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Art exhibition: 'ArtScene Exhibit' Ongoing
HONESDALE Connections' Magazine exhibit through Apr. 31 at The Hanson Gallery & Decorium. 570/253-2525.
Art exhibition: 'Expressions 2010' Ongoing
NARROWSBURG Art created by people with disabilities on display through Mar. 27 at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance. 845796-1350, ext. 1003.
Art exhibition: Hicho and Hobbs Ongoing
LORDS VALLEY Watercolors and landscapes on display at Chant Realtors through Mar. 30. 570/775-7337.
Art exhibition: 'Lost and Forgotten' Ongoing
NARROWSBURG Paintings and works on paper by Sara Conklin on display through Mar. 20 at Alliance Gallery. 845/252-7576.
Basic drawing for children and teens Ongoing
WURTSBORO Learn basic drawing concepts, gesture sketching and drawing exercises using graphite pencil, charcoal, and conte crayons at Red Eft Gallery on Saturdays, 12 noon to 2 p.m., $30/session. 845/888-2519.
Call for small works show entries Ongoing
LIBERTY All artists welcome to submit works up to 13 inches maximum for show opening Mar. 27 at the Catskill Artists Gallery. Work must be submitted by Mar. 21, $20 for up to five works. 845/292-0310.
Catskill Toastmasters meeting Ongoing
MONTICELLO Club meets second and fourth Wed. of each month at Sullivan ARC. catskilltoastmasters.org.
Family night Ongoing
FERNDALE Every Thurs. at Skater's World Roller Rink, 6 to 8 p.m., $4 includes skate rental. Bring non-perishable items for food pantry. 845/292-3288 or 985-7026.
Free tax preparation Ongoing
LACKAWAXEN Tax counselors available by appointment to low/middle income taxpayers through mid-April at the Lackawaxen Fire Department on Thurs., 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 570/775-5550.
Free tax preparation Ongoing
MATAMORAS Tax counselors available by appointment to low/middle income taxpayers through mid-April at Delaware Run Associates Senior Housing on Wed., 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 570/775-5550.
Free tax preparation Ongoing
BLOOMING GROVE Tax counselors available by appointment to low/middle income taxpayers through mid-April at the Blooming Grove Senior Center on Mon., Wed. and Fri., 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 570/775-5550.
Introduction to Buddhism Ongoing
GLEN SPEY Eight-week course exploring Buddha, Karma, past and future lives, meditation and more at the Kadampa Meditation Center on Thursdays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (no class on 3/4 or 3/25). $10/class or $70/series. 845/856-9000.
Jeff Bank 2011 photo calendar contest Ongoing
REGION Submit up to four horizontal color images for Jeff Bank's 2011 calendar through Apr. 16. Application form required. Entry fee: $5. www.jeffbank.com or 845/436-4227.
Liberty Rotary Club rose sale Ongoing
LIBERTY Dozen multi-colored roses boxed, $16. Order by Mar. 22 for delivery Apr. 1. 845/292-8253 or 292-4550.
Middle Eastern dance class Ongoing
HONESDALE Every Mon. with professional dancer and instructor Sabah at Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, 6 to 7:30 p.m., free.
'Spayday' raffle Ongoing
HONESDALE Dessin Animal Shelter hosts a raffle for multiple spay surgical procedures through Apr. 6. Tickets: $3 or 2 for $5 available at Dessin Animal Shelter, The Cat’s Pajamas, Snips N Tails and other locations. 570/253-4037.
Art exhibition: 'Shifting Perspectives' thru March 14
LIVINGSTON MANOR Works by Christine Gedeon and Joel Edwards on display through Mar. 14 at CAS Arts Center. 845/436-4227.
Blood drive
HARRIS Catskill Regional Medical Center, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 800/432-8045.
Blood drive
MILFORD American Legion Post 139, 12 noon to 6 p.m. 800/432-8045.
Brown bag check
HONESDALE Stephen's Pharmacy holds a brown bag check at the Honesdale Senior Center, 570/253-4262.
Fall soccer season registration thru April 10
CALLICOON Open registration for ages 4-18 years at the Callicoon Town Hall on Mar. 10: 5 to 7:30 p.m.; Mar. 13: 9 to 11:30 a.m.; Apr. 10: 9 to 11:30 a.m. $35/child, $30/full uniform. 845/482-5245.
Practical Buddhism thru April 14
MILFORD "The Measure of a Successful Life" with Buddhist nun Kelsang Chokyi at The Emerson House at the Hotel Fauchere on Wednesdays through Apr. 14, 7 to 8:30 p.m., $8/drop-in class. 845/856-9000.
Brown bag check
HAMLIN Stephen's Pharmacy holds a brown bag check at the Hamlin Senior Center, 570/253-4262.
Budget workshop thru March 25
ELDRED Eldred Central School board of education holds budget workshops open to the public on Mar. 11, 18 and 25 at the Junior/Senior High School, 7:30 p.m. 845/856-1100.
Classes
LIBERTY Liberty Fitness Center holds the following classes open to everyone (except noted): Mon.: Zumba, 5:15 p.m.; Tues.: Zumba, 8:45 a.m.; Yoga/Pilates, 6 p.m.; Wed.: Belly Fit Dancing, 5:30 p.m.; Line Dancing, 6:45 p.m.; Thurs.: Group Training, 5:40 p.m.; Mon., Wed. and Thurs.: Silver Sneakers (open to any senior), 10 a.m.; Sat.: Indoor Cardio Biking, 8:45 a.m. 845/292-0756.
Retirement planning program series
LIBERTY The third of a three-part series on farm succession planning at Cornell Cooperative Extension. Registration required, 845/292-6180.
Blood drive
LIBERTY Liberty Masonic Lodge, 12:45 to 6:30 p.m. Free hot meal and green t-shirt. 800/432-8045.
Cub and Boy Scout weekend thru March 14
CLARYVILLE Indoor and outdoor adventure for Cub and Boy Scouts at Frost Valley YMCA, check-in 5 p.m. Registration required, 845/985-2291.
Food pantry
NEWFOUNDLAND St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church, 1 to 3 p.m. Emergency need: 570/676-3482.
'Grease' thru March 14
LAKE HUNTINGTON Sullivan West High School, Fri. and Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. General admission $7, seniors free-will offering. 845/932-8401, ext. 2151.
Last black and whites
DINGMANS FERRY Join PEEC touring the National Recreation Area with cameras to visit many historic sites on Mar. 19-21, $175 includes two nights lodging and six meals. Perfect for black and white photographs. RSVP by Mar. 12: 570/828-2319.
Open mic-n-jam thru March 26
BEACH LAKE White Owl Steakhouse on Mar. 12, 19 and 26. All acts welcome. 570/470-3732.
St. Patrick's Day kids dance
HAWLEY For grades 1-5 in the Wallenpaupack North Primary gym, 6 to 8 p.m., $5. Prizes, face painting, refreshments.
Wonky Tonk Book Club meets
LIVINGSTON MANOR Book discussion of "So Damn Much Money: The Triumph of Lobbying and the Corrosion of American Government" by Robert Kaiser at Hamish & Henry Booksellers, 6:30 p.m. 845/439-8029.
4-H Rough Riders Horse Club meeting
BUSHKILL Pocono Ranchlands Stable, 11 a.m. 570/296-3400.
AARP driver safety program
SOUTH FALLSBURG Eight-hour course for discount on auto insurance at the South Fallsburg Community Center, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. AARP members $12, non-members $14. Registration and pre-payment required, 845/434-5311 or 434-8922.
Aglow International meeting
YOUNGSVILLE Aglow International Liberty Lighthouse breakfast meeting at the United Reformed Church, 9 a.m., $4. Reservations required, 845/439-3794.
Catskill Nordic Ski Club trip
REGION Informal, guided cross-country ski trip, 1:30 p.m. 845/796-3336.
Chinese brush painting and sumi'e thru March 14
LIVINGSTON MANOR Weekend workshop learning techniques and philosophy of Chinese brush painting at CAS Arts Center, Sat. 10 a.m. to 11 noon, Sun. 1 to 3 p.m. Members $50, non-members $60. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
Corned beef and cabbage dinner
YULAN Yulan Firehouse, 5 to 8 p.m. Adults $10, children under 12 $5. 845/557-8431.
Corned beef and cabbage dinner
CLARYVILLE Claryville Volunteer Fire Department, 4 to 8 p.m. Adults $8.50, ages 5-11 $5, under 5 free. 845/985-7270.
'Forestry Tax and Estate Planning Issues'
HAWLEY Designed to help landowners understand forestry and estate tax at the PPL Environmental Learning Center, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Snow date: Mar. 20. Reservations required, 570/226-3164.
Open mic-n-jam
HAMLIN Bennoco's Beef-N-Brew, all acts welcome. 570/470-3732.
Pet adoption
HONESDALE Animals from the Dessin Animal Shelter will be available for adoption at Dave's Super Duper, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 570/253-4037.
Square dance fundraiser
HONESDALE Parents of Girl Scout Troop 484 sponsor a square dance with the Uphill String Band at Grace Episcopal Church, 7 to 10 p.m. Suggested donation: $8/person, $15/family.
St. Patrick's ballroom/swing dance party
LIBERTY Complimentary lesson with Jackie Horner and dessert/coffee at Liberty Fitness Center, 7:30 p.m. 845/292-0756.
Story time
MILFORD Join Clifford, the Big Red Dog for story time at the Ann Street School, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Also a scholastic book fair will be held, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Clifford will be available for book signing. 570/296-6124.
Tricky tray
PORT JERVIS Business and Professional Women's Club of Port Jervis hold their annual tricky tray at the Port Jervis High School, doors open 12 noon, calling 2 p.m., free admission. Snow date: Mar. 14. 845/858-7892 or 856-5551.
Basha Kill tour
DINGMANS FERRY Tour the Basha Kill and explore magnificent wildlife management area from PEEC on Mar. 21, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., $35. RSVP by Mar. 14: 570/828-2319.
Christian choralier
COLD SPRING Randy Simpson performs at the Cold Spring Chapel, 11 a.m. Roast beef dinner follows in the fellowship hall. 570/253-4033.
'For the Love of Beauty'
BEACH LAKE Poet and essayist Tom Lisenbee presentation at the morning service of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at the Berlin Township Community Center, 10:15 a.m. Refreshments. 845/252-6626.
God questions sessions thru March 28
MILFORD John Babbitts leads discussion of questions relating to God on Mar. 14, 21 and 28 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 3 to 5 p.m., free. 973/293-3009.
Irish dinner
BEACH LAKE Beach Lake Volunteer Fire Hall, 1 to 4 p.m., $15. The Fiddlin' Around group performs. 570/729-8610.
Maple sugar house hike
CLARYVILLE See the maple syrup process from start to finish at Frost Valley YMCA, 1 to 4 p.m., free. Meet at the Frost Valley Administration building parking lot. Registration required, 845/985-2291, ext. 397.
Pancake breakfast
LIBERTY Liberty Ambulance Building, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adults $7, ages 5-10 $5, under 4 free. Benefits Corridor Project. 845/292-5807.
St. Patrick's all-day party
WURTSBORO Saint Joseph's Church, doors open after 11 a.m. Mass. Food and music begin 1 p.m., BYOB, $15. 845/794-2288 or 888-4087.
St. Patrick's dinner
LORDS VALLEY Blooming Grove Township Volunteer Fire Department #25, 1 to 5 p.m. 570/775-7355.
Yoga, meditation and massage thru March 19
CLARYVILLE Frost Valley YMCA's Straus Center Inn, check in 5 p.m. Registration required, 800/454-5768.
Beginner beekeeping online class
REGION "Fall and Summer Management" live web-based seminar, 12 noon. Must register at fps.psu.edu/. 570/296-3400.
Pond and lake workshop
HAWLEY Overview of lake and pond management and restoration at PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center on Mar. 27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $25 includes breakfast. RSVP by Mar. 15: 570/251-6196.
Bird program
HAWLEY The Lackawaxen River Conservancy hosts Barbara Leo and Katharine Dodge of the Audubon Society for a program on the region’s birds at the PPL Learning Center, 7 p.m. All are invited. 570/685-7633.
Blood drive
HONESDALE Lemnitzer Armory, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. 800/448-3543.
Environmental Preservation Committee
YOUNGSVILLE Meeting at Catskill Mountainkeeper, 7 p.m. 845/482-4997.
Fredonia Chamber Singers perform
MONTICELLO Folk, jazz and Broadway favorites in the Monticello High School auditorium, 7:30 p.m., free (donations welcome). 845/794-8840, ext. 10993.
Upper Delaware Mushroom Society meeting
HONESDALE First meeting at Honesdale Wellness Center, 7 p.m. Come help organize the club. 570/253-6621, ext. 4.
4-H Paw Partners meeting
LORDS VALLEY Seeing Eye Puppy Raising Club meets at the Blooming Grove Fire Hall, 6:30 to 8 p.m. 570/296-3400.
Blood drive
LAKE ARIEL Saint Thomas More parish Hall, 1 to 6 p.m. Homemade goodies for all donors. 800/448-3543.
Long Term Care Council meeting
MONTICELLO Legislative Committee Room, Government Center, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Open to the public. 845/807-0257.
'Preserving Health, Preventing Illness'
JEFFERSONVILLE Georg A. Wootan, MD speaks at the First Lutheran Church on Mar. 20, 1 to 4 p.m., free. Space is limited. RSVP by Mar. 17: 845/887-5308 or 887-6806.
4-H Milford Knitting Society Club meeting
MILFORD Pike County Cooperative Extension office, 4 to 5 p.m. 570/296-3400.
Adoption informational meeting
NARROWSBURG Learn about interstate adoption of children through internet searching, placement of older children and teens, and infant and international adoption at at 118 Cushetunk Drive, 7 p.m. 845/252-7198.
Emerald ash borer webinar
REGION "Helping Communities Prepare for and Live with EAB" web-based program, 11 a.m., free. Must register at: emeraldashborer.info/eab_university.cfm. 570/296-3400.
Food pantry
DAMASCUS Damascus Township Building, 1 to 3 p.m. Emergency need: 570/224-4217.
Food pantry
LAKEWOOD Lake Como Community Hall, 1 to 3 p.m. Emergency need: 570/798-2859.
JEMS meeting
JEFFERSONVILLE Jefersonville Enhances More of Sullivan meets upstairs the Village Hall, 7 p.m. 845/482-3731.
Natural gas webinar
REGION "The Impact of Marcellus Shale: What Do the Economic Impact Studies Imply?" web-based educational program, 1 to 2 p.m. Must register online: naturalgas.extension.psu.edu/Events.htm. 570/296-3400.
Woodloch Pines bus trip
REGION Wayne County Senior Center's bus trip outing. Call Pat or Lorrie for more information: 570/253-4262.
'Cinderella' thru March 20
ELDRED Rodger and Hammersetein's play performed by the Eldred Central School Performing Arts Club in the Eldred Central School gymnasium, 7 p.m. Tickets available at the door. 845/856-1100.
Girl Scout eco challenge thru March 21
CLARYVILLE Learn about and enjoy outdoor environment safety at Frost Valley YMCA, 845/985-2291.
Remembering the fallen
HONESDALE Join Waynepeace in reading the names of US servicemen and women who have died in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars in Central Park, 4 p.m. 570/251-3637.
Rock Ridge Ranchers 4-H Club meeting
DINGMANS FERRY Rock Ridge Ranch, 6:30 to 8 p.m. 570/296-3400.
Volunteer recruitment fair thru March 20
HONESDALE Find out what agencies in the area have to offer, what their needs are and volunteer opportunities at the Wayne County Area Agency on Aging office, Fri. 4 to 6:30 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. www.co.wayne.pa.us.
Celtic duo performs
THOMPSON Matthew McAllister and Aislin Agnew perform in The Marian Chapel, Marywood Univeristy, 8 p.m. General admission $15, members/students $10. 570/756-3347.
Equinox extravaganza
DINGMANS FERRY Shake the frost off from the long winter at PEEC. Orienteer for signs of spring and plant seeds to bring home, $5. Snacks served. 570/828-2319.
Film: 'Under our Skin'
HAWLEY The hidden story of Lyme Disease at Lacawac Sanctuary, 2 to 4 p.m., free. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Snow date: Mar. 21. 570/689-9494 or 253-7076.
Grover Herman Hospital Auxiliary meeting
CALLICOON Grover Herman Hospital cafeteria, 1:30 p.m. 845/932-8487.
Home show thru March 21
MILFORD Pike County Builders Association home show at Delaware Valley High School, Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 570/296-5589.
Indoor flea market thru March 21
LIVINGSTON MANOR Masonic Hall, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 845/439-3938 or 439-4415.
Maple sugar house hike thru March 21
CLARYVILLE See the maple syrup process from start to finish at Frost Valley YMCA, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., free. Registration required, 845/985-2291.
Open mic-n-jam
HONESDALE Paulie's Hot Dogs, all acts welcome. 570/470-3732.
Opening reception: 'At 85' thru April 25
LIVINGSTON MANOR Works by Douglas Craft and Elizabeth Harms on display through Apr. 25 at CAS Arts Center. Opening reception and artists' talk: Mar. 20, 1 to 4 p.m. 845/436-4227.
Plan your garden day
DINGMANS FERRY What should I plant? When should I plant? Learn the answers to these questions and more at PEEC, 1 to 3 p.m., free. 570/828-2319.
Scott Ainslie performs thru March 21
NORTH BRANCH Music at The Old North Branch Inn on Mar. 20, 8 p.m., and Mar. 21, 3 p.m. $12 in advance, $15 at the door; blues and acoustic guitar workshop on Mar. 20, 3 to 5 p.m., $35 (reservations required). jillskitchen.com/riverfolk.
Self-guided maple tour thru March 21
WAYNE COUNTY List of area maple producers with directions and map available at wayneconservation.org for touring on Mar. 21 and 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 570/253-0930 or 253-5970.
Spring dance
LIBERTY Ballroom, salsa and swing at the Liberty Elks Lodge #1545, 7 to 10:30 p.m., $10 includes lesson with Jackie Horner and snacks. Cash bar. 845/292-6208 or 292-3434.
'Spring Sing' concert
EQUINUNK Family sing-along at the Pine Mill Community Hall, 2 to 5 p.m., $5/person; $10/family. Refreshments. 570/224-6722.
'Thank You' wine and cheese reception
MILFORD The Pike County Historical Society invites the public to a reception to thank sponsors who helped preserve 23 original WWII posters, 4 p.m., free. 570/96-8126.
'Viva Las Vegas Casino Night'
TAFTON Wayne County Chamber event featuring Elvis' lost brother at Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort, 6:30 p.m., $55. RSVP: 570/253-1960.
Bowl-a-thon
KIAMESHA LAKE Hosted by Frost Valley YMCA at Kiamesha Lanes. Benefits Campership Program. Registration required, 845/985-2291, ext. 208.
'Farm to Market Connection'
LIBERTY Farmer-to-business conference at the CVI Building, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Panel discussions, workshops, lunch and tradeshow for farmers and buyers, $25. 607/865-7090.
Greg Hicho lecture
ELDRED Watercolor portrait artist at Sunshine Hall Free Library, 2 to 4 p.m., free. Refreshments. 845/557-6258.
'Medieval Spring Holidays Roundtable'
HAWLEY Discussion on how people living in the Medieval period celebrated Lent, Easter and other holidays at the Hawley Borough Building, 2 p.m. Also Ukranian egg-making lesson. Canton of Riverouge meeting to follow. renn.thomas@yahoo.com.
Weekend of Chamber Music concert
HORTONVILLE "Bold Baroque: Secrets from a Musical Volcano!" at the Hortonville Presbyterian Church, 2:30 p.m., $20 at the door, students 18 and under free. info@wcmconcerts.org.
Art of Sumi painting thru March 23
HONESDALE Two-day workshop at The Hanson Gallery, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pre-registration required, 570/253-2525.
Open house thru March 26
LIBERTY Light and Life Christian School is accepting applications for the 2010/2011 school year. Learn more by appointment at the open house through Mar. 26, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 845/292-4360.
Roast beef dinner
PORT JERVIS Drew United Methodist Church, 4:30 to 7 p.m. Adults $10, under 10 $5. Take-out available. 845/856-3423.
4-H Bowmasters 4-H Club meeting
MILFORD Archery Adventures, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. 570/296-3400.
'Chefs Do Dinner'
SHOHOLA Chefs from local restaurants serving delicious dishes from their menus at the Best Western Inn at Hunt's Landing, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., $85. Benefits the Center for Developmental Disabilities. 570/296-3992, ext. 64.
Pond and lake management workshop
HAWLEY An overview of lake and pond ecology and management on Mar. 27 at the PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $25 includes continental breakfast, lunch and informational materials. RSVP by Mar. 23: 570/296-3400.
Food pantry
LAKEVILLE Paupack Township Municipal Building, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Emergency need: 570/352-6177.
GHP business seminar
HONESDALE Tips and techniques for financing your business in the large group room, lower level of Wayne Bank, 7 to 9 p.m., free. Registration required, 570/253-5492.
'Meatout 2010'
HAMLIN Marg Stein presents "Eat for Life-Live Vegan" at the Hamlin Senior Center. 570/253-4262.
'Hearts and Hammers for Habitat'
TAFTON Dinner dance to benefit Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County at Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort, 6:30 to 11:30 p.m., $35. 570/251-7741.
Pizza sale
HONESDALE Large, unbaked cheese pizza for sale to benefit Bethany Presbyterian Church. Drive-up service at Hose #1 Fire Station, 3 to 6 p.m., $10. 570/253-0782.
Women's wellness weekend thru March 28
CLARYVILLE Workshop and activities aimed at providing relaxation and improved well-being at Frost Valley YMCA, check-in 5 p.m. Registration: 845/985-2291, ext. 205.
Boy Scout weekend thru March 28
DINGMANS FERRY Webelos and Boy Scouts work on badges and advancement at PEEC, $99 includes one night lodging and three meals. RSVP early: 570/828-2319.
Home and hobby show thru March 28
MONTICELLO Demonstrations and activities at Monticello High School, Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.catskills.com.
Maple sugar house hike thru March 28
CLARYVILLE See the maple syrup process from start to finish at Frost Valley YMCA, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., free. Registration required, 845/985-2291.
Opening reception: 'A Baker's Dozen' thru May 9
LIBERTY Small works exhibition at the Catskill Artists Gallery through May 9. Opening reception: Mar. 27, 4 to 8 p.m. 845/292-0310.
Safe Haven book sale
MILFORD First annual used book sale at the American Legion, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Benefits Pike County High School scholarship. 570/296-2827.
WCAA writing seminar
HONESDALE "The Art of Critique Without Brutality" at the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce, 2 to 4 p.m. RSVP: 570/253-6850.
Woodcock watch
LAKE ARIEL Indoor presentation and walk to nearby woodcock singing grounds at Lacawac Sanctuary, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Bring binoculars. Members $3, non-members $5, under 12 free. Registration required, 570/689-9494.
Adventure trip: Best Friends thru April 3
CLARYVILLE Travel to Kanab, Utah to work with Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. Walk dogs, clean animal cages, learn about pit bulls and feline friends, and complete general service work. See the Grand Canyon's northern rim on a day off. Check in at Frost Valley YMCA, 5 p.m., $1050. Registration required: 845/985-2291.
Beginning expressive watercolor
WURTSBORO Six-session course of combining paint and water at Red Eft Gallery on Tues., Apr. 6-May 11, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., $180. RSVP by Mar. 28. 845/888-2519.
Chicken barbeque
JEFFERSONVILLE Jeffersonville Fire Department, 1 to 4 p.m., $8. Tickets available from any Jeffersonville fireman. 845/482-4619.
Summer camp open house
CLARYVILLE Tours and information about summer camp at Frost Valley YMCA, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 845/985-2291, ext. 301.
Beginner beekeeping online class
REGION "Fall and Summer Management" live web-based seminar, 12 noon. Must register at fps.psu.edu/. 570/296-3400.
Spring break camp thru April 5
CLARYVILLE Frost Valley YMCA activities include hikes, maple syrup tour, games, incredible edible, candle making, climbing and a beach party, $175 includes bus to Kingston YMCA, lunch and snacks. Registration required, 845/985-2291, ext. 305.
Financial benefits of land conservation
LIBERTY Learn how to keep cherished lands in the family and protect the landscape in perpetuity at the Liberty Senior Center, 7 to 9 p.m., free, open to the public. RSVP: 845/807-0535.
Football and cheerleading sign-ups
HAWLEY Junior Buckhorn sign-up at Wallenpaupack North Primary School with mandatory parents meeting, 6 p.m., $80. Also flag football registration, $40.
Financial benefits of land conservation
HAWLEY Learn how to keep cherished lands in the family and protect the landscape in perpetuity at the PPL Environmental Learning Center, 7 to 9 p.m. RSVP: 570/226-3164.
Water webinar
REGION "Managing Your Pond or Lake" web-based informational seminar, 12 noon to 1 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m., free. Must register at water.cas.psu.edu/webinars.htm. 570/296-3400.
Girl Scout weekend
DINGMANS FERRY Juniors, Seniors and Cadettes work on badges and advancement at PEEC on Apr. 10-11, $99 includes one night lodging and three meals. Register by Apr. 1: 570/828-2319.
Spring waterfall tour
DINGMANS FERRY Join PEEC and travel to some magnificent waterfalls on Apr. 10, 1 to 5 p.m., $25. RSVP by Apr. 1: 570/828-2319.
Book launch and reading
NARROWSBURG Mary Olmsted Greene signs "Women Outside: Conversations" at Beaverbrook Cottage, doors open 4 p.m., free. Food, drink and dancing follow reading and book signing. Bring a bottle or dish to share. 845/252-7506.
'Wildlife and the Plants They Love to Hate'
REGION "Deer Resistant Plants" live web-based educational program at 12 noon and 7 p.m. Must register at http://rnrext.cas.psu.edu/PAForestWeb/. 570/296-3400.
Family works weekend thru April 11
CLARYVILLE Frost Valley YMCA, check-in 5 p.m. Registration: 845/985-2291, ext. 301.
'Lemonade Lessons for Life'
LOCH SHELDRAKE 14th Annual Women's Conference on Apr. 17 at Sullivan County Community College. $20 by Apr. 9, $25 after Apr. 9. 845/434-5750, ext. 4472.
Rummage sale thru April 10
LIBERTY St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Fri. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. to 12 noon.
Fish fry
DINGMANS FERRY Fish fry dinner celebrates the opening of fishing season at PEEC on Apr. 17, 4 to 6 p.m., $14, ages 10 and under $7. RSVP by Apr. 10: 570/828-2319.
'Living with Wildlife'
LAKE ARIEL What to do to prevent wildlife conflicts on your property at Lacawac Sanctuary, 2 p.m. Members $3, non-members $5, under 12 free. RSVP: 570689-9494.
Play: 'Pinkalicious'
MIDDLETOWN SUNY Orange Apprentice Players perform a pair of shows based upon the children's book in Orange Hall Theatre on the college campus, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. General admission $14; seniors, faculty, staff and alumni $10; students $6. 845/341-4787.
Adventure trip: Best Friends thru April 17
ABRAHAMSVILLE Travel to Kanab, Utah to work with Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. Walk dogs, clean animal cages, learn about pit bulls and feline friends, and complete general service work. See the Grand Canyon's northern rim on a day off. Check in at Frost Valley YMCA, 5 p.m., $1050. Registration required: 845/985-2291.
Chicken barbeque
HONESDALE Take-out drive-up service at Texas #4 Fire Company, 12 noon to 3 p.m., $8.50. 570/253-0782.
Model train show and sale
HAWLEY Hawley Firehouse, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., adults $3, under 12 free with paid admission. Refreshments. Benefits Hawley Fire Dept. 570/226-3206.
Sunday for singles hike
DINGMANS FERRY Meet people and enjoy nature during PEEC’s Sun. hike, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, free. 570/828-2319.
'Cultivating Mushrooms at Home'
LAKE ARIEL Learn how to grow, use and identify mushrooms with herbalist Nathaniel Whitmore on Apr. 23-24 at Lacawac Sanctuary. Members $110, non-members $120, non-lodging rates available. RSVP by Apr. 13: 570689-9494.
Lyme disease webinar
REGION "Live" web-based educational program for forest owners, extension educators and natural resource professionals, 12 noon and 7 p.m., free. Registration required, 570/296-3400.
Short story discussion
MONTICELLO "For Esme - with Love and Squalor" by J.D. Salinger will be discussed at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. 845/794-4660.
Volunteer work party
LAKE ARIEL Group effort to clean and freshen-up the historic Lodge, Ice house and Carriage House at Lacawac Sanctuary, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. RSVP: 570689-9494.
Earth Day overnight
DINGMANS FERRY An extended Earth Day Celebration at PEEC on Apr. 24-25, $90 includes one night lodging and two meals. RSVP by Apr. 15: 570/828-2319.
Girl Scout environmental health weekend thru April 18
CLARYVILLE Earn badges and learn how to be kind to nature at Frost Valley YMCA, 845/985-2291.
Amphibian egg search
DINGMANS FERRY Join us to search for salamander eggs in breeding pools at PEEC, 1 to 3 p.m., $5. 570/828-2319.
Deacons spring craft fair
HAWLEY First Presbyterian Church, $2. Door prizes, bake sale.
Healthy kids day
CLARYVILLE Frost Valley YMCA, 1 to 4 p.m. 845/985-2291.
'Kick-It-Up' martial arts demonstration
SEELYVILLE Demonstration at the Seelyville Fire Company, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., free. Fundraising via refreshments, raffles and bake sale to benefit Dessin Animal Shelter. 570/647-6446.
Pike-Wayne Earth Day festival
HAWLEY Learn about various environmental and conservation organizations in our community at PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., free, open to the public. 570/251-6196.
Volunteer day: spring cleaning
DINGMANS FERRY Calling all volunteers! The long winter has left our yard a mess. Help us clean up around PEEC, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meal provided. 570/828-2319.
Breakfast
LORDS VALLEY Blooming Grove Township Volunteer Fire Department #25, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 570/775-7355.
Peeper search
DINGMANS FERRY Find and listen for vocal amphibians at PEEC, 7 to 9 p.m., $5. 570/828-2319.
Summer camp open house
CLARYVILLE Tours and information about summer camp at Frost Valley YMCA, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 845/985-2291.
Tumbling waters hike
DINGMANS FERRY PEECs premiere hiking trail to our waterfalls, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, free. 570/828-2319.
Spring break horse camp thru April 23
CLARYVILLE Covers all aspects of the equestrian world at Frost Valley YMCA. 845/985-2291.
Spring quilting weekend thru April 25
CLARYVILLE Personalized instruction with quilting experts and other activities at Frost Valley YMCA, check-in 5 p.m. Registration: 845/985-2291.
'An Evening with Great Big Sea'
BETHEL Event Gallery series featuring Celtic rock at Bethel Woods, 8 p.m. $38 in advance, $43 day of show. Doors open 7 p.m. 800/745-3000.
Dessin's duck derby
HONESDALE Rubber duckies race along the Dyberry River from the Wayne County Fairgrounds Covered Bridge to Apple Grove Picnic Area, 12 noon to 3 p.m. Ducks available to race for variable fees. Rain date: Apr. 25. 570/647-0239.
Earth Day celebration
DINGMANS FERRY Hands-on learning stations, green building vendors, crafts, food and other fun activities at PEEC, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $4/car. 570/828-2319.
Earth Day community event
CLARYVILLE A fun day with an all-natural theme at Frost Valley YMCA, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 845/985-2291.
Earth Day hike
CLARYVILLE Join Frost Valley YMCA's natural resources and environmental services department and gain an appreciation for nature at Frost Valley YMCA, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Registration: 845/985-2291, ext. 397.
Spring nature walk
LAKE ARIEL Guided walk through Lacawac Sanctuary to observe plants and animals, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Members $3, non-members $5, under 12 free. RSVP: 570689-9494.
Downtown Haley Partnership meeting
HAWLEY Supper and annual report-style presentation of DHP's accomplishments in the Great Hall of the Hawley United Methodist Church, 6 p.m. 570/226-4064.
Spring peeper walk
LAKE ARIEL Guided twilight walk to search for spring peepers at Lacawac Sanctuary, 2 p.m. Members $3, non-members $5, under 12 free. Bring a flashlight. RSVP: 570689-9494.
Jay Ungar and Molly Mason perform
NARROWSBURG Acoustic duo at Tusten Theatre, 8 p.m., $22. 845/252-7272.
Talent show benefit
HIGHLAND LAKE A rollicking and eclectic talent show at NACL Theatre to celebrate the 2010 season, 8 p.m. 845/557-0694.
Warbler weekend I
DINGMANS FERRY Enjoy guided hikes with experienced field leaders at PEEC on May 7-9, $195 includes two nights lodging and six meals. RSVP by May 1: 570/828-2319.
Wildflower walk
DINGMANS FERRY Guided walk by local wildflower expert Josie D'Alessandro at PEEC, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, free. 570/828-2319.
Big sit and barbeque
DINGMANS FERRY Sit and enjoy the beginning of spring migration at PEEC, 8 a.m. to 12 noon, free. Bring a comfortable chair and binoculars. BBQ lunch available. 570/828-2319.
Tricky tray fundraiser
TAFTON Benefits Pennies From Heaven, Caleb's Foundation at Ehrhardt's Waterfront Restaurant, 12 noon to 3 p.m. www.calebspennies.org.
'Wildlife and the Plants They Love to Hate'
REGION "Native Plants" live web-based educational program at 12 noon and 7 p.m. Must register at http://rnrext.cas.psu.edu/PAForestWeb/. 570/296-3400.
Budget hearing and meet the candidate night
ELDRED Eldred Central High School, 7 p.m. 845/856-1100.
Crazy quilting
DINGMANS FERRY A weekend of quilting and friendly company at PEEC on May 14-16, $200 includes two nights lodging and six meals. RSVP by May 7: 570/828-2319.
Digital weekend in the Poconos
DINGMANS FERRY Photographer/teacher Raymond Klass will bring a spark to your creativity at PEEC on May 14-16, $250. Bring a laptop with Photoshop, CS, CS2 or CS3 installed (optional). RSVP by May 7: 570/828-2319.
'Just Us Girls' horsemanship weekend thru May 9
CLARYVILLE Covers all aspects of the equestrian world plus other activities at Frost Valley YMCA. Registration: 845/985-2291.
Mothers Day weekend thru May 9
CLARYVILLE Bring mom and enjoy a host of family-oriented activities at Frost Valley YMCA, check-in 5 p.m. Registration: 845/985-2291.
Cowboy Junkies perform
BETHEL Event Gallery series featuring country music at Bethel Woods, 8 p.m. $45 in advance, $50 day of show. Doors open 7 p.m. 800/745-3000.
Native plant sale
DINGMANS FERRY Chose from a variety of native flowers, shrubs and grasses to beautify your garden at PEEC, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 570/828-2319.
Sunday for singles hike
DINGMANS FERRY Meet people and enjoy nature during PEEC’s Sun. hike, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, free. 570/828-2319.
Aikido classes
HONESDALE Twice weekly on Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., and Thursdays, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m., at the Himalayan Institute Main Street, members $7/class, non-members $10/class. 570/647-1550.
Art exhibition: 'ArtScene Exhibit'
HONESDALE Connections' Magazine exhibit through Apr. 31 at The Hanson Gallery & Decorium. 570/253-2525.
Art exhibition: 'Expressions 2010'
NARROWSBURG Art created by people with disabilities on display through Mar. 27 at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance. 845796-1350, ext. 1003.
Art exhibition: Hicho and Hobbs
LORDS VALLEY Watercolors and landscapes on display at Chant Realtors through Mar. 30. 570/775-7337.
Art exhibition: 'Lost and Forgotten'
NARROWSBURG Paintings and works on paper by Sara Conklin on display through Mar. 20 at Alliance Gallery. 845/252-7576.
Basic drawing for children and teens
WURTSBORO Learn basic drawing concepts, gesture sketching and drawing exercises using graphite pencil, charcoal, and conte crayons at Red Eft Gallery on Saturdays, 12 noon to 2 p.m., $30/session. 845/888-2519.
Call for small works show entries
LIBERTY All artists welcome to submit works up to 13 inches maximum for show opening Mar. 27 at the Catskill Artists Gallery. Work must be submitted by Mar. 21, $20 for up to five works. 845/292-0310.
Caregiver support group
HORTONVILLE Free monthly meetings of support and resources to assist caregivers helping an aging, ill, or disabled adult on the first Wed. of the month at the Hortonville Presbyterian Church, 10 a.m. 845/292-5250.
Caregiver support group
LIBERTY Free monthly meetings of support and resources to assist caregivers helping an aging, ill, or disabled adult on the last Wed. of the month at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 6 p.m. 845/292-5250.
'Caring for Caregivers' support group
GRAHAMSVILLE Free monthly meetings of support and resources to assist caregivers helping an aging, ill, or disabled adult on the second Thurs. of the month at the Grahamsville Reformed Church, 3:30 p.m. Refreshments. 845/292-5250.
Catskill Toastmasters meeting
MONTICELLO Club meets second and fourth Wed. of each month at Sullivan ARC. catskilltoastmasters.org.
Children's art studio
HONESDALE Introduction to visual arts at the Wayne County Arts Alliance, Tuesdays, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Members $55/month, non-members $65/month. 570/253-6850.
'Evening of the Arts'
HONESDALE Where the arts come together for a night of excitement. Every last Sat. at the Philip Hone Gallery, 6 to 9 p.m. 570/253-5577.
Family night
FERNDALE Every Thurs. at Skater's World Roller Rink, 6 to 8 p.m., $4 includes skate rental. Bring non-perishable items for food pantry. 845/292-3288 or 985-7026.
Free tax preparation
LACKAWAXEN Tax counselors available by appointment to low/middle income taxpayers through mid-April at the Lackawaxen Fire Department on Thurs., 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 570/775-5550.
Free tax preparation
BLOOMING GROVE Tax counselors available by appointment to low/middle income taxpayers through mid-April at the Blooming Grove Senior Center on Mon., Wed. and Fri., 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. 570/775-5550.
Free tax preparation
MATAMORAS Tax counselors available by appointment to low/middle income taxpayers through mid-April at Delaware Run Associates Senior Housing on Wed., 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 570/775-5550.
Introduction to Buddhism
GLEN SPEY Eight-week course exploring Buddha, Karma, past and future lives, meditation and more at the Kadampa Meditation Center on Thursdays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (no class on 3/4 or 3/25). $10/class or $70/series. 845/856-9000.
Jeff Bank 2011 photo calendar contest
REGION Submit up to four horizontal color images for Jeff Bank's 2011 calendar through Apr. 16. Application form required. Entry fee: $5. www.jeffbank.com or 845/436-4227.
Karate classes
LIBERTY For ages 5-adult at Liberty Fitness Center, Wed. 3:30 to 5 p.m. and Fri. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 845/292-0756.
Lessons and workshops
JEFFERSONVILLE Lessons and workshops from music, karate, Zumba, dance, pilates and more available at The Janice Center. Registration required, 845/482-3324.
Liberty Rotary Club rose sale
LIBERTY Dozen multi-colored roses boxed, $16. Order by Mar. 22 for delivery Apr. 1. 845/292-8253 or 292-4550.
Lupus support group meeting
HAWLEY Every fourth Wed. at the Wallenpaupack Area High School, 4 p.m. 888/99LUPUS.
Middle Eastern dance class
HONESDALE Every Mon. with professional dancer and instructor Sabah at Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, 6 to 7:30 p.m., free.
Performer training retreat
HIGHLAND LAKE Week-long structured workshop on June 6-13 focusing on physical training, vocal exploration, and creative methodologies used to develop original performance material at NACL Theatre, daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., $675 all-inclusive. RSVP with $250 deposit to NACL Theatre, 110 Highland Lake Road, Highland Lake, NY 12743 or email tannis@nacl.org. 845/557-0694.
Senior lunch
HONESDALE Seniors of all ages 60+ invited for lunch Mon.-Fri. at the Wayne County Senior Center. Reservations one day prior required. 570/253-4262.
'Soup-er Tuesday'
WURTSBORO Variety of hot soups, homemade bread and desserts every last Tues. of each month at the Phillipsport Mamakating United Methodist Church, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All welcome. 845/888-2266.
'Spayday' raffle
HONESDALE Dessin Animal Shelter hosts a raffle for multiple spay surgical procedures through Apr. 6. Tickets: $3 or 2 for $5 available at Dessin Animal Shelter, The Cat’s Pajamas, Snips N Tails and other locations. 570/253-4037.
Story time
HONESDALE A hour of stories, songs, art and fun at the Wayne County Public Library on Mondays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. for ages 3-5. Registration required, 570/253-1220.
Torah class
MONTICELLO Tuesdays at the Landfield Avenue Synagogue, 7:30 p.m. 845/794-8470.
UFOs support group meeting
PINE BUSH Support for those with issues pertaining to UFO-related experiences on the first Wed. of each month at the Walker Valley Schoolhouse, 7:30 p.m., $2. 845/744-3960.
Wayne County Genealogy Group meeting
HONESDALE Fourth Thurs. of the month through Oct. 28, 4:30 p.m., Mar. meets at the Wayne County Public Library; Apr.-Oct. meets at the Wayne County Historical Society. 570/253-5468.
World tavern poker
HAWLEY Texas Hold'em tournament every Tues. and Thurs. at Mt. Haven Resort, 7 p.m., free. Play for points, not money. 570/296-8502, ext. 202.
Worship service
NARROWSBURG Every Sat. 4:30 p.m. and Sun. 9:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church. Wednesdays during Lent 9 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. 845/252-3919.
Worship service
BEACH LAKE One-hour service of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Sundays at the Berlin Township Community Center, 10:15 a.m. Refreshments follow. 570/253-4032.
Pancake/French toast breakfast
CLARYVILLE All-you-can-eat breakfast at Claryville Volunteer Fire Dept., 7 a.m. to 12 noon on Mar. 21, Apr. 18, May 9 and June 20. Adults $7, ages 5-11 $3, under 5 free. Take-out available. 845/985-7270.
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