February 2021
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
WINE. CHEESE. ART. - A Virtual Tasting Series
As part of our “Midwinter Melancholia” series - join us for a delicious endeavor to alleviate the gray doldrums of January and February! Revolution Gallery Lounge presents a virtual wine and cheese tasting series with Mark Strassel of M.S. Walker (January 27th - Wines of Spain and Portugal), Eric Frick… >>
Virtual Book Launch Party: "Dear Kamala" by Peggy Brooks-Bertram
Join us via Zoom for the virtual book launch party for Dear Kamala: Women Write to the New Vice President, compiled and edited by local activist and historian Dr. Peggy Brooks-Bertram. The event will feature discussions with Dr. Bertram, readings by letter writers from around the world, and a Q&A session.… >>
ExPress Yourself Virtual Songwriting Workshop for Young Adults
EXpress Yourself - Virtual Songwriting Workshop for Young Adults January 19-February 4, 2021 7-8pm Tuesdays and Thursdays Have fun learning to write songs and make your own music! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, you have the ability to create songs that can inspire and help deal… >>
Retro Rewind: DJ w/ Dinner & Drinks
Price: Free The Lounge at Revolution Gallery welcomes you to Retro Rewind - another evening of incidental music by dj Dr. Wisz, as he spins his alt / new wave / punk / goth vinyl during our dinner hours from 6:00pm to 9:00pm this Friday, February 5th. Seating is very limited, so make a reservation to… >>
Our Famous Valentine's Flea Market
Special this month: Free appraisals of coins, stamps, political buttons and sports memorabilia by Leo Kaminsky and Hamburgh Coins. This warm & friendly antiques and collectibles market has been Western NY’s favorite for many years. Its comfortable & spacious layout makes for a safe and relaxed shopping… >>
Early Intervention: Everything you want to know
Early Intervention: Everything you want to know! February 6, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm This presentation will introduce families to the process of Early Intervention. It will also address common questions and concerns families have when considering making a referral. We will make the process less intimidating… >>
Family Night at Gardens After Dark
January 1810am-4pmIncluded with Admission and Kids 12 and under are free! Visit the Botanical Gardens while kids are off from school! Visit with some reptiles from Repco Wildlife Encounters, talk with our educators about some cool botanical specimens, go on a fun scavenger hunt inside the Botanical… >>
Down Syndrome Parents Group
Down Syndrome Parents Group February 8, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Purpose: Provide a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers of individuals with down syndrome to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. Join Zoom Meetinghttps://zoom.us/j/91473020954?pwd=bm0wYkUwOFUyVitQKzIwYlJDbHN2QT09Meeting… >>
Buy 1 Get 1 50% off Chocolate Pairings
Treat yourself and your sweetie with our indulgent Wine & Chocolate pairing. Stop in and purchase 1 pairing and you will get the second pairing 50% off! You will have the chance to sample 4 if our deliciously unique wines and 4 truffles of your choice, all perfectly paired to delight your tastebuds. … >>
Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education
Transition from Preschool to School Age Special Education February 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm During this training, guardians & family members will learn about the timeline, vocabulary and process for the transition from CPSE to CSE. CTLE credits available. info@parentnetworkwny.org 716-332-4170 … >>
The Nurtured Heart Approach, a four-week parenting series
Nurtured Heart Approach: A four-part series January 19 & 26, February 2 & 9, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA) is a language - based approach that can help you regain focus and power and rebuild the love you want in your home. NHA teaches us why our typical parenting methods… >>
EI to CPSE for Professionals
Early Intervention Program to CPSE for Professionals February 9 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Virtual meeting via Zoom During this training, professionals will learn about the timeline, vocabulary and process for the transition from Early Intervention Program to Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE). Learn… >>
UnitedHealthcare Hosting Virtual Job Fair to Fill 50 Openings in Cheektowaga
UnitedHealthcare will host a virtual job fair to fill more than 50 full-time, customer service and customer claims openings based in Cheektowaga. The virtual job fair will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 9, from Noon to 2 p.m. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the link below to learn more about… >>
BOGO Day/Night at the Botanical Gardens
Buy One, Get One (BOGO) AdmissionSponsored by: National Grid Show your love for a frontline worker, family member, co-worker, friend, date, or loved one during LOVE WEEK with Buy One, Get One! Buy one admission ticket and get one of equal or lesser value free. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED for all visitors,… >>
JAZZ AT THE TAYLOR: AN EVENING AT HOME WITH MARY RAMSEY & FRIENDS
Jazz at the Taylor is back virtually for Valentine’s Day! While our beautiful Taylor Theater may be closed due to Covid-19 restrictions, we are pleased to announce that Jazz at the Taylor will still go on! Jazz at the Taylor Presents: An Evening at Home with Mary Ramsey & Friends. Mary Ramsey has been… >>
Virtual Wine Seminar to Help Cats and Dogs
Join sommerlier Jim Curry from the comfort of your own home for a fun, engaging, & interactive virtual wine & chocolate pairing while a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Save A Pet Of Niagara County to help homeless Cats and Dogs in Erie and Niagara County. For $50.00 you will be receiving… >>
DARK and DREAMY
The Lounge at Revolution Gallery welcomes you to another evening of incidental music by DJ Dr. Wisz, as he spins songs of loss and love – perfect for Valentine’s Day – during our dinner hours from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, this Friday February 12th. Seating is very limited, so please make a reservation to… >>
Love/Sick
From the playwright of “Almost, Maine” comes a series of witty, slightly twisted accounts of quirky couples exploring the joy and pain that comes with being in love: A young woman gets a surprising message from her significant other through a singing telegram. A couple with “obsessive impulsive” falls… >>
Love Week
February 8-14Looking for something different to surprise your Valentine, a loved one, a front-line worker or a friend? The Botanical Gardens has several ideas to treat your Valentine or ways to just spread some love! Bring them to the Botanical Gardens for a tropical adventure during the day or after… >>
Family & caregiver group for parents of children with developmental disabilities
Family & Caregiver Group for Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities February 16, 2021 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Purpose: Provide a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities to meet, share experiences, ask questions and… >>
Virtual Author Talk: Willie Brown
Buffalo native and author Willie Brown will discuss his book United States Colored Troop Importance in the Civil War. Free, via Zoom. A Black History Month program.
Kari Achatz: A Conversation with Unfolding Transformations
Cut. To make an opening or incision with a sharp-edged tool. To cut is to remove from something larger. The ability to slice through and let the light in. This work is complicated. It is not quite college, photomontage or sculpture, although all of these elements can be considered within the layers… >>
Brandon Giessmann: Raw Water
There is something precious and horrifying about the way mourning unites people. Inheriting a legacy laden with grief lacks the same clarity. Expressions of remembrance become voyeuristic, feel shallow or inauthentic, and fetishize an unfamiliar pain and ignorance. History seems romantic, full of tragedies… >>
Annual CEPA Gallery Members' Show
Each year, CEPA Gallery invites its members to participate in the Annual Members’ Exhibit, on display now in the Underground Gallery. This cherished annual event features the photography and photo-related work of some of Western New York’s most talented artists. 2021 is no different. We have received… >>
Williamsville Virtual Agency Fair
Williamsville Virtual Agency Fair 02/22/2021 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM Once registered, you will receive an email from us with the Zoom login information. Come join us as local agency providers share their programs and what a day could look like for participants. Learn how programs like DayHab without walls,… >>
Skills for effective advocacy and how to prepare for meetings
Speak- Up! Skills for Effective Advocacy & How to Prepare for a Meeting February 23 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm This workshop is for parents, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities who participate in various meetings with professionals throughout a school year. The class will provide you with tips on… >>
The Year My Mother Came Back by Alice Eve Cohen
The Jewish Repertory Theatre is proud to present a filmed staged reading of The Year My Mother Came Back, by Alice Eve Cohen, available for digital download, February 4-24, 2021. This is the third selection in a series of Five Staged Readings, performed on the JRT stage and seen, through the magic of… >>
Intuitive Painting- Online Art Workshop
Intuitive Painting Workshop ONLINEFebruary 256:30-8:30pmGeneral Public $25Members $22.50 Join in the creative fun of this workshop as we let our “artistic intuition” guide us in creating beautiful artwork from our insides out! Intuitive painting is a process of painting without judgment or critique,… >>
Preparing for High School
Preparing for High School February 25 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm This workshop is designed to help parents or caregivers of children about to enter high school. Hear about changes that will take place along the way. Learn how to help your student identify his or her interests, strengths, and needs for all… >>
Basics of vocabulary instruction for families
Basics of Vocabulary Instruction for Families February 25 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Are you having trouble supporting your child with remote learning or assignments? Learn how your child is taught vocabulary so you can support them at home with remote learning or simply with assignments. This session will… >>
Buffalo Parent & Caregiver Chat Sessions
Buffalo Parent & Caregiver Chat Sessions February 11 & 25, 2021 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Buffalo Families! We are here to answer your questions and concerns on a wide range of topics including: Transitions • Meltdowns • Time Management • Technology Needs • Guidance to Resources in Buffalo • And Any Other… >>
Feed the Fish!
NEW! Feed the Fish – An Early Access Experience 9:30amMembers, Adults & Students ages 12 and up- $18.50Kids & Members ages 3-12- $14.50Kids 2 and under are freeGet up close and personal with our family of koi fish with this new and unique experience! Enjoy early access to the Botanical Gardens before… >>
Our Famous Winter Flea Market
Our Famous Winter Market St Mary of the Lake Hall, 4737 Lakeshore Road, Hamburg, NY 14075 Feb 27 2021 9am to 3pm Visitors have a happy shopping experience at Our Famous Flea Market. They discover unusual and delightful items here that are hard to find anywhere else. Its relaxing to browse in a warm… >>
Gardens After Dark: Enchanted Winter Escape
Thursdays-Sundays and Winter Break week from SchoolJanuary 21-24, 28-31February 4-6, 11-21, 25-285:30-9:00pm Adults - $13.50 Member Adult - $11.50Senior - $12.00 Member Senior - $10.00Student - $12.00 Member Student - $10.00Kids 3-12 - $7.00 Member Kids 3-12 - $7.00 * Guest passes, coupons and… >>
Watercolor I: Foundations- Online
Watercolor I – Foundations-ONLINETuesdays, WednesdaysGeneral Public - $78 per seriesGarden Members - $70.20 per series An approachable series of classes that explores watercolor painting materials and basic techniques that will help build an excellent foundation to master this inspiring and expressive… >>
Starlight Studio and Art Gallery Exhibit
Starlight Studio is a cooperative environment that supports adults with disabilities in their artistic development. Artwork by the resident artists will be on view throughout the Kenan House Gallery. Hours and virtual experiences can be found at www.kenancenter.org.
Horticulture Classes- Online
Horticulture Classes - ONLINE11am-1pm, SaturdaysGeneral Public - $25 per class or $125 per seriesMembers - $22.50 per class or $112.50 per series Join us on Zoom for an entertaining garden education with David Clark, Horticulturist & CNLP. David is fast becoming one of the country’s noted garden speakers!… >>
