🌱 Pints In The Park Is Back + How Can We Support Buffalo's East Side?

Hello all! I'm back in your inbox this morning with the most important things happening in town today.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 73 Low: 62.

Here are the top three stories today in Buffalo:

1. Looking for a way to cool off in the summer heat? Pints in the Park is coming back. The Erie County Executive Mark Poloncarz announced the return yesterday on his social media accounts. Events are scheduled from June to October, and you can see the full list at the link. (WGRZ.com)
2. Since the May 14 shooting, there has been a mass influx of assistance coming to Buffalo's east side. According to a representative with Black-owned non-profits in Buffalo, the needs of the city go far beyond what outside attention can solve today. Representatives from the non-profits said that economic development and the reversal of decades of redlining are some of the policies that could benefit Buffalo's east side. (The Business Journals)
3. A research team at the University at Buffalo is working to revolutionize modern manufacturing. The research focuses on integrating AI and big data into manufacturing to help make it more efficient and high-quality. The work is funded by a $2.3 million grant from the National Science Foundation. (Press Release Desk)

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Today in Buffalo:

• Mahjong Club at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Computer Coach at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Gadzooks Volunteer Day at Western New York Book Arts Center (11:00 AM)
• National Somali Bantu Community USA at Frank E. Merriweather, Jr. Library (12:00 PM)
• Writing Dreams Together Workshop at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (12:00 PM)
• Lunchtime Learning: Mobile Files at Buffalo and Erie County Public Library (12:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Squeaky clean! The Buffalo Zoo shared photos of the sea lion pool receiving some much-needed TLC. Staff expect the pool to be clean and ready to go by this weekend. (Facebook)
• Looking for a furry friend? The City Of Buffalo Animal Shelter wants you to meet Sage. See the photo of the sweet, easygoing pup at the link. (Instagram)
• Is your middle or high schooler looking for a summer activity? Buffalo Schools wants you to know about the Arts summer programming. Check out the link for details. (Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.