MONDAY, SEPT. 9

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 Senior Citizens luncheon meeting

Falcon Club, 342 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. Menu: roast beef, roast turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy on the side, green beans, tossed salad. Members, guests should send a $15 check to Evonne Hennebery, PO Box 706, Dunkirk by Sept. 1.Bingo follows the luncheon.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sundance Kids Farm Petting Zoo

15 Main St., 5 to 7 p.m. Join in fun with animals and an ice cream sundae bar.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 10

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.

Niagara Mohawk/National Grid retirees luncheon

Shorewood Country Club, 4958 W. Lake Road, Dunkirk, noon. Speaker: Denise Liggamare of Western Division Credit Union. Reservations required. Call Dorothy Lawrence, 716 672-2682.

Darwin R. Library presents: All ages storytime

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

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 meeting

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

Willowbrook Park Cemetery monthly meeting

Mackowiak Funeral Home, 56 E. Doughty St., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. All welcome.

Swedish folk dance class

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave, Ext., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Old dances, village dances, new dances. Singles, couples welcome. Bring shoes with smooth soles and low flat heels. Meets Tuesdays. Call 716 489-4646 for details.

Free fly-tying/fly/fishing classes

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Instructor Alberto Rey. 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 needed.

Faculty Recital: Extringvaganza

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

WEDNESDAY,

SEPT. 11

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.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library book sale

43 Main St.., Silver Creek, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Books starting at 50 cents, jigsaw puzzles, movies, audio books, $1 to $2.

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.

Lake Shore Coin ClubDunkirk 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.

Fenton History Center Lecture Series: Stories from Chautauqua’s Past

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 to 8 p.m. Presented by Jon Schmitz, Chautauqua Institution Archivist/Historian. Free, open to the public. Donations appreciated.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62 meeting

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7:30 p.m. Dues are due for 2025.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 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.

Anderson-Lee Library book sale

43 Main St.., Silver Creek, 10 a.m.to 8 p.m. Books starting at 50 cents, jigsaw puzzles, movies, audio books, $1 to $2.

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.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

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

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.

Grief support group meeting

The Four Corners United Methodist Church, corner of 438 and Versailles Plank Road, Irving, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Held the second Thursday of the month. Provides a healing environment through support groups, resources, tools, educational classes. In partnership with Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care. Open to the public. For details, call 716 717-4943.

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

Author/Artist talk with Dr. John Gerber

Asbury Woods, 4105 AsburyRoad, Erie, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dr. Gerber’s program will discuss his experiences photographing the migration of the Wildebeest. Registration may be required. See http://johngerberphotography.com for details

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.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Chautauqua County History Lecture Series: Preserving the Lake Erie Grape Belt

9 Church St., 7 p.m. Presentation by Barker Museum Curator Max Walters. Includes a never-before-seen promotional movie for Bedford Food Products Co. of Dunkirk, later to become part of Red Wing. Free admission, donations accepted.

Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association meeting

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Open to the public free of charge.

Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary monthly meeting

William L. Travis Post 493, 144 S. Erie St., 7 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, SEPT. 13

Bemus Point Fall Fest

Vendors, specials, open houses, petting zoo, more.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program: Fighting and Aggression

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.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Building a Writing Career

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Attend in person or online. Instructor: John Brantingham. Four week program. This week: platform building. Register at director@sinclairvillelibrary.org.

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

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

Anderson-Lee Library book sale

43 Main St.., Silver Creek, noon to 5 p.m. Books starting at 50 cents, jigsaw puzzles, movies, audio books, $1 to $2.

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.

New Horizons Band of WNY open house

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall 1075 Rehearsal Hall, 3 to 5:30 p.m. Pre-register.

Hanover Festival of Grapes

Silver Creek, 5 to 10:30 p.m. Opening ceremony, grape stomp competition at 5:30 p.m. Rides, foods, vendors, activities, more. 7:30 p.m.: Music by Flipside.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Rock of Ages”

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

Movies at the Reg: “Twisters”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Anthony Ramos, Glen Powell as storm chasers covering a season with converging storms unleashing terrifying never-before seen phenomena. Tickets $8.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14

25th anniversary Sinclairville History Fair

7:30 to 9 a.m.: Breakfast by the 76ers; 9:30 a.m.: memorial service at the Museum; 10 a.m.: grand parade, craft show, farmers’ market; 11 a.m.: Chris and Friends ventriloquist and magician at the library, face painting, baby parade at the firehall (prizes for all entrants), Grandma’s fruit pie contest at the firehall, classic car, truck and cycle cruise-in, antique tractor display, music in the bandstand with The Scroggins, Church Street stage music with Paul Zittel & Pure Country at 11 a.m. (bring seating); 11:30 a.m.: chicken barbecue by the library and fire department; 12 p.m.: pickleball for all ages in the park; 1:30 p.m.: all breeds dog show at the firehall; 2 p.m.: guided historic Evergreen Cemetery tour; 3 to 6 p.m.: music in the bandstand with Rustic Ramblers; 5 p.m.: street dance in the tent with D.J. Felony; 9 p.m. fireworks. Also live historical displays at the museum, bounce houses, kids’ games, horse-drawn wagon rides.

Bemus Point Fall Fest

Vendors, specials, open houses, petting zoo, more.

Tour of Chautauqua bicycle ride

Eason Hall, 23 Elm St., Westfield, registration between 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. All tours begin with a mass start at 9 a.m. Routes of 25, 40, 75 and 100 miles. $35 registration fee includes a sit-down meal at the finish at the Episcopal church. Water stops, tours pass through several small towns.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, downtown Fredonia at Barker Common, 9 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.

Westfield Farmers and Artisans Market

Moore Park, E. Main Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vegetables, eggs, meats, natural foods, artisan crafts, more.

Historic Lily Dale Funfest

Lily Dale Assembly, 5 Melrose Park, Lily Dale, community-wide yard sale 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Arts, crafts vendors, $20 mini readings 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., live music 2 to 6 p.m., 50/50 drawing 6:30 p.m. Lily Day Fire Department cookout lunch 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Firehall.

Hanover Festival of Grapes

Silver Creek, 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Rides, foods, vendors, activities, more. Music – 1 p.m. Harmony Express; 3 p.m.: Paul Aguire; 5 p.m. Rockin’ Robin; 7:30 p.m.: Boys of Summer..

Jamestown Out of the Darkness Walk 2024

Jackson Taylor Park, Tenth and Washington Streets, registration 10 a.m., walk begins at 11 a.m. No fee or fundraising minimum. To register, call 716 753-4522. Sponsored by the Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County.

Anderson-Lee Library book sale

43 Main St.., Silver Creek, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Books starting at 50 cents, jigsaw puzzles, movies, audio books, $1 to $2. Big $3 bag sale.

STTC KBR (Kayak, Bike Run) Triathlon

Cassadaga Beach, 10 a.m. Wilson Endurance Sports. To register, call 716 353-1288.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers: Seeds

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.

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.

Fenton History Center: Behind the Scenes Mansion Tour

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 12:30 p.m. Tour guide Dr. Tom Greer. $15 non-members, $10 members. Pre-register at 716 664-6256.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Art and Architecture on screen: My National Gallery, London

9 Church St., 1 p.m. Adults $15, students $10.

Board of Directors of North County Industrial Water District meeting

Sheridan Town Hall, 2773 Route 20, 10 a.m. Sewer district meeting follows at 10:30 a.m. Open to the public.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Seed Saving Workshop

Royal Fern Nursery, 8888 Glasgow Road, Fredonia, 3 p.m. Free, open to the public. Walk around the grounds to collect available seeds, learn how to clean, store them. Bring good, waterproof footwear. All other materials provided.

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 Free will donations appreciated but not necessary. Everyone is welcome.

Moonlight Paddle Across the Lake

Meet at 6:30 p.m. at Cassadaga Beach, trip starts at 7 p.m. Refreshments. For rental, call Evergreen Outfitters 716 763-2266 (Cassadaga Lakes Association and Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy).

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Rock of Ages”

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

Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill music

1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m. Bad Habit.

1891 Fredonia Opera House spotlight series: “It’s Not Mansplaining, It’s OLD Mansplaining

9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Starring comedian Tom Briscoe. Adults $22, Opera House members $20, students $10.

The Doo Wop Project

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. Broadway stars from smash hit shows trace the evolution of Doo Wop from classic tight harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits of today. $39, $34, $29, $24.

Sorel Visiting Artist: Chamber Concert with Jennifer Higdon

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

SUNDAY, SEPT. 15

Forest Lodge 166 F & A M Sunday Family Breakfast

The Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The all-you-can-eat menu (all you can eat is dine-in only) includes eggs made to order, pancakes or French toast, sausages, fruit cocktail, juice, milk, coffee and tea. Adults and teenagers 13 and up are $12, children 5 to 12 are $6 and youth under 5, free. Open to the public.

Bemus Point Fall Fest

Vendors, specials, open houses, petting zoo, more.

South Dayton Volunteer Fire Department tractor pull

Firemen’s Grounds, 34 St., Scales open at 10 a.m., $10 hitch fee. Pull begins at noon, $5 admission. For details, call Dave Ivett 716 679-8876.

Hanover Festival of Grapes

Silver Creek, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; vendors, activities, Grape Festival bake sale, front lawn at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 9 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. parade

Cassadaga Valley Fire Department chicken barbecue

22 Mill St., noon.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Rock of Ages”

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

MONDAY, SEPT. 16

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Hand sewing with instructor Candy Kuppel

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For ages 10 and up. Limit 5 per session. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary Post 6390

2556 Route 20, 6:30 p.m.

Faculty Recital: Jessca Tong, violin; Michael Sheppard, piano

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

TUESDAY, SEPT. 17

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Constitution Day with Karen Korematsu

Jackson Center’s Cappa Theatre, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of Korematsu v. United States, a landmark Supreme Court case that upheld the constitutionality of executive order 9066, ordering Japanese Americans into internment camps during World War II. Robert H. Jackson wrote a stirring dissent in the case.

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.

Darwin R. Library presents: All ages storytime

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

Free Classic movie at Lake Shore Center of the Arts

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. “Our Town,” Thornton Wilder, 1940.

Free fly-tying/fly-fishing classes

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Center, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children 12 and over (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies are provided at no cost. No long-term commitment is needed.

Swedish folk dance class

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave, Ext., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Old dances, village dances, new dances. Singles, couples welcome. Bring shoes with smooth soles and low flat heels. Meets Tuesdays. Call 716 489-4646 for details.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 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.

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.

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.

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation public launch of fundraising campaign

21 Brix Winery, 6654 W. Main Road, Portland, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Visit the NCCF webpage to RSVP.

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:All Things Trees with Dan Stone (Jamestown Parks Department). 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.

Chautauqua County Ethics Board meeting

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

Denim and Diamonds Gala

Ellicott Brewing on Chautauqua, 57 Lakeside Drive, Bemus Point, 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets $100. Chautauqua Lake Association fundraiser. Food, beverages by EBC, live music, dancing, silent auction, more. Ability to purchase a popular mystery gift bag. Tickets available online.

Chautauqua County Genealogical Society meeting

Cassadaga American Legion, 228 Maple St., meeting at 6:30 p.m. Speakers Town of Cherry Creek Historian Tim Nobles and Commissioner in the Cemetery Association at 7 p.m. For details, contact Ruth Nichols at 716 965-2656.

Movies at the Reg: “The Fabulous FOur”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Stars Susan Sarandan, Megan Mullally, Bette Midler and Sheryl Lee Ralph as lifelong friends reuniting for a surprise wedding. Tickets $8.

Faculty Recital: Faculty Composers and Friends

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

THURSDAY, SEPT. 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 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 to 11:30 a.m. For ages 2 to 5.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

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

Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

Drift Restaurant at Hideaway Bay Resort, 42 Lake Ave., Silver Creek, 5 p.m. Complimentary appetizers, cash bar, networking opportunities with local businesses. Chamber member businesses may send two people for free, $10 per person for additional and non-members. Reservations 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.

Fredonia Jazz Festival presents Jazz at Domus Fare

Domus Fare Restaurant, 41 W. Main St., Fredonia, 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Benny Benack, trumpet and vocals with Nick Weiser, piano, Nicholas Walker, bass and Gregory Edwards, drums. Reserved seating. For details, see fredoniajazzsociety.com

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Hand sewing with instructor Candy Kuppel

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For ages 10 and up. Limit 5 per session. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Third Thursday Jamestown

Wintergarden Plaza, 313 N. Main St., 6 p.m. Smackdab, Olmstead Dub System.

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 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 pm. Public welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716-672-1991 for information.

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, SEPT. 20

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program: Fighting and Aggression

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.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Building a Writing Career

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Attend in person or online. Instructor: John Brantingham. Four week program. This week: discussion on obtaining grants and literary citizenship. Register at director@sinclairvillelibrary.org.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Fredonia Jazz Festival presents The Fredonia Jazz Orchestra.

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m. Under the direction of Dr. Nick Weiser, the primary student ensemble from the university’s acclaimed jazz program and music school. For details, see fredoniajazzsociety.com. Free event, open to the public.

Movies at the Reg: “Despicable Me 4”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Gru, Lucy and family welcome Gru Jr. and flee new enemies Maxime and Valentina. Tickets $7.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21

Walleye tournament

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, downtown Fredonia at Barker Common, 9 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.

Westfield Farmers and Artisans Market

Moore Park, E. Main Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vegetables, eggs, meats, natural foods, artisan crafts, more.

Living History Fair

Harmony Historical Society, 1943 Open Meadows Road, Ashvil1e, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Live demonstrations of 1860s crafts – basket making, beekeeping, blacksmith, book binding, broom making, hearth cooking, corn shucking, dress making, flint knapping, jewelry making and design, 1800’s leatherworking, log hewing, paper making, porcelain painting, quilting, tatting, treadle wood carving, weaving, wood bowl carving. Horse-drawn wagon rides, old roll-o-bowl car, functioning sawmill, smokehouse. Food for purchase, nature trail. Quilt raffle, all buildings open. Music by the Doodlestix dulcimer band. No entry fee, parking donation suggested. Family event.

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, Laona. All guest receive one or more bags of non-perishable food, number depending on family size.

Busti Fire Department Fall Festival

886 Mill Road, Jamestown, 11 a.m. Craft, food vendors, cornhole tournament, two bands, kids’ zone, beer tent, more.

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.

Chautauqua Opportunities Dads Program car cruise

Connections North Parking Lot, 10825 Bennett Road, Dunkirk, noon to 3 p.m. Free admission, prizes, food, music.

Fredonia Jazz Festival multiple times and venues: At 2 p.m. at Domus Fare Restaurant, 41 W. Main St., Fredonia: A Jazz Jam! Hosted by the students of the Fredonia Jazz Workshop, all welcome, bring your own instrument. At 4 p.m. at the Fredonia First United Methodist Church, 25 Church St., Fredonia: The Dave Golando Quintet with Dave Golando, tenor and soprano saxes, Ian Liedke, piano, Mark Cousins, bass, Jon Anderson, drums and Carol McLaughlin, tenor sax and flute. At 7 p.m. at the 1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., Fredonia: The Anat Cohen Quartet with Anat Cohen, clarinetist and saxophonist, Tal Mashiach, bass, Gadi Lehavi, piano and Ofri, Nehemya, drums (GTO Trio)

. For details, see fredoniajazzsociety.com

Movies at the Reg: “Despicable Me 4” sensory friendly

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Gru, Lucy and family welcome Gru Jr. and flee new enemies Maxime and Valentina. Tickets $7.

Western New York Chamber Orchestra with Fredonia Chamber Choir – Classics I: The All American

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 3 p.m. General public $20, student/child free in advance, $5 at the door. Dr. Vernon Huff, Director of Choral Studies; soloist Brent Weber, tenor.

YWCA Jamestown Latine Festival

Between Main and Cherry Streets. 3 to 9 p.m., including set-up, take-down.

Veterans’ Appreciation Dinner

Sheridan VFW Post 6390, 2556 Route 20

Cabana Sam’s Beach Bar & Grill music

1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m.Live & Kickin.

MONDAY, SEPT. 23

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Hand sewing with instructor Candy Kuppel

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For ages 10 and up. Limit 5 per session. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.