August 2023

Upcoming events & things to do near you.

WNY Improv Inc. at Eugene V. Debs Hall - Buffalo Infringement Festival
Wed Aug 2nd

WNY Improv Inc. at Eugene V. Debs Hall - Buffalo Infringement Festival

Eugene V. Debs Hall

Don't miss the grand finale! WNY Improv Inc. closes out the Buffalo Infringement Festival with one last free show on Wednesday, August 2nd at 7:45pm at Eugene V. Debs Hall. Enjoy short-form improv comedy in the style of "Whose Line Is It Anyway" or "Wild N Out." Our performers, experienced from stages… >>

RealLifeGuitar.org live at The West Seneca Farmer's Market
Thu Aug 3rd

RealLifeGuitar.org live at The West Seneca Farmer's Market

The West Seneca Farmer's Market

Join instructor, Ben Pawlak, and students Mike Mulvey, Chris Stamer, and Greg Tobin on the hill at The West Seneca Farmer's Market as we sing, dance, and entertain with our acoustic guitars. Specializing in Classic - Modern Rock and Acoustic Blues/Jazz.

Summer Delight Craft & Vendor Fair
Sat Aug 5th

Summer Delight Craft & Vendor Fair

Polish Falcons Society of Depew

Come on out to support your local small businesses. We have some fabulous and unique 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!. Bring donations for the City of Buffalo Animal Shelter for… >>

2023 Chautauqua Region Vintage Book and Paper Show (Mayville, New York)
Sat Aug 5th

2023 Chautauqua Region Vintage Book and Paper Show (Mayville, New York)

Chautauqua Suites and Expo Center

Saturday Aug 5, 2023 at Chautauqua Suites, 215 West Lake Rd (RT 394)Mayville NY10 AM to 4 PMAdmission $5Room Full of dealers in: • Antiquarian Books • Postcards• Photography • Illustrated Books• Fine Art Prints • Comic Books• Maps • Historic Documents• Children's Books • Magazines• Local History • Trade… >>

CAM Kids ‘n Arts Summer Camp
Mon Jul 10th → Fri Aug 11th

CAM Kids ‘n Arts Summer Camp

Castellani Art Museum

CAM is thrilled to announce the opening of its fun-filled Kids 'n Arts Summer Camp for children ages 5–12. This five-week camp lasts from July 10–August 11,  9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Since Kids 'n Arts Summer Camp's inception nearly three decades ago, it has sold out yearly. Please register as soon as possible… >>

Courses in the Conservatory
Fri Aug 11th

Courses in the Conservatory

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Courses in the ConservatoryA Progressive DinnerOutside in the new Courtyard!Friday, August 115pm, 6:30pm, 8pm Eat and drink your way through the Botanical Gardens with a four-course, locally sourced meal prepared by Salvatore's Hospitality in celebration of summer and the harvest season for an upscale… >>

Succulent Garden Workshop
Thu Jul 27th → Sat Aug 12th

Succulent Garden Workshop

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Succulent Garden Workshop On-site at the Botanical Gardens in the Administration BuildingJuly 27, 6-7pmOR August 12, 2-3pm$40/Person$36/Member Design a unique succulent container garden while learning more about these exciting low-maintenance plants. Learn how succulents grow and how to propagate them… >>

Gather,  Garden, and Grow
Sat Aug 12th

Gather, Garden, and Grow

Plot Flower Farm

Gather with your favorite neighborhood Tooligans for a garden party and fundraiser hosted at The Plot Flower Farm. Built from the ground up with Tool Library tools, come see the power of sharing in action! Celebrate The Tool Library’s NEW home and see how you can help us build and grow in the year ahead!… >>

August Craft Fair and Artisan Market at Rusty Nickel Brewing
Sun Aug 13th

August Craft Fair and Artisan Market at Rusty Nickel Brewing

Rusty Nickel Brewing Co.

Join us on August 13th and Shop Local! Rusty Nickel Brewing is proud to present our first Craft Fair and Artisan Market on Sunday, August 13th from 10 AM – 3 PM! Shop dozens of local vendors and makers at this FREE public market! Enjoy tasty foods from food trucks, and sip on delicious beverages from… >>

DRUMWORK FEST 2023
Sun Aug 13th

DRUMWORK FEST 2023

Buffalo Outer Harbor

Drumwork Fest 2023! Brought to you by Conway the Machine and Drumwork Music Group Starring: GUCCI MANE JADAKISS RICH THA KID CONWAY THE MACHINE  & FRIENDS Tickets starting at $75 plus fees. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to Conway Care's and the 5/14 Survivor's Fund. BUY TICKETS HERE

Funding Futures
Thu Aug 17th

Funding Futures

Resurgence Brewing Co

Join us at our 2nd annual event: Funding Futures, Raising Glasses for Classes! ​This special fundraiser for Arbol Community Fund features an open bar, food provided by Lloyd Taco Factory, and a specially curated local vendor market. ​Last year, Arbol Community Fund distributed $55,000 in emergency micro-grants… >>

Christie Lenée
Thu Aug 17th

Christie Lenée

Babeland

“Acoustic Guitarist of the Year” and celebrated singer/songwriter Christie Lenée is more than a musician – she’s an experience.  Symphonic compositions flow from her fingertips effortlessly, with sound ranging from transcendental folk-pop to virtuosic instrumentals. Christie has been described as “Dave… >>

Party at the Pier
Fri Aug 18th

Party at the Pier

Wilkeson Pointe Park

Join us at FeedMore WNY's hot new summer event, Party at the Pier! Celebrate a vibrant summer evening on the Buffalo waterfront with music, food and drinks for seafarers and landlubbers alike! Dive into deliciousness with food from Fresh Catch Poke Co., an open bar and music by DJ Sike. General admission… >>

Wegmans Summer Days of Play!
Sat Jul 8th → Sat Aug 19th

Wegmans Summer Days of Play!

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

July 8 and August 1910am-3pmIncluded with Admission Join us under the grand glass dome for a day full of adventure, exploration, learning and fun! This summer, we will have fun learning stations, activity books, a scavenger hunt, play gardening activities and more! Don't forget to explore the Wegmans… >>

Flower Power by Janet Nye Vedder
Sat Jul 1st → Mon Aug 21st

Flower Power by Janet Nye Vedder

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Flower Powerby Janet Nye VedderJuly 1-August 21  Arcangel Gallery ExhibitIncluded with Admission  Flowers are a symbol of love, joy, happiness, devotion, appreciation, friendship, sympathy, gratitude, care, apology, and celebrations. The exchange of a Flower transcends all time and place. Flowers help… >>

Brink of Time by Deanna Weinholtz
Wed Aug 23rd → Sun Oct 15th

Brink of Time by Deanna Weinholtz

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

Brink of TimeAugust 23-October 15Arcangel Gallery ExhibitIncluded with Admission  We all have special places and times that bring us happiness and peace as we reminisce. Our minds retain fragments of special memories. Whether it’s catching a sunset right at the perfect moment before the sun descends… >>