Coming up
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14
Tops NY 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: Through the Eyes of a Friend (Holocaust)
305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. or 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.
Cardinal Mindszenty Class of 1965 60th Class Reunion planning meeting
Buddy Brewsters, 14050 Bennett Road, Fredonia, noon. All class members invited to attend.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Mah Jongg (American) open play session
7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. No registration required.
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.
Gowanda Central School District Art Department K-12 Art Show
Gowanda Historic Hollywood Theater, 39 W. Main St., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Awards at 6:30 p.m. Free, public welcome.
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “Guardians of the Constitution”
305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6 to 7 p.m. Speakers Matthew Steillen, Anthony Michael Kreis. Explores the case “Marbury v. Madison” (1803) which establishes the court’s right to declare laws as unconstitutional.
Gowanda Central School District Meet the Board of Education candidates night
High school library, remotely via Facebook Live.
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.
Movies at the Reg: “The Luckiest Man in America”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on a true story, Ohio ice cream truck driver (Paul Walter Hauser) steps into the game show “Press Your Luck,” harboring a secret: the key to endless money. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.
Lecture Series:Constitutional Issues Facing the Supreme Court at Fenton History Center
67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Randy Elf will discuss issues facing the Supreme Court regarding the First Amendment. Free event, donations appreciated. Public welcome.
THURSDAY, MAY 15
Pine Valley Junior/Senior High School Community Blood Bank drive
7755 Highway 83, South Dayton, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Must be at least 17, 16 with parental consent, at least 110 pounds, no tattoos or piercings in prior 3 months. Eat prior to donating, bring photo ID.
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.
Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Through the Eyes of a Friend (Holocaust)
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.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Preschool storytime with Miss Jill
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 2 to 5. Reading, singing, rhymes and fun crafts. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: School-age storytime with Miss Amy
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 6 to 12. Stories, crafts, games. Other activities Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit
536 Central Ave., 11 to 11:30 a.m. For ages 2 to 5.
Anderson-Lee Farm Market
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., behind the library. Fresh produce at affordable prices until sold out. Accepts SNAP, cash, credit/debit cards. In partnership with FeedMore WNY.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium Afterschool Elementary program
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 5:45 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.
ArtScape Art opening reception
Chautauqua Art Gallery, 318 N. Main St., Jamestown, 5 p.m. Meet artists, then head to Pearl City Clay House, 220 E. Second St. at 5:45.
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.
CHPC Monarch Chronicles grief support session
6 W. Main St., Fredonia, 5:30 to 7 p.m. or 20 W. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Call for details RSVP 716 338-0033, ext 212. Topic: Facing the Future – Grief and Moving Forward.
St. Monica Prayer group
Holy Trinity Central Office conference room, 1030 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 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.
Third Thursday Jamestown
Wintergarden Plaza, 313 N. Main St., 6 to 9 p.m. Free event. This month: theatrical performances by Madness Most Discreet at 6; 8 p.m.
Chautauqua County Board of Health quarterly meeting
HRC Building, Fourth floor conference room, 7 N. Erie St., Mayville, 6 p.m. To attend, call 716 753-4082.
Lakeshore Humane Society monthly General Membership meeting
Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Public welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716-672-1991 for information.
Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters Circle Series
The Lake Shore Center for the Arts, 49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 p.m. $10. Local singers/songwriters. This month features Sonny Mayo, Paul Wassenburger, Justin Williams, Doug Wilcox.
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, MAY 16
Town of Stockton town-wide cleanup for residents only
Deliver trash to Highway Department storage building, 4696 Railroad Ave., Stockton 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appliances, trash, junk only, no garbage, tires, liquid waste, paint, oils, batteries, computers, appliances with freon.
Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary 1280 rummage sale
Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program
Virtual, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For parents of teens. Free event. To register, call 716 664-3608. This week’s topic: Coping with Teenagers’ Emotions.
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, 2 to 4 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. No registration required.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons and Dragons
536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teen and YA patrons can join in role-playing adventures. Contact the Library Director for details.
Sheridan VFW Auxiliary bake sale, basket raffle
Post 6390, 2556 Route 20 W., 4 p.m.
Movies at the Reg: “Thank You Very Much”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Filmmaker Alex Braverman explores Andy Kaufmann’s life, career. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.
Commencement Eve Pops: The Sound of Music
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. Features the Western New York Chamber Orchestra, Fredonia music, musical theatre majors performing Rogers & Hammerstein II classic.