Saturday November 12th, 2016

Upcoming events & things to do near you.

Sweet for Service
Sat Nov 12th

Sweet for Service

Join us for tasty treats, wine and beer sampling, a basket raffle and silent auction while celebrating National Service and Volunteerism in WNY! Silent auction includes a great overnight Niagara Falls package including lodging at the Sheraton, dinner at the Hard Rock, breakfast at the hotel, and $100… >>

Basket Raffle
Sat Nov 12th

Basket Raffle

Basket Raffle - Over 200 items and silent auction items, 100% of Proceeds go to the Jacquie for A.L.L. Foundation and patiet support  and cancer research at Roswell Park Cancer Institute

Beer and Wine Festival
Sat Nov 12th

Beer and Wine Festival

The Holiday Valley Beer and Wine Festival is legendary for great beers, wines and good times. This year’s 13th annual event features 30 craft brewers with over 100 beers and wines from New York State and the region, plus entertainment on 3 floors of the beautiful Holiday Valley Lodge. Tickets are $50… >>

Lancaster Opera House Craft Show
Sat Nov 12th

Lancaster Opera House Craft Show

Our annual craft show returns for the 30th year! Food, basket raffle, activities for the kids, and a great way to get an early start on your holiday shopping. Interested crafters: please contact Maryellen via email atmkaytj1@verizon.net.

Black and Blues Band
Sat Nov 12th

Black and Blues Band

Pizza Plant Italian Pub - Transit Road

They're back! The @theblackandbluesbandbuffalo is here!Full Band Instrumentation Includes: Don Petrino: Lead Vocal/Guitar Grace Lougen: Lead Guitar/Lead VocalMichael Petrino: BassJoe Frontera: Drums/Percussion http://www.theblackandbluesband.net/

Nature’s Gathering: An Evening of Art, Wine & Cheese
Sat Nov 12th

Nature’s Gathering: An Evening of Art, Wine & Cheese

Sample fine regional wines and enjoy hors d’oeuvres as you help support the Friends of Reinstein Woods. Western New York artisans will be showcasing their nature-themed artwork and specialty items, all available for purchase. Live music, raffles and more! Tickets are $15 presale or $20 at the door.… >>

Cranksgiving 2016
Sat Nov 12th

Cranksgiving 2016

Join us for our 5th annual Cranksgiving to benefit Buffalo Food Not Bombs!Cranksgiving is a food drive on two wheels. Part bike ride, part food drive, part scavenger hunt. Bring a bike (any bike will do), a bag, a lock, a helmet and about $10-15 to buy food. All of the food collected at grocery stores… >>

Buffalo Cares Adoption Event
Sat Nov 12th

Buffalo Cares Adoption Event

Buffalo C.A.R.E.S is growing! So much that we are now one of the largest rescues in WNY

Pints & Pierogi
Sat Nov 12th

Pints & Pierogi

Marcy Casino in Delaware Park

Pints & Pierogi, But No Polka? Popular Event Returns to Marcy Casino For Third Straight Year  This year’s Pints & Pierogi event will take place on Saturday, November 12th from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Marcy Casino in Delaware Park, 199 Lincoln Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14222. $5 admission tickets are… >>

GreenFields Holiday Bazaar
Sat Nov 12th

GreenFields Holiday Bazaar

Fun for the entire family, including horse-drawn wagon rides, a balloon artist and visits with Santa Claus! Kettle corn, fried dough, cotton candy, hot chocolate and cider will be some of the refreshments for sale, with a lunch menu available. Browse more than 50 vendors at both GreenField Manor (5953… >>

Buffalo Zine Fair 2016
Sat Nov 12th

Buffalo Zine Fair 2016

Sugar City and Gutter Pop Comics Presents: Buffalo Zine FairSaturday November 12th, 11AM-6PMSugar City 1239 Niagara St Buffalo, NY 14213Free EntrySugar City and Gutter Pop Comics are proud to present BUFFALO ZINE FAIR. This event celebrates self-publishing and hand-made D.I.Y culture. PRINTED MEDIA… >>

Gallery Dances at the Burchfield Penney
Thu Nov 10th → Sun Nov 13th

Gallery Dances at the Burchfield Penney

Burchfield Penney Art Center

Four days of professional dance at the Burchfield Penney Art Center. From November 10-13, professional dancers and choreographers will take over the gallery, showcasing their unique artistry, giving audiences a glimpse into Buffalo's rich dance scene. Curated by Jon Lehrer, Founder and Artistic Director… >>

Fall Orchid Show
Sat Nov 12th → Sun Nov 13th

Fall Orchid Show

Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens

The Mid-American Orchid Congress (MAOC) is holding its fall conference in Buffalo and at the Botanical Gardens. The MAOC is a network of orchid clubs dedicated to the preservation and propagation of orchids.  This show will host international speakers, orchid vendors from across the U.S. and spectacular… >>

Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival
Fri Nov 4th → Sun Nov 13th

Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival

The Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival 2016 Program. The festival runs Fri Nov. 4th - Thurs Nov. 10th at Dipson Theaters' Eastern Hills Cinema, located in the Eastern Hills Mall, 4545 Transit Road in Williamsville, and continues the afternoons of Nov. 11th - 13th at the Screening Room, located in… >>

Dino Daze
Sat Nov 12th → Sun Nov 13th

Dino Daze

Buffalo Museum of Science

Dino Daze is back! Our second annual event for families of all ages is bigger than ever before. Extended to two days by popular demand, guests are invited to become a paleontologist for a day, get your photo taken with costumed dinosaurs Vinnie and Teddy, dive into our giant dig pit, design your own… >>

Niagara Wine Trail-Share the Bounty
Fri Nov 11th → Sun Nov 13th

Niagara Wine Trail-Share the Bounty

Niagara Wine Trail USA

The wine trail fundraising event to benefit food banks, food pantries and charities. Each winery accepts either a monetary donation or a non-perishable donation in exchange for tastings this weekend. The wine trail does not provide transportation. A valid photo ID with proof of age is required to participate… >>

Zonta Holiday Festival, 4th Annual!
Sat Nov 12th → Sun Nov 13th

Zonta Holiday Festival, 4th Annual!

Zonta Holiday Festival Batavia’s Annual Artisan & Vendor Marketplace At Batavia Downs Gaming, 8315 Park Avenue, Batavia, NY Saturday & Sunday November 12th & 13th, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. FREE ADMISSION! Over 110 Vendors Featuring a Visit from Mr. & Mrs. Santa, Caricature Artist, Princesses, Face… >>

Hamilton Film Festvial
Sat Nov 5th → Sun Nov 13th

Hamilton Film Festvial

The 11th Annual Hamilton Film Festival 2016 (HFF) is a festival of feature-length movies, documentaries, and short films; industry and public events; the brand new Canadian Film Market; the first-ever Special Effects 72-Hour Film Challenge (HFX); as well as the Hamilton Film Expo 2: Expo Harder. Over… >>

Reiki Master Teacher Training
Sat Nov 12th → Sun Nov 13th

Reiki Master Teacher Training

Take a profound and exciting step on your personal spiritual path, become attuned to the highest level in the Usui System of Natural Healing, and learn to pass the gift of Reiki to others as a Reiki Master Teacher. In this class we deepen your connection to the Reiki energy, you receive the Master Symbol,… >>

2nd Saturday Harvest and Pop Up Market
Sat Nov 12th → Sat Dec 10th

2nd Saturday Harvest and Pop Up Market

Come for a pumpkin smashing challenge, watch a cider press demo and maybe even give it a try yourself. Build a spice rack or try your hands at basket weaving - FREE hands-on workshops and gift-making projects for children. Then, head east toward 980 The Guild to find LOCAL Artists and Craftspeople making… >>

Soccer Shots Winter Season
Wed Oct 19th → Sat Dec 10th

Soccer Shots Winter Season

Soccer Shots is a 4-season program to keep the kids active all year long. These classes offer character development, and soccer fundamentals in a non-competitive and age-appropriate setting. Soccer Shots will help your child's phycial health, character and imagination. Don’t miss out on the unique opportunity… >>

Go Figure Opening Reception
Fri Nov 4th → Sat Dec 31st

Go Figure Opening Reception

1045 Elmwood Gallery for the Arts

Local artist Jonathan Stafford returns to 1045 Elmwood Gallery to exhibit his new body of work Go Figure, which includes figure studies, landscapes, and one of his most popular series...the Grain Elevators of WNY.  Attend the Opening Reception with the artist:  First Friday, November 4, 6:00 - 9:00pm… >>

Picasso: The Artist and His Models
Sat Nov 5th → Fri Feb 17th

Picasso: The Artist and His Models

Albright-Knox Art Gallery

Picasso: The Artist and His Models explores the career of multifaceted artist Pablo Picasso (Spanish, 1881–1973) between 1906 and the mid-1960s. At the core of this exhibition is an exploration of Picasso’s extraordinary ability to translate three dimensions into two-dimensional evocations. His countless… >>

Canisius College Griffins Basketball Schedule 2016/2017
Mon Nov 7th → Sun Feb 26th

Canisius College Griffins Basketball Schedule 2016/2017

Canisius College Griffins College Basketball Home Game Schedule Mon Nov 7 vs. Ryerson (Exhibition) Mon Nov 21 vs. UT Martin Wed Nov 23 vs. Tennessee State Sat Dec 10 vs. St. Francis Brooklyn Mon Dec 12 vs. Albany Mon Jan 2 vs. Siena Wed Jan 4 vs. Quinnipac Sat Jan 14 vs. Marist Mon Jan 16 vs. Monmouth… >>

HERE
Fri Nov 11th → Sun Mar 26th

HERE

Burchfield Penney Art Center

Who are we?What does Western New York mean outside of the community that claims it?We are America – rolling hills, waterways, industry and the places of reflection – we are the people. The most difficult question to answer with a direct short definition is: Just what is our region? How are we unique,… >>