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MONDAY, MARCH 21

Darwin R. Barker Library virtual storytime

Join via Zoom at 10:30 a.m. All programs are free of charge. All children are welcome. To register, send an e-mail including the child’s name and a phone number to childrenslibrarian@barkerlibrary.org

HOPE (Healing Our Pain with Empathy) meeting

All parents who have experienced the death of a child are invited to participate in the free HOPE grief support group. The meeting takes place at General physicians, PC Dunkirk office, 3898 Vineyard Drive from 6 to 8 p.m. Meetings are held the third Monday of each month. Call 716 338-0033 ext. 212 for details.

TUESDAY, MARCH 22

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.

Jamestown Coin Club meeting (fourth Tuesday except December)

Celoron American Legion – Herman Kent Post 777, 26 Jackson Ave. in Jamestown/West Ellicott. Doors open at 6 p.m., meeting begins at 7. Door prizes, raffles, and an auction of coins submitted by members. Annual membership is $10. Guests welcome at no charge. For details, call 716 720-1591. This meeting is Junior Guest Night.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House presents “Dog,” starring Channing Tatum, at 7:30 p.m. It is the story of an Army Ranger and a Belgian Malinois racing down the Pacific Coast in an attempt to get to a fellow soldier’s funeral on time. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors, $5 for students, At this time, Masks are no longer required at Fredonia Opera House events, but all patrons are encouraged to wear masks while in the venue, and to socially distance when possible. Masks are available in the lobby and in the box office if needed.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23

Girl Scout Troop 20158 cookie booth sale

Clarion Hotel Marina and Conference Center, Lake Shore Drive, Dunkirk, 4:30 p.m.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Soup and Scripture

This six-week program held Wednesdays during Lent begins with soup at 6 p.m. and is then followed by scripture at 6:30. Space is limited. Call the rectory, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, phone 716 366-1750 to sign up.

THURSDAY, MARCH 24

Anderson-Lee Library presents: School age story time

For ages 6 to 12, 43 Main St., Silver Creek at 10:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, games and other activities are offered. Limit of 10 children, preregistration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Darwin R. Library presents: “Master Builders”

All children are welcome to come to the library, 7 Day St., Fredonia, at 4 p.m.to build with LEGOs, Magformers, Lincoln Logs, Snap Circuits, Marble Runs, Construx, Cubelets and more, free of charge. There will be weekly challenges. No registration is required. Caregivers must remain in the building. Masks must be worn at all times.

Darwin R. Library presents: Creative Writing Workshops

All are welcome to come to the library, 7 Day St., Fredonia, at 4 p.m.to write. No registration is required. Masks must be worn at all times.

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. Social distancing will be followed. Masks must be worn by those who are not fully vaccinated.

GriefShare support group

This group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. at Harvest Chapel Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia from Feb. 24 through May 12. To register for this grief recovery support group, visit www.griefshare.org/groups/145269. With questions, Contact Pastor Lisa at 716 679-0987.

Fredonia Forum: “Revitalizing our Community One Step at a Time”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 6:30 p.m. Presentations and a panel discussion regarding implementing the “Complete Streets” philosophy.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO club

For ages 6 to 12, 43 Main St., Silver Creek at 6:30 p.m. Limit of 10 children, preregistration required. Call 716 934-3468.

FRIDAY, MARCH 25

Patterson Library presents: story times

40 S. Portage St., Westfield. At 10 a.m., a fairy tales-themed Littles Story Time will take lace, followed by an “At the Castle” Patterson Park Story Time at 10:45 a.m.

Darwin R. Barker Library virtual storytime

Join via Zoom at 10:30 a.m. All programs are free of charge. All children are welcome. To register, send an e-mail including the child’s name and a phone number to childrenslibrarian@barkerlibrary.org

Ukulele Jam

Rockefeller Arts Center P84, Costello Community room at 6 p.m.

Stations of the Cross for Youth

Presented by Blessed Mary Angela RC Parish Faith Formation at St. Hyacinth’s Church, Lakeshore Drive East, Dunkirk. Come join the youth of the parish walk the stations, while pausing to reflect and pray. For details, call Loi Felt at 716 785-8831.

Fredonia High School presents the musical “All Shook Up”

7:30 p.m., District Auditorium. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the door or at fredoniamusical.com

Music Therapy Department recital

SUNY Fredonia Mason Hall, Diers Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Performing Arts Company presents: Small Mouth Sounds

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center Bartlett Theater, 7:30 p.m.

Audubon Lights

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Reserve a time slot between 8 to 10 p.m. Trailside forests and ponds will glow with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more to create an illuminated trail around the Nature Center. The self-guided walk is just under half a mile. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members, $6 children 3 to 15. Free for 2 and under. Paid reservations encouraged by the night before the date. See auduboncnc.org

SATURDAY, MARCH 26

Falconer Rotary pancake and waffle breakfast

Falcon’s Nest, 2001 E. Main St. from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. $9 adults, $5 children 5 and under, can be purchased at the door. Cans and bottles will be accepted during the event to help fund community projects.

Fairbanks Maple Products Maple Weekend event

1968 Shaw Road, Forestville. Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pancake breakfast 8 to 2; lunch 12 to 4. Syrup, candy, cream jelly, suckers, mustard, maple coated peanuts, gift certificates, gift baskets, shipping available.

Ploetz’s Maple Syrup maple weekend

12833 Dowd Road, Springville, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., all you can eat pancakes served – adults:$9, ages 4 to 10, $5, 3 and under free. Dine in or take out. Sales room open with syrup and maple products. Wagon rides, small farm animals, maple samples and mini tours. Maple pulled pork sandwiches and maple hot dogs available until 4 p.m.

Maple Weekend at Clear Creek Farms, LLC

5067 Morris Road, Mayville, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Farm fresh products available in the Maple Store.

Arcade & Attica Railroad Train Ride, Tour and Pancake Breakfast

The train leaves from the station at 278 Main St. , Arcade and travels to North Java. There will be two rides each day – the first at 9 a.m. and the second at 12:30 p.m. The cost of $55 per person includes the train ride, tour of Kibler Sugar Shack and a pancake breakfast catered meal by Wayne Abbott from the Flipside.. Purchase tickets at www.aarailroad.com. Proceeds benefit Charlotte House Comfort Care, North Java. With questions, call 585-492-3100.

Maple Weekend at Big Tree Maple

2040 Holly Lane, Lakewood, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free maple coffee, taste samples, sugar house tours, Sugar Shack open for shopping.

Maple Weekend at Lily Acre Farms

7768 Parcell Road, Stockton, Farm tour, live demonstrations of maple production, pancake, waffle breakfasts available for $11.

Maple Weekend at Scott Farms & Greenhouse

6029 Route 60, Sinclairville. Maple cream ,candy and cotton candy will be demonstrated. Will have videos playing with all woods set up and other maple videos. All products will be available for purchase in the sugar house.

Fredonia Farmers Market

The Fredonia Farmers’ Market is held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday November through mid-May at the Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., Fredonia. It features a variety of vendors, with special events TBA.

Girl Scout Troop 20158 cookie booth sale

Big Lots, D & F Plaza, Vineyard Drive, Dunkirk.

Maple Weekend at Johnson Estate Winery

8419 W. Route 20, Westfield, noon to 4 p.m. Maple liquer served with fresh French crepe with Big Creek maple syrup and toasted nuts for $5 per person.

Lakeshore Humane Society open adoption hours

The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from noon to 3 p.m. Regardless of vaccination status, masks covering the nose and mouth must be worn at all times on LHS grounds. Those who are ill, have tested positive for COVID, or have been near someone who has tested positive are asked to delay a visit. Tours of the facility will not be given. Individual appointments are available throughout the week. The Cat’s Meow Boutique will be open for purchases by the public. For details, call 716 672-1991.

Live at the Met presents: Verdi’s “Don Carlos”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 for general admission, $18 Opera House members, $10 students. The opera is sung in French with English subtitles. Masks are no longer required at Fredonia Opera House events, but all patrons are encouraged to wear masks while in the venue, and to socially distance when possible. Masks are available in the lobby and in the box office if needed.

Fredonia High School presents the musical “All Shook Up”

7:30 p.m., District Auditorium. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the door or at fredoniamusical.com

Performing Arts Company presents: Small Mouth Sounds

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center Bartlett Theater, 7:30 p.m.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House presents “Death on the Nile,” 7:30p.m. Based on a book by Agatha Christy, Hercules Poirot’s Egyptian vacation turns into a terrifying search for a murderer. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors, $5 for students, At this time, Masks are no longer required at Fredonia Opera House events, but all patrons are encouraged to wear masks while in the venue, and to socially distance when possible. Masks are available in the lobby and in the box office if needed.

Audubon Lights

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Reserve a time slot between 8 to 10 p.m. Trailside forests and ponds will glow with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more to create an illuminated trail around the Nature Center. The self-guided walk is just under half a mile. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members, $6 children 3 to 15. Free for 2 and under. Paid reservations encouraged by the night before the date. See auduboncnc.org

SUNDAY, MARCH 27

Fairbanks Maple Products Maple Weekend event

1968 Shaw Road, Forestville. Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pancake breakfast 8 to 2; lunch 12 to 4. Syrup, candy, cream jelly, suckers, mustard, maple coated peanuts, gift certificates, gift baskets, shipping available.

Maple Weekend at Clear Creek Farms, LLC

5067 Morris Road, Mayville, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Farm fresh products available in the Maple Store.

Ploetz’s Maple Syrup maple weekend

12833 Dowd Road, Springville, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., all you can eat pancakes served – adults:$9, ages 4 to 10, $5, 3 and under free. Dine in or take out. Sales room open with syrup and maple products. Wagon rides, small farm animals, maple samples and mini tours. Maple pulled pork sandwiches and maple hot dogs available until 4 p.m.

Arcade & Attica Railroad Train Ride, Tour and Pancake Breakfast

The train leaves from the station at 278 Main St. , Arcade and travels to North Java. There will be two rides each day – the first at 9 a.m. and the second at 12:30 p.m. The cost of $55 per person includes the train ride, tour of Kibler Sugar Shack and a pancake breakfast catered meal by Wayne Abbott from the Flipside.. Purchase tickets at www.aarailroad.com. Proceeds benefit Charlotte House Comfort Care, North Java. With questions, call 585-492-3100.

Maple Weekend at Big Tree Maple

2040 Holly Lane, Lakewood, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free maple coffee, taste samples, sugar house tours, Sugar Shack open for shopping.

Maple Weekend at Lily Acre Farms

7768 Parcell Road, Stockton, Farm tour, live demonstrations of maple production, pancake, waffle breakfasts available for $11.

Maple Weekend at Scott Farms & Greenhouse

6029 Route 60, Sinclairville. Maple cream, candy and cotton candy will be demonstrated. Will have videos playing with all woods set up and other maple videos. All products will be available for purchase in the sugar house.

Jamestown Coin Club Spring Coin Show

Celoron American Legion – Herman Kent Post 777, 26 Jackson Ave. in Jamestown/West Ellicott from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Admission is free. The event includes buying, selling and offering free appraisals of United States, ancient and foreign coins. Coin supplies will also be available for purchase.

Maple Weekend at Johnson Estate Winery

8419 W. Route 20, Westfield, noon to 4 p.m. Maple liquer served with fresh French crepe with Big Creek maple syrup and toasted nuts for $5 per person.

St. Rose of Lima’s annual spaghetti dinner

11 Center St., Forestville, noon until sold out. Drive through, take out only. Spaghetti, homemade sauce, salad, bread and dessert for $10 per dinner.

Performing Arts Company presents: Small Mouth Sounds SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center Bartlett Theater, 2 p.m.

Western New York Chamber Orchestra Classics #3: Opera: Le Vin Herbé

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 4 p.m

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Taize prayer service

328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, this 40-minute service begins at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome from any parish or Christian denomination to this meditative experience blending song, silence and scripture.

MONDAY, MARCH 28

Darwin R. Barker Library virtual storytime

Join via Zoom at 10:30 a.m. All programs are free of charge. All children are welcome. To register, send an e-mail including the child’s name and a phone number to childrenslibrarian@barkerlibrary.org

Patterson Library presents: Super Smash Mouth Bros tournament

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 4 p.m. For all children under age 18.

Fly Fishing/Fly Tying Club

Meet at the Costello Community Room, Rockefeller Arts Center, SUNY Fredonia from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Classes are open to everyone at the college and in the community. Classes and supplies are provided at no cost. Everything is provided, just show up. The program is open to children over 12 ( younger if accompanied by an adult) and community members of all ages.

TUESDAY, MARCH 29

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.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House presents “Death on the Nile,” 7:30p.m. Based on a book by Agatha Christy, Hercules Poirot’s Egyptian vacation turns into a terrifying search for a murderer. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors, $5 for students, At this time, Masks are no longer required at Fredonia Opera House events, but all patrons are encouraged to wear masks while in the venue, and to socially distance when possible. Masks are available in the lobby and in the box office if needed.

Fredonia Brass Chamber Ensembles

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Soup and Scripture This six-week program held Wednesdays during Lent begins with soup at 6 p.m. and is then followed by scripture at 6:30. Space is limited. Call the rectory, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, phone 716 366-1750 to sign up.

Fredonia Woodwind Chamber Ensembles

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 31

Anderson-Lee Library presents: School age story time For ages 6 to 12, 43 Main St., Silver Creek at 10:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, games and other activities are offered. Limit of 10 children, preregistration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Darwin R. Library presents: “Master Builders”

All children are welcome to come to the library, 7 Day St., Fredonia, at 4 p.m.to build with LEGOs, Magformers, Lincoln Logs, Snap Circuits, Marble Runs, Construx, Cubelets and more, free of charge. There will be weekly challenges. No registration is required. Caregivers must remain in the building. Masks must be worn at all times.

Darwin R. Library presents: Creative Writing Workshops

All are welcome to come to the library, 7 Day St., Fredonia, at 4 p.m.to write. No registration is required. Masks must be worn at all times.

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. Social distancing will be followed. Masks must be worn by those who are not fully vaccinated.

Fredonia Jazz Society presents: “Jazz at Domus Fare”

Choose the 5:30 p.m. or the 8 p.m. show at 41 W. Main St., Fredonia. Food and drink will be available for purchase. The trio of Fredonia’s own Nick Weiser, a bassist and drummer will be joined by saxophonists Brad Leali and Elliot Scozzaro. Admission is by ticket only for $20. Information and tickets are online at www.fredoniajazzsociety.com. Attendees will need to provide proof of vaccination and wear a mask whenever they are not actually seated at a table.

GriefShare support group

This group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. at Harvest Chapel Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia from Feb. 24 through May 12. To register for this grief recovery support group, visit www.griefshare.org/groups/145269. With questions, Contact Pastor Lisa at 716 679-0987.

Silver Creek High School presents the musical “The Addams Family”

High school auditorium, 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults or $8 for students/seniors. Purchase online at https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/silvercreekhs/buy-tix

FRIDAY, APRIL 1

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday: topic TBA

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. 11 a.m. to noon. $8 adults, $6 members and children 9 to 15.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Ekstasis 2.0 Student Recital

Admission to this 1 p.m. event is free, but a suggested donation of $10 would be gratefully accepted. Masks are no longer required at Fredonia Opera House events, but all patrons are encouraged to wear masks while in the venue, and to socially distance when possible. Masks are available in the lobby and in the box office if needed.

Silver Creek High School presents the musical “The Addams Family”

High school auditorium, 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults or $8 for students/seniors. Purchase online at https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/silvercreekhs/buy-tix

Fredonia High School presents the musical “All Shook Up”

7:30 p.m., District Auditorium. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the door or at fredoniamusical.com

Audubon Lights

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Reserve a time slot between 8;15 to 10 p.m. Trailside forests and ponds will glow with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more to create an illuminated trail around the Nature Center. The self-guided walk is just under half a mile. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members, $6 children 3 to 15. Free for 2 and under. Paid reservations encouraged by the night before the date. See auduboncnc.org

SATURDAY, APRIL 2

Fredonia Farmers Market

The Fredonia Farmers’ Market is held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday November through mid-May at the Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., Fredonia. It features a variety of vendors, with special events TBA.

Audubon Natural Egg Dyeing (Adults+)

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Session 1: 10 a.m.; session 2: 1 p.m. $10 adults, $7.50 members and children 9 to 15.

Lakeshore Humane Society open adoption hours

The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from noon to 3 p.m. Regardless of vaccination status, masks covering the nose and mouth must be worn at all times on LHS grounds. Those who are ill, have tested positive for COVID, or have been near someone who has tested positive are asked to delay a visit. Tours of the facility will not be given. Individual appointments are available throughout the week. The Cat’s Meow Boutique will be open for purchases by the public. For details, call 716 672-1991.

Silver Creek High School presents the musical “The Addams Family”

High school auditorium, 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults or $8 for students/seniors. Purchase online at https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/silvercreekhs/buy-tix

Fredonia High School presents the musical “All Shook Up”

7:30 p.m., District Auditorium. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the door or at fredoniamusical.com

Audubon Lights

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Reserve a time slot between 8;15 to 10 p.m. Trailside forests and ponds will glow with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more to create an illuminated trail around the Nature Center. The self-guided walk is just under half a mile. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members, $6 children 3 to 15. Free for 2 and under. Paid reservations encouraged by the night before the date. See auduboncnc.org

SUNDAY, APRIL 3

Silver Creek High School presents the musical “The Addams Family”

High school auditorium, 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults or $8 for students/seniors. Purchase online at https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/silvercreekhs/buy-tix

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Taize prayer service

328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, this 40-minute service begins at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome from any parish or Christian denomination to this meditative experience blending song, silence and scripture.

MONDAY, APRIL 4

Fly Fishing/Fly Tying Club

Meet at the Costello Community Room, Rockefeller Arts Center, SUNY Fredonia from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Classes are open to everyone at the college and in the community. Classes and supplies are provided at no cost. Everything is provided, just show up. The program is open to children over 12 ( younger if accompanied by an adult) and community members of all ages.

TUESDAY, APRIL 5

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.

Reg Lenna presents: Banff Mountain film festival

116 E. Third St., Jamestown. $25 adult. $15 Seniors/Students/Military. $50 V.I.P. 7 to 9;30 p.m. Features the worlds’ best mountain sport, culture, and environmental films. Mask use indoors is recommended. Doors open at 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Soup and Scripture This six-week program held Wednesdays during Lent begins with soup at 6 p.m. and is then followed by scripture at 6:30. Space is limited. Call the rectory, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, phone 716 366-1750 to sign up.

THURSDAY, APRIL 7

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. Social distancing will be followed. Masks must be worn by those who are not fully vaccinated.

GriefShare support group

This group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. at Harvest Chapel Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia from Feb. 24 through May 12. To register for this grief recovery support group, visit www.griefshare.org/groups/145269. With questions, Contact Pastor Lisa at 716 679-0987.

FRIDAY, APRIL 8

Spotlight Series: “Takin’ It To The Streets – A Doobie Brothers Tribute'” 1891 Fredonia Opera House, 7:30 p.m. General Admission $20, $18 Opera House Members, $10 Students. Masks are no longer required at Fredonia Opera House events, but all patrons are encouraged to wear masks while in the venue, and to socially distance when possible. Masks are available in the lobby and in the box office if needed.

Audubon Lights

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. Reserve a time slot between 8;15 to 10 p.m. Trailside forests and ponds will glow with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more to create an illuminated trail around the Nature Center. The self-guided walk is just under half a mile. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members, $6 children 3 to 15. Free for 2 and under. Paid reservations encouraged by the night before the date. See auduboncnc.org

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