October 2015
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Life and Death in a 19th Century Poorhouse: A Case from Erie County - Part 1
Explore the Erie County poorhouse discovered on UB’s South Campus with three UB researchers and professors. In Part One of this fascinating three part series, Doug Perrelli describes the finding human remains, the archaeological excavations, and their…
Artwork on the Forest Lawn Canvas Trolley Tour
What inspires individuals when designing a memeorial for a loved one? What does some of the artwork on memorials tell us about a family? On this two-hour artistic tour you will hear the interesting stories behind many of the sculptures and statues…
Author Mystery Night
Three talented mystery writers speak about their books, writing and the art of crafting a good thriller. On Thursday, October 15th, as part of Third Thursday in Larkinville, from 5:30pm to 6:45pm Sandra Block, author of the new book The Girl without…
Buffalo International Film Festival
In addition to 24 features and 38 shorts, BIFF in conjunction with Squeaky Wheel will host the first all-women filmmaker panel in the history of Buffalo’s film festivals. Guests include Rochester Film Commissioner Nora Brown, film distributor Crystal…
Buffalo Comicon
Vinyl Mania 2 Record Convention Night
3,000 sq. ft. of records, CDs, stereo equipment and music memorabilia - photographs, posters, t-shirts, magazines, books, DVDs, rarities and collectibles. The Mighty Hi-Fidelity Records will be spinning killer tunes all evening long. There will be a…
Forest Lawn's History Walking or Trolley Tour
The last chance this season to enjoy a Forest Lawn two-hour walking or trolley tour through the historic and beautifully landscaped grounds is Sunday, October 18. Only the 10:00am Trolley Tour and the 2:00pm Walking Tour are still available. Don't miss…
Sunday Brunch at Pan-American Grill & Brewery
Sunday Brunch at Pan-American Grill 11am to 3pm Bottomless mimosas from 12pm to 3pm Free Parking on Ellicott Street behind Hotel @ The Lafayette Check out the menu here
"Life and Death in a 19th Century Poorhouse: A Case from Erie County" Part 2
Rosanne Higgins, PhD will speak on the documentary evidence she collected to support the skeletal and archaeological analysis. From death certificates, to inmate ledgers and mortality records.
Niagara Wine Trail USA - Hallowine Murder Mystery
Hallowine Murder Mystery, Oct. 23-25, 2015 Hours: Friday 12pm-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm Price:$30/person advance online* or $35/person at wineries during event Price does not include tax. Advance ticket sales end at 9pm the day before the…
4th Friday: Creative Conversation 2015
How do you approach art? Or don't you? What are the barriers? How and why do creative people become a part of Buffalo's artist family. Creative Conversation '15 is a lively discussion led by artist Bruce Adams, with panelists from poets to curators to…
Babel: Claudia Rankine
Book worm alert! The author of five collections of poetry and winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award will be making an appearance at Kleinhans Music Hall. After each Buffalo BABEL event, audience members enjoy an interview-style Q&A moderated…
Seasonal Supper
An authentic farm-to-table dining experience highlighting the seasonal bounty from several local farms along with Sculpture Pop-ups! A unique urban arts experience nestled in the heart of Buffalo's West Side. Enjoy a station-style dining experience featuring…
ZUPAPALOOZA POLISH SOUP FESTIVAL
Polish Soup Festival featuring freshly prepared authentic Polish soups, Polish music, dance groups, beer/vodka, vendors, raffles
Buffalo Indie Wedding's Bridal Showcase and Marketplace
Get ready, brides and grooms! The Fall Bridal Show and Marketplace will offer a DIY Department, fashions shows throughout the day, free tote bags for all at the door, show-only pricing, vendor giveaways, tasty food & cash bar with speciality cocktails…
An Indian Comedian: How Not To Fit In Tour with Krish Mohan
When you’re born in India and immigrate to the U.S., it can be hard to find a place to fit in. Using his quirky attitude and intelligent comedy, Comedian Krish Mohan tries to find where he fits in. Krish will be making his debut tour in Northeast and…
Truck or Treat in Larkin Square
Leading up to Octobers spookiest event, Western New York’s fleet of food trucks will once more gather in Larkin Square for the 2015 finale of Food Truck Tuesday - this time, with Halloween approaching, competing in a pumpkin-carving contest and offering…
"Life and Death in a 19th Century Poorhouse: A Case from Erie County" Part 3
In the final lecture, Dr. Joyce Sirianni examines the anthropological analysis of the Erie County Poorhouse. Human skeletal remains are carefully contextualized using the wealth of archaeological and historical data. A critical analysis of the human…
Arts Abilities Conference
Teachers, teaching artists, cultural specialists, arts and cultural education program providers who are innovating in their schools and in the community are invited to come together at the Downtown Library. Western New York’s most innovative educators…
Bright Buffalo Niagara Entrepreneur Expo
Entrepreneurs rejoice! This invitation-only event will feature the most promising companies of tomorrow - showcasing local entrepreneurs and 43 North semifinalists at Buffalo's Bright Buffalo Niagara Entrepreneur Expo. With the region’s entrepreneurial…