The Buffalo History Museum is launching a new recurring Saturday morning children’s program, starting on April 13 at 9:30 am. The program will be an exploratory exercise for children, grades 1 to 5. The guided, age-appropriate series will involve local history lessons, songs, stories, crafts, and games on every second Saturday morning. Children will be educated and entertained through demonstrations, interactive activities, and behind-the-scenes tours of exhibits. “April’s program will focus on architecture and horticulture. Students will learn about local architects such as George Cary and Louise Bethune, and will have a chance to design something of their own. Children…
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A valiant effort was made to save Hostel Buffalo-Niagara, but it appears that the writing is now clearly on the wall. The City has ensured that there is no future for the Hostel, as the electricity has now been shut off. I learned of this shocking, and very sad news, earlier today when Onsite Manager J.P. Piret sent me a note explaining the unfortunate circumstances. Obviously, without power there is no Hostel. And that, my friends, might be the last time we hear from the Hostel, as there is little chance in hell that it can stay afloat for eight…
The 2024 Career Expo at Highmark Stadium is going to be the place to be for graduating high school students, college students, veterans, and other in-demand young professionals who are looking for new career opportunities in WNY. This year’s Career Expo, hosted by local non-profit Be Your Own Hero (BYOH), is anticipated to be the biggest event to date, with over 1400 students attending. Adding to the momentum, the Buffalo Bills are now part of the support group that is helping to grow the Expo that services industries such as construction, manufacturing, transportation, hospitality, and technology. “The Buffalo Bills are…
Bibliophile and bookworms will be happy to hear that Buffalo’s Downtown Central Library is hosting a Massive Used Book Sale, from Thursday, April 11 to Saturday, April 13. This is the perfect opportunity to load up on all sorts of books, for unbelievable prices. Over 12,000 books will be available for purchase, for 25 cents each, with additional opportunities to bag books for a buck. Aside from boatloads of hardcover and softcover books, the sale also includes DVDs, CDs, vinyl, and audiobooks, along with print materials that have been either discharged from or donated to the Library’s collection. Ultimately, the…
When it comes to fashion, it’s important that everyone is included in the conversation. That’s why Alexa Jovanovic created Aille Design (pronounced: eye) – a clothing and accessories brand based in Buffalo that caters to the blind and visually impaired. Jovanovic’s internationally recognized and award-winning braille fashion brand started off as a final University research project that is based on apparel that features fully legible braille in the form of beadwork. She began the process when living in her university dorm room, where she would hand sew each bead onto her products. Today. Jovanovic works with the blind and visually…
The Elmwood Village Association (EVA) has announced that registration is now open for the upcoming Buffalo Porchfest on Saturday, May 18 (1pm-6pm). Maybe you are a musician that is looking to play, or you have a band that you think would be a good fit for a porch? Or maybe you have a porch, and you’re willing to offer it up for a performance? Buffalo Porchfest is the original Porchfest in the region. For over ten years, this event has been a cultural catalyst for the Elmwood Village. The successful grassroots nature of the undertaking has earned Buffalo Porchfest a…
SunCliff on the Lake has become a legendary summer destination for numerous reasons, including weddings, conferences, dining, spa services, and workshops. Another thing to add to the ever-growing list is a music and fine arts summer camp for high school and college students, as well as adult lifelong learners. The SunCliff Educational Foundation is now offering a camp like no other, featuring eight five-day sessions that will take place on the stunning grounds at Suncliff on the Lake (6892 Lakeshore Rd. Derby, NY 14047). Sessions are as follows: woodwind, reggae, fine arts (painting), strings, saxophone quartet, brass, jazz (instrumental and vocal),…
April is Earth Month. That means that we should all be thinking about ways that we can help the planet. Maybe it’s by participating in a neighborhood cleanup? Maybe it starts with trying out Community Supported Composting? There are virtually limitless ways that we can make a difference, but sometimes it all starts with some helpful suggestions. Fortunately, the City of Buffalo has been busy putting together a litany of ways to get involved with Earth Day projects, including attending an Earth Day Market or a Dare to Repair Café. Earth month was created 53 years ago – it is…
Are you interested to know more about the Buffalo Niagara River Land Trust? How about the migration patterns of WNY waterfowl? Or maybe you want to learn about some key environmental projects happening in the community? Each year, the BRR|Alliance hosts an environmental speaker series that informs people about a wide range of interesting topics. This year’s speaker series includes an update on the possibility of hydrokinetic turbines in the Niagara River – a topic that has been relatively dormant over the last few years, but is still as controversial as ever. According to Hydro Review, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission…
42 North has officially opened its new taproom – 42 North @ The Flats – at 674 Main Street, bringing with it a new day for craft beer lovers in Downtown Buffalo. The new beer destination is located in the historic Wurlitzer Flats Building, in the heart of the Theatre District. The taproom joins a host of other nearby destinations, including Shea’s Performing Arts Center, Town Ballroom, and newly opened Electric City concert venue. It was quite the undertaking to restore the historic building, according to 42 North’s founder, John Cimperman. Along with the 3000 square foot taproom, there…