Hi Everyone,
Thanks to everyone who went out this weekend! There are a lot of great photos and reviews up on the site! There’s a lot to choose from this week so make sure the read the whole list. :)
Have a great week!
Sincerely,
Deandra Modica
849-6926
Here are the events we really want to get to this week:
*Tonight:
Best of Buffalo Town Ballroom- 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
A free showcase and celebration of what our readers say are the best things about our city for food, entertainment, people, places, shops, and much more
We'll be announcing the top winners in each category.
With well over 500 nominees, it's expected to be well attended. But it isn't just the honored guests who are invited, the party is free and open to the public.
There will be DJ sets from Shock & Awe and emcee bits from comedian Kristen Becker (of the Dykes of Hazard).
There will be food to sample from as many of the nominated restaurants as we can get to come, and hopefully we'll be able to spot some local celebrities among the crowd.
Wednesday:
EOTO with guests David Wasik and others Tralf Music Hall 8 p.m.
Read what Jeff Miers said about these great musicians in the Gusto: http://www.buffalonews.com/2010/04/23/1028532/ghost-in-the-machine.html
Myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/eotomusic
Friday:
Hard Rock Battle of the Bands Final Battle Hard Rock Café- 9:00 p.m.
The Hard Rock in Niagara Falls, USA is one of 27 Hard Rock locations to host a judged battle of the bands, with the ultimate winner playing on stage at the 2010 Hard Rock Calling festival in London, featuring performances by Paul McCartney, Pearl Jam, The Hives and many more.
One winner from each Hard Rock Cafe will move on to the 2nd round, in which a video recording of each winner’s highest scoring song from the 1st round will be judged by a panel of artists and music industry insiders*, including Little Steven Van Zandt. The top bands will go on to the 3rd round, with their performances posted online for a public vote.
Saturday:
16th Annual Greater Buffalo Track Club Half Marathon Beaver Island State Park 10:00 a.m.
Flat, fast, out and back course on West River Road. Chip timing. Gold, silver or bronze medal to each finisher.
More info on: http://www.greaterbuffalotrackclub.com/
Country in the City Buffalo Niagara Convention Center-2:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Get your dancin' boots ready for the first annual County in the City country music festival/fundraiser to benefit Pet Connection Programs Inc. The event will feature the music of Bareback Jack from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. and West of the Mark from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. In between the bands, comedian Nick Siracuse will entertain from approximately 5:40 to 6:20 p.m. There will be food, auctions, raffles, giveaways and much more.
Artists & Models: Stimulus at the Rock Harbor Yard 9:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.
In the past 21 incarnations of Hallwalls' Artists & Models Affair, a multitude of Buffalo sites have served as the locus for temporary artistic expressions and controlled insanity: the Broadway Market, abandoned factories, warehouses, auto showrooms, roller rinks and department stores, the Tri-Main Center and the Buffalo Convention Center. This year's event, officially the 22nd version of A&M will take place at Rock Harbor Yard, conveniently located a few minutes from Buffalo State College and Elmwood Village. As always, the site for A&M represents a location, a state of being, a condition, an apparition, a temporary psychosis, an inevitably, a breeding ground for frivolity!
Sunday:
Cobra Starship and 3Oh!3 Rapids Theater, Niagara Falls 6:00 p.m.
We have a photographer attending the concert and are looking for a writer. Both bands are big names and are sure to put on an energetic performance!
Events List 4/26/10
Tonight
Best of Buffalo Town Ballroom- 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
A free showcase and celebration of what our readers say are the best things about our city for food, entertainment, people, places, shops, and much more
We'll be announcing the top winners in each category.
With well over 500 nominees, it's expected to be well attended. But it isn't just the honored guests who are invited, the party is free and open to the public.
There will be DJ sets from Shock & Awe and emcee bits from comedian Kristen Becker (of the Dykes of Hazard).
There will be food to sample from as many of the nominated restaurants as we can get to come, and hopefully we'll be able to spot some local celebrities among the crowd.
Tuesday
Tyler Perry’s “Madea’s Big Happy Family” HSBC Arena 7:30 p.m.
This production features the silver-headed, plus size force of nature whose disciplinary attitude often sends her relatives running for cover! The play tells the story of Miss Shirley, an aging mother who has just received a diagnosis of terminal cancer. With the help of Madea she assembles her grown children and their significant others for a final gathering during which time loyalties are tested and unpleasant truths are spoiled. You have never seen Madea like this uncut and unrated! In a time of crisis, Madea puts the family's life in perspective with a hilarious twist on financial difficulties, drugs and most important family secrets. The next generation has a lot to learn, and in her own way she expresses deliverance won't change you to someone else, but will allow you to be who you really are. Ain't nothing like family!
Wednesday
Party in the Plaza HSBC Arena 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Hopefully the Sabres win tonight so we can hang out in the Plaza before the game again!
EOTO with guests David Wasik and others Tralf Music Hall 8 p.m.
Read what Jeff Miers said about these great musicians in the Gusto: http://www.buffalonews.com/2010/04/23/1028532/ghost-in-the-machine.html
Myspace page: http://www.myspace.com/eotomusic
Thursday
Tony Walker & Co. Shopping Spree and Cocktail Party Walker Center, 5110 Main St., Williamsville – 7:00 p.m.
A night of shopping, food giveaways, and a fashion show. This looks like a great event!
Minus the Bear Town Ballroom Doors will open at 7:00 p.m.
The band is known for an exhilarating live show and a devoted fan base.
Find more info about the band here: http://minusthebear.com/
Tooley and Mary, music and lyrics by Neal Radice Alleyway Theatre-7:30 p.m.
Tooley and Mary is performed by a small ensemble of dancers accompanied by three vocalists who sketch-in the allegorical plot of this all music production. Though its story is intended to carry the viewer beyond the mere literal, at its most elementary, Tooley and Mary tells of a small town boy of the 1950’s who becomes an average teenager of the 1960’s. When he leaves his high school sweetheart behind and moves to the big city, he discovers that he’s not so ordinary after all.
Tooley and Mary will premier with a live band on stage at Alleyway Theatre as a blend of music, dance, lyrics, stage lighting and projections.
Friday
A Fresh New You Fashion Show St. Mary’s High School- Doors open at 5:30, dinner at 6:30, and show at 8pm.
Come enjoy fashions provided by Stein Mart, The New York Store, Dress Barn, Tuxedo Junction and dinner from Ripa's Restaurant.
The Genkin Philharmonic Tralf Music Hall. 7:00 p.m.
"Originally conceived as a class at UB, its mission was to provide a uniquely challenging opportunity for students to study and perform contemporary music that draws on musical genres spanning rock, jazz, improvised and classical music."
“Exercise Your Creativity!” Albright-Knox Art Gallery 7:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
This is a fun and informative presentation that indentifies a cutting edge approach for using health and fitness training to enhance ones ability to produce creative art. The event will take place from 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. with a discussion and workshop and will feature Dan Mitchell, a nationally certified personal trainer, Aikido Blackbelt Instructor, Award Winning Writer and sculptor and owner of The Soap Box Personal Training Studio.
BCAS presents "Sounds of Spring!" Lippes Concert Hall in Slee Hall, SUNY at Buffalo, Amherst Campus - 7:30 p.m.
The Buffalo Choral Arts Society, Marcia A. Giambrone, Conductor/Music Director, and John F. Mitton, Accompanist, rolls up its collective sleeves and presents Sounds of Spring!, a lighter "pops" concert for this final pair of performances closing out the 44th season.
BCAS members will take the spotlight sharing their solo talents. Toe-tapping tunes and choral medleys surround individual performances of well-known songs representing an eclectic range of music from pop to Broadway, spirituals to American classics.
Tooley and Mary, music and lyrics by Neal Radice Alleyway Theatre-7:30 p.m.
Tooley and Mary is performed by a small ensemble of dancers accompanied by three vocalists who sketch-in the allegorical plot of this all music production. Though its story is intended to carry the viewer beyond the mere literal, at its most elementary, Tooley and Mary tells of a small town boy of the 1950’s who becomes an average teenager of the 1960’s. When he leaves his high school sweetheart behind and moves to the big city, he discovers that he’s not so ordinary after all.
Tooley and Mary will premier with a live band on stage at Alleyway Theatre as a blend of music, dance, lyrics, stage lighting and projections.
“Dr. Dirty” John Valby & Eye Canday Burlesque– Riviera Theatre -8:00 pm
After spending an evening with John Valby, audiences find themselves wanting more and more of him. What makes Valby so unique and entertaining is his uncommon rapport with the audience and his ability to mix his musical talent with a mad-cap variety of “Dirty Ditties”. The ladies of Eye Candy will be the opening act. Paying homage to Dr. Dirty himself, the girls will be performing a raunchy burlesque show packed with sex, wit, humor and fun!
Peter White: “Everyone’s Favorite Smooth Jazz Guitarist” Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall- 8:00 p.m
Find out more about him at: http://www.peterwhite.com/
Davy Jones Seneca Niagara Casino -Bear's Den Showroom -8 p.m.
Maintaining his allure as a sexy icon through generations of fans, Davy Jones first invaded teen hearts as the international idol of millions in the 1960s Emmy Award-winning television classic The Monkees. Since the show hit the small screen, Davy has triumphed as both a serious actor and a comedian on the theatrical stage; as a rock musician, composer, and artist; and, true to his first love, as an extremely able horseman.
Hard Rock Battle of the Bands Final Battle Hard Rock Café- 9:00 p.m.
The Hard Rock in Niagara Falls, USA is one of 27 Hard Rock locations to host a judged battle of the bands, with the ultimate winner playing on stage at the 2010 Hard Rock Calling festival in London, featuring performances by Paul McCartney, Pearl Jam, The Hives and many more.
One winner from each Hard Rock Cafe will move on to the 2nd round, in which a video recording of each winner’s highest scoring song from the 1st round will be judged by a panel of artists and music industry insiders*, including Little Steven Van Zandt. The top bands will go on to the 3rd round, with their performances posted online for a public vote.
Saturday
16th Annual Greater Buffalo Track Club Half Marathon Beaver Island State Park 10:00 a.m.
Flat, fast, out and back course on West River Road. Chip timing. Gold, silver or bronze medal to each finisher.
More info on: http://www.greaterbuffalotrackclub.com/
Kentucky Derby Party Buffalo Raceway, 5600 McKinley, Hambug 14075 -11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Watch and wager on the Kentucky Derby. Featuring food and drink specials.
More info at: www.buffaloraceway.com
Mother-Daughter Tea & Fashion Show Theodore Roosevelt Site 11:30 a.m.
Shake off the winter doldrums and welcome the new season by sharing in a time-honored tradition, afternoon tea served with all the elegance and charm of the Victorian era at the Theodore Roosevelt Site. The Mother-Daughter Tea will offer an opportunity to step back to another place in time filled with special luxuries seldom seen in today’s busy world. Fresh flowers, delicate china teacups and crisp white linens will set the stage for an array of savory tea sandwiches, including the very traditional cucumber and watercress, freshly baked scones and delicious sweet treats.
The highlight of this very special event is certain to be the vintage fashion show presented by the Site’s Costume Resource Center. This year's revue will offer a look at the most stylish and chic fashions from 1850 - 1950. Imagine comparing what was all the rage decades ago with fashions today! Another wonderful addition to this year’s event is “Dolly’s Tea Party,’’ a display of antique and collectible dolls presented by the Buffalo Regional Doll Club and little girls will enjoy fashioning spring bonnets crowned with ribbons and flowers to compliment their ensembles.
Country in the City Buffalo Niagara Convention Center-2:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Get your dancin' boots ready for the first annual County in the City country music festival/fundraiser to benefit Pet Connection Programs Inc. The event will feature the music of Bareback Jack from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. and West of the Mark from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. In between the bands, comedian Nick Siracuse will entertain from approximately 5:40 to 6:20 p.m. There will be food, auctions, raffles, giveaways and much more.
Tooley and Mary, music and lyrics by Neal Radice Alleyway Theatre- 4:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.
Tooley and Mary is performed by a small ensemble of dancers accompanied by three vocalists who sketch-in the allegorical plot of this all music production. Though its story is intended to carry the viewer beyond the mere literal, at its most elementary, Tooley and Mary tells of a small town boy of the 1950’s who becomes an average teenager of the 1960’s. When he leaves his high school sweetheart behind and moves to the big city, he discovers that he’s not so ordinary after all.
Tooley and Mary will premier with a live band on stage at Alleyway Theatre as a blend of music, dance, lyrics, stage lighting and projections.
8th Annual Hearts to Helping Hands Benefit Matthew Glab American Legion post 1965 Abbott Road., Lackawanna, NY 14218- 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
A Variety Kids Telethon Fundraiser Featuring: Terry Buchwald
Artists & Models: Stimulus at the Rock Harbor Yard 9:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.
In the past 21 incarnations of Hallwalls' Artists & Models Affair, a multitude of Buffalo sites have served as the locus for temporary artistic expressions and controlled insanity: the Broadway Market, abandoned factories, warehouses, auto showrooms, roller rinks and department stores, the Tri-Main Center and the Buffalo Convention Center. This year's event, officially the 22nd version of A&M will take place at Rock Harbor Yard, conveniently located a few minutes from Buffalo State College and Elmwood Village. As always, the site for A&M represents a location, a state of being, a condition, an apparition, a temporary psychosis, an inevitably, a breeding ground for frivolity!
Sunday
Taste of the Southtowns The Springville Fire Hall -11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Over 40 food items, 50 Basket Chinese Auction, Free Admission, Silent Auction, and Live Music 11-5 Featuring Wagner & Winston, Liz & Pete Boberg, & Rt. 39 & Friends.
For more info go to: http://whtt.com/goout.asp?u=http://www.gooseneckhillwaterfowlfarm.com
Mother-Daughter Tea & Fashion Show Theodore Roosevelt Site 11:30 a.m.
Shake off the winter doldrums and welcome the new season by sharing in a time-honored tradition, afternoon tea served with all the elegance and charm of the Victorian era at the Theodore Roosevelt Site. The Mother-Daughter Tea will offer an opportunity to step back to another place in time filled with special luxuries seldom seen in today’s busy world. Fresh flowers, delicate china teacups and crisp white linens will set the stage for an array of savory tea sandwiches, including the very traditional cucumber and watercress, freshly baked scones and delicious sweet treats.
The highlight of this very special event is certain to be the vintage fashion show presented by the Site’s Costume Resource Center. This year's revue will offer a look at the most stylish and chic fashions from 1850 - 1950. Imagine comparing what was all the rage decades ago with fashions today! Another wonderful addition to this year’s event is “Dolly’s Tea Party,’’ a display of antique and collectible dolls presented by the Buffalo Regional Doll Club and little girls will enjoy fashioning spring bonnets crowned with ribbons and flowers to compliment their ensembles.
BCAS presents "Sounds of Spring!" Lippes Concert Hall in Slee Hall, SUNY at Buffalo, Amherst Campus – 5:00 p.m.
The Buffalo Choral Arts Society, Marcia A. Giambrone, Conductor/Music Director, and John F. Mitton, Accompanist, rolls up its collective sleeves and presents Sounds of Spring!, a lighter "pops" concert for this final pair of performances closing out the 44th season.
BCAS members will take the spotlight sharing their solo talents. Toe-tapping tunes and choral medleys surround individual performances of well-known songs representing an eclectic range of music from pop to Broadway, spirituals to American classics.
Cobra Starship and 3Oh!3 Rapids Theater, Niagara Falls 6:00 p.m.
We have a photographer attending the concert and are looking for a writer. Both bands are big names and are sure to put on an energetic performance!
Monday, April 26, 2010
Monday, April 19, 2010
Buffalo.com Events List 4/19
Hello everyone,
Happy Monday! Ben and I had a very busy “Buffalo.com” weekend and a lot of videos will be uploaded in the next few days. Make sure to check them out!
The most important events are listed below but make sure to check out the rest of the list!
Have an excellent week!
Deandra Modica
849-6926
mybuffalo_content@buffnews.com
Events to Focus on:
Friday
Party in the Plaza before the Sabres Game HSBC Arena Plaza – 5 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Cute is What we Aim For The Mohawk Place -- 6:30 p.m.
CIWWAF is a power pop band from Buffalo, New York. The band formed in 2005, and have released two albums: The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch and Rotation.
They will also perform on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday
26th Annual Oozfest UB North Campus – 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Oozfest is one of the largest double-elimination mud-volleyball tournaments in North America with 16 courts running simultaneously throughout the day.
Every April, 128 teams compete in Oozfest. The teams and volunteers consist of UB students and alumni, as well as members of the Buffalo community. This all day event involves not only volleyball but food, music, special events, and contests with great prizes.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday:
Springtime in the Country Agri-Center, on the Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Spring – time for sunshine, flowers and Springtime in the Country!
One of the top 25-ranked shows in America and the #1 spring show in the
northeast, this juried event is so popular that most, if not all, artisan categories are filled six-months before the exhibition.
Events List 4/19/10
Tuesday
“CRAZY ABOUT PATSY” Tribute to Patsy Cline Riviera Theatre -- 2 pm & 7 pm
Close your eyes and imagine…could it be…is it…might be? That’s exactly what you will think when you hear Sherrill Douglas sing the hits of Patsy Cline. She sings such hits as “Crazy”, “Sweet Dreams”, “Walkin’ After Midnight” and many others in authentically duplicated costume, accurately portraying the Legend.
Aloha, with special guests Pomegranates and The Stay Lows Soundlab --Doors will open at 8:00
Aloha is an American indie rock band currently signed to Polyvinyl Records.
Pomegranates is an Indie rock band from Cincinnati, Ohio currently signed to Afternoon Records.
Bassnectar Tralf Music Hall. -- Doors will open at 8:00 p.m.
"Bassnectar combines sound and force with weight while spanning the spectrum of sonic style, covering every genre imaginable and smashing it all into a collision of wobbling, perverted basslines, hypnotic hide-and-seek adventures and pretty much anything that strikes his fancy.”
Wednesday
Dead Meadow The Mohawk Place – Doors open at 8 p.m.
Dead Meadow is an American hard rock band that formed in Washington, D.C. in 1998. Currently comprising vocalist and guitarist Jason Simon, bassist Steve Kille and drummer Stephen McCarty, the band has released five studio albums and one live album.
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet UB Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
There will be a pre-performance talk at 7 p.m.
Acclaimed dance company features Orchard Park, NY native Samantha Klanac
Described by The New York Times as “A breath of fresh air,” Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (ASFB) stands out as a model of what a small ballet company should be with its "musicality, athleticism, and technique-conscious delivery.” Its versatile and gifted troupe of 10 young dancers, perform an eclectic repertoire of pieces by some of the world's foremost choreographers.
Thursday
“Canine Instinct” World Premiere Market Arcade Film & Arts Centre – 4 p.m.
He doesn't drink. He doesn't smoke. He doesn't own a television. "My dogs are my life," proclaims Kyle Warren in "Canine Instinct," a new feature film documentary from award-winning director Nicholas Goodman that will world premier at the Market Arcade Film & Arts Centre on, Thursday April 22nd, at 4:00 p.m. as part of the Buffalo Niagara Film Festival. He’s been called a "doggie psychic," a "dog behaviorist," even a "dog whisperer," but if you ask him he would say that he is just a guy with a unique ability to understand dogs and to teach the people who own them how to improve the human-to-dog relationship. At 29 years old, he's already trained over 2,400 dogs.
Not surprising since he's been training people's dogs since he was ten years old. "Kyle is a true American original," says Goodman, the Woodstock, New York resident who wrote, edited, produced and directed the film along with his wife and producing partner Hortencia Goodman, “whether it’s working with dogs or his champion racing pigeons.” Kyle grew up in Glenford, New York and even today, in his daily travels to teach his students, he rarely leaves Ulster County. "Canine Instinct" will have its first public viewing at the Buffalo Niagara Film Festival along with the award-winning film "Football Fables." There will be a Question and Answer session with the filmmakers immediately following the screening.
Cherryholmes UB Center for the Arts-- 8 p.m.
Award-winning family bluegrass band.
“…a mesmerizing presence…a cold blast of virtuosity…” The New York Times
Friday
Springtime in the Country Agri-Center, on the Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Spring – time for sunshine, flowers and Springtime in the Country!
One of the top 25-ranked shows in America and the #1 spring show in the
northeast, this juried event is so popular that most, if not all, artisan categories are filled six-months before the exhibition.
Looking for fresh decorating ideas for your home and garden? Springtime in the Country is where you’ll find the best products from skilled artisans, including wood, stained glass, lawn and garden art, clothing, jewelry, as well as delicious gourmet food items. And collectors call this show a “must-attend” because artisans debut their new lines for the year at Springtime in the Country.
More info here: http://www.wnypremierpromotions.com/springtime/springtime.html
Party in the Plaza before the Sabres Game HSBC Arena Plaza – 5 p.m.- 9 p.m.
The Lake Effect Fluries/80's Dance Party Club Diablo 5 p.m.
Start your evening at Club Diablo with The Lake Effect Furies, a meet and greet fundraiser with the Travel Team fro the Queen City Roller Girls. The fundraiser will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Then stick around for Batcave: An 80’s Alternative Dance Party with DJ’s Oldskool and Bud Redding. The party starts at 9:00 p.m. and there is no cover until after 11:00 p.m.
Cute is What We Aim For The Mohawk Place -- 6:30 p.m.
CIWWAF is a power pop band from Buffalo, New York. The band formed in 2005, and have released two albums: The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch and Rotation.
Alexisonfire Town Ballroom – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Alexisonfire is a five-piece, Juno-nominated post-hardcore band that formed in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada in 2001.
Engaged Irish Classical Theatre – 7:30 p.m.
The Irish Classical Theatre Company will present the enchanting Victorian comedy Engaged by W.S. Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame. Engaged, directed by ICTC’s ARTIE Award winning Producing Director Fortunato Pezzimenti, will continue through Sunday, May 23rd. Scandalous in its day, Engaged remains the most successful non-musical comedy of English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator W.S. Gilbert. The dialogue is pure Gilbert, charming, lyrical and above all, witty. In the “topsy-turvy” satiric style perfected early in Gilbert’s career, a ridiculous premise is followed through to its logical and rib-tickling conclusion. In Engaged, a hilarious satire on marriage and money, a suitor pledges undying devotion to every girl in sight and Scottish villagers make a living derailing trains and charging the waylaid passengers for hospitality and accommodations. In this zany and farcical world, will romance or monetary gain prevail?
Emerging Choreographers Showcase UB Center for the Arts-- 8 p.m.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase premieres 13 new dance works by invited, advanced-level UB choreography students. The works represent a spectrum of contemporary dance genres ranging from modern partnering, to contemporary jazz, to an exploration of contemporary music theater dance. The choreographers reveal the results of their creative explorations through pieces inspired by breath, flight, destiny, abandonment, and causality. Other sources of inspiration include intertwining movement, space, Plato's “Allegory of the Cave,” and an original musical composition by Nathan Youmans.
Roger McGuinn Concert Rockwell Hall Performing Arts Center – 8:00 p.m.
Folk-rock pioneer and former frontman of the Byrds, Roger McGuinn presents an intimate evening of his greatest hits, including "Mr. Tambourine Man" and "Turn, Turn, Turn," plus the stories behind the music.
Hard Rock Battle of the Bands Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, NY— 9 p.m.
Qualifying Round #3 Featuring: Floozie, Off The Deepend and Reign
Here’s how it works: Niagara Falls, USA is one of 27 Hard Rock locations to host a judged battle of the bands, with the ultimate winner playing on stage at the 2010 Hard Rock Calling festival in London, featuring performances by Paul McCartney, Pearl Jam, The Hives and many more. One winner from each Hard Rock Cafe will move on to the 2nd round, in which a video recording of each winner’s highest scoring song from the 1st round will be judged by a panel of artists and music industry insiders*, including Little Steven Van Zandt. The top bands will go on to the 3rd round, with their performances posted online for a public vote.
Saturday
26th Annual Oozfest UB North Campus – 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Oozfest is one of the largest double-elimination mud-volleyball tournaments in North America with 16 courts running simultaneously throughout the day.
Every April, 128 teams compete in Oozfest. The teams and volunteers consist of UB students and alumni, as well as members of the Buffalo community. This all day event involves not only volleyball but food, music, special events, and contests with great prizes.
Springtime in the Country Agri-Center, on the Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Spring – time for sunshine, flowers and Springtime in the Country!
One of the top 25-ranked shows in America and the #1 spring show in the
northeast, this juried event is so popular that most, if not all, artisan categories are filled six-months before the exhibition.
Looking for fresh decorating ideas for your home and garden? Springtime in the Country is where you’ll find the best products from skilled artisans, including wood, stained glass, lawn and garden art, clothing, jewelry, as well as delicious gourmet food items. And collectors call this show a “must-attend” because artisans debut their new lines for the year at Springtime in the Country.
More info here: http://www.wnypremierpromotions.com/springtime/springtime.html
Engaged Irish Classical Theatre – 3:00 p.m.
The Irish Classical Theatre Company will present the enchanting Victorian comedy Engaged by W.S. Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame. Engaged, directed by ICTC’s ARTIE Award winning Producing Director Fortunato Pezzimenti, will continue through Sunday, May 23rd. Scandalous in its day, Engaged remains the most successful non-musical comedy of English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator W.S. Gilbert. The dialogue is pure Gilbert, charming, lyrical and above all, witty. In the “topsy-turvy” satiric style perfected early in Gilbert’s career, a ridiculous premise is followed through to its logical and rib-tickling conclusion. In Engaged, a hilarious satire on marriage and money, a suitor pledges undying devotion to every girl in sight and Scottish villagers make a living derailing trains and charging the waylaid passengers for hospitality and accommodations. In this zany and farcical world, will romance or monetary gain prevail?
Against Me! with special guests Dead To Me and Money Brother Town Ballroom.
Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.
Against Me! is a punk rock band formed in 1997 in Gainesville, Florida.
Cute is What We Aim For The Mohawk Place -- 7:30 p.m.
CIWWAF is a power pop band from Buffalo, New York. The band formed in 2005, and have released two albums: The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch and Rotation.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase UB Center for the Arts-- 8 p.m.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase premieres 13 new dance works by invited, advanced-level UB choreography students. The works represent a spectrum of contemporary dance genres ranging from modern partnering, to contemporary jazz, to an exploration of contemporary music theater dance. The choreographers reveal the results of their creative explorations through pieces inspired by breath, flight, destiny, abandonment, and causality. Other sources of inspiration include intertwining movement, space, Plato's “Allegory of the Cave,” and an original musical composition by Nathan Youmans.
Sunday
Springtime in the Country Agri-Center, on the Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Spring – time for sunshine, flowers and Springtime in the Country!
One of the top 25-ranked shows in America and the #1 spring show in the
northeast, this juried event is so popular that most, if not all, artisan categories are filled six-months before the exhibition.
Looking for fresh decorating ideas for your home and garden? Springtime in the Country is where you’ll find the best products from skilled artisans, including wood, stained glass, lawn and garden art, clothing, jewelry, as well as delicious gourmet food items. And collectors call this show a “must-attend” because artisans debut their new lines for the year at Springtime in the Country.
More info here: http://www.wnypremierpromotions.com/springtime/springtime.html
Emerging Choreographers Showcase UB Center for the Arts-- 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase premieres 13 new dance works by invited, advanced-level UB choreography students. The works represent a spectrum of contemporary dance genres ranging from modern partnering, to contemporary jazz, to an exploration of contemporary music theater dance. The choreographers reveal the results of their creative explorations through pieces inspired by breath, flight, destiny, abandonment, and causality. Other sources of inspiration include intertwining movement, space, Plato's “Allegory of the Cave,” and an original musical composition by Nathan Youmans.
Engaged Irish Classical Theatre – 2:00 p.m.
The Irish Classical Theatre Company will present the enchanting Victorian comedy Engaged by W.S. Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame. Engaged, directed by ICTC’s ARTIE Award winning Producing Director Fortunato Pezzimenti, will continue through Sunday, May 23rd. Scandalous in its day, Engaged remains the most successful non-musical comedy of English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator W.S. Gilbert. The dialogue is pure Gilbert, charming, lyrical and above all, witty. In the “topsy-turvy” satiric style perfected early in Gilbert’s career, a ridiculous premise is followed through to its logical and rib-tickling conclusion. In Engaged, a hilarious satire on marriage and money, a suitor pledges undying devotion to every girl in sight and Scottish villagers make a living derailing trains and charging the waylaid passengers for hospitality and accommodations. In this zany and farcical world, will romance or monetary gain prevail?
Choral Spectacular 2010: Passport to Europe: A Taste of France and Italy
Kleinhans Music Hall -- 2:30 p.m.
Featuring: Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, BPC Choral Affiliates
and Doreen Rao, Conductor.
Experience the American premiere of a newly discovered Cantata by Puccini: Cessata il suon dell'Armi. Savor a bit of Debussy, Fauré, and Poulenc. Feast on Puccini: Madame Butterfly, Tosca, and Gloria.
An Explosion of Praise Rockwell Hall Performing Arts Center—6:00 p.m.
S.P.i.R.i.T. (Students Praising In Rhythm & In Truth) Gospel Choir, along with other invited gospel choirs, will praise and worship. Everyone is welcome to attend
Happy Monday! Ben and I had a very busy “Buffalo.com” weekend and a lot of videos will be uploaded in the next few days. Make sure to check them out!
The most important events are listed below but make sure to check out the rest of the list!
Have an excellent week!
Deandra Modica
849-6926
mybuffalo_content@buffnews.com
Events to Focus on:
Friday
Party in the Plaza before the Sabres Game HSBC Arena Plaza – 5 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Cute is What we Aim For The Mohawk Place -- 6:30 p.m.
CIWWAF is a power pop band from Buffalo, New York. The band formed in 2005, and have released two albums: The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch and Rotation.
They will also perform on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday
26th Annual Oozfest UB North Campus – 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Oozfest is one of the largest double-elimination mud-volleyball tournaments in North America with 16 courts running simultaneously throughout the day.
Every April, 128 teams compete in Oozfest. The teams and volunteers consist of UB students and alumni, as well as members of the Buffalo community. This all day event involves not only volleyball but food, music, special events, and contests with great prizes.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday:
Springtime in the Country Agri-Center, on the Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Spring – time for sunshine, flowers and Springtime in the Country!
One of the top 25-ranked shows in America and the #1 spring show in the
northeast, this juried event is so popular that most, if not all, artisan categories are filled six-months before the exhibition.
Events List 4/19/10
Tuesday
“CRAZY ABOUT PATSY” Tribute to Patsy Cline Riviera Theatre -- 2 pm & 7 pm
Close your eyes and imagine…could it be…is it…might be? That’s exactly what you will think when you hear Sherrill Douglas sing the hits of Patsy Cline. She sings such hits as “Crazy”, “Sweet Dreams”, “Walkin’ After Midnight” and many others in authentically duplicated costume, accurately portraying the Legend.
Aloha, with special guests Pomegranates and The Stay Lows Soundlab --Doors will open at 8:00
Aloha is an American indie rock band currently signed to Polyvinyl Records.
Pomegranates is an Indie rock band from Cincinnati, Ohio currently signed to Afternoon Records.
Bassnectar Tralf Music Hall. -- Doors will open at 8:00 p.m.
"Bassnectar combines sound and force with weight while spanning the spectrum of sonic style, covering every genre imaginable and smashing it all into a collision of wobbling, perverted basslines, hypnotic hide-and-seek adventures and pretty much anything that strikes his fancy.”
Wednesday
Dead Meadow The Mohawk Place – Doors open at 8 p.m.
Dead Meadow is an American hard rock band that formed in Washington, D.C. in 1998. Currently comprising vocalist and guitarist Jason Simon, bassist Steve Kille and drummer Stephen McCarty, the band has released five studio albums and one live album.
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet UB Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
There will be a pre-performance talk at 7 p.m.
Acclaimed dance company features Orchard Park, NY native Samantha Klanac
Described by The New York Times as “A breath of fresh air,” Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (ASFB) stands out as a model of what a small ballet company should be with its "musicality, athleticism, and technique-conscious delivery.” Its versatile and gifted troupe of 10 young dancers, perform an eclectic repertoire of pieces by some of the world's foremost choreographers.
Thursday
“Canine Instinct” World Premiere Market Arcade Film & Arts Centre – 4 p.m.
He doesn't drink. He doesn't smoke. He doesn't own a television. "My dogs are my life," proclaims Kyle Warren in "Canine Instinct," a new feature film documentary from award-winning director Nicholas Goodman that will world premier at the Market Arcade Film & Arts Centre on, Thursday April 22nd, at 4:00 p.m. as part of the Buffalo Niagara Film Festival. He’s been called a "doggie psychic," a "dog behaviorist," even a "dog whisperer," but if you ask him he would say that he is just a guy with a unique ability to understand dogs and to teach the people who own them how to improve the human-to-dog relationship. At 29 years old, he's already trained over 2,400 dogs.
Not surprising since he's been training people's dogs since he was ten years old. "Kyle is a true American original," says Goodman, the Woodstock, New York resident who wrote, edited, produced and directed the film along with his wife and producing partner Hortencia Goodman, “whether it’s working with dogs or his champion racing pigeons.” Kyle grew up in Glenford, New York and even today, in his daily travels to teach his students, he rarely leaves Ulster County. "Canine Instinct" will have its first public viewing at the Buffalo Niagara Film Festival along with the award-winning film "Football Fables." There will be a Question and Answer session with the filmmakers immediately following the screening.
Cherryholmes UB Center for the Arts-- 8 p.m.
Award-winning family bluegrass band.
“…a mesmerizing presence…a cold blast of virtuosity…” The New York Times
Friday
Springtime in the Country Agri-Center, on the Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Spring – time for sunshine, flowers and Springtime in the Country!
One of the top 25-ranked shows in America and the #1 spring show in the
northeast, this juried event is so popular that most, if not all, artisan categories are filled six-months before the exhibition.
Looking for fresh decorating ideas for your home and garden? Springtime in the Country is where you’ll find the best products from skilled artisans, including wood, stained glass, lawn and garden art, clothing, jewelry, as well as delicious gourmet food items. And collectors call this show a “must-attend” because artisans debut their new lines for the year at Springtime in the Country.
More info here: http://www.wnypremierpromotions.com/springtime/springtime.html
Party in the Plaza before the Sabres Game HSBC Arena Plaza – 5 p.m.- 9 p.m.
The Lake Effect Fluries/80's Dance Party Club Diablo 5 p.m.
Start your evening at Club Diablo with The Lake Effect Furies, a meet and greet fundraiser with the Travel Team fro the Queen City Roller Girls. The fundraiser will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Then stick around for Batcave: An 80’s Alternative Dance Party with DJ’s Oldskool and Bud Redding. The party starts at 9:00 p.m. and there is no cover until after 11:00 p.m.
Cute is What We Aim For The Mohawk Place -- 6:30 p.m.
CIWWAF is a power pop band from Buffalo, New York. The band formed in 2005, and have released two albums: The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch and Rotation.
Alexisonfire Town Ballroom – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Alexisonfire is a five-piece, Juno-nominated post-hardcore band that formed in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada in 2001.
Engaged Irish Classical Theatre – 7:30 p.m.
The Irish Classical Theatre Company will present the enchanting Victorian comedy Engaged by W.S. Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame. Engaged, directed by ICTC’s ARTIE Award winning Producing Director Fortunato Pezzimenti, will continue through Sunday, May 23rd. Scandalous in its day, Engaged remains the most successful non-musical comedy of English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator W.S. Gilbert. The dialogue is pure Gilbert, charming, lyrical and above all, witty. In the “topsy-turvy” satiric style perfected early in Gilbert’s career, a ridiculous premise is followed through to its logical and rib-tickling conclusion. In Engaged, a hilarious satire on marriage and money, a suitor pledges undying devotion to every girl in sight and Scottish villagers make a living derailing trains and charging the waylaid passengers for hospitality and accommodations. In this zany and farcical world, will romance or monetary gain prevail?
Emerging Choreographers Showcase UB Center for the Arts-- 8 p.m.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase premieres 13 new dance works by invited, advanced-level UB choreography students. The works represent a spectrum of contemporary dance genres ranging from modern partnering, to contemporary jazz, to an exploration of contemporary music theater dance. The choreographers reveal the results of their creative explorations through pieces inspired by breath, flight, destiny, abandonment, and causality. Other sources of inspiration include intertwining movement, space, Plato's “Allegory of the Cave,” and an original musical composition by Nathan Youmans.
Roger McGuinn Concert Rockwell Hall Performing Arts Center – 8:00 p.m.
Folk-rock pioneer and former frontman of the Byrds, Roger McGuinn presents an intimate evening of his greatest hits, including "Mr. Tambourine Man" and "Turn, Turn, Turn," plus the stories behind the music.
Hard Rock Battle of the Bands Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, NY— 9 p.m.
Qualifying Round #3 Featuring: Floozie, Off The Deepend and Reign
Here’s how it works: Niagara Falls, USA is one of 27 Hard Rock locations to host a judged battle of the bands, with the ultimate winner playing on stage at the 2010 Hard Rock Calling festival in London, featuring performances by Paul McCartney, Pearl Jam, The Hives and many more. One winner from each Hard Rock Cafe will move on to the 2nd round, in which a video recording of each winner’s highest scoring song from the 1st round will be judged by a panel of artists and music industry insiders*, including Little Steven Van Zandt. The top bands will go on to the 3rd round, with their performances posted online for a public vote.
Saturday
26th Annual Oozfest UB North Campus – 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.
Oozfest is one of the largest double-elimination mud-volleyball tournaments in North America with 16 courts running simultaneously throughout the day.
Every April, 128 teams compete in Oozfest. The teams and volunteers consist of UB students and alumni, as well as members of the Buffalo community. This all day event involves not only volleyball but food, music, special events, and contests with great prizes.
Springtime in the Country Agri-Center, on the Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Spring – time for sunshine, flowers and Springtime in the Country!
One of the top 25-ranked shows in America and the #1 spring show in the
northeast, this juried event is so popular that most, if not all, artisan categories are filled six-months before the exhibition.
Looking for fresh decorating ideas for your home and garden? Springtime in the Country is where you’ll find the best products from skilled artisans, including wood, stained glass, lawn and garden art, clothing, jewelry, as well as delicious gourmet food items. And collectors call this show a “must-attend” because artisans debut their new lines for the year at Springtime in the Country.
More info here: http://www.wnypremierpromotions.com/springtime/springtime.html
Engaged Irish Classical Theatre – 3:00 p.m.
The Irish Classical Theatre Company will present the enchanting Victorian comedy Engaged by W.S. Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame. Engaged, directed by ICTC’s ARTIE Award winning Producing Director Fortunato Pezzimenti, will continue through Sunday, May 23rd. Scandalous in its day, Engaged remains the most successful non-musical comedy of English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator W.S. Gilbert. The dialogue is pure Gilbert, charming, lyrical and above all, witty. In the “topsy-turvy” satiric style perfected early in Gilbert’s career, a ridiculous premise is followed through to its logical and rib-tickling conclusion. In Engaged, a hilarious satire on marriage and money, a suitor pledges undying devotion to every girl in sight and Scottish villagers make a living derailing trains and charging the waylaid passengers for hospitality and accommodations. In this zany and farcical world, will romance or monetary gain prevail?
Against Me! with special guests Dead To Me and Money Brother Town Ballroom.
Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.
Against Me! is a punk rock band formed in 1997 in Gainesville, Florida.
Cute is What We Aim For The Mohawk Place -- 7:30 p.m.
CIWWAF is a power pop band from Buffalo, New York. The band formed in 2005, and have released two albums: The Same Old Blood Rush with a New Touch and Rotation.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase UB Center for the Arts-- 8 p.m.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase premieres 13 new dance works by invited, advanced-level UB choreography students. The works represent a spectrum of contemporary dance genres ranging from modern partnering, to contemporary jazz, to an exploration of contemporary music theater dance. The choreographers reveal the results of their creative explorations through pieces inspired by breath, flight, destiny, abandonment, and causality. Other sources of inspiration include intertwining movement, space, Plato's “Allegory of the Cave,” and an original musical composition by Nathan Youmans.
Sunday
Springtime in the Country Agri-Center, on the Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Spring – time for sunshine, flowers and Springtime in the Country!
One of the top 25-ranked shows in America and the #1 spring show in the
northeast, this juried event is so popular that most, if not all, artisan categories are filled six-months before the exhibition.
Looking for fresh decorating ideas for your home and garden? Springtime in the Country is where you’ll find the best products from skilled artisans, including wood, stained glass, lawn and garden art, clothing, jewelry, as well as delicious gourmet food items. And collectors call this show a “must-attend” because artisans debut their new lines for the year at Springtime in the Country.
More info here: http://www.wnypremierpromotions.com/springtime/springtime.html
Emerging Choreographers Showcase UB Center for the Arts-- 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Emerging Choreographers Showcase premieres 13 new dance works by invited, advanced-level UB choreography students. The works represent a spectrum of contemporary dance genres ranging from modern partnering, to contemporary jazz, to an exploration of contemporary music theater dance. The choreographers reveal the results of their creative explorations through pieces inspired by breath, flight, destiny, abandonment, and causality. Other sources of inspiration include intertwining movement, space, Plato's “Allegory of the Cave,” and an original musical composition by Nathan Youmans.
Engaged Irish Classical Theatre – 2:00 p.m.
The Irish Classical Theatre Company will present the enchanting Victorian comedy Engaged by W.S. Gilbert of Gilbert and Sullivan fame. Engaged, directed by ICTC’s ARTIE Award winning Producing Director Fortunato Pezzimenti, will continue through Sunday, May 23rd. Scandalous in its day, Engaged remains the most successful non-musical comedy of English dramatist, librettist, poet and illustrator W.S. Gilbert. The dialogue is pure Gilbert, charming, lyrical and above all, witty. In the “topsy-turvy” satiric style perfected early in Gilbert’s career, a ridiculous premise is followed through to its logical and rib-tickling conclusion. In Engaged, a hilarious satire on marriage and money, a suitor pledges undying devotion to every girl in sight and Scottish villagers make a living derailing trains and charging the waylaid passengers for hospitality and accommodations. In this zany and farcical world, will romance or monetary gain prevail?
Choral Spectacular 2010: Passport to Europe: A Taste of France and Italy
Kleinhans Music Hall -- 2:30 p.m.
Featuring: Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, BPC Choral Affiliates
and Doreen Rao, Conductor.
Experience the American premiere of a newly discovered Cantata by Puccini: Cessata il suon dell'Armi. Savor a bit of Debussy, Fauré, and Poulenc. Feast on Puccini: Madame Butterfly, Tosca, and Gloria.
An Explosion of Praise Rockwell Hall Performing Arts Center—6:00 p.m.
S.P.i.R.i.T. (Students Praising In Rhythm & In Truth) Gospel Choir, along with other invited gospel choirs, will praise and worship. Everyone is welcome to attend
Monday, April 12, 2010
Buffalo.com Events List 4/12
Hi Everyone,
There are numerous events this week that we want to get contributors to. I’ve listed the most important events below but don’t forget to look at the rest of the list for more fun events going on this week!
Have a great week!
Sincerely,
Deandra Modica
849-6926
*Most important events:
Wednesday:
The Rocket Summer Club Infinity -- Doors open at 6 p.m.
22-year-old Bryce Avary is the man behind The Rocket Summer, a piano and guitar-driven rock n roll project that slams home a message of belonging. As a talented multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer, Bryce has proved himself as the epitome of the hard-working musician.
Thursday:
Party in the Plaza Before the 1st Sabres playoff game – Outside HSBC Arena – 5 p.m.
The pre-game festivities get underway two hours before the start of each game outside HSBC Arena, in the Plaza area located near Perry and Illinois St. Fans can enjoy live music, along with food and drink available for purchase throughout the night. But the party doesn’t stop when the game ends! There will be drinks available for purchase after the game, along with music and coverage of the Lexus Shootout post-game show on the big screen.
Cowboy Junkies Asbury Hall at Babeville – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Cowboy Junkies is a legendary Canadian alternative country/rock band. Go to http://latentrecordings.com/cowboyjunkies/ for more info.
Friday:
Hard Rock Battle of the Bands: Qualifier #2 Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, NY – 9 p.m.
Featuring: DoDRIVER, FREE HENRY! and SPEAK EASY THREE
.
Saturday:
Buffalo Indie Market Birthday Celebration Juniper Restaurant -11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Shop local. Shop handmade from local artists & designers and join us for some Birthday fun as
BIM turns 2! FREE & Open to the Public
ECC Football Team's Annual Meat Raffle Elks Lodge Legion Parkway, Lancaster
6:00pm - 10:00pm
An evening of fun and a chance to win a ton of meat for the upcoming Spring and Summer
seasons! All proceeds go to the ECC Football team.
Sunday:
Cheerleaders of America National Championships Hamburg Fairgrounds
Doors open at 8 a.m. -Competition begins at 9 a.m.
This event features school, recreations, all star, studio, and collegiate cheerleaders & dancers. COA provides a healthy competitive environment for cheerleaders & dance students of all ages & specializes in providing creative & fun com petitions for aspiring cheerleaders & dancers.
Buffalo Greyhound Fair & Expo Hamburg Fairgrounds 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bring your family, friends, greyhounds and other leashed pets to the annual Greyhound Fair and Expo. Come and enjoy the informational tables, non-profit organizations, and check out all the various items that vendors have for sale. Pennies for Paws-donate your spare change and help our special needs greyhounds! BGA committees will be on hand to answer any questions regarding Adoptions, Communications, Fundraising, Fostering and Events. For more information about BGA, go to www.b-g-a.org.
Saturday & Sunday:
Buffalo Wings Spring Flyball Dog Racing Tournament Hamburg Fairgrounds
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Buffalo Wings have moved their annual Spring Flyball Tournament to the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. Flyball is the fastest growing organized dog sport in North America & is sanctioned by the North American Flyball Association (NAFA). Flyball is a sport where two teams of dogs compete in a structured relay race. Tournaments allow large numbers of teams to compete for titles. While the sport is exciting and fast paced, it is extremely safe and beneficial for the dogs involved. Flyball not only gives your dog a job, but helps to foster a strong bond between dogs and their handlers which helps build discipline and trust. Come see these amazing Canine Athletes! For more information visit www.flyballdogs.com/buffalowings
Events List 4/12/10
Tuesday
Silverstein Xtreme Wheels Skate Park -- 6 p.m.
Silverstein is a Canadian post-hardcore band from Burlington, Ontario, formed in 2000.
Aurora, Abandon All Ships, The Mixtape and The Bella Donna will also perform.
Surfer Blood with special guest Turbo Fruits Soundlab – 9 p.m.
Join the Soundlab for Surfer Blood with special guest Turbo Fruits. Surfer Blood’s album, Astro Coast, is full of catchy, summery indie songs that even the most hook-laden power pop band would rightfully be jealous of.
Rolling Stones review of Surfer Blood: http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2010/02/10/breaking-surfer-blood/
Wednesday
Buffalo Bisons Opening Day Coca-Cola Field -- 3:00 p.m.
The Bisons will open their home season at Coca-Cola Field vs. Pawtucket.
The Rocket Summer Club Infinity -- Doors open at 6 p.m.
22-year-old Bryce Avary is the man behind The Rocket Summer, a piano and guitar-driven rock n roll project that slams home a message of belonging. As a talented multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer, Bryce has proved himself as the epitome of the hard-working musician.
We have a photographer for this concert but would love a writer to also review the show!
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Thursday
Party in the Plaza Before the 1st Sabres playoff game – Outside HSBC Arena -- 5 p.m.
The pre-game festivities get underway two hours before the start of each game outside HSBC Arena, in the Plaza area located near Perry and Illinois St. Fans can enjoy live music, along with food and drink available for purchase throughout the night. But the party doesn’t stop when the game ends! There will be drinks available for purchase after the game, along with music and coverage of the Lexus Shootout post-game show on the big screen.
Cowboy Junkies Asbury Hall at Babeville – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Cowboy Junkies is a legendary Canadian alternative country/rock band. Go to http://latentrecordings.com/cowboyjunkies/ for more info.
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Friday
Chris Conlon - Paranormal TV Network - "Poltergeist" Lecture Laughlin’s (333 Franklin Street) -- 7 p.m.
Mason Winfield invites you to a Spiritual Lecture, featuring Chris Conlon, of the Paranormal TV Network at Laughlin’s. The lecture will focus on Poltergeist activity in Western New York. Could the movie "Poltergeist" really happen? Learn the facts and fiction at this event!
For more info visit www.christopherconlon.webs.com
Noises Off Lancaster Opera House 7:30 p.m.
Doors slam, identities are confused and chaos reigns in this hilarious farce that follows a motley and disorganized theatre company as they rehearse, perform and, well, just try to make it through 'Nothing On'. This Tony Award-winning play will keep you laughing uproariously as the never-ending mishaps continue to snowball out of control.
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Hard Rock Battle of the Bands: Qualifier #2 Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, NY – 9 p.m.
Featuring: DoDRIVER, FREE HENRY! and SPEAK EASY THREE
Saturday
Rockin' the Commons 2010 SUNY Fredonia - Barker Commons, Temple and Main St., Fredonia 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Rockin' the Commons is an annual team cure sanctioned benefit for Roswell Park Cancer Institute organized by Fredonia Radio Systems. This year, the event will be held in honor of Nick Spawn, a SUNY Fredonia student who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) in December 2008. All of the proceeds from the event will go to Roswell Park to benefit research and patient care of those diagnosed with ALL. There will be live entertainment, a Children's Fest, Chinese Auction, and Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ.
Buffalo Indie Market Birthday Celebration Juniper Restaurant -11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Shop local. Shop handmade from local artists & designers and join us for some Birthday fun as
BIM turns 2! FREE & Open to the Public
Reinstein Woods Earth Day Celebration Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve, Depew
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
A family-friendly way to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day.
Play the carbon footprint game; go on a green building scavenger hunt, win earth-friendly door prizes, and take part in the making of a "Carbon Dioxide Quilt". Take home a tree seedling to plant along with energy saving ideas! DEC exibits, crafts and games for kids, guided nature walks, food, and more! More info at http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
Springfest 10 UB’s Center for the Arts -- 3:30 p.m.
Three Days Grace, N.E.R.D, Lady Danville & Anberlin will perform.
ECC Football Team's Annual Meat Raffle Elks Lodge Legion Parkway, Lancaster
6:00pm - 10:00pm
An evening of fun and a chance to win a ton of meat for the upcoming Spring and Summer
seasons! All proceeds go to the ECC Football team.
Early Show with Places and Numbers - Late Show with Do It With Malice – The Mohawk Place
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Ben and Deandra will be at both shows shooting video and interviewing some of the bands! Come hang out with us, take some photos and check out some great bands.
Join the Mohawk Place for an early show featuring Places and Numbers with special guests Standard of Living, Sadie, Farewell Manchester and Arctic Death. Then stick around and check out Do It with Malice at the late show.
The Waiting Room Tralf Music Hall – Doors open at 7 p.m.
"The Waiting Room is America's number one Genesis and Peter Gabriel Tribute band!"
7:00
Noises Off Lancaster Opera House 7:30 p.m.
Doors slam, identities are confused and chaos reigns in this hilarious farce that follows a motley and disorganized theatre company as they rehearse, perform and, well, just try to make it through 'Nothing On'. This Tony Award-winning play will keep you laughing uproariously as the never-ending mishaps continue to snowball out of control.
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Rick Alviti’s Elvis Tribute Riviera Theatre –8:00 pm
A dynamic, action-packed Las Vegas style show like no other! Along with the talented members of the Rick Alviti Show band and backup singers, Rick’s performance mesmerizes his audience
Sunday
Cheerleaders of America National Championships Hamburg Fairgrounds
Doors open at 8 a.m. - Competition begins at 9 a.m.
This event features school, recreations, all star, studio, and collegiate cheerleaders & dancers. COA provides a healthy competitive environment for cheerleaders & dance students of all ages & specializes in providing creative & fun com petitions for aspiring cheerleaders & dancers.
Buffalo Wings Spring Flyball Dog Racing Tournament Hamburg Fairgrounds
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Buffalo Wings have moved their annual Spring Flyball Tournament to the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. Flyball is the fastest growing organized dog sport in North America & is sanctioned by the North American Flyball Association (NAFA). Flyball is a sport where two teams of dogs compete in a structured relay race. Tournaments allow large numbers of teams to compete for titles. While the sport is exciting and fast paced, it is extremely safe and beneficial for the dogs involved. Flyball not only gives your dog a job, but helps to foster a strong bond between dogs and their handlers which helps build discipline and trust. Come see these amazing Canine Athletes! For more information visit www.flyballdogs.com/buffalowings
Buffalo Greyhound Fair & Expo Hamburg Fairgrounds 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bring your family, friends, greyhounds and other leashed pets to the annual Greyhound Fair and Expo. Come and enjoy the informational tables, non-profit organizations, and check out all the various items that vendors have for sale. Pennies for Paws-donate your spare change and help our special needs greyhounds! BGA committees will be on hand to answer any questions regarding Adoptions, Communications, Fundraising, Fostering and Events. For more information about BGA, go to www.b-g-a.org.
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 2:00 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Noises Off Lancaster Opera House 2:30 p.m.
Doors slam, identities are confused and chaos reigns in this hilarious farce that follows a motley and disorganized theatre company as they rehearse, perform and, well, just try to make it through 'Nothing On'. This Tony Award-winning play will keep you laughing uproariously as the never-ending mishaps continue to snowball out of control.
There are numerous events this week that we want to get contributors to. I’ve listed the most important events below but don’t forget to look at the rest of the list for more fun events going on this week!
Have a great week!
Sincerely,
Deandra Modica
849-6926
*Most important events:
Wednesday:
The Rocket Summer Club Infinity -- Doors open at 6 p.m.
22-year-old Bryce Avary is the man behind The Rocket Summer, a piano and guitar-driven rock n roll project that slams home a message of belonging. As a talented multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer, Bryce has proved himself as the epitome of the hard-working musician.
Thursday:
Party in the Plaza Before the 1st Sabres playoff game – Outside HSBC Arena – 5 p.m.
The pre-game festivities get underway two hours before the start of each game outside HSBC Arena, in the Plaza area located near Perry and Illinois St. Fans can enjoy live music, along with food and drink available for purchase throughout the night. But the party doesn’t stop when the game ends! There will be drinks available for purchase after the game, along with music and coverage of the Lexus Shootout post-game show on the big screen.
Cowboy Junkies Asbury Hall at Babeville – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Cowboy Junkies is a legendary Canadian alternative country/rock band. Go to http://latentrecordings.com/cowboyjunkies/ for more info.
Friday:
Hard Rock Battle of the Bands: Qualifier #2 Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, NY – 9 p.m.
Featuring: DoDRIVER, FREE HENRY! and SPEAK EASY THREE
.
Saturday:
Buffalo Indie Market Birthday Celebration Juniper Restaurant -11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Shop local. Shop handmade from local artists & designers and join us for some Birthday fun as
BIM turns 2! FREE & Open to the Public
ECC Football Team's Annual Meat Raffle Elks Lodge Legion Parkway, Lancaster
6:00pm - 10:00pm
An evening of fun and a chance to win a ton of meat for the upcoming Spring and Summer
seasons! All proceeds go to the ECC Football team.
Sunday:
Cheerleaders of America National Championships Hamburg Fairgrounds
Doors open at 8 a.m. -Competition begins at 9 a.m.
This event features school, recreations, all star, studio, and collegiate cheerleaders & dancers. COA provides a healthy competitive environment for cheerleaders & dance students of all ages & specializes in providing creative & fun com petitions for aspiring cheerleaders & dancers.
Buffalo Greyhound Fair & Expo Hamburg Fairgrounds 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bring your family, friends, greyhounds and other leashed pets to the annual Greyhound Fair and Expo. Come and enjoy the informational tables, non-profit organizations, and check out all the various items that vendors have for sale. Pennies for Paws-donate your spare change and help our special needs greyhounds! BGA committees will be on hand to answer any questions regarding Adoptions, Communications, Fundraising, Fostering and Events. For more information about BGA, go to www.b-g-a.org.
Saturday & Sunday:
Buffalo Wings Spring Flyball Dog Racing Tournament Hamburg Fairgrounds
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Buffalo Wings have moved their annual Spring Flyball Tournament to the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. Flyball is the fastest growing organized dog sport in North America & is sanctioned by the North American Flyball Association (NAFA). Flyball is a sport where two teams of dogs compete in a structured relay race. Tournaments allow large numbers of teams to compete for titles. While the sport is exciting and fast paced, it is extremely safe and beneficial for the dogs involved. Flyball not only gives your dog a job, but helps to foster a strong bond between dogs and their handlers which helps build discipline and trust. Come see these amazing Canine Athletes! For more information visit www.flyballdogs.com/buffalowings
Events List 4/12/10
Tuesday
Silverstein Xtreme Wheels Skate Park -- 6 p.m.
Silverstein is a Canadian post-hardcore band from Burlington, Ontario, formed in 2000.
Aurora, Abandon All Ships, The Mixtape and The Bella Donna will also perform.
Surfer Blood with special guest Turbo Fruits Soundlab – 9 p.m.
Join the Soundlab for Surfer Blood with special guest Turbo Fruits. Surfer Blood’s album, Astro Coast, is full of catchy, summery indie songs that even the most hook-laden power pop band would rightfully be jealous of.
Rolling Stones review of Surfer Blood: http://www.rollingstone.com/rockdaily/index.php/2010/02/10/breaking-surfer-blood/
Wednesday
Buffalo Bisons Opening Day Coca-Cola Field -- 3:00 p.m.
The Bisons will open their home season at Coca-Cola Field vs. Pawtucket.
The Rocket Summer Club Infinity -- Doors open at 6 p.m.
22-year-old Bryce Avary is the man behind The Rocket Summer, a piano and guitar-driven rock n roll project that slams home a message of belonging. As a talented multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer, Bryce has proved himself as the epitome of the hard-working musician.
We have a photographer for this concert but would love a writer to also review the show!
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Thursday
Party in the Plaza Before the 1st Sabres playoff game – Outside HSBC Arena -- 5 p.m.
The pre-game festivities get underway two hours before the start of each game outside HSBC Arena, in the Plaza area located near Perry and Illinois St. Fans can enjoy live music, along with food and drink available for purchase throughout the night. But the party doesn’t stop when the game ends! There will be drinks available for purchase after the game, along with music and coverage of the Lexus Shootout post-game show on the big screen.
Cowboy Junkies Asbury Hall at Babeville – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Cowboy Junkies is a legendary Canadian alternative country/rock band. Go to http://latentrecordings.com/cowboyjunkies/ for more info.
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Friday
Chris Conlon - Paranormal TV Network - "Poltergeist" Lecture Laughlin’s (333 Franklin Street) -- 7 p.m.
Mason Winfield invites you to a Spiritual Lecture, featuring Chris Conlon, of the Paranormal TV Network at Laughlin’s. The lecture will focus on Poltergeist activity in Western New York. Could the movie "Poltergeist" really happen? Learn the facts and fiction at this event!
For more info visit www.christopherconlon.webs.com
Noises Off Lancaster Opera House 7:30 p.m.
Doors slam, identities are confused and chaos reigns in this hilarious farce that follows a motley and disorganized theatre company as they rehearse, perform and, well, just try to make it through 'Nothing On'. This Tony Award-winning play will keep you laughing uproariously as the never-ending mishaps continue to snowball out of control.
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Hard Rock Battle of the Bands: Qualifier #2 Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, NY – 9 p.m.
Featuring: DoDRIVER, FREE HENRY! and SPEAK EASY THREE
Saturday
Rockin' the Commons 2010 SUNY Fredonia - Barker Commons, Temple and Main St., Fredonia 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Rockin' the Commons is an annual team cure sanctioned benefit for Roswell Park Cancer Institute organized by Fredonia Radio Systems. This year, the event will be held in honor of Nick Spawn, a SUNY Fredonia student who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) in December 2008. All of the proceeds from the event will go to Roswell Park to benefit research and patient care of those diagnosed with ALL. There will be live entertainment, a Children's Fest, Chinese Auction, and Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ.
Buffalo Indie Market Birthday Celebration Juniper Restaurant -11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Shop local. Shop handmade from local artists & designers and join us for some Birthday fun as
BIM turns 2! FREE & Open to the Public
Reinstein Woods Earth Day Celebration Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve, Depew
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
A family-friendly way to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day.
Play the carbon footprint game; go on a green building scavenger hunt, win earth-friendly door prizes, and take part in the making of a "Carbon Dioxide Quilt". Take home a tree seedling to plant along with energy saving ideas! DEC exibits, crafts and games for kids, guided nature walks, food, and more! More info at http://www.dec.ny.gov/education/1837.html
Springfest 10 UB’s Center for the Arts -- 3:30 p.m.
Three Days Grace, N.E.R.D, Lady Danville & Anberlin will perform.
ECC Football Team's Annual Meat Raffle Elks Lodge Legion Parkway, Lancaster
6:00pm - 10:00pm
An evening of fun and a chance to win a ton of meat for the upcoming Spring and Summer
seasons! All proceeds go to the ECC Football team.
Early Show with Places and Numbers - Late Show with Do It With Malice – The Mohawk Place
Doors open at 6 p.m.
Ben and Deandra will be at both shows shooting video and interviewing some of the bands! Come hang out with us, take some photos and check out some great bands.
Join the Mohawk Place for an early show featuring Places and Numbers with special guests Standard of Living, Sadie, Farewell Manchester and Arctic Death. Then stick around and check out Do It with Malice at the late show.
The Waiting Room Tralf Music Hall – Doors open at 7 p.m.
"The Waiting Room is America's number one Genesis and Peter Gabriel Tribute band!"
7:00
Noises Off Lancaster Opera House 7:30 p.m.
Doors slam, identities are confused and chaos reigns in this hilarious farce that follows a motley and disorganized theatre company as they rehearse, perform and, well, just try to make it through 'Nothing On'. This Tony Award-winning play will keep you laughing uproariously as the never-ending mishaps continue to snowball out of control.
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 8 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Rick Alviti’s Elvis Tribute Riviera Theatre –8:00 pm
A dynamic, action-packed Las Vegas style show like no other! Along with the talented members of the Rick Alviti Show band and backup singers, Rick’s performance mesmerizes his audience
Sunday
Cheerleaders of America National Championships Hamburg Fairgrounds
Doors open at 8 a.m. - Competition begins at 9 a.m.
This event features school, recreations, all star, studio, and collegiate cheerleaders & dancers. COA provides a healthy competitive environment for cheerleaders & dance students of all ages & specializes in providing creative & fun com petitions for aspiring cheerleaders & dancers.
Buffalo Wings Spring Flyball Dog Racing Tournament Hamburg Fairgrounds
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Buffalo Wings have moved their annual Spring Flyball Tournament to the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. Flyball is the fastest growing organized dog sport in North America & is sanctioned by the North American Flyball Association (NAFA). Flyball is a sport where two teams of dogs compete in a structured relay race. Tournaments allow large numbers of teams to compete for titles. While the sport is exciting and fast paced, it is extremely safe and beneficial for the dogs involved. Flyball not only gives your dog a job, but helps to foster a strong bond between dogs and their handlers which helps build discipline and trust. Come see these amazing Canine Athletes! For more information visit www.flyballdogs.com/buffalowings
Buffalo Greyhound Fair & Expo Hamburg Fairgrounds 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bring your family, friends, greyhounds and other leashed pets to the annual Greyhound Fair and Expo. Come and enjoy the informational tables, non-profit organizations, and check out all the various items that vendors have for sale. Pennies for Paws-donate your spare change and help our special needs greyhounds! BGA committees will be on hand to answer any questions regarding Adoptions, Communications, Fundraising, Fostering and Events. For more information about BGA, go to www.b-g-a.org.
Our Town UB’s Center for the Arts -- 2:00 p.m.
For generations, OUR TOWN has been one of the most performed and beloved plays in America, and one of the most delightful and moving plays of the modern era. Set in the quintessential New England town of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, OUR TOWN traces the lives of two young lovers, Emily and George, from childhood to marriage to full maturity, capturing the great joys and inevitable sorrows of human life. Guiding us through this journey is the Stage Manager, a mysterious figure who seems to know the ending at the beginning, and may even provide a glimpse of the secret bittersweet meaning behind our common lives.
Noises Off Lancaster Opera House 2:30 p.m.
Doors slam, identities are confused and chaos reigns in this hilarious farce that follows a motley and disorganized theatre company as they rehearse, perform and, well, just try to make it through 'Nothing On'. This Tony Award-winning play will keep you laughing uproariously as the never-ending mishaps continue to snowball out of control.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Buffalo.com Events List 4/5
Hello everyone,
I hope you all had a wonderful Easter and enjoyed the heat wave! I’m looking forward to attending the Dyngus Day Parade for the first time tonight with Ben, Jeff, and Ray. Let me know if you have time to join us.
There are a lot of fun concerts, fundraisers and races in WNY this week.
Two big events that we would definitely like to send contributors to are on Sunday:
The 1st Annual Buffalo Chili Fest D'Arcy McGee's Irish Pub -- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Proceeds will go to benefit the People Inc. Foundation. Musical entertainment will be provided by November 11th. Come and sample chili recipes from Western New York chefs and restaurants including The Soup Man, Denny's, Pizza Junction, D’Arcy McGees and many more who will compete for your vote for Western New York's Best Chili! Kids on the Block will entertain children and a magician and face-painting will add to the fun.
For more info go to http://www.buffalochilifest.com/what.html
The Gift at the Pearl: A Benefit to Honor Fallen Buffalo Firefighters
All 5 floors of the Pearl Street Grill & Brewery – 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
When Buffalo firefighters Jonathan Croom and Lieutenant Charles “Chip” McCarthy made the ultimate sacrifice in an East Side fire last August, they both left behind children with full lives ahead of them. In response to the personal and financial void Croom’s children now face, his friends have rallied the Buffalo music community to gather for The Gift at the Pearl. The event will feature more than a dozen local bands on four stages, along with a host of raffles and auctions, with 100% of the proceeds going to a trust fund for Croom’s children.
For more info go to http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1331
Another big event this week:
2010 Buffalo Boat Show The Hamburg Fairgrounds
Thursday & Friday: Noon-9:00pm, Saturday-10:00am-9:00pm, Sunday-10:00am-5:00pm
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
Have a great week!
Deandra Modica
849-6926
mybuffalo_content@buffnews.com
Events List 4/5
Wednesday
Buddy Guy with Special Guest Tom Hambridge UB Center for the Arts -- 8:00 p.m.
Any discussion of Buddy Guy invariably involves a recitation of his colossal musical resume and hard-earned accolades. He’s a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a chief guitar influence to rock titans like Hendrix, Clapton, Beck, and Vaughan, a pioneer of Chicago’s fabled West Side sound, and a living link to that city’s halcyon days of electric blues. Buddy has received five Grammy Awards, 23 W.C. Handy Blues Awards (the most any artist has received), the Billboard Magazine Century Award for distinguished artistic achievement, and the Presidential National Medal of Arts.Yet despite this long list of achievements, Buddy Guy and his music remain as vital as ever.
Thursday
2010 Buffalo Boat Show Hamburg Fairgrounds – 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
An evening with Lisa Ling, special correspondent for The Oprah Winfrey Show.
Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall – 7 p.m.
Lisa Ling regularly files dispatches for The Oprah Winfrey Show as a special correspondent, and is a contributor to CNN's critically acclaimed series, Planet in Peril. She has also been a correspondent for National Geographic Explorer since December 2002, and is also well known for her stint sharing her no-holds-barred opinions on current events and everyday issues as a co-host of ABC’s hit daytime talk show, The View.
For more info go to http://www.buffalostate.edu/pac/season/ling.asp
tUnE-yArDs with Special Guest Xiu Xiu The Mohawk Place – 8 p.m.
Both of these experimental rock bands from California have an interesting blend of percussion and experimental structures with lush hooks and diverging lyrical styles.
For more info on tUnE-yArDs go to http://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/12851-bird-brains/
For more info on Xiu Xiu go to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xiu_Xiu
Friday
2010 Buffalo Boat Show Hamburg Fairgrounds – 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
Badfish: A Tribute to Sublime The Town Ballroom -- Doors open at 7:00
Scotty Don’t will open the show.
Badfish is a tribute band dedicated to playing the music of Sublime. The group is named after a song appearing on the album 40 Oz. to Freedom. In 2008, the band was nominated for Best Tribute Act in the Boston Music Awards.The group played 152 shows across the United States in 2006, selling just under 100,000 tickets and grossing $1.4 million in sales. Members of the group also play in a non-tribute act called Scotty Don't, which sometimes acts as the opener at Badfish shows.
Suzanne Vega Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall – 8 p.m.
Suzanne Vega is a singer/songwriter of rare poetic genius. Her profound insight into the basics of human existence has earned her followers of all ages and walks of life. From her hits “Luka” and “Tom’s Diner” to her latest album Beauty & Crime, her work is immediately recognizable, as utterly distinct and thoughtful, and as creative and musical now, as it was when her voice was first heard on the radio over 20 years ago.
Sleigh Bells The Mohawk Place – 9 p.m
Sleigh Bells is an American noise pop music duo. The group signed to M.I.A.'s record label N.E.E.T. and will release their debut album, Treats, on May 11th.
The band is expected to make it big this year and The L.A. Times gives them a great review at http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2010/03/coachella-beyond-the-mainstage-sleigh-bells-can-ring-a-racket.html
N’Dias (The Mix) featuring Alassane Sarr (a master percussionist from Senegal) Kleinhans Music Hall -- 8 p.m.
The music of N’Dias is rooted in the African tradition and through its performances the band strives to build awareness for the beauty and excitement of West African dance and drumming. Though their art is based on tradition, they cover a broad range of musical styles, from ancient to contemporary. The 12-member group includes numerous percussionists, electric guitars and bass, and dancers who deliver engaging high-energy performances from beginning to end.
The Glengarry Bhoys The Historic Riviera Theatre -- 8 p.m.
The Glengarry Bhoys, founded in 1998, is a Celtic fusion band blending traditional Scottish and Irish music with modern Celtic and contemporary sounds.
Saturday
Haiti Relief 5K Run/1-Mile Walk Delaware Park, Ring Road -- 9:30 a.m.
Memorial Miles 5K Run/ 1 Mile Walk Hilbert Campus and surrounding neighborhood
10 a.m.
Hilbert is proud to host "Memorial Miles, " a certified course through Hilbert College and the surrounding neighborhood that benefits student scholarships. The race concludes with a post-race BBQ, including music, children’s play area, 50/50 raffle and gift basket auction.
2010 Buffalo Boat Show Hamburg Fairgrounds – 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
“CSI Buffalo” Downtown Buffalo & Erie County Public Library – 2 p.m.
John P. Simich, Ph.D., Laboratory Director of the Erie County Central Police Services Forensic Laboratory, will present a program called “CSI Buffalo” on the fascinating world of state-of-the-art forensic science. His presentation will detail the use of modern forensic techniques in local cases and how they might have been used to assist in the notorious Thayer Brothers murder case in 1825. Simich oversees the day-to-day operations of the Erie County Forensic Laboratory and is the DNA Technical Leader for the Forensic DNA Section which he established in 1993. He holds a Ph.D. in Experimental Pathology from the Roswell Park Division of the University at Buffalo and teaches Forensic Science at both University at Buffalo and Canisius College.
27th Annual International Cultural Fiesta to benefit Haiti
Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall— 6:00- 8:00 p.m.
An evening of international food and performances, including a cultural fashion show, is being hosted by the Buffalo State College International Student Organization. Performances will include dance, voice and instrumentals representing a range of cultures, including Middle Eastern, Asian, Irish, Polish, Native American, Malaysian, African American, Indian and Haitian. Students from Buffalo State and the community will perform.
UB and Buffalo Drum Outlet present the Spectacle of Sound Jazz Festival The Tralf Music Hall -- 6:30 p.m.
The show will feature UB’s Pep Band and local high school jazz ensembles from Mount St. Mary Academy, Tonawanda High School, St. Francis High School, Akron High School and Hutch Tech.
Daryl Stuermer: Genesis Rewired Seneca Niagara Casino— 8 p.m.
Virtuoso lead guitarist Daryl Stuermer of the super-group Genesis and Phil Collins has been touring the world to sold-out crowds since 1978, creating the signature guitar sound of the Phil Collins mega hits “In the Air Tonight” and “Easy Lover.” As co-writer of the Phil Collins 1989 Grammy Award Winning, Billboard No. 4 single “Something Happened on the Way to Heaven,” Stuermer continues to write music for his eight solo albums of original music and cover his favorite Genesis vocals and instrumentals along the way. His new band, Daryl Stuermer-Genesis Rewired, is an exciting fusion of Stuermer’s unique Genesis renditions, creating an unforgettable evening that reinvents the Genesis experience.
Sunday
7th Annual Friend's of Night People Run Against Hunger 5k 5kD'Youville College
10 a.m.
2010 Buffalo Boat Show Hamburg Fairgrounds – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
Melissa’s Angels Benefit Buffalo Irish Center, 245 Abbott Road, South Buffalo, NY 14220
1:00 - 7:00 pm
This is a benefit for Autistic Children and will feature entertainment by Gregg Sansone, The Stone House Band, and Soundwave DJ's.
For more info go to http://melissasangels.org/index.html
Justin Nimmo The Riviera Theatre – 2:00 pm
North Tonawanda native Justin Nimmo began organ studies at 5 and at 13 played theatre organ at the Riviera Theatre. At 16, he became a house organist and regularly played overtures and other programs. Nimmo currently reside in Indianapolis, is a member of Central Indiana Chapter of ATOS, perf-orming for Chapter events. Employed by Carlton Smith Theatre Pipe Organ Restorations since 2004, he works on organ installation and servicing. Nimmo is a 2005 and 2006 recipient of ATOS scholarships, and studied with renowned theatre organ teacher, John Ferguson.
The 1st Annual Buffalo Chili Fest D'Arcy McGee's Irish Pub -- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Proceeds will go to benefit the People Inc. Foundation. Musical entertainment will be provided by November 11th. Come and sample chili recipes from Western New York chefs and restaurants including The Soup Man, Denny's, Pizza Junction, D’Arcy McGees and many more who will compete for your vote for Western New York's Best Chili! Kids on the Block will entertain children and a magician and face-painting will add to the fun.
For more info go to http://www.buffalochilifest.com/what.html
The Gift at the Pearl: A Benefit to Honor Fallen Buffalo Firefighters
All 5 floors of the Pearl Street Grill & Brewery – 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
When Buffalo firefighters Jonathan Croom and Lieutenant Charles “Chip” McCarthy made the ultimate sacrifice in an East Side fire last August, they both left behind children with full lives ahead of them. In response to the personal and financial void Croom’s children now face, his friends have rallied the Buffalo music community to gather for The Gift at the Pearl. The event will feature more than a dozen local bands on four stages, along with a host of raffles and auctions, with 100% of the proceeds going to a trust fund for Croom’s children.
For more info go to http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1331
Justin Nimmo The Riviera Theatre – 2:00 pm
North Tonawanda native Justin Nimmo began organ studies at 5 and at 13 played theatre organ at the Riviera Theatre. At 16, he became a house organist and regularly played overtures and other programs. Nimmo currently reside in Indianapolis, is a member of Central Indiana Chapter of ATOS, perf-orming for Chapter events. Employed by Carlton Smith Theatre Pipe Organ Restorations since 2004, he works on organ installation and servicing. Nimmo is a 2005 and 2006 recipient of ATOS scholarships, and studied with renowned theatre organ teacher, John Ferguson.
I hope you all had a wonderful Easter and enjoyed the heat wave! I’m looking forward to attending the Dyngus Day Parade for the first time tonight with Ben, Jeff, and Ray. Let me know if you have time to join us.
There are a lot of fun concerts, fundraisers and races in WNY this week.
Two big events that we would definitely like to send contributors to are on Sunday:
The 1st Annual Buffalo Chili Fest D'Arcy McGee's Irish Pub -- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Proceeds will go to benefit the People Inc. Foundation. Musical entertainment will be provided by November 11th. Come and sample chili recipes from Western New York chefs and restaurants including The Soup Man, Denny's, Pizza Junction, D’Arcy McGees and many more who will compete for your vote for Western New York's Best Chili! Kids on the Block will entertain children and a magician and face-painting will add to the fun.
For more info go to http://www.buffalochilifest.com/what.html
The Gift at the Pearl: A Benefit to Honor Fallen Buffalo Firefighters
All 5 floors of the Pearl Street Grill & Brewery – 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
When Buffalo firefighters Jonathan Croom and Lieutenant Charles “Chip” McCarthy made the ultimate sacrifice in an East Side fire last August, they both left behind children with full lives ahead of them. In response to the personal and financial void Croom’s children now face, his friends have rallied the Buffalo music community to gather for The Gift at the Pearl. The event will feature more than a dozen local bands on four stages, along with a host of raffles and auctions, with 100% of the proceeds going to a trust fund for Croom’s children.
For more info go to http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1331
Another big event this week:
2010 Buffalo Boat Show The Hamburg Fairgrounds
Thursday & Friday: Noon-9:00pm, Saturday-10:00am-9:00pm, Sunday-10:00am-5:00pm
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
Have a great week!
Deandra Modica
849-6926
mybuffalo_content@buffnews.com
Events List 4/5
Wednesday
Buddy Guy with Special Guest Tom Hambridge UB Center for the Arts -- 8:00 p.m.
Any discussion of Buddy Guy invariably involves a recitation of his colossal musical resume and hard-earned accolades. He’s a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a chief guitar influence to rock titans like Hendrix, Clapton, Beck, and Vaughan, a pioneer of Chicago’s fabled West Side sound, and a living link to that city’s halcyon days of electric blues. Buddy has received five Grammy Awards, 23 W.C. Handy Blues Awards (the most any artist has received), the Billboard Magazine Century Award for distinguished artistic achievement, and the Presidential National Medal of Arts.Yet despite this long list of achievements, Buddy Guy and his music remain as vital as ever.
Thursday
2010 Buffalo Boat Show Hamburg Fairgrounds – 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
An evening with Lisa Ling, special correspondent for The Oprah Winfrey Show.
Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall – 7 p.m.
Lisa Ling regularly files dispatches for The Oprah Winfrey Show as a special correspondent, and is a contributor to CNN's critically acclaimed series, Planet in Peril. She has also been a correspondent for National Geographic Explorer since December 2002, and is also well known for her stint sharing her no-holds-barred opinions on current events and everyday issues as a co-host of ABC’s hit daytime talk show, The View.
For more info go to http://www.buffalostate.edu/pac/season/ling.asp
tUnE-yArDs with Special Guest Xiu Xiu The Mohawk Place – 8 p.m.
Both of these experimental rock bands from California have an interesting blend of percussion and experimental structures with lush hooks and diverging lyrical styles.
For more info on tUnE-yArDs go to http://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/12851-bird-brains/
For more info on Xiu Xiu go to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xiu_Xiu
Friday
2010 Buffalo Boat Show Hamburg Fairgrounds – 12:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
Badfish: A Tribute to Sublime The Town Ballroom -- Doors open at 7:00
Scotty Don’t will open the show.
Badfish is a tribute band dedicated to playing the music of Sublime. The group is named after a song appearing on the album 40 Oz. to Freedom. In 2008, the band was nominated for Best Tribute Act in the Boston Music Awards.The group played 152 shows across the United States in 2006, selling just under 100,000 tickets and grossing $1.4 million in sales. Members of the group also play in a non-tribute act called Scotty Don't, which sometimes acts as the opener at Badfish shows.
Suzanne Vega Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall – 8 p.m.
Suzanne Vega is a singer/songwriter of rare poetic genius. Her profound insight into the basics of human existence has earned her followers of all ages and walks of life. From her hits “Luka” and “Tom’s Diner” to her latest album Beauty & Crime, her work is immediately recognizable, as utterly distinct and thoughtful, and as creative and musical now, as it was when her voice was first heard on the radio over 20 years ago.
Sleigh Bells The Mohawk Place – 9 p.m
Sleigh Bells is an American noise pop music duo. The group signed to M.I.A.'s record label N.E.E.T. and will release their debut album, Treats, on May 11th.
The band is expected to make it big this year and The L.A. Times gives them a great review at http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2010/03/coachella-beyond-the-mainstage-sleigh-bells-can-ring-a-racket.html
N’Dias (The Mix) featuring Alassane Sarr (a master percussionist from Senegal) Kleinhans Music Hall -- 8 p.m.
The music of N’Dias is rooted in the African tradition and through its performances the band strives to build awareness for the beauty and excitement of West African dance and drumming. Though their art is based on tradition, they cover a broad range of musical styles, from ancient to contemporary. The 12-member group includes numerous percussionists, electric guitars and bass, and dancers who deliver engaging high-energy performances from beginning to end.
The Glengarry Bhoys The Historic Riviera Theatre -- 8 p.m.
The Glengarry Bhoys, founded in 1998, is a Celtic fusion band blending traditional Scottish and Irish music with modern Celtic and contemporary sounds.
Saturday
Haiti Relief 5K Run/1-Mile Walk Delaware Park, Ring Road -- 9:30 a.m.
Memorial Miles 5K Run/ 1 Mile Walk Hilbert Campus and surrounding neighborhood
10 a.m.
Hilbert is proud to host "Memorial Miles, " a certified course through Hilbert College and the surrounding neighborhood that benefits student scholarships. The race concludes with a post-race BBQ, including music, children’s play area, 50/50 raffle and gift basket auction.
2010 Buffalo Boat Show Hamburg Fairgrounds – 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
“CSI Buffalo” Downtown Buffalo & Erie County Public Library – 2 p.m.
John P. Simich, Ph.D., Laboratory Director of the Erie County Central Police Services Forensic Laboratory, will present a program called “CSI Buffalo” on the fascinating world of state-of-the-art forensic science. His presentation will detail the use of modern forensic techniques in local cases and how they might have been used to assist in the notorious Thayer Brothers murder case in 1825. Simich oversees the day-to-day operations of the Erie County Forensic Laboratory and is the DNA Technical Leader for the Forensic DNA Section which he established in 1993. He holds a Ph.D. in Experimental Pathology from the Roswell Park Division of the University at Buffalo and teaches Forensic Science at both University at Buffalo and Canisius College.
27th Annual International Cultural Fiesta to benefit Haiti
Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall— 6:00- 8:00 p.m.
An evening of international food and performances, including a cultural fashion show, is being hosted by the Buffalo State College International Student Organization. Performances will include dance, voice and instrumentals representing a range of cultures, including Middle Eastern, Asian, Irish, Polish, Native American, Malaysian, African American, Indian and Haitian. Students from Buffalo State and the community will perform.
UB and Buffalo Drum Outlet present the Spectacle of Sound Jazz Festival The Tralf Music Hall -- 6:30 p.m.
The show will feature UB’s Pep Band and local high school jazz ensembles from Mount St. Mary Academy, Tonawanda High School, St. Francis High School, Akron High School and Hutch Tech.
Daryl Stuermer: Genesis Rewired Seneca Niagara Casino— 8 p.m.
Virtuoso lead guitarist Daryl Stuermer of the super-group Genesis and Phil Collins has been touring the world to sold-out crowds since 1978, creating the signature guitar sound of the Phil Collins mega hits “In the Air Tonight” and “Easy Lover.” As co-writer of the Phil Collins 1989 Grammy Award Winning, Billboard No. 4 single “Something Happened on the Way to Heaven,” Stuermer continues to write music for his eight solo albums of original music and cover his favorite Genesis vocals and instrumentals along the way. His new band, Daryl Stuermer-Genesis Rewired, is an exciting fusion of Stuermer’s unique Genesis renditions, creating an unforgettable evening that reinvents the Genesis experience.
Sunday
7th Annual Friend's of Night People Run Against Hunger 5k 5kD'Youville College
10 a.m.
2010 Buffalo Boat Show Hamburg Fairgrounds – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Get ready…Boating Season is just Around the Corner! Beat cabin fever and get out to the 2010 Buffalo Boat Show and Sale. There will be a large inventory of both new and pre-owned boats on display from WNY's largest dealers.
Melissa’s Angels Benefit Buffalo Irish Center, 245 Abbott Road, South Buffalo, NY 14220
1:00 - 7:00 pm
This is a benefit for Autistic Children and will feature entertainment by Gregg Sansone, The Stone House Band, and Soundwave DJ's.
For more info go to http://melissasangels.org/index.html
Justin Nimmo The Riviera Theatre – 2:00 pm
North Tonawanda native Justin Nimmo began organ studies at 5 and at 13 played theatre organ at the Riviera Theatre. At 16, he became a house organist and regularly played overtures and other programs. Nimmo currently reside in Indianapolis, is a member of Central Indiana Chapter of ATOS, perf-orming for Chapter events. Employed by Carlton Smith Theatre Pipe Organ Restorations since 2004, he works on organ installation and servicing. Nimmo is a 2005 and 2006 recipient of ATOS scholarships, and studied with renowned theatre organ teacher, John Ferguson.
The 1st Annual Buffalo Chili Fest D'Arcy McGee's Irish Pub -- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Proceeds will go to benefit the People Inc. Foundation. Musical entertainment will be provided by November 11th. Come and sample chili recipes from Western New York chefs and restaurants including The Soup Man, Denny's, Pizza Junction, D’Arcy McGees and many more who will compete for your vote for Western New York's Best Chili! Kids on the Block will entertain children and a magician and face-painting will add to the fun.
For more info go to http://www.buffalochilifest.com/what.html
The Gift at the Pearl: A Benefit to Honor Fallen Buffalo Firefighters
All 5 floors of the Pearl Street Grill & Brewery – 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
When Buffalo firefighters Jonathan Croom and Lieutenant Charles “Chip” McCarthy made the ultimate sacrifice in an East Side fire last August, they both left behind children with full lives ahead of them. In response to the personal and financial void Croom’s children now face, his friends have rallied the Buffalo music community to gather for The Gift at the Pearl. The event will feature more than a dozen local bands on four stages, along with a host of raffles and auctions, with 100% of the proceeds going to a trust fund for Croom’s children.
For more info go to http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1331
Justin Nimmo The Riviera Theatre – 2:00 pm
North Tonawanda native Justin Nimmo began organ studies at 5 and at 13 played theatre organ at the Riviera Theatre. At 16, he became a house organist and regularly played overtures and other programs. Nimmo currently reside in Indianapolis, is a member of Central Indiana Chapter of ATOS, perf-orming for Chapter events. Employed by Carlton Smith Theatre Pipe Organ Restorations since 2004, he works on organ installation and servicing. Nimmo is a 2005 and 2006 recipient of ATOS scholarships, and studied with renowned theatre organ teacher, John Ferguson.
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