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Community calendar

Community calendar notices must be received in writing five business days prior to the event and will be printed for three consecutive days, including the day of the event. Coming events are published only when prior reservations are required.

TODAY

Bird Banding demonstrations, 7 to 11 a.m., Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Drop in any time to watch ornithologists capture migrating and resident birds, fit them with ID bands, measure, weigh, then release them. Free; donations appreciated.

Brooks Memorial Hospital Obstetrics Department presents: Expectant Parent class, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., BMH Medical Library. Course fee: $40 (covered by most insurance plans). Includes light breakfast, lunch. Helps new parents understand labor and delivery, newborn care and much more. To register, see www.brookshospital.org/upcoming-eventsclasses.html or call 363-3080.

Hanover Chamber – Silver Creek Village-wide yard sale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Maps on sale.

Trinity Lutheran Church Missouri Synod annual indoor yard sale and hot dog sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 15 Porter Ave., Silver Creek. Large selection, variety of sale items. Value meal includes hot dog, bag of chips, bottle of water, bag of cookies for $3. Hot dog only:$1.50. Proceeds benefit the Silver Creek Emergency Squad.

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 for details. This week: Kids’ Yoga with Rebecca from 10:15 to 11 a.m. Bring a mat or towel if desired. Suggested donation for yoga: $3. Music by Dark Road Duo from 11 a.m. to 12:30 pm.

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.

Cherry Creek Fire Auxiliary rummage sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 6763 Main St., Cherry Creek. Bag sale at noon: $2 per bag. Donation of items accepted.

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

Lily Dale presents: THE INTUITIVE HEART AND DIVINE SOUL, Lisa Williams, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Auditorium, $100. We are in a society of need, want and desire. Yet many of us do not focus on what WE want, and are continually pleasing others. It’s time to highlight our needs and put them first and discover what our heart and soul truly wants.

Valley Historical Society annual quilt show, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. VHS museum at the corner of Main and Lester streets, Sinclairville. No admission charge. Coordinators: Betty Jean Ridout, Lois Anderson and Mary Shearman.

Mountain biking day, 10 a.m. to noon, Long Point State Park, 4459 Route 430 Bemus Point. Western New York Mountain Biking Association members lead attendees through the basics of local mountain biking and lead an exciting rail ride on one of Long Point’s many mountain bike trails. Wraps up with a cookout at the WNYMBA tent. Dress appropriately, come ready to ride. Free program. For details, call Amelia at 386-3165 ext 208.

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival presents: Story Pirates: Kids’ Comedy Show; Desi Arnaz’s conga workshop; Conversation with Ghostbuster’s daughter (Violet Ramis-Steil); Lucie Arnaz: Songs from her musical past; An Evening of Classic Lily Tomlin. Various prices. For locations, tickets and other events, see https://comedycenter.org

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.

Salvation Army Summer Fun Day, noon to 3 p.m., 704 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Free summer family fun event. Food, bounce houses, games and fun give-aways.

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 details, call 672-1991 or go to www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org

Eden Corn Festival, noon to midnight. U.S. 62. Games, rides, food stands, vendors, exhibits and more.

Chautauqua County Sons of the American Revolution luncheon meeting, noon, Stockton Hotel, 2 Stockton-Kimball Stand Road. Member Frank Stowe will give a presentation about the Liberty Bell. Color guard to participate in Ellington parade later. Lineup at ballfield 5 p.m. parade starts at 6 p.m.

Grape Discovery Center presents: Pups on the Patio – Meet the Dogs from Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue – Dog Friendly Event!, noon to 3 p.m., 8305 W. Main Road, Westfield. Partnered event with the North Chautauqua Canine Rescue. Come meet dogs that are looking for their ‘Furever Homes’! Donations of quality dog/puppy food, treats and toys are appreciated!

New Zealand television medium Kerry-Marie Callander, 2 to 5 p.m., Spirit Art Gallery, Route 60 Cassadaga. $15 for demonstration of Callander’s mediumship.

Gerry professional rodeo, Route 60. Free kids’ rodeo for kids 3 to 8, registration at 3, kids’ rodeo at 4. Beef barbecue dinner at 5 p.m. Rodeo at 8 p.m. featuring more than 200 pro cowboys and cowgirls from across the nation. Vendors. See gerryrodeo.org for various price combinations and special features.

Benefit for Sherman Bailey, 4 to 8 p.m., Forestville American Legion, 6 Cedar St. Dinner tickets: $20 includes beef on weck sandwich, salt potatoes, corn on the cob, dessert and two drink tickets. Also music, basket raffles, 50/50s and more. Opportunity to join the national bone marrow program registry at no cost. Sherm has a blood cancer MDS. Proceeds to help fund medical bills. For tickets, donations, contact Sara at 785-3212. Can just participate in registry and raffles.

Free screening of New Zealand medium Kerry-Marie Callander’s new television series, “Sensing Murder,” 7 p.m., 12 Third St., Lily Dale.

Cinema Series: “Hearts Beat Loud,” 7:30 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Village Hall. Stars Nick Offerman and Kiersey Clemons. A father-daughter live act grows from a weekly “jam sesh.” Tickets: $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students and children. Call 679-1891 or visit Fredopera.org. Rated PG-13, 97 minutes.

Lily Dale presents: MESSAGES OF LOVE AND HEALING FROM THE AFTERLIFE, Tony Stockwell, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Auditorium, $50. Join World Renowned medium Tony Stockwell as he takes you on a journey with your loved ones in spirit. He will open the connection to spirit and delivery messages with great accuracy to those in the audience. This is a rare opportunity to see Tony Stockwell LIVE in the USA.

Health and wellness

Yoga on the Lawn, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 165 Central Ave., Silver Creek. On the lawn (gym in case of inclement weather). All welcome. Free. Ann Marie Hamlet, instructor.

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.

Libraries

South Dayton Library presents: free quilting classes with Claudia Youmans, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 17 Park St.

Cherry Creek Library presents: “Reading Rocks,” 9:30 a.m. to noon, 6778 Main St., All ages welcome. A focus is musical instruments.

Cassadaga Branch Library presents: Nerf War, 2 p.m., 18 Maple Ave. Bring your guns, ammo, and eye protection. Refreshments served. Children under age 8 must be with a guardian.

SUNDAY, AUG. 5

Eden Corn Festival, noon to 10 p.m. U.S. 62. Games, rides, food stands, vendors, exhibits and more. Parade at noon.

St. Rose of Lima Lawn Fete starts at noon (following 11:15 a.m. Mass), goes to 6 p.m. 11 Center St., Forestville. Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue, pony rides, children’s games, games of chance, gift basket extravaganza, music, raffles, refreshment tent, bake sale, artisan boutique and more.

Farmers’ Market, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., Ames Commons, Route 60 and Maple Avenue, Cassadaga. Local farmers and artisans. Produce, meats, baked goods, jams, jellies, maple syrup, honey, soaps and personal care items, knitted and sewn items, jewelry and more. FMNP/WIC VF/SNAP (EBT) accepted.

Valley Historical Society annual quilt show, 1 to 4 p.m. VHS museum at the corner of Main and Lester streets, Sinclairville. No admission charge. Coordinators: Betty Jean Ridout, Lois Anderson and Mary Shearman. Museum open until 5.

Spirit Sunday readings with Lily Dale Registered Mediums, 1 to 3 p.m., Assembly Hall, Cleveland Ave., Lily Dale. Readings $30 for 15 minutes; $60 for 30 minutes. Sponsored by The Church of the Living Spirit. With questions, call Emmy at 595-2697 or see www.livingspiritlilydale.org Held the first Sunday of the month.

Medora Ball Museum open house, 2 to 4 p.m., 9068 Otto/East Otto Road in the First Congregational Church, top of East Hill. No admission charge.

Drums Along the Waterfront Tour of Champions, 6 p.m., New Era Field, 1 Bills Drive, Orchard Park. 41 world titles among the 10 competing groups. Tickets $19 to $42. Call 800 745-3000 or see ticketmaster.com.

Cassadaga Lakes Association Barn Dance, 7 to 9 p.m., Red House, 91 Frisbee Road, Cassadaga. Doors open at 6:30. Free dancing, music, refreshments.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School Anger Benefactors “A Celebration of the Angels” Mass, 7 p.m., Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk.

MONDAY, AUG. 6

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater Golf Tournament, registration at 10, shotgun start at 11. Gowanda Country Club, 2623 Brown St., Collins.$100 per golfer includes 18 holes of golf, lunch at the turn, buffet dinner, prize opportunities.$30 for dinner only. Supports restoration of Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater. Call 532-6103 for details.

Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter presents: Effective Communication Strategies, 5 p.m., Cassadaga Branch Library, 18 Maple Ave. Call 1-800-272-3900 for details.

Clean, Sober, Saved family and friends support group, 6 p.m., Cherry Creek/Leon United Methodist Church, 6813 Main St., Cherry Creek. Snacks provided. Hope for a powerful life free from co-dependency. For details, call Percy at 532-1410.

Clean, Sober Saved addiction education and support group, 6 p.m. Cherry Creek/Leon United Methodist Church, 6813 Main St., Cherry Creek. Snacks provided. Bible-based, taught in videotape sessions by Tracy Strawberry. For details, call Percy at 532-1410.

Growing Together With Music family sing, 7 to 8 p.m., 369 W. Main St., Fredonia. Free jam session for families with young children. Rain or shine, simple refreshments included. For details, call 673-9020.

Murray Hose Company #4 meeting, 7 p.m., 104 W. Doughty St., Dunkirk. Finalizing plans for the 5:30 p.m. picnic on Aug. 10.

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.

Northern Chautauqua indoor pickleball, 5:30 to 9 p.m., Boys and Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. With questions, call Ed Kirchmeyer at 432-6114. Open play.

Games and hobbies

Dunkirk Senior Center crafts, 11 a.m., 45 Cliffstar Court.

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

Libraries

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: The “Explorers” summer reading program, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Mondays OR Tuesdays, 7 Day St., Fredonia. Choose one weekly session. Ages: Going into PreK through going into second grade. Register by calling 672-8051 or stop by. Runs through Aug. 7.

Cherry Creek Library presents: “Reading Rocks,” 1 to 4 p.m., 6778 Main St., All ages welcome. A focus is musical instruments.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Novels After Noon, 1 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Call the library at 934-3468 for details about the monthly pick.

Collins Public Library presents: Craft Club, 6 p.m., 2341 Main St. Ages 4 to 12. This month’s theme is Libraries Rock Crafts. Registration required: call 532-5129.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Novels at Night, 6:30 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Call the library at 934-3468 for details about the monthly pick.

Barker Library presents: Book Talk, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., 7 Day St., Fredonia. Join Chautauqua County native, Dr. Rayna M. Gangi as she talks about her most recent book: “Humanity: An American Memoir.”

TUESDAY, AUG. 7

Peaceful SOUL Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Native Pride parking lot, 11359 Southwestern Blvd., Irving. Fresh wholesome food from local farmers, Native craftsmen selling their artisan works. Various programs.

Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter presents: Living Well with Early Stage Dementia Series, part 1, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Park United Methodist Church, 49 Sinclair Drive, Sinclairville. Call 1-800-272-3900 to register.

Valley Historical Society annual family picnic, 6 p.m., Sinclairville Village Park. Bring a dish of food to pass, table service and beverage. Program: “Treasure Trove.” Bring something of interest and tell of the history of the item. All welcome.

Cassadaga National Night Out, 6 to 8 p.m., Cassadaga Beach (in case of rain, Cassadaga Community Building.) Games, food, local fire/police exhibits and information for all ages.

Dunkirk Historical Museum open 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., 513 Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Open to the public, free of charge.

Dunkirk National Night Out, Washington Park, Dunkirk. Police and Fire Departments come together with the community.

Chautauqua Opportunities Dementia Care Partners Support Group, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Dunkirk Public Library, 536 Central Ave. Discuss ideas, gain insight, offer support, coping tips, resources, share stories. Call 366-3335 ext. 1236 for details.

Cinema Series: “Hearts Beat Loud,” 7:30 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Village Hall. Stars Nick Offerman and Kiersey Clemons. A father-daughter live act grows from a weekly “jam sesh.” Tickets: $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students and children. Call 679-1891 or visit Fredopera.org. Rated PG-13, 97 minutes.

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.

CREATE Project presents: Tai Chi, 5 p.m., Courtney Street Community Center, end of Maple Avenue (off West Courtney Street), Dunkirk. Ages 7 and up, children must be accompanied by an adult. All abilities welcome. Instructor: Dr. Peter Miller. Free class, donations to instructor or CREATE Project gratefully accepted.

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.

Northern Chautauqua beginners’ pickleball class, 6 to 9 p.m., indoors at the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. Call Ed Kirchmeyer at 432-6114 for details.

Games and hobbies

Pinochle: Tuesday’s Best, 1 p.m., Fredonia Beaver Club. With any questions, call Birdie at 679-1409.

St. Joseph’s bingo, 7 p.m., Parish Center, 145 East Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For information, call parish office at 679-4116.

Free Fly Tying/Fly Fishing Class, 7 to 8:30 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Costello Room, Rockefeller Arts Center.

Libraries

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: The “Explorers” summer reading program, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Mondays OR Tuesdays, 7 Day St., Fredonia. Choose one weekly session. Ages: Going into PreK through going into second grade. Register by calling 672-8051 or stop by. Runs through Aug. 7.

Collins Library presents: Gaming Unplugged, 2341 Main St. New game each month. Play the library’s or bring your own board game. Fun for all ages.

South Dayton Village Library presents: Card making, 6 to 8 p.m., 17 Park St., South Dayton. Supplies available for $3 or bring your own. No charge to attend. Seating limited. Call the South Dayton Village Hall at 988-3833 to sign up.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club, 6:30 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Ages 5 to 12. Registration required. Call 934-3468.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: “Teen Book Talk,” 7 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Facilitator: Katherine Moore. Ages 13 to 17 share about a book they are currently reading or a book they have already read and loved. Refreshments. Call 934-3468 for details.

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