Maple Sugar Party ~ March 13, 2010
at Thurman town hall, Athol. Savor an all-you-can eat buffet topped off with old-fashioned jackwax (also known as "sugar on snow"), while local musicians entertain. All to benefit the American Cancer Society. Serving begins at 4 p.m. and lasts until all are served. $10 adults, $5 for kids 6-11. Under 5 free. Info. 518-623-2909. Click to read more..

Thurman Maple Days ~ March 13 - 14, 2010
Free tours of Thurman sugarhouses, activities, delectable goodies. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Breakfast at Valley Road Maple Farm at 9 a.m. (Read about Saturday night Maple Sugar Party above.) Follow signs or get maps at town hall, or online. Click to read more..

New York State Maple Weekends ~ March 20-21, 27-28, 2010
Free tours of Thurman sugarhouses, activities, delectable goodies. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Breakfast at Valley Road Maple Farm at 9 a.m. Follow signs or get maps at town hall, or online. Click to read more..