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Celebrations

Watertown

Armed Forces Day appreciation luncheon:In celebration of Fort Drum's Centennial, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Wednesday, May 14,Best Western Carriage House Inn, 300 Washington St. Special speaker: Brig. Gen. Michael T. Harrison Sr. of the 10th Mountain Division. Hosted by Greater Watertown-North Country Chamber of Commerce. Tickets: Pre-registered, $12; at the door, $14. Purchase tickets at chamber office, 1241 Coffeen St., or online at www.watertownny.com. Information: 788-4400.

Cleanups

Watertown

Spring drop off:Bulk drop-off program for Watertown city residents, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Saturday, May 31,Fairgrounds Arena. Furniture, appliances, windows, cabinets, fencing, small quantities of construction and demolition material such as siding, porch steps, scrap lumber, and automobile, boat, truck batteries and tire casings. Requirements: residency verification, unloading of vehicles, and fee structure, paid in cash or check, based on size of vehicle. No household, liquid, yard or refuse waste. No dump trucks. Information: Department of Public Works, 785-7770 or 785-7842.

Adopt a Plot Day:9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday, June 7,Arsenal Street Cemetery, next to Massey's Furniture Barn. Families and disabled persons welcome. Information: Kathy Plante-Hunt, 788-3306 or kplantehunt@hotmail.com.

Parades

Watertown

Armed Forces Day parade:10 a.m.Saturday, May 17,begins at Watertown High School parking lot, down Washington Street and ends on Stone Street. Operation Yellow Ribbon event. Information: 836-1531.

Jefferson County Dairy Parade:"Agriculture on Parade," 6:30 p.m.Friday, June 6,starts at Watertown High School and ends at Dulles State Office Building. Rain or shine. Marching units, bands, farm machinery, milk trucks, horses, royalty floats, agri-business floats. Those wishing to participate should leave a message at 773-5133, byFriday, May 30.

Pets

Malone

Dog walk, cat photo contest:Sponsored by North Country Animal Shelter. Registration, 12:30 p.m., walk, 1 to 3 p.m.Saturday, May 17,village park, Main Street. Proceeds benefit building renovation project. Information: 1 (518) 483-8079.

Jefferson County

Rabies vaccination clinics:For dogs, cats and ferrets, 6 to 8 p.m.Thursdays, May 15, June 19, Sept. 18 and Oct. 16,Jefferson County Highway Facility, outer West Main Street, Watertown;Tuesday, Aug. 5,Adams Village Barn;Thursday, Aug. 7,Cape Vincent Town Barn;Tuesday, Aug. 12,Deferiet Department of Public Works;Thursday, Aug. 14,Clayton Town Barn;Tuesday, Aug. 19,Philadelphia Town Barn, andThursday, Aug. 21,Watertown Department of Public Works. Dogs must be leashed. Cats must be contained. Donation: $10 per animal. Information: Jefferson County Public Health, 786-3720.

St. Lawrence County

Rabies vaccination clinics:For dogs, cats and ferrets. Information: Rabies Control Program, 80 Route 310, Suite 2, Canton, 386-2325. Donation: $5. All Canton clinics 2 to 4 p.m.; all others, 6 to 8 p.m. Canton:Thursdays, May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21, Sept. 18, and Oct. 16,Human Services Center; Massena,Thursday, June 12,village garage; Gouverneur:Thursday, July 10,town barn; Ogdensburg:Thursday, Aug. 14,Ford Street Fire Station; Fine:Thursday, Sept. 4,Fine town barn; Hermon:Thursday, Sept. 11,Hermon Town Barn; Winthrop:Thursday, Sept. 25,Winthrop Tri-Town Community Center; Madrid:Thursday, Oct. 9,Madrid Town Barn.

Reunions

Carthage

Carthage Central School Class of 1988:20-year reunion set forFriday, Aug. 1, and Saturday, Aug. 2.Information about several classmates needed. Send information to Melissa Powell, tek4pets13@yahoo.com or call her at 1 (585) 663-1311. Updates available at classmates.com or alumniclass.com/carthage.

Dexter

General Brown Central School Class of 1958:50th reunion to be celebrated in conjunction with classes of 1955 through 1961,Friday, July 25,Brownville American Legion, andSaturday, July 26,Dexter American Legion. Contact: Lois Herman, 788-6949.

Lisbon

Lisbon Central School classes of 1935-1965:Program and dinner,Saturday, Aug. 16,at Lisbon. Seeking responses of alumni that are attending or not attending. Cost: $25, refundable. For response sheet: Janice Henry Bouchard, 49 Chimney Island Drive, Ogdensburg, or 393-0647, or Mary Lou Robinson, 393-3402.

Norwood

Norwood-Norfolk Central School Class of 1998:10-year reunion,Friday, July 11, and Saturday, July 12.Information: http://norwood98.myevent.com.

Sackets Harbor

Hounsfield Central School Class of 1958:50th reunion. Alumni dinner,Friday, June 27,Sackets Harbor American Legion, Ambrose Street. Picnic,Saturday, June 28,Nu Pier Restaurant, Route 3. Information: Karen, 646-3609, Jeanne, 405-1530, or Diane, 686-4473.

Star Lake

Oswegatchie School Class of 8's:3:30 p.m.Saturday June 14,American Legion, Benson Mines. Dinner, 5:30 p.m. Cost: $12. Reservations byFriday, May 23,to Charlotte Dowling, 631 Oswegatchie Trail Road, Oswegatchie, N.Y. 13670 or 848-2036.

Watertown

Immaculate Heart Central High School Class of 1968:40th reunion set forFriday, June 27-Sunday, June 29.Events include a Friday night get-together at IHC, Saturday golf fun day and dinner and Sunday brunch and Mass at IHC. Information: Susan Sprague, reunion chairwoman, trefoil23@yahoo.com or 782-2550.

Watertown High School Class of 1968:40th reunion set forSaturday, Aug. 23,at Bonnie Castle Resort, Alexandria Bay. Information: whsclassof1968@gmail.com or Cindy Scofield Frederick, 773-3473.

Senior citizens

Adams

Free exercise groups:Light aerobics and relaxing meditation, 8:30 a.m.Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays,and chair yoga, 9 a.m.Tuesdays and Thursdays,a low-impact exercise that promotes flexibility and balance, Country View Apartments, 87 E. Church St.. Information: Sonya, 232-5055.

Adams, Rodman

"Geezercize'':An exercise program for the physically unfit, 11 a.m. to noonMondays and Wednesdays,Rodman Library community room, and 9 to 10 a.m.Mondays and Wednesdays,Adams village site. Call 583-6371 for site information. Cost: $2 per session.

Canton

Senior citizens fitness class:Sponsored by Canton Recreation Department, 10 a.m.Tuesdays,Riley Community Room, Canton Pavilion, Lincoln Street, and 10 a.m.Thursdays,Grasse River Apartments, Riverside Drive. Fee: $10. Information: recreation office, 386-3992.

Cape Vincent

Community potluck dinner:Hosted by Aubrey Court senior citizens complex, 5 p.m. the thirdThursdayof the month in its community room. Bring a small dish to share, table service and $1 donation for a beverage.

Fort Covington

Fort Covington Adult Center weekly activities:Bean bag competition, 9:30 a.m.Mondays.Craft classes, 9:45 a.m.Tuesdays.Quilting, 9:30 a.m. to noonWednesdays.Birthday dinner with entertainment, noon the secondThursdayof the month, and evening meal with entertainment, 5 p.m. the fourthThursdayof the month. Horseshoe competitionFridays.Bus to Malone for shopping, 12:30 p.m.Fridays.Public transportation available by calling the center, 1 (518) 358-4895, a day in advance.

Lowville

National Nursing Home Week: Monday, May 12-Friday, May 16,Lewis County General Hospital Residential Health Care Facility. Theme: "Love is Ageless." Information: Margaret Grant, 376-5496.

Monday, May 12:Kick off National Nursing Home Week.

Tuesday, May 13:50's "Cruisin'" Day.

Wednesday, May 14:Bridal Fair and Renewal of Wedding Vows.

Thursday, May 15:Intergenerational Day.

Friday, May 16:Casino Day.

Performance:Randy Simpson, 2 p.m.Saturday, May 17,Brookside Senior Living Community, 5701 Brookside Circle. Southern gospel music. Free. Information: 376-4333.

Potsdam

St. Lawrence County Senior Citizens:10 a.m. the secondThursdayof the month, American Legion Post 74, Route 345. Open to all seniors. Social hour from 9 to 10 a.m.; lunch at noon.

SOAR program:Stimulating Opportunities After Retirement. An institute for learning in retirement, affiliated with the Elderhostel Institute Network and sponsored by SUNY Potsdam. Courses vary from one to eight sessions. Fall and spring programs available. Annual membership: $60. Information: SOAR office, 267-2690, soar@potsdam.edu or www.potsdam.edu/soar.

St. Regis Falls

Senior citizens meal:5 p.m.Thursday, May 29,St. Regis Falls Adult Center. Roast turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, carrots, roll, pumpkin squares. Cost: $2; guests younger than 60, $4. Music by Old Timers Band, 6 to 9 p.m. Reservations for dinner required by 4 p.m.Wednesday, May 28,1 (581) 856-9861.

AARP driver safety program:1 to 5 p.m.Thursday, May 29, and Friday, May 30,St. Regis Falls Adult Center. Must attend both days to qualify for insurance discount. Information, registration: 1 (518) 856-9861.

Exercise class:11 a.m. to noonTuesdays and Thursdays,St. Regis Falls Adult Center. Information: 1 (518) 856-9861.

Clinton-Essex-Franklin bookmobile:10:20 to 10:50 a.m. the thirdWednesdayof the month, St. Regis Falls Adult Center.

Card games:Pinochle and canasta, 12:30 to 4 p.m.Wednesdays,and cribbage, 12:30 to 4 p.m.Thursdays,St. Regis Falls Adult Center. Players needed. Information: adult center, 1 (518) 856-9861.

Public bus transportation:Sponsored by St. Regis Falls Adult Center, three times daily to Malone and the surrounding area. Open to all those in need of transportation, not just senior citizens. Cost: 50 cents. To schedule a ride, call the center, 1 (518) 856-9861. Rides must be scheduled at least a day in advance.

Saranac Lake

Senior Health and Fitness Fair:Sponsored by Adirondack Wellness Network, noon to 6 p.m.Wednesday, May 28,Sparks Athletic Complex-Alumni Gymnasium, North Country Community College. Health information, free screenings, presentations, entertainment, raffles, prescription medication checks, balance checks, walks. Information: 1 (518) 523-8350.

Watertown

Workshops, blood pressure screenings for senior citizens:Sponsored by Jefferson County Office for the Aging and Public Health Service, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.Thursday, May 22,Jules Center, Jefferson Community College. Free. Reservations required byFriday, May 16.Information, reservations: 785-3191.

Singles

Great Bend

"Singles on the Move" ministry:7 p.m.Tuesdays,City of Refuge Christian Church. Information: Intouch Ministry, 493-6463 or 493-4329.

Watertown

Group activities:Sponsored by New Life Christian Singles. Meet at Hackett's Town Center, State Street. Information, reservations: 782-1267 or 782-4898.

"Trip Back in Time" — 11 a.m.Saturday, May 24.Visit 1812 historic Hulbert House, Boonville, for dinner. Gas: $5.

Socials

Watertown

Mother and daughter banquet:6:30 p.m.Tuesday, May 13,Monsignor Sechi Hall, St. Anthony's Church. Menu: antipasto, chicken parmesan, angel hair pasta with sauce, Italian green and yellow beans, Italian bread, rolls, butter and strawberry shortcake. Cost: $10. Information and reservations: Connie, 782-4706.

Holidays

Memorial Day

Canton

Memorial Day parade:10 a.m.Monday, May 26,line up at 9:30 a.m. at Army Reserve Center, West Main Street. Ride to parade for veterans available, 386-8953. Refreshments at end of parade at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, Gouverneur Street.

Hermon

Parade:Set forMonday, May 26.Line-up, 10 a.m., Hermon Post Office; parade, 10:30 a.m., followed by a service at the cemetery and luncheon at the fire hall, sponsored by the Methodist Church. Information: Carol, 347-2487.

Theresa

33rd anniversary festivities:Hosted by Theresa Memorial Day Committee,Sunday, May 25,at Theresa. Chicken barbecue, $6; memorial service, 1 p.m., village monument; parade, 3 p.m.; villagewide sale.

Religion

Adams, Watertown

"Jesus' Story is Our Story":Presented by Immaculate Heart Central School Mystery Players, 7 p.m.Saturday, May 17,South Jefferson Central School, proceeds benefit Relay for Life team; and 7 p.m.Sunday, May 18,IHC High School, proceeds benefit Darfur Project. Freewill offering.

Black River

St. John's Episcopal Church:Daily devotions at 6 a.m.Wednesdaysand non-denominational Taize service of music and prayer, 7 p.m. the fourthThursdayof the month at the church. Information about the Taize service: Doug Marlow, 782-4969.

Boonville

Second Thursday service:Holy Eucharist, 9:45 a.m. the secondThursdayof the month, Sunset Nursing Home, with the Rev. Linda M. Logan officiating. Information: Headwaters Episcopal Mission, 942-4726.

Third Sunday service:Evening prayer, 2 p.m. the thirdSundayof the month, solarium, Sunset Nursing Home. For residents and their family and friends. Information: Headwaters Episcopal Mission, 942-4726.

Brownville

Free public lectures:Offered by the Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research, 11 a.m.Sundaysand 7 p.m.Tuesdays and Thursdays,110 E. Main St. The institute also offers a free correspondence course. Information: IDMR, P.O. Box 1014, Binghamton, N.Y. 13902, or www.idmr.net.

Brownville, Watertown

Evening worship:Offered by the Shared Episcopal Ministry of Northern New York. Compline, 8:30 p.m.Mondays,St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Washington Street, Brownville, 788-8299. Healing Eucharist, 5:30 p.m.Thursdays,St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Sterling and Clay streets, Watertown, 788-3730.

Canton

Meditation:Led by North Country Zen Group, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.Wednesdays,Herring-Cole Hall, St. Lawrence University. Cushions provided. Information: Erin Basford: 229-5130.

Prayer service:3 p.m.dailyat Sea of Galilee Retreat, Pollock Road, Morley. Pray for the sick, the dying and those fallen from grace. Information: 379-PRAY or evangel1@axs.net.

Clayton

Bible study:6 to 7 p.m.Wednesdays,Christ Church, John Street. Information: 686-3703.

Dexter

Our Lady of Grace and Hope Prayer Group:7 p.m.Mondays,St. Elizabeth Seton Church.

Evans Mills

Way Inn coffeehouse:7 to 9 p.m. selectedSaturdays,Pleasant Meadows Baptist Church.May 17:Musicians day, 1 to 5 p.m., featuring treats and crafts.May 31:The Misfits.June 7:The Helmsmen.June 28:Goff Family Singers.July 17:Reignsong Trio from Tennessee.Aug. 16:Ron Brewer from Georgia. Donations welcome. Information: www.thewayinncmc.org.

Fort Drum

Korean Rosary Prayer Group:Meets weekly beginning with noon MassMondays,Main Post Chapel. Information: Naomi, 786-1037, or Clara, 773-1384.

Gouverneur

Special services:"The Power of Prayer: Silent, Creative and Intercessory Prayer," 8 to 8:45 a.m.Tuesdays through Fridays,First United Methodist Church. Led by the Rev. Wilfred J. Baez. "Kingdom Cafe" casual fellowship, 7 to 8:30 p.m.Wednesdaysat the church.

Bible study and contemporary worship, Teen Power meetings:6 p.m.Fridays,Christian Life Fellowship Church, 52 Church St. Information: Rev. Robert F. LaVeck, 287-7656.

Great Bend

Special speaker:Evangelist Lizzie Felix Hamilton to speak 10 a.m.Sunday, May 11,City of Refuge Christian Church, Route 3.

20th anniversary homecoming celebration:Conducted by the City of Refuge Christian Church,Thursday, June 5-Sunday, June 8,at the church, 32500 Route 3. Services, 7 p.m.Thursday and Friday,banquet, 5 p.m.Saturdayand worship, 9:30 a.m.Sunday.Information, banquet reservations: 493-6463 or 775-9785.

Prayers for soldiers:Place names of loved ones serving in the military on crosses for the prayer board, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.dailyat Woolworth Memorial United Methodist Church. Information: the church, 493-1781.

Noonday prayer and Bible study:Noon to 12:30 p.m.Tuesdays and Thursdays,City of Refuge Christian Church. Noon prayer daily. Information: the church, 493-6463 or 493-4329.

Marriage enrichment, parenting classes:Bible-based classes, 7 p.m. the first and thirdFridaysof the month, City of Refuge Christian Church. Instructor: Rev. John W. Jordan, pastor. Free. Information: 493-6463 or 493-4329.

Spanish Bible study:7 p.m.Fridays,City of Refuge Christian Church. Information: the church, 493-6463 or 493-4329.

Lowville

Open Gate ministry:7 to 9 p.m.Friday, June 6,Lowville Baptist Church auditorium. Music by the Ingersoll Family Band. Freewill offering. Information: 376-2115.

Vesper service:6 p.m.Saturdays,First Presbyterian Church, 7707 N. State St. Meditative music, prayer and fellowship. Information: the church, 376-3631.

Massena

Kids Adventure Club:Occupations in Bible times, for children in kindergarten through fourth grade, 3:15 to 5 p.m.Tuesdays,First United Methodist Church, 189 Main St. Free. Transportation available. Registration: Glenda, 769-5438.

"At the Well" alternative worship service:Open to all ages and denominations, 7:30 p.m.Wednesdays,sponsored by Emmanuel Congregational United Church of Christ, and held at Adath Israel Temple, Church and West Orvis streets. Led by pastor Judy VanKennen. Information: church office, 769-8523.

Port Leyden

"Days of Praise" Evangelical Outreach:Volunteers and performers invited to participate at the big-top tent sponsored by Lyons Falls Bible Fellowship duringMemorial Day weekendat Port Leyden Firemen's Field Days. Praise teams, soloists, youth-group skits and other entertainment from all churches welcome. Information: Tracy Hand, 348-4089 or www.Lfbfc.com.

Sackets Harbor

Koinonia:Christian fellowship, music and God's word, 7 p.m.Sundays,Lake Ontario Playhouse.Information: Jim or Cindy Davis, 688-2694, or Arnie or Jeanine Ebdon, 583-5035.

Sandy Creek

Blessing of the bikes:9 a.m.Saturday, May 17,Sandy Creek United Methodist Church, 2031 Harwood Drive. Breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. with donations accepted. Motorcycles, ATVs and bicycles.

Watertown

Sounds of Liberty concert:7 p.m.Thursday, May 15,New Hope Baptist Church, 19980 Route 3. Free-will offering taken. Information: the church, 782-9908.

Special speaker:8:30 and 11 a.m. servicesSunday, May 18,Cornerstone Assembly of God, 231 S. Massey St. Speaker: The Rev. Larry Frank, executive assistant to the superintendent of the New York District of the Assemblies of God. Freewill offering. Information: 788-9052.

Choral evensong:4 p.m.Sunday, May 18,Trinity Episcopal Church, 227 Washington St. Rescheduled from April 13. Features the choirs of Trinity Church, directed by Kyle P. Ramey; Grace Episcopal Church, Utica, directed by Bruce Smith, and St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, Syracuse, directed by Jim Potts. Information: the church office, 788-6290.

Special speaker:8:30 and 11 a.m.Sunday, June 22,Cornerstone Assembly of God, 231 S. Massey St. Speaker: The Rev. Tom Stiles of New Yorkers For Constitutional Freedoms. Freewill offering. Information: 788-9052.

Catholic Faith RCIA inquiry session:7:30 p.m.Tuesdays,Holy Family Church rectory. Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults.

Men's and women's Bible study:7 p.m. first and thirdTuesdays,River of Life Fellowship, 24650 Hinds Road. Refreshments. Information: Barb Yates, 786-1955 or 654-3289.

Life recovery Bible study:7 p.m.Tuesdays,Faith Fellowship Church, 131 Moore Ave. Information: Scott or Karen Flipse, 786-8873.

Holy Eucharist:5:30 p.m.Wednesdays,chapel, Trinity Episcopal Church, 227 Sherman St. Information: the church office, 788-6290.

"Cinematic Explorations":Film screening and discussion, 6:30 p.m. the thirdWednesdayof the month, All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, 1330 Gotham St.Snacks and beverages provided. Free. Donations accepted. Information: the church, 788-2742.

Celebrate Recovery:A weekly biblical recovery program to help overcome struggles with anger, chemical dependency, abuse, eating disorders, pornography, depression, divorce, codependency, gambling, health issues and more, 6:30 p.m.Thursdays,Life Church of the Nazarene, 535 Thompson Blvd. Doors open, 6 p.m. For information or to arrange for child care: Deb, 783-4813.

Eucharistic Adoration:After noon Mass until 8 p.m.Thursdays,St. Patrick's Church.

Special services:5:30 p.m.Thursdays,St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 314 Clay St. Celebration of worship with Eucharist and Litany of Healing, music and worship in contemporary mode on the first and thirdThursdaysof the month. Evening prayer on the second and fifthThursdaysof month. Taize service on the fourthThursdayof month. Information: 788-3730 or stpaulny@westelcom.com.

Healing service:7 p.m. the secondFridayof the month, Family Worship Center, 520 Meade St. A healing, miracle and deliverance service.

CC Cafe coffeehouse:Hosted by the Christian Care Center, 7 to 9 p.m. thirdFridayof the month, Watertown Urban Mission, 247 Factory St.May 16:Don Briant, Clayton. Information: Roger or Peggy, 782-8353.

Teen Youth Group:6:30 to 9 p.m. the lastFridayof the month, Burrville Congregational Church. Information: Pastor Mark Bushfield, 767-5219.

Shabbat services:7:30 p.m.Fridays,Degel Israel Synagogue. Shabbat morning services when scheduled. Conservative egalitarian service led by Rabbi Teresa Snyder. Religious school on Sundays during the school year. Information: Neil Katzman, 788-0930.

Shabbos series with meals:Adirondack Jewish Center. For classes and questions: 782-2527 or 782-4844.

Free neighborhood breakfast program:8 to 9:30 a.m.Saturdaysthroughout the school year, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 314 Clay St. Children and parents welcome. Information: Alynn, 788-3730.

Guided tours:11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Saturdays,Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 20020 Ives Street Road, County Route 65. Information about doctrine, programs and activities. Family History Center open. Information: 788-4490, 534-8574 or 405-8191. Also visit www.mormon.org.

Christian Care Center:Sponsored by Urban Mission, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.weekdays,247 Factory St. Open to all ages. Refreshments, Bible studies, games, movies, crafts, picnics, field trips, mid-week worship service, monthly activities. Children younger than 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Information: 782-4493.

Special religious education programs:Offering Catholic, interfaith, sacramental preparation, shut-in and parish programs to adults, children of all ages, all faiths, disabilities, nationalities and races in Watertown and the surrounding area. Information, registration: Sister Mary Maurice Black, Watertown Catechetical Office, 1 Sterling Place, Watertown, N.Y. 13601 or 782-0030.

Free correspondence lessons and home Bible study:Offered by the Church of Christ, 1426 Washington St. Times and dates depend on interest in programs. Information: 788-4103.