SATURDAY, AUG. 6

Frickin’ Hot 50k

Cassadaga Beach, 8 a.m. Wilson Endurance Sports. Call 716 353-1288 to register.

D-F Lions Club

golf tourney

Vineyards Golf Course, 4696 Berr Road, Fredonia. Registration at 8 a.m., play begins at 9. $75 per golfer, includes greens fees, cart, hot dogs and beverages at the turn, dinner at the course catered by Super Duper Catering. Prizes for winning team and longest drives, 50/50 raffles, basket auction, hole-in-one contest to win a new car, sponsored by Fredonia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. To enter a foursome or for details, contact Marty Klemann at 716 410-3720.

Al Tech/Dunkirk Special Steel Retirees

breakfast meeting

Demetri’s Restaurant, Lake Shore Drive, Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees are invited.

Silver Creek Village

Wide Yard Sale

Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Homeowners can submit their registrations on line at www.chautauquachamber.org $10 per sale. Yard sale maps will be sold for $2 in the village park in Silver Creek the morning of the sale and will also list include some great offers from local businesses. Proceeds support scholarships.

Ellington Town Picnic

10 a.m. Includes baby show, pet show, wood cutting contest, Elington Volunteer Fire Department chicken barbecue at 11:30 a.m., children’s games, music by “Some Kind of Trouble” at 12:30 p.m., Bounce About inflatables, vendors, decorated cupcake contest, horseshoe pitching contest, Rainbow the clown, family bingo, music by Kokomo Time Band at 3 p.m. petting zoo, smorgasboard dinner at 4:30 p.m., parade at 6 p.m., music by Paul Zittel and Pure Country at 7 p.m., fireworks at 10 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church

indoor yard sale

15 Porter Ave., Silver Creek, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Items include a large selection of books, jewelry, wrapping supplies, craft supplies and some freebies. The men of the church will sponsor a Sahlen’s hot dog sale starting at 10 a.m., which includes a hot dog, bag of chips, bottle of water and bag of cookies for $4. Items also sold seprately. The Hanover Center Fire Department will receive 50% of the yard sale proceeds and 100% of the hog dog sale proceeds.

Cattaraugus County Fair

Rides, fair foods, free grounds entertainment, 4-H animal and horse shows and other exhibits. Admission $15, or $12 pre-sale. Monster Truck Rally, 1 p.m., $8; Big Rick Truck Pull, 6:30 p.m., $8.

Fredonia Farmers Market

The Fredonia Farmers’ Market is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday mid-May through October on Church Street, downtown Fredonia. It features a variety of vendors, with special events TBA. A number of vendors accept EBT, NYS Farmers Market Nutrition checks and WIC vegetables and fruits checks.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Route 5 and Washington Street parking lot, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizer: Brian Meyer.

Westfield Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market

Moore Park, center of Westfield, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Locally grown produce, meats, baked goods, food products, craft items and more. Prepared foods suitable for breakfast and lunch and hot and cold beverages are also available. The Westfield Flea, an antiques and vintage market, is on the other side of the park.

Community gathering to celebrate the 111th birthday of Lucille Ball

Lakeview Cemetery. Lucille Ball’s grave, Jamestown, 9:30 a.m. Enter the cemetery through gate number 2, follow the red hearts and white line to Ball’s grave. Free event, open to the public. Cupcakes, water and possible a few games and an opportunity for people to share what Lucy means to them or discuss a favorite episode.

“Ronnie’s Way” 5K benefit for Ron Graham

Jackson-Taylor Park, Eleventh and Washington streets, Jamestown. 5K run at 10 a.m., followed by :hot-shot basketball at 11 a.m., community walk at 11 a.m., community lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Live music by disc jockey Jim Bloomquist, and Steve Davis and Friends from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds will be used to help defray Graham’s medical expenses in his battle with stage-4 gastroesophageal cancer.

2022 Vintage Book and Paper Show and Sale

Chautauqua Suites, 215 West Lake Road, Route 394, Mayville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 20 different dealers on hand selling a large variety of items including rare books, first editions, modern items, post cards, photos, local and other items. $5 admission fee. All proceeds benefit the Jamestown Trolley Car #93 Restoration Project and Building Fund with the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation.

Valley Historical Society quilt show

Sinclairville Museum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. New and old quilts on display. Anyone wishing to have their quilts displayed can phone Betty Jean Ridout at 716 962-2309.

Clean Sober Saved take-out hot dog sale

Crowell Home and Hardware Store, 14722 Aldrich Street Extension Gowanda, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $6 hot dog, bag of chips, drink and wrapped dessert.

Lucille Ball’s Hometown Tour

Ninety-minute guided bus tours from The National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, $25. See the house she was born in, the house where she grew up and much more. Tours leave at 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 5 p.m.

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival presents: Nels Ross Family Comedy Show

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. One-of-a-kind comedy, juggling and stunts performed by comedian and variety entertainer Nels Ross. Doors open at 10 a.m. Free event.

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival presents: The Music of Desi Arnaz: Tropicana lunch

Tropicana Room, St., 2 W. Third St., Jamestown, noon. $27.50.

Lakeshore Humane Society Saturday open adoption hours

The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from noon to 3 p.m. The public is welcome to see the dogs and cats in need of loving homes. Tours of the facility will not be given. Individual appointments are available throughout the week by leaving a message at 716 672-1991; press “1” for dogs or “2” for cats. One must be 21 years of age or older to adopt a pet. The Cat’s Meow Boutique will be open for purchases by the public. For details, call 716 672-1991.

Pulled pork dinner and Chinese auction benefit for Brian Hilliker

Cassadaga Legion Post #1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 to 5 p.m. $15 per ticket. Also 50/50 drawings. For details or to donate, call Diane Galarza at 716 410-1554.

Beatles on the Beach to support the Boys & Girls Club

Sunset Bay Beach Club, 12911 Lola Drive, Irving, Starts at 3 p.m. PastMasters – Celebrating Music of the Beatles will perform. Individual ticket cost is $25, can be purchased at the door. Premier live auction item is a trip for two to Liverpool, England including tours of The Beatles Story Museum and Strawberry Fields, round-trip economy class airfare, private premium car service, five nights at the deluxe Pullman Liverpool Hotel and more. For details, call Kelly Borrello, 716 698-2934. Help support the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua County.

Village of Angola Music on Main Street

Village of Angola business district, 3 to 10 p.m. Food trucks. Performances by Screaming Pineapples and Rockabilly Steve & BR3.

South Dayton American Legion annual picnic

Post 1593, 4 Mill St., South Dayton. 2 p.m.Members $10, non-members $15. Music by Take Two from 3 to 7 p.m. Meat and beverages provided. Attendees can bring a dish to pass if desired.

Gerry Rodeo

Route 60, Gerry. Midway, vendors. Registration or kids’ rodeo (ages 3 to 8) starts at 3, kids’ rodeo at 4 p.m. Barbecue beef dinner at 5 p.m., seven-event show starts at 8 p.m. See www.gerryrodeo.org for details and tickets.

Block Party with the Porcelain Bus Drivers

Outside The National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Free event. Live music. Available for purchase: beer, wine, food truck offerings.

Busti Gazebo Concert

6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair.

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival presents: Legends of SNL: David Spade, Rob Schneider and Kevin Nealon. Sold out.

Variety of tours and special events.

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival presents: Comedy Late Night

Tropicana Room, St., 2 W. Third St., Jamestown, 9:30 p.m. Tickets $27.50. Another show at 11:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, AUG. 7

Stephen’s Run 6K

Long Point State Park marina. 9 a.m. start time. Entry fee $25. Race day registrationat 8 a.m., cash or a check made out to Bemus Point Track Club accepted. Light post-run refreshments, overall and age group prizes. Proceeds benefit the Stephen Pangborn Memorial Scholarhip Fund.

Ellington Town Picnic

Church services in the park at 10 a.m., Southern Tier Mini Tractor Pull at noon, bring lawn chairs.

Cassadaga Farmers’ Market

Ames Common, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts and more.

Audubon Sunday Storytime

Children ages 2 to 8 and their caregivers are invited to a free nature-based storytime at the Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Sunday admission is also free. Come for storytime and stay to explore the indoor Nature Play Area, live animals and exhibits. Participation is limited to 15. Reservations by the previous day are suggested. Call 716 569-2345.

Valley Historical Society quilt show

Sinclairville Museum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. New and old quilts on display. Anyone wishing to have their quilts displayed can phone Betty Jean Ridout at 716 962-2309.

St. Rose of Lima Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue

St. Rose of Lima Hall, 11 Center St., Forestville, noon until sold out. Drive-through only. $14 per dinner includes Chiavetta’s chicken, red potatoes, macaroni salad, bread/butter and dessert.

Valley Historical Society open house

Main and Lester streets, Sinclairville, open 2 to 5 p.m. No charge for admission.

Cassadaga Concert on the Beach

Floating stage, 5 to 7 p.m. Ion Sky (light rock, country, pop and alternative).

MONDAY, AUG. 8

The Chautauqua Center and The Waterfront Foundation backpack and school supplies giveway for first 300 children

The Salvation Army, 704 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Also healthy food, prizes, health screenings, face painting, bounce house, children’s games. To receive a backpack, students must have a family member or caregiver over the age of 18 present. A similar event takes place in Jamestown at Jackson-Taylor Park on Washington St. from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

United Seniors luncheon meeting

Kosciuszko Club, 252 Nevins St., Dunkirk, noon. Send $12 per dinner to Evonne Hennebery, P.O. Box 706, Dunkirk, N.Y. 14048

TUESDAY, AUG. 9

Peaceful Soul Farmers’ Market

Village of Angola, Center Street between N. Main and First Street, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. New location. Fresh produce.

St. Joseph’s bingo

Bingo will take place at St. Joseph’s parish, 145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m.; bingo begins at 7. Masks should be worn by those not vaccinated and social distancing will be observed.

Silver Creek concert series and car cruise night

Village Ballpark, 6 to 9 p.m. Music by 2nd St. Sunset. Food vendors. Bring seating, coolers.

Fredonia Cannabis Advisory Team meeting

Second floor Village Hall, Fredonia, 6 p.m. Public is welcome to attend.

Cherry Creek Summer Gazebo community picnic and Concert Series

Cherry Creek Main Street Ball Park Gazebo. Picnic at 6 p.m. Bring a dish to pass and personal table service. Music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Nip ‘N Tuck (contemporary and traditional country music). Bring lawn chairs.