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Common Council Items of Interest 11-29-11 on Thursday, December 1st, 2011

The Council adopted a resolution sponsored by Fillmore District Council Member David A. Franczyk requesting of the Mayor of the City of Buffalo, that he make charter mandated appointments to the City of Buffalo Public Collection Board of Appea…

Studio 464 Holiday Art Market on Thursday, December 1st, 2011

By MindWeb:This First Friday, December 2, from 6-10pm, 464 Gallery will be opening all of its floors and doors with an art opening and Holiday Open Studios event.  On the first floor, the gallery will be decked with an art exhibit of fine…

Ming and The Met; An Opera and Dinner Date in Buffalo on Thursday, December 1st, 2011

By Trudy Stern:My mother Lorraine is 92 years old.  Her age is news in itself.  That she is healthy and smart and vibrant is more news.  At
her age (she says) she only chooses to do things she really wants to do or to see people…

2011 Local Holiday Shopping: Day 1 – Homeward Bound on Thursday, December 1st, 2011

Well, here we are: another December. Someone–or maybe everyone–says it every year, but it really is amazing how fast 2011 went by. We hope that you’ve had a good year, and, in that spirit, wanted to offer something that will hopefully bright…

Elmwood Village Charter School Purchases Days Park Site- West Buffalo Charter Exploring Other Options on Thursday, December 1st, 2011

The Elmwood Village Charter School (EVCS) has purchased former School 36 on Days Park to accommodate a major expansion.  With its 2010 charter renewal, the EVCS Board of Trustees elected to undergo a significant expansion by extending its…

Inside Tuscany on Main on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

The first of two exciting additions to the Elmwood culinary scene has opened. Tuscany on Main is filled with all sorts of edible delights that can be cooked and eaten at home with little fuss. This is the perfect type of place to pick up …

‘The Antonio’ Nears Completion on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

Ellicott Development Group’s The Antonio (formerly Baker’s Shoes) building on Main Street near Lafayette Square is nearing completion as workers finish up some minor work. All the new windows have been installed on the Pearl and Main streets s…

‘The Antonio’ Nears Completion on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

Ellicott Development Group’s The Antonio (formerly Baker’s Shoes) building on Main Street near Lafayette Square is nearing completion as workers finish up some minor work. All the new windows have been installed on the Pearl and Main streets s…

NE Ohio’s Blackout on the Word “Sprawl” on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

This story recently appeared on Rustwire.com, a Cleveland based city blog which consistently publishes great stories on urbanism, shining a light on the beauty of the Rustbelt but also highlighting the foibles of our society and the way we bui…

NE Ohio’s Blackout on the Word “Sprawl” on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

This story recently appeared on Rustwire.com, a Cleveland based city blog which consistently publishes great stories on urbanism, shining a light on the beauty of the Rustbelt but also highlighting the foibles of our society and the way we bui…

Lead is Holding Buffalo’s Future Hostage on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

Submission by Ryan Mooney:

There is a murderer holding our city hostage.  Lead paint in houses is killing parts of the city of Buffalo.  This often-overlooked concern is destroying the futures of many citizens of the city.  Th…

Lead is Holding Buffalo’s Future Hostage on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

Submission by Ryan Mooney: There is a murderer holding our city hostage.  Lead paint in houses is killing parts of the city of Buffalo.  This often-overlooked concern is destroying the futures of many citizens of the city.  Ther…

Great Lakes Water Security: Maude Barlow and Our Water on Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

By Nate Drag:Living on the shores of Lake Erie, it is easy to take the Great Lakes for granted. While Lake Erie often means beautiful sunsets, beach visits, and lake effect snow in our daily lives, it is important to remember that the Great La…

MANNHEIM ROLLS INTO SHEA’S on Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller by Chip Davis (a preview):       If you love holiday music, brace yourself, because Mannheim is a- rollin’ into Shea’s. Mannheim Steamroller, that is, the best-selling C…

What are visitors looking for? on Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Did you ever stop to think what people were searching for when browsing our visitors’ bureau online? Visit Buffalo Niagara (VBN) recently posted the top ten destinations that people were interested in (or clicking on)*, both in Buffalo and the…