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THURSDAY, OCT. 22

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.

Chautauqua County Ethics Board meeting

Gerace Office Building, room 331, 3 N. Erie St., Mayville, 1 p.m. For details or agenda, call the liaison at 716 753-4396.

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.

Patterson Library presents: David Seehausen – "Outsider Art in the South"

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5:30 p.m.

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.

Fiction reading by guest writer Emrys Donaldson

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marion Art Gallery, 7 p.m. Author will share excerpts of his short story collection, "The Iridescents," highlighting how the LGBQT+ community transforms every day acts of support and survival into miracles.

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, OCT. 23

Office for Aging Services Medicare presentation

Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., Jamestown, Third floor, 10 a.m. Opportunity for individual plan discussions following program. Bring Medicare card, list of meds, e-mail address. Limited seating.

Patterson Library presents: Showing of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone"

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 12 p.m., also 2 p.m., 4 p.m. Free popcorn.

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.

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.

Patterson Library presents: reception for artist Myriam Mayshark

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 13 Walls Exhibition Space, 4 to 5 p.m.

Celebration for John Way's 82nd birthday

Vets of WWII , 216 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 4 to 8 p.m. Live music with Maria Sebastian 5 to 7 p.m. Free food, drink specials. Bring dish to pass. Open to all.

Hallowine Weekend at Merritt Winery

2264 King Road, Forestville, 6 to 8 p.m. Trivia night. Play in groups up to 4, chance for gift basket prize worth $100. Wear a costume, free wine tasting all weekend.

Life with the Pepperonis at The Spire Theater

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 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

Fredonia Immersive Theatre's "Terror in the Trees"

SUNY Fredonia's Wood Lot, 7 to 10 p.m. Features all student actors, crew. Theme: "Meat the Family." Tickets sold at entrance $5 students, $8 non-students.

Movies at the Reg: "The Odyssey"

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m.Stars Matt Damon as Greek king Odysseus, follows his perilous journey home after the Trojan war. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: "Cabaret"

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, Robert W. Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $25 advance, $30 door; student $10 advance, $15 door. Set in Berlin, Germany in 1930's, follows the relationship between a writer and nightclub singer against the backdrop of the Nazi rise to power.

Main Street Studios 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. 24

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.

Celeron Fire Department Auxiliary fall craft show

Fire Hall, 92 Dunham Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, vendors, food, bake sale, Halloween basket raffle.

CLSC Book Club

3 Lakes Cafe, 11 S. Main St., Cassadaga, 9 to 11 p.m. Book selection: "Anxious People" by Fredrick Backman.

Chautauqua County 4-H Dog Wellness Day

JCC Carnahan Center Multi-Room, 241 James Ave., Jamestown, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For school-aged youth, their families. Dog behavior, veterinary science, dog enrichment, dog nutrition, health, science of dog training, police dog demonstration. Leave dogs at home. For details, call 716 664-9502

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Alstar EMS, 738 Monroe St., Dunkirk or The Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free, anonymous, no questions asked. Liquids, needles not accepted.

Cassadaga Valley Central School Research Forest tour

5935 Route 60, Sinclairville, middle school/high school parking lot, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tour, presentation by Cornell University forester Peter Smallidge. School, community members welcome. Register at docs.google.com/forms/d/173rZE4F-zVKSFSYamsl6e8DCrk4s3Q4RssDt94hbt0w/viewform?edit_requested=true.

Fright Fest at Falconer Power Sports

Harley-Davidson of Jamestown, 1951 E. Main St., Falconer, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Candy, snacks, drinks, costume contest adult/kid/pet, prizes, selfie station, live music with Russ Delong 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Plant swap

Mike's Nursery, 199 E. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, large greenhouse, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Trade/buy/sell any, all things houseplant-related. No pre-registration required.

Fredonia-Pomfret's Recreation Department Trunk or Treat

Russell Joy Park, 105 Howard Ave., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Family-friendly fun.

Patterson Library presents: Harry Potter-themed Halloween party

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Costumes encouraged.

Seymour Library Cassadaga presents: Read to the library pups

18 Maple St., 11 a.m.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 annual vendor fair

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave.

Hallowine Weekend at Merritt Winery

2264 King Road, Forestville, 11 a.m to 4 p.m. Pumpkin painting. $8 gets a pumpkin, access to all painting supplies. Can buy grilled hot dogs, apple cider, wine, wine slush. Bounce house for kids. Wear a costume, free wine tasting all weekend.

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.

Art in the Afternoon: "SIX The Musical Live”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Captured live at London's Vaudeville Theatre, features a high-energy soundtrack as Henry VIII's 6 wives step out of their husband's shadow to claim the spotlight. $15 adults, $10 students.

Mason Safe Trick-or-Treat

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, 1 to 4 p.m. Children must be accompanied by parent/guardian..

Trunk or Treat in the Park

Long Point State Park, Pavilion parking area, 4459 Route 430, Bemus Point, 1 to 4 p.m. Also visits from emergency services, campfire with s'mores, crafts with park recreation staff.

Chautauqua Tennis Club open house

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, Floral Hall, 1078 Central Ave., 1 to 3 p.m. All levels of tennis players invited, all ages encouraged to learn the game..

Classic music for trumpet and organ concert

Trinity Episcopal Church, 11 Day St., Fredonia, 1 p.m. Free event featuring Ethan Wellington, trumpet; Don Fellows, organ.

Brian Tomaszewski – A Broadway Adventure

Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield. 2 to 4 p.m. $20. One man show with banjo, guitar, tin whistle, percussion, ball, club juggling, storytelling..

Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies clinic

Gerry Highway Department, 4675 Route 60, 2 to 4 pm.. Animals must be pre-registered. For dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. Register at healthyCHQ.com/rabies, view calendar of upcoming clinics. Bring all previous vaccination records and remain in car, dogs on a leash, cats in a carrier.

City of Jamestown Riverwalk Trick or Treat Trail

Greater Jamestown Riverwalk, Washington Street Bridge to Panzarella Park, 5 to 7 p.m. Local businesses, organizations, community groups, City departments will hand out treats.

TLV Children's Halloween party

TLV Center, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Bring carved/decorated pumpkin for contest. Costume contest. Snacks. Children must be accompanied by adult. Adults can dress up, too. Trick or treating hallway.

Down the Rabbit Hole Halloween party at Chautauqua Art Gallery

318 N. Main St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Optical illusion, UV light features. Costumes encouraged, all ages welcome.

Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner with WNY Improv

Liberty Vineyards & Winery, 2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.. $55 per person plus tax, Halloween-themed buffet by 3C's Catering. Cash bar. Assigned seating. Call 716 672-4520.

Life with the Pepperonis at The Spire Theater

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 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

Fredonia Immersive Theatre's "Terror in the Trees"

SUNY Fredonia's Wood Lot, 7 to 10 p.m. Features all student actors, crew. Theme: "Meat the Family." Tickets sold at entrance $5 students, $8 non-students.

Trunk or Treat at SES

Sinclairville Elementary School, 43 Sinclair Drive 7 to 8 p.m.

Cinema Series: "Runner"

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Former soldier (Alan Ritchson) is thrown into a brutal race against time when a crucial medical delivery makes him, his partner (Owen Wilson) targets of a ruthless cartel. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: "Cabaret"

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, Robert W. Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $25 advance, $30 door; student $10 advance, $15 door. Set in Berlin, Germany in 1930's, follows the relationship between a writer and nightclub singer against the backdrop of the Nazi rise to power.

Main Street Studios 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.

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series – Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert

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 Henry's Summer Kitchen.

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.

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