MONDAY, MARCH 4

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Ukulele classes with Helen Smit

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 to 5 p.m. Five-week course. Call 716 672-8051 to register. Instructor will provide everything needed, or participants can bring their own ukuleles.

Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce of Jamestown “Salute to the Finest”

DoubleTree by Hilton, 150 W. Fourth St., Jamestown, 5 to 8 p.m. Cocktail hour and appetizers followed by awards at 6 p.m. $25 for Chamber members, $27 for non-members. Advance registration requested by Feb. 26. Sign up at www.chautauquachamber.org ,

Firearm Safety Training Through the Lens of Suicide Prevention

Christ First United Methodist Church, 663 Lakeview Ave. Jamestown, 6 to 7:30 p.m.Collaborative effort led by suicide prevention specialist Carri Raynor and Sheriff James Quattrone. Interactive and hands-on learning experience focusing on the development of proactive mental health discussions among firearms owners and their families. Register online at PreventSuicideCHQ.com. For details,call 716 753-4522.

Blessed Mary Angela Holy Rosary Society meeting

Lakeside site Lyceum, 15 N. Pangolin St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. New members encouraged to join at any meeting.

Walter Gloor Mainstage Series presents: “Edges” by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Contemporary song-cycle about young adults. Paul W. Mockovak, Director. General public $25 advance, $30 at door. Student $10 advance, $15 at door.

Fredonia Student Composers

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

TUESDAY, MARCH 5

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Youngerman Center stroke/head injury support group session

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E148, 3 p.m. Activities to help stroke and head injury survivors use compensatory strategies to improve communication skills, provides educational information, opportunities to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. Free, open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Contact Julie Williams, coordinator, (716) 673-4618 or (716) 673-3203, for more information about attending.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Maker Camp for elementary-aged students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. Activities include LEGO, STEAM, computer games, Makey Makey, Circuits and a variety of other activities.

Chautauqua County Planning Board monthly meeting

South and Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer District, 51 Gifford St., Jamestown, 4 p.m. With questions, contact Courtney Domst at 716 363-3623.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary.

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.

Children in the Stream/ 4H Youth Fly Fishing program class

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment is needed.

Fredonia Wind Symphony featuring live performance of Giroux’s Symphony No. 6: The Blue Marble with synchronized video

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m. Conductor Donna Dolson. Concert opens with the March from “Raiders of the Lost Ark” by John Williams, followed by “O Magnus Mysterium” by Morton Lauridson, conducted by Assistant Conductor Devin Banning. The Blue Marble concludes the program. Open to the public, free event,

WEDNESDAY,

MARCH 6

TOPS NY No. 890 meeting

First United Presbyterian Church, 35 Park Place, Silver Creek. Weigh-ins begin at 8:45 a.m., meeting starts at 9:35 a.m. All are welcome. Use the Main Street entrance. For details, call 716 680-0313.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The Right to Dream (Civil Rights Movement)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m.or 7 to 8 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

Northern Chautauqua Young Professionals networking luncheon

JCC North County Center, 10807 Bennett Road, Dunkirk, noon to 1 p.m. Brooks-TLC leader Ken Morris will present “Keeping Care Close to Home” and feature updates on the new hospital project.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885.

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 35 E. Main St., Brocton. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 p.m. All are welcome to visit with new friends and get help losing weight. For details, contact Kathy at 716 792-4226.

Lakeshore Humane Society Wednesday open adoption hours

The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from 6 to 8 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.

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Soup and Scripture series

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish meeting room, Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Homemade soup at 6:30, scripture begins at 7 p.m. and lasts about an hour. Leader: Deacon Michael Lemieux. An $8 book can be purchased at the first session. The series runs for six consecutive Wednesdays beginning Feb. 21. Call 716 366-2306 to register.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Write Focus Writers’ group

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. New members welcome.

Movies at the Reg: “American Fiction”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Jeffrey Wright stars as an author who uses a pen name to write an outlandish “Black” book of his own, propelling him to the heart of hypocrisy. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62 monthly meeting

211 Central Ave., 7:30 p.m.

THURSDAY,

MARCH 7

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The Right to Dream (Civil Rights Movement)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

Thursday Knitting Group

St. Joseph’ Roman Catholic Church, 145 E. Main 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.

Chautauqua County Agricultural Forum

JCC Carnahan Center, 241 James Ave., Jamestown, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Everyone from the agricultural industry is encouraged to attend, including aspiring, beginning and established farmers as well as anyone interested in learning about or connecting to agriculture. $15 registration fee covers material costs and a light lunch. Call Cornell Cooperative Extension at 716 664-9502. Space is limited. To ensure lunch, register by Feb. 28. A keynote panel will discuss planning for funding: programs and grants. In the afternoon, choose from 10 interactive breakout sessions.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explore & More for elementary-aged students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: “Artistry and Alchemy” opening reception

7 Day St., Fredonia, 5 to 7 p.m. The Wood Fired Ceramics of Scott Creek Fire Place.

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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book Club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Read and discuss a series of engaging novels ranging from the classic to the contemporary. Books can be reserved by calling 716 366-2511. New members welcome.

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.

Benjamin Prescott Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution meeting

Patterson Library, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m.

Town of Hanover meeting regarding the solar eclipse

Hanover Town Hall and Court, 68 Hanover St., 7 p.m. For the general public and local business owners to share information and concerns that residents may have about the April 8 solar eclipse.

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 Concert Band

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.

FRIDAY, MARCH 8

Roblin Steel Coffee Club meeting

Demetri’s on the Lake, 6 Lake Shore drive E., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m.

Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce Business Builder Workshop: “Last Call for Solar Eclipse Opportunities

Marvin Community House, 2 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Features Tom Traub, Chair of the Matz-Kohl Observatory Solar Eclipse Committee and NASA Eclipse Ambassador member; Noel Guttman, Chautauqua County Director of Emergency Services and Andrew Nixon, President and CEO of the Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau. For details and to register, see the website: www.chqchamber.org. Free for all local businesspeople.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to noon. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

WNY Sport and Travel Expo

The Fairgrounds in Hamburg, 5820 South Park Ave., noon to 8 p.m. $10, online $9, $2 discount for veterans and first responders available at the door, ages 10 and under, free. Exhibitors from the hunting, fishing and outdoor industry. Vendors, kids can fish in the live trout pond, retriever training demos and more.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: The Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 to 2 p.m. For all who love handiwork, ages 10 and up. Bring own supplies. For knitting, bring 10/10.5 bamboo needles colored worsted weight yarn (#4). For crochet, bring a size H hook and light-colored worsted weight yarn (#4). Come and learn or come and work on a project with others who love to knit, crochet, embroider, etc.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: “Organizing your email”

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 2:45 p.m. Learn how to organize email into organized categories. Internet safety will also be discussed. Free of charge. Call 716 672-8051 to register. Bring own device/laptop or borrow one from the library.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Chess Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 3 p.m. For ages 10 and up. No registration required. For all skill levels.

Fredonia High School Theater Department presents: “Beauty and the Beast”

District auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. Approximately 100 students are involved in the production. Tickets $10. Reserved t ickets available at fredoniamusical.com. For details, contect Director Ben wendell at bwendell@fcsd.wnyric.org

SATURDAY, MARCH 9

Blessed Mary Angela Holy Name Society annual flea market

Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk, 8 a.m. to noon.

St. Patrick’s Dash 3 mile run/walk

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown. Registration 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. in the Northwest Arena lobby. Day of registration $30. Awards at 11 a.m. in the lobby. First race in the 2024 Chautauqua Striders Runner of the Year Series sponsored by KeyBank.

Gowanda Moose Lodge #1382 Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Heard of Moose Open House

201 Aldrich St., 9 to 11:30 a.m. Come enjoy breakfast.

Breast cancer survivor program: The Day of Renewal

Main Street Studios, 50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Offers people impacted by breast cancer an opportunity to gather and learn new coping skills through hands-on workshops for therapeutic arts, floral arranging and reiki. Includes lunch and takeaways for attendees. Registration and details can be found at www.bcnwny.org or by calling 716 706-0060. Presented by the Breast Cancer Network of Western New York.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Fredonia Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

WNY Sport and Travel Expo

The Fairgrounds in Hamburg, 5820 South Park Ave., 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. $10, online $9, $2 discount for veterans and first responders available at the door, ages 10 and under, free. Exhibitors from the hunting, fishing and outdoor industry. Vendors, kids can fish in the live trout pond, retriever training demos and more.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers

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.

Maple Weekends at Johnson Estate Winery

8419 W. Route 20, Westfield, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Maple Liqueur and French Crepes, Julia Child-style, with fancy ground toasted nuts for $5 per person in the tasting room. No reservations except for groups larger than 6.

South Dayton Legion Post #1593 Quoitz tournament

4 Mill St. Sign-ins 11 a.m. pitching begins at 1 p.m. $10 per person entry fee. Food available for purchase, as well as 50/50 tickets. No outside beverages permitted – all drinks must be purchased from the Legion. For details, call 716 988-3251. Event will take place regardless of the weather and is open to the public.

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.

Live at the Met: Verdi’s “La Forza del Destino”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $20 adults, $18 members, $10 students. Sung in Italian with English subtitles.

Fredonia High School Theater Department presents: “Beauty and the Beast”

District auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 3 p.m. Approximately 100 students are involved in the production. Tickets $10. Reserved t ickets available at fredoniamusical.com. For details, contect Director Ben wendell at bwendell@fcsd.wnyric.org

Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal

Erie Avenue and Park Street, Gowanda, take-out only, 4 to 6 p.m. or gone. The menu is Italian sausage hoagie, baked beans, vegetable, fruited jello and cookie. Free will donations are appreciated but not necessary.

Movies at the Reg: “Origin”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Journalist Isabel Wilkerson crosses continents and culture to craft one of the defining American books of our time. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

First Ward Falcon Club Easter meat raffle party

341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 7 p.m Over 50 raffles including hams, Polish sausage, Italian sausage and strip steaks. Free beer. Allison’s kitchen open.

Cinema Series: “American Fiction”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Jeffrey Wright stars as an author who uses a pen name to write an outlandish “Black” book of his own, propelling him to the heart of hypocrisy. . $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

SUNDAY, MARCH 10

WNY Sport and Travel Expo

The Fairgrounds in Hamburg, 5820 South Park Ave., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10, online $9, $2 discount for veterans and first responders available at the door, ages 10 and under, free. Exhibitors from the hunting, fishing and outdoor industry. Vendors, kids can fish in the live trout pond, retriever training demos and more.

Maple Weekends at Johnson Estate Winery

8419 W. Route 20, Westfield, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Maple Liqueur and French Crepes, Julia Child-style, with fancy ground toasted nuts for $5 per person in the tasting room. No reservations except for groups larger than 6.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School Weidner’s chicken barbecue fundraiser

Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, noon to 3 p.m. or sold out. Drive-through only. Dinner includes a half chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy and a vegetable. $15. All proceeds benefit NCCS.

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Taize prayer service

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Focusing on song, silence, and Scripture lasts about 40 minutes. Attendees are asked to arrive a few minutes early. Appropriate for Christians of any denomination. All are most welcome.Takes place every Sunday during Lent.

MONDAY, MARCH 11

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

United Seniors luncheon meeting

Kosciuszko Club, 252 Nevins St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. Prepay the $15 by sending all monies to Linda Riley, 264 King St. Dunkirk, N.Y. 14048 before March 6. Expected menu: baked chicken, mixed vegetables, baby red potatoes, tossed salad.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary Post 6390 monthly meeting

Post 6390, 2556 Route 20, Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, MARCH 12

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary.

Hanover Community Committee Winter Appreciation Sip and Snack

Merritt Estate Winery, 2264 King Road, Forestville, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Good food, delicious wine, great company. Free to attend. Pre-registration needed at www.chautauquachamber.org

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.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 monthly meeting

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m.

Children in the Stream/ 4H Youth Fly Fishing program class

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costello Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment is needed.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 meeting

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. New members welcome.

Willowbrook Park Cemetery Board meeting

Mackowiak Funeral Home, 56 E. Doughty St., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Anyone interested is welcome to attend.

Cinema Series: “American Fiction”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Jeffrey Wright stars as an author who uses a pen name to write an outlandish “Black” book of his own, propelling him to the heart of hypocrisy. . $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13

TOPS NY No. 890 meeting

First United Presbyterian Church, 35 Park Place, Silver Creek. Weigh-ins begin at 8:45 a.m., meeting starts at 9:35 a.m. All are welcome. Use the Main Street entrance. For details, call 716 680-0313.

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 35 E. Main St., Brocton. Weigh-ins at 2 p.m., meeting at 2:30 p.m. All are welcome to visit with new friends and get help losing weight. For details, contact Kathy at 716 792-4226.

East Dunkirk Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue

Fire Hall, 10949 S. Roberts Road, 4 to 6 p.m. or sold out. Eat in or drive-through. $15. Call 716 680-2729 for tickets.

Violin and Piano Ensemble at the Prendergast Library

509 Cherry St., Jamestown, Library’s Fireplace Room, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Meet and greet with the performers follows. Free, open to the public.

Lakeshore Humane Society Wednesday open adoption hours

The Lakeshore Humane Society, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, will hold open adoption hours from 6 to 8 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.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885.

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Soup and Scripture series

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton parish meeting room, Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Homemade soup at 6:30, scripture begins at 7 p.m. and lasts about an hour. Leader: Deacon Michael Lemieux. An $8 book can be purchased at the first session. The series runs for six consecutive Wednesdays beginning Feb. 21. Call 716 366-2306 to register.

Movies at the Reg: “Perfect Days”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Janitor Hirayama enjoys music on cassette tapes, books and taking pictures of trees. THrough unexpected encounters, he reflects on beauty in the world. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

Lake Shore Coin Club

Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., 7 p.m. Members gather for discussion, raffles, treats and coin sales. Club meets the second Wednesday of the month.

THURSDAY, MARCH 14

Prevention Works 50th anniversary breakfast celebration

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron, 9 to 11 a.m. $25 per ticket. Call 716 664-3608 for details.

Thursday Knitting Group

St. Joseph’ Roman Catholic Church, 145 E. Main 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.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.

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.

Northern Chautauqua Amateur Radio Club meeting

Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk, video conference room, second floor, handicapped accessible, 6 p.m. Anyone interested in radio is welcome to attend the meetings held the second Thursday of the month. For details, email ncarc@netsync.net

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.

Chautauqua County History Lecture Series: Dunkirk Then and Now: Three Critical Streets

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. Author, photographer and Dunkirk Historian Diane Andrasik’s presentation will focus on her book “Dunkirk Then and Now: Three Critical Streets. The book explores three main north-south streets in the city: Central Avenue, Main Street and Washington Avenue. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event, with proceeds benefiting the Dunkirk Historical Society. Free admission to the presentation,, donations accepted.

Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association meeting

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Open to the public free of charge.

JCC Commoners present: “Hamlet”

The Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 161 James Ave., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. General admission $12; FSA/Senior 60+/Student $10; JCC student with ID $7.

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, MARCH 15

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. to noon. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidering, fun with friends.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: The Secret Society of the Twisted Stitchers

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 to 2 p.m. For all who love handiwork, ages 10 and up. Bring own supplies. For knitting, bring 10/10.5 bamboo needles colored worsted weight yarn (#4). For crochet, bring a size H hook and light-colored worsted weight yarn (#4). Come and learn or come and work on a project with others who love to knit, crochet, embroider, etc.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Chess Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 3 p.m. For ages 10 and up. No registration required. For all skill levels.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeon and Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens and YA patrons welcome to join for role-playing adventures. Contact the library director at 716 366-2511.

Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services vaccination event

Brocton Central School, 138 W. Main St., 3 p.m. COVID-19; flu shots. For details, call 716 753-4528.

Angela Carey and Bill Thomas “Revival” opening exhibition

Patterson Library Octagon Gallery, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 p.m.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Fredonia High School Theater Department presents: “Beauty and the Beast”

District auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. Approximately 100 students are involved in the production. Tickets $10. Reserved t ickets available at fredoniamusical.com. For details, contect Director Ben wendell at bwendell@fcsd.wnyric.org

JCC Commoners present: “Hamlet”

The Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 161 James Ave., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. General admission $12; FSA/Senior 60+/Student $10; JCC student with ID $7.

SATURDAY, MARCH 16

Blessed Mary Angela Holy Name Society annual flea market

Social Center, 324 Townsend St., Dunkirk, 8 a.m. to noon.

St. Patrick’s Day Rock and Roll Party at Harley-Davidson of Jamestown

1951 E. Main St., Falconer, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Spin to win great prizes, giveaways and rider rewards points. Free food and beverages from 11 a.m. until gone.

New York State Maple Weekend

Various farm locations.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Fredonia Masonic Lodge, 321 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

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.

First Ward Falcon Club annual Children’s Easter egg hunt and party

341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 1 to 4 p.m. For members’ children or grandchildren up to the age of 10. $5 registration fee per child. All children must be registered at the club rooms by March 10. Call Rich or Jeanette Jesse at 716 366-8427 for details.

JCC Commoners present: “Hamlet”

The Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 161 James Ave., Jamestown, 2 p.m. General admission $12; FSA/Senior 60+/Student $10; JCC student with ID $7. Another performance at 7:30 p.m.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

Gowanda Moose Lodge #1382 Round and Square Dance

201 Aldrich St., 7 to 10 p.m. With Paul Zittle.

Fredonia High School Theater Department presents: “Beauty and the Beast”

District auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. Approximately 100 students are involved in the production. Tickets $10. Reserved t ickets available at fredoniamusical.com. For details, contect Director Ben wendell at bwendell@fcsd.wnyric.org

Cinema Series: “The Boy and the Heron”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. A fantasy adventure where a boy follows a gray heron into a fantastic world shared by the living and the dead.. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students.

Movies at the Reg: “THe Boys in the Boat”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 8 p.m. Inspirational true story of underdog1936 University of Washington rowing team as they compete for gold at the Olympics in Berlin. $7 admission fee and $1 theater restoration fee.

SUNDAY, MARCH 17

New York State Maple Weekend

Various farm locations.

Brocton Preceptor Beta Epsilon Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi towel bingo

Brocton American Legion, 110 W. Main St., 1 p.m. Doors open at noon. Wide variety of colorful bath and beach towels for winners using player cards, Refreshments available, free punch and coffee.Chinese auction, 50/50s. Proceeds donated to families, individuals and organizations in need.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “Emma”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. See www.lbltj.com

The Lord’s Vineyard Lenten Taize prayer service

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 336 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Focusing on song, silence, and Scripture lasts about 40 minutes. Attendees are asked to arrive a few minutes early. Appropriate for Christians of any denomination. All are most welcome.Takes place every Sunday during Lent.

MONDAY, MARCH 18

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.