SATURDAY, APRIL 15

Chautauqua County Historical Society meeting

Lakeshore Assembly of God Church, 252 E. Main St., Westfield, 10 a.m. Free event, open to the public. Light refreshments. Election of new board members, reports. Presentation by Cristie Herbst highlights the history of Barcelona Harbor.

Fredonia Food Pantry

The Fredonia Food Pantry, Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., Fredonia, will be open from 10 a.m. to noon. The pantry serves the needs of Fredonia area code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags received depends on family size.

Veterans 4 Christ brunch

41 E.. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. Free for veterans and guest.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

The Fredonia Farmers’ Market is held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from November through mid-May at the Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., Fredonia. It features a variety of food vendors, artisan crafts and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits and is handicapped accessible.

Fredonia Food Pantry

Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon

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.

Live at the Met

presents: “Der Rosenkavalier”

by Strauss

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 12 p.m. Tickets are $20 for general admission, $18 Opera House members, $10 students. The opera is sung in German with English subtitles.

Barker Library presents: Reading and book signing with local author Rebecca Cuthbert

7 Day St., Fredonia, noon. The author will share her book, “In Memory of Exoskeletons.”

Chautauqua County Bird Club initial meeting

SUNY Fredonia, Science Center, Kelly Auditorium, 2:30 p.m. Park in Lot 16. All are welcome. For details, contact Devin Banning at DevinCBan@gmail.com

Erie Philharmonic presents: Cirque at the Symphony with Troupe Vertigo

Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 3 p.m. Another performance at 8 p.m. For tickets see eriephil.org

Dunkirk Historical Society’s “Taste of Prohibition II”

Dunkirk Historical Museum, 524 Washington Ave. Museum open 4 to 6 p.m. At 5 p.m., 24 ticket holders (cost $50 each) will taste 1 ™ shot of “medicinal” whiskey from bottles distilled in 1916 and 1917. There will also be a silent auction for a 32 ounce bottle of Stagg 100 proof whiskey distilled in 1917. All participants must be at least 21. Non-drinking guests may attend for free. Refreshments will be served. For details call 716 366-3797. Proceeds help fund the return of the Neptune fountain statue.

St. John’s United Church of Christ meat loaf/s

calloped potatoes dinner

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m., $13. Includes dessert. Pre-ordering no later than 10 days prior to the dinner strongly recommended. Call 716 366-0710

Blessed Mary Angela Fatima and Holy Name Societies chicken and

biscuits dinner

St. Hyacinth Lyceum, Lake Shore Drive E. and Pangolin Street, Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. or sold out. Tickets at the door, $15 or two for $25.

Silver Creek High School presents: Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”

District auditorium, 7 p.m. Two acts are separated by a 15 minute intermission with concession sales and raffles benefitting the Performing Arts at Silver Creek CSD

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: movie

“Grand Illusion – the

music of Styx”

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. See www.gowandahollywoodtheater.com for ticket information.

Orchesis Spring 2023 Showcase

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Fredonia Camerata and University Chorus

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

Faculty Recital: David Rose, viola and Sean Duggan, piano

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

Movies at the Reg – “Moving On”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 Third St., Jamestown, 8 p.m. Stars Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin as estranged friends who reunite to take revenge on the widower of their best friend. Tickets $7 and $1 theater restoration fee

SUNDAY, APRIL 16

Pancake breakfast to benefit 4-H Goat Program

Stockton Fire Hall, 28 N. Main St., Stockton, 9 a.m. to noon. $10 per person, $5 for youth 5 and under. Also a basket give-away.

Holy Spirit Parish chicken barbecue dinner

2017 Halley Road, North Collins, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until sold out. Chicken, potato, vegetable, roll with butter, dessert for $14.

Town of Busti Bicentennial Kick-off Celebration

Lakewood Rod and Gun Club, 433 E. Terrace Ave., 1:30 to 8:30 p.m. Opening ceremony, chicken barbecue by Farmer Browns, DJ Pete Dauphin, kids’ bounce houses, corn hole tournament, music by Bucked UP, fireworks.

Folk in Fredonia: A Concert for Dick and Carmen

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 2 p.m. Musicians from across the country perform and tell stories of their encounters with the Gilmans and each other. Free event, but tickets required. Call 716 679-1891 for reservations.

Silver Creek High School presents: Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”

District auditorium, 2 p.m. Two acts are separated by a 15 minute intermission with concession sales and raffles benefitting the Performing Arts at Silver Creek CSD

Fredonia Guitar Quartets and Ensembles

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

MONDAY, APRIL 17

Triple P Positive Parenting Programing workshop: Developing Good Bedtime Routines

The Resource Center, Lakeshore Drive W., Dunkirk, 10 a.m. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Attend one, two, three or four in the series. Free discussion group. Free goody bag for the child of participants. Free goody bag for the child of participants. To register, call Lucy at 716 679-8946.

Living Voices: Within the Silence

Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. Live, interactive performance helps the audience understand the impact of Executive Order 9066, imprisoning thousands of innocent Japanese Americans during WWII. Registration required. Call 716 483-6646. Other performances at 1:15 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary

SUNY Fredonia panel discussion to examine hot-button topic of bail reform

SUNY Fredonia Williams Center Room S204, 1 to 2 p.m. Sponsored by the American Democracy Project and Criminal Justice Club, both of SUNY Fredonia and the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County. Cookies and lemonade available.

Student Composers Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

TUESDAY, APRIL 18

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For ages 2 to 5.

Living Voices: Within the Silence

Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. Live, interactive performance helps the audience understand the impact of Executive Order 9066, imprisoning thousands of innocent Japanese Americans during WWII. Registration required. Call 716 483-6646. Other performance at 1 p.m.

Earth Day celebration

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Information tables, featured speakers, clothing swap, crafts, opportunity to receive a house plant. Sponsored by Greystone Nature Preserve. All are welcome.

St. Rose of Lima roast pork dinner

11 Center St., Forestville, 3 to 6 p.m. Dine in or take out. $15 includes roast pork, creamy potatoes, green beans, salad, beverage and dessert.Gift basket raffle and 50-50 available. To benefit the Forestville Food Pantry. Sponsored by the St. Rose Society.

Youngerman Center Stroke/Head Injury Support Group meeting

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provide educational information and an opportunity to socialize and share experiences. Light refreshments provided. For details, call Julie Williams, coordinator, 716 673-4618.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary.

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.

GriefShare Grief support group

Harvest Chapel Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia, 6 to 8 p.m. Call 716 679-0987 to register and for details.

Gowanda Loyal Order of Moose 1382 meat raffle

201 Aldrich St., 6 p.m. Warm weather meat raffle (hot dogs, sausage, chicken, steaks, burgers, etc. Basket raffle, 50/50, money raffle.

Children in the Stream/4H Youth Fly Fishing program class

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment is needed.

Jazz Orchestra

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

Public Astronomy Night

SUNY Fredonia, Science Center, 8 p.m. Limited space. Pre-registration required. See https://www.fredonia.edu/academics/colleges-schools/college-liberal-arts-sciences/physics/fredonia-public-astronomy-nights