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Community Calendar

THURSDAY, NOV. 15

Gowanda High School’s Student Council Blood Drive, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Middle School Wrestling Room. Enter through High School, 10674 Prospect St., to get visitor’s pass first. To donate: must be at least 16 or older, weigh at least 110 pounds, have no tattoos or piercings from a tattoo parlor in the past 12 months, eat a good meal first. Photo ID required.

Gowanda High School student Art Show opens at 9 a.m. at Community Bank, 76 W. Main St. Runs during business hours through Nov. 30.

CASAC workshop: Adolescent Sensitivity Awareness, 9 a.m. to noon, The Salvation Army Anew Center, 83 S. Main St.,Jamestown. Presenter: Kimberly Earle. No cost. Pre-registration required. Contact Kathleen Colby, Chautauqua Alcohol & Substance Abuse Council, 664-3608 or email kjcolby@casacweb.org.

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.

American Red Cross Blood Drive, 3 to 5 p.m., Chautauqua Lake Central School, 100 N. Erie St., Mayville. Walk-ins welcome from 3 to 5 p.m. or call for an appointment. 753-5881, ext. 3247. Use main entrance to school building. 16 year-olds may donate with parental consent. Sponsored by National Honor Society.

CREATE Project presents: music workshop, 5 to 7 p.m., Steger High Rise Community Room (behind Tim Hortons), 15 Main St., Dunkirk. Instructor: Landon Gray. Activities of all kinds, from drum circle games to group improvisations. Performances by the instructor. $5 per class. Pre-registration required. Call 680-0266. Six sessions. Children free but must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Westfield Quilters’ Guild annual holiday dinner and comfort quilt distribution, 6 p.m., Westfield YWCA, 58 S. Portage St. Members and guests welcome.

Revitalize Dunkirk general meeting, 6:30 p.m., Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Public welcome. See www.revitalizedunkirk.com “http://www.revitalizedunkirk.com/” for details.

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).

Gowanda Central School District Fall Band Concert, 7 p.m., auditorium, 10674 Prospect St.

Son’s of American Legion Squad 59 Turkey Bingo fund-raiser, 7 to 9 p.m., Post 59, 156 E. Main St., Fredonia.. Purchase bingo cards at the door.

Captured live via satellite from Moscow’s Bolshoi Ballet: “La Sylphide,” 7 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Church Street. General admission $15, $10 students. Runs two hours, with one intermission.

Fredonia Wind Ensemble, 8 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, Paula Holcomb, conductor. Free event.

Guest Artist Recital: Christopher Lewis Scholl, tenor; Ellen Scholl, mezzo-soprano; Kevin Bylsma, piano, 8 p.m.,SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall. Free event.

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. Advanced at 3, beginners’ at 3:30. Instructor: Peter Miller. Cost: $1.

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 welcome. Call Louise Kowal at 785-6039 for details or to donate yarn.

Pinochle: Birdie’s Bidders, 1 p.m., Fredonia Beaver Club, 64 Prospect St.. For details, call Kathy at 410-0111.

Libraries

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: annual autumn book sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 37 W. Main St., Brocton.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Storytime, 10:30 to 11 a.m., 536 Central Ave. Children 1 to 5 years old can listen to a story, make a craft. Siblings and friends always welcome. Afterward can read, play with dollhouse, do puzzles, color. For details, call 366-2511.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Pre-school Storytime, 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: Storytime for School Age Children, 10:30 a.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Variety of activities with Miss Amy for children ages 6 to 10. Expect stories, crafts, LEGOs, games, and more!

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Drawing Club for teens and tweens, 4 to 5 p.m., 536 Central Ave. Learn a new drawing technique each week. Paper and pencils provided. Can bring own supplies if desired. Call 366-2511 for details.

Barker Library presents: Master Builders Night, 4 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.

Collins Public Library presents: “Computer Basics Class,” 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., 2341 Main St. Registration required, call 532-5129. Designed for beginners, this class includes how to use the mouse and keyboard.

Sinclairville Library presents: Book Launch for “Legacy’s Impact” book #3 Destiny by Design by J. Andersen, 6 to 7 p.m., 15 Main St. Ask questions about writing, publishing, dystopian literature and what this local writer is working on now.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Roblox Club, 6 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek Ages 5 and up. Creating adventures, playing games, role playing, learning with friends. Registration limited to 8 participants. Call 934-3468.

FRIDAY, NOV. 16

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation open house, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave. Dunkirk. NCCF Grants Committee will present the fall Community Grant Program checks. The public is invited for food, fun and prizes.

League of Women Voters luncheon and presentation, noon to 2:30 p.m., Clarion Hotel, 30 Lake Shore Drive East, Dunkirk. Topic: “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion.” Speaker: Rianna Moore. If wishing to attend the presentation only, come at 12:30.

Juneteenth Celebration Taste of the South, 5 to 7 p.m., St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church, 16 W. Fourth St., Dunkirk. Theme: “Fall Comfort Foods.” All-you-can-eat Southern style African American down home celebration buffet. $10 per person. Public welcome. For details,. Call Laurie at 785-7900.

Victorian Christmas in the Village of Westfield: Dickens Experience, 6 p.m. tree lighting, Moore Park. YWCA, 58 S. Portage St. offers visits with Santa, photo ops, children’s activities, treats. Kim Tenreiro’s one-man performance of all the characters of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” $10 admission, Lakeshore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St.

Clean, Sober Saved addiction education and support group, 6 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, 6 p.m., Master’s Plan Cafe, 9586 Railroad Ave., Dayton. Snacks provided. Hope for a powerful life free from co-dependency.

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.

Dunkirk Middle School presents: “Aladdin Jr.,” 7 p.m., school auditorium, 525 Eagle St. Tickets: $5, can be purchased pre-sale at school or Big Rick’s One Stop. Bake sale during intermission.

Trinity Masterworks Choir’s 3d annual Requiem Concert, 7 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, 11 Day St., Fredonia, Features 50 to 60 performers, soloists from State University of New York at Fredonia, community, local high schools, singers or instrumentalists. “Requiem for Solace,” by Kim Andre Arnesen, Norwegian composer. Director Phillip McMullen. Admission free. Small reception follows in Garland Hall.

Fredonia Central School District Middle School Musical “ELF JR.,” 7 p.m., 425 E. Main St. $5 for all tickets.

The Adams presents: the Decho Ensemble – Contemporary Saxophone Duo, 7 p.m., 600 Central Ave., Dunkirk. $10 suggested donation.

Silver Creek Assembly of God Church Gospel music night, 7 p.m., 1385 Route 20. Catlin Center trio and newest recording artist Petrice Neyman. Other gospel singers from Canada; local area. Refreshments follow.

Health and wellness

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 , 64 Prospect St.. For details, call Kathy at 410-0111..

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

Cassadaga Branch Library presents: Storytime, 10:30 a.m., 8 Maple Ave. Includes stories, songs, a craft and friendly peer interaction. Parents/guardians asked to stay.

Collins Public Library presents: Toddler Time, 10:30 a..m., 2341 Main St. Read stories, play games, sing songs, have a snack. For ages 2 to 5 years. Stop by or call 532-5129 to register.

Prendergast Library presents: Songwriting Workshop with performer Jill Jack, 1 p.m., 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. Award-winning singer and songwriting Jill Jack will bring her love and passion for writing to this free workshop at the library. She enjoys working with all ages and all skill levels.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: annual autumn book sale, 1 to 5 p.m., 37 W. Main St., Brocton.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Makerspace Fridays, 2:45 to 4:30 p.m., 37 W. Main St., Brocton. Materials provided to create, explore, imagine and discover. Call 792-9418 for details.

Patterson Library presents: “The Armistice Project” art show opening and reception, 7 to 9 p.m., Patterson Library Gallery, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield.

SATURDAY, NOV. 17

Stockton Volunteer Fire Company hunters’ breakfast, 4:30 to 9 a.m., 28 Stockton-Kimball Stand Road. Only $5.

Victorian Christmas in the Village of Westfield: Dickens Experience, 8 to 10 a.m., breakfast with Santa 8 to 10 a.m., Presbyterian Church, S. Portage St. Proceeds benefit the seventh grade Washington trip. $6 adults, $4 children. at 10 a.m., “Hall of Christmas” vendors at YWCA, 58 S. Portage St. Hall of Trees at the Patterson Library, 40 S. Portage St. ( Holiday Fest Christmas Magic at 2 p.m.) Emma Bishop of Center Stage Dance Studio will have dancers performing. Children’s programs. Holiday Victorian Tea, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Meet Queen Victoria. McClurg Museum, Moore Park/Routes 394 and 20, Westfield. Cost :$15. For details, call 326-2977 or email cchs@mcclurgmuseum.org. Free carriage rides 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hot toddy crawl, cookies. Stores, restaurants open, many participating in punch card promotion. 5 p.m., parade of lights, including fire truck. Members of public can march as long as they’re carrying a light.

Cross Roads Market, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 6017 Westfield-Sherman Road, Westfield. Local vendors, artisans, crafters.

Fredonia Farmers’ Winter Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., now indoors in the Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., Fredonia. Stock up for Thanksgiving with vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. Fredonia Farmer’s Market will be collecting non-perishable food, monetary donations for the next month for Friendly Kitchen to assist neighbors in need of help.

Fredonia Food Pantry, 10 a.m. to noon, Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave. Serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, zip code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan, and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food, given out depending on family size.

AAUW What’s New Fair, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Hamilton Center, Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer St. Over 60 merchants, raffle, Sweet Shoppe with Ecklof’s gingerbread cookies. Visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus. Admission $5 per person, $3 students with ID, $2 for ages 6-12. Sponsored by the American Association of University Women Jamestown Branch. Benefits women graduating from Jamestown Community College and Jamestown Business College.

Survivors of Suicide event, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Phoenix Rising Studio and Wellness Collective, 509 N. Main St., Jamestown. Brunch, local resources, peer support, connectedness, healing activities, memorial crafts, meditation, prayer. Register at https://afsp.org/survivor-day/jamestown-new-york. Can call Victoria at 753-4519. Donations welcome.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Thanksgiving with the Birds, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Potluck meal, outdoor activities plus SUNY Fredonia’s Peter Tucker will describe how constructed habitats can help wildlife. Audubon provides the turkeys. Limited seating. $6 plus a dish to pass, optional soup pot contribution. Walk-ins welcome. Parents, other caregivers encouraged to bring the kids, drop them off at Nature Play Area (or stay with them) for Nature Play Day.

Audubon Nature Play Day, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m, Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Free. Ages two to eight, adults required to stay with children. Dress in clothes and footwear that can get wet and dirty. Guests may want to bring an extra change of clothes or a towel for the car ride home. In case of severe weather, program will be cancelled; call 569-2345 to confirm. A naturalist will be available to answer questions and provide information. This month only parents may drop their children off with the naturalist to attend the program happening indoors as part of Thanksgiving with the Birds.

Spaghetti dinner fund-raiser for Stein family, noon, Sinclairville Volunteer Fire Department, 30 Main St. $10 adulrs, $5 children, free for under 2. 50/50 drawing, chance auction, bake sale, coloring contest. Live music. The Stein family lost their home and possessions in a fire.

Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue open house, noon to 3 p.m., 7540 N. Gale St. in Westfield.

Lakeshore Humane Society Pet Adoption Day, 12 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. (One must be 21 years of age or older to adopt a pet). During the month of November, pet adoption fees will be halved for veterans. (Show military ID or proof of service). Call 672-1991 or go to www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org for details.

Flip Cup Paint Adventure, 1 p.m., 30 Erie Ave., Gowanda. $10 per person for supplies. Kids and adults welcome. Wear old clothes, it’s a messy class. Registration required. Call 532-3004. Limit: 20. First of may classes offered by Trinity Congregation.

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