NARFE will meet on Monday, April 16 and May 21 at 1:30pm, at the Harlem Road Community Center, 4255 Harlem Rd. All current and retired Federal employees are invited. A representative from Gilda's Club will speak at the April meeting; refreshments will be served. Please contact Ann Converso with any questions, (716) 337-3570. 4255 Harlem Road, Amherst, NY 14226 View Website
CHIAVETTA'S CHICKEN
Please help support our local
VFW Post #9249
Three Dates to choose from;
Wednesday May 9th, 16th and 23rd
3pm to 7pm or Gone!
Take-Out or Dine with us under our Pavilion
Pre-sale tickets available and encouraged!
Dinner price is $8.00
Includes; Chicken, Salad, Potato Salad, Dinner Roll and butter.
For pre-sale tickets, please stop by the post!
2121 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island
773-6343 2121 Grand Island Blvd, Grand Island, NY 14072
These one hour talks are quiet, reverent, upholding the life and teachings of Jesus. Come learn how you can have a living relationship with the living God. Come find rest and peace for your soul. Free to all. 8455 Clarence Center Rd., Clarence Center, NY 14032
Join Tifft volunteers for a leisurely outdoor nature walk. This drop-in program runs all year. 10AM-12PM.
$2 donation per person suggested.
1200 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY 14203 View Website
This year's theme for the retreat is Extreme Makeover - Spiritual Edition. Speaker and musician, Cheri Taylor, will highlight the sessions. The weekend includes lodging, meals, 4 sessions,choice of various workshops, silent auction, fellowship, and fun. Price for the whole weekend is $129, but you can choose to come for one session or more starting at just $6 per lady. open to the public for ladies 16 and up. call 716-353-8555 to register. Hazelmiere Road at lime Lake, Machias, NY 14101
Rain or shine. In case of inclement weather, the flea market will be moved inside of the church. All proceeds from this event help to fund summer camp scholarships. 822-7925 520 North Legion Dr, BUFFALO, NY 14210 View Website
Western New York Romance Writers Open House, 11-1, Community Room of Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph's Campus. Meet our members, enjoy pastries, learn about romance writing and the WNYRW. More info at http://wnyrw.org. 2605 Harlem Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14225 View Website
WE are unique 100% of proceeds raised from the following... Chinese Auction,LIVE AUCTION 2pm,Annual Cookout,Electric "PINK" Golf Cart Raffle,Akron's own Wine Trail,Kutter's Cheese Tastings,Sweet Melody's, and our EXCLUSIVE "Pink" Hanging Baskets are DONATED to WNY Resource Center at Roswell Park. Also, face painting & crafters! Fighting Breast Cancer the best way we know how.. Together!
6820 Cedar Street, Akron, NY 14001 View Website
Held in the Yates Park Recreation Building at Green Lake in Orchard Park. You need not be present to win. Drawing at 1 P.M. Come join the fun and stick around for the 7th annual "Art Rocks the Park". Thank You for your support. 200 North Lake Drive Yates Park/ Green Lake, Orchard Park, NY 14127
Free admission
The Allan Herschell Companies were an important part of the local economy and community in the 19th and 20th centuries. Celebrate the carrousel's legacy in the Tonawandas by learning about the artistry and engineering of these beautiful historic machines. Tour the museum's exhibits of antique carrousel animals, see woodcarvers at work, hear the familiar strains of the band organ, and take a ride on the 1916 #1 Special carrousel. In celebration of New York Heritage Weekend the museum is offering free admission to all visitors and a variety of fun craft activities for kids inspired by the carrousel and other Herschell rides. Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum 180 Thompson Street, North Tonawanda, NY 14120 View Website
ANNUAL HAM DINNER with all the trimmings including dessert at S. Wales Presbyterian Church, 2532 Emery Rd, S. Wales, NY on Saturday, MAY 19th from 4pm-7pm. EAT IN or TAKE OUT. Adults: $10.00, Children: $8.00 and under 3yr-free. Contact Pete or Barb at 937-7039 for additional information. 2532 Emery Rd, S. Wales, NY 14139
You wont believe the fun youll have when you visit Cattaraugus County and the Seneca Nation of Indians on May 19-20, 2012, 10am-5pm, for the ultimate artistic roadtrip Routes to Art. Traveling from studio to studio, youll get an unprecedented look at 45 artists creating, imagining, and selling their wares. So take a break from yard work and follow the back roads, try that little diner, pop into an antique store, witness creativity, and see our beautiful region through the fresh eyes of a tourist. Produced by the Cattaraugus County Arts Council. Visit routestoart.com for more information or to request a brochure. 100 W Main St., Allegany, NY 14706 View Website
Buffalo, NY A Childrens Fair will be hosted on May 19th 2012 from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM at
Westminster Early Childhood Programs at the Westminster Presbyterian Church at 724 Delaware
Avenue in Buffalo. The Childrens Fair is an annual event which includes rides, games, food, and fun
specifically designed for the toddlers and preschoolers and their families. All games, rides, and food
items range in price from 1- 3 dollars.
The fair includes carnival rides and games to keep the little guys engaged, including a train, swings, a ring toss, and a tricycle obstacle course, with fun and easy prizes to win. In addition, face painting, a raffle with thousands of dollars worth of prizes to win, and two bounce houses, one for toddlers and one for big kids (i.e. 4-5 year olds) will be featured.
Snacks, lunch food, and delicious baked goods will also be available for purchase. All fair proceeds
directly support Westminster Early Childhood Programs and help to offset costs associated with
providing quality care and learning experiences for children.
The Childrens Fair is open to all members of the community and provides young children the
unforgettable experience of enjoying a carnival designed specifically for them. Parking is available in the
nearby parking lots of the Community Task Group, Red Cross, and United Way buildings. More
information can be found at http://www.facebook.com/WECPfair or by calling 884-9438
724 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14216
Please come on out to the Elma Town Park for the first ever Food Truck and Market Event - 12noon - 3pm on Saturday, May 19th. Vendors will include local food trucks, farmer's market vendors, and home sales vendors. All are welcome - open to the public. No admission fee. Elma Town Park on Bowen Road, Elma, NY 14059 View Website
Annual Yard and Bake Sale - Bills items raffle! Hot dog lunch. Something for everyone - proceeds benefit Lutheran World Hunger Appeal. Abiding Savior Lutheran Church 1534 Ruie Road, North Tonawanda, NY 14120
Please help support our Girls Softball Team by dropping of your returnable clean empty bottles or cans. Drop off is at The Eldridge Club, 17 Broad Street, City of Tonawanda, NY from 8:00 am - 11:00 am. Your contribution & help is appreciated! Thank you. 17 Broad Street, City of Tonawanda, NY 14150
Come see Mr. No the clown on Sat and Sun featuring your choice of balloon sculptured art and its all FREE to the public.
Hammerl Amusements has rides for all age groups like the RAIDERS (which is a 3 story, Indiana Jones adventure course) and the DIZZY DRAGON (our newest spin ride for kids and adults) for the teens we have
THE ROUND-UP & THE DOWNDRAFT and much more!
There will be lots of fun interactive games for the whole family!
Most of our games are winner every time so no one goes home unhappy!
We have lots of great food vendors, including all your summertime favorites like hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, tacos, ice-cream, cotton candy, candy Northtown Plaza 3097 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY 14226
The Childrens Fair is an annual event open to the public which includes rides, games, food, and fun specifically designed for the toddlers and preschoolers and their families. The fair also has carnival games including a ring toss, and a tricycle obstacle course, with fun and easy prizes to win. In addition, face painting, a raffle with thousands of dollars worth of prizes to win, and two bounce houses, one for toddlers and one for big kids (i.e. 4-5 year olds) will be featured. All games, rides, and food items range in price from 1- 3 dollars. Parking is available in the nearby parking lots of the Community Task Group, Red Cross, and United Way buildings. For more information, please contact WECP at 884-9438. 724 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY 14209 View Website
http://www.caninehelpers.org.au .
Saturday, May 19 Noon - 4:00 PM
Phoenix UCC, 1280 N. French Rd. Amherst
Theme Basket Raffle
Grilled Sahlens Hotdogs throughout the day
Baked Goods Sale
12:30 Canine Helpers Information and Dog Demonstration
1:30 - 2:30 Strike the Rock, a Contemporary Christian band from St. Peters UCC, perform
3:00 Canine Helpers Information and Dog Demonstration
phone 716-713-6370 for more information or check out Facebook page Phoenix United Church of Christ
1280 N. French Rd, Amherst, NY 14228
Doors open at 12pm Drawing at 7pm
All you can eat spaghetti dinner $10 adult/$5 ages 4-10/Free ages 3 and under
Auction Tickets 25 chances per sheet
$5 per sheet or 5 sheets for $20
Large items include Electric Guitar, Keyboard, Car Seat, Childs handmade picnic table, Flat screen TV and more........ 752 East Market Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14304
The Western New York Genealogical Society is hosting, "Using Genetic Genealogy to Explore Your Ancestry" presented by Dr. Blaine Bettinger. Dr Bettinger will show us how to combine traditional genealogical research with the new DNA technologies. Discover which DNA test to take, what you can learn from the tests and what the results mean. Coffee, tea and a light dessert will be provided. A bag lunch is an excellent idea as attendees then will have more opportunity to talk genealogy and compare notes. All are welcome. 1080 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14209 View Website
Cystic Fibrosis Great Stride Walk
Tonawanda Veteran's Park
Check in begins at 10:00 am
Walk begins at 11:00 am
Donations www.cff.org
baskets - 50/50 - kiddie clown & crafts hotdogs Veteran\'s Park Niagara Street, City of Tonawanda , ny 14150
Browse for new treasures during our 3rd Annual Community Yard Sale at our outdoor track-rain or shine, on Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 535 Belmont Avenue, Kenmore, NY 14223 View Website
Free admission
Speaker: Charles Proefrock, President, Carousel Society of the Niagara Frontier
Free
Fewer than 150 hand-carved carrousels exist today in the United States. Preservation of these treasures is of national concern, and the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum has been working for more than a decade to restore its historic 1916 carrousel. Find out how our antique wooden animals are lovingly returned to their original condition in this special lecture and behind-the-scenes tour. Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum 180 Thompson Street, North Tonawanda, NY 14120 View Website
Each dinner includes 1/2 BBQ chicken, potato salad or baked potato, chef salad, roll w/butter, and dessert. Dinners are $9.00 each. 2470 Niagara Rd., Niagara Falls/Wheatfield, NY 14304
Looking for a fun way to get outside with the family this spring? Join Friends of Tifft for a scavenger hunt around the marsh! Learn about the animals that call Tiffts marsh home. 2-4PM. $3 per person; $10 maximum per family. Free for FOT members. 1200 Fuhrmann Blvd., Buffalo, NY 14203 View Website
May 20, from noon to 4PM we are having a food drive for the Food Bank of WNY. This event will be somewhat unique as it involves 3 organizations. The Cheektowaga Senior Center, Cheektowaga Caboose Museum and the Church of God an International Association. The centerpiece for the day is to see what is happening at the caboose museum, which s in the process of adding more displays and items of interest.It would help us many ways if you could cover our progress with this museum and its upcoming events. I want to add that Those who donate food for this food drive will receive a chance to win an HO scale train set. we will raffle off to benefit the museum and its future displays. Admission is free additional tickets for the train set can be purchased. 3329 Broadway Cheektowaga, Cheektowaga, NY 14227
Adoption/ Fund Raiser 5/20 at the Wear House 2395 Maple Road. 12-4pm. Free Spin of the wheel with $1 donation and this notice. 2395 Maple Rd., Williamsville, NY 14221
Come see Mr. No the clown on Sat and Sun featuring your choice of balloon sculptured art and its all FREE to the public.
Hammerl Amusements has rides for all age groups like the
RAIDERS (which is a 3 story, Indiana Jones adventure course) and the
DIZZY DRAGON (our newest spin ride for kids and adults) for the teens we have
THE ROUND-UP & THE DOWNDRAFT and much more!
There will be lots of fun interactive games for the whole family!
Most of our games are winner every time so no one goes home unhappy!
We have lots of great food vendors, including all your summertime favorites like hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, tacos, ice-cream, cotton candy, candy Northtown Plaza 3097 Sheridan Drive, Amherst, NY 14226
Teams Dirks Bark For Life and No Quit are co-hosting the 2nd Annual Pig Roast & Vendor/Craft Fair to benefit the American Cancer Societys Relay For Life of Lockport. The Pig Roast 5666 S. Transit Rd, Lockport, NY 14094
A 5K (3.1 mile) walk to remember loved ones no longer with us and honor our current and future Hospice patients. Registration & celebration picnic held at the Erie Canal Harbor Central Wharf. Over 3,000 walkers are expected for this year's Walk. Presented by Wegmans. 1 Marine Drive, Buffalo, NY 14202 View Website
Handcrafted bowls made by local students, teachers and local artists will be sold to benefit the Food Bank of Western New York and Friends of Night People at Buffalo State Colleges ninth annual Empty Bowls event.
After a bowl is selected, guests are invited to share a simple meal. The decorated bowls serve as a reminder of all the hunger and empty bowls around the world. Admission is free and bowls range in price from $5 to $10. 1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222 View Website
Erie County Legislator Joseph Lorigo will host a Hot Dog Roast Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 20 at Explore and More Childrens Museum, 300 Gleed Ave., East Aurora. The fundraiser is held during Explore and Mores popular Touch-A-Truck event.
For additional information, visit the website www.exploreandmore.org.
To contact Legislator Lorigo, please call 858-8922 or email joseph.lorigo@erie.gov.
300 Gleed Ave., East Aurora, NY 14052 View Website
The Lancaster Historical Society will be holding a museum re-dedication on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the opening of the museum. It will be held @ 2:00 pm Sunday, May 20 at the museum at 40 Clark St., Lancaster. All are welcome to attend. 40 Clark St, Lancasater, NY 14086
ASD: Improve Challenging Behavior
Date: Monday, May 21, 2012
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location:Parent Network of WNY
1000Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
In this workshop participants will learn strategies for understanding and improving the behavioral challenges of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in their homes and community settings. Walk away with tips to make a positive change. 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/WorkshopRegistration 1000 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14202 View Website
Free and open to the public.
With Patrick Allaire and Keith Shottman from Allaire Financial Strategies.
This workshop includes discussion of the advantages of planning as technology, inflaiton, longevity, health, and knowledge change in the future. 350 Saratoga Rd., Amherst, NY 14226 View Website
Celebrate Spring! A small standard flower show by Amherst Garden Club will be presented from 1pm to 4pm at St. John's Lutheran Church Community Room, 6540 Main Street, Williamsville, NY. The event is free and open to the public. 6540 Main Street, Williamsville, NY 14221
Williamsville, NY At 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 23, Emeritus at Bassett Park Manor will be hosting a free informative presentation on the fire service in Amherst. Volunteer members of the East Amherst Fire Department will aim to educate attendees on the background of the organization, overview of the EMS system in the town of Amherst, what to do in a carbon monoxide emergency, new and improved fire service tools and equipment and a question and answer session.
Emeritus at Bassett Park Manor is located at 111 St. Gregory Court and interested attendants are asked to RSVP to 716-689-2394. Refreshments will also be provided.
111 St. Gregory Court, Williamsville, NY 14221
Erie County Legislator Lynne Dixon will host a District Outreach from 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, May 23 at Blasdell Village Hall, 121 Miriam Ave., Blasdell
Legislator Dixon and her staff will also be available to discuss any concerns about local and county issues and answer questions related to the budget, road projects, services and other items. Information concerning Senior Services, Social Services, Veteran Affairs, the County Clerks office and other County departments will also be available. Request forms to order an $8 Radon Test Kit through the county will also be available.
Legislator Dixon is also available to meet with residents by appointment. To schedule a meeting, please call (716) 858-8671 or email lynne.dixon@erie.gov.
121 Miriam Ave., Blasdell, NY 14219 View Website
WNY professionals from many different area agencies that specialize in services for people with developmental disabilities will be on hand to provide guidance, literature, and general information. The conference is the largest one of its kind in the United States. 28 one-hour workshops are planned. Keynote speaker will be Zach Anner, Kenmore native from Oprah Winfrey OWN Network show 'Rollin' with Zach." 101 Old Falls St., Niagara Falls, NY 14303 View Website
All Creatures Animal Hospital is holding a fundraiser for the Pet Emergency Fund. On Thursday May 24, 2012 we will be joining with our community to raise money for the animal assistance organization that helps defray the cost of emergency veterinary care for owners unable to meet the expense of the services.
Our fundraiser with consist of a Chinese Auction and 50/50 raffle with an invitation to join us for refreshments and baked goods on the evening of the drawing. All baskets with be displayed starting May 10, 2010 and continue through the night of the auction. 6429 Transit Road, East Amherst, NY 14051 View Website
http://www.ddday.org/
The DD Day website is now equipped to begin taking registrations via web, or with visitors downloading printable registration forms, and/or workshop descriptions.
Thursday, May 24, 2012 - 8 am to 6 pm.
The Conference Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls Street Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Registration Karen Keyes(716) 505-5830 x5245
Karen.Keyes@aspirewny.org
101 Old Falls St., Niagara Falls, NY 14303 View Website
Prof. Timothy Madigan will review Amanda Foreman's recent book "A World on Fire: Britain's Crucial Role in the American Civil War" and the diplomatic relationship between Britain and the rival Abraham Lincoln & Jefferson Davis governments.
Free. Open to the Public. Parking across from the museum. 4o clark st, lancaster, ny 14806 View Website
The Nurtured Heart Approach to Challenging Behavior
Date: Thursdays, May 24, May 31, June 7 and June 14, 2012.
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Baker Victory Day School
777 Ridge Road
Lackawanna, NY 14218
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!
To register by email at smahon@eriemha.org or by phone at 886-1242 ext. 317 777 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY 14218 View Website
BRIGHTEN YOUR GARDEN WHILE BENEFITING WILDLIFE during Hawk Creek Wildlife Centers annual Spring Perennial Plant Sale! Gardeners will be tickled pink to take advantage of the great selection of beautiful perennials and annuals for sale at affordable prices. All proceeds benefit the nonprofit mission and animals of Hawk Creek Wildlife Center. Special guided tours of the Wildlife Center will be available on May 26 and May 28 for $5 per person. Dont miss this chance to see live owls, hawks, falcons, and wildcats up-close and in-person! 655 Luther Road, East Aurora, NY 14052 View Website
Learn to create business documents. Class includes instruction in headers, footers, columns, formatting tabs, newsletter columns, and tables. Completion of Introduction to Microsoft Word is required or previous knowledge/experience in Microsoft Word. This is a 3-hour class. To register, contact EOC Admissions at 716.849.6727 x500 465 Washington Street, Buffalo, NY 14203
Attention single guys and gals looking for love!!
You're invited to a Charity Speed Dating event!
DATE: Saturday May 26 from 4 until ??
PLACE: Flappy's on Seneca and Transit Rd in West Seneca (upstairs)
PRICE: $25/ticket (proceeds to benefit Andrew Mueller, who is battling multiple very serious illnesses and needs major surgery with no health insurance. Help is much appreciated!)
Whats the deal? Door prizes, 50/50, cash bar, food, and of course, SPEED DATING!
RULES
Must be between 25 and 55
Must be SINGLE (we don't want any drama)
Gay or straight, we don't hate!
Dress to IMPRESS - jeans are ok but class it up, peeps!
HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS :
Please email a pay pal payment to: benefit2012forandrew@gmail.com
BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR NAME and phone # in the notes. If you need help doing this, shoot us an email ahead of time and we will send you instructions.
Or
Contact us via email and we will arrange other payment on an individual basis.
You will receive your ticket and more info via email once payment is received.
Please email Renee and Tessa at benefit2012forandrew@gmail.com if you have any questions.
PLEASE share! If you're not single, you DEFINITELY know someone who is :)
We are capping ticket sales at 100, so get your money in!!
See you there! 5700 Seneca street, West Seneca , Ny 14224
In the wine world, there's one annual event we all wait for in anticipation; budburst. At FRC it's our signal of renewal and the endless possibilities for the season to come. Although by now the vines are in full bloom we figure we'll celebrate the start of a healthy season by throwing a party to highlight some of our new releases wines. All weekend long, we'll be serving up four new wines including the 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir, and the much anticipated 2010 The Rogue Pinot Noir, plus some summer inspired pizzas by our new Green Roof partners, AVella's Wood Fired Oven. No celebration seems complete without live music, so we've asked our favourite local musicians (Mosaik) to set the mood with some lively music on the Green Roof. We hope you'll join us!
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What's Happening: A casual tasting on the roof with AVella's Pizza sampling & Mosaik.
Date: Saturday, May 26 2727 Seventh Avenue, Jordan, ON L0R1S0 View Website
Williamsville, NY Emeritus Senior Living will be hosting a dog wash from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, May 26 at the corner of St. Gregory Court and Bassett Road across from Bassett Park. For a $5 donation, Emeritus employees and volunteers will wash and dry your four legged friends. Hot dogs and soda will also be sold as well as a basket raffle, with all proceeds going directly to the Alzheimer Association of WNY.
For any questions, call 716-689-2394 or stop by!
Locally, Emeritus Senior Living offers independent, assisted and memory care services out of 3 locations, Bassett Park Manor and Bassett Manor in Williamsville and Orchard Glen in Orchard Park.
Corner of Bassett Road and St. Gregory Court, Williamsville, NY 14221
One of the biggest horror and paranormal themed conventions in the Northeast! Celebrities, food, ghost hunts, lectures, movie screenings, music, tours and even a zombie walk! Held at the haunted and historic Buffalo Central Terminal. Stars include Leah Gibson from Twilight, James Winburn from Halloween, Tyler Mane from Halloween, Troy & X-Men, 495 Paderewski Dr , Buffalo, NY 14212 View Website