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Feb 02
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Celebrate Chinese New Year with IIB!

By Education, Events
Thursday, February 26, 2026 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM International Institute of Buffalo 864 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209 Free parking    Tickets General Admission $40 Good Neighbor Society Member $30  Enjoy kicking off “The Year of the Horse” at IIB’s Chinese New Year celebration! The evening will feature: Traditional music and dancers from the WNY Chinese Cultural Center! A…
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Jan 22
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First “Meet the Ambassador” Event a Huge Success!

By Education, Events, Meet the Ambassador
In the first-ever installment of its “Meet the Ambassador” lectures, Ambassador Dan Foote recounted his personal experience in the United States Foreign Service. He also shared his take on how American foreign policy decisions play out in real life. Over 40 people braved the snowy weather to learn more about how American foreign policy decisions play out in real life.…
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Nov 21
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IIB Celebrates with Parkside Lutheran for Fourth Annual Refugee Thanksgiving Dinner

By Events, In the Community, News
For the fourth year, staff and volunteers from the International Institute of Buffalo (IIB) and Parkside Lutheran Church provided the first Thanksgiving meal for refugees. The congregation members cooked the turkeys while also assisting with food donations. The dinner was prepared in the afternoon of the event at the Church, located in Buffalo. Between 65 clients, staff, board members, church…
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Nov 11
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Come to IIB’s Global Holiday Gift Market on Thursday, December 11!

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Click above to play the video! 'Tis the season for IIB’s Global Holiday Gift Market! This event is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in holiday cheer while shopping for artisanal products and handmade crafts with an international flair! Perfect for gift-giving! African & Hispanic Gifts Middle Eastern Arts and Crafts Clothing and Accessories from Indonesia and Iraq Middle Eastern…
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Nov 01
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Adopt Family for the Holidays!

By Donations, Events
Adopt a family during the gift-giving season and make the season bright for our newest American families! They are immigrant and refugee families from all over the world, including Afghanistan, Burma, Congo, Guatemala, Iraq, Rwanda, Somalia, Syria, Tanzania, and Thailand. While they have joy and appreciation as they start life in America, many have very little in the way of…
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Oct 22
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Third Annual Sold-out Refugees of Comedy Show Brings the Laughs

By Events, News
A third-annual sold-out crowd recently enjoyed an evening of laughter, international fare, and music at Buffalo Toronto Public Media's studios — all to benefit the International Institute of Buffalo (IIB). Again, a resounding success, the Refugees of Comedy event featured established Los Angeles-based and internationally touring comedian Thom Tran, who this year also brought new friends Matt Kirshen and Corinna…
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Oct 09
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The Refugees of Comedy Coming October 15!

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A fundraiser for the International Institute of Buffalo Enjoy an evening of laughs from internationally touring comedians Thom Tran, Matt Kirshen, and Corrina Yee! Open bar with beer, wine, and soft drinks and international food from local restaurants. VIP packages available, including exclusive “meet and greet” access, liquor options, and preferred seating. Free Parking!           Comedian…

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Jul 24
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Buffalo Without Borders Returns with a Backyard Edition!

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Travel the world through food and fun!  Many have asked when we were bringing back our popular cultural and food event, Buffalo Without Borders. Good news! We are putting together a fun and casual backyard version of the event!  Delicious international food and drinks, festive ethnic music, traditional dancers, and artisanal craft vendors will create a night to remember, and we want…
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