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Toys For Tots Drive
The VFW Post 9249 is sponsoring a Toys For Tots toy drive from now until December 17th. Drop off new gift at post, 2121 Grand Island Blvd., seven days a week! See FLYER.
November 13 & 14, 2025
Grand Island Snowmobile Club Snowmobile Safety Course
The Grand Island Snowmobile Club in cooperation with the Grand Island Rod and Gun Club will be holding a FREE / NO COST NY State Snowmobile Safety Course on November 13 and 14, 2025 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Grand Island Rod and Gun Club, 1083 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY 14072. This is a NY State required safety course for 10 thru 13 years old who wish to operate within 500 ft of an adult and 14 -17 years old who wish to operate as an adult. A parent / guardian must sign the required registration form to attend the course. Parent / guardians are encouraged to attend with their children. Students must attend both evenings to obtain their certificate. Adults new to the sport, as well as experienced riders are encouraged to attend. Pop, water and a snack will be provided by the Club. Pre registration is required by going to NY State Parks website (https://parks.ny.gov/recreation/snowmobiles/education.aspx.) Scroll to Nov 13 date with GI Snowmobile Club , click on register now and fill out the form.
November 15, 2025
St. Stephen School Shopping Extravaganza
St. Stephen School 17th Annual Shopping Extravaganza is Saturday, November 15th at 10:00 a.m.
VFW Post 9249 Saturday Breakfast
VFW Post 9249 Saturday Breakfast, 2121 Grand Island Blvd. 9am - noon. Open to the public! FLYER.
VFW Post 9249 Turkey Sandwich Dinner
VFW Post 9249 Turkey Sandwich Dinner on Saturday, November 15th from 4pm - 7pm Open to the public! FLYER.
November 15 & 16, 2025
River Lea Quilters Guild of Grand Island, Quilt Show "Island Reflections"
The River Lea Quilters Guild is having our tri-annual Quilt Show, Island Reflections, on Saturday, November 15, from 10am - 5pm and on Sunday, November 16, from 10am - 4pm. This event is being held at the Gratwick Fire Hall, 110 Ward Rd., North Tonawanda. There will be quilts, vendors, a raffle quilt, basket raffle, door prize, fabric scrap pool, and mystery bags. This year we will have BladeMedic, a mobile scissor sharpening service, in the parking lot. You will be able to leave your scissors with them while you enjoy the quilt show and pick them up on your way out! Please come join us to see the beautiful quilts, wall hangings, and other items that our members have made! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to two charities. Cost is $5.00 at the door and children 12 and under are free.
December 5-7, 2025
GI Historical Society Holiday Boutique & Cookie Sale
Friday, December 5, Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7, 2025 RIVER LEA OPEN HOUSE AND HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE AND COOKIE SALE 10:00-3:00 p.m. each day. Enjoy the decorations and sounds of the season in our historic farmhouse. Shop in our boutique for gifts, decorations, homemade cookies and homemade chili sauce. Enjoy some refreshments while listening to live music by Grand Islander and retired music teacher, Betsy Thomas.
December 13, 2025
3rd Annual Wildlife Winter Wonderland Citizen Coalition for Wildlife and Environment is hosting the Wildlife Winter Wonderland at the Alt Nature Center takes place on Saturday, December 13th from 5 – 9 PM at 2489 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, 14072. Wear your boots, dress for the weather and come to engage in festive foofaraw while learning how wildlife survive and thrive in winter time! Walkable displays will include holiday-themed nature scenes and wildlife educational displays. And this free event includes hot chocolate and cookies and craft-making appropriate for all ages inside the holiday-decorated historic schoolhouse. Make your own holiday cards, paper snowflakes, and more!
