September 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Collectors' Expo
Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame wide receiver Andre Reed, a well-known antiques appraiser and many other special attractions will highlight the very first Collectors’ Expo to take place in the historic Buffalo Irish Center, located at 245 Abbott Road in South…
Opening Reception for Wanderlust: Actions, Traces, Journeys 1967-2017
In addition to the opening, you can participate in Carmen Papalia's latest Blind Field Shuttle walk around University Heights, starting at 1pm. Wear comfortable shoes! Wanderlust: Actions, Traces, Journeys 1967-2017 highlights the creative process of…
Arts on Ridge
The Arts on Ridge festival will celebrate its third year of highlighting art, local businesses, and community pride in Lackawanna. Managed by the Lackawanna Chamber of Commerce and organized by a group of community stakeholders, Arts on Ridge continues…
Annual Diversity Cruise 2017
By WNY Muslims, for more information or purchase of tickets please call 716-923-4386 !!!
Beyond Boundaries: Dare to be Diverse Film and Discussion Series – Dalya’s Other Country
“It’s the feminist Muslim documentary we need.” -- Nicole Einbinder, Bustle Dalya's Other Country tells the nuanced story of members of a family displaced by the Syrian conflict who are remaking themselves after the parents separate. Effervescent teen…
#AdultFieldTrip
Back again for another year! A three-part series between the Teddy Roosevelt Inaugural site and Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village. Weird, wacky, and wonderful; the things we couldn’t show you on your 4th grade field trip. Enjoy an evening of exploration…
The Roycroft Campus presents: Wunderkammer
A Wunderkammer, or ‘Cabinet of Curiosities,’ began in 16th century Europe as repositories of the natural wonders of the world. Actual specimens could be difficult to obtain, so an engraving or etching of a specimen was as good as the physical object,…
Book Release: "A Closer Look at the Guaranty Building - Louis H. Sullivan's Masterpiece
This book encompasses Sullivan's career, his artistic development, sources, and his system of ornament. His formula of ‘form follows function’ and how the use of terra cotta brought the steel frame to life are explained. Thirty-two pen & ink drawings of…
'Painting Under the Influence' Art Exhibition weekly Artist Talks
Painting Under The Influence, an Art Exhibition at River Art Gallery & Gifts at 83 Webster Street in North Tonawanda, features a large grouping of artists joining together in celebration of their creative journeys. It opens on September 2nd and runs…
Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games
Immerse yourself in the wonders and pageantry of Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. The weekend of family-friendly fun includes Celtic music, dancers, athletics, clans, living historians, vendors, food, children’s activities and much more! Everyone is invited…
Quaker Arts Festival
More than 300 Artisans and Craftsmen - fine arts, graphics, photography, sculpture, candles, decprative painting, mixed media, packaged speciality food, jewlery, metal, pottery, ceramics, woodworking and more! FOOD TRUCKS - FOOD STANDS - SOMETHING FOR…
Walk and Talk with Teri Rueb at Times Beach
Join us and artist Teri Rueb on Sunday at noon to learn more about her sound walk "Times Beach." Make sure to download the app before you come, wear comfortable shoes and BRING HEADPHONES! Part of "Wanderlust: Actions, Traces, Journeys 1967-2017," this…
Celebrating John Coltrane
In celebration of John Coltrane’s 91st birthday, the Burchfield Penney in collaboration with the Pappy Martin Legacy Jazz Society (PMLJS)is holding a three-day festival of special performances, screenings and conversations. The line-up includes: Thursday,…
Discover India - An Evening Of Dance, Theater, Martial Arts & Live Music
Discover India brings the experience to you. Immerse yourself in a celebration of culture: theatre, music, dance, sight, sound, taste, international artists from around the globe: See unity in diversity, feel the heart of India.The longest running Indian…
Erie Canal Bicentennial “Heartland Passage Tour”
Party like it's 1817! For one night only, you are invited to a unique celebration of the Erie Canal’s Bicentennial featuring live music from Jay Ungar, Molly Mason and others along with a screening of BOOM AND BUST: AMERICA’S JOURNEY ON THE ERIE CANAL.…
Tesla Festival
A multi-disciplinary art party to celebrate the life and legacy of Nikola Tesla in WNY and Buffalo as the world's first "Electric City." Join the Electric Circus for a Victorian-inspired night of creativity and innovation with Buffalo-Niagara Tesla Festival! Buffalo…
Opening "The Villa Connection:" Current/Former Art Faculty from the Gerald Mead Collection”
This exhibition selected from the extensive collection of Gerald Mead, a noted Buffalo artist and educator, consists of artworks in all media by artists affiliated with Villa Maria College as art faculty or advisors since 1975. Artists featured in the…
Gala at the Gardens
Enjoy an evening of gratitude and friendship surrounded by the beauty of the Botanical Gardens. Silent and live auction, raffles, mission moment and more! Dinner by Oliver’s and a live auction by Cash Realty and Auctions. Co-Chairs: Diane Chrisman…
Secrets from the Stacks- Electricity
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 Library any time between 10:00am and Noon.
Lincoln Meet and Greet
Join the Buffalo Association for a Presidential Center for a Lincoln meet and greet. Learn about Lincoln's relationship to Buffalo. Free.