🌱 'I Stand For Peace' At Soho Buffalo + Theatre Of Youth Reopens

Buffalo NY

01 May, 2022

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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: Low clouds, then some sun. High: 55 Low: 44. Are you a local business owner or marketer? We can help you effortlessly run effective ads that reach customers in Buffalo. Click here to learn more. Here are the top four stories today in Buffalo: The International Institute of Buffalo's "I Stand For Peace" event on Sunday showed support for civilians affected by the war in Ukraine. Filled With Love Cupcakes, a local business started by a former Ukrainian refugee, set up the fundraiser featuring other local businesses. The family-friendly event was held at Soho Buffalo and offered a basket raffle, silent auction, and a 50-50 raffle, as well as local vendors and photographers. (WGRZ.com) Early Saturday morning, the Buffalo Niagara Honor Flight Mission 11 took 46 local veterans to Washington, D.C. to experience the nation's war memorials. The Western New York veterans represent those who served in World War II the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Cold War. Honor Flight says this once-in-a-lifetime journey comes without a cost to the veterans. (WGRZ.com) The last major Buffalo theater to come back with live programming, Theatre of Youth (TOY) presents Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" this month. This is the theater's first live performance since The Outsiders was shut down in March 2020. With "Beauty and the Beast" under its belt, TOY plans to announce a full 2022-23 season soon. (Buffalo Spree) Today in Buffalo: Make A Mother's Day Card! - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day) Kids Resource Lounge - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day) Escape The Library Escape Room - Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (All Day) Springtime Storytime - J. P. Dudley Branch Library (10:00 AM) From my notebook: After years of waiting, Buffalo Flea 2022 is officially happening this summer! The Buffalo Flea is an elevated shopping experience, hosted by Step Out Buffalo on June 25 and 26, 2022. Featuring creators and curators, this modern flea will take place this summer outside of the iconic Buffalo Central Terminal.⁠⁠ (Instagram) Last weekend the Buffalo State Rowing Club competed at the NYS Collegiate Championships in Saratoga Springs, NY! Congratulations to all and good luck at the next Regatta on May 13! (Facebook) In memory of SSG Christopher W. Dill (FF Engine 21), the Buffalo Professional Firefighters Local 282 is rolling out a Gift Card Drive to help Veterans and Gold Star families in need. A collaboration of Local 282 and our Honor Guard with the K.I.A. Memorial Roadmarch for Memorial Day. From now till May 27th (non-members cut-off date) we ask for members, houses, friends, and family to donate. (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Hire A Pro To Tackle Mom's To-Do List (May 8) Add your event You're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning 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 the content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.