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MONDAY, MAY 18

Prevention Works presents: Empowered health consciousness workshop

Falconer office, 1 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Define, assess health consciousness; work a daily exercise; identify healthy alternatives; implement healthy options to help selves, others at risks; reduce prescription drug misuse. Free interactive training. Call 716 664-3608 to register.

TLV Grief Support Group

TLV Center, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, room 104, 10:30 a.m. Six sessions: April 6, 20, May 4, 18, June 1, 15. Contact TLV office, 716 366-2306.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School presents: Spring concert

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 2 p.m.

TUESDAY, MAY 19

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Forestville Central School Class of 2027 Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue

4 Academy St., High School auditorium, 3 to 7 p.m. or sold out. Includes two sides, roll. Presale $15, at the door $16. For details, call 716 965-2711.

Patterson Library presents: Cooking with Chef Jim

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 3 p.m.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

American Legion Unit 62 Auxiliary meeting

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Family Bingo night

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. This month’s theme: Taco Tuesday. Several rounds of bingo, prizes, snacks. All ages. Call 716 934-3468 to register.

Ripley Public Library presents: History lecture – Chautauqua Civilian Conservation Corps Camp

64 W. Main St., 6 p.m. Presenter: Municipal historian for Panama, Harmony, North Harmony Pam Brown.

Hazeltine Public Library presents: Author Lana Keller

891 Busti-Sugar Grove Road, Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. Free event. Excerpt reading, discussion, books available for sale, signing.

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

Lakeshore Center for the Arts presents: free classic movie

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Includes popcorn. Also newsreel, cartoon from year film came out. “Secret Agent,” 1936.

50th anniversary of the King of Sweden’s visit

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Held in dining room of Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion. Presenter: Joni Blackman. Free event, public welcome.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20

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.

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.

Patterson Library presents: Mystery book club

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 4 p.m.

Town of Hanover Democratic Committee Meet the Candidates

VFW, 13 N. Main St., Silver Creek, 5 p.m. Meet Aaron Giles, Tom Carle, Victoria Guite Williams, Alexandria Moss. Pot luck dinner. $5 per person. Call 716 560-2000.

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.

Robert H. Jackson presents: 25 Years of Asking Questions: Why Do Presidents Push the Limits?

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Speaker: Gerard Magliocca, Distinguished Professor of Indiana University School of Law.

Chautauqua County Genealogical Society meeting, program

Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave. Meeting 6:30 p.m. At 7 p.m. David Dengler, Funeral Director for Larson-Timko Funeral Home, will present “How to Use Funeral Home Records for Genealogical and Family Research.” Public welcome.

Arkwright Summit Cemetery Association meeting

James Prince residence, 2070 Route 83, Forestville, 7 p.m. All interested are welcome. For details, call 716 467-0886.

Observatory Lecture: Exoplanets: What They Are and How we Find Them

Martz-Kohl Observatory, 176 Robbin Hill Road, Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m. Presenter: Tom Traub. Presentation live and on Zoom. Q & A, tours follow. Domes aren’t heated, dress for weather. Public viewing opportunities as weather permits.

THURSDAY, MAY 21

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.

Second annual CHQ Aging Expo, Conference

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Exhibit hall with 75+ vendors, resources, info for aging well at home. Registration not required for browsing. Music by New Horizons Band. Basket raffle. Interactive, conference style informational sessions in 8 classes around perimeter of exhibition hall at 10:30, 11:30, 1 p.m. Total of 24 classes or personal consultations. Limited seating, pre-registration for classes encouraged. Topics: Medicare 101, Medicare Fraud, Technology 101, How to recognize 10 warning signs for brain health, scam bingo, money management 101, benefits enrollment, estate planning, legal consultations, funeral pre-planning, falls prevention awareness/screening, chronic pain management, diabetes/pre-diabetes management, 10 nutrition tips for older adults, more. Lunch options – cash/credit sales or CHQAging cards from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register for conference at 716 753-4582 by May 8.

Transportation assistance available.

Artscape Jamestown opening reception

Chautauqua Art Gallery, 318 N. Main St., Jamestown start point 5 p.m., remarks at 5:30 p.m., then walk or drive to Pearl City Clay House, 220 E. Second St. to experience full exhibition. Also can take part in Third on Third festivities hosted by Chamber of Commerce, attend a free concert at Reg Lenna, 116 E. Third St. at 7:30 p.m.

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: Fiber Arts Club: Learn to Embroider

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Ages 9+. Aimed towards beginners, but all skill levels welcome. All materials provided. Limited space. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Chautauqua County Board of Health quarterly meeting

HRC Building, Fourth floor conference room, 7 N. Erie St., Mayville, 6 p.m. Public comments must be made in person. Meeting can be viewed on Chautauqua County Health Department’s YouTube channel. For details or if wishing to attend, call 716 753-4082.

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.

St. Monica prayer group

Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.

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.

U.S. Air Force Heritage American Brass Band

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. Free performance.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters Circle

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 p.m. This month: Fred Oakman, Addisyn Logan, Vinnie DeRosa. Tickets $10.

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/.

FRIDAY, MAY 22

Community-wide Garage, Yard Sales – Mayville, surrounding areas

Buy maps at Handcrafted from the Heart, 38 S. Erie St., Mayville, $2.

Memorial Day Weekend at Bemus Point Golf Club, Tap House

72 Main St., live music, golf, food, drinks, outdoor fun. 4 p.m. Cowboy Hat Happy Hour; 6 to 9 p.m. Swamp Yankees.

USAF Heritage Brass

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 7 p.m. 15-member ensemble features brass, percussion, vocals performing orchestral transcriptions, jazz standards, patriotic favorites. Free event, limit 4 tickets per request. Call, visit box office T-F 12:to 4:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MAY 23

Community-wide Garage, Yard Sales – Mayville, surrounding areas

Buy maps at Handcrafted from the Heart, 38 S. Erie St., Mayville, $2.

Memorial Day Nature, Wellness Weekend

Heron Farm, Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. 3 day weekend – mindfulness, movement, workshops, family friendly, potluck. Donations – recommended $10 to $20 per person. Camping, lodging by reservation, fees. May Day celebration.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Route 5 (Lake Shore Drive E.), Central Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors accepted each week for $20 per spot. Contact Brian Meyers 716 680-0958.

Amish Relief Auction

Farm of Menno Yoder, 5738 Stoddard Road, Conewango Valley, 9 a.m to 5 p.m. Amish-made furniture, tables, chairs, rockers, clocks, quilts, rugs, wall hangings, handmade items, outdoor items, animals, farm equipment, gift certificates, more. Proceeds benefit children, needy families, doctors’ bills, hospital bills owed by Conewango Valley community.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Westfield Flea Market

Moore Park, corner of Routes 20, 394, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Westfield Farmers’, Artisans’ Market

Moore Park, corner of Routes 20, 394, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local fruits, vegetables, baked goods, eggs, wine, spirits, honey, locally produced foods, live entertainment. Flea market section with vintage items.

Memorial Day Weekend at Bemus Point Golf Club, Tap House

72 Main St., live music, golf, food, drinks, outdoor fun. 9 a.m. Sunshine, strength HIIT; 10 a.m. yoga, brew; 6 p.m. Michael Hund, classic rock all-stars

North Shore Arts Alliance Art Trail

Multiple studios, galleries along Lake Erie, Chautauqua Lake. Visit participating artists in a driving tour throughout the county. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Patterson Library presents: DND Teens

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dungeons, Dragons opportunity for teens.

Lake Erie State Park Interpretive program

5838 Lake Shore Dr. W., Brocton. Free programs for public, but park admission fee applies. 10 a.m. “I will survive.” Learn ancient, modern survival techniques to deal with being in wooded areas when lost, in darkness, or in inclement weather. 10:45 a.m.: Craft a survival paracord bracelet – promotes creativity, survival skills for all ages.12:30 p.m. Learn about black bears.

WRFA’s Vintage & Art Fair

Reg Lenna Media Arts Studio, 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Records/ CDs, tapes, vintage clothing, local art, comics, crafts, memorabilia, more. Admission $3. Vendor, admission fees go to support community radio station WRFA.

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.

Celebration of Life for Tina Armstrong

The Master’s Plan Cafe, 9568 Railroad Ave., Dayton. Ride in Tina’s memory 12 to 1:30 p.m., led by Ken, cars, bikes welcome to join. Food available before, after ride – hamburgers, hot dogs, pulled pork, chicken barbecue. Sides, salads, desserts welcome. Service at 2 p.m. Basket raffle. Proceeds to Tina’s family. For details, call/text Ken at 716 200-6945.

Chautauqua Belle maiden 2026 voyage

78 Water St., Mayville, 1 p.m.

League of Women Voters of Chautauqua candidate forum

Fredonia Grange, 58 W. Main St., 6 p.m. Features Kevin Stocker from Tonawanda and Aaron Gies of Olean for the 23rd District House of Representatives seat for the Democratic Party. May submit questions to croxtonlwvchq@gmail.com. All welcome.

SUNDAY, MAY 24

Community -wide Garage, Yard Sales – Mayville, surrounding areas

Buy maps at Handcrafted from the Heart, 38 S. Erie St., Mayville, $2.

Memorial Day Nature, Wellness Weekend

Heron Farm, Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. 3 day weekend – mindfulness, movement, workshops, family friendly, potluck. Donations – recommended $10 to $20 per person. Camping, lodging by reservation, fees. May Day celebration.

Memorial Day Golf Scramble Bemus Point Golf Club, Tap House, 72 Main St., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 4 to 7 p.m.: Skinny Moo Band.

North Shore Arts Alliance Art Trail

Multiple studios, galleries along Lake Erie, Chautauqua Lake. Visit participating artists in a driving tour throughout the county. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Community Wide-Garage, Yard Sales – Mayville, surrounding areas

Buy maps at Handcrafted from the Heart, 38 S. Erie St., Mayville.

Heron May Day Celebration

Heron Farm, Event Center, 2361 Waits Corners Road, Panama, 1 to 5 p.m. Live music, drumming, dancing, decorating the maypole. Gather around campfire. Bring dish to share for community potluck. Camping, unique Airbnb available. 646 248-4989.

SINGO – Golden Oldies Vol. 2

Liberty Vineyards & Winery, 2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 3 to 5 p.m. Free to attend, play. Wine, other beverages, snacks available for purchase.

MONDAY, MAY 25 Memorial Day

Memorial Day Nature, Wellness Weekend

Heron Farm, Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. 3 day weekend – mindfulness, movement, workshops, family friendly, potluck. Donations – recommended $10 to $30 per person. Camping, lodging by reservation, fees. May Day celebration.

Dunkirk Memorial Day services, parade

8:30 a.m.: Knights of Columbus service at Dunkirk Lighthouse; 10 a.m.: DJVC at Memorial Park; 11 a.m.: Parade on Central Avenue. Lighthouse is open daily for tours, check website for daily times

and full schedule of events www.dunkirklighthouse.com

Sheridan Historical Society open house

2702 Route 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests welcome.

Jamestown Memorial Day parade

10 a.m.

Randolph Memorial Day parade

Memorial Day Weekend at Bemus Point Golf Club, Tap House

72 Main St., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eat, Drink & B. Mary Bloody Mary party.

American Legion Fredonia Memorial Post 59 Memorial Day services

Fredonia Village Hall, 9 Church St., 12 p.m.

American Legion Post 62 annual Weidner’s chicken barbecue

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 12 to 4 p.m. or until sold out. Pre-sale guaranteed until 3 p.m. $15 presale, $16 at door. Basket raffle. Live music by the Tonebenders 3 to 6 p.m.

Music on the Boardwalk

Boardwalk Market, 8 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m. Live musical performance by Two Towns.

TUESDAY, MAY 26

Silver Creek Mobile Food Pantry

Silver Creek village municipal parking lot, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. while supplies last. Free for Silver Creek residents, nearby communities. First come, first serve.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

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.

Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280 cruise night

228 Maple Ave., 6 to 9 p.m. Rain date May 27.

Jamestown Coin Club meeting

Celoron American Legion Herman Kent Post 777, 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown. Doors open at 6, meeting begins at 7 p.m. Door prizes, raffles, auction of coins submitted by members. Annual membership $10. Guests welcome.

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

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27

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.

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.

Vine Affair Silent Auction

Raven & Thorn, 26 Water St., Fredonia, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Music by Fredonia Jazz Society, appetizers, auction table with details descriptions of private wine-tasting event packages for small parties and Rave & Thorn including elegant tablescape, exclusive wine tasting paired with food, undivided service, guided discussion about wine, food.

Movies at the Reg: “The Christophers”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Reclusive artist Julian Sklar’s (Ian McKellen) estranged children hire an artist/forger to gain access to a series of his unfinished paintings. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Healing Mass

Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Main celebrant: Fr. Richard DiGuilio, concelebrant: Rev. Robert Owczarczak. Prayerful music, worship. Following Mass, opportunity to meet with trained prayer teams.

THURSDAY, MAY 28

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.

Patterson Library presents: embroidery for beginners 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 6:30 p.m. Supplies included.

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.

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.

Danza! Performing Arts Academy presents: Cue the Confetti

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7 p.m. $15.

Seymour Memorial Library, Stockton Branch presents: Telescope training

22 N. Main St., 7 p.m. in conjunction with Martz-Kohl Observatory, helps patrons learn to use telescopes available for borrowing from Stockton, Cassadaga branch libraries.

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/.

FRIDAY, MAY 29

Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees meeting

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

Brocton Arch and Seller Days

Centralized location to start at Ryckman Park. Begins at 9 a.m.

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.

Danza! Performing Arts Academy presents: Cue the Confetti

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7 p.m. $15.

Spire Theater presents: “TURN” Off Off Broadway Musical World Premiere

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $25.

1891 Opera House presents: Ten Cent Howl

9 Church St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Popular regional band plays influences of blue grass, rockabilly, primal rock ‘n’ roll, punk-folk, original song-writing. Adults $15, Opera House members $13, students $10.

Movies at the Reg: “You, Me & Tuscany”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Anna loses her house-sitting job and housing. She goes to Tuscany, but her plan to stay at an acquaintance’s villa there goes awry. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

SATURDAY, MAY 30

Dunkirk Flea Market

Route 5 (Lake Shore Drive E.), Central Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors accepted each week for $20 per spot. Contact Brian Meyers 716 680-0958.

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association Spring Pull

4578 Cemetery Road, Stockton, 9 a.m.

Buns on the Run 5K

Bemus Point Village Park, 1 Lakeside Drive, 9 a.m. Also kids’ 1 mile fun run. Part of Chautauqua Striders 2026 Runner of Year series.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Brocton Arch and Seller Days

Centralized location to start at Ryckman Park.

Westfield Farmers’, Artisans’ Market

Moore Park, corner of Routes 20, 394, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local fruits, vegetables, baked goods, eggs, wine, spirits, honey, locally produced foods, live entertainment. Flea market section with vintage items.

Westfield Flea Market

Moore Park, corner of Routes 20, 394, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bluebird Festival at RTPI

Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 admission. Build own bluebird house (1 per family while supplies last), art, educational activities, scavenger hunts, guided walks along RTPI bluebird trail, vendors, food trucks. Family-friendly event.

Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies clinic

Chautauqua County Humane Society, 2825 Strunk Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. Animals must be pre-registered. For dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. Register at healthyCHQ.com/rabies, view calendar of upcoming clinics. Bring all previous vaccination records and remain in car, dogs on a leash, cats in a carrier.

Patterson Library presents: DND Teens

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dungeons, Dragons opportunity for teens.

Patterson Library presents: Beginning tapestry weaving

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. .

Downtown Fredonia community planting day

Meet at Gazebo in Barker Common to plant flowers around the trees down Main Street, around Barker Common, Village Hall. Meet from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. or entire day. Bring gardening supplies, tools if desired. Snacks, refreshments provided.

Lake Erie State Park Interpretive program

5838 Lake Shore Dr. W., Brocton. Free programs, but park admission fee applies. 10 a.m. Learn about the awesome opossum.10:45 a.m. awesome opossum paper craft. Meet at rec hall. 12:30 p.m. wildflower walk. Meet at rec hall.

Country Bluegrass Festival benefiting Shriners Children’s Erie

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, live music starts at 11 a.m. Empty Pockets, Paul Zittle & Pure Country, American Crossroads, Pat Cook as Patsy Cline, Old Dawg Bluegrass, Tennessee Whiskey, Skylar Martin, Billy Gilman. Food by Meeders Restaurant, Big Pitts BBQ. Vendors, car show, face painting, balloon animals, Shriner mini bikes and cars.

CHQ Book Read 2026 – “Latinoland” by Marie Arana

Darwin R. Barker Library, 7 Day St., Fredonia, discussion host, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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.

Live at the Met: Gabriela Lena Frank’s “El Ultimo Sueno de Friday Y Diego”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Adults $20, Opera House members $18, students $10.

Beats at the Brix featuring Black Widow

21 Brix Winery, 6654 W. Main Road, Portland, Show 6 to 9 p.m. Admission free, but wine or beer purchase required. Food options also available.

Struthers Library Theatre Academy presents: “Let Freedom Sing”

302 W. Third St., Warren, PA. Doors open at 6, show at 7. Musical theater showcase. Adults $10, students/seniors $8.

Danza! Performing Arts Academy presents:

Cue the Confetti

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7 p.m. $15.

Spire Theater presents: “TURN” Off Off Broadway Musical World Premiere

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $25.

Midnight Recovery at Steelbound Dunkirk

30 Lake Shore Drive E., 8 to 11 p.m.

SUNDAY, MAY 31

Brocton Arch and Seller Days

Centralized location to start at Ryckman Park. Ends at 6 p.m.

Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association Spring Pull

4578 Cemetery Road, Stockton, 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit Museum fund.

American Legion Post 59 therapy dog session

156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 1 to 2 p.m. Open to public.

Spire Theater presents: “TURN” Off Off Broadway Musical World Premiere

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Tickets $25.

MONDAY, JUNE 1

Memory Cafe

National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. For people living with memory loss plus caregivers, family. Experience museum’s interactive touch-screen exhibits, theater presentations at own pace. Socialize, refreshments. Complimentary event. Guest presenters. Pre-register at ComedyCenter.org/MemoryCafe.

TLV Grief Support Group

TLV Center, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, room 104, 10:30 a.m. Six sessions: April 6, 20, May 4, 18, June 1, 15. Contact TLV office, 716 366-2306.

Blessed Mary Angela Rosary Society meeting

TLV Center for Catholic Faith and Devotion, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, JUNE 2

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

Summer Concert Series at The White Inn

52 E. Main St., Fredonia, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free live music in back lot. No outside food, beverages or coolers. Tonight’s performers: Allykat.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3

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.

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.

STTC Summer Tri Series

Cassadaga Beach, Park Avenue, 5:45 to 8 p.m. 400m swim, 13 mile bike, 2 mile run. Paratriathletes welcome. Wilson Endurance Sports. Call 716 353-1288.

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.

Movies at the Reg: “I Swear”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on the life of Tourette’s Syndrome campaigner John Davidson, MBE. Set within early 1980’s Britain, follows him through his attempts to live a “normal” life dealing with his misunderstood condition. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

THURSDAY, JUNE 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.

CHQ Professionals coffee meetup

Tulip’s Brunch House, 186 S. Erie St., Mayville, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Drop in any time within the hour for coffee, conversation, community connection.

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.

Dunkirk Public Library book club

536 Central Ave, Dunkirk, 5:30 p.m. Call 716 366-2511 to reserve this month’s title.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert Series – Dance Night

6 p.m. opener: Party McFly; 7:15 p.m. headliner: The Funkensteins. Concession vendors will be on the Dunkirk Pier and/or Memorial Park along with Dunkirk Boardwalk and pier merchants open for business. Bring folding chair.

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.

Patterson Library presents: Fireside Lecture Series with Chautauqua County Historical Society

40 S. Patterson St., Westfield, 6 p.m. William D. Burtwill presents the geological History of Western New York. Free event, public welcome.

Here and There: Commemorating the 175th anniversary – “The Erie Railroad Comes to Dunkirk”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Railroad historian William D. Burt will offer a well-illustrated presentation. Free admission, donations accepted.

Spire Theater presents: “TURN” Off Off Broadway Musical World Premiere

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $25.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Open Mic

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Attendees can share their poetry, prose or music selection, five minutes each. All skill levels welcome. Listeners welcome as well.

Sunset Yoga at Dnkirk Lighthouse

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/.

FRIDAY, JUNE 5

Dunkirk Walleye Festival presented by Primitive Patriot Outdoors

Fishing from 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., can launch from any port, fish on any U.S. waters of Lake Erie as long as coolers are returned to Dunkirk Boat Launch by 3:30 p.m. sharp. Catch 6 fish June 5, 6 fish June 6 for total of 12. Open to public. Food, craft, fishing gear vendors 2 to 7 p.m. After 6 p.m. weigh-in show, live music on stage 7 to 9 p.m. Host hotel Clarion Hotel Conference Center.

Hope and Healing Conference of Western New York

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Focuses on mental health healing, resilience, connection. CEUs, CTLEs available. Fee for day 1. Register at https://hopeandhealingconference.com

Fredonia Attic and Seller Days

Village-wide. $10 to register, $2 to purchase map.

North East, PA. community yard sale

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10 to register.

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog sale

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Nuremberg: a 2026 Simulation

Virtual event, 12 to 1 p.m. Speakers: Allen Packwood, Dr. Sean Lang. For registration information, see the website roberthjackson.org or call 716 483-6646.

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.

First Friday Westfield

Downtown businesses, Moore Park, 5 p.m. Open businesses, street vendors, live music.

Merritt Estate Winery Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, 5 to 10 p.m. Family friendly, free admission. Weekend features live music, craft vendors, food, wine, craft beer, wine slush, balloon artist, bounce house, strawberry desserts. Bring own lawn chair. Refrain from bringing outside food, beverages. 7 to 10 p.m.: Uncle Ben’s Remedy.

DownBeat Percussion, official Drumline of the Buffalo Bills

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. General admission, all seats $5.

Collage Performing Arts Center performance

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7 p.m.

Spire Theater presents: “TURN” Off Off Broadway Musical World Premiere

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $25.

Fredonia First Friday Community Barn Dance

Fredonia Grange #1, 58 W. Main St., 7:30 p.m. All dances taught, called. Circles, squares, contras, more. All ages. No partner necessary. Live music – Celtic, Southern String Bands. $7 per person. For details call 716 672-2883.

PA Line at Wicked Warren’s

119 W. Third St., Jamestown, 8 p.m. Help support Whirlybird community programming. Suggested donation, $15.

SATURDAY, JUNE 6

Dunkirk Walleye Festival presented by Primitive Patriot Outdoors

Fishing from 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., can launch from any port, fish on any U.S. waters of Lake Erie as long as coolers are returned to Dunkirk Boat Launch by 3:30 p.m. sharp. Catch 6 fish June 5, 6 fish June 6 for total of 12 over 2 days. Open to public. Food, craft, fishing gear vendors 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. After 6 p.m. weigh-in show, live music on stage 7 to 9 p.m. Host hotel Clarion Hotel Conference Center.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Route 5 (Lake Shore Drive E.), Central Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors accepted each week for $20 per spot. Contact Brian Meyers 716 680-0958.

Fredonia Attic and Seller Days

Village-wide. $10 to register, $2 to purchase map.

Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies clinic

Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 9 to 11 a.m. Animals must be pre-registered. For dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. Register at healthyCHQ.com/rabies, view calendar of upcoming clinics. Bring all previous vaccination records and remain in car, dogs on a leash, cats in a carrier.

North East, PA. community yard sale

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10 to register.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Westfield Farmers’, Artisans’ Market

Moore Park, corner of Routes 20, 394, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local fruits, vegetables, baked goods, eggs, wine, spirits, honey, locally produced foods, live entertainment. Flea market section with vintage items.

Westfield Flea Market

Moore Park, corner of Routes 20, 394, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Yoga with the Birds at RTPI

Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. On the patio of the RTPI Lodge, indoors if inclement weather. $10 members, $12 non-members. Includes full access to museum exhibits. Registration requested, but walk-ins welcome. See https://rtpi.org

Matthew Hazelton Memorial 5K run/walk

Meet at Clarion Hotel Pavilion, 30 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 9:30 a.m. Hosted by Dunkirk Police Benevolent Association.

Silver Creek Kiwanis Club Children’s Fair

Village Ball Park, Pavilion, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Variety of family-friendly events.

Hope and Healing Conference of Western New York free Family, community day

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Focuses on mental health healing, resilience, connection. Youth voices, lived experiences, resources, support systems, tools for mental health, substance abuse prevention, treatment, recovery. Free lunch, raffle prize opportunities, take-home Hope bag. Register at https://hopeandhealingconference.com

Audubon Photography Club

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. $4 adults, $3 Nature Center members, $3 children 9 to 15. Share photos with other nature lovers, photographers. Coffee, tea provided. Brief presentation will help develop nature photography skills. New photographers welcome. Reservations appreciated.

Fenton History Center presents: Historic Tour: Lakeview Avenue

Christ First United Methodist Church parking lot, 663 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, 10 a.m. $8 members, $12 non-members. To register, call 716 664-6256.

Lake Erie State Park Interpretive program

5838 Lake Shore Dr. W., Brocton. Free programs, but park admission fee applies. 10 a.m. Bird walk – meet at Gazebo. 11 a.m. Disc golf quick tips. Meet at rec hall. 12:30 p.m. Disc golf meet-up. Play some disc golf together, meet at first tee.

Merritt Estate Winery Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Family friendly, free admission. Weekend features live music, craft vendors, food, wine, craft beer, wine slush, balloon artist, bounce house, strawberry desserts. Bring own lawn chair. Refrain from bringing outside food, beverages. 12 to 3 p.m. Rockabilly Steve & BR3; 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Black Widow; 7 to 10 p.m. Letter to Elise.

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.

Collage Performing Arts Center performance

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m. Another performance at 7 p.m.

Mayville’s Saturday Evening Market

Mayville Train Depot, 16 Water St., 4 to 8 p.m. Food, vendors, special events.

UCAN City Mission Fundraiser Gala

Grandview of Ellington, 1116 W. Hill Road, 5:30 p.m. United Christian Advocacy Network helps homeless, less advantaged individuals. $60 per person/$100 per couple. John Cross & Company Jazz Band; catering by Sandee’s Deli, Catering; raffle baskets; photo booth ops; cash bar. Call 716 488-7480 ext 2 for reservation details.

Silver Creek VFW Auxiliary Line Dancing Night

13 . Main St., 6 to 10 p.m.

21 Brix Winery Summer Kick Off party

6654 W. Main Road, Portland, 6 to 10 p.m. Wine, music with Porcelain Bus Drivers. Bonfire as weather permits.

Movie Night at the Jackson Center: Nathan-ism

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Moving documentary that follows Nathan Hiu, U.S. Jewish solider assigned to guard Nazi war criminals during the Nuremberg trials, how those experiences shaped his life, art.

Uncle Ben’s Remedy at Merritt Estate Winery

2264 King Road, Forestville, 7 to 10 p.m.

Struthers Library Theatre presents: Comedian Billy Gardell

302 W. Third Ave., Warren, PA., 8 p.m. $65/$60/$55.

SUNDAY, JUNE 7

Dunkirk Walleye Festival kids’ fishing clinic, tournament

Dunkirk Pier, 8 to 11 a.m. Free event conducted by National Walleye Tour Champion Craig Sleeman.

Fredonia Attic and Seller Days

Village-wide. $10 to register, $2 to purchase map.

Merritt Estate Winery Strawberry Festival

2264 King Road, Forestville, 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Family friendly, free admission. Weekend features live music, craft vendors, food, wine, craft beer, wine slush, balloon artist, bounce house, strawberry desserts. Bring own lawn chair. Refrain from bringing outside food, beverages. 1 to 5 p.m. Tsavo Highway.

Portland Fire Department chicken barbecue

6481 W. Main Road.

Sheridan Historical Society celebration of Mary Langworthy

2702 Route 20, open house 12 to 3 p.m.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: First Sunday Story Time

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Children 2 to 8 with an adult. Free event. Limited space. Register by calling 716 569-2345.

United Way Day at Southern Tier Brewing Co.

2072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, 12:30 to 7:30 p.m. 50/50, live music all day. All ages, pet-friendly. At 12:30 p.m. Slim & Red; at 2 p.m. Derek Davis & Angel Marie; at 3:30 p.m. Porcelain Bus Drivers;at 5 p.m.Charity Nuse and her band; at 6:30 p.m. Vinny & the Mudflaps.

Zonta Club of Jamestown Mrs. Roper Romp

Meet at Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 1 p.m. Pub crawl to 3 walkable pubs. Come in costume, bring $10 to help build a better world for women, girls.

Spire Theater presents: “TURN” Off Off Broadway Musical World Premiere

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Tickets $25.

MONDAY, JUNE 8

United Senior Citizens meeting

Falcon Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 12 p.m. Membership dues $5 per year. For lunch reservations, send $16 check made out to United Senior Citizens to Evonne Hennebery, PO Box 706, Dunkirk, NY 14048 the previous Thursday..

TUESDAY, JUNE 9

Dunkirk and Fredonia Fire Department Retirees breakfast

Central Station Restaurant, 332 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

Summer Concert Series at The White Inn

52 E. Main St., Fredonia, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free live music in back lot. No outside food, beverages or coolers. Tonight’s performers: Silver Xtreme.

Starting at $3.50/week.

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