FRSA FLASH 09 August 2012 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

School District Holiday/Vacation Dates

Augustinian Thanksgiving 21 – 23 November 12

Beaver River

Belleville Henderson Christmas 24 Dec 12 - 1 Jan 13

Carthage

Copenhagen Winter 18 – 22 February 13

Faith Fellowship

General Brown Spring 1 – 5 April 13

Gouverneur

Harrisville

Immaculate Heart

Indian River

LaFargeville

Lowville

Lyme

Sackets Harbor

South Lewis

Thousand Islands

Watertown

School District Holiday/Vacation Dates

Alexandria Thanksgiving 21 – 23 November 12

Christmas 24 Dec 12 - 1 Jan 13

Winter 18 – 22 February 13

Spring Undetermined

The first day of school for

the 2012-2013 school year is

4 September 2012 for:

Beaver River, General

Brown, LaFargeville, and

Sackets Harbor.

The first day of school for

the 2012-2013 school year is

5 September for:

Augustinian, Belleville

Henderson, Carthage,

Copenhagen, Faith

Fellowship, Immaculate

Heart, Indian River, Lowville,

Lyme, South Jefferson,

South Lewis, and Thousand

Islands.

The first day of school for

the 2012-2013 school year is

6 September for Alexandria,

Gouverneur, and Harrisville.

Watertown district will start 5

September except for the

grades 10-12 and they will

start on 6 September.

PWOC- Protestant Women of the Chapel: All women, military and/or spouses, and their children are invited to be a part of PWOC. At our FALL KICK-OFF on Sept. 4th we will have a Bouncy House for children, information about PWOC, options concerning the upcoming classes, tours of the new facilities and watchcare available. The Fall Kick Off is a POT LUCK, so please bring a dish to share as we get to know each other. Bible Study Classes will start September 11th and both will run 9:30 - 11:30 at the Religious Education Buildings, located at 427 A 4th Street W on Old Post. Watchcare is provided for children ages 5 and under who are not yet primary school age. POC Judy West at fortdrumpwoc@yahoo.com or 315-777-4774.

CONCERT SERIES NOW THROUGH THE END OF SUMMER

Watertown (Every Wednesday Night 5-9pm)

Event Description Every Wednesday night the Downtown Business Association will again be hosting "Concert on

the Square" July 5th-September 5th. Bring your lawn chair and listen to the sounds of local musicians.

Sackets Harbor (Every Sunday 3-5pm) Concert on the Battlefield State Historic Site

Bands are as listed below:

Jul 29th

Babik

Aug 5th

The Opera Real String Band

Aug 12th

Prime Time Funk

Aug 19th

The 10th

Mountain Division Band

Aug 26th

Quickstep with John Kirk and Trish Miller

Sep 2nd

The Mario De Santis Orchestra

Lowville (Every Wednesday 7pm)

Village Band will perform their 2012 concert series at Veteran’s Park every Wednesday starting at 7pm. They are

also scheduled to perform a 7 PM program at the Library in Constableville on Friday August 10. Phone: 376-

8971

Carthage (Every Wednesday 7pm) Sounds of Summer Concert Series

Join us every Wednesday from 7:00-9:00pm at the Farmers' Market Pavilion.

Alexandria Bay (Every Wednesday 7pm)

Scenic View Park Fuller Street, Wednesday evenings at 7 pm enjoy aFREE concert for the public. Each week will

be a different genre. Stop in and enjoy the music on the waterfront.

Email: info@alexbay.org Phone: 315-482-9531Links: http://www.visitalexbay.org

Cape Vincent

Village Green is on Broadway Street. On Saturdays. Free entertainment varies from the Big Band sound to Rock

and Roll to Blues. The concerts are from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on the Village Green on Broadway and James

Street. The concerts are held outside so bring a blanket or chair. Rain location is in the Fire Hall on Broadway

Street. Email: thecape@tds.net Phone: LIZ WILLIAMS-KELLY - 315-654-2413 or

SHELLEY HIGGINS - 315-654-2481 Links: http://www.capevincent.org

August 11

Watertown Thompson Park Zoo Bobcats, Bears and Brews - (21+ only)

Taste test good food and different brews with a special evening view of the animals.

August 10-19

Alexandria Bay

PIRATES WEEKEND: BLOCK DANCES: Friday, 8/10…..Bad Husband’s Club….8pm to 10pm (by Village

docks) Friday, 8/17…..Tuff Luck……8pm to 10pm (between Skiffs & Downtown @ 11 James)INVASIONS:

Saturday, 8/11 & Saturday, 8/18….2pm (by Casino Island & Scenic View Park)CHILDREN’S BOATS &

TREASURE CHESTS: Saturday, 8/11 & 8/18….10am at the Scenic View Park. Children create boats or treasure

chests out of shoe boxes. CHILDREN’S PARADE: Saturday, 8/11 & 8/18….11:30am line up and then lead by

Pirate Bill Johnston himself through the Village of Alex Bay at 11:45am. Line up is at the Scenic View Park and

ends at the same location. DRESS UP AND BE ONE OF BILL JOHNSTON’S BAND OF PIRATES!

BURIED TREASURE: Sunday, 8/12….Scenic View Park Beach at 12pm…..open to ages 4 – 8 years

August 10-12

Turin

MOE DOWN 2012 ~ MUSIC FESTIVAL The 3 day event has become known for its laid back vibe and great music, as well as its intimate and scenic setting.

With only 2 stages, bands never overlap and patrons never miss a beat! As in the past, the price of admission

includes camping. MOE DOWN has a history of bringing a diverse collection of artists to the festival over its 12

year history. For tickets, contact Snow Ridge at (315) 348-8456

August 14

Watertown

JOURNEY Concert in Watertown Disabled Persons Action Organization (DPAO) is pleased to announce that the "American Rock Band ~

JOURNEY" is coming to the Watertown Fairgrounds, for an outdoor concert on Tuesday, August 14th at 7 p.m. The

opening act will be Loverboy. To purchase tickets please visit DPAO.ORG or call DPAO at 782-0044.

August 17-19

Boonville

NYS Woodsmen Field Days The Woodsmen's Field days are being held in Boonville at the Oneida County Fairgrounds, Rt 294, Booville, NY.

Forestry Exhibits, Parade, Fireworks, Greased Pole Climb, Beards Contest, Loader Contest, Lumberjack Contests,

and Demonstrations throughout the weekend!

August 18

Lowville

Harvest of the Arts & Kite Festival The 11th Annual Lewis County Harvest of the Arts and Kite Festival is on Saturday from 9am-5pm. As always,

delicious food will be available, and a wide variety of fun activities for your family to enjoy. Admission is FREE!

For more information, feel free to call 376-2640. Kite Festival: Don't miss this incredible family event! Join us and

our special guests from the New York Kite Enthusiast (NYKE) club for a fun filled event celebrating friendship,

community, and an appreciation for the environment through the joy of kite flying. Admission and all activities are

free, open to anyone who enjoys flying or watching kites.

September 7-9

Constableville

Flywheels and Pulleys 37th Annual Old Time Gas and Steam Engine Show on their beautiful grounds on Route 26

in Constableville, NY. Great show, always tons of antique power displays, with a large flea market and crafts.

Contact John or Olga Miller at [315] 465-4206

The New York State Fair

August 23 to

September 3, 2012

http://www.nysfair.org/

IMAX MOST IMAX Theater in Syracuse:

www.most.org

Zoos NYS Zoo at Thompson Park—

Watertown:

www.nyszoo.org

Rosamond Gifford Zoo—

Syracuse:

www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org

Toronto Zoo—

Toronto, Canada:

www.torontozoo.com

Fantasy Weekend August 11-12 The village of Warwick pays tribute to the myths and legends of Merry Olde England. Sprites, fairies, witches and Robin Goodfellow himself will be seen in a whimsical masquerade of folklore characters. We invite you to join the fun in our our Favorite Fantasy Costume Contest! Grand Finale Weekend August 18-19 The last chance for a whole year to experience a memorable repast, enjoying our unique and varied culinary delights. Select fine hand-crafted wares from our diverse and gifted artisans. Join in our lively Pub Sing, raising a tankard of your favorite ale to bid farewell to yet another glorious season at the Sterling Renaissance Festival. The Gran Finale - the one you must not miss!

CHECK OUT

THE

DRIVEIN

MOVIES

www.baydrivein.com Adults (12 & over) $6

Active duty military with ID $5

Children 7-11 $2 and under 6 free

www.blackriverdrivein.com Adults (12 & over) $7

Children 7-11 $2 and under 6 free

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.