What's Going On
Mother's Day Craft Show

at Eastern Hills Mall

A Mother's Day Craft Show will be held through May 10, at Eastern Hills Mall, 4545 Transit Road, near Main Street. More than 30 Western New York crafters will have work on display. The show will be in the main concourse, during mall hours, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Caregiver group for men

to meet May 7

The Men's Caregiver Group, sponsored by the WNY Alzheimer's Association, will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, in the private dining room at ElderWood Village at Glenwood, 5271 Main St., near Union Road, Williamsville. The group meets the first Wednesday and third Tuesday of every month and provides support for men with loved ones suffering from Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Call 937-7522 or 626-0600.

Horseshoe club

to begin season

The Getzville Crow's Nest Horseshoe Club will register new members at 6:55 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, at the Crow's Nest Restaurant, corner of Campbell Boulevard and Dodge Road. Pitching format is informal, and partnerships are drawn each week to create a variety of partners and opponents during the season. Call Rollie Rupp at 839-1842 or Bob Osborne at 876-3349.

Next book chosen

for CFIBook Club

The Center for Inquiry's Friends of the Center Book Club has chosen "Galatea 2.2" by Richard Powers as the next selection. The club meets quarterly to discuss thought-provoking books from a humanist perspective and will discuss this book at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, at the Center, 1310 Sweet Home Road, Amherst. E-mail Donna at dhkwrit er@ roadrunner. com.

Oil pastel demonstration

set for May 9

Award winning artist, Judie Pufpaff, will demonstrate oil pastel painting at the Williamsville Art Society's 7 p.m. Friday, May 9, meeting at Harlem Community Center, 4255 Harlem Road, Room 2. For more information, call 634-7015.

Rummage, book sale

at Park School

The annual Park School rummage and used book sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, May 8; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, May 9, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 10, at the school, 4625 Harlem Road, Snyder. Gently used books for children and adults, videos and CDs will be for sale. A rummage sale will run at the same time. A Chiavetta's barbecue will be held 3-7 p.m. Friday. Cost for each dinner is $7.50 presale or $8 at the door. Dine-in and takeout are both available. Call 839-1242.

CFIto host Literary Cafe

on May 7

The Just Buffalo Literary Cafe will feature readers Jennifer Campbell and Lisa Forrest at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 7, at the Center for Inquiry, 1310 Sweet Home Road, Amherst. Admission is free. For more information, call 636-4869, ext. 409.

English Speaking Union

to hold meeting

English Speaking Union of the United States Niagara Frontier Branch/Buffalo will hold its annual meeting and luncheon at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Solé Restaurant, 5110 Main St., in the Walker Plaza. There will be Shakespeare performances of monologues and sonnets by high school students. The branch will discuss the formation of a detective novel club discussion group. Call 592-3907 by May 8, to reserve a spot.

Program about 'Biblical

soap operas' set

The United Methodist Women will hold their general meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 10, at the church, 350 Saratoga Road, Snyder. Janice Mahel will present her comical program, "Biblical Soap Operas." Cost is $5 and free for newcomers. For reservations, call 835-9572.

Mother's Day event

planned at salon

Personal Best by Susan Makai and Funky Furnishings will hold a Mother's Day event involving skin care basics, homemade facials and body scrubs and mini manicures. Light refreshments will be served. The event will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, May 9, and noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at Personal Best, 3653 Harlem Road. The fee is $35, for a mom and one daughter; $12 additional daughters. Call 481-4018 or e-mail funkyfurnish ings@adelphia.net.

Zonta Club of Amherst

celebrates women

Zonta Club of Amherst will hold its spring fashion show and auction "Celebrating Women" at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 10, at Fanny's Restaurant, 3500 Sheridan Drive, between Sweet Home Road and Millersport Highway. Lunch will be served at noon. Proceeds of the auction benefit Amherst Zonta Club's mission. Tickets are $25 per person. Call 691-5273 or e-mail KayMarciano@ hotmail.com.

Mini retreat

for caregivers set

Williamsville United Methodist Church is hosting a mini retreat for caregivers from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at 5681 Main St., at Oakgrove. Caregivers can face pressures that affect their health, attitude and peace of mind. This mini retreat provides the opportunity to be refreshed by sharing ideas with other caregivers, learning relaxation tips and participating in fun activities. Call 634-4800 to register.

Improv! class planned

for May 10 and 17

Experience is not necessary for this two-part Improv! class, meeting from 10 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Saturday, May 10, and 17. Margo Davis will teach the fundamentals of improvisation. Call 839-5076 or e-mail margo@margodavis.com to register and for location.

Mother's Day

chicken barbecue set

The Temple Beth Am Sisterhood will hold its annual Mother's Day Chiavetta's chicken barbecue from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Temple Beth Am, 4660 Sheridan Drive. Eat in or takeout. Dinners are $8.50 for an adult dinner and $5 for children's. Call 633-8877.

Bel Canto presents

Mother's Day concert

Presto, Vivace and Bravo Choirs of Bel Canto will perform in the annual Mother's Day Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Randall Baptist Church, 6301 Main St., at Tech Drive, Williamsville. Tickets are $10 at the door, and $8 for students or seniors. For more information or tickets, call 759-6428.

Secular Sunday

to be held May 11

Secular Sunday with Rabbi Ilena Schwartzman will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday, May 11, at the Center for Inquiry, 1310 Sweet Home Road, Amherst. Secular Sundays are an alternative to traditional religious services and are designed to encourage ethical reflection and practice. Admission is free. For more information, call 636-4869, ext. 409.

Library announces new

program for teens

Clearfield Library will hold Tunes for Teens at 7 p.m. Monday, May 12, at 770 Hopkins Road, near Klein Road. The new program offers Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero and Rock Band. Sign up at the desk or call 688-4955.

Spring art show

features local artists

The Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society will hold its Spring Show from May 12 through June 6, at Vern Stein Art and Frame, 5747 Main St., near Evans Street, Williamsville. A reception will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 18. The show will be open during gallery hours, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday. For more information about the event, call 634-7015.

Mothers & Others

event to be held May 13

The Temple Shaarey Zedek Sisterhood will hold its annual event, Mothers & Others, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, in the temple auditorium, 621 Getzville Road. Dinner will be followed by, "An Evening of Songs and Memories," featuring Mary Kate O'Connell. Reservations are required. For more information or to register, call 838-3232.

Grief support group

begins May 13

A six-week grief support group, "After the Long Goodbye," is for people who have lost a loved one to Alzheimer's Disease or a related disorder. This group will focus on the changes that individuals experience after death. The sessions will run every Tuesday, May 13 through June 17, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Alzheimer's Association, WNY Chapter located at 2805 Wehrle Drive. Preregistration is required. A suggested donation of $25 is appreciated. Call 626-0600.

St. Benedicts Seniors

seek knew members

The St. Benedicts Seniors are looking for new members. The group meets at 2 p.m. every Wednesday in the school cafeteria for camaraderie and cards. There is also a tour group who takes day trips to casinos and other venues. The May 14, meeting will include a pizza party. Call 838-0291.

Luncheon to feature

fashion show

The Women Interested in Cystic Health Luncheon will be held at noon Wednesday, May 14, at Country Club of Buffalo, 250 Youngs Road. The program includes a mini fashion show by White House Black Market. Call 652-0375.

Taizé service held

third Thursdays

Williamsville United Methodist Church invites community members to gather on the third Thursday of the month for a "Quiet Time With God." Taizé service includes readings, songs, silent mediation and contemplative prayer. Thenextservicewillbe held at 8 p.m. Thursday, May 15, in the WUMC library, 5681 Main St., near Oakgrove Drive, Williamsville. Call 634-4800.

Tracks & Snacks

planned at library

Teens can share their taste in music and munchies during the Tracks and Snacks event at 7 p.m. Friday, May 16, at Clearfield Library, 770 Hopkins Road. Bring your favorite CDs or listen to those in the libraries' collection. Teens, this is chance to share what you think is hot or not. Call 688-4955.

Williamsville Art Society

to hold spring art show

The Williamsville Art Society will have paintings on display through May 14, at 5500 Main St., near Cayuga Road, Williamsville.

CFIto host

potluck dinner

The Center for Inquiry will hold a Friends of the Center potluck dinner at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, at the Center for Inquiry, 1310 Sweet Home Road, Amherst. The event is free and offers skeptics and secular humanists the opportunity to discuss current issues in a casual setting. Bring a dish to pass. Call 636-4869, ext. 409.

Garden club to discuss

Monet's Gardens

Forest Stream Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at Forest Elementary School, 250 N. Forest Road, Williamsville. Lois Weinstein will present a program on Monet's Gardens in Giverny, France.

Watercolor demo

planned for May 15

Frank Francese will be the demonstrator during the Niagara Frontier Watercolor Society's May meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 15, at Amherst Community Church, 77 Washington Highway. Cost is $3 for non-members. Call 634-7015.

Benefit to support

scholarship

The third annual Robert E. Valenti scholarship benefit will be held from 5 to 11 p.m. Friday, May 16, at George F. Lamm Post, 962 Wehrle Drive, near Cayuga Road. Valenti passed away in 1996, at 27, from a brain aneurysm. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the door. Call 631-5921.