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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6

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.

Darwin R. Library presents: The Prismatic Prodigies

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children going into third grade through going into eighth grade. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Read, learn, play, create.

Darwin R. Barker Library Mahjongg (American)

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. Open play sessions.

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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Magic Show! with Cris Johnson

St. John’s United Church., 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 3 to 3:45 p.m. Park in Eagle Street parking lot..

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Game On!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Variety of board, card, video games available to play in library. Kids ages 6+, teens, families.

Patterson Library presents: concert with pianist Collin Parker-Szekely

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5:30 p.m.

Southern Tier Triathlon Club Triathlon

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

National Night Out in Cassadaga

Johnny Fessenden Ball fields, 6 to 8 p.m. First responders from Fire Departments, Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department, NYS Police will answer questions, demonstrate equipment. Bounce house, ice cream truck for children. Sponsored by Citizens for a Better Cassadaga

Music at the Point Concert Series – “The Freeze”

Point Gratiot Park, 6 to 8 p.m. Bring folding chair.

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.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 summer get-together

228 Maple Ave. 6 p.m. Bring a dish to pass. Informal meeting follows.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Write Focus Writers’ Group

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

Jamestown Municipal Band concert

Goranson Band Shell in Allen Park, W. Virginia Boulevard, Jamestown, 7 p.m. “Seasons of Sound.” Free event, refreshments available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs.

The Lord’s Vineyard PILLAR 2.0 meeting

Holy Trinity site, 1082 Central Ave., Dunkirk, following 7 p.m. Mass. Be part of newly-formed committees.

Erie Philharmonic free concert

Gibson Park, North East, PA, 7 p.m.

Movies at the Reg: “Everything’s Going to Be Great”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Allison Janney, Bryan Cranston star in the story of theater manager parents, two sons compelled to move in with Janney’s estranged brother-in-law..Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

THURSDAY, AUG. 7

National Walleye Tour preliminary event

Dunkirk Pier, 7 a.m. take offs, 3:15 p.m. weigh in shows both days.

CHQ Professionals Group coffee meet-up

Full Strength Coffee Company 55 E. Main St., Westfield, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Free, open to all. Opportunity to network, exchange ideas, strengthen community ties.

Wall of Death, Vintage Motorcycle Thrill Show

Harley-Davidson of Jamestown, 1951 E. Main St., Falconer, 20 minute performances 6 times throughout the day. Music, bikes, high-octane energy. Free event.

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.

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.

TCC Health community picnic

The Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free backpacks filled with school supplies for first 300 children attending (children must be accompanied by adult). Also family activities, music, food.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: End of summer party

536 Central Ave., 2 to 3 p.m. Refreshments with reading prizes..

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.

Lucille Ball Comedy Center Festival

Various Jamestown venues, times, prices. Programs include Yes, and: the History of Improv; Archives Encounter: Pat Paulsen for President; 110 Years of Lenny Bruce; Live from New York: It’s a Talk; Tropicana Dinner: and the Winner is … Desilu Studios; Desilu’s 75th Anniversary Ball; Comedy Late Night.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: “Up Your Coloring Skills – Learn to Draw Patterns, Add Textures to Coloring Projects

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 to 3 p.m. All ages. Drop in. No registration required.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

Main St., Forestville, 1 to 5 p.m. Fruits, vegetables, locally-raised free-range poultry, meats, baked goods, flowers, locally crafted Artisan creations, SNAP/EBT accepted.

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. Friendship bracelets.

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.

Long Point State Park squirrels

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at the white garage along Point Trail.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book Club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Contact the library at 716 366-2511 to reserve the book of the month.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert – Country Night

6 p.m. opener: “Kody & Herren.” 7:15 p.m. headliner: “Fuzzy & The Rustbelts.” 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 Ryckman Park: “Pat Cook’s The Women of Country”

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

Live on the Lake in Lakewood

Hartley Park, Terrace and Chautauqua Avenues, 7 p.m. Bring seating.

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, AUG. 8

National Walleye Tour preliminary event

Dunkirk Pier, 7 a.m. take offs, 3:15 p.m. weigh in shows both days. Free community kids’ fishing clinic follows show.

Cattoopalooza Tattoo, Music Festival

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Weekend includes bands, tattoo competitions, food trucks, car show, more. Bands: Under the Black, High Pines, Gods Love, Daze Ago. Tattoos: small color, small black and gray, traditional. Fresh tattoos done at show.

Wall of Death, Vintage Motorcycle Thrill Show

Harley-Davidson of Jamestown, 1951 E. Main St., Falconer, 20 minute performances 6 times throughout the day. Music, bikes, high-octane energy. Free event.

Lucille Ball Comedy Center Festival

Various Jamestown venues, times, prices. Programs include Archives Encounter: Madelyn Pugh, Girl Writer; Lucille Ball’s Hometown Tour; Kids Comedy Workshop; Live from New York: It’s a Talk!; Tropicana Lunch: Babalu Music; Lucy-Desi Superfan Trivia; A Scatalogical Movement Through Comedy; Tropicana Dinner: On the Lot at Desilu; 100 years of Lenny Bruce; Comedy Late Night.

Roblin Steel Coffee Club meeting

Demetri’s Restaurant, 6 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. All former employees, family, friends welcome.

Darwin R. Barker Library hosts Magician Cris Johnson presents: The Magic of Color

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.

CHQ Chamber Elected Officials Panel Luncheon

Chautauqua Suites Meeting & Expo Center, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, noon. Guests: NYS Senator George Borrello, Assemblyman Andrew Molitar, County Executive PJ Wendel. Moderated Q & A. $30 per person. Pre-registration required by Aug. 1. See www.chqchamber.org

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: Wondermakers Interactive Theater

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 p.m. Gail Gordon returns with 2 new stories. Participatory show that includes, puppets, dancing, sword fight. AImed toward ages 3 to 10 with families .

Rockin’ the Downs concert :”The Commodores” with special guest Will Holton

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

St. Paul Lutheran Church chicken barbecue

334 Temple St., Fredonia. $15. Call 716 672-6731 for presale tickets.

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.: Pirate ship craft. 7 p.m.: shipwrecks.

“Groundhog Day the Musical”

Lucille Ball Little Theatre, 18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Starting at $3.50/week.

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