SATURDAY, DEC. 6

Breakfast with Santa at the Clarion Hotel

30 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 8 to 11 a.m. Call for pricing/RSVP by 12/04 at 716 366-8350. Pancakes/sausages/refreshments/Santa visits/Kids’ gift

Al Tech, Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees breakfast meeting

Central Station, 332 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. Note change in venue. All retirees invited.

Fredonia Presbyterian Church Nativity Display and Alternative Christmas Market

219 Central Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. Over 300 Nativity scenes (creches) displayed, refreshments, live music. Free event, children welcome. Shop at the Alternative Christmas Market in the Fellowship Hall for handcrafted, fair trade goods, support life-giving organizations.

Chautauqua Volunteer Fire Dept.’s Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Bazaar

Chautauqua Institute, Firehall, GPS 2 Royal Way (at Massey, parallels Route 394), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday, gift items, basket raffles, baked goods, crafts.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Boat America Boating Safety Class

Via Zoom, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $35 after participants complete course, exam. To apply, send email to USCGAUX9ER34@gmail,com. Include legal name, email address, mailing address, date of birth, cell phone. Each participant needs working computer with camera, email address, must pass exam, complete payment before boating certificate will be sent to home. For details call 716 875-4095.

Lakeshore Flea Market

VFW Memorial Post, 2556 Route 20, Sheridan, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. New and vintage items. Saturday breakfast of coffee, breakfast sandwiches on homemade biscuits or lunch of homemade soup of the week, pizza and wings can be purchased. For details, booth rental, call 814 779-5553. Can purchase tickets for “Cash for Christmas” 50/50 to be drawn Dec. 6, with half for the winner, half for veterans.

Fredonia’s Miracle on Main Street

10 a.m. Barker Common vendors. Domus Fare, 41 W. Main St.,: pancake breakfast with Santa all day. Fredonia First Methodist Church, 25 Church St.,: beginning at 10 a.m. craft vendor show, basket raffle, youth group ornament sale; 11 a.m. cookie decorating, photo booth; 2 p.m. visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus. Literacy Volunteers/Next Chapter Book Store, 12 Park Place:, 10 a.m. kids’ craft workshop; 12 p.m. story time with Mrs. Claus. The White Inn, 52 E. Main St., 11 a.m.: gingerbread house making ($18, $23, $28). DeJohn’s Italian Spaghetti House, 26 W. Main St. 11:30 a.m.: spaghetti lunch with Santa. Barker Library, 7 Church St., 12:30 p.m.: storytime with Santa; crafts, tree decorating. Fredonia Opera House 4:30 p.m.: free showing of “The Polar Express.” Gazebo, 6 p.m.: tree lighting with Santa, Mrs. Claus, Fredonia Central School Carolers.

Lily Dale Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary holiday market

17 E. St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors, baked goods, 50/50 raffle, walking tacos.

A Merry Little Christmas Market

Tuscany Market and Deli, 450 E. Main St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mini small business market, Tuscany food specials, fresh-cut Christmas trees, fresh wreaths, samples, sales, sweet treats, hot cocoa, holiday shopping, toy drive for Boys & Girls Club of Chautauqua County, more.

Fill the Van Holiday Food Drive

South Dayton Super Duper, 303 Pine St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join Cherry Creek Country Church, South Dayton Free Methodist Church to help stock local food pantries for those in need. Bring non-perishable food items. Bring kids to see Santa, enjoy chili or hot coca.

Wreath making class at Hideaway Bay Resort

Drift Restaurant at Hideaway Bay Resort, 42 Lake Ave., Silver Creek, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Craft your own holiday wreath using fresh evergreens, seasonal accents, cheerful decorations. Ages 14+. 20 spots. Call 716 401-5839.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Build a Gingerbread House 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. All ages. Use graham crackers, frosting, sweet treats. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Third annual Holiday Happening

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ornament making, seasonal crafts, cookies, cocoa, with a special guest.

Deborah Ferrer Design Studio Holiday pop-up Gift Shop

423 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Opportunity to visit studio, enjoy curated selection of gifts. For details, call 716 217- 0858.

North East Sugar Plum Saturday

North East merchants, Gibson Park, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Winter market with local craft, artisan vendors at Park United Methodist Church, First Baptist Church., live reindeer, horse & carriage rides, (pick up at Haynes House) Victorian carolers, gingerbread house photo booth, elf workshop, letters to Santa, cookie decorating kits, watercolor resist snowflakes, caricatures by Bryan Toy, facepainting by Rachel Baum. Pizza, cookies, crafts, photos with Santa 5:30 to 7:30 at St. Gregory’s Parish School, 136 W. Main St.

Christmas in Randolph

Randolph Central School, 18 Main St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. holiday craft show; Randolph Library, 26 Jamestown St., 10 a.m. magical Christmas show; Raw Juice and More, 119 Main St., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. visit with Santa; “Light up the Night” parade 7:30 p.m.

Christmas in Gowanda

Food, holiday activities, parade at 6 p.m. Gowanda Extravaganza at Moose Club 1382 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids’ Christmas crafts, cookies, cocoa, visits with Santa at 12:30 p.m., goody bag from Santa, guessing games, coloring contest. Also in the village police, fire truck rides, train rides, petting zoo, refreshments, light parade at 6 p.m., fireworks at 7 p.m. Ugly sweater contest at GoWanda Brewing at the Wicked at 8 p.m.

Christmas through Village of Findley Lake

Wagon rides, visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus, specials in shops.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Holidays at the Lodge

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 admission. Family welcome for bird ornament decorating, hot chocolate, visit from Santa, area choral groups. Access to exhibits.

Christmas on Central Holiday Extravaganza

Downtown Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Merchant/vendor holiday shopping, (over 75 craft, gift food vendors) food trucks, live music at City Hall: 11 a.m. “Footsteps,” 1 p.m. “Slim and Red,” 3 p..m. DJ Joe Gould. Free horse-drawn wagon rides at City Hall 12 to 5 p.m., Santa Claus/Mrs. Claus/Rudolph visits at City Hall 1 to 5 p.m., holiday ice sculpture caring demos in Stearns Court 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., free hot cocoa and food available for purchase at Central Station Restaurant , children’s activities (cookie frost, craft making at Stearns building 12 to 4 p.m. Dance party with Rudolph at City Hall 5 to 5:20 p.m., holiday dance performances at City Hall – McKenna Academy of Dance 5:20 to 5:30 p.m.; Danza! Performing Arts Academy 5:30 to 5:40. Annual tree lighting at City Hall 5:40 p.m.. Dunkirk Holiday Parade at 5:45 p.m. on Central Avenue from Third to Fifth Street.

2025 Empty Bowls – Jamestown

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 410 N. Main St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over 1000 ceramic bowls, small plates available for purchase. Proceeds benefit food pantries in Chautauqua County. For details, call Ron at Mudslingers, 716 672-6833.

NSAA’s annual Holiday Art Show

21 Brix Winery, 6654 W. Main Road, Portland, 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Local NSAA member artists will display works of photography, ceramics, fiber arts, watercolors, oil, acrylic paintings, mixed media, jewelry, woodworking, more. 21 Brix tasting room open.

Marvin House Holiday Joy luncheon with music by Harmony Production Company

2 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, seatings at 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m. Doors open half hour before each seating. Stuffed pork loin dinner, trimmings. $35, reservations at 716 482-6086.

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.

Christmas at the Station

Lake Shore Railway Museum, 31 Wall St., North East, PA., 12 to 4 p.m. Gift shop, craft vendors, speeder car rides, model trains, raffle items, more. Lunch served in the dining car 12 to 2:30 p.m. Call 814 725-1911.

“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 2 p.m. London’s longest-running comedy. General seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; students/children $5 advance, $10 door. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.

Gowanda’s Community Theater presents: “The Little Town of Christmas”

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., 2 p.m. Tickets $5 – under 3, free.

“Light Up Cassadaga”

4 p.m. Gathering in Ames Common. 4 p.m.: Santa, hot chocolate, crafts, cookies, Living Nativity. 5 p.m. Light up the park, holiday caroling. 5:30 p.m. talent showcase.

Jolly Holiday Trivia Night

Merritt Winery, 2264 King Road, Forestville, 4 p.m. 10 round trivia game. Create a team or go it alone. Chance for prizes.

Jamestown “The Magic of Holiday Movies” parade

City Hall, 200 E. Third St., 6 p.m. Fireworks after Santa’s arrival.

Union Relief Association of Westfield annual Charity Ball

Eason Hall, 23 Elm St., Westfield, 7 p.m. cocktail hour, ball begins at 8 p.m. Tickets $30 per person. Purchase at Blue June Blooms. Formal attire.

Silver Creek High School presents: “Game of Tiaras”

High School auditorium, 1 Dickinson St., 7 p.m. Rated PG-13. General admission $10, students/senior citizens $5.

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series – Come Home for the Holidays Warner Theatre, 811 State St., 7:30 p.m. Erie $30, $45, $56, $68. Festive music, special guests, visit from Santa.

Randolph “Light up the Night” Christmas parade

Downtown Randolph, 7:30 p.m.

Fredonia Holiday Choral Concert: Chamber Choir, College Choir, Camerata

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, DEC. 7

Christmas through Village of Findley Lake

Wagon rides, visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus, specials in shops.

Breakfast with Santa at Peek ‘n Peak

1457 Olde Road, Clymer, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Adult $25, kids $18, includes breakfast buffet, craft stations, phot op with Santa, toy from Santa. Add a hot chocolate bar for $7. Reservations required. Call 716 355-4141.

Breakfast with Santa at Randolph American Legion

62 Jamestown St., 9 to 11 a.m.

Christmas at the Inn

The White Inn, 52 E. Main St., Dunkirk, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse handmade gift items made by local artisans.

NSAA’s annual Holiday Art Show

21 Brix Winery, 6654 W. Main Road, Portland, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local NSAA member artists will display works of photography, ceramics, fiber arts, watercolors, oil, acrylic paintings, mixed media, jewelry, woodworking, more. 21 Brix tasting room open.

Lakeshore Humane Society’s “Picture Your Pet With Santa” Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pets, children, family photos with Santa Claus taken by a photographer, available for purchase to benefit LHS. $15 for one pose; $20 for three poses. Digital photo(s) will be sent via email. Cash, check, or credit card payments accepted. Pets must be vaccinated, friendly, on a leash or in carrier. Multiple pets, children welcome. (No sick, aggressive, or exotic animals). “Cats Meow” boutique in the LHS Adoption Center lobby will be open.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua County service

222 Temple St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. Speaker Bridget Majka, Chautauqua County Rural Ministry Director, will address “Choosing Hope” and explain the services of CCRM during the service. Public welcome. Zoom link available. Website is uucnc.org

Sherman Christmas in the Village

Stanley Hose, 122 Park St. :chicken, biscuits 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; The Cooler, 114 W. Main St.: Toys for Tots Bingo 3 p.m. Sherman Baptist Church, 218 Third Ave. Old-fashioned church service 6 p.m.

Fredonia Presbyterian Church Nativity Display and Alternative Christmas Market

219 Central Ave., 12. to 1 p.m. Free admission. Over 300 Nativity scenes (creches) displayed, refreshments, live music. Free event, children welcome. Shop at the Alternative Christmas Market in the Fellowship Hall for handcrafted, fair trade goods, support life-giving organizations.

Christmas at the Station

Lake Shore Railway Museum, 31 Wall St., North East, PA., 12 to 4 p.m. Gift shop, craft vendors, speeder car rides, model trains, raffle items, more. Lunch served in the dining car 12 to 2:30 p.m. Call 814 725-1911.

St. Nicholas party

St. Hyacinth’s gym, Lake Shore Drive, Dunkirk, 12:15 p.m. All families welcome. Crafts, lunch, visit from St. Nicholas. Requesting donations of desserts, finger foods for event; non-perishable food items for the needy requested.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: First Sunday Story Time

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Children 2 to 8 with an adult. Free event. Limited space. Register by calling 716 569-2345.

Southern Tier Bills Booster Club watch party

First Ward Falcons Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, Bengals vs. Bills 1 p.m. kick-off. Lasagna provided, dish to pass optional.

Leon Historical Society church and museum Community Christmas program

Four corners in Leon, Route 62, 2 p.m.

“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 2 p.m. London’s longest-running comedy. General seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; students/children $5 advance, $10 door.

Chautauqua County Historical Society “Just Desserts” holiday open house

McClurg Museum, 20 E. Main St., Westfield, 2 to 4 p.m. Refreshments, music by Kent Knappenberger’s music students, “The McClurg Street Band.” For details, call 716 326-2977.

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series – Come Home for the Holidays Warner Theatre, 811 State St., 3 p.m. Erie $30, $45, $56, $68. Festive music, special guests, visit from Santa.

Busti Old Fashioned Christmas

Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 4 to 6 p.m. Holiday market, cookie sale, candle lit tours of Miller House, Museum, send letter to Santa from museum post office, make reindeer feed. Admission by donation.

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.

Fredonia Vocal Jazz Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Williams G138, Blue Lounge, 8 p.m.