Shannon and her team were amazing from start to finish! Easy to communicate with, everything was…read moreclear from the start, leaving me with no questions and no doubt in my mind that everything would go off smoothly. The event was absolutely stunning and a huge success! I absolutely hope to work with them again in the future!

When I think about my wedding day, a lot of great memories will come to mind, but nothing will…read morestandout as much as how GLAD my husband and I are that we hired Shannon from Pear Planning to be our Day of Coordinator. From the first e-mail and phone call that Shannon and I exchanged to our last text message the day after my wedding, she was an absolute pleasure and delight to work with. She knew every detail of our entire wedding weekend, she flawlessly executed my ceremony and venue decor set-ups in concert with our venue's banquet coordinator and she kept our entire bridal party on schedule the entire day. When I would think of something, I would turn to Shannon to say it, but she had already handled it. She had a smile on her face the entire day, and made us feel loved and provided for, as if we were her own family members getting married. But most of all? She took care of OUR MOMs so that they never had to stress or worry about any moment of the big day. I hope someday I have some reason to hire Shannon again. If you are looking for a wedding planner or Day of Coordinator in the Buffalo/Niagara region, you must hire Shannon. You will not be disappointed.

The Tacoma Performing Arts Center (T-PAC) is a music venue located within The Charter Place. This…read morevenue has had past lives as a synagogue and school and is currently being used for cultural and art events, weddings, and conferences amongst other things. We attended an event called Blue Monday with Jack Civiletto (Chicago Jack) leading the group. Each week has a guest singer. This week it was Rod Nickson. This was followed by an open blues jam session where other local blues musicians are welcome to join in. Reserved seating is recommended with other tables available depending on the crowd. There's limited but good food menu and reasonably priced drink menu. Enjoyable fun night. If you're not into blues (which I love!) You can check their calendar for other option. Oh and there's a parking lot right across the street along with street parking. 2021-181

Been to T-PAC (Tacoma Preforming Art Center) a few times for great Blues music. Finally getting off…read moremy behind to write a revew. From my first visit to the most recent it's a 5 Star entertainment venue. We come to listen to the best of the best of Western New York's Blues performers, most of which are in the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame. Our latest visit here was for the 2022 Lafayette Tap Room Reunion party. Anyone that remembers the Tap Room at the Lafayette Hotel on Washington St should remember how Blues nights packed the house. This reunion was the same. Packed with musicians taking turns on stage and music fans filling the venue. There is always a reasonably priced food menu and a fair priced bar. I encourage anyone interested in this type of entertainment to check out their website. Search Tacoma Preforming Art Canter.for upcoming events.

I must say, this has been an amazing experience. Very clean and intimate atmosphere. Then we met…read moreDevon/Devin and has to be one of the best waiters I have ever had. Knew the food, flavors, and the descriptions were spot on! Food was absolutely delightful and magical. Small plates were amazing and the steaks we had were magical. The only downfall was the noise inside. Sitting next to my girlfriend we had to keep leaning in to hear each other. Besides that, absolutely coming back.

I hadn't been to Oliver's in probably eight years, and it's still met and exceeded our…read moreexpectations. I have to remember to come here more often, whether it is for a classy time at an ample bar space, or a special dinner. Service was exceptional at the bar and the table. They still had an item I remembered from my visit many years ago, decadence of egg, and they still have it and it's still outstanding. Pricey, but worth it for a real treat. They were excellent in accommodating food allergies, and had many options for me as a gluten-free person - including desserts!

Manna had always been a good to for us. Soul food with a twist. This was my first time at the new…read morelocation on Main Street on a cold day, in the mood for something warm and cozy. I chose the seafood chowder. Picture a container full of warm, smooth, yummy goodness. Great velvety consistency with mounds of crab, baby scallops and shrimp. Seafood in each bite, not just broth overload. Great extras that gave the taste more depth like onions, celery, salt and pepper. After the first spoonful I got lost in paradise only to snap out of it and find it was gone. I'd eaten the whole container before I could snap a pic...corn bread paired nicely with it by the way. Go check them out! You won't be disappointed.

Fried Haddock is 5/5! Very cool spot with local art and a good vibe. The owner and everyone working…read morehere this Saturday morning is nice. Check it out for breakfast!

Party in North Buffalo!…read more Compact - Party space for up to 100-150 or so. North Buffalo, near Delaware Park and the Zoo, good catering, great, open, easy-to-use space. Street parking. Expanded - Next to the FLW Darwin Martin House is the Greatbatch Pavilion. This large open space has various pieces of historical info about the Darwin Martin House, but it also provides a venue for a cocktail party (up to 150), a formal sit down dinner (up to 100) or a lecture space. I like this space because it is long, open and has unobstructed views throughout. You can really see what is happening from anywhere in the space. You will overlook the Darwin Martin House from this (mostly windows) space. Its an unobstructed view. Gorgeous day or night. The restrooms are modern and functional. There is a space for coatracks, or you can have a coat check. I'm not sure if there is a choice of caterers, but the food I have had at a few events has been good. The service professional and unobtrusive. Its available 7 days a week for rentals. While they don't do weddings or wedding receptions here, they are open for anything else, including the rehearsal dinner. It unique and beautiful. You can decorate to make it "your own" too. Street parking. 10/2015