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FRIDAY, MAY 24

Inspire Good of WNY community-wide yard and garage sales

Village of Mayville, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration fee of $10 includes 2 shopping maps. Maps for shoppers can be purchased for $2 each at the Mayberry Jungle, 36 S. Erie St. Proceeds benefit the local community through community events, scholarships and more.

Gowanda community yard sale – craft, vendor and flea market

Gowanda Moose Lodge 1382 parking lot, 201 Aldrich St., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For details, call 716 574-6944.

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.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History Guided Gallery Walk 311 Curtis St. Jamestown, 2 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 716 665-2473. Limit 15 people. Must be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum admission.

Bluegrass Country Fest for Shriner’s Children’s Hospital of Erie

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds,1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 5 p.m. continues through Saturday. Camping available. Music by Paul Zittle and Pure Country, Pat Cook – Patsy Cline Tribute, Smith Brothers Country Band, The Lanphere Brothers. Money raffle, Chinese auction, food and beverages, 50/50, more. Bring lawn chairs.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. Presenting Living Room Jam Band.

Evening Wildflower Walk

Lake Erie State Park, 5838 Route 5, Brocton, 7 to 8 p.m. Learn about ferns, flowers and trees along a guided walk with a park educator. Meet at the recreation hall.

SATURDAY, MAY 25

Dunkirk Flea Market

Corner of Washington Avenue and Lake Shore Drive E., across from the Clarion Hotel, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weather permitting. All types of vendors. For details, call 716 680-0958.

Bluegrass Country Fest for Shriner’s Children’s Hospital of Erie

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds,1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk,. Camping available. Music by Holly Abers, Scroggin, Pete Boberg and Friends, The Lanphere Brothers, The New Smith Brothers, Old Dawg Bluegrass, Davis and Eng. Cash raffle, Chinese auctions. Food and beverages. Money raffle, Chinese auction, food and beverages, 50/50, more. Bring lawn chairs.

Gowanda community yard sale – craft, vendor and flea market

Gowanda Moose Lodge 1382 parking lot, 201 Aldrich St., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For details, call 716 574-6944.

Inspire Good of WNY community-wide yard and garage sales

Village of Mayville, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration fee of $10 includes 2 shopping maps. Maps for shoppers can be purchased for $2 each at the Mayberry Jungle, 36 S. Erie St. Proceeds benefit the local community through community events, scholarships and more.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, downtown Fredonia at Barker Common, 9 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.

Nola’s Angel’s and Horse Rescue Day Camp

44 South St., Panama, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafts, games, horse education including grooming, leading, riding and more. For ages 5 and up, 10 spaces available. $100 for May 25 and 26, $65 for one day. Non-refundable $25 deposit. Pack a lunch. Snacks and drinks provided.

Amish Relief Auction

Farm of Menno Yoder, 5738 Stoddard Road, Conewango Valley, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Auction of Amish-made furniture, handmade items, animals, outdoor items, farm equipment, gift certificates and more. Proceeds go toward children and other needy families, doctors’ and hospital bills owed by the Conewango Valley community.

Chautauqua Lake Partnership meeting

Village Casino, Lakeside Drive, 9:30 a.m.

Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art Trail

Visit a variety of art hubs and studios from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maps and details available on Facebook. Artists include Tom Janik, Thomas Annear, Ronnie Lafferty, Terry Lair, Seri Beeson, Wally Latimer, Sarah Brown-Millspaw, Tony and June Burns, Janet Mandel, Jackie Damore, Marcia Merrins, Melissa Meyers, Audrey Kay Dowling, Sandra J. Ebling-Maggio, Cynthia Norton, Ellen Paquette, Nancy Nixon Ensign, Debbie Penley, Jim and Pat Reno, Susan Forrester-Mackay, Susan Simmons, Tim A. Sivertsen, Patrick Stokes, Karen Glosser, Karen Taverna, H.C. Videll, Joseph Grice, Denise Williams, Susan Gutierrez, Peter Hamilton, Carrie Sheffield.

Sheridan Historical Society open house

Route 20 and Center Road, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. View historical displays, local artifacts. Members on hand to answer questions.

Salameander at Audubon

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Search for salamanders on the property and learn more about them. Adults $8, Nature Center members $6, children 8 to 15 $6. Reservations appreciated at 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.

Chautauqua Township Historical Society open house

Mayville Depot Museum, 16 Water St., 1 to 5 p.m. A new video system will be unveiled, featuring 18 short videos shown during the event. Also local politicians, door prizes, modest refreshments, showing of other museum holdings.

Gowanda Historic Hollywood Theater presents: Silent Movie Day

39 W. Main St., Gowanda, 2 p.m. A tribute to Man’s Best Friend. Features the films “Clash of the Wolves” with Rin Tin Tin (1925) and “A Dog’s Life” with Charlie Chaplin. Music by renowned organist Dennis James. $6. See the Facebook page for details about the “My Dog is the Best Dog in the World” contest.

Introduction to Disc Golf

Lake Erie State Park, 5838 Route 5, Brocton, 3 to 4 p.m Learn the basics and experience different methods of throwing the disc into a portable3 basket. Meet at the recreation hall.

Amphibians and Reptiles

Lake Erie State Park, 5838 Route 5, Brocton, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Take a hike to the pond to look for amphibians and reptiles. Meet at the recreation hall.

Dom Polski Club meat raffle

179 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 5 p.m. Members and eligible guests.

Music at Lake Erie State Park – Creek Bend

Lake Erie State Park, 5838 Route 5, Brocton, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Bluegrass and Americana music with good old country humor.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. Presenting: Ion Sky.

Live Music with Twisted Lid at Westfield/Lake Erie KOA

8001 Route 5, Westfield, 7 p.m. Live music performance by the group of 5 Erie area musicians covering 5 decades of music of a wide range of styles and artists. Bring a cooler and a lawn chair.

SUNDAY, MAY 26

Nola’s Angel’s and Horse Rescue Day Camp

44 South St., Panama, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafts, games, horse education including grooming, leading, riding and more. For ages 5 and up, 10 spaces available. $100 for May 25 and 26, $65 for one day. Non-refundable $25 deposit. Pack a lunch. Snacks and drinks provided.

Inspire Good of WNY community-wide yard and garage sales

Village of Mayville, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration fee of $10 includes 2 shopping maps. Maps for shoppers can be purchased for $2 each at the Mayberry Jungle, 36 S. Erie St. Proceeds benefit the local community through community events, scholarships and more.

Chautauqua-Lake Erie Art Trail

Visit a variety of art hubs and studios from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Maps and details available on Facebook. Artists include Tom Janik, Thomas Annear, Ronnie Lafferty, Terry Lair, Seri Beeson, Wally Latimer, Sarah Brown-Millspaw, Tony and June Burns, Janet Mandel, Jackie Damore, Marcia Merrins, Melissa Meyers, Audrey Kay Dowling, Sandra J. Ebling-Maggio, Cynthia Norton, Ellen Paquette, Nancy Nixon Ensign, Debbie Penley, Jim and Pat Reno, Susan Forrester-Mackay, Susan Simmons, Tim A. Sivertsen, Patrick Stokes, Karen Glosser, Karen Taverna, H.C. Videll, Joseph Grice, Denise Williams, Susan Gutierrez, Peter Hamilton, Carrie Sheffield.

Silver Creek Fireman’s Club cruise-in

SIlver Creek Fireman’s Association, 23 Jackson St., noon to 5 p.m. All makes/models, cruise-in food, 50/50, music. Sponsored by Lake Shore Street Rod Association. For details, call 716 673-5172.

Jamestown Area Community Orchestra spring concert

First Covenant Church, 520 Spring St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. Directed by John Cross. Free will offerings gratefully accepted.

Chautauqua Lake public meeting

Lawson Center, 73 Lakeside Drive, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Speaker: Jim Wehrfritz.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. Presenting Furious George.

MONDAY, MAY 27 MEMORIAL DAY

Dunkirk Historical Lighthouse and Veterans Park Memorial Day service

1 Point Drive N., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m.Co-sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.

Busti Memorial Day parade

Begins at the Tap House, Busti-Sugar Grove Road, 9 a.m. For those interested in marching, former servicemen and women and those serving now should meet at the site before 9 a.m. Music by the Southwestern Central School Band. Service with Pastor Ed Moore and Pastor Roy Ferguson at the Gazebo between the firehall and cemetery. Free public breakfast by the Fure Dept. and Ladies Auxiliary after the service.

Leon Memorial Day parade

9 a.m., followed by the Military Honor roll saluting and honoring Leon’s service men and women at the gazebo. Stop at the church to see photos of the servicemen and women.

Bemus Point Memorial Day parade

See www.visitbemuspoint.com for details.

Findley Lake Memorial Day parade and service

9:30 a.m. parade, followed by special program at the Litz Family Memorial Gazebo in downtown.

Jamestown Memorial Day parade

Parade begins at 10 a.m., Blue Star Mothers will oversee the Memorial service at the Lakeview Cemetery.

Dunkirk Memorial Day service and parade

Service at Memorial Park, Lake Shore Drive West, Dunkirk at 10 a.m., conducted by Dunkirk Joint Veterans Council, coordinated by Jack Sievert, with John D’Agostino as Master of Ceremonies. Parade at 11 a.m. proceeds east on Lake Shore Drive West to Central Avenue, right on Central Avenue, south to Fifth Street, then turns east and disbands at Washington Park.

Forestville Memorial Day parade

Downtown Forestville, 10 a.m. Parade ends with services at the American Legion grounds, 6 Cedar St. Speaker: Marine Corps Lt. Ryan Deas. Doug Allen will perform patriotic songs. 21 gun salute. Hot dogs, refreshment by Forestville Food Pantry.

Audubon free admission for Memorial Day Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more info 716-569-2345

Cassadaga Memorial Day parade

11 a.m.

Sheridan Fire Dept. drive-through Weidner’s chicken barbecue

2800 Route 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or sold out. $15 donation. Options 50/50 raffle for $5.

American Legion Post 62 annual Memorial Day chicken barbecue and Auxiliary basket raffle

211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, noon. Proceeds benefit local Veterans and Legion programs.

Chautauqua Lake public meeting

Bemus Point Golf Club and Tap House, 72 Main St., 12 to 1:30 p.m. Speaker: Jim Wehrfritz.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 3 to 6 p.m. Presenting: The Smith Bros (Pete and Bill) featuring Will Schrantz.

TUESDAY, MAY 28

ConnectLife blood drive

Dunkirk High School, Sixth St., 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. All donors will get 2 tickets to a Buffalo Bisons game (excluding special promotion games). Make an appointment by calling 716 529-4270.

Historical Lafayette Trail marker unveiling

Dunkirk dock at the end of Central Avenue, 10 a.m. Speakers Mayor Kate Wdowiasz and City Historian Diane Andrasik.

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

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

Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: Food Preservation – “Youth Development and Social/Home Teaching Gardens”

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.

SOAR Chapter 4-1 meeting

USW Local 2693 Union Hall, Fourth St., Dunkirk, noon. Lunch follows. For details, call Jim Bickhart at 716 366-1485.

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.

Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280 Cruise Night

228 Maple Ave., 6 to 9 p.m. Classic cars, food, music.

Fiber Arts meetup

Unitarian Universalist Church of Northern Chautauqua, 222 Temple Road, Fredonia, 6 to 8 p.m. Hosted by Jessica Lustig and Barb Albert. Join for help or company with sewing repairs, work on a quilt square for a quilt for donation, crochet, knit or weave. All welcome – all ages, affiliations and abilities. Free will donations accepted.

Sons of the American Legion annual meeting, election of officers

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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29

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.

RTPI Bird Walks

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Lodge, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. Meet by main entrance, free event. Registration encouraged. Call 716 665-2473. Field guides, binoculars helpful. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Leader: Craig D. Thompson.

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.

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.

Dayton Planning Board meeting

Dayton Town Hall, 9100 Route 62, 6 p.m. Topic: a new Solar Energy System Law. Other business may also be conducted.

Healing Mass

The Lord’s Vineyard Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Main celebrant: Rev. Richard DeGuilio. Public invited.

Movies at the Reg: “The Long Game”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 5 young Mexican-American caddies in 1957 are disallowed from playing the courses where they caddy, so build their own golf course in the south Texas desert and ultimately won the state championship. Tickets $7 and $1 restoration fee.

THURSDAY, MAY 30

“Develop The Leader Within You” Leadership Workshop

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 8 to 11:30 a.m. Breakfast at 8, program begins at 8:30. Sponsored by Northern Chautauqua Young Professionals. Open to professionals of all ages. Registration fee $5. Register at https://qrco.de/NCYPWorkshop

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.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School Spring concert

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 5:30 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.

Town of Sheridan solar project meeting

Sheridan Community Center, public welcome to the discussion.

Danza Performing Arts Academy presents: “Out of this World”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7 p.m. Tickets: $15, purchase at the Campus Box Office.

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, MAY 31

Walleye Festival Big Fish Friday

Teams leave from whatever harbor they wish, but must return to Dunkirk by boat with cooler drop-off by 3:30 p.m. and the weigh-in show at 5 p.m. “1980 Something” will provide eighties musical entertainment 7 to 10 p.m. Food, crafts and fishing gear vendors. Register by calling 716 490-4226.

Bake sale to benefit “Live Like Luca,” the Luca S. Callani Foundation

59 Hamlet St., Fredonia, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Brocton – Portland Arch and Seller Days

8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Community-wide.

Embrace Fredonia Attic & Seller Days

Village-wide, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Maps available for $2 at the Visitors Booth in Barker Common. Cost to register individual sales: $10. Can go to the Village Clerk’s office for a form and to pay.

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.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History Guided Gallery Walk 311 Curtis St. Jamestown, 2 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 716 665-2473. Limit 15 people. Must be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum admission.

Pine Valley Jr./Sr. High School Advanced Placement Art Exhibition

Trillium Lodge, 6830 Main St., Cherry Creek, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Featured artists and AP 2D Art & Design students Arryana Bardo, Jimmy Gleason, Jack Sheldon, Tyler Smith and Muriel Zollinger will have 2 to 3 pieces on display The public can see a personalized binder with all of their other work with descriptions about their portfolio. The artists will be present to answer questions.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Kody & Herren 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Full access to the museum and exhibits, complimentary drink from the Southern Tier Brewing Company or the RTPI bar, light bites by Elegant Edibles Catering, live music. Members: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Non-members: $18 in advance, $20 at the door. Call 716 665-2473 to reserve.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Jam session with Rico Garfalo

15 Main St., 6 p.m. Bring voice and/or instruments. Audience welcome. Electric keyboard and acoustic guitar available for use during jam session.

Danza Performing Arts Academy presents: “Out of this World”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7 p.m. Tickets: $15, purchase at the Campus Box Office.

Gowanda Historic Hollywood Theater presents: “Unbillievable!” the movie

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Adults $17, seniors and kids $12. Wear your gear to show your spirit!

Spider program

Lake Erie State Park, 5838 Route 5, Brocton, 7 to 8 p.m. Learn what spiders are, what they do, why they should be respected, not hated and feared. Meet at the recreation hall.

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

Walleye Festival main event

Boat checks at 5:30 a.m.followed by shotgun start at 7 a.m. Public invited to watch the take-off from the Dunkirk pier. Cooler drop-off by 3:30 p.m. and the weigh-in show at 5 p.m. “The West of the Mark – The Prime Project” will provide live 90’s country music 7 to 10 p.m. Food, crafts and fishing gear vendors. Register by calling 716 490-4226.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Corner of Washington Avenue and Lake Shore Drive E., across from the Clarion Hotel, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weather permitting. All types of vendors. For details, call 716 680-0958.

Bake sale to benefit “Live Like Luca,” the Luca S. Callani Foundation

59 Hamlet St., Fredonia, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Brocton – Portland Arch and Seller Days

8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Community-wide.

Ryckman Park Yardsale and can drive

Ryckman Park, Brocton, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also local kids are planning a bake sale,lemonade, iced tea and small craft sale All monies collected and donated toward the Ryckman Park Revitalization.

1891 Fredonia Opera House fundraiser – “Bach & Brats, Bake sale & Basket Raffle”

West Barker Common W., 9 a.m. for baked goods and basket auction tickets. From 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. or sold out, lunches by Hector and Michelle Alverio consisting of grilled bratwurst with sauerkraut, German potato salad and vegetable. $14 presale (call 716 679-1891) or $15 day of the event.

Embrace Fredonia Attic & Seller Days

Village-wide, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Maps available for $2 at the Visitors Booth in Barker Common

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, downtown Fredonia at Barker Common, 9 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.

Westfield Farmers and Artisans Market

Moore Park, E. Main Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vegetables, eggs, meats, natural foods, artisan crafts, more.

Fredonia Presbyterian Church annual yard sale

219 Central Ave., 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. All proceeds donated to local organizations and agencies to support the folks of western New York.

Silver Creek Children’s Fair

Ballpark behind the library, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Make a bookmark, dance in the bubbles from the bubble machine and learn about the summer reading program “Adventure Begins at Your Library!”

Fenton History Center’s Historic Riverwalk Tour

Meet in front of the National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, at 10:30 a.m. for this walking tour. Cost: $8 members; $12 non-members. Leader: Andrew Kolstee. Register at www.FentonhistoryCenter.org/historictours. Only 20 spots per tour.

Dog Ruck Walk for Veteran Suicide Prevention

Bergman Park, 487 Baker St., Ext., Jamestown, 11 a.m. Dog treats available. Dogs must be kept on leashes. Event is sponsored by Joseph P Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project.

Black Bears

Lake Erie State Park, 5838 Route 5, Brocton, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Learn where they live, what they eat, how they survive the winter and how humans impact them. Meet at the recreation hall.

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.

Service of Remembrance and Memorial Butterfly Release hybrid event

Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care Lakewood office, 20 W. Fairmount, Jamestown, 1 p.m. or livestreamed from a link on the website chpc.care/butterfly. Purchase butterflies in memory of a loved one for $10 each.

Bobcats and Fishers

Lake Erie State Park, 5838 Route 5, Brocton, 1 to 2 p.m Learn about the predator/prey relationship and how the bobcats and fishers have adapted to become perfect and silent hunters. Meet at the recreation hall.

Pedal Party

Taqueria Mexicana Restaurant, 296 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, begins at 1 p.m. Hosted by The Resource Center and Slow Roll Buffalo, inclusive group bicycle ride suitable for people of all abilities. Begins and ends at Taqueria Mexicana. Free event. Details at 716 483-2344.

Gowanda Historic Hollywood Theater presents: “Unbillievable!” the movie

39 W. Main St., 5 p.m. Adults $17, seniors and kids $12. Wear your gear to show your spirit!

Danza Performing Arts Academy presents: “Out of this World”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7 p.m. Tickets: $15, purchase at the Campus Box Office.

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

Brocton – Portland Arch and Seller Days

8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Community-wide.

Embrace Fredonia Attic & Seller Days

Village-wide, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Maps available for $2 at the Visitors Booth in Barker Common.

Embrace Fredonia planting day

Meet at the Visitor’s Booth in Barker Common at 9 a.m. to plant flowers around the trees on Main Street and in various locations throughout Downtown Fredonia.

Chautauqua County Chautauqua Lake symposium

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 9 a.m. Can submit questions via note cards. Light refreshments, vendor booths.

Walleye Festival kids’ fishing clinic

Dunkirk waterfront, 10 a.m. Conducted by pro angler and National Walleye Tour Championship finalist Craig Sleeman.

Cassadaga Farmers’ Market

Ames Common, Route 60 and Maple Avenue, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Select vendors of fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts and more.

First Sunday Storytime at Audubon

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 p.m. Free for children and adults. Reservations recommended. Call 716 569-2345. Can stay to explore the indoor Nature Play area, live animals and exhibits.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

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 Steam Station summer picnic

Point Gratiot, Dunkirk, large pavilion, noon.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

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.

American Legion Post 59 Auxiliary meeting

156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 6:30 p.m. Installation of new officers. Potluck dinner meeting, bring a dish to pass.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

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.

RTPI Bird Walks

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Lodge, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. Meet by main entrance, free event. Registration encouraged. Call 716 665-2473. Field guides, binoculars helpful. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Leader: Craig D. Thompson.

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.

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.

Celoron Rib-Fest

Lucille Ball Memorial Park, 47 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 3 to 10 p.m. For details, call 716 487-4175. Food, drinks, kids’ zone, craft vendors, music.

Southern Tier Triathlon Club Triathlon

Cassadaga Beach, 5:45 p.m. (Wilson Endurance Sports)

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.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62 monthly meeting

211 Central Ave., 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

Hope and Healing Conference

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets $25 per person, includes lunch. Addresses the complex needs in mental health and chemical dependency. Hope talks, a range of sessions, keynote speakers Laura Stack, Carlton Hall and Gwendolyn A. Bork. Open to the media, healthcare professionals, educators, policymakers and community at large. See the website HopeandHealingConference.com

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.

Celoron Rib-Fest

Lucille Ball Memorial Park, 47 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 3 to 10 p.m. For details, call 716 487-4175. Food, drinks, kids’ zone, craft vendors, music by Backlog from 6 to 9 p.m..

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.

Chautauqua County 4-H STEM and Master Gardeners presents: Growing Your Food Series

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free class, youth and adults welcome. Topic: Composting 101. Call 716 665-9502 ext. 216 for details.

Fired Up For Summer Kickoff Music on the Pier 90’s Night

Dunkirk Pier, opening act Grungebox at 5:45 p.m.; headliner Walk of Shame at 6:45 p.m. Bring a folding chair. Concession vendors.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. Build the challenge of the day, pick a challenge card or free build. Limit of 10 children, ages 5 to 12. Pre-registration required, call 716 934-3468.

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/.

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