1. FRSA FLASH 15 June 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
Watertown Family YMCA Summer Youth Employment/Intern Program
Are you 16 and looking for a job?
Are you 15 and wanting to learn more about the world of work?
The Y is looking for 16 year olds to work in a paid summer position and 15 year
olds for a non-paid intern position. 15 year olds are guaranteed a paid
placement the following summer.
Program runs 6-8 weeks beginning the week of July 9th
Participants will work 15 hours per week at job placements within Jefferson
County and attend 2 hr Friday learning sessions at the Fairgrounds Y.
Benefits include—work experience, on site work counselor visits, weekly life
skills classes including topics such as budgeting, career exploration, education
and training requirements.
Current employer partners are; Watertown Daily Times, Jefferson Community
College, Thompson Park Zoo, Flower Memorial Library, Sci-Tec Center, Greater
Watertown Chamber of Commerce, Watertown Housing Authority, Tunes 92.5, YMCA
SACC, Fairgrounds Y
Applications will be accepted through June 22nd Application can be downloaded
from our website www.watertownymca.org or picked up at any Y location in
Watertown and Carthage If you have questions please call or e-mail Rebecca Reed
315-755-2016
ymca_rreed@yahoo.com

2. 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

3. June 14 – 17
Clayton
SAILING SEAWAY CLAYTON
Thousand Islands Regional Dock at Frink Park, Riverside Drive. The 2012 featured
vessel, the 110-foot sailing training tall ship Fair Jeanne. Email:
theshipwatcher@yahoo.com MIKE FOLSOM
June 15-17
Lowville
TUG HILL BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL 2012held at the Maple Ridge Center, 7421 East Rd, Lowville. The host
bands, the Atkinson Family and Lost Time would like you to join us in our 7th year, 2012 when we bring to Tug
Hill The Lonesome River Band, The Spinney Brothers, Acoustic Blue and Remington Ryde to name a few! Also by
popular demand, Audie Blaylock and Redline, and Heather Berry and Tony Mabe, along with your host bands, the
Atkinson Family and Lost Time. Come and join us for the 6th Tug Hill Festival!
June 15
Alexandria Bay
POKER RUNS AMERICAN ''THUNDER IN THE BAY''
Poker Run of the most powerful boats in the water. Take off from the Village docks and travel to Clayton, Cape
Vincent, and Ogdensburg.
Phone: 315-482-9531 - ALEX BAY CHAMBER Links: http://www.pokerrunsamerica.com
June 15
Clayton
THE GREAT NEW YORK STATE FOOD & WINE
FESTIVAL
Recreation Park Arena - East Line Rd.
This is an event celebrating quality "Made in New York" food and
wine products including candy and cheeses, nuts, sauces, herbs &
spices, maple syrup and other maple products, apple cider, cookies
and ice cream and of course, NYS wines. Come and taste and buy
the great foods and wines of New York St...
Email: www.info@1000islands-clayton.com CLAYTON
CHAMBER
Phone: 315-686-3771 - CLAYTON CHAMBER
Links: http://www.nysfoodwinefestival.com
June 16
Clayton
1000 ISLANDS FAMILY DAY
Antique Boat Museum 750 Mary Street, Join us for a day of free admission, free boat rides and activities for the
whole family!
Email: mhummel@abm.org MARGARET HUMMEL
Phone: 315-686-4104 - MARGARET HUMMEL

4. June 16-17
Watertown
Thompson Park Zoo
ZOOM is coming back to the North Country! The Fast and the Furriest.
Presented by the Car-Freshner Corporation and sponsored by Otis Technology, ZOOM is a car show like no
other! This year's event will be hosted at the New York State Zoo on June 16th and 17th and will feature big trucks,
fast cars, sleek limos, smoking sports cars, giant dump trucks, fire trucks; all the hottest vehicles in one place!
ZOOM has raffles, giveaways and kids games; plenty to do and see!
This years highlights include the Highway Legends and a demonstration by the heroes of the Watertown Fire
Department as they perform a vehicle extraction right before your eyes!
June 16
WAR OF 1812 BICENTENNIAL INTERNATIONAL PEACE GARDEN DEDICATION
Sackets Harbor
West Main Street corner of Ray Street, Sackets Harbor joins with communities around Lake Ontario observing the
War of 1812 Bicentennial by establishing an International War of 1812 Bicentennial Peace Garden. The village's
garden dedication is at 2pm. Join the village in commemorating this historic event. A community BBQ follows.
Email: village clerk@sacketsharbor-ny.gov VILLAGE CLERK
Phone: 315-646-3548 - VILLAGE CLERK Links: http://www.sacketsharborny.com
June 16
LaFargeville
CIVIL WAR RE-ENACTMENT
NNY Agricultural Society at Stone Mills, Route 180
Come and watch as the North defends itself against the South. Here the cries of the wounded and the cheers of the
victors. Call for more information. Email: agstonemills@yahoo.com MUSEUM STAFF
Phone: 315-658-2353 - MUSEUM STAFF Links: http://www.stonemillsmuseum.org
June 16
Watertown
Midsummer's Eve Masked Ball
Date: June 16, 2012 Time: 6:00 PM - 6:00 PM http://www.renuespaandskincarecenter.com
Event Description Renu'e Spa & Skincare Center proudly presents Midsummer's Eve Masked Ball to benefit the
children's charity projects of the Watertown Evening Rotary Club. In partnership with NNY Community
Foundation Live music by "the Critics" of Syracuse, Catering by Dominick's Restaurant of Syracuse, NY
Held at the State Office Building at 317 Washington Street, Watertown from 6pm to 10 pm
Dancing, Great Food and plenty of fun! Chances to win spa packages and other prizes!
Company sponsorship available Tickets are $70 per person Tables of 10 available
June 17- 23
GREAT INTERNATIONAL STEAMBOAT FLOTILLA
Antique Boat Museum 750 Mary Street Clayton, NY 13624
American and Canadian steamboat owners gather at the Antique Boat Museum for their annual event!
Email: mhummel@abm.org MARGARET HUMMEL
Phone: 315-686-4104 - MARGARET HUMMEL Links: http://amb.org
June 17
LaFargeville
32ND ANNUAL DRAFT HORSE SHOW AND PULL
Located at Rt 180 at Stone Mills.
Draft Horse Show & Pull and Chicken BBQ...a great way to spend Father's Day. This has become an annual favorite
for the whole family.
Email: agstonemills@yahoo.com MUSEUM STAFF
Phone: DONNA RUSSELL - 315-658-2333 AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM - 315-658-2353
Links: http://www.stonemillsmuseum.org

5. June 20
Watertown
SUMMER SOLSTICE AT THE ZOO
Thompson Park Watertown, NY 13601
Find out what the solstice is all about with a fun and educational lecture, witness the construction of a Native
American tipi, participate in live demonstrations, story time, crafts, animal enrichment opportunities, live music,
refreshments and a one of a kind solstice ceremony. Admission Charged.
Email: kurt@nyszoo.org KURT Phone: 315-755-0894 - KURT
Links: https://www.facebook.com/events/360915630598543/ or http://www.nyszoo.org
June 21-23
Carthage
St. James Fair State Street, ride, food and fun for the whole family.
June 21- July 9
Alexandria Bay
SUMMER BOOK SALE AT MACSHERRY LIBRARY
112 Walton Street Book sale at the library for 2 weeks. Phone: 315-482-2241 - MACSHERRY LIBRARY
June 21
Clayton
BLOOD, SWEAT & TEARS
Clayton Opera House 405 Riverside Drive Clayton, NY 13624
A musical institution, Blood Sweat & Tears has left an indelible mark on the American music scene since 1968. One
of the greatest horn bands in the history of popular music, BS&T alumni roster reads like a Who's Who of the
world's greatest jazz and rock musicians. The last original member Bobby Colo...
Email: boxoffice@claytonoperahouse.com BOX OFFICE Phone: 315-686-2200 - BOX OFFICE
Links: http://www.ClaytonOperaHouse.org
June 22 – July 30
Clayton
ALONG THE RIVER'S EDGE ART SHOW & SALE
Thousand Islands Arts Center 314 John St Clayton, NY 13624
Please join us on Friday, June 22nd for the Opening Reception of our Along the River’s Edge Art Show & Sale
from 5:00-7:00PM. The exhibit will remain in the Arts Center until the end of July.
Email: info@tiartscenter.org INFORMATION Phone: 315-686-4123 - INFORMATION
Links: http://www.tiartscenter.org
June 23 & 24
Free Fishing Days in New York
According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website (DEC), each year, the last full
weekend in June is designated as Free Fishing Days in New York State. During those two days, anyone can fish
New York State waters, and no fishing license is required. This event started in 1991 to allow all people the
opportunity to sample the incredible fishing New York State has to offer. Since no license is required, it is the
perfect time to take a friend or relative fishing.
June 27
Clayton
THE MANHATTAN STRING QUARTET
Clayton Opera House 405 Riverside Drive; Critically acclaimed as one of America's leading ensembles, The
Manhattan String Quartet is celebrating its 41st season. Hailed by Michael Steinberg of the Boston Globe as "a
national treasure"; has appeared throughout the United States, Europe, Japan, Canada, Mexico and South ...
Email: boxoffice@claytonoperahouse.com BOX OFFICE Phone: 315-686-2200 - BOX OFFICE
Links: http://www.ClaytonOperaHouse.org

6. June 29-July 1
Alexandria Bay
TI RIVER RUN MOTORCYCLE RALLY
Village of Alexandria Bay 3 day Motorcycle Event that includes live music, biker games, burn out contests, over 30
vendors, and so much more. Poker Run on Sunday to benefit Children's Miracle Network.
Email: info@alexbay.org ALEX BAY CHAMBER
Phone: 315-482-9531 - ALEX BAY CHAMBER
Links: http://www.tiriverrun.com
June 30
Clayton
TILTREK - GRINDSTONE'S GRASSLAND BIRDS HAYWAGON RIDE
Grindstone Island
10 am. Join expert Gerry Smith on this island tour aboard a haywagon to see sensitive grassland habitat and look for
birds. We may walk in wet fields, so wear appropriate footwear and bring binoculars. Meet at the TILT office. Space
is limited! Make a contribution to TILT to participate.
Email: events@tilandtrust.org TILT STAFF
Phone: 315-686-5345 - TILT STAFF
Links: http://www.TILandTrust.org
June 30
Clayton
3RD ANNUAL KEITH BRABANT MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP FESTIVAL
Coyote Moon Vineyards. Continuous music from 2 stages, HUGE silent auction, craft vendors, food vendors,
family activities, info & display booths.
Phone: 315-686-5600 - INFORMATION
Links: http://www.CoyoteMoonVineyards.com
August 11
Watertown
Thompson Park Zoo
Bobcats, Bears and Brews - (21+ only)
Taste test good food and different brews with a special evening view of the animals.

9. TRAINING INFORMATION
MOBILIZATION AND DEPLOYMENT (YOU MUST CALL TO RSVP 772-0470)
FRG Leader : JUL 09 0900-1300 ACS
SEP 13 0900-1300 ACS
Key Caller: JUL 12 1000-1130 or 1400-1530 ACS
AUG 16 1000-1130 or 1400-1530 ACS
Key Caller Advanced: JUL 30 1300-1430 ACS
Informal Funds: JUL 09 1400-1500 or 1700-1800 ACS
SEP 13 1400-1500 or 1700-1800 ACS
OPSEC For Families: AUG 13 1300-1430 ACS
Event Planning: AUG 13 1030-1200 ACS
Master Resilience Training: AUG 20 0930-1230 ACS
Care Team Training: AUG 28 0930-1230 ACS
AFTB (YOU MUST RSVP TO 772-6710/9229)
Marathon: JUL 16-20 0900-1600 ACS
Level 1: AUG 01-02 0900-1600 ACS
Level 2: AUG 21-22 0900-1600 ACS
Stress Management - For more information, call 772-0593.
JUL 03 1330-1530 ACS
Anger Management - For more information, call 772-0593.
JUN 19 1330-1530 ACS
JUL 10 1330-1530 ACS
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.