WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18

Dunkirk Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., outside the Dunkirk Senior Center on Ruggles Street. Rain or shine, every Wednesday from June 12 through Oct. 16. Vendors may include farmers offering locally raised produce, meat, eggs and dairy; bakers; value added product producers; artisans; beekeepers and maple syrup producers; prepared food vendors; nurseries; and more. Check the Market’s Facebook page for info on their monthly market events.

Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support group, 10 a.m., Mayville Library, 92 S. Erie St. Sponsored by Alzheimer’s Association Western New York chapter. Call 1-800-272-3900 prior to attending your first meeting.

“Be the Change: Tools for a Movement” with Cameron Kasky, 3 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, general seating. General public: free. Tickets required. Limit four for general public, limit 1 per student with ID. Survivor of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting, organizer of March for Our Lives. This Road to Change tour advocates for control, promotes youth engagement in political activism.

Squadron 1280 Son’s of the American Legion presents: Cruise Night, 6 to 9 p.m., Cassadaga Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., Cassadaga. Food, music, cool cars and fun. Everyone welcome to attend, no charge. For details, call 595-3145. Also Auxiliary bake sale.

SCORE Buffalo-Niagara Chautauqua business owner reception, 6 p.m., SUNY Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Free, designed for local entrepreneurs, business owners. Light refreshments. Features local SCORE mentors, workshop facilitators, Incubator leaders, community dignitaries. For reservations, details call 474-9055.

Lakeshore Humane Society Open Hours, 6 to 8 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.

Sprout Film Festival, 7:30 p.m., Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown. Free admission. Short films showcase experiences of people with disabilities. For details, call 485-4602.

Martz Observatory Speaker Night, 7:30 p.m., 176 Robbins Hill Road, Frewsburg. Speaker Dr. Darren Williams will speak on “Astronomical Contributors to Climate Change.” Donations: $5 adults, $2 students. Have seasonal attire on hand. For details, see martzobservatory.org.

Alcoholics Anonymous Wednesday discussion group, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., St. John’s UCC, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Parking lot in back of church, off Eagle Street.

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 are always welcome.

TOPS 890 Silver Creek, 9 a.m., Private weigh-ins start at 9, meetings at 9:30 a.m., First United Church, 35 Park Place, Silver Creek. “Taking Off Pounds Sensibly” offers support and advice. $1 per week. Visitors and new members always welcome. Use side door entrance.

TOPS Chapter 1094 Brocton, weigh-ins from 4:45 to 5:15 p.m., meeting following. Fellowship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome.

Northern Chautauqua pickleball, 5:30 to 9 p.m., Russell Joy Park, Fredonia. With questions, call Mike Ferguson at 480-3729.

TOPS 757 Dunkirk meeting, St. John’s United Church of Christ, 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk (use side door). Private weigh-ins at 5:30 p.m. with meeting to follow.

TOPS 0896 Westfield, 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Westfield, 101 E. Main St. New members welcome. For details, call Ann at 326-2248.

Libraries

Sinclairville Library presents: Child’s Play program, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., 15 Main St. Learning to play together, listening to stories,singing songs, play games.

Friends of Anderson-Lee Library Used Book Sale members preview, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. If not a member, can fill out membership form, start buying early.

Patterson Library presents: Mystery Book Club, 6:30 p.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield. Main Reading Room. Topic: “The Butcher’s Theater.”

Ahira Hall Library presents: Write Focus Writers’ Group, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., 37 W. Main St., Brocton.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 19

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.

Brooks Memorial Hospital Retirees’ luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Bob Evans Restaurant, 3877 Vineyard 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.

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.

Westfield Quilters’ Guild meeting, 6 p.m., Westfield YWCA, 58 S. Portage St. Program: Antique quilts, presented by Birgit Hanson. All welcome.

Alzheimer’s Association presents: “Healthy Living for your Brain & Body,” 6 p.m., Patterson Library, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, Crandall History Room.

Chautauqua Opportunities Alzheimer’s Services presents: Savvy Caregiver Series, part 3, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Mayville Library, 92 S. Erie St. Free. Learn assessment skills and care-giving goals setting. Register at 366-3335 ext. 1236.

Revitalize Dunkirk general meeting, 6:30 p.m., Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Public welcome. This month’s speaker: Kathleen Peterson of Chautauqua County Rural Ministry. Also reports from the board of directors and standing committees, updates on projects, time for public comments.

Westfield P-FLAG Chapter meeting, 6:30 p.m., Patterson Library, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, Octagon Gallery.

Chautauqua Town Historical Society program: “the Barcelona Fishing Industry,” 7 p.m., Sid Compton room of Chautauqua Town Building (old high school), 2 Academy St., Mayville. Speaker: Cristie Herbst.

Art and Architecture: Tintoretto, A Rebel in Venice, 7 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House, General Admission: $15, $10 Students. Life and works of last great artist of the Italian Renaissance. Call 679-1891.

Mercyhurst Institute for Arts & Culture presents: “Kristin Chenoweth: All 59 Inches,” 7:30 p.m.,, Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center, 501 E. 38 St., Erie, Pennsylvania. Ticket prices: $41 adult; $36 senior; $31 students/youth. For tickets call: 814-824-3000 or see miac.mercyhurst.edu.

Beginner Ballroom Dance 1, 7:30 to 9 p.m., Collage Performing Arts Center, 214 Eagle St., Fredonia. Participants must have a partner. $20 per person for all 8 classes to pay the rent for the studio.

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.

CREATE Project Community Music and Community Arts Programs, 5 to 7 p.m., Steger Apartments Community Room, 15 N. Main St., Dunkirk. Chautauqua Brass and visual artist Renee Pye present series of interactive performance and arts workshops. All ages, abilities welcome. Pre-registration required. Call Valerie at 680-0266. Free, but donations accepted.

Libraries

Friends of Anderson-Lee Library Used Book Sale, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Stock up on winter reading. A book for everyone.

Collins Public Library book sale, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., 2341 Main St. Also a bake sale.

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. No need to register. Free, open to public. Afterward can read, play with dollhouse, do puzzles, color, use computers. For details, call 366-2511.

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. Free program, open to all ages.

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.

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: Community Reception, orientation for public of Music Together with Kay Barlow, 6:30 p.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield. Main Reading Room. Demonstration of program, question/answer, light refreshments.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 20

Studebaker Swap Meet, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Vendors selling Studebaker parts for restoration to toys, memorabilia, literature, more. Also cars for sale, on display. Both days special event seminars. Free, open to public, food available on site.

Festival of Grapes, Silver Creek. Rides, concessions, arts and crafts, events. Visit the Facebook page for details.

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.

YWCA Paint Night, 6:30 to 3 p.m., 58 S. Portage St., Westfield. Sip wine, paint with Caitlyn Livermore. Wine, snacks, supplies provided. $30 per person. Must RSVP. Call 326-2011 or send a Facebook message.

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.

Jamestown Community Dance, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Tree of Life Church, 825 Forest Ave., Jamestown. All dances taught including contra, square, reels, mixers, Scandinavian. No experience; no partner necessary. Family event. Caller: Joe Kwiatkowski. Adults: $5, under 10 free. Light snacks. For details, call 489-4646

Faculty Recital: Exstasis, 8 p.m., SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall. Faculty members Natasha Farny, cello, and Eliran Avni, piano, present an evening of music entitled, “Women’s Voices.” Free event.

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: Storytime Fun with Ms. Amy, 9:30 a.m., 40 S. Portage St., Westfield.

Collins Public Library book sale, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2341 Main St. Also a bake sale.

Friends of Anderson-Lee Library Used Book Sale, noon to 8 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Stock up on winter reading. A book for everyone.

Collins Public Library presents: Music in the Library Concert Series, 7 p.m.,, 2341 Main St. Free concert by The Blue Mule Band. Blue grass music and Americana. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.