This could be a fun contest to enter!
Aquarium contest seeks Amateur photos of penguins
Niagara Falls, N.Y., Feb. 25, 2010 – The Aquarium of Niagara is sponsoring its second annual Amateur Photo Contest as part of the upcoming Penguin Days weekend. Area residents are invited to submit their original photographs of penguins, whether from the Aquarium of Niagara or other places.
The place winner will have a chance to meet a penguin at the Aquarium. The second and third place winners will receive art created by the Aquarium’s penguins. The winning entries will be displayed during Penguin Days, the Aquarium’s annual celebration of penguins, which will be held March 20-21.
Each entrant may submit between one and five photographs, either is color or black and white, before March 12.
To receive official rules and entry form, contact the events department at 285-3575 ext. 206, send an email to aquariumnf@aol.com, or stop by the Aquarium at 701 Whirlpool St.
Friday, February 26, 2010
Monday, February 22, 2010
Buffalo.com Events List 2/22
Hey everyone,
Great work this weekend! We have a lot of excellent photos and articles uploaded on the site. There are numerous events to choose from this week but we’d definitely like to get contributors to the Powder Keg Festival on Saturday as well as the Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament on Saturday and Sunday. Photographs from both of these large events will bring in a lot of views.
Deanna will officially be out of the office next week on maternity leave. Just e-mail us for everything. Make sure to always e-mail this e-mail address with all request and questions. CC Deanna until this Friday.
Thanks!
Deandra Modica
849-6926
Events List 2/23 – 3/1
*Important Events:
Powder Keg Festival, Saturday 2/27 and Sunday 2/28
Downtown Buffalo will be transformed into a festive winter celebration. Coinciding with the Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament, the festival will feature a variety of family-friendly events and promises to become an exciting annual tradition.
It's the stuff of winter dreams, for adults and kids alike: Gathering with friends and family to enjoy hot food and refreshments, ice skating, broom ball, snowshoeing, carriage rides, and the polar bear swim; and unique and offbeat attractions like the World's Largest Ice Maze, igloo building, a snowshoveling contest, and snow tubing down the Skyway Seneca Street ramp. More info at http://www.powderkegfestival.com/
Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament Saturday and Sunday
Lake Erie at the Erie Basin Marina
112 teams will compete in approximately 14 divisions, over two cold, long days. Players will lace up their skates for games that start on Saturday – with division final games continuing on Sunday. Fantastic photo-op for photographers and writers are more than welcome as well. 7:30 am- 5 pm
2/23 Tuesday:
The Israel Ballet UB Center for the Arts
Comprised of dancers from all around the world, this company performs both classic and
original works. 8pm
“Doin’ Time”
Nietzsche’s Bar
Be there for the weekly stand-up comedy show at Nietzsche’s bar; the event will be followed by a performance from Josh Gage and the Genuflektors. 8 pm
2/24 Wednesday:
WAM Buffalo: Presents an appealing mix of writers, artists, and musicians that are featured once per month at the Stillwater. Jazz group ‘On the Sly’ and ‘Saakumu Dance Troupe’ from West Africa are the headliners. 7-9 pm.
Napa Cabernet Tasting Just Vino.
Guests will be able to enjoy and experience six great Cabs from California including 2005 Coniglio Oakville, 2004 Crane Brothers (90pts WE), 2002 Varozza (87 pts WE), 2005 Coniglio Atlas Peak, 2005 JR Wine (91pts RP) and 2005 Andrew Geoffrey (92pts RP). Go to www.justvino.net for more info. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
2/25 Thursday:
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra ‘Side-by-Side’ Concert with Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra. The concert will feature both the present and future elite instrumentalists in Western New York on the same stage at the same time – watch how they interact musically! Show begins at 7:30 at Kleinhans.
Music at the Marcy: Thursday Night Concert Series Marcy Casino in Delaware Park (Lincoln Pkwy & Iroquois Drive)
Featuring: The Sportsmen 5:30-8:30pm
2/26 Friday:
Wines of the World: Rotary Club of Buffalo & The Buffalo Rotary Foundation’s Wines of the World 2010 Wine & Food Tasting Event. Enjoy fabulous food from Western New York’s finest restaurants, sample new wines and bid on great items during live and silent auctions. Evening commences at 6pm at Kleinhans Music Hall.
Annual Winterfest at Potters Road Elementary School
Snowshoe demonstration, courtyard dance bash, goal hockey shoot-out, chili cook-off, prizes and giveaways, surprise visits from several local mascots! 675 Potter Rd., West Seneca. This would be a good photo-op! 5-8 pm
Todd Eberwine Band at Hard Rock Café, 8pm
Ghost Hunters at Laughlin’s Restaurant: Join Paranormal TV personalities Chris Conlon and Bill Connelly for a course in ghost hunting. Held at Laughlin's a haunted location, perfect for testing your new skills! Management and staff have experienced the unexplained at this site. Sounds to me like a good, if not semi-creepy, photo-op and story possibility on this ‘other-worldly’ event. Begins at 7pm.
“Son of the Sun and The Trews:” This won’t be your typical “Son of the Sun” performance – the group will unveil an acoustic set on Friday night when they share the stage with Canadian rockers ‘The Trews’ at the Town Ballroom. Show starts at 9pm.
2/27 Saturday:
Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament: Played on the icy shores of Lake Erie at the Erie Basin Marina, 112 teams will compete in approximately 14 divisions, over two cold, long days. Players will lace up their skates for games that start on Saturday – with division final games continuing on Sunday. Games will begin at approximately 7:30 am and continue until 5 pm. Fantastic photo-op (we’d like at least one photographer) and writers are more than welcome as well.
Rita Moreno Kleinhans
The incomparable Rita Moreno - one of just nine winners of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award - brings her vivacious energy and indomitable spirit to the Kleinhans stage. Ms. Moreno has delighted audiences on the stage and screen including such movie classics as West Side Story, Singing in the Rain, and The King and I. 8 pm
An Evening with Dr. Ring
The Winery at Marjim Manor, Appleton, NY
Murdered on February 24th 1909, will he be visiting the site of his death this Birthday week? A Ghost Hunt Featuring the Eastern Paranormal Society 7-11pm
“Son of the Sun:” Couldn’t make it to their late January performance or the acoustic show Friday? Here’s another opportunity to see the local band play at the Croc Bar. The Thermidors, another group interviewed by Buffalo.com, will play a set before. The show will begin at 10pm, with Son of the Sun taking the stage shortly after 11. Here’s Son of the Sun’s “Henry’s England” for a taste.
2/28 Sunday:
31st Annual Canisius High School Chilly Challenge Canisius High School
1180 Delaware Avenue
Traditional run starting at Canisius High School that attracts current students, alumni and enthusiastic runners from the area. 12 pm
Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament: Played on the icy shores of Lake Erie at the Erie Basin Marina, 112 teams will compete in approximately 14 divisions, over two cold, long days. Players will lace up their skates for games that start on Saturday – with division final games continuing on Sunday. Games will begin at approximately 7:30 am and continue until 5 pm. Fantastic photo-op (we’d like at least one photographer) and writers are more than welcome as well.
BPO and The Cat in the Hat!: As part of the Buffalo Philharmonic Family Series, the places you'll go and the things you'll see! The Cat in the Hat is just the beginning and you'll hear much more than just a Who when Matthew Kraemer leads the BPO in this magical program. The performance runs from 2:30pm until 3:30 at Kleinhans Music Hall.
Chinese New Year in East Aurora: Come celebrate the Year of the Tiger!
This day of family fun runs from noon to 4 p.m. at Explore & More in East Aurora and includes sampling delicious Chinese food, learning traditional Chinese calligraphy – and even taking part in the Chinese Lion Dance.
The 2010 Bridal Show at Seneca Allegany Casino: This event will showcase some of the area's finest wedding vendors. Stay on top of the trends and styles that will help make your upcoming nuptials simply unforgettable. The event will feature a fashion show by David’s Bridal and The Lyon's Den at 3 p.m. as well as menu samplings created by the Seneca Allegany Culinary Team. The day begins at noon and closes around 5.
Paranormal Class with the Buffalo Paranormal Investigators 2-4pm
The Winery at Marjim Manor, Appleton, NY
Head to the Marjim Manor this weekend and find out if the Ghost of Dr. Charles Ring haunts the estate. Saturday experts from the Eastern Paranormal Society will guide you through the house and show you the basics of ghost hunting. Sunday they will reveal what they learned while the winery was dark and quiet.
Great work this weekend! We have a lot of excellent photos and articles uploaded on the site. There are numerous events to choose from this week but we’d definitely like to get contributors to the Powder Keg Festival on Saturday as well as the Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament on Saturday and Sunday. Photographs from both of these large events will bring in a lot of views.
Deanna will officially be out of the office next week on maternity leave. Just e-mail us for everything. Make sure to always e-mail this e-mail address with all request and questions. CC Deanna until this Friday.
Thanks!
Deandra Modica
849-6926
Events List 2/23 – 3/1
*Important Events:
Powder Keg Festival, Saturday 2/27 and Sunday 2/28
Downtown Buffalo will be transformed into a festive winter celebration. Coinciding with the Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament, the festival will feature a variety of family-friendly events and promises to become an exciting annual tradition.
It's the stuff of winter dreams, for adults and kids alike: Gathering with friends and family to enjoy hot food and refreshments, ice skating, broom ball, snowshoeing, carriage rides, and the polar bear swim; and unique and offbeat attractions like the World's Largest Ice Maze, igloo building, a snowshoveling contest, and snow tubing down the Skyway Seneca Street ramp. More info at http://www.powderkegfestival.com/
Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament Saturday and Sunday
Lake Erie at the Erie Basin Marina
112 teams will compete in approximately 14 divisions, over two cold, long days. Players will lace up their skates for games that start on Saturday – with division final games continuing on Sunday. Fantastic photo-op for photographers and writers are more than welcome as well. 7:30 am- 5 pm
2/23 Tuesday:
The Israel Ballet UB Center for the Arts
Comprised of dancers from all around the world, this company performs both classic and
original works. 8pm
“Doin’ Time”
Nietzsche’s Bar
Be there for the weekly stand-up comedy show at Nietzsche’s bar; the event will be followed by a performance from Josh Gage and the Genuflektors. 8 pm
2/24 Wednesday:
WAM Buffalo: Presents an appealing mix of writers, artists, and musicians that are featured once per month at the Stillwater. Jazz group ‘On the Sly’ and ‘Saakumu Dance Troupe’ from West Africa are the headliners. 7-9 pm.
Napa Cabernet Tasting Just Vino.
Guests will be able to enjoy and experience six great Cabs from California including 2005 Coniglio Oakville, 2004 Crane Brothers (90pts WE), 2002 Varozza (87 pts WE), 2005 Coniglio Atlas Peak, 2005 JR Wine (91pts RP) and 2005 Andrew Geoffrey (92pts RP). Go to www.justvino.net for more info. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
2/25 Thursday:
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra ‘Side-by-Side’ Concert with Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra. The concert will feature both the present and future elite instrumentalists in Western New York on the same stage at the same time – watch how they interact musically! Show begins at 7:30 at Kleinhans.
Music at the Marcy: Thursday Night Concert Series Marcy Casino in Delaware Park (Lincoln Pkwy & Iroquois Drive)
Featuring: The Sportsmen 5:30-8:30pm
2/26 Friday:
Wines of the World: Rotary Club of Buffalo & The Buffalo Rotary Foundation’s Wines of the World 2010 Wine & Food Tasting Event. Enjoy fabulous food from Western New York’s finest restaurants, sample new wines and bid on great items during live and silent auctions. Evening commences at 6pm at Kleinhans Music Hall.
Annual Winterfest at Potters Road Elementary School
Snowshoe demonstration, courtyard dance bash, goal hockey shoot-out, chili cook-off, prizes and giveaways, surprise visits from several local mascots! 675 Potter Rd., West Seneca. This would be a good photo-op! 5-8 pm
Todd Eberwine Band at Hard Rock Café, 8pm
Ghost Hunters at Laughlin’s Restaurant: Join Paranormal TV personalities Chris Conlon and Bill Connelly for a course in ghost hunting. Held at Laughlin's a haunted location, perfect for testing your new skills! Management and staff have experienced the unexplained at this site. Sounds to me like a good, if not semi-creepy, photo-op and story possibility on this ‘other-worldly’ event. Begins at 7pm.
“Son of the Sun and The Trews:” This won’t be your typical “Son of the Sun” performance – the group will unveil an acoustic set on Friday night when they share the stage with Canadian rockers ‘The Trews’ at the Town Ballroom. Show starts at 9pm.
2/27 Saturday:
Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament: Played on the icy shores of Lake Erie at the Erie Basin Marina, 112 teams will compete in approximately 14 divisions, over two cold, long days. Players will lace up their skates for games that start on Saturday – with division final games continuing on Sunday. Games will begin at approximately 7:30 am and continue until 5 pm. Fantastic photo-op (we’d like at least one photographer) and writers are more than welcome as well.
Rita Moreno Kleinhans
The incomparable Rita Moreno - one of just nine winners of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award - brings her vivacious energy and indomitable spirit to the Kleinhans stage. Ms. Moreno has delighted audiences on the stage and screen including such movie classics as West Side Story, Singing in the Rain, and The King and I. 8 pm
An Evening with Dr. Ring
The Winery at Marjim Manor, Appleton, NY
Murdered on February 24th 1909, will he be visiting the site of his death this Birthday week? A Ghost Hunt Featuring the Eastern Paranormal Society 7-11pm
“Son of the Sun:” Couldn’t make it to their late January performance or the acoustic show Friday? Here’s another opportunity to see the local band play at the Croc Bar. The Thermidors, another group interviewed by Buffalo.com, will play a set before. The show will begin at 10pm, with Son of the Sun taking the stage shortly after 11. Here’s Son of the Sun’s “Henry’s England” for a taste.
2/28 Sunday:
31st Annual Canisius High School Chilly Challenge Canisius High School
1180 Delaware Avenue
Traditional run starting at Canisius High School that attracts current students, alumni and enthusiastic runners from the area. 12 pm
Labatt Blue Pond Hockey Tournament: Played on the icy shores of Lake Erie at the Erie Basin Marina, 112 teams will compete in approximately 14 divisions, over two cold, long days. Players will lace up their skates for games that start on Saturday – with division final games continuing on Sunday. Games will begin at approximately 7:30 am and continue until 5 pm. Fantastic photo-op (we’d like at least one photographer) and writers are more than welcome as well.
BPO and The Cat in the Hat!: As part of the Buffalo Philharmonic Family Series, the places you'll go and the things you'll see! The Cat in the Hat is just the beginning and you'll hear much more than just a Who when Matthew Kraemer leads the BPO in this magical program. The performance runs from 2:30pm until 3:30 at Kleinhans Music Hall.
Chinese New Year in East Aurora: Come celebrate the Year of the Tiger!
This day of family fun runs from noon to 4 p.m. at Explore & More in East Aurora and includes sampling delicious Chinese food, learning traditional Chinese calligraphy – and even taking part in the Chinese Lion Dance.
The 2010 Bridal Show at Seneca Allegany Casino: This event will showcase some of the area's finest wedding vendors. Stay on top of the trends and styles that will help make your upcoming nuptials simply unforgettable. The event will feature a fashion show by David’s Bridal and The Lyon's Den at 3 p.m. as well as menu samplings created by the Seneca Allegany Culinary Team. The day begins at noon and closes around 5.
Paranormal Class with the Buffalo Paranormal Investigators 2-4pm
The Winery at Marjim Manor, Appleton, NY
Head to the Marjim Manor this weekend and find out if the Ghost of Dr. Charles Ring haunts the estate. Saturday experts from the Eastern Paranormal Society will guide you through the house and show you the basics of ghost hunting. Sunday they will reveal what they learned while the winery was dark and quiet.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Wanted: Profile Photos
If you haven't yet uploaded a profile photo to MyBuffalo, please do so ASAP. We have a spot on Buffalo.com to "feature" contributors and in order to make it look just right, we need you all to upload a profile photo.
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Buffalo.com Events 2/15
Buffalo.com Events List 2/15
Tuesday
BuffaloJobFinder.com CareerFest: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Millennium Airport Hotel Buffalo
This is a BuffaloJobFinder.com sponsored event so it would be great to have a writer and photographer cover it! Whether you're ready to start out on a new career track or unemployed and looking for work, Career Fest is the place to be. Companies representing the full spectrum of opportunities in today's job market will be on hand. More info at http://www.buffalojobfinder.com/CareerFest/
Buffalo Sabres Youth Hockey Clinic: HSBC Arena
The last two clinics will take place on Tuesday: morning (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon) and an afternoon session (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.). The Buffalo Sabres are dedicated to the growth and development of youth hockey leagues in Western New York. The goal of these clinics is to inform and instruct each participant on how they can improve every aspects of their own individual game.
Artvoice Mardi Gras 2010 Celebration: 5 p.m. Allentown, the Chippewa District and the Elmwood Strip. Great event for photos! This event is a must!
Drape yourself in beads, join the Fat Tuesday parade and celebrate all night long at more than 45 bars and clubs! The event is a fundraiser for Hospice Buffalo.
More info at http://stor.artvoice.com/mardigras/
Fat Tuesday at the Lafayette Tap Room: 6 p.m. Another great Mardi Gras event to cover! Live music with LeeRon Zydeco, the Hot Tamales and conclude what is sure to be a fun evening with the Eyecandy Burlesque Show.
103.3 THE EDGE Presents The Used with Atreyu: 6:30 p.m. Rapids Theatre (formerly the Dome) in Niagara Falls, NY.
The Used is an American post-hardcore band from Orem, Utah that will definitely put on a great show! Their sound has been classified under many sub-genres of rock and the band has achieved both Gold and Platinum statuses in more than six countries worldwide.
Wednesday
COD: Modern Warfare II Competition: 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Buffalo Wild Wings in Amherst Call of Duty is the hot new video game on the market, dominating the free-time of many teenage to college age students. Check out the craze!
WAM Buffalo: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. At the Stillwater (481 Delaware Avenue)
WAM, a monthly Writers/Artists/Musicians' creative mixer showcases Buffalo talent & encourages conversation and collaboration. With a focus on live & local, WAM features new performers and artists at each event! Expect a nice mix of poetry, music, and open mic time.
Thursday
Music at the Marcy: 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Delaware Park
Delaware Park is the place to be every Thursday night through March 18 for the Music at the Marcy series, live bands, food and beverages and most of all fun. Proceeds go to Buffalo’s Olmsted Parks.
Polar Bites: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Buffalo Niagara Convention Center Benefit for the Buffalo Zoo. Enjoy culinary delights, along with wines, brews and specialty services from some of the area's finest establishments. Guests will enjoy a basket auction, a silent auction and a visit with some animal ambassadors. We still need a writer for this event.
For more information, visit www.buffalozoo.org.
Chrisette Michele: Doors open at 7pm. Tralf Music Hall
An R&B singer/songwriter extraordinaire will showcase her talents at the Tralf; she was nominated for BET’s Best New Artist award and two Grammy’s. If Entertainment Weekly’s description of Michele as a ‘soulful songbird’ is accurate, then she is definitely worth checking out!
Twiztid at the Town Ballroom: Doors open at 7pm. Join the crowd to see Twiztid, the hardcore hip-hop duo perform. They’re sure to put on an entertaining show! Check out some of their music.
Friday
Haiti Earthquake Relief Fundraiser: 6-10 p.m. Tralf Music Hall Guests will enjoy music from the Men in White Choir, D Mott & Sonny Camp, Brother Perry, The Chapel at CrossPoint, Delivered, Marshall Badger, Souls of Solomon, Allstar Band, Sons of Thunder, Evangelistic Temple Community Choir, Paragon and many more. An American Red Cross representative will be on site to accept donations. This would be a great event for both writers and photographers!
Guinness Toast: 6 p.m. - Midnight. Buffalo Irish Center
Annual Guinness Toast featuring Irish Bands, dancers, food, raffles etc. Visit the Buffalo Irish Center to absorb some Irish culture and have a great time!
The Mousetrap: 7:30 p.m. Lancaster Opera House
Agatha Christie’s compelling mystery play will be performed throughout the weekend. Can you pick out who committed the murder before anyone else?
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, with special guest Babik: 7:30 p.m. Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall
The heavily-acclaimed Buffalo-based gypsy jazz band, Babik, will debut their new full-length orchestral show in a concert with the world-renowned Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. Listen as Babik’s distinct style blends with the orchestral accompaniment.
Randy Smith Tribute: 8 pm. Buffalo State College
Watch the Bengals raise a banner honoring the late Randy Smith, one of the greatest athletes in Buffalo basketball history (both collegiate and professional), during halftime of the BSC vs. Cortland men’s basketball game.
Free Music Fridays featuring Weekend: 8pm Hard Rock Cafe, Niagara Falls
More info about this entertaining local band at www.weekendtheband.com
The Communist Party: 10 p.m. The Sound Lab
This electronic music group will perform with The American Dream Team and Smash Gordon.
Saturday
USASA Half-Pipe Competition: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Holiday Valley Excited for the Vancouver Winter Olympics? Take a trip to Holiday Valley for an open snowboarding competition that will prepare you for the games. Come and see what WNY have to offer in winter sports talent!
Greater Buffalo Winter Train & Toy Show 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fairgrounds, Hamburg.
Come and enjoy over 350 tables of toy trains, railroading collectibles, dolls, toys, miniatures, operating layouts, and books. This show benefits WNY Railway Society and will have something for the whole family to enjoy.
Evangola State Park 5th Annual Winter Festival: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Evangola State Park, Irving. Every aspect that makes winter a great season is available at the Winter Fest; Hot Food & Drinks served in Warm Up Room, Hay Rides, Snowman Building Contest, Snowmobile Sleigh Rides, Marshmallow Roasting, Tours of the Ice Volcanoes & Snowshoes Loaned 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Cast Iron Cooking, Rope Maze, & Rope Jousting. Guided Cross-County Ski Tour at 11 a.m. and Firefighter Winter Rescue Competition at 2 p.m.
Time Warner Cable Wideband Fastest Shot Contest 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Time Warner Cable Classic Rink in East Aurora; Free Open skate is 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
First-ever Wideband Fastest Shot Contest. Shooters will each take three shots that will be clocked with a radar gun, and the competitor with the fastest shot in each of six categories will win a grand prize as well as the title of “Fastest Shot in WNY.” All ages of shooters are invited to participate and great prizes will be awarded to everyone.
UB Winter Fest: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Lake LaSalle on UB North Campus. Enjoy the fun of winter in Buffalo. Events, music, food and prizes. Watch Broomball, Curling, Human dog sled races, and more! More info at http://housing.buffalo.edu/winterfest.
8th Annual Western New York Black Film Festival: 6 p.m. Market Arcade Film and Arts Centre Enjoy a grand red carpet reception, the screening of three short films and a post screening discussion with the producers. More info at http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1190
This Is An Empire: 6:00 p.m. Mohawk Place
The local band is set to round out 2009 with fresh material, a new lineup, a new outlook, and looking to prove that what they have is more than a band. They will be performing with It’s a Firefight, Inlite, Sunday Radio and Tubestar.
Buffalo's Biggest Bachlorette Party: 6 p.m. - 12 a.m. Buffalo Beach House, Amherst Calling all Brides (or those that want to be!) gather your girlfriends for a fun filled night of drinks, snacks, and entertainment. This would be a huge photo-op!
More info at http://www.buffalobeachhouse.com/
Buffalo Championship Wrestling: 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Debuts in Orchard Park, NY.
Location: Frank Young's Sports Arena 3651 North Buffalo St.
Former ECW/WWE star Colin Delaney scheduled to appear along with Pepper Parks, Chet "The Jett" Jablonski and all of your favorite BCW stars.
“Thunder Slam” Monster Trucks Motorsport Spectacular: 7:30 p.m. HSBC Arena
With trucks named ‘Big Foot,’ ‘Bear Foot,’ and ‘Twisted Dragon,’ what could be more appealing than giant-wheeled vehicles doing donuts and pummeling cars? Very little, I’d imagine. More info at http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1181
The Mousetrap: 7:30 p.m. Lancaster Opera House
Agatha Christie’s compelling mystery play will be performed throughout the weekend. Can you pick out who committed the murder before anyone else?
10th Annual Martini Gras: 8 p.m.- 12 a.m. Shea’s Performing Arts Center
Shea's version of Bourbon Street comes alive! Sponsored by Star 102.5, this event will feature the crucial elements of Mardi Gras. The event features live entertainment by The Ifs on the Shea’s stage, Saxman Slim in Intermission Lounge, psychic readings, caricaturist and airbrush artist, and basket raffles. Must be 21 or older to attend. More info at http://www.sheas.org/
I Love Saved By The Bell Dance Party at “The Max”: 10 p.m. Mohawk Place Stay after This Is An Empire’s show or come at 10 for the conversion of Mohawk Place into THE MAX. Get ready to dance it out in your favorite 90's/Saved By The Bell gear. We are giving out free Saved By The Bell swag!
This would be a great event for photos and an article!
Sunday
USASA Half-Pipe Competition: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Holiday Valley Excited for the Vancouver Winter Olympics? Take a trip to Holiday Valley for an open snowboarding competition that will prepare you for the games. Come and see what WNY have to offer in winter sports talent! As a follow up to Saturday’s halfpipe challenge, take a look at these gifted snowboarders in the slopestyle event.
Greater Buffalo Winter Train & Toy Show 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Fairgrounds, Hamburg.
Over 350 tables of toy trains, railroading collectibles, dolls, toys, miniatures, operating layouts, and books. Benefits WNY Railway Society and will have something for the whole family to enjoy.
Evangola State Park 5th Annual Winter Festival: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Evangola State Park, Irving. Every aspect that makes winter a great season is available at the Winter Fest; Hot Food & Drinks served in Warm Up Room, Hay Rides, Snowman Building Contest, Snowmobile Sleigh Rides, Marshmallow Roasting, Tours of the Ice Volcanoes & Snowshoes Loaned 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Cast Iron Cooking, Rope Maze, & Rope Jousting.
The Mousetrap: 2:30 p.m. Lancaster Opera House
Agatha Christie’s compelling mystery play will be performed throughout the weekend. Can you pick out who committed the murder before anyone else?
“Thunder Slam” Monster Trucks Motorsport Spectacular: 3:00 p.m. HSBC Arena
With trucks named ‘Big Foot,’ ‘Bear Foot,’ and ‘Twisted Dragon,’ what could be more appealing than giant-wheeled vehicles doing donuts and pummeling cars? Very little, I’d imagine. More info at http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1181
"Cake Boss" Buddy Valastro: 2 sessions: 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel, Bear's Den Showroom
Treat yourself to an evening with this renowned cake artist and owner of Carlo’s City Hall Bake Shop in Hoboken, New Jersey as he answers your questions and shares some of his confectionary secrets!
TT New York's 2010 VIP Prom Dress Release Party : Eastern Hills Mall. Check with me for the time. Enjoy a fashion show hosted by Janet Snyder and meet TT New York's designer Jimmy Lee!
Tuesday
BuffaloJobFinder.com CareerFest: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Millennium Airport Hotel Buffalo
This is a BuffaloJobFinder.com sponsored event so it would be great to have a writer and photographer cover it! Whether you're ready to start out on a new career track or unemployed and looking for work, Career Fest is the place to be. Companies representing the full spectrum of opportunities in today's job market will be on hand. More info at http://www.buffalojobfinder.com/CareerFest/
Buffalo Sabres Youth Hockey Clinic: HSBC Arena
The last two clinics will take place on Tuesday: morning (9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon) and an afternoon session (1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.). The Buffalo Sabres are dedicated to the growth and development of youth hockey leagues in Western New York. The goal of these clinics is to inform and instruct each participant on how they can improve every aspects of their own individual game.
Artvoice Mardi Gras 2010 Celebration: 5 p.m. Allentown, the Chippewa District and the Elmwood Strip. Great event for photos! This event is a must!
Drape yourself in beads, join the Fat Tuesday parade and celebrate all night long at more than 45 bars and clubs! The event is a fundraiser for Hospice Buffalo.
More info at http://stor.artvoice.com/mardigras/
Fat Tuesday at the Lafayette Tap Room: 6 p.m. Another great Mardi Gras event to cover! Live music with LeeRon Zydeco, the Hot Tamales and conclude what is sure to be a fun evening with the Eyecandy Burlesque Show.
103.3 THE EDGE Presents The Used with Atreyu: 6:30 p.m. Rapids Theatre (formerly the Dome) in Niagara Falls, NY.
The Used is an American post-hardcore band from Orem, Utah that will definitely put on a great show! Their sound has been classified under many sub-genres of rock and the band has achieved both Gold and Platinum statuses in more than six countries worldwide.
Wednesday
COD: Modern Warfare II Competition: 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Buffalo Wild Wings in Amherst Call of Duty is the hot new video game on the market, dominating the free-time of many teenage to college age students. Check out the craze!
WAM Buffalo: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. At the Stillwater (481 Delaware Avenue)
WAM, a monthly Writers/Artists/Musicians' creative mixer showcases Buffalo talent & encourages conversation and collaboration. With a focus on live & local, WAM features new performers and artists at each event! Expect a nice mix of poetry, music, and open mic time.
Thursday
Music at the Marcy: 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Delaware Park
Delaware Park is the place to be every Thursday night through March 18 for the Music at the Marcy series, live bands, food and beverages and most of all fun. Proceeds go to Buffalo’s Olmsted Parks.
Polar Bites: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Buffalo Niagara Convention Center Benefit for the Buffalo Zoo. Enjoy culinary delights, along with wines, brews and specialty services from some of the area's finest establishments. Guests will enjoy a basket auction, a silent auction and a visit with some animal ambassadors. We still need a writer for this event.
For more information, visit www.buffalozoo.org.
Chrisette Michele: Doors open at 7pm. Tralf Music Hall
An R&B singer/songwriter extraordinaire will showcase her talents at the Tralf; she was nominated for BET’s Best New Artist award and two Grammy’s. If Entertainment Weekly’s description of Michele as a ‘soulful songbird’ is accurate, then she is definitely worth checking out!
Twiztid at the Town Ballroom: Doors open at 7pm. Join the crowd to see Twiztid, the hardcore hip-hop duo perform. They’re sure to put on an entertaining show! Check out some of their music.
Friday
Haiti Earthquake Relief Fundraiser: 6-10 p.m. Tralf Music Hall Guests will enjoy music from the Men in White Choir, D Mott & Sonny Camp, Brother Perry, The Chapel at CrossPoint, Delivered, Marshall Badger, Souls of Solomon, Allstar Band, Sons of Thunder, Evangelistic Temple Community Choir, Paragon and many more. An American Red Cross representative will be on site to accept donations. This would be a great event for both writers and photographers!
Guinness Toast: 6 p.m. - Midnight. Buffalo Irish Center
Annual Guinness Toast featuring Irish Bands, dancers, food, raffles etc. Visit the Buffalo Irish Center to absorb some Irish culture and have a great time!
The Mousetrap: 7:30 p.m. Lancaster Opera House
Agatha Christie’s compelling mystery play will be performed throughout the weekend. Can you pick out who committed the murder before anyone else?
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, with special guest Babik: 7:30 p.m. Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall
The heavily-acclaimed Buffalo-based gypsy jazz band, Babik, will debut their new full-length orchestral show in a concert with the world-renowned Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra. Listen as Babik’s distinct style blends with the orchestral accompaniment.
Randy Smith Tribute: 8 pm. Buffalo State College
Watch the Bengals raise a banner honoring the late Randy Smith, one of the greatest athletes in Buffalo basketball history (both collegiate and professional), during halftime of the BSC vs. Cortland men’s basketball game.
Free Music Fridays featuring Weekend: 8pm Hard Rock Cafe, Niagara Falls
More info about this entertaining local band at www.weekendtheband.com
The Communist Party: 10 p.m. The Sound Lab
This electronic music group will perform with The American Dream Team and Smash Gordon.
Saturday
USASA Half-Pipe Competition: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Holiday Valley Excited for the Vancouver Winter Olympics? Take a trip to Holiday Valley for an open snowboarding competition that will prepare you for the games. Come and see what WNY have to offer in winter sports talent!
Greater Buffalo Winter Train & Toy Show 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fairgrounds, Hamburg.
Come and enjoy over 350 tables of toy trains, railroading collectibles, dolls, toys, miniatures, operating layouts, and books. This show benefits WNY Railway Society and will have something for the whole family to enjoy.
Evangola State Park 5th Annual Winter Festival: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Evangola State Park, Irving. Every aspect that makes winter a great season is available at the Winter Fest; Hot Food & Drinks served in Warm Up Room, Hay Rides, Snowman Building Contest, Snowmobile Sleigh Rides, Marshmallow Roasting, Tours of the Ice Volcanoes & Snowshoes Loaned 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Cast Iron Cooking, Rope Maze, & Rope Jousting. Guided Cross-County Ski Tour at 11 a.m. and Firefighter Winter Rescue Competition at 2 p.m.
Time Warner Cable Wideband Fastest Shot Contest 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Time Warner Cable Classic Rink in East Aurora; Free Open skate is 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
First-ever Wideband Fastest Shot Contest. Shooters will each take three shots that will be clocked with a radar gun, and the competitor with the fastest shot in each of six categories will win a grand prize as well as the title of “Fastest Shot in WNY.” All ages of shooters are invited to participate and great prizes will be awarded to everyone.
UB Winter Fest: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Lake LaSalle on UB North Campus. Enjoy the fun of winter in Buffalo. Events, music, food and prizes. Watch Broomball, Curling, Human dog sled races, and more! More info at http://housing.buffalo.edu/winterfest.
8th Annual Western New York Black Film Festival: 6 p.m. Market Arcade Film and Arts Centre Enjoy a grand red carpet reception, the screening of three short films and a post screening discussion with the producers. More info at http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1190
This Is An Empire: 6:00 p.m. Mohawk Place
The local band is set to round out 2009 with fresh material, a new lineup, a new outlook, and looking to prove that what they have is more than a band. They will be performing with It’s a Firefight, Inlite, Sunday Radio and Tubestar.
Buffalo's Biggest Bachlorette Party: 6 p.m. - 12 a.m. Buffalo Beach House, Amherst Calling all Brides (or those that want to be!) gather your girlfriends for a fun filled night of drinks, snacks, and entertainment. This would be a huge photo-op!
More info at http://www.buffalobeachhouse.com/
Buffalo Championship Wrestling: 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Debuts in Orchard Park, NY.
Location: Frank Young's Sports Arena 3651 North Buffalo St.
Former ECW/WWE star Colin Delaney scheduled to appear along with Pepper Parks, Chet "The Jett" Jablonski and all of your favorite BCW stars.
“Thunder Slam” Monster Trucks Motorsport Spectacular: 7:30 p.m. HSBC Arena
With trucks named ‘Big Foot,’ ‘Bear Foot,’ and ‘Twisted Dragon,’ what could be more appealing than giant-wheeled vehicles doing donuts and pummeling cars? Very little, I’d imagine. More info at http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1181
The Mousetrap: 7:30 p.m. Lancaster Opera House
Agatha Christie’s compelling mystery play will be performed throughout the weekend. Can you pick out who committed the murder before anyone else?
10th Annual Martini Gras: 8 p.m.- 12 a.m. Shea’s Performing Arts Center
Shea's version of Bourbon Street comes alive! Sponsored by Star 102.5, this event will feature the crucial elements of Mardi Gras. The event features live entertainment by The Ifs on the Shea’s stage, Saxman Slim in Intermission Lounge, psychic readings, caricaturist and airbrush artist, and basket raffles. Must be 21 or older to attend. More info at http://www.sheas.org/
I Love Saved By The Bell Dance Party at “The Max”: 10 p.m. Mohawk Place Stay after This Is An Empire’s show or come at 10 for the conversion of Mohawk Place into THE MAX. Get ready to dance it out in your favorite 90's/Saved By The Bell gear. We are giving out free Saved By The Bell swag!
This would be a great event for photos and an article!
Sunday
USASA Half-Pipe Competition: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Holiday Valley Excited for the Vancouver Winter Olympics? Take a trip to Holiday Valley for an open snowboarding competition that will prepare you for the games. Come and see what WNY have to offer in winter sports talent! As a follow up to Saturday’s halfpipe challenge, take a look at these gifted snowboarders in the slopestyle event.
Greater Buffalo Winter Train & Toy Show 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Fairgrounds, Hamburg.
Over 350 tables of toy trains, railroading collectibles, dolls, toys, miniatures, operating layouts, and books. Benefits WNY Railway Society and will have something for the whole family to enjoy.
Evangola State Park 5th Annual Winter Festival: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Evangola State Park, Irving. Every aspect that makes winter a great season is available at the Winter Fest; Hot Food & Drinks served in Warm Up Room, Hay Rides, Snowman Building Contest, Snowmobile Sleigh Rides, Marshmallow Roasting, Tours of the Ice Volcanoes & Snowshoes Loaned 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., Cast Iron Cooking, Rope Maze, & Rope Jousting.
The Mousetrap: 2:30 p.m. Lancaster Opera House
Agatha Christie’s compelling mystery play will be performed throughout the weekend. Can you pick out who committed the murder before anyone else?
“Thunder Slam” Monster Trucks Motorsport Spectacular: 3:00 p.m. HSBC Arena
With trucks named ‘Big Foot,’ ‘Bear Foot,’ and ‘Twisted Dragon,’ what could be more appealing than giant-wheeled vehicles doing donuts and pummeling cars? Very little, I’d imagine. More info at http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1181
"Cake Boss" Buddy Valastro: 2 sessions: 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel, Bear's Den Showroom
Treat yourself to an evening with this renowned cake artist and owner of Carlo’s City Hall Bake Shop in Hoboken, New Jersey as he answers your questions and shares some of his confectionary secrets!
TT New York's 2010 VIP Prom Dress Release Party : Eastern Hills Mall. Check with me for the time. Enjoy a fashion show hosted by Janet Snyder and meet TT New York's designer Jimmy Lee!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Events List 2/8/10
Wednesday
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
Thursday
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
WNY Home & Garden Expo, It runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. More information at http://www.the-fairgrounds.com/
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra INFORMance: This event is perfect for our young writers and photographers! It’s sponsored by Buffalo Niagara 360. Haven't been to Kleinhans since your elementary school field trip or high school graduation? Come get reconnected to one of Buffalo's greatest treasures! The League of American Orchestras Conducting Fellow Joseph Young will lead BPO musicians in a classically informal concert experience in the Mary Seaton Room at Kleinhans Music Hall. 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 5:30pm Cocktail Hour, 6:30 pm Concert Performance
The Musical Box: Genesis “Trick of the Tail” is performed in painstaking detail including original slides, films, laser events, special events and original song list as presented by Genesis in 1976 to capture this important moment in Genesis history, 8pm
The Historic Riviera Theatre presents The Musical Box performing Genesis’ “Trick of the Tail”. It’s performed in painstaking detail including original slides, films, laser events, special events and original song list as presented by Genesis in 1976 to capture this important moment in Genesis history. 8pm
Five Finger Death Punch: An evening of metal featuring Five Finger Death Punch. Special guests for the evening will be Shadows Fall, Throwdown and 2 Cents. Town Ballroom, 5:30pm
Labatt Blue Light, The Good Neighborhood and Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper are teaming up to present the inaugural Blue Light Border Cross, a 3-day event representing Canadian bands in Buffalo venues. Blue Light Border Cross celebrates the bond between our two countries and the waters we share, while continuing Buffalo’s great legacy as a gateway city for Canadian artists into the American music scene, with proceeds going to the preservation and protection efforts of Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper. Email me for more information.
Friday
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
WNY Home & Garden Expo, It runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. More information at http://www.the-fairgrounds.com/
The Heiress, a play by Ruth & Augustus Goetz at Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society: This compelling romantic drama is set within the upper class of New York City in 1850. It follows a painfully shy woman as she defies her powerful father to be with the man she loves, but at a terrible cost. The Playhouse of American Classics will produce this drama as “chamber theatre,” which is a highly-rehearsed, staged reading. 8pm
Flyleaf at Town Ballroom: They're on tour continuing their support for their recently released sophomore album Momento Mori, which debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200. The video for the album's first single, "Again" (View Here), has enjoyed heavy rotation on MTVU and Fuse.
Star Sweetheart Ball 2010: Samuel's Grand Manor. Romantic Dinner for Entourage and Valentine VIPs: 6 30pm to 8pm
Free Music Friday Featuring: Jack Civiletto & the Uptown Blues Band, @ 8 PM
Sabres Alumni Basketball: The Buffalo Sabres Alumni will play basketball tonight against the Barker Central Faculty, Barker High School, 1628 Quaker Rd., Barker, NY, 7-8:30 pm
Saturday
5th Annual Dash for The Dome 5K Race & Walk: Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Ave., Buffalo, 10:30am
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
WNY Home & Garden Expo, It runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. More information at http://www.the-fairgrounds.com/
USA Niagara Over The Falls Nationals Global Cheer Alliance 2010, Niagara Falls Convention Center, Niagara Falls, NY
Buffalo.com is sponsoring the UB vs. Kent State Basketball double-header, UB Alumni Arena, Noon: We already have a writer and photographer, Ben K. may need some assistance at the game as there should be a Buffalo.com presence.
The Heiress, a play by Ruth & Augustus Goetz at Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society: This compelling romantic drama is set within the upper class of New York City in 1850. It follows a painfully shy woman as she defies her powerful father to be with the man she loves, but at a terrible cost. The Playhouse of American Classics will produce this drama as “chamber theatre,” which is a highly-rehearsed, staged reading. 2pm
Queen City Roller Girls: The Alley Katz will take on the Suicidal Saucies at Rainbow Roller Rink, 104 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda, doors open at 6:30pm, bout starts at 7:30pm
Sunday
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
WNY Home & Garden Expo, It runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. More information at http://www.the-fairgrounds.com/
USA Niagara Over The Falls Nationals Global Cheer Alliance, 2010 Niagara Falls Convention Center, Niagara Falls, NY
Bunny Up For Gabrielle: at Nietzsche's 248 Allen Street downtown Buffalo, we are Bunnying-Up on Valentine's Day to celebrate the beautiful life of our fabulous friend, Gabrielle Bouliane. This fundraising party will be the perfect way to honor L*O*V*E, Gabby style! Gabrielle left this world end of January 2010 due to a rare form of cancer. This benefit is a celebration of her life. Gabrielle was a forerunner in supporting the arts, music and literary scene in Buffalo and WNY, bringing National and Global exposure to artists, musicians and this fine city. All funds donated on Feb 14, will go directly to Gabrielle's parents. A new fund will be announced in Gabrielle's honor to assist an emerging leader in cancer survival or one wishing to pursue the field of arts.
Several musicians will donate their time and talent. 2-11pm
The Heiress, a play by Ruth & Augustus Goetz at Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society: This compelling romantic drama is set within the upper class of New York City in 1850. It follows a painfully shy woman as she defies her powerful father to be with the man she loves, but at a terrible cost. The Playhouse of American Classics will produce this drama as “chamber theatre,” which is a highly-rehearsed, staged reading. 2pm, 6pm
Daytona 500 Race Party: Carriagers Social Club 224 Fisher Road West Seneca, NY: 11:30am, two floors to party on . Multiple large screen TVs . Autographed memorabilia and prizes.
Monday
Toast & Jam: Get ready to lose those winter blues! Toast & Jam, now in its 11th year, starts on Monday, February 15th, 7-10pm at the Brickyard Pub, 432 Center St., Lewiston. This jazz-jamming, blues-rocking, poetry-reading coffeehouse event is back by popular demand and continues for 6 Mondays
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
Thursday
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
WNY Home & Garden Expo, It runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. More information at http://www.the-fairgrounds.com/
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra INFORMance: This event is perfect for our young writers and photographers! It’s sponsored by Buffalo Niagara 360. Haven't been to Kleinhans since your elementary school field trip or high school graduation? Come get reconnected to one of Buffalo's greatest treasures! The League of American Orchestras Conducting Fellow Joseph Young will lead BPO musicians in a classically informal concert experience in the Mary Seaton Room at Kleinhans Music Hall. 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 5:30pm Cocktail Hour, 6:30 pm Concert Performance
The Musical Box: Genesis “Trick of the Tail” is performed in painstaking detail including original slides, films, laser events, special events and original song list as presented by Genesis in 1976 to capture this important moment in Genesis history, 8pm
The Historic Riviera Theatre presents The Musical Box performing Genesis’ “Trick of the Tail”. It’s performed in painstaking detail including original slides, films, laser events, special events and original song list as presented by Genesis in 1976 to capture this important moment in Genesis history. 8pm
Five Finger Death Punch: An evening of metal featuring Five Finger Death Punch. Special guests for the evening will be Shadows Fall, Throwdown and 2 Cents. Town Ballroom, 5:30pm
Labatt Blue Light, The Good Neighborhood and Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper are teaming up to present the inaugural Blue Light Border Cross, a 3-day event representing Canadian bands in Buffalo venues. Blue Light Border Cross celebrates the bond between our two countries and the waters we share, while continuing Buffalo’s great legacy as a gateway city for Canadian artists into the American music scene, with proceeds going to the preservation and protection efforts of Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper. Email me for more information.
Friday
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
WNY Home & Garden Expo, It runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. More information at http://www.the-fairgrounds.com/
The Heiress, a play by Ruth & Augustus Goetz at Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society: This compelling romantic drama is set within the upper class of New York City in 1850. It follows a painfully shy woman as she defies her powerful father to be with the man she loves, but at a terrible cost. The Playhouse of American Classics will produce this drama as “chamber theatre,” which is a highly-rehearsed, staged reading. 8pm
Flyleaf at Town Ballroom: They're on tour continuing their support for their recently released sophomore album Momento Mori, which debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200. The video for the album's first single, "Again" (View Here), has enjoyed heavy rotation on MTVU and Fuse.
Star Sweetheart Ball 2010: Samuel's Grand Manor. Romantic Dinner for Entourage and Valentine VIPs: 6 30pm to 8pm
Free Music Friday Featuring: Jack Civiletto & the Uptown Blues Band, @ 8 PM
Sabres Alumni Basketball: The Buffalo Sabres Alumni will play basketball tonight against the Barker Central Faculty, Barker High School, 1628 Quaker Rd., Barker, NY, 7-8:30 pm
Saturday
5th Annual Dash for The Dome 5K Race & Walk: Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Ave., Buffalo, 10:30am
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
WNY Home & Garden Expo, It runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. More information at http://www.the-fairgrounds.com/
USA Niagara Over The Falls Nationals Global Cheer Alliance 2010, Niagara Falls Convention Center, Niagara Falls, NY
Buffalo.com is sponsoring the UB vs. Kent State Basketball double-header, UB Alumni Arena, Noon: We already have a writer and photographer, Ben K. may need some assistance at the game as there should be a Buffalo.com presence.
The Heiress, a play by Ruth & Augustus Goetz at Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society: This compelling romantic drama is set within the upper class of New York City in 1850. It follows a painfully shy woman as she defies her powerful father to be with the man she loves, but at a terrible cost. The Playhouse of American Classics will produce this drama as “chamber theatre,” which is a highly-rehearsed, staged reading. 2pm
Queen City Roller Girls: The Alley Katz will take on the Suicidal Saucies at Rainbow Roller Rink, 104 Oliver Street, North Tonawanda, doors open at 6:30pm, bout starts at 7:30pm
Sunday
2010 Buffalo Auto Show: TBN, BuffaloCars.com is a sponsor – we must get photos at this event! It runs from Wednesday through Sunday at the Convention Center. More info at http://www.buffaloautoshow.com/
WNY Home & Garden Expo, It runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. More information at http://www.the-fairgrounds.com/
USA Niagara Over The Falls Nationals Global Cheer Alliance, 2010 Niagara Falls Convention Center, Niagara Falls, NY
Bunny Up For Gabrielle: at Nietzsche's 248 Allen Street downtown Buffalo, we are Bunnying-Up on Valentine's Day to celebrate the beautiful life of our fabulous friend, Gabrielle Bouliane. This fundraising party will be the perfect way to honor L*O*V*E, Gabby style! Gabrielle left this world end of January 2010 due to a rare form of cancer. This benefit is a celebration of her life. Gabrielle was a forerunner in supporting the arts, music and literary scene in Buffalo and WNY, bringing National and Global exposure to artists, musicians and this fine city. All funds donated on Feb 14, will go directly to Gabrielle's parents. A new fund will be announced in Gabrielle's honor to assist an emerging leader in cancer survival or one wishing to pursue the field of arts.
Several musicians will donate their time and talent. 2-11pm
The Heiress, a play by Ruth & Augustus Goetz at Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society: This compelling romantic drama is set within the upper class of New York City in 1850. It follows a painfully shy woman as she defies her powerful father to be with the man she loves, but at a terrible cost. The Playhouse of American Classics will produce this drama as “chamber theatre,” which is a highly-rehearsed, staged reading. 2pm, 6pm
Daytona 500 Race Party: Carriagers Social Club 224 Fisher Road West Seneca, NY: 11:30am, two floors to party on . Multiple large screen TVs . Autographed memorabilia and prizes.
Monday
Toast & Jam: Get ready to lose those winter blues! Toast & Jam, now in its 11th year, starts on Monday, February 15th, 7-10pm at the Brickyard Pub, 432 Center St., Lewiston. This jazz-jamming, blues-rocking, poetry-reading coffeehouse event is back by popular demand and continues for 6 Mondays
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