Homecoming is evolving and taking things to the next level. This year we are not only inviting our new and expatriated Buffalonians to come visit, we're throwing a citywide party to welcome them. And the fun will extend across the Buffalo Niagara region with the launch of Niagara Homecoming and entire set of parallel, complementary events!

We're calling this new initiative "Citybration." Citybration is a weekend to take stock in who we are as a region.

It's a moment to take full advantage of all our natural and cultural treasures. It's a chance to recognize the hundreds of Western New Yorkers who have helped in some way to make our city better. It's a time to boast and shout out to the world what an amazing place Buffalo Niagara is to live, work, play and invest.

But most of all, it's a weekend to do one of the things that Western New Yorkers do best. Throw a party.

We invite you to circle the calendar for June 25-28, R.S.V.P. on our website, and come join both the Buffalo and Niagara celebrations. See you there.