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Thawfest 2024
Come celebrate the Thawing of winter at Buffalo Riverwork’s Thawfest & a springtime beer, wine, distillery, an so much more festival. We will have over 50 local breweries, distilleries and cideries, to sample from (with more being added every day). Live music from DJ Sike!
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Saturday Yoga & Wine @ Freedom Run Winery
Kathy Noakes created Brave Life Yoga as a way to share her love of yoga and create a space where even the most novice yogi would feel comfortable.
Her gentle flow classes offers yoga for all levels, with each class being sprinkled with love, good vibes, cool music, and humor.
She will ensure you leave feeling successful and that “you are enough.” See you on the mat!
RSVP appreciated, but walk-ins of all levels are welcome. Tickets can be purchased online for touchless and quicker check-in or in the Tasting Room 15 minutes prior to the class for $19.95 and includes a wine tasting following the class.
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Victorian Tea Event at the Carrousel Museum
Victorian Tea is a 2 hour event that includes a three course tea, and a special interest presentation. The food courses include scones, strawberries, tea sandwiches, and desserts.
The event will feature a presentation by special guest Amanda R. Woomer entitled The Art of Grieving: The Beauty Behind Victorian Mourning Customs.
Tickets are $40 per person and are available by calling the museum at (716) 693-1885.
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Spring Artisan Market in the LCO Building
The Spring Artisan Market in the Larkin at Exchange Building (LCO) features dozens of local vendors. The market will be from 10 AM & 2 PM throughout the first floor of the Larkin at Exchange Building, 726 Exchange Street. Park during the market in the lots along Exchange Street or the event lot at Seneca and Hydraulic Street. Make a day of it with breakfast, coffee or lunch before or after at Bratts Hill Jerk Hut, the Swan Street Diner, Toasted Buffalo, Paula’s Donuts or the Chautauqua cafeteria inside the LCO Building.
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Mother’s Day Brunch at Diamond Hawk
Mothers Day Brunch Buffet
Enjoy outstanding food and service in a beautiful restaurant surrounded by windows overlooking the Golf Course. Wonderful Patio as well. Always open to the public.
Fabulous Mothers Day Brunch Buffet with Prime Rib & Smoked Turkey Carving Stations, Seafood Bar, Quiche, Creme Brulee French Toast, and much more! Only $39.99 for adults (19.99 ages 5-12, Free 4 & under.)
Info & Reservations & diamondhawkgolf.com/mothersday
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Taste of Diversity Festival 2024
The Taste of Diversity Festival takes place each year on Grant Street, in the heart of Buffalo’s bourgeoning West Side Market District, one of the cities’ fastest growing business districts and most diverse neighborhoods . Plan to spend the day – there is always lots of delicious food, great vendors and wonderful live music all day long, all on Grant Street – the heart of one of Buffalo’s fastest growing business districts and most diverse neighborhoods.
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Taste of Orchard Park
We are thrilled to announce the return of the Taste of Orchard Park, our beloved community event. Join us for an unforgettable evening of delectable flavors, live music, and the company of your neighbors and friends. Get ready to indulge in the culinary delights offered by a variety of local restaurants.
This beautiful summer evening provides the perfect backdrop for a leisurely stroll down the street, savoring mouthwatering dishes that represent the diverse flavors of our vibrant community. The sights, sounds, and tastes will come together to create an experience to remember.
Artisan & Farmers Market @ Freedom Run Winery
We are so excited to present our new boutique Artisan & Vendors Market! Stop in from 1-5 p.m. to shop local artists, farmers, and purveyors of fine goods, and be sure to RSVP to receive a future free wine tasting!
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Beyond the Glass Wine Tasting & Tour @ Freedom Run Winery
Join us Saturdays at 2 p.m. March, April, and May, for our Beyond the Glass Wine Tasting & Tour, conducted by our winemaker Ryan Sidoti or our vineyard manager Kurt Guba. This dynamic duo is the brains behind our uber-popular First Friday Wine Class, our Wine Club’s exclusive wine collections & events, and of course, Freedom Run Winery’s award-winning wine!
The price for this enhanced experience is $19.95 and includes four wine tastings and a behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking process led by our very own in-house viniculture experts.
After checking in, you will be escorted to an exclusive area in our Barrel & Production Room, which can be viewed from the Tasting Room through a wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling wall of glass. You will be seated at reserved tables which are set up for 2 up to 10 guests, surrounded by large stainless steel wine tanks, oak barrels and original art created by Richard ‘Sean’ Manning, who is the owner of Freedom Run Winery.
You will then be guided through a 1 hour Beyond the Glass Wine Tasting & Tour, giving you background on the rich history and wide variety of wine produced at Freedom Run Winery. You will learn more about our harvest and production process including the equipment used to make your favorite glass of wine!
Feel free to stay after the tasting and tour for board games and a glass of your favorite wine, or finish with our artisanal chocolate & sweet wine tasting, or even have a stroll on our Art Walk with your favorite bottle from the tour!
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The Richardson 101: Tour and Happy Hour
Join us at The Richardson Hotel for an exciting afternoon of exploration and relaxation!
We will explore the ins and outs of the building in small groups while touching on the history and future of each space. The tour will take about ninety minutes and is provided at a nominal fee of $14.
Are you curious about what goes on behind the scenes at a renowned hotel? Do you want to learn about what Douglas Development has planned for the future of the property? Then this is the perfect event for you! Our Hotel 101: Tour & Happy Hour offers a unique opportunity to discover the inner workings of The Richardson Hotel while enjoying a delightful post-tour happy hour.
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