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Sign up for flower show in Orleans County by July 14

Fair Flower Show: Blooms and Beyond is a non-judged exhibition that takes place during the Orleans County 4-H Fair from July 21-26. Entries are open to the public and to all ages, and fair-goers vote for their favorites. Each entrant receives one coupon (equivalent to $5) for half-off a week-long fair pass. Entry forms are due July 14, and entries must be delivered to the fairgrounds by 1 p.m. on July 21. Due to space constraints, there are some new size restrictions for...
Graycliff Tours this Summer

Graycliff Tours this Summer

Graycliff Estate 6472 Old Lakeshore Rd., Derby
Graycliff is currently constructing a new Visitor Center which affects the welcome area and guest facilities but does not impact the historic home or gardens. However, due to strict capacity limitations, tours of the home and garden are available by reservation only. Graycliff is open for tours Tuesday through Saturday (for tickets go to: Tours – Experience Graycliff). The grounds may be available Sunday through Wednesday for a Private Tour. For full information about the happenings at Graycliff and for...
Sculptorial Art

Sculptorial Art

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Inspired from nature, Jeff Lennox explores three dimensional painting to create new visual harmonies. You won’t want to miss this exciting, exploratory exhibit of vibrant colors and sculptural forms. Complementing the framed pieces will be dimensional art hung among the adjacent greenhouse plantings, extending the gallery space and creating interplay between the Botanical Gardens and the art. The framed pieces will be displayed in the Arcangel Gallery at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens from June 20 through August...
Butterfly Experience

Butterfly Experience

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Flutter down to the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and immerse yourself in the winged world of butterflies right here in Buffalo. Step into the brand-new Tropical Orchard, which will be home to hundreds of live butterflies from June 7 to August 3.  For the first time ever, visitors will have the chance to get up close and personal with a kaleidoscope of butterflies for an unforgettable experience that you won’t find anywhere else in Western New York. This summer, hundreds of butterflies...
Open Gardens

Open Gardens

Thu, Jul 10, 2025 10:00 AM – Thu, Jul 31, 2025 4:00 PM Gardens and schedules vary each year, make sure to find current year guide book. GUIDES: $15. 2025 Guide will be available in Spring 2025, online and at select garden centers and shops. Follow Open Gardens WNY page on Facebook, for updates! For complete information go to: https://www.gardensbuffaloniagara.com/events...
Home and garden tour at Martin House

Home and garden tour at Martin House

Martin House 125 Jewett Parkway, Buffalo, NY
This 90-minute tour introduces visitors to the unique relationship between the landscape and home that Frank Lloyd Wright designed for the Martin Family. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as this tour often sells out.  Visitors on a Home & Garden Tour will explore the following areas:  • Specific areas in the historic landscape which spans the 1.5-acre estate  • Gardener’s Cottage  • 1st floor of the Martin House  • Pergola  • Conservatory  • Carriage House, including the Museum Store This...

Fireflies Under the Full Moon

Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve 93 Honorine Dr, Cheektowaga, New York
Experience the bioluminescent world of fireflies on this guided walk under a full moon at Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve.Registration required; call 716-683-5959....
Graycliff Tours this Summer

Graycliff Tours this Summer

Graycliff Estate 6472 Old Lakeshore Rd., Derby
Graycliff is currently constructing a new Visitor Center which affects the welcome area and guest facilities but does not impact the historic home or gardens. However, due to strict capacity limitations, tours of the home and garden are available by reservation only. Graycliff is open for tours Tuesday through Saturday (for tickets go to: Tours – Experience Graycliff). The grounds may be available Sunday through Wednesday for a Private Tour. For full information about the happenings at Graycliff and for...
Sculptorial Art

Sculptorial Art

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Inspired from nature, Jeff Lennox explores three dimensional painting to create new visual harmonies. You won’t want to miss this exciting, exploratory exhibit of vibrant colors and sculptural forms. Complementing the framed pieces will be dimensional art hung among the adjacent greenhouse plantings, extending the gallery space and creating interplay between the Botanical Gardens and the art. The framed pieces will be displayed in the Arcangel Gallery at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens from June 20 through August...
Butterfly Experience

Butterfly Experience

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Flutter down to the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens and immerse yourself in the winged world of butterflies right here in Buffalo. Step into the brand-new Tropical Orchard, which will be home to hundreds of live butterflies from June 7 to August 3.  For the first time ever, visitors will have the chance to get up close and personal with a kaleidoscope of butterflies for an unforgettable experience that you won’t find anywhere else in Western New York. This summer, hundreds of butterflies...
Open Gardens

Open Gardens

Thu, Jul 10, 2025 10:00 AM – Thu, Jul 31, 2025 4:00 PM Gardens and schedules vary each year, make sure to find current year guide book. GUIDES: $15. 2025 Guide will be available in Spring 2025, online and at select garden centers and shops. Follow Open Gardens WNY page on Facebook, for updates! For complete information go to: https://www.gardensbuffaloniagara.com/events...
Free Friday Tours at the Gardens

Free Friday Tours at the Gardens

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
Visit the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens on select Friday afternoons for complimentary, 30-minute “mini tours.” Learn all about the highlights of the first six greenhouses from knowledgeable Garden Guides. Then, enjoy the rest of our conservatory at your own pace. Bring a friend and learn about the fascinating living collections. Tours are informative and fun for the whole family, all ages are welcome. Learn about the living collections and historic conservatory. The price of the tour is included...

Lockport in Bloom – Twilight Tour

Saturday & Sunday, July 12 & 13, 10am-4pm Twilight tour: Friday, July 11 from 7pm-10pm Maps available on Friday, July 11 at Kenan Center, 433 Locust St., Lockport FB: LockportInBloom...

Conservation Day on Bidwell Parkway

Gardens Buffalo Niagara brings together conservation organizations from throughout the region. It’s known that gardening benefits humans. Research informs gardening also supports environmental health, sustainability, and natural harmony in the face of climate change.  The event includes a butterfly release by Eastern Monarch Butterfly Farm at 11:30am. Butterfly releases are always joyful and affirming – bring the kids and whomever needs their spirits lifted! Learn about local wildlife, birds, pollinators, soil health, composting, and more. There will be something for...