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Art exhibition: 'Deconstructing Spring' Ongoing
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Elements of spring on display at The Outsider's Studio through July 12. 845/439-5677.
Art exhibition: Gioello & Poletayev Ongoing
PORT JERVIS – Etchings and Venetian plaster on display through July 19 at Cedarwood Center for the Arts. 845/856-2307.
Art exhibition: 'Go Figure' Ongoing
WURTSBORO – Work focusing on the human form at Red Eft Gallery through Aug. 1, Fri., Sat., & Sun. 845/888-2519.
Art exhibition: Lou N. Pontone Ongoing
NARROWSBURG – Landscape art on display through July 27 at The River Gallery. 845/252-3238.
Art exhibition: 'View Points' Ongoing
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Shared exhibition of works by Michael Clyde Johnson and Yeon Jin Kim at CAS Arts Center through Aug. 9. 845/436-4227.
Beginner Mah Jongg Ongoing
EQUINUNK – Mondays at Manchester Community Library, 1 to 3 p.m. No experience/equipment necessary. 570/224-8500.
Bible school Ongoing
BEACH LAKE – Every Wednesday at Beach Lake Free Methodist Church, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All ages welcome. 570/729-8656.
Bicentennial Education movie series Ongoing
HURLEYVILLE – Mondays at the Sullivan County Museum, 7 p.m., free. Discussion follows. 845/807-0437.
Book discussion club meets Ongoing
NARROWSBURG – Every third Thursday at the Tusten-Cochecton Library. 845/252-3360.
'Celebrate Recovery' Ongoing
BEACH LAKE – 12-step program every Tuesday for addictions of any sort at Beach Lake Free Methodist Church, 7 p.m., free.
'Chess for Fun' Ongoing
NARROWSBURG – Every Friday night at the Tusten-Cochecton Library, 6 to 8 p.m. 845/252-3360.
'Crazy About Crafting' club meets Ongoing
ELDRED – Every other Friday at the Sunshine Hall Library, 3 p.m. 845/557-6258.
J.O.Y. program for kids Ongoing
BEACH LAKE – Free youth programs on Tuesdays as part of J.O.Y. (Jesus, Others Yourself) Program for kids. Preschoolers, 9 to 10 a.m.; grades 1-4, 10 to 11:30 a.m.; grades 5 and up, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. Games, crafts, Bible story, snack and fun through July 28. 570/729-7011.
Kiwanis Club of Delaware Valley meets Ongoing
MILFORD – First, third and fourth Wednesdays of each month at Cliff Park Inn, 5:30 p.m. 570/390-9102, 296-3447 or 686-5415.
Master gardeners helpline Ongoing
REGION – Garden helpline available for Wayne County residents every Tues., 10 a.m. to 12 noon through Aug. 570/253-5970, ext. 1614.
Meditation class Ongoing
MILFORD – Six steps to a meaningful life on Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m. at Bodhi Bliss, $8/drop-in class. 845/856-9000.
Mid-week farmers' market Ongoing
HONESDALE – Every Wed. at 1020 Main Street, 4 to 6 p.m. 570/937-9271.
Overeaters Anonymous meet Ongoing
CALLICOON – Every Wed. at Holy Cross Church Rectory, 7 p.m., free. 845/482-5280.
Story time Ongoing
CALLICOON – Two Thursdays per month (call for exact dates) at the Delaware Free Library, 845/887-4040.
Story time Ongoing
JEFFERSONVILLE – Every Saturday at Jeffersonville Library, 11 a.m. to 12 noon. 845/482-5350.
'The Caboose' open Ongoing
SHOHOLA – Every weekend, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 570/559-7670.
Vendors wanted Ongoing
FORESTBURGH – The Forestburgh Day Committee is calling for fine artists, craftspeople, exhibitors/vendors for Aug. 22, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Forestburgh Firehouse. Free 10x10 space, 845/794-0611, ext. 12.
Art exhibition: 'Catskill Impressions' Ongoing
LIBERTY – Second annual unjuried show representing the Catskill area at The Catskill Artists Gallery until July 5. Gallery hours: Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun. 12 noon to 5 p.m. 845/292-0310.
Art exhibition: 'DIGIT' Ongoing
NARROWSBURG – Digital media on display until July 4 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576.
Art exhibition: John Tomlinson Ongoing
NARROWSBURG – Drawing/video on display until July 4 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576.
Art exhibition: 'Terminal Art' Ongoing
MILFORD – Sculptor Tom Holmes and woodworker Larry Braverman on display at The ARTery through July 6.
Blood drive
HAWLEY – Wallenpaupack Area High School, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donors receive coupon for free carton of Friendly's ice cream. 845/856-0540 or 800/432-8045.
BOCES LPN graduation
LIBERTY – CVI Building auditorium, 7 p.m. 845/295-4011.
Cole Brothers Circus
MONTICELLO – Monticello Casino and Raceway, 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from $3-17. 800-796-5672.
'Crazy Critters'
HONESDALE – Learn the basic principles of printmaking at the Wayne County Arts Alliance, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Ages 8 & up. Registration required, 570/253-6850.
Dance workshop offered
HIGHLAND LAKE – Eight dance workshops for children and adults on Thursdays during July at Highland Yoga & Dance. Ages 6-9: combination ballet/hip hop, 11 a.m. to 12 noon, $40/series; $12/class. Ages 10+: classical ballet, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m., $50/series; $15/class. Registration required, 940/595-9219.
Jazz series – thru August 27
NEWBURGH – Jazz, blues and big band swing every Wed. and Thurs. through Aug. 27 on the Newburgh waterfront, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free, open to the public. Rain location: City of Newburgh Activity Center. www.NewburghJazzSeries.com
Performers wanted – thru August 1
REGION – Girls and women of all ages are invited to participate in a public theatre performance. Rehearsals begin on Aug. 2 at various locations, 3 to 6 p.m., and take place every second Sun. until the performance on Sept. 13 at Roebling Bridge. No experience necessary. 845/557-0694.
Photo exhibition: 'The Golden Hour' Ongoing
MILFORD – Scenic photographs by Thom O'Connor on display through July 5 at the Highlands Photographic Guild. 570/296-2440.
Rummage sale – thru July 7
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Masonic Hall, July 2, 3, 6 & 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 845/439-3357.
Story hour – thru August 25
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Carol reads to the kids every Thurs., rain or shine, at Hamish & Henry Booksellers, 11 a.m. 845/439-8029.
Live music in the Lava Lounge – thru August 23
MONTICELLO – Live music every Wednesday, 8 to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Sunday 4 to 8 p.m. at Monticello Casino & Raceway. No cover charge. 845/794-4100.
Opening reception: Hemlock Farms artists – thru August 30
LORDS VALLEY – Fine art, photography and sculpture at Chant Realtors through Aug. 30. Opening reception, meet-the-artists, refreshments and live music on July 3, 5 to 8 p.m. 570/775-7337.
Sumi-e Japanese & Chinese brush painting
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Four Fridays at CAS Arts Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $125, non-members $135. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
'Summer Festival of Park' – thru July 30
HONESDALE – Honesdale Central Park, 7:30 p.m. (except July 3). Rain location: Episcopal Parish House. July 3: free games for children at 3 p.m., Gypsy Jazz Quintet at 5:30 p.m., Dixieland All-Stars at 6:30 p.m., Crystal Band at 8 p.m.; July 6: Young Geezers; July 9: Hickory Rose; July 13: The Pharm; July 16: Slatts Rattler; July 20: Indigo Moon Brass Band; July 23: Old Time Fiddlers; July 27: Them Again?; July 30: Stanky and the Cadets. Free-will donations, food available. 570/253-3855.
Tusten Seniors meet
NARROWSBURG – Town Hall, 1 p.m. Light lunch served. All area seniors welcome.
4th of July family nature getaway – thru July 6
DINGMANS FERRY – Bring your family and enjoy a weekend of fun and educational activities at Pocono Environmental Education Center. Members $145, non-members $160. 570/828-2319.
Antiques & collectibles show
PLEASANT MOUNT – Pleasant Mount Historical Society seeks vendors for show from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 570/840-6669.
'Ask the Naturalist/Nature Craft'
NEW JERSEY – Learn how to make an origami frog that jumps, ask questions & learn about creatures that live in & around Sawmill Lake at High Point State Park. Meet at the Sawmill Lake Dam, 6:45 to 7:30 p.m., free. 973-875-1471.
Blood drive
LORDS VALLEY – Hemlock Farms Firehouse, 12 noon to 5 p.m. Donors receive coupon for free carton of Friendly's ice cream. 845/856-0540 or 800/432-8045.
Book fair
CALLICOON – St. James Episcopal Church, 10:30 a.m. to 4:40 p.m. under the white tent on the lawn of 9279 SR 97. 845/887-5454.
CLEAR the TEA Party group marches
HAWLEY – Constitutional Liberty Equals American Rights group marches in the 4th of July parade. Meet at 11 a.m. onthe corner of Church & Maple Ave. All welcome, bring your own signs, teabags & friends. clear4teaparty@gmail for registration.
Fireworks display
SHAWNEE ON DELAWARE – Independence Day celebration to benefit the Shawnee Volunteer Fire Company at Shawnee Mountain, gates open 7 p.m., show 9 p.m. 570/421-7231.
Flea market
WHITE LAKE – Reformed Presbyterian Church, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 845/583-7082.
Fourth of July parade festival
LIBERTY – Parade, street fair, vendors, entertainment, arts, crafts, games & car show on Main Street, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 845/292-8202.
Free admission to Grey Towers
MILFORD – Celebrate the nation's birthday with free admission at Grey Towers, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 570/296-9630.
Independence Day parade & festival
ROSCOE – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors wanted, 607/498-5777.
July tea party
LIBERTY – Rally at Yaun Company parking lot, 2 to 4 p.m. All welcome and encouraged to bring homemade signs. 845/292-6400, ext. 261.
Louisiana barbecue and jumbo shrimp boil
ELDRED – Eldred United Methodist Church, 3 to 7 p.m. Adults $9, children $4, take-out available. 845/557-8210.
Old Stone Jail open house
HONESDALE – Wayne County Historical Society event, between Wayne County Courthouse & 10th Street, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free. 570/253-5468.
'Our Day of Deliverance'
PORT JERVIS – Hear the Declaration of Independence read aloud along with a program of history and music at Orange Square, 7 p.m. Rain location: Drew United Methodist Church. 845/856-2375.
Patriotic celebration
MILFORD – Opening ceremony at the Library, 11:30 a.m. Music, dancers, clowns, antique cars, motorcycle and car show throughout town. 570/296-8700.
Pond netting
NEW JERSEY – Find out what lives in Sawmill Lake at High Point State Park. Meet at the edge of Sawmill Lake near campsite one, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., free. 973-875-1471.
Ribbon cutting
ROSCOE – Riverside Park after the parade, all welcome. Festivities, vendors, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 845/439-4039.
Rum tasting and book signing
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Discover how taxes on rum turned the colonists against King George III at Hamish & Henry Booksellers, 3 p.m. 845/439-8029.
'Splash Bash 09' – thru July 18
HAWLEY – Local FM stations 95.3 DNH and SUNNY 105 bring great music, prizes, contests and suprises to people enjoying fun in the sun at Lake Wallenpaupack on July 4 and 18. Keep a look-out for the Splash Bash Party Boat, 1 to 5 p.m., and hold up homemade signs for 95.3 DNH and SUNNY 105 to win prizes. www.953dnh.com or www.sunny105.net
West Point Jazz Band Knights perform
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Wildflower music festival
WHITE MILLS – Paragon Ragtime Orchestra performs at the Wildflower amphitheater, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m., $20 adults, $10 students 6-18 years. Lawn chairs/picnics welcome. 570/253-1185.
5k Run/walk
SMALLWOOD – To benefit Smallwood-Mongaup Fire Department. Walkers 8:30 a.m.; Runners 9 a.m. 845/292-3159.
Art show: Gary Nichols
LIBERTY – Stained glass art and music by Gary Nichols at the Liberty Museum & Arts Center, 12 noon, free. History lecture by John Conway follows at 2 p.m. 845/292-2394.
Blooms & butterflies
WURTSBORO – Join John Kenney through the Basha Kill wetlands, 10 a.m. Meet at the Haven Road parking lot. 845/436-6046.
Flea market
PORT JERVIS – Temple Beth El, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Antique appraisal available 9 a.m. to 12 noon, $3/item.
Meditation group – thru August 30
WURTSBORO – Guided meditation and learn to relax every Sunday at the Crystals Center, 1 to 2:30 p.m., donation. 845/888-2547.
Metaphysical class – thru August 30
WURTSBORO – Walking through awareness every Sunday at the Crystals Center, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., $40. 845/888-2547.
Outdoor service
SHOHOLA – Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship outdoor service at the home of Lloyd and Judy Johnson, 11 a.m., followed by potluck lunch. 845/252-6626.
Philatelic Society meets
MONTICELLO – Ted Stroebele Recreation Center, 1 p.m. Twenty lot stamp auction plus stamp show discussion. Public invited. 845/434-6488 or 794-2586.
'Poetry in the Gallery'
WURTSBORO – Reading series featuring poet John Kenselaar at the Wurtsboro Art Alliance, 8 p.m. 845/361-1024.
Psychic readings – thru August 30
WURTSBORO – Professional Tarot, medium, angels, intuitive healing and psychometry readers every Sunday at the Crystals Center, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., $45/30 min. 845/888-2547.
Walk the Huguenot Path
NEW PALTZ – Guided 90-minute walk through historic marshlands and oxbow lake of the Harcourt Preserve next to Historic Huguenot Street, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. $10. 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Yard sale
MONTICELLO – Temple Sholom, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Something for everyone. 845/794-8731.
'A resource worth protecting' – thru August 27
HAWLEY – Participate in field studies to learn the history and biology of one of Pennsylvania's largest lakes on Mondays at the PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 5:30 p.m., $5. Registration required, 570/226-4557.
Archaeology camp for kids – thru July 24
NEW PALTZ – Hands-on experience opening up a fresh pit around 300-year-old Bevier Elting house. Two sessions: July 6-10 and July 20-24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. w/one overnight stay, $220. 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Arts-based summer camp for ages 4-8 – thru July 17
JEFFERSONVILLE – Two-week session introducing young dancers to a variety of dances at the Janice Center every other day, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., $150 + registration fee for new students. 845/482-3324.
Paint with Heidi – thru July 27
HONESDALE – Four-week class for the beginner artist at Wayne County Arts Alliance, Mondays through July 27, 7 to 9 p.m., %60 members, $75 non-members.
Penny social
WELCOME LAKE – Welcome Lake Fire Company, doors open 6:30 p.m., calling 8 p.m. Refreshments. 570/729-8335.
Teacher training seminar – thru July 10
WHITE LAKE – Inspiration, information and guidance on skills needs to work with kids painting scenery for high school plays at Cobalt Studios. 845/583-7025.
Palette of Fun 4-H Club meeting
MILFORD – Pike County Cooperative Extension office, 5 to 6 p.m. 570/296-3400.
'The Cats of Mirikitani'
HONESDALE – Wayne County Public Library, 6 p.m., free, open to all. Refreshments. www.waynepeace.org
'The Day the Catskills Cried'
MONTICELLO – Wayne E. Beyea lecture of the true story of the 1977 kidnap & murder of Trudy Resnick Farber at E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.
Tree planting in memory of Lisa A. Cronin
HONESDALE – Trackside Grill, 7 p.m. Donations accepted in Cronin's memory for Victims Intervention Program. 570/470-9532.
Arts weekend – thru July 12
NARROWSBURG – Four day retreat held for students of all levels to experience the joys of the artistic discipline at the Lake Conference Center. www.artsweekend.com. 845/794-0241
Gardening basics
MONTICELLO – Free gardening workshop for part-time and summer residents at the Landfield Avenue Synagogue, 3:30 to 5 p.m., free. Registration required, 845/295-2445.
Growing stronger exercise program orientation
MILFORD – Focus on strength training, diet & exercise for women & men age 40 & over. Classes begin July 27-Sept. 2 (Mon. & Wed.), 7 p.m., $30. Orientation at Bodies in Balance, 7 p.m. 570/296-3400.
Hadassah meeting
MONTICELLO – Entertainment by Magician Tony Spina, Chinese auction and meeting at Temple Sholom, 7 p.m. Bring a new wrapped item worth $5 or more with a clue written on paper as to what it is. Refreshments. Reservations required, 845/439-5708 or 794-3962.
'Making Mountains: NYC & the Catskills'
MONTICELLO – Historian Dr. David Stradling lecture at E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.
Zentangle 101
HONESDALE – Learn to create images from repetitive patterns at the Honesdale Chamber of Commerce, 6 to 8 p.m., $35. RSVP to fallsdalestudios@yahoo.com
Adoption workshop
NARROWSBURG – Learn about procedures, requirements, challenges and rewards of adopting a child at 118 Cushetunk Drive, 7 to 9 p.m., free. 845/252-7198.
First Friday networking breakfast
LIBERTY – Liberty Diner on July 10, 7:45 to 9 a.m. Chamber members $10, non-members $15. RSVP by July 9, 845/791-4200.
'Fun in the Sun' reading program
ELDRED – Reading program for ages 5-12 through Aug. 13 at Sunshine Hall Free Library. Register by July 4 and receive a free gift. 845/557-5268.
Fundamentals of the masters
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Oil painting classes on eight consecutive Thursdays at CAS Arts Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $230, non-members $255. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
Fundamentals of watercolor
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Eight consecutive Thursdays at CAS Arts Center, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Members $210, non-members $230. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
'On the Lawn' concert series – thru August 20
SUGAR LOAF – Every Thurs. through Aug. 20 on the front lawn of the Lycian Centre, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., free. July 9: The HotRod Band; July 16: Professor Louie and the Crowmatix; July 23: Still Surfin'; July 30: E'lissa Jones & Rob Valentine; Aug. 6: The Christine Spero Group; Aug. 13: Celeste & Jamie Lynne Paradise; Aug. 20: United States Military Academy Jazz Knights & The Jimmie Divine Trio.
Organic farm dinner fundraiser
HIGHLAND LAKE – Dinner, 7 p.m., and bluegrass, 8 p.m., to benefit NACL on July 11 at NACL Theatre, $25/$10 music only. RSVP by July 9, 845/557-0694.
UFO circle
WURTSBORO – Learn about or share local encounters with Bill Wiand at the Crystals Center, 6 to 7:30 p.m., $15. 845/888-2547.
Abstraction in art & nature
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Drawing/painting class on six consecutive Fridays at CAS Arts Center, 5 to 7 p.m. Members $120, non-members $135. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
Alzheimer's Association caregiver conference
LIBERTY – For all informal family caregivers and individuals assisting those diagnosed with dementia on July 16 at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 1 to 4 p.m., $10. RSVP by July 10 at 845/794-3774.
Attic treasures consignment suite
HONESDALE – Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary's sale at Wayne County's 47th annual antiques show on July 11-12. If you have treasures you would like to consign, bring them to the Wayne Highlands Middle School on July 10, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. 570/296-4689.
Colonial overnight
NEW PALTZ – Live like a colonial kid (ages 9-14) for one night! Drop off 6 p.m., $45. Registration required, 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Comedy show
MONTICELLO – Alan Berman performs at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 7 p.m., $10. 866/777-GAME, ext. 423. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society.
Folk music benefit concert
CUDDEBACKVILLE – Anne Loeb, Steven Lane, Jane Keitel and Mike Baglione perform at Neversink Valley Area Museum, 7:30 p.m. General admission $7, museum members $5. 845/754-8870.
Gas leasing workshop
HAWLEY – "Fundamentals of Natural Gas Exploration and Leasing" at the Wallenpaupack Senior High School on July 14, 6:30 to 9 p.m., $10. Pre-registration & payment required by July 10, 570/296-3400.
'In Good Taste' wine and food tasting
HONESDALE – Wayne County Ford showroom, 6:30 to 9 p.m., $25 in advance/$30 at the door. Benefits Wayne County Public Library. 570/253-1220.
Lake Wallenpaupack energy tours – thru July 11
HAWLEY – Explore how renewable energy has been used in PPL's past, present and future. Four sessions: July 10, 3 & 6 p.m.; July 11, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m. Registration required, 570/251-6196.
Opening reception: Phil Hazard – thru August 1
NARROWSBURG – Paintings on display until Aug. 1 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception July 10, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: 'Shrink Wrap' – thru August 1
NARROWSBURG – Group exhibit of mixed media on display until Aug. 1 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception July 10, 7 to 9 p.m.
Rummage sale – thru July 11
KENOZA LAKE – Kenoza Lake United Methodist Church, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 845/707-3359.
Special Shabbat service
MONTICELLO – Rabbi Gabor Lengyel of Germany speaks on "Jews in Germany Today" at Temple Sholom, 7:30 p.m. 845/794-8731.
Therapy Dog International evaluations
SHOHOLA – Tri-State Dog Obedience Club sponsors Therapy Dog International evaluations at their training facility at 837 Route 6, 6 p.m. Advance registration $15/$20 not pre-registered. 845/856-9072.
4-H Rough Riders Horse Club meets
BUSHKILL – Pocono Ranchlands Stable, 11 a.m. 570/296-3400.
50/50 Yard sale
ROCK HILL – Nana's House (behind Frontier Building), 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 845/794-3826.
Abraham Lincoln's 200th birthday celebration – thru July 12
SHOHOLA – July 11: Shohola Lincoln Bicentennial Home garden tour, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., $25. 570/296-2304 or 491-4871. Photo opportunity with John Deck portaying Abraham Lincoln at the old Smith Nelson School, 10 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 to 3 p.m. 570/559-7438. July 12: 1864 Civil War train wreck commemoration at the old Barryville Congregational Churchyard, 1:30 p.m., followed by a guided walk to the train wreck site. 570/559-7438.
'Agnes of God' casting call
SOUTH FALLSBURG – Auditions for three strong actresses at Rivoli Theatre, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Performance in Sept. 845/434-7232.
'An Hour in the History of the D&H Canal'
MILFORD – Slideshow presentation by Peter Osborne at the Milford Chant Office, 5 p.m. Free, open to the public, refreshments. 800/372-4268.
Art exhibition: Bush & Holmes
MILFORD – David Bush and Tom Holmes open a collaborative show at The ARTery, 5 to 9 p.m. 570/409-1234.
Bicentennial garden tour
REGION – Gardens will be open for public viewing, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. followed by wine & cheese reception, 4 to 5 p.m., $30/seniors $25. Van available, leaves Monticello Greenhouse, 10 a.m. ($15 extra). 845/796-1350, ext. 1003.
Bicentennial parade & fair
KAUNEONGA LAKE – Parade 11 a.m. along Rt. 55 to Kauneonga Lake Firemen's pavilion. Fair to 7 p.m., free. 845/583-4350, ext. 11.
Chicken barbecue
ABRAHAMSVILLE – United Methodist Church, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., $9 advance tickets. 570/224-6346 or 224-4874.
Chicken barbecue
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Water Wheel Junction, 12 noon until sold out, $10. Benefits Livingston Manor Presbyterian Church. 845/665-2308.
Composting & recycling
DINGMANS FERRY – Learn how to compost in this hands-on workshop at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
Joel Hill Sawmill open house – thru July 12
EQUINUNK – Sawing demonstration at an authentic Civil War-era sawmill, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Liberty Aglow meeting
YOUNGSVILLE – Aglow International Liberty Lighthouse breakfast meeting at United Reformed Church, 9 a.m., $4. Reservations required, 845/439-3794.
Literary arts weekend – thru July 12
MILFORD – Variety of programs for all ages at Grey Towers: "If a Tree Fell in the Forest... Would it Tell a Story?" on July 11, 11 a.m., free; "Spoon River Anthology" performed by the American Readers Theatre Co. on July 11, 5:30 p.m., $20; original poems read aloud by the Upper Delaware Writers Collective on July 12, 2 p.m., free. 570/296-9630.
Michael Feinstein performs
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
NY Philharmonic performs
BETHEL – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 8 p.m., doors open 7 p.m., $105, $69, $45 and $25. Fireworks follow. 800/745-3000.
Opening reception: 'El Mundo Indigena' – thru July 26
LAKE HUNTINGTON – Indigenous show of pottery, paintings, drawings, photography and mixed media at the Nutshell Art Center Gallery Annex until July 26. Opening reception: July 11, 5 to 7 p.m. Gallery hours: Fri., Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 845/614-5456.
Opening reception: 'Glitter & Glass' – thru August 23
LIBERTY – Glass bowls, plates, decorative items, jewelry and adornment of all kinds at the Catskill Artists Gallery through Aug. 23, Fri., Sat. and Sun. Opening reception: July 11, 4 to 8 p.m. 845/292-0310.
Opening reception: Juried salon exhibition – thru August 9
WURTSBORO – "Humble Nature" on display until Aug. 9 at the Wurtsboro Art Alliance. 845/733-1848. Opening reception: July 11, 2 to 7 p.m.
Penny social
YOUNGSVILLE – Youngsville Firehouse, doors open 6:30 p.m., calling 7:30 p.m., $1 donation. Prizes, refreshments. Benefits United Reformed Church of Youngsville.
Penny social & bake sale
DAMASCUS – Damascus Community Center, doors open 6 p.m., drawing 7:30 p.m. Benefits Conklin Hill Union Church Maintenance Fund.
Preschool story hour – thru August 29
ELDRED – For children ages 2-5 accompanied by an adult every Sat. at Sunshine Hall Free Library, 10 a.m., free. 845/557-6258.
Quilt show – thru July 12
MATAMORAS – Quilt display, quilts for sale, handmade boutique items, raffles and educational demonstrations at Best Western Inn at Hunts Landing, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.geocities.com/mvqg/guild.html
River Road fair
BARRYVILLE – Voted best flea market! River Road, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain date: July 12. Vendors wanted. 845/557-8751.
Summer farm dinner & Bluegrass concert
HIGHLAND LAKE – Enjoy home-cooked fresh local food followed by a benefit performance at NACL Theatre. Dinner $15, 7 p.m., music $10, 8 p.m. 845/557-0694.
Tehillah performs
LIBERTY – Christian band in concert at the Liberty Free Methodist Church, 7 p.m. All welcome, free. 845/292-5227.
Transformational meditation
WURTSBORO – Men only: breathe, connect with yourself and transform on July 12 at the Crystals Center, 2 to 5 p.m., $30. RSVP by July 11, 845/888-2547.
'UFC 100 - Live from Las Vegas'
MONTICELLO – Lesnar vs. Mir, St. Pierre vs. Alves, Henderson vs. Bisping and more live broadcast from Pay-Per-View at Monticello Casino & Raceway, doors open 9 p.m., $5. Food and drink specials. 845/794-4100, ext. 423.
Wildflower music festival
WHITE MILLS – Siora World Jazz Ensemble performs at the Wildflower amphitheater, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m., $20 adults, $10 students 6-18 years. Lawn chairs/picnics welcome. 570/253-1185.
Wills, trusts and estate planning
MILFORD – Pike County Cooperative Extension hosts workshop on durable powers of attorney, finding a lawyer and probate at the First Presbyterian Church, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Light breakfast. 570/296-3400.
Yard sale
ABRAHAMSVILLE – United Methodist Church, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bake sale. Refreshments available.
Yoga on the mountain
NEW JERSEY – Sunset yoga class in the Interpretive Center at High Point State Park, 7 to 8:15 p.m., free. Bring a mat. Registration required, 973-702-0488.
Book signing: Saskia Shakin
WURTSBORO – "More Than Words Can Say: The Making of Inspired Speakers" will be signed at the Crystals Center, 6 to 7:30 p.m., free. 845/888-2547.
Crafting radio: the basics
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Basics of writing commentaries for radio on six consecutive Saturdays at CAS Arts Center, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Members $90, non-members $100. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
Downtown Arts Day
JEFFERSONVILLE – Invitational Artisans’ Fair, Main Street parking lot, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.;
Weekend Chamber of Music Bicentennial Concert, Presbyterian Church back lawn, 3 p.m., with post-concert reception at Global Home. Music by Irving Berlin, Harry Woods & Lee Hoiby, free. 845/932-8527.
Draw your own comic book
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Create your own comic book character on six consecutive Saturdays at CAS Arts Center, 2 to 3 p.m. Members $90, non-members $100. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
Fall warblers and more
WURTSBORO – Join John Haas for a summer walk at the Basha Kill, 8:30 a.m. Meet at the eastern end parking lot of Haven Road. 845/888-0240.
Gospel concert – thru August 9
BEACH LAKE – Concert and dinner on July 12, Aug. 2 & 9. Dinner at 5 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. Concert at 6:30 p.m. lakeside behind Beach Lake United Methodist Church. Free-will offering.
Intergenerational Elderhostel – thru July 17
DINGMANS FERRY – Pocono Environmental Education Center. For more information visit www.wlderhostel.org or call 877/426-8056.
Pancake breakfast
OBERNBURG – St. Mary's Church Hall, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Free-will offering. 607/498-4741.
Piano recital
GLEN SPEY – "Discover the World of Classical Music" cultural series with Mary Ann Nilsson at Lumberland Town Hall, 3 p.m. Adults $10, child $5. 845/856-6372.
Steak bake
CALLICOON – Delaware Valley Community Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Adults $20, ages 5-10 $10, under 5 free. Advance tickets only. 845/932-8436.
Blood drive
DINGMANS FERRY – St. Vincent DePaul Church, 1 to 6 p.m. Donors receive coupon for free carton of Friendly's ice cream. 845/856-0540 or 800/432-8045.
'Boomerang Express' – thru July 18
LORDS VALLEY – Vacation Bible school at Faith Christian Outreach Center for ages 2-18, free, with barbecue on July 18. Registration required, 570/226-4658.
Crocodile Dock vacation bible school – thru July 17
BEACH LAKE – Program runs July 13-17 at Beach Lake Methodist Church, 6 to 8 p.m. daily. Doors open 5:30 p.m. on July 13 for registration. 570/729-7011.
Blood drive
HONESDALE – Lemnitzer Armory, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. Donors receive coupon for free carton of Friendly's ice cream. 845/856-0540 or 800/432-8045.
Café concert
HAWLEY – Dinner & chamber music with Kenneth Hamrick, Judith Pearce, Sunghae Anna Lim & Caroline Stinson at The Settlers Inn, 6 p.m., $60, includes 3-course dinner & gratuity. Reservations required, 845/932-8527.
Dog first aid class
HAWLEY – Learn to recognize dogs suffering from emergencies & receive a certificate upon course completion at Hawley Fire Department, 6 to 10 p.m., $45. Registration required, 570/253-2310 or 296-5229.
Essay discussion: 'Why War?'
MONTICELLO – Short essay by Sigmund Freud will be discussed at E.B. Crawford Library, 7:30 p.m. New members welcome.
Food pantry
HONESDALE – Behind Tri-County Beverage Building, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Palette of Fun 4-H Club meeting
MILFORD – Pike County Cooperative Extension office, 5 to 6 p.m. 570/296-3400.
Special Tractor Parade postmark available
CALLICOON – Postal Service offers a special pictorial Tractor Parade Station postmark and cachet at the Tractor Parade at 36 Lower Main St., 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Also available by mail order. 212/330-5132.
4-H Paw Partners meets
MILFORD – Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Club meeting at Pike County Cooperative Extension office, 6:30 to 8 p.m. 570/296-3400.
Arts & crafts exhibition – thru July 26
MILFORD – Milford Borough Hall, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through July 26. Meet the artists, wine and cheese reception and live music on July 17, 7 to 10 p.m. at Good Shepherd Church. 570/296-2338.
Basics of home food preservation
HONESDALE – Pressure canning testing at Wayne County Cooperative Extension office, 3 to 4 p.m. Workshop, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Preregistration required, no walk-ins, 570/421-6430.
Bicentennial Education lecture series
MONTICELLO – Barry Lewis discusses his life and memories of the Borscht Belt at the E.B. Crawford Library, 7 p.m., free. 845/807-0437.
Blood drive
CALLICOON – Catskill Regional Medical Center, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donors receive coupon for free carton of Friendly's ice cream & chance to win canoe/raft trip & Matthews on Main gift certificate. 845/856-0540 or 800/432-8045.
Blood drive
NEVERSINK – Neversink Firehouse, 2 to 7 p.m. Donors receive coupon for free carton of Friendly's ice cream. Free hot dogs/hamburgers. 845/856-0540 or 800/432-8045.
Comedy show
MONTICELLO – Ladies Laugh Night at Monticello Casino & Raceway with Sherry Davey, 6:45 p.m., $20. 866/777-GAME, ext. 423. Benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Lewis and Clark expedition presentation
NARROWSBURG – Historian Peter Osborne presents "Lewis and Clark and Me: A Voyage of Discovery" at Tusten Town Hall, 7 p.m.
Rummage and white elephant sale – thru July 17
PORT JERVIS – First Presbyterian Church, July 15, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Bag day July 16, 9 a.m. to 12 noon; July 17 what is left is free, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. 845/856-1231.
An evening of delicious inspiration
GLEN SPEY – Guided meditation and 3-course gourmet vegetarian meal at Kadampa Buddhist Temple, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., $15, $25/2. Reservations required, 845/856-9000.
Bernt Balchen Sons of Norway meeting
ROWLAND – Surprise social program at Central Volunteer Fire Hall, 7 p.m.
570/685-1477.
'Express Yourself' for teens – thru August 7
ELDRED – July 16, 12 noon: Draw comincs the Ninja way; July 24, 2 p.m.: create Japanese guardian spirit dolls; July 31, 2 p.m.: Record, produce and star in your own cosplay video; Aug. 7, 2 p.m.: Japanese treats and rewards at Sunshine Hall Free Library, free, sign up at the library. 845/557-6258.
Food pantry
LAKEWOOD – Paupack Township Municipal Building, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Emergency need: 570/352-6177, 226-6347 or 226-3115.
Food pantry
DAMASCUS – Damascus Township Building, 1 to 3 p.m. Emergency need: 570/224-4217 or 224-4189.
MusicTalks!
JEFFERSONVILLE – Musicologist Nathan A. Randall discusses Russian music at the Janice Center, 8 p.m. Refreshments, $15, students 18 & under free. 845/932-8527.
'Weapons of the Spirit'
NEW PALTZ – Bring a blanket, a drink and a picnic to Historic Huguenot Street and enjoy the story of Huguenot residents during WWII, 8 to 10 p.m., $5 suggested donation. 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
At work & play behind the notes – thru July 24
JEFFERSONVILLE – Interactive rehearsal workshop with Weekend of Chamber Music artists at Eddie Adams Farm on July 17 & 24, 7 p.m., free. 845/932-8527.
'Baking with Herbs'
LIBERTY – Explore your creative baking skills using herbs at Cornell Cooperative Extension Building, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., $15 member, $20 non-member. Registration required, 845/292-6180.
Battle of Minisink – thru July 18
8/23/2008 – MINISINK FORD - 18th century encampment by Navasing Long Rifles and Third Ulster Militia at Minisink Battleground Park, July 18: 12 noon to 2 p.m. battle discussions with re-enactors; 2:30 p.m. program by Peter Osborne & Mark Hendrickson; 4 p.m. observance at the monument followed by optional picnic gathering (bring own food). 845/292-4312.
Giant bazaar – thru July 18
YOUNGSVILLE – Games, prizes, food, raffles, door prize nightly & music at St. Francis Church parking lot, 6 to 10 p.m. Rain date: July 19.
Moonlight magic tour
NEW PALTZ – Drinks on the DuBois Fort porch followed by a walking tour of Huguenot Street, 8 to 9:30 p.m., $12. 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Peace of mind retreat – thru July 19
GLEN SPEY – Introductory meditation retreat weekend to take a break from the hectic pace of life at Kadampa Meditation Center, Fri. 8 p.m. through Sunday 2:30 p.m. $60 plus accommodations. Reservations required, 845/856-9000.
'Rodgers and Hammerstein's Songbook' – thru July 19
PORT JERVIS – Presby Players perform at Marsh Hall, Fri. and Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 3 and 7:30 p.m., $15. 845/856-1231.
'The Big Throwback'
LAKE HUNTINGTON – Dance party at the Nutshell Arts Center, 8 p.m., $5 at the door. 21 & over, full bar available. www.nutshellarts.com
'The Owl and the Pussycat' – thru July 26
SUGAR LOAF – Outdoor romantic comedy for grown-ups production at the Lycian Center's lakeside stage, July 17, 18, 24 & 25: 8 p.m.; July 19 & 26: 3 p.m., $20. 845/469-2287.
AARP driver safety program
SOUTH FALLSBURG – South Fallsburg Community Center, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Members $12, non-members $14. Reservations required, 845/434-8922.
Art loop
NEW PALTZ – Arts walk on Historic Huguenot Street, 4 to 8 p.m. 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Boy Scout merit badge series (fifth)
DINGMANS FERRY – Work with sustainability instructors to complete requirements for boy scout merit badges at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Members $15, non-members $20. Must attend all series sessions to complete requirements. 570/828-2319.
Comedy show
MONTICELLO – Jackie the Jokerman Martling performs at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 6:45 p.m., $25/$20. 866/777-GAME, ext. 423.
Crystal-Spirit medicine
WURTSBORO – Unlock the secrets and mysteries of the Crystal Guardians at the Crystals Center, 6 to 7:30 p.m., $20 pre-paid, $25 at the door. 845/888-2547.
Driver safety program
KAUNEONGA LAKE – Lecture, discussion and video presentation for ages 50 and over at Bethel Senior Center, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $25. 845/583-7971.
Folk concert at the beach
NEW JERSEY – Contemporary acoustic/folk concert with Patrick Fitzsimmons at High Point State Park, 6 to 8 p.m., free. 973-875-1471.
Gala Saturday – thru July 25
JEFFERSONVILLE – Weekend of Chamber Music concert & artists’ reception. Music by Shostakovich, Arensky & Waggoner, performed by Tannis Gibson, Judith Pearce, Sunghae Anna Lim & Caroline Stinson at Eddie Adams Farm on July 18 & 25, 8 p.m. $25; students 18 & under free. 845/932-8527.
Historical Society 'Colonial Hamlets'
EQUINUNK – Presented by Sue Mickly, author and expert on colonial life at the Equinunk Historical Society Museum, 1 p.m.
Horse show – thru July 19
JEFFERSONVILLE – Jeffersonville Lions Club Charity Horse Show at Stone Wall Farms, Callicoon Center Road. 845/482-5302.
Introduction to camping
DINGMANS FERRY – Learn the basics of camping at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
John Covelli and Justin Kolb perform
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Meditation & relaxation through watercolor
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Introduction to creating using watercolor at CAS Arts Center, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Members $55, non-members $65, bring a bag lunch. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
Penny social
LIBERTY – Town of Liberty Ambulance Building, doors open 5:30 p.m., calling 7 p.m. Hot dogs, chili and more.
Researching your home's genealogy
NEW PALTZ – Susan Stessin-Cohn leads participants through the steps of unlocking their home's history at Historic Huguenot Street, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, $25. Pre-registration advised, 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Speaker series: 'Battle of Minisink'
HONESDALE – George Fluhr lecture at Wayne County Historical Society Museum, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., free. 570/253-5468.
Sun gazing
NEW JERSEY – Look through a filtered telescope at the sun for all ages. Meet at the far end the Monument parking lot at High Point State Park, 12 noon to 2 p.m., $5 parking fee. 973-875-1471.
Walking African-American history
NEW PALTZ – Glimpse the homes built by and lived in by African-Americans during and after slavery starting at Historic Huguenot Street, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, $12. 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Wildflower music festival
WHITE MILLS – Danny Paisley & The Southern Grass perform at the Wildflower amphitheater, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m., $20 adults, $10 students 6-18 years. Lawn chairs/picnics welcome. 570/253-1185.
Wurst festival – thru July 19
SHAWNEE ON DELAWARE – German & Polish crafts & dancers with music by Jimmy Sturr and his Orchestra at Shawnee Mountain, 12 noon. 570/421-7231.
Yard sale – thru July 19
ELDRED – Sunshine Hall Library, rain or shine, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Zentangle 101
HONESDALE – Learn to create images from repetitive patterns at the Waynce County Arts Alliance, 2 to 4 p.m., $35. RSVP to fallsdalestudios@yahoo.com
All-you-can-eat French toast breakfast
ROCK HILL – Rock Hill Volunteer Fire Department, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adults $7, under 12 $6, under 5 free. 845/794-6865.
Art auction & wine tasting
HURLEYVILLE – Original artwork auctioned accompanied by Bashakill Vineyards wine tasting at the Sullivan County Museum, 3 to 5 p.m. Suggested donation $10. 845/434-8044.
Catskill Cup golf tournament
CALLICOON – Villa Roma Resort, 11 a.m. lunch & putting contest; tee-off 1 p.m. $125/person includes shirt, lunch, dinner, refreshments & gifts. Benefits SullivanArc. Registration required, 845/796-1350, ext. 1051.
Community day
WOODBOURNE – Maries Park, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors wanted. 845/434-3147.
Mad Hatters tea
NEW PALTZ – Tea on the lawn of the historic Deyo House, 1 to 3 p.m. Reservations recommended, 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Metaphysical class
WURTSBORO – Walking through awareness introduction class at the Crystals Center, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., free. 845/888-2547.
Stamp show
WOODRIDGE – Woodridge Municipal Hall, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., free. Prize drawings, stamp dealers, postcard dealers, door prizes. 845/794-2586.
Travel back in time to Rome – thru July 23
BETHANY – Explore caves, meet Apostle Paul, Bible-times projects, games and music at Bethany Presbyterian Church through July 23, 6:30 p.m. 570/253-6316.
Wildflower music festival
WHITE MILLS – Wildflower Steppingstones Young Artist Concert at the Wildflower amphitheater, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 4 p.m., free. Lawn chairs/picnics welcome. 570/253-1185.
Alchemists poetry workshop
MONTICELLO – E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.
Arts-based summer camp for ages 8 & up – thru July 24
JEFFERSONVILLE – Week-long programs in music, art, theater and dance at the Janice Center, 1 to 5 p.m., $299 + registration fee for new students. 845/482-3324.
Young gardeners program
MILFORD – Butterfly garden experience for young gardeners ages 4-10 & their parents on July 25 at Remembrance Place Park, 1 to 3 p.m. RSVP by July 20, 570-296-3400.
Café concert
CALLICOON – Dinner & chamber music with Kenneth Hamrick, Judith Pearce, Sunghae Anna Lim & Caroline Stinson at the Villa Roma Clubhouse, 6 p.m., $60, includes 3-course dinner & gratuity. Reservations required, 845/932-8527.
Gilette Shows carnival – thru July 26
MONTICELLO – Games, rides, crafts, food and fun at Monticello Casino & Raceway, Tues.-Fri. 6 to 10 p.m.; Sat. and Sun. 1 to 11 p.m. 914/866-6954.
Golf outing fundraiser
– GREENTOWN - Paupack Hills Golf & Country Glub, 4-person scramble, $110/player includes green and cart fees, lunch, dinner and prizes. Shotgun start 1 p.m. Benefits scholarship fund. 570/857-0251.
Radio DJ Pete Fornatale presentation
BETHEL – Insider's insights on the Woodstock festival and the sixties with readings from his new book, audio clips and more at The Museum at Bethel Woods, 6 p.m. followed by book signing at 7:30 p.m., free. www.BethelWoodsCenter.org
'Books on Bugs: Dragonflies'
HAWLEY – Children ages 4-8 invited to explore the world of dragonflies combining reading and nature at the PPL WELC Auditorium, 11 a.m. to 12 noon. 570-251-6196.
Paul Carrol performs
NEW PALTZ – Deyo House lawn, 7 p.m., $5 suggested donation. 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
'Solo Piano for Peace'
MONTICELLO – Music program by Lewis Landon at E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.
Chakra balancing
WURTSBORO – Understand energy healing and your body's seven centers at the Crystals Center, 6 p.m., $20. 845/888-2547.
Food pantry
NEWFOUNDLAND – St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church, 1 to 3 p.m. Emergency need: 570/676-3482 or 676-3381.
Introduction to woodlot management
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Options for owners who have forested property at the Livingston Manor Free Library, 6 to 8 p.m. Free, open to the public. 845/439-5440.
MusicTalks!
JEFFERSONVILLE – Lecture performance about virtuoso romantic violin music of Eugène Ysaÿe at Eddie Adams Farm, 8 p.m. Refreshments, $15, students 18 & under free. 845/932-8527.
Safe drinking water program
BLOOMING GROVE – Pike County Conservation District office on July 28, 7 to 9 p.m., $7. Attendees eligible for discounted water testing. RSVP by July 23, 570/296-3400.
'Web 2.0 and Your Business Strategy'
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Paul Grossinger Dining Room at SCCC, 8 to 10 a.m. Chamber members $10, non-members $20. Breakfast included, reservations required, 845/434-5750, ext. 4398.
DVO presents 'The Merry Widow'
NARROWSBURG – Comic opera at Tusten Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Adults $25, seniors $22, students $15. 845/252-7272.
Intern performance
JEFFERSONVILLE – 2009 Weekend of Chamber Music Summer Festival intern concert & performance at Eddie Adams Farm, 7 p.m. 845/782-7015.
PAW - performance writing
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Six consecutive Fridays at CAS Arts Center, 6:15 to 8:15 p.m. Members $120, non-members $135. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
Texas rodeo
HONESDALE – Prizes, mechanical bull, DJ, drink specials and Texas menu at Texas #4 Fire Company. Music and bar open 8 p.m., bull will be kicking from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., $5.
Writers' workshop – thru July 26
NARROWSBURG – Writing coach and editor Jill Dearman guides participants on developing their writing practices at the Delaware River Retreat. Includes welcome reception and communal dinner. http://riversedgewriters.com
Archaeology day
NEW PALTZ – Dirty fun for amateur and expert alike. Hands-on dig workshops on site at Historic Huguenot Street, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Reservations suggested, 845/255-1660 or 255-1889.
Brad Scribner and Friends performs
WURTSBORO – Crystals Center, 6 to 7:30 p.m., $10. 845/888-2547.
Chicken barbecue
GRAHAMSVILLE – Take-out or sit down at Grahamsville Bicentennial Square, 3 to 6 p.m. Adults $9, under 8 $6. 845/985-5017 or 985-2285.
Ferns & lycophytes weekend with Bill Olson
DINGMANS FERRY – Join biologist Bill Olson exploring ferns and lycophytes at Pocono Environmental Education Center on Aug. 7-9. Members $160, non-members $175, non-lodging rates available. Register by July 25. 570/828-2319.
Festival opera: 'Die Fledermaus'
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Flag football tournament – thru July 26
MIDDLETOWN – J.W. Chorley Elementary School, $400/team. Cash prize. 845/629-4048 or 629-6821.
Gala Saturday
JEFFERSONVILLE – Main event concert and artists' reception at Eddie Adamas Farm, 8 p.m., $25, students free. 845/782-7015.
Intro to history of science & art
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Explore the connections between science & art at CAS Arts Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $35, non-members $45. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
Night hike
NEW JERSEY – Walk to Ayers fields and experience nature at High Point State Park. Meet at the Sawmill Lake boat launch, 8 to 9 p.m., free. 973-875-1471.
Pocono quilt camp for adults
DINGMANS FERRY – Join Patti Shreiner and Carol Hill for a week of quilting fun at PEEC. First session: Aug. 7-9, second session: Aug. 9-14. Members $155, non-members $170 includes lodging, meals & program. Non-lodging rates available. RSVP by July 25, 570/828-2319.
Steak and lobster bake
MONTICELLO – Music, games, refreshments at Monticello Elks Lodge #1544, 3 to 8 p.m. $30/person, $50/couple, advance tickets only. 845/794-1544.
Street fair
CALLICOON – Art, antiques, collectibles, clothing, jewelry, food and entertainment on Main Street, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. www.visitcallicoon.com
Summer wildflower walk
DINGMANS FERRY – Search for wildflowers of summer and their butterfly companions at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
'The Girl who was Eaten by the Dark'
ELDRED – Family stilt show presented by NACL and the Eldred Corner Ice Cream Shop performed live by The Ottawa Stilt Union at the four corners in Eldred, 4 p.m., free. 845/557-0694.
Wildflower music festival
WHITE MILLS – Judy Collins performs at the Wildflower amphitheater, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m., $30. Lawn chairs/picnics welcome. 570/253-1185.
All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast
YOUNGSVILLE – Youngsville Fire Department, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adults $6, ages 5-12 $3, under 5 free.
Art exhibition: Marianna Ross
EQUINUNK – Historical Society & Museum, 12 noon to 4 p.m. 570/224-6722.
Bethel School open house
BERLIN TOWNSHIP – Wayne County Historical Society event, 1 to 4 p.m., special presentation 2 p.m., free. 570/253-5468.
DVO presents 'The Merry Widow'
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Comic opera at Sullivan County Community College, 3 p.m. Adults $25, seniors $22, students $15. 845/252-7272.
Humpty Dumpty children's opera
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 1 p.m., free. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
International beer tasting event
CUDDEBACKVILLE – More than 25 international breweries present more than 50 brews for sampling at the Neversink Valley Area Museum, 2 to 6 p.m., $40 in advance, $55 at the door, designated drivers $10. Age 21+. www.GreatBeerExpo.com
Weekend of Chamber Music closing day
JEFFERSONVILLE – Family performance featuring "Zephyronia" at Eddie Adams Farms, 8 p.m., free. 845/932-8527.
PEEC golf outing
DINGMANS FERRY – Great Bear Golf & Country Club, 8:30 a.m. $120 per golfer before July 20, $140 per golfer after July 20. 570/828-2319.
Tom Jones performs
BETHEL – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 8 p.m., doors open 7 p.m. Tickets range from $38-$85. 800/745-3000.
UDC family raft trip
REGION – Eight-mile trip on Aug. 2 between Ten Mile River and Barryville. Meet 9 a.m. at Kittatinny Campgrounds. Adults $20, under 11 $12. RSVP by July 27. 845/252-3022.
'Wartime Address' reading
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Maxine Susman reads from her latest volume of poetry at Hamish & Henry Booksellers, 1 p.m. 845/439-8029.
'American Belles USO Show'
MONTICELLO – Musical journey through the war years with a red, white and blue performance at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 10 a.m. for lunch voucher, show begins 1 p.m., $25. 845/794-4100, ext. 423.
Bicentennial Education lecture series
LOCH SHELDRAKE – John Conway leads a multimedia lecture on the 1909 fire that destroyed much of Broadway in Monticello at SCCC, 1 p.m., free. 845/807-0437.
Blood drive
ROSCOE – Roscoe Community Nursing Home, 1 to 6 p.m. Donors receive coupon for free carton of Friendly's ice cream. 845/856-0540 or 800/432-8045.
Educator workshop – thru July 30
HAWLEY – Two-day workshop for educators on amphibians and reptiles at the PPL WELC Auditorium, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration required, 570/251-6196.
'HUNK*MANIA'
MONTICELLO – The HOT men from HUNK*MANIA are BACK! Monticello Casino & Raceway, doors open 7 p.m., show 8 p.m., $15. 845/794-4100, ext. 423.
Auction
ROSCOE – Rockland Firehouse, preview 5 p.m., auction 6 p.m. Donations wanted. 845/439-3990, ext. 306.
Blood drive
KAUNEONGA LAKE – Caroline Ballard Senior Center, 2 to 6 p.m. Donors receive coupon for free carton of Friendly's ice cream. 845/856-0540 or 800/432-8045.
Dog days of summer family nature getaway – thru August 2
DINGMANS FERRY – Bring your family to enjoy a weekend of activities at Pocono Environmental Education Center. Members $145, non-members $160. 570/828-2319.
Watercolor weekend
LAKE ARIEL – Three-day, 2-night intensive watercolor class on Aug. 14-16 at Lacawac Sanctuary. Members $180, non-members $190. Commuter rates available. Must register by July 31. 570/689-9494.
Botany walk
MILFORD – Dr. Ann Rhoads leads a walk at the Milford Experimental Forest and answers questions about native plants. Grey Towers tour offered to participants following walk. Free, open to the public, registration required. 570/226-3164.
Comedy show
MONTICELLO – Marty Allen performs at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 6:45 p.m., $25/$20. 866/777-GAME, ext. 423.
Concert: Barbeque Bob & The Spare Ribs
CALLICOON – Janet Burgan opens at Callicoon Creek Park, 7:30 p.m., $12 suggested donation. Rain location: Delaware Youth Center. 570/224-8404.
Dragonfly dash
DINGMANS FERRY – Venture out and find local dragonfly species at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
DVO presents 'La Boheme'
NARROWSBURG – Giacomo Puccini's opera at Tusten Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Adults $25, seniors $22, students $15. 845/252-7272.
Horse show – thru August 2
JEFFERSONVILLE – Stone Wall Farms Open Show Series at Callicoon Center Road. 845/482-5302.
Jamaica Bay birding
DINGMANS FERRY – Trip to Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge and observe migrating shorebirds at Pocono Environmental Education Center on Aug. 15, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Members $30, non-members $35, transportation provided. Register by Aug. 1. 570/828-2319.
Lacawac Sanctuary tour – thru August 30
LAKE ARIEL – One-hour tours on Aug. 1, 2, 5, 8, 9, 12, 15, 16, 19, 22, 23, 26, 29 & 30; free. 570/689-9494.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo performs
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
New York Dinner Theatre show
MONTICELLO – "Joey & Mary's Irish/Italian Wedding" show and lunch in Winner's Circle Buffet at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 10 a.m. for lunch voucher, 1 p.m. show, $28. 845/794-4100, ext. 423.
Old Stone Jail open house
HONESDALE – Wayne County Historical Society event, between Wayne County Courthouse & 10th Street, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., free. 570/253-5468.
Pastel/charcoal portrait workshop
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Three consecutive Saturdays at CAS Arts Center, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members $125, non-members $140, bring a bag lunch. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
PikeMoms.com fundraiser
MILFORD – Wine, jazz, food and silent auction at the McAteer residence, 7 p.m., $40/person, $75/couple. 570/296-5845.
'Starlight & the O&W Influence'
EQUINUNK – Presented by Laura Travis at the Equinunk Historical Society Museum, 1 p.m.
Trout parade & festival
ROSCOE – Celebrate Roscoe's founding fathers on Main Street, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Demonstrations, vendors, entertainment, car show and more. 845/439-3990, ext. 306.
Wayne County Farm Museum – thru August 8
DYBERRY TOWNSHIP – Friday through Saturday, 12 noon to 8 p.m. at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. 570/253-5468.
Wildflower music festival
WHITE MILLS – River City 6 performs at the Wildflower amphitheater, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m., $20 adults, $10 students 6-18 years. Lawn chairs/picnics welcome. 570/253-1185.
DVO presents 'The Merry Widow'
NARROWSBURG – Comic opera at Tusten Theatre, 3 p.m. Adults $25, seniors $22, students $15. 845/252-7272.
Explore Lake Lacawac
LAKE ARIEL – Quiet paddle to explore the 13,000-year-old glacial lake for ages 12 & older at Lacawac Sanctuary, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Members $8, non-members $10. 570/689-9494.
Family picnic day
ROSCOE – Picnic, square dancing, chalk drawings and more at Roscoe Central School. 845/439-3990, ext. 306.
Frog frolic II
DINGMANS FERRY – Learn about local frog species while trying to catch them at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
'The Many Splendored Songs of Sammy Fain'
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Sullivan Bicentennial celebration: cabaret show at Lanza's Restaurant, 3 p.m. Suggested donation: $10, seniors $8. 845/926-4646.
'Alzheimer's Project' – thru August 18
LIBERTY – Presentation of documentaries about Alzheimer's at Cornell Cooperative Extension office on Aug. 4 ("The Memory Loss Tapes"), Aug. 11 ("Grandpa, do you know who I am?") and Aug. 18 ("Momentum in Science"), 3 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. 845/292-5250.
Golf classic fundraiser
MONTICELLO – Golf classic to help Catskill Regional Medical Center purchase equipment for cancer diagnosis and advanced care at Kutsher's Country Club. Brunch 10 a.m., tee-off 11:30 a.m., cocktail hour 5 to 6 p.m. followed by buffet dinner, $150 includes greens fee, golf cart, brunch, gift and awards reception. Registration required, 845/794-3300, ext. 2034.
Contemporary opera talk
MONTICELLO – E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.
'Putting Food By'
LIBERTY – Preserving your harvest through canning at Cornell Cooperative Extension building, 12 noon to 4 p.m., $20. Registration required, 845/292-6180.
DVO presents 'La Boheme'
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Giacomo Puccini's opera at Sullivan County Community College, 7:30 p.m. Adults $25, seniors $22, students $15. 845/252-7272.
'Low Cost Software'
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Paul Grossinger Dining Room at SCCC, 8 to 10 a.m. Chamber members $10, non-members $20. Breakfast included, reservations required, 845/434-5750, ext. 4398.
'Music is Magic'
BETHEL – Four-week 60s music workshop for children on Fridays at The Museum at Bethel Woods, 10 a.m., $99 includes free CD. Participating parents receive a buy-one-get-one-free offer for select Bethel Woods concerts. Registration required, 845/482-3324.
Opening reception: Julia Helen Murray – thru August 29
NARROWSBURG – Mixed media installation on display until Aug. 29 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Aug. 7, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Nadine Saylor – thru August 29
NARROWSBURG – Sculpture on display until Aug. 29 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Aug. 7, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Nancy Wells – thru August 29
NARROWSBURG – Mixed media on display until Aug. 29 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Aug. 7, 7 to 9 p.m.
Pablo Ziegler Trio for Nuevo Tango
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Tricky tray
WURTSBORO – St. Joseph's, doors open 6 p.m., calling 7:30 p.m., $4 includes 100 tickets. 845/888-4040.
Birth angels workshop
WURTSBORO – Discover your life purpose with the help of the 72 angels based on your DOB at the Crystals Center, 6 to 7:30 p.m., $20 prepaid, $25 at the door. 845/888-2547.
Boy Scout merit badge series (sixth)
DINGMANS FERRY – Work with sustainability instructors to complete requirements for boy scout merit badges at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Members $15, non-members $20. Must attend all series sessions to complete requirements. 570/828-2319.
Butterflies abound
HAWLEY – Learn about the monarch butterfly life cycle with Ed Wesely at the PPL WELC Auditorium, 1:30 to 3 p.m. 570/251-6196.
Chicken barbecue
WESTBROOKVILLE – Westbrookville Fire Company pavilion, 4 to 6 p.m., $11. Take-out available. Reserve tickets at 845/754-7902.
Comedy show
MONTICELLO – John Tobin appears with upcoming comedians at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 7:30 p.m., $25. 866/777-GAME, ext. 423. Benefits Sullivan CASA.
DVO presents 'The Merry Widow'
NARROWSBURG – Comic opera at Tusten Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Adults $25, seniors $22, students $15. 845/252-7272.
'Festival of Wood' – thru August 9
MILFORD – Artist's booths, exhibits and demonstrations, children's programs and more at Grey Towers. 570/296-9630.
Joel Hill Sawmill open house
EQUINUNK – Sawing demonstrations at an authentic Civil War-era sawmill, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Leny Andrade performs
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Moon walk
DINGMANS FERRY – Join PEEC staff and enjoy a short hike under a moon-lit sky at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
Opening reception: 'Figure Show' – thru August 23
LAKE HUNTINGTON – Pottery, paintings, drawings, photography and mixed media at the Nutshell Art Center Gallery Annex until Aug. 23. Opening reception: August 8, 5 to 7 p.m. Gallery hours: Fri., Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 845/614-5456.
Stourbridge Lion anniversary open house
HONESDALE – Wayne County Historical Society event at 810 Main Street, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 570/253-5468.
Sustainable building talk & slideshow
LAKE ARIEL – Introduction to ecological design & building followed by a tour of a straw-clay walled house at Lacawac Sanctuary, 2 to 5 p.m. Members $10, non-members $12. 570/689-9494.
'What Once Was: Musical History'
HAWLEY – Join Van Wagner for a program about Pennsylvania's virgin wildlife and ecosystems at PPL WELC Auditorium, 7 to 8:30 p.m. 570/251-6196.
Wildflower music festival
WHITE MILLS – Stig Rossen performs at the Wildflower amphitheater, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m., $20 adults, $10 students 6-18 years. Lawn chairs/picnics welcome. 570/253-1185.
'The Many Splendored Songs of Sammy Fain'
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Sullivan Bicentennial celebration: cabaret show at Sullivan County Community College, 3 p.m. Suggested donation: $10, seniors $8. 845/926-4646.
Teen summer drama camp – thru August 15
HIGHLAND LAKE – Students work with NACL directors to create an original, contemporary version of Shakespeare's "MacBeth" with performance on last night. Rehearsals 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., lunch included, $350. Registration required, 845/557-0694.
Garden tour
REGION – Slow Food Upper Delaware Valley's 2nd annual Fork to Fork self-guided garden tour. Maps available July 8 at www.slowfoodupderiva.org
Alan Barrish lecture
MONTICELLO – Talk about an archeological dig in Tiberias, Israel at E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.
Bicentennial Education lecture series
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Marion Vassmer discusses her life and the 1969 Woodstock festival at SCCC, 1 p.m., free. 845/807-0437.
Lewis and Clark expedition presentation
NARROWSBURG – Historian Peter Osborne presents "An Evening with the Journals of Lewis and Clark" at Tusten Town Hall, 7 p.m.
O.A.R. performs
BETHEL – Special guest Matt Nathanson at Bethel Woods Cente for the Arts, doors open 6 p.m., concert 7 p.m. Tickets range from $20-$35. 800/745-3000.
Nuts over trees
DINGMANS FERRY – Learn how to identify local trees and nuts at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
DVO presents 'La Boheme'
NARROWSBURG – Giacomo Puccini's opera at Tusten Theatre, 7:30 p.m. Adults $25, seniors $22, students $15. 845/252-7272.
Event gallery performance
BETHEL – Richie Havens performs at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, doors open 7 p.m., show 8 p.m., $50. 800/745-3000.
Kevin Mahogany performs
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Catskill Mountain jazz series
HIGHMOUNT – Jay Leno's Band Leader Kevin Eubanks performs for Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Drumming workshop with Obi Kaye
DINGMANS FERRY – Hands-on introduction to world cultures using percussion instruments at Pocono Environmental Education Center on Aug. 30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Members $20, non-members $25. Register by Aug. 15. 570/828-2319.
Historical Society 'Starrucca'
EQUINUNK – Presented by author Bill Young at the Equinunk Historical Society Museum, 1 p.m.
'Macbeth' teen drama program
HIGHLAND LAKE – NACL actor-teachers work with teens to present an adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy at NACL Theatre, 7 p.m., Adults $8, students/seniors $5. 845/557-0694.
Medicinal plant walk
LAKE ARIEL – Join master herbalist Nathaniel Whitmore to learn aobut local plants as food and medicine at Lacawac Sanctuary, 2 p.m. Members $3, non-members $5. 570/689-9494.
Sustainable cleaning options
DINGMANS FERRY – Learn the best practices to clean your home while protecting water resources and your own health at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
'Waystock '09'
WAYMART – Bands, street vendors and "hippies" at Wayside Park, 12 noon to 8 p.m. 570/488-5225.
Wildflower music festival
WHITE MILLS – Steep Canyon Rangers performs at the Wildflower amphitheater, Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m., $20 adults, $10 students 6-18 years. Lawn chairs/picnics welcome. 570/253-1185.
DVO presents 'La Boheme'
NARROWSBURG – Giacomo Puccini's opera at Tusten Theatre, 3 p.m. Adults $25, seniors $22, students $15. 845/252-7272.
Audrey & Alfredo perform
MONTICELLO – Unforgettable performance of song at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 10 a.m. for lunch voucher, 1 p.m. show, $22 includes lunch in Winner's Circle Buffet. 845/794-4100, ext. 423.
Backyard poultry production
LAKE ARIEL – "EGG-actly What You Need to Know" PowerPoint presentation at Lacawac Sanctuary, 7 p.m. Members $3, non-members $5. 570/689-9494.
Bicentennial education series lecture
MONTICELLO – Sullivan County historian John Conway talks about the 1909 fire in Monticello at E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.
Comedy show
MONTICELLO – Ladies night out with Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 6:30 p.m., $15. 866/777-GAME, ext. 423. Benefits 2009 Autism Move-a-Thon of Orange County.
'Accomplice'
ELLENVILLE – Temple Sholom theatre night at Shadowland Theatre, $25, with pre-theatre dinner at Aroma Thyme Bistro. Reservations required, 845/647-3000.
Bernt Balchen Sons of Norway picnic
– GREENTOWN - Annual picnic at Promised Land Park Pavilion, 11 a.m. 570/685-1477.
'Act Up!' teen theater – thru August 22
LIVINGSTON MANOR – An original radio play at CAS Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., $10. 845/436-4227.
Bob Rosen Classic golf tournament
LIBERTY – Grossinger's Resort, registration and barbecue lunch, 11 a.m. Amateurs $175, professionals $100. Benefits United Way of Sullivan County. 845/794-1771.
Intergenerational Elderhostel – thru August 26
DINGMANS FERRY – For more information, visit www.elderhostel.org or call 877/436-8056.
Loggins and Messina perform
BETHEL – Special guest: Poco at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 8 p.m., doors open 7 p.m. Tickets range from $29-$89. 800/745-3000.
5k Run/walk
FORESTBURGH – Lake Joseph Community near the intersection of Rt. 42 and Lake Joseph's Road, 8:30 a.m. Pre-registration $18, same day registration $20, age 10 and under free. T-shirts, barbecue tickets and gift bags to first 150 paid registrants. Benefits Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties. 845/794-0611, ext. 12.
Botanical art workshop – thru August 23
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Study botanical drawing with graphite, watercolor pencil and watercolor at CAS Arts Center, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Members $125, non-members $140. Reservations required, 845/436-4227.
Comedy show
MONTICELLO – London Lee performs at Monticello Casino & Raceway, $25/$20. 866/777-GAME, ext. 423.
Forestburgh Day
FORESTBURGH – Fine artists, craftspeople, exhibitors/vendors at the Forestburgh Firehouse, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 845/794-0611, ext. 12.
Historical Society annual meeting
EQUINUNK – Equinunk Historical Society Museum, 12 noon.
Monarch program
HAWLEY – Join Ed Wesely to learn about the monarch life cycle and help tag early migrants at the Butterfly Barn, 10 a.m. 570/226-3164.
Steve Jacobi & 'Fiddlin' Around' perform
EQUINUNK – Equinunk Firehouse, 8 p.m. Benefits the Joel Hill Sawmill.
The Original Wailers perform
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
'Community Power' workshop
MONTICELLO – Basic steps for a community to lower its collective carbon footprint & control its own power at the Ted Stroebele Neighborhood Facility, 1 to 3 p.m. Free, open to the public. Pre-registration encouraged, 845/482-5400.
Golf tournament
LIBERTY – Join the Monticello Elks for a day of golf on The Monster at the Concord, 1 p.m. shotgun start. Refreshments, beverages, raffles, prizes and steak dinner at the Elk's lodge. Before Aug. 1 $80, after Aug. 1 $90. 845/794-7907 or 845/856-5341.
Uncle Rock's family party
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 1 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Golf tournament
HAWLEY – First Presbyterian Church hosts the 8th annual FPC Golf Tournament at Woodloch Springs, 7:30 a.m. registration, tee-off 10:30 a.m. 18 holes $85, 9 holes $65, lunch only $25. 570/685-2002 or 226-1327.
Canoe trip: 'Living Lightly on the Land'
DINGMANS FERRY – An introduction to overnight cano camping and more at Pocono Environmental Education Center on Sept. 11-13. Members $185, non-members $200. Register by Aug. 25. 570/828-2319.
'For the Trees' seminar
CALLICOON – Land stewardship workshop on "Crop Tree Management" at the Delaware Free Library, 7 p.m. Free, open to the public. 845/887-4040.
'A Man's Show!'
MONTICELLO – Everything a man has ever wanted or needed (vendors, workshops, activites, drink and food specials) will be in the HYPE room at Monticello Casino & Raceway, 5 to 8 p.m., free. 845/794-4100, ext. 656.
Bicentennial Education lecture series
MONTICELLO – Seth Goldman discusses the original silent movies in America at the E.B. Crawford Library, 7 p.m., free. 845/807-0437.
'Books on Bugs: Bees'
HAWLEY – Children ages 4-8 explore the world of bees combining reading and nature at PPL WELC Auditorium, 11 a.m. to 12 noon. 570-251-6196.
'For the Trees' seminar
JEFFERSONVILLE – Land stewardship workshop on "Crop Tree Management" at the Jeffersonvile Library, 7 p.m. Free, open to the public. 845/482-5350.
Color therapy
WURTSBORO – What color are you? at the Crystals Center, 6 p.m., $18. 845/888-2547.
Concert: B.B. King with Buddy Guy
BETHEL – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 8 p.m., door sopen 7 p.m. $70, $50 and $35. Tickets on sale Mar. 30. 800/745-3000.
'For the Trees' seminar
NARROWSBURG – Land stewardship workshop on "Crop Tree Management" at the Tusten-Cochecton Library, 7 p.m. Free, open to the public. 845/252-3360.
Seth Goldman lecture
MONTICELLO – Talk about early films made in and around Sullivan County at E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.
Religious school open house
MONTICELLO – Accepting applications for the 2009-2010 school year at Temple Sholom, 7 p.m. 845/794-8731.
Auction & dinner
LAKE ARIEL – Carriage House at Lacawac Sanctuary, 6 p.m., $35 in advance. Benefits Lacawac Sanctuary. 570/689-9494.
Concert: Brad Paisley
BETHEL – Special guests Dierks Bentley and Jimmy Wayne at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. 845/295-2420.
Controlling geese and deer
HAWLEY – Learn about the natural history and biology of geese and deer at PPL WELC Auditorium, 10 to 11:30 a.m. 570/251-6196.
Fiber festival
NARROWSBURG – Exhibits of raw & processed fibers, clothing, fiber arts & crafts, sheepskin products, and spinning & weaving supplies at Fort Delaware, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 845/856-7398.
Historical Society 'Pleasant Mount'
EQUINUNK – Presented by history major Anita McKenna-Murphy at the Equinunk Historical Society Museum, 1 p.m.
Mary Wilson of the Supremes performs
HIGHMOUNT – Bealleayre Music Festival at Bealleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 1344.
Peter Osborne program
PORT JERVIS – "Recipes of an Expedition: The Foodways of Lewis & Clark's Corp of Discovery 1803-1806" at Fort Decker. $2/individual, $5/family. 845/856-2375.
Bethel School open house
BERLIN TOWNSHIP – Wayne County Historical Society event, 1 to 4 p.m., special presentation 2 p.m., free. 570/253-5468.
Art exhibition: 'Deconstructing Spring'
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Elements of spring on display at The Outsider's Studio through July 12. 845/439-5677.
Art exhibition: Gioello & Poletayev
PORT JERVIS – Etchings and Venetian plaster on display through July 19 at Cedarwood Center for the Arts. 845/856-2307.
Art exhibition: 'Go Figure'
WURTSBORO – Work focusing on the human form at Red Eft Gallery through Aug. 1, Fri., Sat., & Sun. 845/888-2519.
Art exhibition: Lou N. Pontone
NARROWSBURG – Landscape art on display through July 27 at The River Gallery. 845/252-3238.
Art exhibition: 'View Points'
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Shared exhibition of works by Michael Clyde Johnson and Yeon Jin Kim at CAS Arts Center through Aug. 9. 845/436-4227.
Beginner Mah Jongg
EQUINUNK – Mondays at Manchester Community Library, 1 to 3 p.m. No experience/equipment necessary. 570/224-8500.
Bible school
BEACH LAKE – Every Wednesday at Beach Lake Free Methodist Church, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. All ages welcome. 570/729-8656.
Bicentennial Education movie series
HURLEYVILLE – Mondays at the Sullivan County Museum, 7 p.m., free. Discussion follows. 845/807-0437.
Bingo
HONESDALE – Every Tues. at Texas #4 Fire Company, 7 p.m. 570/253-0782.
Book discussion club meets
NARROWSBURG – Every third Thursday at the Tusten-Cochecton Library. 845/252-3360.
Breakfast
EQUINUNK – Third Sunday of each month at Pine Mill Community Hall, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m., $6, under 12 $3. 570/224-8500.
'Celebrate Recovery'
BEACH LAKE – 12-step program every Tuesday for addictions of any sort at Beach Lake Free Methodist Church, 7 p.m., free.
'Chess for Fun'
NARROWSBURG – Every Friday night at the Tusten-Cochecton Library, 6 to 8 p.m. 845/252-3360.
'Crazy About Crafting' club meets
ELDRED – Every other Friday at the Sunshine Hall Library, 3 p.m. 845/557-6258.
Farmers' festival
ROSCOE – Every Sun. on Old Route 17, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Farmers welcome to join at $10/spot. 607/498-4456.
'Fire! Fire! History of Firefighting in Wayne Co.'
HONESDALE – On display through the end of 2009 at the Wayne County Historical Society, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wed.-Sun. 570/253-5468.
First Fridays Contemporary Writers Series
NARROWSBURG – Casual, yet intense, encounter with professional writers and performers on the first Friday of each month at Tusten-Cochecton Library, open mic begins 7:30 p.m., sign-up 7 p.m. Free, open to the public. 845/252-3360, 887-4040 or 482-4350.
Fort Decker open
PORT JERVIS – June through Oct., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $2/individual, $5/family. 845/856-2375.
Free lunch, fellowship & entertainment
HAWLEY – Second & fourth Saturdays of each month at Hawley Good News Café of The First Presbyterian Church, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 570/226-4835.
Genealogy group meets
HONESDALE – Fourth Thurs. of each month at Wayne County Historical Society, 4:30 p.m. 570/253-3240.
Global bazaar
JEFFERSONVILLE – Monthly market featuring artisans, crafts, foods and vintage items every first Sunday through Sept. 6, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 845/482-3652.
Grey Towers open
MILFORD – 1886-French chateauesque mansion open 7 days/week, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., tours on the hour. Three-floor tour offered Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. 570/296-9672.
Historical Society museum open
EQUINUNK – Wed. & Fri. 2 to 4 p.m. from May 7-Oct. 31; Sat. 12 noon to 4 p.m. from Memorial Day-Columbus Day weekend; Sun. 12 noon to 4 p.m. in July & Aug. Gift shop open weekends. 570/224-8500.
J.O.Y. program for kids
BEACH LAKE – Free youth programs on Tuesdays as part of J.O.Y. (Jesus, Others Yourself) Program for kids. Preschoolers, 9 to 10 a.m.; grades 1-4, 10 to 11:30 a.m.; grades 5 and up, 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. Games, crafts, Bible story, snack and fun through July 28. 570/729-7011.
Janice Center open
JEFFERSONVILLE – Variety of classes available including portrait painting, musical instrument lessons, ballroom dancing, ballet, karate and more at the Janice Center. 845/482-3324.
Kiwanis Club of Delaware Valley meets
MILFORD – First, third and fourth Wednesdays of each month at Cliff Park Inn, 5:30 p.m. 570/390-9102, 296-3447 or 686-5415.
Lupus support group meets
HAWLEY – Every Wed. at Wallenpaupack Area High School, 4 p.m., free. 888/995-8787 or 570/226-4557, ext. 3016.
Master gardeners helpline
REGION – Garden helpline available for Wayne County residents every Tues., 10 a.m. to 12 noon through Aug. 570/253-5970, ext. 1614.
Meditation class
MILFORD – Six steps to a meaningful life on Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m. at Bodhi Bliss, $8/drop-in class. 845/856-9000.
Mid-week farmers' market
HONESDALE – Every Wed. at 1020 Main Street, 4 to 6 p.m. 570/937-9271.
Monster trout derby
LACKAWAXEN – Open to all anglers, prizes, no entry fee. Take your trout or tag to Angler's Roost for weigh-in or entry. Pre-registration required, 570/685-2010.
Museum at Bethel Woods open
BETHEL – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Advance tickets encouraged. 845/454-3388.
Neversink Valley Area Museum open
CUDDEBACKVILLE – Thurs. through Sun., 12 noon to 4 p.m. and by appointment. 845/754-8870.
Nutshell Art Center Gallery open
LAKE HUNTINGTON – Pottery, paintings, drawings, photography and mixed media at the Nutshell Art Center Gallery Annex. Gallery hours: Fri., Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Artists invited to participate, $60/show. 845/614-5456.
On the Mat open
MOUNTAINDALE – Variety of classes available including yoga, at On the Mat. Registration required, 845/866-7822.
Overeaters Anonymous meet
CALLICOON – Every Wed. at Holy Cross Church Rectory, 7 p.m., free. 845/482-5280.
Pakatakan Farmers' Market
ARKVILLE – Round Barn, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Saturday through mid-October. 845/586-3326.
Port Jervis Rotary Club meets
PORT JERVIS – Every Wed. at the Erie Restaurant, 12:15 p.m. 845/856-5325.
Renewable energy workshop
CALLICOON CENTER – Second Saturday of every month until Nov. 14 at Apple Pond Farm & Renewable Energy Education Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., $60/$70 at the door. Bring a bag lunch, beverages provided. Reservations preferred: renewableenergy@applepondfarm.com
Senior lunch
BUSHKILL – Lunch served Tues., Thurs. & Fri. at the Bushkill Senior Center, 12 noon. Donation $2.50, guests $3.50. Reservations required, 570/588-9923.
Senior lunch
LORDS VALLEY – Lunch served daily Mon.-Fri. at Blooming Grove Senior Center, 11:30 a.m. Donation $2.50, guests $3.50. Reservations required, 570/775-5550.
Senior lunch
LACKAWAXEN – Lunch served Mon., Wed. & Thurs. 12 noon at the Shohola Township Senior Center. Donation $2.50, guests $3.50. Reservations required, 570/685-7808.
Spring book sale
EQUINUNK – Third Sat. of every month through Nov. 21 at the Manchester Community Library, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. 570/224-4173 or 224-8500.
Story time
CALLICOON – Two Thursdays per month (call for exact dates) at the Delaware Free Library, 845/887-4040.
Story time
JEFFERSONVILLE – Every Saturday at Jeffersonville Library, 11 a.m. to 12 noon. 845/482-5350.
Sullivan County farmers' market
CALLICOON – Open Sundays, rain or shine, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Callicoon Creek Park through Nov. 29. 845/292-8202.
Sullivan County farmers' market
JEFFERSONVILLE – Every Thursday, rain or shine, in the Route 52 parking lot across from the US Post Office, 2 to 6 p.m. through Sept. 24. 845/292-8202.
'The Caboose' open
SHOHOLA – Every weekend, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 570/559-7670.
'The Star is Born' exhibit
CUDDEBACKVILLE – History of the movie star in America from Florence Lawrence and Valentino to Heath Ledger display until the end of Oct. at the Neversink Valley Area Museum, Thurs.-Sun., 12 noon to 4 p.m. 845/754-8870.
Town of Bethel Historical Museum open
KAUNEONGA LAKE – Open June through Sept., Fri., Sat. & Sun., across from the Kauneonga Lake community park. 845/292-9241 or 583-4350, ext. 11.
Vendors wanted
FORESTBURGH – The Forestburgh Day Committee is calling for fine artists, craftspeople, exhibitors/vendors for Aug. 22, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Forestburgh Firehouse. Free 10x10 space, 845/794-0611, ext. 12.
Wayne County farmers' market
HONESDALE – Trackside behind the Wayne County Visitors Center, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Sat. through Oct., rain or shine. 570/253-1960.
WCHS board of trustees meet
HONESDALE – Wayne County Historical Society board meets the third Thurs. of each month at the museum (except July at Bethel School, August at Farm Museum), 7 p.m. 570/253-5468.
Worship service
MONTICELLO – Kabbalat Shabbat on Friday evenings, 7:30 p.m.; Shacharit on Saturdays: morning blessings 9:30 a.m., formal worship service 10 a.m. at Temple Sholom. 845/924-8731.
Art exhibition: 'Catskill Impressions'
LIBERTY – Second annual unjuried show representing the Catskill area at The Catskill Artists Gallery until July 5. Gallery hours: Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun. 12 noon to 5 p.m. 845/292-0310.
Art exhibition: 'DIGIT'
NARROWSBURG – Digital media on display until July 4 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576.
Art exhibition: John Tomlinson
NARROWSBURG – Drawing/video on display until July 4 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576.
Art exhibition: 'Terminal Art'
MILFORD – Sculptor Tom Holmes and woodworker Larry Braverman on display at The ARTery through July 6.
Photo exhibition: 'The Golden Hour'
MILFORD – Scenic photographs by Thom O'Connor on display through July 5 at the Highlands Photographic Guild. 570/296-2440.
Country market
NARROWSBURG – Every Saturday, 3 to 6 p.m. in the library parking lot.
Sullivan County farmers' market
LIBERTY – Every Friday, rain or shine, in the Municipal parking lot on Darbee Lane, 3 to 6 p.m. through Oct. 9. 845/292-8202.
All-you-can-eat monthly breakfast
CLARYVILLE – Claryville Volunteer Fire Department, 7 a.m. to 12 noon on July 19, Aug. 16, Sept. 20, Oct. 18 & Nov. 22. Adults $7, 5-11 years $3, under 5 free. 845/985-7270.
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