Built on Dough: Buffalo’s Local Pizza Scene
Built on Dough: Buffalo’s Local Pizza Scene Why Pizza is a Big Deal in Buffalo Pizza in Buffalo isn't just something people eat - it's something people argue about, grow…
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The Replacements Perform 1st Time in Buffalo
https://youtube.com/shorts/LOR6JRogHu4?si=8UvjyO_ciBaowrv7 #OnThisDay In 1984, The Replacements perform at former venue Pastimes Lounge at 491 Grant St. This was The Replacements first time performing in Buffalo, performing their only other show…
Buffalo’s Growing Vinyl Scene: Shops, Collectors & Hidden Gems
Buffalo’s Growing Vinyl Scene: Shops, Collectors & Hidden Gems Vinyl records have made a huge comeback over the last decade, becoming one of the fastest-growing segments in the music industry.…
The Prospect Reservoir is completed
https://youtube.com/shorts/joXkURg4gq0?si=AwMd6Hw_Hcnforlc #OnThisDay In 1851, The Prospect Reservoir is completed. Built on Prospect Hill, the reservoir served as Buffalo's primary source for drinking water for years. It served as the main…
Niagara St. Methodist Episcopal Church is dedicated
https://youtube.com/shorts/KGJVvyIL4-U?si=Q11YcK9Npr3uWt5W #OnThisDay In 1858, Niagara St. Methodist Episcopal Church is dedicated. The church was later adjoined to William Fargo's mansion, of Wells Fargo, between Franklin and Pearl Street on Niagara.…
Buffalo is pummeled by snowstorms
https://youtube.com/shorts/lkk7ACRWT6s?si=VBfOtMllDYH7kP-9 #OnThisDay In 2014, Buffalo is pummeled by snowstorms beginning the morning of the 17th and lasting until the 20th. The series of blizzards was nicknamed "Snowvember" not long after.…
“Green Lightning” by Billie Lawless is dedicated at the Elm-Oak Arterial
https://youtube.com/shorts/MBm_waP1Bwc?si=buGNdgfvlaH9XNBb #OnThisDay In 1984, "Green Lightning" by Billie Lawless is dedicated at the Elm-Oak Arterial. The sculpture was initially met with controversy due to the subject of the piece being…
Metallica performs at HSBC Arena
https://youtube.com/shorts/pgJ6-lC3Fj8?si=ntEYV8-CF9FGf-nl #OnThisDay In 2009, Metallica performs at HSBC Arena as part of their World Magnetic Tour. It was Metallica's 11th show in Buffalo and their first time back since 2004,…
The Eastern Hills Mall opens
https://youtube.com/shorts/-3Auw-bYMK4?si=eNw38gPntBBByVC7 #OnThisDay In 1971, The Eastern Hills Mall opens. When the mall intially opened, it was anchored by former local retail giants AM&A's, Jenss, Woolworth's and Hengerer's, as well as…
In 1993, Barbra Kavanaugh is elected to Buffalo Common Council, its first openly gay member
https://youtube.com/shorts/dWCZdkYfyAQ?si=XxjxCiPlXQU6csFA #OnThisDay In 1993, Barbra Kavanaugh is elected to Buffalo Common Council, becoming its first openly gay member. Kavanaugh dedicated her life to civil service in Buffalo and beyond, later…