WEDNESDAY, DEC. 4

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.

Connect Life blood drive

Brooks-TLC Hospital, 529 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every donor in December gets a free Buffalo Sabres ticket to a select game. To schedule an appointment, call 716 529-4270.

Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association program

Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services, 107 Institute St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. Learn the difference between Alzheimer’s, other dementias, risk factors, stages of the disease, resources for care, support. Register online at bit.ly/dec4uad or call 800.272.3900.

Sinclairville Free Library Early Literacy program “Child’s Play”

15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For ages two to preschool with caregivers. Library Assistant Jessica Huling presents engaging stories, social play, crafts, songs. Siblings also welcome. Register by calling 716 962-5885.

TOPS NY #1094 of Brocton meeting

Tri-Church, 41 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.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Neighborhood Nature with Corinne Kelly

15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. Hands-on program that encourages kids to explore, connect with plants, animals, ecosystems in their own backyards. Earn badges. Ages 7+. Register by calling 716 962-5885.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: holiday activity

536 Central Ave., 3 to 4 p.m. Class to paint, decorate wooden ornaments. Registration required. Call 716 366-2511.

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.

Allen Park Women’s Club Caroling in Allen Park

W. Virginia Blvd., Jamestown, 6 to 7 p.m. Hot cocoa, cookies. Performance by Jamestown High School Madrigal singers, Santa visit.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library Write Focus Writers’ Group

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

“Tales of Wonder”

Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, 161 James Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Unique theatrical show, written, directed by Mark W. Sasse, music by Shion Beak. Includes a poignant piece about a runaway slave in 1852 looking for shelter; Christmas in the Trenches, 1914; many more. Ticketed event.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62 monthly meeting

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

Fredonia University Chorus

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

THURSDAY, DEC 5

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.

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 and other activities. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Explore & More Home School Group

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. to noon.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story Time and Take Home Craft

536 Central Ave., 11 to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 2 to 5.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Beginning Mah Jongg (American)

7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required for this 18+ event. Call 716 672-8051.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. STEAM program for elementary students.

Darwin R. Baker Library presents: Santa’s Workshop

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4 to 5:45 p.m. For kids, tweens, teens 5th grade, up. Craft someone a snowflake charm bracelet or snowy lantern ornament. While crafting, sip hot chocolate, nibble on cookies, enjoy a holiday movie. No registration required.

Chautauqua County Parks Commission meeting

Jamestown Airport conference room, 3163 Airport Drive, 4 p.m. Public welcome.

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 p.m. Read, discuss novels ranging from classics to contemporary. Reserve titles online, at the library or call 716 366-2511.

CHQ Professionals Group “Jingle at the Rocks”

64 on the Rocks, 64 W. Main St., Fredonia, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Raffles, appetizers, ugly sweater contest, music by DJ Gould, networking opportunities. Must be age 21+. Admission is $10 with donation of new, unwrapped toy or $20 without donation. All proceeds benefit the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots. Co-sponsored by Dunkirk-Fredonia Rotary Club.

Hanging of the Greens

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 6 to 8 p.m. Lighting of 18′ Christmas tree, create holiday crafts, musical performances. Cookies, refreshments, take-home cookie kits while supplies last. Free photo booth. Community welcome. Guardians must accompany children at all times. Stuff a bear for $5 cash while supplies last.

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.

“Tales of Wonder”

Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, JCC, 161 James Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Unique theatrical show, written, directed by Mark W. Sasse, music by Shion Beak. Includes a poignant piece about a runaway slave in 1852 looking for shelter; Christmas in the Trenches, 1914; many more. Ticketed event.

Danza! Performing Academy presents: “Holiday Movie Magic”

1891 Fredonia Opera House. 9 Church St., 7 p.m. All tickets $15.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “The Book Women”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General seating. General public $20, $25 door; students $5 advance, $10 door. By Rachel Bublitz. Directed by Daniel F. Lenzian.

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, DEC. 6

Herbert Star Apartments holiday craft and bake sale

54 Central Ave., Brocton, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday: Trails of Chautauqua County with Jacob Bodway

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 11 a.m. to noon. Adults $8, Nature Center members $6, children 9 to 15 $6.

Connect Life blood drive

The Fitness Room, 3469 Central Ave., Dunkirk, noon. to 5 p.m. Every donor in December gets a free Buffalo Sabres ticket to a select game. To schedule an appointment, call 716 529-4270.

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.

RTPI Guided Gallery Walk

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Limited to 15 people. Participants must either be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum

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.

Fredonia Presbyterian Church Christmas Festival and Market

219 Central Ave., 3:30 to 6 p.m. Browse through 300 nativities, listen to live music, enjoy cookies, a beverage. Fair trade and craft items available for purchase.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Games, activities for older kids, families.

Lakeshore Flea Market

VFW Memorial Post, 2556 Route 20, Sheridan, 4 to 7 p.m. New and vintage items. Chance for two VFW free fish dinners. Fish fry and full service bar available. Reservations recommended for fish fry. Dine in or take out. Also lottery basket raffle, bake sale.

Lakewood Christmas in the Village

5 to 8 p.m. North Pole photos with Santa at the Village Christmas tree at 5 p.m.; sleigh rides on Chautauqua Avenue at 5 p.m.; outdoor movie “Home Alone 2” at Group Ther-Happy at 6 p.m., Christmas caroling at four corners at 6 p.m.

Dunkirk Holiday Parade “Gingerbread Avenue and Candy Cane Lane”

Central Avenue from Third Street to Fifth Street, 6:30 p.m. Pre-parade entertainment: DJ Dance Party with Rudolph at City Hall from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Parade marshall: Bob Patterson; announcers: Andy Bohn, E.J. Hayes. Tree lighting ceremony with Mayor Kate Wdowciasz. View the Gingerbread City of Dunkirk on display at the Stearns Building window next to CIty Hall. Food and refreshments available for purchase at Central Station Restaurant until 7:30 p.m.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. Ages 5 to 12. Build the challenge of the day, pick a challenge card or free build. Limit of 10 children. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

Chautauqua Regional Youth Ballet presents: “The Nutcracker”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. $20 to $47. Starring guest artists from the Dance Theater of Harlem Kamala Saara and Douadio Davis.

Danza! Performing Arts Academy presents “Holiday Movie Magic”

1891 Fredonia Opera House. 9 Church St., 7 p.m. All tickets $15.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “The Wizard of Oz”

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. See www.lbltj.com $25 adults, $17 ages 17 and under.

“Tales of Wonder”

Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre, JCC,161 James Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Unique theatrical show, written, directed by Mark W. Sasse, music by Shion Beak. Includes a poignant piece about a runaway slave in 1852 looking for shelter; Christmas in the Trenches, 1914; many more. Ticketed event.

Orchesis Winter Showcase: Keep on Dancing

SUNY Fredonia, Steele Hall, G01 Fieldhouse, 7 p.m. $8 general admission, $4 students.

SLT Academy presents: Holiday Special from Outer Space

Struthers Library Theatre, 302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m.Kay Hardesty Logan Foundation presents: Allegheny Regional Theatre Experiences – community youth exploring voice, acting, movement. Original jukebox musical written by the SLT academy. $10 adults, students, seniors $8.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: “The Book Women”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. General seating. General public $20, $25 door; students $5 advance, $10 door. By Rachel Bublitz. Directed by Daniel F. Lenzian.