November 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Christopher Lloyd Author Talk - It's KidLit Week!
Join London native and author Christopher Lloyd for a kid-friendly author talk at the Museum! In partnership with the WNY Children's Book Expo. Free admission during event hour.
Aurora's Greatest Discovery
Please join Manya Fabiniak on Friday, Nov. 10, at 1045 Elmwood Gallery for the Arts, where she will be presenting a reading and discussion of the many facets of her novel, Aurora's Greatest Discovery. The healing power of art is central to the tale,…
Crossing Niagara- a Children's Book Event!
Kids can enjoy art making, storytelling, a book signing of Crossing Niagara, and a meet & greet with children’s author Matt Tavares. Learn about the amazing tightrope adventures of the Great Blondin at Niagara Falls! Space is limited and pre-registration…
Secrets from the Stacks - Veterans Day
A one-morning pop-up display of pictures, books, manuscripts, or other items from the Library collection that you can actually sit down with and handle. Free with Museum admission; drop in to the Research Library any time between 10 am and noon.
WNY Children's Book Expo
Meet more than 40 award-winning national and local children's book authors and illustrators who will be on hand reading from and signing their books at the 3rd Annual WNY Children's Book Expo, a free event designed to EXPLORE how books lead to endless…
Eat and Meet - A Vegan African Dinner in Buffalo
Top Vegan African Chef Nana Amma is arriving to host the first Eat and Meet dinner in Buffalo. On November 12, 2017 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at a secret location, dinner service will include an award-winning 3 course vegan Ghanaian menu. From local reservations…
Free Sunday Tours of the Castellani
The Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University will offer the last two free tours on select Sunday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. on November 12 and November 26. Each tour will focus on a current museum exhibition. No reservations are required. Visitors of…
Movement, Publics, and Borders: A Roundtable Discussion on the Politics of the “Outdoors”
In conjunction with the Wanderlust: Actions, Traces, Journeys, 1967-2017 exhibition curated by Rachel Adams (on view: September 7 – December 31, 2017), UB Art Galleries is hosting “Movement, Publics, and Borders: A Roundtable Discussion on the Politics…
Lehrer Dance and Buffalo Chamber Players Present Obsession
Lehrer Dance and Buffalo Chamber Players are back together…this time at the Burchfield Penney Art Center! After their hugely successful collaboration at the Albright Knox Art Gallery in May, LD and BCP will create another original and breathtaking performance…
The Roycroft Campus Presents: The Arts & Craftsmen Guild
The Roycroft Campus is pleased to welcome back the Arts & Craftsmen Guild to The Neil and Barbara Chur Family Gallery for an art exhibit opening on November 17th featuring the work of select juried artists. This is the 2nd Annual exhibition to be held…
Wine Festival at the Broadway Market
Fall Wine Festival featuring wines from the Lake Erie Wine Country and the Niagara Escarpment. Free and open to the public. Music both days: 11/17/17 Jazzbirds, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm; November 18, 2017 Carol McLaughlin Quartet, noon – 3:00 pm. Specialty…
LehrerDance and Buffalo Chamber Players present Obsession
Lehrer Dance and Buffalo Chamber Players are back together…this time at the Burchfield Penney Art Center for two performances - on Friday, November 17 (8pm) and Saturday, November 18 (2pm). After their hugely successful collaboration at the Albright…
Amherst Fall Craft Show
Join the Amherst MS/HS PTSA for our Fall Craft Show. With close to 50 vendors, it's a great way to get a head start on your holiday shopping. Admission is FREE. Food and beverage will be available with all proceeds benefiting the Amherst MS/HS PTSA.…
Jesse Williams at UB
Jesse WilliamsActor & ActivistUndergraduate Student Choice SpeakerLECTURE SPONSOR:- Undergraduate Student AssociationThis event is part of the 31st Annual UB Distinguished Speakers Series. All programs start at 7:30 p.m. in the Alumni Arena.
Buffalo Never Fails: The Queen City and World War I
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of America’s entry into World War I (WWI) in 1917, Buffalo Never Fails: The Queen City and World War I looks back to a critical time in our nation’s history, emphasizing Buffalo’s role in the war and the related consequences.…
Buffalo Museum of Science Camera Club
Arcangel Gallery Exhibit - 10am-5pm - Included with Botanical Garden admission - $11 adults, $10 seniors (62+), $9 students (13+ with ID), $6 Kids 3-12, members and kids 2 and under are free! The Art of Elegance in Photography - These fine art photographs…
Buffalo Arts Studio Resident Artist Exhibit & Sale
Join us for the opening reception of the Annual Buffalo Arts Studio Resident Artist Exhibit and Sale. More than 100 works of art by 32 BAS Resident Artists will fill both galleries as well as the community space and gift shop for this special event.…
Masterworks and Artful Gifts
Masterworks - A curated exhibition of Extraordinary Works by Western New York Artists / Artful Gifts - Framed and Unframed works, perfect for giving or adding to your own collection - ready to be taken right off of the gallery walls. Opening Reception…
Wegmans Family Days: Harvest Time
Have fun with your food in the Wegmans Family Garden and at stations throughout the Botanical Gardens between 10am and 2pm. See the schedule below for our upcoming themed offerings. While activities are best aligned for children ages 5-12, caregivers…
digiPlaySpace
Produced by TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival), digiPlaySpace is an interactive playground for kids and grown-ups alike where they can explore new media technologies, learning-centric games and hands-on installations. Guests will engage with…