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, 41 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 Julie at 716 680-2729.

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.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17

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.

Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees meeting

Central Station Restaurant, 332 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees welcome.

Child Abuse Prevention Awareness pinwheel planting event

Chautauqua Town Municipal Building, 2 Academy St., Mayville, 12 p.m. Public welcome. Attendees encouraged to wear blue.

Cheers to 250 Lake Erie Wine Country event

12 to 5 p.m. Participating wineries: 21 Brix Winery, Arrowhead Wine Cellars, Burch Farms and Country Market, Cellar ’54, Courtyard Winery, Driftwood Wine Cellars, Johnson Estate Wineries, Lakeview Wine Cellars, Liberty Vineyards and Winery, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars/Five and 20 Spirits and Brewing, Mazza Vineyards, Nobel Winery, Presque Isle Wine Cellars, South Shore Wine Company, Yori Wine Cellars and Brewing Co. Tickets at www.lakeeriewinecountry.org/events. 3-day ticket $45, 2-day ticket (Friday, Sunday) $35, Mocktail ticket $20. Each ticket includes food, wine pairing at every participating winery, keepsake wine glass. Mocktail tickets include specially crafted nonalcoholic beverage, food pairing at each stop.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons & Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens, YA patrons welcome for role-playing adventures. Contact Library Director for details 716 366-2511.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Fiber Arts Meetup

7 Day St., Fredonia, 3:30 p.m. Ages 12+. No registration needed. Bring crafting supplies. Extra yarn, hooks available. All fiber arts welcome (knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needle felting, etc.) Tea, cookies.

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.

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater Centennial Gala

Theater located at 39 W. Main St. Tickets $60 per person, $100 for 2. Includes 2 free drink tickets, cocktail hour hors d’oeuvres, red carpet, music. Black tie affair. 4 p.m. cocktail hour at Old Bank. 6:15 p.m. Red Carpet begins, 7 p.m. evening of music featuring Springville Jazz Orchestra. Presale tickets only. See https://www.gowandahollywoodtheater.com

David Rose Viola Studio Recital

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Diers Recital Hall, 5 p.m.

CBA Vision Rehabilitation Services “Dining in the Dark”

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, doors open 5 p.m. for cash bar, wine pull, silent, live auctions, 50/50 raffle. Seating begins 6:15 p.m. Volunteers will guide guests through the evening. $70 per ticket, deadline April 1. Call 716 664-6660.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: 25 Years of Asking Questions: “A Republic, If You Can Keep It?”

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Speaker: Attorney, professor, author Peter C. Cohen . Register at https://www.roberthjackson.org

Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Wine on the Trail walk and Yard Smarts kickoff event

Salomon Family Nature Preserve, 4135 Morris Road, Sherman, 6 p.m. Enjoy a hike with Carol Markham, Bethany O-Hagan. Bring own wine, beer, cocktail or other beverage. Free event, no RSVP required. Dress accordingly.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Murder on the Orient Express”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. $17 to $25.

Ellington Baptist Church presents: Gospel concert with the Needham’s

530 Route 62, Conewango Valley, 7 p.m. Free admission, free will offerings accepted.

Struthers Library Theatre presents: Karaoke: film, tv soundtracks

302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. Free admission. Beer, wine available. 18+. Limit 50 people.

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.

Folk in Fredonia: “The Music of Simon & Garfunkel”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Artists Swearingen and Kelli perform the music of the most famous folk-rock duo of our time. $23 adults, $20 Opera House members, $10 students.

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