Julian’s Restaurant and McDuff’s Tavern on Market Street, Potsdam, will be holding two special events for the benefit of the Potsdam Holiday Fund on Thursday, Dec. 2. From left: Co-owner Jody Wenzel and Potsdam Holiday Fund board members Brenda Thornton, Marge Barnes, Tom Peet and Pam Yurgartis make preparations for this third annual fundraiser, which has raised thousands of dollars over the years to help make the holidays a little bit happier for area families in need.