FRIDAY, AUG. 1

Cattaraugus County Fair

501 Erie St., Little Valley. Gates open at 8 a.m., vendors usually at 11 a.m., midway 1 p.m. Grandstand event Monster Truck Rally at 7:30 p.m. For details, see www.carrarauguscofair.com

Darwin R. Barker Library hosts Meet Some Goats from Sundance-Kids-Farm

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Register at 716 672-8051.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Quilting, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, fun with friends.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Friday craft – floating duck

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 bug craft.

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.

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 6+, teens, families.

Rockin’ the Downs concert : Lou Gramm – The original voice of Foreigner

Batavia Downs, 8315 Park Road, Batavia, outside on racetrack, 4 p.m. Under 18 must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian. Bring seating. Tickets at bataviaconcerts.com

First Friday in Westfield

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

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Bee Board opening

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 5 to 7 p.m.

Sherman Days

Alumni dinner, bonfire, vendors, live music by “Shadyside” at 7 p.m.

Gerry Rodeo and barbecue

4351 Route 60, Gerry Rodeo VFD Grounds, western beef barbecue at 5 p.m. 8 p.m. rodeo featuring PRCA events, bareback bronc, saddle bronc, bull riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, breakaway roping, 20 vendor midway. Advance ticket purchase required for rodeo at www.gerryrodeo.org or call 716 985-4847.

Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad Taps on Tracks Beer Train

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 complimentary light snacks, souvenir mug. Purchase beer by the glass on the train from Orr’s Brewery Company. Ages 21+, photo 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.: Kids’ craft insects, 7 p.m.: wonderful wildflowers.

America’s Grape Country Craft Beverage Festival kick-off party

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 to 10 p.m. Wine, beer, spirits. All ticket holders, campers welcome. Music by Pirate Dreams. For details, see agcfestival.com

Collins Public Library presents: “Blue Mule Duo” in concert

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

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Juice Box Organic One Act Play Festival – Comedies

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. For tickets, see lakeshorecenterforthearts.com

“Groundhog Day the Musical”

Lucille Ball Little Theatre, 18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

SATURDAY, AUG. 2

Bemus Point Summer Fest

Sales, dining, live music, fun.

Cattaraugus County Fair

501 Erie St., Little Valley. Gates open at 8 a.m., vendors usually at 11 a.m., midway 1 p.m. Grandstand event Monster Truck Rally at 1:30 p.m.; Demolition Derby and Bus Demo at 6:30 p.m. For details, see www.carrarauguscofair.com

Westfield Flea Market

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

Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees breakfast

Demetri’s Restaurant, Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees welcome.

Trinity Lutheran Church indoor yard sale

15 Porter Ave., Silver Creek, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Amish novels, games, craft supplies, greeting cards, tools. Each child receives free book of choice, pencil. 50% of proceeds benefit Irving Fire Department.

Sherman Days

SCS Basketball 5k run/walk, vendors, Free Little Library ribbon-cutting, parade at 11 a.m., raffle, volleyball tournament, chicken barbecues, games, duck race at 2 p.m., cow chip bingo at 2 p.m., activities at Yorker Museum, horse/wagon rides, petting zoo, longhorns. Music: Fractures at 12 p.m.; Brian Chase at 3:30 p.m.; Juvenile Characteristics at 8 p.m.

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.

Can drive for The Lord’s Vineyard School

School site (former St. Hyacinth’s School), Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Proceeds go toward refurbishing school kitchen.

Ronnie’s Way 5k

Washington, Eleventh streets, Jamestown, 9:30 a.m. $10. Proceeds fund Ron Graham Memorial Fund at Chautauqua Region Community Foundation. Registration ends 6:59 p.m. Aug. 1. See runsignup.com

Chautauqua Region Vintage Book and Paper Show and Sale

Chautauqua Suites Hotel and Expo Center, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5.Antiquarian books, photography, fine art prints, maps, children’s books, local history, sheet music, ephemera, post cards, comic books, historic documents, magazines, trade cards, Americana. Proceeds benefit Jamestown Trolley Car #93 restoration project.

Fenton History Center Historic Tour: Riverwalk Tour

Meet at 10:30 a.m. at the National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown. Learn about changes over the last 200 years along the Chadakoin River. Tour guide: Andrew Kolstee. $12 members, $8 non-members. Limit 20. Register at 716 664-6256.

America’s Grape Country Craft Beverage Festival

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. New York wineries, New York distilleries, cideries, other craft beverage producers. Food trucks, food vendors, local craft vendors, artisans, free food demos, wine demos. Chain saw carving demos. Music by Midnight Recovery, West of the Mark. For details and tickets, see agcfestival.com. Camping available. After party 6 to 10 p.m. All ticket holders welcome.

Cassadaga Branch of Mary Seymour Libraries rubber duck event

18 Maple Ave., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free, all ages. Meet Waddles, the Cassadaga duck, complete a scavenger hunt and upload pictures, win a prize.

Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of WNY Dunkirk Community and Wellness Day

Washington Park, 501 Park Ave., noon to 4 p.m. Public welcome.

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.

Long Point State Park wild edible plants

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.

“Color the Library”

James Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. All ages, children under 9 require adult assistance. Create art to display around the library.

Mayville’s Saturday Evening Market

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

Gerry Rodeo and barbecue

4351 Route 60, Gerry Rodeo VFD Grounds. Kids’ rodeo for ages 3 to 8, registration at 3 p.m., event at 4 p.m. Western beef barbecue at 5 p.m. 8 p.m. rodeo featuring PRCA events, bareback bronc, saddle bronc, bull riding, tie down roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, breakaway roping, 20 vendor midway. Advance ticket purchase required for rodeo at www.gerryrodeo.org or call 716 985-4847. Stompin’ out breast cancer day – wear pink. Donations accepted for Roswell Park Breast Cancer Research Fund.

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.: wacky watercolors; ask naturalist; 6 p.m.: Creek Bend.

Cardinal Mindszenty High School reunion for all classes

Elks Lodge, 428 Central Ave., 6 p.m.Cash bar, no reservations needed. Short entertainment program to benefit Northern Chautauqua Catholic School.

Murder at the Luau at Liberty Vineyards

2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Murder Mystery Dinner with WNY Improv. Tickets are limited. Visit libertywinery.com for menu and details

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Juice Box Organic One Act Play Festival – Dramas

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Lake Shore Center for the Arts Juice Box Organic One Act Play Festival. For tickets, see lakeshorecenterforthearts.com

“Groundhog Day the Musical”

Lucille Ball Little Theatre, 18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Cinema Series: “Cat Video Fest”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Compilation reel of latest, best cat videos. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students. Proceeds benefit Lakeshore Humane Society.

SUNDAY, AUG. 3

Bemus Point Summer Fest

Sales, dining, live music, fun.

Stephen’s Run 6K

Long Point State Park, 4459 Route 430, Bemus Point, 9 a.m. Cross country race in memory of Stephen Pangborn, 16 year-old runner who succumbed to cancer. Proceeds benefit the Stephen Pangborn memorial scholarship fund. $32.80 $7 charge to enter park.

Mass for Living, Deceased Cardinal Mindszenty Monarch Nation

Holy Trinity Worship Site, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m.

America’s Grape Country Craft Beverage Festival

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 12 to 5 p.m. New York wineries, New York distilleries, cideries, other craft beverage producers. Food trucks, food vendors, local craft vendors, artisans, free food demos, wine demos. Chain saw carving demos. Music by Black Widow. For details and tickets, see agcfestival.com.

Sherman Days

Car Cruise noon to 4 p.m., vendors, live music with Michael Aarons 1 to 4 p.m.

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/august-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.

East Otto Historical Museum open house

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

Sippin’ Sundays featuring Jess Bennett Duo

21 Brix Winery, 6654 W. Main Road, Portland., 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. Enjoy favorite glass of wine, relax on porch.