THURSDAY, JULY 24

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: Storytime with Guest Artist Chloe Vecchio

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 12. Explore kindness with books, art project inspired by Shel Silverstein’s book “The Giving Tree.” Pre-registration required. 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.

Infinity Drum Circle

James Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, front lawn, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Drums, other percussion instruments provided or bring own.

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.

Infinity Drum Circle

James Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, front lawn, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Drums, other percussion instruments provided or bring own.

Long Point State Park nature photography

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point, 1 to 2 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at white garage along Point Trail.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Tie dye T-shirts

536 Central Ave., 2 to 3 p.m. Bring your own t-shirt to dye. Registration required. Call 716 366-2511.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

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

Gowanda Farmers’ Market

Behind stores on Main Street, 2 to 6 p.m.

Midway State Park program

4859 Route 430, Bemus Point. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. 2:30 to 3 p.m. Midway craft.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Play, create, inspire, imagine. For ages 6+, families.

Centaur Stride Community Clinic

8488 Jones Road, Sherman, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Topic: “Let’s Talk About the Continuum of Mental Health.” Speaker: Rachel Mesmer Ludwig, Project Coordinator for Chautauqua County Dept. of Mental Health. 30 minute interactive session, followed by opportunity for guided barn tour at Centaur Stride. Free event, public welcome. See Centaur Stride Facebook page for details.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Yarn Wrapped Animals

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 5 p.m. Ages 8 plus. Create dog, cat, snake, bird or fish using cardboard, yarn, buttons. Pre-registration required, choose template at that time. Call 716 934-3468.

Art on the Lake

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 5 to 7 p.m. Free celebration, have opportunity to view, purchase original art from Aspiring Artists. Light appetizers, refreshments. For details, call Shana at 716 505-5512.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum author presentation with Suzanne Cope

7 Day St., Fredonia, 6 p.m. The author will share excerpts from her book “Women of War: The Italian Assassins, Spies and Couriers Who Fought the Nazis.” The museum will offer an exhibit of materials from Cope’s research in Italy along local artifacts and a recreation of a partisan uniform. A reception with music from the period will follow.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert – Roots Rock Night

6 p.m. opener: “Grosh.” 7:15 p.m. headliner: “Uncle Ben’s Remedy.” Concession vendors, Boardwalk, pier merchants open. Bring folding chair.

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 in Chang Hu Park: Crash Cadillac

W. Main Street, Gowanda, 6 to 8 p.m.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: author visit, book discussion with Suzanne Cope

7 Day St., Fredonia, 6 p.m. The author discusses her book “Women of War.” The true stories of the Italian assassins , spies and couriers who fought the Nazis.

Music in Ryckman Park: “Scott McElhaney, Bill Piper”

Fay and Green streets, 6:30 p.m. Presented by Ahira Hall Memorial Library.

Main Street Studios presents: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Four young lovers, a Duke and his fiance, a group of factory workers putting on a play – what could go wrong? Original music, seasoned actors, first timers on stage, full circle performance as Midsummer was the first summer Shakespeare production in Chautauqua County in 2017. $15,, $10 students/seniors. Presale tickets recommended, available at mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz.

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, JULY 25

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School indoor yard sale

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.

YWCA’s 53rd annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Downtown Westfield, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission. Over 150 vendors. Home decor, gourmet foods, jewelry, toys, clothing, metal sculptures, original art, more. Food vendors. Proceeds from booth rentals help YWCA in its mission to empower women, eliminate racism. Additional parking at Westfield Academy and Central School parking lot with shuttle service available.

Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue annual yard sale

7540 N. Gale St., Westfield, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Support the mission of NCCR. For details, call 716 326-2015 or see www.caninerescue.org.

Darwin R. Barker Library hosts The Omnipresent Puppet Theatre presents: “Hansel and Gretel”

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Register at 716 672-8051.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quilting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, fun with friends.

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: Friday craft – penguin magnet

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration required. Call 716 366-2511.

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.

Midway State Park program

4859 Route 430, Bemus Point. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. 2:30 to 3 p.m. Midway craft.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Variety of activities will be set up for kids ages 6+, teens, families.

Castleman Quartet Program Faculty Recital: Sonata Recitals

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 4 p.m.

Rockin’ the Downs concert :”Little River Band” with special guest “Ambrosia”

Batavia Downs, 8315 Park Road, Batavia, outside on racetrack, 4 p.m. Under 18 must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian. Bring seating. Tickets at bataviaconcerts.com

Infinity Student Art Show of Jamestown opening reception

Pearl City Clay House, 220 E. Second St., Jamestown, 5 to 7 p.m. Free event.

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.: Christmas ornament craft, 7 p.m.: Christmas trivia..

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Jazz Crossing 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 the door. Call 716 665-2473 to reserve.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Juice Box Organic One Act Play Festival – Comedies

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. For tickets, see lakeshorecenterforthearts.com

1891 Fredonia Opera House presents: “A Hard Day’s Night!”

9 Church St., 7 p.m. Celebrate the Beatles’ first film. Ticket price: $1. The original 1964 film at the 1964 price. Purchase at the door.

Movies at the Reg: “Materialists”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. A young New York City matchmaker (Dakota Johnson) is torn between the perfect match (Pedro Pascal) and her imperfect ex (Chris Evans).Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Main Street Studios presents: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Four young lovers, a Duke and his fiance, a group of factory workers putting on a play – what could go wrong? Original music, seasoned actors, first timers on stage, full circle performance as Midsummer was the first summer Shakespeare production in Chautauqua County in 2017. $15 , $10 students/seniors. Presale tickets recommended, available at mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz.

SATURDAY, JULY 26

Cattaraugus County Fair

501 Erie St., Little Valley. Gates open at 8 a.m., vendors usually at 11 a.m., midway 1 p.m. Grandstand event Modified Truck Pull at 6:30 p.m. For details, see www.carrarauguscofair.com

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School indoor yard sale

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.

Nature & Wellness Weekend at the Heron

The Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman, Free family-friendly programming. Movement, mindfulness.

World Series of Wheels Car/Craft Show

Bergman Park, 487 Baker St., Jamestown, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fundraiser assists hosting Babe Ruth World Series. Car show, kids’ bounce house, craft vendors, food vendors, face painting, music with DJ Carmello, more. Rain date July 27.

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.

Celtic Golf Scramble

Maplehurst Country Club Golf Course, 1508 Big Tree Road, Lakewood. Sign-in 8 a.m., shotgun start 9 a.m. $300 per four-person team, includes greens fees, cart, beer, hot dogs on course. Mulligans, best poker hand, skins, more. Banquet follows.

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.

YWCA’s 53rd annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Downtown Westfield, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. Over 150 vendors. Home decor, gourmet foods, jewelry, toys, clothing, metal sculptures, original art, more. Food vendors. Proceeds from booth rentals help YWCA in its mission to empower women, eliminate racism. Additional parking at Westfield Academy and Central School parking lot with shuttle service available.