MONDAY, SEPT. 23

Hope Chautauqua Youth Engagement Workshop

E2CCB Hewes Educational Center , 2615 N. Maple Ave., Ashville, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sign-in at 8:30 a.m. National Adult and Youth Trainer: Kym Laube, Executive Director of Human Understanding and Growth Services (HUGS, Inc.) Refreshments, lunch provided. Bring photo ID. Limited space. Registration needed. For details email lucy@preventionworks.us

Darwin R. Barker Library book sale

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Book donations accepted on an ongoing basis. $1 for hardcovers and DVDs, $0.50 for paperbacks and CDs. Proceeds benefit the Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum Association.

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Amy King Memorial 5K run/walk race

Celoron Moose Club, 52 Dunham Ave., 11 a.m. To benefit the Jamestown Area YMCA.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Hand sewing with instructor Candy Kuppel

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For ages 10 and up. Limit 5 per session. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 24

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Theme-based stories, free play, activities for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their 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.

Forestville Chapter Order of the Eastern Star CHiavetta’s chicken barbecue

Lucky Lanes, Bennett Road, Fredonia, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. $15 includes ½ chicken, baked beans, macaroni salad, roll, butter. Proceeds benefit local food pantries in Fredonia, Dunkirk, Forestville, other charities that the Order of the Eastern Star supports.

SOAR Chapter 4-1 luncheon meeting

USW Local 2693 Union Hall, Fourth Street, Dunkirk, noon meeting, lunch to follow. All SOAR members, retirees invited. For details, call Jim Bickhart 716 366-1485.

Darwin R. Barker Library book sale

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 6 p.m. Book donations accepted on an ongoing basis. $1 for hardcovers and DVDs, $0.50 for paperbacks and CDs. Proceeds benefit the Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum Association.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka! For elementary students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. May include LEGO, STEAM, computer games, Makey Makey/Circuits, variety of other activities.

Darwin R. Library presents: All ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Community Conversation – “The Freedom and Responsibilities of Citizenship”

Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 5 p.m. Speaker: Joe Murphy, Director of Grant-Making at Humanities New York. Free, open to the public. Register at 716 483-6646.

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

Jamestown Coin Club meeting

Celoron American Legion Herman Kent Post 777, 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, doors open at 6, meeting at 7. Door prizes, raffles, auction. Annual membership $10, guests free. For details, call 716 720-1591.

Shorewood Country Club Book Club author event with Catherine D’Agostino

4598 W. Lake Road, Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Free presentation, open to the public. The author will discuss the background and process of writing her mystery book “Braided Lies: A Thousand Islands Castle Mystery.” For reservations, call 716 366-1880 ext. 3.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents Community Conversations: Voting: Our Privilege – Our Right – Our Responsibility

Brocton Central School Cafeteria, Route 20, 6:30 p.m. Meet with local, county, state officials. Discuss how to know which candidate is right for you, how to bring questions to officials.

Sons of the American Legion monthly meeting

Post 59, 156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 7 p.m. Anyone interested in joining is invited.

Swedish folk dance class

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave, Ext., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Old dances, village dances, new dances. Singles, couples welcome. Bring shoes with smooth soles and low flat heels. Meets Tuesdays. Call 716 489-4646 for details.

Free fly-tying fishing classes

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costelly Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Instructor Alberto Rey. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment needed.

Fredonia Wind Symphony

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25

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 book sale

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Book donations accepted on an ongoing basis. $1 for hardcovers and DVDs, $0.50 for paperbacks and CDs. Proceeds benefit the Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum Association.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Baby Talk with Miss Jessica 15 Main St., 10:30 to 11 a.m. Babies enjoy some time playing with their peers in the Children’s Room and learning through talking, singing and listening to reading. For ages 0 to 2. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Crafty Diem

37 W/ Main St., Brocton, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Project: Scarecrow door hangers. Choose this session or Thursday 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts presents: Sprout Film Festival

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Supports people with disabilities.

Fredonia Jazz Showcase

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 26

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.

Collins Library book and bake sale

2341 Main St., 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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 to 11:30 a.m. For ages 2 to 5.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Crafty Diem

37 W/ Main St., Brocton, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Project: Scarecrow door hangers. Choose this session or Wednesday 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Darwin R. Barker Library book sale

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 6 p.m. Book donations accepted on an ongoing basis. $1 for hardcovers and DVDs, $0.50 for paperbacks and CDs. Proceeds benefit the Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum Association.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

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

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium for elementary students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Play, create, inspire, imagine.

Campus and Community Children’s Center 50th anniversary open house

11 Brigham Road, Fredonia, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Free, public invited.

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.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Beginner Card Making Class

15 Main St., 5:30 p.m. Ages 10 and up. Fee of $3 per card covers cost of materials with instruction provided by Lynn Wigren, Creative Memories Advisor. Limited to 6 participants. Call 716 962-5885 to register. Choice of cards with various themes and sentiments.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Country Kids on the Fly

15 Main St., 5:30 p.m. Free program for ages 8 and up, learn fly tying and fishing techniques. All tools, materials provided. Adults also welcome. For details, call 716 962-5885.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Hand sewing with instructor Candy Kuppel

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For ages 10 and up. Limit 5 per session. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

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.

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/.

Visiting Violin Series presents: Artist Nikki Chooi

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m. Free, open to the public.

Fredonia Concert Band

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 27

Wine Fest

Gibson and Heard Parks, North East, PA, 4 p.m. Wine tents, pumpkin painting, photo booth, wine country bike rides, 15 mile route, food trucks. 4 p.m.:Ralph Chamberlain Duo; 5:30 p.m.: Denny and Heather; 7:30 p.m.: Shoreline. Art, craft, specialty vendors, free family fun, food trucks, souvenirs.

Boat Burning at Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program: Fighting and Aggression

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 716 203-1609.

Darwin R. Barker Library book sale

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Book donations accepted on an ongoing basis. $1 for hardcovers and DVDs, $0.50 for paperbacks and CDs, $5 per bag during bag sale. Proceeds benefit the Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum Association.

Collins Library book and bake sale

2341 Main St., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Building a Writing Career

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Attend in person or online. Instructor: John Brantingham. Four week program. This week: submission marathon where writers will be given direction on the places to send their work. Register at director@sinclairvillelibrary.org.

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

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

Chautauqua County Office for the Aging nutrition workshop

Fredonia First Methodist Church, 25 Church St., 11 a.m. Part one of a four part series. For reservations, call 716 753-4582.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: The Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 4 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. No registration required.

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. No registration required

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. Students and families.

20th anniversary of Reflections of the King Competition

Westfield Moose Lodge #118, 19 Clinton St., doors open at 3 p.m., concert starts at 5 p.m. Hosts Sterling Pollaro, Bryan Doyle. Tickets presale (prepaid) one day $35, $60 two days. $30 at the door. Call Bobbie at 716 968-3565 for tickets. After party hosted by Steve Hunter, Art Gautier. 50/50 raffles, basket raffles, Moose fish fry, full menu available. Proceeds after expenses benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring OsbornNash 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Full access to the museum and exhibits, complimentary beer from The Southern Tier Brewing Company or wine or NA beverage from the RTPI bar, light bites from Elegant Edibles, 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. Artist Dorie Petrochko will be on hand to chat with guests about her exhibition “Tricks of the Trade: A Corvid’s World.”

Collins Public Library concert series: Paul Zittel and Pure Country

2341 Main St. Doors open at 6:30, concert begins at 7. Free, open to the public. Coincides with Friends of the Collins Library book sale and basket raffle.

Collins Library presents: concert with Paul Zittel and Pure Country

2341 Main St., Collins. Doors open at 6:30, music at 7 p.m. Free, open to public.

Reg Lenna for the Arts presents: “Reggie Dabbs: Change Your Future”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Inspirational speaker covers many faith-based topics and offers strategies to help teenagers meet and defeat their problems head-on. Free event also features a Q & A. All ages welcome.

1891 Fredonia Opera House concerts, Folk in Fredonia: John McCutcheon

9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Singer/songwriter performs on a variety of instruments. Adults $22, Opera House members $20, students $10.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 28

Free Fishing Days in New York

The fishing license requirements are waived for freshwater fishing in New York’s waters.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Gowanda annual FallFest Weekend

Scarecrow contest on Main Street, Paracon event from noon to 6 p.m. at the Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., includes several presenters to discuss UFOs, iIgfoot and Spirit Investigations. Majority of proceeds from Paracon’s $5 admission fee will benefit the Epilespy Foundation.

Wine Fest

Gibson and Heard Parks, North East, PA. 9 a.m.: Wine Fest 5K run/walk; 10 a.m.: bubbly brunch at The Skunk and Goat; 11 a.m. horse and carriage rides until 3 p.m.; 11 a.m. Jeff Fetterman Duo; noon: wine tents open; noon: grape stomping and pumpkin painting; 1 p.m.: Petty Larceny; strolling balloon artist, magician, jugglers; 3 p.m. Whiskey Jack; free caricatures; 4:30 p.m.: Italian dancers of Erie; 5 p.m.: Never Too Late; 7 p.m.: Jack Stephenson and the Buried Treasure Band. Art, craft, specialty vendors, free family fun, food trucks, souvenirs.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library book sale

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Book donations accepted on an ongoing basis. $1 for hardcovers and DVDs, $0.50 for paperbacks and CDs, $5 per bag during bag sale. Proceeds benefit the Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum Association.

Collins Library book, bag and bake sale

2341 Main St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Audubon Community Nature Center International Day of Play

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kids ages 2 to 6 can enjoy the Green Play Area outdoors with supervision by their adults. Wear clothes and footwear that can get wet and dirty. Free admission and access to the Center and interactive exhibits.Open-house style.

50th Busti Apple Festival

Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5 admission, children under 12 free. Carriage, pony rides; local farmers’ market; fresh apples; variety of demos of historical skills, trades; hand made goods from local vendors; tour museum, Grist Mill, baked pies, apple cider available. No pets.

Cherry Creek Fall Festival

Cherry Creek Ball Park, parade at noon; 1 to 4 p.m.: car show, music by DJ Carmello; 1 p.m. to sold out: bake sale with PV Longhorn cheerleaders; 1 to 7:30 p.m.: food, craft vendors, beer/wine tent, Walker’s midway amusements; Creekside Alpacas, haywagon rides, 2 p.m. to sold out: chicken barbecue by CCFD , JJ’s Backyard BBQ; 3 p.m.: live auction; 4 p.m.: scarecrow auction; 4 to 7 p.m. Pedro and the Smooth Cats; 7:30 p.m.: fireworks. Also at Trilium Lodge: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: chili cook-off; 8 to 11 p.m. music by Wasted Whiskey, 8 p.m. bonfire.

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.

20th anniversary of Reflections of the King Competition

Westfield Moose Lodge #118, 19 Clinton St., doors open at 12:30 p.m. Hosts Sterling Pollaro, Bryan Doyle. Tickets presale (prepaid) one day $35, $60 two days. $30 at the door. Call Bobbie at 716 968-3565 for tickets. Contest 1 to 5 p.m., ETA jam session. Doors re-open at 7 p.m. Champion’s Showcase Steve Hunt 7:15 p.m. Legends and Friends show 8 p.m. Awards ceremony to follow. 50/50 raffles, basket raffles, Moose fish fry, full menu available. Proceeds after expenses benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

C.O.P.E. (Children of Opioid Parents and Empowerment) Walk to Remember

Harvest Chapel, 39 Matteson St., Fredonoia, meet time, 12:30 p.m., walk time: 1 p.m. Ends at the memory garden, 25 Church St., Fredonia. In memory of Justin Matteson and Elise Hupcej. In honor of children who have lost a parent to opioid addictions by imprisonment, death or abandonment. Contact Bill, 716 680-1121/Kristy 716 410-5723.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Art and Architecture on screen: Munch: Love, Ghosts and Lady Vampires

9 Church St., 1 p.m. The Oslo Munch Museum offers a turning point in knowledge of the man and his paintings, prints, drawings, notebooks, sketches photos and experiments with film. Adults $15, students $10.

Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Festival

Fourth Street between Main and Cherry Streets, Jamestown, 4 p.m. Join YWCA Jamestown honoring and exploring food, music, celebration and community of the Latine and Spanish community.

Glow Your Mind 5K Run/Walk

Jackson Taylor Park, Jamestown, registration 5 to 5:55 p.m., Race begins at 6 p.m., followed by race award ceremony and Glow Party. Funds raised support awareness of local suicide prevention efforts. Register at Glow Your Mind 5K Run/Walk.

Dunkirk Lighthouse Investigative Ghost Tour

Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum, 1 Lighthouse Point Drive, 7 to 11 p.m. Tickets $30. Call 716 366-5050 in advance, limit people per tour. Presented by Village Haunts.

Cinema Series: “The Fabulous Four”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Susan Sarandan, Megan Mullally, Bette Midler and Sheryl Lee Ralph as lifelong friends reuniting for a surprise wedding. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5.

Fredonia Wind Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 29

50th Busti Apple Festival

Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5 admission, children under 12 free. Carriage, pony rides; local farmers’ market; fresh apples; variety of demos of historical skills, trades; hand made goods from local vendors; tour museum, Grist Mill, baked pies, apple cider available. No pets.

Wine Fest

Gibson BS Heard Parks, North East, PA. 11 a.m. wine tents open; 11 a.m.: Flower bar – MYO bouquet; noon: horse and carriage rides, grape stomping, pumpkin painting; 12:30 p.m.: Rock Avenue; 2:30: Carnival Brothers; 4 p.m.: last wine pull. Art, craft, specialty vendors, free family fun, food trucks, souvenirs.

Cassadaga Farmers’ Market

Ames Common, Route 60 at Maple Avenue, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, more.

Gowanda annual FallFest Weekend

Scarecrow contest Main Street. 2 p.m. at the Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., Mike Randall as Mark Twain Live! $20.

20th Annual Pat McGee Memorial Dog Walk

Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 Chestnut St., Dunkirk, registration 10 a.m., walk at 10:30 a.m. Registration $22. Includes a dog walk t-shirt and goodie bag. Pre-register at the website – www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org/shop. Each dog must have proper ID on a collar or be microchipped, be on a non-retractable leash and have an up-to-date rabies vaccination certificate to present at sign-in. Dress up your dog in costume for the walk and contest. Doggie Olympics! Other activities include a basket raffle and a drive-thru Weidner’s chicken barbecue ($16) from noon to 3 p.m.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School Weidner’s chicken barbecue fundraiser

Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, noon to 3 p.m. or sold out. $15. All proceeds benefit NCCS. Also lotto tickets available.

MONDAY, SEPT 30

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Fredonia Fall String Festival

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, concert 5 p.m. Features guest artists Edwin Huizinga, violin; Jutta Pachhammer-Sedillot, viola; Una O’Riordan, cello; Derek Zadinsky, bass. Joined by SUNY Fredonia string faculty. Free, open to the public.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Virtual adult fiction book club

15 Main St., 7:30 p.m. This month: “The Boys in the Boat” by Daniel James Brown.

Guest Artist Recital: Ayano Kataoka, vibraphone

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCT. 1

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Henry C. Youngerman Center for Communication Disorders Stroke and Head Injury Support Group

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E14, 3 to 4 p.m.. Sessions are open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Sessions include activities to help these survivors use compensation strategies to confirm communication skills, provide educational info and an opportunity to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. For details, contact Julie Williams, 716 673-4618.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka! For elementary students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. May include LEGO, STEAM, computer games, Makey Makey/Circuits, variety of other activities.

Darwin R. Library presents: All ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration 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.

Swedish folk dance class

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave, Ext., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Old dances, village dances, new dances. Singles, couples welcome. Bring shoes with smooth soles and low flat heels. Meets Tuesdays. Call 716 489-4646 for details.

Free fly-tying fishing classes

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costelly Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Instructor Alberto Rey. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment needed.

Cinema Series: “The Fabulous Four”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Susan Sarandan, Megan Mullally, Bette Midler and Sheryl Lee Ralph as lifelong friends reuniting for a surprise wedding. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5.

Ethos presents: Buffalo Chamber Players – Silent Film

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 2

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: Baby Talk with Miss Jessica 15 Main St., 10:30 to 11 a.m. Babies enjoy some time playing with their peers in the Children’s Room and learning through talking, singing and listening to reading. For ages 0 to 2. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play with Miss Jessica

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale 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.

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 and Brocton Central School present: Thomas Lake Harris and the Brotherhood of the New Life

Brocton Central School Auditorium, 6 p.m. Discover the utopian cult experience. Presented by Jeff Adams, president of the Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum Association and leader of the Vine Cliff History Project. Free to the general public.

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.

Movies at the Reg: “Fly Me to the Moon”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Stars Scarlett Johansson as a marketing maven ordered by the White House to stage a fake moon landing if NASA’s Apollo 11 mission fails. Also stars Channing Tatum as NASA’s launch director. Tickets $8.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62 monthly meeting

211 Central Ave., 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 3

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explore and More Home School Group

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Combines interactive student activities with parent resources.

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 to 11:30 a.m. For ages 2 to 5.

CHQ Chamber Congressional luncheon

Shorewood Country Club, W. Lake Road, Dunkirk, noon to 1:30 p.m.. Guest Congressional Representative Nick Langworthy. $25 for Chamber members, $29 for non-members. Advance registration required. Go to www.chqchamber.org

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium for elementary students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Play, create, inspire, imagine.

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.

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts presents: Cash Bash at the Reg

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. $100 ticket admits 2 people – grand prize $3000, 8 cash prizes for a total of $7,500. Party on stage, enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, fun. Features a wine pull, silent auction. No more than 300 tickets will be sold. Need not be present to win. Buy tickets by calling 716 484-7070.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book Club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Contact the library at 716 366-2511 to reserve the book of the month.

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.

1891 Fredonia Opera House concerts: A Musical Homecoming with Calabria Foti and Bob McChesney: Bebop to Broadway

9 Church St., 7 p.m. Fredonia native Calabria Foti, vocalist, composer, violinist, performs with her husband Bob McChesney, trombonist. Adults $25, Opera House members $23, students $10.

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, OCT. 4

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.

Chautauqua County Office for the Aging nutrition workshop

Fredonia First Methodist Church, 25 Church St., 11 a.m. Part one of a four part series. For reservations, call 716 753-4582.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: The Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 4 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. No registration required.

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. No registration required

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. Students and families.

Audubon Community Nature Center Enchanted Forest

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Guided walks go out every 10 minutes and last about 40 minutes. Reservations required. Sunset at 6:45 p.m. Call 716 569-2345. Adults $14, Nature Center members $10.50, children 3 to 15 $10.50, free 2 and under. “Talking animals,” campfire, music, luminary-lit forest. Dress for weather, can wear Halloween costumes. Indoors crafts, live animals, exhibits.

Movies at the Reg: “Shaun of the Dead”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 20th anniversary showing of the horror zomedy starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. Tickets $8.

JCC Uncommoners presents: Decadal: The Descent from from Glory

JCC Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on David Schnuckel’s art work “Decadal,” the production is a challenging piece of devised theatre. Tickets $7; $6 seniors, students, free for JCC students with ID.

Faculty Recital: Tiffany Nicely and Diaspora Drumming

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCT. 5

Brocton Arch Festival

Ryckman Park, Green Street and Fay Street, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free activities/entertainment for all ages, live music, local artisan and craft vendors, community outreach organizations, food.

Forestville Fall Festival

Vendors. Includes chili cook-off. For details, call Carol Woodward at 716 965-2675.

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.

Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Point Gratiot, Dunkirk, registration at 10 a.m., walk begins at 11 a.m. During the Promise Garden ceremony, walkers will carry flowers of various colors representing their personal connection to the disease. To register, see act.alz.org/Chautauqua

Panama Rocks Foliage Festival

11 Rock Hill Road, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Arts and crafts show, music, food, fall/Halloween entertainment. Chainsaw carving, glass blowing, blacksmithing, axe throwing. No gate fee for festival. Field parking $5. Admission to Panama Rocks at normal rate.

CHQ Chamber presents: Made In Falconer

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participating manufacturers Dahlstrom Roll Form, Ellison Bronze, Falconer Printing, Fancher Chair, Hanson Sign, Stuart Tool & Die will be open for public tours, with fresh tours beginning every half hour. Prize possibilities. Visit other local Falconer businesses for dining, shopping.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

St. Rose of Lima roast pork dinner

11 Center St., Forestville, noon to sold out. Take out or eat in. $15 roast pork, dill potatoes, green beans, squash, apple juice.

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.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Live at the Met series: Les Contes d’Hoffman

9 Church St., 1 p.m. Offenbach’s fantastical opera. Adults $20, Opera House members $18, students $10.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Walking Tours

Lakeview Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, Pre-purchase tickets at 716 664-6256. $15 non-members, $10 members, children under 18 $2. Times: 2, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, 3, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45 p.m.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Horse-drawn Carriage Tours

Lakeview Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, Pre-purchase tickets at 716 664-6256. $25 Times: 5, 6, 7, 8 p.m. Hear the tales of some of Jamestown’s early inhabitants.

Audubon Community Nature Center Enchanted Forest

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Guided walks go out every 10 minutes and last about 40 minutes. Reservations required. Sunset at 6:45 p.m. Call 716 569-2345. Adults $14, Nature Center members $10.50, children 3 to 15 $10.50, free 2 and under. “Talking animals,” campfire, music, luminary-lit forest. Dress for weather, can wear Halloween costumes. Indoors crafts, live animals, exhibits.

JCC Uncommoners presents: Decadal: The Descent from from Glory

JCC Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on David Schnuckel’s art work “Decadal,” the production is a challenging piece of devised theatre. Tickets $7; $6 seniors, students, free for JCC students with ID.

Cinema Series: “My Penguin Friend”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Based on a true uplifting story, a fisherman (Jean Reno) bonds with a penguin in distress. The penguin becomes lost, but attempts to navigate thousands of miles to return to the fisherman. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5.

SUNDAY, OCT. 6

Panama Rocks Foliage Festival

11 Rock Hill Road, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Arts and crafts show, music, food, fall/Halloween entertainment. Chainsaw carving, glass blowing, blacksmithing, axe throwing. No gate fee for festival. Field parking $5. Admission to Panama Rocks at normal rate.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: First Sunday Story Time

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Children 2 to 8 with an adult. Free event. Register by calling 716 569-2345.

Forestville Fall Festival

Vendors. For details, call Carol Woodward at 716 965-2675.

MONDAY, OCT. 7

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Campus and Community Children’s Center 50th anniversary open house

752 Central Ave., Dunkirk (School 4), 4 to 6 p.m. Free, public invited.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library volunteer group G.N.O.M.E.S.

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

Fredonia Student Composers

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.