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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.

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.

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.

Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Guided Birding Walk

Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park, Route 60 in Cassadaga between Tim Horton’s and Camp Gross, 8:30 to 8 a.m. Leader: Twan Leenders. Space limited. Preregister by emailing info@chautauquawatershed.org. Include contact name, number of attendees and phone or email. Bring binoculars, dress for weather.

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.

Collins Public Library concert series: Kokomo Time Band

2341 Main St. Doors open at 6:30, concert begins at 7. Free, open to the public. Band plays upbeat oldies.

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!

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. Presenting: 2nd Time Around

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.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. Presenting: Screaming East.

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.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 4 to 7 p.m. Presenting: Dark Horse Run.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: “Time Out”

15 Main St., 6 p.m. For families. Children enjoy supervised activities in the children’s room while parents meet in the community room for informal time and conversation. Pizza for both groups. Limited space. Pre-registration required. Call 716 962-5885.

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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 p.m. Reserve the selection of the month at the library.

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/.

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons and Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens and YA patrons welcome to join for role-playing adventures. Contact the library director at 716 366-2511.

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 Bucked Up from 8 to 10 p.m..

First Friday in Westfield

Main Street, 5 to 8 p.m. Open businesses, street vendors, food, live music and more. For details, see www.chautauquachamber.org

Dunkirk Firefighter Hose Races

Dunkirk Boardwalk, 6 p.m. Star Sirch DJ Giulia Giuffre will provide the tunes. Awards ceremony follows, with Flipside taking the stage at 7:30 p.m. All boardwalk shops open for business with specials.

Reg Lenna presents: Drive-In Double Feature- Bring Your Own Chairs: Meatballs and Wet Hot American Summer

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. 45th anniversary of the comedy “Meatballs,” starring Bill Murray. “Wet Hot American Summer” is the tale of a fictional 1981 camp featuring David Hyde Pierce, Paul Rudd, Amy Poehler, Molly Shannon, Bradley Cooper and more. Must bring own seating as theater chairs will be removed. $6 per admission and $1 theater restoration fee.

Merritt Winery Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, 7 to 10 p.m. concert, free admission. Uncle Ben’s Remedy with special guest Ten Cent Howl.

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!

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

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.

Summer Jam on the Ave Youth 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

Central Avenue in front of Dunkirk City Hall, 9 a.m. Second through eighth grades. For details, call Ryan Hall at 716 366-9886.

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.

9th NY Cavalry Civil War Reenactment

Moore Park, 20 E. Main St., Westfield, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Demonstrations of camp living, weapon tactics, period craft making and a reading of letters written by CIvil War soldiers.

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.

Forestville Community Yard Sales

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sign up at Evans Bank or Cave’s. A list of participating sites will be available at Cave’s the day of the sale.

Jamestown Pride

Jamestown Public Market, 191 W. Third St., 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. See https://www.jamestownpride.org

Gibson Farm Heritage Day

Gibson Park, North East, PA. Wine, live music, vendors, food. Performance by the Axe Women Loggers of Maine, plus a tractor and farm equipment show.

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association spring tractor pull

4578 Cemetery Road, Stockton. Weigh ins begin at 9 a.m. Garden tractors at 10 a.m., antique farm tractors at noon. Food available.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: annual plant swap

7 Day St., Fredonia. Drop off garden extras (plants, seeds, etc.) in unneeded containers to donate or exchange at the tent outside the library between 9 and 10. Include names of plants or seeds and care instructions. Plant swap 10 a.m. to noon. After noon, all plants up for grabs.

Little Explorers at Audubon

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 3 to 8 with an adult. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 8. Paid reservations required by June 6. Call 716 569-2345. This month: Reptiles – Tales of Scales.

Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies vaccination clinic

Westfield Highway Building, 118 Chestnut St., 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-registration required. Visit HealthyCHQ.com/Rabies. All dog, cats, domesticated ferrets at least 3 months old eligible.

Celoron Rib-Fest

Lucille Ball Memorial Park, 47 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. For details, call 716 487-4175. Food, drinks, kids’ zone, craft vendors, music by Smokin’ 45 from 8 to 11 p.m.’ .

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.

Merritt Winery Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, noon to 10 p.m. Vendors open noon to 6. Concert all day, free admission. Family friendly, craft and boutique vendors, food, strawberry desserts, wine and craft beer, classic car cruise in noon to 6 p.m. Kids’ activities – Mr. NO the Balloon Guy, face painter, bounce house. No outside food/beverages. Collecting cash donations and non-perishable food items on behalf of FeedMore WNY.

Cinema Series: “Amadeus”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 2 p.m. 1985 Best Picture Oscar winner, portrays the life of classical composer Mozart (Tom Hulce) and his rival Salieri (F. Murray Abraham). $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal

Erie Avenue and Park Street, Gowanda, take-out only, 4 to 6 p.m. or gone. The menu is Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes, vegetable, fruit and cookies. Free will donations appreciated but not necessary. Everyone is welcome.

Chautauqua County Historical Society annual spring gala

McClurg Mansion, 20 E. Main St., Westfield, 6 to 8 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, view new exhibits, improvements. Self-guided audio tour available. Tickets $50. Email info@cchs.mcclurg.org

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!

Cinema Series: “Amadeus”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St.,7:30 p.m. Joseph Bologne (Kelvin Harrison Jr.), Chevalier de Saint-George rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with an ill-fated love affair and falling-out with Marie Antoinette (Lucy Boynton) and her court. $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Dunkirk Movies in the Park

Central Avenue across from CIty Hall, dusk. Presented by El Rigby Theater.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

Annual Rosie’s Run 5K Walk/Run

Sherman Fire Hall, 122 Park St. 7 a.m. Help raise money for families in need. Several medals available. See the Facebook page for details.

9th NY Cavalry Civil War Reenactment

Moore Park, 20 E. Main St., Westfield, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Demonstrations of camp living, weapon tactics, period craft making and a reading of letters written by CIvil War soldiers.

Gowanda Loyal Order of Moose 1382 towel bingo

201 Aldrich St., doors open at noon, game starts at 1 p.m. Food available for purchase.

Merritt Winery Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, noon to 6:30 p.m. Vendors open noon to 6. Concert all day, free admission. Family friendly, craft and boutique vendors, food, strawberry desserts, wine and craft beer, classic car cruise in noon to 6 p.m. Kids’ activities – Mr. NO the Balloon Guy, face painter, bounce house. No outside food/beverages. Collecting cash donations and non-perishable food items on behalf of FeedMore WNY.

WRFA’s Great American Picnic

Southern Tier Brewing Company, 2072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, noon to 4 p.m. $20 includes 2 complimentary STBC beers, a ticket for the WRFA Gift Basket Giveaway. Musical acts. Hot dogs for sale, 50/50 raffle. Attendees under 21 admitted free. For details, call 716 484-7070.

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.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

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 – “Intro to Cut Flower Growing and Arranging”

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.

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

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.

Village of SIlver Creek Tuesdays in the Park

Village Ballpark, 6 to 9 p.m. Concert and concessions.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 meeting

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. New members welcome.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

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.

Dunkirk Farmers’ Market

Dunkirk Senior Center, corner of Ruggles Street and Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, call E.J. Hayes at 716 366-9876.

Chautauqua County Federation of Rural Cemeteries annual meeting

Hanover Fire Center Hall, 11919 Hanover Road. registration 9 to 9:30 a.m. Lunch for $15. Speakers Cindy Craig and Michael Catena from the New York Division of Cemeteries. For reservations, call Cheryl Robinson at 716 934-8226 by June 1.

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.

Fenton History Center Lecture Series: Chautauqua Obscura

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 1 to 2 p.m. Presenters: Karen Livsey and Sam Genco. Lectures held in the dining room of the Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion and streamed via Facebook. Donations appreciated.

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.

AC & C Summer Fashion Show

CHQ Marketplace, 3943 Route 394, Mayville, 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets $60, includes a swag bag, glass of champagne, hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds go to Arise Chautauqua.

Lake Shore Coin Club

Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., 7 p.m. Members gather for discussion, raffles, treats and coin sales. Club meets the second Wednesday of the month.

Chautauqua County Federation of Rural Cemeteries annual meeting

Hanover Fire Center Hall, 11919 Hanover Road, 9 to 9:30 p.m.

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