MONDAY, DEC. 9

AARP Defensive Driving Class part 1

Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9:30 a.m. Must also attend part 2 Dec. 10.

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

United Senior Citizens luncheon meeting

The Falcon Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 11:30 a.m. Menu: Italian sausage with peppers, onions, baked chicken, asparagus, mashed potatoes with gravy on the side, tossed salad. Send $15 check for each lunch made out to United Senior Citizens, sent to Evonne Hennebery, PO Box 706, Dunkirk, NY 14048 by Dec. 2 deadline.

TUESDAY, DEC. 10

AARP Defensive Driving Class part 2

Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9:30 a.m. Must also attend part 1 Dec. 9.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. Ages 0-7 and their grown-up.

Niagara Mohawk/National Grid retirees Christmas luncheon

Shorewood Country Club, 4958 W. Lake Road, Dunkirk, noon. Reservations required. Call Dorothy Lawrence 716 672-2682.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. STEAM program for elementary students.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

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

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School Christmas concert

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 5:30 p.m. younger students, 6:30 p.m. older students.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary Post 6390 Christmas party

Colony Restaurant, 876 Main Road, Irving, 6 p.m. Bring a toy for the Christmas toy drive, a gift not to exceed $15 for gift exchange.

SOAR Chapter 4-1 Christmas Party

First Ward Falcon Club, Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. All SOAR members, retirees invited. For details, call Jim Bickhart, 716 366-1485.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Winter Solstice Luminaries

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. All ages invited. Pre-registration required to ensure adequate supplies. Call 716 934-3468.

Marion Art Gallery opening reception for fall senior show “See Through”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center gallery, 6 to 9 p.m. Works of the 10 graduating Art majors include ceramic vessels, digital illustrations, animated short films, paintings, drawings. Exhibit continues through Dec. 15.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 meeting

228 Maple Ave., back hall, 6:30 p.m. All members encouraged to attend.

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.

JCC Winter Concert

Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Features the JCC Music Department’s Concert Choir and Concert Band. Free, open to public.

Willowbrook Park Cemetery board monthly meeting

Mackowiak Funeral Home. 56 E. Doughty St., 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 11

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.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Discussion Group

Virtual event, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call Alisha at 716 664-3608. This week’s topic: Dealing with disobedience.

Westfield Alzheimer’s free Social Program (Respite)

First United Methodist Church of Westfield, 101 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Trained volunteers provide arts, crafts, games. Handicapped accessible. Caregivers welcome to stay if there is separation anxiety. For details, call Gail at 716 867-2319.

First United Presbyterian Church of Dunkirk Marsh Memorial Advent Recital

19 W. Fourth St., noon. Trevor Napoli, organ will offer music, opportunity for peaceful reflection, contemplation. Public welcome.

Sinclairville Free Library Early Literacy program “Child’s Play”

15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For ages two to preschool with caregivers. Library Assistant Jessica Huling presents engaging stories, social play, crafts, songs. Siblings also welcome. Register by calling 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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: holiday activity

536 Central Ave., 3 to 4 p.m. Youth will make a stand-up gingerbread boy or girl. Registration required. Call 716 366-2511.

Holiday Whobilation at Chautauqua Safety Village

2695 Route 394, Ashville, 4:30 to 7 p.m., admission $6 per person, all activities included. Ages 2, under free. Take your own picture with Santa, Paw Patrol, Frozen characters, decorate a Christmas cookie with Mrs. Claus, see the North Pole Observation Station, meet the Grinch, visit his lair, watch the Grinch’s storytelling, walk among floats in the interactive stationary parade, make a craft, play skee-ball, Christmas bowling, indoor snowball fight, rodeo bounce, Grinch bingo, use the cars tracks. Admission closes 6:15 p.m. Dress for outdoors.

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 – “We Live in Time”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Florence Pugh, Andrew Garfield star in a romance challenged by the limits of time. $8 at the door, $10 by phone or online.

Lake Shore Coin Club

Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., 7 p.m. Members gather for discussion, raffles, treats and coin sales. Club meets the second Wednesday of the month.

JCC Winter Jam

Jamestown Community College, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. JCC Rock Ensembles performing variety of music in range of styles. Free, open to public.

Phat Cat Swinger: A Not So Silent Night

Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, reserved seating, 7:30 p.m. Level I: $39, Level II $34, Level III $29, Level IV $24. Hollywood’s Hottest Little Big Band blends jazz and rockabilly with unique takes on Christmas classics.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62 monthly meeting

211 Central Ave., 7:30 p.m. Dues for 2025 now payable. All current, new members encouraged to attend.

Fredonia Chamber Orchestra

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

THURSDAY, DEC. 12

Thursday Knitting Group

Trinity Episcopal Church, 11 Day 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.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Beginning Mah Jongg (American)

7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required for this 18+ event. Call 716 672-8051.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. STEAM program for elementary students.

Darwin R. Baker Library presents: Santa’s Workshop

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 to 5:45 p.m. For kids, tweens, teens 5th grade, up. Craft someone a snowflake charm bracelet or snowy lantern ornament. While crafting, sip hot chocolate, nibble on cookies, enjoy a holiday movie. No registration required.

Grief support group meeting

The Four Corners United Methodist Church, corner of 438 and Versailles Plank Road, Irving, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Held the second Thursday of the month. Provides a healing environment through support groups, resources, tools, educational classes. In partnership with Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care. Open to the public. For details, call 716 717-4943.

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.

Jazz at Domus Fare

Domus Fare Restaurant, 41 W. Main St., Fredonia, 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Nick Weiser Quartet: Weiser, piano; Kieran Hanlon, bass; John Bacon, drums; Elliot Scozzaro, saxophone. Reserved seating. For details, see fredoniajazzsociety.com

Northern Chautauqua Amateur Radio Club meeting

Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk, video conference room, second floor, handicapped accessible, 6 p.m. Anyone interested in radio is welcome to attend the meetings held the second Thursday of the month. For details, email ncarc@netsync.net

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.

Collage Performing Arts Center’s Christmas in Our Hometown

1891 Fredonia Opera House. 9 Church St., 7 p.m. All tickets $15.

Miracle on 34th Street – A Live Radio Play

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. $20 adults, students, seniors $18. Attendees will be the live studio audience as 1940’s radio players perform the story complete with music, foley sound effects. Limited seating. Call 814 723-7231 for tickets.

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, DEC. 13

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

CHQ Chamber annual meeting

The White Inn, 52 E. Main St., Fredonia, noon. Speaker: Leslie Zemsky, Vice President and Partner with Larkin Development Group in Buffalo. Register at chqchamber.org. $35 per person.

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.

RTPI Guided Gallery Walk

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Limited to 15 people. Participants must either be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Games, activities for older kids, families.

Lakewood Christmas in the Village

5 to 8 p.m. North Pole photos with Santa at the Village Christmas tree at 5 p.m.; sleigh rides on Chautauqua Avenue at 5 p.m.; outdoor movie “Jack Frost” at Group Ther-Happy at 6 p.m., Christmas caroling at four corners at 6 p.m.

Dunkirk Holiday Parade “Gingerbread Avenue and Candy Cane Lane”

Central Avenue from Third Street to Fifth Street, 6:30 p.m. Pre-parade entertainment: DJ Dance Party with Rudolph at City Hall from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Parade marshall: Bob Patterson; announcers: Andy Bohn, E.J. Hayes. Tree lighting ceremony with Mayor Kate Wdowciasz. View the Gingerbread City of Dunkirk on display at the Stearns Building window next to CIty Hall. Food and refreshments available for purchase at Central Station Restaurant until 7:30 p.m.

Light up the Night at Peek’n Peak

1405 Olde Road, Clymer, 6 to 9 p.m. Holiday-themed drinks, treats, horse-drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa, DJ with holiday tunes. Tree lighting at Gazebo Grill.

Collage Performing Arts Center’s Christmas in Our Hometown

1891 Fredonia Opera House. 9 Church St., 7 p.m. All tickets $15.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The Wizard of Oz””

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com $25 adults, $17 ages 17 and under.

Miracle on 34th Street – A Live Radio Play

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. $20 adults, students, seniors $18. Attendees will be the live studio audience as 1940’s radio players perform the story complete with music, foley sound effects. Limited seating. Call 814 723-7231 for tickets.

Hometown Christmas Concert

Park United Methodist Church, 30 N. Lake St., North East, 7:30 p.m. Featuring North East Choral Club.

SATURDAY, DEC. 14

Breakfast and Skate with Santa at Northwest Arena

319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 9 a.m. Adults $10, kids 10, under $5. Pancakes, ice skating, art, craft. Take a picture with Santa in a holiday wreath. Tickets online at Northwest Arena.

Free picture with Santa

Falconer Power Sports, 1951 E. Main St., Complimentary donuts, coffee from 9 a.m. until gone. Wear favorite Christmas sweater, get 150 Rider Rewards points. Free picture with Santa 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mayville Holiday Market

Town of Chautauqua Offices – 2 Academy St., Mayville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local vendors, 50/50 raffle with proceeds going to Inspire Good of WNY, Inc., holiday music. Free admission.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Lakewood Christmas in the Village

10 a.m. Build a snowman, candy cane relay races at Santa’s Workshop; 10 a.m. make and take Christmas cards, letters to Santa at Lakewood Library; noon sleigh rides on Chautauqua Avenue; Human Library featuring Lissa Marie Redmond at Group Ther-Happy at 1 p.m.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers – Nocturnal Animals

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Children 3 to 8 with an adult. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 8. Paid reservations required by Dec. 12. Snack provided after hike. Dress for weather. Craft if time.

North County Industrial Water District Board of Directors meeting

Sheridan Town Hall, 2773 Route 20, 10 a.m. Sewer District meeting follows. Open to the public.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: holiday activity

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Christmas party with refreshments, Christmas dinosaur to create. Registration required. Call 716 366-2511.

Holidays at the Lodge at RTPI

Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Bird ornament decorating, hot chocolate, visit from Santa at 10 a.m., Maple Grove HS Choir at 11 a.m., Falconer Library Storytime, 11:30 a.m., Pine Valley HS Choir at noon, Switala Voice Studio at 1 p.m., community sing-along at 1:30 p.m. Dem Bones at 2 p.m. Snowy Owl Museum Store open.

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.

Christmas Fest

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 30 Clinton St., North East, noon to 4 p.m. Decorated trees, gift auction, free family activities. Food.

“History Unleashed: Lafayette’s Remarkable Tour of the Greater Western New York Region” book-signing

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Author Christopher Carosa will be present. Free event, open to public.

Sherman’s Small Town Shelter pet parade

Edmund Park, 3 p.m. Anyone who wants to participate can bring their animal dressed up in Christmas attire, including farm animals if desired, for a donation to the shelter. Prizes. Donation requests include non-clumping cat litter, Purina Cat Naturals Cat Food, Purina Dog Chow, chicken only, Caesar Soft Dog Food, Pork Chomps dog treats, Milkbone dog treats, original, 13 gallon trash bags.

Sensory Sensitive Santa at Fenton History Center

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 4 to 6 p.m. Tailored for children, families who may find traditional Santa Claus encounters overwhelming. Caregivers must stay with children. Event is free of charge. Refreshments, gift for all children. For details, call 716 664-6256.

Jamestown High School A Capella 100th anniversary A Cappella Vespers

First Lutheran Church, 120 Chandler St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. Free admission, good-will donations accepted. The alumni Vespers performance has over 300 registered alumni. The 58-voice A Capella Choir features smaller ensembles.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Christmas Ham Dinner

165 Central Ave., Silver Creek. After 4:30 Mass, eat-in only. Ham, cheesy potatoes, green bean casserole, glazed carrots, dessert, drink, $10. Reservations due Dec. 9. Call 716 934-2233.

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

Burch Farms Country Market, 9210 Sidehall Road, North East, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Departs every 30 minutes. Reservations required, includes ride, cookies, cocoa, coffee, mulled apple wine, wine sampling. $200 for up to 16 people. Call 814 725-0747.

Sherman Lighted Tractor parade

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com $25 adults, $17 ages 17 and un

Village of Sherman, 6 p.m.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The Wizard of Oz””

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com $25 adults, $17 ages 17 and under.

Miracle on 34th Street – A Live Radio Play

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. $20 adults, students, seniors $18. Attendees will be the live studio audience as 1940’s radio players perform the story complete with music, foley sound effects. Limited seating. Call 814 723-7231 for tickets.

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts presents: Squirrel Nut Zippers: Christmas Caravan

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. The 90’s revivalists of jazz, klezmer and old time music perform selections from their Christmas Caravan album along with songs from their own catalog. $38 to $57.50. See reglenna.com for tickets.

SUNDAY, DEC. 15

Breakfast with Santa

Randolph American Legion, 8 to 11 a.m.

Cookies and Cocoa with Santa at the White Inn

52 E. Main St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to noon. Join Santa, Mrs. Claus, Buddy the Elf for pictures, activities, cookies.

Mayville Holiday Market

Town of Chautauqua Offices – 2 Academy St., Mayville, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local vendors, 50/50 raffle with proceeds going to Inspire Good of WNY, Inc., holiday music. Free admission.

Northern Chautauqua County Club Associates

Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., 10:30 a.m. Election of officers. All club members invited. Speaker: Kelly Borrello of United Way.

Special disability and sensory inclusive visit with Santa

St. Paul Lutheran Church, 334 Temple St., Fredonia, 2 to 4 p.m. For special needs children and siblings. Free event for children who may find traditional encounters with Santa difficult or overwhelming. Festive refreshments, gifts for all children. Learn more, sign up at stpaulfredonia.org

Hometown Christmas Concert

Park United Methodist Church, 30 N. Lake St., North East, 2 p.m. Featuring North East Choral Club.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The Wizard of Oz””

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. See www.lbltj.com $25 adults, $17 ages 17 and under.

Miracle on 34th Street – A Live Radio Play

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 2 p.m. $20 adults, students, seniors $18. Attendees will be the live studio audience as 1940’s radio players perform the story complete with music, foley sound effects. Limited seating. Call 814 723-7231 for tickets.

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

Burch Farms Country Market, 9210 Sidehall Road, North East, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Departs every 30 minutes. Reservations required, includes ride, cookies, cocoa, coffee, mulled apple wine, wine sampling. $200 for up to 16 people. Call 814 725-0747.

Advent Night Prayer

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Lasts about 30 minutes. All welcome.

MONDAY, DEC. 16

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Grief Support Group

Holy Trinity Parish Central Office Conference Room, 1030 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 to 8 p.m. If interested in attending, call the office at 716 366-2306 and you will be contacted by facilitator Dick Rodriguez.

TUESDAY, DEC. 17

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

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. STEAM program for elementary students.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

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

Free Classic movie at Lake Shore Center of the Arts

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. “Of Human Bondage,” John Cromwell, 1934.

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.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 18

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.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Discussion Group

Virtual event, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call Alisha at 716 664-3608. This week’s topic: Hassle-free shopping..

First United Presbyterian Church of Dunkirk Marsh Memorial Advent Recital

119 W. Fourth St., noon. Dr. JiHyun Woo, organ, Dr. Linda Phillips, piano, will offer music, opportunity for peaceful reflection, contemplation. Public welcome.

Sinclairville Free Library Early Literacy program “Child’s Play”

15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For ages two to preschool with caregivers. Library Assistant Jessica Huling presents engaging stories, social play, crafts, songs. Siblings also welcome. Register by calling 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 presents: Write Focus Writers’ Group

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

THURSDAY, DEC. 19

Thursday Knitting Group

Trinity Episcopal Church, 11 Day 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 presents: Eureka!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. STEAM program for elementary students.

Genealogy Support Group Research Night/Christmas party

Hall House Research Center, 73 Forest Ave., Jamestown, 4 to 8 p.m. Bring Christmas cookies.

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.

Rosary for Peace in the World

This recurring Rosary takes place on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.

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.

Chautauqua County Democratic Committee holiday party

Sheridan VFW 2556 Route 20, 6 to 8 p.m. Local Democratic party members, supporters invited. Michael Bobseine, Susan Parker will be recognized for their dedication. Refreshments, cash bar. Free will donations to PO Box 1218, Dunkirk, NY 14048 or at door. To RSVP, for details, call 716 499-9628..

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly General Membership meeting

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

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, DEC. 20

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

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.

RTPI Guided Gallery Walk

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Limited to 15 people. Participants must either be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Games, activities for older kids, families.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons and Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teen and YA patrons can join in role-playing adventures. Contact the Library Director for details.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Sweater Repair Workshop

7 Day St., Fredonia, 3 to 5 p.m. Adults, children 10+. $12 materials fee. With local artist Emma De La Lane. Repair or embellish sweaters with needle, wet felting.

Lakewood Christmas in the Village

5 to 8 p.m. North Pole photos with Santa at the Village Christmas tree at 5 p.m.; sleigh rides on Chautauqua Avenue at 5 p.m.; outdoor movie “The Santa Claus” at Group Ther-Happy at 6 p.m., Christmas caroling at four corners at 6 p.m.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”

Robert H. Jackson Center’s Cappa Theatre, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Mike Thornton brings a show with an immersive 1940s atmosphere, live sound effects, musical numbers, visit from Santa.

Movies at the Reg – “Love Actually”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Romantic comedy follows 8 couples whose lives intersect shortly before Christmas. Stars Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Collin Firth, Emma Thompson, Laura Linney. $8 at the door, $10 online or via phone.

Struthers Library Theatre presents “Elf”

302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. Classic film starring Will Ferrell. Adults $8, Students, seniors $6.

SATURDAY, DEC. 21

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Lakewood Christmas in the Village

10 a.m. Breakfast with Santa at Lakewood Legion; 10 a.m Build a snowman, candy cane relay races at Santa’s Workshop; 10 a.m. make and take Christmas cards, letters to Santa at Lakewood Library; noon sleigh rides on Chautauqua Avenue; Human Library featuring Rebecca Cuthbert at Group Ther-Happy at 1 p.m.

Fred Basket Food Pantry

Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon. Serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, ZIP code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags given out depends on family size.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: holiday activity

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Make snowflakes with popsicle sticks, jewels, more. Registration required. Call 716 366-2511.

Meet the Author, book signing event with Jill Krzyzanowicz (pen name Margo Reilly)

Next Chapter Book Store, 12 Park Place, Fredonia, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The author’s book “When You Shake the Family Tree” is a sequel to “When the Apple Falls Far from the Tree.”

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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”

Robert H. Jackson Center’s Cappa Theatre, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Mike Thornton brings a show with an immersive 1940s atmosphere, live sound effects, musical numbers, visit from Santa. Another performance at 7 p.m.

St. John’s United Church of Christ meatloaf dinner

733 Central Ave. (via Eagle Street parking lot), Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Eat-in or take-out. $13, includes dessert. Reservations recommended; call 716 366-0710.

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

Burch Farms Country Market, 9210 Sidehall Road, North East, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Departs every 30 minutes. Reservations required, includes ride, cookies, cocoa, coffee, mulled apple wine, wine sampling. $200 for up to 16 people. Call 814 725-0747.

SUNDAY, DEC. 22

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”

Robert H. Jackson Center’s Cappa Theatre, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Mike Thornton brings a show with an immersive 1940s atmosphere, live sound effects, musical numbers, visit from Santa.

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

Burch Farms Country Market, 9210 Sidehall Road, North East, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Departs every 30 minutes. Reservations required, includes ride, cookies, cocoa, coffee, mulled apple wine, wine sampling. $200 for up to 16 people. Call 814 725-0747.

Mistletoe Mile

Gibson Park, North East, Register 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., 1-mile festive fun run at 6. $20, benefits the College Woods walking trail project by 4 NINE.

Advent Night Prayer

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Lasts about 30 minutes. All welcome.