Community Events

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Youth must be accompanied by an adult to attend our community events.

The next community event will be Rock the Block on August 20!

 

 

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: Produce/grocery giveaways, kids’ activities, raffles and prizes, health and wellness resources, plus visiting organizations offering additional resources.

 

2025 Good for the Neighborhood Schedule:

 

Tuesday, August 26 | 5-7 p.m.

  • Details TBD

 

Thursday, October 2 | 5-6:30 p.m.

  • Details TBD

 

Community Initiatives

 

WSCS collaborates with several community-wide initiatives aimed at strengthening the safety and vitality of the West Side community.

  • Independent Health Foundation

  • Px21 (Erie County coalition of substance abuse prevention agencies)

  • West Zone Community Schools

  • B-District Community Police

Our 161 Vermont Street community center is temporarily closed for renovations. Some programs are still operating at different locations. Please visit wscsbuffalo.org/renovation for all the details.