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SATURDAY, OCT. 24

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.

Celeron Fire Department Auxiliary fall craft show

Fire Hall, 92 Dunham Ave., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, vendors, food, bake sale, Halloween basket raffle.

CLSC Book Club

3 Lakes Cafe, 11 S. Main St., Cassadaga, 9 to 11 p.m. Book selection: "Anxious People" by Fredrick Backman.

Chautauqua County 4-H Dog Wellness Day

JCC Carnahan Center Multi-Room, 241 James Ave., Jamestown, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For school-aged youth, their families. Dog behavior, veterinary science, dog enrichment, dog nutrition, health, science of dog training, police dog demonstration. Leave dogs at home. For details, call 716 664-9502

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

The Chautauqua Center, 107 Institute St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free, anonymous, no questions asked. Liquids, needles not accepted.

Cassadaga Valley Central School Research Forest tour

5935 Route 60, Sinclairville, middle school/high school parking lot, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tour, presentation by Cornell University forester Peter Smallidge. School, community members welcome. Register at docs.google.com/forms/d/173rZE4F-zVKSFSYamsl6e8DCrk4s3Q4RssDt94hbt0w/viewform?edit_requested=true.

Fright Fest at Falconer Power Sports

Harley-Davidson of Jamestown, 1951 E. Main St., Falconer, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Candy, snacks, drinks, costume contest adult/kid/pet, prizes, selfie station, live music with Russ Delong 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Plant swap

Mike's Nursery, 199 E. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, large greenhouse, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Trade/buy/sell any, all things houseplant-related. No pre-registration required.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 annual vendor fair

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Soups, sandwiches, bake sale also available.

Fredonia-Pomfret's Recreation Department Trunk or Treat

Russell Joy Park, 105 Howard Ave., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Family-friendly fun.

Patterson Library presents: Harry Potter-themed Halloween party

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Costumes encouraged.

Seymour Library Cassadaga presents: Read to the library pups

18 Maple St., 11 a.m.

Hallowine Weekend at Merritt Winery

2264 King Road, Forestville, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pumpkin painting. $8 gets a pumpkin, access to all painting supplies. Can buy grilled hot dogs, apple cider, wine, wine slush. Bounce house for kids. Wear a costume, free wine tasting all weekend.

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.

Art in the Afternoon: "SIX The Musical Live”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Captured live at London's Vaudeville Theatre, features a high-energy soundtrack as Henry VIII's 6 wives step out of their husband's shadow to claim the spotlight. $15 adults, $10 students.

Mason Safe Trick-or-Treat

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, 1 to 4 p.m. Children must be accompanied by parent/guardian..

Trunk or Treat in the Park

Long Point State Park, Pavilion parking area, 4459 Route 430, Bemus Point, 1 to 4 p.m. Also visits from emergency services, campfire with s'mores, crafts with park recreation staff.

Chautauqua Tennis Club open house

Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, Floral Hall, 1078 Central Ave., 1 to 3 p.m. All levels of tennis players invited, all ages encouraged to learn the game.

Classic music for trumpet and organ concert

Trinity Episcopal Church, 11 Day St., Fredonia, 1 p.m. Free event featuring Ethan Wellington, trumpet; Don Fellows, organ.

Brian Tomaszewski – A Broadway Adventure

Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield. 2 to 4 p.m. $20. One man show with banjo, guitar, tin whistle, percussion, ball, club juggling, storytelling.

Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies clinic

Gerry Highway Department, 4675 Route 60, 2 to 4 pm.. 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.

City of Jamestown Riverwalk Trick or Treat Trail

Greater Jamestown Riverwalk, Washington Street Bridge to Panzarella Park, 5 to 7 p.m. Local businesses, organizations, community groups, City departments will hand out treats.

TLV Children's Halloween party

TLV Center, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Bring carved/decorated pumpkin for contest. Costume contest. Snacks. Children must be accompanied by adult. Adults can dress up, too. Trick or treating hallway.

Down the Rabbit Hole Halloween party at Chautauqua Art Gallery

318 N. Main St., Jamestown, 6 p.m. Optical illusion, UV light features. Costumes encouraged, all ages welcome.

Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner with WNY Improv

Liberty Vineyards & Winery, 2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.. $55 per person plus tax, Halloween-themed buffet by 3C's Catering. Cash bar. Assigned seating. Call 716 672-4520.

Life with the Pepperonis at The Spire Theater

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Original musical comedy filled with big personalities, original songs, family chaos, Swedes, Sicilians, assorted Tonys, laughs. $20 advance, $25 beginning two days prior. See InSpireJamestown.com

Fredonia Immersive Theatre's "Terror in the Trees"

SUNY Fredonia's Wood Lot, 7 to 10 p.m. Features all student actors, crew. Theme: "Meat the Family." Tickets sold at entrance $5 students, $8 non-students.

Trunk or Treat at SES

Sinclairville Elementary School, 43 Sinclair Drive 7 to 8 p.m.

Cinema Series: "Runner"

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Former soldier (Alan Ritchson) is thrown into a brutal race against time when a a crucial medical delivery makes him, his partner (Owen Wilson) targets of a ruthless cartel. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: "Cabaret"

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, Robert W. Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General public $25 advance, $30 door; student $10 advance, $15 door. Set in Berlin, Germany in 1930's, follows the relationship between a writer and nightclub singer against the backdrop of the Nazi rise to power.

Main Street Studios presents: "Carrie: The Musical"

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 7:30 p.m. Adults $20, $15 students/seniors. Mature themes, strong language, violence, blood effects. Parental discretion advised.

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series – Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert

Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie 7:30 p.m.

Angry Bird BBQ Fall Music Series

302 Lynx St., Dunkirk, 8 to 11 p.m. Featuring Henry's Summer Kitchen.

Dunkirk Lighthouse Ghost Tours

1 Lighthouse Point Drive. Lighthouse is open daily for tours, check website for daily times and full schedule of events see www.dunkirklighthouse.com. $30 per person for ghost tour, call 716 366-5050 to reserve. Only 15 spots per ghost tour.

SUNDAY, OCT. 25

Northern Chautauqua Club Associates meeting

Dunkirk WWII Veterans Club, 216 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 10:30 a.m. All club members invited to attend breakfast.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua County service

222 Temple St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. During the service, speaker Cara Seekings will address "Courage in the Face of Fear." Public welcome. Zoom link available. Website is uucnc.org

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: "Cabaret"

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, Robert W. Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m. General public $25 advance, $30 door; student $10 advance, $15 door. Set in Berlin, Germany in 1930's, follows the relationship between a writer and nightclub singer against the backdrop of the Nazi rise to power.

Life with the Pepperonis at The Spire Theater

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Original musical comedy filled with big personalities, original songs, family chaos, Swedes, Sicilians, assorted Tonys, laughs. $20 advance, $25 beginning two days prior. See InSpireJamestown.com

Erie Philharmonic Pops Series – Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas in Concert

Warner Theatre, 811 State St., Erie, 3 p.m.

Halloween at the Mill

Busti Historical Society, 3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 4 to 6 p.m. Costumed guides, actors, lead guests through mill, miller's house to hear spooky stories from the Brothers Grimm, then refreshments, Halloween craft for kids. Non-scary family-friendly event. $10 adults, $5 for 12, under. Reserve timed tickets at bustihistorical.edu@gmail.com

Order of the Eastern Star chicken, biscuits dinner

Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., Fredonia, 4:30 to 6 p.m. $13. Purchase at door or call 716 672-9944. Take out available.

MONDAY, OCT. 26

Rotary Club of Jamestown Breast Cancer Awareness Prevention program

DoubleTree, 150 W. Fourth St., Jamestown, 11:45 to 1 p.m. Free lunch with reservation by Oct. 20. Speaker: Dr. Nabeela Patail, MD, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Chautauqua. Call 716 664-8665.

Seymour Library Cassadaga presents: Medicare consultations with Rebecca Poynton

18 Maple St., 12 to 6 p.m. Appointments required. Call 716 573-8783.

Veteran 4 Christ taco bar

Westfield American Legion, 7579 E. Main St., 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. $4 includes 3 trips to buffet, 1 non-alcoholic beverage. For veterans, active duty personnel, families. For details, call 716 640-9883.

Boy Scouts of America Troop 262 annual Trunk or Treat event

Sheridan Memorial VFW Post 6390, 2556 Route 20, 5 p.m. Bring kids dressed in costume for treats, candy, spooky fun.

Southern Tier Bills Booster Club general membership meeting

First Ward Falcon Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 7 p.m.

Fredonia Brass Chamber Ensembles and Brass Choir

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

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