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Sherman Day
Mill Street, weekend includes vendors, chicken barbecue, family events, live music, more. Also bonfire, cornhole tournament.,
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.
Revolutionary Spies and Lies
Midway State Park, 4859 Route 43, Bemus Point, 10 to 10:45 a.m. Fun, educational program. Learn how spies, code helped win the war, why New York was so important.
Darwin R. Barker Library, Penn Dixie Fossil Park present: DINOS
7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Discover what it takes to be a real paleontologist from field to laboratory. See real dinosaur specimens, take home a piece of history. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051.
St. John's Church hot dog sale
733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wild Weekend at the Botany Barn
8888 Glasgow Road, Fredonia, 12 to 5 p.m. Free to attend. 12:30 p.m.: Western NY PRISM Walk and talk about Invasive Species Management; 2 p.m.: Yard Smarts with Carol Markham; 3:30 p.m.: Greystone Nature Preserve "Earth Healing" Walk. All day: Audubon Kids Activities Table. Raffles, scavenger hunt, prizes, more.
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)
Great Rhythm Revival
Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. Drumming, ecstatic dance, movement, transformative writing, expressive art, sound healing, yoga, energy medicine, firecircle, more. Healthy food. Outside with tents.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3 to 6:30 p.m. Ages 11 to 18.
131st Ellington Town Picnic
North Park Street, 5 p.m. vendors open, music by James Patrick Hackett. 6 p.m. fire truck pull on Mill Street. 6:30 p.m. crowning of Miss Ellington. 7 p.m. music by Happy Days Band (50's music). Prize for best 50's costume.
Randolph music series – JB Martin, Smolin' Dog
Movies at the Reg: "Disclosure Day"
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. From Spielberg, stars Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor. Sci‑fi thriller about the lead‑up to a worldwide revelation that humanity is not alone. 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.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: movie in the Commons
37 W. Main St., Brocton, yard behind the library, dusk. Family-friendly G or PG dinosaur-themed movie. Bring chair or blanket.
An Evening with Amy Grant at Chautauqua Institution
Route 394, 8 p.m. $55 to $115. ticketoffice@chq.org
Sunset Bay presents: Tom Petty Tribute
Beach Club, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 8:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, AUG. 1
Lake Erie Grape Discovery Center Grape Belt Golf Open
Details TBA
Sherman Day
Mill Street, weekend includes vendors, chicken barbecue, family events, live music, more. 5K run/walk, parade, volleyball tournament, games, bounce house, ax throwing, dunk booth, duck race, horse and wagon rides, petting zoo.
Bemus Point Summer Fest
Shopping, dining, recreation, entertainment at local businesses. Treasure hunt.
Great Rhythm Revival
Heron Farm and Event Center, 2361 Waits Corner Road, Panama. Drumming, ecstatic dance, movement, transformative writing, expressive art, sound healing, yoga, energy medicine, firecircle, more. Healthy food. Outside with tents.
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.
Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees meeting
Central Station Restaurant, 332 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees welcome.
Cattaraugus County Fair
501 Erie St., Little Valley. Vendors, food, family entertainment, animals, midway games, rides. DerbyDog Demolition Derby Night.,
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
131st Ellington Town Picnic
North Park Street, 9:30 a.m. registration for baby parade, 10 a.m. baby parade; 10:30 pet show (leashed or in carrier); 11 a.m. wood cutting contest; 11:30 volunteer fire dept. chicken barbecue; 12 p.m. children's games; 12:30 music by Jamestown Municipal Band; 1 p.m. bounce about inflatables; 1:30 p.m. family bingo at fire hall; 2 p.m. winners, live auction for decorated cupcakes, cakes; 3 p.m. music by Tennessee whiskey; 4 p.m. petting zoo; 4:30 p.m. smorgasbord dinner at fire hall; 6 p.m. parade down Main Street; 7 p.m. music by Bottoms Up with Brian Hicks; 10 p.m. fireworks.
Chautauqua Region Vintage Book, Paper Show, sale
Chautauqua Suites, Hotel & Expo Center, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $5. Browse antiquarian books, photography. Postcards, maps, comic books, ephemera, historic documents.
Dunkirk Historical Museum exhibit opening: "That 70's Exhibit"
Washington Ave., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Retrospective of Dunkirk in the 70's, featuring the career of Dunkirk native Mark Brazill, creator of "That 70's Show."
Veterans 4 Christ Family Fishing & Fun Day
Westfield Fish & Game, 8101 Ogden Road, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. No cost to veterans, immediate family. Hot dogs, burgers, salads, drinks. 2 large ponds to fish, pole tackle available on site. Playground, live music, many giveaways. Call 716 640-9883.
Chautauqua Lake Child Care Center 20th anniversary open house
100 N. Erie St., Mayville, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tours of the center, family-friendly activities for children refreshments, anniversary festivities.,
North East Gibson Park Open Market
North East, PA, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weekly themes, live music, vendors, food.
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.
Lake Erie State Park Interpretive program
5838 Lake Shore Dr. W., Brocton. Free programs, but park admission fee applies. Meet at recreation hall. 10 a.m.: Wetland creatures. Explore. 10:45 a.m.: Friendship bracelets – create beaded or paracord bracelets. 12:30 p.m: Nature walk.
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.
Lakeshore Humane Society Saturday open adoption hours
The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from noon to 3 p.m. The public is welcome to see the dogs and cats in need of loving homes. Tours of the facility will not be given. Individual appointments are available throughout the week by leaving a message at 716 672-1991; press "1" for dogs or "2" for cats. One must be 21 years of age or older to adopt a pet. The Cat’s Meow Boutique will be open for purchases by the public. For details, call 716 672-1991.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Zine workshop
7 Day St., Fredonia, Steele Room, 12 to 1 p.m. Ages entering fifth grade to entering twelfth grade. No experience required. Learn about zines, create them for self or to share these short narratives. Register at front desk.
Wild Weekend at the Botany Barn
8888 Glasgow Road, Fredonia, 12 to 5 p.m. Free to attend. 12:30 p.m.: Land Conservation with Twan Leeders; 2 p.m.: Why Native Plants are Important and Native Landscaping with Allison Hurley; 3:30 p.m.: I Love Luci- 20 Years of Little Brown Bats Conservation with Dr. Jonathan Townsend. Raffles, scavenger hunt, prizes, more.
Celebrating America 250 ice cream social
70 Prospect St., Jamestown, 1 to 3 p.m. Sponsored by Jamestown Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution. House tours available. Donations gratefully accepted.
Dog Sports Day
K9 Complex, 123 Prospect St., Sherman, 2 to 4 p.m. Sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County 4H. Geared for youth in grades K through 12, even those who aren't currently 4H members. Register by July 27 to receive goody bag to train your dog at home. Leave your dog at home to reduce distractions to demo dogs. Free event. Learn basics, see demos of agility, fast CAT, scent work, disc, barn hunt. Make a dog toy to take home, also one for Chautauqua County Humane Society.
Mayville's Saturday Evening Market
Mayville Train Depot, 16 Water St., 4 to 8 p.m. Food, vendors, special events.
"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.
Dunkirk. N.Y. to Point Place, WI.
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. A conversation with That 70's Show co-creator (and Dunkirk native) Mark Brazill. $25 adults, $23 seniors/Opera House members, $10 students.
Dolly Parton's Threads: My Songs in Symphony at Chautauqua Institution
Route 394, 8 p.m. Features Dolly on screen leading audience in a visual-musical journey of her songs, her life, her stories. Guest vocalists, musicians, bring innovative orchestrations of Dolly's hit songs. Multi-media symphonic storytelling. $55 to $95. ticketoffice@chq.org
Sunset Bay presents: Invisible Touch
Beach Club, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 9 p.m.