You’re invited to support the children and families served by Gateway-Longview at the 5th Annual BBQ & Blues Bash on Friday, June 21 from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.! The “welcome the summer” party with a purpose will take place on Mississippi Street in Buffalo’s historic Cobblestone District, near First Niagara Center.
Attendees of this year’s event will enjoy beverages such as beer and soft drinks, as well as delicious and unique BBQ food sold by a variety of local restaurants, including:
Food items that will be sold at the event include bacon-wrapped BBQ ribs, BBQ smoked meatballs, BBQ turkey sandwiches, and a pig roast. View the full menu and food ticket information on the BBQ & Blues Bash's website.
Top-notch blues music will be provided by the Mick Hayes Band, an award-winning and nationally-recognized blues band from Buffalo, and the event’s headlining musical act. New for 2013, the legendary and award-winning Western New York York-based Dave Constantino Band, led by Buffalo Music Hall of Fame member Dave Constantino, will also perform at the event.
Attendees will have the opportunity to register at the event to win great free door prizes, and also take part in a 50/50 split! Buffalo Bills players are also expected to appear at the event.
The street will be closed to through traffic and tented, the event will go on rain or shine, and individuals must be age 21 or over to attend. Photo ID will be required. Free and secure parking will be available, and food tickets will be available for an additional cost.
Last year's event drew nearly 1,000 people, and this year’s event is poised to double in attendance!
Buy your tickets now at www.BBQBluesBash.com. Tickets at the door will cost $25 each.
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May is National Foster Care Month, and you can make a difference in the life of a child by becoming a foster parent. Click here to watch our brief PSA about the need for foster parents.
We need dedicated individuals, couples, and families to open their hearts and homes to children of all ages in-need of loving homes in our community. Close to 900 children are expected to be in foster care in Erie County this year, and the need is growing. It can be especially challenging to find homes for sibling groups, teenagers, and children with special needs. Why not you? Why not now?
Give children hope. Believe in possibilities. Foster change.
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Critical upgrades to the Family Resource Center had been stalled for more than three years due to bureaucratic delay in New York State, and the funds were at risk of being swept away and re-distributed to community groups in other parts of the state.
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Hundreds of financially-disadvantaged clients served by Gateway-Longview cannot afford basic hygiene products, such as dental care items. Thanks to Dr. Gambacorta and Dental Associates in Cheektowaga, Dr. George of Pediatric Dental Care, P.C. in Williamsville, and Dr. Tucker in Williamsville, more of our clients will now have toothbrushes, toothpaste, and dental floss.
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