Western New York Happenings: March Events

Looking for something to do this month? Check out some of these fun shows, parades, and food events for the entire family.

Sesame Street presents The Body - continues through June 9th at the Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Pkwy. in Buffalo. Kids learn about the body with help from their favorite Sesame Street characters. Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the exhibit's run. Visit www.sciencebuff.org for more information.

SEAsonings: The Original Taste of Niagara Falls - Thursday, March 4th from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Aquarium of Niagara, 701 Whirlpool St. in Niagara Falls, NY. Food samplings from top Niagara Falls restaurants to benefit the Aquarium. Tickets are $45 per person - call 716-285-3575 x. 206. For more information go to www.aquariumofniagara.org.

Cavalcade of Cars - Friday, March 5th through Sunday, March 7th at the Hamburg Fairgrounds Agri-Center. Features hot rods, custom cars, motorcycles, and auto-related exhibits. Admission is $10 for adults, $3 for children ages 6 to 12, and free for children under 6. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit www.the-fairgrounds.com.

Buffalo Home and Garden Show - March 5th through 7th and March 12th through 14th at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, Franklin St. in downtown Buffalo. Admission is $10 for adults, $3 for children 6 to 12, and free for kids under 6; save $3 on adult tickets by purchasing online (www.buffalohomeshow.com). Hours are Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Local Restaurant Week - Monday, March 8th through Sunday, March 14th at over 100 restaurants in Western New York. For complete details, visit westernnewyork.localrestaurantweek.com.

2010 Western New York Sports and Travel Expo - Thursday, March 11th through Sunday, March 14th at the Hamburg Fairgrounds. Seminars, exhibits, retailers, and more, geared toward sportsmen in Western New York. Admission is $8, kids under 10 are free; hours are noon to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Visit www.sportandtravelexpo.com for more information.

"Old Neighborhood" St. Patrick's Day Parade - Saturday, March 13th on South Park Ave. near the Valley Community Center at noon.

St. Patrick's Day Parade - Sunday, March 14th on Delaware Ave. in Buffalo (begins near City Hall) at 2 p.m.

NCAA College Basketball Tournament, Rounds One and Two - Friday, March 19th (first round games) and Sunday, March 21st (second round games) at the HSBC Arena; teams to be announced.

Plantasia 2010: Artistry in Bloom - Thursday, March 25th through Sunday, March 28th at the Hamburg Fairgrounds. The annual premier garden and landscape show in the area features themed gardens, seminars and demonstrations, the Children's Discovery Garden, and the Garden Market for your shopping pleasure. Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors (60+), and children 12 and under are free; Thursday and Friday Valu Days Tickets are $5. Hours are Thursday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit www.plantasiany.com for more information.