MONDAY, DEC. 23

Main Street Studio presents: “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”

50 W. Main St., Fredonia, 2 p.m. Community members, local school and college students directed by Ted Sharon, assisted by Emma Newton. Tickets at https://search.seatyourself.biz/webstore/accounts/mainstreetstudios/buy-tix

TUESDAY, DEC. 24

Chautauqua Rails to Trails commemorative event of Prospect Station train wreck tragedy

Prospect Station Trailhead near 7000 Fish Road, Westfield, 2 p.m. After ¼ mile hike to accident site, President Emeritus Jim Fincher will relate the story of the tragedy. Current President Bill Ward will offer remarks, perform his original composition “Christmas Eve at Prospect Station.” Refreshments will be served upon return. Wendy Lewellen’s fundraising book “Good Soles: Chautauqua Rails to Trails Namesakes and Trailblazers” will be available for a suggested donation. For details, call 716 753-2800.

Trinity Episcopal Church: Eve of the Nativity: Christmas Eve

11 Day St., Fredonia, 5 p.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II. All welcome. The Revd. James Clement, Rector. Donald Fellows, organist.

Portland Congregational Church Christmas Eve service

8649 Church St., 9 p.m.

Noel Candlelight Christmas Eve service

Lighthouse Christian Fellowship, 12 English St., Westfield, 11 p.m. Symbolically begins in darkness, the candlelight service is a witness to Christmas through scripture, song, dance, handbells. Features Westfield youth, adults, directed by Kent and Nannette Knappenberger. Offerings go to Westfield Ministerial Association, will benefit the community.

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 25 Christmas

Chautauqua County Rural Ministry Christmas meal

319 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 2 to 4 p.m.

THURSDAY, DEC. 26

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: Eureka!

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. STEAM program for elementary students.

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.

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.

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, DEC. 27

Christmas with the Critters

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. $8 adults, $6 Nature Center members, $6 children 9 to 15, free 2 and under. Reservations appreciated, walk-ins welcome. Visit with ACNC’s reptiles, amphibians, birds. Attend live animal program, explore animal artifacts, be creative at the craft station, make a gift for the wide animals, more. Another session 12:30 to 2 p.m.

Connect Life blood drive

Portland Congregational Church 8649 Church St., 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Every donor in December gets a free Buffalo Sabres ticket to a select game. To schedule an appointment, call 716 529-4270.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

RTPI Guided Gallery Walk

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Limited to 15 people. Participants must either be members of RTPI or purchase regular museum

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, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Games, activities for older kids, families.

SATURDAY, DEC. 28

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.

The Grandview of Ellington presents: Singing Chef Burke Lindquist and 3 course meal

1116 W. Hill Road, 4 to 10 p.m. to midnight. For details, call Deven at 716 489-7615. $50 per person, $90 per couple.

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

Burch Farms Country Market, 9210 Sidehall Road, North East, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Departs every 30 minutes. Reservations required, includes ride, cookies, cocoa, coffee, mulled apple wine, wine sampling. $200 for up to 16 people. Call 814 725-0747.

SUNDAY, DEC. 29

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides

Burch Farms Country Market, 9210 Sidehall Road, North East, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Departs every 30 minutes. Reservations required, includes ride, cookies, cocoa, coffee, mulled apple wine, wine sampling. $200 for up to 16 people. Call 814 725-0747.

MONDAY, DEC. 30

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Family Night – Crafting Fun with Miss Jessica

15 Main St., 6 to 7 p.m. For all ages. Caregiver must remain with child. All materials provided.

TUESDAY, DEC. 31

The Grandview of Ellington presents: Noon Year’s Eve Party

1116 W. Hill Road, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Family friendly day time event for families with littles that can’t stay up to cheer on the New Year. $5 cover charge per person, under age 2 – free. For details, call Deven at 716 489-7615.

New Year’s Eve Prime Rib Buffet and masquerade party

Peek’n Peak, Bistro 210, 1405 Olde Road, Clymer. For reservations, call 716 355-4141 ext. 7146.

The Grandview of Ellington presents: Rocking Down the Clock Decades Party

1116 W. Hill Road, 8 p.m. Adults only New Year’s Eve party featuring DJ Payne. For details, call Deven at 716 489-7615.

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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 1 New Year’s Day

Imagine Forestville First Day Hikes event

Forestville Hiking Trail, 1 to 3 p.m. Hot cocoa, s’mores over a portable fire pit offered.

THURSDAY, JAN. 2

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, JAN. 3

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday: Above and Below the Allegheny River with Piper VanOrd 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 11 a.m. to noon. Adults $8, Nature Center members $6, children 9 to 15 $6.

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.

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.

SATURDAY, JAN. 4

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 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.

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.

SUNDAY, JAN. 5

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.