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.

Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club New Year’s Eve Party

1 N. Mullet St., Dunkirk, live band “Iron Eyes” 7 to 10 p.m. Members, eligible guests. Dues payable until Jan. 31, 2025.

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.

Fredonia New Year’s Eve ball drop

In front of the White Inn, 52 E. Main St. The Smith Brothers will play live music inside the White Inn from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. Free ball drop event outside begins at 11:30 p.m.

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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.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Gallery Walk

RTPI, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Must be an RTPI member or purchase regular museum admission. Limit 15 persons. Reservations at 716 665-2473,

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

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: LEGO Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 10:30 a.m. Build challenge of the day, pick a challenge card or free build. For ages 5 to 12. Limit of 10 children, pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468.

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.

Sleigh Rides at Chautauqua

Chautauqua Institution, 10 Roberts St., weather permitting. Rides start at 1 p.m. leaving every half hour from the parking lot near the Chautauqua Bookstore with the last ride at 3 p.m. Adults $5, children $3. Tickets at bookstore. Wagons are uncovered, dress for weather.