Canalside Cancels Winter Activities, Including Ice Skating

The rinks will go unused this winter at the Buffalo Waterfront.

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The Buffalo News reports Canalside has canceled public activities because of Covid-19.

Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp., the state agency that runs Canalside, announced Friday that it would not offer winter activities this season, including ice skating.

“After careful consideration for the safety and health of our patrons, ECHDC has made the difficult decision to cancel winter activities at Canalside due to COVID-19.

Although ice skating and other related activities will not be available, Canalside and the Outer Harbor will remain open for visitors to enjoy throughout the winter.

All public health guidelines, including the use of facial coverings and practicing social distancing, must be observed."
-Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation, in a statement reported by WGRZ

Canalside and the Outer Harbor's outdoor spaces will not be closed to the public, however there will be no scheduled activities. Visitors are required to wear masks and practice social distancing.

Here are three Disney desserts you can recreate in your kitchen at home.

Normally you'd have to dine at Disney's Be Our Guest restaurant to get a hold of the 'grey stuff,' but now you can make it yourself at home.

The company has been releasing their famous recipes for people to make some Disney magic at home. Here's how to make the "grey stuff," it's delicious! If you don't believe us, ask the dishes!

You'll need:

1.5c cold milk
Vanilla instant pudding mix
Chocolate instant pudding mix
8oz. whipped topping
15 Oreo cookies
Edible Sugar Pearls