Good morning, Buffalo.

A Western New York Army veteran received a donated accessible home that gives him a safe & adapted space to meet his needs.

Local community donors completed the gift to support his independent living.

A local Western New York family is hosting its annual bottle drive to raise funds for Make-A-Wish.

The drive gathers donated bottles from neighbors + helps support children's wish fulfillment.

Buffalo community members can volunteer this June to install temporary murals, painted crosswalks, street furniture, planters + wayfinding at three intersections as part of the BUDC redesign project.

The state is launching summer activities at Canalside this year, including live music + food vendors and outdoor art workshops + community picnics.

A full schedule will be posted soon.

Marcella Herkey turned 100 on Thursday in Cheektowaga and celebrated with her family, marking a major milestone surrounded by loved ones.

Deerwood Golf Course in North Tonawanda is celebrating its 50th anniversary — marking five decades of local play and community pride.

Wells Enterprises has completed its chocolate factory and ice cream plant at its Dunkirk site and is starting phase two of its $425M project.

The company will demolish the old plant & build new administrative offices, a wellness center, locker rooms, and a two-story cafeteria that will open in July.

ECMC is hosting its annual Springfest Gala at the Buffalo Convention Center today (the event will include live performances and community celebrations).

At 641 Delaware Ave, the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historical Site now flies a 45-star flag that dates to 1901 to honor America’s 250th birthday, and organizers plan a series of events this summer including a black mourning flag in September for President William McKinley.

A UB graduate traveling for an engineering contest was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Texas (official details are pending review).

A Buffalo-based agency is operating the GOMA Wellness Clinic in Congo to screen patients and educate locals during an Ebola outbreak.

The clinic’s Congolese staffers direct symptomatic individuals to a centralized care center amid critical supply shortages (contributions for supplies are accepted through the agency website).

Special Spaces of WNY gave a room makeover to a 12-year-old boy in Clarence battling osteosarcoma, and the project shows how local care lifts spirits during tough treatment.

The work was finished recently to bring comfort and hope to his daily life.

A new rage room called So Anxious Rage + Paint opened on the West Side at 415 Rhode Island St on Friday to help people safely release stress; it also will host group events for guided reflection, journaling, and community conversation.

Cumulus Digital Edge: AI Networking Lunch

12-2 p.m. & 3-5 p.m. — Electric City — Free entry — Explore AI's impact on business while networking with local leaders.

Cocktails for a Cause

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Meet & Eat Charcuterie — General admission includes a complimentary drink — Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while supporting local school field trips.

John Papa Gros Band Performance

7-10 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ — Experience the vibrant sounds of New Orleans with funk and R&B from the John Papa Gros Band and The Brass Machine.

Mariah The Scientist Concert

7-11 p.m. — Terminal B — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful performance of Mariah The Scientist live in Buffalo.

The Ghost Inside Concert

6-7:30 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Tickets from $86 — Experience an unforgettable performance by The Ghost Inside in Buffalo.

Vincen García Concert

7-10 p.m. — Town Ballroom — Ages 12+ | Minors under 16 must be accompanied by a parent — Experience the artistry of one of the top modern bassists in the global funk-fusion and jazz scene.

CSICon 2026

Time TBA — Hyatt Regency Buffalo / Hotel and Conference Center — Check event page for pricing — Engage with leading skeptics and scientists in discussions on critical thinking and scientific literacy.

FIFA World Cup Watch Parties

7 p.m. — Canalside, Buffalo, NY — Free entry — Cheer on the U.S. Men's National Team during the FIFA World Cup with live matches, food, and activities.

Gavin Petrie Band 20th Anniversary Show

8-11 p.m. — Sportsmen's Tavern — $20.00 + Online Fee — Celebrate 20 years of music with the Gavin Petrie Band and support local arts.

The Marcus King Band

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Terminal B — From €69 — Experience the vibrant sound of The Marcus King Band live in an open-air venue.