Coming up …
TUESDAY, NOV. 18
Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances
Mary E. Seymour Memorial Free Library, 22 N. Main St., Stockton, 12 p.m. Learn tips to manage someone else’s finances, how to prepare for future care costs. Center for Elder Law and Justice will be available to answer questions. Register at bit.ly/Alz25Nov18 or call 800 272-3900. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association.
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.: Third course: talking turkey – Thanksgiving sides and such (easy). Must pre-register. Call 716 326-2154.
Wreaths and Trees at the Marvin Community House open house
2 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, 4 to 7 p.m. View 12 decorated Christmas trees with traditional ornaments from Sweden, China, Poland, India, Egypt, Mexico, glass fruit, Victorian era, sequined, glass Santa ornaments. Also 8 wreaths, items from Mary Stineman’s Santa collections. Kathy O’Hagan, Jacob Gerace perform holiday classics on piano. Punch, cookies. No charge.
St. Joseph’s bingo
145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.
Patterson Library presents: Book presentation with Jan Woods
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5:30 p.m. Author of “Miracles on Maple Hill,” “Maple Springs Recipes.”
White Inn Anniversary Party featuring New Moods Jazz Group
52 E. Main St., Fredonia, 5:30 p.m. Special menu, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, live music, happy birthday sheet cake, cash bar.
American Legion Unit 62 Auxiliary meeting
211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Richie Sasala, “Treaties and Sovereignty: An Introduction”
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Discover how historic agreements between the Haudenosausee and governments still shape rights, relationships, and sovereignty today. Richie is an educator who preserves and shares Native American history. Registration appreciated. Call 716 934-3468. Free, public welcome.
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. “Spellbound,” 1941.
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: “Roofman”
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Based on a true story of a man who robs 45 McDonalds, escapes prison, lives in a Toys “r” Us for 6 months, falls in love. Stars Channum Tatum, Kirsten Dunst. Adults $7, members/senior $6.50, students $5.
Fredonia Sinfonia, Percussion and Friends
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19
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.
CHQ Aging Open House
Office for Aging Services, The Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., second floor, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All welcome. Call NY Connects at 716 753-4582 with questions.
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.
Fenton Genealogy Support Research Night
Hall House Research Center, 73 Forest Ave., Jamestown, 4 to 8 p.m.
Patterson Library presents: Mystery book club
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 4 p.m.
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.
Movies at the Reg: “Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Chronicles the making of Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 “Nebraska” album, struggling to reconcile the pressures of success with the ghosts of his past. Stars Jeremy Allen White. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone
Classic Movie: 1985’s “Clue”
Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, PA., 7 p.m. 40th anniversary showing with mystery ending. Adults $8, students/seniors 62+ $6.
Observatory Lecture: Stephanie Buskirk Dudley
Martz-Kohl Observatory, 176 Robbin Hill Road, Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m. Q & A, tours follow. Domes aren’t heated, dress for cold weather. Public viewing opportunities as weather permits.
Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters Circle
49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 p.m. This month: Glenn Bernardis, Amanda Bridges, Antonio Andrade. Admission $10.
Fredonia Wind Ensemble joined by the New Horizons Band
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
THURSDAY, NOV. 20
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.
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.
SUNY Fredonia Young Artists Recital
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 5:30 p.m. Solo, small ensemble performances of music by both classical, contemporary composers. Free admission, donations accepted.
Rosary for Peace in the World
This recurring Rosary takes place on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.
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.
Historical Society of Brocton-Portland meeting
Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6 p.m. All welcome to discover ways to help preserve the town’s history – research, grant writing, newspaper articles, event help, museum docents, etc.
St. Monica prayer group
Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.
Gowanda Volunteer Fire Company turkey, ham party
340 Aldrich St., doors open 6 p.m. first spin at 7 p.m. No entry fee. $2 a ticket , good for 3 spins per round. 20 rounds. Chinese auction, free refreshments, extra large ticket raffle. Door prizes.
Lakeshore Humane Society monthly general membership meeting
Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716 672-1991 for information.
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/.
Fredonia Jazz Showcase
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
FRIDAY, NOV. 21
CHQ Aging Open House
Office for Aging Services, 51 E. Third St., Dunkirk, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. All welcome. Call NY Connects at 716 753-4582 with questions.
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program
Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Suite 7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call 716 366-4623 ext. 110. This week’s topic: Developing good bedtime routines.
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program for parents, caregivers of children ages 0 to 12
Virtual, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free event. To register, call 716 366-4623. This week’s topic; Hassle-free shopping..
Annual Advent Wreath open house
Lyceum, Pangolin Street behind St. Hyacinth’s Church, Dunkirk, 12 p.m. All materials provided to create a fresh wreath with candles. Lunch of soup, sliders, visit from St. Nicholas. Feel free to bring crockpot of favorite soup. For details, text 716 397-2141.
Roger Tory Peterson Institute – The Salmon Way – exhibition program with Amy Gulick
Zoom presentation 12 p.m. Free, register at 716 665-2473.
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: 80 years of Nuremberg opening event: A Virtual Tour of Courtroom 600
Virtual event, 12 to 1 p.m. To register, see the website roberthjackson.org
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program for parents, caregivers of teens
Virtual, 1 to 3 p.m. Free event. To register, call 716 366-4623. This week’s topic: Building teenagers’ survival skills.
Music Collection in Daniel Reed Library open house
SUNY Fredonia, Reed Library, library’s mezzanine, 1 to 4 p.m. Open to all students, faculty, staff, visiting music educators, community members. Learn about resources, enjoy coffee, tea cookies.
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.
Patterson Library presents: Movie night – “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 4 p.m. Popcorn, cocoa. Kicks of “Christmas in the Village of Westfield.
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Wine on the Trail walk
Chautauqua Creek Oxbow Forest Preserve, 8149 Lyons Road, Sherman, 4 p.m. Bring own wine, beer, cocktail or other beverage. Guided tour with Carol Markham, Bethany O’Hagan. Free event, no RSVP required.
Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Bill Ward, John Cross 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Full access to the museum and exhibits, complimentary beer from The Southern Tier Brewing Company or wine or NA beverage from the RTPI bar, light bites from Elegant Edibles, live music. Members: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Non-members: $18 in advance, $20 at the door. Call 716 665-2473 to reserve. Browse local artisan vendors at the Holiday Gift Market.
Fredonia Middle School presents: “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Jr.”
Fredonia Central District auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7 p.m. Tickets $5. Reserved tickets at fredoniamusical.com, any remaining seats available at the door. For details, contact director Ben Wendell at 716 679-1581 ext. 1455.
Classic Movie: 1985’s “Clue”
Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, PA., 7 p.m. 40th anniversary showing with mystery ending. Adults $8, students/seniors 62+ $6.
1891 Fredonia Opera House presents: Comedian Pete Correale sold out
9 Church St., 7:30 p.m, “As I Was Saying” tour. Tickets $30.
