April 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Haudenosaunee: Traditional Teachings, Part 2
Words of Wisdom from Onondaga: The family of the late Onondaga Clanmother Audrey Shenandoah will share teaching from their mother. Audrey was a member of the Eel Clan and was not only a mother but a Clanmother to everyone in her Clan. She was such…
Buffalo Niagara Film Festival
Join us for the 10th Anniversary of the Buffalo Niagara International Film Festival, April 13- 17! The BNFF is a filmmaker’s festival. A festival hosted by filmmakers and screenwriters for filmmakers and screenwriters…In a region that loves the arts…
Pecha Kucha Buffalo #16
On paper, the idea of getting creative minds together to share their thoughts and vision seems simple enough. Put like-minded people in a room and good things will happen. But the execution of such a simple concept is never as easy as it sounds. That’s…
An Evening with Mark Russell
Mark Russell returns to Buffalo just as the presidential election cycle is reaching a boiling point. Known for skewering Democrats and Republicans alike, Russell’s unique brand of comedy earned him the prestigious Mark Twain Award for political comedy…
Giants of Buffalo: Hospitality - Russell J. Salvatore
Mix, mingle, and celebrate Mr. Russell J. Salvatore's extraordinary contributions in the hospitality industry and community-at-large. Mr. Salvatore, one of the region's most prominent restaurateurs and generous philanthropists, will take the stage to…
Buffalo State Runway 2016 - Eco-lution
Eco-lution. Ecology plus Evolution. Runway 2016 is an exciting presentation of the Fashion and Textiles Technology Department’s senior designers, student designers, faculty and alumni. There will be two shows on Saturday, April 16: 3:00pm & 8:00pm. All…
Patriots Day Weekend Re-enactment
Commemorate the beginning of the American Revolution with musket demonstrations, military drills and ceremonies, hands-on activities for families, and a special salute to veterans. Admission: Adults: $12.00 Children (6 to 12 years old): $8.00 Children…
Broken Nightlights: A Series of Avant-Garde Artworks
TechNoir Events and Black Rock Illustrations are ready to announce our gallery of avant-garde and underground art pieces entitled Broken Nightlights, featuring a variety of local artists! It has been many years since TechNoir hosted a "dark arts" themed…
Free Week at the Albright-Knox Art Gallery
Have you been longing to slip inside the Albright-Knox for a good dose of some serious culture? If you live in Erie County, it's free this week. April 17-23 is free admission week for Erie County residents. Stop by one of the nation's most prestigious Art…
13th Annual Turkish Day
The Turkish Graduate Student Association at UB invites you to the 13th annual Turkish Day. Come and see calligraphy demonstrations and music performances. You'll have chance to wear traditional costumes and print your picture in photo booth or have your…
New! Quilts:Techniques and Styles - 2nd Rotation Opening
"Quilts : Techniques and Styles" exhibit continues with new quilts! Come see our beautiful our popular exhibit, with new quilts and textiles from TBHM collection.
UB Jazz Ensemble
Hear and enjoy the extraordinary talents of University at Buffalo student jazz musicians conducted by Professor George Caldwell. Some familiar standards and classic tunes selected for the recital: Shiny Stockings, Mr. Fone Bone, So Near, So Far, Sophisticated…
Top it Off at Turnstyle
An extensive collection of nostalgic & chic modern hats by Assiah Russell, "The Hat Whisperer" from Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This is an opportunity to find a stylish, one-of-a-kind hat that is perfect for you! Join us for an evening of fashion, fun…
Babel: Karl Ove Knausgård
KARL OVE KNAUSGÅRD has been lauded as an international literary sensation for his 6-volume epic work entitled, My Struggle. Most frequently compared to Proust, My Struggle is a memoir of hyper-realism that tackles family drama with an unflinching frankness…
The American Side World Premiere
The American Side makes it world premiere in the historic North Park Theatre! On April 22nd, the North Park Theatre is proud to host the WORLD PREMIERE of THE AMERICAN SIDE, a thrilling new noirish mystery filmed on location here in Buffalo and Niagara…
Quilt Show & Auction
Find fabulous quilts, wall hangings, and wearables, from traditional to modern, at the “Still Stitching after 40 plus years” Biennial Quilt Show. Watch demonstrations, visit vendors, and enter to win a special “Show Quilt Raffle,” designed and made just…
Fenianism and the Centennial of the Easter Uprising
A lecture by Craig Spears, in collaboration with the Fenian Society.
UB Distinguished Speaker Series Presents: Kevin Spacey
Perhaps no one in Hollywood works harder to defend the value and integrity of the arts quite like Kevin Spacey. A lifelong artist, Spacey began his acting career in Jr. High School and High School drama classes. He later attended the Juilliard School…
Forefront
A unique weekend-only exhibition of original artwork created by women artists with ties to WNY during the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, begining with a cocktail party on Thursday April 28 and ending with a brunch on Sunday, May 1, 2016! Forefront is…
Climate Change, System Change, Personal Change - Closing Reception
Climate Change, System Change, Personal Change features two interrelated exhibits focusing on struggles for climate justice and the impacts of environmental racism: Black on the Ground, White in the Air, artwork by Ashley Powell Climate Change—Realities…