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This episode of our Building Buffalo podcast hosted by Newell Nussbaumer hit the road to Niagara Falls, NY where artist, rapper, and community builder Che Hawke is helping to amplyfy a growing arts community, from a studio in a church to a 99-year-old bookshop to a vision for Legends Park.

Full episode out on Apple, Amazon, and Spotify.

#BuildingBuffalo #NiagaraFalls #WNY

From live anime music nights to comedy, workshops, and outdoor festivals, there’s something for everyone this May.

Check out these Events:
Buffalo Porchfest – May 16 | Elmwood Village
Anime Night – May 15 | Buffalo Iron Works
Steve Hofstetter – May 17 | Helium Comedy Club
Embroidery 101 Workshop – May 21 | Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
Digba Ogunbiyi Quartet Album Release – May 22 | Pausa Art House
Cake Live – May 29 | Terminal B at the Outer Harbor
The Legend of Georgia McBride – May 29–June 20 | Torn Space Theater
Carmina Burana – May 30–31 | Kleinhans Music Hall

Plus, catch Curtains still running by O’Connell & Company at Canterbury Woods for a fun, feel-good whodunit musical.

Don’t miss out on the city coming alive this spring!

#BuffaloEvents #BuffaloNY #thingstodoinbuffalo

Developed by Art Resource in partnership with Mirabo Press, this new initiative ensures that Samuels’ dedication to the Buffalo art community continues by providing local artists with the technical support and studio space necessary to thrive.

#BuffaloArts #RaftResidency #elisabethsamuels

Teachers, this one’s for you. We see the impact you make every single day, and we’re saying THANK YOU (with 10% off tickets and a chance to attend @boredteacherscomedytour with a giveaway).

To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week we’re giving one deserving educator a pair of tickets to Bored Teachers: “Is It Friday Yet?!” Comedy Tour at @sheasbflo Theatre on October 24. 🎤✨

Use code: THANKS for 10% off during appreciation week, now through Friday, May 8.

To enter:
👉 Follow @BuffaloRising and @bored_teachers
👉 Like this post
👉 Tag a teacher (or yourself!) who deserves a night out in the comments below. More tags = more chances to win.

The winner will be announced on Friday, May 8, and will receive a DM from Buffalo Rising. They will have 24 hours to claim their tickets or a new winner will be selected. Must be 18+ and able to attend. Good luck! 🙏

Buffalo. Broadway. And a whole lot of pure glitter. ✨

Our latest episode of Western New York Soundstage features playwright Douglas Lyons talking about friendship, chosen family, and why this story needed to be told. Pure Glitter runs through May 17 at Shea’s Smith Theater. Grab your tickets at sheas.org 🎟️

#WNYSoundstage #BuffaloRising #PureGlitter #SecondGenTheatre

May in Buffalo? Packed. 🎭🎶

Pure Glitter — May 1-17 | Second Gen at Shea’s Smith Theater Surprise party. Uninvited exes. Chosen family chaos. 🍸

Leslie Odom, Jr. + the BPO — May 2 | 7:30 PM | Buffalo Philharmonic. LOW TICKET ALERT. 🎼

Cornhusk Doll-making & Storytelling — May 2 | 1 PM | K Art. Register now. 🌿

Glenn Miller Orchestra — May 9 | 4 PM | Riviera Theater 🎷
RENT: In Concert — May 9 | 2 PM | Shea’s Theater No day but today. 🎸

Bertha: Grateful Drag — May 9 | 8 PM | Babeville 👑
Queens United II — May 9 | 8 PM | The Caz 🔥

Mother’s Day Brunch — May 10 | The Statler Mimosas + Mom = perfect. 🥂

Full details at BuffaloRising.com 🔗

Second Generation Theatre Company (2nd Gen) closes out its smash-hit season with Pure Glitter,a new play written by Broadway veteran Douglas Lyons. The Buffalo production is the second-ever production of the play, and runs at Shea’s Smith Theater from May 1 through 17, 2026.

#SheaSmithTheater #PureGlitterPlay

🎉 GIVEAWAY | Girls Gone Bible: Revival Tour comes to Buffalo State PAC

What started as two best friends reading the Bible in a living room has grown into a #1 ranked faith and spirituality podcast & live tour! Girls Gone Bible are bringing their live show to Buffalo on Thursday, April 30 at 7 pm, and we’re giving away 4 tickets.

To enter:
👉 Follow @BuffaloRising and @girlsgonebible
👉 Like this post
👉 Tag a friend you’d bring with you in the comments below. More tags = more chances to win.

The winner will be announced on Tuesday, April 28 and will receive a DM from Buffalo Rising. They have 24 hours to claim their tickets or a new winner will be chosen. Must be 18+ and able to attend. Good luck! 🙏

🎉 GIVEAWAY | Girls Gone Bible: Revival Tour comes to Buffalo State PAC

What started as two best friends reading the Bible in a living room has grown into a #1 ranked faith and spirituality podcast & live tour! Girls Gone Bible are bringing their live show to Buffalo on Thursday, April 30 at 7 pm, and we’re giving away 4 tickets.

To enter:
👉 Follow @BuffaloRising and @girlsgonebible
👉 Like this post
👉 Tag a friend you’d bring with you in the comments below. More tags = more chances to win.

The winner will be announced on Tuesday, April 28 and will receive a DM from Buffalo Rising. They have 24 hours to claim their tickets or a new winner will be chosen. Must be 18+ and able to attend. Good luck! 🙏

Reserve Steakhouse is coming to Larkinville this June.

Chef Darian and Jessica Darian are taking over 703 Seneca Street to create a spot that’s all about great hospitality and even better food. Plus, there’s more to come this fall with the launch of Back of House Burger in the same building.

#BuffaloFoodies #Larkinville #ReserveSteakhouse #ChefDarian #buffalorising

Freddie Knight sat down with the Building Buffalo podcast to discuss the growth of “Rookie Knights,” a monthly amateur drag king competition. The conversation covers Freddie’s roots in comedy, his drag evolution, and how local support from Arts Services Inc. is fostering new talent on Amherst Street.

#BuffaloArts #DragKings #SupportLocal

Fat Bob’s Smokehouse is back open after a short renovation, with a refreshed bar and service area that keeps the spirit of the space while making things run smoother. Stop by this weekend as they celebrate the reopening with live music, St. Patrick’s Day festivities, and plenty of great food and drinks.

#FatBobsSmokehouse #BuffaloNY #AllentownBuffalo #StPatricksDay

Buffalo mourns the loss of Jonathan Dandes, a visionary leader whose influence touched every corner of our city. From his transformative leadership with the Buffalo Bisons and Sahlen Field to his dedicated service on the boards of the Buffalo Zoo, Shea’s, and ECMC, Jon was a driving force behind the Buffalo renaissance. His tenacity, mentorship, and deep love for the Queen City leave an indelible mark on the community he helped build.

#BuffaloNY #QueenCity #JonDandes #BuffaloBisons #WNYCommunity