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Community Calendar

TODAY

DFT Telephone Company Retirees meeting, 9 a.m., Demetri’s on the Lake, 6 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk. All retirees invited. Always the third Thursday of the month.

Brooks Hospital retirees’ luncheon, 11:30 a.m., DeMetri’s on the Lake, 6-8 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk.

North East Picnic in the Park, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Gibson Park, North East, Pennsylvania. Children’s entertainment each week paired with local food vendors. Free event. Call 814-725-4262 for details.

Castleman Quartet Program: Solos Recital, 3 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rosch Recital Hall. Admission recommended contribution: $5.

Gowanda Moose Lodge cruise on in cars and bikes, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 201 Aldrich St. Food and drink specials. Benefits “Raise the Roof” project.

Chautauqua County Rural Ministry Fiftieth Anniversary Celebration, 5 p.m., The Clarion Hotel, 30 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. Dinner tickets: $35 each. Keynote speaker: Assemblyman Andrew Goodell. Cash bar available, musical entertainment. Reservations by June 21. Call 366-1787. Public welcome.

Rosary for Peace in the Middle East and in our world, 5:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton church, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk. All are welcome for this half hour once a month.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert Series presents: headliner “Robert Parker’s Freightrain,” Dunkirk Pier. Opening act: “Pedro & the Smooth Cats” at 5:25 p.m.

Herbert Star Apartments Open House, 6 to 8 p.m., 54 Central Ave., Brocton. Music on the patio by the Studaker’s. Refreshments.

Revitalize Dunkirk meeting, 6:30 p.m., Fredonia State University Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk. The scheduled speaker is Michele Starwalt, Director of Chautauqua Striders North County. Revitalize Dunkirk meeting agenda to follow. All community members welcome.

Al Anon Steps to Serenity weekly group meeting, 6:45 to 8 p.m., Harvest Chapel Church, Fredonia.

Rational Recovery weekly meeting, 7 to 8 p.m., Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Dunkirk.

Freedom in Fredonia Narcotics Anonymous weekly meeting, 7 p.m., Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave. This group is closed (for addicts only).

Son’s of the American Legion, Squad 59 steak and shrimp bingo, 7 to 9 p.m., 156 E. Main St., Fredonia. 10 rounds of 2 steaks and 1 pound of shrimp bingo, plus a separate family dinner raffle will also be held which includes 6 steaks, 1 pound of shrimp and all the fixings. Two additional bonus rounds featuring Alex & Ani bracelets.

Leon picnic committee meeting, 7 p.m., Leon Fire hall. Discuss plans and preparations for the town picnic on Aug. 18.

Castleman Quartet Program: Quartets Recital, 7:30 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rosch Recital Hall. Admission recommended contribution: $5.

Health and wellness

Aerobics by Catherine, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, Dunkirk. All seniors welcome. Donation: $1.

Tai Chi, 3 to 4 p.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. No fee involved.

Northern Chautauqua pickleball, 6 p.m. to close, Russell Joy Park, Howard Street, Fredonia. Open play. Call Mike Ferguson at 480-3729 for details. See NCP Pickleball FB page if raining for decision if relocating to Brocton Elementary School.

DHS Deep Water Aquasize, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. DHS Pool. $4 individually.

DHS Evening Lap Swim, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. DHS Pool. $2 individually.

Games and hobbies

Knitting/Crocheting Workshop, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., St. John’s United Church of Christ, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Everyone is invited to make items for community needs. Newcomers can learn skills. Bring a craft to work on, or meet new friends. $1 fee. Yarn donations are always welcome. Call Louise Kowal at 785-6039 for details or to donate yarn.

Pinochle: Birdie’s Bidders, 1 p.m., Fredonia Beaver Club. All pinochle players welcome. With any questions, call Birdie at 679-1409.

Libraries

Patterson Library presents: Plein Air Painting with Katherine Galbraith, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield. Class size limited, call 326-2154.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Storytime with Miss Helen, 10:30 a.m, 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Ages 2 to 5. Reading, singing, rhymes, fun crafts. Children under 3 Ç need a parent/caregiver present.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: School Age Storytime, 10:30 a.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Variety of activities for children ages 6 to 10. Expect stories, crafts, LEGOs, games, and more! Designed to accommodate homeschooling families.

Barker Library presents: Master Builders Night, 6 to 7 p.m., 7 Day St., Fredonia. Use LEGOS, Strawbees, Magformers, Lincoln Logs, Play Doh, Cubelets and more. Build something amazing and it may be displayed in the display case. All children welcome. No registration necessary. Caregivers are welcome to browse the Library’s collections, use a public computer or enjoy free WIFI during programs.

FRIDAY, JUNE 22

Long Point State Park presents: Beetles But Not Bugs, 10 to 11 a.m., 4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. Meet at the trail head to the Point. Take a look at the largest group of insects in the world. Discover cool critters and learn nifty methods for trapping and collecting beetles. Free to the public.

CWC Tour of Naetzker Preserve, 11 a.m., near 5078 Route 474 in North Harmony. Leader: CWC Lands Manager Jonathan Townsend. Identify edible and medicinal plants that are found throughout region. Free for members. Suggested donation of $5 for non-members/$10 for families. Reservations encouraged. Call 664-2166 or send an email (info@chautauquawatershed.org)

Castleman Quartet Program: Solos Recital, Nicole Oswald, violin, 3 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rosch Recital Hall. Admission recommended contribution: $5.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Garden dedication ceremony, 6 p.m., Labyrinthine Ways Peace Park, 3129 Franklin Ave., Dunkirk. All welcome to attend. Opening ceremony, brief biography of Martin Luther King, Jr., excerpts from his “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” volunteers’ remarks or readings from King’s book, “A Testimony of Hope.”

Narcotics Anonymous weekly meeting, “A Message of Hope” group, 7 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 327 Washington Ave., between Third and Fourth streets, Dunkirk. Open meeting for anyone who wants to not use drugs.

Clean, Sober Saved addiction education and support group, 7 p.m., Master’s Plan Cafe, 9586 Railroad Ave., Dayton. Snacks provided. Bible-based, taught in videotape sessions by Tracy Strawberry.

Clean, Sober, Saved family and friends support group, 7 p.m., Master’s Plan Cafe, 9586 Railroad Ave., Dayton. Snacks provided. Hope for a powerful life free from co-dependency.

Castleman Quartet Program: Quartets Recital, 7:30 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rosch Recital Hall. Admission recommended contribution: $5.

Lake Erie State Park program: Sensory Night Hike, 8 to 9 p.m., 5838 Route 5, Brocton. Meet at the campground playground. Journey into the woods with only the moonlight. Program free to the public.

Health and wellness

Walk with Ease program, 9 to 10 a.m., American Legion, 110 W. Main St., Brocton. Free six week session held three days a week, but pre-registration required. Call 363-0482. Designed for people with arthritis and older adults, but all welcome.

Stretch and tone with exercise, 9 to 10 a.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. Donation: $1 per session.

Grape Belt Seniors Aerobics and Weights with Catherine, 9 a.m., Masonic Lodge, East Main Street, Fredonia. Coffee and conversation follows at 10 a.m. New members welcome.

Overeaters Anonymous weekly meeting, 3:30 p.m., Steger Hi-Rise Apartments library, 15 N. Main St., Dunkirk. This is a 12-step fellowship of men and women recovering from eating disorders. No dues, fees or weigh-ins.

Games and hobbies

Dunkirk Senior Center Pinochle, 1 p.m., 45 Cliffstar Court. Everyone welcome.

Pinochle: Birdie’s Flock, 1 p.m., Fredonia Beaver Club. All pinochle players are welcome. With any questions, call Birdie at 679-1409.

Dunkirk Elks bingo, 7 p.m.,428 Central Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Call 366-1110.

Libraries

Sinclairville Free Library presents: ‘Write Circle’ Writers’ Group meeting, 9 to 10 a.m., 15 Main St. Writers of all genres and styles welcome. For more information, contact Beth Hadley at the library at 962-5885 or sincfrlb@gmail.com.

Patterson Library presents: Plein Air Painting with Katherine Galbraith, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield. Class size limited, call 326-2154.

North Collins Library presents: Story hour with Miss Alice, 11 a.m., 2095 School St. Stories and crafts.

Cherry Creek Library presents: Community Needlework Gathering, 3 to 5 p.m., 6778 Main St. All welcome. For details, call 296-5105.

North Collins Library Battle of the Books meeting, 3:30 p.m., 2095 School St. A specific book will be covered at each meeting to prepare for the Battle of the Books on Aug. 4.

SATURDAY, JUNE 23

New York State Free Fishing Weekend! No license required.

Bird Banding demonstrations, 6 a.m. to noon, Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. West side of property picnic pavilion. Drop in any time to watch ornithologists capture migrating and resident birds, fit them with ID bands, measure, weigh, then release them. Recommend bringing bird guides and binoculars, dress for weather. Free; donations appreciated.

Lew Mead Memorial Youth Fishing Tournament, 7 to 11 a.m., DEC Launch, Dale Drive, Cassadaga. For details, call 595-2074.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine, Church Street, Fredonia. Wide variety of locally grown fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, honey, maple syrup products, plants, baked goods and artisan-quality crafts. Many special events weekly, including live music, children’s activities and cooking demonstrations. SNAP/EBT/WIC benefits welcome. See www.fredoniafarmersmarket.org “http://www.fredoniafarmersmarket.org/” for details.

Westfield Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Moore Park, 2 E. Main St. Offers locally grown produce, meat, organic foods, artisan craft vendors and more. Prepared foods, beverages also available.

South Dayton Mobile Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., South Dayton Village Square. Homemade pies, breads, sweet rolls, jams, fresh eggs, vendors of homemade crafts, home grown fruits and vegetables. Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program coupons and Fresh Connect coupons accepted. No fee for participation. Call Market Manager Linda at 672-9004 for details.

Cross Roads Market, 6017 Westfield-Sherman Road, Westfield. Open with local vendors, artisans and crafters.

CASAC-sponsored Christ-Centered Recovery Program by Bishop Leecroft Clarke, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Christian Workshop Center, 101 Eagle St., Fredonia. Sign-in begins at 8:45 a.m. course/training is to develop facilitators who can effectively teach the Christ-Centered Recovery class to those affected by substance abuse. Pre-registration required. To register, contact Kathleen Colby at kjcolby@casacweb.org “mailto:kjcolby@casacweb.org” . For details call her at 664-3608. Credential credits available.

Used curriculum (for homeschoolers) sale, 9 a.m. to noon, First Baptist Church of Dunkirk, 876 Central Ave. Lots of quality used curriculum for sale. Also door prizes from Crino Academy of Martial Arts, SoundRhythms Studios, Jesse’s Home and Gifts, Flyers Gymnastics, and some local organizations that assist in homeschooling.

Rabies Immunization Clinic, 10 a.m. to noon, Cherry Creek Fire Hall, Main Street and Southside Avenue. Free to all dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. All pets must be on a leash or in a cage and pet owners should bring rabies vaccination records for each animal that will be receiving a shot. For details, call 753-4481. Attending veterinarian: Dr. Josef Powell.

Chautauqua County Weavers Guild, 10 a.m., Westfield YWCA, 58 S. Portage St. Topic: Tools – What’s necessary for weaving and what are the extras. Anyone interested in learning to weave or joining the Guild is welcome to attend meetings. For details, contact the Guild at ccweaversguild@gmail.com “mailto:ccweaversguild@gmail.com”

Paper Making and Natural Dye Workshop, 10 a.m., Long Point State Park trail head, 4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. Presenter: Debra Eck. For details, call Amelia at 386-3165 ext. 208.

Sensory Plant Walk, 10 a.m. to noon, Greystone Nature Preserve, 8531 Bear Lake Road, Fredonia. Rain or Shine (If thunderstorms, there will be a talk indoors). Suggested donation $7 – All proceeds go to Greystone. In this plant walk, holistic herbalist Sarah Sorci will guide participants through the differences between aromatic, bitter, mucilaginous, sweet, sour, and nutritive flavors. Smell, taste plants along the way, sample herbal concoctions. Learn how these principles are relevant to the herbs and spices in your pantry, and the weeds in your backyard. Contact Sarah Sorci to register for this event: Sarah@sweetflagherbs.com or 997-2007.

Leon Historical Society Museum open, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Route 62, Leon. Public welcome. New this year: “Pioneer’s Journal” displayed. For details, contact Pat at 296-5709.

Lake Erie State Park program: Fly Fishing, 10 a.m., 5838 Route 5, Brocton. Meet at the campground playground. 10 a.m., fly fishing, 1 p.m. Frisbee golf. Program free to the public.

Lakeshore Humane Society Pet Adoption Day/Open House, noon to 4 p.m., Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk. Come see some of the cats and dogs in need of loving homes. Must be 21 years of age or older to adopt a pet. For call details, 672-1991 or go to www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org

Live via satellite from Moscow’s Bolshoi Ballet: “Coppelia,” 1 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House, General Admission: $15, $10 Students. Call 679-1891 or see fredopera.org.

Castleman Quartet Program: Solos Recital, 3 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rosch Recital Hall. Admission recommended contribution: $5.

Chautauqua Alcohol and Substance Abuse Council (CASAC) Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue, 5 to 7 p.m., Jamestown Jammers field, 485 Falconer St. $10. For tickets, call 664-3608.

Cinema Series: “Lean on Pete,” 7:30 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Village Hall. Love, loneliness, family and friendship, told through one boy’s connection to a very special racehorse. Stars Charlie Plummer, Steve Buscemi and Chloe Sevigny. Tickets: $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students and children. Call 679-1891 or visit Fredopera.org. Rated R, 120 minutes.

Castleman Quartet Program: Quartets Recital, 7:30 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rosch Recital Hall. Admission recommended contribution: $5.

Greystone Nature Preserve presents: Bat Watch, 7:30 p.m., 8531 Bear Lake Road, Fredonia. Enjoy a spectacular sunset over Lake Erie, gain understanding of bats by first-hand experience. Strolls, old-fashioned campfire. Donation-based event.

Health and wellness

Northern Chautauqua pickleball, 9 a.m. to noon, Russell Joy Park, Howard Street, Fredonia. Open play. Call Mike Ferguson at 480-3729 for details. See NCP Pickleball FB page if raining for decision if relocating to Brocton Elementary School.

DHS Family Open Swim, 1 to 2 p.m. DHS pool. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult age 18 or older. $1 per person per session. Limited to 60 swimmers. No food or drink in the pool, balcony or locker room area. No outside pool toys, athletic equipment, balls or noodles. Any misconduct according to the rules posted in the pool atrium area will result in a dismissal from the current session without refund.

Libraries

Sinclairville Free Library presents: “Wild Bill Frost book signing and rope tricks by the author,” 10 a.m. to noon, 15 Main St. Copies of his memoir “A Man of Many Hats: My Life of Ropes, Horses, Guns and Guitars,” available for purchase and signing. Call 962-5885 for details.

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