SATURDAY, APRIL 6

Eclipse weekend events at Mazza/Five & 20, Brocton American Legion Post 434, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park, Chautauqua Lake KOA, 6 Baers Toy and Gift Shoppe, Splash in Bemus Point, YMCA Camp Onyahsa, Lily Dale Assembly, Lake Erie Wine Country, Alpacaville, and more.

Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees breakfast

Demetri’s Restaurant, Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees invited to attend.

Lakeshore Flea Market

VFW Memorial Post, 2556 Route 20, Sheridan, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. New and vintage items. Chance for two VFW free fish dinners. 50/50. Saturday breakfast of danish, breakfast sandwiches on homemade biscuits or lunch of homemade soup of the week, pizza and wings can be purchased. Full service bar available.

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.

Stockton Seymour and Cassadaga Branch Libraries present double-feature park display

Cassadaga Village Green (corner of Route 60), 10:30 a.m. brief ceremony presenting “Cassadaga Songbirds” created by RTPI-sponsored artist Katelyn Davis. Stockton Park, at the traffic light, 11:30 a.m. brief ceremony will highlight Ms. Davis’s “Stockton Raptors,” followed by a light reception.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Creature Feature

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members and children 3 to 15, 2 and under free. Meet some of ACNC’s reptiles and amphibians in this live animal program. Register by calling 716 569-2345.

Cassadaga Branch Library presents: Eclipse storytime

18 Maple St., 11 a.m. for young children. “A Few Beautiful Minutes” by Kate Allen Fox will be read. Eclipse-appropriate snacks will be served. Eclipse glasses will be available.

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.

Art and Architecture on Screen: Titian: The Empire of Color

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Adults $15, students $10. The story of the artist who symbolized the entire Renaissance.

Princess Tea Party

Northwest Arena, 219 W. Third St., Jamestown, 2 to 6 p.m. Princess pass $15.38, parent of a princess $10.25, photo with a princess $3.08. Light snacking for all, tea with princesses, vendors, manicures, makeup. Prince Charming may be there. Dress code: prince and princess attire. For tickets, contact Nina at 716 720-3691.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Springtime Adventure

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 2 to 3:30 p.m. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members and children 3 to 15, 2 and under free. Family-friendly hike to look for signs of spring and to experience nature through different guided activities. Register by calling 716 569-2345.

Eclipse Weekend Movie – “Galaxy Quest”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. 25th anniversary. Features the voices of Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver and Alan Rickman. $7 per admission and $1 theater restoration fee.

Creating a Heart Vortex to Actualize the Full Potential for People and The Earth. Lily Dale Assembly, 5 Melrose Park, Assembly Hall, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. talking about the Earth Changes, the Fifth World and the importance of following your purpose in your life. Then the group will bring hearts together and send thoughts out for manifestation. Join Grandmother Spider at Lily Dale Assembly for this once-in-lifetime event! Spider is a ceremony leader, Medicine Wheel teacher, herbalist and founder of Vortex Energy Bodywork. She worked with Grandmother Twylah Nitsch for close to thirty years and spent the last forty years developing Vortex Energy techniques for healing people and the planet. For more info, 716-595-8721 or secretary@lilydaleassembly.org

Pipes and Ale Fundraiser for the 96th Highlanders Pipes and Drums

Chautauqua Suites, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 6 to 11 p.m. Ticket donation $30 at the door, $25 at www.96thhighlanders.com. Includes beer, pop, wine, snacks, Celtic music by “Step N Time” and “Catch N Release.” Basket raffles, 50/50, more. Bring pipes and drums.

Cinema Series: “Ordinary Angels”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Hillary Swank and Alan Ritchson in the story of working together to obtain a liver transplant for the widower’s daughter. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Community Theatre Project at Main Street Studio presents: “Clue”

50 W. Maiin St., 7:30 p.m. Can purchase tickets at the door or at https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts.mainstreetstudios/buy-tix

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Fredonia

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:30 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 and/or glasses that refract the light. Bringing flashlights recommended.

SUNDAY, APRIL 7

Eclipse weekend events at Mazza/Five & 20, Brocton American Legion Post 434, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park, Chautauqua Lake KOA, 6 Baers Toy and Gift Shoppe, Splash in Bemus Point, YMCA Camp Onyahsa, Lily Dale Assembly, Lake Erie Wine Country, Alpacaville, Spencer Hotel at Chautauqua, Sunset Bay, The Heron, and more.

Chautauqua County-Jamestown Airport pancake breakfast

3163 Airport Drive, 7 a.m. To celebrate the solar eclipse. Vendors, food trucks, DJ. At 10 a.m., a special dedication ceremony will honor Joseph Minarovich, a stalwart in aviation. Details TBA.

Arts and Crafts/Funfest

Lily Dale Assembly, 5 Melrose Park, inside Auditorium, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors, 50/50 raffle and $20 readings.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: First Sunday Story Time

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Children 2 to 8 with an adult. Free event. Register by calling 716 569-2345.

The Astrology of the Solar Eclipse/New Moon in Aries: New Power, New Beginning, New You!

Lily Dale Assembly, 5 Melrose Park, Assembly Hall, 1:20 to 5:30 p.m. Join Rev. Kimberly Freeis, Esq. (“The Legal Medium”) for this once-in-a-lifetime event and learn to harness the energy of this historical solar eclipse to release your own super power. $75 per person, Zoom option also available. See www.lilydaleassembly.org

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at Fredonia

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 2 p.m.

Dom Polski Club presents: “Hooman”

179 Lake Shore Drive, 4 to 7 p.m. Open to members and eligible guests.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:30 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 and/or glasses that refract the light. Bringing flashlights recommended.

MONDAY, APRIL 8

Chautauqua County-Jamestown Airport pancake breakfast

3163 Airport Drive. To celebrate the solar eclipse. Vendors, food truck, DJ. Details TBA.

Arts and Crafts/Funfest

Lily Dale Assembly, 5 Melrose Park, inside Auditorium, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors, 50/50 raffle and $20 readings.

Eclipse Fest in City of Dunkirk

Clarion Hotel Conference Center and Steelbound Brewery, 30 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free event features exclusive waterfront viewing of the eclipse on Lake Erie, limited time release of the Steelbound Eclipse black lager beer, live music including DJ Jas from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. followed by the Porcelain Bus Drivers until 7 p.m. Restaurant and outdoor grill food and drink specials, commemorative cups and t-shirt sales, free solar eclipse glasse, outdoor games, kids’ activities Jamestown Ice chainsaw ice carving demonstration at 2 p.m., City of Dunkirk 2024 event announcement press conference at 3:30 p.m. Optional VIP tickets for $50 include pavilion special access, complimentary appetizers, two drink tickets, one raffle ticket. Portion of ticket proceeds will benefit Hope Rises supporting eyeglass giveaways to youth in need in Western New York. Dress for outdoors and bring a chair. For details, call 716 366-9886.

Total Solar Eclipse

Eclipse takes place at approximately 3:17 p.m., lasts about 3 minutes and 40 seconds. Venues offering viewing opportunities and/or related activities include: SUNY Fredonia, Chautauqua Lake KOA, Liberty Vineyards, Barcelona Lighthouse State Park, Long Point State Park, Midway State Park, Sunset Bay State Marine Park, Lake Erie State Park, CIty of Dunkirk Eclipse Fest at the Clarion, Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum, 21 Brix Winery, Bemus Point Golf Club & Tap House, Chautauqua Golf Club, 6 Baers Toy and Gift Shoppe, Splash, Full Strength Coffee Company, Chautauqua County Airport, 21 Brix, Grape Discovery Center, Sunset Bay, Bemus Point Inn, Pine Junction, Peek’n Peak, Southern Tier Brewing Company, Central Station Restaurant, Green Door Tavern, Kennedy Hallquist Park, Fenton History Center, Seneca Allegany Resort and Casino east end parking lot, Liberty Vineyards, Rolling Hills Asylum,

Chautauqua Golf Club, Merritt Estate Winery, The Fish, Heron Campground and PMF Event Center in Sherman, Audubon Community Nature Center, and more.

Audubon Eclipse Watch

1600 Riverside Road, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Horse-drawn carriage rides, a food truck and live music from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Faculty Recital: Sean Duggan, piano, “A Solar Eclipse Recital”

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 6 p.m.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary Post 6390 meeting

Sheridan VFW Post, 2556 Route 20, 6:30 p.m. For details, call Sue Bigler at 716 203-7241.

United States Army Field Band Jazz Ambassadors

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. 19 piece jazz ensemble performs classic big band standards, instrumental and vocal solo features, patriotic favorites, contemporary jazz works, original arrangements, compositions by past and present members. Free admission, general public, secure tickets in advance. Call 716 673-3501 M-W-F 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., limit 4 tickets per request.