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TUESDAY, MAY 13

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Ages 0 to 7 with a 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.

Memory Cafe

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Third floor Media Arts Studie, enter at 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, noon to 1:30 p.m. Free respite, arts program for those with memory issues, their caregivers, family friends. Music performances, crafts, easy activities, light refreshments. Participate or observe. Register at 716 484-7070 by the prior day. Donations welcome. This month: performers Madness Most Discreet lead attendees in beginning level theater games; engage together in short performance.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka! STEAM program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

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.

Opening reception for WNY artist Susan M. Palys

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 S. Park Ave., Buffalo, 5 to 7 p.m. Palys’ solo gallery show features 30 floral-inspired artworks.

Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care Designer Bag Bingo

Blessed Mary Angela Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk. Doors open at 5, bingo begins at 6 p.m. Tickets $35 single. $30 per person table of 8. Additional cards, wallet raffle tickets $1 each. Bring own food, beverages. Reservations at 716 338-0033.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

Chautauqua County Department of Planning, Development public meeting about Vineyard Drive Complete Streets project

Quality Inn Hotel, 3925 Vineyard Drive, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Formal presentation at 6 p.m. View design plans, speak with planners, offer feedback, learn of timeline.

Cassadaga Valley Central School District Board of Education budget meeting

5935 Route 60, Sinclairville, Middle/High School Multi-Purpose room, 7 p.m.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library, Historical Society of Brocton & Portland present: Threads of History

Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Guest speakers: Mr. George Travis, Mrs. Ann Wood. Also via Facebook livestream.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 meeting

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m. Elections of officers.

Villenova Burial Association spring meeting

Villenova Town Hall, 1094 Butcher Road, South Dayton, 6:30 p.m. Anyone who owns a lot or who has family buried in the Villenova Cemetery encouraged to attend.

Fredonia Central School District presents: Advanced Music Program

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 7 p.m.

Sons of the American Legion Post 434 meeting

Brocton Legion, 110 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Election of officers.

Willowbrook Park Cemetery meeting

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

Catholic Men’s Faith and Fellowship meeting

Holy Trinity Central Office conference room, 1030 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Open to all Catholic men. For details, contact Ron Cinelli at rncinelli@gmail.com

Free fly-tying fishing classes

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello 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 Luckiest Man in the World”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Based on a true story, Ohio ice cream truck driver (Paul Walter Hauser) steps into the game show “Press Your Luck,” harboring a secret: the key to endless money. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14

Tops NY 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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Through the Eyes of a Friend (Holocaust)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. or 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

Cardinal Mindszenty Class of 1965 60th Class Reunion planning meeting

Buddy Brewsters, 14050 Bennett Road, Fredonia, noon. All class members invited to attend.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Mah Jongg (American) open play session

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. No registration required.

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 41 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.

Gowanda Central School District Art Department K-12 Art Show

Gowanda Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Awards at 6:30 p.m. Free, public welcome.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “Guardians of the Constitution”

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6 to 7 p.m. Speakers Matthew Steillen, Anthony Michael Kreis. Explores the case “Marbury v. Madison” (1803) which establishes the court’s right to declare laws as unconstitutional.

Gowanda Central School District Meet the Board of Education candidates night

High school library, remotely via Facebook Live.

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: “The Luckiest Man in America”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on a true story, Ohio ice cream truck driver (Paul Walter Hauser) steps into the game show “Press Your Luck,” harboring a secret: the key to endless money. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Lecture Series:Constitutional Issues Facing the Supreme Court at Fenton History Center

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Randy Elf will discuss issues facing the Supreme Court regarding the First Amendment. Free event, donations appreciated. Public welcome.

THURSDAY, MAY 15

Pine Valley Junior/Senior High School Community Blood Bank drive

7755 Highway 83, South Dayton, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Must be at least 17, 16 with parental consent, at least 110 pounds, no tattoos or piercings in prior 3 months. Eat prior to donating, bring photo ID.

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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Through the Eyes of a Friend (Holocaust)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

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. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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. Other activities 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.

Anderson-Lee Farm Market

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., behind the library. Fresh produce at affordable prices until sold out. Accepts SNAP, cash, credit/debit cards. In partnership with FeedMore WNY.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium Afterschool Elementary program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 5:45 p.m.

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.

ArtScape Art opening reception

Chautauqua Art Gallery, 318 N. Main St., Jamestown, 5 p.m. Meet artists, then head to Pearl City Clay House, 220 E. Second St. at 5:45.

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.

CHPC Monarch Chronicles grief support session

6 W. Main St., Fredonia, 5:30 to 7 p.m. or 20 W. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Call for details RSVP 716 338-0033, ext 212. Topic: Facing the Future – Grief and Moving Forward.

St. Monica Prayer group

Holy Trinity Central Office conference room, 1030 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.

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.

Third Thursday Jamestown

Wintergarden Plaza, 313 N. Main St., 6 to 9 p.m. Free event. This month: theatrical performances by Madness Most Discreet at 6; 8 p.m.

Chautauqua County Board of Health quarterly meeting

HRC Building, Fourth floor conference room, 7 N. Erie St., Mayville, 6 p.m. To attend, call 716 753-4082.

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly General Membership meeting

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

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters Circle Series

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 p.m. $10. Local singers/songwriters. This month features Sonny Mayo, Paul Wassenburger, Justin Williams, Doug Wilcox.

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/.

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