September 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Docent Training at The Botanical Gardens
9am-2pm, Botanical Garden Members/General Public $25 Class of 2017 - This year, the six week training program will be held on Saturdays. Are you a lover of gardening and botany? Are you looking to become involved in a rewarding volunteer experience?…
2017 Junior Sail Camp Weeks 11: August 28 – September 1
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…
2017 Junior Sail Camp Weeks 11 | August 28 – September 1
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…
Intro To Belly Dance at Oasis Dance Center
Oasis Dance Center offering Intro to Belly Dance Classes in Tonawanda NY!This class is designed for women and teens of all ages, shapes, sizes, and fitness levels! No dance experience is needed!Faaria will teach you the basic movements of Belly Dance…
Mindfulness & Meditation by the Breast Cancer Network of WNY
An Introduction to Mindfulness and Managing the Stress of a Cancer Diagnosis, presented by the Breast Cancer Network of WNY. Our bodies react to psychological stress by igniting our Stress Response System. Chronic stress causes the body harm and decreases…
Creative Space
A music industry workshop where artists, musicians, photographers/videographers, journalists and marketing/branding entrepreneurs come to obtain essential tools to further develop their careers. Our goal with the workshop is simple, “everyone leaves…
Horticulture I at The Botanical Gardens
11am-1pm, Botanical Garden Members $105/series, $20/class, General Public $135/series, $25/class Join us for an entertaining garden education with David Clark, Horticulturist & CNLP. David is fast becoming one of the country’s noted garden speakers!…
Skillet Apple Coffee Cake, It’s What’s for Dinner!
Skillet Apple Coffee Cake, Its’s What’s for Dinner! … Lunch…. Or breakfast... Caramelized fresh apples swimming over a rich golden chiffon cake. So good you won’t want to wait until dessert. Cost per participant is $55.
Kid’s “J” Mob
Kids will learn the basics of movement and free-form dance for the ultimate performance. A Kid’s Flash Mob is the opportunity to “suddenly appear in a public space, perform and quickly disperse” leaving the audience in awe! No dance experience necessary.…
JCC ROCKS
Sept. 11 - Dec. 18 Mondays Kindergarten - 2nd Grade 3:30-4:15pm class#18823 Register 3rd - 6th Grade 4:15-5:00pm class#18824 Register Full Member Gym/Community Participant $80 …
Suzuki Early Childhood Music
Children sing fun action songs and act out rhymes while learning fundamental musical concepts this general music class. Just as importantly social skills like waiting for a turn, sharing, and self-regulating emotions, as well as pre-reading skills are…
AU-SOME SWIMMERS©
Teaches swim and water safety skills to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. Sept. 13 - Dec. 20 Wednesdays 5:15-5:45 pm $216 class #18754 Wednesdays 5:45-6:15 pm $216 class #18755
Spark
30 minutes of variety fun-filled activity program to include: personal best activities, fitness, cooperative games and super sport activities. Grades: K-6 Sept. 13 - Dec. 20 Wednesdays K 3:30-4:00pm class#18827 Grade 1-2 4:00-4:30pm…
Canning and Pickling
Canning and Pickling: Preserving fall’s harvest to enjoy all year round. Learn a variety of techniques including quick pickles, fermented pickles (including sauerkraut and kimchi). Take your own pickle jar full home with you! Cost per participant 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…
Observing and Communicating Behaviors
OBSERVING AND COMMUNICATING BEHAVIORS September 18 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Do you recognize the behaviors that could be effecting your child’s development? Do you know how to document these behaviors and effectively communicate them to educational professionals?…
Western Civ Revisited: The Odyssey
Oral reading and discussion of the world's great literature. The Odyssey, Roger Fagles translation. Tuesdays 1:30-3:00pm - Sept. 19 - Nov. 21 Full Member: $18 | Gym/Community Participant: $25 For information, call Athalie Joy at 830-6900. Class #18727…
Educator Open House - Explore EXPO 2017
Sneak preview of the 3rd Annual WNY Children's Book Expo. Learn about the 40 attending authors, their book selections, KidsLit Week and school author visits. At 4:30pm Judy Bradbury, Author and Educator will explain how you can participate and register…
Sensory Processing Disorder
Sensory Processing Disorder Workshop | Developmental Disability | Erie Friday, September 22, 2017, 10 am–12 pm Does your child/student seem unsteady, uncoordinated and sensitive to sounds and touch? Is a challenging behavior a choice or a simple reaction…
Ayurvedic Equinox Retreat
Ayurveda teaches us to be mindful as the seasons change. At this juncture, we are holding on to the expansive, intense, and heating qualities of summer like a tree in fall with bright red leaves. As a tree drops those leaves and prepares for winter,…