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

2025 Buffalo Infringement Festival Poster Contest. Open call for a design that represents the independent and creative spirit of the festival which encompasses Music, Dance, Theater, Film, Art, and Literature. Contest closes November 30th

Art in the Open at Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo. Explore how art is made at UB. Meet university artists and go behind the scenes to get a glimpse of works in progress. 5pm

Garrett Shea at Two Nines Kitchen Bar. 530 – 830pm

Jeris Johnson, FREAK, and Blakswan at Rec Room Buffalo. Doors at 6pm

Classes at The Slyboots School of Music, Art & Dance. Juggling with Jacob at 6pm. Level 1 African Drum and Dance for kids at 7pm. Level 2 African Drum and Dance for adults at 8pm. $20 per class for non-members

Closing Reception for “Diaphanous” by Edreys Wajed at Hallwalls Contemporary Arts Center. 6 – 8pm

The Steam Donkeys at Nietzsche’s. 6 – 830pm

The Twang Gang at Sportsmens Tavern. 6 – 9pm

Joseph Aloysius at Johnny D’s Restaurant. 6 – 9pm

Tim Britt Live at The Village Pizza & Pints. 6 – 9pm

Brian Beaudry- Music: Roadtrip Duo with Gary at D’Avolio. 6 – 9pm

Open Mic at Clarence Center Coffee Co. & Cafe. 630 – 930pm

The Hick-Ups at The Gin Mill, Ellicottville NY. 7pm

Scripps Acoustic Trio at Hot Mama’s Canteen. 7 – 9pm

The Dreamboats at Buffalo Iron Works. Music at 8pm – $25

Rust Belt Comedy Showcase at Nietzsche’s. 9pm

Joseph Aloysius and Ryan Campbell perform before, between sets, and after The Ladies of The Stripteasers Buffalo dance on the bar at Nietzsche’s. Show starts at 1030pm – $4