April 2016
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
The Wizard Of Oz
This new production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage. Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscar®-winning movie score,…
The Free Ireland Perspective on the Fenian Invasion
Join us as the Museum hosts two events commemorating the Fenian Invasion. (The invasion itself took place from June 1 to 3, 1866.) A panel discussion led by co-moderators: Douglas Kohler, Erie County Historian and Edward Patton. Panel members are:…
John Brown's Body
Together for two decades and hailed as “Future roots, reggae, and dub with an intricately balanced weaving of vocals, percussion, keyboard, bass, guitar, and stunning 3-piece horn section that ties it all together” (WRUV), John Brown’s Body (JBB) is…
Genealogy 101
Interested in reconstructing your family tree? If you’ve never done any genealogy research you’re probably wondering where to start. Join us in Forest Lawn’s Margaret L. Wendt Archive and Resource Center for this free seminar - Genealogy 101 - and…
Masters of Improv Comedy Show!
Wednesday night is Comedy Night! Defiant Monkey Improv hits the stage Wednesday, April 6th, 7 PM at the Kenan Center Taylor Theater. Over an hour of live comedy improv presented by Karen & Andy - Masters of Improv! Using suggestions and volunteers from…
Country Night at Armor Inn Tap Room: Scott and The Band
Country Night every Wednesday starting at 6:30pm with a Free Line Dancing Lesson Live Music starts at 7:30pm $2.75 Coors Light & Miller Lite $9.99 Country Night Platter (1/4 Chicken, 1/4 Rib with 2 sides) Line up on our website at armorinn.com or on…
Avenue Q
CJ Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band
A night of blazing zydeco by the legendary CJ Chenier & The Red Hot Lousisiana Band to benefit Arts Services Initiative of WNY on Thursday, April 7. Not only is this band hot, they are working with the students in the area, too. Tickets are just $15!…
The Convalescence, So This Is Suffering, & Saint Ridley
For The Music Productions presents:The Convalescence, So This Is Suffering, & Saint Ridleyw/ Optic Oppression, Mass Casualty, Lucid Serenity, & Vertigo FreewayThursday, April 7thDoors at 5:00 pm$10 presale, $13 at the doorAges 18+ (ID Required / Strictly…
Avenue Q.
AVENUE Q is Broadway's smash-hit, 2004 Tony Award winner for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. MusicalFare Theatre’s 2012 production was both a box office and critical smash with record-breaking ticket sales and glowing reviews. Now, MusicalFare's…
Expanding Options at the End of Life
Expanding Options at the End of Life: An update on the campaign to change the law to allow for medical aid in dying in New York State Members of the Buffalo community will gather to hear about the campaign to expand end of life options in New York. (light…
Dinner & Blues at the Armor Inn: 12 Pack Jack & Lynne Fredericks
Live blues music hosted by Anita West of 97ROCK
Help WNY Female Veterans
A benefit for the Women Veterans Program at the V.A. Hospital. FREE food and entertainment, but donations will be gratefully accepted prior to and during this event. All funds raised will assist female veterans in the hospital or recuperating at home…
Date Night in Italy
Take a trip to Italy with Chef Krista VanWagner as your culinary guide! Chef Krista will teach you her trick to making perfectly thin Crepes that she will roll into a savory Manicotti dish. Learn how to make Fish Stew Cioppino, and end the evening by…
Shop For Runway at renew bath and body
Please join us April 8th from 6pm - 8pm and help support the talented Buff State Fashion students that make the amazing Runway fashion show happen. 20% of all sales will be donated by renew to help cover the cost of the event. DJ, shopping, drinks, snacks…
Thawfest
Celebrate the Thawing of winter at a springtime beer, wine, distillery and music festival - Buffalo’s first annual Thawfest.More than 20 local breweries, distilleries and vineyards will be on hand with samples. For just $39 you get to try all of the…
Beers & Wines of the World
Enjoy wines and foods from around the globe, plus local craft beers from Community Beer Works and Flying Bison. Participating restaurants include Bing’s, The Foundry, The Left Bank, May Jen, Oliver’s, Osteria 166, Templeton Landing, and Woods on Bear…
CanAm Photo Expo
A great opportunity to LEARN and IMPROVE your Photography skills. "Imagery to ARTISTRY" is the theme for the 2016 Can Am Photo Expo. Check out the Speaker list & Classes: http://canamphotoexpo.com Well known speakers such as Matt Kloskowski will be…
Rod Man
Rod Man got his first taste of the stand-up life through performing at open mic night's at Atlanta's Uptown Comedy Club. Since those early days, Rod Man has gone on to win Season 8 of NBC's "Last Comic Standing" and star in such films as "Funny People"…
Buffalo Sabres vs. Columbus Blue Jackets
NHL Hockey