Buffalo Spree magazine

02/14/2025

When winter calls for a getaway, why not answer with a trip to Lake Placid? ❄️ Just a quick drive from Buffalo, this Northeast gem offers fresh air, stunning views, and endless winter fun.

Check out Jessica Kelly's full list of must-stay, must-eat, and must-do spots: https://ow.ly/ib2P50UYUPN

Lake Placid is the solution.

02/13/2025

Looking for cutting-edge skincare treatments? Our friends at The Skin Center at Southgate Medical Group offer solutions for everything from acne and anti-aging to non-invasive cellulite and fat reduction.

Their expert team is offering a discount to readers! Learn more: https://ow.ly/iUqz50UYTSG

02/12/2025

GIVEAWAY ALERT 🎉 Want to see Grosh live and be part of their epic party? Here’s your chance!

Grosh is ready to rock the Town Ballroom on March 7th to celebrate the release of their third full-length album, Start Again—recorded at the legendary Sonic Ranch Recording Studio in Tornillo, Texas, and produced by the renowned Tim Lefebvre. With their electrifying mix of hard rock, blues, and funk, this night is one you won't forget!

🎶 Event Details:
7PM - Special Opening Guests: Uncle Ben's Remedy
8:30PM - Grosh's Set: Featuring special guests Zak Ward and Harry Graser to bring the studio sound to life!

🎟️ Want to WIN tickets? Here's how:
- Like this post
- Tag a friend you'd bring
- Fill out form 👉 https://ow.ly/gVR250UYRnP

DEADLINE TO ENTER: Monday, February 17 @ 11:59PM
Winner announced: February 18

Start Again will drop on all streaming platforms February 28th, 2025. Vinyl, CDs, and new merch will be available at the release party. The event is for ages 12+. Minors under 16 must be accompanied by a parent.

02/12/2025

Call for at Highmark Stadium!

Call for work – the Public Art Program at Highmark Stadium!

The Public Art Program seeks to commission professional visual artists, or artist teams, to create site-specific public artwork at Highmark Stadium. The artwork imagery should embody a moment(s) in Buffalo Bills football history, “about” Buffalo, NY, local landmarks, fan engagement, traditions, and/or other meaningful representations.
Over three separate Calls for Artists, the Buffalo Bills Public Art Program will seek sculptural ceiling art, murals, and wall-based artworks of various sizes and budgets to be curated on multiple stadium levels.
Highmark Stadium will open in 2026. The chosen artworks will be installed prior to that date in various timelines based on the location and complexity of the installation. The Calls for Artists will be issued February-March 2025 and posted online.
For more detail visit this link:
https://www.buffalobills.com/new-stadium/public-art-program

02/10/2025

Looking for love this season? Local organizers Lindsay Adornetto of Live Victorious and Lindsay Robson of Nickel City Pretty are bringing singles together through unique in-person events like Singles Mingles (Catholic Singles Social WNY) and Pitch-A-Friend Buffalo. These events offer a fresh, fun way to connect—no swiping required! 💘

Read the full article by Tara Erwin to hear from the founders and some singles who’ve found success at these gatherings: https://ow.ly/4XxW50UU9VC

In-person events for singles tired of swiping right

02/07/2025

We’re excited to share the incredible work from Stephen Gabris’ personal project, "In Celebration Of", which he’s rolling out throughout February for . Stephen is capturing the stories of prominent Buffalonians who have helped shape the city’s vibrant identity, and today, we spotlight the incredible Lázara Martínez.

A Cuban-born violinist with an impressive career across international orchestras, Lázara is also the co-founder and current owner of Pausa Art House, a cornerstone of Buffalo’s arts community. Through this project, Stephen aims to celebrate Buffalo's talent, diversity, and the changemakers who continue to define the city.

Stephen’s past personal project with the Equal Justice Initiative included a solo show at the Nash Lofts Gallery. Follow Stephen to see how he continues to honor the people shaping Buffalo’s dynamic story. 📸✨

02/07/2025

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02/06/2025

Winter’s chill is the perfect excuse for cozy, candlelit dinners with loved ones. Whether it’s a special Valentine’s date or a casual catch-up with a friend, Christa Glennie has curated a list of intimate spots for a memorable night out, from Downtown to Niagara County. https://ow.ly/m8FG50USBz4

Pictured is Waxlight Bar a Vin captured by kc kratt photography.

02/05/2025

Buffalo Fashion Runway was founded by four ambitious visionaries—Chad Williams, Eman Wajed, Rodney Chatmon, and Caine McDermott—with a shared mission to make Buffalo a hub for fashion and innovation.

“We’re focused in our pursuit of one goal, and that’s to create a platform for creatives and collaboration in Buffalo,” says Chatmon.

Jillian McGarry sat down with the team to dive into their vision for the city's fashion scene. Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/waLU50USIaR
Don’t miss Black Carpet II on 2/15—a celebration of Black excellence, history, and creativity.

Grab your tickets today 🎟️ https://ow.ly/xs9p50USIaS

Buffalo Fashion Runway’s (BFR) four founders met in assorted ways—none of which were at a runway show or designer’s photo shoot. Chad Williams, Eman Wajed, and Rodney Chatmon connected in

02/04/2025

Did you know the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library - Central Library is one of only 20 public libraries in the country with a Rare Books department? 📚✨ Don’t miss Rare Books 101, an incredible exhibition on display now through April 1, 2025.

Perfect for newcomers and book lovers alike, this collection spans centuries—from 14th-century illuminated manuscripts to Shakespeare’s First Folio from 1623, a photo album from Buffalo’s Little Harlem Hotel, and even 4,000-year-old Cuneiform tablets.

Head to the Rare Book Room on the main floor of Central Library to explore these priceless treasures! 📖

02/03/2025

Buffalo’s fashion scene is thriving, thanks to local retailers dressing The City of Good Neighbors in bold, statement-making pieces. Jillian McGarry sat down with boutique owners Nia Badger (MMW Style Studio LLC), Jennifer Holmes and Maria Chayban (Flip It & Reverse It Apparel), Nick Kirby (Queen City Vintage), and Marcus Humphrey (Everything Vintage ) to get the inside scoop on the city's collaborative retail landscape.

Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/LuKL50UO6l8

Photos by Kalvin Booker, Through His Lens Photography

Buffalo’s evolving retail scene

02/02/2025

This month, our friend Kate Welshofer brings a dose of joy by introducing a new furry companion. Be sure to check out Kate's full column here:

I am here to tell you that this month I am not talking about things that make me upset. I’m not talking about things that make me open my email

01/31/2025

We’re excited to welcome Ivy Knight’s Hotel Diaries to Buffalo Spree! In this series, the renowned restaurant industry vet and regular New York Times and Food & Wine contributor stays at the world’s most unique hotels—and highlights the best places to eat, see, and stop while in town.

To kick things off, Ivy explores the iconic The Roycroft Inn in East Aurora—an Arts & Crafts masterpiece filled with history and craftsmanship. From the cozy, wood-paneled rooms to delicious farm-to-table dining, Ivy gives us an insider’s look at this historic gem. Plus, she’ll point you toward local favorites to explore while in WNY.

Read the full story here: https://ow.ly/GGCM50URgsH

Stay tuned for more Hotel Diaries as Ivy uncovers the best places to stay and experience in Buffalo and beyond!

The Roycroft Inn

01/30/2025

UPDATE !! Good news! If you weren't able to attend the Mulligans event on Sat., The Ronald McDonald House Charities of WNY has a limited # of bricks for sale and can even be shipped! Click here to order: https://rmhcwny.networkforgood.com/projects/245881-mulligan-s-brick-bar-bricks

For those of you that wished you had a chance to take 1 last picture in front of Mulligan's , wish granted! On Sat Feb 1st from 6-9 please join us at the Buffalo Auto Show for Mulligan's night and grab a free picture in front of a "life sized" picture of the building.

Fun fact; The Brick Bar was the first bar in WNY to have a DJ with turntables. In 1973 Marty Angelo convinced Michael Militello to let him bring 2 speakers from a band he was managing (Raven & The Grass Roots)and 2 "turntables" to play records replacing the "jukebox". He set up in the kitchen and the rest is history, making the Brick bar the first Disco in Buffalo !

01/30/2025

“I realized the movie is a little bit like spending any random night at Mohawk—you get to hang out, you get to catch different bands—maybe you're gonna wait for the third one because the first two were s**t, or whatever,” filmmaker Mike Sobieraj recollects in our recent interview. The director of "Bring Me Your Vultures" captured the last weeks before the club first closed in 2013—a moment in Buffalo’s music history that feels especially resonant as the venue prepares to close for good this Friday.

Can’t make it to one of the final shows at Mohawk Place? Read the interview and stream the documentary: https://ow.ly/SHP150UQkpi

Tucked away on a downtown side street, Mohawk Place has hosted countless live shows since 1990. Thousands of artists have performed at the club, including, quite infamously, The White Stripes

01/28/2025

Food editor Christa Glennie reports from Toronto's 2024 MICHELIN Guide that excellent restaurants close enough to Buffalo for a dinner reservation have received recognition from the global authority as part of the region's recent expansion.

To learn more about two nearby additions, Restaurant Peral Morisette (Jordan Station, ON) and Fat Rabbit (St. Catherines, ON), read the full article: https://ow.ly/xmeA50UO3c9

Michelin restaurants nearby

01/27/2025

Your wedding day is a mix of quiet, intimate moments and lively celebrations—each one deserving to be remembered. Go beyond the lens with insights from local photographers Bridget Schaefer (Meccay Photography), Alyssa Flood (Alyssa Flood Photography) and Brian Shaw (Shaw Photography Co., Wedding & Portrait Photographers) on how to make the most of every moment.

Read the full article here 📸 https://ow.ly/Zu3T50UNZwS

Story by Katie Smith

Photographers offer wedding day perspective on love through the lens

01/25/2025

Spree Executive Editor Meagan Doxtad sat down with John Opera to discuss When the Sun is Done, his new exhibition at Rivalry Projects—his first in Buffalo since 2018. The exhibit showcases innovative works that combine photography and painting through alternative techniques.

Opera shared, “I’ve had shows in other cities—Chicago, Lisbon, Portland—that showed this work and never really hit the head in the way this does. I’m excited to show Buffalo what I’ve been up to.”

Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/uxfh50ULpIn

Don’t miss this thought-provoking exhibit, open through February 28.

New work from John Opera at Rivalry Projects