THURSDAY, AUG. 15

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.

Dunkirk Community Blood Drive for Unyts, 11 a.m to 6 p.m., Dunkirk Fire Station #4, 104 W. Doughty St., Dunkirk. All presenting donors will receive a free t-shirt. Sponsored by Mark Mathews of the Dunkirk Police Department. To schedule, call Unyts at 529-4270. Walk-ins welcome.

Brooks Memorial Hospital Retirees’ luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Demetri’s on the Lake, 6-8 Lake Shore Drive, Dunkirk.

Gowanda Moose Lodge car cruise, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 201 Aldrich St. Supports Raise the Roof project. Food, drink specials. Cruise in: cars, bikes. For details, call 532.4882.

Dunkirk Summer Concert Series presents: opening act “Ion Sky,” from 5:25 to 6:25 p.m., Main act: “Joanna Connor,” from 6:30 p.m. to dusk. Planned location: Memorial Park.

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.

Audubon Photo Contest Exhibit Reception, 6 to 8 p.m., Third on Third Gallery, 108 E. Third St., Jamestown. View award-winning photos, meet Curator Debra Eck, contest judge Mark Kirsch and Naturally Beautiful Adult winner D. Arlene Bonnett of Jamestown. Refreshments. Free, open to public.

Revitalize Dunkirk monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m., Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk. All members of the community are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Music in the Park: “TJ North Band,” 6:30 p.m., Ryckman Park, Brocton. Presented by Ahira Hall Library.

Summer free concert series presents: Randy Graham and Jamie Henderson (various genres), 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., floating stage, (lakeside by the Depot), Route 394, Mayville. Bring seating. Food by Maple Springs Fire Dept., popcorn and water by Mayville Fire Dept., 50/50 drawing. Rain location: Carlson Community Center at Lakeside Park. Also an appearance by Rainbow the Clown.

Cherry Creek Summer Gazebo Concert presents: “Chautauqua Big Band Swing,” 6:30 p.m., Memorial Park, Main Street. Refreshments available. Bring seating.

Westfield Quilters’ Guild meeting, 6:45 p.m., combined with Chautauqua Regional Quilt Guild in Busti. Replaces the Aug. 22 meeting at the Westfield YWCA.

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, room A, Central Avenue, Dunkirk.

Nar-Anon Family and Friends support group, 7 to 8 p.m., Holy Trinity Parish Hall room B, Central Avenue, Dunkirk.

Freedom in Fredonia Narcotics Anonymous weekly meeting, 7 p.m., Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave. This group is closed (for addicts only).

Health and wellness

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

Northern Chautauqua outdoor 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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: musical jam session, 2 to 4 p.m., 15 Main St. Bring voices and/or instruments, come together to make community music. Audience members also welcome. Program is free, open to all ages.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Teen Book Talk, 3 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. For ages 13-17. Teens invited to bring a book they are reading or have read, share it with group. Refreshments provided.

Ahira Hall Library presents: Board Games, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., 37 W. Main St., Brocton. Ages 8+, families. Use one of the library’s games or bring your own.

Ahira Hall Library presents: Teen Advocacy Group (TAG), 4:30 to 6 p.m.,, 37 W. Main St., Brocton. After completing 30 minutes of community service, participants have opportunity to use the library After Hours. Parents MUST sign permission form. TAG members must be approved by Ahira Hall Memorial Library staff.

Collins Public Library presents: Rocket Story Hour, 6 p.m., 2341 Main St. Build paper rockets, make own straw rockets. “Don’t Drop the Asteroid” and “Rings of Saturn” games, plus rocket stories. Open to ages 3 to 12. Registration required. Call 532-5129.

FRIDAY, AUG. 16

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association annual antique show, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., 4578 Cemetery Road off 380 Stockton. Gate fees adults: $5, under 14 free. Senior Citizen Day price for seniors: $3. Demonstrations of the way things were done in days past, such as saw mill, blacksmithing, printing press, veneer cutting of logs, quilt display, household items and many other displays. Good food, tractor pull, parade, flea market.

Dunkirk Community Parade showcasing the Offshore Power Boats competing in the Grand Prix, 5 p.m. Immediately following the parade, music by M.A.C. Band – The Fleetwood Mac Experience scheduled approximately 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the pier.

Murray Hose 4 Stag picnic.

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.

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.

Fredonia First United Methodist Church Youth JAM (Jesus All Mighty), 7 to 9 p.m., 25 Church St. Fredonia. Students in grades 7 to 12. Invites participants to discover what’s so Mighty about Jesus. Gatherings may include but are not limited to videos, activities, music, crafts, discussions, games, food, meeting new people, and fun.

Lip Sync Battle, 8 p.m., Herman Lent Post 777 Celoron Legion, 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown. $20 entrance fee. Cash prizes, basket raffle. Admission: $5 presale, $10 at door. Proceeds support Filling the Gap for persons with disabling conditions, used for unique, fun activities.

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.

Patterson Library presents: St. Bonaventure Art Mobile, 10 a.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield. Learn about Aurora Borealis, paint Northern Light Landscapes. Free, open to 5 to 12 years old. Come early.

Ahira Hall Library presents: School Readiness, 1 to 3 p.m., 37 W. Main St., Brocton. Ages 3 to 6, Pre-K or K.

Collins Public Library presents: Book a Tech Trainer, 2 to 5 p.m., 2341 Main St. Help to get started with tech, learn to use 3D printer, try virtual reality. Call 532-5129 to set up a 1:1 appointment.

Ahira Hall Library presents: Cris Johnson Spaced Out Magic Show, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.,, 37 W. Main St., Brocton. A Universe of Stories themed activities.

SATURDAY, AUG. 17

Camp Gross Applebee’s fund-raiser, 8 to 10 a.m., Applebee’s, Vineyard Drive, Fredonia. $7. Also basket raffle.

Sunset Bay Experience, registration for 5k run, walk at 8 a.m.: cost $25 that day, students $10. Craft show, live band, food drink specials follow. Raffles. Proceeds benefit Sunset Bay Volunteer Fire Company.

Dunkirk presents: Grand Prix Offshore Power Boat races, Music: 5 to 6 p.m.:The Freeze Band; 6 to 8 p.m.: OCD/C – AC/DC Tribute Band; 8 to 10 p.m.: Jersey – Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band.

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association annual antique show, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., 4578 Cemetery Road off 380 Stockton. Gate fees adults:$5, under 14 free. Demonstrations of the way things were done in days past, such as saw mill, blacksmithing, printing press, veneer cutting of logs, quilt display, household items and many other displays. Good food, tractor pull, flea market, parade. Auction this day.

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. This week: Doc Baker’s Musicological Extravaganza 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (North Americana music).

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. Live entertainment.

South Dayton Mobile Farmers’ Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., South Dayton Village Square. Fresh organically grown vegetables, crafts, homemade baked goods.

Lakeshore Humane Society’s Annual Giant Yard Sale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Floral Hall, Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Avenue, Dunkirk. Basket drawings, bake sale, TV drawing, hot dogs and drinks for sale. For details, call 672-1991 or see www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org

Diocese of Buffalo listening session with Bishop Richard Malone, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Prayers, discussion, audience feedback, mission summary.

Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Museum Festival weekend, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 1 Lighthouse Point Drive. Free admission to grounds. Children’s games (fee), tours (fee), food trucks, craft vendors, Chinese auction. Raffle for 2 tickets for Oct. 20 Bills/Dolphins game. Live music by “Bad Habit” at 5 p.m. Outdoor movie “Pete’s Dragon” at 8 p.m.

Jackson Center fund-raiser “A Fashionable Verdict,” one-day shopping event, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jackson Center, 305 E. 4th St., Jamestown. Fall fashions from Take a Bough Collection; array of jewelry from Rebel Nell Jewelry. Twenty percent of each purchase supports the Center’s programming and outreach.

Pop-up nature play day with the Audubon Community Nature Center, 10 to 11 a.m., Lake Erie State Park, 5838 Route 5, Brocton. 386-3165 ext. 208. Free to public. All ages.

Audubon Nature Play Day, 10 a.m. to noon, Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Children ages 2-8 and their favorite adults can drop in any time. Extra materials will be placed in the Nature Play Area, and a naturalist will be present to answer questions and provide information. Wear clothes and footwear that can get wet and dirty. Planned for rain or shine; in case of severe weather the program will be cancelled. Free.

Mayville Blugrass Festival, 11 a.m., Big Inlet Brewing, 6169 Elm Flats Road, Mayville. Outdoor event. Bring seating. Tickets: $20. See www.biginletbrewing.com

Leon Town Picnic, noon, Leon Fire Hall. New Albion Road, Leon. Dedication of newly painted Honor Roll signs. Bring dish to pass.

Leaf printing, 1 p.m., Long Point on Chautauqua State Park, 4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. 386-3165 ext. 208. Free to public.

Gowanda Moose Lodge “Raise Our Roof Jamboree,” 2 to 10 p.m., 201 Aldrich St., Gowanda, Large basket raffle, 50/50, two great local bands – 2 to 6 p.m.: Jeremy Keyes, 6 to 10 p.m.: Barnstorm. Presale $8 single, $15 couple; $10 per person at door. Food available. Many side raffles. For tickets, details, call 532-4882.

St. Joseph’s Church Community Meal, 4 to 6 p.m., 26 Erie Ave., Gowanda. Assorted sandwiches, chips, corn on the cob and ice cream. All are welcome; no charge.

Cinema Series: “Yesterday,” 7:30 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House. Stars Himesh Patel as a struggling singer-songwriter who is credited with writing Beatles songs by a world who doesn’t remember the group. Tickets: $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students, children. Call 679-1891.

Campers Appreciation chicken barbecue, Woodside Campground, 8248 Griswold Road, Cassadaga. For details, call 673-5821.

Music by Rocket 88, 8 p.m., Woodside Campground, 8248 Griswold Road, Cassadaga. Admission $8 per person. For details, call 673-5821.

Health and wellness

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

Libraries

Collins Public Library presents: Role Playing Games Club, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 2341 Main St. Registration required. Fills up fast. Call 532-5129. Slay forces of evil, discover treasure, have a blast. Ages 12 to 18. Lunch, snacks, provided. Inform staff of need for special accommodations.