Buffalo Rising Online

Mar 2nd 2007, 1:00pm By buffalorising

Last year the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation - now in its 10th year - packed the grand old station for a variety of fun-filled events - the month of September alone saw 8,000 visitors! Whether they came for the trains, the cars, or the brews, they enjoyed their pleasure in the beautiful East side art deco structure.

This year welcomes three new events: a Dyngus Day celebration in conjunction with St. Stan’s and the Adam Mickiewicz Library and Dramatic Circle, Hallwalls “Artists and Models” and a brand new to Buffalo “New York Wine and Cidre Festival”. And you can't forget the old favorites: the Buffalo Brewfest, Variety’s Haunted Halloween Bash, and the CTRC’s own Model Train Show are all returning.

What follows is an updated list of the year's events - so mark your calendars, and come on down to enjoy some exciting community events in one of the most breathtaking buildings in town:

* Dyngus Day on the East Side - April 9th – By popular demand, Dyngus Day returns to the Central Terminal after nearly 20 years! Join us in celebrating Dyngus Day on the East Side. Details to be announced shortly.

* UB Senior Thesis Art Show – April 15th - Details to be announced.

* 10th Annual Spring Clean Up - April 28th: 9am to 1pm – Come and help us prepare the concourse and grounds for yet another busy summer season! Gloves, work attire recommended and tools are always welcome. Food and drink will be provided.

* 3rd Annual Student Celebration of Visual Arts - May 19th & 20th: 10am to 4pm - The SCVA is a showcase of student artwork, elementary through high school, from school districts throughout western New York.

* Hallwalls “Artists and Models” - June 2nd – Returning to Buffalo after a four year hiatus! Hallwalls will program approximately twenty installation artists who are asked to work within a chosen theme. One stage will showcase bands and DJs who will alternate throughout the night.

* New York Wine and Cidre Festival - June 23rd: 1pm to 6pm - Come sample the best that NY wineries and local hard cidre brewers have to offer at this tasting and farmers’ market.

* Buffalo Old Home Week Kickoff – July 1st –Visit www.buffoldhome.com for more information.

* Buffalo Old Home Week Tour – July 8th: 11am

* 2nd Annual “Cruise Into The Past” Classic and Custom Car Show - July 21st: 12pm to 6pm - The CTRC and Lakeside Classic Cruisers in conjunction with the East Side Car Club will co-host the 2nd annual classic and custom car show at the Central Terminal.

* Buffalo Brewfest – August 25th (tentative): 2pm to 6pm - Come spend the afternoon tasting beer from local and regional breweries.

* 2nd Annual Model Train Show - September 8th & 9th: 10am-4pm - Join us for the second annual train show, expanded to encompass two days this year. Attractions include operating train layouts, door prizes, and plenty of model trains and accessories for sale.

* 3rd Annual Oktoberfest - September 22nd: 6pm to 11pm - Celebrate Autumn in traditional Munich style! Enjoy an evening of music in the concourse "beer garden" with Western New York's most in-demand German band, the Frankfurters! Choices of beer, food, soft drinks and merchandise will be available. Guests in costume get in for free!

* 5th Annual Doors Open Niagara 2007 - October 13th & 14th:: 10am to 5pm - Doors Open Niagara features towns and villages on both sides of the international boundary, opening heritage properties for all to see.

* 2nd Annual Variety Haunted Halloween Bash - October 27th: 6pm to 12am – Live music, full bar, and costume contest! Proceeds to benefit Variety – The Children’s Charity and the Central Terminal Restoration Corporation.

* Buffalo Tours: 2007 Central Terminal Tours – The Landmark Society of the Niagara Frontier and the Preservation Coalition of Erie County present guided tours of the Central Terminal. Tours will be offered on 5/6, 6/3, 7/8, 8/19, and 10/14. All tours start at 11 am and are approximately 2 to 2½ hours in length. Tickets are $12. Call 852-3300 for reservations.