Volume 12, Edition 6

News & Views

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Changing for the Summer

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The Chairpersons Corner

business! While many of us are businesses which run year round there is an abundant of businesses which are only open during the summer months. What a challenge that is, for those businesses who rely on the summer months to make it! With the tourism trade, the increase in border crossing and an opportunity for locals to buy local is a big business in our community. The local farmers market is opening soon, and that is a showcase of local businesses that many only operate during the summer. Please support those businesses that rely on us! Whether you take a tour of a local winery, stop by and play miniature golf, take a cruise on the river, have an ice cream treat, purchase produce from our local farmers, lets help them and support our local commerce! Buy local it makes sense!

Changing for the summer, what does your business do to get ready? For some local businesses, summer means

Lynne Ferris Firm Administrator Conboy, McKay, Bachman & Kendall, LLP

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The Presidents Perspective

productivity high? Here are some suggestions to keep business as usual Have your employees provide advance notices of any vacation time theyd like to take off so that you can plan coverage and avoid having several employees out at the same time. Develop a schedule or chart that will allow you to visually keep track of vacation requests and serve as a reminder when planning projects and managing workflow. Cross-train employees now to minimize the effects of co-workers being out for several days or several weeks at a time during the summer months. While some duties can wait for a week or two during an employees absence, critical deadlines, popup requirements and emergencies cannot be put on hold. Have employees prepare a list of their major duties and provide instructions on how to perform the tasks. Have employees develop a list of all clients, vendors, technical support and anyone else who may need to be contacted in case of an emergency. Be sure the spreadload and prioritize work for the team still in the office or store while others are out on vacation. Nothing zaps employee morale and decreases productivity faster than being overworked due to poor management planning. Consider hiring temporary staff to pick up the slack for the summer or, if possible, hire interns. Oftentimes, interns will work for school credit instead of actual pay. Recognize, reward and encourage team members who take on additional responsibilities. Be creative in offering incentives for those picking up the extra work, and make your praise a public event whenever possible. So enjoy the longer days, spend time outside, visit your local communities and businesses and remind your employees to savor the summer monthsthey dont last for long. Enjoy the warmth and sun!

Summer is around the corner- Are you ready? It seems many things change with the summer months for businesses! Summer is one of the biggest shifters for most businesses and families. Depending on what the business is or how the family operates, it is hugely busy or completely off time. Seldom does it ever fall in the middle. Its that time of year when employees are starting to contemplate their summer vacations. What can your business do to ensure a smooth operation during the summer months? How can you keep employee

Lynn M. Pietroski President & CEO

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Sundance Leisure Brian Fraser 19281 US Route 11 Watertown, NY 13601 (315) 788-2207 bfraser1@sundanceleisure. com www.sundanceleisure.com Since 1972, Sundance Leisure has offered many products to make your house a place you love to go home to. With a large selection of fireplaces, stoves, pools, hot tubs, outdoor kitchens, awnings and sunrooms, add value to your residence and truly enhance your familys lifestyle. Along with their respected manufacturer, Sundance Leisure is committed to delivering on promises with products standing the test of time! With over 250 years of combined experience at Sundance, you can feel comfortable putting your trust in the expert staff. Splash in the pool Relax in the hot tub Cozy up to the fire For every season, a little more fun from Sundance Leisure! Siam Classic Inn & Spa John & Amornrat Lindsey 62 Elm Street Potsdam, NY 13676 (315) 265-1893 or (866) 223-7293 siamclassicinnandspa@ gmail.com www.siamclassicinnandspa.com A place you MUST see if you visit St. Lawrence County! The Siam Classic Inn & Spa is an 1883 Victorian style home recently renovated into a small luxury Bed & Breakfast in the Thai style in Potsdam, New York. The house has a rich historical background, and the Inn offers a unique experience for the discerning traveler. The historic house is situated in the heart of Potsdam, New York, at 62 Elm Street. The Inn is within walking distance of SUNY Potsdam, Clarkson University, and many historical sites and attractions; and St. Lawrence University and SUNY Canton are 10-12 miles away. John and Amornrat Lindsey love the style of the old Thai house; and they have accurately created an atmosphere reflecting the authenticity and the old flavors of ancient Thailand. The Inn was actually built in the time of King Rama V in Thai history but gives the guests the feeling of going back in time to all of the Golden Periods of Thailand. Peloton LLC Daniel PO Box 657 Manlius, NY 13104 (315) 647-3143 info@pelotoncorp.com www.pelotoncorp.com Pelotons customized managed services provide a unique approach to the start up or small business that builds infrastructure to enable growth. Whether it be financial management, sales and marketing, business operations, risk management or strategic planning, Peloton has staff available to provide on demand support to your various business operations. With a team of experts ready to assist you, their mission is to create a simple easy to follow path to success with the appropriate discipline required to execute. Fairport Mortgage Julie Derrigo-Intschert 19805 Orchard Drive Watertown, NY 13601 (315) 788-7813 juliederrigointschert@ yahoo.com Fairport Mortgage, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fairport Savings Bank, is dedicated to helping local families and individuals finance the home of their dreams. But with Fairport Mortgage youre dealing with more than a financial institution. Youre dealing with people. People who treat you as a person. A neighbor. People who know what it takes to get a mortgage done, and who understand the importance of superior customer service. Office Depot Inc. Callie Perry 2201 Caroline Street, 2nd Floor Utica, NY 13502 (315) 351-6755 callie.perry@officedepot. com business.officedepot.com Office Depot, Inc. is a global supplier of office products and services. Offering a national Chamber of Commerce Program, GWNC Chamber members will enjoy deep discounts on items such as paper, ink & toner, as well as printing services. With the flexibility to shop online via phone, fax or at any retail locations with the Store Purchasing Card, remember to take care of your business at Office Depot!

Triple Ridge Contracting LLC Chad Cunningham 1015 State Highway 37 Hammond, NY 13646 315-323-0212 Toll-Free: 866-767-6098 caitlynn@cit-tele.co www.tripleridgecontractingny.com Triple Ridge Contracting, LLC is a leader in providing spray foam insulation and general contracting. Spray foam is the best insulating material that can seal your home from air and moisture intrusion, save on costly utility bills, strengthen your home, and protect your family health from dangerous mold, airborne pollutants, and allergies. We pride ourselves in being a family owned and operated business that strives for longevity of our company through repeat and referral business achieved by customer satisfaction in all areas including timeliness integrity, honesty, and by exceeding customer expectations with our exceptional product and performance. Thousand Islands Realty Felts Mills Melanie Curley 31140 State Route 3 Felts Mills, NY 13638 Phone: 315-405-4490 Alternate phone: 315-6865500 thousandislandsrealty@ gmail.com www.pcstodrum.com Thousand Islands Realty, LLC is a boutique real estate office located in downtown Clayton, NY and now we have a brand new office in Felts Mills. This just opened with our Fort Drum soldiers in mind. For those wishing
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What these businesses do

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IN THE NORTH COUNTRY

The Chamber asked its members, What do you do to get ready for the Summer Season? Do you change your marketing, hire new people, change your signage, even just open for business, etc...? What do you do that is different and why, and do you see a difference? These are their answers...
Summer season at the Watertown International Airport has jump started with a flurry of activity. Construction/ rehabilitation of two taxiways is in motion, construction and installation of a main waterline system is expected to begin in the next few months, and construction of a new hangar is expected to begin by late summer, early fall. In terms of passenger service improvements, the construction of the terminal addition has been completed. The primary focus of that project was passenger convenience with the addition of a large secure waiting area for flight departures. Other passenger enhancements include a new baggage screening area, new baggage handling and baggage return area. There are two screens installed for advertising and flight tracking as well. 525%! And the busiest season is yet ahead of us! American Airlines/American Eagle has successfully developed a routine of meeting passenger needs from point of arrival to departure providing a seamless, enjoyable experience for passengers utilizing the service. With the increased passenger traffic, comes the demand for transportation to and from the airport. To accommodate these needs the airport has contracted with Rent-A-Wreck car rental agency with an on-site location for passenger/visitor convenience. Cab services are also available with the arrival of flights, and there is always FREE PARKING!
ART (Watertown) to ORD (Chicago) = 90 minutes

Summer
Go to watertowninternationalairport.com or call (315) 639-3809

For information regarding Airport services contact American Airlines/ American Eagle at 800-433-7300 (toll free) or the local office at 315-639aa.com( ights) 800-433-7300 3000; Airport Administration at or General Aviation Services at 315-639-3809. Summer season is expected to be the height of the travel season for American Airlines/American Eagle as tourists Stay tuned as ongoing developments take place at the visit and Fort Drum military members return to the area. In the first six months since American Airlines/American Eagle Watertown International Airport! has come to Watertown with their direct commercial service to Chicago passenger ridership has increase by more than

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Sedgewick Pines Tamarack Drive West Carthage, NY 13619 Willow Landing Hemlock Dr Lowville, NY 13367 Woodcreek Village Larch Circle Gouverneur, NY 13642

Here is how we at DC Properties, Leray Housing Associates and Pleasant Creek Meadows are getting ready for the summer season. We are planning a Community Wide Yard Sale, and a Community Cleanup hosted by the Baldwin Management staff at each community. The Yard Sale will help our residents clean out their closets, offering items they no longer want or need to others that can use them at reasonable prices! Any items that dont sell can then be disposed of the following week at the Community Cleanup. At our Community Cleanup we will offer annual flowers and grass seed to our

residents to help get their yards spruced up. We will also be hosting a barbeque luncheon to our residents,

Pleasant Creek Meadows Robin Lane Evans Mills, NY 13637

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COMMUNITY CLEANUP (10am-2pm)

Forest Hills & Emjay place Monday, June 4th Willow Landing & Sedgewick Pines at Sedgewick Pines Tuesday, June 5th The Heights Wednesday, June 6th Pleasant Creek Meadows Thursday, June 7th Woodcreek Village Friday, June 8th

and provide dumpsters for easy disposal of unwanted items.

The Heights Anable Ave Evans Mills, NY 13637 Forest Hills & Emjay Place Emjay Way Carthage, NY 13619

COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE

Saturday, June 2nd, 9am4pm

NNY consumers take full advantage of every minute of summer, staying outdoors as much as possible from Memorial Day to Labor Day. To capture the attention of the public, Center for Sight uses several methods to capitalize on the north country summer culture. First, we promote LASIK heavily in summer. Because people in the north country enjoy many types of outdoor recreation, it makes sense to promote a procedure that allows them to kayak, canoe, jet ski, swim or golf, etc. without having to worry about losing their contact lenses or glasses. All girls entering grades 2-12 in the fall are invited to attend Girl Scout camp this summer and discover endless possibilities of fun and adventure. Girl Scout membership is not required. Overnight camp sessions are happening at

Also, with many northern New Yorkers outdoors at their camps and cottages, we tend to increase our radio buys during the summer. Finally, CFS summer ads use a lot of outdoor-themed imagery and we buy more advertising in the Thousand Islands and other popular tourist spots in the north country. All in all Center for Sights summer promotions strategy reflects the indoor to outdoor lifestyle shift of north country residents.

Camp Trefoil in Harrisville. Camp sessions are scheduled from July 8 to August 5. In addition to traditional camping activities girls can participate in programs such as Adventure Bound where girls spend the week sleeping under the stars, learning low elements on the ropes course and building a maze in the field;

Paddle This Way which allows girls who love the water to spend the week in and around the water; and Club Med where girls can pamper themselves at camp with facials, gourmet cooking, fruity drinks, and a slumber party. There will be an open house held at Camp Trefoil
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as well on June 3 from 2-4 p.m. At the open house girls and families can meet the camp directors, tour the facilities, shop the camp trading posts, enjoy a smore

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and see what fun theyll have this summer. The open houses are free. To RSVP for an open house e-mail summercamp@gsnypenn. org or call (315) 539-5085,

ext. 2324. Financial assistance for summer camp is available for members. For more information about camp,

to register or to apply for financial assistance, visit www.gsnypenn.org/summercamp

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electrical products serving residential, industrial and commercial contractor needs. The summer season, and good weather, brings an increase of electrical projects and construction deadlines. These projects consist of pool and spa installation, marina power and lighting, air conditioning, outdoor lighting upgrades, home repairs and new construction. Like many North Country Businesses, City Electric relies on our construction season, so as a company we evaluate products and time saving applica-

tions several months in advance of the warm weather. To meet the demands of this busier construction season, substantial investments are made. An increase in inventory and the addition of warehouse staff help to maintain the high level of service offered. To support the customers need for new product information, joint sales calls with manufacturing representatives can offer time saving application solutions. An annual Pig Roast event with product demonstration for customers adds a relaxed atmosphere where sales

staff and contractors have an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful North Country weather and some great food! City Electric provides same day service, free delivery, inventory levels to meet customers electrical application needs, and a knowledgeable staff. In addition to our Watertown location City Electric has 5 locations conveniently located across Central New York including Syracuse, Oneida, Ogdensburg, Oswego and Rochester.

City Electric Company, Inc. is an independently owned electrical wholesale supplier. Established in 1919 in Syracuse, NY the company opened a second location on Bradley Street in Watertown in 1985. City supplies the North Country with a full line of

Easy Energy Saving Tips for your Business and Home:

Download the Energy Saving Guide from the US Dept of Energy: Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy: http://www.energysavers.gov/pdfs/energy_savers.pdf Energy Efficient Lighting: Replace old or inefficient lighting with energy efficient lighting and bulbs to provide your business with improved lighting quality, better color and longer lamp life. Programmable Thermostats: Better manage on and off cycles, temperature settings and improve comfort. Set your air conditioning thermostat at 78 or higher during the cooling season. Each degree above 75 saves you 3% of the energy used to cool your home.

When using air conditioning, only cool the rooms you need. Close doors to other rooms. Turn your air conditioner off when you leave home. Help keep your home and yourself cool by using natural ventilation and wearing light clothing. Close your draperies and shades on hot, sunny days to reduce solar heat build-up. Close windows and doors during the hottest parts of the day. Maintain HVAC Systems: Regular maintenance can help you avoid costly repairs, help reduce energy usage and save you money. Lights Out: Leave lights off in storage and closet areas when not in use, install occupancy sensors for indoor lighting areas and install timers and photocells for outdoor lighting areas. Turn it Off: Shut off copiers and computers when not in use. Insulate: Insulate attic spaces and make sure your entire

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business is properly sealed. Get Set: Lower settings on water heaters and be sure they are properly insulated. On top of it, BlueRock Energy can help reduce your busiPage Fitness Athletic Club is not your average gym; the Club is primarily a Professional Training Facility. A typical gym business is made up of hundreds and hundreds of memberships and in the summer months, members usually fall off especially in the North Country. Page Fitness Athletic Club maintains consistent business year-round for two main reasons. First, the Club believes in only taking on clients that are 100% committed to changing their life and conquering their health and fitness goals We believe its equally important that the client is the perfect fit for the Club as the Club is for the client. Co-Owner, Christopher Page says, Our training clients understand the importance of

nesss total energy bill by simply becoming your supplier for natural gas and electricity. Call us today for a free, no obligation quote 315-701-1549 x 120.

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increased results for our training clients compared to those with a basic membership because their account-

having a complete program, and these clients stay pretty true to their regimen, even through the summer. And, if we have a client that falls off, our professional trainers coach them back on track. Statistically, we see

ability and commitment is year-round verses seasonally. Second, for those who like to take it outside during the summer months, Page Fitness Athletic Club offers

an outdoor boot camp. CoOwner, Jessica Page says, Boot Camp is extremely functional, constantly varied, fun, yet intense. We accommodate all fitness levels so we are continuously making modifications and advancements throughout. Most importantly, these boot campers see changes in their body that they never see working out on machines, which keeps them coming back for more. And, you cant discredit the nourishing Vitamin D you get, along with a pretty nice summer tan its a winwin win.

About 400,000 Americans suffer cardiac arrest outside of a hospital every year, and almost 90 percent of them die because they dont receive immediate CPR from someone on the scene. But studies have shown that if a person begins Hands-Only CPR to the beat of disco classic Stayin Alive immediately, it can double or triple their chances of survival. During National CPR Week this June, the American Heart Association kicks off its campaign to teach all Americans the importance of learning the two easy steps of Hands-Only CPR: If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse, (1) Call 9-1-1; and (2) Push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of Stayin Alive. Anyone can learn Hands-Only CPR with just two easy steps. If you see someone suddenly collapse, first call 9-1-1

and then push hard and fast in the center of their chest to the beat of Stayin Alive until help arrives. Thats it. Most Americans (70 percent) feel helpless to act during a cardiac emergency because they dont know how to do CPR or theyre afraid of hurting the victim. If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying to save the life of someone you love a child, a spouse, a parent or a friend since 80 percent of sudden cardiac arrests happen in private or residential settings. Dont be afraid. Your actions can only help. The American Heart Association is urging passage of a state law that would require all high school students know CPR before graduation. In New York State, you can help advocate for the CPR in Schools legislation, visit www.SupportCPRinschools.org to contact your legislators.

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Farah Dermatology and Cosmetics, LLC is a full service dermatology practice which offers services for adult and pediatric general dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, dermatopathology, and skin cancer surveillance and surgical treatment. With the incidence for skin cancer increasing faster than any other cancer, issues of skin cancer and aging become more important (please see link for channel 9 interview http://www.9wsyr. com/mostpopular/story/ Doctors-seeing-rise-in-skincancer-cases/oz57XZepa0sqmlfKLGJdw.cspx). These two issues are not separate problems because both have a common source the ultraviolet radiation of the sun. As the summer approaches, our practice focuses on means of detection, treatment and preven-

tion. Happily, some aspects of skin cancer prevention also makes us look younger. With the summer season upon us, peoples skin becomes more exposed when wearing shorts, short sleeves and bathing suits. We encourage people to look more carefully at their skin and others around them. Identify potentially problematic spots lesions that are new, lesions that have changed, lesions that bleed or never heal, those that start to itch or hurt, or those lesions with more than one color, asymmetry, jagged borders, or those that are bigger than a pencil eraser. If any of these worrisome features are observed, we recommend an evaluation. If any treatment is necessary, from initial special evaluation with dermoscopy, to treat-

ment with specialized surgery Mohs surgery our practice can provide these services from start to finish. With respect to prevention it is much easier to avoid sun damage than to reverse it. Stay out of the sun between 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Apply sunscreens one half hour before exposure. Apply a broad spectrum sunscreen (SPF 15 or above) every two hours while out in direct sun. Wear protective clothing and hats with a 4 inch brim. Of course, never go sun tanning see the following video link about the dangers of tanning salons http://www.9wsyr.com/news/ local/story/Teens-tanningand-the-truth/qCL0ehNb5EqvqXZ63HLkGw.cspx If the damage is already done (and most people have

sun damage) our practice offers a full line of products and procedures that help to reverse certain aspects of sun damage. If the sun damage is reversed, not only is there less risk of skin cancers, but the clock is turned back! We have a full line of scientifically proven products backed by our doctors and asthetician that can be customized to an individuals special needs. Photodynamic therapy and laser resurfacing are also part of our tools that help reverse ultraviolet induced DNA damage to the skin In addition to these protective measures, our practice offers a full complement of other cosmetic procedures such as medical microdermabrasion, botox, and fillers. Come in for an evaluation today!

During the last few weeks of winter in the North Country, we hunker down and wait for it to end. And its end leaves messes on lawns, streets and sidewalks, and on the floors of most homes and buildings. It is next to impossible to avoid bringing in sand, salt, and dirt from the outside during the sloppy season. While Krafft Cleaning maintains floors in homes and offices all year long, the summer brings the greatest demand for

floor covering restoration. Rinsing winter residues from indoor carpet refreshes the appearance and improves indoor air quality by removing the dust and soil load built up over the winter months. The milder weather allows for open doors for hose entry without heat loss, and for open windows to assist with faster drying of carpets and upholstery. This year, our preparation for this busy season began in early March with the installation of our mobile carpet cleanContinued on Next Page

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ing plant in a larger van. We now carry a hundred gallons of fresh water for the rinse-extraction of carpets and we have on-board 250 of hose on reels to allow us to reach most installations from the driveway. Further vehicle preparation involves (as this is written) having Nates Auto Body on Rt. 342 repaint the van and waiting for Atomic Sign Works, Bradley St., to place new lettering and logos. By the end of May, the summer cleaning season will get an early start and we will be scheduling the summer clean-up of carpeting and track-off matting, and even the high-pressure washing of walkways to remove winter debris. The Enchanted Forest/Water Safari is gearing up for the 57th season of family fun when the park opens on Wednesday, June 13! But it takes a lot more than just turning on the water rides to get New Yorks Largest Water Theme Park ready to open. Did you ever wonder what it does take? You are about to find out. Every single water ride must be cleaned, and any maintenance that needs to be done is taken care of. Surprisingly the pools are not filled with water until early June, about a week before opening! Our water rides staff is busy pressure washing, painting, and making any repairs our rides need! The Art Department is busy painting, creating new signs, refurbishing storybook characters that are in need of a makeover and much more. Our amusement rides are often given a fresh coat of paint and get any maintenance needs taken care of. These two departments work year round to make sure things are looking and working great. All 1200 lawn and beach chairs must be put into place, as well as all 160 garbage cans. The parking lot is cleaned up so that we are ready to fill up 1329 parking spaces plus 20 for buses. Our grounds crew sure does a lot to get ready for opening. Any paver bricks that need to be replaced are taken care of, every bit of grass is raked and cleaned up. Flowers must be planted, benches and picnic tables must be returned

A second, smaller van must be organized for window washing employing mineral-free water to clean without spotting. With warmer, non-freezing weather comes the demand for that sort of exterior building cleaning, as well. Our in-house mat cleaning room is now set up for washing track-off matting for full soil removal in preparation for the next messy season. All of this means more daytime work in addition to the after-hours janitorial maintenance service we provide all year long. You might say that summer at Krafft Cleaning means longer days in more than one sense.

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to their appropriate locations. Many other things are also done to ensure that the park is ready to go. In the gift shops they are busy cleaning and stocking the shelves and getting a barcode on every item. We will be introducing a new point of sale system into our gift stores this year, which will allow us to have smoother transactions by scanning each item, but that also means that every one of our different gift items must be labeled before going onto the shelf or hanger. This year we also have two new sunscreen spray stations to install, where guests pay a small fee to run a suntan lotion spray gun over their bodies for sun protection. The sunscreen comes in 3 different SPFs and is very handy when you forget your suntan lotion! Over in Food Service they are busy getting all of our stands ready, cleaning everything, ordering food items, figuring out what new menu items we may have this year, and getting everything into the appropriate locations. Our marketing and advertising teams work on new ideas all year long and the list of ads and graphics that need to be created for the next year seems to grow every year. The impending summer season also means that over 300 new and returning team members must be put back on the schedule! In May we interviewed around 160 people in 2 days! Everyone must be given new uniforms and have their photo taken for their ID Badge

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In June we will ask every single team member to attend an orientation training session. We strive to have excellent guest service and make sure that all new and returning team members are ready to welcome every guest that enters the park. New team members are trained, and returning team members are re-trained!

We could go on forever, but that is just a brief highlight of all of the work that it takes to get a water park ready for the summer, and it sure is a lot of work for a park that is only open two and half months! For more information on Enchanted Forest/Water Safari, you can visit www.WaterSafari.com son is offering a 4-credit lab science course in July. The class is three-weeks long and will meet 9:00 AM 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Also in July, there is a ceramic class that meets for thirteen days in the evenings. Students respond to it. We see more guest students who have come home for the summer and want to earn credit to transfer back to their school before they return in the fall, said Mr. Trumbell. Another Continuing Education Division initiative is to provide professional growth training to the public. From September to May members of the public can attend these workshops. But its all about kids and families from July to August. Kids camps are hands on learning. This summer kids and their parents can learn how to play the Ukulele. Other camps are focused on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM); still others focus on, chemistry, art and dance. Living and working in the North Country we know our summers are a gem of opportunity. We make it fun at Jefferson for students, kids and families alike. To learn more: www.sunyjefferson.edu or 315-786-2233.

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The Greater Watertown North Country Chamber of Commerce asked a great question when it put out a recent call for article submissions. They asked businesses if they make changes to how they do business during the summer months. The Continuing Education Division at Jefferson Community College does it all differently. John A. Trumbell, Continuing Education Coordinator, creates the summer college

course schedule. The difference between regular business and summer business is the speed in which a student can complete a course. This is a unique opportunity for an intense educational experience, said Mr. Trumbell. The summer schedule offers an eight-week and two four-week sessions, as well as several special session courses. For example, Jeffer-

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Renewed Memberships for MAY

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A & B Office Equipment Enchanted Forest/ Water Lowes Home ImproveAAMCO Transmission Safari ment Warehouse ABC Self Storage Extreme Builders, Inc. Marras Home Care & Agape Shoppe Inc. Faith Fellowship of Equipment Supplies Alex Bay 500 Go-Karts Watertown Inc. Martins Pretzels Alzheimers Assoc. Farah Dermatology and Menter, Rudin & Central NY Chapter Cosmetics Trivelpiece, PC Barrett Paving Florelle Tissue Michael Ringers St. LawMaterials Inc. Corporation rence Gallery Bay Drive-In Theatre Freeman Bus CorpNorthern Federal Credit Better Farm Clarence Henry Coach Union Blue Mountain Spring Fuller Insurance Agency, Northern Radiology ImagWater Inc. ing Center, PLLC Burns Photography & ForG WIZZ Auto Group OBriens Restaurant & Bar mal Wear Inc. Girl Scouts of NY PENN Organo Gold - IndepenBurrville Cider Mill Inc. Pathways dent Distributor Carthage Area Hospital Hector Law Office Panera Bread Cheney Tire Hicks Ice Company Parkview Cleaners, Inc. Childrens Home of JefferHilton Garden Inn Peloton LLC son County Hilton Garden Inn Pioneer Services Christopher A. Lorence Holiday Inn Express & Raso Real Estate, LLC Public Relations Suites Reed & Benoit Funeral CITEC Manufactoring & Homestead Quality Home Technology Solution Homes Richard Malone Clayton Marina Sales & Immaculate Heart River Golf Adventures Service, Inc. Central Schools RJs Catering Coldwell Banker - Rimada Jefferson County Salmon Run Shopping Realty Jefferson County Center LLC Community Action PlanHistorical Society Sams Club ning Council Jefferson Rehabilitation Sboros Restaurant Coyote Moon Vineyards Center Scottys Barbecue, Current Applications Inc. Jefferson-Lewis Board of Catering & Fun Rentals Danos Pizzeria & REALTORS Inc. Seaway Gardens Nursery Restaurant Johnson Lumber Co. Seth Buchman Attorney At Econo-Lodge Lamonts Food Fair Law Elliott Reality Inc. Leonard Printing Sherwin Williams Company South Jeff Wine & Liquors Sundance Leisure Swish Kenco Ltd T & T Chem-dry Tanglewood Properties, LLC Texas Roadhouse The Spicy Wench Thousand Islands Winery Thousand Islands Winery Timeless Frames, Dcor & Expressions Town of Clayton Tug Hill Vineyards United Group of Companies Waterbury Fine Jewelers Inc. Watertown Auto Repair Service Watertown City School District Watertown Daily Times Newspaper Watertown Eye Center Watertown Golf Club, Inc. Watertown NE Janitorial & Cleaning Watertown Urgent Care Westelcom Network, Inc. Wilbur D Thesier, PE PC Wise Woman OB/GYN Wood Creek Apartments YMCA

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to list their property for sale and for the convenience of the military our second location is perfect. They service all of Jefferson County and southern St. Lawrence County. If you are interested in buying or selling real estate in Jefferson County or the Thousand Islands Region we can assist. We cover Lake Ontario from Henderson to Cape Vincent and we cover the St. Lawrence River from Cape Vincent to Morristown. The Garden Center Sonny Moody 25625 Industrial Blvd. Watertown, NY 13601 Phone: 315-788-7770 Fax: 315-788-7442 The Garden Center is the place to shop for your garden and landscape needs. Sonny has been in the business for over 20 years. On 4.5 acres and two green houses, one with a large selection of water fountain and landscaping screens. Sonny has the knowledge to design a yard of your dreams. He specializes in caliper and mature trees. His nursery hosts deciduous and evergreen trees and a large variety of shrubs. Ponds, outdoor furniture, statues, fountains, top soil, potting needs, mulch, and a pharmacy, perennials and annuals are available. Blue Cat Cycles Murat OHara 99 Public Square Watertown, NY 13601 Phone: 315-786-3420 Email: muratohara@hotmail.com Blue Cat Cycles is celebrating 10 years of business in Watertown. They take pride in helping you answer your questions about cycling. Murat is anxious to help beginning cyclists learn and grow in the sport. They can fill in the details for advanced riders too. As part of their mission to help make cycling a part of life, they strive to teach and share information as well as provide the best products and service. They hand pick everything we sell, choosing only the best equipment the industry offers at reasonable prices. They are passionate about bikes and biking and want to help you get everything your family need to start and continue a lifetime of cycling. Blue Cat Cycles carry helmets, safety equipment, parts and a huge array of accessories. Brands included are Wethe People, Stolen, Cannondale, Bicycle Company, MASI, Scott, Eastern Bikes, and KONA to name a few. They offer all types of service from inspections, tire repair, adjustments to total overhaul ---plus more. Stop in the showroom and see all they offer. The Picnic Place 39229 Houghton Road Philadelphia, NY 13673 Phone: 315-489-0312 Alternate phone: 315-6285526 Email: thepicnicplace@ gmail.com The Picnic Place is a mobile concession that has affordable catering for FRG meetings, promotions, graduations or any occasion that you would like to celebrate. The Picnic Place can take the worry out of your food planning. They can provide drinks, flatware or just the simple food items: whole pig, pulled pork, ribs, hamburgers and hot dogs or side items that consist of beans, potato salad or pasta salad. No matter the occasion, The Picnic Place would like to help you with your party plans. Cantwell & Associates Robert Cantwell 230 James Street Clayton, NY 13624 Phone: 315-686-335Fax: 315 686-3360 Alternate phone: 315-8823145 Email: bobby@cantwell.us Website: http:// cantwellandassociates. com Cantwell & Associates, including Bobby Cantwell, Joe Navara ,and Joe Laverghetta II, offers our customers a broad range of business and personal insurance, including property, liability, automobile, health and life products. They take pride in the commitment they maintain for they clients, and the personal approach they take for your insurance needs. Stop in at their convenient Clayton office location or call today! Insight Forensic Counseling, Inc. Robin Colello 120 Washington Street Suite 312 Watertown, NY 13601 Phone: 315-755-2665 Email: rcolello@twcny. rr.com Private Practice - Counseling Services. Providing Forensic Assessments and Counseling to children and adults. You may obtain the services you need for both you and your family. A forensic counselor is involved with counseling and treatment of individuals in the criminal justice system. Forensic counselors dont spend their days analyzing crime scene evidence in a lab; they help courts decide how best to treat and manage criminal offenders. Forensic counselors are therapists specially trained to be criminal justice specialists. Not only do they treat criminal offenders, they are often the experts courts call upon when judges have to decide on appropriate sentencing and treatment for convicted criminals. Forensic counselors must be skilled in conflict resolution and negotiation, know mental health law, and even how to mediate in child custody cases. Some may choose to specialize in juvenile justice and delinquency. Counselors must be prepared to testify in court and offer advice, and sometimes arrange for medical care and other outside services once the offender is released.

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Army Community Service Relocation Readiness-Making Smooth Moo-ves may borrow items such
By: Sara Lynch, ACS Outreach Coordinator
For military Families, the spring and summer months are known as PCS (Permanent Change of Duty Station) Season. With this in mind, Army Community Services Relocation Readiness Program (RELO), becomes particularly busy as their programming is designed to ensure that Soldiers and Families both arriving to and departing from Fort Drum, experience a smooth, stress free move. Soldiers and their Families arriving at Fort Drum will be welcomed by a friendly, knowledgeable staff of professionals who can help with many aspects of relocation ranging from borrowing household items if your belongings have yet to arrive to immigration and naturalization assistance for Spouses and children of active-duty service members, retirees, and Department of the Army civilians. When a Soldier first arrives, the initial settling in process can be challenging. That is why he or she is encouraged to attend the Newcomers Orientation given by Relocation Readiness in which various agency briefers explain on post resources, all of the various ACS services as well as interesting information about the area. Relocation Readiness also offers the Drum Family Welcome Tour. This narrated tour includes on post points of interest as well as a tour of the surrounding community. If our Soldiers and Families are awaiting housing and currently in a hotel, Army Community service offers them a full kitchen and Family area in order to prepare a home cooked meal and relax with the Family. If our Soldiers and Families need to borrow basic household items while they await the shipment of their personal items, they as dishes, sleeping mats, playpens and or car seats for up to a thirty day lending period. Sometimes, the initial settling in period is complicated by language barriers and immigration issues. Relocation Readiness offers English for Speakers of another Language Classes and assistance is available for petitions pertaining to Spouses and children of active-duty service members, retirees, and Department of the Army civilians. Services include providing information on what forms and documentation are required for obtaining permanent residence (LPR) and U.S. citizenship. Anyone with immigration related legal issues should consult with a licensed immigration attorney. For Soldiers and Families departing Fort Drum, the Relocation Readiness Program offers one-on-one appointments to help sort out the questions regard-

ing their destination. Relo also organizes and facilitates the CONUS and OCONUS PCS briefs. These briefs are designed to prepare you for your move. If you know what to expect, the stress of moving is reduced. Relocation Readiness has a saying in honor of Northern New Yorks agricultural roots and all the dairy farms in the area. Let us help you make a smooth Moo-ve They punctuate this point by handing out stress cows for their clients to squeeze. So, whether you are arriving to Fort Drum or heading for greener pastures, Relo is here to make the process easier. Putting all cheesy puns aside, check out what Relocation Readiness has to offer and you will be pleasantly surprised.

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celebrate the 1812 bicentennial in sackets harbor!

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Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site & Sackets Harbor Battlefield Alliance, Inc. sponsored: The War of 1812 at Sackets Harbor and Kingston presentation by MJR John Grodzinski, Battlefield Alliance / Historical Society annual meeting, May 29 Weapons of the War collection on loan at the Navy Yard May 25 through Sept. 3 War of 1812 Songs & Stories musician Dave Ruch, Wed. July 4th, 2pm funded by the NYCouncil for the Humanities Postal envelope & stamp issue, 200th anniversary 1st Battle of Sackets Harbor July 19 Alliance Lawn Party July 20, guest War of 1812 Sec. of War & Sec. of State James Monroe funded by the NYCouncil for the Humanities Recalling the Recent War of 1812: President Monroe July 21 funded by the NYCouncil for the Humanities Boots & Slippers On the Ground: The War of 1812 in Sackets Harbor Sat. mornings July Aug. The Civil War of 1812 author Alan Taylor Friday August 3, 6pm, funded by the NYCouncil for the Humanities War of 1812 Weekend Saturday and Sunday Aug.4-5; Crown Forces Memorial ground breaking Battle of Sackets Harbor book and Archeology of the War of 1812 in Sackets Harbor exhibit Community Projects: Villages Bicentennial Peace Garden Dedication West Main St., Sat. June 16, 2pm Community War of 1812 Bicentennial Kick-Off BBQ Sat. June 16th, 2-5pm, American Legion Post War of 1812 Heroes street banners and bunting Village fireworks July 4th, 9:30pm WPBS-TV Bicentennial spots launch in autumn, co-produced with Battlefield Site

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Toronto Sackets Harbor shared observances April 27 NPS Battlefield Protection Program at Sackets Harbor presentation by Matt Kirk, Battlefield Alliance / Historical Society annual meeting, Wed. May 29, 200th Anniversary of Battle Centennial Monument re-dedication Wed. May 29 and Field of Honor display Postal envelope & stamp issue, 2nd Battle of Sackets Harbor May 29, 200th anniversary Linda Russell, musician July 4th ; Village fireworks, 9:30pm Alliance Lawn Party July 19, guest War of 1812 gunsmith Ethan Stillman Boots & Slippers On the Ground: The War of 1812 in Sackets Harbor presentations July - Aug. Don & Dianne Graves, authors Friday Aug. 2 Large War of 1812 bicentennial re-enactment Aug. 3-4 and Crown Forces Memorial dedication; War of 1812 vessels row/sail race Kingston Sackets Virtual Field Trips with SHBSHS staff/ volunteers through the Sackets Harbor Central School Organ Music in the War Years St. Andrew and United Presbyterian Churches, Sat. July 27, 7-9pm

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The Focus on Cape Vincent Amateur Photo Contest begins and continues until August 15th. The subjects of the photographs must be of the Cape Vincent town and village area. They may include sunsets, scenery, people and events. Any season of the year is acceptable. The photos are added to the photo library of the Chamber of Commerce and are used to promote the area in press publications. No digital enhancements or pet photos please. For additional information or to register call the chamber office at 315-654-2481. Registration forms may be found online at www.capevincent. org.

June 1,

Walk and 10k race in Philadelphia NY, on June 2. The Race for Open Space is unique in that participants will run by farmland that has been recently conserved just outside of post. This is made possible by a partnership between Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust, Fort Drum, and Ducks Unlimited. This will be a timed race with awards to top runners. Registration is only $10 (if received before May 25th and $15 on race day) the race is open to all ages. Join us as we race for open space, . http://www.tughilltommorrowlandtrust.org

June 3,

June 2,

Wine Club Open House, 4pm - 6pm (Invitation Only) Enjoy appetizers & an exclusive, behind the scenes tour of the winery, Thousands Islands Winery, 43298 Seaway Ave, Suite #1, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607

June 2,

There will be an AARP Safe Drivers course given at the United Church on Broadway from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. For more information call 315-6544419.

June 2,

Heritage Days, 2012, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Fun for the Whole Family! 1800s Living History hands-on activities & Games. Butter making, Ice creammaking, Firefighting, Maple Syrup making, One-Room Schoolhouse and Much More! Live Music & Entertainment, Antique Fire Truck Muster by the T.I. Hose Haulers, New Car/Truck Expo, Highway Legends Classic Car Cruise-In & History Road Rally. www. jeffersoncountyhistory.org, Jefferson County Historical Society, 228 Washington St, Watertown, NY 13601, 315-782-3491 Fees/Admission: Under 18 $2/Adults $5 (Family Maximum $10) Discounts to Members, Military & Seniors

ZUMBA FOR KIDS SAKE, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, A family Zumbathon to Benefit Childrens Miracle Network Watertown, New York --- Zumba for Kids Sake, is a family Zumbathon being held Sunday, June 3rd, 2 - 4 p.m. The event, which benefits Childrens Miracle Network of Northern New York, will be part of the Brownville Village General Brown Days activities. Registration starts at 1:30 p.m. and it will take place outdoors at the Brown Mansion, located AT 216 Brown Boulevard in the Village of Brownville (or in case of rain at the Brownville American Legion party barn, located directly behind the Legion, on the corner of Main and Washington Streets). Zumba for Kids Sake is an event aimed at promoting a healthy and active lifestyle for the entire family. What better way to get your kids interested in exercise than to exercise together as a family, says Zumba instructor Kierstyn Zaykoski. She adds, Youre never too old or too young to start making healthy lifestyle changes. To pre-register, call the CMN office at 315-785-405 or email jmejias@shsny. com. Donations are $15 (children 12 and under $5). All proceeds will benefit Childrens Miracle Network of Northern New York at Samaritan Medical Center.

music by the Critics of Syracuse Catering by Dominicks Restaurant of Syracuse, NY. Held at the State Office June 6, Building at 317 Washington Street, The Hospitality Expo & Boldt Castle Watertown, NY 13601 Dancing, Great Open House, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Food and plenty of fun! Chances to Wednesday, June 6th from 10 am win spa packages and other prizes! 2:00 pm the 1000 Islands International Company sponsorship available, Tourism Council and the Thousand Tickets are $70 per person, Tables of Islands Bridge Authority will host 10 available, Renue Spa and Skincare the 2012 Hospitality Expo and Boldt Center, 315-221-4089, http://www. Castle Open House and we invite you renuespaandskincarecenter.com to be part of it. This is a well- attended and much anticipated event every June 16, year. Transportation for all exhibitors The United Church will have a rumis provided by the Thousand Islands mage sale at the Memorial Hall on Bridge Authority from the Boldt Castle Broadway St. starting at 10:00 am. Yacht House. Questions? Please call They will also be selling hot dogs and Tillie at (315) 482-2520 or (800) 847ice cream starting at 10:00 am. For 5263, Or email: Tillie@visit1000islands. more information call Rev. Mark Pierce com. Please respond by May 25th. at 315-654-2881 or Julie Worden at 315-654-2173.

change for the winter months. For more information call 315-654-2413.

June 9,

Trash and Treasure Days/Community June 16, Wide Yard Sale, Clayton, Contact St. Vincent of Paul Church on Kanady www.1000islands-clayton.com or (315- St. will be having a Yard Sale at the 686-3771) Parish Center. For more information call 315-654-2176.

June 15-August 10,

June 2,

Race for Open Space 5k Run/Walk and 10k Run, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust will hold its 2nd annual Race for Open Space 5k Run/

The Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the Annual Town and Village Wide Yard Sales. The sales begin at 8:00 am and last until 3:00 pm. Registration fee is $2.00 for placement on a map of sales and balloons to mark the sale. Space is available on The Village Green for $5.00 for residents of the town of Cape Vincent who live outside the village. For more June 15-17, information or to register a sale conThe Great NYS Food & Wine Festival, tact Shelley Higgins at 315-654-2481. Cerow Recreation Park Arena (315686-4310) www.NYSFOODWINEFES- June 16, TIVAL.com (315-686-3771) Opening of bass and muskellunge season on the U.S. side of the St. June 15-17, Lawrence River and Lake Ontario. New Sailing the Seaway --- Tall Ship, Frink York State fishing licenses may be Park, Downtown Clayton, www.sail- purchased at several locations in and ingseawayclayton.com (315-686-3771) around Cape Vincent. There are also licensed fishing guides available for June 16, chartering a boat. For more informaMidsummers Eve Masked Ball, tion call the Chamber of Commerce at 6-10pm, Renue Spa & Skincare Center 315-654-2481. June 4, proudly presents...Midsummers Eve Poets & Writers INK meet the first Masked Ball, to benefit the childrens June 16, Monday in June from 7:00 pm to 9:00 charity projects of the Watertown Eve- Cape Vincent Village dock will be an pm at the Breakwater Gallery on Club ning Rotary Club. In partnership with official card stop for the Alexandria St. until September. Location and time NNY Community Foundation, Live Bay Poker Run. Over 30 offshore

Box Lunch Revue, The Downtown Business Association will again be hosting the Box Lunch Review Fridays from June 15th-August 10th from 11am-1pm. Bring your lunch or purchase lunch from some of the fine downtown restaurants. You can enjoy your lunch while listening to local entertainers. Jefferson County Historical Society, Al Romano 788-4503

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Announcements
Fort Drum to share a bronze award in the 2012 Army Communities of Excellence. The post will share the bronze award with U.S. Army Garrison Japan and U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, Korea. The award comes with a $150,000 prize, and local officials are scheduled to accept the award at the Pentagon in May.

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They opened their doors in June of 1987 and founded on a simple premise, to provide quality products and service to those with need.

Fort Drum: The Army has picked

recently received a national award for Excellence in Asphalt Pavement for the Taxiway B & C Rehabilitation at Ogdensburg International Airport. The award was presented to Barrett by the National Asphalt Pavement Association for high levels of quality both in the field and at the Norwood plant.

Barrett Paving Materials, Inc.: Barrett Paving Materials, Inc.

Childrens Clinic recently received a $6,919 grant from the state Dental Foundation to implement a preventive dentistry program at Fort Drum. The clinic received one of three Give Kids a Smile awards the foundation gave for its efforts to improve childrens oral health in upstate New York.

The North Country Childrens Clinic: The North Country

Watertown City School District: 22 high school students from

The Development Authority of the North Country: The

Watertown City School District will participate in the Reading Buddies program, a take on the Big Brothers Big Sisters Beginning this school year, students are scheduled to meet six times a year to work on reading and homework and catch up on each others lives. Students will be able to go to Reading Buddies sessions nine or 10 times a year, in order to get what she considers the full impact of the program. Approximately 300 tree seedlings were donated to the Watertown City School District. The trees, were given in memory of 1939 alumna Helen Goode Whitney, will be planted on school property to be a part of the districts nature center.

Development Authority of the North Country accepted a $200,000 state grant to help fund a $2 million road project in the town of LeRay. To be called Taylor Road, the mile-long road near Route 11 will connect Johnson Road off Route 11 to Kestrel Drive

Coldwell Banker Rimada in Watertown: Jill Rosette, a sales

Conleys Rental Management: Conleys Rental Manage-

ment, Watertown, was honored May 4 with an SBA Small Business Excellence Award in East Syracuse.Owned by Michael J. Siptrott, the business was nominated by state Small Business Development Center.

Jefferson Community College: JCCs budget gap has been

agent with Coldwell Banker Rimada in Watertown, was recently honored at the Coldwell Banker Generation Blue Experience, the brands international conference, in New Orleans for her work with video. Rosette, who routinely does video tours of her listings, became a Coldwell Banker star when her video of a Watertown property was seen by Ryan Wallace, a member of the United States Army, while he was stationed in Afghanistan. Ryan, who had not seen many videos while searching for homes in Watertown, sent Rosette a complimentary email and the two formed a relationship with led to the two working together in the purchase of Wallaces new home in December.

Transitional Living Services of Northern New York & Mental Health Association in Jefferson County: Grants awarded from

reduced to about $500,000, due to a $420,000 addition in state funding after the states final budget of an extra $31.3 million budgeted toward community colleges. Students who love to read or write now have options for pursuing their passion at Jefferson Community College. The college will offer concentrations in creative writing and literature within the liberal arts degree in the fall. At the Jefferson Community College (JCC) Annual Recognition Ceremony held on May 4, 2012 the Science Division was bestowed the Spirit of Jefferson Award for its work in creating and sustaining Super Science Saturday (SSS). The science division was one of six nominees. The Spirit of Jefferson Award was created to recognize a campus team that demonstrates cooperative effort and achieves exemplary results while working on an endeavor that benefits the college and the community, both short and long term.

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County:

the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to both Transitional Living Services of Northern New York, which will receive $397,801, and the Mental Health Association in Jefferson County, which will receive $76,600. The Transitional Living award will fund a scatteredsite leasing model, which will provide housing for eligible homeless people in multiple dwelling units throughout Lewis County. The Mental Health Associations money will be used toward a peer-run housing program. The funds both agencies received were a part of $16 million made available to 49 new homeless programs across the state. The money is a part of $201 million awarded nationwide to 731 programs

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Maternal and Early Childhood Foundation. To be offered in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Lewis County, the program will provide parenting education through home visits and group classes throughout Jefferson and Lewis counties.

Solutions, Inc., was awarded a 6 day trip to Rome Italy by the Xerox corporation for achieving 142% of their annual plan in 2011. McAloons agency was competing with 50+ other similar sized agencies across the country, north country digital was ranked number 1 in the northeast and number 3 in the country. The company was incorporated in 2007 and annual sales have grown from $850,000 to $1.4 million in 2011. According to president and owner, Dan McAloon, the unprecedented growth can be attributed to a loyal customer base, an excellent partner in Xerox, and local quality service. The presidents club trip featured a stay at the Westin excelsior hotel , located in the center city portion of Rome. While in Rome, Dan and his wife Lisa, visited the Trevi fountain, Spanish steps, the coliseum, the forum and former site of the roman senate. They also traveled to Vatican city and toured the Vatican museum, Sistine chapel and St. Peters basilica. The McAloons were also treated to a gala night out by Xerox, the entire group of 200 winners were transported to the villa Milani, which was situated on a hill overlooking the city of Rome.

North Country Digital Solutions, Inc: North Country Digital

New Additions
Hospice of Jefferson County:
Hospice of Jefferson Countys board of directors has appointed two interim administrators to oversee daily operations until a permanent CEO is hired.The board appointed Susan B. Warner, the agencys director of business and finance, and Kate Wright, the agencys director of patient care, to be co-interim administrators.

Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust: Five north country land trusts
received a total of $150,300 in state grants to further their conservation efforts. One of those area grant recipients were: Tug Hill Tomorrow Land Trust, Watertown, which received a two-year grant worth $75,000 to hire a full-time land protection manager to oversee its farmland protection program with Fort Drum.

NYS Zoo at Thompson Park:

The New York State Zoo is pleased to announce that several new animals have joined our Zoo family. They are excited to announce the

Marras HomeCare: Congratulations to Marras Homecare for celebrating 25 years in business.

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powerboats will come into Cape Vincent around 11:00 am to receive a playing card and be on their way down the river to finish the run. For more information call Shelley Higgins at the Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce at 315-654-2481.

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Painters at the gallery on Club St. from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. For more information call 315-654-4750 or 315-654-2413.

3 to 5pm, free with donations accepted

June 27,

June 22 -July 15,

June 17,

Sackets Harbors International War of 1812 Bicentennial Peace Garden Dedication, West Main at Ray Sts., Sun. June 17th, 2pm, free

June 17,

Sackets Harbors War of 1812 Bicentennial Kick-Off BBQ, at Harold W. Townsend American Legion Post #1757, 209 Ambrose St., Sun. June 17th, 2 to 5pm, open to the public, BBQ fee charged.

The Breakwater Gallery on Club St. is hosting an exhibit featuring works from Plein Air Painters Thousand Islands Region. The meaning of en plein air is in the open air. Painters may be seen painting outside in the Thousand Islands Region and may be in the Cape Vincent area June 20th and possibly June 22nd. The admission to the gallery is always free. For more information call 315654-4750.

June 22-July 30,

June 21-September 6,

(Thursdays) Farmers Market, Frink Park, Downtown Clayton, www.1000islands-clayton.com (315686-3771)

June 21,

Along the Rivers Edge Art Show & Sale, Opening Reception, Friday, June 22 - 5:00 - 7:00 PM, Thousand Islands Arts Center~ Home of the Handweaving Museum, 314 John Street, Clayton, New York 13624, Visit us on the web at www.tiartscenter.org

Know the 10 Signs; Early Detection Matters, 2-3:30pm, A representative from the Alzheimers Association, Central New York Chapter will present a workshop on the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimers and dementia, Event LocationFlower Memorial Library, 229 Washington Street, Watertown, NY , Contact Information: Kelly Shaheen, Associate Program Director (315)782-8755 x110

June 23,

June 21 & 28,

Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimers Disease, A representative from the Alzheimers Association, Central New York Chapter will present a two-part series on Legal and Financial issues to consider when an individual has been diagnosed with Alzheimers. This is for educational purposes - legal and/ or financial advice will not be given. Event Location: Carthage Area Hospital, Womans Way to Wellness Center, 117 N. Mechanic Street, Carthage, NY , Date/Time Information: 6/21/2012 - 5:30 pm til 7:30 pm and 6/28/2012 - 5:30 pm til 7:30 pm, Contact Information: Kelly Shaheen, Associate Program Director (315)7828755 x110 The Breakwater Gallery is hosting an Artist Reception for Plein Air

The weekly Farmers and Crafters Market sponsored by the Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce begins on this Saturday. Farmers will be selling starter plants for gardens, early vegetables and berries. There will also be crafters present with homemade wooden and handcrafted items for sale. The market is open from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm and space rental is $25.00 a season for non-members and $10.00 a season for members. For a vendors application or for more information call the chamber office at 315-654-2481.

The Great Race, The Great Race is a cross-country rally that pits driver/ navigator teams against the clock and against each other. This years event will be around the Great Lakes, covering 19 cities, 2 countries and 4 states. Entrants will participate in a timed, controlled-speed, endurance competition over scenic public highways and roads. The scores for each team are the result of a teams ability to follow all designated course instructions precisely. Following specific course instructions, teams navigate through 4 to 7 timed checkpoints each day. Their arrival time at each checkpoint is recorded and compared against the perfectly driven route, with each second off the perfect time, (either early or late) counted as penalty points. The winning team is the one with the lowest overall score (the most accurately driven route) at the end of the event. Event Location: Finish for the day will be at the Watertown Fairgrounds, Coffeen Street, Watertown, NY 1-800-989-RACE or www.greatrace. com

birth of seven Grey wolf pups. Mother Kaja, is recovering well after giving birth Sunday, April 30, 2012. The litter consisted of four male pups and female pups. On Feb. 26, the New York State Zoo at Thompson Park welcomed the birth of a female river otter pup.Molly was born weighing 128 grams to mom, Lola, and father, Otis. She joins Sunny and Annie as part of the Zoos Otter Creek exhibit.

Jefferson Rehabilitation Center: The Jefferson Rehabilitation

Center has hired Cynthia Ackerman as its new residential services director.

Antique Boat Museum: The Antique Boat Museums board of trustees named the museums interim director, Frederick H. Fritz Hager, as its new executive director

Expansions
Sams Club: The Sams Club at 1283 Arsenal St. will be adding a bakery and photo department and expanding its deli to offer takeout dinners upgrades that will add 19 positions. Workers started the expansion project in March and plan to finish in September. In addition to offering new food products and services, the store will get a face lift to include new shelving units, renovated bathrooms and an exterior paint job. Eagle Ridge Village: The developer at Eagle Ridge Village in the town of LeRay will drop its plan for commercial space and add 40 to 45 two- and three-bedroom townhouses to the 39 four-bedroom units already planned at the site at Route 342 and Goulds Corners Road.

June 29-July 1,

Thousand Islands River Run, 6th Annual Thousand Islands River Run Motorcycle Rally, Friday, June 29th: Kick off Block Dance! Music by: Emerald City Saturday, June 30th: Live Music Fest Music by: Rewind, Jambones, Cousin Jake, The Vertical Outlaws MC Stunt Group, ROBs Dyno Service out of Mass., Miss Fastlane Biker Contest, Tattoo Contests, Burn Out Contest, Ma & Pa Custom Bike Show, Prizes and more! Sunday, July 1st: Wind Down Poker Run Music by: The Bad Husbands For more information contact: The Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce at 315-482-9531 or call Mary at 315-482-4105 or visit: http:// tiriverrun.com

June 23-24,

During the 4th weekend in June anyone can fish New York State waters and no license is required. Since no license is required, its the perfect time to take a friend or relative fishing. For more information contact the NYS Regional DEC Fisheries Office in Cape Vincent at 315-654-2147.

Retirements
Watertown Salvation Army: Watertown Salvation Army Capt. Evelyn M. Hoppings last month in the city will be spent doing what she loves most childrens programming. Her sevenyear stint at the 723 State St. agency will end June 24, but before then she will make sure children who attend the agency have a great summer.

June 24-September 2,

June 22,

Concerts on the Waterfront, sponsored by the Sackets Harbor Historical Society at the Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Sites Centennial Memorial Grove, West Main or Washington Sts., Sundays from June 24 through September 2, from