April 2023
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
The Hurt on Hertel
The Hurt on Hertel Bear witness to the rock ‘n’ roll battle of the century as one-time bandmates—now sworn enemies—play a live show for an upcoming split release. Buffalo rockers Roger Bryan and the Orphans are known for merging classic American songwriting with recklessness and grace! This group’s… >>
CAM Public Exhibition Tour: “Imaginary Worlds: Behind the Scenes with Niagara University Theatre”
“Imaginary Worlds: Behind the Scenes with Niagara University Theatre” Drop by the CAM on first Saturdays for a 45-minute pay-what-you-wish public tour of a current exhibition, followed by a 15-minute curator Q&A session. RSVP is encouraged. Join Niagara University’s Artistic Director Steven Braddock… >>
Easter April Showers Craft & Vendor Fair
Come on out to support your local small businesses. We have some unique and faboulous crafters as well as some of your favorite vendors. There's something for everyone! Basket raffle! $5/5 min mini massages! Psychic! Goodies! Cash Bar at 1! No need to be present to win. Bring donations for the Buffalo… >>
ChoreoLab
Directed by Jenna Zavrel Choreographers: Melanie Aceto, Sidney Bowers, Victoria-Rose Hyl, James Levy, Moriah Markowitz, Samantha Schmeer, Gaitrie Subryan, and Brennah Woollis Mar. 31 – Apr. 1, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Apr. 1 – 2, 2023 at 2 p.m. UB CENTER FOR THE ARTS Black Box Theatre $20 Adults | $10 Students/Seniors… >>
Queen City Roller Derby: Saucies vs Devil Dollies
BUFFALO, NY - Queen City Roller Derby has announced their 2023 Season in Western New York. This season, all three home teams are returning to skate as game play returns to a full schedule at the world's first purpose built roller derby track at Buffalo Riverworks (359 Ganson St. Buffalo). The 2023… >>
Easter Express
Hop on over to the Medina Railroad Museum for a 1 hour train ride, museum admission, temporary tattoo, face painting, goody bag for each child, meet the Easter Bunny at the Easter Egg Hunt and a chance to win a giant chocolate bunny!
Adult Easter Egg Hunt
Can you find the Golden Egg? This years prizesSabres Tickets, a night stay at Estate Home Rental, or Whirlpool Jet Boat RideJoin the fun! Four hunt times to choose from. $30.00 admission includes: Egg Hunt Live music Meal off the grill Collect your eggs & redeem for wine, candy or surprise prizes! Dress… >>
Easter at the Farm
Meet the Easter Bunny and Easter Pony ! Easter basket raffle , pony rides , caricature drawings and much more . Eat at our hot dog stand. FREE ADMISSION
DigiMarCon At Home 2023 - Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference
DigiMarCon At Home 2023 is your chance to ...– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next… >>
MFA Dance Thesis Concert
Directed by Ariel Nereson Choreographers: Anna Caison Boyd, Abby Cass, and Samantha Schmeer Apr. 14 - 15, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. UB CENTER FOR THE ARTS Black Box Theatre Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/search?q=mfa+dance+thesis+concert The annual MFA Dance Thesis Concert will feature the premier of… >>
Opening Reception | "Biological Regionalism: Niagara River, Western New York" by Alberto Rey
Celebrate the exhibition opening for "Biological Regionalism: Niagara River, Western New York by Alberto Rey," which explores the complexities of the Niagara River past and present. Utilizing lushly illustrated narratives, Rey capitalizes on his unique visual language to speak to the importance of the… >>
Slow Art Day
Join the CAM on Saturday, April 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to participate in the Museum’s first Slow Art Day and look deeper into our ability to appreciate art. Slow Art Day is a global event with a simple mission: help more people discover for themselves the joy of looking at and loving art. Why slow?When… >>
The Dolls & Society Series
Welcome to Dolls and Society - an all ages program, presented by local doll collector, curator and co-founder of Buffalo's Annual Black Doll Exhibit, Lisa Jacobs-Watson.Ms. Jacobs-Watson will lead a series of Show-n-Tell discussions about doll collecting, doll making and how dolls have historically… >>
Thurgood
Thurgood, By George Stevens, Jr., runs March 31, 2023 – April 16, 2023 at Irish Classical Theatre Company. Directly following a successful run at People’s Light Theatre in Philadelphia, Guest Artists Broadway Director Steve H. Broadnax III and Award-Winning Actor Brian Marable bring Thurgood to ICTC.… >>
Sip Suds & Sweets
Prices are $60 pre-sale and $65 at the door. This event features wine, beer, desserts, and appetizers sampled by area businesses. Live usic by the Scott Celani band, silent auction, bakskets, raffles and a candy buffet. Funds raised go towards granting life enriching wishes foir low income seniors… >>
Art Express: Family-Friendly Workshop | Flower Power Hour (Earth Day Session)
This month's Art Express theme is Flower Power Hour. Participants will celebrate Earth Day with an empowering exploration of nature, landscapes, and wildlife, and create earth-inspired artwork. Art Express allows children ages 6 to 12 to partake in fun-filled hands-on art making activities and gallery… >>
Spring Into It! MEAT RAFFLE
The Buffalo Gay Men's Chorus presents the "Spring Into It!" Meat Raffle. Saturday April 22, 2023. Doors open at 6pm, first spin at 630pm. Amvets Medallion Post, 25 Review Place (off Tonawanda St), Buffalo NY. Admission $10, Reserved Table for 8 people only $72. Admission includes domestic beer,… >>
Rummage Sale
St. Francis of Assisi is having a Rummage Sale of gently used items on Saturday, April 22 at 70 Adam Street in the City of Tonawanda. Early Birds will be admitted for $3.00 beginning at 8 am ; regular admission starts at 9 am for $1.00. The sale ends at 1 pm. Hot dogs and soda will be sold starting… >>
2023 Spring Open
On Sunday, April 23, Waxlight Bar a' Vin will host its twice-annual professional cocktail competition. The 2023 Spring Open has an 80s theme, so competitors Keith Raimondi of The Dapper Goose., Esmay Charm of Inizio, Megan Lee of Marble +Rye, Brett Krebs of Mes Que, and Jason Wood of Nowhere Lounge… >>
Currents | Arts & Culture Discussion Series - Preserving Local Landmarks
Mark your calendars! The theme of our Currents: Arts & Culture Discussion Series on is 'Preserving Local Landmarks' presented by Saladin Allah from the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area. Limited seating is available. Light refreshments will be served. Learn about the compelling Prophet Isaiah’s Second… >>
Gilding the Guilt - A Folger Shakespeare Library Workshop
Join Lauren Belfer, author of "City of Light," for an illustrated lecture, book sale & signing at the downtown Central Library on Thursday April 27 from 4-5:30 p.m. Shortly after Lauren Belfer’s presentation there will be a conversation (“Shakespeares in America”) with Joyce Green MacDonald (University… >>
TECHSPO New York 2023 Technology Expo (Internet ~ Mobile ~ AdTech ~ MarTech ~ SaaS)
"Where Business, Tech and Innovation Collide in NYC! TECHSPO New York 2023 is your chance to …– Check out exhibitors showcasing the next generation of technology & innovation.– Be inspired, amazed and educated on how these evolving technologies will impact your business for greater growth.– Interact… >>
“Tales from the Porch Extensions: Featuring Fokus’d Kreatives” with Aitina Fareed-Cooke
Aitina Fareed-Cooke developed the Tales from the Porch project in 2019 under Get Fokus’d Productions as an opportunity to amplify the stories and the voices of members of the Buffalo, NY community. In 2022 the Tales from the Porch project focused on seven black community leaders positively impacting… >>
That Comedy Show at Babeville
“That Comedy Show at Babeville” | 341 Delaware Ave. About “That Comedy Show at Babeville” is Buffalo’s top showcase of the area’s funniest comedians, and it happens to be in the perfect local venue for stand-up comedy: The 9th Ward at Babeville. This monthly show brings some of the best comedic… >>
Queen City Roller Derby: Alley Kats vs Saucies
BUFFALO, NY - Queen City Roller Derby has announced their 2023 Season in Western New York. This season, all three home teams are returning to skate as game play returns to a full schedule at the world's first purpose built roller derby track at Buffalo Riverworks (359 Ganson St. Buffalo). The 2023… >>
Author Talks: Stephen G. Eoannou
Local author Stephen G. Eoannou will be reading from his books Rook and Yesteryear at the downtown Central Library on Saturday April 29 from 4:00 – 4:45 PM in the Ring of Knowledge. Stephen G. Eoannou is the award-winning author of Rook, the short story collection Muscle Cars, and Yesteryear, the story… >>
Read It & Eat Book Fair and Market
Shop tons of Buffalo and WNY's best local book vendors and artisan food businesses as you stock up on Book Lover Essentials, gather gifts for Mother's Day, and prepare for the Spring season!Meet local goof and book vendors while supporting a local non-profit WEDI. A portion of ticket sales is donated… >>
Queen City Roller Derby and Niagara Roller Derby Present The War of Sk8teen ‘12
SAINT CATHARINES, ON - Join Buffalo's Lake Effect Furies as they take on Montreal's New Skids on the Block followed by the Tri-City Thunder as they take on the Montreal Sexpos!! Who will win these epic skate battles?! Which side are you on!? THIS IS AN ALL-AGES EVENT- FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY, complete… >>
Rodgers + Hammerstein’s "Cinderella"
Music by Richard Rodgers Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II New Book by Douglas Carter Beane Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II Directed and co-choreographed by James BeaudryCo-choreographed by Natasha McCandless Apr. 27 - 29, 2023 and May 5 – 6, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. Apr. 29 - 30 and May 6 - 7, 2023 at… >>
“Tales from the Porch Extensions: Featuring Fokus’d Kreatives” with Aitina Fareed-Cooke
Aitina Fareed-Cooke developed the Tales from the Porch project in 2019 under Get Fokus’d Productions as an opportunity to amplify the stories and the voices of members of the Buffalo, NY community. In 2022 the Tales from the Porch project focused on seven black community leaders positively impacting… >>
