THURSDAY, JUNE 26

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.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

Main Street, Forestville, 2 to 6 p.m. A variety of fruits, vegetables and more.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Color Our World Summer Reading Kick-Off Event: Tie-Dye Party

Ball park behind the library, which is at 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 4 to 7 p.m. Sign up for summer reading program. Bring an item to tie-dye, i.e. mostly cotton t-shirt, pillowcase, dishcloth (don’t have to be new). Register for event 716 934-3468.

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.

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:Navigating Changing Seasons.

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.

Celebrate Recovery 12 step support program

Forestville United Methodist Church, 3 Park St., 6 to 8 p.m. Faith-based way to resolve hangups, habits, hurts. Everything said remains confidential.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert – Classic Rock Night

6 p.m. opener: “Backlog.” 7:15 p.m. headliner: “Grand Illusion – The Music of Styx.” Concession vendors, Boardwalk, pier merchants open. Bring folding chair.

Beats at the Brix featuring Furious George

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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Virtual book club

15 Main St., 7:30 p.m. This month’s selection: “The God of the Woods,” by Liz Miller. Register at sinclairvillelibrary.org

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 27

9th Annual WNY Heroes Veterans’ Fishing Day

Chadwick Bay Marina, 17 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Fishing on Lake Erie. Lunch provided. Hosted by Steel Outdoors Group.

Cherry Creek community-wide yard sales

Findley Lake Around-the-Lake Yard Sale

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Virtual, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For parents of teenagers. Free event. To register and for details, call 716 664-3608 ext. 110. This week’s topic: Building teenagers’ survival skills.

Sinclairville Samplers

Sinclairville Free Library, 15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

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

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

Teacher Appreciation Day at Liberty Vineyards, Merritt Winery, Woodbury Winery, and Willow Creek Vineyards

Teachers: celebrate a job well done and the end of the school year with free wine tastings, snacks, and 10% off wine purchases to go. Must present school ID.

American Legion Post 62 Craig Sutton Memorial Car Show

211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 1 to 5 p.m. Also music, basket raffle.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 4 p.m. For all who love handiwork. Ages 10, older, all skill levels. Bring own supplies. If getting started, for knitting bring size 10/10.5 bamboo needles, light-colored worsted weight yarn #4. For crochet, bring size H hook, light-colored worsted weight yarn #4. Learn or work with others on projects. No registration required, no weekly commitment needed.

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.: bird craft, 7 p.m.: birds of prey walk.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring acoustic singer/songwriter Jesse Smith 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.

Collins Public Library presents: “Creek Bend” in concert

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

SATURDAY, JUNE 28

Lew Mead Memorial Youth Fishing Tournament

DEC Launch, 7 to 11:30 a.m. Sponsored by Cassadaga Lakes Association. Rain date June 29.

Chautauqua Sheriff’s New York Boaters’ Safety Class

Town of Mina Community Center, 2883 North Road, Findley Lake, 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. Registration required.

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.

Cassadaga Village Beach program opening

Beach opens daily with lifeguards on duty noon to 5 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.

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.

Findley Lake Around-the-Lake Yard Sale

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Art in the Wilds Fine Arts Fair

Evergreen Park, Kane, PA., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See [http://www..artinthewilds.org]www..artinthewilds.org for details.

Art in the Wilds Fine Arts Fair

Evergreen Park, Kane, PA., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. See [http://www..artinthewilds.org]www..artinthewilds.org for details.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Gender Diversity in the Natural World

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Adults $8, Nature Center members $6, ages 9 to 15 $6. Guided walk with Miles Hilton.

Cherry Creek’s annual Independence Day celebration

Cherry Creek Ball Field, Main Street, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Yard sales; craft, food vendors; 50/50; midway amusements; beer/wine tent; family activities; chainsaw carving demonstrations; classic car cruise-in; music by DJ Bobby, Little Miss, Mister Cherry Creek contest; alpacas; auction; 1:30 p.m. Weidner’s chicken barbecue; 4 p.m. parade; 7 p.m. music with Party McFly; 10 p.m. fireworks.

Community Block Party

Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free event, open to public. Live music, art tent, community partners, special book sale, food trucks, artisan vendors, games. Fun for all ages.

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.

Fenton History Center Historic Tour: Military Tour at Lake View Cemetery

Meet at Lake View Cemetery office, 907 Lakeview Avenue, Jamestown. First tour begins at 1, second at 2:30 p.m. Highlights six veterans buried at the cemetery. Tour guide: Barb Cessna. $12 members, $8 non-members. Limit 20. Register at 716 664-6256.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Book Club

7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Discuss “Klara and the Sun,” by Kazuo Ishguro.

Movies at the Reg: ” A Minecraft Movie”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Four misfits are pulled through a portal into the Overworld, must embark on a magical quest with a crafter to return to the real world. Tickets $7 at box office, $9 online or by phone.

Amateur Radio Field Day

Luensman Overlook Park, 7896 Thayer Road, Portland, begins at 2 p.m. Public welcome.

Weidner’s chicken barbecue to benefit North Carolina hurricane victims

Pillar of Fire Fellowship, 221 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 3 to 6 p.m. $15 includes half chicken, salt potatoes, baked beans, dinner roll. Drive-through only. Call 716 680-2083.

Mayville’s Saturday Evening Market

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

Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy “EveryBODY OUTside”

Rappole Barn, 4550 Maple Springs-Ellery Road, Bemus Point, 6 to 8 p.m. Film screening of Mikah Meyer’s “Canyon Chorus,” panel discussion on accessibility, inclusion needs with speakers Kaycee Colburn, Andrea DiMaio, Miles Hilton. Bonfire. Can bring own beverage. RSVP at www.chautauquawatershed.org/events

Cinema Series: “The Last Rodeo”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Retired rodeo legend (Neal McDonough) risks it all to save his grandson as he tries to reconcile with his family.. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.