Showing Up With Flowers and Love Some stories stay with you. They linger because they’re rooted in love, loss, and the quiet moments when someone simply shows up. Hearts in Bloom Buffalo is one of those stories. Founded right here in Western New York by  Catherine Szabad , Hearts in Bloom Buffalo is a nonprofit dedicated to delivering flowers, small gifts, comfort, and connection to those navigating grief — especially widows, widowers, and mothers who have lost a child. Through thoughtfully...

7th Annual Roc Holiday Village Roc Holiday Village ranked fourth in Newsweek's  Best Christmas Market 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards Roc Holiday Village opens Friday, Dec. 5, at 4:00 PM and runs for 16 days until Sunday, Dec. 28, at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Park in downtown Rochester. All Cozy Igloos are sold out for the 2025 season. A limited number of Igloo Inn, Story Time, Paint & Sip and Holiday Floral Class tickets are available. Roc Holiday Village is proud to announce it...

As the season of giving shines bright across Buffalo, these inspiring women remind us that generosity doesn’t always come wrapped in ribbons. Sometimes, it looks like a shared toy, a tube of lipstick, a warm visit, or a child’s smile. Each of them has found a way to turn their personal stories into acts of kindness that ripple across Buffalo, proving that compassion is the city’s true holiday spirit. Hannah Bogdan: Keeping the Joy of Play Alive The Buffalo Toy Library is built on a simple yet...

If you love antiques, handmade treasures, and the nostalgic charm of the holiday season, Holiday in the Valley at the Wadsworth Homestead is an event you won’t want to miss. Co-hosts Julie Achtyl and Jessie Karlsen, the duo behind Harvest Home Décor, share their passion for creating a holiday market that blends history, community, and creativity. From Local Roots to Holiday Magic Julie and Jessie’s love for home décor and antiques started young. Jessie grew up helping in her parents’...

As summer lake life quiets down, Livingston County transforms into a fall wonderland where the rhythm of local life kicks in. Kids prep for school, families cozy up for chilly nights, and the landscape bursts into fiery hues of red, orange, and gold. It’s the perfect time to hop in the car and take in the variety of great scenery, farms, and farm stands scattered along the way to this gem of a destination. In this fall feature, we hear from local resident and photographer Gina Horan, owner of...

Janis & Mackenzie Reed In the late ‘90s, Janis Reed launched her interior design business and began working from home in the lakeside...

Shop Small First. Ditch the long lines and overcrowded aisles—this year, Pink Friday invites you to shop small, support your local...

From the moment you enter one of the three Tattered Tulip locations in Western New York, owner Lisa Miles and her attentive team welcome...

Vivify Hydration Lounge & Medispa is conveniently located at 413 East Main St in Batavia. Vivify provides Intravenous vitamin hydration,...

Ronnell is a 16 year-old boy who describes himself as “funny, silly, and approachable.” He is also very resilient and very outgoing and...

Julie Muscato Buffalo's Face of Interior Design Julie Muscato Home & Gifts 1 Walnut Street, Lockport 716.201.1274...

Consumers shopping around for home improvement projects may be leaning toward overhauls that can reduce energy consumption and save them...

Valentine's Day presents an opportunity to shower loved ones with special gifts, including treats. Dessert is a significant component of...

Trust the process. That is something Greater Living Architecture (GLA) Senior Designer Chris Bonanno might tell you. He designed the...

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...

As another year comes to a close, we hunker down to decorate, wrap gifts and get ready for the busy season ahead. Whether setting your...

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...

Bringing creative skills and fun experiences to area neighbors, Rochester Brainery is an exciting community classroom and event space. A...

Across the gently rolling Canandaigua countryside just east of Rochester, stunning Lincoln Hill Farms is perfect for any occasion!...

It’s time to get outside! Fireplace Fashions offers a wide variety of fire tables and fire pits, including liquid propane, natural gas,...

Daianne Osorio, Architectural Associate and Interior Designer Daianne Osorio brings together the best of two worlds, architecture and...

Today's pets are increasingly on the go. Individuals and families planning to travel are increasingly choosing to take their pets along...

Planning a party? Want to celebrate with fun drinks but you’re not exactly a mixologist? The Traveling Tipsy Trailer has everything you...

If you have ever been fortunate enough to enjoy the companionship of a horse or a dog, you know that they are more than pets. They are...