MONDAY, SEPT 30

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

New York State Equal Rights Amendment panel discussion

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, room S204, 11 a.m. Speakers English Professor Jeanette McVickers, who will address the LBTQ community; Associate Professor Jonathan Chausovsky who will give a constitutional perspective; B.J Stasio, advocate for people with disabilities. Free event, open to public. Light refreshments. Free lunch at noon.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Fredonia Fall String Festival

SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, concert 5 p.m. Features guest artists Edwin Huizinga, violin; Jutta Pachhammer-Sedillot, viola; Una O’Riordan, cello; Derek Zadinsky, bass. Joined by SUNY Fredonia string faculty. Free, open to the public.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Virtual adult fiction book club

15 Main St., 7:30 p.m. This month: “The Boys in the Boat” by Daniel James Brown.

Guest Artist Recital: Ayano Kataoka, vibraphone

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

TUESDAY, OCT. 1

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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 to 4 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! For elementary students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. May include LEGO, STEAM, computer games, Makey Makey/Circuits, variety of other activities.

Chautauqua County Planning Board monthly meeting

Chautauqua County-Jamestown Airport, terminal building, 3163 Airport Road, 4 p.m. For details, contact Courtney Domst at domstc@chqgov.com

Darwin R. Library presents: All ages storytime

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

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.

Swedish folk dance class

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave, Ext., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Old dances, village dances, new dances. Singles, couples welcome. Bring shoes with smooth soles and low flat heels. Meets Tuesdays. Call 716 489-4646 for details.

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.

Cinema Series: “The Fabulous Four”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Susan Sarandan, Megan Mullally, Bette Midler and Sheryl Lee Ralph as lifelong friends reuniting for a surprise wedding. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5.

Ethos presents: Buffalo Chamber Players – Silent Film (Harold Lloyd – “Safety Last”)

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

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 2

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.

Dunkirk Farmers’ Market

Dunkirk Senior Center, corner of Ruggles Street and Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, call E.J. Hayes at 716 366-9876.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Baby Talk with Miss Jessica 15 Main St., 10:30 to 11 a.m. Babies enjoy some time playing with their peers in the Children’s Room and learning through talking, singing and listening to reading. For ages 0 to 2. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.

SUNY Fredonia Brown Bag Luncheon program: Impact of population shifts on higher education

Williams Center, room S204, noon. Speaker: SUNY Fredonia Vice President for Enrollment Management and Services Dr. Kathryn Kendall. Free, open to public. Light lunch served following program.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Child’s Play with Miss Jessica

15 Main St., 1 p.m. For ages birth to pre-school. Participate in stories, songs and fingerplays, Take away craft or activity for extended learning. Register at 716 962-5885.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library and Brocton Central School present: Thomas Lake Harris and the Brotherhood of the New Life

Brocton Central School Auditorium, 6 p.m. Discover the utopian cult experience. Presented by Jeff Adams, president of the Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum Association and leader of the Vine Cliff History Project. Free to the general public.

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: “Fly Me to the Moon”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Stars Scarlett Johansson as a marketing maven ordered by the White House to stage a fake moon landing if NASA’s Apollo 11 mission fails. Also stars Channing Tatum as NASA’s launch director. Tickets $8.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62 monthly meeting

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

THURSDAY, OCT. 3

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 a.m. to noon. Combines interactive student activities with parent resources.

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.

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.

CHQ Chamber Congressional luncheon

Shorewood Country Club, W. Lake Road, Dunkirk, noon to 1:30 p.m.. Guest Congressional Representative Nick Langworthy. $25 for Chamber members, $29 for non-members. Advance registration required. Go to www.chqchamber.org

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium for elementary students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Play, create, inspire, imagine.

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.

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts presents: Cash Bash at the Reg

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. $100 ticket admits 2 people – grand prize $3000, 8 cash prizes for a total of $7,500. Party on stage, enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, fun. Features a wine pull, silent auction. No more than 300 tickets will be sold. Need not be present to win. Buy tickets by calling 716 484-7070.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Book Club

536 Central Ave., 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Contact the library at 716 366-2511 to reserve the book of the month.

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.

1891 Fredonia Opera House concerts: A Musical Homecoming with Calabria Foti and Bob McChesney: Bebop to Broadway

9 Church St., 7 p.m. Fredonia native Calabria Foti, vocalist, composer, violinist, performs with her husband Bob McChesney, trombonist. Adults $25, Opera House members $23, students $10.

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, OCT. 4

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog sale

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Chautauqua County Office for the Aging nutrition workshop

Fredonia First Methodist Church, 25 Church St., 11 a.m. Part one of a four part series. For reservations, call 716 753-4582.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Dungeons and Dragons

536 Central Ave., 2:45 to 5 p.m. Teens and YA patrons welcome to join for role-playing adventures. Contact the library director at 716 366-2511.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Chess Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 to 3 p.m. For ages 10 and up. No registration required. For all skill levels. No registration required

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. Students and families.

Audubon Community Nature Center Enchanted Forest

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Guided walks go out every 10 minutes and last about 40 minutes. Reservations required. Sunset at 6:45 p.m. Call 716 569-2345. Adults $14, Nature Center members $10.50, children 3 to 15 $10.50, free 2 and under. “Talking animals,” campfire, music, luminary-lit forest. Dress for weather, can wear Halloween costumes. Indoors crafts, live animals, exhibits.

Movies at the Reg: “Shaun of the Dead”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. 20th anniversary showing of the horror zomedy starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. Tickets $8.

JCC Uncommoners presents: Decadal: The Descent from from Glory

JCC Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on David Schnuckel’s art work “Decadal,” the production is a challenging piece of devised theatre. Tickets $7; $6 seniors, students, free for JCC students with ID.

Faculty Recital: Tiffany Nicely and Diaspora Drumming

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

SATURDAY, OCT. 5

Al Tech and Dunkirk Specialty Steel Retirees meeting

Demetri’s Restaurant, Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 8:30 a.m. All retirees invited.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, downtown Fredonia at Barker Common, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Brocton Arch Festival

Ryckman Park, Green Street and Fay Street, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free activities/entertainment for all ages, live music, local artisan and craft vendors, community outreach organizations, food.

Forestville Fall Festival

Forestville Central High School, 4 Academy St., craft show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Food vendors, produce. chili cook-off (drop off chili by noon in at least a 5-quart crockpot. Name your chili. The public can taste and participate in judging. For details, call Carol Woodward at 716 965-2675.

Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Point Gratiot, Dunkirk, registration at 10 a.m., walk begins at 11 a.m. During the Promise Garden ceremony, walkers will carry flowers of various colors representing their personal connection to the disease. To register, see act.alz.org/Chautauqua

Panama Rocks Foliage Festival

11 Rock Hill Road, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Arts and crafts show, music, food, fall/Halloween entertainment. Chainsaw carving, glass blowing, blacksmithing, axe throwing. No gate fee for festival. Field parking $5. Admission to Panama Rocks at normal rate.

CHQ Chamber presents: Made In Falconer

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participating manufacturers Dahlstrom Roll Form, Ellison Bronze, Falconer Printing, Fancher Chair, Hanson Sign, Stuart Tool & Die will be open for public tours, with fresh tours beginning every half hour. Prize possibilities. Visit other local Falconer businesses for dining, shopping.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

St. Rose of Lima roast pork dinner

11 Center St., Forestville, noon to sold out. Take out or eat in. $15 roast pork, dill potatoes, green beans, squash, apple juice.

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.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Live at the Met series: Les Contes d’Hoffman

9 Church St., 1 p.m. Offenbach’s fantastical opera. Adults $20, Opera House members $18, students $10.

Chautauqua County Health Department free rabies immunization clinic

Town of Gerry Highway Department, 4675 Route 60, Gerry, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Animals must be pre-registered. For dogs, cats, domesticated ferrets three months of age and older. Register at HealthyCHQ.com/Rabies Bring all previous vaccination records and remain in car, dogs on a leash, cats in a carrier. For details, call 716 753-4481.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Walking Tours

Lakeview Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, Pre-purchase tickets at 716 664-6256. $15 non-members, $10 members, children under 18 $2. Times: 2, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, 3, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45 p.m.

High School Chorus Festival Concert

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 4 p.m.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Horse-drawn Carriage Tours

Lakeview Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, Pre-purchase tickets at 716 664-6256. $25 Times: 5, 6, 7, 8 p.m. Hear the tales of some of Jamestown’s early inhabitants.

Audubon Community Nature Center Enchanted Forest

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Guided walks go out every 10 minutes and last about 40 minutes. Reservations required. Sunset at 6:45 p.m. Call 716 569-2345. Adults $14, Nature Center members $10.50, children 3 to 15 $10.50, free 2 and under. “Talking animals,” campfire, music, luminary-lit forest. Dress for weather, can wear Halloween costumes. Indoors crafts, live animals, exhibits.

Uncle Ben’s Remedy 6th Album Release Party

Versailles Community Hall, 11703 Main St., Versailles, 6 p.m. Many special guests.

Main Street Studios presents: “Emerald City Dinner”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 6 p.m. Menu includes Over the Rainbow fruit kabobs, Dorothy’s Kansas chicken, ruby slipper roasted red potatoes, scarecrow’s strawsome corn, Emerald City green salad, melting witch brownies, yellow brick lemon bars. Silent auction fundraiser, Mixtape Bingo. Presale tickets include dinner and bingo for $30. See www.mainstreetstudios.seatyourself.biz Proceeds go toward costs of the upcoming production of the “Wizard of Oz”, including show production, costumes, sets, etc.

JCC Uncommoners presents: Decadal: The Descent from from Glory

JCC Scharmann Theatre, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on David Schnuckel’s art work “Decadal,” the production is a challenging piece of devised theatre. Tickets $7; $6 seniors, students, free for JCC students with ID.

Cinema Series: “My Penguin Friend”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Based on a true uplifting story, a fisherman (Jean Reno) bonds with a penguin in distress. The penguin becomes lost, but attempts to navigate thousands of miles to return to the fisherman. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5.

SUNDAY, OCT. 6

Panama Rocks Foliage Festival

11 Rock Hill Road, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Arts and crafts show, music, food, fall/Halloween entertainment. Chainsaw carving, glass blowing, blacksmithing, axe throwing. No gate fee for festival. Field parking $5. Admission to Panama Rocks at normal rate.

Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280 Legion, Auxiliary and Sons Oktoberfest/Tailgate party

228 Maple Ave., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Food favorites, drinks available for purchase during the Bills-Houston Texans game. Open to the public. Also a non-perishable food drive to benefit the Cassadaga Food Pantry.

World War II Vets chicken and ribs

216 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, noon to sold out. Drive-through, walk-up. $20 donation. Presale tickets at the Club, Big Rick’s Lil’Ginger’s. Presale guaranteed until 3 p.m.

Audubon Community Nature Center presents: First Sunday Story Time

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Children 2 to 8 with an adult. Free event. Register by calling 716 569-2345.

Forestville Fall Festival

Forestville Central High School, 4 Academy St., craft show 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Food vendors, produce. For details, call Carol Woodward at 716 965-2675. Chicken barbecue at noon at the Forestville Firehall.

MONDAY, OCT. 7

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Campus and Community Children’s Center 50th anniversary open house

752 Central Ave., Dunkirk (School 4), 4 to 6 p.m. Free, public invited.

Blessed Mary Angela Rosary Society Living Rosary Celebration

St. Hyacinth’s site, 295 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. Refreshments follow in the Lyceum. Anyone interested in participating can contact Cindy Mackowiak at cmmackowiak@gmail.com

Ahira Hall Memorial Library volunteer group G.N.O.M.E.S.

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

Grief Support Group

Holy Trinity Parish Central Office Conference Room, 1030 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Meets every other Monday through Dec. 16. If interested in attending, call the office at 716 366-2306 and you will be contacted by facilitator Dick Rodriguez.

Fredonia Student Composers

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

TUESDAY, OCT. 8

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Theme-based stories, free play, activities for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their grown-up.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka! For elementary students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. May include LEGO, STEAM, computer games, Makey Makey/Circuits, variety of other activities.

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.

Cassadaga American Legion Post 1280 Auxiliary meeting

228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m.

Swedish folk dance class

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave, Ext., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Old dances, village dances, new dances. Singles, couples welcome. Bring shoes with smooth soles and low flat heels. Meets Tuesdays. Call 716 489-4646 for details.

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.

Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Auxiliary Unit 62 meeting

Post 62, 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. New members welcome.

Cinema Series: “My Penguin Friend”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Based on a true uplifting story, a fisherman (Jean Reno) bonds with a penguin in distress. The penguin becomes lost, but attempts to navigate thousands of miles to return to the fisherman. Adults $7, members/seniors $6.50, students $5.

Faculty Recital: Natasha Farny, cello

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

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 9

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.

Dunkirk Farmers’ Market

Dunkirk Senior Center, corner of Ruggles Street and Cliffstar Court, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For details, call E.J. Hayes at 716 366-9876.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 8 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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.

Lake Shore Coin Club

Dunkirk Elks Club, 428 Central Ave., 7 p.m. Members gather for discussion, raffles, treats and coin sales. Club meets the second Wednesday of the month.

Fenton History Center Lecture Series: Vintage Tweets – Suffrage Era Postcards

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Presented by Carol Crossed, President of the Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum. Donations appreciated.

Movies at the Reg – Didi

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. In 2008 a 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy learns about life in the summer before high school begins. $8.

THURSDAY, OCT. 10

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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.

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.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute presents: Tricks of the Trade: A Corvid’s World: Artists’ Talk with Dorie Petrochko

Virtual program via Zoom, noon. Free, registration required. Email events@rtpi.org

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium for elementary students

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Play, create, inspire, imagine.

Grief support group meeting

The Four Corners United Methodist Church, corner of 438 and Versailles Plank Road, Irving, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Held the second Thursday of the month. Provides a healing environment through support groups, resources, tools, educational classes. In partnership with Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care. Open to the public. For details, call 716 717-4943.

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.

CHQ Chamber Awards Banquet

SUNY Fredonia, Williams Center, 280 Central Ave., 6 to 9 p.m. $65 per person. Register at www.chqchamber.org. Social hour at 6, buffet dinner at 6:45 p.m. All seating is assigned by tables of 8. Award winners or major sponsors call Becky Voty at 716 484-1101 ext. 203 to register complimentary meals.

150th State Assembly Candidate Debate

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Third Floor Media Arts Room, Jamestown, 6 p.m. Moderator: WRFA’s Julia Ciesla-Hanley, questions from participating media members John D’Agostino, editor OBSERVER and Post-Journal; Terry Frank, Media One Group and WJTN. Limited seating for audience members. Email julia@reglenna,com to reserve a seat.

Northern Chautauqua Amateur Radio Club meeting

Fredonia Technology Incubator, 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk, video conference room, second floor, handicapped accessible, 6 p.m. Anyone interested in radio is welcome to attend the meetings held the second Thursday of the month. For details, email ncarc@netsync.net

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. For ages 4 to 12. Limit 10 children. Reservations needed, call 716 934-3468.

1891 Fredonia Opera House Chautauqua County History Lecture Series: Lafayette in Fredonia

9 Church St., 7 p.m. Presentation by Barker Museum Curator Max Walters, Pomfret Town Historian Todd Langworthy and author/researcher Chris Carosa . Includes a talk about Lafayette’s journey in western PA. and western NY in 1825 as well as plans for the Bicentennial Celebration of his visit. Free admission, donations accepted.

Chautauqua County Beekeepers Association meeting

Fluvanna Community Church, 3363 Fluvanna Ave., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Open to the public free of charge.

Chautauqua County American Legion Auxiliary meeting

Fredonia Memorial Post 59, 156 E. Main St., 7 p.m. 8th District President Pattie Gallery and Vice President Sue Williams will be distinguished guests.

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, OCT. 11

Public hearing for Chautauqua County Child and Family Services five-Year Plan

Jamestown Community College, North County Training Center, 10807 Bennett Road, Dunkirk. 9:30 to 11 a.m. or Jamestown Community College, Carnahan Theater, 525 Falconer St., Jamestown, 1 to 2:30 p.m. For details, call 716 753-4117.

St. John’s United Church of Christ hot dog sale

733 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Chautauqua County Office for the Aging nutrition workshop

Fredonia First Methodist Church, 25 Church St., 11 a.m. Part one of a four part series. For reservations, call 716 753-4582.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library book sale

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 1 to 5 p.m. Hardcover $1, paperback $.50, children’s $.25 or 5/$1, DVD $1, audiobook $1. Miscellaneous items as marked. Quality donations for the book sale appreciated.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Free Form Fridays

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 2:45 to 4:45 p.m. Students and families.

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.

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts presents: Greg and Dana Newkirk’s Haunted Objects Live

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. An interactive presentation uncovers chilling true stories behind the world’s most haunted objects. Tickets $30 to $46.50. See reglenna.com for tickets.

SATURDAY, OCT. 12

Spooky Scientist Halloween Camp at Chautauqua Safety Village

2695 Route 394, Ashville, 8:45 a.m. Ages 4 to 8. $45 per child, $40 for CSV members. Conduct cauldron experiments, find potion ingredients in a village-wide scavenger hunt, solve a lab rat mystery. Monster mash dance party, Halloween-themed fun houses, games, creepy snacks.

Fredonia Farmers’ Market

Church Street, downtown Fredonia at Barker Common, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It features a variety of food vendors, crafts, artisans and prepared foods for sale. The market welcomes cash, credit cards, SNAP benefits.

Silver Creek VFW Auxiliary Stop 22 Walk

Post 6472, Main St13 Main St., registration at 9 a.m. Registration costs and donations will benefit veterans’ suicide prevention efforts.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers: Deer, Elk and Moose

1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Ages 3 to 8 with adult. Adults $12, Nature Center members $9, children 3 to 8 $9. Indoors and outdoors. Paid reservations by previous Thursday. Call 716 569-2345.

Nightscape Studio Horror Festival

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celebrities, live entertainment, discussion panels, vendors, film screenings, kids’ activities, cosplay, costume contests, games, prizes, more.

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.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Horse-drawn Carriage Tours

Lakeview Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, Pre-purchase tickets at 716 664-6256. $25 Times: 2, 3, 4, 5 p.m. Hear the tales of some of Jamestown’s early inhabitants.

Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal

Erie Avenue and Park Street, Gowanda, tak-out. Cash presale tickets only at e-out only, 4 to 6 p.m. or gone. The menu is pork medallions, au gratin potatoes, vegetable, bread and cookie. Free will donations appreciated but not necessary. Everyone is welcome.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Walking Tours

Lakeview Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, Pre-purchase tickets at 716 664-6256. $15 non-members, $10 members, children under 18 $2. Times: 6, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7, 7:15, 7:30, 7:45 p.m.

SUNDAY, OCT. 13

Spaghetti dinner fundraiser for South Dayton Depot Museum

Zollinger’s Restaurant, 203 S. Dayton, noon to 2 p.m. Eat in or take-out. Cash presale tickets only available at Zollinger’s and Cattaraugus County Bank. Menu: spaghetti, meatballs, tossed salad, breadsticks, 2 cookies. Supports the purchase of two freight door gates, rain gutter for track side, paint.

Fenton History Center presents: Saints and Sinners Cemetery Mausoleum Tours

Lakeview Cemetery, 907 Lakeview Ave., Jamestown, Pre-purchase tickets at 716 664-6256. $20 Times: 8, 8:30. 9, 9:30 p.m. Through costumed actors, hear the tales of some of Jamestown’s early inhabitants. Light refreshments served.

MONDAY, OCT. 14

United Senior Citizens luncheon meeting

The Falcon Club, 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 11:30 a.m. Menu: pork tenderloin, baked chicken, stuffing, scalloped potatoes, asparagus, tossed salad. Send $15 check for each lunch made out to United Senior Citizens, sent to Evonne Hennebery, PO Box 706, Dunkirk, NY 14048 by Oct. 5 deadline. Guest speaker: John D’Agostino, editor of the OBSERVER and Post-Journal.

Sheridan VFW Auxiliary meeting

Post 6390, 2556 Route 20, 6:30 p.m.

Fredonia Brass Chamber Ensembles and Brass Choir

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