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MONDAY, JUNE 30

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Repco Wildlife

536 Central Ave., 2 to 3 p.m. Lizards, snakes, turtles.

Fenton Genealogy Support Research Night

73 Forest Ave., Jamestown, 4 to 8 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua presents dinner, program

222 Temple St., Fredonia, 5 p.m. Speaker: Science Ambassador J.D. Stillwater. Topic: Humans’ major impacts on the planet. Salad, sandwich dinner. Free event, donations accepted.

Grief Support Group

Holy Trinity Central Office conference room, 1030 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Those interested should call the office at 716 366-2306 and will be contacted by facilitator Dick Rodriguez.

TUESDAY, JULY 1

Teddy Bear Clinic – a fun, educational event for kids

Dunkirk Intermediate School Gym, 525 Eagle St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring a favorite stuffed animal or doll for a fun friendly medical check-up. Interactive experience helps kids feel comfortable with healthcare while learning about healthy habits. Parents must stay with their children while they are participating in the event. Event open to everyone. For details, contact Heidi Powell, 716 366-9300 ext. 3383.

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.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly support group

Anderson-Lee Library, 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12:30 p.m. Handicapped accessible.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

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

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

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

Cinema Series: “The Last Rodeo”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Retired rodeo legend (Neal McDonough) risks it all to save his grandson as he tries to reconcile with his family.. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students. Closed captioning at this showing.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 2

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.

Dunkirk Farmers Market

Dunkirk Senior Center Pavilion, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, contact E. J. Hayes at 716 366-9876.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Patriotic bug magnet craft

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

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.

Southern Tier Triathlon Club Triathlon

Cassadaga Beach, 5:45 p.m. Wilson Endurance Sports. Register at 716 353-1288.

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 Write Focus Writers’ Group

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Member check-in.

Movies at the Reg: “Party Girl”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 30th anniversary showing. Stars Parker Posey as a rudderless social butterfly who eventually flourishes as a librarian. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

THURSDAY, JULY 3

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: Color Our World with Music with musician Nan Hoffman

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. Annual summer concert. All ages, registration appreciated. Call 716 934-3468.

South Dayton Library forum to discuss possible grant projects

17 Park St., 10:30 a.m. Looking for suggestions from neurodivergent community members, families, advocates. Light refreshments. rSVP to 716 863-7992. Another session at 6 p.m.

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.

Anderson-Lee Farm Market

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., behind the library. Fresh produce at affordable prices until sold out. Accepts SNAP, cash, credit/debit cards. In partnership with FeedMore WNY.

Long Point State Park bird walk

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at the Point Trailhead.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

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

Midway State Park program

4859 Route 430, Bemus Point. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. 2:30 to 3 p.m. Midway craft.

Gowanda Farmers’ Market

Behind stores on Main Street, 4 to 7 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.

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.

Lake Erie State Park Kick off to Summer

5838 Route 5, Brocton. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at recreation hall. 5:30 to 7 p.m.: Kokomo Time Band..

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Make Your Own Candy Sushi

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Ages 11 to 17. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

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.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert – USA Night

At Memorial Park, Lake Shore Drive E. Food/refreshment vendors. Music: 6 p.m. opener: “Classic Rock Allstars.” 7:15 p.m. headliner: “Invincible: Ohio’s Premier Pat Benatar Tribute.”

Silver Creek entertainment, fireworks night

Borrello Park, Front Street. 2nd Time Around Band, 6 to 9 p.m. Fireworks follow.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Open Mic session

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Attendees can share their poetry, prose or music selection.

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 4

Lakewood events

Lakewood Family YMCA Firecracker Run, Check-in 7 to 8:30 a.m. run at 9 a.m. Lakewood Beach, Richard O. Hartley Park. 10k run, 2 mile run, 2 mile walk. For details, call 716 664-2802. From 6 to 10 p.m., vendors, music, more on Chautauqua Avenue before 10 p.m. fireworks display.

Great Blue Heron Music Festival

Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman. Three days of music, dancing, camping. Prices $58 to $275.

Fourth of July Celebration in Findley Lake

All-day fun for whole family. Duck race, boat parade, flare lighting, fireworks.

Mayville Fourth of July celebration

Grand parade at 10 a.m. Festivities at Lakeside Park at noon: food, games, family fun, raffles, face painting, petting zoo by Sun-Dance Kids Farm. Free event, free parking. Music by Osborne Nash at noon; One Boomer at 2:30 p.m.; The Escape Goats at 6 p.m. Entertainment by the UP Team at 2, 4 p.m. Magic by and Annie at 1, 3 p.m. Fireworks.

Hot dog sale to benefit Dunkirk Joint Veterans Council

Pillar of Fire Fellowship, 221 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hot dog, bottle of water will be $1,

Dunkirk Fourth of July Celebration

Memorial Park food/refreshment vendors. Music by Party McFly at 1 p.m., Furious George 4 p.m., headliner Two for Flinching 6:30 p.m. Starfire Corporations fireworks at night.

July Fourth celebration

Gravel Pit Park, North East, PA., 5 p.m. to dusk. Food trucks, live music, family fun, fireworks.

Flares and Boats Around Cassadaga Lake

9:30 p.m. sponsored by the Cassadaga Lakes Association

Bemus Point’s Fourth of July fireworks show

10 p.m. Visible from Village Park or designated area of Lakeside Drive.

SATURDAY, JULY 5

Findley Lake Nature Trails Race Around the Lake, Fun Walk

Findley Lake Gazebo, Main Street, registration starts at 6:30 a.m., race/walk at 8 a.m.

Great Blue Heron Music Festival

Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman. Three days of music, dancing, camping. Prices $58 to $275.

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.

Westfield Flea Market

Moore Park, E. Main St., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vintage, antiques, unique oddities, clothing, jewelry items, more.

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.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Barker Common, outdoors downtown Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

11th annual Marauder Trotter Run/Walk 5K

Wright Park, 9 a.m. For details, call DJ Wilson 716 785-1537.

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.

Summer Music Festival Jazz and Large Ensembles concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 1:30 p.m.

Mayville’s Saturday Evening Market

Train Depot, St., 16 Water St., Mayville, 4 to 8 p.m. Food, vendors, special events.

Lake Erie State Park program

5838 Route 5, Brocton. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at recreation hall. 4 p.m.: Patriotic frame craft/puzzle; Ask Naturalist; 6 p.m. Davis and Eng..

SUNDAY, JULY 6

Great Blue Heron Music Festival

Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Wait Corners Road, Sherman. Three days of music, dancing, camping. Prices $58 to $275.

Lake Shore Street Rod Association annual Harbor Cruise

Point Gratiot Park, NY 5 and Point Drive W., Dunkirk, noon to 5 p.m. DJ Ray the Fat Man Heron, live music with Hooman Band, Mike Porpiglia’s chicken barbecue, Main Street Ice Cream of Hamburg, Westfield Main Diner, La Casa D’Mangia Inc., Stockton Hotel, Spanish food, french fries, Tony’s Concessions, Charlie’s Curly Fries, Arly & Izzy’s, Old Fashioned Lemonade, more. 50/50 raffle. Donations accepted at the park gate. Proceeds benefit Chautauqua County Veterans’ Endowment Fund, Dunkirk-Fredonia Meals on Wheels, Lakeshore Humane Society.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: First Sunday Story Time

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Children 2 to 8 with an adult. Free event. Register at auduboncnc.org/July-first-sunday

Cassadaga Farmers’ Market

Ames Common, Route 60 and Maple Avenue, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, more.

Long Point State Park Eagle watercolors

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. 1 to 2 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at the white Garage along Point Trail.

East Otto Historical Museum open house

8982 Reed Hill Road, 1 to 3 p.m.

Lakewood Community Development Corporation presents: Rock the Lake

Hartley Park, Summit Avenue, Lakewood, 2 to 5 p.m. Free country show with Sean Patrick McGraw and the James’s, also featuring the Drye’s from Nashville. Bring seating, buy a snack at a food truck.

She Sings Cafe presents: She is Safe book study

95 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 4 p.m. Discussion of “Healing from Hidden Abuse,” by Shannon Thomas. Text 412 608-7194 to RSVP.

MONDAY, JULY 7

Darwin R. Library presents: The Masterpiece Makers

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Children going into pre-k through going into second grade. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Choose Mondays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 2 p.m. through first week in August. Read, learn, play, create.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Movie Monday

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 p.m. Family friendly movies, activities.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Flower Pounding with Brenda Nickerson

15 Main St., 5 p.m. Learn which wild flowers/leaves work best, how hard to pound for desired results. $10 per person. Call 716 962-5885 to register.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library G.N.O.M.E.S. Library Volunteer Group

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

TUESDAY, JULY 8

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explorers Story Time

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Ages 2 to 7 and a grown up. Theme-based stories, activities followed by free play.

Memory Cafe with Sukanya Burman Dance

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Third floor Media Arts Studio, enter at 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, noon to 1:30 p.m. Free respite, arts program for those with memory issues, their caregivers, family friends. Music performances, crafts, easy activities, light refreshments. Participate or observe. Register at 716 484-7070 by the prior day. Donations welcome.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly support group

Anderson-Lee Library, 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12:30 p.m. Handicapped accessible.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Dunkirk Public Library summer carnival

536 Central Ave., 2 to 3:30 p.m. Games, prizes, refreshments. Free event.

Darwin R. Library presents: The Masterpiece Makers

7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Children going into pre-k through going into second grade. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Choose Mondays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 2 p.m. through first week in August. Read, learn, play, create.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for elementary ages STEAM based activities.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

Silver Creek music in the park presents: “Party McFly”

Village Ball Park, 6 to 9 p.m. Bring own chairs, coolers. Food trucks, vendors on site. Classic cars welcome.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Van Gogh Flowers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. All ages. Create paper flowers for library display based on Van Gogh’s “Sunflower” painting. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library, Historical Society of Brocton & Portland present: Threads of History

Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Guest speakers.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 9

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.

Dunkirk Farmers Market

Dunkirk Senior Center Pavilion, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, contact E. J. Hayes at 716 366-9876.

North East PA Firemen’s Cherry Festival

Heard Park, details TBA

Darwin R. Library presents: The Prismatic Prodigies

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children going into third grade through going into eighth grade. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Read, learn, play, create.

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, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Variety of board, card, video games available to play in library. Kids ages 8+, teens, families.

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 Concert Series – “Darkwater Duo”

Point Gratiot Park, 6 to 8 p.m. Bring folding chair.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Bibliomaniacs Book Club

Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m.

Fenton History Center presents: Rails to Trails: Namesakes and Trailblazers Along the Trail

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Author, Rails to Trails supporter Wendy Lewellen will discuss stories about the namesakes, trailblazers along the trail. Free event, donations appreciated. Public welcome.

Movies at the Reg: ” Pavement”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Documentary about American Indie Band Pavement. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

THURSDAY, JULY 10

CHQ Professionals Group coffee meet-up

St. Stephen’s Cafe, 2 W. Main St., Brocton 8 to 9:30 a.m. Free, open to all. Opportunity to network, exchange ideas, strengthen community ties.

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.

North East PA Firemen’s Cherry Festival

Heard Park, details TBA

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Storytime with guest artist Karen Taverna

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 12. Stories about color, art. Marble painting. Pre-registration appreciated. 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.

Infinity Drum Circle

James Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, front lawn, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Drums, other percussion instruments provided or bring own.

Anderson-Lee Farm Market

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., behind the library. Fresh produce at affordable prices until sold out. Accepts SNAP, cash, credit/debit cards. In partnership with FeedMore WNY.

Long Point State Park ferns/nature hike

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. 1 to 2 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at the Point Trailhead.

Forestville Farmers’ Market

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

Midway State Park program

4859 Route 430, Bemus Point. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. 2:30 to 3 p.m. Midway craft.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Play, create, inspire, imagine. For elementary students.

Gowanda Farmers’ Market

Behind stores on Main Street, 4 to 7 p.m.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Animal Collage Art

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 4 p.m. All ages. Fill outline of variety of animals using magazines, other pre-printed materials. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

CHQ Chamber at the Fairgrounds

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 5 to 7 p.m. Dunkirk, Fredonia businesses welcome to showcase their products, services, network. General public invited. Food, beverages can be purchased from midway vendors. Not designed for craft vendors, but for Chamber member businesses, who must provide own tables, materials. See chqchamber.org for details.

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.

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.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Poetry reading with Karen J. Weyant

15 Main St., 7 p.m. Poet Weyant will share about her work and her writing journey.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert – 90’s Night

6 p.m. opener: “White Bronco.” 7:15 p.m. headliner: “Nineties by Nature.” Concession vendors, Boardwalk, pier merchants open. Bring folding chair.

Music in Ryckman Park: “New Horizons Band”

Fay and Green streets, Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Presented by Ahira Hall Memorial Library.

Music in Chang Hu Park: Paul Zittel and Pure Country

W. Main Street, Gowanda, 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, JULY 11

North East PA Firemen’s Cherry Festival

Heard Park, details TBA

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School indoor yard sale

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Darwin R. Barker Library hosts The Erie Zoo presents: Color Zoo

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. OR 11:30 a.m. Register for one of two sessions. Call 716 672-8051.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Friday craft – sea beaded necklace

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration required. Call 716 366-2511.

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

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

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

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 4 p.m. For all who love handiwork. Ages 10, older, all skill levels. Bring own supplies. If getting started, for knitting bring size 10/10.5 bamboo needles, light-colored worsted weight yarn #4. For crochet, bring size H hook, light-colored worsted weight yarn #4. Learn or work with others on projects. No registration required, no weekly commitment needed.

Midway State Park program

4859 Route 430, Bemus Point. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. 2:30 to 3 p.m. Midway craft.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Variety of activities will be set up for kids ages 8+, teens, families.

First Friday in Westfield (Alumni Weekend)

Main Street, Westfield, 5 to 8 p.m. Open shops, local street vendors, live music, delicious food.

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad Wine Tasting Ride

Perry Street Station, 409 S. Perry St., Titusville, arrive by 5 p.m. for departure at 6 p.m., 3 hour ride. $45 per person. Includes 1 oz. tastings of 6 to 8 of Cellar 54’s offerings. Ages 21+, ID required. Reservations required, call 814 676-1733. Dress for weather.

Lake Erie State Park program

5838 Route 5, Brocton. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at recreation hall. 5:30 p.m.: butterfly craft, 7 p.m.: evening hike.

Collins Public Library presents: “Buffalo Touch” in concert

2341 Main St., Collins. Doors open 6:30 p.m., concert at 7. Free, open to public. Features polka music.

SATURDAY, JULY 12

North East PA Firemen’s Cherry Festival

Heard Park, details TBA

Brocton Central School Alumni Association golf tournament

Pine Hurst Golf Course, 7428 E. Main St., Westfield, 8 a.m. $70 per golfer includes golf, prizes, hamburger, hot dog lunch at turn. Skins available. Call Jon Esperson 716 467-8238. Register as team of 4 or individually. 50/50 drawings, raffle prizes. Proceeds benefit student scholarships.

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.

Westfield Flea Market

Moore Park, E. Main St., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vintage, antiques, unique oddities, clothing, jewelry items, more.

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.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Barker Common, outdoors downtown Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School indoor yard sale

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua yard sale

222 Temple St., Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also basket raffle, baked goods sale. Proceeds benefit UUCNC mission.

Vets Finding Vets Fenton Canteen

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Veterans of all ages encouraged to drop in for coffee and conversation. For details, call Barb Cessna 716 664-6256.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers: Pond Life

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 July 10. Register at auduboncnc.org/july-little-explorers

Erie Zoo presents: “Snack Safari (Centennial Saturday)”

423 W. 38th St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. snack passport, vendors, live demos by keepers. For details, see eriezoo.org

South Dayton Volunteer Fire Company tractor pull

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

Lake Erie State Park program

5838 Route 5, Brocton. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at recreation hall. 10 a.m.: backyard birds, 1:30 p.m.: History of Lake Erie; 3 p.m. family nature hike.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club

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

Findley Lake Summerfest Music and Arts Festival

Findley Lake, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Beer tent, wine tasting, art gallery, craft vendors, 50/50, basket raffles, food trucks. Weekend musical groups include Eric Brewer and Friends, Abbey Road (Beatles Tribute), Earthbound Misfits, Mayflower Hill, The Jeff Fetterman Band, The Riffriders, 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.

Fenton History Center Historic Tour: Pillars of the Community at Lake View Cemetery

Meet at Lake View Cemetery office, 907 Lakeview Avenue, Jamestown. First tour begins at 1, second at 2:30 p.m. Highlights six prominent Jamestown families buried at the cemetery including Hazeltine, Dow, Clark, Griswald, Parks, Prendergast. Tour guide: Janet Wahlberg. $12 members, $8 non-members. Limit 20. Register at 716 664-6256.

Rumble at the Arena at Northwest Arena

319 W. Third St., Jamestown, doors open at 3 p.m., fights start at 4 p.m. Jamestown Top Level Boxing Club and athletes from Rochester, Pittsburg, Canada, Erie, Buffalo, Dunkirk, Cleveland, more present 15 boxing matches including 6 championship bouts. Presale tickets $25 general, $55 VIP. Call/text 716 237-0668. Prices increase day of event.

Brocton Central School Alumni Association Weidner’s chicken and ribs barbecue

Brocton Legion Post 434.110 W Main St., Brocton, 4 p.m. Take out or dine in. $20 includes barbecue chicken, ribs, buttered spuds, cole slaw, roll, butter, homemade cookie. Call/text Kathy Peters 716 679-5814. Proceeds benefit student scholarships.

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts presents: Bill Blagg Family Magic

116 E. Third St, Jamestown, 4 p.m. For all ages. Live on stage, combines audience interaction, comedy, incredible visual magic. $34.75 to $54.75.

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 Italian sausage hoagies, tossed salads, chips, fruit and cookie. Free will donations appreciated but not necessary. Everyone is welcome.

Mayville’s Saturday Evening Market

Train Depot, St., 16 Water St., Mayville, 4 to 8 p.m. Food, vendors, special events.

Fredonia Ukulele

Domus Fare Restaurant, 41 W. Main St., Fredonia, 5 to 7 p.m. Play immediately at all ability levels. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided or bring your own. Play, sing or listen. Come and go as desired.

Long Point State Park: black bears

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. 6 to 7 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at the white garage along Point Trail.

Winemaker’s Dinner at Liberty Vineyards 2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Elegant 5- course dinner. Each course paired with the perfect wine. Very limited seating. Tickets at libertywinery.com or call 716-672-4520.

Cinema Series: “The Phoenician Scheme”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Espionage dark comedy with ensemble cast including Tom Hanks, Bill Murray. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Midway State Park program fireworks

10 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 13

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School indoor yard sale

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

South Dayton Volunteer Fire Company tractor pull

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

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua yard sale

222 Temple St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Also basket raffle, baked goods sale. Proceeds benefit UUCNC mission.

Findley Lake Summerfest Music and Arts Festival

Findley Lake, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Beer tent, wine tasting, art gallery, craft vendors, 50/50, basket raffles, food trucks. Weekend musical groups include Eric Brewer and Friends, Abbey Road (Beatles Tribute), Earthbound Misfits, Mayflower Hill, The Jeff Fetterman Band, The Riffriders, more.

Relive 1865 (160th anniversary of end of Civil War)

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 11:30 to 2 p.m. Civil War reenactors, period music, refreshments. Bring seating. Free, open to public.

Cassadaga Farmers’ Market

Ames Common, Route 60 and Maple Avenue, 12:30 to 3 p.m. Fresh produce, meats, baked goods, crafts, more.

East Otto Historical Museum open house

8982 Reed Hill Road, 1 to 3 p.m.

Cassadaga concert – headliners “Honkey Tonk Heroes” – outlaw country-western

Opening act in the Beach Gazebo from 4 to 5 p.m. Headliners on the floating stage, Cassadaga Beach, 5 to 7 p.m. Vendors.

MONDAY, JULY 14

Darwin R. Library presents: The Masterpiece Makers

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Children going into pre-k through going into second grade. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Choose Mondays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 2 p.m. through first week in August. Read, learn, play, create.

United Senior Citizens luncheon, program

Falcon Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, send $15 check made out to United Senior Citizens to Evonne Hennebery, P.O. Box 706, Dunkirk by July 7. Menu: baked chicken, Italian sausage, potato salad, tossed salad, mixed vegetables, dessert. Speakers: Carey Skelton to explain, distribute Seniors Farmers Market Coupon books; Mike Lee to present “Name the Scam” game. Bingo follows.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Grandstand show 2 p.m. Harness Horse Racing.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Movie Monday

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 p.m. Family friendly movies, activities.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Shaving cream marbling with Peggy Minckler

15 Main St., 6 p.m. Each participant will create a “marbled” print on paper using shaving cream, liquid watercolor paints.

TUESDAY, JULY 15

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, midway open 1 to 10 p.m. Grandstand show 7 p.m. Demolition Derby.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explorers Story Time

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Ages 2 to 7 and a grown up. Theme-based stories, activities followed by free play.

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. Bears colors scavenger hunt. Get a map at the desk and search.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly support group

Anderson-Lee Library, 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12:30 p.m. Handicapped accessible.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Darwin R. Library presents: The Masterpiece Makers

7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Children going into pre-k through going into second grade. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Choose Mondays at 10:30 a.m. or Tuesdays at 2 p.m. through first week in August. Read, learn, play, create.

Youngerman Center stroke/head injury support group session

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provides educational information, opportunities to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. Free, open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Contact Julie Williams, coordinator, (716) 673-4618 for more information about attending.

Gowanda Loyal of Moose 1382 birthday party

201 Aldrich St., 4 to 8 p.m. $2 burgers, $2 hot dogs, $2 fries, $3 for 10 wings (sauces extra). Come celebrate 110 years of community service.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for elementary ages STEAM based activities.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Pet portraits

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Ages 18 plus. Inspired by Instagram post. Bring photo of favorite pet, create pop art style portrait. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Lakeshore Center for the Arts presents: free classic movie

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Includes popcorn. Also newsreel, cartoon from year film came out.

Cinema Series: “The Phoenician Scheme”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Espionage dark comedy with ensemble cast including Tom Hanks, Bill Murray. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY JULY 16

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.

Dunkirk Farmers Market

Dunkirk Senior Center Pavilion, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, contact E. J. Hayes at 716 366-9876.

Dunkirk Professional Firefighters Local 616 Retirees; Fredonia Professional Firefighters Local 2931 breakfast meeting

Demetri’s on the Lake, 6 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 10 a.m. Takes place third Wednesday of every month.

Darwin R. Library presents: The Prismatic Prodigies

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children going into third grade through going into eighth grade. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Read, learn, play, create.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Foam party

536 Central Ave., 12 to 1 p.m.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, midway open 1 to 10 p.m. Grandstand show 7 p.m. Figure 8 racing.

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, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Variety of board, card, video games available to play in library. Kids ages 8+, teens, families.

Music in the Green with Dirty Shirley

Mayville Village Green Park, Routes 394, 430, 5 to 8 p.m.

Music at the Point Concert Series – “Zen City”

Point Gratiot Park, 6 to 8 p.m. Bring folding chair.

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 Write Focus Writers’ Group author talk with Dan Burkard

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Author will discuss his book “Coasters Rule.”

Erie Philharmonic free concert

Gibson Park, North East, PA, 7 p.m.

Observatory program: Alexandra Yep presentation

Martz-Kohl Observatory, 176 Robbin Hill Road, Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m. Speaker: Maggie Verrico.

Starting at $3.50/week.

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