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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 13

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 Lecture Series: John Henry Mann

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 1 p.m. Janet Wahlberg will discuss the first Chautauqua County resident killed in action in WWII at Hikam Field in Hawaii . Free event, donations appreciated. Public welcome.

Darwin R. Barker Library Mahjongg (American)

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

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Suite 7, Jamestown, 1 to 3 p.m. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call 716 664-3608.

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.

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.

Music in the Green with Charity Nuse (and her band)

Mayville Village Green Park, Routes 394, 430, 5 to 8 p.m.

Music at the Point Concert Series – “The Living Room Jam Band”

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Bibliomaniacs Book Club

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

St. Peregrine Healing Mass With the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick

Holy Trinity worship site, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Celebrant: Fr. David Bellittiere. All welcome.

Movies at the Reg: “M3gan 2.0”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. The original creator of AI M3gan must fight to save the world from a re-imagined AI version. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Bemus Point summer movie “The Goonies”

Village Park, ,1 Lakeside Drive, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Bring seating, pack a picnic. Free event.

THURSDAY, AUG. 14

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.

Long Point State Park bird walk

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

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. 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 to 5 p.m. Topic: “Kids N Sibs Bonding Activities.” Hands-on stations designed to strengthen sibling connections in partnership with Prevention Works. Free event, public welcome. See Centaur Stride Facebook page for details.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Needle Felting Workshop

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 to 6 p.m. Adults, children 10+ with adult. $15 materials fee. Pre-registration required. Call 716 672-8051.With local artist Emma De La Laine. Needle-felted sculpture using sheep’s wool that can be customized to look like participant’s own cat. Other part of class on Aug. 28.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: “Cupcake Wars”

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Ages 11 to 17. Create a cupcake for judging. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert – Retro Night

6 p.m. opener: “Mo Porter Band.” 7:15 p.m. headliner: “American Doors Tribute.” Concession vendors, Boardwalk, pier merchants open. Bring folding chair.

Parent Network of Western New York Lunch and Learn: “Helping Young Children Build Social Skills”

Virtual event, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For details, registration call 716 332-4170.

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: “23 Skidoo”

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

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. 15

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association annual show

4578 Cemetery Road, Stockton, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Gate fee $5, under 14 free, Senior citizen day $3. Antique farming equipment, tractor pulls, log-sawing, gas engines, demonstrations, games, more. Free parking.

Lakeshore Humane Society’s 21st Annual Giant Yard Sale Early Bird Sale

Floral Hall, Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will also be a bake sale, basket raffle, scratch-off tickets “Rake in the Bucks” drawing and hot dog, beverages sales. This day only, $3 admission. This event is LHS’s biggest fundraiser of the year, as the organization works to help companion animals be safe and healthy, and find permanent, loving homes.

For details, see www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or LHS’s Facebook page, or call 716-672-1991.

United Way of Chautauqua County Day of Caring

Two sessions, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or 1 to 4 p.m. Individuals, families, corporate team, other group volunteers will assist local non-profits, schools, other agencies by landscaping, painting, organizing, cleaning, other maintenance. Volunteers should call 716 483-1561 for details by Aug. 10.

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.

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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons and Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens and YA patrons welcome to join for role-playing adventures. Contact the library director at 716 366-2511.

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.

Dr. John and Alona Forbes Memorial Camp Gross golf tournament, basket raffle

Cassadaga Country Club, 55 Frisbee Road, basket raffle 4 to 7:30 p.m. outside of pro shop. Enjoy dinner at CCC, support Camp Gross in the process.

Rockin’ the Downs concert :”Kansas”

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

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 Twisted Vine Winery’s offerings. Ages 21+, photo ID required. Reservations required, call 814 676-1733. Dress for weather.

Jamestown Cruise-In

Downtown Jamestown, Third, Cherry, Pine, Main streets, 5 to 9 p.m.

Patterson Library presents: Octagon Gallery Reception for artist Wayne Geist

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 7 p.m.

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.: awesome opossum.

Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy presents: Wine on the Trail

Salomon Family Nature Preserve, 4135 Morris Road, Sherman, 6:30 p.m. Bring own wine, beer or cocktail, hang out on the preserve.

Cardinal Mindszenty Class of 1965 60th reunion

Katerina’s Restaurant, 6 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk

Starting at $3.50/week.

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