THURSDAY, OCT. 23

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

Chautauqua County Airport conference room, 10 a.m. Public welcome.

“Navigating 21st Century Theater,” presentations by Alumnus Matthew LaChiusa

SUNY Fredonia, Form and Theory, 11:45 a.m. to 12:20 p.m., Fenton Hall Room 2164; Find Your Future Day, 3 to 5 p.m., Steele Hall, representing American Repertory Theater of WNY and its opportunities. Playwright LaChiusa is founder, artistic and executive director of the American Repertory Theater of WNY. Public is invited to attend, although seating is limited.

Gowanda Farmers’ Market

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

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: Annual Trick or Read Halloween party

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Come in costume, play games, craft, read stories, receive treats. Family-friendly, non-scary event for all ages. Registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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.

Poet Laureate Bianca Stone craft talk and reading

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marion Art Gallery, 7 p.m.

Main Street Studio presents: “The Adams Family”

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

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, OCT. 24

Trinity Episcopal Church Women fall rummage sale

Garland Hall, back of church 11 Day St., Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kitchen items, small appliances, fall/winter clothing, holiday decor, collectibles, more. Bring own bag if possible.

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. Also in-person option at Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Jamestown.

Chautauqua Aging Services “Save Energy, Save Dollars” workshop

Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, 10:30 a.m. Hosted by WNY Clean Energy Hub. Learn how energy is consumed in your home, how to read, understand your utility bill, access programs to reduce energy use. Call 716 753-4582 to register by Oct. 21. Registered participants receive complimentary energy saving kit.

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog sale

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Patterson Library presents: movie “How to Train Your Dragon”

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

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program for parents, caregivers of teens

Virtual, 1 to 3 p.m. Free event. To register, call 716 366-4623 ext. 107. This week’s topic: Reducing family conflict.

Sinclairville Community Library presents: poetry class, workshop with John Brantingham

15 Main St., 2 to 4 p.m. Learn about contemporary poetry to compose your own poems.

Inner Balance Day Spa open house

91 E. Fourth St., Dunkirk, 4 to 7 p.m. Meet new practitioners Elizabeth English, RN, Shamanic Reiki Master; Sherry Verostko-Slazak, ANP-BC, bridging traditional medicine, holistic healing. Refreshments. Sound Bowl Healing Sessions at 5:15 p.m., 7 p.m. Monetary donations accepted for Chautauqua County Food Bank. Suggested donation $10 to $15.

Sinclairville Library presents: Learn to Fly Fish

15 Main St., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free fly-tying instructions for all ages. All tools, materials provided for free. Register at 716 962-5885.

Trunk or Treat at Jamestown Community College

Science building, James Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Treats, Halloween movie projected on big screen, coloring contest, face painting, photo booth, more. Come in costume if desired. No registration required.

“Frenzy Moon” Premiere and Q& A

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Feature film horror thriller written, directed by Greg Lamberson, filmed in Western New York with local actors. Six college students, a mysterious hunter spend a terrifying night battling werewolves in a remote cabin. Prior to “Frenzy Moon. ” Prior to “Frenzy Moon,” two short films by local producers will be screened: “Close Your Eyes,” (5 minutes), directed by Hope Muehlbauer; “Shadows,” (11 minutes), written, directed by TimWatson. Adults $10, students/seniors $7.

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $25 advance, $30 door; students/children $10 advance, $15 door.

1891 Fredonia Opera House presents: Feature film “Frenzy Moon” Premiere, Q & A

9 Church St., 7 p.m. Screenwriter/director Gregory Lamberson and cast members will answer questions, show film about 6 college students, and a mysterious hunter who spend a terrifying night battling werewolves in a remote cabin. General admission. $10 adults, $7 seniors/ students.

Main Street Studio presents: “The Adams Family”

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

SATURDAY, OCT. 25

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.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 vendor show

Legion Hall, 228 Maple Ave.

Autism Connecting Conference for Moms

Wheelock Primary School, 75 Chestnut St., Fredonia. Uplifting keynotes, speakers, resources, hand-on sessions, connection circles.

Westfield Flea Market

Moore Park, E. Main St., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vintage, antiques, unique oddities, clothing, jewelry items, more.

Trinity Episcopal Church Women fall rummage sale

Garland Hall, back of church 11 Day St., Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Kitchen items, small appliances, fall/winter clothing, holiday decor, collectibles, more. Bring own bag if possible.

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.

Celoron Fall Craft Show

Celoron Fire Hall, 92 Dunham Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, vendors, food, basket raffle, bake sale.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Alstar EMS, 738 Monroe St., Jamestown or The Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free, anonymous, no questions asked. Liquids, needles not accepted.

Fall along the Amish Trail

South Dayton Village Square, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Drive What You Got!” (formerly vintage car show), prizes, parking across street from Depot. Trunk or Treat close to the Square, Farmers’ Market, food, alpacas, petting zoo, gifts, library book craft, book sale, rock painting, decoupage, tour Depot Rail and Movie Museum, (108 W. Railroad St.), take selfies. NY & Lake Erie Train at 11:45 a.m.; 2:45 p.m.

Midway State Park Fall Fest

4859 Route 430, Bemus Point, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Fredonia-Pomfret Recreation Department presents: Trunk or Treat

Russell Joy Park, 105 Howard St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Trunk or treating, cider, donuts, more. Rain or shine. If interested in signing up a car, RSVP to Angela at fredrec@netsync.net.

Patterson Library presents: Halloween party

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

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Create a luminary

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. Upcycle Oui yogurt jars into luminaries using dried flowers, stickers, temporary tattoos, more. Ages 5+. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: storytime, pumpkin decorating

7 Church St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. Fall story time, pumpkin decorating, costumes, candy, hot apple cider, s’mores.

Seymour Cassadaga Branch Library presents: Children’s Author Fair

18 Maple Ave., Cassadaga, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Local children’s authors will read excerpts from their books, answer questions, sell, sign books.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Needle felting workshop with local artist Emma De La Laine

7 Church St., Fredonia, 12 to 2 p.m. Adults, children 10+ with an adult, $15 materials fee. Learn to make a needle felted cardinal ornament. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.

SUNY Fredonia Percussion Guild Safe Halloween event

SUNY Fredonia, New Mason Hall, second floor, 1 to 4 p.m. Children should be accompanied by an adult.

Trunk or Treat at Long Point State Park

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point, guests 1 to 4 p.m. Vehicles wishing to decorate should come at 12:15 for set-up. Don’t make too spooky or gory for younger kids. Keep theme respectful, non-offensive. All weapon-like props are NOT permitted. Coordinating costumes encouraged.Treats to hand out: only store bought (pre-wrapped and sealed) candy/snacks/etc. allowed. Also can give pencils, pens, erasers, bracelets, bookmarks, stickers, etc. Be prepared to accommodate up to 300 children. Register at 716 386-2722.

Informal artist’s talk with Alberto Rey, exhibitor of ATLAS: Historical Works & Recent Travels with Alberto Rey

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marion Art Gallery, 1 p.m.

Plant swap at Mike’s Nursery

199 E. Fairmount Ave., Jamestown, 1 to 3 p.m. No registration required. Trade plants, cuttings, houseplant supplies. Also, items for sale.

Knights of Columbus Councils of Dunkirk and Fredonia gently-used clothing drive

Holy Trinity parking lot, 1032 Central Ave, Dunkirk. Drop off one hour before or one hour after 4 p.m. Mass.

Fright Night In the Barn

Skywalker Stables, 315 S. Main St., Ext. Jamestown, 4 to 8 p.m. Pony rides, live music, beer, wine, carnival games, bounce houses, henna, face painting, haunted stalls, food trucks, trick or treat with horses. All proceeds benefit A Stable Home Foundation INC. For details, call Susan Tilley 716 912-8156.

City of Jamestown Halloween Riverwalk Trick or Treat on the Trail

Panzarella Park to the Washington Street Bridge, 5 to 7 p.m. Free hayrides, treats for all little goblins. Call 716 483-7523 for details.

The Lord’s Vineyard Halloween party

TLV Center for Catholic Faith & Devotion, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Carved/decorated pumpkin contest, costume contest, crafts, trick or treating, pizza, chips, spooky desserts. Children must be accompanied by adult.

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents “Bonnie Raitt Tribute Band”

39 W. Main St., Gowanda, 7 p.m. Tickets $20.

Versailles Community Hall 100th year celebration

11703 Main St., 7 p.m. Live music by folk due Beard and the Bird, rapper Just Kyle, hometown country group Uncle Ben’s Remedy, local blues favorites The Thunderbirds. Food, legal beverages available for purchase. Admission $10.

Fredtown Stompers

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 7 p.m.

Jamestown Harmony Express “Music for America”

Robert H. Jackson Theater, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Presale tickets $15, 2 for $25, $20 at door. Also raffles, afterglow party at First Presbyterian Church, 509 Prendergast Ave., Jamestown featuring food, more music.

The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $25 advance, $30 door; students/children $10 advance, $15 door. See www.mainstreetstudios.org for details.

Main Street Studio presents: “The Adams Family”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. $20 adults, $15 students/seniors.

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts presents: Vampire Circus – the Scariest Side of Cirque

116 E. Third St, Jamestown, 8 p.m. Live entertainment combines theater, dance, gymnastics in story of Count Dracula seeking world domination through a traveling circus. $40.50 to $62.50.