FRIDAY, AUG. 30

Literacy Volunteers book sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., New location! 12 Park Place, Fredonia, Proceeds benefit adult literacy programs.

Halzelton Dog Park ribbon cutting ceremony, 3 p.m., 855 Main St., Extension, Dunkirk.

New Horizons Band, SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall. First Friday of lessons and band practice at Mason Hall, 3 to 5:30 p.m.

Monarchs and Margaritas, 5 to 7 p.m., Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Adults-only experience of next day’s Monarch Butterfly Festival. Over 21s, bring friends, enjoy drinks; south-of-the-border-themed appetizers as well as butterflies; fun. New this year: silent disco! Reserve early, admission limited. $25 pre-paid, $30 at the door. Pre-paid reservations required by Tuesday, Aug. 27. Call 569-2345 or register online at auduboncnc.org/monarchfestival.

Motorcycle Run & Campout for Muscular Dystrophy Association, Chautauqua County Fireman’s Fraternity Campgrounds, Stockton. Live music from 6 to 10 p.m. by “Just Another Band” (J.A.B.), with Jason Morgan, former lead singer of The New Direction Band. Donations appreciated. Order off the menu from Big Jim’s BBQ from Indiana. Silent auction, 50/50 raffles and big board raffle tickets for sale. For event details, contact Edziu Wallace at 410-0627 or Tina Wallace at 410-0845. For camping reservations, call Chautauqua Co. Fireman’s Fraternity, Inc. at 595-3776 and mention this event. Hosted by Dunkirk Moniuszko Social Club, Inc., Red Knights, MC and Legion Riders of WNY. Don’t have to ride to enjoy event and help raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. In honor of Erik and Brian Robbins.

Community Ukulele Jam Session, Costello Community Room, SUNY Fredonia. Beginners and “brush-up” from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Jam session for all from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Everyone welcome, regardless of experience. Don’t have a ukulele? There are extras. Come for a community strum-a-long. The goal is to have fun and to make music. Questions? Contact Jill Reese at reese@fredonia.edu. Free event.

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.

Lily Dale Assembly presents: International Medium John C. White weekend: “The Natural Laws of the Higher Self.” Price range $350 for all Weekend or $70 per session. Begins 7 p.m. See www.LilyDaleAssembly.org for details.

Guest Artist Recital: Roland Martin, organ, 8 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall. Free.

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

Health and wellness

Stretch and tone with exercise, 9 to 10 a.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. Donation: $1 per session.

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.

SATURDAY, AUG. 31

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

Monarch Butterfly Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. In an indoor garden, observe Monarchs from tiny eggs thru to caterpillars, chrysalises, and beautiful butterflies; hold a caterpillar or butterfly, see them tagged then released to fly to Mexico. Crafts, food, photo ops, Blue Heron Gift Shop: fun for all ages! Scouts; others can earn a Fun Patch. Bring your camera! $8, $6 Nature Center members and children 3 to 15, free for children 2 and under. Free parking. More info at auduboncnc.org/monarchfestival.

Dunkirk Heritage Festival: Music, 1 to 3 p.m.: Kokomo Time Band; 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.: Orq. Soundboy Cartagena of NYC; 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.: Orquesta Antonetti of Rochester.

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.

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.

Literacy Volunteers book sale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., new location! 12 Park Place, Fredonia, Proceeds benefit adult literacy programs.

Bike Run & Campout for Muscular Dystrophy Association, Chautauqua County Fireman’s Fraternity Campgrounds, Stockton. Motorcycle Run registration 10 a.m., kickstands up at noon. Registration and chicken barbecue for $20. Chicken barbecue only: $10, (with refreshments: $20) starts service at 5 p.m. until gone. Prepared by Dan Skubis and crew. Silent auction, 50/50 raffles, food vendors, big board raffle with winners drawn Saturday evening. Live music from 6 to 10 p.m. by “The New Direction Band – Modern Country, Classic Rock and oldies from Crawford Co., Pennsylvania. Donations appreciated. For event details, contact Edziu Wallace at 410-0627 or Tina Wallace at 410-0845. For camping reservations, call Chautauqua Co. Fireman’s Fraternity, Inc. at 595-3776 and mention this event. Sponsored by Dunkirk Moniuszko Social Club, Inc., Red Knights, MC and Legion Riders of WNY. Don’t have to ride to enjoy event and help raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

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.

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad Murder Mystery Dinner: Mid-Evil Faire Mayhem “An Affaire to Remember,” Perry Street Station, 409 S. Perry St., Titusville, Pennsylvania. Buffet dinner for all guests by Stewart’s Premier Catering at the Station at 4:45 p.m., Mystery Train departs at 6:15 p.m., returns to depot at 9 p.m. for dessert; resolution of the show. Reservations required, space limited. $70 per person. Cost includes buffet dinner, train ride, show, dessert, gratuity. Not recommended for children under age 16.

Dunkirk Historical Society and Museum end of summer event “Rocking to Nature,” 6 to 9 p.m., Greystone Nature Preserve, 8531 Bear Lake Road, Fredonia. Music by Frank Beach and the Rising. Meal catered by Fred’s. Also 50/50 raffle, chance auction, dancing! $50 per person (member) or $55 per person (non-member). Mail reservation check to Dunkirk Historical Society and Museum, 513 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, NY 14048.

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: Creative Crafts for Adults, 1 p.m., 2341 Main St.

Friends of Collins Public Library meeting, 10 a.m., 2341 Main St. Applications in Library or come to meeting.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 1

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

Cassadaga Legionnaire’s meeting, 9:30 a.m., Post, 228 Maple Ave., Cassadaga.

Farmers’ Market, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., Ames Commons, Route 60 and Maple Avenue, Cassadaga. Local farmers and artisans.

Fund-raiser for Muscular Dystrophy Association, Chautauqua County Fireman’s Fraternity Campgrounds, Stockton. Red Knights, M.C. Motorcycle rodeo depending on interest. For event details, contact Edziu Wallace at 410-0627 or Tina Wallace at 410-0845. Don’t have to ride to enjoy event and help raise funds to find a cure for Muscular Dystrophy.

Labyrinthine Ways Peace Park guided study, 1:30 p.m., 3829 Franklin Ave., East Town of Dunkirk. Emphasis on children’s appreciation of evolving nature. Also, trails open for hiking. Call 467-6030 for details.

Cassadaga Labor Day Festival, 4:30 p.m., Boat Parade, meet at 4 p.m. at DEC launch, Dale Drive, Cassadaga. Mardi Gras theme. Prizes! Sponsored by the Cassadaga Lakes Association. 5 to 7 p.m.: free concert by “DOS,” Classic rock and oldies), Cassadaga Floating Stage, Cassadaga Beach, Park Avenue. Sponsored by the Cassadaga Lakes Association. Food available to purchase or bring your own. Come by boat or bring chair or blanket. Inclement weather location: American Legion, 228 Maple Ave. or Community Building, 22 Mill St.

Campers Kids Carnival, Woodside Campground, 8248 Griswold Road, Cassadaga. For details, call 673-5821.

MONDAY, SEPT. 2 Labor Day

Cassadaga Labor Day Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,: Craft/Vendor Show, Ames Common (corner of Maple Avenue and Route 60), 11 a.m., Labor Day Parade on Maple Avenue, noon, Ducky Derby at the bridge on Maple Avenue, Cassadaga Lakes Association annual fund-raiser. 1:30 p.m. Bicycle Dice Run (begins and ends at the beach), sponsored by the Citizens for a Better Cassadaga; 8 p.m.: Flares around the Lake, sponsored by Cassadaga Lakes Association.

Health and wellness

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