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2018 July 4th Fireworks Displays in Buffalo and Western New York

June 22, 2018 By Ann Leave a Comment

2018 July 4th Fireworks Displays in Buffalo and Western New York

Independence Day is Wednesday, July 4, 2018 in the United States, and as part of our national celebrations, fireworks displays are happening in many communities across the United States! If you are looking for fireworks displays in Buffalo, NY, Niagara Falls, NY or in the Western New York area, here is the complete list including dates and times.

It is that time again! Time for Independence Day fireworks displays in Western New York! Here is a list of fireworks displays in Erie County, Niagara County and Western New York for 2018.

Please note many of the fireworks displays actually take place on June 30th through July 3rd (and a big one in the Town of Niagara on July 7th) this year. Check the schedule below for the fireworks schedule of the town nearest you! (This is a great opportunity to watch fireworks more than one night in 2018!)

Fireworks Displays in Buffalo, NY and Western New York

Prior to July 3rd
Note: many of these are fireworks displays occur several times prior to July 3rd

• Clarence, NY Fireworks Display
(July 1st at Dusk)
Clarence Town Park

• Grand Island, NY Fireworks Display
All-new Fourth of July event! July 1-4
Fireworks each night
Martin’s Fantasy Island
2400 Grand Island Blvd

• Niagara Falls, NY Fireworks Display
Enjoy a spectacular display of fireworks over Niagara Falls during the summer season featuring a new, expanded schedule with over 100 firework shows. All performances begin at 10 p.m. and are free.

• Varysburg Fireworks Display
Our fireworks are truly a unique experience and take place on Saturday night only. (June 30, 2018)
1629 US 20A

July 3, 2018 Fireworks Displays in Buffalo, NY and Western New York

Be certain to check the list above for “before” the 3rd of July as many of the events are multi-day events including the 4th of July, 2018.

• Akron, NY Fireworks Display (10pm, July 3rd)
Veteran’s Park – Buell Street

• Aurora, NY Fireworks Display (10pm, July 3rd)
East Aurora
Hamlin Park
(Rain date for fireworks is July 4. All other activities will be canceled.)

• Cheektowaga, NY Fireworks Display (Dusk, July 3rd)
Cheektowaga Town Park

• Buffalo, NY Fireworks Display
Coca-Cola Field
(Largest Fireworks Show of the Season after the Bison game, July 3rd)

• Cuba Lake, NY Fireworks Display

• Lockport, NY Fireworks Display
Note the change in day (July 3rd, not the 4th), and note the route is also different.
The parade will commence at 6:30 pm at Ida Fritz Park, head east along Main Street and end at Charles Street. The fireworks will be fired off over Canal Street.

• Newfane, NY – Olcott, NY Fireworks Display (10pm, July 3rd)
Fireworks Over Lake Ontario
Fireworks over Lake Ontario – Best viewed from Lake Ontario Shoreline, Krull Park, and Olcott
6054 East Main Street
Widely renowned as the most spectacular firework display in the lake region! Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and eat in the park, or in one of our local eateries! View from Krull Park or a boat as we launch the fireworks from the West Pier!

• Town of Tonawanda, NY Fireworks Display
The Town of Tonawanda Youth, Parks and Recreation Department will be honoring USA’s birthday with a special concert at Kenney Field on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 featuring the American Legion Band of the Tonawandas. The concert will begin at 7:30pm and conclude at approximately 9:30pm. At 10:00pm a spectacular fireworks display will be presented by Pyrotecnico.
(The rain date for the event will be Friday, July 6th following the same time frame.)

July 4, 2018 Fireworks Displays in Buffalo, NY and Western New York

• Amherst, NY Fireworks Display
The fireworks will begin at 10 p.m.
A rain date will be announced.
(10pm, July 4th)
University of Buffalo
over Lake LaSalle
North Campus
Flint Entrance & Maple Rd

• Andover, NY Fireworks Display (Dusk, July 4th)

• Batavia, NY Fireworks Display
Dwyer Stadium (After the Muckdogs Game, July 4th)
252 State Street Dusk

• Buffalo, NY Fireworks Display
Canal Side

• City of Tonawanda, NY Fireworks Display (Dusk July 4th)
Niawanda Park and Surrounding Areas, City of Tonawanda
The annual T-NT display will be shot from Tonawanda Island again this year. Niagara Street in Tonawanda will be closed for pedestrian safety. The “Sugar and Jazz Orchestra” concert begins at 7:00 PM at the bandshell in Niawanda Park. The shells begin bursting at dusk, approximately 9:40 PM.

• Town of Concord Fireworks Display/ Village of Springville Fireworks Display
Town of Concord website (click the concert calendar pdf)

• Dunkirk, NY Fireworks Display (Dusk, July 4th)
Memorial Park
Lake Shore Drive
Dunkirk, NY website

• East Amherst, NY Fireworks Display (Dusk, July 4th)
Transit Valley Country Club
8920 Transit Road

• Town of Evans, NY Fireworks Display
July 4th, 9pm-11:45pm

• Findley Lake, NY Fireworks Display
July 4, 2018, 10pm – north end of the lake
Main Street
Findley Lake NY 14736

• Grand Island, NY Fireworks Display
All-new Fourth of July event! July 1-4
Fireworks each night
Martin’s Fantasy Island
2400 Grand Island Blvd

• Hartland, NY, Gasport, NY and Royalton, NY Fireworks Display (dusk, July 4th)
Hartland Town Park

• Lakewood, NY Fireworks Display (10pm, July 4th)
Hartley Park

• Lancaster, NY Fireworks Display (10pm, July 4th)

• Mayville Fireworks Display (10pm, July 4th)
Lakeside Park
Route 394
Mayville NY 14757

• North Tonawanda, NY Fireworks Display (Dusk July 4th)
Wed Jul 4th, 2018 – 9:45 to 10:45 pm At Niagara River

• Olean, NY Fireworks Display (Dusk, July 4th)
Bradner Stadium
Route 417

• Orchard Park, NY Fireworks Display (9:30-11pm, July 4, 2018)
Orchard Park Middle School Campus, 60 South Lincoln Avenue
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Note: the parade has a new route

• Royalton, NY, Hartland, NY and Gasport, NY Fireworks Display (dusk, July 4th)
Hartland Town Park

• Village of Springville Fireworks Display/Town of Concord Fireworks Display
Town of Concord website (click the concert calendar pdf)

• Wheatfield, NY Fireworks Display (dusk, July 4th)
Oppenheimer Park

Fireworks Displays in Buffalo, NY and Western New York

After July 4th

• Town of Niagara Fireworks Display
Saturday, July 7th, 2018
The Town of Niagara’s Independence Day celebration was our largest attended event last year! This day is complete with an all day band line-up, family activities, and an amazing fireworks display.
Veteran’s Memorial Community Park
located at 7000 Lockport Road, Niagara Falls 14305

NOTE:

• 4th of July Fireworks Safety Tips for Kids

• Click here for a long list of 300 Things To Do In Niagara Falls and Buffalo, NY

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How to Make a Gardener Hand Soap Scrub

June 20, 2018 By Ann Leave a Comment

This wonderfully scented, very effective, homemade gardener hand soap scrub is very easy to make. If you have rough, dry, dirty hands from gardening and yard work, mix up a batch of this diy soap/hand scrub and let your hands feel good again. This makes a great gift for gardeners too!

How to Make a Gardener Hand Soap Scrub

Do you like to make homemade soap and homemade scrubs? If you use your hands for gardening or other outdoor activities that leave them very dirty, this DIY gardener hand soap scrub is perfect for you! It is simple to make, soothing and mild, yet the Epsom salt and baking soda do a marvelous job of cleaning the dirt on your hands, including in lines and around your finger beds.

If you are like me and constantly “forgetting” to use yard work or gardening gloves, give this wonderful DIY gardener hand soap scrub formula a try. I bet you’ll be glad you did!

Note:

• For the mild soap, give Dr. Bronner’s a try. This is a peppermint soap. Peppermint is thought to have antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. It can also help keep your skin cool and lower skin irritation.

• The coconut oil will leave your hands feeling soft and smooth.

• Lavender Essential Oil is thought to calm the skin, reduce skin irritations and may help with acne and eczema.

• Geranium Essential Oil – is noted for its astringent properties and may reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

• Myrrh Essential Oil is thought to have anti-microbial and astringent properties.

Gardener Hand Soap Scrub Materials:

• 2 TBSP Coconut Oil
• ¼ cup Mild Soap
• 1 tsp Honey
• 2-3 drops Argan Oil
• 10 drops Lavender Essential Oil
• 10 drops Geranium Essential Oil
• 10 drops Myrrh Essential Oil
• ½ cup Epsom Salts
• ½ cup Baking Soda

Gardener Hand Soap Scrub Mise en Place:

• Measuring Spoons
• Measuring Cup
• Bowl (microwave safe)
• Medium Sized Bowl
• Spatula

Gardener Hand Soap Scrub Instructions:

• Melt coconut oil in the microwave for 20 seconds. Add melted coconut oil to a medium size bowl.

• Add mild soap, honey and Argan oil to the melted coconut oil.

• Add Lavender Essential Oil.

• Add Geranium Essential Oil.

• Add Myrrh Essential Oil.

• Add Epsom salts and baking soda.

• Mix ingredients together.

• Add to airtight container.

To use Gardener Hand Soap Scrub:

• Apply to wet hands.

• Rub hands together to allow the soap scrub to get into the crevices and get out the dirt.

• Rinse hands thoroughly.
• Dry.

• Store the gardener hand soap scrub in an airtight container.

• If giving as a gift, add a ribbon and label the contents. Well, you may want to label the contents regardless of whether or not you are keeping this or gifting to someone.

• To print the instructions for How to Make a Gardener Hand Soap Scrub, just click here.

Note: None of this is meant as medical advice. I am not a doctor, and do not play one on the internet. Please consult a physician if you have any questions about using essential oils so your doctor can better explain to you the benefits, possible side effects, and any warnings about essential oils.

If you enjoy the outdoors, you may be interested in these DIY recipes:

• Homemade Bug Repellent Bars – With warm weather comes bugs! Mosquitoes, flies, and other bothersome insects can intrude when you are trying to enjoy a summer picnic, a backyard barbecue, or a day by the pool. While you can always use a commercial insecticide soap, spray or lotion, sometimes you do not want that on your skin. A great attribute of many essential oils is their ability to ward off unwanted insects.

• Best Essential Oil Mosquito and Bug Repellent Recipes – One of the best attributes of quite a few essential oils is their ability to ward off unwanted insects. Check out these easy pesticide recipes to keep the little buggers at bay.

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Strawberry Ginger Cocktail Recipe

June 18, 2018 By Ann Leave a Comment

The sights and sounds of summer include sitting by the pool, hosting a barbecue, and picnics by the lake. Easy summer cocktails add to the summer party atmosphere. This strawberry ginger cocktail recipe needs to go on your easy mixed drinks list. Bursting with strawberry and ginger flavor, this delicious adult libation is the perfect summer cocktail!

Strawberry Ginger Cocktail Recipe

Notes:

• For more “strawberry” in your cocktail, muddle some fresh strawberries at the bottom of your tall cocktail glass before making this lovely cocktail. “Muddle” sounds odd, but all you are doing is basically smushing mint, spices or fruits to release more of the flavor. You can use a muddler or some other smashing tool (mortar and pestle) to mash fruits, herbs and spices in the bottom of a glass or bowl.

•This cocktail drink uses strawberries (because almost everyone likes strawberries and they pair well with the other ingredients), but you could use raspberries or blackberries to change up the taste.

Strawberry Ginger Cocktail Ingredients:

• Ice
• 1½ oz White Rum
• 1½ oz Pineapple Juice
• 2 oz Ginger Beer
• Strawberries

Strawberry Ginger Cocktail Mise en Place:

• Cocktail Glass
• Jigger
• Cocktail Shaker
• Cocktail Spoon
• Cocktail Strainer

Strawberry Ginger Cocktail Directions:

• Into a cocktail shaker add one cup of ice, white rum, pineapple juice, ginger beer.
• Stir well with a spoon for thirty seconds, then strain into a serving glass filled with ice.
• Garnish with sliced strawberries.
• Serve immediately.

Strawberry Ginger Cocktail Recipe
By Ann
The sights and sounds of summer include sitting by the pool, hosting a barbecue, and picnics by the lake. Easy summer cocktails add to the summer party atmosphere. This strawberry ginger cocktail recipe needs to go on your easy mixed drinks list. Bursting with strawberry and ginger flavor, this delicious adult libation is the perfect summer cocktail!

Prep Time: 3 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Total Time: 03 Minutes

Ingredients:

• Ice
• 1½ oz White Rum
• 1½ oz Pineapple Juice
• 2 oz Ginger Beer
• Strawberries

Directions:

• Into a cocktail shaker add one cup of ice, white rum, pineapple juice, ginger beer.
• Stir well with a spoon for thirty seconds, then strain into a serving glass filled with ice.
• Garnish with sliced strawberries.
• Serve immediately.

Makes 1 serving Strawberry Ginger Cocktail

• To print the Strawberry Ginger Cocktail recipe click here.

Like a few more wonderful summer cocktails? You might enjoy these:

• Blueberry Breeze Cooler – Quench your thirst with this adult lemonade cocktail. A deliciously refreshing adult libation, the Blueberry Breeze Cooler goes down smoothly.

• This High Tide Cocktail will remind you of warm summer days and fun times on the beach. A sweet, delicious rum cocktail with a touch of Midori citrus, the high tide is a fabulous adult libation.

• Orange Creamsicle Cocktail Recipe – If you liked Orange Creamsicles as a kid, try this Orange Creamsicle for adults! Easy to make, this creamy and smooth cocktail is simply delicious.

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