April 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
The Foreigner
In a rural fishing Lodge, Froggy, a British demolition expert, has brought along a pathologically shy young man named Charlie who is overcome with fear at the thought of making conversation with strangers. He tells everyone that Charlie is from an exotic…
Retro Rewind All Star Jam feat. C.O.Jones, Nerds Gone Wild, Vinnie DeRosa Trio, Alyssa Gill
Boling Entertainment Proudly Presents the First Annual Retro Rewind Allstar Jam Starring some amazing entertainment, such as C.O. Jones, The Nerds Gone Wild, with special guests Vinnie Derosa Trio and introducing Toronto Own Alyssa Gill. You don’t want…
Aaron Smith/Will Raimondo Duo
Mooney's In Williamsville presents Aaron Smith and the Will Raimondo Duo! Aaron Smith is a blues/alternative solo acoustic artist born and raised in Western New York. No matter the event, Aaron is sure to leave you wanting more. Along with Aaron in this…
Olmsted-ucation Week: What the Heck is an Arboretum?
Calling all historic preservationist and tree-enthusiasts, join us for Rooted in History, Growing our Future: What the heck is an Arboretum?! — an expert panel discussion on Arboreta in the historic landscape, presented by Delaware North. Join us as…
Buffalo Quickies
The annual celebration of one-act plays features world premieres of recent finalists and one-act winners of the Maxim Mazumdar New Play Competition. A smorgasbord of tasty theatrical tidbits flavored with the spice of life! Suitable for adult audiences.…
Security
Torn Space Theater premieres a new three-day performance installation by long-time collaborators, Tim Stegner and Frank Napolski. Security runs April 27 through 29 at the resident theater of Torn Space, located at 612 Fillmore Ave. Buffalo, NY 14212.…
Dave Schiavone Quintet plays Stan Getz
One of Buffalo’s favorite jazz saxophonists, Dave Schiavone will present a concert featuring the music of saxophone legend Stan Getz. Getz first came into prominence in the 1940s as a featured soloist with Woody Herman’s big band. He is well known for…
Trinity Blooms! Auction and Gala
On Friday, April 27th, 2018 Trinity's 15th Annual Auction and Gala 'Trinity Blooms' will once again offer a bounty of wonderful gifts and items to entice bidders. Last year nearly 150 people from throughout the community enjoyed elegant hors d'oeuvres…
Chur Family Gallery Art Opening - Mary Pratt Pottery
The Roycroft Campus is hosting an opening reception for Roycroft Artisan in Clay, Mary Pratt, on Friday April 27th from 4 - 9pm in the Chur Family Gallery, located in the Roycroft Power House. Pratt draws inspiration from the natural world of her everyday…
The Phantom of the Opera
Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA makes a triumphant return to Buffalo as part of its North American Tour. This production, which retains the beloved story and thrilling score, boasts exciting…
Sharon & Bram - Family Matinee
Since 1978, Sharon Hampson and Bram Morrison have been pre-eminent in all aspects of family entertainment across North America as members of the trio “Sharon, Lois & Bram”. Together, the threesome produced more than 20 recordings, beginning with their…
Dueling Pianos and Dinner
Enjoy a fabulous dinner and a great Dueling Pianos show. Since 1999, Dueling Pianos International from Detroit Michigan, has been performing globally! DPI will bring TWO Grand Pianos to our facility for a show that you will not believe! If you've never…
Fairy Garden Make-It Take-It
A Make-It, Take-It Workshop just for kids ages 5-12! Make your own miniature garden for fairies or gnomes during this fun workshop the day of the Fairy Festival. We’ll be using found and natural materials to make the perfect hideaway during this hour…
Fairy and Gnome Festival
Celebrate spring with our mythical friends! Visitors young and young-at-heart are welcome to join us for fun activities all day long, including fairy-themed crafts and activities, a special scavenger hunt, view the Fairy House Contest entries and vote…
Fairy and Gnome House Contest
Attention scouts, classrooms, families and other groups! Build a fairy house and enter it into our contest! Registration is due by April 21. Submissions are to be dropped off to the Botanical Gardens on April 25 or April 26. All submitted houses will…
Wine Fest
Wine Fest Presented by the Niagara Wine Trail USA Join the Celebration at Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel with the Niagara Wine Trail wineries! Choose either the afternoon (12 pm-4 pm) OR evening (5 pm-9 pm) session. Must be 21+ to participate in wine taste.…
Sentimental Spring
C.C.A invites all those who are inspired by music, vocalists, art, and poetry to our showcase event “Sentimental Spring.” Art is defined as a skill acquired by experience, study, or observation according to Merriam Webster; the purpose of this event…
Nickel City Wrestling Presents April Mayhem
Nickel City Wrestling Presents April Mayhem live Saturday April 28th from the Matthew Glab Post located at 1965 Abbott rd in Lackawanna, Doors open at 5:30 & bell time is 6pm! Tickets are $15 for Front Row & $12 for General Admission. For pre-sale tickets…
The Lizards - Phish Tribute
The Lizards – Phish Tribute: “The Lizards are a PHISH tribute band. Playing songs written and/or performed by the Phinest gents from Vermont.”
Knox Art & Garden Show
More than 110 artists and vendors selling artwork, jewelry, handmade soaps, unique garden treasures, stained glass, fine pottery, wood crafts, garden planters, photography, birdfeeders, baby items, paper art, hand-beaded scarves, bird baths and more.…