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August 16, 2018
Rock Yourself into Puffy Paint!
Rock Yourself into Puffy Paint! is on Thursday, August 16th at 2:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Memorial Library, for ages 6-10. Combine your love of art and music in our puffy paint program. Registration required. Call 773-7124.
I Left My Heart in Montedoro
The Grand Island Memorial Library is hosting Sal Bordonaro on Thursday, August 16th at 6:30 p.m., as he narrates a photographic travelogue of a trip in Montedoro, Sicily. Registration required. Call 773-7124.
August 17, 2018
Elderwood Food Truck Friday
Elderwood at Grand Island, 2850 Grand Island Blvd., is hosting Anderson's food truck on Friday, August 17th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
August 20, 2018
Monday Farmer's Market
Grand Island Farms Inc. is hosting Monday Farmer's Market at the Knights of Columbus, 1841 Whitehaven Road, between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. You can purchase local summer produce, farm products, flatbread pizza and more. There will be live intertainment and family fun. See flyer.
Adult Book Club
The Grand Island Memorial Library Book Club will discuss "The Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline on Monday, August 20th at 6:45 p.m. All are welcome and refreshments will be served. For information on our selection, visit the library's website, or call the library at 773-7124.
August 21, 2018
Recovery International
Recovery International, a support group for adults over 18 who need help coping with depression, panic attacks, anxiety, anger management, or bipolar disorder, meets on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church.
August 22, 2018
French Boys Singing Group Performance
The Sparrows, a French boys singing group (ages 8 to 16) is going on a world tour and will be performing at St Stephens's Church, on Wednesday, August 22nd at 7:00 p.m. They are the French version of the Vienna Boys Choir! Don’t miss the opportunity to hear some great voices at no cost.
August 23, 2018
Intro to Etsy
The Grand Island Memorial Library Book Club will host Intro to Etsy with Vanessa Lauria, (10-year etsy veteran and creator of pidge pidge), on Thursday, August 23rd at 5:30 p.m. Learn how to create a shop on Etsy, the popular e-commerce website focused on handmade and vintage items. Free and open to the public. Space is limited. Call 773-7124 to register.
August 27, 2018
Monday Farmer's Market
Grand Island Farms Inc. is hosting Monday Farmer's Market at the Knights of Columbus, 1841 Whitehaven Road, between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. You can purchase local summer produce, farm products, flatbread pizza and more. There will be live intertainment and family fun. See flyer.
August 28, 2018
Recovery International
Recovery International, a support group for adults over 18 who need help coping with depression, panic attacks, anxiety, anger management, or bipolar disorder, meets on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church.
August 29, 2018
American Legion, Grand Island Post #1346 Meeting
The American Legion, Grand Island Post #1346 will hold its general meeting on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Loyal Order of The Moose Lodge, 2524 Grand Island Blvd. All members are requested and urged to attend.
August 30, 2018
GIHS Freshman/New Student Orientation
Grand Island High School will hold its annual Freshman/New Student Orientation on Thursday, August 30, from 6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Student schedules, expectations, and academic/extra-curricular information will be presented. The event will be held in the high school auditorium. All incoming Freshmen and new students and their families are invited to this event.
Past, Present, and Future of the Great Lakes
The Grand Island Memorial Library Book Club will host Past, Present, and Future of the Great Lakes on Thursday, August 30th at 6:00 p.m. Professional geologist, Jerold Bastedo will include information on the regional geology, geologic maps, and rock specimens from the Niagara Gorge.
August 31, 2018
Elderwood Food Truck Friday
Elderwood at Grand Island, 2850 Grand Island Blvd., is hosting Chef's food truck on Friday, August 31st from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
September 2, 2018
Music Festival & Fundraiser
A fundraiser sponsored by the BLC Mates for the Family Justice Center of Grand Island will feature Absolute Journey tribute band at the Buffalo Launch Club, 503 East River Road on Sunday, September 2, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $25/presale and $30/door. Tickets. There will be a silent auction, 50/50, basket raffle, cash bar and food available to purchase.
September 8, 2018
Grand Island Festival & BBQ Battle
The festival will take place on Saturday, September 8th at Beaver Island State Park from 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. BBQ competition 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Farmers Market, Food Vendors, Crafters, Beer Tent, Bands. Proceeds go to Grand Island Not for Profits. www.grandislandbbq.com.
40th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show
The 40th annual Antique and Classic Boat Show is back on Grand Island at the Buffalo Launch Club on Saturday, September 8th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. It is free and open to the public, parking will be $10 on the BLC grounds. Information & Registration.
Knights of Columbus Meat Raffle
The Knights of Columbus Council #4752 is hosting a meat raffle on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at their facility, 1841 Whitehaven Road. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the first round starts at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.00 and include, pizza, beer, wine and pop. See flyer.
September 14, 2018
Elderwood Food Truck Friday
Elderwood at Grand Island, 2850 Grand Island Blvd., is hosting Fat Bob's food truck on Friday, September 14th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
September 15, 2018
Fall Father's Day Spectacular
Fall Father's Day Spectacular at Veterans Park will feature the Mary Dunbar - Daluisio Memorial Lawnmower Race, Kevin Doring Memorial Walk and a car show. There will also be a kid zone, food trucks, music and a 50/50 drawing. The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Flyer.
September 21, 2018
Flu Shot Clinic at Golden Age Center
Wallgreen's Pharmacy will be at the Golden Age Center, 3278 Whitehaven Road on Friday, September 21st from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Please bring medical insurance card for proper billing purposes.
September 26, 2018
American Legion, Grand Island Post #1346 Meeting
The American Legion, Grand Island Post #1346 will hold its general meeting on Wednesday,September 26, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Loyal Order of The Moose Lodge, 2524 Grand Island Blvd. All members are requested and urged to attend.
September 28, 2018
Elderwood Food Truck Friday
Elderwood at Grand Island, 2850 Grand Island Blvd., is hosting Po,ish Villa food truck on Friday,September 28th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
October 12, 2018
Elderwood Food Truck Friday
Elderwood at Grand Island, 2850 Grand Island Blvd., is hosting Dirty Bird Chicken and Waffles food truck on Friday, October 12th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
October 26, 2018
Elderwood Food Truck Friday
Elderwood at Grand Island, 2850 Grand Island Blvd., is hosting Cheesy Chick food truck on Friday,October 26th from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
October 31, 2018
American Legion, Grand Island Post #1346 Meeting
The American Legion, Grand Island Post #1346 will hold its general meeting on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Loyal Order of The Moose Lodge, 2524 Grand Island Blvd. All members are requested and urged to attend.
November 28, 2018
American Legion, Grand Island Post #1346 Meeting
The American Legion, Grand Island Post #1346 will hold its general meeting on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Loyal Order of The Moose Lodge, 2524 Grand Island Blvd. All members are requested and urged to attend.
