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Grape Belt Seniors list coming events

The Grape Belt Seniors meet at the Masonic Lodge in Fredonia on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 9 to 10 a.m. for aerobics and weights class. Membership for 2026 is past due now and you can stop by the Lodge on those three mornings to pay them, also new members are always welcome. Day trips coming up for this year are: — March 31 to the Seneca Niagara Casino, cost is $35 and you will receive $45 in Casino incentives. Please call ASAP to get on this trip. Filling fast! We leave from Walmart at 9:30 and return at 5:30. — April 19 is the performance of “Jesus Christ ...

County’s connection to independence part of Opera House event

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center will present the next program in its 2026 Here & There – Chautauqua County History, Travelers and Memories series on Thursday at 7 p.m. America celebrates the 250th Anniversary of its independence this year; and all across the nation ...

Humane Society begins capital campaign

The Chautauqua County Humane Society is accepting contributions for its new capital campaign. The overhaul of renovations is looking to better fill the needs of the organization while also better serving the community members that support the Humane Society. Coordinators say increased community connection, and additional animal space, will enhance the lives of all the residents and pets that they serve. The capital campaign is a $7 million project that will transform the facility, and allow stronger programs from the CCHS. Campaign Co-Chair Stephanie Malinowski stated that the ...

Coming up …

MONDAY, MARCH 9 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.. Triple P-Positive Parenting Program/support group for parents of children ages 0 to 12 Jamestown Prendergast Library, 509 Cherry St., 5 to 7 p.m. Free event. Virtual options available. To register, call 716 664-4582. Triple P-Positive Parenting Program/support group for parents of teenagers 13 to 15 ...

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Preceptor Beta Epsilon Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi towel bingo BROCTON — On Sunday, the Preceptor Beta Epsilon Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi is sponsoring its 23rd Annual Towel Bingo at the Brocton American Legion Post 434, Main Street, from 1 to 4 p.m. Doors will open at noon. A variety of colorful bath and beach towels are available for winners of this unique bingo game using Player's Cards instead of regular Bingo Cards. A Chinese Auction and 50-50 drawings will be held during the afternoon and a variety of delicious treats will be served during the intermission. Free punch and ...

Silver Creek Seniors meet

SILVER CREEK – The Silver Creek Seniors met on March 3 with 19 members present. President Randy Nurmi opened the meeting with all saying the Pledge of Allegiance and singing God Bless America. The lunch was pizza, fresh vegetables and a delicious cake. Winners of the door prizes were Annie Griem and Jeanne Blakely. Wheel of fortune lucky winners were Eleanor Lemiszko, Joe Dolce (twice), Jan Polisoto, Randy, and Tony Borrello. The 50-50 lucky winners included Annie, Deanna Borrello and Gene Chesbro. Lorrie Newman called bingo and the winners were: Eleanor (3 times), Wayne Hotelling, ...