WEDNESDAY,

APRIL 23

Tops NY 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.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Virtual, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. To register, call 716 664-3608. This week’s topic: Dealing with Disobedience.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Mah Jongg (American) open play session

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. No registration required.

“Public Action & Awareness: Navigating Civic Engagement” panel, workshop

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, S204, 1 to 1:50 p.m. Light refreshments. Presented by The American Democracy Project at the State University of New York at Fredonia. Public welcome. How democratic setbacks disproportionately impact students – especially undocumented and LGBTQ+ individuals, BIPOC and women – will be examined. Panelists: Dr. Jeanette McVicker, Mason Fuller, Alex Bucknam, Marcia Merrins.

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.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Workshop “Remembering Faith”

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6 to 8 p.m. Celebrated American artist, author of “Tar Beach,” activist. With Lucy Andrus, art and culture educator. View exhibit, enjoy hands-on art activity.

Movies at the Reg: “The Room Next Door”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Ingrid (Julianne Moore), Martha (Tilda Swanson) were close friends when they worked together at a magazine. Now an autofiction writer and war correspondent, they reconnect in an extreme situation. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Movies at the Reg: “Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. A star-studded tribute to Liza Minelli, including insights from the legend herself. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Hanover Fire merger meeting

Hanover Town Board, 7 p.m. Public meeting to discuss formation of a joint fire district of Silver Creek Fire Department, Sunset Bay Fire Department.

Cassadaga public budget hearing

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

Fredonia University Chorus and Camerata

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

Faculty Recital: Kieran Hanlon, guitar with special guest Gary Keller, saxophone

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

THURSDAY, APRIL 24

Chautauqua County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board meeting

Gerace Office Building, room 331, 3 N. Erie St., Mayville, 9 am. Public welcome. For details, email Lauren Sharp at sharpl@chqgov.org

Thursday Knitting Group

Trinity Episcopal Church, 11 Day 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.

Chautauqua County Park Commission meeting

Chautauqua County Airport, 3163 Airport Drive, Jamestown, 10 a.m. Public welcome.

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. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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. Other activities 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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium Afterschool Elementary program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 5:45 p.m.

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.

Fredonia Young Artists Recital

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Presents artists studying at SUNY Fredonia School of Music. Free admission, donations gratefully accepted.

Dunkirk Town Hall meeting

Dunkirk Town Hall, 4737 Willow Road, 6 p.m. Public meeting for residents.

Tia book cellar presents: “A Guide to Publishing with Tess Carletta

15 W. Main St., North east, PA, 6 p.m. Published author Carletta will discuss the essentials of indie publishing, comprehensive how-to guide. Register in advance, $10 at tiabookcellar.com

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.

Orchesis Spring 2025 Showcase “The Time of Our Lives”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10 plus $6 convenience fee for internet, phone orders.

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 Jazz Orchestra

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

FRIDAY, APRIL 25

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: free Poetry class with John Brantingham

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to noon. for feedback, coaching; online through video lectures, Zoom-based office hours. Participants can join in as little or as much as desired. To register, email johnmbrantingham@gmail.com, In the subject, write “Poetry Class.”

Triple P-Positive Parenting discussion group

MHA, 31 Water St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. For details, call 716 664-3608. This week’s topic: Hassle-free shopping.

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.

Kravitz Tree Service Arbor Day celebration

3785 Lakeview Road, Fredonia, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Giving away 1,000 seedlings, kids’ activities, basket raffles. Proceeds benefit Jamestown Chapter of Audubon Society, Fredonia High School Garden Club.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Miranda Wilcox

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Full access to the museum and exhibits, complimentary drink from the Southern Tier Brewing Company or the RTPI bar, light bites by Elegant Edibles Catering, live music. Access to current exhibits. Members: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Non-members: $18 in advance, $20 at the door. Call 716 665-2473 to reserve.

Boys & Girls Club gala dinner

Shorewood Country Club, 4958 W. Lake Road, Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Cocktails, dinner, program at 7:30 p.m. followed by silent auction. Presentation of service awards to Jacob Sam of A.G. Agricultural Team Logistics, Daryl Spacc of the Spacc GM dealership of Fredonia, Jim Enser, board member, past president. $75 per person, $570 for table of 8. Proceeds benefit scholarship funds, other needs.

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: Brave Strangers Bob Seger Tribute Band

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Tickets $25.

JCC Jazz Fest

Jamestown Community College, Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown 7 p.m. Dave Golando Quintet with Dave Golando, saxophone; Mark Filsinger, trumpet; Joe Baudo, piano, Marc Cousins, bass; Carl Alanakien, drums. Also Chautauqua County Student All-Stars.

Willowbrook Park Cemetery monthly meeting

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

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: One Act Play Festival

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Daniel F. Lendzian, director. Reserved seating. General public $10 advance, $15 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Features dozen brand new short plays created by Fredonia’s own students. All world premieres.

Orchesis Spring 2025 Showcase “The Time of Our Lives”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10 plus $6 convenience fee for internet, phone orders.

Scotch Doubles bowling fundraiser for Timothy Ryan

Lucky Lanes Bowling Center, 10387 Bennett Road, Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. $40 per team (2 people per team) includes 3 games of bowling, shoe rental. $40 per team (2 people per team) includes 3 games bowled together, shoe rental and prizes. To reserve your spot you must complete the following Google Form and send full payment to Heidi Powell, via PayPal heidipowell73@yahoo.com, Venmo Heidi-Powell-35 (5094)

Fredonia String Chamber Ensembles

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