THURSDAY, MAY 23

Silver Creek Assembly of God spaghetti dinner, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., 1385 Route 20, Silver Creek. Eat in or take-out. Donations accepted.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support group, 4:30 p.m., Fredonia Place, 50 Howard Street, Fredonia. Sponsored by Alzheimer’s Association Western New York chapter. Call 1-800-272-3900 prior to attending your first meeting. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month.

Beach Party Business After Hours, 5 to 7 p.m., Cabana Sam’s, Sunset Bay, Irving/ Lokomo time Trio from 5 to 8 p.m. $13 pre-registered Chamber members, $15 non-members, walk-ins. Appetizers, door prizes, first drink free. Hosted by Chautauqua County, Hanover Chambers of Commerce. Pre-register at 366-6200.

Grand Matrons and Patrons of Eastern Star State Officers’ dinner, 6 p.m., Chautauqua Suites, 2125 W. Lake Road, Mayville. Call for reservations.

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).

Thule Lodge Annual Memorial Service, 7 p.m., Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 20 N. Phetteplace St., Falconer. Remembering those who passed away in the last year; relatives and friends invited.

Health and wellness

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., Russell Joy Park, Fredonia. With questions, call Mike Ferguson at 480-3729.

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

Libraries

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.

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! Great for homeschooling families. Registration helpful. Call 934-3468.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Essential Oil 101: Stress and Anxiety Workshop with Kristian Reiber, 6 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Fun, informative class to learn basics. Safety and use tips, list of proven anti-anxiety oils. Registration helpful. Call 934-3468.

FRIDAY, MAY 24

Holiday Weekend Camping, Woodside Campground, 8248 Griswold Road, Cassadaga. For details, call 673-5821.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support group, 10 a.m., St. John’s United Church of Christ, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Sponsored by Alzheimer’s Association Western New York chapter. Call 1-800-272-3900 prior to attending your first meeting. Meets the second and fourth Fridays of each month.

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.

Chautauqua Are Habitat for Humanity Fund-raiser, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Chautauqua Suites, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville. Music by TJ North, featuring music of the 60, 70s, 80s. $25 per person, great food. Cash bar, Basket raffles, grand prize. Tickets advance sale only. Call Mike Ricketts 338-8864.

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.

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, 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.

Cassadaga Branch Library presents: Friday Morning Storytime, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., 18 Maple Ave. Book, crafts and friends.

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 Library presents: Creative Crafts for Adults, 1 p.m., 2341 Main St. Make a “Tea for Two” paper craft. All materials provided. Registration limited: call 532-5129. Ages 18+.

SATURDAY, MAY 25

Dunkirk Flea Market, 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., corner of Washington Ave., Lake Shore Drive.

Amish Relief Auction, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Empire Livestock Cherry Creek Market, 6732 Pickup Hill Road, Cherry Creek. Amish-made furniture, handmade items, animals, gift certificates, more. Huge variety of Amish home-style refreshments. Shuttle bus available; also handicapped parking. Proceeds go toward children and other needy families, doctors and hospital bills owed by the Conewango Valley New York community.

ABKC Western NY Bully Showdown 1, Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Doors open 8 a.m. $20 per person. Kids 12, under: free. Free parking. Four sanctioned events as well as food, vendors, children’s activities. Two free junior handlers All American Bully classes English Bulldog, Olde English BullDogge, APBT French Bulldog, Shorty Bull, American Bulldog. For details, call James Cooper at 518-947-4109 or Alberto Lizcano at 679-5032.

Sheridan Historical Society Open House and Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2702 Route 20 at Center Road, Sheridan. Along with permanent collection, temporary exhibit in commemoration of seventy-fifth anniversary of D-Day will be on display. Tickets for beautiful full-size quilt pieced by society member will go on sale. Drawing election day.

Mayville/Chautauqua/Dewittville Community Wide Yard and Garage Sales, 9 a.m.. Yard sales map/list available at no cost after May 15 online at www.mayvillechautauquacommunitychamber.org or at chamber member businesses.

Westfield Farmers and Artisans’ Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Moore Park, E. Main Street. Locally, area grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods, craft beer, wines, meats, poultry products, coffee, Artisans’ handcrafts, literary works by local authors. Prepared foods available for purchase. Over 35 vendors.

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, fruit preserves, pure beeswax candles, herbal products, artisan-quality craft goods. This week: Fred Farms joins the Market with produce. Fiddle Day 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (old-time fiddle tunes from the local gang). Barker Library Plant Swap. Bring extra plants to trade.

Cassadaga Library Walk Around the Lake, Registration at 9 a.m., walk at 10 a.m., annual fundraiser for Cassadaga Library, 18 Maple Ave. Prizes at random. Tickets $5 each adults, $3 children. Two free water stations. Refreshments available. Call 595-3822 for details.

Historical Society of Dunkirk Inaugural 9-Hole Classic Old Fashion Golf Outing, Hillview Golf Course, 4696 Berry Road, Fredonia. Continental breakfast 9:15 to 9:45 a.m., 10 a.m. shotgun start. Lunch, prizes follow. $35 members, $40 non-members includes greens fees, food, prizes. 2 person scramble, winter rules apply, caddies welcome, encouraged. Vintage attire encouraged. For details, to register, call 366-3797.

North Shore Arts Alliance Chautauqua Lake Erie Art Trail Open Studio and Gallery Tour, 10 .am. to 5 p.m. See NorthShoreArtsAlliance.com for list of participating artists and trail locations.

Lakeshore Humane Society Weekly Pet Adoption Day, noon to 3 p.m., Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk. Come and see some of the cats and dogs in need of loving homes (must be 21 years of age or older to adopt a pet). Call 672-1991 or go to www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org for more information.

Wine-tasting event to honor Darren Manzella-Lapeira, 21 Brix, 6654 W. Main Road, Portland. Wine tasting begins at 4 p.m.; conclude at 6 p.m. with music to follow at 7. Donation made from sale of each bottle of Darren’s Inspiration wine sold by 21 Brix Winery to the Darren Manzella-Lapeira Veteran’s Assistance Fund, the Veterans Endowment Fund and the Staff Sgt. Darren Manzella-Lapeira Scholarship Fund at Brocton Central School.

Music by the Underground Stampede, 8 p.m., Woodside Campground, 8248 Griswold Road, Cassadaga. Admission $8 per person. For details, call 673-5821.

Health and wellness

Northern Chautauqua indoor pickleball, 9 to noon p.m., Russell Joy Park, Fredonia. With questions, call Mike Ferguson at 480-3729.