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FRIDAY, OCT. 9
Roblin Steel Coffee group
Crossroads Diner, 2705 Main Road, Sheridan, 9 a.m. Former employees, families welcome.
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)
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: How Did it End? Nuremberg from a Historical Perspective
Virtual event, 12 to 1 p.m. For registration information, see the website roberthjackson.org or call 716 483-6646.
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.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Homeschool Tribe
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 p.m. Empower, share, connect, discover, learn, create with other Homeschooling families in the community.
CREATE Project documentary "Tradition, Trauma & Tenderness" broadcast
WNED-TV, 4:30 p.m. Features Native American traditional artists Bill Crouse, Sandy Dowdy, Peter Jones, Kari Kennedy, others.
Flights of Feathers: Migratory Birds exhibition opening reception at RTPI
Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5 to 7 p.m. Peterson's original paintings, ink drawings, pencil sketches, photos. Live music, charcuterie. Cash bar, nonalcoholic beverages available.
Folk in Fredonia presents: "Low Lily"
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Trio featuring guitars, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, vocals. $23 adults, $20 Opera House members, $10 students.
Struthers Library Theatre presents: "Lez Zepplin: Led Zepplin Tribute"
302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 8 p.m. $35. All seats reserved.
SATURDAY, OCT. 10
Peek'n Peak Fall Festival
1405 Olde Road, Clymer. Over 100 vendors, farmers' market. Kids' zone: Balloon by Nat, pony rides 12 to 4 p.m. expERIEnce Children's Museum 12 to 4. Pumpkin cannon. Ski lift rides, snowsports equipment sale. Car show, judging at 1 p.m. Live music with Tiny Music. All outlets are cashless.
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.
Apple Butter Festival
W. Portland Baptist Church, 7081 E. Route 20, Westfield, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Old fashioned kettle-cooked and prepared apple butter, over 40 vendors, produce, grape pies, Luppa's homemade apple pies, food vendors. Free face painting for youth from 11 a.m. to noon. Free weatherization kits, giveaways, drawings. Chinese auction. Profits benefit Brocton/Portland Food Pantry (Nina's Kitchen). For details, call Luppa Henry 716 640-3417.Free admission.
East Dunkirk Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary indoor yard sale, vendor sale
10949 S. Roberts Road, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Multiple yard sale vendors, crafting, sports memorabilia, Tastefully Simple, Paparazzi jewelry. Als0 50/50, basket raffle, lottery ticket raffle, refreshments available.
Chautauqua Lake Men of Integrity Promise Keepers event: Wake Up Call
Bemus Point Methodist Church, 4954 Bemus-Ellery Road, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Speakers, worship service.For more info, see https://promisekeepers.org/wakeupcall
Fredonia Fire Department Open House
80 W. Main St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Recruitment information, museum, station tours, STAT medivac, Red Cross, fire extinguisher demo, vehicle extraction demo, free hot dogs, drinks, firefighter fitness, pumpkin decorating, coloring, bicycle, community safety, interactive demos, more.
Vets Finding Vets Fenton Canteen
Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Veterans of all ages encouraged to drop in for coffee and conversation. For details, call Barb Cessna 716 664-6256.
Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Little Explorers – Falling Leaves
1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 to 8 with adult. Adults $12, Nature Center members $9, children 3 to 8 $9. Indoors and outdoors. Paid reservations by previous Thursday. Call 716 569-2345.
Annual pumpkin giveaway
First Baptist Church, 59 S. Erie St., Mayville, 10 a.m. Complimentary pumpkins available.
Darwin R. Library presents: Tree Identification Workshop, Cemetery Walk
Tree ID workshop 11 a.m. in Barker's Steel Room, 7 Day St., Fredonia. Pioneer Cemetery tree, history walk 12 p.m. Attend one or both. Register at 716 672-8051. Ages 12+
Fredonia Methodist Church Weidner's drive-through chicken barbecue
25 Church St., 11 a.m. until sold out. $16 presale at church office or call 716 679-1513.
Leon Historical Society "Path Through History" event
1836 Historic Church, 12264 Cherry Creek Hill Road, Conewango Valley, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Historic displays, basket making demo, Amish baked goods, quilts, crafts for sale. Register for free Amish car tour worth $60.
Seymour Cassadaga Library presents: "Turtle Time Story Hour"
18 Maple Ave., 11 a.m. Children can listen to a story, meet friendly turtles.
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.
Forestville Order of the Eastern Star towel bingo
Forestville Masonic Lodge, 22 Main St., doors open at 12 p.m., games start at 1 p.m. Refreshments served. Fun for all ages.
Luci Fest: A Benefit for Bats
Elma Village Green, 3007 Bowen Road, Elma, 12 to 5 p.m. Presented by Buffalo Bat Habitat and Third Floor Productions, proceeds support the Ripley Bat House. Food trucks, live music with local bands Edge of Sundown and FMX The Fleetwood Mac Experience. Buffalo Bat Habitat's Executive Director Dr. Jonathan Townsend will provide educational programming.
Saints & Sinners Cemetery Tours
Lakeview Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown. Historically informative. Horse-drawn carriage tour times: 12, 1, 2, 3, 4 p.m. $25 each. Walking tour times: 5, 5:20, 5:40, 6, 6:20, 6:40, 7, 7:20, 7:40, 8, 8:20, 8:40 p.m. Presale $15 non-members, $10 members, $2 under 18. $2 more day of. Call 716 664-6256 for booking. Limited spots.
Live at the Met: Cosi fan tutte
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Reimagining of Mozart's satirical comedy inspired by Coney Island in 1950's. $20, $18 Opera House members, $10 students.
Kite Making workshop
Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 1 to 2 p.m. Instructor Mike Jabot will explain how scientists use kites to study lower atmosphere, also how animals, birds use it. Participants can fly their newly-made decorated kites on the property. $5 members, $10 non-members.
Beginner Naalbinding workshop
Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 2 p.m Learn basics of ancient Scandinavian stitch to make coasters with upcycled materials. Supplies furnished. $25 per person, $20 BHS members.. Ages 12+ Must pre-register. Email bustihistorical.edu@gmail.com
Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal
Erie Avenue, Park Street, Gowanda, 4 to 6 p.m., or until gone. Take out only. Menu: chicken alfredo over pasta, vegetable, fruit, bread, cookie. Free will donations are appreciated but not necessary. All welcome.
Camp Onyahsa annual cash for camp fundraiser
5411 E. Lake Road, Dewittville, 5 to 7 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, raffles, baskets, cash prizes, after-hours campfire. Honoring Bruce and Juline Battler. $100 for two adults, entry into cash raffle. See office@onyahsa
American Flag Retirement Ceremony
161 Chautauqua Road, Fredonia, 6 p.m. In honor of the flag and all it represents, proper retirement of worn and damaged American flags.
Ripley Public Library presents Halloween Murder Mystery
Noble Winery, 8630 Hardscrabble Road, Westfield, 6 p.m. Students from Chautauqua Lake Central, North East school district will perform "Evil Never Dies."$25 includes performance, appetizers, glass of wine. Limited seating. Purchase tickets at Ripley Library or winery.
Dunkirk Lakeshore Bowling Association Boozy Bingo night
Sheridan VFW Post 6390, 2556 Main Road (Route 20), doors open at 6, bingo starts 7 p.m. $5 admission includes beer, pop, one set of bingo cards. Bingo players must be 21, over. Also 50/50s, lottery tree raffle.
Sing-A-Long-A: The Greatest Showman
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 to 10 p.m. Live host will teach dance moves, demonstrate use of interactive prop bag. Fancy dress encouraged. $17 to $27.50.
Cinema Series: "Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie"
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Inspired by Rushdie’s memoir "Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder," explores his recovery through his wife's personal footage. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.
Erie Philharmonic Symphonic Series – Cinematic Splendor Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 7:30 p.m.
Angry Bird BBQ Fall Music Series
302 Lynx St., Dunkirk, 8 to 11 p.m. Featuring Bugeye and the Flashbacks.
SUNDAY, OCT. 11
Chautauqua Lake Bassmasters Team/Solo Open Bass Tournament
Out of Chautauqua Lake Prendergast Boat Launch, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $100 entry fee. Weather depending.
American Legion Post 59 Weidner's chicken barbecue
156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. until sold out. $15. Drive through or dine in. Proceeds go toward parking lot improvements.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua County service
222 Temple St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. Speaker Rev. Ron Skowronski will address "The Truth About Courage" during the service. Public welcome. Zoom link available. Website is uucnc.org
Oktoberfest, steinholding contest
Wicked Warrens Jamestown, 119 W. Third St., 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free admission. German food, beer, music, contests. Bring your stein. Dress the part.
Peek'n Peak Fall Festival
1405 Olde Road, Clymer. Over 100 vendors, farmers' market. Kids' zone: Balloon by Nat, pony rides 12 to 4 p.m. Jungle Terry, Cracker Jack Farms. Pumpkin cannon. Ski lift rides, snowsports equipment sale. Live music with The Swamp Yankees. All outlets are cashless.
Fenton History Center's Mausoleum and More tours
Lake View Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, 6:30 to 9 p.m., stepping off every half hour. Tours an hour long, feature treat, warm cider at conclusion. Fenton mausoleum will be featured, with characters Gov. and Mrs. Fenton telling their stories. $20 members, $25 non-members. Reserve at 716 664-6256.
Robert H. Jackson statue lighting ceremony
305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. brief remarks, 7:15 statue lighting. Seasonal hot cider on the porch. Free event, open to public.
MONDAY, OCT. 12
Audubon Community Nature Center free admission on Indigenous People's Day
1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nature Center building has 3 floors of indoor interactive exhibits, live animals, Blue Heron gift shop. Six miles of trails on the grounds.
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..
Alma de Mexico Dancers with Fredonia World Mallets Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, Multipurpose Room, 7 p.m.
Fredonia Student Keyboard Association #2
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.