Monday, May 24, 2010

Buffalo.com Events List 5/24

Hello everyone,

Here’s the list for this week. Hope you can attend a few events and enjoy the great weather!

Thank you,

Deandra Modica
Buffalo.com
849-6926
mybuffalo_content@buffnews.com

The Big Five:

Thursday

Sex & the City 2 Movie Premiere – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm - Market Arcade Theatre & Bijou Grille
VIP reception before and after the movie at the Bijou Grille.
Hosted by the Buffalo Ladies of the Vine Wine Club.
Sponsors include Get Heeled, Markos Designs and Modern Nostalgia boutiques, which will be contributing to swag bags and offering up raffle baskets to wind up the evening, back at the Bijou post-screening. And some of these sponsors are even giving premiere-week discounts to event goers who need a little something-something new to wear.
More info: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119800494705134&ref=mf

Labatt Blue Light Border Cross Concert Series - 7:00 pm- Sportsmens Tavern
Led by a cross-border collaboration that’s taking Buffalo by storm, the Labatt Blue Light Border Cross concert series is returning in May with an eclectic lineup! The final show will feature Toronto trio Royal Crowns and “Rockabilly Filly” from Austin, Texas, Rosie Flores.
Blue Light Border Cross celebrates the bond between our two countries and the waters we share, while continuing Buffalo’s great legacy as a gateway city for Canadian artists into the American music scene and supporting the preservation and protection efforts of Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper. Each night will feature a raffle of Labatt Blue Light gear.

Friday & Saturday

Live Investigation with the Ghost Hunters – 6:30 pm- 2:00 am- Buffalo Central Terminal
This is a live investigation of the Buffalo Central Terminal in Buffalo, New York with Dave Tango and Steve Gonsalves from Syfy's Ghost Hunters and Ghost Hunters Academy. Joining them is Demonologist, John Zaffis who rounds out a great team of investigators who will be bringing you some great information and tips on investigation and anything to do with the Paranormal field.
More info: http://www.idealeventmanage.com/

Friday

Polar Bear Club 7:00pm – The Mohawk Place
Polar Bear Club is an American post-hardcore/indie rock band from Rochester and Syracuse.
More info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polar_Bear_Club

Sunday

Buffalo Marathon/ Half-Marathon & Marathon Relay & - 7:00 am- Hyatt Hotel/
Post-race Party – 8:30 am- 3 pm - Buffalo Convention Center
** Award ceremony, food, beverage and music from 8:30am thru 3pm. Awards for the Half Marathon presented at 9:30am, and the Marathon presented at 11:30 am. The post-race party and awards ceremony will be held at the Buffalo Convention Center, next to the finish line.
More info: http://www.buffalomarathon.com/marathoninfo.cfm

Tuesday

BPO Youth Concert Series- 10:15 am & 12:15 pm
“Opposites Attract” Grades PreK – 2
Two 35 minute programs. Students will perform selections from Mozart, Mendelsoohn, Janacek and Brahms.

Hard Rock Cafe - Niagara Falls, USA Press Conference – 4:00 pm
Be the first to hear which bands are scheduled to appear during the free six-week Outdoor Summer Concert Series. The series will run every Saturday starting on July 3rd to August 7th.

I Call Fives- 6:00 pm – The Mohawk Place
The pop punk band will perform with special guests It’s A Firefight, Impact, With the Punches and Beyond City Lights.
I Call Fives has become known for their high-energy sound and relentless stage presence. Identified as front-runners in the next generation of pop-punk, the band is ready to take charge of the opportunity to assert themselves against the backdrop of the ever-exploding New Jersey scene by presenting audiences with straight-forward, feel-good pop-punk.
More info on the band: http://www.myspace.com/icallfives

Wednesday

BPO Youth Concert Series - 10:15 am & 12:15 pm
“Opposites Attract” Grades PreK - 2
Two 35 minute programs. Students will perform selections from Mozart, Mendelsoohn, Janacek and Brahms.

Buffalo Young Writers’ Contest- 7:30 pm – Road Less Traveled Theater
More info: http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1641

Buffalo Select Chorus 5th Annual Concert- 7:30 pm- Ashbury Hall at Babeville
Buffalo Select Chorus, with national recording artist Joseph Wooten, will perform their 5th Annual Concert on Wednesday. The concert and reception to follow is free and open-to-the-public. The evening is a mixed musical repertoire of local musicians and the supremely talented Buffalo Select Chorus.
Buffalo Select Chorus is the only chorus made up of Buffalo high school students, with nine different schools represented. The Chorus is a talented, dynamic group that has persevered despite challenges for funding in the arts in the Buffalo schools.

Thursday

Sex & the City 2 Movie Premiere – 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm - Market Arcade Theatre & Bijou Grille
VIP reception before and after the movie at the Bijou Grille.
Hosted by the Buffalo Ladies of the Vine Wine Club.
Sponsors include Get Heeled, Markos Designs and Modern Nostalgia boutiques, which will be contributing to swag bags and offering up raffle baskets to wind up the evening, back at the Bijou post-screening. And some of these sponsors are even giving premiere-week discounts to event goers who need a little something-something new to wear.
More info: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=119800494705134&ref=mf


Food Matters Film Series: King Corn Screening- doors 6:30- Hallwalls Contemporary Art Center
Film has become a powerful medium when exploring controversial topics or when making a point about a particular subject. For the last several years those concerned with the state of our food supply in this country have done well in exploring, exposing and initiating dialogue on this critical subject. The Lexington Cooperative Market and Edible Buffalo have joined together to present Food Matters: A Four Film Series.
King Corn was first released in 2007 and explores the tenuous topic of corn production in the United States. As America’s most subsidized crop, this film follows to young gentleman as they try to follow their corn crop as it enters our food system. What they learn is both troubling and eye-opening as it raises many questions about how we eat and how we farm. As more and more industrial food companies are coming under fire for their prevalent use of high fructose corn syrup in their products, this film continues to be timely and relevant.
More info: http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1670

Labatt Blue Light Border Cross Concert Series - 7:00 pm- Sportsmens Tavern
Led by a cross-border collaboration that’s taking Buffalo by storm, the Labatt Blue Light Border Cross concert series is returning in May with an eclectic lineup! The final show will feature Toronto trio Royal Crowns and “Rockabilly Filly” from Austin, Texas, Rosie Flores.
Blue Light Border Cross celebrates the bond between our two countries and the waters we share, while continuing Buffalo’s great legacy as a gateway city for Canadian artists into the American music scene and supporting the preservation and protection efforts of Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper. Each night will feature a raffle of Labatt Blue Light gear.

Taste of Heim and Shopping Night 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at Banchetti by Rizzo’s
550 North French Road, Amherst, NY
Admission includes tastings and samples from WNY restaurants and wineries.Also, enjoy the basket raffle and silent auction, and shop from local vendors ...all in one location!

From Door to Door – 7:30 pm- Alleyway Theatre
A daughter. A mother. A grandmother. Three women from the same family. The secrets of one generation are the discoveries of the next. Shifting back and forth in time and spanning 70 years of family history, From Door to Door is a funny, touching tribute to three generations of Jewish women in America. From Door to Door brings new meaning to the song, "L'Dor V'Dor" (From Generation to Generation). Written by James Sherman, author of the nation-wide comedy hit Beau Jest.

Thursday Night Spook – 8:00 pm- Club Diablo
Come for an assortment of entertainment including Live Bands, DJ's, Horror Movies, & house Magicians.
More info: http://www.clubdiablo.com/WebModules/Events/Events.aspx?eid=761#761e

Friday

Live Investigation with the Ghost Hunters – 6:30 pm- 2:00 am- Buffalo Central Terminal
This is a live investigation of the Buffalo Central Terminal in Buffalo, New York with Dave Tango and Steve Gonsalves from Syfy's Ghost Hunters and Ghost Hunters Academy. Joining them is Demonologist, John Zaffis who rounds out a great team of investigators who will be bringing you some great information and tips on investigation and anything to do with the Paranormal field.
More info: http://www.idealeventmanage.com/

Polar Bear Club 7:00pm – The Mohawk Place
Polar Bear Club is an American post-hardcore/indie rock band from Rochester and Syracuse.
More info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polar_Bear_Club

80's Dance Party! 9:00 pm- Club Diablo
Best of 80’s Alternative music, videos & movies.
More info: http://www.clubdiablo.com/WebModules/Events/Events.aspx?eid=776#776e

Saturday

From Door to Door – 4:00 pm & 8:00 pm- Alleyway Theatre
A daughter. A mother. A grandmother. Three women from the same family. The secrets of one generation are the discoveries of the next. Shifting back and forth in time and spanning 70 years of family history, From Door to Door is a funny, touching tribute to three generations of Jewish women in America. From Door to Door brings new meaning to the song, "L'Dor V'Dor" (From Generation to Generation). Written by James Sherman, author of the nation-wide comedy hit Beau Jest.

Live Investigation with the Ghost Hunters – 6:30 pm- 2:00 am- Buffalo Central Terminal
This is a live investigation of the Buffalo Central Terminal in Buffalo, New York with Dave Tango and Steve Gonsalves from Syfy's Ghost Hunters and Ghost Hunters Academy. Joining them is Demonologist, John Zaffis who rounds out a great team of investigators who will be bringing you some great information and tips on investigation and anything to do with the Paranormal field.
More info: http://www.idealeventmanage.com/

HEY YOU (A Tribute to Pink Floyd) –8:00 pm - Riviera Theatre
On June 22, 1973 Pink Floyd played the Buffalo Memorial Auditorium on their “Dark Side of the Moon” tour. It was the only time that Pink Floyd would play the Memorial Auditorium, and it was the last time the band ever played Buffalo. On May 29th, Hey You (A Tribute to Pink Floyd) will re-create that show using Pink Floyd’s actual set list. Come join Hey You (A Tribute to Pink Floyd) for an evening at the Riviera Theatre that will have a unique Western New York feel to it. Tickets: $20, pre-sale; $25, day of show

The Music Man in Concert : BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York Pops Series
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm - Kleinhans Music Hall
The magic of River City, Iowa comes to Western New York under the stage direction of MusicalFare's Randall Kramer.

The concert setting of the popular musical features all your favorites - including "76 Trombones," "Pick a Little, Talk a Little," "Trouble" and many more!

Lazlo Holyfeld CD Release Show- 9:00 pm- The Mohawk Place.
Special guests for the evening will be Drivers to Warsaw.
Lazlo Hollyfeld formed in the winter of 2003 in Buffalo, NY. Bassist Chris Gangarossa and keyboardist Scott Molloy began by trying to focus on creating a purely instrumental sound based on the ideas of simplicity, and dominant rhythms and textures. After the addition of guitarist Jeff Mcleod and drummer Matt Felski, Lazlo Hollyfeld quickly became one of the most known groups in upstate New York.
More info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lazlo-Hollyfeld/9702828748#!/pages/Lazlo-Hollyfeld/9702828748?v=info

Sunday

Buffalo Marathon/ Half-Marathon & Marathon Relay & - 7:00 am- Hyatt Hotel/
Post-race Party – 8:30 am- 3 pm - Buffalo Convention Center
** Award ceremony, food, beverage and music from 8:30am thru 3pm. Awards for the Half Marathon presented at 9:30am, and the Marathon presented at 11:30 am. The post-race party and awards ceremony will be held at the Buffalo Convention Center, next to the finish line.
More info: http://www.buffalomarathon.com/marathoninfo.cfm

From Door to Door – 2:00 pm- Alleyway Theatre
A daughter. A mother. A grandmother. Three women from the same family. The secrets of one generation are the discoveries of the next. Shifting back and forth in time and spanning 70 years of family history, From Door to Door is a funny, touching tribute to three generations of Jewish women in America. From Door to Door brings new meaning to the song, "L'Dor V'Dor" (From Generation to Generation). Written by James Sherman, author of the nation-wide comedy hit Beau Jest.

Monday, May 10, 2010

Buffalo.com Events List 5/10

Hello everyone,

Let’s hope the crazy rainstorms die down for a bit so we can get to some more events! Next weekend is supposed to be really nice so hopefully we can get you out to some of the great events in the area.

Here are the events we really want to get to this week:

Thursday:

Labatt Blue Light Border Cross Concert Series – Sportsmens Tavern – 8:00 p.m.
Blue Light Border Cross celebrates the bond between our two countries and the waters we share, while continuing Buffalo’s great legacy as a gateway city for Canadian artists into the American music scene and supporting the preservation and protection efforts of Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper.
Hamilton’s “acid folk” pioneers Lee Harvey Osmond, featuring Tom Wilson of Blackie & the Rodeo Kings and Junkhouse fame will perform. There will also be a raffle of Labatt Blue Light gear.
For more info go to: http://www.myspace.com/lhosmond

Friday:

Spring into Summer Festival- Hamburg Fairgrounds- 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Come and enjoy an exciting festival atmosphere celebrating everything that's summer. For 2 days, guests will enjoy music and sample local wine, food, and beer, while exhibitors offer enticing deals and ideas for summer fun in Greater Buffalo and the Niagara Frontier! Live entertainment featuring Hit N Run on Friday. There will also be some great door prizes, and a silent auction benefiting youth fitness organizations. For more information, please visit: http://www.springintosummerfestival.com

Saturday:

2nd Annual St Luke's Mission of Mercy Run for Goodness Sake Quarter Marathon
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens – 9:00 a.m.
2 Mile Fun Walk and Quarter Marathon Race

Walk for Celiac Awareness, Making Tracks for Celiacs - Clarence Town Park
Registration: 9:30 a.m. Walk (1.5 or 3miles): 10:30 a.m.

Buffalo Wellfest 2010 – Bills Field House -10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
The 4th annual Buffalo Wellfest continues to improve on its tradition as Western New York’s most comprehensive healthy living exposition with a series of three events that bring a new level of exposure to the event and community at large. BlueCross BlueShield of WNY members and their families will join in the fun at the Field House with interactive sports stations to test their fitness and endurance levels.
For more info go to http://www.buffalowellfest.com/fieldhouse

Spring into Summer Festival- Hamburg Fairgrounds- 2:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Come and enjoy an exciting festival atmosphere celebrating everything that's summer. For 2 days, guests will enjoy music and sample local wine, food, and beer, while exhibitors offer enticing deals and ideas for summer fun in Greater Buffalo and the Niagara Frontier! Live entertainment featuring Hit N Run on Friday. There will also be some great door prizes, and a silent auction benefiting youth fitness organizations. For more information, please visit: http://www.springintosummerfestival.com

Bo Burnham- The Town Ballroom- 7:00 p.m.
Burnham is an American comedian, singer-songwriter, musician, actor, and Internet celebrity. Writing comedic and satirical songs with a politically incorrect slant, his YouTube videos have received more than 60.3 million views as of April 2010.[ His first EP—Bo Fo Sho—was released in June 2008 by Comedy Central Records, and his first full-length self titled album was released by the same label in March 2009. On January 31, 2010 it was announced that Burnham finished #2 overall in voting in 2010's Comedy Central Stand-up Showdown.

Have a great week!

Sincerely,

Deandra Modica
Buffalo.com
849-6926
mybuffalo_content@buffnews.com


Events List 5/10/10

Thursday:

Labatt Blue Light Border Cross Concert Series – Sportsmens Tavern – 8:00 p.m.
Blue Light Border Cross celebrates the bond between our two countries and the waters we share, while continuing Buffalo’s great legacy as a gateway city for Canadian artists into the American music scene and supporting the preservation and protection efforts of Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper.
Hamilton’s “acid folk” pioneers Lee Harvey Osmond, featuring Tom Wilson of Blackie & the Rodeo Kings and Junkhouse fame will perform. There will also be a raffle of Labatt Blue Light gear.
For more info go to: http://www.myspace.com/lhosmond

Lost Patrol with special guests Dotsun Moon – The Mohawk Place- Doors Open at 8:00 p.m.
For more info about the band go to: http://www.thelostpatrol.com/index2.shtml

Friday:

Spring into Summer Festival- Hamburg Fairgrounds- 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Come and enjoy an exciting festival atmosphere celebrating everything that's summer. For 2 days, guests will enjoy music and sample local wine, food, and beer, while exhibitors offer enticing deals and ideas for summer fun in Greater Buffalo and the Niagara Frontier! Live entertainment featuring Hit N Run on Friday. There will also be some great door prizes, and a silent auction benefiting youth fitness organizations. For more information, please visit: http://www.springintosummerfestival.com

The Comedy Roast of Dj Hassan- The Tralf Music Hall- Doors Open at 7:00 p.m.
Hosted by Steve Wilson.
More info at: http://buffaloplace.com/app.aspx?st=10300&e=eventdetail&eid=1504

Free Music Fridays – Niagara Falls, USA Hard Rock CafĂ© - 8:00 p.m.
The Strictly Hip: A Tribute to The Tragically Hip will perform.
More info about the band found here: http://www.strictlyhip.net/

Saturday:

2nd Annual St Luke's Mission of Mercy Run for Goodness Sake Quarter Marathon
Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens – 9:00 a.m.
2 Mile Fun Walk and Quarter Marathon Race

Walk for Celiac Awareness, Making Tracks for Celiacs - Clarence Town Park
Registration: 9:30 a.m. Walk (1.5 or 3miles): 10:30 a.m.

Buffalo Wellfest 2010 – Bills Field House -10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
The 4th annual Buffalo Wellfest continues to improve on its tradition as Western New York’s most comprehensive healthy living exposition with a series of three events that bring a new level of exposure to the event and community at large. BlueCross BlueShield of WNY members and their families will join in the fun at the Field House with interactive sports stations to test their fitness and endurance levels.
For more info go to http://www.buffalowellfest.com/fieldhouse

Spring into Summer Festival- Hamburg Fairgrounds- 2:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Come and enjoy an exciting festival atmosphere celebrating everything that's summer. For 2 days, guests will enjoy music and sample local wine, food, and beer, while exhibitors offer enticing deals and ideas for summer fun in Greater Buffalo and the Niagara Frontier! Live entertainment featuring Hit N Run on Friday. There will also be some great door prizes, and a silent auction benefiting youth fitness organizations. For more information, please visit: http://www.springintosummerfestival.com

Bo Burnham- The Town Ballroom- 7:00 p.m.
Burnham is an American comedian, singer-songwriter, musician, actor, and Internet celebrity. Writing comedic and satirical songs with a politically incorrect slant, his YouTube videos have received more than 60.3 million views as of April 2010.[ His first EP—Bo Fo Sho—was released in June 2008 by Comedy Central Records, and his first full-length self titled album was released by the same label in March 2009. On January 31, 2010 it was announced that Burnham finished #2 overall in voting in 2010's Comedy Central Stand-up Showdown.

Mark Twain Live!- Lancaster Opera House- 7:30 p.m.
Mark Twain, America's Greatest Author and Humorist is brought to life through the considerable talents of actor Mike Randall. Since 1972 this Nationally Acclaimed one-man Mark Twain Stage Production has charmed audiences throughout the United States and Canada. Appearing Off-Broadway at New York City's ONLY Dinner-Theatre and on college campuses, at Corporate gatherings, Dinner Theatres, Opera House, Churches, Schools and in Regional Theatres, the show bursts forth with all the wit and wisdom that was the trade-mark of the "Great Man Himself."

M&T Classics Series : Brahms Requiem – Kleinhan’s Music Hall- 8:00 p.m.
The Kenmore East Select Choir will be performing a free Community Night concert in the Mary Seaton Room at 7:15pm before the BPO’s performance.

David Wilcox – Buffalo Friends of Fold Music – 8:00 p.m.
“Fueled by brilliantly articulate guitar, an honestly pretty baritone, and deft lyrics, he combines the best of both pop and modern folk aesthetics.” Boston Globe
“David Wilcox's ongoing musical journey [is]... compelling and richly deserving of a listen.”
Rolling Stone
http://davidwilcox.com/index.php?page=homepage

Sylvia Browne- Seneca Niagara Events Center - 8 p.m.
Don’t miss your opportunity to see world-famous psychic and #1 New York Times best-selling author, Sylvia Browne. She has been thrilling audiences with her spiritual guidance and psychic abilities since the age of three. Browne appears regularly on the Montel Williams Show and Larry King Live while making numerous other public appearances. Browne has written many popular books and holds a master’s degree in English literature. She is set to release her newest book, Psychic: My Life in Two Worlds, on May 25th.

J. Medicine Hat – Seneca Niagara Casino: Bear's Den Showroom - 8 p.m.
J. Medicine Hat has been a fixture in the comedy club scene for over 20 years. He started his career in the early 80's as a Stand-up Comedian, Star Search soon followed along with Showtime, HBO, MTV and VH1.

Sunday:

2010 Fredonia Walk MS- Russell Joy Park Road, Fredonia – 10:00 a.m.
You can bring us closer to a world free of MS. Walk MS is fun with an important purpose. We unite as a community during Walk MS to make a powerful statement - to keep up moving toward a cure.

Keyboard Pops Concert –Riviera Theater - 2:00 pm
This favorite “Boston Pops” style concert will feature the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ, a Concert Grand Piano, and the American Legion Band of the Tonawandas. The show will feature well known songs and medleys played by world famous keyboard soloists, Jelani Eddington and Chris Gorsuch.

M&T Classics Series : Brahms Requiem – Kleinhan’s Music Hall- 2:30 p.m.
The Bowmanville Ontario High School Orchestra will be performing a free concert in the Mary Seaton Room at 1:45 p.m. before the BPO’s performance.

Mark Twain Live!- Lancaster Opera House- 2:30 p.m.
Mark Twain, America's Greatest Author and Humorist is brought to life through the considerable talents of actor Mike Randall. Since 1972 this Nationally Acclaimed one-man Mark Twain Stage Production has charmed audiences throughout the United States and Canada. Appearing Off-Broadway at New York City's ONLY Dinner-Theatre and on college campuses, at Corporate gatherings, Dinner Theatres, Opera House, Churches, Schools and in Regional Theatres, the show bursts forth with all the wit and wisdom that was the trade-mark of the "Great Man Himself."

Monday, May 3, 2010

Buffalo.com Events List 5/3

Hi everyone,

I can’t believe it’s May already! Thanks to everyone who went out this past week. As usual, I have listed the events we really want to get contributors to below. Make sure to take a look at the entire list to see if something interests you.

Thank you and have a great week!

Deandra Modica
849-6926
mybuffalo_content@buffnews.com

Wednesday:
Cinco de Mayo Celebration -Cozumel Grill & Tequila Bar – 11:00 a.m.
Dos XX Girls will be there 7 p.m.- ?
Bud Light Lime & Blue Light Lime Girls will be there all day giving out prizes.

Cinco de Mayo Party The Riviera Theatre- 5:30 pm
Don’t miss this party filled with crazy fun and madness! Music, Tapas & Dessert stations; raffles, cash bar, Margaritas, and Tequila tasting with lots of fun people! All of the proceeds will benefit the Historic Riviera Theatre.

Friday:

Celebrity First Friday featuring Lloyd – The Town Ballroom- 11:00 p.m.
Lloyd was only 18 years old when he made his major mark on the music scene with the release of his 2004 debut CD, South Side, which spawned the Top 20 Ashanti collabo of the same name. In the years that followed, Lloyd has proven himself as a legitimate industry player, generating hits like 2006’s chart-topping “You” and the infectious “Get It Shawty,” which saw top two placements last year. Both hit singles were featured on his gold-selling sophomore disc, Street Love. In August 2008, Lloyd returned with his third effort, Lessons In Love, which featured the hit single, “Girls Around the World” with Lil Wayne. The irresistible laid back track which samples Eric B & Rakim’s “Paid In Full”, was co-produced by Lloyd along with his Street Love crew, Jasper Cameron & Reese. The Hype Williams-directed music video was a futuristic, sexy clip that topped the BET “106 & Park” countdown, once again solidifying Lloyd amongst the R&B elite.

Friday & Saturday:

Lewiston Smelt Festival Lewiston Waterfront - Village of Lewiston- 6:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
Nestled along the scenic Niagara River, the Village of Lewiston will celebrate one of its most famous natural resources; the smelt. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation deemed Lewiston as one of the best places in the nation for Smelt Dipping. On May 7th beginning at 6 pm The Niagara River Anglers and the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will batter and fry hundreds of pounds of smelt at the Lewiston Waterfront. The adjacent Silo Restaurant will serve up chowder, beer, WNY’s Famous Beef on Weck and more. Live music. On Friday night come and see a real live smelt queen add to the fish fun. Area restaurants along the Village’s main street will offer their own culinary version of smelt.

Saturday:

Buffalo Indie Market at The Gardens The Botanical Gardens 10:00am-3:00pm
Free admission to The Gardens and Market!
Shop local. Shop hand-made. Discover handmade items from local artists and designers producing the most current, high quality, handmade items from the always growing Indie Art Community. We encourage both consumers and retailers to visit the market as well as to shop online for direct access to local Indie Artists and their latest work. Our goal is to create a fun and inviting shopping atmosphere and a strong Local Indie Art community that promotes the growth and commercial viability of independent artists and businesses in the Buffalo area. Go to www.buffaloindiemarket.com for more info!

THIS IS AN EMPIRE CD Release Party- Pure Nightclub – 7:00 p.m.
THIS IS AN EMPIRE releases their new album "Wholly." Two rooms featuring live music from THIS IS AN EMPIRE, DJ DStar, Nocturnal Me, and DJs Mario Bee, Bones, Medison of Queen City Cartel, Are House and more.

Sunday

4th Annual Elephant Run Scholarship Race - Delaware Park – 9:30 a.m.
Benefits The Marcena Lozano Memorial Scholarship Fund awarding organ transplant recipients

Events List 5/3/10

Tuesday

Sky Eats Airplane with special guests Drop Dead Gorgeous, Motionless in White and Atilla and Sleeping with Sirens. The Mohawk Place -- Doors will open at 6:00 p.m.
Sky Eats Airplane is an American metalcore band, formed in Fort Worth, Texas, in 2005. The band is signed to indie label Equal Vision Records and most recently released their self-titled full-length album through the label in July 2008. A new full-length album is expected from the band early this year as stated by their Myspace blog.
For more info on the band go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sky_Eats_Airplane

Wednesday

Cinco de Mayo Celebration -Cozumel Grill & Tequila Bar – 11:00 a.m.
Dos XX Girls will be there 7 p.m.- ?
Bud Light Lime & Blue Light Lime Girls will be there all day giving out prizes.

Cinco de Mayo Party The Riviera Theatre- 5:30 pm
Don’t miss this party filled with crazy fun and madness! Music, Tapas & Dessert stations; raffles, cash bar, Margaritas, and Tequila tasting with lots of fun people! All of the proceeds will benefit the Historic Riviera Theatre.

The Expendables with special guests Dirty Penny, Tomorrow’s Bad Seed and The Big B
The Mohawk Place - Doors will open at 6:00
The Expendables is an American ska/rock band from Santa Cruz, California. Their music is a diverse mix of styles, including reggae, ska, surf rock, and punk rock.
For more info on the band go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Expendables_%28American_band%29

Cinco de Mayo Celebration – Barcelona on Pearl- 8:00 p.m.
Live Music by: The Latin Jazz Project 8pm-11pm DJ 11pm-4am

Thursday

Adult Swim presents Aqua Teen Hunger Force Live – Town Ballroom – Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Plus also some SQUIDBILLIES stuff live.

Me and My Girl – Lancaster Opera House- 7:30 p.m.
A razzle-dazzle musical with a bright, infectious score! Charming and witty, "Me and My Girl" tells of a Cockney lad who inherits the title and fortunes to the Earl of Hareford. This beguiling musical is filled with energetic dancing, lilting songs, including "The Lambeth Walk," "Leaning On a Lamppost," and "Me and My Girl."

Friday

GUSTO AT THE GALLERY: The Vogel’s - Free Fridays from 3 to 10 pm
Beginning in the 1960s, Herbert Vogel, a postal worker, and Dorothy Vogel, a librarian, amassed a remarkable contemporary art collection using modest means. Recently they decided, in collaboration with the National Gallery of Art, to gift fifty works each to one museum in each of the fifty states. Representing New York State, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery is the recipient of the Vogel’s generous gift. Join us to celebrate this extraordinary couple’s story in the final days of the exhibition Fifty Works for Fifty States: The Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection with a panel discussion moderated by Chief Curator Douglas Dreishpoon including special guests and a unique repeat film screening of the documentary about the Vogel’s, Herb and Dorothy, directed by Megumi Sasaki.

Lewiston Smelt Festival Lewiston Waterfront - Village of Lewiston- 6:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
Nestled along the scenic Niagara River, the Village of Lewiston will celebrate one of its most famous natural resources; the smelt. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation deemed Lewiston as one of the best places in the nation for Smelt Dipping. On May 7th beginning at 6 pm The Niagara River Anglers and the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will batter and fry hundreds of pounds of smelt at the Lewiston Waterfront. The adjacent Silo Restaurant will serve up chowder, beer, WNY’s Famous Beef on Weck and more. Live music. On Friday night come and see a real live smelt queen add to the fish fun. Area restaurants along the Village’s main street will offer their own culinary version of smelt.

Me and My Girl – Lancaster Opera House- 7:30 p.m.
A razzle-dazzle musical with a bright, infectious score! Charming and witty, "Me and My Girl" tells of a Cockney lad who inherits the title and fortunes to the Earl of Hareford. This beguiling musical is filled with energetic dancing, lilting songs, including "The Lambeth Walk," "Leaning On a Lamppost," and "Me and My Girl."

Free Music Fridays: Hard Rock Cafe - Niagara Falls, USA - 8:00 p.m.
Kings of Gonzo: A Tribute to Pearl Jam
For more info visit: www.myspace.com/kingsofgonzo

Celebrity First Friday featuring Lloyd – The Town Ballroom- 11:00 p.m.
Lloyd was only 18 years old when he made his major mark on the music scene with the release of his 2004 debut CD, South Side, which spawned the Top 20 Ashanti collabo of the same name. In the years that followed, Lloyd has proven himself as a legitimate industry player, generating hits like 2006’s chart-topping “You” and the infectious “Get It Shawty,” which saw top two placements last year. Both hit singles were featured on his gold-selling sophomore disc, Street Love. In August 2008, Lloyd returned with his third effort, Lessons In Love, which featured the hit single, “Girls Around the World” with Lil Wayne. The irresistible laid back track which samples Eric B & Rakim’s “Paid In Full”, was co-produced by Lloyd along with his Street Love crew, Jasper Cameron & Reese. The Hype Williams-directed music video was a futuristic, sexy clip that topped the BET “106 & Park” countdown, once again solidifying Lloyd amongst the R&B elite.

Saturday

Lou Reuter Memorial Scholarship 5K Run -Kenmore East High School – 9:00 a.m.

Buffalo Indie Market at The Gardens The Botanical Gardens 10:00am-3:00pm
Free admission to The Gardens and Market!
Shop local. Shop hand-made. Discover handmade items from local artists and designers producing the most current, high quality, handmade items from the always growing Indie Art Community. We encourage both consumers and retailers to visit the market as well as to shop online for direct access to local Indie Artists and their latest work. Our goal is to create a fun and inviting shopping atmosphere and a strong Local Indie Art community that promotes the growth and commercial viability of independent artists and businesses in the Buffalo area. Go to www.buffaloindiemarket.com for more info!


Lewiston Smelt Festival Lewiston Waterfront - Village of Lewiston- 6:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
Nestled along the scenic Niagara River, the Village of Lewiston will celebrate one of its most famous natural resources; the smelt. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation deemed Lewiston as one of the best places in the nation for Smelt Dipping. On May 7th beginning at 6 pm The Niagara River Anglers and the Niagara River Region Chamber of Commerce will batter and fry hundreds of pounds of smelt at the Lewiston Waterfront. The adjacent Silo Restaurant will serve up chowder, beer, WNY’s Famous Beef on Weck and more. Live music. On Friday night come and see a real live smelt queen add to the fish fun. Area restaurants along the Village’s main street will offer their own culinary version of smelt.

USG Comedy Show – Rockwell Performing Arts Center – 7:00 p.m.
U.S.G. is proud to present a night of comedy featuring Aries Spears, Finesse Mitchell and Eric Schwartz. Aries Spears was a regular on MAD TV. Finesse Mitchell was a feature player on Saturday Night Live. Both have appeared in numerous movies and other television shows.

THIS IS AN EMPIRE CD Release Party- Pure Nightclub – 7:00 p.m.
THIS IS AN EMPIRE releases their new album "Wholly." Two rooms featuring live music from THIS IS AN EMPIRE, DJ DStar, Nocturnal Me, and DJs Mario Bee, Bones, Medison of Queen City Cartel, Are House and more.

Me and My Girl – Lancaster Opera House- 7:30 p.m.
A razzle-dazzle musical with a bright, infectious score! Charming and witty, "Me and My Girl" tells of a Cockney lad who inherits the title and fortunes to the Earl of Hareford. This beguiling musical is filled with energetic dancing, lilting songs, including "The Lambeth Walk," "Leaning On a Lamppost," and "Me and My Girl."

Emerson, Lake & Palmer Tribute Project –8:00 pm- Riviera Theater
Live from Europe, this ELP Tribute Band is like none other. Using original vintage 70’s instruments (Hammond organ, Lesley, Mini Moog, Fender Jazz Bass, Gibson, Bass, Guild 12-string acoustic guitar, Gretsch drums, bell and Chinese gongs), the band is a powerful trio recreating the famous aggressive wall of sound of the 70’s years and captures the magic atmosphere of the ELP music with a nod to King Crimson.

Sunday

4th Annual Elephant Run Scholarship Race - Delaware Park – 9:30 a.m.
Benefits The Marcena Lozano Memorial Scholarship Fund awarding organ transplant recipients

Me and My Girl – Lancaster Opera House- 2:30 p.m.
A razzle-dazzle musical with a bright, infectious score! Charming and witty, "Me and My Girl" tells of a Cockney lad who inherits the title and fortunes to the Earl of Hareford. This beguiling musical is filled with energetic dancing, lilting songs, including "The Lambeth Walk," "Leaning On a Lamppost," and "Me and My Girl."

Laura Marling – Soundlab – 8:00 p.m.
Laura Beatrice Marling, is a folk-pop, singer-songwriter from Hampshire, England. Initially prominent within the London folk scene, she has also toured with a number of well-known indie artists in the UK. Her sound is characterized by striking melodies and poetic lyricism.
For more info go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laura_Marling