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French Heritage Days at Old Fort Niagara

Visitors will meet French explorers, traders, missionaries and soldiers in this interactive living history event. Learn about French cuisine, travel, military life and recreational pursuits of the early 18th century. Friday's program is for students and runs from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Teachers receive pre-visit information and links to pre-visit videos. To book your visit, contact Marlene at (716) 745-7611 x 223 or email mwessel@oldfortniagara.org
Dates: 
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
10 am - 4 pm
Location: 
Old Fort Niagara, Morrow Plaza, Youngstown, NY 14174, United States
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Santa's Wonderland Express 2026! (SOLD OUT)

*Tickets On Sale Now* All aboard for a magical holiday adventure on Santa’s Wonderland Express at the Arcade & Attica Railroad! During November and December, families can ride a heated vintage train to the North Pole, where Santa and his elves are waiting with festive fun. Children can write and mail their Christmas wish lists, visit the Elf House, enjoy face painting, meet Santa, and take family photos. Hot cocoa, cookies, and other treats are available for purchase, and every child receives a special gift on the return trip. It's a wonderful way to make holiday memories together!
Dates: 
11/21/2026
11/22/2026
11/27/2026
varies, see website
Location: 
278 Arcade and Attica Railroad, Arcade, NY 14009, United States
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TAPS: A Musical Salute - at Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site invites you to join us virtually for a Veterans Day Salute to all American Veterans past and present on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 starting at 5:30 and ending at sunset. The Presidential Site is organizing a live virtual event, to be broadcast from the porch of the 23rd President, Benjamin Harrison. At sunset, a lone bugler from the Indiana National Guard will sound Taps to honor all veterans who have passed. We will broadcast the event from the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site on Facebook Live. We hope the bugle call inspires everyone who hears it to pause and reflect on the dedication and important service of our veterans, and how their efforts have helped preserve the American system of self-government we enjoy today. Please join us in this honoring of veterans past and present—and if you are a veteran, please know how grateful we are for your service!
Dates: 
11/11/2026
5:30 pm
Location: 
Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, 1230 N Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, United States
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FREE Letter from Santa, mailed to your child - Santamailer.com **ORDER BY DEC 12!

Get a letter from Santa mailed to your child: a personalized letter from the North Pole with your child's name, mailed in a hand-addressed envelope. The letter is free; you cover $6.99 shipping. Want the real thing? Upgrade to a handwritten letter from Santa, written start to finish by a real person with a pen ($39.99, shipping included). Order by December 12.
Dates: 
11/05/2026
11/06/2026
11/07/2026
12:00am
Location: 
Online Only
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The Haha Show! — Improv Comedy for the Whole Family!

The Ha-Ha Show™ is an improv comedy show for all ages! An hour of hilarious comedy games, made-up songs, and audience interaction, performed for you by Buffalo's top improv comedians and special guests! Taking suggestions from our guests of all ages, comedians weave hilarious scenes and songs together into an outrageous night of comedy -- perfect for all budding comedians and comedy lovers! This is a great introduction to comedy, for ages 4 to 104!
Dates: 
11/21/2026
5:30 pm
Location: 
Buffalo Improv House, Great Arrow Avenue, Buffalo, NY, USA
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Bowling to Raise Bucks at Roseland Bowl

Friday, Nov 6, 6pm-9pm: A high-energy bowling fundraiser supporting programs for people with disabilities: Bowling to Raise Bucks is a fun-filled fundraising event that brings teams, families, and community members together for a night of bowling, prizes, and camaraderie. Funds raised directly support Ability Partners agencies’ programs that serve children, adults, and families across the Rochester & Finger Lakes communities. Registration to the event includes: two games with shoe rental, pizza, beverages, cookies, snacks, candy, and prizes! 
Dates: 
11/06/2026
6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Location: 
Roseland Bowl, Recreation Drive, Canandaigua, NY, USA
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