There's a new movie club in the city
Yet another great idea comes to fruition in Buffalo. There is a group of movie lovers that meet once a month at The Market Arcade Film and Arts Centre in downtown Buffalo to share their love of movies with one another. The club meets on the first Saturday of each month. Prior to meeting, a film is selected via e-mail votes from the members. An e-mail is sent to all members with the choices during the week prior to the meeting. Members then e-mail back with a selection that they would like to see. The film receiving the most votes is the choice for the upcoming (first showing btw. 6:30pm -8:00pm) evening. Then, another poll is taken. Where to go to discuss the movie over a drink. The discussions can take place in the lobby or they can migrate next door to the Ya-Ya Brew Pub. Here is an opportunity to meet new people, watch some interesting flicks, and chillax in DT Buff. If you are interested in the club, e-mail BFLMOVIE@aol.com.



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