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Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

CHQ Business Builder Workshop – Corporate Citizenship, Engagement

Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Unit Community Training Center, Mall Boulevard, Lakewood, 1 to 3 p.m. Ways to get your business noticed through donations, volunteerism, sponsorship. Register at chqchamber.org

Leaf Junior workshop: “Cold Sowing, Microgreens Class”

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. For youth grades 3-12. Youth do not have to be a 4-H member to attend. Cost $10 to $15. Call 716 664-9502 to register.

TUESDAY, MARCH 25

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.

Silver Creek Mobile Food Pantry

Village municipal parking lot, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free of charge to residents of Silver Creek, surrounding communities.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Henry C. Youngerman Center for Communication Disorders Stroke and Head Injury Support Group

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E14, 3 p.m.. Sessions are open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Sessions include activities to help these survivors use compensation strategies to confirm communication skills, provide educational info and an opportunity to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. For details, contact Julie Williams, 716 673-4618.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka! STEAM program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

City of Dunkirk public meeting regarding construction of amphitheater, welcome center in Memorial Park

Second floor Stearns building, 338 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 4 p.m.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

LEAF (Learn, Empower, Achieve Farm) workshop: Felting Fun

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Cost $5 for in-person participants. Pre-registration strongly encouraged. See https://chautauqua.cce.cornell.edu/agriculture/leaf-workshops

Free fly-tying fishing classes

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costelly Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Instructor Alberto Rey. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment needed.

Sons of American Legion Squad 59 meeting

156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 7 p.m.

Cinema Series: “A Complete Unknown”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Timothee Chalamet as singer/songwriter Bob Dylan. $7 adults, $6.50 Opera House members/seniors, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26

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.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Virtual, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For parents of children ages 0 to 12. Free event. To register, call 716 664-3608. This week’s topic: Hassle-free shopping.

SUNY Curious and Creative Conversations Series

SUNY Fredonia, Reed Library garden area, 10 a.m. Free open to public. Faculty members from diverse fields/disciplines will each present a 10-minute “lightning talk” about details of a scholarly, research or creative projects. Q & A follows each presentation. This week: Professor Jessica Hillman-McCord, Department of Theatre and Dance; Associate Professor Megan Urban, Department of Visual Arts and New Media; Assistant Professor Christopher Puglisi, clinical training director of the Clinical Mental Health counseling program.

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.

John T. Murray Post Auxiliary meatloaf dinner

111-113 Deer St., Dunkirk, 5 to 7 p.m. $12 donation – real mashed potatoes, meatloaf, vegetable, dessert. Presale appreciated – purchase at Post.

Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care’s Designer Bag Bingo

Lakewood American Legion, 174 Chautauqua Ave., doors open at 5, bingo begins at 6 p.m. Tickets: $35 each, additional bingo cards, wallet cards available for $1 each. Refreshments for sale. See chpc.care/bingo for details, tickets.

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: “Becoming Led Zeppelin”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Bernard MacMahon explores Led Zeppelin’s creative, musical, personal origin story. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Visiting Violin Recital: Ambroise Aubron with Fredonia faculty

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 27

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.

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.

Fredonia Young Artists Recital

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Presents artists studying at SUNY Fredonia School of Music. Free admission, donations gratefully accepted.

Book Signing event with local artist Margo Reilly (Jill Krzyzanowicz)

Dunkirk Public Library, 536 Central Ave., 6 to 8 p.m. Event is for her second memoir: “When You Shake the Family Tree – A DNA Surprise Story.”

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.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

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, MARCH 28

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.

First Presbyterian Church soup suppers

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Soup, salad, dessert. Dinner by donation, proceeds benefit building fund.

Stockton Showcase and Seymour Library reopening

Stockton Library, 22 N. Main St., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Reception featuring all creative talent, businesses, organizations in Stockton. Celebrating reopening of Library next day. Hors d’oeuvres, sweets, champagne.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Kody & Herren

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Full access to the museum and exhibits, complimentary drink from the Southern Tier Brewing Company or the RTPI bar, light bites by Elegant Edibles Catering, live music. Access to current exhibits. Members: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Non-members: $18 in advance, $20 at the door. Call 716 665-2473 to reserve.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Father Bob’s Stations of the Cross

Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m.

Fredonia High School presents the musical “SOMETHING ROTTEN”

Fredonia Central School Auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. All tickets $10. Reserved tickets at fredoniamusical.com, any remaining tickets sold at the door.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

Fredonia Jazz Orchestra featuring Troy Roberts

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

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:15 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, laser light shows, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, popcorn, other food for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, glasses that refract light. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m

SATURDAY, MARCH 29

East Dunkirk Fire Department indoor yard sale, vendor fair

10949 S. Roberts Road, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also basket raffle, 50-50, refreshments.

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.

Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies clinic

Chautauqua COunty Humane Society, 2825 Strunk Road, Jamestown, 10 a.m. to noon. Animals must be pre-registered. For dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. Register at healthyCHQ.com/Rabies, view calendar of upcoming clinics. Bring all previous vaccination records and remain in car, dogs on a leash, cats in a carrier. For details, call 716 753-4481.

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.

Join CHQ – A Community Fair

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 1 to 4 p.m. Free event. Screening of documentary “Join or Die,” also a mini documentary featuring local leaders, joiners looking at why getting involved locally matters. Talk with local organizations welcoming new members.

Lenten presentation: “The Man on the Shroud – But Who Do You Say I Am?”

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 2 p.m. Presenters: Jeffrey Skurka, Catherine C. Osborn. Opportunity for questions. All welcome. Free admission.

Stockton Showcase and Seymour Library reopening

Stockton Library, 22 N. Main St., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Reception featuring all creative talent, businesses, organizations in Stockton. Celebrating reopening of Library next day. Hors d’oeuvres, sweets, champagne.

Portland Fire Department meat raffle

6481 W. Main Road.

Collaborative Children’s Solution 4th Annual Red Carpet Gala

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 7 to 11 p.m. $25. Ladies only – dancing, desserts, cash bar, basket raffle. Proceeds benefit Jamestown Public Schools Garden Clubs, CCS Prom Dress Experience.

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: The Great Wide Open: A Tribute to Tom Petty

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Tickets $20.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

Fredonia High School presents the musical “SOMETHING ROTTEN”

Fredonia Central School Auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. All tickets $10. Reserved tickets at fredoniamusical.com, any remaining tickets sold at the door.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:15 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, laser light shows, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, popcorn, other food for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, glasses that refract light. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m

SUNDAY, MARCH 30

Centaur Stride “Healing with Horses” Walk-a-thon

Chautauqua Mall, 318 E. Fairmount Ave., Lakewood. Registration $20 by email:info@centaurstride.org, fee waived if more than that is collected from sponsors. Sign in 1:30 ro 2 p.m. in front of Old Navy, walk from 2 to 3 p.m. Money goes to support horses that offer therapy through the Centaur Stride program.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Lenten Taize prayer

The Lord’s Vineyard, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church site, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Blends song, silence, Scripture into a 40-minute service appropriate for Christians of all denominations. Runs each Sunday evening during Lent.

MONDAY, MARCH 31

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Country Kids on the Fly

15 Main St., 5:30 p.m. Free program for ages 8+, adults welcome, too. Learn fly tying, fishing techniques. All tools, materials provided.

Town of Hanover Public hearing on potential battery storage system

Silver Creek High School cafeteria, 1 Dickinson Drive, 6 p.m.

Fredonia Flute Ensemble and Fredonia Bassoon Ensemble

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

TUESDAY, APRIL 1

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.

Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo

Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.

Henry C. Youngerman Center for Communication Disorders Stroke and Head Injury Support Group

SUNY Fredonia, Thompson Hall, room E14, 3 p.m.. Sessions are open to stroke/head injury survivors and their families. Sessions include activities to help these survivors use compensation strategies to confirm communication skills, provide educational info and an opportunity to socialize, share experiences. Light refreshments. For details, contact Julie Williams, 716 673-4618.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka! STEAM program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children are welcome. No registration is necessary.

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

LEAF (Learn, Empower, Achieve Farm) workshop: Reach new audiences with SNAP, other programs

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Cost $5 for in-person participants. Pre-registration strongly encouraged. See https://chautauqua.cce.cornell.edu/agriculture/leaf-workshops

Leaf Junior Workshop: “Native Pollinators, Building a Bug Hotel”

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. For youth grades 3-12. Youth do not have to be a 4-H member to attend. Cost $10 to $15. Call 716 664-9502 to register.

Family of Parishes Penance Service

St. Hyacinth Church, 295 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, penance service follows Mass at 6:30 p.m.

Free fly-tying fishing classes

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Costelly Room, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Instructor Alberto Rey. Open to children over 12 (younger if accompanied by an adult), faculty, staff and community members of all ages. Classes and supplies provided at no cost. No long-term commitment needed.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2

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.

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.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Write Focus Writers’ Group

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

Movies at the Reg: “September 5”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. During the 1972 Munich Olympics, a hostage crisis pushes TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Saarsgard) to thrust an untested sports producer, Geoff Mason (John Magaro) into the spotlight of breaking news coverage. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Fredonia Tuba and Euphonium Ensemble

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

THURSDAY, APRIL 3

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: 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.

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.

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.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

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, APRIL 4

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: free Poetry class with John Brantingham

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to noon. for feedback, coaching; online through video lectures, Zoom-based office hours. Participants can join in as little or as much as desired. To register, email johnmbrantingham@gmail.com, In the subject, write “Poetry Class.”

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: Seeing the Unseen – Aquatic Invaders and What’s at Stake

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

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.

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.

CBA Vision Rehabilitation Services Dining in the Dark fundraiser

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron. Doors open 5 p.m. Cash bar, silent and live auctions, 50/50, 6:15 p.m. guests are blindfolded for a 3-course dinner meal. Reservations $65 each by March 21. Call CBA 716 664-6660.

Blessed Mary Angela Parish Youth Stations of the Cross

St. Hyacinth’s Church, 295 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. All children, young adults invited to participate.

BANFF Mountain Film Festival

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 to 10:10 p.m. Also April 5, two different programs. One-day adult pass $25; active military/student/child/senior $15. Two day adult pass $45; active military/student/child/senior $15. Call 716 665-2473 for details. Also includes all weekend pass to the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

Fredonia Free Improvisation

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

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:30 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, laser light shows, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, popcorn, other food for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, glasses that refract light. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m

SATURDAY, APRIL 5

Lakeshore Flea Market

VFW Memorial Post, 2556 Route 20, Sheridan, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. New and vintage items. Chance for two VFW free fish dinners. 50/50. Saturday breakfast of coffee, breakfast sandwiches on homemade biscuits or lunch of homemade soup of the week, pizza and wings can be purchased.

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.

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.

National Theatre Live; “Present Laughter” by Noel Coward

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $15, students $10.

Jamestown Skating Club presents: “SK8 the 80s”

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 1 p.m. Tickets $10 at door. Another show at 6 p.m.

Princess Tea Party

Crystal Ballroom, 110 W. Third St., Jamestown, 2 to 6 p.m. Sip tea, enjoy light fare, mingle with costumed princesses. Princess attire encouraged. Princess/prince pass $15.38. Parent pass $10.25. Also on-site vendors with royal merchandise.

Child Advocacy Program Diamond Dinner and auction

Chautauqua Suites, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 5 p.m. cocktails, dinner 6:30 p.m. Reservations $75 each, or 2 for $125. Each reservation is an entry into drawing for a dazzling diamond.

BANFF Mountain Film Festival

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 to 10:10 p.m. Also April 4, two different programs. One-day adult pass $25; active military/student/child/senior $15. Two day adult pass $45; active military/student/child/senior $15. Call 716 665-2473 for details. Also includes all weekend pass to the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:30 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, laser light shows, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, popcorn, other food for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, glasses that refract light. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m

SUNDAY, APRIL 6

First Sunday Story Time at Audubon

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Free for children and adults. Pre-registration appreciated by the day before. Children ages 2 to 10 with an adult. Enrollment limited to 15. Can stay after to explore the indoor nature play area, live animals, exhibits.

Community Through Hockey/CCHS All Star Hockey Fundraiser

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. Puck drops at 2:07 p.m. Huge basket raffle, 50/50. Proceeds benefit Chautauqua County Humane Society.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Lenten Taize prayer

The Lord’s Vineyard, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church site, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Blends song, silence, Scripture into a 40-minute service appropriate for Christians of all denominations. Runs each Sunday evening during Lent.

Western New York Chamber Orchestra Classics 3 (A Sherlock Holmes Opera)

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m. General public $20; student/child free in advance; $5 at door. World premier of the concert version of Conductor Glen Corteses’s 221B – A Sherlock Holmes Opera.

MONDAY, APRIL 7

Memory Cafe

National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. For people living with memory loss plus caregivers, family. Experience museum’s interactive touch-screen exhibits, theater presentations at own pace. Socialize, refreshments. Complimentary event. This month, guest speaker from Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services will discuss local resources for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Pre-register at ComedyCenter.org/memorycafe.

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: free Poetry class with John Brantingham

15 Main St., 4 to 6 p.m. for feedback, coaching; online through video lectures, Zoom-based office hours. Participants can join in as little or as much as desired. To register, email johnmbrantingham@gmail.com, In the subject, write “Poetry Class.”

Chautauqua’s Got Talent show

The Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $14 presale, $18 at door, $55 for five performances including April 7, April 28, May 5, May 12, May 19.

Fredonia Percussion Ensemble

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

Starting at $2.99/week.

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