Welcome to the brand new Step Out Buffalo Community Update Board for Buffalo & WNY – born out of a need to get live updates on the status of local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. This community update board will serve to provide Western New Yorkers with a central location for updates. Find out how businesses are adjusting their operating procedures, if they are offering new services, creating unique deals, hosting virtual classes or experiences and more while while adhering to guidelines set by the CDC.
Are you a local business or organization who wants to add an update? Add your community update here!
Step Out Buffalo Community Update Board for Buffalo & WNY
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Restaurant: Teton Kitchen – ElmwoodCome check out Teton Kitchen’s Elmwood location, now re-opened for outdoor and indoor dining! Here’s our menu for you to check out our appetizers, lunch and drink specials. Read more...
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Bz/Org: The Rusty Button ShopWe have your last minute, locally handmade gifts for the Bill’s fan in your life! The Rusty Button Shop is an artisan gallery. When the pandemic closed down our art festivals, I saw an opportunity to help myself as an Read more...
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Bz/Org: Buffalo Distilling CompanyBz/Org: Buffalo DistillingBuffalo Distilling Company is releasing a craft distilled spirit this Friday called “Mafia Sauce”, the first local spirit to celebrate the greatest football fans in the world! Mafia Sauce is a sports drink inspired spirit that is ready to Read more...
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Restaurant: Pizza Plant Italian Pub – CanalsideBz/Org: Pizza PlantPlayoffs?! Playoffs! Football and Pods always went together…now they are together! Order aead with one of the two awesome specials listed below so you’re ready for Saturday night! And don’t forget the beer! Call 632-0800 and place your advanced order Read more...
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Restaurant: Simply PierogiBz/Org: Sto Lat BarIf you’re looking for some delicious appetizers to enjoy for the game, consider ordering from Simply Pierogi & Sto Lat Bar! The GameDay App Basket is only $40 and includes all of the following: 10 Fried Pierogi Dippers 24 716-Ski Read more...
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Restaurant: Chrusciki Bakery – Transit RdBz/Org: Chrusciki BakeryPre-Order Your Game Day Treats! Now is our time! ️ Celebrate the Bills this weekend with some delicious game day treats. Choose from macarons, pastry hearts, brownies, & more! We are accepting orders until this Thursday 1/14 at midnight for Read more...
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Bz/Org: Clyde's Feed & Animal CenterYou’re invited! We are working with 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue to bring a special dog, Nala, a special puppy shower. 7 Hearts Maternity Rescue provides pregnant dogs, newly whelped litters, and orphaned pups a safe place to go, away from the stress and dangers Read more...
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Bz/Org: Becker FarmsLike a great love story, wine takes time to develop. The sun shines, the grapes ripen, the harvest begins. Symbolically satisfying, vineyards give a wedding a lush, immaculately groomed setting. For those who would like to raise a glass to Read more...
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Legislator Jeanne Vinal was sworn in January 2020 as Erie County Legislator for District 5, which contains about 75 percent of the Town of Amherst and includes Eggertsville, Snyder, the Village of Williamsville, Sweet Home, and parts of Getzville, Willow Read more...
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Second Generation Theatre (SGT) and Theatre of Youth (TOY) collaborate to bring to life ONCE UPON A TIME: An Interactive Digital Musical for children. While COVID-19 has kept audiences out of theatres everywhere for over 9 months, Buffalo theatres Read more...
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Shop for Plants Online for Curbside Pick Up In May! We will release more plants on the 15th of each month December 2020-March 2021 to the public. Members will get 24 hours of early access on the 14th of each Read more...
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The perfect choice for a ceremony that’s short and sweet! December 27 – 1 Spot Left 2021 Dates Just Added! January 23 February 14 March 20 April 24 $1,500 wedding package includes a 90 minute reservation at the Botanical Gardens, Read more...
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Restaurant: Mexico City – HamburgAuthentic Mexican Food for takeout, drive-thru, & delivery. Try our delicious birria tacos that are trending with consome soup to dip your tacos. We also have family taco packs. Thanks for supporting local ! Happy New Year 2021! Read more...
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Bz/Org: Performance Sports Physical TherapyPerformance Sports Physical Therapy, PC is a small, privately owned clinic that specializes in manual therapy and providing 1 on 1 individualized care. Now open at their new location at 1317 Harlem Rd Performance Sports Physical Therapy is now Read more...
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Let us help with your child care! Study & Play is a full-day program (half-day option) where your child will spend part of the day with our educators assisting with school assignments and facilitating educational programming. The second half of Read more...
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Restaurant: Inchin’s Bamboo GardenBz/Org: Inchin's Bamboo GardenNow open at 5415 Sheridan Drive in Williamsville!. Inchin’s Bamboo Garden Pan Asian Cuisine is excited to be expanding into the Buffalo area! We specialize in Indo Chinese food from Calcutta, but our menu has grown and expanded since its Read more...
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Bz/Org: Level Red BoxingLevel Red Boxing is Buffalo’s first boxing inspired group fitness studio. Heavy bag, kettle bell, core strength, and interval based workouts! Read more...
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Bz/Org: Buffalo ZooThe Buffalo Zoo is open seven days a week starting today through Thursday, December 31, 2020. The Zoo will be open daily from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. The Zoo began its winter hours on November 16, 2020, and Read more...
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Calling all Buffalo fans! We want to help you enjoy our games from the best seat in the house – your own! Enter our Tailgate from Home Sweepstakes before 1/15 to be the lucky winner of all the best gear Read more...
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Restaurant: Pizza Plant Italian Pub – TransitLooking to stay toasty this winter? Well we’ve got something for you! Pizza Plant 40th anniversary hoodies! Now on sale at our Williamsville location! Visit our market place for more information and other designs! https://www.pizzaplant.com/market-place – Read more...
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Restaurant: Simply PierogiBz/Org: Sto Lat BarSimply Pierogi is offering quick and convenient take-out options. Their storefront is still open for you to create your own Pierogi Bowls and Polish Platters Monday-Saturday. Online ordering is also available for pick up or delivery Read more...
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Restaurant: Rusty Nickel Brewing Co. – West SenecaWe offer 32 oz. Crowlers To-Go of our Beer, Cider, Mead, and our award-winning Bloody Mary’s! They all vary in price, but if you join our Crowler Club, customers can earn points for their purchases and redeem rewards, like free Read more...
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Bz/Org: Torn Space TheatreTorn Space continues to innovate despite a changing and unpredictable world. In 2020 we’ve released two personal auditory performances, Passage and Silence. We also presented the first live performance in Buffalo, Silence. No matter what comes in 2021, your support will go towards the Read more...
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Bz/Org: Olmsted Parks“Now, more than ever, Buffalo’s Olmsted Parks are the best places to go for fresh air with space to run, play and exercise. We need them to support our mental health as well as our physical wellbeing, to provide somewhere Read more...
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Bz/Org: Pita GourmetPita Gourmet is excited to bringing it’s Mediterranean/American flavor to the Southtowns at their brand new location at 3144 Orchard Park Road, Orchard Park, NY – opening Dec 7th! Fresh. Fast. Flavorful. Our food is fast, but it Read more...
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The Passport to the World Club, a local Western New York cooking program for children is pleased to announce the Holidays Around the World virtual cooking camp taking place throughout December. – Holidays Around the World offers children and their Read more...
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Bz/Org: Designing DishTake home a Designing Dish ornament pack including paints and firing for just $40! For more information visit designingdish.com! Read more...
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Best known for their assortment of pizzas, sports bar atmosphere and live entertainment, Santora’s Pizza Pub & Grill has officially opened its third restaurant location today at Walden Galleria in the 9,000 sq. ft. space across from The Cheesecake Factory. Read more...
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Restaurant: Mon Ami Cafe & BakeryMon Ami Café & Restaurant is opening its doors for dinner service. Grand Opening is on November 12th! – French American cuisine in the heart of downtown Buffalo! – See Full Menu HERE Make a reservation HERE Read more...
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Bz/Org: Parkside Community AssociationNovember 1st, we launched our 30-day KickStarter campaign to fund the creation of our Virtual Tour of Homes app! This app will ensure that we can carry on our great Parkside Tour of Homes regardless of any social distancing Read more...
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Bz/Org: Totally BuffaloA brand new locally-owned retail store is opening its doors in November – just in time for the Holiday shopping rush. The Totally Buffalo Store will be celebrating its grand opening on Saturday, November 13th on Sheridan Drive in Amherst. Read more...
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Restaurant: Pizza Plant Italian Pub – CanalsideBz/Org: Pizza PlantOur Canalside location is now open! Both of our locations are operating at 50% capacity. Please click here for all the details! Our Pumpkin Bread Pudding, Harvest Apple Salad, and Octoberfest Pod are also back on the menu this fall! Check them out Read more...
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Bz/Org: The Buffalo Musuem Of ScienceExtended through January 3, 2021! The Museum is currently open Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Now introducing our Golden Mummies of Egypt VIP Experience! Treat yourself to exclusive access to this world-class attraction before it leaves Buffalo. About The Exhibit Glittering gold Read more...
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Bz/Org: Torn Space TheatreIn this year of uncertainty, Torn Space has continued to deliver work unlike anything else produced in Buffalo and your support makes this possible. While the pandemic has had a huge impact on the cultural industry and nearly every Read more...
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Bz/Org: Designing DishWelcome to Designing Dish – A paint your own pottery studio, where everyone is creative! Whether you walk in, attend a special event or book your own party we know you will have more than a great experience creating with Read more...
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Bz/Org: Gateway LongviewGateway Longview, celebrating its 130th year of protecting, enriching and giving hope to the WNY community, is seeking individuals, businesses, universities, and church-groups to participate in their annual Adopt-An-Angel gift drive. Gateway Longview’s annual “Adopt-an-Angel” program partners with the community Read more...
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Bz/Org: Buffalo PlaceBuffalo Place Inc., in partnership with Buffalo Urban Development Corporation’s Queen City Pop Up Program, is delighted to announce the 2020 Shop Small ALL Season: Downtown Dollars Giveaway promotion. The objective of the program is to position Downtown Buffalo as Read more...
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Bz/Org: twenty6 productionstwenty6 productions is the brainchild of Josh Holtzman and Grace Vesneske, both of whom have over a decade of experience in the live music and event industry. Their vast knowledge has been acquired by owning and operating ventures such as Cobblestone Read more...
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Bz/Org: The Buffalo History MuseumThe Buffalo History Museum has opened a new exhibit in collaboration with Buffalo State College’s Patricia H. and Richard E. Garman Art Conservation Department. The exhibition, Fifty Years of Conservation of Cultural Heritage and Art in Western New York, displays Read more...
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Bz/Org: 43 NorthThe Erie County Back to Business Grant Program is a $20 million relief fund offering direct financial assistance to qualifying Erie County-based small businesses. The program aims to disburse funds to businesses with the greatest need while distributing aid to Read more...
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Bz/Org: Walden Galleria MallThe LEGO Group, one of the world’s best-known toy manufacturers, is thrilled to announce the official opening of the new LEGO® Store at Walden Galleria. The 2,300 sq. ft. store is now open, located on the lower level near Dick’s Read more...
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Bz/Org: RuthAnn BoutiqueBz/Org: RuthAnn BoutiqueRuthAnn Boutique is an upscale women’s clothing boutique located in Williamsville, New York now offering a virtual shopping experience on their new eCommerce store ruthann.shopsettings.com! – Owned by Lynette Thompson, RuthAnn is a woman-owned, local business passionate about bringing chic Read more...
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Bz/Org: National FuelThere are several indicators of natural gas leaks: Smell: Recognizing the odor – which is similar to rotten eggs. Sight: Seeing a white cloud, mist, fog, and bubbles in standing water or blowing dust. Sound: Hearing an unusual noise Read more...
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Bz/Org: Dr. KramerDr. Marshall Kramer has over 30 years of medical experience in multiple specialities that include both Thoracic & Cardiovascular surgery, as well as research and teaching positions in the top medical schools in the world. Dr. Kramer has begun to Read more...
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Bz/Org: Wingate by Wyndham EllicottvilleLooking for the perfect fall adventure with your family or friends? Check out Ellication, Ellicottville’s Fall Festivity. – After your check-in to the Wingate in town, grab dinner at one of the fantastic local restaurants Ellicottville has to offer. When Read more...
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Bz/Org: The Rusty Button ShopThe Rusty Button Shop Of East Aurora is now open at 650 Main St. in East Aurora, NY. The Rusty Button Shop offers an outlet for local artists all year round featuring one of a kind pieces all from Read more...
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Bz/Org: Olmsted ParksIntroducing YPOP! Throughout the six-month program, YPOP will provide opportunities to gain greater appreciation for Buffalo’s Olmsted parks and green spaces; learn about the Conservancy’s work and purpose through direct access to staff, members of the Board of Trustees, and Read more...
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Bz/Org: Badding Bros Farm Market and Garden CenterYour favorite Badding Bros Farm workshops are now available in take home form with their Fall Make & Take Kits. Orders are available for pickup weekdays between 4:00-7:00. Add a bottle of wine to your cart and you have the Read more...
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Bz/Org: Escape NiagaraNiagara’s Largest and Buffalo’s newest Escape Complex is back open with bookings available for all 4 of their rooms – including the new Kids Impossible Mission room – the FIRST kids only escape room!! – Adventure experiences include Al Capone’s Read more...
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Bz/Org: Old Fort NiagaraOld Fort Niagara is pleased to announce that it will reopen to visitors this Friday, July 3, following its 15-week closure due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Daily hours of operation have been shortened slightly from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Read more...
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Bz/Org: Becker FarmsThe Cabins at Becker Farms consist of just 10 eco-friendly cabins nestled in between the vineyard and orchards. Lodging is reopening after a long winter on memorial weekend to just 10 families or couples at a time for a chance Read more...
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Bz/Org: AVA CollectiveWe’re bringing the pop-up to you this summer! Introducing the Love Your Locals Box – A collection of curated goods from the vendors we love! The Large Box contains: Alpine Made ∙ Goat Milk Soap ARW ∙ Coupon Read more...
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Join us for lunch on the patio with a new menu every week! Tuesday and Wednesday 11am – 3pm, and Thursday – Saturday 11am – 4pm! About SAVOR Savor, Niagara Falls Culinary Institute’s (NFCI) upscale dining restaurant, provides Read more...
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Bz/Org: Hatchets & Hops - Black RockThe time has finally come… Black Rock Booking is live! The first day we will be open for throwing is July 9th, head over to the site to snag a spot! We will only be accepting bookings of 6 or Read more...
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Bz/Org: Genesee Country Village & MuseumGenesee Country Village & Museum will open to the general public beginning Friday, July 3, in time for the Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, July 4. This family-friendly event will feature music, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, and a black powder shoot, with a focus on Read more...
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Restaurant: Local Grille @ The DomeLocal Grille & Catering at the Dome opens up outdoor patio in Williamsville! We have social distancing dining down to a science!! We have 72 PATIO seats available with 6-feet between each table. NEW HOURS Starting June Read more...
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Restaurant: New York Beer ProjectBreaking News! Today we’re announcing the official opening of a brand new outdoor area: the NYBP Rooftop Terrace! To further allow for social distancing, we are opening this area AND the Floor 2 bar (beginning at 5pm) on Fridays, Saturdays, Read more...
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Restaurant: Patina 250Bz/Org: Patina 250We’re excited to share that our dining room will reopen tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17. Our Sunday brunch service returns June 21 every Sunday from 10am – 2pm. Dine In Safe – Delaware North and Patina Restaurant Group’s Dine Safe Read more...
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Restaurant: Orazio’s by ZarconeBz/Org: Orazio's by ZarconeWe’re excited to announce we will be Re-opening Wednesday 17th at 3pm!! Call 716-759-8888 to make your reservations. – Everyone must wear masks till they’re seated. – We will still be offering curbside pickup for all takeouts until further notice. Read more...
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Bz/Org: Moriarty MeatsFather’s Day is Sunday and we have an easy gift for you: follow this link to an e-gift card or let us know you’d like a plastic card and we can coordinate this week! Read more...
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Give Dad a Martin House experience and a cold one! We are excited to partner with our friends at Resurgence Brewing Company. For a limited time, pair two one-hour tour gift tickets with your choice of a locally-brewed craft beer. Read more...
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Bz/Org: Road Less Traveled TheaterTo our artists, staff, patrons, sponsors, funders, and the Western New York community, we at Road Less Traveled Productions miss you in our theater. At this time, due to all of our safety, we have decided to postpone the Read more...
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Bz/Org: Hammerl AmusementsThis event has been cancelled. Hammerl Amusements is bringing 10 carnival food vendors to Buffalo’s Waterfront from July 3rd-5th. We will be set up right next to Templeton Landing at 60 Lakefront Blvd. HOURS OF EVENT: Friday, July 3rd: 4-8pm Saturday Read more...
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Bz/Org: ArtparkAs a safe alternative to large gatherings, Artpark is planning to present a lineup of Drive-In films this summer. Projected on LED screens, 20 films will be shown over the course of the summer on Tuesday and Thursday nights. Read more...
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Bz/Org: Buffalo River History ToursThe Buffalo River History Tours have begun tours starting June 6th. Tour hours are; Monday – Friday: 2:30pm and 4:40pm start dates Saturday – Sunday: 10:30am / 12:30pm / 2:30pm / 4:30pm start dates About We Read more...
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While you shelter-in-place, JCC Buffalo is bringing the Fitness Center to you. Livestream classes with some of your favorite JCC fitness instructors. HOW TO JOIN All you need to get started is to download the Zoom app. This Zoom Read more...
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Bz/Org: Hartman's DistillingJoin Anthony Kroese and the renown “barmen” of Hartman’s Distilling Co. who will serve up some awesome cocktail knowledge with the occasional side of witty banter on June 17 at 7 PM. All proceeds from the event will go to Read more...
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Bz/Org: Buffalo Harbor CruisesStarting the season several weeks behind schedule, the crew of Miss Buffalo II have made the necessary updates to the vessel to comply with the requirements outlined in the New York Forward Safety Plan Template. Bar and Snack and Catering services will Read more...
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Elmwood Village community members and supporters, thank you for your outpouring of support during the riots throughout the City of Buffalo. We are as shocked and discouraged as most of you by the events that precipitated last night and Read more...
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Bz/Org: Picture Perfect MindWeekly Webinars in June with Innovation Center Tenant Lindsay Amico from Picture Perfect Mind LLC. – The Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus is excited to announce a free virtual Stress Reduction Series with Lindsay Amico, founder of Picture Perfect Mind LLC. Read more...
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Bz/Org: Pumpkin FarmGET YOUR FAIR FOOD FESTIVAL FIX! Most of this summer’s favorite fairs and festivals have been canceled due to COVID-19, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on your favorite summer food treats! Beginning June 5 Read more...
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Bz/Org: Hamburg Village Business AssociationThe Hamburg Village Business Association encourages Western New Yorkers to shop local as businesses begin to reopen. About The Village Business Association We are dedicated group of professionals, working in unity to support, promote, strengthen and perpetuate local businesses Read more...
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Bz/Org: Knox Estate MansionBz/Org: The Mansion at Knox Farm State ParkIntroducing Micro-Mansion Events at the Mansion at Knox Farm! Now that small gatherings are once again allowed statewide of twenty five people or less, The Mansion has decided to open up for small birthday or graduation parties, anniversaries, christenings/baptisms, showers, Read more...
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Bz/Org: Old Fort NiagaraOld Fort Niagara will continue to offer live, interactive, distance-learning programs during the month of June. Six unique sessions will share important information about Fort Niagara’s military history, from the early 1700s to World War One, on Tuesdays and Thursdays Read more...
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This year, Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum’s beloved annual event, Touch A Truck, takes on a whole new form! We are pleased to announce Find A Truck presented by M&T Bank taking place virtually from June 22-26 Read more...
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Bz/Org: Acupunktrix: Acupuncture & ApothecaryWe are currently open for all doula services, telehealth, and herbal medicine pick up (without prescription). We are currently open for acupuncture with doctor’s note, but will be fully open without prescription during Phase 2, hopefully June 2. Read more...
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Bz/Org: Genesee Country Village & MuseumThis week, GCV&M will offer a Memorial Day picnic Curbside To-Go! A bucket of fried chicken with sides, and cupcakes from The Cake Place bakery will be available, in addition to growlers of beer and cider, and Museum-made goods. Order Read more...
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Bz/Org: Olmsted ParksTypically at the start of the park season, the Conservancy holds its annual fundraising luncheon, Spring into Summer. While guests are not able to be together this year, the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy is creatively offering a virtual, reimagined event that will showcase Read more...