April 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Kid's Spa Parties!
April Special! A chance to give the kids a very special occasion they will always remember. Spa With Me Kid's Spa Parties are for little peanuts, tweens and teens. Two hours of fun for 4 kids for only $150! $33 for each additional guest and each guest…
On the Edge of Violence and Nonviolence: The Challenging Words of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
All three of the Abrahamic religions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—have followers who have cited their sacred texts to justify both horrific acts of violence and heroic efforts for peace. How is it possible that people can come to such opposite conclusions…
GiveBack Day 2017
Giveback Day is a Day that Reeds Jenss and Embrace The Difference® give back to the community. We are throwing a party including a Free catered lunch, by Franks Gourmet Hotdogs. Lots of free raffle prizes, a live painting demonstration by Colleen Darby…
Bagels & Brooze
Bagels & Brooze is a weekly brunch collaboration between Hydraulic Hearth and West Side co-op bakery BreadHive with bagel sandwiches, a full bar and live music. BreadHive offers brunch-specific specialties like lox and vegan banh mi, as well as an a…
Annual Ice Show: "Gliding Stars Skates Through the Library"
The Gliding Stars' 13th Annual Ice Show will welcome back local celebrity emcees, Dan Neaverth and Kevin O'Neill, as well as our very special guest, former competitive ice dancer and choreographer, Carly Donowick!Tickets: $8 in advance / $10 at the door…
Springtime in the Country Expands with New Spring Market
Shoppers connect with Artisans at 23rd Annual Springtime in the Country Hamburg, N.Y. – Celebrating 23 years of fine art and artisans, Springtime in the Country returns to the Event Center at the Hamburg Fairgrounds, Friday March 31st – April 2nd. The…
Strike Out Poverty
On April 1st from 3-5 pm, Fe y Esperanza, a Medina, NY-based non-profit, is hosting Strike Out Poverty at Tonawanda Lanes to benefit the abandoned and abused children of Centro Victoria, our shelter in Juarez, Mexico. 100% of the event's proceeds will…
Fact or Fiction April Fools Tour
How well do you think you know Buffalo’s history? Come find out! April Fool’s Day is the only time you will hear Explore Buffalo docents give a tour that's only half true! As we walk through downtown on this happy hour tour, we will keep you guessing…
Buffalo Wine Festival
Buffalo's most exciting wine tasting, food and shopping festival. Join us for an amazing tasting experience. LIMITED TICKETS WILL BE SOLD, SESSIONS WILL SELL OUT! Every ticket holder gets a keepsake wine glass, 2017 wine tote, sampling from all the wineries…
Pushing Past Paladino: A School Board That Works
The specific goal of this forum is to highlight the progressive actions taken by our Superintendent and our school board, in spite of the distracting and offensive actions of Mr. Paladino. Following a discussion of those actions, Lorna C. Hill, facilitator,…
Edible Book Festival
The international Edible Book Festival is a family-friendly event that takes place on or around April Fool’s Day (April 1st) throughout the world. This event invites participants to create edible books that are exhibited, documented, and then consumed.…
Rapids Volunteer Fire Company Spring Pancake Breakfast
Rapids Vol Fire Co Spring Pancake Breakfast7195 Plank RdLockport, NY 14094 Spring Pancake Breakfast featuring pancakes, homemade sausage, fresh potatoes, scrambled eggs, juice, coffee and tea. Adults $8, children $4 and under 5 years old free. Doors…
April Dollars Bring May Flowers
Japanese food, friends, live music and a silent auction. Catering by Sato Restaurant. Tickets: $30 until March 30, $40 in April Purchase Tickets online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/april-dollars-bring-may-flowersa-cherry-blossom-fundraiser-tickets-32613820816…
The Au-some Basket Raffle
Baskets, door prizes, 50/50, entertainment and food. Games and face painting for the kids. Fun for everyone! Admission is $10 which includes 24 basket tickets and a door prize entry. Children under 12 are free. Pre-sale tickets are available by emailing…
Babel@Betty's: Dave Eggers
Join The Park School of Buffalo's Charles Hartney as he leads a discussion of Dave Egger's "A Hologram for the King" in preparation for his visit to Buffalo on April 20th. Charles Hartney is an English teacher at The Park School of Buffalo, where he…
Buffalo Pub Run
Fleet Feet Sports is teaming up with Buffalo Iron Works to bring you the first pub run of the year! Join us for a 2 or 4 mile run/walk, followed by drink specials and socialization.
2nd Annual Career Fair at Hamburg Fairgrounds!
Come meet over 55 businesses looking for employees and get help with your resume and interview details. Located in the lower grandstand building at the Hamburg Fairgrounds we are hosting the Career Fair over two days. Free to the public to attend! Free…
2nd Annual HCC Career Fair
Come meet over 55 businesses looking for employees and get free professional assistance with your resume and interview skills. Located in the lower grandstand building at the Hamburg Fairgrounds we are hosting the Career Fair over two days. Free to the…
Bucket List Bash
An evening filled with once-in-a-lifetime experiences benefiting Unyts, WNY's only organ, eye, tissue & community blood center. Tickets: Regular Ticket: $35 per person VIP Ticket: $60 per person includes private area with bar, food and psychic for one…
Housing Fair
The Amherst Center for Senior Services presents their 3rd Annual Housing Fair on Saturday, April 8, 2017 from 9:00 AM—12:00 Noon. Come & learn more about: ● senior housing & adult living options ● aging in place services ● legal & financial issues…