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Art exhibition: 'High School Art Show' – thru May 18
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Catskill Art Society Arts Center, 845/436-4227.
Art exhibition: Madelon Jones – thru May 24
ARKVILLE – Amos Enos Gallery.
Art exhibition: Tom Holmes – thru June 9
MILFORD – Featuring steel and stone sculpture and large photographs. The ARTery Fine Art and Fine Craft Gallery. Artist reception May 10, 5 to 9 p.m. Gallery open Thursday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 570/409-1234.
Bernt Balchen Lodge meeting
BOHEMIA – Sons of Norway Bernt Balchen Lodge meeting held at the fire department, 7 p.m. 570/253-1530.
Bird walk and breakfast registration deadline – thru May 28
LAKE ARIEL – Join Peter Wulfhorst on May 31 for an early morning bird walk followed by breakfast. Reservations and payment by May 28. Lacawac Sanctuary, 7:30 to 10 a.m. Members $8, non-members $10. 570/689-9494.
Bone Marrow donation event
JEFFERSONVILLE – Bone Marrow donation event held for Regina Wagner at St. George, 3 to 9 p.m. Or at Liberty High School, 3 to 6 p.m.
Caregivers workshop
LIBERTY – "Learning from our Emotions", Cornell Cooperative Extension, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., free. Registration required, class limited to 12. 845/292-5250.
Children's recreation program – thru May 24
LIBERTY – One week each of: soccer, kickball, t-ball and children's choice. Hanofee Park, 9 to 10 a.m. (grades K-2); 10 to 11 a.m. (grades 3-5). $10 residents, $15 non-residents. 845/292-7690.
Essential oils workshop with Maya
HONESDALE – Essential Oils for Meditation and Inspiration. Honesdale Wellness Center, 7 to 9 p.m. $15, registration required. 570/251-8185.
Food pantry
DAMASCUS – Damascus Township Building, 1 to 3 p.m. 570/224-4189, 570/253-1698 or 570/224-4179.
Forum with local state representatives
HAWLEY – Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Center, 7 p.m. All invited. www.LackawaxenRiver.org
Free yoga classes for women – thru May 17
MOUNTAINDALE – 62 Main Street, registration required 845/436-1277.
'Getting Ready for Kindergarten' workshop – thru May 23
LIBERTY – Bagels and workshop on June 5. Liberty Elementary School, 8:45 to 10:15 a.m. 845/292-5400, ext. 2501 or 2502 before May 23.
Hospice spring volunteer training – thru June 5
PORT JERVIS – Class conducted by staff members of Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties, Drew United Methodist Church, Thursdays, 1 to 4 p.m. 845/565-4849.
'Improving Transition Times' workshop
MILFORD – Learn how to smooth transiitons to make them productive, fun times for children and stree-free for adults. Pike County Administration Building, 7 to 9 p.m., $5. 570/296-3400.
John Steinbeck lecture and discussion
MILFORD – John Beck speaks on John Steinbeck and the "Grapes of Wrath." Delaware Valley Middle School Library, 7 p.m.
Milford 4-H archery club meets
MILFORD – Pike County Recreation Park, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
NACL performer training retreat registration – thru June 22
HIGHLAND LAKE – Registration now open for retreat on June 22-29. Designed for those interested in ensemble theatre, solo work, devised performance, physical theatre adaptations, experimental and original theatre creation. NACL Theatre, $650 includes workshops, housing and food. 845/557-0694 for application process.
'Positive Parenting: Teens' workshop – thru May 16
MILFORD – Biondo Building, May 20 & 27, 6 to 8 p.m., $10, register by May 16. 570/296-3400.
Quilt show drop off deadline – thru May 20
HONESDALE – If you are interested in having your quilt(s) displayed at The First Annual Honesdale Airing of the Quilts, June 1, drop it off at A Stitch In Time, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 570/253-6864.
'Reframing Discipline' workshop – thru May 23
MILFORD – Learn how to develop rapport with even the most challenging children. Pike County Administration Building, May 28, 7 to 9 p.m., $5, register by May 23. 570-296-3400.
SCBR Expo 2008
MONTICELLO – Join your fellow realtors for appetizers and dinner, Monticello Racino, 5:30 to 9 p.m., $22 pp, reservations required. 845/794-2735 or 845/866-0837.
Sullivan County Chamber networking
CALLICOON – Matthews on Main, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Chamber members free, $10 non-members. 845/791-4200.
Swim lessons registration (residents) – thru June 30
LIBERTY – Non-resident registration begins May 19. Ages 3 and up twice per week from June 30 to August 7, Shirley Diamond Memorial Pool, 6 to 7:30 p.m. 845/292-7690.
Transformation Choir performs
MONTICELLO – The Transformation Choir presents "A Time for Alleluia" at the Moticello Methodist Church, 7:30 p.m. 845/887-4346.
Walking tour of Victorian houses – thru June 28
HONESDALE – Friends of the Wayne County Public Library take you on a walking tour of the first floors and gardens of 8 Victorian houses in the historic district on June 28. $20 available now at the library, 570/253-4032.
15th Annual 'Living with Grief' conference
LIBERTY – The experiences of grieving children and adolescents and how family caregives, parents, hospice professionls, etc, can support them. Free, reservations required. Cornell Cooperative Extension, 1:30 to 4 p.m., 845/292-5250.
'A Time for Alleluia' choir concert
MONTICELLO – The Transformation Choir will perform. Monticello Methodist Church, 7:30 p.m. Donations benefit area food pantries. 845/887-4346.
Art exhibition: 'Small Works with a Theme' – thru May 25
LIBERTY – For any and all artists, unjuried, with a twist. Catskill Art Gallery, open Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m. 845/292-0310.
Bachelor auction fundraiser
MONTICELLO – To benefit the YMCA of Sullivan County. Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 6:30 p.m. 845/794-4100, ext. 494 or 845/807-1273.
Fellowship and musical presentation
LIBERTY – Featuring the adventures of Ms. Courtney Roberts. St. Peter's Coffee House, 7 p.m. Bring a favorite goody. 914/799-4494.
Film series: 'Grapes of Wrath' – thru May 17
MILFORD – Dingman/Delaware Middle School, 7 p.m.; May 17 Delaware Valley High School, 7 p.m.
'Flip the Switch' technology tour deadline
HONESDALE – Tour Honesdale High School on May 22 highlighting the infusion of technology into 21st century learning, 9 a.m. RSVP by May 16. 570/253-4661, ext. 1517 or 570/253-1950.
'Nuts in a Blender' perform – thru May 17
MONTICELLO – Hudson Valley's hottest band, no cover charge. Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 9 p.m. 845/794-4100.
Photographic exhibition – thru June 8
MILFORD – Featuring images representative of the Poconos and the Delaware River Valley. Highlands Photographic Guild, opening reception May 10, 6 to 9 p.m. Gallery hours Friday to Sunday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 570/296-2440.
'Sit and Knit' workshop – thru June 28
MILFORD – Every other Friday. jilldeal, inc. 570/409-9176.
Spring preschool story time – thru June 18
MONTICELLO – Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, Friday mornings, 10 a.m. Open to any child aged 2-4 accompanied by an adult caregiver, free. Registration requested. 845/794-4660.
'1964, The Tribute' with Hotrod
GRAHAMSVILLE – World-renowned Beatles tribute band performs, Tri-Valley School Theatre, 7 p.m. 877/725-8849.
Animal adoption event
MONTICELLO – Presented by Pets Alive. Lower parking lot, Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 6:30 p.m. 845/386-9738.
Art exhibition: 'Closer Look 1' – thru June 15
WURTSBORO – Red Eft Gallery, opening reception May 17, 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday: noon to 6 p.m.; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: noon to 3 p.m. 845/888-2519.
Astronomers meet
LAKE ARIEL – Lackawanna Astronomy Society celebrates its 50th year. Pre-observing slide show by Jo-Ann Kamichitis followed by planet gazing. Lacawac members $3, non-members $5, children under 12 free. 570/689-9494.
Basha Kill nature watch Ongoing
WURTSBORO – Discover eagles, ducks, ospreys, herons and more with trained Basha Kill Area Association volunteers. Every Saturday and Sunday, South Road boat launch site, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 845/888-0261.
Book sale
EQUINUNK – Manchester Community Library, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. 570/224-8500.
Bushkill 4-H archery club meets
BUSHKILL – Lehman Township Community Park, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Clothing sale – thru May 18
ELDRED – Brand new, name brands to newly-washed second-hand clothes. Eldred United Methodist Church, Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday 12 noon to 5 p.m. 845/557-8210.
Comedy show: Rodney Laney
MONTICELLO – One of P. Diddy's "Bad Boys of Comedy." Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 7:30 p.m., $15. 845/794-4100.
Cystic fibrosis walk fundraiser
PORT JERVIS – Riverside Park, check-in 9 a.m., walk begins 10 a.m. 914/993-1460.
Grey Towers spring tour – thru June 1
MILFORD – Saturdays and Sundays 1 and 3 p.m. 570/286-9630.
Managing conflict workshop deadline
MILFORD – Workshop on May 22, Pike County Administration Building, 7 to 9 p.m. Pre-registration required by May 17. 570/296-3400.
Museum grand opening – thru May 18
HONESDALE – Wayne County Historical Society Main Museum, Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. ribbon cutting, free, guided tours. 570/253-3240.
Native plant sale
DINGMANS FERRY – Pocono Environmental Education Center, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 570/828-2319.
Persian Gulf Wars monument unveiling
MONTICELLO – All veterans and the public invited. Sullivan County Veterans Memorial, 11 a.m. 845/794-3000, ext. 3305.
Red Cross shelter volunteer training
MONTICELLO – Prepares volunteers to provide assistance at American Red Cross shelters during local emergencies. Monticello High School, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 877/733-2767, ext. 2068.
'Rug Punching' workshop
MILFORD – By jilldeal, inc., registration and pre-payment required, $40, Hotel Fauchere, 570/409-9276.
Spring bird walk
MILANVILLE – Join us for a 2-hour early morning walk identifying birds and their songs. Bring binoculars. Butterfly Barn, 7 a.m. 570/226-3164.
Sullivan County Reserve Institute workshop
MONTICELLO – Become a fully accredited volunteer to aid and comfort those who may be forced to leave their homes. Monticello High School, 9:00 a.m. 845/294-9785.
Toiletry items collection
MILFORD – Emmanuel Lutheran Church will be collecting brushes, combs, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo and soap fo rpeople in need. Gift cards for supermarkets may be donated. 9 a.m. to 12 noon. 973/293-3009.
Tree planting – thru May 19
PORT JERVIS – Arbor Day & Earth Day Celebration, meet at Port Jervis City Hall, 10 a.m. Donations needed for more trees. 845/858-4017 or 845/856-6564.
Walking tour of downtown Milford
MILFORD – Illustrates the contributions to the community made by the Pinchot family since the 1800s. Free and open to the public. Meet at Ann Street Park, 1:30 p.m., rain or shine. Pre-registration required, 570/296-9630.
Work party
HONESDALE – Work party planned for every Saturday for Wayne County Historical Society's grand opening of its new addition. Exhibits, artifacts, books, documents must be moved. 570/253-3240.
Wurtsboro Arts Alliance spring show – thru May 25
WURTSBORO – Wurstboro Arts Alliance Gallery, Saturdays and Sundays 12 noon to 4 p.m. 845/888-4461.
4-H 'Borrow a Goat' program
MIDDLETOWN – Children ages 8-19 learn about dairy goats in a "hands-on" classroom setting. 4-H Exhibit Building, Orange County Fairgrounds, 1 to 3 p.m. $15 annual fee for members, $22 for non-enrolled 4-H'ers due with registration. 845/344-1234.
'Art on Metal' lecture by Rem Baqautdyn
ELDRED – Free to the public, refreshments. Sunshine Hall Free Library, 4 to 6 p.m.
Book discussion: 'Grapes of Wrath' – thru May 29
PIKE COUNTY – May 18, Emerson House, Milford, 1 p.m.; May 20, Dingman Delaware Middle School Library, 12:30 p.m.; May 22, Dingmans Branch Library, 6:30 p.m.; May 28, Emerson House, Milford, 7 p.m.; May 29, Delaware Valley Middle School Library, 12:30 p.m.
Book signing: John DiLeo
MILFORD – Emerson House, 3 p.m.
Bus trip: Philadelphia Museum of Art
MONTICELLO – Bus leaves 7:30 a.m. from the Government Center, returns 7:30 p.m. $115 includes transportation, champagne breakfast, all taxes and gratuities, admisted and audio tour, box dinner with wine. 845/853-2220.
Day camp open house
CLARYVILLE – To highlight Frost Valley YMCA's Day Camp program, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: Bob Eddings 845/985-2291, ext. 305.
Learn to kayak day
MATAMORAS – Lesson followed by a guided 10-mile trip. Meet at Kittatinny's Matamoras base. 800/FLOAT-KC.
Museum open house
HONESDALE – Wayne County Historical Society Main Museum, 12 noon to 4 p.m. 570/253-3240.
Peacemaker award celebration brunch
MONTICELLO – Dispute Resolution Center honors Monticello Superintendent of School Dr. Patrick Michel as the Sullivan County Peacemaker of the Year. Hotel Thayer, 11:30 a.m. 845/294-8082.
Rail trail cleanup
LIBERTY – Cleanup of the Liberty Rail Trail, a 3.1-mile section of the former O&W tracks. Chestnut St./Rt. 52 entrance, 10 a.m. Refreshments supplied. 800/516-0422, ext. 3.
Sock Hop Sunday with Times Square Band
MONTICELLO – Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 4 p.m., no cover charge. 845/794-4100.
Tricky tray
MIDDLETOWN – American Legion Lodge, viewing 1 p.m., calling 3 p.m. Food and refreshments available, admission $5. 845/343-5508, 845/343-1089 or 845/695-1274.
Waterfowl presentation
HAWLEY – Discover the world of waterfowl from wildlife technologist Jehn Levitsky, free, registration required. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 1:30 to 3 p.m. 570/251-6196.
Wine tasting
PORT JERVIS – To benefit the 2008 Arts Walk, $40 per person. The Restaurant at 20 Front Street, 4 to 7 p.m. 845/856-1023.
Monday night cinema program
HONESDALE – "The Italian Job" hosted by The Wayne County Arts Alliance, Cinema 6, 8:15 p.m. Suggested donation $5 per person, public welcome. 570/253-6850.
Customer service seminar
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Speaker: customer service expert Bill Drury, Sullivan County Community College, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 1 to 4 p.m. Chamber members $59 (before May 9), $69 (after May 9); non-members $79 (before May 9), $89 (after May 9), registration required. 845/791-4200.
Garden club meeting
NARROWSBURG – Presentation followed by light refreshments. Tusten-Cochecton Branch Library, 7 p.m. 845/252-3360.
Informational meeting: seeing eye dogs
MILFORD – Learn more about raising seeing eye dogs. Milford Borough Hall, 6:30 to 8 p.m. 570/296-3400 or 973/539-4425, ext. 769.
Spaghetti and meatball scholarship dinner
LIBERTY – Liberty High School, sit-down dinner 5 to 7:15 p.m., takeouts begin 4:45 p.m. Adults $7, students/seniors $5, children under 3 $3. 845/292-5400.
Compassionate Friends meet
HONESDALE – Self-help organization offering friendship and understanding to bereaved parents. Topic: "What is closure?" Wayne Memorial Hospital, 7 p.m.
Free rabies clinic
BLOOMINGBURG – Mamakating Town Park, 7 to 8 p.m. 845/888-3002 or 292-0100, ext. 1.
Friends of PCPL visit Rockefeller Mansion
PIKE COUNTY – Two-hour guided tour, lunch at Zanaro's, stop at Warwick Valley Winery for wine-tasting, $75 per person all-inclusive. Reservations required, 570/296-7884.
Mental health/depression screening
MILFORD – Confidential setting, free, pre-registration required. Milford Health and Wellness Center, 1 to 3 p.m., no appointment required. 973/579-8340.
Nature tales: acorns to trees
HAWLEY – Children ages 3-5 are invited to explore the growth of acorns to trees in this program combining reading and nature, free, registration required. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 10 to 11 a.m. 570/251-6196.
Rain garden workshop
LAKE ARIEL – Learn how to intall a rain garden. Lacawac Sanctuary, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Members $3, non-members $5, children under 12 free. 570/689-9494.
Tracy De Lucia performs
MONTICELLO – Country pop and rock originals. Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 8 p.m., no cover charge. 845/794-4100.
AARP driver safety program – thru May 23
HAMLIN – Eight-hour class, 8 a.m. to 12 noon both days, open to ages 50 and older, $10 non-refundable fee in advance, registration required. Call for location, 570/253-4262.
Caregivers workshop
LIBERTY – "Mastering Caregiving Transitions", Cornell Cooperative Extension, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., free. Registration required, class limited to 12. 845/292-5250.
'Cooking For Crowds' workshop
LORDS VALLEY – Blooming Grove Fire House, 6 to 9:30 p.m., $25 for first person from each organization; additional people $5 each. 570/421-6430.
Genealogy group meeting
HONESDALE – Meeting held in the Research Library of the Wayne County Historical Society, 4:30 p.m. 570/253-5468.
Rummage sale – thru May 23
SWAN LAKE – Swan Lake Firehouse, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bag day May 23. 845/292-7554.
Stormwater seminar
HAWLEY – This seminar will provide attendees with a background in pervious concrete: what it is; how it works; where it can be used; and how it is designed. Free, registration required. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 1 to 5 p.m. 570/251-6196.
Story time – thru June 12
ELDRED – Open to preschoolers. Sunshine Hall Free Library, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. every other Thursday. Pre-registration preferred. 845/557-6258.
Art exhibition: Greenbaum and Blanchard – thru June 14
NARROWSBURG – Pottery by David Greenbaum and weavings by Charles Blanchard. Alliance Gallery, opening reception May 23, 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 845/252-7576.
'Discovering the Dharma' – thru May 28
COCHECTON – UTBF Retreat Center, see website: www.utbf.org/cochecton2008 for more information and application form.
Film series: 'It Happened One Night'
MILFORD – Romantic comedy starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert. Columns, 7 p.m.
Jon Bates Band performs
MONTICELLO – Music from the 1950s through today. Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 9 p.m., no cover charge. 845/794-4100.
Kids' camp trailblazer weekend – thru May 25
CLARYVILLE – Kids learn outdoor skills. Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 5 p.m. 845/985-2291, ext. 240.
'Trouble at the Tropicana' show and dinner
LACKAWAXEN – Performed by the Lakeside Players. Lackawaxen Center, meals 11:30 a.m., show 12:30 p.m. Seniors and children $5, all others $10, reservations required. 570/775-5550.
Blood drive
ELDRED – American Legion Ambulance Service holds a blood drive at the Ambulance Building, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 845/557-8101.
Blood drive
CLARYVILLE – Registration required, walk-ins also welcome. Frost Valley YMCA, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 845/985-2291, ext. 225.
Film festival: a look at Gloria Swanson
CUDDEBACKVILLE – An evening of films featuring Gloria Swanson. Neversink Valley Area Museum, 7:30 p.m. Suggested donation: adults $4, children under 12 $2. 845/754-8870.
Flea market
GLEN SPEY – Refreshments, cake sale, free parking and admission. Vendor space available. Glen Spey Pavilion, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 845/856-7989.
U4EA performs
MONTICELLO – Party band covering hits from 1970s and 1980s. Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 9 p.m., no cover charge. 845/794-4100.
UDCTU meeting
LONG EDDY – Open to the public. Long Eddy Firehouse, 9 a.m. 845/887-4714.
Volunteer orientation and training
BETHEL – Application required, all ages from 16 up welcome. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 8:30 a.m. to noon. 845/295-2626.
Bethel Lions pancake breakfast
KAUNEONGA LAKE – Pancakes, sausage, eggs and juice. Kauneonga Lake Firehouse, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adult $7, child $5, under 5 free. 845/583-5054.
Pancake breakfast
OBERNBURG – St. Mary's Church Hall, 7 a.m. to noon. Adults $6, children under 12 $3, children under 5 free.
Sock Hop Sunday with The Ponytails Band
MONTICELLO – Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 5 p.m., no cover charge. 845/794-4100.
Sustainable living discussion
SOUTH FALLSBURG – Facilitated by Derryl Cocks. Fallsburg Library, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Monday night cinema program
HONESDALE – "A Clockwork Orange" hosted by The Wayne County Arts Alliance, Cinema 6, 8:15 p.m. Suggested donation $5 per person, public welcome. 570/253-6850.
Adult education
MONTICELLO – "God questions: Does God hear my prayers?" Temple Sholom, 7 to 8:30 p.m. 845/794-8731.
An introduction to preserving family lands
HAWLEY – Informational displays by regional land trusts and other sponsor organizations will provide local landowners an opportunity to learn about the local resources available. PPL Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, Rt. 6, 5:30 to 8 p.m. with lecture at 6:30 p.m. $10 Delaware Highlands Conservancy members, $15 non-members. Registration required. 570/226-3164.
Atlantic City trip
COCHECTON – Women's Community Club of Cochecton, $40 per person/$26 play and $5 food. Meet at 7 a.m. in the parking lot across from Lake Huntington Catholic Church, also stops in Monticello at 7:30 a.m. 845/932-8210.
Blood drive
BEACH LAKE – Beach Lake Free Methodist Church, 1 to 6 p.m. 570/729-8621 or 800/448-3543.
Georgia O'Keefe series class by Jean Perry – thru June 17
SNYDERSVILLE – 4-week class to create artwork close to Georgia's heart, $165. Monroe County Safety Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 570/992-4343.
'Antiques on Wheels' registration deadline
HONESDALE – If you have an antique motorcycle, truck, tractor or car (over 25 years old) in good running condition and wish to show it off at the parade on June 1, contact the Greater Honesdale Partnership at 570/253-5492. Registration required by May 28.
CloudNYne performs
MONTICELLO – Yesterday's favorites and today's hottest dance mix. Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 8 p.m., no cover charge. 845/794-4100.
Elvis impersonator Billy McGrath performs
MONTICELLO – Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 10 a.m., $22 includes lunch. 845/794-4100, ext. 476 or 600.
Island geocaching
HAWLEY – Learn how to geocache by going on a real-life treasure hunt to Epply Island on Lake Wallenpaupack. 12 years or older, rain or shine, free, registration required. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 4 to 6 p.m. 570/251-6196.
Caregivers workshop
LIBERTY – "Making Tough Caregiving Decisions", Cornell Cooperative Extension, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., free. Registration required, class limited to 12. 845/292-5250.
Film series: 'The Purple Rose of Cairo'
MILFORD – Dazzling fantasy by Woody Allen about an unhappily married waitress. Columns, 7 p.m.
Gang awareness conference
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Essential information for newcomers to gang awareness training while offering information on prevention and intervention to those with prior training. Sullivan County Community College, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., free, registration required. 845/794-0887 or 845/794-1771.
Stroke screening
MILFORD – Identify your risk for stroke and changes that you can make to decrease your risk. Milford Health and Wellness Center, 1 to 4 p.m., free. Pre-registration required, 973/579-8340.
Boxing: Lawrence vs. Madison and others
MONTICELLO – Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 7:30 p.m. $100 premium, $50 ringside, $30 general admission. 845/794-4100, ext. 494.
Casting for Recovery retreat – thru June 1
CLARYVILLE – For women whose lives have been profoundly affected by breat cancer to gather in a beautiful, natural setting and participate in counseling, education services and fly fishing to promote physical and mental healing. Frost Valley YMCA, reservations required. 845/985-2291.
Childcare provider training registration deadline
MILFORD – "Diversity Means Differences Among People" held June 3, Pike County Administration Building, 7 to 9 p.m. Register by May 30. 570/296-3400.
Film series: '42nd Street, the Movie'
MILFORD – Dingman Delaware Middle School auditorium, 7 p.m.
Girl Scout skill builder weekend – thru June 1
CLARYVILLE – Girl Scouts work toward badges. Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 5 p.m. 845/985-2291, ext. 205.
'Origins of Ornithology' dinner and show
DINGMANS FERRY – Join naturalist Scott Weidensaul, Pocono Environmental Education Center, 6 to 9 p.m. PEEC members $15, non-members $20, registration required. 570/828-2319.
Senior Legislative Action Committee meeting
MONTICELLO – Sullivan County Government Center, 9:30 a.m. Annual membership dues due, $7 individuals, $25 clubs. 845/985-7901.
Soul Custody performs – thru May 31
MONTICELLO – Rhythm and blues. Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 9 p.m., no cover charge. 845/794-4100.
4-H Leader Development workshop
PITTSTON – "Beyond Fair Chase, the Ethic and Tradition of Hunting" held May 31, Tribeca Banquet & Conference Center, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., free. Registration required by May 21. 570/296-3400.
Annual Viking fest
HAWLEY – Bernt Balchen Lodge #566 Sons of Norway, Central Volunteer Fire Hall, 6 p.m. Adults $17, children $7. 570/685-7086.
'Aran Knitting' workshop
MILFORD – By jilldeal, inc., registration and pre-payment required, $45, Hotel Fauchere, 570/409-9276.
'Celebrate May with Mom' prize awards
MILFORD – Bring your Lucky Draw ticket to the drawing, 6 p.m., Hotel Fauchere.
Chicken barbeque dinner
LIBERTY – First Presbyterian Church, take-outs start 4 p.m., dining room opens 5 p.m. Adults and take-outs $8, children 5-12 $3.50.
Comedy show: Tommy Savitt
MONTICELLO – Plus two other comics. Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 7:30 p.m., $15. 845/794-4100.
Litterpluck
GLEN SPEY – Help clean up your town. Meet at Lumberland Pavilion, 9 a.m. Gloves, vests and free hot dogs provided.
Relay for Life dinner and meeting
MILFORD – For cancer survivors and their caregivers. Delaware Valley High School, 6:30 p.m. 570/493-4930.
Relay for Life walk – thru June 1
MILFORD – Teams walk to raise funds. $150 per team, proceeds to fight cancer. Delaware Valley High School, 10 a.m. 570/493-4930.
'Thanks for the Memories'
MILFORD – Closing event of the Pike County Big Read. Supper, visual and audio clips from the month-long events, plus a theatrical performance. Free, public welcome and encouraged to bring a dish to pass. Delaware Valley Middle School Cafeteria, 6 p.m.
Viking dinner
BOHEMIA – Viking dinner held by the Sons of Norway Bernt Balchen Lodge at the fire department, 6 p.m. 570/253-1530.
Fly fishing the Catskills – thru June 6
CLARYVILLE – Elderhostel program: trout beckon in the Catskill Mountains. Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 4 p.m. 800/464-5768.
Inaugural celebration
PORT JERVIS – Exhibition of photographs by Anita Drumming. Cedarwood Center for the Arts, 2 to 5 p.m. 845/856-2307.
Pike County family community expo
DINGMANS FERRY – A fun event for all including exhibits, pony rides and refreshments, free. YMCA Camp Speers-Eljabar, rain or shine, 1 to 4:30 p.m. 570/286-9980.
Quilt show
HONESDALE – The First Annual Honesdale Airing of the Quilts in conjuntion with Arts, Crafts & Antiques Weekend. 570/253-5492.
Golf tournament
PORT JERVIS – To benefit the Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation, Port Jervis Country Club. 845/856-0678.
Monday night cinema program
HONESDALE – "Blade Runner" hosted by The Wayne County Arts Alliance, Cinema 6, 8:15 p.m. Suggested donation $5 per person, public welcome. 570/253-6850.
Republican Women's meeting
BLOOMING GROVE – Pike County Council of Republican Women meets, Blooming Grove Municipal Building, 6 p.m.
'Trouble at the Tropicana' show and dinner
BUSHKILL – Performed by the Lakeside Players. Bushkill Senior Center, meals 11:30 a.m., show 12:30 p.m. Seniors and children $5, all others $10, reservations required. 570/775-5550.
Watercolor approach to acrylics class – thru June 26
SNYDERSVILLE – 4-week course by Will Daskal for beginners and intermediate-levels, $100. Monroe County Safety Center, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 570/992-4343.
SCCC Elderhostel program – thru June 13
ELLENVILLE – "World Crises Today, The Constitution & The Presidency, and Historical Markers of the 20th Century," 5 nights, 6 days, rates vary and include classroom lectures, field trips, meals and accommodations, commuter rates available. 800/454-5768.
Art exhibition: Michael Hardesty
LAKE ARIEL – Installation artist Michael Hardesty on display, followed by catered buffet supper. Lacawac Sanctuary, 5 p.m. Performance only $25, performance and supper, $45, reservations required. 570/689-9494.
Music scholarship audition
NARROWSBURG – Open to seniors from the Sullivan West Central School District who wish to continue their music education. Delaware Arts Center, 10 a.m. Call for application and audition appointment, 845/252-7576.
Old Stone Jail open house
HONESDALE – Between Wayne County Court House and 10th Street, 9 a.m. to noon. 570/253-3240.
Photography exhibition: 'Images of the Park' – thru June 8
MILFORD – The work of three area photographers. Reception June 7, 4 to 5 p.m.; June 8 hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grey Towers, 570/286-9630.
Short-film festival
LIBERTY – Sponsored by the Sullivan County Human Rights Commission. Liberty High School auditorium, 7:00 p.m. 845/794-2766.
Towpath to trail clean up
HAWLEY – 1 mile west of Hawley on Route 6, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch provided, reservations required. 570/253-3240 to volunteer.
Yoga and hiking in the Catskills – thru June 13
CLARYVILLE – Elderhostel program: enjoy the splendors of hiking and complemented with yoga. Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 4 p.m. 800/454-5768.
Natural gas well and drinking water lecture
HONESDALE – Bryan Swistock speaks. Penn State Extension, 7 to 9 p.m. $5 payable at the door. Reservations required, 570/253-5970, ext. 4110.
Natural gas well and drinking water lecture
MONTROSE – Bryan Swistock speaks. Penn State Extension, 7 to 9 p.m. $5 payable at the door. Reservations required, 570/278-1158,
Father's day family camp weekend – thru June 15
CLARYVILLE – Enjoy hiking, swimming, fishing, biking, etc. Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 5 p.m. 845/985-2291, ext. 205.
Plein air class by Jean Perry
SNYDERSVILLE – Bring your choice of media, $43. Rain date June 16, Scotia Mill, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 570/992-4343.
Senior Legislative Action Committe luncheon
BLOOMINGBURG – Guest speaker: Congressman Maurice Hinchey. Eagle's Nest, 12 noon. 845/985-7901.
5th Annual Trout Parade
LIVINGSTON MANOR – A day filled to the gills with enchantment and community pride, 1 p.m.
'A Sweater Begins and Finishes' workshop
MILFORD – By jilldeal, inc., registration and pre-payment required, $100, Hotel Fauchere, 570/409-9276.
Float and parade workshop
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Grants available. Catskill Art Society, 10 a.m. to noon.
Ledgedale mushroom walk
HAWLEY – Nathaniel Whitmore identifies local mushrooms, free, registration required. PPL Ledgedale Natural Area, 1:30 to 3 p.m. 570/251-6196.
Pocono waterfall tour
HAWLEY – Explore and learn the cultural history of several waterfalls in the Pocono region with naturalist Sue Thompson. Ages 10 to adult, $3 Lacawac members, $5 non-members, registration required. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center parking lot, 8:30 a.m. 570/689-9494.
Third annual Kitdzstock
HONESDALE – Family and kids day full of events and activities for all ages. Honesdale High School Athletic Campups, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Adults $3, children $5. 570/729-7544.
World Wide Knit In Public Day
NARROWSBURG – Come to the Four Corners of Artful Living on Main Street and knit or crochet. Free lessons and fresh brewed iced tea. 845/252-3688.
All-you-can-eat breakfast
CLARYVILLE – French toast, pancakes and eggs, adults $7, children 5-11 $3, under 5 free, Claryville Volunteer Fire Department, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. 845/985-7270.
Father's Day special at Kittatinny Canoes
REGION – Dads paddle free when accompanied by their families on a canoe or whitewater raft trip. 800/FLOAT-KC.
Fly fishing the Catskills – thru June 20
CLARYVILLE – Elderhostel program: trout beckon in the scenic splendor of the Catskill Mountains. Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 4 p.m. 800/454/5768.
Video contest
NARROWSBURG – Video artists of all skill levels compete and share their three-minute digital creations at the "Quick & Gritty" Video Slam. $500 cash prize. Tusten Theatre, 12 noon. Videos must be submitted on DVD by 11 a.m. 845/252-7576.
Bernt Balchen Lodge meeting
BOHEMIA – Sons of Norway Bernt Balchen Lodge meeting held at the fire department, 7 p.m. 570/253-1530.
Girl Scout equestrian weekend – thru June 22
CLARYVILLE – Girl Scouts learn equestrian skills. Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 5 p.m. 845/985-2291, ext. 240.
Lynyrd Skynyrd in concert
BETHEL – Opening act: Outlaws. Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 6:30 p.m. 845/454-3388.
Learn to canoe day
DINGMANS FERRY – Certified instructors teach novices the essentials of canoeing, followed by a guided 8-mile river trip. Meet at Kittatinny's Dingmans Ferry base. 800/FLOAT-KC.
Liberty Bike Fest
LIBERTY – Three great bicycling events plus vendors and more at Walnut Mountain/Pearson park, 9 a.m. Some fees apply if registering to ride. www.libertybikefest.com
Lupus clinical trial
SCRANTON – Learn about the benefits and potential risks of clinical trial participation, how to find a clinical trial in your area, and federally mandated measures that help ensure patient safety. Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania, 9:30 a.m. Free and open to all, registration required, 888/99LUPUS.
Roots & Rhythm Music & Arts festival
HONESDALE – All-day event of music, children's events, artists, artisans, food vendors, raffles and more. Main Street, festivities begin at 10 a.m., parking and shuttle available. 570/253-5492.
Bethel one-room school open house
BERLIN – Special presentation at 2 p.m. 570/253-3240.
Gala dinner dance fundraiser
MATAMORAS – To support the Pike County Public Library. The Riverview Inn, $150 per person, individual sponsorship (+2 tickets) $1000, corporate sponsorship (+4 tickets) $2000. 570/296-8211.
Learn to kayak day
MATAMORAS – Lesson followed by a guided 10-mile trip. Meet at Kittatinny's Matamoras base. 800/FLOAT-KC.
SCCC Elderhostel program – thru June 27
ELLENVILLE – "Cavalcade of Jewish Music and History, Great Jewish Love Stories, and Psychology of Dreams" or "Exercising and Expanding Your Mind, The Joy of Dancing, and Bridge: Tips and Competitive Play," 5 nights, 6 days, rates vary and include classroom lectures, field trips, meals and accommodations, commuter rates available. 800/454-5768.
Scenic painting course – thru June 27
WHITE LAKE – Teacher training with Susan Crabtree and Pam Lavarnway. Cobalt Studios. 845/583-7025.
AARP driver safety program – thru June 25
HONESDALE – Eight-hour class, 8 a.m. to 12 noon both days, open to ages 50 and older, $10 non-refundable fee in advance, registration required. Call for location, 570/253-4262.
Nature tales: backyard birds
HAWLEY – Children ages 3-5 are invited to discover what birds live in their own backyard, free, registration required. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 10 to 11 a.m. 570/251-6196.
AARP driver safety program – thru June 27
HONESDALE – Eight-hour class, 8 a.m. to 12 noon both days, open to ages 50 and older, $10 non-refundable fee in advance, registration required. Call for location, 570/253-4262.
Genealogy group meeting
HONESDALE – Meeting held in the Research Library of the Wayne County Historical Society, 4:30 p.m. 570/253-5468.
'Hear 'Em' acoustic storytelling event
WAVERLY – Featuring Toby Walker, workshop prior to performance, reservations required, $20 in advance, $25 at door. Waverly Community House. 888/800-POCO.
New York Philharmonic performs
BETHEL – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, 8 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. Fireworks display following concert. Tickets: reserved $95, $65 and $45; lawn $30. 845/454-3388.
8th annual Secret Gardens tour
HONESDALE – 1 to 4 p.m. $15 per person, tickets available at Wayne County Historical Society main museum or by mail with SASE. 570/253-3240.
Hiking the Catskill high peaks – thru July 4
CLARYVILLE – Elderhostel program: explore the Catskills and experience the beauty of the "forever wild" forest preserve by hiking a variety of peaks. Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 4 p.m. 800/464-5768.
Summer camp session I
CLARYVILLE – Frost Valley YMCA, check-in at 9 a.m. 845/985-2291, ext. 301.
Friends of PCPL bus excursion
PIKE COUNTY – Trip to the Kutztown Festival, $30 transportation & driver's tip; fair admission $12 adults, $11 seniors over 55; leave Grand Union parking lot 8 a.m., leave Kutztown Fair 4 p.m. 570/296-7884.
Art festival
ROSCOE – Parade, arts, crafts, raffles, contests, educational programs, music. Vendors wanted/tables $20 each. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 607/498-5777.
Belleayre Festival Orchestra in concert
BARRYVILLE – Belleayre Festival Orchestra, followed by fireworks, special guest Irish Tenor Ronan Tynan. Belleayre Mountain Ski Center, 8 p.m. 800/942-6904, ext. 344.
Old Stone Jail open house
HONESDALE – Between Wayne County Court House and 10th Street, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. 570/253-3240.
Spaghetti dinner
LORDS VALLEY – Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Department, 570/775-7355.
Dorflinger Glass Museum open for season
WHITE MILLS – Open to the public. Wednesday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. 570/253-1185.
Gillinder Glass Factory weekday tour
PORT JERVIS – Tour the glass museum. 845/856-5375.
Library archives meeting
PORT JERVIS – Minisink Valley Historical Society meets on the second floor of the Port Jervis Free Library, Thursdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. 845/856-2375 or 845/856-7313.
Library meeting
PORT JERVIS – Third Thursday of each month, Port Jervis Free Library, 2 p.m. 845/856-1217.
Museum open for 2008 season
CUDDEBACKVILLE – Neversink Valley Area Museum opens for the 2008 season at noon. Hours: Thursday-Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. and by appointment through the end of October. 845/754-8870.
Acting workshop
MILFORD – Adult On-Camera Acting Workshop held every Friday at the Biondo Community Room, 6 to 7 p.m. 570/686-4064 or 917/902-4172.
Acting workshop
MILFORD – On-Camera Acting workshop for children ages 8 to 12 held every Saturday, Biondo Community Room, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., ages 13 to 16, 12 to 1 p.m. 570/686-4094 or 917/902-4174.
Basha Kill nature watch
WURTSBORO – Discover eagles, ducks, ospreys, herons and more with trained Basha Kill Area Association volunteers. Every Saturday and Sunday, South Road boat launch site, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 845/888-0261.
Breakfast buffet
MATAMORAS – Sponsored by Matamoras Fire Department, third Sunday of each month, 8 a.m. to noon, Matamoras Firehouse. 570/491-4154.
Creative Arts Center classes
MILFORD – Art, acting, set and costume design classes for ages 6 to 14 held every Saturday. 570/296-8408.
Rejuvenate and relax beginner yoga class
MOUNTAINDALE – Every Saturday, 62 Main Street, 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. 845/436-1277 for first class.
Wonder workout advanced yoga class
MOUNTAINDALE – Every Sunday, 62 Main Street, 9:15 to 10:45 a.m. 62 Main Street. 845/436-1277 for first class.
Deerpark Lions Club dinner meeting
PORT JERVIS – Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, Cornucopia Restaurant, 7 p.m. 845/856-8814.
Drum circle
PORT JERVIS – Held every Tuesday, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 570/296-7280.
Port Jervis Lions Club meeting
PORT JERVIS – Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, Apple Grill, 7 p.m. 570/491-2743.
Adult book discussion
PORT JERVIS – Third Wednesday of every month, Port Jervis Free Library, 7 p.m., refreshments. 845/856-7313.
Business & Professional Women meeting
PORT JERVIS – Third Wednesday of each month. 570/491-2198.
Shape and tone beginner yoga class
MOUNTAINDALE – Every Wednesday, 62 Main Street, 12 to 1:15 p.m. and 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. 845/436-1277 for first class.
Genealogy group meeting
HONESDALE – Meets the fourth Thursday of every month, Wayne County Historical Society's research library, 4:30 p.m. 570/253-3240.
Lupus support group meeting
HAWLEY – The Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania meets every fourth Wednesday of the month at Wallenpaupack Area High School, 4 p.m., free. 800/995-8787.
JEMS meeting
JEFFERSONVILLE – The Sullivan Renaissance beautification group meets every second Thursday at the village hall, 7 p.m. 845/482-3053 or 845/482-5047.
Renewable energy workshop
CALLICOON CENTER – A renewable energy workshop will be held every second Saturday through December, Apple Pond Farm, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 845/482-4764.
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