Wednesday January 29th, 2020
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
DEATH CAFE BUFFALO
Held in over 56 countries throughout the world, "Death Cafes" are a safe space where community can come together, eat cake, drink tea and talk openly about life's only guarantee. Death Cafe Buffalo is sponsored by the Threshold Society of WNY. Threshold Society offers various conscious dying initiatives,… >>
Job Fair
The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library’s downtown Central Library, 1 Lafayette Square, Buffalo will host a Job Fair featuring 40+ employers from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. This event provides job seekers the opportunity to network with recruiters from local and national organizations,… >>
Drawing to Sculpture in the Metalshop @The Foundry
Draw in three-dimensions using metal rod as line -- create a sketch in steel. Learn basic metalshop skills as you transform your 2D work on paper into a 3D shape. In a small group, make an object that can be displayed either as a garden sculpture or stunning indoor piece. Animals, geometric designs,… >>
Sensory Night by Autism Services, Inc. at Lumagination
Wednesday, January 296-9pm The Autism Services Inc. will be on site to discuss the benefits of sensory environments like Lumagination. Everyone is welcome to attend Sensory Night and the autism community is encouraged to enjoy an evening that includes an art display and more. Included with admission. … >>
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… >>
The Anastasia Trials in the Court of Women
Produced by the Brazen-Faced Varlets, The Anastasia Trials is a farcical, but profoundly engaging excursion into the hidden world of ethics for women who are both survivors and perpetrators of abuse toward women. The format is a play-within-a-play, where a radical feminist theatre company comes together… >>
Lunar New Year Celebration
December 26th – February 2nd Receive a Lunar New Year red envelope featuring a free commemorative Year of the Rat Savings Pass and additional special offers from participating stores. Crafts and games for your family to enjoy available at Guest Services located near Saks OFF 5th. Sunday, January 26th starting… >>
Factory for Murderers
Imagine… discovering London’s darkest secret. A World Premiere… Jack the Ripper play and winner of the 2018 Maxim Mazumdar New Play Competition.
Jump
Jump is about flickering lights, vapes that fall from the sky, old homes, and a young woman who finds solace on a bridge. Judy is a millenial who is coping with the death of her mother. Fay engages in typical sibling rivalry. Grief, suicide and mental illness are at the forefront of this narrative as… >>
New and Nearly New Works
New and Nearly New Works Scott Klaurens Daniel Rodgers The Levy and Daniel Families Art Gallery January 3—February 23, 2020 You are invited to meet the artists! Opening Reception Friday, January 10, 2020 from 4:30 – 7pm Closing Reception Sunday, February 23, 2020 from 3- 5pm All artwork is for… >>
Into the Forest: Fairytales and Folklore Illustrated
Into the Forest: Fairytales and Folklore Illustrated Artist: Jessica Gadra Bunis Family Art Gallery January 3—February 23, 2020 Opening Reception: Sunday, January 5, 2020 | 2-4pm JCC Benderson Family Building Meet the artist, tour the gallery and more! Bring the family to this fun event in conjunction… >>
Lumagination
January 25-26, January 29-February 1February 5-9, 12-22, 26-29 6-9pm / 6-10pm Friday and SaturdayDoors open at 5:30pm. Please note that Lumagination is best experienced after the sun sets. Inside the Botanical Gardens! Mysterious Minerals - The interior of the Botanical Gardens will be illuminated to… >>
Lumagination Happy Hours
January 25, 30-31, February 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27-295-8pm LIVE MUSIC! Join us for drinks and food brought to you by Salvatore’s Hospitality, live music from Brother James and more. This is a great addition to your night before or after attending Lumagination! Happy Hours will be located inside the… >>
Exhibit Your Work in the International Phenomenon 6x6x2020!
Looking for a chance to show your artwork to a global audience? Then join us in the 13th year of 6x6! This annual international small art phenomenon is hosted by the Rochester Contemporary Art Center and welcomes everyone to enter up to three artworks in any medium (no glitter)! The catch? All works… >>