August 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Silo City Reading Series
The final installment of the 2017 Silo City Reading Series is not to be missed! If you've yet to attend one of these poetry readings at one of the most unique locations in Buffalo, then you're missing out on an extraordinary example of why Buffalo is…
Free Homebuyer Education Workshop
Education course which covers topics such as becoming financially ready to buy a home, managing your budget, understanding credit, the process of obtaining a mortgage, shopping for a home, and managing your finances. Meets the counseling requirements…
Miyazaki Chalk Contest
Calling all artists, anime fans, and Buffalovers: Bust out your chalk and head to Hertel Avenue Saturday, August 12th to take part in the most awesome annual tribute to Hayao Miyazaki in history: the internationally renowned, 4th Annual Miyazaki Chalk…
Up on Roof Barbecue and Brews
Enjoy panoramic views of the City of Buffalo as you sip a cold brew from Community Beer Works along with some delicious BBQ from our Broadway Market vendors. Free and open to the public. Beer and food for sale. Music by Empress and the Royals.
Festival of India
Enjoy a day of celebrating the culture of India, including live musical performances, Indian cuisine, yoga and wellness sessions, henna, face painting, and more. Look for talented henna artists, wonderful jewelry, yoga, a rangoli competition, a “Journey…
The Rangeclips, Mojo Stone & The Good Neighbors
Saturday August 12th – The Rangeclips, The Serftones & The Good NeighborsDoors: 8:00pm, Show: 9:00pm – Tickets: $5.00 – Ages: 18+
Silo City: Maggie Smith, Annette Daniels Taylor, Bean Friend, Nancy Hughes & Center Dance
Just Buffalo Literary Center’s Silo City Reading series will take place on Saturday, August 12th at 7pm (100 Silo City Row, Buffalo, NY 14203). The event will feature Maggie Smith, Annette Daniels Taylor, Bean Fiend, and Nancy Hughes. This interdisciplinary…
Rosie the Riveter Tea Party
Celebrate the 72nd Anniversary of the end of World War II, the Steel Plant Museumat the Rosie the Riveter Tea Party! The Buffalo Dolls will be performing, and some real life Rosies will be there! Come celebrate our Rosies' hard work to secure our freedom.…
Splish Splash Storytime
Join us for the "Splish Splash" themed storytime as we celebrate summer fun in the sun at Garrison Park! Remember to bring a blanket to sit on during storytime, and hang out afterwards to splash around in the wading pool.Storytime in the Village is a…
Silo City Reading Series - August
This summer multidisciplinary series includes musical acts, visual art installations, and poetry, bringing together the best of Buffalo’s arts and cultural community to interact with some of the most dynamic poets from Buffalo and beyond. August 12th…
Super Saturday MONSTER JACKPOT Bingo
Bingo prizes totaling more than $6,000, Last Game $3,000, Huge basket raffle, Bell Jar, Door prizes, 50/50 Split, Grand prize drawings, dinner specials Hot dog or hamburger with 2 sides, $3. Also selling pizza, Paula's donuts, candies, snacks, drinks.…
Trius Red presents Blues at the Winery
Our 28th Annual Blues Festival Wine. Music. Friends. It's the perfect way to spend an evening in wine country! Sway to the sounds of top Canadian blues artists, including JUNO Award nominee, JW Jones with a glass of our premium VQA wines and Winery…
Taste of Lockport
The annual Taste of Lockport takes place the second Sunday of August. Presented by the Lockport Business Association with Corey McGowan ProductionsNiagara County’s ultimate summer food fair, featuring local restaurants, wineries and farms. A day in the…
Kenan Motor Exhibition: Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show
Car, truck and motorcycle show with Chiavetta’s BBQ, music, vendors, basket raffle & 50/50 split. The event also includes music, basket raffle, 50/50 split, and vendor market including Reid’s Food Truck, Krazy Kones, Kenan Arts Council’s Lemonade Stand,…
Kenny Smith, Lo Profile, Mr. Cold, Lbx, Vontae, TJ Baybee, May Be Coolin, & D-thangg
FTMP Events Presents:Kenny Smith, Lo Profile, Mr. Cold, Lbx, Vontae, TJ Baybee, May Be Coolin, & D-thangg* DJ NiTELiTE on the decksSunday, August 13th$7 General Presale, $10 Day Of Show18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00 pmTickets: http://www.purplepass.com/Stamps081317at: Stamps...…
Sound Healing Workshop - The Power of Sound - Angela Blueskies
Are you ready to take your healing practice to the next level? Have you been wanting to incorporate Sound Healing in your healing practice or in your daily spiritual practice? If so, this workshop is for you!. Join Angela Blueskies, a visionary musician,…
2017 Junior Sail Camp Week 9: Aug 14 – 18
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…
Theatre in Niagara
Come enjoy a meet and greet for niagara based theater companies, actors, and people interested in learning about upcoming seasons and acting oppuritunities. Right in our grand theater! With presentations by representatives from Theatre in the Mist, Patchwork…
Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Broadway's Under the Sea Spectacular!In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, with music by eight-time…
ADVANCED LETTERPRESS WORKSHOP
☛ ADVANCED LETTERPRESS (2 SESSION CLASS) ☚ Tuesdays, August 15th & 22nd • 6-9pm This workshop builds on the foundation of the Letterpress Basics Workshop. Students will focus on type setting, problem solving, and multi-color layout and registration.…