WEDNESDAY, AUG. 21

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.

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, 41 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.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners Evenings in the Garden

Jamestown Community College Community Gardens, Curtis Street near the tennis courts, 6 to 8 p.m. Free, open to the public. Program: Seed Saving with Master Gardener Diane Hovey; Cold Frames with Master Gardener Laura Marsala. Light refreshments, bring own seating.

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: DTO.

Author/Artist talk with Dr. John Gerber

Kennedy Library, 649 Second St., Kennedy, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dr. Gerber’s program will discuss his experiences photographing the migration of the Wildebeest. Registration may be required. See http://johngerberphotography.com for details

Sunset Sounds on the Lake

Findley Lake gazebo, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Music by Abbey Road. Bring seating.

Beach House Bar & Grille music bingo

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m. Benefits the Boys & Girls Club.

Fredonia Concert series

Barker Common gazebo, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Party McFly.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Write Focus writers’ group featuring special guests

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. New members always welcome.

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

Village of Angola Summer Concert Series

Centennial Park, 7 to 9 p.m. Music by Gypsy Queen.

Movies at the Reg: “Thelma”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. June Squibb stars as a 93-year-old duped by a phone scammer and her quest to reclaim her money in this film inspired by a real-life experience. Tickets $8.

Hanover Democratic Committee meeting

VFW Hall, 7 p.m. Candidates James Castiglia and Ben Lewis will be present.

Lecture: Auroras and Eclipses: What’s the Big Deal?

Martz-Kohl Observatory, 116 Robbins Road, Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m. Talk by Dr. Jim Spann, NOAA.

THURSDAY, AUG. 22

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.

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.

Mayville Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market

2 S. Erie St., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors, food trucks and more.

Family Nature Hike

Long Point State Park, 4459 Route 430, Bemus Point, 1 to 2 p.m. Learn more about the park’s animals, plants, oddities. Meet at the Trailhead.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

Main Street, Forestville, 2 to 6 p.m. A variety of fruits, vegetables and more.

Chautauqua County Parks Committee meeting

Luensman Overlook Park, Thayer Road, Portland, 4 p.m. Public welcome.

Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies vaccination clinic

Town of Ellington Highway Garage, 681 E. Main St., 5 to 7 p.m. Pre-registration not required. Pet owners will stay in vehicles. Animal handlers will transport pets from the vehicles to the vet. Dogs must be on a leash, cats in individual carriers. Previous vaccination records required.

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.

Music at Memorial Park – Arena Rock Night

Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, opening act Reset to Vinyl at 5:25 p.m.; headliner Midnight Blue-Foreigner Tribute at 6:45 p.m. Bring a folding chair. Concession vendors.

Mayville Chautauqua Community Chamber of Commerce summer concert series

Lakeside Park, 78 Water St., Mayville, 6 to 8 p.m. Live music, food trucks, sponsor spotlight. Music by 23 Skidoo.

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.

Brocton summer concert

Ryckman Park, 6:30 p.m. Pat Cook’s Women of Country.

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly General Membership meeting

The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716-672-1991 for information.

Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill music

1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m. Dark Water Duo.

Chautauqua Conservancy’s Birds of Sunnyside Marsh Preserve presentation

Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 1255 Prendergast Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Free event, registration appreciated. Email info@chautauquawatershed.org

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, AUG. 23

Lifeline Screening

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62, 211 Central Ave. Tests for a variety of chronic, serious conditions. Pricing starts at $159, can be customized. Pre-registration required. Call 1-877-237-1287.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Suite 7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call Tracy at 716 664-3608.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to noon. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog sale

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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.

Extravagancia Latina Hispanic culture event

Route 5 Event Center, Dunkirk. Family Fiesta 5 to 7 p.m. featuring free traditional Hispanic food from Taqueria Mexicana, live music by Sara Rodriguez, displays and demonstrations by traditional artisan Jenny Otero and tradition bearer Alma Segura, crafts, games.Later, for adults, performance by Buffalo band Comienzos. Tickets at the door, $10. Cash bar. From 10 p.m. to midnight, Latin dance music with DJ Rasta Spock of Kinetic Entertainment.

Cassadaga beach picnic

5 p.m., also children’s activities

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Jesse Taylor Smith and Erica Kuhn 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. Access to current exhibits. Members: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Non-members: $18 in advance, $20 at the door. Call 716 665-2473 to reserve.

Celtic Festival and gathering of the Clans

Mayville Lakeside Park, 6 p.m. Weekend features Celtic and craft vendors, food, children’s area, beer and wine garden, Scottish and Irish dancers, old-fashioned fiddlers, pipe bands, Celtic bands, heavy athletes and more. Admission $15, seniors $10, children 13 and under free. No pets allowed. Free handicapped accessible and shuttle service. Tonight: Celtic music by Mudmen. See https://96thhighlanders.com for details

Audrey Kay Dowling: Retrospective: A Rural Artist’s Journey” show opening

Patterson Library Octagon Art Gallery, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 6 to 8 p.m. Show runs until Sept. 13.

Chautauqua County Rural Ministry Sip and Support dinner benefit

Rotunda Grapevine Railway Farm, 307 E. Main St., Fredonia, 6:30 p.m. Food and wine pairing includes four-course meals by Campano’s Cucina Italian Restaurant with wine supplied by Liberty Vineyard. $55 per person or $100 per couple. 100 seats, reservations required. Call 716 366-1787. Checks or PayPal accepted. Proceeds benefit Rural Ministry.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School Fundraising “Under the Stars” Gala

Historic Dunkirk Lighthouse, Point Drive North, 6:30 p.m. Catering by Duper’s, open bar, silent auction featuring local artists, live entertainment. $125 per person, $850 table of 8. email nccsgala@gmail.com for tickets by Aug. 19.

Movies at the Reg: “Inside Out 2”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Riley has become a teenager and is dealing with additional new emotions such as anxiety. Tickets $7.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 8 to 11 p.m. Party McFly.

Sunset Bay Beach Club music

1291 Iola Drive, Irving, 8:30 p.m. Knight Crew.