🌱 ICC Asks BPS To Close For Eid Al-Fitr + Kids In The Kitchen

Buffalo NY

11 March, 2022

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Happy Saturday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in Buffalo today. First, today's weather: Occasional morning snow, 2-4". High: 26 Low: 16. 🏡 Are you a local real estate agent? Let us help you generate leads, build your brand in Buffalo and stand apart from the competition. Click here to learn more. Here are the top three stories in Buffalo today: Celebrating Eid al-Fitr isn't always possible for Muslim students in Buffalo, as the holiday typically falls during the school year. To remedy this, leaders from the Buffalo Islamic Cultural Center (ICC) are requesting Buffalo Public Schools give students the day off to celebrate Eid. The Buffalo Public School District said in a statement, "It would not require NYSED approval. Our board has the authority to develop a calendar, but it must meet NYSED requirements for days/hours of instruction in a year. Further, we have limitations on the number of holidays we can include because of restrictions in the BTF contract." (Spectrum News)Today, YMCA Buffalo Niagara's "Y on the Fly" program is partnering with FeedMore WNY to host a "Kids in the Kitchen" program. The hands-on educational event teaches Buffalo children about a food group and how to create a delicious snack. "Y on the Fly" is a mobile YMCA offering free youth programs as well as healthy meals for children and families. (Niagara Frontier Publications) A Buffalo man was indicted yesterday in the stabbing death of an 18-year-old during a burglary, according to the Erie County District Attorney's Office. 20-year-old Caleb Grooms faces charges of first-degree and second-degree murder and faces a maximum life sentence in prison if convicted. Grooms allegedly stabbed 18-year-old Malcalm Davis in a Buffalo home; David died of his injuries at the scene. (WKBW 7 News Buffalo) Today in Buffalo: Buffalo Genealogy Society Of The African Diaspora - Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library (11:00 AM) Stitch Circle - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (12:00 PM) Cadettes: Breathe Journey - Tifft Nature Preserve (12:30 PM) Read To A Dog - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (1:00 PM) From my notebook: On Thursday, a Buffalo man was arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with a shooting outside the Mariner Towers apartments. (Buffalo News)Need to get rid of trash? View the full bulk trash pickup schedule for Buffalo. (WIVB.com - News 4)If you've got a big party coming up, here's where you can order kegs in Western New York. (wyrk.com) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Buffalo Charter School Fair (March 19) 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 Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon! — 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.