Category Archives: WNY Culture & Things 2 Do

Buffalo Bisons Opening Day, Then and Now: 1986 (Video)

Posted on March 30, 2011 by

Spring is in the air. April 7 is opening day for the Buffalo Bisons.  The Bisons will open their 126th season at 3:05, against the Syracuse Chiefs.  For those of us who love the game, and for those of us … Continue reading →

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Hockey History 101: Tracing Hockey back to… Ireland and Scotland?

Posted on March 18, 2011 by

The Sabres can’t return to the ice soon enough. Until then, here is our latest installment of hockey history. If you have ever wondered where and when hockey originated, (and you probably haven’t, but this post should make for at … Continue reading →

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Take a Dip in “Lake Guinness”

Posted on March 17, 2011 by

Happy Saint Patty’s Day! If you have ever wanted to dive into a giant pint glass of Guinness, as many have, then put a map marker on your travel map for the Wicklow Mountains in Ireland. The mountains feature Loch … Continue reading →

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Nick Mendola’s Band, Tuco, to Play at Mohawk Place Friday

Posted on March 17, 2011 by

Nick Mendola, of WECK 1230 am, will be performing at Mohawk Place this Friday with his band, Tuco. Tuco can be found online here. Mohawk is located at 47 E. Mohawk Street, in our fair Queen City.  Directions can be … Continue reading →

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Locked out? How to Spend Your NFL Money

Posted on March 13, 2011 by

So, it looks like the NFL is in a lockout. I am not going to look into it.  I am not going to share my opinion of it, because frankly, I don’t want to waste my time.  I’ll leave the … Continue reading →

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Sabres “Fight Song” Petition Update: VICTORY!!

Posted on March 12, 2011 by

From the Buffalo Sabres official website: SUGGESTION: Would it be possible to play new or different music from game to game? While musical tastes vary from person to person, the Sabres will make an even greater effort to play songs … Continue reading →

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Japan Earthquake/Tsunami/Fires/Possible Nuclear Meltodown

Posted on March 11, 2011 by

Hop on over to the Red Cross’ website this morning and type your local zip code into the home page. This will give you information on your local Red Cross, and contact information on how to help. http://www.redcross.org/ Meanwhile, pray … Continue reading →

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Happy Paczki Day/Gamenite! Polish/Hockey T-shirts and Doughnuts for Everyone!

Posted on March 8, 2011 by

It’s Paczki Day in Buffalo – and it’s Sabres game night! That means it’s time for long (albeit speedy) lines at your local baker, as folks line up for a taste of those sweet, decadent, “Polish doughnuts.” It’s also a … Continue reading →

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Posted on March 4, 2011 by

I used to be a well-spring of useless knowledge. Actually, in the past, it was kinda useful.  Friends and family would call me up, and ask me something – anything – such as “Who was that French Canadian guy you … Continue reading →

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Glen Altman: Behind the Sabres’ Anthem “Blue and Yellow” – and “Part Two”

Posted on March 3, 2011 by

Terrence Pegula took a stand on February 23rd, and essentially named himself the Sabres #1 fan.  Fair enough, it’s hard to beat owning the team.  Or is it? All Sabres fans have a long, ardent history with this club – … Continue reading →

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