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SATURDAY, AUG. 24
Cassadaga Beach program ends
Beach continues to be open, but no lifeguards on duty.
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.
Fredonia Farm Festival
Barker Common, Farmers’ Market: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; 9 to 9:45 a.m.: Blessing of the Harvest and welcome (gazebo); 9 a.m. to dusk: craft vendors; 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.: food vendors; 10 to 10:30 a.m. and 1 to 1:30 p.m.: live cooking demo w/Matt Pantano (gazebo); 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Junior Farmers’ tent featuring Farmer Tom Walsh from 10:30 to 11:30; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Pedro and the Smooth Cats (Main Stage); 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: tequila talk w/Premier Gourmet; noon to 5 p.m.: chainsaw carver (Family Church); 2 to 3 p.m.: Farmer Tom Walsh (gazebo): 3 to 6 p.m.: The Freeze (Main Stage); 3:30 to 4 p.m.: home gardening w/Maggitti Farms (gazebo); 5:30 tp 7 p.m.: After the Radio (gazebo); 7 to 10 p.m.:Two Towns (Main Stage). For details, see www.farmfestivalfredonia.com
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.
Celtic Festival and gathering of the Clans
Mayville Lakeside Park, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend features Celtic and craft vendors, food, children’s area with Clan Hunt, beer and wine garden, Scottish and Irish dancers, old-fashioned fiddlers, pipe bands, Celtic bands, heavy athletes, 20 Gathering of Clans, and more. Admission $15, seniors $10, children 13 and under free. No pets allowed. Free handicapped accessible and shuttle service. Musicians: Mudmen, Cath & Release, Emerald Isle, Celtic Creek, Step ‘N Time, Waterhorse. For $5 donation, enjoy Tuatha Dea from Gatlinburg, Tennessee. See https://96thhighlanders.com for details
Chautauqua Marina and Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy native plant sale
Chautauqua Marina, 104 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., guided lakeside buffer walks. Conservancy Conservationist Carol Markham will answer questions about native plant selection and native garden design. Proceeds of the sale benefit the Conservancy.
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.
Nola’s Angel’s and Horse Rescue Fun Day
44 South St., Panama, 2 p.m. Pony rides, vendors, games, food, music, 50/50 drawing, basket raffle, face painting.
Playground Drama Camp presents: Willy Wonka Kids
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, public performance 3 to 4:30 p.m. Performers ages 7 to 14 enter the world of pure imagination with the Candy Man, Oompa-Loompas and Chocolate!. Adults $10, children 12 and under $5, 2 and under free.
Mayville’s Saturday evening market
Train Depot, 16 Water St., 4 to 8 p.m. Various vendors.
Dunkirk Lighthouse Investigative Ghost Tour
Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum, 1 Lighthouse Point Drive, 7 to 11:30 p.m. Tickets $30. Call 716 366-5050 in advance, limit people per tour. Presented by Village Haunts.
Beach House Bar & Grille music
Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. Wasted Whiskey.
Sunset Bay Beach Club music
1291 Iola Drive, Irving, 8:30 p.m. Silver Extreme.
SUNDAY, AUG. 25
Fredonia Farm Festival
Barker Common, farmers’ market 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. 8 to 8:45 a.m. yoga in the Park (near library): 9 to 10 a.m. outdoor church service w/Harvest Chapel (gazebo); 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: petting zoo; 9 a.m. to dusk: craft vendors; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.: food vendors; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.: Junior Farmers’ Tent; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: The Swamp Yankees (Main Stage); 11:30 a.m. to noon: Wine 101 w/21 Brix (gazebo); noon to 12:30 p.m.: live cooking demo w/“Duper” (gazebo); noon to 5 p.m.: chainsaw carver (Family Church); 1 to 2 p.m.: grand parade (Temple Street); 2:30 to 3 p.m.: live cooking demo w/Marissa Griffis (gazebo); 3:30 to 4 p.m.: Urban farming w/Maggitti Farms (gazebo); 4 to 7 p.m.: Party McFly (Main Stage). For details, see www.farmfestivalfredonia.com
Jamestown Coin Club Coin Show
Celoron American Legion Herman Kent Post 777, Jackson Ave., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. More than 2 dozen dealers will buy, sell and offer free appraisals. Raffle, door prizes. For details call 716 720-1591.
Cassadaga Farmers’ Market
Ames Common, Route 60 and Maple Avenue, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, more.
Dunkirk American Legion Post 62 spaghetti dinner fundraiser to benefit Rhonda Daminski
Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 1 p.m. Tickets $15 per dinner, buy at Lil’ Gingers Deli or VFW Post 1017, 113 Deer St., Dunkirk. Event also features live music, door prize, an auction, 50/50 raffle.
Beach House Bar & Grille music
Wright Park, Dunkirk, 4 to 7 p.m. Sequins.
Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill music
1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 6 p.m. Screaming Pineapples.
MONDAY, AUG. 26
Dunkirk City School students and families (only) Back to School Bash
Point Gratiot, 4 to 7 p.m. Bounce house, school supplies, giveaways, food and refreshments at no cost. DJ Giulia Giuffre of Star Sirch will provide children’s entertainment.
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy “Wine on the Trail” evening walk
Browns Creek Nature Preserve, 5040 Walker Road, Bemus Point, 5:30 p.m. Bring own wine or other beverage. No fee or registration required.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Adventures in Art Nature Study
15 Main St., 6 p.m. Ages 6 and up. Four sessions, each featuring a different technique. All materials provided free. Each child will receive a spiral notebook to preserve their work. Facilitator: Brenda Nickerson. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.
TUESDAY, AUG. 27
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.
Silver Creek Mobile Food Pantry
Village Municipal parking lot, 11 a.m.
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
Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280 Cruise Night
228 Maple Ave., 6 to 9 p.m. Classic cars, food, music. Also pie and baked goods sale.
Beach House Bar & Grille open mic with DJ Hinman
Wright Park, Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m.
Sons of the American Legion monthly meeting
Post 59, 156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 7 p.m. Anyone interested in joining is invited.
Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill music
1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m. Terry Buchwald.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28
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, 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.
Movies at the Reg: “Inside Out 2”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Riley has become a teenager and is dealing with additional new emotions such as anxiety. Tickets $7.
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.
Beach House Bar & Grille music bingo
Wright Park, Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Benefits the Boys & Girls Club.
Music at the Point Sunset Concert Series
Point Gratiot, Dunkirk, 6 to 8 p.m. This week: Furious George.
Village of Angola Summer Concert Series
Centennial Park, 7 to 9 p.m. Music by Boys of Summer.