May 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Ernest Hemingway: A Wounded Man, a Lost Generation, the Modernist Era
As the First World War raged in Europe, Ernest Hemingway became an ambulance driver in Italy for the Red Cross. After being wounded and a period of recuperation, he became a foreign correspondent, which profoundly impacted his literary style. He moved…
Healthy Options Cooking Class with Chef Stephen
Love good food? Join us for a healthy cooking class! The Independent Health Foundation’s Healthy Options program has partnered with local businesses – D'Avolio to provide you with a fun, educational experience. Work closely with a professional chef –…
Food & Wine Tasting
A Food & Wine Tasting is being held to benefit the Sisters of St. Francis on Tuesday, May 8, from 5:00 – 7:00pmat St. Mary of the Angels, 201 Reist Street in Williamsville. Enjoy fine wine, gourmet food, silent & live auctions, a “Wine Pull” and the…
SciNight Series: Gardening for Life
Invite wildlife to your backyard by cultivating life through native plantings, compost and natural practices. Learn how with hands-on activities and free seedlings! Advance registration required by May 7.Cost: $12 per participant. BMS Members save 10%Ages:…
Jams and Jellies Class
Remember when you were young and your grandmother or mom made a batch of jam. You would grab a slice of bread and pile the fresh made jelly on to it. Yum…. It was so good. Wouldn’t you like to have that again or have your kids experience the same natural…
Old Fashioned Penny Sale
Admission is $2.00; additional sheets of tickets are $1.00, refreshments available for sale!! Drawing at 7:00pm sharp! At St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church 1395 George Urban Blvd. Cheektowaga, NY 14225 (Behind Walgreens on George Urban and Dick)
Their Great Adventure Series with Susan Eck
May 9 | WNY Aviators in WWI In a class by themselves, early WNY volunteers for aviation served primarily with the French in the Lafayette Escadrille. Learn how Buffalo’s Aero Club and the Curtiss Aeroplane Company helped move WNY into the forefront of…
Housing in Black and White: Community Conversations on Racial Equity
WBFO will host a Facebook Live event at 7 pm Wednesday, May 9, on housing and the legacy of discriminatory policies in Buffalo and cities across the United States. “Housing in Black and White” is part of the station’s “Community Conversations on Racial…
Lavell Crawford
Funnyman Lavell Crawford is quickly climbing the comedic ranks and becoming one of the hottest stars in the biz today. His one-hour stand-up special, "Can A Brother Get Some Love?" premiered on Comedy Central in 2011. Filmed in his hometown of St. Louis,…
Health Seminars
Green Armour Technologies of WNY, located in Snyder, and Akron-based Fresh Air Clean Water will offer two free 360 Degree Health & Wellness Seminars from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. Thursday, May 10 and Friday, May 18, in the Hampton Inn and Suites Buffalo Airport,…
The Rain Dogs Project
*New Performance Location*44 17th West Street, Buffalo NY 14213-----------Tom Waits has been painting an Americana landscape with his music over the past three decades. Much of his lyrics weave fictional individuals through nonfictional settings in the…
My Heart My Anchor with Overgrow, Darth Nater, & Milo Duhn
FTMP Events presents:My Heart, My Anchorw/ Overgrow, Darth Nater, & Milo DuhnThursday, May 10th$7 Cover // All AgesDoors open at 7:00 pmat: Rudeboyz Artworks527 W Utica StBuffalo, NY 14213/ Keep updated on all the upcoming FTMP EventsWebsite: www.FTMPEvents.comwww.Facebook.com/FTMPEventswww.Twitter.com/FTMPEvents/…
Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
Literature’s most famous detective, the inimitable Sherlock Holmes comes to life in KEN LUDWIG'S BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY, a fast-paced comedy full of humor. Watch as our intrepid investigators try to escape a dizzying web of clues, silly…
Science After Hours: Rock, Paper, Scissors!
Rock, paper, scissors just got fun again! Explore the Museum and participate in a rock, paper, scissors tournament challenge! Plus, see unusual highlights from the Museum's collections of sharp things, try your hand at making paper, and see what rock…
Party@The Beech
Grab your flip flops, don your favorite Hawaiian shirt and join the Beechwood/Blocher Foundation Auxiliary Board for the sixth annual Party at the Beech on Thursday, May 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Beechwood Homes, 2235 Millersport Highway in Getzville. …
Lonestar Sailing, The Big Lonesome and Brendan and the Strangest Ways
Thursday, May 10th Lonestar Sailing, The Big Lonesome and Brendan and the Strangest Ways live in The 9th Ward Tickets: $10.00 at Ticketfly.com, Babeville Box Office (M-F 11a-5p), or charge by phone at 877.987.6487 7pm Doors 8pm Show Lonestar Sailing…
Marbin
MARBIN is a progressive jazz-rock band based in Chicago, IL, with a unique story that stands out in today’s music world. With a do-it-yourself approach, Marbin started touring extensively in 2011, bringing their original instrumental music to every part…
Health seminar - free indoor air quality test kit
Two Western New York companies specializing in air and water purification systems for residential and commercial use, green laundry products and nutraceuticals for a healthier lifestyle are teaming up to offer a free 360 Degree Health & Wellness Seminar…
The Breezeway
FTMP Events presents:The BreezeWay w/ The Sofa Kingz, Among The Wolves, Scathed, Unrest Within, & Unite the PeopleThursday, May 10th$8 Cover18+ (ID Required) - No ID/No EntryDoors open at 6:00 pmat: Stamps... the bar98 Main StreetTonawanda, NY/ Keep…
Chris Trapper w/ Mary Scholz
Chris Trapper Always a Babeville favorite, Chris Trapper began his career as the front man for late–90’s alternative rock band THE PUSH STARS (Capitol Records). With four CD releases and several high profile national tours – including a run with Matchbox…