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SATURDAY, JUNE 7
Dunkirk Walleye Festival
City pier. 7 a.m. shotgun start. Weigh-in for Primitive Patriot Outdoors WNY Walleye Classic at 5 p.m. Music by The Committed 1 to 3 p.m.; West of the Mark 7 to 10 p.m. Food, crafts, fishing gear vendors 10 a.m. to 6 p.m..
Westfield Flea Market
Moore Park, E. Main St., 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vintage, antiques, unique oddities, clothing, jewelry items, more.
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.
Brocton Arch, Seller Days
Brocton community
Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel retirees breakfast
Demetri’s Restaurant, 6 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees welcome.
Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies clinic
Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to noon. Animals must be pre-registered. For dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. Register at healthyCHQ.com/Rabies, view calendar of upcoming clinics. Bring all previous vaccination records and remain in car, dogs on a leash, cats in a carrier. For details, call 716 785-5183.
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.
Village of Fredonia Attic and Seller Days
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Maps available at Barker Common Visitors Booth $2 cash.
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.
1891 Fredonia Opera House bake sale, basket raffle
Barker Common West, Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funds raised support the Opera House’s overall programming.
St. John’s United Church of Christ yard sale
733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Take-A-Kid Fishing Day
Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club, 1 N. Mullet St., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to noon. Kids through 16 years, must be accompanied by an adult. Activities at Dunkirk Yacht Club, Memorial Park, life jackets required, limited loaners on site. Sign up at Con Club. Open to public.
Matthew Hazelton Memorial 5K Run/Walk
Clarion Hotel Pavilion, Lake Shore Drive E., 9:30 a.m. Hosted by Dunkirk Police Benevolent Association.
Silver Creek Kiwanis Club Children’s Fair
Silver Creek Ball Park, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Bounce houses, pony rides, wagon rides, duck races, basket raffles, entertainment including magician Don Rogers, more. At Anderson-Lee library summer reading info, make a button, help create art project for library’s front window.
Cassadaga Branch of Seymour Library presents: Scavenger hunt, pancake breakfast
165 Maple Ave., Cassadaga, Start between 10 a.m. to noon. Gather clues at nearby locations, return to library, enjoy pancakes. Can stay to play games, build LEGOs, or check out books. Free family event.
Long Point State Park program: Mountain bike group ride
4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. 10 to 11 a.m. Dress for weather. Meet at upper picnic parking lot.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Father’s Day Suncatchers: part 1
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12:30 p.m. Complete the project June 13. For ages 3 to 16. Bring 3-5″ lid from cottage cheese or yogurt container. Some lids available. Register at 716 934-3468.
Celoron Rib-Fest
47 Dunham Ave., 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. vendors, kids’ zone, food. No pets or coolers. Cruise-in at noon. Classic rock music by Smokin’ 45 at the Lucy Desi Band Stand from 8 to 11 p.m.
Gowanda Moose Club 1382 Women’s luncheon “Tea and Talk”
201 Aldrich St., doors open at 11, lunch at 11:45 a.m. Inspirational talk. $5 donation. Vendors, basket raffle, 50/50. RSVP to Julie 716 574-6944.
Merritt Estate Winery’s 44th Annual Strawberry Festival
2264 King Road, Forestville, doors open at noon, free admission. Craft vendors, food, wine, craft beer, wine slush! Balloon artist, bounce house, mechanical bulls, strawberry desserts. Rain or shine! No outside food and beverage permitted. Music: noon to 3 p.m.: Dark Horse Run Band; 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Black Widow; 7 to 10 p.m. The Strictly Hip.
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.
CHPC Service of Remembrance, Memorial Butterfly Release
Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care Lakewood office, 20 W. Fairmount Ave., 1 p.m. or watch online at CHPC Facebook page. Order butterflies for $10 each by June 3 at chpc.care/butterfly. Staff will release butterflies for those unable to attend.
CHRIC, Neighborworks Community gathering
Washington Park, 501 Park Ave., Dunkirk, 1 to 4 p.m. Kick-off for city of Dunkirk’s Lead Capacity Building Grant program. Learn about lead hazards. Free games, prizes for attendees, especially children.
Lake Erie State Park program
5838 Route 5, Brocton. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at recreation hall. 1 p.m.: Trees of Lake Erie.
Collage Performing Arts Center presents: “All That Dance”
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m. Tickets $15 at the college box office or available at the door. Another performance at 7 p.m.
Tia Book Cellar presents: “In Conversation with Paul Komorowski and Cindy Riefstahl”
15 W. Main St., North East, PA. 3 p.m. Honors the work of the late Robert B. Riefstahl, author of award-winning “Sugar Reports and homemade Dill Pickles: A Sweet & Bitter WWII Love Story.”
Mayville’s Saturday Evening Market
Train Depot, 16 Water St., Mayville, 4 to 8 p.m. Food, vendors, special events.
Friends of Chautauqua County Greenways public informational meeting
Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 5 p.m. Provides updates on trails, waterways development, maintenance projects, conservation efforts.
Chautauqua County Historical Society Gala
McClurg Museum, 20 E. Main St., Westfield, 6 to 8 p.m. Annual fundraiser celebrates CCHS’s achievements, ongoing mission. Hors d’oeuvres, refreshments. $50, reservations 716 326-2977. Proceeds benefit CCHS programs, including museum restoration. Tent set up in park for seating. Tour museum, view exhibits. 9th NY Cavalry Civil War reenactment group will stage encampment all weekend.
Sons of the American Legion Post 59 meat bingo and raffle
156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 6 to 9 p.m. NY strip steaks, burgers, Sahlen’s hot dogs, sausage links, baby back ribs, chicken, prime rib. Special bingos/raffles in between, including Tuscany gift cards; jewelry! Special barbecue grilling package Door prizes, 50/50. Proceeds assist with Post 59 functions; Boys’ and Girls’ State sponsorships; veteran’s needs within the community. Members, eligible guests.
Chautauqua County Music Teachers Association Spring All-County Concert
Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater 1 Ames Ave., Chautauqua, 7:30 p.m. Features Elementary All-County Orchestra; Elementary, Junior, Senior All-County Choruses; Junior, Senior All-County Bands. Presale tickets at ccmta.ticketleap.com or at the door half-hour prior to performance for $5 cash, children under 5 free. Free parking on grounds.
SUNDAY, JUNE 8
Dunkirk Walleye Festival
City pier. Winner of tournament will win a guided fishing trip with pro angler/National Walleye Tour Championship finalist Craig Sleeman, who also conducts free kids’ fishing clinic, tournament at 8 a.m.
Brocton Arch, Seller Days
Brocton community
Village of Fredonia Attic and Seller Days
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Maps available at Barker Common Visitors Booth $2 cash.
Grounded: Mind/Body/Soul Festival
Long Point State Park, 4459 route 430, Bemus Point, 9:30 to 3 p.m. Community, oneness, yoga, dance, meditation, journaling, workshops, healing, shopping, food, transforming, energy. $49.87. For details, see groundedfestivals@gmail.com
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 County worship service, Flower Communion
222 Temple St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. Speaker Rev. Ron Skowronski will address “The Power of Commitment” during the service. Public welcome. Bring a flower or sprig of greenery. Zoom link available. Website is uucnc.org
Merritt Estate Winery’s 44th Annual Strawberry Festival
2264 King Road, Forestville, noon to 6:30 p.m., free admission. Craft vendors, food, wine, craft beer, wine slush! Balloon artist, bounce house, mechanical bulls, strawberry desserts. Rain or shine No outside food and beverage permitted. Music: noon to 3 p.m.: Sequins The Band; 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.: Run Away Train.
Southern Tier Brewing Company presents: United Way Day
3072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, noon to 6 p.m. Percentage of day’s sales will be donated to UWCHQ. Family-friendly, pet-friendly. Music by Bill Ward, Derek Davis, Watch Your Step, In Crowd.
St. Hedwig Church Final Mass
324 Townsend St., Dunkirk, 3 p.m. Concelebration by Rev. Bob Owczarczak, local clergy, former pastors. Homilist: Rev. Michael Parker. Opportunity for all who have been touched by the legacy of St. Hedwig to come together in prayer, gratitude, and remembrance.
MONDAY, JUNE 9
Memory Cafe Drag Lunch with Lips Poppin
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Third floor Media Arts Studie, 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. Features Jamestown professional drag queen company. Music performances, light refreshments. Participate or observe. Register at 716 484-7070 by the prior day. Donations welcome.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Flower Pounding Class with Brenda Nickerson
15 Main St., 6 p.m. $10 fee. Register at 716 962-5885.