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Cheektowaga is a town of about 89,000 people in Erie County, New York, bordering the east side of Buffalo. Formed in 1839, it takes its name from a Seneca word often translated as place of the crabapple tree. German and Alsatian farmers settled it first, and in the 20th century it became home to many Polish-American families moving out from Buffalo's East Side, a heritage still visible in its churches, bakeries and festivals.
The town is home to Buffalo Niagara International Airport and the Walden Galleria, the largest shopping mall in western New York. Its most beloved historic site is the small stone Our Lady Help of Christians Chapel, built in the 1850s by an Alsatian immigrant, and several large Polish-American parishes have striking church buildings.
For nature, Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve protects forest, ponds and wetlands with free guided walks, while Cheektowaga Town Park and Stiglmeier Park offer trails and recreation. Downtown Buffalo and Niagara Falls are both close by.
A state nature preserve and environmental education center with nearly 300 acres of mature forest, ponds and wetlands. Trails and boardwalks are open on set days, and staff and volunteers lead free guided walks and family programs. Look for herons, turtles and woodpeckers; check the schedule before going.
The largest shopping mall in western New York, with department stores, more than 200 shops, a large food court, restaurants and a cinema. It draws shoppers from across the region and from Canada. Weekday mornings are the quietest; it is close to the airport for a stop before a flight.
A small stone chapel built in the 1850s by Alsatian immigrant Joseph Batt, who promised to build it after surviving a dangerous Atlantic crossing. It became a place of pilgrimage for local Catholics and is one of the oldest buildings in the town. View it from outside or attend a scheduled Mass.
A Polish-American Roman Catholic parish with a large church building, convent and rectory that reflect the town's strong Polish heritage. Its community hosts traditional events such as Easter food blessings and parish festivals. Visitors are welcome at Mass; check the parish schedule for events.
A Roman Catholic church founded by Polish-American families in the early 20th century, with a large brick church that is a neighborhood landmark. The parish keeps alive Polish traditions with seasonal festivals and food events. Visitors may attend Mass or admire the building from outside.
The town's central park along Scajaquada Creek, with walking paths, footbridges, picnic shelters, playgrounds and sports fields. It hosts community events and summer concerts. A pleasant place for a stroll or a picnic, with easy parking and the town hall nearby.
A large town park with ponds, walking and nature trails, sports fields, picnic areas and playgrounds, popular with families and dog walkers. It is one of the larger green spaces in the town and a good place to stretch your legs. Visit on a weekday evening in summer for a quiet walk around the water.
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