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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 11

Dunkirk Farmers' Market

The Dunkirk Farmers' Market is held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of Ruggles Street and Cliffstar Court at the Dunkirk Senior Center. It features local farmers and artisans.

Angola Summer Lawn Chair Concert

The Angola Park and Gazebo Committee and the Village of Angola present a concert in Centennial Park, Angola from 7 to 9 p.m. Refreshments are available from the Evans Township Lions Club. The use of masks and social distancing is encouraged. Tonight features the Erie County Wind Ensemble: a forty member professional group, playing a wide variety of music. The event is sponsored by Schultz & Company - General hardware, paints, plumbing, electrical, heating, garden supplies, and Amana, Crosley and Speed Queen appliances. It is Angola's oldest business, founded in 1861.

THURSDAY, AUG. 12

Mayville's Farmers' Market

Mayville Farmers' and Artisans' Market is held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Mayville Village Park, at the traffic light at Route 394 and Route 430, Mayville. It features farmers and artisans, with special events TBA.

City sculpture unveiling

An event to unveil and celebrate original public art will take place at 5 p.m. at the front lawn of the Dunkirk public library, 536 Central Ave., Dunkirk.

Music on the Pier concert

A concert in the "Music on the Pier" concert series in Dunkirk features Rock the Cradle from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and The Rising from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event is free to the public. Ice chests are allowed.

Ahira Memorial Library's Concert in the Park

The Untouchables will perform at 6:30 p.m. at Ryckman Park in Brocton.

Lakewood concert

The Live on the Lake concert series continues with Marty's Bubblegum Machine from 6:30 to 7:30 p .m. at Richard O. Hartley Park, Terrace and Chautauqua avenues, Lakewood. The Kids/Family night performance will feature a fun and interactive show. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or a blanket. For more information, call 763-8557 or visit www.lakewoodny.com.

Mayville concert

The Entertainment in the Park Summer Concert Series in Mayville continues with the Bill Ward Trio from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Mayville Lakeside Park, 78 Water St., Mayville. For more information visit the event's Facebook page.

FRIDAY, AUG. 13

St. John's United Church of Christ hot dog lunch

St. John's United Church of Christ will hold a hot dog lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Meals will include a hot dog, chips, and soda for just $3.

St. Paul Lutheran Church Weidner chicken barbecue

St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 223 Temple St., Fredonia, will hold its annual drive-through chicken barbecue from 4 to 7 p.m. or until sold out. Dinners are $12 each.

SATURDAY, AUG. 14

Dunkirk Fredonia Lions Club golf tournament

Registration begins at 8 a.m. for the Dunkirk Fredonia Lions Club initial golf tournament, to be held at the Vineyards Golf Course in Fredonia. The start time is 9 a.m. There will be prizes, basket raffles and 50/50 raffles. The $70 cost per person includes 18 holes of golf with a cart, hot dogs and beverages at the turn and dinner at the curse catered by Super Duper Catering. There will be a hol-in-one contest with the winning prize of a new car sponsored by Basil Family Dealership in Fredonia. For tee signage, raffle donations, sponsorship, registration of foursomes or for details, call Marty Klemann at 410-3720.

Westfield flea market

This New York City-style flea market begins at 8 a.m. in Moore Park with a focus on vintage and antique goods along with fashion clothing.

Westfield Farmers' Market

The Westfield Farmers and Artisans Market is from 9 a.m. to 2 p .m. at Moore P ark, 23 Elm St., Westfield. Shoppers find locally grown produce, meats, jarred products, baked goods, arts, crafts, published literary works by local authors. Prepared foods and beverages available. For more information, visit westfieldny.com/farmers-artisans-market/westfield-farmers-artisans-market.

Westfield Antique Show

The historic Westfield Antique Show takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Eason Hall, 23 Elm St., Westfield. Admission is $5 for both Saturday and Sunday. Free parking is available. There will be over 20 vendors featuring antique furniture, dining sets, glassware, silver, jewelry and much more.

Grape Belt Open Golf Tournament

The Grape Discovery Center will hold its annual Grape Belt Open Golf Tournament at 9 a.m. at Pinehurst Golf Club, 7428 E. Route 20, Westfield.

Fredonia Farmers' Market

The Fredonia Farmers' Market is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. mid-May through October on Church Street in downtown Fredonia. It features a variety of vendors, with special events TBA. See the Fredonia Farmers' Market FaceBook page for updates.

Jamestown Public Market

The Jamestown Public Market is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Third Street, downtown Jamestown. The market includes local farmers, homesteaders, food businesses, prepared food vendors and local craft artisans For more information, visit www.jtownpublicmarket.org/farmers-market.

Audubon Little Explorers program – "Plants and People"

Children ages 3 to 8 are invited to attend with an adult from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. The costs are $8 for adults, $6 for members and children 3 to 8. Paid reservations are required by Aug. 12.

Cassadaga Kids Triathlon

The Cassadaga Kids Triathlon will begin at 10 a.m. at Cassadaga Beach, Park Avenue, Cassadaga. The triathlon for children ages 4 to 13 includes a 100-meter swim, a 3-mile bike ride and a 1-mile run. For more information, visit coachmarkwilson.com/events/cassadaga-kids-triathlon, call 353-1288 or email tonia@coachmarkwilson.com.

Mayville Bluegrass Festival

The Mayville Bluegrass Festival 2021 will be held from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Big Inlet Brewing, 6169 Elm Flats Road, Mayville as a one-day event. A limited number of presale tickets will be available at $20 a piece. This is an outdoor event, advisable to bring own lawn chairs. No coolers or pets.

Lakeshore Humane Society open adoption

The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from noon to 3 p.m. Masks must be worn if not vaccinated. For details, call 672-1991.

Unique Car Club event

Lake Shore Drive East between Tim Hortons and the Clarion Marina Hotel and Conference Center.

Playground Drama Camps performance

Playground Drama Camps presents "The Wizard of Oz," featuring ages 11-14 singing, acting and dancing down the yellow brick road on the ultimate journey home at Main Street Studios, 50 Main St., Fredonia at 3 p.m. Check Main Street Studios 50 on Facebook for details.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House will present the movie "12 MIGHTY ORPHANS" at 7:30 p.m., starring Luke Wilson. It tells the true story of the Mighty Mites, the football team of a Fort Worth orphanage who, during the Great Depression, went from playing without shoes – or even a football – to playing for the Texas state championships. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors, $5 for students, and sold at the door only. Unvaccinated individuals are required to follow CDC guidelines which call for masks to be worn at indoor events and social distancing to be maintained. ANY individual, can, of course, choose to wear a mask at his/her own discretion.

Chautauqua Lake Pops concert

Chautauqua Lake Pops by the Shore, Mayville, presents Brass Transit - Chicago Tribute, 8 to 10 p.m. See chautauqualakepops,com for tickets.

SUNDAY, AUG. 15

Westfield Antique Show

The historic Westfield Antique Show takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Eason Hall, 23 Elm St., Westfield. Admission is $5 for both Saturday and Sunday. Free parking is available. There will be over 20 vendors featuring antique furniture, dining sets, glassware, silver, jewelry and much more.

Cassadaga Farmers' Market

The Cassadaga Farmers' Market will take place from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Cassadaga Village Common at the corner of Route 60 and Maple Avenue. Roberto Fred will be back with his selection of fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables and other food items.

TUESDAY, AUG. 17

Peaceful Soul Farmers' Market

The Peaceful Soul Farmers' Market is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 11359 Southwestern Blvd., Irving. It features a variety of vendors.

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. Masks should be worn by those not vaccinated and social distancing will be observed.

Silver Creek Music in the Park

There will be a musical performance in the Silver Creek Village Ballpark from 6 to 9 p.m. Entrance to the performance is free. Food trucks will be available.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Cinema Series

The 1891 Fredonia Opera House will present the movie "12 MIGHTY ORPHANS" at 7:30 p.m., starring Luke Wilson. It tells the true story of the Mighty Mites, the football team of a Fort Worth orphanage who, during the Great Depression, went from playing without shoes – or even a football – to playing for the Texas state championships. Tickets are $7 for adults, $6.50 for Opera House members/seniors, $5 for students, and sold at the door only. Unvaccinated individuals are required to follow CDC guidelines which call for masks to be worn at indoor events and social distancing to be maintained. ANY individual, can, of course, choose to wear a mask at his/her own discretion.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 18

Dunkirk Farmers' Market

The Dunkirk Farmers' Market is held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of Ruggles Street and Cliffstar Court at the Dunkirk Senior Center. It features local farmers and artisans.

Angola Summer Lawn Chair Concert

The Angola Park and Gazebo Committee and the Village of Angola present a concert in Centennial Park, Angola from 7 to 9 p.m. Refreshments are available from the Evans Township Lions Club. The use of masks and social distancing is encouraged. The concert features the Frankfurters, western New York's most popular German band, a park favorite. The event is sponsored by Evans Township Lions Club and the Buffalo Musicians' Union.

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