NCO Academy, Bldg. 4870, George Avenue.
Advocate Drum and the Association of the U.S. Army, on behalf of the 10th Mountain Division (LI) and Fort Drum, invite North Country professionals to Drum Up partnerships over music and refreshments. Soldiers in uniform will be admitted free. Pre-registration is required. Information: www.watertownny.com or (315) 788-4400.

McEwen Library.
Have fun making book art, creating blackout poetry, and more! Teens in grades 6-8 are welcome to attend this free program. Sign up through the Youth Center and transportation will be provided. Information: (315) 772-6005 / 9099.

Sterling.
Hosted by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers. This trip to the Sterling Renaissance Festival is open to 15 single Soldiers. Register by July 12 at the BOSS Center. Cost: $30 per person; includes transportation and admission. Information: (315) 772-7807.

Lawn of LeRay Mansion.
The 10th Mountain Division Band will present a free concert of jazz music. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Beverages and snacks will be available for sale, or bring a picnic supper. Non-DoD ID card holders can obtain a day pass at the Fort Drum Welcome Center. Information: (315) 772-5463.

Army Community Service Center.
Join the Army Community Service staff as they celebrate 54 years of service to Soldiers, Family Members, retirees and civilians! Enjoy ice cream and cupcakes, face painting, games and more! Information: (315) 772-6556 / 6557.

Commons.
Hosted by Directorate of Resource Management. Outstanding civilian employees will be recognized for their achievements. Menu choices are pot roast, for $10, and chicken Caesar salad, for $9. Tickets will be available July 8-12 at the Commons. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Join Outdoor Recreation to hike the Tupper Lake Triad. The hike will cover all three mountains (Mount Arab, Coney Mountain and Goodman Mountain). Cost: $20 per person, which includes transportation and your challenge patch at the end of the hike. Open to all ages. Registration will close July 24. Information: Outdoor Recreation, (315) 772-8222 / 5169.

Hosted by Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers.
Get ready to crawl through the mud, hurdle obstacles, and have a good time! Runners will start in four waves: 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. Registration is through Eventbrite.com. Cost: $25 in advance or $30 the day of the event. Open to DoD card holders 18 or older, limited to 1,200 participants. Information: BOSS Center, (315) 772-7807.