September 2017
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
My Old Lady by Israel Horovitz
WNY premiere of a touching comedy! A down on his luck middle aged man inherits an apartment in Paris and must live with the elderly woman that has inahbited it for decades. There, he learns friendship, falls in love, and must finally deal with the death…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
The Mighty Niagara Half Marathon
This is a truly fun & unique race. Runners will enjoy live bands at every mile and breathtaking views as they run alongside the Niagara River and through the historic villages of Lewiston and Youngstown. The race route includes views of the famous French…
Hospice Dash 5K Run/Walk
A family friendly and fun event, runners will enjoy live bands, scenic views of Lake Ontario, free t-shirts, & finisher medals. The race finishes at a huge post race party with live music by Strictly Hip, free food and drinks, awards, best-dressed Rock-star…
Katmandu: A Tribute to Bob Seger
Do you like Bob Seger's song lyrics say, if "old time rock and roll soothes your soul," and who can sing that old time rock 'n roll better than Seger? Well, Seger and his Silver Bullet Band won't be in Niagara Falls anytime soon, so we came up with the…
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…
Kevin Guest Fall Fest 5k & Fun Run
Help keep families together by celebrating together, at the family-friendly Kevin Guest Fall Fest & 5k. Join us for a festive three-mile run, walk, and fall celebration that includes seasonal beverages, delicious Oktoberfest-inspired food from Dash's,…
The Magic Beans
The Magic Beans are a band sprouted from the cultural island of Colorado that has set out to bring their unique, genre-blending music to the masses and inspire good times. In the modern age, where things are no longer quite as black and white; the Beans…
'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…
Tats Fur Cats
Fundraiser to benefit Precious Paws Rescue- Cat Adoptions - Raffle Baskets- $40 tattoos (flash art tba)- Temporary Tattoos- Live Music- Food and Drinks availableIf you can't make it on the 16th, please call us, we would love to set up an appointment…
Tour de Farms
A bicycle tour of local, urban, and rural farms, designed to celebrate and highlight sustainable transportation and our connection to the local food system. This year's ride is approximately 35 miles and bicyclists will travel from Buffalo's West Side…
Tchaikovsky's Violin: M&T Bank Classics
Renowned European violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter makes her first appearance with the BPO since 1987’s Carnegie Hall performance in a season opening for the ages! This four-time Grammy award winner has dazzled audiences all over the world since her debut…
AU-SOME SWIMMERS©
Teaches swim and water safety skills to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. https://tinyurl.com/y9ezv7jd Sept. 16 - Dec. 16 Saturdays 12:30-1:00pm $234 class# 18751
Fall Festival at the Great Pumpkin Farm
Young and old who attend the 22nd annual Great Pumpkin Farm’s Fall Festival will enjoy the thrill of the amusement rides, hayrides and corn maze. All can pick out their pumpkins, eat homemade donuts, pies, cookies and pastries, select the perfect Halloween…
Fall Festival
Kick off the fall season by spending a day in the woods! Enjoy crafts for kids, live animals, hands-on activities, food, live music by Mama Earth and more! No registration required for the 17th Annual Fall Festival, donations welcome. For more information,…
AU-SOME SWIMMERS©
Teaches swim and water safety skills to children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. https://tinyurl.com/y9ezv7jd Sept. 16 - Dec. 16 Saturdays 12:30-1:00pm $234 class# 18751
Sportsmen's Americana Music Festival
Keep Americana Music Alive in WNY – Support Local Music in our Community! Sportsmen’s Americana Music Foundation will hold its 3rd Annual Music Festival to promote Americana music and history and raise funds for the many programs we provide to foster…