Buffalo Place

04/20/2021

The second part of our Buffalo Place New York Main Street program streetscape project included the installation of 23 new garbage cans along Main Street and 7 dog waste bag dispensers. These amenities help to keep Downtown clean.

Several of the new garbage cans are located on the block between Seneca and Swan where the large wind calming structure was taking down last summer. Because the structure occupied much of the block, there were few amenities there. Other garbage cans replace the outdated ones that are more than 30 years old and supplement the limited number of cans on those blocks. The new garbage cans match the ones installed on the blocks that have had Cars on Main Street projects completed.

The dog waste bags are helpful for those who take care of their furry friends, which we have seen more of with the rise of Downtown residential living. Funding for the streetscape project is provided by the New York State Homes & Community Renewal.

04/16/2021

Seneca One is now seeking interns for the summer! Interns will learn about community development, event management, navigating health and safety in public spaces, and use their creativity to solve problems and think outside the box. Email [email protected] for more information. ☀️

Seneca One is now seeking interns for the summer! Interns will learn about community development, event management, navigating health and safety in public spaces, and use their creativity to solve problems and think outside the box. Email [email protected] for more information. ☀️

04/15/2021

We're officially 4 weeks away from the start of the pre-season of The Downtown Buffalo Country Market Presented by M&T Bank! The pre-season kicks off on Thursday, May 13th and continues weekly on Thursdays through October 21st. Know someone interested in joining our vendor family? Email [email protected] for details.

We're officially 4 weeks away from the start of the pre-season of The Downtown Buffalo Country Market Presented by M&T Bank! The pre-season kicks off on Thursday, May 13th and continues weekly on Thursdays through October 21st. Know someone interested in joining our vendor family? Email [email protected] for details.

04/14/2021

Partnered with the NFTA, Merchants Insurance Group Contributes to Buffalo New York's Resurgence

Thank you to Merchants Insurance Group for your partnership with NFTA Metro Bus & Rail to enhance the Main/Seneca Metro Rail stations in Downtown! The work on the stations was designed to complement the Merchants headquarters building, which was recently updated with Merchants’ branding through logo wraps and signage. 🚆

View the press release here: https://www.merchantsgroup.com/news/merchants-insurance-group-helps-the-nfta-the-city-and-the-local-economy-with-renovation-work...

04/13/2021

Curtains will rise again in Downtown Buffalo at Shea's Performing Arts Center this fall! This morning, Shea's Performing Arts Center announced the M&T Bank Broadway Series opens with Disney’s "Frozen” on September 10, 2021. The season will include seven productions originally planned for the 2020-21 season, and three plays that were postponed at the end of the 2019-2020 season. Congratulations, Shea's Performing Arts Center! Click for full detail: https://bit.ly/3uRKCIZ

Curtains will rise again in Downtown Buffalo at Shea's Performing Arts Center this fall! This morning, Shea's Performing Arts Center announced the M&T Bank Broadway Series opens with Disney’s "Frozen” on September 10, 2021. The season will include seven productions originally planned for the 2020-21 season, and three plays that were postponed at the end of the 2019-2020 season. Congratulations, Shea's Performing Arts Center! Click for full detail: https://bit.ly/3uRKCIZ

04/12/2021

With the rise in bicycling over the last few years, Buffalo Place is helping support cyclists working in or passing through Downtown. Three Fixit bike repair stations have been installed on Main Street. These stations include tools necessary to perform basic bike repairs and maintenance, such as changing a flat tire or adjusting brakes.

Stations are located at Main and South Division (between the Pulaski Monument and the Ellicott Square Building), Lafayette Square (near Main and Clinton Street, in front of the Brisbane Building), and at 671 Main Street (near Hostel Buffalo Niagara). Bike air pumps were also installed at each of the 3 stations, with an additional stand alone air pump at Fountain Plaza (in front of the Bank of America Building). These pumps will allow cyclists to keep their tires full and ready to ride. Funding for these was provided as part of the streetscape portion of the Buffalo Place New York Main Street grant, provided by New York State Homes & Community Renewal. 🚲

04/09/2021

Tomorrow, Saturday, April 10th from 10am to 4pm, the Buffalo Maritime Center will host an Open House at the new Longshed at Canalside along the Buffalo Waterfront! The open house is free and open-to-the-public and guests will enjoy boat building demos, view the exhibit dedicated to the Erie Canal, and more. Click below for details:

Please join us on Saturday, April 10th from 10AM - 4PM, as we host an Open House at the #Longshed at #Canalside! We’ll have #boatbuilding demos, you’ll see the exhibit dedicated to the #ErieCanal, and yes, we’re going to be firing that cannon (not a cannon ball though, but still cool). We’ll also be joined by our partners from the Antique and Classic Boat Society and the #BuffaloHarborMuseum. This event is free, and family-friendly. See you next Saturday!
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04/08/2021

Irish Classical Theatre's The Year of Magical Thinking is now streaming! From one of America’s most iconic writers, The Year of Magical Thinking is based on Joan Didion’s stunning book of electric honesty and passion. A professionally produced, fully staged performance has been filmed at Irish Classical Theatre's home and is available to stream through April 25th.

Tomorrow, Irish Classical Theatre will host a special live event: A Toast to the Magic! Guests who purchase a ticket to the opening event, will be entered to win a viewing basket which will be given away on Facebook Live today at 1pm. The basket features a bottle of wine, ICTC branded Sippy Cups, one Complimentary Theatre Pass for the '21-'22 Season, and a Script Book and personalized Thank You card signed by Director Kyle LoConti. What are you waiting for?! Tickets are now available at https://sforce.co/3mGaepr

04/07/2021

Happy National Library Week to our partners at the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library! You can celebrate National Library Week and Love Your Library Month with the Library by taking advantage of the many exciting resources our Public Libraries have to offer.


Highlights include: Erie County Health Department Commissioner Dr. Gale Burstein presents and takes questions during a live Zoom program today, Wednesday, April 7th at 10 a.m. 



Explore & More Children’s Museum CEO Michelle Urbanczyk presents and takes questions on Tuesday, April 13th during the IMAGINE Buffalo lecture series at 12:30 p.m.

A new exhibit, E is for Erie County features historic maps and photos in celebration of the County’s bicentennial. From storytimes, to spring gardening classes, to homeschool help, join in on the fun this week and all month long!

Here's our latest community message:https://www.buffalolib.org/sites/default/files/users/dcteam/new-releases/2021/National%20Library%20WeekFINAL.pdf

04/06/2021

EC200: Erie County's Bicentennial - Visit Buffalo Niagara

Happy 200th birthday, Erie County, NY! In celebration, our partners at Visit Buffalo Niagara will host historical programming, tours, and special events for Erie County's Bicentennial. Click below for information on how to bookmark the EC200 events page!

Erie County is blessed with an enviable bounty of stories of a place at the confluence of a Great Lake, a world-renowned river and a Canal that was the crowning achievement of the first 50 years of our country’s existence. This geographic good fortune has propelled our community’s destiny forwar...

04/02/2021

Alleyway Theatre Winter Encore On Demand! Two of last fall’s biggest hits at Alleyway Theatre are back now for a limited time. Rewatch "Currents: 716" and "Screaming Into the Void" now, and see why The Buffalo News called their virtual programming “remarkable.” Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3ujeQ7w 🎭

04/01/2021

Marble + Rye is open for indoor dining service! Now offering a refreshed focus centered around a bar/lounge experience for customers, Marble + Rye’s double cheeseburger and Lasertron Iced Tea is calling to us. See you there! 🍔🥃

Hi! ♥️ Kitchen open NOW-9p. Online ordering available at marbleandrye.net, or roll on through because WE ARE OPEN, baby.

03/31/2021

Congratulations to our friends at the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library, the grand prize winner of the national Penguin Random House Library Award for Innovation for their "Play Down Your Fines" children’s sports equipment lending and children’s library card amnesty program!

Play Down Your Fines launched in July 2019 and removed over $16,000 in fines/fees/other charges has from children’s library cards. Hundreds of children have used the sports equipment and again have library borrowing privileges. The program will be expanded this coming June to the Anna Reinstein (Cheektowaga), Lackawanna, Newstead, Leroy R. Coles (Buffalo), Town of Collins, Downtown Central Library/Reading Park and Elaine M. Panty (Buffalo) Libraries as well as the Library on Wheels bookmobile. The Library System will receive a $10,000 award during the American Library Association’s virtual Annual Conference in June. Complete details are available at: https://tinyurl.com/69sfx9c7

03/30/2021

This Saturday and Sunday, join Mon Ami Cafe & Restaurant for Easter Brunch! Guests will enjoy an exclusive Easter menu of French-American inspired flavors, house made desserts, and signature mimosas. No reservations required! https://bit.ly/3fvU2oX 🐰

03/26/2021

Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum’s new Car Wash Exhibit presented by Delta Sonic Car Wash is now open! The immersive exhibit will engage children by taking them through the wash, rinse, and dry phases of a car wash. From liquid floors to a vacuum wall and a heat-activated color-changing vehicle, children will be able to play with every aspect of the exhibit. If you’re headed to the car wash this weekend to wash off a surprise from a neighborhood feathered friend, why not add a trip to Downtown and Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum to check out this wonderful new space! https://bit.ly/2P4brKw

03/25/2021

Helium Comedy Club - Buffalo is back! Friday, April 2nd and Saturday, April 3rd, Helium welcomes Akaash Singh. Singh is a a nationally touring stand-up comedian and his comedy is driven by cultural differences, an intense upbringing, and a desire to challenge the audience. Click here below to reserve your table today:

Akaash Singh is coming to Buffalo!
🎟️ April 1-3 🎟️
Reserve your table ➡️ http://bit.ly/3lUXUkN

03/24/2021

Antiques Roadshow Book Appraiser @ The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Buffalo Place

Today at 2pm, the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library will host a free virtual program with PBS’ Antiques Roadshow appraiser, and Brattle Book Shop proprietor, Kenneth Gloss. Gloss will discuss the value of rare books and the history of his historic Boston bookshop. He will also show some of his favorite finds and describe the joys of the "hunt," as well as explain what makes a book increase in value. There will be a Q&A session at the conclusion of the talk. Click for details: https://bit.ly/3tUXihL 📚

Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of the internationally known Brattle Book Shop in Boston’s Downtown Crossing section, will give a free virtual presentation via Zoom on Wednesday, March 24 at 2:00 p.m., hosted by the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library. The program is free and open to the public. To acc...

03/23/2021

Oxford Pennant + Maxine the Fluffy Corgi = match made in floofy heaven on this National Puppy Day 😍

Oxford Pennant has teamed up with one of our favorite social media stars, Maxine, to create a very special collection of pennants, patches, and banners. You can even make your own custom piece to celebrate your four-legged superstar. Click to shop today: https://bit.ly/398bUlK

03/18/2021

Cars Sharing Lower Main Street construction is getting an early spring start and it is going to affect traffic and parking on Main Street in the Theatre District, Fountain Plaza and 500 Block areas this weekend. Two new catenary poles are being installed near the Thruway overpass. Metro Rail will not be able to run past Seneca Street to Canalside, and will need to run on a single tract to provide service. This will limit parking and driving on Main between Tupper and Mohawk Streets because trains will travel part of the time in the opposite direction as automobile traffic.

No driving or parking will be allowed on Main Street from 11pm Friday night, March 19th to 7am Monday morning, March 22nd in the following areas:
• West side heading southbound: Between Tupper and Huron Street.
• East side heading northbound: Between Mohawk and Chippewa Street.

Metro Rail will run a train shuttle between the Fountain Plaza and Seneca stations on Saturday, March 20th and Sunday, March 21st. The shuttle will run on the east side of Main Street. Regular Metro Rail service will operate between the Fountain Plaza station and UB. The west side/ inbound Fountain Plaza station will be used for both inbound and outbound trips. Trains will not be able to reach the Erie Canal Harbor stations. https://metro.nfta.com/schedules/single-tracking. Of course, the #8 Metro Bus will run regular service – it goes to Canalside with a stop at Marine Drive and Pearl Street.

Normal Metro Rail service will resume on Monday, March 22nd.

New catenary pole installation started last weekend with test pits to identify underground utilities.This Saturday, overhead high-voltage power lines will be powered off and pulled to the side. A drilling rig will be installed in the trackbed to excavate the new catenary pole bases to 24-feet-deep. Concrete foundations will be poured for both poles. Work will be completed on Sunday with restoring Metro Rail power lines.

03/17/2021

Public Espresso + Coffee, we'll take seven. Happy St. Patrick's Day! ☘

Any walk that starts at Point A and ends at Point B can be a parade. Grab a green donut and be Grand Marshall of your own St. Pattie’s Day parade 🍀🍩🍀 #publicespresso

03/16/2021

Sláinte! ☘️ Join Seneca One Food Hall for a very special luncheon on the luckiest day of the year, Wednesday, March 17th. Guests will enjoy special Irish menu items. Terry Sevastano, famous for his Irish music and pub banter, will perform from 12noon to 2pm. No RSVP necessary and all are welcome. The Food Hall opens at 11:30am and Southern Tier Brewing Co. - Buffalo will be on site with beer for sale.

03/15/2021

Hot diggity dog, Ted's Hot Dogs Downtown is back open for delivery and online order pick-up! Hours for 124 W. Chippewa Street are 11am-4pm, Monday through Friday. Count us in for a blackened footlong hot dog with extra hot sauce 🌭 https://bit.ly/2OrCLlV

03/12/2021

Join Buffalo RiverWorks this evening as they continue their indoor patio series with Skyline Duo! Guests will enjoy food, drinks, and free live music from 6pm to 9pm.

03/11/2021

OPEN! Our friends at Toutant open this evening for indoor dining. Enjoy upscale Southern comfort fare from their menu featuring fresh Gulf seafood and shellfish, buttermilk fried chicken, and Southern favorites like jambalaya, house-smoked sausages, cast iron skillet cornbread, and authentic barbecue offerings. Make your reservation for this weekend before they’re booked up. Les Geaux!

Alright Y’all! Let’s do this! Reservations are now LIVE for indoor dining on our website and @tockhq ! We’re easing into this reopening for hopefully the last time, ever! Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights 5-10pm! Brunch will be back v soon. There are a couple bar tables, so if your preference is the first floor, please note that in your reservation and we will do our best to accomplish! Come and Get It! #lezgeaux

03/10/2021

Alleyway Theatre is now offering a Mural Artist grant opportunity for a large scale indoor mural! The mural will be located in the interior lobby at Alleyway Theatre.

Constructed as a Greyhound Bus Terminal in 1941, the 33,000 square-foot Art-Moderne building, now home to Alleyway Theatre, was renovated in 2005. This mural is to be created on the large 20’ x 60’ plaster wall in the Alleyway grand lobby. A commission of $6,000 will be awarded to the chosen artist to create and install their work. Click here for information: http://bit.ly/3vaLEk2