December 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Queen City Pop Up #ShopSmall
Stop into to Queen City Pop Up for our special Friends and Family Event. Find great holiday gifts as well as special sales, promotions and giveaways from our featured reatilers FilmXposed - Jeannine Swallow; Whimsy Confections; Popcorn kernel; The Silver…
The Night Before Christmas
Continuing the LOH tradition of interactive family holiday shows, we present this heartwarming hit. Set in Christmastown on a very special Christmas Eve, The Night Before Christmas tells the story of a brother and sister who get caught up in a fun-filled…
M&T Bank’s Holiday Music Under the Dome Series: Iroquois High School Concert Choirs
For M&T Bank’s Holiday Music Under the Dome Series, the Iroquois High School Concert Choirs will perform holiday classics on Dec. 16 at noon at M&T’s One Fountain Plaza Branch in downtown Buffalo. The event is free and open to the public.
Hip Hop Greats---Taiyamo Denku and Rambunxious
Taiyamo Denku - 5 years ago Denku was a solo artist from Milwaukee, Wisconsin with no direction just doing something he loves. Recreating his idea of the Golden Era of Hip Hop. Now he pushing the collective and brand CyphaDenMusic. Dubbed the collab…
Cory Henry of Snarky Puppy & Roosevelt Collier
You might know Cory Henry as an in-demand, multi-instrumentalist and producer who’s worked with an array of musical legends across genres, including Yolanda Adams, Sara Bareilles, P. Diddy, Kirk Franklin, Kenny Garrett, Robert Glasper, Derrick Hodge,…
enWrap
Inspired by both the natural and built environment of the region, Alicia Marván Atelier presents it’s first collection designed specifically for Buffalo, NY. The collection reflects the textures, colors and forms of Buffalo’s unique architectural and…
M&T Third Friday
Highlighting the finale of our Quilts: Techniques and Styles exhibit, join Ann R. Emo, Chair and Associate Professor of Theater at SUNY Buffalo State. Ann will talk about how we can take inspiration from objects to inform design and artistry, using a…
Peach Mag Presents: Benefit Reading for Journey's End
Peach Mag is participating in the International Day of Poetry Benefit Shows with a benefit reading in support of Journey's End. Journey's End is a homegrown organization with the mission of welcoming refugees to Western New York and assisting them in…
M&T Third Friday: Quilts
Highlighting the finale of our Quilts: Techniques and Styles exhibit, join Ann R. Emo, Chair and Associate Professor of Theater at SUNY Buffalo State. Ann will talk about how we can take inspiration from objects to inform design and artistry, using a…
John Morris Russell's Holiday Pops
Don’t miss Mr. Christmas as the BPO’s Principal Pops Conductor brings his signature style to Western New York’s #1 Holiday tradition. Ring in the holidays with hand bells, jingle bells, Silver Bells, Carol of the Bells, Sleigh Ride, The Polar Express…
It's A Wonderful Laugh
The best stand-up comedy in the area! Hosted by Zach Dietsch Featuring Spencer Carr Dre West Sean Marciniak Nora Hurley Jon Garbin Maddy Smith Bruce Wilson Chris Plumer
Last Minute Panic Holiday Marketplace
More than 40 vendors on BOTH floors of the Book Arts Center! Purchase unique, quality handmade goods from housewares, knitwear, and jewelry to hand-printed greeting cards & posters. You will be sure to find loads of thoughtful last minute gifts perfect…
Rick Springfield – Stripped Down 2016 Tour
Get up close and personal with the man and his music and the stories behind the songs! A special intimate, solo performances with interactive multimedia and storytelling A Q&A session will happen immediately after the show moderated by Star 102.5. Over…
Christmas Storytime
Join us for this month's "Christmas" themed Storytime! Storytime in the Village is a free community event for young children (infant - 2nd grade) to read, learn and play together! Each storytime includes singing, interactive book reading and fun activities!…
Electric Watermelon w/ The Lady or the Tiger & The Meat Whistles
Ear-candy, alt-jam/indie rock/ska and more! Come party the night away with THREE incredible bands! Doors @ 8PM - UPSTAIRS21+$3 presale tickets / $5 day-off
Triple Threat
Triple Threat is a 3 girl vocal front with a back-line of bass, drums and guitar (acoustic guitar/ keyboard and percussion also added rounding out the sound as needed). We perform a wide variety of party rock, suitable for any occasion and with a dedication…
Luggage with Love of WNY Annual Fund drive
Please help us spread the word to collect GENTLY used, PREFERABLY NEW small pieces of luggage, totes, duffle bags, book bags, diaper bags, etc. Please ensure there are no tips, tears, stains, etc when donating. We will also be accepting monetary donations…
Buffalo Iron Works Holiday Party for the Misfits
It's that time again! BMM Productions is hosting a holiday party for the Bad Boys and Bad Girls of Christmas. Come as that big pouty baby who never got his or her way on Christmas day, or as that sexy elf everyone is in love with, or maybe even as that…
Elm Street Holiday Market
Celebrate the season and get your last minute shopping done! A festive, boutique holiday market featuring local vendors and artisans. This market is also during East Aurora Annual Carolcade, which makes for a fun holiday event. Participating Vendors:Peg's…
Discover the Dinosaurs UNLEASHED
Venture back to a time when the dinosaurs roamed the earth at Discover the Dinosaurs UNLEASHED. Experience up-close encounters with a lifelike Stegosaurus, Velociraptor and the king T-Rex in this walk-thru exhibit. Kids become junior paleontologists…