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JULY 17

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.

Dunkirk Farmers’ Market

Dunkirk Senior Center, corner of Ruggles Street and Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, call E.J. Hayes at 716 366-9876.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Game On!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. Ages 6+ and families. Board, card and video games available.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Fairgrounds open 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Midway open 4 to 11 p.m. Food, rides, animal exhibits, shows, entertainment for all. Maytum Family Theater events: 3 p.m. Junior Demolition Derby; 6:30 p.m. Cassadaga Band, 8 p.m. Osborne Nash. 7 p.m.grandstand show – Figure 8 Racing. Annual Meat Animal Sale, Fairgrounds, noon. Also performances by Globe of Death Squad and Aim High Canines Stunt Dog Show.

Firemen’s Cherry Festival

Heard Park, North East, PA. Carnival rides, food, games and more.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Summer reading program: The Champions

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For ages going-into-3rd grade to going into 8th grade. 4 week program, choose Mondays at 10:30 a.m. to Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Read exciting stories, get creative with crafts and activities, complete exciting learning challenges. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.

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.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Library Outbound

Ryckman Park, Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Kids, teens and families. Crafts, activities, music and snacks.

Chautauqua County Genealogical Society picnic

The Red House, 91 Frisbee Road, Cassadaga, 4 p.m. Potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m., speakers at 6:30 p.m. Water, coffee, tea, plates, cups, silverware provided or bring your own. Electricity and refrigeration available. Arrive at 4 for a tour of the house and to enjoy the banquet barn and grounds. Bring an artifact, old pictures or items of interest and the story that goes with it to share prior to the meal. Speakers: Sam Genco and Karen Livsey. Powerpoint program “Three Times Around the World – The Life and Adventures of Alonzo D. Sampson. For details, call Ruth Nichols at 716 965-2656.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners Evenings in the Garden

Jamestown Community College Community Gardens, Curtis Street near the tennis courts, 6 to 8 p.m. Free, open to the public. Program: Growing Garlic with Master Gardener Faith Carlson; Tool Care with Master Gardener Steve Rees. Light refreshments, bring own seating.

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.

Music at the Point Sunset Concert Series

Point Gratiot, Dunkirk, 6 to 8 p.m. This week: Cosmic Cowboys.

Beach House Bar & Grille music bingo

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit Sonshine Fund.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Write Focus writers’ group

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. New members always welcome.

Village of Angola Summer Concert Series

Centennial Park, 7 to 9 p.m. Music by Brother James.

Jamestown Municipal Band in Allen Park

Goranson Band Shell, Allen Park, W. Virginia Blvd., 7 p.m. Free, open to the public. Concession stand.

THURSDAY, JULY 18

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Fairgrounds open 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Midway open 4 to 11 p.m. Food, rides, animal exhibits, shows, entertainment for all. Maytum Family Theater events: 2 p.m. Baby parade ; 6 p.m. Martial Arts Demonstration. 7:30 p.m. music by Mike Gerholdt. 7 p.m. grandstand show – Empire State Truck and Tractor Pull. Also performances by Globe of Death Squad and Aim High Canines Stunt Dog Show.

Firemen’s Cherry Festival

Heard Park, North East, PA. Carnival rides, food, games and more.

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: Storytime with Miss Amy and Miss Jill

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 to 12. Explore friendship and create an imaginary friend. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Mayville Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market

2 S. Erie St., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vendors, food trucks and more.

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

536 Central Ave., 11 to 11:30 a.m. For ages 2 to 5.

Northern Chautauqua County Young Professionals workshop “1099 Contractor vs. W2 Employee”

Fredonia Technology Incubator large conference room, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Facilitator: Eric Dosch from Paychex. Free registration, includes lunch. Register by July 11 at https://qrco.de/NCYPLuncheon. For details, contact Monica Simpson at simpsonm@chqgov.com

Chautauqua County Ethics Board meeting

Gerace Office Building, 3 N.Erie St., Mayville, room 331, 1 p.m. For details, call the Ethics Board Liaison at 716 753-4120.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

Main Street, Forestville, 2 to 6 p.m. A variety of fruits, vegetables and more.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explore and More

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 p.m. Ages 6+ and families.

Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Brand Launch party

Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 4 to 6 p.m. Summer networking opportunity, complimentary appetizers, cash bar from 4 to 5 p.m. Brief presentation at 5 p.m. View the exhibits at the Institute. Pre-registration appreciated, but not required. See the CHQ website.

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.

Music at Memorial Park – Hard Rock Night

59 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, opening act Midlife Crisis at 5:25 p.m.; headliner Appetite for Voltage – GN’R and AC/DC Tribute at 6:45 p.m. Bring a folding chair. Concession vendors.

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.

Chautauqua County Board of Health quarterly meeting

HRC Building, Fourth Floor Conference Room, 7 N. Erie St., Mayville, 6 p.m. For details, call 716 753-4082.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Crochet a freezee pop koozie

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For ages 7 to 11. For those who have taken the intro class or already know how to crochet. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Third Thursday Jamestown

Wintergarden Plaza, 313 N. Main St., 6 p.m. Letter to Elise, Karma Queen, Kallie Williams.

Mayville Chautauqua Community Chamber of Commerce summer concert series

Lakeside Park, 78 Water St., Mayville, 6 to 8 p.m. Live music, food trucks, sponsor spotlight. Music by Patsy Cline performed by Pat Cook.

New Horizons Band of Western New York outdoor concert

American Legion J. Carter Post 953, 6 Cedar St., Forestville, 6:30 p.m. Through music, the history of Forestville will be intertwined with the history of band music, reflecting popular tastes as well as selections from as far back as 1800. Band director: Dr. Kate McKay.Co-sponsored by Imagine Forestville and Post 953. Concession stand available. Bring seating.

Lakeshore Humane Society General Membership meeting

LHS Adoption Center, 341 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Public welcome. For details, call 716 672-1991 or see www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org

Brocton summer concert

Ryckman Park, 6:30 p.m. Mike Gerholdt.

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, JULY 19

Laurel Memorial Relay Run

The Resource Center, 75 Jones & Gifford Avenue, Jamestown. Opening ceremony at 8 a.m., walk begins to Jamestown at 8:30 p.m. Victory celebration at The Resource Center, 186 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk from 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Fairgrounds open 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Midway open 1 to 11 p.m. Food, rides, animal exhibits, shows, entertainment for all. 60th annual Chautauqua County 4-H meat sale begins at noon at the Warren K. Brown Show Arena. Maytum Family Theater events: 1:30 p.m. Junior tractor pull; 5 p.m. Danza Dance Studio. 7 p.m. grandstand show – Cross Over the Line Bull Riding. Also performances by Globe of Death Squad and Aim High Canines Stunt Dog Show.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

Darwin R. Barker Library summer adventure: Erie Zoo presents: Reptiles vs. mammals

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.

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

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

Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History Guided Gallery Walk 311 Curtis St. Jamestown, 2 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 716 665-2473. Limit 15 people. Must be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum admission.

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

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 4 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. No registration required.

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. No registration required

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons 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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Adventurers

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 p.m. Ages 6+ and families.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Ice Cream Social

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 p.m. for kids, teens and families. At 4 p.m. coloring contest winners in each age group will be chosen for raffle basket prizes. All participants and families encouraged to attend.

Firemen’s Cherry Festival

Heard Park, North East, PA. Carnival rides, food, games and more.

Pre-powow social event

Outdoors by the Seneca Allegany Casino Event Center, 777 Seneca Allegany Road, Salamanca, 6 to 8 p.m. Food and craft vendors available. Everybody welcome.

Collins Public Library concert series: 23 Skidoo

2341 Main St. Doors open at 6:30, concert begins at 7. Free, open to the public. Band plays Americana, bossa nova hits.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. Performance by $2 Bill.

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