TUESDAY, NOV. 1

Youngerman Center Stroke/Head Injury Support Group meeting

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provide educational information and an opportunity to socialize and share experiences. Light refreshments provided. For details, call Julie Williams, coordinator, 716 673-4618.

Chautauqua County Planning Board monthly meeting

Chautauqua County Jail, 15 E. Chautauqua St., Mayville, 4 p.m. For details, call 716 3623.

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.

Darwin R. Library presents: Creative Writing Workshop

7 Day St., Fredonia, Steele Room, 5:30 to 7 p.m. No registration is required. All are welcome. Bring notebook and pen. Discuss different writing topics and enjoy support from other writers. Hosted by local writer Amanda Vink.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Native American Heritage series

43 Main St., Silver Creek at 6 p.m. Speaker Flip White addresses “Our Cultural Foundations, Part 1.” Program is free, open to the public. Call 716 934-3468 to register.

L.E.A.F. Workshop “Sourdough and Salt Rising Breads”

JCC Carnahan Building, 525 Falconer St, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Instructor: Linda Dewey. Cost: $15 per person, includes ingredients. Make reservations at 716 664-9502 ext. 202.

Valley Historical Society meeting

Sinclairville Fire Hall dining room, 7 p.m. Program: Todd Langworthy, Pomfret Historian will discuss some Town of Pomfret history. Anyone interested in local history is welcome.

Children in the Stream/4H Youth Fly Fishing program class

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment is needed.

Brass Chamber Ensembles

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

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 2

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 716 680-0313.

SUNY Fredonia Brown Bag Lunch Series presents: “Let’s Talk Wrongful Convictions”

Zoom conference, noon, access through https://events.fredonia.edu/event/brown-bag-lunch-lecture-series-2116. Shabaka Shakur discusses his personal experiences and the Innocence Project.

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.

Clarinet Ensemble

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

THURSDAY, NOV. 3

Thursday Knitting Group

St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 145 E. Main St., Fredonia, 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. Many of the creations are donated to local charities, or attendees can work on their own projects. For details or to donate unused yarn, call 716 785-6039.

Darwin R. Library presents: “Master Builders”

7 Day St., Fredonia, at 4 p.m.to build with LEGOs and other building toys. There will be weekly challenges and prizes. No registration is required.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Paws to Read

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Read or tell a story to certified therapy dog, Certain. Registration for a 10-minute spot can be made by visiting the library’s website. With questions, call 716 934-3468.

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 should be worn by those who are not fully vaccinated.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Native American Heritage series

43 Main St., Silver Creek at 6 p.m. Speaker Flip White addresses “Our Cultural Foundations, Part 2.” Program is free, open to the public. Call 716 934-3468 to register.

Steps to Serenity Al-Anon Group

Harvest Chapel Free Methodist Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. For details, call 716 969-2395.

Deconstructing Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band with Scott Freiman

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 7 p.m. Shows the making of the 1967 Beatles masterpiece through long-lost recordings, vintage photos, and interviews with band members . Adults: $15, Opera House members $13, students $10.

The Fredonia Dance Program presents: Merrins Chamber Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Anthony Alterio, Director. General public $15, students/children $7.

Bassoon/Flute Ensembles

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

Narcotics Anonymous meeting

219 Central Ave., Fredonia, 8 to 9 p.m. Free to attend. The only requirement is the desire to stop using. All are welcome regardless of age, race, sexual identity, creed, religion or lack of religion. For details, visit https://nawny.nny-na.org/

FRIDAY, NOV. 4

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday: The Outdoors are for Everyone”

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.

Sheridan VFW Memorial Post flea market

2556 Route 20, Sheridan, 4 to 7 p.m. In addition to the local vendors, Friday night fish fry will be available, and a full-service bar. Support the veterans.

Northern Chautauqua Conservation annual turkey party

1 N. Mullet St., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Whole turkeys and meat packages. Food and refreshments. Members and eligible guests only.

The Fredonia Dance Program presents: Merrins Chamber Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Anthony Alterio, Director. General public $15, students/children $7.

Theater: Mark Twain Live!

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Mike Randall. Adults: $20, students: $10.