September 2024
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
St. Rocco's Italian Festival
St Rocco's Annual Italian Festival is Sunday September 1st at our festival grounds at 3415 Hulberton Rd, Holley, NY 14470. We will have homemade Italian food, a bocce tournament, beer tent, basket raffle, bake food sale, vendors, live music, and lots more. We are still accepting vendor and bocce applications… >>
Good Neighbor Cruise Nite
South Buffalo's Cruise Nite. Come down and enjoy family fun, food, games, prizes and really COOL cars.
Opening Reception for RG Miller: Tsi Non:we Entewaha’hara’ne / Our Path Forward
Tsi Non:we Entewaha’hara'ne" showcases the art of R. G. Miller, a Mohawk artist and survivor of the Mohawk Institute Indian Residential School. The exhibit features large oil paintings and mixed-media artworks created by Miller from 2003-2008, vividly portraying his harrowing experiences and the ongoing… >>
45th Annual Niagara Frontier Antique & Classic Boat and Car Show
The 45th Annual Niagara Frontier Antique & Classic Boat Show promises an unforgettable experience for maritime and vintage enthusiasts alike, set against the picturesque backdrop of the historic Buffalo Launch Club in Grand Island, NY. This year’s event, taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2024,… >>
A Late Summer's Night Dream - Silent Auction - Niagara 1812 - NPSL/ WPSL Soccer Clubs -
Experience A Late Summer's Night Dream Join us for an enchanting evening under the stars! Welcome to A Late Summer's Night Dream! Get ready to immerse yourself in a magical night at the Neil Campbell Rowing Centre on Sat, Sep 07, 2024 at 7:00 PM. Indulge in music, delectable food, and great company… >>
Léwuga Tata Benson’s, “Fueling Change: A Multimedia Exploration of Niger Delta’s Oil Crisis”
Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present Léwuga Tata Benson’s Fueling Change: A Multimedia Exploration of Niger Delta’s Oil Crisis. Benson’s immersive, multimedia exhibition will shed light on the harsh realities of oil extraction and its effects on the indigenous people of the Niger Delta in Western… >>
Aitina Fareed-Cooke and Get Fokus’d Productions, “Tales from the Porch, Part IV: Art is a Language”
Experience the power of storytelling and the expressive nature of art at the upcoming multimedia exhibition, Tales from the Porch, Part IV: Art is a Language, presented at Buffalo Arts Studio by Aitina Fareed-Cooke. Building on the original project launched in 2019, this immersive exhibition is an opportunity… >>
Workshop with Ceramic Artist Celia Feldburg
Join us for a special one-night-only workshop with ceramic artist Celia Feldberg. Joining us all the way rom Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Celia is known for her playful and detailed sgraffito illustrations. She will be in Rochester, NY, for the Flower City Pottery Invitational, and we are thrilled to… >>
Drunk Murder Mystery
Drunk Murder Mystery August: 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th, 20th, 25th, 27th September: 1st, 3rd, 8th, 10thThe Attic At Mr. Goodbar | 1110 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, NY 14222 Sundays at 3PM | Tuesdays at 8PMThe Bar Opens and Seating Begins One Hour Before The Performance. Drunk Theatre Buffalo is back again… >>
Chiavetta’s BBQ Dinner - proceeds benefiting Hospice & Palliative Care Buffalo
Chiavetta’s BBQ Dinner – Drive Thru Dinner includes: Half a chicken, macaroni salad, potato salad, & roll with butter. $14 Pre-order & 16 day of Cash, check and credit card accepted. Pre-order online at HospiceBuffalo.com/Events or call (716) 989-2010 Please contact the Special Events Team at events@palliativecare.org for… >>
Distinguished Speaker Series: Robin Bernstein
Harvard Professor and scholar Robin Bernstein joins us for the final installment of our speaker series. Agenda 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Reception and Book Signing (for VIP ticketholders only) VIP Reception will take place at the Equal Rights Heritage Center. 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Lecture Lecture will take place… >>
Orchid Repotting with the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society
Join us for an Orchid Repotting Event in partnership with the Niagara Frontier Orchid Society!Bring your orchid with you! Our experts will help repot your plant and give you lots of great advice on how to care for your orchid. There will be growing medium and varied sized pots for sale. Prices will… >>
Hope on the Horizon Art Gala
The Western New York community is invited to an unforgettable night of art, fashion, live performances and philanthropy, as International Child Advancement (ICA) proudly presents its second annual Hope on the Horizon Art Gala. The Gala, which is being held to support orphans, refugees and other underserved… >>
Falling Leaves Craft & Vendor Fair
Come on out to support your local small businesses from 11am-3pm at the Polish Falcons, 445 Columbia, Depew. We have some fabulous and unique crafters as well as some of your favorite vendors too! FREE ADMISSION. HOURLY PRIZES! BASKET RAFFLE! $5/5 mini massages! Goodies! Psychic readings! Cash Bar at… >>
Outdoor Vendor Fair
Odd Fellow Home Association Outdoor Vendor Fair 126 OLD NIAGARA ROAD LOCKPORT NEW YORK 14094 Saturday September 14th, 202410am - 4pm Vendors, basket raffle, refreshments for purchases Interested in being a vendor ? Vendor fee: $25 and a basket for the raffle for a 10*10 space. Contact Kathie at 716-433-6370… >>
23rd Niagara Celtic Heritage Festival & Highland Games
Join the fun at the 23rd Niagara Celtic, New York's largest Celtic festival! Experience a family-friendly weekend celebrating the wonders and pageantry of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and more. Journey through 5 regions filled with food and drink, music and dancing, living history, shopping, attractions,… >>
Yoga Fest Presented by Independent Health and Outer Harbor
Expect a full day of fitness and fun with express yoga sessions taught by Cory Sampson, HEAL BFLO, Soma Cura, Afrochick Yoga, and the YMCA Buffalo Niagara. In between classes, explore the wellness vendor village, featuring local businesses like Go Veggies, Kornerstone Cafe and Juice Bar, Rosaic Clothing,… >>
The Phoenix's Borderland Sober Space
The Borderland Sober Space is hosted by The Phoenix, a national sober community that embraces connection through a shared, active lifestyle. The Borderland Sober Space is a substance-free area that offers a comfortable place for festival attendees to meet, relax, recharge, and enjoy non-alcoholic beverages… >>
How to Become a More Informed Voter
Author Timothy Redmond, PhD. provides a presentation on How to Become a More Informed Voter. Dr. Redmond is the author of many papers and the book entitled “Political Tribalism in America: How Hyper-Partisanship Dumbs Down Democracy and How to Fix it.”The meeting will start at 6:00 with registration… >>
Cocktails in the Dark
Join VIA: Visually Impaired Advancement for a remarkable evening at our 2nd Annual Cocktails in the Dark on September 18, 2024, at The Powerhouse, 140 Lee St, Buffalo, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Indulge in a night of cocktails, mocktails, hors d’oeuvres, food stations, auctions, raffles, a keynote speech,… >>
Tiferet Family Festival
Join us for a family-friendly festival and Welcoming Week celebration at Jewish Family Services of WNY! Jewish Family Services (JFS) welcomes you to our second annual Tiferet celebration! Put together in partnership with Temple Beth Zion, PJ Library, and Jewish Community Center of Greater Buffalo, all… >>
Vendor and Craft Show
Come support local small business owners and crafters at our FREE to enter, indoor facility. Plenty of parking, handicap friendly, and something for everybody. It's never too early to think about Christmas Shopping!
"No Exit"
No Exit By Jean-Paul Sartre Adapted from the French by Paul Bowles Directed by Tobias Pfluke as part of our Student Directed Series Sept. 20 - 21, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. UB Katharine Cornell Theatre Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/search?q=katharine%20cornell%20theatre%20no%20exit Two women and one… >>
Afternoon Tea Dream on Dreamer
SunRay Tea Parlor Series - Afternoon Tea Dream on Dreamer Come join us at Complete Wellness Arts & Science Center for an enchanting afternoon filled with delightful teas and delectable treats. Indulge in a selection of teas curated to transport you to a dreamy state of relaxation. Our cozy parlor setting… >>
Fall Zen Wellness Retreat
Join Beautiful Mana Yoga, Be Wellness 716, & Eternal Flame Acupuncture for our Fall Zen Wellness Retreat. This day long retreat will be held at the 5 Loaves Farm on W. Delevan in Buffalo. 5 Loaves Farm is a unique setting in the middle of Buffalo. With its own gardens from which we will prepare our… >>
Gutter Pop Pop-up Shop!
Oh no!! The Botanical Gardens is under siege by an abundance of mutated, flesh-eating plants! Join us and Gutter Pop Comic Store during Mutation Invasion: Flesh-eating Flora for a chance to shop for some awesome sci-fi comics while being a part of one yourself! On this special day, you’ll also get the… >>
RNSM Presents: Latin Fusion Wednesdays
Join us for a night of rhythm, dance, and love at "RNSM Presents: Latin Fusion Wednesdays!" Let the music move your soul as we blend Latin beats with funk and more. Every Wednesday, we'll be your soundtrack to a night filled with joy and connection. Don't miss out on the vibrant energy and great company.… >>
Party for the People
Friends of Night People is excited to announce the 14th Party for the People. This is a event to raise support for the community feeding programs offered by FONP to serve and distribute 120,000 meals. Every $25 raised provides 12 meals. All are welcome to join and help make a difference. This FUNdraiser… >>
Stephanie Rothenberg, "Aquadisia"
Buffalo Arts Studio presents “Aquadisia” by Stephanie Rothenberg, a multimedia science fiction project that focuses on the desire to be more sustainable and explores the ethical and economic contradictions of biotechnology within the fields of marine science and environmental conservation. This exhibition… >>
Joan Linder, "Fulfillment"
Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present “Fulfillment” by Joan Linder. “Fulfillment’s” drawings examine aspects of the hidden-in-plain-sight landscape of e-commerce, cloud computing, crypto-mining, and the legal contracts that bind us to these technology systems. This exhibition is a part of “Waterfront… >>
Hit Comedy Tour “My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm In Therapy” Coming to the Riviera Theatre Sat. Sept 28th at 3:00pm!
This show has now become one of the longest running one- man comedies in history andthe show just celebrated its four thousandth performance. MyMother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m in Therapy is coming to NorthTonawanda, New York’s Riviera Theatre for one show only Sat. Sept. 28that 3:00pm! … >>
"Almost, Maine"
Almost, Maine By John Cariani Directed by Scott Borish as part of our Student Directed Series Sept. 27 - 28, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. UB Katharine Cornell Theatre Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/search?q=katharine%20cornell%20theatre%20almost%2C%20maine Welcome to Almost, Maine, a place that’s so far… >>
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen, runs September 12 – 29, 2024 at Irish Classical Theatre Company. Step into the shadows with our electrifying Curtain Up! show as we unleash the uproarious mayhem of Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors. Fresh from its smash-hit off-Broadway… >>
TEA PARTY a new play by Sean Abley
First Look Buffalo Theatre Company presents TEA PARTY a New Play by Sean Abley Directed by Lara D. Haberberger Starring Andrew Zuccari, Bob Rusch, Kaylie Horowitz and John DellaContrada Synopsis In this dramedy, Frank, a married heterosexual crossdresser living in Montana, discovers Miss Olivia's… >>
Nurturing Fathers Class Session
Nurturing Fathers Class - Join us for a transformative journey that will equip you with the skills and confidence to be the best dad you can be. This program is designed to support fathers at every stage of parenting. Class is almost in session! The next BPPN Nurturing Fathers Program class starts… >>
Stephanie Rothenberg, "Aquadisia"
Buffalo Arts Studio presents “Aquadisia” by Stephanie Rothenberg, a multimedia science fiction project that focuses on the desire to be more sustainable and explores the ethical and economic contradictions of biotechnology within the fields of marine science and environmental conservation. This exhibition… >>
Joan Linder, "Fulfillment"
Buffalo Arts Studio is excited to present “Fulfillment” by Joan Linder. “Fulfillment’s” drawings examine aspects of the hidden-in-plain-sight landscape of e-commerce, cloud computing, crypto-mining, and the legal contracts that bind us to these technology systems. This exhibition is a part of “Waterfront… >>
$10 Thursdays
For a limited time, we’re keeping our doors open late with an exciting discount! Every Thursday from September 19 to November 14, the Botanical Gardens will be open from 10am-8pm for only $10. Bring your friends and family and explore our conservatory all day long. In addition to discounted admission,… >>
Unwind Wednesdays
We all know that the hustle and bustle of our day-to-day lives can be stressful and tiring, which is exactly why we’re inviting you to join us for Unwind Wednesdays! Join us during the third week of each month as we open the conservatory from 4pm until 8pm to give you the opportunity to unplug in a… >>
