August 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Buffalo Beyond Flowers: Sustainability in Action bus tour
Want to see what Buffalo is doing to be ‘green’? This tour highlights seven strong environment-friendly approaches to achieving ‘green’ responsibility within the city. From the community-based rooftop garden above the historic Broadway market to a million…
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books is an exciting, book based trivia competition for kids entering grades 6 – 9. Contestants join teams at participating libraries for reading and practice during the summer. It culminates in the final Battle of the Books held on the…
14207 Day
14207 Day is a celebration of the past, present and future of the Black Rock and Riverside neighborhoods of Buffalo, New York. On August 5th, 2017, Western New York is invited to come and experience the many cultural, historic and the many new additions…
OpenData OpenHouse
A chance for residents of the City of Buffalo to learn about the City's ongoing efforts to foster an open government through the sharing of data. Local, regional, and national experts will be on hand to discuss real-life examples of how data can be used…
ChalkFest Buffalo! 2017
This FREE two-day family-friendly event takes place on the 500 block of Main Street, between Chippewa and Mohawk, in Downtown Buffalo. Come to watch top artists create chalk art in real time in reserved squares, and be prepared to let your own creativity…
Docent Training at The Botanical Gardens
9am-2pm, Botanical Garden Members/General Public $25 Class of 2017 - This year, the six week training program will be held on Saturdays. Are you a lover of gardening and botany? Are you looking to become involved in a rewarding volunteer experience?…
ILNC's Annual Fishing Derby
Join Independent Living of Niagara County for the 12th Annual Bass Fishing Derby on Sunday, August 6, 2017! Boats will be launched at 6:00am from the Old Fort Niagara boat launch, to return at noon. Awards will be given out for the largest bass and largest…
Drums Along the Waterfront - Tour of Champions
The 20th annual Drums Along the Waterfront - Tour of Champions, Western New York’s premier “music in motion” event featuring eight of the top drum corps in the world, returns to New Era Field in Orchard Park at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6. Sanctioned by Drum…
Pan-Am Walking Tour
Take a walking tour of the Pan-American grounds with one of our trained docents. See the fair in a new light. $10. Pre-registration required. A map with historic photos is included.
Ladder Match / Chester Copperpot / Dope City Kid / Humble State
FTMP Events Presents:Ladder Match, Chester Copperpot, Dope City Kid, Humble State, Trophy Shelf, & more!Sunday, August 6th$5 Cover18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00 pmat: Stamps... the bar98 Main StreetTonawanda, NY/ Keep updated on…
The Digitour: Good Times
World’s 1st social media tour & music festival! This is an ALL AGES EVENT Featuring Artists: Tyler Brown, Justin Blake, Jackson Krecioch, Bryce Hall, Mikey Barone, Sophia Kamero, Found Vegas + more! DigiTour Media LLC is the largest producer of tours…
Carly's Crossing Beach Bash
Come join us for the 15th annual Carly’s Crossing! Calling all swimmer enthusiasts: dive in for an open-water challenge to raise money for Roswell Park! You’ll have two course options to choose from: a half-mile and mile swim. Not a swimmer? Grab your…
Water Street Landing's Jazz Brunch to help benefit the Lewiston Northwest Jazz Festival
Jazz Brunch at Water Street LandingFeaturing The Jim Bohm TrioThis Sunday to help benefit the Lewiston Jazz Fest11:00 am until 2:00 pm$19.99Includes brunch & a complimentary Bloody Mary, Mimosa or Coffee, Tea or SodaReservations are encouraged at 11…
Car Wash At Waterfront Center To Fight Alzheimer's!
Waterfront Center will be hosting a car wash to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. $10 per wash. open to the public. Proceeds will go to the Centers Health Care Alzheimer's Association walk team. 2-4pm.
2017 Junior Sail Camp Week 7: Aug 7 – 11
We teach sailing.But, we also teach important life lessons.Every morning, we begin with a classroom session which goes over theory and explains what they will practice that day. Then sailors head out into the harbor and turn theory into practice. Over…
Artpark Rock Camp
Artpark's Rock Camp takes place Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm at the Mainstage Theater Attendees will form bands, write and perform original music, learn how to interpret music by others, and even gain knowledge about aspects of the music business. Rock…
Magic Tuesday with Garett Thomas
It's Magic Tuesday in the brewery on August 8th!
Summer Concert Series: Car Show & Terry Buchwald as Elvis
The GreenFields Continuing Care Community is hosting its annual Summer Concert Series, ending with a Classic Car Show and Terry Buchwald as Elvis on Wednesday, August 9. The Car Show starts at 5:30 p.m., music at 6:30 p.m.
PAPER FLOWERS WORKSHOP
✿ PAPER FLOWERS WORKSHOP ✿ Wedesday, August 9 • 6-9pm Learn the basics of making fantastic shimmery paper flowers and create gorgeous made-to-last paper flowers for your home. Each participant will be able to complete about 4-8 flowers (depending on…
Victorian Halls, In Your Memory, Pointless Pursuit, & more!
FTMP Events Presents:Live Alive Festival Series | Homecoming '17Featuring: Victorian Halls, In Your Memory, Pointless Pursuit, & more!Wednesday, August 9th, 2017Doors at 6:00 PM$8 Presale - $12 Day Of Show18+ (ID Required - No ID/No Entry)Tickets Available…