Let’s explore social events in Buffalo, NY happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Are you looking to take a break from your regular ventures, build friendships or develop emotional intelligence? Social events could just be just the thing you are missing. As they always say, one’s company, two’s a crowd, three’s a party. In these events, you will get to meet a whole new range of people, engage other cultures and understand different perspectives. You get opportunities to expand your circle through the interactions and conversations elicited. Whether you are looking to improve your social or work connections, this is it for you.
There are many events held across Buffalo, New York. Events range from backyard outings, outdoor activity events, singles events, professional networking, meaningful discussions, and more. They are all varied and interesting covering your lifestyle and preference. If you find it hard to make connections or socialize in these events, here are a few tips to save your situation.
Local Groups’ Events in Buffalo
Psychic Saturday
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: SAGE Center
Join us for a day of messages from the other side. This is our monthly Psychic Saturday (there will not be a Psychic Saturday in October)
NO appointment needed! If you wish to make an appointment, please call 716.262.0467 and leave a message
Walk-Ins Welcome!
Cost is $45.00 for 15 minutes
$80.00 for 30 minutes(…)
First Thursday Networking Happy Hour @ VENUE (To Be Determined)
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: undefined
I invite you to join us for a drink and appetizers at another Buffalo favorite and First Thursday Networking!
Group/Event Details: First Thursday Networking Happy Hour at TBD
Thursday, , 2018
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
More details as the become available………
First Thursday Networking is hosted by Randolph Bianchi: Managing Partner – Lakelet Capital, LLC https://www.lakeletcapital.com . Many (…)
Miniature Golf Fun @ Adventure Landing
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Adventure Landing
Join us for some good old fashioned mini-golf fun at [Adventure Landing](https://buffalo.adventurelanding.com/attractions/miniature-golf/) in Tonawanda. There are 3 different 18-hole miniature golf courses to choose from.
Costs are:
1 Game: $9.50
2 Games (same player): $10.50
3 Games (same player – and it never expires): $12.50
If it’s been a minute since you’ve tried to putt-putt your way throu(…)
Stammtisch
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Kenmore library
We will discuss a topic in German and we will play a game.(…)
Final Riverfest Park Wednesday Music with Hit and Run
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Riverfest Park
Hit And Run plays the final Wednesday night free music series at Riverfest Park.
Free parking, no outside food or drinks!(…)
Hit N Run Band
Live Outdoor Free Music Event
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Riverfest Park
Bring a chair but prepare to dance! BUFFALO RIVER FEST PARK
Buffalo River Fest Park, a 3-acre park opened in 2011 and is situated at 249 Ohio Street on the Buffalo River. It was former vacant industrial site which was littered with contaminated debris, high weeds, broken fences, curbs and sidewalks. The park now features a boardwalk along the Buffalo River, interpretive signs, a pergola, benches, (…)
“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” in 4DX (2024 reboot)
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Regal Walden Galleria Stadium 16 & RPX
Official Trailer:
https://youtu.be/As-vKW4ZboU
Film Synopsis:
“Three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River after an unexpected family tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life soon gets turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter discovers a mysterious portal to the afterlife. When someone says Beetlejuice’s name three times, the mischievous demon gleef(…)
Basic Witch’s Guide to Intuition
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Rising Goddess
Do you want to develop your intuition and discernment?
Do you wish you were more consistent at your meditation practice?
If so, this gathering is for you!
Basic Witches is both a skill share and an accountability group. Every month, we’ll meditate together, talk about and keep each other accountable to our regular meditation practice, and share our own tips and tricks for building our intuition.
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Breakfast with Champions 2.0
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Breakfast Networking can help you promote your services, generate leads and sell your products. We welcome salespeople, entrepreneurs, individual practitioners and representatives of companies large and small. We promote locally owned businesses within the group, awareness of each other’s professions, and educate each other to help increase individual success. We grow our business through relation(…)
WNY – Amherst NY Walk/Run & Friendship Building Event.
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Wegmans – Williamsville
Join the WNY / Amherst Outdoor Fitness MeetUp Group for an invigorating group run while connecting with like-minded individuals in a beautiful outdoor setting. This event is not just about fitness, but also about fostering relationships and building a strong community. We believe in the power of combining outdoor activities with social connections for holistic well-being. Whether you are a beginne(…)
Lancaster Motorplex Racing….Please read details.
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Lancaster National Speedway
New member Tim will be racing at Lancaster Motorplex and would like you to come watch. This is drag car racing.
\*\*\*$15 or $20 must have cash to get in…there are concessions that accept cards.
\*\*\*If it is raining, it will be cancelled.
\*\*\*You may bring your own food and drink. NO GLASS BOTTLES though.
\*\*\*There is a little bit of walking.
\*\*\*Meet Tim at the gate at 4:00PM.(…)
Monday Night Foosball at Riverworks
◦ When: Monday, Sep 2nd
◦ Where: Buffalo RiverWorks
Details for #MNF:
6pm Signup, warmups, tips & tricks happy hr
7pm Matches
Format: Draw-Your-Partner
You’ll get to play as many games/rounds as you’d like in the 2hr time frame, and each round you’ll have a randomly drawn partner. This is done with an app, which also keeps statistics you can use to track your progress.
Skill: Beginners & New Players. No prior experience required.
Learn from pro’(…)
Personal Reading/Assessment SOLD OUT
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: 238 Lexington Ave
Please read:
**Please let me know what time slot(s) you prefer by leaving a comment after you RSVP. This will avoid any confusion for others signing up. Scroll down to View Available time slots that are listed below.**
**These are individual personal readings and not group readings**
I am presenting a new approach to the Personal Readings.
I have developed my abilities to read the energy grids (…)
Public Speaking Workshop Toastmaster’s Meeting
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Harlem Road Community Center
Join Toastmasters of Buffalo, NY for a transformative Public Speaking Mastery Workshop where you will enhance your communication skills, conquer the fear of public speaking, and improve your overall presentation abilities.
Guests and all skill levels welcome.(…)
Mindfulness Meditation @ Be Embodied (Donation Based)
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: 2790 Delaware Ave
Come join us at Be Embodied for a weekly mindfulness meditation practice that will include gentle movement meditation, breathwork, and stillness meditation! Accessible to all experience levels. Classes are donation-based- please register online and pay-what-you-can with cash in person.
[Register here!](www.bemindfulliving.com/mindflow-yoga)(…)
Social Board Gaming night
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: 5001 Victoria Ave
Play new games and meet new nerds over a cold or hot drink at Niagara Escapement!
Open Board gaming every Wednesday night starting at 5 – typically runs until about 10 – snacks and alcohol are available to purchase at the retail counter. THERE IS NO COVER FEE FOR THIS EVENT.
FAQ:
**What time does it start?**
Most people start showing up between 5 & 6:00. Party games usually start around 8:30/9:(…)
VR Test Night
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Buffalo Game Space
VR Playtesters Needed!
Join us for for a chill VR Test Night where we’re diving into a few local made VR games that need some good ol’ playtesting.
If you’re a dev in the Buffalo area with a VR game itching for feedback, bring it along – the more, the merrier!
Bring along your own Quest 2 or Quest 3 headset if you have one, but don’t worry if you don’t – we’ve got a few extras available for use(…)
PMC Money Tank pop-up Buffalo
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: 4624 Goodrich Rd
Join the Buffalo Real Estate Investing Meetup Group for an informative workshop designed for beginners looking to dive into the world of real estate investment. Whether you’re curious about rental properties, fix-and-flip projects, or passive income strategies, this workshop will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to start your journey. Network with experienced real estate investors(…)
Tuesday Night Games @ Wegman’s
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Wegmans
Newcomers are welcome to this friendly boardgame group that meets in the upstairs area of Wegman’s cafe every Tuesday to play board games!
Most players show up between 6:00-6:30 and frequently eat dinner here. The store is open until midnight for playing in, but players tend to wrap up their games around 9-9:30 and get a bit of grocery shopping in since it’s a week night. Many of the regulars do (…)
Tips to meet people at social events
You can make more friends at one party by showing interest in them than in a month by trying to meet people online. Meeting new people and making genuine connections in local events can be fun and easy if you go with the right mindset.
When it comes to meeting new people, nothing beats showing up in the real world. But none of the tips will work if you are not coming from the right place. Keep an open mind when attending social events. Reframe strangers as potential friends, it will make it much easier to approach conversations and fully engage in them.
When choosing an event, keep an eye on interesting themes, something you can relate to. Meeting new people in the context of mutual interest increases your chances of being friends.
Research events with the types of people you want to meet. They could be people in your age group, your field of work, or a specific neighborhood. Do not be too strict though, loosen up a little bit from your expectations.
Go where people are intentionally looking to make friends such as networking events where it feels normal and expected to walk up and introduce yourself.
In this digital era, apps and websites are the most convenient solutions for finding out about local events. If you are not sure where to look for events happening in Buffalo, you can try out Visitbuffaloniagara.com, Stepoutbuffalo.com, or Newyorkbyrail.com.
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AGLMH 2024 Annual Conference
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Buffalo
Join AGLMH for a fun time in Buffalo, NY
DECADES Silent Disco (70s/80s, 90s, 2Ks) at Buffalo RiverWorks! – 9/6/24
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Buffalo RiverWorks
It’s a Battle of the Decades! Gather up your friends for this one, you wont want to miss this at Buffalo RiverWorks!
THE BIRDS (Alfred Hitchcock) on the Big Screen! (Tue Sep 3- 7:30pm)
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: The Screening Room Cinema Cafe
THE BIRDS (Alfred Hitchcock) on the Big Screen! (Tue Sep 3- 7:30pm)
The Art of Hearing God
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: First Calvary Missionary Baptist Church
The Art of Hearing God is a Three-Day Intensive that is an impactful event aimed at helping individuals enhance their spiritual discernment.
Hartman’s Classic’s Cocktail Class in the Barrel Room
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Hartman’s Distilling Co.
Learn how to make two of Hartman’s classic cocktails!
Eat. Learn. GROW! with Lisa Coppola
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Angry Buffalo @ The Rose Garden
Join us for lunch, networking, and an awesome presentation by Lisa Coppola!
French Style Rolling Pin Make & Take
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Rockler Woodworking and Hardware – Buffalo
Turn a French rolling pin. Use your own flair to create a one of a kind rolling pin. You will be guided through the steps to turn, sand and finish your very own cherry rolling pin. Each participant will leave with roughly a 18” x 1.5” French style rolling pin.
Amherst Police Club 2024 Summer Outing
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Island Park
Don’t miss one of the best events of the summer as the APC Summer Outing returns to Island Park in Williamsville.
Birdies, Bites, & Botox
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: GolfDojo
Treat yourself and joins us for some charcuterie, snacks, drinks, simulator golf, and botox/dysport from Lindsay Penna of Monroe Medspa!
Suny Clash Back to School Party
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: Buffalo
Suny Clash Back to School Party
Sheila Sedor Stack Benefit
◦ When: Saturday, Sep 7th
◦ Where: George F. Lamm American Legion Post 622
Join us at the Sheila Sedor Stack Benefit to support our dear friend Sheila in her time of need – let’s come together and make a difference!
Meat-less Raffle 2024
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Variety – The Children’s Charity of Buffalo and WNY
WNY’s 2nd Annual Meat-less raffle is a 100% vegan version of a traditional meat raffle. Proceeds benefit Penelope’s Place the Sanctuary
VERSES FROM THE VAULT
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: 240 Pine Ridge Rd
Step into the VERSES FROM THE VAULT event and immerse yourself in a night of hidden gems and untold stories through poetry and spoken word p
Buffalo Cutting Board
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Rockler Woodworking and Hardware – Buffalo
Football season is almost here! Get ready to cheer on your favorite team with this one of a kind wooden cheeseboard. This is a two session class. Session I will be 9/6/2024 from 1-3pm. Session I you will be guided through a CNC machine and cut the Buffalo inlay. Later pour epoxy into the pocket you created. Session II will be one week later, 09/13/2024 from 1-3pm. You will return to finish your bo
Table Saw Basics
◦ When: Wednesday, Sep 4th
◦ Where: Rockler Woodworking and Hardware – Buffalo
This class covers all things tablesaws: what to look for when buying one, setup & alignment, crosscuts, rip cuts, miter cuts, dadoes, and mcuh more, all with an emphasis on using the machine safely. If you’re new to using a tablesaw, or just need a refresher, this is the class for you!
Epoxy Board Make & Take
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Rockler Woodworking and Hardware – Buffalo
**This is a two session class. Part one will be on 9/5/2024 from10:00a-1:00p. Join the craze and pour your very own epoxy river Charcuterie board. In this class, you will learn the techniques of preparing the mini slabs, building molds, leak control, clamping, and epoxy mixing, tinting, and pouring. Participants will return on 9/12/2024, 10:00am to un-mold, plane and sand the table to a nice luste
Wooden Pen Turning
◦ When: Tuesday, Sep 3rd
◦ Where: Rockler Woodworking and Hardware – Buffalo
Learn woodturning basics as you use a wood lathe to turn a custom wooden pen body for a pen hardware kit. Each attendee will make and take home with their own custom wooden pen.
Algorythm™| Become a Machine Learning Ninja
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Algorythm Online Classroom
Predicting the future is not magic, it’s artificial intelligence. – Dave Waters
2024 East Coast Life and Livingness Retreat (Niagara Falls, New York)
◦ When: Friday, Sep 6th
◦ Where: Niagara Falls
You must be pre-registered to attend this event. This event begins on Friday and ends Sunday afternoon.
2024 East Coast Benefactors Life and Livingness Retreat (Niagara Falls, NY)
◦ When: Thursday, Sep 5th
◦ Where: Niagara Falls
Must register to attend.