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Erie/Niagara County Upcoming Events

  • Family Day at JCC
    Family Day at JCC
    Feb 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Jewish Family Community Center, 2640 N Forest Rd, Getzville, NY 14068, USA
    Bring the whole family to JCC for a day full of crafts, food, swimming, workouts and activities for all ages!
  • Family Ice Bumper Cars
    Family Ice Bumper Cars
    Feb 09, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Buffalo Waterfront Canalside, 44 Prime St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
    Get your kids out of the house and join us at Canalside for some family fun time out on the ice! Veteran Families
  • Web Warriors: Internet Basics for Veterans
    Web Warriors: Internet Basics for Veterans
    Feb 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Harry Schultz Community Center, 3rd Flr., 1255 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14213, USA
    This introductory class on internet basics is designed specifically for Veterans, providing a solid foundation for navigating the digital world.
  • Healthy Eating
    Healthy Eating
    Feb 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Harry Schultz Community Center, 1255 Niagara St Suite 230, Buffalo, NY 14213, USA
    Join us and Buffalo Go Greens for a fun and interactive event focused on healthy eating and cooking. Enjoy some delicious food in the process! Veteran +1
  • Photo Club
    Photo Club
    Feb 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Harry Schultz Community Center, 1255 Niagara St Suite 230, Buffalo, NY 14213, USA
    Come hang out with our photography club whether you're a seasoned photographer or just starting out. Veteran Only
  • Dungeons & Dragons
    Dungeons & Dragons
    Feb 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Harry Schultz Community Center, 1255 Niagara St Suite 230, Buffalo, NY 14213, USA
    Embark on epic adventures and unleash your imagination with D&D Club. No experience needed! Veteran +1
  • Strikers Lane-Bowling Night
    Strikers Lane-Bowling Night
    Feb 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Striker's Lane, 50 Michael Rd, Buffalo, NY 14224, USA
    Bring your game face and join us for a fun night of bowling - a little friendly competition and a good time awaits! Veteran +1
  • LongHorn Steakhouse Dinner (Niagara County)
    LongHorn Steakhouse Dinner (Niagara County)
    Feb 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    LongHorn Steakhouse, 1861 Military Rd, Niagara Falls, NY 14304, USA
    Gather with us in Lockport for a mouthwatering meal at LongHorn Steakhouse. Enjoy great food, even better company, and zero risk of accidentally texting your ex - because tonight, we're keeping it alcohol free! Veteran Only
  • Wood Whittling Club
    Wood Whittling Club
    Feb 19, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Harry Schultz Community Center, 1255 Niagara St Suite 230, Buffalo, NY 14213, USA
    We're providing a hands-on experience to carve, create, and connect! Veteran +1
  • Family Chuck E. Cheese Night
    Family Chuck E. Cheese Night
    Feb 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Chuck E. Cheese, 2638 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216, USA
    Bring the family to Chuck E. Cheese and let the kids burn off that punt-up winter energy! Veteran Families
  • MMA Fight Night
    MMA Fight Night
    Feb 21, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino, 310 4th St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303, USA
    Feel the adrenaline at the MMA Fight Night at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Veteran Only
  • Llama Adventures: A Day of Nature and Fun
    Llama Adventures: A Day of Nature and Fun
    Feb 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Llama Adventures, 360 Park Rd, Arcade, NY 14009, USA
    Who doesn't want the opportunity to hang out with some llamas for the day? Come join us and we can make that happen!
  • Basics to Beekeeping
    Basics to Beekeeping
    Feb 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village, 3755 Tonawanda Creek Rd, Amherst, NY 14228, USA
    Discover what all the "buzz" is about and learn how to start your own hive, support pollinators, and enjoy the sweet rewards of beekeeping!
  • The Grill at The Dome: Home of SPORTZONE
    The Grill at The Dome: Home of SPORTZONE
    Feb 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
    The Grill at The Dome: Home of SPORTZONE, 175 Brompton Rd, Tonawanda, NY 14150, USA
    Join us for some fun and exciting games with some delicious food! Veteran Families
  • “Spice Girl Cooking”
    “Spice Girl Cooking”
    Feb 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    VOSC Harry Schultz Community Center, 1255 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14213, USA
    Get ready to spice up your culinary skills with our “Spice Girl Cooking’” demo class! Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, this class is perfect for anyone looking to add a little zest to their cooking.
  • Digital Fortress: Enhancing Your Online Security
    Digital Fortress: Enhancing Your Online Security
    Feb 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    VOSC Harry Schultz Community Center, 1255 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14213, USA
    Join our online security class and learn how to protect yourself and your data in the digital world. Register now and secure your digital future! 💻🔐
  • Family Night at YMCA
    Family Night at YMCA
    Feb 26, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    YMCA Lockport, 5833 Snyder Dr, Lockport, NY 14094, USA
    The whole family is invited to have a good time at our monthly family night at YMCA! Veteran Families
  • Dinner at Chili's (Erie County)
    Dinner at Chili's (Erie County)
    Feb 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Chili's, 1145 Niagara Fls Blvd, Amherst, NY 14226, USA
    Don't feel like cooking? Come grab a bite with us! Veteran Only
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Peer Support Specialist

Willie Cannon

Willie James Cannon III is a Peer Support Specialist at the Veterans One-stop Center, and an Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran who served in Afghanistan with the Army National Guard. A social work major at Buffalo State University, Willie is dedicated to supporting fellow Veterans in their journey toward wellness and resilience. As a proud father of four, he balances his professional mission with his role as a committed family man, striving to make a positive impact both at home and in his community.

Rick Ammerman Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist

Rick Ammerman

Rick Ammerman, NYSCPS-P,  is a dedicated Peer Support Specialist certified in New York State.  A proud Air Force Veteran, he is committed to empowering and assisting Veterans. Rick draws on his professional training and his personal journey of recovery from alcoholism and trauma to provide empathetic guidance and foster a supportive sense of community for his fellow Vets. Rick is passionate about promoting their resilience and wellness. 

Katrina Peer Support Specialist

Peer Support Specialist

Katrina Ciesinski

Katrina Ciesinski is a 33-year-old mother of two twin boys, and is a self-described people-person. She equally enjoys the social aspect of her job as well as the opportunity to connect Veterans and their families with resources and services they need. Katrina will be creating free meaningful events that are specifically family-centered for Veterans and their families in Erie and Niagara counties.

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