THURSDAY, NOV. 13

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.

Patterson Library presents: Book talk book club

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 4 p.m.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Poetry class and workshop

15 Main St., 4 p.m. Presenter: author/educator John Brantingham. Free event.

Patterson Library presents: SUNY Fredonia music students

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

Barmore’s Brix 4 Kix fundraiser

SUNY Fredonia, Dods Hall gymnasium, 5:30 p.m. Fredonia State women’s team vs. Hilbert, followed by Fredonia State men’s team vs. Hilbert. Spectators encouraged to bring new, gently-used shoes as well as financial donations to help provide sturdy footwear for children.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Poetry reading with poets T. Anders Carson, Kendall Johnson

15 Main St., 6 p.m. Presenter: author/educator John Brantingham. Open to community.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: A Conversation with Seneca Women Agnes Williams, Maria Maybee

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Agnes works with the Indigenous Women’s Initiatives/Network; Maria is a founding member of the Cattaraugus Creek Water Walkers. 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.

Art Cloth & Craft presents: “A Winter’s Canvas” – Art show and fashion experience

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Third floor, Media Arts room, 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. $45 per person. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live fashion show, art display, artist work in progress, boutique open. All proceeds from ticket sales, cash bar benefit Reg Lenna Center for the Arts.

Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary meeting

Henry Mosher Unit 638, 132 W. Main St., Falconer. Dessert at 6:30, meeting at 7 p.m. Distinguished guests American Legion Eighth District President Sue Williams; vice president Suzanne Wesley.

Ripley Library presents: Centaur Stride program

64 W. Main St., Ripley, 6:30 p.m. Presenter: Centaur Stride co-founder, retired physical therapist Claudia Monroe.

Jamestown City Revival presents: Veterans, Military, and First Responders Appreciation Service

Family Church Jamestown, 3130 Garfield Road, Jamestown, service begins at 6:30 p.m.. All veterans, active military members, first responders in attendance will be recognized on stage and receive a $50 gas card. Food reception follows at 7:45 p.m. Free, open to public.Fo details, see jamestowncityrevival.org/events

Northern Chautauqua Amateur Radio Club meeting

Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk, video conference room, second floor, handicapped accessible, 7 p.m. Anyone interested in radio is welcome to attend the meetings held the second Thursday of the month. For details, email n2cod@yahoo.com

Hillman Opera presents: “The Consul” by Gian Carlo Menotti

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Haunting world in which a family’s desperate attempt to flee totalitarian rule is met with indifferent bureaucracy. Reserved seating. General public $25, students/children $10 advance, $15 door.

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. 14

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: Hassle-free shopping.

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: Managing fighting, aggression.

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: Coping with teenagers’ emotions.

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. 14, 15, 16. Order online at lakeeriewinecountry.org. Pick up ticket at host winery of choice.

Cassadaga Valley Central School Holiday Market, Spaghetti Dinner

5935 Route 60, Cassadaga, 5 to 6:30 p.m. middle school – high school small gym, vendors, music, family fun. Spaghetti dinner benefits CVCS class of 2026, Under 2 free, 3 to 10 or CV student $5, adults $10.

United Way of Chautauqua County Curling Night

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 8 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Happy hour, curling instructions for beginners 6 p.m., matches begin at 6:30 p.m. Deadline to register Nov. 10. $25 individual or $125 for team up to six. Basket raffle. For details, email ndean@unitedwaychq.

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.

Donna the Buffalo at the Spire Theater

317 E. Third St., Jamestown. 7 p.m: Driftwood, 8:45 p.m.: Jeff Erickson, 9:30 p.m. Headliner Donna the Buffalo 2 hour set. Pre-sale tickets through Nov. 12 $40, after $45.

Roots Rising Concert Series: Sam Grisman Project

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, PA., doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Acoustic, bluegrass, Americana. Tickets” $20.

Westfield Academy & Central School presents: “Nickleboy!”

203 E. Main St. Dinner reservations by Nov. 7. Show only starts at 7:30 p.m. Book by Charles Dickens, original music, lyrics by Kent Knappenberger. Features Westfield High School Westwinds, Westfield Middle/High School Drama Club. Adult show ticket $8, senior citizen/student/veteran show ticket $6. Call 716 326-2151 ext. 153.

Hillman Opera presents: “The Consul” by Gian Carlo Menotti

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Haunting world in which a family’s desperate attempt to flee totalitarian rule is met with indifferent bureaucracy. Reserved seating. General public $25, students/children $10 advance, $15 door.

SATURDAY, NOV. 15

Gowanda Moose 1382 Holiday Craft Fair

201 Aldrich St., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Candles, soaps, homemade crafts, jewelry, aromatherapy, gifts, Mary Kay, Tupperware, clothing, more. 50/50, basket raffle, food available.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Frewsburg Fall Into the Holidays Craft, Vendor show

26 Institute St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

LMNOP Gallery reception/opening

108 W. Main St., Sherman, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Features artists Nancy Ensign Nixon, Cynthia Norton, Shirley Dort, Tom Rupczyk, Ken Labuskes, Peter Hamilton, Katherine Stuart. Cynthia Norton fashion show at 2 p.m.

Fred Basket (Fredonia Food Pantry)

Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon. Serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, ZIP code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags given out depends on family size. Other open hours are Wednesdays 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., with the exception of Nov. 25 instead of Nov. 26 this month. Guests can only receive 1 helping a month.

Fenton Holiday Craft Fair

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local artisans, gift shop, bake sale. $3 admission supports Fenton’s local history mission. For details, call 716 664-6256.

Genealogy Workshop

Hall House Research Center, 73 Forest Ave., Jamestown, 10:30 to 11:30. Registrants can remain until 12:30 to utilize research library. Registration $20 per class or $100 for all six classes for non-members; and $10 per class or $50 for all six classes for Fenton History Center members. For details, registration, call 716-664-6256. Presented by Fenton History Center and Genealogy Support Group. Andrew Kolstee presents “Italian Research.”

Lakeshore Humane Society Wednesday open adoption hours

The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from 12 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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Cornhusk Dolls with Bernadette Scott, Marcie Kane

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 p.m. Bernadette has been demonstrating the art of making traditional Seneca (no-face) cornhusk dolls. She also teaches crafts, flowers,braided moccasins, baskets. Marcie is also a member of the Buffalo Creek Dancers. Registration appreciated. Call 716 934-3468. Free, public welcome.

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. 14, 15, 16. Order online at lakeeriewinecountry.org. Pick up ticket at host winery of choice.

Prendergast Library presents: “Mystery at the Victorian Inn”

509 Cherry St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. Library fundraiser. Interact with cast of characters, as they try to solve the mystery of the hotel owners’ demise. $20. Light hors d’oeuvres, 2 complimentary drink tickets. Order tickets online at www.prendergastlibrary.org/hauntedlibrary. Costumes encouraged. Another performance at 7 p.m.

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.

Sing a Long – a Bohemian Rhapsody

Reg Lenna, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Lyrics on screen for Rami Malek’s movie so audience can sing along. Live host to teach dance moves. Prop bag included with admission price.. Tickets $22 adults, $12 ages 12, under.

East Dunkirk Turkey Party

East Dunkirk Firehall, 10949 S. Roberts Road, 7 p.m. Free refreshments.

Hillman Opera presents: “The Consul” by Gian Carlo Menotti

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Haunting world in which a family’s desperate attempt to flee totalitarian rule is met with indifferent bureaucracy. Reserved seating. General public $25, students/children $10 advance, $15 door.

Westfield Academy & Central School presents: “Nickleboy!”

203 E. Main St. Dinner reservations by Nov. 7. Show only starts at 7:30 p.m. Book by Charles Dickens, original music, lyrics by Kent Knappenberger. Features Westfield High School Westwinds, Westfield Middle/High School Drama Club. Adult show ticket $8, senior citizen/student/veteran show ticket $6. Call 716 326-2151 ext. 153.

Erie Philharmonic Symphonic Series – Mahler’s Sixth

Warren Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 7:30 p.m. $27, $41, $52, $63.

Roots Rising Concert Series: Donna Huber, Elton Lammie tribute to Shania Twain, Garth Brooks

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, PA., bar opens at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets” $35.

Cinema Series: “Roofman”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Based on a true story of a man who robs 45 McDonalds, escapes prison, lives in a Toys “r” Us for 6 months, falls in love. Stars Channum Tatum, Kirsten Dunst. Adults $7, members/senior $6.50, students $5.