January 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
The Lion King
More than 90 million people around the world have experienced the phenomenon of Disney's THE LION KING, and now you can, too, when Western New York's best-loved musical returns to Shea's Buffalo Theatre. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, this landmark musical event brings together… >>
Concert by Yale Russian Chorus
On Monday, January 8th, 2018 at 7:00 PM, a world renown Yale Russian Chorus will perform a concert of sacred and folk choral masterpieces at Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Church in Buffalo, NY. The Concert will include music from from Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Macedonia, and Slovakia. There is no charge… >>
5th Annual Buffalo Groundhog Day Celebration
After four years of fun, Buffalo Mack is taking a serious shot at Punxsutawney Phil. Each year, the Buffalo Inner Circle has invited the city to embrace winter and watch as a man in a groundhog suit becomes first in the nation to issue a prognostication of winter. In 2018, the team from Buffalo Groundhog… >>
Disney On Ice: Frozen
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The Boy at the Edge of Everything
Have you ever wondered what your kid is thinking? #IamSimon You know the script; you live it every day. Soccer practice, taekwondo, music, Math Club, lawn mowing, homework… a LOT of homework. Overworked, overstressed, and “no one listens or understands.”Such is the case with 12-year old Simon. He… >>
Workshop - All Kinds of Storytelling
Winter Workshop: All Kinds of Storytelling Story ideas come about in many ways. In this class, kids will play with the imaginative possibilities theatre-makers and actors find in improvisation, pantomime, sound & music, and puppetry to create new stories...and change old ones. It’s all about “looking… >>
Tony 'n Tina's Wedding
Celebrate the nuptials of Tony Nunzio and Tina Vitale in all its tacky and hilarious glory. Following the service is a reception where you will join the wedding party and their bickering families for a pasta dinner, champagne toasts, wedding cake and dancing to the live band "Donnie Dulce & Fusion"!… >>
Escape City Buffalo - Escape Room
Ever wonder what it's like to live out a movie? Escape city is Buffalo’s newest live-action adventure games where you must find your way out. Work your way through the Hollywood quality sets, find the clues, solve the puzzles and escape through the secret passages before the clock runs out. Grab your… >>
Joselito / TWIN / Powuentertainment / Vontae / Vega$ / & more!
Stamps... the bar Presents:Joselito, TWIN, Powuentertainment, Vontae, Vega$, Vonn Page, C-Breeze, & BgmSpaco* DJ NiTELiTE on the decksThursday, January 4th$7 General Presale, $10 Day Of Show18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00 pmTickets: http://www.purplepass.com/010418at: Stamps...… >>
Blood Drive
When you give blood, you will receive: • A JCC one week guest pass PLUS: Your name will be entered into a drawing for: • 3 1/2 hour personal training sessions • 1 hour massage Bb
Gym & Swim Vacation Club
Swimming, tumbling, and gym fun! Register in advance, we accept same day registration if there is room! Ages: 3-10 Dec. 26-29 9:30am-12:30pm class#18841 Full Member Gym/Community Participant $20 per day $23 per day
Queen City Roller Girls Gearing Up for Season #12
Buffalo’s Queen City Roller Girls are rolling into their 12th season and tickets are now on sale for the exciting 2018 season. The teams have begun practicing at Buffalo Riverworks and the season opener will take place on Friday January 5, 2018 at 7:00pm In a rematch of last year’s Championship game,… >>
IIHF: Ice Hockey World Championships
IIHF Tickets and Parking Passes
The Pride Slam
FTMP Events & Pure Ink Poetry have collaborated to bring you our annual:The Pride Slam- An invitational mini drag slam benefit event"40% OF HOMELESS YOUTH ARE LBGTQ KIDS: HERE IS WHY: NOT."Featuring Poetic Performances By:Micheal Manning, Bianca Mcgraw & Brandon Williamson, Skyler Rutkowski, David Butler,… >>
3x3
3x3 The Art of Dianna Derhak Natalie Dilenno David Simpson A FIRST FRIDAY EVENT The Amber M. Dixon Gallery@BCAT January 5, 2018 from 6 – 8P.M.
The Art of Drink: Lilly Belle Meads
Referred to as the “nectar of the gods” by the ancient Greeks, mead was believed to be dew sent from the heavens and collected by bees. Find out what all the buzz is about when ancient honey-wine goes modern with Lilly Belle Meads. Space is limited, and registration is required. Please register online,… >>
Queen City Roller Girls Season Opener
QUEEN CITY ROLLER GIRLS SEASON BEGINS WITH A HOME OPENER REMATCH OF THE 2017 SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP GAME Buffalo’s local roller derby league, Queen City Roller Girls (QCRG), will be kicking off their first game of the 12th season at 7 p.m. on Friday, January 5th at Buffalo Riverworks. The Alley Kats, last… >>
Chris Antonik Band
Saturday January 6th – Chris Antonik BandDoors: 8:00pm, Show: 9:00pm – Tickets: $10 ADV/$15 DOS – Ages: 18+
FTMP Benefit Show!
Come support Greg Burt and FTMP events at our FTMP fundraiser. Greg and his team have done so much for the local music community, it's time to give back! Featuring: Don RothBrad Lee and the Rodeo OutlawsDilletanteYellow SauceThe Scarecrow ShowMat Missert / Crooked Gener8ionFrom the Branches of TideSigns… >>
Manifest NOW 2018 Vision Board Workshop
Join Soul Sanctuary WNY facilitators Psychotherapist Lynette Angus and Heal Your Life Coach Rhonda Bartholomew at the beautiful Center of Renewal in Lewiston to renew and revitalize your New Year ahead. Shake off the old and learn powerful techniques to transform your personal health, relationships… >>
TheScarecrowShow/AftertheBlast/DopeyJoe/TheSerftones/ThoseGuys
8 pm $5 Saturday January 6 The Scarecrow Show, After the Blast, Dopey Joe, The Serftones, Those Guys. Mohawk Place 47 E Mohawk St, Buffalo NY 14203
Women's Little Christmas Party Fundraiser
This party is going to me AMAZING!!Each days brings .... Fabulous raffle baskets ... entertainers ... prizes ... ????Make your reservations Now!!As we gather with our "sisters" at Christmas, make plans to join in on this awesome event where we celebrate WE! Merry Christmas!! See you on the 6th.Celebrate… >>
Buffalo Museum of Science Camera Club
Arcangel Gallery Exhibit - 10am-5pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! The Art of Elegance in Photography - These fine art photographs represent each photographer’s views of the Botanical… >>
Poinsettias
10am-5pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Expect the Unexpected! The whole family will enjoy beautiful poinsettias, vibrant colors and playful surprises! Go to www.buffalogardens.com… >>
Garden Railway Exhibit
by the WNY Garden Railway Society. 10am-5pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! The railway will bring fun and whimsy to our holiday season! Adults and kids enjoy this great exhibit… >>
Agape! Benefit for Puerto Rico
On September 20th 2017 Puerto Rico was hit with an incredibly devastating hurricane and were left with absolutely no power, no food, no drinkable water. etc. They have reached out for help and have recieved very little supplies from our government. Buffalo NY has a very lage Puerto Rican population… >>
Amahl and the Night Visitors Presented by Westminster
Amahl and the Night Visitors’ is the story of the Magi from the point of view of a young disabled boy named Amahl, who lives in poverty with his widowed mother near Bethlehem. Both poignant and profound, the one act opera presented by Westminster Presbyterian Church, will feature full sets, costumes,… >>
600+ Nativity Sets on Display
More than 600 Nativity Sets from more than 50 nations will be displayed in the Ss. Columba-Brigid Church Hall, 75 Hickory Street. Among the most popular sets are a Hipster set with the three kings arriving on Segways with Amazon Prime packages, a set made from automobile parts, and a set made from grains… >>
Buffalo Center Job Fair
Happy New Year Nurses! Start 2018 Off On the Right Foot! The Buffalo Center is offering this job fair to all CNA’s, LPN’s and RN’s, a friendly atmosphere, educational experience and a life-fulfilling career. Contact: Meggan Scarpello at MScarpello@buffalonursing.net or (716) 883-6782
Baltic To Boardwalk
Chernobyl Agency/FTMP Events present;Baltic to Boardwalkwith special guests:WinskiSunday Brunch - bandTHISFall of IcarusMonday, January 8th$5 Presale, $7 Day Of Show21+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 7:00pmTickets: http://www.purplepass.com/baltictoboardwalk01082018at: Milkie's on Elmwood.522… >>
SciNight Series: Lake Effect Fun & Games
Investigate the science of snow indoors with cryogenically frozen marshmallows at the hot mocha bar, make n' take fake snow and a dazzling presentation on snowflakes and our Bentley Snow Crystal Collection.Advance registration required.Cost: $12 per personAges 18+
How to protect my child's future through guardianship, wills and trusts
HOW TO PROTECT MY CHILD’S FUTURE THROUGH GUARDIANSHIP, WILLS & TRUSTS – 1/9 January 9, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm YOU WILL LEARN Why a guardian is needed Understand the process and timelines of guardianship Learn how trusts and wills can protect your child’s services Frontier Education Center 5120 Orchard… >>
AARP Work for Yourself 50+ Workshop with WEDI Buffalo
Presented by WEDI Buffalo, this seminar for older adults aims to teach members of the community business basics and strategies for success. Call (716) 884-6616 with any questions!
Breast Cancer Survivorship and Chiropractic Care
Learn about chiropractic care and how it is one of the forms of complementary care used by breast cancer patients and survivors. Reduced stress, relief from pain, improved quality of life, are all benefits of chiropractic therapy. Breastcancer.org lists chiropractic care as one of its most popular form… >>
Paid Family Leave Act- Press Conference with Assemblyman Sean Ryan
Learn more about this important new legislation! Call (716) 435-5448 with any questions
An Evening of Hypnosis with Connor Graham
A HILARIOUS HYPNOTIC EVENT! "An Evening of Hypnosis with Connor Graham" is not to be missed! You will laugh uncontrollably during the entire performance! This 60 to 90 minute performance is extremely captivating, leaving the audience wanting more! Connor will begin by explaining the hypnotic process… >>
Tribute Celebration to Dr. Martin Luther, King, Jr.
Music, dance, poetry and readings. Free community celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Hosted by the honorable Clifford Bell with 93.7 WBLK - The People's Station - Yasmin Young and more.
Planning a Healthy Business with WEDI Buffalo
Do you know what your business needs to thrive? Learn more at this workshop! Call (716) 884-6616 with any questions
Lincoln Park - A Tribute to Linkin Park
Formed in 2009 for a show in Trinidad & Tobago, the guys felt the need to keep at it with what they brought to the table! Using actual sounds and samples that the real Linkin Park uses, the band focuses in on how the actual song is played and how the samples sound. Running backing tracks and various… >>
MonkeyJunk - Swamp Roots Rock
As one of the hardest working bands on the scene today, these Canadian ambassadors of blues/rock are constantly working to up their game in terms of song writing and musicianship, with the results being evident on Time To Roll. In just over a year since the release of their seminal recording Mood Turn… >>
Fallen Feather
New Canvas Size - 10 x 30! This long vertical canvas adds an extra element of style to your decor! The neutral tones of this wispy feather contrasting its modern black background will bring nature's splendid simplicity into your home. Pinot’s Palette is a pioneer of the paint and sip experience – a… >>
Burchfield Penney Second Friday: Women's Resistance Revival Chorus
On the Second Friday of every month, thanks to the support of M&T Bank, the Burchfield Penney hosts something great! From openings and happy hours, programs, concerts, screenings or other special events, visitors experience the best of the Burchfield Penney. For general inquiries, call 716-878-6011.The… >>
Tony Conrad @ Hallwalls - Exhibition Opening Reception
Culled from nearly 40 years of Hallwalls' still and video archives (1977–2014), this exhibition will serve as a prelude to Introducing Tony Conrad, the upcoming retrospective at the UB Art Gallery and Albright Knox Art Gallery, by showcasing a selection of performances and still imagery documenting… >>
Bolero! M&T Bank Classics
The BPO returns from the holiday break with a sizzling program. Principal Cellist Roman Mekinulov dazzles with Saint-Saens’ Cello Concerto No. 1 in a Latin-inflected program that culminates with Ravel’s Bolero. Come at 9:30 AM for complimentary coffee and doughnuts. JoAnn Falletta, conductor Roman Mekinulov,… >>
Polka, Piwo and Pierogi
Celebrate National Polka Month at the Broadway Market's Polka, Piwo and Pierogi Festival. Beer tastings in the food court area. Music on market stage. Piwo (beer) tastings 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | The Buffalo Touch Band 12:00 noon - 3:00 pm Pierogi served up and for sale all day by Babcia Pierogi, Chrusciki… >>
Holiday Market on Bidwell
The Holiday Market on Bidwell will feature many of the local farmers and food producers that shoppers have come to love at the Bidwell Farmers Market, as well additional artisans. Look for more than 20 vendors at the Holiday Market, including Alpine Made, Barrel & Brine, Biscotti for Everybotti, BreadHive… >>
Buffalo Championship Wrestling: STAMPEDE
BPW & Entertainmet Group presents:Buffalo Championship Wrestling: STAMPEDESaturday January 13th, 2018F.J. Donovan Post3210 Genesee St. - Cheektowaga, NY Doors open at 6 PM, opening bell at 7 PM"Buffalo Bad Boy" Brian Jennings vs. Jake O'ReillyFormer ECW star C.W. Anderson vs. "Dirty" Rex AtkinsDavid… >>
Rumpke Mountain Boys
Rumpke Mountain Boys The Rumpke Mountain Boys combine signature vocals, a unique command of string instruments (acousticguitar, mandolin, upright bass and banjo) and dynamic special effects into a singular musical experience.An emotion filled musical stream of consciousness with no setlist, minimal… >>
Buffalo Sports Card Convention
Buy, Sell, Trade Sports cards memorabilia and supplies. Many vendors with lots of vintage and new cards, as well as autographed memorbilla--tons to see! Come check us out. $2 admission, 12 & under free... Get ticket for $10 give away every hour with paid admission. Also if anyone is interested in vendor… >>
NFADA AutoTech competition
The Niagara Frontier Automobile Dealers Association and Erie Community College will host the 2018 NFADA Ron Smith Memorial AutoTech Competition on Saturday, Jan. 13. The competition features teams of two high school automotive seniors who will go through a series of diagnostic, workstation and performance… >>
Parkinson's Foundation Meat Raffle
Join the Parkinson's Foundation, Western New York Chapter at our first Meat Raffle! There will be multiple rounds giving you tons of opportunites to take home something great! Tickets are $5 in advance and $8 at the door. Ticket includes beer, pop and a slice of pizza. Coolers are welcome but NO BYOB.… >>
Comedy Show and Dinner
Three Comedians from Rochester will tickle your funny bone with clean humor after a delicious buffet dinner to include appetizers and dessert! You can google Dan Viola to get a sneak preview! Call 716.681.4538 or email josephs@josephscatering.com for tickets. $32 - ask about our special holiday deal!… >>
Basket Auction for Beagle Rescue
Basket Auction to benefit a beagle rescue group serving Western New York. Do not need to be present to win. For info contact Linda Hastreiter at (716) 892-3084
Fleuron Rouge Winter Hafla 2018
Cocktails Follies Extravaganza! Celebrate Fleuron Rouge's 10 Year Anniversary and 2018. An evening cocktails, horderves, music and dance. Enjoy live music! Two sets by Vinnie DeRosa, (one during VIP & one during GA), two sets by Jim Caughill, a few dances by Fleuron Rouge.After performing together in… >>
Buffalo Sports Card Convention
Come join us at the Matthew Glab Post for the first sports card and collectible show of 2018! January 13 from 11:00am-5:00pm. Admission is $2 l kids 12 and under are free! $10 voucher give-away every hour! To reserve tables call/text Chris 716-796-3425
Dog Ears to host children’s book author/illustrator
Dog Ears Bookstore & Café, 688 Abbott Road, Buffalo, will host author and illustrator Julie C. Tedesco for a book-signing event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13. Her book, London Calling Jesus, is the first in a series. This Christian children's book is sure to entertain and teach children… >>
Winter Blast 2018
Join us on Saturday, Jan 13, to officially open the MLK Jr. Park Basin for the skating season, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy and the City of Buffalo. There will be indoor and outdoor activities planned for that afternoon. This event is FREE… >>
Josh Wolfe
A core member of the "Chelsea Lately" roundtable, Josh Wolf is a staple of the L.A. comedy circuit. In addition to his work on "Chelsea Lately" and its spinoff "After Lately," Wolf had his own show on CMT, "The Josh Wolf Show," and has appeared numerous times on Doug Benson's "Getting Doug with High."… >>
$5 Family Funday at the AK
On $5 Family Funday, the second Sunday of each month, museum admission for the entire family is just $5, and includes an array of activities. Unless otherwise noted, all events are free with $5 Family Funday admission.10:30 am–noon Storytime Family Workshop: "Mouse Shapes" (Ages 3–6)$8 per child (supplies… >>
"Shining Stars" Variety Kids Country Jamboree
The inaugural “Shining Stars” Variety Kids Country Jamboree is at The Cove on January 14, 2018 from 1 – 9 PM. The event features 7 hit bands, auctions, 50/50, food, drinks, and more, all to benefit the 56th Annual Variety Kids Telethon! Catch these acts: ROUTE TWO 40 RIDEERIC VAN HOUGHTENWEST OF THE… >>
Kids Day @ the Botanical Garden
Stop by the Wegmans Family Garden and other hands-on stations to participate in fun seasonal activities and meet some of the amazing plants that live at the Botanical Gardens! 10am-4pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), free admission… >>
Move Fast and Break Things - BistroBookers Book Talk
Move Fast and Break Things: How Facebook, Google, and Amazon Cornered Culture and Undermined Democracy, by Jonathan Taplin A riveting account of a small group of libertarian entrepreneurs who in the 1990s began to hijack the original decentralized vision of the Internet, in the process creating three… >>
Creating a path to positive behaviors
CREATING A PATH TO POSITIVE BEHAVIORS – 1/16 January 16, 2018 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm In this webinar, you will learn: When and why a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) is conducted When, why and how to develop a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) How the BIP leads to goals that can be built into a child’s… >>
Rachmaninoff & His Psychiatrist: Know the Score
Rachmaninoff dedicated his beloved Piano Concerto No. 2 to the psychiatrist and violist who cured his writer’s block and deep depression. Local pianist and psychiatrist Dr. Richard Kogan recounts this fascinating saga and pairs it with a dramatic performance of the challenging composition under the… >>
Boasting Buffalo: A Celebration of Doing Business in Buffalo
This event will begin with a late afternoon panel discussion covering local breweries and distilleries. We'll have experts sharing their knowledge on a variety of topics. Afterwards, join some of WNY's breweries and distilleries at our "Hoppy Hour" where they'll share a sampling of their products. Other… >>
First Time Home Buyer Workshop with M&T Bank
Learn the tricks and tips to buying a home! Call (716) 884-6616 with any questions.
NACC Tenant Spotlight
Patchwork Theatre of Niagara will be holding auditions for our 2017-2018 season on SUNDAY AUGUST 6TH. The Patchwork Theatre of Niagara Season will be: SHADOW OVER INNSMOUTH by H.P. Lovecraft (Oct/Nov '17) THE JUNGLE BOOK (Dec '17) FIRST DATE THE MUSICAL (Feb '18) KAYFABE (May/Jun '18) To schedule… >>
Spafford
Spafford is an eclectic blend of driving rock, blues, funk, dance, and light. The result is something like Electro-Funk Therapy. Melting through genres while creating an illuminated mind-and-mood altering experience night after night, Spafford is lighting up the southwest and beyond with their improvisational… >>
Small Business Cash Flow Management Workshop
Learn to assess and improve the financial health of your small business at a FREE workshop hosted by WEDI Buffalo and Citizens Bank. To RSVP: email ccosentino@wedibuffalo.org or call (716) 759-3265
Music at the Org
We are hosting a music and art night the third Thursday of every month. Artistic director Sal Andolina. Coming up on January 18th is the Dale Toliver Trio! Enjoy refreshments and a night out with friends.
The Music of the Doors: BPORocks
Another great Windborne production! Your BPO, a full rock band and Randy Jackson’s amazing vocals combine to capture The Doors’ unusual mix of rock and blues. Featuring all the hits, including Touch Me, Riders on the Storm, and Light My Fire, as well as some hidden treasures. Conducted by Brent Havens.… >>
Born A Rebel - Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
Born A Rebel – A Tribute to the Music of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers is a Buffalo born outfit of some of the areas best musicians who have come together to pay tribute to the great Tom Petty. Join us for a night full of your favorite Petty tunes while helping to raise money for The Puerto Rico Relief… >>
Movies In The Vineyard--Year of the Comet
A Comedy about Wine, Romance, and other perilous adventures! Our next free Movie in the Vineyard is Year of the Comet (1992). The film is best described as: “A Romancing the Stone-style adventure” It provides a lighthearted depiction of the world of high end wine mixed into a story that blends comedy,… >>
Architecture + Education Gallery Closing Celebration
Running biennially, the Architecture + Education Program uses architecture to teach students math, science, history, art, and technology aligned with the Common Core, while raising awareness and appreciation of the built environment. Children are introduced to the profession of architecture, local… >>
Byron Stripling: A Night at the Cotton Club: Key Bank Pops
This trumpet virtuoso, vocalist, and showman is a Buffalo favorite who gets the joint jumpin’. Join us for a swingin’ night inspired by Harlem’s famed musical hot spot in its heyday when Duke Ellington’s orchestra was the house band, and Cab Calloway, Ella Fitzgerald, and Ethel Waters showcased American… >>
A Mid-Winter's Love the Vino in You Tale
Coming off the successful summer-wine tasting bash Love the Vino in You, American Repertory Theater of WNY is hosting the A Mid-Winter’s Love the Vino in You Tale. This event will feature four white wines that you will taste and narrow-down to one favorite. This "winner" will be used as the house white… >>
Tattoo Fundraiser for Ronny Schrimmel
Millennium Tattoo artist Ronny Schrimmel was diagnosed with Stage 4 Adenocarcinoma and given a 1 year prognosis. His family at Millennium Tattoo is having a $40 tattoo fundraiser (select designs-all drawn by Ronny) with ALL proceeds going to the Schrimmel family. Please call the shop with any questions… >>
Horticulture Certificate Series: Horticulture II
11am-1pm, I & II - Garden Members $105/series, $20/class, General Public $135/series, $25/class III & IV - Garden Members $100/ series, $22/class, General Public $120/series, $27/class Join us for an entertaining garden education with David Clark, Horticulturist & CNLP. David is fast becoming one of… >>
Wegmans Family Days: Fun with Fruit
10am-2pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Have fun with your food in the Wegmans Family Garden and at stations throughout the Botanical Gardens between 10am and 2pm. See the schedule… >>
New Year, New You! Health and Wellness Fair
Join us to participate in the following FREE activities: Yoga Classes (mats provided), Healthy Eating Cooking Classes, Flag Football with the Police Athletic League, Free Raffles, Giveaway and so much more! Free Breakfast and Lunch will be provided!
Johnny Hart and the Mess
Saturday January 20th – Sabres Game After Party w/ Johnny Hart and the MessDoors: 2:00pm, Show: 3:00pm – Tickets: FREE – Ages: All
Workingman’s Dead (Grateful Dead Tribute)
Saturday January 20th – Workingman’s Dead (Grateful Dead Tribute)Doors: 8:00pm, Show: 9:00pm – Tickets: $10.00 – Ages: 18+
Bullying and Students with Disabilities
INTIMIDACION Y ESTUDIANTES CON DISCAPACIDADES – 1/20 January 20, 2018 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am USTED APRENDERA: • Sobre los Diferentes tipos de intimidacion o acoso • A reconocer las senales de advertencia • Como agregar servicios y apoyos al IEP Lafayette High School P.S. #204 370 Lafayette Avenue Buffalo,… >>
Robert Burns' Dinner and Ceilidh
Robert Burns' Dinner and Ceilidh is a celebration of Scottish music and culture. Entertainment by: The MacKenzie Highlanders Pipe Band Scottish Highland Dancers Ceilidh 9-11 PM with Step-in-Time Celtic Music Tickets $25 (reservations required). For tickets contact mackenziepipeband@gmail.com or (716)… >>
Lake Effect Furies 2018 Soup & Chili Cook Off
The Queen City Roller Girls’ internationally ranked team, the Lake Effect Furies (18th), are hosting their annual Soup & Chili Cook Off on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Appliance Associates of Buffalo, 200 Amherst Street, Buffalo. In previous years, competing chefs prepared varieties of chili. This… >>
The Spirituality of Niagara Falls: Panel Discussion
Join us to discuss the spiritual nature of Niagara Falls. Panelists will include exhibiting artist, Thomas Kegler; Allan Jamieson Sr. of Neto Hatinakwe Onkwehowe; Niagara University Faculty Dr. Amelia Gallagher, Associate Professor of Religious Studies; Dr. Paula Kot, Associate Professor of English; and… >>
The Spirituality of Niagara Falls
Join us to discuss the spiritual nature of Niagara Falls. Panelists will include exhibiting artist, Thomas Kegler; Allan Jamieson Sr. of Neto Hatinakwe Onkwehowe; Niagara University Faculty Dr. Amelia Gallagher, Associate Professor of Religious Studies; Dr. Paula Kot, Associate Professor of English; and… >>
Polka Night Out!
Buddy Knaus Amvets Post is presenting "A Night Out to Polka"Featuring Buffalo's best Polka Band "New Direction"There is a $5.00 cover charge. The bar will be open and we invite you to bring your own snacks. Pizza joints in the area deliver to the venue, if you would like. We are planning a great night… >>
Community Bingo
Presented by West Side Community Services. Event is free and open to the public! Call (716) 884-6616 with any questions
Pet Connection Book Event at Dog Ears
What better named venue than Dog Ears Bookstore to host a book-signing event for a book about heartwarming dog and cat adoptions? On Saturday, Jan. 20, the nonprofit community bookstore at 688 Abbott Road will host West Seneca author Joe Kirchmyer for a book-signing event from noon to 2 p.m. His fourth… >>
Soup & Chili Cook Off
The Queen City Roller Girls’ internationally ranked team the Lake Effect Furies (18th) are hosting their annual Soup & Chili Cook Off on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Appliance Associates of Buffalo, 200 Amherst Street, Buffalo. In previous years it was a Chili Only event but the taste buds will be… >>
Architecture + Education Gallery Exhibit
View the work of our #littlearchitects !! Running biennially, the Architecture + Education Program uses architecture to teach students math, science, history, art, and technology aligned with the Common Core, while raising awareness and appreciation of the built environment. Children are introduced… >>
Winter Blast 2018 at MLK Jr. Park
Join us on Saturday, Jan 20, to officially open the MLK Jr. Park Basin for the skating season, presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy and the City of Buffalo. DATE: Saturday, January 20, 2018 PLACE: Martin Luther King Jr. Park Basin and Casino,… >>
Dancing With The Stars Live
Showcasing many of your favorite professional dancers performing ballroom and contemporary dances from ABC’s hit show Dancing with the Stars!!
Women's Solidarity March
March in downtown Buffalo; Part of WNY #StillResisting Weekend - #wepersist; #PowertothePolls; #womensmarch2018 - on the one year anniversary of the record-breaking Women's March!! Starting at Buffalo City Hall Steps, we'll walk (& keep moving) to spots relating to current campaigns such as the Convention… >>
Buffalo Mass Mob XXV
Buffalo Mass Mob XXV will take place on Sunday, January 21, 2018 at East Buffalo’s Saint Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church for Noon worship. Buffalo Mass Mob started in 2013 as way to draw attention to struggling Buffalo inner city churches. A mass mob is similar to a flash mob, but the idea centers… >>
Paint it Forward for The Teal Project WNY
Paint it Forward! A portion of the class proceeds will be donated to benefit The Teal Project of WNY. The mission of The Teal Project is to combat sexual violence and bring awareness to this public health epidemic by providing age appropriate educational and empowerment programs to students in intermediate,… >>
Fernway
FernwayGhostpoolPrevious LoveFallow LandSparkplugSunday, January 21st$10.00 pre-sale, $12.00 day of show18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:30pmat: Mohawk Place47 E Mohawk StBuffalo, NY 14203
Nutrition Workshop for Older Adults presented by Eat Smart NY
Presented by Eat Smart NY, this nutrition program will teach adults ways to maintain a healthy, balanced diet, while still enjoying their meals and snacks. Call (716) 884-6616 with any questions!
Live Alive // Winter Ball IV Feat. Roseview
Chernobyl Agency / FTMP Events present:Live Alive Festival Series: Winter Ball IVfeaturing:Roseview // Moral Codewith special guests:From the Branches of Tide // The Second String Margot Kisiel Music // Wacko Fest // DilettanteMonday, January 22ndDoors at 5:00PM$10 Presale / $13 Day Of ShowTickets: https://www.purplepass.com/LiveAliveWinterBallIVat: Stamps...… >>
Feverbox, Deadwolf and Quinton Brock
Monday, January 22nd Feverbox’s Monthly Industry Night featuring Feverbox, Deadwolf and Quinton Brock live in The 9th Ward Drink Specials! Rock and Roll! Boom!! A Shot and PBR for $5.00!!Well Drinks $4.00!! Tickets: No Cover!! 7:00pm Doors l 8:00pm Show21 and up only
The Special Education Process and the BPS Parents Guide
THE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS AND THE BPS PARENT GUIDE 1/23 January 23, 2018 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm In this workshop you will learn: What is special education and where do you start? The steps in the special education process What to expect at meetings of the Committee on Special Education (CSE) and Preschool… >>
Jack Martini
FTMP Events presents:Jack Martini Musicw/ Lexxi Raine, Lee Becker, Astrabula, Matthew Ruhl (Music), Allie Burns, &The Finality ComplexTuesday, January 23rd$5 Cover18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00 pmat: Stamps... the bar98 Main StreetTonawanda, NY/ Keep updated on all the upcoming… >>
FREE 30 minute makeup session with National Jane Iredale Makeup Artist
Book your 30 minute Free Makeup Session Jane Iredale's national Makeup Artist Lisa Kramer-Lape will be at renew bath + body giving FREE expert 30 minute makeup consultations and matching. Stop by renew at 927 Elmwood Ave or call 716 881 0177 to book yours before the limited space is gone. When: Wednesday,… >>
Knowing Your Worker's Rights with Journey's End Refugee Services
Do you know your rights as a worker in the US? Learn more with JERS! Call (716) 884-6616 with any questions
Job Fair
Looking to find a job or change careers? Visit the Central library and meet employers looking to hire and discover free resources that will make your search faster and easier. Free and open to the public.
Bees by Bob Brachmann @ Paradise
Paradise Wines has invited renowned beekeeper and bee breeder, Bob Brachmann to tell astonishing story of bee and man and nature on Wednesday, January 24 at 7:00pm. In addition to learning about the lives of bees, their importance to agriculture, and their current plight, attendees will also be invited… >>
Larkland & the PanAm: Buffalo History Speaker Series Session 1
SESSION 1: Glitz & Glamour: Buffalo at the Turn of the Century Larkland: The Larkin Family Estate Presented By: Denise Prince At the beginning of the twentieth century, one of Buffalo’s leading families purchased an entire city block on Lincoln Parkway, bordering Delaware Park, to create an estate for… >>
Parent Cafe with Family Help Center
Parenting is hard work! Gain support and information at this monthly workshop. Call (716) 884-6616 with any questions.
Opening Reception: Printed Lives | An Exhibition by Bob Fleming
PRINTED LIVES is an exhibit of recent prints by artist Bob Fleming. The majority of prints on view are etchings and intaglio prints, though select screen, woodblock and lithograph prints by the artist are also showcased. All prints focus on the human condition as a central theme. The show features a… >>
Lumagination Launch Party
6-9pm, Tickets: Garden Members $35 & General Public $40, $45 after January 19. VIP Tickets: $60 - includes private area, bar, food and more. Only 30 VIP available) Enjoy signature cocktails and delicious appetizers while we flip the switch on Lumagination 2018! Be the first to see the Botanical Gardens… >>
Grass is Dead
The Grass Is Dead Performs Bluegrass Versions of the Grateful Dead & Related Music Since 1998!
Opening Reception: George Afedzi Hughes, The Politics of Identity
George Afedzi Hughes’ work involves painting and performance art, utilizing the turbulence of colonialism as a premise to highlight parallels between that violent history and contemporary global conflicts. His upcoming solo exhibition at the Buffalo Arts Studio reflects the politics of identity through… >>
KASHMIR: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute Band
Kashmir, the nation’s #1 Led Zeppelin tribute show, it is the most authentic representation of Led Zeppelin on the modern national touring scene. Each of the 4 band members assumes their individual role with pinpoint accuracy. Kashmir possesses the live stage show, sound, and likeness to bring audiences… >>
Too Much Snow Show
It's snowing way too much this year, so what better way to deal with it then getting hammered and watching people play music? Come watch teen heartthrobs cardboard homestead and crystal godzilla attempt to entertain you while you get toasty, and finish off the night with your 2 favorite pearl jam and… >>
Queen City Roller Girls: Suicidal Saucies vs Devil Dollies
Looking to add a little spice to your Saturday afternoon? Come check out the Suicidal Saucies' first matchup of the year against the Devil Dollies at 7PM on January 26 at Buffalo Riverworks. Battling it out for what each side hopes to be their first season win, these two QCRG home teams will keep your… >>
The Robert Burns Supper 2018
Come a’ ye Caledonians! Wherever plaid is worn – The Bard’s Night is upon us. Now raise the merry horn! Join author Mason Winfield and a host of hearty Celts on Friday, January 26, at East Aurora’s classic Roycroft Inn for another night of culture, cuisine, and Scottish hospitality devoted to Scotland’s… >>
Kashmir: Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Kashmir, the nation’s #1 Led Zeppelin tribute show, it is the most authentic representation of Led Zeppelin on the modern national touring scene. Each of the 4 band members assumes their individual role with pinpoint accuracy.Kashmir possesses the live stage show, sound, and likeness to bring audiences… >>
Mozart’s Operatic Favorites: M&T Bank Classics
Some of Mozart’s greatest work was done for the opera stage. Five singers from Juilliard’s Young Artists program join your BPO in music “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Don Giovanni” and more. Andrew Bisantz, conductor MOZART Vocal selections from The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, and Cosi fan tutte >>
Niagara Wine & Beer Tasting Fest
More than 30 wineries, breweries, restaurants and specialty food vendors, plus basket raffle, 50/50 split, live music, and a photo booth to capture all the fun! Each ticket includes a souvenir glass, tasting journal, and $5 food voucher. VIP guests enjoy early entry at 4:00pm, reserved parking, $1 off… >>
Soul Patch
The triumphant return of Buffalo’s premier purveyors of '90s alt-rock majesty! Soul Patch featuring members of Everytime I Die is live in concert at Buffalo Iron Works!
Explore Buffalo Winter Gala 2018
Join Explore Buffalo on Saturday, January 27th for the Winter Gala at the historic Hotel at the Lafayette to have fun while supporting the continued growth of Buffalo's best tour organization. Did you know that in just three years, Explore Buffalo has grown from an annual attendance of 6,200 (2014)… >>
Dog Ears Bookstore to host book-signing with children’s book author Kathleen Mancuso
Dog Ears Bookstore & Café in South Buffalo will host children’s book author Kathleen Mancuso for a book-signing event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at the community bookstore, 688 Abbott Road, Buffalo. Mancuso’s book, Pooleville Pete, is a different take on an old story. Pete is a groundhog… >>
Wine & Chocolate Festival
Join us as we celebrate great wine and sweets from down the street and around New York for The Summit Federal Credit Union Wine & Chocolate Festival in BUFFALO at the Adam's Mark on January 27th!TWO SESSIONS! 2PM-5PM, 6PM-9PM w/ limited ticket sales!Tickets on sale now online & at your local Wegmans!Wineries… >>
Mass Casualty CD Release Show
Mass Casualty "Preparing The Dead" CD Release show, with special guests, Gutted Alive, Shepherd of Rot, Corrosive Impact and SeplophileAt Milkie's on Elmwood. - $5 at the door - Doors open at 6pm21 and up with valid ID
Ice Age Storytime
Join us for this month's "Ice Age" themed Storytime! Stick around after Storytime for a fun winter craft and to make new friends!***Please note our new location for the event - Williamsville Village Hall located at 5565 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221. There is free parking behind Village Hall… >>
Retro Rewind- 9! DJ Underground '80s Dance Party!
Join us for Revolution Gallery's 9th “Retro Rewind” Dance Party!DJ Dr. Wisz is once again bringing his vinyl selections to the gallery and spinning 80s and 90s Alternative, Punk, Goth and New Wave.Go Retro with us on Saturday January 27th from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. $5 glasses of wine, $3 PBR, $5 local… >>
Larkinville Ice Festival
Bundle up and head to Larkinville on Saturday, January 27 for the 4th Annual Ice Festival! This neighborhood-wide celebration includes programming and specials from Larkin Square, The Filling Station, Hydraulic Hearth, Swan Street Diner, Buffalo Distilling Co., Flying Bison Brewing Company and Larkin… >>
Mozart’s Operatic Favorites: M&T Bank Classics
Some of Mozart’s greatest work was done for the opera stage. Five singers from Juilliard’s Young Artists program join your BPO in music “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Don Giovanni” and more. Come at 1:30 for your chance to hear directly from the artists in “Musically Speaking,” sponsored by Uniland Development.… >>
Lumagination: Family & Member Night
The Botanical Gardens will be illuminated to excite imaginations, stimulate the senses and entertain all ages! Aquarium of Niagara Members and Botanical Gardens’ Members receive $2 off admission. Everyone will enjoy special kids activities, touch tank fun and more! Inside the Botanical Gardens! Lumagination… >>
Buffalo Whiskey Fest
The first Buffalo Whiskey Fest hosted by Tommyrotter Distillery and Step Out Buffalo is *THE* event of the year for whiskey lovers and the whiskey curious. On January 28, 2018 from 1-5p you get to explore the beautiful historic Hotel Lafayette while tasting over 75 different whiskeys, learning about… >>
Tinsley Ellis
Tinsley Ellis has traveled a million miles, and through that journey he has become a man with clarity about where he stands today and his future destination. As a proud Georgia-based artist, with his new album Red Clay Soul he celebrates a legacy built on four decades of performing, recording and song… >>
Mamma Mia!
On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this tale of love, laughter and friendship. The Kavinoky is proud to… >>
Royal Rumble
Come watch WWE Royal Rumble at your favorite bar! * Food * Royal Rumble Lottery $10 * vendors & morePPV @ Stamps is where it's at!Kickoff show starts at 5pmLottos held for both mens and womens rumble
Soup Fest
Join 5,000 of your closest friends at The Buffalo Niagara Convention Center on SUNDAY January 28th, 2018 for the 8th Annual Buffalo Soup-Fest! Sip, slurp, and sample more than 30 restaurants serving all the best soups in Western New York. Live entertainment, kids activities, and more await you at what… >>
CityBoiStreets
FTMP Events Presents:LIT FOR DAYS TOUR Presented by BreakBeatbooking |Feat: Cityboistreets & Bone The Mackw/ Dre Dub (of Concrete Gang), Mark Lee, Tommy Mack, Eddy Blanco, &Drew Classick*Dj unknown on the DecksMonday, January 29th$10 Presale | $15 Day Of Show18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open… >>
Herbal Secret Remedies for the Cold and Flu Season
Cold and flu season is upon us. Luckily, Western NY lawns, creeks and gardens offer an abundance of local plants that can help. Studies and tradition have shown that herbs like elderberry, echinacea, boneset, thyme and more can help with cold and flu prevention, and/or reduce the severity and duration… >>
IEP (A-Z) refresher
IEP A TO Z REFRESHER January 30, 2018 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Did you enjoy meeting with Mary Ann White from RSE TASC for the IEP A-Z workshop? Come on back for a refresher course! Bring your IEPs and your questions to ask the expert! Parent Network of WNY 1000 Main Street Training Room B Buffalo, NY 14202… >>
Lumagination: Photo Night
6-9pm, 6-10pm Fridays & Saturdays (Doors will not open until 6pm) The Botanical Gardens will be illuminated to excite imaginations, stimulate the senses and entertain all ages! Inside the Botanical Gardens! Lumagination is produced by: Luminated Landscapes. Sponsored by: National Grid, Star 102.5,… >>
South Buffalo Catholic School Notre Dame Academy Open House - 2 locations
School Open House South Buffalo Catholic School Notre Dame Academy will be hosting two Open House events in January for anyone interested in attending our school, or those just curious as to how great a Catholic education can be. For families with students who are 3 years old (by 12/31/18) through… >>
Mark Marinaccio & Friends
Mark Marinaccio & Friends is a rather recent and unique phenomenon in the original music scene. The group first paid its dues at the composition desk, and then in the rehearsal room, before ever taking the live stage. Audiences over the last year-plus have benefited from it. Compositions and arrangements… >>
How I Learned to Drive
This 1998 pulitzer prize winning drama dares to break the silence about sexual abuse hiding in plain sight. a memory play told out of sequence in a hauntingly understated style, this story takes us back to small-town Maryland in the late 1960s when a seemingly charming uncle's advances on his teenage… >>
The Nether by Jennifer Haley
Sometime in the near future, the Internet has evolved into the “Nether”, a place where gender, age, identity, and truth are malleable, and your darkest desires and fears are all-too-obtainable. Winner of the 2012 Susan Smith Blackburn Prize for drama, The Nether is a mystery/crime drama where even thoughts… >>
The Constant Wife by W. Somerset Maugham
Best known as the author of the masterpiece Of Human Bondage, Maugham delights us with this celebrated comedy of manners. The Constant Wife explores the vicissitudes of married life with devastating satire and biting humor. It seems that the only one in Constance Middleton's affluent social circle who… >>
An Act of God
After conquering Broadway, the King of the Universe is coming to Buffalo for the first time ever! God tackling His greatest challenge yet: Live theatre! He takes the form of award winning Buffalo Actor, Joey Bucheker. In this 90-minute comedy, the Almighty and His devoted Angels answer some of the deepest… >>
Puppy Tales
Open to children ages 2 to 4 accompanied by a parent or guardian, Puppy Tales runs on six consecutive Friday mornings and each session includes three stories, a craft and healthy snacks. Puppy Tales is a great way to prepare students for Pre-K. The cost is just $25 per child for the entire session. The… >>
Printed Lives: An Exhibition by Bob Fleming
On View: January 25 – February 23, 2018 | Gallery Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 12-6pmOpening Reception: Thursday, Jan 25 | 5-8pm PRINTED LIVES is an exhibit of recent prints by artist Bob Fleming. The majority of prints on view are etchings and intaglio prints, though select screen, woodblock and lithograph… >>
Lumagination
January 27-28, February 1-3, 7-11, 14-24 (see special feature dates below) 6-9pm, 6-10pm Fridays & Saturdays (Doors will not open until 6pm) The Botanical Gardens will be illuminated to excite imaginations, stimulate the senses and entertain all ages! Inside the Botanical Gardens! Lumagination… >>
Horsefeather's Winter Market
We are busy planning some fun upcoming events for the market! In the meantime, stop by this Saturday for cozy farmer's market shopping!Permanent Vendors- Lait Cru BrasserieNickel City Cheese & MercantileGood Neighbors Credit UnionThe Mane RoomBlueprint Design StudioBuffalo Cake PopsThe Rogue CellarMarket… >>
Joe Diebold
Arcangel Gallery Exhibit - 10am-5pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! Joe is a local photographer who specializes primarily in Wedding, Family and Nature photography. Joe and his… >>
Intro To Egyptian Belly Dance
Discover Egyptian Belly Dance at Oasis Dance Center in Tonawanda NY! Our Intro to Belly Dance Class is perfect for women and teens of all ages shapes and sizes. No dance experience needed. Come have some fun learning the basic movements on Wednesdays 6:30-7:30, 6 week session $60.
Exhibition: George Afedzi Hughes, The Politics of Identity
George Afedzi Hughes’ work involves painting and performance art, utilizing the turbulence of colonialism as a premise to highlight parallels between that violent history and contemporary global conflicts. His solo exhibition at the Buffalo Arts Studio reflects the politics of identity through the lens… >>
William Shakespeare's The Tragedy of Hamlet - A Group Reading
Group Reading and Understanding for Non-Specialists at The Roycroft Inn with author/teacher MASON WINFIELD Why is Hamlet often considered the world's greatest play? Does Hamlet bear a curse? What is "the Hamlet problem"? Does the mysterious play represent the beginning of psychology? How much suggestion… >>
Horticulture Certificate Series: Horticulture III
11am-1pm, I & II - Garden Members $105/series, $20/class, General Public $135/series, $25/class III & IV - Garden Members $100/ series, $22/class, General Public $120/series, $27/class Join us for an entertaining garden education with David Clark, Horticulturist & CNLP. David is fast becoming one of… >>
Inside Downtown North Tour
Join us for a winter tour of downtown landmarks, focusing on interior spaces to stay warm! This tour covers a variety of architectural styles and successful adaptive reuses of buildings in the northern part of downtown Buffalo. Buildings featured on this tour include the Goldome Bank, Market Arcade,… >>
Inside Downtown South Tour
Join us for a winter tour of downtown landmarks, focusing on interior spaces to stay warm! This tour covers a variety of architectural styles and successful adaptive reuses of buildings in the southern part of downtown Buffalo. Buildings featured on this tour include St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Ellicott… >>
Buffalo Gateway Show Chorus Open House
The Buffalo Gateway Show Chorus is having an open house Wednesday nights for women ages 18+ at our rehearsals from January 31 - April 11 from 6:45pm - 9:30pm. Come experience the wall of sound in acapella 4-part harmony style and vocal coaching from a world-class Director. BGC is made up of 80+ women… >>
Downtown Ceilings & Skylights Tour
Come ready to look up on this downtown walking tour! This tour will reveal the ornate ceilings and skylights found in many buildings throughout downtown Buffalo. While many people walk underneath them on a daily basis, the ceilings of many of Buffalo’s buildings are often their least-noticed feature.… >>
Inside Tri-Main Tour
Join us for a tour inside one of Buffalo’s most historic industrial buildings! The Tri-Main Center’s history encompasses four different eras, beginning with Ford in 1915, and continuing through Bell Aircraft and Trico to the present day as a mixed-use facility housing over 100 different companies over… >>
Inside St. Mary's School for the Deaf
St. Mary’s School for the Deaf, established in Buffalo in 1853 as the first academic school for the deaf in the country, was relocated from Edward Street to its current location on Main Street in 1898. This two-hour walking tour highlights the beautiful architecture of this historic building and offers… >>
