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FRIDAY, MAY 15
Chautauqua Striders annual golf tournament
South Hills Country Club, 3108 Busti Stillwater Road, Jamestown, 8 a.m. registration, breakfast, 9 a.m. shotgun start. Team of 4, $400. Complimentary food, beverages, beer. Prizes, giveaways, 50/50, basket raffles, big ticket prizes. Call 716 489-3481 for registration, details. Proceeds benefit Chautauqua Striders Youth Programs.
Al Tech/Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees meeting
Central Station Restaurant, 332 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees welcome.
Burnham Hollow Cemetery annual meeting, followed by spring clean-up work day
Cemetery on Bard Road, Arkwright, 10 a.m.
Town of Stockton town-wide cleanup event for residents only
Drop off items at Highway Department storage building, 4696 Railroad Ave., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For appliances, trash and junk only. No tires, liquid waste, paint, oils, batteries, computers, appliances with freon (i.e. humidifiers, refrigerators).
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. Barker Library presents: Fiber Arts Meetup
7 Day St., Fredonia, 3:30 p.m. Ages 12+. No registration needed. Bring crafting supplies. Extra yarn, hooks available. All fiber arts welcome (knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needle felting, etc.) Tea, cookies.
CHQ Chamber Business After Hours
Westfield Makerspace, 93-95 E. Main St., Westfield, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Complimentary appetizers and a cash bar. Bring business cards for networking. Chamber members invited to bring two guests at no charge. Any additional guests and non-members pay $10 each. Registration appreciated, see www.chqchamber.org.
Clymer Tulip Festival
Tulip queen crowning, sausage social, fireworks. Little red schoolhouse open 2 to 5 p.m. 5 p.m. food truck, 7 p.m. Tulip Queen crowning, (admission by donation), 9 p.m. sausage, sauerkraut social at town park, fireworks 9:30 p.m.
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School presents: “The Wizard of Oz”
336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. $12.
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Wine on the Trail walk
David & Margaret Naetzker Preserve, 5036 Route 474, Asheville, 6 p.m. Enjoy a hike with Carol Markham, Bethany O’Hagan. Bring own wine, beer, cocktail or other beverage. Free event, no RSVP required. Dress accordingly.
Jeff Allen: My First Final Farewell Tour
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Comedian offers his wholesome fan favorites as well as clean, fresh new material. Tickets $35 plus fees. Presented by the Chautauqua Lake Region Men of Integrity.
Struthers Library Theatre presents: “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial 1982”
302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. Adults $8, students/seniors 62+ $6. Classic film of the gentle alien stranded on earth and protected by a loving family.
Commencement Eve Pops: “Broadway’s Best: Music of the Masters”
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating. Level I $39, Level II $34, Level III $29, Level IV $24. Some of Fredonia’s most talented music, musical theatre majors join together in concert version of a beloved Broadway show.
SATURDAY, MAY 16
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. No reservations required.
Clymer Tulip Festival
Wooden Shoe 5K run/walk registration at 7:30 a.m., begins 9 a.m. for walkers/runners, 9:30 a.m. kids’ run at Clymer Central School track. $20. 11 a.m. 4-H dog program, Magic Steve show 1 p.m. Street cleaning, grand parade at 3 p.m., Klompen dancing practice at 10::30 a.m. No partner or Dutch background needed, just wooden shoes, costume for parade performance. Family activities, art show, kids zone, petting, zoo, games, vendors, food. Ashes to Crowns concert at Clymer Central School,8762 E. Main St., Student Performance Center, (entrance at back of school) at 7 p.m. Donations accepted. Neckers raffle drawing.
Dunkirk Flea Market
Route 5 (Lake Shore Drive E.), Central Avenue parking lot, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors accepted each week for $20 per spot. Contact Brian Meyers 716 680-0958.
Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 annual rummage/bake sale
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., back room, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Public welcome.
Annual Garden Faire
Village Square, Silver Creek, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Plant swap at 2 p.m.
Audubon Community Nature Center plant sale
1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $3 per 6″ pot, $5 per 6 to 8″ pot, $10 per 10″ pot. Native plants, perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs. Also gently used gardening equipment, decor, tools, pots at the “Garden Treasures” tent. Volunteer Master Gardeners available to answer questions at advice table.
Child Advocacy Program Step up for Kids 5K
Cassadaga Beach, Park Avenue, 9 a.m. Run, walk or cycle around Chautauqua Lake. For details, 716 338-9844.
Ripley Public Library plant sale, bake sale
64 W. Main St., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Annuals, perennials, vegetables, house plants, variety of baked goods.
Fredonia Farmers’ Market
Church Street, Fredonia, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Features variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans, prepared foods for sale. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.
Town of Stockton town-wide cleanup event for residents only
Drop off items at Highway Department storage building, 4696 Railroad Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For appliances, trash and junk only. No tires, liquid waste, paint, oils, batteries, computers, appliances with freon (i.e. humidifiers, refrigerators).
Westfield Makerspace Summer Market
93 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Indoor family-friendly market. Free DYI Maker Station.
Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies clinic
Town of Westfield Highway Department, 118 Chestnut St., 10 a.m. to noon. Animals must be pre-registered. For dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. Register at healthyCHQ.com/rabies, view calendar of upcoming clinics. Bring all previous vaccination records and remain in car, dogs on a leash, cats in a carrier.
Patterson Library presents: DND Teens
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dungeons, Dragons opportunity for teens.
Fred Basket (Fredonia Food Pantry)
Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon. Serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, ZIP code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags given out depends on family size. Other open hours are Wednesdays 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Guests can only receive 1 helping a month.
Lake Erie Grape Discovery Center Farm Day
8305 W. Main Road, Westfield, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 11 a.m. tractor parade begins at Westfield Made Co-op, 7505 Route 20 E. From 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tree Family Piggies perform piggie tricks. 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. live music by Patti Parks Band. Vintage farm tractors displayed all day. Food, beverages available for purchase. Presented by Concord Grape Belt Heritage Association along with Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association. Family-friendly, free for public.
Master Gardeners annual plant sale
JCC Science Building, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Patterson Library presents: Sensory Support with Mrs. Matthews
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.
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.
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School presents: “The Wizard of Oz”
336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. $12. Another performance at 6 p.m.
St. John’s United Church of Christ hot open-faced turkey dinner
733 Central Ave. (via Eagle Street parking lot), Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Eat-in or take-out. $13, includes dessert. Reservations recommended; call 716 366-0710.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel “Halfway to Thanksgiving” dinner
165 Central Ave., Silver Creek, follows 4:30 p.m. Mass. $15, eat in only. Turkey, gravy, all trimmings. Email olmc14136@gmail.com by May 11 for tickets.
American Legion Fredonia Memorial Post 59 meat bingo
156 E. Main St., Fredonia, doors open at 5:30 p.m. Over $1500 in prizes. Ground chuck burgers, Sahlen’s hot dogs, Italian sausage links, baby back ribs, chicken, prime rib, specials, grilling packages. Food, drink specials, door prizes, 50/50 drawing. Proceeds assist with Post 59 functions, Boys’ Girls’ State scholarships, veterans’ needs in community. Members, eligible guests.
Music on the Boardwalk
Boardwalk Market, 8 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m. Live musical performance by Mock Pepper.
SUNDAY, MAY 17
Forest Lodge 166 F & A M Sunday Family Breakfast
The Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The all-you-can-eat menu (all you can eat is dine-in only) includes eggs made to order, pancakes or French toast, sausages, fruit cocktail, juice, milk, coffee and tea. Adults and teenagers 13 and up are $13, children 5 to 12 are $6 and youth under 5, free. Open to the public. Building tour upon request. Subject to change.
Junque & Disorderly antiques, toys, collectibles market fundraiser for Dunkirk Lighthouse and Veterans Museum
Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. General admission $3. Early admission at 8:30 a.m. $10. Free parking. 3C’s Catering. Over 50 vendors.
Chautauqua County Joint Veterans Council breakfast meeting
American Legion Post 556, 9 Meadows Lane, Frewsburg, 10 a.m.
Westfield Makerspace Summer Market
93 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Indoor family-friendly market. Free DYI Maker Station.
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua County service
222 Temple St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. Speaker Sound Artist and Yogi Lisa Augustine Glasier will address wakening curiosity; guide a gentle meditation during the service. Public welcome. Zoom link available. Website is uucnc.org
Skinner-Ville Charities, Inc. Weidner’s chicken barbecue
Route 60 (10375 Bennett Road), Fredonia by Verizon, 12 to 4 p.m. $15, includes ½ chicken, 2 sides. Proceeds benefit county families affected by cancer.
Matt Ekstrom fundraiser
Celoron Legion, 26 Jackson St., Jamestown, 12 to 4 p.m. Spaghetti dinner $10 donation. Also entertainment, 50/50, basket raffle, bake sale.
Clymer Tulip Festival
Pickleball tournament at Clymer Central School Courts registration 1:30, play at 2 p.m. Refreshments, donations. Little Red Schoolhouse, 7929 Clymer Center Road open 2 to 4 p.m.
Northern Chautauqua Catholic School presents: “The Wizard of Oz”
336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 2 p.m. $12.
Black Glass Wine Tasting at Liberty Vineyards
2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 2 to 4 p.m. Tasting of 6 mystery Liberty wines with discussion led by winemaker Bob Green. Black Ravenscroft crystal double blind glass to take home {$10 value). Snacks to accompany tasting. $25 per person, $20 wine club members. 716 672-4520.




