TUESDAY, NOV. 4 Election Day

Sheridan Historical Society bake sale, open house

Corner of Route 20, Center St., Sheridan, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Explore displays. Proceeds from the bake sale go toward operating costs for the building.

Robert H. Jackson – A New Look: A Conversation with G. Edward White and Gerard Magliocca

Via Zoom, 12 p.m. Fresh perspectives on the life, legacy of Justice Robert H. Jackson. To register, see https://roberthjackson.org

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

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.

St. Joseph’s bingo

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

Anderson-Lee Library presents: “Creating a Common Memory – A Snapshot of Colonialism, Past and Present” with Hayden Haynes

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Hayden, director of the Seneca Nation Onohsagwe:de’Cultural Center, is an antler carver working deeply in cultural arts revitalization, teaching. Registration requested. Call 716 934-3468. Free, public welcome.

Gowanda Moose Lodge 1382 Election Day meat raffle

201 Aldrich St., first draw at 6:30 p.m. $10 presale draft Bud Light draft pop, sandwich, snacks included with ticket. Meat raffle 15 rounds, 5 spins each round, $2 per ticket. Also cash draw, basket raffle.

Patterson Library presents: Best sellers book club

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 6:30 p.m.

Children in the Stream Youth Fly Fishing Program

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes, supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment needed.

Valley Historical Society monthly meeting

Sinclairville Free Library, 15 Main St., 7 p.m. Donna Westerdahl Nichols will present a program about the history of the Gerry Rodeo, which was established in 1945. All are welcome. Refreshments.

Cinema Series: “The Senior”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Michael Chiklis stars in the true story of the ultimate comeback. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5.

Fredonia Woodwind Chamber Ensembles

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

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 5

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.

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.

Chautauqua County Planning Board meeting

Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office CARES Program Re-entry Hub, 1 S. Erie St., Mayville, 4 p.m. For details, call Courtney Domst at 716 363-3623.

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.

Thespian Society of Gowana High School presents: “High School Musical”

Gowanda High School auditorium, 10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Tickets $10 adults, $5 students/seniors. Buy online at https://cur8.com/projects/26069?action=donation.

Movies at the Reg: “Eleanor the Great”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. June Squibb stars as troublesome 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein, who tells a tale that takes on a dangerous life of its own. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone

The Lord’s Vineyard Catholic book club

TLV Center for Catholic Faith & Devotion, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. This month: “God on a Harley” by Joan Brady.

Fredonia African Drumming Ensemble

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

THURSDAY, NOV. 6

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Needle felting workshop with local artist Emma De La Laine

7 Church St., Fredonia, 4 to 6 p.m. Adults, children 10+ with an adult, $15 materials fee. Learn to make ugly Christmas sweater with wool roving, barbed needles. Bring own sweater or purchase one at the library for $12. Call to request specific sweater size. Technique can also be used to repair sweaters. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.

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.Books may be reserved in the library, online or via phone.

Anderson-Lee Library presents:”Education of the Heart” with Flip White

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Flip White, Seneca Nation, Wolf Clan, previous Tribal Councilor for Seneca Nation, former Education Director for Allegany Territory, military veteran, former director of career development of Career Development at Seneca Gaming, Salamanca City school board member, member of Agwadeyesta’Do:ge:h (We learn together) will discuss the humanistic/ethical side of our educational path. Registration appreciated. Call 716 934-3468. Free, public welcome.

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.

Patterson Library presents: “Sacred Selections” concert

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 6:30 p.m.

Chautauqua History Series: Barcelona Harbor 1800-1860

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Presenter: Former Chautauqua County Historian Michelle Henry. Free event, donations accepted.

Thespian Society of Gowana High School presents: “High School Musical”

Gowanda High School auditorium, 10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Tickets $10 adults, $5 students/seniors. Buy online at https://cur8.com/projects/26069?action=donation.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Open Mic session

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Attendees can share their poetry, prose or music selection. If wanting to perform, need to sign up on arrival.

Merrins Fall Chamber Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Dance majors perform choreography by Dance faculty, guest artists. Contemporary ballet, jazz, musical theatre style, commercial contemporary. General public $15, students/children $5.

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, NOV. 7

CHQ Professionals, Jamestown Young Professionals present: “Agile Leadership through Improv” workshop

Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Union Training Center, 110 Mall Blvd., Lakewood, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Facilitator: Jane Fischer, creative change facilitator with Creative Education Foundation.Open to professionals from across Chautauqua County.Cost: $15, includes lunch. Register at ChooseCHQ.com/CHQProfessionals.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Mental Health Association, 31 Water St., Suite 7, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. Walk-ins welcome, Zoom options available. To register, call 716 366-4623 ext. 110. This week’s topic: Dealing with Disobedience.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program for parents, caregivers of children ages 0 to 12

Virtual, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free event. To register, call 716 366-4623. This week’s topic: Dealing with disobedience.

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday: How does a watershed affect you with Bethany O’Hagan

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

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program for parents, caregivers of teens

Virtual, 1 to 3 p.m. Free event. To register, call 716 366-4623. This week’s topic: Getting teens to cooperate.

Lake Erie Wine Country Harvest Wine Weekend

9 participating wineries: Yori, Six Mile, Lakeview, Arrowhead, Liberty, 21 Brix, Johnson, Cellar ’54, Kingview. Three-Day Ticket (Friday, Saturday, Sunday): $45 pre-sale, online; Two-Day Ticket (Friday, Sunday): $35 pre-sale, online; Mocktail ticket $20 (for those not drinking alcohol). Food pairings. Event runs Nov. 7, 8, 9. Order online at lakeeriewinecountry.org. Pick up ticket at host winery of choice.

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.

Veterans Remembrance Ceremony

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center multipurpose room, 3:30 p.m. Free event remembers, honors, shows gratitude to the countless men and women who have served the U.S. through the many branches of the Armed Forces. Presentation of the annual SUNY Fredonia Veterans Scholarship, the Courage and Honor Scholarship and the Ronald L. and Marilyn Denison Scholarship. Open to community.

Lakeshore Flea Market

VFW Memorial Post, 2556 Route 20, Sheridan, 4 to 7 p.m. New and vintage items. Fish fry and full service bar available. Reservations recommended for fish fry. Dine in or take out. For details, booth rental, call 814 779-5553. Can purchase tickets for “Cash for Christmas” 50/50 to be drawn Dec. 6, with half for the winner, half for veterans.

Patterson Library Octagon Gallery opening: “The Men of NPPA”

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 7 p.m.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute exhibition opening – Polishing the Chain: The Art of Dennis Bowen

RTPI Lodge, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Reception free to members, indigenous people, regular admission price for others. Light snacks. Register at 716 665-2473.

SUNY Jamestown Community College presents: “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812”

Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $19, $23, $25.

Folk in Fredonia presents:Showman and Coole

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Fiddle, banjo, songs incorporate old-time, bluegrass, folk, also including original songs. General seating. Adults $22, Opera House members $20, students $10.

Merrins Fall Chamber Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Dance majors perform choreography by Dance faculty, guest artists. Contemporary ballet, jazz, musical theatre style, commercial contemporary. General public $15, students/children $5.

Fredonia Saxophone Ensemble, Quartets

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