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Community calendar — March 10

SUNDAY, MARCH 11

Chapter 459 Vietnam Veterans of America, 11 a.m., John T. Murray VFW Post 1017, 113 Deer St., Dunkirk. With questions, call Danny at 366-2287.

Knights of Columbus Council 5356 Chiavetta’s chicken barbecue, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., take out only. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 165 Central Ave., Silver Creek. Pre-sale tickets preferred. Call Paul Harvey at 785-3373 or 934-2233. Use the Parkway lot entrance and follow the signs.

Girl Scout WNY Troop 20158 cookie sales, noon to 5 p.m., Save-a-Lot, 166 E. Fourth St., Dunkirk.

Fragile Earth Film Series, “Before the Flood,” 12:30 p.m., Fredonia Grange Hall, 58 W. Main St., Fredonia. National Geographic documentary starring Leonardo DiCaprio, looks at climate change as recorded over a three-year period of travel and investigation. Free event, includes pizza lunch. Open to the public. Sponsored by the Social Action Committee of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Northern Chautauqua in collaboration with the Fredonia Friends Meeting.

Dedication of the Brocton Tri-Church Parish, 1 p.m., 35 E. Main St., Brocton. Upper New York United Methodist Church Bishop Mark Webb and Upstate New York Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Bishop John Stanley Macholz will preside over the dedication service for the church. Also assisting in the dedication ceremony will be the UMC Cornerstone District Superintendent Rev. Sherri Rood and Dean of the ELCA Southwestern Conference Upstate NY Synod Rev. Daniel Rumfelt. Pastor: Barb Brewer. All are welcome.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre presents: “39 Steps,” 2 p.m., 18 E. Second St., Jamestown. Prices: Adults: $22, students: $12.

Taize ecumenical prayer service: Song, scripture and time for silent meditation, 6:30 p.m., St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk. For details, call 366-0449.

MONDAY, MARCH 12

Kids’ Clothes Closet, 10 a.m. to noon. Fredonia First United Methodist Church, 25 Church St. Come to the Education Wing entrance. Clothes and other needed items for children from birth through size 6. Also an assortment of maternity clothing. Donations accepted. For details, call 679-1513 or see www.fredoniafirst.org.

United Senior Citizens luncheon meeting, noon, Fredonia Beaver Club, 64 Prospect St. Ham, boiled cabbage and sides. Send $10 payment to: Evonne Hennebery, P.O. Box 706, Dunkirk, N.Y. 14048. Note that there is a price change this year.

J. Carter Knapp American Legion Auxiliary 953 meeting, 7 p.m., club room, 6 Cedar St., Forestville. Making plans for meat party March 24. All members encouraged to attend.

Chautauqua’s Got Talent competition, round 2, 7 p.m., the Spire Theater, 317 E. Third St., Jamestown. Tickets $9 at the door or order online at www.spiretheater.org

Health and wellness

DHS Morning Swim, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. DHS Pool. $2 individually.

Stretch and tone with exercise, 9 to 10 a.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. Donation: $1 per session.

Grape Belt Seniors Aerobics and Weights with Catherine, 9 a.m., Masonic Lodge, East Main Street, Fredonia. Coffee and conversation follows at 10 a.m. New members are always welcome.

Northern Chautauqua indoor pickleball, 5:30 to 9 p.m., Boys and Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. With questions, call Ed Kirchmeyer at 432-6114.

DHS Aquasize, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. DHS Pool. $4 individually.

DHS Junior Swim Team, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. DHS Pool. $4 individually.

Games and hobbies

Dunkirk Senior Center Pinochle, 1 p.m., 45 Cliffstar Court. Everyone welcome.

Libraries

Barker Library presents: Preschool storytime, 10:15 a.m., 7 Day St., Fredonia. Caregivers welcome to browse the Library’s collections, use a public computer or enjoy free WIFI during programs. All children welcome. Stories, movies, songs, crafts and play. No registration necessary.

Collins Public Library presents: Book Club, 11 a.m., 2341 Main St. This month’s book: “My Husband’s Wife,” by Jane Corry. Everyone is welcome. Request a copy online or at the Library desk.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Class “Growing Herbs Indoors,” 6 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Instructor: Tina T. Ames, local artist and teacher. Learn how to grow a variety of herbs inside, either with soil or hydronicially year round. Take home seeds and handouts after the class. For ages 18 and older. To register, call 934-3468.

TUESDAY, MARCH 13

Cassadaga Legion Auxiliary Unit 1280 meeting, 6:30 p.m., 228 Maple Ave.

First United Methodist Church Swiss steak dinner, 4:30 to 6 p.m. or sold out. 601 Washington Ave., Dunkirk. Menu: Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, vegetables, bread, homemade pies for dessert and a drink. Presale pre-paid tickets: $9, or $9.50 at the door. Call 366-2230 for details.

North Collins Central School musical: Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory free annual Senior Citizen performance, 5:30 p..m., 2045 School St. Reserved seating. Tickets: $8. Email lkoudounas@northcollinscsd.org.

Dunkirk Memorial Unit 62 Auxiliary monthly meeting, 7 p.m., 211 Central Ave., Dunkirk.

Lake Shore Central School District Band Concert, 7 p.m., Senior High Auditorium, 959 Beach Road, Angola. Free event.

Evans Garden Club meeting, 7 p.m., Angola Public Library, 34 N. Main St. Angola. Planning workshop for annual plant sale and auction. Bring ideas, craft supplies.

Cinema Series: “The Shape of Water,” 7:30 p.m., 1891 Fredonia Opera House, Village Hall. Tickets: $7 adults, $6.50 seniors and Opera House members, $5 students and children. Call 679-1891 or visit Fredopera.org.

Health and wellness

Aerobics by Catherine, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court, Dunkirk. All seniors welcome. Donation: $1.

Tai Chi, 3 to 4 p.m., Dunkirk Senior Center, 45 Cliffstar Court. No fee involved.

Northern Chautauqua beginners’ pickleball class, 6 to 9 p.m., indoors at the Boys and Girls Club, 296 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. Call Ed Kirchmeyer at 432-6114 for details.

DHS Deep Water Aquasize, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. DHS Pool. $4 individually.

DHS Evening Lap Swim, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. DHS Pool. $2 individually.

Northern Chautauqua pickleball in Brocton, 7 to 10 p.m., Brocton Elementary Gym. Call Mike Ferguson at 480-3729 for details.

Games and hobbies

Pinochle: Tuesday’s Best, 1 p.m., Fredonia Beaver Club. With any questions, call Birdie at 679-1409.

St. Joseph’s bingo, 7 p.m., Parish Center, 145 East Main St., Fredonia. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., Bingo starts at 7 p.m. For information, call parish office at 679-4116.

Libraries

Dunkirk Public Library presents: Storytime, 10:30 to 11, 536 Central Ave. Children 2 to 5 years old can listen to a story and make a craft. Puzzles, a dollhouse and computers available for play after the story. Siblings always welcome. For details, call 366-2511.

Dunkirk Public Library presents: After school family storytime and craft, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., 536 Central Ave. For all ages. After the story, kids can play on the computers, play with the dollhouse, color and read. Free and open to the public. For details, call 366-2511.

Barker Library presents: after school storytime, 4 p.m., 7 Day St., Fredonia. Caregivers welcome to browse the Library’s collections, use a public computer or enjoy free WIFI during programs. All children welcome, for all ages. Stories, movies, songs, crafts and play. No registration necessary.

Collins Public Library presents: Dr. Seuss story hour, 5:15 p.m., 2341 Main St., Come and enjoy some Dr. Seuss fun! Read a few of his many crazy and tongue-tying books, have a Cat in the Hat challenge and make a fun Lorax craft. Ages 3 to 10. Stop by or call 532-5129 to register.

Anderson-Lee Library presents: Minecraft club, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., 43 Main St., Silver Creek. Ages 7 to 17. Popular on-line game that helps kids of all ages develop creativity and critical thinking skills. Focus: survival mode, playing together on the library’s network. Registration required. Call 934-3468.

COMING EVENTS

FRIDAY, MARCH 16 and SATURDAY, MARCH 17

AARP Driver Safety Class, noon to 3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 25 Church St., Fredonia. Must attend both days. $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Register by calling the instructor Shirley Erbsmehl at 679-4530.

SATURDAY, MARCH 17

St. Patrick’s Day dinner to benefit Dunkirk-Fredonia Meals on Wheels, 3 to 5 p.m., take-out only. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk (Fourth Street entrance). Pre-sale only, $10 each. Choice of corned beef and cabbage or shepherd’s pie. Call 366-8822 to reserve. Delivery available to businesses ordering five or more meals. Catered by la casa d’mangia.

St. John’s United Church of Christ meat loaf dinner, Serving 4:30 to 6 p.m., 733 Central Ave., Dunkirk. Parking off Eagle Street. Call 366-0710 for reservations. Pre-sale tickets, $9.50, tickets at the door, $10.

SUNDAY, MARCH 18

First Ward Falcon Club Easter Egg Hunt, 1 to 4 p.m., 341 Lake Shore Drive E., Dunkirk. Members sign up children and grandchildren ages 10 and under at the club rooms. Deadline Sunday, March 11. For details, call 366-8937.

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