West Side Community Services offers a variety of programs to strengthen and celebrate families. We are always adding new programs so follow our Facebook page for updates or check this page frequently.
Community Events
Join our email list or follow us on Facebook and Instagram to hear about upcoming events!
Youth must be accompanied by an adult to attend our community events.
Rock the Block! | Wednesday, August 21 from 5-8 p.m.
Join us for our fourth annual FREE community block party!
Learn more about Rock the Block here!
Good for the Neighborhood with the Independent Health Foundation
Good for the Neighborhood is a free, community-based wellness program that brings health-related training and tools to areas where access to health care is limited. Individuals and families are encouraged to manage and improve their health by attending quarterly health fair-style events and workshops.
What’s included: Free health screenings (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, height, and weight), produce/grocery giveaways, kids’ activities, raffles, visiting organizations offering additional resources.
Thursday, July 25 | 5-7 p.m.
Thanks to the Independent Health Foundation, free backpacks and school supplies will be distributed while supplies last. Children must be present to receive a backpack.
We’ll also be joined by:
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Buffalo Museum of Science – building and testing electrical circuits
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Buffalo & Erie County Public Library (Crane Branch) – make your own button
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The Fruit Lady – smoothie samples and free fruits to take home
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Westside Baseball, Softball, and T-Ball League – outdoor kids’ activities (weather-permitting)
Thursday, October 3 | 5-6:30 p.m.
Check back in the fall for event details.
Community Initiatives
WSCS collaborates with several community-wide initiatives aimed at strengthening the safety and vitality of the West Side community.
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Independent Health Foundation
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Px21 (Erie County coalition of substance abuse prevention agencies)
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West Zone Community Schools
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West Side Promise Neighborhood
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B-District Community Police
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West Side Youth Development Coalition