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8 Ways to Experience WNY Holiday Cheer This Year

8 Ways to Experience WNY Holiday Cheer This Year

The holiday season is here! Looking to enjoy the festivities around Buffalo this year? We’ve done it again: Here are some great events going on in WNY to experience all the holiday cheer.

1.) Fairgrounds Festival of Lights (Hamburg, NY) Dec. 4-6, 11-13, 18-23, & 26-27

What is more festive than a stunning display of lights? This event boasts over 60 light displays and two miles to explore. The…

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Donate to the Food Bank of WNY at any Budget of Buffalo location!

Donate to the Food Bank of WNY at any Budget of Buffalo location!

Budget of Buffalo is happy to announce that we will once again be collecting donations for the Food Bank of WNY this November. Every little bit counts…Just $1.00 can help the Food Bank distribute 6 points of food to those in need. 100% Of your donation will go directly to the Food Bank of WNY and help families in the community this upcoming holiday season. Simply inform our customer service…

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4 of WNY’s Best State Parks for Fall Foliage Summer is in our rear view mirror and we're looking toward the beautiful fall season in WNY.  

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On the Road Again: Packing & Travel Tips for Labor Day

On the Road Again: Packing & Travel Tips for Labor Day

Labor Day typically marks the end of the summer season and the start of the new school year. But don’t fret! There’s still a little time left to soak up the sun (with sunscreen liberally applied, of course). Looking for a way to alleviate some of that “are we there yet?” road trip stress? Here are some packing and traveling tips to help you plan your last summer trip.

Pack Effectively

When…

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Red, White, and Blueberries: 5 Recipes For Your 4th of July

Red, White, and Blueberries: 5 Recipes For Your 4th of July

We here at Budget love to eat, and love trying new recipes (clearly). With Independence Day on Saturday, we know many people will be heading outside and enjoying the weekend. So in our usual fashion, we thought we would share some fantastic and patriotic themed recipes to spice up your 4th of July picnic. Though we like some of these so much, you may want to enjoy them all summer!

Mama’s Cornmeal…

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5 Buffalo 5Ks: The Best Way To Start Your Summer

5 Buffalo 5Ks: The Best Way To Start Your Summer

It’s June in WNY, and we couldn’t be more excited for the start of summer and all the start of festivals and outdoor events here in WNY. We’re dusting off our running shoes and getting back into shape. Looking for a little more motivation to go the extra mile? We’ve compiled a list of 5 races happening in WNY (We found 35+!) that we think are a great place to start.

1.) Superhero Race & Wellness…

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May is National Moving Month!

May is National Moving Month! Check out our infographic

April showers bring May flowers…and National Moving Month! May kicks off the beginning of the busy spring/summer months that are popular for moving in WNY. With the amount of moving options, check out our infographic with some general information about moving trends in the US.

Need more ideas on how to make the best move? Check out Tommy the Truck’stips for an easy and stress free (maybe we…

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Five Ways to Spring Break in Buffalo

Spring Break in Buffalo

We’re hoping that April showers will bring May flowers, and no more snow showers. Along with the rainy drizzle comes the much anticipated Spring Break season.

Some take the opportunity in April to get out of WNY and travel, and we understand that. March didn’t exactly come in like a lion and out like a lamb. But if you’re not traveling out of town, here’s a list of some great things going on…

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March is Women’s History Month March is finally here, and the big spring thaw will (hopefully soon) begin. Another great thing about March?

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A Romantic Valentine's Day in Buffalove

A Romantic Valentine’s Day in Buffalove

February is known for two things: Superbowl Sunday & Valentine’s Day. Now that you’ve watched the biggest game of the year, you can focus on celebrating a romantic Valentine’s Day in WNY.

Here are locations that are within driving distance that can offer great food, ambiance, and more for your special someone.

Holiday Valley

Nestled in Ellicottville, NY, about an hour southeast of Buffalo, is…

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Three Winter Driving Misconceptions

Winter Driving Misconceptions

We here at Budget of Buffalo are used to the snow. (Heck, we survived Snowvember, and a few of us even made it to the office if we weren’t completely snowed in or in a travel ban area!) We’re used to winter weather conditions, from snow to sleet to ice. Those of you visiting, however, may not be so experienced. We’ve compiled a list of common misconceptions about winter driving that will…

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Feeling Festive? Here are some holiday events around WNY!

Buffalo's Best Holiday Events

We here at Budget love Buffalo around the holiday season. It’s the one time of year where snow makes everything magical and festive! Many of our local towns hold amazing holiday events, from lighting displays to 5ks that will bring you some holiday cheer. We’ve compiled a list of some of our favorites for you to check out this December.

1.) Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens

The Buffalo…

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Budget Gives Thanks To The Buffalo Community This November

Budget Gives Thanks To The Buffalo Community This November

Thanksgiving is only a little more than 3 weeks away!

We here at Budget have a lot to be thankful for, but we are especially thankful for our customers and our Buffalo community. We are proud to be a locally owned business here in the 716 since 1967!

This month, in addition to donating ourselves, we are collecting donations for the Food Bank of WNY. At all 5 of our locations, simply let our…

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3 WNY Fall Driving Tips

Fall Driving Tips

We here at Budget of Buffalo all love the fall. Between pumpkin carving, apple picking, and the stunning foliage all around, we love to get out and keep busy! While this season is known for its beautiful views here in WNY, it also brings some changing road conditions. Here are some tips to keep you safe while driving during the fall season.

1.) Leaf piles are fun…

With the leaves beginning to…

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Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Distracted Driving Awareness Month

  Budget of Buffalo is taking the month of September to bring awareness to a growing issue: distracted driving. A major cause of accidents involving injuries are distracted drivers.

What is distracted driving?

What is considered distracted driving? A few examples are:

Texting

Using a cell phone or smartphone

Eating and drinking

Talking to passengers

Grooming

Reading, including maps

Using a…

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Back-to-School is just around the corner....

Back-to-School is just around the corner….

  For your donation, The Salvation Army has requested the following items:

Solid color spiral notebooks, wide rule

Composition Notebooks

2 pocket folders with prongs – SOLID COLORS ONLY

Glue Sticks

Fiskars scissors (blunt tip, please)

EXPO Dry erase (white board) markers

Large box of tissues

Large container of moist wipes (baby or antibacterial)

Box of gallon sized resealable zipper…

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Buffalo was rated as the number one place in America for a staycation.  Lucky us!  Save your gas and airfare money and spend some time testing out restaurants, beaches, Darien Lake and a ton of museums!