Western New York Family Magazine

11/19/2024

If you have young kiddos — and an extra table! — this could be fun! Or, save the idea for Cabin Fever season when boredom sets in and adapt the idea to your child's interests. The way this dad uses the drop cloth (available at Harbor Freight, I think) and the method for cutting the "windows" could be used to inspire other projects, too!

11/14/2024

Step into a magical world of holiday cheer, where every intricate detail of Shea’s Buffalo Theatre shines brighter with holiday magic. Take a Photo with Santa & Kandy Kane the Elf. Enjoy a holiday sing-along to the Wurlitzer Organ, indulge in our delicious hot chocolate bar, watch a holiday short film on the big screen, and other fun activities for kids. Capture the Magic!

This event is free for children 12 and under.

Learn more and get tickets at the link below!
🔗https://www.sheas.org/performances/winter-wonderland/

11/13/2024

Once again, WNY Immediate Care is proud to support Coats 4 Kids! At our Amherst, Depew and Orchard Park locations, we are collecting hats, gloves, scarves, boots and coats to benefit WNY families. Please consider cleaning out your closets and bringing donations to our three collection locations!

11/11/2024

Thank you to all who serve and have served our nation.

11/08/2024

The Aquarium of Niagara will thank veterans and active military personnel for their service with a special promotion valid Saturday, November 9 through Monday, November 11, 2024:
• FREE admission for veterans/active military personnel and $1 off for all others in their party.
• Patriotic Sea Lion Presentations at 11am, 1pm, and 3:30pm each day.
This promotion is only available on walkup ticketing with proof of military affiliation.

11/08/2024

To honor the members of our military, The Buffalo Zoo is offering Free Admission to those who served or are actively serving in the military on Veterans Day. Military members just need to supply proof of service when purchasing tickets in-person at the admissions gate to receive their free entry. This offer is not currently available online. The Buffalo Zoo is open normal hours, 10am to 3pm, on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11th.

11/07/2024

The Kenmore Branch of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library is collecting donations for Haven House during the month of November. Items must be new and unwrapped. They cannot accept toy guns, toys depicting war, or violent toys of any kind. See website for a detailed wish list: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/13356199

11/07/2024

Here's how you can contribute to Coats 4 Kids!

Colvin Cleaners is launching its 28th annual Coats 4 Kids campaign, partnering with Valu Home Centers and Mafia Babes. Their annual collection drive will help answer the greater-than-ever need for winter coats, hats, gloves, boots, and scarves.

11/07/2024

The YMCA Buffalo Niagara and FeedMore WNY are teaming up to fight hunger. Here is how you can help!

YMCA Buffalo Niagara is proud to partner with FeedMore WNY this holiday season to combat hunger and food insecurity in the community. Western New Yorkers are invited to support this cause by donating non-perishable food items at any local YMCA.

11/05/2024

The Western New York Family Magazine website is back online. Thank you for your patience. 😀

11/05/2024

Our website is currently experiencing some technical difficulties. We are working diligently with our Content Management Service provider to resolve the problem as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you!

11/01/2024

Disney's "The Lion King," the world's #1 musical, is returning to Shea's Performing Arts Center from December 18th through January 5th! We have a Family 4-pack of tickets to give away to this spectacular show! Head over to https://www.wnyfamilymagazine.com/enter-to-win/giveaway-page_1 and enter for your chance to win today! Entry Deadline: Monday, November 25th.

10/31/2024

Here's how you can help local families facing pediatric cancer this holiday season.

Calling all angels…If you’re looking for a powerful way to make a difference for WNY families facing pediatric cancer this holiday season, we have two! 🌟🌟

🎅🏼 Adopt-a-Family
We will be receiving holiday wish lists for families in active pediatric cancer treatment from our hospital social worker partners. If your family, business, or an organization you belong to would like to help make spirits bright through gift giving, we would be honored to put your heart to work!

🏠 Home for the Holidays Fund
We will be receiving social worker requests to help high need families facing pediatric cancer with a direct mortgage or rent payment this coming year. If you choose to help a family through this fund, you will be giving parents in the fight for their child’s life the incredible gift of PEACE OF MIND this holiday season.

We invite you to join hands and hearts with us this holiday season to lift families facing one the worst plights imaginable during the “most wonderful time of the year.” For more information or to add your generosity to our roster, please contact Lindsay at [email protected].

You may also visit the links below:
Adopt-a-Family:
https://forms.gle/qXnjNXBLc38XKDCs6

Home for the Holidays:
https://give.classy.org/HFTH2024

💚❤️🌟🎗

10/31/2024

Wish we’d seen this sooner! There might still be time to make some before Halloween is over!

10/30/2024

WNY Family's November 2024 issue is now available online FREE on our website! You'll find it at https://www.wnyfamilymagazine.com/digital-issue. November is about giving thanks! In this edition, we have 15 ways to foster gratitude in your family this Thanksgiving and great gratitude activities for kids. Also, check out our brand new “Holiday Happenings” section for fun, festive events taking place this holiday season. And, if you’re looking to get a jump start on your holiday shopping, we have unique gift ideas in our “Gifts Galore” section. Pick up your print copy, also FREE, at Wegmans, public libraries, your childcare center, and at many of our advertisers. And be sure to tell our advertisers that you saw them in WNY Family Magazine!

10/25/2024

Is carving a boo-tiful jack-o-lantern on your agenda this weekend? Check out this article with some great tips that will help you create your family's best ever pumpkin!

It’s pumpkin time! How can you make sure you pick the perfect pumpkin and transform it into a boo-tiful jack-o-lantern? Check out these handy tips with everything you need to know to create your family’s best-ever pumpkin.

10/25/2024

Many thanks to everyone who participated in the Western New York Family Magazine Online Readership Survey. We appreciate your input and feedback. The winner of the $100 Visa Gift Card is Tiffany Giambattista. Congratulations, Tiffany!

09/30/2024

WNY Family's October 2024 issue is now available online FREE on our website! You'll find it at https://www.wnyfamilymagazine.com/digital-issue. Fall is officially here and we’re getting into the Halloween spirit! We’ll show you how to create your family’s best-ever pumpkin! Also, we’re sharing some great fall day trip ideas where you can get the best views of the season’s foliage. Plus, find the goods and services your family needs in our “Family Resource Guide.” Pick up your print copy, also FREE, at Wegmans, public libraries, your childcare center, and at many of our advertisers. And be sure to tell our advertisers that you saw them in WNY Family Magazine!