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Events for Monday, February 18, 2013
Art | Back To Top | |
| “Student Interpretation of the Nichols School Collection,” featuring artwork by various artists | ||
| Fri. Jan 18 to Sat. Mar 23 | ||
| This exhibition incorporates work from Nichols School’s five permanent art collections and new work by current students. The students studied the artists and the work in the Nichols School Collection and after reviewing the artwork, each student selected a piece to use as inspiration for their project. Each student developed and executed the project based on their interpretation of the original collection artwork. The exhibition will feature a selection of student work alongside the collection piece that inspired it. “The Nichols School Art Collection is a highly exceptional survey of work in all media by artists who are acclaimed locally, nationally and internationally,” said Gerald Mead, art collector and independent curator. “Displayed throughout the school campus, it provides an invaluable opportunity for students, faculty and staff to continually encounter and be inspired by original works of art. This encyclopedic collection, particularly rich with exemplary work by many of Western New York’s most prominent artists, has been described as ‘hidden in plain sight.’ Perhaps it is that spirit of discovery with which these works are viewed in the school’s hallways, offices and classrooms that make this important collection all the more special.” In the Boocock Reading Room, the work of internationally acclaimed contemporary artist, Laylah Ali ’86, shares a wall with the beloved area artist, Catherine Koenig. In the Upper School faculty room, works by Salvatore Dali hang, and in the Middle School faculty room, Charles Burchfield’s work on paper, “Plan for a Toy Bank,” can be examined as one pours coffee. Nichols has a commitment to art that extends beyond its studios and curriculum. The diaspora of artwork in offices, classrooms, hallways, lecture halls and more mark the importance of art at the school. The question was posed: How has this work, which is part of a rich and dedicated tradition at Nichols, remained hidden to many of its students and the greater community for years? The exhibit will feature artwork from the Nichols School Collection, which includes work by Monica Angle, Jim Bird, Catherine Koenig, Grace McKendry, Catherine Parker, Walter Prochownik and Peter Stephens, in addition to various works by current Nichols School students. Opening reception is Thursday, Feb. 7 The show runs Jan. 18 through March 23; gallery hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. h/c access | ||
| Nichols School Gallery, Flickinger Performing Arts Center | ||
| 1250 Amherst St., Buffalo 14216 | ||
| See Map | ||
Dance | Back To Top | |
| Winter Dance Workshops | ||
| Mon. Jan 14 to Sat. Mar 16 | ||
| Our 8-week dance and fitness classes are perfect for those that are looking to try something new without an annual commitment in a fun, friendly atmosphere! Children’s Classes: Mommy & Me Creative Movement Ballet & Tap Combo Musical Theater Adult Classes: Ballet Ballet Fitness Jazz Tap Hip Hop Zumba h/c access, $ | ||
| Buffalo Dance Center | ||
| Elma Plaza - 2331 Bowen Rd, Elma 14059 | ||
| www.buffalodancecenter.com | ||
| 716-901-4263 | ||
| See Map | ||
Family Events | Back To Top | |
| Just for Kids Mid-Winter Break Camps | ||
| Wed. Jan 16 to Fri. Feb 22 | ||
| Looking for something new for your children this February break? Send them to Just for Kids break camp! We provide engaging activities with sports coordinators and special guests, along with fine arts and hands-on activities and great daily themes. Breakfast, lunch and snacks included. Camp runs 7:30 am- 5:30 pm February 19th-22nd with locations in Williamsville and Grand Island schools! We’re flexible- register for one day or the whole week, to spice up your child’s break! Additional information and registration materials are available at www.justforkidsonline.org/break- camps. h/c access, $ | ||
| Maple East Elementary School / Connor Middle School | ||
| 1500 Maple Rd. / 1100 Ransom Rd., Williamsville / Grand Island 14221 / 14072 | ||
| www.justforkidsonline.org | ||
| See Map | ||
| KIDS DAY | ||
| Mon. Feb 18 | ||
| The Museum of DisABILITY History, a project of People Inc. is hosting their first ever KIDS DAY on Monday, February 18th, 2013. The entire family is welcome to participate in our 10am- 12pm session or our 1pm-3pm session. At each session, families will be able to listen to a live presentation of Ivan the Invacar, compete in a coloring contest, attend a live Kids on the Block puppet show, tour our museum and attend a showing of the Jungle Book. Please reserve your spot by calling (716) 629-3626 or e-mailing pnowak@people-inc.org. All ages welcome! Kids 5 years and younger are FREE Kids 6-17 years are $2.00 Students with ID, Seniors over 60, Human Service Workers with ID are $2.50 People Inc. Employees with Museum Pass are FREE h/c access, $ | ||
| Museum of DisABILITY History | ||
| 3826 Main Street, Williamsville 14226 | ||
| museumofdisability.org/ | ||
| (716) 629-3626 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Summer in February | ||
| Sat. Feb 16 to Sun. Feb 24 | ||
| Feb 16 2013 Thru Feb 24 2013 | ||
| 9-day annual themed event is scheduled in conjunction with the area schools’ mid-winter break. Puts a positive spin on the poor weather conditions of the Buffalo area’s winter season and brings a touch of warmth, fun and entertainment for families. Children 12 and under can enjoy playing with sand in a beach like setting. Sand toys, pails and shovels are provided or bring your own to play in the sand. The beach is in a perfect location in the Food Court near Sears so families can enjoy lunch, dinner or just a snack before or after playing at the beach. Seating is provided in and around the beach area where parents can watch their children comfortably. h/c access | ||
| Eastern Hills Mall | ||
| 4545 Transit Rd, Wmsvl 14221 | ||
| www.shopeasternhills.com | ||
| 6331600 ext 201 | ||
| See Map | ||
Fundraiser | Back To Top | |
| 2013 Conservation Tree & Shrub Seedlings Available | ||
| Thu. Jan 24 to Wed. Mar 13 | ||
| 8am-5pm | ||
| Order forms for the 2013 Conservation Tree and Shrub Seedling Sale are now available from Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District. The District is offering many varieties of conservation trees and shrubs, wildflower seed mixes, and seedling packets which have combinations of trees and shrubs chosen to attract, feed and shelter birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Landowners can practice conservation by planting seedlings and wildflowers to provide wildlife food and habitat, shelter crops and landscape, reduce heating/cooling expenses, protect water quality, reduce air pollution, and stabilize erodible land. Seedlings are also an inexpensive alternative for replacing trees that have been damaged or lost. Thirty-two species of trees and shrubs are available this year. The one-to-three-year-old bare root seedlings, which range in size from 6 to 24 inches, are available in lots of 10 to 500. The District is offering an expanded selection of four- year-old evergreen transplants which are more mature trees with thicker stems, more branching and more developed roots. Also, a new seedling introduction to the 2013 program is the broadleaf tree Shagbark Hickory. The District also stocks marking flags, fertilizer tablets, and tree shelters to help promote the success of your plantings. Bluebird nest boxes can be ordered through the program or be purchased at the District office. Order forms may be obtained by stopping at the District office at 50 Commerce Way in East Aurora (behind Post Office), by calling (716) 652-8480 ext. 5, or by printing the order form from the District website at www.ecswcd.org. Orders are due by March 15, 2013 and pick-up will be on Saturday April 13, 2013 at the Fairgrounds in Hamburg. h/c access | ||
| 50 Commerce Way | ||
| 50 Commerce Way, East Aurora 14052 | ||
| www.ecswcd.org | ||
| 716 652 8480 ext 5 | ||
| See Map | ||
Music / Concerts | Back To Top | |
| Toast & Jam Open Mic | ||
| Mon. Feb 18 to Mon. Mar 25 | ||
| Mondays (2/18 - 3/25, 2013) | ||
| Get ready to lose those winter blues! Toast & Jam, now in its 14th year. This jazz-jammin', blues-rockin', poetry-reading coffeehouse event is back by popular demand and continues till March 25. Singer-songwriter, Dale Campbell hosts the 6 week series of open mic entertainment which is open to all singers, musicians, poets, actors, dancers, comics and performance artists. Campbell's calling card boasts a long history of open mics and he can be heard regularly on WJJL 1440AM, "Just Me and the Dog" and "Dale Campbell - All About Town". Performers sign up as they arrive, and play on a first-come, first-served basis. Most of the people who perform at open mics are not professionals. They do it for the love of it, and part of the fun for the audience is never knowing what to expect! "It's a great atmosphere." says Campbell. "By the end of the night, it feels like a sing-along at a friend's house. Some performers are really good, others are just there to have fun. And everyone LOVES the great food at the Brickyard!". Highlights from Toast & Jam are featured throughout the year on Lockport Community TV. Performers are invited to take advantage of this unique opportunity to enjoy a moment in the spotlight. Toast & Jam is presented by Lewiston Council on the Arts and sponsored by Brickyard Pub & BBQ, Lockport Community TV (LCTV), Cataract Printing, Lewiston Music and Vic's Woodshed Music. h/c access | ||
| Brickyard Pub | ||
| 432 Center St, Lewiston 14092 | ||
| www.artcouncil.org | ||
| 716 754-0166 | ||
| See Map | ||
Speakers / Lectures | Back To Top | |
| 2013 Great Decisions Series | ||
| Mon. Feb 4 to Mon. Apr 15 | ||
| Mondays from 6:00 pm - 7:30 om | ||
| Our Great Decisions Discussion Series is a set of dynamic discussions about global issues, as outlined annually by the Foreign Policy Association. Moderators, who come to us from area universities and organizations, present information on their topic and then facilitate discussion between participants. Join us to "discover, discuss, and decide" at Great Decisions 2013: • Dates: February 4- April 15, 2013 *No sessions on February 18th or April 1st* • Location: Tapestry Charter School, 65 Great Arrow Buffalo, NY • 2013 Topics: Myanmar and Southeast Asia, Threat Assessment, Iran, Future of the Euro, NATO, Humanitarian Intervention, Egypt, China in Africa. Each session is $7.00 ($5.00 for students and teachers), payable at the door. There are special rates for those who register for entire series. Event co-sponsors: Tapestry Charter School, University at Buffalo's Office of International Education, and the Peace Corps For more information contact Emily Korona-Luscher at ekorona@iibuff.org h/c access, $ | ||
| United States | ||
| Tapestry Charter School, 65 Great Arrow, Buffalo 14216 | ||
| www.iibuff.org | ||
| (716)883-1900 | ||
| See Map | ||
Sports | Back To Top | |
| Aurora Arsenal House Soccer Registration | ||
| Sun. Jan 13 to Fri. Mar 1 | ||
| Now through March 1, 2013 | ||
| Aurora Arsenal Soccer is currently holding House Soccer Registration for the Spring Season. Visit our website at www.AuroraArsenal.org and click on the House Registration link to register. ALL REGISTRATIONS WILL BE DONE ONLINE THIS YEAR! Early Bird registration until February 1st. Regular registration until March 1st. NEW THIS YEAR - NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 1, 2013. Please contact Treasurer Chris Ruhland at 652-4247 if you need a paper registration form. Please contact House Coordinator Heidi Potenza at 652-4229 with any questions. h/c access, $ | ||
| www.AuroraArsenal.org | ||
| online, Aurora 14052 | ||
| www.AuroraArsenal.org | ||
| 652-4229 | ||
| See Map | ||
| 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 | ||
Tours | Back To Top | |
| President's Day Holiday Visit | ||
| Mon. Feb 18 | ||
| 9am - 2pm | ||
| Group presentation about application process, scholarships and general info. Includes Q&A period and campus tour. h/c access | ||
| D‘Youville Academic Building | ||
| 320 Porter Ave, Buffalo 14201 | ||
| www.dyc.edu/rsvp | ||
| 829-7600 | ||
| 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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