Coming up…
SATURDAY, JULY 6
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.
Findley Lake Race Around the Lake
Findley Lake Gazebo, Main Street, 8 a.m. 5 mile run $25; 5 mile fun walk $20. See www.runsignup.com to register by July 5. Proceeds benefit Findley Lake Nature Trails Network.
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.
Tenth annual Marauder Trotter 5kRun/Walk Wright Park, Dunkirk, 9 a.m., birthday party theme. Race registration at www.runsignup.com. Family carnival at Wright Park Beach from 9 a.m. to noon. Entertainment at Wright Park Beach with DJ Joe Gould from noon to 2 p.m., includes beach music and prizes.
Great Blue Heron Music Festival
The Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman. Three-day celebration of Americana music, nature, self-expression. Camping available.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO club
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For ages 5-12. Build the challenge of the day, pick a challenge card, or free build. Limit of 10 children. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.
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.
Fenton History Center’s Military Tour at Lake View
Meet at the Lakeview Cemetery office, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown at 1 p.m. for this walking tour. Cost: $8 members; $12 non-members. Register at www.FentonhistoryCenter.org/historictours. Only 20 spots per tour. Another tour at 2:30 p.m.
Mayville’s Saturday evening market
Train Depot, 16 Water St., 4 to 8 p.m. Various vendors.
Live Music with Qwister at Westfield/Lake Erie KOA
8001 Route 5, Westfield, 7 to 10 p.m.
Beach House Bar & Grille music
Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. Performance by Ion Sky.
SUNDAY, JULY 7
Great Blue Heron Music Festival
The Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman. Three-day celebration of Americana music, nature, self-expression. Camping available.
Lake Shore Street Rod Association annual Harbor Cruise
Point Gratiot, noon to 5 p.m. Free event, donations accepted at the gate for Chautauqua County Veterans and Dunkirk-Fredonia Meals on Wheels. Music by Hooman and DJ Ray the Fat Man Heron. Food and beverage vendors on site and chicken dinners by Mike Porpiglia.
Cassadaga Farmers’ Market
Ames Common, Route 60 and Maple Avenue, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, 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. Performance by Cosmic Cowboys.
OsbornNash folk, pop concert
Floating stage, Cassadaga Beach, 5 to 7 p.m.
Living Glass Gallery opening reception for “Abstracts” exhibit by Ivy Matos Higgenbotham
50 Main St., Westfield, 6 to 8 p.m.
MONDAY, JULY 8
Audubon Green Play Days
Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., open house style. Children ages 2 to 6 with their parents. Mud kitchen, water wall and more in the outdoor play space. Wear clothes and footwear that can get wet and dirty. Parents must remain with children. Bring snacks, a lawn chair and beverage. Included with building admission.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Summer reading program: The Wanderers
7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. For ages going-into-PreK to going into 2nd grade. 5 week program, choose Mondays at 10:30 a.m. to Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Read exciting stories, get creative with crafts and activities, complete exciting learning challenges. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents Movie Monday
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 p.m. G or PG.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Learn to knit
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For ages 7 to 11. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468. All supplies provided.
TUESDAY, JULY 9
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. Ages 0 to 7 and a grown-up.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit
536 Central Ave., 11 to 11:30 a.m For ages 2 to 5.
Chautauqua District Order of the Eastern Star Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue
Lucky Lanes, Route 60, Fredonia. $15 per dinner, cash or credit card. Proceeds benefit local veterans’ programs.
Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Summer reading program: The Wanderers
7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. For ages going-into-PreK to going into 2nd grade. 5 week program, choose Mondays at 10:30 a.m. to Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Read exciting stories, get creative with crafts and activities, complete exciting learning challenges. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Library Outbound
Ryckman Park, Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Kids, teens and families. Crafts, activities, music and snacks.
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
Village of Silver Creek Tuesdays in the Park
Village Ballpark, 6 to 9 p.m. Concert with the Untouchables. Concessions.Bring seating.
Beach House Bar & Grille open mic
Wright Park, Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Fun and easy camping food
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For all ages. Make and taste some quick and easy treats for camping.. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.
Willowbrook Park Cemetery monthly meeting
Mackowiak Funeral Home, 56 E. Doughty St., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. All are welcome.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10
Laurel Run special edition newspaper sale
Street corners in the area, $2 per issue, proceeds support adult programs of The Resource Center throughout Chautauqua County.
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.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Summer reading program: The Champions
7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For ages going-into-3rd grade to going into 8th grade. 4 week program, choose Mondays at 10:30 a.m. to Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Read exciting stories, get creative with crafts and activities, complete exciting learning challenges. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.
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.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Game On!
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. Ages 6+ and families. Board, card and video games available.
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.
Music at the Point Sunset Concert Series
Point Gratiot, Dunkirk, 6 to 8 p.m. This week: Bill Ward.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Parent-Child Book Club
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Ages 4 to 7 and an adult. Light dinner provided. Pre-registration provided. Call 716 792-9418.
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.
Fenton History Center Lecture Series: Artist’s Talk
Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 to 8 p.m. Kaycee Colburn, local artist and Fenton trustee will speak. Free event, open to the public. Takes place in the dining room of the Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion, also streamed via Facebook. Donations appreciated.
Village of Angola Summer Concert Series
Centennial Park, 7 to 9 p.m. Music by Pastmasters.
Erie Philharmonic free outdoor concert
Gibson Park, North East, PA, 7 p.m.