Young Bills Fan in Search of a Family
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Herschell Has Lots of Merry To Go Around
The season has arrived and spirits are high as the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum is now open! Visitors will get to once again have...
One World Goods: Putting People Above Products
Rochester is home to many unique local businesses, but few offer a global experience like One World Goods, Rochester’s only fair trade...
Mercedes-Benz of Buffalo
A Family-Oriented Business Committed to Sustainability as well as the Buffalo Community. Mercedes-Benz of Buffalo is a family-focused...
In Full Bloom with Stacy K Floral
Spring brings joyful anticipation to our hearts and homes as we await warmer weather, budding plants, and sunshine galore. Leading the...
Dionne Williamson of UPward Design for Life
Home. It is where we start and end our day. It should be a safe haven. It should contain the essential items that help us live...
Buffalo Kindness
Over the past decade, National Random Acts of Kindness Day is a fun, unofficial “holiday” on February 17th that has been steadily gaining...
Cozy Weekend Getaways
It may seem like the winter months drag on, and you find yourself stuck inside searching for new and exciting things to do. What better...
Rescued Treasures–Giving Furry Friends the Gift of Love
The season of giving is here, and for many neglected and abandoned animals there is no greater gift than that of a safe, loving home with...
Share Some ROC Love: Supporting Local & Bringing Holiday Joy to Rochester!
Amy Button has lived in Rochester for over 20 years. It’s one of her very favorite places. She loves the city, its stores, and everything...
8 Places Offering Trivia, Open Mic, and Game Nights in Rochester
The Penfield Pour House in Penfield, NY, offers trivia every Thursday! Answer questions about a variety of topics in a casual setting...
‘Make A Case For Kids’ to give new presents to kids in need this holiday season
Totally Buffalo Cares, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that gives back to the community, is gearing up for the annual “Make A Case For...
Don't miss out on the holiday magic at Rustic Buffalo
Rustic Buffalo Barn Built in the 1800s, the two-story Rustic Buffalo Barn is a vision to behold. Original framework draws the eye to its...
Empowering Women One Babe at a Time
Buffalo Boss Babes’ Director, Danielle Pietrocarlo, strives to create a community for women that is genuine and authentic Five years ago,...
My Clarence Center Hotspots
Clarence Center is a charming town that will captivate your heart! Gertie’s Restaurant captured my attention because Gertie was my...
Loving Fall Right on Rochester's Park Ave
There are many ways to love fall right on Park Ave in Rochester! Here are some ideas to consider while you’re getting cozy this autumn...
Bella Kids Events' biggest sale ever!
Mark your calendars! It’s time for Bella Kids Events’ biggest popup seasonal consignment sale EVER! On Friday, November 4th through...
Autumn Apple Picking Places in Western New York
The smell of apples permeates the air. Applesauce is simmering on the stove, combining a few different types of this fall fruit. Apple...
Check Out The Lucky Flea!
Rochester is known for its support of small businesses - and artists and thrifters certainly haven’t been forgotten about! The Lucky Flea...
The Teachers Desk: Supporting Our Students
If you were to ask John Mika about why he started The Teacher’s Desk, he would probably give two reasons. The first and most altruistic...
Building a Community with Chelsey Zawadzki, founder of The Hive Coworking Studio
On a mission to find a supportive group of women with whom to share ideas, Chelsey Zawadzki built a niche community that inspires others...
A Community Art Studio: Nickel City Wax & Wane
Nickel City Wax & Wane in Buffalo is a friendly community art studio in which people from all walks of life can experience art and...
Holiday Valley Beer & Wine Festival
That familiar nip in the air can mean only one thing: winter is on its way. Before you go searching for your skis, get out into that...
Uplifting the Community One Smile at a Time
Kimberly LaRussa hardly ever has a typical day. One day, she might be seen on television, surprising a child in need with a bedroom...
Road Trippin’ in Our Own Backyards
With so much to see and do in the Western New York area, we’re hitting the road and taking you along for the ride! Let’s skip out on the...
Music Soothes the Soul
It’s summer 2022. It’s only fair to fill your soul with fairs, festivals, and fun. Find your rhythm and dance to the music. Live music...
Buffalo Roots Behind the Next Gen Collective
Growing up, Christian Wade knew that he wanted both music and sports to be a part of his life. Since the age of two, Christian has been...
Rochester to Skaneateles: A Perfect Weekend Road Trip
Does it seem like summer is in full swing, and you’ve pretty much seen and done all there is to see and do in your neck of the woods?...
Historic Buffalo: 5 Spots Beyond the City
If you were to ask the average Buffalo resident to name a landmark in Erie County, most people would name somewhere in the city. While...
A Getaway Destination to Celebrate, Farmer's Creekside Tavern & Inn
Farmer’s Creekside Tavern & Inn of LeRoy, less than an hour from Buffalo and only 30 minutes from Rochester, is the perfect getaway for...
Curtiss Hotel: History. Elegance. Luxury.
Just a block and a half from Shea’s and sister business, the Buffalo Chophouse, stands the breathtaking Curtiss Hotel, a 5-star boutique...
Fun in the Sun in Rochester!
Let’s welcome the warmer weather and sunshine with open arms! There’s no better way to soak up the sun than getting out of the house and...
Janis Reed Interiors Opens Design Studio, Home & Gift At The Piano Works in East Rochester
The Rochester area is getting a measure of lake house love from local design firm and home furnishings retailer Janis Reed Interiors....
When in Doubt, Pedal it Out
Once described as “a magical city to explore by bicycle,” Buffalo is home to a community of bicyclists and well-known trails that are...
12 Sunny Day Activities Around Buffalo
As Western New Yorkers, many of us count the days until the weather turns so we can get outside and soak up the sun. Make the most of all...
Meet ROC the Dogs Rescue
Formerly known as Nuts for Mutts, ROC the Dogs Rescue, Inc. was established in 2019 by Amanda Hanes. An animal lover and rescuer herself,...
The GLA Team: Daianne Osorio
Daianne Osorio, Architectural Associate and Interior Designer Daianne Osorio brings together the best of two worlds, architecture and...
Traveling Trailer is hitting the road around WNY!
Planning a party? Want to celebrate with fun drinks but you’re not exactly a mixologist? The Traveling Tipsy Trailer has everything you...
Restoring Confidence with Home Start Hope
After learning about the Bethany House, an emergency shelter that provides transitional housing and support in Rochester, Kristin Mathis...
Borrow & build!
Meet Darren Cotton, Buffalo resident and President & Founder of The Tool Library. This library is an all-volunteer nonprofit tool-lending...
Wings Flights of Hope is Warming Hearts in all Seasons
In his more than 17 years as the founder of Wings Flights of Hope, Joe DeMarco had seen his fair share of inspirational stories. However,...
Buffalo is for Lovers
4 of Buffalo’s Sweetest Spots to Visit With Your Valentine The sweetest holiday of the year is here with delicious chocolates, candy...
The perfect Valentine's Day from Buffalo to Rochester!
Sometimes, when we think about Valentine’s Day, we think of flowers and boxes of chocolates, or the good ol’ days of passing out...
Explore Buffalo's Winter Wonderland!
Though the weather outside may be frightful, there’s plenty of delightful winter fun to be had in Western New York! Having missed out on...
Hope, Healing and Movement!
Gracious Dance in Rochester shares how she promotes wellness through movement! It can be as simple as a sway or as complex as a...
Be a Blessing Buffalo Spreads Christmas Joy
On Christmas Day 2018, Kate Tolley-Gerlach’s father, John Tolley, awoke with an epiphany. “My father woke up on Christmas morning and...
Roc Artists Unlimited Continues Breaking Barriers
It all started when Ed Schram, a longtime supporter of musical theater, attended a musical production of Grease. Schram noticed a child...
Celebrate the Holidays with Everything Buffalo
Imagine you’re off for some holiday shopping. There’s a nip in the air, so you hurry inside. As you walk through the door, you find...
Special Spaces Buffalo: Transforming Children’s Lives, One Bedroom at a Time
Special Spaces of New York (SSNY) is just what its name suggests: special. Special Spaces is a national organization with a mission to...
Where do Confident Women Come From?
Tiffany Lewis knows the struggles that many children face, having faced those same struggles in her youth. Lewis, who was born in Memphis...
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