Helping others
Assistance
Watertown
Free child care for spouses of deployed military:"Two for You," sponsored by Watertown Family YMCA, Project Strong Communities. Receive two hours of free child care twice a month at the Downtown YMCA, 119 Washington St. Childwatch for ages six weeks to 5 years, 8:15 to 11:45 a.m.Mondays through Fridays,4 to 7:45 p.m.Mondays through Thursdaysand 8:30 a.m. to noonSaturdays.Powerzone for ages 6 to 12, 4 to 7:45 p.m.Mondays through Thursdaysand 8:30 a.m. to noonSaturdays.Information: Project Strong office, 755-2016.
Blood drives
Gouverneur
Blood drives:Noon to 5:30 p.m.Tuesdays, July 29 and Sept. 23,Veterans of Foreign Wars, Main Street, andTuesday, Nov. 18,Methodist Church, Grove Street.
Ogdensburg
Blood drive:11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Tuesday, July 22,Ogdensburg Knights of Columbus, 721 Hasbrouck St.
Clothing
Canton
Third Floor Thrift Shop:Sponsored by seven churches in Canton, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.weekdays, Church & Community Program, 95 Main St. Accepting donations of items in good condition Mondays through Wednesdays including clean clothing and household goods, but not toys or stuffed animals. Information: 386-3534.
Gouverneur
St. James Outreach Center:Clothing, household goods and religious goods for sale, 159 E. Main St. Benefits St. James Church's outreach ministries to the poor and needy. Donations of clean, usable clothing or small household items accepted from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.
Madrid
Madrid New Beginnings Clothing and Food Outreach thrift store:Open from 9 a.m. to noon everySaturday, Outer State Street, Madrid. Clean clothing for sale; emergency food available.
Malone, Massena
Salvation Army Boutique and Seek and Find Shop:Donations of gently used clothing, dishes and other household items accepted at the Salvation Army Boutique, 102 E. Main St., Malone, and the Seek and Find Shop, 178 Victory Road, Massena. Information: William or Cecelia Lynch, 1 (518) 481-7234 or 769-5154.
Parishville
Free clothing, food:10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. the fourthSaturdayof the month, United Methodist Church. Luncheon, 11 a.m. Clothing at the church's Mustard Seed Thrift Shop. Donations accepted but not expected. Information: Dixie Elek, 265-4646.
Watertown
Impossible Dream Thrift Store:9 a.m. to 7 p.m.Mondays through Fridaysand 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.Saturdays,247 Factory St. Accepting clean, used clothing in good condition and household goods such as pots, pans, dishes and small appliances and will pick up furniture such as beds, mattresses, tables and chairs in good condition. Donated furniture, clothing and household goods for sale to the general public. Essential items donated with referral to those who cannot pay and to victims of fire or disasters through Watertown Urban Mission's Critical Needs Program. Information: 782-0090.
Free, gently used clothing:The Shepherd's Cloak, 6:15 to 8 p.m.Mondaysat Bethany United Methodist Church, 214 W. Lynde St. Donations appreciated. Only clothing in good condition. No income guidelines. Information: Chris Orr, 788-4516, or Liz Holland, 788-8523.
Donations
Canton
Community Energy Services:A nonprofit organization that promotes energy efficiency and renewable energy throughout the North Country and sponsors the North Country Sustainable Energy Fair at SUNY Canton. To make a donation, send a tax-deductible check to CES Fund at Community Energy Services, 101 Main St., Canton, N.Y. 13617. A receipt will be mailed. Information: www.communityenergyservices.org.
Dexter
Cancer fundraiser:To benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure and National Philanthropic Trust. Lori Bezio, Dexter, of the team Pink Ladies, to walk 60 miles during three-day event in Boston, Mass.,Friday, Aug. 15-Sunday, Aug. 17.To donate: 918-4010, or www.The3Day.org, click on donate now and search for participant ID 1816447 of the Pink Ladies.
Hopkinton
Food pantry:Non-food items for fall and winter needed such as laundry and dish detergents and shampoo. To donate: Georgia Macy, 328-4168, or Mary Converse, 328-4681.
Watertown
Membership drive:Jefferson Rehabilitation Center 2008 membership drivethrough Monday, July 28.Membership: $5; family, $15. Information: Raechel Kenealy, marketing and communications assistant, 836-1225.
Donation:Drop off cans and bottles untilThursday, July 31,at Griff's Redemption Center, Coleman Avenue. Indicate proceeds to go toward The Breast Cancer 3-Day participant Lori Bezio. To donate funds: www.The3Day.org, click donate now and search for Lori Bezio's name.
Salvation Army Soup Kitchen:Donations needed to meet growing need. Send donations to Salvation Army, 723 State St., P.O. Box 298, Watertown, N.Y. 13601. Information: 782-4470.
Wheels for Work program:Summer hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.weekdays,Watertown Urban Mission, 247 Factory St. Accepting used vehicles that can be eligible for a tax deduction. Program provides low-cost vehicles for eligible individuals with a dependent child and employment, needing transportation to work. Information: Penny Mosher, 782-8440.
Christmas Box Angel:A statue in memory of deceased children is in place at Brookside Cemetery. Plans are now underway to erect a granite wall at that site engraved with the names of deceased children. To donate to the project or list a name: The Christmas Box Angel, in the care of Key Bank, Box 228, Croghan, N.Y. 13327. Include name, address and phone number, as well as the name of the child being remembered. Information: Barbara Farney, 376-6331 or Marsha Terrillion, 376-7367.
Mia Marie's Watertown Dog Park Project:Tax-deductible donations for the development of a dog park in the city of Watertown may be made payable to the Watertown City Comptroller, earmarked for "Mia's Dog Park," 245 Washington St., Watertown, N.Y. 13601. Information: Scott "SG" Gates, 782-2748, miabumblebee@yahoo.com or www.myspace.com/miabumblebee.
Throughout the area
Kidney cars program:To benefit the National Kidney Foundation of Central New York. Cars, buses, motorcycles, trucks or similar vehicles, running or not, whole and with a clear title accepted and possibly may qualify as a tax deduction. Information: 1 (877) 8-KIDNEY.
Food
Canton
Church & Community Program:Food distribution the second, third and fourthWednesdaysof the month during freewill meals at the United Methodist Church, 41 Church St. Emergency food available by appointment. Serves residents of Canton, Clare, Crary Mills, Degrasse, DeKalb, Hermon, Lisbon, Morley, Pierrepont, Pyrites, Russell and Rensselaer Falls. Information: 386-3534.
Edwards
Food pantry:2 to 4 p.m. the thirdMondayof the month, United Methodist Church parsonage, 189 Main St.
North Lawrence
Tri-Town Community Services food pantry:9:30 to 11 a.m. secondFridayof the month, Abundant Life Fellowship Church. Information: 389-5663, 389-4485 or 389-4950.
Russell
Supplementary food boxes:Available 6 to 7 p.m. the secondWednesdayof the month, Grasse River Food Pantry, to residents of Russell, Hermon, Degrasse and Clare. Registration required. Information: Marsha Maynard, 562-3450.
Russell, Edwards
Summer food service program:Lunch provided to children 18 and younger without charge. Information: Kathleen Whitmarsh, school, 562—8326 or 347-3410 extension 507; or home, 386-3396.
Edwards-Knox Central School:breakfast, 8:30 to 9:15 a.m., and lunch, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.through Friday, Aug. 15,the school, 2512 County Route 24, Russell.
Sacred Heart Church Rectory:lunch, 11:40 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.Monday, Aug. 4 - Friday, Aug. 8,the rectory, Trout Lake Street, Edwards.
Food
Watertown
Food Sense program:Registration, 9 a.m. to noon weekdays beforeFriday, Aug. 8,Watertown Urban Mission, 247 Factory St., or Faith Fellowship Church, 131 Moore Ave. Cost: $15.50 per unit. No income or age requirements. Distribution, 3 to 4 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 21,at the Urban Mission, where registration forThursday, Sept. 25,distribution may be made.
Watertown Urban Mission food pantry:Shopping hours, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.weekdays,247 Factory St. Pre-packed food boxes available during other mission office hours, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.weekdays.Information: Anita Ciulo, 782-8440, or fax, 782-8441.
Community Action Planning Council food pantry:9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays,518 Davidson St. Information: Tammy Kitto, 782-4900, or fax, 788-8251.
Food pantry:By appointment, 3 to 6 p.m.Tuesdays,Faith Fellowship, 131 Moore Ave. Information: Deborah Wiley, 782-4421, or fax, 786-0309.
Fundraisers
Canton
Pancakes for Parkinson's breakfast:Fundraiser hosted by Team NYSARC and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1231 Ladies Auxiliary, 8 a.m. to noonSunday, July 20,the post. Menu: pancakes, eggs, sausages, bacon, toast and beverage. Cost: $7; senior citizens, $6 ; children 12 to 5 , $5.50; children 4 and younger, free. Proceeds benefit Parkinson Disease Foundation. Information: Susan Freego, 386-3529.
Clayton
LifeSaver Dance fundraiser:To benefit Thousand Islands Emergency Rescue Service purchase of a paramedic response vehicle, 8 to 10 p.m.Thursday, Aug. 14,Clayton Opera House. Tickets: $20 in advance; $25, at door. Featuring Althea Jean, cash bar, door prizes and raffle items. Tickets available at the opera house, Reinman's Department Store and TIERS. Information: 686-2200.
Gouverneur
Light the Night Walk for Leukemia party:Receive captain kits, 2 to 3 p.m., cookout, 3 to 4 p.m., DJ Jeff B., 4 to 8 p.m.Saturday, July 19,Gouverneur Country Club. Information: Vickie Kipp, 287-7479, or 1 (800) 690-8944.
Hannawa Falls
Ninth annual motorcycle ride:11 a.m.Saturday, July 26,The Shore Lounge, Route 56. Cost: 15; extra rider, $5; dinner only, $10; aerial photographs of event, $20. Benefits Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley. Information: Roger "Porky" Willmart, 265-5725.
Lake Placid
Pendragon Theater's annual summer benefit:5:30 to 9 p.m.Saturday, Aug. 9,Heaven Hill Farm. Silent auction, food and drink and a live auction. Information: the theater, www.pendragontheater.org, pdragon@northnet.org, or 1 (518) 891-1854.
Tri-Lakes Relay for Life:9 a.m.Saturday, Sept. 20,Olympic Oval. Food and retail booths, face painting and live entertainment until 9 p.m. Candle lighting ceremony at 7:30 p.m. Candles: $5. Benefits the American Cancer Society. Information: Willie Sheridan, 327-3562 or willie_sheridan@yahoo.com. Team registration: Relay for Life Tri-Lakes site, http://events.cancer.org/RFLtrilakesNY.
Parishville
Engraved bricks:Available from Riverwalk Park Committee, to be placed in the brick walk leading to a new building overlooking the St. Regis River. To purchase a brick to honor someone, as a memorial or with any type of message, call Connie Maguire at the Town Hall, 265-6180.
Pierrepont Manor
Miracle awards celebration:Hosted by Jim and Kathy Naklick of Creative Imaging Fine Photography, 6 to 9 p.m.Thursday, July 31,Manor House. Information: 785-4053.
Sackets Harbor
E-Bay birdhouse sales:Sponsored by Seaway Trail Foundation,through September.E-Bay auctions of many artist-designed bluebird nest boxes.July 13-20:Christine Tisa.Aug. 10-17:Robert McNamara.Sept. 14-21:Lawrence Barone. Information: www.seawaytrail.com, or 1 (800) SEAWAY-T.
Watertown
Thunderin Cycles Seventh annual Hobart Memorial Run:Registration, 10 a.m., leaves, 11:30 a.m.Saturday, July 19,Thunderin Cycles. Stops include Osceola Hotel, Turin Inn, The B and ends at Nu Pier Restaurant. Proceeds benefit Camp Good Days. Information: 788-0024, or www.thunderincycles.com.
Baseball drop fundraiser:6 p.m.Wednesday, July 30,Alex T. Duffy Fairgrounds baseball field.Before Watertown Wizards baseball game. Rescheduled from June 22. Proceeds to benefit Children's Miracle Network at Samaritan Medical Center. Only 1,000 tickets available. Tickets: $20 per ticket. Baseballs dropped from hot air balloon, weather permitting, or from a helicopter. Ball closest to second base plate wins. Prizes range from $3,000 to $100. Purchase tickets at CMN office, 199 Pratt St., 785-4053; RE/MAX Empire office, 608 Pearl St., 755-2095; or AAMCO Transmissions, 595 Coffeen St., 782-4006.
Buddy Walk:Presented by Trisomy 21 Foundation of Northern New York, registration, 9 a.m., walk begins, 10 a.m.Saturday, Aug. 9,New York State Zoo at Thompson Park. Registration: $5, includes zoo admission and lunch. Information: 773-3437, or terrifulmer56@hotmail.com.
Jefferson County
"Dining Out" cards:Offered by the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired of Jefferson County. Cost: $30. Card-holders entitled to discounted dinners at 18 participating restaurants throughout the north country,through Sunday, Nov. 30.Cards available at the association office, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays, 321 Prospect St.; Hannaford Supermarket, Watertown. Information: 782-2451 or 782-6890.
Support
Canton
Narcotics Anonymous:7:30 p.m.Mondays and Fridays,Newman Center, 33 Court St., and 7:30 p.m.Wednesdays,Grace Episcopal Church, 9 E. Main St. Information: Reachout, 265-2422.
Dexter
TOPS 922:Weigh-ins, 5:30 to 6 p.m., and meeting, 6 to 7 p.m.Tuesdays,Dexter Elementary School. Information: 788-7817.
Lowville
Respite for caregivers:A free program sponsored by the Lewis County Office for the Aging. Trained aides available to relieve persons caring for an elderly loved one at home and assist with personal care and light housekeeping. No income requirement. Information: Lisa Monks, 376-5313.
Diabetes support group:2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. the lastMondayof the month, Medical Arts Building conference room, Lewis County General Hospital. Information: LuAnn McAuliffe, 376-5095.
Lowville, Watertown
Look Good, Feel Better:An education and support program that helps women with cancer manage the appearance-related side effects of treatment. Meetings at Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, and Hair Vogue, Lowville, by arrangement. Professional cosmetologists volunteer during individual or group sessions. Complimentary kits provided. Registration: American Cancer Society, 1 (800) 227-2345, or for Lowville meeting, Gwen Myers, 376-3551.
Malone
Coping With Cancer group:Meets bi-weekly at the Health Station. Sponsored by Reddy Cancer Treatment Center and the Health Station. Information: John Montville, 1 (518) 483-9190.
Massena
Emotions Anonymous support group: 11 a.m.Sundays,Community Education Center, Massena Memorial Hospital. Information: Scott, 769-6822, or hospital public relations, 769-4262.
Multiple sclerosis support group:7 to 9 p.m. the fourthTuesdayof the month, community education room, Massena Memorial Hospital. Information: John Dumas, 388-5674; or the hospital's public relations office, 769-4262.
Narcotics Anonymous:5:30 p.m.Tuesdays,Akwesasne Community Center, and 7:30 p.m.Thursdays,St. Mary's Church. Information: Reachout, 265-2422.
Al -Anon:7:30 p.m.Wednesdays,Community Education Room, Massena Public Library, downstairs Room A, Glen St. Information: 769-7681.
Weight Watchers:5:30 p.m.Thursdaysand 8 a.m.Saturdays,Massena Memorial Hospital cafeteria. Information: Rosemary, 287-2433.
Overeaters anonymous support group:7 p.m.Thursdays,lower level conference room, Massena Memorial Hospital. Information: Debbie, 384-4833, or hospital's public relations office, 769-4262.
Visual support group:1 p.m. the first and thirdFridaysof the month, Massena Independent Living Center. Information: 764-9442.
Narcotics Anonymous support group:7 p.m.Saturdays,Community Education Room, Massena Memorial Hospital. Information: hospital's public relations office, 769-4262.
Daughters Without Mothers:For women who have lost their mothers at any stage in life. Information: Bonnie, 764-1818.
Debtors Anonymous:For those who wish to refrain from getting further into debt and stop compulsive spending. Meetings vary. Information: 769-7788.
Ogdensburg
Diabetes support group:4 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center auditorium. Karen Cole, RN, BSN and certified diabetes educator will facilityat. Free. Friends and family welcome. Information: Mrs. Cole, 393-8880 extension 5181.
Alateen:3 p.m.Mondaysduring the school year, Room 206, Ogdensburg Free Academy. Information: OFA high school guidance office, 393-0900, ext. 224.
Narcotics Anonymous:7:30 p.m.Tuesdays and Saturdays,First Congregational Church, 300 New York Ave. Information: Reachout, 265-2422.
Potsdam
Narcotics Anonymous:7 p.m.Sundays,Rehabilitation Unit, Canton-Potsdam Hospital, Leroy Street. Information: the hospital, 265-3300.
Grief support group:Sponsored by Hospice of St. Lawrence Valley. How to survive the first six months of grief, 6 to 7 p.m. the thirdMondayof the month, Hospice office. Open to anyone grieving the death of a loved one. Information: Mary Jones, 265-3105, or www.hospiceslv.org.
Organ donor support group:7 p.m. the thirdMondayof the month, Lamar Building conference room. Information: Phil Denny, 1 (518) 529-6159.
Codependents Anonymous:7 p.m.Mondays,Room A, second-floor classroom, Canton-Potsdam Hospital. A fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships. Information: 265-2422.
Intensive care groups:7:30 p.m.Tuesdays,lower level, Potsdam United Methodist Church. Discussion of broken and troubled relationships, parenting, grief, drug and alcohol recovery, depression and mental health problems. Information: Ed, 265-8252.
Narcotics Anonymous:8 p.m.Tuesdays,Rehabilitation Unit, Canton-Potsdam Hospital, Leroy Street. Information: the hospital, 265-3300.
Recovery group:Doors open, 6:30 p.m., informational meeting, 7 to 8 p.m.Tuesdays,First Baptist Church, 24 Leroy St. Uses eight recovery principles based on the Beatitudes, designed by Rick Warren, author of "The Purpose-Driven Life." Sponsored by First Baptist Church. Information: Joanna, 265-5464 or 379-9511.
Quit tobacco information and resource sessions:6 p.m. the fourthWednesdayof the month, first floor classroom, Canton-Potsdam Hospital. Refreshments provided. Information: hospital relations office, 261-5400.
TOPS 1079:Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 3 to 4 p.m.Thursdays,Church of the Nazarene, routes 56 and 72. Information: Bonnie, 265-5470, or Nancy, 261-3754.
Sackets Harbor
TOPS 794:Weigh-in, 6 p.m., meeting, 6:30 p.m.Tuesdays,St. Andrew's Parish Center. Information: 646-3609.
Watertown
Mental Health Association in Jefferson County:For mental health consumers, free lunch, noonweekdays,and bingo, 3 p.m.Fridays,Drop In Center, 724 State St. Information: Mental Health Association, 788-6733.
REACH and teen bi-polar and depressive disorders support groups:For persons suffering from mental illness and their friends and family, 7 p.m.firstandthird Mondays of the month,724 State St. Sponsored by the Mental Health Association. Refreshments and childcare provided. Limited transportation available. Information, childcare requests: Katina LaSalle, Outreach Coordinator: 788-0970.
ADHD support group:For parents of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, 7 to 8 p.m. the thirdMondayof the month, Stone Presbyterian Church. Information: Deborah A. Cavallario, 782-5888.
Problem gambling support group:Support and guidance for individuals and their family members whose lives have been affected by problem gambling, 6 p.m.Mondays,Suite 320, Marcy Building, 167 Polk St. Information: Northern New York Center for Problem Gambling, 788-7241.
Women's HIV support group:6 to 7 p.m.Mondays,Life Church of the Nazarene, Thompson Boulevard. Information: Jeanine Moore, 921-5656.
Family & Friend Council:4:30 p.m. the fourthTuesdayof the month, social service conference room, Mercy of Northern New York, 218 Stone St. Refreshments provided. Information: social service department, 782-7470.
Compassionate Friends support group:7 p.m. the fourthTuesdayof the month, Church of the Nazarene, 535 Thompson Blvd. Self-help group for families who have lost a child. Information: Jon Adams, 783-0433.
Nicotine Anonymous:7 p.m. every otherTuesday,Samaritan Keep Home Basement Conference Room A. Information: 786-3735.
Watertown Area Gay Youth:6 p.m.Tuesdays.Support and advocacy for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth 13 to 19 years old. Provides a safe, confidential forum for peer discussion, referral services, education resources, positive role modeling by adult advisers and guest speakers, community volunteer opportunities and safe social activities. Information: www.wagy.org. Meeting location: 529-4096.
GRADS:Guys Responding and Demanding Safety, a program directed to men who have sex with other men, 6 to 9 p.m.Tuesdaysin Watertown. Meeting location, information: AIDS Community Resources, 475-2430, ext. 801, or Onslow139@aol.com.
Sexual assault support group:5 to 6 p.m.Tuesdays,Victim's Assistance Center of Jefferson County, 120 Arcade St. Free. Information: 782-1823.
Jefferson County stroke support group:7 p.m. the fourthWednesdayof the month, basement Conference Room B, Samaritan Keep Home. For stroke survivors, family members and caregivers. Information: Sue Hamilton, 232-2717.
Mental health discussion groups:Hosted by Northern Regional For Independent Living, 10 a.m. to noon,Wednesdays,NRCIL, 210 Court St. Information, registration: Michelle Hobart, 785-8703, or 785-8704.
Peers Together:A mental health, self-help support group, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.Wednesdays,Suite 107,210 Court St. Organized by the Northern Regional Center for Independent Living. Discussion focuses on mental health issues. Exchange ideas, discuss coping, share experiences. Information, accommodations: NRCIL at 785-8703, 785-8704 TTY or 1 (800) 585-8703.
TOPS 1208:Weigh-ins, 5:30 p.m., and meeting, 6 to 7 p.m.Wednesdays,basement conference room B, Samaritan Keep Home. Information, membership details: Sherri, 783-5967.
Domestic Violence support group:5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Wednesdays,Victim's Assistance Center of Jefferson County, 120 Arcade St. Free child care provided. Information: 782-1823.
Gamblers Anonymous and Gam-Anon:6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Wednesdays,First United Methodist Church, 236 Mullin St. Information: 482-9445.
Narcotics Anonymous:7 to 8:30 p.m.Wednesdaysand Sundays,Urban Mission community room, 247 Factory St. Information: 472-5555.
Biblical recovery program:"Celebrate Recovery," doors open, 6 p.m., session begins, 6:30 p.m.Thursdays, July 24 and Aug. 14 and 28,Life Church of the Nazarene, 535 Thompson Blvd. For those struggling with hurts, habits or hang-ups. For information or to arrange child care: Deb, 783-4813.
Families of cancer patients support group:Sponsored by Samaritan Medical Center and Walker Cancer Treatment Center, 4 to 5:30 p.m. the first and thirdThursdaysof the month, Conference Room 3, Samaritan Medical Center. Information: 786-4948.
Rose of Sharin':Twelve steps of healing of emotional brokenness, 10 a.m. to noonThursdays,Holy Covenant Church of God, 207 W. Lynde St. Free. Information: Kim Campnich, 778-3391 (cell).
Breast-feeding mothers group:10 a.m. to noonFridays,The Maternity Palce, Samaritan Medical Center. Information: 785-4050.
Recovery group:A 12-step program for those addicted or those abused, alone or afraid, 6 p.m.Fridays,214 W. Lynde St.. Information: 376-8162.
Survivors of homicide victims support group:Meetings vary in Watertown. Information: Debra J. Moseley, 782-6043.
Jefferson County
Alcoholics Anonymous, Jefferson County Intergroup:Literature, help, information, and AA meeting directories. Groups meet throughout the week at various locations in the north country. Information: Alcoholics Anonymous, Room 20, 44 Public Square, Watertown; 788-2280; www.aajci.org.
MOMS Program:Assistance paying for prenatal care. Information: Jefferson County Public Health Service, 786-3720.
New members, networks:The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgendered Alliance of Jefferson County are looking for persons or social agencies interested in creating a network to provides support, advocacy, education and social support for this population. Information: 523-5934, Jefferson County LGBT Alliance/SAGE, P.O. Box 273, Clayton, N.Y. 13624, or Robin Corson, 686-9842
Jefferson and Lewis counties
Al-Anon:For people whose lives have been affected by a loved one's drinking. Weekly meetings at 7:30 p.m.Tuesdays,Reformed Church of the Thousand Isles, Alexandria Bay; 7:30 p.m.Tuesdays,second floor lounge, First Presbyterian Church, Watertown; 7:30 p.m.Wednesdays,St. James Catholic Church, Carthage; 7 to 8 p.m.Sundays,Stone Presbyterian Church, 140 Chestnut St., Watertown. Information: Alcoholics Anonymous, 788-2280.
St. Lawrence County
Northern New York Families:Support and social group for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender parents and their children. Meets on a quarterly basis in St. Lawrence County. A chapter of Family Pride Coalition. Provides children of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender families an opportunity to meet families similar to theirs. Information or mailing list inclusion: Reachout of St. Lawrence County, 265-2422.
Hope Line of St. Lawrence County:For people who may need encouragement, reassurance, information or a caring, listening ear for support, available 6 to 10 p.m. daily by calling 1 (888) 853-9995.
Al-Anon District 26:Family groups meet throughout the week at various locations in the north country. Information: Reachout, 265-2422
Mondays:8 p.m., St. John's Episcopal Church, 500 Caroline St., Ogdensburg (use Knox Street entrance). 8 p.m., St. Mary's Parish Hall, County Route 7 (Gale Road), Brushton (across from Brushton-Moira Central School).
Tuesdays:Noon, St. John's Episcopal Church, 139 Main St., Massena (use back entrance). 8 p.m., St. Mary's School, Route 37, Fort Covington. 8 p.m., Room 7, Unitarian Universalist Church, East Main Street, Canton (use back entrance).
Wednesdays:7:30 p.m., Rose Hill, 100 County Route 43 (Town Line Road), Massena. 7:30 p.m., Community Education Room, Massena Memorial Hospital, 769-4262. 8 to 9 p.m., 18 Cottage St., sponsored by Canton-Potsdam Hospital, Potsdam, 265-3300.
Thursdays:7 p.m., Dunn Hall, Pierrepont Avenue, Potsdam State University College.
Fridays:8 p.m., Sunrise Apartments (behind Tribal Police station), Route 37, Hogansburg. 8 p.m., Municipal Building, Lincoln Avenue, Waddington.
Volunteers
Black River
Northern New York Autism Foundation:Volunteers needed to work with other volunteers. Fundraising, brainstorming, parent support, writing and other duties as assigned. Information: Sherri or Kathy, 773-5405, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays.
Lowville
Lewis County General Hospital Residential Health Care Facility:Seeking volunteers to transport residents and assist with activity programs. To volunteer: Irene Williams, 376-5452.
Lewis County Opportunities:Volunteers needed for its 24-hour crisis hotline to assist the domestic violence and rape crisis department with crisis intervention and referrals to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Must complete 60 hours of training. Information: 376-8202, ext. 253.
Watertown
CAPC food pantry:Volunteers needed to staff the Community Action Planning Council food pantry. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.Information: Tammy, 782-4900, ext. 271.
Caregiver support group:Volunteers needed to facilitate group in rural areas outside Watertown. Meetings are 2 to 3:30 p.m. lastWednesdayof the month, Samaritan Keep Home education room. Information: Michelle, Office of the Aging, 785-3191.
Sci-Tech Center:A nonprofit, family-oriented science museum. Volunteers needed for workshops, tours, cleaning and general maintenance and office work. Information: museum, 788-1340.
Urban Mission Food Pantry and Impossible Dream Thrift Store:Volunteers needed to sort donations and assist shoppers and clients. Information: Anita Ciulo, volunteer coordinator, 782-8440.
American Red Cross, Northern New York chapter:Seeking volunteers for all aspects of Red Cross operations. Visit the office at 203 N. Hamilton St., or call 782-4410.
Lewis County
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA):Volunteers needed to serve as advocates for abused and neglected children in Lewis County. Information, application: Amy Kelly, 376-7991 or akelly@resolution-center.net.
Northern Regional Center for Independent Living:Volunteer drivers needed for the center's youth leadership program, twice a month. Drivers receive reimbursement for rides. Information: Aldea LaParr, 376-8696.
Throughout the area
AARP volunteers sought:For driver safety program. Information: 1 (888) 227-7669, or www.aarp.org/drive.
