WSADA XVIII featuring Lesionread, Flatsitter, and Icky Reels
[EXPERIMENTAL] The WSADA event series, a noise, drone, electronics and experimental music-focused event series, continues with their 17th edition. this week.
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Babel: Laila Lalami
[LIT] Laila Lalami is coming to town Wednesday, November 9 on the strength of her 2014 book, The Moor’s Account, the imagined memoir of the very real explorer Estebanico, a man considered to be one the first Africans to set foot on North America in 1527. Part of an expedition that had included over 300 souls, Estebanico’s status as explorer was solidified when he found himself one of only four survivors in the first year, and went on to traverse the Southwest and “discover” New Mexico.
Buffalo Zine Fair
[FAIR] “Printed media is not dead!” seems to be a tagline of the Buffalo Zine Fair (and for the record, we think they’re right). Presented by Sugar City and Gutter Pop Comics, the Buffalo Zine Fair takes place this Saturday, November 12 at Sugar City on Niagara Street. The event focuses on self-published zines and DIY craft culture.
Nietzsche's FolkFest 2016
[FOLK] After the success of their recent JazzFest, Nietzsche’s has announced their inaugural FolkFest, that begins this Wednesday, November 9 and runs through Sunday, November 13. Dozens of acts are lined up for the five day festival. Highlights for day one include Tyler Westcott, the Nickel City String Band, and Folkfaces. Thursday night is a singer/songwriter showcase featuring 15 acts including Whirlin’ Jac Dervy, Jeff Goldstein and more.
November 8, 2016
I began blogging in September 2003 to promote the local effort of Democratic Presidential candidate General Wesley Clark. At the time, I was still a registered Republican. I was always a moderate Republican — I had moved here from Massachusetts, and I think Bill Weld made a Great governor. In 2000, I had campaigned for John McCain. The beginning of the end of my time as a Republican came during a debate in 1999 when the candidates were asked,
Flaherty's Grapes
With assistance from allies of Pigeon,
pursuing a straightforward mission,
and fulfilling a plan,
Michael Flaherty ran,
but then failed to retain his position.
Book Launch: American Chartres: Buffalo’s Waterfront Grain Elevators
At Silo City on Friday, November 4, 5-8pm, Bruce Jackson releases a new book of photos of Buffalo’s waterfront grain elevators.
Labor View: Just Vote!
We must defeat this monster and keep our country moving in a direction that benefits the masses of the working people.
What This Election Means for Buffalo's Noncitizens
Three legal viewpoints on what effect a President Trump would have on newly settled communities.
Bauerle and Bellavia Defame Chobani Owner, Refugees
Earlier this week, during the newly re-constituted “Bauerle and Bellavia” afternoon drive-time show, the hosts accused the owner of Chobani yogurt (and, naturally, by extension, Senator Charles Schumer), of aiding terrorism or something equally outrageous, false, and stupid.
Campaign Workers: Frank Max Stiffed Us!
Dan Jones, a political footsoldier with a decade’s worth of experience, and who enjoyed close ties to former Cheektowaga Democratic Committee Chairman Frank Max and Democratic gadfly/indictee Steve Pigeon, alleges that Max owes him and members of his team of petition gatherers hundreds of dollars, and refuses to pay. On top of this, Jones alleges that Max is attempting to assert influence over the post-Max Cheektowaga Democratic Committee by pushing for Deputy Town Attorney Jeff Whiting to become chairman.
At Buen Vivir: "If Voting Changed Things"
[ART] Orin Langelle’s photo exhibition of past political conventions on display in Allentown.
Investigative Post: Buffalo's Under-trained Police Force
Buffalo’s police force is under-trained in handling potentially explosive situations—and that’s tempting fate.
Survey: The Candidates on Arts and Culture
Each election cycle, Arts Services Initiative of WNY surveys candidates for elected office to learn their positions on supports for the arts.
Looking Backward: William and Emslie, circa 1935
Last week we offered the corner of William and Emslie in 1911. Fast-forward a quarter century…
A Heritage Moment: Remembering Rebbe Rabinowitz in Cheektowaga
On November 13 and 14, Orthodox Jews will come to Cheektowaga from far and wide to honor Rebbe Eliyahu Yosef Rabinowitz.
Cover Art: Around the House
“Buffalo” from the exhibit ‘Around the House’ at Meibohm Fine Arts.
Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival Preview
A look at what films the mostly horror film festival brings this year.
Centerfold: Perot Malting Elevator
Bruce Jackson’s new book, American Chartres: Buffalo’s Waterfront Grain Elevators, launches at Silo City November 4.