Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page.

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Terrawka: An Investigation of the Erie Canal and Connected Waterways at The Buffalo History Museum. Meet and greet with the artists and creators of the exhibit. 1030am – 1230pm

Altered Book Sculptures Class with teaching artist Kate Parzych at Book Arts. Open to makers of all skill levels, suitable for teen+, all tools and supplies provided. 1030am – 1pm – $65

Dare to Repair Cafe at Lancaster Municipal Building. Volunteers from The Tool Library will attempt to teach you how to fix your small electronics, small appliances, vacuums, textiles, furniture, PCs & laptops, power tools and bicycles. Walk-ins welcome but registration recommended so they know what sort of repairs to expect. RSVP at http://www.thetoollibrary .org/ daretorepair/. 11am – 2pm

New York International Children’s Film Festival’s Kids Flicks: Native Stories at North Park Theatre. Short animated, narrative, and documentary films suitable for ages 8+. 1130am

Weekly Protest with Northtowns Rise Up at the corner of Niagara Falls Blvd and Brighton Rd. 12 – 2pm

The Erie County Music Educators Association ECMEA Junior High North All-Coutny Festival at Amherst High School. 4 seperate concerts featuring STAB Chorus, String Orchestra, SSA Chorus, and Band. Music at 12pm

Rockabilly Steve and BR3 at Raintree Bar And Grill. 1 – 4pm

Fret To Fret at Foleys. 2pm

Brian Rick at The Gin Mill, Ellicottville NY. 2pm

Shamrock Run After Party at Buffalo Distilling Co. with music by Raised Irish. 2 – 5pm

Auditorium Dedication Ceremony in Honor of Dr. Tamara O. Alsace at Isaías González-Soto Branch Library. Dedication at 2pm, all ages programming until 530pm.

Sue Kincaid and Doug Morgano Combo at Sportsmens Tavern. 3pm – $10

Eid Bazaar day 1 of 2 at Help for Bangladesh Community, 120 Alexander Ave, 14221. 3pm

Rabbit Jaw at THE TUDOR LOUNGE. 3 – 6pm

Mo Porter at GFY Bar & Grill. 3 – 6pm

Closing Reception for Buffalo Society of Artists Viewpoints at Fitz Books. Featuring works by the mentor and protege artists that participated in a 6 month intensive collaborative program. 3 – 6pm

Celtic Sessions at Nietzsche’s. 4 – 7pm

The Salvatore Power Trio at The Ship Bar & Grill. 4 – 7pm

SLIM CHANCE and the Can’t Hardly Playboys at Broadway Hotel. 5 – 8pm

James Thomas Project at Blackthorn Restaurant and Pub. 5 – 8pm

The Divi Romē Band at duende at Silo City. 6 – 8pm

The Big Dog Daddy Band at The Cove: Seafood & Banquets. Line dancing lessions with DJ Justin 6 – 8pm, music at 8pm

Opening Reception for “Xiao Yang: As Within, So Without” at The Crucible Art Collective. 6 – 9pm

JR Stoll and The Acoustics at Willowbrook Golf Course & Restaurant. 6 – 9pm

Niagara Renaissance Arts & Culture 80s Celebration at Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center. Art auction. Music by DJ Sage Loves NY. 6 – 10pm

Darkwater Duo at Balloons Restaurant & Nightclub. 630 – 10pm

Justin Rizzo at Pendleton Creek Pub. Music at 630pm

Emo Night Buffalo Spring Edition at Nietzsche’s. Music by OFF the WALL and Derek Gregoire of Creating A Sinner. Doors at 7pm – $15

Owl Lounge, The Rusty Hinges (Acoustic Gates of Steel), and Pretty Good State University at The Lounge at Revolution Gallery. Doors at 7pm – $10

A House Safe For Tigers at Rohall’s Corner. 7pm

The Hot Club of Buffalo at West Falls Center for the Arts with RaeAnna Gott opening the show. 7pm

Kody & Herren with Leroy & Loretta of Leroy Townes at Art’s Cafe – Springville, NY. 7pm

Tequila Sunrise – Eagles Tribute Band at Kenan Center. 7 – 9pm

Henry’s Summer Kitchenette at Buffalo’s Best Grill. 7 – 10pm

Chet Gary, Musician at Perla Seafood Bistro & Pizzeria At Salvatore’s. 7 – 10pm

Kaley Lynch Music at Nickel City BrewZ. 7 – 10pm

Glow Stone at Third Space Cafe and Entertainment. 7 – 10pm – $10

Vinyl Cocktails at Transit Lanes Keglers. 7 – 10pm

Will Holton at The Chandelier Bar at Salvatore’s. 7 – 10pm

Todd Mertens Musician at Duke’s Tavern. 7 – 10pm

716ers Band with guest guitarist TJ Petti at Yings Restaurant and Bar. 7 – 10pm

Dave Nitro Throwback Show at BATCH. 7 – 10pm

Tim O’Brien and Jan Fabricius with Doug Yeomans Music at Meeting House Events. 7 – 10pm – $30

Brother James at Hamburg Gaming. 7 – 11pm

Hurricane ROCKS you like the Scorpions and Wicked Sacrifice at The Caz. Music at 7pm

DeeAnn Music Quartet at Pausa Art House. Music at 7pm

LFG: Lo Tempio, Falk, & George at Buffalo Wings and Brewhouse. Music at 7pm

The Royal Pitches Unplugged in Norton 190 at UB North Campus. 730pm – $8 or $5 for UB students

DON’T LOOK BACK – The Boston Experience at West Herr Riviera Theatre. 730pm

Strictly by the Numbers and the David R. Colkitt Memorial Scholarship Competition Winner at Lippes Concert Hall. Buffalo Silver Band performing a wide ranging program of music with numbers in the title featuring the winner of the 10th annual scholarship competition. 730 – 9pm – $20, $5 for seniors, free for students

Tchaikovsky Meets Elfman at Kleinhan’s Music Hall. Danny Elfman Percussion Concerto and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 performed by Colin Currie and his Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra ensemble. JoAnnFalletta, conductor. 730 – 930pm

Dave N Cyn at RationAles. 730 – 1030pm

Boogie Monsters at Diamond Hawk Golf Course and Pub. 730 – 1030pm – $5

Sailing Stones, Pipe Bomb, and Expert Witness upstairs at Mr. Goodbar. Doors at 8pm

Hintz of Thunder at The Gin Mill, Ellicottville NY. 8pm

MisCast Broadway in Reverse at The Cave. Proceeds benefit Niagara Pride. 8pm – $20

INZO, Know Good, Blookah, and Spenny at Town Ballroom. 8pm

Innocent Bystander Rocks Buffalo at Chicks Restaurant and lanes. 8pm

Allykat at The Ship Bar & Grill. 8pm

Mike Pinelli at Creekview Restaurant. 8 – 11pm

Mike Zogaria Music at Buffalo Tap House. 8 – 11pm

Cami Clune at Bloomfield’s Pub. 8 – 11pm

MJ and the Way at Penny Lane – Clarence. 8 – 11pm – $5

Tom Keefer And Celtic Cross at The Banshee Irish Pub. 8 – 11pm

Eric Weinholtz at Hawley’s Grove. 8 – 11pm

A Fairytale Of Buffalo – A Tribute to Shane MacGowan & The Pogues at Sportsmens Tavern. Music by McCarthyizm, Yellow Jack, Crikwater, Captain Tom & The Hooligans, and The Travesties. Music at 8pm – $20

Pocketship at Molly Maguires. Music at 8pm

Keb’ Mo’ in Asbury Hall at Babeville. Music at 8pm – $60

Rockabilly Steve and BR3 at Talty’s Tavern. 830pm

St. Vith at Pearl Street Grill and Brewery. 830pm

104 Country at Wagon Wheel. 830 – 1130pm

That 80’s Hair Band at Rock n Roll Heaven. Wear an 80s band or concert tee shirt for free admission. Music at 830pm

Dad Vibes Band – Buffalo at Hat Trix Bar & Grill. 9pm

Sliver at Foleys. 9pm

The Snozzberries at Jack Rabbit. 9pm

Hello Molly Band at Prohibition 2020. 9pm

Noah & the Stetsons and DJ Slim at Hofbrauhaus Buffalo. Music at 9pm – $10

The Mookies, Stratoshphere, and Paper Tigers at Milkie’s on Elmwood. Music at 9pm – $10

DAKOTA at Attitudes Bar And Grill. Music at 9pm

Bad Kitty at Transit Music Lounge. Music at 9pm

Buddy Buddy at Riff City. Music by Meligaarden and Brandon Ewing. 10pm – $25

DJ Kage and DJ Andre the Giant Redhead on different stages at Balloons Restaurant & Nightclub. 10pm

Luna Afters at Nietzsche’s. Music by RAAKET, ODZ, and Dabasaurus. 11pm – $15