FRSA FLASH 03 November 2011 Contents of this news letter are compiled from multiple military family news sources and local area event sources. Material presented does not represent the views or endorsement of the 2nd BSTB, 2nd BCT or the Army. This material is for personal

use by the readers. All readers are encouraged to do further research for all applicable restrictions and guidelines

Nov 5

Philadelphia

Department Store at Indian River Middle School Off US Route 11 from 9am to 4pm. Just in time for the holidays,

Inviting Local Businesses to create a one day DEPARTMENT STORE filled with local products or services

Housewares/Pottery/Glass/Furniture/Fixtures/Home Décor/Wall Art/Sculpture/Home

Improvement/Tools/Bath/Body/Sports/Outdoor Recreation/Fashion/Textiles/Shoes/Local and Specialty

Foods/Jewelry/Handbags/Accessories/ Special Event Services/Children & Toys/ Hospitality/Tourism

Vendors must register for the North Country Department Store by October 28th

. Contact the office by email at

russella@assembly.state.ny.usor by telephone at (315) 786-0284 or (315) 386-2037.

Nov 5

Watertown

Jefferson Community College

Coffeen Street

Jefferson Community College Women’s Organization is hosting the 25th annual craft fair from 9a.m. to 4p.m. in the

McVean Student Center, Building 4. In celebration of its 25th anniversary, patrons will have a chance to win a $500

gift certificate redeemable at the JCC bookstore, applicable toward JCC non-credit workshops and seminars or

college tuition. Additionally, twelve patrons will receive $10 gift certificates for use at the craft fair. More than 100

vendors will have a variety of handcrafted items for sale, including art, candles, ceramics, flora, food, jewelry, and

many different wood craft items. Admission is $2.00 per person. Proceeds benefit the Jefferson Community

College Women’s Organization, which awards up to ten $500 scholarships annually.

For more information, contact Melody Brenon of JCC at 315-786-2200.

Nov 5

Watertown

Create Your Holiday Ornament

Date: November 5, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

http://www.JeffersonCountyHistory.org

Event Description Children and adults are invited to "Create Your Holiday Ornament" at the Jefferson County

Historical Society under the guidance of talented artist Ursula Mickle. All materials will be provided, and the

design process shared by all. Ursula will work with Adults from 10am-Noon and with children(ages 5 to 12) from

1pm-3pm. Beginners and experience artisits are welcome. Children will decorate pre-molded tiles of snowmen,

trees and stars. A call ahead will reserve a place for either workshop, space is limited. Call JCHS for more

information at 782-3491. Registration fee is $15 which includes materials and also includes access to all JCHS

exhibits, the historic buildings and grounds.

November 14, 2011 – January 7, 2012

Onondaga Lake Park, Liverpool, NY

Lights on the Lake

http://lightsonthelake.com/

Special walking preview on 14 & 15 Nov from 5-9pm and visitors can choose to park at either the Wegmans

Landing (Griffin Visitor Center), Salt Museum or Willow Bay lots. This is a great opportunity to get some fresh air

and exercise. Walkers can cover as much of the two mile stretch as they desire and should dress for the weather.

Shuttle service is not provided. Holiday characters will be on the trail and refreshments will be available for sale.

Cars are not allowed on the trail for this special evening but will be admitted to the show beginning Thursday,

November 17. Please leave pets at home. Donations collected on Monday, November 14 will benefit the Friends of

Onondaga County Parks (Friends of Beaver Lake, Friends of the Zoo, Friends of Carpenter's Brook and the Friends

of Historic Onondaga Lake. Donations collected on Tuesday, November 15 will benefit the Rescue Mission.

16 Nov only Dogs are welcome at the Lights on the Lake for the special Dog Walk from 5-9pm donations

collected will benefit the Humane Association.

17 Nov to 8 Jan 2012 from 5 - 10pm • Open Nightly except New Year's Eve

Admission:

Monday-Thursday - $8.00 per car (including motorcycles) - show your Wegmans Shoppers Club Card

for $2 off on Mondays and Tuesdays. Visitors with a Driver's Village or Burdick Automotive license

plate frame will get $2 off on Wednesdays.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday - $12 per car (including motorcycles).

$75 per motorcoach

For more information, call (315) 453-6712 or email olp@ongov.net

7 Jan at 11pm sharp, run thru Wegmans Lights on the Lake

This 4 mile (approx.) run begins promptly at 11pm at the Griffin Visitor Center. Runners go to Willow Bay and

back. No walkers please, lights will be turned off at midnight.

Nov 27

Watertown

2011 Holiday Craft Fair Dulles State Office Building

$2 admission

Date: November 27, 2011 Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

http://www.watertownurbanmission.com/craftfair.htm

Event Description Start your Christmas and Holiday shopping off right with great deals from more than 50 local

vendors selling unique and meaningful gifts for every special someone in your life. Plus, your shopping experience

will also help make sure the Christmas season is a little bit brighter for your neighbor.

For more information, call the Watertown Urban Mission at 315-782-8440 and ask for Drew.

27 Nov

Watertown

Holiday Parade

Date: November 27, 2011 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Event Description Begins at Watertown High School and ends on Stone St. with reviewing stand in front of Dulles State Office

Building. Call Stan for more information at (315) 416-1087

2-4 Dec

Watertown

A North Country Festival of Trees

At the Dulles State Office Building Washington Street Watertown, Friday the 2nd with General Admission from

10am-4pm, Preview Gala at 6:30pm, Saturday the 3rd with General Admission 10am-4pm with the Sugarplum Ball

(a special Father-Daughter dance) at 6pm, Sunday the 4th

with General Admission General Admission from 11am-

2pm. To purchase tickets go to www.samaritanhealth.com

THE NEW GUTHRIE PATIENT PARKING PLAN Contents of this news letter are compiled from multiple military family news sources and local area event sources. Material presented does not

represent the views or endorsement of the 2nd BSTB, 2nd BCT or the Army. This material is for personal use by the readers. All readers are

encouraged to do further research for all applicable restrictions and guidelines.