MONDAY, AUG. 22

South Dayton Free Methodist Church Vacation Bible School

322 Pine St., South Dayton, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Children from 4 years old to sixth grade welcome to attend and take part in music, fun, goodies and games.

TUESDAY, AUG. 23

Peaceful Soul Farmers’ Market

Village of Angola, Center Street between N. Main and First Street, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. New location. Fresh produce.

SOAR Chapter 4-1 meeting

Steelworkers Union Hall, Fourth Street, Dunkirk, noon. All retirees are invited.

Chautauqua Farmer Neighbor Dinner

The Grandview of Ellington, 1116 W. Hill Road, Ellington, 5 p.m. appetizers and vendor visits, 6 p.m. dinner, buffet with local foods, then awards presentations, door prizes. Tickets: $20 per person, contact lindsay.eckman@farmcrediteast.com

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.

Silver Creek concert series

Village Ballpark, 6 to 9 p.m. Music by Ion Sky. Food vendors. Bring seating, coolers.

South Dayton Free Methodist Church Vacation Bible School

322 Pine St., South Dayton, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Children from 4 years old to sixth grade welcome to attend and take part in music, fun, goodies and games.

Jamestown Coin Club meeting

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. Junior guest night.

WEDNESDAY,

AUG. 24

Cabela’s Bass Pro Shops National Walleye Tour fishing championship

Lake Erie, 7 a.m., tournament launch, 3 p.m., weigh-in, Dunkirk Pier.

TOPS NY No. 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 716 951-8197.

Dunkirk Farmers’ Market

9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. Fresh produce available for purchase from staple local farm vendors as well as some new vendors. SNAP and Double Up programs are in place. Sponsored by Refresco.

Chautauqua County Food Policy Council meeting

Park United Methodist Church, 25 Maple Ave., Cassadaga, 2 p.m. Open to the public. Call Courtney at 716 363-3623 for details.

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.

South Dayton Free Methodist Church Vacation Bible School

322 Pine St., South Dayton, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Children from 4 years old to sixth grade welcome to attend and take part in music, fun, goodies and games.

Angola Summer Lawn Chair Concert Series

Centennial Park, Angola, 7 to 9 p.m. “The Frankfurters” – Western New York’s most popular German Band – a park favorite.

THURSDAY, AUG. 25

Cabela’s Bass Pro Shops National Walleye Tour fishing championship

Lake Erie, 7 a.m., tournament launch, 3 p.m., weigh-in, Dunkirk Pier. Kids’ Future Angler free fishing clinic, 4:30 p.m., Dunkirk Pier.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meat products, baked goods and other local fruits, vegetables and maple products for sale.

Anderson-Lee Library

presents:

Preschool story time with Miss Jill For ages 2 to 5, 43 Main St., Silver Creek at 10:30 a.m. Reading, singing, Rhymes and fun crafts offered. Limit of 10 children, preregistration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Anderson-Lee Library

presents:

School age story time with Miss Amy 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.

Mayville Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market

11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Village Park at the traffic light. Lunchtime music from noon to 1 p.m., food trucks, weekly events.

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.

Dunkirk Music on the Pier Summer Concert Series

Concession vendors. Memorial Park. Opening band at 5:25 p.m.: Yachtfathers. Headliner at 6:45 p.m.: Nerds Gone Wild.

CBA Vision Rehabilitation Services “Intrigue Your Senses with an Evening of Wine and Art” fund-raiser

Noble Winery, 8630 Hardscrabble Road, Westfield. Wine, live music, hors d’oeuvres, art preview at 5:30 p.m., art auction begins at 6:45 with auctioneer Corey Brown. $30 ticket includes a wine tasting flight or a glass of Noble Winery wine. For tickets call 716 664-6660.

Jamestown Coin Club meeting

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. August is Junior Guest Night.

Sing-along with Joe Kwiatkowski in the park

Barker Common, Fredonia, 6:30 until dark. Songbooks are provided. All are welcome. Interested persons can contact Joe Kwiatkowski at jkwiat@netsync.net

Mayville Summer Concert Series

Lakeside Park, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Live music with Interstate Daydream. Food trucks, 50/50 raffle, children’s area. Bring seating.

FRIDAY, AUG. 26

Cabela’s Bass Pro Shops National Walleye Tour fishing championship

Lake Erie, 7 a.m., tournament launch, 3 p.m., weigh-in, Dunkirk Pier.

Fredonia Festivals presents: Fredonia Farm Festival

Live entertainment, craft vendors, food vendors. Lil’ Farmer’s Tent at 10 a.m., grand opening at noon in the gazebo. Crat vendors from noon until dusk, food vendors from noon until 10 p.m. Music: Ion Sky, main stage 3 to 5 p.m.; Furious George Acoustic, gazebo, 5 to 7 p.m., Terry Buchwald, main stage 7 to 10 p.m. Children’s Tractor Pull at 6 p.m.

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog sale

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting. Hot dogs, chips and beverage for $3; chili dog, chips and beverage for $4.

Music on the Dunkirk Boardwalk

4 to 7 p.m. Performers: Footsteps.

The Resource Center and Filling the Gap Mark Pacheo WOW Fund Lip Sync Battle

Grape Discovery Center End of Summer Shindig

8305 W. Main St., Westfield, 5 to 8 p.m. Food, beverages. Call 716 326-2003 for details.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: “Butterflies and Brews”

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, multipurpose room, 6 to 8 p.m. Free-flying butterflies and flowers, food stations, central bar, mini Monarch programs and tagging, raffle. Admission $30 prepaid by Aug. 22, $35 at the door, includes two drink tickets and appetizers. Pre-registration recommended.

Ukulele Jam

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Community Room, 5 to 8:30 p.m.

Jamestown Regional Celtic Festival and Gathering of the Clans opening event

Mayville Lakeside Park, 6:30 p.m. $5 donation. Performance by “Tuatha Dea” from Gatlinburg, Tennessee. No pets due to insurance reasons. Bring seating.

SATURDAY, AUG. 27

Fredonia Festivals presents: Fredonia Farm Festival

8 a.m. Fredonia Farm Festival 5K run/walk; craft vendors 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Lil’ Farmer’s Tent 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Chee Chee the Clown; 5K awards at 11 a.m.; music with Doug Osborne Coy, main stage, noon to 1; cornhole tournament on Day Street 1 p.m.; music with Tim Bartlett, gazebo, 1 to 2 p.m.; music with Dan Siracuse, gazebo 2 to 3 p.m.; Kids Power Wheel Demolition Derby on Park Street at 3 p.m.; music by the Smith Bros., main stage, 3 to 4 p.m.; End the Waite, gazebo, 4 to 5:30 p.m.; Rik Napoli, main stage 6 to 7 p.m.; Living Room Jam Band, gazebo, 7 to 8 p.m.; country singer Dallas Remington, main stage 8 to 10 p.m.

Jamestown Regional Celtic Festival and Gathering of the Clans

Mayville Lakeside Park, 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. No pets due to insurance reasons. Bring seating. 30 Gatherings of the Clans,9 Pipe Bands, 30 Scottish Heavy Athletes, Scottish and Irish Dancers, beer and wine garden, Celtic and craft vendors, old-fashioned fiddle session, kids’ area with Clan hunt. Performances by “Mudmen,” “Tuatha Dea,” “Emerald Isle,” “Celtic Creek,” “Step n Time,” “Waterhorse,” then “Penny Whiskey” from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Admission $15, seniors $10, children 13 and under free. Free parking, handicap accessible and shuttle service.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Route 5 and Washington Street parking lot, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizer: Brian Meyer.

Westfield Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market

Moore Park, center of Westfield, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Locally grown produce, meats, baked goods, food products, craft items and more. Prepared foods suitable for breakfast and lunch and hot and cold beverages are also available. The Westfield Flea, an antiques and vintage market, is on the other side of the park.

Audubon Community Nature Center Monarch Butterfly Festival

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $8 adults $6 Nature Center members, $6 children 3 to 15, free 2 and under. Reservations appreciated, walk-ins welcome. Educational event with indoor and outdoor butterfly-related festivities, including the “butterfly room” filled with live butterflies and cut flowers creating an indoor butterfly garden. The festival ends at 4 p.m. with a butterfly release.

Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy and Chautauqua Marina native plant sale

Chautauqua Marina, 104 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free admission. A variety of native plants available for purchase from local vendors. CWC Conservationist Carol Markham will be on hand to answer questions about native plant selection and native garden design. Guided educational lakeside buffer walks offered, weather permitting. Proceeds benefit CWC and Chautauqua Lake.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Bug off with Bees!

Silver Creek Ball park pavilion, behind the library (43 Main St.) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Program by Wayne Bonnett, owner of Bee in Yor Bonnet Mobile Honey Extraction All ages are welcome.

Leon Fire Commissioners annual fire district inspection and community picnic

Leon firehall, begins at noon. Open to all Leon Fire District residents. Fire equipment will be displayed, department members will answer questions. Bring a dish to pass. Meat, non-alcoholic beverages, table service provides. Historical and Penny Royal displays, children’s activities, music, gift/basket raffle and 50/50s.

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.

Lobster Fest

Hosted by Off the Hook boardwalk seafood restaurant. noon to 10 p.m. in Memorial Park. Band lineup: Krossbones 2 to 5 p.m.; For the People 5:15 to 7:45 p.m., Autumnwood 8 to 10:30 p.m.

Grape Discovery Center Festive Final Friday End of Summer Shindig

8305 W. Main St., Route 20,Westfield from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy food and beverages. See www.grapediscoverycenter.com/events for details.

Busti Gazebo Concert

6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Bring a lawn chair.

SUNDAY, AUG. 28

Fredonia Festivals presents: Fredonia Farm Festival

Food and craft vendors, Chee Chee the Clown, Lil’ Farmers Tent 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Noon to 3 p.m. DJ Southern Tier Productions in the gazebo; antique car show noon to 4 p.m. Church and Park streets; Farm Festival grand parade on Temple Street, 1 p.m.; Krossbones performs, main stage. 3 to 6 p.m.; square dancing in the gazebo at 4 p.m.

Park Church Cassadaga, Park Church Sinclairville and Benus Point United Methodist Church joint outdoor service

Minkler Commons, downtown Sinclairville, 10 a.m.

Cassadaga Farmers’ Market

Ames Common, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts and more.

Audubon Sunday Storytime

Children ages 2 to 8 and their caregivers are invited to a free nature-based storytime at the Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Sunday admission is also free. Come for storytime and stay to explore the indoor Nature Play Area, live animals and exhibits. Participation is limited to 15. Reservations by the previous day are suggested. Call 716 569-2345.

Leon Historical Society Country Western Jam

1832 Church, four corners of Leon, 2 to 3 p.m.Visitors are welcome to listen or sing along. For details, call 716 296-5709.

Valley Historical Society open house

Main and Lester streets, Sinclairville, open 2 to 5 p.m. No charge for admission.

MONDAY, AUG. 29

Complimentary Back to School Bash

Point Gratiot Park for Dunkirk children and their families from 4 to 7 p.m. Marty’s Bubblegum Machine will provide children’s entertainment while games, giveaways, food and refreshments will be available at no cost.

TUESDAY, AUG. 30

Peaceful Soul Farmers’ Market

Village of Angola, Center Street between N. Main and First Street, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. New location. Fresh produce.

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.

American Legion Post 1280 Cruise Night

Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., Cassadaga, 6 to 9 p.m. The auxiliary will sell pie and other desserts.

Faculty Recital: Exstringvaganza

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

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 31

TOPS NY No. 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 716 951-8197.

Dunkirk Farmers’ Market

9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. Fresh produce available for purchase from staple local farm vendors as well as some new vendors. SNAP and Double Up programs are in place. Sponsored by Refresco.

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.

THURSDAY. SEPT. 1

Mayville Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Village Park at the traffic light. Lunchtime music from noon to 1 p.m., food trucks, weekly events.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Last Bite of Summer Celebration

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Decorate the sidewalk with chalk art and have something good to eat. All ages welcome.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 2

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog sale

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting. Hot dogs, chips and beverage for $3; chili dog, chips and beverage for $4.

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 11 a.m. to noon. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members and children 9 to 15. Reservations appreciated, walk-ins welcome.

Westfield First Friday special event

Street Fair on Main Street, Westfield, 5 to 8 p.m. Live music, kids’ games, wine, food, vendors, more.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 3

Cassadaga Man 1.2 m swim, 56 m bike, 13.1 m run

Cassadaga Beach, 8 a.m. Wilson Endurance Sports. To register, call 716 353-1288.

Fredonia Farmers Market

The Fredonia Farmers’ Market is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday mid-May through October on Church Street, downtown Fredonia. It features a variety of vendors, with special events TBA. A number of vendors accept EBT, NYS Farmers Market Nutrition checks and WIC vegetables and fruits checks.

Dunkirk Flea Market (last)

Route 5 and Washington Street parking lot, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizer: Brian Meyer.

Westfield Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market

Moore Park, center of Westfield, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Locally grown produce, meats, baked goods, food products, craft items and more. Prepared foods suitable for breakfast and lunch and hot and cold beverages are also available. The Westfield Flea, an antiques and vintage market, is on the other side of the park.

Chautauqua Lake Erie Art Trail Open Studio and Gallery Tour

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit participating artists on the North Shore Arts Alliances Art Trail Hub Crawl. See the website nsaachautauqua.org for an interactive map with artists.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House presents “Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris,” 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors, $5 for students,

SUNDAY, SEPT. 4

Chautauqua Lake Erie Art Trail Open Studio and Gallery Tour

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit participating artists on the North Shore Arts Alliances Art Trail Hub Crawl. See the website nsaachautauqua.org for an interactive map with artists.

Audubon Sunday Storytime

Children ages 2 to 8 and their caregivers are invited to a free nature-based storytime at the Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown from 12:30 to 1 p.m. Sunday admission is also free. Come for storytime and stay to explore the indoor Nature Play Area, live animals and exhibits. Participation is limited to 15. Reservations by the previous day are suggested. Call 716 569-2345.

Cassadaga American Legion, Auxiliary and Sons chicken barbecue

228 Maple Ave., 2 p.m.

Cassadaga Labor Day Festival Boat Parade and music

Meet at 4 p.m. at DEC launch. Parade begins at 4:30 p.m. Favorite team theme. 5 to 7 p.m. music with 2nd Street Sunset (oldies and classic rock) on the floating stage.

MONDAY, SEPT. 5 LABOR DAY

Cassadaga Labor Day Festival

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. craft/vendor show in Ames Common; 11 a.m. Labor Day Parade; noon Ducky Derby at the bridge on Maple Avenue; 1:30 p.m. Bicycle Dice Run, begins and ends at Cassadaga Beach.