WEDNESDAY,

JULY 31

Cattaraugus County Fair

501 Erie St., Little Valley, gates open at 8 a.m., most vendors at 11 a.m., midway at 1 p.m. Grandstand event (additional charge): Cooper Alan concert featuring Brett Kissel, 7:30 p.m. See www.cattaraugusfair.com for details.

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.

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: Game On!

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

CHQ Professionals Group (formerly known as Northern Chautauqua Young Professionals) Networking and Brand Kick-Off Event

When Pigs Fly BBQ Pit, 822245 First St., Westfield, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Networking, cornhole tournament, cash bar. RSVP appreciated See https://grco.de/CPGKick-Off. Free event, open to professionals of all ages.

Gerry Rodeo

Gerry Rodeo VFD grounds, 4351 Route 60. PRCA events, bareback bronc, saddle bronc, bull riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, breakaway roping, 20 vendor midway. Western beef barbecue every night 5 to 8 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Gerry Volunteer Fire Department. See www.gerryrodeo.com for details.

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: Classic Rock Allstars.

Beach House Bar & Grille music bingo

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Benefits the Sunshine Fund.

Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill music

1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 6 p.m. Old Hippies.

July Concert Series in Celoron

Lucille Ball Memorial Park, 21 Boulevard Avenue, Celoron, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Living Room Jam Band.

Village of Angola Summer Concert Series

Centennial Park, 7 to 9 p.m. Music by Joe and the Schmoes.

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, AUG. 1

Michael Boedo Community Foundation fund-raiser

Aunt Millie’s Restaurant, Routes 5 and 20, Irving. A portion of proceeds throughout the day will be donated to the Michael Boedo Community Foundation.

Cattaraugus County Fair

501 Erie St., Little Valley, gates open at 8 a.m., most vendors at 11 a.m., midway at 1 p.m. Grandstand event (additional charge): WNY Pro Pulling Series, 7:30 p.m. See www.cattaraugusfair.com for details.

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival

National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown. Live events, comedy, music and more. See comedycenter.org for details. Headliner Nicole Byer will perform at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St. Also Comedy Late Night shows. Lunch or dinner at the Tropicana Club.

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: Camping-themed Storytime with Miss Jill

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 to 12. To register, call 716 934-3468. All supplies provided.

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.

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival: A Step Back in Time – February, 1956, Jamestown, NY

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 226 E. Third St., Jamestown, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Theater tour 1 (first 50 patrons) at 1:10 p.m.; Theater tour 2 (second 50 patrons) at 1:30 p.m. “Forever Darling” screening starring Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz at 2 p.m. Tickets $32.50, see website reglenna.com. Also includes exclusive access to archival material from the 1956 visit and a photo op on the stage.

Nature Craft – Long Point State Park

4459 Route 430 Bemus Point, 1 to 2 p.m. Nature craft with pipe cleaners, tissue paper and markers to make butterflies, moths or dragonflies. Meet at the white garage along the Long Point trail.

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, 3:45 p.m. Ages 6+ and families.

Ellington Bicentennial and 111th town picnic

Mill Street, 4 p.m. opening celebration at the town hall, cruise in car show and food trucks, 5 p.m. music by :Retro-Phonics, 6 p.m. crowning of Miss Ellington.

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.

Gerry Rodeo.

Gerry Rodeo VFD grounds, 4351 Route 60. PRCA events, bareback bronc, saddle bronc, bull riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, breakaway roping, 20 vendor midway. Western beef barbecue every night 5 to 8 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Gerry Volunteer Fire Department. See www.gerryrodeo.com for details.

Music on the Pier Party Music Night

Dunkirk Pier, opening act Porcelain Bus Drivers at 5:25 p.m.; headliner Black Widow at 6:45 p.m. Bring a folding chair. Concession vendors.

Block Party: Lucille Ball Comedy Festival

Outside of the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 5:30 p.m. Live music from “The In Crowd,” beer, wine, food trucks and more.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book Club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Read and discuss a variety of engaging novels, ranging from classic to contemporary. Contact the library to reserve a copy of the selection of the month. New members welcome.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Country Kids on the Fly

15 Main St., 5:30 p.m. Free program for ages 8 and up to learn fly tying and fishing techniques. All tools and materials provided. Adults also welcome. For details, call 716 962-5885.

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 PJ Jammin with Pat Cook and John Savage.

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.

Brocton summer concert

Ryckman Park, 6:30 p.m. Tito and Vince Music (TVM)

Live on the Lake Summer Concert Series

Richard O. Hartley Park, Terrace and Chautauqua Avenues, Lakewood, 7 to 9 p.m. Music by The High Life Duo. Bring seating.

Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill music

1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m. Joe & the Schmoes.

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, AUG. 2

Cattaraugus County Fair

501 Erie St., Little Valley, gates open at 8 a.m., most vendors at 11 a.m., midway at 1 p.m. Grandstand event (additional charge): Monster Truck Rally, 7:30 p.m. See www.cattaraugusfair.com for details.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival

National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown. Live events, comedy, music and more. Original headliner show with Jeff Ross is cancelled, with tickets refunded for the full amount. A Stand-Up Comedy Showcase will take place instead. Also Ricardos and Mertzes at the Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown. Also lunch or dinner at the Tropicana, Lucille Ball’s Hometown Tour, Lucy and Desi’s Hollywood Soiree. See comedycenter.org for details.

Darwin R. Barker Library summer adventure: A Dr. Seuss Adventure with the animals of Sun-Dance-Kids Farm

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.

Living Glass Gallery Author Artist Book Signing and reception with Sculptor Steven Swank 50 Main St., Westfield, Book signing 2 to 4 p.m., reception 6 to 8 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.

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: Wondermakers – Gail Golden’s interactive story theatre

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 p.m.

Ellington Bicentennial and 111th town picnic

4:30 p.m. Square Dancing – the Grange #1 Allstars. 5 p.m. Vendors open, Vince Liuzzo’s chainsaw carving demo next to the fire hall. 6 p.m. Fire truck pull on Mill Street. 7 p.m. music by the “Happy Days Band.”

First Friday in Westfield

Main Street, 5 to 8 p.m. Open businesses, street vendors, food, live music and more.For details, see www.chautauquachamber.org

Gerry Rodeo and barbecue

Gerry Rodeo VFD grounds, 4351 Route 60. PRCA events, bareback bronc, saddle bronc, bull riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, breakaway roping, 20 vendor midway. Western beef barbecue every night 5 to 8 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Gerry Volunteer Fire Department. See www.gerryrodeo.com for details.

Block Party: Lucille Ball Comedy Festival

Outside of the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 5:30 p.m. Live music from “The Untouchables,” beer, wine, food trucks and more.

America’s Grape Country Craft Beverage Festival kick-off

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 to 10 p.m. All ticket holders welcome. For tickets and details, see agcfestival.com

Roger Tory Peterson Institute “Art that Matters to the Planet: Clarity – Exhibition Opening”

The Lodge at RTPI, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 6 to 9 p.m. At 6 p.m., light bites and beverages from the RTPI bar, music by Mandy Majtan. At 7, conversation with artist Lindsay Olson and Abby Mattson of the Wetlands Initiative. Free for members, cost of admission for non-members. Call 716 665-2473 to register.

Glass Half Full anniversary gala

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 6 to 10 p.m. Admission to the formal event includes dinner, dessert, music, dancing. Cash bar, basket raffle, door prize. See The Glass Half Full on Facebook for tickets and details. Proceeds help people in Chautauqua County who are overcoming hardships.

Beach House Bar & Grille music

Wright Park, Dunkirk, 7 to 10 p.m. The Jam Band.

Sunset Bay Beach Club music

12911 Iola Drive, Irving, 8:30 p.m. Honky Tonk Heroes.