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Events for Friday, January 04, 2013



Comedy
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Buffalo ComedySportz
Fri. Jan 4
Friday at 8pm and Saturdays at 7pm
ComedySportz is improvisational comedy played
as a sport! (If you've ever seen Whose Line Is It
Anyway?, you've got the general idea - except,
with us, the points do matter!) Two teams of act-
letes compete for the biggest laughs while a
referee calls the fouls and gets suggestions from
you, the loyal fanz.

Everything we do is improvised. We don't have
scripts or pre-planned scenes. That's why a
ComedySportz match wouldn't be possible
without your suggestions. Just make sure your
suggestions are clean, or the referee could call
the "Brown Bag Foul" on you, and you'll end up
wearing a paper bag over your head.

ComedySportz, found in twenty cities across the
US and Europe, is light-hearted insanity that
appeals to people from every walk of life. We
provide clean, positive entertainment that is
guaranteed to please even the toughest crowd. If
you have a pulse, it's highly likely that you'll laugh
until it hurts. If you don't have a pulse, seek
medical attention immediately.

Buffalo ComedySportz has been around since
1993 (what took you so long?)

Performed every Friday at 8pm and Saturday at
7pm.

Adults $10 / Student, Seniors, Military $8 /
Children Under 12 $5 h/c access, $
Buffalo ComedySportz Arena
4476 Main St. , Amherst NY 14217
www.buffalocsz.com
(716) 393-8669
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Family Events
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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
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Festivals
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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
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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
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Museums / Exhibits
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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
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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
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Performance
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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
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Sports
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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
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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
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Workshops
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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
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