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MONDAY, MARCH 17

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Gowanda Middle School presents: “The Lion King Jr.”

Gowanda Middle School auditorium, 10674 Prospect St., noon. Free preview performance for seniors.

Portland Congregational Church chicken to go

8649 Church St., 4 to 6 p.m.

Sinclairville Library presents: Family Night: STEAM Challenges

15 Main St., 5 to 6:30 p.m. Ages 6+, caregivers must remain with children. All materials provided. Children’s room open for free play. Registration required 716 962-5885.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Country Kids on the Fly

15 Main St., 5:30 p.m. Free program for ages 8+, adults welcome, too. Learn fly tying, fishing techniques. All tools, materials provided.

Chautauqua’s Got Talent private auditions

The Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m.

TUESDAY, MARCH 18

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! STEAM program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

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

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

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: “Wicked”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande in a reimagining of the story of the Wizard of Oz. $7 adults, $6.50 Opera House members/seniors, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY,

MARCH 19

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.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Virtual, 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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The New American (Immigration in the early 20th Century)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 10 to 11 a.m. or 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. or 7 to 8 p.m. Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Mah Jongg (American) open play session

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. No registration required.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Write Focus Writers’ Group

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

Trout Talk: Restoring Streams for Thriving Populations

YWCA Lake Lodge, 185 E. Terrace Ave., Lakewood, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Presenters: Scott Cornett, Twan Leenders. Free, public welcome. Reservations appreciated. Call 716 664-2166 ext 1010 with number of attendees.

Movies at the Reg: “I’m Still Here”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Based on Marcelo Rubens Paiva;s biographical book, Eunice Paiva’s family suffers a violent arbitrary act by the Brazilian government in 1971, Stars Fernanda Torres. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Gowanda Middle School presents: “The Lion King Jr.”

Gowanda Middle School auditorium, 10674 Prospect St., 7 p.m. Purchase tickets at door an hour prior for $7 or pre-purchase reserved seating with an additional convenience fee via the link from the Gowanda Central School District’s website.

Observatory Lecture: “The Human Nature of Lunar Dust Risk Communication”

Martz-Kohl Observatory, 176 Robbin Hill Road, Frewsburg, 7:30 p.m. Presenter: Torin McCoy, scientist, exploration integration leader with NASA’s Human Health, Performance Directorate.. Presentation live and on Zoom. Q & A. Domes aren’t heated, dress for cold weather. Public viewing opportunities as weather permits.

THURSDAY, MARCH 20

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: The New American (Immigration in the early 20th Century)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. or 7 to 8 p.m.Free event, registration required due to space limitations. Call 716 483-6646.

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.

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. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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. Other activities 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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium Afterschool Elementary program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 5:45 p.m.

CHQ Chamber, Warren County Chamber of Business and Industry, ACNC Business After Hours

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Mingle with other local businesspeople, stroll the grounds in a private preview showing of Audubon Lights. Complimentary appetizers, beverages, tips benefit ACNC. Register at chqchamber.org

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.

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.

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.

Folk in Fredonia – Newberry & Verch

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Fiddle, banjo, step dancing. $22 adults, $20 Opera House members/seniors, $10 students.

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, MARCH 21

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

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.

First Presbyterian Church soup suppers

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Soup, salad, dessert. Dinner by donation, proceeds benefit building fund.

Fredonia High School presents the musical “SOMETHING ROTTEN”

Fredonia Central School Auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. All tickets $10. Reserved tickets at fredoniamusical.com, any remaining tickets sold at the door.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, laser light shows, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, popcorn, other food for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, glasses that refract light. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, MARCH 22

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.

Genealogy Workshop

Hall House Research Center, 73 Forest Ave., Jamestown, 10:30 to 11:30. Registrants can remain until 12:30 to utilize research library. Registration $20 per class or $100 for all six classes for non-members; and $10 per class or $50 for all six classes for Fenton History Center members. For details, registration, call 716-664-6256. Presented by Fenton History Center and Genealogy Support Group. Janet Wahlberg presents “Vital Records.”

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.

Art & Architecture On Screen: Dawn of Impressionism – Paris 1874

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $15, $10 students. Explores the Musee d’Orsay exhibition.

Great Gatsby Gala benefit for Chautauqua Rural Ministry

Route 5 Event Center, 296 Lake Shore Drive W., Dunkirk, 2 p.m. Food by local vendors, cash bar with signature drinks, basket raffle. Tickets $40 presale, $50 at door. Contact Lorie Mets metsmichalak@gmail.com

Fredonia High School presents the musical “SOMETHING ROTTEN”

Fredonia Central School Auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 3 p.m. All tickets $10. Reserved tickets at fredoniamusical.com, any remaining tickets sold at the door.

Campus & Community Children’s Center 50th anniversary celebration

Honors current, past staff, Board of Directors. To register, call 716 673-4662.

Cinema Series: “A Complete Unknown”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Timothee Chalamet as singer/songwriter Bob Dylan. $7 adults, $6.50 Opera House members/seniors, $5 students.

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts presents: Young Dubliners

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7:30 p.m. World-wide performing Celtic music band. $30 to $48.50. See reglenna.com for tickets.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, laser light shows, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, popcorn, other food for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, glasses that refract light. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, MARCH 23

Northern Chautauqua County Club Associates meeting

Silver Creek Overseas Veterans Club, 13 N. Main St., 10:30 a.m.

Northern Chautauqua Catholic School fundraiser Weidner’s chicken barbecue

Holy Trinity CHurch, noon to 3 p.m. Drive-through only. $15 donation. Pre-sale tickets guaranteed until 2:30 p.m. Call 716 992-4362.

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: United States Air Force Heritage of America Concert Band

39 W. Main St., 3 p.m. Free event. Tickets at Jesse’s Home and Gifts.

Lenten Taize prayer

The Lord’s Vineyard, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church site, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Blends song, silence, Scripture into a 40-minute service appropriate for Christians of all denominations. Runs each Sunday evening during Lent.

MONDAY, MARCH 24

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

CHQ Business Builder Workshop – Corporate Citizenship, Engagement

Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Unit Community Training Center, Mall Boulevard, Lakewood, 1 to 3 p.m. Ways to get your business noticed through donations, volunteerism, sponsorship. Register at chqchamber.org

Leaf Junior workshop: “Cold Sowing, Microgreens Class”

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. For youth grades 3-12. Youth do not have to be a 4-H member to attend. Cost $10 to $15. Call 716 664-9502 to register.

TUESDAY, MARCH 25

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.

Silver Creek Mobile Food Pantry

Village municipal parking lot, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free of charge to residents of Silver Creek, surrounding communities.

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 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! STEAM program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

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

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

LEAF (Learn, Empower, Achieve Farm) workshop: Felting Fun

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Cost $5 for in-person participants. Pre-registration strongly encouraged. See https://chautauqua.cce.cornell.edu/agriculture/leaf-workshops

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: “A Complete Unknown”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Stars Timothee Chalamet as singer/songwriter Bob Dylan. $7 adults, $6.50 Opera House members/seniors, $5 students.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26

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.

Triple P-Positive Parenting Program

Virtual, 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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Mah Jongg (American) open play session

7 Day St., Fredonia, 1 to 3 p.m. No registration required.

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.

John T. Murray Post Auxiliary meatloaf dinner

111-113 Deer St., Dunkirk, 5 to 7 p.m. $12 donation – real mashed potatoes, meatloaf, vegetable, dessert. Presale appreciated – purchase at Post.

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: “Becoming Led Zeppelin”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Bernard MacMahon explores Led Zeppelin’s creative, musical, personal origin story. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Visiting Violin Recital: Ambroise Aubron with Fredonia faculty

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

THURSDAY, MARCH 27

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.

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. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

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. Other activities 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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Imaginarium Afterschool Elementary program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 5:45 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.

Fredonia Young Artists Recital

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Presents artists studying at SUNY Fredonia School of Music. Free admission, donations gratefully accepted.

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.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

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, MARCH 28

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

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.

First Presbyterian Church soup suppers

49 S. Portage St., Westfield, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Soup, salad, dessert. Dinner by donation, proceeds benefit building fund.

Stockton Showcase and Seymour Library reopening

Stockton Library, 22 N. Main St., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Reception featuring all creative talent, businesses, organizations in Stockton. Celebrating reopening of Library next day. Hors d’oeuvres, sweets, champagne.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute Art After 5 featuring Kody & Herren

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Full access to the museum and exhibits, complimentary drink from the Southern Tier Brewing Company or the RTPI bar, light bites by Elegant Edibles Catering, live music. Access to current exhibits. Members: $16 in advance, $18 at the door. Non-members: $18 in advance, $20 at the door. Call 716 665-2473 to reserve.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Fredonia High School presents the musical “SOMETHING ROTTEN”

Fredonia Central School Auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. All tickets $10. Reserved tickets at fredoniamusical.com, any remaining tickets sold at the door.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

Fredonia Jazz Orchestra featuring Troy Roberts

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

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:15 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, laser light shows, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, popcorn, other food for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, glasses that refract light. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m

SATURDAY, MARCH 29

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.

Join CHQ – A Community Fair

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 1 to 4 p.m. Free event. Screening of documentary “Join or Die,” also a mini documentary featuring local leaders, joiners looking at why getting involved locally matters. Talk with local organizations welcoming new members.

Lenten presentation: “The Man on the Shroud – But Who Do You Say I Am?”

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 2 p.m. Presenters: Jeffrey Skurka, Catherine C. Osborn. Opportunity for questions. All welcome. Free admission.

Stockton Showcase and Seymour Library reopening

Stockton Library, 22 N. Main St., 5:30 to 7 p.m. Reception featuring all creative talent, businesses, organizations in Stockton. Celebrating reopening of Library next day. Hors d’oeuvres, sweets, champagne.

Portland Fire Department meat raffle

6481 W. Main Road.

Collaborative Children’s Solution 4th Annual Red Carpet Gala

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 7 to 11 p.m. $25. Ladies only – dancing, desserts, cash bar, basket raffle. Proceeds benefit Jamestown Public Schools Garden Clubs, CCS Prom Dress Experience.

Gowanda’s Historic Hollywood Theater presents: The Great Wide Open: A Tribute to Tom Petty

39 W. Main St., 7 p.m. Tickets $20.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

JCC Uncommoners present: “LEAR” by Young Jean Lee

Robert Scharmann Theatre, 161 James St., JCC, Jamestown 7 p.m. A collision of Shakespeare’s King Lear, Sesame Street, Lee’s take on a father’s mortality. Audience discretion advised. Tickets $16 adults, $14 GSA/Seniors 60+, Students.

Fredonia High School presents the musical “SOMETHING ROTTEN”

Fredonia Central School Auditorium, 425 E. Main St., 7:30 p.m. All tickets $10. Reserved tickets at fredoniamusical.com, any remaining tickets sold at the door.

Department of Theatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:15 to 10 p.m. $12 adults, $9 Nature Center members, $9 children 3 to 15, under 2 free. Pre-registration appreciated Luminary-lit trail, creative light displays, laser light shows, ends at the Nature Center with a warm fire, hot drinks, popcorn, other food for sale. Live entertainment. Bring cash for small purchases, can buy small LED lights, glasses that refract light. Bring a flashlight. Opens at 7:30 p.m

SUNDAY, MARCH 30

Department of THeatre and Dance presents: Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Marvel Theatre, 2 p.m. Paul W. Mockovak, director. General public $20 advance, $25 door; student $5 advance, $10 door. Blend of mistaken identity, love, comedic chaos.

“Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward at Lucille Ball Little Theatre

18 E. Second St., Jamestown, 2 p.m. Tickets $17 to $25.

Lenten Taize prayer

The Lord’s Vineyard, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church site, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, 6:30 p.m. Blends song, silence, Scripture into a 40-minute service appropriate for Christians of all denominations. Runs each Sunday evening during Lent.

MONDAY, MARCH 31

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Country Kids on the Fly

15 Main St., 5:30 p.m. Free program for ages 8+, adults welcome, too. Learn fly tying, fishing techniques. All tools, materials provided.

Fredonia Flute Ensemble and Fredonia Bassoon Ensemble

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

TUESDAY, APRIL 1

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 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! STEAM program

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.

Darwin R. Library presents: After-school all-ages storytime

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

St. Joseph’s bingo

145 E. Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo begins at 7.

LEAF (Learn, Empower, Achieve Farm) workshop: Reach new audiences with SNAP, other programs

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6 to 8 p.m. Cost $5 for in-person participants. Pre-registration strongly encouraged. See https://chautauqua.cce.cornell.edu/agriculture/leaf-workshops

Leaf Junior Workshop: “Native Pollinators, Building a Bug Hotel”

Carnahan Center, 241 James St., JCC, Jamestown, 6:30 p.m. For youth grades 3-12. Youth do not have to be a 4-H member to attend. Cost $10 to $15. Call 716 664-9502 to register.

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.

Starting at $2.99/week.

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