MONDAY, MAY 6

Chautauqua County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board meeting

Gerace Office Building, 3 N. Erie St., Mayville, 9 a.m. Open to the public. For details, contact Lauren Sharp at sharpl@chqgov.com

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Chautauqua’s Got Talent

The Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Annual People’s Choice talent competition. Tickets $14, purchase at InSpirejamestown.com.

Faculty Recital: May-hem

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

TUESDAY, MAY 7

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

Master Gardeners Lunch and Learn: Food Preservation – “Gardening in a Warm World”

Via Zoom or in person at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua at JCC, Carnahan Center, 241 James St., Jamestown,or CCE of Cattaraugus, 28 Parkside Drive, Ellicottville, noon to 12:30 p.m. Pre-register required,, call 716 664-9502, ext. 224.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

Chautauqua County Planning Board Capital Projects Review meeting

Gerace Office Building, 3 N. Erie St., Mayville, Legislative Chambers Room, 1 to 5 p.m. Open to the public.For details, call Courtney Domst at 716 363-3623.

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 or (716) 673-3203, for more information about attending.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary.

St. Joseph’s bingo

Bingo will take place at St. Joseph’s parish, 145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m.; bingo begins at 7.

Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care Designer Bag Bingo fundraiser – North County

Blessed Mary Angela Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. $35/ticket or $240/table of 8. Additional cards and wallet raffle tickets $1 each. Bring own food and beverages.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Coloring for All

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Choose to color a hanging wooden mandala or love sign, a small canvas pre printed art design, or a butterfly magnet. All ages welcome. Pre-register at 716 934-3468.

Children in the Stream/ 4H Youth Fly Fishing program class

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment is needed.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8

TOPS NY No. 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.

RTPI Bird Walks

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Lodge, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. Meet by main entrance, free event. Registration encouraged. Call 716 665-2473. Field guides, binoculars helpful. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Leader: Craig D. Thompson.

Chautauqua County Land Bank Corp. monthly meeting

Gerace Office Building, room 331, N. Erie St., Mayville, 9 a.m. Public welcome.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885.

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 41 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.

Guitar Ensemble at the Prendergast Library

509 Cherry St., Jamestown, Library’s Fireplace Room, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meet and greet with the performers follows. Free, open to the public.

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.

Gowanda School Budget public hearing

6 p.m.

Movies at the Reg: Wicked Little Letters

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Mystery comedy set in a 1920s English seaside town about the trial of a rowdy Irish immigrant (Jessie Buckley) accused of sending profane letters to a conservative lady (Olivia Colman) and other townspeople. $7 admission and $1 theater restoration fee per patron.

Lake Shore Coin Club

Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., 7 p.m. Members gather for discussion, raffles, treats and coin sales. Club meets the second Wednesday of the month.

Fenton History Center Lecture Series: Brown v. Board of Education

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Speaker: Randy Elf. Donations appreciated. Those interested can attend the event in the dining room of the Gov. Reuben Fenton mansion or access streaming via Facebook.

THURSDAY, MAY 9

Thursday Knitting Group

St. Joseph’ Roman Catholic Church, 145 E. Main 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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Through the Eyes of a Friend (The Holocaust)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: School-age storytime with Miss Amy

43 Main St., SIlver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 6 to 12. Stories, crafts, games and other activities. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Preschool storytime with Miss Jill

43 Main St., SIlver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 2 to 5. Reading, singing, rhymes and fun crafts. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

CASA of Chautauqua County “Come to the Table” event

Chautauqua Suites, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville. Doors open at 5, live table raffle at 6:30 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, musical entertainment. $20 per ticket. Can purchase tickets at the door, or presale. The event features about 25 themed tables created by local artisans and CASA supporters that guests can bid on. For details, contact Kelly Fiorella at kfiorellacasa@gmail.com . Proceeds benefit abused and neglected children in Chautauqua County.

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.

Northern Chautauqua Amateur Radio Club meeting

Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk, video conference room, second floor, handicapped accessible, 6 p.m. Anyone interested in radio is welcome to attend the meetings held the second Thursday of the month. For details, email ncarc@netsync.net

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.

Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association meeting

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Open to the public free of charge.

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, MAY 10

Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce State Legislative breakfast

Chautauqua Suites Meeting and Expo Center, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 8:30 program begins. Come a bit early for breakfast buffet. Interactive event with State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andy Goodell. $25 Chamber members, $29 non-members. RSVP by May 6 at www/chautauquachamber.org.

Roblin Steel Coffee Club gathering

Demetri’s Restaurant, Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk. Former employees, family, friends always welcome.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Through the Eyes of a Friend (The Holocaust)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Grants Reception

NCCF office, 212 Lakeshore Drive W. Dunkirk, 9 to 11 a.m.

Fredonia First Methodist Church series of watercolor classes: part 6

25 Church St., 9:30 a.m. to noon. Teacher: local artist Ronnie Lafferty. Register for each class desired by texting or calling 716 640-8199. Limit of 12 per class. All painting supplies provided. Donations appreciated. Bring 2 plastic containers for water, several white paper towels, old, small clean hand towel not exposed to fabric softener, two number 2 pencils. A time of faith building devotions at each class This week: Line and shape.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to noon. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: The Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 to 2 p.m. For all who love handiwork, ages 10 and up. Bring own supplies. For knitting, bring 10/10.5 bamboo needles colored worsted weight yarn (#4). For crochet, bring a size H hook and light-colored worsted weight yarn (#4). Come and learn or come and work on a project with others who love to knit, crochet, embroider, etc.

Darwin R. Barker Library computer class: Getting Started with Canva

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 p.m. Canva is a free-to-use graphic design website where users can make posters, flyers, greeting cards, pamphlets, information-graphs and more. Watch a video presented by Tech-Talk and practice working with Canva after the video presentation. Bring own smart device/laptop or borrow one of the library’s. Registration required. Call 716 672-8051. Free of charge, all welcome.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Chess Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 3 p.m. For ages 10 and up. No registration required. For all skill levels.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History Guided Gallery Walk 311 Curtis St. Jamestown, 2 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 716 665-2473. Limit 15 people. Must be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum admission.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Folk in Fredonia: Sparky and Rhonda Rucker

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 7:30 p.m. Favorite iInstrumentalists, vocalists and storytellers the Ruckers have returned with another exceptional show. Adults $20, Opera House members $18, students $10.

SATURDAY, MAY 11

Audubon Community Nature Center bird banding

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, pavilion on west side of ACNC property, drop by during the time period of 7 to 11 a.m. Watch how they capture migrating and resident birds, fit them with identification bands, measure, weigh and then release them. If the weather is too harsh for the safety of the birds, the nets won’t be opened.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Corner of Washington Avenue and Lake Shore Drive E., across from the Clarion Hotel, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weather permitting. All types of vendors. For details, call 716 680-0958.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Fredonia Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers

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.

Gowanda Pine Hill Cemetery annual meeting

Cemetery Hill Road, 10 a.m. All lot owners and guests invited

FIve Minutes in Nature with Loud Performance

Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hop on a Kona Fat Tire Bike courtesy of Loud Performance at the Lodge at RTPI Nature Trail, explore the trails. Head to the front porch for Crown Street Roasting Company coffee tasting. Head inside at a discounted $5 admission fee to experience the exhibit Kevin Ebi: Five Minutes in Nature. Also a hands-on art activity for all ages.

Dunkirk Public School presents: Mother’s Day craft

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. Free event for kids.

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.

Mother’s Day Wine Tea

Lake Erie Grape Discovery Center, 8305 W. Main Road, Westfield, noon to 2 p.m. Lunch features tea sandwiches, fresh fruit, sweet treats. Wine punch, non-alcoholic punch, coffee, tea. Door prizes, raffle,games,shopping. $30 adults, $10 children under 10. Limited seating. Call 716 326-2003 by May 8 to reserve tickets.

Live at the Met: Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $20 adults, $18 members, $10 students. Sung in Italian with English subtitles.

Findley Lake Wine Walk

Main Street, Findley Lake, 1 to 5 p.m. Sample and purchase wines, visit shops, vendors and a food court, music by Dan Barney, lead singer of Refuge. Tickets $25 presale, $30 at the door. Includes a complimentary wine glass and Findley Lake tote bag. Purchase at the Secret Cubby. Must be 21, proof of age required.

Centaur Stride training class series for volunteers – part 3 of 4

8488 Jones Road, Westfield, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Learn horsemanship on and off the horse, how to assist with riders and other ways to volunteer at the center. Registration $50. Call 716 326-4318.

Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal

Erie Avenue and Park Street, Gowanda, take-out only, 4 to 6 p.m. or gone. The menu is pork and sauerkraut, au gratin potatoes, vegetable, bread and cookies. Free will donations appreciated but not necessary. Everyone is welcome.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Erie Philharmonic Symphonic Series: “Carmina Burana”

Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 8 p.m. For tickets see eriephil.org

SUNDAY, MAY 12

Forestville United Methodist Church Mother’s Day chicken barbecue

3 Park St., noon until sold out. Drive-through or dine in. $15 per meal includes half barbecued chicken, potato salad, potato salad, tossed salad, dinner roll and dessert. For details, call 716 965-2506.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

MONDAY, MAY 13

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

United Seniors luncheon

Kosciuszko Club, 252 Nevins St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. Send $15 to Yvonne Hennebery, PO Box 706, Dunkirk, NY 14048. Menu: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, tossed salad.

Chautauqua’s Got Talent

The Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Annual People’s Choice talent competition. Tickets $14, purchase at InSpirejamestown.com.

TUESDAY, MAY 14

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

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

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary.

St. Joseph’s bingo

Bingo will take place at St. Joseph’s parish, 145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m.; bingo begins at 7.

Fiber Arts meetup

Unitarian Universalist Church of Northern Chautauqua, 222 Temple Road, Fredonia, 6 to 8 p.m. Hosted by Jessica Lustig and Barb Albert. Join for help or company with sewing repairs, work on a quilt square for a quilt for donation, crochet, knit or weave. All welcome – all ages, affiliations and abilities. Free will donations accepted.

Children in the Stream/ 4H Youth Fly Fishing program class

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment is needed.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 meeting

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. New members welcome.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15

TOPS NY No. 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.

RTPI Bird Walks

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Lodge, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. Meet by main entrance, free event. Registration encouraged. Call 716 665-2473. Field guides, binoculars helpful. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Leader: Craig D. Thompson.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885.

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.

Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours

Music for Your Mouth, 21 S. Erie St., Mayville, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Complimentary appetizers and a cash bar. Bring business cards for networking. Chamber members invited to bring two guests on charge. Any additional guests and non-members pay $10 each. Registration appreciated, see www.chqchamber.org.

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.

Arkwright Cemetery Association meeting

Home of James Prince, 2070 Route 83, 7 p.m. All interested parties invited. For details, call 716 467-0886.

Women in Espionage in the Civil War

Ellington Farman Library, 760 Thornton Road, Ellington, 7 p.m. Presenter: ex-CIA Agent Michael Ganske. Topic: female spies during the Civil War, and the Secret Line, Codes, Flags, Balloons, etc. Case study of Harriett Tubman. Free event.

THURSDAY, MAY 16

Thursday Knitting Group

St. Joseph’ Roman Catholic Church, 145 E. Main 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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: School-age storytime with Miss Amy

43 Main St., SIlver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 6 to 12. Stories, crafts, games and other activities. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Preschool storytime with Miss Jill

43 Main St., SIlver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 2 to 5. Reading, singing, rhymes and fun crafts. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

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.

Rosary for Peace in the World

This recurring Rosary takes place on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk.

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.

Third Thursday Jamestown

Wintergarden Plaza, 313 N. Main St., 6 p.m. “What You Will,” a fast-paced, high-energy take on Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” Another performance at 8 p.m.

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly General Membership meeting Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716-672-1991 for information.

Louise Bethune: America’s First Female Architect

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church, 7 p.m. Part of the Chautauqua County History Series. Presenter: Kelly Hayes McAlonie. Bethune designed Dunkirk’s Brooks Mansion, now the site of Brooks Hospital. Free admission, donations accepted.

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, MAY 17

Stockton townwide cleanup

Deliver trash to the Highway Department Storage Building, 4698 W. Railroad Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Appliances, trash, junk only. No garbage accepted. No tires, liquid waste, paint, oils, batteries, computers, appliances with Freon (those can be taken to transfer stations in Fredonia, Falconer, Sherman or Frewsburg).

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to noon. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: The Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 to 2 p.m. For all who love handiwork, ages 10 and up. Bring own supplies. For knitting, bring 10/10.5 bamboo needles colored worsted weight yarn (#4). For crochet, bring a size H hook and light-colored worsted weight yarn (#4). Come and learn or come and work on a project with others who love to knit, crochet, embroider, etc.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Chess Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 3 p.m. For ages 10 and up. No registration required. For all skill levels.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History Guided Gallery Walk 311 Curtis St. Jamestown, 2 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 716 665-2473. Limit 15 people. Must be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum admission.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons and Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens and YA patrons welcome to join for role-playing adventures. Contact the library director at 716 366-2511.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary bake sale

2556 Route 20.

Clymer Tulip Festival Vendors, food, games, various Dutch activities.

Overdrive Monster Trucks

Chautauqua Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4:30 to 9 p.m. Ride in a real monster truck, walk the track, meet the drivers, see these trucks up close, watch car crushing action. Tickets start at $10, limited time only.

Artscape Art Opening

Chautauqua Art Gallery, 318 N. Main St., Jamestown, 5 to 7 p.m. Meet some of the artists selected for the show.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Ancestral Voices by A. R. Gurney at Lake Shore Center for the Arts

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 to 9 p.m. A comedy set just before and into the WWII years, focusing on the grandparents, parents and son of a wealthy Buffalo family.

Commencement Eve POPS: A Big Band Musical Tour of America

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. Performed by the 17-piece Fredonia Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Nick Weiser and a group of Fredonia’s best student vocalists under the direction of Mr. James Harrington. Reserved seating: $35, $30, $25, $20.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

Audubon Community Nature Center bird banding

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, pavilion on west side of ACNC property, drop by during the time period of 7 to 11 a.m. Watch how they capture migrating and resident birds, fit them with identification bands, measure, weigh and then release them. If the weather is too harsh for the safety of the birds, the nets won’t be opened.

Dunkirk Flea Market

Corner of Washington Avenue and Lake Shore Drive E., across from the Clarion Hotel, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weather permitting. All types of vendors. For details, call 716 680-0958.

CAP Step Up for Kids 5K walk/cycle around Chautauqua Lake

Park Street, Cassadaga, 8:30 a.m. Timed by Endurance Sports. Awards. Pre-registration $30 adults, $20 age 18 and under, day of $40 adults, $30 18 and under.

Audubon Plant exchange.sale

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cassadaga American Legion annual rummage sale and bake sale

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Silver Creek Hanover Garden Club Garden Faire

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Plant vendors, children’s activities, garden and home decor, food, raffle.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, downtown Fredonia at Barker Common, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Chautauqua County Master Gardener plant sale

525 Falconer St., JCC Science Building, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Perennials, annuals, native plants, vegetables, herbs for sale. Also gently used gardening books and equipment. Complimentary soil testing. Free admission. Cash or check only for purchases. Call 716 664-9502 for details.

Clymer Tulip Festival

Vendors, food, games, various Dutch activities.

Chautauqua Area Habitat for Humanity Weidner’s chicken barbecue

Wright Park, Dunkirk, noon to 3 p.m. $15 per dinner.

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.

Fairy Door Workshop at Audubon

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 1 to 3:30 p.m. $16 adults, $12 Nature Center members, $12 children 9 to 15. Additional $8 per kit. Allow a minimum of an hour to complete the project. Wooden cut-out, natural materials, non-toxic additions, paint, brushes, accessories provided.

Gowanda Loyal Order of Moose 1382 “Rock the Moose”

201 Aldrich St., 2 to 10:30 p.m. Live music: Saving Shaggy 3 to 7 p.m.; Crash Cadillac 7 to 10 p.m. $10 presale, $15 at the door. Pulled pork barbecue dinner $12 from 2 p.m. until gone. Also basket raffle and 50/50.

Centaur Stride training class series for volunteers – part 4 of 4

8488 Jones Road, Westfield, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Learn horsemanship on and off the horse, how to assist with riders and other ways to volunteer at the center. Registration $50. Call 716 326-4318.

St. John’s United Church of Christ ham dinner

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. $13, includes dessert. Walk-ins welcome, or make reservations at 716 366-0710.

Overdrive Monster Trucks

Chautauqua Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4:30 to 9 p.m. Ride in a real monster truck, walk the track, meet the drivers, see these trucks up close, watch car crushing action. Tickets start at $10, limited time only.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

VIP Dance

Crystal Ballroom, 110 W. Third St., Jamestown, 7 to 10 p.m. Celebrates the bonds between parents and children of all dynamics (also grandparents, guardians or special caregivers). . Dress to impress. Tickets – adult-child duo $30.75; additional parent $10.25, additional child $10.25. See https://www.headentotheparty.com/event-details/vip-dance

SUNDAY, MAY 19

Junque & Disorderly Antiques, Toys and Collectibles Market

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $3. 40+ quality vendors. Early bird at 8:30 a.m. : $10. Proceeds benefit the Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Museum.

Northern Chautauqua County Club Associates meeting

Brocton Legion Post 434, W. Main St. Any club member is invited to attend

Glass Half Full bingo

Gerry Rodeo Grounds, Route 60, 1 p.m. Doors open at noon. Ages 18+, ID required. First 100 to pre-register, $35 per person, later registrations or at the door $40. See the Facebook page for the link or call 716 426-3082. Ten games of bingo with prizes for every winner, $1000 jackpot for the last game. Proceeds help local community members who are overcoming adversity.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

MONDAY, MAY 20

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Fredonia Central School District presents: Advanced Music Program

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 7 p.m.

Chautauqua’s Got Talent

The Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Annual People’s Choice talent competition. Tickets $14, purchase at InSpirejamestown.com.