MONDAY, NOV. 6

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Business Builder workshop

JCC North Training Center, Bennett Road, Dunkirk, 1 to 3 p.m. Topic: How Your Business Can Take Advantage of the 2024 Solar Eclipse. Speakers: TOm Traub, Noel Guttman, Andrew Nixon. Register at www.chqchamber.org

Chautauqua Rails to Trails annual meeting

Olive’s Restaurant, Chautauqua Suites 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 6 p.m. Members and interested citizens welcome. Overview and circumspection by president Bill Ward. Slate of officers will be voted on.

Gowanda High School Thespian Society presents: “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani

10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Free admission, open to the public..

Gowanda VFW Post #5007 meeting

20 Sand Hill Road, Gowanda, 7 p.m.

Town of Stockton Town Board meeting

Stockton Town Hall, 7344 Route 380, 7 p.m.

Fredonia Percussion Ensemble

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

TUESDAY, NOV. 7 Election Day

Sheridan Historical Society open house and bake sale

Historical Society building, Route 20 and Center Road, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Quilt raffle tickets will be drawn at 3 p.m.

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. John’s United Church of Christ Election Day soup meal

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. until sold out. Homemade soup of choice, slice of bread, small treat. $5, Enter from the Eagle Street parking lot.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary.

Dunkirk Elks Lodge 922 Election Day spaghetti dinner

428 Central Ave., Dunkirk.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library creative writing workshop

7 Day St., Fredonia, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Bring a pen or pencil and a notebook. Explore different themes, play with words, meet other writers. No registration required.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: “Resilience in an Unstable World”

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Presenter: Flip White, Seneca, Wolf Clan, past Tribal Councilor for the Seneca Nation. Register at 716 934-3468.

Gowanda Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge #1382

Election Day turkey and ham party

201 Aldrich St., 6 p.m. Turkey and ham raffles, a money raffle, 50/50, food special of 10 wings for $8.

Cassadaga Legion Auxiliary meeting

Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30. This is a date change from the usual monthly meeting.

Valley Historical Society meeting and program

Sinclairville Free Library, 15 Main St., 7 p.m. Guest speaker Lori Brockelbank, owner of the Mitchell/Colburn cider mill in Sinclairville. She will speak on the history of the building and efforts to restore the building that first opened in 1881. Any interested person 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.

Board of Commissioners of the Portland Fire District meeting

Fire Hall meeting room, 7:30 p.m. Note meeting change for this month. Public welcome.

Fredonia Saxophone Quartets and Ensemble

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

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 8

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.

TOPS NY #1094 meeting

Fellowship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 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.

Cassadaga Village Board meeting

Cassadaga Village Hall, 22 Mill St., 7 p.m.

Fredonia Chamber Made Guitar

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

THURSDAY, NOV. 9

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 meeting

The Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. Speaker: Jeanne Wiebenga. Topic: ospreys in the area.

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

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 6 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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Master Builders

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 p.m. Build with LEGOs, Magformers, Marble Runs, ZOOB, TRIO and more. All children welcome. No registration required. Caregivers must remain in building.

Mary Louise White Visiting Writer Dr. Hugh Martin craft talk

SUNY Fredonia, Fenton Hall room 105, 4 p.m. Free event, 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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: “The Importance of Singing Societies and the Contributions of Native Americans”

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Presenter: Norman Jimerson, Onondaga, Deer Clan, Air Force veteran, lacrosse player. Register at 716 934-3468.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library and Hope Chautauqua present Library After Hours Movie Night

37 W. Main St., Brocton,6:30 p.m. “The Nightmare Before Christmas” (rated PG) will be shown outdoors in Library Commons, weather permitting. Dress warmly, bring a lawn chair or waterproof blanket. In case of inclement weather, the event will move indoors. Snacks and activities provided. For details call 716 792-9418.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary meeting

2556 Route 20, 6:30 p.m.

County History Lecture: Veterans of Pomfret’s Past

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Town of Pomfret Historian Todd Langworthy will give an illustrated lecture focusing on noted area veterans from wars past, from the Civil War through the Vietnam War.. Free admission, donations accepted.

Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary monthly meeting

Samuel L. Derby Post 556, 9 Meadows Lane, Frewsburg, 7 p.m. Distinguished guests will be American Legion Auxiliary Eighth District President and Vice President.

Mary Louise White Visiting Writer Dr. Hugh Martin talk and reading

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center Blue Lounge, 7 p.m. The author is an Iraq war veteran and Assistant Professor of English at the United States Air Force Academy. Free event, open to the public.

Fredonia Chamber Made Guitar

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 onl y 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. 10

Lake Erie Wine Country Harvest Weekend

20 member wineries, starts at 10 a.m. Various price packages.

Mary Louise White Visiting Writer Dr. Hugh Martin talk and reading

SUNY Fredonia, Veterans Lounge, Nixon Hall, 12 p.m. The author is an Iraq war veteran and Assistant Professor of English at the United States Air Force Academy. Free event, open to the public.

Gerry Senior Citizens luncheon and program Gerry Methodist Church, 4441 Route 60, noon. Bring a dish of food for the serving table and personal table service.

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.

Westfield Academy and Central School dinner theater production of Disney’s “Lion King Jr.”

WACS, Route 20, 6 p.m. features 60-plus young performers. Reservations for dinner must be made by Nov. 3. Call 716 326-2151 ext. And leave a voice mail. Tickets for the show only are also available.

Hillman Opera: Die Fledermaus

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. Set in Vienna. Tickets: General public $25, students $10, at the door $15. Operetta by Strauss. Producer: Donald Marrazzo; Music Director/Conductor: Emily Schadd; Stage director: Paul W. Mockovac.

Medieval Feast Dinner Theater

Peek ‘n Peak, 1405 Olde Main Road, Clymer, 7:30 p.m. $85.

SATURDAY NOV. 11 Veterans Day

Warrior Relief Fund fund-raiser

Sheridan VFW, 2556 Route 20, details TBA.

Gowanda Loyal Order of the Moose holiday craft and vendor show and basket raffle

201 Aldrich St., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food, 30+ vendors including quilts, towels, candles, soaps, homemade crafts, jewelry, aromatherapy, vintage gifts, clothing and more, 50/50, basket raffle.

Jamestown Fall Craft Festival

201 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pet Pantry’s Holiday Craft Fair Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, Ag & Expo Building, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free parking. $1 admission is a donation to The Pet Pantry. 50 handmade only crafters. Items include jewelry to crochet and knit, soaps, lotions and candles, ceramics, textiles, candy, baked goods and fudge and holiday decorations. In addition to shopping, door prizes are featured and lunch will be available.

Lake Erie Wine Country Harvest Weekend

20 member wineries, starts at 10 a.m. Various price packages.

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.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Fredonia Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers: Fur, feathers and scales

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.

The Barn at Farrington Hollow Bridal Show

7495 Farrington Hollow Road, entrance B, Cherry Creek, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact farringtonhollow@gmail.com for details and to register.

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.

Thanksgiving food drive to benefit Chautauqua County Rural Ministry

Pomfret Town Hall, 9 Day St., Fredonia, noon to 3 p.m. Volunteers will unload drive-up donations. Seeking frozen turkeys, hams, chickens, non-perishable foods and/or monetary donations.

Stage on Screen: “Titanic – the Musical”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Music and lyrics by Maury Yeston, book by Peter Stone. Adults $15, students $10.

Westfield Academy and Central School matinee production of Disney’s “Lion King Jr.”

WACS, Route 20, 1 p.m. features 60-plus young performers. No dinner option at this performance.

Celebration of Life/Benefit for Chuck (Peanut) Perry

Post 62 American Legion, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 2 to 6 p.m. Goulash dinner, $12, presale only. Also basket raffles, 50/50, karaoke 7 to 10 p.m. For dinner tickets, call Judi Perry at 716 467-3581.

Darwin R. Library presents: Book Club

7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. This month’s selection: “Howard’s End,” by E.M. Forster.

Warrior Relief Fund Veterans Day benefit

Sheridan V.F.W. Post 6390, 2556 Route 20, Sheridan, 3 to 9 p.m. Free admission. Live music from The Freeze 4 to 9 p.m. Chinese auction, drawing 6 p.m. Raffle drawing over $6000 in prizes at 6 p.m. 50/50, drinks, cash bar, buffet $10 donation. 100% of proceeds benefit veterans. All staff volunteers. Wounded Warrior Project, DAV, 22 Kill, local veterans organizations.

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 Italian meatball casserole, mixed vegetables, bread and a cookie. Free will donations appreciated but not necessary.

Westfield Academy and Central School dinner theater production of Disney’s “Lion King Jr.”

WACS, Route 20, 6 p.m. features 60-plus young performers. Reservations for dinner must be made by Nov. 3. Call 716 326-2151 ext. And leave a voice mail. Tickets for the show only are also available.

Second Saturday Ukulele Jam Session

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

South Dayton Fire Dept. turkey, ham and basket party

South Dayton Fire Co. activities hall, 34 Maple St., doors open at 6:15 p.m., spins start at 7 p.m. Family fun event, free refreshments, door prizes, 50/50, large basket raffle.

East Dunkirk turkey party

East Dunkirk Firehall, 10949 S. Roberts Road, 7 p.m. Free refreshments.

Dom Polski meat raffle

179 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. Call 716 366-4443 for details.

Cassadaga Volunteer Fire Department turkey raffle

22 Mill St., 7 p.m. Free food and refreshments. Other hunters’ raffles.

Hillman Opera: Die Fledermaus

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. Set in Vienna. Tickets: General public $25, students: $10, at the door $15. Operetta by Strauss. Producer: Donald Marrazzo; Music Director/Conductor: Emily Schadd; Stage director: Paul W. Mockovac.

The Magic of Motown

Reg Lenna, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. 15 powerhouse vocalists backed by a six-piece band perform songs and choreography to embody Aretha Franklin, the Four Tops, The Supremes and more. $81, $71, $61 plus fees.

Erie Philharmonic Symphonic Series: “George Li Plays Rachmaninoff”

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

SUNDAY, NOV. 12

Thanksgiving food drive to benefit Chautauqua County Rural Ministry

Pomfret Town Hall, 9 Day St., Fredonia, noon to 3 p.m. Volunteers will unload drive-up donations. Seeking frozen turkeys, hams, chickens, non-perishable foods and/or monetary donations.

Lake Erie Wine Country Harvest Weekend

20 member wineries, starts at 10 a.m. Various price packages.

Medieval Feast Dinner Theater

Peek ‘n Peak, 1405 Olde Main Road, Clymer, 2 p.m. $85.

Fredonia Flute and Bassoon Ensembles

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 5 p.m.

Folk in Fredonia presents: From China to Appalachia

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Grammy-award winning American Roots artists Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer combine with Chinese classical hammered dulcimer player Chao Tian. $20 adults, $18 members, $10 students.

MONDAY, NOV. 13

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

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+)

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.

Fredonia Guitar Quartets and Ensemble

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

TUESDAY, NOV. 14

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

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

Sinclairville Senior Citizens luncheon and program

Sinclairville Firehall dining room, 30 Main St., noon. Turkey, stuffing, dressing provided. Bring a dish of food to complement the meal and personal table service.

Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

Southern Tier Brewing Company, 2072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Appetizers, cash bar, brief program. Bring business cards for networking. Chamber members can send two people at no charge. Over the two person limit or non-members $10. Registration appreciated at www.chqchamber.org.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: “History of the Cayuga Nation”

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Presenter: Rich Sasala, Cayuga, Turtle Clan. Register at 716 934-3468.

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.

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.

Fredonia Wind Symphony

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

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15

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.

The Resource Center 34th Ability Awareness Awards celebration

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 11:30 a.m. The awards recognize people with disabilities who have made significant accomplishments and area residents and businesses that have improved the lives of people with disabilities.

TOPS NY #1094 meeting

Fellowship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 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.

Fredonia Student Keyboard Association piano recital

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 6 p.m.

Chautauqua County Genealogical Society meeting

Cassadaga American Legion, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m.

Movies at the Reg: “Rudy”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 30th anniversary screening. Stars Sean Astin in the classic about a boy’s sacrifices to play football for Notre Dame. $5 plus $1 restoration fee.

Fredonia Wind Ensemble

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

THURSDAY, NOV. 16

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.

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

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

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

43 Main St., SIlver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 6 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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Master Builders

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 p.m. Build with LEGOs, Magformers, Marble Runs, ZOOB, TRIO and more. All children welcome. No registration required. Caregivers must remain in building.

Darwin R. Library presents: Library Catalog Search

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Learn how to navigate the Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Library System catalog to search for physical books, books on CD, DVDs and more. Bring own smart-device laptop or borrow one from the library. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Free of charge.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: ” Cayuga Nation Oral History Project”

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Presenter: Rich Sasala, Cayuga, Turtle Clan. Register at 716 934-3468.

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! – The Assembly”

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

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/.

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

FRIDAY, NOV. 17

Hunters’ breakfast opening day

Stockton Volunteer Fire Co., 28 S. Main St., 4:30 to 9 a.m.

Parent Discussion Group

The Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., #7, Jamestown or via Zoom.10 a.m. to noon. Email aubrey@preventionworks.us . Free event. This week: Developing Good Bedtime Routines.

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.

Dueling Pianos at Chautauqua Harbor Hotel

10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 6:30 p.m. Call 716 489-2800 for tickets.

Gowanda High School Thespian Society presents: “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani

10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Free admission, open to the public..

Medieval Feast Dinner Theater

Peek ‘n Peak, 1405 Olde Main Road, Clymer, 7:30 p.m. $85.

SATURDAY, NOV. 18

Fenton Holiday Craft Fair

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Variety of vendors. $3 admission adults.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Fredonia Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Falconer Holiday Expo and Santa Parade

Falconer Fire Department, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., parade begins at 5 p.m. and proceeds to the Santa House located in Coleson Park. Petting zoo, 3-C’s Catering Food Truck.

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.

Lakeshore Humane Society’s “Picture Your Pet With Santa” fund-raiser

431 Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pets, children, and/or family photos with Santa Claus will be taken by a photographer and available for purchase to benefit LHS. $15 for one pose; $20 for three poses. The digital photo(s) will be sent via email. Payments accepted in the form of cash or check only. Pets must be vaccinated, friendly and on a leash or in a carrier. Multiple pets and children are welcome. (No sick, aggressive, or exotic animals).For details, call 716 672-1991.

Empty Bowls Fund-raiser

Wheelock School, 75 Chestnut St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Make a donation for ceramic bowls. All proceeds go to food pantries in Chautauqua County.

Thanksgiving with the Birds – Adventures in Bird Banding

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Adults $8, $6 Nature Center members and children 3 to 15. Bring a broth-based soup and dish to pass. Dinner will be indoors, followed by a program by Sara Hatfield describing ACNC’s long history of banding birds.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: “Make a Corn Husk Doll”

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 p.m. Instructors: artists Marcie Kane and Bernadette Scott, mother and daughter, Seneca, Deer Clan. Register at 716 934-3468.

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.

NYSSMA Area All-State Concert Jazz Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 12:30 p.m.

Live at the Met: “X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Anthony Davis, libretto by Thulanny Davis.

$20 adults, $18 members, $10 students.

Pulled pork dinner and benefit for Lori Kozlowski

Dom Polski Club, 179 Lakeshore Drive E., Dunkirk, noon to 5 p.m. Tickets $15, pre-sale only. Leave a message with name and number at 716 366-4443. Also basket raffles..

NYSSMA Area All State Concert Treble Choir, Mixed Choir

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 1:30 p.m. $13 advance; $15 door.

NYSSMA Area All State Concert, Symphony Orchestra, String Orchestra

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 3:30 p.m. $13 advance, $15 door.

Sheridan Volunteer Fire Department turkey and ham party

2800 Route 20, Sheridan, 7 p.m. Raffle, door prizes, refreshments.

Gowanda High School Thespian Society presents: “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani

10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Free admission, open to the public..

Stockton Volunteer Fire Co., annual turkey party

Stockton Volunteer Fire Co., 28 S. Main St., 7 p.m., young fresh turkeys (never frozen), also ham and prime rib. Door prize, free refreshments.

Medieval Feast Dinner Theater

Peek ‘n Peak, 1405 Olde Main Road, Clymer, 7:30 p.m. $85.

SUNDAY, NOV. 19

Northern Chautauqua County Club Associates meeting

Fredonia Beaver Club, 64 Prospect St., 10:30 a.m. Any club member may attend these meetings.

Gowanda Loyal Order of the Moose towel bingo raffle party

201 Aldrich St., 1 p.m. Food available for purchase, win towels, 25 cent raffle, 50/50, basket raffle.

Medieval Feast Dinner Theater

Peek ‘n Peak, 1405 Olde Main Road, Clymer, 2 p.m. $85.

MONDAY, NOV. 20

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

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.