Events

The Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site 2019 Spring “Humanities NY Reading and Discussion Series” entitled “Serving” continues a multi-year program series funded through Humanities NY grants. This spring’s series will again be held at the community’s Hay Memorial Library, 2^nd fl. meeting room (ADA accessible). The four-week series, starting on Wednesday May 1, continues each Wednesday through May 22, from 6:30pm to 8pm. Participants engage in discussions following selected readings from the text “The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity.” The selections, drawn from literature, philosophy, and religion, invite reflection on why we choose to serve or be served. Authors range from Aristotle to Kafka, Langston Hughes to Jane Addams, Andrew Carnegie to Pablo Neruda. Team leaders Josh and John will assign weekly readings. Josh Canale teaches history at Jefferson Community College and John Deans is the college’s former president and history instructor. Participants do not need to attend all sessions. Once registered, a copy of the anthology may be borrowed at the Hay Memorial Library during library hours.

"Memory Lane" Classic Car, Truck, Motorcycle Show. Food-Prizes-Music, 50-50 Raffle. All proceeds benefit Carthage American Legion Scholarship Fund. Weather Permitting.

Horne’s Ferry opens for the 2019 season. The auto/passenger ferry to Wolfe Island runs daily and begins at 8:15 am and run approximately every hour. For more information call George Horne at 315-783-0638 or check out the new website at www.hferry.com.

The Clayton Community Band is the Resident Ensemble of the Clayton Opera House. Under the direction of Mr. Richard Badour, they will perform five concerts this season. Tickets are $6.00 and can be purchased  at  www.claytonoperahouse.com  

"Spring Art Show"  Opens May 18, 2019 and ends June 8, 2019 Open on Friday's Saturday's and Sunday's for May and June Hours are from 1 pm - 4 pm

Travel back through time and experience life in a British Military Garrison in the year of Canada’s Confederation, 1867. Founded by Ronald L Way, renowned for being the innovator behind “living history”, the Fort Henry Guard Drums or Drill Squad train on the parade square and fire the cannons using the drill as outlined in British Army drill manuals of the day. Aspects of mid-19th century domestic life are interpreted through soldiers’ wives who live in the garrison and include Victorian Schoolroom, Rifle Firing Demonstrations, Music of the Regiment. Admission fee includes a 45-minute guided tour of the Fort.

The Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site 2019 Spring “Humanities NY Reading and Discussion Series” entitled “Serving” continues a multi-year program series funded through Humanities NY grants. This spring’s series will again be held at the community’s Hay Memorial Library, 2^nd fl. meeting room (ADA accessible). The four-week series, starting on Wednesday May 1, continues each Wednesday through May 22, from 6:30pm to 8pm. Participants engage in discussions following selected readings from the text “The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity.” The selections, drawn from literature, philosophy, and religion, invite reflection on why we choose to serve or be served. Authors range from Aristotle to Kafka, Langston Hughes to Jane Addams, Andrew Carnegie to Pablo Neruda. Team leaders Josh and John will assign weekly readings. Josh Canale teaches history at Jefferson Community College and John Deans is the college’s former president and history instructor. Participants do not need to attend all sessions. Once registered, a copy of the anthology may be borrowed at the Hay Memorial Library during library hours.

Thousand Islands Winery will once again be joining with FROGGY 97 to bring you a special Private Listener Showcase at the Winery. What a great way to kick off the Summer!  Listen to Froggy 97 or stop by the the Winery Tasting Room to get your FREE ticket to this fun evening of music and wine. Lookin' forward to seein' y'all there!

Join Indian River Lakes Conservancy's Director, Wylie Huffman, for a hike along the Redwood Hill Preserve's trails. Be one of the first to see the new overlook deck, and remember and observe the meaning of the holiday. See all our 2019 events at https://indianriverlakes.org/events/2019-events/

Stop by Alexandria Bay for 2 days of live entertainment, a display from Fort Drum and maybe even a chicken wing contest and fireworks! Upper James Street will have live music from 3pm to 10pm Saturday and Sunday May 25 & 26. Monday at 11am join us for the annual Memorial Day Parade put on by the American Legion.

The 2019 Grape Blossom Festival is back! What a great way to kick off your summer!! The annual festival includes an artisan and craft market, live music, food, and weather permitting, hayrides. Live music starts at 2 PM with classic rock band Hot Kogan. At 5 PM, The Bad Husbands Club will take over performing all of your favorite classic rock hits. Food provided by Johnny D's. Admission to the Grape Blossom Festival is FREE and all ages are welcome. NO PETS ALLOWED. SERVICE ANIMALS SPECIFICALLY TRAINED TO AID A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY ARE WELCOME.

May 25- The annual Spring Fishing Derby sponsored by the Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday May 25th.  $5000 in cash prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place largest fish Walleye or Northern Pike. Registration is at the Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce office on North James Street, Roxy Hotel on Broadway, Cape Vincent Brewing Co., Ray’s Pub and Grub, Thousand Islands Bait Store NYS Rt. 12, Alexandria Bay, B & J Bait Shop in Dexter, Snug Harbor and Martin’s Marina in Mud Bay and Chaumont Hardware. Weigh in will be at the Roxy Hotel from 12 noon until 4:30 pm.  Prizes will be awarded at 5 pm. Must be present to win.   The registration fee is $20.00. There is a FREE kids perch division for children 15 and under. Winner of the perch division will receive a lifetime NYS fishing license.(Must be a resident of NYS)  Call the chamber of commerce for more information at 315-654-248, visit www.capevincent.org  or e-mail [email protected] .  Sponsored by Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce, Rush Outdoors, Hotel Roxy and Cape Vincent Liquor Store.                                                

Join Spider on the Nature Center dock as he shares his knowledge and love of fishing. He will hold a fishing class from 11am-1pm followed by a fly fishing class from 1:30-2:30pm.  Spider brings a limited number of fishing poles, hooks, bobbers, and worms. If possible, please bring your own tackle to allow for more participation in the program.

This annual studio tour is self-guided. Maps are available by calling 315-777-3385.

Stop by Alexandria Bay for 2 days of live entertainment, a display from Fort Drum and maybe even a chicken wing contest and fireworks! Upper James Street will have live music from 3pm to 10pm Saturday and Sunday May 25 & 26. Monday at 11am join us for the annual Memorial Day Parade put on by the American Legion.

Blessing of the Fleet originated in the Greek Islands and has since been a community effort to bless the fleet of seagoing vessels and their crew for safe passage and prosperity.  Since 1977, Alexandria Bay has gathered boaters for the Blessing.  Join us this year for a great tradition aboard Uncle Sam Boat Tours and Scenic View Park Pavilion, in Alexandria Bay. The Liberty will depart Uncle Sam Boat Tours at 2pm and vessels will begin to line up at 2:15pm by Bonnie Castle Resort and parade down in front of Casino Island.

The Cape Winery, 2066 Deer Lick Rd. Cape Vincent will be hosting a Pizza Party from 11 am – 3 pm. Gourmet pizzas cooked on a grill and paired with wine, beer or cider. Visit www.thecapewinery.com or call 315-654-3218

Cape Vincent John C. Londraville American Legion Family members will meet at Post 832 at 6:30 a.m. to coordinate cemetery services. At 9 a.m., there will be the services at the cemeteries and village monument in Chaumont. Members will return to Post 832, Cape Vincent by 10:45 a.m. to parade from the Post to the monument on Esselstyne St. for public memorial services. Call 315-654-2101 for further details.

The annual Memorial Day observance in Sackets Harbor includes wreath laying's, a parade, and a day's observance speech. The 8:15am wreath laying at the Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site sets the tone of the solemn observance of Memorial Day that continues to several cemeteries and War of 1812 Burial Ground in and near the community.

Join us at the Trailside Learning Center to discuss planting native species-- why and how we can do so! Megan Pistolese and Sue Gwise will lead a discussion about natives and invasives, pollinators, and seed saving, and then Richard Kulibert of Nannyberry nurseries will go over specific plants and even have some available to buy. Don't miss this chance to connect with other local gardeners just as the summer season approaches! See all our 2019 events at https://indianriverlakes.org/events/2019-events/ Sign up at http://weblink.donorperfect.com/NativePlants

Bette Davis Ain't For Sissies is a 90 minute one woman show about the 1930's icon on the night she walked out from the 1939 Academy Awards! Its and up close and personal conversation with the two-time Oscar winning actress.

"Experience Clayton" Check out all there is to offer in Clayton-part of the 1000 Islands Region--only 25 minutes away! Craft beverages, eateries, merchants, entertainment Tasting and option to purchase $15 Admission

The 42nd Annual General Brown Weekend Festival will be held Friday, May 31st to June 2nd, 2019 Friday - Sunday: Village Wide Yard Sales Friday-Sunday: Crafts, Food, Vendors & Rides Saturday, 7 pm: Parade Saturday, Dusk: Fireworks Sunday 1pm: Soap Box Derby (Registration at 12pm) To preregister contact: Bob Gould: 315-286-1557 or Cathie MacNeil: [email protected] For more information, check out their event page on Facebook by clicking the button below