January 2021
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Monday Night Comedy
Every Monday Night, local and out of area comics come together and put on a comedy show.
Parent Member Training
Parent Member Training January 5, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Parent Members support families who request their attendance at Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings in the following ways: • Understanding the CSE processes including evaluation, eligibility and placement Parent Members help to ensure… >>
COVID-19 Q&A with Dr. Kuo
Give It A Shot: COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A with Dr. Kuo January 7, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Do you have questions or concerns about your child getting the Covid-19 Vaccine? Parents have many questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. • Is it safe for my child with a disability, developmental disability or complex… >>
Drive Thru Breaded Pork Chop Dinner
Drive Thru Pork Chop Dinner - Just drive right up, no need to call ahead or get out of your car. This is one of several dinners we offer in our Pandemic Drive Thru Dinner Series. When: Sunday, January 10th, 2021 Time: 11am-4pm (or till sold out) Where: Polish Falcons of Depew, 445 Columbia Ave., Depew,… >>
Peaceful Path Exhibit
November 27 - January 11Arcangel Gallery ExhibitIncluded with Admission The NY Chapter of VIEW FINDERS, directed and curated by Bonita Chimes, will be presenting their photographic interpretation of “A Peaceful Path”. All of the photographs have been taken as viewed “through the lens” and have not been… >>
Down Syndrome Parents Group
Down Syndrome Parents Group January 11, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm PURPOSE: Provide a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers of individuals with down syndrome to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet… >>
Sexual Behavior & Youth with Disabilities
Having the Talk: Sexual Behavior, Reproduction and Youth with Disabilities January 13, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Would you like to have a more comfortable conversation about sexuality and sexual identity with your family member with a disability? Do you want to learn what words to use so that you can… >>
Introduction to Gentrification
overview: In this virtual course, we will explore gentrification while reflecting on how we can promote inner city development without the displacement of our most vulnerable community neighbors. Gentrification will be considered with an emphasis on the role race and class play in it. Discussions will… >>
Our Famous New Years Flea Market
Special this month: Free appraisals of antiques and collectibles by Bill Hartung, formerly of the Orchard Park Antique Mall and Lancaster Emporium. Meet the Artist: the multi talented, Tammy Shannon will be here with her beach glass creations. Encore appearance by Rosser Ridge Maple and more. This… >>
Kids Day at the Botanical Gardens
January 1810am-4pmIncluded with Admission and Kids 12 and under are free! Visit the Botanical Gardens while kids are off from school! Visit with some reptiles from Repco Wildlife Encounters, talk with our educators about some cool botanical specimens, go on a fun scavenger hunt inside the Botanical… >>
Family & caregiver group for parents of children with developmental disabilities
Family & Caregiver Group for Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities January 19, 2021 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm PURPOSE: Provide a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities to meet, share experiences, ask questions and… >>
Black Veganism
overview: This virtual workshop explores veganism from a historical perspective while asking is veganism practiced in Black culture globally? We will discuss the historical & sociocultural factors that have impacted African American cuisine throughout history and critically analyze why the vegan lifestyle… >>
Red Button Dilemma, Amateur Hockey Club, & Catch the Lion
FTMP Events Presents:Red Button Dilemma, Amateur Hockey Club, & Catch the LionFriday, January 22nd$5 Cover18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 8:00 pmat: Mohawk Place47 E Mohawk StBuffalo, NY 14203/ Keep updated on all the upcoming FTMP EventsWebsite: www.FTMPEvents.comwww.Facebook.com/FTMPEventswww.Twitter.com/FTMPEvents/… >>
Live, learn, work and play
Live, Learn, Work and Play January 25, 2021 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Participants will learn about these four areas of life and how they fit into the planning process for transition services in school and preparing for adult life. Target Audience Families of middle or high school students with disabilities.… >>
Structure, routine and strategies during COVID-19
Structure, Routine and Strategies During COVID-19 January 26, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Strategies for setting up routine and structure in the home to help keep your child/children engaged in hybrid-model schooling. Learn tips to set up a routine that will be helpful in keeping everyone on track between… >>
Introduction to the First Amendment: A Panel Discussion
overview:In light of recent white supremacist insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, there has been a cultural discussion and debate about information, disinformation, and freedom of speech. Building on these themes this webinar + panel class will explore the basics of the First Amendment and the historical… >>
Buffalo Parent & Caregiver Chat Sessions
Buffalo Parent & Caregiver Chat Sessions January 14 & 28, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm We are here to answer your questions & concerns on a wide range of topics including: Transitions • Meltdowns • Time Management • Technology Needs • Guidance to Resources in Buffalo • And Any Other Topics, General Questions… >>
Bob Ross Virtual Paint Night
WNED PBS invites you to join us for a virtual paint night! Paint along with Bob Ross and Lauren Pantos, a Certified Ross Instructor (CRI), as they create “Blue Winter”. We’ll be joined live by artist Lauren Pantos, a Certified Ross Instructor, to discuss Bob’s techniques in detail, give tips and answer… >>
The Best 10 Minutes of My Life
Rochester Fringe alum, Shawn Wickens (Cobra Kai, Mr. Robot), accidentally wrote the best 10-minute set of his life. It happened alone and quarantined in New York City. He openly admits, "I wasn't trying to write jokes. I think my subconscious knew that I needed to laugh." He'll debut this magical material,… >>
Mini-Conference: Transition Through the Years
What’s Next? Transition Through the Years – Mini-Conference January 30 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am What happens after Early Intervention? How do I know if my child needs special education? What happens after high school? What services are available outside of school? Keynote given by Dr. Stephen Turkovich… >>
Kari Achatz: A Conversation with Unfolding Transformations
Cut. To make an opening or incision with a sharp-edged tool. To cut is to remove from something larger. The ability to slice through and let the light in. This work is complicated. It is not quite college, photomontage or sculpture, although all of these elements can be considered within the layers… >>
Brandon Giessmann: Raw Water
There is something precious and horrifying about the way mourning unites people. Inheriting a legacy laden with grief lacks the same clarity. Expressions of remembrance become voyeuristic, feel shallow or inauthentic, and fetishize an unfamiliar pain and ignorance. History seems romantic, full of tragedies… >>
Annual CEPA Gallery Members' Show
Each year, CEPA Gallery invites its members to participate in the Annual Members’ Exhibit, on display now in the Underground Gallery. This cherished annual event features the photography and photo-related work of some of Western New York’s most talented artists. 2021 is no different. We have received… >>
Feed the Fish!
NEW! Feed the Fish – An Early Access Experience 9:30amMembers, Adults & Students ages 12 and up- $18.50Kids & Members ages 3-12- $14.50Kids 2 and under are freeGet up close and personal with our family of koi fish with this new and unique experience! Enjoy early access to the Botanical Gardens before… >>
Gardens After Dark: Enchanted Winter Escape
Thursdays-Sundays and Winter Break week from SchoolJanuary 21-24, 28-31February 4-6, 11-21, 25-285:30-9:00pm Adults - $13.50 Member Adult - $11.50Senior - $12.00 Member Senior - $10.00Student - $12.00 Member Student - $10.00Kids 3-12 - $7.00 Member Kids 3-12 - $7.00 * Guest passes, coupons and… >>
Justina Dziama, A Millimeter of Space
Justina Dziama is the 2020 Activism in the Arts Artist-in-Residence at Buffalo Arts Studio where her new body of work, A Millimeter of Space, will be exhibited January 22–March 6, 2021. Dziama is an artist and architect who has used her residency to research the economically distressed East Side neighborhood… >>
Felipe Shibuya, Black Cherry
The Black Cherry (prunus serotina) is a robust tree, native to the forests of North America. It supports diverse populations of insects, birds, and mammals. This installation, titled Black Cherry, is designed to recall that natural arboreal habitat, using cut sections of a felled Black Cherry tree arranged… >>
Succulent Garden Workshop- Online
Succulent Garden Workshop- ONLINETake-it, Make-it Workshop6:30-7:30pmGM $31.50, GP $35 Design a unique succulent container garden while learning more about these exciting low-maintenance plants. Learn how succulents grow and how to propagate them while adding some creative touches to your garden. Containers,… >>
Pop Up Weddings 2021
The perfect choice for a ceremony that's short and sweet! December 27 - 1 Spot Left2021 Dates Just Added!January 23February 14March 20April 24 $1,500 wedding package includes a 90 minute reservation at the Botanical Gardens, an officiant, non-alcoholic beverage bar, photography package by Alana Adetola… >>
