Coming up…
TUESDAY, AUG. 29
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit
536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.
St. Joseph’s bingo
Bingo will take place at St. Joseph’s parish, 145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m.; bingo begins at 7.
Cruise Night American Legion Post 1280
228 Maple Ave., Cassadaga, 6 to 9 p.m.
Beach House Bar & Grille presents: Furious George
2 Wright Park Drive, Dunkirk, 4 to 7 p.m.
Patterson Library film showing “Run Silent, Run Deep” in conjunction with “War in the Pacific” exhibition
Patterson Library’s Octagon Gallery, 40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 6 p.m
Public Astronomy Night
SUNY Fredonia, Science Center, 9 p.m. Limited space. Pre-registration required. See https://www.fredonia.edu/academics/colleges-schools/college-liberal-arts-sciences/physics/fredonia-public-astronomy-nights
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 30
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.
Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Congressional Breakfast
Shorewood Country Club, 4958 W. Lake Road, Dunkirk, 9 a.m. Guest of honor is Representative Nick Langworthy. $25 for Chamber members or $29 for non-members. Pre-registration required. Respond through the the Chamber’s online calendar at www.chqchamber.org by Aug. 23.
Dunkirk Farmers’ Market
Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Variety of vendors. The market accepts EBT/SNAP, WIC, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits, WICFV checks.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play
15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For ages birth to Pre-school. Stories, songs, fingerplays and take away craft or activity. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.
New Horizons Band of Western New York first day of practice
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall. New members meet at the lobby at 2:45 p.m. Ensembles/lessons 3 to 3:45 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, band practice 4 to 4:45 p.m. Wednesdays and 4 to 5:30 p.m. Fridays.
TOPS NY 1094 meeting
Friendship Church, 148 W. Main St., Brocton. All are welcome. Weigh-ins at 3 p.m., meeting at 3:30 p.m. All are welcome. For details, call 716 792-4226
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Snack time in the Library
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Get Your Game On (ages 6+ and families)
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
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
Beach House Bar & Grille presents: Living Room Jam Band
2 Wright Park Drive, Dunkirk, 6 to 9 p.m.
Movies at the Reg: “The Miracle Club”
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. The story of forgiveness and understanding as four ladies of different generations make a pilgrimage to Lourdes in 1967. Stars Maggie Smith, Laura Linney, Kathy Bates and Agnes O’Casey. Tickets $7 and $1 restoration fee.
THURSDAY, AUG. 31
Forestville Farmers’ Market
Main Street between the Post Office and Cave’s Food Market, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thursday Knitting Group
St. Joseph’ Roman Catholic Church, 145 E. Main 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 5 to 12. Stories, crafts, games and other activities.
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.
Dunkirk Public Library presents: Story time and take-home craft kit
536 Central Ave., 11 a.m. to noon. For ages 2 to 5.
Mayville Farmers’ and Artisans’ Markets
Village Park, Routes 394 and 430, noon to 4 p.m. Food trucks, lunchtime music and more.
Sinclairville Free Library presents Child’s Play
15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For ages birth to preschool. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays. Take away craft or activity for further learning. Register at 716 962-5885.
Awesome Owls at Long Point State Park
Lake Chautauqua, 4457 Route 430, Bemus Point, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Led by an educator. Meet at the trailhead.
Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce new building open house
300 N. Main St., Jamestown, 5 to 7 p.m. Complimentary wine, beer, spirits tastings and charcuterie table and sweets. Registration not required.
The market at Graycliff
6472 Old Lake Shore Road, Derby, 5 to 8 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.
Anderson-Lee Library presents: Last Bite of Summer
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 to 7 p.m. Decorate the sidewalk with chalk art, dance in the bubble machine, join a scavenger hunt, enjoy refreshments.
Steps to Serenity Al-Anon Group
Harvest Chapel Free Methodist Church, 39 Matteson St., Fredonia, 6:45 to 8 p.m. Enter from the canopy and ramp door entrances. For details, call 716 969-2395.
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/.