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It’s Friday, Chautauqua County! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Shea’s centennial with John Legend, gold and silver’s comeback, and the Simon & Garfunkel Story + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
Today’s sponsor (FinanceBuzz) built a free comparison tool that helped me cut my car insurance premiums in half. It took about 3 minutes, and honestly… I wish I’d done it sooner. If you haven’t shopped around in a while, you can easily check the best rates here.
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📰 In the news
Push to revive local generation: On February 24, Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor urged Governor Hochul to repower Dunkirk’s former NRG plant, citing reliability and loss of nearly $10 million in tax revenue — see what’s at stake.
From galleries to grand stages: From the Chautauqua Institution’s world-class programs to Shea’s centennial in Buffalo, New York’s creative heartlands await. The historic theater will host John Legend and more in 2026 — read the full story.
Coverage maintained during transition: Since a December crash sidelined Falconer’s ambulance, crews have leaned on mutual aid, and village leaders named replacement a top priority, with a Michigan purchased unit expected later this month — learn how services are covered.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Someone Googled you this week: Whether you’re dating again, selling something locally, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up. Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you (or someone you care about) to clean up all that up – learn more here.
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🫶 We got your back
Plant-powered comfort eats: When you crave indulgent plant fare, Labyrinth Press Co.delivers… burritos, bowls, tofu ramen, and clever small plates from a kitchen that loves vegetables. Upstairs, Brazil Lounge keeps the sips interesting while you catch up with friends.
Treasure-hunting time: The Barn 3521 is a cozy Fredonia stop for vintage furniture, one-off decor, and curious treasures that pull a room together. If a corner still feels unfinished, a quick browse could spark the fix… and hand you the conversation piece you didn’t know you needed.
Wake-up-and-go brows: AC Ink brings microblading, powder brows, and lip blushing that actually lasts to Falconer. Amanda Caldwell’s precise cosmetic tattooing keeps you looking polished on grocery-run days and beyond, with soft, natural definition that saves time and still feels like you, no mirror pep talk required.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🌍 First Friday: Jambo, Tanzania! @ Audubon Community Nature Center | Friday (3/6) at 11:00 AM – First Friday is going full safari as Scott Stoleson shares photos and tales from Tanzania’s savannahs, lions, zebras, hornbills, plus a peek into a Maasai village. It’s a passport-free trip led by a real-deal ornithologist, and yes, you can pack a lunch and linger after.
🌿 Make Your Own Beaded Houseplant @ Myers Memorial Library | Saturday (3/7) at 10:30 AM – Finally, a houseplant you can’t kill. Head to Myers Memorial Library to bead your own leafy friend, perfect for anyone who’s drowned a succulent, dodged a watering can, or just wants a low-maintenance pop of green. Ages 10+, materials are limited, so register.
🧶 Beginner Crochet Class @ Chautauqua Mall | Saturday (3/7) at 10:30 AM – At the Chautauqua Mall’s old food court, we’re trading pretzels for soft yarn. Learn to crochet a dishcloth with Knotty Notions, and your 20 bucks covers materials, instruction, and bragging rights. Spots are limited, so sign up for a hobby that cleans up after itself.
🐾 Reading with Animals @ Lakewood Memorial Library | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Bring the kids or grandkids to story time with a furry co-host, courtesy of Chautauqua County Humane Society. Maybe a puppy, a kitty, or a bunny, plus a sweet read, a take-home craft, and just enough chaos to justify coffee after.
🥩 Meat Raffle and Black Widow Duo @ Post 1286 American Legion | Saturday (3/7) at 4:00 PM – The Lakewood Legion is hosting a double header, a Sons of the Legion meat raffle followed by the Black Widow Duo. Come for the steaks, stay for the tunes, and if you are not a member, they will sign you in. Bragging rights included.
🎸 The Simon & Garfunkel Story @ Reg Lenna Center For The Arts | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 PM – If you still hum The Sound of Silence while folding laundry, skip the couch and catch this concert-style theater show. It traces Simon and Garfunkel from Tom & Jerry to the split, then the goosebump Central Park reunion, with tunes, nostalgia, and zero algorithm.
🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster @ Tractor Supply Company | Sunday (3/8) at 11:30 AM – Only in Lakewood do you snag a lobster roll between bags of chicken feed. Cousins Maine Lobster is parking at Tractor Supply, serving the good stuff with butter, lemon, and zero pretense. Hit the truck or the app, then flex that parking lot picnic prowess.
Live music & entertainment:
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Chautauqua County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 59°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 5%
Patchy fog before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 59. Northeast wind around 3 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers after 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. South wind 2 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 64°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 95%
A chance of rain showers before 7am, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 64. Southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 36. West wind 6 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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