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    READY FOR THE SUMMER? THE BFNC SUMMER SOLSTICE WELCOMES THE CELEBRATION

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    NEW LOCATION, MANY ACTIVITIES, DELICIOUS FOOD, FUN EVENING!

    Jun 18,2026
    5:30 PM – 9:30 PM EDT

    LOCATION: THE BARREL FACTORY
    65 Vandalia St
    Buffalo, NY 14204, USA

    2026 THEME: THE Neighborhood Backyard Bash

    Get ready to be part of the Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers, Inc.’s ULTIMATE SUMMER SOLSTICE. This Neighborhood Backyard Bash-themed mix-and-mingle celebration will feature live music and dancing to the beats of a DJ, along with delicious hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Enjoy a game of miniature golf or try your hand at corn hole.

    DRESS IN YOUR FAVORITE SUMMER ATTIRE  and BE READY FOR PHOTOS.

    THE NEIGHBORHOOD IMPACT AWARDS
    As we welcome the summer season, we’ll also honor five (5)incredible Community Partners who share our mission to Unlock Potential and Enrich Lives. JOIN OUR MC FOR THE EVENING Ms. Rachel Henderson, Actress, Educator, and Writer as we honor:

    Rosalind Burgin, Partner, MMB Realty – Rashida Dowell, M&T Bank, – NYS Senator April Baskin – Giona Paolercio, AIA President at Paolercio Architecture, PLLC- Brian Charlton, BXI Consultants. President

    It’s an unforgettable evening, and we want YOU to be there!

    FUNDS raised at this event will support vital programs that enhance community FOOD ACCESS and SERVICES FOR OLDER ADULTS  empowering them with the skills and resources they need to achieve their full potential.

    Thank you for supporting our mission—your contribution makes all the difference!

    TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED at

    https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bfnc-summer-solstice–2026

    *** THERE ARE EARLY BIRD GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ***

    ** A NEW EXPERIENCE THIS YEAR!  JOIN US ON A VIP Distillery Tasting & Food Pairing Experience.  ***SO,  ENJOY THE VIP Experience AND the Summer Solstice Activities.   SEE THE TICKET DONATION PRICE.

    2025 Solstice Celebration Recap

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    THANK YOU for attending our 2025 Solstice Celebration!

    We hope to see you next year.

    The BFNC SOLSTICE was on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the Templeton Landing Restaurant. The event featured a raffle, a live band, a DJ with great dance tunes, photo opportunities, a delicious menu of hors d’oeuvres and desserts, an open Bar, and the opportunity to sit on the patio and enjoy the lakeside view.

    We hope that all attendees had a great time. This event is BFNC’s only yearly fundraiser.

    WE THANK THE SOLSTICE SPONSORS AND ALL ATTENDEES. YOU ALL MADE THE EVENT MEMORABLE.

    Check out this video recap!

    A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!  GREAT EVENTS ONLY HAPPEN WITH CARING COMMUNITY PARTNERS.

    Do You Know Your Neighbor?

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    The Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers to Honor Good Neighbors Who Make a Community Impact

    Every Year at the BFNC Annual Summer Solstice Fundraiser they host an Awards  Ceremony to say Thank you to 5 Community Builders – Our Buffalo Neighbors – who are impacting the Buffalo Community.

    2024 Honorees Include:

    • Gladys Diji, RN, MSN, FCN
    • Meelin Dian Chinkit-Wells, DDS
    • Adam Perry Esq.
    • Isaac De Los Santos
    • Al-Nisa Banks

     

    Chandra Redfern, BFNC CEO explains why a Summer Celebration. “The summer season can bring optimism and hope for the future. We look forward to community members coming together to focus on the positive and celebrate the community work that has made an impact,” stated Chandra Redfern, BFNC CEO. 

    CREATING A CULTURE OF COMMUNITY – WHY NEIGHBORS ARE IMPORTANT:
    The Buffalo Federation of Neighborhood Centers (BFNC) is a community-based agency with over 130 years of collaborative service to Buffalo residents. The agency’s history is rooted in helping neighbors.  Neighbors, our community members, are the ones who make up a great city.  BFNC believes that we all have a responsibility to help lift those in need of care overcoming life obstacles.  Redfern adds that each community member can help a person in need in their neighborhood. We can all start with one neighbor! This call to action can create a chain reaction that can impact the entire community.

     

    LET’S CELEBRATE!
    The agency invites the community to celebrate the beginning of the summer season, and 5 Community Leaders who embrace the BFNC’s mission of Unlocking Potential and Enriching Lives. Funds from this event will be directed to implement programming to uplift and assist community youth with developing the skills and knowledge needed to reach their desired success and seniors with healthy food and transportation needs.

    Attendees will enjoy a summer evening overlooking the Buffalo Waterfront, A chance to win great prizes during the annual raffle, dancing to the sounds of a live band and DJ, tasty hors d’oeuvres, and drinks. Tickets can be purchased at http://bfncsolstice24.givesmart.com.

    To find out more about BFNC services and programs visit bfnc.org.

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    BFNC’s doors are open to all people and communities – helping them navigate a path from where they are to where they want to be.

    CONTACT BFNC

    716.852.5065

    2365 Main Street
    Buffalo, NY 14214

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