THURSDAY, FEB. 14

Cherry Creek VFW Valentine’s Dinner, 4 to 8 p.m., 7117 Route 83, town of Cherry Creek. $20 cost includes a choice of strip steak, jumbo shrimp or lasagna and sides. Call 969-6996 to make reservations

South Dayton American Legion Post #1593 “Two for Thirty Two” Valentine’s dinner, 5 p.m. to sold out, 4 Mill St. Prime Rib for two served with salad, baked potato, roll, homemade dessert. Also valentine’s basket raffle. Reservations recommended. Call Kathy at 988-5996.

Audubon Valentine’s Day – Kids’ Night Out, 5 to 8 p.m., 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Kids ages 4 to 12 have pizza, fun. $20, proceeds benefit Audubon education programs. Register by Sunday, Feb. 10. Call 569-2345.

Audubon Nature Photography Club meeting, 6:15 to 8 p.m, Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Camera tips and tricks, photo critique, guest speaker. Annual membership: $30; first-time visitors are welcome to participate free of charge. Email cathy@2ndlookgraphics.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).

Ethos NewSound presents: Megan Ihnen, voice; Alan Theisen, saxophone, 8 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall,

Health and wellness

Dunkirk Recreation Department Adult Walking Program, 7:30 to 10 a.m., Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, Recreation Center Building, Waldorf Road, Dunkirk. $1 per session or $10 punch card for 14 sessions. Mondays through Fridays.

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

Advanced Tai Chi, 3:30 to 4 p.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, Dunkirk.

Northern Chautauqua indoor pickleball, 6 to 9 p.m., Brocton Elementary School, 138 W. Main St., Brocton. With questions, call Ed Kirchmeyer at 432-6114.

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

Collins Public Library presents: Valentine’s Day Take and Make, 2341 Main St. Bring the children by the Library any time between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. for a special Valentine’s Day Take and Make.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Storytime, 10:30 to 11 a.m., 536 Central Ave. Children 2 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. Registration helpful. Call 934-3468.

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! Registration helpful. Call 934-3468.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: FAB: Fiber Arts in Brocton, 10:30 a.m., 37 W. Main St., Brocton. Bring own projects and supplies. Call 792-9418 for details.

Collins Public Library presents: Book a Tech Trainer, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 2341 Main St. Call 532-5129 to set up appointment for one-on-one with computer specialist.

Patterson Library presents: Introduction to Knitting with Ann Gembala, 1 p.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield. Call 326-2154 to register.

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.

Patterson Library presents: “Friends Speed Dating Event,” 4 to 7 p.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield. Come make a new network of friends. Call 326-2154 to register.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Music Together class, part 4, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., 536 Central Ave. Registration for 8 week program (runs through March 14) required. Cost $42 per family for entire class, includes class music downloads, take-home music (songbook and CD). Young children, babies through age 7 and caregivers sing dance, play rhythm instruments. Instructor: Kay Barlow. Call 366-2511 to register. Space is limited.

FRIDAY, FEB. 15

Blessed Mary Angela Parish Holy Name Society indoor flea market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Hyacinth Lyceum, Lake Shore Drive E. and Pangolin Street, Dunkirk. Free coffee.

Fredonia Choral Festival Guest Lecture by Clinican Stacey Gibbs, noon, SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall. Open to public. Features Fredonia Chamber Choir, Fredonia College Choir, Women’s Choir.

New Horizons Band, SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall. Ensembles, lessons for all 3 to 3:45 p.m., Band practice 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Rally to keep Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk, 4:15 p.m., 529 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Meet at 4 p.m., limited parking. Peaceful protest with signs.

Presidents’ Day Weekend Winter Festivities, 6 p.m. opening services, Lakeside Park, 50 W. Lake Road, Mayville. Winter events/activities for all ages, contests, vendors, and much more.

Karate Sleepover Valentine’s Comedy Showcase, The Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown. 6:30 p.m.Doors open at 7 p.m. Option of beef, fish, of vegetarian option dinner for 2. After meal at 8 p.m., guests walk across hall to Jamestown’s underground comedy club, Studio Metro for show that includes area’s top up-and-coming comedians. Tickets $45 for dinner, show; or $8 for show only. For tickets, go to http://in-spire-us.wixsite.com/in-spire/tickets

Ethos NewSound presents: Megan Ihnen, voice; Michael Hall, viola, 8 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall.

Health and wellness

Dunkirk Recreation Department Adult Walking Program, 7:30 to 10 a.m., Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, Recreation Center Building, Waldorf Road, Dunkirk. $1 per session or $10 punch card for 14 sessions. Mondays through Fridays.

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, 428 Central Ave. Kitchen open at 5 p.m., game sales at 6, bingo at 7. Progressive $1199. 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.

Collins Public Library presents: Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m., 2341 Main St. Read stories, play games, sing songs, have snack. Ages 2 to 5. Registration required. Call 532-5129.

Collins Public Library presents: “Open Virtual Reality,” 1 to 4 p.m., 2341 Main St. Patrons age 13 up can try out the Oculus Rift VR! (ages 13 to 16 need signed parental permission).

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

Patterson Library presents: Opening for Diane Andrasik’s photography exhibit, 7 to 9 p.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield library’s Octagon Gallery.

SATURDAY, FEB. 16

Flapjack Fund-raiser for Silver Creek High School musical, 8 to 10 a.m., Applebee’s, 3908 Vineyard Drive, Dunkirk. Unlimited bacon and pancakes and milk, orange juice, coffee, tea or water. $6 adults, $3 kids 12 and under. Call 631 494-6522 for tickets.

CARTS free Fixed Route Transportation promotion day, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. contact CARTS office at 366-4500 for details.

Pinewood Derby Race Day, registration 9 a.m., Cassadaga American Legion, 228 Maple Avenue, Cassadaga. Races start at 10 a.m. Cheer on the Cub Scouts as they continue a Boy Scout tradition that began in 1953.

Presidents’ Day Weekend Winter Festivities, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Lakeside Park, 50 W. Lake Road, Mayville. Winter events/activities for all ages, contests, vendors, fireworks, flare parade, bonfire, and much more. 2 p.m. Polar Plunge to benefit Food Bank of Western New York. Registration at 1. Call 753-7107, ext. 100 for details. Chili cook-off 3 to 5 p.m, call 753-3113. Tasting tickets can be purchased.

Blessed Mary Angela Parish Holy Name Society indoor flea market, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., St. Hyacinth Lyceum, Lake Shore Drive E and Pangolin St., Dunkirk. Free coffee.

Fredonia Farmers’ Winter Market, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., Fredonia. Wide variety of locally grown fresh vegetables, fruits, meats, eggs, honey, maple syrup products, plants, baked goods. SNAP/EBT/WIC benefits welcome. See www.fredoniafarmersmarket.org for details.

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.

Audubon Nature Play Day, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Children ages 2-8, favorite adults can drop in anytime. Extra materials are in Nature Play Area. Naturalist present to answer questions, provide information. Wear clothes, footwear that can get wet and dirty. May want to bring extra change of clothes or towel for car ride home. Nature Play Day planned for rain or shine; in case of severe weather, program will be cancelled. Free. More info at auduboncnc.org.

First Ward Falcon Club chicken barbecue, noon, 341 Lakeshore Drive East, Dunkirk. Barbecue catered by Weidner’s, eat in or take-out. Cost is $10 at door; presale tickets available at the club. Presale asked to pick up by 3 p.m. Live music by Kokomo Time band.

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). Call 672-1991 or go to www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org for details.

Live via satellite from NYC’s Metropolitan Opera: “Adrienne Lecouvreur,” 1 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Church Street. General admission $20, $18 Opera House members, $10 students. Three hours, 33 minutes, with two intermissions.

Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue open house, 1 to 3 p.m., 7540 N. Gale St. in Westfield.

Chautauqua Opportunities Dementia Behaviors workshop, 1 to 2 p.m., Bemus Point Library, 13 Main St. RSVP at 366-3335 ext. 1236. Free event.

WNY Tick Awareness Forum, 1 to 3 p.m., Frank W. Bratt Agricultural Center, 3542 Turner Road, Jamestown. $5 per person. Those who register in advance and attend a physical location will receive a free tick removal kit, light refreshments, interactive question and answer session. To register call 664-9502 ext, 202.

Audubon presents: Leathermaking workshop, 1 to 3 p.m., Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Instructor: Chuck Dole. Tuition: $28 , $21 for members and youth 9 to 15, with a $24 feel for materials (kit containing stamps, leather finish, leather cut-outs, hammer, other materials. Call 569-2345 by Feb. 7.

Walk Away from Stress and Anxiety Workshop, 2 to 3 p.m., Darwin R. Barker Library, 7 Day St., Fredonia. Free workshop will be taught by Kristian Reiber, certified wellness coach. No pre-registration required.

Hanover Memorial American Legion Post #148 spaghetti dinner, 3 to 7 p.m., Silver Creek VFW, 13 N. Main St. $9 per dinner. All dinners served with salad, bread, dessert. Also basket raffle, 50/50.

Fredonia Intercollegiate Choral Festival, 4 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall. General public: $6, students free with ID but ticket required. Fredonia Chamber Choir, Fredonia College Choir, Fredonia Camerata. Guest Clinician: Stacey Gibbs.

St. Joseph’s Gowanda community meal, 4 to 6 p.m., 71 E. Main St., St. Joseph’s school building. This month’s dinner menu: beef stew and biscuits, chocolate desserts, coffee/tea milk. All welcome.

St. John’s United Church of Christ spaghetti dinner, Serving 4:30 to 6 p.m., 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Call 366-0710 for reservations. Pre-sale tickets, $9.50, tickets at the door, $10. Take-outs available. Parking off Eagle Street.