THURSDAY, FEB. 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.

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 Library presents: Drop in Activities

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 1 to 4 p.m. For all ages. Building toys, crafts, LEGOs, other activity stations. Pre-registration not necessary.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium afterschool elementary program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 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.

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.

Lakeshore Humane Society monthly general membership meeting

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

Struthers Library Theatre presents: Early James

302 W. Third Ave., Warren, 7 p.m. Alabama singer-songwriter-guitarist. $20.

Songwriters’ Circle at Lakeshore Center for the Arts

40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 p.m. $10 per person. Mike Criscione, Adam McKillip, Phil Henry, Jason Mirek.

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 Jazz Showcase

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

FRIDAY, FEB. 21

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.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Gallery Walk

RTPI, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Must be an RTPI member or purchase regular museum admission. Limit 15 persons. Reservations at 716 665-2473,

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.

Lake Erie Wine Country Wine & Chocolate Month

21 unique wineries provide perfectly decadent pairings for their wines. For more details and to purchase tickets, see www.lakeeriewinecountry.org

Movies at the Reg – “Mufasa: The Lion King” – Winter Break Matinee

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m Rafiki relays the legend of Simba’s father Mufasa. $7 at the door, $9 online or via phone.

SATURDAY, FEB. 22

Pink Panther Vintage Snowmobile Show

Pine Junction, 9757 Bailey Hill Road, Sherman, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Warming area, food, beverages

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.

Fredonia 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. Other open hours are Wednesdays 1 to 3 p.m., Thursdays 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Guests can only receive 1 helping a month.

Lake Erie Wine Country Wine & Chocolate Month

21 unique wineries provide perfectly decadent pairings for their wines. For more details and to purchase tickets, see www.lakeeriewinecountry.org

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Author talk with Gail Lynn

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Author Lynn will discuss her personal experiences during the COVID pandemic with a loved one battling the questionable mandates and fear spreading through the county in 2020-2021. Her most recent book honors her mother.

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.

History Unleashed book signing with Chris Carosa

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 1 to 2 p.m. Explore the incredible journey of General Marquis de Lafayette as he encounters Native American tribes, settlers, and pivotal moments that shaped the nation during his 1825 tour. Free event, open to public.

Sleigh Rides at Chautauqua

Chautauqua Institution, 10 Roberts St., weather permitting. Rides start at 1 p.m. leaving every half hour from the parking lot near the Chautauqua Bookstore with the last ride at 3 p.m. Adults $5, children $3. Tickets at bookstore. Wagons are uncovered, dress for weather.

Fredonia Choral Festival

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 4 p.m.

Coldest Night of the Year fund-raising walk

YWCA Jamestown, 401 N. Main St., 4 to 7 p.m. Begins, ends at Winter Garden. Meet, take photos with Elsa, Anna, face painting, DJ, coffee, hot chocolate, cookies, soup, pulled pork sandwiches. Funds raised donated to YWCA Jamestown’s Transitions Housing Program. Can register at cony.com/jamestown

Phi Mu Alpha presents: American composers concert

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

Beats at the Brix

6654 W. Main Road, Portland, 7 to 9 p.m. Free concert.

Hearts & Roses Soiree

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St, Jamestown, 7 to 11 p.m Gourmet dining, live DJ, dancing. $61.50 single, $102.50 couple