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Bickford watercolor class in Potsdam Nov. 11

Friday, November 06, 2009, 4:53pm
POTSDAM -- Wilson Bickford will teach how to paint a water color scene entitled "Winter Meadow" at Creative Spirit Community Art Center, Wednesday, Nov. 11. Class time is 6 to 9 p.m. "Cost... More Info >

Canton Central presents 'Man Who Came To Dinner' Nov. 13, 14

CANTON -- Canton Central School’s fall drama production of Kaufman and Hart’s “The Man Who Came To Dinner” will be presented on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13 and 14 in the Hugh... More Info >

Clarkson fraternity & sorority to sponsor Miracle Network dinner Nov. 11

Friday, November 06, 2009, 3:01pm
POTSDAM -- Delta Zeta Sorority and Sigma Chi Fraternity of Clarkson University sponsor a fundraising dinner at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 on campus to benefit the Children's Miracle Network. The... More Info >

Classical belly dance taught Nov. 11 in Potsdam

Friday, November 06, 2009, 5:01pm
POTSDAM – Classical cabaret-style belly dancing classes, taught by teacher and performer Juanita Babcock, start Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 6 p.m. in the Potsdam Presbyterian Church Community Room,... More Info >

Comic opera 'Albert Herring' in Potsdam Nov. 13, 14

POTSDAM -- To celebrate National Opera Week, SUNY Potsdam’s Crane Opera Ensemble and Orchestra present the comic opera “Albert Herring” on Friday, Nov. 13 and Saturday, Nov. 14 at... More Info >

'Draw Me In' exhibit opens Nov. 13 in Potsdam

POTSDAM -- SUNY Potsdam’s advanced drawing students present an exhibit entitled “Draw Me In” on Friday, Nov. 13 Creative Spirit Community Art Center, 8 Raymond St., with an opening... More Info >

Fall bazaar Nov. 14 at St. John's Church in Massena

Friday, November 06, 2009, 5:29pm
MASSENA -- St. John’s Church, 139 Main St, will hold their annual fall bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m."Known as “A Holiday Af(Fair)”, the festival will feature a... More Info >

Hospice Radiothon Nov. 10 various radio stations

Friday, November 06, 2009, 5:00pm
The Hospice Radiothon is Thursday, Nov. 10 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. "Radio stations participating are WPDM/WSNN 1470/99.3, WQTZ 92.7, WGIX 95.3, WSLB 1400, and WMSA 1340. "You can call with a pledge and... More Info >

Jamboree in Morley Nov. 15 to benefit fire victims

Friday, November 06, 2009, 5:30pm
MORLEY – A jamboree for Paul Rookey and Sara Webster, who lost all their belongings in a fire, will be held Sunday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m. at Morley Long Branch, 7235 CR 27. "A $5 donation at the... More Info >

Native dance held Nov. 12 at SLU

Friday, November 06, 2009, 5:04pm
CANTON - A Native American social dance will be held at St. Lawrence University on Thursday, Nov. 12 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Eben Holden Conference Center. "The Akwesasne Boys and Girls Club staff and... More Info >

'Stuff the Van' food drive Nov. 13 in Canton

CANTON -- SUNY Canton Habitat for Humanity is sponsoring a “Stuff the Van” food drive on Friday, Nov. 13 at the Canton P&C parking lot from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. "All food donations will... More Info >

Veteran's Day dinner in DeKalb Nov. 11

Friday, November 06, 2009, 11:48am
DEKALB JUNCTION -- A Veteran's Day dinner will be held Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the post on Rt. 11 from 4 to 7 p.m. "Dinner is $6 per person, Veterans eat free. The menu will include roast beef,... More Info >

Canton VFW and Garden Club have Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11

Friday, November 06, 2009, 9:02am
CANTON -- On Wednesday, Nov. 11, Edward C. Seymour VFW Post 1231 in conjunction with the Canton Garden Club will conduct a Veterans Day ceremony in front of the Municipal Building on Main St. at 11... More Info >

Crane Latin Ensemble and guest artist in concert Nov. 10

Friday, November 06, 2009, 9:00am
POTSDAM -- SUNY Potsdam’s Crane Latin Ensemble will feature “Salsa Dura en el Norte” with guest artist Rick Davies on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 7:30 p.m. in Hosmer Hall. The concert will... More Info >

Grasse River Players set auditions Dec. 5, 6, 7 for February comedy production

Friday, November 06, 2009, 8:57am
CANTON -- Grasse River Players have set auditions for their Canton Winterfest production of the comedy “Enchanted April” by Matthew Barber from the novel by Elizabeth Von Arnim."Auditions... More Info >

ONNY sets Young Artist Instrumental Competition for Jan. 23 at SUNY Potsdam

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 5:29pm
POTSDAM -- The Orchestra of Northern New York has set its fourth annual James and Katherine Andrews Young Artist Instrumental Competition for Saturday, Jan. 23 in The Crane School of Music’s... More Info >

Chicken and biscuits in Crary Mills Nov. 8

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 2:34pm
CRARY MILLS – There will be a chicken and biscuit dinner at the Crary Mills Tri-Town Community Center Nov. 8 from noon to 3 p.m. "The menu includes chicken and biscuits, mashed potatoes, gravy,... More Info >

'Knit-In' at Misty Hollow in Potsdam Nov. 7

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 5:20pm
POTSDAM – Misty Hollow, 22 Market St., has a knit-in set for Saturday, Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. "You can learn new stitches, and get help from Heather Nelson. "Info:... More Info >

All-you-can-eat breakfast at Hermon Fire Hall Nov. 8

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 12:01pm
HERMON -- The Hermon Fire Department has an all-you-can-eat breakfast Sunday, Nov. 8 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. $5.50 per person."All you can eat breakfasts are offered the second Sunday of each month... More Info >

Danish film 'Everlasting Moments' is next at Cinema 10 Nov. 9

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 2:36pm
POTSDAM – The next film in Cinema 10’s fall season is “Everlasting Moments” (“Maria Larssons eviga ögonblick”) on Monday, Nov. 9 at the Roxy Theater, Main... More Info >

Health Initiative has free health screenings Nov. 7 & 8 at Coakley's in Canton

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 11:59am
CANTON – St. Lawrence Health Initiative has a free health screening for cholesterol, blood pressure, percentage of body fat, and blood glucose (sugar) at Coakley’s, Outer West Main... More Info >

Massena K of C craft show Nov. 7

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 9:01am
MASSENA – The 33rd Annual K of C Craft Show is Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the K of C Hall, East Orvis St."The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary will host the event. Entry fee will... More Info >

Poet Mackey at SLU Nov. 10

CANTON - Poet Nathaniel Mackey will speak and read from recent works in an appearance at St. Lawrence University on Tuesday, Nov. 10 at 8 p.m. in the Common Room of Sykes Residence Hall. "The event,... More Info >

Remington Juried Art Exhibit opens Nov. 7

Thursday, November 05, 2009, 8:58am
OGDENSBURG -- The Frederic Remington Art Museum’s 2009 International Juried Art Exhibit, opening Nov. 7, has received a record number of images, 222, submitted by artists from within 100 miles... More Info >

Kids Only! Book Sale at Canton Free Library Nov. 7

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 9:00am
CANTON -- The Canton Free Library has its annual Kids Only! Book Sale on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. "Children are welcome to shop, either alone or with their grownup; adults can come... More Info >

Potsdam's annual Diversity Festival set for Nov. 7

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 2:42pm
POTSDAM – The 16th Annual World in Potsdam Diversity Festival will bring together members of the Potsdam community in celebration of the village’s unique and diverse cultural heritage... More Info >

Spaghetti dinner Nov. 7 at St. Raphael's in Heuvelton

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 2:44pm
HEUVELTON -- St. Raphael's Church in Heuvelton is sponsoring a spaghetti dinner and concert Saturday, Nov. 7, for the benefit of needy families at Thanksgiving and Christmas at the Heuvelton... More Info >

Knit-in at Misty Hollow Nov. 7

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 5:20pm
POTSDAM – Misty Hollow, 22 Market St., has a knit-in set for Saturday, Nov. 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. "Learns new stitches, get help from Heather Nelson. Info:... More Info >

Light Touch Acupuncture & Apothecary grand opening Nov. 10 in Massena


MASSENA -- On Tuesday, Nov. 10, Light Touch Acupuncture & Apothecary, 172 Main St., will hold its grand opening from 5 to 7 p.m. "There will be refreshments, raffles, and prizes."For more... More Info >

Music and comedy at Violi's in Massena Nov. 6

Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 11:34am
MASSENA – Violi’s Restaurant, 209 Center St., is hosting a night, food, music and comedy on Friday, Nov. 6, beginning at 6:30 p.m."Entertainment will feature Paul Ferguson of... More Info >

Ogdensburg's St. John's Church hosting harvest dinner Nov. 8

OGDENSBURG -- St. John's Episcopal Church will host a harvest dinner with turkey and trimmings, Sunday, Nov. 8, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Parish Hall, Knox St. "Takeouts and deliveries are available by... More Info >

Robert Moses nature center to host kids' jewelry making workshop Nov. 7

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 5:30pm
MASSENA -- The Nature Center at Robert Moses State Park will host a workshop with guest artist, Natalie Jandreau, entitled "Kids' Jewelry Making" on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 1 to 3... More Info >

TAUNY has guest artists for Studio Tour days Nov. 6 & 7
Wednesday, November 04, 2009, 8:58am
"TAUNY on the tour"CANTON -- TAUNY will participate in the St. Lawrence County Arts Council’s Open Studio Tours Friday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4... More Info >

Bickford oils class in Potsdam on Nov. 7
Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 3:14pm
POTSDAM -- Wilson Bickford is back at Creative Spirit Community Art Center, 8 Raymond St., to teach an oil painting workshop Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. "The project for the day is... More Info >

Heuvelton performance group to present "Murder Runs in the Family" Nov. 6 & 7

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 12:03pm
HEUVELTON -- Heuvelton Central School's performance group, Encore, will present "Murder Runs in the Family" on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6 and 7 at 8 p.m. in the school's Poulton... More Info >

NYPA continues free Friday movies in November

Tuesday, November 03, 2009, 9:05am
MASSENA—The New York Power Authority (NYPA) will continue its free “Friday Matinees” in November with showings at 1:30 p.m. of contemporary movies at the admission-free Hawkins... More Info >

Annual arts council tour Nov. 6-8 includes 29 artists' studios throughout county

Monday, November 02, 2009, 4:57pm
The St. Lawrence County Arts Council has lined up 29 artists in 25 locations around the county for the 22nd annual Artists’ Studio Tour, to be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 6, 7 and... More Info >

Edwards holiday luncheon, bazaar Nov. 6, 7

EDWARDS -- A holiday luncheon, bazaar and food sale to benefit the South Edwards United Methodist Church will take place Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6 and 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Edwards... More Info >

Family music and dance planned Nov. 7 in Hannawa Falls

Friday, October 30, 2009, 3:23pm
HANNAWA FALLS -- What a Racquette Music and Dance presents a family music and dance event on Saturday morning, Nov. 7 from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at Helping Hands of Potsdam, 5868 St. Hwy. 56. "Families... More Info >

Friends of Higley Flow State Park sponsoring trail workday Nov. 7

COLTON -- The Friends of Higley Flow State Park is sponsoring a trail workday to help prepare the trails for winter Saturday, Nov. 7, beginning at 9 a.m." Volunteers will need to sign in at the... More Info >

More than 80 to participate in fall piano festival Nov. 7 at SUNY Potsdam

POTSDAM -- The North Country Music Teachers Association presents its 15th annual Fall Piano Festival on Saturday, Nov. 7 at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music. "More that 80 music students... More Info >

Polar Plunge takes place Nov. 7 at NYPA's Hawkin's Point

Friday, October 30, 2009, 3:17pm
MASSENA -- The St. Lawrence Seaway Polar Plunge, a fundraiser for Special Olympics will take place Saturday, Nov. 7 at NYPA’s Hawkins Point Visitor's Center."Registration is at noon, and the... More Info >

'Shifting Politics of Race in the Age of Obama' talk at SLU Nov. 12

Monday, November 02, 2009, 11:34am
CANTON - "The Shifting Politics of Race in the Age of Obama" is the topic for a talk by Princeton University Prof. Melissa Harris-Lacewell at St. Lawrence University on Thursday, Nov. 12 at... More Info >

'Shifting Politics of Race in the Age of Obama' talk at SLU Nov. 12

Friday, October 30, 2009, 5:08pm
CANTON - "The Shifting Politics of Race in the Age of Obama" is the topic for a talk by Princeton University Prof. Melissa Harris-Lacewell at St. Lawrence University on Thursday, Nov. 12 at... More Info >

Zion's Fall Coffee House Series Nov. 6 with Scott Shipley

COLTON -- Zion Episcopal Church’s Fall into Fall Coffee House Series continues Friday, Nov. 6 with a return engagement by Scott Shipley beginning at 7 p.m. in the undercroft. "The church is on... More Info >

Archery safety course offered Nov. 6 & 7

Friday, October 30, 2009, 12:05pm
SOUTH COLTON -- Racquette Valley Fish and Game Club, Coldbrook Drive, has an archery safety course from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, and Saturday, Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. until the course is completed.... More Info >

Sweet Honey and the Rock back in Potsdam for Nov. 7 concert

Friday, October 30, 2009, 9:34am
POTSDAM -- The renowned a cappella ensemble Sweet Honey in the Rock will perform as part of the 2009-2010 Community Performance Series Guest Artist Series, “A Celebration of the Voice,”... More Info >

Ten Speed Taxi to hold CD release party in Potsdam on Nov. 6

Thursday, October 29, 2009, 5:17pm
POTSDAM -- A celebration of the release of Ten Speed Taxi's latest CD, Spinning, will be held upstairs at La Casbah, 6 Elm St., Friday, Nov. 6 from 9 to 11:30 p.m. Admission is $3." Ten Speed Taxi is... More Info >

Gouverneur Methodist's harvest bazaar set for Nov. 5-6

Thursday, October 29, 2009, 2:41pm
GOUVERNEUR -- The United Methodist Women of the First United Methodist Church, 34 Grove St., will be hosting their annual fall Harvest Bazaar on Thursday, Nov. 5 and Friday, Nov. 6."It begins... More Info >

Ogdensburg Public Library holding book sale Nov. 5 to 8


OGDENSBURG -- Friends of the Ogdensburg Public Library will hold their Fall Book Sale Thursday through Sunday, Nov. 5 to 8 in the library auditorium."The hours vary each day as follows: Thursday, 6... More Info >

TAUNY taking orders for balsam holiday wreaths

Monday, October 26, 2009, 9:13am
CANTON – TAUNY, 53 Main St., is taking orders for balsam wreaths for the holidays created by Jane Desotelle of Underwood Herbs in Chateaugay. "Proceeds will support the artist and TAUNY... More Info >

Can reserve tables now for Hopkinton Holly Berry Sale Nov. 21

Thursday, October 22, 2009, 2:44pm
HOPKINTON -- Reservations are being taken for the Hopkinton Historical Group's Holly Berry sale to be held 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21 at Hopkinton town Hall. "Cost per table is $10. "Call... More Info >

County Historical Assn.'s annual meeting in Hammond Nov. 7

Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 2:33pm
HAMMOND – The St. Lawrence County Historical Association will hold its annual membership meeting from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. Members, prospective members, and others interested... More Info >

Tickets for St. Lawrence NYSARC's annual raffle, with $10K top prize, on sale now

Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 11:44am
Tickets for St. Lawrence NYSARC’s 29th annual fund raiser drawing are on sale now. Tickets cost $10 each or three for $25 and are limited to 6,000 tickets. "The top prize is $10,000 cash. Other... More Info >

County historical association taking orders for hand-blown glass holiday ornaments

Monday, October 12, 2009, 5:01pm
CANTON -- The St. Lawrence County Historical Association is taking orders for its 2009 hand-blown glass holiday ornament. "Glass artisan Steve Cressey has created the limited-edition, numbered... More Info >

DeKalb AmVets resume Friday fish fries

Wednesday, October 07, 2009, 5:33pm
DEKALB JUNCTION -- AMVETS Post 11 has resumed their weekly Friday fish fries, at the post on Rt. 11, from 4 to 7 p.m. "They will serve fish, macaroni and cheese or French fries, dessert and beverage... More Info >

Group in Lisbon for mothers, children meeting at Wesleyan Church

Monday, October 05, 2009, 10:14am
LISBON -- MOPS & More, a place where mothers of preschoolers and school aged children can experience community, mothering support, personal growth and spiritual hope, will meet the first... More Info >

Autumn Craft, Food and Wine Show at Clarkson Nov. 6 & 7

Thursday, October 01, 2009, 5:12pm
POTSDAM – Organizers at the St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce say that a record number of vendors will be at the Autumn Craft, Food and Wine Show at Clarkson’s Cheel Arena Friday,... More Info >

Health, well-being classes at Canton's Yoga Loft through October

CANTON -- The Yoga Loft, 107½ Main St., offers a variety of classes and workshops which promote health and well-being. Contact the instructor listed to sign up for classes. For more information... More Info >

Music of '70s, Camelot, Ed Sullivan Show recreation on top for Ogdensburg Command Performances' 2009-10 season

Sunday, September 27, 2009, 5:23pm
OGDENSBURG – Ogdensburg Command Performances has announced the line-up for their 2009 – 2010 season. All shows are held at OFA’s George Hall Auditorium, 1100 State St. "Shows begin... More Info >

Manhattan Transfer to give CPS performances

Thursday, September 24, 2009, 10:32am
POTSDAM – The world-renowned Manhattan Transfer will perform as part of the 2009-2010 Community Performance Series Guest Artist Series, “A Celebration of the Voice,” on Saturday,... More Info >

ADK Laurentians have outings planned through early winter

Thursday, September 24, 2009, 11:26am
The Laurentian Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club has set its outing schedule for fall and early winter. The public is welcome at these events. Contact the leader listed for info and to... More Info >

Adoptable pets at St. Lawrence Centre mall in Massena starting Oct. 4 and every month

Thursday, September 24, 2009, 9:03am
MASSENA -- St. Lawrence Centre Mall hosts Bark Ave. and Meow Place Center beginning Sunday, Oct. 4 when people will be able to adopt pets." "The Massena Humane Society will be at the mall with... More Info >

First 'Science Cafe' of the season kicks off Sept. 23 in Potsdam

Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 3:06pm
POTSDAM -- Scientists and engineers take the stage starting Wednesday, Sept. 23 at Jack & Wezzie's Coffee House (formerly Fields Coffee House) for the first "Science Cafe" of the... More Info >

Live Metropolitan Opera shows to be broadcast again at Potsdam's Roxy Theater

Monday, September 14, 2009, 2:51pm
POTSDAM -- North Country opera fans and those who want to see an opera for the first time can view nine Metropolitan Opera presentations without the expense of a trip to New York City, as SUNY... More Info >

Thursday afternoon planetarium shows at SUNY Potsdam start Sept. 24

Wednesday, September 09, 2009, 11:18am
POTSDAM -- The public is invited to reach into the heavens to learn more about the stars and constellations with several Thursday afternoon planetarium shows presented by SUNY Potsdam Distinguished... More Info >

American Shakespeare Center's "Rough, Rude and Boisterous Tour" at SLU Oct. 26-Nov. 1

CANTON -- The American Shakespeare Center brings its "Rough, Rude and Boisterous Tour" to St. Lawrence University for performances of “Romeo and Juliet,” “All's Well That... More Info >

C-PH First Thursday Community Health Programs for fall start Sept. 3

Wednesday, September 02, 2009, 3:08pm
Canton-Potsdam Hospital's fall series of First Thursday Community Health Programs starts Sept. 3 at Partridge Knoll. The lectures are free to the public and begin at 7 p.m."The schedule:"•... More Info >

Massena's Hawkins Point Visitors Center begins new hours Sept. 1

Wednesday, August 26, 2009, 2:51pm
MASSENA -- The New York Power Authority’s (NYPA) Hawkins Point Visitors Center and Boat Launch will implement new hours of operation starting September 1."The visitors center, will be open from... More Info >

St. Lawrence University's musical ensembles seeking members

Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 3:49pm
CANTON -- Membership in several of St. Lawrence University's music ensembles is open to the community."The University Chorus is Canton's community chorus. This fall's concert features the music of... More Info >

SLU music ensembles, open to all, starting up for school year

Friday, August 21, 2009, 8:49am
CANTON -- Membership in several of St. Lawrence University's music ensembles is open to the community."The University Chorus is Canton's community chorus. This fall's concert features the music of... More Info >

Remington Museum seeks entries for November juried art show

Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 4:23pm
OGDENSBURG -- The Frederic Remington Art Museum is accepting entries in its fifth biannual International Juried Art Exhibit, opening Nov. 7. "All artists 18 years and older living within a 100-mile... More Info >

2009 Craft, Food and Wine Show Nov. 6 and 7 at Clarkson's Cheel Arena

Thursday, August 13, 2009, 9:07am
POTSDAM – The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce and Clarkson University are joining up for the 2009 Craft, Food and Wine Show Nov. 6 and 7 at Clarkson’s Cheel Arena. "With the... More Info >

Traveling exhibit from Remington Museum returns, on display

Thursday, June 25, 2009, 11:40am
OGDENSBURG -- The Frederic Remington Art Museum has opened a new exhibit, "Frederic Remington Makes Tracks: Adventures and Artistic Impressions" at their gallery at 303 Washington St."The... More Info >








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