Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 01:05 pm
Oscar-winning actor and filmmaker Warren Beatty, Emmy-winner and Oscar nominee Alec Baldwin, Oscar-winning actress Hayley Mills and Golden Globe-nominated actor Richard Roundtree have joined the growing roster of special guests for the 2011 TCM Classic Film Festival, taking place in Hollywood April 28 through May 1.
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 01:00 pm
Bravo's "Top Chef Masters" returns with a brand new format and 12 new award-winning chefs hungry to compete for the title of "Top Chef Master" and win $100,000 for their charity.
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 12:45 pm
Niagara Falls Bridge Commission Chairman Patrick Brown presents Artpark President George Osborne with a contribution, continuing the commission's support of Artpark's binational programming and Canadian marketing efforts. Artpark & Company, a non-profit cultural organization, programs and markets all the summer shows, concerts and family activities presented at the Earl W. Brydges Artpark. Artpark draws an annual attendance of more than 300,000 from the U.S. and Canada.
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 11:20 am
Artpark's "Theater Camp" returns (Aug. 15-19; $250) to offer young theater buffs an exclusive experience with professional cast members from Artpark's upcoming production of the original high school musical, "Fame." Camp Director Candice Kogut guides "Theater Camp" attendees through the principles of acting, singing, dancing, storytelling and more. As an added bonus, all "Theater Camp" enrollees will be treated to the Aug. 18 matinee presentation of Artpark's production of "Fame - The Musical." The camp culminates with a backstage theater tour and camper-created Mainstage performance on the final day.
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 11:15 am
NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products Group and "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" are teaming with iconic ice cream company Ben & Jerry's to introduce the new flavor titled "Late Night Snack." The unique new flavor features a rich vanilla bean ice cream with a salty caramel swirl and crunchy fudge-covered potato chip clusters - the perfect mix of salt and sweet for a late night snack.
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 11:15 am
The fifth annual "Art of Beer" at the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center is this Friday, March 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. Tickets are still available and are only $25 in advance or $30 the day of the event.
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 11:15 am
The Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, will present Buddy Guy on Monday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre, located at the Center for the Arts, North Campus. Buffalo native Tom Hambridge will open the concert.
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 11:10 am
Five-time Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter and actress Christina Aguilera ("Back to Basics," "Burlesque") has been named as a musician coach on NBC's new musical competition series "The Voice," premiering on Tuesday, April 26 (9-11 p.m. ET). Aguilera joins previously announced musician coaches Cee Lo Green and Adam Levine. Paul Telegdy, executive vice president of alternative programming at NBC and universal media studios, made the announcement.
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 10:50 am
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Thu, Mar 3rd 2011 10:45 am
The season 12 star-studded cast and their professional partners get ready to break in their dancing shoes on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" for the long awaited two-hour season premiere, Monday, March 21 (8 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network. In alphabetical order, with their professional partners, the 11 stars making their dancing debut are:
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Tue, Mar 1st 2011 04:50 pm
The Greater Niagara Ballet Co. is holding auditions Saturday, March 5, for an upcoming spring production. Ballet dancers between the ages of 10-12 are invited to try out at 10 a.m. at the Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls (enter through the Portage Road's side purple door).
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Tue, Mar 1st 2011 04:45 pm
Empire State College, of the State University of New York, will hold public information session(s) about its associate and bachelor's degree programs at its Niagara Frontier Center, Appletree Business Park, 2875 Union Road, Cheektowaga, on:
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Tue, Mar 1st 2011 04:40 pm
A star-studded cast filled with celebrities across a variety of genres - including a boxing legend, a talk-show personality, a Super Bowl Steeler, a former Playboy bunny and a legendary comedic actress - are set to compete each week on the dance floor in the spectacular two-hour season premiere of "Dancing with the Stars," Monday, March 21 (8 p.m., ET), on the ABC Television Network.
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Tue, Mar 1st 2011 04:15 pm
As part of the buildup to the 2011 edition of the TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood, Turner Classic Movies is expanding its second annual "Road to Hollywood" tour to 10 cities nationwide. The "Road to Hollywood" tour features free screenings of classic films, along with live appearances by such enduring stars as Ernest Borgnine, Angie Dickinson, Tippi Hedren, Shirley Jones, Jane Powell, Angela Lansbury, Burt Reynolds and Eva Marie Saint.
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Tue, Mar 1st 2011 04:05 pm
Television personality Kelly Osbourne will step in for her mother, Sharon, as the first guest co-host to appear on "The Talk," Wednesday, March 2, through Friday, March 4, (2 p.m., ET), joining co-hosts Julie Chen, Sara Gilbert, Holly Robinson Peete and Leah Remini.
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Tue, Mar 1st 2011 04:00 pm
Josh Groban will perform in Buffalo at HSBC Arena as part of his "Straight to You Tour 2011" on Friday, June 3, at 8 p.m.
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Tue, Mar 1st 2011 04:00 pm
The Center for the Arts at the University at Buffalo welcomes Bob Newhart on Friday, April 1, at 8 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre, located at the Center for the Arts, North Campus. The performance is presented by Beechwood Continuing Care and proceeds will benefit Beechwood's "Welcome Home" initiative.
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Tue, Mar 1st 2011 03:45 pm
Eighteen years after becoming the first African-American woman elected to political office in Niagara County, Renae Kimble is being honored for helping to knock down one of the last barriers to entering local politics.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 06:00 pm
Falcon Aquatics is now accepting applications for its learn to swim program.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 06:00 pm
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced three public meetings during March to discuss Lake Ontario fisheries.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 05:50 pm
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 05:50 pm
Deadline for nominations for the 2010 Andrew John Zuccari Memorial Scholarship award of $1,000 for a graduating Niagara-Wheatfield High School senior is May 1.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 05:50 pm
Preparations are under way for the Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation's 18th Baskets O'Plenty Auction on Thursday, March 10, at the BPO Elks Lodge 346 in the Town of Niagara.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 05:50 pm
Everyone knows the way to get to Carnegie Hall is "practice, practice, practice," and the Niagara-Wheatfield High School Concert Choir did just that. The choir has been selected to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City during the National Youth Concert Series on March 25.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 05:45 pm
The Grand Island Rotary Club will host Rotary/PTSA Students of the Month at an awards dinner April 29.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 05:30 pm
Niagara University will host an open house for prospective transfer students on Saturday, March 12. The free event takes place on campus in Bisgrove Hall from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:30 pm
The Village of Lewiston Recreation Department announces the following programs for March. All activities will be held at the Red Brick Municipal Building's recreation center/gymnasium at North Fourth and Onondaga streets.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:30 pm
The Lewiston Public Library, 305 S. Eighth St., in the Village of Lewiston, announces the following programs, events and activities for the month of March.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:30 pm
Lewiston Mayor Terry Collesano presented a Village of Lewiston proclamation to longtime resident Norma Dixon in recognition of her 95th birthday on Feb. 4. Dixon was honored for her 60 years of dedication and service to Lewiston while residing with her husband, Harry, on South Seventh Street since 1950.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:30 pm
The Cancer Services Program of Niagara County, a part of the Niagara County Department of Health, is offering free breast, cervical and colon cancer screenings to individuals who have limited or no health insurance. New clients will receive a $10 Budwey's gift card after completing their screenings.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:25 pm
Mount St. Mary's Hospital will present a range of programs in March as part of its "Health For All Seasons" health education program and event series.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:25 pm
WNED-TV will present the broadcast premiere of "My Health Counts! Colorectal Cancer Screening Saves Lives!" on Monday, March 28, at 9 p.m.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:15 pm
The Niagara County Community College Foundation is offering scholarships for incoming and current students for the fall 2011 semester. Applications are due Tuesday, March 1.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:15 pm
Whatever the weather, the Aquarium of Niagara will host its annual fundraiser, "SEAsonings - The Original Taste of Niagara," from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, March 3, at the Whirlpool Street facility.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:15 pm
The Lewiston Garden Club has announced it is now seeking candidates for its $1,000 scholarship.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:10 pm
Kathleen Wojtaszek-Gariano of Niagara Falls, citing her experience in family law and service in Family Court, has announced her candidacy for the Niagara County Family Court seat being vacated by retiring Judge David Seaman.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:10 pm
Cardiac testing can help a doctor detect or rule out the presence of heart disease. If a heart attack has occurred, it can help your doctor understand how much heart damage was done.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:05 pm
The Lewiston Democratic Committee has announced its search for persons interested in running for the following Town of Lewiston elected positions, which are subject to election races in 2011: town supervisor; town clerk; superintendent of highways; Town Board (two positions); and town justice (two positions).
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 04:05 pm
The Lewiston Republican Committee reports it is now seeking candidates interested in running for local office or incumbents who wish to be endorsed by the committee for this year's election.
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Mon, Feb 28th 2011 03:40 pm
The Niagara County Sheriff's Office is continuing its search for Jessica Placek, age 16, who was reported missing at approximately 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27, on the Niagara University campus.
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