🌱 Buffalo RiverWorks Thawfest + Buffalo Conductors Wanted

Buffalo NY

18 February, 2022

3:21 PM

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Hello again, Buffalo! Important update: You all, as readers, have made the Buffalo Daily so successful that it is my honor to announce the next stage of the newsletter. Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Buffalo Daily. Although I have loved getting to know this community, we want to pass the torch to someone truly local to write about Buffalo long term. So if you're interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here. First, today's weather: A bit of morning snow. High: 26 Low: 11. Here are the top three stories today in Buffalo: To celebrate the return of warm weather in western New York, Buffalo RiverWorks is bringing back Thawfest on Apr. 9. The event features samples from local breweries and wineries, delicious food, and live music. According to Buffalo RiverWorks' Facebook page, tickets will go on sale "very soon." (wyrk.com)An upcoming event at the University at Buffalo will bring together leaders from the business, nonprofit and academic worlds to discuss "Leading Ethically in the New World of Work." The daylong event, to be held in-person and virtually on Apr. 7, will offer managers the tools they need to ethically support their colleagues. Tickets are $199 per person, with discounted rates available for UB students, faculty, and staff. (Buffalo Patch)Calling all local train conductors: Norfolk Southern is hiring train conductors and offering up to $5,000 in starting bonuses for trainees at Buffalo and other priority locations. Starting salary begins at $52,000, increasing to $63,500 over the course of four years. Learn more about the position at the link. (WKBW-TV) Today in Buffalo: Books And Barks - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (10:00 AM) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) - Buffalo And Erie County Public Library (10:30 AM) Lego Challenge - Newstead Public Library (11:00 AM) From my notebook: Looking to bring a little furry friend into your home? Buffalo Pug & Small Breed Rescue, Inc. will be open today and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. (Facebook)Grab a meal with the whole family! Here's where kids can eat for free in Buffalo. (wyrk.com)Dr. Mae Jemison, the first Black woman to travel in space, is coming to SUNY Buffalo State College as its 2022 Diversity Speaker. Click the link to learn more and buy tickets. (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Learn How To Reduce Your Risk For Heart Disease During American Heart Month (February 28) Get A 'Taste Of Paradise' During This Exclusive Event At Atlantis (February 28) Add your event Loving the Buffalo Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next update. — Sean Peek About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.