Coming up …
TUESDAY, AUG. 5
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers Story Time
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Ages 0 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.
TCC Health community picnic
Salvation Army, 704 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free backpacks filled with school supplies for first 300 children attending (children must be accompanied by adult). Also family activities, music, food.
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.
St. Joseph’s bingo
145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Library Outbound with Engaged Community Youth
Ryckman Park, Fay and Green Streets, Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for kids, teens, families – crafts, activities, music, snacks.
Silver Creek music in the park presents: “Furious George”
Village Ball Park, 6 to 9 p.m. Bring own chairs, coolers. Food trucks, vendors on site. Classic cars welcome.
Dunkirk’s National Night Out
Washington Park, 501 Park Ave., 6:30 p.m. Free event For all ages, hosted by Dunkirk Police Department. Dunkirk Police, Fire Departments with vehicles, McGruff the Crime Dog, items for children, bouncehouses, music by Two Towns, refreshments, free car seat inspections. Parents should not send children to the park alone. Movie in the park “Inside Out 2” at dusk.
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.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 6
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.
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.
Darwin R. Barker Library Mahjongg (American)
7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. Open play sessions.
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.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Magic Show! with Cris Johnson
St. John’s United Church., 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 3 to 3:45 p.m. Park in Eagle Street parking lot..
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 6+, teens, families.
Patterson Library presents: concert with pianist Collin Parker-Szekely
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5:30 p.m.
Southern Tier Triathlon Club Triathlon
Cassadaga Beach, 5:45 p.m. Wilson Endurance Sports. Register at 716 353-1288.
National Night Out in Cassadaga
Johnny Fessenden Ball fields, 6 to 8 p.m. First responders from Fire Departments, Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Department, NYS Police will answer questions, demonstrate equipment. Bounce house, ice cream truck for children. Sponsored by Citizens for a Better Cassadaga
Music at the Point Concert Series – “The Freeze”
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.
Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 summer get-together
228 Maple Ave. 6 p.m. Bring a dish to pass. Informal meeting follows.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library Write Focus Writers’ Group
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. New members welcome.
Jamestown Municipal Band concert
Goranson Band Shell in Allen Park, W. Virginia Boulevard, Jamestown, 7 p.m. “Seasons of Sound.” Free event, refreshments available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs.
The Lord’s Vineyard PILLAR 2.0 meeting
Holy Trinity site, 1082 Central Ave., Dunkirk, following 7 p.m. Mass. Be part of newly-formed committees.
Erie Philharmonic free concert
Gibson Park, North East, PA, 7 p.m.
Movies at the Reg: “Everything’s Going to Be Great”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Allison Janney, Bryan Cranston star in the story of theater manager parents, two sons compelled to move in with Janney’s estranged brother-in-law..Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.
THURSDAY, AUG. 7
National Walleye Tour preliminary event
Dunkirk Pier, 7 a.m. take offs, 3:15 p.m. weigh in shows both days.
CHQ Professionals Group coffee meet-up
Full Strength Coffee Company 55 E. Main St., Westfield, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Free, open to all. Opportunity to network, exchange ideas, strengthen community ties.
Wall of Death, Vintage Motorcycle Thrill Show
Harley-Davidson of Jamestown, 1951 E. Main St., Falconer, 20 minute performances 6 times throughout the day. Music, bikes, high-octane energy. Free event.
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.
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.
TCC Health community picnic
The Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free backpacks filled with school supplies for first 300 children attending (children must be accompanied by adult). Also family activities, music, food.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: End of summer party
536 Central Ave., 2 to 3 p.m. Refreshments with reading prizes..
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.
Lucille Ball Comedy Center Festival
Various Jamestown venues, times, prices. Programs include Yes, and: the History of Improv; Archives Encounter: Pat Paulsen for President; 110 Years of Lenny Bruce; Live from New York: It’s a Talk; Tropicana Dinner: and the Winner is … Desilu Studios; Desilu’s 75th Anniversary Ball; Comedy Late Night.
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.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: “Up Your Coloring Skills – Learn to Draw Patterns, Add Textures to Coloring Projects
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 to 3 p.m. All ages. Drop in. No registration required.
Forestville Farmers’ Market
Main St., Forestville, 1 to 5 p.m. Fruits, vegetables, locally-raised free-range poultry, meats, baked goods, flowers, locally crafted Artisan creations, SNAP/EBT accepted.
Gowanda Farmers’ Market
Behind stores on Main Street, 2 to 6 p.m.
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. Friendship bracelets.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Play, create, inspire, imagine. For ages 6+, families.
Long Point State Park squirrels
4459 Route 430, Bemus Point. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee may apply. Dress for weather. Meet at the white garage along Point Trail.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book Club
536 Central Ave., 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Contact the library at 716 366-2511 to reserve the book of the month.
Music on the Pier Summer Concert – Country Night
6 p.m. opener: “Kody & Herren.” 7:15 p.m. headliner: “Fuzzy & The Rustbelts.” Concession vendors, Boardwalk, pier merchants open. Bring folding chair.
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 in Ryckman Park: “Pat Cook’s The Women of Country”
Fay and Green streets, 6:30 p.m. Presented by Ahira Hall Memorial Library.
Live on the Lake in Lakewood
Hartley Park, Terrace and Chautauqua Avenues, 7 p.m. Bring seating.
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/.