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Fri, Mar 13: Dick's House of Sport Amherst Grand Opening! Thu, Mar 19: Third Thursday March FREE ADMISSION at the Buffalo Zoo presented by M&T Bank
Fri, Mar 20: Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat - Live on Stage at the Center for The Arts! Sat, Mar 21: DinoFEST | March 21 & 22 at Buffalo Museum of Science
Sat, Mar 21: Puppet Festival Mississauga at Crane Creations Theatre Company Sun, Mar 22: GCV&M Maple Sugar Festival 2026 Fri, Mar 27: Opening Day at Sahlen Field Buffalo Bisons vs. Scranton/WB RailRiders
Sat, Mar 28: Maple Sugar Walk at Tifft Nature Preserve
Sun, Mar 29: 2026 Bunny Treat Trail at the Buffalo Zoo Sun, Mar 29: Kids Escaping Drugs Youth Bowling Tournament
Mon, Mar 30: Knee High Naturalists: Mammals Alive! at Letchworth
Mon, Mar 30: FREE Kid's Theatre Classes by 2nd Generation Theatre Academy at Isaias Gonzalez-Soto Branch Library
Fri, Apr 3: Botanical Bunny Days at the Botanical Gardens
Sat, Apr 4: Egg Hunt at Kelkenberg Farm of Clarence
Sat, Apr 4: SEAster at the Aquarium
Tue, Apr 7: April Break Camp with Just for Kids - Sweet Home Sat, Apr 11: Kids Comedy Improv Class (Grades 4-5) at Buffalo Improv House
Sat, Apr 11: 4th annual recreational festival at Parent Network of WNY
Sat, Apr 11: Mythical Terrariums: Kids Workshop at the Botanical Gardens |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: For much of the country this year, March simultaneously is bringing hope that spring may in fact return to North America AND the awareness that every car is at risk for the foreseeable future. All winter long, water seeps into asphalt cracks, freezes, expands, melts, and freezes again, and bit by bit the driving experience becomes a game called Avoid the
Crater. But lately I’ve started seeing the repair trucks out there again, their bright-vested workers moving methodically from hole to hole with their shovels. Every time I pass them, it gives me a lift, not just because it means someday soon I'll start seeing flowers out in the real world, but also because potholes are one of those perfect reminders of what humans do. Playrooms, projects, and paperwork start out neat, but over time, weather, wear, gravity, and
procrastination take their toll. No matter how strict the system, order gradually slides toward chaos. And then humans step in and make it right again. I saw the cycle in action at the KidsOutAndAbout office last week: Our storage room had slowly become a museum of random supplies, half-filled bins, and Christmas decorations that had been tossed in with a hopeful Future Us will deal with this someday. Fortunately, my colleague Michelle, who works in our data department,
is also a genius organizer. A few hours after Future Michelle stepped in and applied logic and elbow grease, the little room had transformed from a cluttered cave into a serene space. The quickening of the seasons seems to bring that same energy into our homes: Closets get sorted, garages get swept, junk drawers finally meet their match. It feels good, not just because the space looks better, but because fixing things reminds us of something important: Disorder is normal, but
it’s not permanent. Humans can step in and bring brightness back. So here’s to spring cleaning, organized shelves, and freshly patched roads. Our tires, and our spirits, roll much more smoothly because humans fill potholes.
—Debra Ross, publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to
Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes
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We’re so excited to welcome the Easter Bunny back to his springtime garden home at Walden Galleria! Families are invited to get their picture taken and visit with Mr. Peter Cottontail himself, located on the lower level near the Apple
Store. Whether you’re young or old at heart, the professional photographers from Cherry Hill will capture the magic of the moment, ensuring you have cherished memories to treasure for years to come. ALL families are encouraged to reserve a time slot here: https://whereisbunny.com/mall/0847
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Bird Kingdom is the World’s Largest Free-Flying Indoor Aviary. Discover hundreds of tropical birds as you explore the pathways throughout the multi-level rainforest. Meet friendly parrots and exotic animals at Bird Kingdom’s Animal Encounters. Lorikeet
Landing provides an unforgettable experience where you may feed and interact with the playful Lorikeet parrots. Just minutes from the cascading Niagara Falls, Bird Kingdom fits into your nature-inspired day trip. Open (and warm) every day of the year, with excellent reviews landing Bird Kingdom in the Tripadvisor Hall of Fame. Bird Kingdom is an adventure that is fun for all ages!
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Join us for the Kids Escaping Drugs Bowling Tournament happening from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Tonawanda Lanes. Not only will you have fun knocking down some pins, but you'll also be supporting an incredible organization dedicated to helping young people
overcome substance use challenges.
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Miss Lexi is now offering FREE trial private lessons.
Curious to see if your dancer would enjoy and benefit from a one-on-one lesson This is the perfect opportunity! Schedule NOW! ✨
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The Valley Community Association is excited to host the Annual Old Neighborhood St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade will kick off at 11 am at the Valley Center. There will be more than 100 marching units including festive floats, pipe bands, Irish dancers
and more! Immediately following, there will be an Irish Hooley with drinks, food, and live music! We can't wait to celebrate with you!
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Join us at the 42nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, presented by the Niagara Falls Ancient Order of Hibernians!
Festivities kick off at 1:45 p.m. with the ‘World’s Shortest Parade’ at the corner of Rainbow Boulevard and Old Falls Street. Traditional Irish food, drinks, and live entertainment from Tom Keefer and Celtic Cross and the McCarthy School of Irish Dance will follow inside the Niagara Falls Convention Center until 7 pm. There will be family-friendly games and activities to keep guests of all ages in the St. Patrick's Day spirit.
Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased online, as well as in-person at the following locations: B & B Cigars, Cheri Amour, Capitol Cleaners, Wellness Park Pharmacy and Always a Party. Kids 12 and under are free with a paid adult admission.
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March 14 -22 Visit Mississauga, Ontario to experience world class puppetry from Canada and around the world. Shows, Activities and events for all ages. Mississauga is a great tourist destination only a short distance from Niagara Fall, ON
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The Bat Signal lights up Buffalo when the BPO performs Danny Elfman’s iconic score live while the star-studded Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson movie is projected above the orchestra.
™ & © DC and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
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In this workshop, participants will begin by exploring the exhibition and looking closely at Charles E. Burchfield’s wallpaper designs, focusing on his use of pattern, repetition, and texture. Back in the classroom, participants will learn gelli printing
techniques and experiment with layers, shapes, and color to create playful prints!
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Na Zdrowie! Join us for our annual party that celebrates everyone's favorite Polish Dumplings, live music, dancing & beer! In the Heart of Delaware Park enjoy WNY's best Polish Dumpling artists and restaurants will be serving every variety of Pierogi
you can think of as well as other fare like Polish pastries, soups, sausages, beer, vodkas and more. Don't forget to stock up for Easter! Captain Tom & The Hooligans will be rocking the Beer Tent
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A great patriotic and civic event in Buffalo that honors Saint Patrick and displays the Irish contributions to our community and country. It's great fun for the whole family! The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, is Buffalo's largest celebration of the Irish
heritage. The Parade, which begins near Buffalo's art deco City Hall, draws people of all nationalities. Parade participants will line up near the McKinley Monument, at 2PM they will proceed north on Delaware Avenue to North Street. The enthusiastic crowds line Delaware Avenue as the Irish dancers, bands, civic organizations, and others march proudly by in celebration and in honor of St. Patrick.
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Pack up your kids and their friends and bring them to Gratwick Park for this monthly event! Kites of all shapes and sizes are flown to the delight of everyone. Pick up some tips and tricks and make plans to start flying kites with this fun group next
time.
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- Visit the Easter Bunny 2026 at Walden Galleria - Walden Galleria, Buffalo, NY, Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 15, varies
- Glass Snow Family at Corning Museum of Glass - Corning Museum of Glass,
Corning, NY, Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 15, 9 am - 5 pm
- Family Game Night at Great Escape
Adventures - Great Escape Adventures, Buffalo, NY, Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 15, varies, see below
- Dick's House of Sport Amherst Grand Opening! - Buffalo, NY, Fri, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 15, 11am
- Understanding Engagement Barriers - Parent Network of WNY, Buffalo, NY, Fri, Mar 13, 11:30 am-1 PM
- Pint-Sized Picassos at the Central Library - Buffalo & Erie County Public Library, Buffalo, NY, Sat, Mar 14, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
- Video Production: Tech Arts For Girls - Squeaky Wheel Film & Media Art Center, Buffalo, NY, Sat, Mar 14, 10:00AM
- Free Community Art Classes - Locust Street Art, Buffalo, NY, Sat, Mar 14, Tuesday and Thursday
3:30-6:30pm, Saturday 1-5pm
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in WNY is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more. Our guide puts
summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Buffalo area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping a
spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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