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Events for Tuesday, March 12, 2013



Art
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“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
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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
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Dance
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Lindy Fix
Thu. Jun 16 to Sun. Dec 31
Every Tuesday, 8-10 pm
Learn to Swing Dance
No partner necessary
Beginner lessons: 8-8:30 pm
Social Dance: 8:30-10 pm
Every Tuesday
All for $4.
Learn East Coast Swing, Lindy Hop,
Balboa, Charleston & Shag
www.SwingBuffalo.com
e-mail: SwingBuffalo@gmail.com
716-634-8874 h/c access, $
Polish Cadets Hall
927 Grant St.., Buffalo 14207
www.SwingBuffalo.com
716-634-8874
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Lindy Fix
Tue. Jan 22 to Tue. Sep 10
8-10 (or 11 w/ live band)
A weekly swing dance with a drop-in style
beginner
lesson from 8-8:30. No partner or exp. nec. Live
bands about once a month. h/c access, $
Polish Cadets Hall
927 Grant St., Buffalo 14207
LindyFix.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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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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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
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Museums / Exhibits
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Williamsville School District Art Show
Mon. Mar 11 to Tue. Mar 12
6:00pm
Opening reception both nights starting at 6:00pm. h/c access
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd. , Amherst 14228
www.bnhv.org
716-689-1440
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Music / Concerts
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Yale Russian Chorus Performance
Tue. Mar 12
Tuesday, Mar 12, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Concert by the Yale Russian Chorus to take place
on Tuesday evening, March 12, 2013 at 7pm at
Sst. Peter & Paul Orthodox Church, 45 Ideal St.
Buffalo, NY 14206.

Performances in the past have been held at the
White House, the Smithsonian, and the Russian
Cultural Center in Washington, D.C.; Carnegie
Hall, the Winter Garden, and St. Patrick's
Cathedral in Manhattan; and Holy Trinity
Orthodox Cathedral in Boston. The Yale Russian
Chorus has also gone on tour in Ukraine, Russia,
and throughout the United States, has recorded
two high profile CDs, has cultivated major events
such as the Slavic Choral Festival at Yale, and has
attracted the attention of the professional arts
media.

Tickets are available for purchase by sending a
check to:

Sst. Peter & Paul Orthodox Church, 44 Benzinger
St., Buffalo, NY 14206
For checks postmarked on or before March 1,
2013, tickets will be mailed to the purchaser.
Ticket purchases postmarked after March 1, 2013
will be held at the door. Early bird ticket
purchase $11/ticket. After March 3, 2013, ticket
purchase $15/ticket.

Tickets may also be purchased at the following
link:
http://www.peterandpauloca.com/yale-chorus
h/c access, $
Sst. Peter & Paul Orthodox Church Hall
45 Ideal St., Buffalo 14206
peterandpauloca.com/yale-chorus
716 893 0044
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Speakers / Lectures
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Mariam Ghani
Tue. Mar 12
Tuesday, 12:00-1:00 pm
As part of Buffalo State’s Year of the City, artist
Mariam Ghani will deliver a free lunchtime lecture
on March 12 from noon to 1:00 p.m. at the
Burchfield Penney Art Center Auditorium. Ghani is
a Brooklyn-based artist, writer, and teacher whose
research-based practice examines the
intersections among place, memory, history,
language, loss, and reconstruction. h/c access
Burchfield Penney Art Center
1300 Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo 14222
www.burchfieldpenney.org/
(716) 878-6011
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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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Nurtured Heart Approach to Challenging Behaviors
Tue. Mar 12

Have you tried everything you know and don't
know where to turn?  The Nurtured Heart
Approach is a powerful tool that will transform a
difficult child and build you up as a family
member or professional.  Participants will walk
away with strategies and tools to increase
success in all areas of life! For more information
or to register, call (716) 332-4170 or 1-866-
277-4762 toll free or go online:
http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/Workshops/W
orkshopRegistration h/c access
Children‘s Kastle
3966 Walden Ave., Lancaster 14086
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OPWDD Services and Resources
Tue. Mar 12

What is a developmental disability?  Participants
will gain an understanding of eligibility and the
admission process to the Office for People With
Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) system. 
Walk away with information about available
supports and services and updates about what's
new in this dynamic system. For more
information or to register, call (716) 332-4170 or
1-866-277-4762 toll free or go online:
http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/Workshops/W
orkshopRegistration h/c access
ECDC
3131 Sheridan Drive, Amherst 14226
866-277-4762
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Swing Dance Classes
Tue. Jan 22 to Tue. Sep 10
7pm-8pm
Scheduled classes held the hour before "Lindy Fix".
See website for class schedule/flyers. Registration
required. h/c access, $
Polish Cadets Hall
927 Grant St., Buffalo 14207
SwingBuffalo.com
See Map
 


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