MONDAY, MARCH 11

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. Prepay the $15 by sending all monies to Linda Riley, 264 King St. Dunkirk, N.Y. 14048 before March 6. Expected menu: baked chicken, mixed vegetables, baby red potatoes, tossed salad.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary Post 6390 monthly meeting

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

TUESDAY, MARCH 12

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

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

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

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.

Hanover Community Committee Winter Appreciation Sip and Snack

Merritt Estate Winery, 2264 King Road, Forestville, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Good food, delicious wine, great company. Free to attend. Pre-registration needed at www.chautauquachamber.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.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 monthly meeting

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30 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.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 meeting

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. New members welcome.

Sons of the Legion Squad 434 meeting

110 E. Main St., Brocton, 7 p.m. All members encouraged to attend.

Willowbrook Park Cemetery Board meeting

Mackowiak Funeral Home, 56 E. Doughty St., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Anyone interested is welcome to attend.

Cinema Series: “American Fiction”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Jeffrey Wright stars as an author who uses a pen name to write an outlandish “Black” book of his own, propelling him to the heart of hypocrisy. . $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13

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.

Chautauqua County Land Bank monthly Board meeting

Gerace Office Building, 3 N. Erie St., Mayville, 9 a.m. Piblic welcome to attend.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885. This week: Go Green at the Library (leprechaun craft).

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 41 E. Main St., Brocton. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 p.m. All are welcome to visit with new friends and get help losing weight. For details, contact Kathy at 716 792-4226.

East Dunkirk Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue

Fire Hall, 10949 S. Roberts Road, 4 to 6 p.m. or sold out. Eat in or drive-through. $15. Call 716 680-2729 for tickets.

Violin and Piano Ensemble at the Prendergast Library

509 Cherry St., Jamestown, Library’s Fireplace Room, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meet and greet with the performers follows. Free, open to the public.

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.

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Soup and Scripture series

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish meeting room, Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Homemade soup at 6:30, scripture begins at 7 p.m. and lasts about an hour. Leader: Deacon Michael Lemieux. An $8 book can be purchased at the first session. The series runs for six consecutive Wednesdays beginning Feb. 21. Call 716 366-2306 to register.

Movies at the Reg: “Perfect Days”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Janitor Hirayama enjoys music on cassette tapes, books and taking pictures of trees. THrough unexpected encounters, he reflects on beauty in the world. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Lake Shore Coin Club

Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., 7 p.m. Members gather for discussion, raffles, treats and coin sales. Club meets the second Wednesday of the month.

THURSDAY,

MARCH 14

Prevention Works 50th anniversary breakfast celebration

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 9 to 11 a.m. $25 per ticket. Call 716 664-3608 for details.

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.

Veterans 4 Christ coffee and conversation

9 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. All veterans, active-duty military and plus one invited to join in.

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. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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 Free Library presents: Life Story Writing for homeschool families

15 Main St., 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. All ages invited to write and share the stories of their lives. Scrapbooks, supplies and embellishments provided for families to document their life story with guided prompts.

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.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School pops concert

366 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Features students in fourth through eighth grade. Public welcome.

Northern Chautauqua Amateur Radio Club meeting

Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk, video conference room, second floor, handicapped accessible, 6 p.m. Anyone interested in radio is welcome to attend the meetings held the second Thursday of the month. For details, email ncarc@netsync.net

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.

Chautauqua County History Lecture Series: Dunkirk Then and Now: Three Critical Streets

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Author, photographer and Dunkirk Historian Diane Andrasik’s presentation will focus on her book “Dunkirk Then and Now: Three Critical Streets. The book explores three main north-south streets in the city: Central Avenue, Main Street and Washington Avenue. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event, with proceeds benefiting the Dunkirk Historical Society. Free admission to the presentation,, donations accepted.

Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association meeting

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Open to the public free of charge. An informal forensic examination of a bee hive whose colony unexpectedly died out will be conducted, as well as a timely roundtable discussion of seasonal apiary management.

Chautauqua County Auxiliary monthly meeting

John W. Dill Unit 434, 110 W. Main St., Brocton, 7 p.m. Note the venue change. Members are encouraged to have a unit representative in attendance.

JCC Commoners present: “Hamlet”

The Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 161 James Ave., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. General admission $12; FSA/Senior 60+/Student $10; JCC student with ID $7.

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, MARCH 15

Annual Mobile Medical Unit Health and Wellness Fair

Brocton Central School, 138 W. Main St., 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. No charge, over 70 programs represented and available to visit. Speakers: Therapy Dogs United, AMerican Hear Association Highmark’s Caring Place, Statewide Senior Medicare Patrol, NAMI, CC Executive P.J. Wendel, BCSD Superintendent Jason Delcamp. SILC Executive Director Maie Carruba. Roswell Park exhibit, info, Veterans resources on site. Free breakfast, photo fun, vaccination clinic from 3 to 5 p.m. Purchase lunch if desired from food trucks.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to noon. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

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.

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.

Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services vaccination event

Brocton Central School, 138 W. Main St., 3 p.m. COVID-19; flu shots. For details, call 716 753-4528.

Angela Carey and Bill Thomas “Revival” opening exhibition

Patterson Library Octagon Gallery, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 p.m.

Dunkirk High School National Honor Society annual Charity Basketball game

Dunkirk High School, 620 Marauder Drive, 6 p.m. Dunkirk ALumni will battle the Dunkirk Teachers’ Association. Ticket to the game and the chicken barbecue: $15, game only $5. Also a basket raffle and bake sale.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Fredonia High School Theater Department presents: “Beauty and the Beast”

District auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. Approximately 100 students are involved in the production. Tickets $10. Reserved t ickets available at fredoniamusical.com. For details, contect Director Ben wendell at bwendell@fcsd.wnyric.org

JCC Commoners present: “Hamlet”

The Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 161 James Ave., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. General admission $12; FSA/Senior 60+/Student $10; JCC student with ID $7.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16

Blessed Mary Angela Holy Name Society annual flea market

Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk, 8 a.m. to noon.

St. Patrick’s Day Rock and Roll Party at Harley-Davidson of Jamestown

1951 E. Main St., Falconer, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Spin to win great prizes, giveaways and rider rewards points. Free food and beverages from 11 a.m. until gone.

New York State Maple Weekend

Various farm locations.

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.

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.

Former Chautauqua County Historian presentation: “Chautauqua County Poor Farm and the Emigrant Train”

Michelle Henry will present this program via Zoom at 10:30 a.m. for the Western New York Genealogical Society. Register at WNYGS.org/meetings.

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.

First Ward Falcon Club annual Children’s Easter egg hunt and party

341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 1 to 4 p.m. For members’ children or grandchildren up to the age of 10. $5 registration fee per child. All children must be registered at the club rooms by March 10. Call Rich or Jeanette Jesse at 716 366-8427 for details.

JCC Commoners present: “Hamlet”

The Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 161 James Ave., Jamestown, 2 p.m. General admission $12; FSA/Senior 60+/Student $10; JCC student with ID $7. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.

St. John’s United Church of Christ meat loaf dinner

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. $13, includes dessert. Reserve tickets by calling the church office at 716 366-0710. Use Eagle Street entrance.

South Dayton Fire Company ham and basket party

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

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Gowanda Moose Lodge #1382 Round and Square Dance

201 Aldrich St., 7 to 10 p.m. With Paul Zittle.

Fredonia High School Theater Department presents: “Beauty and the Beast”

District auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. Approximately 100 students are involved in the production. Tickets $10. Reserved t ickets available at fredoniamusical.com. For details, contect Director Ben wendell at bwendell@fcsd.wnyric.org

Cinema Series: “The Boy and the Heron”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. A fantasy adventure where a boy follows a gray heron into a fantastic world shared by the living and the dead.. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Movies at the Reg: “The Boys in the Boat”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 8 p.m. Inspirational true story of underdog1936 University of Washington rowing team as they compete for gold at the Olympics in Berlin. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17

New York State Maple Weekend

Various farm locations.

Brocton Preceptor Beta Epsilon Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi towel bingo

Brocton American Legion, 110 W. Main St., 1 p.m. Doors open at noon. Wide variety of colorful bath and beach towels for winners using player cards, Refreshments available, free punch and coffee.Chinese auction, 50/50s. Proceeds donated to families, individuals and organizations in need.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Taize prayer service

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Focusing on song, silence, and Scripture lasts about 40 minutes. Attendees are asked to arrive a few minutes early. Appropriate for Christians of any denomination. All are most welcome.Takes place every Sunday during Lent.

MONDAY, MARCH 18

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Books Unlimited Book Club

15 Main St., 7 p.m. This month’s selection: “The Front Porch Promise: and guest appearance by local author Debra Runge Meder.

TUESDAY, MARCH 19

ConnectLife Blood Drive

Hosted by Brooks-TLC Hospital System, 529 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All donors that day will get a coupon for a free pint of Perry’s ice cream. To schedule, call 726 529-4270.

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

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

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Youngerman Center stroke/head injury support group session

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provides educational information, opportunities to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. Free, open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Contact Julie Williams, coordinator, (716) 673-4618 or (716) 673-3203, for more information about attending.

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.

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.

Community Forum about Brooks Memorial Hospital

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School, 336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Learn more, ask questions and get answers about delays in releasing state funds to start building the new modernized hospital. Lean more at bit.ly/buildbrooks

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: “The Boy and the Heron”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. A fantasy adventure where a boy follows a gray heron into a fantastic world shared by the living and the dead.. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Fredonia Jazz Combos

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 8 p.m.

Fredonia Student Keyboard Association presents: Piano Recital

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

Renaissance Choir

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

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20

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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The New American (Immigration in the early 20th century)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885. This week – Clean and Messy (no mess paint bag).

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 35 E. Main St., Brocton. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 p.m. All are welcome to visit with new friends and get help losing weight. For details, contact Kathy at 716 792-4226.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Homeschool Hour Makey Makey STEM Adventure 15 Main St., 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. To register, call 716 962 5885.This week: What is Conductive? And Draw an Instrument.

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.

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Soup and Scripture series

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish meeting room, Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Homemade soup at 6:30, scripture begins at 7 p.m. and lasts about an hour. Leader: Deacon Michael Lemieux. An $8 book can be purchased at the first session. The series runs for six consecutive Wednesdays beginning Feb. 21. Call 716 366-2306 to register.

Movies at the Reg: “Zone of Interest”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. The commandant of Auschwitz, Rudolf Hess and his wife try to build a dream life for their family in a home and garden next to the camp . $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Fredonia Visiting Violin Series: Mark Fewer, violin

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 21

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The New American (Immigration in the early 20th century)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

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 6 to 12. Stories, crafts, games and other activities. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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

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

Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts,116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Appetizers, a cash bar and a brief program to allow attendees to know who’s in the room. 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.

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.

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly general membership meeting

Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716 672-1991 for information.

Fredonia Guitar Studio Theme Concert

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, MARCH 22

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to noon. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

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.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

1891 Fredonia Opera House presents: comedian Tammy Pescatelli

9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Pescatelli has starred in her own televised comedy specials, is a veteran of comedy showcases, is a regular on USO Comedy tours and has a number of film credits. Adults: $25, students: $10.

Fredonia Community Choir presents: “Sunrise Mass” by Ola Gjjeillo

Main Street Studios, 50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. The Fredonia Community Choir is joined by the Silver Creek High School chorus and SUNY Fredonia. Free admission, donations accepted.

Walter Gloor Mainstage Series presents: Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theater, 7:30 p.m. A variety of dance styles featured by Fredonia’s Dance majors performing works choreographed by Dance faculty and guest artists. Paula J. Peters, Director. Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; students $5 advance, $10 door.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8 to 10 p.m. Take a self-guided walk along a half-mile luminary-lit trail of forests and ponds glowing with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more. Admission fee. Suggest bringing cash for optional purchase of small LED lights and/or glasses that refract the light. Bringing flashlights recommended.

Fredonia Jazz Flex-tet with James Burton III, trombone

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

SATURDAY, MARCH 23

Blessed Mary Angela Holy Name Society annual flea market

Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk, 8 a.m. to noon.

New York State Maple Weekend

Various farm locations.

Festivals Fredonia Easter Festival

Fredonia First United Methodist Church, 25 Church St., 9 a.m. to noon, breakfast features pancakes, eggs, sausage, drinks. Adults $7, ages 4 to 12 $5, 3 and under free. Pictures with Peter Cottontail. Craft vendors in the basement of Family Church Fredonia, 19 Church St. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Easter egg hunt in Barker Common West at 12:30 p.m.

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.

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.

Live at the Met: Gounod’s “Romeo et Juliette”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $20 adults, $18 members, $10 students. Sung in French with English subtitles.

Walter Gloor Mainstage Series presents: Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theater, 2 p.m. A variety of dance styles featured by Fredonia’s Dance majors performing works choreographed by Dance faculty and guest artists. Paula J. Peters, Director. Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; students $5 advance, $10 door. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.

Our Lord’s Vineyard Holy Name and Fatima Society bake sale and roast beef dinner

St. Hyacinth’s Lyceum, 15 N. Pangolin St., Dunkirk, after the 4 p.m. St. Hyacinth’s Mass. Serving 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Two roast beef sandwiches, potato salad, baked beans. Take out or dine in.

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The Music of Donald Bohlen “90th Birthday Celebration”

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 4:30 p.m. The retrospective concert encapsulates the musical career of the SUNY Fredonia School of Music Professor Emeritus, who has composed choral work, chamber music selections, compositions for solo piano, opera and music for film. Free event, public is welcome.

Cattaraugus County Hall of Fame banquet

Gowanda Moose Lodge 1382, 201 Aldrich St., 5 p.m. Reserve tickets before March 15, call Mark Benton at 716 770-8809.,

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Cinema Series: “Perfect Days”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Janitor Hirayama enjoys music on cassette tapes, books and taking pictures of trees. Through unexpected encounters, he reflects on beauty in the world. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Erie Philharmonic Symphonic Series: “Pictures at an Exhibition”

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

Fredonia College Symphony

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

Movies at the Reg: “Bob Marley: One Love”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 8 p.m. Celebrates the music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8 to 10 p.m. Take a self-guided walk along a half-mile luminary-lit trail of forests and ponds glowing with lasers, spotlights, rain lights and more. Admission fee. Suggest bringing cash for optional purchase of small LED lights and/or glasses that refract the light. Bringing flashlights recommended.

SUNDAY, MARCH 24

New York State Maple Weekend

Various farm locations.

Jamestown Coin Club Show

Herman Kent Post 777 (Celoron Legion), 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Coin dealers from western New York and northwest Pennsylvania will be buying, selling and offering free appraisals.

St. Rose of Lima spaghetti dinner

11 Center St., Forestville, 11:30 a.m. to sold out. Dinner includes homemade sauce and meatballs, spaghetti, salad and dessert for $12. 550/50 raffle. Option of dine in or take-out.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser

YWCA Jamestown, 401 N. Main St., Jamestown, check in at 4 p.m., 5 p.m. walk begins, 6 p.m. light meal served, 7 p.m. event ends. 2km or 5km routes. All participants must register online. This friendly walk is in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness.

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Taize prayer service

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Focusing on song, silence, and Scripture lasts about 40 minutes. Attendees are asked to arrive a few minutes early. Appropriate for Christians of any denomination. All are most welcome.Takes place every Sunday during Lent.

MONDAY, MARCH 25

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Online book club

15 Main St.,7:30 p.m. Call 716 962-5885 for the Zoom link. This month’s selection: “Someone Else’s Shoes” by JoJo Moyes.

Fredonia Woodwind Chamber Ensembles

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