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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explore and More

37 W. Main St., Brocton, after school until 4:45 p.m. For elementary students.

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.

Hybrid lecture: “Integrated Healthcare and Advocacy for Trans and Gender Diverse Individuals: Beyond Pink and Blue

6 to 7:30 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Lee Golembiewski. Livestreamed, sign up with the link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/integrating-inclusive-healthcare-and-advocacy-for-trans-individuals-hybrid-tick

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.

Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary monthly meeting

John W. Rogers Post 327, 7579 E. Main Road, Westfield, 7 p.m. All units encouraged to send a representative.

Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association meeting

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Open to the public, free of charge. Beginners welcome.

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

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.

Silver Creek Festival of Grapes

Village Square, Ballpark and Pavilion. Craft vendors noon to 7 p.m., food vendors 2 to 10:30 p.m., amusements and games by Midgety Entertainment 5 to 10 p.m. Opening ceremonies at 5:30 p.m., followed by grape stomping mega event. Music by Furious George from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the lower ballpark.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Voyagers

37 W. Main St., Brocton, after school until 4:45 p.m. For grades 3 through 8.

Fredonia Hops and Pops

Fredonia Beaver Club, 64 Prospect St., 5 to 7 p.m. Organized by the Dunkirk and Fredonia Chambers of Commerce. $15 per person, 2 for $25. Prize drawings, raffles, giveaways. Participating beverage producers include 21 Brix, Ellicottville Brewing Company, Johnson Estate Winery, Liberty Vineyard, Merritt Estate Winery, Steelbound Dunkirk, Willow Creek Winery, and Woodbury Vineyards. Samples available and can purchase by the bottle or case. Proceeds benefit scholarships.

Fredonia Jazz Workshop presents: Taylor Kelly

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Diers Recital Hall, 6 p.m.

Decho Ensemble concert

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. The saxophone and vocal trio of Sarah Marchitelli, Jacob Swanson and Katherine Petersen will be joined by Alison d’Amato on the piano. Tickets are $15 adults, $13 Opera House members and $5 students.

Guest Artist Recital: Can-Am Trio

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

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.

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.

Collins Volunteer Fire Company benefit craft show

Fire Hall, 2365 Main St., Collins, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission, free parking. Handmade arts and crafts, 50/50 raffle, food and beverages for sale.

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, raffles, giveaways, money raised for charity and more.

Silver Creek Festival of Grapes

Village Square, Ballpark and Pavilion. Craft vendors 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; food vendors noon to 10 p.m.; amusement and games ticket blocks are noon to 5 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m.; kids’ tent noon to 6 p.m.; dice run begins 10:30 a.m. to noon; grape dessert competition at 11 a.m. at Mt. Carmel auditorium; amateur wine contest Village Inn Bar (entries must be in by 10:30 a.m.). Music schedule: Paul Alquire from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Gazebo; Two Towns from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Lower Park and the All Star Band from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Lower Park.

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.