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Buffalo’s thriving cultural scene is perhaps the city’s best-kept secret, and the University at Buffalo (https://www.buf...
10/24/2025

Buffalo’s thriving cultural scene is perhaps the city’s best-kept secret, and the University at Buffalo (https://www.buffalo.edu/), specifically the Department of Music (https://arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/music/events/concert-calendar.html), offers an incredible wealth of performances during the academic year and beyond.

Asked what makes Buffalo—and UB in particular—such a special place for musicians and music lovers, pianist and UB Professor and Music Department Chair Eric Huebner (https://arts-sciences.buffalo.edu/music/about/leadership-administration.host.html/content/shared/arts-sciences/music/new-faculty-profiles/huebner-eric.html) pointed to the university’s deep historical roots and the city’s enduring commitment to the arts. “It really goes to the unique history here,” Huebner explained. “There was a founder of this music department [Cameron Baird], and early supporters of the university itself back in the 1930s who really valued classical music—really valued the work of living composers—and made a point of bringing them here.” Early Buffalo industrialists, he noted, were intent on building “a new cultural capital to rival Chicago and New York,” investing in the arts and drawing creative talent to the city from its earliest days. That vision left a lasting mark. “Some of these people, like Frederick and Alice Slee, left their entire fortune to this music department to endow this incredible concert series, [Slee Beethoven Quartet Series and The Slee Visiting Artist Series]” he said. “That early commitment and passion for the arts is what still really infuses everything you hear today—and it still sustains us.”

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UB’s Season of Sound: Conversations with Eric Huebner and Alex Sesenton

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That legacy continues through UB’s current season of performances, which reflects the same spirit of innovation, collaboration, and excellence that has defined the university’s musical life for nearly a century.

Buffalo’s thriving cultural scene is perhaps the city’s best-kept secret, and the University at Buffalo, specifically the Department of Music, offers an incredible wealth of performances during the academic year and beyond.  Asked what makes Buffalo—and UB in particular—such a special place...

After purchasing (more like rescuing) Mohawk Place in March of this year, and working tediously towards reopening the be...
10/23/2025

After purchasing (more like rescuing) Mohawk Place in March of this year, and working tediously towards reopening the beloved music venue, I am happy to report that the music venue is now ready to “officially” reopen. Building owners Bernice Radle and Frank DiMaria and the “Mohawk Forever” team (Mike, Marty, Meredith, Stef & Tim) have secured all of the necessary permits, and now have a certificate of occupancy.

After purchasing (more like rescuing) Mohawk Place in March of this year, and working tediously towards reopening the beloved music venue, I am happy to report that the music venue is now ready to “officially” reopen. Building owners Bernice Radle and Frank DiMaria and the “Mohawk Forever” t...

Preservation Buffalo Niagara (PBN) is in the midst of helping Centennial AME Zion Church to secure its landmark status. ...
10/23/2025

Preservation Buffalo Niagara (PBN) is in the midst of helping Centennial AME Zion Church to secure its landmark status. The church, located at 127 Doat Street – a couple of blocks from Bailey and Genesee – was constructed in 1910 and was originally built for the Jerusalem German Evangelical Reformed Church, with a mainly Gothic Revival design.

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Today, the Centennial African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church serves the Genesee-Moselle neighborhood.

Preservation Buffalo Niagara (PBN) is in the midst of helping Centennial AME Zion Church to secure its landmark status. The church, located at 127 Doat Street – a couple of blocks from Bailey and Genesee – was constructed in 1910 and was originally built for the Jerusalem German Evangelical Refo...

Typically, when I see reports that say that Buffalo is excelling at this or that, I tend to be sceptical because I’m ass...
10/23/2025

Typically, when I see reports that say that Buffalo is excelling at this or that, I tend to be sceptical because I’m assuming that it’s some sort of clickbait. And that’s exactly what I thought when I received an email from StorageCafe that gave Buffalo a surprisingly high walkability score.

Typically, when I see reports that say that Buffalo is excelling at this or that, I tend to be sceptical because I’m assuming that it’s some sort of clickbait. And that’s exactly what I thought when I received an email from StorageCafe that gave Buffalo a surprisingly high walkability score. A...

One of Buffalo’s most celebrated designers – Austin Guyett – will be participating in a solo pop-up event at Trend Up on...
10/23/2025

One of Buffalo’s most celebrated designers – Austin Guyett – will be participating in a solo pop-up event at Trend Up on Saturday, October 25. About Austin, from this Buffalo Rising article (https://www.buffalorising.com/2023/08/austin-guyett-fashion-design-inspired-by-life/):

Austin Guyett, creator and founder of BAG (https://byaguy.com/) or By A Guy, draws inspiration from his present experiences, passions, and mix of art, music and his innate authenticity to shape his innovative garment designs.

Skilled in custom handcrafted garments, embroidery, and screen printing.

One of Buffalo’s most celebrated designers – Austin Guyett – will be participating in a solo pop-up event at Trend Up on Saturday, October 25. About Austin, from this Buffalo Rising article: Austin Guyett, creator and founder of BAG or By A Guy, draws inspiration from his present experiences, ...

Significant progress has been made reconstructing a historic building located at 509 Michigan Avenue since our last chec...
10/23/2025

Significant progress has been made reconstructing a historic building located at 509 Michigan Avenue since our last check-in two months ago. The City-owned building is south of the Michigan Avenue Baptist Church.

Significant progress has been made reconstructing a historic building located at 509 Michigan Avenue since our last check-in two months ago. The City-owned building is south of the Michigan Avenue Baptist Church. The rear section of the structure is being rebuilt and addition behind and south of it....

Only a few rainy days until Buffalo’s biggest Halloween event! Epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wickedly fun night a...
10/23/2025

Only a few rainy days until Buffalo’s biggest Halloween event! Epic costumes, music, dancing, and a wickedly fun night awaits. 🔮Check our ultimate guide on Buffalo Rising


The 12th Annual Witches Ball returns to the historic—and famously haunted—Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

Featuring:
The Floyd Concept | OFF the Wall! | SE2 Silent Disco | DJ Nor.th Star | DJ Nicholas Picholas | Paranormal investigator Chelsea Gill | Magician Joe Maxwell | The Other Ones | Buffalo’s Supernatural Historian Mason Winfield

🖤 Enter our Virtual Costume Contest with over $1,000 in prizes!
🖤 Pop-up performances from The Other Ones and Showstarters Entertainment
🖤 Close-up illusions from magician Joe Maxwell
🖤 Ghost Talks with Chelsea Gill — Dive into historic mysteries with the renowned local medium, who will give talks throughout the night
🖤 Readings and spirit connections in the ever-popular Psychic Lounge (Readings sold separately)
🖤 Curated vendor market in the Mezzanine
🖤 Event exclusive merch

Also this year, VIP Premiere Access ticket holders will enjoy early entry, an exclusive lounge, hors d’oeuvres, and a five-hour open bar.

This is more than just a party, it’s a legendary Halloween experience!

https://www.buffalorising.com/2025/10/ultimate-guide-to-buffalo-risings-12th-annual-witches-ball-creature-feature/

Buffalo in late October is magical: the crisp air, cool rainy days, the rustle of fallen leaves, and the thrill of Halloween lurking around every corner. There’s no better place to embrace that dark gothic vibe than at the 12th Annual Witches Ball: Creature Feature, hosted by Buffalo Rising at the...

Each year, The Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY hosts a Día de los Mu***os Festival that features all sorts of family fr...
10/22/2025

Each year, The Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY hosts a Día de los Mu***os Festival that features all sorts of family friendly events and activities that are dedicated to age old traditions. Día de los Mu***os, aka Day of the Dead, is a tradition practiced by Mexican, Latin American, and Hispanic people, who pay their respects and remember friends and family members who have passed on to the other side.

Each year, The Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY hosts a Día de los Mu***os Festival that features all sorts of family friendly events and activities that are dedicated to age old traditions. Día de los Mu***os, aka Day of the Dead, is a tradition practiced by Mexican, Latin American, and Hispanic ...

Starting Thursday, November 6, one of the area’s largest holiday markets gets underway. For anyone that loves the Christ...
10/22/2025

Starting Thursday, November 6, one of the area’s largest holiday markets gets underway. For anyone that loves the Christmas season, and all of the novelties that go-hand-in-hand with the winter holidays, this massive market is about as good as it gets.

Starting Thursday, November 6, one of the area’s largest holiday markets gets underway. For anyone that loves the Christmas season, and all of the novelties that go-hand-in-hand with the winter holidays, this massive market is about as good as it gets. Incredibly, this market features over 450 art...

Buffalo in late October is magical: the crisp air, cool rainy days, the rustle of fallen leaves, and the thrill of Hallo...
10/22/2025

Buffalo in late October is magical: the crisp air, cool rainy days, the rustle of fallen leaves, and the thrill of Halloween lurking around every corner. There’s no better place to embrace that dark gothic vibe than at the 12th Annual Witches Ball: Creature Feature (http://witchesballbuffalo.com), hosted by Buffalo Rising at the historic Statler Hotel on Saturday, October 25, 2025.

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What began as a spirited grassroots celebration has grown over the last decade into Buffalo’s premier Halloween party, drawing 2,000 guests across three levels of the famously haunted Statler Hotel.

Buffalo in late October is magical: the crisp air, cool rainy days, the rustle of fallen leaves, and the thrill of Halloween lurking around every corner. There’s no better place to embrace that dark gothic vibe than at the 12th Annual Witches Ball: Creature Feature, hosted by Buffalo Rising at the...

Over the years, Buffalo’s tango scene has ebbed and flowed. There have been numerous instructors and plenty of initiativ...
10/22/2025

Over the years, Buffalo’s tango scene has ebbed and flowed. There have been numerous instructors and plenty of initiatives to keep the art of tango dancing alive, thankfully.

Over the years, Buffalo’s tango scene has ebbed and flowed. There have been numerous instructors and plenty of initiatives to keep the art of tango dancing alive, thankfully. From social dance classes at the waterfront to professional performances at myriad venues around town, the art of the tango...

In June of 2023, I wrote about (https://www.buffalorising.com/2023/06/the-little-club-rethinking-what-a-buffalo-restaura...
10/21/2025

In June of 2023, I wrote about (https://www.buffalorising.com/2023/06/the-little-club-rethinking-what-a-buffalo-restaurant-can-be/) Mary and Tommy Lombardo Jr.’s The Little Club, and its high hopes for the future. Since opening in 2018, the restaurant has fulfilled almost all of its aspirations, except one.

In June of 2023, I wrote about Mary and Tommy Lombardo Jr.’s The Little Club, and its high hopes for the future. Since opening in 2018, the restaurant has fulfilled almost all of its aspirations, except one. The owners could never quite get the business to operate on a similar financial dynamic le...

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