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July 2009: Seaway50 supporter, Friendship Days & Multicultural Celebration
The Ronathahonni Cultural Centre hosts the Annual Friendship Days. (613) 932-9452.

July 2009: Seaway50 supporter, Akwesasne Freedom School Quilt Auction
This annual fundraiser features hand made quilts, silent auction, steak and cornbread meal, SSQ, music and crafts from local artists. 518-358-2073.

July 8-11, 2009: 4^th Annual St. Lawrence International Carp Challenge at Waddington, New York. United Kingdom’s ‘Sexiest Man’: British Soap Star Steve Maslen & BBC Coming to Seaway50 supporter, Specialist Tackle Tourney. For more information, please contact Pete Henwood at 315-388-5912.
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July 9-12, 2009: Beginning Memorial Day weekend, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Visitor's Center will be open from 10:00 AM-6:00 PM. There will be exhibits and displays focusing on the history of the Seaway over five decades, a number of special marine vessels present including a United States Coast Guard Cutter, and participation by U.S. and Canadian dignitaries. If you have photographs or historic documents relating to the construction and opening of the St. Lawrence Seaway, please call Vicki Garcia at 315-764-3208 or vicki.garcia@dot.gov

July 9, 2009: 7:00 PM-An Evening to Honor Seaway construction and Those Who Built It. Dr. Claire Parham, author of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project--An oral history of the greatest construction show on earth lecture at the New York Power Authority's Frank S. McCullough, Jr. Hawkins Point Visitors Center [Massena, New York]. Dr. Parham will share the human side of the construction of the 265-mile long waterway in the words of engineers, carpenters, laborers and their wives. Visitor's Center: 21 Hawkins Point Road, Massena, NY 13662, Tel: 1-800-262-NYPA. For more information contact Vicki Garcia at 315-764-3208 or Vicki.garcia@dot.gov

July 10, 2009: The St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) of Massena, New York Opening Ceremonies. Note: No pets or alcohol are allowed on Seaway property.
3:00-5:00 PM, Opening Ceremonies including music and drill team performances; remarks from U.S., Canadian and Industry Dignitaries; Military Fly Over; Blessing of the Fleet; and Mohawk Prayer of Peace. Location: Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock Visitors’ Center
5:00-7:00 PM, "Concert in the Park" sponsored by the Massena Chamber of Commerce featuring "Conrad Story Blues Band" (Bring your own picnic). Location: Dwight D. Eisenhower Lock Visitors’ Center
6:00-9:00 PM, Reception and Dinner Celebration (invitation only) featuring Davis Helbert, Great Lakes historian and former Executive Director, Duluth Seaway Port Authority and Presentation of Trident "Guardian of the Seaway" Awards. Location: Massena Country Club
Visitor's Center: 21 Hawkins Point Road, Massena, NY 13662, Tel: 1-800-262-NYPA. For more information contact Vicki Garcia at 315-764-3208 or Vicki.garcia@dot.gov

July 11, 2009: The St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) of Massena, New York Ceremonies. Note: No pets or alcohol are allowed on Seaway property.
11:00 AM-1:00 PM, 50th Anniversary Celebration Parade. Location: Downtown Massena
2:00 PM, Seaway Employee Recognition Picnic (invitation only). Location: Massena Town Beach
1:00 PM-Dark, a celebration of the Seaway-Power Dam Project sponsored by the New York Power Authority including a craft show, music, and entertainment. Location: New York Power Authority's Frank S. McCullough, Jr. Hawkins Point Visitors Center
Visitor's Center: 21 Hawkins Point Road, Massena, NY 13662, Tel: 1-800-262-NYPA. For more information contact Vicki Garcia at 315-764-3208 or Vicki.garcia@dot.gov

July 12, 2009: The St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC) of Massena, New York Ceremonies. Note: No pets or alcohol are allowed on Seaway property.
10:00 AM- Noon, Open House (displays, floats and entertainment) Location: New York Power Authority's Frank S. McCullough, Jr. Hawkins Point Visitors Center
Visitor's Center: 21 Hawkins Point Road, Massena, NY 13662, Tel: 1-800-262-NYPA. For more information contact Vicki Garcia at 315-764-3208 or Vicki.garcia@dot.gov

July 11-12, 2009: Battle of Crysler’s Farm at Morrisburg, Ontario. Seaway50 supporter, The Friends of Crysler's Farm, will be staging three War of 1812 battle re-enactments at the battlefield Memorial and inside Upper Canada Village on the weekend of July 11 and 12, 2009. Among these will be the 196th anniversary re-enactment of the Battle of Crysler's Farm, on Sun., July 12. http://www.cryslersfarm.com/re-enactment.htm

July 12, 2009: Seaway50 supporter, John “Mac” McQueeney Waddington concert Series at Island View Park Pavilion, Waddington, New York. Latin Dance: Tango, rumba, Cha-cha, Samba featuring Piquant! Starting at 3 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, Waddington Old Town Hall will serve as an alternate location for performances scheduled at Island View Park. While admission to the show will be free, donations will be greatly appreciated.

July 18, 2009: Seaway50 supporter, John “Mac” McQueeney Waddington concert Series at Island View Park Pavilion, Waddington, New York. Michael Wills, Rhythm and Blues starting at 7 p.m. with an opening performance by the Acoustic Brothers. In the event of inclement weather, Waddington Old Town Hall will serve as an alternate location for performances scheduled at Island View Park. While admission to the show will be free, donations will be greatly appreciated.

Jul 18- Jul 26, 2009: "Pirates on the St Lawrence" 49th Annual International Seaway Festival, Ogdensburg, New York
Seaway50 supporter, Ogdensburg International Seaway Festival, is a series of events at various locations within the City of Ogdensburg over a nine-day period culminating with a 2 1/2 hour parade including participants from the USA and Canada. Festivities include an arts and crafts show, parade, soccer tournament, French & Indian War reenactments, antiques, rides and barbecue. For more info call 315-393-3518.

July 24, 2009: Seaway50 supporter, John “Mac” McQueeney Waddington concert Series at Island View Park Pavilion, Waddington, New York. Noiz Aftr 9, classic rock and country at 7 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, Waddington Old Town Hall will serve as an alternate location for performances scheduled at Island View Park. While admission to the show will be free, donations will be greatly appreciated.