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Events for Monday, December 31, 2012
Family Events | Back To Top | |
| Bingo | ||
| Mon. May 23 to Mon. Dec 31 | ||
| Monday Evenings-7:30 PM | ||
| BINGO is Back! Monday Evenings Doors Open 6:30PM. Games Start 7:30PM. h/c access | ||
| Temple Beth Am | ||
| 4660 Sheridan Drive, Williamsville 14221 | ||
| bethambuffalo.org | ||
| 716-633-8877 | ||
| 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 | ||
| First Night Buffalo | ||
| Mon. Dec 31 | ||
| 12/31/12 5-10 pm | ||
| Join us for a family-friendly, safe way to ring in the New Year. h/c access, $ | ||
| Buffalo Niagara Convention Center | ||
| 153 Franklin St., Buffalo 14202 | ||
| http://www.firstnightbuffalo.org | ||
| 635-4959 | ||
| See Map | ||
| New Year's eve Ball Drop | ||
| Mon. Dec 31 | ||
| 6:00 pm to 1:00 am | ||
| New Year's Eve BALL DROP events start at 6pm 2 KIDS FUN ZONES LIVE MUSIC under the heated tent Merchant SCAVENGER HUNT Over 21 PUB CRAWL FIREWORKS at midnight FOOD VENDORS FREE PARKING. h/c access | ||
| Sweeney St. corner of Webster | ||
| 15 Webster St., N. Tonawanda 14120 | ||
| gatewayballdrop.com | ||
| 912-8168 | ||
| 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 | ||
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 | ||
Meetings | Back To Top | |
| Monthly Writers' Group | ||
| Mon. Aug 6 to Mon. Jan 7 | ||
| First Monday of the month, 7 PM - 9:30 PM | ||
| Monthly writers' group that assists new and upcoming writers with the process of getting their work published. Each month attendees receive information on how to improve writing skills with publication in mind, how to get published, and occasionally we bring in local authors speak on their experiences and successes. Writers may also bring works-in-progress to read aloud and receive critiques and submission advice and ideas . h/c access | ||
| Barnes & Noble Booksellers | ||
| 1565 Niagara Falls Blvd., Ste. 1, Amherst 14228 | ||
| basics2bylines.org | ||
| 837-7209 | ||
| See Map | ||
Museums / Exhibits | Back To Top | |
| New Exhibit: Interwoven Passions: The Work of Bobbie Fuhrmann | ||
| Wed. Apr 18 to Mon. Dec 31 | ||
| The newest exhibit at Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village showcases over 40 works of nationally renowned and published fiber artist, Bobbie Fuhrmann. The exhibit includes many of the finest examples of her weaving, quilting and lacemaking. The exhibit highlights the mastery of technique, mathematical precision and innovation in her work. Bobbie’s quilt In Depth, a 3,000-piece hand-quilted and sewn object, uses perspective, color and pattern to create the illusion of a 3-dimensionality. Many of her original bobbin-lace pieces and complex weavings can also be seen. Come and enjoy this exhibit – it is a visual treat! See how the finest details combine to create depth, perspective and movement in these elaborate works. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday 9:30-4:30 year round, June to Mid- October, Saturday and Sunday 12:30- 4:30. The museum admission is $5.00 until June 2012, then admission will be $7.00 Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village (formerly Amherst Museum) is located at 3755 Tonawanda Creek Road, corner of New Road, in Amherst, midway between Buffalo and Niagara Falls. The museum is just minutes from I-990 or Millersport and Transit Roads. Visit the museum at www.amherstmuseum.org. h/c access, $ | ||
| Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village (formerly Amherst Museum) | ||
| 3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd, Amherst 14228 | ||
| www.amherstmuseum.org | ||
| 689-1440 | ||
| See Map | ||
| 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 | ||
Music / Concerts | Back To Top | |
| Dive House Union | ||
| Mon. Dec 31 | ||
| Performing at our New Years Party! Champagne fountain at midnight, free valet parking, no cover! h/c access | ||
| Armor Inn Tap Room | ||
| 5381 Abbott Rd, Hamburg 14075 | ||
| www.armorinn.com | ||
| 716-202-1315 | ||
| See Map | ||
Nightlife | Back To Top | |
| WNYBAC’s New Year’s Eve Gala & Art Auction | ||
| Mon. Dec 31 to Tue. Jan 1 | ||
| December 31st, 2012 / 9pm - January 1st, 2013 / 2am | ||
| Save the date for WNYBAC’s Annual New Year’s Eve Gala & Art Auction! Ring in the New Year by watching the ball drop from the Electric Tower at midnight from the two floors of the Book Arts Center, in downtown Buffalo. Enjoy a night of tasty and tasteful hors d’oeuvres, live music, a silent art auction, an open bar with complimentary beer & wine, and a champagne toast at midnight! All while contributing to WNYBAC’s goal of becoming a self-sustaining center for print and book arts in Buffalo! All proceeds from this event will directly contribute to the growth and success of our center. Reserve your tickets now! Tickets are $70 for members of WNYBAC & $80 for non members h/c access | ||
| Western New York Book Arts Center | ||
| 468 Washington Street, Buffalo 14203 | ||
| http://wnybookarts.org/nye | ||
| 7163481430 | ||
| 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 | ||
Workshops | Back To Top | |
| GED Preparation & Job Readiness Classes | ||
| Thu. Apr 12 to Fri. Apr 12 | ||
| Mon-Fri; 9:00 - 12:00 | ||
| Need your high school equivalency diploma? Get your GED classes for free. Classes held in Lackawanna at the St. Barbara's Community Center, located at 75 Caldwell Place, Lackawanna, NY 14218. Classes operate, Monday-Friday from 9:00- 12:00. To register or for further information call 332-1830 or 893-3500 . Don't delay get started now. h/c access, $ | ||
| St. Barbara‘s Community Center | ||
| 75 Caldwell Place, Lackawanna 14211 | ||
| 716-893-3500 | ||
| See Map | ||
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