Editor's Picks: Weekly Best Bets in WNY | January 12 - 18

By BuffaloVibe Jan 12, 2015

Don't let the snow scare you away. There are lots to do this week around WNY, especially in the thriving Canalside District. From a fabulous author series at Larkin Square, to singer-songwriter legend Don McLean at Seneca Niagara Hotel & Casino, there is something for all ages.

Here are 13 Editor's Picks of cool and interesting events going on in the area for the week of January 12 - January 18, 2015. Be sure to check out our events calendar for much more of what's going on in the area, and check back every Monday for more Weekly Best Bets in WNY.

Jan 12, 2015 That 1 Guy The Forvm For The Music Productions & Nickel City Productions Presents: That 1 Guy Monday, January 12th $12.00 pre-sale, $17.00 day of show Doors open at 7:00pm Ages 18+ (unless accompanied… >>

Jan 13, 2015 Larkin Square Author Series Presents: Cathy Gildiner The Larkin Square Author Series Announces Cathy Gildiner to speak on Tuesday, January 13th, 5:30-6:45pm, in the Filling Station Restaurant! Cathy Gildiner is the author of… >>

Jan 8, 2015 → Mar 1, 2015 Ice Skating at Canalside Canalside Buffalo Mon-Thur 3pm-7pm, Fri 3pm-10pm, Sun 10am-10pm, Sun 12pm-8pm (weather permitting). Lace up your skates for The Ice at Canalside presented by BlueCross BlueShield of Western… >>

Jan 9, 2015 → Feb 1, 2015 Family Furniture Kavinoky Theatre Amid the gin and tonics, vichyssoise, and tennis doubles of Buffalo's summer scene, siblings Nick and Peggy must confront their mother's possible infidelity, their father's… >>

Jan 15, 2015 → Jan 17, 2015 Jesse Joyce Helium Comedy Club Jesse Joyce has been earning a reputation with a writing style admired and respected by comedians at every level. Jesse currently writes for the hit Comedy Central show @Midnight… >>

Jan 16, 2015 Satisfaction – The International Rolling Stones Show Part of the Riviera Theatre tribute to the Aud Series, Satisfaction is the international touring tribute show dedicated to the “World’s Greatest Rock & Roll Band”. This glamourous… >>

Jan 10, 2015 → Mar 1, 2015 Artisan Market in the Winter Village Canalside Buffalo Take a break from the skates and shop local! Artisans and merchants will be set up Thursdays-Sundays throughout the winter season at the Ice at Canalside! Up to 5 local vendors*… >>

Jan 16, 2015 Max Creek With Special Guests PREACH FREEDOM & CONNECT Tralf Music Hall Legendary. Contemporary. Ever evolving. This is Max Creek. For over 40 years, Creek has been blowing minds with their unmistakable blend of Americana, country, rock, calypso… >>

Jan 16, 2015 → Feb 8, 2015 The Lion in Winter Irish Classical Theatre Company It is Christmas Day in the year 1183 at the castle in Chinon, France. A grand battle brews as King Henry II of England and his wife, Queen Eleanor of Acquitaine square off… >>

Jan 17, 2015 2015 Buffalo On Tap Buffalo Niagara Convention Center Buffalo On Tap is back bigger and better this year with two sampling sessions on Saturday, January 17th at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. Choose to attend from 1PM… >>

Jan 16, 2015 M&T Third Friday The Buffalo History Museum Peaceful Border 1812 A Commemorative Program. Free admission to The Buffalo History Museum (1 Museum Ct) and the Resource Center (459 Forest Ave). 1-3 pm: Free guided tours… >>

Jan 16, 2015 Steven Page Formerly of Barenaked Ladies Experience former frontman of The Barenaked Ladies Steven Page at the Bear’s Den Showroom! One of the most instantly recognizable voices in popular music today, Page brings… >>