Friday, April 14

Ducks Unlimited dinner

CANTON — The St. Lawrence University Chapter of Ducks Unlimited (SLU DU) is holding its annual sportsman’s night out on Friday, April 14 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Saphead Complex, 5355 County Route 27. Tickets range in price from $20 for students, $55 non-student, $90 couple, and $280 sponsorship. Buffet dinner catered by Fobare’s BBQ, live music by Mike Brewster, games, raffle items and a silent auction to raise money for Ducks Unlimited. Info: 315-750-2934, stlawuducksunlimited@gmail.com. Tickets: www.tinyurl.com/Sludubanquet23 .

Organ concert

CANTON — St. Lawrence University’s Office of the Chaplain is presenting an organ concert series featuring The Music of Northern Germany on Friday, April 14 at 12:15 p.m. at Gunnison Memorial Chapel. Sondra Goldsmith Proctor will be the organist. The concert will feature the music of composers Henrich Scheidemann, Johann Adam Reincken and Deitrich Buxtehude. Info: 315-229-5630, chapel@stlaw.edu.

Dan Berggren

CANTON — TAUNY’s free Cabin Fever Concert Series will feature Dan Berggren April 14 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30. Donations accepted. Berggren is a tradition-based songsmith who writes with honesty, humor and a strong sense of place. An award-winning musician and educator, Berggren’s roots are firmly in the Adirondacks where he was raised on land that had been in the family for five generations. Nonalcoholic refreshments available. All ages are welcome.

Tooth talk

POTSDAM — SUNY Potsdam’s Department of Chemistry will welcome Dr. Randolph Mitchell ‘77 for a public talk, “Forensic Odontology: When the Teeth Do the Talking,” on Friday, April 14, from 11 a.m. to noon, in Stowell Hall Room 211. Mitchell, who worked as a general family dentist for 36 years before his recent retirement, has been the forensic odontologist for the Monroe County (NY) Office of the Medical Examiner since 2009. Info: www.potsdam.edu/stem.

Sound Sandbox

CANTON — Sound Sandbox Ensemble will perform Friday, April 14 at 8 p.m. in Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall at St. Lawrence University. Free, open to the public. The Sound Sandbox provides a space for musicians to experiment with creating new sounds. This semester, the group will work on a silent film project, adding live sound to Buster Keaton short films. Musicians and foley artists will be present, providing sound effects to enhance the film experience. Info: 315-229-5166.

Saturday, April 15

Flo Rida concert

CANTON — SUNY Canton College Activities Board’s Spring 2023 concert will feature rapper and recording artist Flo Rida Saturday, April 15 at the Roos House Convocation, Athletic and Recreation Center. Pre-sale tickets: $50, $30 for students and alumni. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets at the event: $75. Flo Rida’s 2007 breakout single “Low” was number one for 10 weeks in the U.S. and broke the record for digital download sales. Info: 315-386-7315, studentactivitiesoffice@canton.edu.

All-you-can-eat breakfast

CANTON — Canton United Methodist Church, 41 Court St., will host an all-you-can-eat, sit-in breakfast on Saturday, April 15 from 8-11 a.m. Cost: $7 per person. Children younger than five eat for free. Breakfast includes: pancakes with real maple syrup, scrambled eggs, bacon, homemade donut holes, toast, coffee and juice.

Tribal caucus

AKWESASNE — The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe’s Election Board will hold the annual Tribal Caucus for seven leadership seats on Saturday, April 15. The caucus will begin at 10 a.m. in the lobby of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Tribal Administration Building when the floor will be opened for nominations for each respective position. Info: (518) 358-2272.

Sportsman show

HELENA — The Helena Vol. Fire Dept. is hosting a sportsman show at the Helena Fire Station on April 15 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and April 16, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission: $3. Under 12 free. Raffles and food available. Outdoor sports vendors wanted. No ATM on site. Info: Pat, 315-842-7848.

Trail work

POTSDAM — Trail work on the Red Sandstone trail with ADK Laurentian Chapter on Saturday, April 15. Projects will vary depending on weather and participants but may include brush cutting, posting trail signs, installing posts, building bridges, bench cutting, and rock moving. Bring gloves, water and bug spray. Call Blair Madore at 315-261-0751 or email madorebf@potsdam.edu.

Tiny Tots Play and Craft

WADDINGTON -- Tiny Tots Play and Craft is being offered by the Hepburn Library of Waddington Saturday, April 15, for children ages 0-4 years of age. The event will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Children can play with jungle themed play-doh kits and zoo animal movement blocks, and can make an elephant handprint craft with their parent/caregiver.

The BackWater Duo

OGDENSBURG — The BackWater Duo will perform at The Bayside Grill, 1702 Ford St., on Saturday, April 15 at 6 p.m.

Food distribution

MASSENA — A food distribution will be held Saturday, April 15 from 8:30-10 a.m. at St. Peter’s Outreach Ministry, 128 Main St. for St. Lawrence County residents only. The distribution will close earlier if items are depleted.

Seniors dance

MASSENA – Massena Senior Citizens’ at 61 Beach St. are sponsoring a dances April 15 with Pure Country from 5-9 p.m. Cover charge is $5. Kitchen opens 4:30-7:30 p.m. Public 45 and older are welcome.

Boyden Brook Band

NORFOLK — Bregg Winery, 56 W. Main St., will feature local Americana Rock band, The Boyden Brook Band on Saturday, April 15 from 5-7 p.m. The group will play a variety of music including their own songs.

River Mohawk Band

POTSDAM — River Mohawk Band will perform at the Robert J Freego Amvets Post 282 on US 11 between Canton and Potsdam Saturday, April 15 from 7-11 p.m. Cost $7 couples, $5 single and veterans free.

Maple Run Marathon

CANTON — The Maple Run Half Marathon and 5K takes to Town and Village of Canton streets on Saturday, April 15. This year’s routes start at Bend in the River Park and travel away from the Village using Miner Street. The 5K will take an off-road path, while the half marathon will run out and back on Jingleville and Rich roads to Old Route 11 with a turnaround at State Hightway 11. Runners will return to the Village via Miner Street Road and Miner Street. Info: themaplerun.com.

Sunday, April 16

Youth turkey hunt training

MASSENA — The state Department of Environmental Conservation is offering a free St. Lawrence County Youth Turkey Hunt for ages 12-15 including an educational day at the Massena Rod and Gun Club, 155 Patterson Road, April 16, 11 a.m. in preparation for a youth hunting day Saturday, April 22. Sponsored by National Wild Turkey Federation and New York Conservation Officers Association. Info: Lt. Troy Basford 315-265-2757, or ECO Ian Helmer 315-559-8503.

Potsdam community clean-up

POTSDAM – The Potsdam Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual Potsdam Community Clean Up Day on Sunday, April 16 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Volunteers are needed. Bring a pair of gloves and any gardening tools that may help with clean-up. Some tools, gloves, bags, etc. will be provided. Any interested individuals, groups or organizations are asked to contact the Potsdam Chamber of Commerce. Clean Up locations will be assigned at that time.

Pancake breakfast

DEPEYSTER — DePeyster Masonic Lodge 573 will host a pancake breakfast Sunday, April 16, 7-11 a.m. Eat in or take out. Menu: pancakes, French toast, real maple syrup, scrambled eggs, sausage, coffee and juice. Cost: adults $8, children 12 and younger $5.

Holy humor day

CANTON — Canton United Methodist Church, 41 Court St., will host Holy Humor Sunday on Sunday, April 16 at 10 a.m. Holy Humor Day, a long tradition called Risus paschalis, (the Easter laugh), began when a 15th century theologian said God played a joke on the devil by raising Jesus from the dead. This service will include laughter, Christmas songs, backwards bulletins, funny uplifting stories, and wacky clothes. All are welcome to attend.

Video game music concert

CANTON — SLU String Orchestra presents Video Game Music In Concert! on Sunday, April 16, 2 p.m. at the Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall at St. Lawrence University. Free, open to the public. The program will showcase selections from popular video games such as World of Warcraft, Halo, Civilization IV, Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, and others. Under the direction of Chris Hosmer, the performance will also feature woodwind, brass, and percussion to provide a full orchestral experience. Info: 315-229-5166.

Monday, April 17

All That Breathes

POTSDAM – Cinema 10 screens “All That Breathes,” a 2022 UK/Indian/US film, at 7:15 p.m. in the Roxy Theatre on Main Street. Directed by Shaunak Sen, 97 minutes, not rated. General admission $5.50, students and seniors $4.50. Masks required.

Piskor Faculty Lecture

CANTON — The Frank P. Piskor Faculty Lecture will be Monday, April 17, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sykes Common Room at St. Lawrence University. Free, open to the public. Associate Professor of English Pedro Ponce will deliver the lecture, “Manifest Destiny Excerpts from The Complete Heresies,” a fictional history of ideas that have fascinated, inspired, and misled for centuries. Ponce regularly teaches Techniques of Fiction, Methods of Critical Analysis, and Advanced Fiction Writing.

Arctic talk planned

POTSDAM — Dr. Monica Martinez-Wilhelmus, an assistant professor in the School of Engineering at Brown University, will present a talk, “Tracing the New Arctic,” on Monday, April 17 at 6 p.m., in Kellas Hall Room 106, for SUNY Potsdam’s upcoming Diversity in STEM Talk Series, sponsored by Arconic.. There will be a reception prior to the talk, beginning at 5 p.m. in the Timerman Hall Commons. Free, and the public is welcome to attend. Info: www.potsdam.edu/about/our-campus/study-stem.

Boating safety class

OGDENSBURG – “Boat America” boating safety class will be presented by the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary online April 17-20, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., and in person on May 16-17, 5-9 p.m. at the Ogdensburg United Helpers. Tuition is $35 per person; family rates available. Pre-registration is required and will be accepted until April 7 for the April online class and May 12 for the May in-person class. Register: cgauxogdensburg@gmail.com. Info: 315-605-8041, www.cgaux.org.

Tuesday, April 18

Roast pork feed

CANTON — The Canton United Methodist Church, 41 Court St., will host a roast pork dinner on Friday, April 21 from 4:30-6 p.m. Menu: roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetables, roll, dessert. Cost: $13.50. Call the church office at 315-386-4500 or Linda D. at 315-379-9858 to pre-order. All reservations due by Tuesday, April 18.

Wednesday, April 19

Clean energy talk

POTSDAM — Clarkson University’s Science Café will feature Fueling Our Future With Clean Energy Conversions on Wednesday, April 19 at 7:15 p.m. at the Potsdam Civic Center, Community Room, 2 Park St. Prof. Simona Liguori (Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Clarkson) discusses her research into clean energy alternative sources and ways to reduce their impact on the environment. Info: Clarkson.edu/sciencecafe.

Seniors dine

MASSENA — The Massena Senior Citizens will host their monthly dinner Wednesday, April 19 from 4:30-6 p.m. Cost: $12 per person. Menu: pork loin, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, dessert, beverages. Deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, April 17. Call 315-769-7810. Skillo play for dinner purchasers will be from 3-4 p.m. $1 per card. Take-outs available with pickup between 5 and 6. No deliveries.

Historical group meets

PARISHVILLE — The annual meeting of the Parishville Historical Association will be Wednesday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Zenger residence, 1840 State Highway 72. New members are always welcome. The Association will continue to meet on the third Wednesday of each month for the summer season. Info: 315-244-3505, 315-265-0014.

‘Roll for Initiative’

MASSENA — “Roll for Initiative,” a Dungeons and Dragons storytelling game that is acted out, is being offered for teens ages 14-18 on March 22, and April 12 and April 26, from 5-7 p.m. It is also offered for Tweens ages 10-13 on March 22, and April 5 and April 19 from 5-7 p.m. Call 315-769-9914 to register.

Roast pork dinner

WEST STOCKHOLM — A take-out only roast pork dinner will be held at West Stockholm United Methodist Church, 36 County Route 57, Wednesday, April 19 from 4-6 p.m. Roast pork, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, green beans, rolls and homemade dessert for $12. Pre-order by calling or texting 315-212-8479 or 315-261-0966.

Open mic night

NORFOLK — Open mic night will be hosted by The BackWater Duo Thursday, April 20 at 7 p.m. at The Coach Tavern, 3 W. Main St. Comedy (sketch or stand-up), music (singer-songwriters, rappers, musicians and karaoke singers), magicians, poetry, and spoken word all welcome.

Union Cemetery meeting

WINTHROP — The Union Cemetery Association will meet at the home of Shirley DuBois, 487 Nichols Rd., on April 20 at 6 p.m. The agenda includes review of unfinished business, discussion of 2023 projects, and sharing new ideas. Everyone with an interest in Union Cemetery is welcome to attend. Info: Bruce Winters, 315-261-4357.

Free rabies clinic

PARISHVILLE — A free rabies clinic will be held Thursday, April 20 from 6-7 p.m. at the Town of Parishville highway garage (315-265-2131). Pre-register on the St. Lawrence County Public Health Department webpage at https://stlawco.org/Departments/PublicHealth . Links to register will not be available until one week prior to the clinic. For assistance with registration, contact the host town’s clerk. Bring your pet’s past rabies shot record. Info: 315-386-2325.

Thursday, April 20

A Post-electric Play

CANTON — The play Mr. Burns: A Post-electric Play will be staged Thursday, April 20, 8 p.m. at the Gulick Theatre at St. Lawrence University in Noble Center, 23 Romoda Drive. Open to the public. Tickets required. The play begins after the collapse of civilization, and tracks how conversations about media before the collapse could degenerate and reform into stories and then later myths and new stories. Produced in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, Inc.

Free rabies clinic

PARISHVILLE — A free rabies clinic will be offered at the town highway garage on Thursday, April 20 from 6-7 p.m. Info: 315-265-2131, 315-386-2325.

Teen poetry reading

POTSDAM — SLC Arts will host a poetry reading for teens at the Potsdam Public Library on Thursday, April 20 from 6-7:30 p.m. to celebrate National Poetry Month. Info: http://slcartscouncil.org/nationalpoetrymonth/.

SUNY play

POTSDAM — The Department of Theatre and Dance at SUNY Potsdam will present its production of “You and Me and The Space Between” Thursday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Proscenium Theater, located in the Performing Arts Center. The play is appropriate for audiences ages six and up. Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 SUNY faculty/staff, military or senior citizens, $7 6 and over, $1 for younger than 5; available at CPS Box office, 315-267-2277, www.cpspotsdam.org.

Jewish humor

CANTON — Jewish Humor is the topic of a free online presentation by SUNY Canton President Zvi Safran on Thursday, April 20 at 7 p.m. Learn about Jewish Humor, how it developed, what makes it different and similar to other kinds of humor, and how Jewish humor reflects the history of the Jewish people. Free, open to the public. Info: potsdaminterfaith@gmail.com. ZOOM link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86912014958?pwd=aExOKzBOay93akNMdnRKeEpLb09EQT09. Meeting ID: 869 1201 4958. Passcode: 782285 .

Friday, April 21

Comedy Night

MASSENA – “Laughs at the Lodge Comedy Night” will be presented Friday, April 21, at the Massena Elks Lodge. It will showcase regional comedians. Door open at 6 p.m. The show starts at 7 p.m. Proceeds will help the Christmas for the less fortunate fund and the Massena Schine theater restoration efforts. The cost is $20 per person, with $5 discount for Elks members. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online: https://massena-elks-bpoe-1702.square.site. Proceeds will help the Christmas for the less fortunate fund and the Massena Schine theater restoration efforts.

​​A Post-electric Play

CANTON — The play Mr. Burns: A Post-electric Play will be staged Friday, April 21, 8 p.m. at the Gulick Theatre at St. Lawrence University in Noble Center, 23 Romoda Drive. Open to the public. Tickets required. The play begins after the collapse of civilization, and tracks how conversations about media before the collapse could degenerate and reform into stories and then later myths and new stories. Produced in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, Inc.

SUNY play

POTSDAM — The Department of Theatre and Dance at SUNY Potsdam will present its production of “You and Me and The Space Between” Friday, April 21 at 9:30 a.m. (school performance) in the Proscenium Theater, located in the Performing Arts Center. The play is appropriate for audiences ages six and up. Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 SUNY faculty/staff, military or senior citizens, $7 6 and over, $1 for younger than 5; available at CPS Box office, 315-267-2277, www.cpspotsdam.org.

Christian coffee house, music

HAMMOND — A free coffee house with Christian music and short testimonies will be held Friday, April 21, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at First Congregational Church of Morristown, 541 Sand Street Rd. All are welcome. For more information, or to get on the list of performers, call Dixie Dave Ellis at 315-276-1878.

Earth Day yoga

CANTON — The Canton Yoga Loft is hosting a special Friday night class to celebrate Earth Day at 21 Miner St. Friday, April 21, 6-7 pm. Taught by Lori Dye and accompanied by the Caramelo Trio, this will be a special grounding class, including earth elements, with live music, scents, breathing techniques & asanas to create a calm, stable essence in & around you. All levels welcome. Registration at www.yoga-lift.org. $15 per person. Class size is limited.

Earth Day planting

MASSENA -- On Friday, April 21, the Hawkins Point Visitors Center will celebrate Earth Day with a planting activity. Participants will be able to take home their own planters to watch the plants grow. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

 

Saturday, April 22

Spring road walk

SOUTH COLTON — The Laurentian Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club will host a spring road walk, along Cemetery Road on Saturday, April 22. Easy walk to an old cemetery and a beach overlooking Blake reservoir. Option to explore a side trail to the reservoir. Two miles round trip, or 3-4 if the group explores the side trail. Fairly easy. Contact Marianne Hebert, chair@adklaurentian.org, 315-265-0756.

Dulcimer workshop

CANTON — Adirondack musician Dan Duggan will be at The TAUNY Center, Saturday April 22 at 10 a.m. to teach a Beginners II dulcimer workshop. Minimal cost to participate. Maximum class size will be 10 participants. Pre-registration is required: www.tauny.org/shop, 315-386-4289.

A Post-electric Play

CANTON — The play Mr. Burns: A Post-electric Play will be staged April 22, 2 and 8 p.m. at the Gulick Theatre at St. Lawrence University in Noble Center, 23 Romoda Drive. Open to the public. Tickets required. The play begins after the collapse of civilization, and tracks how conversations about media before the collapse could degenerate and reform into stories and then later myths and new stories. Produced in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, Inc.

Murder mystery dinner

OGDENSBURG — Ogdensburg Elks Lodge 772, 332 Caroline St., will host the murder mystery dinner “Who Stole Mama Spitunia’s Secret Sauce?” with the Grasse River Players on Saturday, April 22 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person with a special Italian themed buffet dinner and cash bar. Prizes for those who guess the suspect and solve the recipe formula. Call 315-393-5430 to purchase tickets by Wednesday, April 19.

Earth Day 7K

CANTON — 7th Annual Earth Day 7k Trail Run/Walk on Saturday, April 22 from 9-11 a.m. at Wachtmeister Field Station, Route 27. Benefits local conservation education initiatives. Check-in, registration at 8 a.m., race at 9 (walkers at 8:30 a.m.). For all fitness levels. Fee: $25, $15 students; 12 and younger, free. Info, pre-registration: https://www.natureupnorth.org/event/7th-annual-earth-day-7k-trail-runwalk, info@natureupnorth.org.

​​Youth turkey hunt

MASSENA — The state Department of Environmental Conservation will host a youth turkey hunt for hunters 12 to 15 years old at the Massena Rod and Gun Club, 155 Patterson Rd. An education day will be Sunday, April 16 at 11 a.m. and a hunting day will be Saturday, April 22. Info: 315-265-2757, 315-559-8503.

Family Resource Fair

MASSENA — A free Family Resource Fair will be held April 22, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Horizons Youth Clubhouse, 56-58 Main St. The event will provide resources to help caregivers and mentors shape and raise our youth. Door prize drawing.

LaBaff’s birthday

POTSDAM — Ernie LaBaff’s 90th birthday celebration will be held Saturday, April 22 from 1-5 p.m. at The Stables at Windy Point, 215 Sissonville Rd. The event is open invitation to the public and casual dress.

Rivers Have Rights event

POTSDAM — A Rivers Have Rights advocacy event will be held Saturday, April 22 at 3 p.m. at Clarkson University, Room 214, Bertrand H. Snell Hall, 34 Wáhta Dr. Info: https://talkingrivers.org/rivers-have-rights .

SUNY play

POTSDAM — The Department of Theatre and Dance at SUNY Potsdam will present its production of “You and Me and The Space Between” Saturday, April 22 at 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in the Proscenium Theater, located in the Performing Arts Center. The play is appropriate for audiences ages six and up. Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 SUNY faculty/staff, military or senior citizens, $7 6 and over, $1 for younger than 5; available at CPS Box office, 315-267-2277, www.cpspotsdam.org.

Spring craft fair

MADRID — Madrid-Waddington Senior Parent Committee presents the 2023 Spring Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the high school. Handmade crafts, food, jewelry, accessories, wreaths, home decor. Admission $1. Proceeds benefit the class of 2023.

Sunday, April 23

Pure Country Band

HEUVELTON — AMVETS Post 1997, 107 State St., will host a dance April 23, 1-5 p.m. featuring Pure Country Band. Cover charge $5.

SUNY play

POTSDAM — The Department of Theatre and Dance at SUNY Potsdam will present its production of “You and Me and The Space Between” Sunday, April 23 at 2 p.m. in the Proscenium Theater, located in the Performing Arts Center. The play is appropriate for audiences ages six and up. Tickets: $15 general admission, $12 SUNY faculty/staff, military or senior citizens, $7 6 and over, $1 for younger than 5; available at CPS Box office, 315-267-2277, www.cpspotsdam.org.

The Mockingbirds

HEUVELTON — The Mockingbirds (Barb Heller, Don Woodcock, George Dodds and Friends) will perform at Pickens Hall and General Store, 83 State St., on Sunday, April 23 at 3 p.m. Info: 315-344-7950.

A Post-electric Play

CANTON — The play Mr. Burns: A Post-electric Play will be staged Sunday, April 23, 2 p.m. at the Gulick Theatre at St. Lawrence University in Noble Center, 23 Romoda Drive. Open to the public. Tickets required. The play begins after the collapse of civilization, and tracks how conversations about media before the collapse could degenerate and reform into stories and then later myths and new stories. Produced in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, Inc.

Monday, April 24

The Eternal Daughter

POTSDAM – Cinema 10 screens “The Eternal Daughter,” a 2022 UK/US film, at 7:15 p.m. in the Roxy Theatre on Main Street. Directed by Joanna Hogg, 96 minutes, not rated. General admission $5.50, students and seniors $4.50. Masks required.

Book auction

OGDENSBURG — Friends of the Ogdensburg Public Library is hosting an Antique and Collectible Book Auction Monday, April 24, at 5 p.m. at 312 Washington St. Preview begins at 4 p.m. 500 books in various conditions, including first editions, signed volumes, collections, several maps, stamp collections. Many are unusual, if not rare, and valued in the hundreds of dollars. Cash, check, and credit cards accepted. Auction items: https://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/3783242.html. Info: 315-393-4325, pkerfien@ncls.org, www.ogdensburgpubliclibrary.org.

Tuesday, April 25

Virtual job fair

The New York State Department of Labor and Partners are hosting the North Country Regional Virtual Career Fair on April 26 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. A preview day will be held on April 25, where jobseekers can view content and job postings and prepare themselves for the “live” event. Register as a jobseeker at https://nysdolvirtual7.easyvirtualfair.com/user/register/step1 .

Poetry reading

POTSDAM — SLC Arts will host a poetry reading for local poets at 45 Market St. on Tuesday, April 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. The event will begin with a brief reading by Creatives Rebuild NY artist, Karyn Crispo, and will include an opportunity for poets to meet and greet attendees after the reading. Info: http://slcartscouncil.org/nationalpoetrymonth/.

Wednesday, April 26

‘Roll for Initiative’

MASSENA — “Roll for Initiative,” a Dungeons and Dragons storytelling game that is acted out, is being offered for teens ages 14-18 on March 22, and April 12 and April 26, from 5-7 p.m. It is also offered for Tweens ages 10-13 on March 22, and April 5 and April 19 from 5-7 p.m. Call 315-769-9914 to register.

Spring cleanup drop-off

LOUISVILLE — The town of Louisville will hold a spring cleanup drop off at the highway department at 14810 State Highway 37 April 26-29 from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. for town residents. Town employees will be available to help. No liquids, tires, propane tanks, household garbage or construction material will be accepted. Brush pick-up begins the following week.

Free rabies clinic

LOUISVILLE — A free rabies clinic will be offered at the Louisville Community Center on Wednesday, April 26 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Info: 315-764-7473, 315-386-2325.

Thursday, April 27

Howl story slam

MORRISTOWN — The Adirondack Center for Writing and North Country Public Radio will host one of its six Howl Story Slams in Morristown for its 2023 spring season. The Howl will convene a storytelling slam on April 27 at 7 p.m. at the Iron Horse Grill. Anyone can sign-up. Winning storytellers will be invited to compete in the Grand Slam event held later at St. Lawrence University.

Community supper

POTSDAM — Potsdam Presbyterian and Trinity churches are hosting a dine in or take out community supper on Thursday, April 27 from 5-6:30 p.m. Menu: pork on a bun, coleslaw and dessert. Call 315-265-5754 no later than Monday, April 24 at 4 p.m. to make reservations for dine in or take out. Leave name and number of dinners needed.

Friday, April 28

Arbor Day celebration

OGDENSBURG -- An Arbor Day celebration will be held Friday, April 28, at 10 a.m. at the Ogdensburg Police Department. This year the tree planting will be in memory of Sergeant Scott Reed. The police station is located at 800 Park Street.

The BackWater Duo

HAMMOND — The BackWater Duo will perform at Bella-Brooke Vineyard, 2989 County Route 6, on Friday, April 28 at 6 p.m.

Student recital

CANTON — A student recital performance will be held Friday, April 28 at 4:30 p.m. at the Peterson-Kermani Performance Hall at St. Lawrence University. The event is free and open to the public. Students who have been studying privately this semester will be performing solos or in small ensembles. The recital will feature students in voice, violin, and clarinet. Info: 315-229-5166.

Funk Ensemble

CANTON — SLU Funk Ensemble will perform Friday, April 28 at 9 p.m. at Launders Underground at St. Lawrence University. Free, open to the public.Featuring a talented ensemble of musicians from SLU, the concert will showcase a variety of funk and soul classics. The band features tight rhythms, dynamic horn section, and electrifying solos for die-hard funk fans or those simply looking for a night of dancing.