Community Events-Week of October 13th - 19th

Sunday, October 13th

FORESTPORT-Foothills Artisans Fall Show Sunday October 13th, Forestport Town Offices, Rt. 28, Forestport
CONSTABLEVILLE-Sunday, October 13th, St. Mary's Catholic Church in Constableville will be hosting their Annual drive-thru Harvest Dinner beginning at 10:30am. The dinner cost $15 and consists of Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Squash, Dressing & Roll.
REMSEN- The Remsen Arts Center presents Monk Rowe's Roots of Rock and Roll live concert on Sunday, October 13th at 3pm at 9627 Main Street, Remsen, NY. Refreshments will be available at intermission. More event info at remsenartscenter.org or facebook.com/RemsenArtsCenter. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Remsen Arts Center. At the Door Cash Prices: $10 General Admission, $8 Members, $5 Students; Advance Sale and Door Credit Prices: $11 General Admission, $9 Members.From Carl Perkins to Chuck Berry; from "In the Mood" to "Great Balls of Fire," the Roots of Rock & Roll covers the early influences and hit-making artists who redefined popular music. Spanning the era from World War II to the early sixties, this group captures the pre Rock & Roll sounds of Swing, Rhythm & Blues, Country and Gospel; and the signature early Rock & Roll chart toppers. The band journeys through 25 years of American popular music, recreating the styles which mixed and emerged as Rock & Roll. Monk Rowe on saxophone and piano, John Hutson on guitar and vocals and Tom McGrath on drums are featured in the group, sure to "Shake, Rattle & Roll.” “Put on your Dancin’ Shoes!"
POLAND-Poland Vol Fire Co Basket Raffle & Chicken BBQ,Sunday October 13th. BBQ - Noon until sold-out. We accept credit/debit for the BBQ only. Raffle tickets sold - Noon to 3:45pm and Drawings start @ 4pm. You do not need to be present to win.

Monday, October 14th

GLENFIELD-The Glenfield United Methodist Women will be hosting a soup sale at the Glenfield 3G Fire Hall on Monday, October 14th (Columbus Day) from 11 AM to 2 PM. $5 gets you a bowl of soup, a roll, and a drink. There will be multiple different soups for you to choose from. Enjoy in-house or take it to-go. There will also be a bake sale- by donation. Please come enjoy a bowl of soup and help us raise funds to renovate our kids room and reinstate our Sunday School program!
BOONVILLE-The Town of Boonville will have a Board meeting on Monday, October 14th at 7pm in the Town Board Meeting Room.
LOWVILLE- Aquatics and Walk with Ease classes through Double-Play Community Center will be Monday, Wednesday, Friday through October 28th. Aquatic program is from 7-7:45am at Lowville Academy and Beaver River Central School. Walk with Ease is at Brookside Senior Living Community from 1-2 pm. Please call the Office for the Aging to register.

Tuesday, October 15th

LOWVILLE-RESERVE YOUR SPOT BY TODAY!!! Cornell Cooperative Extension Lewis County will hold a Celebration of Agriculture with Lewis County’s Farm Bureau and Soil and Water at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 7395 East Road in Lowville on Wednesday, October 23rd, starting at 5:30 pm with their annual business meeting covering elections and changes to the constitution. Immediately following the business meeting guest speaker Brian Steinmuller from NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets/Division of Land and Water Resources will speak on Climate Resilient Farming. Fall food samplings and beverages will be provided for this meeting. Lewis County Farm Bureau will be having their annual Pie Auction at the end to benefit the local food pantries. The cost is $10 per individual and $15 per couple. The public is welcome to attend and you’re encouraged to reserve your spot by Tuesday, October 15th by calling the Cooperative Extension office at 315-376-5270.
LOWVILLE-Tuesday, October 15th from 11am-12pm, Farm and Market Storytime at Lowville Free Library. Weekly storytime with a fun addition-Cornell Cooperative Extension Lewis County Farm and market Play area set up at the library with toys to explore food from farm to market to table. The play area will be open all morning and will pause around 11 am to read some stories and do an activity together.
LOWVILLE-Tuesday, October 15th at the Lowville Free Library from 3-7 pm, Farm and Market Discovery Zone for little sprouts. Drop in or plan to meet some friends for play time at Farm and Market, a play area from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Lewis County! The Discovery Zone will be open from 3-7 pm for self-led play. All welcome!
TURIN-The Village of Turin will hold their October village board meeting on Tuesday, October 15th at 6 PM at the Turin Municipal Building.
TURIN-South Lewis Central School has a regular board meeting on Tuesday, October 15th at 6:30 pm in the board room.
OLD FORGE-The final session of the 2024 season of Wild Infusions Herbal Study Group led by Jessica Maureen Hinsdill of Wild Soulstice, LLC will meet at the Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., on Tuesday October 15 at 6 pm. The group will discuss Hawthorn, it's uses and many potential health benefits. Historically, hawthorn has been used for heart disease as well as for digestive and kidney problems. It is now promoted for these uses as well as for anxiety, high or low blood pressure, and other conditions. The study group sessions focus on plants that many think of as weeds and are found throughout the Adirondacks. Hinsdill studied with the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine. She started Wild Soulstice, LLC to provide herbal education and Lyme Disease support to the community. The study group sessions are a great avenue to create a circle of support, a place to reawaken a culture of wellness and rekindle the confidence to "nourish ourselves, our families, and our community". The monthly sessions are free and open to the public. New attendees are always welcome. Please call 315 369-6008 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register.

BOONVILLE-Summer Story Hour with Mrs. Hannah every Tuesday at 10am at the Erwin Library in Boonville. Every Tuesday Mrs. Hannah will read a specially picked story, have a fun craft, and delicious snack! Children of all ages can come enjoy the fun! Cost: FREE
LOWVILLE-Join the Lowville Free Library for a weekly storytime, every Tuesday morning at 11 am with books, songs, movement, and crafts! We start each morning with 10-15 minutes of playtime, then read together, do some movement and interactive fun, and finish up with another activity like a craft or game.
BOONVILLE-Erwin Yarniacs Meet every Tuesday from 1-3pm at the Erwin Library in Boonville to work together on their knitting and crocheting projects. This group is for all levels, from beginner to advanced, and together will help you get the project done.
OLD FORGE-All are invited to “Walk and Talk” with friends and neighbors on a weekly basis, each Tuesday through Thanksgiving at 1:30 pm. The group will meet in the joint Old Forge Library and Niccolls Church parking lot at 220 Crosby Blvd. Niccolls Nurses conceived the idea as a way to provide both socialization and movement to those interested and the library wanted in on the action. The many benefits to be had by walking and talking include controlling blood pressure, lowering risk of chronic disease, maintaining healthy weight, fighting cancer, improving heart health, enhancing mental health, boosting mood, reducing stress, strengthening bones and being happier because you are socializing with fun people. Walk and Talk Tuesdays will take place through November 26. There will be a group leader on hand and distance and pace will be adjusted to be comfortable for each walker. The Old Forge Library will have pedometers available to anyone who would like to keep track of steps from mid-September through Thanksgiving.

Wednesday, October 16th

CROGHAN-Flu & Covid-19 vaccination clinics at the Croghan Fire Hall on Wednesday, October 16th from 3-5:30 pm. Available to everyone 6 months and older. Bring your insurance card with you. Sponsored by Lewis County Public Health.
OLD FORGE-The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., has a new season of free craft projects lined up for the ever-popular Wednesday night Craft Get-Togethers! Craft nights start at 5 pm. These sessions have a festive feel geared towards seasonal decor and holiday gifting. Craft nights are child-friendly and senior-friendly and are a fun social event for folks of every age in between. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies and instructions are provided. There is not instruction, with a goal of creating a cookie-cutter project, but there is encouragement to be as creative as we want. Oct. 16th, Painted Gourds: ghosts or jack-o-lanterns
LOWVILLE- Aquatics and Walk with Ease classes through Double-Play Community Center will be Monday, Wednesday, Friday through October 28th. Aquatic program is from 7-7:45am at Lowville Academy and Beaver River Central School. Walk with Ease is at Brookside Senior Living Community from 1-2 pm. Please call the Office for the Aging to register.
OLD FORGE-The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., has a new season of free craft projects lined up for the ever-popular Wednesday night Craft Get-Togethers! Craft nights start at 5 pm.These sessions have a festive feel geared towards seasonal decor and holiday gifting. Craft nights are child-friendly and senior-friendly and are a fun social event for folks of every age in between. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies and instructions are provided. There is not instruction, with a goal of creating a cookie-cutter project, but there is encouragement to be as creative as we want. The schedule is Oct. 16: Painted Gourds ghosts or jack-o-lanterns

Thursday, October 17th

BOONVILLE-8th Annual 3D Blood Drive Thursday October 17th 9am-6pm Adirondack Highschool Also- Donate life will be there with organ donation education. Bake Sale- Dale Dorrity’s homemade pies and Aunt Jeanne’s cinnamon bread…. Along with other goodies. Capri pizza by the slice. Basket raffle, T-shirts for sale All to benefit Dalton Dorrity scholarship and foundation. Come and help us set a new record in memory of Dalton!
CONSTABLEVILLE-Flu & Covid-19 vaccination clinics at the Constableville Fire Hall on Thursday October 17th from 3-5:30 pm. Available to everyone 6 months and older. Bring your insurance card with you. Sponsored by Lewis County Public Health.
CROGHAN-Stone Soup Drive-thru Dinner at Croghan Mennonite Church is October 17th from 4-5 pm. We will be serving Oven Baked chicken, baked beans, pasta salad and dessert.
LOWVILLE-Lewis County Memorial VFW Post 6912 has Wing Night on Thursday, October 17th with music by Dave Scanlin from 4:30-7:30 pm. All are welcome.
OLD FORGE-The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., is hosting a series of presentations on fall Thursdays on the topics of diversity, inclusion and equity. On October 17 at 6 pm, Whole Me Inc. of Syracuse will speak about "Deaf Culture and Community". Hearing people often think of deafness as simply “an inability to hear.” Being deaf, though, is also about being part of a community with its own history, values, and culture. As allies of the deaf community, we will learn about misconceptions and stigmas and help promote equal treatment and inclusive behaviors. For 20 years, WHOLE ME, Inc. has been reaching out to serve deaf and hard-of-hearing people in Central New York. They provide programs and activities that promote educational, employment and social success for deaf/hard-of-hearing children, adolescents, young adults and their families through mentoring, literacy, life skills and transitional skills training, early intervention, community service, advocacy and rights awareness. Each of the four presentations in the series is led by a regional expert to educate attendees about practices of equity and inclusion being used and practices to consider. By learning to support one another and to see beyond differences, we create stronger and more vibrant communities for everyone. The series is generously funded by the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties. There will be refreshments following each program.
BOONVILLE-ToePath Trekkers weekly run and walks are on Thursdays at 6:30 pm. They meet in the Lansing Pavilion in Erwin Park and run and walk the towpath, followed by social time after. Hot dogs and water are provided.
LYONS FALLS-The Lyons Falls Library, 3918 High Street, will host a free educational program for teens by The Northern Regional Center for Independent Living (NRCIL)—"What's Good About Teen Anger." The class meets weekly at 3 p.m. on Thursdays through October 31st. Call the Library (315-348-6180) for more information.

Friday, October 18th

LOWVILLE-Friday, October 18th at the Lewis County VFW Post 5912, Fall Friday night Fish Fry and Raffle Basket Auction. Take out begins at 4 and Eat-In from 5-gone. In town delivery is available by calling 315-376-2733. Adults $12, kids 5-12 are $6 and under 5 are free. This fundraiser will benefit the Cancer Fund.
LOWVILLE-Friday, October 18th at the Lowville Free Library from 3-7 pm, Farm and Market Discovery Zone for little sprouts. Drop in or plan to meet some friends for play time at Farm and Market, a play area from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Lewis County! The Discovery Zone will be open from 3-7 pm for self-led play. All welcome!
LOWVILLE- Friday, October 18th at the Lewis County Memorial VFW Post 6912, there will be a Fall Fish Fry to benefit their Cancer fund. Dinners include 6oz Haddock, macaroni & cheese, coleslaw, bread & butter. Adults: $12 Kids 6-12: $6.00 Under 5: Free! Takeouts available starting at 4pm. Eat with us beginning at 5 pm. In town delivery available. Call 315-376-2733 to place your order!
LOWVILLE- Aquatics and Walk with Ease classes through Double-Play Community Center will be Monday, Wednesday, Friday through October 28th. Aquatic program is from 7-7:45am at Lowville Academy and Beaver River Central School. Walk with Ease is at Brookside Senior Living Community from 1-2 pm. Please call the Office for the Aging to register.
PORT LEYDEN-Story Hour-Every Friday 10-11 am at the Port Leyden Library following the South Lewis school calendar. Children are read to, make a craft, play games and take a snack home.

Saturday, October 19th

BOONVILLE-Attention all women: Abundant Life Fellowship of Boonville is sponsoring a one day Women's Conference on Saturday, October 19th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the church, 12644 State Route 12, Boonville. Doors open at 8:00 am. Cost is $20.00. You can register at getabundantlife.com. Pre-registered guests will receive a gift.
BOONVILLE-North Country Youth Baseball is hosting a Can and Bottle Drive and Bake Sale on Saturday, October 19th from 9 am -2pm at 158 Main St in Boonville. Bake sale donations may be dropped off at 8am. For can pick-up, please call 315-796-6278.
LOWVILLE-Lowville Fire Department Auxiliary will be having their 38th Annual Craft Fair, Sat. Oct. 19th from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Lowville Firehall. Free admission. Over 40 vendor tables, raffle table, bake sale and lunch will be available,
LOWVILLE-Saturday, October 19th from 11 am -12 pm, Bilingual Storytime at Lowville Free Library.
LOWVILLE-There will be an Apple Fest- Saturday, October 19th from 11:00am-2:00pm at Brookside Senior Living in Lowville. They will have a Craft Fair, Live Music, Games for kids, Petting Zoo & Free Apple Treats and Ice Cream. The public is welcome, and it is free admission.
BOONVILLE-Erwin Library is so excited to be a part of “The Great Giveback” this year! The official date is Saturday, October 19th, but our commitment to giving back spans the entire month of October. Starting October 1st, Erwin Library will be collecting donations for our local organization, Willow Network. This wonderful group supports pregnant women in need of love and community assistance. We will be collecting diapers, wipes, and formula. While Willow Network welcomes all donations, they have specific needs due to allergies. Willow Network of Boonville Needs List: Diapers: Size 3 – Pampers brand * Size 4 – Pampers, Luvs, or Huggies brand * Size 5 – Pampers brand and any other brand * Size 6 – Luvs brand and any other brand * Pull Ups/ Training Pants – Size 2/3 T, 3/4 T, and 4/5 T (any brand) Wipes – Sensitive/fragrance free. Willow Network would also accept any dollar donation. Make checks to “Willow Network” and in the Memo write “Boonville Center for diapers and wipes.”
THENDARA-Adirondack Railbike Adventures has teamed up with the Adirondack Central School for a spine tingling fundraising event to benefit the classes of 2026 & 2028. They will get you into the Halloween spirit with a spooky haunted railbike tour! **Please note that the 10/19/24 ride at 4:30pm will be kid friendly. All rides 6pm and later will have you pedaling back to the safety of our Station.** Rides to benefit Adirondack Class of 2026 & 2028- October 19th & 26th @ Thendara Station (Old Forge) 2568 State Route 28, Thendara NYReserve your railbike ride online today, and don’t forget to dress for the season!
BRANTINGHAM-Brantingham Snomads first annual smoke-off head to head competition is Saturday, October 19th, with BBQ Chicken and BBQ Ribs from noon til 4:30. Coffee will be brewing at noon. Hot dogs, burgers, snacks, and drinks will be available for purchase. Judging begins at 2pm. Bring chili for a chili cookoff as well! Brantingham Groomer Barn 7761 Brantingham Rd in Brantingham
GLENFIELD-There will be a dance at 3 G Fire Hall in Glenfield on Saturday October 19th from 7-10 pm. Food, fun and dancing!
WATERTOWN-The North Country Library System is collecting personal hygiene products for care kits of the Great Give Back Day on Saturday, October 19th from 9am - 3pm.. There will be a Book Sale, book recycling, food and ice cream. 22072 County Route 190 in Watertown.
LYONS FALLS-The annual Free coat and winter wear giveaway at Forest Presbyterian Church Lyons Falls is only one day this year. SATURDAY OCTOBER 19TH. 9AM - 6PM Men's, women's, children's all sizes

Ongoing

LOWVILLE- Aquatics and Walk with Ease classes through Double-Play Community Center will be Monday, Wednesday, Friday through October 28th. Aquatic program is from 7-7:45am at Lowville Academy and Beaver River Central School. Walk with Ease is at Brookside Senior Living Community from 1-2 pm. Please call the Office for the Aging to register.

OLD FORGE-All are invited to “Walk and Talk” with friends and neighbors on a weekly basis, each Tuesday through Thanksgiving at 1:30 pm. The group will meet in the joint Old Forge Library and Niccolls Church parking lot at 220 Crosby Blvd. Niccolls Nurses conceived the idea as a way to provide both socialization and movement to those interested and the library wanted in on the action. The many benefits to be had by walking and talking include controlling blood pressure, lowering risk of chronic disease, maintaining healthy weight, fighting cancer, improving heart health, enhancing mental health, boosting mood, reducing stress, strengthening bones and being happier because you are socializing with fun people. Walk and Talk Tuesdays will take place through November 26. There will be a group leader on hand and distance and pace will be adjusted to be comfortable for each walker. The Old Forge Library will have pedometers available to anyone who would like to keep track of steps from mid-September through Thanksgiving.

BOONVILLE-Summer Story Hour with Mrs. Hannah every Tuesday at 10am at the Erwin Library in Boonville. Every Tuesday Mrs. Hannah will read a specially picked story, have a fun craft, and delicious snack! Children of all ages can come enjoy the fun! Cost: FREE
LOWVILLE-Join the Lowville Free Library for a weekly storytime, every Tuesday morning at 11 am with books, songs, movement, and crafts! We start each morning with 10-15 minutes of playtime, then read together, do some movement and interactive fun, and finish up with another activity like a craft or game.
BOONVILLE-Erwin Yarniacs Meet every Tuesday from 1-3pm at the Erwin Library in Boonville to work together on their knitting and crocheting projects. This group is for all levels, from beginner to advanced, and together will help you get the project done.

OLD FORGE-The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., has a new season of free craft projects lined up for the ever-popular Wednesday night Craft Get-Togethers! Craft nights start at 5 pm.These sessions have a festive feel geared towards seasonal decor and holiday gifting. Craft nights are child-friendly and senior-friendly and are a fun social event for folks of every age in between. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. All supplies and instructions are provided. There is not instruction, with a goal of creating a cookie-cutter project, but there is encouragement to be as creative as we want. The schedule is Oct. 16: Painted Gourds ghosts or jack-o-lanterns Oct. 23: Felt Ball Pumpkins Oct. 30: Day of the Dead Pumpkin Candle Holders Nov. 6: Fall Leaf Quilling Nov. 13: Pumpkin Spice Salt Dough Nov. 20: Pinecone Gnome Dec. 4: Snowy Owl Ornaments Dec. 11: Decorate a Stocking December 18: Holiday Spoons. Although supplies are free of charge, they are limited. Please call ahead to reserve a spot. Call the library at 315-369-6008 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to sign up for one or all of the craft get-togethers. Funding for this series is provided by New York State Council on the Arts with support from Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature.

PORT LEYDEN-Free Community Dinner at New Covenant Christian Community Church in Port Leyden on the first Wednesday of each month from 4:30 to 6 PM and community prayer at 6:30 PM
BOONVILLE-ToePath Trekkers weekly run and walks are on Thursdays at 6:30 pm. They meet in the Lansing Pavilion in Erwin Park and run and walk the towpath, followed by social time after. Hot dogs and water are provided.
LYONS FALLS-Beginning Thursday, July 11th, The Lyons Falls Library, 3918 High Street, will host a free educational program for teens by The Northern Regional Center for Independent Living (NRCIL)—"What's Good About Teen Anger." The class meets weekly at 3 p.m. on Thursdays through October 31st. Call the Library (315-348-6180) for more information.
PORT LEYDEN-Story Hour-Every Friday 10-11 am at the Port Leyden Library following the South Lewis school calendar. Children are read to, make a craft, play games and take a snack home.
BOONVILLE-North Country Proudly Honors will have banners on display on poles throughout the Village from Memorial Day through Veterans Day.
LEWIS COUNTY-Lewis County Office for the Aging offers a home delivered meal program where meals are delivered Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays with a frozen meal available for Tuesdays and Fridays providing 5 meals total throughout the week. This program is for people 60+ who are more home bound and maybe unable to make healthy balanced meals for themselves. They also have Community dining sites where people 60+ that are more independent can gather and have lunch together Monday through Thursdays all of which serve around 11:30am-11:45am Croghan- Steepleview courts. Harrisville - Harris Courts. Lyons Falls - McManus Hotel Copenhagen- Copenhagen United Church. Lowville - Maple Ridge Center. These Programs are funded by Federal, State, and local sources. There is a suggested Contribution of 3.50 per meal. Cash, checks, and SNAP are accepted.
OLD FORGE-The Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., will host a series of presentations on several Thursdays throughout the Fall that address the topics of diversity, inclusion and equity. Each presentation will be led by a regional expert who can educate attendees about practices of equity and inclusion being used and practices to consider. By learning to support one another and to see beyond differences, we create stronger and more vibrant communities for everyone. There will be refreshments following each program. Other presentations in the series will include: 10/17/24 @ 6 pm: WHOLE ME, Inc., of Syracuse, NY, : Deaf Culture and Community 10/24/24 @ 5 pm: Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency, of Utica, NY: Helping People, Changing Lives and Ending Poverty. The series was generously funded by the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties.
BOONVILLE-Sign up for the REACH Race hosted by Abundant Life. All funds raised will go toward the next Abundant Life mission to Honduras alongside Identity Mission. When: Saturday, October 26th Location Start: Lansing Pavilion/Upper Pavilion @ Erwin Park in Boonville, NY Course: FREE kids run within the park at 9:30AM. 1 mile walk or run/ 5 mile run from the park to Towpath, out & back at 10AM. Cost: FREE kids run. $25 donation for 1mile/5mile course. Advanced Registration: getabundantlife.com - Menu -Reach RACE *This is a run/walk, non-competitive event. Not a chip-timed event. Same Day Registration: 9AM-10AM prior to event with $25 donation (Kids 9-9:30AM, free) Runner Packet Pickup: 9-10AM Saturday, October 26, 2024. Custom T-shirts will be $15, available with pre-registration until October 14. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/JwXq8GhSq1GLDpkh/
PORT LEYDEN-Annual Book Sale at the Port Leyden Community Library through October during open hours. Great selection and prices!
Two Roads”, an exhibit of pastel paintings by Joyce Hanson and Becky Harblin, will be on display at the Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd., through November 8th. Both artists have been strongly influenced by the Northern New York landscape. Becky Harblin is an Assoc. Member of the Pastel Society of America, and has been painting in pastels for a dozen years. An art major and ‘visual-thinker’ Becky also sculpts in various mediums, and is a published poet. Her process in most avenues of expression has a base in animism. She is influenced by her time steeped in Peruvian healing ways utilizing plants. Poetry, the light, and shadows of the day, are always part of her influences. Joyce Hanson achieved a BA and MFA and was an art educator for 25 years. Living deep in the Adirondack Mountains, surrounded by forests and lakes, her pastel paintings reflect the natural world in intimate detail. She has won numerous awards from national juried exhibitions, including but not limited to the Pastel Society of America's 'Enduring Brilliance', the Adirondack Pastel Society’s Annual Exhibition, and the Northeast National Exhibition. Joyce believes “The representation in my work is a moment in time in which only I will ever witness, and choose to create a point of change the story in an image, an unexpected visual I encounter: the wetness of rain or melting snow shooting rays of sun pushing through the darkness, an illuminated pathway to what I should see the sharp aftermath of a wind storm or the slow life and death of a tree.”
BOONVILLE-Dodge Pratt Northam Art and Community Center in Boonville is having their annual Christmas in the Country Open House on Saturday, November 30th from 10 am - 2pm. If you are interested in being a vendor or volunteering to provide Christmas music, please call DPN at 315-942-5133 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Spaces are limited!
BOONVILLE-Adopt a Monster Fall reading program at Erwin Library in Boonville throughout October and November, children can adopt a monster to read to. They can keep track of the books with a reading tracker bookmark. After their bookmark is full, they can show the library and earn a small prize from the prize bin.
BOONVILLE-Saturday, October 26th from 12pm - 3pm, Trunk or Treat Festival will be taking place at the Boonville Fairgrounds. To register a trunk fill out the Google Form or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Find the event on Facebook for more information.
BOONVILLE-Adirondack Central School will be offering Pickleball lessons and play time beginning on Oct. 22nd. New players are encouraged to attend and learn one of the fastest growing sports in the US. Sessions will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays. from 6 pm to 8pm in the Boonville Elementary building on Ford Street. Equipment will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own racket. The cost is $3.00 per session, payable at each session. Cash is the only form of payment accepted and exact change is encouraged. This is an adult class open to 18 years and older. Please enter the building using the gym entrance, as the weather changes please carry in your sneakers to avoid getting rain and snow on the gym floor. For more information you can contact Suzanne Ferris at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. As always this course will not meet when school is not in session or during any snow days or early closures. This is a fun way to get active and meet and make new friends!
BOONVILLE-Adirondack Central SchoolClass of 2027 has a Utica Coffee Fundraiser going on until October 23rd. Go to uticacoffeefundraising.com, shop a fundraiser, and find Adirondack Class of 2027. Online only-go to https://uticacoffeefundraising.com/pages/adirondack-class-of-2027 to support them.

Next week, October 20th -26th

LYONS FALLS-The Adirondack Community Chorus (ACC), directed by Peg Nuspliger, is inviting singers to participate in their upcoming fall Concert entitled “Our Heritage in Song,” to be performed on Sunday, October 20th, 3 p.m., at Forest Presbyterian Church in Lyons Falls. Rehearsals will be held at the Church, beginning Sunday September 15th. No audition is required to participate in the Chorus. For more information contact [This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.].
REMSEN-The Remsen Arts Center presents Gina Holsopple & Band live concert on Sunday, October 20th at 3pm at 9627 Main Street, Remsen, NY. At the Door Cash Prices: $10 General Admission, $8 Members, $5 Students; Advance Sale and Door Credit Prices: $11 General Admission, $9 Members. Award-winning singer-songwriter Gina Holsopple is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist from Central New York. Over the last 20 years Gina has released 13 albums. Her music is lyrically driven. Extracting floating melodies that search out the tiny moments of magic that exist amidst the chaos of being human. Gina is set to perform at the Remsen Arts Center with her band, the Secret Elixir. Featuring award-winning bassist Brett Hobin, drummer Liz Strodel, and Jenny Lapp with stunning harmonies. Gina owns and operates Gina Marie Music Studio, a small music store in Oswego, NY. The business provides instruments and supplies, rentals, and 200 lessons per week to the wider community. Refreshments will be available at intermission. More event info at remsenartscenter.org or facebook.com/RemsenArtsCenter. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Remsen Arts Center. This project is made possible through the CNY Arts Grants for Regional Arts and Cultural Engagement regrant program thanks to a New York State Senate Initiative supported by the NYS Legislature, the Office of the Governor and administered by the New York State Council on the Arts. Plus membership and community support.
BOONVILLE-Adirondack Central School will be offering Pickleball lessons and play time beginning on Tuesday, Oct. 22nd. New players are encouraged to attend and learn one of the fastest growing sports in the US. Sessions will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays. from 6 pm to 8pm in the Boonville Elementary building on Ford Street. Equipment will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own racket. The cost is $3.00 per session, payable at each session. Cash is the only form of payment accepted and exact change is encouraged. This is an adult class open to 18 years and older. Please enter the building using the gym entrance, as the weather changes please carry in your sneakers to avoid getting rain and snow on the gym floor. For more information you can contact Suzanne Ferris at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. As always this course will not meet when school is not in session or during any snow days or early closures. This is a fun way to get active and meet and make new friends!
OLD FORGE-Tuesday, October 22nd, there will be a free Medicare Educational Seminar from 5 PM – 7 PM at the Old Forge Library. The seminar will provide a better understanding of the complexities of Medicare choices and ultimately assist individuals in finding the right Medicare plan for 2025. No sales pitches, absolutely free. Help for those navigating Medicare.
BOONVILLE-Tuesday, October 22nd, the Village of Boonville will have a Board Meeting at 7 pm at the Village Offices.
LOWVILLE-Cornell Cooperative Extension Lewis County will hold a Celebration of Agriculture with Lewis County’s Farm Bureau and Soil and Water at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 7395 East Road in Lowville on Wednesday, October 23rd, starting at 5:30 pm with their annual business meeting covering elections and changes to the constitution. Immediately following the business meeting guest speaker Brian Steinmuller from NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets/Division of Land and Water Resources will speak on Climate Resilient Farming. Fall food samplings and beverages will be provided for this meeting. Lewis County Farm Bureau will be having their annual Pie Auction at the end to benefit the local food pantries. The cost is $10 per individual and $15 per couple. The public is welcome to attend and you’re encouraged to reserve your spot by Tuesday, October 15th by calling the Cooperative Extension office at 315-376-5270.
ROME-Thursday, October 24th, there will be assorted soups and baked goods at the HOPE IN A BOWL OF SOUP event at the Center for Family Life and Recover Rome office, located at 201 West Dominick Street. For more information, please call: 315-795-5229 OR e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
LYONS FALLS-Our popular Lego Club meets Friday, October 25th, at the Lyons Falls Library, 3918 High Street, from 3:45 to 4:45 pm. This free program, with its wealth of Legos and books with Lego activities, is open to all school-age children and their caregivers. Call the Library with questions (315-348-6180).
BOONVILLE-Sign up for the REACH Race hosted by Abundant Life. All funds raised will go toward the next Abundant Life mission to Honduras alongside Identity Mission. When: Saturday, October 26th Location Start: Lansing Pavilion/Upper Pavilion @ Erwin Park in Boonville, NY Course: FREE kids run within the park at 9:30AM. 1 mile walk or run/ 5 mile run from the park to Towpath, out & back at 10AM. Cost: FREE kids run. $25 donation for 1mile/5mile course. Advanced Registration: getabundantlife.com - Menu -Reach RACE *This is a run/walk, non-competitive event. Not a chip-timed event. Same Day Registration: 9AM-10AM prior to event with $25 donation (Kids 9-9:30AM, free) Runner Packet Pickup: 9-10AM Saturday, October 26, 2024. Custom T-shirts will be $15, available with pre-registration until October 14th.
THENDARA-Adirondack Railbike Adventures has teamed up with the Adirondack Central School for a spine tingling fundraising event to benefit the classes of 2026 & 2028. They will get you into the Halloween spirit with a spooky haunted railbike tour!. All rides 6pm and later will have you pedaling back to the safety of our Station.** Rides to benefit Adirondack Class of 2026 & 2028- October 26th @ Thendara Station (Old Forge) 2568 State Route 28, Thendara NY
LYONS FALLS-The Lyons Falls Library, 3918 High Street, is having a Family Halloween Party on Saturday, October 26th, from 10 a.m. to Noon. BJ the Balloon Twister will visit at 11 a.m. for a brief magic show and balloon animal creations!
CROGHAN-Kid-Preneur Fall Expo October 26th 10am-3pm at Croghan Mennonite Church, Kirchnerville Rd, Croghan NY You are invited to a one day market to support young entrepreneurs with BIG ideas! All items are created by children with minimal to no adult/parent contribution. We have Woodworking, Jewelry, Christmas Ornaments, Baked Goods, Amigurumi Crocheted Items, Fall Decor, Skin Care , Hand Painted Items and so much more! Free Admission, Lunch and Bake Sale available for purchase to benefit the Croghan Mennonite Youth Group
BOONVILLE-Saturday, October 26th from 12pm - 3pm, Trunk or Treat Festival will be taking place at the Boonville Fairgrounds. To register a trunk fill out the Google Form or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Find the event on Facebook for more information.

Looking Ahead

LYONS FALLS-Tuesday, October 29, 5-7 p.m, It’s time again for the Lyons Falls Library’s famous Open Mic Jam on Tuesday, April 30th, 5 – 7 p.m. Bring a friend, bring your family, bring an instrument, or just come in and sing along! They will provide the mic, piano, and guitar amp. Please call if you have any questions (315-348-6180).
LOWVILLE-Lewis County Office for the Aging announces Planning as We Age, Getting Important Decisions in Order on October 30th at 1 pm in the Human Services Building at 5274 Outer Stowe St in Lowville. There is no cost to attend. Register by calling Lewis County Office for the Aging at 315-376-5313.
LYONS FALLS-The Lyons Falls Library, 3918 High Street, is holding its first-ever Great Oreo Taste Test Challenge on Thursday, October 31st! Drop by between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to sample an astonishing variety of Oreo flavors and guess their names! All ages are welcome, and costumes are encouraged.
BOONVILLE-Get Ready for Another Spooktacular BOOville Event. BOOville is back and better than ever! Thursday, October 31st from 3pm to 6pm will be for a fang-tastic eventing of fun, fright, and plenty of treats. The Village Merchants invite ghosts and goblins of all ages to trick-or-treat through our local businesses.
LOWVILLE-PARENT/YOUTH SUMMIT at LACS on November 2, 2024 from 9:15 am-2pm! Registration starts at 9:15 with everything starting at 9:30. Theme: It Takes a Village: Prevention Through Collaboration Contact Jamie Roberts at 315-377-6014 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
CROGHAN-The Meyer ‘N’ More Relay for Life Team will be hosting a BUNCO to “BUST” Cancer Tournament on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The tournament will be held at the American Legion Post #1663 Main St., Croghan, NY starting at 7pm. Doors open at 6 pm. $20 donation per person to play (includes snacks). Cash prizes are based on donations taken in. Contact Vicki Meyer (346-6833) or Elizabeth Porter (773-4473) to register. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.
LOWVILLE-At the Lewis County Memorial VFW Post 6912 on Saturday, November 2nd, The Nelson Brothers will be performing from 6-9pm. Doors open & food will be available at 5:00. Admission is $6.00.
LOWVILLE-“My Year At The Border” a presentation by Rev. Sam Pendergast at the First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, located at 7703 N State St, Lowville, will take place on Sunday, November 3rd at 11 AM. Sam will offer first hand insights into the circumstances and people he met and worked with for a full year at the Mexican border. All are welcome.
BOONVILLE-Sign up in person for Food Sense Boonville at 109 Main St (Virtually Yours) on Tuesday, November 5th from 11 am - 3 pm and Wednesday, November 6th from 11:30 am - 3:30 pm. You can also sign up online at https://foodsense.foodbankcny.org. The deadline for this order is November 11th. pickup is at 200 Post St November 22nd from 12-2pm. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/foodsenseboonvilleny.
OLD FORGE-Tuesday, November 5th Free Medicare Educational Seminar from 5 PM – 7 PM at the Old Forge Library. The seminar will provide a better understanding of the complexities of Medicare choices and ultimately assist individuals in finding the right Medicare plan for 2025. No sales pitches, absolutely free. Help for those navigating Medicare
BOONVILLE-Connected Adirondack's Community Resources Expo on November 5th from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the Adirondack High School Main Office Foyer. This free event is open to the public and offers a unique opportunity to connect with local organizations and services that provide valuable resources for health, education, housing, employment, and more. Whether you're looking for support or want to learn more about services available in your area, this expo is the perfect chance to gather information and ask questions. There will be booths and representatives from a wide range of community agencies. Along with our community families we welcome anyone of any age to join us. For more information call Jessica at 315-985-5280.
BOONVILLE-Sign up in person for Food Sense Boonville at 109 Main St (Virtually Yours) on Wednesday, November 6th from 11:30 am - 3:30 pm. You can also sign up online at https://foodsense.foodbankcny.org. The deadline for this order is November 11th. Pickup is at 200 Post St November 22nd from 12-2pm. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/foodsenseboonvilleny.
LOWVILLE-Lewis County Office for the Aging announces Hearing Service Benefits and Fall Prevention on Thursday, November 7th at 10 am in Conference Room 1 of th eHuman Services Building at 5274 Outer Stowe St in Lowville. Seats are limited. Reserve your spot by calling Lewis County Office for the Aging at 315-376-5313.
LOWVILLE-Holiday Bazaar at the First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall , N State St, Lowville on Saturday, November 9th from 10 am - 2 pm. There will be a Baked Potato Bar, Bake Sale, Crafts & Homemade Items, Granny’s Attic (gently used items), Raffle Baskets, Silent Auction. Come start the holiday season off with us! Presented by the Presbyterian Women
BOONVILLE-The Town of Boonville will have a Board meeting on November 11th at 7pm in the Town Board Meeting Room.
LYONSDALE-Tuesday, November 12th, and the 2nd Tuesday of every month, the Town of Lyonsdale will have a Board Meeting at 6:30pm.
BOONVILLE-Tuesday, November 12th, the Village of Boonville will have a Board Meeting at 7 pm at the Village Offices.
OLD FORGE-Old Forge Library, 220 Crosby Blvd, Old Forge, will be hosting CPR for all ages, AED & opioid education including Narcan training. Certified instructor, Nia Tormey, will be teaching a training class on Saturday November 16, 10am-2pm. Library programs are free and open to all. The class size is limited to 8 participants, so pre-registration is required. If the class is full, the library staff will put you on a waiting list. Please call the Old Forge Library at 315 369-6008 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register.
OLD FORGE-Tuesday, November 19th, Free Medicare Educational Seminar from 5pm-7pm at the Old Forge Library. The seminar will provide a better understanding of the complexities of Medicare choices and ultimately assist individuals in finding the right Medicare plan for 2025. No sales pitches, absolutely free. Help for those navigating Medicare.
OLD FORGE-Monday, November 25th Free Medicare Educational Seminar from 11 AM – 12:30 PM at the Old Forge Library. The seminar will provide a better understanding of the complexities of Medicare choices and ultimately assist individuals in finding the right Medicare plan for 2025. No sales pitches, absolutely free. Help for those navigating Medicare.
BOONVILLE-Tuesday, November 26th, the Village of Boonville will have a Board Meeting at 7 pm at the Village Offices.
BOONVILLE-Sign up in person for Food Sense Boonville at 109 Main St (Virtually Yours) on Tuesday, December 3rd from 11 am - 3 pm and Wednesday, December 4th from 11:30 am - 3:30 pm. You can also sign up online at https://foodsense.foodbankcny.org. The deadline for this order is December 9th. pickup is at 200 Post St December 20th from 12-2pm. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/foodsenseboonvilleny.
BOONVILLE-Sign up in person for Food Sense Boonville at 109 Main St (Virtually Yours) on Wednesday, December 4th from 11:30 am - 3:30 pm. You can also sign up online at https://foodsense.foodbankcny.org. The deadline for this order is December 9th. pickup is at 200 Post St December 20th from 12-2pm. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/foodsenseboonvilleny. .
BOONVILLE-The Town of Boonville will have a Board meeting on December 9th at 7pm in the Town Board Meeting Room.
LYONSDALE-Tuesday, December 10th, and the 2nd Tuesday of every month, the Town of Lyonsdale will have a Board Meeting at 6:30pm.
BOONVILLE-Tuesday, December 10th, the Village of Boonville will have a Board Meeting at 7 pm at the Village Offices.