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MONDAY, JULY 20

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Harness racing in the Grandstand at 2 p.m.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Building Healthy Habits #2

536 Central Ave., 2 to 3 p.m. Call 716 366-2511.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Poetry Reading in Memory of John Brantingham

15 Main St., 5 to 7 p.m.

Chautauqua-Conewango Consortium presents: Science on a Steamboat

Chautauqua Belle, Mayville Dock, 78 Water St., 5:15 to 7:45 p.m. Guest speaker Dr. Sherri Mason will discuss lake ecology, how to protect our waters. $37.50 ages 13+, use code "EXPLORE" at check-out for regular adult tickets. Go to 269Belle.com

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Crafty Diem Family Craft Night – Unearth Your Family Treasures

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Books Unlimited book club

15 Main St., 7 p.m. In person-program. This month: "The Queens of Crime" by Marie Benedict.

Boots in the Sand Line Dance Night at Sunset Bay Beach Club

12911 Iola Drive, Irving, 7 to 11 p.m. All ages. No cover charge. DJ 716, DJ Hypetrain. Drink specials, food.

TUESDAY, JULY 21

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Mini Stage Events include kids' tractor pull, Unbelievable Comedy Magic, Family Martial Arts Center, Stray Kat Karaoke. Animal showtimes, Circus Incredible, midway, exhibits, food, more. Grandstand event: Demolition Derby, 7 p.m.

Chautauqua Speaks: A Boy's Story: Columbus Boys' Choir

Route 394, 9:15 a.m. G. James Sammarco discusses experiences at Chautauqua as a member of the Columbus Boys' Choir, performing as Amahl in Amahl and the Night Visitors. Gate pass required.

Patterson Library presents: Wellness workshop with Sarah Khan

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Sign Up Craft: Dino Head or Egg Excavation

536 Central Ave., 2 to 3 p.m. Call 716 366-2511.

Music in Cherry Creek Park – Paul Zittel and Pure Country

Ball Park, Main Street, Route 83, 5 to 8 p.m. Food vendor, sweet treats available. Recommend bringing own seating.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: All Ages Bingo – Dinosaur style

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. All ages, free event. Several bingo rounds, prizes, snacks. Advance registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

CCDPD Lake Connector Trail public informational meeting

Eason Hall, 4 Elm St., Westfield, 6 p.m. Learn about Chautauqua to Erie – Lakes Connector Trail.

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: Cock Robin.

Tuesday Night Yoga at Dunkirk Lighthouse

1 Lighthouse Point Drive. Begins 1 hour before sunset. Check the Dunkirk Lighthouse Facebook page for exact time.

Lakeshore Center for the Arts presents: free classic movie

The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. Mystery "Impact. " 1949. Brian Donlevy, Ella Raines, Charles Colburn.

Fenton History Center Lecture: "Four Wars, Four Branches: The Extraordinary Service of Lloyd Peters

67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Presenter: Barbara Cessna.

Sunset Bay presents: Tennessee Whiskey

Cabana Sam's, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m.

Cinema Series: "Power Ballad"

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Paul Rudd as a past-his-prime wedding singer, Nick Jonas as a fading boy-band star whose partnership is threatened by a battle of who deserves credit for a blockbuster song. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 22

Revitalize Dunkirk trail event

Revitalize Dunkirk Trail, Point Gratiot, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Volunteers needed to put wood chips on trail. Bring work gloves; shovel.

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.

Dunkirk Farmers' Market

Dunkirk Senior Center Pavilion, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vegetables, fruit, herbs, preserves, honey, baked goods, meat, eggs, dairy, more. EBT/SNAP, WIC benefits accepted.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Mini Stage events include junior demo derby, Unbelievable Comedy Magic, Collage Performing Arts, Justin Williams music. Animal showtimes, Circus Incredible, midway, exhibits, food, more. Grandstand event: NYRican Project – Afrocentric Vintage and New Skool Salsa Band, 7 p.m.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: STEM experiment: oil and water experiment

536 Central Ave., 1 to 2 p.m. Sign up at 716 366-2511.

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.

Great Dinosaur Discovery Show with Checkers the Inventor

Ellington Farman Library, 760 Thornton Road, 2 to 3 p.m. Interactive family-friendly variety program with comedy, magic, stunts, juggling, audience participation. Free, no registration required.

Music in the Green

Village Green Park, 1 South Erie St., Mayville, 5 to 8 p.m. Open businesses, street vendors. 5:30 p.m. Bill Ward, John Cross; 7 p.m. Trenton Shutters.

8 Great Wednesdays in the Park – Rock Night with the Freeze

Barker Common, 5:30 p.m. pre-show activities. Music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Food/beverage vendors.

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.

Music at the Point Sunset Concert Series presents: "Two Towns" (STEL VIP Night)

Point Gratiot Park, Dunkirk, 6 to 8 p.m.

Summer Concert Series in Celoron

Lucille Ball Memorial Park, 21 Boulevard Ave., 6 to 8 p.m. Free, family-friendly. This week: The Away Team.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Great Dinosaur Discovery Show with Checkers the Inventor

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Comedy, magic, juggling, more.

Chautauqua County Legislature meeting

Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. Public welcome.

Village of Angola summer concert – Double Shot

Angola Centennial Park & Gazebo, 7 to 9 p.m.

Erie Philharmonic Free Concerts in Gibson Park, North East PA

7 p.m.

Jamestown Municipal Band in Allen Park

Goranson Band Shell in Allen Park, W. Virginia Boulevard, Jamestown, 7 p.m. Allen Park Women's Club concession stand. Bring seating.

THURSDAY, JULY 23

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.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Mini Stage events include baby parade, Unbelievable Comedy Magic, Danza Performing Arts Academy. Animal showtimes, Circus Incredible, midway, exhibits, food, more. Grandstand event: Empire State Truck, Tractor Pull, 7 p.m.

Lake Erie State Park Interpretive program

5838 Lake Shore Dr. W., Brocton. Free programs, but park admission fee applies. Meet at recreation hall. Christmas in July theme. 10 a.m.: Reindeer games. 10:45 a.m.: Holiday craft. 12:30 p.m: Christmas trivia – facts, movies, music.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: All Ages Storytime with guest reader Kaitlyn Long

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. See her pet snake, hear stories of snake adventures. Advance registration. Call 716 934-3468.

North East Arts Council Presents Picnic in the Park

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Gibson Park. Live entertainment, food, kids' crafts.

Friends of Chautauqua Writers' Center presents: Locals at the Library

Smith Memorial Library, Chautauqua Institution, 12 to 1 p.m. Opportunity to visit with local authors, purchase their books. This week: Martha J. Rogus, "Quillyshine," children's fiction; Joan Wahl, "Summer Love in the Music City," contemporary romance; Jason Bussman, "Fumble: Just a Dad Trying Not to Drop the Ball," memoir.

Forestville Farmers' Market

Main Street next to Cave's, 1 to 5 p.m. SNAP benefits accepted.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Bottle Cap Magnets

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Ages 12 to 17. Can also use personal art, cutout pictures from magazines, etc. Make some for your refrigerator, or as gifts. Advance registration. Call 716 934-3468.

Long Point State Park Interpretive Program

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point, 2:45 to 3:30 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee applies. Nature trivia for all ages. Meet at Bathhouse.

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.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Virtual book club

Online via Zoom, email info@sinclairvillelibrary.org for link. This month: "The Engineer's Wife" by Tracey Enerson Wood.

Music on the Pier Summer Concert Series – Homegrown Night

6 p.m. opener: The Midnight Drifters; 7:15 p.m. headliner: Uncle Ben's Remedy. 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.

Live music at Johnson Estate with Midnight Frolic

8419 US 20 W., Westfield, 6 p.m. Estate wine flights, craft beverages, artisanal charcuterie boards, lawn games, live acoustic sets in fresh air. No reservations required.

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.

Music in the Park – Pat Cook's Women of Country

Ryckman Park, Fay Street and Green Street, Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Presented by Town of Portland, Village of Brocton, community sponsors, Ahira Hall Memorial Library. 50/50 raffle tickets on sale throughout summer with drawing Aug. 13.

An Evening of Music with the Cassadaga Area Band

Sheridan Community Center, 6:30 p.m. Refreshments/bake sale. Bring lawn chair.

Gowanda Music in the Park

Chang Hu Park, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Operation Christmas Child "Beyond the Box" event

Kidder Memorial Church, 385 S. Main St., Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. Todd and Vicki LeRoy, area coordinators, will show the impact of packing shoeboxes for children and communities around the world. All welcome.

Sunset Bay presents: Brad Band

Cabana Sam's, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m.

Live on the Lake concert – KOKOMO Time Band -American oldies

Hartley Park, 2 W. Lake St., Lakewood, 7 to 9 p.m. Bring seating.

Summer at the Stone House – Allen Hopkins

Cattaraugus County Historical Museum, 9824 Route 16, Machias, 7 p.m. Topic: "A Semiquincentennial of American Song." Free, public welcome.

Sunset Yoga at Dunkirk Lighthouse

1 Lighthouse Point Drive. Begins 1 hour before sunset. Check the Dunkirk Lighthouse Facebook page for exact time.

"BIG FISH" musical

Main Street Studios, 50 Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Edward Bloom's Life is filled with dazzling, larger-than-life tales of witches, giants and impossible adventures. As he nears the end, his son Will searches for the truth behind the magic, questioning what's real and what's myth. Big Fish is a heartfelt musical about storytelling, wonder and the extraordinary power of imagination. Tickets $20 adults, $15 students/seniors.

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, JULY 24

Jazz & Blues weekend

Village of Ellicottville.

YWCA Westfield 54th annual Arts & Crafts Festival

Moore Park, Westfield, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Unique handcrafted creations, including home decor, gourmet foods, jewelry, original art, metal sculptures, more. Vendors, food trucks. Free fun event for whole family. For details, see artsandcrafts@ywcawestfield.org

Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue annual yard sale

7540 N. Gale St., Westfield, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Support NCCR . For details, call 716 326-2015 or see www.caninerescue.org

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School yard sale

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bemus Point Farmers' and Artisans' Market

Village Park, 1 Lakeside Drive, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local farmers, artisans, local wineries, breweries, flowers, baked goods, special activities.

Darwin R. Barker Library, Omnipresent Puppet Theater present: Bonnie's Brachiosaurus

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Funny, original tale about a young girl intent on protecting a lost, frightened creature. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.

Chautauqua Institution Lecture Series: Rainn Wilson

Route 394, 10:45 a.m. Single ticket $45, or included with gate pass.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Farm Market

Parked at Ryckman Park, Fay Street, Brocton, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Fresh, healthy, affordable, locally grown produce. Accepts cash, credit/debit, tap to pay, SNAP/EBT (50% off). With FeedMore WNY.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Mini Stage events include kids' tractor race, Unbelievable Comedy Magic, Italian dancers, Stray Kat Karaoke. Animal showtimes, Circus Incredible, midway, exhibits, food, more. animal showtimes, midway, exhibits, food. Meat animal sale at noon at Warren K. Brown Show Arena. Grandstand event: Cross Over the Line Bull Riding, 7 p.m.

Rainn Wilson: Chautauqua Institution Lecture Series

Route 394, 10:45 a.m. Environmental activist, award-winning actor. $45. ticketoffice@chq.org

St. John's Church hot dog sale

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

Brocton Portland Farmers' Market

Tri Parish Church back parking lot, 41 Main St., Brocton, (next to Country Fair), 12 to 6 p.m. For details, contact Debbie Harriger at 716-467-5439. (through end of October 2026)

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Farm Market

Parked at Ryckman Park, Fay Street, Brocton, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Fresh, healthy, affordable, locally grown produce. Accepts cash, credit/debit, tap to pay, SNAP/EBT (50% off). With FeedMore WNY.

Jimmy Buffet Tribute Weekend at Peek'n Peak

1405 Olde Road, Clymer. 5 O'Clock Rum Bucket Party, Gazebo Grill, 5 to 10 p.m.; Key West Express (live music) 6 to 10 p.m.; Tiki Bar & Grill + Bonfires & Yard Games; After Party (DJ Felix) Bistro 210 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Wear tropical attire for chance at prizes.

Murder Mystery: Dinner Experience at Northwest Arena

319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 6 to 9 p.m. Interactive western murder mystery, buffet dinner. $60. Cash bar. Reservations at https://www.lakeandlanternevents.com/store-B58X8

Lake Shore Center for the Arts presents: "The Gin Game"

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. 1978 Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatic 2 -character comedy about residents of a shabby nursing home. $20. Tickets at lakeshorecenterforthearts.com/gin-game/

Movies at the Reg: "Leviticus"

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Two teenage boys must escape a violent entity that takes the form of the person they desire most – each other. Rated R. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

"BIG FISH" musical

Main Street Studios, 50 Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Edward Bloom's Life is filled with dazzling, larger-than-life tales of witches, giants and impossible adventures. As he nears the end, his son Will searches for the truth behind the magic, questioning what's real and what's myth. Big Fish is a heartfelt musical about storytelling, wonder and the extraordinary power of imagination. Tickets $20 adults, $15 students/seniors.

Allison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas at Chautauqua Institution

Route 394, 7:30 p.m. $75 to $175. ticketoffice@chq.org

Sunset Bay presents: Aces & Eights

Beach Club, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 8:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 25

Chautauqua Lake Bassmasters

Prendergast Boat Launch, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Team/Solo Open Bass Tournament. $100. Call 716 499-0747.

White Perch Tournament

Fish anywhere from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Chautauqua Lake, bring catch to Chautauqua Reel Outdoors for 1 p.m. weigh-in. Entry $20. Kids 12, under fish free.

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Summer 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.

Findley Lake Triathlon Festival

The Camp at Findley, 2334 Sunnyside Road, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sprint & Olympic Triathlon& Aquabike. Paratriathletes welcome. Wilson Endurance Sports.

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.

Celtic Golf Scramble

Maplehurst Country Club Golf Course, 1509 Big Tree Road, Lakewood, 8 a.m. registration, shotgun start 9 a.m. $340 per four person team includes greens fees, cart, beer, hot dogs on course, coffee donuts at registration, banquet and prizes following scramble. Benefits 96th Highlanders Pipes & Drums scholarship fund. https://96thhighlanderspipesdrumsinc.regfox.com/preview/65242d57a64d4beb9

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Dunkirk Beach Bash

Wright Park, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sports tournaments (slow pitch softball, pickleball, beach volleyball), live music, vendors, inflatables, beach games, more. Band/DJ performances: Wright Park Beach – DJ Joe Gould from 12 to 2 p.m.; Beach Dog Grill stage: Melissa Sauers from 2 to 4:15 p.m.; Aces & Eights from 5 to 7:30 p.m.; Mayflower Hill from 8 to 11 p.m. Sponsored by City of Dunkirk and Beach Dog Grill.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School yard sale

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Mini Stage events include Down Home Cloggers, Unbelievable Comedy Magic, band. Animal showtimes, Circus Incredible, midway, exhibits, food, more. Grandstand event: Monster Truck Show with Krazy Train, Plane Krazy.

Jazz & Blues weekend

Village of Ellicottville.

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.

YWCA Westfield 54th annual Arts & Crafts Festival

Moore Park, Westfield, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Unique handcrafted creations, including home decor, gourmet foods, jewelry, original art, metal sculptures, more. Vendors, food trucks. Free fun event for whole family. For details, see artsandcrafts@ywcawestfield.org

Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue annual yard sale

7540 N. Gale St., Westfield, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Support NCCR . For details, call 716 326-2015 or see www.caninerescue.org

Hot Rods & Cool Bikes event at Harley-Davidson of Jamestown

Falconer Power Sports, 1951 E. Main St., Falconer, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Free to attend, $10 registration fee for hot rods, classic cars, custom bikes, anything with wheels. Proceeds benefit Chautauqua County Humane Society. Trophies. 50/50, food trucks, music by Ion Sky.

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

South Dayton Farmers' Market

Next to Depot, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Selling jams, baked goods, vegetables, cloth bags, aprons.

Fenton History Center presents: Historic Tour: Allen Park

Allen Park Bandshell, W. Virginia Blvd., Jamestown, 10 a.m. $8 members, $12 non-members. To register, call 716 664-6256. Leader: Janet Wahlberg.

Chautauqua Lake Association annual meeting

Chautauqua Lake Yacht Club, 43 E. Lake St., Lakewood, 10 a.m. doors open, business meeting 10:30 a.m. Open to CLA members, also the public.

Lake Erie State Park Interpretive program

5838 Lake Shore Dr. W., Brocton. Free programs, but park admission fee applies. Meet at recreation hall. Christmas in July theme. 10 a.m.: Reindeer games. 10:45 a.m.: Holiday craft. 12:30 p.m.

North East Gibson Park Open Market

North East, PA, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weekly themes, live music, vendors, food.

Dunkirk Historical Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum 200th anniversary Crafts on the Lake

1 Point Drive N. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Artisans, crafters, food vendors, basket raffle. Special pricing for museum tours. Lighthouse is open daily for tours, check website for daily times and full schedule of events see www.dunkirklighthouse.com

Chautauqua County Humane Society Pet Pals Discovery Day

Southern Chautauqua County Federal Credit Union Training Center, 110 Mall Boulevard, Lakewood, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free, hand-on family event. Children can rotate through interactive stations, creative projects, story time, earn prizes. Designed to know what pets need to feel safe, comfortable, cared for.

World Series of Wheels Car Show

Bergman Park, 487 Baker St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gates open at 9, $3 per person, free under age 12. $10 car registration. Trophies. Food, craft vendors, bounce house, sponsor displays, music by DJ Carmello. All proceeds benefit 2026 Babe Ruth Series in Diethrich Park Aug. 15 to 22.

Gowanda Farmers & Artisan Market

Main Street municipal parking lot, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local farmers, artisans, bakers, small businesses offer fresh produce, handmade goods, crafts, treats.

Jimmy Buffet Tribute Weekend at Peek'n Peak

1405 Olde Road, Clymer. Corona Beach Party (DJ Campbell) Pool Complex 12 to 4 p.m.; flip flops, straw hats happy hour resort -wide 5 to 6 p.m.; Margarita Island Bash + Suns of Beaches 5 to 10 p.m.; After party (Lopaka Rootz & Friends) Bistro 210 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Wear tropical attire for chance at prizes.

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.

Mrs. Roper's Dunkirk Beach Bar Crawl

Starts at Beach Dog Grill at Wright Park Beach, walk to Steelbound Brewery, 64 on the Rocks, Spike Daily's Irish Pub, Off the Hook. Signature theme drinks including mocktails at each bar. Costume prizes.

WNY Fiddle Kids

Gowanda Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., 2 p.m. Led by former NYS Fiddle Champion Heather Smith Pennington. $6.

"BIG FISH" musical

Main Street Studios, 50 Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Edward Bloom's Life is filled with dazzling, larger-than-life tales of witches, giants and impossible adventures. As he nears the end, his son Will searches for the truth behind the magic, questioning what's real and what's myth. Big Fish is a heartfelt musical about storytelling, wonder and the extraordinary power of imagination. Tickets $20 adults, $15 students/seniors. Another performance 7:30 p.m.

Long Point State Park Education Station

4459 Route 430, Bemus Point, 2:45 to 3:30 p.m. Free program, but park admission fee applies. Hands-on fun activities.

The Floyd Concept (Pink Floyd Tribute) with special guest Slim & Red

Southern Tier Brewing Company, 2072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, 3 to 6 p.m. Slim & Red, 8 to 11 p.m. Floyd Concept. Free event, family, pet friendly.

Mayville's Saturday Evening Market

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

Beats at the Brix featuring Smokin' 45

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

Music on the Boardwalk

Boardwalk Market, 8 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m. Live musical performance by Cold Shot Trio.

Murder Mystery: Dinner Experience at Northwest Arena

319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 6 to 9 p.m. Interactive western murder mystery, buffet dinner. $60. Cash bar. Reservations at https://www.lakeandlanternevents.com/store-B58X8

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Omnipresent Puppet Theater

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m.

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: Schibettas & Friends.

Sunset Bay music

Beach Club, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving. "Ladies Only Disco" at 6:30 p.m.; DJ Felony "XMAS in July" at 9 p.m.

Lake Shore Center for the Arts presents: "The Gin Game"

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. 1978 Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatic 2 -character comedy about residents of a shabby nursing home. $20. Tickets at lakeshorecenterforthearts.com/gin-game/

Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater presents: "The Last Five Years" – a Broadway hit musical by Jason Robert Brown

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Starring Brandon Mecklenburg, Kimberly Merrill. $5.

Cinema Series: "Disclosure Day"

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Sci‑fi thriller about the lead‑up to a worldwide revelation that humanity is not alone $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

SUNDAY, JULY 26

Findley Lake Triathlon Festival

The Camp at Findley, 2334 Sunnyside Road, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sprint & Olympic Triathlon & Aquabike. Several options. Call 716 353-1288 for details. Registration required.

Rotary Club of Dunkirk-Fredonia Fly-in Breakfast

Chautauqua County Airport, 3389 Middle Road, Dunkirk, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. All you can eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee, juice, milk, decaf. $12 adults, $6 ages 2 to 12. Under age 2, pilots, their guests eat free. Many airplanes on display, vendor/craft fair, 50/50, basket raffle. Featured plane "Whiskey-7" WWII C-47 from the National Warplane Museum in Geneseo. Civil Air Patrol Flight Simulator. See the Rotary website for link to pre-purchase Whiskey-7 rides. Recognition of aviation legend Louis Nalbone.

Jimmy Buffet Tribute Weekend at Peek'n Peak

1405 Olde Road, Clymer. Breakfast in Paradise buffet, bloody Mary, mimosa bar 8 to 11:30 a.m. Bistro 210. Wear tropical attire for chance at prizes.

Jazz & Blues weekend

Village of Ellicottville.

Chautauqua County Fair

1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Mini Stage events include non-denominational church service, 96th Highlanders, Unbelievable Comedy Magic, NuJuice Solo. 4-H County Fair Fun Horse Show at Horse Show Arena. Circus Incredible, midway, exhibits, food, more. Grandstand event : Demolition Derby.

RO Foundation Golf Tournament

The Vineyards Country Club, 4696 Berry Road, Fredonia, registration 8 a.m., shot gun start 9 a.m. Lunch, dinner included. 50/50, raffle, betting holes. $120 pp, members pay $80. Proceeds assist local patients, families with unexpected transportation expenses.

Dunkirk Historical Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum 200th anniversary Crafts on the Lake

1 Point Drive N. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Artisans, crafters, food vendors, basket raffle. Special pricing for museum tours. Lighthouse is open daily for tours, check website for daily times and full schedule of events see www.dunkirklighthouse.com

Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue annual yard sale

7540 N. Gale St., Westfield, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Support NCCR . For details, call 716 326-2015 or see www.caninerescue.org

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School yard sale

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Dunkirk Historical Lighthouse and Veterans Park Museum 200th anniversary Crafts on the Lake

1 Point Drive N. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Artisans, crafters, food vendors, basket raffle. Special pricing for museum tours. Lighthouse is open daily for tours, check website for daily times and full schedule of events see www.dunkirklighthouse.com

Sunset Bay Bags on the Beach Cornhole Tournament

Sunset Bay Beach Club, 12911 Iola Drive, Irving, 1 p.m. Pre-register. Call 716 934-4847.

Cassadaga Farmers' Market

Ames Commons, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Fresh produce, more. Accepts SNAP, FMNP, Fresh Connect.

SINGO for a Cause – fundraiser for Lakeshore Humane Society

Liberty Vineyards & Winery, 2861 Route 20 in Sheridan, 1 to 3 p.m. Free admission, opportunities to support LHS, including basket raffle. (There is no age limit, but those selecting prizes containing alcohol must be 21 or over.) SINGO is similar to bingo with songs instead of numbers. LHS information table. Liberty will sell beverages, snacks. No outside food/drinks.

Craig M. Sutton Sr. Memorial Car Show

American Legion Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 1 to 5 p.m. Free admission, music by Zen City. Door prizes, 50/50, basket raffles. Donations go toward Chautauqua Rural Ministry, Tunnel for Towers.

American Legion Post 59 therapy dog session

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

Lake Shore Center for the Arts presents: "The Gin Game"

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 2 p.m. 1978 Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatic 2-character comedy about residents of a shabby nursing home. $20. Tickets at lakeshorecenterforthearts.com/gin-game/

Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater presents: "The Last Five Years" – a Broadway hit musical by Jason Robert Brown

39 W. Main St., 2 p.m. Starring Brandon Mecklenburg, Kimberly Merrill. $5.

Rock the Lake: Brass Transit – Chicago Tribute

Hartley Park, Terrace and Chautauqua Avenues, Lakewood, 2 p.m. Free event. Bring seating. Food trucks.

Cassadaga Lakes Summer Concert Series – headliner OsbornNash (folk, pop, country)

Cassadaga's Floating Stage, Park Avenue. Opening band 4 to 5 p.m., OsbornNash 5 to 7 p.m. Refreshments available for purchase or bring own. Rain location: Fire hall or Legion.

Sunset Bay presents: Screaming Pineapples

Cabana Sam's, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m.

MONDAY, JULY 27

Sheridan Historical Society Trustees meeting

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

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Building Healthy Habits #3

536 Central Ave., 2 to 3 p.m. Call 716 366-2511.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Unearth Your Talent: Flower Pounding with Brenda Nickerson

15 Main St., 5 to 7 p.m. $10 fee.

Chautauqua-Conewango Consortium presents: Science on a Steamboat

Chautauqua Belle, Mayville Dock, 78 Water St., 5:15 to 7:45 p.m. Guest speaker Dr. Sherri Mason will discuss lake ecology, how to protect our waters. $37.50 ages 13+, use code "EXPLORE" at check-out for regular adult tickets. Go to 269Belle.com

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Unearth your garden – family gardening program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Boots in the Sand Line Dance Night at Sunset Bay Beach Club

12911 Iola Drive, Irving, 7 to 11 p.m. All ages. No cover charge. DJ 716, DJ Hypetrain. Drink specials, food.

TUESDAY, JULY 28

NYSOH Marketplace insurance advice

Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Health Insurance Navigator Ashley will offer free assistance with questions about health insurance including enrollment help. Call 716 525-0908.

Patterson Library presents: Wellness workshop with Sarah Khan

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

Music in Cherry Creek Park – Ion Sky

Ball Park, Main Street, Route 83, 5 to 8 p.m. Food vendor, sweet treats available. Recommend bringing own seating.

Silver Creek Music in the Park – Cash Cadillac (Classic Car Cruise Night)

Village Ball Park, 6 to 9 p.m. Bring own cooler, chair. Food trucks, vendors available. Classic cars welcome.

Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280 cruise night

228 Maple Ave., 6 to 9 p.m. Rain date July 29.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Dried Flower Bookmarks

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Ages 18+. Advance registration. Call 716 934-3468.

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: Krossbones.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Digging into your family's stories

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m.

Tuesday Night Yoga at Dunkirk Lighthouse

1 Lighthouse Point Drive. Begins 1 hour before sunset. Check the Dunkirk Lighthouse Facebook page for exact time.

Sunset Bay presents: Terry Buchwald

Cabana Sam's, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m.

Cinema Series: "Disclosure Day"

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Sci‑fi thriller about the lead‑up to a worldwide revelation that humanity is not alone $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

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