This newsletter provides information for military families in the area, including details about a school supply giveaway, local school start dates and schedules, upcoming community events like concerts and fairs, and contact information for organizations like PWOC that support military families. It also lists drive-in movie theaters and their admission prices as an affordable entertainment option.

1. FRSA FLASH 16 August 2012
Contents of this news letter are compiled from multiple military family news sources and local area event sources. Material
presented does not represent the views or endorsement of the 2nd BSTB, 2 nd BCT or the Army. This material is for personal
use by the readers. All readers are encouraged to do further research for all applicable restrictions and guidelines

2. If you or a family you know are having trouble paying for
school supplies, please visit the Urban Mission during their
school supply give away August 29th and 30th from 10-2.
You MUST bring ID and sign for the service. Call the Urban
Mission if you have any questions. (315)782-8440.
School District Holiday/Vacation Dates
Augustinian Thanksgiving 21 – 23 November 12
The first day of school for Beaver River
the 2012-2013 school year is Belleville Henderson Christmas 24 Dec 12 - 1 Jan 13
4 September 2012 for: Carthage
Beaver River, General
Brown, LaFargeville, and Copenhagen Winter 18 – 22 February 13
Sackets Harbor. Faith Fellowship
General Brown Spring 1 – 5 April 13
The first day of school for
Gouverneur
the 2012-2013 school year is
5 September for: Harrisville
Augustinian, Belleville Immaculate Heart
Henderson, Carthage,
Indian River
Copenhagen, Faith
Fellowship, Immaculate LaFargeville
Heart, Indian River, Lowville, Lowville
Lyme, South Jefferson,
Lyme
South Lewis, and Thousand
Islands. Sackets Harbor
South Lewis
The first day of school for Thousand Islands
the 2012-2013 school year is
6 September for Alexandria, Watertown
Gouverneur, and Harrisville.
Watertown district will start 5 School District Holiday/Vacation Dates
September except for the Alexandria Thanksgiving 21 – 23 November 12
grades 10-12 and they will
start on 6 September.
Christmas 24 Dec 12 - 1 Jan 13
Winter 18 – 22 February 13
Spring Undetermined

3. PWOC- Protestant Women of the Chapel: All women, military and/or spouses,
and their children are invited to be a part of PWOC. At our FALL KICK-OFF on
Sept. 4th we will have a Bouncy House for children, information about PWOC,
options concerning the upcoming classes, tours of the new facilities and
watchcare available. The Fall Kick Off is a POT LUCK, so please bring a dish
to share as we get to know each other. Bible Study Classes will start
September 11th and both will run 9:30 - 11:30 at the Religious Education
Buildings, located at 427 A 4th Street W on Old Post. Watchcare is provided
for children ages 5 and under who are not yet primary school age. POC Judy
West at fortdrumpwoc@yahoo.com or 315-777-4774.

4. CONCERT SERIES NOW THROUGH THE END OF SUMMER
 Watertown (Every Wednesday Night 5-9pm)
Event Description Every Wednesday night the Downtown Business Association will again be hosting "Concert on
the Square" July 5th-September 5th. Bring your lawn chair and listen to the sounds of local musicians.
 Sackets Harbor (Every Sunday 3-5pm) Concert on the Battlefield State Historic Site
Bands are as listed below:
Aug 19th The 10th Mountain Division Band
Aug 26th Quickstep with John Kirk and Trish Miller
Sep 2nd The Mario De Santis Orchestra
 Lowville (Every Wednesday 7pm)
Village Band will perform their 2012 concert series at Veteran’s Park every Wednesday starting at 7pm. They are
also scheduled to perform a 7 PM program at the Library in Constableville on Friday August 10. Phone: 376-
8971
 Carthage (Every Wednesday 7pm)
Sounds of Summer Concert Series
Join us every Wednesday from 7:00-9:00pm at the Farmers' Market Pavilion.
 Alexandria Bay (Every Wednesday 7pm)
Scenic View Park Fuller Street, Wednesday evenings at 7 pm enjoy aFREE concert for the public. Each week will
be a different genre. Stop in and enjoy the music on the waterfront.
Email: info@alexbay.org Phone: 315-482-9531Links: http://www.visitalexbay.org

5.  Cape Vincent
Village Green is on Broadway Street. On Saturdays. Free entertainment varies from the Big Band sound to Rock
and Roll to Blues. The concerts are from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on the Village Green on Broadway and James
Street. The concerts are held outside so bring a blanket or chair. Rain location is in the Fire Hall on Broadway
Street. Email: thecape@tds.net Phone: LIZ WILLIAMS-KELLY - 315-654-2413 or
SHELLEY HIGGINS - 315-654-2481 Links: http://www.capevincent.org
August 17-19
Boonville
NYS Woodsmen Field Days
The Woodsmen's Field days are being held in Boonville at the Oneida County Fairgrounds, Rt 294, Booville, NY.
Forestry Exhibits, Parade, Fireworks, Greased Pole Climb, Beards Contest, Loader Contest, Lumberjack Contests,
and Demonstrations throughout the weekend!
August 18
Lowville
Harvest of the Arts & Kite Festival
The 11th Annual Lewis County Harvest of the Arts and Kite Festival is on Saturday from 9am-5pm. As always,
delicious food will be available, and a wide variety of fun activities for your family to enjoy. Admission is FREE!
For more information, feel free to call 376-2640. Kite Festival: Don't miss this incredible family event! Join us and
our special guests from the New York Kite Enthusiast (NYKE) club for a fun filled event celebrating friendship,
community, and an appreciation for the environment through the joy of kite flying. Admission and all activities are
free, open to anyone who enjoys flying or watching kites.
September 7-9
Constableville
Flywheels and Pulleys 37th Annual Old Time Gas and Steam Engine Show on their beautiful grounds on Route 26
in Constableville, NY. Great show, always tons of antique power displays, with a large flea market and crafts.
Contact John or Olga Miller at [315] 465-4206
The New York State Fair
August 23 to
September 3, 2012
http://www.nysfair.org/

6. IMAX
MOST IMAX Theater in Syracuse:
www.most.org
Zoos
NYS Zoo at Thompson Park—
Watertown:
www.nyszoo.org
Rosamond Gifford Zoo—
Syracuse:
www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org
Toronto Zoo—
Toronto, Canada:
www.torontozoo.com

7. Grand Finale Weekend August 18-19
The last chance for a whole year to experience a memorable repast, enjoying our unique and varied culinary delights.
Select fine hand-crafted wares from our diverse and gifted artisans. Join in our lively Pub Sing, raising a tankard of
your favorite ale to bid farewell to yet another glorious season at the Sterling Renaissance Festival. The Gran Finale -
the one you must not miss!
CHECK OUT
THE
DRIVEIN
MOVIES
www.baydrivein.com
Adults (12 & over) $6
Active duty military with ID $5
Children 7-11 $2 and under 6 free
www.blackriverdrivein.com
Adults (12 & over) $7
Children 7-11 $2 and under 6 free
Contents of this news letter are compiled from multiple military family news sources and local area event sources. Material presented does not
represent the views or endorsement of the 2nd BSTB, 2 nd BCT or the Army. This material is for personal use by the readers. All readers are
encouraged to do further research for all applicable restrictions and guidelines.