| All Movies begin at dusk. June 26, 27, 29 - The Vow July 3, 4, 6 - Act of Valor July 10, 11, 13 - The 5 Year Engagement July 17, 18, 20 - The Hunger Games July 24, 25, 27 - Wrath of the Titans July 31, August 1, 3 - Think Like a Man August 7, 8, 10 - Captain America / Thor August 14, 15, 17 - The Avengers Flicks on Old Falls Every Thursday, July 5 – August 30, Beginning at 9 p.m. (Weather Permitting)
Old Falls Street's Middle Block
Grab a blanket and share a bag of popcorn each Thursday night as Old Falls Street, USA, turns into an open-air theatre featuring free classic and contemporary movies under the stars. Food and beverage vending will be offered each week. Come early and enjoy theatrical performances by Deep Roots Niagara. Flicks on Old Falls is your "Key to Summer Fun."
Remember to visit the KeyBank location at 2407 Pine Avenue, in Niagara Falls, to pick up a coupon for free popcorn each week. July 5: Grease
July 12: Spider-Man
July 19: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
July 26: The Muppets Take Manhattan
August 2: Toy Story
August 9: Cool Runnings
August 16: Hook
August 23: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
August 30: ET: The Extra Terrestrial More events on Old Falls: http://www.fallsstreet.com/1000/SummerActivities.asp OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES REINSTEIN WOODS Programs are free of charge unless otherwise noted. Dress for the weather! July Trail Tuesdays
Every Tuesday from April through September
6:30 to 7:30 PM
Turn your love for the outdoors into rewarding action. Assist with hour-long projects to help maintain and improve ecosystems and trails throughout the preserve. A variety of projects ensures there is something for almost every age and ability. Refreshments provided. Registration preferred; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Red, White and Blue Walk
Saturday, July 7
10:30 AM
Nature offers all kinds of colors, as well as shapes, patterns and textures for kids to discover. Bring your young child on this sensory exploration. For children ages 3 to 7. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. The Reinstein Woods Experience
Saturday, July 7
1:30 PM
Experience the best of both worlds at Reinstein Woods. Explore and learn about our environmentally-friendly "green" building and take a tour of the trails in this guided program. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Spiders: What's in Your Web?
Tuesday, July 10
10:00 AM
Spiders are amazing predators that are skilled in stealth, camouflage and engineering. We will search for spiders and their webs on this guided walk. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Family Nature Hour
Wednesday, July 11
6:30 PM
Hands-on activities allow families to investigate nature together on a different topic each session. Please note: this program will take place at the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library at 1030 Losson Road in Cheektowaga. To sign up, contact the library at 716-668-4991. Tour Guide Training
Thursday, July 12
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Attend this training session to become a volunteer tour guide at Reinstein Woods. No experience is necessary-just a love of nature and the desire to share it with others. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Alien Invaders Investigation Hike
Saturday, July 14
10:30 AM
Aliens are invading Reinstein Woods! These are not creatures from outer space but plants and insects that could harm our forests and ponds. Explore where these "aliens" are found, and learn what we are doing to protect our ecosystems. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Family Nature Hour
Wednesday, July 18
6:30 PM
Hands-on activities allow families to investigate nature together on a different topic each session. Please note: this program will take place at the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library at 1030 Losson Road in Cheektowaga. To sign up, contact the library at 716-668-4991. Aquatic Exploration
Saturday, July 21
10:30 AM
Join us as we grab nets and scoop in the pond to search for aquatic animals. For children ages 6-12. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Going Batty!
Wednesday, July 25
8:00 PM
Bats are amazing animals, but are often misunderstood. Separate fact from fiction and learn about the only true flying mammals. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Stroller Strut
Thursday, July 26
10:30 AM
Bring your stroller or wagon and share a sensory exploration of nature with your young child. For children age 3 and under. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Educator Workshop: Great Lakes Institute
Saturday, July 28
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
This workshop helps teachers incorporate the Great Lakes into their classroom through standards-based, hand-on lesson plans and in-depth instruction in local Great Lakes issues. For educators of students in grades 6-12. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Summer Wildflowers
Saturday, July 28
10:30 AM
Search for seasonal wildflowers, and learn their uses and folklore. For adults and children ages 8 and older. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. August Trail Tuesdays
Every Tuesday from April through September
6:30 to 7:30 PM
Turn your love for the outdoors into rewarding action. Assist with hour-long projects to help maintain and improve ecosystems and trails throughout the preserve. A variety of projects ensures there is something for almost every age and ability. Refreshments provided. Registration preferred; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Family Nature Hour
Wednesday, August 1
6:30 PM
Hands-on activities allow families to investigate nature together on a different topic each session. Please note: this program will take place at the Julia Boyer Reinstein Library at 1030 Losson Road in Cheektowaga. To sign up, contact the library at 716-668-4991. Creatures of the Night
Thursday, August 2
8:00 PM
Watch the forest and ponds transform under the setting sun and the full moon as we explore the world of nocturnal animals. Big Bear Adventure
Saturday, August 4
10:30 AM
Celebrate Smokey Bear's birthday by learning about New York State's resident black bears. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. The Reinstein Woods Experience
Saturday, August 4
1:30 PM
Experience the best of both worlds at Reinstein Woods. Explore and learn about our environmentally-friendly "green" building and take a tour of the trails in this guided program. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Log Hotel
Saturday, August 11
10:00 AM
Roll over logs to discover the amazing creatures that make the forest floor their home. Discover what makes them so important to the woods. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Educator Workshop: Project WILD
Tuesday, August 14
9:00 AM to noon
Project WILD is an award-winning, interdisciplinary environmental education program for teachers and youth leaders. Participants receive a Project WILD Curriculum and Activity Guide with more than 100 lesson plans. For educators of students in grades K-12. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Educator Workshop: Project Learning Tree
Thursday, August 16
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Project Learning Tree is an award-winning environmental education program featuring an interdisciplinary, hands-on curriculum that uses the forest as a window on the world. The activity guide includes 96 lesson plans, correlated to national and state learning standards. For educators of students in grades K-8. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Fungi with a Fun Gal
Friday, August 17
6:00 PM
After a late summer rain, mushrooms appear almost instantly on the forest floor and on logs. Join us as we discover the mysterious world of mushrooms with an indoor presentation and a guided fungus foray. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Knee-High Naturalists--Butterflies
Saturday, August 18
10:30 AM
Enjoy a variety of nature-themed activities with your little one-such as stories, games, crafts and snack. For children ages 3 to 5. Materials fee = $4.00 per child; $2.00 per child for Friends of Reinstein members. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Aquatic Exploration
Saturday, August 25
10:30 AM
Join us as we grab nets and scoop in the pond to search for aquatic animals. For children ages 6-12. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Insects of the Night
Thursday, August 30
7:30 PM
The night offers a different world of insects that is rarely explored. Join us as we search for moths and other insects attracted by light and scent. Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. September Trail Tuesdays
Every Tuesday from April through September
6:30 to 7:30 PM
Turn your love for the outdoors into rewarding action. Assist with hour-long projects to help maintain and improve ecosystems and trails throughout the preserve. A variety of projects ensures there is something for almost every age and ability. Refreshments provided. Registration preferred; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Flowers, Ferns and Fungi
Saturday, September 1
10:30 AM
Don't know a fern from a flower? Join this guided walk to learn about our local plants (and fungi, too!). Registration required; call 716-683-5959 to sign up. Tifft Nature Preserve http://www.sciencebuff.org/tifft-nature-preserve/tifft-public-programs/tifft-programs-for-kids/ Bisons game info –various promotional activities http://www.milb.com/promotions/index.jsp?sid=t422 Olcott Beach http://www.olcottbeachcarouselpark.org/html/events.html Beaches http://www.fun4kidsinbuffalo.com/2012/06/30-days-of-summer-fun-in-buffalo-on_06.html Laura Ingalls Wilder Days at Genesee County Museum Saturday & Sunday, August 11-12, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. http://www.gcv.org/calendar/detail/13/ Shakespeare in the Park All performances are Tuesdays through Sundays at 7:30pm. Richard the Third June 21st – July 15th Directed by Saul Elkin A Midsummer Night’s Dream July 26th – August 19th Directed by Kyle LoConti Artpark Family Saturdays July 7-28 (Saturdays) Noon-4pm – FREE 2012 Schedule July 7 Trash Art Treasures: Turn unwanted items into one of a kind works of art! July 14 Rev-Art-Lution: Splatter with revolving motors and bring change with a wearable statement! July 21 Outdoor Art: Find out what you can make with supplies from your own backyard! July 28 Art Slam Cafe: Make your own artistic eats and experience the 'word room' FREE Family Movie Night: Disney's The Muppets August 13 at dusk in the Outdoor Amphitheater Sponsored by: Lewiston Kiwanis Club Artpark's annual end-of-summer free 'FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT' presents a family-favorite on a giant Jumbotron screen in the Upper Park. Families are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for this free, ticketless event. Restroom facilities will be open and light concessions will be available for purchase. Festivals There are too many festivals around WNY to list separately, so this link will bring you to a site that lists them all on the left hand side… http://www.bestofwny.com/concerts_festivals/index.html Farmers’ markets Erie County Alden Farmers’ Market
Ames Plaza parking lot,
13119 Broadway (Rt. 20), Alden
Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 12–TBD
http://www.aldenny.org/market.asp
Buffalo/Clinton Bailey Farmers’ Market
1443-1517 Clinton St., Buffalo
Sunday–Friday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturdays, 6 a.m.–6 p.m.
May 1–November 1
www.clintonbaileymarket.com
Clarence Hollow Farmers’ Market
Town parking lot, 10717 Main St., Clarence
Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
June 2–October 20
www.clarencefarmersmarket.com
Downtown Buffalo Country Market
Main St. between Court and Church
May 17–October 25
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
http://buffaloplace.com/market
ECMC Farmers' Market at Grider
Across the street from 351 Grider St., Buffalo
May 25–October 12
Fridays, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
www.facebook.com/pages/ECMC-Farmers-Market-at-Grider/153297461406758
Elmwood-Bidwell Farmers’ Market
Bidwell Pkwy. and Elmwood Ave., Buffalo
Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 5–October 27
www.elmwoodmarket.org
Elmwood-Lafyaette Winter Farmers’ Market
Lafayette Presbyterian Church
Saturdays, 10 a.m–2 p.m.
November 5–April 28
www.buffalowintermarket.com
East Aurora Farmers’ Market
East Aurora Shopping Plaza, Grey St., East Aurora
Saturdays and Wednesdays, 7 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 5–November 21
www.facebook.com/pages/East-Aurora-Farmers-Market/344979390265
Premier Farmers' Market
Premier Center, 3900 Maple Rd, Amherst
Thursdays, Noon-6p.m., and Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2p.m.
June 14-October 27
Orchard Park Farmers’ Market at Fox Run
One Fox Run Lane, Orchard Park
Thursdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 17–October 25
www.foxrunorchardpark.com/farmers-market-fox-run
Hamburg Farmers’ Market
Village Municipal parking lot, Main and Union Sts., Hamburg
Saturdays, 7:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 5–November 3
www.hamburg-chamber.org/visit/farmers_market.aspx
Holland Farmers’ Market
Town parking lot, Olean Road/Rt.16, Town of Holland
Sundays, 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 5–October 27
www.townofhollandny.com/farmers-market
Kenmore Farmers’ Market
2919 Delaware Ave., Kenmore
Saturdays, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
June 23–October 27
www.facebook.com/pages/Kenmore-Farmers-Market/132985793616
Lancaster Village Market
4913 Transit Rd., Depew
Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
Sundays, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
May 5–October 28
www.lancastervillagemarket.com
Olde Farmers’ Market
14141 Mechanic Street, Springville
Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
June 9–October 27
www.facebook.com/pages/Olde-Farmers-Market-Mechanic-East-Main-St-Springville-NY/119860778042942
University Community Farmers’ Market
Allen lot of UB South Campus, intersection of Main St. and Kenmore Ave., Kenmore
Saturday, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 19–October 13
www.ourheights.org/farmersmarket.html
Market at the Mill
56 E. Spring St., Williamsville
Saturdays, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
May 5–October 27 Niagara County Barker Farmers’ Market
Village Park, Main St. and Quaker Rd. (Rt. 148N), Barker
Thursdays, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
June 14–September 27
Lockport Farmers’ Market
Walnut St. parking lot, west of Pine St., Lockport
Daily, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
April 1–November 30
Niagara Falls Public Library Farmers’ Market
North Main and Cleveland, near Wrobel Tower, Niagara Falls
Thursdays, 3–7 p.m.
June–October
Middleport Community Farmers Market
Wilson Farms Store lot, Rt. 31, Middleport
Fridays, 2–6 p.m.
May 4–November 2
Niagara Falls City Market
Pine Ave., between 18th and 19th Sts., Niagara Falls
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Year-round
North Tonawanda City Market
Payne Ave. and Robinson St., North Tonawanda
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, 7 a.m.– 1 p.m.
Year-round
www.the-tonawandas.com/local.php
Town of Pendleton Farmers’ Market
Pendleton Town Park, 6570 Campbell Blvd. (Rt. 270), Pendleton
Thursdays, 3–8 p.m.
June–October
pendletonny.usHYPERLINK "http://pendletonny.us/farmers-market"/farmers-market Buffalo waterfront activities: too many to list! http://www.buffaloplace.com/Public/fileHYPERLINK "http://www.buffaloplace.com/Public/file/Canalside%202012%20Events%20Calendar(1).pdf"/HYPERLINK "http://www.buffaloplace.com/Public/file/Canalside%202012%20Events%20Calendar(1).pdf"Canalside%202012%20Events%20Calendar(1).pdf MUSIC BPO Free First Niagara Summer Concerts in the Parks Series Friday, July 6, 2012, 8:00 pm
FREE BPO 1812 Commemoration Concert
Delaware Park, Buffalo, NY
Matthew Kraemer, conductor Saturday, July 7, 2012, 7:00 pm
BPO Free First Niagara Summer Concerts in the Parks Series
Lancaster Band Shell
Artel Metz Drive, Lancaster, NY
Matthew Kraemer, conductor Saturday, July 14, 2012, BPO takes stage at 9:00 pm
BPO Performs Music of the Grateful Dead
Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, NY
Paul Ferington, conductor
Forever Young, guest artist
Free concert! Wednesday, July 18, 2011, 11:45am
FREE BPO M&T Plaza Summer Lunchtime Concert
M&T Plaza, Downtown Buffalo NY
Paul Ferington, conductor Summer concerts There are too many concerts around WNY to list separately, so this link will bring you to a site that lists them all…I’ve listed a few of my favorites… http://www.bestofwny.com/concerts_festivals/ Kenmore Children’s Concert Series The 2012 Children’s Concert Series will be five weeks of Tuesday evening fun! Our selection of performers this year are sure to please the young, those young at heart, and everyone in between! The concerts are FREE! Reasonably priced dinner food, dessert and beverage available at each concert. Please bring lawn chairs or blankets. Tuesday Evenings July 17 – August 14, 6:15 PM
Lawn of Kenmore Middle School (Delaware Rd. across from the Library)
or the Kenmore Community Center located at 135 Wilbur Avenue in case of rain. Off street parking is available across the street at Pilgrim Lutheran Church and Kenmore United Metbodist Church. · July 17:Billy Baroo Band
(Free Children’s Concert Bag to all children attending.) While supplies last. · July 24:The Frankfurters · July 31:Mama Earth’s Kitchen Band · August 7:Lochside Celtic Band
(Little Night Out Celebration w/ Kenmore Police, Fire R & R Bar B-Que.) · August 14:The Diva Show Band Elmwood Village Concert Series The series begins on Tuesday, July 3rd and runs each Tuesday evening through August 14 th. Each week, EVA’s summer concert lineup showcases Buffalo’s greatest talent in a casual and family-friendly environment. All shows are free to the public and begin at 7 p.m. in Bidwell Parkway at Elmwood Avenue. July 3-The Shadows Motown & Soul Revue featuring Barbara St. Clair & Billy McEwen Sponsored by Buffalo Seminary . Backed by some of Buffalo's finest blues musicians, Jazz veterans Barbara St. Clair &Billy McEwen voice the iconic Motown sound in this soulful revue. July 10- The Skiffle Minstrels Sponsored by Rich HYPERLINK "http://www.rich.com/"Products . An eccentric bunch of Buffalo musicians, The Skiffle Minstrels perform an energetic blend of Country-Western and Cajun standards as well as upbeat originals that are sure to "get 'em on the floor." July 17- Caitlin and The Moses Band Sponsored by HYPERLINK "http://gatescircleliquor.com/" Gates Circle Wine and Liquor.HYPERLINK "http://gatescircleliquor.com/" Led by Caitlin Koch, who has appeared on American Idol and X-Factor USA , The Moses Band has been the winner of 3 Buffalo Nightlife Music Awards. Caitlin's considerable poise, natural stage presence and gorgeous, powerful singing voice are sure to carry the night. July 24-The Mick Hayes Band Sponsored by Try-It Distributing . With his sharp dressed attitude and his "born-lucky" charm, Mick Hayes is sculpting the sound of Contemporary Blues and R&B with powerful vocals and extraordinary guitar playing. July 31- The Outer Circle Orchestra Sponsored by Delaware District Common Council Member Michael HYPERLINK "http://www.city-buffalo.com/Home/Leadership/CommonCouncil/CommonCouncilMembers/MichaelLoCurto"LoCurto . As masters of the African-Caribbean and World Beat sound, Outer Circle Orchestra excites audiences with their eclectic mix of structured and improvised music. August 7- Neville Francis and The Riddim Posse Sponsored by Block Club.HYPERLINK "http://www.blockclubonline.com/" Neville Francis, a two time Juno Award winner, along with the Riddim Posse will impress with their blend of Reggae and Afro-Caribbean music as one of Western New York's favorite party bands. August 14- Kevin Doyle and Sol Y Sombra In the 12 years of their existence, Sol Y Sombra has strived to express a wide range of musical styles including Latin, Jazz, Progressive, and Traditional, representing the musical heritage of multiple ethnicities embodied in the complexity of American life. This show is sure to make you dance!
INDOOR ACTIVITIES Barnes and Noble Story Time Baby Laptime Tuesdays at 10:30 am…Niagara Falls Blvd Store…This weekly Storytime is for our youngest participants up to age 2. We read simple stories, sing songs and the children have "social play time." Preschool Storytime Wednesdays at 10:30am…Niagara Falls Blvd Store…This Storytime is perfect for your preschool toddler ages 2 to 4. Join Grandma Fay as she reads, sings and has a simple craft for your child or children! Buffalo Public Library Search by your favorite library for a list of summer events… http://host6.evanced.info/buffalolib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp?df=listHYPERLINK "http://host6.evanced.info/buffalolib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp?df=list&EventType=Children%20Events&Lib=ALL"&HYPERLINK "http://host6.evanced.info/buffalolib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp?df=list&EventType=Children%20Events&Lib=ALL"EventType=Children HYPERLINK "http://host6.evanced.info/buffalolib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp?df=list&EventType=Children%20Events&Lib=ALL"EventsHYPERLINK "http://host6.evanced.info/buffalolib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp?df=list&EventType=Children%20Events&Lib=ALL"&HYPERLINK "http://host6.evanced.info/buffalolib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp?df=list&EventType=Children%20Events&Lib=ALL"LibHYPERLINK "http://host6.evanced.info/buffalolib/evanced/eventcalendar.asp?df=list&EventType=Children%20Events&Lib=ALL"=ALL Reading Rewards Programs:
Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Club: Kids in grades 1-6 can receive a free book from Barnes & Noble by reading 8 books over the summer. They will need to fill out a Summer Reading Journal and bring the journal to a B&N location when they are finished. They will then receive a coupon for a free book.
Pottery Barn Kids Book Club: Pottery Barn Kids holds story time every Tuesday from 11:00-11:30. (Check your local store to confirm thetime and date). After attending 5 times, your child will receive a free gift. Summer theatre Children's Summer Theater-Eastern Hills Mall Saturday, July 9 - Saturday, August 27 http://www.shopeasternhills.com/event/childrenand-39-s-summer-theater/2145387150 Keep in mind, there won't be any chairs set up so you just try to make yourself comfortable on the mall floor. Michaels’ Store Events http://www.michaels.com/Store-Events/store-events,default,pg.html?cm_sp=mik-_-the%20knack-_-store%20events Boulevard Buddies Kids under 6, 2 nd Tuesday of the month at the boulevard mall…free…register using the link below http://www.boulevard-mall.com/info/blvdbuddies Free Bowling https://freebowling.amf.com/ Albright Knox http://www.albrightknox.org/education/m-t-first-fridays/ Admission to the Collection is FREE on MHYPERLINK "http://www.mandtfirstfridays.org/"&HYPERLINK "http://www.mandtfirstfridays.org/"T FIRST FRIDAYS —the First Friday of every month Miscellaneous activities/Info Great website http://www.fun4kidsinbuffalo.com/ A-Z list of place in WNY to visit http://www.wned.org/Productions/wnyAtoZ/default.asp Things to do in Buffalo with kids http://attractions.uptake.com/new_york/buffalo/family/802924241.html | 
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