Coming up…
MONDAY, NOV. 13
Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool 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 $15 per meal to Linda Riley, 264 King St., Dunkirk. Membership is $5 per senior (ages 55+)
Westfield Village Planning Board meeting
Eason Hall, 3 to 5 p.m. Updating and rezoning of the B2 District with the newly formed Community Gateway Overlay District within the B2 District boundary. Public welcome.
Fredonia Guitar Quartets and Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
TUESDAY, NOV. 14
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit
536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.
Sinclairville Senior Citizens luncheon and program
Sinclairville Firehall dining room, 30 Main St., noon. Turkey, stuffing, dressing provided. Bring a dish of food to complement the meal and personal table service.
Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
Southern Tier Brewing Company, 2072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Appetizers, cash bar, brief program. Bring business cards for networking. Chamber members can send two people at no charge. Over the two-person limit or non-members $10. Registration appreciated at www.chautauquachamber.org.
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: “History of the Cayuga Nation”
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Presenter: Rich Sasala, Cayuga, Turtle Clan. Register at 716 934-3468.
Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 meeting
Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Membership renewals for 2024 are being accepted. New members welcome.
Children in the Stream/4H Youth Fly Fishing program class
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment is needed.
Fredonia Wind Symphony
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15
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.
The Resource Center 34th Ability Awareness Awards celebration
Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 11:30 a.m. The awards recognize people with disabilities who have made significant accomplishments and area residents and businesses that have improved the lives of people with disabilities.
TOPS NY #1094 meeting
Fellowship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 p.m. All are welcome. For details, call 716 792-4226.
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.
Fredonia Student Keyboard Association piano recital
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 6 p.m.
Chautauqua County Genealogical Society meeting
Cassadaga American Legion, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m.
Movies at the Reg: “Rudy”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 30th anniversary screening. Stars Sean Astin in the classic about a boy’s sacrifices to play football for Notre Dame. $5 plus $1 restoration fee.
Fredonia Wind Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
THURSDAY, NOV. 16
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.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: School-age storytime with Miss Amy
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 6 to 12. Stories, crafts, games and other activities.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Preschool storytime with Miss Jill
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 2 to 5. Reading, singing, rhymes and fun crafts.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Master Builders
7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 p.m. Build with LEGOs, Magformers, Marble Runs, ZOOB, TRIO and more. All children welcome. No registration required. Caregivers must remain in building.
Darwin R. Library presents: Library Catalog Search
7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Learn how to navigate the Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Library System catalog to search for physical books, books on CD, DVDs and more. Bring own smart-device laptop or borrow one from the library. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Free of charge.
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.
Rosary for Peace in the World
This recurring Rosary takes place on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Holiday greeting card-making
15 Main St., 5:30 p.m. Ages 10 and up. $5 fee covers materials to make 3 different cards with instructions provided by Amanda Verlini. Call 716 9622-5885.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: ” Cayuga Nation Oral History Project”
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Presenter: Rich Sasala, Cayuga, Turtle Clan. Register at 716 934-3468.
Steps to Serenity Al-Anon Group
Harvest Chapel Free Methodist Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia, conference room 6, 6 to 7:15 p.m. Enter from the canopy and ramp door entrances. For details, call 716 969-2395.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library’s Write Focus presents: Diwali, the Indian Festival of Light
37 W. Main St., 6:30 p.m. Program presenter: Lucy Andrus, LARC Art and Culture Educator.
WRFA presents: “Arts on Fire LIVE! – The Assembly”
Reg Lenna Medium Arts Studio, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, doors open at 6:45, performance at 7 p.m. $13 including fees.
Something Rotten at the Scharmann Theater at Jamestown Community College
JCC, Sheldon Center, Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. A hilarious mashup of Shakespearean England and 21st century Broadway. General admission $20, students, senior citizens (60+)/JCC FSA members, JCC students with ID $10.
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/.
Fredonia Concert Band SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
FRIDAY, NOV. 17
Hunters’ breakfast opening day
Stockton Volunteer Fire Co., 28 S. Main St., 4:30 to 9 a.m.
Parent Discussion Group
The Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., #7, Jamestown or via Zoom.10 a.m. to noon. Email aubrey@preventionworks.us . Free event. This week: Developing Good Bedtime Routines.
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.
Wright Memorial Presbyterian Church 200 years celebration
1266672 Route 438, Irving, 1 to 4 p.m. Public welcome to join thee congregation for a special short service with music, followed by a luncheon. RSVP to Eileen Marx at 716 86444-4745.
Gowanda High School Thespian Society presents: “Almost, Maine” senior preview
10674 Prospect St., 1 p.m. Free admission..
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. Call 716 665-2473 for reservations. Museum admission must be purchased.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeon and Dragons
536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens and YA patrons welcome to join for role-playing adventures. Contact the library director at 716 366-2511.
Christmas in the Village of Westfield children’s night
Patterson Library, 40 S. Portage St., 5 p.m. Pygmy Goat Visitors from Sun Dance Kids Farm. Moore Park at 6:30, Santa and Mrs. Claus come to town to light the park Christmas tree. Celebration continues at the YWCA, 58 S. Portage St., with treats, visits and pictures with Santa.
Sinclairville Volunteer Fire Co. annual turkey party
Fire Hall, Main Street, additional parking on Lester Street. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Hot dogs, beverages, chips provided. A variety of meat packages as well as turkey will be raffled.
Dueling Pianos at Chautauqua Harbor Hotel
10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 6:30 p.m. Call 716 489-2800 for tickets.
Dunkirk Intermediate School presents: “Matilda Jr.”
Intermediate School Auditorium, 525 Eagle St., 7 p.m. See the school website for tickets. Limited number of tickets available at the door. Concessions and fundraisers at the show to help support future musicals.
Gowanda High School Thespian Society presents: “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani
10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Free admission, open to the public..
Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Concert Film
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Cinematic view of the history-making Taylor Swift tour. Taylor Swift Eras attire and friendship bracelets strongly encouraged. Adults $19.89, children under 12; seniors 65 and older; veterans/military: $13.33. See reglenna.com for online tickets.
Something Rotten at the Scharmann Theater at Jamestown Community College
JCC, Sheldon Center, Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. A hilarious mashup of Shakespearean England and 21st century Broadway. General admission $20, students, senior citizens (60+)/JCC FSA members, JCC students with ID $10.
Medieval Feast Dinner Theater
Peek ‘n Peak, 1405 Olde Main Road, Clymer, 7:30 p.m. $85.
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