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THURSDAY, SEPT. 25
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.
Chautauqua County Parks Commission meeting
Jamestown Airport, 3163 Airport Drive, 10 a.m. Public welcome.
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 and other activities. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.
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.
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.
Gowanda Farmers’ Market
Behind stores on Main Street, 2 to 6 p.m.
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 pumpkin earrings that could also become a necklace or small charm for those who don’t have pierce ears. Miniature scale. Lightweight, sturdy, can be washed.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium
37 W. Main St., Brocton, after school until 4:45 p.m. For elementary students. Play, create, inspire, imagine. Activities may include stories, crafts, games, variety of other activities.
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.
Night at the Museum
French Creek Yorker Museum, 114 Church St., 6 to 8:30 p.m. $20. Dinner under the stars, weather permitted, live music, unguided museum strolls. To reserve, call 716 761-6781.
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.
Jamestown Coin Club meeting
Celoron American Legion – Herman Kent Post 777, 26 Jackson Ave., doors open 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. Door prizes, raffles, auction of coins submitted by members. Annual membership $10, guests can participate at no charge. For details, call 716 720-1591.
Sinclairville Library presents: Virtual Adult Book Club
15 Main St., 7:30 p.m. This month’s selection: “For One More Day”by Mitch Album. Register at www.sinclairvillelibrary.org to receive virtual link..
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 ag
e, race, sexual identity, creed, religion or lack of religion. For details, visit https://nawny.nny-na.org/.
Faculty, Guest Artist Recital – Jessica Tong, violin, Michael Sheppard, piano
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 26
North East Wine Fest
Gibson Park – local wineries, food, artisans, live music
Heard Park- horse, carriage rides, kids zone, car show
International New York Film Festival
Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, Cappa Theater, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 25 films of all genres, Q & A, “Beware the Dark 3” world premiere at 6:30 p.m. (filmed with local talent, locations), awards presentations. WNY all-day pass $30 adults, $15 student pass, $15 senior citizen pass.
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program
Virtual, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. To register, call 716 366-4623 ext. 107. This week’s topic: Developing Good Bedtime Routines.
Sinclairville Samplers
15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quilting, knitting, crochet, fun with friends.
St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog sale
733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program
Virtual, 1 to 3 p.m. For parents of teenagers. Free event. To register, call 716 366-4623 ext. 107. This week’s topic: Reducing Family Conflict.
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.
Reflections of the King Competition Goin’ Country
Moose Lodge #118, 19 Clinton St. Westfield, doors open 3 p.m. Contest starts 5 p.m. After party 10 p.m., snacks, drinks available for purchase. $30 at door. Pre-sale $60 for 2 days. 50-50, basket raffles. Proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Visiting Artist Program lecture by Alberto Rey
SUNY Fredonia, McEwan Hall, room 209, 4 p.m.
Patterson Library presents: Opening reception for artist Chris Sciarrino
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 7 p.m.
Collins Public Library presents: “Paul Zittle and Pure Country” in concert
2341 Main St., Collins. Doors open 6:30 p.m., concert at 7. Free, open to public. Also book sale, basket raffle.
Movies at the Reg: “The Bad Guys 2”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Dreamworks animation about animal outlaws trying to be good, but hijacked by The Bad Girls. Tickets $7 at box office, $9 online or by phone.
Performing Arts Collaborative presents: “Oedipus the King”
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Tragedy by Sophocles. General public $5, students $3.
Fredonia Concert Band
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 27
Free fishing day
Nature, Wellness weekend at The Heron
2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. Free family-friendly activities for relaxation, recharging, connection with nature. Camping, air bnb available.
North East Wine Fest
Gibson Park – local wineries, food, artisans, live music
Heard Park- horse, carriage rides, kids zone, car show
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.
Busti Apple Festival
Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $5 admission. Children under 12 free. Carriage, pony rides, farmers’ market, demos of historical skills, trades, vendors, pies, apple cider available tours of working grist mill, museum, Miller’s House. Family-friendly historical costumes encouraged. No pets.
Patterson Library presents: Knit an :Endless Wrap” with Brette
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 11 a.m. Must pre-register. 716 326-2154. Easy level.
Portland Historical Museum Weidner’s chicken barbecue
Museum, 6224 E. Main St., Portland, noon to sold out. $15 per dinner – ½ chicken, butter spuds, coleslaw, roll, butter. Pre-sale tickets contact Rob Pawlak at rpawlak121@gmail.com
Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies clinic
Sinclairville Volunteer Fire Department, 30 Main St., 12 to 2 p.m. Animals must be pre-registered. For dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. Register at healthyCHQ.com/Rabies, view calendar of upcoming clinics. Bring all previous vaccination records and remain in car, dogs on a leash, cats in a carrier.
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.
Reflections of the King Competition Goin’ Country
Moose Lodge #118, 19 Clinton St. Westfield, doors open 12:30 p.m. Contest 1 to 5 p.m. $30 at door. Pre-sale $60 for 2 days. 50-50, basket raffles. ETA jam session, doors reopen at 7 p.m. for champion’s showcase. Guest tributes: Ron Wilt as Conway Twitty, Kathleen Bressler as Patsy Cline, Dan Spencer as Toby Keith. Patrick Balleux at 7:15 p.m. emcees, hosts: Sterling Pollaro, Bryan Doyle. Legends & Friends show 8 p.m. Awards ceremony. Proceeds benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
21 Brix Fall Fest
6654 W. Main Road, Portland. Local vendors. 1 to 4 p.m.: Smokin 45; 7 to 9 p.m.: Porcelain Busdrivers.
Movies at the Reg: “The Bad Guys 2”: Sensory Friendly
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Dreamworks animation about animal outlaws trying to be good, but hijacked by The Bad Girls. Tickets $7 at box office, $9 online or by phone.
“Stomp out the Stigma” 5k run/walk
Jamestown Airport runway, registration 5 p.m., race 6:05. Help lift stigma of suicide, support suicide prevention initiatives. Glow gear encouraged. Music, community booths, inspiration. Fundraising welcome.
Dunkirk Lighthouse Ghost Tour
1 Lighthouse Point Drive, Dunkirk, 7 to 11:30 p.m. Lighthouse tour, paranormal investigation. $30 per person. Limit of 15 patrons per event. Call 716 366-5050.
Performing Arts Collaborative presents: “Oedipus the King”
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Tragedy by Sophocles. General public $5, students $3.
Fredonia Wind Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.