North Tonawanda Daily: Fundraisers, live music and city meetings on a snowy weekend

Good morning, North Tonawanda

Snow and bitter cold are sticking around today, with temperatures struggling to reach the low teens and wind chills well below zero. Roads may be slick at times, so plan a little extra time if you are heading out to events or church this weekend, and bundle up if you are walking along the river or between parked cars and venues.

Tonight: Meat raffle on Nash Road

If you are looking for something social and low-key indoors, Adam’s Fire Company is hosting a meat raffle this evening at the Alder Creek Banquet Facility on Nash Road. The event runs from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. and features an evening of raffles and prizes to support the company’s work in the community. Organizers are billing it as a relaxed, family-friendly way to get out of the house despite the wintry weather.

Weekend events and local flavor

Downtown, the Riviera Theatre kept Webster Street buzzing Friday night with a Rolling Stones tribute show, part of the venue’s steady winter lineup of concerts and special events. Even with the snow, the theater continues to draw fans from across Niagara County, helping keep restaurants and bars nearby busy on cold evenings.

The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum is also finding ways to entertain families from home, with virtual storytime programming scheduled through social media. That online option pairs nicely with classic local traditions like the Friday fish fry at the Tonawanda Sportsmen’s Club in North Tonawanda, which continues weekly at 4:00 p.m. through Good Friday and gives residents another reason to gather close to home.

City Hall this week

City government will be busy in the days ahead. A Zoning Board of Appeals meeting is set for Monday, February 9, followed by a Common Council workshop on Tuesday, February 10. Also Tuesday, the Waterfront Commission is scheduled to meet, continuing discussions about riverfront and canal-side planning. On Wednesday, February 11, the city’s Climate Smart Task Force meets, part of an ongoing push to prepare for more extreme weather and long-term infrastructure needs. All meetings are listed on the city’s official calendar.

Weather and air quality snapshot

After yesterday’s bursts of light snow, today’s forecast keeps snow showers in the picture with a high near 10°F and an overnight low around -1°F. Gusty north winds will make it feel even colder, especially on open stretches along River Road and the canal. Air quality is in the moderate range, so the main concern is the cold itself rather than pollution; limit time outside if you are sensitive to wind and low temperatures.

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