Wednesday April 25th, 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Beowulf
Experience the epic of Beowulf with Chris Vinsonhaler (professional storyteller and CUNY medieval studies professor with Celtic harp) and Canisius students! Free and open to the public. Free parking in Lyons Parking Lots. Sponsored by the Canisius Institute for Classical and Medieval Studies.
National Walk at Lunch Day
Join Refresh Editor, Scott Scalon and Philip Haberstro of the Wellness Institute for a free 30-minute guided walk! Event Details: Date: Wednesday, April 25th 2018 Time: Walk begins at 12:15 PM Location: Walk meets and ends at the lobby of the Buffalo News Free wellness resources will be offered at vendor… >>
Buffalo Meets
Join Working for Downtown on Wednesday, April 25th at Sato Brewpub for Buffalo Meets. Formerly known as Thursday’s in the City, we’re putting together some of Buffalo’s most interesting venues with Buffalo’s most interesting people and companies. The event will run from 5:00 – 8:00pm and is sponsored… >>
BOOKS FOR KIDS Community Donation Drive
The annual BOOKS FOR KIDS community donation drive emphasizes the importance of reading by providing every child with a book of their own to read. This year’s donation drive runs from April 1– 30, 2018. The BOOKS FOR KIDS campaign, which started as a cooperative effort in 1995 between The Buffalo News,… >>
Jazz Appreciation Month
JazzBuffalo Plans 10 Plus Concerts To Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month And International Jazz Day Last April, JazzBuffalo and the jazz community in Buffalo became first-time participants in the annual April Is Jazz Appreciation Month celebration taking place across the United States. Since 2002, the… >>
Asaf Elkalai
Asaf Elkalai, a recent graduate of the Bezalel School of Art in Jerusalem, is becoming increasingly important in the Israeli art scene and will be exhibiting in Poland just prior to his visit to Buffalo. We anticipate that not only the art, but the experience of working with him will be incredibly memorable… >>
Chuck Tingley, "Stream"
Chuck Tingley has created an intricate, albeit more free-form, installation that layers mixed media on unstretched canvas to create a visual and narrative structure combining childhood memories and contemporary culture in a way that disregards logical sequence in favor of a stream of consciousness format.… >>
Mizin Shin, "Feedback Loop"
A new installation of cut-out vinyl shapes adhered to the gallery ceiling, floor, and walls, to construct a never-ending portrayal of the functional network of production, distribution, and consumption systems found throughout the lifespan of a classic fast food staple: the French fry.
Federico Solmi – The Good Samaritans
The Good Samaritans is a solo exhibition comprised of several video installations by Italian artist Federico Solmi. His installations include different media such as video, drawings, mechanical sculptures, and paintings. Solmi employs bright colors and a satirical aesthetic to portray a dystopian vision… >>
THE AWFUL TRUTH by Arthur Richman
In this gem of a comedy, the inspiration for the 1937 screwball film starring Irene Dunne and Cary Grant, a divorcee with expensive tastes and limited means plans to tie the knot with a wealthy Oklahoma oil-man. But before his domineering aunt will accept the 'blushing bride,' she must dispel the persistent… >>
ONCE
From the very first note, ONCE draws you in and never lets go. This emotionally captivating musical is he only show to have music that won the Academy Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award and Tony Award. On the streets of Dublin, an Irish musician and Czech immigrant are drawn together by their shared… >>
Once
From the very first note, ONCE draws you in and never lets go. This emotionally captivating musical is the only show to have music that won the Academy Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award and Tony Award! Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, ONCE… >>
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,… >>
Stage Kiss
Two bitter exes are cast in the same play as passionate lovers. Will they strangle each other? Or seduce each other? And how can we tell if it’s real or make-believe? Heartfelt and hilarious, this modern romantic comedy by Pulitzer Prize finalist playwright Sarah Ruhl will take you behind the curtain… >>
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… >>
