THURSDAY, MAY 1

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.

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.

SUNY Fredonia OSCAR Expo ( annual student Research and Creativity Exposition)

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, multi-purpose room, 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Keynote speaker: Dr. Roger Firestien, innovation specialist. Workshop follows. Register online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdjjDTvfAq3Mtg7Z0uyRn8EQsNBh68ZD. Public welcome.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium Afterschool Elementary program

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

May Day Strong peaceful rally, march

Begins at 4:30 at gazebo in Washington Park, Dunkirk. Speaker followed by one mile march down Central Avenue, north to Third Street, over to Main, back to the gazebo. Concludes with short program.

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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book Club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 p.m. Read, discuss novels ranging from classics to contemporary. Reserve titles online, at the library or call 716 366-2511.

Jazz at Domus Fare

Domus Fare Restaurant, 41 W. Main St., Fredonia, 8 p.m. House opens at 7:30 p.m. Scott Tixier, jazz violin; Nick Weiser, piano; Nicholas Walker, bass; Gregory Evans, drums. Tixier has performed with symphonic orchestras, popular icons such as Elton John, Adele, John Legend, Stevie Wonder, Ariana Grande, more. Food, drink menus available, purchase highly recommended. Reserved seating. For details, see fredoniajazzsociety.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.

Leaf Junior Workshop: “Seed Creatures”

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. For youth grades 3-12. Youth do not have to be a 4-H member to attend. Cost $10 to $15. Call 716 664-9502 to register.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Sam Kenney, director. Works by Fredonia alumni Abigail Donegan, Charles Fuller, Brianna Kelly, guest artist Jenna Del Monte Aavrel, restaging of Jose Limon’s 1964 masterwork ” A Choreographic Offering.” Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door.

Main Street Studios presents: “Little Women”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Adults $15, students/seniors $10. Play adaptation of Louisa May Alcott novel. Tickets at door or mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz.

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 Saxophone Ensemble and Quartets

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

FRIDAY, MAY 2

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday: Honeybees and swarms with Bob Ratterman

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 11 a.m. to noon. Adults $8, Nature Center members $6, children 9 to 15 $6. Reservations appreciated. Call 716 569-2345.

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. Teen and YA patrons can join in role-playing adventures. Contact the Library Director for details.

Happy Hour to benefit the Roger Pacos Memorial Scholarship Fund

Coughlan’s Pub, 47 W. Main St., Fredonia, 3 to 6 p.m.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts presents: “Agnes of God”

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Tickets $20. Reservation recommended at www.lakeshorecenterfor thearts.com

Movies at the Reg: “Death of a Unicorn”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Father (Paul Rudd), daughter (Jenna Ortega) accidentally hit, kill a unicorn on their way to retreat. Billionaire boss (Richard E. Grant) tries to exploit the unicorn’s curative powers. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Envision BA Showcase

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Senior projects for graduating students in the BA in the SUNY Fredonia Theatre Arts program.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Sam Kenney, director. Works by Fredonia alumni Abigail Donegan, Charles Fuller, Brianna Kelly, guest artist Jenna Del Monte Aavrel, restaging of Jose Limon’s 1964 masterwork ” A Choreographic Offering.” Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door.

Main Street Studios presents: “Little Women”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Adults $15, students/seniors $10. Play adaptation of Louisa May Alcott novel. Tickets at door or mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz.

SATURDAY, MAY 3

Audubon Community Nature Center bird banding

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, pavilion on west side of ACNC property, drop by during the time period of 7 to 11 a.m. Watch how they capture migrating and resident birds, fit them with identification bands, measure, weigh and then release them. If the weather is too harsh for the safety of the birds, the nets won’t be opened. No reservations required.

Third annual gardening symposium

Jamestown Community College, Carnahan Theater, 241 James Ave., Jamestown, 8 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. For gardening enthusiasts, teachers, nature lovers. Speakers Sarah Sorci – Native Herbs for the Home Garden; Sally Cunningham – pollinator plants, habitat protection, healthy soil, plants, trees.Panel discussion of Jamestown Public School garden programs, Q & A re: gardening with children, gardening displays, garden-themed food prizes, hospitality, networking. Registration: call 716 664-9502 ext. 203. Costs after 4/25: $30 general, $20 Master Gardeners.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Route 5 and Washington Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m to 2 p.m. To apply as a vendor, contact Brian Meyer at 716 680-0958.

Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees meeting

Demetri’s on the Lake, Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees invited to attend.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Darwin R. Barker Library science fiction event

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m.

Findley Lake craft show

Fire Hall, 10372 Main St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendor items, vendor raffles, 50/50, lottery raffle, lunch items. Library table.

Native plant event

Westfield Nursery, 8320 w. Main St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free event. Presentation by Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy’s Conservationist Carol Markham. Also can see, purchase native plants.

Villenova Burial Association’s Villenova Cemetery clean-up day

Cemetery Road, South Dayton, 10 a.m. Help clear tree branches, winter debris, rake. Bring own gloves, tools, rakes. Super Duper donuts, water provided. Rain date May 10.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m . Ages 5 to 12. Build challenge of day, pick a challenge card or free build. Limit 10 children. Pre-registration required. 716 934-3468.

Around Clymer: Book Signing with Rod Beckerink

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10:30 a.m. Free, public welcome.

Workers Memorial Service Erlandson Overview Park, 465 Oak Hill Road, Frewsburg, 11 a.m. Tribute to Chautauqua County men and women who have lost their lives or been injured while on the job. Keynote speaker: New York State Senator George Borrello. During this year’s ceremony, a special dedication will also be held for members of the Workers’ Memorial Committee who have passed away. All welcome to attend. Event also livestreamed on Chautauqua County’s official YouTube page.

Spring Fest at Midway State Park

4859 Route 430, Bemus Point, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $2 admission. Rubber animal hunt ages 0 to 5, 5 to 10, dessert, candy bar, snack, drink, seed planting activity/craft, snack, drink. Arcade, gift shop open..

Leon Historical Society church and museum opening for season

Four corners in Leon, Route 62, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every Saturday through October.

Second annual Cinco De Mayo music fest to benefit CCRM

Route 5 Event Center, 296 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, noon. Opening band Ion Sky at noon. Also Living Room Jam Band, Two Towns, Pedro and the Smooth Cats, Headrush, Furious George, Swamp Yankees, 10 Cent Howl, closing band Uncle Ben’s Remedy, ending 10 p.m. Food all day. Cash bar. Basket raffle, big ticket raffle, 50/50. Proceeds benefit Chautauqua County Rural Ministry Friendly Kitchen, emergency food pantry. $20 presale, $25 at door.

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 Area Habitat for Humanity Weidner’s chicken barbecue

Wright Park Pavilion, Dunkirk, noon to 3 p.m. $15 includes ½ chicken, hot buttered potatoes, baked beans, roll/butter. Presale call Gina Paradis 716 410-6699. Tickets also available at door until sold out.

Mother’s Day Wine Tea at Grape Discovery Center

8305 E. Main Road, Westfield, noon to 2 p.m. Lunch of tea sandwiches, fresh fruit, sweet treats, wine punch, non-alcoholic punch, coffee, tea. Door prize, raffle, gift shop. Reservations by May 1 at 716 326-2003.

Live at the Met: Le Nozze di Figaro

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $20, $18 Opera House members, $10 students. Joana Mallwitz conducts Mozart’s timeless comedy.

Main Street Studios presents: “Little Women”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Adults $15, students/seniors $10. Play adaptation of Louisa May Alcott novel. Tickets at door or mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz. ANother performance at 7:30 p.m.

Envision BA Showcase

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 2 p.m. Senior projects for graduating students in the BA in the SUNY Fredonia Theatre Arts program.

Panama Rocks Spring Ephemeral wildflower tour

11 Rock Hill Road, 11:30 a.m. Tour free with admission, weather dependent.

Together We Grow presents: “Gallop for Growth”

Sheridan VFW, 2556 Main Road (Route 20) 5 to 9 p.m. $40 includes a free well drink or beer, dinner voucher, cup, live screening of Kentucky Derby. Event also features games, contests, basket raffle, prizes. For tickets, text 716 785-2993. Proceeds benefit free mental health programming for Chautauqua County, surrounding areas.

Mayville/Chautauqua Lions Club Kentucky Derby watch party

Mayville VFW Post 8647,10 Memorial Drive, 5:30 p.m. $20 donation at the door includes Derby buffet, race broadcast on wide screen TV, prize for best hat. Cash bar, 50/50 raffle. Proceeds benefit Dwyer Peer Support program helping veterans cope with PTSD, TBI.

Pipes & Ale

Chautauqua Suites, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 6 to 11 p..m. Fundraiser for 96th Highlanders Pipes & Drums. $30 at door, $25 online www.96thhighlanders.com includes draft beer, wine, pop, pizza buffet. Celtic music by “Step N Time,” “O’Ryan’s Belt.” 50/50, basket raffle, shirts, hats, more.Bring pipes, drums.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts presents: “Agnes of God”

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Tickets $20. Reservation recommended at www.lakeshorecenterfor thearts.com

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: Mr. Brightside – the Ultimate Killers Experience

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Tickets $20.

Cinema Series: “The Friend”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. New York City writer/teacher Iris (Naomi Watts) receives a 150 pound Great Dane from her mentor (Bill Murray) in this story of healing, love, friendship. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Sam Kenney, director. Works by Fredonia alumni Abigail Donegan, Charles Fuller, Brianna Kelly, guest artist Jenna Del Monte Aavrel, restaging of Jose Limon’s 1964 masterwork ” A Choreographic Offering.” Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door.

Erie Philharmonic presents: “Revolution: The Music of the Beatles – A Symphonic Experience”

Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 7:30 p.m. New arrangements transcribed, arranged from the original recordings at Abbey Road. Accompanied by hundreds of rare, unseen photos along with stunning video, animation. $66, $55, $44, $29. Students $17. Call 814 455-1375.

Fredonia Masterworks Chorus and College Symphony Orchestra present: Orff’s “Carmina Burana,” Haydn’s “Te Deum No. 2 in C”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m. Alumni soloists Jordan Weatherston Pitts, Heidi Schneider, Justin Staebel and singers from Fredonia Elementary School will join the chorus and orchestra.

Midnight Recovery at First Ward Falcons Club

341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 8 p.m. Guest vocalist Cortney Chyme.