http://www.buffalorising.com Buffalo Rising | Your Guide to Buffalo NY News, Arts, Events and Buffalo Restaurants en Copyright 2008 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:09:34 -0500 http://www.hyperlocalmedia.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 42.880107-78.869904 Though it may only be the fifth time since 1992 that the Albright-Knox Art Galley has increased its admission rate, the higher fee speaks to the changing face of our society and economy. To keep the gallery in good financial health, it is necessary to increase the price of a regular adult admission ticket from $10 up to $12. The new price will go into effect on January 1st 2009. The director of the gallery, Louis Grachos, has said that due to higher costs in all areas of the gallery’s operation, the modest increase is necessary. The gallery will continue to offer free admission to the Pe... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/gXmfrlAtTGU/albrightknox_increases_adult_a http://www.buffalorising.com/story/albrightknox_increases_adult_a Arts Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:09:34 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/albrightknox_increases_adult_a As we mentioned in our previous post, we’re in the process of changing the Buffalo Rising site. We’re almost there as we expect to launch the new site on Friday, December 19th. In the meantime, posting will be light as we log new stories in the new publishing system which will only be viewable when we launch on Friday. As always, we appreciate our users’ patience as we make this transition but we promise it will be well worth it. With faster load times, a comment view feature (allowing users to view thei... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/5T4uci3o358/the_wait_is_almost_over_brs_ne http://www.buffalorising.com/story/the_wait_is_almost_over_brs_ne The City Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:32:09 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/the_wait_is_almost_over_brs_ne Caroline Kennedy was in town for a visit with our mayor yesterday. A possible choice to succeed US Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, Kennedy's name has been mentioned along with that of Attorney General Andrew Cuomo (son of former New York Governor Mario Cuomo) and our own Byron Brown, among others. Certainly, Kennedy has "been around politics" all of her life, which is to say she was born into a family of politicos and lived in the White House--neither of which would necessarily factor in to her ability to legislate. Still, she has been active in politics recently, and http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/sTG9u0rSXgQ/a_kennedy_visits_buffalo http://www.buffalorising.com/story/a_kennedy_visits_buffalo The City Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:55:46 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/a_kennedy_visits_buffalo French satire from the 1600's feels like falling asleep in high school english class. But classic French satire with a rock and roll band? That sounds better. We can thank Andy Liegl for this bold modernity on December 26th when his production of Such Foolish Affected Ladies opens at the Alt Theatre. The original play calls for violinists but this role has been liberally opened up to local band The Nepenthe. "I wanted an indie rock sound, something that my generation can click with but... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/tAkc_kKEWiA/rock_and_roll_theatre http://www.buffalorising.com/story/rock_and_roll_theatre Arts Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:25:33 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/rock_and_roll_theatre It’s funny how history seems to repeat itself. Florence Foster Jenkins was in the elite member of society, but terribly eccentric and utterly convinced that she was a great coloratura soprano – despite the fact that she couldn’t carry a tune for even a few notes. She even managed to hold a sold out concert, even though she couldn’t sing! Sound familiar? Remember William Hung? Jenkins’ story happened over 50 years ago. She would hold annual recitals in the Ritz Carlton hotel where she lived with her accompanist Cosme McMoon. News of her terrible singing and conviction that it was ... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/QlZHMOlkboo/a_souvenir_from_alleyway_theat http://www.buffalorising.com/story/a_souvenir_from_alleyway_theat Arts Thu, 18 Dec 2008 06:51:18 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/a_souvenir_from_alleyway_theat Free light rail rides on downtown's above ground section could be derailed thanks to the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority's budget mess. That is the news coming out of a Buffalo Place meeting this morning. Facing a budget shortfall and reduced State operating assistance, the NFTA is scrambling for new revenue sources and is contemplating charging for rides along the lengthy downtown pedestrian mall. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/-vbJCLaJQK8/downtown_free_fare_zone_may_be http://www.buffalorising.com/story/downtown_free_fare_zone_may_be The City Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:40:02 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/downtown_free_fare_zone_may_be Well it is Christmas time in the city and the NFTA helped put people and especially children into the mood in a very festive and fun way. One of my favorite memories of childhood was taking the train downtown with my grandfather. I would gaze out the windows and watch the tunnel speed by. It always felt like we were going a million miles an hour. Then there was the ability to stand up and walk around during the ride without the need to be strapped down. It was always a fun time to feel the ebb and flow of the motion under your feet. All are unique and fun activities for children on such a... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/42FPUubY84U/the_nfta_santa_ride http://www.buffalorising.com/story/the_nfta_santa_ride The City Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:34:05 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/the_nfta_santa_ride Main Street continues to stir. Ellicott Development is renovating a vacant, three-story, turn-of-the- 20th-century building at 1010 Main St. The property is located near North Street and is along the western edge of the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus. In Midtown, Regan Development is making progress converting the Packard Building to residential use. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/ihkm9lGO_FU/construction_watch_main_street http://www.buffalorising.com/story/construction_watch_main_street The City Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:45:23 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/construction_watch_main_street A corner joint needn't be a dive. And Papa Jake's doesn't make its patrons choose between a laid-back bar atmosphere and delicious, fresh food. Scott Leary, the new owner of Papa Jake’s Saloon on Elmwood, knows how to provide casual comfort and a very satisfying dining experience. “We don’t take shortcuts here at Papa Jake’s,” Leary says. He proves this with Papa Jake’s fresh and tasty menu. “I don’t want to call this a late night menu, because we have amazing food from lunch till 1AM.” Papa Jake’s atmosphere is relaxed, and everyone here is at home. Even... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/CIS7KmF4CZw/papa_jakes_saloon http://www.buffalorising.com/story/papa_jakes_saloon Yum! Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:34:04 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/papa_jakes_saloon Elvis Presley’s influence on music is legendary. The man was such a force that even after his untimely death, there are still those who refuse to believe he’s truly gone. He would have been 74 years old come January 8th, 2009 and there are a number of musicians out there who still honor him on that date. Now, you can have the opportunity to celebrate the King while listening to his classics – live. The Elvis Birthday Bash Band isn’t just one band, but three bands combined. Mark Gamsjager and the Lustre Kings add Johnny Rabb of the Neanderthals and Eddie Angel of the Los Straitjacke... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/WwfMsuFFVpk/elvis_birthday_at_the_sportsme http://www.buffalorising.com/story/elvis_birthday_at_the_sportsme The City Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:11 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/elvis_birthday_at_the_sportsme What could be more perfect to spread the news about local artists at the Buffalo Indie Market than a literary magazine that features works from local artists? NOMAD is a new magazine set to debut in January 2009 that will feature writers, poets, photographers, artists, and designers from the area. Erica Eichelkraut, a freelance photographer, created NOMAD and is bringing it to the public. Since Eichelkraut is a part of the Buffalo Indie Market, it wasn’t long before a collaboration was brewing. Eichelkraut and the Buffalo Indie Market are teaming up to make a reversible publication. One ... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/Rq3CjMXtXMs/new_magazine_to_focus_on_the_l http://www.buffalorising.com/story/new_magazine_to_focus_on_the_l Arts Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:00:04 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/new_magazine_to_focus_on_the_l Ring in the New Year from one of Buffalo's great urban vistas and at the same time help the Western New York Book Arts Center grow. This fund raiser event is a great way to celebrate the past with a look to the future of Buffalo's cultural landscape. From the first and second floors of the Book Arts Center you can see the Niagara Mohawk Electric tower from where the ball will drop at midnight. While the masses wait outside in the cold for the ball drop & fireworks, you can have a panoramic view from the second floor or from the exact viewpoint that Charles Burchfield painted his http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/U8RltXNIsdI/ring_out_the_old_ring_in_the_n http://www.buffalorising.com/story/ring_out_the_old_ring_in_the_n The City Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:35:05 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/ring_out_the_old_ring_in_the_n It was only last week when we began to install the parking meter poles on Allen Street that architect and UB professor Brad Wales pointed out to me what their artistic significance really was. "Have you ever seen the words on the poles," he asked me. I told him that I had noticed the words, but was not sure why they were there. "It was part of the Small Built Works (SBW) project back in '01. Each word begins with the prefix 're'. It was done to add a human element to the dehumanizing streetscape that is often found (normally the parking meter poles feature stenciled identification numbers).... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/AQxmcOt8mOU/parking_meter_poem http://www.buffalorising.com/story/parking_meter_poem The City Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:02:23 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/parking_meter_poem With everyone talking about the auto bailout and the future roll to be played by car manufacturers, many people are beginning to look at local government's roll in the deal. Car manufacturers are looking for partners within city government that will make the transition to alternative energy easier. Some cities are answering the call by studying infrastructure in order to come up with plans that would allow residents the ability to make the transition a smooth one. There are still big fears when it comes to the prices and maintenance of owning an electric car. And what are the electric compa... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/1TDEjZazmJg/buffalo_should_take_charge http://www.buffalorising.com/story/buffalo_should_take_charge The City Tue, 16 Dec 2008 11:09:18 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/buffalo_should_take_charge Too early to think about Mardi Gras? We don't think so! Plan ahead for the 2nd Annual Big Easy in Buffalo Jam on Feb. 20. So far Music is Art (MiA) founder and president Robby Takac has booked New Orleans artists Marcia Ball, Papa Grows Funk, and Big Sam's Funky Nation, as well as local opener Eric Crittenden & Ron Davis (Leeron Zydeco) and a student battle of the bands winner. "Buffalo and New Orleans are a lot alike," Takac said. "They're both great cities that keep going no matter what's thrown at them, and both cities have incredible local music scenes. I'm happy we can give our... http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BuffaloRising/~3/pSYE568XlIE/2nd_annual_music_is_art_big_ea http://www.buffalorising.com/story/2nd_annual_music_is_art_big_ea Arts Tue, 16 Dec 2008 11:08:44 -0500 http://www.buffalorising.com/story/2nd_annual_music_is_art_big_ea