Coming up…
SATURDAY, JULY 15
Laurel Memorial Run/Walk,
Silver Creek
Village Square: 7 a.m. – Participant check-in and late registration begin; 8:30 a.m. – 5K Run/Walk and 1K Awareness Walk begin (5K Run/Walk will have two water stations); 9 a.m. – 8K Run begins (8K Run will have four water stations); 10 a.m. – Children’s Fun Runs (ages 7 and younger); 10:15 a.m. – Laurel’s Legacy Lap (for anyone with a disability, no charge); 10:30 a.m. – Awards Ceremony. $25 per person, also virtual activity options. Also food, music, basket raffle. Proceeds help those with disabilities.
Dunkirk Flea Market
Route 5 and Washington Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. To become a vendor, call organizer Brian Meyer at 716 680-0958.
First Ward Falcon Club annual fast pitch softball tournament
Prommenschenkel stadium and School #7 fields located in the heart of Wright Park, Dunkirk.
Concessions stand for food and beverage at the stadium. Up to 12 teams from New York, Ohio and Canada.
Fredonia Farmers’ Market
The Fredonia Farmers’ Market warm weather location, Church Street, Barker Common, downtown Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 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.
Westfield Farmers’ and
Artisans’ Market
Moore Park, E. Main Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
86th annual Westfield Antique Show
Eason Hall, 23 Elm St., Westfield, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sponsored by Chautauqua County Historical Society. Admission to show: $5. 20 regional vendors showcase furniture, glassware, jewelry, art, linens and unique collectibles.
Yoga with the Birds
Patio on The Lodge at Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 9 a.m. $10 per person members, $12 non-members. Registration recommended. See https://rtpi.org
Zippo/Case Made in Bradford
celebration
Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store, 1932 Zippo Drive, Bradford, PA, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Collectors’ swap tent, launch of exclusive collectibles, activities and entertainment for all ages.
Patterson Library annual book sale
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds benefit library programs and resources. For details, call 716 326-2154.
Jamestown Public Market
Jamestown Third Street downtown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Scandinavian Folk Festival
Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Music, dancing, lectures, exhibits, vendors, Admission $5, children 16 and under, free. Midsummer celebration.
Seneca Nation Marvin “Joe” Curry Veterans Powwow
Nation’s Allegany Territory, Veterans Park, Salamanca. Daily admission $10 adults 18 and older, weekend bracelets $15; admission for students age 5 to 17 and seniors 60 and over is $5 per day or $10 for weekend bracelet. Veterans and active military personnel with valid ID, children 4 and under admitted free of charge. Gates open at 10 a.m. each day. Grand entry at noon. Family-friendly celebration. Native dancing, artwork, food – variety of vendors.
Veterans 4 Christ Saturday brunch
Tri-Church Parish, 41 E. Main St., 10 a.m. Church is air-conditioned and totally handicapped accessible. Barb Cessna from the Fenton Historical Society will speak on Vets Funding Vets program, which she leads. A Federal Benefits Officer will be at the brunch to discuss new benefits for veterans.
Fair in the Square
Dunkirk Washington Park, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Craft and gift vendors, food trucks, inflatables and kids’ activities. Music by Footsteps 11 a.m. to 1 pm. And Party McFly 1 to 4 p.m.
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.
Collins Regional Historical Society No Registration Fee car show
Collins Center Town Park, School Street and Collins Center Zoar Road, noon to 4 p.m. Goodie bags for drivers, free door prize raffles for drivers, pre-registration (not required) by email. Trophy for various classes. Free parking and admittance for spectators. For details, email collinsregional@roadrunner.com
Main Street Studios Summer Theater presents: “Gods of Greece, Perseus and Andromeda” (Theatre for Youth)
Main Street Studios, 50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2:30 p.m. Tickets:$15 adults; $10 students/seniors.
Roger Tory Peterson Institute
Summer Soiree
311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5 to 9 p.m. Art and cocktail reception featuring live jazz, hors d’oeuvres, open bar, plein air artists creating original works to be auctioned off later at the event, gourmet buffet dinner on the patio, Institute updates, guest speaker. Tickets $95 each. Call 716 665-2473.
Beach House Bar & Grille presents: Hooman
2 Wright Park Drive, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m.
50s Sock Hop
Village Casino, 1 Lakeside Drive, Bemus Point, 7 to 10 p.m. $25 per person. Live DJ, dance contest, costume contest, door prizes. Proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels. For tickets, see pietime.net/sock-hop
Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: Monty Python’s “Spamalot”
18. E. Second St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25 including fees. Purchase at lbltj.com
SUNDAY, JULY 16
Church Administration Training, Ludlow
Olmstead Manor Retreat Center, 17 E. Main St., Ludlow, PA. Training is designed for those who serve a church, ministry or similar organization in an administrative role. Pittsburgh District Administrative Assistant Pam Honeychurch will offer a variety of sessions on resources, technology, workplace boundaries and more. For details call 814-945-6512.
First Ward Falcon Club annual fast pitch softball tournament
Prommenschenkel stadium and School #7 fields located in the heart of Wright Park, Dunkirk.
Concessions stand for food and beverage at the stadium. Up to 12 teams from New York, Ohio and Canada.
Scandinavian Folk Festival
Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Music, dancing, lectures, exhibits, vendors, Admission $5, children 16 and under, free.
86th annual Westfield Antique Show
Eason Hall, 23 Elm St., Westfield,10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sponsored by Chautauqua County Historical Society. Admission to show: $5. 20 regional vendors showcase furniture, glassware, jewelry, art, linens and unique collectibles.
Cassadaga Farmers’ Market
Ames Common, 12:30 to 3 p.m.
American Legion Post 1280 parking lot dance
228 Maple Ave., Cassadaga, to 5 p.m. Open to the public. Music by Family Tradition Bubba’s Food Wagon, Off the Stick Ice Cream Truck. Bring seating.
Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: Monty Python’s “Spamalot”
18. E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25 including fees. Purchase at lbltj.com
Beach House Bar & Grille presents: Zen City
2 Wright Park Drive, Dunkirk, 4 to 7 p.m.
MONDAY, JULY 17
Church Administration Training, Ludlow
Olmstead Manor Retreat Center, 17 E. Main St., Ludlow, PA. Training is designed for those who serve a church, ministry or similar organization in an administrative role. Pittsburgh District Administrative Assistant Pam Honeychurch will offer a variety of sessions on resources, technology, workplace boundaries and more. For details call 814-945-6512.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Book Buddies
7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. For children going into pre-kindergarten through those going into second grade. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.
Rotary Charity Golf Classic
Moon Brook Country Club, 2879 N. Main St. Ext., Jamestown. Shotgun start at 11:30 a.m. $150 per player, includes greens fees, cart, lunch on the course, dinner and prizes. Beverages available on the course. All fees must be paid in full before the start of play and entry forms must be submitted by July 7. Proceeds benefit Rotary’s projects in the local community as well as International Rotary projects.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Crafternoons
536 Central Ave., 2 to 3 p.m. Free event. This week: rain sticks.
Shrine to the Unborn 25th anniversary service
St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bennett Road, Route 60, Dunkirk, 6 p.m. The ProLife Committee of Chautauqua County invites residents to join this celebration of life to commemorate the the babies lost and those who have cared for the Shrine. Bishop Michael Fisher will preside at the Mass. Bring seating. A reception follows at the St. Gianna Pregnancy Center, 42 Orchard St., Fredonia.
HOPE meeting (Healing our Pain with Empathy)
General Physician, PC Dunkirk Office, 3898 Vineyard Drive, 6 to 8 p.m. All parents who have experienced the death of a child are invited to participate in this free support group. For details, call 716 338-0033 ext. 212.
REV Theatre in the Park, Bradford
Bromley Family Theatre, 300 Campus Drive, Bradford, PA, 7 p.m. Free live theater show in the park for children up through 8th grade. For details see bcpac.com
Chautauqua County Fair
Grandstand show: Horse Harness Racing, 2 p.m.
