Events Calendar

May, 2013

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  • 1

    • Brown Bag Lunch Series: Mary Roberts
    • Free Recital Series

    Wednesday, May 01, 2013

    Brown Bag Lunch Series: Mary Roberts

    Date:
    5/1/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo & Erie County Public Library
    Description:
    The Board of Directors of Working For Downtown, an organization whose mission is to promote and help improve quality of life in Downtown Buffalo, present the acclaimed Brown Bag Lunch series.Read More

    Free Recital Series

    Date:
    5/1/2013 12:30:00 PM
    Location:
    St. Paul's Cathedral
    Description:
    Friends of Music at St. Paul’s Cathedral presents the 2013 Free Recital Series. Performances take place Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.Read More
  • 2

    • 10th Annual Values Awards Luncheon
    • Bruce Wojick
    • American Buffalo
    • Bisons vs. Louisville Bats
    • On the Waterfront
    • Todd Glass

    Thursday, May 02, 2013

    10th Annual Values Awards Luncheon

    Date:
    5/2/2013 11:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Hyatt Regency
    Description:
    Thursday, May 2nd, Leadership Buffalo will be holding their 10th Annual Values Awards Luncheon. The luncheon will be held at the Hyatt Regency and begins at 11:00 a.m.Read More

    Bruce Wojick

    Date:
    5/2/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Tralf Music Hall
    Description:
    Thursday, May 2nd, join the Tralf Music Hall for Bruce Wojick and his band. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and admission is $12.00 in advance and $14.00 on the day of the show.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/2/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Thursday, May 2nd, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    Bisons vs. Louisville Bats

    Date:
    5/2/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Thursday, May 2nd, come watch the Buffalo Bisons vs. the Louisville Bats. First pitch is scheduled for 6:05 p.m. at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/2/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Thursday, May 2nd, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place April 25th through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More

    Todd Glass

    Date:
    5/2/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Thursday, May 2nd, the Helium Comedy Club presents Todd Glass. The show begins at 8:00 p.m. and tickets are $15.00 for general admission and $20.00 for reserved seating.Read More
  • 3

    • Wine War I
    • Scotch and Wine Tasting
    • Bisons vs. Louisville Bats
    • American Buffalo
    • Todd Glass
    • On the Waterfront

    Friday, May 03, 2013

    Wine War I

    Date:
    5/3/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Hotel Lafayette
    Description:
    Friday, May 3rd at 6:00 p.m., the Buffalo History Museum presents the first annual Wine War I. This event will offer tasting from vineyards of Southern Ontario and New York State as well as a sneak peak at the firearms which will be included in the Museum exhibit, By Fire and Sword: The War in the Niagara Theatre, 1812-1814. Also included in the event are extravagant food stations, local wines, a silent auction, live entertainment and more. Wine War I will be held at the Hotel Lafayette.Read More

    Scotch and Wine Tasting

    Date:
    5/3/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Hyatt Regency
    Description:
    Friday, May 3rd, they Hyatt Regency will be hosting a scotch and wine tasting event to benefit the Haupman-Woodward Institute.Read More

    Bisons vs. Louisville Bats

    Date:
    5/3/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Thursday, May 2nd, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Lousiville Bats. First pitch is scheduled for 6:05 p.m. at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/3/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Friday, May 3rd, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    Todd Glass

    Date:
    5/3/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Friday, May 3rd, the Helium Comedy Club presents Todd Glass. The shows begin at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and tickets are $20.00 for general admission and $25.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/3/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Friday, May 3rd, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More
  • 4

    • Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians
    • American Buffalo
    • Beartooth
    • Todd Glass
    • On the Waterfront

    Saturday, May 04, 2013

    Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians

    Date:
    5/4/2013 1:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Saturday, May 25th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Indianapolis Indians. First pitch is scheduled for 1:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/4/2013 3:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 4th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    Beartooth

    Date:
    5/4/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Saturday, May 4th at 7:00 p.m., Buffalo's newest music venue, the Waiting Room, presents Beartooth featuring Caleb Shomo of Attack! Attack!.Read More

    Todd Glass

    Date:
    5/4/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Saturday, May 4th, the Helium Comedy Club presents Todd Glass. The shows begin at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and tickets are $20.00 for general admission and $25.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/4/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 4th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place April 25th through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More
  • 5

    • Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians
    • American Buffalo

    Sunday, May 05, 2013

    Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians

    Date:
    5/5/2013 1:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Sunday, May 5th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Indianapolis Indians. First pitch is scheduled for 1:05 p.m. at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/5/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Sunday, May 5th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More
  • 6

    • Mental Health Awareness Annual Conference and Luncheon
    • Bisons vs. Norfolk Tide

    Monday, May 06, 2013

    Mental Health Awareness Annual Conference and Luncheon

    Date:
    5/6/2013 8:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Hyatt Regency Buffalo
    Description:
    Monday, May 6th, the Hyatt Regency of Buffalo will be hosting the Erie County Children’s System of Care Mental Health Awareness Annual Conference and Luncheon. The event will be from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and attire is business casual. Admission is $30.00 for the luncheon only and $50.00 for the entire conference.Read More

    Bisons vs. Norfolk Tide

    Date:
    5/6/2013 6:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Monday, May 6th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Norfolk Tides. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More
  • 7

    • Noon Hour Lecture Series
    • Limpbizkit
    • Chappo
    • Potted Potter
    • Bisons vs. Norfolk Tide

    Tuesday, May 07, 2013

    Noon Hour Lecture Series

    Date:
    5/7/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo and Erie County Public Library
    Description:
    The Downtown Library Center for the Study of Art, Architecture, History and Nature Noon-Hour Lecture/Discussion Series takes place on Tuesdays. The series is held in the "Ring Of Knowledge" Area (just past Fable's Cafe) at the Buffalo and Erie County Central Public Library.Read More

    Limpbizkit

    Date:
    5/7/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Town Ballroom
    Description:
    Tuesday, May 7th, join the Town Ballroom for Limpbizkit. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and tickets are $30.00 in advance.Read More

    Chappo

    Date:
    5/7/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Tralf Music Hall
    Description:
    Tuesday, May 7th, join the Tralf Music Hall for Chappo and special guests. Tickets will be $10.00 and the doors open at 7:00 p.m.Read More

    Potted Potter

    Date:
    5/7/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    710 Main Theatre
    Description:
    Written and performed by former BBC Television hosts Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner, the play takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books into 70 madcap minutes, aided only by multiple costume changes, brilliant songs, ridiculous props and a generous helping of Hogwarts magic. The show also invites audiences to engage with a real life game of Quidditch, but according to Clarkson and Turner’s unique set of rules.Read More

    Bisons vs. Norfolk Tide

    Date:
    5/7/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Tuesday, May 7th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Norfolk Tide. First pitch is scheduled for 6:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More
  • 8

    • Small Business Business Matchmaker, Awards Luncheon and Expo
    • Behind the Scenes at the TR Site
    • 2013 Free Recital Series
    • After Hours at the Library
    • Potted Potter
    • Bisons vs. Norfolk Tide
    • Jersey Boys

    Wednesday, May 08, 2013

    Small Business Business Matchmaker, Awards Luncheon and Expo

    Date:
    5/8/2013 7:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
    Description:
    The Small Business Business Matchmaker, Awards Luncheon and Expo will take place at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center on Wednesday, May 8th from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. This is your opportunity to network with the area's finest decision makers and have one-on-one time with federal, state and local agencies as well as prime government contractors!Read More

    Behind the Scenes at the TR Site

    Date:
    5/8/2013 11:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site.
    Description:
    Wednesday, May 8th, the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site will be hosting another installment of their Behind-the-Scenes tour series. The theme of this installment will be Buffalo’s Pan-American Exposition. Tours will take place at 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The tours are limited to ten people per tour and tickets are $15.00 for TR Site members and $25.00 for non-members and pre-payment is required.Read More

    2013 Free Recital Series

    Date:
    5/8/2013 12:30:00 PM
    Location:
    St. Paul's Cathedral
    Description:
    Friends of Music at St. Paul’s Cathedral presents the 2013 Free Recital Series. Performances take place Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.Read More

    After Hours at the Library

    Date:
    5/8/2013 5:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo and Erie County Library
    Description:
    Wednesday, May 8th, the Buffalo and Erie County Library will be hosting a happy hour fundraiser. The fundraiser will take place at 5:30 p.m. through 8:00 p.m.Read More

    Potted Potter

    Date:
    5/8/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    710 Main Theatre
    Description:
    Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions hit off-Broadway show, "Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff" comes to the 710 Main Theatre May 7th through May 12th for nine performances.Read More

    Bisons vs. Norfolk Tide

    Date:
    5/8/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Wednesday, May 8th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Norfolk Tide. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/8/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center beginning Wednesday, May 8th and playing through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More
  • 9

    • On the Waterfront
    • Potted Potter
    • Bisons vs. Norfolk Tide
    • Jersey Boys
    • American Buffalo
    • Erik Griffin

    Thursday, May 09, 2013

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/9/2013 8:00:00 AM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Thursday, May 9th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More

    Potted Potter

    Date:
    5/9/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    710 Main Theatre
    Description:
    Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions hit off-Broadway show, "Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff" comes to the 710 Main Theatre May 7th through May 12th for nine performances.Read More

    Bisons vs. Norfolk Tide

    Date:
    5/9/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Thursday, May 9th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Norfolk Tide. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/9/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/9/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Thursday, May 9th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    Erik Griffin

    Date:
    5/9/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Thursday, May 9th, the Helium Comedy Club presents Erik Girffin. The show will begin at 8:00 p.m. and admission is $15.00 for general admission and $20.00 for reserved seating.Read More
  • 10

    • Bullet For My Valentine
    • Potted Potter
    • The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
    • New York Polyphony
    • American Buffalo
    • On the Waterfront
    • Jersey Boys
    • Erik Griffin

    Friday, May 10, 2013

    Bullet For My Valentine

    Date:
    5/10/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Town Ballroom
    Description:
    Friday, May 10th, 103.3 The Edge presents The HardDrive Live Tour featuring Bullet For My Valentine at the Town Ballroom. Special guest for the evening will be Stars In Stereo. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and admission is $25.00 in advance and $28.00 the day of the show.Read More

    Potted Potter

    Date:
    5/10/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    710 Main Theatre
    Description:
    Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions hit off-Broadway show, "Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff" comes to the 710 Main Theatre May 7th through May 12th for nine performances.Read More

    The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley

    Date:
    5/10/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Allendale Theatre
    Description:
    Friday, May 10th, Theatre of Youth presents The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. The performance will begin at 7:00 p.m. and tickets range from $24.00 to $26.00.Read More

    New York Polyphony

    Date:
    5/10/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    St. Pauls Cathederal
    Description:
    On Friday, May 10th at 7:30 pm the NY Polyphony returns to St. Paul's! This all-male quartet apply not only refined musicianship and interpretative detail but also a refreshingly modern touch to choral repertoire that ranges from austere medieval melodies to cutting-edge contemporary works.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/10/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Friday, May 10th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/10/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Friday, May 10th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/10/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More

    Erik Griffin

    Date:
    5/10/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Friday, May 10th, the Helium Comedy Club presents Erik Girffin. The shows will begin at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and admission is $20.00 for general admission and $25.00 for reserved seating.Read More
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    • Canalside Open House
    • Bring Mom Back to the Broadway Market
    • Potted Potter
    • Jersey Boys
    • The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
    • American Buffalo
    • Springfest Gala 2013
    • Loud Guys Against Violence Against Women
    • Peter Murphy
    • Erik Griffin
    • On the Waterfront
    • An Evening of Wishes Gala

    Saturday, May 11, 2013

    Canalside Open House

    Date:
    5/11/2013 10:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Join us for a sneak preview into the over 750 events and activities set to make their way to Canalside in 2013!Read More

    Bring Mom Back to the Broadway Market

    Date:
    5/11/2013 11:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Broadway Market
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th the Broadway Market will be hosting Bring Mom Back to the Broadway Market. At 11:00 a.m., there will be a private breakfast and book signing with Beata Zatorska and Simon Target, authors of the best-selling book, Rose Petal Jam: Recipes and Stories from a Summer in Poland. Tickets are $40.00 and include a copy of the book.Read More

    Potted Potter

    Date:
    5/11/2013 1:00:00 PM
    Location:
    710 Main Theatre
    Description:
    Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions hit off-Broadway show, "Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff" comes to the 710 Main Theatre May 7th through May 12th for nine performances.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/11/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More

    The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley

    Date:
    5/11/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Allendale Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th, Theatre of Youth presents The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. Performances will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sunday May 11th through June 2nd (excluding May 25th and May 26th) and tickets range from $24.00 to $26.00.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/11/2013 3:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    Springfest Gala 2013

    Date:
    5/11/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo Niagara Convention Center
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th, the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center will be hosting Springfest Gala 2013 to benefit the ECMC Lifeline Foundation. The evening will feature KC and the Sunshine Band and also pay tribute to Dr. Michael Manka and Peggy Cramer of ECMC and Douglas Baker, founder of Mercy Flight. All proceeds from Springfest Gala directly benefit the lifesaving medical mission of ECMCRead More

    Loud Guys Against Violence Against Women

    Date:
    5/11/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Tralf Music Hall
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th, join the Tralf Music Hall for Loud Guys Against Violence Against Women II. Tickets will be $10.00 and benefit the Family Justice Center of Erie Couty.Read More

    Peter Murphy

    Date:
    5/11/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Town Ballroom
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th join the Town Ballroom for Peter Murphy, as the Godfather of Goth makes a stop in Buffalo.Read More

    Erik Griffin

    Date:
    5/11/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th, the Helium Comedy Club presents Erik Girffin. The shows will begin at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and admission is $20.00 for general admission and $25.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/11/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More

    An Evening of Wishes Gala

    Date:
    5/11/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Adams Mark Hotel
    Description:
    Saturday, May 11th, the Adams Mark Hotel will be hosting An Evening of Wishes Gala, presented by the Make A Wish Foundation. The event will include dinner and dancing to the Boys of Summer, silent and live auctions and wish sponsorship opportunities.Read More
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    • Mother’s Day Brunch at Just Vino
    • American Buffalo
    • The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
    • Jersey Boys
    • Potted Potter
    • Transit

    Sunday, May 12, 2013

    Mother’s Day Brunch at Just Vino

    Date:
    5/12/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Just Vino
    Description:
    Join Just Vino for a special Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12 at 12:00 noon.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/12/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Sunday, May 12th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley

    Date:
    5/12/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Allendale Theatre
    Description:
    Sunday, May 12th, Theatre of Youth presents The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. Performances will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sunday May 11th through June 2nd (excluding May 25th and May 26th) and tickets range from $24.00 to $26.00.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/12/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More

    Potted Potter

    Date:
    5/12/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    710 Main Theatre
    Description:
    Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions hit off-Broadway show, "Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff" comes to the 710 Main Theatre May 7th through May 12th for nine performances.Read More

    Transit

    Date:
    5/12/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Sunday, May 12th at 7:00 p.m., Buffalo's newest music venue, the Waiting Room, presents Transit along with opening acts Seahaven, All Get Out and Young Statuses.Read More
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    • Artvoice Best of Buffalo Awards Ceremony

    Monday, May 13, 2013

    Artvoice Best of Buffalo Awards Ceremony

    Date:
    5/13/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Town Ballroom
    Description:
    Join the best party in Buffalo on Monday, May 13th as Artvoice celebrates the winners of the Best of Buffalo at the Town Ballroom at 6:00 p.m.Read More
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    • Noon Hour Lecture Series
    • Science of our City - Museum Kids
    • Singles Mingle
    • Jersey Boys

    Tuesday, May 14, 2013

    Noon Hour Lecture Series

    Date:
    5/14/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo and Erie County Public Library
    Description:
    The Downtown Library Center for the Study of Art, Architecture, History and Nature Noon-Hour Lecture/Discussion Series takes place on Tuesdays. The series is held in the "Ring Of Knowledge" Area (just past Fable's Cafe) at the Buffalo and Erie County Central Public Library. The Buffalo and Erie County Public Library is located at One Lafayette Square. For more information, visit www.buffalolib.org. Upcoming sessions are:Read More

    Science of our City - Museum Kids

    Date:
    5/14/2013 3:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Join the Buffalo Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve at Canalside on Tuesday, May 14th, for free fun and engaging science and nature related activities!Read More

    Singles Mingle

    Date:
    5/14/2013 5:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Lagerhaus95
    Description:
    Tuesday, May 14th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Lagerhaus95 will host Singles Mingle. Admission is $25.00 for one or $20.00 for two or more. Food and select beer and wine will be provided with admission. Proceeds will be used to support the Matt Urban Center's programs.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/14/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More
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    • Erie Canal Sal – Gretchen Murray Sepik
    • 2013 Free Recital Series
    • Pete Holmes
    • Jersey Boys
    • JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound

    Wednesday, May 15, 2013

    Erie Canal Sal – Gretchen Murray Sepik

    Date:
    5/15/2013 10:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Visit Canalside on Wednesday, May 15th, for a performance by Gretchen Murray Sepik, “Erie Canal Sal”. This program is a characterization of a cook on the Erie Canal in the year 1840, based in part, on a real cook named ‘Old Black Nell’, that weaves Irish Folk Tales into facts about the canal.Read More

    2013 Free Recital Series

    Date:
    5/15/2013 12:30:00 PM
    Location:
    St. Paul's Cathedral
    Description:
    Friends of Music at St. Paul’s Cathedral presents the 2013 Free Recital Series. Performances take place Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.Read More

    Pete Holmes

    Date:
    5/15/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Wednesday, May 15th, the Helium Comedy Club presents Pete Holmes. The show begins as 7:30 p.m. and admission is $20.00 for general admission and $25.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/15/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More

    JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound

    Date:
    5/15/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Wednesday, May 15th, Buffalo's newest music venue, the Waiting Room, presents,JC Brooks and the Uptown Sound. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and tickets are $12.00 in advance and $14.00 on the day of the show.Read More
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    • Downtown Country Market
    • Jersey Boys
    • Alternative Energy Vehicle Cruise NIght
    • Tour of the Calumet Building
    • American Buffalo
    • On the Waterfront

    Thursday, May 16, 2013

    Downtown Country Market

    Date:
    5/16/2013 8:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Main Street between Court and Church
    Description:
    The Downtown Country Market will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 16th through October 24, 2013 on Main Street in the heart of Downtown Buffalo (Main between Court & Church Streets).Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/16/2013 1:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More

    Alternative Energy Vehicle Cruise NIght

    Date:
    5/16/2013 4:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Electric Car Lot
    Description:
    Thursday, May 16th, Buffalo Green Projects presents Alternative Energy Vehicle Cruise Night. The event will take place from 4:30 p.m. through 7:00 p.m. in the Electric Car Lot across from the Innovation Center.Read More

    Tour of the Calumet Building

    Date:
    5/16/2013 5:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Calumet Building
    Description:
    Thursday, May 16th, Working For Downtown presents a tour of the historic Calumet Building at 5:30 p.m. with a happy hour to follow at Bacchus.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/16/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Thursday, May 16th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/16/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Thursday, May 16th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More
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    • Giants of Buffalo: Sports
    • Ron Hawkins & The Do Good Assassins
    • American Buffalo
    • Dave Attell
    • On the Waterfront
    • Jersey Boys

    Friday, May 17, 2013

    Giants of Buffalo: Sports

    Date:
    5/17/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo History Museum
    Description:
    Friday, May 17th, at the Buffalo History Museum, M&T Bank presents Giants of Buffalo: Sports. This event will allow attendees the opportunity to meet with a line-up of Western New York's accomplished individuals who have achieved and witnessed extraordinary moments in sports history.Read More

    Ron Hawkins & The Do Good Assassins

    Date:
    5/17/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Saturday, April 20th at 7:00 p.m., Buffalo's newest music venue, the Waiting Room, presents Ron Hawkins & The Do Good Assassins.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/17/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Friday, May 17th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    Dave Attell

    Date:
    5/17/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Friday, May 17th, the Helium Comedy Club presents Dave Attell. The shows begin at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and admission is $30.00 for general admission and $35.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/17/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Friday May 17th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/17/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More
  • 18

    • Birds by Boat
    • Saturday Artisan Market
    • Jersey Boys
    • The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
    • American Buffalo
    • Faith and Fiction
    • Imagine Buffalo: A Conversation On Leapfrogging Overbuilt Cities
    • Bisons vs. Charlotte Knights
    • On the Waterfront
    • Dave Attell
    • Dark Star Orchestra
    • Made Violent

    Saturday, May 18, 2013

    Birds by Boat

    Date:
    5/18/2013 10:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Join expert birder Alex Humann and get an up close and personal view of our famous gull and tern populations! You’ll venture out the Buffalo River on the Julia Mae and learn about the migration, nesting and habitat of these beautiful birds along the habitats of the breakwall and South Gap.Read More

    Saturday Artisan Market

    Date:
    5/18/2013 10:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Visit the Buffalo Saturday Artisan Market at Canalside on Saturday, May 18th, as they provide an affordable venue for artists to display their work and bring the community together to experience local art.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/18/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Performing Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 19th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More

    The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley

    Date:
    5/18/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Allendale Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, Theatre of Youth presents The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. Performances will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays May 11th through June 2nd (excluding May 25th and May 26th) and tickets range from $24.00 to $26.00.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/18/2013 3:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. Performances will take place through May 19th on Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m, on Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    Faith and Fiction

    Date:
    5/18/2013 5:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, the Waiting Room presents Faith and Fiction.Read More

    Imagine Buffalo: A Conversation On Leapfrogging Overbuilt Cities

    Date:
    5/18/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    CEPA Gallery
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, Designing to Live Sustainably presents, Imagine Buffalo: A Conversation on Leapfrogging Overbuilt Cities. The event will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and will include light refreshments and live music. The event requires an RSVP by Saturday, May 11th.Read More

    Bisons vs. Charlotte Knights

    Date:
    5/18/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Charlotte Knights. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/18/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More

    Dave Attell

    Date:
    5/18/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, the Helium Comedy Club presents Dave Attell. The shows begin at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and admission is $30.00 for general admission and $35.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    Dark Star Orchestra

    Date:
    5/18/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Town Ballroom
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, join the Town Ballroom for the Dark Star Orchestra. Doors will open at 8:00 p.m. and admission is $25.00 in advance and $28.00 on the day of the show.Read More

    Made Violent

    Date:
    5/18/2013 10:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Saturday, May 18th, the Waiting Room presents Made Violent at 10:30 p.m.Read More
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    • Hospice Buffalo Memorial 5K Walk
    • Parkside Homes Tour
    • Free Chess Open House
    • Bisons vs. Charlotte Knights
    • Jersey Boys
    • The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley
    • American Buffalo
    • Escape the Fate
    • Thermals with Special Guests

    Sunday, May 19, 2013

    Hospice Buffalo Memorial 5K Walk

    Date:
    5/19/2013 9:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Walk to raise money for the Hospice Foundation, remember loved ones that are no longer with us, and honor all Hospice patients.Read More

    Parkside Homes Tour

    Date:
    5/19/2013 11:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Historic Parkside District
    Description:
    Sunday, May 19th, the Parkside Community Association presents the 15th Annual Tour of Homes. The tour begins at 11:00 a.m. and takes participants through 8 homes in Buffalo’s Historic District on Parkside. Tickets and maps will be available at the start of the tour.Read More

    Free Chess Open House

    Date:
    5/19/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo & Erie County Public Library
    Description:
    The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library will host its ongoing series of free Chess Open Houses on selected Sunday afternoons, presented in collaboration with Archangel 8 Chess Academy.Read More

    Bisons vs. Charlotte Knights

    Date:
    5/19/2013 1:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Sunday, May 19th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Charlotte Knights. First pitch is scheduled for 1:05 p.m. at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    Jersey Boys

    Date:
    5/19/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Shea's Perfomring Arts Center
    Description:
    The Buffalo return engagement of Jersey Boys, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will perform at Shea’s Performing Arts Center through May 18th. Directed by two-time Tony Award-winner Des McAnuff, Jersey Boys won the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. Jersey Boys is the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi and how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sound and sold 175 million records worldwide - all before they were thirty!Read More

    The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley

    Date:
    5/19/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Allendale Theatre
    Description:
    Sunday, May 19th, Theatre of Youth presents The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. Performances will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays May 11th through June 2nd (excluding May 25th and May 26th) and tickets range from $24.00 to $26.00.Read More

    American Buffalo

    Date:
    5/19/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Irish Classical Theatre
    Description:
    Sunday, May 19th, the Irish Classical Theatre presents American Buffalo. The performances will take place at 2:00 p.m. and ticket prices range from $34.00 to $42.00.Read More

    Escape the Fate

    Date:
    5/19/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Sunday, May 19th, the Waiting Room presents Escape the Fate. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and tickets are $16.00 in advance and $18.00 on the day of the show.Read More

    Thermals with Special Guests

    Date:
    5/19/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Tralf Music Hall
    Description:
    Sunday, May 19th, join the Tralf Music Hall for Thermal and special guests. Tickets will be $12.00 in advance and $14.00 on the day of the show. Doors open at 7:00 p.m.Read More
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    • Erie Canal Sal – Gretchen Murray Sepik
    • Of Montreal
    • Crown the Empire
    • Bisons vs. Charlotte Knight
    • Downtown Buffalo Pub Crawl

    Monday, May 20, 2013

    Erie Canal Sal – Gretchen Murray Sepik

    Date:
    5/20/2013 10:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Visit Canalside on Monday, May 20th, for a performance by Gretchen Murray Sepik, “Erie Canal Sal”.Read More

    Of Montreal

    Date:
    5/20/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Town Ballroom
    Description:
    Monday, May 20th, join the Town Ballroom for Kevin Barnes and his indie pysch/pop/dance wonders, Of Montreal. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and admission is $16.00 in advance and $19.00 the day of the show.Read More

    Crown the Empire

    Date:
    5/20/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Saturday, April 20th at 7:00 p.m., Buffalo's newest music venue, the Waiting Room, presents Crown the Empire.Read More

    Bisons vs. Charlotte Knight

    Date:
    5/20/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Monday, May 20th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Charlotte Knights. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    Downtown Buffalo Pub Crawl

    Date:
    6/20/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Pearl Street Grill and Brewery
    Description:
    Join a historic Pub Crawl of downtown Buffalo led by an expert on local history! Each Crawl features stops at three local pubs including Pearl Street and the Lafayette Hotel.Read More
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    • Downtown Country Market
    • Noon Hour Lecture Series
    • Science of our City - Museum Kids!
    • Matt Pryor and James Dewees
    • Bisons vs. Charlotte Knights

    Tuesday, May 21, 2013

    Downtown Country Market

    Date:
    5/21/2013 8:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Main Street Between Court and Church
    Description:
    The Downtown Country Market will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 16th through October 24, 2013 on Main Street in the heart of Downtown Buffalo (Main between Court & Church Streets).Read More

    Noon Hour Lecture Series

    Date:
    5/21/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo and Erie County Public Library
    Description:
    The Downtown Library Center for the Study of Art, Architecture, History and Nature Noon-Hour Lecture/Discussion Series takes place on Tuesdays. The series is held in the "Ring Of Knowledge" Area (just past Fable's Cafe) at the Buffalo and Erie County Central Public Library.Read More

    Science of our City - Museum Kids!

    Date:
    5/21/2013 3:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Join the Buffalo Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve at Canalside on Tuesday, May 21st, for free, fun and engaging science and nature related activities!Read More

    Matt Pryor and James Dewees

    Date:
    5/21/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Tuesday, May 21st, the Waiting Room presents Matt Pryor and James Dewees with special guest, Into It. Over It. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and tickets are $10.00 in advance and $12.00 on the day of the show.Read More

    Bisons vs. Charlotte Knights

    Date:
    5/21/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Tuesday, May 21st, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Charlotte Knights. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More
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    • 2013 Free Recital Series
    • Flinching Eye Collective
    • Richard Buckner

    Wednesday, May 22, 2013

    2013 Free Recital Series

    Date:
    5/22/2013 12:30:00 PM
    Location:
    St. Paul's Cathedral
    Description:
    Friends of Music at St. Paul’s Cathedral presents the 2013 Free Recital Series. Performances take place Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.Read More

    Flinching Eye Collective

    Date:
    5/22/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Squeaky Wheel
    Description:
    Wednesday, May 22nd, the Squeaky Wheel will be hosting the Flinching Eye Collective. The performance will begin at 7:00 p.m. and admission is $5.00 for members and $7.00 for non-members.Read More

    Richard Buckner

    Date:
    5/22/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Wednesday, May 22nd, Buffalo's newest music venue, the Waiting Room, presents, Richard Buckner. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. and tickets are $12.00 in advance and $14.00 on the day of the showRead More
  • 23

    • Downtown Country Market
    • John Brown's Body
    • Nightbox
    • Bisons vs. Charlotte Knights
    • Pete Correal
    • On the Waterfront

    Thursday, May 23, 2013

    Downtown Country Market

    Date:
    5/23/2013 8:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Main Street Between Court and Church
    Description:
    The Downtown Country Market will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 16th through October 24, 2013 on Main Street in the heart of Downtown Buffalo (Main between Court & Church Streets).Read More

    John Brown's Body

    Date:
    5/23/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Tralf Music Hall
    Description:
    Thursday, May 23rd, join the Tralf Music Hall for John Brown’s Body. Tickets will be $14.00 in advance and $16.00 on the day of the show.Read More

    Nightbox

    Date:
    5/23/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Thursday, May 23rd, the Waiting Room, presents Nightbox. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and tickets are $10.00.Read More

    Bisons vs. Charlotte Knights

    Date:
    5/23/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Thursday, May 23rd, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Indianapolis Indians. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    Pete Correal

    Date:
    5/23/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Thursday, May 23rd, the Helium Comedy Club presents Pete Correale. The show begins at 8:00 p.m. and tickets are $15.00 for general admission and $20.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/23/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Thursday, May 23rd, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More
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    • Oscars Orchestra
    • Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians
    • Ronnie Mund Block Party
    • On the Waterfront
    • Pete Correale
    • Young Suns

    Friday, May 24, 2013

    Oscars Orchestra

    Date:
    5/24/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Tralf Music Hall
    Description:
    Friday, May 24th, join the Tralf Music Hall for Oscar's Orchestra, a tribute to Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie. Tickets will be $25.00 and doors open at 7:00 p.m.Read More

    Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians

    Date:
    5/24/2013 7:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Friday, May 24th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Indianapolis Indians. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    Ronnie Mund Block Party

    Date:
    5/24/2013 7:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Town Ballroom
    Description:
    Friday, May 24th, join the Town Ballroom for Ronnie Mund Block party with Ronnie Mund, Shuli, JD, Maddog Mattern and John Tole. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. and admission is $30.00 in advance and $35.00 on the day of the show.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/24/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Friday, May 24th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More

    Pete Correale

    Date:
    5/24/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Friday, May 24th the Helium Comedy Club presents Pete Correale. There will be shows at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and tickets are $18.00 for general admission and $23.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    Young Suns

    Date:
    5/24/2013 9:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Friday, May 24th, the Waiting Room presents Young Suns. Doors open at 9:00 p.m.Read More
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    • Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians
    • A Future Corrupt CD Release Show
    • Tribute to The Doors
    • Pete Correale
    • On the Waterfront

    Saturday, May 25, 2013

    Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians

    Date:
    5/25/2013 1:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Saturday, May 25th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Indianapolis Indians. First pitch is scheduled for 1:05 p.m.at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    A Future Corrupt CD Release Show

    Date:
    5/25/2013 5:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Saturday, May 25th, the Waiting Room presents the CD release show for A Future Corrupt. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.Read More

    Tribute to The Doors

    Date:
    5/25/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Tralf Music Hall
    Description:
    Saturday, May 25th, join the Tralf Music Hall for a tribute to The Doors. Tickets will be $26.00 in advance and $31.00 on the day of the show.Read More

    Pete Correale

    Date:
    5/25/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Saturday, May 25th the Helium Comedy Club presents Pete Correale. There will be shows at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and tickets are $22.00 for general admission and $27.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    On the Waterfront

    Date:
    5/25/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    New Phoenix Theatre
    Description:
    Saturday, May 25th, the New Phoenix Theatre and Subversive Theatre will join to present, On the Waterfront. Performances will take place through May 25th on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. All Thursday shows have an admission of pay-as-you-can and performances on Fridays and Saturdays are $25.00 for general admission and $15.00 for students, seniors and Subversive Theatre members.Read More
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    • Memorial Day Concert
    • El Museo
    • Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians
    • Latino Rhythms and Dance - Lettisha the Bomba Queen

    Sunday, May 26, 2013

    Memorial Day Concert

    Date:
    5/26/2013 9:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    On Memorial Day weekend, Sunday, May 26, 2013, beginning at 9:00 a.m. the Buffalo Niagara Concert Band will be presenting a special tribute concert honoring all who have or who are currently serving within our Armed Forces of the United States of America.Read More

    El Museo

    Date:
    5/26/2013 1:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Be part of Canalside’s photography workshop at the historic ruins. Learn new tricks and understand all the features you never knew your digital camera had! This year’s focus is architecture.Read More

    Bisons vs. Indianapolis Indians

    Date:
    5/26/2013 1:05:00 PM
    Location:
    Coca-Cola Field
    Description:
    Sunday, May 26th, come watch the Buffalo Bisons take on the Charlotte Knights. First pitch is scheduled for 1:05 p.m. at Coca-Cola Field.Read More

    Latino Rhythms and Dance - Lettisha the Bomba Queen

    Date:
    5/26/2013 3:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Join Lettisha the the Bomba Queen at Canalside on Sunday May 26th at 3:00 p.m. for Latino Rhythms and Dance! She has created a show putting together unique choreography that fuses a variety of Latin and Arabic music together.Read More
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    • Canalside Comes to Life

    Monday, May 27, 2013

    Canalside Comes to Life

    Date:
    5/27/2013 2:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Visit Canalside on Monday, May 27th, as MusicalFare Theatre presents a historical monologues about the Governor of New York and Father of the Canal, DeWitt Clinton, and Irish immigrant/Canal worker Seamus Mahoney.Read More
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    • Downtown Country Market
    • Noon Hour Lecture Series
    • Science of our City - Museum Kids
    • The Menzingers
    • Attack! Attack!

    Tuesday, May 28, 2013

    Downtown Country Market

    Date:
    5/28/2013 8:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Main Street Between Court and Church
    Description:
    The Downtown Country Market will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 16th through October 24, 2013 on Main Street in the heart of Downtown Buffalo (Main between Court & Church Streets).Read More

    Noon Hour Lecture Series

    Date:
    5/28/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Buffalo and Erie County Public Library
    Description:
    The Downtown Library Center for the Study of Art, Architecture, History and Nature Noon-Hour Lecture/Discussion Series takes place on Tuesdays. The series is held in the "Ring Of Knowledge" Area (just past Fable's Cafe) at the Buffalo and Erie County Central Public Library.Read More

    Science of our City - Museum Kids

    Date:
    5/28/2013 3:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Join the Buffalo Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve at Canalside on Tuesday, May 28th, for free, fun and engaging science and nature related activities!Read More

    The Menzingers

    Date:
    5/28/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Saturday, April 20th, the Waiting Room presents The Menzingers. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and tickets are $13.00.Read More

    Attack! Attack!

    Date:
    5/28/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Saturday, April 20th at 7:00 p.m., Buffalo's newest music venue, the Waiting Room, presents Attack! Attack!.Read More
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    • Mental Health Association of Erie County Half-Day Workshop and Annual Dinner
    • Kayak Tours
    • 2013 Free Reictal Series

    Wednesday, May 29, 2013

    Mental Health Association of Erie County Half-Day Workshop and Annual Dinner

    Date:
    5/29/2013 8:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Hyatt Regency Buffalo
    Description:
    Wednesday, May 29th, the Hyatt Regency Buffalo will be hosting the Mental Health Association of Erie County Half-Day Workshop and Annual Dinner.Read More

    Kayak Tours

    Date:
    5/29/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Join Riverkeeper on WNY waterways and learn about nature, while enjoying some great paddling, cycling, and hiking! The tour will be of the Natural History of the Buffalo River and will begin at Canalside on Wednesday, May 29th at 12:00 p.m. Paddling and cycling requires moderate to heavy physical activity.Read More

    2013 Free Reictal Series

    Date:
    5/29/2013 12:30:00 PM
    Location:
    St. Paul's Cathedral
    Description:
    Friends of Music at St. Paul’s Cathedral presents the 2013 Free Recital Series. Performances take place Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.Read More
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    • Downtown Country Market
    • Today at Canalside
    • Gay 5K
    • Cannibal Corpse
    • Over-Under at Just Vino
    • Bobby Lee

    Thursday, May 30, 2013

    Downtown Country Market

    Date:
    5/30/2013 8:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Main Street Between Court and Church
    Description:
    The Downtown Country Market will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 16th through October 24, 2013 on Main Street in the heart of Downtown Buffalo (Main between Court & Church Streets).Read More

    Today at Canalside

    Date:
    5/30/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Visit Canalside today for the Stories of Buffalo Puppet Show and a performance by the Hill Brothers and Annette Daniels-Taylor.Read More

    Gay 5K

    Date:
    5/30/2013 4:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Soho Burger Bar
    Description:
    Thursday, May 30th, Buffalo Pride presents the Gay 5k run. Registration will take place upstairs at the Soho Burger Bar from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and the race will begin at 6:30 p.m. The entry-fee is $20.00 through May 21st and $25.00 from May 22nd to May 30th.Read More

    Cannibal Corpse

    Date:
    5/30/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Town Ballroom
    Description:
    Thursday May 30th, join the Town Ballroom as the Decibel Magazine Tour presents, Cannibal Corpse. Special guests for the evening will be Napalm Death, Immolation and Beyond Creation. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. for 16 and over show.Read More

    Over-Under at Just Vino

    Date:
    5/30/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Just Vino
    Description:
    Thursday, May 30th, Just Vino will be hosting an Over-Under Wine Tasting event. The event will be from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Admission is $25.00 per person and a reservation is required.Read More

    Bobby Lee

    Date:
    5/30/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Thursday, May 30th, the Helium Comedy Club presents Bobby Lee. The show begins at 8:00 p.m. and tickets are $21.00 for general admission and $26.00 for reserved seating.Read More
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    • Preservation Buffalo Niagara Awards Luncheon
    • Today at Canalside
    • The Daydream Chronicles
    • Ambush Pride Party
    • Shawn Phillips
    • Bobby Lee
    • Pride Weekend Kickoff Party

    Friday, May 31, 2013

    Preservation Buffalo Niagara Awards Luncheon

    Date:
    5/31/2013 11:00:00 AM
    Location:
    Kleinhans Music Hall
    Description:
    Friday, May 31st, Preservation Buffalo Niagara will hold their fifth annual award ceremony and luncheon. The luncheon will be at Kleinhans Music Hall and admission is $75.00 for members and $100.00 for non-members. The $100.00 includes a one-year membership to Preservation Buffalo Niagara.Read More

    Today at Canalside

    Date:
    5/31/2013 12:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Canalside
    Description:
    Visit Canalside today for Songs of the Erie Canal Puppet Show, games and a guided walking tour!Read More

    The Daydream Chronicles

    Date:
    5/31/2013 5:30:00 PM
    Location:
    Waiting Room Music Lounge
    Description:
    Friday, May 31st, the Waiting Room presents The Daydream Chronicles. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.Read More

    Ambush Pride Party

    Date:
    5/31/2013 6:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Cobblestone
    Description:
    Friday, May 31st, Ambush presents the Ambush Pride Party. The party will be held at Cobblestone from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. and admission is $10.00. The evening will feature live music, stand-up comedy as well as DJ’s and dance performances.Read More

    Shawn Phillips

    Date:
    5/31/2013 7:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Tralf Music hall
    Description:
    Friday, May 31st, join the Tralf Music Hall for Shawn Phillips and special guests. Tickets will be $20.00 in advance and $24.00 on the day of the show.Read More

    Bobby Lee

    Date:
    5/31/2013 8:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Helium Comedy Club
    Description:
    Friday, May 31st, the Helium Comedy Club presents Bobby Lee. The shows will take place at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. and tickets are $23.00 for general admission and $28.00 for reserved seating.Read More

    Pride Weekend Kickoff Party

    Date:
    5/31/2013 9:00:00 PM
    Location:
    Roxy's
    Description:
    Friday, May 31st at 9:00 p.m.,Whitney Mixter (from Showtime's The Real L Word) is hosting a Pride Weekend kickoff party at Roxy's, featuring The Stripteasers, DJ Eva, Go Go Dancers, Amie Zinzola and live music from Pamela Ryder and Alison Pipitone. Tickets are $9.00 in advance and $12.00 on the day of the show.Read More

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