June 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
City of Light Bus Tour
At the end of the nineteenth century, Buffalo was a major American city in the forefront of technological progress. It was a busy inland port and a railroad hub with heavy industry and state-of-the-art electricity – all of which brought great wealth…
Ann Moody, Kelly Evans, & Shamika Long
Who: Ann Moody, Kelly Evans, Shamika Long Where: Starlight Studio 340 Delaware Avenue Buffalo NY 14202 When: Opening Reception: Friday May 5, 2017 Time: 7-9pm On view through June 16th regular gallery hours: mon-fri 9am-4pm www.starlightstudio.org
JCC Book & Arts Fair
The JCC Book & Arts Fair is for everyone. It celebrates acclaimed, award-winning authors, musicians, poets and photographers from throughout Western New York. All JCC events include receptions, as well as book sales and signings for author events. Tickets…
'Words and Pictures' a Collaborative Exhibition by Trudy Stern and Michael Morgulis
The Western New York Book Arts Center (WNYBAC) presents Words and Pictures, a collaborative exhibition by Trudy Stern and Michael Morgulis, on view from May 19th – June 23rd, 2017. An opening reception to celebrate the exhibition will be held on Friday,…
BUFFALO PRIDE: MAY 30 - JUNE 4, 2017
The Pride Center of Western New York is proud to present Buffalo's annual Pride Week events. Our 2017 celebration will mark the festival's 26th year. Flag Raising Ceremony Tuesday, May 30 12:00- 1:00pm - Niagara Square in front of City Hall (65 Niagara…
Travel Raffle at The Botanical Gardens
Tickets - $20 - 3 Chances to WIN and only 700 will be sold! Tickets on sale June 1-September 1 Grand Prize - Dream Vacation! - A trip for two to Ireland, Mexico, or the Caribbean! You pick where AND when! All arrangements will be made for you through…
Poetry Readings from If I were More Like Myself and Photography show
Gunilla Theander Kester (Ph.D.), a native of Sweden, has published and edited six books in three genres. An accomplished guitarist she often performs and also teaches classical guitar. Shiri Kester, daughter of Gunilla, graduated summa cum laude from…
Women's Work: Hallwalls' Art Auction
Hallwalls' 2017 art auction will feature artworks by 40 women artists, both regionally and internationally acclaimed. This is a unique auction as we are focusing solely on women artists this year. Every work will be auctioned live in Asbury Hall here…
Women's Work: an art auction to benefit Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center
For forty-two years, Hallwalls has supported the creation and presentation of new work by artists of every ethnicity, age, and gender. On June 1, 2017, Hallwalls presents an art auction featuring forty internationally and regionally acclaimed women artists.…
Niagara Falls Comic Con 2017
Niagara Falls Comic Con is set to take place over three days on June 2, 3 and 4, 2017!The event takes place just steps away from the majestic Falls and will feature more than 200,000 square feet of exhibitors, comic books, movie cars, cosplay contests,…
Buffalo Greek Fest 2017 at Annunciation
Admission $2.00 (Children 12 and under admitted free) - ATM Available! (Near Bar) Free admission from 11am - 3pm on on Friday, June 2nd Highlights: Greek Cuisine, Continuous Live Greek Music, Greek Folk Dancing -- Dancers From Greece! Imported Foods,…
The Albright Weekend
Celebrating the life and times of John J. Albright. Friday, June 2, 7:00pm at the Burchfield Penney Art Center: "The Photographic Legacy of the Albright Family” featuring the work of Susan Fuller Albright and a talk by Tony Bannon and Mark Goldman.…
Botanical Artists - A Curated Exhibition
An exhibit of botanical related art curated by Donald Siuta. Artist reception on June 2, 2017 from 7:30 - 9 pm. For more info call 716-885-2251
First Friday featuring Lianna Hogan's MANIFEST exhibition
MANIFEST is a photographic exploration of movement and color. Ms. Hogan uses a variety of photographic techniques including long exposures, multiple exposures and flash. Each image uses different elements to create a physical form to the energy that…
Buffalo Zine Fair Spring '17
Sugar City and Gutter Pop Comics Presents: Free EntrySugar City & Gutter Pop Comics are proud to present BUFFALO ZINE FAIR. This event celebrates self-publishing and hand-made D.I.Y culture. PRINTED MEDIA IS NOT DEAD. Let us rebel against library closings,…
6x6x2017 International Small Artwork Phenomenon opens June 3 at RoCo
Don’t miss the opportunity to see thousands of artworks by local and international artists, including YOURS! 6x6x2017 will be the tenth year of 6x6 exhibitions. The gallery exhibition will open for preview May 29-June 2. The opening party is June 3 from…
RE-ENACTMENT Rebels & Redcoats
This family-friendly, living-history event recreates the American Revolution at Old Fort Niagara. British and American re-enactment units from all over the Northeast, Midwest and Canada converge to give visitors a glimpse of our country's fight for independence.…
Art Alive 2017
FREE Albright-Knox Grounds Join us in celebrating this year's Art Alive! At the Albright-Knox’s annual contest, participants create living representations of famous works of art for great prizes. Anyone can participate, including students, community…
Silo City Reading Series: Mathias Svalina, Aidan Ryan, Cages, Mary Helena Clark
Mathias Svalina is best known for his Dream Delivery Service. Subscribers to his service sign up for one month, Svalina wakes up, types his dreams, and then delivers them. Thus far he has delivered poems in Denver, Tucson, Marfa, Austin, Richmond, and…
Bonsai Show
by The Buffalo Bonsai Society 10am -4pm - 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! Join The Buffalo Bonsai Society for their annual Bonsai…