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Events for Friday, March 08, 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 | ||
| Storrs All High Photo Show | ||
| Sun. Mar 3 to Fri. Mar 29 | ||
| M-F, Noon-5 PM; SA & SU, 2-5 PM | ||
| Featuring work by students from more than 30 WNY high schools. Free public reception SU, Mar 3, 2-5 PM. h/c access | ||
| Kenan Center House Gallery | ||
| 433 Locust St, Lockport 14094 | ||
| www.kenancenter.org | ||
| 433-2617 | ||
| See Map | ||
Family Events | Back To Top | |
| Be Active Erie County Walking for Health | ||
| Fri. Mar 8 | ||
| Free indoor fitness walk, includes health information and refreshments. Registration 8:30 A.M., walk begins 9:15 A.M.For information call 851-4052 h/c access | ||
| Walden Galleria Mall Lower Level, enter by Cheesecake Factory | ||
| One Walden Galleria, Cheektowaga 14225 | ||
| www.CreatingHealthyCommunities.org | ||
| 851-4052 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Christian Academy of Western New York Annual Dinner Auction | ||
| Tue. Jan 29 to Fri. Mar 8 | ||
| Friday March 8, 2013 6-9 pm | ||
| Christian Academy of WNY (CAWNY) is hosting its Annual Dinner Auction, celebrating 20 years of Christian Education. CAWNY is a prek- 12th grade non denominational, independent private school located in North Tonawanda. This years event is being held on March 8, 2013 from 6- 9pm at Banchetti's Restaurant in Amherst. Tickets are $20 a piece and include buffet, entrance for silent auction, speakers and entertainment. There are also sponsor tables available as well. Please contact 433-1652 for more information and/or to purchase tickets today. Thank you for support Christian Education. cawny.com h/c access, $ | ||
| Banchetti‘s by Rizzo | ||
| 550 North Forest , Amherst 14228 | ||
| www.cawny.com | ||
| 433-1652 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Fish Fry Fridays | ||
| Fri. Feb 15 to Fri. Mar 22 | ||
| 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm | ||
| All are welcome to St. Gregory the Great Parish Faith Community for our Dine-in or Drive-up Fish Fry Fridays during Lent! Fish or Breaded Shrimp dinner includes French fries, coleslaw, roll and butter. Drinks and homemade desserts are also included! Pizza will be available for $1.00 per slice. Advance tickets can be purchased for $8 per meal in the Parish Office or by sending checks to 200 St. Gregory Court, Williamsville, NY 14221. Tickets at the door will be $9. For more information please call the Parish Office at 688-5678. h/c access, $ | ||
| St. Gregory the Great School | ||
| 250 St. Gregory Ct, Williamsville 14221 | ||
| www.stgregs.org | ||
| 716 688-5678 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Fish Fry Fridays, Dine-In or Drive-Up | ||
| Fri. Feb 15 to Fri. Mar 22 | ||
| February 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22 from 4 - 7 pm | ||
| All are welcome to St. Gregory the Great Parish Faith Community for our Dine-in or Drive-up Fish Fry Fridays during Lent! Fish or Breaded Shrimp dinner includes Coleslaw, French fries,roll and butter. Drinks and homemade desserts are also included! Pizza will be available for $1.00 per slice. Join us February 15,22, March 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm in our School Gym. Advance tickets can be purchased for $8.00 per person in the Parish Office or by sending checks to 200 St. Gregory Court,Williamsville, NY 14221. Tickets at the door will be $9.00. For more information please call the Parish Office at 688-5678. Webpage link: www.stgregs.org h/c access, $ | ||
| School Gym | ||
| 200 St. Gregory Ct. , Williamsville 14221 | ||
| www.stgregs.org | ||
| 688-5678 | ||
| See Map | ||
| LENTEN FISH FRY | ||
| Sat. Feb 23 to Sat. Mar 9 | ||
| March 8, 2013 from 4:00 to 7:00 | ||
| Please join us for a Krolick's Fish Fry at Nativity of Mary School! Pre-sale tickets can be purchased from the Rectory or School for $9.50. $10.00 tickets at the door. Take out/Eat In or Drive Thru. Includes fish fry, potato salad, coleslaw, roll and butter and beverage. Pizza and desserts are available. h/c access, $ | ||
| Nativity of Mary School | ||
| 8550 Main Street, Williamsville 14226 | ||
| See Map | ||
Fundraiser | Back To Top | |
| Fri. Mar 8 | ||
| Join us for the 5th Annual Jazz, Jokes & Java event to support Danceability Inc. at The Hearthstone Manor. The evening will feature local comedian Dan Viola (show begins at 8:00pm), The Cleveland Hill Jazz Band, theme baskets, raffles, silent auctions and delicious food and drink provided by The Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality & Business. Tickets are $25/person or 2 tickets for $40 presale. At the door, all tickets will be $25. Tickets can be purchased at the studio starting 1/15 or can be purchased by calling 716- 651-0094. This event is a great night out with friends and family, AND you will be supporting the students and programs at Danceability Inc. We hope you will join us!! h/c access, $ | ||
| Hearthstone Manor | ||
| 333 Dick Road, Depew 14043 | ||
| www.danceabilityinc.com | ||
| See Map | ||
| 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 | ||
| Gowns 4 Proms | ||
| Fri. Mar 1 to Mon. Apr 1 | ||
| March 1- April 1, 2013 | ||
| Drop off a new or gently used prom dress at Boulevard Mall Guest Services and help make this prom season special for a Buffalo student. Thank you! h/c access | ||
| Boulevard Mall | ||
| 730 Alberta Drive, Amherst 14226 | ||
| www.boulevard-mall.com | ||
| 834-8600 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Jazz, Jokes & Java 5 | ||
| Fri. Mar 8 | ||
| Friday, March 8, 2013 - 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. | ||
| The 5th annual "Jazz, Jokes & Java" fundraiser to benefit "danceability, Inc." will take place Friday, March 8th at the Hearthstone Manor located on Dick Rd, Depew, N.Y. from 7:00-10:00 p.m. The evening will include jazz music from the Cleveland Hill High School Jazz Band, a performance from local family friendly comedian Dan Viola & finger foods and desserts from The Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality & Business. Cash bar available. Theme baskets and silent auctions. Tickets are $25.00 per person or pre-sale $40 for a pair prior to 3/8/13. All proceeds will support the Danceability, Inc program. For information go to website www.danceabilityinc.com or call 651-0094 h/c access, $ | ||
| Hearthstone Manor | ||
| 333 Dick Road, Depew 14225 | ||
| 651-0094 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Jazz, Jokes & Java V | ||
| Fri. Mar 8 | ||
| Friday, March 8, 2013 6:30-10:00 | ||
| Danceability, Inc, a nonprofit dance and movement program for children and adults with special needs, will be holding their 5th annual fundraiser. The event titled, "Jazz, Jokes and Java V" will be held Friday March 8, 2013 at the Hearthstone Manor. The event will feature food, entertainment, silent auctions, baskets and plenty of good times. Monies raised will help support "danceability, Inc" in providing services and scholarships for its participants. The Hearthstone Manor is located at 333 Dick Rd., Depew, NY 14043. The event will run from 6:30-10:00 that evening. For ticket prices or how you or your company can donate to the program call 651-0094 or visit our website at www.danceabilityinc.com h/c access, $ | ||
| Hearthstone Manor | ||
| 333 Dick Road, Depew 14043 | ||
| 651-0094 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Krolicks Fish Fry | ||
| Fri. Mar 8 | ||
| March 8 4:30pm to 6pm | ||
| We will be hosting a Lenten Fish Fry from 4pm to 6:30pm, details tba, for tickets call 260-1217 h/c access, $ | ||
| Payne Ave Christian Church | ||
| 1459 Payne Ave, N Tonawanda 14120 | ||
| www.PayneAvenue.org | ||
| 260-1217 | ||
| See Map | ||
Museums / Exhibits | Back To Top | |
| M&T Second Friday Celebration | ||
| Fri. Mar 8 | ||
| Friday from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm | ||
| As part of the M&T Second Friday celebration at the Burchfield Penney Art Center on March 8, visitors can participant in a workshop presented by Buffalo State art education graduate students, “My Sketchbook Has Virtually Become My Diary,” from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Participants will create travel- size books to fill with inspirations. Also, a screening of films by Dani Leventhal will be shown at 7:00 p.m. in the art center auditorium. Leventhal creates videos that unearth a curious beauty in the minutiae of everyday life. h/c access | ||
| Burchfield Penney Art Center | ||
| 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo 14222 | ||
| www.burchfieldpenney.org/ | ||
| (716) 878-6011 | ||
| 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 / Movies | Back To Top | |
| The Comedy of Errors by William Shakespeare | ||
| Thu. Mar 7 to Sat. Mar 9 | ||
| March 7-8, 7 p.m.; March 9, 2 and 7 p.m. | ||
| “The Comedy of Errors”, Buffalo Seminary, Margaret L. Wendt Performing Arts Center, 205 Bidwell Pkwy, Buffalo. All-girls production of a Shakespeare classic. TH, FR Mar 7-8, 7pm, SA Mar 9, 2pm & 7pm, 885-6780, $ h/c access, $ | ||
| Buffalo Seminary‘s Margaret L. Wendt Performing Arts Center | ||
| 205 Bidwell Parkway, Buffalo 14222 | ||
| http://www.buffaloseminary.org/page.cfm?p=288 | ||
| 716-885-6780 | ||
| See Map | ||
Theatre / Stage | Back To Top | |
| Godspell | ||
| Fri. Mar 8 to Sat. Mar 23 | ||
| Fridays and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Sunday March 10 and 17th at 3:00 p.m. | ||
| The Niagara Regional Theatre Guild presents the musical "Godspell" March 8 through March 23rd. Performances are Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 and Sunday March 10th and 17th at 3:00 p.m. at The Ellicott Creek Playhouse, 530 Ellicott Creek Rd., Tonawanda. Tickets are $17.00 General, $15.00 Students/Seniors, $14.00 Presale and can be purchased by calling 284-6358 or visit www.niagaratheatre.com. h/c access, $ | ||
| The Ellicott Creek Playhouse | ||
| 530 Ellicott Creek Rd, Tonawanda 14150 | ||
| www.niagaratheatre.com | ||
| 716-284-6358 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Oklahoma! | ||
| Fri. Mar 1 to Sun. Mar 17 | ||
| Fridays & Saturdays - 7:30pm, Sundays - 2:30pm | ||
| Music by RICHARD RODGERS Book & Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMRESTEIN II Original Dances by AGNES DE MILLE Based on the play “Green Grow the Lilacs" by LYNN RIGGS Produced by LANCASTER OPERA HOUSE Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of this classic musical. Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story set in a Western Indian territory just after the turn of the century. Although the road to true love never runs smoothly, with these two headstrong romantics holding the reins, love's journey is as bumpy as a surrey ride down a country road. With a wonderful score including “People Will Say We're in Love”, “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin' ”, and of course the rousing title song, this show set the standards and established the rules of musical theatre still being followed today. Tickets: $22 Adult, $20 Student/Senior h/c access, $ | ||
| Lancaster Opera House | ||
| 21 Central Ave., Lancaster 14086 | ||
| www.lancopera.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&product_id=168 | ||
| 683-1776 | ||
| See Map | ||
| Seeds | ||
| Fri. Mar 1 to Sun. Mar 24 | ||
| Thursday - Saturday: 7:30pm/Sunday: 2:00pm | ||
| New Play Workshop Selection March 1 – March 24, 2013 A World Premiere Play by Donna Hoke Directed Kristen Tripp Kelley Married PhD scientist Marjorie has been trying to get pregnant for years, while her single, identical twin Josephine has three children by three different fathers. Fed up with infertility and pressure from her otherwise ideal husband Aidan to have children, Marjorie starts to wonder: is it so wrong to not want to be a parent? Aidan – never fully at ease with being adopted himself – isn’t ready to give up his quest for a biological child. When Josephine offers egg donor surrogacy as the “ideal” solution, salesman Aidan gives the pitch of his life and convinces his hesitant wife to inseminate Josephine personally – in their living room – an awkward scenario which prompts a recollection of a long-ago encounter that sheds new light on Aidan and Jo’s unspoken bond. Aidan and Jo bond over the resulting pregnancy, but Marjorie is unable to connect to the idea of motherhood. When baby Joseph is born early and with serious health issues, Aidan embraces his new role as a father, but Marjorie’s inability to accept the situation is obvious, particularly to sister Jo and their mother, Kay, a dubious role model for motherhood herself. As fears over Joseph’s prognosis increases, the insecurities that brought the sisters to this point come to the fore… and Marjorie’s crisis of faith may prove insurmountable… The decision that Marjorie and Josephine arrive at makes for the potent resolution to this unique and moving family drama… h/c access, $ | ||
| Road Less Traveled Theater | ||
| 639 Main Street (Inside the Market Arcade Film & Arts Center), Buffalo 14203 | ||
| http://roadlesstraveledproductions.org/2012/05/seeds/ | ||
| 716-629-3069 | ||
| See Map | ||
| The Ladies Man | ||
| Thu. Mar 7 to Sat. Mar 9 | ||
| Thursday-Saturday at 8:00 pm | ||
| The Buffalo State Theater Department presents Charles Morey’s adaptation of Georges Feydeau’s bedroom farce The Ladies Man at 8:00 p.m. March 7-9, March 14-16, and 2:00 p.m. March 9 and 16 in Warren Enters Theatre in Upton Hall. General admission tickets are $15. High school students with ID will be admitted for free. Tickets can be purchased through the Rockwell Hall Performing Arts Center Box Office. h/c access, $ | ||
| Warren Enters Theatre in Upton Hall | ||
| 1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo NY | ||
| www.buffalostate.edu/theater/events.xml | ||
| (716) 878-3005 | ||
| 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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