Looking Ahead

The arts

Concerts

Boonville

Darrell's Dilemma:90s classic rock, blues and country, 8 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 14,Boonville Veterans of Foreign Wars. ID required. Cost: $5.

Canton

Pipe organ lecture and concert:Lecture, 7:15 p.m.; concert, 8 p.m.,Saturday, Feb. 7,Gunnison Memorial Chapel, St. Lawrence University. Free. Speaker: Mark Baumaan, Kerner and Merchant Pipe Organ Builders, Syracuse; Organist, Sondra Goldsmith Proctor and Ad Hoc Singers. Information: the music department, 229-5184.

Carthage, Copenhagen, Felt Mills

Black River Valley Fiddlers:1 to 5 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 8,Carthage Elks Club; 1 to 5 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 15,Felts Mills Fire Department, and 1 to 5 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 22,Copenhagen Fire Department.

Dexter

Ham jam:Country music, 7 to 9 p.m. everyTuesday,Dexter Municipal Building. Coffee, tea and dessert available.

Gouverneur

St. Lawrence County All-County concert:Festival B, 2 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 7,Gouverneur Central School. Tickets: $3; family, $12 cap.

Lowville

Black River Valley Concert Series:Sponsored by Lewis County Historical Society. Concerts at 8 p.m.selected Saturdaysin the historical society's blue room, 7552 S. State St. Season tickets: $175; Lewis County Historical Society members, $150. Tickets available in advance at the society office or at Café Z, South State Street. Information: the society, 376-8957.

Feb. 7:Eilen Jewell — And her band, performing classic country, folk and swing. Tickets: $18 in advance, $20 at the door.

Feb. 28:Tanglefoot — Folk-influenced songs. Tickets: $20 in advance, $23 at the door.

March 7:The Refugees — Musical styles that blend country, rock, folk and Americana. Tickets: $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

March 14:Ben Blair and Friends — Classic rock, featuring Jimmy Burr, former band mate from Rollin Easy on keyboard. Tickets: $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

March 28:John Jorgenson Quintet — Known as one of the pioneers of the American gypsy jazz movement, guitarist John Jorgenson performs with his band. Tickets: $20 in advance, $23 at the door.

April 4:Jeremy Wallace trio — American roots music. Tickets: $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

April 25:David Jacobs-Strain — Blues. Tickets: $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

May 2:Stringwinds — Features members of the Orchestra of Northern New York including flutist Kenneth Andrews, violinist John Lindsey, bassoonist Carol Lowe and Harold Levin on viola. Tickets: $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

May 9:Vance Gilbert — Singer, songwriter and guitarist. Tickets: $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

May 16:Sue Foley and Peter Karp — Blues and roots. Tickets: $18 in advance, $20 at the door.

Ogdensburg, Potsdam, Beaver Falls

Orchestra of Northern New York concert series:"Viva Vivaldi," 7:30 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 7,St. Mary's Cathedral, Hamilton Street, Ogdensburg; 3 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 8,St. Mary's Church, Potsdam. Winter baroque concert. Young peoples concert, 7:30 p.m.Friday, March 13,Beaver River Central School, Beaver Falls, in conjunction with school's music department. Community Performance Series family concert, "Great Heroes and Legends," noonFriday, March 13;Beethoven's fifth symphony, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, April 25,and "American Pops," 7 p.m.Wednesday, July 1,all in Helen M. Hosmer Hall, SUNY Potsdam. Tickets: $18; senior citizens, $16; students, $10; children 12 and younger, free. Information, tickets: 267-3251, or www.onny.org.

Philadelphia

Winter Bi-County Festival:Sponsored by Jefferson-Lewis Music Teachers' Association, 2 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 7,Indian River High School. Admission: $2; students, $1. Featuring elementary band, vocal jazz and junior high choir. Information: Jennifer Waterhouse, 493-2456.

Potsdam

Guitarist in concert: Award winning Croatian guitarist Robert Belinic, 7:30 p.m.Wednesday, Feb. 4,Sara M. Snell Music Theater.

Watertown

Syracuse Symphony Orchestra 2008-09 series:All shows at Dulles State Office Building, 317 Washington St. "Forbidden Broadway," 3 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 8."When Swing Is King," 8 p.m.Monday, March 16.Beethoven's "Eroica," 3 p.m.Sunday, April 26.Information, ticket package subscriptions: SSO, 424-8200, 1 (800) 724-3810 or www.SyracuseSymphony.org.

Trinity Concert Series:Performances at Trinity Episcopal Church, 227 Sherman St. Tickets: preferred seating, $15 at the door, $12 in advance; general admission, $12 at the door; $10 in advance; senior citizens and military, $10 at the door, $8 in advance; students, $5. An Operation Yellow Ribbon event. Information, tickets: the church, 788-6290, ext. 23. Season brochure: www.trinitywatertown.org.

"The Transcriber's Art: Transcriptions for Organ" — 7 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 28.Kyle P. Ramey, Trinity's director of music ministries, performs music of Vivaldi, Elgar, Grieg, Rossini and more.

Vinca Quartet — String quartet, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, March 21.First-place winner in the 2008 International Chamber Ensemble Competition.

Manhattan Piano Trio — 7:30 p.m.Saturday, May 2.Pianist Milana Strezeva, violinist Dmitry Lukin and cellist Dmitry Kouzov.

Watertown Musicales programs:7:30 p.m.Mondays, April 13 and May 11,and annual dinner meeting and musical program, 6 p.m.Monday, June 8,First Presbyterian Church, 403 Washington St. Information: 782-1750.

Exhibits

Canton

Exhibition:"North Korean Images at Utopia's Edge," on displaythrough Thursday, March 12,Richard F. Bush Art Gallery, St. Lawrence University.

Clayton

"The Glass River":Winter photography exhibit, on viewthrough Friday, March 6,Handweaving Museum & Art Center, 314 John St. Information: the museum, 686-4123 or www.hm-ac.org.

Ogdensburg

Remington art and tea series: Wednesdays,Frederic Remington Art Museum, 303 Washington St. Lectures are free, lunch is $12; and members, $10.Feb. 11:"The Parish Mansion — a house designed by Jacques Ramme", Joe McDonald and David Martin, lunch, noon, presentation, 2 p.m.;March 11:"Bear Chasing and Bullfighting — Frederic Remington the Sportsman" Susan Longshore, St. Lawrence County Historical Society, lunch, noon, presentation, 2 p.m.;May 13:"Frederic Remingon's Presence, 1898 to 1909", Robert Thacker, St. Lawrence University, presentation, 1 p.m., tea, 2:30 p.m.

Old Forge

Fifth annual Northeast National Pastel Exhibition:A competitive exhibition open to living artists working in soft pastel, on viewSaturday, June 13-Sunday, July 12,Arts Center/Old Forge. Entries due byMonday, March 2.More than $2,400 in special awards. Entry fee: $35 for one or two 35-millimeter slides or digital submissions. For a prospectus, visit www.artscenteroldforge.org; or send e-mail to info@artscenteroldforge.org or a #10 self-addressed, stamped envelope to Arts Center/Old Forge, attention NNPE, P.O. Box 1144, Old Forge, N.Y. 13420.

Potsdam

Exhibit:Works by Arnold Sauther, retired art teacher who taught at Salmon River Central School for 40 years, on displaythrough Saturday, Feb. 21,Creative Spirit Community Art Center, 8 Raymond St. Information: 265-3949.

Exhibit, opening reception:"Bicknell to Yamamoto — Gibson Gallery Acquisitions, 2000 to 2008," on displaythrough Saturday, Feb. 28,SUNY Potsdam Roland Gibson Gallery, Brainerd Hall. Gallery hours: Noon to 5 p.m. Monday and Friday; noon to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; and noon to 4 p.m. Saturday.

Sackets Harbor

Quilt show:"My Favorite Great Lakes Seaway Trail Place," set forSaturday, March, 21, and Sunday, March 22,Seaway Trail Discovery Center. Competition rules: www.seawaytrail.com or 1 (800) SEAWAY-T.

Saranac Lake

Artist's reception:Mary Lou Reid's exhibit "Glazed and Wired," 5 to 7 p.m.Friday, Feb. 6,Adirondack Artists Guild, 52 Main St. On view through February.

11th annual juried art competition:Original art in any medium including fiber, photography, ceramics and printmaking. Two dimensional work must not exceed 34". Hand deliver work from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 28, Tuesday, March 3-Friday,March 6,and from 12 to 3 p.m.Sunday, March 1,Adirondack Artists Guild, 52 Main St. Entry fee: $20 for one or two submissions; additional $5 for third piece. Opening reception: 5 to 7 p.m.Friday, March 13,the gallery. Awards announced, 6 p.m. Information: www.adirondackguild.com.

Festivals

Potsdam

Annual membership celebration:4 to 6:30 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 7,St. Lawrence County Arts Council, 51 Market St. Information: the council, 265-6860, or www.slcartscouncil.org.

Films

Cape Vincent

Independent film series:Sponsored by Cape Vincent Community Library, 7 p.m. first and thirdThursdaysof the month through April, St. John's Episcopal Church. Second and fourth Thursday inJanuarydue to holiday. Free admission.

Clayton

Family film series:Sponsored by Thousand Islands Performing Arts Fund, 3 p.m. the thirdSundayof the month,Clayton Opera House. Tickets: $5; children, $3.50. Concessions of popcorn, candy, soda and water, $1 each. Information, tickets: 686-2200.

Lake Placid

Friday night curated film series:Show time,8 p.m. selectedFridays,Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Drive. Doors open, 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker. Admission: $6. Information: 1 (518) 523-2512.Feb. 6:" Vicky Cristina Barcelona."Feb. 13:"Surfwise." Guest speaker.March 6:"Frozen River." Guest speaker.April 24:"Religulous."

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour:7 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 8,Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Drive. Action, environmental and adventure mountain films. Tickets: Advance, $17; at the door if available, $20. Information: www.chestnutmtnproductions.com/banff/lakeplacidhome.1.htm.

Oxbow

Saturday night movies:7 p.m.Saturdays,Oxbow Presbyterian Church. Free.

Literature

Chaumont

Book talk:7 p.m. most thirdTuesdaysof the month, Lyme Free Library.Feb. 17:"America America" by Ethan Canin. Information: the library, 649-5454, or Sandy Branski, 649-5761.

Dexter

Dexter Free Library Book Club:1 p.m. the fourthTuesdayof the month at the library. Information: 639-6785.

Watertown

"Audacious Austen!":6 to 8 p.m.Mondays, Feb. 23-March 16,Jefferson Community College. A workshop examining Jane Austen's life and times as she skewers husband-hunting, landed gentry, social-climbing, and those who make, break, and enforce the rules in three of her great novels: "Northhanger Abbey," "Emma" and "Pride and Predjudice." Cost: $50. Registration: JCC's continuing education office, 786-2233. Information: www.sunyjefferson.edu.

On stage

Canton

Open stage:7 to 9 p.m.first Thursdayof the month, BlackBird Cafe, 107 Main St. Information: 386-8104, or www.theblackbirdcafe.com. To reserve a performance time, Rev. Michael P. Catanzaro, 386-4364.

Lake Placid

"Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey": Presented by Disney on Ice, 7 p.m.Thursday, Feb. 12 and Friday, Feb. 13,noon and 4 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 14,3 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 15,and 2 p.m.Monday, Feb. 16,Olympic Center, 1980 Herb Brooks Arena, 2634 Main St. Tickets: Feb. 12 show, $10; all other shows, $12 and $19. Box office: 1 (518) 523-3330.

Adult comedy night:Featuring Louis Ramey, finalist on NBC's Last Comic Standing, 8 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 15,Lake Placid Center for the Arts, 17 Algonquin Drive. Open act with Moody McCarthy and host Mike Speirs. Tickets: $16. Information: www.comedians.comedycentral.com.

Ogdensburg

Ogdensburg Command Performances:Shows at 7:45 p.m., unless otherwise indicated, George Hall Auditorium, Ogdensburg Free Academy. Tickets, unless otherwise indicated: $30, $26, $22, $14. Discounts for senior citizens, students and groups of 10 or more. Information, tickets: OCP, 393-2625 or www.ogdensburgk12.org/OCP.

Saturday, Feb. 28:African Footprint — African music including drums, saxophone and penny whistler and traditional gumboot, tap, contemporary ballet and hip-hop pantsula.

Friday, March 6:"Altar Boyz" — Winner of best off-Broadway musical and Outer Critics Circle Award. Party and meet the Boyz after the show, 9:30 p.m., Little Italy, $20 per person.

Saturday, March 14:"The Princess and the Pea" — 3 and 7 p.m., presented by Missoula Children's Theatre. Tickets: $5; children 5 to 11, $3; children 4 and younger, free.

Wednesday, March 18:"The Pajama Game" — An all-new production of the Tony Award-winning Broadway show.

Wednesday, May 13:"The Spy" — A play based on the novel by James Fenimore Cooper. Dramatic contemporary theater.

Potsdam

Metropolitan Opera performances:"The Met: Live in HD" at the Roxy Theater. Presented by SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music and the theater. Tickets: $18; senior citizens, $15; students, $12. Tickets available at the Community Performance Series box office, Sara M. Snell Music Theater lobby, SUNY Potsdam; by calling 267-2277 or visiting www.cpspotsdam.org, and at Northern Music & Video and the Roxy Theater.

"Lucia di Lammermoor" — 1 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 7, and Sunday, Feb. 22.

"Ofreo ed Euridice" — 7 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 8.

"Madama Butterfly" — 1 p.m.Saturday, March 7, and Sunday, March 15.

"La Sonnambula" — 1 p.m.Saturday, March 21,and 7 p.m.Sunday, April 5.

"La Cenerentola" — 1 p.m.Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10.

Dufflebag Theatre presents "Romeo and Juliet":10 a.m., noon and 7 p.m.Friday, Feb. 6,Sara M. Snell Music Theater, SUNY Potsdam. Tickets: $10; discounts for groups, seniors, youth and those with SUNY Potsdam ID. Purchase tickets: Community Performance Series box office, 267-2277, or www.cpspotsdam.org.

Saranac Lake

"The Merchant of Venice":7:30 p.m.Friday, Feb. 13, and Saturday, Feb. 14,Pendragon Theatre, Tickets: $20 for adults; senior citizens, $16; youths under 17, $10. Information, reservations: 1 (518) 891-1854.

"The Complete History of America (abridged)":Production of historical fact and hysterical farce, 7:30 p.m.Fridays, Feb. 20 and 27, and Saturdays, Feb. 21 and 28,and 2:30 p.m.Sundays, Feb. 22 and March 1,Pendragon Theatre. Tickets: $14; seniors and students, $12. Matinees: $12; seniors and students, $10.

Watertown

"The Kitchen Witches":Comedic play about cable cooking show chefs who are archrivals. Dinner theater shows, 7 p.m.Fridays, Feb. 6 and 13, Saturdays, Feb. 7 and 14,and 12:30 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 8,and stage shows, 7:30 p.m.Thursdays, Feb. 5 and 12,Trinity Auditorium, 227 Sherman St. Cost: $27.50, includes dinner, tax, tip and show; stage shows: $10. Feb. 6 show benefits National Kidney Foundation. Dinner choices: sirloin tip roast, crabmeat stuffed fish, grilled fish, half stuffed chicken. Reservations: 782-2347. No reservations needed for stage shows.

Sharing talents

Antwerp

Original Yanks Drum and Bugle Corps:6 to 9 p.m.Sundays,American Legion Post 916. Uniforms and instruments provided, but not boots. Information: Jeff Wood, corps director, 788-5228, or www.originalyanks.com.

Boonville, Lyons Falls

Adirondack Community Chorus:Lenten concert rehearsals. Forest Presbyterian Church: 6:30 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 15, and Wednesday, Feb. 25.Concert,Sunday, March 1.Boonville Presbyterian Church: 6:30 p.m.Sundays, Jan. 25, Feb. 8, Feb. 22, and Wednesday, March 4.Concert,Sunday, March 8.Information: Peg Nuspliger, 348-6252; Jan Yauger, 942-2046; Mary Ann Reilly, 348-6351; John DeRoos, 942-4423.

Canton

Canton Goldenaires Barbershop Chorus:7:15 p.m.Mondays,Partridge Knoll Retirement Community dining room. Information: Donald Blount, 386-4821, Richard Todd, 386-4013, or Jack Bruyere, 393-1321.

Concert band:Directed by Glenn Roberts, 7 to 9 p.m.Mondays,Underground, Noble Center, St. Lawrence University. Information: glenn_roberts@mac.com.

St. Lawrence Chorus of Sweet Adelines:7 p.m.Tuesdays,Canton Central School's high school library, State Street. Seeking new members. Open to women who enjoy singing and can carry a tune. Female group sings four-part harmony in barbershop style. Repertoire includes show tunes, modern music and favorites from the past. Information: Michelle, 212-3630, or Rebecca, 262-2057.

University Chorus:7 to 9 p.m.Tuesdays,Herring-Cole Hall, St. Lawrence University. Community chorus. Information: Barry Torres, 229-5171, or btorres@stlawu.edu.

Early Music Singers:7 to 9 p.m.Thursdays,Gunnison Memorial Chapel, St. Lawrence University. Select chamber choir, specializes in medieval, Renaissance and Baroque a cappella music. Information: Barry Torres, 229-5171, or btorres@stlawu.edu.

String orchestra:Directed by Chris Hosmer, 7 to 9 p.m.Thursdays,Underground, Noble Center, St. Lawrence University. Information: cello@twcny.rr.com.

St. Lawrence University Gospel Choir:Seeking new members from the campus and community. Rehearsals, 4:30 p.m.Fridays,Gunnison Memorial Chapel. Performances for progressive Christian worship service, 5 p.m.Sundaysin the chapel. To join the choir: Rev. Shaun Whitehead, 229-5062, or Barry Torres, 229-5171.

Clayton

Clayton Community Band:Rehearsals resumeMarch 3,from 7 to 8:30 p.m.Tuesdays,stage of Clayton Opera House, Riverside Drive. Open to anyone who enjoys performing in a concert band setting.

DeKalb Junction

Round and square dancing:with Classic Country, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.Saturdays, Feb. 7 and 21,Amvets Post 11, 4348 Route 11.

Music and dancing:With the Buckskins, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.Saturdays, Feb. 14 and 28,Amvets Post 11, 4348 Route 11.

Karaoke with Larry:8 p.m. to midnightFridays,Amvets Post 11, 4348 Route 11. Information: the post, 347-3099.

Jam session:Open to all musicians, 2 to 4 p.m.Sundays,Amvets Post 11, at 4348 Route 11. Free. Information: the post, 344-3099.

Gouverneur

Non-instructional drawing sessions:Sponsored by St. Lawrence County Arts Council, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Mondays,Loomis Building, 223 E. Main St. Artists share ideas and instruct one another as they work on their projects or collaborations. Bring drawing and painting supplies. Fee: $2. Information: the arts council, 265-6860.

LaFargeville

Open mike night:7:30 p.m.Wednesdays,American Legion, Route 180. Bluegrass, country and gospel. Information: Cliff Hulbert, 642-0034, or Georgia Weathers, 482-4005.

Ogdensburg

Seaway Valley Community Band:6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Mondays,band room, Ogdensburg Free Academy. Those joining must provide their own instrument and pay a $10 fee. Information: Lea Barrett, 393-0951.

Plessis

Open mike night:7 p.m.Thursdays,Plessis Church House, Route 26. Bluegrass, country and gospel. Information: Carol Parker, 482-7449, or Georgia Weathers, 482-4005.

Potsdam

Community chorus:Conducted by Peter J. Durow for all interested singers, 7 p.m.Mondays,Room C107, Bishop Hall, Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam. Information: Mr. Durow, 267-2399.

Community band:Conducted by Potsdam State University College/Community Band, a new performance ensemble for liberal art students, college faculty and staff members and area residents who play wind and percussion instruments, 5:45 to 7:15 p.m.Tuesdays,Room C107, Bishop Hall, Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam. Information: Michael Schaff, 267-3231 or schaffmp@potsdam.edu.

pen art session:10 a.m. to noonFridays,Creative Spirit Art Center, 6 Raymond St. Bring watercolors and sketchpads. Fee: $4. Information: art center, 265-3949 or creative_spirit_art_center@yahoo.com.

Saranac Lake

Adirondack Singers:7:30 to 9:15 p.m.Tuesdays,St. Bernard's Church. Information: Linda Warner, 1 (518) 523-2238; Beryl Szwed, 1 (518) 891-5008, or Valerie Abraham, 1 (518) 523-9788.

Waddington

Open art session:Sponsored by St. Lawrence County Arts Council, led by Robert Ritter, 10 a.m. to noon the firstTuesdayof the month, old elementary school cafeteria, routes 345 and 37. Fee: $1. Information: the arts council, 265-6860 or slcartscouncil@yahoo.com.

Watertown

Northern Blend Chorus:7 p.m.Mondays,Emmanuel Congregational Church, 119 S. Hamilton St. An a cappella group for women who like to sing. Experience helpful but not necessary. Information: Katie, 681-3242.

Islander Barbershop Chorus:7 to 9:30 p.m.Tuesdays,Salvation Army, 723 State St. Open to men who like to sing. Information: Ken, 646-3020.

Community orchestra and wind ensemble:Orchestra, 6 to 8 p.m., and wind ensemble, 8 to 10 p.m.Wednesdays, Feb. 11-May 6,Jefferson Community College. No rehearsal March 25. Free community concert May 8. Cost: $50; age 55 and older, $40.

Open mike, talent night:7 p.m.Fridays,Different Drummer Internet Cafe, Paddock Arcade. Free. Information: 782-0595 or www.differentdrummercafe.org.

Workshops

Adams

Pottery class:Offered by South Jefferson Central School's adult education program, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Tuesdays, through Feb. 10,at the school, Route 11. Instructor: Brian Hallett. Cost: $45, includes supplies. Registration: the school, 232-4531, ext. 2.

Potsdam

St. Lawrence County Arts Council programs:Held at SLC Arts Council gallery, 51 Market St. Pre-registration required by calling 265-6860, or www.slcartscouncil.org.

Learn guitar finger picking in two lessons — 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Thursdays, Feb. 5 and 12.Cost: $25. Instructor Barb Heller.

Pulaski

Fine arts classes:Watercolor for adults, 1 to 3 p.m., and for children and adults, 4 to 5 p.m.Tuesdays,Salmon River Fine Arts Center, 19 Lake St. Instructor: Patricia A. Tanner. Materials provided. Fee: $10 per class. Information: 298-7007.

Exhibitions

Alexandria Bay

Winter art show and chocolate reception:1:30 to 5 p.m.Saturday, Feb. 7,Community Gallery, Macsherry Library, 112 Walton St. Free. Winter art show on display during library hours fromSaturday, Feb. 7, through Saturday, Feb. 14.

Watertown

Chaussures et Chocolate:A history of shoes and chocolate, fromThursday, Feb. 12,toFriday, May 15,main gallery, Jefferson County Historical Society, 228 Washington St. Cocktail reception: 5 to 7 p.m.Thursday, Feb. 12,the museum, with open bar by Allen's Liquor and Wines. Tickets to reception pre-purchase only, throughWednesday, Jan. 11,at the historical society. Cost: $25; members, $20. Information: Lenka Walldroff, 782-3491.

Trips

Canton

"The Best of Michigan" bus trip:Sponsored by Canton Senior Citizens Club,Sunday, May 17-Saturday, May 22.Cost: $739. Includes bus, lodging, 11 meals, Mackinac Island, Bronner's, Frankenmuth, "Little Bavaria," Henry Ford Museum, Soo Locks dinner cruise, Tahquamen Falls and Brewery, Shipwreck Museum, Kewadin Shores Casino and more. Information: Myrtle Regan, 386-8917.

DeKalb Junction

Upper Canada Playhouse "A Tribute to Patsy Cline":Sponsored by DeKalb-Hermon Senior Citizen Club, leaves 9:45 a.m.Sunday, May 3,Sunrise Apartments, with 10:30 a.m. pick-up at Centennial Terrace, Ogdensburg. Brunch at MacIntosh Inn before show. Cost: $60; $45 for senior citizens club members. Information: Shirley, 393-5684, or Cheryl, 393-6224.

Ogdensburg

Bus trip to Rideau Carlton Casino, Ottawa:Set to leave Doughnut King parking lot at 1:30 p.m.Sunday, Feb. 8.Cost: $30. Includes $20 for casino games and $10 meal voucher. Sponsored by Heuvelton Labor Day Committee. Information: Shirley, 393-5684.

Potsdam

Trip to Washington, D.C.:Sponsored by Debra Drive Senior Citizens,Thursday, March 19-Tuesday, March 24.Bus leaves from SUNY Potsdam, Lot 31. Cost, including transportation, hotels, five breakfasts, three dinners, admission fees: $485. Information: Ruth Robar, 265-3708 or 265-2890.

Trip to Northern Michigan and Mackinac Island:Sponsored by Debra Drive Senior Citizens,Sunday, May 31-Saturday, June 6.Bus leaves from SUNY Potsdam, Lot 31. Cost, including transportation, hotels, six breakfasts, four dinners, admission fees: $579. Information: Ruth Robar, 265-3708 or 265-2890.

Watertown

Lenten pilgrimage:Hosted by the Rev. Donald A. Robinson, pastor of St. Anthony's Church. A trip to Greece and the Greek isles,Tuesday, March 24-Friday, April 3.Cost: $2,599. Includes round-trip air fare, hotels, three-day cruise, most meals and comprehensive sightseeing. Information, brochure: 782-1190 or DONROB4@twcny.rr.com.

Trip to Niagara Falls, Ontario:Overnight trip sponsored by The Castaways Relay for Life team. Bus leaves, 9:30 a.m.Sunday, April 26,returns 4 p.m.Monday, April 27,Freeman Bus Corp., Watertown. Includes $10 casino play at Fallsview Casino, an overnight stay at Comfort Inn on Clifton Hill and deluxe continental breakfast. Cost: $95, must be paid in full bySunday, March 16.Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Information: Wanda Minkler, 408-6754, or Darlene Cupernall, 658-2916.

Lancaster, Pa., motorcoach trip:Sponsored by Beta Sigma Phi,Saturday, Nov. 14, and Sunday, Nov. 15.Details at www.bsptrips.bravehost.com. Cost, $269 per person, includes transportation, hotel and shopping at Rockvale Outlets, dinner at Miller's Smorgasbord, orchestra seating for "The Christmas Show" at American Music Theatre, visits to National Christmas Center and Hershey's Chocolate World. $100 deposit dueWednesday, July 1.Balance dueTuesday, Sept. 1.Information, brochure: Barb Harter, 788-8363 or hottamalebarb@yahoo.com.

Throughout the area

Motorcoach trip to "The Buddy Holly Story" in Auburn:Sponsored by JCC Women's Organization,Saturday, Sept. 12. Cost: $125; includes tickets to show at Merry-Go-Round theater, shopping at Waterloo Prime Outlets and dinner buffet at Painville Turkey Farm restaurant. $50 deposit due Friday, April 3; balance due Friday, July 3. Information: www.jccwotrips.bravehost.com or Barb Harter, 788-8363, or hottamalebarb@yahoo.com.