Weekend July 12-13

There are so many ways to enjoy your weekend, it was difficult to choose what to highlight. Before warned it will be difficult for you to choose as well.

FESTIVALS:

FIRST THERE IS THE FRENCH - It is rumored that tens of thousands of people will descend upon the quaint village of Cape Vincent this weekend. The Cape is just far enough off the main path to hold its charm as a sleepy River Town. Often overshadowed by its downriver cousins, Clayton and Alexandria Bay, the cape offers fantastic views, narrow streets, fabulous sunsets and historical significance. This weekend it is host to the French Festival, one of the premiere Northern New York festivals, still going strong after forty years.

On Saturday the Festival kicks off with a pancake breakfast from 7 to 11am. The opening ceremonies at 11am will include the crowning of the French Festival Queen. More than 200 crafters will be selling their wares on the streets and the green starting at 10 am Saturday and running through Sunday afternoon. The parade, which is one of the longest and largest in the North Country begins at 2pm. Where else can you see Napoeon ride his horse down the street in 2008? Lots of food and fun, for more information call the Cape Vincent Chamber of Commerce at 654-2481, or log onto Cape Vincent, NY

THE BUSKERS RENDEZVOUS

Just across the river (and Wolfe Island) is the great Canadian city of Kingston. This weekend it is host to the twentieth annual Buskers Rendezvous. This unique street festival is where performers from across the US and Canada converge hawking their amazing talents with shows like Anti-Gravity Toronto and Xtreme Theatre and The Pogo Dudes, who we featured on our Live on Arcade Street early Friday morning. Here is the link to our story.

There is a lot more information available at Kingston Buskers including information about venues, streets blocked off, parking, admission fees and special show times. The Buskers make their living by donations from audience members, in the tradition of street performers from centuries long ago, so please bring cash to tip them. I have never been to the Buskers but plan on going this year. Log on Monday for pictures!

POTSDAM’S ANNUAL SUMMERFEST

Features: Music, Alfresco dinning, family day singalong,White Elephant Sale, Tour de Potsdam- More information: 274-9000 or Potsdam Chamber of Commerce Schedule of Events

EDWARDS ANNUAL FESTIVAL

Sponsored by Edwards Lions Club. Chicken barbecue. Old Tyme tractors, Guitar Hero, contest, food, dunking booths and crafters.

MUSIC:

There is live music everywhere this weekend.

SATURDAY JULY 12

The gorgeous summer Victorian village of Thousand Island Park on Wellesley Island will host the Frank Sacci Orchestra Saturday night. The FREE concert will take place in the in the Gazebo overlooking the majestic St. Lawrence. Don’t miss a chance to hear the big band sounds. Come early and stroll around the tiny streets and enjoy the colorful architecture of days gone by. 8pm-11pm - Saturday July 12.

SUNDAY JULY 13

Norwood- The Norwood Village Green Concert Series will host the Canadian Duo of Sue Foley and Lynn Miles Sunday 7pm.

Sackets Harbor - Concerts on the Waterfront will feature “Clayton Community Band” 3-5pm at the Sackets Harbor State Battlefield Site.

Clayton - UP NORTH MUSIC CONCERT SERIES at the Clayton Opera House 3pm-5pm, will feature Wreckloose (Rock), Scott Shipley (acoustic folk), Cullen’s Cross (Celtic). Sponsored by North Country Public Radio with special thanks to St. Lawrence County Arts Council. Artisan Showcase and Sale before (10am-2:45pm) and after (5pm-6pm).

Clayton - Sunset Series -Religious Concerts - Deacon Harvey Jones and Patty Mondore 6:30 pm Frink Park, Followed at 7:30pm by Jerry and Carol Loch in Blessed Assurance Band.

MAGIC SHOW

Saturday July 12 - Steve Cohen, “Chamber Magic” 7pm Clayton Opera House - Clayton, NY - box office - 686-2200

ALSO: Hospice Home and Garden Tour - Henderson Harbor, NY - morning tours begin at 9 am and afternoon tours at 1pm on Sunday July 13th. Information: Jefferson County Hospice at 788-7323 or Beth Hicks at 938-5350

THE SUMMER IS SHORT SO GET OUT OF THE HOUSE AND ENJOY IT!