Summer Reading 2013, Buffalo and Erie County Public Library Kids ages 12 & under Summer Reading participants are asked to write brief book reviews, each of which counts as an entry in a prize drawing. The more book reviews submitted, the better chances of winning. Submissions can be fiction or nonfiction books. There are some great prizes to be won. The book reviews can be submitted online. Visit the reading program’s website to get started!
Now running through the end of October, Hidden Valley Animal Adventure Park hosts a guided trolley tour to view over 200 animals! Each ticket comes with a cup of grain and access to Small Animal Adventure, where you can interact with smaller, friendly animals. Tickets are $18 for adults and $14 for kids ages 3-10. The park is located in Varysburg, NY. The tours run on weekdays starting in late June. See Hidden Valley Animal Adventure Park’s website for more details!
Hawk Creek is a nationally known gem in East Aurora, New York that aims to create an understanding of the natural world. They specialize in environmental education and wildlife conservation and rehabilitation. Hawk Creek has over 80 different types of animals that reside there as they can not be returned to their natural habitat, due to permanent injury or dependence on humans. There are over 2,500 educational programs provided by Hawk Creek each year, such as Rise of the Raptors! coming up tomorrow, June 8th. See the event calendar for more information, and to keep track of more upcoming events at Hawk Creek such as The Wildlife and Renaissance Festival in July! Visit Hawk Creek’s Website to learn more!
[ddownload id=”955″ text=”Download Flyer” style=”button” color=”yellow”]We are excited to announce our Future Littles Waiting List Program is up & running! This program pairs your company or organization with a group of kids waiting for Big Brother & Big Sisters for a one-time event. Your group plans the activity with the help of our agency coordinator, who will also be present throughout the event for support. Why participate? Well, it’s a great time and a win-win for all involved– our kids waiting for a “Big” get a chance to participate in a fun activity and your employees/members get a chance to see what it’s like to a “Big” for a day. We’ve recently held successful events with E-Medco, Lawley Insurance and Ernst & Young. Activities…
Tifft Nature Preserve is a 264-acre nature refuge dedicated to conservation and environmental education. Tifft is hosting many events that you and your Little can enjoy this summer! Please check out our events calendar for one-time special events, and check out the ongoing events below: Wellness Walks: Every Thursday at 10AM Trek Tifft: Every Sunday at 2PM Tifft Nature preserve is located off of Fuhrman Blvd in Buffalo. Science of our City: Health Sciences in WNY: Every Tuesday 3-6PM at Canalside (44 Prime Street, Buffalo)Coinciding with Body Worlds Vital on exhibit at the Buffalo Museum of Science, activities will focus on health sciences of the region including the Museum’s first Science Studio Explore YOU presented by Independent Health, the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, healthy by…
Pop into Dick’s Bicycle Shop in Tonawanda, where you can rent a specialized bike for about $10/hour to ride in Isle View Park or Niawanda Park. The shop is located at: 781 Niagara Street Tonawanda, NY. Give them a call at: 716-694-9232
At Gateway Harbor in Tonawanda you can rent a Hydro Bike, Kayak or Stand-Up Paddle Board for about $10/hour. This is a fun way to get out and enjoy the summer sunshine on the water with your Little. Life jackets are provided. Check out Water Bike & Boat Adventure’s Website or call them at 716-316-3905. You can find Gateway Harbor at 11 Young Street, Tonawanda.
Here’s a fun craft idea for Bigs and Littles! The Bead Gallery, located on Eggert Road in Amherst, not only has a large, inexpensive selection, but also offers personal service, guiding you through the things you’ll need for any project. If you and your Little are interested in making necklaces, friendship bracelets or earrings, head to the Bead Gallery to pick up supplies and then let the crafting begin! Check out The Bead Gallery’s Website or give them at call at (716) 836-6775. 2050 Eggert Road Amherst, NY 14226
Spring and Summer in Buffalo mean a lot of things. Sunshine, heatwaves (but maybe a little hail here and there, who knows!), trips to the beach, cook-outs, and of course flip flops! Another big part of summer in Buffalo is the incredible Farmer’s Markets that spring up all over Western New York! Did you know that there are more than 20 in our area? There are many reasons to enjoy a morning at the Farmer’s Market with your Little. He or she will get the opportunity to try some of the freshest produce our local farms have to offer, and learn more about where it comes from. Most of the vendors at each market are more than happy to educate their customers (especially kids) about…
[ddownload id=”1366″ text=”Download Flyer” style=”button” color=”green”] Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County’s Big Mirror Committee at Coco to learn more about being a Big. All guests are encouraged to bring friends that might be interested in volunteering as a Big Brother or Big Sister. We hope you’ll join us in this casual setting for hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and to learn more about the program. Please Note That this Mixer is for Big Brothers and Big Sisters only and is not appropriate for Littles.
