TODAY

Wine and more

What: Sanborn Winetique Festival Why: Antiques and vintage items, tastings from wineries, food and live music provided. What else: Check out the fall colors on your way to Sanborn. Info: Runs from 10 a. m. to 5 p. m. at the Sanborn Fire Hall, 5811 Buffalo St., Sanborn. Admission is free. For more info, call 754-9500.

MONDAY

Poets united

What: “Beyond Bones: A Collection of Poems Featuring Writers From Western New York” at Hallwalls Why: A reading celebrating the release of a new annual literary journal will feature Loren Keller and William Sylvester, with Amrutansh (Amol Salunkhe), Jennifer Campbell, Kenneth J. Feltges, John Marvin, Marge Merrill, Perry S. Nicholas, Jane Sadowsky and Verneice Turner. What else: Goodwill donation accepted to benefit Hallwalls. Info: Runs 7 to 9 p. m. below the gallery at Hallwalls, 341 Delaware Ave., 854-1694. Stairs and elevator available.

THURSDAY

Carnegie night out

What: Authors & Artists 2009, an evening of food and entertainment to showcase and benefit the Carnegie Art Center, in North Tonawanda Why: Food, wine and a silent auction of collectible books and one-of-a-kind bookmarks designed by more than 50 artists for the event. What else: Proceeds benefit the programs of the Carnegie Art Center, including classes for children and adults, art exhibits and professional workshops. The center also supports regional cultural tourism efforts. Info: Runs from 6:30 to 9 p. m. at the center, 240 Goundry St. Tickets are $15 pre-sale and for members and $20 at the door. For more info, call 694-4400 or visit the Web site,

www.carnegieartcenter.org

FRIDAY

Spooky-go-round

What: Halloween Spooktacular at the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum Why: Family party will include games, crafts, treats, rides and entertainment by In Jest. What else: See the museum’s wood-carvers work their magic on pumpkins, which will be raffled off at the end of the event. Kids go home with a goodie bag; adults enjoy cider and doughnuts. Info: Runs from 5:30 p. m. to 8 p. m. at the museum, 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda. Call 693-1885 for reservations, which are required. Cost is $8 per child, $2 per adult.

SATURDAY

Haunted history

What: Marble Orchard Ghost Walks Why: Offbeat theatrical guides lead historically based walks through the Village of Lewiston and into the village cemetery, stopping to commune with those who have made the “Marble Orchard” their final resting place. What else: The 90-minute walks include tales of the ghastly and the ghostly, graveyard etiquette and tombstone symbols. Info: Meet at the Lewiston Courtyard, 476 Center St. at 7 p. m. every Saturday through Oct. 31. Bring a flashlight and wear comfortable walking shoes. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12. For more info, call 754-0166. —Anne Neville