Event-Packed Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day weekend is packed with live music, local art, family entertainment, and time-honored traditions across the Town of Jay and the Town of Black Brook. Festivities kick off Friday evening with gallery previews and grand opening art receptions before rolling into an action-packed Saturday filled with workshops, live performances, and community cookouts. Whether you are looking to browse local artisan crafts, catch live music, or grab a chicken BBQ dinner, there is something happening around every corner.

Sunday starts with the annual Labor Day Parade through Au Sable Forks. The celebration continues through the afternoon and evening with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and food vendors, culminating in a spectacular fireworks show at dusk.

Friday, September 4th:

  • Art Gallery Openings: Art Exhibit at the Ausable Art House at 8 Grove Road from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, and at the Au Sable Forks Free Library from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Saturday, September 5th:

  • Art in the Forks: Daylong arts festival, music, workshops, and vendors across downtown Au Sable Forks from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
  • Black Brook Community Day: Free cookout, yard sales, train rides, and ice cream sundaes at River Park from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
  • Knights of Columbus Chicken BBQ: Holy Name Parish Center from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
  • JEMS Summer Concert Finale: Replay performing classic hits at the Jay Village Green Gazebo from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Sunday, September 6th:

  • Labor Day Parade: Steps off at 1:00 pm from Church Lane, with lineup starting at 11:30 am.
  • River Park Celebration: Post-parade games, food, live music, and fireworks at dark.

 

A Reminder on Campaign Signs

As election season approaches, campaign signs are appearing in yards and along roadsides throughout our community. However, town officials have recently received multiple reports of political signs being defaced, damaged, or stolen.

Regardless of candidate or party affiliation, political signage is protected under free speech rights. In New York State, stealing or vandalizing a campaign sign is a crime, classified as a Class A misdemeanor under state law, which can result in fines or charges for theft and criminal mischief. Please remember to respect your neighbors’ property and their right to support the candidates of their choice. If you witness anyone tampering with or stealing signage, please report the activity to local law enforcement. Let us keep our local elections fair, civil, and respectful for everyone.

 

Holiday Closure Notice

Please note that the Town of Jay offices and the Community Center will be closed on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday morning.

 

I hope you have a safe and happy holiday weekend,

Matt