Buffalo DSA

Local chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, based in Buffalo.

The Buffalo, New York local of the Democratic Socialists of America

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08/24/2026

🐶What’s better than chilling out on a late summer evening with comrades? Chilling out in a late summer evening with comrades *and their dogs*!

Bring your pup of the proletariat to the Temporary Ralph Wilson Dog Park for a little exercise, fresh air, and company. Or just bring yourself and meet some of the four-legged comrades in Buffalo DSA! 🌹

📍Ralph Wilson Dog Park - 536 4th Street, Buffalo
📆 THIS SUNDAY, Aug 29, 7-8pm

RSVP at events.buffalodsa.org in IG bio

08/20/2026

Join Buffalo DSA Political Education Committee in partnership with Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center for a special screening of the new documentary from journalist Abby Martin and documentary filmmaker Matthew Belen, Cuba After Castro.

The first and only American interview with Cuba’s little-known Miguel Díaz-Canel. The film chronicles Diaz-Canel’s formation as an unexpected successor to the Castros — an unassuming organizer molded by the revolutionary process. Confronting a perfect storm of intensified U.S. sanctions, a media war, a devastating pandemic, and historic domestic protests. Díaz-Canel reflects on navigating these existential crises for the nation he has come to lead.

While the U.S. government economically strangles and threatens war on Cuba, most people here know very little about the neighbor they’re told to hate. Moving beyond the stereotypes, this film investigates the actual social and political reality of modern Cuba through the biography of its new leader. This is essential viewing for anyone seeking to comprehend the real pressures shaping Cuba and the uncertain future of U.S.-Cuba relations. 🇨🇺 🇺🇸

🎥 Thursday, August 27th (7:30pm Doors) 8pm Screening
📍341 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202
⏱️Runtime: 84mins

🎟️ Tickets only $4 at:
linktree.ee/buffalodsa in IG bio

A portion of ticket proceeds will go to https://www.letcubalive.info/

08/17/2026

NY State passed a one-year moratorium on data centers, but that's not enough. DSA-Elected State Senator Kristen Gonzalez wrote the Senate version of the data center moratorium law and is advocating for more protections, renewable energy use, and labor standards. She knows we still have work to do, and that starts with meeting with residents where these data centers are being proposed.

Join members of the Clean Air Coalition , PUSH Buffalo, and Buffalo DSA on Saturday, August 22nd, 11:30 am at Trinity Church (371 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY) for a Town Hall meeting to talk about next steps in the fight against AI Data Centers. NY State Senator Kristen Gonzalez will be speaking about what she has learned about local data center fights, and the Responsible Data Center Development Act. This community meeting will also feature a panel of WNY residents who will talk about their data center site fights, and an open audience Q&A.

linktr.ee/buffalodsa in IG bio for more information and RSVP!

08/09/2026

Coming up in just two weeks is Buffalo DSA’s Super Weekend, three straight days of programming culminating in our annual picnic open to members past and present, and any friends in the community who want to get to know us!

🗓️ Friday, 8/21 - New Member Orientation
6-8pm at Chisholm Branch Library (Audubon)📍

Get acquainted with the committees and campaigns of Buffalo DSA. Perfect for new members getting started or those who want to get re-engaged. Learn all about your local DSA chapter. Light snacks provided, mixer just around the corner at Elmo’s after!

🗓️ Saturday, 8/22 - General Body Meeting
12:30-2pm Coles Branch Library (E. Delavan)📍

Get into the nitty gritty of Buffalo DSA’s work and be part of real democratic action. Open to all members and the public. Virtual/hybrid option available. Light snacks provided.

🗓️ Sunday, 8/23 - Summer Shindig
11am-3pm Cheektowaga Town Park, Shelter 11📍

Who doesn’t love a summer picnic? Food and drinks from Buffalo DSA, potluck sides and desserts, fun and games. Recently joined? Want to re-join? Thinking about joining? Party with local socialists and close out Super Weekend and Summer, ready to head into Fall Organizing work!

ℹ️ More info and signup links in IG bio or online at events.buffalodsa.org 🌹

08/07/2026

TUESDAY, AUGUST 11: Support Good Cause Eviction in Cheektowaga!

Housing shouldn’t depend on your landlord’s feelings about your request for a working furnace or mold-free apartment.

Good Cause Eviction gives renters the legal tools to defend against retaliatory evictions and unreasonable rent increases. Renters across New York State have already used the law to claw back rent, now Cheektowaga has a chance to enact these basic protections! Landlords and their paid lobbyists have been showing up to protect their profits, we need to stand with our neighbors and tell the Cheektowaga Town Council to pass Good Cause Eviction now!

07/29/2026

Change is brewing in Buffalo. ☕ A new Starbucks location has opened in Buffalo recently...is this one of Starbucks’ new union busting efforts? 😡

Want to help out, but not sure how? Starbucks Workers United have 2 asks: delete your Starbucks app, and visit union locations.

Remember, union busting is disgusting, and union made coffee will always taste better. ✊️

07/27/2026

Need a reason to get out of the house? Want to get connected with fellow DSA members? Do you wonder “Is DSA right for me?” but don’t have anyone to ask? Buffalo DSA is bringing back our weekend social series COFFEE WITH COMRADES with hangouts all across Erie and Niagara Counties the first and second weekends of August!

Find the meetup nearest to you and swing by for a casual hang with friends, neighbors, comrades, and the socialist-curious!

8/1 10-12 Coffee & Stone in North Tonawanda then 12-2 Spot Coffee in Orchard Park
8/2 12-2 Misty Guild Cafe in Niagara Falls and Spot Coffee in Hamburg
8/8 10-12 Lancaster Coffee Co in Lancaster then 12-2 Spot Coffee in Kenmore and Five Points Bakery on Buffalo’s West Side
8/9 12-2 Spot Coffee in North Buffalo and Dog Ears Bookstore in South Buffalo

No RSVP required; just show up! See you there. 🌹

07/21/2026

📆 THIS WEEK IN BUFFALO DSA 🌹

Join us for one of our most packed weeks of the summer!

• 7/21 Infrastructure Committee’s Good Cause Eviction training
• 7/22 Capital reading group (all welcome, even if you haven’t joined previous sessions!)
• 7/25 General Body Meeting
• 7/26 find us at the Burning Books Block Party!

RSVP at linktr.ee/buffalodsa 🌹

Join our all-member meeting, where we discuss and vote on important items that impact our chapter’s campaigns and direction. Hybrid options and child watch available!

RSVP in bio or linktr.ee/buffalodsa 🌹

NEXT WEEK: speak out for Good Cause Eviction in Cheektowaga! Cheektowaga residents are encouraged to speak at the town council meeting (7/28 at 5:30pm) in support of Good Cause law being passed in Cheektowaga.

More info: bit.ly/GoodCause2026

07/16/2026

Congressman Tim Kennedy is sending our tax dollars to Israel. AGAIN.

As House Democrats FINALLY begin listening to the majority of Americans who believe Israel is committing genocide, Tim Kennedy is voting with the old guard and the GOP to make his AIPAC donors happy. He might talk “progressive” talk at press conferences, but when push comes to shove, his donors mean more than morals.

Call Tim Kennedy’s office and share your opposition, and have these numbers handy when future votes on aid to Israel reach the House floor:
Buffalo: (716) 852-3501
DC: (202) 225-3306
Niagara Falls: (716) 282-1274

07/14/2026

Let Cuba Live!

The Buffalo Anti-War Coalition gathered on Sunday, July 12th, for a community cookout in support of Cuba. At the Sostre-Pointer Liberation Garden on Jefferson Ave, attendees played lawn games, socialized, and had the chance to donate money and goods in support of Cuba. All donations will be used for direct humanitarian aid and will be delivered by a Buffalo AWC member.

The Trump administration continues to cruelly escalate the United States' sixty-six-year-long blockade. Cubans deserve to live free from the chokehold of American imperialism. Buffalo community members who believe this deeply will continue to stand in solidarity with the Cuban people.

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Buffalo, NY
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