• African Violet Society judged show & sales

    John James Audubon Library 350 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, New York
    This event is the Annual Judged Show and Sales. It will be held at the John James Audubon Library, 350 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, NY. The hours are: Saturday 12:00 – 5:30 and Sunday 10:00 – 3:30. The show is open to the public and parking and admission are free....
  • Seeds for Thought Book Discussion – “The Book of Hope”

    Concord Public Library 18 Chapel Street, Springville, New York
    May’s book is The Book of Hope by Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams In this urgent book, Jane Goodall and Douglas Adams explore through intimate and thought-provoking dialogue one of the most sought after and least understood elements of human nature: hope. Copies may be available at the library or by placing a hold here https://tinyurl.com/mrx2e4zx No registration necessary – free and open to all.  Accomodation requests: Individuals in need of an accommodation may contact the library at 716-592-7742 no later than seven (7)...
  • Niagara County Master Gardener Plant Sale

    Niagara County Master Gardeners 4487 Lake Ave., Lockport, New York
    Niagara County Master Gardeners will hold their plant sale at their greenhouse at 4487 Lake Ave., Lockport. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 2 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 3. There will be a selection of annuals, vegetable plants, and perennials available for purchase. The sale will be held concurrently with the Niagara Art Trail Spring into Summer Artists, Craftsman & Vendor Fair, so visitors can enjoy both events during their visit....
  • African Violet Society judged show & sales

    John James Audubon Library 350 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, New York
    This event is the Annual Judged Show and Sales. It will be held at the John James Audubon Library, 350 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, NY. The hours are: Saturday 12:00 – 5:30 and Sunday 10:00 – 3:30. The show is open to the public and parking and admission are free....
  • Pushing Through at the Botanical Gardens

    Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
    As an artist and educator, Judith Kosinski has always been impressed by nature’s ability to persevere and continually strive to create new life, despite obstacles. She has taken this inspiration and used her art to push through life’s challenges herself.  This exhibit shows her love of experimenting with different media, different techniques, different mark-making, etc.  Judy’s floral paintings are not always literal expressions of what she sees but often instead, interpretations of what she feels when viewing nature’s wonder.  “For...
  • Pushing Through at the Botanical Gardens

    Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
    As an artist and educator, Judith Kosinski has always been impressed by nature’s ability to persevere and continually strive to create new life, despite obstacles. She has taken this inspiration and used her art to push through life’s challenges herself.  This exhibit shows her love of experimenting with different media, different techniques, different mark-making, etc.  Judy’s floral paintings are not always literal expressions of what she sees but often instead, interpretations of what she feels when viewing nature’s wonder.  “For...
  • Bowmansville GC: topiary

    Bowmansville Fire Hall 36 Main St., Bowmansville, New York
    The Bowmansville Garden Club meets at the Bowmansville Fire Hall, 36 Main St., Bowmansville. Program: Make a Topiary for Mother’s Day Speaker/Instructor: Milissa Jurewicz, Club Member...
  • Pushing Through at the Botanical Gardens

    Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
    As an artist and educator, Judith Kosinski has always been impressed by nature’s ability to persevere and continually strive to create new life, despite obstacles. She has taken this inspiration and used her art to push through life’s challenges herself.  This exhibit shows her love of experimenting with different media, different techniques, different mark-making, etc.  Judy’s floral paintings are not always literal expressions of what she sees but often instead, interpretations of what she feels when viewing nature’s wonder.  “For...
  • Coming up: Butterfly Experience

    Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
    The Butterfly Experience will be home to hundreds of live butterflies from May 16 to July 19 at the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens. It’s included with admission! Plus, new this year there will be a live Butterfly Release on select Saturday mornings! Enjoy exclusive early access to the conservatory, learn about butterflies and help them take flight. This personal encounter requires special tickets that can be purchased here....
  • Pushing Through at the Botanical Gardens

    Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
    As an artist and educator, Judith Kosinski has always been impressed by nature’s ability to persevere and continually strive to create new life, despite obstacles. She has taken this inspiration and used her art to push through life’s challenges herself.  This exhibit shows her love of experimenting with different media, different techniques, different mark-making, etc.  Judy’s floral paintings are not always literal expressions of what she sees but often instead, interpretations of what she feels when viewing nature’s wonder.  “For...
  • WNY Land Conservancy: volunteer for tree planting

    The Western New York Land Conservancy will hold a tree planting party at their newly protected Black Creek Preserve in Birdsall, Allegany County. Volunteers will help plant 75 native trees along Black Creek to improve wildlife habitat, stabilize streambanks, and protect water quality. This is a great opportunity to get outside, work with your hands, and make a lasting impact at one of our newest permanently protected preserves. In addition to planting trees, volunteers will help dig holes, install deer...
  • Black Creek Preserve Tree Planting

    Black Creek Preserve Birdsall, New York
    Join a planting party with WNY Land Conservancy at the newly protected Black Creek Preserve in Birdsall. It will take place from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6. Volunteers will help plant 75 native trees along Black Creek to improve wildlife habitat, stabilize streambanks, and protect water quality. Participants will also help dig holes, install deer fencing and posts, and haul water and mulch to give the young trees the best chance to thrive. Registration is required; register here....
  • Pushing Through at the Botanical Gardens

    Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens 2655 South Park Avenue, Buffalo, New York, United States
    As an artist and educator, Judith Kosinski has always been impressed by nature’s ability to persevere and continually strive to create new life, despite obstacles. She has taken this inspiration and used her art to push through life’s challenges herself.  This exhibit shows her love of experimenting with different media, different techniques, different mark-making, etc.  Judy’s floral paintings are not always literal expressions of what she sees but often instead, interpretations of what she feels when viewing nature’s wonder.  “For...
  • Orchard Park GC: Sex in the Garden

    American Legion Post 567 5784 Ellis Rd., Orchard Park, NY, United States
    The Orchard Park Garden Club will meet at the American Legion Post 567, 5784 Ellis Rd., Orchard Park. Master Gardener Carol Ann Halos will speak on “Sex in the Garden.” It’s not what you think! Guests are welcome....