Saturday May 26th, 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Star-Spangled Spectacular
Stefan Sanders leads the BPO and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus in our annual celebration of all that makes our country special. Enjoy tributes to our veterans, marches, and music that pays tribute to the American spirit.
A Taste of Lewiston
A Taste of Lewiston is presented by the Lewiston Council on the Arts and Corey McGowan Productions. Experience the finest culinary treats from throughout Lewiston, NY along with services from their many fine businesses.Home to some of the best festivals in Western New York, Lewiston is set to welcome… >>
Canalside’s 10th Birthday Bash!
You’re invited to celebrate Canalside’s 10th Birthday! Join us on Saturday, May 26th for a day of fun, music, and of course, cake! BlueCross BlueShield Live Fearless Activities Performances by local musicians: Jacob Jay Quartet – 10am – 11am Walh Performing Arts Studio – 11am – 12pm Rockabilly Steve… >>
March of Umbrellas 2018
Bring your brightest umbrella, be it old, borrowed, beachy, rain-worthy, dressed up, crafted up or just plain mangy. Come and join us to celebrate the opening of summer in grand umbrella fashion. It's a one-mile saunter (walk), free of charge, community event, for all ages and smile enthusiasts. Followed… >>
Totally Buffalo
The 2nd annual Totally Buffalo Festival!!!! Once again, we will celebrate the best of Buffalo - food, desserts, wine, beer, pop! Dozens of vendors selling their amazing, Buffalo-inspired crafts, jewelry, apparel, shirts, and more! Live music, a sports zone, appearances by Disney Princesses and much… >>
One World Water Lantern Festival
While they’re called many things such as lantern festivals, lights festivals, water lanterns, floating lanterns, or Chinese Lanterns – only One World Lantern Festival creates a night you won’t forget. Now you can experience the magic of the floating lanterns as the soft glow reflects upon the water.… >>
Retro Rewind One Year Anniversary! Art + Dance Party
Twelve months, twelve Retro Rewinds! Join us to celebrate Retro Rewind's one year anniversary! Guest Bud Redding is DJing first, then DJ Dr. Wisz will be spinning alt / goth / punk / new wave / underground 80s from his vinyl collection! Drink Specials! Art Discounts! and check out our new exhibit “Inside… >>
Pan-Am Trolley Tour
The tour begins at Forest Lawn, where you will board the Forest Lawn trolley and visit the final resting places of many of the movers and shakers who made the Pan-American exposition happen. Have lunch at the Pan-American Brewery, a short tour of the Lafayette Hotel, and the Museum’s Resource Center.… >>
African Violet Convention & Show
This convention of the African Violet Society of Canada will feature presentations covering all aspects of growing and showing african violets. Join us to see many different varieties and colors of African Violets. There will be a salesroom with vendors from different parts of the U.S. and Canada. Make… >>
The Rain Dogs Project
*New Performance Location*44 17th West Street, Buffalo NY 14213-----------Tom Waits has been painting an Americana landscape with his music over the past three decades. Much of his lyrics weave fictional individuals through nonfictional settings in the same "dirty reality" style American short-story… >>
An Evening with Hastings and Sampson
Join us for a great evening of Dancing and Singing with Hastings and Sampson. Classics, Rock and Oldies. Admission is $2. Tickets sold at the door. Cash Bar and Scnaks. Lots of parking and wheelchair friendly. At the Orchard Park American Legion, May 26th from 7 pm to 10 pm. 3740 N. Buffalo Street,… >>
Country Night at Mooney's On Military
Country Night is an Akron, NY based band playing Traditional and Modern Country with some rock tunes thrown in to keep you guessing. AJ - Lead Vocals, GuitarEd - Lead Guitar, VocalsDJ - Drums, VocalsFormerly Hickory Run, this project now has AJ Tetzlaff taking on the lead vocal duties.
Kate And Mike at Mooney's Williamsville
Acoustic Duo Country/Pop/RockBand MembersKatie Klein - Vocals.Michael Lettiere - GuitarHometown:Buffalo
Soldiers Through the Ages
Join us for a trip through 300 years of military history. Special displays of military vehicles, period camps from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, weapons demonstrations, uniform programs and hands-on activities for families. In commemoration of the centennial of the Battle of Cantigny in World War… >>
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Blackberry Daze
It is the end of “The Great War”, and a small Virginia town is rocked by secrets and seduction as Herman Camm, a provocative gambler, weaves his magic on the lives of three unsuspecting women, Mae Lou and her daughter Carrie, and Pearl, a blues singer at the local juke joint. This musical adaptation… >>
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… >>
Grand Hotel, The Musical
Check into the lavish Grand Hotel, where the lives of ten hotel guests collide over one unforgettable night. Love. Betrayal. Jealousy. Murder. And the glamour of Berlin in the Roaring Twenties. Soaring with songs and dance, it’s the mesmerizing musical about what happens when our deepest, most desperate… >>
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… >>
