THURSDAY, FEB. 19

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.

American Democracy Project panel discussion

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, room S204, 2 to 3:15 p.m. Topic: “Reimagining Democracy: Gen Z Activism Across Communities and Borders.” Panelists: Dr. Jeannette McVicker; Dr. Saundra Liggins; Keira Norton. Public welcome. Light refreshments.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Drop in LEGO

43 Main St., Silver Creek, session 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. or session 2 from 6 to to 7:30 p.m. All ages welcome to create with library’s materials. Registration not needed.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Fiber Arts Club: Learn to Embroider

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Ages 10+ welcome to join. All materials provided. Pre-registration required. Space limited. 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.

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.

St. Monica prayer group

Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.

Historical Society meeting of Brocton & Portland, NY meeting

Ahira Hall Memorial Library, 37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6 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.

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly general membership meeting

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

Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters Circle

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 p.m. This month: Fuzzy Thurston, Lara Herscovitch, William Downe. Tickets $10.

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, FEB. 20

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.

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.

Lake Erie Wine Country Wine & Chocolate Celebration weekend

Fridays 12 to 5 p.m. 9 unique wineries provide a sweet or savory food pairing with a featured wine, followed by a tasting. Ticket entitles one tasting at each winery during the 3 weekend options. Mocktail tickets also available For more details and to purchase tickets, see www.lakeeriewinecountry.org

Patterson Library presents: Maple Syrup Through the Years

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 11 a.m. Presenter: Sarah Hatfield of Cornell Cooperative Extension. Learn about production, sample syrup, enjoy pancakes. For children/youth with families. Call 716 326-2154.

Anderson-Lee Library Mahjong Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 1 p.m. Play a game or learn to play. No registration needed.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons & Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens, YA patrons welcome for role-playing adventures. Contact Library Director for details 716 366-2511.

Darwin R. Library presents: crafts group

7 Day St., Fredonia, 3:30 to 5 p.m. All fiber arts welcome (knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needle felting, etc.) Ages 12+. No registration required. Tea, cookies, soft music or movie if desired. No registration required.

Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Wine on the Trail walk

Dobbins Woods Preserve, 5273 Bly Hill Road, Asheville, 4:30 p.m. Bring own wine, beer, cocktail or other beverage. Guided tour with Carol Markham, Bethany O’Hara. Free event, no RSVP required. Wear snow boots, dress accordingly.

Patterson Library presents: artist Elizabeth Booth’s “Close to Home” exhibit opening reception

Octagon Library, 40 S. Patterson St., Westfield, 5 to 7 p.m. Showcases contemporary botanical cyanotype works on paper, textiles.

Stations of the Cross

TLV Blessed Mary Angela St. Hyacinth’s site, 395 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.

Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, PA., 7 p.m. Based on books by Dav Pilkey. $25 adults, $10 students. Ages 5, under free.

Movies at the Reg: “F1”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Stars Brad Pitt as racing legend Sonny Hayes who is coaxed into leading a struggling Formula 1 team, mentoring a young hotshot driver. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone

SATURDAY, FEB. 21

Chautauqua Striders Winter 5K race

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, registration 9 a.m. Race 10 a.m. $20 per individual race, student discount available. Prizes for top 3 runners. Coffee, tea, water, snacks before, after race.