Good morning, Buffalo.

Henry Raess is launching The Offline Club—its first event will take place Thursday, April 17 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Bicycle Bottle Shop on Lexington Avenue to encourage screen-free socializing with conversation prompts.

Participants will check their phones in at the door and join in activities designed for authentic connection.

The Buffalo Fire Department responded to a house fire at 4 Thomas Street early Sunday at about 3:42 a.m.—the fire caused roughly $100,000 in damage to the house and $15,000 to a nearby structure, with no injuries reported as officials plan emergency demolition and investigate the cause.

Local business owners say the new 10% tariffs on imported goods will force many restaurants and food shops to raise prices or close; Jeffrey Dalfonso of Dalfonso’s Italian Imports said rising costs have made planning hard, and other owners worry consumers will soon feel the pinch—adding pressure to a tight market. Some shops expect cost hikes on items like wine and Mexican ingredients that may lead to fewer choices for customers.

A Buffalo elementary school gym teacher was placed on paid administrative leave on April 1 after two students ate cannabis-infused edible gummies that belonged to him—district officials are investigating the incident.

New York State Senator Sean Ryan secured a $1 million grant to renovate the Buffalo Irish Center’s dance studio, kitchen, and pub.

The historic center — built as a YMCA in 1926 — has served the Irish community since 1970 and supports over 20 clubs.

Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz is set to cut the $26M cost of free legal representation for most defendants by shifting many cases to the Buffalo Legal Aid Bureau — a pilot program at a large town court in Cheektowaga will be introduced later this year, with more details shared during his state of the county address at the end of this month.

Records from the Erie County Clerk’s Office showed real estate transactions over $5,000 for the week ending Jan.

10th, with multiple deals in areas such as Buffalo and Akron (sale values ranged from about $8,000 up to over $8 million).

The Buffalo Bills have started work on the natural grass playing field for their new $2.2 billion stadium—an effort begun more than a year before the stadium opens as the team prepares for the extra work needed to build and maintain a grass surface.

Dancing with the Stars Live!

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Shea's Buffalo Theatre — $59.50 - $125.00 — Experience the elegance and excitement of live dance performances.

The Slackers Concert

8-11 p.m. — Buffalo RiverWorks — $43 general admission — Catch The Slackers live for a night of unforgettable music in Buffalo.

Joan Osborne Sings the Songs of Bob Dylan

7:30-9 p.m. — Kleinhans Music Hall — $ — Experience Joan Osborne's powerful rendition of Bob Dylan's timeless songs in a dynamic live performance.

Awaken - The Music Of Yes

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Riviera Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the most authentic live performances of Yes music since 2018, meticulously crafted for fans.

Milkie’s 2nd Annual Pre-Dyngus Day!

9-11 p.m. — Milkie's — Enjoy the festive atmosphere with live music featuring three bands and plenty of accordions.

Easter Brunch Celebration

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — 500 Pearl — Check for pricing — Celebrate Easter with a delicious brunch filled with tasty treats and good company.

Dyngus Day Celebration 2025

12-10 p.m. — Sto Lat Bar & Restaurant — Free entry — Celebrate Polish culture with delicious food, drinks, and community festivities.

SciNight: Mossome Mosses

Mini guided walk — Tifft Nature Preserve — Free entry — Explore the fascinating world of mosses on this Earth Day adventure.

Hawthorne Heights Concert

7-10 p.m. — Town Ballroom — 16+ admitted with ID — Rock out to Hawthorne Heights with special guests Hotel Etiquette and Ashford.

A Night of Latin Jazz with Guabaza

7-8 p.m. — 19 Wadsworth St, Buffalo, NY — $15-$25 reserved seats — Experience an electrifying fusion of jazz, Afro-Caribbean rhythms, and blues.