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TUESDAY, NOV. 12
“Wing and a Prayer Exhibit”
City of Jamestown lobby, 200 E. Third St., Jamestown, 9 a.m. To 8 p.m. Weekdays through Dec. 8 other than Thanksgiving, Black Friday. Showcases contributions made by the Jamestown citizens and businesses during WWII. Photos, artifacts, more.
Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Dominos Club
7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. No experience or registration necessary – just drop by.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime
7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration required.
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.
Anderson-Lee Library Native American Heritage Month Presentation “Thomas Indian School: My Mother’s Story” with Dr. Lori Quigley
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Free, open to public, pre-register at 716 934-3468.
Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 meeting
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m.
Chautauqua County History Lecture Series: ” Restoring the Opera House – A Volunteer’s Perspective”
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7 p.m. 30 years after the former Winter Garden Theatre reopened as the 1891 Fredonia Opera House, volunteer Richard Gilman gives a presentation about how the restoration project has progressed. Free event, donations gratefully accepted.
Willowbrook Park Cemetery annual meeting
Mackowiak Funeral Home, 56 E. Doughty St., Dunkirk, 7 p.m. All welcome.
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.
Fredonia Guitar Ensembles and Quartets
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
WEDNESDAY,
NOV. 13
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.
Sinclairville Free Library Early Literacy program “Child’s Play”
Gerry Methodist Church, 4441 Route 60, 9 to 9:45 a.m. For ages two to preschool with caregivers. Library Assistant Jessica Huling presents engaging stories, social play, crafts, songs. Siblings also welcome. Register by calling 716 962-5885.
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program
Via Zoom, 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: Dealing with Disobedience.
Westfield Alzheimer’s free Social Program (Respite)
First United Methodist Church of Westfield, 101 E. Main St., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Trained volunteers provide arts, crafts, games. Handicapped accessible. Caregivers welcome to stay if there is separation anxiety. For details, call Gail at 716 867-2319.
Sinclairville Free Library Early Literacy program “Child’s Play”
Sinclairville Free Library, 1 to 2 p.m. For ages two to preschool with caregivers. Library Assistant Jessica Huling presents engaging stories, social play, crafts, songs. Siblings also welcome. Register by calling 716 962-5885.
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..
CHQ Chamber Business After Hours
Southern Tier Brewing Company, 2072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, 5 to 6:30 p.m.Complimentary appetizers, cash bar, network with others. Bring business cards. Each Chamber member can send 2 people for free. $10 for non-members or those over the 2-person limit. Pre-register at www.chqchamber.org
Campus and Community Children’s Center Music Jamboree
11 Brigham Road, Fredonia, 5 p.m. Young children, family, community members will celebrate the joy of movement and play through song, classic finger plays, dances, interactive tunes. Free, public invited.
Darwin R. Barker Library and Museum free Oral History Workshop
7 Day St., Fredonia, 5 to 6 p.m. Oral history kits also available for Barker Library patrons.
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: author chat: Mindy Nichols Wendell
37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 p.m. The local author’s book “Light and Air” is a middle grade historical novel set in 1935. Much of the book takes place in a TB sanitarium inspired by the ruins of the JN Adams Memorial Hospital in Perrysburg, NY.
Movies at the Reg – “Lee”
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. $8. A pivotal decade in the life of American war correspondent and photographer Lee Miller (Kate Winslet).
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.
Fredonia Concert Band
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
THURSDAY, NOV. 14
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 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.
Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services annual plan public hearing
North Harmony Senior Center, 5377 Stow Ferry Road, Stow, 11 a.m. Takes place during the United Senior Council meeting. All welcome to learn about available services, future plans, offer feedback. Call 716 753-4471.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Beginning Mah Jongg (American)
7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required for this 18+ event. Call 716 672-8051.
Ladies’ Night Out at Grape Discovery Center
8305 W. Main Road, Westfield, 4 to 7 p.m. Holiday shopping (10% off gift shop items excluding wine), complimentary wine, appetizers. Hourly door prizes, live music by Dan O’Connell. Free event, text name, number of guests to 716 348-2760.xx
Marvin Community House Christmas Open House
2 W. Fifth St., Jamestown, 4 to 8 p.m. Twelve themed Christmas trees, artrisan Santas by artists Carmen Wappman, Lynn Haney. Piano music by Kathy O’Hagan. Cookies, punch. All welcome, no charge.
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.
Chautauqua County Department of Planning & Development public meeting for Northern Waterfront Revitalization
Cornell Lake Erie Research Lab, 6592 W. Main Road, Portland, 5 p.m. For details, email Courtney Domst, domstc@chqgov.com.
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 Native American Heritage Month Presentation “Native American Citizenship and Suffrage”
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Free, open to public, pre-register at 716 934-3468.
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
WACS Dinner Theatre production of “A Christmas Carol”
Westfield Academy Central School, 203 E. Main St., pre-show dinner at 6 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. Dinner choices, link to purchase tickets at Westfield Central School website. Reservations must be received by Nov. 8. Tickets for the show only available online, in person. Music by Westfield residents Nannette and Kent Knappenberger.
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 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
Lakewood Memorial Unit 1286, 174 Chautauqua Ave., 7 p.m. No reservations required.
Sinclairville Free Library Zoom input regarding Small and Rural Libraries grant
Zoom discussion, 7 p.m. Register at info@sinclairvillelibrary.org
Hillman Opera presents: Cosi fan tutte
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $25, students $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Mozart’s razor-sharp comedy directed by Paul Mockovak.
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 Saxophone Ensemble and Quartets
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
FRIDAY, NOV. 15
Sinclairville Samplers
Sinclairville Free Library, 15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidery, fun with friends creating together.
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.
CHQ Chamber Business After Hours
Southern Tier Brewing Company, 2072 Stoneman Circle, Lakewood, 5 p.m. Complimentary appetizers, cash bar, network with others. Bring business cards. Each Chamber member can send 2 people for free. $10 for non-members or those over the 2-person limit. Pre-register at www.chqchamber.org
Exhibition opening – “Walking in Antarctica” at RTPI
Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Free for members, $12 non-members. Immersive interdisciplinary exhibition of photography, sculpture, audio narrative by artist Helen Glazer. Also short program, Q & A. Light bites. Beverages for purchase.
United Way Curling tournament
Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 5:30 p.m. happy hour, 6 p.m. learn to curl for beginners, 6:30 p.m. curling matches begin. $25 individual tickets, $125 for teams up to 6. Limited space, for reservations, go to https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/y03d6Q?vid=11d3r4
Gowanda High School presents: “Bad Auditions from Bad Actors”
Gowanda High School auditorium, 10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Free one-act play.
Hillman Opera presents: Cosi fan tutte
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $25, students $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Mozart’s razor-sharp comedy directed by Paul Mockovak.
Folk in Fredonia: Garnet Rogers
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Singer, musician, humorist first appeared at the venue in 1996. Adults $20, Opera House members $18, students $10.
SATURDAY, NOV. 16
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.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Writers’ workshop with John Brantingham
15 Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Runs first four Saturdays in November. Bring a bag lunch, a laptop. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.
Fred Basket (Fredonia Food Pantry) distribution
Fredonia Presbyterian Church, 219 Central Ave., 10 a.m. to noon. Also Wednesdays 1 to 3 p.m. and Thursdays 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., one helping per month. Serves residents in the 14063 zip code -Fredonia, Sheridan, Laona, Pomfret. All guests receive one or more bags of non-perishable food, depending on family size.
Holiday Craft Fair at Fenton History Center
67 Washington St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Numerous vendors.
Lakeshore Humane Society Picture Your Pet with Santa fundraiser
431 E. Chestnut St., Dunkirk, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pets, children, and/or family photos taken by professional photographer, available for purchase to benefit LHS. $15 one pose, $20 three poses. . Cash, check, or credit card payments are accepted. Pets must be vaccinated, friendly and on a leash or in a carrier. Multiple pets and children are welcome. (No sick, aggressive, or exotic animals). Also, come shop at the “Cats Meow” boutique in the LHS Adoption Center lobby
Book Reading and Signing at Art Cloth & Craft
108 E. Third St., Jamestown, 11 a.m. to noon. Reading from the book “More Than a Christmas Tree” by authors Michael and Kristen Brunacini (artist Ash Pickering). Signing follows. Cookies, cocoa.
Anderson-Lee Library Native American Heritage Month Presentation “Make a Corn Husk Doll” with Bernadette Scott and Marcie Kane
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 p.m. Free, for children and their grown-ups, pre-register at 716 934-3468.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Neighborhood Nature program
15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For children 10 and up. Hand-on program in the library runs first 4 Saturdays in November. Presenter: Cassadaga Valley science teacher Corinne Kelly. Register at 716 962-5885.
Darwin R. Barker Library Book Club
7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Discuss Claire Keegan’s “Small Things Like These.”
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts Cat Video Fest
116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. 10% of ticket sales benefit Chautauqua County Humane Society.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church dinner
26 Erie St., Gowanda, basement, 4 to 6 p.m. Goulash, salad, rolls, dessert. Eat in only.
St. John’s United Church of Christ baked ziti dinner
733 Central Ave. (via Eagle Street parking lot), Dunkirk, 4:30 to 6 p.m. Eat-in or take-out. $13. Reservations recommended; call 716 366-0710.
Gowanda High School presents: “Bad Auditions from Bad Actors”
Gowanda High School auditorium, 10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Free one-act play.
SUNDAY, NOV. 17
Hillman Opera presents: Cosi fan tutte
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $25, students $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Mozart’s razor-sharp comedy directed by Paul Mockovak.
AMVETS 726 Auxiliary free dinner for veterans
ILS Veterans Club, 364 Avenue, Jamestown, 3 to 6 p.m. Free for veterans and their significant others. Other adults $12, $5 children 6, under. Non-members welcome also. Take-out available. Bar opens at noon. Chicken and biscuits or pork tenderloin with mushroom gravy, vegetable, dessert. Proceeds benefit Buffalo/Niagara Honor Flight program.
MONDAY, NOV. 18
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Preschool storytime
7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.
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 Keyboard Association
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
TUESDAY, NOV. 19
Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Dominos Club
7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. No experience or registration necessary – just drop by.
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.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime
7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration required.
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.
Anderson-Lee Library Native American Heritage Month Presentation “A Way of Thinking Peace” with Flip White
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Free, open to public, pre-register at 716 934-3468.
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.
Free Classic movie at Lake Shore Center of the Arts
49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7 p.m. “12 Angry Men,” Sidney Lamet, 1957.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 20
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.
Sinclairville Free Library Early Literacy program “Child’s Play”
Gerry Methodist Church, 4441 Route 60, 9 to 9:45 a.m. For ages two to preschool with caregivers. Library Assistant Jessica Huling presents engaging stories, social play, crafts, songs. Siblings also welcome. Register by calling 716 962-5885.
Triple P-Positive Parenting Program
Via Zoom, 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.
Sinclairville Free Library Early Literacy program “Child’s Play”
Sinclairville Free Library, 1 to 2 p.m. For ages two to preschool with caregivers. Library Assistant Jessica Huling presents engaging stories, social play, crafts, songs. Siblings also welcome. Register by calling 716 962-5885.
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.
Movies at the Reg – “Saturday Night”
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on the true story of what happened behind the scenes in the 90 minutes leading up to the first broadcast of Saturday Night Live. $8 at the door, $10 online or by phone.
Fredonia Wind Ensemble and Sinfonia
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.
THURSDAY, NOV. 21
Connectlife blood drive
Dunkirk High School, Sixth Street, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. All blood donated stays in Western New York. Call 716 529-4270 to make an appointment.
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 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.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Beginning Mah Jongg (American)
7 Day St., Fredonia, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Registration required for this 18+ event. Call 716 672-8051.
Lake Shore Center for the Arts Writers’ group book presentation: “Teacher Influencers”
Patterson Library, 40 S. Portage St., 5 p.m. Members share a collection of personal stories about important teachers in each of their lives. Hear a few of the stories, hear how they created the collaborative book.
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.
Ekstasis 2.0 Young Artists Recital
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 5:30 p.m. Free event. Selections from both the solo and chamber repertoire performed by classical musicians from the SUNY Fredonia School of Music. Donations gratefully accepted.
Anderson-Lee Library Native American Heritage Month Presentation “An Evening with Richie Sasala”
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Free, open to public, pre-register at 716 934-3468.
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 Board of Health quarterly meeting
HRC building, fourth floor conference room, 7 N. Erie St., Mayville, 6 p.m. For details, call 716 753-4082.
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.
Songwriters Circle at Lake Shore Center for the Arts
40 S. Portage St., Westfield, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tim Wright has gathered Miranda Wilcox, Danny Lynn Wilson, Tom Stahl, Davey O. Entry price $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/.
Fredonia Jazz Flextet
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 8 p.m.
FRIDAY, NOV. 22
Sinclairville Samplers
Sinclairville Free Library, 15 Main St., 10:30 a.m. Quilting, knitting, crochet, embroidery, fun with friends creating together.
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.
Christmas in the Village of Westfield
Hall of trees at the Patterson Library, Christmas movie, cocoa, popcorn
Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Bill Ward and John Cross 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Full access to the museum and exhibits, complimentary beer from The Southern Tier Brewing Company or wine or NA beverage from the RTPI bar, light bites from Elegant Edibles, live music. Members: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Non-members: $18 in advance, $20 at the door. Call 716 665-2473 to reserve. Also Holiday Gift Market.
Fredonia Middle School presents: ” Seussical Jr.”
425 E. Main St., 7 p.m. Tickets $5. Reserve at fredoniamusical.com. For details, email Director Ben Wendell at bwendell@fcsd.wnyric.
SATURDAY, NOV. 23
Ellington Town Picnic Craft Show, Christmas Auction
Grandview of Ellington, 1116 W. Hill Road, 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Donuts, coffee 9:30 a.m.; fall, Christmas craft show 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Holiday auction (all new items) 1 to 5 p.m.; raffles; lunch, dinner, cash bar start at 11 a.m.; entertainment by “Bottoms Up” 6 to 10 p.m.
Christmas in the Village of Westfield
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Hall of Christmas at Eason Hall, artisan concessions; 10:15 to 4 p.m.: events at Patterson Library include Christmas stories, meet pygmy goats, cookie decorating, vocal music contest; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: hot toddy crawl, meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, Christmas characters, carolers on Main Street; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.: carriage rides at Eason Hall; noon to 3 p.m.: Queen Victoria’s Tea Room at Eason Hall, call 716 232-4069 for reservations; 5:30 p.m.: Let There Be Light Christmas parade down Main Street; 6 p.m.: Santa lights the tree in Moore Park.
RTPI Holiday Market
Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission.
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.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Writers’ workshop with John Brantingham
15 Main St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Runs first four Saturdays in November. Bring a bag lunch, a laptop. Registration required. Call 716 962-5885.
Fall Foray at Audubon
Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 10 to 11:30 a.m. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members; $6 children 9 to 15. Reservations appreciated. Call 716 569-2345. Dress for the weather with sturdy shoes/boots.
Empty Bowls fundraiser
Wheelock School, 75 Chestnut St., Fredonia, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over 1,000 ceramic bowls available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Chautauqua County food pantries.
Thanksgiving with the Birds at Audubon
Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members, children 3 to 15, 2 and under free. Turkey, gravy, beverages provided. Bring a side or dessert, optional broth-based soup (no seafood). Dinner, then indoor program with Emma Smith, Bridgette the Red-tailed Hawk. Paid reservations by Nov. 15.
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.
Anderson-Lee Library Native American Heritage Month Presentation “Speaking and Singing Seneca with Ali Logan”
43 Main St., Silver Creek, 12 p.m. Free, for children and their grown-ups, pre-register at 716 934-3468.
NYSSMA All-State Concert 1: Jazz Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 12:30 p.m.
Live at the Met: Puccini’s “Tosca”
1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. Adults $20, Opera House members $18, students $10.
Sinclairville Free Library presents: Neighborhood Nature program
15 Main St., 1 to 2 p.m. For children 10 and up. Hand-on program in the library runs first 4 Saturdays in November. Presenter: Cassadaga Valley science teacher Corinne Kelly. Register at 716 962-5885.
NYSSMA All-State Concert 1: Jazz Ensemble
SUNY Fredonia, Mason Hall, Rosch Recital Hall, 12:30 p.m.
NYSSMA All-State Concert 2: Chorus
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall 1:30 p.m.
Conduit Ministries free Thanksgiving meal giveaway
2 p.m. until supply is gone at 10 locations: Love Elementary School (250 meals), Bush Elementary School (175 meals), Fletcher Elementary School (175 meals), Persell Middle School (175 meals), Washington Middle School (225 meals), Jamestown High School (175 meals), Town of Ellery Park (50 meals), CeloronPark (75 meals), Gerry Free Methodist Church (50 meals), the Relief Zone, Frewsburg (50 meals). The ready to cook meal includes turkey, stuffing, potatoes, gravy, green beans, corn, rolls, cranberry sauce, pie, foil, pan. No ID required. Donations welcome. For details, call 716 294-3180.
Movies at the Reg – “The Wild Robot”
Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Epic adventure follows a ship-wrecked robot dealing with harsh conditions, building relationships with animals on the island. $7 at the door, $9 online or via phone.
Fredonia Middle School presents: ” Seussical Jr.”
425 E. Main St., 3 p.m. Tickets $5. Reserve at fredoniamusical.com. For details, email Director Ben Wendell at bwendell@fcsd.wnyric. Another performance at 7 p.m.
NYSSMA All-State Concert 3: Symphony and Concert Band
SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall 3:30 p.m.
Falconer Santa parade
Coleson Park, 5 p.m.
Uncaged: A Tribute to Zac Brown Band Live at The Spire Theater
317 E. Third St., Jamestown, doors open at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets $25 presale, $35 at the door.
Sheridan Volunteer Fire Department Turkey and ham party
2800 Route 20, 7 p.m. Door prizes, refreshments.
Stockton Volunteer Fire Company annual turkey party
28 S. Main St., 7 p.m. Young fresh turkeys (never frozen), also ham, prime rib, steak, pork loin, 2 live pigs). Door prize, free refreshments.
SUNDAY, NOV. 24
Christmas in the Village of Westfield
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Hall of Christmas at Eason Hall, Artisan concessions; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: LSCFTA movie; noon to 4 p.m.: carriage rides at Eason Hall; 12:30 to 5 p.m.: Westfield Women’s Organization Holly Tour ($15 presale, $20 day of event, view 8 decorated homes, businesses) 1 to 4 p.m.: Christmas music at Eason Hall.
MONDAY, NOV. 25
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Preschool storytime
7 Day St., Fredonia, 10:30 a.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration necessary.
TUESDAY, NOV. 26
Cassadaga American Legion weekly bingo
Legion Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 1 p.m.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Dominos Club
7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. No experience or registration necessary – just drop by.
Darwin R. Barker Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime
7 Day St., Fredonia, 4:15 p.m. Stories, movies, crafts, play. All children welcome. No registration required.
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.
Jamestown Coin Club meeting
Celoron American Legion Herman Kent Post 777, 26 Jackson Ave., Jamestown, doors open at 6, meeting at 7. Door prizes, raffles, auction. Annual membership $10, guests free. For details, call 716 720-1591.
Sons of the American Legion monthly meeting
Post 59, 156 E. Main St., Fredonia, 7 p.m. Anyone interested in joining is invited.
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.