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Breakfasts

Brasher Falls

Breakfast:Sponsored by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7326, 8 a.m. the thirdSundayof the month at the post, 1229 County Route 55. Donations welcome.

Edwards

Annual Mothers Day breakfast:Sponsored by Edwards Lions Club, 7:30 to 11 a.m.Sunday, May 11,fire hall. Scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, home fries, pancakes, French toast, beverage. Cost: $5; family rate, $15; mothers, free.

Gouverneur

Mother's Day breakfast:Sponsored by Veteran's of Foreign Wars Men's Auxiliary Post 1231, 8 a.m. to noon,Sunday, May 11,the post. Menu: scrambled eggs, toast, sausage, bacon, home fries, real maple syrup and beverages. Cost: $5; senior citizens, $4.50; children 6 to 12, $3; children 5 and younger, free.

Lawrenceville

Breakfast buffet:To benefit Lawrenceville Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. the firstSundayof the month at the fire hall, County Route 54. Menu: ham, sausage, home fries, eggs, toast, pancakes, maple syrup, tomato and orange juice, coffee, tea, milk and hot chocolate. Cost: $5; children 5 to 11, $3.50; children younger than 5, free. Takeouts available.

Lisbon

Breakfast:Sponsored by the American Legion, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. the firstSundayof the month at the post. Cost: $4; children 5 to 15 and senior citizens, $3; children 4 and younger, free.

Lowville

Pancake breakfast:8 to 10 a.m. the thirdSaturdayof the month,April through October,Masonic Temple Building, State Street. Menu: pancakes, sausage, home fries, scrambled eggs, orange juice and coffee. Cost: $5. Sponsored by the Order of the Eastern Star. Information: Catherine Barnes, 376-8950.

Mothers Day breakfast buffet:9 a.m. to noonSunday, May 11,Lewis County Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6912.

Ogdensburg

Buffet style pancake breakfast:7 to 11 a.m.Saturday, May 10,Galilee United Methodist Church, Black Lake Road. All-you-can-eat menu: pancakes, scrambled eggs, homemade French toast, sausage, homemade toast and beverages. Takeouts available. Cost: $6; children 6 and older, $3.75; children 5 and younger, free.

Brunches

Massena

Brunch:8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the firstSundayof the month, Knights of Columbus Council 1141, 53 E. Orvis St. Menu: scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, home fries, juice, toast. Cost: $5.

Norfolk

Brunch:Sponsored by Knights of Columbus, 8:30 a.m. to noonSunday, May 11,Visitation Parish Center. Menu: pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, home fries, ham, sausage, toast, muffins, juice and coffee. Cost: $5; children 5 to 12, $3; children 4 and younger, free; family, $14. Takeouts available.

Ogdensburg

Fifth annual Car-B-Que:Sponsored by Greater Ogdensburg Chamber of Commerce, 11 a.m.Saturday, May 24,Knights of Columbus, Hasbrouck St. Classic car cruise in, barbecue, music from 1950s and 1960s, and hot dog eating contest. Classic cars displayed in Father Martin Field. Awards ceremony, 2 p.m.

Lunches

DeKalb Junction

Luncheon:11 a.m. to 6 p.m.Wednesdays,Amvets Post 11. Weekly specials. Takeouts available. Information: the post, 347-3099.

Ogdensburg

Free lunch:Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 258, noonWednesdays,council hall, 721 Hasbrouck St.

Watertown

Annual spring salad luncheon:Hosted by Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church, noonWednesday, May 14,First Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 403 Washington St. Speaker: Jefferson Community College president Carole McCoy. Bring salad to share. Beverages and bread provided. Childcare available. No reservations needed. Information: Liz Bonisteel, 785-1097.

Dinners

Adams

Annual clambake:3 to 9 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 7,The Backyard Farmer, Route 11. All-you-can-eat variety menu with beverages, including draft beer. Catered by RJ's Catering. Music, Otto's DJ Service. Free parking. $10 raffle, grand prize, 1987 Chevy Corvette; second prize, $300; third prize, $100. Tickets: in advance, $38; at the door, $40. Send check to NAPM-NNY, P.O. Box 6182, Watertown, N.Y. 13601. Tickets: Dolly Bidwell, 788-6250, ext. 7330; Francis Jareo, 782-5910, ext. 231; Bill Baker, 782-0600, ext. 2630; Dave Converse, 788-8388; Ron Netto, 782-0242; Avis Gilmore, 785-3077; John Morgia, 788-3509; Shirley Wimmer, 786-5379; Pat Hayes, 788-2191.

Canton

Free dinner:4:30 to 6 p.m. the second, third and fourthWednesdaysof the month, United Methodist Church, 41 Court St. Donations accepted, but not expected. Information: 386-3819, 386-2509, 386-3445, 386-4500.

Copenhagen

Memorial Day chicken barbecue:Sponsored by United Church of Copenhagen, 11 a.m.Monday, May 26,the church. Cost: $7; halves, $4. Takeout only. Bake sale.

DeKalb Junction

Fish fry:11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.Wednesdays,Amvets Post 11, 4348 Route 11. One alternate special offered each week. Cost: $5. Takeouts available. Full bar menu available nightly. Information: the post, 347-3099.

Fish fry:4 to 7 p.m.Fridays,Amvets Post 11, 4348 Route 11. Cost: $6. Takeouts and delivery available. Information: the post, 347-3099.

DeKalb Historical Association smorgasbord dinner:5 p.m. until all are servedTuesday, May 13,United Methodist Church. Cost: $7, children 5 to 12, $3.50; children 4 and younger, free.

Pancake supper:In observance of Armed Forces Day, sponsored by Amvets Post 11, 4 to 7 p.m.Saturday, May 17,the post. All-you-can-eat menu: pancakes, sausage, bacon. Cost: $6.

DePeyster

Chicken barbecue:4 p.m.Saturday, May 10,Masonic Hall. Menu: half a chicken, macaroni salad, baked beans, rolls, homemade pie and beverage. Cost: $7.50; children, $3.50; half a chicken only, $4. Proceeds benefit St. Lawrence Chapter Order of the Eastern Star.

Dexter

Pulled pork takeout dinner:Benefits General Brown Booster Club, noon to 6 p.m.Saturday, May 10,General Brown Central High School parking lot. Menu: pulled pork dinner, salt potatoes, smoked beans and rolls. Prepared by Smokeys Bar-B-Q.

Harrisville

Homemade baked chicken dinner:5 p.m.Wednesday, May 14,Harrisville United Methodist Church. Takeouts, 4:30 p.m. Cost: $8; children 5 to 12, $4; children 4 and younger, free.

Henderson

Pork dinner:Noon to 2 p.m.Sunday, May 18,Henderson Community Building. Cost: $8; children, $4. Benefits Belleville Masons and Stars. Information: John Whitney, 788-7825.

Hermon

Mothers Day chicken Barbecue:Noon until sold outSunday, May 11,Hermon Fire Hall. Menu: chicken, potatoes, vegetables, roll, drink and dessert. Cost: $7.50; chicken only, $4.50.

LaFargeville

Annual chicken barbecue:Sponsored by LaFargeville Central School junior class, 4 to 6 p.m.Friday, May 16,school cafeteria. Cost: $7; children 12 and younger, $4.50. Takeouts available. Yearbook sale, $30; school emblem umbrellas, $15.

Lawrenceville

Ham dinner:11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Sunday, May 25,Lawrenceville Fire Hall. Menu: ham, mashed potatoes with gravy, salads, vegetable, relish dish, applesauce, homemade pies, and beverages. Cost: $7; senior citizens, $6; children 5 to 12, $4.50; children 4 and younger, free. Proceeds benefit Fire Department and its auxiliary. Information: 389-4439.

Lowville

"Manna From Heaven" supper:Sponsored by Trinity Episcopal Church and Dwelling Place Ministries, 5 to 7 p.m. the secondThursdayof the month, Trinity Parish House, Trinity Avenue. Free. For information or to volunteer: the church, 376-3241.

Stone soup supper:5 to 7 p.m.Thursday, May 8,Trinity Church parish house. Submarine sandwiches. Free.

Macomb

Turkey dinner:4:30 to 6:30 p.m.Saturday, May 10,Macomb Community Wesleyan Church, county routes 10 and 7. Menu: turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, beans, cranberry sauce, relish tray, rolls, pie and beverages. Cost: $7; children 6 to 12, $3.50; children 5 and younger, free. Proceeds benefit the building fund. Information: 578-2255.

Massena

Roast pork dinner:5 p.m. until all are servedThursday, May 8,Grace United Methodist Church, 45 State Highway 37C. Takeouts available. Menu: roast pork, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, mixed vegetables, applesauce, pickles, rolls, homemade pies and beverages. Cost: $7; children 5 and older, $4; children 4 and younger, free. Information: 769-5618.

50th annual Mother's Day turkey dinner:Sponsored by Louisville Volunteer Fire Department, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.Sunday, May 11,Fire Station 2, Route 37. Cost: $8; children 6 to 12, $4.50; children 5 and younger, free. Takeouts available. Information: 769-2316.

Chicken dinner:Sponsored by Massena Senior Citizens, 5:30 p.m.Thursday, May 22,Massena Community Center, 61 Beach St. Cost: $7. Stuffed chicken breast. Takeouts no later than 6:15 p.m. Tickets: Norma Stone, 769-5660, or senior citizens office, 769-7810.

Morley

Bullhead supper:Sponsored by Morley Fire Department, 4:30 p.m.Friday, May 9,Morley Bingo Hall. Cost: $8.50; children 5 to 12, $5.50; children younger than 5, free.

Natural Bridge

Spaghetti dinner:Sponsored by Natural Bridge United Methodist Church, 4:45 p.m.Thursday, May 15,Natural Bridge Community Center. Cost: $7; children 5 to 12, $4; children 4 and younger, free. Takeouts available at 4:30 p.m. Spaghetti sauce for sale.

Naumburg

Chicken barbecue:noonSaturday, May 10,Beaver Valley United Methodist Church, Naumburg Lane. Menu: chicken, macaroni salad, baked beans, rolls and dessert. Cost: $6.50; halves, $4. Takeout only.

Nicholville

Freewill soup, sandwich and dessert night:4:30 to 6 p.m. the firstFridayof the month, Nicholville United Methodist Church. Performances by area musicians and short prayer and praise service follows. Donations accepted, but not expected. Donations benefit area organizations.

Parishville

Chicken barbecue:11:30 a.m. until sold outSunday, May 11,Parishville Amvets Post 265. Menu: chicken, salt potatoes, coleslaw, roll and dessert. Cost: $7; chicken only, $4. Takeouts available. Information: 268-0851.

Italian night:Sponsored by Parishville Fire Department, 4 to 7 p.m.Mondays, June 2, July 7, Aug. 4 and Oct. 6,at the fire hall.

Dinners

Potsdam

Community dinner:5 to 6:30 p.m. the second and thirdThursdaysof the month, Church Center, First Presbyterian Church, Elm Street and Lawrence Avenue. Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity plans, serves and pays for the second Thursday dinner. Free. Information: 265-9434.

Rensselaer Falls

Roast beef dinner:Sponsored by Kendrew Grange, 4:30 to 7 p.m.Thursday, May 8,Grange hall. Menu: roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, cabbage salad, gelatin salads, rolls, homemade pie and beverage. Cost: $7.50; children 5 to 12, $3.50; children 4 and younger, free. Proceeds benefit St. Lawrence County Pomona Grange.

Richville

Chicken barbecue:Sponsored by Richville Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary, 4:30 p.m.Saturday, May 10,Richville United Church. Menu: chicken, baked beans, salt potatoes, cabbage salad and dessert. Cost: $7; children 5 to 12, $4. Takeouts available. Dining room not handicap accessible.

Sackets Harbor

First Friday fish fry:5 to 7 p.m.Friday, June 6,American Legion post 1757, at 209 Ambrose St. Menu: fish or chicken, french fries, coleslaw and dessert. Cost: $7.75; seniors and children, $6.50; fish only, $5.

Russell

Smorgasbord supper:5 p.m.Thursday, May 8,Russell United Methodist Church. Cost: $6; children 5 to 12, $2.50; children 4 and younger, free.

Three Mile Bay

Chicken and biscuit dinner:Sponsored by Three Mile Bay United Methodist Church, 4 to 6:30 p.m.Wednesdays, May 21 and June 18,at the church. Wheelchair accessible. Cost: $8; children 5 and older, $4; children younger than 5, free.

Watertown

Spring fling dinner:Sponsored by Watertown Eagles Club Auxiliary, 5:30 to 8 p.m.Saturday, May 10,Watertown Eagles Club, outer Washington Street. Shrimp in a basket, chicken in a basket or clam strips in a basket, all served with french fries, salad and dessert. Takeouts available. Cost: $8; children 3 to 12, $5; children 2 and younger, free. Information: the club, 782-5495.

Spaghetti supper:Sponsored by Beta Sigma Phi Relay for Life team, 4:30 to 8 p.m.Friday, May 16,American Legion Post 61, 138 Sterling St. Takeouts, 4:30 p.m. Cost: $6; military, $5; children 5 to 12, $4. Information: Barb Harter, 788-8368 or hottamalebarb@yahoo.com.

Spaghetti supper:Sponsored by St. Anthony's Church Altar and Rosary Society, 4:30 to 7 p.m.Thursday, May 29,Monsignor Sechi Hall. Cost: $7; children, $4; children 2 and younger, free. Takeouts begin at 4 p.m. Spaghetti sauce, $4 per quart; meatballs, 60 cents each. Bring containers.

West Stockholm

Roast pork supper:5 p.m. until all are servedThursday, May 8,West Stockholm United Methodist Church. Menu: roast pork with dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrots and peas, applesauce, pickles, homemade rolls, assorted cakes, coffee, tea and milk. Cost: $7, children 5 to 12; $4; children 4 and younger and seniors older than 90, free. Takeouts available, 50 cents extra.

Auctions

Lowville

Annual Beaver Camp Auction:Set forFriday, June 13, and Saturday, June 14,Lewis County Fairgrounds. Businesses interested in donating should contact the camp. Proceeds to benefit children's camp program. Information: Keith Zehr, executive director, 376-2640.

Madrid

Annual auction:Poultry, small animals, related items, sponsored by Northern New York Poultry Fanciers, 10 a.m.Sunday, May 18,community center. Consignments taken 6:30 to 9:30 a.m. Food and refreshments. Information: Craig Cook, 528-6204, Gary Wells, 322-8993, Floyd Rood, 379-9498.

Craft fairs

Adams

Crafters wanted:For the Strawberry Festival indoor-outdoor craft show set forFriday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21,Sixtown Meetinghouse. Cost per space, one day: $15; both days, $30. Information and applications: 583-5459.

Brownville

Gen. Jacob J. Brown Weekend craft fair:Set forFriday, May 30-Sunday, June 1,at Brownville. 10- by-10-foot space: $25. Information: General Brown Weekend Committee, 782-4508 or 782-1275.

Constableville

38th annual Constable Hall arts and crafts fair:Seeking crafters, antiques dealers for the event set forSunday, June 15.Includes large auto show. Information, applications: 397-2771 or 397-2728.

Cranberry Lake

Craft fair:Sponsored by Cranberry Lake Fire Department Auxiliary, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Friday, July 25, and Saturday, July 26,the fire hall. Crafters and vendors needed. Information: Denise, 848-2916.

Glen Park

Crafters wanted:For event sponsored by Glen Park Fire Department Auxiliary, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Saturday, May 31,the fire hall. Information: 639-4340.

Henderson

Heritage Day juried craft fair:Henderson Historical Society seeking crafters for its Heritage Day juried craft fairSaturday, Aug. 9. Applications: www.hendersonhistoricalsociety.com; Ned, 938-5185, or Elaine, 938-5315.

Heuvelton

10th annual Heuvelton Homecoming Labor Day Celebration:Seeking crafters and vendors for the event set forSaturday, Aug. 30, and Sunday, Aug. 31,at Heuvelton. Theme: St. Lawrence County. To rent space for craft fair: Pam, 344-6307, or Shirley, 393-5684.

Potsdam

Crafters and artisans needed:For Potsdam summer festival, sponsored by Potsdam Chamber of Commerce, set for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday, July 12,Ives Park. 14- by 12-foot outdoor space: $45; chamber members: $35; special rates for nonprofit organizations. Spaces assigned beginning at 7 a.m. Applications due byThursday, July 3.Information and applications: the chamber, 1 Market St., or 274-9000 or Potsdam@slic.com.

Star Lake

Vendors wanted:For Clifton-Fine Hospital Auxiliary craft fair, set for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Saturday, Sept. 6,Clifton-Fine Arena. Eight-foot table: $10. Reserve tables byMonday, Sept. 1.Information: Ann Latremore, 848-2511, or Lillian Streeter, 848-2387.

St. Regis Falls

Craft Corner:Features crafts made by St. Regis Falls senior citizens for sale before evening meals and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Sundaysbefore bingo at St. Regis Falls Adult Center, North River Road. Proceeds benefit center activities.

Watertown

Craft fair:In conjunction with Jefferson County Dairy Festival, 3 to 9 p.m.Friday, June 6,Dulles State Office Building. Free. Food and agricultural displays. Information, vendors: 493-1694.

Sales

Adams

Eighth annual perennial flower & tree sale:9 a.m. to 6 p.m.Friday, May 16,and 9 a.m. to noonSaturday, May 17,Adams United Methodist Church.

Alexandria Bay

Farmers market:Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce needs vendors for "The Bay Marketplace," 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Fridays beginning May 16,property adjacent to Kinney Drugs. Interested vendors: the chamber of commerce, 482-9531.

Canton

Townwide garage sales:All daySaturday, May 17,town of Morley. Rain or shine. Library book and bake sale. Food and refreshments available at fire hall. To be on map: Joan, 265-0205.

Rummage sale:10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7,United Helpers Canton Nursing Home, 40 W. Main St. Bag sale, noon Saturday. Proceeds benefit resident events and Family Connection & Volunteer Connection.

Carthage

Farmers market:Sponsored by Carthage Area Chamber of Commerce, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.Fridays, May 30-Oct. 31,farmers market pavilion, Riverside Drive. Vendors interested should contact the chamber. Homegrown produce, handcrafted items, baked goods, plants and more. Information: the chamber, 493-3590, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays, or carthage@gisco.net.

Copenhagen

Yard sale:Sponsored by River of Life Fellowship Youth Group, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.Friday, May 16, and Saturday, May 17,the Parker residence, 10152 Washington St. Proceeds benefit group's trip to attend Generation conference in Utica. Information: Jillann Micek, 688-2662.

Evans Mills

Bake sale:9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Saturday, May 24,Wal-Mart Supercenter, Route 11. Proceeds benefit the 2008 Boston Breast Cancer 3-Day participant Lori Bezio. To donate funds: www.The3Day.org, click donate now and search for Lori Bezio's name.

Gouverneur

Rummage sale:Sponsored by Kendrew Grange, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Saturday, May 17,Kendrew Grange Hall, Route 812. Bag sale, $2 per, 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit Kendrew Grange Renovation Fund.

Heuvelton

Rummage sale:Sponsored by the Presbyterian Women of Heuvelton, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Saturday, May 10,in the church basement. Good used clothing, knickknacks and miscellaneous items. Bake sale in the Friendship Room. Bag sale, $1 per bag, begins at noon.

Donations needed:Heuvelton Fire Department Auxiliary needs donations of clean, gently used items for third annual yard sale,Saturday, June 14. To donate: Angel, 344-0429, or Laura, 344-7569

Hopkinton

Townwide garage sale:Set forSaturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25. To be placed on the map, contact Georgia Macy, 328-4168.

Lowville

Geranium sale:Conducted by Lewis County General Hospital Auxiliary, to benefit the auxiliary's scholarship fund. 4 1/2-inch red, white and pink geraniums, $2.50 per plant. To order: Sue Bush, 348-8033, Edith Strash, 346-1151, or Gail Green, 346 -1251, or any other auxiliary member. Pick up orders from noon to 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, May 14,and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Thursday, May 15,at LeRoy Nichol's Building, Lewis County Fairgrounds.

Massena

Rummage sale:Benefits the Women's Fellowship of Emmanuel Congregational Church, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Friday, May 9,Adath Israel Synagogue, Church and West Orvis streets. Clothing, jewelry, furniture, appliances, exercise equipment and knickknacks. $1 bag sale, 2 to 4 p.m.

Norfolk

Rummage sale:9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.Thursday, May 8,and 9 a.m. to noonFriday, May 9,$2 bag sale, Norfolk United Methodist Church. From noon to 1 p.m.Friday,everything free. Donations accepted 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.today, May 6,at the church. Information: Zenith Dallos, 384-3069.

Ogdensburg

Farmers market:9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Saturdays beginning May 24,Greenbelt Park. Interested vendors: Sandra M. Porter, Ogdensburg Chamber of Commerce executive director, 393-3620 or chamber@gisco.net.

Potsdam

Annual spring rummage sale:Sponsored by Trinity Episcopal Church, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.Thursday, May 8,and 9 a.m. to noonFriday, May 9,the church, Maple Street. Bag sale Friday. Household goods, spring and summer clothes and more.

Richville

Villagewide lawn sales:8 to 4 p.m.Saturday, June 14,throughout Richville. Car wash, hamburgers and hot dogs at fire hall. Information: Heather Bowman, 287-4215.

Three Mile Bay

Donations sought:Non-clothing donations accepted for Lyme Lions Club annual auction, set for 1 p.m.Sunday, June 8,Three Mile Bay Fire Hall. Information: Gene, 782-1728, or Joyce, 649-3448.

Watertown

Craft and farmers market:10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Fridays through Dec. 19,Paddock Arcade. Information: Trudy Dean, 836-1508.

Farm, craft and antiques market:Sponsored by Greater Watertown-North Country Chamber of Commerce, opens for season 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.Wednesday, May 28,along Washington Street, downtown. Operates every Wednesday throughOct. 8.Vendors, apply at chamber office, 1241 Coffeen St., or online at www.watertownny.com. Booth space reserved for whole season or weekly basis.

Plant sale:Cornell Cooperative Extension of Jefferson County Master Gardeners, 8 to 11 a.m.Saturday, May 17,extension offices, 203 N. Hamilton St. Annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables and house plants. Information: Sue Gwise, 788-8450.

West Carthage

Books, knickknacks, puzzles and homemade candy sale:Hosted by William Dalton Estates Seniors, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Friday, May 16and 9 a.m.Saturday, May 17,William Dalton Estates, 38 N. Broad St. Benefits the seniors' social activities and expenses. Information: Nancy Hickey, 493-1469.