MONDAY, MARCH 18

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Cassadaga Planning Board Community Information Town Hall

Community Room, Cassadaga Fire Hall, 22 Mill St., 7 p.m. Topic: a grant opportunity with significant amount of money earmarked for transformation and renovation projects. All Cassadaga residents urged to attend, share their ideas and ask questions.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Books Unlimited Book Club

15 Main St., 7 p.m. This month’s selection: “The Front Porch Promise: and guest appearance by local author Debra Runge Meder.

TUESDAY, MARCH 19

ConnectLife Blood Drive

Hosted by Brooks-TLC Hospital System, 529 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All donors that day will get a coupon for a free pint of Perry’s ice cream. To schedule, call 726 529-4270.

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.

Youngerman Center stroke/head injury support group session

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provides educational information, opportunities to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. Free, open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Contact Julie Williams, coordinator, (716) 673-4618 or (716) 673-3203, for more information about attending.

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.

Community Forum about Brooks Memorial Hospital

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School, 336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Learn more, ask questions and get answers about delays in releasing state funds to start building the new modernized hospital. Lean more at bit.ly/buildbrooks

Sons of the American Legion Squadron 59 monthly meeting

Post 59, 156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 7 p.m. Anyone interested in joining, feel free to stop by the Post.

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.

Cinema Series: “The Boy and the Heron”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. A fantasy adventure where a boy follows a gray heron into a fantastic world shared by the living and the dead.. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Fredonia Jazz Combos

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 8 p.m.

Fredonia Student Keyboard Association presents: Piano Recital

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

Renaissance Choir

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The New American (Immigration in the early 20th century)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885. This week – Clean and Messy (no mess paint bag).

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 41 E. Main St., Brocton. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 p.m. All are welcome to visit with new friends and get help losing weight. For details, contact Kathy at 716 792-4226.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Homeschool Hour Makey Makey STEM Adventure 15 Main St., 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. To register, call 716 962 5885.This week: What is Conductive? And Draw an Instrument.

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.

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Soup and Scripture series

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish meeting room, Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Homemade soup at 6:30, scripture begins at 7 p.m. and lasts about an hour. Leader: Deacon Michael Lemieux. An $8 book can be purchased at the first session. The series runs for six consecutive Wednesdays beginning Feb. 21. Call 716 366-2306 to register.

Fredonia Community Choir Spring concert

Silver Creek Auditorium, 1 Dickinson St., 7 p.m. Directed by Philip McMullen. They will be joined by the High School Choir singing Ola Gjeilo’s “Sunrise Mass.” No charge, but a free will offering opportunity exists.

Gowanda Middle School presents: “Guys and Dolls Jr.”

District auditorium, Prospect Street, 7 p.m. Open to the public. Tickets $5 at the door or pre-purchase reserved at ShowTix4U with a small convenience fee.

Movies at the Reg: “Zone of Interest”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. The commandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Hess and his wife try to build a dream life for their family in a home and garden next to the camp . $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Fredonia Visiting Violin Series: Mark Fewer, violin

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 21

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The New American (Immigration in the early 20th century)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

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.

Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts,116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Appetizers, a cash bar and a brief program to allow attendees to know who’s in the room. Bring business cards for networking. Chamber members invited to bring two guests on charge. Any additional guests and non-members pay $10 each. Registration appreciated, see www.chqchamber.org.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Opening reception for art exhibit “Something About Birds” by Jackie Damore

7 Day St., Fredonia, 5 to 7 p.m. Former Fredonia resident Jackie Damore’s solo exhibit features her oil paintings of birds and the landscapes they inhabit.

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.

Chautauqua Health Board meeting

HRC Building, Fourth Floor Conference Room, 7 N. Erie St., Mayville, 6 p.m. For details, call 716 753-4082.

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.

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly general membership meeting

Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716 672-1991 for information.

Gowanda Middle School presents: “Guys and Dolls Jr.”

District auditorium, Prospect Street, 7 p.m. Open to the public. Tickets $5 at the door or pre-purchase reserved at ShowTix4U with a small convenience fee.

Fredonia Guitar Studio Theme Concert

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

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, MARCH 22

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to noon. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

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.

Visiting Artist Lecture by Laylah Ali

SUNY Fredonia, McEwen Hall, room 209, 4 p.m. The artist will discuss her drawings which are featured in the exhibit “Is Anything the Matter: Drawings by Laylah Ali,” on display at the college’s Marion Art Gallery in the Rockefeller Arts Gallery.

Holy Trinity presents: Stations of the Cross: A Live Contemporary Interpretation in music and candlelight

1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Includes reflections relevant to challenges of today, with live music by Holy Trinity’s own musicians and vocalists performing works of artists such as Billy Joel, Bryan Adams, Eric Clapton and Josh Groban.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

1891 Fredonia Opera House presents: comedian Tammy Pescatelli

9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Pescatelli has starred in her own televised comedy specials, is a veteran of comedy showcases, is a regular on USO Comedy tours and has a number of film credits. Adults: $25, students: $10.

Fredonia Community Choir presents: “Sunrise Mass” by Ola Gjjeillo

Main Street Studios, 50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. The Fredonia Community Choir Will perform additional works including one featuring baritone Daniel Ihasz. Free admission, donations accepted.

Walter Gloor Mainstage Series presents: Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theater, 7:30 p.m. A variety of dance styles featured by Fredonia’s Dance majors performing works choreographed by Dance faculty and guest artists. Paula J. Peters, Director. Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; students $5 advance, $10 door. Features the work of two BFA Dance alumni: Anna Fitzpatrick and Charles Fuller.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8 to 10 p.m. Take a self-guided walk along a half-mile luminary-lit trail of forests and ponds glowing with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more. Admission fee. Suggest bringing cash for optional purchase of small LED lights and/or glasses that refract the light. Bringing flashlights recommended.

Fredonia Jazz Flex-tet with James Burton III, trombone

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

Blessed Mary Angela Holy Name Society annual flea market

Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk, 8 a.m. to noon.

New York State Maple Weekend

Various farm locations.

Festivals Fredonia Easter Festival

Fredonia First United Methodist Church, 25 Church St., 9 a.m. to noon, breakfast features pancakes, eggs, sausage, drinks. Adults $7, ages 4 to 12 $5, 3 and under free. Pictures with Peter Cottontail. Craft vendors in the basement of Family Church Fredonia, 19 Church St. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Easter egg hunt in Barker Common West at 12:30 p.m.

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.

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: Gounod’s “Romeo et Juliette”

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

Walter Gloor Mainstage Series presents: Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theater, 2 p.m. A variety of dance styles featured by Fredonia’s Dance majors performing works choreographed by Dance faculty and guest artists. Paula J. Peters, Director. Reserved seating. General public Features the work of two BFA Dance alumni: Anna Fitzpatrick and Charles Fuller.

$20 advance, $25 door; students $5 advance, $10 door. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.

Our Lord’s Vineyard Holy Name and Fatima Society bake sale and roast beef dinner

St. Hyacinth’s Lyceum, 15 N. Pangolin St., Dunkirk, after the 4 p.m. St. Hyacinth’s Mass. Serving 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Two roast beef sandwiches, potato salad, baked beans. Take out or dine in.

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The Music of Donald Bohlen “90th Birthday Celebration”

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 4:30 p.m. The retrospective concert encapsulates the musical career of the SUNY Fredonia School of Music Professor Emeritus, who has composed choral work, chamber music selections, compositions for solo piano, opera and music for film. Free event, public is welcome.

Cattaraugus County Hall of Fame banquet

Gowanda Moose Lodge 1382, 201 Aldrich St., 5 p.m. Reserve tickets before March 15, call Mark Benton at 716 770-8809.,

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Cinema Series: “Perfect Days”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Janitor Hirayama enjoys music on cassette tapes, books and taking pictures of trees. Through unexpected encounters, he reflects on beauty in the world. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Erie Philharmonic Symphonic Series: “Pictures at an Exhibition”

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

Fredonia College Symphony

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

Movies at the Reg: “Bob Marley: One Love”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 8 p.m. Celebrates the music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8 to 10 p.m. Take a self-guided walk along a half-mile luminary-lit trail of forests and ponds glowing with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more. Admission fee. Suggest bringing cash for optional purchase of small LED lights and/or glasses that refract the light. Bringing flashlights recommended.

SUNDAY, MARCH 24

New York State Maple Weekend

Various farm locations.

Jamestown Coin Club Show

Herman Kent Post 777 (Celoron Legion), 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Coin dealers from western New York and northwest Pennsylvania will be buying, selling and offering free appraisals. For details, call 716 720-1591.

Northern Chautauqua County Club Associates meeting

Kosciuszko Polish Home, 252 Nevins St., Dunkirk, 10:30 a.m. Guest speaker: Dunkirk Historian Diane Andrasik.Any club member is invited to attend.

St. Rose of Lima spaghetti dinner

11 Center St., Forestville, 11:30 a.m. to sold out. Dinner includes homemade sauce and meatballs, spaghetti, salad and dessert for $12. 550/50 raffle. Option of dine in or take-out.

Sinclairville Volunteer Fire Co. chicken barbecue

Firehall, 30 Main St., noon until sold out. 250 dinners available, also chicken halves. Meals consist of half chicken, scalloped potatoes, roll and butter, applesauce and a cookie. Price is $15. Halves $8. Dine in or take out.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser

YWCA Jamestown, 401 N. Main St., Jamestown, check in at 4 p.m., 5 p.m. walk begins, 6 p.m. light meal served, 7 p.m. event ends. 2km or 5km routes. All participants must register online. This friendly walk is in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness.

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, MARCH 25

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Online book club

15 Main St.,7:30 p.m. Call 716 962-5885 for the Zoom link. This month’s selection: “Someone Else’s Shoes” by JoJo Moyes.

Fredonia Woodwind Chamber Ensembles

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

TUESDAY, MARCH 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.

Mobile food pantry event

Village Municipal Building parking lot, 11 a.m. Sponsored by Feedmore of WNY, the Silver Creek Food Pantry and the Village of Silver Creek. Items are available to all in need, without income restrictions.

Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: Food Preservation – “Scavenger Hunt”

Via Zoom or in person at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua at JCC, Carnahan Center, 241 James St., Jamestown,or CCE of Cattaraugus, 28 Parkside Drive, Ellicottville, noon to 12:30 p.m. Pre-register required,, call 716 664-9502, ext. 224.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

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.

Villenova Burial Association spring meeting

Villenova Town Hall, 1094 Butcher Road, South Dayton, 6:30 p.m. Lot owners and descendants of lot owners are asked to attend.

Sons of the American Legion monthly meeting

Post 59, 156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 7 p.m. Anyone interested in joining is invited.

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.

Cinema Series: “Perfect Days”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Janitor Hirayama enjoys music on cassette tapes, books and taking pictures of trees. Through unexpected encounters, he reflects on beauty in the world. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Fredonia Brass Chamber Ensembles and Brass Choir

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27

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.

First United Presbyterian Church Lenten Recital

19 W. Fourth St., Dunkirk, church sanctuary, noon. Features Dr. JiHyun’s organ students. Free musical program designed to provide members of the church community and the general public with an opportunity for a period of peaceful reflection and contemplation during the hour at midweek during the Lenten season.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885. This week: Letter Day: C (C is for Cat).

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 35 E. Main St., Brocton. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 p.m. All are welcome to visit with new friends and get help losing weight. For details, contact Kathy at 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.

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Soup and Scripture series

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish meeting room, Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Homemade soup at 6:30, scripture begins at 7 p.m. and lasts about an hour. Leader: Deacon Michael Lemieux. An $8 book can be purchased at the first session. The series runs for six consecutive Wednesdays beginning Feb. 21. Call 716 366-2306 to register.

Movies at the Reg: “Drive-Away Dolls”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m .A comedy caper about two girls who take and impromptu trip to Tallahassee and encounter inept criminals. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Fredonia Student Composers

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

Rural Minds Resilience Program: Rural mental health discussion

Fredonia Grange Hall, 58 W. Main St., 8 p.m. Speaker: Jeff Winton. Open to the public.

THURSDAY, MARCH 28

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.

League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County panel discussion: “An Overview of Homelessness in Chautauqua County”

Room S204-DE, Williams Center, SUNY Fredonia, 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Speakers: Amanda Straight, Deputy Director of Housing and Development at Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc. and Carmelo Hernandez, LMSW and MSOL, Director of Community Mental Hygiene Services for Chautauqua County. Public welcome Attendees may bring their lunch. Light refreshments provided. Representatives from Chautauqua County Rural Ministry, Joy Fellowship of Jamestown and the college’s student food pantry will also be present to share information and will gratefully accept donations. Attendees are asked to bring a donation of non/perishable food, new/unused personal care items, blankets or socks, etc.

Ekstasis 2.0 Young Artists Concert

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 5:30 p.m. Ekstasis Duo’s Eliran Avni and Natasha Farney present a recital featuring selections from both solo and chamber repertoire performed by the next generation of classical musicians. Free admission, donations gratefully accepted.

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.

Western New York Chamber Orchestra presents: Classics III: Progressive Musicians Concerto Winners

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. General public $20, students $5.

“Clue,” the Stage Play

Main Street Studios, 50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m.Tickets $15; $10 students/seniors.Purchase tickets at mainstreetstudioss.seatyourself.biz

Faculty Recital: Ann Rose, piano and Jiri Pazour, piano

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

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, MARCH 29

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.

Fredonia Ukulele Jam Session

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, G138, Blue Lounge, 6 to 8 p.m. All skill levels welcome. Beginners and brush-up session at the beginning. Karaoke-style session – chord diagrams with a pointer will be projected. Ukuleles available to borrow. All tunes performed with a backing track. Singers welcome also. Free event.

“Clue,” the Stage Play

Main Street Studios, 50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m.Tickets $15; $10 students/seniors. Purchase tickets at mainstreetstudioss.seatyourself.biz

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:15 to 10 p.m. Take a self-guided walk along a half-mile luminary-lit trail of forests and ponds glowing with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more. Admission fee. Suggest bringing cash for optional purchase of small LED lights and/or glasses that refract the light. Bringing flashlights recommended.

SATURDAY, MARCH 30

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.

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.

“Clue,” the Stage Play

Main Street Studios, 50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m.Tickets $15; $10 students/seniors. Another performance at 7:30 p.m. Purchase tickets at mainstreetstudioss.seatyourself.biz

St. John’s United Church of Christ hosts music event featuring renowned Czech pianist Jin Pazour

733 Eagle St., Dunkirk, 3 p.m. This recital will follow sessions that Jin Pazour, renowned Czech pianist, composer, improviser, and teacher and Ann Rose, organist/pianist at St. John’s UCC; music teacher at Sinclairville Elementary School; and a faculty member in the SUNY Fredonia School of Music will present at SUNY Fredonia’s School of Music. They will perform a duo recital, “Bridge Across the Ocean,” featuring improvised pieces for two pianos based on the music of Czech and American composers. The recital is free, but there will be an opportunity for freewill donations.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:15 to 10 p.m. Take a self-guided walk along a half-mile luminary-lit trail of forests and ponds glowing with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more. Admission fee. Suggest bringing cash for optional purchase of small LED lights and/or glasses that refract the light. Bringing flashlights recommended.

SUNDAY, MARCH 31 – Happy Easter!

MONDAY, APRIL 1

Town of Hanover Democratic Club Dyngus Day dinner

Firemen’s Club on the Lake, 23 Jackson St., Silver Creek, 5 p.m. $15. Hometown Barbie’s pierogies, Polish sausage, mashed potatoes, sauerkraut, salad and desserts. Cash bar available. Call Mary Fran 716 560-2000.

TUESDAY, APRIL 2

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.

Youngerman Center stroke/head injury support group session

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provides educational information, opportunities to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. Free, open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Contact Julie Williams, coordinator, (716) 673-4618 or (716) 673-3203, for more information about attending.

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.

Faculty Recital: Fredonia Clarinet Faculty

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