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.

Town of Hanover Public hearing on potential battery storage system

Silver Creek High School cafeteria, 1 Dickinson Drive, 6 p.m.

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.

Chautauqua County Planning Board monthly meeting

Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities, 454 N.Work St., Falconer, 4 p.m. For details, call 716 363-3621.

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.

Qatar Stars Screening

Darwin R. Barker Museum, 7 Day St., Fredonia, 6 to 8 p.m. Documentary follows a rhythmic gymnastics school in Doha with girls ages 9 to 15 from Quatar, Lebanon, Egypt, Ukraine, UK. Q & A follows with director Danielle Beverly.

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.

Family of Parishes Penance Service

St. Hyacinth Church, 295 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, penance service follows Mass at 6:30 p.m.

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.

Faculty Recital: David Rose, viola, Manny Rose, piano

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

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2

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.

Lenten Recital

First United Presbyterian Church of Dunkirk, 19 W. Fourth St., noon. Jonah Albert, cellist, will perform an All-Bach Recital. Public welcome.

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.

Movies at the Reg: “September 5”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. During the 1972 Munich Olympics, a hostage crisis pushes TV executive Roone Arledge (Peter Saarsgard) to thrust an untested sports producer, Geoff Mason (John Magaro) into the spotlight of breaking news coverage. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Fredonia Clarinet ensemble and Euphonium Ensemble

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

THURSDAY, APRIL 3

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: 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.

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.

Sinclairville Library presents: Family Night: A Night with the Martz-Kohl Observatory

15 Main St., 6 to 8 p.m. Explore the sky with the library’s new telescope, create a planisphere, check out space activities. At 7 p.m, go outside to view the moon, planet Jupiter. Free for school-aged children, adults. Will be rescheduled in case of rain.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: “Edith and Kurt Leuchter – A Holocaust Story of Love and Resilience” as told by their daughter Deborah Stueber

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 6 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.

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.

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.

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, APRIL 4

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: free Poetry class with John Brantingham

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to noon. for feedback, coaching; online through video lectures, Zoom-based office hours. Participants can join in as little or as much as desired. To register, email johnmbrantingham@gmail.com, In the subject, write “Poetry Class.”

Sinclairville Free Library presents: Sinclairville Samplers

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

Audubon Community Nature Center First Friday: Seeing the Unseen – Aquatic Invaders and What’s at Stake

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.

CBA Vision Rehabilitation Services Dining in the Dark fundraiser

Chautauqua Harbor Hotel, 10 Dunham Ave., Celoron. Doors open 5 p.m. Cash bar, silent and live auctions, 50/50, 6:15 p.m. guests are blindfolded for a 3-course dinner meal. Reservations $65 each by March 21. Call CBA 716 664-6660.

Blessed Mary Angela Parish Youth Stations of the Cross

St. Hyacinth’s Church, 295 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk, 6 p.m. All children, young adults invited to participate.

BANFF Mountain Film Festival

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 to 10:10 p.m. Also April 5, two different programs. One-day adult pass $25; active military/student/child/senior $15. Two day adult pass $45; active military/student/child/senior $15. Call 716 665-2473 for details. Also includes all weekend pass to the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown.

“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.

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 Free Improvisation

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

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:30 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, APRIL 5

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.

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.

National Theatre Live; “Present Laughter” by Noel Coward

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $15, students $10.

Jamestown Skating Club presents: “SK8 the 80s”

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., Jamestown, 1 p.m. Tickets $10 at door. Another show at 6 p.m.

Princess Tea Party

Crystal Ballroom, 110 W. Third St., Jamestown, 2 to 6 p.m. Sip tea, enjoy light fare, mingle with costumed princesses. Princess attire encouraged. Princess/prince pass $15.38. Parent pass $10.25. Also on-site vendors with royal merchandise.

St. John’s United Church of Christ chicken and biscuits 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.

Child Advocacy Program Diamond Dinner and auction

Chautauqua Suites, 215 W. Lake Road, Mayville, 5 p.m. cocktails, dinner 6:30 p.m. Reservations $75 each, or 2 for $125. Each reservation is an entry into drawing for a dazzling diamond.

South Dayton Fire Company Ham, Basket party

Activities Hall, 34 Maple St., doors open 6:15 p.m., spins begin at 7 p.m. Family fun event. Free refreshments. Large basket raffle, door prizes

BANFF Mountain Film Festival

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, 116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 to 10:10 p.m. Also April 4, two different programs. One-day adult pass $25; active military/student/child/senior $15. Two day adult pass $45; active military/student/child/senior $15. Call 716 665-2473 for details. Also includes all weekend pass to the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown.

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.

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.

Cinema Series: “Last Breath”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Based on a true story, stars Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu as deep-sea divers battling raging elements to rescue a crew member (Finn Cole). $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Audubon Lights

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 8:30 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, APRIL 6

First Sunday Story Time at Audubon

Audubon Community Nature Center, 1600 Riverside Road, Jamestown, 12:30 to 1 p.m. Free for children and adults. Pre-registration appreciated by the day before. Children ages 2 to 10 with an adult. Enrollment limited to 15. Can stay after to explore the indoor nature play area, live animals, exhibits.

Community Through Hockey/CCHS All Star Hockey Fundraiser

Northwest Arena, 319 W. Third St., 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission. Puck drops at 2:07 p.m. Huge basket raffle, 50/50. Proceeds benefit Chautauqua County Humane Society.

Western New York Chamber Orchestra Classics 3 (A Sherlock Holmes Opera)

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 3 p.m. General public $20; student/child free in advance; $5 at door. World premier of the concert version of Conductor Glen Corteses’s 221B – A Sherlock Holmes Opera.

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.

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

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

MONDAY, APRIL 7

Memory Cafe

National Comedy Center, 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, 10 a.m. For people living with memory loss plus caregivers, family. Experience museum’s interactive touch-screen exhibits, theater presentations at own pace. Socialize, refreshments. Complimentary event. This month, guest speaker from Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services will discuss local resources for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Pre-register at ComedyCenter.org/memorycafe.

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County luncheon

White Inn University Room, 52 E. Main St., Fredonia, 11:30 a.m. Speaker James Hurtgen will discuss Nonpartisan primaries. Speaker Nancy Boynton will address Ranked Choice Voting. Reservations required in advance. $20.50. Call President Mary Croxton at 716 679-1774.

CASA Pinwheels for Prevention planting ceremony

Town of Chautauqua Municipal Building front lawn, 2 Academy St., Mayville, 3:30 p.m. Learn how child abuse, neglect affect our community, what can be done to support children, families in crisis. Pinwheels available for $2 at participating businesses,

Sinclairville Free Library presents: free Poetry class with John Brantingham

15 Main St., 4 to 6 p.m. for feedback, coaching; online through video lectures, Zoom-based office hours. Participants can join in as little or as much as desired. To register, email johnmbrantingham@gmail.com, In the subject, write “Poetry Class.”

Ahira Hall Memorial Library G.N.O.M.E.S. Library Volunteer Group

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Chautauqua’s Got Talent show

The Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Tickets $14 presale, $18 at door, $55 for five performances including April 7, April 28, May 5, May 12, May 19.

Fredonia Percussion Ensemble

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

TUESDAY, APRIL 8

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Little Adventurers

37 W. Main St., Brocton, 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Ages 0 to 7 with grown-up. Theme-based stories, free play, activities.

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.

Niagara Mohawk and National Grid retirees luncheon

White Inn, 52 E. Main St., Fredonia, noon. Reservations required. Call Dorothy Lawrence at 716 672-2682.

Memory Cafe

Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Third floor Media Arts Studie, enter at 108 E. Third St., Jamestown, noon to 1:30 p.m. Free respite, arts program for those with memory issues, their caregivers, family friends. Music performances, crafts, easy activities, light refreshments. Participate or observe. Register at 716 484-7070 by the prior day. Donations welcome. This month: performer Randy Graham.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Mini Library Tins

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. Ages 18+. Create a personal mini library using an Altoids tin selection of miniature items. Limited space, reregistration required. Call 716 934-3468.

LEAF (Learn, Empower, Achieve Farm) workshop:Chemicals 101

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

New Horizons Band

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 6:30 p.m.

Cassadaga American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 monthly meeting

Post 1280, 228 Maple Ave., 6:30 p.m.

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: “Last Breath”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Based on a true story, stars Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu as deep-sea divers battling raging elements to rescue a crew member (Finn Cole). $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Fredonia Woodwind Chamber Ensembles

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

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9

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.

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Within the Silence (Japanese Internment in America)

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.

Lenten Recital

First United Presbyterian Church of Dunkirk, 19 W. Fourth St., noon. Virginia M. Miller, soprano, Early Childhood Educator,will sing a vocal recital of various Lenten songs, accompanied on piano by Dr. Linda Phillips. Public welcome.

Lecture Series: Pottery of Chautauqua County

Fenton History Center, 67 Washington St., Jamestown, 1 p.m. Presenter: local historian, author Vincent Martonis. Free, public welcome. Donations appreciated.

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.

East Town Dunkirk Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary April chicken barbecue

E. Dunkirk Fire Hall, 10949 S. Roberts Road, 4 to 6 p.m. or sold out. $15, but at the Fire Hall or Big Rick’s One Stop. Eat in or drive-through.

Chautauqua Youth Symphony Fundraiser at Guppy’s

4663 Route 430, Bemus Point, 5 to 8 p.m. Dine in or take out. 25% of sales donated to CYS. Also basket raffles, 50/50.

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: “The Room Next Door”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. Ingrid (Julianne Moore), Martha (Tilda Swanson) were close friends when they worked together at a magazine. Now an autofiction writer and war correspondent, they reconnect in an extreme situation. Tickets $8 at box office, $10 online or by phone.

Fredonia Chamber Orchestra

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

THURSDAY, APRIL 10

Robert H. Jackson Center presents: Within the Silence (Japanese Internment in America)

305 E. Fourth St., Jamestown, 9 to 10 a.m. or 1 to 2 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.

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Lego Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6:30 p.m. For children ages 5 to 12. Build challenge of the day, pick challenge card or free build. Limit of 10 children. Pre-registration required. Call 716 934-3468

Fredonia Chamber Made Guitar

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

Video Game Orchestra – the Music of Nintendo

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m. Students free, community members $5.

FRIDAY, APRIL 11

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: free Poetry class with John Brantingham

7 Day St., Fredonia, 10 a.m. to noon. for feedback, coaching; online through video lectures, Zoom-based office hours. Participants can join in as little or as much as desired. To register, email johnmbrantingham@gmail.com, In the subject, write “Poetry Class.”

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 exhibition opening: Art that Matters to the Planet: Wild America

311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Guest juror Kenn Kaufman. Full access to museum, drink from RTPI bar, light bites. $12,

Contemporary Stations of the Cross with music, candlelight

Holy Trinity RC Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, 7 to 8:15 p.m. Each station includes a contemporary reflection, related song performed by Our Lord’s Vineyard musicians.

Movies at the Reg: “Dog Man”

116 E. Third St., Jamestown, 7 p.m. When a faithful police dog and his human police officer are injured together on the job, a life-saving surgery fuses them together, dog man is born. Tickets $7 at box office, $9 online or by phone.

Folk in Fredonia: Long Point String Band

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. Blend of old-time mountain music, bluegrass. $22 adults, $20 members, $10 students.

Performing Arts Center presents: “Company”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 at door; students $5 advance, $10 door. On the eve of Robert’s 35th birthday, friends explain the pros and cons of taking on a spouse to the confirmed bachelor. Music by Stephen Sondheim.

Fredonia World Mallets Ensembles

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

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/.

SATURDAY, APRIL 12

Pancake breakfast, egg hunt

The Camp at Findley, 2334 Sunnyside Road, Clymer, 8 to 10 a.m. Pancakes, 2 breakfast sausages, beverage. Donation no less than $3 per person. Free Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m., prizes in every egg. Age groups 1 to 3; 4 to 7; 8 and up. Chance to win a free week of camp for 8+ group.

Fredonia Easter Festival

9 a.m. to noon, breakfast with Easter Bunny at Fredonia First United Methodist Church, 25 Church St. Adults $7, children 4 to 12 $5, 3 and under free includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, drink. Picture with Easter Bunny $1. Crafts for kids. At 12:30 p.m. Easter egg hunt in Barker Common West.

Chautauqua County Historical Society annual meeting

Lakeshore Assembly of God, 252 E. Main St., Westfield. Meeting at 10 a.m. with annual report, updates on McClurg Museum. Around 10:45 a.m.. presentation by Maxwell Walters, curator of Fredonia’s Barker Museum. Topic: General Lafayette’s 1825 Fredonia visit; the village’s plans to celebrate the bicentennial of the visit the first week of June. Coffee, doughnuts. No reservations required. Free event, public welcome.

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.

Audubon Community Nature Center Little Explorers: Eggs, small and large

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.

Bemus Point Easter egg hunt

Bemus Point Golf Club and Tap House, 72 Main St., 10:15 a.m. Age groups: Pre-K and under; grades K-1; 2-3; 4-5. Also Easter Bunny visit.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Beverly Cleary 109th birthday celebration

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 11 a.m. Stories, crafts, games, 109 seconds of drop everything and read, cupcakes. All ages welcome. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468

Bluey Easter Carnival at Chautauqua Safety Village

2695 Route 394, Asheville, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $5 per person, kids 2, under free. Bluey-inspired games, carnival games, crafts, train ride, car track, Easter candy, fun houses, photo ops with Bluey, Bingo, Easter Bunny, Paw Patrol. Food, beverages available for purchase.

City of Jamestown Easter Egg Hunt

Allen Park soccer fields, West Virginia Boulevard, 11 a.m. For ages 12, under. Also Easter Bunny visit.

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.

Darwin R. Barker Library presents: Danar Burkard and his new YA novel “COASTERS RULE”

7 Day St.. Fredonia, 12 p.m. Meet author Burkard, purchase signed copies of his book.

Art & Architecture On Screen: Van Gogh – Poets and Lovers

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 1 p.m. $15, $10 students. Hosted by the National Gallery in London..

“The Birds That Audubon Missed”: In-person program with author Kenn Kaufman

Roger Tory Peterson Institute, 311 Curtis St., Jamestown, 1 to 2 p.m. Participation free, registration required. Call 716 665-2473.

Trinity United Church of Christ free community meal

Erie Avenue and Park Street, Gowanda, take-out only, 4 to 6 p.m. or gone. Pulled pork sandwich, au gratin potatoes, vegetable, fruit, cookie. Free will donations appreciated but not necessary. Everyone is welcome.

Frewsburg Lions Club drive-through chicken barbecue fundraiser for 10-year-old Jace Haase

Zion Lutheran Church parking lot, pick-up from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. 3 Cs Catering, $18 includes half chicken, baked beans, macaroni salad, cookie or brownie. Jace is being treated for T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. Presale tickets recommended. Call 716 397-9485.

Performing Arts Center presents: “Company”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 at door; students $5 advance, $10 door. On the eve of Robert’s 35th birthday, friends explain the pros and cons of taking on a spouse to the confirmed bachelor. Music by Stephen Sondheim.

Cinema Series: “Eephus”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. In the mid-1990’s, 2 middle-aged recreational baseball teams face the loss of their playing field to make way for a new school. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

SUNDAY, APRIL 13

Concerto Competition

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 1 to 5 p.m.

First Ward Falcon Club’s annual Easter egg hunt, party

341 Lake Shore Drive E, Dunkirk, 1 to 4 p.m. For all members’ children or grandchildren up to age 10. Music, games, prizes, food, Easter bunny, balloon twister, face painting available. Pregistration $5 per child by April 6.

Performing Arts Center presents: “Company”

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Bartlett Theatre, 2 p.m. Reserved seating. General public $20 advance, $25 at door; students $5 advance, $10 door. On the eve of Robert’s 35th birthday, friends explain the pros and cons of taking on a spouse to the confirmed bachelor. Music by Stephen Sondheim.

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. APRIL 14

Darwin R. Library presents: Preschool storytime

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

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Spring baby animals from Sun-Dance-Kids Farm

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 1 p.m. Pre-registration requested. Call 716 934-3468.

Sinclairville Free Library presents: free Poetry class with John Brantingham

15 Main St., 4 to 6 p.m. for feedback, coaching; online through video lectures, Zoom-based office hours. Participants can join in as little or as much as desired. To register, email johnmbrantingham@gmail.com, In the subject, write “Poetry Class.”

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.

VFW Auxiliary of Sheridan Post 6390 meeting

2556 Route 20, 6:30 p.m. To check eligibility, contact Beckie Ross at rhuberross@stny.rr.com

Fredonia Student Composers

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

TUESDAY, APRIL 15

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.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Drop-in Lego Club

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 2 p.m. For all ages. Build with the library’s Lego collection. No registration necessary.

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.

Ahira Hall Memorial Library presents: Eureka! STEAM program

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

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Pajama storytime

43 Main St., Silver Creek, 6 p.m. For all ages. Wear favorite jammies, bring favorite stuffy, settle in for story, craft.. Advance registration appreciated. Call 716 934-3468.

League of Women Voters panel discussion: “The Immigrant Journey – Overcoming Obstacles and Building a Future in the United States”

Unitarian Universalist Church of Northern Chautauqua County, 222 Temple St., Fredonia, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Speakers include Josephat Iyamuremiye, Andy Nash Cammarata, Momina DiBlasio, Sheila Starkey Hahn. Light refreshments. To attend, email Rebecca Huber-Ross at rhuberross@stny.rr.com

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: “Eephus”

1891 Fredonia Opera House, 9 Church St., 7:30 p.m. In the mid-1990’s, 2 middle-aged recreational baseball teams face the loss of their playing field to make way for a new school. $7 adults, $6.50 seniors, Opera House members, $5 students.

Fredonia Vocal Jazz Night

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

Fredonia Wind Symphony

SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, King Concert Hall, 8 p.m.