THURSDAY, SEPT. 21

Thursday Knitting Group

St. Joseph’ 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.

Constitution Day at the Robert H. Jackson Center

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. Keynote speaker: The Honorable Mark Montour, associate justice for the New York State Appellate DIvision, Fourth Department. Free event, open to the public. For reservations, call 716 483-6646.

New York State Department of Transportation Breakfast Club meeting

Demetri’s on the Lake Restaurant, Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 10 a.m.

Collins Library annual book sale

2341 Main St., Collins, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: School-age storytime with Miss Amy

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 5 to 12. Stories, crafts, games and other activities.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Preschool storytime with Miss Jill

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 2 to 5. Reading, singing, rhymes and fun crafts.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

Busti Concerts and Carnival

Busti Fire Department, 886 Mill Road, Jamestown.

Southern Tier Triathlon Club KBR (Kayak, Bike Run)

Cassadaga Beach, 10 a.m. Wilson Endurance Sports

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explore and More

37 W. Main St., Brocton, after school until 4:45 p.m. For elementary students.

Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

Grace & Abe’s, 14 N. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Complimentary appetizers and a cash bar. Bring business cards for networking. Chamber members invited to bring two guests on charge. Any additional guests and non-members pay $10 each. Registration appreciated, see www.chqchamber.org.

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.

Rosary for Peace in the World

This recurring Rosary takes place on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Author visit with Dawn M. Swanson

15 Main St., 6 p.m. The local author and Kennedy Free Library librarian will introduce her new children’s book, “Charlotte, The Very Good, Very Naughty Girl.” She will rad from the book to any children present and crafts will be available based on events of the book.. The author will answer questions about her writing process and the publication of the book. Books available for purchase.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Cozy Mystery Book Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Call the library at 716 934-3468 to reserve this month’s book.

WRFA presents: Arts on Fire LIVE – Uncle Ben’s Remedy

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, cash bar and preshow gathering in pre-function room (elevator to 3) doors at 6 p.m. All performances in media studio (elevator to 3R) door at 6:45, performance at 7 p.m. Be part of the live studio audience. $12 per ticket and $1 convenience fee.

Steps to Serenity Al-Anon Group

Harvest Chapel Free Methodist Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia, conference room 6, 6 to 7:15 p.m. Enter from the canopy and ramp door entrances. For details, call 716 969-2395.

Mary Louse White Visiting Writer Tom Comitta

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marion Art Gallery, 7 p.m. The author has written “The Nature Book” and “Patchwork” (forthcoming 2025).

Chautauqua Town Historical Society meeting and program: “The Last Raft: Timbering Chautauqua’s Virgin Watershed”

Town of Chautauqua Building, 2 Academy St., Mayville, 7 p.m. Presenter: local historian and author Fletcher Ward. Anyone interested in local history is welcome to attend.

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, SEPT. 22

Busti Concerts and Carnival

Busti Fire Department, 886 Mill Road, Jamestown.

PA State Championship Fishing Tournament

96 Main St., Tidioute. Parade, craft show, door prizes, vendors.

Special pumpkin auction

Chautauqua Produce, 7844 Route 474, Clymer, 10 a.m. Winter squash, specialty pumpkins, warty pumpkins, gourds, mini pumpkins, free coffee and donuts, wide variety of fresh produce.

Free Parenting Discussion Group at MHA

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., #7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. Zoom or in-person. Call Aubrey at 716 664-3608 to register. This week’s topic: Fighting and aggression.

Collins Library annual book sale

2341 Main St., Collins, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidery and fun with friends.

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

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Reed Recital

SUNY Fredonia, Reed Library Garden, noon. Features performances by School of Music students.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: The Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 to 2 p.m. For all who love handiwork, ages 10 and up. Bring own supplies. For knitting, bring 10/10.5 bamboo needles colored worsted weight yarn (#4). For crochet, bring a size H hook and light-colored worsted weight yarn (#4). Come and learn or come and work on a project with others who love to knit, crochet, embroider, etc.

Broadway’s Eden Espinosa presents: Master Class with selected SUNY Fredonia musical theatre students

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 2 p.m.Open to the public with free admission.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Chess Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 3 p.m. For ages 10 and up. No registration required. For all skill levels.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History Guided Gallery Walk

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Limited to 15 people. Led by curator Maria Ferguson. Adults $12; Seniors, military, students $10, children under 6 $6. Call 716 665-2473 for reservations.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Voyagers

37 W. Main St., Brocton, after school until 4:45 p.m. For grades 3 through 8.

Wine Fest

Gibson Park, North East, PA., 4 to 8 p.m. 10+ wineries, live music, artisans and more.

Board of Elections training for poll workers

Carlson Community Center, 50 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 6 to 8 p.m. Bring legal identification, Social Security Card and voided check for direct deposit payment. No reservations required. Pay: $25 for training, $14.20 per hour while working the polls. For details, call 716 753-4580.

Westfield Cemetery Tours Through History

Westfield Cemetery, 91 Academy St. Horse drawn carriage tours $20 per person, leave at 6, 7, 8, 9 p.m. Limited seating. Local actors bring residents of Westfield “back to life.” Refreshments. Walking tours at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. $15 adults, $5 children. For tickets, call Patterson Library, 716 326-2154.

Live on Stage: Eden Espinosa

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Broadway star of Wicked, BKLYN the Musical and Rent. $25 adults, $23 members, $10 students.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 23

Sheridan Historical Society Daniel Reed memorial plaque dedication

Sheridan Center Cemetery, Center Road, 1 p.m. Reception follows at the Society’s building, Route 20 and Center Road. All are welcome.

Busti Concerts and Carnival

Busti Fire Department, 886 Mill Road, Jamestown. Includes parade and fireworks.

Wine Fest

Gibson Park, North East, PA., noon to 8 p.m. 10+ wineries, live music, artisans and more.

Busti Apple Festival

Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown. Craft demonstrations, working grist mill, handmade craft vendors, food, fresh baked pies, apple cider, apples. Museum open. Free parking on the Busti Historical property off Busti-Sugar Grove Road. Admission $5 adult, free for kids 12 and under. No pets allowed on the grounds.

PA State Championship Fishing Tournament

96 Main St., Tidioute. Parade, craft show, door prizes, vendors.

Amish Country Running Festival

Cemetery Hill Road and Church Street, Randolph, 8 to 10 a.m. 1 mile, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon. Train for hills. Food available. For details see CoachMarkWilson.com

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

The Fredonia Farmers’ Market warm weather location, Church Street, Barker Common, downtown Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, artisan crafts and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits and is handicapped accessible.

Westfield Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market

Moore Park, E. Main Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

South Dayton Farmers’ Market

Village Square Park, Route 322 and Park Street, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Chautauqua County Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Point Gratiot Point, Dunkirk. Registration begins at 10 a.m., opening ceremony and walk at 11 a.m. Participants will honor those affected by Alzheimer;s with Promise Garden ceremony. For details and to register, see act.alz.org/chautauqua

Collins Library annual book sale

2341 Main St., Collins, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Jamestown Public Market

Jamestown Third Street downtown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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. Note that during the month of September, the adoption fee for adult cats (over one year of age) is reduced to $40. For senior cats (over eight years old), the adoption fee is always $30. 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.

Ceremony for U.S. House of Representative Daniel Alden Reed

Graveside plaque placement at 1 p.m., followed by reception in the Sheridan Historical Society Building and Museum at Center Road and Route 20. View an exhibit about the life of the Assemblyman.

Movies at the Reg: “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. The teenagers and a new friend perform heroic acts in New York City. Tickets $6 and $1 restoration fee.

Westfield Cemetery Tours Through History

Westfield Cemetery, 91 Academy St. Horse drawn carriage tours $20 per person, leave at 6, 7, 5, 6, 7, 8 p.m. Limited seating. Local actors bring residents of Westfield “back to life.” Refreshments. Walking tours at 5:30, 6:30, 7:30 p.m. $15 adults, $5 children. For tickets, call Patterson Library, 716 326-2154.

Audubon Community Nature Center Natural Investigators: Nature at Night

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 7:30 to 9 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 8 to 12 with an adult. Indoors and outdoors. Call 716 569-2345 for reservations, must be paid by previous Thursday.

Ghost tour

Dunkirk Lighthouse, 1 Lighthouse Point, $30 per person. Purchase tickets at www.dunkirklighthouse.com or call 716 366-5050.

Cinema Series: “Oppenheimer”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Director Christopher Nolan’s film stars Cillan Murphy as the physicist who leads the development of the atomic bomb in WWII. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Erie Philharmonic Symphonic Series: “A Night at the Opera”

Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 8 p.m. For tickets see eriephil.org

SUNDAY, SEPT. 24

19th Annual Pat McGee Dog Walk

Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk. The event is named in honor of the late New York State Senator Pat McGee who worked to fight animal cruelty and supported Buster’s Law, also known as the Felony Animal Cruelty Law. Check-in at 10 a.m., walk begins at 10:30 a.m. Also can join the dog costume contest. $22 walk registration fee includes shirt and goodie bag. Proof of vaccination required, dog must have a rabies tag, proper ID or microchip, and on a leash at all times. Register at www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org. Weidner’s chicken barbecue drive-through pick-up from noon to 3 p.m., $15 or call 716 672-1991.

Wine Fest

Gibson Park, North East, PA., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 10+ wineries, live music, artisans and more.

Northern Chautauqua County Club Associates meeting

Sheridan VFW Post #6390, 2556 Route 20, 10:30 a.m. Guest speaker: Chris Pinkoski of Revitalize Dunkirk. Any club member may attend these meetings.

Busti Apple Festival

Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft demonstrations, educational tours of the working grist mill, handmade craft vendors, food trucks, fresh baked pies, apple cider, apples, pony rides, carriage rides. Museum open. Free parking on the Busti Historical property off Busti-Sugar Grove Road. Admission $5 adult, free for kids 12 and under. No pets allowed on the grounds.

PA State Championship Fishing Tournament

96 Main St., Tidioute. Parade, craft show, door prizes, vendors.

Allegheny National Forest Centennial Celebration

Twin Lakes Recreation Area, information center at 131 Smokey Lane, Marienville, PA. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Live music, food trucks, guest speakers, children’s activities, giveaways and more. Call 1-814-927-6628 for information.

The Western New York Chamber Orchestra: “Classics 1: Fredonia Chamber Choir”

SUNY Fredonia, King Concert Hall, 3 p.m. General seating. General public: $20 Student/child: free. The Fredonia Chamber Choir will be featured as it joins WNYCO under the direction of Conductor and Artistic Director Glen Cortese for Vivald-s “Gloria.”