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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19
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.
Dunkirk Farmers' Market
Dunkirk Senior Center Pavilion, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vegetables, fruit, herbs, preserves, honey, baked goods, meat, eggs, dairy, more. EBT/SNAP, WIC benefits accepted.
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.
Seymour Library presents: Chair yoga with Isiss Pratz
Cassadaga Branch, 18 Maple St., 4 p.m. Part of Alzheimer's programming.
Patterson Library Chiavetta's chicken barbecue, benefit auction
Eason Hall, 23 Elm St., Westfield, Barbecue at 5 p.m., $15. Guests welcome to bring own beverages, festive table settings. Followed by basket raffle, live auction at 6:30 p.m. Features unique donated items, services, experiences. Proceeds support Patterson's collections, programs, technology, community services.
8 Great Wednesdays in the Park – Blues Night with Jeff Fetterman
Barker Common, 5:30 p.m. pre-show activities. Music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Food/beverage vendors.
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.
Music at the Point Sunset Concert Series presents: "The Living Room Jam Band" (Lawley Insurance VIP Night}
Point Gratiot Park, Dunkirk, 6 to 8 p.m.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Write Focus
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. Informal, friendly, supportive group focused on developing creative or hobby writing skills in a relaxed atmosphere. For details and/or the Zoom link, contact the library.
Chautauqua County Genealogical Society annual picnic
Details TBA.
Village of Angola summer concert – Boogie Monsters
Angola Centennial Park & Gazebo, 7 to 9 p.m.
St. Peregrine Anointing of the Sick Healing Mass
Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. Celebrant: Rev. David Pellettiere.
Movies at the Reg: "Maddie's Secret"
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Comedian, writer, actor John Early stars himself as a dishwasher who becomes a viral superstar threatened by a secret from her past. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.
THURSDAY, AUG. 20
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.
Lake Erie State Park interpretive programs
5838 Route 5 Brocton, 10 a.m.: phases of the moon; 10:45: celestial wind chimes; 12:30 p.m.: nature in motion.. Meet at recreation hall. Free programs, but park admission fee applies.
FeedMore Farm Market
Anderson-Lee Library, 43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fresh, healthy, affordable, locally grown produce, everything under $5. Accepts cash, debit/credit, tap to pay, SNAP/EBT (50% off).
Friends of Chautauqua Writers' Center presents: Locals at the Library
Smith Memorial Library, Chautauqua Institution, 12 to 1 p.m. Opportunity to visit with local authors, purchase their books. This week: Moxie Gardiner, "Black Ice," retro fiction; Patricia Averbach, "Dreams of Drowning,” magical realism; Doreen Gallagher Regan, co-author of "Historic Places of Buffalo and Western New York," local history, non-fiction.
Forestville Farmers' Market
Main Street next to Cave's, 1 to 5 p.m. SNAP benefits accepted.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Needle felting project with local artist Emma De La Laine
7 Day St., Fredonia, 12 to 2 p.m. Adults, children 10+ with adult. $15 materials fee. Register at 716 672-8051. Learn to make a needle felted lemon turtle.
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.
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.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Life Story Writing program
Hybrid program, 6 p.m., can attend in-person at 15 Main St. or online by emailing director@sinclairvillelibrary to receive Zoom link to join online. Ages 14+. Includes some genealogy as well as writing practice. Share stories, build community for those interested in sharing life stories in writing.
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.
Music on the Pier Summer Concert Series Arena Rock Night
6 p.m. opener: Reset to Vinyl; 7:15 p.m. headliner: Wanted: The Bon Jovi Tribute Band. Concession vendors will be on the Dunkirk Pier and/or Memorial Park along with Dunkirk Boardwalk and pier merchants open for business. Bring folding chair.
Live music at Johnson Estate with The McClenathan Brothers
8419 US 20 W., Westfield, 6 p.m. Estate wine flights, craft beverages, artisanal charcuterie boards, lawn games, live acoustic sets in fresh air. No reservations required.
St. Monica prayer group
Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6 p.m.
Historical Society of Brocton, Portland, NY meeting
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6 p.m.
Sunset Yoga at Dunkirk Lighthouse
1 Lighthouse Point Drive. Begins 1 hour before sunset. Check the Dunkirk Lighthouse Facebook page for exact time.
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.
Chautauqua Town Historical Society presentation: "Chautauqua County's Poor Farm"
Town Hall, 2 Academy St., Mayville, 7 p.m. Presenter: Research Historian Michelle Henry.
Sunset Bay presents: Darkwater Duo
Cabana Sam's, 1028 S. Shore Drive, Irving, 7 p.m.
Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters Circle
49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 p.m. This month: MYQ Farrow, Holly Kluge, Scott Reynolds. Tickets $10.
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, AUG . 21
Celtic Festival, Gathering of Clans
Mayville Lakeside Park, 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Weekend performers include Tuatha Dea, Emerald Isle, Celtic Creek, Step N Time, Water Horse, The Fiddle Session. Gatherings of the clans, pipe bands, Scottish heavy athletes, Celtic, craft vendors, Celtic music, food, beer, wine garden, Scottish, Irish dancers, old-fashioned fiddle sessions, kids' area w/clan hunt. Purchase discounted tickets online at www.96thhighlanders.com
Chautauqua County Antique Equipment Association Annual Show
Club grounds, 4578 Cemetery Road, Stockton, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. $5 gate fee. Kids under 14 free. Senior citizens $3. Features Side Shaft engines, antique trucks, displays, equipment demos, games, food vendors, kids' activities, 11 a.m. parade, wagon rides, tractor pull. 8 p.m. bonfire, music by DTO.
Bemus Point Farmers' and Artisans' Market
Village Park, 1 Lakeside Drive, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local farmers, artisans, local wineries, breweries, flowers, baked goods, special activities.
Busti Historic Society campus open house
3443 Lawson Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See 1836 mill, 1846 Miller's house, museum. Admission by donation. Kids' Day program from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for $10 per student. Play historic games, make craft. Register at 716 483-3670 or email bustihistorical.edu.@gmail.com
St. John's Church hot dog sale
733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cattapalooza Tattoo and Music Festival
Chautauqua County Fairgrounds, 1089 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 12 to 11 p.m. 15 to 20 tattoo artists. Kids' face painting, temporary tattoos. Food. Entertainment: 2 p.m:. Foot Steps; 4 p.m.: LIZARDMAN FREAK SHOW; 7 p.m.: Daze Ago; 8 p.m.: Under the Black; 9:30 p.m.: Swamp Yankees. Admission this day $25, weekend pass $60. Camping available.
Brocton Portland Farmers' Market
Tri Parish Church back parking lot, 41 Main St., Brocton, (next to Country Fair), 12 to 6 p.m. For details, contact Debbie Harriger at 716-467-5439. (through end of October 2026)
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.
Fredonia Farm Festival
Barker Common area, opens at 4 p.m. Over 100 craft, trade vendors. Food, entertainment. Evening interactive square dance. 5 to 8 p.m.: free exotic petting zoo. $10 pony or camel rides. Movie "Zootopia" at dusk by Barker Common gazebo.
Patterson Library presents: Octagon Gallery Opening: Joseph Grice “Reverence”
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 7 p.m.
Rolling Hills Asylum – Santiago Cirilo as seen on "The Walking Dead," "Back from the Dead"
11001 Bethany Center Road, E. Bethany, 5:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Orientation, history of haunting at RHA, meet, greet with Santi, Q & A re: horror entertainment, paranormal experiences, mental health awareness, more. Buffet breakfast at midnight, free roam of asylum. 18+ with ID, $129. See www.rollinghillsasylum.com
Everwild Wine on the Trail walk
Chautauqua Lake Outlet Greenway,3361 Old Fluvanna Road, Jamestown, 6:30 to 8:30p.m. Enjoy a guided hike with Everwild staff.. Bring own wine, beer, cocktail or other beverage. Intended audience: adults 21+. Free event. RSVP appreciated, call 716 664-2166. Dress accordingly.
Movies at the Reg: "Toy Story 5"
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Woody, Buzz, Jessie and gang's jobs are challenged by Lilypad, a new tablet device with ideas how their kid Bonnie should best spend her time. Tickets $7 at box office, $9 online or by phone.