Artvoice Events Calendar
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7-11pm:
Tales From The Cryptozoologist: An Exhibition by Brian Dickenson (through Aug. 28)
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8am-10pm:
A Sense of Place: Photos From Buffalo Flkr Photographers (through Sept. 7)
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7am-10pm:
Love and Chocolate. Paintings by Peter Fowler (through Aug. 21)
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8am-8pm:
Stone, Morter, and Marble: An Italian Relationship to Materials. A photographic exhibition by Rick Steinberg (through August 29).
8am-8pm:
Recent oil paintings by Paulette Jurek and Eileen McNamara (through August 31).
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7:30-9pm:
Opening reception for the 17th Annual Regional Artists Exhibition (through Aug. 29)
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6:30-9pm:
Opening reception for Garden Mystique. Fourth annual group exhibition (through Aug. 23)
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5-9pm:
Store grand opening and opening reception for Love and Chocolate. Paintings by Peter Fowler (through Aug. 21)
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8-10pm:
Opening reception for People Like You. Photographs by Michael Mulley (through Aug. 1)
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8pm:
Performing the Border: Video Essays by Ursula Biemann
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10am-10pm:
Remix recent Acquisitions (through July 27)
10am-10pm:
Op Art Revisited: Selections from the Albright-Knox Art Gallery (through Jan. 25)
10am-10pm:
New installation of works from the Permanent Collection (through Dec 31)
10am-10pm:
Remix Recent Acquisitions of Works on Paper (through Aug. 24)
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11am-5pm:
17th Annual Regional Artists Exhibition (through Aug. 29)
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noon-5pm:
Garden Mystique. Fourth annual group exhibition (through Aug. 23)
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noon-5pm:
Comfort, Burn. Group show presented by Artspace Buffalo in conjunction with Big Orbit Gallery, curated by Artspace’s Alexander Young (through Aug. 10)
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11am-5pm, Tri-Main Building, Suite 500:
The Imaginary Line (through August 9). International exhibition curated by Brooke Fitzpatrick and featuring work by Peter Dykhuis (Halifax, Nova Scotia), Paula Braswell (Toronto, Ontario), Shelley Niro (Brantford, Ontario), and Leandro Soto (Arizona)
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9:30am-5pm:
Oil Paintings by John Anderson and Greg Kuppinger (through Aug. 23)
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10am-5pm:
Writing With Light. Work by students from the Buffalo Public Schools presented by CEPA and Just Buffalo Literary Center (through August 22)
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2-6pm:
Work by Phyllis Pequet, Greg Chase, and Peggy Ferguson (through Sept. 30)
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11am-5pm, Niagara University:
Michael Veit: Unity Park (through Sept. 14)
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4-8pm:
Buffalo Photography by Michael Mulley (through July 30)
5-9pm:
The Mannequin Project. Photographs by Marc Burgess (through Aug. 30)
5-9pm:
People Like You. Photographs by Michael Mulley (through Aug. 1)
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noon-5pm:
Buffalo Society of Artists Spring Show (through July 26)
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noon-5pm:
Niagara Frontier Art Exhibit (through Aug. 24)
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10-10am:
Artist Members’ Show (through Aug. 10)
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9am-4pm:
Historic Watercraft of the Niagara Frontier. Original paintings and limited edition prints by John Montague (through Aug. 2)
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11am-5pm:
Purity of Color/Clarity of Thought: Works from the Estate of Roland Wise, 1923-2005 (through Aug. 30).
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10am-5pm:
Carl Illig (1910-1987): Newly Discovered Paintings (through July 25)
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7am-10pm:
Sculptures by Joseph Jacobs, Frank Mount Pleasant Olympic Medal Exhibit, paintings, and other mediums (through Dec. 30)
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10am-5pm:
Made in NY 2008. Annual juried exhibition of 64 New York State artists, including Buffalo artists Kate Bae, Nancy Belfer, and Kara Daving (through Aug. 23)
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noon-6pm:
Transitions: The Fine Art of Arla Crumlick Wible and Natalie Lynch (through August 16)
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10am-2pm:
If I Die Before I Wake. Photographs by Molly Jarboe (through August 9)
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9am-4:30pm:
Fresh Paint. Acrylic paintings by Caitlin Krumm (through August 15)
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9:30am-4:30pm:
Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Exploring America’s Labor History
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8:30am-6pm:
The Art of the Letterform: Treasures from the Grosvenor Rare Book Room (through Aug. 31)
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10am-5pm:
Cathedrals of Industry: Photographs by Michael L. Horowitz (through July 25)
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10am-5pm:
The Casual Artistry of Bill West (through Aug. 31)
10am-5pm:
Explorasaurus: The Ice Age in Western New York. Exhibit inspired by the ongoing Ice Age dig research at the Hiscock Site in Genesee County (through August 31).
10am-5pm:
Visions of Tifft: Photographs of the Tifft Nature Preserve by Biff Henrich (through Aug. 31)
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10am-5pm:
Work from two Writing with Light programs: Picturing Poetry and Flash Fiction (through Aug. 22)
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11am-5pm, Niagara University:
Freedom Crossing: The Underground Railroad in Greater Niagara
11am-5pm, Niagara University:
Devotional Displays: Personal and Community Traditions. Folk religious displays from the Collection (through Dec. 14)
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11am-4pm, Porter:
2008: An Anniversary Year (through Sept. 30)
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11am-4pm:
Star Trek: The Next Generation. Original sketches and designs for the show (through Aug. 31)
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noon-5pm, North Campus:
NLXL Visual Communication and Interaction Design. Multimedia installation by a design studio based in The Hague (through July 25)
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6:30pm:
Cat Venom Improv Comedy. Free
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8:30pm:
It’s Just Comedy Cafe’ Hosted by Talent. Bringing three of the country’s funniest comedians & a suprise guest. $20/presale (Ticketmaster) or $22/day of show; VIP tickets $25/presale $17/day of show
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11am-2pm:
Food Bank of WNY BBQ for Hunger Awareness. $8.50-$10.50/pre-sale (852-1305) or $10-$12/walk up orders. Contact 852-1350. Proceeds benefit the Food Bank
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9:30am-5:30pm:
National Oral History Project (July 17-Aug. 23). Airstream trailer outfitted with a recording studio will be parked in front of the Central Library at Lafayette Square collecting stories from Buffalonians as part of a cross-country tour in conjunction with NPR. Visit www.wbfo.org to reserve an interview time or for more details
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8pm:
William Parker / Patricia Nicholson Duo (with special guests)
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8pm:
Performing the Border: Video Essays by Ursula Biemann
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8pm:
“Lord, Save Us From Your Followers.” Critical documentary screening
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7pm:
“The Great Debate” starring Denzel Washington. Followed by a group discussion
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10:30am:
For children ages 3-5. Listen to stories, watch a video, make a craft
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7pm:
Family Concert in the Park: is “Come 2 by 2 to the Musical Zoo.” Peter and the Wolf narrated by Donna Fernandes (president and CEO of the Buffalo Zoo). Free. Pre-concert dinner at 5pm for $20. Contact 759-6428 or www.clarenceconcert.org
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1-4pm:
Outdoor kids activities every Friday during August. Look for the Explore & More tent at the northern end of the Central Wharf. Must be accompanied by an adult.
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Art Under the Rader (July 24-Aug. 3). Eleven day festival in various locations throughout the city. Visit www.infringebuffalo.org
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11:30am:
Be Active Buffalo! Friday Fitness Walk. Free 30-minute walk along the Buffalo Creek. Registration begins at 11:30am; walk fr5om 12:15-12:45pm
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7-10pm:
Grand Opening Celebration with music by Casperous Vine, an art exhibit by Peter Fowler, chocolate & coffee samples, beer & wine.
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6pm:
Haunted Pub Crawl of Lewiston: Meet at the Water St. Landing (115 Water St., Lewiston). $20. Pre -registration recommended, contact 655-6663 or www.MasonWinfield.com
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Balloons Over Niagara (July 25-27). Twenty-five balloons from all over the country to celebrate Cambria’s bicentennial.
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7:30pm:
“42nd Street” (July 25-26 & AUg. 1-2). $15/adult; $13/seniors, kids under 12.
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6pm:
Enchante cabaret Dinner Theater. $45 includes cocktails, 4-course meal, and original performance. Call 649-0450 for reservations
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8pm:
Lecture based on the book “Clear Body, Clear Mind” by L. Ron Hubbard. Call 856-3910 to reserve your seat
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noon-1pm:
Walking tours meet at info desk in lobby. Contact Landmark Society at 852-3300 or www.landmark-niagara.org for info.
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10am-noon:
Downtown Revealed. Inside & out tours of the Guaranty Building, St. Paul’s, the Ellicott Square Building, & others. Contact 852-3300 or www.BuffaloTours.org
5:30-6:45pm:
Legendary Lincoln Parkway. Meet at the Lincoln Statue by the Rose Garden in Delaware Park. $10. Contact 852-3300 or www.BuffaloTours.org
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7pm:
ALLENTOWN! (meets at Allen Street Hardware Cafe, 245 Allen.)Tours every Friday until Oct. 31. $10/general; $5/kids ages 7-11. Contact 655-6663 or www.MasonWinfield.com
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10am:
See Frank Lloyd Wright’s 1904 architectural masterpiece under restoration. Tours at 10am, 11am (in-depth), noon, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm. Reservations strongly recommended, call 856-3858.
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6:30pm:
“Buffalo: The Whirlwind Tour.” Meets at Elmwood Ave. & Bidwell Pkwy. $20 (kids 12 & under, $10). Contact The Campaign for Greater Buffalo History, Architecture & Culture at 854-3749 or OpenAirBuffalo@aol.com
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9am-5pm:
Operating daily during July & August. The Lockport Passport includes admission to the Erie Canal Discovery Center, the Lockport Cave and Underground Boat Ride, the Lockport Locks and Erie Canal Cruises, & more.Call 439-0431 for info
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10pm:
Ronnie Davis Combo with Doug Morgano and Dave Wasik
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8pm, Erie County Fairgrounds:
Speedy Parker Blues Band
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8pm:
Theresa Quinn & Tom Brown
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11:30pm:
Dan Harper & Band
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8pm:
Rich’s House of Blues
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8pm:
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Summerfest Series: Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 (www.bpo.org/www.artpark.net)
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Music Niagara (July 21-August 16). Fifty concerts in a dozen venues throughout the Niagara-on-the-Lake area. Concert prices from $10-$35 at 1-800-511 SHAW. Contact www.niagaramusicfest.com or 1-877-MUSFEST for more info
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9:30pm:
JC Thompson Band
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6pm:
DJ Happy Hour
11pm:
DJ Late Night
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11pm:
Friday Fusion (old soul, R&B, indie, hip hop, rock) with DJ Hussalonia
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10pm:
DJ Dumais spinnin’ the hottest hits & requests
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10pm:
DJ Lady Atram spinning pop, house & hip-hop
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10pm:
Cream Fridays with DJ Ark Angel & special guest DJs every week.
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8-11pm:
Sweet Soul with Sam Sole
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7-10pm:
Kathryn Scibilia & Andy Bialek
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9-11:45pm:
Sharon Bailey & the Jazz Example
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8pm:
Adrian Benton & Company
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noon, Downtown:
Free outdoor concerts every weekday at noon: Joyryde & the Hitmen Horns
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5:30pm:
Jazz on the Patio with Jim Bohm & Jim Calire
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7pm, Walker Center:
Djambossa
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8:30pm:
Ron’s 7-Nite Karaoke
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8pm:
Jim Beau’s Roadshow
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9pm:
SOONERTUNES.com with Okie Rich
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9pm, Transit Lanes:
Super Sound karaoke with Bud
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10pm:
#1 Karaoke (www.klubkaraoke.com)
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9:30pm:
Karaoke Show with Dan the Yankee Fan
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5:30-9:30am, Hyatt Regency:
Jackie Jocko
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7:30-11pm:
Piano music of George Jones
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9pm:
Soul Providers
9:30pm:
Soul Providers
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10pm:
Crystal Blue featuring Harry and Rosary
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7-9:30pm, Lockview Plaza:
Open mic
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5pm:
Hosted by Paul Dylin
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10pm:
Luanjie, with the Stupid Dicks
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9pm:
Monthly Punk Night hosted by Pub & Ruben
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7pm:
(doors). Frank Marino & MR, with the Vincent James Explosion. $20/advance (box office, Tickets.com, Tops Markets) or $24/day of show
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6:30pm:
3 Doors Down, with Stain’s and Hinder. $45-$25 (www.LiveNation.com, Ticketmaster)
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10:30pm:
Davey Z. Project
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7:30-9:30pm:
This Vehicle
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9pm:
“Painkillers 25th Annual Christmas in July” & benefit for the Loaves & Fishes pantry/dining room. Music by the Painkillers, Dick Whiskey, and Gravity Thieves
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9pm:
Nelson & the Heaters
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7-9pm:
Friday Night In The Square concert series: OHMS Band
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11pm:
Ball Cheese Psychotics, Rooftops, Vanderpark
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5pm:
Gimme Buffet
11pm:
50 Foot Tall (formerly Citizen Dick)
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10pm:
Jucifer, with Chylde and Sonorous Gale. $8
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5pm:
Alison Pipitone & the Social
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9pm:
Infringement Fest with Jazzbollah, Keith Concept, ooDoe aka Doe Boy, Type: Guac
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5:30-8:30pm:
Five to One
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4-8pm:
Busted Stuff
9:30pm:
Billy McEwen & Joe Head
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6pm:
Somethin’ Fierce, Crucial Tone, Inlite, Yesterday’s Tomorrow. $8
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7-10pm:
Grand Opening Celebration with music by Casperous Vine
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7pm:
Ychtis Polish Girls’ Choir. Song & dance troupe from Poland specializing in religious songs
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