By Monica Power

(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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Joe Baudo Quintet at Sportsmens Tavern. 12pm

Cat VideoFest at North Park Theatre. Submit your cat videos for the pre-show contest at info@northparktheatre.org. Proceeds benefit Second Chance Sheltering Network Inc. Showing at 130, 330, and 530

SLIM CHANCE and the Can’t Hardly Playboys at Lumberjack Patio Grill. 430 – 730pm

The Release at Rockin Buffalo. 5pm

Buffalo’s Last Waltz Band does Bob Dylan & The Band’s “Before the Flood” at Larkin Square. Featuring Doug Yeomans Music, Jim Whitford, Ron Davis, Pete Holguin and Jim Beishline. 5 – 8pm

Stephen Babcock at Sto Lat Bar. 530pm

Left to Suffer, ten56., Tallah, CABAL, and ASHES at Rec Room Buffalo. Doors at 6pm

Anarchy for Assholes, Broken Locker, Abandoned Trains, and Family Values at Amy’s Place Vegetarian Restaurant. Doors at 6pm – $10

Dave Viterna Group and The Thurman Brothers Band at Tonawanda’s Gateway Harbor. 6pm

Mo Porter at Old Man River. 6pm

Falk-Marziale Band at Sportsmens Tavern. 6pm – $10

Seneca Indian Park Panel Discussion at The Buffalo History Museum. Panel discussion exploring how this significant cultural site transitioned from a cemetery to a city park, and why it is crucial to preserve and raise awareness about its heritage. Panelists include Congressman Timothy Kennedy, G. Peter Jemison, Jamie Jacobs, Melissa Parker Leonard, and Douglas J. Perrelli, Ph.D, RPA. Moderator Lori V. Quigley, Ph.D. 6 – 8pm – $10

Cami Clune at Perla Seafood Bistro & Pizzeria At Salvatore’s. 6 – 9pm

Tim Britt Live at Attitudes Bar And Grill. 6 – 9pm

Vinyl Cocktails at Music in the Center at 6204 Goodrich Rd in Clarence Center. 6 – 9pm

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

Music in The Hollow along Main St in Clarence. Performances at 6 venues, including: John Shipley at The Hollow Bistro and Brew;  Davey O. at This Little Pig; Bryan Levan at Shalooby Loofer Brewing; Second Chance – Jeremy & Guy at Morluski’s; Adam Putzer at The Humbert Bar & Restaurant; and Aaron Ziolkowski Music at Gianni Mazia’s On Main. 6 – 9pm

11th Anniversary for NERDS GONE WILD at Banchetti by Rizzo’s. 6 – 10pm – $5

Ned Evett on glass guitar at The Lounge at Revolution Gallery. Music at 6pm

Second Hand News at Diamond Hawk Golf Course and Pub. 630pm

Terry Savastano at Flying Bison Brewing Company. 630 – 830pm

Jack Civiletto Sings Sinatra with April Mazzone at Gigi’s Cucina Povera. 630 – 9pm

B-Squared Acoustic at Hamburg Brewing Company. 7pm

Brian Rick at The Gin Mill, Ellicottville NY. 7pm

DJug Flutie & the Flakey Jug Band featuring Tyler Westcott Music at Nietzsche’s. 7 – 9pm

Open Mic at Lion and Eagle Pub. 7 – 10pm

Open Mic with Michael Hund Live at Transit Music Lounge. Full backline provided. 7 – 10pm

Giuda, Deathtrip Idols, and Main Breaker at Mohawk Place. Music at 730pm – $20

Sonny Baker at McGarret’s. 8pm

Open Mic Nights with The Todd at THE TUDOR LOUNGE. Full backline provided. 8pm

Golden Pleasures with special guest Jenuine Cello at Hydraulic Hearth. 8 – 10pm

Swamp Rats, Smitten For Trash, Mikee Strongmen, and akloh. at Hot Mama’s Canteen. Music at 8pm – $8

The Mid-Week Vibe XXIII in The 9th Ward at Babeville. Comedy by Yolanda Smilez, acoustic performance by Joshua Vacanti, and featured artist Will Holton. Music at 8pm – $30

Henry’s Summer Kitchen at Jack Rabbit. 830 – 1130pm

DJ Charles Masters at Days Park Tavern. 9pm