Sunday March 11th, 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Gershwin Meets Bernstein: M&T Bank Classics
Dynamic pianist-composer Conrad Tao returns with Gershwin’s Concerto in F, in a program that features one of the best-known works of another great American pianist-composer: Leonard Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances from West Side Story. Come at 1:30 PM to hear directly from the artists in “Musically Speaking,”… >>
Something Rotten!
Direct from Broadway, SOMETHING ROTTEN! is a “big, fat hit!” (New York Post). Set in the ‘90s – the 1590s – this hilarious smash tells the story of Nick and Nigel Bottom (Tony® nominee Rob McClure and Broadway’s Josh Grisetti), two brothers who are desperate to write their own hit play while the “rock… >>
Buffalo Choral Arts Society presents "Choral Reflections"
The Buffalo Choral Arts Society, a 115-voice auditioned chorus under the direction of Marcia A. Giambrone, presents "Choral Reflections," a delightful mix of meditative choral literature from sacred and poetic sources. Highlighted composers include Z. Randall Stroope, Randall Thompson, Morten Lauridsen… >>
Nick Moss Band
Chicago guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Nick Moss is a bona fide bluesman down to his soul, a 30-year veteran of the city’s take-no-prisoners blues scene. Moss paid his dues gigging in Chicago’s rough and tumble West and South side blues clubs under the tutelage of some of the city’s greatest blues… >>
Joe Pug Live in the 9th Ward
Sunday, March 11 Joe Pug live in the 9th Ward Doors 6:30pm, Show 7:30pm Tickets: $15 advance, $17 day of show available at Ticketfly.com, Babeville Box Office (M-F 10a-5p) or charge by phone 877.987.6487. If the opening notes on Joe Pug’s new LP “Windfall” are a bit disorienting, his fans won’t likely… >>
ESHAM
FTMP Events Presents:Eshamw/ Bluud Brothers, AJ Jordan, Owl Eye RounD, Mark Lee, SENOR BIVINS,Da Villy Kids, & BSTEZSunday, March 11$12 Presale | $15 Day Of Show18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00 pmTickets: http://www.Purplepass.com/Esham031118at: Stamps... the bar98 Main StreetTonawanda,… >>
Far Away
Torn Space Theater returns to the great dramatic canon with a new interpretation of 'Far Away' by renowned British playwright, Caryl Churchill. In the play a young girl witnesses a disturbing act, grows up to become a hatmaker, and marries a soldier- but nothing is quite what it seems in Far Away. Caryl… >>
Smokey Joe's Cafe
SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE FEBRUARY 7TH – MARCH 11TH Leiber and Stoller, as much as anyone, virtually invented rock 'n' roll. Now their songs provide the basis for an electrifying entertainment that illuminates a golden age of American culture. Featuring nearly 40 of the greatest songs ever recorded, including… >>
Niagara Hospice Spring Bouquet Sale
MARCH 5th-MARCH 11thwith Pre-Sale starting January 2017!! For only $8.00 each, you can brighten someone's day with a Hospice Spring Bouquet! 3 ways to get your Spring Bouquets!! 1.Place your order with a Pre-sale Coordinator at your school, church or business from January-March 1st2. Go to Walk up… >>
Jazz on 2nd Sundays
THE FULL 2017/2018 JAZZ SERIES LINEUP: Don Menza Quintet: A Tribute to Ron Corsaro | October 8, 2017 Don Menza is a powerful tenor saxophonist, with a dynamic, distinctive sound and soloing style. Born in Buffalo, New York in 1936, Menza has performed with Maynard Ferguson’s Orchestra (1960-1962) as… >>
Humanities to the Rescue: Environmental Film Festival
This three day film festival showcases work by five documentary filmmakers who have tried in very different ways to spark environmental activism. What works and what doesn’t? Curated by UB Professor of History Adam Rome. The environmental theme is a continuation of the 2017 Buffalo Humanities Festival:… >>
33rd Annual Buffalo International Jewish Film Festival
The 33rd annual Buffalo International Jewish Film Festival – the third longest running festival of its kind in North America – will present 12 award-winning and critically acclaimed films from around the world including Australia, Austria, Denmark, Hungary, India, Israel, Poland, Sweden and the United… >>
Whole Life Challenge Online Program
An eight-week online health and wellbeing program designed to improve your health, happiness and overall connectedness using seven daily habits. The online game format allots points for reaching daily goals, challenges and reflections. In-person body assessments at the beginning and end of the Challenge… >>
No Soil Better: Art and the Living Legacy of Frederick Douglass
No Soil Better is an exhibition of new artworks by a diverse group of emerging and established artists including Yvonne Buchanan, Caitlin Cass, Shawn Dunwoody, Annette Daniels Taylor, Olivia Kim, Luvon Sheppard, Thievin’ Stephen, Meleko Mokgosi, Rodney Taylor, and the Rochester Public Library. The featured… >>
2018 SPCA Annual Raffle
The SPCA will be holding its Annual Raffle, presented by Orvilles, from Monday, February 5th until Friday, March, 23rd. All proceeds benefit the shelter’s programs and services that allow us to continue to rescue and rehabilitate homeless animals in our community. Prizes include a 4-piece Orville’s… >>
Junie B. Jones is Not A Crook
For ages 6+, Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. except Mar. 10 & 17, 1 p.m. only. Sensory performance Mar. 10, 10 am By Allison Gregory. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. A WNY Regional PremiereJunie B. Jones is back! Only this time, something terrible has happened; someone… >>
THE NIGHT ALIVE by Conor McPherson
The author of The Weir (ICTC, 2001) and Shining City (ICTC, 2011) flexes his considerable comic muscles in The Night Alive, a mischievous and merciless study of the daily existence of a small group of low-life Dubliners, whose edgy survival instincts allow them to cope with adversity in a uniquely humorous… >>
DISGRACED by Ayad Akhtar
Amir Kapoor, a breath away from making partner in his NYC law firm, is living the “American Dream”. That dream, however, could come crashing down after Amir and his wife Emily host a dinner party for co-workers at their upscale Manhattan apartment, and find it's their actions and intentions on the… >>
BUILDING BUFFALO: Buildings From Books, Books From Buildings
This new exhibit, open free to the public, focuses on an outstanding collection of rare and exquisitely illustrated books encompassing the history of architecture and landscape design from the late 15th through mid-20th Century. Part of one of the finest civic collections on architecture in the country,… >>
March of Dimes Fundraiser at Ellicott Center
The Ellicott Center is hosting a month-long March of Dimes fundraiser at the facility. People can donate $1.00, sign a cut-out, and hang it up on the lobby desk. The Center is determined to raise awareness in the community for March of Dimes and show the community that we give back, as well. All the… >>
Spring Flower Exhibit
Don’t miss WNY’s favorite Easter tradition! This year, we are starting spring with an attitude of gratitude! With more than 22,000 bulbs on display, our Gratitude Garden will be filled with all the spring plants you love with our Tibetan inspired gratitude flags. It will be an experience that engages… >>
SPRING SOCCER - Soccer Shots Sessions for 2-7 year olds
Join us for our outdoor Spring Season of Soccer Shots near you! Soccer Shots is a 4 season program to keep the kids active all year long! These classes offer Character Development, and Soccer Fundamentals in a Non-Competitive and Age Appropriate setting. Soccer Shots will help your child's phycial health,… >>
JCC Operation 90 Days
Join a Personal Trainer with a team of 2 or 3 people to focus on your own personal fitness goals. This competition is focused specifically on weight loss. Between training sessions, your Personal Trainer will provide a workout routine to support your fitness goals. PRIZES AWARDED TO: Individual male… >>
6x6 - Artwork entries accepted now through April 15
Artwork entries accepted now through April 15 (or Postmarked by April 14) • Global Online Preview Begins: May 18 at 10am • In Gallery Preview (no purchasing): May 28-June 1, 1-9pm • Opening Party & Artwork Sale: June 2, 4-10pm • 7:30pm raffle for buyer positions #1-20 … >>
Nurtured Memories: An Exhibition by Phyllis Thompson
NURTURED MEMORIES is an exhibit by artist Phyllis Thompson. Thompson uses the process of monotype printmaking with the use of assorted collage materials to create one-of-a kind mixed media prints. The prints include memories from the artist’s childhood, of experiences with family and friends, and with… >>
digiPlaySpace
Produced by TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival), digiPlaySpace is an interactive playground for kids and grown-ups alike where they can explore new media technologies, learning-centric games and hands-on installations. Guests will engage with 14 different interactive digital activities created… >>
We Wanted a Revolution: Black Radical Women, 1965–85
Focusing on the work of black women artists, We Wanted a Revolution: Black Radical Women, 1965–85 examines the political, social, cultural, and aesthetic priorities of women of color from the mid-1960s to the mid-1980s. It is the first exhibition to highlight the voices and experiences of women of color—distinct… >>
Ann Parker
Florescence - Using vintage manual lenses on a digital camera, Ann captures color, light, shadow, depth, and movement in flowers and leaves. With the manual lenses, (from 1960-1985) the photos take on a painterly look, giving the finished photo an Impressionistic quality. Go to www.buffalogardens.com for… >>
Beginner Watercolor Classes: Wednesday Evenings
Taught by Joan Saba, professional artist and teacher, these classes fill quickly; pre-registration (series or per class) is required as space is limited. See our website for the syllabus and suggested supplies. Go to www.buffalogardens.com for more information. Beginner - Two Sessions Offered! Learn… >>
Yoga
Led by Leanne Oldenbrook from Oasis Yoga and Wellness. Register for one class or a series, contact Leanne at 864.1194 or crescmnyoga@yahoo.com or online at cmyoga.com. Sponsored by Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, part of Catholic. Go to www.buffalogardens.com for more information. Spring- February 28,… >>
Buffalo Never Fails: The Queen City and World War I
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of America’s entry into World War I (WWI) in 1917, Buffalo Never Fails: The Queen City and World War I looks back to a critical time in our nation’s history, emphasizing Buffalo’s role in the war and the related consequences. This exhibition honors stories of individual… >>
