October 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
U-Pick Grapes Stonehill Orchard
U-pick apples and grapes, as well as cider, honey and maple products. Open late August to early November. Call ahead - 716-337-2380 Email - awodehouse@roadrunner.com
Men Who Cook
Treat your senses in the beautifully restored Golden Ballroom at Statler City. Men Who Cook celebrates the art and science of food while raising awareness and resources for Crisis Services. Anchored by some of Buffalo’s favorite amateur chefs, supported…
Screenings for Mental Health
The Mental Health Association of Erie County, Inc. will be offering free and anonymous screenings for depression, bipolar, anxiety, and PTSD. The screening only takes a couple minutes; individuals will have the opportunity to speak with a clinician privately…
Community Volunteer Fair
Meet with more than 100 cultural institutions, government agencies and non-profit organizations that need volunteers. Whether you are an adult or senior looking to enhance your life by helping others, or a high school / college student needing to complete…
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls Holiday Job Fair
Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA in Niagara Falls, NY is partnering with the New York State Department of Labor to hold a FREE job fair to fill positions as we gear up for the busiest shopping season of the year. The job fair will connect local…
LISC Community Development Awards
The Buffalo LISC Community Development Awards are about recognizing the work of those who have made major contributions to revitalizing our neighborhoods. There will be breakfast with the awards presentation to follow. Registration for the event is…
Silo City: Grounded
At ground level, experience the monumental scale of the grain elevators constructed in Buffalo in the first half of the twentieth century, and also see how they are now being repurposed. On this guided walk around the grounds of Silo City, you will enter…
Night of Indulgence
Love your Selfie and indulge yourself in a great night of shopping, learning and relaxing entertainment. The evening will feature a variety of ladies’ favorite retailers, snacks, cash bar and a FREE gift. You could even win an escape package to Sterling…
4-H Fall Fest
The animals are back! Through partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County and 4-H, we are bringing the 4-H Farm back this fall. Enjoy seeing Ducks, sheep, rabbits, pigs, chickens, goats and more! Halloween Wegmans Family Day - October…
Ellicottville's Fall Festival
Enjoy unique foods, fine art, and an arts and craft show, carnival rides, live entertainment and beautiful fall foliage at the oldest and largest fall festival in WNY. Fall Festival is a fun, family-friendly way to kick off the autumnal fun in Ellicottville.…
Fall Fest at Canalside 2016
Enjoy a day of free fun fall activities! Check out all exciting things that will be happening:- Pumpkin Patch: 10:00am -6:00pm- Gourd Painting at The Art Cart presented by KeyBank: 10:00am - 6:00pm- Wizard Obstacle Course Bounce House: 10:00am - 6:00pm-…
Niagara Craft Spirits Tasting
We've got a great tasting featuring the guys from Niagara Craft Spirits! They'll be coming in and pouring some samples of their delicious craft spirits! Todd and Keith will be here to talk all about their process and what makes them great. Don't miss…
Dining Out For Life WNY
Make history by dining out at your favorite restaurant to fight HIV and AIDS in WNY! The 14th Annual Dining Out For Life presented by KeyBank encourages YOU to gather a friends, family, and colleagues and simply donate your appetite. 25% or more of your…
Teacher's Night Out
Not your typical ‘meet & greet’… Teachers are invited to discover the Museum's offerings: dynamic tours, tools, and “history kits” while enjoying happy hour and a chance to win fabulous prizes (not just school supplies) to show our commitment and appreciation. FREE.…
Museum of disABILITY History Fall Fundraiser and Auction
Enjoy h’ordeuvres, wine, beer and desserts, auction and an awards presentation at the Museum of disABILITY History's annual fundraiser.The Museum of disABILITY History will present its inaugural Chris Burke Award for Excellence in Disability Advocacy…
Shine A Light on Domestic Violence Awareness
Throughout the month of October, help Child & Family Services' Haven House, Erie County’s only licensed domestic violence shelter, raise awareness for domestic violence. Haven House will be lighting the Peace Bridge purple on Thursday, October 13 at…
Masters of American Architecture Tour
At the turn of the twentieth century, Buffalo was the eighth largest city in America and the city’s businesses, organizations, and citizens had the financial resources to hire the best architects and craftsmen and use the finest materials available.…
GObike Buffalo's Great Big Bike Adventure
Join us for our Great Big Bike Adventure, a Buffalo-themed scavenger hunt to benefit our community workshop at 98 Colvin Avenue! We'll be launching our family-friendly scavenger hunt from 640 Ellicott Street at 4:30 pm. You'll set out through downtown…
East Aurora Tour
Join Explore Buffalo for a walking tour of the charming Village of East Aurora to discover its rich history and many connections to the Arts & Crafts movement! Elbert Hubbard, one-time partner of John Larkin of Buffalo’s Larkin Soap Company, was one…
Beyond Ghost: October Ghost Hunts and Tours
Para-History Tours Beyond Ghosts brings back it's popular Para-History Tours to the Central Terminal! Learn a little bit of both of the fascinating history of the Central Terminal as well as the ghostly stories and claims of paranormal activity that…