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Sanctuary Road With the BPO

This evocative program shines a light on the harrowing journeys made by countless souls along the Underground Railroad, as told through Sanctuary Road by the Pulitzer Prize-winning team of composer Paul Moravec and librettist Mark Campbell. Drawing from the poignant accounts recorded by abolitionist William Still, this oratorio stands as a profound homage to the indomitable spirit and bravery of those who sought freedom from slavery. Complementing this narrative, Margaret Bonds’ Montgomery Variations pays homage to Martin Luther King Jr. and the pivotal civil rights movement, weaving a musical tapestry that speaks to the heart of the struggle for justice and equality. At the helm of this stirring evening is Malcolm Merriweather, a proud Grand Island native whose illustrious career includes leading the New York Philharmonic Chorus. Merriweather brings not only his exceptional musicianship, but also a deep personal connection to Western New York, to this performance.
Dates: 
03/29/2025
7:30 pm
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Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States

Phone:

716-885-5000

Easter Bunny Cake Pop Decorating Class

MOST SCHOOLS ARE OFF THIS DAY!! Grab your little bunnies and come out for some fun decorating Easter bunny faces & butts!! In this class, you’ll receive 6 cake pops and we’ll go step by step to show you how to roll, dip and decorate to look like your very own Easter bunnies (or bunny butts!)! This class is a TON of fun, for kiddos & adults alike! There is no minimum age to participate in this class, all are welcome! If you’re signing up a child and want to help with their decorating, please let me know that you will need extra seating ahead of time. This helps with spacing and seating in the room. Minimum age for this particular class is 8 years old.
Dates: 
04/14/2025
11 am - 1 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo Cake Pops

Location:

27 Chandler St
Buffalo, NY, 14207
United States

Phone:

716-992-0868

Return to the Rainbow City April Tour at the Buffalo History Museum

Enjoy a tour of our new Pan-American Exposition inside the Museum’s State Court. “Return to the Rainbow City: Buffalo’s Pan-American Exposition,” recounts the story of the fair—its planning, construction, and legacy—and features a variety of Pan-Am artifacts, paintings, and photographs. The display includes nearly 100 Pan-Am keepsakes – from cups and mugs to paperweights and playing cards – that souvenir manufacturers created for the fair. Learn about the exhibits, the shows, and the people that drew 8 million visitors to our city. Investigate the attractions and turn-of-the-century innovations that still impact Buffalo today. The tour lasts one hour, costs $13 ($7 for members) and includes a souvenir map guide.
Dates: 
04/05/2025
12 - 1 pm
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Location:

One Museum Court
Buffalo, NY, 14216
United States

Phone:

(716) 873-9644

BPO Kids Series: Carnival of the Animals!

The BPO presents Carnival of the Animals, a delightful and imaginative concert experience for children and families. Under the baton of Fernanda Lastra, this musical journey introduces listeners to a parade of animals, from the majestic lion to the graceful swan, each represented by different orchestral instruments. The concert offers a playful yet educational look at the orchestra, encouraging children to associate musical sounds and themes with the characteristics of various animals. It’s a perfect way to combine learning with entertainment, providing a creative introduction to classical music and the instruments that bring it to life. Join us for an afternoon of fun that’s sure to captivate the imaginations of young and old alike.
Dates: 
04/06/2025
2:30 pm
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Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States

Phone:

716-885-5000

Register Today For A Week-Long Spring Break Camp at Explore & More

Spring is in the air (finally!) so come and spend Break Week with us during this five-day camp starting Monday, April 14 and ending Friday, April 18, 2025. Perfect for kids in grades K - 3.
Dates: 
03/26/2025
03/27/2025
03/28/2025
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Location:

130 Main Street
Buffalo, NY, 14202
United States

Phone:

716-655-5131

Easter Bunny Cake Decorating Class

Come join us for a fun Easter Bunny Cake Decorating Class where you'll learn how to make adorable bunny-themed cakes! You will be supplied with a ready-made 5" white cake. We will also provide all butter creams, decorations, and tools necessary to create your edible masterpiece. You will learn to fill, stack, and frost the cake. Different techniques will be taught by an instructor using piping bags and various shaped frosting tips. Once completed, we will provide a box for you to take your beautiful cake home. These decorating classes are very casual and fun! They are a great activity to do with friends or family. No previous decorating experience is needed. The class will last approximately 1 1/2 hours. Ages 12+
Dates: 
04/12/2025
12 - 1:30 pm
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Location:

4475 Transit Rd.
Buffalo, NY, 14221
United States

Phone:

716-276-0706

Eggstravaganza at the New York Power Vista

Join us for our annual Spring Eggstravaganza at the Niagara Power Vista, 5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston, N.Y. Spring Fun for the Entire Family! Activities include free photos with the bunny, crafts, face painting, balloon art. Enjoy free rides on the Spring Express electric train around the Power Vista traffic circle and free rides on the Niagara Scenic Trolley.. Rain or Shine. Free Admission & Parking.
Dates: 
04/05/2025
10 am - 2 pm
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Location:

5777 Lewiston Rd
Lewiston, NY, 14092
United States

Phone:

716-286-6661

Sprouts with Ms. Melissa at Village Play

Join us for a morning of music and play with Ms. Melissa! Music starts at 10am and includes one hour of play! Come at 9:30am and stay till 11am or come for the music and stay till 11:30am. *Price includes NYS Sales Tax: 8.75%* *No refunds on collaboration classes*
Dates: 
03/31/2025
10 am
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Organization:

Village Play

Location:

651 Oakwood Ave
East Aurora, NY, 14052
United States

Phone:

7165442188

Free Side by Side Concert With the BPO and the Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra

Each year the Greater Buffalo Youth Orchestra joins the BPO for a mentoring experience that culminates in a joint performance on stage at Kleinhans Music Hall. BPO musicians spend time with GBYO students in coaching sessions prior to each performance. A longstanding tradition! This performance is free and open to the public.
Dates: 
04/02/2025
7:30 pm
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Location:

786 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY, 14209
United States

Phone:

716-885-5000

Mini Easter Sugar Cookies Decorating Class

NEW CLASS ALERT!! Everything is cuter when it’s MINI and pastel! In this special class, you’ll receive 18 mini sugar cookies to decorate with your LOVE for Easter! We’ll go step by step to show you how to use royal icing to flood your cookies, use wet on wet techniques for super cool designs, and how to use stiff icing for finishing touches. You’ll also receive the royal icing recipe to practice your cookie decorating skills at home! Minimum age for this particular class is 8 years old.
Dates: 
04/12/2025
1 - 3 pm
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Organization:

Buffalo Cake Pops

Location:

27 Chandler St
Buffalo, NY, 14207
United States

Phone:

716-992-0868

Easter Bunny Express at Arcade & Attica Railroad

Visit with Peter Rabbit and go on an Easter Egg hunt to win goodie bags! The Easter Bunny will be hopping down the Railroad Trail! Kids Easter Egg Hunt, Goodie Bags, Face Painting Fun for all ages! Important Notice: Please make sure to purchase all tickets together in one transaction to guarantee your group sits together. The seats you purchase will be the seats you ride in for that train ride.
Dates: 
04/12/2025
04/13/2025
04/19/2025
12 - 2:20 pm and 1 - 3:20 pm
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Location:

278 Main St.
Arcade, NY, 14009
United States

Phone:

585-492-3100

Register Today For Kids Cake Pop Decorating "Camp"

Join us for our very first ever KIDS CAMP! This year, we will start to have a bunch of “Preview Classes”. We are in the development phase of coming up with NEW class ideas for you, baking and decorating, adults and kids, single sessions and weekly sessions. These Preview Classes will be at a slightly discounted rate, as we find our footing for offering fun and meaningful classes for all ages of the community. This ‘Kids Cake Pop Decorating Camp” is a 3-week decorating program, specifically for kids ages 8 – 13 years old. It will take place over the course of THREE Wednesdays this spring.
Dates: 
03/26/2025
03/27/2025
03/28/2025
Wednesdays, 5:45pm – 7:45pm
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Organization:

Buffalo Cake Pops

Location:

27 Chandler St
Buffalo, NY, 14207
United States

Phone:

716-992-0868

Visit the Easter Bunny 2025 at Walden Galleria

We’re so excited to welcome the Easter Bunny back to his springtime garden home at Walden Galleria, sponsored by South Buffalo Charter School! Beginning on Friday, March 21st at 2:00pm, families are invited to get their picture taken and visit with Mr. Peter Cottontail himself located on the lower level near the Apple Store. Whether you’re young or young at heart, the professional photographers from Cherry Hill will capture the magic of the moment, ensuring you have cherished memories to treasure for years to come. ALL families are encouraged to reserve a time slot!
Dates: 
03/26/2025
03/27/2025
03/28/2025
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Organization:

Walden Galleria

Location:

One Walden Galleria
Buffalo, NY, 14225
United States

Phone:

716-681-7600

Horseback Riding Summer Camp

Join us for a great summer of fun and learning with horses and ponies! We offer a variety of camps ages 3–13.
Dates: 
07/01/2025
07/02/2025
07/03/2025
Tiny Tot Camp Runs 3 Days from 9:30am, 12:00pm Regular Summer camp runs 4 days from 8:30am, 12:00pm
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Location:

5315 salt rd
Clarence , NY, 14031
United States

Phone:

7169085436

Spring Egg-Stravaganza at Tifft

Join in the EGG-streme fun and EGG-citement at our annual indoor celebration of animals that hatch from eggs! Meet live animals with Messinger Woods Wildlife Care, enjoy make ‘n’ take crafts, games, guided hikes and hands-on activities. Plus, dye eggs using handmade, natural dyes from flowers and vegetables! Bring your own hard-boiled eggs; maximum of 6 per person. **This event sells out every year!** Please choose the 10 a.m., 12 p.m. or 2 p.m. timeslot. Advance registration is required for this event.
Dates: 
04/18/2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Tifft Nature Preserve

Location:

1200 Fuhrmann Blvd. Tifft Nature Preserve Visitor Center
Buffalo, NY, 14203
United States

Phone:

716-825-6397

Kids Night - Drop Off with Village Play

Drop the kids off and enjoy time to yourself while we keep them entertained! A fun-filled evening packed with activities, games, pizza dinner and supervised play. *Glow Stick Dance Party* *Must be potty trained *Price includes NYS Sales Tax: 8.75%*
Dates: 
03/28/2025
5 pm
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Organization:

Village Play

Location:

651 Oakwood Ave
East Aurora, NY, 14052
United States

Phone:

7165442188