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Events for Saturday, February 23, 2013



Craft Shows
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Union East Craft Show
Wed. Jan 30 to Sun. Mar 10
March 9,2013
Craft/Vendor Show @ Union East from 10
a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is $1.00 ages
5 and UP. Please stop by to see all
the wonderful crafts we have for you.

Interested in Table here is web site
to download an application:

http://www.cheektowagacentral.org/webp
ages/uparentteachera/index.cfm?
subpage=22522 h/c access, $
Union East Elementary School
3550 Union Road, Cheektowaga 14225
http://www.cheektowagacentral.org/webpages/uparentteachera/index.cfm?subpage=22522
7168937043
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Dance
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REGISTRATION DEADLINE for: 18-Hour DANCE MARATHON
Tue. Feb 12 to Wed. Feb 27
Friday Mar 1 from 6pm until Saturday Mar 2 at noon
DANCE MARATHON to benefit the WNY Chapter of
the Alzheimer's Association -- ALCOHOL-FREE
event
for everyone aged 17+ --$20 registration fee
includes: food and beverages throughout, SWAG
BAGS, hourly prize drawings, dance lessons, plus
great music and awesome DJs!
Register on-line at: http://stepupforalz.com ---
the
deadline to register is WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY
27!!!!! h/c access, $
Sinful Nightclub
334 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo 14202
stepupforalz.com
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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
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Family Events
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Free Community Dinner
Sat. Feb 23
Last Saturday of Every month, 4:30pm-6:30pm
Join us for a FREE COMMUNITY DINNER at
Zion United Church of Christ on
February 23rd from 4:30pm-6:30pm.

The last Saturday of every month, Zion
UCC will hold a free community dinner.
The dinner is absolutely free and
everyone is welcome to attend. The
food pantry and counseling are also
available.

Come and enjoy a free meal and
community fellowhsip. h/c access
Zion United Church of Christ
15 Koenig Circle, Tonawanda 14150
zionuccton.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/free-community-dinner.pdf
716-836-6220
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Melt Away The Winter Blues Bellydancing!
Wed. Feb 6 to Wed. Feb 27
Wed & Sat
Come join Faaria at Oasis Dance Center (4444 Main
Street, Amherst NY) and learn the basics of the art
of belly dance. 4 week session $40 (New Year
Special two friends join for $60, register by January
31st)
The Jump Start Belly Dance Class is designed for all
ages, shapes, and fitness levels, no dance
experience needed! The 4 week class will teach the
basics of this beautiful dance form that is truly for
all women.
Three classes to choose from:
Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 PM (starts 2/6)
Saturdays 12:30-1:30 PM (starts 2/23)
Teen Class Saturday s 1:30-2:30 PM (starts 2/23)
Email faaria to register:
faaria@oasisdancecenter.com and check out our
website for more info:
http://www.oasisdancecenter.com
$
Oasis Dance Center
4444 Main Street, Amherst 14226
http://www.oasisdancecenter.com
716-698-0288
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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
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TRAINS ARE RUNNING!
Sat. Dec 29 to Sun. Feb 24
1 - 4 pm
The impressive train display includes 1900s replica
model trains running on more than 200 feet of
track, as well as a scale Erie Canal lock and 100
miniature buildings portraying 19th century Buffalo
and Western New York. h/c access, $
The Buffalo History Museum
One Museum Court, Buffalo 14216
www.buffalohistory.org
716-873-9644 ext.301
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Williamsville Community Education Belly Dance Class!
Sat. Feb 23 to Sat. Mar 16
New Jump Start Intro To Belly Dance at Oasis
Dance Center in Amherst, NY starts Feb. 23rd! 4
week session $40, Saturdays 12:30-1:30 PM.
Come try out belly dance and beat those winter
blues! Open to women and teens, no dance
experience needed! Class designed with the
absolute beginner in mind! Come learn the basics
of this beautiful dance form and have FUN!
Students can sign up through Williamsville
Community
Education:http://williamsville.augusoft.net/index.
cfm?
method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&int_class_id
=31649&int_category_id=4&int_sub_category_id
=17&int_catalog_id=0 or through the studio by
emailing Faaria at: faaria@oasisdancecenter.com
Check out our website for more info:
http://www.osisdancecenter.com $
Oasis Dance Center
4444 Main Street (mid level suite), Amherst 14226
www.oasisdancecenter.com
716-698-0288
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Fundraiser
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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
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Music / Concerts
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Glimmer Twins
Fri. Feb 22 to Sat. Feb 23
Take a trip back in time and experience The
Rolling Stones in the 1970's. Because of the
uncanny resemblances to Mick Jagger and Keith
Richards in their prime coupled with the special
attention given to the minutest details both
musically and visually, The Glimmer Twins are a
cut above all other tribute bands on the circuit
today. h/c access, $
Lancaster Opera House
21 Central Ave, Lancaster 14086
lancopera.org
716-683-1776
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Glimmer Twins
Fri. Feb 22 to Sat. Feb 23
Fri. Feb 22 & Sat. Feb 23 - 7:30pm
TRIBUTE TO THE ROLLING STONES

Take a trip back in time and experience The Rolling Stones in the 1970's. Because of the uncanny resemblances to Mick Jagger and Keith Richards in their prime coupled with the special attention given to the minutest details both musically and visually, The Glimmer Twins are a cut above all other tribute bands on the circuit today.

All Tickets: $22 h/c access, $
Lancaster Opera House
21 Central Ave., Lancaster 14086
www.lancopera.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&product_id=167
683-1776
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Heard of Buffalo
Sat. Feb 23
9pm
Live music! h/c access
Armor Inn Tap Room
5381 Abbott Rd, Hamburg 14075
www.armorinn.com
202-1315
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Sports
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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
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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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Theatre / Stage
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Drinking Habits
Fri. Feb 15 to Sun. Feb 24
February 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24 7:30 PM Sundays at 2:00PM
A riotous farce that makes its WNY debut! Could
the innocent sisters really be making illegal wine at
the convent. What other jaw dropping revelations
await there? Find out! Appropriate for all ages. h/c access, $
Sheridan-Parkside Community Center Theater
169 Sheridan-Parkside Dr, Town of Tonawanda 14150
www.towneplayers.com
693-9641
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RENT
Wed. Jan 23 to Sun. Mar 3
W 7pm; TH 7pm; F 8pm; SA 4pm & 8pm; SU 2pm
It’s an all new look at Jonathan Larson’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning musical. With its music stripped down to its essence and played by actors in a deliberate departure from the over amplified arena style performances that earned the show the nickname Rant, this production of RENT promises to bring the compelling story to audiences in a whole new way. h/c access, $
MusicalFare Theatre
4380 Main Street, Amherst 14226
www.musicalfare.com
716-839-8540
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Tony N Tinas Wedding
Fri. Feb 22 to Sat. Mar 2
February 22,23 & March 1,2, 2013 at 7:15pm
The Theatrical performance of Tony n' Tina's
Wedding satires an Italian-American wedding in
which the audience participates in all aspects of
this fictitious event.You will toast the Bride and
Groom, enjoy an Italian Buffet Dinner, a piece of
Wedding Cake, participate in the Bouquet and
Garter toss and dance to the music of Donny Dulce
and Fusion. There are many other surprises in
store for you throughout this raucous evening
including: The Sacred Dance Of the Waiters, An
impromptu performance by Tony's Father's
(Stripper) Girlfriend, A drunken Priest, Bickering
Family members, and you never can tell when the
Pregnant Bridesmaid will go into labor!
~For tickets Call 716-633-4355 or online
www.AATC.net
~Dinner & show included in ticket price
~Six (6) or more get group rate
h/c access, $
Fox Valley Country Club
6161 Genesee Street, Lancaster 14086
AATC.net
716-633-4355
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Workshops
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Wonderful Warblers
Sat. Feb 23
Saturday/ 9am-12pm
In cooperation with the East Aurora Bird Club, join
Tifft volunteer, member of Buffalo Ornithological
Society and birder extraordinaire, Ed Ratajczak, to
learn who’s who of these colorful spring migrants.
Recommended for those with some birding
experience interested in improving their skills,
participants should bring binoculars and field
guides, if possible, and dress for the weather
(outdoor walk, weather permitting). Limited basic
binoculars will be available to borrow onsite.
Complimentary coffee and donuts. FREE. Pre-
registration required. Please call 662-5803.
Registration Deadline: February 21 h/c access, $
Tifft Nature Preserve
1200 Fuhrmann Blvd, Buffalo 14203
www.sciencebuff.org
825-6397
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