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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.

Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel retirees meeting

Demetri’s Restaurant, Lake Shore Dtive W., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees welcome.

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.

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.

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.

Sons of American Legion Squad 59 flower planting

256 E. Main St., Fredonia, 9 a.m. Anyone interested in helping is welcome.

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 Bvest 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

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

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.

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