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.

Sons of the American Legion, Brocton Squad 434 meeting

Brocton American Legion, 110 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Nominations for election of officers.

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

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.

East Town of Dunkirk Fire Dept. Ladies’ Auxiliary Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue

10949 S. Roberts Road, Dunkirk, 4 to 6 p.m. or until sold out. Dine in or drive-through options. $15. Tickets at Big Rick’s One Stop 347 Lake Shore Drive,E., Dunkirk or call Ju

Holocaust Remembrance Event

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, Blue Lounge, 5 p.m. Hosted by Hillel in collaboration with ODEI Intercultural Speaker Series. Featured speaker Amon Adler will present “A Tailor’s Journey: One Man’s Story of Survival During the Shoah,” the story of the speaker’s father, Bernard Adler. Content warning: detailed descriptions of violence, anti-semitism. Amon Adler is the father of Hillel president and SUNY Fredonia senior Sivan Adler, editor/publisher of her grandmother’s Holocaust memoir. Public welcome to attend this free event.

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.

Observatory Lecture: “Listening for Bumps in the Night: Discovering Gravitational Waves”

Martz-Kohl Observatory, 176 Robbin Hill Road, Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m. Presenter: research physicist Keith Thorne. Remote presentation at site, also on Zoom. Q & A, tours follow. Domes aren’t heated, dress for cold weather. Public viewing opportunities as weather permits.

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.

Book talk with Paul Leone: “One Hundred and Fifty-Four Sonnets

Ripley Public Library, 64 W. Main St., 6 p.m.

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.

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly general membership meeting

Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716 672-1991 for information.

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.