Frsa flash 1 dec 2011
- 1. FRSA FLASH 01 December 2011 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. FORT DRUM HOLIDAY RELIGIOUS SERVICE SCHEDULE MAIN POST CHAPEL BUILDING P10785 (772-5591) 01 DEC 1715 Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony 08 DEC 1200 Catholic Immaculate Conception of Mary 08 DEC 1700 Catholic Immaculate Conception of Mary 13 DEC 1800 Catholic Advent Penance Service 24 DEC 1930 Christmas Eve Service
- 3. November 14, 2011 – January 7, 2012 Onondaga Lake Park, Liverpool, NY Lights on the Lake http://lightsonthelake.com/ Special walking preview on 14 & 15 Nov from 5-9pm and visitors can choose to park at either the Wegmans Landing (Griffin Visitor Center), Salt Museum or Willow Bay lots. This is a great opportunity to get some fresh air and exercise. Walkers can cover as much of the two mile stretch as they desire and should dress for the weather. Shuttle service is not provided. Holiday characters will be on the trail and refreshments will be available for sale. Cars are not allowed on the trail for this special evening but will be admitted to the show beginning Thursday, November 17. Please leave pets at home. Donations collected on Monday, November 14 will benefit the Friends of Onondaga County Parks (Friends of Beaver Lake, Friends of the Zoo, Friends of Carpenter's Brook and the Friends of Historic Onondaga Lake. Donations collected on Tuesday, November 15 will benefit the Rescue Mission. 16 Nov only Dogs are welcome at the Lights on the Lake for the special Dog Walk from 5-9pm donations collected will benefit the Humane Association. 17 Nov to 8 Jan 2012 from 5 - 10pm • Open Nightly except New Year's Eve Admission: Monday-Thursday - $8.00 per car (including motorcycles) - show your Wegmans Shoppers Club Card for $2 off on Mondays and Tuesdays. Visitors with a Driver's Village or Burdick Automotive license plate frame will get $2 off on Wednesdays. Friday, Saturday & Sunday - $12 per car (including motorcycles). $75 per motorcoach For more information, call (315) 453-6712 or email [email protected] 7 Jan at 11pm sharp, run thru Wegmans Lights on the Lake This 4 mile (approx.) run begins promptly at 11pm at the Griffin Visitor Center. Runners go to Willow Bay and back. No walkers please, lights will be turned off at midnight. December Watertown During the month of December, The New York State Zoo will be magically transformed into a holiday wonderland! Businesses, community organizations, and individuals from around the North Country have come together to transform the Zoo with holiday lights. Each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, beginning December 2nd, the Zoo will be open from 5pm - 9pm to provide visitors with an opportunity to explore this illuminated landscape. In addition, each weekend will feature a variety of activities for the entire family. Admission is just $2 for everyone. Children 3 and under are free. 01 Dec Watertown The City of Watertown and the Downtown Business Association presents the Annual Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 1st at 5:30pm. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive in their sleigh to help the Mayor and City Council turn on the City's holiday tree along with music and light display. The 22 minute music and light display will run every 30 minutes each night from 4:30pm-10:00pm from December 1st-January 2nd. During the event, mulled cider and hot cocoa will be served free of charge courtesy of the Downtown Business Association and Johnny D's. 2-4 Dec Watertown A North Country Festival of Trees At the Dulles State Office Building Washington Street Watertown, Friday the 2nd with General Admission from 10am-4pm, Preview Gala at 6:30pm, Saturday the 3rd with General Admission 10am-4pm with the Sugarplum Ball (a special Father-Daughter dance) at 6pm, Sunday the 4th with General Admission General Admission from 11am- 2pm. To purchase tickets go to www.samaritanhealth.com
- 4. 03 – 04 Dec Alexandria Bay The Thousand Islands Winery will be holding a Kris Kringle Market on December 3, 2011 from 10am-5pm and on December 4, 2011 from 12pm-4pm. There will be an indoor Christmas market, Local Crafters, Holiday Cheer and of course Santa. Admission is free. For more information, please contact the Thousand Islands Winery at (315) 482- 9306. 04 Dec Adams Adams Annual Christmas Parade Annual Christmas Parade sponsored by the South Jeff Chamber of Commerce on December 4th at 3pm For more information www.southjeffchamber.com 09 Dec Croghan Christmas in Croghan Croghan will come alive for the 14th annual Christmas in Croghan. Businesses will stay open late (many offering refreshments and specials), Christmas music will be playing along Main Street and at the Fire Hall, there will be a petting zoo, horse and wagon rides, and Santa and Mrs. Claus will ride through the streets of Croghan and be at the Fire Hall from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Stop in for free popcorn and more! 09-12 Dec Theresa Home Again Farm Alpaca Holiday Bazaar, you are invited to come meet the alpacas, have a cup of tea and some cookies, shop for that special alpaca knitwear gift. 37098 Schell Road and Rte 26 Theresa. 10 Dec Watertown Candlelight House Tour Jefferson County Historical Society 228 Washington Street Watertown, for more information contact 782-3491 14 Dec Watertown The Syracuse Symphony orchestra presents a Holiday Pops Concert 8pm at the Dulles State Office Building Auditorium Washington Street Watertown. 17 Dec Watertown The Nutcracker will be presented by dancers from In Motion School of Dance on Saturday December 17th with showings at 2pm and 7pm at the Dulles State Office Building Auditorium Washington Street Watertown. 17-23 Dec Lisbon 2nd Annual Lights on the River event to be held at the Lisbon Beach & Campground. This year’s event will start on Saturday December 17th and run through Friday December 23rd. This year, Lights on the River is looking to expand their support to more North Country food pantries. If you are interested in making a donation or setting up a display in this wonderful event, please contact Scott Wilhelm at315-854- 2657 or Amy Fortin at 315-528-5660, or email us at [email protected]. Businesses, groups, organizations and families throughout the North Country are encouraged to participate in this new holiday tradition. It is FREE to enter a display and it's an opportunity to showcase your holiday spirit to thousands of people coming from all over the Northern New York and Southern Canada. Lights on the River is a local non-profit working towards our 501c3 status. Lights on the River will be working hard to benefit local food pantries again this year. You can find us on the web at www.LightsontheRiver.org as well as on our facebook page, just search for Lights on the River. You can also contact us at [email protected].
- 5. Sunday - December 18 3:00 & 7:45 PM A brand new holiday event with a contemporary spin on a classic yuletide revue that's perfect for the entire family. When the "Man in Red" makes his grand appearance the fun continues for kids of all ages, from 1 to 92! "A DEFINITE HIT THAT KEEPS THE HOUSE A-ROCKIN'!" FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT WWW.ILOVETHEATR E.ORG
- 12. 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.