THURSDAY, JAN. 25

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.

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. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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

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

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.

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.

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, JAN. 26

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program: Fighting and Aggression

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Suite 7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call Tracy at 716 203-1609.

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.

RTPI Art after 5 featuring The Assembly

311 Curtis St, Jamestown ,5:30 p.m. Included with each ticket is full access to the museum, a drink from the RTPI bar, charcuterie and 2 hours of live music.

“Is Anything the Matter?” Drawings by Laylah Ali opening reception

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marion Art Gallery, 6 p.m.

JCC Alumni Association Interactive Mystery Event: “Mystery at the Old Time Radio Show”

Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, Scharmann Theater, 7 p.m. Desserts and beverages served throughout the evening. $25 per person.

“Cirque Mechanics: Zephyr”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. CIrcus acts demonstrate acceptance, coexistence and balance with wind, progress and community. $21 to $57.

SATURDAY, JAN. 27

Chautauqua Striders Winter 5K Series: Race 1 of 5

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham St., Celoron. Registration 9 to 9:45, race begins at 10 a.m. $80 for series, $20 for a single race by noon the previous day, $25 day of the event, Open to runners of all ages and abilities.

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 for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Winter Sowing Workshop

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10 a.m. Learn how to start seeds in the winter by planting seeds outdoors in a container and leaving the container outdoors until the seedlings begin to appear. Free, hands-on project. Come prepared to handle dirt. All supplies provided. Pre-register at 716 934-3468. Presented by members of the Silver Creek Hanover Gardening Club.

Winter Walkabout at Audubon

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Adults $8, Nature Center members and children 9 to 15, $6. Reservations appreciated for this nature walk. Call 716 569-2345.

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.

Live at the Met: “Carmen”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m.. $20 adults, $18 members, $10 students. Sung in French with English subtitles.

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. Weather permitting.

JCC Alumni Association Interactive Mystery Event: “Mystery at the Old Time Radio Show”

Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, Scharmann Theater, 7 p.m. Desserts and beverages served throughout the evening. $25 per person.

Cinema Series: “Immediate Family”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. A documentary by Director Denny Tedesco, it follows the lives and works of four of the finest session players of the 70’s, with archival footage and testimonials by James Taylor, Stevie Nicks, Phil Collins and many more. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Operation Overnight – An A Capella show

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m. Open to the public.