Friday, June 30

Double Axel

NORFOLK — Double Axel will kick off the second annual Norfolk Concert Series Friday, June 30 at 6 p.m. in Norfolk Memorial Garden Park on Main Street. The concert is free; donations are accepted. Donate, info: Norfolkconcertseries.com; norfolkconcertseries@gmail.com or 315-244-7787.

Bottle drive underway

DEKALB JUNCTION — B&B Bottle Redemption Center, 120 Canton St., is hosting a bottle drive June 29 through July 7 to benefit the DeKalb Revitalization Committee. Funds will go toward future events like movies in the park and the publication of their Hermon-DeKalb Business Directory. Drop off bottles and cans at B&B and say it is a donation to the DRC.

Community paddle

CANTON — Nature Up North will host a community paddle Friday, June 30 from 6:30-8 p.m. starting from the Little River Boat launch. Paddlers will explore Little River, learn about the surrounding forest, and turtles. Boats, paddles, and adult life jackets are provided, but provide a life jacket for youth and children. All youth under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. RSVP by emailing info@natureupnorth.org and specify name, group size and canoe/kayak preference.

Bag sale underway

NORFOLK — The Whistle Stop Thrift Store, 11 W. Main St., is having a $5 bag sale on clothing/footwear (except house goods) until Saturday, July 8. Store hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon.

Orchestra concert

POTSDAM — The Orchestra of Northern New York will host its Fantastic Film Favorites concert to ring in the Fourth of July holiday on Friday, June 30 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall at the Crane School of Music. The orchestra will salute July 4th, thank active-duty military and veterans with patriotic favorites, and celebrate America's love of the movies with songs like “Fanfare for American War Heroes,” “Armed Forces Salute,” and “The Stars and Stripes Forever.” Tickets are available for purchase at www.onny.org.

Friday night karaoke

HEUVELTON — AMVETS Post 1997, 107 State St., will host Friday Night KC Karaoke June 30 from 6-9 p.m.

Mockingbirds

RUSSELL — The Mockingbirds will perform old-time and folk music at the Russell Theatre Friday, June 30 from 7-9 p.m. The band is George Dodds, guitar, vocals; Don Woodcock, fiddle, vocals; Barb Heller, guitar, vocals; Camilla Ammiratti, banjo, vocals. Suggested donation: $10. Refreshments, 50/50. Info: 315-347-2358.

Birding 101, Insect bug hunt

MASSENA – Nicandri Nature Center will offer two free programs June 30: “Birding 101,” 10-11 a.m. and “Insect bug hunt,” 2-3 p.m. The nature center is located at 23 Robinson Bay Rd, Massena. For more info: (315) 705-5022 or http://www.nicandrinaturecenter.org/

Blood drive

POTSDAM — A blood drive will be held June 30, 12:30-5:30 p.m., at Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day Saints, 21 Castle Dr. Info: RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

Blood drive

OGDENSBURG — A blood drive will be held June 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at United Helpers RiverLedge, 8101 State Highway 68. Info: RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS.

Saturday, July 1

Plumb Memorial Fireworks

HANNAWA FALLS — 38th annual Robert Plumb Memorial Fireworks display by Majestic Fireworks will be set off at dusk on Saturday, July 1 at Postwood Park. Viewing spots available along State Highway 56, at the beach, and from Jake’s on the Water, in the yard. After-hours dinner menu from 8-11 p.m. Donations can be made at Chip's Place to assist with costs for next year's display. Sponsored by Jakes on the Water.

Leaf litter critters

CANTON — Nature Up North will host the workshop Leaf Litter Critters: Who Lives Under Foot? Saturday, July 1, 9:30-11 a.m. at Wachtmeister Field Station. The leaf litter that lines the forest floor is teeming with cool creatures that often go unnoticed. Info: https://www.natureupnorth.org/event/leaf-litter-critters .

3D archery fun shoot

NORFOLK — Norfolk Rod and Gun Club, Cemetery Road, will host a 3D archery fun shoot Saturday, July 1 with 15 targets, twice around. Registration from 8-10 a.m. Cost: $10 Adults, 17 and younger shoot for free.

Classic car show

LOUISVILLE — The Louisville Fire Department’s third annual car show will be held at Station #2 on Route 37 on July 1 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be more than 150 classic cars and other vehicles, a live band, chicken barbecue, ribs, hamburgers and beverages. Proceeds will benefit Lousiville Fire Department.

Brassy Ice Cream Social

CHILDWOLD – The Potsdam Brass Quintet will kick off the Orchestra of Northern New York’s Summer Chamber Music Series on July 1 with a Classy, Brassy Ice Cream Social. Festivities begin at 1 p.m. at the Childwold Memorial Presbyterian Church. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy great music with cake and ice cream as an outreach initiative of the Orchestra of Northern New York and The Secret Sits Pro Musica Ensembles, Gull Pond, NY and Athens, GA. The quintet celebrates its 55th Anniversary this year. Info: onny.org, 315-212-3440.

Sunday, July 2

Dan Duggan, Magpies

NORWOOD — The Norwood Village Green Concert Series will continue its 50th Anniversary Season on Sunday, July 2 with local musician Dan Duggan playing for a public dance on the Green at 6 p.m., and a performance by Magpie at 7 p.m. Info: nvgcs.org, 315-261-2866.

Fairgrounds fireworks

GOUVERNEUR — Gouverneur Fire Company will host the largest display of fireworks in the North Country on Sunday, July 2, at dusk at the Gouverneur Fairgrounds. Food vendors on site. Donations will be asked at the gate.

Beady butterflies

WADDINGTON — Children will learn to make beady butterflies Sunday, July 2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Carriageway at The Gallery, 14 Main St. All materials supplied. Beads of all colors to make a one-of-a-kind butterfly. No registration needed. Donations accepted. www.lakestlawrencearts.com.

Steven Cali Band concert

POTSDAM — The Lodge @Dreaming Tree Ranch will stage an outdoor concert July 2, rain or shine, 5-7 p.m. featuring The Steven Cali Band. Tickets: Tix.com for $20 each plus fees, https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/tix/6987/event/1326931 . Concert will feature Cali’s own records and a mixture of new and classic cover songs. Gates will open at 4 p.m. and attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn seating. Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the event.

Akwesasne Art Market

AKWESASNE – The 2023 Akwesasne Art Market & Juried Show will take place Sunday, July 2 at Generations Park. Live music by the River Mohawks, Jake Adams & Crosswinds, Bear Fox, Feryn King, and Karionhianonha Francis. Demonstrators, traditional and contemporary cultural art forms, one-of-a-kind pieces for sale. Juried art show will award over $10,000 across 12 categories, including youth category for emerging artists age 17 and under. Free and open to the public.

Flotilla and Family Fun Day

NORWOOD — The annual Independence Day Flotilla along the Norwood Beach will be held Sunday, July 2, starting at noon. All boats are welcome. Call 315-353-9965 for more information. Family Fun Day will also be held at the Norwood Beach July 2. A variety of family fun activities will be offered, including tie-dye. Bring a white shirt, socks, bandanas, etc. Local singer Nicole White will be performing.

Monday, July 3

Fireworks in Morristown

MORRISTOWN — Morristown Volunteer Fire and Rescue Squad will launch fireworks from behind the station at dusk on Monday, July 3. Live music from Another Fine Mess from 7-11 p.m. Vendors, food, cold beverages, games of chance, 50/50, kids games.

Norwood fireworks, dance, parade

NORWOOD — The Norwood Fire Department will host Independence Day celebrations on July 3 and 4. On July 3 there will be bounce houses on the village green at 1 p.m. Demolition derby is slated at Fireman’s Field at 1 p.m. A block dance with the Norwood Brass Firemen on the green beginning at 9 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk at the Fireman’s Field.

River of Lights

COLTON — The River of Lights event to celebrate the Independence holiday will be Monday, July 3, from 9:15-10:30 p.m. in Colton. Residents living along Higley Flow will light flares along the shore to light up the river.

Canton seniors club convene

CANTON — The Canton Senior Citizen Club will meet Monday, July 3, at 1 p.m. at 35 Riverside Drive (white highrise). Zach Regan of Snap Ed of St. Lawrence County will speak on a variety of topics for healthy nutrition. All seniors welcome. Info: Myrtle Regan, 315-386-8917.

Tuesday, July 4

July 4th parade, festival

MORRISTOWN — The Steven Spilman Memorial Fourth of July Parade will step off on Main Street at 10 a.m. on July 4. Bands from Gouverneur, Heuvelton, Lisbon, Morristown and Ogdensburg are slated to perform. Those who wish to be in the parade are asked to line up on Main Street at 9:30 a.m. Independence Day activities shift to the fire station at 11:30 for a car show, craft show, chicken BBQ and a water ball tournament. Kids games, 50/50 raffle, games of chance, beverages and concession stand food.

Children’s parade

COLTON — On Tuesday, July 4 the annual children’s parade in Colton will step off at the junction of Cottage Road and Arbuckle at 10 a.m. Children and adults wearing patriotic colors and outfits will march up Cottage Road along Higley Flow to Gulf Road. Boats following along with the marchers along the shore are encouraged to decorate their boats in honor of July 4.

July 4th parade

NORWOOD – Norwood’s annual July 4 parade will kick off at 1 p.m.

Wednesday, July 5

Magic Bubble Show

OGDENSBURG — A bubble show mixing comedy, music and interactive bubble-magic for all ages will be Wed., July 5, at 2 p.m.in the Ogdensburg Library’s upstairs auditorium. Guinness Book of World Records-holding, bubble wrangler Jeff Boyer will make bubble rainbows with people inside. Audience members can make volcano bu

Wild Roses band

MADRID — The 2023 Madrid Dam Music Series will feature Wild Roses, an all female performance band, on Wednesday, July 5 from 6-8 p.m.

Singer-songwriter

OGDENSBURG — Singer-songwriter Shawn Stoddard will perform Wednesday, July 5 at 6 p.m. at The Bayside Grill, 1702 Ford St.

Thursday, July 6

Adirondika Pro Musica

CHILDWOLD – Adirondika Pro Musica, a gifted chamber quartet playing light classical works, will be joined by marimbaist Sebastian Buhts as part of the Orchestra of Northern New York’s Summer Chamber Music Series. APM members are Kenneth Andrews (flute), Liesl Doty (violin), Scott Woolweaver (viola), and Karen Kaderavek (cello). They perform July 6 at Childwold Memorial Presbyterian Church and July 7 at Potsdam Presbyterian Church at 7 p.m. Free, open to the public. Info: onny.org, 315-212-3440.

Angie Miller

HERMON — Angie Miller will kick off the Town of Hermon's annual Music on Main Street Summer Music Festival on July 6 from 6:30-8 p.m. A talented piano player with a charismatic voice, Angie performs everything from kids' music to soft rock. She will be appearing at the pavilion in McBrier Park, near McBrier Park Manor at 103 Canton Street in Hermon. The concert is free but donations are appreciated.

Wally Siebel All Star Band

NORWOOD — The Norwood Village Green Concert Series will continue its 50th Anniversary Season on Thursday, July 6 with a ‘close to home’ performance from The All Star Big Band under the direction of Wally Siebel with guest artist Mike Dubaniewicz at 7 p.m. Info: nvgcs.org, 315-261-2866.

Maria Tartaglia

MASSENA — Maria Tartaglia will perform at the Greater Massena Chamber of Commerce’s Concerts in the Park series Thursday, July 6 at 6 p.m. in Springs Park, 434 S. Main St. Rain location is the ECUCofC, 39 Orvis St.

Friday, July 7

Free nature night

MASSENA —A free Nature Night will be held Friday, July 7, from 6-8 p.m. with family games at Nicandri Nature Center. The nature center is open daily from 9-5 in the summer, but is extending their hours for this family-fun night.

Canoe/Kayak poker run

LOUISVILLE — Turtle Float Canoe/Kayak Poker Run will be held Saturday, July 8, at Whalen Park, starting at 1 p.m. Participants must reach Chase’s Riverside Dining by 4 p.m. to draw hand. Live music by Larry Holley. Prizes: ADK Sealcoat of up to $3,000 for residential sealcoating, kayak value of $350 donated from Walmart, 4-person golf pass with cart at River Course donated by golf course, $50 Chase’s Riverside Dining gift card donated by Chase’s, and $50 gift card for The Mills Country Store donated by The Mills. Entry fee $10. Registration forms at Louisville Town Office, 14810 St. Hwy 37 and at Whalen Park on day of event.

Free STEM activity

MASSENA — The New York Power Authority will feature STEM activities for children on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. throughout the months of July and August at the Frank S. McCullough Jr. Hawkins Point Visitors Center. Pre-register: 315-764-6679. July schedule: July 3 and July 5, Terrariums; July 7 and July 12, Biodegradable Seed Starter Kits; July 14 and July 19, Planes; July 21 and July 26, Cars and Boats.

‘The Sandlot’ screening

DEKALB — DeKalb Revitalization Committee’s Movies in the Park Presents "The Sandlot" on Friday, July 7 at Pipeline Park on Gibbons Street behind Junction Supply at 7 p.m., with a rock painting class (please BYOR - bring your own rock but we will also have spares). Softball/baseball-related activities at 8 and then the movie itself will begin at dusk. There will be free popcorn and snacks (including cracker jacks) and PT's Pizza and hot dogs available for purchase. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Free but donations appreciated to help fund future endeavors.

Fritz’s Polka Band

WADDINGTON — The 14th annual Waddington Concert Series kicks off July 7 with its annual memorial dedication concert at the pavilion at Island View Park featuring Fritz’s Polka Band from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free, but donations are accepted. Info: Waddington Concert Series website and Facebook page.

Cruise-In

POTSDAM – A cruise-in is planned for Friday, July 7 at Amvets Post 282, 6771 U.S. Highway 11, from 5-7 p.m. Free admission. Food, music, 50/50.

Chippewa Breeze

CHIPPEWA BAY — The Chippewa Bay Community Club is again sponsoring a Friday Evening Backyard Summer Concert Series that starts July 7 with a performance by Chippewa Breeze from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Club's backyard at 1172 Csdounty Route 6, next to the Post Office. Concerts are free and open to the public. Just bring a lawn chair. Info: 315-486-4794.

Saturday, July 8

Edwards Community Day

EDWARDS —Edwards Community Day is Saturday, July 8. Chicken barbecue, hamburgers, hotdogs, French fries, snow cones, drinks at Edwards Lions Field. Vendors, corn hole tournament at the field at noon. Tickets available for July 9 duck race. Parade at 3 p.m. Music at the field with Josh Kirkpatrick and Brad Ladison at 5 p.m.; Last Minute at 7 p.m. Gwen Tracy at the opera house, 7 p.m. Open houses at the library, museum, opera house.

Ampersand Mountain hike

TUPPER LAKE — The Laurentian Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club will hike Ampersand Mountain Saturday, July 8. The hike is 5.5 miles round trip, with 1,800 feet of gain. Fairly strenuous. Great summit views of mountains and lakes. Contact Tom Ortmeyer at 315-244-3707 or tortmeye@gmail.com.

1 Voice Gospel

NORFOLK — 1 Voice Gospel will perform in Norfolk Memorial Garden Park on Main Street for the second annual Norfolk Concert Series Saturday, July 8 at 6 p.m. The concert is free; donations are accepted. Donate, info: Norfolkconcertseries.com; norfolkconcertseries@gmail.com or 315-244-7787.

Golf tournament

POTSDAM-- The Canton-Potsdam Hospital Guild will host its annual Golf Tournament Saturday, July 8, at 9 a.m. at Potsdam Town & Country Club. Team entry fee is $360, includes 18 holes with cart, a buffet lunch, prizes and silent auction. To register: cphguild.com and click on events. Questions: guild.cph@gmail.com or call Potsdam Club Pro Shop at 315-265-2141. Proceeds will benefit Canton-Potsdam Hospital.

Firehouse fundraiser

MASSENA — A “firehouse” fundraiser for Massena Fire Department will be held Saturday, July 8 at the Massena Moose Lodge 1110, 4 Ames St. A $12 chicken barbecue will be served from 11-2 p.m. The Norwood Brass Firemen will perform from 1-3 p.m. Cornhole and darts tournaments will start at 2. Music with The Dad Bods is from 4-7 p.m. Funds raised will be donated to the department. Call 315-769-5720 to enter teams for either tournament.

Gwen Tracy Duo

EDWARDS — The Gwen Tracy Duo will perform at The Edwards Opera House, 161 Main St., on July 8 during Edwards Community Day at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. Visit https://edwardsoperahouse.com/tickets for ticket information. Info: edwardsoperahouse@gmail.com, edwardsoperahouse.com.

Golf tournament

CANTON -- Canton-Potsdam Hospital Guild’sl Golf Tournament is Saturday, July 8 at Potsdam Town & Country Club. Entry costs $360 per team; includes 18 holes with cart, lunch, prizes and silent auction. Registration is 8-8:45 a.m. Shotgun start at 9. Register at cphguild.com or call Mary Jane Smalling, 315-212-0027, or Potsdam Club Pro Shop, 315-265-2141. Info: guild.cph@gmail.com. Benefits Canton-Potsdam Hospital, and funds nursing scholarships.

Scottish Festival

HAMMOND — The Hammond Historical Museum will host its annual Scottish Festival Saturday July 8, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 5K Kilt run/walk, “Battle on the Border” Highland Games, Celtic music and dancing, vendors, kids obstacle course, petting zoo, Wee Bairns Tent, blacksmith, spinning and weaving demonstrations, and a "dress like a Scot" photo booth. Adults $10, ages 6-16 $5; 5 and younger free. https://www.hammondmuseum.com/scottish-festival.html.

Impressive Insects

CANTON -- “Impressive Insects,” will be presented at Cornell Cooperative Extension Learning Farm, 2043B State Highway 68, July 8, at 10 a.m. The program is free and open for all ages.