Coming up …
TUESDAY, APRIL 7
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Baby Animals of Sun-Dance-Kids-Farm
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 1 p.m. All ages. Register at 716 934-3468.
St. Joseph’s bingo
145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.
Grief support group
Harvest Chapel Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia, 6 to 8 p.m. Video based support group ministry. Runs Tuesdays through May 26. For details, call 716 679-0987.
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.
Toast: The Ultimate Bread Experience
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tribute band. $45 to $73.50.
Fredonia Free Improv
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8
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.
Game of Real Life Teen Resource Fair
G.A. Family Services Gymnasium, 210 Gustavus Ave., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Youth should enter through the gymnasium doors at rear parking lot. Free event for ages 14 to 21 to explore resources for transitioning to adulthood. Resources for job training, employment, continuing ed, housing, independent living, financial literacy, transportation, healthcare, support services. Raffle tickets, door prize drawing.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
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.
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.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Bibliomaniacs Book Club
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. This month: “The Secret Garden,” by Frances Hodgson.
New Works Series: FREDSong
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $10 general public, $5 students.
Fredonia Tuba/Euphonium and Clarinet Ensembles
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 9
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.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Family Storytime
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For families of all ages. Registration required. 716 934-3468.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Drop in LEGO Club
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 1 to 3 p.m. For all ages. Registration not required..
Refugee. Human rights presentation
SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, SD94 rooms D,E, 5 p.m. Fredonia alumna Dr. Amanda (Ambrose) Dimmer will address “Refugees and Human Rights: Historical Insights into Contemporary Issues.” Free lecture, public welcome. Light refreshments.
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.
Patterson Library presents: Concert Series SUNY Fredonia music students
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5:30 p.m.
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.
Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary meeting with SAL members
William Travis Unit 493, 3 E. Marvin St., Mayville, dinner at 6:30 p.m., meeting follows. All Legion family members welcome.
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
Jamestown Street Railway Trolley Car #93 marks 100th birthday
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Project volunteer Bob Johnston will discuss the trolley car’s status, celebration plans. Free admission, donations accepted.
Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association meeting
Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Free event, all welcome, no beekeeping experience required.
Merrins BFA Dance Projects
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $15, student/child $5. Dance majors present work featuring variety of styles.
Main Street Studios presents: “The Play That Goes Wrong”
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Night of mischief, murder, mishaps. Adults $20, students/senior $15. mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz
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/.
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/.
Fredonia String Chamber Ensembles
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
FRIDAY, APRIL 10
Patterson Library presents: “Zootopia 2”
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 10:30 a.m.
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The Ethics and Philosophy of Prosecution : Judgment vs. Revenge
Virtual event, speakers John Q. Barrett, David M. Crane, 12 to 1 p.m. For registration information, see the website roberthjackson.org or call 716 483-6646.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 5 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
Movies at the Reg: “Wuthering Heights”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Stars Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi as Catherine and Heathcliff in . the story of the intense, destructive relationship set in the Yorkshire moors. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.
Jazz Fest 2026 Featuring Jazz Crossing
Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Presented by SUNY JCC. Also features Chautauqua County Student All-Stars.
Struthers Library Theatre presents: “The Spongebob Movie: Search for Squarepants
302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. Adults $8, students/seniors 62+ $6.
Grange No. 1 Community Barn Dance
58 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 to 10 p.m. Doors open at 7. Adults $7, students $5, children 12, under free. Easy, fun for all ages.
Merrins BFA Dance Projects
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $15, student/child $5. Dance majors present work featuring variety of styles.
Main Street Studios presents: “The Play That Goes Wrong”
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Night of mischief, murder, mishaps. Adults $20, students/senior $15. mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia presents: American Composer Concert
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Diers Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
SATURDAY, APRIL 11
St. Hyacinth Church spring clean-up
296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. Bring work gloves, rakes, shovels.
CLPOA “Wetlands” public meeting
Lawson Center, 73 Lakeside Drive, Bemus Point, 9 a.m.
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.
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.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Little Explorers – Beavers, Muskrats, more
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 preferred.
Audubon Community Nature Center spring yard sale
1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Payment by donation.
Westfield Quilt Guild presentation
First Presbyterian Church, 49 S. Portage St., 11 a.m. Speaker: Jack Edson, award-winner national exhibitor. Intricate quilts based on art history. $5 charge for non-members.
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.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Author talk with Deborah K. Frontiera
7 Day St., Fredonia, 12 p.m. Michigan-based author will discuss her book “Douglass Houghton: Michigan’s Pioneer Geologist, Doctor, and Teacher.
Arts in the Afternoon: “Water Lilies by Monet: The Magic of Water and Light”
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Adults $15, students $10.
Main Street Studios presents: “The Play That Goes Wrong”
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Night of mischief, murder, mishaps. Adults $20, students/senior $15. mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.
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: pulled pork sandwich, vegetable, cookie. Free will donations are appreciated but not necessary. All welcome.
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel annual Cash Club party
165 Central Ave., Silver Creek, doors open 7 p.m. Gift card raffles, theme basket raffles, large gift raffles. 50/25/25 cash raffle, pull tabs.Tickets $25, includes admission, light refreshments, big cash drawings.
Merrins BFA Dance Projects
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $15, student/child $5. Dance majors present work featuring variety of styles.
Cinema Series: EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
1891 Opera House, 9 Church St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5. Elvis sings, tells his story in long-lost footage.
Fredonia Percussion Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
SUNDAY, APRIL 12
Audubon Community Nature Center spring yard sale
1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 1 to 4 p.m. No entry fee. Payment by donation.
Healing Horses Walk-A-Thon
8488 Jones Road, Sherman, registration 1:30 p.m., walk 2 to 3 p.m. Walkers gather pledges, walk laps in support of Centaur Stride’s therapy horses’ care. Register as individuals or team at https://www.centaurstride.org
MONDAY, APRIL 13
United Senior Citizens meeting
Falcon Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 12 p.m. Membership dues $5 per year. Menu: beef on weck, baked chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy on side, tossed salad, green beans, surprise dessert. For lunch reservations, send $16 check made out to United Senior Citizens to Evonne Hennebery, PO Box 706, Dunkirk, NY 14048 the previous Thursday..
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
John T. Murray Post 1017 Auxiliary goulash dinner
111-113 Deer St., Dunkirk, 5 to 7 p.m. Goulash, bread, dessert for donation of $15. Contact Pat Raab at 716 341-1328 for tickets.
Flamenco Vivo in Tablao: An Intimate Flamenco Experience
Reg Lenna Media Arts Studio, 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Adults $27.50. Following performance, brief teach-back, social hour, live music, cash bar.
Blessed Mary Angela Rosary Society meeting
TLV Center for Catholic Faith and Devotion, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m.
Chautauqua’s Got Talent show night #2
Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Be part of the voting audience. $14 presale, $18 at door. Tickets: inspirejamestown.com. $55 pass for all 5 nights. Cash prizes, more for eligible contestants.
Fredonia Percussion Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
TUESDAY, APRIL 14
Dunkirk and Fredonia Fire Department Retirees breakfast
Central Station Restaurant, 332 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m.
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Living Voices ; “Within the Silence”
305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. Learn the impact of teenager Emiko’s experience of Japanese American imprisonment during WWII as racism and xenophobia changed the American teenager’s life after Pearl Harbor. For registration information, see the website roberthjackson.org or call 716 483-6646. Another performance 1 to 2 p.m.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
Memory Cafe: Guided Bird Painting with Joe Grice
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 or email rsvp@reglenna,com
Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.
Child Abuse Prevention Awareness pinwheel planting event
Dunkirk City Hall, 342 Central Ave., 1 p.m. Public welcome. Attendees encouraged to wear blue.
St. Joseph’s bingo
145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.
Patterson Library presents: Author talk with Judy Shuler, author of “The Nazi’s Daughter”
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Create a Button Bouquet
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 5:30 to 7 p.m. For ages 9+. Space limited. All supplies provided, but can bring special buttons or picture frame if desired. Registration required at 716 934-3468.
Grief support group
Harvest Chapel Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia, 6 to 8 p.m. Video based support group ministry. Runs Tuesdays through May 26. For details, call 716 679-0987.
Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 meeting
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 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.
Cinema Series: EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert
1891 Opera House, 9 Church St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5. Elvis sings, tells his story in long-lost footage. Shown with captions on-screen.
Fredonia Saxophone Ensemble and Quartets
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15
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.
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Living Voices ; “Within the Silence”
305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. Learn the impact of teenager Emiko’s experience of Japanese American imprisonment during WWII as racism and xenophobia changed the American teenager’s life after Pearl Harbor. For registration information, see the website roberthjackson.org or call 716 483-6646. Other performances 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.; 1:15 to 2:15 p.m.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
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.
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.
Sheridan VFW Post 6390 Auxiliary meeting
2556 Main Road (Route 20 W.), 6:30 p.m.
Movies at the Reg: “Mr. Nobody Against Putin”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. A beloved Russian primary teacher becomes an international whistleblower when Russia invades Ukraine. He documents the rise of militarized children’s groups, repressive laws, is forced to plan a dangerous escape from Russia. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.
Fredonia African Drumming Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center multipurpose room, 8 p.m.
Fredonia Vocal Jazz Combo
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
THURSDAY, APRIL 16
CHQ Professionals coffee meetup
3 Lakes Cafe, 11 S. Main St., Cassadaga, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Drop in any time within the hour for coffee, conversation, community connection.
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.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.
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.
Rosary for Peace in the World
This recurring Rosary takes place on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Getting Ready to Garden: The Down and Dirty of Soil Preparation, Mulch, Garden Beds
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Presenter: Master Gardener Cynthia Carlson. Bring a few cups of soil from your garden in a baggie to do a few kinds of soil tests. Register at 716 934-3468.
St. Monica prayer group
Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.
Historical Society meeting of Brocton & Portland, NY meeting
Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6 p.m.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.
Merrins BFA Dance Projects
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $15, student/child $5. Dance majors present work featuring variety of styles.
New Horizons Band
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m.
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/.
Fredonia Guitar Chamber Ensembles
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.




