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.

SUNY Fredonia Performing Arts Company presents: “Fairview”

Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Jackie Sibblies Drury explores race, class, stereotypes.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 28

Free Fishing Days in New York

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

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, Bigfoot and Spirit Investigations. Majority of proceeds from Paracon’s $5 admission fee will benefit the Epilepsy 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.

Remembrance Ceremony for Sgt. Kevin W. White

Northlake Recreation Center, 38 Nichols Ave., Westfield. 9 a.m. Westfield Boys and Girls modified soccer, 10 a.m. Northlake Surge Soccer, finishing with a ceremony honoring Sgt. White’s memory, sacrifice, followed by Westfield boys and girls varsity soccer games at 11 a.m. Community welcome to attend the ceremony.

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.

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.

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 over 100 local vendors; tour museum, Grist Mill, many food trucks, 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 popcorn bar at Assembly of God Church; 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.

SUNY Fredonia Performing Arts Company presents: “Fairview”

Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Jackie Sibblies Drury explores race, class, stereotypes.

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 over 100 local vendors; tour museum, Grist Mill, many food trucks, 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.

SUNY Fredonia Performing Arts Company presents: “Fairview”

Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 2 p.m. Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Jackie Sibblies Drury explores race, class, stereotypes.