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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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

Child & Family Services Haven House Toyland Donation Drive. Donate new, unwrapped items at the Town of Tonawanda Public Library – Kenmore Branch everyday until November 30th. Check the donation list for items needed on a day-to-day basis at https://www.buffalolib.org/…/files/Toyland%20Wishlist.pdf. 930am – 5pm

Joe Baudo Quintet at Sportsmens Tavern. 12pm

Tyler Westcott Music Trio at Duende at Silo City. 6 – 8pm

RNSM Duo at Perla Seafood Bistro & Pizzeria at Salvatore’s. 6 – 9pm

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

Cody Klink at Jazzboline Restaurant & Bar. 6 – 9pm

“55 Main” and The Space Cowboys at Voodoo child bar & grill. Music at 6pm

Kurts Back, The Band at GFY Bar & Grill. 630 – 10pm

Weekly Improv Workshop with WNY Improv Inc. at North Presbyterian Church, Williamsville. Open to all skill levels. 645 – 9pm

Exham Priory, Broken Locker, BastardBastardBastard, Cowboy Vampires, and PoutsxXx at THE TUDOR LOUNGE. Doors at 7pm – $10

Kurt and the Loders at Wayland Brewing. Doors at 7pm – $10

Open Mic with Michael Hund Live at Prohibition 2020. 7pm

Vinyl Cocktails at Transit Lanes Keglers. 7pm

Open Mic with Terry Ohrum at Buffalo Wings and Brewhouse. 7pm

Hash Bros and Strange Standard at The Hilltop Inn & Grove. 7pm

Kevin White Music at Fattey Beer Co Wurlitzer. 7pm

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

Barel Rider at Nietzsche’s. 7 – 9pm

Shaky Stage at Lilly Belle Meads. 7 – 930pm

MJ and The Way at 12 Gates Brewing Company. 7 – 10pm

Trever Stribing of PA LINE at 174 Buffalo. 7 – 10pm

Holka Yates Thurman Street, Station Wagon, and Out on the Tiles, A Tribute to Led Zeppelin at Sportsmens Tavern. 7 – 11pm – $10

Tiki Tommy Trio at Stockman’s Tavern & Grove. Music at 7pm

Big Martha: An Allman Brothers Band Experience at The Cave. Music at 7pm – $20

Boys of Summer Band at Diamond Hawk Golf Course and Pub. 730pm – $5

Charo at West Herr Riviera Theatre. 730pm

The Improv Mixer: Day Before Thanksgiving Edition at Buffalo Improv House. Sign up to be teamed up with other improv performers. Sign up at 7pm, Show at 730pm

Chompaa, Bizen, Scafetta, Phoenix, and J3lly at OSB Buffalo. Doors at 8pm – $30

JJAK’D at Legagy Sports Bar & Papa’s Pizza Oven. 8pm

Sonny Baker and Jason Staniszewski at McGarret’s. 8pm – $10

Disorder – A Dark Dance Party at The Lounge at Revolution Gallery featuring DJ sets by Rinsux, Chvck, and Osiris. 8pm

Never Ben at 42 North Brewing Company. 8pm

High Horse Rock Band at Wagon Wheel. 8pm

James Drive at Foleys. 8pm

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

Jillian Eliza and Sunshine James at Coyote Cafe-Hamburg. 8 – 11pm

Welcome Distraction at Niagara Hotel. 8 – 11pm

Little Mountain Band at Lion and Eagle Pub. 8 – 11pm – $10

Rockabilly Steve and BR3 at Talty’s Tavern. 8 – 10pm

Unplugged Open Mic with Taylor Belling at Days Park Tavern. 8 – 11pm

Funktional Flow at The Caz. Music at 8pm

Thanksgiving Eve Comedy Showcase at Comedy Attic at Mr. Goodbar featuring Jacob Morrison, Brian Netzel, Jake Samson and Clayton Williams. Hosted by Bennett Solowski. Show at 8pm – $5

Finick and Adelaide in The 9th Ward at Babeville. Music at 8pm – $15

Buffalo Afrobeat Orchestra- BAO at Buffalo Iron Works. Music at 8pm – $25

That 80’s Hair Band at Rock n Roll Heaven. Music at 8pm

Captain Tom & the Hooligans and Tyler Westcott Music Band at Nietzsche’s. 9pm – $4

Djs Melvin P, Miosi, Digi Ram, and Denzel World Peace at TheGypsyParlor. 9pm

The Tradesmen. at Pearl Street Grill & Brewery. 9pm

EERIE, Bassline, Chad Lock, and Johnluc Jubert at Allen Street Hardware Cafe. 9pm

Bills Elvis and the Tailgater’s at Lock 34 Bar & Grill. 9pm

Not Normal at Days Park Tavern. Music at 10pm