Coming up…
TUESDAY,
DEC. 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: 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.
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: “Citizen Kane”
49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. 1941 film directed by Orson Wells and starring him.
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.
WEDNESDAY,
DEC. 20
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.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Special storytime with Santa
15 Main St., 1 p.m.
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.
Festivals Fredonia meeting
Fredonia Memorial Post 59 American Legion, 156 E. Main St., 5:30 p.m. A complete agenda will be available at the meeting for board members and guests. There will be light refreshments and some presentations. The meeting is open to the public.
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. Please note that during the month of December, through the generosity of an anonymous donor, if one cat is adopted, the adoption fee for a second cat will be waived, regardless of the age of the cat. 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.
Movies at the Reg: Scrooged
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 35th anniversary screening of the classic starring Bill Murray. $5 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren. 7:30 p.m.. Adults $8, students/seniors 62+ $6.
THURSDAY,
DEC. 21
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.
First United Presbyterian Church of Dunkirk Advent Recital
19 W. Fourth St., church sanctuary, noon. Adda Diru, a student from Moldava, will perform. Free event, open to the public.
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.
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.
Main Street Studios community Theatre Project presents: Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Reserved tickets $15, $10 student/senior.
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,
DEC. 22
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.
Christmas Worship Concert
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 1:30 p.m. Features the NCCS Children’s Choral Group and special guests. All are welcome.
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.
Classic Christmas Stories with Mrs. Claus
She Sings Cafe, 95 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 6 to 9 p.m. Join Mrs. Claus and her crew in hearing the classic Christmas stories being read aloud for all to hear. Also enjoy yummy cookies, milk and Christmas music. Come dressed in cozy pajamas.
Advent night prayer
The Lord’s Vineyard, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Includes sung and spoken prayers, a scripture reading with a brief reflection and a hymn to the Blessed Mother. Lasts approximately 30 minutes. Enter by the side door facing the parking lot. All are welcome.
Main Street Studios community Theatre Project presents: Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Reserved tickets $15, $10 student/senior.
SATURDAY,
DEC. 23
Fredonia Farmers’ Market
Fredonia Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods from various cultures for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.Visit with Santa.
The Next Chapter Bookstore presents: local author Judy Shuler
12 Park Place, Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. The author’s book “Safe Harbor: Stories of Enduring Friendships” will be available for purchase. She suggests writing a note to a friend on a blank page in front of the book, telling them why they matter in your life. Her book “Red & Blue: A Memoir of Two Alaskan Tour Guides,” will also be for sale. Free cookies. Drawing for a Safe Harbor mug. $2 donation each to Ahira Hall and Next Chapter Bookstore for each book sold.
Sleigh Rides at Chautauqua
Chautauqua Institution, 10 Roberts St., Chautauqua, 1 to 3 p.m. On-grounds sleigh rides by the Stateline Horseman’s Association. Tickets available at the Chautauqua Bookstore.
Main Street Studios community Theatre Project presents: Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Reserved tickets $15, $10 student/senior. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.
SUNDAY,
DEC. 24
Prospect Station trainwreck memorial ceremony
Intersection of Prospect Station Road and Fish/Barnes Road, Westfield, 2 p.m. There will also be a book-signing event with Wendy Lewellen, who has published her work “Good Soles: Chautauqua Rails to Trails Namesakes and Trailblazers.”
TUESDAY,
DEC. 26
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit
536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.
WEDNESDAY,
DEC. 27
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.
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
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. Please note that during the month of December, through the generosity of an anonymous donor, if one cat is adopted, the adoption fee for a second cat will be waived, regardless of the age of the cat. 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.