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THURSDAY, MAY 29

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: 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; puppies at the library

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children all ages. Stories, crafts, games. Other activities Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468. Help socialize a litter of border collies

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.

Jamestown Tarp Skunks season home opener

Russell E. Diethrick Jr. Park, 485 Falconer St. Tailgating starts at 5 p.m., bounce house, food truck, concert featuring Porecelain Bus Drives before game at 6:30 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.

Danza Performing Arts Academy presents: “MOVE”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theater, 7 p.m. 29th production. $15.

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, MAY 30

Village of Lakewood Community wide garage/yard sales

Maps available.

CHQ Professionals Group networking event “Understanding the Generation Mix at Work”

White Inn, 1 E. Main St., Fredonia, 8 a.m. to noon. Open to all professionals, includes breakfast, workshop facilitated by Cindy Aronson. $5. For details, call 716 363-3770.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Virtual, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For parents of teens. Free event. To register, call 716 664-3608. This week’s topic: Reducing Family Conflict.

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.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Porcelain Train

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Full access to the museum and exhibits, complimentary drink from the Southern Tier Brewing Company or the RTPI bar, light bites by Elegant Edibles Catering, live music. Access to current exhibits. Members: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Non-members: $18 in advance, $20 at door.

Museum Preview Night – Lafayette in Fredonia exhibition

Barker Museum, 7 Day St., Fredonia, 5:30 p.m. Part of Marquis de Lafayette Bicentennial Celebration. For details visit www.barkermuseum.org

Collins Public Library presents: “Kokomo Time Band” in concert

2341 Main St., Collins. Doors open 6:30 p.m., concert at 7. Free, open to public. Features upbeat oldies.

Danza Performing Arts Academy presents: “MOVE”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theater, 7 p.m. 29th production. $15.

Movies at the Reg: “The Legend of Ochi”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. A Carpathian farm girl discovers a wounded baby ochi, and despite being raised to fear the species, escapes on a quest to bring him home. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

SATURDAY, MAY 31

Village of Lakewood Community wide garage/yard sales

Maps available.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Route 5 and Washington Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m to 2 p.m. To apply as a vendor, contact Brian Meyer at 716 680-0958.

Chautauqua Sheriff’s New York Boaters’ Safety Class

Lawson Center Boat Museum, 73 Lakeside Drive, Bemus Point,

8 a.m. to 4 p.m., includes lunch break. Free class, but $10 for required permanent boater card upon successful completion of course. Needed by all motorized boat, personal watercraft operators, regardless of age. Register at https://parks.ny.gov/recreation/boating/education.aspx

Westfield Flea Market

Moore Park, E. Main St., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vintage, antiques, unique oddities, clothing, jewelry items, more.

Bemus Point Track Club presents:Buns on the Run 5K walk/run

Bemus Point Village Park, 1 Lakeside Drive. Registration 8 a.m., race at 9 a.m. $32.50 for walk or run. Prizes. Post-race light refreshments.

Blessed Mary Angela Holy Name Society final can, bottle drive

BMA Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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.

Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle book club meeting

3 Lakes Café,11 S. Main St., Cassadaga, 9 to 10:15 a.m. Hosted by Erin Gray. Book selection: “The Queens of Crime: A Novel” by Marie Benedict.

Embrace Fredonia community clean-up day

Meet at Barker Common Visitors’ Booth, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plant flowers in downtown area. Coffee, hot chocolate, donuts provided in morning for volunteers, pizza in afternoon.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Barker Common, outdoors downtown Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association spring tractor pull

4578 Cemetery Road, Stockton. Scales open at 9 a.m. Garden tractors 10 a.m., farm tractors noon. Proceeds benefit CCAEA 50th annual show.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Beautification Day

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Meet and Greet event for WNY artist Susan M. Palys

Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, 2655 S. Park Ave., Buffalo, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Palys’ solo gallery show features 30 floral-inspired artworks.

Fenton History Center Jamestown Historic Churches Tour

Begins at 10:30 a.m. at SS. Peter & Paul, 508 Cherry St., then Emmanuel Temple Church, 1015 N. Main St., then Christ First United Methodist Church, 663 Lakeview Ave. Tour guide: Cindy Dustin. $12 members, $8 non-members. Limit 20. Register at 716 664-6256.

Book Series Launch for local author Nick Smith’s “Whiskers in the Dark”

Next Chapter Book Store, 12 Park Place, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Smith will discuss his craft, sign books at a discounted price. Portion of sales will go to Literacy Volunteers of Chautauqua County.

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.

North East PA presents: Taste of Summer

Gibson Park, noon to 5 p.m. Food trucks, specialty food vendors, local beer, wine, craft drinks, downtown shops , live music.

Live at the Met: Il Barbieri di Sivigli

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $20, $18 Opera House members, $10 students. Rossini’s comedy.

Liberty Vineyards & Winery presents: DIY & W(h)ine

2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 1 to 3 p.m. Chat with friends and sip wine while you create a decoupaged flower pot. Take your creation home with you. $15 includes instruction, materials, glass of wine. Tickets at libertywinery.com or call 716-672-4520

Darwin R. Barker Museum presents: Grand Opening of Lafayette in Fredonia Exhibition

7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 to 5 p.m. Part of Marquis de Lafayette Bicentennial Celebration. For details visit www.barkermuseum.org

Hanover Memorial Post #148 annual meat raffle

13 N. Main St., Silver Creek, 3 to 7 p.m. Raffle includes burgers, chicken, strip steaks, Italian sausage, ribs, hot dogs. Basket drawing, 50/50. food/pop/beer.

John W. DIll Post 434 American Legion meat raffle

110 W. Main St., Brocton, 6 p.m. Benefits Brocton-Portland Little League. Number of cash drawings held.

Danza Performing Arts Academy presents: “MOVE”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theater, 7 p.m. 29th production. $15.

Gowanda Moose Club 1382 Rock the Moose Scholarship Fund Luau Style

201 Aldrich St., 3 to 7 p.m. music by Good Medicine, 7 to 10 p.m. DNR on Tap, $10 entry, $15 brisket dinner includes brisket, baked beans, slaw, salt potatoes, roll. Also basket raffle, 50/50.

Beats at the Brix featuring Midnight Recovery

21 Brix Winery, 6654 W. Main Road, Portland., 7 to 9 p.m. Free admission, but wine or beer purchase required.

SUNDAY, JUNE 1

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association spring tractor pull

4578 Cemetery Road, Stockton. Scales open at 9 a.m. Farm tractors noon. Proceeds benefit CCAEA 50th annual show.

Busti Farm Day

Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m to 5 p.m. Farmers market, museum, working grist mill, food trucks, historical demos, antique equipment, tractors display, horse-drawn carriage rides, pony rides, other kids’ activities. Adults $5, under age 12 free.

Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue benefit for 11-year-old cancer patient Jace Haase

Lucky Lanes Bowling Center, 10837 Bennett Road, Fredonia, 11 a.m. Drive-through only. $15 presale.

Sinclairville Volunteer Fire Company chicken barbecue

Fire Hall, 30 Main St., noon. $15. Half chicken, scalloped potatoes, roll, pickles, fruit cup, cookie. Dine in or take out. Chicken halves $8 each.

North East PA presents: Taste of Summer

Gibson Park, noon to 5 p.m. Food trucks, specialty food vendors, local beer, wine, craft drinks, downtown shops, live music.

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 Register at auduboncnc.org/June-first-sunday

Darwin R. Barker Museum presents: “Tea with the Marquis”

Grange No. 1, 58 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Ticketed event. Part of Marquis de Lafayette Bicentennial Celebration. For details visit www.barkermuseum.org

Lafayette Historical marker unveiling

Ripley Public Library, 64 W. Main St., 2 p.m. Ripley Town Historian Dr. John Hamel will present the marker recognizing the bicentennial of General Lafayette’s return to the U.S. Program by author Chris Corosa, whose book about Lafayette’s return will be available for purchase.

SINGO (Rock Bar Vibes) at Liberty Vineyards

2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 3 to 5 p.m. Like bingo but with your favorite tunes. Listen for the songs and mark your card. If you get five in a row, yell “Singo!” and win a great prize from Liberty. Free to attend and play. Beverages and snacks available for purchase.

She Sings Cafe presents: She is Safe book study

95 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 4 p.m. Discussion of “Healing from Hidden Abuse,” by Shannon Thomas. Text 412 608-7194 to RSVP.

Legendary: A Tribute to Iconic Voices at The Spire

Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Tribute to Aretha Franklin, Judy Garland, Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, Liza Minnelli, Mamas & Papas. Music by In Crowd. $15 presale at InspireJamestown.com, $20 at door. Proceeds benefit the Spire’s Raise the Roof Fund.

MONDAY, JUNE 2

Memory Cafe

National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. For people living with memory loss plus caregivers, family. Experience museum’s interactive touch-screen exhibits, theater presentations at own pace. Socialize, refreshments. Complimentary event. Guest presenters. Pre-register at ComedyCenter.org/memorycafe.

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 Central Office conference room, 1030 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Those interested should call the office at 716 366-2306 and will be contacted by facilitator Dick Rodriguez.

John T. Murray VFW Post 1017 meeting

113 Deer St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library G.N.O.M.E.S. Library Volunteer Group

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

TUESDAY, JUNE 3

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.

Dunkirk Steam Station picnic

Point Gratiot large pavilion, Dunkirk, noon.

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.

Chautauqua County Planning Board meeting

Mayville Gerace Office Building, room 331, 3 N. Erie St., 4 p.m. For details, call 716 363-3623.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Museum presents: Historical Reenactment and Festival

Barker Common, Fredonia, 4:45 to 5:15 p.m. Drum and Fife musical performance – Fredonia High School Band Ensemble; 5:15 to 5:30 p.m. performance of Yankee Doodle by Boys & Girls Club Ensemble; 5:30 to 5:50 p.m. ballet performance by Infinity Dance Academy; 6 to 6:20 p.m. Lafayette arrives in horse-drawn carriage; 6:30 to 8 p.m. musical performance. For details visit www.barkermuseum.org

St. Joseph’s bingo

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

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

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4

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.

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, 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.

Celoron Rib-Fest

47 Dunham Ave., 3 to 10 p.m. vendors, kids’ zone, food. No pets or coolers. Rock, country music by Dan Douglas Band at the Lucy Desi Band Stand from 6 to 9 p.m.

Southern Tier Triathlon Club Triathlon

Cassadaga Beach, 5:45 p.m. Wilson Endurance Sports. Register at 716 353-1288.

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 Author chat with Rebecca Colt Aslan

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Author discusses her book “Some Truths Lie Beneath.”

Movies at the Reg: “Pride”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. In 1984, a London-base group of gay, lesbian activists raise money to support the striking National Union of Mineworkers; set off to a tiny village in Wales to donate in person. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Darwin R. Barker Museum presents: Period Barn Dance

Grange No. 1, 58 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Part of Marquis de Lafayette Bicentennial Celebration. For details visit www.barkermuseum.org

THURSDAY, JUNE 5

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.

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.

Celoron Rib-Fest

47 Dunham Ave., 3 to 10 p.m. vendors, kids’ zone, food. No pets or coolers. A variety of music by A Strange Kind of Sunshine at the Lucy Desi Band Stand from 6 to 9 p.m.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium Afterschool Elementary program

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

Dan Palmer Athletic Lobby Dedication and Website Launch

Dunkirk City School District Athletic Entrance on Marauder Drive, 5 p.m. Community event. All members of public welcome.

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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book Club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 p.m. Read, discuss novels ranging from classics to contemporary. Reserve titles online, at the library or call 716 366-2511.

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:Making a Home for Grief.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The U.S. Department of Justice, Then and Now

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Conversation with legal scholars Barbara L. Mcquade, John Q. Barrett, followed by reception, book signing.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Museum presents: “Georges Washington Lafayette” Lecture by Paul Scheeler

7 Day St., Steele Room, Fredonia, 7 p.m. Part of Marquis de Lafayette Bicentennial Celebration. For details visit www.barkermuseum.org

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Open Mic session

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Attendees can share their poetry, prose or music selection.

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, JUNE 6

Dunkirk Walleye Festival

City pier. 6 a.m. take-off. Weigh-in show/prizes for Primitive Patriot Outdoors WNY Walleye Classic at 5 p.m. Big Fish Friday with Scott Celani’s Band Tom Petty Tribute 7 to 10 p.m.

Village of Fredonia Attic and Seller Days

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Maps available at Barker Common Visitors Booth $2 cash.

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

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

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.

Celoron Rib-Fest

47 Dunham Ave., 3 to 11 p.m. vendors, kids’ zone, food. No pets or coolers. Variety of music by Taylor Remaid at the Lucy Desi Band Stand from 8 to 11 p.m.

First Friday in Westfield

Main Street, Westfield, 5 to 8 p.m. Open shops, local street vendors, live music, delicious food.

Merritt Estate Winery’s 44th Annual Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, 5 to 10 p.m., free admission. Craft vendors, food, wine, craft beer, wine slush! Balloon artist, bounce house, strawberry desserts. Rain or shine! No outside food and beverage permitted. No vending, concert 7 to 10 p.m. Music: Ten Cent Howl; Uncle Ben’s Remedy.

Lake Erie State Park program

5838 Route 5, Brocton. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at recreation hall. 5:30 p.m.: Friendship bracelets, 7 p.m.: Majestic Mammals.

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad Wine Tasting Ride

Perry Street Station, 409 S. Perry St., Titusville, arrive by 5 p.m. for departure at 6 p.m., 3 hour ride. $45 per person. Includes 1 oz. tastings of 6 to 8 of Sidetrack Winery’s offerings. Ages 21+, ID required. Reservations required, call 814 676-1733. Dress for weather.

Collage Performing Arts Center presents: “All That Dance”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7 p.m. Tickets $15 at the college box office or available at the door.

1891 Fredonia Opera House presents: “And the TONY Goes To …

9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Performers Julie and Scott Costantini, Jennifer Davis, Jim Foley, Katie Ryan, Christopher Switala, Steve Wendell, Holly Weston perform songs of 50 years of Broadway best musical nail biter contests for the top award. $15 adults, $5 students.

SATURDAY, JUNE 7

Dunkirk Flea Market

Route 5 and Washington Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m to 2 p.m. To apply as a vendor, contact Brian Meyer at 716 680-0958.

Dunkirk Walleye Festival

City pier. 7 a.m. shotgun start. Weigh-in for Primitive Patriot Outdoors WNY Walleye Classic at 5 p.m. Music by The Committed 1 to 3 p.m.; West of the Mark 7 to 10 p.m.

Westfield Flea Market

Moore Park, E. Main St., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vintage, antiques, unique oddities, clothing, jewelry items, more.

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.

Village of Fredonia Attic and Seller Days

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Maps available at Barker Common Visitors Booth $2 cash.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Barker Common, outdoors downtown Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

1891 Fredonia Opera House bake sale, basket raffle

Barker Common West, Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funds raised support the Opera House’s overall programming.

St. John’s United Church of Christ yard sale

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Jamestown Pride

Downtown Jamestown

Sherman Community Yard Sales and Minerva Library book sale

Sherman area, Minerva Library, 116 Miller St., 9 a.m. to noon. Book purchases by donation.

Matthew Hazelton Memorial 5K Run/Walk

Clarion Hotel Pavilion, Lake Shore Drive E., 9:30 a.m. Hosted by Dunkirk Police Benevolent Association.

Silver Creek Kiwanis Club Children’s Fair

Silver Creek Ball Park, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Bounce houses, pony rides, wagon rides, duck races, basket raffles, entertainment including magician Don Rogers, more.

Cassadaga Branch of Seymour Library presents: Scavenger hunt, pancake breakfast

165 Maple Ave., Cassadaga, Start between 10 a.m. to noon. Gather clues at nearby locations, return to library, enjoy pancakes. Can stay to play games, build LEGOs, or check out books. Free family event.

Long Point State Park program: Mountain bike group ride

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. 10 to 11 a.m. Dress for weather. Meet at upper picnic parking lot.

Fenton History Center Jamestown’s Hidden Alleys

Begins at 10:30 a.m. at Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St. Learn about the “impolite” realities of the industrial movement in the last half of the nineteenth century. $12 members, $8 non-members. Limit 20. Register at 716 664-6256.

Celoron Rib-Fest

47 Dunham Ave., 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. vendors, kids’ zone, food. No pets or coolers. Cruise-in at noon. Classic rock music by Smokin’ 45 at the Lucy Desi Band Stand from 8 to 11 p.m.

Gowanda Moose Club 1382 Women’s luncheon “Tea and Talk”

201 Aldrich St., doors open at 11, lunch at 11:45 a.m. Inspirational talk. $5 donation. Vendors, basket raffle, 50/50. RSVP to Julie 716 574-6944.

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.

CHPC Service of Remembrance, Memorial Butterfly Release

Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care Lakewood office, 20 W. Fairmount Ave., 1 p.m. or watch online at CHPC Facebook page. Order butterflies for $10 each by June 3 at chpc.care/butterfly. Staff will release butterflies for those unable to attend.

Lake Erie State Park program

5838 Route 5, Brocton. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at recreation hall. 1 p.m.: Trees of Lake Erie.

Collage Performing Arts Center presents: “All That Dance”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m. Tickets $15 at the college box office or available at the door. Another performance at 7 p.m.

Tia Book Cellar presents: “In Conversation with Paul Komorowski and Cindy Riefstahl”

15 W. Main St., North East, PA. 3 p.m. Honors the work of the late Robert B. Riefstahl, author of award-winning “Sugar Reports and homemade Dill Pickles: A Sweet & Bitter WWII Love Story.”

Mayville’s Saturday Evening Market

Train Depot, 16 Water St., Mayville, 4 to 8 p.m. Food, vendors, special events.

Merritt Estate Winery’s 44th Annual Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, 5 to 10 p.m., free admission. Craft vendors, food, wine, craft beer, wine slush! Balloon artist, bounce house, strawberry desserts. Rain or shine! No outside food and beverage permitted. Music: noon to 3 p.m.: Dark Horse Run Band; 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Black Widow; 7 to 10 p.m. The Strictly Hip.

Chautauqua County Historical Society Gala

McClurg Museum, 20 E. Main St., Westfield, 6 to 8 p.m. Annual fundraiser celebrates CCHS’s achievements, ongoing mission. Hors d’oeuvres, refreshments. $50, reservations 716 326-2977. Proceeds benefit CCHS programs, including museum restoration. Tent set up in park for seating. Tour museum, view exhibits. 9th NY Cavalry Civil War reenactment group will stage encampment all weekend.

Sons of the American Legion Post 59 meat bingo and raffle

156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 6 to 9 p.m. NY strip steaks, burgers, Sahlen’s hot dogs, sausage links, baby back ribs, chicken, prime rib. Special bingos/raffles in between, including Tuscany gift cards; jewelry! Special barbecue grilling package Door prizes, 50/50. Proceeds assist with Post 59 functions; Boys’ and Girls’ State sponsorships; veteran’s needs within the community. Members, eligible guests.

SUNDAY, JUNE 8

Dunkirk Walleye Festival

City pier. Winner of tournament will win a guided fishing trip with pro angler/National Walleye Tour Championship finalist Craig Sleeman, who also conducts free kids’ fishing clinic, tournament at 8 a.m.

Village of Fredonia Attic and Seller Days

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Maps available at Barker Common Visitors Booth $2 cash.

Grounded: Mind/Body/Soul Festival

Long Point State Park, 4459 route 430, Bemus Point, 9:30 to 3 p.m. Community, oneness, yoga, dance, meditation, journaling, workshops, healing, shopping, food, transforming, energy. $49.87. For details, see groundedfestivals@gmail.com

South Dayton Volunteer Fire Company tractor pull

Firemen’s Grounds, 34 Maple St., South Dayton, gates open at 10 a.m., $10 hitch fee. Pull begins at noon, $5 admission. For details, call Dave Ivett 716 679-8876.

Merritt Estate Winery’s 44th Annual Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, noon to 6:30 p.m., free admission. Craft vendors, food, wine, craft beer, wine slush! Balloon artist, bounce house, strawberry desserts. Rain or shine No outside food and beverage permitted. Music: noon to 3 p.m.: Sequins The Band; 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Run Away Train.

Southern Tier Brewing Company presents: United Way Day

3072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, noon to 6 p.m. Percentage of day’s sales will be donated to UWCHQ. Family-friendly, pet-friendly. Music by Bill Ward, Derek Davis, Watch Your Step, In Crowd.

MONDAY, JUNE 9

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Memory Cafe Drag Lunch with Lips Poppin

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. Features Jamestown professional drag queen company. Music performances, light refreshments. Participate or observe. Register at 716 484-7070 by the prior day. Donations welcome.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Flower Pounding Class with Brenda Nickerson

15 Main St., 6 p.m. $10 fee. Register at 716 962-5885.

TUESDAY, JUNE 10

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.

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

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

Silver Creek music in the park presents: “Barnstorm”

Village Ball Park, 6 to 9 p.m. Bring own chairs, coolers. Food trucks, vendors on site. Classic cars welcome.

Cassadaga Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 meeting

228 Maple Ave., 6 p.m. Pot-luck dinner, followed by meeting, installation of officers.

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.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11

Hope and Healing Conference

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Exploration of vital topics in mental health, substance use, suicide, grief. $75. Breakout sessions, hope talks, resource fair. Lunch provided. For details, registration, contact Kim LaCross at kim@preventionworks.us

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.

Dunkirk Farmers Market

Dunkirk Senior Center Pavilion, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, contact E. J. Hayes at 716 366-9876.

Fenton History Center presents: Joseph Ellicott, A Historical Portrayal

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 1 p.m. Daniel Upton portrays Holland Land Company chief surveyor and land agent Joseph Ellicott in 1824. Free event, public welcome. Donations appreciated.

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, 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: Bibliomaniacs Book Club

Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, JUNE 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert – Soul Night

6 p.m. opener: The Untouchables. 7:15 p.m. headliner: “The Breeze.” Concession vendors, Boardwalk, pier merchants open. Bring folding chair.

Strawberry Social with Cassadaga Community Concert Band

Cassadaga Beach, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Presented by Citizens for a Better Cassadaga.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Al & Marge Brown lecture on WWII with author Leon Carroll Jr.

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. Carroll is a retired special agent with NCIS, served as technical advisor for NCIS TV show for twenty years. Can purchase his book “Ghosts of Honolulu,” which deals with the real-life espionage story leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor. Free event. Limited space, RSVP 716 483-6646.

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, JUNE 13

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

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

Yassou Festival

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 15 Francis St., Jamestown. Traditional Greek food, pastries, George’s Greek hot dogs, boutique, church tours, Greek Bouzouki music, Greek dancing.

20th anniversary Vintage Snowmobile Club of America National Championship Show

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.. General admission $10 per day, 3 day pass for $20. Children 15, under free.

Lake Erie State Park program

5838 Route 5, Brocton. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at recreation hall. 5:30 p.m.: Kids’ insect craft, 7 p.m.: Firefly fun facts, Nature walk..

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: “Duke Bluebeard’s Castle”

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. One-Act Opera by Bela Bartok. Online tickets adults $17.85, seniors $12.51, students $7.18. See gowandahollywoodtheater.com

Main Street Studios presents: “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. A musical reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors. The story follows Joseph, who is blessed with vivid dreams that foretell the future. $15. For tickets, details, see www.mainstreetstudios.org.

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