July 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Intermediate Watercolor Classes: Monday Mornings
Taught by Joan Saba, professional artist and teacher, these classes fill quickly; pre-registration (series or per class) is required as space is limited. See our website for the syllabus and suggested supplies. Go to www.buffalogardens.com for more information. …
ASA 101 Sail Class: June 29-July 1
You will be able to sail a boat of about 20 feet in length in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar waters without supervision. A preparatory standard with no auxiliary power or navigation skills required. Summary of Student Standard –…
Beginner Chess Workshops
Chess workshops for beginners on Mondays and Wednesdays at Aloma D. Johnson Charter School. Sessions will run from July 2nd until August 17th. Bring a Staunton-style chess set and board. To register, call Ms. Penny at ADJ Charter School: (716) 856-4390…
IN Balance Summer Yoga Series
Establishing a yoga practice is a powerful way to reduce sleep issues.* Yoga helps to soothe the parasympathetic nervous system through a combination of relaxation, breathing, physical postures, and meditation. When our parasympathetic nervous system…
Junior Sail Camp Week 3: July 9-13
Sail Buffalo' Jr. Sail Camp is open to children and teens between the ages of 7 and 18. We will take kids without any sailing experience and over the course of one summer week – Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM, and make them into a beginning…
Basic Gold Leaf Illumination
Explore a basic history of the art of illumination at the Historic Roycroft Campus. Students choose from a provided outline to learn basic watercolor painting skills, along with the technique of applying gold leaf. No prior experience is required, a…
Interactive writing experience for kids is coming to Canalside
Share Your Story: An Interactive Writing Experience for Kids featuring several local authors, will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, July 13, at Canalside. This authors-making-authors, interactive journey will take place on the boardwalk and…
Basic Metal Bowl
This workshop is an introduction to the art of metalsmithing, one of the many media used by Roycroft artists both past and present. Students will learn a variety of metalsmithing techniques to create a 6-inch brass or copper bowl. This is the perfect…
Coptic Stitching | A workshop at WNYBAC
In this workshop, participants will learn how to cover boards with decorative paper or book fabric, and assemble a blank journal using the exposed-spine sewing technique known as the Coptic Stitch. Coptic bindings are characterized by one or more sections…
Just Buffalo Writing Center Summer Camp
Calling all teen poets/novelists, comic artists, songwriters, and word-weavers! Just Buffalo Writing Center is thrilled to invite you to join us for an imaginative creative writing summer camp. Led by an exceptional team of teaching artists, you’ll spend…
Junior Sail Camp: July 16 - 20
Sail Buffalo's Jr. Sail Camp is open to children and teens between the ages of 7 and 18. We will take kids without any sailing experience and over the course of one summer week – Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM, and make them into a beginning…
Beginner's Chess Workshop
All ages welcome. Free of charge with your library card! Topics covered will be: how to set up the chess board; how the various pieces move; the opening game. Bring a Staunton-style chess set and board. Advance registration is greatly appreciated.…
Braided Bookbindings with Debra Eck
Use weaving and braiding to create beautifully stitched handmade books! In this class we will sew models on decorative paper covers, but all the designs can also be sewn on other substrates including on a leather spine or with board covers. These bindings…
Junior Sail Camp: July 23-27
Sail Buffalo's Jr. Sail Camp is open to children and teens between the ages of 7 and 18. We will take kids without any sailing experience and over the course of one summer week – Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM, and make them into a beginning…
Parent Member Training
PARENT MEMBER TRAINING 7/25 July 25 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm YOU WILL LEARN The role and requirements of a Parent Member and the special education process Strategies to become an effective Parent Member during a CSE Meeting. Parent Network of WNYTraining…
"Water Wonders" with author Dave Bauer
Dave Bauer, author of “What’s Under that Rock, Papa?” will be hosting the second session in his 3-part Backyard Nature Play series on Wednesday, 7/25, from 10:00-11:30am. This event, “Water Wonders,” will be held in Glen Park. After a book reading, there…
Islamic Bookbinding with Debra Eck
Islamic bindings differ from Western style bindings in that their primary function is to protect the documents. Because of this the sewing is designed to fail to protect the precious pages inside, while the binding is often box like, to contain any loose…
ASA 101 Sail Class: July 27-29
You will be able to sail a boat of about 20 feet in length in light to moderate winds and sea conditions in familiar waters without supervision. A preparatory standard with no auxiliary power or navigation skills required. Summary of Student Standard –…
Downsizing seminar for seniors
Members of The Olear Team at MJ Peterson will offer a free seminar for seniors titled “Downsize and Remain Sane During the Process” from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 28. The event will take place at St. Francis Park, 5229 South Park Ave., Hamburg,…
Handmade Box Workshop | WNYBAC
This workshop focuses on the fundamentals of box making. Learn the basics of design and construction, how to plan coverings, and how to accurately measure and cut components by hand. All materials included. Instructed by Dave Huurman.