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Events for Sunday, December 16, 2012
Art | Back To Top | |
| Catherine Loerch Art Exhibit | ||
| Fri. Nov 9 to Sun. Dec 30 | ||
| West Seneca artist Catherine Loerch will be presenting selected original artworks at her Art Exhibit November 9th thru December30, 2012 at the Larkin @ Exchange Building 726 Exchange St. Buffalo. The exhibit will feature a mix of portraits, nautical scenes, landscapes and a new contemporary series in acrylics. Artist reception Nov.9th @ 6PM-8PM h/c access | ||
| Larkin@Exchange Buiding | ||
| 726 Exchange St., Buffalo NY 14210 | ||
| See Map | ||
Family Events | Back To Top | |
| Christmas at Hidden Valley | ||
| Sat. Dec 15 to Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| December 15 & 16, 9am-3pm | ||
| Celebrate Christmas in the country at our beautiful Lodge this December 15 and 16, 9am- 3pm. Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus served from 9am-noon, lunch buffet served from noon- 3pm, sleigh rides around the pond 10am-3pm ($7 per person), craft show, reindeer, ornament making, and cookie decorating. h/c access | ||
| Hidden Valley Animal Adventure | ||
| 2887 Royce Rd, Varysburg 14167 | ||
| www.hiddenvalleyadventure.com | ||
| (585) 535-4100 | ||
| See Map | ||
| FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS | ||
| Sat. Nov 17 to Sun. Jan 6 | ||
| SU, MO, TU, WE, TH, FR, SA | ||
| Fifteen acres of spectacular Christmas lights. Get an angel's eye view of the Avenue of Saints and the spirit of Christmas from atop the Basilica. Festival open daily 9am-9pm. Lights on 5pm-9pm. Religious Articles Store and Cafeteria. Free parking. h/c access | ||
| Our Lady of Fatima Shrine | ||
| 1023 Swann Road (off Rt 18E), Lewiston 14092 | ||
| www.fatimashrine.com | ||
| 754-7489 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Great Lakes Kitefliers Society 3rd Sunday Kite Fly | ||
| Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| Noon to 4:00 pm | ||
| GLKS will fly many kites, large and small in all shapes and colors. Weather permitting. h/c access | ||
| Gratwick Riverside Park on the Niagara River | ||
| 1200 River Road, North Tonawanda 14120 | ||
| www.flyglks.com | ||
| 716-731-5653 | ||
| See Map | ||
| North Pole Express | ||
| Sat. Dec 1 to Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| Sat & Sun 12:00 noon & 3 pm | ||
| Take a train ride through the wintery countryside with Santa. Bring your letters and don't forget to wear your pajamas! Hot chocolate and cookies available at the Curriers Station. h/c access, $ | ||
| Arcade & Attica Railroad | ||
| 278 Main St, Arcade 14009 | ||
| arcadeandatticarr.com | ||
| 585-492-3100 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Photos with Santa | ||
| Sat. Nov 17 to Mon. Dec 24 | ||
| Sat., Nov. 17 2012 Thru Mon., Dec. 24 2012 | ||
| Children can have their picture taken with Santa. h/c access | ||
| Eastern Hills Mall | ||
| 4545 Transit Rd, Wmsvl 14221 | ||
| www.shopeasternhills.com | ||
| 6331600 ext 201 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Santa, His Elf & His Reindeer | ||
| Sat. Nov 24 to Sun. Dec 23 | ||
| 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | ||
| An annual tradition. Santa and one of his elves and their LIVE reindeer welcome children to visit with them in our rare 1949 29-ton red caboose, where each child receives a special gift packet. It’s all FREE! No camera, don't worry- we will take your photograph and you can obtain it that same evening from www.niagarahobby.com! There is no cost to see Santa, his elf, and his reindeer, and no cost for the photograph! The Holidays are about giving- and we take that seriously at Niagara Hobby & Craft Mart! Free Gifts For Every Child! Free Photographs! Bring Your Pet! (Since some children are allergic to animals, we request that pets sit next to Santa) Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. November 2012 24 & 25 December 2012 1 & 2 ; 8 & 9 ; 15 & 16 ; 22 & 23 h/c access | ||
| Niagara Hobby & Craft Mart | ||
| 3366 Union Road (at Walden Avenue), Cheektowaga 14225 | ||
| www.niagarahobby.com | ||
| 716-681-1666 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Season Of Love | ||
| Mon. Dec 3 to Mon. Dec 24 | ||
| 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 12/23, 12/24 | ||
| Come experience God's Love with us at Christmas time! Celebrate the Advent season with us every Sunday in December at 10:30 a.m. On December 16th at 10:30 a.m., we warmly welcomes you to visit our newly renovated building for our Christmas Pageant followed by a Cookie Reception. All are welcome! Christmas Eve candlelight service will be held December 24th at 6:30 p.m. Grace In Community Church; 11269 Broadway Street, Alden 14004. h/c access | ||
| Grace In Community Church | ||
| 11269 Broadway Street, Alden 14004 | ||
| www.GraceInCommunity.com | ||
| 716-685-4141 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Spiritual Labyrinth | ||
| Tue. Aug 10 to Mon. Dec 31 | ||
| All day, every day | ||
| The Spitiual Labyrinth is available for public use. It is user friendly with paths that are 3 feet wide and a circle in the center in which to mediate and rest. More than one can walk the path at one time. It is designed to help the user focus thought and experience a closer relationship with God. Please come and walk by yourself, with your family or your group. h/c access | ||
| Elma United Methodist Church | ||
| 2991 Bowen Rd, Elma 14059 | ||
| www.elmaumclabyrinth.blogspot.com | ||
| 716-652-5427 | ||
| See Map | ||
| The Best Christmas Pageant Ever | ||
| Fri. Nov 30 to Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| Fri. Nov 30, Dec 7 &14 - 7:30pm, Sat. Dec 1, 8, 15 & Sun. Dec 2, 9, 16 - 2:30pm | ||
| A Comedy by BARBARA ROBINSON Produced by LANCASTER REGIONAL PLAYERS In this hilarious Christmas tale adapted from the best-selling book, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids - probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won't believe the mayhem - and the fun - when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story! Tickets: $20 Adult, $18 Student/Senior, $13 Children (12 and under) h/c access, $ | ||
| Lancaster Opera House | ||
| 21 Central Ave., Lancaster 14086 | ||
| www.lancopera.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&product_id=158 | ||
| 683-1776 | ||
| See Map | ||
| The Polar Express Train Ride | ||
| Sat. Nov 24 to Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| Sat. & Sun, 4:40 and 5:50 pm | ||
| Train ride and story as the train makes its magical round-trip to the North Pole. Enjoy hot cocoa, a special treat, a special gift, meet Santa and tour the largest RR and Toy Train museum in NY State. $ | ||
| Medina Railroad Museum | ||
| 530 West Ave., Medina 14103 | ||
| www.railroadmuseum.net | ||
| 585-798-6106 | ||
| See Map | ||
Festivals | Back To Top | |
| CAA Winter Festival of Lights | ||
| Sat. Nov 3 to Thu. Jan 31 | ||
| A winter tradition for so many, North America’s premier illumination festival in Niagara Falls, ON celebrates 30 years November 3 to January 31, 2013. Enjoy millions of lights and 120+ illuminations, including the Enchantment of Disney® displays, and TD RINK at the Brink – the outdoor, ice rink near the brink of the Falls! h/c access | ||
| Niagara Parkway | ||
| 6650 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, ON 000000 | ||
| www.wfol.com | ||
| See Map | ||
| Festival of trees | ||
| Sat. Dec 1 to Sat. Jan 5 | ||
December 1-January 5: A Festival of Trees As one of the stops along the Holiday Lights of Niagara Tour, the Power Vista’s glass walkway will feature a dazzling display of artificial evergreen trees, adorned with energy efficient lights. The trees are decorated for the season by local non-profit groups and will be on display through Jan. 5, 2013. Parking and admission at the Power Vista, located at 5777 Lewiston Road in Lewiston, are always free of charge. For more information, call 716-286-6661 or 1-866-NYPA-FUN, or visit www.nypa.gov/vc/niagara.htm for a complete schedule of activities. h/c access, $ | ||
| New York Power Authority‘s Power Vista | ||
| 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston 14092 | ||
| www.nypa.gov | ||
| 716-286-6650 | ||
| See Map | ||
Fundraiser | Back To Top | |
| Pancake Breakfast | ||
| Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| December 16, 2012 | ||
| Boy Scout Troop 286 is hosting a Pancake Breakfast fundraiser from 8-10 am. Tickets are only $5 and are available at the door. h/c access, $ | ||
| Applebee‘s Restaurant | ||
| 1641 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst 14228 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Share the Bear & Snowflake Ornament Promotion | ||
| Fri. Nov 23 to Sun. Dec 23 | ||
| Adorable bears are $10 or beautiful snowflakes are $3 or 2 for $5. Items are sold at the Walden Galleria Mall or at the Hospice Mitchell Campus, 225 Como Park Blvd. in Cheektowaga. All proceeds from Share the Bear & Snowflake Ornament promotion, benefit Essential Care for Children, the pediatric program of The Center for Hospice & Palliative Care. h/c access, $ | ||
| Walden Galleria Mall | ||
| Galleria Drive, Cheektowaga 14227 | ||
| www.hospicebuffalo.com | ||
| 686-8090 | ||
| See Map | ||
Museums / Exhibits | Back To Top | |
| The Science of Sports | ||
| Sat. Sep 29 to Sun. Jan 6 | ||
| 10am-4pm | ||
| Aside from being competitive, sports are a complex equation of math, physics and biology. Learn why Science is the M.V.P. on any field, rink, diamond or court with interactive exhibits. From the physical impact of collisions to the technology behind how hockey ice is created, science plays an integral role in every highlight reel and play-by-play. With the help of your favorite Buffalo sports teams, players, and coaches, get a hands-on lesson on The Science of Sports through some friendly competition and fun. Test the accuracy and speed of your slapshot in the professional RapidShot hockey training system. Compare your speed to an NFL runningback. See if you have the balance of a cheerleader. Learn the physics behind the curveball. Examine the scientific forces competing with the perfect putt when trying to sink a birdie. Learn about sports fitness and health, including concussions. Exhibit entry is included with general museum admission and free for BMS Members. h/c access, $ | ||
| Buffalo Museum of Science | ||
| 1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo 14211 | ||
| www.sciencebuff.org | ||
| 7168965200 | ||
| See Map | ||
| War of 1812 Art Exhibit & War on the Lakes Museum Exhibit | ||
| Fri. Nov 30 to Sat. Jan 5 | ||
| Opens Friday, Novembe30 from 5-9 pm. and Wed. Thurs. & Fri. 11-7 pm, Sat. 10-6 p.m. & Sun. 12-5 p.m. | ||
| WAR OF 1812 art exhibit with original works by Rita Auerbach, Robert Averill, Eugene Cunningham, Doreen DeBoth, John Montague and J.Tim Raymond. Also: WAR ON THE LAKES special museum exhibit never before seen in the U.S. | ||
| Artsphere Studio & Gallery | ||
| 447 Amherst Street, Buffalo, NY 14207 | ||
| artspherestudio.com | ||
| 510-4007 | ||
| See Map | ||
Music / Concerts | Back To Top | |
| Chamber Orchestra Concert | ||
| Sun. Jun 24 to Sat. May 24 | ||
| 3 p.m. | ||
| Amherst Chamber Orchestra, Dr. Thomas Witakowski, Conductor. Watch for details. Donations. h/c access | ||
| North Presbyterian Church | ||
| 300 N Forest Rd, Williamsville 14221 | ||
| www.northchurchwilliamsville.org | ||
| 716-632-1330 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Deutsches Weihnachtskonzert | ||
| Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| Sunday, 3:00p.m. | ||
| A German Christmas concert presented by the Buffalo Schwaben Chor and the Schwaben Spatzen Kinderchor. Performing traditional selections in German and English. Free will offering will be collected. h/c access | ||
| St. Stephen‘s Bethlehem UCC Church | ||
| 750 Wehrle, Cheektowaga 14225 | ||
| buffalogerman.com | ||
| 681-4073 | ||
| See Map | ||
| First Niagara Holiday Pops with Ronan Tynan | ||
| Fri. Dec 14 to Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| 8 PM 12/14 and 12/15; 2:30 PM 12/16 | ||
| Acclaimed Irish tenor Ronan Tynan joins the BPO for WNY's Number 1 holiday tradition, performing a program of holiday classics and a sampling of traditional Irish favorites. h/c access, $ | ||
| Kleinhans Music Hall | ||
| 3 Symphony Circle , Buffalo 14201 | ||
| www.bpo.org | ||
| 885-5000 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Harmonia Presents | ||
| Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| December 16, 2012 3pm | ||
| Under the direction of Robert Pacillo, Harmonia Chamber Singers is noted for its adventurous and eclectic programming. "This is Christmas Time" is a free holiday concert featuring works by Chilcott, Bruckner, Rockapella, Willan, Leighton, and many familiar holiday favorites! The concert's centerpiece is a sublime work by Jackson Hill, "In Winter's Keeping", commissioned by Chanticleer. It's Japanese text and ethereal texture make it absolutely stunning. Come hear Western New York's finest vocal ensemble perform a diverse array of Christmas and festive holiday music! h/c access | ||
| St. Joseph University Church | ||
| 3269 Main Street, Buffalo 14214 | ||
| www.harmoniacs.org | ||
| 833-0298 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Villa Maria Chorale Christmas Concert | ||
| Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| Villa Maria Chorale Christmas Concert featuring International carols h/c access | ||
| Villa Maria Chapel | ||
| 600 Doat St, Buffalo 14211 | ||
| See Map | ||
Performance | Back To Top | |
| Fri. Nov 23 to Sat. Jan 5 | ||
| Fri, Sat & Sun: 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m., Wed & Thurs: 2:00 p.m. | ||
| Forest Lawn kicks off the fourth year of its popular Sunday In The Cemetery® Concert & Lecture Series on November 23 with an all-new It WAS A Wonderful Life (IWAWL), written and directed by Joseph Demerly. Narrator John Lay, Jr. – the first person to take up permanent residence in Forest Lawn (in 1850) – introduces several of the friends he’s made over the last 160+ years at Forest Lawn - all portrayed by local actors. They, in turn, create musical, comical and poignant glimpses of Christmases past, when they enjoyed life on this side of the Lawn! Hear from one of the founders of one of Buffalo’s iconic department stores, famous for its holiday displays. Sing along to some of your favorite Christmas carols. Learn the story behind Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, as told by his first wife, now a permanent resident of Forest Lawn. It all takes place in Forest Lawn’s historic and festively decorated chapel, with 11:00 a.m. and/or 2:00 p.m. performances five days a week through January 5, 2013. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by calling the Forest Lawn office at 885.1600. Seating is limited; reservations are required. Gift certificates are available. Visit www.forest-lawn.com for more information and to learn more about the Sunday In The Cemetery® Concert & Lecture Series, which continues with weekly programs every Sunday in January through April. h/c access, $ | ||
| Forest Lawn | ||
| 1411 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14209 | ||
| www.forest-lawn.com | ||
| 716.885.1600 | ||
| See Map | ||
Sports | Back To Top | |
| Happy Feet Soccer Leagues | ||
| Sun. Sep 16 to Tue. May 28 | ||
| Mutiple days/time options | ||
| Youth Soccer Leagues for kids ages 2-6. Fun Instructional Leagues this fall (outdoor) and winter (indoors). See website for info and registration. h/c access, $ | ||
| Windom Elementary | ||
| 3870 Sheldon Rd, Orchard Park 14127 | ||
| www.happyfeetbuffalo.com | ||
| 989-9400 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Happy Feet Soccer Leagues | ||
| Sun. Sep 16 to Mon. May 20 | ||
| Mutiple days/time options | ||
| Youth Soccer Leagues for kids ages 2-6. Fun Instructional Leagues this fall (outdoor) and winter (indoors). See website for info and registration. h/c access, $ | ||
| Cheektowaga High School | ||
| 3600 Union Rd, Cheektowaga 14225 | ||
| www.happyfeetbuffalo.com | ||
| 989-9400 | ||
| See Map | ||
Theatre / Stage | Back To Top | |
| A Christmas Carol | ||
| Thu. Dec 6 to Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| Thursdays and Friday @ 7:30 PM, Saturdays @ 5 PM and 8 PM, and Sundays @ 2 PM | ||
| Dickens’ classic adapted and directed by Neal Radice sponsored by M&T Bank, WKBW-TV Channel 7, Mighty Taco and Paragon Advertising Our 30th season will be like no other. Beloved British actor John Smeathers who has played Ebenezer Scrooge for the past 15 years returns to Buffalo for one last time before retiring from the role. So, don’t be sold out of Buffalo’s longest running holiday treat and the nation's 5th longest running stage version! For everyone of every age! | ||
| Alleyway Theatre | ||
| 1 Curtain Up Alley, Buffalo 14202 | ||
| www.alleyway.com | ||
| 716 852 2600 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Charles Dickens Presents A Christmas Carol | ||
| Sun. Dec 16 | ||
| Sunday, Dec 16rh at 3:00 | ||
| Niagara Regional Theatre presents this Chrismas Classic, a solo performance starring Mike Randall. h/c access, $ | ||
| Ellicott Creek Playhouse | ||
| 530 Ellicott Creek Rd., Tonawanda 14150 | ||
| www.niagaratheatre.com | ||
| 284-6358 | ||
| See Map | ||
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