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Some recommended events for the week of Sept 27–Oct 3
TODAY
Wine and dine
What: Quadruple Quest Wine Fest Why: Support cancer-fighting research and compassionate-care programs at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. What else: A local foursome is raising money to combat cancer by hosting a dinner of Italian cuisine paired with wine. Info: 2 to 5 p. m. at Amici Ristorante, 2516 Elmwood Ave., Kenmore. $30, $25 presale. For more information: 845-8119.
WEDNESDAY
Laugh with Giraldo
What: Comedian Greg Giraldo Why: The veteran standup performer performs regularly at the Comedy Cellar in Manhattan and was a regular panelist on “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn.” What else: Giraldo may be best known for his anchoring Comedy Central’s celebrity roasts. Info: 8 p. m., Seneca Niagara Casino, 310 Fourth St., Niagara Falls. $30.
THURSDAY
Polka party!
What: Big Joe’s TV Polkafest Why: All are invited to dance their hearts out for the cameras as polka show tapes 32 bands in a four-day polka marathon, which ends Sunday. What else: The dance card is full with bands from Western New York and elsewhere. Info: Noon to 8 p. m., Buffalo Convention Center, 153 Franklin St. $15-$17.50. More details: polkacatalog.com.
FRIDAY
Fall for books
What: October Festival Used Book Sale Why: Help raise money for the Boys and Girls Club of Holland’s Reading Center. What else: Book sale kicks off a weekend festival featuring a soup cook-off, bake sale, arts and crafts vendors, story hours, games and crafts, as well as face-and pumpkin-painting. Info: 1 to 8 p. m., Holland Methodist Church, Partridge Road, Holland.
Bless the beasts
What: Blessing of the Animals Why: In remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for creatures, as part of Hilbert College’s St. Francis Week. What else: Dressed in traditional Franciscan attire, Deacon Dennis Conroy will conduct the rite. There will be treats for the beasts and ice cream for their owners. The celebration includes a peace walk on Monday. Info: 5200 South Park Ave., Hamburg. Service will be in St. Anthony’s Cove, located near the back of Bogel Hall. Phone: 649-7900.
SATURDAY
Polish legacy
What: Polish World War II Survivors Conference Why: Exploring the legacy of Polish World War II survivors and their contributions to their adopted communities. What else: The two-day conference, which includes discussion panels and presentations, continues on Sunday with a reunion brunch, singing and a film. Info: Registration begins at 8 a. m. for the daylong event at WNED Studios, 140 Lower Terrace St. $20-$75. For more details: polishlegacy-buffalo.com.
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