Coming up…
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., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 20+ vendors, light lunch options available.
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.
Forestville Order of the Eastern Star towel bingo
Masonic Hall, 22 Main St., doors open at 12 p.m. games begin at 1 p.m. Refreshments, door prize included with price of admission.
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.
Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club Halloween party
1 N. Mullet St., Dunkirk, 8 to 11 p.m. Live music by Party McFly. Costume contest judging at 9 p.m.. Members, eligible guests.
SUNDAY, OCT. 26
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.
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 8:30 a.m. Mass or 11 a.m. Mass.
Northern Chautauqua County Club Associates meeting
World War II Vets Club, 216 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 10:30 a.m. All club members invited.
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Treats on the Trail
Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park, 8131 Route 60, 11 a.m. Family-friendly. Free guided hike, sweet treats along the way. Dress in costume if desired.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua Worship Service
222 Temple St., Fredonia, also via Zoom, 11 a.m. See https://tinyurl.com/caluucnc. Presenter: Jess Lustig. Theme:cultivating compassion.
Fredonia Community Choir Weidner’s chicken barbecue fundraiser
Edwards Waterhouse Inn, 71 Central Ave., Fredonia, 12 to 4 p.m. Dine in or take out. $16. Includes chicken, mac and cheese, coleslaw, buttered roll. Desserts available for $4. Pre-order on the Fredonia Community Choir FaceBook page.
Southern Tier Bills Booster Club watch party
First Ward Falcons Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, Bills vs. Carolina Panthers 1 p.m. kick-off. Polish and Italian sausage provided, dish to pass optional.
Fright Night In the Barn
Skywalker Stables, 315 S. Main St., Ext. Jamestown, 1 to 4 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.
The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $25 advance, $30 door; students/children $10 advance, $15 door.
1839 Busti Mill Halloween Haunt
3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 4 to 6 p.m. tours beginning on the half hour. Also includes 1849 miller’s house. Hear spooky stories from the Brothers Grimm. Non-scary family-friendly event, Tours at 4, 4:30, 5, 5:30 p.m. Call 716 483-3670 to register. Adults $10, children 12, under $5, must be accompanied by an adult. Refreshments, craft follows tour. Proceeds benefit Busti Historical Society.
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.
