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Peaceful Soul Farmers’ Market

The Peaceful Soul Farmers’ Market is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 11359 Southwestern Blvd., Irving. It features a variety of vendors.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library autumn book sale

The library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, offers books for sale: hardcovers $1, paperbacks $.50, DVD and CDs $1, children’s books $.25 or 5/$1. Hours today are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dunkirk Fredonia Rotary Club Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue

The Rotary club, which assist the community with local needs, will hold a drive-through chicken barbecue meal from noon to 5 p.m. or sold out at the Forest Lodge 166, 321 E. Main St., Fredonia. The cost is $12.

COVID vaccination clinic

A drive-through vaccination clinic will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Chautauqua Lake Central School bus garage, 100 N. Erie St., Mayville. No appointments are needed, but pre-registration is available. Bring proper ID and wear a mask. Don’t bring pets.

Silver Creek Meet the Candidates dinner

The meet the candidates dinner will take place at 5 p.m. at the Firehouse on the Lake at the end of Jackson Street, Silver Creek. The $12 dinner includes a roast beef sandwich, chicken, pasta or potatoes, vegetable and a brownie. There will also be a basket raffle. Call Carol at 934-4209 for pre-sale tickets.

St. Joseph’s bingo

Bingo will take place at St. Joseph’s parish, 145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m.; bingo begins at 7. Masks should be worn by those not vaccinated and social distancing will be observed.

Villenova Burial Association annual fall meeting

The annual fall meeting of the Villenova Burial Association will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Villenova Town Hall, 1094 Butcher Road., South Dayton. Plan to wear a mask regardless of vaccination status. This is a member meeting for anyone who owns a lot or has a family member buried in the Villenova Cemetery….as a member, you are a part of the VBA and responsible for the Cemetery’s future operation and upkeep. This meeting will also involve the election of Trustees for expiring Trustee terms and the yearly election of officers. The present Trustees of the VBA would greatly welcome your attendance at, and participation in, this meeting, as we work to preserve our 200+ year old cemetery!

1891 Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House will present the documentary “On Broadway” at 7:30 p.m. As audiences prepare for the return of live theater after an unprecedented absence of 18 months, an all-star cast tells the inside story of the last time Broadway came back from the brink. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors, $5 for students. At this time, ALL patrons are asked to wear masks when attending Opera House events.

Guest Artist Recital: Joshua Lauretig, oboe and I-Fei Chen, piano SUNY Fredonia Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8:15 p.m., free event.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 20

Ahira Hall Memorial Library autumn book sale

The library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, offers books for sale:hardcovers $1, paperbacks $.50, DVD and CDs $1, children’s books $.25 or 5/$1. Hours today are 1 to 8 p.m.

Fredonia Faculty Composers

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall. 8 p.m. Free event.

Tops Brocton meeting

TOPS Brocton meets on Wednesdays at 3 p.m. for weigh-ins and 3:30 for the meeting at the Fellowship Church, 148 W. Main Street, Brocton. Everyone is welcome.

THURSDAY, OCT. 21

Ahira Hall Memorial Library autumn book sale

The library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, offers books for sale: hardcovers $1, paperbacks $.50, DVD and CDs $1, children’s books $.25 or 5/$1. Hours today are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sinclairville Free Library musical jam

Join leader Bill Frost at the Sinclairville library, 15 Main St. from 3 to 5 p.m. Bring instruments and voices. Audience members are also welcome. The program is free and open to all ages. Call 962-5885 for details.

Dunkirk Elks Lodge bingo

Dunkirk Elks Lodge bingo will be held at Central Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. Admission sales begin at 6 p.m. Games start at 7 p.m. Social distancing will be followed. Masks must be worn by those who are not fully vaccinated.

Rosary for Peace in the World

This recurring Rosary takes place on the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.

Patterson Library presents: Ekstasis 2.0 Concert

The library, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, will host a concert featuring solo and chamber repertoire students from SUNY Fredonia playing a curated salon series of musical gems at 6:30 p.m.

Brass Chamber Ensembles

SUNY Fredonia Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m. Free event.

FRIDAY, OCT. 22

Ahira Hall Memorial Library autumn book sale

The library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, offers books for sale: hardcovers $1, paperbacks $.50, DVD and CDs $1, children’s books $.25 or 5/$1. Hours today are 1 to 5 p.m.

Folk in Fredonia presents: ” The Special Consensus”

The bluegrass band “The Special Consensus” will perform at the 1891 Fredonia Opera House at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 general admission, $18 Opera House members, $10 students. At this time, ALL patrons are asked to wear masks when attending Opera House events.

SUNY Fredonia Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “The Wild Party”

Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m., reserved seating. General public $30, student/child $15. This mystery set in the prohibition era. The book, music and lyrics are by Andrew Lippa based on a poem by Joseph Moncure March. Director: Dr. Jessica Hillman-McCord.

SATURDAY, OCT. 23

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

The Fredonia Farmers’ Market moves indoors to the Masonic Lodge, 321 E.Main St., Fredonia from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of vendors, with special events TBA. See the Fredonia Farmers’ Market FaceBook page for updates.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Unused or expired prescription medication can be safely disposed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Alstar Ambulance, 738 Monroe St., Dunkirk; Westfield Family Physicians, 138 E. Main St., Westfield or Chautauqua Mall Parking Lot, 318 e. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood across from Aspire. The event is free and anonymous. Liquids and sharps will not be accepted.

Jamestown Public Market

The Jamestown Public Market is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Third Street, downtown Jamestown. The market includes local farmers, homesteaders, food businesses, prepared food vendors and local craft artisans For more information, visit www.jtownpublicmarket.org/farmers-market.

Kinda Scared at the Fair

Partners in Kind of Chautauqua County is hosting adrive-through trick or treating event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Vehicles will be looped through the back parking lot at the County Fairgrounds on Waldorf Road near Brigham Road in Dunkirk, with no visitors exiting their vehicle. Attendees can dress in costume as they come through the track and stop at the various stations (volunteers in kid-friendly costumes). Volunteers will place a variety of holiday treats through the car window. The event is free, but donations of any of the following items for local school food pantries are happily accepted: Uncrustables, Ramen cups, Spaghettio/Ravioli cups, Ez Mac cups,fruit cups, applesauce pouches, yogurt pouches, granola or breakfast bars, cereal cups, rice cups, mashed potato cups, vegetable cups, peanut butter and jelly (plastic containers), hot cocoa. instant twist top soups, deodorant, toothpaste/toothbrush combos, gently used hats and gloves. gallon ziplock bags for hats/gloves. No canned goods will be accepted. Items donated will be given to children who may be responsible for making their own meals, therefore only easy-open containers will be accepted.

Rabies vaccine

There will be a free rabies vaccination clinic from 1 to 4 p.m. at the town of Portland highway barn, 1934 Route 20, Brocton. All dogs, cats and domesticated ferrets three months of age and older are eligible. Visit https://chqgov.com/environmental-health/rabies-prevention for details.

Live at the Met: Fire Shut Up in My Bones

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 1 p.m. General Admission $20, $18 Opera House Members, $10 Students. The first opera by a Black composer presented on the Met stage and featuring a libretto by filmmaker Kasi Lemmons, the opera tells a poignant and profound story about a young man’s journey to overcome a life of trauma and hardship.At this time, ALL patrons are asked to wear masks when attending Opera House events.

Cassadaga American Legion fund-raiser for Oshei’s Children’s Hospital

A Terry Buchwald concert will be held at the Cassadaga Legion, 228 Maple Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. with the concert starting at 6. Tickets are $25, including a dinner of a quarter barbecue chicken with macaroni sald, applesauce, roll, butter and cake. Just the show is $15 or just dinner is $12. Call or text 595-2326 for details.

Angola Public Library harvest dinner fundraiser

Cala’s Catering will provide a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings at the Evans Center Fire Hall on Erie Road with proceeds benefiting the Angola Public Library. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with a cash bar available and dinner at 7. There will also be a basket auction, 50-50 drawing and strolling violinist.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House will present the comedy drama “23 Walks” at 7:30 p.m. It stars Dave Johns and Alison Steadman as two older strangers finding love later in life. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors, $5 for students, At this time, ALL patrons are asked to wear masks when attending Opera House events.

SUNY Fredonia Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “The Wild Party”

Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m., reserved seating. General public $30, student/child $15. This mystery set in the prohibition era. The book, music and lyrics are by Andrew Lippa based on a poem by Joseph Moncure March. Director: Dr. Jessica Hillman-McCord.

SUNDAY, OCT. 24

Northern Chautauqua County Club Association meeting

The NCCCA will be held at 10:30 a.m. in the Fredonia Beaver Club, 64 Prospect St. All COVID restrictions will be implemented.

SUNY Fredonia Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “The Wild Party”

Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m., reserved seating. General public $30, student/child $15. This mystery set in the prohibition era. The book, music and lyrics are by Andrew Lippa based on a poem by Joseph Moncure March. Director: Dr. Jessica Hillman-McCord.

Student Opera Theatre Association presents: A Grand Night of Singing

SUNY Fredonia Mason Hall, Diers Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

MONDAY, OCT. 25

Grape Discovery Center beach glass art class

Pre-registration is required for the beach glass art class at the Grape Discovery Center, 8305 W. Main St., Westfield at 6 p.m. Visit grapediscoveryventer.com/events by Oct. 22.

The $30 ticket includes everything needed to create a one-of-a-kind 4-by-6 inch piece of beach glass artwork, using tumbled glass, a glass of wine or non-alcoholic beverage and some light snacks.

Woodwind Chamber Ensembles

SUNY Fredonia Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m. Free event.