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and enjoy a variety of musical entertainment, from classic and pop country to familiar oldies and rhythm and blues, as well as the Phoenix Community Band. Concessions are offered weekly by a local community organization. In case of inclement weather, a rain location will be announced on the Town of Schroeppel Community Service Facebook page. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free. Henley Park, 455 State St. Rome. Jam with the Band: The Family Band. The Mohawk Valley Bluegrass Association hosts. “The Family Band” is a group of three brothers, who enjoy playing and singing gospel, country and folk music together. Musicians who play bluegrass music are encouraged to bring their instruments to join in and jam with the band after the concert. Bill Fahy hosts and leads the jam. Beer, wine, and refreshments available by donation. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. $5. Rome Art and Community Center, 308 W Bloomfield St. www.romeart.org. 315-336-1340. executivedirector@romeart.org. Weedsport. Just Joe. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Lunkenheimer Craft Brewing Company, darienlake. 585-599-4641.

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Bouckville/Madison. Antique Week. See Aug. 14. Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Columbus. Taco Tuesday specials. 6:35 p.m. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. 315-474-7833. www.milb.com/syracuse?t=1682123374.

Syracuse. Goo Goo Dolls: The Big Night Out Tour. The lineup also includes O.A.R. All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice. Tickets subject to applicable fees. 7 p.m. $36+. St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview, 490 Restoration Way. www.sjhamphitheater.com.

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Bouckville/Madison. Antique Week. See Aug. 14. Clayton. The SteelDrivers. The bluegrass band has released four albums and received awards including a Grammy. 7:30 p.m. $35+. 403 Riverside Drive. https://tickets. claytonoperahouse.com. 315-686-2200.

Darien Center. Nickelback. 6:30 p.m. $77.40+. Darien Lake Performing Arts Center, 9993 Alleghany Road. www.sixflags.com/

Syracuse. Party in the Square. Party In The Square. Live entertainment, food trucks and vendors. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Free admission. Clinton Square, West Genesee and South Clinton streets. www.syrpartyinthesquare. com/?t=1682196256.

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Bouckville/Madison. Antique Week. See Aug. 14.

Liverpool. #SYRFoodTrucks in the Park. See Aug. 3.

Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Columbus. Dollar Thursday with concession deals. 6:35 p.m. $16-

Cruising The Historic Erie Canal

$39. 233 E. Washington St. 315-474-7833. www. milb.com/syracuse?t=1682123374.

Syracuse. Yellowcard: Celebrating 20 Years of Ocean Avenue. The lineup also includes Mayday Parade, Story of the Year, This Wild Life and Emo Night Brooklyn. All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice. Tickets subject to applicable fees. 7 p.m. $41+. St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview, 490 Restoration Way. www.sjhamphitheater.com.

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Booneville. NYS Woodsmen’s Field Days. The NYS Woodsmens Field Days is held at the Fairgrounds in Boonville. The event honors the forestry industry and represents a major stop on the lumberjack and lumberjill competition circuit. The Field Days event brings together a huge variety of forestry related displays of interest to both the professional logger and the occasional firewood cutter. Advanced sale: $13; $9 age 12 and younger; $11 military and age 60 and older. At the gate: $15; $13 age 12 and younger; $13 military and age 60 and older. Three-day weekend pass: $39; $27 children; free for children age five and younger. Parking at Adirondack Senior High School, 8181 NY Route 294. https://woodsmensfielddays.com. 315-942-4593.

Bouckville/Madison. Antique Week. See Aug. 14.

Sterling. Dusty Bottle Band. This Grateful Dead tribute band hails from Rochester. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Colloca Estate Winery, 14678 W Bay Road. www.facebook.com/CollocaEstate. 315-947-2069.

Syracuse. Food Truck Fridays. See Aug. 4. Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Columbus. Faith Night, with testimony and music following the fireworks, presented by Mission Syracuse. Craft beer specials and fireworks. 6:35 p.m. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. 315-474-7833. www. milb.com/syracuse?t=1682123374.

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Booneville. NYS Woodsmen’s Field Days. See Aug. 18.

Bouckville/Madison. Antique Week. See Aug. 14.

Liverpool. Willow Bay 5K Run & Fitness Walk for Women. This event begins at the Saw Mill Creek Shelter. Sponsored by the Syracuse Chargers. Willow Bay at Onondaga Lake Park, 3832 Long Branch Road. https://onondagacountyparks.com/parks/onondaga-lake-park/ willow-bay-at-onondaga-lake-park. 315-3080807. president@syracusechargers.org.

Syracuse. Asian Elephant Extravaganza. This annual event celebrates the Rosamond Gifford Zoo’s Asian elephant herd and the cultural traditions of their native countries in South Asia. Activities include performances of traditional Indian music and dance, an Indonesian orchestra called a gamelan, demonstrations with the six-member elephant herd and birthday celebrations for the two eldest elephants, Siri and Romani. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free with zoom membership or admission. Rosamond Gifford Zoo, 1 Conservation Place. www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org. 315-435-8511x8526. info@rosamondgiffordzoo.org.

Syracuse. Parker McCollum. Lineup also includes Larry Fleet and Ian Flanigan. All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice. Tickets subject to applicable fees. 7:30 p.m. $42+. St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview, 490 Restoration Way. www.sjhamphitheater.com.

Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Columbus. Postgame firework show. 6:35 p.m. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. 315-474-7833. www.milb.com/ syracuse?t=1682123374.

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Booneville. NYS Woodsmen’s Field Days. See Aug. 18.

Bouckville/Madison. Antique Week. See Aug. 14.

Cazenovia. Cazenovia Chamber BlockFest. Dining, dancing, games and sidewalk sales. Lincklaen Street. 315-655-9243. https://cazenovia.com.

Sylvan Beach. Jeeps at the Beach. This is a fundraiser to benefit Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital in Syracuse. Swag, treats and other vended goods, plus a raffle. Rain or shine. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $25 pre-sale registration; $30 at the gate. Free admission. Sylvan Beach, 1203 Main St. 315-435-5252. https:// jeepsatthebeach.wordpress.com. mike@ smittysrepair.com.

Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Columbus. After the game on Sundays, kids may run the bases just like their favorite players. 1:05 p.m. $16$39. 233 E. Washington St. 315-474-7833. www. milb.com/syracuse?t=1682123374.

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Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a variety of musical entertainment, from classic and pop country to familiar oldies and rhythm and blues, as well as the Phoenix Community Band. Concessions are offered weekly by a local community organization. . 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free. Henley Park, 455 State St. Watertown. Train. Grammy and Billboard Award-winning band has had 14 songs on Billboard’s Hot 100 since the release of their debut album. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission TBA. Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 650 W.T. Fields Dr. https://dpaoconcerts.com/events.

AUG. 22 Clayton. Clayton Community Band. Community members from all over the North Country and some who summer in the region join together to perform live. 7:30 p.m. $6+. 403 Riverside Drive. https://tickets.claytonoperahouse.com. 315-686-2200.

Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Buffalo Bisons. Taco Tuesday specials. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. 315-474-7833. www.milb.com/ syracuse?t=1682123374.

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Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Buffalo Bisons. We Care Wednesday, featuring local charitable organizations. 1:05 p.m. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. 315-474-7833. www.milb.com/syracuse?t=1682123374.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. People from across New York State gather for a 13-day celebration of New York State food, exhibits, entertainment, and fun. Hilby, the Skinny German Juggle Boy; Bandaloni the One-Man Band; and the Sea Lion Splash Show are among perennial entertainers at the Fair. Each year’s New York State Fair showcases numerous animals, hundreds of commercial attractions, scores of midway rides, and dozens of big-name entertainers (like Chubby Checker, 8/23 and Julio Iglesias, Jr. 8/26), free on the stage at Suburban Park (formerly Chevy Park) and local acts elsewhere around the 300-plus acre campus. Check the website for special discount and emphasis days and to find shuttles from various parts of the state. Scooter and wheelchair rental available. Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday through Sunday 9 a.m. to midnight with no entry or re-entry after 10 p.m. on any day. On Labor

Day (Sept. 5) the Fairgrounds will fully close at 9 p.m. Buildings open daily Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. $10 parking; free for children 12 and younger and adults 65 and older. 581 State Fair Boulevard. https://nysfair.ny.gov.

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Clayton. Al Jardine and His Endless Summer Band. Co-founder of the Beach Boys, Jardine served as the band’s rhythm guitarist and sang lead vocals on singles such as

“Help Me, Rhonda”, “Then I Kissed Her,” “Cottonfields,” and “Come Go with Me.” 7:30 p.m. $50+. 403 Riverside Drive. https://tickets.claytonoperahouse.com. 315-686-2200.

Syracuse. Pentatonix: The World Tour With Special Guest Lauren Alaina. All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice. Tickets subject to applicable fees. 8 p.m. $36+. St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview, 490 Restoration Way. www.sjhamphitheater.com.

Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Buffalo Bisons. Dollar Thursday with concession specials. Syracuse Salt Potatoes will be served all weekend. 6:35 p.m. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. www.milb.com/syracuse?t=1682123374. 315-474-7833.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 23.

AUG. 25 Auburn. Alive After 5 at Falcon Park. See June 2. Liverpool. Summer’s End Bazaar. Family-friendly event features crafters, artists, musicians, small businesses and more. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. Johnson Park, 2nd and Vine streets. www.liverpoolchamber.com/Home/LiverpoolIsThePlace.aspx. 315-254-8542. Cozmiccauldron@gmail.com.

Syracuse. Sam Hunt: Summer On The Outskirts Tour. The lineup also includes Brett Young and Lily Rose. All dates, acts and ticket prices subject to change without notice. Tickets subject to applicable fees. 7:30 p.m. $42+. St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview, 490

Peirce & Main Gifts ~ Main Street Arts

Sandy’s Floral Gallery ~ Sulfur Books

Checkmates Preloved Home Accents

Dork Forest Comics ~ Parks ~ Labyrinth

Foster Cottage Museum ~ Salons ~ Spa

Open for Tours May 3 - October 15 and Sale with Vendors & Crafters. The Boat Show & Sale will showcase many new models of pontoon, power, and sport boats, including cruisers, personal watercraft, and watercraft accessories. The show will feature a large regional selection of watercraft on display. There will also be a variety of vendors with items for sale and on display, NYS Boating Information Center, NYS Canal Corporation, and more. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Main St, Village Green. www.facebook. com/events/1144058946992719. cifonelli1@ gmail.com

Restoration Way. www.sjhamphitheater.com.

Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Buffalo Bisons. Craft beer specials and fireworks. Syracuse Salt Potatoes will be served all weekend. 6:35 p.m. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. www.milb.com/ syracuse?t=1682123374. 315-474-7833.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 23.

Watertown. Train. Wayne Newton. Known as “Mr. Las Vegas,” Newton has also been called “America’s number one night club act” by the Washington Post for his stage presence and performing longevity. 7– 9 p.m. Admission TBA.

Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 650 W.T. Fields Dr. https://dpaoconcerts.com/events.

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Clayton. DC’s Reflecting Fools. This musical parody group pokes fun at the current political scene and its main players through spoonerisms, quick costume changes, song parodies and impressions. 7:30 p.m. $45+. 403 Riverside Drive. https://tickets.claytonoperahouse.com. 315-686-2200.

Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Buffalo Bisons. Amazin’ Giveaway Pack available. Syracuse Salt Potatoes will be served all weekend. 6:35 p.m. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. www.milb. com/syracuse?t=1682123374. 315-474-7833.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 23.

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Alexandria Bay. Cycle the St. Lawrence. The cycling event will start with a sunrise over the St. Lawrence and include views of castles and lighthouses from the river, vineyards and Amish farms on the shores of Black Lake. The day will end with an after-party celebration at Bonnie Castle with live music, food, and a view of the sunset over the river. Three routes are available with recreational and competitive timed options for each: The St. Lawrence Seaway Century, 100 Miles from Alexandria Bay looping through Ogdensburg, along Black Lake to Clayton, with the finish line at Bonnie Castle; Le Fleuve Saint-Laurent Metric Century, 62 miles of river and lake views, with Bonnie Castle hosting the finish and after-party; and Lighthouses & Castles, 35 miles of views the 1,000 Islands, also ending at Bonnie Castle. The ride is presented by the Adirondack Foothills Cycling Club. www.cyclethestlawrence.com.

Cape Vincent. Stroll on Broadway. Sip, shop and dine all day, with sidewalk sales, artist demonstrations, and children’s entertainment. Performers include Loren Barrigar, Peg Dolan, Sara Parker Ada, and Gary Walts. 10 a.m. Free. Broadway Street in downtown Cape Vincent. www.capevincent.org/broadway. 315-6542481. capevincentchamber@gmail.com.

Sylvan Beach. Sylvan Beach Boat Show and Sale with Vendors & Crafters. See Aug. 26. Syracuse. Syracuse Mets vs. Buffalo Bisons. After the game on Sundays, kids may run the bases just like their favorite players. Syracuse Salt Potatoes will be served all weekend. 1:05 p.m. $16-$39. 233 E. Washington St. www.milb. com/syracuse?t=1682123374. 315-474-7833.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 23.

Weedsport. Barefoot & Sunshine. Americana/roots musicians play live. 1 – 3 p.m. Lunkenheimer Craft Brewing Company, 8931 N. Seneca St. www.facebook.com/ events/940103536990165.

Williamstown. Thornwood Motocross. UpState Motocross & WNYMA Race. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $30. 1108 Stone Hill Road. 315-420-9613 www.thornwoodmx.com.

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Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 23.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 23.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 23.

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Auburn. The Dean’s List. Local food and beverages will be available. Bring your own seating. 6–9 p.m. Free. Emerson Park, 6877 E Lake Road.

Syracuse. The Great New York State Fair. See Aug. 23.

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Cazenovia. September Autumn Leaves Arts Festival. Events include CazArts Carpenter’s Barn Anniversary Party, Jazz N Caz, Cazenovia Arts Trail, and Library Short Films Festival. Check the website for the complete schedule. www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064626404464.

MONDAYS THROUGH SATURDAYS

Auburn. “A Chorus Line.” This musical examines one day in the lives of seventeen dancers, all vying for a spot in the chorus line of a new Broadway musical. Set in the 1970s and based on real Broadway dancers’ stories, as told to fellow dancer and director/choreographer

Michael Bennett, “A Chorus Line” strips away the anonymity of the chorus to reveal fascinating and dimensional artists. “A Chorus Line” is both timeless and refreshingly honest. Rated PG-13. The show runs September 13-October 3. Varying times; check the website. $72+. The Rev Theatre Company, The Merry-Go-Round Playhouse, 6877 E Lake Road. https://therevtheatre.com.

MONDAYS

Syracuse. Monday Night Salsa at Epicuse. One hour Latin dance lesson, followed by an hour’s practice and then an hour informal Latin dance social. Different instructors every two weeks. 6–9 p.m. Free. 330 South Salina St. www.epicuse.net. 315-572-6231. RitmoFlow315@gmail.com.

TUESDAYS

Syracuse. Downtown Syracuse FoundationDowntown Farmers Market Lunchtime Live! Music Series. A free music performance from a unique artist each week from through October. Performers TBA. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free. Clinton Square, West Genesee & South Clinton streets.

THURSDAYS

Cazenovia. Live Music in the Taproom. Check the website for the schedule. 6–8 p.m. Free. Meier’s Creek Brewing Co., 33 Rippleton Road. www.meierscreekbrewing.com.

Clayton. Clayton Farmer’s Market. Peruse local seasonal goods, crafts, prepared food and other vendors’ wares. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mary Street at the Village Park Circle. 1000islands-clayton.com/thousand-islands-events1000-islands/farmers-market. www.facebook. com/Claytonnyfarmersmarket. 315-686-3771. info@1000islands-clayton.com. 315-686-3771. mike@1000islands-clayton.com.

Saturdays

Oswego. Guided Nature Walk. Explore the forests, fields, wetlands, and waterways of Rice Creek Field Station with a naturalist trail guide. Walks cover 1 mile over gentle to moderate terrain. Boots are recommended for the occasional wet spot. Free program offered weekly at 11 a.m., except the first Saturday of the month. 193 Thompson Road. oswego.edu/rice-creek