Coming up…
TUESDAY, JUNE 20
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
Youngerman Center Stroke/Head Injury Support Group meeting
SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 to 4 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.
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.
Beach House Bar & Grille presents: Open
Mic Night
2 Wright Park Drive, Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m.
Lake Shore Center for the Arts free classic movie: “The Bicycle Thief”
49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. 1948 film starring Enzo Staiola.
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.
Cinema Series: “Somewhere in Queens”
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 7:30 p.m. Stars Ray Romano as a father who risks everything to help his basketball star son have a shot at a better life. Tickets: $7 adults, $6.50 seniors/Opera House members, $5 students.
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 21
Chautauqua County Soil & Water Conservation District monthly board meeting
CCSWCD office, 220 Fluvanna Ave., Suite 200, Jamestown, 8:30 a.m. With questions or to attend, contact the office at 716 664-2351 ext. 5.
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.
Dunkirk Farmers’ Market
Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Variety of vendors. The market accepts EBT/SNAP, WIC, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits, WICFV checks.
Dunkirk Public Library budget voting
Dunkirk Public Library, 536 Central Ave., noon to 9 p.m. All residents of the Dunkirk City School District who are registered to vote in general elections may vote.
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.
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.
Master Gardeners Evening in the Garden – “Let’s Talk Tomatoes”
Jamestown Community College, near the Physical Education Building, Curtis Street Jamestown, 6 p.m. Educational programming with hands-on experience.
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
Bike Rodeo for ages 7 to 12
Long Point State Park, upper parking lot, 4559 Route 430, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Participants must bring their own bikes and helmets. They will ride through a skills course to learn bike safety techniques. Call 716 354-6232.
Strawberry Social with Cassadaga Community Concert Band
Cassadaga Beach, Park Avenue, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by Citizens for a Better Cassadaga. Shortcakes are offered for free. Donations gratefully accepted. Bring seating. Limited parking. For details, call 716 665-8855.
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
Chautauqua County Genealogical Society meeting
Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m. Meeting followed by presentation “Chautauqua Obscura” by Karen Livsey and Sam Genco. Open to the public. For details, call President Ruth Nichols at 716 965-2656.
Lake Shore Coin Club meeting
Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Members gather at 6:30 p.m., meeting at 7. Enter in the back.
THURSDAY, JUNE 22
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: Hassle-Free Shopping
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.
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.
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.
Northern Chautauqua Young Professionals and United Way of Northern Chautauqua County ’90s Night Networking Happy Hour
Steelbound Brewery, 30 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 4 to 6 p.m. 90’s trivia followed by a live performance by Nineties by Nature at the Pier. $10 to enter, includes food. Pre-registration preferred. See https://bit.ly/NCY90sNight via the NCYP Facebook page.
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.
Music on the Pier: 90’s Night
Ultraviolet 5:25 p.m.; Nineties by Nature 6:45 p.m. Also concession vendors.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Summer reading kick-off with Sun-Dance-Kids petting zoo
Village Ball Park pavilion behind the Silver Creek library, 6 p.m. For all ages. Sign up for summer reading and visit with farm animals.
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.
Jeep Jamboree Bradford, PA
University of Pittsburgh, Bradford 300 Campus Drive, Bradford. Be part of the excitement of off-road driving in the beautiful Allegheny National Forest. 26th annual Penns Woods Jeep Jamboree. Call 530-333-2550 for details. https://jeepjamboreeusa.com/trip/26th-penns-woods-2023/
Summer at the Stone House: Dave Ruch presents “Music of the Erie Canal”
Cattaraugus County Museum, 9824 Route 16,Machias, 7 p.m.
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/.
