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THURSDAY, NOV. 12

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.

Ahira Hall Library presents: Intro to Quilting part 1 – make a lap quilt

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Learn quilting basics, begin creating lap quilts, no experience needed. No charge for instruction, but supply list will be provided upon registration. Call 716 793-9418.

Patterson Library presents: Book talk

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 4 p.m.

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.

Patterson Library presents: Mary Ellen Humphrey book launch

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5:30 p.m. Book – "Corresponding with Marcia: The American Revolution and Other Topics." Discussion focuses on Mercy Otis Warren's influential role before, during, after the American Revolution. Free, public welcome. RSVP at 716 326-2154.

Connected – Fashion Show, Art Installation

Reg Lenna Media Arts Studio, 108 E. Third St., third floor, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Cocktail hour with passed hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, original works by local artists, immersive art installation, Art Cloth & Craft winter fashion show. General admission, limited seating, contact for seating for accessibility. Tickets: $45, call 716 664-7070. Proceeds benefit Reg Lenna Center for the Arts.

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.

Knights of Columbus Dunkirk 929 meeting

TLV Center, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, room 106, 6:30 p.m.

Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary meeting

Hosted by Dunkirk Memorial Unit 62, 211 Central Ave. Dessert 6:30 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. All Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary welcome.

Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association meeting

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Free event, all welcome, no beekeeping experience required.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Merrins Fall Chamber Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Students perform choreography created by guest artists, alumni choreographers, dance faculty, selected student work. Broad range of dance styles. General public $15; student/child $5.

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 Student Keyboard Association #3

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

FRIDAY. NOV. 13

Roblin Steel Coffee group

Crossroads Diner, 2705 Main Road, Sheridan, 9 a.m. Former employees, families welcome.

Alzheimer's Association presents: "Caregiving through the Holidays"

Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Ave., Dunkirk, 10 a.m. Learn practical tips to keep gatherings peaceful, meaningful. Register by Nov. 10. Call NY Connects 716 753-4582.

Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation Fall Grants Reception

Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 16 nonprofit organizations will receive NCCF grants. Guests will enjoy lunch, hear stories of grant impacts. Public welcome.

Lake Erie Wine Country Harvest Weekend

3 day event, 12 to 5 p.m. Wineries will be pairing their finely-crafted wines with harvest-inspired foods. Choose a host winery for tickets. pickup, also visit other member wineries. See https://www.lakeeriewinecountry.org for tickets, details.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Farm Market truck

Parked at Ryckman Park, Fay Street, Brocton, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Fresh, healthy, affordable, locally grown produce. Accepts cash, credit/debit, tap to pay, SNAP/EBT (50% off). With FeedMore WNY.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Fiber Arts Meetup

7 Day St., Fredonia, 3:30 p.m. Ages 12+. No registration required. Bring any crafting supplies. Some yarn, hooks available. All fiber arts welcome (knitting, crochet, cross stitch, needle felting, etc. Tea, cookies.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Funky yarn scarves

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 3:30 p.m. Ages 8+. No knitting required. Pre-register at 716 934-3468.

United Way of Chautauqua County curling tournament benefit

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 5 p.m. Happy Hour/registration; 5:30 p.m. learn to curl for beginners; 6 p.m. curling matches begin. $25 individual, $125 per team up to 6 members. Text UWCURLING to 41444 for details, registration.

The Freeze (Acoustic) at WWII Vets Club

215 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 5 to 7 p.m.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School presents: "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. $12 at the door.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: Disney's "Frozen"

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. $17 to $25.

Struthers Library Theatre presents: The Floyd Concept

302 W. Third Ave., Warren, doors open 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Performing live: Animals and more. $30/$25/$20. Spectacular light show with circular screen with video production.

JCC Uncommoners present: "Come From Away"

Jamestown Community College, Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., 7 p.m. Tickets $20/$18/$15 online; $22, $20, $17 box office. Discount for Seniors 60+.

Hillman Opera presents: "Dialogues of the Carmelites"

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. General public $25 advance, student $10 advance, $15 door. As the French Revolution's Reign of Terror rages through Paris, a young aristocrat seeks peace in a convent, finds the ultimate test of courage.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Merrins Fall Chamber Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Students perform choreography created by guest artists, alumni choreographers, dance faculty, selected student work. Broad range of dance styles. General public $15; student/child $5.

SATURDAY, NOV. 14

Gowanda Moose Lodge 1382 annual holiday craft show, basket raffle

201 Aldrich St., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Variety of vendors, homemade items, baked goods, more. Food available.

Bazaar, bake sale

Collins Friends Meeting, 2345 Main St., Collins, 9 a.m to 3 p.m.

Just My Imagination Saturday morning Movement and Music with Ms. Helen Smit

341 Central Ave., Silver Creek, 9:45 a.m. Fee $15, sibling rate available.. For lap-sitting infants through preschoolers and adults who love them. 30 minutes interactive music learning followed by open play. Wear socks. Reservations at 716 672-2910.

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.

Lake Erie Wine Country Harvest Weekend

3 day event, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wineries will be pairing their finely-crafted wines with harvest-inspired foods. Choose a host winery for tickets. pickup, also visit other member wineries. See https://www.lakeeriewinecountry.org for tickets, details.

Vets Finding Vets Fenton Canteen

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Veterans of all ages encouraged to drop in for coffee and conversation. For details, call Barb Cessna 716 664-6256.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: Little Explorers – Fur, Feather, Scales

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 to 8 with adult. Adults $12, Nature Center members $9, children 3 to 8 $9. Indoors and outdoors. Paid reservations by previous Thursday. Call 716 569-2345.

Roger Tory Institute Holiday Market

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission to museum. Local artisan vendors, make/take kids' crafts, apple cider mimosas, coffee, donuts available for purchase.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. Ages 5 to 12. Build challenge of day, pick challenge card or free build. 10 spaces. Preregister. Call 716 934-3468.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Discover Dragons

7 Day St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Stories, video, craft. All ages. Registration required, call 716 672-8051..

Anderson-Lee Library presents: "Make a Corn Husk Doll" with Bernadette Scott, Marcie Kane

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages 5+. Interactive workshop, take home your creation. Preregister. Call 716 934-3468.

Chautauqua County Humane Society Runnings Adoption event

Runnings, 720 Fairmount Ave., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CCHS will bring variety of friendly pets available for adoption. Can purchase needed supplies in store.

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 Novel Writing Month Meetup Group

Darwin R. Barker Library, 7 Day St., Fredonia, 12 to 2 p.m. Timed writing sessions, snacks, breaks. Preregister at 716 672-8051. Need not attend all sessions.

Community-wide turkey/food collection for Chautauqua County Rural Ministry

Pomfret Town Hall, 9 Day St., Fredonia, 12 to 3 p.m. Accepting frozen turkeys, other food items, gift cards, cash, checks made payable to "Chautauqua County Rural Ministry" for Rural Ministry's holiday gift basket project.

Fredonia Jazz Festival presents: Fredonia Jazz Flextet featuring Camille Thurman, Darrell Green

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 12:30 p.m. Public welcome.

Benefit for Tammy Wasmund

Dunkirk Conservation Club, 1 N. Mullet St., 1 to 6 p.m. Music by Rez Road Sound, Ken Robertson III. Food, draft beer provided for $25 ticket. Over 150 baskets in the raffle. Signed sports memorabilia, mystery prizes, experiences, gift cards, 50/50, Queen of Hearts, bake sale.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School presents: "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"

336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 1 p.m. $12 at the door. Another performance at 6 p.m.

Christmas craft show

American Legion Post 434, 110 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 4 p.m.

Movies at the Reg: "Cat Video Fest"

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Warrior Relief Fund raffle

Sheridan VFW Post 6390, 2556 Main Road (Route 20), doors open 3 p.m .

Fredonia Jazz Festival presents: Fredonia Day of Jazz Student, Faculty combos

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

Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal

Erie Avenue, Park Street, Gowanda, 4 to 6 p.m. or until gone. Take out only. Menu: ham, mashed potatoes with country gravy, vegetables, fruit, bread, cookie. Free will donations are appreciated but not necessary. All welcome.

South Dayton Fire Company turkey, ham, basket party

South Dayton Fire Company Activities Hall, 34 Maple St., doors open 6:15, spins start 7 p.m. Family fun event. Free refreshments. Door prizes, large basket raffle, 50/50.

East Town of Dunkirk Fire Department Turkey Raffle

10949 S. Roberts Road, doors open 6:30, games at 7 p.m. Win meat, potatoes. Free refreshments, sandwiches. 50/50.

The Spire Theater presents: Donna the Buffalo, guests Charity Nuse, Matt Gronquist

317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. openers, 8 p.m. Donna the Buffalo. Early bird tickets $25 plus fees, later $35 plus fees. See www.inspirejamestown.com/tickets

Friendsgiving at Liberty Vineyards & Winery

2861 Route 20, Sheridan, 6:30 p.m. Includes buffet turkey dinner, choice of pumpkin or apple pie, 2 glasses of wine (or soft drinks or beer). $55 per person + tax.Wine club members $5 discount. Call 716 672-4520.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: Disney's "Frozen"

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. $17 to $25.

JCC Uncommoners present: "Come From Away"

Jamestown Community College, Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., 7 p.m. Tickets $20/$18/$15 online; $22, $20, $17 box office. Discount for Seniors 60+.

Gowanda's Historic Hollywood Theater presents: Songbirds – A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Tickets $20.

Fredonia Jazz Festival presents: Camille Thurman with the Darrell Green Trio

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. $45 adult, $40 Opera House member, $40 Fredonia Jazz Society member, $10 student. Thurman is an accomplished composer, saxophonist; Green a master drummer.

Portland Fire Department annual turkey party

6841 W. Main Road (Route 20), 7:30 p.m. Refreshments, door prizes. Turkeys, hams, more.

Hillman Opera presents: "Dialogues of the Carmelites"

SUNY Fredonia Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. General public $25 advance, student $10 advance, $15 door. As the French Revolution's Reign of Terror rages through Paris, a young aristocrat seeks peace in a convent, finds the ultimate test of courage.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Merrins Fall Chamber Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, James and Marcia Merrins Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Students perform choreography created by guest artists, alumni choreographers, dance faculty, selected student work. Broad range of dance styles. General public $15; student/child $5.

Erie Philharmonic Symphonic Series – Gershwin Swings

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 White Bronco.

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