Daily. Erie Canal Cruises. Enjoy a 90-minute cruise on the historic Erie Canal, including traveling through a 100-year-old lock. Cruises leave at 1 and 3 p.m.; reservations suggested. 800 Mohawk St.

Almost as ubiquitous at mosquitoes, sunburns and warm beer are the sounds of a Syracuse summer. The season is short in these parts, but we are blessed with an impressive array of music—both in

June June 9-12 Greek Cultural Festival. Four days of Greek food, music, dance, clothing and crafts abound at this annual festival. Get a close-up view of Greek architecture with a church tour, shop

It’s hard to venture too far from water when you’re in Oswego County. From sailing by day to watching fireworks at night, activities abound on and near Lake Ontario, its river tributaries

June 11. Phoenix Flag Day Celebration and Bake Sale. Boat tours available through Seaway Navigation. Sponsored by Bridge House Brats, State Street. Free; fee for boat tour. 695-1308, 934-4157 (boat

 The beauty of the Thousand Islands region, other than its, well, beauty, is that a visit there can straddle two countries and give you that international traveler feel while still being able t

June 17-19. Great New York State Food and Wine Festival. Event celebrates Made in New York foods like candy, cheeses, sauces, herbs, maple syrup and wine from New York vineyards. Recreation Park Are

In spite of a short summer season and an often cool, wet climate, the Adirondack Park, a wilderness larger than Vermont, offers myriad recreational and cultural options for its annual influx of 10 m

June.11. Blackfly Challenge. Forty-mile non-technical mountain/cyclocross bike race through the Moose River Plains (Indian Lake to Inlet). www.blackflychallenge.wordpress.com. June 17. Wilmington/W

A day in the Central Leatherstocking Region will thrill art buffs, baseball fans, history lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Natural beauty and a history steeped in literature make this area nestl