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THURSDAY, MARCH 26

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.

Chautauqua County Planning Board meeting

Jamestown Airport, 3163 Airport Drive, conference room. 10 a.m. Open to public.

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.

SUNY Fredonia School of Music Recital Concert

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 5:30 p.m. Solo, small ensemble performances of music by both classical, contemporary composers. Free admission, donations accepted.

Filling the Gap presents; Sassy Baggs and Beyond “Blingo”

The Resource Center, 200 Dunham Ave., Jamestown, doors open at 6, games start at 7 p.m. $20 per person (includes book of 3-on), extra books available for $5. Includes games, snacks. Handbag prize for each winner. Raffle tickets also available. Call 716 661-1477 to purchase tickets.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Sowing Seeds Now!

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Methods for sowing seeds indoors, outdoors. Presented by Silver Creek and Hanover Garden Club. Register at 716 934-3468.

Relax, Renew and Resonate: Yoga on the Stage

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. $50 to reserve a spot. Kara Bemis, J.J. Gatenbein lead a unique immersive experience offering opportunities to move, breathe, decompress using combination of Hatha Yoga, Kundalini Yoga and meditation, healing vibrations of sound.

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.

Patterson Library presents: embroidery for beginners 40 S. Patterson St., Westfield, 6:30 p.m. Supplies included.

Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Contemporary concert dance choreographed by faculty, guest artists.

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/.

Fredonia Jazz Showcase

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

FRIDAY, MARCH 27

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program/support group for parents of children ages 0 to 12

Dunkirk Public Library, 536 Central Ave. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free event. To register, call 716 664-4582.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program/support group for parents of teenagers ages 13 to 15

Dunkirk Public Library, 536 Central Ave. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free event. To register, call 716 664-4582.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program/support group for parents of children ages 0 to 12

Mental Health Association, 6975, 31 Water St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free event. To register, call 716 664-44582.

Writers@Work presentation by alumnus Nick Bernardone

SUNY Fredonia Kelly Family Auditorium in Science Center, 4 p.m. Talk, showing of film about Bernardone’s award-winning career writing for media, teaching screen-writing courses, additional accomplishments. Q &A moderated by Mike Igoe. Additional guests Jeff Eggelston, studio productions director; Gary Phillip, award-winning producer. Public invited. Reception follows at 5 p.m in Science Center Atrium.

Guest Artist Recital: James Piorkowski, guitar

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 4 p.m.

Patterson Library presents: Octagon Gallery Artist reception for Lark Milius

40 S. Patterson St., Westfield, 5 to 7 p.m.

Exhibition Opening: Art That Matters to the Planet: Beyond Beauty

Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5 to 7 p.m. Inspired by “A Field Guide to Wildflowers.” Guest juror Heeyoung Kim will be in attendance. Ticket includes full access to museum, charcuterie, live music by Jade Giambrone. Admission charge for non-members. Website hhtps://rtpi.org. Drinks available for purchase.

Stations of the Cross: a Live Contemporary Interpretation in music and candlelight

TLV Holy Trinity site, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. 16 songs performed live, includes refreshments relevant to the challenges of today.

Fredonia Music Therapy Showcase

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

Movies at the Reg: “Pillion”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. A timid man is swept off his feet when an enigmatic biker takes him as his submissive. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone. In French with English subtitles. Unrated.

Struthers Library Theatre film: “Zootopia 2”

302 W. Third St., Warren, 7 p.m. Adults $8; students, seniors 62+ $6.

Silver Creek Central School presents: “Mean Girls” High School Edition” – the musical

1 Dickinson St., 7 p.m. General admission $10; Silver Creek students/seniors $8.

Cassadaga Valley Middle/High School presents: “High School Musical on Stage”

5935 Route 60, Sinclairville, 7:30 p.m.

“Little Shop of Horrors”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Sci-fi smash musical. General seating. General public: $5, student $3. Presented by The Performing Arts Collaborative, student-led theater group.

Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Contemporary concert dance choreographed by faculty, guest artists.

Faculty and Guest Artist recital: Colin Johnson, bass-baritone; Natalie Conti, soprano with Anne Kissel and Sandra Leary, piano perform art songs

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

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:15 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, animal silhouettes, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, snacks, for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, other items. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m. Entertainment: Bill Ward, music; Brandi Welch, LED dancing.

SATURDAY, MARCH 28

New York State Maple weekend

A variety of local farm, establishments offer maple-centered products, activities, including: Johnson Estate Winery, 8419 W. Main St., Westfield; Scott’s Farm & Greenhouse, 6029 Route 60, Sinclairville; Fairbanks Maple, 1968 Shaw Road, Forestville; Red’s Best Pancake House, 2749 Clymer Sherman Road, Sherman.

Fredonia Easter Festival

Fredonia First Methodist Church breakfast with the Easter Bunny, 25 Church St. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., $7 adults, $5 children 4 to 12, free for ages 3, under. Craft activities for kids including donut decorating with Tim Hortons. Family fun event. Craft vendors in church basement 9 a,n, to 1 p.m. At 12:30 p.m.,. Easter egg hunt in Barker Common.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Falconer egg hunt

Falconer Park, N. Petteplace St., 10 a.m. Kids 2 to 12. Bring own basket. Meet the Easter Bunny.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. $1 hardcover, fifty cents paperback, $1 DVD, 25 cents children’s books.

Think Spring Home & Garden Show at Northwest Arena

219 W. Third St., Jamestown. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 admission. Ask experts: home, garden, landscaping, remodeling, decorating, home improvements. Hourly giveaways, beer garden.

Dunkirk Historical Society open house, reception for new Dunkirk Women’s History exhibit

513 Washington Ave., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Exhibit is entitled “Dance, Write, Vote, Play, Give, Lead … as Equals: Dunkirk Women’s History. Also includes look at some local women’s organizations. Free admission, donations accepted.

Seymour Library Cassadaga branch Easter egg hunt

18 Maple Ave., Cassadaga, 11 a.m. activity, egg hunt at 12 p.m. Children will be sorted by age. Some eggs will hold candy, others surprises, tokens for special prizes. RSVP by emailing Info@stocktonlibraries.org byMarch 26.

Patterson Library present: Sensory Support with Mrs. Matthews session 3

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 11 a.m. Learn about sensory differences, how to help your child in 3 sessions: Understanding sensory, movement and regulation, sensory support at home. Registration required. Call 716 326-2154.

Bluey Easter Carnival

Children’s Safety Village, 2695 Route 394, Asheville, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bluey-inspired games, carnival games, bounce house, crafts, train ride, cars track, Easter candy at village buildings, photo ops with Bluey, Bingo, Easter Bunny, Paw Patrol. $6 per person, children 2, under free. 816 338=-0170, Mostly outdoors, dress accordingly. Food, drink, kettle corn available for purchase.

City of Jamestown Easter egg hunt

Allen Park, 31 Hughes St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. Open to children ages 12, under. Sensory-friendly section. Easter Bunny photo ops.

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.

National Theatre Live: David Ireland’s “The Fifth Step”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Adults $15, students $10. Stars Jack Lowden, Martin Freeman.

No Kings 3 Northern Chautauqua

Walkers meet at Cottage Street, Central Avenue, Fredonia at 3 p.m., proceed to Barker Common. Drivers with sign-bearing cars meet at parking lot across from Clarion Hotel at 3p.m., drive to Barker Common, Fredonia. Speakers, song in the Barker gazebo.

Gowanda Moose Lodge #1382 Moose Meat Raffle

201 Aldrich St., doors open at 5:30 p.m., first spin 6:30 p.m. $10 presale, $15 at door. Includes snacks, hot dogs, beer, pop.

WRFA’s 80’s Dance Party

Reg Lenna Media Arts Studio, 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, 6 to 10 p.m. Dj will spend 80’s songs from all genres. Admission $13. WRFALP/com Help support community radio.

Silver Creek Central School presents: “Mean Girls” High School Edition” -the musical

1 Dickinson St., 7 p.m. General admission $10; Silver Creek students/seniors $8.

Cassadaga Valley Middle/High School presents: “High School Musical on Stage”

5935 Route 60, Sinclairville, 7:30 p.m.

“Little Shop of Horrors”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Sci-fi smash musical. General seating. General public: $5, student $3. Presented by The Performing Arts Collaborative, student-led theater group.

Cinema Series: “Solo Mio”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. A wedding disaster leaves a groom (Kevin James) stranded in Rome, but a local (Nicole Grimaudo) and some vacationing couples jump in. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Fredonia Dance Ensemble

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General seating. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Contemporary concert dance choreographed by faculty, guest artists.

Fredonia College Symphony

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:15 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, animal silhouettes, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, snacks, for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, other items. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m. Entertainment: Jason Mirek, music; Brandi Welch, LED dancing.

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