Thursday November 2nd, 2017

Upcoming events & things to do near you.

Jim Santella at The Burchfield Penney Book Club
Thu Nov 2nd

Jim Santella at The Burchfield Penney Book Club

Burchfield Penney Art Center

Get behind the mic to meet the man when the legendary Jim Santella speaks at the Burchfield Penney Book Club on Thursday, November 2 at 6:00pm. His memoir, Classic Rock, Classic Jock, takes you on his decades-long radio rollercoaster ride. Head backstage with him to meet many of the greats he interviewed,… >>

Holly Bowling
Thu Nov 2nd

Holly Bowling

Buffalo Iron Works

Holly Bowling is a classically trained pianist who began playing piano at the age of five. There’s one major distinction, however, that separates her from other similarly studied musicians. That is Holly’s devotion to the legendary rock band Phish. Having attended over 300 shows by the Burlington-based… >>

Connecting to Our Water: Adventures in Buffalo History Speaker Series
Thu Nov 2nd

Connecting to Our Water: Adventures in Buffalo History Speaker Series

Even though technology has made most lighthouses obsolete, we strive to preserve them as romantic symbols of our past. For centuries they have stood high along our waterfront guiding sailors away from danger and to safe ports. This talk will explore the history and technology of lighthouses in general,… >>

Buffalo Without Borders
Thu Nov 2nd

Buffalo Without Borders

Again this year, the International Institute of Buffalo will celebrate our city’s diversity with a party only the Institute can throw- at a new location this year, Statler City! Buffalo Without Borders features immigrant, refugee, and ethnic restaurateurs, artisans, and entertainers from all over the… >>

My Story: An Evening of Personal Narratives
Thu Nov 2nd

My Story: An Evening of Personal Narratives

Hallwalls

Join us as we deliver real stories that they have been discovered, crafted, explored, and honed in Inclusive Theater's Personal Narrative workshops. We are all complex, fascinating human beings, yet we have so much in common. Join us to hear our thought-provoking stories. And who knows....maybe you… >>

Tonawanda Main Street Food Truck Thursday Tactical Event
Thu Nov 2nd

Tonawanda Main Street Food Truck Thursday Tactical Event

Join Tonawanda Main Street for a special Food Truck Thursday on November 2nd from 5:00 to 7:30pm on Main Street and Adam Street in the City of Tonawanda. Main Street will be closed between Broad and Niagara Streets for a variety of tactical activities to “try out” new streetscape elements like flexible… >>

Cypher, tHe FEAST, Us Polacks, & Tortoise Forest
Thu Nov 2nd

Cypher, tHe FEAST, Us Polacks, & Tortoise Forest

Stamps... the bar presents:Cypher, tHe FEAST, Us Polacks, & Tortoise ForestThursday, November 2nd$5 Cover18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00 pmat: Stamps... the bar98 Main StreetTonawanda, NY

Taste of Technology
Thu Nov 2nd

Taste of Technology

We are pulling out all the “corks” for this year’s event – it will be our best ever!  Enjoy food, wine, beer and spirits from local establishments, all set in one of Buffalo’s coolest new venues – Lakeward Spirits Event Center at the Barrel Factory.  Featuring live music from the Getting Better Band… >>

Día de Los Muertos
Thu Nov 2nd

Día de Los Muertos

Amor and Heritage's Legends of Hispanic and World Heritage is back with an extraordinary celebration of life with Día de Los muertos. DancingTradition Cultural celebration Learning Colorful decorations Catrinas Music Face panting Tree of life ceremony Art exposition Crafts ParadeSweet food and above… >>

Kim Bellavia Art Exhibit
Sat Oct 7th → Sun Nov 5th

Kim Bellavia Art Exhibit

Bellavia is a sculptor/mixed media artist inspired by the landscape of the state parks, woodlands and National forests in the Finger Lakes Region of NY, where she lives. Bellavia’s work depicts how nature and human nature weave themselves into the intrigue of life and the entropy of existence. Her most… >>

Mum Exhibit
Sat Oct 14th → Sun Nov 5th

Mum Exhibit

Celebrating more than 100 years!  Enjoy all the colors of the fall season with many different varieties of mums!  View innovative displays with some creative surprises.  10am-5pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members… >>

Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival
Thu Nov 2nd → Sun Nov 12th

Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival

Dipson Eastern Hills Cinema 3

11 days, 110 films. See the full schedule here: http://www.buffalodreamsfantasticfilmfestival.com/schedule/  The Buffalo Film Expo (BFX) and the Buffalo Dreams Family Film Festival are also part of "the coolest Film Festival in Buffalo."  Buffalo Dreams is a filmmaker friendly event which celebrates… >>

Botanical Gardens Staff
Sat Oct 7th → Sun Nov 12th

Botanical Gardens Staff

This diverse collection is presented by employees of the Botanical Gardens. This work is characterized by the unique experiences and perspectives of those who are immersed in our living museum. Pieces include photography, painting, drawing, and multi-media work inspired by life at the Botanical Gardens. … >>

Honky
Thu Nov 2nd → Sat Nov 18th

Honky

Subversive Theatre

The regional premiere of HONKY by Greg Kalleres. This 2013 nothing-is-sacred satire takes us into a corporate world that proudly boasts about its commitment to equality... but when a black teen in the 'hood is killed over a pair of sneakers, profits shoot through the roof for the privilege elite. The… >>

Bath Bomb Making Party
Fri Oct 20th → Thu Nov 30th

Bath Bomb Making Party

Bath Bomb making party at rene bath + body. Bring you and 5 of your guest to enjoy drinks, food and a fun filled time making bath bombs. Everyone leaves with a minium of 6 bath bombs to take home and relax in the tub with after the party. Great for birthday parties, client party, friend gathering party… >>

Tue Sep 12th → Tue Dec 26th

Current Events

Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo

Lively discussions of political, social and cultural concerns.  Bring your point of view and opinions and have your say about news at the local, national and international levels.   Sept. 12 - Dec. 26 Tuesdays   1:00-2:00pm     Full Member: Free | Gym/Community Participant: $25 https://tinyurl.com/y9ezv7jd… >>

Sun Sep 17th → Wed Dec 27th

Special Friends©

Jewish Repertory Theatre

Adapted swim lesson class for all children with Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Fragile X Syndrome, and Down’s Syndrome.   Age 3-5 Sept. 17 - Dec. 17 Sundays 11:30am-12:00pm   Full Member: $251 | Gym/Community Participant: $292   Class #18760   Age 6-9 Sept. 17 - Dec. 17 Sundays 12:00-12:30pm… >>

BUILDING BUFFALO: Buildings From Books, Books From Buildings
Thu Apr 20th → Sat Mar 31st

BUILDING BUFFALO: Buildings From Books, Books From Buildings

This new exhibit, open free to the public, focuses on an outstanding collection of rare and exquisitely illustrated books encompassing the history of architecture and landscape design from the late 15th through mid-20th Century.  Part of one of the finest civic collections on architecture in the country,… >>