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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.
Fredonia Fire Department open house
80 W. Main St., noon to 5 p.m. Equipment demonstrations at 12:30, 2:30. 4 p.m. CPR demos, info about fire extinguishers, safety at home, vitals check station, information about volunteer opportunities, For kids: pumpkin decorating, coloring, obstacle course, Firefighter Fitness Station. Family fitness classes in lower pavilion at 1:30, 3:30 p.m. Tour museum, fire station. Free hot dogs, drinks available.
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.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua County Worship service focused on climate
222 Temple St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. Members of the Green Sanctuary Team will lead a service on Climate Justice Revival, followed by a bite to eat and opportunity to engage in climate justice Zoom access also available.
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.
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.
New York State Equal Rights Amendment panel discussion
SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, room S204, 11 a.m. Speakers English Professor Jeanette McVickers, who will address the LBTQ community; Associate Professor Jonathan Chausovsky who will give a constitutional perspective; B.J Stasio, advocate for people with disabilities. Free event, open to public. Light refreshments. Free lunch at noon.
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.