October 2014
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Queen City Ferry Boat Rides
Food Truck Tuesdays
Food trucks from around Western New York park at Larkin Square every Tuesday from May through October. Come on down for your favorite food trucks, or try a new truck you haven’t visited yet. Enjoy live music, pickle ball, hula hoops and more.
Masters of American Architecture Tour
See signature works by some of America’s greatest architects on this tour, and learn about the prominence of Buffalo on a national scale at the turn of the twentieth century. Buildings included as part of this tour include: St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Patrick…
Ann Parker Arcangel Gallery Exhibit
Arcangel Gallery Exhibit - Included with admissionWater and Glass - Shimmering pools, cascading fountains, glass reaching to the sky, silver-toned and green-gray succulents, all have been captured in Ann Parker’s photographic display of the Botanical…
Great Pumpkin Farm Fall Festival
This Fall Festival is our way of celebrating the harvest of blessings we enjoy in our community and our nation. It has grown to be, by far, the largest family event in the region. We believe that's because it's based on the root values we share in the…
Buffalo Civil War Roundtable: Lives of Commissioned Officers in the Civil War
The Buffalo Civil War Roundtable will host a lecture titled “From Lieutenants to Generals: The Lives of Commissioned Officers in the United States Infantry during the Civil War” by Kevin O’Beirne. This PowerPoint presentation will cover the roles, responsibilities…
Slow Roll Buffalo - Hydraulic Hearth
From experienced cyclists to daily commuters to casual weekenders; Slow Roll is about unity, respect and seeing our city via two wheels, block by block. Deep Thinka Records and The Good Neighborhood proudly present Slow Roll Buffalo! Join us at rotating…
RIVAL SONS with special guest Monster Truck
Tickets $20.00 advance, $24.00 day of show. Doors Open at: 7:00 PM. All Ages (16+ unless accompanied by a parent or guardian)
Buffalo Civil War Roundtable/Lancaster Historical Society Living History Day
The Buffalo Civil War Roundtable in conjunction with the Lancaster Historical Society present a Living History Day with Civil War re-enactors at the Lancaster Little Red Schoolhouse at the corner of Bowen & William on Saturday, October 11, 2014 from…
Fowler's Chocolate Factory Tour
It's time for the annual Fowler's Factory Tour. This year's charity recipient is the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Western New York. Tours are self-guided, with a behind-the scene glimpse of how our famous sponge candy is made. There will be lots of samples…
At Issue: Reforming Buffalo Schools
Three speakers, in a format similar to TED Talks, discuss the challenges confronting Buffalo public schools and how to address them. Confirmed speakers include Donald Ogilvie, superintendent of Buffalo schools; Efrain Martinez, superintendent of the…
Halloween Spooktacular
Spooktacular – the most non-scary fun you can have!! Our annual spook-free Halloween party is great for even the youngest members of the family! So put on your favorite costume and come join us for games, crafts, snacks – and carrousel rides!! Charlie…
Halloween Ghost Tours of Buffalo Central Terminal
Beyond Ghosts brings back its popular candlelight Halloween Ghost Tours of the Buffalo Central Terminal! Learn a little about both the fascinating history of the terminal, as well as the ghostly stories and claims of paranormal activity that will make…
Pumpkin Run 5K & Family Fun Walk
The 6th annual Pumpkin Run is a Halloween-themed 5K race and family fun walk that attracts more than 400 participants each year - many in costume! The USATF-certified course begins in the Tops/National Fuel Parking lot at Main and Spindrift in Williamsville,…
FREE Wine Tasting to benefit the East Aurora Cooperative Market
Salut is hosting a HUGE Wine Tasting to benefit and promote the East Aurora Cooperative Market. Join us to taste, and learn about, over 15 different wines. Plus find out more about the EA Co-op. A percentage of wine sales will benefit the co-op. This…
Buffalo Civil War Roundtable General Ulysses S. Grant in person
The Buffalo Civil War Roundtable is pleased to announce that General Ulysses S. Grant will be coming to Buffalo on Friday October 24, 2014 to address our members and guests on the subject of the Vicksburg campaign for the finale of our lecture series. …
Investigative Post Reports: The Buffalo Billion
Jim Heaney discusses his coverage of the Buffalo Billion, the effort by Gov. Andrew Cuomo to revive the region’s economy. Heaney’s multi-media presentation will be followed a panel discussion featuring experts on economic development and a Q&A session…