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WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14
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.
League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County program focusing on engagement
Unitarian Universalists meeting house, 222 Temple St., Fredonia, 3 p.m. Speakers Jill Meaux of Girl Scouts WNY; Amanda Gesing of YWCA. Public welcome. Light refreshments.
Lakeshore Coin Club monthly meeting
Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.
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 Region Quilt Guild meeting
Busti 5 Corners Community Church, 875 Mill Road, Jamestown, 6 p.m. refreshments, 6:30 p.m. meeting. Presenters Amit Taneja, Sue Davis-Gillis. Members asked to bring a favorite tool or gadget from their sewing room to share. Visitors welcome.
First Lighting of Robert H, Jackson statue
305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 7 p.m., brief ceremony at 7:15 p.m., followed by seasonal hot cider. Free, public welcome.
Movies at the Reg: "Union County"
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Will Poulter, Noah Centineo star as brothers in a court-ordered drug rehabilitation program in rural Ohio, with support from a counselor (Annette Deao).Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.
Fredonia Jazz Combos
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
THURSDAY, OCT. 15
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.
St. Rose of Lima Mass
11 Center St., Forestville, 12 p.m.
Seymour Library Stockton presents: Mary's Book Club
Town of Stockton Offices, 33 N. Main St., 3 p.m. For details, call 716 595-3822.
White Cane Awareness Day walk Baker Park, corners of W. Fourth, W. Fifth, Clinton Streets, 4:30 p.m. Following opening remarks, short walk around park, refreshments served at CBA Vision Rehabilitation Services, 510 W. Fifth St.
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.
Patterson Library presents: Ekstasis 2.0 concert
40 S. Patterson St., Westfield, 5:30 p.m.
Town Hall meeting with United States Congress candidate Aaron Gies
Sheridan VFW, 2556 Route 20, 6 p.m. He will speak, answer questions. Light refreshments.
Historical Society of Brocton & Portland meeting
Ahira Hall Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton 6 p.m.
GG My Love All Season Fashion Show at the Marvin House
2 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Admission $15. Show, wine, light refreshments. GG My Love pop-up shop. Limited seating, reservations required. Call 716 488-6206.
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.
The Town of Chautauqua and Lake Chautauqua's Steamboat Era
Chautauqua Town Hall, 2 Academy St., Mayville, Veterans' Memorial Meeting Room, 7 p.m. Presenter: Devon Taylor.
Chautauqua County History, Travelers, Memory – H.B. "Toby" Halicki and Gone in 60 Seconds
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Free admission, donations accepted. The presentation by Graham Tedesco-Blair will address the life, death and work of the visionary in the world of independent film.
Main Street Studio presents: "Carrie the Musical"
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Adults $20, $15 students/seniors. Mature themes, strong language, violence, blood effects. Parental discretion advised.
Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters in Concert
49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 p.m. This month: Rebecca Berlin, Oliver Burdo, Jennifer Rose. 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/.
Faculty Recital: Faculty Composers
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
FRIDAY, OCT. 16
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)
Seymour Library Cassadaga presents: Medicare consultations with Rebecca Poynton
18 Maple St., 12 to 6 p.m. Appointments required. Call 716 573-8783.
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.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Tie-Plated Notebooks
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 3 p.m. Registration requested. Create personalized notebooks with simple supplies. Call 716 934-3468.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Fiber Arts Meetup
7 Day St., Fredonia, 3:30 p.m. Ages 12+. No registration required. Bring any crafting supplies. Some yarn hooks available. All fiber arts welcome (knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needle felting, etc. Tea, cookies.
Patterson Library presents: closing reception for Patrick Stokes exhibit – "Faces of Ukraine"
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 13 Walls Exhibition Space, 4 to 5 p.m.
Mark Pacheco WOW Fund Lip Sync Battle to help local residents with disabling conditions
Celoron Lodge, 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, doors open 6 p.m., contest starts 8 p.m. Contestant fee $50, register in advance at 716 951-6118. Prizes. Admission at door $20, VIP $30. Must be 21 to attend. Also entertainment by Katrina Twerk Island, Coco Ross as Tina Turner. DJ Payne. 50/50s.
Everwild Land Trust Wine on the Trail at CLNP
Cassadaga Lakes Nature Park, 8131 Route 60, 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a hike with Everwild staff. Bring your 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.
Festivals Fredonia presents: Harvest Moon Cemetery Tours
Tours highlight local history with heroes, villains. 7 to 10 p.m. First trolley departs from The White Inn, 52 E. Main St. at 7 p.m., then on the half hour with the last departure at 9:30 p.m. Dress for outdoors. Witness Forest Hill Cemetery come alive. $25 per person. Walking tours 10 p.m., 11 p.m., bring flashlight. General admission $15, college students $10 with ID. Purchase online at festivalsfredonia.org
Orchesis Dance Company presents: "Orchesis Fall Showcase"
SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $10; student/child $6. Fredonia students choreograph, perform pieces in variety of styles.
Main Street Studio presents: "Carrie the Musical"
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Adults $20, $15 students/seniors. Mature themes, strong language, violence, blood effects. Parental discretion advised.
SATURDAY, OCT. 17
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 Selleena. All outlets are cashless.
Yeti Dash 5K
Ellery Town Park, 3040 Route 430, Greenhurst, registration 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. $30. Part of the Runner of the Year Series through Chautauqua County Striders. See https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Greenhurst/YetiDash
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.
W.I.L.M.A. Woolly Bear Weekend
Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds, 501 Erie St., Little Valley, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Indoor event. Free admission. Local businesses, crafters, vendors, manufacturers, artisans from Cattaraugus County. Door prize drawings, Chinese auction raffles, winter weather prediction by WILMA the Wooly Bear caterpillar, see caterpillars of close. Cider, donuts, more. First 50 adults receive $5 WILMA bucks.
Brocton Arch Festivals presents: Sweetest Day Expo and Festival
Brocton Central School school street entrance, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Vendors, food trucks, basket raffle, community groups, free drawings. Live music by Tito! Music and good vibes and the Bob Smith Quartet.
Fred Basket (Fredonia Food Pantry)
Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon. Serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, ZIP code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags given out depends on family size. Other open hours are Wednesdays 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Guests can only receive 1 helping a month.
Northern Chautauqua Community Choir fundraiser
Edwards Waterhouse Inn, 71 Central Ave., Fredonia, 12 to 2 p.m. Weidner's chicken dinner includes half chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, roll. Apple crisp, pumpkin cake, local honey available for purchase. Proceeds benefit NCCC26-27 concert season.
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.
Chautauqua County Humane Society Pet Expo
Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 12 to 4 p.m. Admission $10. Demos, hands-on learning activities, Layla's Pet Costume parade, longest art and agility course for dogs, their humans, local vendors, rescue groups, adoptable pets.
Live at the Met: McBeth
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Verdi's thrilling take on the immortal Shakespeare classic of the scheming couple determined to seize power at any cost. $20, $18 Opera House members, $10 students.
Sinclairville Baptist Church 200th birthday celebration
11 Park St., 2 to 4 p.m. RSVP to nancymain93@gmail.com
Main Street Studio presents: "Carrie the Musical"
50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Adults $20, $15 students/seniors. Mature themes, strong language, violence, blood effects. Parental discretion advised. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.
Victorian Tea Party to benefit Sinclairville Library
Park Church, 49 Sinclair Drive, 3 to 5 p.m. $15. Enjoy tea, chicken salad, rolls, scones, fruit, assorted sweets. Presentation "Fun Facts About Tea" by Harriet, HatTea's Tea Room & Cafe. Call 716 962-5885 to reserve.
Dunkirk Camp & Conference Center Halloween Happening
3602 Lake Shore Drive E., 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. $5 carload donation. Trick or treating, haunted house, costume contest, prizes, concessions, dance party.
Movies at the Reg: "Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom"
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. Clumsy Farmer trashes the pumpkin patch, Shaun turns mad scientist, things spiral out of control. Tickets $7 at box office, $9 online or by phone.
Dunkirk Elks Lodge 922 annual gun raffle
422 Central Ave., doors open at 4 p.m., raffle starts at 6 p.m. Tickets good for 1 sandwich. Other items such as beverages available for sale. Only 1 name per ticket. Gun transfers by JJ Guns and winners must pass background check. 9 gun packages, 1 crossbow package, 3 $200 cash prizes. Buy tickets at Club or call 716 680-3988 for details..
Festivals Fredonia presents: Harvest Moon Cemetery Tours
Tours highlight local history with heroes, villains. 7 to 10 p.m. First trolley departs from The White Inn, 52 E. Main St. at 7 p.m., then on the half hour with last departure at 9:30 p.m. Witness Forest Hill Cemetery come alive. $25 per person. Walking tours 10 p.m., 11 p.m., bring flashlight. General admission $15, college students $10 with ID. Purchase online at festivalsfredonia.org
Gowanda Moose Lodge dance event
20 Aldrich St., 7 to 10 p.m. Family friendly. $10 per person, $25 per family. Music by 2nd Time Around. Food, beverages available for purchase, basket rafflie, 50/50.
Orchesis Dance Company presents: "Orchesis Fall Showcase"
SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $10; student/child $6. Fredonia students choreograph, perform pieces in variety of styles.
Angry Bird BBQ Fall Music Series
302 Lynx St., Dunkirk, 8 to 11 p.m. Featuring The Freeze.
Fredonia College Symphony
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
Dunkirk Lighthouse Ghost Tours
1 Lighthouse Point Drive. Lighthouse is open daily for tours, check website for daily times and full schedule of events see www.dunkirklighthouse.com. $30 per person for ghost tour, call 716 366-5050 to reserve. Only 15 spots per ghost tour.
Life with the Pepperonis at The Spire Theater
317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 10 p.m. Original musical comedy filled with big personalities, original songs, family chaos, Swedes, Sicilians, assorted Tonys, laughs. $20 advance, $25 beginning two days prior. See InSpireJamestown.com. Opening night any high school students $10, or those dressed from homecoming, free.