Past Events In Western New York

Hallowine Weekend on the Niagara Wine Trail
Sat. Oct 25 to Sun. Oct 26 2008
Collect the clues while you sample wines at each winery on the trail.
$20/person & receive the dectectives initial report and enough information to set you along the way to solve the crime.
Niagara County
http://www.niagarawinetrail.org

The Hauted Fortess
Fri. Oct 24 2008 Sat Oct 25
An evening fundraiser to benefit Old Fort Niagara.
Spirits from the past return to haunt the dark and frightening corridors of Fort Niagara! Not recommended for children under 8;
children under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Tickets $10 per person, by advance sale only - call (716) 745-7611 after Labor Day to purchase.
Old Fort Niagara
www.oldfortniagara.org

Lockport Zontas present the 2nd Wine-acopia
Fri. Oct 24 2008 (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
This event will feature a four-course gourmet dinner and wine pairing.
The evening will include a cornucopia silent auction. Tickets are $40/person which includes a complimentary wine glass.
Lockport Holiday Inn, Transit Road
More information call Sue Neidlinger 778-7674 or at Shoppe On Main at 778-5723.

Sanborn Winetique Festival
Sun. Oct 19 2008
Beginning at 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. with more than 25 antique vendors and a selection of wines from Niagara Wine Trail.
Features at the festival include live scarecrows, harvest recipe contest, fire hall chowder and a display by the Sanborn Historical Society.
Sanborn Fire Company
5811 Buffalo Street, Sanborn
www.northofthefalls.com

Binational Doors Open Niagara 2008
Sat. Oct 18 to Sun. Oct 19 2008 (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
Unique opportunity for visitors to discover the rich historical & architectural treasures of “The Niagaras”. 100 historical
& architecturally significant locations open their doors for this 7th annual FREE event.
Niagara Region of Ontario; Erie, Niagara & Orleans Counties in New York
www.doorsopenniagara.com

6th Annual MDA/ALS Harvest of Hope
Fri. Oct 17 2008
The 6th Annual Muscular Dystrophy Association Harvest of Hope benefits the ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Division of the
organization. This event features a wine, beer and martini tasting, great food, entertainment and a fantastic silent auction.
Tickets are $50 and are available by contacting the office. For more information, contact the MDA at (716) 626-0035
Statler Towers
107 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo
buffalo@mdausa.org

Hauted Gardens on the EEEErie Canal
Sat. Oct 11, 18, and 25 (7 p.m.)
A Haunted Hayride and Halloween ghost story skits performed by local children. Volunteers needed.
Contact the Museum to register or participate. h/c access, $
North Tonawanda Botanical Gardens
1825 Sweeney Street, North Tonawanda 14120
213-0554

Ellicotville Fall Festival
Sat. Oct 11 to Sun. 12
Famous Craft show, live entertainment, rides, games, face painting, great food, fun the the whole family.
Center of Town
Main Street, Ellicottville, NY 14731
741-9518

85th Chamber Music Season opens with FRETWORK
Tues. Oct 7 2008
The British consort of viols, Fretwork opens the Buffalo Chamber Music Society's season.
Tickets are $20 for general admission and $10 for students.
Mary Seaton Room - Kleinhans Music Hall
http://www.bflochambermusic.org

Holiday Hollow Halloween & Pirate Festival
Sat. Oct 4 to Sun. Oct 26 (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
7 live shows: Pirate sword fighting show; Forest “Hunt for Jekyll & Hyde;” Talking Pumpkins Show; Wacky Witch’s Magical
Kitchen; Haunted Parlor; MUCH more! All ages! NEW heated indoor theater! h/c access, $
Pembroke, NY
1410 Main Road, Pembroke, NY 14036
http://www.holidayhollow.com

Fall Foilage Train Ride
Sat. Oct 4 to Sun Oct 26 (11 a.m. and 2 p.m.)
These fall foliage train rides travel along the countryside on a 2 hour scenic rail excursion with the colors of Fall.
Pumpkin Patch stops at Ray's Pumpkin Farm. October 11 and 12 will feature "Scotty" the Steam Engine. No reservations are required. $ New York and Lake Erie Railroad
50 Commercial Street, Gowanda 14070
532-5716

Marble Orchard Ghost Walks
Sat. Sep 6 to Sat Oct 25 (Saturdays @ 7:00 p.m.)
Take a walk on the dark side and explore the grim and ghastly deeds of Lewiston's best..... and worst. Hear classic ghost stories, myths, true tales of tragedy, crime and murder. Secret and sinister, most of the events happened long ago, yet ghosts still haunt Lewiston. Step back in time with our offbeat, theatrical guides and we'll tell you about cemetery etiquette, tombstone symbols and the people buried within.
476 Center Street Lewiston NY 14092
www.artcouncil.org

1st Saturday Fly
Sat. Oct 4 (12 noon to 4 p.m.)
The Great Lakes Kitefliers Society will be flying kites, large and small and all different colors. Bring your family and come fly with
us. If you've never flown, we'll show you how. Weather permitting. h/c access
Gratwick Park
Ward and River Roads, North Tonawanda 14120

Ransomville Lions Operation Christmas Child
Sat. Oct 4 (1 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
Ransomville Lions will host an event to collect toys, school supplies, and personal items to be wrapped and sent to children in desperate need of hope for Christmas.
$10.00 registration, you will get a plastic shoe box for all items, wrapping paper and bows and supplies to decorate the box. Shipping will be free of charge.
American Legion Post #830 Rt. 93, Ransomville, NY

Niagara Apple Fest
Sat. Oct 4 to Sun Oct 5 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Niagara Apple Fest is a Celebration of the areas fall bounty with an emphasis on its rich apple harvest. A farmers market
will showcase all the local fall harvest. In addition, live entertainment, and arts & craft show, local restaurants, Niagara region wineries, food vendors and kids zone with round out the event. h/c access, $
Niagara County Fairgrounds
4487 Lake Avenue (Route 78 North), Lockport 14094
www.Niagaraapplefest.com

28th Annual Dollhouse Miniatures Show & Sale
Sun. Sep 28 2008
10 AM - 4 PM
Dollhouse miniatures, accessories and hand-crafted items for show and sale. Dollhouse door prize.
Proceeds to benefit Canine Helpers for the Handicapped and Heritage Education Program. h/c access, $
Hearthstone Manor
333 Dick Rd., Cheektowaga 14027

Lewiston Harvest Festival and Craft Show
Sat. Sep 27 to Sun Sep 28 2008
Celebrate the beginning of autumn in the historic village of Lewiston with works of WNY's most talented crafters & jewelry artists.
Festival runs from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. both days
along Center Street in Lewiston NY.
http://www.northofthefalls.com

Garage Sale to Benefit the Gowanda & Buffalo Model RR Club
Sat. Sep 27 2008
Saturday, Sept 27th 9am-?
A huge garage sale with something for everyone.
Rain or shine, a treasure awaits! h/c access
Bella Terra Greenhouse & Feeds
8607 N Main Street, Angola 14006
716-549-2014