Events 10/19/09

Hey all,

• You’ll notice that the events list this week is smaller than usual. Why? Because our target audience is 18-34 and some of the events going on this week don’t fit that demo. If you know of events that I left out that would be perfect for our 18-34 target demo, please let me know.

• With that same thought in mind, you’ll notice shows on this list that take place at Mohawk Place, XTreme Wheels, etc. if the performer/bands doesn’t sound familiar, do a google search and head over to the MySpace page. We’d like to target the local music scene and up-and-coming bands…and these are ways to do it.

• Halloween is right around the corner – it’s traditionally a HUGE time for the site. Lots of people come to our site to see photos of the unique and unusual costumes. If you know of local bars/clubs hosting costume events (other than what’s listed here), fill me in and we’ll get you in the door. We still haven’t found a writer or photographer volunteer to check out the Haunted Catacombs in Cheektowaga or Fright Fest at Darien Lake…what, are you scared?

• College interns, are on-campus events slow? Take a community event this week and take photos or write an article about something off campus!

• Photographers: is everyone writing a description and appropriate title for your photos? The titles have improved, but many photos are being uploaded without proper descriptions. The sets/multi-photo uploader tool is coming VERY SOON.

• Writers: are you tagging your stories? Keep in mind that keywords are important when it comes to search.

• Also, if you know of a big show/concert, etc. that is coming up in the next month and you want to cover it, let me know that info as well. I reviewed AC/DC last night. No show - no matter how big or small - is out of question.

Thanks!

Deanna Russo
Online Interactive Manager
MyBuffalo.com
Work: (716) 849-4527
Cell: (716) 390-2652
drusso@buffnews.com



Tuesday

Lights with special guests Stars of Track and Field, Everlea and one more band to be announced at Mohawk Place, 6pm

Wednesday

Eyes Set to Kill with The World Alive, Dreaming of Eden, at Mohawk Place, with special guests The Word Alive, Dreaming of Eden, 6pm

Thursday

Star 102.5 Presents Pinktober At The Hard Rock Cafe, Niagara Falls USA: Featuring Jessie James with Mozella, 333 Prospect St, Niagara Falls, Doors: 6:30pm, 7pm

Star 102.5 Presents OCTOBEERFEST, Shea's Performing Arts Center, 646 Main St. Buffalo

The Almost with special guests, Mohawk Place, 8pm

Friday

Local Showcast at Xtreme Wheels w/ Carpo Phorus, The Birth Of A Catastrophe, Sleepless City, The Odd Hours, Picture To Burn, Large Salty, and more. 6pm

Attack Attack! heads to Xtreme Wheels on October 23rd with special guests I Set MyFriends on Fire, Miss May I, Our Last Night and The Color Morale, 6pm

The Scott Celani Band, Free Music Fridays, Hard Rock Cafe, Niagara Falls 8pm

Most Happy Fella: A Broadway musical/operetta that features an interesting love triangle and the story is told through song. Lancaster Opera House, 21 Central Avenue, Lancaster

Saturday

Northpointe Council, Inc Hosts 12th Annual Flexcare Jack O'Lantern Fall Classic 5K Race & 1.5 Mile Health Walk: this one is being organized by a former Buffalo.com contributor, and I’d really like to help him with either a photographer and/or writer, so let me know if you can help. Niagara Falls State Park, 10am

Astronomy Night: Look, ma stars! Telescopes focus on moon, Jupiter, the Double Star Cluster E.T., the Seven Sisters & other constellations, Penn Dixie Site, Hamburg 6pm

Jim Breuer: He’s established himself as one of the most outrageous comedians in the U.S. through his incredible stand-up performances, charismatic stage antics and impressions, various television appearances, movie roles and his Sirius Satellite Radio show. UB’s Center for the Arts, 8pm.

Never Shout Never with Meg & Dia, Now Now Every Children, Carter Hulsey at XTreme Wheels, 6pm

The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University at Buffalo will present Zodiaque Dance Company in the Drama Theatre, located at the Center for the Arts, North Campus. Performances will be held Wednesday through Saturday at 8:00pm, Sunday at 2:00pm.

Most Happy Fella: A Broadway musical/operetta that features an interesting love triangle and the story is told through song. Lancaster Opera House, 21 Central Avenue, Lancaster

Make a Splash the Art Happening of the Season: Local artists, students, teens, children, parents and professionals from all backgrounds are invited to “make a splash” in the Western New York art scene by participating in the art happening of the season. ZGM Fine Arts Studio, 1045 Elmwood Avenue, 10am-4pm

Buffalo’s Biggest Halloween Bash at the Central Terminal: $2,000 COSTUME CONTEST! It's a pretty cool concept - host a costume contest for $2,000, and some of the most amazing costumes you've ever seen show up! Debbie Rochon! Debbie has been featured in over 100 horror flicks, and she's hot! Score! Debbie will help us judge a bonus $500 Elvira (look-alike)costume contest! Live Music all night from That 80's Hair Band and Johnny Smoke! 6pm-1am

Sunday

Most Happy Fella: A Broadway musical/operetta that features an interesting love triangle and the story is told through song. Lancaster Opera House, 21 Central Avenue, Lancaster

Monday

GWAR... with special guests...Job For A Cowboy and The Red Chord, Mohawk Place, 8pm

UB Men’s Soccer vs. Canisius: 7:30 pm, UB Stadium