SATURDAY, FEB. 24

Sportsman’s Show

Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino Events Center, 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd., Salamanca, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cattaraugus County’s largest sportsman’s show. For details, call Buck Nosel, 716 450-5492.

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.

Signs of Spring at Audubon Community Nature Center

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. Adults $8, Nature Center members $6, students 9 to 15, $6. Outdoor program. Reservations appreciated. Call 716 569-2345.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: T-Rex Tea Party

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. Aimed toward those young and young at heart. Hear dinosaur stories, learn about tea party manners, eat yummy treats and visit with a special secret guest. Feel free to wear favorite dinosaur attire. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Poetry reading and book signing with author Nick Smith

7 Day St., Fredonia, noon. The local author will share excerpts of his collection of poems, “Cloudwalking” and answer questions about his 30-year career as a writer and filmmaker.

SUNY Fredonia Choral Music Festival open rehearsal with Dr. Stephen Gusukuma

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 1 to 3 p.m. Free event, open to the public.

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.

Fredonia Choral Festival

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 4 p.m. General public $8, students free on advance, $2 at the door, general admission.

Ducks Unlimited, Northern Chautauqua Chapter annual banquet and auction

Blessed Mary Angela Parish, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk. $60 ticket or $90 couple. For details, call 716 785-1409.

“On Ice” benefit for Aspire of WNY

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Ice skating, curling, bumper cars, dinner, hot chocolate bar. Adults $35, children $20, under 5 free. Aspire supports individuals with disabilities in WNY.

Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Full Moon Winter Walk/Snowshoe and Campfire Gathering

Cassadaga Creek Wetland Preserve, 3770 Bloomer Road, Sinclairville, gather at 5:30 p.m. walk begins at 6. The Preserve is not accessible from the Route 60 side. Rent or bring own snowshoes. Free event, open to the public. Can choose to remain by the campfire and socialize during the walk time. Complementary hot chocolate, coffee and s’mores. Attendees are welcome to bring own beverages, snacks to share, and lawn chairs to sit by the fire. RSVP to 716 664-2166 ext. 1001. Leave name, number attending and contact email or phone number..

Walter Gloor Mainstage Series presents: “Edges” by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Contemporary song-cycle about young adults. Paul W. Mockovak, Director. General public $25 advance, $30 at door. Student $10 advance, $15 at door.

Movies at the Reg: “Mean Girls”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 8 p.m. A new twist on the classic about a new girl’s struggles with a group of popular girls. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series: “Greatest Fantasy Hits II”

Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 8 p.m. For tickets see eriephil.org

SUNDAY, FEB. 25

Northern Chautauqua County Club Associates monthly meeting

Dom Polski Club, 179 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk.

Sportsman’s Show

Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino Events Center, 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd., Salamanca, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cattaraugus County’s largest sportsman’s show. For details, call Buck Nosel, 716 450-5492.

Towel bingo raffle to benefit Gowanda Chamber of Commerce

Gowanda Loyal Order of Moose #1382, 201 Aldrich St. Doors open at noon, event begins at 1 p.m. $5 admission, $1 extra board. Also 25 cent raffle, food available for purchase, Proceeds benefit the Gowanda Chamber of Commerce Christmas light project.

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.

Walter Gloor Mainstage Series presents: “Edges” by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 2 p.m. Contemporary song-cycle about young adults. Paul W. Mockovak, Director. General public $25 advance, $30 at door. Student $10 advance, $15 at door.

Guest Artist Recital: Gianluca Farina, trumpet

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 2 p.m.

Have a Heart for 4-H Green Tie Affair Dinner

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham St., Celoron. Basket raffle and bake sale at 3 p.m., dinner at 5 p.m., followed by pie auction. Tickets $25 per person prior to Feb. 16, then $30. Purchase at the 4-H office at the JCC Carnahan Center, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown.

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series: “Greatest Fantasy Hits II”

Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 3 p.m. For tickets see eriephil.org

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Taize prayer service

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Focusing on song, silence, and Scripture lasts about 40 minutes. Attendees are asked to arrive a few minutes early. Appropriate for Christians of any denomination. All are most welcome.Takes place every Sunday during Lent.

MONDAY, FEB. 26

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Avoid Fraud-Money Mentor 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 3 p.m. Presenter: Jennifer Jones of the local M & T Bank. Learn about current financial frauds and how to avoid them. Register at 716 934-3468.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Ukulele classes with Helen Smit

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 to 5 p.m. Five-week course. Call 716 672-8051 to register. Instructor will provide everything needed, or participants can bring their own ukuleles.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: online book club

15 Main St, 7:30 p.m. This month’s selection: “THe Devil’s Element” by Dan Egan. Contact the library at 716 962-5885 to reserve a book and make arrangements.

Faculty Recital: Christopher Hotaling, tuba and euphonium

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

TUESDAY, FEB. 27

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

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

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Maker Camp for elementary-aged students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. Activities include LEGO, STEAM, computer games, Makey Makey, Circuits and a variety of other activities.

Friendship Baptist Church Kitchen Committee chili and soup Tuesdays

18 E. Second St., Dunkirk, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Doors open at 3:45. Chili, hearty beef vegetable, chicken noodle, Moroccan lentil, Jambalaya, Poblano corn chowder, many more. Part of Black History Month.

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.

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.