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 June 2008 Back to Table of Contents Back to Archives Main Page Section: Bingo Buzz Bingo, Stargazing, and Swing this Summer
All summer long: Keep checking the pages of Bingo Buzz! for special summer bingo events and promotions at both larger-scale gaming destinations — such as the Irving Gaming Center and the Turning Stone Resort and Casino — and your neighborhood bingo hot-spots. June 7 — Star Light, Drinks and Bites at the Buffalo Museum of Science: Starting at 7 p.m. the celestial-themed party will allow guest access to the whole museum, including the rooftop observatory (weather permitting), with telescopes provided by Buffalo Astronomical Association. There will be wine tasting from local vineyards, beer and hor d’oeuvres. Tickets are $30 advance or $35 at the door. Visit www.sciencebuff.org for more information. June 14–15 — Dad’s Weekend Bingo at Irving Game Center (11099 Rte. 5 in Irving): Saturday features matinee and evening sessions. June 16 — Father’s Day Construction Tour at the Frank Lloyd Wright Darwin D. Martin House Complex: Take a tour of one of Buffalo’s most famous historical sites. The construction related tour focuses on the details of the restoration project and goes to the “physical plant” to view the environmentally-friendly, geo-thermal HVAC system. The tour includes a gift from the Wisteria Shop. Tickets are $40. Visit www.darwinmartinhouse.org or call 856-3858 for more information. June 19 — Customer Appreciation Day Bingo at Irving Game Center: To celebrate, play five free games for $500; the day will also feature door prizes and a hot dog deal. June 21 — Level 3 Bingo at Turning Stone Resort and Casino (Exit 33 off the New York State Thruway in Verona): A matinee session featuring a $1,000 prize on regular games and $3,000 on the jackpot. June 21 — First Day of Summer $20-K Bingo Special at Irving Gaming Center: Featuring an $8,000 jackpot. June 26 — Birthday Bingo at Turning Stone Resort and Casino: Complimentary Level 1 admission, a special pack, a warm-up pack abnd cake. June 27–July 6 — Friendship Festival: The beloved fest celebrates the unique friendship that the U.S. and Canada share though music, food and entertainment. Events happen at two different spots: June 27–30 takes place at Mather Arch, Fort Erie and July 2–6 at Riverside Park, Buffalo. Visit www.friendshipfestival.com or call 888-333-1987. June 30 — Kings of Swing at Artpark: The 14-member Galaxy All-Star Orchestra will be playing the songs of some of the most influential musicians of the 40s. Music by Frank Sinatra, Benny “The King of Swing” Goodman, Glenn Miller and more can be heard throughout the two-hour concert. Enjoy an afternoon show at 2 p.m. or the evening performance at 8 p.m. For more information visit www.artpark.net or call 754-4375. July 1 — Labor Day Narrated Sight-Seeing Tour aboard Miss Buffalo Cruises: Enjoy a day on the water while learning either about the history of Buffalo. Tours begin at 1 and 3 p.m. and days vary; call 856-6696 or visit www.buffaloharborcruises.com for dates and prices. July 12–13 — Taste of Buffalo: The annual Taste of Buffalo, located at Delaware Ave and Niagara Square offers visitors the chance to sample Buffalo’s many restaurants and wineries. The event is free, but the food tickets are required; tickets cost 50-cents each and can be bought in $5 increments. For more information visit www.tasteofbuffalo.com. July 24 — Merry Wives of Windsor, Shakespeare in Delaware Park: Every Tuesday through Sunday at 7:30 p.m. For more information visit www.shakespeareindelawarepark.org back to top back to table of contents Current Issue | About Forever Young | Where to Find | Advertise | Our Advertisers | Community Calendar | Contest | Clubs | Contact Us | Archives | Home |
