TUESDAY, SEPT. 5

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

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

Chautauqua County Planning Board meeting

Luensman Overview Park, 7896 Thayer Road, Portland, 4 p.m. With questions regarding this meeting, call Courtney Domst at 716 363-3623.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: 19th Century Painters Amos Wight and Ammi Farnham

At 5:30 p.m., New York State historical markers will be placed at the Hanover Town Hall at 5:30 p.m. Following the unveiling of the markers, Hanover Historian Vince Martonis will present a PowerPoint program about these two local painters.at the library, 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 7 p.m. Original works by each artist will be on display.The program will begin with early maps, photographs and postcard views of Silver Creek. Attendees will receive an art keepsake. For details, contact Vince Martonis at vmartonis@gmail.com

Cinema Series: “Jules”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Ben Kingsley, Harriet Sansom Harris and Jane Curtin star in the story of a man who befriends an extra-terrestrial and the responses of his neighbors and the government. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 6

TOPS NY No. 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.

Farm Bill Listening Session with Representative Nick Langworthy

Cornell Cooperative Extension, 6592 W. Main Road, Portland, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Guest U.S. Representative Glenn GT Thompson of Pennsylvania, House Committee Agricultural Chairman. Feedback wanted from local farmers, producers and rural business owners. For details and to attend, RSVP required at RepLangworthyinfo@mail.house.gov or call 716 547-7844.

League of Women Voters “Hot Topic” luncheon

Shorewood Country Club, Route 5 West, Dunkirk, 11:30 a.m. Speaker: Jarod Koopman, executive director, cyber and forensic services investigation of the IRS. Luncheon buffet $23, or come for the lecture.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For ages birth to Pre-school. Stories, songs, fingerplays and take away craft or activity. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.

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 to 7:30 p.m. Contact Merrie at MHanmann@AHiraHall.org for details.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 7

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.

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

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

Mayville Farmers’ and Artisans’ Markets

Village Park, Routes 394 and 430, noon to 4 p.m. Food trucks, lunchtime music and more.

The market at Graycliff

6472 Old Lake Shore Road, Derby, 5 to 8 p.m.

Dunkirk Public Library book club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Call 716 366-2511 to reserve this month’s selection.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Growing and Using Medicinal Plants

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. Presenter: Kathy Contrino from CW Native Plant Farm.

County History Lecture: An Evening with the Undertakers

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Catherine J. Ullman. Free admission, donations accepted.

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.

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/.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 8

Roblin Steel Coffee Club meeting

Demetri’s on the Lake, Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m.

Fire Lights Music and Arts Festival

The Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman. Music, flow art performances and one-of-a-kind art installations.

Free Parenting Discussion Group at MHA

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., #7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. Zoom or in-person. Call Aubrey at 716 664-3608 to register. This week’s topic: Developing good bedtime routines.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidery and fun with friends.

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog lunch

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: The Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 to 2 p.m. For all who love handiwork, ages 10 and up. Bring own supplies. For knitting, bring 10/10.5 bamboo needles colored worsted weight yarn (#4). For crochet, bring a size H hook and light-colored worsted weight yarn (#4). Come and learn or come and work on a project with others who love to knit, crochet, embroider, etc.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Chess Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 3 p.m. For ages 10 and up. No registration required. For all skill levels.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History Guided Gallery Walk

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Limited to 15 people. Led by curator Maria Ferguson. Adults $12; Seniors, military, students $10, children under 6 $6. Call 716 665-2473 for reservations.

Red, White and Blues

Celebrate the vineyards and local wineries, blues musicians and restaurants of Fredonia. Food, craft vendors, raffles.. Music schedule: 6 p.m.: The Untouchables at American Legion Post 59; 8 p.m. Dr. Z and the Blues Remedy at the Fredonia Beaver Club.

Marion Art Gallery reception for the exhibit “Not Gay”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marion Art Gallery, 6 to 9 p.m. Meet exhibition curators Jonathan David Katz and Ryan Patrick Krueger. Dr. Katz will also give a lecture about the exhibition at 4 p.m. in McEwen Hall, room 209 on campus.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts presents: original musical by Steven Wendell

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Free admission, reservations needed due to limited seating. Call 716 224-2135.

Art in Lily Dale: Artists Past and Present in the Dale

Lyceum Building, 7:30 p.m. Free event. Call 716 595-2921 for reservations and details.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 9

24th annual Sinclairville History Fair

7 to 9:30 a.m.: breakfast by the 76ers; 9:30 a.m.: memorial service at the Valley Historical Society Museum and live historical displays all day; 10 a.m.: grand parade, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.: craft show and farmers’ market; horse-drawn wagon rides; bounce houses; kids’ games. 11 a.m.: beautiful baby contest at the fire hall (prizes for all entrants); Grandma’s fruit pie contest at the fire hall; classic car, truck and cycle cruise-in and antique tractor display until 3 p.m. on the Village Hall lawn; 716 Puppet Productions presents Chris and Friends, ventriloquist and magician at the library; music in the Bandstand by The Scroggins. 11:30 a.m.: chicken barbecue by the library and fire department. Noon: cornhole tournament, pickleball tournament at the ballpark until 5 p.m., two person teams, entry fee $30, proceeds support CV midget football; Rustic Ramblers on the Church Street Stage until 3 p.m. 1:30 p.m.: Jamestown Harmony Express in the Bandstand; all breeds dog show at the fire hall. 2 p.m.: guided historic Evergreen cemetery tour. 3 p.m.: karaoke contest in the bandstand with cash prizes. 5 p.m.: street dance in the tent with Two For Flinching. 9 p.m.: fireworks.

Fire Lights Music and Arts Festival

The Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman. Music, flow art performances and one-of-a-kind art installations.

Leon Historical “Amish Market and Fall Crawl” and quilting demonstration/display

Starting point: Valley View Cheese Co., 6028 Route 62, Conewango Valley, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Quilting program in the old Leon church.

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.

South Dayton Farmers’ Market

Village Square Park, Route 322 and Park Street, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Bike Ride – Tour of Chautauqua

Moore Park, Westfield, 9 a.m. Sign-in at Eason Hall, 23 Elm St. for 25, 40, 75 or 100 mile tour. $35 includes sit-down dinner at the Episcopal Church at the finish. Pre-register. For details, call Westfield Recreation at 716 753-6842. Bicycle helmet required.

Westfield Quilters’ Guild “30 Years of Love and Warmth Quilt Show”

First Presbyterian Church, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 admission includes two tickets for the raffle quilt.

43rd annual Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival

Warren County Fairgrounds, 371 Barton Run Road, Route 6, Pittsfield, PA, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $8, $6 seniors, children 12 and under free. Can return free on Sunday for paid admission Saturday. 150 juried artisans, inspired folk art, homemade collectibles, traditional American crafts, fine art, delectable foods, children’s activities, magician, demonstrations, chainsaw carvings, birds of prey, exotic animal petting zoo, balloon art and face painting booth, farmers’ market, musical group “Temple Grey.”

Art in Lily Dale: Outdoor and Spirit Art Classes

Lyceum Building, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free event. 10 a.m. to noon: class on watercolors or automatic drawing; 1″30 to 4 p.m.: outdoor painting or wax art; 3 to 4 p.m. show and tell with prizes. Call 716 595-2921 for reservations and details.

Lake Erie State Park presents: Backyard Birds

5838 Route 5, Brocton, meet at recreation hall, 10 to 11 a.m. Leader: Judy Callahan. Bring binoculars.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers: Fun with Fungi

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 to 8 with adult. Adults $12, Nature Center members $9, children 3 to 8 $9. Indoors and outdoors. Paid reservations by prior Thursday. Call 716 569-2345.

Jamestown Public Market

Jamestown Third Street downtown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For ages 5 to 12. Limit 10 children. Build the challenge of the day, pick a challenge card or free build. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Red White and Blues

Celebrate the vineyards and local wineries, blues musicians and restaurants of Fredonia. Food, craft vendors, raffles. Music schedule: noon: The MCJ Band at the Barker Common Gazebo; 1 p.m.: Beer Crate Blues Band at Heenan’s Irish Pub; 2 p.m.: Jammin’ Gypsies at Coughlin’s; 3 p.m. MAIN EVENT – Tommy Z at the Barker Common Gazebo; 5 p.m.: Harvey and the Hurricanes at Fred’s; 5:30 p.m.: Two Towns at Old Main Inn; 5:30 p.m.: Mo Porter Band at 64 On the Rocks; 6 p.m.: JT Blues Band at Muldoon’s/Tully”s; 7 p.m. Shaky Ray Blues Band at Domus Fare; 7:30 p.m.: Mark Winsick Band at Downtown Brew; 9 p.m. Jony James Band at EBC West; 10 p.m.: That 80’s Hair Band at Valentine’s.

Merritt Estate Winery Septemberfest

2264 King Road, Forestville, noon to 10 p.m. Free admission, families welcome. Craft and food vendors, chicken barbecue, bounce house, balloon artist, wine tastings, wine slush, craft beer, classic car cruise-in noon to 6 p.m. Music by Twisted Lid noon to 3 p.m.; Black Widow 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.; The Fleetwood Mac Experience 7 to 10 p.m. Requesting no outside food and beverages.

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.

Sherman Music Festival

The Cooler Bar and Grill, 2 to 10 p.m. Food, vendors, live music.

Lake Erie State Park presents: Terrific Trees

5838 Route 5, Brocton, meet at recreation hall, 10 to 11 a.m. Leader: Mike Callahan. ,

Lake Shore Center for the Arts presents: original musical by Steven Wendell

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Free admission, reservations needed due to limited seating. Call 716 224-2135.

Spaghetti dinner fund-raiser

Dayton Fire Hall, 9512 Route 62, Dayton, 5 to 8 p.m. Suggested donations: $15 adults; $10 kids 10 and under. Eat in or take out. Proceeds benefit the Wesley Community Church Building Fund. For details, call Mary at 716 462-7059.

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: “Wail On – A Night of Classic Country Music”

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. $22.

Movies at the Reg – “The League”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 8 p.m. The story of the Negro League’s triumphs and challenges is told through archival footage and interviews with legendary players like Satchel Page, Willie Mays and Hank Aaron. $7 admission plus $1 theater restoration fee.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 10

South Dayton Volunteer Fire Department tractor pull

Firemen’s Grounds, 34 Maple St., South Dayton. Scales open at 10 a.m. $10 hitch fee. Pull begins at noon. $5 admission. For details, call Dave Ivett at 716 679-8876.

Jamestown Coin Club Coin Show

Herman Kent Post 777, (Celoron Legion), 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Free admission. Buying, selling, offering free appraisals. For details, call 716 720-1591

Fire Lights Music and Arts Festival

The Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman. Music, flow art performances and one-of-a-kind art installations.

43rd annual Wild Wind Folk Art & Craft Festival

Warren County Fairgrounds, 371 Barton Run Road, Route 6, Pittsfield, PA, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $8, $6 seniors, children 12 and under free. Can return free on Sunday for paid admission Saturday. 150 juried artisans, inspired folk art, homemade collectibles, traditional American crafts, fine art, delectable foods, children’s activities, magician, demonstrations, chainsaw carvings, birds of prey, exotic animal petting zoo, balloon art and face painting booth, farmers’ market, entertainment by Elvis impersonator Cesare Belvano.

Merritt Estate Winery Septemberfest

2264 King Road, Forestville, noon to 6 p.m. Free admission, families welcome. Craft and food vendors, chicken barbecue bounce house, balloon artist, wine tastings, wine slush, craft beer, classic car cruise-in noon to 6 p.m. Music by Throwback Jack noon to 3 p.m.; Midnight Recovery 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Requesting no outside food and beverages.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts presents: original musical by Steven Wendell

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 2 p.m. Free admission, reservations needed due to limited seating. Call 716 224-2135.

MONDAY, SEPT. 11

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschooler storytime

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

United Seniors luncheon meeting

Kosciuszko Club, 252 Nevins St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. gathering, luncheon at noon. Send $12 per meal to Linda Riley, 264 King St., Dunkirk. Membership is $5 per senior (ages 55+)

TUESDAY, SEPT. 12

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

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

Darwin R. Library presents: All-ages storytime

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

Fredonia Cub Scouts Pack 267 Open House

Russell Joy Park lower pavilion, Howard Street, Fredonia, 5:30 p.m. For all interested families with children in grades K through 5. Activities, potluck dinner (new families need not bring anything), informational meeting for parents/guardians. All welcome, no obligation to join.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 13

TOPS NY No. 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.

Westfield Alzheimer’s Social Respite Group

United Methodist Church, 101 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers offer light exercise, seasonal music and games with one to one assistance for guests. For details about this free respite program, call the church at 716 326-3243.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For ages birth to Pre-school. Stories, songs, fingerplays and take away craft or activity. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.

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

Friends of Anderson-Lee Library registered members’ jump-start used book sale

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Proceeds enhance library collections, equipment and programs.

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

St. John’s United Church of Christ stuffed peppers dinner

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. $13.

Movies at the Reg: “Scarface”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 40th anniversary screening. Stars Al Pacino. Tickets $7 and $1 restoration fee.

Fenton Lecture Series: A Timeline of Chautauqua Steamboats and Hotels

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Free, in person in the dining room of the Fenton History Center, also streamed via Facebook and Zoom.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 14

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.

Friends of Anderson-Lee Library used book sale

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Proceeds enhance library collections, equipment and programs.

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

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

The market at Graycliff

6472 Old Lake Shore Road, Derby, 5 to 8 p.m.

Dunkirk Downtown Revitalization Initiative Planning Committee public workshop

Clarion Hotel, 30 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 5 to 7 p.m. Public welcome and visit project stations, speak with consultants and complete a project feedback form.

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.

Boys and Girls Club fund-raiser: Dash for Cash

Clarion Hotel, 30 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 to 8 p.m. Theme: “Kickoff for Kindness.” Tickets are $25 each. An early bird drawing takes place Aug. 31, as well as at the event, which allows the ticket holder and guest to attend the Clarion event for appetizers. Checks need to be made payable to BGC of NCC. For details, call 716 785-1053.

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.

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/.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 15

Silver Creek Festival of Grapes Village Square, Ballpark and Pavilion. Opening ceremonies at 5:30 p.m., followed by grape stomping mega event.

Bemus Point Fall Fest

Street market with vendors, fall food specials at the restaurants, draw a leaf discounts at the stores, petting zoo, open houses, more.

Free Parenting Discussion Group at MHA

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., #7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. Zoom or in-person. Call Aubrey at 716 664-3608 to register. This week’s topic: Hassle-free shopping.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidery and fun with friends.

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog lunch

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Friends of Anderson-Lee Library used book sale

43 Main St., Silver Creek, noon to 5 p.m. Proceeds enhance library collections, equipment and programs.

Darwin R. Library presents Technology Training – Ancestry Library Edition

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Hands-on learning with time for exploration at the end. Registration necessary, call 716 672-9051. Free of charge.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History Guided Gallery Walk

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Limited to 15 people. Led by curator Maria Ferguson. Adults $12; Seniors, military, students $10, children under 6 $6. Call 716 665-2473 for reservations.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons and Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens and YA patrons welcome to join in role playing adventures. Contact the Library Director at 716 366-2511 for details.

Community Chamber Committees in Dunkirk and Fredonia Hops and Pops event

Fredonia Beaver Club, 64 Prospect St., 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets $20 per person, 2 for $25 will include beer and wine tastings, appetizers and entries into cash prize and other drawings. Open to all in the community. Buy tickets at www.chqchamber.org. Proceeds support local scholarships.

Ellicottville’s Rock ‘n Roll Weekend

Four-block radius full of wonderful dining experiences, boutiques, shops, entertainment on every corner.

Decho Ensemble at 1891 Fredonia Opera House

9 Church St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Jacob Swanson, saxophone, Sarah Marchitelli, saxophone, Katherine Petersen, soprano. $15 adults, $13 members, $5 students.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 16

KBR Triathalon

Cassadaga Lake. Kayak loop around the lake, 13 mile bike ride, 2 mile run followed by a potluck dinner for athletes and spectators. See tonia@markwilson.com for details.

Silver Creek Festival of Grapes Village Square, Ballpark and Pavilion

Bemus Point Fall Fest

Street market with vendors, fall food specials at the restaurants, draw a leaf discounts at the stores, petting zoo, open houses, more.

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.

Chautauqua County DPW Household Hazardous Waste drop-off day

454 N. Work St., Falconer, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For acceptable and unacceptable items and for the registration form, see https://chqgov.com/landfill/landfill. Forms also available at the site. For details, call TJ Pierce at 716 661-8424.

Ellicottville’s Rock ‘n Roll Weekend

Four-block radius full of wonderful dining experiences, boutiques, shops, entertainment on every corner.

South Dayton Farmers’ Market

Village Square Park, Route 322 and Park Street, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Westfield Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market

Moore Park, E. Main Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tuscany Lemon Drop: A Community Block Party

450 E. Main St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Small business fair with a variety of local representatives, Tuscany sales, merchandise, new menu items, giveaways, money raised for charity and more.

Friends of Anderson-Lee Library used book sale

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds enhance library collections, equipment and programs.

Kennedy Free Library presents: book launch with author Dawn Swanson

649 Second St., 10 a.m. The author will read her new book, “Charlotte, The Very Good, Very Naughty Girl,” to any children present and crafts will be available based on events of the book. Books will be available for purchase.

Jamestown Public Market

Jamestown Third Street downtown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association annual fall tractor pull 578 Cemetery Road (off 380), Stockton, Garden tractors at 10 a.m., antique farm tractors at noon. Free admission and parking.

Chautauqua County Humane Society Walk 4 Paws

Presented by Happy Hounds Hotel & Day Spa at Panzarella Island, 211 W. Second St., Jamestown. Registration at 10 a.m., walk at 11. $25 registration includes a pet bandana and a ticket to participate in an art station for pets, photo booth with local professional photographers, scavenger hunt and scenic walk. Register at CHQhumane.org

Fenton Genealogy Support Group

Hall House Research Center, 73 Forest Ave., Jamestown, 10:30 a.m. Vince Courtney will present a class on Canadian – Maritime Provinces Genealogy. Class until 11:30, attendees welcome to stay until 12:30 to use the research library. $10 members, $20 non-members. To register, call 716 664-6256

Introduction to Disc Golf at Lake Erie State Park

5838 Route 5, Brocton, 11 a.m. to noon. Learn about the game and throw some discs with a park educator. Meet at the recreation hall.

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.

Amphibians and Reptiles at Lake Erie State Park

5838 Route 5, Brocton, 1 to 2 p.m. Hike to the pond to look for amphibians or reptiles. Meet at the recreation hall.

Classic Car and Motorcycle Cruise-in at the Bemus Point Golf Club and Tap House

72 Main St., 1 to 6 p.m. Cruise-in, DJ Carmello, Mikey’s Famous chicken barbecue.

Gowanda Moose Club 1382 presents: NASCAR #1 Car Cruise 2023

201 Aldrich St., 2 p.m. Vendors, prizes, car cruise, bike cruise, watermelon carving, food, craft/flea market, basket raffles, 50/50. Sit in Ross Chastain’s #1 car. Live music 8 to 11 p.m. with Jess and the Mess.

Paws for Laughter comedy show to benefit Lakeshore Humane Society

Downtown Brew, 13 Water St., Fredonia, 3 p.m. Tickets $10. Prize drawings after the show.

St. John’s United Church of Christ stuffed peppers dinner (check date)

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. $13.

Cinema Series: “Theater Camp”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Ben Platt and Molly Garden in the story of lifelong friends and drama instructors trying to save a run-down theater camp by staging a masterpiece. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Rockefeller Arts Center presents: “Fleetwood Mask: The Fleetwood Mac Experience”

SUNY Fredonia, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating. Level I: $39, Level II: $34, Level III: $29, Level IV: $24. Order online at fredonia.edu/tickets or call 716 673-3501.

Reg Lenna presents: “The Magic of Motown”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. Fifteen power-house vocalists are backed by a six-piece band who embody artists such as The Temptations, The Four Tops, DIana Ross and the Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson and more. Dynamic choreography and gorgeous costuming. Tickets $61 to $81 plus restoration fees.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 17

Silver Creek Festival of Grapes Village Square, Ballpark and Pavilion

Chautauqua County Grown Open Barn Doors Day

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Animals, demonstrations, tours, local products, vendors, family fun. . Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension.

Bemus Point Fall Fest

Street market with vendors, fall food specials at the restaurants, draw a leaf discounts at the stores, petting zoo, open houses, more.

MONDAY, SEPT. 18

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

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.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 19

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

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

Darwin R. Library presents: All-ages storytime

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

Lake Shore Center for the Arts free classic movie: “The Philadelphia Story”

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. 1940 film starring Cary Grant, Katherine Hepburn and James Stewart.

Willowbrook Park Cemetery annual meeting

American Legion Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m.

Cinema Series: “Theater Camp”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Ben Platt and Molly Garden in the story of lifelong friends and drama instructors trying to save a run-down theater camp by staging a masterpiece. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.