Buffalo Rising

The Pothole Bandit has struck again, but this time he/she is not filling in potholes with artistic mosaics. Instead, the guerrilla artist - known for creatively filling in potholes and repairing cracks in sidewalks - is incorporating a new element into his/her mysterious repertoire. These new works of art, which come in the form of buffaloes, are being affixed to street sign poles, lamp posts, etc. throughout the city.

This summer, take a long, strange trip as the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra teams up with Crazy Fingers for a one-of-a-kind celebration on July 17 at 7:30 PM. The Music of The Grateful Dead features favorites like "Sugar Magnolia," "Stella Blue," "Touch of Grey," and "Truckin'," and reimagines the band's iconic songs, played by a live tribute band, and amplified by the power, depth, and artistry of the BPO.

From Thursday, July 9 through Sunday, July 12, 72 of the nation's most influential online garden content creators will descend upon Western New York for four days of garden tours. Bloggers, YouTubers, podcasters, Substack writers, photographers, and social media influencers from 28 states and Canada will be visiting Buffalo (and beyond), to capture the magic of the garden settings, and everything else that this region has to offer.

On Wednesday, July 8, Shea's will be presenting a concert like no other! It's The Mighty Wurlitzer 100th Anniversary Concert, and tickets are only $15. The celebration of Shea's Buffalo Theatre's 100th anniversary takes center stage again on Tuesday, July 8 at 7:30PM, when internationally acclaimed organist Richard Hills takes the bench for an unforgettable evening showcasing one of the theatre's most treasured icons, the mighty Wurlitzer organ.

Delaware North has always held a love for parks, near and far. The corporation, whose global headquarters resides in downtown Buffalo, has been a fervent supporter of this city's Olmsted Parks System for decades.

Are you a fan of Buffalo's architecture? If so, the BRRAlliance has announced that is has launched its 2026 WNY Urban Treks Challenge: Buffalo's Amazing Architecture. The Challenge invites people architecture and planning enthusiasts to explore this city's magnificent edifices, parks, houses, and neighborhoods.

Each year, the African American Cultural Center hosts the annual Pine Grill Jazz Reunion at Martin Luther King Jr. Park on Buffalo's East Side. In 2026, the free event will take place over the course of two Sundays: August 2 and August 9, 2026, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. Each of these days will feature a headlining act: David P.

The Invite ★★★★ (out of 4 stars) Guess Who's Coming for Charcuterie Seth Rogen and Olivia Wilde, one of two couples who comprise the entirety of the cast of "The Invite," are direct descendants of the Bickersons (Don Ameche and Frances Langford), a married duo who famously spent their 15 minutes of radio airtime (1946- ) in a spirited verbal war-that is, bickering.

Ever since I first posted about 'Franks & Dranks' launching in Buffalo last summer, the founders/owners - Andrew Tisser, Ryan Lazarus, and Shane Hunt - have been fine-tuning the concept.

When Mike Rizzo and his father opened Sports City Pizza Pub on Niagara Street in 2016, they had great ambitions. At the time, Niagara Street was still in a state of flux. In recent years, more businesses have opened up on the street, which is fantastic.