Coming up …
FRIDAY, JAN. 9
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The President and the Justice: Harry S. Truman, Robert Jackson, and the Pursuit of Justice at Nuremberg
Virtual event, presented by Dr. Sam Rushay Q & A, 12 to 1 p.m. For registration information, see the website roberthjackson.org or call 716 483-6646.
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: 25 Years of Asking Questions – Do We Still Believe in Free Speech?
305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Features Aaron Saykin. For registration information, see the website roberthjackson.org or call 716 483-6646.
Movies at the Reg: “One Battle After Another”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. A washed-up revolutionary (Leonardo DiCaprio) whose daughter goes missing battles his old nemesis (Sean Penn). Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone
SATURDAY, JAN. 10
Sean Strong’s Tricky People Kids’ Safety Workshop
Valley Outdoors, 16 S. Main St., Route 60 Cassadaga, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ages 5+. $50 per child, limit 20 per class. Hands-on empowerment course covers warning signs of “tricky people,” how to use their voices, practical self-defense techniques to get away, get help. RSVP to 716 595-3337.
Chautauqua Striders Winter 5K race
Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, registration 9 a.m. Race 10 a.m. $20 per individual race, student discount available. Prizes for top 3 runners. Coffee, tea, water, snacks before, after race.
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.
Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Snow Scientist
1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 to 8 with adult. Adults $12, Nature Center members $9, children 3 to 8 $9. Indoors and outdoors. Paid reservations by previous Thursday. Call 716 569-2345.
Vets Finding Vets Fenton Canteen
Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Veterans of all ages encouraged to drop in for coffee and conversation. For details, call Barb Cessna 716 664-6256.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. Build challenge of day, pick challenge card or free build. Limited to 10 children. Call 716 934-3468 to register.
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.
Winter Festival at Bemus Point Golf Club & Tap House
72 Main St., Bemus Point, 12 to 6 p.m. Live music with Black Widow, Christmas tree bonfire, food, beer, cocktail specials, winter activities for all ages.
13th annual library lock-in
Hall House Research Center, 73 Forest Ave., 12 to 10 p.m. Fenton History Center’s skilled research staff, volunteers will help attendees discover family roots. Also food, prizes. $30 per person. Call 716 664-6256 for reservations. Registrations allocated for preservation, upkeep of research library.
Live at the Met: Bellini’s “I Puritani”
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Adults $20, Opera House members $18, students $10.
Aspire of WNY on Ice
Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 1 to 4 p.m. $25 general admission, $35 at door. Kids: $10 ages 5 to 10, under 5 free. Children must be present to receive wrist bands. 2 hours open skating from 2 to 4 (skate rental included, but limited skates available, first come, first served.) Also curling, ice bumper cars 2 to 4 p.m. Food, unlimited hot cocoa, coffee bar. Cash bar. See https://www.aspirewny.org/on-ice/
Sleigh and wagon rides at Chautauqua
Chautauqua Institution, 10 Roberts Road, 1 to 3 p.m. $5 adults, youth ages 13+, $3 children 2 to 12. Tickets available day-of only, no presale, reservations.
Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal
Erie Avenue, Park Street, Gowanda, 4 to 6 p.m, or until gone. Take out only. Menu: homemade soup. Free will donations are appreciated but not necessary. All welcome.
Great UUCNC Chili Cookoff
222 Temple St., Fredonia, 5 to 7 p.m. Open to public. Entry fee $10, includes admission. Categories: vegetarian chili, meat chili, non-traditional chili. Register at https://tinyurl.com/uucncentry. Event admission $20 adult, $5 child. Tickets at door or reserve at
https://tinyurl.com/uucnctix. Includes chili samples, crackers, drink, ballot. Baked goods available for purchase. Prizes, games, live music, basket raffle, costume photo booth.
Fredonia Ukulele
Domus Fare Restaurant, 41 W. Main St., Fredonia, 5 to 7 p.m. Play immediately at all ability levels. No experience necessary. Ukuleles provided or bring your own. Play, sing or listen. Come and go as desired.
Cinema Series: “Wicked – For Good”
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey in the sequel of the musical “Wicked.” Adults $7, seniors/Opera House members $6.50, students $5.
SUNDAY, JAN. 11
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua County service
222 Temple St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. This month’s theme: Practicing Resistance. Rev. Ron Skowronski will address “A More Perfect Union” during the service. Public welcome. Zoom link available. Website is uucnc.org
Sleigh and wagon rides at Chautauqua
Chautauqua Institution, 10 Roberts Road, 1 to 3 p.m. $5 adults, youth ages 13+, $3 children 2 to 12. Tickets available day-of only, no presale, reservations.
The Lord’s Vineyard Youth Ministry Kick Off Party
TLV Center Gym, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 5 to 8 p.m. Relay games, nacho bar, karaoke, inflatable bungee run, crafts, more. For all high-schoolers. Bring friends.
MONDAY. JAN. 12
Defensive Driving Course
Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court.9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Must attend on Jan. 12 AND Jan. 13. Call 716 366-7530.
TUESDAY, JAN. 13
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Living Voices ; “Hear My Voice”
305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. The story of a young woman in the early 1900’s and her fight for women’s suffrage. For registration information, see the website roberthjackson.org or call 716 483-6646. Another performance 1 to 2 p.m.
Defensive Driving Course
Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court.9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Must attend on Jan. 12 AND Jan. 13. Call 716 366-7530.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m.; for babies, toddlers, preschoolers with families.
Memory Cafe with Andrea Dimaio: chair yoga
Reg Lenna Media Arts Studio, 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, enter through Reg Lenna awning entrance, 12 to 1 p.m. Free respite, arts program for people with forgetfulness, changes in thinking, as well as caregivers. Donations suggested to Reg Lenna Memory Cafe. Can also observe. Light refreshments. Reserve at 716 484-7070 by previous Friday.
Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.
New York State Sheriff Association “Spot the Dot” program
Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. 1:30 p.m. Explains placing medical information where emergency personnel can find it. All welcome.
St. Joseph’s bingo
145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Make a winter snow globe
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. All ages. Simple version of a dry snow globe. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.
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.
Sons of the American Legion, Brocton Squad 434 meeting
Brocton American Legion, 110 W. Main St., 7 p.m.
Catholic Men’s Faith, Fellowship meeting
TLV Center, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, room 104, 7 p.m. Open to all Catholic men. For details, contact Ron Cinelli at mcinelli@gmail.com
Cinema Series: “Wicked – For Good”
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey in the sequel of the musical “Wicked.” Adults $7, seniors/Opera House members $6.50, students $5.




