Niagara County events
July 27 to Aug. 3
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
FREE PERFORMANCE: The Pic- A-Polka Orchestra, plays Polish music as part of International Sundays, 2 to 4 p. m., Hennepin Park Gazebo, Fourth and Center streets, Lewiston.
FREE CONCERT: Lakeside Blues Band, as part of the Sunday on the Steps at the NACC Concert Series, 6 to 8 p. m., steps of the Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls.
SUPPORT GROUP: Recovery Inc., 2 to 4 p. m., First United Methodist Church, 8210 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. Use the side door.
BALLOONS OVER NIAGARA: Niagara County Community College and the Town of Cambria are hosting the event, which includes hot-air balloons, food vendors, a community fair, ropes course, cultural events and more, 6 a. m. to midnight, on the grounds of the college, 3111 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn.
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.
FAMILY WEEKEND: Families can participate in making nature prints, animal rubbings, geology-focused mobiles and create robots from recyclable materials, noon to 4 p. m., Artpark’s outdoor amphitheater, Lewiston. Free. Continues Sunday.
AUDITIONS: Coop’s Spotlight Productions will hold auditions for fall and spring productions including “Bye Bye Birdie,” “Big Tush Little Tush” and a musical review, 1 to 5
p. m., Niagara Arts & Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls. There are roles for adults and children. Bring a resume and head shot if you have one. Prepare a brief vocal selection, and an accompanist will be provided. Call 310-0008 or 228-8326 for more information.
CLASS REUNION: The Niagara- Wheatfield Class of 1966 is sponsoring a family picnic, with all classes and teachers welcome, noon, Beaver Island State Park, Grand Island. Call Barb Haseley at 773-0956 for more information or go online to www.bhaseley@thetravelteam.com for more information. MUSEUM HOURS: 2 to 4 p. m., Sanborn Historical Society Museum, 2822 Niagara St.
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; LaSalle 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
FREE CONCERT: Blue Mondays, with Jony Jones Blues Band, 7 to 9
p. m., Hennepin Park Gazebo, Fourth and Center streets, Lewiston. Free.
ENROLLMENT: For watercolor classes taught by Jennifer Kursten and held on Mondays and Wednesdays beginning Sept. 8, 1 to 3:30 p. m. or 6:30 to 9 p. m., Market Street Art Center, 247 Market St., Lockport. Download a registration form at www.marketstreetartcenter.org or www.jkurstenartist.com/Classes/classes.htm l. Deadline to register is Aug. 31.
CHOOSING WINNER: Town of Niagara Supervisor Steven C. Richards will select a child age 5 to 10 in a special drawing to parade with Santa Claus in the town’s Electric Lights Parade, held Nov. 8 along Military Road. The drawing, at 7:30 p. m., is in Veterans Memorial Park, off Lockport Road. You may pick up an entry form at Town Hall, 7105 Lockport Road, or download one at www.townofniagara.com . HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAM:“ Choking: Eliminate the Hazards,” by Director of Education Charlotte Senulis of Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, 2 p. m., Faulkner Park, Youngstown. Call 298-2145 to register.
BOOKBUG CLUB: For children in kindergarten to grade three, 1:30
p. m., Earl W. Brydges Public Library, 1425 Main St., Niagara Falls. Call 286-4902 to register.
ARTIE SHAW TRIBUTE: Western New York’s own “King of the Clarinet” Salvatore Andolina will give two performances, 2 and 8 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. Tickets, $24.50 to $29.50.
WALKING TOUR: Flight of Five Walking Tour, taking place every day during July and August, 10 a. m., departing from the Erie Canal Discovery Center, 24 Church St., Lockport.
TRAVELING STORYTELLER: An hour of buggy stories, activities and crafts for children in grades one to three, 10:30 a. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive. No registration is required.
MUSEUM HOUR: “Selections From the Charles Rand Penney Collection of Historical Niagara Falls
Prints,” 10 a. m. to 4 p. m., Castellani Art Museum at the Falls, 101 Old Falls St., Conference Center Niagara Falls. Continues through Thursday.
BAND REHEARSAL: The Bergholz German Band, 8 p. m., Bergholz Fire Hall, Niagara Road. Prospective members are welcome.
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; and 1 to 3 p. m. today and 1 to 5 p. m. Thursday in the HSBC Community Room, Heart Center of Niagara, 571 10th St. 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 7 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.
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.
CAR CRUISE: Lockport Monday Night Optimist Car Cruise, with vendors selling hamburgers, hot dogs, beef on weck, french fries, ice cream, pizza, fried dough, clams and more, 6 to 9 p. m., Ida Fritz Park, West Avenue and Hawley Street. Tonight, Firefighters Night.
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 a 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: Gov’t Mule, as part of First Niagara Tuesday in the Park at Artpark, 6:30 p. m., Lewiston.
ART IN THE PARK: See Live Action Painting with Stephen Reynolds, 2 to 4 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. Free.
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.
GALLERY HOURS: School of the Arts Gallery, where the owner also invites artists, poets, crafters and designers to present their works, 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. through Saturday, 402 Center St., Lewiston.
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.
ART DISPLAYS: “Currents: Movements in Western Art Since 1830,” “Homage to Picasso,” “Interpreting Traditional Genres,” “Michael Veit: Unity Park,” “Devotional Displays: Personal & Community Traditions,” 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.
CHORUS REHEARSAL: The Lockport Chorale, 7 p. m., George Southard Elementary School, Locust Street Extension, Lockport.
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.
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.
SUPPORT GROUP: Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p. m., St. Leo Catholic Church, Military Road, Niagara Falls.
Wednesday
FREE CONCERT: Sam Roberts Band, as part of Wednesdays on the Gorge, 6:30 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. Free.
FREE CONCERT: Buffalo Buzzards, playing Dixieland and jazz, 7
p. m., Lockport Public Library, 23 East Ave.
HISTORY PROGRAM: Children’s Summer Bicentennial History Program, with Karen Sherwood taking children ages 7 to 12 on a journey through the history of Niagara County’s agricultural abundance, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m., Niagara County Historical Society, 215 Niagara St., Lockport. Cost, $15. Bring a bag drink and a lunch. Call 434-7433 for reservations.
CARTOONING WORKSHOP: Manga drawing workshop, where you’ll learn to draw bugs with cartoonist Tom Fox, 1 to 2:30 p. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive. Bring a snack to enjoy. For anyone in grades 4 and up. No registration is necessary.
FREE CONCERT: Paul James Jazz Band, 7 to 9 p. m., the Gazebo, Main Street (Route 78), Newfane.
ARTPARK: Guerrilla Art, with Marsha Mis, 2 to 4 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. Free.
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.
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.
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 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
PERFORMANCE:“ Hello, Dolly!” by Starry Night Theatre, 8 p. m., Ghostlight Theatre, 170 Schenck St., North Tonawanda. General admission, $15; senior citizens and students, $13. Call 743-1614 to reserve tickets. Continues Friday and Saturday.
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 . ART IN THE PARK: Have an opportunity to witness and interact with professional artists as they ply their crafts for two hours, with Casey Thomas and “Ceramics,” 2 to 4 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. Continues on Thursdays through Aug. 21.
PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR: For children ages 3 to 5, with stories, songs, activities and a craft, 10 a. m., Earl W. Brydges Public Library, 1425 Main St., Niagara Falls. Call 286-4902 to register.
FREE CONCERT: John Fonzi, as part of Easy Listening Thursdays, 7
p. m., Fisherman’s Park, River Road, North Tonawanda.
DANCE PARTY: Summer Dance Dance Revolution Party for anyone in grades four and up, 12:30 to 2:30 p. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive. No registration is required.
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.
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: Robert Randolph, as part of the Molson Canal Concert Series, 5:30 p. m., Ulrich City Center Courtyard, Walnut Street between Locust and Pine streets, Lockport.
FREE CONCERT: The Image, as part of the Friday at the Falls Concert Series, 7:30 to 9:30 p. m., Third and Old Falls streets, Niagara Falls.
PERFORMANCE:“ 42nd Street,” by the Niagara Fine Arts Program, 7:30 p. m., Performing Arts Center, Niagara Falls High School, 4455 Porter Road. Cost, $13 to $15. Call 579-5121 for tickets. Continues Saturday.
ART IN THE PARK: Watch Mikael Nicklas’ Tattoo Inspired Paintings, 2 to 4 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. 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; 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.
FLY AWAY: A program for preschoolers ages 3 to 5, 10:30 to 11:15
a. m., North Tonawanda Public Library, 505 Meadow Drive. Teens will read to the children after the program today. Call 693-4132, Ext. 5, for more information.
DEADLINE IS TODAY: To register for the Niagara County Bicentennial “Townball” Tournament held 9 a. m. Aug. 16 at Krull Park, Olcott. Since there are 12 towns in Niagara County, there are openings for 12 teams. Period costumes are welcome, and only wooden bats can be used. There will be a $200 cash prize for the winning team, and commemorative prizes will be given to the winning team and the runner-up. All participants will receive a bicentennial commemorative. A fee of $25 is required but will be refunded at the team’s last scheduled game. Go online to download an entry form at www.Niagara2008.com . Drop off entry forms at the Niagara County clerk’s office, 175 Hawley St., Lockport, between 9 a. m. and 5 p. m. CARDS AND CRAFTS: 9 a. m., Wheatfield Senior Citizens Center, 2790 Church Road.
PERFORMANCE: Lockport Federation of Musicians Concert Band, 7:30 to 9 p. m., Lockport Town Hall, Dysinger Road. PERFORMANCE: Bob Volkman Band, 7 to 9 p. m., Faulkner Park, Main Street, Youngstown.
FUN SHOW: “Buggy for Books,” where Mike Randall will give a show that includes magic, puppets and audience participation, 3 p. m., Earl W. Brydges Public Library, 1425 Main St., Niagara Falls. Free.
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
TEACHER APPRECIATION BREAKFAST: Members of the Newfane Class of 1968 are sponsoring a breakfast to celebrate and thank their teachers and staff at Newfane Central Schools, 8 to 10 a. m., Olcott Fire Hall, 1691 Lockport-Olcott Road, Olcott. Cost, $10. All Newfane alumni, past and present school staff, family and friends are invited. Register by Aug. 1 by calling 518-573-8759 or by e-mail at rdg28@albany.edu . Walk-ins are welcome as long as the food holds out. FAMILY WEEKEND: Exploring the nuances of “Art & Science,” with hands-on activities for families to explore, noon to 4 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. Free. Continues Sunday.
MEETINGS: Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book Step Group, 7:30 a. m., St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 723 Seventh St., Niagara Falls; 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.
CHESSNUTS: Kids and their families are welcome to learn to play chess or come to compete at a meeting of the ChessNUTS, 1 p. m., Lewiston Public Library, 305 S. Eighth St. Call 754-4720 to join or visit www.LewistonPublicLibrary.org 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.
GRANT SEMINAR: To introduce grant writers to the 2009 Arts Niagara Decentralization grant cycle and teach them how to apply for grants, noon, Niagara Arts and Cultural Center, 1201 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls. Call 694-4400, Ext. 302, to register.
WINE DAY: Niagara University’s Office of Continuing Education and the Niagara Wine Trail are hosting Wine Day, where you’ll meet on the campus and then depart afterward to experience the wine trail, 9 a. m. to noon, at the university, Route 104, Lewiston. Cost, $35. Call 286-8181 to register, or go online to www.niagara.edu/cce . CHOWDER & BAKE SALE: 10:45
a. m., St. Johnsburg Fire Hall, 7165 Ward Road, Wheatfield.
Next Sunday
PERFORMANCE: Svenska Spelmen will play Swedish music as part of International Sundays, 2 to 4 p. m., Hennepin Park Gazebo, Fourth and Center streets, Lewiston. Free.
FREE CONCERT: The Dave Schiavone Quartet, 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.
WATERMELON DAY: Celebrate Watermelon Day with a seed spitting contest, crafts, watermelon treats and more, 1 to 2 p. m., Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, 180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda. Adults, $5; children, $2.50.
SUPPORT GROUP: Recovery Inc., 2 to 4 p. m., First United Methodist Church, 8210 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. Use the side door.
FISHING DERBY: Western New York Independent Living’s third annual Bass Fishing Derby, where all proceeds will benefit Independent Living of Niagara County, 7 a. m. and includes dinner, with 6 a. m. registration at the boat launch area of Old Fort Niagara State Park, Youngstown. Full day, $100 per person; full day, with your own boat, $75; barbecue only, $30. Call 836-0822, Ext. 108, for more information.
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.
FAMILY WEEKEND: Exploring the nuances of “Art & Science,” with hands-on activities for families to explore, noon to 4 p. m., Artpark, Lewiston. Free.
