Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
Good morning, Buffalo.
BeBee’s on the Square in downtown Buffalo, housed in the Brisbane Building in Lafayette Square, opened in March offering Mediterranean-inspired dishes and local artwork.
It hosts weekly paint-and-sip events and trivia nights (with upcoming live music and patio seating planned) to foster community connection.
People Inc. will cut the ribbon on a new affordable housing complex in Buffalo, boosting community housing access.
D’Youville earned a Top 10 Military Friendly School honor and Canisius University's business school ranked in the top 100 by US News & World Report.
JECA Energy Bars in Cheektowaga is preparing for explosive growth as it plans to move beyond its small kitchen.
The startup, which makes energy bars from whole foods, is set to expand its operations.
Community leaders on Jefferson Ave have started a multimillion-dollar streetscape project that will add sidewalks, curbs, streetlights, benches, traffic signals + trash cans to improve the area.
The investment is expected to boost economic growth along this long-neglected corridor.
Shake Shack will open its second Western New York location at 5205 Transit Road on April 15, serving classic burgers and fries from 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily plus guests will receive a tote bag on opening day.
The Golisano Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship is converting the former Buffalo News headquarters on Washington Street into a hands-on learning hub where business-minded students learn real-world practices from day one.
The institute is set to open in August and will include flexible spaces for class and community events.
The Tax Lady — Esther Gulyas — is helping residents sort through their documents as they prepare for the April 15 tax deadline.
The Buffalo Sewer Authority broke ground on a $29.3 million project to replace old sewer pipes and lead water lines on the West Side; construction starts Monday, April 13 with new traffic patterns + sidewalk closures to control sewer overflows and protect the Black Rock Canal.
A local grief center in Western New York marked its one-year anniversary by helping dozens of families navigate loss (filling a key gap in grief support).
It remains a vital resource for community healing.
People Inc. invested $42 million to develop the 93-unit Blocher Apartments on Evans Street in Williamsville to help seniors stay close to home; 70+ units are leased and the complex will be fully occupied by early summer.
The Sabres rallied for a 5-3 comeback win at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday and claimed sole possession of first place in the Atlantic Division as Tampa Bay and Montreal sat out the game.
Sue Foley Live at Sportsmen's Tavern
8-11 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $30 General Admission, $80 VIP Meet & Greet — Experience the high energy Texas blues of Grammy nominee Sue Foley and her band.
YES Lego Club
6:00-7:15 p.m. — Reinstein Memorial Library — Free entry — Kids can unleash their creativity by building with Legos provided by the library for display.
Carly Cosgrove Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Mohawk Place Buffalo — $10-$15 — Experience the DIY sounds of Carly Cosgrove with vulnerable lyrics and intricate guitar work.
Dallas Stars vs Buffalo Sabres
3-6 p.m. — KeyBank Center — Tickets available — Watch an exciting NHL matchup as the Dallas Stars take on the Buffalo Sabres.
George Birge Cowboy Songs Tour
7-9 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 16+, Government ID Required — Experience a meet & greet with Nashville's rising star George Birge, known for his chart-topping hits and engaging performances.
Ghost Brothers of Darkland County
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM — Road Less Traveled Productions — Tickets available — A thrilling musical experience with a rock score by John Mellencamp and a story by Stephen King.
Classic Rock by The River
4-11 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of timeless classics performed by top local tribute bands including American Doors and Gypsy Queen.
Hail The Sun with Foxy Shazam, Makari, and Resilia
6:30-10 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of electrifying performances from Hail The Sun and special guests.
Field Medic Concert
8-11 p.m. — Babeville — $ — Experience the freak folk sounds of Field Medic with special guest Euphoria Again.
King Falcon Concert
7-10 p.m. — Buffalo Iron Works — $10 entry — Experience the hard rock sounds of Little Liar inspired by legendary bands.
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