THURSDAY. DEC. 4

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.

Grape Discovery Center special women’s shopping event

8305 W. Main Road (Route 20), Westfield, 4 to 7 p.m. Discount, treats, wine-tasting, music, prizes.

Fredonia Workshop to Learn About Civil Service Careers and NY Helps

Darwin R. Barker Library, 7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Register for free at AllEvents Fredonia.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: “Faces of Ukraine” art show reception

7 Day St., Fredonia, 5 to 7 p.m. Photography of Patrick Stokes.

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.

CHQ Professionals Group, DF Rotary presents: Jingle at the Rocks

64 on the Rocks, 4 Canadaway St., Fredonia, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Music, appetizers, ugly sweater contest, Toys for Tots drive, 50/50, basket raffles. $10 entry with toy donation, $20 entry without toy donation. For details, tickets, call 716 363-3770

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 p.m. Books may be reserved in the library, online or via phone.

Patterson Library presents: Author Talk with Linda Lavid

40 S. Portage St., Westfield 5:30 p.m. For details, call 716 326-2154.

SUNY Fredonia Hanging of the Greens

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center Multipurpose Room, 6 to 8 p.m. Crafts for college students, community children. Children under 17 must remain with their parent/guardian at all times, no drop-offs. Stuff-a-bear available for $5 cash, one per person/child. Refreshments, tree-lighting. All welcome.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Life Story Writing

15 Main St., 6 to 7 p.m. Hybrid group. Explore life themes together, create a written life story for personal reflection or to share with friends, family members. Register at 716 962-5885 to receive online link.

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.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute – Return to Wild America by Scott Weidensaul – book discussion

Zoom presentation 6 to 7:30 p.m. Register at 716 665-2473.

Colors of Courage live fundraiser

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 6 to 9 p.m. Nationally-renowned artist Michael Israel will paint larger-than-life-size canvasses on stage to high energy music. Proceeds benefit local cancer initiatives. Silent auction during cocktail hour. Tickets: 716 640-4055.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. Ages 5 to 12, limit 10 children. Build challenge of day, pick challenge card or free build. Pre-register. Call 716 934-3468.

Danza! Performing Arts Academy presents: “Santa Stop Here”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Tickets $15, sold at the Opera House.

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.

“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. London’s longest-running comedy. General seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; students/children $5 advance, $10 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/.

Guest Artist: Elias Goldstein, viola; Angie Dragisescu, piano

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

FRIDAY, DEC. 5

Chautauqua Volunteer Fire Dept.’s Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Bazaar

Chautauqua Institute, Firehall, GPS 2 Royal Way (at Massey, parallels Route 394), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Holiday, gift items, basket raffles, baked goods, crafts.

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. This week’s topic: Managing fighting, aggression; hassle-free shopping.

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday: “Fleeting Moments – A Collection of Wildlife Photographs” (adult+)

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.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute – Niall Benvie: Meet Your Neighbors exhibition program

Zoom presentation 12 p.m. Free, register at 716 665-2473.

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.

Fredonia Presbyterian Church Nativity Display and Alternative Christmas Market

219 Central Ave., 3:30 to 6 p.m. Over 300 Nativity scenes (creches) displayed, hot cocoa, background music. Free event, children welcome. Shop at the Alternative Christmas Market in the Fellowship Hall for handcrafted, fair trade goods, support life-giving organizations

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.

Christmas in Gowanda

Event begins at Chang Hu Park at 5 p.m. Horse-drawn carriage rides, live music, refreshments, Santa, petting zoo, gingerbread making, candle making, Gowanda’s Community Theater presents: “The Little Town of Christmas” at the Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., 5 p.m. Tickets $5 – under 3, free. Annual tree lighting 7 p.m.

Warren Christmas parade, holiday walk

Presented by Explore downtown Warren, PA, 5 to 8 p.m.

Cassadaga Community meeting about Main Street Master Plan

Cassadaga Branch Library, 18 Maple Ave., 5:30 p.m.

Family Holiday Lights Scavenger Hunt

Begins at Fredonia Elementary bus loop, ends at Fredonia Elementary cafeteria, 6 to 8 p.m. Presented by Fredonia Elementary and Wheelock PTO. After the hunt, special guests, treats, festive activities for the whole family.

Senior Art Show reception “Entirely Human”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marion Art Gallery, 6 to 9 p.m. Exhibition runs through Dec. 11

Dancing with Victoria presents: “The Reindeer Who Saved Christmas”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. $19 to $25.50.

SLT Academy presents:”Christmas is Here”

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, PA., follows the Warren Christmas Walk, doors open at 7 p.m., caroling at 7:30 p.m., then performance of classic, contemporary Christmas songs by SLT students. Adults $10, students/seniors 62+ $8.

Danza! Performing Arts Academy presents: “Santa Stop Here”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Tickets $15, sold at the Opera House.

Silver Creek High School presents: “Game of Tiaras”

High School auditorium, 1 Dickinson St., 7 p.m. Rated PG-13. General admision $10, students/senior citizens $5.

Holiday Kaleidoscope Night

Infinity Arts Cafe, 301 E. Second St., Suite 101, Jamestown, 7 p.m. Mix of music, art, dance, theater performances. Free event, public welcome, free will donations appreciated.

“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. London’s longest-running comedy. General seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; students/children $5 advance, $10 door.

SATURDAY, DEC. 6

Breakfast with Santa at the Clarion Hotel

30 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 8 to 11 a.m. Call for pricing/RSVP by 12/04 at 716 366-8350. Pancakes/sausages/refreshments/Santa visits/Kids’ gift

Al Tech, Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees breakfast meeting

Central Station, 332 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. Note change in venue. All retirees invited.

Fredonia Presbyterian Church Nativity Display and Alternative Christmas Market

219 Central Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. Over 300 Nativity scenes (creches) displayed, refreshments, live music. Free event, children welcome. Shop at the Alternative Christmas Market in the Fellowship Hall for handcrafted, fair trade goods, support life-giving organizations.

Chautauqua Volunteer Fire Dept.’s Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Bazaar

Chautauqua Institute, Firehall, GPS 2 Royal Way (at Massey, parallels Route 394), 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday, gift items, basket raffles, baked goods, crafts.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Boat America Boating Safety Class

Via Zoom, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $35 after participants complete course, exam. To apply, send email to USCGAUX9ER34@gmail,com. Include legal name, email address, mailing address, date of birth, cell phone. Each participant needs working computer with camera, email address, must pass exam, complete payment before boating certificate will be sent to home. For details call 716 875-4095.

Lakeshore Flea Market

VFW Memorial Post, 2556 Route 20, Sheridan, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. New and vintage items. Saturday breakfast of coffee, breakfast sandwiches on homemade biscuits or lunch of homemade soup of the week, pizza and wings can be purchased. 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.

Fredonia’s Miracle on Main Street

10 a.m. Barker Common vendors. Domus Fare, 41 W. Main St.,: pancake breakfast with Santa all day. Fredonia First Methodist Church, 25 Church St.,: beginning at 10 a.m. craft vendor show, basket raffle, youth group ornament sale; 11 a.m. cookie decorating, photo booth; 2 p.m. visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus. Literacy Volunteers/Next Chapter Book Store, 12 Park Place:, 10 a.m. kids’ craft workshop; 12 p.m. story time with Mrs. Claus. The White Inn, 52 E. Main St., 11 a.m.: gingerbread house making ($18, $23, $28). DeJohn’s Italian Spaghetti House, 26 W. Main St. 11:30 a.m.: spaghetti lunch with Santa. Barker Library, 7 Church St., 12:30 p.m.: storytime with Santa; crafts, tree decorating. Fredonia Opera House 4:30 p.m.: free showing of “The Polar Express.” Gazebo, 6 p.m.: tree lighting with Santa, Mrs. Claus, Fredonia Central School Carolers.

Lily Dale Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary holiday market

17 E. St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors, baked goods, 50/50 raffle, walking tacos.

A Merry Little Christmas Market

Tuscany Market and Deli, 450 E. Main St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mini small business market, Tuscany food specials, fresh-cut Christmas trees, fresh wreaths, samples, sales, sweet treats, hot cocoa, holiday shopping, toy drive for Boys & Girls Club of Chautauqua County, more.

Fill the Van Holiday Food Drive

South Dayton Super Duper, 303 Pine St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join Cherry Creek Country Church, South Dayton Free Methodist Church to help stock local food pantries for those in need. Bring non-perishable food items. Bring kids to see Santa, enjoy chili or hot cocoa.

Wreath making class at Hideaway Bay Resort

Drift Restaurant at Hideaway Bay Resort, 42 Lake Ave., Silver Creek, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Craft your own holiday wreath using fresh evergreens, seasonal accents, cheerful decorations. Ages 14+. 20 spots. Call 716 401-5839.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Build a Gingerbread House 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. All ages. Use graham crackers, frosting, sweet treats. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Third annual Holiday Happening

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ornament making, seasonal crafts, cookies, cocoa, with a special guest.

Deborah Ferrer Design Studio Holiday pop-up Gift Shop

423 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Opportunity to visit studio, enjoy curated selection of gifts. For details, call 716 217- 0858.

North East Sugar Plum Saturday

North East merchants, Gibson Park, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Winter market with local craft, artisan vendors at Park United Methodist Church, First Baptist Church., live reindeer, horse & carriage rides, (pick up at Haynes House) Victorian carolers, gingerbread house photo booth, elf workshop, letters to Santa, cookie decorating kits, watercolor resist snowflakes, caricatures by Bryan Toy, facepainting by Rachel Baum. Pizza, cookies, crafts, photos with Santa 5:30 to 7:30 at St. Gregory’s Parish School, 136 W. Main St.

Christmas in Randolph

Downtown Randolph

Christmas in Gowanda

Food, holiday activities, parade at 6 p.m. Gowanda Extravaganza at Moose Club 1382 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids’ Christmas crafts, cookies, cocoa, visits with Santa at 12:30 p.m., goody bag from Santa, guessing games, coloring contest. Also in the village police, fire truck rides, train rides, petting zoo, refreshments, light parade at 6 p.m., fireworks at 7 p.m. Ugly sweater contest at GoWanda Brewing at the Wicked at 8 p.m.

Christmas through Village of Findley Lake

Wagon rides, visits with Santa, Mrs. Claus, specials in shops.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Holidays at the Lodge

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 admission. Family welcome for bird ornament decorating, hot chocolate, visit from Santa, area choral groups. Access to exhibits.

Christmas on Central Holiday Extravaganza

Downtown Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Merchant/vendor holiday shopping, (over 75 craft, gift food vendors) food trucks, live music at City Hall: 11 a.m. “Footsteps,” 1 p.m. “Slim and Red,” 3 p..m. DJ Joe Gould. Free horse-drawn wagon rides at City Hall 12 to 5 p.m., Santa Claus/Mrs. Claus/Rudolph visits at City Hall 1 to 5 p.m., holiday ice sculpture caring demos in Stearns Court 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., free hot cocoa and food available for purchase at Central Station Restaurant , children’s activities (cookie frost, craft making at Stearns building 12 to 4 p.m. Dance party with Rudolph at City Hall 5 to 5:20 p.m., holiday dance performances at City Hall – McKenna Academy of Dance 5:20 to 5:30 p.m.; Danza! Performing Arts Academy 5:30 to 5:40. Annual tree lighting at City Hall 5:40 p.m.. Dunkirk Holiday Parade at 5:45 p.m. on Central Avenue from Third to Fifth Street.

2025 Empty Bowls – Jamestown

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 410 N. Main St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over 1000 ceramic bowls, small plates available for purchase. Proceeds benefit food pantries in Chautauqua County. For details, call Ron at Mudslingers, 716 672-6833.

NSAA’s annual Holiday Art Show

21 Brix Winery, 6654 W. Main Road, Portland, 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Local NSAA member artists will display works of photography, ceramics, fiber arts, watercolors, oil, acrylic paintings, mixed media, jewelry, woodworking, more. 21 Brix tasting room open.

Marvin House Holiday Joy luncheon with music by Harmony Production Company

2 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, seatings at 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m. Doors open half hour before each seating. Stuffed pork loin dinner, trimmings. $35, reservations at 716 482-6086.

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.

Christmas at the Station

Lake Shore Railway Museum, 31 Wall St., North East, PA., 12 to 4 p.m. Gift shop, craft vendors, speeder car rides, model trains, raffle items, more. Lunch served in the dining car 12 to 2:30 p.m. Call 814 725-1911.

“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 2 p.m. London’s longest-running comedy. General seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; students/children $5 advance, $10 door. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.

Gowanda’s Community Theater presents: “The Little Town of Christmas”

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., 2 p.m. Tickets $5 – under 3, free.

“Light Up Cassadaga”

4 p.m. Gathering in Ames Common. 4 p.m.: Santa, hot chocolate, crafts, cookies, Living Nativity. 5 p.m. Light up the park, holiday caroling. 5:30 p.m. talent showcase.

Jamestown “The Magic of Holiday Movies” parade

City Hall, 200 E. Third St., 6 p.m. Fireworks after Santa’s arrival.

Union Relief Association of Westfield annual Charity Ball

Eason Hall, 23 Elm St., Westfield, 7 p.m. cocktail hour, ball begins at 8 p.m. Tickets $30 per person. Purchase at Blue June Blooms. Formal attire.

Silver Creek High School presents: “Game of Tiaras”

High School auditorium, 1 Dickinson St., 7 p.m. Rated PG-13. General admision $10, students/senior citizens $5.

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series – Come Home for the Holidays Warner Theatre, 811 State St., 7:30 p.m. Erie $30, $45, $56, $68. Festive music, special guests, visit from Santa.

Randolph “Light up the Night” Christmas parade

Downtown Randolph, 7:30 p.m.

Fredonia Holiday Choral Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m.