Coming up…
TUESDAY, JUNE 6
Living Voices: “The New American”
Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10:30 a.m. Live, interactive performance addressing the experiences of Bridget, a young Irish immigrant in the early 1900’s. Pre-registration required. Call 716 483-6646. Another show at noon.
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
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explore and More
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 p.m. For kids in grades Pre-K to 3.
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.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Creative Writing Workshop
7 Day St., Fredonia, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Bring a pen or pencil and notebook. Explore different themes, play with words, meet other writers. No registration required.
Sons of the American Legion, Squad 59 special meeting
156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 7 p.m. Agenda finalizing plans for the June 10 meat and shrimp raffle.
Public Astronomy Night
SUNY Fredonia, Science Center, 10 p.m. Limited space. Pre-registration required. See https://www.fredonia.edu/academics/colleges-schools/college-liberal-arts-sciences/physics/fredonia-public-astronomy-nights
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7
TOPS NY 890 meeting
First United Presbyterian Church, 35 Park Place, Silver Creek. Weigh-ins begin at 8:45 a.m., meeting starts at 9:35 a.m. All are welcome. Use the Main Street entrance. For details, call 716 680-0313.
Law Enforcement Torch Run
The Special Olympics Flame of Hope will be carried throughout the city beginning at 9 a.m. at Dunkirk High School, down Sixth Street to Central Avenue, finishing at SUNY Fredonia.
Roger Tory Peterson Institute Bird Walk
311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. Meet by the main entrance. Field glasses and binoculars helpful, but not required. Tour leader: Craig D. Thompson. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free event, registration encouraged. Call 716 665-2473.
Living Voices: “The New American”
Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10:30 a.m. Live, interactive performance addressing the experiences of Bridget, a young Irish immigrant in the early 1900’s. Pre-registration required. Call 716 483-6646. Another show at noon.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play
15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. Ages birth through pre-school. Stories, songs, fingerplays. Take-away craft or activity for extended learning. Registration required.
Celoron Rib Fest
Lucille Ball Memorial Park, 47 Dunham Ave., 3 to 10 p.m. Food, drinks, craft vendors, kids’ zone, music, cruise in. Classic Rock music by the Honky Tonk Heroes at the Lucy Desi Band Stand from 6 to 9 p.m.
TOPS NY 1094 meeting
Friendship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome. Weigh-ins at 3 p.m., meeting at 3:30 p.m. All are welcome. For details, call 716 792-4226
Southern Tier Triathlon Club Triathlon
Cassadaga Beach, 5:45 p.m. Wilson Endurance Sports.
Lakeshore Humane Society Wednesday open adoption hours
The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from 6 to 8 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
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Write Focus Writers’ Group
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. For details, contact Merrie at mhanmann@AHiraHall.com
Movies at the Reg: “Paint”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Owen Wilson stars as Carl Nargle, Vermont’s #1 public TV painter who thinks he has it all until a younger, better painter steals everything and everyone Carl loves. Tickets $7 and $1 restoration fee.
THURSDAY, JUNE 8
Thursday Knitting Group
St. Joseph’ Roman Catholic Church, 145 E. Main St., Fredonia, 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. Many of the creations are donated to local charities, or attendees can work on their own projects. For details or to donate unused yarn, call 716 785-6039.
Veterans 4 Christ coffee and conversation
9 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. Veterans and guests are welcome.
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program “Dealing with Disobedience
Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Suite 7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call Tracy at 716 203-1609.
Jensen British Classic Cars at National Comedy Center
203 W. Second St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The hand-made Jensen cars will be on display in front of the Center at no charge to viewers. Open to the public..
Anderson-Lee Library presents: June storytimes
43 Main St., Silver Creek, Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For ages 2 to 12. Stories, crafts, games, other activities offered. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.
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
Mayville Farmers’ and Artisans’ Markets
Village Park, Routes 394 and 430, noon to 4 p.m. Food trucks, lunch time music and more.
Celoron Rib Fest
Lucille Ball Memorial Park, 47 Dunham Ave., 3 to 10 p.m. Food, drinks, craft vendors, kids’ zone, music, cruise in. Classic Rock music by the Untouchables at the Lucy Desi Band Stand from 6 to 9 p.m.
North County Water District meeting and Chadwick Bay Intermunicipal Water Works board meeting
Public meeting at the town of Dunkirk Hall, 4737 Willow Road, 4 p.m.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Master Builders
7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 p.m. Build with LEGOs, Magformers, Lincoln Logs, Snap Circuits, Marble Runs, Construx, Cubelets and more. Weekly challenges and prizes. All children welcome. No registration required. Caregivers must remain in building.
Dunkirk Elks bingo
Dunkirk Elks Lodge bingo will be held at 428 Central Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. Admission sales begin at 6 p.m. Games start at 7 p.m.
Dunkirk’s Fired Up for Summer Kickoff event
Music on the Pier: Rhythm and Blues Night
Max Muscato 5:25 p.m.; In Crowd 6:45 p.m. Also concession vendors. Pop-up event to discuss Dunkirk’s plans for revitalizing downtown.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. For ages 5 to 12. Build the challenge of the day, pick a challenge card or free build. Registration required, Call 716 934-3468.
Steps to Serenity Al-Anon Group
Harvest Chapel Free Methodist Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia, 6:45 to 8 p.m. Enter from the canopy and ramp door entrances. For details, call 716 969-2395.
Summer at the Stone House: Laura Fitzgerald presentation about cemetery symbolism
Cattaraugus County Museum, 9824 Route 16, Machias, 7 p.m.
Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary monthly meeting
William L. Travis Post 493, 3. E. Marvin St., Mayville, 7 p.m. Election and installation of officers. Units encouraged to have a representative in attendance.
Narcotics Anonymous meeting
219 Central Ave., Fredonia, 8 to 9 p.m. Free to attend. The only requirement is the desire to stop using. All are welcome regardless of age, race, sexual identity, creed, religion or lack of religion. For details, visit https://nawny.nny-na.org/.