If they ever bulldoze this soccer field, I'll be like, "omg! They killed Kenney!" But hopefully…read morethat totally never happens. Because I'm a big fan, in fact this is where I played some of the biggest soccer games of my amateur grown-up life once I moved to Buffalo. Under the floodlights late in the evening, playing for the Eagles, we had some great moments here. Through balls, defensive blocks, epic crosses, and a very famous last minute goal by JG (hey if you're reading, that was an awesome strike!), and those memories will last forever. I actually felt like an American on those nights. Like I'd never been born and raised in a pessimistic negative rough and harsh society like I was. As if I'd been one of the dreamers, the Hollywood kids, the baseball kids, the cotton candy Kool Aid kids, and yes I must have been drinking the Kool Aid before writing this. Suffice to say, I always loved this field, and I always will.

I imagine most people come here for one of two reasons. The memorial. Or the soccer…read more This is a field. Hence the name. In the heart of the town the traffic does flow by here. It has various bleacher seats set up for what are presumably soccer games, based on the goals. There are picnic tables under a covered area. Nice for a hot sunny day. Small playground area. Then there's a large veterans memorial here which is beautiful. All names inscribed by military branch. Many trees and benches in honor of the fallen. Large easy parking lot. 1125

On the Buffalo River there is an older park. Its not part of the Olmstead System. Views of the…read moreriver and the silos from here are very nice. Named after Father Conway, who was a WWII chaplain. Father Conway was not a Buffalo native, but he did have his parish here. He attended Niagara University and was ordained in 1934 to the priesthood for the Diocese of Buffalo. He worked in many of the local area churches, including St Rose of Lima and St Brigid. His hobby was sailing Lake Erie in a small sailboat. He was very much appreciated by the blue collar parishioners he tended to. He enlisted in 1942, and eventually found himself on the USS Indianapolis, which was torpedoed. While he survived for three days tending to the other sailors in the water with him, he was one of those lost. About 300 survived and they all told tales about Father Conway going from man to man to preach and encourage him as they treaded water waiting for rescue. Upon the news of his death, locals in Buffalo wanted to do something to remember him. Initially the park was not as well kept up as it is now, but under Mayor Masiello the park got signage and fencing and became a real neighborhood park, which is used by many today. Nice place to have a picnic with the breezes off the water.

I play at the softball fields at Conway park and they could be maintained a lot better than they…read moreare. There are two softball diamonds and whenever there is a rain storm, you can guarantee the games are going to be cancelled because the field don't hold water well at all. The grass is overgrown and the woodsy areas could be much more well kept. Parking at field two is difficult. You either have to ride over the grass or park in the lot behind the field and trek through the tall grass and weeds and cross your fingers that you don't get poison ivy. There also aren't any porta-potties nearby which makes for a difficult situation in the 5th inning after you've consumed three beers and a 16 oz water bottle. What? It's a beer league. Anyways, in addition to having no porta-potties around, there really isn't anything around here. There is one gas station attached to a convenience store that is in rough shape. They have a bathroom, but regardless of whether or not you buy something from the store, they won't let you use it. I have to give Conway Park three stars however, because we have way too much fun when we play at these fields.

***update*** They have put up netting that stops balls from going onto the other fields. Kudos for…read morethat! Good move! Not much to say. Like most rec centers, it's cold in the winter. There isn't really any seating .. a couple of benches and picnic tables. You have to bring your own chair in. They cut the "field" in half for the younger kids (referring to soccer here because that's what I come here for) and this results in balls from other games going on coming onto each other's playing fields. The worst part of this place is that smells like sweaty .. ummm .. "soccer" balls. As soon as you walk in the smell hits you in the face. I smell it every time I come in and I want to throw up. The turf is nice. I will say that.

Attended a tour led by Explore Buffalo of this unique boathouse. I highly recommend going on the…read more$15, 1 hour tour so you can go inside. The boathouse was designed in 1905 by Frank Lloyd Wright for the University of Wisconsin rowing team. The University was unable to raise enough money to have it actually built, and the prints laid dormant until 2003, when fundraising efforts began, construction beginning in 2006 in Buffalo. I don't want to give away the tour, so if you're interested in the history and the design, definitely go on the tour.

It's a boathouse. Frank Lloyd Wright designed it. You can walk in it…read more Not sure about upstairs. No real direction - just took a picture and left.

With a new executive director the LCA continues the wonderful programs they've always done but have…read moreadded so much more. Porch fest during the Lewiston garden fest, Italian classes and many unique programs like sounds bathing, author talks and poetry readings. The ghost walks in October are so entertaining and interesting.... Walking to stops throughout the village while seeing history portrayed by talented performers... The odd, ghostly stories of village lore come to life. There's always something going on at the LCA.

Hidden gem in North Buffalo. You won't know its there if you weren't looking for it. Great indoor…read moreturf field. Able to rent it for a flag football league. Spacious lobby, clean and welcoming. Front desk attendant was very friendly. Also offer squash courts. To find it, turn off Elmwood onto Hertel. Turn right into the lot with the library and head straight back. Look for the green signs that say athletic center.

This park is beautiful. There is a bike path that goes along the edge of the park. Several baseball…read moreand soccer fields. The large soccer field in the center is perfect for practice as there is a large catch net behind the goal posts so you aren't chasing balls all over. Plenty of parking available, several shelters available for rent, and the greenery is beautiful. I have not tried reserving a shelter yet so I cannot speak to it. There is also a small pond where you can fish which is AWESOME. It's such a nice place to just take a walk or relax.

I really enjoy renting the indoor pavilion for events. A lot has changed over the years though…read more Along with payment for the hall they request a copy of your home owners policy and a $300 deposit for any damages.They sent the deposit and policy back quickly after the event. My biggest complaint was the fireplace is supposed to automatically turn off at 8pm. A little before 6:30pm there were a few people left sitting by the fire and it shut off. The room cooled down quickly. That was kind of upsetting with how much you pay to rent the space.

Oh Baird Point.. quintessential freshman hangout spot and alumni reminiscence place. Whether you…read morepack a picnic with loved ones or wander there all alone, it always warms your heart. I suggest getting some thing to eat from UB Common and walking to Baird point to enjoy a meal. Fun fact: the pillars are taken from the federal reserve bank in downtown Buffalo.

A pretty park that is right on the campus. The architecture of the columns are gorgeous and the…read moreview isn't bad either. Parking is a hot mess. We parked and walked down and around the pond a little. This could be a good place to study or some yoga. Quiet and peaceful on my visit.