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August 14, 2025

Shakespeare in Delaware Park. Don’t miss Richard III Only 4 performances remain: Thur to Sunday at 7pm

Tonight! Fairy Cakes on the Hill! Enjoy a tasty treat before the show on Thursday, August 14! Closing Tour Performance August 18th – Bassett Park will be our final performance of Romeo and

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July 30, 2025

Last chance to see the Butterfly Experience

It’s the final week of our Butterfly Experience ! This summer, hundreds of butterflies will make their debut in our Tropical Orchard soaring high, low, here, and there! See the vibrant colors of species

RICHARD III Opens tonight at Shakespeare in Delaware Park

Richard III opens at 7pm on the Saul Elkin Stage. The 2026 season will

SoleTurn Album Now Available; Big Show Set for Friday Night in Hamburg

By Tony Farina Even as the rock band SoleTurn wraps up work

Red, Red Wine time. UB40 at Artpark

Four-time Grammy nominated band UB40, will be performing at Artpark on August 29 with opening act Jamaica’s Inner Circle reggae band. The legendary UB40 will bring fans electric

July 9, 2025

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Buffalo Reading Invasion Thursday July 10th from 7pm

Fresh off an awesome turnout in June (check out pics here), the folks that participate in the Buffalo Reading Invasion are gathering once again, this

July 5, 2025

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SHAKESPEARE IN DELAWARE PARK season begins with the comedy Twelfth Night!

50th Anniversary Season All performances are FREE, non-ticketed and open to the public, with donations gratefully accepted during intermission. Performances begin at 7:00PM, Tuesday-Sunday

June 20, 2025

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DAVID BYRNE at Shea’s Sept, 25

David Byrne is proud to announce Who Is the Sky?, his first new album since 2018’s acclaimed and award-winning American Utopia, which will be

June 11, 2025

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Botanical Gardens Boozy Bookfair

Boozy Bookfair June 22, 5-9pm The Boozy Bookfair is back and better than ever! Enjoy a fun-filled evening of books, bubbly, and botanics at the Botanical

June 11, 2025

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Jazz Thrives in Rochester, June 20-28, With 110+ of 300 Shows Free

By Carl Mrozek Hey jazzbirds, it’s nearly that time again, to launch another syncopated summer of live jazz concerts and festivals beginning with one of the largest most

June 11, 2025

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SoleTurn Brings Their Great Sound to Tailgate Fun

By Tony Farina The popular rock band SoleTurn made their musical contribution to the Buffalo Bills tailgate partying last Sunday before the game against

December 7, 2024

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FINAL WEEKEND “The Fitzgeralds” – New Musical Playing at ICTC through Nov. 24th!

Step into the dazzling, yet turbulent world of one of the most iconic couples of the Jazz Age in The Fitzgeralds of St. Paul,

November 21, 2024

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SoleTurn on Tap Friday Night at Angry Buffalo

By Tony Farina The rock band SoleTurn, featuring the new and re-imagined hits they famously deliver, will be on stage Friday night at

September 4, 2024

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Carnegie Art Spree Festival is this weekend!

Artist Vendors Artist vendors will be on Canal Street (City of Tonawanda) and Webster Street (North Tonawanda) showcasing the local talent in Western New

August 15, 2024

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THIS SATURDAY Aug 17: SHAQUILLE O’NEAL IN BUFFALO

Shaquille O’Neal is one of the most dominant basketball players in NBA history and is now also one of the greatest entertainers on earth.

August 14, 2024

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Blues Rocker Joanne Shaw Taylor at BABEVILLE August 15, plus more August shows

Thu. Aug 15 Joanne Shaw Taylor w/ special guest Tommy Z Asbury Hall 6 pm doors, 7 pm show British blues guitarist Joanne Shaw

August 14, 2024

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18 Urban Farms To Explore This Saturday!

This free, self-guided tour features 18 urban farms offering a unique glimpse into the heart of our local food community. It’s Gardens Buffalo Niagara‘s

August 12, 2024

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Today at the Elmwood Village Farmers Market!

Saturday, June 13, 8am-1pm Butterfly Release at 11:30 a.m. Find us at the north end of the Elmwood Village Farmers Market on Bidwell Parkway,

July 13, 2024

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HAPPENING TODAY! City of Lockport Hosts Pride Festival For the First Time

For the first time in Lockport’s history, an LGBTQ+ Pride celebration will be held at the Kenan Center on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from

June 22, 2024

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Jazz Legends & Rising Stars Stud the Schedule of the 21st Rochester International Jazz Festival RIJT

by Carl Mrozek Now that we’re all sweltering in the summer heat, we can take cool comfort from the realization that we’re also entering

June 21, 2024

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his Saturday: Be part of the Squeaky Wheel AV Club!

Saturday, June 15, 1-3pm Free, sign up below Join us for the inaugural meeting of Squeaky’s AV Club, a new monthly meetup for digital

June 10, 2024

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Spend an enchanting evening celebrating Shakespeare

Join us for an enchanting evening at Shakespeare in Delaware Park’s Opening Night Reception Fundraiser on June 20th! Under the tent, you’ll indulge

June 7, 2024

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FREE Mirabo Press – Nathan Meltz Open Studio Fri, June 14th, 6-9pm

Next Friday is an open studio and installation of Mirabo Press artist in residence Nathan Meltz’s recent work. It’ll be an informal evening, visitors

June 6, 2024

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Volunteers needed for the Allen West Art Festival

Volunteers Needed SIGN UP HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45ABAC23A0F9C61-49932366-2024 The Allen West Festival is the main fundraiser for the Allentown Association, and will be held this year

June 4, 2024

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Shakespear in Delaware Park is Bringing Shakespeare to a venue near you

“A Midsummer Night’s Tour” is an hour-long abridged version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. All performances are FREE, non-ticketed and open to the public. Donations

June 4, 2024

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Too Yacht to Handle to Debut at Sportsmen’s May 25

By Tony Farina Another big musical night is in store for music lovers at the Sportsmen’s Tavern on Saturday, May 25, where the new

May 14, 2024

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Over 90 Western New York artists featured in the 2024 Burchfield Art Auction and Gala

Chaired by Bill & Rebecca Collins and The Collins Family The Art Auction and Gala brings collectors, Burchfield Penney supporters, artists and friends together

May 10, 2024

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Neglia Ballet’s Spring Gala is May 18th

Neglia Ballet Artists announces their annual Spring Gala on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 7:30 pm. The Spring Gala is an evening of exquisite

May 3, 2024

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UB’s SPRING INTO ART 2024 April 30

Celebrate Spring at the UB Center for the Arts! Spring into Art brings together and showcases the diverse talents of the artists and creators across the

April 26, 2024

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Buffalo Pro Soccer Invites Members of the Community to Inaugural Town Hall May 9th

As Buffalo gears up for professional soccer, members of the community are invited to join in the conversation with Buffalo Pro Soccer. This inaugural

April 26, 2024

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Allentown/ KCA WNY Re-Tree Planting needs your help next Saturday

The City of Buffalo, ReTree WNY, the Allentown Association, and other local block clubs and neighborhood associations have been provided another opportunity to make

April 24, 2024

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UB professor to discuss her new book, “The Letters of Emily Dickinson” April 29 7 p.m.

Cristanne Miller, PhD, SUNY Distinguished Professor and Edward H. Butler Professor of English in the University at Buffalo College of Arts and Sciences, will

April 24, 2024

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Just Buffalo BABEL Season Finale features KIESE LAYMON on Thursday, April 25 @ 8pm

The BABEL season finale is just three days away! Join us for an evening with award-winning author Kiese Laymon as we discuss his memoir Heavy— an

April 23, 2024

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LIQUID STRANGER WAKAAN EXPANSION TOUR tomorrow!! Friday April 19, 2024

The show is at Buffalo Riverworks with special guests Champagne Drip B2B Jantsen Shlump, Smth., Sharlitz Web, Lumasi Doors / Show 7pm 16+ to

April 18, 2024

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Call for Artists & Vendors! North Tonawanda Oliver Street Art Festival August 3, 2024

Oliver St. Art Festival is seeking artists and vendors for the 2024 Festival which will take place on Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 from 11AM-5PM.

April 16, 2024

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Planting Trees – a How-To Workshop Saturday, April 20

Event: Tree Planting Workshop (FREE) Saturday, April 20, 2024 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Volunteer Tree Planting Saturday, April 27, 2024 9am-12noon Locations: Torn

April 15, 2024

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Long-Awaited Huge Used Book Sale @ Central Library

Downtown Central Library’s Massive Used Book Sale Returns April 11-13 Over 12,000 items available for 25 cents each WHO: Buffalo & Erie County Public

April 5, 2024

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18th ANNUAL DYNGUS DAY PARADE begins at 5:30PM Monday April 1, 2024

You won’t find anyone in Buffalo more dedicated to keeping our city’s Polish roots and history front and center than “Airborne Eddy” Dobosiewicz. 18

March 30, 2024

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Everything You Need To Attend Melbourne’s International Flower and Garden Show

Are you on the search for the ultimate bucket list adventure? By the end of this guide, you’ll be itching to book a ticket

March 15, 2024

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SoleTurn Will Have Great Musical Show at Sportsmen’s Tavern on March 23

By Tony Farina If you are of sound mind and can put your cell phone aside for a few hours, you may be

March 10, 2024

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Webinar: Great Lakes Issues on the National Stage MARCH 14, 1pm

2024 is already moving quickly. Last year, Congress made little substantive progress on legislation, but this year we aim to focus their attention on

March 10, 2024

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Queen’s Chess social celebrates Women’s History Month on Sat, March 23, 3pm-6pm

The Archangel 8 Chess Academy celebrates over 25 years of on Saturday, March 23, 3pm-6pm. This event is in the meeting room at

March 5, 2024

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ORCHID FEST at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens this Weekend

The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens welcomes visitors to enjoy a flower-filled weekend like never before during their Orchid Exhibit and Orchids After

March 2, 2024

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Lancaster Opera House presents PAJAMA GAME March 8 – 24

Music and Lyrics by RICHARD ADLER and JERRY ROSS Book by GEORGE ABBOTT and RICHARD BISSELL Fridays at 7:30 pm Saturdays 3/9 and 3/16

February 14, 2024

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SATURDAY DECEMBER 2 TWO FREE BIFF 2023 ENCORE SCREENINGS!

SCREENINGS @BUFFALO & ERIE COUNTY DOWNTOWN CENTRAL LIBRARY MASON O. DAMON THEATER 1 Lafayette Square Buffalo, NY 14203 Auditorium entrance is on Clinton Street

November 27, 2023

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MusicalFare Theatre Presents: LEGALLY BLONDE Nov. 8–Dec 10

LEGALLY BLONDE Music & Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe & Nell Benjamin Book by Heather Hatch Directed/Choreographed by Michael Oliver-Walline Music Direction by Joe Isgar

November 9, 2023

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Westminster Presbyterian Church presents REQUIEM FOR THE HOMELESS November 5, 2023

Requiem for the Homeless November 5, 2023 4 PM in the Sanctuary and livestreamed Free, donations to benefit Friends of Night People charitable organization

November 3, 2023

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Last BABEL of 2023! Michelle Zauner Thursday, November 9th | 8pm

Join Just Buffalo Literary Center for a conversation with Japanese Breakfast front-woman and bestselling author Michelle Zauner as she discusses her memoir, Crying in

October 31, 2023

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Buff State presents Randy Rainbow for President

Randy Rainbow for President Thurs • Nov 2 • 8:00 PM Buffalo State Performing Arts Center | Buffalo, NY Randy Rainbow is a four-time

October 31, 2023

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Torn Space Theatre presents The Homecoming by Harold Pinter November 10-December 9, 2023

Considered to be one of his most enigmatic plays, The Homecoming is being explored by directors Dan Shanahan and Melissa Meola through the following theme:

October 31, 2023

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Carnegie Art Center to Host ART OFF THE WALL Fundraiser and Art Exhibition

Celebrate the 8th Annual ART OFF THE WALL Exhibition and Fundraiser to benefit the Carnegie Art Center in North Tonawanda on Thursday, December 7,

October 30, 2023

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The Allman Betts Family Revival TOUR coming to Kleinhans Nov. 29

The Allman Family Revival initially began as a one-off concert in 2017 at The Fillmore in San Francisco to celebrate the late Gregg Allman’s

October 26, 2023

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Old Fort Niagara celebrates French Heritage Days

The French were the first Europeans to explore the Niagara Region and Old Fort Niagara highlights this early history with two days of living

October 26, 2023

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St Paul & The Broken Bones visit Buffalo on their Angels In Science Fiction Tour

Today, St. Paul & The Broken Bones announce their Angels In Science Fiction tour and will bring their legendary live show to Buffalo, NY

October 24, 2023

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Mirabo Press Artist Talk with Allen Topolski

When: Saturday, October 28, 2023, 12pm Exhibition On View: September 1 – October 28, 2023 Join us on the last day of the exhibition to hear

October 24, 2023

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Buffalo Rising’s 10th Annual Witches Ball: Fantasma, Spectres of the Past

On Saturday, October 28, 2023, from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., Buffalo Rising will once again welcome guests to the esteemed Statler Hotel for

October 23, 2023

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Free tree planting workshop on 10/28 and Re-Tree volunteer planting on Nov 4th in Buffalo

Event: Tree Planting Workshop Saturday, October 28, 2023 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Volunteer Tree Planting Saturday, November 4, 2023, 9am Locations:

October 19, 2023

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Creatures After Dark Returns to Botanical Gardens

The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is offering after-hours admission during their popular horticultural exhibit, Creatures After Dark. Enjoy larger-than-life plant creatures and

October 17, 2023

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This Sunday!! Jazz at the Prez!

The Elmwood Village Association is pleased to present Jazz at the Prez, a new Sunday afternoon series of jazz concerts throughout the year. The

October 14, 2023

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Opera-tinis An Evening of Song & Spirits

A spectacular evening of opera and cocktails at the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center! Get ready to be mesmerized by breathtaking performances from talented

October 9, 2023

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DON’T MISS BIFF’S CLOSING NIGHT

FANCY DANCE BIFF’S CLOSING NIGHT SPOTLIGHT! Free cinematic celebration in honor of Indigenous Peoples Day! Open to the public – all are invited.

October 9, 2023

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Adopt-a-Beach day Sat, Sept 23rd

Saturday, September 23, will be Alliance for the Great Lakes biggest Great Lakes day of action this year. Thousands of Adopt-a-Beach volunteers will clean

September 20, 2023

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First Look Buffalo Theatre Company premiers “HELL-oween” at Canterbury Woods Arts Center in Williamsville

First Look Buffalo Theatre Company (FLB), which exclusively showcases both world and regional premiers, will present the first theatrical production to be held at

September 14, 2023

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