MONDAY, OCT. 9

United Seniors luncheon meeting

Kosciuszko Club, 252 Nevins St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. gathering, luncheon at noon. Send $12 per meal to Linda Riley, 264 King St., Dunkirk. Membership is $5 per senior (ages 55+)

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 each or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1, miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations appreciated.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary meeting

Post 6390, 2556 Route 20, Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCT. 10

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 each or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1, miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations appreciated.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers Storytime

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. For kids ages 0 to 7 and a grownup. Join Miss Linda, Library staff and guest readers for stories and activities followed by free play. This week’s focus is pumpkins.

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

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

Chautauqua Italian American Organization (CIAO) dinner and limoncello-making demonstration

Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish, 165 Central Ave., Silver Creek, dinner at 5:30 p.m. Three course catered Italian meal served family style, followed by limoncello demonstration. $10 per person. Members only. RSVP to Nance Ortolano, nortolano@stny.rr.com by Oct. 1.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Seed Saving

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Attendees can learn how to plant a favorite vegetable or flower in their gardens next year, Instructors: SIlver Creek and Hanover Garden Club members Anna Pingitore and Ian Hill. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Ahira Hall Library presents; Library After Hours

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. For grades 5 through 9. Food, games, chance to win prizes.

Cassadaga Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 meeting

228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 meeting

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Membership renewals for 2024 are being accepted. New members welcome.

Sons of the Legion 434 monthly meeting

Brocton Legion, 110 W. Main St., 7 p.m.

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.

Cinema Series: “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. The family saga by author and director Nia Vardalos continues with a family reunion in Greece. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Fredonia Student Keyboard Association piano recital

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

WEDNESDAY,

OCT. 11

Dunkirk Farmers’ Market

Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Variety of vendors. The market accepts EBT/SNAP, WIC, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits, WICFV checks.

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.

Westfield Alzheimer’s Social Respite Group

United Methodist Church, 101 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Volunteers offer light exercise, seasonal music and games with one to one assistance for guests. For details about this free respite program, call the church at 716 326-3243.

Fall Foliage train rides

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, 409 S. Perry St., Titusville, 11 a.m. 3-hour round trip through Oil Creek valley, museum, gift shop, concessions. Coach tickets: adults $20, seniors $18, kids 2 to 12 $14. See www.octrr.org.

2023 Kasling Lecture by Dr. Christina Jarvis: “Peculiar Travel Suggestions: Discovering the Story of Kurt Vonnegut’s Planetary Citizenship”

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 1 p.m. Also, School of Music Associate Professor Eliran Avni will receive the Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 each or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1, miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations appreciated.

TOPS NY #1094 meeting

Friendship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome. Weigh-ins at 3 p.m., meeting at 3:30 p.m. All are welcome. For details, call 716 792-4226

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.

Grape Discovery Center craft evening: fall grape vine wreath

8305 W. Main St., Westfield, 6 p.m. $45 ticket includes all the supplies needed to complete the wreath, a complimentary glass of wine or non-alcoholic beverage and light refreshments. Pre-paid reservations by Oct. 7. See the Grape Discovery Center Facebook page.

League of Women Voters and UUCNC presentation: “The Inflation Reduction Act”

Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua, 222 Temple St., Fredonia, 6:30 p.m. Presenters: People United for Sustainable Housing (PUSH Green), a community-based energy efficiency and clean energy program. To attend via Zoom, register at https://tinyurl.com/

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Family Storytime

7 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Join Miss Linda, Library staff and guest readers for stories, activities and fun.

Movies at the Reg: “Barbie”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Stars Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in the Greta Gerwig-directed tale of the iconic doll and her experiences in the real world. Tickets $7 and $1 restoration fee.

THURSDAY, OCT. 12

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.

United Senior Council of Chautauqua County meeting

Lakewood American Legion, 174 Chautauqua Ave., Lakewood, 10 a.m. Enter on the far side of the building. Bring toothbrushes or toothpaste to be donated to the OFA for needy seniors.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 each or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1, miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations appreciated.

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.

Fall Foliage train rides

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, 409 S. Perry St., Titusville, 11 a.m. 3 hour round trip through Oil Creek valley, museum, gift shop, concessions. Coach tickets: adults $20, seniors $18, kids 2 to 12 $14. See www.octrr.org.

Barker R. Library computer class: Learning Libby

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Learn the reading app/website to download electronic books and online audiobooks. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Can bring own smart device/laptop or borrow a library laptop.

John T. Murray Post 1017 Auxiliary meatloaf dinner

111 Deer St., Dunkirk, 5 to 7 p.m. Take-outs only. Includes meat loaf, mashed potatoes, salad, bread, vegetable and dessert for a $12 donation. Call Pat at 716 341-1328 for tickets.

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.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. For ages 5 to 12. Free build or pick a challenge card. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

County History Lecture: Gleanings from the Ellis-Rowley House

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Gail Dash, Todd Langworthy and other area historians were able to go through this well-known landmark on Route 60 and discovered a treasure trove of artifacts. Free admission, donations accepted.

First United Presbyterian Church of Dunkirk organ recital

19 W. Fourth St., 7 p.m. Features SUNY Fredonia Senior Lecturer Dr. JiHyun Woo.

Sinclairville Library conversation regarding grant

15 Main St. and online. Discuss library accessibility. Contact 716 962-5885 for details.

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, OCT. 13

Johnny Appleseed Festival

Sheffield Memorial Park, Sheffield , PA.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program – Developing Good Bedtime Routines

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Suite 7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call Tracy at 716 203-1609.

Fall Foliage train rides

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, 409 S. Perry St., Titusville, 11 a.m. 3 hour round trip through Oil Creek valley, museum, gift shop, concessions. Coach tickets: adults $20, seniors $18, kids 2 to 12 $14. See www.octrr.org.

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

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

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 each or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1, miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations appreciated.

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. Call 716 665-2473 for reservations. Museum admission must be purchased.

Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy rain barrel workshop

CWC office, 71 E. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, 3:30 p.m. Free, open to the public. Learn how to set up, install and maintain a rain barrel. RSVP to bethany@chautauquawatershed.org

Movies at the Reg: “Haunted Mansion”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. Inspired by the theme park classic attraction. Tickets $6 and $1 restoration fee.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Ukulele classes with Helen Smit

7 Day St., Fredonia, 5 to 6 p.m. $25 for the set of sessions which run through Oct. 20. To register, call 716 672-8051. Instructor will have everything needed, but attendees can bring their own ukuleles if desired.

Collins Library presents: free concert by Creekbend

2341 Main St., Collins. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., concert at 7. For details, call 716 532-5129.

Steinway Artist Concert to benefit the Marvin House

2 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $20. Mozart Club presents Dr. William J. Newbrough. Call 716 488-6206 for tickets and details.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “School of Rock – The Musical”

18. E. Second St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Folk in Fredonia presents: Doug DeJoe

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Born and raised in Fredonia, DeJoe has written and recorded music in Nashville and toured extensively. Russ St. George will open for him. $20 adults, $18 members, $10 students.

Orchesis Fall Showcase

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

Claudette Sorel Visiting Artist Valerie Coleman, Chamber Ensemble recita

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

SATURDAY, OCT. 14

Boat America Class

American Legion Post 1286, 174 Chautauqua Ave., Lakewood, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Presented by U.S. Coast Guard Dunkirk Flotilla 3-4. All New York boaters must obtain a safe boating training certificate by Jan. 1, 2025. Students must be at least 10 years old. For questions call 716 875-4095. Class cost: $30. Make check out to USCG AUX 9ER 34, mail to M. Wagner, P.O. Box 606, Stow, NY 14785.

Brocton Food Pantry annual Apple Butter Festival

West Portland Baptist Church, 7081 E. Route 20, 3 miles east of Westfield, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free of charge. More than 50 crafters. Free weather kits, games, prizes for youth. Wood carving, food vendors, Chinese auction and more. Free parking. Proceeds benefit the needy.

Ahira Hall Library presents: CPR and Stop the Bleeding Training

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost $25. Call the library at 716 792-9148 to register. Successful completion of this course provides a 2-year certification.

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.

South Dayton Farmers’ Market

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

Johnny Appleseed Festival

Sheffield Memorial Park, Sheffield , PA.

Vets Finding Vets Fenton Canteen

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. All vets welcome to stop in for coffee and to meet other vets. For details, call 716 664-5256.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers: Skulls, bones and teeth

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 to 8 with adult. Adults $12, Nature Center members $9, children 3 to 8 $9. Indoors and outdoors. Paid reservations by previous Thursday. Call 716 569-2345.

Fall Fest at Peek ‘n Peak

1405 Olde Road, Clymer, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft show, farmers’ market, car shows, pumpkin cannon, pony rides, food and beer, fall chair lift rides, adventure course, ziplines, massive kids’ zone.

Girl Scouts of Western New York information and registration opportunity

Panama Rocks Scenic Park, 11 Rock Hill Road, Panama, 10 a.m. to noon..

Fall Foliage train rides

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, 409 S. Perry St., Titusville, 10 a.m. 3 hour round trip through Oil Creek valley, museum, gift shop, concessions. Coach tickets: adults $20, seniors $18, kids 2 to 12 $14. See www.octrr.org. Another trip at 3 p.m.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Creepy Crawly Fun

7 Day St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. Friends from Sun-Dance-Kids Farm will be present with some creepy animal companions. Free event, registration required. Call 716 672-8051.

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.

Darwin R. Library presents: Reception honoring exhibitor Richard Gilman

7 Day St., Fredonia, noon. Refreshments, live folk music performance, handmade dulcimers, banjos and more will be on display.

Meet local artist/author Trenton Lutes

Good Neighbor Bookstore, 124 Chautauqua Ave. Lakeview, 1 to 3 p.m. Lutes has written two books of young adult dystopian fiction and will offer readings and book signings at this event.

Prevention Works Pumpkin Party

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds Ag and Expo Building, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4 to 8 p.m. Sensory sensitive hour from 3 to 4 p.m. Games, agency trick or treating, door prizes, crafts, Halloween movies, photo booth, hourly costume contest for youth, face painting, food and more. Entry is free, select items will have a slight cost. For details call 716 664-3608.

Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal

Erie Avenue and Park Street, Gowanda, take-out only, 4 to 6 p.m. or gone. The menu is meat loaf. mashed potatoes, green beans and a cookie. Free will donations appreciated but not necessary.

Second Saturday Ukulele Jam Session

Domus Fare Restaurant, 41 W. Main St., Fredonia, 6 to 8 p.m. No registration required.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Walking Tour

Lake View Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown. 6:45, 7:30. 7:45 p.m. Members $10, non-members $15, children $2. Register at fentonhistorycenter.org

Cinema Series: “A Haunting in Venice”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Kenneth Branagh stars as Hercule Poirot in this adaption of Agatha Christie’s “Halowe’en Party.” $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Jamestown Paranormal Investigators presents: “Spirits of the Hollywood”

Gowanda Historical Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., Gowanda. General admission 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. $12. Ages 18+. Learn about methods and equipment JPI utilizes and what they have unearthed around the Southern Tier. VIP pass for $30 from 7:30 to ?? After the general session, explore all the nooks and crannies of the historic theater and what has been left behind. No fragrances, no alcohol, must wear sneakers, For tickets, see www.gowandahollywood theater.com

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “School of Rock – The Musical”

18. E. Second St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Fredonia College Symphony with Concerto winners Aaron and Boaz

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

Ghost tour

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

SUNDAY, OCT. 15

Fall Fest at Peek ‘n Peak

1405 Olde Road, Clymer, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft show, farmers’ market, car shows, pumpkin cannon, pony rides, food and beer, fall chair lift rides, adventure course, ziplines, massive kids’ zone.

Fall Foliage train rides

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad, 409 S. Perry St., Titusville, 10 a.m. 3 hour round trip through Oil Creek valley, museum, gift shop, concessions. Coach tickets: adults $20, seniors $18, kids 2 to 12 $14. See www.octrr.org. Another trip at 3 p.m.

Johnny Appleseed Festival

Sheffield Memorial Park, Sheffield , PA.

War Vets Recreation Club annual Sportsman’s Raffle

3431 Fluvanna Ave. Ext., Jamestown, noon to 5 p.m. Attend in person with free buffet or watch online. Tickets $50, see www.warvetsrecreation.com. Grand prize $30,000. Support veterans, local sports, scholarships and civic projects..

Leon Firemen’s Auxiliary annual harvest dinner

Leon Fire Hall, noon until sold out, drive through only. Adults $12, children $7. Turkey dinner with all the trimmings and homemade pies. Outside seating available as weather permits.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “School of Rock – The Musical”

18. E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Trinity Episcopal Church organ recital

11 Day St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Organist Don Fellows will present music by Brahms, Bach, Preston, Vivaldi and others. Open to the public. Free-will offering in support of Trinity’s Music Fund. Light reception will follow.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Mausoleum Tour

Lake View Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, 8 to 10 p.m. $20 per person. Light refreshments follow the tour. Register at fentonhistorycenter.org

MONDAY, OCT. 16

Westfield Village Planning Board meeting

Eason Hall, 3 to 5 p.m. Updating and rezoning of the B2 District with the newly formed Community Gateway Overlay District within the B2 District boundary. Public welcome.

HOPE meeting (Healing our Pain with Empathy)

General Physician, PC Dunkirk Office, 3898 Vineyard Drive, 6 to 8 p.m. All parents who have experienced the death of a child are invited to participate in this free support group. For details, call 716 338-0033 ext. 212.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Libro-Wyrms Book Club

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. This month’s selection: “The Last Thing He Told Me,” by Laura Dave.

Fredonia Trombone Ensemble

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

TUESDAY, OCT. 17

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

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

Northern Chautauqua Young Professionals (NCYP) Parents and Kids Fall Activity Night

Harvest View Greenhouse, 4936 W. Main Road, Fredonia, 4 to 6 p.m. $7 admission per person includes indoor/outdoor fall activities, a hayride, a guided tour of the animals. Popcorn and pizza. Additional snacks and treats available for purchase. Interactive games. For details/reservations, email nchqypro@gmail.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.

Town Hall meeting with Senator George Borrello

Gerry Rodeo Conference Center (Dining Hall), 4351 NY-60, Gerry, 6 to 7 p.m. Hear the latest updates on State and local issues, share questions and comments.

Girl Scouts of Western New York information and registration opportunity

Minerva Free Library, 116 Miller St., Sherman, 6 to 7 p.m.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Community Conversations

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Topic: Fire Prevention and Home Safety with the Brocton FIre Department.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Cozy Mystery Book Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. Registration appreciated. Call 716 934-3468.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts free classic movie: “The Third Man” (David Selznick)

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. 1949 film starring Joseph Cotten.

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.

Cinema Series: “A Haunting in Venice”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Kenneth Branagh stars as Hercule Poirot in this adaption of Agatha Christie’s “Halowe’en Party.” $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 18

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.

TOPS NY #1094 meeting

Friendship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome. Weigh-ins at 3 p.m., meeting at 3:30 p.m. All are welcome. For details, call 716 792-4226

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.

Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

Splash, 60 Lakeside Drive, Bemus Point, 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

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Write Focus Author Chat with Clark Zlotchew, SUNY professor and local author

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m.

Movies at the Reg: “Stop Making Sense”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Considered the greatest concert film of all time, Jonathan Demme’s 1984 film uses music by the Talking Heads. Tickets $7 and $1 restoration fee.

Lecture Series: The Origin and Evolution of Galaxies

Martz-Kohl Observatory, 176 Robbin Hill Road, Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m. Live speaker: physicist Mike Stafford. Also available via Zoom.

THURSDAY, OCT. 19

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.

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.

“Making Art and Making Political Agency Matter Together: An Evening with Eileen Myles”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 3 p.m. Free talk, open to the public.

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.

Fredonia Jazz Festival Gala Opening Event

Domus Fare Restaurant, 41 W. Main St., Fredonia, 5:30 p.m.; 8 p.m. Nick Finzer Quartet. Visit www.fredoniajazzsociety.com for details and event tickets.

YWCA Westfield Women of Distinction Gala

The Athenaeum Hotel, Chautauqua Institution, 1 Ames Ave., Chautauqua. Cocktail reception at 6 p.m., dinner and awards at 7 p.m. $75 per person. Call 716 326-2011. Valet parking available.

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.

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.

WRFA presents: “Arts on Fire LIVE! – St. Vith”

Reg Lenna Medium Arts Studio, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, doors open at 6:45, performance at 7 p.m. $13 including fees.

Guest Artist Recital: “Piano Potpourri,” Tony Caramia, piano

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, OCT. 20

Geology talk: “Rare Earth Elements in Pennsylvania Aged Coal Deposits”

SUNY Fredonia, Houghton Hall, Room 126, 9 a.m. Presenter: Reginal Spiller. Guests welcome, space is limited.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program – Hassle-free shopping

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Suite 7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call Tracy at 716 203-1609.

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

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

Geology talk: “Conducting a Radiometric Survey in an Offshore United Nations Projected Biosphere, Guinea Bissau, West Africa””

SUNY Fredonia, McEwen Hall, Room 209, 11 a.m. Presenter: Reginal Spiller. Guests welcome,

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.

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. Call 716 665-2473 for reservations. Museum admission must be purchased.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeon and Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens and YA patrons welcome to join for role-playing adventures. Contact the library director at 716 366-2511.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Ukulele classes with Helen Smit

7 Day St., Fredonia, 5 to 6 p.m. $25 for the set of sessions which run through Oct. 20. To register, call 716 672-8051. Instructor will have everything needed, but attendees can bring their own ukuleles if desired.

Roger Tory Peterson Exhibition Opening – Small Worlds, A Crow a Day and Plein Air

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Call 716 665-2473 for reservations. Free for members, Museum admission must be purchased for non-members. Music by Mandy Majtan, charcuterie, cast bar. Gallery talk by Betsy Abbott at 7 p.m.

Mark Pacheco WOW Fund Lip Sync Battle

Herman Kent Celoron Legion Post 777, 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Contestants must register in advance. Cash prizes. Celebrity judges, performances. Admission $15. Proceeds benefit people with disabilities at The Resource Center.

Harvest Moon Festival and Tours

Fredonia. Highlights local heroes and villains. Carriage tours 7 to 10 p.m., special late tour with Ivy Rivera, Psychic Medium at 11 p.m..

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “School of Rock – The Musical”

18. E. Second St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Jazz Festival Homecoming Concert – Alumni Jazz Band, Jazz Orchestra

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m. Visit www.fredoniajazzsociety.com for details.

SATURDAY, OCT. 21

Brocton Arch Festival

Ryckman Park, corner of Fay Street and Park St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crafts, vendors, face painting booth, coloring contest, Ahira Hall Memorial Library booth, basket raffle, 50/50. Bring decorated pumpkins from home for the pumpkin decorating contest for judging at noon. The Village of Brocton Fire Department will be on site with chili, hot dogs and burgers. Tito and Vince Music, acoustic duo, will perform live from 1 to 4 p.m. in the gazebo. Rain location: Brocton Central School.

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.

East Dunkirk Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary indoor yard sale and vendor fair

East Dunkirk Fire Hall, 10949 S. Roberts Road, Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also 50-50, basket raffles.

South Dayton Farmers’ Market

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

Fredonia Food Pantry

Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon. Serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, ZIP code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags given out depends on family size.

Veterans 4 Christ monthly breakfast

Tri-Church Parish, 35 E. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. Free breakfast for veterans plus one as well as active-duty service members.

Fall Fest at Peek ‘n Peak

1405 Olde Road, Clymer, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft show, farmers’ market, car shows, pumpkin cannon, pony rides, food and beer, fall chair lift rides, adventure course, ziplines, massive kids’ zone.

W.I.L.M.A. Wooly Bear Weekend

Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds, 501 Erie St., Little Valley, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local arts, crafts, products. Free admission. First 50 adults receive $5 WILMA Bucks.

William Seward at Westfield: The Relaunching of a New York Statesman

Bemus Point Methodist Church, 4954 Bemus-Ellery Road, Bemus Point, 10 a.m. Presenter: Jeffrey Ludwig. Free event, open to the public, part of the Chautauqua County Historical Society’s Lecture Series.

Fenton Genealogy Support Group

Hall House Research Center, 73 Forest Ave., Jamestown, 10:30 a.m. Andrew Kolstee will present a class on Norwegian/Danish Genealogy. Class until 11:30, attendees welcome to stay until 12:30 to use the research library. $10 members, $20 non-members. To register, call 716 664-6256

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Tree Identification Workshop

7 Day St., Fredonia, 11 a.m., Library’s Steele Room the presentation “Intro to tree I.D.” will be followed by a Forest Hills Cemetery tree walk as weather allows. Ages 12 and up. Free event, registration required. Call 716 672-8051.

Harvest Moon Festival and Tours

Fredonia Barker Common. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Music and entertainment, Halloween crafts and activities for children, pumpkin contests, children’s costume contests, vendors. Highlights local heroes and villains. Carriage tours 7 to 10 p.m.

Fredonia Jazz Festival Afternoon Showcase

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., noon to 5 p.m. Morgan Street Stompers, Deanna Witkowski, Sax Time, David Jonathan and Inner City Bedlam. Visit www.fredoniajazzsociety.com for details and event tickets. $15.

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.

Main Street Studios presents original musical “Stories and Dreams”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 1 p.m. Co-produced by the Fredonia Alumni Association, directed by Joseph Newton. Lunch and show. $25. Reservations recommended.

Whiskey Tasting Festival of Chautauqua

Northwest Arena, 311 W. Third St., Jamestown, 2 to 5 p.m. Up to 20 whiskey vendors, music, food. Tickets from $82.26. A portion of the proceeds go to support Jamestown non-profit The Zone, a place for kids to be safe and play.

Movies at the Reg: “Beetlejuice”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. 35th anniversary showing of the classic starring Michael Keaton, Alex Baldwin and Wynona Ryder. Tickets $5 and $1 restoration fee.

Tours of Houghton Hall

SUNY Fredonia, late afternoon. Alumni and friends invited to 5 p.m. reception. Reservations at https:..events. fredonia.edu/event/geoscience-60th-anniversary.

Fredonia Jazz Festival presents: Nicole Zuraitis Quartet, the Nick Weiser Sextet

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Visit www.fredoniajazzsociety.com for details and event tickets. Reserved seating. Best seats $45.

Haunted Library

James Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown. Tours at 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 p.m. Purchase $3 tickets in advance. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Take a guided tour to learn about the library’s history and meet characters from classic storybooks. Refreshments for sale.

International Observe the Moon Night

Martz-Kohl Observatory, 176 Robbin Hill Road, Frewsburg, 7 p.m. Talks, videos, observatory tours, door prizes.

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: “Blue Morning” Foreigner tribute band

39 W. Main St. 7 p.m. Tickets $25.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “School of Rock – The Musical”

18. E. Second St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Ghost tour

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

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series: “The Police Deranged featuring Stewart Copeland”

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

SUNDAY, OCT. 22

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation’s Service Learning Mini-Grant Programs Applebee’s Flapjack Fund-raiser

3908 Vineyard Drive, Dunkirk, 8 to 10 a.m., $10. Also a basket raffle. Call 716 366-4892 for details.