Coming up …
FRIDAY, MAY 22
Community-wide Garage, Yard Sales – Mayville, surrounding areas
Buy maps at Handcrafted from the Heart, 38 S. Erie St., Mayville, $2.
Memorial Day Weekend at Bemus Point Golf Club, Tap House
72 Main St., live music, golf, food, drinks, outdoor fun. 4 p.m. Cowboy Hat Happy Hour; 6 to 9 p.m. Swamp Yankees.
USAF Heritage Brass
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 7 p.m. 15-member ensemble features brass, percussion, vocals performing orchestral transcriptions, jazz standards, patriotic favorites. Free event, limit 4 tickets per request. Call, visit box office T-F 12:to 4:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, MAY 23
Community-wide Garage, Yard Sales – Mayville, surrounding areas
Buy maps at Handcrafted from the Heart, 38 S. Erie St., Mayville, $2.
Memorial Day Nature, Wellness Weekend
Heron Farm, Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. 3 day weekend – mindfulness, movement, workshops, family friendly, potluck. Donations – recommended $10 to $20 per person. Camping, lodging by reservation, fees. May Day celebration.
Dunkirk Flea Market
Route 5 (Lake Shore Drive E.), Central Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors accepted each week for $20 per spot. Contact Brian Meyers 716 680-0958.
Amish Relief Auction
Farm of Menno Yoder, 5738 Stoddard Road, Conewango Valley, 9 a.m to 5 p.m. Amish-made furniture, tables, chairs, rockers, clocks, quilts, rugs, wall hangings, handmade items, outdoor items, animals, farm equipment, gift certificates, more. Proceeds benefit children, needy families, doctors’ bills, hospital bills owed by Conewango Valley community.
Fredonia Farmers’ Market
Church Street, 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.
Westfield Flea Market
Moore Park, corner of Routes 20, 394, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Westfield Farmers’, Artisans’ Market
Moore Park, corner of Routes 20, 394, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local fruits, vegetables, baked goods, eggs, wine, spirits, honey, locally produced foods, live entertainment. Flea market section with vintage items.
Memorial Day Weekend at Bemus Point Golf Club, Tap House
72 Main St., live music, golf, food, drinks, outdoor fun. 9 a.m. Sunshine, strength HIIT; 10 a.m. yoga, brew; 6 p.m. Michael Hund, classic rock all-stars
CLPOA “Wetlands” public meeting
Lawson Center, 73 Lakeside Drive, Bemus Point, 9:30 to 11 a.m. For Chautauqua Lake Property owners; those who enjoy the lake as a lake. Fight abusive NYS/DEC overreach, ineffective lake management plan. Coffee, water, snacks.
North Shore Arts Alliance Art Trail
Multiple studios, galleries along Lake Erie, Chautauqua Lake. Visit participating artists in a driving tour throughout the county. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Patterson Library presents: DND Teens
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dungeons, Dragons opportunity for teens.
Lake Erie State Park Interpretive program
5838 Lake Shore Dr. W., Brocton. Free programs for public, but park admission fee applies. 10 a.m. “I will survive.” Learn ancient, modern survival techniques to deal with being in wooded areas when lost, in darkness, or in inclement weather. 10:45 a.m.: Craft a survival paracord bracelet – promotes creativity, survival skills for all ages.12:30 p.m. Learn about black bears.
WRFA’s Vintage & Art Fair
Reg Lenna Media Arts Studio, 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Records/ CDs, tapes, vintage clothing, local art, comics, crafts, memorabilia, more. Admission $3. Vendor, admission fees go to support community radio station WRFA.
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.
Celebration of Life for Tina Armstrong
The Master’s Plan Cafe, 9568 Railroad Ave., Dayton. Ride in Tina’s memory 12 to 1:30 p.m., led by Ken, cars, bikes welcome to join. Food available before, after ride – hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork, chicken barbecue. Sides, salads, desserts welcome. Service at 2 p.m. Basket raffle. Proceeds to Tina’s family. For details, call/text Ken at 716 200-6945.
Chautauqua Belle maiden 2026 voyage
78 Water St., Mayville, 1 p.m.
League of Women Voters of Chautauqua candidate forum
Fredonia Grange, 58 W. Main St., 6 p.m. Features Kevin Stocker from Tonawanda and Aaron Gies of Olean for the 23rd District House of Representatives seat for the Democratic Party. May submit questions to croxtonlwvchq@gmail.com. All welcome.
SUNDAY, MAY 24
Community -wide Garage, Yard Sales – Mayville, surrounding areas
Buy maps at Handcrafted from the Heart, 38 S. Erie St., Mayville, $2.
Memorial Day Nature, Wellness Weekend
Heron Farm, Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. 3 day weekend – mindfulness, movement, workshops, family friendly, potluck. Donations – recommended $10 to $20 per person. Camping, lodging by reservation, fees. May Day celebration.
Memorial Day Golf Scramble
Bemus Point Golf Club, Tap House, 72 Main St., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 4 to 7 p.m.: Skinny Moo Band.
North Shore Arts Alliance Art Trail
Multiple studios, galleries along Lake Erie, Chautauqua Lake. Visit participating artists in a driving tour throughout the county. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Community Wide-Garage, Yard Sales – Mayville, surrounding areas
Buy maps at Handcrafted from the Heart, 38 S. Erie St., Mayville.
Heron May Day Celebration
Heron Farm, Event Center, 2361 Waits Corners Road, Panama, 1 to 5 p.m. Live music, drumming, dancing, decorating the maypole. Gather around campfire. Bring dish to share for community potluck. Camping, unique Airbnb available. 646 248-4989.
Gerry Memorial Day parade
2 p.m., followed by remembrance ceremony at Cemetery. 96th Highlanders Pipes and Drums will perform.
SINGO – Golden Oldies Vol. 2
Liberty Vineyards & Winery, 2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 3 to 5 p.m. Free to attend, play. Wine, other beverages, snacks available for purchase.
CLPOA “Wetlands” public meeting
Lawson Center, 73 Lakeside Drive, Bemus Point, 6:30 to 8 p.m. For Chautauqua Lake Property owners; those who enjoy the lake as a lake. Fight abusive NYS/DEC overreach, ineffective lake management plan. Coffee, water, snacks.
MONDAY, MAY 25 Memorial Day
Memorial Day Nature, Wellness Weekend
Heron Farm, Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. 3 day weekend – mindfulness, movement, workshops, family friendly, potluck. Donations – recommended $10 to $30 per person. Camping, lodging by reservation, fees. May Day celebration.
Dunkirk Memorial Day services, parade
8:30 a.m.: Knights of Columbus service at Dunkirk Lighthouse; 10 a.m.: DJVC at Memorial Park; 11 a.m.: Parade on Central Avenue. Lighthouse is open daily for tours, check website for daily times
and full schedule of events www.dunkirklighthouse.com
Sheridan Historical Society open house
2702 Route 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests welcome.
Jamestown Memorial Day parade
Downtown, 10 a.m. concludes with memorial service at Soldiers Circle in Lakeview Cemetery. 96th Highlanders Pipes and Drums will perform.
Falconer Memorial Day parade
10:15, followed by memorial service in Pine Hill cemetery.
Randolph Memorial Day parade
Memorial Day Weekend at Bemus Point Golf Club, Tap House
72 Main St., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eat, Drink & B. Mary Bloody Mary party.
Sheridan Fire Department Weidner’s drive-through chicken barbecue
2800 Route 20, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. or sold out. $15 donation dinner. Optional $5 50/50 raffle. See FB page for pre-sale tickets.
American Legion Fredonia Memorial Post 59 Memorial Day services
Fredonia Village Hall, 9 Church St., 12 p.m.
American Legion Post 62 annual Weidner’s chicken barbecue
Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 12 to 4 p.m. or until sold out. Pre-sale guaranteed until 3 p.m. $15 presale, $16 at door. Basket raffle. Live music by the Tonebenders 3 to 6 p.m.
Music on the Boardwalk
Boardwalk Market, 8 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m. Live musical performance by Two Towns.
