THURSDAY, DEC. 19

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.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka!

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

Genealogy Support Group Research Night/Christmas party

Hall House Research Center, 73 Forest Ave., Jamestown, 4 to 8 p.m. Bring Christmas cookies.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “Accountability During Conflicts: Understanding ICC Arrest Warrants”

Virtual event, 5 p.m. Discussing the ICC issuance of arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and Mohammed Deif of Hamas. Presenters: Jennifer Trahan, David Scheffer. To register, see https://www.roberthjackson.org

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.

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 Democratic Committee holiday party

Sheridan VFW 2556 Route 20, 6 to 8 p.m. Local Democratic party members, supporters invited. Michael Bobseine, Susan Parker will be recognized for their dedication. Refreshments, cash bar. Free will donations to PO Box 1218, Dunkirk, NY 14048 or at door. To RSVP, for details, call 716 499-9628..

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly General Membership meeting

Lakeshore Humane Society Adoption Center, 431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome. See www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org or call 716-672-1991 for information.

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. 20

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.

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

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.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Sweater Repair Workshop

7 Day St., Fredonia, 3 to 5 p.m. Adults, children 10+. $12 materials fee. With local artist Emma De La Lane. Repair or embellish sweaters with needle, wet felting.

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 “The Santa Claus” at Group Ther-Happy at 6 p.m., Christmas caroling at four corners at 6 p.m.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”

Robert H. Jackson Center’s Cappa Theatre, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Mike Thornton brings a show with an immersive 1940s atmosphere, live sound effects, musical numbers, visit from Santa.

Movies at the Reg – “Love Actually”

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Romantic comedy follows 8 couples whose lives intersect shortly before Christmas. Stars Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Collin Firth, Emma Thompson, Laura Linney. $8 at the door, $10 online or via phone.

Struthers Library Theatre presents “Elf”

302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. Classic film starring Will Ferrell. Adults $8, Students, seniors $6.

SATURDAY, DEC. 21

St. John’s Episcopal Church Christmas cookie walk

14 W. Fourth St., Dunkirk, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stroll through cookie lane to select favorites from 60 varieties, including Italian fig cookies, baklava. If unable to attend or needing delivery, call Wende at 716 467-0283.

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. Market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Lakewood Christmas in the Village

10 a.m. Breakfast with Santa at Lakewood Legion; 10 a.m Build a snowman, candy cane relay races at Santa’s Workshop; 10 a.m. make and take Christmas cards, letters to Santa at Lakewood Library; noon sleigh rides on Chautauqua Avenue; Human Library featuring Rebecca Cuthbert at Group Ther-Happy at 1 p.m.

Fred Basket Food Pantry

Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon. Serves the needs of residents of Fredonia, ZIP code 14063, Pomfret, Sheridan and Laona. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food. Number of bags given out depends on family size.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: holiday activity

536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Make snowflakes with popsicle sticks, jewels, more. Registration required. Call 716 366-2511.

Meet the Author, book signing event with Jill Krzyzanowicz (pen name Margo Reilly)

Next Chapter Book Store, 12 Park Place, Fredonia, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The author’s book “When You Shake the Family Tree” is a sequel to “When the Apple Falls Far from the Tree.”

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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play”

Robert H. Jackson Center’s Cappa Theatre, 305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Mike Thornton brings a show with an immersive 1940s atmosphere, live sound effects, musical numbers, visit from Santa. Another performance at 7 p.m.

St. John’s United Church of Christ meatloaf dinner

733 Central Ave. (via Eagle Street parking lot), Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Eat-in or take-out. $13, includes dessert. Reservations recommended; call 716 366-0710.

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

Burch Farms Country Market, 9210 Sidehall Road, North East, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Departs every 30 minutes. Reservations required, includes ride, cookies, cocoa, coffee, mulled apple wine, wine sampling. $200 for up to 16 people. Call 814 725-0747.

Forestville Fire Department, Fall Festival Committee visit with Santa

Forestville Fire Hall, 18 Chestnut St., 6 to 8 p.m. Hot cocoa, cookies, arts, crafts. Hot dogs, hamburgers for sale by local scouts.