SATURDAY, OCT. 18

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.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Point Gratiot, Dunkirk, registration 9 a.m., walk kicks off at 10 a.m. Vendors, information booths, Promise Garden ceremony. Raising awareness, funds, community spirit. Register, learn details at act.alz.org/Chautauqua.

Red Cross community blood drive

First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 876 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 1-800-733-2767 to make appointment.

Arch Festivals presents Sweetest Day Expo and Festival

Brocton Central School, 138 W. Main St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. School street entrance. Food trucks, music all day by Sailing Stones, The Bob Smith Quartet and Tito. Vendors, free drawings, basket raffle, community groups. Free admission.

W.I.L.M.A. Wooly Bear weekend

Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds, 501 Erie St., Little Valley, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local artisan, craft, manufacturing vendors. Free admission. Special events including winter weather prediction by “Wilma” the wooly bear caterpillar. Chinese auction raffles, cider, donuts, door prizes.

Community Wellness Fair

Seymour Library Cassadaga Library site, 18 Maple St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Informational agency booths, hands-on experiences including 10 a.m. mild yoga with Nancy Lombardo, 11 a.m. self-defense with Nancy Lombardo, 12 p.m. fitness with Anibal Lopez, 1 p.m. intermittent fasting with Issis Pratt. For details, call 716 595-3822.

Fred Basket (Fredonia Food Pantry)

Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon. Serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, ZIP code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags given out depends on family size. Other open hours are Wednesdays 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Guests can only receive 1 helping a month.

Yeti Dash 5K

Ellery Town Park, 3040 Route 430, Greenhurst, 10 a.m.

No Kings peaceful rally

Begins at Cottage Street, Fredonia, proceeds to Barker Common gazebo, downtown, 10:30 a.m. Call for unity, defense of democracy. Those unable to march are asked to meet at the Gazebo.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Anecdotes and Ancestors with Tom Jordan

15 Main St., Sinclairville, 10:30 a.m. Dr. Jordan will discuss some characters in his family tree. Afterward at Evergreen Cemetery view a few graves of those discussed, can assist in collecting ground penetrating radar data across areas of interest.

Patterson Library presents: LEGO club

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For details, call 716 326-2154.

Chautauqua County Humane Society Pet Expo ’25

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 12 to 5 p.m. Animal advocacy groups, vendors, trainers, door prizes, Layla’s Pet Costume parade, awards. Admission $10 adults, includes 10 free door prize tickets, children 10, under free.

Courage for Carly benefit

Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club, 1 N. Mullet St., Dunkirk, 12 to 11 p.m. Sheet raffle tickets for 200 prizes, $5 for 25 tickets. Also big ticket items raffles. Music by Furious George, OsbornNash, Jess and the Mess. Face painting, costumes encouraged. Proceeds benefit research, provision of programs for kids battling cancer, blood disorders.

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.

Jimmersontown Presbyterian Church 64th annual Native Foods Dinner Dine in or take out, pick up hours 12 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $18. Traditional dinner includes roast turkey, roast venison, fry bread, boiled corn bread, fried salt pork, hulled corn soup, mashed beans, buttered squash, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cole slaw, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, coffee/tea, water or soda. Preorders may be placed with: Marilyn George, cell phone 716 474-6387 or email marilyn george@yahoo.com

Live at the Met: Bellina’s “La Sonnambula”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Adults $20, Opera House members $18, students $10.

Main Street Studio presents: “The Adams Family”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. $20 adults, $15 students/seniors. Another performance at 7:30 p.m. See www.mainstreetstudios.org for details.

Book event with author Rebecca Cuthbert

Downtown Brew, 13 Water St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Local author Cuthbert will celebrate her sixth book, “The Hauntings Back Home,” a collection of ghost stories. Author Jonathan Gensler contributed the forward and 13th bonus story. Local debut author Beatrice Sheehan is spotlighted at the beginning of the collection with her spooky poem, “When You Wander in the Woods.” Readings, cookies, drink specials, open mic, more. All welcome.

St. John’s United Church of Christ Swiss steak dinner

733 Central Ave. (via Eagle Street parking lot), Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Eat-in or take-out. $13. Reservations recommended; call 716 366-0710.

PMF Community Barn Dance

PMF Party Barn, 2355 Waits Corners Road, Sherman, 6 to 10 p.m. 6 to 7 p.m. potluck – bring dish to share. 7 to 10 p.m. live music with Toppish and contra caller Joe Kwiatkowski. BYOB, $10 donation at door for band.

Harvest Moon Festival and Tours

Meet at the White Inn, 52 E. Main St., Fredonia, 15 minutes prior to start of tour. Trolley tours begin top of every hour starting at 7 p.m., last tour departing at 9:30 p.m. Tour goes through town as a guide provides facts about Fredonia’s architecture, historical figures.

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.

Cinema Series: “This is Spinal Tap – The End Continues”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St, Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. $7 adults, $6.50 Opera House members, $5 students. 41 years after the mockumentary “This is Spinal Tap,” estranged bandmates (Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer) are forced to reunite for one final concert, joined by Paul McCartney, Elton John.

SUNDAY, OCT. 19

Forest Lodge 166 F & A M Sunday Family Breakfast

The Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The all-you-can-eat menu (all you can eat is dine-in only) includes eggs made to order, pancakes or French toast, sausages, fruit cocktail, juice, milk, coffee and tea. Adults and teenagers 13 and up are $12, children 5 to 12 are $6 and youth under 5, free. Open to the public. Building tour upon request.

Mindful Birding Outing

Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park, 8131 Route 60, 9:30 a.m. Led by Andrea of Ample Movement and Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, event combines joy of noticing birds with simple mindfulness practice. No birdwatching experience necessary. Free event, reservations required at www.chautauquawatershedconservancy.org/events

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua Worship Service

222 Temple St., Fredonia, also via Zoom, 11 a.m. See https://tinyurl.com/caluucnc. Presenters: Rev. Frances Manly, Dooug Yeomans. Topic: “Let the Light In.”

W.I.L.M.A. Wooly Bear weekend

Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds, 501 Erie St., Little Valley, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local artisan, craft, manufacturing vendors. Free admission. Special events including winter weather prediction by “Wilma” the wooly bear caterpillar. Chinese auction raffles, cider, donuts, door prizes.

Funeral Planning workshop

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 1 p.m. Local funeral directors, clergy will explain important options, considerations for making arrangements for attendees or their loved ones.

Chautauqua Vegetarian/Vegan Society

Westfield YWCA, 58 S. Portage St., 1 to 3 p.m. Tailgate theme. Vegan pot-luck dinner. $2 if bringing vegan dish to share or $6 without. Bring recipe to be compiled for a party recipe guide. RSVP to Gail 716 753-7761 or at the group’s Facebook page. After the meal, a brief meeting followed by veggie bingo.

Fredonia Choral Showcase

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

GriefShare Support Group

First Baptist Church of Dunkirk, 876 Central Ave., 6 to 8 p.m. 13 week program. For details, see DunkirkBaptist.org or call 716 366-6634.

MONDAY, OCT. 20

Wellness Initiative for Senior Education program (WISE)

Sinclairville Fire Hall, 30 Main St., 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Register at NY Connects 716 753-4582, ask for WISE class. See https://chqgov.com/office-aging for programs, services. This week’s topic:Understanding the Changes Associated with Aging.

The Lord’s Vineyard Grief support group

TLV Center for Catholic Faith & Devotion, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Six one-hour sessions on alternate Mondays. Facilitator: Dick Rodriguez. Share experiences, learn healthy ways to cope, find encouragement. Free, open to all. Register at 716 366-2306.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents Crafty Diem

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Air dry clay trinket bowls. Pre-register at 716 792-9418.

TUESDAY, OCT. 21

Dunkirk Professional Firefighters Local 616 Retirees; Fredonia Professional Firefighters Local 2931 breakfast meeting

Demetri’s on the Lake, 6 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. Takes place third Tuesday of every month.

“Mammogrammy” event with free spa day activities

The Chautauqua Center, 75 E. Third St., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mammograms for current TCC Health patients, spa activities free for community, including beauty, healthcare demos, seasonal snacks, beverages, health, beauty info, cancer prevention resources, chance auction, quiet discussion space.

Patterson Library presents: Medicare 101 with Rebecca Poynton

40 S. Portage St., Westfield. Private appointments from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Call Poynton at 716 572-8783 to schedule.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Youngerman Center stroke/head injury support group session

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provides educational information, opportunities to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. Free, open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Contact Julie Williams, coordinator, (716) 673-4618 for more information about attending.

Patterson Library presents: Cooking with Chef Jim from Wanderlust

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 3 p.m. Second course: “Mother Sauces (Part Deux) – Red and White Mother Sauces and their Applications.” Registration required, call 716 326-2154.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

Dayton Fire District public budget hearing

Firehall, 10058 Main St., 6 p.m.

Lakeshore Center for the Arts presents: free classic movie

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Includes popcorn. Also newsreel, cartoon from year film came out.

Children in the Stream Youth Fly Fishing Program

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes, supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment needed.

Cinema Series: “This is Spinal Tap – The End Continues”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St, Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. $7 adults, $6.50 Opera House members, $5 students. 41 years after the mockumentary “This is Spinal Tap,” estranged bandmates (Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer) are forced to reunite for one final concert, joined by Paul McCartney, Elton John.

Fredonia Pops Orchestra Charity Benefit Concert – “Night at the Movies”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m. Features acapella groups Some Like It Hot, Much More Chill, music from films like “LaLa Land,” “Harry Potter,” “Star Wars.” Free event, at-will donations accepted for Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation.