Born Buffalo

Textile Curiosities
2023-11-25 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Textile Curiosities
Step into a world where art and nature converge in a display of faux-taxidermy moth and butterfly sculptures. Aleah Ford, known as “Moth On The Wall,” invites you to experience the enchanting realm of these ephemeral creatures through her meticulously crafted works. In this exhibition, Aleah’s sculptures come to life using textiles, wire, faux fur, clay, and flocking. The sculptures are presented within shadow boxes, reminiscent of Victorian curiosity cabinets, inviting viewers to step back in time to an era of exploration and discovery. Each box offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of the Lepidoptera.

WELLNESS WALKS
2023-10-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Tifft Nature Preserve, 1200 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
WELLNESS WALKS PRESENTED BY INDEPENDENT HEALTH
OCTOBER 5 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Drop by Tifft Nature Preserve every Thursday and join us for a casual volunteer-led tour of the Preserve.
Presented by Independent Health.
Age: All ages
Cost: FREE. $3 donation per person requested.
Please call 716-825-6397 to confirm walk will be taking place.

Feed The Fish!
2023-09-30 09:30 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Feed the Fish
Gardens Exclusive
9:30am, Select Dates
Adults & Students ages 13 and up – $20.00 Admission is included!
Kids ages 3-12 – $15.00 Admission is included!
Kids 2 and under free but must have a ticket
Member discount does not apply for this special event
Get up close and personal with our family of koi fish with this unique Gardens Exclusive! Enjoy early access to the Botanical Gardens before we open to the public with a special learning experience that’s fun for all ages. Each participant receives a cup of koi fish food and time to help feed our fishy friends! Regular admission for the day is included, so you can explore the conservatory after the feeding! This special encounter is limited to 15 people per experience. All tickets must be purchased ahead of time online. Every person must have a ticket! Member discounts, promotional discounts, and guest passes do not apply.
Masks -Masks are not required at the Buffalo Botanical Gardens. Please be considerate of others’ health and safety when visiting the Botanical Gardens. Keep your distance from others, stay home if you are sick and wear a mask if it makes you feel most comfortable.
Thank you for helping us create the safest environment possible!

Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy
2023-12-27 19:00 | Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, 14201, United States
Outback Presents
Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Kleinhans Music Hall
About Joe Gatto
Joe Gatto is a comedian best known from the hit TV shows “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index.” He has toured with the Jokers live comedy show to sold-out crowds across the world, including legendary arenas, such as Madison Square Garden in New York and the O2 Arena in London. Currently, Joe tours with his stand-up solo show “Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy” in sold out theaters across the United States. Joe is passionate about supporting anti-bullying organizations and animal rescue initiatives. He happily advocates for the “Adopt, Don’t Shop” movement with his non profit Gatto Pups and Friends which operates on Long Island, NY catering to mainly senior and disabled pups. Joe also hosts a popular comedy podcast called “Two Cool Moms” on the iHeart Radio Podcast Network where he and his co-host dispenses sage motherly advice to fans who write in with their dilemmas. He also lives his life by a code of pastry and family, loving his wife, two children and cannoli.

Sabres vs. Bruins
2023-12-27 19:00 | KeyBank Center, 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
December 27, 2023
Sabres vs. Bruins
For more information go to https://www.nhl.com/sabres

Poinsettias After Dark: Dimensions
2023-11-25 17:00 - 21:00 | Botanical Gardens, 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14218-1526, United States
Poinsettias After Dark: Dimensions
The sparkling lights of the holidays are bringing a whole new dimension to this year’s Poinsettia Exhibit! Join us for a very special edition of Gardens After Dark as we illuminate our Poinsettia Exhibit like never before! Be mesmerized by the vibrant plant-life under shimmering lights as hundreds of reflective surfaces transport you to an entirely different dimension.
This year’s Poinsettia Exhibit will feature a brand-new installation called Dimensions. These displays feature large reflective orbs and mirrors and explore how reflections of our own world can cause us to view familiar objects and shapes in entirely new ways. We hope the experience of stepping into a conservatory full of new dimensions is as exhilarating to our visitors as it is for our team.
Our mirrored displays offer never before seen angles of our spaces. This opportunity to see our gardens from a brand new perspective is one you wont’ want to miss. Experience this exhibit daily during our Poinsettia Exhibit. The beautiful world of flowers is sure to enchant you this holiday season.
This year the Poinsettia Exhibit will not feature a train display by the Western New York Garden Railway Society. As we reimagine our living museum, our exhibits and plan for our future expansion, we want to be able to bring a garden railway display to our visitors that is full of wonder and enhances our mission of deepening the connection between people and plants. We hope to bring this popular display back in future years in a new and exciting way.

SOLAR ECLIPSE SAFETY TRAINING
2023-12-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NY, 14211, United States
SOLAR ECLIPSE SAFETY TRAINING
DECEMBER 27 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
The April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse is coming in a few short months! A total solar eclipse is an extremely rare and special event. Our communities will need as many trained volunteers as possible when the eclipse arrives. This hands-on workshop will teach you how to view the eclipse without the danger of damaging the eyes or affecting vision. We will discuss how the eclipse will unfold in detail so that you can guide others as to what to expect and how to prepare. A variety of safe eclipse viewing methods will be explained and demonstrated. No preregistration necessary, seats will be available until capacity is reached.
Recommended for ages 12+
FREE with admission

COLLECTIONS LIVE: GEOLOGY WITH JOE
2023-12-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NY, 14211, United States
COLLECTIONS LIVE: GEOLOGY WITH JOE
DECEMBER 6 @ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Collections Live: Geology with Joe is every Wednesday from 11am to 2pm on the Museum’s third floor. Bring your mystery rocks and fossils and learn how to identify and catalog your collection.
All Ages
For all Collections Live programs no pre-registration is required, activity is ongoing, included with Museum admission, and free for members. Due to staff availability, times and themes for Collections Live may be subject to change or cancellation. If interested in a specific program, please check our website, or call ahead for any updates.

PLANETARIUM SHOWS
2023-12-27 10:30 - 11:15 | Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway, Buffalo, NY, 14211, United States
PLANETARIUM SHOWS
DECEMBER 27 @ 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Join us on a tour of the skies over the Queen City and beyond. From solar and lunar eclipses to the vast expanse of space, this program gives people of all ages the chance to ask questions and guide the program for a unique experience each time. Please call x394 for Accessibility information.
All Ages
$15 per person; members receive 10% off

Wild Winter Nights
2023-12-01 10:00 - 19:30 | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Wild Winter Nights with extended Buffalo Zoo hours.
Come early to see the animals and stay for the holiday cheer! Stroll the Zoo’s holiday decorations, catch a ride on our Happy Holidays Express Train, and indulge in warm winter treats including a hot cocoa bar and s’mores.
Wild Winter Nights will run every Friday and Saturday night from November 24th through December 30th. Last admission will be sold 6:30pm with grounds closing at 7:30pm. Extra Wild Winter Nights will take place from December 26th – 28th during the Christmas break.
Admission to Wild Winter Nights is included with your Zoo admission or with your Buffalo Zoo Membership. Some of your animal friends are not guaranteed to be on exhibit due to weather constraints.

Annie
2023-12-23 19:00, 2023-12-23 13:00, 2023-12-22 19:00, 2023-12-22 13:00 | Shea’s Buffalo Theatre, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Annie
Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production – just as you remember it and just when we need it most.
Annie, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.
“One of the best family musicals ever penned!” Chicago Tribune
“An Incredibly rich and affecting story” The Guardian
“Loveable, Charming and Gutsy” The New York Times
“GREAT is the world” – ABC
“Overflowing! BIG, warm-hearted and funny!” New York Post

Sister’s Christmas Catechism
2023-12-22 19:30 | Shea’s 710 Theater, 710 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States

FemmeFest: A Birthday Jam
2023-12-22 19:00 | Buffalo Iron Works, 49 Illinois St, Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Welcome to FemmeFest: A Birthday Jam.
Join SMAC!, Blaised and Confused, Diyené, and Tsavo Highway in the night to remember on Friday December 22nd, 2023!
Aren’t you tired of every party in December being dedicated to Christmas, especially if your birthday lands in the same month? Well, you’re in for a treat, because this is not another Christmas Party. Our showcasing bands are all Femme-Led and better than that we are all coming together to celebrate our birthdays in the best way we know how. A live concert.
So if you’re born in December come down and get a drink voucher, have a cupcake, and party with us all night long.
About the bands:
Tsavo Highway
Formed just over a year ago, Tsavo Highway is a dynamic rock/jam band that calls Western New York their musical home. Led by the soulful vocals of Emily Scripps, the band brings a humble yet electrifying presence to the stage. The mesmerizing guitar talents of Christian Dobosiewicz and Peter Kern, along with the solid rhythm foundation provided by Brian Calisto on the bass and Dan Keegan on drums, create an unforgettable sonic experience. From intimate venues to larger stages, Tsavo Highway’s genuine passion for music shines through every note they play, leaving audiences captivated by their raw talent and heartfelt performances.
Diyené
Based in Buffalo, NY, Diyené is a pop and soul fusion band that’s been making waves in the local music scene. The band’s unique sound features a heavy focus on heartfelt lyrics and catchy hooks showcased through powerful performances and undeniable energy.
Their Tag line “Good Music Finds A Way” encapsulates their belief that no matter the obstacle, music has the power to connect people and bring them together.
Led by vocalist and lyricist Danielle A. Johnson and bassist Nick Myers, the band features: Mike Cassidy on Guitar, Eric Matlock on the keys, and Marc Thomas on the drums. Diyené has performed at local venues like Buffalo Iron Works, Town Ballroom, The Cave, and recently made The Buffalo News for their performance in the Music Is Art Festival.
Blaised And Confused
Guided by the dynamic duo Blaise Mercedes and Oscar Woodrich, Blaised and Confused proudly showcases a seven-year musical partnership that has flourished into a captivating fusion of influences. Their sonic expedition, characterized by potent vocals and intricate guitar work, channels the unbridled energy of rock, soulful richness of jazz, and the infectious grooves of funk. The band’s distinctive sound finds additional depth and dimension with the contributions of saxophonist Cat Poczciwinski, bassist Malachi Fibonacci, and drummer Alex Chambers. Together, they create an eclectic musical experience that promises to empower all audiences.
SMAC!
Jazzy. Soulful. Powerful. Those are the words fans use to describe the Buffalo-based supergroup Smac! Directed by singer-songwriter Maegan Jones, and multi-instrumentalist Oscar Woodrich, Smac! is ready to take the musical world by storm with Maegan’s majestic vocals and Oscar’s groovy guitar licks. The group is aided by master horn player John Troy, outstanding bassist Nate Kalintz, and expert drummer Manny Cupeles. With a little bit of funk, jazz and friendship – Smac! will bring a new revolution driven by love and art.
BUFFALO IRON WORKS:
Doors at 7/ Live music at 813 presale/ 17 Doors
All December birthdays 21+ eligible for a drink ticket for $4 dollars off any drink of choice. 18+

THE GREAT BLUESKY REVIVAL
2023-12-22 19:00 | Town Ballroom, 681 Main St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
THE GREAT BLUESKY REVIVAL
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22
Doors: 7pm
$20 to $500
Town Ballroom
The Great Bluesky Revival
Ages 12+, Minors under 16 must be accompanied by a parent
Government Issued ID Required
