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TUESDAY, SEPT. 22

SOAR Chapter 4-1 meeting

USW Local Union Hall, Fourth Street, Dunkirk, noon, lunch follows. All SOAR members, retirees welcome. For details, call 716 680-0502.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

Youngerman Center stroke/head injury support group session

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provides educational information, opportunities to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. Free, open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Contact Julie Williams, coordinator, (716) 673-4618 for more information about attending.

St. Joseph's bingo

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

Unwanted Guests: The Truth About Invasive Aquatic Plants

James Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Everwild Land Trust's Daniel Conklin will discuss practical tips, steps to protect local waters. Free event.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: All ages bingo

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Includes several rounds of grape-themed bingo, prizes, snacks. Registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Gather and Grow Native Seed Workshop

Dunkirk Community Native Garden, 101 Park Ave., 6 to 7:30 p.m. Presenters: Carol Markham, Anna Pingitore. Looks at connection between native plants, pollinators, natural world. Dress for outdoors, bring small paper bag or envelope to take home native seeds. Free, but registration appreciated. Call 716 664-2166.

Sons of the American Legion Post 59 meeting

156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 7 p.m.

Jamestown Coin Club meeting

Herman Kent Post 777 (Celoron) American Legion, 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, doors open at 6 p.m., meeting begins at 7. Door prizes, raffles, auction of coins submitted by members. $10 annual membership, guests free. For details, call 716 720-1591.

Southern Tier TEA Patriots meeting

1309 Norby Road, Jamestown, 7 p.m. County Legislators Fred Larson, Fred Johnson, will address county county fiscal issues, i.e. debate for utilization of reserve fun.

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 rncinelli@gmail.com

Cinema Series: "Peter Asher – Everywhere Man"

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Features music from Asher's career as pop star, producer, manager, creative force working alongside Paul McCartney, Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, Carole King, more. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Fredonia Student Keyboard Association

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 23

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.

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.

Chautauqua County County Executive Paul Wendel's county budget address

Chautauqua County Legislative Chambers, 3 N. Erie St., Mayville, 6:30 p.m. Takes place during Legislature meeting. Public welcome, or watch at youtube.com/@ChautauquaCounty

The Resource Center presents: "Reelabilities: 25 Prospect Street"

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. A look at the Prospect Theater – a non-profit movie theater in Connecticut with a mission of meaningful employment for people with disabilities. Free admission.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 24

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.

Veterans 4 Christ coffee, fellowship

Veterans 4 Christ office, 9 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Intro to Quilting part 2 – make a pillow

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Must have attended part 1. Learn quilting basics. Free to public, some may prefer to bring own fabric. No experience needed. Supply list provided upon registration. Call 716 792-9418.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Preschool Storytime with Miss Jill

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. Ages 2 to 5. Reading, singing, rhymes, crafts. Registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: School Age Storytime with Miss Amy

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. Ages 6 to 12. Stories, crafts, games, other activities. Registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Forestville Farmers' Market

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

Ahira Memorial Library presents: LEGO Builders (after school program)

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 2:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Pokemon Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 4 p.m. Ages 8+. Snacks, battles, optional craft. Use library's cards or bring own. Preregister. Call 716 934-3468.

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.

SUNY Fredonia School of Music Young Artists Recital Concert

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 5:30 p.m. Solo, small ensemble performances of music by both classical, contemporary composers. Free admission, donations accepted.

SUNY Intercultural Center presents: Javier Vazquez Jr.

SUNY Fredonia Williams Center, Horizon Room, 6 p.m. Topic: "From Buffalo to the Big Screen: The Power of Culture, Courage and Representation." Celebration of Hispanic Heritage month. All welcome. Light refreshments.

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.

Night at the Museum

French Creek Yorker Museum, 116 Church St., Sherman. Live music, dinner. See www.shermanny.gov

Weather permitting. Reserve by Sept. 21. Tickets $25.

Sunset Yoga at Dunkirk Lighthouse

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

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, SEPT. 25

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.

North East PA Wine Fest

Downtown area.

Gowanda Moose Lodge 1382 End of Summer Bash

201 Aldrich St., 3 p.m. Food specials, WOTM corn lawn darts at 7 p.m., live music on patio 7:30 to 11 p.m. Free camping.

VANM – Works With and on Paper at Octagon Gallery

Patterson Library, Octagon Gallery, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 7 p.m. Includes selected works from printmaking, paper arts, book arts students, SUNY Fredonia, Visual Arts and New Media, 2025-2026.

Westfield Cemetery Walk

Westfield Cemetery, Horse Drawn Carriage Tours $25 per person at 6, 7, 8 or 9 p.m. Limited seating. Walking tours $15 per adult, $5 per child at 6:30 or 7:30 p.m. Refreshments provided. For tickets, call Patterson Library 716 325-2154 during open hours. Seven actors will portray historic individuals or offer information about the past.

Everwild Land Trust Wine on the Trail walk

Mary and Tom Huhn Nature Park, 3025 Route 394 , Ashville, 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a hike with Everwild staff. Bring own wine, beer, cocktail or other beverage. Behave responsibly. Dress for outdoor conditions with closed-toe shoes. Intended audience: adults 21+. Free event. Registration appreciated. Call 716 664-2166.

Dolly Party, Book Drive to benefit Literacy Volunteers of CC/Next Chapter Bookstore

Downtown Brew, 13 Water St., Fredonia, 7 to 10 p.m. Music by DJ Gould, Dolly wine, themed cocktails on special, games, prizes. Bring new or gently used books, get $2 off first drink. CD, audiobooks also accepted.

Gowanda Community Theater presents: "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat"

Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. $11 adults, $6 seniors, students.

Movies at the Reg: "Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma "

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Young director resurrecting a slasher franchise visits the original now-reclusive star. Mayhem ensues. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Fredonia Jazz Showcase

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

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