Community Calendar
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20
Dunkirk Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (rain or shine), Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, Ruggles Street side. Offering fresh fruits, vegetables and preserves, free-range beef, pork, rabbit chicken, eggs; baked goods, hot and frozen pierogi; homemade soaps, shampoos and more. Accepting SNAP, Double Up, WIC-VF, Senior/WIC FMNP, Fresh Connect.
Bob Evans fund-raiser for Laurel Memorial Run, 3877 Vineyard Drive, Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Patrons must present special flier (found at www.resourcecenter.org. or can be faxed or emailed to you by phoning 661-4735) for money to be donated to Laurel Run. Patrons will not will not receive a discount on the cost of their meals. Rather, 15 percent of what they pay for the meal will be donated to Laurel Run.
Alzheimer’s spouse/partner support group, 11 a.m., Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center, 10836 Temple Road, Dunkirk. No affiliation with CNRC is required (loved one does not need to live at the nursing home). To register, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900. Meets the third Wednesday of each month.
Grape Discovery Center “Wine With Us Wednesdays,” 4 to 7 p.m., 8305 W. Main Road, Westfield. Lake Erie Wines available for purchase by the glass or bottle. Craft beer and light snacks also available. Music provided. View exhibits and displays of over 150 years of grape-growing along the southeastern shores of Lake Erie in western New York. Call 326-2003 for details.
Christian Worship Center Care Ministry Closet, 5 to 7 p.m., 101 Eagle St., Fredonia. Free clothing, food and some furniture and household goods for those in need. Donations of items gratefully accepted as well. Call Pastor Erika Lopez at 672-6262 for details.
Alzheimer’s support group, 5:15 p.m., Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center, 10836 Temple Road, Dunkirk. No affiliation with CNRC is required (loved one does not need to live at the nursing home). To register, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800-272-3900. Meets the third Wednesday of each month.
American Legion Squadron 1280 presents: Cruise Night, 6 to 9 p.m., Cassadaga Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., Cassadaga. Food, music, cool cars and fun. Everyone welcome to attend, no charge. For details, call 595-3145.
Angola Summer Lawn Chair Concert: Creek Bend featuring the Panfil Brothers, 7 to 9 p.m., Centennial Park.
Castleman Quartet Program: Faculty Recital, Csaba Erdelyi, viola, 7:30 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rosch Recital Hall. Admission recommended contribution: $15.
Alcoholics Anonymous Wednesday discussion group, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., St. John?s UCC, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Parking lot in back of church, off Eagle Street.
Health and wellness
DHS Morning Swim, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. DHS Pool. $2 individually.
Stretch and tone with exercise, 9 to 10 a.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. Donation: $1 per session.
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.
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.
TOPS 890 Silver Creek, 9 a.m., Private weigh-ins start at 9, meetings at 9:30 a.m., First United Church, 35 Park Place, Silver Creek. “Taking Off Pounds Sensibly” offers support and advice. $1 per week. Visitors and new members always welcome. Use side door entrance.
TOPS Chapter 1094 Brocton, weigh-ins from 4:45 to 5:15 p.m., meeting following. Fellowship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome.
Northern Chautauqua pickleball, 5:30 to 9 p.m., Boys and Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua, 296 E. Lake Shore Drive, Dunkirk. With questions, call Ed Kirchmeyer at 432-6114. Open play.
TOPS 757 Dunkirk meeting, 5:30 p.m., Dunkirk Moose Club, 296 Lake Shore Drive W. Weigh-ins, meeting after. Visitors, new members welcome. Meets every Wednesday.
TOPS 0896 Westfield, 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Westfield, 101 E. Main St. New members welcome. For details, call Ann at 326-2248.
Northern Chautauqua pickleball, 6 p.m. to close, Russell Joy Park, Howard Street, Fredonia. Call Mike Ferguson at 480-3729 for details. See NCP Pickleball FB page if raining for decision if relocating to Brocton Elementary School. League Night.
DHS Aquasize, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. DHS Pool. $4 individually.
DHS Junior Swim Team, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. DHS Pool. $4 per class.
Libraries
Collins Public Library presents: Quilting with Florence, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 2341 Main St.
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 Public Library presents: Hot dog roast to benefit the library, 4 to 7 p.m., 2095 School St.
North Collins Public Library presents: “The Goofy Kooky Magic & Music Show,” starring professional magician Cris Johnson, 6 p.m., 2095 School St. Intended for children ages 4 to 12 and fun-loving adults. Admission free, seating availability permitting.
THURSDAY, JUNE 21
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.
