Thursday, January 17
Morning Lap Swim, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m., Dunkirk High School pool. Held every Tuesday and Thursday morning Jan. 10 through March 21. Cost is $2 per session or $20 for the entire season. For more information, contact Pool Director Clinton Lewis at clewis@dunkirk.wnyric.org or 366-9300 ext. 1003 and leave a message.
DFT Retirees Meeting and Coffee Hour, 9 a.m., Bob Evans, 3877 Vineyard Drive, Dunkirk. All retirees encouraged to attend.
Aerobics by Catherine, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, Dunkirk. All seniors are welcome. Donation is $1.
Knitting/Crocheting Workshop, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., St. John's Church, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk. All seniors invited to make afghans/lap robes, scarves, caps, etc. for community needs. Formerly held at Fredonia/Pomfret Center. $1 fee. Call 366-1465 for more information.
The Parachute Group Weekly Meeting, 10 to 11:30 a.m., the offices of Allegheny Financial Services, 474 Fairmount Ave., Jamestown. The group will share ideas, resources, contacts and an opportunity to network in order to find your next position. Free and open to the public. For more information, call Bruce Supernault at 276-1127.
Story Time and Craft, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., Dunkirk Free Library. For ages 2 through 5 years old. For more information, call 366-2511.
Computer Class: Basic Computers, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Dunkirk Free Library. Part 3 of 4. This four week class will introduce participants to the basic functions of personal computers and how to navigate the programs. Register at www.cclslib.org/Dunkirk or contact the library at 366-2511.
Story Hour, 10:30 a.m., Anderson-Lee Library, Silver Creek. Readings with Michelle LaVoie held Thursdays. Theme: "J is for Jump."
Brooks Memorial Hospital Retirees Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., White Inn. No reservations required; all welcome.
Pinochle: Birdie's Bidders, 1 p.m., Fredonia Beaver Club. All pinochle players are welcome. With any questions, call Birdie at 679-1409.
Westfield Fire Department Spaghetti Dinner, 4:30 p.m., 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Westfield Exempt Hall, 75 Bourne St. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and $5 for children. Proceeds will benefit the 2013 Firemen's Convention.
Lakeshore Humane Society Meeting, 6:30 p.m., 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk. Meetings will now be held at the new adoption center. Everyone is welcome.
Al Anon Steps to Serenity Weekly Group Meeting, 6:45 p.m., 6:45 to 8 p.m., Harvest Chapel Church, Fredonia.
Weight Watchers Meeting, 7 p.m., Brooks Memorial Hospital cafeteria. New members welcome. For registration information, call Theresa Schrantz at 363-7293.
Rational Recovery Weekly Meeting, 7 p.m., 7 to 8:15 p.m., Holy Trinity Parish Hall, Dunkirk.
Evening Lap Swim, 7 p.m., 7 to 8 p.m., Dunkirk High School pool. Held every Tuesday and Thursday evening Jan. 10 through March 21. Cost is $2 per session or $20 for the entire season. For more information, contact Pool Director Clinton Lewis at clewis@dunkirk.wnyric.org or 366-9300 ext. 1003 and leave a message.
Western New York Alumni Drum and Bugle Corps Rehearsal, 7:30 p.m., Frank Acquavia American Legion Post 1344. New members are welcome to join the drum line, horn line or color guard. New music is being learned.
The World Beat Drum Circle, 7:30 p.m., Church of the Living Spirit, Lily Dale. Held the first, third and fifth (when applicable) Thursday of the month with facilitator George Clees, 467-2531. All are welcome. Turn off your mind, relax and float downstream in a meditative, trance-inducing rhythmic journey.
Friday, January 18
Fredonia Grange Fitness Classes, 9 a.m., Fredonia Grange No. 1, 58 W. Main St. One-hour class includes stretching, strengthening, toning, core training, and low- impact aerobics. Call 672-2209.
Exercise with Tiffany, 9 to 10 a.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. Cost is $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 are always welcome.
Pinochle: Birdie's Flock, 1 p.m., Fredonia Beaver Club. All pinochle players are welcome. With any questions, call Birdie at 679-1409.
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 all varieties of eating disorders. There are no dues, fees or weigh-ins. Call Vicki at 672-2625 or Cassandra at 410-1066 or leave message. Meetings held Fridays.
Bingo, dinner at 6 p.m., Bingo at 7, Iroquois Post 1587, Route 438 (near fire hall). Progressive Bingo, held every Friday.
Bingo, 7 p.m., Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. All new Bingo played on paper. Red, White, Blue and Progressive, now paying $1,199 in designated number or less. Pull tabs available. Call 366-1110.
Narcotics Anonymous Meeting, 7 p.m., St. John's Church, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk.
Free Weekly World Drumming, Meditation and Dance, 8 to 10:30 p.m., Lady of the Lake, 29 W. Main St., One Park Place, Fredonia. All percussion instruments welcome. Open to all who need something different in their weekly grind. For more information, call 785-9138.
Saturday, January 19
Indoor Yard Sale, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Chautauqua Suites, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville. Huge indoor yard sale. Admission is $1. Vendors welcome. Go to chautauquasuites.com or call 269-7829.
Fredonia Grange Fitness Classes, 9 a.m., Fredonia Grange No. 1, 58 W. Main St. One-hour class includes stretching, strengthening, toning, core training, and low- impact aerobics. Call 672-2209.
Fredonia Winter Farmers' Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Masonic Forest Lodge, Route 20. For more information, call Melinda McGuinn at 673-9356.
Doors Open Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Audubon Center and Sanctuary, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Free admission to Audubon and several other attractions in Jamestown.
Bee Keeping Workshop, 10 a.m. to noon, Audubon Center and Sanctuary. Learn the basics to start keeping honeybees. Reservations required. Call 569-2345, email info@jamestownaudubon.org, or use the on-line form by clicking through the Program Listing at jamestownaudubon.org.
Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner, 4 to 6 p.m., St. John's United Church of Christ, Central Ave., Dunkirk. Tickets are $7.50 pre-sale, $8 at the door. For ticket reservations, call the church office at 366-0710.
4H Annual Spaghetti Dinner, 5 to 7 p.m., Fluvanna Firehall, Fluvanna Avenue Extension, Jamestown. Proceeds from this dinner help run the 4H Beef and Heifer Project through the year. Meal includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread, beverage and dessert. Tickets available at the door.
Social Dance, 8 to 10 p.m., Collage Performing Arts Center, 214 Eagle St., Fredonia. Sponsored by Collage Performing Arts Center and the Dunkirk-Fredonia Ballroom Dance Club. All are welcome. Admission is free.
Coming Events
Wednesday, January 23
The Auxiliary of Brooks Memorial Hospital Lunch and Learn Program, noon, Shorewood Country Club. Cost is $11 at the door. Reservations required. Contact Alona at 366-1640 or Joanna at 366-2973. Open to the public. Topic: Oral Health and Systemic Diseases by Jennifer Foley, DDS, general dentistry, private practice.
Monday, January 28
N.Y. Telephone Retirees Monthly Get-together, 10:30 a.m., Bob Evans, Dunkirk. For reservations and more information, call 366-3401.
Wednesday, January 30
League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County Meeting, Shorewood Country Club. Guest speaker Jon Baylor, director of development for NRG, will give a presentation titled "The Future of NRG." For more information, call 366-2218 or 680-2766. Make checks payable to Martie Bierdick and mail to 5206 W. Lake Road, Dunkirk NY 14048.
Saturday, February 2
Women's Day of Inspiration and Joy, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Joseph Church, 145 E. Main Street, Fredonia. The guest speaker will be personal life coach Brenda J. Hayes, Ph.D. There will also be small group sessions offered regarding grief counseling, nutrition, massage therapy, and makeovers. To sign up, call Judy Bradley at 672-2647.
Friday, February 8
Chautauqua County American Legion Testimonial Dinner, 6 p.m., Dunkirk Memorial Post 62, 211 Central Ave. In honor of New York State Commander Timothy Van Patten, Auxiliary President Sally Johnston and S.A. L. Detachment Commander John Knapp. Dinner includes choice of prime rib or chicken cordon bleu at $25 per person. A luncheon will also be held at 12:30 p.m. at Cassadaga Memorial Post 1280 for $7 per person. Call 366-8579 for reservations by Jan. 25. All Legion, Auxiliary, and S.A.L. members and guests are encouraged to attend.
Wednesday, March 13
St. Joseph Altar and Rosary Society Dessert Card Party, 12:30 p.m., Church Gathering Room, 145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Reservations appreciated but not required. All are welcome. For more information, call 679-1677. Leave a message if there is no answer.
