June 22 to 29
Niagara County events
Following is Niagara Sunday’s weekly listing of upcoming public events held around Niagara County.
If you would like your event included, send the information two weeks in advance to: Niagara Community Calendar, c/o The Buffalo News, 8353 Niagara Falls Blvd., Niagara Falls, NY 14304, fax to: 283-1691 or e-mail to: niagaranews@buffnews.com . Today
MUSEUM HOURS: 2 to 4 p. m., Sanborn Historical Society Museum, 2822 Niagara St.
BEACH NOW OPEN: The beach at Wilson-Tuscarora State Park is now open full time from 11 a. m. to 7
p. m., 3371 Lake Road, Wilson. Park admission, $7.
PERFORMANCE: Paul James Jazz, as part of the Sunday on the Steps at the NACC Concert Series, 6 to 8 p. m., Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls. Free. In case of rain, the concert will take place in the Grande Theatre of the center.
MEETING: Alcoholics Anonymous Golden Slipper, 9:30 a. m., UAW Hall, 524 Walnut St., Lockport; Attitude Adustment, 10 a. m., First Step Center, Allen Street, Niagara Falls; La- Salle Big Book, 7:30 p. m., Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church, 156 59th St., Niagara Falls; Fifth Tradition, 8
p. m., St. John’s Episcopal Church, 100 Chestnut St., Youngstown; and Lock City, 8 p. m., Emmanuel Methodist Church, East Avenue and Washburn Street, Lockport.
Monday
CAR CRUISE: Lockport Monday Night Optimist Car Cruise, with vendors selling hamburgers, hot dogs, beck on weck, french fries, ice cream, pizza, fried dough, clams and more, 6 to 9 p. m., Ida Fritz Park, Main Street. This week, Fifth Annual Fender Bender.
REGISTRATION BEGINS: For the 10th Annual Adult Summer Reading Program, with the theme “Plant a Seed . . . Read,” open to residents of North Tonawanda, Pendleton and Wheatfield ages 15 and up. Those who read seven books of their choice will receive a small prize and a ticket for every book they read to join a basket auction, with prizes consisting of gift baskets containing merchandise and gift certificates from local merchants. Library hours are 9:30 a. m. to 9 p. m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. Friday and Saturday; and 1 to 5 p. m. Sunday, North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive.
REGISTRATION BEGINS: For the 2008 Summer Reading Club for children in preschool through grade nine living in North Tonawanda, Wheatfield or Pendleton. Those who read or have books read to them will be able to earn points each week for the program “Catch the Reading Bug” and can receive two free paperback Reading Is Fundamental books and a free Wendy’s Junior Frosty treat certificate after reading one book, with the library open 9:30 a. m. to 9 p. m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. Friday and Saturday; and 1 to 5 p. m. Sunday, North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive.
ART WORKSHOPS: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation will host an art workshop for the general public, with instructor Karl Heerdt teaching acrylic painting, 10 a. m. to noon and 1 to 2:30 p. m., 2510 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield. A small fee may be charged. Call 297-6400, Ext. 235, to register.
CHINA EXHIBIT: “Once in a Blue Moon,” featuring a collection of blue and white china, 9 a. m. to 5 p. m., the History Center, Niagara County Historical Society, 215 Niagara St., Lockport. Continues through Saturday.
FACILITATED ENROLLMENT: For Medicaid, Child Health Plus and Family Health Insurance programs, 9 a. m. to 3 p. m. today, Tuesday and Thursday; 1 to 4 p. m. Wednesday; and 9 a. m. to noon Friday, Hamilton B. Mizer Primary Care Center, 501 10th St., Niagara Falls. Call 278-4620 for more information.
DISCOVERY CENTER HOURS: Erie Canal Discovery Center, 9 a. m. to 5 p. m., 24 Church St., Lockport. Open seven days a week in the summer.
OPERATING SCHEDULE: For Old Fort Niagara, 9 a. m. to 5 p. m., Youngstown. Adults ages 12 and up, $10; senior citizens 65 and up, $9; children ages 6 to 12, $6; children under age 6, free.
MEETINGS: Alcoholics Anonymous Lockview, 6:30 a. m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 98 East Ave., Lockport; Big Book Step Group, 7:30
a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Lockport Discussion, 10 a. m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 98 East Ave., Lockport; Big Book Step Group, 6:30
p. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, Niagara Falls; Survivors Big Book Group, 6:30 p. m., Grace Lutheran Church, Pershing Avenue and Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls; New Green Group International Open Discussion Meeting, 8 p. m., First Congregational Church, 822 Cleveland Ave., Niagara Falls; and Open Channel Big Book, 8 p. m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Second Street and Rainbow Avenue, Niagara Falls.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Adult volunteers are needed to assist the program coordinator of Memory Minders, a program of the Dale Association for adults with mild memory loss, 10:30 a. m. to 2:30 p. m., meeting at the Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport. Call Kathy Austin at 433-3344, Ext. 4, for more information.
MUSEUM HOURS: Castellani Art Museum at the Falls, 10 a. m. to 4
p. m., Conference Center Niagara Falls, 101 Old Falls St. Continues through Thursday. Exhibits include “Selections From the Charles Rand Penney Collection of Historical Niagara Falls Prints,” through Oct. 19. Free admission.
GLEE CLUB REHEARSALS: Lock City Glee Club, 7 p. m., Christ Episcopal Church, Rochester Road and Fieldcrest Drive, Lockport. New members are invited to join.
FITNESS PROGRAM: Independent Health Association’s low-impact SilverSneakers fitness class, which focuses on improving muscular strength and much more for senior citizens, 9 to 10 a. m., Niagara Falls Family YMCA, 1317 Portage Road. Also offered Wednesdays and Fridays. Senior citizens subscribing to Independent Health’s Medicare Advantage plan can receive a free fitness facility membership at the YMCA.
MUSEUM HOURS: North Tonawanda History Museum, 314 Oliver St., 9 a. m. to 9 p. m. today and Tuesday, and 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The museum is also open by appointment. Call 213-0554 or 692-2681 for more information.
EXERCISE: An exercise class for senior citizens, a program of gentle exercise that combines recreation and socialization, 1 to 2:30 p. m. every Monday, DeGraff Community Center of Kaleida Health, 139 Division St., North Tonawanda. Cost, $2 per week. Call 690-2271 or 692-8731 to register.
EXERCISE: Fit After 50, 8:40 to 9:15 a. m., every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, Niagara Falls Family YMCA, 1317 Portage Road. Gentle stretching. All are welcome.
YOUTH PROGRAM: Opportunity for young people to learn about prevention of drug and alcohol abuse and about recovery and dependency, 7 to 8:30 p. m., Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
FREE CLINIC: Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic, noon to 3:30 p. m., Trott Access Center, 1001 11th St., Niagara Falls. Confidential and anonymous. No appointment needed. Use the Elmwood Street entrance. Continues Wednesday. Call 278-1900 for more information.
MUSEUM OPEN: The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum is open seven days per week, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. today through Saturday; and noon to 4 p. m. Sunday, 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda.
Tuesday
FREE CONCERT: America, as part of First Niagara Tuesday in the Park, 6:30 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. Includes hands-on art workshops for children. Parking inside the park, $6.
CHORUS REHEARSAL: The Retired Men’s Chorus meets at 9:15 a. m. every Tuesday, Bacon Memorial Presbyterian Church, 166 59th St., Niagara Falls. Visitors and prospective members are welcome.
ART DISPLAY: “Freedom Crossing: the Underground Railroad in Greater Niagara,” 11 a. m. to 5 p. m., Castellani Art Museum, Niagara University, Route 104, Lewiston. Continues 11 a. m. to 5 p. m. through Saturday and 1 to 5 p. m. Sunday.
WELCOMING EVENT: For potential volunteers for the Senior Companion and Foster Grandparent programs, noon, Wheatfield Community Center, 2790 Church Road. Participants will enjoy pizza while learning more about the programs. Call 285-8224, Ext. 239, to reserve a seat.
PINOCHLE GROUP: 1:15 p. m., North Tonawanda Senior Citizens Center, 110 Goundry St.
CHORUS REHEARSAL: The Lockport Chorale, 7 p. m., George Southard Elementary School, Locust Street Extension.
ADAPTED GYM: The Niagara Falls Family YMCA is offering a variety of gym programs geared especially for those facing developmental and physical challenges, 6 to 7 p. m., at the YMCA, 1317 Portage Ave. Adapted gym programming, $4 per participant, with caregivers free. Call 285-8491 for more information.
MEETINGS: Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; New Freedom Group, 10 a. m., 2470 Allen Ave., Niagara Falls; the Tuesday Afternoon Meeting, 12:30 p. m., Horizon Health Services, 36 East Ave., Lockport; Early Beginning Group, 7 p. m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 616 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls; Lew-Port Group, 8 p. m., First Presbyterian Church, 505 Cayuga St., Lewiston; and Big-Book Lockport, 8 p. m., St. John’s Baptist School, Chestnut and McCallum, Lockport.
ARTS & CRAFTS PROGRAM: For anyone age 55 and older, 9:30 to noon, North Tonawanda Senior Citizens Center, 110 Goundry St. Projects are available for a minimal cost. Continues through Friday.
MUSEUM HOURS: 11 a. m. to 5 p. m. today through Saturday, and 1 to 5 p. m. Sunday, Castellani Art Museum, Niagara University, Lewiston.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAM: For children ages 2z to 5, with books, games, crafts, holiday parties, birthday celebrations and special guests, 9:30 to 10:30 a. m. or 11 a. m. to noon, Youngstown Public Library, 240 Lockport St.
FREE CLINIC: A well-baby clinic is held in the morning and an immunization clinic is held in the afternoon, Trott Access Center, 1001 11th St., Niagara Falls. Appointments by calling 278-1903. Clinics also held in North Tonawanda and in Lockport.
SUPPORT GROUP: Breast cancer support for those who have experienced breast cancer and their families, 7:30 p. m., Room 723A, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, 5300 Military Road, Lewiston.
AL-ANON: Help with dealing with someone else’s alcohol problem, 12:30 p. m., Tuesday Afternoon 12 Steppers, 66 Mead St., North Tonawanda; 7 p. m., Seven Clan Al-Anon, Jay’s Place Diner, Walmore Road, Tuscarora Reservation; St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 616 Cayuga Drive, Niagara Falls; and Adult Children of Alcoholics, Trinity Lutheran Church, 5 Saxton St., Lockport.
NAR-ANON: Helping families cope with substance abuse by someone they love, 7 to 8:30 p. m., Clearview Outpatient Center, 66 Mead St., North Tonawanda.
SUPPORT GROUP: Weekly meeting, sponsored by the Niagara County AIDS Case Management Program and AIDS Task Force, for people with HIV/AIDS, 5:30 to 7 p. m. in Niagara Falls. Strictly confidential. Call 297-4004 for information.
BRIDGE: Wheatfield Senior Citizens Center, 12:45 p. m., 2790 Church Road. Learn to play bridge from 10 a. m. to noon.
RECREATION PROGRAM: For developmentally disabled children 3 to 10 years old, 2 to 6 p. m., Niagara United Cerebral Palsy, 9812 Lockport Road, Town of Niagara. Continues Wednesday and Thursday.
SUPPORT GROUP: Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p. m., St. Leo Catholic Church, Military Road, Niagara Falls.
ART EXHIBITS: “Many Winters Ago . . . Native American Children’s Book Illustrators,” through June 30; “Interpreting Traditional Genres,” through Aug. 31; “Michael Veit: Unity Park,” through Sept. 14; “Devotional Displays: Personal & Community Traditions,” through Jan. 9, 2009, 11 a. m. to 5 p. m., Castellani Art Museum, Niagara University, Route 104, Lewiston. Free. Continues 11 a. m. to 5 p. m. through Saturday; and 1 to 5 p. m. Sunday.
STORY HOUR: Preschool story hour, 9:30 to 10:30 a. m. and 11 a. m. to noon, Youngstown Library, 240 Lockport St.
Wednesday
JAZZ WEDNESDAY: A free concert with Babik, presented by Lewiston Council on the Arts, 7 to 9 p. m., Hennepin Park Gazebo, Fourth and Center streets.
JUNIOR VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION: 10 a. m. to 2:30 p. m., Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center auditorium, 621 10th St. Participants must be at least 14 years old and have completed eighth grade. For information, call 278-4440.
MEETINGS: Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; 10 a. m., Horizon Health Services, 36 East Ave., upper suite, Lockport; Primary Purpose Group, 10:30 a. m., 822 Cleveland Ave., Niagara Falls; Intoxicated on Life, 3:30 p. m., Alcoholism Council of Niagara County, 41 Main St., Lockport; LaSalle Group, 7 p. m., Salvation Army, 7018 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls; Independence Group, 8 p. m., First Step Center, Allen Avenue, Niagara Falls; United We Stand, 8 p. m., 412 39th St., Niagara Falls; and Friendly, 8 p. m., Dale Association Senior Center, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
MEETING: Niagara Exchange Club, 6:30 p. m., yellow and blue cafeteria, Niagara Falls High School, 4455 Porter Road.
RUN IN THE MIST: Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club’s first Run in the Mist, a 5K Run or 1.5-mile walk, registration, 5:30 p. m.; run, 7:15, Goat Island, Niagara Falls. Registration, $25. Tent party, which follows the event, includes food, drinks, music, prizes, split raffle and more. Tent party guest, $5. Go online to register at www.active.com , or pick up an advance packet at Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club, 725 17th St. Call 282-7181 for more information. PUBLIC SPEAKER: Historian Monica Rzepka of the Polish Genealogical Society of Western New York will speak at a meeting of the Niagara County Genealogical Society, 7
p. m., 215 Niagara St., Lockport. She will discuss the history and contribution of Polish ancestors to Niagara County.
STORY HOUR: Preschool story hour, 9:30 to 10:30 a. m. and 11 a. m. to noon, Ransomville Library, 3733 Ransomville Road.
ART WORKSHOPS: Opportunities Unlimited of Niagara Foundation is hosting an art workshop for the general public, with instructor Brea Roberts teaching making copper- enamel jewelry, 10 a. m. to noon, the Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport. A small fee may be charged. Call 297-6400, Ext. 235, to register.
FREE DANCE CLASS: Dance instructor Joan Harris teaches participants popular line dances, including the electric slide, the Jersey strut, Louisiana strut, steppin’, My Way and the Jackie Gleason, 5 to 7 p. m., Doris Jones Family Resource Building, 3001 Ninth St., Niagara Falls. Call 285-5374 to register.
MUSEUM HOURS: Lewiston Museum, 1 to 4 p. m., 469 Plain St. Admission is by goodwill donation. Continues through Sunday.
AL-ANON: Help with dealing with someone else’s alcohol abuse, 10:30
a. m., Ray of Hope Al-Anon: St. Leo Catholic Church, front door, 2748 Military Road, Town of Niagara; 8 and 9:30 p. m., First United Methodist Church, 65 Main St., North Tonawanda.
WEIGHT LOSS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly, support group dedicated to weight loss and maintenance, 5:45 to 6:45 p. m., Sutherland Lodge, 1400 Ruie Road, North Tonawanda.
CRAFTS: 12:30 p. m. Wheatfield Senior Citizens Center, 2790 Church Road. Ceramics and woodworking offered at 9 a. m.
SUPPORT GROUP: Onward, healing and compassion for people who are divorced or separated, 7 p. m., St. John the Baptist School, 160 Chestnut St., Lockport. Sponsored by Eastern Niagara County Catholic parishes. Free and open to all.
BUSINESS EXCHANGE: Niagara Area Business Exchange is a group of business professionals who meet to exchange business leads, 8 a. m. every Wednesday, Holiday Inn, 515 S. Transit Road, Lockport. For information, call 433-1984.
FREE LEGAL ADVICE: Legal Advocacy Service, sponsored by Mental Health Association in Niagara County, offers free legal advice to qualified clients, 9 a. m. to 4 p. m., 36 Pine St., Lockport. For information and appointments, call Betty 433-3780.
FREE CLINIC: Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinic, noon to 3:30 p. m., Trott Access Center, 1001 11th St., Niagara Falls. Confidential and anonymous. No appointment needed. Continues each Wednesday.
SUPPORT GROUP: Lockport New Beginnings, for people recovering from alcohol or drug dependency, 6
p. m., Dale Association, 33 Ontario St., Lockport.
Thursday
SALE: June Closeout, the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Gift Shop’s huge early summer clearance sale featuring discounts up to 50 percent, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m., lower lobby by the waterfall, 621 10th St. Continues Friday.
MEETINGS: Profnet: Business to Business in Western New York will share business referrals at its breakfast meetings, 7:30 to 8:45 a. m. every Thursday, Jetport Restaurant, 7100 Porter Road, Town of Niagara. More information about the organization is on its Web site, www.profnet.org . MEETINGS: Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Acceptance Group, 10 a. m., Horizon Outpatient, 1750 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls; Big Book Step Group, 6:30 p. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Beginners Group, 7
p. m., United Methodist Church, 8306 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls; Whirlpool 12 & 12 Group, 8 p. m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Second Street and Rainbow Boulevard, Niagara Falls; 7 Clan Group, 8 p. m., Suzy Lane and Upper Mountain Road, Lewiston; and Sober Winners, 9:30 a. m., VFW Post 2535, 112 Caledonia St., Lockport.
ADAPTED SWIM PROGRAM: The Niagara Falls Family YMCA is offering an adapted swim program for those facing developmental or physical challenges, 6 to 7 p. m., 1317 Portage Road. Fee, $2 per participant, with caregivers free. Call 285-8491 for more information.
OPEN ENROLLMENT: Area residents may now enroll in Medicaid, Child Health Plus and Family Health Plus, 9 a. m. to 3 p. m., Mizer Center, 501 10th St., Niagara Falls. Enrollees should bring identification showing their date of birth, a current utility bill or other address verification and wage information. For more information, call 285-1563.
WEIGHT LOSS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a support group dedicated to weight loss and maintenance, 7 to 8 p. m., Middleport Scout House, Rochester Road, Route 31, Middleport.
MEETING: Rotary Club of Niagara County Central breakfast meeting, 7:15 a. m. every Thursday, Olympia Restaurant, 3312 Niagara Falls Blvd., Wheatfield. Prospective members are welcome.
A. M. LOCKPORT TOASTMASTERS: 7 to 8:30 a. m., Friendly’s Restaurant, 2 W. Main St., Lockport. Guests and visitors welcome.
AL-ANON: Help with dealing with someone else’s alcohol problem; 7
p. m., Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 4671 Townline Road, Ransomville.
SUPPORT GROUP: North Tonawanda depression support group meets at 6 p. m. every Thursday, first-floor conference room, DeGraff Memorial Hospital, 445 Tremont St., North Tonawanda. Also on Mondays.
Friday
FREE CONCERT: See Lou Gramm, former lead singer of Foreigner, perform during the first edition of the Molson Canal Concert Series 2008, with guests Uncle Plum and 53 Days, 5:30 p. m., Ulrich City Center Courtyard, Main Street, Lockport.
PERFORMANCES: Niagara University Theater presents “Goldilocks the True Tails,” by Terri Filips, 11 a. m. and 2 p. m., Artpark At-the-Church in Lewiston, 415 Plain St. Tickets, $7. Continues 11 a. m. and 2 p. m. Saturday and 2 p. m. Sunday. Call 286-8685 for more information.
PERFORMANCE: The Bar-Room Buzzards playing New Orleans jazz, 7 to 9 p. m., Faulkner Park, Youngstown. Free.
PERFORMANCE: Deep B-Lo, as part of the Friday at the Falls Concert Series, 7:30 to 9:30 p. m., First and Old Falls streets, Niagara Falls.
MEETINGS: Alcoholics Anonymous Lockview, 6:30 a. m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 98 East Ave., Lockport; Big Book Step Group, 7:30
a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Youngstown Group, 10 a. m., St. Bernard Catholic Church, 218 Hinman St.; Early Rising and Obliging, 10 a. m., 83rd Street and Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls; Sisters and Brothers in Sobriety, 6:30 p. m., First Baptist Church, Fourth and Main streets, Niagara Falls; First Step Group, 8 p. m., Hooker Auditorium, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, 621 10th St.; and Speaker Meeting, 8 p. m., Grace Episcopal Church, Genesee at Cottage streets, Lockport.
SALE: June Closeout, the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center Gift Shop’s huge early summer clearance sale, featuring discounts up to 50 percent, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m., lower lobby by the waterfall, 621 10th St.
PERFORMANCE: The Lockport Federation of Musicians Concert Band, 7:30 to 9 p. m., Lockport Town Hall, Dysinger Road.
CARDS AND CRAFTS: 9 a. m., Wheatfield Senior Citizens Center, 2790 Church Road.
SENIOR CITIZENS CLASS: Computer classes for senior citizens, an entry-level computer course where senior citizens can learn about the Internet, sign up for an e-mail address and learn many of the Microsoft computer programs, 9:30 to 11
a. m., Niagara Falls Housing Authority’s ATTAIN Lab, Doris W. Jones Family Resource Building, 3001 Ninth St. Call 285-5374 to schedule a time.
Saturday
GARDENFEST: Third Annual GardenFest, with a theme basket auction, ongoing workshops and demonstrations, wine tasting and wine tour, open garden tours, singing groups and more, 10 a. m. to 5 p. m., beginning at Hennepin Park and continuing along Center Street, Lewiston. Continues Sunday.
PERFORMANCE: The Lockport Federation of Musicians Concert Band, 2 to 4 p. m., the site of the former fountain on Main Street, Lockport.
BREAST-FEEDING CLASS: Learn about the benefits of breast feeding from a certified lactation consultant, 10 a. m. to noon, Mary C. Dyster Women’s Pavilion, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, 621 10th St. Call 278-4433 to register.
MEETINGS: Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; Lockport Ladies, 10 a. m., Plymouth Congregational Church, 98 East Ave., Lockport; Boulevard Helping Hands, 10
a. m., 2800 Church Road, Wheatfield; Lower River Group, 1 p. m., St. John’s Episcopal Church, 110 Chestnut St., Youngstown; Ladies Nite, 6 p. m., First United Methodist Church, 8210 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls; New International Group, 6:30 p. m., Our Lady of Lebanon, 1120 Niagara, Niagara Falls; and Sobriety on Saturday Night, 7 p. m., 344 Walnut St., Lockport.
WEIGHT LOSS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 9:20 to 10:20 a. m., Lockport Senior Center, 33 Ontario St. Call 433-1518 for more information.
MUSEUM HOURS: 2 to 4 p. m., Ransomville Historical Museum, Old Post Office on Ransomville Library grounds, 3733 Ransomville Road, or for special tours by calling 791-4494.
SUPPORT GROUP: Recovery Inc., 2 to 4 p. m., Unitarian Universalist Church, 639 Main St., Niagara Falls. Use the side door.
Next Sunday
PERFORMANCE: The Jerry D’Amico Group, as part of the Sunday on the Steps at the NACC Concert Series, 6 to 8 p. m., on the steps of the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls. Free. In case of rain, the concert will take place in the Grand Theatre of the building.
SUPPORT GROUP: Recovery Inc., 2 to 4 p. m., First United Methodist Church, 8210 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. Use the side door.
MUSEUM HOURS: 2 to 4 p. m., Das Haus, museum of the Historical Society of North German Settlements in Western New York, 2549 Niagara Road, Bergholz.
PERFORMANCE: The Bubble Man will appear, 1 p. m., Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda.
FOOD TASTING: Taste some traditional Vietnamese foods provided by the Folk Arts Program of the Castellani Art Museum and members of the Tu Hieu Buddhist Temple and Cultural Center, 2 to 4 p. m., at the museum, Niagara University, Lewiston. Free.
