Thursday, Apr. 29

Pre-natal yoga with a partner

HONESDALE – Learn breathing techniques and yoga poses to strengthen, open and relax you at the Himalayan Institute, 2 to 4 p.m. $13 members, $16 non-members. Contact: 570/647-1550 ext. 3403.

Adoption and pet fair – thru May 4

ROCK HILL – Open house, lectures, demonstrations, music, raffles, face painting, vendors, refreshments. Bring your leashed pet! Sullivan SPCA, 12 noon to 6 p.m.845/295-2555.

Spring Nature Photography – thru May 20

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Join John Barclay on a day full of flowers and photos. Contact: Pocono Enviornmental Education Center, 570/828-2319..

Tutor training

HAWLEY – Wayne Pike Adult Literacy Program holds its basic 12 hour tutor training in two sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and from 4 to 7 p.m. on October 24. 570/253-3221.

Winter story time – thru March 10

MONTICELLO – Winter story time for preschoolers at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 9:30 Friday mornings. 3-4 year olds, free when accompanied by an adult. Contact: 845/794-4660.

First Friday

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce's First Friday at the Liberty Diner, 7:30 to 9 a.m. $10 members, $15 non-members and without reservation.

'Shabbat is fun'

MONTICELLO – A special Shabbat service for 4 to 8 year olds with Rabbi Michele Medwin at the Temple Sholom. Contact: 845/794-8731.

Sportsmen's show – thru January 8

KINGSTON – The 10th annual Keystone Outdoor Sportsmen's show with the Kingston National Guard Armory. Contact: 386/788-8988.

Board of Education workshop

ELDRED – There will be a Board of Education workshop just prior to the regular board meeting at the Eldred school, 4 p.m.

'The Cat's Meow'

MONTICELLO – Thomas Ince directs "The Cat's Meow," at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

"Personal Velocity"

MIDDLETOWN – Rebecca Miller translates her own novel into the screen in "Personal Velocity" at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Sullivan West PTSO meeting

JEFFERSONVILLE – The next Sullivan West elementary Parent/Teacher/Student Organization (PTSO) will be held at the Jeffersonville building, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/887-4327.

Blood drive

FALLSBURG – The Fallsburg High School Student Government Association sponsors a blood drive in the Red Cross Bloodmobile Van infront of the Fallsburg High School, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: ww.redcross.org.

'Petals for paws'

HONESDALE – The Dessin Animal Shelter holds a Valentine's Day "Petals for Paws" flower sale, carnations available at $1 each or 6 for $5. Contact: 570/253-4037.

Julia Duane Quinlan's booksigning

MILFORD – Mill Run Booksellers presents Julia Duane Quinlan's booksigning of "My Joy, My Sorrow" at the Upper Mill in Milford, 1 to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/296-BOOK (2665).

River Road Fair – thru July 9

BARRYVILLE – Vendors wanted for the 12th annual River Road Fair in on Saturday, July 9th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Crafts, antiques, flea market, baked goods, art, etc. $20/table. Contact: 845/557-8751 or email larutkin@hotmail.com.

Junk Jam

MOUNTAINDALE – live music, instrument making workshops, kids activities, food, vendors and more at the Mokuntaindale Sculpture Garden and Music Park in Mountaindale. Contact: 845/434-5446.

'All in a day's work'

HAWLEY – Learn how to research your family's history via the studie of case histories, research tools and general information on history research at the Wayne County Historical Society in Hawley, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. A tour of the Dorflinger Glass Museum will follow lunch. $20 for all day event. Contact: 570/253-3240.

Appalachian Trail hike

MILFORD – A 9-mile hike along the Appalachian Trail with the Gifford Pinchot Audubon Society meets at the Stokes State Forest parking lot on Route 206 in Sandyston Township, NJ, 7:30 a.m. Contact: 570/296-9487 or kayak@ptd.net.

Catskill Artists Gallery Exhibition – thru July 3

LIBERTY – Exhibition of the works of ceramicist Cecily Fortescue and painter Helena Clare Pittman, at the Catskill Artists Gallery, 38 South Main Street. Opening reception May 28 4 to 8 p.m. Contact: Peggy Friedman 845/292-8967.

Members' Art Show – thru July 31

LIBERTY – Liberty Museum and Art Center holds its 9th Annual Member Show. Opening reception June 4 8 to 10 p.m. Contact: 845/292-2394.

Fishing Exhibit – thru December 31

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Roland Harriman: Banker and Fly Fisherman, an exhibit at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Buseum. Admission $3; $1 children under 12; free to CFFCM members. Contact: 845/439-4810.

Flies from New Zealand – thru December 31

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Exhibit of New Zealand flies at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum. Admission $3; $1 children under 12; free to CFFCM members. Contact: 845/439-4810.

Sculpture Photographs – thru November 13

MOUNTAINVILLE – Exhibition of Richard Bellamy's photographs of the sculptures of Mark di Suvero, and works by Suvero, at Storm King Art Center. 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Watercolors and Sculpture – thru July 4

MILFORD – Opening of exhibit featuring watercolor paintings by Madeline Tully and paper sculpture by Chris Hobbs at the Artery. Reception 2 to 5 p.m. Gallery hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and Monday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/409-1234.

Exhibit – thru July 1

NARROWSBURG – Exhibit of clay work and collages at the Delaware Arts Center Gallery, 37 Main Street. Opening reception 7 to 9 p.m. Gallery hours Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Group Show – thru July 26

LIVINGSTON MANOR – "Public Spectacle," show featuring works by the Dry Goods Arts Association. At the Dry Goods Ground Space Gallery, 41 main Street. Fridays and Saturdays noon to 6 p.m.; Sundays noon to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Commedia dell'arte – thru July 17

SCRANTON – "La Bocca del Lupo," course in commedia dell'arte, Italian language and culture. June 19 to 24 at Marywood University, and July 3 to Jul 17 in Orvieto Italy. Contact: Carlie Nicastro 570/348-6237 ext. 2570.

Burrell oil paintings – thru July 8

FORESTBURGH – View oil paintings by Eleanor Burrell at the Tavern at the Forestburgh Playhouse in Forestburgh, NY.

Great Train Robbery – thru August 28

HONESDALE – Stourbridge Line runs its "Great Train Robbery" train rides, June 26, July 10, 17, 24 and 31 and August 7, 14, 21 and 28. $17/adults; $14 under 13. Departure time 1:30. Contact: 570/253-1960.

West Side Story – thru July 10

FORESTBURGH – Forestburgh Playhouse's production of "West Side Story." Tuesday through Saturday 8 p.m. $29.95. Wednesday 2 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m. $23.95. Nightly post-show cabarets. Contact: 845/794-1194.

Craft Study – thru July 10

TUSTEN – A weekend of studying crafts in the Catskill woods on Silver Lake, June 30 through July 3 and July 7 through July 10. Japanese pottery; silk painting; landscape painting; musician and doctor; culinary; woodcarving and more. Discount for registration before June 15. Contact: www.artsweekend.com.

Goldilocks – thru July 9

FORESTBURGH – "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," children's theatre at the Forestburgh Playhouse just west of the junction of Routes 42 and 43. Thursdays 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Saturdays 11 a.m. Contact: 854/794-1194.

Arts Alliance Show

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Arts Alliance presents "Art Teachers After Dark," a show featuring the work of current and retired art teachers. 6 to 9 p.m. at the Central Park Gallery, 914 Church Street, Honesdale.

'At Work and Play Behind the Notes

HORTONVILLE – A concert workshop, "At Work and Play Behind the Notes" will take place at the Hortonville Presbyterian Church in Hortonville. Contact: 845/932-8527.

Friday Business Exchange

LIBERTY – Do some business and some socializing at the first Friday Business Exchange at the Liberty Diner in Liberty, 7:45 to 9 a.m. $10 for reservation, $15 without reservation. Sponsored by The Easy Pages. Contact: 845/292-8500.

Quintet – thru July 3

MONTICELLO – The quintet Parrothead, playing in the style of Jimmy Buffett, performs in the Lava Lounge at Monticello Raceway. July 1, 2 and 3 at 9 p.m. Contact: 888/777-GAME.

Rummage Sale – thru July 8

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Rummage sale at Masonic Hall to benefit Sullivan Chapter #298 Order of Eastern Star. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8. Contact: 845/439-3357 or 439-4137.

Weekend of Chamber Music – thru July 3

HORTONVILLE – The Weekend of Chamber Music presents "Love and Loss in the Landscape," music by Nicholas Maw. Rehearsal July 1, 8 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Hortonville; concert July 2, 8 p.m. at the church; road concert July 3, 4 p.m. Country House Arts Center, Bloomingburg. Friday workshops free; Saturday concerts $25; Sunday $15. Contact: 845/782-7015.

Animal shelter yard sale – thru July 3

HONESDALE – A yard sale to benefit the Dessin Animal Shelter in Honesdale will be held on July 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and July 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 570/253-4037.

Birds of Prey

NARROWSBURG – Presentation by the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River on the Narrowsburg Deck, 10:30 a.m.. Learn about raptorial birds of the area. Contact: 570/685-4871.

Children's author

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Meet Peter Eastman, celebrating the release of his newest book. 4 p.m. at Hamish & Henry, 34B Main Street. Contact: 845/439-8029.

CMC senic bike ride

MARGARETVILLE – Join the Catskill Mountain Club for a 40 mile bike ride along the southeast side of the Pepacton Reservoir. A moderate-strenuous route, the course can be taken at a non-competative pace. Meeting in front of Margaretville Central School, Margaretville. 8:45 a.m. Contact: 845/586-2054..

David Sandlin Exhibit – thru July 31

LIVINGSTON MANOR – One-man show by David Sandlin, whose work appears at the Museum of Modern Art. At the Dry Goods Ground Space Gallery, 41 Main Street. Artist's reception 5 to 7 p.m. July 2. Gallery hours Fridays and Saturdays noon to 6 p.m.; Sundays noon to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

'Dining at the White House'

WHITE MILLS – The Dorflinger Glass Museum in White Mills will celebrate Independence Day weekend with a special display and program at Rogers M. Blough Bulidng , 2 to 4 p.m. Rare presidential glass will be on display and historial Kurt Reed will discuss 'Dining at the White House.' $5. Contact: 570/253-1185.

Firefly Program

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – "Nature's Fireworks," a program on fireflies at Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Wallenpaupack, 8 p.m., led by Environmental Educator Alice Smith-Goeke. $3 members; $5 non-members; 12 and under free. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Flea Market

PORT JERVIS – Fundraising flea market at the Humane Society of Port Jervis, 9 a.m. rain or shine. Contact: 845/856-3677 or www.pjhumane.org.

Free Fly Casting Instruction – thru July 30

FREMONT CENTER – Free fly casting instruction will be held at the Wildwood Gallery with instructor and outdoor writer, Scott Sampson at 2 p.m. on July 2, 16, 23 and 30. You must bring your own equipment. Contact: 845/887-5164.

Garage Sale – thru July 30

LIBERTY – A garage sale to benefit the Glory to God Christian High School will run on Saturdays July 2 to July 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 113 Bayer Road in Callicoon Center. Contact: 845-482-4394.

Gerry Gessie Duo Show

ELDRED – Musical entertainment by entertainer Gerry Gessie and his wife Ronnie at the Eldred Preserve in Eldred. All types of music, fun, and audience participation. Fireside menu available. 8 p.m.; free. Contact: 800/557-3474 or www.eldredpreserve.com.

Group Show Opening

FREMONT CENTER – Opening of group show at the Wildwood Gallery, 255 McColly Road in Fremont Center, NY. Gallery hours Sat and Sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/887-5164.

Independence Day Craft Fair – thru July 4

HONESDALE – Celebrate Independence day weekend with craft vendors on Saturday, July 2, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and shop at the Farmers Market from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. On July 3 test your luck with old-fashioned games in central park. On July 4 parking is free for the fireworks display beginning at dusk. Contact: 570/253-5492.

Paintings by Gustave Kaitz – thru July 31

HURLEYVILLE – Join the Catskill Arts Society for paintings by Gustave Kaitz (1913-1992) in their Beck Gallery in Hurleyville, NY. Reception July 2, 5 to 7 p.m. Gallery hours are Wed. through Sat. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Paintings by Margo Spoerri – thru August 1

JEFFERSONVILLE – "Paradiso," an exhibit of paintings by Margo Spoerri at The Blue Victorian in Jeffersonville. Artist's reception July 2 6 to 9 p.m. Exhibit through August 1. Contact: 845/482-5544.

Peachjam

CALLICOON – Enjoy pure rock'n roll all night with Peachjam at Hills Country Inn, 9 p.m. $7. Contact: 845/482-4729.

River City Brass Band

WHITE MILLS – The River City Brass Band will perform as part of the Wildflower Music Festival, 6 p.m. $15 or $6 for students 6 to 18. Contact: 570/253-5500.

Smallwood Fireworks

SMALLWOOD – The Civic Associaiton of Smallwood fireworks display will take place over Smallwood Lake at dusk.

Spoken Word

GRAHAMSVILLE – A Read-aloud at The Studio on Main Street in Grahamsville.$10. Contact: 845/985-2998.

Stars and Stripes Weekend – thru July 3

HONESDALE – Sponsored by the Greater Honesdale Partnership, 'Stars and Stripes Weekend' celebrates the Fourth of July weekend. Contact: 570/253-5492.

Summer Festival

WAYNE COUNTY – Orson UMChurch 1st Annual Summer Festival 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bake sale, yard sale, games(dunking booth, face painting,15ft slide,ect.) and food Off Route 370 on Oxbow Rd.

Summer Festival Concert

HORTONVILLE – "Summer Festival Concert" will take place at the Hortonville Presbyterian Church in Hortonville.$22 in advance, $25 at the door, children are free. Contact: 845/932-8527.

Tom Jones

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The second film screened in the 2005 CinePark season, 'Tom Jones' is the winner of four Academy Awards ub 1964. Free viewing at 8:45 p.m. Contact: 845/665-6152.

5K Run/Walk

SMALLWOOD – Smallwood-Mongaup Valley Fire Department hoststheir 4th annual 5K run/walk. $18; $20 day of registration. Contact: 845/292-3159 or 917/733-8527.

Bethel Fireworks

BETHEL – Enjoy the annual Town of Bethel fireworks display on Sunday, July 3 at dusk at the Kauneonga Lake Community Park

Block party

NARROWSBURG – Enjoy the parade, fire works, marching bands, live DJ, vendors and more at the Narrowsburg block party on Main Street from 12 noon to dusk. Free fun for the entire family. Vendor space still available. Contact: 845/252-3902.

Bluegrass

HONESDALE – Independence Day Celebration at Central Park, 6 p.m. Games, entertainment and fireworks.

Firefighting race

SMALLWOOD – The fighting fires 5K run/walk at the Mongaup Valley Volunteer Fire Department on Ballard Road in Smallwood.Proceeds benefit fire department. $20. Contact: 845/292-3159 or www.fightingfiresrace.com.

'Focus In/ Focus Out'

MOUNTAINDALE – Mountaindale art center and sculpture garden's second show of the season, 'Focus In/Focus Out' features photographs by Jonathan Hyman and Arthur Nichols. The show will also feature the second installment of 'Metal Works,' sculptures by Peter Mott. Gallery open the second Sunday of each month 12 noon to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5446.

Independence Reggae Fest

CALLICOON CENTER – An all-day event featuring Robanic, a high-energy reggae band from Albany, Independence Reggae Fest at Hill's Country Inn in Callicoon Center. 2 p.m. rain or shine. Barbeque for sale. Bonfire at dusk. Fireworks followed by DJ Wavy Davy at the clubhouse bar. Contact: 845/482-4729.

Jazz

BUSHKILL – New Jersey Symphony Orchestra plays a pops concert at the Mountain Laurel Center, with comedian Rich Ramirez. 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800.

Summer Festival of Events

HONESDALE – Celebrate Independence Day with games and vendors and stage and park entertainment starting at 6 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. in Honesdale, sponsored by the Wayne County Creative Arts Council. Rain date July 5.

Unitarian Fellowship Service

MINISINK – Independence Day Service and potluck lunch. 11 a.m. at the Minisink Battleground picnic pavillion. Contact: 845/252-6626 .

Weekend celebration – thru July 4

BUSHKILL – Celebrate Independence day weekend at the Mountain Laurel Center in Buskill with a "Salute to Hollywood" from the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra on July 3, 7:30 p.m. and at the fireworks sectacular on July 4, 5 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800.

Wildlife

SKINNER'S FALLS – Presentation by the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River at the Skinner's Falls river access, 2 p.m. Learn how to identify local mammals. Contact: 570/685-4871.

Bronx Opera to Perform

LIBERTY – The Bronx Opera will perform songs and broadway tunes at the Liberty Museum and Arts Center in Liberty, 4 p.m. Contact: 845/292-2394.

Buechner and Chase to perform

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Pianist Sara Davis Buechner and Stephanie Chase will perform on the violin at the Shandelee Music Festival in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3277.

Fireworks

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Independence Day fireworks display, near the High School over Lake Wallenpaupack. Contact: 570/226-3191.

Fireworks

MONTICELLO – Fireworks at Monticello Raceway, about 15 minutes after the conclusion of the racing program. Contact: 866/777-GAME.

Fourth of July Parade

LUMBERLAND – Parade from the Lumberland Fire Department to the Town Hall, 12:30 p.m. Refreshments and vendors under the pavilion.

Liberty celebrates independence

LIBERTY – Enjoy the excitement of a grand parade, street vendors, marching bands, floats, antique cars and more with Liberty's Independence Day Celebration. Contact: 845/292-9797..

Parade

HAWLEY – A parade celebrating Independence Day will march down Maple Ave in Hawley, 12 noon. Line up at 11 a.m.

Open enrollment – thru August 5

LIBERTY – Open enrollment for the Glory to God Christian Church High School in Liberty is currently taking place for grades 9 to 12. Contact: 845/292-7887.

Parents' Support Group – thru August 2

LIBERTY – Parents for Parents Support Group meets July 5, July 19 and August 2, 7 to 8:30 pm. at the Sullivan County BOCES, Rubin Pollack Education Center cafeteria. Contact: 845/292-0082, ext. 140.

Summer Youth Program – thru August 12

KAUNEONGA LAKE – Held for six weeks, Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. program consists of American Red Cross swim instruction, arts and crafts, field games, reading and dramatics, and a camp talent show held at the Duggan School in Kauneonga Lake and the Kauneonga Lake Firemen's Beach. $30 per child includes camp t-shirt.

'Taking Sides'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – The first in a series of three films discussing moral delemas, 'Taking Sides' is about Wilhelm Furtwangler during the Nazi era, Playing at Sullivan County Community College, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750.

A pictoral forest walk

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Take a pictoral walk through the fields and forest of PA with Jerry Zeidler's Images of Nature at the Lacawac Sanctuary's Carriage House in Lake Wallenpaupack. 7 p.m. $3 members; $5 non-members; 12 and under free. Contact: 570/689-9494.

AARP driver safety course – thru July 7

HARRIS – An 8-hour AARP driver safety course taught in two 4-hour sessions by Fred Levy on July 6 and 7 at the Catskill Regional Medical Center in Harris. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $10. Contact: 888/227-7669.

Beekeeping

SHOHOLA – Talk on beekeeping, hosted by the Shohola Railroad and Historical Society, 7 p.m. at the town hall, Twin Lake Road, Shohola. Contact: 570/296-1734.

Democratic Meetup

LIBERTY – Democracy for America holds a meetup 7 p.m. at the Liberty Free Theatre, 109 South Main Street, 7 p.m. Chris Cunningham will be guest speaker. Contact: 845/439-4633.

Ink and image

MILFORD – Japanese brush writing and stained and leaded glass works by Sharon Nakazato and Barbara Arrindell on display at the ARTery gallery in Milford. Reception July 9, 2 to 5 p.m. Gallery hours are Mond, Wed 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thurs and Sun 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact: 570/409-1234.

Koinonia Charity Golf Tournament

MILFORD – Play or sponsor a hole in the Koinonia Charity Golf Tournament at Clifton Park Golf Course in Milford, PA. A BBQ lunch at 11:30 a.m. will be followed by 18 holes of golf with a cart. $70 to play. Donations will be matched by the Hudson Valley New York chapter of Thrivent. Contact: 800/980-2267.

'Linguinie and Lust'

MONTICELLO – A lecture by Dr. Fred Gardaphe of SUNY Stony Brook, 'Linguine and Lust: Food and Sex in Italian American Culture' at the Crawford Public Library in Monticello. 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Veterans Representative

MATAMORAS – A representative from the governor's Veterans' Outreach and Assistance Center will be at the Westfall Township Building on Delaware Drive in Matamoras, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., to help individuals with questions about veterans' benefits. Contact: 570/654-9589.

'Aritificial Light' – thru July 9

LIBERTY – The Liberty Free Theatre presents "Aritificial Light," a new play by Paul Austin on July 7, 8 and 9, 7:30 p.m. Free admission. Seating Limited. Reservations suggested. Contact: 845/292-3788.

Art Appreciation

LIBERTY – Art historian Vesna Mison presents a slide show on the painting techniques and symbolic meanings in the paintings of Manet, Monet, Degas, Renior, Van Gogh, Whistler, and more. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Liberty library.

Art Classes – thru July 8

POND EDDY – Art Classes with Karen Smyth in the Squire's Barn on route 97 between Pond Eddy and Barryville. One day parent and child workshops on July 7 and 8, 10 to 12 p.m. for ages 3 to 5. class work in painting, collage and clay. $25. Contact: 845/557-0802.

Artful Labyrinth Camp for Teens – thru August 14

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road, presented by Andrey Tamarchenko and River Springs staff. Camp activities include: plen-air landscape painting, nature-based sculpture and architecture, music, hiking, animal husbandry, dreamwork, writing, labyrinth meditation, creative ritural and regular campfires. Overnight fee: $800; day only fee: $500. Contact: 845/436-4979.

Fine Art Classes for Ages 3-10 – thru August 26

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road. Three year old: Thursday 2:15-3:15 p.m.; Fout-Five year old: Thursday 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.; Six-10 year old: 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Introduction to art materials, stimulating imaginationa nd learning, developing coordination and fine motor skills. Contact: 845/436-4979.

Individualized Study: Painting/Drawing – thru August 26

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road, Friday: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Adults: Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced. Focuses on developing a familiarity and ease with representational subject matter. Contact: 845/436-4979.

Music Outdoors

HONESDALE – The Wayne Choralaires perform in Honesdale's Central Park, 7:30 p.m. Free will offering. Rain location Honesdale High School.

Painting/Drawing I (Foundation) for Ages 11-17 – thru August 26

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road, Friday: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Focuses on technical skills, study drawing both as a basis for painting and its own art form. Contact: 845/436-4979.

Penny Social

LAKE HUNTINGTON – Cochecton Republican Club holds a penny social at Lakeview Social Hall on Route 52. Doors 6:30; calling 8 p.m. Contact: 845/932-8617.

'The Boy Friend'

HAWLEY – Performance of "The Boy Friend" presented by the Wayne Memorial Hospital AUxiliary. 8 p.m. at the Ritz Company Playhouse. $10 includes show and refreshments. Contact: 570/226-2106.

Upper Delaware Council to meet

NARROWSBURG – Regular monthly meeting of the Upper Delaware Council at the UDC office on Bridge Street in Narrowsburg, 7:303 p.m. Discussion of old and new business. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Wildflower music festival

WHITE MILLS – The River City Brass Band returns to the Wildflower Music Festival at the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildflower Sanctuary amphitheater. 6 p.m. Contact: 570/253-5500 or www.dorflinger.org.

"The Queen of Bingo" – thru July 17

SOUTH FALLSBURG – Rivoli Theatre. A hilarious comedy that features a real game of Bingo during intermission. A lucky audience member will win a frozen turkey! Contact: Lori Schneider-Wendt, Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop, Inc.: 845/434-7232.

Are We There Yet? – thru July 9

HIGHLAND LAKE – A collection of old and new works choreographed and performed by company members and guest artists, 'Are We There Yet' at the North American Cultural LAboratory Theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. $15 adult, $10 student and senior. Contact: 845/557-0694.

DAR Meeting

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Meeting of he Beaverkill DAR chapter, at Lanza's Restaurant at 12:30 p.m. Presentation on computer literacy. Contact: 845/439-4878 or www.dar.org.

Doug Hilson exhibit – thru July 29

NARROWSBURG – A group of 240 framed drawings by Doug Hilson will be hung like a grid on the gallery walls at the Delaware Valley Arts Center in Narrowsburg. July 8 reception 7 to 9 p.m. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/252-7576.

Summer Festival – thru July 10

HURLEYVILLE – The Weekend of Chamber Music celebrates their summer festival with "In Virtuoso Traditon" at the Sullivan County Museum and Arts Center in Hurleyville, NY June 8 and 9, 8 p.m. $25 at door, $22/$20 in advance. At the Shadowbrook Inn and Resort in Tukhannock, PA, 3 p.m. $15. Contact: 845/932-8527 or www.wcmconcerts.org.

The future of the American Chestnut Tree

MILFORD – A program about the past and future of the American Chestnut Tree at Grey Towers in Milford, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/296-9672.

Weekend of Chamber Music – thru July 10

HORTONVILLE – The Weekend of Chamber Music presents "In Virtuoso Tradition," music by Nicholas Maw. Workshop July 8, 8 p.m. at the Sullivan County Museum in Hurleyville; concert July 9, 8 p.m. at the museum; road concert July 10, 3 p.m. at Shadowbrook Resort in Tunkhannock, PA. Friday workshops free; Saturday concerts $25; Sunday $15. Contact: 845/782-7015.

5k river run and 1 mile fun run

LACKAWAXEN – A 5k river run and 1 mile fun run along the Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen, PA. 5k $15 pre-registration or $20 same day; fun run $10 pre-registration or $15 same day. Meet at Lackawaxen Fire Department on 590. 8:45 a.m. Contact: 570/685-3756.

Antiques show – thru July 10

HONESDALE – Wayne County's 43 annual Wayne County Antiques Show will take place at Wayne Highlands Middle School in Honesdale, PA. July 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 10 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Artists' Studio Tour

HURLEYVILLE – View the works of over 50 artists at the Catskill Art Society's 10th annual Artists' Stuido Tour. Maps are free. $10 admission. Children under 12 are free. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Audubon Energy Field Trip

HONESDALE – Windmills, straw bales, solar pannels and geothermal units will be the highlights of the Audubon Energy Field Trip leaving from Honesdale at 9 a.m. and returning at aproximately 5 p.m. The bus is equiped with video screens. $15. Contact: 570/253-9250.

Breakfast Meeting

LIBERTY – Bonnie Gow is the guest speaker at the Liberty Aglow monthly breakfast meeting, 9 a.m. at the Glory to God High School on Route 52 in Liberty. $4. Contact: 570/729-7818.

Catskill Arts Society Tour

FREMONT CENTER – Special demonstrations during Catskill Arts Society tour on July 9 include demonstrations on maple syrup and folk art. Wine tasting on from 1 to 6 p.m. Contact: 845/887-5164.

Christian Music

BUSHKILL – Christian group Third Day performs at the Mountain Laurel Center, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800.

Cocolate Indulgences

NARROWSBURG – Learn about the history of the cacao tree and enjoy scrumptions treats at "Chocolate Indulgences; The Botany of Chocolate" with master gardener Louis Estabrook at the Tusten-Cochecton branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library on bridge street in Narrowsburg. $3 donation. Contact: 845/252-3360.

Doll show and sale

LIBERTY – The Catskill Mountain Doll club holds 18th annual doll show and sale at the firehouse in Liberty, NY. This year's theme is small and miniture dolls and doll houses. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $3 donation. Contact: 845/292-6628 or 607/498-4211..

Family Fun Festival

GALILEE – Have a ball at the Family Fun Festival at the Galilee Grange in Galilee, PA. Explore the indoor flea market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or take part in activities like art in the afternoon and bounce house from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/224-4536 or 224-4661..

Flamenco!

CALLICOON – Braman Arts of Callicoon presents Maya de Silva Chafe and Company in their presentation of "Flamenco" at the Callicoon Creek Park, 8 p.m. Suggested $5 donation. A workshop for children 7 to 16, 1 p.m. $10. 16 and up, 2 p.m. $15. Pregistration required. Contact: 846/887-1901.

Fly fishing lessons

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Learn to fly fish with lessons from Wayne Poppich, a fly fisherman for 44 years, at the visitor center on Lake Wallenpaupack. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $8 for members, $10 for non-members. pre-registration required. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Flying Karamazov Brothers

BUSHKILL – Avant garde circus act performers The Flying Karmazov Brothers at the Mountain Laurel Center, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800.

Marc Sloan to perform

DAMASCUS – Marc Sloan guitar performance, 5 to 7 p.m. at the art studio of Nancy Wells in Damascus. Contact: 570/224-4192.

Nutrition for Horses

MILFORD – Pennsylvania Cooperative Extension sponsors a worksho, "Nutrition and Forage for Horses," 11:30 a.m. at the Pike County Senior Center on Route 739 in Milford. $5; registration deadline July 6. Contact: 50/296-3400.

Open house at Nancy Wells – thru July 10

DAMASCUS – Open house at the studio of Nancy Wells featuring Nancy Wells digital and hand pulled prints, dolls and paper mache sculptures with guest artist Maggie Ens "Urban Jungle" necklaces 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the studio, 100 yards from the Pennsylvania side of the Cochecton bridge. Also musician Mark Sloan with a guitar performance 5 to 7 p.m. Contact: 570/224-4192.

Passage To Prosperity

HONESDALE – Pandit Rajmani Tigunait, Ph.D., Spiritual Head of the Himalayan Institute, gives a talk entitled "Spirituality – Passage to Prosperity." 2:00 p.m. at the Himalayan Institute Main Street, 630 Main. Free and open to public. Contact: 570/647-1550 ext 3403.

Penny Social

LUMBERLAND – Penny social, 4 p.m. at Lumberland Fire House, on Route 31, to benefit Circle Park.

Penny social

GLEN SPEY – Town of Lumberland Circle Park Committee holds giant penny social, at the Lumberland Fire House in Glen Spey, NY. doors open 4 p.m., calling 5 p.m. Contact: 845/856-0307.

Republican Party Barbeque

GLEN SPEY – Meet the local and county candidates at the Republican Party fundraiser barbeque at the Glen Spey Town Hall Pavilion, 1 to 5 p.m. $8 adults, $4 children under 12. Take-out available. Contact: 845/856-8600.

River Road Fair

BARRYVILLE – Barryville's River Road Fair. Yard sales along River Road 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lunch and strawberry shortcake at the Barryville Methodist Church. Contact: 845/557-8751.

Saw Mill demonstrations – thru July 10

EQUINUNK – The Joel Hill water-powered saw mill in Equinunk, PA is open for live demonstrations 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Spaghetti Dinner

LORDS VALLEY – All you can eat spaghetti dinner at at the Blooming Grove Fire Department fire hall, on Route 739 1 mile north of I-84. 4 to 7 p.m. $6. Contact: 570/775-7355.

'The Young Geezers' to perform

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Acoustic folk, bluegrass and old-timey music describe the sound of 'The Young Geezers,' performing at Lacawac Sanctuary's historic Carriage House on Lake Wallenpaupack. 7 p.m. Donations accepted. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Tie-Dye Festival

DINGMAN'S FERRY – PEEC hosts a hands-on family festival to learn the art of tie-dye, followed by guided nature hike. $29 includes materials you can take home when done; participants also encouraged to bring their own dying items. 3 p.m. at the center. Pre-registration recommended. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Wurtsboro Founder's Day Fair

WURTSBORO – A street fair ceelbrating Wurtsboro Founder's Day features entertainment, rides, games and shows will take place in the village of Wurtsboro, 11 a.m. Contact: 845/888-0626 or www.wurtsboro.org.

50th Anniversary Yard Sale

MONTICELLO – A yard sale will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Temple Sholom in Monticello, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Featuring an array of unique items for sale. Contact: 845/794-8731 or 794-3934.

Baby Jane Dexter performance

WHITE LAKE – Baby Jane Dexter returns to the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake to perform in the Nancy LaMott Room, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover includes a drink. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Bird Walk

BARRYVILLE – Meet 7 a.m. at The Spring House Commons for early morning bird walk, led by Sean Sime, head of the Central Park Flyway Audubon program. Contact: 845/557-8751.

Blooms & Butterflies

BASHAKILL – Local butterfly expert John Kenney leads a tour of the Basha Kill. Meet 10 a.m. at parking lot on Haven Road on west side of Basha Kill, off Route 209 south of Wurtsboro. Contact: John Kenney 845/436-6046.

Car show, flea market and craft show

NEWFOUNDLAND – The 31st annual Wayne-Pike Region AACA antique, classic and custom car show, flea market and indoor craft show at the Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fairgrounds in Newfoundland, PA. Doors open at 8 a.m. for show participants; 9 a.m. for spectators. $3. Children under 12 free. Contact: 570/224-4894..

Favorite Songs

WHITE MILLS – The Wayne Choralaires perform "Our Favorite Songs" at the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary in White Mills, 6 p.m. Free-will offering. Bring seating.

Golf tournament

FRENCH WOODS – The 7th annual golf tournament to benefit the Grover Herman Hospital at the French Woods Golf and Country Club. Breakfast from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Tee off at 10:30 a.m. $60. Contact: 845/887-4857 or 887-4719.

Great Train Robbery Run – thru July 31

HONESDALE – Take a ride on the Stourbridge Line for the Great Train Robbery run July 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 1:30 p.m. Departing from Honesdale, the three and a half hour round trip ride will stop in Hawley for some shopping. Contact: 570/253-1960.

Honesdale Hose Chicken Barbecue

HONESDALE – A Chicken Barbecue, put on by Honesdale Hose Co. No 1 from 10 a.m. until sold out. Menu includes half chicken, baked potato, cucumber salad, dinner roll, iced tea or lemonade and a brownie. Tickets are $7.50 each.

Impact of white-tail deer

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Dr. Dan Townsend will discuss the impact of white-tail deer on Lacawac's forest at the visitors center at Lake Wallenpaupack. $3 for members; $5 non members; 12 and under are free. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

La Traviata – thru August 7

NARROWSBURG – Performance of "La Traviata" by the Delaware Valley Opera in collaboration with Hudson Opera Theatre, at Tusten Theatre, 210 Bridge Street. 3 p.m. July 10 and August 7; 7:30 p.m. July 16 and 24. Contact: 845/252-3136.

Our Favorite Songs

WHITE MILLS – Join director Patricia Spoor and accompanist Ben Murry for 'Our Favorite Songs' at the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary at 6 p.m. Bring lawn chairs. A free-will offering will be taken.

Pancake Breakfast

OBERNBURG – A pancake breakfast at St. Mary's Church Hall in Obernburg, NY, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. $5 adults, $3 under 12, 5 and under free. Contact: 607/498-4741.

Safe Water and Safe Wells

PHILLIPSPORT – A business meeting and community center update of Safe Water and Safe Wells with Kate Schmidt, Sullivan City Div. of Planning and Development, 5 p.m. Free refreshments will follow at 6 p.m. The group continues their community drives for neighbors in need donations of food, clean clothing and toys. Contact: 845/647-8722 or 647-3454.

Simply Sexy Salsa

KAUNEONGA LAKE – The premier tea dance of Simply Sexy Salsa with a complimentary dance lesson from Carey Gordon at the Fat Lady Cafe in Kaueonaga Lake, 3 to 7 p.m. $10. Contact: 845/583-7133.

'Slog the Bog'

THOMPSON – Explore the areas in and around the Glacial Weir's Pond at Florence Shelly Preserve with educator and naturalist Tom McLane. meet at the parking lot one mile north of Thompson on Route 171. warm, protective footware recommended. Contact: 570/879-4244.

Art Classes – thru July 22

POND EDDY – Week long art classes with Karen Smyth in the Squire's Barn on route 97 between Pond Eddy and Barryville. River combers workshop July 11 to 15; printmaking workshop July 18 to 22. Classes for any age. 1 to 4 p.m. $100. Contact: 845/557-0802.

Babes in the Woods

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Introduce little ones to nature in a positive way with Alice Smith-Goeke on a nature stroller walk 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Lacawac Environmental Center's visitor center. Hands on program. $3 for members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Cardiac Support Group

HARRIS – Open to community members with cardiovascular disease and those with an interest in learning more, this free support group meets at the Catskill Regional Medical Center Board Room on the 2nd floor in the Ambulatory Services Building in Harris, 12 to 2 p.m. Contact: 845/794-3300.

Charity Golf

SHAWNEE – Charity golf tournament at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, to benefit Save-A-Dog humane society. Registration 11 a.m. $115; $10 discount with group of four or more. Contact: 570/856-6407.

'Good Vibes'

HONESDALE – The first annual Honesdale Jazz Festival, "Good Vibes" will perform as part of the Wayne County Creative Arts Council's Summer Festival of Events in Honesdale's Central Park, 7:30 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket. Contact: 570/253-3855.

Penny social and raffle

WELCOME LAKE – Take a chance at the Welcome Lake Fire Co. penny social and raffle at the fire company. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., numbers are called at 8 p.m. Contact: 570/729-7545.

Pike County Public Library Meeting

MILFORD – A quarterly meeting of The Friends of the Pike County Public Library at the Biondo Building Community Room, Broad Street Milford, 10 a.m. Will discuss upcoming newsletter, luncheon, and book/bake sales. Contact: 570/296-6509.

Tai Chi – thru August 29

BEACH LAKE – Beginners' course in Tai Chi Chuan, taught by Lenny Friedland of Long River Tai Chi Circle. Mondays 6 to 7 p.m. at the Berlin Township Community Center in Beach Lake. $136 for full summer. Contact: 570/729-8862.

Vacation Bible School – thru July 15

BEACH LAKE – Vacation bible school at the Beach Lake United Methodist Church from 6 to 8 p.m. features 'Serengeti Trek' for ages 3 to 11. Contact: 570/729-7011.

AARP driver safety program – thru July 14

MAMAKATING – An 8-hour AARP driver safety course in two 4-hour sessions given by Rosemarie Amann on July 12 and 14 at the Mamakating Town Hall on Route 209. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $10. Contact: 888/227-7669.

Beneficial Bats – thru July 14

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Part of the Knee-High to Nature series, 'Beneficial Bats' for junior naturalists 3 to 5-years-old July 12 or 6 to 9-years-old July 14 at the Lacawac Sanctuary on Lake Wallenpaupack. $3 members, $5 non-members. Reservations required. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Book Discussion

MONTICELLO – A selection from "The Wealth of Nations" by Adam Smith will be discussed at the E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Copies are available at the library. Contact: 845/794-4602.

Day hike

LIBERTY – Learn basic hiking and camping techniques on Sullivan County 4-H hike at Walnut Mountain Park in Liberty, NY. Walnut Mountain Park is the second highest point in Sullivan County. Contact: 845/292-4641..

'Platoon'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – The second in a series of three films discussing moral delemas, 'Platoon' is about a raw recruit in Vietnam town between two sergeants, Playing at Sullivan County Community College, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750.

River Safety

NARROWSBURG – A river safety program covering basic canoeing technique, safe canoeing practices, safety equipment and emergency situations at the Public Library in Narrowsburg, 11:30 a.m. Contact: 845/252-3360.

Seven Brides for Seven Brothers – thru July 24

FORESTBURGH – Forestburgh Playhouse's production of "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers." Tuesday through Saturday 8 p.m. $29.95. Wednesday 2 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m. $23.95. Nightly post-show cabarets. Contact: 845/794-1194.

Woman's Community Club Meeting

LAKE HUNTINGTON – Jane Morris from River Lights Yogi will be the guest speaker at the Women's Community Club meeting at the Town Hall in Lake Huntington, 7:30 p.m. Wear comfortable clothes. Contact: 845/783-2522.

'A Tribute to Frank Sinatra

MONTICELLO – A live music program and tribute to Frank Sinatra lead by Louis Landon at the Crawford Public Library in Monticello. 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660. .

Birds of Prey

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – See golden eagles, hawks, owls and a falcon up close at the Delaware Valley Raptor Center with Bill Streeter. $3 for members, $5 non-members. 12 and under are free. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Caregiver Workshop

LIBERTY – Workshop "Continuum of Care," with information on services available to senior caregivers. 1 to 5 p.m. at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Center on Ferndale-Loomis Road. Registration required. Contact: 845/292-5250.

Christmas tree growers meeting

TUNKHANNOCK – Tree growers field meeting at Bennies Nurseries’ Tree Farm, 6 - 8:30 p.m.

Day Camp – thru August 15

DINGMAN – PEEC's summer day camp, available for children 3 to 15 years old. Regular camp activities such as swimming and arts and crafts, as well as wildlife study and nature hikes. $65 for toddlers and $130 ages 6 and up. Contact: 570/828-2319 or peec@ptd.net.

'If These Walls Could Talk'

HONESDALE – Learn how to find the history of your house and about the people who use to live there at 'If these walls could talk' at the Blough building at the Dorflinger Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m. $3 for members, $5 for non-members. reservations required. Contact: 570/253-3240 or wchspa@ptd.net.

Madcap Murder Mystery – thru August 24

HAWLEY – Dinner and a show at the Falls Port Inn and Restaurant in Hawley when the Lakeside Players perform "Delt a Deadly Hand, Murder at the Pocono Royal Casino." Contact: 570/226-8213 or elitepromotions@aol.com.

Rabies Clinic

ELDRED – A rabies clinic for pets at least three months old will be held at the Eldred Town Hall, 7 to 8 p.m. $5 donation.

Your Energy Future

LAKE ARIEL – A discussion with a panel of experts discuss energy issues including global warming, energy prices, independence from fossil fuels and sustainable environmental initiatives at the Hideout at Lake Ariel, PA, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/352-4841.

Bethel Town Meetings – thru July 28

BETHEL – The Bethel Town Board will meet on July 14 and 28 at the Senior Center, 7:30 p.m. The Planning Board will meet July 12 at the Senior Center, 7:30 p.m. and the Zoning Board will meet July 18 at the Bethel Justice Court, 7:30 p.m.

'Casinos... Now What?'

LIBERTY – Casino-Free Sullivan County presents 'Casinos... now what?' at the Liberty Senior Center, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/434-2284.

'Catch!' – thru July 17

BUSHKILL – Master jugglers, comedic mayhem and theater at the Flying Karamazov Brothers "Catch" at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800 or www.mountainlaurelcenter.org.

Healthy Eating

LIBERTY – Nutritional lecture by Dr. Joseph Grable of Ellenville, on why diets usually don't work and what healthy eating looks like. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Liberty library.

Hickory Rose to perform

HONESDALE – Staying true to the roots of country music, "Hickory Rose" will perform as part of Summer Festival in Honesdale's Central Park, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3855..

Jack and the Beanstalk – thru July 23

FORESTBURGH – "Jack and the Beanstalk," children's theatre at the Forestburgh Playhouse just west of the junction of Routes 42 and 43. Thursdays 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Saturdays 11 a.m. Contact: 854/794-1194.

Marcus Joseph Golf Classic

KIAMESHA LAKE – Take part in the Marcus Joseph Golf Classic and help support the American Cancer Society. Check in is at 11 a.m. at The Concord Resort and Golf Club in Kiamesha Lake, NY. $125. Contact: 845/794-2235 or 800/233-5049..

Proposed Historic District Information Meeting

LIBERTY – Neil Larson will offer a presentation on a proposed historic district in Liberty at the Liberty Museum, 6 p.m. Contact: 518/237-8643 ext. 3261.

'The West End Klezmorim'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A foot-stomping celebration with clarinet king Harold Seletsky featuring vocals by Richie Chiger at the Seeling Theatre on Sullivan County's Loch Sheldrake campus, 2 and 8 p.m. $18 per show, $15 for seniors, students and staff. Group rates available. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4303.

'Anne' – thru July 31

MIDDLETOWN – SummerStar Theatre's production of the musical "Anne" at the Orange County Community College in Middletown, NY. July 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 and 30, 8 p.m. and July 17, 24 and 31, 3 p.m. $15 or $10 students and seniors. One general admission gets one child free. Contact: 845/341-4789..

Annual arts and crafts exhibition – thru July 24

MILFORD – The 55th annual arts and crafts exhibition at the Milford Borough Hall in Milford, weekends 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact: 570/296-4040.

Book Fair – thru July 21

CALLICOON – Book fair at the Delaware Youth Center in Callicoon July 15, 18, 20 and 21, 9 a.m. to 12 noon . Partial proceeds will benefit the youth center. Contact: 845/887-4783.

Calk It Up

NARROWSBURG – Express your artistic talent all over the parking lot at the Narrowsburg branch of the Tusten-Cochecton Library. Grand prize winners, judged by art professionals from the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, will recieve a family fun pack to the Forstburgh Playhouse. Contact: 845/252-3360.

Giant Bazaar – thru July 16

YOUNGSVILLE – Last of the old time bazaars at the St. Francis Church in Youngsville. Games, food, raffles, DJ Mark. 6 to 10 p.m.

Grand Journey Tour – thru July 19

KINGSTON – A tour of the canal schooner the Lois McClure, the Hudson River Maritime Museum and the Lake Champlain Maritime Museum collaborate to retrace the historic route through the Lake Champlain Northern Canal, along the river to New York City.$2 donation, boat rides to Rondout Lighthouse are $10 adults, $7 children and seniors. $5 trolly rides. Contact: 845/338-0071.

Harry Potter Gala

LIVINGSTON MANOR – "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban" is shown at Dry Goods Ground Space in Livingston Manor, 41 Main Street, 9 p.m. 11 p.m. at Hamish & Henry Booksellers, 34B Main Street, a book gala leads up to midnight when "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" goes on sale. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Latn Jazz

BUSHKILL – Poncho Sanchez Latin Jazz Band with the Tito Puente, Jr. Orchestra perform at the Mountain Laurel Center, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800.

LAVA performs (w) HOLE – thru July 16

HIGHLAND LAKE – The NaCL theatre presents LAVA, a company of woman acrobats and dancers at the NaCL Theatre in Highland Lake, NY. Contact: 845/557-0694.

Learn to Fly Fish

PINE HILL – Learn how to fly fish with Chris Olney, Director of Conservation, at the Pine Hill Lake Day Use Area in Pine Hill, NY, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/586-2611.

Photography Class – thru July 17

DINGMAN'S FERRY – An introducion to the world of photography, the Pocono Environmental Education Center offers a class July 15 through 17, $159 includes cabins or $119 without. Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org..

Poncho Sanchez Latin Jazz Band

BUSHKILL – Poncho Sanchez Latin Jass Band performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800 or www.mountainlaurelcenter.org.

Romancing the night – thru July 17

ROSCOE – Concluding Summer Festival 2005, "Fleet Moods and the Age of Romance" features flute, violin, piano and cello music by Maw, Beethoven, Schumann and Dvorak. July 15 and 16 at the Inn in Roscoe and July 17 at Central Valley United Methodist Church on Route 32 in Orange County. Contact: 845/782-7015.

Sabbath Worship and Study – thru July 16

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Sabath worship and study at the Congregation Agudas Achim, a Reform Synagogue in Livingston Manor. "What does God require of you?" July 15, 8 p.m. "Torah from the Trout Stream" July 16, 10:30. Contact: 845/439-5708.

Sacred Link Art Exhibition – thru July 24

HONESDALE – The launch of the expanded exhibiton of works by tribal and village artists from developing countries, The Sacred Link Art Exhibit at the Himalayan Institute on Main Street in Honesdale, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-9078.

Softball Tournament – thru July 17

COCHECTON CENTER – A 10-team softball tournament of Ron's Riners and the Cochecton Center Community Club to benefit the children's playground at Heinle's field 6:30 p.m. July 15, 8 a.m. July 16 and 17. Chicken barbeque 4 p.m. Saturday. Duck Race 3 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Contact: 845/252-3634.

Weekend of Chamber Music – thru July 17

HORTONVILLE – The Weekend of Chamber Music presents "Fleet Moods & the Age of Romance," music by Nicholas Maw. Rehearsal July 15, 8 p.m. Big Twig Studio in Roscoe; concert July 16, 8 p.m. at Big Twig; road concert July 17, 3 p.m. United Methodist Church, Central Valley, NY. Friday workshops free; Saturday concerts $25; Sunday $15. Contact: 845/782-7015.

Auditions for boys

SCRANTON – The Northeast Theatre will hold childrens auditions for three double cast roles for boys 10 to 15 in 'Kringle's Window,' a holiday fantasy for the famliy by Mark MEdoff. Audition from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Theatre's basement studio in the Waverly Community House on North Abington Road. Contact: 570/347-6729.

Butterfly Workshop

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Workshop on raising butterflies led by expert Rick Mikula, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Pocono Environmental Education Center. Attendees will receive materials and training to teach a full semester class. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Contra Dance

GALILEE – Learn and experience fun and social Contra Dancing at the Galilee Grange Hall in Galilee, 7 to 10 p.m. $5 per person or $10 per family. Featuring the music of local river band, "It Couldn't Hoit." Contact: 845/887-4932.

Country Music

BUSHKILL – Country duo Montgomery Gentry performs at the Mountain Laurel Center, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800.

Dancing in the moonlight

CALLICOON CENTER – Enjoy live jazz and a swinging time at the Hills Country Inn in Callicoon Center, 8:30 p.m. $7. Contact: 845/482-4729.

Exploring the Delaware River

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Join renowned author and botanist, Dr. Ann Rhoads for a canoe trip to explore wildlife along the Delaware River. 9 a.m. at the Delaware Highlands Conservancy in Hawley, PA. Contact: www.delawarehighlands.org.

Flea Market

MONTICELLO – Wesleyan Service Guild holds a flea market in the church hall. Tables $10 each. Contact: Shirley 845/794-4635, Carol 794-5345 or Joan 794-7852.

Flea Market and Art Show

GLEN SPEY – Annual giant flea market and art show with the Lumberland Senior Club from 9 to 4 p.m. at the Town Pavilion in the town hall and senior center in Glen Spey. Free parking and admission. Contact: 845/856-7989.

Flea market/ast show

LUMBERLAND – Indoor and outdoor flea market, with cake sale and unique vendors.

Harry Potter Lock In

DINGMAN – In celebration of the sixth Harry Potter book, expected out on July 16, the Pike County Public Library's Dingman Township Branch will hold a lock in for teens ages 12 to 18. 5 to 9 p.m. Preregistration required. Contact: 570/686-7045.

'Herd 'em up and move 'em out' – thru July 17

LACKAWAXEN – A weekend of Wild West Fun at the second annual Zane Grey Days Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/685-4871.

Montgomery Gentry

BUSHKILL – Country duo Montgomery Gentry performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800 or www.mountainlaurelcenter.org.

Murder Mystery Party

PARKSVILLE – Murder Mystery "Squire's Inn," at The Dead End Cafe. Hors d'oeuvres 6:30 p.m.; seating 7 p.m. $38.95. Contact: 845/292-0202.

Murder, Mayhem and Misadventures

HONESDALE – Stories and sidebars from days of old "Murder, Mayhem and other Sundry Misadventures" at the Cedar House Museum in Honesdale, 6 p.m.

Native American Archeology

BUSHKILL – The third in a series of monthly lectures, "Native American Archeology Along the Delaware River" will be lead by Bill Barse, who directed the excavations at the Shoemaker Ferry site in 2004, at the Bushkill Meeting Center on Route 209, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/588-2451 or 570/828-2253.

Native American Archeology

BUSHKILL – The third in a series of monthly lectures, Bill Barse will discuss Native American archeology along the Delaware River. at the Bushkill Meeting Center (the former Bushkill Visitor Center) on Route 209, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/588-2451 or 570/828-2253.

Russell P. Bellico Book Signing

KINGSTON – As part of the Lois McClure Family Festival at the Hudson River Martime Museum, author Russell P. Bellico will lecture and sign books, 1 to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/338-0071.

Russer Bellico book signing

KINGSTON – Lecture and book signing by author Russel Bellico, "Life on a canal boat:the journals of Theodore D. Bartley 1861-1889. $4, free for members. Contact: 845/338-0071 ext. 13.

Silent Auction Dinner Dance

PORT JERVIS – The annual Silent Auction Dinner Dance to benefit the Survivor's Recource Emergency Shelter will be held at the Erie Trackside Manor in Port Jervis, starting 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/296-2827.

'Summer Earth' – thru August 28

LIBERTY – "Summer Earth," an exhibition of the works of potter Barbara Brown and photographer Greg Miller at the Catskill Artists Gallery in Liberty, 4 to 8 p.m. Contact: 845/292-0310.

Summer Lovin'

WURTSBORO – lively, fun and enchanting music from broadway, 'Summer Lovin' at the Community Church of Wurtsboro is great for the whole family, 8 p.m. $15 or $10 for students and seniors. Contact: 845/888-2798.

'The Princess of Serendip'

WURTSBORO – "The Princes of Serendip" and special guest Daniel Driscoll will perform at the Uncommon Grounds Coffee Hose and Cabaret on Sullivan Street, Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. $8. Contact: 845/888-2121.

Walk/Run

HONESDALE – The 20th annual Dr. William Perkins Memorial event, 5K walk/run, quarter mile run, one mile run and summer camp team award starts at 8:30 a.m. at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. Contact: 570/253-8724 or 570/253-1025.

Waterfall Tour

HONESDALE – Spend the day exploring and learning the cultural history of several waterfalls in the Pocono region with naturalist, Susan Thompson from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ages 10 to adult, $3 for members, $5 non-members. Bring a lunch to enjoy. Meet at the Honesdale High School parking lot. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Woodland Weavers and Spinners Guild

DAMASCUS – The next meeting of the Woodland Weavers and Spinners Guild at the Town Hall in Damascus, social hour 10 a.m. buiness meeting 11 a.m. Bring a lunch and mug. Presentation 'Weaving the Varigated Warp' by Karlyn Shedlowski. Contact: 607/498-4614.

Yard, Book and Bake Sale

PHILLIPSPORT – Yard book and bake sale at Phillipsport Community Center, on Red Hill Road next to the church. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. No early birds. Vendors welcome $15 (members $10). Setup 8 a.m. Contact: Call 647-3453 or 647-8730.

All you can eat breakfast

LORDS VALLEY – An all you can eat breakfast sponsored by the Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Deparment, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. $5 or $3 for children under 12. Contact: 570/775-7355.

Annual Pancake Breakfast

JEFFERSONVILLE – The Jeffersonville Fire Department holds their annual pancake breakfast at their fire house, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. $5 adults, $4 children, 5 and under are free.

Charity Horse Show

JEFFERSONVILLE – The Jeffersonville Lions Club sponsores a Charity Horse Show at Stone Wall Farms on Callicoon Center Road in Jeffersonville. Contact: 845/482-5568 or diehl@in4web.com.

Garden Club Tour

MONROE – The Monroe County Gardent Club self-guided garden tours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $8 members or in advance, $10 at the door. Contact: 570/629-2822 or monroecountygardenclub@yahoo.com.

Golf Tournament

ROSCOE – The 4th annual Golf Tournament to benefit various Liberty Elks charities, tournament held at the Tennahah Lake Golf and Tennis Club in Roscoe, shotgun start 1 p.m. $65. Prizes include a 2005 Ford Escape. Contact: 845/482-5331 or 845/292-3434.

Herp Hunt I

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Get wet and slimy snaging frogs at the Pike Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, PA. 2 to 4 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/83=28-2319.

Horseshoe Tournament

SHOHOLA – Sholola Rod & Gun Club hold a horseshoe tournament at noon. $20 includes food and beverage. Contact: 570/559-7459.

Joanne Michaels book signing

KINGSTON – Lecture and book signing by author Joanne Michaels "The Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains, An explorers guide (5th edition)" free admission. Contact: 845/338-0071 ext. 13.

'Just for Laughs'

LIBERTY – A night of comedy at the Congregation Ahavath Israel in Liberty, "Just for Laughs," 7 p.m. $28. Contact: 845/292-8843.

Northeast Theatre Auditions

SCRANTON – Open auditions for several plays at the Northeast Theatre in Scranton, 6 to 8 p.m. Sign-in beginning at 5:45. Contact: www.thenortheasttheatre.us.

Phillip Officer performance

WHITE LAKE – Phillip Officer to perform in the Nancy LaMott Room of the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover includes a drink. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Guitar concert

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Country and traditional music on the steel and electric guitar with Paul Vansant and Dick Brandt at Sanctuary's historic Carriage house, 7 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members Contact: 570/689-9494.

'Jolly Joe and the Bavarians'

HONESDALE – High energy, good-time music, "Jolly Joe and the Bavarians" will perform in Honesdale's Central Park, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3855.

'Copenhagen'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – The third in a series of three films discussing moral delemas, 'Copenhagen' is about Werner Heisenberg and Niels Bohr, pivotal figures in the development of modern physics and the atom bomb. Playing at Sullivan County Community College, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Damaging Invasive Plants

HONESDALE – A program on invasive plants and the damage they can do to the environment at the Chamber of Commerse Building on Commercial Street in Honesdale, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/676-9969.

Democratic Caucus

HIGHLAND – A Democratic Caucus at the Eldred Town Hall in Highland, NY, 7 p.m. For the purpose of nominating candidates for supervisor, town clerk, two councilmen and highway superintendent.

Flood Control Discussion

HAWLEY – A fact-finding program on flood contnrol, lake managment, emergency communication, damn safety, water quality and ecological impacts, the Lackawaxen River Conservancy will host a discussion at the Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Center in Hawley, 7:30 p.m. Contact: tlrc@ltis.net.

Knee-High to Nature, 'Life in a Pond'

LAKE ARIEL – A nature program for kids at Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, "Life in a Pond" is for 3 to 5 year olds. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Rabies Clinic

MANCHESTER – A rabies clinic at the Manchester Township Building, 7 to 8 p.m. $5 donation. Kepp pets in car, vet will come to them.

Sibling Support Group – thru August 2

LIBERTY – Sibling Support Group meets July 19 and August 2, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Sullivan County BOCES, Rubin Pollack Education Center cafeteria. Contact: 845/292-0082, ext. 140.

Suzuki Method Introductory Violing Class – thru August 23

ELLENVILLE – Music Institute of Sullivan and Ulster Counties, Inc. Group, partner and private lessons. Contact: 845/647-5087 or 845/943-8739.

UDC committee to meet

NARROWSBURG – The next monthly meeting of the Water Use/Resource Management Committee at their office on Bridge Street in Narrowsburg, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Vaudeville Variety Show

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Stilt-walking, clowns, song, dance and comedy for all ages presented by the NaCl Theatre at the Seelig Theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake Campus, 10:30 a.m. $6. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Compassionate Friends Picnic

HONESDALE – An international organization offering friendship and understanding to beraved parents, Compassionate Friends will hold a summer picnic social at the home of Sharon Gumpper, 498 Old Willow Avenue in Honesdale at 6 p.m. Bring a covered dish to share. Advance notice appreciated. Contact: 570/253-2503or 253-8273.

Gypsy Moth Suppression

HAWLEY – A public meeting to discuss a possible Gypsy Moth suppression program for 2006 in the auditorium of the Wallenpaupack Area High School in Hawley, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220 or jyoder@pikepa.org.

'Love and Sex in the French Opera'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Musical director of the Delaware Valley Opera, Ron DeFesi will host "Love and Sex in the French Opera" at the Seelig Theatre at Sullivan County Community College in Loch Sheldrake, 2 p.m. $3. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext 4303.

The History and Archeology of Jerusalem

MONTICELLO – Learn about the history and archeology of Jerusalem with Dr. Esther Grushkin at the Crawford Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4602.

The Secret Life of Bluegill

LAKE ARIEL – A common fish species in lakes throughout the Poconos, learn about the Bluegill at Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Business Card Exchange

PORT JERVIS – An evening of networking at the Mountain Top Seafood and Grill inside the Comfort Inn in Port Jervis, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/856-6694.

Conversations with disciples of Dorothy Day

LIBERTY – Two disciples of Dorothy Day talk about their work on the newspaper, "The Catholic Worker," and in the kitchens of the Hospitality House in the East Village of New York City at the Liberty Public Library, 6:30 p.m.

Damascus Food Pantry

DAMASCUS – The Damascus Area Pantry at the Damascus township building, 1 to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/224-4189 or 570/253-1698.

David Weinerith: New Medicare Prescription Plan

HONESDALE – Wayne County Public Library, 1406 Main Street, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Weinerith's presentation will include "Information on New Medicare Prescription Plan" and "Information on Extra Help for Premium Cost". Seats are limited, please RSVP. Contact: 845/253-1220.

Dorothy Day

LIBERTY – Dorothy Day, author and founder of the Catholic Worker Movement, is the subject of a conversation-onterview with Sheila Dugan. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Liberty Library. Contact: Liberty Library staff.

Full Moon Walk

LAKE ARIEL – Meet at the Visitor Center at Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel for a full moon walk. Listen for night animal activity. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Junior Naturalists, 'Life in a Pond'

LAKE ARIEL – A nature program for junior natualists at Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, "Life in a Pond" is for 6 to 9 year olds. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Old Time Fiddlers

HONESDALE – The Old Time Fiddlers to perform in Honesdale's Central Park, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3855.

Oodles of Noodles

NARROWSBURG – Learn how to cook chinese noodle dishes by yourself with Norma Chang at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library in Narrowsburg, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Preregistration required. Contact: 845/252-3360..

'The Fantastics' – thru July 24

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A timeless tale of love, "The Fantastics" at the Seeling Theatre on Sullivan County's Loch Sheldrake campus, Thursday 2 and 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4303. .

CANT and Elsie's Blues – thru July 23

HIGHLAND LAKE – Written and performed by Jenny Magnus, CANT explores the relationship between a woman, her doppleganger, and a bag of rice the exact weight of her only child, at the NACL Theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

Cruizen Sullivan County

WHITE LAKE – Take your classic, antique, muscle car or street rod for a night out with Cruizen Sullivan County at the Fly-In Saucer Cafe in White Lake. Contact: 800/557-1147 or 570/739-7080..

Dana Duke photography – thru August 12

CALLICOON – An exhibit of photography by Dana Duke at the Jerico Fine Arts Gallery in Callicoon, Opening reception July 22, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 845/887-5990 or www.jericogallery.com.

Olive drab performs

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A funky evening of food, drink and fun, the rock and country band Olive drab performs upstairs at Resort in Livingston Manor, 9:30 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3400.

Watercolor Workshop – thru July 23

LIBERTY – A two day, 8-hour watercolor workshop at the Liberty Museum and Arts Center, July 22 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and July 23 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 12 student maximum. $65 members, $75 non-members. Contact: 845/292-2394.

14th Annual Church Fair

CLARYVILLE – Claryville Reformed Church, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lunch available. Fancy work, quilted items, toys, books, plants, jams and other goodies. Contact: 845/985-2041.

Alpin Hong performs – thru July 24

MILFORD – Award-winning pianist Alpin Hong will perform at Grey Towers National Historical site, 5:30 p.m. $20 per person. Contact: 570/296-9672.

Aquatic Insects

BASHAKILL – Water resources specialist Kate Schmidt shows you aquatic insects, 10 a.m. at the Basha Kill. Fun for kids! Meet at parking lot on Haven Road on west side of the Basha Kill, off Route 209 south of Wurtsboro. Contact: Paula Medley 845/754-0743.

Art and craft festival – thru July 24

HAWLEY – The Audubon's 20th annual art and craft festival inside at the Wallenpaupack Middle School in Hawley, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $4 donation, children under 12 free. Contact: ww.audubonfestival.com.

Artist Next Door Studio Tour

PINE HILL – Pine Hill Community Center, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Day-long caravan tour of seven artists' studios in Pine Hill, Phoenicia and Chichester. Contact: James Krueger at 845/254-5469.

Arts Walk

PORT JERVIS – A mid-summer stroll with live music, dance, fine arts and crafts, photography, and caricatures on downtown Front Street, 1 to 7 p.m. Rain date July 24. Contact: 845/856-6694.

Babysitter training

HONESDALE – Sponsored by the Wayne Pike Chapter of the American Red Cross, babysitters training at the Central United Methodist Church in Honesdale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Designed for youth 11 to 15-years-old. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/253-2310 or 570/296-5229.

Barbecue

KENOZA LAKE – The Kenoza Lake Fire Department holds a barbecue at the firehouse on Old Taylor Road in Kenoza Lake, 4:30 until sold out. $8. Eat in or take out

Battle of Minisink Commemoraiton

MINISINK – The 226th anniversary of the Revolutionary War's Battle of Minisink commemoration at the Minisink Battleground Park, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/292-3359.

Blood drive

CALLICOON – The American Red Cross holds a blood drive at the Delaware Valley Community Center in Callicoon, 9?:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 845/887-5155.

Dedication of Hureyville Fireman's Park

HURLEYVILLE – The Hurley-Sullivan First group will dedicate their 2005 Sullivan Renaissance Project, the Hurleyville Fireman's Park, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/434-4082.

Edible and medicinial plant tour

DAMASCUS – Nathaniel Whitmore leads an edible and medicinal plant tour at the Whitmore family farm in Damascus, PA, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/251-8085.

Getting started with astronomy

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Tour the summer sky and learn about costellations with Jim McKeegan at Morgan Outdoors in Livingston Manor, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Glacial Walk

LAKE ARIEL – Meet at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel for a discussion of Lake Lacawac and Lake Wallenpaupack's glacial history with Dr. Duane Braun, professor at Bloomsburg University, 2 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members, 12 and under free. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Invasive and non-invasive plant program

BARRYVILLE – Two programs led by Park Ranger Alyson Lasko about this area's native and non-native plants given by the Upper Delaware Senic and Recreational River at the Barryville Ranger Station, 11:30 a.m. Contact: 570/685-4871.

Nordic walking demonstration

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A low-stress, full-body workout using poles to work the upper body while walking with Mike Kaz at Morgan Outdoors in Livingston Manor, 5:30 p.m.

Semi-annual Fair and Lunch

ELDRED – The Ladies Auxiliary of he Eldred Congregational Church holds their semi-annual fair and lunch, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5. Contact: 845/557-8285.

Spaghetti and meatball dinner

HONESDALE – A spaghetti and meatball dinner to benefit the Christ Episcopal Churhc in Indian Orchard at the Grace Episcopal Church in Honesdale, 4 p.m. $6 adults, $3 under 10. Contact: 570/253-9510 or 253-2237.

The 'King of Polka' to perform

WHITE MILLS – Jimmy Sturr, the "King of Polka" to perform at the Wildflower Music Festival in White Mills, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/253-5500.

Weekend Gardening in Deer Country

MILFORD – A workshop on gardening in areas where deer browsing is a problem, "A weekend gardening in deer country" is led by Shelia Salmon at the Remembrance Place in Milford, 10 a.m. Contact: 570/296-3400.

Wildlife Art and Craft Festival – thru July 24

KUTZTOWN – the Audubon arts and crafts festival at at the Wallenpaupack School Complex in Kutztown. Featuring the Delaware Raptor Center, a nature film festival, presentations, puppet making and more. $4 donation.

Yard Sale

ABRAHAMSVILLE – The Abrahamsville United Methodist Church annual yard sale, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/224-4542.

5k river race

CALLICOON – The Delaware Youth Center's 7th annual 5k river race in Callicoon, NY, 8:30 a.m. $20. Contact: 845/887-5155.

Angela LaGreca performance

WHITE LAKE – Angela LaGreca, a regular guest on "The View" will perform in the Nancy LaMott Room of the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover includes a drink. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Chicken Barbeque

NARROWSBURG – St. Francis Xavier Church annual chicken barbeque; take-out only at the church hall, Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, noon to 2 p.m. $7.50. Call for tickets; limited number oavailable at door. Contact: 845/252-3490 or 570/729-7225. .

Cruizen Sullivan County

WHITE LAKE – Take your classic, antique, muscle car or street rod for a night out with Cruizen Sullivan County at the Fly-In Saucer Cafe in White Lake. Contact: 800/557-1147 or 570/739-7080.

'It had to be you'

LACKAWAXEN – The Lakeside Players present "It had to be you" at the Inn at Lackawaxen, doors open 5, dinner at 6, show at 7:30. $35. Contact: 570/685-7061.

Library book sale – thru July 29

NARROWSBURG – Great bargins at the Tusten-Cochecton branch of the Sullivan West Library in Narrowsburg during Riverfest, 10 to 4 p.m. and continuing through July 29 during library hours. Contact: 845/252-3360..

New Jersey Symphony Orchestra

BUSHKILL – An all Tchaikovsky Concert of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800 or www.mountainlaurelcenter.org.

Penny Social

LAVA – Lava Firehouse. Doors open 11:30 a.m., calling 1:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Giants Little League Team (Heinle's Home field).

Poster auction

NARROWSBURG – Six dozen Riverfest posters by local artists to be auctioned on Main Street in Narrowsburg. Also featured will be the River Dogs parade, live music, arts and crafts and more. Contact: 845/252-7576.

Riverfest

NARROWSBURG – Celebrate summer at the 15th annual Riverfest on Main Street in Narrowsburg, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Poets booth, jazz band, kids korner, poster auction Contact: 845/252-7576.

St. Francis Xavier Chicken BBQ

NARROWSBURG – The Parish of St. Francis Xavier/Our Lady of the Lake will sponsor a take-out chicken barbeque at the St. Francis Xavier Church in Narrowsburg, 12 noon to 2 p.m. $7.50. Contact: 845/252-3490 or 570/729-7225.

AARP Driver Safety Program – thru July 26

MONTICELLO – An 8-hour driver safety course taught in two 4-hour sessions by Lois Harmin, participants will recieve a certificate to apply for a discount on automobile insurance. Contact: 888/227-7669 or 845/794-8233.

Golf Outing

MARSHALLS CREEK – The fourth annual golf outing of the Pocono Environmental Education Center at Great Bear Golf and Country Club in Marshalls Creek, PA. Shotgun start 8:30 p.m. $109, includes luncheon. Contact: 610/997-8800 or www.hovus.com.

R.E.S.C.U.E meeting

HONESDALE – The annual meeting of R.E.S.C.U.E to create a multi-municipal comprehensive land use plan at the Wayne County Visitors Center in Honesdale, 7 p.m. Guest speaker Elliot Ross, founder and chairman of the Susquehanna County Council of Governments and the ESCP. Contact: www.rescue-nepa.org or 570/798-2530..

Republican women meeting

HAWLEY – The monthly meeting of the Wayne County Council of Republican Women at Bingham Park in Hawley, PA, 6 p.m. A picnic covered dish dinner. Contact: 570/253-1862 or 570/226-3294.

Workshop: Totally Tempting Tomatoes!

LIBERTY – Cornell Cooperative Extension building, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Workshop includes: selection, growing, culture, pruning, feeding, common disease and insect problems. Fee: $7.00 per member, $10.00 per non-member. Pre-registration and pre-payment is requested. RSVP by Friday, July 22. Contact: Louise at 845/292-6180.

Frogs and Toads

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Learn about the difference between frogs and toads at the Lacawac Sanctuary's Knee-High to nature series for 3 to 5 year olds and a caregiver, 10 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members, 12 and under free. Contact: 570/689-9494.

'Jungle Book' ballet

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Based on Rudyard Kipling's "The Jungle Book," a ballet performance for young audiences at the Seelig Theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake Campus, 10:30 a.m. $6. Contact: 845/434-5750.

short story discussion

MONTICELLO – "Criers and Kibitzners, Kibitzners and Criers," a short story by Stanley Elkin to be discussed at the Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4602.

South Pacific – thru August 7

FORESTBURGH – Forestburgh Playhouse's production of "South Pacific." Tuesday through Saturday 8 p.m. $29.95. Wednesday 2 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m. $23.95. Nightly post-show cabarets. Contact: 845/794-1194.

The Journal/Diary – thru August 16

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road, Four Tuesdays 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. August 2, 9 and 16. Workshops will help you begin or enhance your journaling experience. Fee: one class $25; four classes: $75. Contact: 845/436-7720.

'Catch!' – thru July 31

BUSHKILL – Master jugglers, comedic mayhem and theater at the Flying Karamazov Brothers "Catch" at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800 or www.mountainlaurelcenter.org.

Financial Benefits of Conservation

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Learn how land preservation agreements can provide income tax and estate tax relief while protecting your land at PPL Environmental Learning Center at Lake Wallenpaupack, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220.

Financial benefits of conservation

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Learn how to save money and protect the natural landscape with Sue Currier at the PPL Environmental Learning Center in Lake Wallenpaupack, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220.

History of the Civilian Conservation Corps

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – The Lacawac Sanctuary presents the history of the Civilian Conservation Corps with Naturalist Jen Naugle at the Carriage House in Lake Wallenpaupack, 7 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members, 12 and under free. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Hospice

MONTICELLO – Learn about the Hospice with Kathi Webber at the Crawford Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4602.

Medical Directives and DNR's

MONTICELLO – Kathi Webber of Hospice to discuss advanced medical directives and DNR's at the E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Rabies Clinic

LIBERTY – A rabies clinic for pets at least three months old will be held at the Liberty Firehouse, 7 to 8 p.m. $5 donation.

Cinderella – thru August 6

FORESTBURGH – "Cinderella," children's theatre at the Forestburgh Playhouse just west of the junction of Routes 42 and 43. Thursdays 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Saturdays 11 a.m. Contact: 854/794-1194.

Comedy Magic Madness

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Christian and Katalina mix marriage and madness to showwhat an happen when two people spend way too much time with eachother. At the Seeling Theatre on Sullivan County's Loch Sheldrake campus, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4303. .

Consumer Education Program Kickoff

LIBERTY – Cornell Coopertaive Extension, Gerald J. Skoda Education Center, 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, 1:00 p.m. Introducing the Consumer Education Program and discuss it's role in the community. Guest speakers: Christopher Cunningham, Mark Hoops and Aileen M. Gunther. Refreshments provided. RSVP by July 26. Contact: 1-877/292-5250.

Focus on Creative Writing – thru August 18

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road, Four Thursdays: 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., July 28, August 4, 11 and 18. Workshop will include craft development, writing and revision assignments, group discussion and personal critique. Fee: one class $25, four classes $75. Contact: 845/436-7720.

'Garbage Grandma'

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Toby Silverman will teach children about recycling and taking care of the environment with her book, "Garbage Grandma" for junior natualists at the Lacawac Sanctuary, 10 a.m. $3 donation for members, $5 for non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or educator@lacawac.org.

Penny social

LAKE HUNTINGTON – A penny social, sponsored by the women's Community Club of Cochecton, will be held at the Lakeview Social Hall on Route 52 in Lake Huntington, doors open at 6:30 p.m. calling at 8 p.m. $1 donation.

'Places Spaces' – thru August 19

LOCH SHELDRAKE – The grandopening of an art show in the Paul Grossinger Dining Room of Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4303.

'Tales of Hoffman' – thru August 14

NARROWSBURG – Three tales of love betrayal, decay and destruction as seen through the mind of poet E.T.A. Hoffman, July 28 7:30 p.m., August 6 7:30 p.m., and August 14, 3 p.m., $20 or $18 for students and seniors. Contact: 845/252-7576.

The Alchemy Club

LIBERTY – Experience the beauty of poetry through the readings of local poets of The Alchemy Club. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Liberty Library. Contact: 845/292-6070.

A night of comedy

ELDRED – "Paul Venier, the one man comedy tornado" at Eldred Preserve in Eldred, 9 p.m. Show rated "M" for mature. $15. Contact: 800/557-3474 or 845/557-8316.

Amelia Pearn Exhibition – thru September 1

SUSSEX – Sussex County Community College. Part of fund raising efforts for 15-month-old Leukemia victim Tristyn Ranich of West Falls. Contact: www.sussex.edu.

Comedy and clown cabaret – thru July 30

HIGHLAND LAKE – Circus performers, comedians, vaudeville, and madcap humor at the NACL Catskills in Highland Lake, NY, 8 p.m. $8 to $20 on a sliding scale. Contact: 845/557-0694.

'Cyrano de Bergerac' – thru July 31

HANCOCK – A poet warrior who helps a tongue-tied pretty boy woo his beloved Roxane, performed by the Little Victory Players on July 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. and July 31 at 2 p.m. at the Old Capital Theatre in Hancock in Hancock and August 6 at the Stamford Performing Arts Center. Contact: 607/363-2819.

Old Time Fiddlers

HOLLISTERVILLE – Hollisterville UMC, 8:00 p.m. Contact: 570/224-6330 or email fiddlinaround@ezaccess.net.

Olive Drab

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A performance of Olive Drab upstairs at the Resort in Livingston Manor, 9:30 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3400.

Owl Prowl

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – An introductory presentation on owls in the region with Darryl Speicher at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Wallenpaupack, 8 p.m. $3 donation for members, $5 non-members Contact: 570/689-9494.

Paul Venier - The One Man Comedy Tornado

ELDRED – Paul Venier at the Eldred Preserve with a show that combines comedy, music, and crowd participation. $15 in advance. For mature audiences. Contact: 800/557-3474.

Poetry and flowers

YOUNGSVILLE – Cass Collins and Tom Lisenbee, members of the Upper Delaware Writers Collective, will read their poetry at The Cutting Edge in Youngsville, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-7506.

Pysical Comedy and Clown Cabaret – thru July 30

HIGHLAND LAKE – An evening of vaudeville, clown high jinks and madcap humor at the NACL Theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

Rabies Clinic

HONESDALE – Dessin Animal Shelter, 138 Miller Drive, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Contact: 570/253-4037.

Rosalind Hodgkins: Nature Watercolor Prints – thru July 31

CUDDEBACKVILLE – Visitor's Center, 58 Hoag Road. Opening Reception: Saturday, July 29, noon to 6:00 p.m., Saturday noon to 6:00 p.m., Sunday noon to 4:00 p.m. Presented by The Neversink Valley Area Museum. Contact: 845/754-8870 or email: NVAM@frontiernet.net.

Wildflower Walk

NARROWSBURG – Tusten-Cochecton Branch Library, 1:45 p.m. Carpool to Ten Mile River, be led by a representative from the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River Education Program. Cover identification, how flowers were named and histories. Sign up required. Contact: 845/252-3360.

Alfredo Del La Fe to perform

BUSHKILL – Cuban-born Alfredo de la Fe will performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800 or www.mountainlaurelcenter.org.

Callicoon Street Fair

CALLICOON – All of Main Street, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Arts, crafts and a variety of vendors. Organized by the Callicoon Business Association. Contact: 845/887-4405.

'Campfire Cookin'

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – A demonstration by Eric Schaffer, "Campfire Cookin', Beyond Hotdogs and Marshmallows" replaces the fluff with campfire cuisine at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Wallenpaupack. Bring your chair and your appetite, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Deer enclosures and the woodland vole

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – A discussion of Dr. Dave Byman's study on small mammal communities employing deer enclosures meeting at the visitor's center of the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Wallenpaupack, 2 p.m. Hiking boots reccomended. $3 donation members, $5 non-members Contact: 570/689-9494.

Family Forestry Hike

MILFORD – Grey Towers National Historic Site, 10:00 a.m. Guided walk on easy, half-mile trail teaching about the forest ecosystem. Free and open to the public. Contact: 570/296-9630 or visit the web at www.fs.fed.us/gt.

Fiber Fest

LORDS VALLEY – Sixteen mini fiber workshops to choose from! Spinning, weaving, fingerloop braiding, crochet, alpaca fibers, and more. Four one-hour workshops for $45. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/775-9136 or hatton@microserve.net.

Fiber Workshop

LORDS VALLEY – Hatton farm, orientation: 9:30 a.m., workshops: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Four, one hour workshops include: spinning, nalbinding, fingerloop braiding, crochet, triangle loom weaving, diagonal weaving on a square loom, cardborad weaving, knititng, needle felting, sheep breeds and their wool and getting acquainted with alpaca fiber. No experience necessary. Limited to six participants per workshop. Fee: $45, may be additional charges for materials. Bring a bag lunch, cookies and beverages provided. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/775-9136; hatton@microserve.net; 570/685-7736; riverrim@gmail.com.

'La Traviata'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Giuseppe Verdi's famous 19th century opera classic, "La Traviata" at the Seeling Theatre on Sullivan County's Loch Sheldrake campus, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4303. .

Liberty Civil War Weekend – thru July 31

LIBERTY – 18th Annual Civil War encampment and battle reenactment will be held at Walnut Mountain Park off Rt. 55 West. Candlelight Tour: be guided by lantern-bearing soldier through the darkness into the 19th century an many educational experiences. On-site concession. Adults: $8.00, Seniors: $7.00, Children under 5: Free, Candlelight tour (9:00 p.m.): additional $5.00. Group rates available for 10 adults or more. Gates open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact: 845/295-9297, 845-887-4974 or email: Marine1maw@Catskill.net or dbernitt@hvc.rr.com.

Mega yard and bake sale – thru July 31

HONESDALE – Wayne Memorial Hospital's auxiliary is throwing a huge two-day yard sale with proceed benefiting the hospital's operation vital signs campaign. At the hospital in Honesdale, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact: 570/729-6140.

Melonie Cannon and Tennassee Road

WHITE MILLS – A concert of bluerass and country music on the outdoor stage of th Wildflower Music Festival at the Dorlinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary in White Mills, Melonie Cannon and Tennessee Road, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1185.

Morning summer youth program

KAUNEONGA LAKE – Registration for 3-hour morning summer youth program at the Behtel Youth Center at Kauneonga Lake, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. $30 per child includes camp t-shirt. Kindergarteners to 12-year-olds. Contact: 845/583-8224.

Shakespeare in the park – thru July 31

MAMAKATING – A free performance of 'Twelfth Night' in the Mamakating Town Park, 2:30 p.m. Contact: 845/888-3049 or www.mamakating.org.

Volunteer Day

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Horizon Farm, 29 Old County Route 82B, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Learn about Horizon Farm and what they do. Activities include working in the garden, painting, building of gardens, carpentry. Lunch will be served. Reservations required. Contact: 845/439-4901 or www.horizonfarm.net.

Volunteer farm day

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Spend a day gardening, building new flowerbeds, moving pastures or painting at Horizon Farm, an educational farm for children in Livingston Manor, NY. Contact: 845/439-4901.

33rd Annual Stamp Show

ROCK HILL – Bernie's Holiday Restuarant, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Featuring hourly prize drawings, stamp dealers, U.S. Postal Service, stamp exhibits, postcard dealers. Free Admission.

Breakfast in Eldred

ELDRED – An all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet to benefit the Democratic Scholarship Fund at the Eldred Town Hall at the Eldred four corners, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. $5 adults, $3 for chlidren five to 12, under 5 free. Contact: 845/557-8027.

Calder Museum yard sale

EQUINUNK – The Calder Museum in Equinunk, PA will hold their annual yard sale and art recognition day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/224-4466 or 224-6722..

Chamber Music Workshop – thru August 7

ELLENVILLE – Music Institute of Sullivan and Ulster Counties, Inc., 6:00 to 9:00 pm Contact: 845/647-5087.

Chicken Barbeque

KAUNEONGA LAKE – The Bethel Lions Chicken Barbecue at the Kauneonga Lake Pole Building in Kauneonga Lake, 1 to 3 p.m. $8 adults, $5 children under 12, under 5 free.

Chicken barbeque

EQUINUNK – Support the Equinunk Volunteer Fire Department at their annual chicken barbeque at the fire house, 12 noon. Includs music, food, and drinks. Contact: 570/224-4578.

Evangelists share God's word

HAWLEY – Evangelists Glenn and Jessica Meldrum bring the word of God to the New Covenant Fellowship Church in Hawley, 10:30 a.m. Contact: 570/226-2507.

Jazz in the Park

HAWLEY – Dan Levinson's All Stars perform jazz in Bingham Park, Hawley, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Rain location Ritz Theater. Contact: 570/226-5701.

Kid's Jamboree – thru August 5

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Foxcroft Village, Divine Corners and Dryer Road, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Theme: "God's Wonderful Creation." Contact: The Lighthouse Church at 845/434-5615.

Songs of praise

PORT JERVIS – Songs of Praise at the Drew United Methodist Church in Port Jervis, 4 p.m. Contact: 845/856-3423.

Tom Andersen to perform

WHITE LAKE – Part of "Inn Cabaret 2005," Tom Anderson will perform at the the Bradstan Country Hotel's Nancy LaMott Room in White Lake, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Summer Festival

HONESDALE – Central Park, "Them Again?" 7:30 p.m. Bring your chair, all events are free. Refreshments available. Rain location: Honesdale High School Auditorium.

Vacation Bible School – thru August 5

JEFFERSONVILLE – First Presbyterian Church. Pre-K to Grade 5. Register at the church on August 1 beginning at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome!

Beaver Tales

LAKE ARIEL – As part of the Knee-High to Nature program for 3 to 5 year olds at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. $3 donation for members, $5 for non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Beaver Tales, Knee-High to Nature

LAKE ARIEL – Lacawac Sanctuary, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Ages 3-5 and caregiver, learn about nature's most skilled architect: the beaver. Visit an actual beaver lodge. Old clothes, hats, sunscreen and insect repellent are suggested. Prepaid reservations required, drop-ins accepted if space allows. Donation: $3.00 members, $5.00 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or visit www.lacawac.org.

Brain Show Mania

LOCH SHELDRAKE – An interactive trivia game that is fun and educational with an authentic game show feel at the Seelig Theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake Campus, 10:30 a.m. $6. Contact: 845/434-5750.

David Weinerith: New Medicare Prescription Plan

HONESDALE – Wayne County Public Library, 1406 Main Street, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Weinerith's presentation will include "Information on New Medicare Prescription Plan" and "Information on Extra Help for Premium Cost". Seats are limited, please RSVP. Contact: 845/253-1220.

Fun on the beach picnic

LORDS VALLEY – A social event for people with special needs at the Little Camp Beach in Hemlock Farms in Lords Valley, PA, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Entertainment by McFarland Mules. Contact: 570/775-0474.

Linda Harding: "Falls and Their Prevention"

PORT JERVIS – McAuley Center, 7:30 p.m. at the Diabetes Support Group. Harding speaks of the chain of events set in motion once a person falls, ends up in the hospital and the various outcomes to expect. Contact: Twin Cedars at 570/296-7471.

Planning board meeting

BETHEL – The Bethel planning board meeting at the Bethel Justice Court, 7:30 p.m.

Rabies Clinic

CALLICOON – Rabies clinic at the Hortonville firehouse at 100 Main Street. 6 to 8 p.m. $9 donation requested; pets must be on leashes or in carriers. Bring previous certificates. Contact: 845/439-5093.

Annual summerfest and angler's market

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The annual summerfest and angler's market at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor. Contact: 845/439-4810.

Crosby, Stills and Nash

BUSHKILL – The only American band of the original Woodstock era to have a societal impact rivaling the Beetles, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Rock'n'Roll hall of famers performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Dreamwork: Painitng the Inner Landscape – thru August 4

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road. Presented by Judith Schafman and Andrey Tamarchenko. Revisit dreams, encounter and engage in clarifying "conversation" with dream inhabitants. Approach painitng in an intuitive, spontaneous, suggestive and shape-shifitng manner. Fee: $180. Contact: 845/436-4979.

Italian Dinner

LIBERTY – Liberty Elks Lodge, Darby Lane, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Spaghetti with Rocky De Carlo's homemade sauce, homemade meatballs or Italian sausage, salad, dessert and beverage. Adults/takeouts: $8.00, under 12: $5.00, under 5: free. Contact: 845/292-3434.

Join the Alchemists

MONTICELLO – The poets nad writers of the Alchemy club enjoy an evening of reading their works and discussing writting and poetry at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Lake Wallenpaupack Tours – thru August 28

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Lacawac Sanctuary, Wednesday and Sunday at 2:00 p.m., Saturday at 11:00 a.m. Free informative tours of Lacawac Sanctuary's historic buildings and glacial lake. Contact: 570/689-9494 or visit www.lacawac.org.

Live Animal Program

LAKE ARIEL – Carriage House, Lacawac Sanctuary, 7:00 p.m. A behind-the-scenes look at the work done by the Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Cherry Valley using live animal helpers. Seating is limited. Donation: $3.00 for members, $5.00 for non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or educator@lacawac.org.

Live animal program

LAKE ARIEL – A behind the scenes look at the work of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Cherry Valley at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 7 p.m. $3 donation for members, $5 for non-members, children under 12 free. Contact: 570/689-9494.

poetry group open meeting

MONTICELLO – An open meeting of the Alchemy Club, a poetry group, at the Crawford Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Salvation Army open house and car show

WAYMART – The Salvation Army's holds an open house at their Ladore Conference Center in Waymart, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring games, free food, and autos and military vehicles on display. Contact: 570/488-6129.

The golden age of Yiddish

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Hear and see vintage films and recordings of great Yiddish actors and singers at the Seelig Theatre of Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, reception at 12:45, performance starts at 1:30 p.m. $3. Contact: 845/434-5750 extension 4303..

'The lives of young people' – thru August 14

LIBERTY – Three short plays examining the dilemmas facing today's younger generation at the Liberty Free Theatre Wednesday through Sunday, August 3 to 7 and 10 to 14, 7:30 p.m. Free admission, limited seating, reservations suggested. Contact: 845/292-3788.

Three Dog Night

HIGHMOUNT – Three Dog Night performs at Belleayre Mountain, 8 p.m. tickets arnage from $40 to $60 with lawn seats at $15. Contact: 800/942-6904.

Barbara Rothman

LIBERTY – Rousing ragtime with pianist Barbara Rothman, a fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, at the General's Grill Restaurant at the Sullivan County Golf and Country Club in Liberty, Includes dinner and a round of golf. Contact: 845/434-4303.

Beading 101

LIBERTY – Hands-on workshop by local bead artist Karin Houeland. Go home with a handmade necklace and bracelet set. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Liberty Library. $10 for materials. Payment required at registration. Contact: 845/292-6070.

Beaver Tales

LAKE ARIEL – As part of the Junior Naturalists, 6 to 9 year olds, at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. $3 donation for members, $5 for non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Beaver Tales, Junior Naturalist

LAKE ARIEL – Lacawac Sanctuary, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For 6-9 year olds and caregiver. Learn about nature's most skilled architect: the beaver. Visit an actual beaver lodge. Old clothes, hats, sunscreen and insect repellent are suggested. Prepaid reservations required, drop-ins accepted if space allows. Donation: $3.00 members, $5.00 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or visit www.lacawac.org.

Book sale – thru August 6

JEFFERSONVILLE – The Western Sullivan Library's Jeffersonville Branch holds it's annual booksale August 4, 5 and 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/482-4350.

Cruizen the Waymart Hotel

WAYMART – Carbondale Road, Ford Night from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Prizes, dash plaques, trophies, live music. Contact: Rick at 570/729-7080 or Randy at 570/470-1763.

'Day to be gay'

CALLICOON – The fifth annual celebration of the "Day to be gay in the Catskills," highlights lesbian and gay music and culture, rain or shine at the Delaware Community Center, 12 noon to 5 p.m. $15 admission. Contact: 845/295-8721 or daytobegay.org.

Exhibit – thru August 6

MILFORD – The Artery, 210 Broad Street, Forest Hall Building, Wednesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm, Monday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., opening reception August 6 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Oil paintings by Nancy Ruch-Kim and gemstone jewelry by Karen Glick, plus 18 other members of the co-op gallery on display. Contact: 570/409-1234.

Flamenco Ole!

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Classical and flamenco spanish dance to live guitar accompaniment by Carlos Rubio at the Seelig Theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, 2 to 8 p.m. $18 per show, $15 for students, staff and seniors over 65. Contact: 845/434-4303.

Penny social

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A penny hall at the Masonic Hall in Livingston Manor to benefit the Sullivan Chapter #298, doors open 6 p.m., calling 7:30 p.m. $1 admission includes refreshments Contact: 845/439-3357.

Summer Festival

HONESDALE – Central Park, "Stanky and the Cadets" 7:30 p.m. Bring your chair, all events are free. Refreshments available. Rain location: Honesdale High School Auditorium.

Business Exchange

LIBERTY – The Cornell Cooperative Extension sponsors a Friday business exchange, at Horizon Farm in Liberty 7:45 to 9 a.m. $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Contact: 845/292-5366.

Comedy show

WURTSBORO – "First Friday Funnies" at the UnCommonGrounds in Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. $10. Contact: 845/888-2121 or www.ugcoffee.com.

Flea market and craft tables – thru August 6

SHOHOLA – The Confraternity of Christian Mothers nad Holy Name Society of Saint Ann's Parish in Shohola will hold a flea market and craft tables at their church in Shohola, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/685-7040.

Joseph Castelli watercolors – thru August 31

HAWLEY – Watercolored landscapes and florals by Joseph Castelli at the Artisan Gallery on Main Street in Hawley, PA. Tuesday through Saturday, 12 noon to 5 p.m. Contact: 570/226-2700.

New Moon Stargazing Party

LAKE ARIEL – Visitor Center, Lacawac Santuary, 9:00 p.m. Jo-Ann Kamichitis and friends from the Lackawanna Astonomical Society will be showing the wonders of the sky. Slide show will prepare you on what to look for. A few telescopes provided. Rain or shine. Donation: $3.00 members, $5.00 non-members, 12 and under free. Contact: 570/689-9494 or visit lacawac.org.

Olive Drab

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A performance of Olive Drab upstairs at the Resort in Livingston Manor, 9:30 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3400.

Oliver! – thru August 14

SOUTH FALLSBURG – Rivoli Theatre, Route 42. Friday and Saturday, August 5, 6, 12 and 13; Sunday, August 7 and 14. Tickets: $18; $15 for seniors and students 16 & under. Reservations recommended. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Penny social

WURTSBORO – A penny social at the St. Joseph's Hall in Wurtsboro, doors open at 6 p.m. Calling at 7:30 p.m. $1 donation. Contact: 845/888-4040 or 845/699-4042.

Second River Readings Program

NARROWSBURG – Tusten-Cochecton Branch Library, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Through stories and crafts young children will learn about wildlife and insects, weather, seasons, and the life cycle of plants. Free, sign up required. Contact: 845-252-3360.

Stargazing party

LAKE ARIEL – A "New Moon Stargazing Party" at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 9 p.m. $3 donation for members, $5 for non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

'The Art of Anagama'

NARROWSBURG – Sculptor and founder of the Lookout Sculture Park, Susanne Wibroe-Fost holds a two-part exhibition at the Delaware Arts Center Gallery in Narrowsburg, 7 to 9 p.m. Contact: 845/252-7576.

'To My Chagrin' – thru August 6

HIGHLAND LAKE – Written and performed by Peggy Shaw in collaboration with Vivan Stoll, 'To My Chagrin' discusses aging, grandmotherhood, love and cars to a live R&B and British pop soundtrack at the NACL Theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

Youth bureau public hearing

LIBERTY – A public hearing to discuss the plans for changes in the Children and Family Services Plan of the Youth Bureau for September 1, 2005 to December 31, 2006 at the Share Clinic Facility on Community Lane in Liberty, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/292-0100 ext. 2784.

Adirondak Chair Auction

HONESDALE – Texas No. 4 Firehall, Grove Street, 7:00 p.m. Refreshments served. Contact: 570/253-0285.

Barbara Rothman

LOCH SHELDRAKE – One of Sullivan County's premier musicians, Barbara Rothman plays rousing ragtime on the paino as a fundraiser for the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance at the Seelig Theatre of Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, 8 p.m. $35. Contact: 845/434-5750 extension 4303..

Bear unveiling

MILFORD – Witness the unveiling of the bears for the Black Bear Film Festival at the Old Lumberyard in Milford, 11 a.m. Stay for the 'Teddy bear picnic.' Contact: 570/409-0909.

'Being John Malkovich'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – CinePark presents "Being John Malkovich" as it's fifth film for the 2005 summer season at CinePark in Livingston Manor, 9 p.m. Bring a chair.

Bobby Rydell

WHITE MILLS – Legendary singer Bobby Rydell performs at Wildflower Music Festival at the Dorflinger Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/253-5500 or www.dorflinger.org.

Chicken Barbecue

LIBERTY – The Liberty United Methodist Church holds their annual chicken barbecue, 4 to 7 p.m. Takeouts available. $8 for adults, $4 for children. Contact: 845/292-9825.

Chicken barbecue

WESTBROOKVILLE – The annual chicken barbecue of the Westbrookville United Methodist Church, 4 to 6 p.m. $9. Only 200 tickets sold. Contact: 845/754-8530..

Classical Indian Dance

CALLICOON – Callicoon Creek Park, 7:00 p.m. Enjoy an evening of beautiful classical Indian dance presented by Braman Arts Conservatory. Suggested docation: $5.00, bring a blanket or chair. Contact: 845/887-1901.

Cruizen Honesdale 2005

WAYMART – Ray's Shur Save Market, Rt. 6, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Live Music. Contact: Rick at 570/729-7080.

Dinner and music for the arts

LIBERTY – Enjoy dinne at the General's Grill in Liberty accompanied by music from Ragtime pianist Barbara Rothman and Catskill Idol finalists Mandy Miller and Briattani Fonseca as part of a benefit for the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, 6:30 p.m. $35. Registration required. Contact: 845/252-7576.

Emmylou Harris

HIGHMOUNT – Pop music icon Emmylou Harris performs at the Belleayre Music Festival in Highmount, 8 p.m. Contact: 800/942-6904.

Fireworks and family fun

LIBERTY – The town of Liberty parks and recreation department holds their annual fireworks and family fun day at Hanofee Park in Liberty, 2 p.m. to dark. $1 for adults, $.50 for kids. Contact: 845/292-7690.

Free harp and wine sampling

FREMONT CENTER – A free harp concert by Francis W. Davis will be accompanied by free wine tasings from Goose Watch Winery, 1 to 4 p.m. Contact: 607/869-2335.

Freedom salute campaign

WALTON – The 204th Engineer Combat Battalion of the New York Army National Guard will hold a freedom salute campaign at the Delaware Valley Fairgrounds in Walton, 8 a.m. Contact: 607/865-5552.

Ham dinner

PORT JERVIS – A ham dinner to benefit the River Valley Chapter # 33 at the Port Jervis MAsonic Hall in Port Jervis, 5 to 7 p.m. Take out and chair lift available. $8 adult, $4 kids. Contact: 845/856-7059.

Hawaiian Luau

JEFFERSONVILLE – Polynesian pork ribs, hot dogs, salad, dessert and drinks at the Hawaiian Luau at the Presbyterian Church of Jeffersonville sponsored by the Women's association, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

learn about wildlife

LACKAWAXEN – The Eastern woodland areas provide optimal living conditions for dozens of animals, find out about the physical charictaristics, diet and habit of each with Park Ranger Christine Krooss at the Zane-Grey Museum, 2 p.m. Contact: 570/685-4871.

'Lightweight backpacking'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Learn about hos father-son team Karl and Christopher Beard find ways to lighten their load, increase fun and save money while backpacking at Morgan Outdoors in Livingston Manor, 4 to 5 p.m. Contact: 845/439-5507.

Margo Spoerri exhibit extended

JEFFERSONVILLE – A talk on the work of Margo Spoerri, on display at the gallery at the Blue Victorian in Jeffersonville, will be held at 4 p.m. Contact: 845/482-5544.

Moon and Khoma to perform

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Pianist Yong Hi Moon and Natalia Khoma will perform on the cello at the Shandelee Music Festival in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3277.

Paintings by Barbara Warren – thru August 28

HURLEYVILLE – The opening reception of paintings by Barbara Warren at the Catskill Art Society will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. The show will remain open until August 28 with gallery hours Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. t 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 4:30 p.m. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Penny social

ELDRED – The Highland Seniors will hold a penny social at their center in Eldred, doors open at 5 p.m., calling at 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/557-8913.

Penny social

CALLICOON – The St. Joseph Holy Cross Church in Callicoon holds a penny social at the church in Callicoon, Doors open at 7 p.m., calling at 8 p.m. $1 admission. Contact: 845/887-5256.

Pole barn sale

FORESTBURGH – Books, plants, clothing, dvd's, collectables, toys and more at the pole barn sale at the Forestburgh Firehouse on Route 42 in Forestburgh, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact: 845/794-0475.

Prez

WURTSBORO – Funky music witha positive message, a kaleidoscope of music at the UnCommonGrounds in Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/888-2121 or www.ugcoffee.com.

Randy Florke Book Signing

JEFFERSONVILLE – The Blue Victorian, 4874 Main Street, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Randy Florke presents a decorating primer "Your House, Your Home". Contact: Greg Brooks at 845/482-5544.

Recycling

WAYMART – Robert Wilson School, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Contact: 570/488-5225.

Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki

NARROWSBURG – Sullivan Peace and Justice and WaynePeace hold a special vigil to remember the victioms of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki at the Interstate Bridge in Narrowsburg, 5 p.m. A general meeting will follow on August 6 at the usual location on Main Street in Liberty. Contact: 888/477-4343.

Renewable energy workshop

CALLICOON CENTER – An introduction to wind, solar thermal, solar electric and hydro power for homes and small business at the Apple Pond Farming Center in Callicoon Center, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. $25 person or $40 couple. Contact: 845/482-4746.

'Shan-Zi' and 'Tabboo!' – thru August 28

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Two shows will open at the Dry Goods Ground Space Gallery in Livingston Manor with a reception from 6 to 8 p.m. 'Shan-Zi' showcases works by Ross Lewis, 'Tabboo!' features paintings by Stephen Tashjian. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Summer Blast Concert

PORT JERVIS – Front Street, 6:00-10:00 p.m. Featuring Naked Citizens, Three Card Monty and Oblivious. Contact: 845/856-6694 or 845-858-4017.

'The unfortunate incident in 7A'

ABRAHAMSVILLE – An original radio play rooted in the history and heritage of Northeastern, PA, WVIA FM (89.9)'s radio theater plays "The Unfortunae Incident in 7A: Part 1, The Skein" by Steve Deighan, 4:29 p.m. Contact: 570/945-6976.

Wind Chime Au Natural workshop

NARROWSBURG – Make a charming wind chime for your porch or window using natural materials at 4Corners of Artful living on Main Street in Narrowsburg, 1 to 3 p.m. $30. Space limited to five. Contact: 845/252-3688.

"Northern Lights" Gospel Concert

BEACH LAKE – On the beach behind Beack Lake United Methodist Church, 7:00 p.m. Rain location: inside the church. Everyone is welcome.

3 men and a baby grand

WHITE LAKE – The critically acclaimed show featuring LEe Lessack, Brian Lane Green and John Boswell in the Nancy LaMott Room of the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake, shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover. Contact: 845/583-4114.

'Birds of prey'

LACKAWAXEN – Learn about bald eagles, raptors, owls and hawks with Ranger Kaswpar on the Narrowsburg Deck in Narrowsburg, 2 p.m. Contact: 570/685-4871.

Equinunk and it's historical society

EQUINUNK – A lecture on Equinunk and the Equinunk Historical Society with Wellington Lester and Floyd Schnakenberg at the Calder House Museum in Equinunk, 1 p.m.

Family rafting trip

POND EDDY – The Upper Delaware Council hosts it's 17th annual family raft trip, a seven mile trip between Barryville and Pond Eddy, 9 a.m. Contact: 845/252-3359.

Great Train Robbery Run – thru August 28

HONESDALE – Stourbridge Line, Sundays, August 7, 14, 21 and 28, 1:30 p.m. Three and one-half hour ride along the Lackawaxen River includes entertainment and a one-hour stopover in downtown Hawley for shopping and sightseeing. Reservations required. Contact: 570/253-1960.

Joe Anello Trio and friends

WURTSBORO – Cool jazz and great jam at the UnCommonGrounds in Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. $5. Contact: 845/888-2121 or www.ugcoffee.com.

Junk Jam

MOUNTAINDALE – live music, instrument making workshops, kids activities, food, vendors and more at the Mokuntaindale Sculpture Garden and Music Park in Mountaindale. Contact: 845/434-5446.

'Music in the country classroom'

HONESDALE – Patricia Spoor, well known musician and choral director, will share the songs every studnet in a small country classroom knew by heart at the Bethel School, 2 p.m. free admission. Contact: 570/253-3240.

Old Stone House show – thru August 28

WOODBOURNE – The works of LaVerne Black, and Peter Mott on display at the Old Stone House in Woodbourne with an opening reception August 7, 2 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/434-8181 or mottpe@bestweb.net.

Pancake and french toast breakfast

NARROWSBURG – The Tusten Lions Club sponsors a pancake and french toast breakfast at the Tusten Town Hall in Narrowsburg, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $5. Contact: 845/252-7434.

Pike County Sportsman's Youth Conservation School – thru August 13

LAKE ARIEL – Lacawac Sanctuary, for Pike Country 7th and 8th graders. Contact: To register 570/226-8220.

Rock in the Park

HAWLEY – The Puffy Tongues perform contemporary rock music in Bingham Park, Hawley, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Rain location Ritz Theater. Contact: 570/226-5701.

Saint George Church Golf Outing

SWAN LAKE – Swan Lake Golf & Country Club, noon. Open to men and women. Fees, cart and BBQ: $65 per player. Saint George Church Fundraiser. Contact: Bill Moloney at 845/482-5625.

'The Curious History of Peter Schlemihl'

HIGHLAND LAKE – An outdoor afternoon show based on a tale by Adalbert Von Chamisso with stilts, puppets, and whimsical physical storytelling at the NACL Theatre in Highland Lake, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

Turkey dinner

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Department hold a homemade turkey dinner at their fire hall on Route 74=39 in Lords Valley, PA, 1 to 5 p.m. Contact: 570/775-7506.

United States Military Academy band

BUSHKILL – The U.S. Army's oldest active band, tracing its routes back to the Revolutinary War performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 2:30 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Children's String Orchestra – thru August 12

ELLENVILLE – Music Institute of Sullivan and Ulster Counties, Inc., 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Contact: 845/647-5087.

Rummage sale – thru August 9

KENOZA LAKE – The Kenoza Lake United Methodist Church holds a rummage sale at the church, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Alzheimer's Association Summer Conference

LIBERTY – Cornell Cooperative Extension, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. "Brdiging Science & The Community: Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia and Memory Problems", speakers include: Dr. Taylor, Gene Wade, Maria Dallin, Mauallison Farley, Frank Carlo. Free, pre-registration required. Contact: 845/794-3774.

Beaver Tales, Knee-High to Nature

LAKE ARIEL – Lacawac Santuary, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Learn about nature's most skilled architect: the beaver. Visit an actual beaver lodge. Old clothes, hats, sunscreen and insect repellent are suggested. Prepaid reservations required, drop-ins accepted if space allows. Donation: $3.00 members, $5.00 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or visit lacawac.org.

Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra

BUSHKILL – America's most-recorded and most televised orchestra performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Family amusement park bus

BETHEL – Annual family amusement park bus sponsored by the Town of Bethel Parks and Recreation to Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT. $15 youths, $32 for adults and non-residents. Contact: 845/583-8224.

Grease – thru August 21

FORESTBURGH – Forestburgh Playhouse's production of "Grease." Tuesday through Saturday 8 p.m. $29.95. Wednesday 2 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m. $23.95. Nightly post-show cabarets. Contact: 845/794-1194.

Jupiter String Quartet to perform

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The Jupiter String Quartet and Yong Hi Moon will perform at the Shandelee Music Festival in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3277.

Knee-high to nature: bird songs

LAKE ARIEL – As part of the Knee-high to natue series, bird songs for 3 to 5 year olds and a caregiver at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel. $3 for members, $5 non-members Contact: 570/689-9494 or educator@lacawac.org.

'Navigating caregiving'

LIBERTY – An 8-week seminar designed to give family members who care for the aging on techniques for coping with anxiety, frustration and other caregiving emotions held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension, $20. Contact: 845/292-5250.

Planning board meeting

BETHEL – The Bethel planning board meeting at the Bethel Senior Center, 7:30 p.m.

Stories by Sholom Aleichem

MONTICELLO – Discussion of Sholom Aleichem's "Hodel" and "The Search" at the E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4602.

Summer Reading Program End-of-Year Party

NARROWSBURG – Tusten-Cochecton Branch Library, 11:30 a.m. For Summer Reading Program participants and their friends (pre-schoolers through fourth grade). Stretch the Sillyman will amaze all with his magic and make everyone laugh. Free. Contact: 845/252-3360.

'The Lion's Wiskers'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A musical adaption of a traditional Ethiopiain Folk Tale, "The Lion's Wiskers" performed by puppets at the Seelig Theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake Campus, 10:30 a.m. $6 Contact: 845/434-5750.

UDC Special Meeting

NARROWSBURG – Upper Delaware Council office, 211 Bridge Street, 6:30 p.m. To review this year's Technical Assistance Grant applications. Open to the public. Contact: 845/252-3022.

"The End of Suburbia"

MONTROSE – Montrose Theater, 7:00 p.m. Film and presentation on alternative energy. Contact: 570/879-47047; lebzwin@epix.net; 570/434-3050; hoytcj@nep.net; 570/278-4591.

eBay

MONTICELLO – Joe Dayton talks about eBay at the Crawford Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

History of canals and rail

LAKE ARIEL – Join Tom Kennedy for an evening talk about the canals and rails in Northeastern PA in the 1800's at the Lacawac Sanctuary's Carriage House in Lake Ariel,7 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

'In two days, tomorrow will be yesterday'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Retired faculty member Joel Lerner gives a lecture on living one day at a time, preparing for the future, and living your passion, at the Seelig Theater of Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Karaoke/Pizza Party

NARROWSBURG – Tusten-Cochecton Branch Library, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Fifth graders and up. Complete the "Reading-In-Sync Challenge" by August 9 and you'll be invited to the pizza/karaoke party. Contact: 845/252-3360.

Rabies Clinic

THOMPSON – The Town of Thompson Highway department holds a rabies clinic, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Rabies Clinic

GRAHAMSVILLE – A rabies clinic at the Grahamsville Fairgrounds, 6 to 8 p.m.

Rabies clinic

THOMPSON – The town of Thompson highway department holds a rabies clinic 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Tracking the Delaware River

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Explore the banks of the Delaware River and it's tributaries for tracks, trails, frogs, otter fox and more at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 5 -8 p.m. $3 for members, $5 for non-members Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org.

youth board meeting

BETHEL – The Bethel youth board meeting at the Bethel town hall, 7 p.m.

Backyard conservation

LAKE ARIEL – Learn about simple things you can do to make the world a better place, for junior naturalists (6 to 9 year olds) at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

'Broadway a la mode'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A cavalcade of songs, duets and ensambles for the American music stage featuring George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern and others in the Seelig theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, 2 p.m. $18 or $15 for students, staff and seniors. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Creative Writing for Ages 11-17 – thru August 18

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road, August 11 and 18: 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Workshop explores the creative process using exercises and revision. Contact: 845/436-7720.

Cruizen the Waymart Hotel

WAYMART – Chrysler night at the Waymart Hotel in Carbondale, 6 to 9 p.m. Trophies, live music, and cars. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Driver safety course – thru August 12

HARRIS – An 8-hour driver safety course taught in two 4-hour session by Fred Levy, an AARP certified instructor at the Catskill Regional Medical Center in Harris, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 845/749-3000.

'Pulling Strings'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – "Pulling Strings" with Christopher Kennedy, directed by Judith Blazer will perform at the Shandelee Music Festival in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3277.

Silent auction and bake sale

LAKE HUNTINGTON – The Cochecton Volunteer Ambulance Corps will hold a silent auction and bake sale at the Lakeview Social Hall in Lake Huntington. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., calling at 8 p.m. Free valet parking and refreshments. $1 donation. Contact: 845/932-8617.

'Tales of Hoffman'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Three stories of love, betrayal and destruction as seen though the eyes of E.T.A. Hoffman in the Seelig theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, 8 p.m. $18 or $15 for students, staff and seniors. Contact: 845/434-5750.

The 3 Little Pigs – thru August 20

FORESTBURGH – "The 3 Little Pigs," children's theatre at the Forestburgh Playhouse just west of the junction of Routes 42 and 43. Thursdays 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Saturdays 11 a.m. Contact: 854/794-1194.

'The Curious History of Peter Schlemihl' – thru August 12

HIGHLAND LAKE – 'Inner Mandala,' a solo performance by Maja Mitic and 'Dancing in Darkness' a performance by Sanja Krsmanovi-Tasic showcases style and technique at the NACL theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

The O&W Railway

LIBERTY – Presentation by Doug Barbiero and Charles Breiner of the O&W Railway Society, about the railroad to Sullivan County. Contact: 845/292-6070.

Town board meeting

BETHEL – The Bethel town board meeting at the Bethel Senior Center, 7:30 p.m.

All about water family nature weekend – thru August 14

DINGMAN'S FERRY – A weekend about water for the whole family at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry. Pond study, waterfall search, beaver study, swimming, smores and more. $115 inclues meals, lodging and program. Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org.

Amazing anthropods weekend – thru August 14

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Join Natualist John Serrao at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry for a weekend exploring the world of insects and spiders through field trips, slide presentations and lecture. $159 includes meals, lodging and program. $119 for meals and program. Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org.

Old Time Fiddlers

JEFFERSONVILLE – Main Street Stage, 4912 Main Street, 8:00 p.m. Contact: 570/224-6330 or email fiddlinaround@ezaccess.net.

Old Time Fiddlers fundraiser

JEFFERSONVILLE – As part of a fundraiser for the Jeffersonville Fire Department, the Old Time Fiddlers with Steve Jacobi perform on the Main street stage in Jeffersonville, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/224-6330.

Olive Drab

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A performance of Olive Drab upstairs at the Resort in Livingston Manor, 9:30 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3400.

Poets reading series

WURTSBORO – Michael Jukovic and signed in guests share their works at the UnCommonGrounds in Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. $3. Contact: 845/888-2121 or www.ugcoffee.com.

Pow Wow – thru August 14

CALLICOON – Authentic Native American crafts, foods and costumes at the Pow Wow Festival on August 12, 13 and 14 at the Delaware Youth Center in Callicoon, 10 a.m. $6 per person, $4 ages 5 to 8. Under 4 free. Contact: 845/887-4405.

Swing shift orchestra

LIBERTY – The Town of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department present swing shift orchestra at the Liberty Main Street stage in Liberty, 7 p.m. free admission. Contact: 845/292-7690..

Youth educatoinal sportsmanship

MILFORD – The registration deadline for a one-day youth educational sportsmanship event for 8 to 12-year-olds dealing with hunting methods, archery, muzzleloader, shotguns and rifles. Program will be held on private land in Pike County, 9 am. to 4 p.m. $10 for expenses Contact: 570/686-7611.

Celtic festival

BUSHKILL – A Celtic festival of music with the Bridies, Leahy, The Makem Brothers with Mickey and Liam Spain, Mick Monoley and Friends adn the Tannahill Weavers at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Chick Corea performance

HIGHMOUNT – After 40 years on the jazz scene, Chick Corea performs at the Belleayre Music Festival in Highmount, 8 p.m. Contact: 800/942-6904.

Cruizen Honesdale

HONESDALE – Hot cars and live music from DJ Rickie Z at Honesdale Park n' Shop lot, 5 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/729-7080.

Driver safety course

KAUNEONGA LAKE – An 8-hour driver safety course lead by Linda Keesler, an AARP Certified Instructor at the Bethel Senior Center on Route 55 in Kauneonga Lake, NY, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact: 888/227-7669.

'Education, preservation, destination' – thru August 20

KINGSTON – The Hudson River Martime Museum celebrates the visit of the historic waterfront museum and showboat barge and the 1907 tugboart Pegasus. Contact: 845/338-0071.

'Ensemble Breve'

MILFORD – A unique musical performance of muisic from all centuries on authentic instruments at Grey Towers National Historic Site in Milford. Contact: 570/296-9630.

Festival of wood – thru August 14

MILFORD – A celebration of the natural and cultural heritage of wood, arts, programs, exhibits , music and children's activities at the Grey Towers in Milford, PA. Contact: 570/ 296-9630 or www.fs.fed.us/gt.

'Fish of the upper Delaware'

BEACH LAKE – Meet Park Ranger John Wells at the Ten Mile River access to discuss fishing on the upper Delaware River. Contact: 570/685-4871.

Flea market

MILFORD – The Church of Good Sheperd and St. John the Evangelist, will hold a semi-annual flea marekt on Saturday, August 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/296-8123.

International Artists of Shandelee

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The International Artists of Shandelee will perform at the Shandelee Music Festival in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3277.

International Enchantments

WURTSBORO – Various award winning performers collaborate for an international evening of the world's best love songs at the Community Church of Wurtsboro, $15 or $10 students and seniors Contact: 845/888-2798.

Jeanette Williams band to perform

WHITE MILLS – As part of the Wildflower Music Festival, the Jeanette Williams band will perform at the Dorflinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary in White Mills, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/253-5500.

Middle eastern dance performance

CALLICOON – Interantionally acclaimed performer of Middle Eastern Dances, Sabah will perform in the Callicoon Park Summer Performance Series, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/887-1901.

Murder mystery dinner

PARKSVILLE – "Kim and Scott Tie the Knot," a murder mystery at the Dead End Cafe in Parksville, hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m., seating at 7 p.m. $32.95 Contact: 845/292-0202.

'Occupation dreamland'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A documentary by Garrett Scott and Ian Olds that follows the 82nd airborn division through the streets of Falluja in January 2005 at the Dry Goods Ground Space Gallery in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

'Otters, minks and fishers for kids'

ARKVILLE – Learn about river creatures in New York State on the lawn of the Catskill Center for Conservation and Development in Arkville, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/586-2611.

Penny social

SWAN LAKE – A penny social at the Swan Lake Firehouse in Swan Lake, doors open at 6 p.m., calling at 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/292-7554.

Penny Social

PHILLIPSPORT – A penny social fund raiser for Taxes at the Phillipsport Community Center, opening at 6:30 p.m. calling 8 p.m. Food pantry, clothing and toy donations will be accepted. Contact: 647-3453 or 647-8730.

'Reclamation'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Marcia Nehemiah will read from her book of poetry and sign copies of her book "Reclamation" at the Hamish & Henry Boookseller in Livingston Manor, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Renaissance awards

BETHEL – Dozens of communities in Sullivan County will be awarded for their efforts in community beaufication and improvment at the Sullivan Renaissance awards ceremony at Bethel Woods in Bethel, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/295-2445.

Scandinavian knitting

CALLICOON – Learn the Scandinavian technique of twinted knitting with Nellie Burnham at the St. James Episcopal Church in Callicoon, 10 a.m .to 3 p.m. A fundraiser for the St. James Organ Fund, $20 per person. Contact: 607/498-4614.

Shakespeare in the park

ROSCOE – A one man performance by Charles Gerber, "One man's will" at Firemen's Park in Roscoe, 3 p.m. $8 or $5 for children under 12 and senior citizens, five and under are free. Contact: 607/4985254.

'The Confessions of Punch and Judy'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Ker Wells and Tannis Kowalchuk are Punch and Judy, the infamous husband and wife puppet duo who navigate through the minefields of long-term relationships in the Seelig theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, 8 p.m. $18 or $15 for students, staff and seniors. Contact: 845/434-5750.

The Festival of Wood – thru August 14

MILFORD – Exhibits by eighteen wood crafters at Grey Towers National Historic Site in Milford, free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. A cocert of breve ensemble of athentic wood instruments is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. in the Great Hall. Contact: 570/296-9630 or greytowers@fs.fed.us.

The House of Lard – thru September 30

JEFFERSONVILLE – Steven Erdman's "The House of Lard" at he Blue Victorian on Main Street in Jeffersonville. Reception August 13, 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 845/482-5544.

'The unfortunate incident in 7A'

RADIO – An original radio play rooted in the history and heritage of Northeastern, PA, WVIA FM (89.9)'s radio theater plays "The Unfortunae Incident in 7A: Part 2, The Skein" by Steve Deighan, 4:30 p.m. Contact: www.wvia.org.

The WIYOS

WURTSBORO – visual comedy and toe-tapping tunes at the UnCommonGrounds in Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/888-2121 or www.ugcoffee.com.

Water-powered saw mill demonstration

EQUINUNK – The Joel Hill Water-powered saw mill will have an August demonstration at the mill in Equinunk, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Yoga for life

GLEN WILD – A workshop on the slow, gentle experience of yoga as a practical method to unwind, relax, and reconnect at the Glen Wild Yoga Center in Glen Wild, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $25. Contact: 845/436-0122.

"You Can Get Published

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Lorraine DeGennaro, published author and editor and publisher of Alms Hosue Press leads a discussion on submitting work for publication. Fee: $25. Contact: 845/436-7720.

Barbeque and car show

LIBERTY – The Liberty Elks will hold a chicken barbeque and classic and specialty car show with live music by DJ Mystic Entertainment at their headquarters on Darby Lane in Liberty, 11 a.m. barbeque from 12 to 2 p.m. $8 eat in or take out. Contact: 845/292-3434.

Busker experience

BETHEL – An array of musicians, jugglers, clowns and other outdoor entertainers at the original woodstock site in Bethel, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: www.nacl.org.

Chicken Barbecue

TAFTON – The Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of Commerce sponsors a chicken barbecue at the Tafton Fire Company picnic pavilion in Tafton, 12:30 to 4 p.m. rain or shine.Tickets $10 each or $25 for three. Contact: 570/226-3191.

Clara Gillow Clark book signing

EQUINUNK – Clara Gillow Clark presents and signs her new book "Hattie on her way," at the Calder House Museum in Equinunk, 1 p.m.

Free meditation walk and relaxation hour

GLEN WILD – The Glen Wild Yoga Center is offering a free meditation walk on the safe makred trails of the Neversink Gorge State Park, 2:30 to 5 p.m. Meet at the Glen Wild Yoga Center in Glen Wild. The relaxation hour will be at the center from 6 to 7 p.m. Contact: www.glenwildyoga.com or 845/436-0122.

Gospel concert

BEACH LAKE – "The John Martin's" gospel concert on the beach behind the Beach Lake United Methodist Church, 7 p.m.

Horse show

JEFFERSONVILLE – The Stone Wall Farms horse show at Stone Wall Farms in Jeffersonville, 9 a.m. Contact for entry form.

Karen Mason

WHITE LAKE – The inspiration for the Cabaret room, Karen Mason performs in the Nancy LaMott Room of the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake, shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Membership day

LAKE ARIEL – Build a birdhouse and tour the grounds at membership day at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 1 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494 or educator@lacawac.org.

Pocono quilt camp – thru August 19

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn how to create a quilted hanging of your own design at quilt camp at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, August 14 thu 19, $289 includes meals, lodging and camp. A sewing machine in good working order is required. Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org.

Pot luck poetry

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Bring along a favorite poem and join the fun at Hamish & Henry Booksellers in Livingston Manor, 11 a.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Steam ecology

THOMPSON – Retired Mountain View High School biology teacher Stuart Slocum leads a walk through the Shelly Preserve investigating insects that are an indicator of water quailty Contact: 570/727-3362.

Stephen Christopher and 'The OptiMystiks'

STROUDSBURG – Enjoy the grand illusion of Stephen Christopher, his wife Cathi and their two sons in a show that is whimsical, hip and appropriate at the Gherman Theater in Stroudsburg, 3 p.m. $6 kids, $10 adults in advance. Contact: 570/420-2808.

'The Lenape'

BEACH LAKE – Learn about the Lenape people and their life on the Delaware River with Park Ranger Zack Wentzel at the Zane Grey Museum, 2 p.m. Contact: 570/685-4871.

Therapy dogs

ELDRED – A lecture on therapy dogs given by Chris Williams and Lady at the Sunshine Hall Free Library in Eldred, 2 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/557-6258.

Chamber Music Workshop – thru August 21

ELLENVILLE – Music Institute of Sullivan and Ulster Counties, Inc., 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Contact: 845/647-5087.

Dragonfly Challenge

DINGMAN'S FERRY – A dragonfly catching expedition at Pocono Environmental Education Center. $3 members; $5 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

fairy tale ball

MILFORD – A fairy tail ball and talent show for all ages at the Milford branch of the Pike County Public Library, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Contact: 570/686-7094.

Insect Foray

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Study Buffalo Tree Hoppers, Jagged Ambush Beetles, Humming Bird Moths and other interesting "bugs" at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 3:30 to 5 p.m. $3 for members, $5 for non-members Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org.

International Artists of Shandelee

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The International Artists of Shandelee will perform at the Shandelee Music Festival in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3277.

Lackawaxen River Conservancy meeting

HAWLEY – The Pike County Comprehensive Plan will be the focus of the regular monthly meeting of the Lackawaxen River Conservancy at the Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Center in Hawley, 7:30 p.m. Contact: www.lackawaxenriver.org.

Memorial barbecue

MONTICELLO – The annual Sid Karasik Memorial Barbecue at the Landfield Avenue Synagogue in Monticello, 5 p.m. $13. Contact: 845/794-8470.

Penny Social

ELDRED – The Highland Seniors will hold their annual penny social. Doors open at 5 p.m. calling at 6:30 p.m.

Rabies clinic

BETHEL – The town of Bethel holds a rabies clinic 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Kauneonga Lake Pole Barn.

Upper Delaware Council meeting

NARROWSBURG – The monthly meeting of the Upper Delaware Council at their office in Narrowsburg, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Wonders of the sky

LAKE ARIEL – Part of the knee-high to nature program for 3 to 5 year olds, learn about thunder, lightening, stars, the sun, the moon and clouds, 10 a.m. $3 donation for members, $5 for non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

zoning board meeting

BETHEL – The Bethel zoning board meeting at the Bethel Justice Court, 7:30 p.m.

Club barbecue

THOMPSON – The Monticello Kiwanis and Rotary team up for a barbecue at the Town of Thompson Park in Thompson with live music, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. $10. Contact: 845/794-4200 or 794-6639.

'Lives of young people' performance extended

LIBERTY – Three short plays about the dilemmas facing today's younger generation at the Liberty Free Theater in Liberty, 7:30 p.m. Free performance, reservations recommended. Contact: 845/292-3788.

Meeting of 'The Compassionate Friends'

HONESDALE – An international self-help organization offering friendship and support to beraved parents, "The Compassionate Friends" will meet in the board room on the second floor of he Wayne Memorial Hospital at 7 p.m. The topic will be new grief.

Music mix

BETHANY – The third annual music mix featuring fiddlers, bluegrass and the Tri-M chorus on the Green in Bethany, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/253-2536.

Music mix on the green

BETHANY – The 3rd annual "Music mix on the green sponsored by the Bethany Historical Society at Bethany park, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/253-2536.

Nazi art looting: tales of discovery

MONTICELLO – Evie T. Joselow talks about "Nazi Art Looting: Tales of Discovery," at the Crawford Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

'New Grief'

HONESDALE – The Compassionate Friends, an organization offering friendship and understanding to beraved parents, holds a meeting on 'new grief' at Wayne Memorial Hospital's board room 2, 7 p.m.

The flood

LAKE ARIEL – A discussion of the flood of 1955 lead by Art Frey at the Lacawac Sanctuary's Carriage House in Lake Ariel, 7 p.m. $3 donation for members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Cruizen the Waymart Hotel

WAYMART – Hot cars, prizes, dash plaques, trophies and live music with DJ Rickie Z at the Waymart Hotel, 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/729-7080.

Glassworker's cottage

HONESDALE – A locally produced 38 minute Dorflinger documentary on glassworker's cottage to be shown at the Presbyterian Chapel in Honesdale, 6 to 8 p.m. Refreshements will be served. Free and open to the public. Contact: 570253-1185.

'Lives of young people' performance extended

LIBERTY – Three short plays about the dilemmas facing today's younger generation at the Liberty Free Theater in Liberty, 7:30 p.m. Free performance, reservations recommended. Contact: 845/292-3788.

The Massenkoff Russian Folk Festival

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A high-energy show featuring live music and dance in the Seelig theatre at Sullivan County Community College's Loch Sheldrake campus, 2 and 8 p.m. $18 or $15 for students, staff and seniors. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Third thursday evening event

MONTICELLO – TransaWestern Publishing sponsors the third Thursday Evening Event at the Buona Fortuna Restaurant in Monticello, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free to members, $10 for non-members Contact: 845/292-8500.

Wonderful Wildflowers

LAKE ARIEL – A slide program on Pennsylvania's wildflowers at the Lacawac Sanctuary's Carriage House in Lake Ariel, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. $3 donation for members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Bluegrass festival

BUSHKILL – A foot-stomping bluegrass festival with Ricky Skaggs, the Del McCoury Band and Mountain Heart at the Mountain Laurel Center's Tom RIdge Pavilion in Bushkill. Tickets start at $20 each, lawn tickets at $15 each. Contact: 570/693-4100.

Brave new worlds – thru August 20

HIGHLAND LAKE – The first stagings of new plays by Sybil Kempson and Ruth Margraff, "The Secret Death of Puppets" and "Songs from the Table" at the NaCL theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

Cape May bird trip – thru August 21

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Enjoy the beauty and the birds of Cape May during the Pocono Environmental Education Center's birding trip. $160 per person includes all transportation in Cape May but not accommodations or transportation to New Jersey. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Communications and media training

HAWLEY – A seminar on how to make a more effective presentation, prepare a press release, and manage interviews with reporters at the PPL Learning Center in Hawley, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. $10. Contact: 570/775-7393.

Full moon walk

LAKE ARIEL – Listen to the sounds of night and look at the starts on a full moon walk through the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 8 p.m. Meet at the visitors center for the free tour. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Grahamsville little world's fair – thru August 21

GRAHAMSVILLE – Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Route 55 in Grahamsville. Admission $4 for 4 through 74-year-olds, $1 for children 5 to 11 and under 5 or over 75 are free. Ride braclets cost $12 for all day.

Judith Tulloch

WURTSBORO – A blend of contemporary, jazz, acoustic rock and world music ambiance, Judith Tulloch performs at the UnCommonGrounds in Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. $5. Contact: 845/888-2121 or www.ugcoffee.com.

Medicare prescription plan – thru September 9

HONESDALE – A two-session presentation including "Information on the new medicare prescription plan" and "information on extra help for premium costs" with David Weinerith at the Wayne County Public Library in Honesdale, August 19 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and September 9, 3 to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Mountain heart

BUSHKILL – Ricky Skaggs brings his bluegrass Kentucky-bred poicking and singing to the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Olive Drab

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A performance of Olive Drab upstairs at the Resort in Livingston Manor, 9:30 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3400.

Ricky Skaggs and the Del McCoury band

BUSHKILL – A true bluegrass experience with Ricky Skaggs and the Del McCoury band at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 7 p.m. Contact: www.mountainlaurelcenter.com.

Songs of the River

NARROWSBURG – Tusten-Cochecton Branch Library, 10:00 a.m. John from the Upper Delware Scenic & Recreational Rivers Summer Education Program will paly guitar and lead sing-a-longs about the river and our area. Contact: 845/252-3360.

'Songs of the table' – thru August 20

HIGHLAND LAKE – NACL presents the first in a new series, showing off the work of this country's hottest new playwrights. Ruth Margraff presents "Songs of the Table" from CAFÉ ANTARSIA, a new Greek/Ottoman "world folk opera," featuring live music by The Café Hasani Ensemble at the NACL Theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. All tickets on a sliding scale from $8 to $20. Contact: 845-557-0694.

'Songs of the table' – thru August 20

HIGHLAND LAKE – Ruth Margraff presents "Songs of the table" from Cafe Antarsia, a new Greek/Ottoman world folk opera with live Balkan music by the Cafe Hasani Ensamble at the NACL Theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

The Cadillacs

HONESDALE – A ride on the Stourbridge Line, chartered by Oldies 92 & 100, departs from Honesdale and arrives in Hawley for a barbecue with the Red Schoolhouse and a performance by the Cadillacs, a live oldies band, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Alan Semonovich

WURTSBORO – Alan Semonovich performs at the UnCommonGrounds in Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/888-2121 or www.ugcoffee.com.

'And yet another flood'

BUSHKILL – The Friends of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area present the fourth in a series of monthly lectures at the Buskill Meeting Center in Bushkill, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/588-2451.

Askew and Blakeslee readings

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Rilla Askew and Mermer Blakeslee read from their forthcoming novels at Hamish and Henry Bookstores in Livingston Manor, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower hike

ARKVILLE – Alan White, director of the Nature Conservancy's Catskill Mountain Program leads a hike up to the Balsam Mountain Lake Fire Tower in Arkville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/586-1002.

benefit conert

GLEN WILD – The Glen Wild Yoga Center will host a benefit concert to help the Sullivan County Chapter of the Federation for the Homeless at the Glen Wild Yoga Center in Glen Wild, 4 p.m. Contact: 845/794-2604.

Bird watch luncheon

HONESDALE – Join the Northeast Pennsylvania Audubon Society for a bird watch luncheon at the home of Ann Harvath in Honesdale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your own lunch, beverages and snacks will be provided. Call for directions. Contact: 570/253-5713..

Blood drive

ELDRED – The American Legion Ambulance Service holds a blood drive at their building in Eldred, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0642.

Blood drive

ELDRED – The American Legion Ambulance Services is holding a blood drive at their building in Eldred to honor the trops, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 557-0642 or www.americanlegionambulance.org.

Chicken barbecue

GLEN SPEY – The Pond Eddy United Methodist Church holds a chicken barbecue at the Lumberland Town Hall in Glen Spey, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $8 adult, $4 child. Contact: 845/856-1129.

Chicken barbecue

NORTH BRANCH – The Grace Lutheran Church in North Branch holds a chicken barbecue, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $8 adults, $4 children under 12, 5 and under free.

Club contra dance

GALILEE – The community dance club contra meets at the Galilee Grange in Galilee, 7 p.m. Music from local band, 'It couldn't hoit' featuring Dan Brinkerhoff. $5 per person, $10 per family Contact: 845/887-4932.

Crawford and Smith exhibition – thru September 25

JEFFERSONVILLE – The grand opening of an exhibit of the works of sculptor John Crawford and Swan Lake painter Carol Smith at the Art Mill in Jeffersonville, 6 to 8 p.m. Contact: 845/482-3126.

Crazy fingers cruzen night

LAKEVILLE – Hot cars, trophies and live music from DJ Rickie Z on 590 in Lakeville, 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/729-7080.

'El Maestro'

BUSHKILL – Johnny Pacheco, "El Maestro," performs his Latin sound at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Fiddlin' around

EQUINUNK – Steve Jacobi and his group, "Fiddlin Around" performs at the Equinunk Fire Hall with proceeds benefiting the Hill Mill, 8 p.m.

free prints

FREMONT CENTER – In honor of Catskill Wildlife artist Francis W. Davis, visitors will have the choice of one free black and whilte or sepia tone image at the Wildwood Gallery in Fremont Center. Contact: 607/869-2335.

Get healthy in Honesdale

HONESDALE – The annual "Get healthy in Honesdale" featuring over 30 vendors and practitioners at the Honesdale High School in Honesdale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $2 at the door. Contact: 570/253-9270 or 570/253-8060.

'Graveyard Art'

PORT JERVIS – The Minisink Valley Historical Society presents a slide program of "graveyard art" from the 1600's to the present day at the Port Jervis Library, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/856-2375.

Historical society meeting

EQUINUNK – The Equinunk Historical Society hods their annual meeting and awards ceremony at the Calcer House Museum, 12:25 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

Ian Williams reception

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Celebrate the release of Ian William's latest book "Rum a social nad socialable history of the real spirit of 1776" at Hamish & Henry Booksellers in Livingston Manor, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Indoor flea market and bake sale – thru August 21

HAWLEY – A Hawley Ambulance benefit for their new building, an indoor flea market and bake sale at the ambulance building in Hawley, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tables $10 a day or $15 for two. Contact: 570/226-9763.

'Land where the good songs go'

MONTGOMERY – Greek-American Soprano Julie Ziavras and award-winning composer/singer Ken DeAnglis , Sarah Rice and Michael Cone perform at the Recreation Center of Montgomery without microphones. $15 or $10 seniors/students. Contact: 845/888-2798 or www.BwayDirect.com.

Landscape Painting – thru August 21

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road. Workshop to attemp to translate an outdoor experience into paint, color and light. Fee: $180. Contact: 845/436-4979.

Laser Light Show

NARROWSBURG – Tusten Theatre, 7:00 p.m. Jerome Benton, performing artist, will perform juggling, pantomime, puppetry and an electrifying laser light show. Contact: 845/252-3360.

'Lives of young people' performance extended

LIBERTY – Three short plays about the dilemmas facing today's younger generation at the Liberty Free Theater in Liberty, 7:30 p.m. Free performance, reservations recommended. Contact: 845/292-3788.

local band opens for CinePark

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A group of talented young musicians, "The Crew," opens for the sixth film in Cinepark's 2005 season at the paviion in Renaissance Park in Livingston Manor, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/665-6490.

Monarch Butterflies

HAWLEY – Learn about the lifecycle of the Monarch with Ed Wesely at the Delaware Highlands Conservancy in Hawley, 10 a.m. Contact: www.delawarehighlands.org.

Monarch Butterflies

MILANVILLE – Learn about the monarch life cycle and help to tag early migrants. 10 a.m. at the Butterfly Barn with Ed Wesely and Barbara Yeaman. See www.butterflybarn.org for more details. Contact: 570-226-3164.

Moonlight madness

HAWLEY – Enjoy the magic of nighttime canoeing on a dusk canoe trip from Lordville to Long Eddy, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/226-3164 or www.delawarehighlands.org.

Old Time Fair

GRAHAMSVILLE – Step back in time at the Old Time Fair in Bicentennial Square Park at the Neversink Town Hall in Grahamsville, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/985-2515 or 985-2452.

'Operation Wanderlust'

RADIO – The story of two teens who encounter hobo cultuer in Scranton by Alicia Grega on WVIA (89.9 FM), 4:30 p.m. Contact: www.wvia.org.

Pancake breakfast

MILFORD – The Church of Good Sheperd and St. John the Evangelist will host a pancake breakfast at the church in Milford, 11:30 a.m. $7 adults, $5 seniors and students, $3 children. Contact: 570/296-8123.

Penny social

SMALLWOOD – The Club at Smallwood holds a penny social, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/583-5737.

Pond exploration

MILANVILLE – Discover the fascinating world of aquatic insects with Don Hamilton at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $5 for members, $3 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

'Showboat Circus'

KINGSTON – Professional vaudevillians performing in authentic showboat style aboard the barge on the docks at the Hudson River Maritime Museum in Kingston, performances at 12:30 and 3 p.m. $13 adults $6 children. Contact: www.smarttix.com or 877/238-5596.

Tricky tray

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Township Volunteer Fire Department holds a tricky tray fundraiser at their building, 5 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. calling

works in progress

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Award winning novelists Mermer Blakeslee and Rilla Askew read from their works in progress at Hamish & Henry Booksellers in Livingston Manor, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Workshop: Mushrooms – thru August 21

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Lacawac Sanctuary: "Plants of the Underworld I - Mushrooms and their Allies" by Jim Brett. 2-day, 1-night program will feature identification of easily recognized forest mushrooms, cooking class, general natural history of eastern woodlands. Tuition: $275 includes meals, shared accomodations, instruction and, if requested, 12 hours ACT 48 hours credit. Pre-registration required. Contact: Michele Richards at 570/458-4227.

A potpourri of music

MONTICELLO – the Bells of Joy Hanbell Choir presents a concert in the sanctuary of the Monticello Presbyterian Church on Broadway in Monticello, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/794-7869.

Blueberry pancake breakfast

CUDDEBACKVILLE – All you can eat blueberry pancake breakfast at the visitor center of the Neversink Valley Area Museum, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. $5 adults, $3 children under 12. Contact: 845/754-8870.

Chamber music concert

ELLENVILLE – The Ellenville Public Library will host a chamber-music contest featuring Susan Seligman and Anastasia Solberg in the library's community room, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/647-5530.

dance and lecture demonstration

LIBERTY – A unique exponent of Jewish European Dance based on religious, authentic ritual movements and Jewish gestures with Felix Fibich at the Congregation Ahavath Israel in Liberty, $5 per person $12 for a family of three or more. Contact: 845/292-4760.

Dessin Animal shelter poker run

HAWLEY – The Dessin Animal Shelter holds it's third annual poker run. Registration 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Cora's Bistro in Hawley. Riders wll ride to Longbranch Saloon in Equinunk for a BBQ with refreshments and music. $25 for drivers, $15 for passengers. Contact: 570/253-4037 or dessin@ptd.net.

Grease performance extended

FORESTBURGH – Due to demand, the Forestburgh Playhouse has added an additional performance to the schedule at the Forestburgh Playhouse, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-1194.

Lecture and dance demonstration

LIBERTY – Enjoy a presentation of Jewish European dance based on religious, authentic and ritual movements and gestures at the Congregation Ahewath Israel in Liberty, 10:30 a.m. $5 or $12 for a family of three or more. Contact: 845/292-4760.

Lisa Asher

WHITE LAKE – 2005 MAC Award Nominee for outstanding female vocalist, Lisa Asher performs in the Nancy LaMott Room of the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake, shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover. Contact: 845/583-4114.

'Lives of young people' performance extended

LIBERTY – Three short plays about the dilemmas facing today's younger generation at the Liberty Free Theater in Liberty, 7:30 p.m. Free performance, reservations recommended. Contact: 845/292-3788.

'Matchless grace'

BEACH LAKE – A gospel concert on the beach behind the Beach Lake United Methodist Church, 7 p.m.

Pet lovers poker run

HONESDALE – A ride for homeless animals, bikes and all vehicles welcome. T-shirts to the first 100 people registered and paid. Prizes for the top poker hands. $25 drivers, $15 passengers. Contact: 570/253-4037.

Rutledge family reunion

RUTLEDGEDALE – A pot luck lunch held at the home of Bruce and Melissa Rutledge in Rutledgedale, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Bring your gift for the "mystery sale." Contact: 570/224-4661.

Sullivan County SPCA Auction

ROCK HILL – In need of donations for upcoming acution. Must be good merchandise, no junk please! Will pick up or make arrangements to deliver. Contact: 845/796-3120.

Viola Master Class – thru August 28

ELLENVILLE – Music Institute of Sullivan and Ulster Counties, Inc., 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Contact: 845/647-5087.

wine festival

BETHEL – The Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods features a wine festival by Woodstone Companies at the corner of Hurd and West Shore Roads in Bethel, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $5 admission includes souvenire tasting glass. Contact: 845/295-2440.

Historical society meeting

DAMASCUS – The Damascus Township Historical society will meet at the Damascus Township Municipal Building, 7 p.m.

Republican women meeting

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Council of Republican Women will meet at the Red School House pavilion, 6 p.m. Guest speaker will be Coroner Carol Lienert. Members are to bring articles for servicemen. Contact: 570/253-1862 or 570/226-3294.

Kids extreme – thru August 25

WHITE LAKE – Fun and adventure at the Reformed Presbyterian Church in White Lake for grades K through 8, 6 to 8 p.m. Contact: 845/583-7082 or www.whitelakechurch.com.

Lessing book discussion

MONTICELLO – A discussion of Doris Lessing's "Our Friend Judith" at the E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

'Our Friend Judith' discussion

MONTICELLO – A discussion of Doris Lessing's "Our Friend Judith" at the E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. New members welcome Contact: 845/794-4660.

The Full Monty – thru September 4

FORESTBURGH – Forestburgh Playhouse's production of "The Full Monty." Tuesday through Saturday 8 p.m. $29.95. Wednesday 2 p.m.; Sunday 3 p.m. $23.95. Nightly post-show cabarets. Contact: 845/794-1194.

Education in America

MONTICELLO – A lecture by Gandalf, "Education in America: What are our prejudices" at the Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Gandalf lecture

MONTICELLO – A lecture by Gandalf at the Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Topic not yet decided. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Herp Hunt II

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Snag frogs at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 3:30 to 5 p.m. $3 for members, $5 for non-members Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org.

Monarch butterflies

MILANVILLE – Join Ed Wesley for a peek into the life of a Monarch butterfly at the Carriage House in Milanville, 7 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Open space planning

HAWLEY – Learn about how Monroe County planners worked together to impliment open space planning at the Pike County Area Agency on Aging in Hawley, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220.

'A midsummer night's dream'

LIBERTY – A performance of William Shakespeare's "A midsummer night's dream" in the Liberty Music and Arts Pavilion in Liberty, 7 p.m. Free admission, donations accepted. Contact: 845/292-0100.

Cruzen the Waymart Hotel

WAYMART – Hot cars, pizza, prizes, trophies and music from DJ Rickie Z at the Waymart Hotel, 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/470-1763.

Real estate course

MONTICELLO – A 45-hour course that fulfills the educational requirements for New York State salesperson licensing, Thursday September 1 through December 15, 6 to 8:40 p.m. Registration deadline August 25. Contact: 845/791-1438.

Reduced adoption fee – thru September 30

HONESDALE – A reduced adoption fee for the array of cats at the Pike County Humane Society now through the end of September. Contact: 570/296-7654.

Town board meeting

BETHEL – The Bethel town board meeting at the Bethel Senior Center, 7:30 p.m.

'Chocolate made for a queen'

CALLICOON – The Chocolate at the library series continues with Chocolatier Olga Koroleva of Koroleva Chocolates at the Delaware Free Library in Callicoon, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/887-4040.

Cruizen Sullivan County

WHITE LAKE – Take your classic, antique, muscle car or street rod for a night out with Cruizen Sullivan County at the Fly-In Saucer Cafe in White Lake. Contact: 800/557-1147 or 570/739-7080..

Family nature weekend – thru August 28

DINGMAN'S FERRY – A dose of summer camp for the whole family, hiking, canoeing, swimmming, games, crafts and more at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry. $95 per person. Contact: 570/828-2319 or peec@ptd.net.

golf tournament

ABRAHAMSVILLE – The third annual Bob Rosen classic golf tournament at the Concord Country Club in Kiamesha Lake, 11:30 a.m. lunch and 12:30 shotgun start. Contact: 845/794-1771.

History of the Catskills Conference – thru August 28

MONTICELLO – The 11th annual History of the Catskills Conference focuses on "Jewish women, comedy and the Catskills" at Kutscher's Country Club in Monticello. Registration at 5 p.m. Friday, August 26. $15 Friday night only, $35 Saturday only, $25 Sunday only, $60 for the whole weekend. Contact: 845/794-6000 or 800/431-1273.

Old fasioned square dance

GALILEE – Swing your partner at an old fashioned square dance at the Galilee Grange Hall in Galilee, 8 to 11 p.m. Music by the Swiftwater band. $4.50. Contact: 570/224-4536 or 224-4661.

Olive Drab

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A performance of Olive Drab upstairs at the Resort in Livingston Manor, 9:30 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3400.

Singer/songwriter night

WURTSBORO – A night of networking, sharing your music and listening to others at the UnCommonGrounds in Wurtsboro, 8 p.m. Bring your ideas, music and instrument. Reservations recommended. $5. Contact: 845/888-2121 or www.ugcoffee.com.

The mystery of Lakewood house – thru August 27

HIGHLAND LAKE – A world premiere by NaCL about spirits, both real and imagined that inhibit the Lakewood House at the NaCL theatre in Highland Lake, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

Third Day concert

BUSHKILL – Christian rock group, Third Day, will perform at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/588-5800 or www.mountainlaurelcenter.org.

Wayne County Genealogy group

HONESDALE – The next meeting of the Wayne County Genealogy group at the Research Library of the Wayne County Historical Society in Honesdale, 4:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3240.

5K run/walk

HONESDALE – Habitat for Humanity of Wayne County holds their 10th annual 5K run/walk at the Honesdale High School track complex, registration 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. Contact: 570/226-3039 or 570/251-8115.

Ailey II

HIGHMOUNT – An encore of Ailey II performance at the Belleayre Music Festival in Highmount, 8 p.m. tickets arnage from $40 to $60 with lawn seats at $15. Contact: 800/942-6904.

Auditions for Big Sky Productions – thru August 31

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Big Sky Productions hold auditions for it's fall production of "The Exonerated" at Sullivan County Community College in Loch Sheldrake, August 27 10 a.m. to 12 noon, August 30 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. and August 31 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Contact: 845/985-7783.

'Aunt Evelyn's Mangy Dog'

RADIO – Frank Wilde's story about healing and renewal iwth an exceptional "dog" performance on WVIA (89.9 FM), 4:30 p.m. Contact: www.wvia.org.

Bake sale

KENOZA LAKE – The Kenoza Lake United Methodist Women hold a bake sale on the front lawn of the church, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ballroom/swing dance lessons

LIBERTY – The Liberty Fitness Center holds Ballroom/ swing dance lessons at their facility, 7:30 to 10 p.m. $8 single, $15 couple.

Dreamwork: Painting the Inner Landscape

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road. Presented by Judith Schafman and Andrey Tamarchenko. Revisit dreams, encounter and engage in clarifying "conversation" with dream inhabitants. Approach painitng in an intuitive, spontaneous, suggestive and shape-shiftng manner. Fee: $100. Contact: 845/436-4979.

Leather and lace poker run

WHITE LAKE – A poker run to benefit Hospice or Orange and Sullivan Counties at Buster's BBQ in White Lake, NY. Registration 10 a.m. to 12 noon. $20 registration includes breakfast at Buster's and and post-run BBQ at Cedar Rapids. Contact: 845/701-1130.

Murder mystery dinner

PARKSVILLE – "Kim and Scott Tie the Knot," a murder mystery at the Dead End Cafe in Parksville, hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m., seating at 7 p.m. $32.95 Contact: 845/292-0202.

penny social

DAMASCUS – A penny social at the Damascus Community Center in Damascus, doors open at 6 drawing starts at 7. All proceeds go to the community center. Contact: 570/224-6381 or 224-4352.

Philip Mancini performs classical guitar

HONESDALE – Philip Mancini performs classical music on the guitar at the banquet of the Full Gospel Business Men's Fellowship International at Cordaro's Restaurant banquet room in Honesdale. Contact: 570/253-6948.

Quaker fair

GRAHAMSVILLE – The members of the Quaker meeting in Grahamsville will hold their annual fair at the historic meeting house on route 55, Grahamsville, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/985-2814.

Salsa y salud

MONTICELLO – Sullivan County Healthy Living and other local agencies present health information at the Federation for the homeless in Monticello, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entertainment, refreshments, face painting , games and free raffles. Contact: 845/794-3377.

spaghetti dinner

MILFORD – The Church of Good Sheperd and St. John the Evangelist in Milford will host an all you can eat spaghetti dinner in Milford, 5 to 8:30 p.m. $7 adults, $4 children 3 to 12, children under 3 eat free.

St. Mary's smorgasbord

OBERNBURG – St. Mary's in Obernburg holds a smorgasbord, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $7 adults, $3 children under 12. Children Under 5-years-old are free.

'The summer 2005 art exhibition' opening – thru September 11

LAKE HUNTINGTON – The Lake Huntington Arts Center presents "The summer 2005 art exhibition," a group showing with paintings, sculpture and mixed media works, reception and pot luck party August 27, 5 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/932-8707.

Ann Hampton Callaway

WHITE LAKE – An accomplished singer, songwriter, recording artist, and Broadway star, Ann Hampton Callaway performs in the Nancy LaMott Room of the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake, shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Bon Secours fund raising event

PORT JERVIS – Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation presents an afternoon of wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres and entertainment as part of its second annual fund raising event, 3 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/856-0677.

Children's festival

BETHEL – Tom Chapin and friends hold a children's festival sponsored by Crystal Run including tie-dying, bookmaking, storytelling, arts and crafts, scavenger hunt and games at the corner of Hurd and West Shore Roads in Bethel, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-2440 or www.bethelwoods.us.

Jewish war veteran's show and dance

MONTICELLO – Jewish War Veteran's Jesse Bram's Post # 206 show and dance at Kutsher's Country Club in Monticello, 9 p.m. $6 per person. Contact: 845/794-2276.

Pilobolus

BUSHKILL – One of the most popular dance companies of our time, Pilobolus performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Poetry Reading

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road, 7:00 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres reception, guest poet, The Alchemy Club and Workshop participant reading. Contact: 845/436-7720.

Choral society concert

LAKE ARIEL – Hemlock Farms Choral Society performs a classical vocal concert at the Carriage House in Lake Ariel, 7 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Hat giveaway

MONTICELLO – The world champion two-year-old trotting colt, Here comes Herbie, competes in the New York Sire Stakes at the Monticello Raceway, 1:10 p.m. The first 200 fans will recieve a free hat.

'The promise of stem cells'

LIBERTY – A panel of experts including Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther explores the topic of stem cells from the perspectives of individual and communial needs, Jewish viewpoints, scientific, ethical and moral considerations, legislative challenges and hadassah's advances. Contact: 845/292-4760.

barbecue

KAUNEONGA LAKE – The Lions Club holds their annual barbecue with chicken and all the fixings at the Kauneonga Lake Firehouse Polebarn, 1 to 3 p.m.

Beneficial bugs

LAKE ARIEL – Meet the bugs you would miss if they were gone with Kim Carlen at the Carriage house, 7 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Kane, Lewis and Sullivan County hotels

MONTICELLO – Danny Kaye, Jerry Lewis and Sullivan County hotels will be the topic of discussion at a lecture by John Conway at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Minnie Feldman memorial lecture

MONTICELLO – John Conway, Sullivan County historian lectures on Minnie Feldman memorial, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Pest or guest?

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Lacawac Sanctuary presents their last forum of the season, "Pest or Guest?" Meet the good guys and the bad guys, find out what bugs are beneficial, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494 or educator@lacawac.org.

ZZ Top performs

BUSHKILL – After 34 years of rock ZZ Top performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Creamery kickoff event

MIDDLETOWN – Bellvale Farms Creamery have named September "Orange County Land Trust Month." They will donate 1% of ther profits toward land protection efforts. The kick off for this event will be at the creamery with local historian Richard Hull, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/343-0840.

Soul of Clay – thru September 2

WOODBOURNE – The Old Stone House, 282 Hasbrouck Road. Presented by Kim Alderman, Andrey Tamarchenko and Judith Schafman. Focus on the substance of your own psychic images and the spaces they emerge from and the mysterious substance of clay. Fee: $180. Contact: 845/436-4979.

Upper Delaware Council meeting

NARROWSBURG – The Upper Delaware Council will hold their monthly meeting at their office on Bridge Street in Narrowsburg, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Chamber meeting

LIBERTY – The Liberty Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce will hold their September first Friday at the Liberty Diner, sponsored by Sullivan County Community College,7:45 to 9 a.m. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Contact: 845/292-8500.

'Evolutions'

NARROWSBURG – Sculptures and drawings by Sal Romano, "Evolutions" opening at the Delaware Arts Center Gallery, September 2, 7 to 9 p.m. Music for the reception by the Ill Winds Chamber Ensemble. Contact: 845/252-7576.

Free fireworks display

MONTICELLO – Monticello Raceway and Mighty M. will hold a free fireworks display starting at 9 p.m. Contact: 845/807-0001.

Old Time Fiddlers

MAPLEWOOD – Clayton Park, 8:00 p.m. Contact: 570/224-6330 or email fiddlinaround@ezaccess.net.

Olive Drab

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A performance of Olive Drab upstairs at the Resort in Livingston Manor, 9:30 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3400.

Annual summerfest and angler's market

LIVINGSTON MANOR – More than 40 vendors, children's activities, fly tying and casting demonstrations make this a family-oriented event at the Catskkill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $2 a car including parking. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net.

Annual Summerfest and Anglers' Market

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Catskill Fly Fishing Center & Museum, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Features activities, craftspeople and fly fishing vendors. Activities include fly tying and casting demonstrations, 4th Annual Great Catskill Fish Race, antique tackle appraisals, children's activities, and the 1st Annual Club Castabout Competition. Admission: $2.00 per car. Contact: 845-439-4810 or email flyfish@catskill.net.

'Before and after'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The gallery opening for Photographer Kristine Larsen at the Dry Goods Ground Space Gallery in Livingston Manor, 6 to 8 p.m. Contact: 845/439-8029.

Benoist and Giordano at the Blue Victorian – thru October 3

JEFFERSONVILLE – An artists' reception of handcrafted Cermaics by Alicia Benodist and on paper by Joan Giordano at the Gallery at the Blue Victorian, 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 845/482-5544.

'Bravehawk' exhibit – thru September 24

LIBERTY – Original Native American arts and crafts by Joseph "Bravehawk" O'Neal at the Liberty Museum and Arts Center with a reception on September 3, 7 to 9 p.m. Contact: 845/292-2394 or www.libertymuseum.com.

CFFCM guest fly tyer

LIVINGSTON MANOR – John Roetman demonstrates fly tying at the Catskkill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, 1 to 4 p.m. $3 adults, $1 children under 12, free to members. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net.

chicken barbecue

FREMONT CENTER – A take-out only chicken barbecue at the Fremont Center Community Church. Serving 3 to 7 p.m. $8. Contact: 845/882-4229.

Craft fair

BEACH LAKE – The annual craft fair sponsored by the Beach Lake Ladies Auxiliary at the Beach Lake Firehall, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $1 donation per adult. Contact: 570/729-7952.

fantasy and bugs gallery opening – thru October 10

LIBERTY – Fantasy clay sculptures and pottery by Kathy Jeffers and insects on moire patterns by Hank Schneiderat the Catskill Artists Gallery in Liberty, opening reception 4 to 8 p.m. Contact: 845/292-0310.

Glass paintings by Perlmutter

CALLICOON – The opening reception of glass paintings by Jules Perlmutter at the Jerico Fine Arts Gallery in Callicoon, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Contact: 845/887-5990 or www.jericogallery.com.

'Hidden treasures' at gallery – thru October 10

LIBERTY – An exhibition of fantastic ceramic creatures by potter Kathy Jeffers and photographer Hank Schneider, "Hidden Treasures" grand opening is September 3 at the Catskill Artists Gallery in Liberty, 4 to 8 p.m. Contact: 845/292-8967.

Meet Frank Zimmermann – thru September 5

MILFORD – An architectural photographer, Frank Zimmermann will exhibit his work at Art After Dark in Milford, 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/296-6789.

'Orquestra broadway'

BUSHKILL – Cuban-American ensemble Orquestra Broadway performs at the Mountain Laurel Center in Bushkill, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/887-5164.

Perlmutter exhibit – thru September 24

CALLICOON – Jules Perlmutter's show, "glass series" on exhibit at the Jerico Fine Arts Gallery in Callicoon, grand opening September 3, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Contact: 845/887-5990.

Price and Rocklin – thru September 25

HURLEYVILLE – The opening reception for photographer Fred Price and sculptor Raymond Rocklin at the Catskill Art Society in Hurleyville, 5 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Tac sale

FOSTERDALE – The Fosterdale United Methodist Church holds a tac sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations welcome. Contact: 845/482-5561.

'The amazing Goldin and the regeneration of the pu

RADIO – Ed Simpson's story of a touring magician who saws a woman in half and gives special hope to a minor's young son on WVIA 89.9 FM.

Three dog night

HIGHMOUNT – One of the biggest selling rock acts in history, 'Three Dog Night' at the Belleayre Music Festival in Highmount, 8 p.m. Contact: 800/942-6904.

yard sale – thru September 4

ABRAHAMSVILLE – A community yard sale to raise funds for the reconstriction of the Briscoe Dam and restore the lake to it's natual beauty Labor Day weekend, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or shine. Contact: 845/292-3909 or 292-7077.

Car show and chicken bbq

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The Livingston Manor Rotary Club holds it's third annual car show and chicken barbecue on Main Street in Livingston Manor, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $8 preregistration, $10 same day registration. $8 chicken barbecue donation. Contact: 845/439-2032.

Chicken barbecue

LACKAWAXEN – St. Ann's Church in Shohola will hold their chicken barbecue at the Lackawaxen Firemen's Field in Lackawaxen, 12:30 to 5 p.m. rain or shine. $8 adults, $4 children under 12. Advance ticket sales only. Contact: 570/559-7642.

Day to be gay

CALLICOON – The 5th annual Day to be gay in the Catskills, a celebration of gay and lesbian music and culture at the Delaware Community Center in Callicoon rain or shine, 12 noon to 5 p.m. $15 admission. Contact: 845/295-8721.

Eldred familiy reunion

ELDRED – The 58th annual Eldred family reunion at the Pine hill Community Hall. Registration starts at 11:30 a.m. and a buffet luncheon at 12:30. Bring a covered dish to share and items for the auction and food baskets.

Jeanne MacDonald

WHITE LAKE – 2004 Nightlife Award winner for outstanding female cabaret performer and winner of the 2004 MAC Award for outsanding female vocalist, Jeanne MacDonald performs in the Nancy LaMott Room of the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake, shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Keith Kendrick house concert

SPARROWBUSH – A concert of traditional folk music at Keith Kendrick's house 594 on route 97 in Sparrowbush, 7:30 p.m. A free pre-concert workshop for interested musicians at 5 p.m. $10 for show. Contact: 845/858-7890.

Mantequilla Alpaca festival

BETHEL – The fourth annual Alpaca festival featuring alpacas of all colors, the history of alpaca farming, and spinners and weavers demonstrating how fiber is made. Contact: 845/295-2448.

Natural home care for colds and flu

HONESDALE – Nathaniel Whitmore, a local herbalist will lead his final nature walk at Irving Cliff in Honesdale. He will discuss edible and medicinal uses for the herbs found and home-care practices for dealing with colds and flu, 3 p.m. Contact: 224-0264.

Pancake breakfast

BETHEL – The Smallwood-Mongaup Valley Fire Department holds a pancake breakfast at their fire hall in Bethel, 6 a.m. to 12 noon. 5 and under free. Contact: bethelclerk@hvc.rr.com.

Penny social

NARROWSBURG – St. Francis Xavier Parish will hold their annual penny social on Sunday, September 4 at the Tusten Town Hall in Narrowsburg, doors open at 6 p.m. calling at 8 p.m. $1 donation. Contact: 845/252-6681.

Poetry in the one-room school

BETHEL – Well known teacher and historian, Dorothy Kieff, shares the poems every student in a small school knew by heart based on her research at the one-room school house in Bethel, 1 to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3240.

'Tootsie'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The very popular 1982 comedy/romance, "Tootsie" (PG) at Cinepark in Livingston Manor, 8:15 p.m. Bring a lawn chair.

DeBruce Labor Day parade

DEBRUCE – The annual DeBruce Labor Day parade featuring floats, antique cars, and the Livingston Manor Hose Co. Model T Ford Fire Truck and a Fabulous 50's theme, starting at 11 a.m. in DeBruce. Contact: 439-3384.

Defensive driving course – thru September 8

MONTICELLO – A six-hour national safety council defensive driving course offered by Sullivan County Community College at the St. John Education Center in Monticello, 5:30 to 9 p.m. $47. Contact: 845/791-4070.

Dietician to speak to diabetics

PORT JERVIS – Elaine Ridley, a registered dietician from Bon Secours Community Hospital will be the guest speaker at the Port Jervis support group at the McAuley Center. Contact: 570/296-7471.

German sausage dinner

LIBERTY – The Liberty Elks Lodge holds their german sausuage dinner with three kids of "wurst," hot potato salad, red cabbage and desert, 5 to 7 p.m. $8 or $5 for children under 12. Eat in or take out. Contact: 845/292-3434.

Joseph "Bravehawk" ONeal exhibit – thru September 24

LIBERTY – An exhibit by Native American Artist, Joseph "Bravehawk" O'Neal at the Liberty Museum and Arts Center in Liberty, NY. Contact: 845/292-2394 or www.libertymuseum.com.

Retired teachers luncheon

CALLICOON CENTER – The Sullivan County Retired Teachers Association holds a luncheon and meeting at Hill's Resort , 9:30 a.m. registration. 10:30 meeting. The featured speaker is Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther. $20. Contact: 845/292-6903.

'Using the 2000 U.S. Cencus'

DINGMAN'S FERRY – A half day in-service offered by the Penn State Cooperative Extension on how to use the 2000 U.S. Cencus data available for public use on the web to better understand your community held at Camp Speers/Eljabar in Dingman's Ferry, $10. Contact: 570/296-3400.

"The Cemetery Club" – thru September 18

SOUTH FALLSBURG – Rivoli Theatre. A warm comedy by Ivan Menchell directed by Bunny Woloszczak. A story about love, friendship and life centered around three Jewish widows who meet regularly to visit their husband's graves. Contact: Lori Schneider-Wendt, Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop, Inc.: 845/434-7232.

4-H shooting sports program

LIBERTY – A shootings sports course for youths covering the disciplines of long rifle, archery, air pistol and air rifle, muzzle loading, trapt/skeet shooting, reloading, map and compass reading, wildlife and habitat evaluation and first aid at the Cornell Cooperative Extension in Liberty. Contact: 845/292-4641.

Radio city music show registration

COCHECTON – Registration for the Cochecton youth Radio City music show on November 12, will be held at the ambulance building in Lake Huntington on September 8, 7 to 8 p.m. Free for Cochecton youth, $57 for adults or out-of-towners.

Celebration of the arts – thru September 11

DELAWARE WATER GAP – The 28th annual Delaware Water Gap Celebration of the Arts is an all volunteer, community planned music and arts festival featuring jazz healdliners, and big band sounds at the Presbyterian Church in the Delaware Water Gap in PA., Opening reception 6 p.m. on Friday, Saturday 12 noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/424-2210.

Legislative breakfast

MIDDLETOWN – The 18th Ramapo Catskill Library System Legislative breakfast at the Wallkill Golf Club in Middletown, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Contact: 845/343-1131 ext. 242.

'Old Time Fiddlers' benefit concert

RILEYVILLE – The "Old Time Fiddlers" will be holding a benefit concert at the Hickory Grange in Rileyville, PA, 7:30 p.m. $5 per person or $12 per family suggested donation. Contact: 570/253-3232.

Stargazing party

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – The Lacawac Sanctuary holds a stargazing party and slide show at the visitor center in Lake Wallenpaupack, 8:30 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Teen talk radio

DINGMAN – Talk about books, raise money and have fun at as part of the Teen Advisory Library Kouncil (T.A.L.K) at the Dingman Township Branch of the Pike County Public Library, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pizza and snacks will be served. Contact: 845/686-7045.

'The Cemetery Club'

MONTICELLO – A story about love, friendship and life centered around three Jewish widows who meet regularly to visit their husband's graves at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

A three hour boat tour

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – A fundraising event, the Pike County Public Library presents a three hour boat tour on Lake Wallenpaupack, 1:30 to 5 p.m. Rain date is September 11. Hors d'oeuvres and entertainment included. $30 per person. Meet at Gresham's Landing on Lake Wallenpaupack. Contact: 570/296-8211.

Arthur J. Reynolds memorial

LACKAWAXEN – A memorial service for Arthur J. Reynolds at his home in Lackawaxen, 1 p.m.

Author Peggy Craword signs her book

JEFFERSONVILLE – Former Livingston Manor resident Peggy Craword will sign copies of her new book, "An American in Yeoman: Travel notes of a photographer" at the Art Mill in Jeffersonville, 3 to 10 p.m.

Basket Historical society meeting

LONG EDDY – The next monthly meeting of the Basket Historical Society of the Upper Delaware Valley at the Museum-Hall in Long Eddy, 1:30 p.m.

Bob Werner

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Author of "Freshwater Fishes of the Northeastern United States," Bob Werner discusses the common and unusual species found in the Catskill rivers and streams at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor, 11 a.m. $3 adults, $1 children under 12, free for members. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net.

Bob Werner – thru September 11

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Cane rod makers from around the country converge hold their 10th annual gathering and two-day workshops at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor. $3 adults, $1 children under 12, free for members. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net.

Defensive driving course

MONTICELLO – A six-hour national safety council defensive driving course offered by Sullivan County Community College at the St. John Education Center in Monticello, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. $47. Contact: 845/791-4070.

Dinner dance buffet

LAKE HUNTINGTON – The Cochecton Volunteer Ambulance Crop holds a dinner dance buffet at the Lakeview Social Hall in Lake Huntington, buffet 6 to 8 p.m., dancing 8 p.m. to 12 midnight.$25 per person or $45 per couple. BYOB. Contact: 845/932-8617.

Fall volunteer day

DINGMAN'S FERRY – The Pocono Environmental Education Center is looking for outdoor enthusists for fall volunteer day with an appreciation breakfast starting at 8 a.m. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Flea market and yard sale

LACKAWAXEN – Free admittance to the flea market and yard sale at the Lackawaxen Firehouse in Lackawaxen, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or shine. Contact: 570/685-7330.

Grandparents day

NARROWSBURG – Celebrate grandparents day by bringing your grandparents or grandchildren to the Tusten Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library for stories, songs, refreshments and crafts, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Contact: 845/252-3360.

Guest fly tyer

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Ed Burgholzer demonstrates fly tying at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor, 1 to 4 p.m. $3 adults, $1 children under 12, free for members. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net..

Kris A Hansen lecture

KINGSTON – Author Kris A. Hansen lectures and signs his book, "Death Passage on the Hudson: The wreck of the Henry Clay," that cronicals the final fateful trip of the famous steamboat, at the Hudson River Maritime Museum, 1 p.m. Contact: 845/338-0071 ext. 11.

Library welcome hour

HONESDALE – A special hour to welcome newcombers and reach out to those who haven't visited in a while, the Wayne County Public Library in Honesdale holds a welcome hour, 10 to 11 a.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Meet the photographer – thru October 2

MILFORD – Gerald Appel, a photographer for more than 40 years and the author of "Portraits of Nature" and other such books at Art After Dark in Milford, 6 to 9 p.m. Show runs through October 2. Contact: 570/296-6789.

Monthly breakfast meeting

LIBERTY – Mark Peters will be the guest speaker at the Liberty Aglow monthly breakfast meeting at the Glory to God High School in Liberty, 9 am. $4. Contact: 570/729-7818.

Pot roast dinner

LUMBERLAND – The Pond Eddy Methodist Church holds a pot roast dinner at the Lumberland Town Hall, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $9 adults, $5 children ages three to ten.

Scandinavian craft fair

BOHEMIA – the third annual Scandinavian craft fair, hosted by Norway Bernt Balchen Lodge # 566 at the Central Volunteer Fire Dept. in Bohemia, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/685-1477.

Sept. 11 memorial blood drive

MATAMORAS – The third annual September 11 memorial blood drive at the Delaware Valley High School in Matamoras, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 10. Contact: 570/296-9980.

'The Cemetery Club'

MONTICELLO – A story about love, friendship and life centered around three Jewish widows who meet regularly to visit their husband's graves at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

'Tooting his own horn'

RADIO – Devorah Namm's story of a local developer on trial for playing his trombone on WVIA 89.9 FM, 4:30

Tricky Tray

MILFORD – The 8th annual tricky tray fundraiser for the Pike County Humane Society at the Delaware Valley Middle School complex between Westfall and Milford. Doors open at 2, drawing starts at 4 p.m. A chance to win a Sony TV, 4 bicycles, a DVD player/ recorder and a grand prize of over $1,000. Contact: 570/296-7654 or pchs2@hotmail.com.

A day of caring

PIKE COUNTY – The Pike United Way hosts a day of caring. Volunteers from across the county deliver more than 1,350 hours of free community service. Pick up your registration form at all Pike County Public Library branches or the Pike County Chamber of Commerce. The day begins with a free breakfast at the Tom Quick Inn, 7:45 a.m. Contact: 570/296-9980.

Guest fly tyers

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Steve Cohen and Ken Mead demonstrate fly tying at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. $3 adults, $1 children under 12, free for members. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net..

Learn to kayak

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn how to kayak and challenge the river on a guided trip from Pond Eddy to Matamoras with Kittatinny Canoes. Meet at Kittatinny in Matamoras. Contact: 570/828-2338.

Mardi Gras and Cajun festival

BETHEL – Feel the spirit of the Big Easy with the taste of New Orleans cook off featuring crawish and other regional dishes, a comical parade and a king cake cutting ceremony. Dress in Mardi Gras green, gold and purple at the corner of Hurd and West Shore roads in Bethel, 11 a.m. ot 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-2448.

Philatelic society meeting

MONTICELLO – A slide program called "Design errors on aircraft and space stamps" at the Sullivan County Philatelic society meeting at the Temple Sholom in Monticello, 1 p.m. Contact: 845/794-2586.

pocketbook auction

SCRANTON – A silent auction on a variety of handbags, purses and pocketbooks in conjunction with the annual women of distinction dinner at the Hilton Conference Center in downtown Scranton, 5 p.m. Contact: 570/344-1224.

Remembering 9/11

NARROWSBURG – A silent candle light vigil to remember the victims and aftermath of September 11, 2005 on the interstate bride in Narrowsburg, 8 p.m.

Sullivan County Democracy for America

LIBERTY – The Sullivan County Democracy for America will meet at the Liberty Senior Citizen Center in Liberty, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/439-4633.

Sunday Music Festival

SCRANTON – Bring your own blanket or chair to an evening of music at Hanlon's Grove Amphitheater in Nay Aug Park, Scranton, 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. $5.

Tracking the Delaware River

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Explore the banks of the Delaware River and it's tributaries for tracks, trails, frogs, otter fox and more at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 1 to 4 p.m. $3 for members, $5 for non-members Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org.

Woody Pearsall charity events

HONESDALE – An all day affair featuring motorcycle riding, an ice-cream eating contest, bowling and the unveiling of a 9/11 memorial held at Gravity Alley in Honesdale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 570/251-7741.

Deerpark United Neighbors meeting

WESTBROOKVILLE – A group of interested citizens from Deerpark, Mount Hope and Mamakating will meet with David Church, commissionerof the Orange County Planning Department, to discuss the impact of a 300 unit development on the Shawangunk Ridge at the Methodist Church in Westbrookville, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/754-0732.

Association of University Women meeting

HAWLEY – The first meeting of the American Association of University Women at the Hawley Antique Exchange in Hawley, 6:30 p.m. Eric Martin will describe his Vaseline glass collection, rare music boxes, clocks, watches and Steinway reproducing piano.

PTSO meeting

JEFFERSONVILLE – The Sullivan West Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO) will meet at the Jeffersonville Campus, 7 p.m. Membership is only $7 a year per family. Contact: 845/887-4327.

'Randall Jarrell's Book of Stories'

MONTICELLO – An introduction to 'Randall Jarrell's Book of Stories' and Franz Kafka's 'A country doctor' at the E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

'Saddle Up for Mental Health' registration

MONTICELLO – Register by September 13 for the 12th annual "Saddle up for Mental Health," a relaxing enjoyable ride to raise money for the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. Riders will find sponsors to pledge them and ride 10 miles in three hours at Little Pond Farms in Monticello, 9:30 a.m. Contact: 845/794-1029.

Lesser-known figures in Wayne County

WHITE MILLS – Artists, poetes, writers, a female huntress and a female presidental candidate are just a few of the obscure charcters in Wayne County's history. They never achieved fame, but are part of our local history and their stories will be told at the Dorlinger-Suydam Wildlife Sanctuary in White Mills, 6 p.m. $5 or $3 for members. Contact: 570/253-3240.

'Networking for profit' seminar

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Learn to expand your marketing and sales techniques, build contacts and increase buisness success at this one-day seminar at the General's Grill at the Sullivan County Country Club in Liberty, 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. $35. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Board of trustees meeting

MONTICELLO – The Monticello Board of Trustees will meet at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Librar, 6 p.m. The public is invited to attend. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Chamber meeting

ELDRED – The September third thursday evening mixer will be held at the Eldred Preserve in Eldred, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free to members, $10 for non-members. Contact: 845/292-8500.

String instruction program registration

SULLIVAN COUNTY – The Music Institute of Sullivan and Ulster Counties is not accepting registration for the fall semester of string instruction programs in vilin and viola and for community chamber orchestras. Contact: www.musicatskills.org or 845/647-5087.

Sustainable energy discussion

LOCH SHELDRAKE – The Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development and the Sullivan County Youth Advocate program, in viewing the story of the straw bale field house in Fallsburg, will hold a discussion on sustainable developmentat the Hippodrome Theater in Loch Sheldrake, $10. Contact: 845/434-6748.

'The Price' – thru September 24

ITHICA – "The Price," directed by Rachel Lampert at The Kitchen Theater in Ithica, Wednesdays and Thursdays 7:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m. and Sunday at 4 p.m., Tickets $18 to $30 with group, senior and student discounts available. Contact: 607/273-4497.

Jack Hardy

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Spend an evening with folk legend Jack Hardy at the Resort in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: www.jackhardy.com or www.resortlm.com.

Miles for Medals

POUGHKEEPSIE – Special Olympics New York holds a walkathon program at Marist College in Poughkeepsie to raise money for local athletes. The event includes a 2.5 mile course. Registration at 8:30 a.m., event at 9:30 a.m. Contact: 800/836-6976 or kschel@nyso.org.

NEPA chapter of CHADD to meet

HAWLEY – The NEPA chapter of CHADD will meet in the gym of the Wallenpaupack North Primary School in Hawley, 7:15 p.m. Contact: 570/354-4452 or www.nepachadd.org.

New England invasive plant summit – thru September 17

FRAMINGTON – A workshop on identification training for the early detection of species at the Sheraton Framingham in Framington Massachusetts. Contact: 413/863-0209.

Roast pork dinner

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A roast pork dinner will be held at the Livingston Manor Masonic Lodge, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. $8.50 per person to benefit the OES DelaVan Club.

'The Cemetery Club'

MONTICELLO – A story about love, friendship and life centered around three Jewish widows who meet regularly to visit their husband's graves at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Women in buisness workshop

MILFORD – The Women in Buisness Committee of the Pike County Chamber of Commerce will hold a workshop on estate planning, insurance and elder care at the Waterwheel Cafe in Milford, 8 a.m. Contact: 570/296-8700.

Adoption information session

WHITE PLAINS – Learn about expanding your family though adoption with the Independent Adoption Center at an adoption information session in White Plains, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. $75. Contact: 925/827-2229.

'Awake and be astounded- ladies' – thru October 22

KENOZA LAKE – The viewing and discussion of prophetic conference of 2004 with Liberty Aglow at Hope Ministries in Kenoza Lake, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 845/647-9727.

bird migrations

BASHAKILL – A gathering place for thousands of migrating birds, Bashakill is a treat for experts and novices alike. Meet at the Haven Road parking lot, 8:30 a.m. Contact: 845/888-0261.

Book and bake sale – thru September 18

MILFORD – The Pike County Public Library holds their book and bake sale with books starting at $.50, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Saturday private preveiw. Free admission the remainder of Saturday and Sunday. Contact: 570/409-9089.

canoing

BASHAKILL – join Mike Medley and Maryallison Farley as they hike at Sam's Point and canoe the Bashakill, 12 noon. Contact: 845/888-0261.

Delaware Water Gap meeting

WASHINGTON – The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Citizen Advisory Commission will meet at the Merrill Creek Reservoir in Washington, NJ, 9 a.m. Contact: 570/588-2418.

Eldred alumni reunion

PORT JERVIS – The Yellow Jackets, Eldred alumni reunion will be held at the Oak Tree Inn at the Port Jervis Country Club, 12:30 registration. Reservations required. Contact: 717-898-3751.

'Fireside chats'

PORT JERVIS – "Glover's Brigade, 1776" will be the topic at the Minisink Valley Historical Society's "Fireside Chats" at the Port Jervis Library, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/856-2375.

Guest fly tyer

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Gerald Wolfe demonstrates fly tying at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor, 1 to 4 p.m. $3 adults, $1 children under 12, free for members. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net..

Learn to canoe

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn how to canoe and take an eight mile guided trip from Milford to Dingman's Ferry with Kittatinny Canoes. Meet at Kittatinny in Dingman's Ferry. Contact: 570/828-2338.

Learn to kayak

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn how to kayak and challenge the river on a guided trip from Pond Eddy to Matamoras with Kittatinny Canoes. Meet at Kittatinny in Matamoras. Contact: 570/828-2338.

Nature photography 101 – thru September 18

LAKE ARIEL – A photography tutorial, "Nature Photography 101: Nature Photography in a non-techincal way," at the Lackawack Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, Saturday form 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. with Jerry Zeidler. Contact: 570/689-9494.

One-year of fitness

HONESDALE – Koles Aerobic and Fitness Center in Honesdale celebrates their one-year anniversary, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prizes, free chair massages, and workshops all day. Contact: 570/253-8776.

Roast beef dinner

DAMASCUS – A roast beef dinner will be held at the Damascus Elementary Schoool, 4:30 to 6:3- p.m. $8 donation for adults,$4 for children 6 to 12. Under 6 is free. Tickets will be available at the door. Contact: 570/224-4217.

Rock in the Park

HAWLEY – The Northern Lights perform golden oldies in Bingham Park, Hawley, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., during the Festive Craft Fair. Contact: 570/226-5701.

'Squire's Inn'

PARKSVILLE – Sleuth's Murder Mystery at the Dead End Cafe in Parksville presents "Squire's Inn." You have been touring northwest England when your bus breaks down and you find yourself at Squire's Inn where Nigel will do anything to keep you there... Hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m., seating at 7 p.m. $38.95 Contact: 845/292-0202.

'The Cemetery Club'

MONTICELLO – A story about love, friendship and life centered around three Jewish widows who meet regularly to visit their husband's graves at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

The history of Hancock

EQUINUNK – Gerald Dabrescia presents his award winning power point presentation on the history of Hancock and surrrounding area, focusing on the 1850 to 1900 era at the Equinunk Historical Society, 1 p.m.

'Who pretender is, or who is king'

RADIO – Erika Funke's memory play about Laurel Run the dissapearance of the community, it's dreams ans history on WVIA 89.9 FM, 4:23

Yard sale – thru September 18

NARROWSBURG – The Antique Junction (formerly one-stop hardware) in Narrowsburg will hold a yard sale with free table space for venders. Contact: 845/252-7366.

All you can eat blueberry pancakes

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Department holds an all you can eat blueberry pancake breakfast at their fire hall in Lords Valley, 8 a.m. to 12 noon $5 for adults, $3 for children Contact: 570/775-7355.

Big birds

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn about how raptors fly, hunt and why they migrate at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 1 to 3 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Blueberry breakfast

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Township Volunteer Fire Department holds a blueberry breakfast from 8 a.m. to 12 noon at their fire hall in Lords Valley.

Down on the farm day

WALTON – Start off the leaf watching season with tastings, walks and talks at farms throughout the Catskills, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more about working goat dairy, picking pumpkins, horsemanship, or tasting locally grown teas. Contact: 607/832-4720.

'Dream day of design'

MILFORD – Six generations of homeowners around Milford open the doors of their unique homes to support Survivors Resources Inc of Pike County. Includes raffles with the opportunity to work with Interior Designer Fran Wood and $100 or $50 gift certificates. Contact: 570/296-2827.

Earth day in autumn

BETHEL – Help build a straw bale house and enjoy "close encounters with birds of prey" at the corner of Hurd and West Shore roads in Bethel, 11 a.m. ot 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-2448.

Full moon walk

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Listen to the night activitiy of animals and look at the stars on a full moon walk at the Lacawac Sanctuary, 7 p.m. Meet at the Visitor center. Contact: 570/689-9494 or educator@lacawac.org..

Hurricane Katrina benefit concert

WURTSBORO – The Town of Mamakating and Wurtsboro board of trade with special support from Sullivan County Community College and Mix 97FM host a benefit concert at the town of Mamakating park in Bloomingburg, 2 to 6 p.m. Featured bands include the Carl Richards Band, The Pony Tails, The Naked Citizens, Swint Shift Orchestra, Slamm Allen, and special guest Emily Billig singing broadway tunes. donations of $5, $10 or $20 to Habitat for Humanity. Contact: 845/888-3049.

Meet the Candidates

GLEN SPEY – 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Lumberland Town Hall. Meet your local and county candidates, refreshments. Sponsored by the Lumberland Republican Club.

Memory walk

MONTICELLO – The Alzheimer's Associaion's annual memory walk for Alzheimer's disease at the Stroebele Recreation Center in Monticello. Contact: 845/794-3774.

Mountain, folk and country music

HURLEYVILLE – Some of the area's best, brightest and popular mounain, folk and country music performers at the Museum building in Hurleyville, 2 to 5 p.m. $5. Contact: 845/434-8044.

Nature walk

THOMPSON – Enjoy a relaxing, peaceful and informative walk through the Florence Shelly Preserve in Thompson, 2 p.m. Contact: 570/879-4244.

'New York's Finest'

CUDDEBACKVILLE – A lecture by James L. Coll on the history of "New York's Finest" at the D&H Canal Park Visitor's Center in Cuddebackville, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/754-8870.

'O&W day in Mountaindale'

MOUNTAINDALE – View rare O&W film footage and hike to the site of the Little Falls Trestle in Mountaindale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: owrhs@nyow.org or kens@telecommall.com.

Protecting hunting and fishing landscape

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Learn how landowners, clubs and individuals work together to ensure the future of hunting, fishing and outdoor recreatin in Pike County at the PPL center on Lake Wallenpaupack, 12 to 5 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220.

'The Cemetery Club'

MONTICELLO – A story about love, friendship and life centered around three Jewish widows who meet regularly to visit their husband's graves at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Young marines seeks recruits

HONESDALE – Open enrollment for the Wayne-Pike Young marines, youngsters between the ages of 8 and 17 to join the Young Marines, at the Lemnitzer Armory on Tryon Street in Honesdale, 6 to 8 p.m. Contact: 570/729-7548.

Community blood drive

YOUNGSVILLE – Held in memory of Dennis Baim, a community bloo drive at the Youngsville Firehouse, 2 to 8 p.m. All participants will enter to win dinner for two at the Youngsville Firehouse Roast Beef Dinner on October 29, 2005 Contact: 800/GIVE-LIFE.

Courses in security guard training – thru November 3

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Two courses to prepare for certification and employment as a security gaurd taught in three sections at Sullivan County Community College in Loch Sheldrake, Mondays and Tuesdays 6 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays 6 to 8 p.m. $325 Contact: 845/434-5750.

'Do I really need to diet?'

LORDS VALLEY – Family Life Educator, Christine Tomascik discusses the meaning of healthy weight, avaiable diets and how they work and what is right for you at the Blooming Grove Firehall in Lords Valley, $10 per person. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/296-3400.

Special education parents meeting

FALLSBURG – Parents of children who receive special education services are invited to attend an interactive presentation on how to better understand their children's special needs and how to assist them in their school experience at the Fallsburg Central School, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 845/434-41110 ext. 273.

Atlantic City bus trip

LAKE HUNTINGTON – The WCCC sponsor a bus trip to Atlantic City leaving from the parking lot of Our Lady of the Lake in Lake Huntington at 7 a.m. and picking up in front of the Government Center in Monticello at 7:30 a.m. Call for a reservation. Contact: 845/932-8210.

Bon Secours open house

PORT JERVIS – The Bon Secours Community Hospital Outpatient physicay, occupational and speech therapy department along with the cardiac rehabilitation department hold an open house in the physical therapy department of the hospital in Port Jervis, 12 to 1 p.m. Contact: 845/858-7112 or 858-7105.

Communities that care

LIBERTY – A community board orientation of "Communities that Care," a conprehensive, research-based framework for mobilizing the Liberty toward creatng a safe, supportive environment for youth. Contact: 845/794-8080 ext. 120.

Cooperative Education Services meeting

LIBERTY – The Sullivan County Board of Cooperative Educational Services will hold their regular board meeting at the BOCES Administration Building Room in Liberty, 6:30 p.m. All meetings are open to the public. Contact: 845/292-0082 ext. 4016.

Fashion show and benefit luncheon

MILFORD – A fund raiser luncheon for the Pike County Public Library and a fashion show by Marianne Monteleone Design on Broadway in Jim Thorpe, PA, 11:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. $40. Contact: 570/296-8211.

Keep America Green program

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Peter Pinchot presents contemporary examples of smart growth tools that counties have used to preserve rural character at the Pocono Environmental Education Center's facility in Dingman's Ferry, 7 p.m. Contact: info@keeppikegreen.org or www.keeppikegreen.org.

Lackawaxen River Conservancy meeting

HAWLEY – The Lackawaxen River Conservancy will hold it's annual meeting at the PPL Environmental Learning Center in Hawley, 7:30 p.m. Contact: www.lackawaxenriver.org.

UDC meeting

NARROWSBURG – The monthly meeting of the Upper Delaware Council at the UDC office on Bridge street in Narrowsburg, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

'What's up there?'

HONESDALE – "What's up there?" with backyard astronomy at the Wayne County Public Library in Honesdale, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220 or wcpublib@clmail.com.

Workforce Development meeting

LIBERTY – The next meeting of the full Workforce Development Board will be at the Sullivan County BOCES Rubin Pollack Center in Liberty, 8 a.m. Contact: 845/791-8500 ext. 206.

A Media Preview

SCRANTON – 10:30 a.m., The Northeast Theater, Performance Space at the Jermyn, corner of Wyoming and Spruce. For all print and broadcast media. Tour, background lecture, ten-minute cutting from "The Woman in Black", question and answer session, opportunities for private interviews. Reservations required. Contact: 570/558-1520.

Hawk treks

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Travel to Sunrise Mounain, NJ to view hundreds of raptors in flight. Bring a chair and lunch, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pre-registration required. limit 13 people. $20 members, $22 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Meeting of the Compassionate Friends

HONESDALE – An international organization offering friendship and understanding to beraved parents, the topic of the next Compassionate Friends meeting, held in the board room on the second floor of the Wayne Memorial Hospital in Honesdale at 7 p.m., will be "Let your fingers do the talking."

On your own in New York City bus trip

MILFORD – Spend a September day in New York City on an "on your own" trip with the Pike County Public Library. The bus leaves from the Grand Union parking lot in Milford at 8 a.m. sharp. Passengers will be dropped off at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in mid-Manhattan Pick up will be at 5:30 p.m. $25 includes driver's tip. Contact: 570/296-7884.

'The Beautiful Country' – thru September 25

CALLICOON – A subtle yet powerful film sponsored by CineArt, "The Beautiful Country" is a story about the son of an American soldier and a Vietnam native woman and his journey outward and inward, at the Callicoon Theater. September 21 and 22, 7:30 p.m. September 24, 2 and 9:30 p.m. and September 25, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/252-7576.

'The woman in black' – thru October 9

SCRANTON – A riviting tale of haunting memories and current expoiation, "The Woman in Black" at the Northeast Theatre at the Hotel Jermyn in Scranton, Thursdays at 7 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. $10 preview tickets, $20 general, $15 senior and $5 students. Contact: 570/558-1515 or www.thenortheasttheatre.us.

Autumn equinox party

LAKE ARIEL – Celebrate the autumn equinox with a bonfire, marshmallows, campfire stories and a woods walk at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 6 to 8 p.m. $3 for members, $5 for non members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Enhancing skills for eldercare

STROUDSBURG – The Penn State Cooperative Extension presents "Enhancing Skills for Eldercare" at the Monroe County Cooperative Extension Office in Stroudsburg, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $40 per person includes lunch and handouts. Preregistration required. Contact: 570/296-3400 or Pikeext@psu.edu.

Genealogy group meeting

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Genealogy Group meeting at the Research Library of the Wayne County Historical Society on Main Street in Honesdale, 4:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3240 or wchspa@ptd.net.

'Putting your garden to bed'

SHOHOLA – The Confraternity of Christian Mothers of St. Ann's Church in Shohola hosts "Putting your garden to bed" in Mulligan Hall at St. Ann's Church in Shohola, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/559-7642.

Sportsmen's evente

HAWLEY – The Pike County Branch of the Quality Deer Management Association hold a banquet and sportsmen's event at Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort in Hawley, 6 p.m. registration, 7 p.m. dinner. $45 one adult, $65 two adults. Contact: 570/226-2282.

Adirondack Forest Festival – thru September 25

LYONSDALE – High Times magazine and Igor Management team up to throw the "Adirondack Forest Festival" at Moose River Park in Lyonsdale, NY with over half of the proceeds going to Bands for lands. Included in the lineup is Jim Breuer, Burning Spear and Arrested Development. First 1000 tickets $55, $75 in advance, $90 at the gate. Contact: 828/335-6035.

Birding festival weekend – thru September 25

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Enjoy educational workshops, special presentations, guided hikes, exhibits and field trips focusing on local birding events and highlighting the annual fall migration at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry. The weekend includes all meals, and lodging for $125 or non-lodging rates at $85. Contact: 570/828-2319 or www.peec.org.

Craft fair and Richie Havens concert – thru September 25

SUSSEX – Richie Havens performs at the 35th annual craft fair at the Sussex County. Contact: www.petersvalley.org/InTheNews.htm.

Cruizen Sullivan County

WHITE LAKE – Take your classic, antique, muscle car or street rod for a night out with Cruizen Sullivan County at the Fly-In Saucer Cafe in White Lake. Contact: 800/557-1147 or 570/739-7080..

'Cyrano de Bergerac' – thru October 1

CALLICOON – The romantic comedy of a love triangle performed by the Little Victory Players at the Western Wayne Hotel in Callicoon, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights. $15. Contact: 607/363-2819 or 845/887-9871.

Jack Hardy

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Spend an evening with folk legend Jack Hardy at the Resort in Livingston Manor, 8 p.m. Contact: www.jackhardy.com or www.resortlm.com.

Republican committee cocktail

CALLICOON – The annual cocktail reception of the Sullivan County Republican commitee will feature speaches from Westchester District Attorney adn United States Senatorial Candidate Jeanine Pirro and Roy Innis, a civil rights leader and national chairman and CEO of Congress of Racial Equality at the Villa Roma in Callicoon. $50 per person. Contact: 845/434-7755.

Talk-A-Thon – thru September 26

LIBERTY – 8:00 a.m., Fund Raiser for Glory to God Christian High School, 2631 SR 52. Pastor Bob Paquet, Ph.D. will attempt to break the world record (62 hours, 30 minutes) for "Longest Lecture Marathon". Topic: "The Role of a Christian in our Postmodern Society". All contributions are tax deductible. Contact: 845/482-5864; 845/292-7887; bowtie1215@hvc.rr.com.

AARP driver safety program

CALLICOON – An eight hour one day session consisting of lecture, discussion and video presentations with Linda Keesler, an AARP Certified Instructor, at the Delaware Youth Center in Callicoon, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $10. Contact: 888/227-7669 or 845/887-4702.

Adoption information session

MONTICELLO – Learn about adoption at the First Presbyterian Church in Monticello, 10 a.m. Contact: 845/252-7198.

Children's Storytime

WALLKILL – 1:00 p.m., Wallkill Public Library. Special Costume Character Storytime with Jonathan London's character, Froggy, at 3:30 p.m.

Court-yard sale

PORT JERVIS – The Drew United Methodist Church in Port Jervis holds a court-yard sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tables available for $25. Donations welcome. Contact: 845/856-6153 or 856-1274.

Guest fly tyer

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Bill Newcomb demonstrates fly tying at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor, 1 to 4 p.m. $3 adults, $1 children under 12, free for members. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net..

Nature Photography with Frank Knight

ARKVILLE – 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Catskill Center for Conservation and Development. Learn the basics of the science and art of outdoor photography. Brief lecture followed by a trip to a nearby landscape to take photos from snapshots to works of art. Contact: To register, call Dave, 845/586-2611.

Renewing One's Spirit-Understanding the Rosh Hasha

ROSCOE – 10:00 a.m., United Church. Program led by Rabbi Red Pomerantz and open to people of all faiths. Contact: Bob Freedman 845/439-5708.

'Steal away'

RADIO – Qevin Oji's story of travelers on the underground railroad who share their story with a home buyer on WVIA 89.9 FM, 4:27

Tales from the road

LAKE ARIEL – Listen to the delighting tales, pictures nad slides of the Pennsylvania road with Mike Stevens from WNEP Channel 16 at the Lacawac Sanctuary in Lake Ariel, 7 p.m. $3 for members, $5 for non members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or www.lacawac.org.

Von Steuben parade and Germanfest

YULAN – the 15th annual Von Steuben parade and Germanfest at the fireman's field in Yulan, 12 noon. Includes German music, dancing, food, entertainment and crafts. $5 per person.

WCAA "Short Readings"

BETHANY – 7:00 p.m., Joan Hill's Art Studio, Ash Studio. Wayne County Arts Alliance will host the Milanville Poets Unlimited in a performance of their latest work: "Changing Seasons" (broadly interpreted). Each poem will be read upon the background of the sound of one or more instruments. Public welcome. Open mic session, refreshments. Contact: 570/253-6824.

'Yaldeynu * Our Kids'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The first meeting of "Yaldeynu * Our Kids," a monthly group that introduces youngsters to the cycle of their Jewish lies within the framework of their secular lives through song, stories, snacks and crafts relating to each theme at the Congregation Agudas Achim in Livingston Manor, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Contact: 845/482-9345.

32nd Annual Communion Breakfast

BEACH LAKE – Following 9:30 a.m. mass at St. John's, Central House. Gues speaker: Julie Sidoni, WNEP andchorwoman. Adults: $7.50, children under 12: $5.00. Tickets available at Music & Video Express, Meagher Nationwide Insurance, Morning Glory Gifts and St. John's Parish Office on Church St. Contact: 570/253-0417.

5K Chickathon

SPARTA – A day of chicken fun with costumes, rubber chicken toss, and a prize for everyone who competes in the walkathon with all proceeds going toward "Heifer International," a non-profit organization working to end world hunger by giving cows, goats and other food and income producing livestock to impoverished families worldwide at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Sparta. Contact: 973/729-3136.

Benefit Basketball Tournament

MOUNTAINDALE – Sponsored by the Mountaindale Community Development Project to benefit youth activities. Teams of three encouraged to register, $30 fee per team (open division), $15 per team (17 and under division). Cash prize to winners of open division; all teams guaranteed play minimum three games. Contact: 845/434-5446, www.mountaindaleproject.org.

Dinner show

HAWLEY – The Gaurdians of Mercy Animal League present their annual dinner show at Woodloch Pines, cash bar starting at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the show at 7:30 p.m. $40 per person. Contact: 570/226-1357.

Fall foliage festival

PORT JERVIS – The Port Jervis Tourism board holds their annual Fall Foliage Festival on Front Street in Port Jervis, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring music, food, and fun. Contact: 845/856-6694 or www.tristatechamber.org.

Heritage Awards dinner

BEACH LAKE – The 24th annual Heritage Awards Dinner at the Central House Family Resort in Beach Lake, PA, 3 p.m. social hour, 4 p.m. buffet $22 in advance. Contact: 845/252-3022 or udcramie@hvc.rr.com.

Pancake breakfast

NORTH BRANCH – The North Branch Volunteer Fire Department holds it's 24th annual Pancake breakfast at their fire house in North Branch, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. $6 adults, $4 children 12 and under, free for children under 5. Contact: 845/482-3213.

Picnic lunch fundraiser

MONTICELLO – A picnic lunch fundraiser for the committee to re-elect Rich Benjamin for Thompson Highway Superintendent at Mr. Willy's in Monticello. $12.50 per person. Contact: 845/794-7050.

Road Rally and Buffet Dinner

LIBERTY – 4:30 p.m., Liberty High School parking lot. Join the Catskill Mountain Region of Hadassah in a road rally with trivia and buffet dinner ($27 for dinner). Contact: Lauren 845/794-3962, Lynne 845/439-5708.

Rustic for the home

BETHEL – A special exhibit of wares for your home and a rustic furniture making workshop at the corner of Hurd and West Shore roads in Bethel, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-2448.

'Santa Claws and his marry makers'

HAWLEY – A dinner show at the Inn at Woodloch Pines, discover what Santa Claws is like when he's not flying over rooftops or stuffing himself down chimneys. Cash bar starting at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. and show at 7:30 p.m. $40. Contact: 570/226-6077.

Tri-State Doll Show and Sale

PORT JERVIS – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Port Jervis Elk's Lodge #645, Rt. 6. $3.50 admission, lunch available, no strollers please. Antique to modern dolls, bears, collectibles and doll supplies. Contact: Arlene, 570/686-4269; Karen, 570/409-1129; ajdolls@hotmail.com.

Undoing racism workshop – thru September 27

STONY POINT – A workshop on undoing racism at the Stony Point Conference Center in Stony Point, Sunday 7 to 8:30 p.m., Monday 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $75 includes breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday and breakfast and lunch Tuesday. Contact: 845/634-5729.

Voucher Bookfair

NEWBURGH – Barnes & Noble. Black Dirt Storytelling Guild of the Florida Public Library will present a Grab Bag Storytelling at 11:00 a.m. Voucher available at www.rcls.org or local libraries.

Walt Worden works on display – thru November 13

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Expressionsim and imterpretive landscape works by Walt Worden at Peez Leweez coffeehouse, Tuesday thru Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: www.peezleweez.com.

Woodland weavers and spinners

HURLEYVILLE – The Sullivan County Historical Society hosts a workshop featuring the Woodland Weavers and Spinners at the historical society workshop in Hurleyville, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/434-8044.

4-H Post Fair Meeting

WAYNE COUNTY – 7:30 p.m., Wayne County Fairgrounds/Livestock Area. Contact: 570/253-5970, ext. 239.

Damascus Township Historical Society meeting

DAMASCUS – 7:00 p.m., Damascus Township Municipal Building, Conklin Hill Road. All are welcome. Contact: hebob@webtv.net.

Free Developmental Screening

HONESDALE – Wayne County Early Intervention Services will be holding a Free Developmental Screening for children between the ages of birth to 5 years from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Wayne County Park Street complex, 648 Park Street. Appointment required. Contact: Karol 570/253-9200.

Upper Delaware Scenic Byway to meet

NARROWSBURG – The next meeting of the Upper Delaware Scenic Byway, Inc. at their office in Narrowsburg, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Margaretville Street fair

MARGARETVILLE – Jewelry, t-shirts, photograhs, seasonal goods and handmade gifts at the 19th annual greater Margaretville Chamber of Commerce Street Fair on Main Street in Margaretville, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission rain or shine. Contact: 845/586-3300.

Seminar: Advnaces in Laser/Light Technology

HARTSDALE – 6:00 p.m., SkinCentre, 220 South Central Avenue. Receive: free skin analysis and demonstration of products; 15% discount if you schedule and pay for laser or IPL treatment; gift bag with sample of anti-aging products. Space is limited. Contact: 914/949-6200.

Short Story Discussion

MONTICELLO – 7:30 p.m., E.B. Crawford Public Library. Topic: "Gusev" by Anton Chekhov. New members welcome.

UDC meeting

NARROWSBURG – The Upper Delaware Council's UDC operations and project review committees will meet at their office in Narrowsburg, 6:30 p.m. operations committee, 7 p.m. project review commitee. Contact: 845/252-3022.

'What's up there?'

HONESDALE – "Techniques and Equipment" with backyard astronomy at the Wayne County Public Library in Honesdale, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220 or wcpublib@clmail.com.

Autism Spectrum Support Group

LIBERTY – The Autism Spectrum Support Group will meet at Sullivan County BOCES Rubin Pollack Education Center in Liberty to prepare for the new year, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Any parent in Sullivan County who has a child with autism, asperger's syndrome or other pervasive developmental delays is invited to attend. Specially trained staff will keep children occupied. Contact: 845/295-4042.

Course In Subdivision/land Development Review

MILFORD – A three-session course for subdivision and land development review designed to provide basic information and understanding in the subdivision and land review processes at the Pike County Conservation District Education Building in Milford, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $35 per person. Contact: 570/296-3400.

Open House

BEACH LAKE – 6:45 p.m., United Methodist Church (across from Firehouse on Rt. 652). TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) invites women, men, teens and pre-teens interested in losing weight. Guest speaker: Dr. Michael Yoder. Free. Contact: Diane Popovich, 570/253-0166.

step walk

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Morgan Outdoors of Livingston Manor sponsors a 2,000 step walk to celebrate the second annual, nationwide America On The Move Day Of Action, 5:30 p.m.

Veterans Benefits Questions

WESTFALL – 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Westfall Twp. Municipal Building, Delaware Drive. A representative from the Governor's Veterans Outreach Center will be present to help individuals who have questions about veterans benefits. Contact: 570/654-9589.

Chamber meeting

NARROWSBURG – The Narrowsburg Chamber of Commerce holds a meeting at the Narrowsburg Inn, 5:30.

Gala 2005 cocktail party

MONTICELLO – The Town of Thompson Democratic Committe hosts a Gala 2005 Cocktail party at Buona Fortuna Risorante in Monticello, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Includes buffet and open bar. $5 per person. Contact: 845/796-2812.

Groundwater education program

MILFORD – A program for better understanding of how to protect underground water resources at the Lehman Township municipal building, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220 or jjose@pikepa.org.

Hot on the Trail of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker

LIVINGSTON MANOR – 2:00 p.m., Morgan Outdoors, 46 Main Street (Route 17, Exit 96). Tim Gallager will tell the story of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker's near demise and miraculous resurrenction and discuss "The Grail Bird", his new book. Book signing will follow. Contact: 845/439-5507.

Land Conservation: A Foundation for Healthy Waters

BLOOMING GROVE – 7:00-9:00 p.m., PCCD Education Building, Rt. 402. Paul DeBarry will discuss the intimate connection between land use changes and their impact on our water resources. Free, snacks and refreshments available. Contact: Michele Ulmer at 570/226-8220; pikecd@ptd.net.

Mamakating Democratic cocktail

BLOOMING GROVE – The Mamakating Democratic Committee and friends hold a cocktail reception for their town candidates for the upcoming elections at the Eagles Nest Restaurant, 6 to 8 p.m. Contact: 570/733-1691.

NE Regional 4-H Program Development Committee Meet

TUNKHANNOCK – 9:30 a.m., RSVP with Kim by September 22. Contact: 570/253-5970, ext. 239.

Photography with Len Rue Jr. – thru October 2

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Join wildlife photographer Len Rue Jr. in Northwestern PA in search of elk and explore the Allegheny National Forest where timber rattlesnakes and bald eagles can be found. Meet at the Pocono Environmentla Education Center. $450 per person includes lunch, roundtrip transportation, hotel accomodations, continental breakfast and photography program. Contact: 570/828-2319 or eschramm@peec.org.

Rally New York 2005 – thru October 1

NARROWSBURG – All registration forms for the International Rally New York 2005 will be September 28 to the 30. The 102 miles of competition will include over 25 special stages and five super special stages in Narrowsburg, Tusten and Liberty. Contact: 845/794-4096.

Rummage sale – thru October 1

PORT JERVIS – The Drew United Methodist Church in Port Jervis holds a rummage sale sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 29 and 30 and bag day 9 to 11 a.m. Oct. 1. Contact: 845/856-6153 or 856-1274.

Frankie and the Corvettes to perform

HAWLEY – The Poets featuring Frankie and the Corvettes star at the second annual benefit gala hosted by the American Red Cross at Woodloch Pines Resort in Hawley. An evening of dancing, live entertainment, food and raffle prizes. Contact: 570/253-2310 or 570/296-5229.

Recognition Ceremony 2005

FISHKILL – Student Conservation Association's Hudson Valley Conseration Corps will be recognizing interns for their contributions to conservation and environmental efforts in the Hudson Valley at Sharpe Reservation at 11:00 a.m. Contact: Leigh Draper or Katie Farrell at 845/255-4758.

Republican women fall luncheon

DINGMAN – Maryla Scranton will be the keynote speaker at the Pike County Council of Republican Women Annual fall luncheon at Mt. Haven Restaurant, 12 noon. $18. Contact: 570/296-9263.

TIGF Premium Vodka Tasting

MILFORD – 6:30 p.m., Laurel Villa Country Inn & Restaurant, 2nd & Ann Streets. Enjoy five premium and super-premium vodkas in a blind tasting. Prize will be awarded for the greatest number of correct guesses. Stay for dinner and receive 15% off your entree. Reserve by September 25, $30 per person. Contact: 570/296-9940.

Wilderness Survival I – thru October 2

DINGMAN'S FERRY – The Pocono Environmental Education Center hosts a wilderness survival workshop featuring survival expert Ivan Erchak at their center in Dingman's Ferry. $149 per person includes meals, lodging private bath and program or $109 for meals and program. Contact: 570/828-2319 or eschramm@peec.org.

Willow creel workshop – thru October 2

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A three-day class on creating a willow creel suitable for fishing or use as a purse with Bonnie Gale at the at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor. $350 for members, $375 for non-members includes instruction, materials, tools, meals and overnight accommodations. Contact: 845/439-4810 or flyfish@catskill.net..

4-H Pumpkin Round-Up

WAYNE COUNTY – 1:00 p.m., Wayne County Library. Contact: 570/253-5970, ext. 239.

4th Annual Dog & Puppy Show

WURTSBORO – The 4th Annual Dog & Puppy Show will take place on Sullivan Street at 1:00 p.m. at the park across the street from UnCommon Grounds Coffeehouse. Prizes. Entry fee per category: $5. Rain date: October 2. Contact: Sharon 845/888-2121 or Joanne 845/888-0184.

A painters path through the Catskills

ARKVILLE – Join Robert Selkowitz for a "A painters path through the Catskill Mountains, a slide lecture based on his book at the Catskill Center for Conservation, 4 p.m. Contact: 845/586-2611.

Afternoon with the authors

MILFORD – meet three award-winning children's authors and hear selections from their books at Books and Prints in Milford, 1 to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/296-4777.

Annual Giant Pumpkin Party & Children's Parade

GRAHAMSVILLE – The 20th Annual Giant Pumpkin Party and Children's Parade will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Fairgrounds on Route 55. Costume parade (assemble at 8:30 a.m.), handmade crafts, harvest baking contest, food, music, book sale, petting zoo, haunted house, hay rides, pony rides, hay maze and other amusements. Free admission and parking. Contact: 845/985-7233.

canal boat tours – thru October 30

CUDDEBACKVILLE – Narrated canal boat tours at the Neversink Valley Area Museum,12 to 4 p.m. $5 per person. Contact: 845/754-8870.

Come paint with me – thru October 30

LORDS VALLEY – A collection of original drawings and paintings of familiar Pocono Mountain Sites exhibited at Chant Realtors, reception October 14, 5 to 7 p.m. Contact: 570/775-6896.

Come Paint With Me Participants Art Show – thru October 30

LORDS VALLEY – During business hours, Chant Realtors. A collection or original paintings and drawings. Meet-the-artist reception on Friday, October 14 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Contact: Joan Polishook 570/775-6896.

'Dealing with overabundance of deer'

HAWLEY – The Penn State Cooperative Extension in Pike County hosts "Deer in your backyard: how to deal wit hteh overabundant deer in your community" at the PPL Environmental Learning Center in Hawley, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. Contact: 570/296-3400.

Defensive Driving Class

LIBERTY – 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 po.m., Liberty Masonic Lodge, 20 Eagle Drive. Course completion results in lower automotive insurance costs and can reduce up to four license points. $45, open to everyone 16 years of age or older. Pre-registration required. Contact: Brenda Safer 845/583-7971; Mike LaFountain 845/583-5059.

Exhibit – thru October 30

EAST STROUDSBURG – Our Good Friends in the Forwardian Arts Society at The Pocono Cinema and Coffee House will exhibit a show entitled "The Delaware River: A Big Picture" throughout the theater for the month of October. Contact: 570/421-3456, www.poconocinema.com.

Fall foliage train run – thru October 16

HONESDALE – The Stourbridge Line Rail Excursions chug from historic Honesdale to the victorian village of Hawley as passengers enjoy the beauty of passing autumn leaves, October 1, 2, 8, 9 ,15 and 16. Four hour ride beginning at 1 p.m. includes two hour stop. $15 for adults, $14 for seniors, $12 for those 12 and under. Contact: 800/433-9008.

four seasons of bulbs

MONTICELLO – Learn how daffodils, crocus, tulips and camassia can chase away the winter blues and liven your landscape at the Cornell Cooperative Extension, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. $5 per member, $10 with bulb sampler bag or $7 non-member, $12 with bulb sampler bag. Contact: 845/292-6180.

German dinner

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Deparment holds a German dinner at their fire hall in Lords Valley, 4 t o7 p.m. $9.50 for adults, $4 for children under 12. Contact: 570/775-7355.

green building open house

CALLICOON CENTER – Apple Pond Farm and Renewable Energy Education Center participate in the Green Building Open House sponsored by the American Solar Energy Society and the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association at 80 Hahn Road, 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/482-4864.

Hunter education class – thru October 2

LAKE HUNTINGTON – Red Fox Game Preserve holds a hunter training class October 1, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and October 2, 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon at the town hall in Lake Huntington. Preregistration required. Contact: 631/968-8210.

Katrina relief walk and bake sale

BEACH LAKE – The Beach Lake United Methodist Junior and Senior youth groups sponsor a walk and bake sale to benefit the victims of hurricane Katrina. Registration at the Beach Lake church 9 a.m. Contact: 570/729-7011 or 729-7251.

Murder at the Fall Festival

CALLICOON – An interactive murder mystery dinner, the United Methodist Church in Callicoon presents 'Murder at the fall festival,' 5 p.m. $15 donation. Limited seating, reservations recommened. Contact: 845/887-5454.

Nora Hauser exhibit

LAYTON – The opening reception for nationally recognized artist Nora Hauser exhibits at Peters Valley, 5 to 7 p.m. Contact: 973/948-5202 or pvstore@warwick.net.

October First Friday

MONTICELLO – The Chamber holds October First Friday at the Blue Horizon Diner, 7:45 to 9 a.m. $10 for members, $15 for non-members. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4283.

October harvest dinner

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Department holds an October Harvest Dinner at their hall in Lords Valley, 4 to 7 p.m. $9.50. Contact: 570/775-7355.

Oldies dance

GILBERT – An oldies dance to benefit Waggin' Tails Pet Rescue at the Broadway Cafe and Lounge, 9 p.m. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. Contact: 570/619-6206.

Pancake and french toast breakfast

NARROWSBURG – The Tusten Lions Club holds a pancake and french toast breakfast at the Tusten Town Hall in conjunction with the Rally New York event and restart in Narrowsburg, 5 to 10 a.m.$5 Contact: 845/252-7434.

Penny social

YOUNGSVILLE – A penny social at the Youngsville Firehouse to benefit St. Francis Church, doors open at 6:30 p.m. calling at 7:30 p.m. $1 donation.

Penny social

SHOHOLA – St. Jacobi Lutheran Church holds a penny social at their church in Shohola, doors open 6:30 p.m., calling 8 p.m. Contact: 570/856-3188.

Silent auction

CALLICOON – A silent auction to raise funds for victims of hurricane Katrina will be held at the Delaware Youth Center, bidding at 1 p.m., winners at 2 p.m. Contact: 845/482-5102.

Sustainable energy association meeting

GREENFIELD TWP. – visit the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association's "green" homes and see clean renewable energy systems in Buffalo, the Hamptons, the Finger Lakes, Adirondacks, Albany and NYC areas. Contact: 508/698-6810.

'The Paris of the Lackawanna'

RADIO – Ed Simpson's tale where magic is where you see it, even as your daughter is leaving home on WVIA 89.9 FM, 4:18 p.m. Contact: www.thenortheasttheatre.us.

Union UMC Rummage Bag Sale

EQUINUNK – The Union UMC holds a rummage bag sale at the American Legion Post 765 on Route 191N, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 845/224-4721.

Bluegrass festival

EAST STROUDSBURG – The Pocono Bluegrass and Folk Society's magnificent Seventh season of shindigs featuring bluegrass music and local country grass heros at the East Stroudsburg Elks Lodge. Contact: 973/219-8795 or kpierson@tellurian.net.

Crop walk

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS – The 2nd annual crop walk to raise money to stop hunger in our community and around the world at the White Sulphur Springs fireman's park, 2 p.m. Contact: 825/292-9027.

Free music benefit

WOODBOURNE – Join cellist Lutz Rath, mezzo-soprano/guitarist Laila Maria Salins and actor Paul Austin at the Stone House for music, spoken words and champagne punch as part of a fundraiser to benefit free music and food programs at St. Andrews, 3 p.m. $30. Contact: 845/292-8967.

Have no fear

BEACH LAKE – Local poet, author and professional skier, Mermer Blakeslee presents "Transforming fear into a positive force" to the Upper Delaware Unitarian Fellowship at the Berlin Township Community Center, 10 a.m. Contact: 845/252-6626.

healing service

MILFORD – The Church of the Good Shepeard and St. John the Evangelist hold a healing service, 10 a.m. Contact: 570/296-8123.

Healing Service

MILFORD – The Church of the Good Shepherd & St. John the Evangelist, Fifth & Catharine Streets, will be having a Healting Service during the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist. All are welcome to attend. Contact: 570/296-8123.

hurricane katrina spa day

HAWLEY – Utopia Salon and day spa presents 100% of all spa service proceeds to the Hurricane Relief Fund at the American Red Cross, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/226-9001.

Hurricane Katrina spa day

HAWLEY – Utopia Salon and day spa presents 100% of all spa service proceeds to the Hurricane Relief Fund at the American Red Cross, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/226-9001.

Pre-Revolutionary Women's Needle Art

ELDRED – 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Sunshine Hall Free Library, 14 Proctor Road. Free to the public, light refreshments will be served. Contact: 845/557-6258.

'Saddle Up for Mental Health'

MONTICELLO – The 12th annual "Saddle up for Mental Health," a relaxing enjoyable ride to raise money for the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. Riders will find sponsors to pledge them and ride 10 miles in three hours at Little Pond Farms in Monticello, 9:30 a.m. Contact: 845/794-1029.

singles walk

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Join fellow single adults and the PEEC staff for a walk-and-talk on various trails and encounter nature close up at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 10 a.m. to 12 noon $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Tehillah to perform

LIBERTY – The contemporary Christian band, Tehilla, will perform at the Liberty Free Methodist Church, 7 p.m. Free admission. Contact: 845/439-5025.

The sweet Catskills

BETHEL – Everything sweet in the Catskills, from honey and chocolate to golf and skiing at the corner of Hurd and West Shore roads in Bethel, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-2448.

Walk for our shelter

CUDDEBACKVILLE – The Walk for Our Shelter and Gulf Coast Animals sponsored by the Humane Society of Deerpark/Port Jervis at the Neversink Valley Area Museum, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 845/856-3677.

Young Geezers perform

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – The Young Geezers present their popular acoustic folk, bluegrass and old-timey music at the Lacawac Sanctuary, 3 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Get the facts

HONESDALE – A raising awareness event on the provision of the federal "No Child Left Behind" act at the Honesdale Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/857-9526 or www.waynepeace.org.

Informational Meeting: No Child Left Behind Act

HONESDALE – 6:30 p.m., Honesdale Public Library. Did you know that a parent can opt out his/her child to prevent high schools turning over student information to military recruiters? Contact: Heidi Schneider 570/224-4669.

Child care information session

LIBERTY – An information session on becoming a chlid care professional at the Sullivan County Child Care Council, 7 to 8 p.m. Preregistration required. Contact: 845/292-7166..

Course In Subdivision/land Development Review

MILFORD – A three-session course for subdivision and land development review designed to provide basic information and understanding in the subdivision and land review processes at the Pike County Conservation District Education Building in Milford, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $35 per person. Contact: 570/296-3400.

Democracy meetup

LIBERTY – The Sullivan County Democracy for America holds a meetup at the Liberty Senior Citizen Center, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/439-4633 or www.democracyforamerica.com.

Fall fellowship lunch

PORT JERVIS – The Drew United Methodist Church holds a fall fellowship lunch, 12 to 1 p.m. $2 menu includes soup, beverage and dessert. Contact: 845/856-3423.

Prenatal class

PORT JERVIS – A tour and orientation of the Bon Secours Community Hospital on the third floor of the conference room, 7 p.m. Preregistration required. Contact: 845/858-7175.

Seminar on Sullivan Renaissance

LIBERTY – A two-phrase aesthetic improvement program of the Beaverkill Foundation with support from the Gerry Foundation, a seminar on the Sullivan Renaissance will be held at the CVI building, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/292-2445.

Sullivan County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting/Dinner

ROSCOE – 8:00 p.m., Rockland House. Guest speaker: The Hon. Aileen M. Gunther. Agenda: election of officer and directors and voting on resolutions. Members: $10.00, non-members: $22.00. Door prizes. Reservations by September 25. Contact: Ray Denman 845/985-2839, John Gorzynski 845/252-7570.

Talk on Stephen Crane

SHOHOLA – The Shohola Railroad and Historical Society hosts a talk by Peter Osborn about Stephen Crane at the Town Hall on Twin Lakes Road, 7 p.m.

Library appreciation luncehon meeting

PORT JERVIS – The Friends of the Pike County Public Library announce their annual Library appreciation luncheon meeting at the Erie Trackside Manor Restaurant in Port Jervis, 12 noon. $20 per person. Contact: 570/409-9089.

"Veronica's Room" – thru October 16

SOUTH FALLSBURG – Rivoli Theatre. Master of suspense and plot twists and turns, Ira Levin's thriller directed by Lori Schneider-Wendt is sure to please theatre lovers! Contains mature content (not suitable for young children). Contact: Lori Schneider-Wendt, Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop, Inc.: 845/434-7232.

Fall rummage sale – thru October 8

LIBERTY – St. Lutheran Church in Liberty holds their fall rummage sale, 9 a.m.

Hurricane Katrina Benefit Concert

WHITE LAKE – 7:00 and 10:00 p.m., Bradstan Country Hotel. All proceeds will go to the United Way. Minimum donation: $35. Performers include: LeeAnne Miller, Beth Deyermond, Nicole Jondro, Jeanne MacDonald, Brian Gens, Scott Samuelson, Lumiri Tubo, Steven Wing and Joana Dutcher. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Ira Levin's "Veronica's Room" – thru October 16

SOUTH FALLSBURG – Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop presents Ira Levin's compelling and disturbing psychological thriller at the Rivoli Theater on October 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 and 16. Friday and Saturday performances 8:00 p.m., Sunday 2:00 p.m. Tickets $15.00 general admission, $12 Senior citizens and students 16 and under. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Professional boxing debuts

MONTICELLO – Live professional boxing debuts at Mighty M Gaming. doors open at 6 p.m. first bout underway at 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4100 ext. 455..

'Veronica's Room'

MONTICELLO – A dark and twisted tale of family secrets by Ira Levin (the author of Rosmary's Baby) at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Glass Factory Tours – thru October 23

PORT JERVIS – 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Gillinder Glass, corners of Erie & Liberty Streets. Saturdays and Sundays, October 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23. Featuring guest artist glass blower Al Hough.Adults: $4.00, Seniors & children: $3.50. Groups welcome. Contact: 845/856-5375.

'Hardeen and the invisible handcuffs'

RADIO – Judith Montague's tale where Houdini's brother, Hardeen, tries to save his career in Scranton on WVIA 89.9 FM, 4:27 p.m. Contact: www.thenortheasttheatre.us.

Huge garage sale – thru October 9

HAWLEY – GOMAL plans a huge garage sale with antiques, furniture and more on 156 Cricket Hill Road in Hawley. Contact: 570/226-8878.

Huntery Safety Course – thru October 9

NARROWSBURG – New York State Hunter Education Safety Course for firearms will be held at the Tusten Town Hall form 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Participants will receive a NYS hunter saftey certificate valid in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. This course is required for anyone, age 11 or older, wishing to obtain a New York, Pennsylvania or New Jersey hunting license. Free, but limited to 50 participants. Must attend both sessions, bring pencils, lunch and beverage. Pre-registration required. Contact: Barb Perry 570/729-7134.

Stew Dinner

CALLICOON – 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Callicoon United Methodist Church (pickup at Mills Garage, Rt. 97). Take out, homemade old-fashioned stew dinner (stew, salad, rolls, dessert) Contact: Joan, 845/887-4071; Janet, 845/887-5303.

'Veronica's Room'

MONTICELLO – A dark and twisted tale of family secrets by Ira Levin (the author of Rosmary's Baby) at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

A chilli day in October

BETHEL – The third annual chili contest among fire departments complimented by friendly competition of skills and talent at the corner of Hurd and West Shore Roads in Bethel, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-2440.

Lumiri Tubo

WHITE LAKE – Lumiri Tubo makes her 10th solo performance in the Nancy LaMott Room of the Bradstan Country Hotel in White Lake, shows at 7 and 9:30 p.m. $35 cover. Contact: 845/583-4114.

Sullivan county Audubon Society Annual Dinner

MONTICELLO – 5:00 p.m., Mr. Willy's Restaurant. Guest speaker: Barry Haydasz presenting "Butterflies for Birders". Public welcome. Reservations required. Contact: Renee Davis before 8:00 p.m., 845/482-5044.

'Veronica's Room'

MONTICELLO – A dark and twisted tale of family secrets by Ira Levin (the author of Rosmary's Baby) at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Red Cross press conference

MONTICELLO – The Red Cross holds a press conference at the Sullivan County Government Center Lobby to announce Sullivan County Emergency Preparedness Training Summit, 10 a.m. Contact: 845/294-9785.

Course In Subdivision/land Development Review

MILFORD – A three-session course for subdivision and land development review designed to provide basic information and understanding in the subdivision and land review processes at the Pike County Conservation District Education Building in Milford, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $35 per person. Contact: 570/296-3400.

Fall fellowship lunch

PORT JERVIS – The Drew United Methodist Church holds a fall fellowship lunch, 12 to 1 p.m. $2 menu includes soup, beverage and dessert. Contact: 845/856-3423.

Harmony

HONESDALE – Come and learn about the Harmony project at the Wayne County Public Library in Honesdale, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

'Marketing in a tourist economy'

SHOHOLA – Learn how to prepare an action plan for marketing sucess to year-round and tourist customers with the University of Scranton presents "Marketing in a tourist economy," at the Northampton Community College site in the Shohola Buisness Center, 8 to 10 a.m. $5 for members, $10 non-members. Contact: 570/296-8700.

Morning bird walks

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Bring your binoculars and field guide and spend an hour searching for the vaious habitats for species at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 8 to 9 a.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Prenatal class

PORT JERVIS – Nutrition and C-section overview on the third floor of the conference room at the Bon Secours Community Hospital, 7 p.m. Preregistration required. Contact: 845/858-7175.

Prenatal class

PORT JERVIS – Pregnancy, Labor and delivery, a prenatal class at the Bon Secours Community Hospital, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/858-7175.

Wednesday walks

DINGMAN'S FERRY – A general natural history walk that provides an excellent learning opportunity for both the young and old at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Trails are easy to moderate in difficulty. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Halloween Party

FALLSBURG – Halloween party at Fallsburg Library, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Costumes optional; chlidren 15 and under only. Contact: 845/436-6067.

'Veronica's Room'

MONTICELLO – A dark and twisted tale of family secrets by Ira Levin (the author of Rosmary's Baby) at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner

MILFORD – Sponsored by the Church of Good Shepherd & St. John the Evangelist. Adults $7, children 3-12 $4, children under 3 free. 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. Take-out available. Contact: 570/296-8123.

Bake sale

WESTBROOKVILLE – Traditional harvest goodies and Halloween crafts in front of the Westbrookville Post Office, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 845/794-0732.

Blood drive

ELDRED – The American Legion Ambulance Services will hold a blood drive at their building in honor of breast cancer awareness month, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0642.

Covered dish supper and square dance

RILEYVILLE – A covered dish supper and square dance to celebrate the harvest at the Hickory Grange, 6 p.m. Dance donation $5 per person or $10 per family. Contact: 570/253-3232.

Fall festival

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Township Volunteer Fire Department holds a Fall festival at 6 p.m. at their fire hall in Lords Valley.

Fall women's conference

MILFORD – The Milford Bible Church's Fall Women's Conference with guest speaker Jennie Afman Dimkoff, story-teller, motivational speaker and author, will discuss "Identity Crisis? Discovering who you are," 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Includes continental breakfast, lunch, dessert and three sessions with the speaker. $20 in advance, $25 after October 1. Contact: 570/296-6019.

Hayride and games

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Department holds an afternoon of hayride and games at their hall in Lords Valley. Contact: 570/775-7355.

Liberty Alive

LIBERTY – Liberty ALIVE's first Renaissance project includes fall clean up in the LaPolt Park and laying brick pavers on the sidewalk, volunteers are needed, 8 a.m. Contact: 845/292-7274.

'Lord Mansfield's Fox Hunt Banquet'

PARKSVILLE – Sleuth's Murder Mystery at the Dead End Cafe in Parksville presents "Lord Mansfield's Fox Hunt Banquet." Hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m., seating at 7 p.m. $38.95 Contact: 845/292-0202.

Magnified Healing

HOLLISTERVILLE – Experince the divine energies of Magnified Healing, taught by Jackie Eaton, RN. $250 includes manual, certificate and bottle of flower essence. Held at Sacred Spaces. Contact: www.angelights.net.

New buisness

MAMAKATING – The town of Mamakating welcomes "Notions and Potions" to the Village of Bloomingburg with a ribbon cutting ceremony, 1 p.m. Contact: 845/888-3049.

'Reveries on Shanty Hill'

RADIO – Maureen McGuigan's tale where a small Scranton house reminisces about her century of inhabitants on WVIA 89.9 FM, 4:23 p.m. Contact: www.thenortheasttheatre.us.

'Veronica's Room'

MONTICELLO – A dark and twisted tale of family secrets by Ira Levin (the author of Rosmary's Baby) at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Wonderfaire

PORT JERVIS – The First Baptist Church of Port Jervis holds it's 8th annual Wonderfiare featuring game booths, jousting, obstacle course, pony rides, magic shows, face painting and more, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/856-8122.

Annual Breakfast

GLEN SPEY – 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Lumberland Senior Center, Rt. 32, Proctor Road. Sponsored by the Lumberland Seniors. Adults: $5.00, Little kids: $3.00. Assortment of delicious food, easy parking.

Apple pancake breakfast

CUDDEBACKVILLE – The Neversink Valley Area Museum holds their annual apple pancake breakfast at the park's visitor center, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 845/754-8870..

Autumn foliage trip

MILFORD – Enjoy a Sunday in autumn gazing at foliage and experienceing sheep-dot trials, handspun fibers, rug hookers, spinners and sheep on a trip to the Dutchess County Sheep an Wool Festival in Rhinebeck. The charter bus leaves from jilldeal, inc. in Milford at 8 a.m. and will return at approximately 6 p.m. $35 includes transportation, festival entrance fee and driver's tip. Contact: www.sheepandwool.com or 570/470-YARN.

Children's fall program

MIDDLETOWN – A children's book reading program entitled "I grew up on a farm" by Alan Lewis will be held at the 1863 Huguenot Schoolhouse, 3 to 5 p.m. Program includes storytime, cider and donuts and a free mini pumpkin. Contact: 845/754-8070.

Coffee, Tea & History

COCHECTON – Cochecton Preservation Society. Erie Railroad Station, Route 97, at the bar, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Contact: Joe, 845/932-8617.

Morning Bid Walks

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Got an hour before work to enjoy the birds that fill the morning air? If so, bring binoculars and field guide and search various habitats for many species. Cost $3 members, $5 non-members. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 8-9 a.m. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Ramapo Catskill Library System

MIDDLETOWN – Michael J. Borges, Executive Director of the New York Library Association discusses trustee advocacy and the importance of involvement at the Wallkill Golf Club, 11:30 a.m.

Roast pork dinner

HAWLEY – The Hawley Ambulance sponsors a roast pork dinner at the Hawley Ambulance Building, 3 to 7 p.m. $7 in advance, $8 at the door. Take out available. Contact: 570/226-9763.

Spiritual Warriors

HOLLISTERVILLE – Learn about powerful spirits that are around us. After the two-hour class, a Spiritual Healing will be offered to a group for $40 per person (under 17 are individual sessions). Sacred Spaces, Rt. 590/690, 10:00 to 12:00, Cost $30. Contact: nriley@echoes.net, 570/689-9560.

'Subdivide and conquer'

MILFORD – A 56 min. documentary followed by discussion with Peter Pinchot at the Black Bear Film Festival in Milford, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220.

The vanishing American outhouse

NARROWSBURG – A humorous documentary presented by Carol Dunn at the Tusten Town Hall, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3356.

The Vanishing American Outhouse

NARROWSBURG – Documentary presentation by Carol Dunn, Tusten Town Hall, 2:00 p.m. Folllowed by a short business meeting and refreshments.

'Veronica's Room'

MONTICELLO – A dark and twisted tale of family secrets by Ira Levin (the author of Rosmary's Baby) at the Rivoli Theatre in Monticello. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Financial management meetings

MONTICELLO – Five special financial management committee meetings have been arranged for Thursday, October 11 at 9:30 a.m. and Monday, October 17; Tuesday, October 25; and Thursday, October 27 at 9 a.m. in the Legislative Hearing Room of the County Government Center in Monticello.

Harvest Moon Howl

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Celebrate the harvest moon with a bonfire, roasted hotdogs, campfire stories and a stroll through the woods at the Lacawac Sanctuary, 5:30 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Homegrown Concert

PITTSTON – Our Good Friends in The Forwardian Arts Society at WVIA-FM (NPR) will host a Homegrown Concert in their studios featuring "Co-op Bop", 8:00 p.m. Contact: 570/655-2808.

John Kelley and Fred Price Exhibition – thru October 31

LIBERTY – John Kelley displays his scultpure and Fred Price presents "Memories of Them and Us". Liberty Museum and Arts Center, Middle Gallery, noon to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/292-2394.

Vegetarian Nouvelle Cuisine

FALLSBURG – By Zinnia: Vegan vs. Vegetarian lecture and discussion. Fallsburg Library, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., over 15 please.

Yoga philosophy night

HONESDALE – Yoga philosophy serves as a springboard for free-wheeling cross-cultural philosophy discussion group, monday nights at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7 p.m.

AARP driver safety program – thru October 19

MONTICELLO – Two four hour sessions with Julia G. Jacobs, certified AARP instructor, at the meeting room of the Hudson United Bank. Contact: 888/227-7669.

Coopertive Extension meeting

JEFFERSONVILLE – The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County's annual meeting and chicken barbecue at the Jeffersonville Fire Hall, 7:30 p.m. $8.50 in advance, $9.25 at the door. Children's tickets $5.50 in advance, $6.25 at the door. Contact: 845/292-6180..

Defensive driving course – thru October 20

MONTICELLO – A six-hour national safety council defensive driving course offered by Sullivan County Community College at the St. John Education Center in Monticello, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. $47. Contact: 845/791-4070.

History of the NY state police

CUDDEBACKVILLE – The Neversink Valley Area Museum presents a lecture, "History of the New York City Police Department" with James L. Coll at the D& H Canal park visitor's center, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/754-8870.

Monticello CSD Board of Education Special Meeting

MONTICELLO – RJK Middle School Library, 7 p.m.

Red cross blood drive

ELDRED – The American Red Cross holds a blood drive at the Eldred High School, 2 to 6 p.m. Contact: 845/436-4416.

Save Our Land, Save Our Towns

HAWLEY – 7:00 p.m., PPL Environmental Learning Center. Tom Hylton will discuss the actions communities can take to protect their rural character and quality of life.

'Save our land, save our towns'

HAWLEY – Tom Hylton discusses his book, "Save our Land, save our towns," at PPL Learning Center, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220.

'Save our land, save our towns'

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Pennsylvania author Tom Hylton of "Save our Land, Save our Towns," will speak on actions communities can take to protect their rural character and quality of life at the PPL Environmental Learning Center on Lake Wallenpaupack, 7 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220.

Sullivan Reading Council meeting

MONTICELLO – The Sullivan Reading Council holds their first meeting for the 2005-2006 school year at the Blue Horizon Restaurant, 4:30 p.m. $19 members, $23 non-members. Contact: 845-434-4580.

Upper Delaware Council meeting

NARROWSBURG – The next meeting of the Upper Delaware Coundil at their office in Narrowsburg, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022..

Woman entrepreneur luncheon

SCRANTON – The University of Scranton Small Business Center presents their 10th annual woman entrepreneur luncheon at the Eagen Auditorium in the Gunster Student Center of the University, 11:30 a.m. $20 a person or $150 a table. Contact: 570/941-7588.

Adult and child CPR

HONESDALE – The American Red Cross sponsors adult and child CPR and first aid basics at the Wallenpaupack high school. Preregistration required. Classes schedulred from 6 to 10:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-2310.

Candidates Forum

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Sullivan County and Town of Fallsburg at the Hippodrome Theatre, Main Street, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/434-6748.

Coffee, tea and history

COCHECTON – The Cochecton Preservation Socieyt presents coffee, tea and history at the Erie Rail Road Station, 2 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/932-8617.

Compassionate friends

HONESDALE – An international organization offering friendship and understanding to bereaved parents, the next meeting will be held in the board room on the second floor of the Wayne Memorial Hospital, 7 p.m.

Country gospel concert

YOUNGSVILLE – John Osborne and special guest Larry Barret perform a countyr gospel concert at the Youngsville Reforemed Church, 7 p.m.

Fall fellowship lunch

PORT JERVIS – The Drew United Methodist Church holds a fall fellowship lunch, 12 to 1 p.m. $2 menu includes soup, beverage and dessert. Contact: 845/856-3423.

'Get real or get fake'

JEFFERSONVILLE – Read and listen to articles that have been published and decide if they're real or fake at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Library, 5:30 to 7 p.m. A small creative writing session will follow. Ages 13 to 18. Contact: 845/482-4350.

'Over the river and through the woods' – thru October 23

SCRANTON – A special lunch performance by the Northeast Theatre featuring it's revival of the Italian-American comedy, 11:30 p.m. $30 lunch and show. Regular show runs October 20 through 23, Thursday at 7 p.m. Friday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., $20 , $15 seniors, $5 students. Contact: 570/558-1515.

Prenatal class

PORT JERVIS – Pregnancy, Labor and delivery, a prenatal class at the Bon Secours Community Hospital, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/858-7175.

Spotlight a real winner

JEFFERSONVILLE – Creat a poster that highlights the life of your favorite author, bring a book of the author your choose. Ages 13 to 18. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/482-4350..

Annual chicken and biscut dinner

ABRAHAMSVILLE – The Abrahamsville United Methodist Church serves their annual chicken and biscut dinner, 5 p.m. $7.50 adults, children under 12 $4. Take out available. Contact: 570/224-4542.

Fundraising seminar

MIDDLETOWN – Northeast Fundraising hosts a free fundraising seminar at the courtyard Middleton at 24 Crystal Run Crossing, 4 to 7 p.m. Contact: 800/757-6619 ext. 708.

Harmony project meeting

HONESDALE – Learn about the Harmony Project at the Wayne County Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Monticello CSD Board of Education Special Meeting

MONTICELLO – RJK Middle School Library, 7 p.m.

National chemistry week

NEWBURGH – Celebrate National Chemistry Wek in the Bishop Dunn Memorial School gymnasium in the Mount Saint Mary College, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/565-2076.570/569-3131.

Red cross blood drive

MOUNTAINDALE – The American Red Cross holds a blood drive at the Mounaindale Firehouse, 2 to 7 p.m. Free spaghetti dinner for all donors. Contact: 845/436-4416.

Rummage sale – thru October 21

SWAN LAKE – The Swan Lake Firehouse holds a rummage sale, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/292-7554..

Thursday evening event

MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce holds their Third Thursday Evening Event, sponsored by Walden Savings, at Nature in Monticello, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free to members, $10 for non-members. Contact: 845/292-8500.

Wine & Cheese Party

CALLICOON – The Town of Delaware Democratic Club will host a wine and cheese party to meet other Democrats in town and introduce 2005 party candidates. $15 per person. "Upstairs", 1906 Restaurant, 5:30-7 p.m. Contact: 845/482-3188.

women's entrepreneurship conference

LOCH SHELDRAKE – The second annual Women's Entrepreneurship Conference at Sullivan County Community College, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4283.

add your name to the biography board

JEFFERSONVILLE – Spend 30 minutes in the library reading a biography and add your name to the biography board. Contact: 845/482-4350..

Delaware Highlands fall photo weekend – thru October 23

MILFORD – Pro and amature photographers participate in creating images at locations in and around the Delaware Highlands. Instruction from 10 professional photographers. Images exhibited at the International Photography Gallery and Education Center in Milford. $45 entry fee. Contact: 570/296-6789.

Haunted trail – thru October 22

DAMASCUS – Take a walk on a haunted trail at the Damascus Community Center, 7 to 10 p.m. Free babysitting and less spooky activities for little ones inside. All proceeds benefit the community center. Contact: 570/224-6671.

Joyful drumming

HONESDALE – Bring your own drum or percussion instrument for a free jam session at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Left Behind—World at War – thru October 23

LIBERTY – Adults $5, Children 6-12 $2; All three Adults $10, Children 6-12 $4. Times vary according to day. Refreshments and BBQ from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Saturday, Glory to God Christian High School, 2631 SR 52. Contact: Pastor Bob Paquet, 845/482-5864; High School, 845/292-7887.

'Live to love'

TAFTON – A benefit dinner and dance, the 3rd annual "Live to Love" at Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort in Tafton, 6 p.m. appetizers 7 p.m. dinner. Silent auction throughout the evening. Music by EJ the DJ. $40 single, $80 couple. Contact: 570/253-2911.

Public Meeting

HONESDALE – "Medicare Prescription Drug Plan", please RSVP. Wayne County Area Agency on Aging, 323 Tenth Street, Main Dining Room, 2 p.m. Contact: 570/253-4262.

Red cross blood drive

LAKE HUNTINGTON – The American Red Cross holds a blood drive at the Sullivan West High School, 2 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/436-4416.

A voice master class

GLEN SPEY – The Town of Lumberland Cultural Series presents a voice master class with Wiliam Murray, Profesor Emeritus at the Shepard School of Music, Rice University at the Lumberland Town Hall in Glen Spey, 1 to 3 p.m. Vocalists must bring music for accompanist. $15. Contact: 845/856-6372.

Big Easy Benefit Bash Dance

LAKE HUNTINGTON – WJFF and the Lake Huntington Arts Center invite you to dance the night away to support community radio in New Orleans hit by Hurricane Katrina, featuring Soñando at The Nutshell, Route 52. Tickets $12. Proceeds will help New Orleans community radio station WWOZ get back on the air. 8:00 p.m. to midnight. Contact: WJFF, 845/482-4141, www.wjffradio.org.

Church auction

PORT JERVIS – An auction at the Deerpark Reformed Church, 10:30 a.m. preview. 11 a.m. auction.

Eating right workshop

NEWBURGH – Workshop on how to eat right with Barbara Mogan at the Desmond Campus of Mount Saint Mary College, 10 a.m. $15 Contact: 845/565-2076..

Exhibit of Native American Artifacts

HANKINS – "A Profile of Our Native Americans from a Stone Age People to the Delaware Munsees" sponsored by the Basket Historical Society of the Upper Delaware Valley. Free admission, refreshments, Q&A with exhibitors, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Hankins-Fremont Firehouse, County Road 93. Contact: Joh B. Niflot, 845/887-5417.

Fiddlin' Around

EQUINUNK – Union UMC will be hosting an evening of fun and entertainment at Camp Indian Head, 8:00 p.m. Adults: $6.00, children under 12 free. Refreshments available for purchase. Contact: Pat Hazen, 570/224-4721.

Halloween Party

GALILEE – Children 12 and under hosted by The Unity Grange. Games, activities, story time, goodie bags, prizes and refreshments. Grange Hall, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Contact: 570/224-4661.

Leonberger dog show

LOCH SHELDRAKE – The Northeast Regional Leonberger club holds it's annual dog show at Sullivan County Community College's Paul Gerry Fieldhouse, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/798-9038.

Masquerade ball

LAKE HUNTINGTON – "Sonando," a premier Salsa band livens things up at a Masquerade Ball at The Nutshell, doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Contact: 845/932-8708.

Music of Our Time

NARROWSBURG – The Delaware Valley Chamber Orchestra will present a concert featuring new works by area composers. Admission $12, students & seniors $11. Tusten Theatre, 210 Bridge Street, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3136 or 845/252-7576.

'Music of our time'

NARROWSBURG – The Delaware Valley Chamber Orchestra presents 'Music of our time,' a concert featuring new works by area composters at the Tusten Theatre in Narrowsburg, 7:30 p.m. $12 or $10 for students and seniors. Contact: 845/252-3136..

Native Americans profile

FREMONT CENTER – A public exhibit of artifacts of Native Americans from the stone age people to the Delaware Munsees at the Basket Historical Society, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Contact: 845/887-5417.

'Nocturnal Accommodations'

RADIO – Innes-Fergus McDade's tale of siamese twins who take a train to Scranton to court their brides on WVIA 89.9 FM, 4:30 p.m. Contact: www.thenortheasttheatre.us.

Penny Social

MONGAUP VALLEY – Refreshments, door prize, special tables, admission $1. Smallwood-Mongaup Valley Firehouse, Ballard Road, doors open 6 p.m., calling 7 p.m.

Pumpkin carving contest

DELAWARE – Bring your own carving tools and create a masterpiece at the Delaware free branch of the Western Sullivan Library, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: 845/482-4350..

Pumpkin Fest

BARRYVILLE – Live music and dancing, games, shows, a parade and more at the Barryville Chamber of Commerce's Pumpkin Fest, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Red Cross Katrina Relief Fund.

'Simply Shakespeare'

SOUTH FALLSBURG – The Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop offers a free performance, "Simply Shakespeare" at the Rivoli Theatre, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/436-5336 or 845/434-7232.

Singles walk

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – A nature walk for singles at the Lacawac Sanctuary, 11 a.m. Enjoy the foliage and meet like-minded people. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Soup night

ELDRED – The Auxilary of the Highland Lake Fire Department hold a take out only soup night featuring split pea, beef barley, chicken noodle, Manhattan clam chowder, New England clam chowder, and minestrone. $3 pints, $5 quarts. Contact: 845/856-2631..

Spaghetti dinner and dance

OBERNBURG – St. Mary's holds a spaghetti dinner and dance to benefit hurricane victims at the Little Texas Ranch, dinner 6 to 8 p.m., dance 9 to 11 p.m. Contact: 845/482-5541.

Spaghetti Dinner and Dance

OBERNBURG – Sponsored by Saint Mary's to benefit hurricane victims. Little Texas Ranch, 348 CR 95, dinner: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.; dance 9:00 to 11:00 p.m. Donation: free will offering.

'The Exonerated' – thru October 23

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Six actors portray real-life pepole whose lives were changed by wrongful convictions that lead to death sentences in "The Exonerated." RLocal premiere at the Sullivan County Community College's Seelig Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $15 general admission, $10 senior citizens, $5 students from any school. Contact: 845/985-7783.

'The Greatest Good'

MILFORD – A free showing of the documentary that brins to life the history of the US Forest Service and America's public lands at Grey Towers National Historic Site, 5:30 p.m. Contact: 570/296-9630.

Third Annual PumpkinFest

BARRYVILLE – Costume contests (pets & people), bake-off, pumpkin carving contest, pie-eating marathon, hot air balloon rides, antique car rally, puppet shows, petting zoo, dunking booth, apple bobbing, vendors and live entertainment. Cash prizes. Free admission. Parade 1 p.m. behind River Market (registrants must be preesent by 12:30 p.m.) The Spring House Commons, River Market and throughout locations on Route 97 and River Road, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: www.BarryvilleNY.com.

Turkey Dinner

WHITE LAKE – Adults $8, children 4-12 $5, age 3 and under free, take-out available. Reformed Presbyterian Church, Faith Hall, 17B. Contact: 845/583-7082.

Watershed Conservancy Annual Meeting

PIKE COUNTY – Discussion: Keep Pike Green initiative committed to preserving Pike County's quality of life. All residents of Twin/Walker Creeks Watershed are encouraged to attend. Walker Lake Clubhouse, 10 a.m. Contact: 570/296-2244.

Woodturning Art Exhibit – thru December 31

ARKVILLE – Artists Bruce McCandless and Claudio Stalling will exhibit their art at the Catskill Center's ERPF Gallery, Rt. 28. Contact: Inverna Lockpez 845/586-2611.

"Where do I live?"

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Look for animals homes and matc birds to their nests at the Pocono Environmental Education Center. $3 members $5 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Circle Park grand opening

GLEN SPEY – Celebrate the grand opening of Cirlce Park, the Renaissance's Golden Feather award winner, with a fall holiday theme celebration including youth activities, story telling and a ghost walk, 1 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/856-5075.

Laurel Villa GAIT Fundraiser

MILFORD – "Celebrate GAIT" Wine-Tasting and Auction Fundraiser to benefit Genuine Alternative in Therapy (a tri-state therapeutic horseback riding center) that recently lost its horse barn to a fire. Laurel Villa Country Inn & Restaurant, 2nd & Ann Streets, 2-5 p.m. Stay for dinner and receive 15% off entree. Tickets $50, reservations required by Oct. 20. Contact: 570/409-1140.

Pot Roast Dinner

NARROWSBURG – Sponsored by the Tusten Lions. Adults $9, seniors & children $7. Take-out available. Tusten Town Hall, 5-8 p.m.

Ukrainian heritage celebration

MIDDLETOWN – A dance to celebrate Ukrainian heritage and culture in the Orange Hall Theater at the Orange County Community College, 2 p.m. $7 adults, $4 seniors, free to all students. Contact: 845/341-4891.

Emergency Preparedness Training Summit

LOCH SHELDRAKE – The American Red Cross in conjunction with several area agencies will sponsor a Sullivan County Emergency Preparedness Training Summit to provide fundamental information about disasters, the community response and the role of Red Cross Disaster Services. Lunch available for purchase, registration required before Oct. 19. Sullivan County Community College, Seelig Theatre. Contact: 845/294-9785.

Halloween/Fall Craft

FALLSBURG – Children of all ages, simple crafts will be available for preschoolers. Fallsburg Library, 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Town of Highland Meet the Candidates

ELDRED – Eldred Town Hall, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/557-8749.

Upper Delaware Scenic Byway Meeting

NARROWSBURG – Open to the public. UDC office, 211 Bridge Street, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Great books discussion

MONTICELLO – "The Witch of Coos," a poem by Robert Frost, will be discussed at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660..

Joint Replacement Seminar

WAYNE COUNTY – Wayne Memorial Hospital presents Dr. William Jason on minimally-invasive joint replacement. Western Wayne, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-8990.

Northeast Resources Unlimited meeting

LORDS VALLEY – Monthly meeting including nomination of new officers at the Lords VAlley Century 21 Select Group Office, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/492-9839.

'The Witch of Coos'

MONTICELLO – A discussion of Robert Frost's "The Witch of Coos" at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

UDC Operations Committee Meeting

NARROWSBURG – Agenda includes reports of staff activities, review of financial data and discussion of old and new business. Open to the public. UDC office, 211 Bridge Street, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

UDC Project Review Committee Meeting

NARROWSBURG – Includes monthly Discussion Items Report, Technical Assistance Grant program administrative updates and discussion of new and old business. Open to the public. UDC office, 211 Bridge Street, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Annual Roast Beef Dinner

MONTICELLO – Take-out from 4 p.m., homemade desserts. $10. United Methodist Church, 445 Broadway, 5 p.m. Contact: Kirkland Harris, 845/794-7050.

Autism Spectrum Support Group

LIBERTY – This support group is for any parent in Sullivan County who has a child with Autism, Asperger's Syndrome or other Pervasive Developmental Delays. Sullivan County BOCES, Rubin Pollack Education Center, Career Tech Dining Room, 7-8:30 p.m. Contact: Sherry Eidel, 845/295-4042.

Conference

NEWBURGH – Green Buildings, Landscapes and Communities—Linking Sustainability, Affordability and Economic Vitality" will provide information about green design principles and technologies; case studies of successful projects; funding and technical assistance; and other ideas. Registration required. Contact: Simon Gruber, 845/534-5622.

Fall fellowship lunch

PORT JERVIS – The Drew United Methodist Church holds a fall fellowship lunch, 12 to 1 p.m. $2 menu includes soup, beverage and dessert. Contact: 845/856-3423.

Prenatal class

PORT JERVIS – Natural childbirth, a prenatal class at the Bon Secours Community Hospital, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/858-7175.

Pumpkin Craft & Halloween Story

LAKE ARIEL – Bring a pumpkin to decorate, hear a spooky Halloween story, learn about the history of Halloween. Geared toward children, adults welcome. Dress appropriately, snacks provided. Donation: $3 members, $5 non-members. Lacawac Sanctuary, 94 Sanctuary Road, 4-6 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494, educator@lacawac.org, www.lacawac.org.

Pumpkin craft and Halloween story

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – A pumpkin craft and Halloween story program at the Lacawac Sanctuary, 4 to 6 p.m. Bring a pumpkin. $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Spaghetti & Meatball Supper

LIBERTY – Sponsored by Liberty Rotary Club to benefit Liberty Little League and Rotary combined charities. Adults $8, children under 12 $4. Liberty High School Cafeteria, 5:15-7:15 p.m.

Bye Bye Birdie – thru October 30

PORT JERVIS – Presby Players perform a satire telling the story of a rock and roll singer who is about to be inducted into the army. First Presbyterian Church, 60 Sussex Street, 7:30 p.m. Oct 27-29; 6:30 p.m. Oct. 30. Tickets $14, reservations required. Contact: 845/856-1231.

Cabaret fundraiser – thru October 30

PORT JERVIS – The Presby players present a cabaret of music and dance to raise funds for the upcoming musical "Bye Bye Birdie" at the First Presbyterian Church in Port Jervis, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/856-1231.

Candidates forum

MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Chapter of the NAACP holds a candidate forum at The Neighborhood Facility, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-3215.

Cheese and wine party

CALLICOON – The Town of Delaware Democratic Club hosts a wine and cheese party to meet other Democrats in town, "upstairs" at the 1906 Restaurant, 5:30 to 7 p.m. $15. Contact: 845/482-3188..

Chemical and biological pollution

MIDDLETOWN – A lecture on chemical and biological pollution in our forests, acid rain and introduced pests with Garm M. Lovett, PhD at the Biology-Technology building of the Orange County Community College, 7:15 p.m. Contact: 845/341-4891.

Geneology Group Meeting

HONESDALE – Wayne County Genealogy Group will meet in the Research Library, Wayne County Historical Society, 810 Main Street, 4:30 p.m. Beginners and experienced researchers welcome. Contact: 570/253-3240.

Narrowsburg Chamber Meeting

NARROWSBURG – Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting, Delaware Art Center, Krause Recital Hall, 5:30 p.m.

Understanding local government in PA

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Peter Wolfhorst and Carson Helfrich present an overview on local government in local government in PA at the Delaware Township Building, 7 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/226-8220.

19th Annual Scholarship Fund Benefit

FERNDALE – SCCC pays tribute to the fabulous 50s with "A Whole Lotta Shakin' Going On". Food, silent auction, entertainment. Tickets $100 per person. Open to the public, limited tickets. One Cablevision Center, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750, ext. 4479; slieberstein@sullivan.suny.edu.

Adult costume contest – thru October 30

STARLIGHT – Wear your scariest or most creative costume where your dinner check is your entree form. finalist chosen Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 8:30 p.m. Grand prize winner chosen Sunday. Contact: 570/798-2519.

Aerial deer study

HAWLEY – The Pike County Branch of the Quality Deer Managment Association meets to review the aerial surveys of deer at the PPL Learning Center, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/686-7611.

Folk Legend Jack Hardy Performs

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Free admission. Resort at Livingston Manor, Exit 96 off Rt. 17, 8:00 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3400.

Halloween Party – thru October 30

STARLIGHT – First Annual Costume Contest, grand prize winner chosen Sunday evening, dinner check is entry to contest. Inn at Starlight Lake, judging begins at 8 p.m. Contact: 800/248-2519, 570/798-2519.

Haunted trail – thru October 29

DAMASCUS – Take a walk on a haunted trail at the Damascus Community Center, 7 to 10 p.m. Free babysitting and less spooky activities for little ones inside. All proceeds benefit the community center. Contact: 570/224-6671.

Homeland security

LIBERTY – A lecture on "The Homeland Security Marketplace: Navigating the Process" at SCCC's General's Grill in Liberty, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. $35 non-members $28 members. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4283.

Investing 101

LIBERTY – A beginner's course in investing at Sullivan County BOCES Administration building in Liberty, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4283.

Music on Main Street

HONESDALE – Free live music by the group Boris Garcia's family reunion at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Red cross blood drive

CALLICOON – The American Red Cross holds a blood drive at the Catskill Regional Medical Center, 2 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/436-4416.

SLAC October meeting

MONTICELLO – Assemblyman Richard Gottfried, chairman of the Health Committee will address members of the Senior Legislative Action Committee at the Ted Stroeble Recreation Center.

'The Reds of Autumn'

MILFORD – Celebrate the arrival of cooler weater and the upcoming Halloween holiday at "Reds of Autumn" wine-tasting at the Laurel Villa Country Inn and Restaurant, 6:30 p.m. $25 per person. Reservations required. Contact: 570/296-9940.

Upper Delaware River Run Benefit – thru October 30

BARRYVILLE – Motorcycle run to benefit Habitat for Humanity (victims of Hurricanes Katrina & Rita). All bikes or whatever mode of transport invited. Suggestion donation $25 includes T-shirt & collectors drink cup with beverages. Volunteers needed. Old Minisink Ford Road. Contact: Catherine Ann Burns, vxn7121@yahoo.com, 845/557-0793, 719/964-6169 regarding accommodations/reservations..

77th Annual Roast Beef Dinner

WYSOX – $9.00 Adults, $5.00 Chidlren 5-12, under 5 free, all takeouts $9.00 at 4:00 p.m. Youngsville Fire Dept., 4:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Adult Halloween Dance

CERNTRAL VALLEY – Costume contest, games, prizes, DJ, cash bar. Admission $15. Central Firehouse, Westcolang Road. Contact: 570/685-7344, 570/470-7627.

Annual PEEC-A-Boo Halloween Trail

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Follow your guide around PEEC's family-friendly Halloween Trail. Enjoy fun crafts and entertainment. Every 15 minutes, rain or shine. $5 per person, children 3 and under free. Refreshments available. Reservations recommended. Contact: 570/828-2319, peec@ptd.net, www.peec.org.

Children's Halloween party

STARLIGHT – Costume contest with prizes, apple bobbing and sweet treats at the Inn at Starlight Lake, 1 to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/798-2519.

Children's Halloween Party

STARLIGHT – Costume contest, prizes, apple bobbing and treats. Inn at Starlight Lake, 1-3 p.m. Contact: 800/248-2519, 570/798-2519.

Dads & Donuts

HONESDALE – Ages 3 and up are welcome to participae along with Dad, coffee and donuts. Advance registration required. Wayne County Public Library, 1406 Main Street, 10:30 a.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Fall Track Auction

LIBERTY – Sullivan County 4-H Horse PAC holds their Fall Track Auction with JP's North at Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center, 5 to 9 p.m. Contact: 845/292-6180.

'GK's 80th Birthday'

PARKSVILLE – Sleuth's Murder Mystery at the Dead End Cafe in Parksville presents "GK's 80th Birthday." Hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m., seating at 7 p.m. $38.95 Contact: 845/292-0202.

Halloween Parties

LIBERTY – Children 2-4 p.m., adults 7-9 p.m. Liberty Museum and Arts Center, Main Street. Contact: 845/292-2394.

Halloween party

LAKE HUNTINGTON – A rock and roll Halloween Party with "Bad Influence" at the Nutshell Cafe, 10 p.m. $5 cover. Come in costume.

Ham & Turkey Supper

PINE MILL – To benefit Pine Mill United Methodist Church. Adults $8, Children 6-12 $3.50. Pine Mill Community Hall, 4-7 p.m.

PEEC-A-BOO

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – The Pocono Environmental Education Center holds their popular PEEC-A-BOO trail with campfire stories, crafts and goodies. $5 per person, free for children under 3-years-old Contact: 570/828-2319.

Pumpkin carving contest

JEFFERSONVILLE – Bring your own carving tools and create a masterpiece at the Jeffersonville branch of the Western Sullivan Library, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: 845/482-4350..

Republican Rally

LAKE HUNTINGTON – Free admission, music and refreshments, open to all. Paesano Pizzeria and Restaurant, 8:00 to 11:00 p.m.

Republican rally

LAKE HUNTINGTON – A rally at Paesano Pizzeria and Restaurant with music and refreshments, 8 to 11 p.m. Free admission.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

BLOOMINGBURG – Town of Mamakating will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new pavilion and ice rink. Followed by Showcase of the Bands. Town Park, Bloomingburg, 3 p.m. Contact: Charles E. Penna, Town Supervisor, 845/888-3049.

Spanish for preschoolers

MONTICELLO – A Spanish story hour for three and four year olds at the Crawford Public Library, 10 a.m. Will also include arts and crafts time. Free when accompanied by an adult. Contact: 845/794-4460.

Stories and Blankets

FALLSBURG – Design and make one or more squares to add to our blanket. Fallsburg High School, 12:00 noon.

Autumn Story Time – thru November 18

MONTICELLO – Fridays, 9:30 a.m., Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library. An hour of stories, crafts and fun. Free; open to any child aged 2-4 years old when accompanied by an adult caregiver. Space is limited, registration requested. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Better models for development

BEACH LAKE – Edward T. McMahon discusses a new book, "Better models for development in Pennsylvania" at the Central House, 4 to 9 p.m. $15 for dinner and lecture. Contact: 570/226-8220.

Children's Halloween Party

ELDRED – Hosted by American Legion Ambulance Service, children up to age 13. Ambulance building, 17 Collins Road, 2-4 p.m. Contact: Patty, 845/557-0642.

Ellen Samson Exhibit

MOUNTAINDALE – Rare & exotic masks show, Mountaindale Art Center, 58 Main St, Gallery Reception 4-7 p.m.

Fall Fiddle Festival

BEACH LAKE – Hosted by The Old Time Fiddlers. Refreshments available. Adults $7, seniors $5, students over 12 $3, children 12 & under free. Beach Lake Fire Hall, Rt. 652, doors open at 12:30 p.m., music starts 2 p.m. Contact: 570/224-6330.

Haunted House Party

MOUNTAINDALE – Hosted by Mountaindale Community Development Project. Suggested donation $2. Mountaindale Schoolhouse, 105 Main Street, 6-9 p.m. Contact: 845/434-4747.

Life Chain

MONTICELLO – The Annual Life Chain in Sullivan County will take place at the intersection of Anawana Lake Road and Route 42 in Monticello, 2 to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/292-6243.

Parade & Trunk-N-Treat

NARROWSBURG – Decorate your cars and kids trick & treat to your trunk full of candy after youth parade. 5 p.m. parade line up at Library. Decorated car registration at 3-4 p.m. at Little Ball Field. Trophies awarded.

Penny Social

SPARROWBUSH – Costume contest (age 10 adn under) during intermission. Food available. Sparrowbush Firehouse, doors open 12:30, calling 2 p.m. Contact: 845/856-5556, 845/856-2738.

Reading of "War of the Worlds"

MILFORD – Same date as the original radio broadcast in 1938. Grey Towers, 6 and 8 p.m. Contact: 570/296-9672.

'Trunk-n-treat'

NARROWSBURG – A Halloween costume parade, trunk-n-treating and haunted trail. Meet at the Tusten-Cochecton library, 5 p.m. Parade will go around town and down to the Fireman's Field where a free fried chicken dinner awaits all costumed kids. Trick-or-treating from decorated car trunks is followed by a walk down a haunted trail. Contact: 845/252-3063 or 252-3532.

Wayne County Historical Society Annual Dinner

HAWLEY – Dinner, cash bar, entertainment. Tickets $40 each. Settlers Inn, 1 p.m. Contact: 570/253-4358.

Annual Halloween Parade

LIBERTY – Floats and organizations welcome but must pre-register. Trophies awarded. Line up 5:30 p.m. at the municipal parking lot across from Elks Lodge. Parade begins at 6 p.m. Contact: 845/292-7690.

Trick or Treat

FALLSBURG – During library hours, Fallsburg Library.

In-School Winter Walking Program – thru March 31

WAYNE COUNTY – Wayne Memorial Hospital's program begins to help alleviate stress. Register to walk the halls of seven schools, Monday through Thursday, through end of March. Western Wayne, Damascus Elementary, Lakeside Elementary, Preston Elementary, Newfoundland School, Wallenpaupack Area High School and R.D. Wilson Elementary, 6-8 p.m. Contact: 570/253-8990.

Meeting-American Association of University Women

WALLENPAUPACK – Speaker: Doctor Betty deMaye-Caruth, Wallenpaupack Area High School, Room 211 (use gym entrance), 7:00 p.m.. Topics: Therapeutic Touch, Reiki, Aromathery and Flower Essences. Public invited.

Parents for Parents Support Group – thru December 20

LIBERTY – Meets on Tuesdays: Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 and Dec. 20. Sullivan County BOCES, Rubin Pollack Education Center, Cafeteria, 7-8:30 p.m. Contact: Debbie O'Malley 845/295-4040.

Sibling Support Group – thru December 20

LIBERTY – Meets Nov. 1, Nov. 15, Dec. 6 and Dec. 20. Sullivan County BOCES, Rubin Pollack Education Center, Cafeteria, 7-8:30 p.m. Contact: Debbie O'Malley 845/295-4040.

WaynePeace Community "Roundtable" Forum

HONESDALE – All interested group representatives are invited. Honesdale Public Library, second floor, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/857-9526.

Breast Cancer support group

HONESDALE – The American Cancer Society's Wayne Unit breast cancer support group talks about managing stress through self-care at the Wayne Memorial Hospital, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3350 or 888/227-5445.

Chapel Memorial Service

HONESDALE – A Chapel Memorial Service in memory of those patients who have died at the Wayne Memorial Hospital, 4 p.m.

Emergency management preparedness

MAMAKATING – Learn about emergency generators, cell towers, communications and Red Cross supplies at the Town of Mamakating Town Hall, 4:30 p.m. Take part in the Emergency Awareness Forum with the Mamakating Fire Deparments, First aid and American Red Cross, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/888-3049.

Pike County Conservation District's Annual Dinner

HAWLEY – "Conservation of our Scenic Rural Character", featured speaker: Peter Duncan. Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort & Banquet Center, Cocktail hour 6:00 p.m. (cash bar), dinner at 7:00 p.m. Cost: $25 per person. RSVP before October 27. Contact: 570/226-8220, mulmer@pikepa.org.

Pork Schnitzel Dinner

LIBERTY – Adults $8, children under 11 $5, under 5 free. Liberty Elks Lodge, Darby Lane, 5-7 p.m. Contact: 845/292-3434.

Prenatal class

PORT JERVIS – Normal newborn, a prenatal class at the Bon Secours Community Hospital, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/858-7175.

Strengthening Families Program

LIBERTY – Sponsored by Sullivan County BOCES SETRC division to help improve communciation betwen parents and children between the ages of 10 and 14. RJK Monticello Middle School, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pre-registration required. Contact: Debbie O'Malley, 845/292-0082, ext. 4140 or the EPIC Parent Center at the RJK Middle School, 845/796-3058.

Piano recital

NEWBURGH – A piano recital at Mount Saint Mary College by Franz Vezuli, 4 p.m. Contact: 845/569-3179 or www.msmc.edu.

4-H Achievement Night

HONESDALE – Honesdale High School. Contact: 570/253-5970, ext. 239.

DAR meeting

JEFFERSONVILLE – Beaverkill Chapter N.S.D.A.R. National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will meet and greet Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther addressing the topic of healthcare. The Stone Arch Inn, 12:30 p.m. Contact: Lois Hansen 845/292-4094; Mary Madison 845/439-4878.

Lackawanna Rails: Women Who Work – thru November 5

SCRANTON – Radio theatre featuring characters inspired by women of the Anthracite Valley who have worked for a living, worked for a cause or simply work as human beings. Northeast Theatre, Hotel Jermyn, second floor. Contact: 570/558-1515.

Burbon Street benefit

NARROWSBURG – The 2nd annual Burbon Street benfit featuring bluegrass and delta blues from BB&J Trio at Kizmet on Main Street, 7:30 p.m. The admission is your contribution. Contact: 845/252-3664.

Cochecton Democratic Rally

LAKE HUNTINGTON – A Democratic Rally at the Lake Huntington Center (The Nutshell), 6:30 to 11 p.m. All you can eat buffet starting at 7 p.m. Dancing with live music by Mickey Barnett from 8 to 11 p.m. $15 admission.

Cosa Bella Jewelry Grand Opening

PORT JERVIS – Open house from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., ribbon-cutting 12 noon. 23 Front Street. Contact: 845/856-7464.

Delaware Water Gap meeting

BUSHKILL – The final chapter of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area at the Bushkill Meeting Center, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/588-2451 or 570/828-2253..

Holiday Craft Fair

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Vendors wantede. LMCS New Gymnasium, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/439-4293.

Making your own liqueurs

LIBERTY – Learn how to make your own liqueurs at the Corenell Cooperative Extension Building, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $15 members $17 non-members. BYOB (appropriate alcoholic base) Seats limited to 25. Contact: 845/292-6180..

Museum trip

MILFORD – Spend a day at the Meusuem of Natural History or the Metropolitan Museum of Art with the Friends of the Pike County Public Library on an "on your own" trip. The bus leaves from the Grand Union parking lot in Milford at 8 a.m. sharp. Passengers will be dropped off at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in mid-Manhattan Pick up will be at 4:30 p.m. $25 includes driver's tip. Contact: 570/296-7884.

RISE Benefit Dance

MONTICELLO – Rape Intervention Services and Education (RISE) will hold a dinner-dance featuring Annie Hat and the Vantwistics. Tickets $30pp. Mr. Willy's, Rt. 42, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/791-5308.

'The Exonerated' – thru November 6

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Six actors portray real-life pepole whose lives were changed by wrongful convictions that lead to death sentences in "The Exonerated." RLocal premiere at the Sullivan County Community College's Seelig Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $15 general admission, $10 senior citizens, $5 students from any school. Contact: 845/985-7783.

Thrifty Holiday Gifts Workshop

LIBERTY – Learn how to make affordable gifts. Reservations required. Lunch available for purchase. Cornell Cooperative Extension, Ferndale-Loomis Road, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: Krissi, 845/292-5250.

Turkey Dinner

JEFFERSONVILLE – Take-out only, $9. First Lutheran Church of Jeffersonville, 4:30-7 p.m. Contact: 845/482-3224.

Ballroom Dance Series – thru March 30

HURLEYVILLE – A series of ballroom dances will be presented beginning Nov. 6 and every second Sunday afternoon of each month through March. Admission $15/couple, $8/single, $3/student includes complimentary lesson, no experience necessary. Light refreshments served. County Museum, 2-5 p.m. Contact: Helen Roth, 845/292-4312.

Penny social

LAVA – The Lava Fire Department holds a penny social to benefit Stepping Stones playground phase two project. Doors open at 11 a.m., drawing at 1 p.m., $1 admission. Refreshments will be available. Contact: 845/252-3634.

singles walk

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Join fellow single adults and the PEEC staff for a walk-and-talk on various trails and encounter nature close up at the Pocono Environmental Education Center in Dingman's Ferry, 10 a.m. to 12 noon $3 members, $5 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Sunday 4 Singles

DINGMAN'S FERRY – If you are a single adult looking for a fun and social environment, come out with our staff and enjoy PEEC's environment! Walk-and-talk on various trails and encounter nature close up. Bring a bag lunch. Cost $3 members, $5 non-members. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 570-828-2319.

Roast Beef Dinner

MONTICELLO – Monticello Kiwanis Club's Annual Bernie Shore Memorial dinner. Adults $10, under 12 $7. Elk's Lodge, North Street, 5-7 p.m. Contact: Kirkland Harris, 845/794-7050.

Wildlife Ecology

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Why do certain animals live in the Poconos and not in the arctic? Come find out why. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Adult CPR Class

HONESDALE – Recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies in adults. Pre-registration required. Chamber of Commerce, 6-10 p.m. Contact: 570/253-2310, 570/296-5229.

Election Day Chicken over Biscuit

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Benefit Sullivan Chapter #298 Order of Eastern Star. Donation $6. Masonic Hall, Upper Main Street, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 845/439-3357, 845/439-3102.

Election Day Turkey Dinner

FREMONT CENTER – With all the trimmings, family-style. Adults & take-outs $8.50, Youth 5-12 $4.50. Fremont Center Community Church, Rt. 93. Contact: 845/887-4229.

Election day turkey dinner

NARROWSBURG – The Narrowsburg United Methodist Church holds their 30th annual Election Day Turkey Dinner at the Tusten Town Hall, 4 to 7 p.m. Buffet style. $8.50 adulst, $4 children under 10.

'La Lupa'

MONTICELLO – Enjoy the discussion of the short story, "La Lupa" by Giovanni Verga at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.

Parents for Parents Support Group – thru December 13

MONTICELLO – Meets Nov. 8 and Dec. 13. Sullivan County BOCES, St. John Street Education Center, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon. Contact: Debbie O'Malley 845/295-4040.

Sullivan-Orange-Ulster One-Day Dairy Tour

SULLIVAN COUNTY – Visit Bella Poultry, Dave Weiss Farm and Pete and Dawn Erlwein Farm. Lunch at White Sulphur Springs Inn. Cost $12. Registration required by Oct. 31. Contact: 845/292-6180.

Community Development Plan Workshop

WURTSBORO – Part I: Taking Stock & Formulating a Plan workshop. Brainstorm ideas to revitalize Wurtsboro for residents and visitors. Valley Brook Inn, Rt. 209, 6:30-9 p.m. Contact: 845/888-2618,, lori@rubyflecks.com, 845/586-2611, 845/794-3000, ext. 5028.

Estate and financial planning for small businesses

MIDDLETOWN – Family business members are invited to learn about estate and financial planning as well as insurance taxation issues at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County Community Campus, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $30 per person, $45 per couple. Contact: 845/344-1234.

First Aid Class

HONESDALE – Recognize and care for victims of illness and sudden injuries. Chamber of Commerce, 6-10 p.m. Contact: 570/253-2310, 570/296-5229.

Strengthening Families Program

LIBERTY – Sponsored by Sullivan County BOCES SETRC division to help improve communciation betwen parents and children between the ages of 10 and 14. RJK Monticello Middle School, 5:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pre-registration required. Contact: Debbie O'Malley, 845/292-0082, ext. 4140 or the EPIC Parent Center at the RJK Middle chool, 845/796-3058.

Flu shot clinic

MONTICELLO – Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther hosts a flu shot clinic in her district in conjunction with Catskill Regional Medical Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. $15 per shot.

Nutrition presentation

WAYNE COUNTY – Wayne Memorial Hospital presents Barbara Griggs-Pratt offering the latest tips and facts in nutrition. Wallenpaupack Area High School, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-8990.

Ninth Anniversary Celebration

LIBERTY – Liberty Aglow Lighthouse for Women will hold their celebration at Glory to God High School, Route 52, 7-10 p.m. Cost $5. Reservations required. Contact: Barbara 845/439-3794.

Rededication of World War II memorial

DAMASCUS – The Damascus Township Historical Society and Damascus Area School hold a rededication of the original Damascus High School World War II Honor Roll at the Damascus Area School gymnasium, 9 a.m. Contact: 570/729-8676.

Spanish festival

MONTICELLO – The Liberty Free Theatre in conjunction with the Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County present a Spanish Festival of dancing and plays in English at the BOCES auditorium, 7:30 p.m. Performances are free. Contact: 845/292-3788.

Veteran's Day ceremony

LIBERTY – Clarence Hoyt Post # 9217, Veterans of Foreign Wars, observes Veterans Day with a ceremony at the Post home, 10:30 a.m. Refreshments after the ceremony. Contact: 845/292-7578 or 845/583-5059.

18th Annual Applefest

LIBERTY – Apples, Cider, Apple specialties and light lunch. Liberty United Methodist Church, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Contact: Harold Kellam 845/292-5307.

Annual Spaghetti Dinner

NORTH BRANCH – North Branch Volunteer Fire Department sponsors its first annual spaghetti dinner. Adults $7, children 12 and under $4, children under 5 free. 50/50. North Branch Fire House, 4-8 p.m. Contact: 845/866-2040.

Craft Fair and Bake Sale

DAMASCUS – 50/50 raffle, refreshments available. Proceeds will go the the Community Center. Damascus Community Center, Conklin Hill Road, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/729-8320, 570/224-6671.

Defensive driving course

MONTICELLO – A six-hour national safety council defensive driving course offered by Sullivan County Community College at the St. John Education Center in Monticello, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. $47. Contact: 845/791-4070.

Family hike

ARKVILLE – Join Catskill Center Educators on a historical adventure through the North-South Lake Campground, meet outside the main gates at 11 a.m. Contact: 845/586-2611.

Fellowship fair

NARROWSBURG – The women's group of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Narrowsburg sponsors the annual fellowship fair at the parish hall, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Event will feature home-baked goods, new items ans an ever-popular "white elephant" table. Admission is free. Lunch will be availablefrom 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All proceeds will benefit various needs for the parish. Contact: 845/252-3919.

Hunters screening

CALLICOON – A hunters screening, including blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, weight and height, vision, hearing and risk assessment at the Catskill Regional Medical Center, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. $10 fee includes continental breakfast, screenings and raffle. Contact: 845/887-5530.

Murdery Mystery Dinner

PORT JERVIS – "A Taste for Wine and Murder", Tickets $12, reservations required. Port Jervis Masonic Temple, 41 Sussex St., 6 p.m. Contact: 845/856-7059.

Sessions on centering prayer

NEWBURGH – Mount Saint Mary College presents a day-long session centering on prayer at the Desmond Campus, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/565-2076 or www.msmc.edu.

Soup and bread dinner

PORT JERVIS – The Faith and Joy Choirs of St. Peters Lutheran Church hold their 5th annual soup and bread dinner at the church, 4 to 7 p.m. $5 adults, $3 children under 5. Contact: 845/856-1033 or 570/296-7280.

Spanish festival

MONTICELLO – The Liberty Free Theatre in conjunction with the Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County present a Spanish Festival of dancing and plays in spanish at the BOCES auditorium, 7:30 p.m. Performances are free. Contact: 845/292-3788.

Spanish for preschoolers

MONTICELLO – Spanish hour for 3 and 4 year olds at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Library, 10 a.m. Contact: 845/794-4460.

Square dance

RILEYVILLE – The Hickory Grange hosts a square dance with music by "The Uphill String Band." Suggested $5 donation per person or $10 per family. Contact: 570/253-3232.

Trinity Classic Horse Show

PORT JERVIS – Trinity Catholic School will host its First Annual Horse Show to benefit the School Building Fund. New Hope Farms, 517 Neversink Drive, Route 209, 8:30 a.m. Contact: Dr. Lisa Toaldo, 570/491-5147.

Turkey/Ham party

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Township Volunteer Fire Department holds a turkey and ham party at 7 p.m. at their fire hall in Lords Valley.

"SCCC Takes Manhattan"

SULLIVAN COUNTY – Come join your classmates, roommates, professors and staff for an all alumni reception. $125 prepaid by Oct. 28. Bridgewaters Catering Facility, 11 Fulton Street (South Street Seaport District), 6-9 p.m. Contact: Hillary Hegeland, 845/434-5750, ext. 4377.

2005 Miss Sulivan County Pageant

FERNDALE – Enter by Nov. 1; three categories include Young Miss (5-8), Pre-Teen (9-12) and Teenager (13-18). Entry fee: $30 Young Miss, $40 Pre-Teen, $50 Teenager. Prizes awarded. Admission: adults $5, children 6-12 $3. Refreshments will be sold. Contact: Amy Bernhardt, 845/482-3816.

Celebration in Song

GLEN SPEY – Town of Lumberland Cultural Series presents "In an Afternoon of Stirring Melodies", patriotic songs of past and present. Admission $7 at door. Lumberland Town Hall, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/856-6372.

Patriotic songs from the past and prsent

GLEN SPEY – A celebration of song, "In an afternoon of stirring melodies," at the Lumberland Town Hall, 2 p.m. $7. Contact: 845/856-6372.

Annual Holiday Exhibition – thru December 25

MILFORD – Showing 7-12 works by each owner/operator of the gallery. Artery Gallery, opening reception Nov. 26 from 2 to 5 p.m. Contact: 570/409-1234; www.ARTeryOnLine.com.

Free Thanksgiving dinner

WAYMART – The Ladore Lodge presents a free Thanksgiving Dinner, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 570/488-6129.

Holiday craft fair – thru November 26

CALLICOON – Callicoon's annual holiday craft fair will include 40 venders, 50/50 drawings and a craft raffle at the Delaware Youth Center, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/887-5155.

Found object collage funshop – thru December 17

NORTH BRANCH – Create one-of-a-kind, priceless gifts for your friends and family at the Center of North Branch, price ranges from $8 to $85 plus $7 an hour sudio fee. Contact: 845/482-4203.

Hand-created for the holidays – thru January 15

LIBERTY – Works by various artists at the Catskill Artists Gallery. Gallery opening on November 26, 4 to 8 p.m.

Holiday Craft Fair

BEACH LAKE – Sponsored by the Beach Lake Ladies Auxiliary. Food and beverages available for purchase, door prizes, dontation $1. Beach Lake Firehall, Route 652, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/729-7952.

Holiday shopping

PARKSVILLE – The Catskill Artists Galley offers easy shopping options and a reception to celebrate with the artists, 4 to 8 p.m. Contact: 845/292-0310 or www.catskillartistsgallery.com.

Roast pork dinner

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Volunteer Fire Department holds a roast pork dinner at their hall in Lords Valley. 4 to 7 p.m. $8. Contact: 570/775-7355.

Roast pork dinner

LORDS VALLEY – The Blooming Grove Township Volunteer Fire Department holds a roast pork dinner from 4 to 7 p.m. at their fire hall in Lords Valley.

Candlelight Christmas concert

PORT JERVIS – The Voices of Peace present a Candlelight Christmas Concert at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 4 p.m. Contact: 570/296-7280.

last stop shop holiday craft boutique

CUDDEBACKVILLE – The Neversink Valley Area Museum hosts it's 10th annual Last Stop Shop Holiday Craft Boutique at their D&H Canal Park Visitor's Center, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/754-8870.

Decorate holiday butterfly tree

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Chapter of the Compassionate Friends decorate the holiday butterfly tree in Court House Lobby, 6:30 p.m.

Drivers safety program – thru November 29

SOUTH FALLSBURG – Sonny Smith, AARP Certified Instructor gives an 8 hour drivers safety course in two 4 hour sessions at the Fallsburg Library, 6 to 10 p.m. Contact: 888/227-7669.

Kiwanis Club Blood Drive

MONTICELLO – The Monticello Kiwanis Club holds a blood drive to benefit the American Red Cross at the Ted Stroebel Neighborhood Facility, 2 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-7050.

Remembrance Tree Decorating

HONESDALE – Sponsored by The Compassionate Friends. County Court House, Court Street, 6:30 p.m.

Book sale

MONTICELLO – The Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County hold their first book sale at their new locatoin, 63 North Street in Monticello, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. $5 a bag. Contact: 845/794-1350.

Proof – thru December 4

EAST STROUDSBURG – A four-character study of the interplay between mathematics, genius, madness and family relationships by playwrite David Auburn presented by the East Stroudsburg University in the Smith-McFarland Theatre, 8 p.m. November 29 through December 1 and December 4 at 2 p.m. $8 general admission, $6 senior citizens and staf, and $4 students. Contact: 570/422-3483.

Personal and business investing

MIDDLETOWN – The Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County Community Campus holds a class, "Personal and Business Investing/Choices to Invest your Capital" as part of their Small Business Managment Series. Contact: 845/344-1234.

Rummage and White Elephant Sale

PORT JERVIS – The First Presbyterian Church of Port Jerivs presents a rummage and white elephant sale November 30, December 1 and 2, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and what is left is free on December 3, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 845/856-1231.

Animal Science Kick-off

LIBERTY – Learn about various animal species and participate in hands-on learning at the 4-H Animal Science Kick-off event at the Cornell Cooperative Extension Building, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/482-5302.

Blood Drive

WILKES BARRE – The American Red Cross will begin taking blood donor appointments on December 1. Anyone at least 17 years old and 110 lbs. can schedule a time to give blood. Contact: 800/GIVE-LIFE.

Piano recital

EAST STROUDSBURG – The Department of Music at East Stroudsburg presents a student piano recital in the Cecilia S. Cohen Recital, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/422-3483.

Santa's toy box – thru December 15

PORT JERVIS – The Port Jervis Physical Therapy and Wellness center participates in Santa's toy box drive for christmas. Bring unwrapped toys to the office and make local children's holiday merry. Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/858-9999.

"It's a Wonderful Life" – thru December 3

TRI VALLEY – Adults $5, students & seniors $3. Tri-Valley Secondary School, 7 p.m., doors open at 6:45 p.m. Contact: Keith 845/985-2296, ext. 5304.

Christmas cookie sale and luncheon

LIBERTY – St. Paul's Lutheran Church holds a Christmas cookie sale and luncheon at their church, 11 a.m. $4.50 for soup and sandwich lunch and dessert.

Conference – thru December 9

MILFORD – "The Impact of Couple and Marital Relationships on Parenting and Child Outcomes" hosted by Penn State Cooperative Extension in Pike County. $20 to attend both days; $15 to attend one day. Pike Co. Administration Bldg, Basement Conference Room, 506 Broad Street, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Register by Nov. 28. Contact: 570/296-3400.

'A Christmas Carol' – thru December 4

MILFORD – Joe Plummer and son perform a holiday reading of "A Christmas Carol" at Grey Towers National Historic Site, on December 3, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and on December 4, 2 p.m. $15 per person. Contact: 570/296-9630.

Christmas fair

ELDRED – The Ladies Auxiliary of the Eldred Congregational Church will hold their Christmas Fair at the Eldred Town Hall, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., $5.50 Contact: 845/557-8285.

Holiday Craft Show

LACKAWAXEN – Snow date Dec. 10. $1 donation. Lackawaxen Twp. Vol. Fire Dept., Route 590, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/685-7330.

Holiday fine arts and crafts fair

GRAHAMSVILLE – The Grahamsville United Methodsit Church Fair and luncheon, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/985-7427.

Santa Express – thru December 11

HAWLEY – Stourbridge Line Rail Excursion, December 3, 4 and 11, departing at 1 p.m. Contact: Wayne County Chamber 570/253-1960.

Spoken word

GRAHAMSVILLE – A read a loud sponsored by the Catskill Reading Society at The Studio, 2 p.m. $10. Contact: 985-2998.

Flint Knapping Demonstration

HONESDALE – Learn how prehistoric people used flint to create axes, knives, scrapers and arrow heads at the Catskill Center for Conservation and Development.

Holiday Horse Show

JEFFERSONVILLE – Visit with the Sullivan County Horse Royalty Queen and enjoy the holiday horse show at Stone Wall Farms, 9 a.m. Contact: 845/482-5302.

Lunch and opera

PARKSVILLE – The Bronx Opera performs at the Dead End Cafe, 12:30 lunch and 2 p.m. performance, $25. Contact: 845/292-0202.

Sundays 4 Singles

DINGMAN'S FERRY – If you are a single adult looking for a fun and social environment, come out with our staff and enjoy PEEC's environment! Walk-and-talk on various trails and encounter nature close up. Bring a bag lunch. Cost $3 members, $5 non-members. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 570/828-2319.

The gift of dance

HONESDALE – The Honesdale dance studio invites you to attend a Holiday Dance Program to benefit the Wayne County Children's Christmas Bureau at the Honesdale High School, 3 p.m. Free admission, donations accepted at the door. A bake sale will take place during the intermission.

Theme tree exhibit

HURLEYVILLE – The Sullivan County Historical Society holds their 19th annual theme tree exhibit and catskill art society winter member show at the Sullivan County Museum, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Contact: 845/434-8044.

Twenty lot stamp auction

MONTICELLO – The final 2005 meeting of the Sullivan County Philatelic Society includes a 20 lot stamp auctoin at the Temple Sholom in Monticello, 1 p.m. Contact: 845/794-2586..

Decorate holday memorial tree

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Chapter of the Compassionate Friends decorate the holiday memorial tree in the chapel of Wayne Memorial Hospital, 6:30 p.m.

Holiday Memory Tree Decorating

HONESDALE – Share an ornament in remembrance of your child; sponsored by The Compassionate Friends. Hospital Chapel, Wayne Memorial Hospital, 2nd floor, 6:30 p.m.

Lifeforce for health

LIBERTY – The Liberty Fitness Center holds a workshop on health, happiness and longevity, 7 to 9 p.m.

Risk management workshkops

MILLBROOK – The New York Sustainable Agriculture Working Groupu and USDA Risk Management Agency hold a risk managment workshop for wome, limited resources, socially disadvantanged and farmers o improve business plans, product development, marketing strategies and access to local markets at the Duchess County CCE, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: 585/271-0194.

Wayne County Council of Republican Women

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Council of Republican Women conduct their monthly meeting on December 5, 2005 at the Honesdale Golf Club, 6 p.m. A christmas party will follow. Bring a wrapped gift with name. Contact: 845/253-1862.

Winter Writing Adventure

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Your homeschooler will have the opportunity to experiment with their creative side and have fun at the same time. Outdoor games, nature readings, creative writing. Pocono Environmental Education Center, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Defensive driving course – thru December 8

MONTICELLO – A six-hour national safety council defensive driving course offered by Sullivan County Community College at the St. John Education Center in Monticello, 5:30 to 9 p.m. $47. Contact: 845/791-4070.

Preschool fun time

FALLSBURG – The Fallsburg Library holds preschool fun time, 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Stampin' up with Gail

FALLSBURG – The Fallsburg Library holds Stampin' up with Gail, 7 p.m.

Breast Cancer Support Group

HONESDALE – The Wayne Unit Breast Cancer Support Group will meet in the second floor board room of the Wayne Memorial Hosptial, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3350.

Chamber meeting and holiday party

MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce holds their annual meeting and holiday party at Mr. Willy's, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. $25 members. The topic will be "Igniting Success: From a small spark comes a great flame." Contact: 845/292-8500.

Labor issues for small businesses

MIDDLETOWN – As part of the Small Business Management Series, "Labor Issues for Small Businesses" will be presented at the Cornell Cooperative Extension, 1 to 4 p.m. $15 per person or $15 per couple. Contact: 845/344-1234.

The Glass Industry

HONESDALE – Guest speakers from the Wayne County Historical Society present "The Glass Industry in Wayne County," wit hDr. Walter Barbe at the Wayne County Public Library, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Classical vocal recital

BLOOMING GROVE – The Leslie Pintchik Trio has a classical vocal recital at the Old Dutch Reformed Church, 2 p.m. $5 donation. Contact: 845/733-2755.

Crafting with Ola

FALLSBURG – The Fallsburg Library holds Crafting with Ola, 6 p.m.

Preschool fun time

FALLSBURG – The Fallsburg Library holds Preschool fun time, 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Stampin' up with Gail

FALLSBURG – The Fallsburg Library holds Stampin' up with Gail, 6 p.m.

7th Annual Hawley Winterfest – thru December 11

HAWLEY – Luncehons, holidays shows at the Ritz Theatre, Stourbridge Line Rail Escursion, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, caroling, and children's activities. Nominal or no charge. Contact: 570/226-3191.

Holiday Membership Party

HAWLEY – Ehrhardt's Waterfront Banquet Center. $39 per person includes cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres, 1-hour open bar, choice of 3 entrees, music and dancing until midnight. Open to Chamber members and their employees. Deadline for reservations is November 29. Contact: 570/226-3191.

Welcome new rabbi

PORT JERVIS – The Temple Beth El in Port Jervis welcomes Rabbi Burton Mindick as it's spiritual leader, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/856-1722.

Adoption information session

NEWBURGH – Family Focus Adoption Services holds an information meeting at 9 Knight's Circle in Newburg, the home of Famly Focus Adoption Services staff member Jack Brennan, 10 a.m. Contact: 845/401-7672.

Art after Dark

MILFORD – Art openings, live music, fine food, shopping and special events will make the streets of Milford come alive at Art after Dark, 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/296-6789.

Christmas fun day

MONTICELLO – Kids Christmas fun day, 9 to 11 a.m. Contact: 729-7011.

Craft fair

WAYMART – Ladore's third annual craft fair at 390 South Street, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vender space available. Contact: 570/488-6129.

Soup-er Chili with Sandwich

COCHECTON CENTER – All-you-can-eat with beverage, adults $7, 10 and under $5, 4 and under free. Cochecton Center Community Center, 3 to 7 p.m. Contact: Sandy 845/252-3634.

Visit Santa Claus

COCHECTON CENTER – Santa claus at Cochecton Center Community Center, 3 to 5 p.m. Bring a camera to take your own pictures.

Annual Candlelight Memorial Service

HONESDALE – Bring a favorite poem, article or photo of your loved one to share with others, sponsored by The Compassionate Friends. Wesley Room, United Mehtodist Church, 7 p.m.

Ballroom dancing

LIBERTY – The Winter series of ballroom dance will be held on Sunday, December 11 at the County Museum in Hurleyville, 2 to 5 p.m. $15 for couples $8 singles, $3 students. Norton and Agi Hyman will present a complimentary dance lesson and refreshments will be served. Contact: 845/292-4312.

Children's Christmas party

ELDRED – The American Legion Post 1363 and Yulan and Highland Fire Departments hold their annual Children's Christmas Party, 2 p.m. Santa will be there with gifts and refreshments. Contact: 845/557-8285.

Children's Christmas party

LAVA – The Lava Volunteer Fire Department holds their annual Children's Christmas Party, 2 to 4 p.m. Santa will be visiting and refreshments will be served. Contact: 845/252-6675.

Holiday Memorial Service

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Chapter of the Compassionate Friends hold a holiday memorial service and candle lighting in the Wesley room of the Central United Methodist Church, 7 p.m.

Joy to the world

BLOOMINGBURG – The Blooming Grove Restoratoin Foundation performs "Joy to the World" at the Old Dutch Reformed Church, 2 p.m. $5 donation. Contact: 845/733-2755.

Sepcial Winterfest Train Excursion

HAWLEY – Stourbridge Line Rail Excursion, Saturday, December 11 at 11:00 a.m. Contact: Wayne County Chamber 570/253-1960.

Smorgasbord

LAKE HUNTINGTON – The Lake Huntington Presbyterian Church hosts a smorgasbord as part of a fundraiser, 1 to 3 p.m. $8 adults, $5 children 5 to 12.

Winter concert

MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Community Chorus puts on a winter concert at the St. John's Episcopal Church, 3 p.m. $10. $8 students and senoirs. Contact: 845.794-7869.

Love Lites Lighting Ceremony

HONESDALE – Sponsor a light in honor or in memory of a loved one. Wayne Memorial Hospital, evergreens in front, 6:30 p.m. Contact: Cathy Howell, 570/253-3777.

Teen advisory group

HONESDALE – The Wayne County public library has their monthly teen advisory meeting for 9th to 12th graders, 4 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Dinner and a movie for teens

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Public Library hosts a movie screening and book discussion with local author Chrisine San Jose, with dinner donated by a local restaurant, 5 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Short story discussion

MONTICELLO – A discussion of Elizabeth Bowen's "Her Table Spread" at great books discussion program at E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. New members welcome. Contact: 845/794-4660.

On your own in New York City bus trip

MILFORD – Christmas shop in New York City on an "on your own" trip with the Pike County Public Library. The bus leaves from the Grand Union parking lot in Milford at 8 a.m. sharp. Passengers will be dropped off at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in mid-Manhattan Pick up will be at 5:30 p.m. $25 includes driver's tip. Contact: 570/296-7884.

Risk Managment for Agricultural Businesses

MIDDLETOWN – As part of the Small Business Management Series, "Risk Managment for Agriculture Businesses" will be presented at the Cornell Cooperative Extension, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $10 per farm. Contact: 845/344-1234.

"The Crossing"

MONTICELLO – Starring Jeff Daniels as Washington, "The Crossing" is a story about General George Washington moved the remnants of his Continental Army across the Delaware River, shown at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 7 p.m.

Insurance networking event

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Larry Miller and Lawrence B. Miller and Associates speak at the third thurday insurance networking event at Kings, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free for members, $10 for non-members. Contact: 845/292-5366.

Community appreciation matinee – thru December 18

CALLICOON – As part of community appreciation the callicoon theater will show Disney's "Valiant," 12:30 p.m. Free admission. Contact: 845/887-4347.

Breakfast with Santa

BEACH LAKE – The Beach Lake Volunteer Fire Company holds breakfast with Santa, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. $7 adults, $3.50 children under 12. Free for children under 5.

Christmas concert

GLEN SPEY – Annual Christmas Concert at the Lumberland Town Hall, 2 p.m. Free admission. Contact: 845/856-7541.

Holiday student concert

MILFORD – The Feigelson Institute for Stings presents a student holiday recital at the First Presbyterian Church, 3 p.m. Free admission and refreshments. Contact: 570/296-7429.

Messiah sing-a-long

BEACH LAKE – A Messiah sing-a-long at the Beach Lake United Methodist Church, 4 p.m. No admission charge. Offering will be taken. Contact: 845/252-3136.

Sunday Funday

MONTICELLO – The Landfield Avenue Synagogue hosts a Sunday Funday for children including pressing olives for oil, menorah making, games and songs, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-8470.

Sunday School Christmas Play and Program

PORT JERVIS – The First Baptist Church holds a Sunday School Christmas Play and program, 4 p.m. Refreshments served afterwords. Contact: 845/856-8122.

Driver safety course – thru December 20

MONTICELLO – Certified Instructor Sonny Smith holds an 8-hour course in two 4-hour sessions at the Fallsburg Library, 6 to 10 p.m. Contact: 888/227-7669.

Workforce Development meeting

LIBERTY – The next meeting of the Workforce Development Board will be at the Rubin Pollack Center at Sullivan County BOCES, 8 a.m. Contact: 845/791-8500 ext. 206.

"Holiday Gathering" Monthly Meeting

HONESDALE – Bring a favorite treat; sponsored by The Compassionate Friends. Board Room, 2nd floor, Wayne Memorial Hospital, 7 p.m.

Assisted Living tree lighting

BETHANY – Bethany Village Assisted Living holds their first Christmas tree lighting and light refreshments, 5:30 p.m. Contact: 570/251-3463.

Business women meeting

WOODBOURNE – The next meeting of the Catskill Mountain Business Professional Women at Nature's Restaurant, 6 p.m. Networking 6:30 p.m. Dinner/Meeting.

Holiday social

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Chapter of the Compassionate Friends hold a holiday social. Bring a favorite treat to share, 7 p.m.

Marketing in 2005

MIDDLETOWN – As part of the Small Business Management Series, "Marketing in 2005" will be presented at the Cornell Cooperative Extension, 1 to 4 p.m. $15 per person or $25 per couple. Contact: 845/344-1234.

Live Nativity Scene

DAMASCUS – The Damascus United Methodist Church is holds a Christmas Canta, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3298.

Live Nativity Scene

DAMASCUS – The Damascus United Methodist Church has a live nativity scene, 5 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3298.

Christmas eve candlelight service

PORT JERVIS – The First Baptist church holds a Christmas eve candlelight service centered around spcial instrumental and vocal music, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/856-8122.

Annual Chanukah dinner

MONTICELLO – A public menorah lighting will take place in front of the courthouse, 5:30 p.m. $15 adults, children under 12, $10. Reservations required. Contact: 845/794-8470.

Public Menorah Lighting

MONTICELLO – A public menorah lighting will take place in front of the courthouse, 4:15 p.m. Contact: 845/794-8470.

Watchnight-get-together

PORT JERVIS – The First Baptist Church holds a watchnight get-together with games, pinatas, movies, food and prayer to welcome the new year, 7 p.m. to 12 midnight. Contact: 845/856-8122.

Guest Artist Residencies – thru April 30

LAYTON – Peters Valley Craft Center will welcome practicing artists for 1 to 3 month residencies. Fee: $500/month. Application deadline: November 30. Contact: 973/948-5200.

Liberty sports registration – thru January 20

LIBERTY – The town of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department holds registration for boys and girls basketball, youth wrestling, indoor soccer, pre-ski, youth karate, family skiing, aerobics, mens and women's indoor volleyball, and mens open gym. Contact: 845/292-7690.

Program registration – thru January 20

LIBERTY – Reigstration for boys' and girls' basketball, youth wrestling, indoor soccer, pre-ski, karate, men's and women's volleyball, and other programs run by the Liberty Parks and Recreation Department. Contact: 854/292-7690.

Thursday programs for adults

SOUTH FALLSBURG – Fallsburg Library presents Chef Marcus Guiliano discussing New Year's Resolutions and nutrition 1 to 2:30 p.m. 845/436-6067.

UDC meeting

NARROWSBURG – Annual meeting of the Upper Delaware Council, 7:30 p.m. at Tusten Town Hall on Bridge Street. New officers will be sworn in; reorganization and status reports discussed. Refreshments after meeting. Contact: 845/252-3022.

First Friday

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce's First Friday at the Liberty Diner, 7:30 to 9 a.m. $10 members, $15 non-members and without reservation.

How a law is created

MONTICELLO – An aide of Congressman Hinchey will walk the audience through the creation of a law in the next meeting of SLAC at the Ted Stroeble Recreation Center in Monticello at 9:30 a.m. THis meeting was postponed from December 16. Contact: 845/292-7965 .

Sportsmen's show – thru January 8

KINGSTON – The 10th annual Keystone Outdoor Sportsmen's Show with the Kingston National Guard Armory. Contact: 386/788-8988.

Bald Eagle field trip

HAWLEY – Annual Bald Eagle Field Trip meets at Dutchess Market, 8:30 a.m. Contact: 570/226-1460.

Eagle watch – thru March 31

LACKAWAXEN – Eagle watch at the Eagle Institute in Lackawaxen at the end of the Roebling Bridge, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/557-6162; 570/658-5960; or www.eagleinstitute.org.

Evening of arts

PORT JERVIS – Trinity Catholic School will present "An Evening of the Arts," 7 p.m. at the Port Jervis High School Auditorium. A variety of local amateur and professional talent will perform. Snow date January 8 at 7 p.m. Contact: 845/856-6868.

'Evening of the arts'

PORT JERVIS – An "Evening of the arts" at the Port Jervis Auditorium to benefit the Trinity Catholic School's building fund, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/856-6868.

Green Party meeting

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Green Party Committee holds it's annual meeting at the Beers Residence on Route 670, 11 a.m. Contact: 570/251-3637.

Guided eagle excursions – thru February 26

LACKAWAXEN – Guided eagle excursions from the Lackawaxen Field Office, 11 a.m.

Ballroom dancing

HURLEYVILLE – The County Museum in Hurleyville holds the next ballroom dance, 2 to 5 p.m. $15 couples, $8 singles, $3 students. Complimentary dance lesson will be given and refreshments will be served. Contact: 845/292-4312.

Ballroom Dancing

HURLEYVILLE – Ballroom dance from 2 to 5 p.m. at the County Museum. Mysic typical of curent dance styles. $15 couple; $8 singles and $3 students. Complementary dance lesson and refreshments. Contact: 845/292-4312.

Custom birdhouse lecture

ELDRED – Tom Holmes, artist and craftsman lectures on custom birdhouses at the Sunshine Free Library, 2 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/557-6258.

Eagle trek

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Travel to Rio Reservoir, the Lackawaxen River, and the Delaware River to view wintering eagles. Dress warmly and bring bagged lunch and binoculars. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., meeting at PEEC. $27 members; $30 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Philatelic society meeting

MONTICELLO – Lewis Kaufman, a stamp dealer and director of the Philatelic Stamp Foundation of New York will be the guest speaker at the philatelic society meeting at the Temple Sholom, 1 p.m. Contact: 845/794-2586.

Adult CPR

HONESDALE – Adult CPR course at the Hawley Fire House, 6 to 10 p.m. Successful participants will be awarded Red Cross completion certificates. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/253-2310 or 296-5229.

Curriculum Night

HONESDALE – Honesdale High School holds its annual Curriculum Night at 7 p.m. in the High School Large Group Room. 570/253-2046.

Curriculum night

HONESDALE – Honesdale High School holds their annual curriculum night in the high school large group room, 7 p.m. Snowdate Jan. 12.

Short Story Discussion

MONTICELLO – "Fair Eckbert" by Ludwig Tieck will be discussed at the next meeting of the great books discussion, E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. New members welcome. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Grant writing

LIBERTY – Seminar on grant writing, sponsored by Sullivan Renaissance, 7:00 p.m. in the CVI Building. Contact: 845-295-2445 .

Empire Zone Breakfast

ROCK HILL – Learn about the new regulations for the Empire Zone in your area at Bernie's Holiday Restaurant in Rock Hill, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Call for registration and cost. Contact: 845/794-1110.

Chili dinner

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS – Warm up with the White Sulphur Springs Fire Department Ladies Auxillary annual chili dinner, 4 to 7 p.m. $6.50 adults, $3 children 5 to 12, kids under 5 free. Take-out available.

Craft hour

HONESDALE – Children's craft hour at the Wayne County Public Library, located at 1406 N. Main Street, at 11 a.m. Ages 3 and up are welcome to attend and no advanced registration is necessary. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Dads and donuts

HONESDALE – Wayne County Public Library's Dads & Donuts program, 10:30 a.m. Dads and their children, ages 3 and up, are invited to attend the book and craft hour, complete with coffee, donuts and juice. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/253-1220.

EagleFest

NARROWSBURG – The Delaware Valley Eagle Alliance sponsors EagleFest in Narrowsburg with live bird demonstrations, guist lectures, films, poster auction and obervation sites, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-6509, 252-7146, www.naturesartllc.com or www.narrowsburg.org.

Financial aid workshop

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Sullivan County Community College hosts a financial aid workshop 10:00 a.m. to noon in the Paul Grossinger Dining Room located in Statler Hall at the SCCC campus. Contact: www.sullivan.suny.edu .

Porcupine lecture

ARKVILLE – Dr. Uldis Roze gives a slide lecture about porcupines at the Catskill Center, 1 p.m. Contact: 845/586-3044.

Winter night hikes

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Walk in the winter woods by the light of the moon at PEEC, 6 to 8 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Snowshoes or boots recommended. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Winter tracking

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn the basics of animal tracking at PEEC. 1 to 4 p.m., $3 members, $5 non-members. Snowshoes or boots recommended. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Eagle trek

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Travel to Rio Reservoir, the Lackawaxen River, and the Delaware River to view wintering eagles. Dress warmly and bring bagged lunch and binoculars. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., meeting at PEEC. $27 members; $30 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Motorcycle art on wood – thru February 15

MILFORD – A display of the works of Dave Applegate, "motorcycle art on wood" at 7th Street Coffee in Milford.

Swing dance extravaganza

LIBERTY – East/West coast swing dance at the Liberty Fitness Center. Complimentary lessons at 2 p.m. Open dance 3 to 5 p.m. All ages welcome. Contact: 845/292-0756.

Tri-state cheer and dance open

VELAWARE VALLEY – The Delaware Valley High School cheerleaders host the Tri-State cheer and dance open with 25 teams and 40 performances, 9 a.m. registration. $8 adults, $5 students, under 5 is free. Contact: 570/296-1850 ext. 7066.

First Aid Basics

HONESDALE – Course on first aid basics at the Hawley Fire House, 6 to 10 p.m. Successful participants will be awarded Red Cross completion certificates. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/253-2310 or 296-5229.

Outdoors day camp

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Day camp at PEEC, "Frozen Fish and Glue Sticks," 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $25/child. Bring bag lunch. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Challenges to health caused by mold

RADIO – A discussion on issues regarding challenges to health caused by mold and ongoing damp indoor air on 90.5 WJFF, 8 p.m. Listen to expert guests on the topic. Contact: 845/482-4141.

'Jewish History: Biblical and Rabbinic'

MONTICELLO – Rabbi Michele Medwin teaches Jewish history at the Temple Sholom, 7 to 8:15 p.m. Contact: 845/794-8731.

Bereaved parents' group

HONESDALE – Meeting of The Compassionate Friends, a support group for bereaved parents. 7 p.m. in the Community Room on the 2nd floor of Wayne Memorial Hospital. "Favorite music night": bring one of your child's favorite pieces of music to share.

Compassionate Friends meeting

HONESDALE – The next meeting of the Compassionate Friends, an international organization offering friendship and understanding to bereaved parents, will be in the new Community Room of the Wayne Memorial Hospital, 7 p.m. Bring your child's favorite CD, cassette or someting that he/she enjoyed to share with the group.

Eagle trek

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Travel to Rio Reservoir, the Lackawaxen River, and the Delaware River to view wintering eagles. Dress warmly and bring bagged lunch and binoculars. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., meeting at PEEC. $27 members; $30 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Yaldeynu our kids

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The next Yaldeynu our kids will be at the Congregation Agudas Achim, 10:30 a.m. Contact: 845/482-9345.

Board of trustees meeting

MONTICELLO – The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library board of trustees hold their meeting, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4600.

Sullivan Hospitality Certification Program

LIBERTY – Come to this unique seminar and give your business an edge by becoming hospitality certified. Cornell Cooperative Extension, Ferndale Loomis Road, 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. RSVP by January 17. Contact: 845/292-8500.

Blood drive

ELDRED – The American Legion Ambulance Service hols a blood drive at their building, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0642 or www.americanlegionambulance.org.

Snowshoe the 'old and weary'

HURLEYVILLE – Join Catskill Center staff and snowshoe down a portion of the old Ontario and Western Railroad. The two mile hike will begin at the municipal parking lot on Main Street in Hurleyville, 11 a.m. A limited number of snowshoes are available. Contact: 845/586-2611.

One-of-a-kind wooden bird houses

ELDRED – Friends of the Sunshine Hall Free Library sponsor a lecture, "One-of-a-kind wooden bird houses" at the library, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/557-6258.

Survival workshop

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Workshop on outdoor survival basics, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. meeting at PEEC. $10 members, $12 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Wayne County Chamber of Commerce meeting

HAWLEY – The annual membership meeting for the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce will be held at Settler's Inn at Bingham Park, 6 p.m. cocktails 7 p.m. dinner. $38 per perosn and cash bar. Contact: 570/253-1960.

Autisim spectrum support group

LIBERTY – Alan Kulchinsky and Dr. Brian K. Mungeer will be the guest speakers at the regular meeting of the autism spectrum support group at Sullivan County BOCES' Rubin Pollack Education Center, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-4042.

Rapunzel's Song – thru May 5

SCRANTON – The world premiere of a rich, witty and intimate play about the quirky and variegated relationship between a musicologist, her childhood self, the piano, her ambitious and charming mother and a blind painter. Northeast Theatre, Hotel Jermyn, second floor. Contact: 570/558-1515.

'Personal Velocity'

PINE BUSH – A viewing of Rebecca Miller's "Personal Velocity," depicting crisis in the lives of three very different women, at the Crawford Library. 7 p.m. Contact: 845/744-3375.

Farm tax workshop

LIBERTY – Workshop featuring revisions in both state and federal tax law, depreciation, bankruptcy and more, at Cornell Cooperative Extension on Ferndale-Loomis Rd. Forms available. Members $7; public $10. Pre-registration required by January 23. Contact: 845/292-6180.

SLAC meeting

MONTICELLO – Dr. Michael B. Friedman addresses members of the Senior Legislative Action Committee (SLAC) at the Legislative Meeting Room of the Sullivan County Government Center, 9:30 a.m.

Frozen falls hike

DINGMAN'S FERRY – View the scenic wateralls surround PEEC, 1 to 4 p.m. Transportation provided. $12 members, $15 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Johan Sellenraad paintings – thru February 17

NARROWSBURG – The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance sponsors an exhibit of John Sellenraad paintings. Gallery hours are Tues. through Sat. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Reception Jan. 28, 2 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/252-7576.

Livingston Manor ice festival – thru January 29

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The Livingston Manor ice festival has been cancled due to weather.

Art classes from LMCS

LIVINGSTON MANOR – A show featuring the students from Livingston Manor Central School displaying a show entitled "Manor Redesigned," a collection of actual buildings in Livingston Manor redone in a particluar well-known artist's style and a mystery photographer showcases a photographic journey through nepal. Contact: 845/439-3300.

Happy Birthday Mr. Grey

LACKAWAXEN – Happy birthday to the "Father of the Western Novel" at the Zane Grey Museum, 12 noon to 4 p.m. Free access to museum. Contact: 570/685-4871.

Ice Tee Golf Tourney & Chili/Wing Cook Off

HAWLEY – Lake Wallenpaupack, alternate date: Sunday, February 26. Contact: 570/226-3191.

Senic Byway meeting

NARROWSBURG – The monthly meeting of the Upper Delaware Scenic Byway Inc. at their office, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Eagle trek

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Travel to Rio Reservoir, the Lackawaxen River and the Delaware River to view wintering eagles. Dress warmly and bring bagged lunch and binoculars. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., meeting at PEEC. $27 members; $30 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Upper Delaware Council meeting

NARROWSBURG – The Upper Delaware Council hold its February meeting at its office, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Chamber of Commerce First Friday Breakfast

MONTICELLO – Sponsored by Sullivan County BOCES. $10 members, $15 non-members. Blue Horizon Diner, Route 42, 7:45 to 9 a.m. Contact: 845/292-8500.

'WinterFest, bluegrass in the burgs' – thru February 5

EAST STROUDSBURG – The Pocono Bluegrass and Folk Society holds a music festival featuring 20 bluegrass and old timey bands, as well as the Pocono Choral Society, at the Elks Lodge, $30 for weekend, $22 Saturday only, $17 Sunday only. Contact: 973/691-8082.

Beginning jewelry

NARROWSBURG – Learn how to make jewelry with Hedy Kuntsmann at the February cabin fever workshop at 4Corners, 1 to 3 p.m. $20 to make a necklace, $25 for necklace and earring set. Contact: 845/252-3688.

Caregivers Valentine's dance

LIBERTY – The Caregivers Resource Center of Sullivan County and the Alzheimer's Associaotn of Hudson Valley present a caregivers Valentine's dance at the Cornell Cooperative Extention office, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 845/292-5250.

Financial aid workshop

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Sullivan County Community College hosts a financial aid workshop, 10:00 a.m. to noon in the Paul Grossinger Dining Room located in Statler Hall at the SCCC campus. Contact: www.sullivan.suny.edu .

'Got maples?'

LIBERTY – Learn how to make maple syrup with the Cornell Cooperative Extension at the J. Skoda Education Building, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $10. Contact: 845/292-6180.

'Inspired and Inspiring' – thru February 10

EAST STROUDSBURG – Two artists influenced by their African American Heritage featured at the Madelon Powers Gallery of the East Stroudsburg University's Fine and Performing Arts Center, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Contact: 570/422-3216.

Jazz festival

LIBERTY – The Liberty Central School Department of Music hosts the 10th annual Liberty Jazz Festival in the middle school gymnasium, 7 p.m. $5 donation for adults, $3 for seniors and students. $20 maximum family cost. Contact: 845/292-5400 ext. 5177 or siegelgar@libertyk12.org.

Meet the inventor of Robo Lifegaurd

PORT JERVIS – Meet the inventor of Robo Lifegaurd, a mechanism that helps rescue victims with little effort on their part at the Fire Factory. Contact: www.robolifegaurd.com.

'My soul is a witness'

MIDDLETOWN – A documentary drama about key people and events of the Civil Rights Movement at Orange County Community College's Orange Hall Theater, 8 p.m. $10 adults, $8 senior citizens and alumni, $4 non-SUNY Orange students and children. Group rates available. Contact: 845/341-4891.

Spaghetti dinner

PORT JERVIS – A benefit for the St. Peter's Choir Camp Fund, eat in or take out at a spaghetti dinner at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 4 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/856-1033.

Super chili sale

PORT JERVIS – The United Methodist Women sponsor a super chili sale at the church, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. $4 per quart. Take-out only. Contact: 845/856-3423.

Chili cook off and sale

PORT JERVIS – The Drew Methodist Church holds a chili cook-off and sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take out only. Contact: 845/856-3831 or 856-3010.

'Musicians of the New York Philharmonic'

EAST STROUDSBURG – Eight musicians with the New York Philharmonic will be featured at the Cecilia S. Cohen Recital Hall at East Stroudsburg University in the second concert of the season, 3 p.m. $20 general admission, $10 students, $5 for ESU students with current ID. Contact: 570/422-3483.

Phiatelic society meeting

MONTICELLO – The next meeting of the Sullivan County Philatelic society with a special slide show program, "A visit to the national postal museum," 1 p.m. Contact: 845/794-2586.

Rummage sale – thru March 2

MONTICELLO – The Landfield Avenue Synagogue will hold a rummage sale on February 5 and 19, March 5 and 26 and April 2, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-8470.

Adult spanish class – thru April 28

HONESDALE – Learn to speak basic spanish, spanish for travel and spanish recipes at an adult spanish class Mondays and Fridays at the Wayne County Public Library with Chella Garry, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. No homework. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Master art class for public

MIDDLETOWN – Aleathia Brown considers her artwork to be her visual voice. She will present a master class for students and the general public at the Orange Hall Gallery at the Orange County Community College, 7:15 p.m. Contact: 845/341-4891.

Monticello advocacy group

MONTICELLO – Dr. Ellen Galligan is the scheduled speaker at the next meeting of the Monticello School/Community Advocary Group at the Robert J. Kaiser Middle School cafeteria, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-6013.

Winter Ecology

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Part of 2006's Home School Adventures, play ouside and then learn about hibernation at PEEC, 6 to 10 year olds. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. $5 members, $7 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Adult CPR class – thru February 21

HONESDALE – The Wayne Pike Chapter of the American Red Cross sponsors an adult CPR class on February 7 and first aid basics on February 21 at the Chamber of Commerce in Honesdale. 6 to 10 p.m. Successful participants will be awarded American Red Cross completion certificates. $25 for one class or $35 for both. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/253-2310 or 570/296-5229.

One-act plays – thru February 12

EAST STROUDSBURG – The Stage II student theatre organization of East Stroudsburg University presents four one-act plays at the Dale Snow Theatre in the University's Fine Arts Center, Feb. 7-11, 8 p.m. Feb. 12, 2 p.m. $8 general admission, $6 seniors, $4 students. Contact: 570/422-3695.

Sullivan West PTSO meeting

JEFFERSONVILLE – The next Sullivan West elementary Parent/Teacher/Student Organization (PTSO) will be held at the Jeffersonville building, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/887-4327.

'Barnegat Birding Trip'

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Join PEEC staff for a winter waterfoul birding field trip to Barnegat Bay, NJ, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. $55 for members, $60 for non-members. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/828-2319.

'Brother from another planet'

PINE BUSH – A viewing of John Sayles' "Brother from another planet," at the Crawford Library. 7 p.m. Contact: 845/744-3375.

Careers without college series

HONESDALE – A new series focusing on career options for people who do not plan to attend college, "Careers without College" at the Wayne County Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Carrers with college

HONESDALE – Learn about careers with college at the Wayne County Public Library, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Exploring evolution

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Sullivan County Community College's Science Alliance talks about 'Evidence for evolution and why creatinism and intelligent design have not place in schience classrooms' at the college's Seelig Theatre, 5 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Merchants & Restaurateurs Expo

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Trade show that will feature latest trends, products and services currently available to help independent businesses grow and create a competitive edge. Registration required. Gerry Field House, Sullivan County Community College, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Contact: 845/292-8500.

Adult Spanish class – thru April 28

HONESDALE – An adult spanish class at the Wayne County Public Library, Mondays and Fridays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

'Feel the Love' poetry reading

MILFORD – A poetry reading all about love. Bring your favorite poems or your own poems to 7th Street Coffee, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/409-0279.

Where Eagles Soar – thru February 12

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Join field leader Fred Weber and track raptors along the Delaware River during winter migration at PEEC. $165 members, $180 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Winterizing birds of the northeast

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Enjoy a buffet dinner followed by a slideshow presentation on "Wintering birdsof the Northeast," at PEEC, 7 to 9 p.m. $15 members, $18 non-members. Preregistration required. Contact: 570/828-2319.

'A Sense of Place' – thru March 5

MILFORD – Learn how to take better photos and hear lectures from photographers at the the gallery in Milford. Selected photos from "A sense of place weekend" will be on display. Contact: 570/296-6789..

'African American Health Fair'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – An all-day event with free health screeings, food, entertainment and give-aways at Sullivan County Community College. Contact: 845/794-3300 ext. 2963.

All you can eat spaghetti dinner

HAWLEY – An all you can eat spaghetti and meatball dinner to benefit the White Mills Volunteer Ambulance, 4 to 7 p.m. $6. Contact: 570/253-3611.

Astronomy movie and pizza

LIVINGSTON MANOR – An IMAX presentation of "Solar Max," a 40-minute giant screen documentary as part of the dinner and a movie series at Morgan Outdoors. Screening accompanied with pizza, salad and drinks, $7 per person or $5 per person for families three or more. Registration required by 12 noon February 11. Contact: 845/439-5507.

'Black History Program'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A 'Black History Program and African American Health Fair' at Sullivan County Community College's Seelig Theatre, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A free event. Contact: 845/794-3300 ext. 2794.

'Catskill Farm' – thru May 6

ARKVILLE – The Catskill Center's Erpf Gallery presents "Catskill Farm," a group show of paintings, watercolors, photos and prints by various artists. Opening reception Feb. 11, 3 to 5 p.m. Contact: 845/586-2611 or www.catskillcenter.org.

'Catskill Fauna' – thru May 6

ARKVILLE – A multi-artist exhibit from different communities throughout the catskills at the Catskill Center's Erpf Gallery. Reception Feb. 11, 3 to 5 p.m. Contact: www.catskillcenter.org.

Eagle trek

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Travel to Rio Reservoir, the Lackawaxen River, and the Delaware River to view wintering eagles. Dress warmly and bring bagged lunch and binoculars. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., meeting at PEEC. $27 members; $30 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Ice fishing contest

HURLEYVILLE – We have ice! The Hurleyville Fire Department and the Town of Fallsburg Youth Commisson hold their 18th annual ice fishing contest on Morningside Lake, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. $5 adults, free for children under 14. Contact: 845/434-3475.

Ice sculptures

HONESDALE – The Greater Honesdale Partnership invites young and old to view five ice sculptures on Honesdale's Main Street. Contact: 570/253-5492.

Interfaith program

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Deepen understanding of respective faiths at "Thinking and working together," at the United Church in Roscoe, 10:30 a.m. Contact: 607/498-5153.

Liberty Aglow breakfast meeting

LIBERTY – The Liberty Aglow Lighthouse for women holds a breakfast meeting at the Glory to God High School, 9 a.m. Contact: 845/439-3794.

Mammals

DINGMAN'S FERRY – An introduction to 57 species, live trapping of small mammals and searching for tracks, dens and other signs at PEEC, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Includes breakfast and lunch with John Serrao. $45 members, $50 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Meet the author

GLEN SPEY – Buddhist nun Gen-la Dekyong will appear at the Borders in Middletown to talk about meditation and answer questions, 2 p.m. Contact: 845/856-9000.

Spaghetti dinner

KAUNEONGA LAKE – the Kauneonga Lake Fire Department holds a spaghetti dinner, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $7 adults, $5 children 6 to 12 and senior citizens, children under 5 eat for free. Contact: 845/583-4700.

Square dance

RILEYVILLE – The Hickory Grange holds a square dance with music proviced by "The Uphill String Band," 7 p.m. Suggested donation $5 per person or $10 per family. Contact: 570/253-3232.

'Thinking and working together' – thru April 22

ROSCOE – The Rockland Area Interfaith Council sponsors a series of dialogues/discussions entitled "Thinking and Working Together," with a spiritual and theological emphasis held alternatively at the United Church in Roscoe and the Agudas Achim Synagogue in Livingston Manor, 10:30 a.m. Feb 11 and 25, March 11 and 25 and April 8 and 22. Contact: 607/498-5153.

Welcome hour

HONESDALE – Invite a neighbor, colleague or friend to tour the Wayne County Public Library and sign up for a card. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Celebrating Christian unity

HONESDALE – An annual ecumentical service of worship celebrating Christian unity in the Wesley Room of the Central United Methodist Church, 4 p.m. Contact: 570/253-6316.

Pancake breakfast

YOUNGSVILLE – The Youngsville Fire Department holds its annual winter pancake breakfast, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. $5 adults, $3 children 5 to 12 years old.

Winter tracking

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn the basics of animal tracking at PEEC. 1 to 4 p.m., $3 members, $5 non-members. Snowshoes or boots recommended. Contact: 570/828-2319.

'An Inconvenient Truth'

NARROWSBURG – Waynepeace sponsors a free screening of the film "An Inconvenient Truth" at the Tusten Branch of the Western Sullivan County Library at 7 p.m.

Full moon valentine ski

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Enjoy an evening of moonlit skiing with your loved one at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 6 to 9 p.m. $18 for friends of PEEC Members and $23 for non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

School-wide fundraiser – thru February 22

SULLIVAN COUNTY – The Sullivan West Parent, Teacher and Student Organization will have a school wide Lavenders Catalog Sale Fundraiser. Six students will have a chance to win a limo ride to a fast food restaurant for lunch if they sell at least 20 items from the catalog. Other prizes, ice cream parties available. Contact: 845/887-4327 or sweptso@yahoo.com.

'Mad Hot Ballroom'

MONTICELLO – A documentary film following 11 year olds in New York City as they learn to dance the meringue, rumba, tang, foxtrot and swing shown at the BOCES auditorium on St. John Street, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-2766.

'The Three Hermits'

MONTICELLO – A discussion of Leo Tolstoy's "The Three Hermits" at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. Story can be found at http://www.hermitary.com/lore/tolstoy.html. New members welcome. Contact: 845/794-4602 or abarrish@rcls.org..

Board workshop

ELDRED – The Eldred Central School District Board of Education holds a board workshop at the Jr./Sr. high school library, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/557-6141.

Professional business women meeting

HARRIS – The Catskill Mountain Business Women meet at the Catskill Regional Medical Center for a dinner meeting, 6 p.m. Reservations required. Contact: 845/434-7221.

'Talk to her'

MIDDLETOWN – A foreign film presented at the Harriman Hall at Orange County Community College, 7:15 p.m. $2 general admission, free for students. Contact: 845/341-4891.

Youth advocacy program

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Read about 40 developmental assets and learn about the research behind it at Sullivan County Community College's Seelig Theatre, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: www.search-institute.org.

Compassionate Friends meeting

HONESDALE – The February meeting of the Compassionate Friends at the board room of the Wayne County Hospital, 7 p.m.

Fire and Ice festival

NARROWSBURG – The Narrowsburg Chamber of Commerce holds the second annual "Fire and Ice" festival and chili tasting event, 3 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-7234.

Lacawac Sanctuary public meeting

HAWLEY – A public meeting to discuss the future of the Lacawac Sanctuary at the Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Library board of trustees meeting

MONTICELLO – The next meeting of the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library board of trustees, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Networking mixer

HURLEYVILLE – Networking mixture featuring D.R. Horton Inc. at Uccelli Restaurant, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free for members, $10 for non-members. Contact: 845/292-8500.

Pottery studio

HURLEYVILLE – work on techniques for hand building, wheel throwing and glazing at the Catskill Art Society, Thursdays 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $20 members $22 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

'talking trash'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Sullivan County Community College's Science Alliance 'talks trash' and about why we should all reduce, re-use and recycle in room B118 of the college, 2:30 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Free youth Valentines dance

NARROWSBURG – The Tusten Youth sponsor a free valentines day dance for grades 5 through 9 at the Tusten Town Hall, 7 to 10 p.m. Contact: 845/252-6852 or 252-3532.

lyceum series

MIDDLETOWN – The Orange County Community College presents musical performances through it's Lyceum series, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/344-4891.

Stories in the snow – thru February 19

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Join expert animal traker James Bruchac for classroom instruction and field trips to identify tracks at PEEC. $184 members, $199 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Beekeeping workshop

HONESDALE – A free three-hour workshop, "Introduction to beekeeping" at the Wayne County Visitors Center, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 570/253-5970 ext. 239.

Heart-A-Thon

RADIO – WSUL holds a heart-a-thon to help raise money to stop heart disease. Accepting contributions. Contact: 845/794-9898.

Indian artifact exhibit

BERWICK – Learn about how indians used different tools and utencils at PPL's exhibit of PA indian artifacts at the information center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/542-2306 or www.pplprojectearth.com.

Lacawac Sanctuary public meeting

HAWLEY – A public meeting to discuss the future of the Lacawac Sanctuary at the Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 10 to 11:30 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Liar contest

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Public Library is sponsoring its first annual liar's contest, 3 p.m. $5 general admission. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Poetry by L. Monique

MONTICELLO – African drumming by Kusar Grace, Sinan Tertemiz and Kevin McDaniel and poetry by L. Monique in celebration of Black History Month at the Read it Again Bookstore, 2 to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/794-1350.

SCCC open house for athletes

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A tour of the campus and an opportunity to speak with coaches at Sullivan County Community College features a special open house for athletes at the campus, 1 p.m. Contact: 845/434-4287.

Sweetheart dinner dance

PORT JERVIS – The Drew United Methodist Church holds a sweetheart dinner dance in their fellowship hall, 6 to 11 p.m. Prime rib or fish dinner. $25 per person. Jackets required for men. Contact: 845/856-1274.

Treasure of watchdog mountain release party

ARKVILLE – Celebrate Alf Ever's birthday at the Catskill Center for Conservation and Development with the launch of a newly revised edition of his pioneering book on ecology for children, "Treasure of Watchdog Mountian," 1 p.m. Contact: 845/586-2611.

WSUL heart-a-thon

HARRIS – The annual WSUL heart-a-thon in the garden level food court at Catskill Regional Medical Center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact: 845/794-9898.

Audition for Lakeside players – thru February 20

HONESDALE – The Lakeside players hold auditions for Neil Simon's "The Odd Couple," needed are four women and two men 30 or older. No experience necessary. Contact: 842-4731.

Ballroom dancing

HURLEYVILLE – The County Museum in Hurleyville holds a ballroom dance, 2 to 5 p.m. $15 for couples, $8 for singles and $3 for students. Complementary lesson included. Contact: 845/292-4312.

Bird count

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – The Lacawac Sanctuary hosts the Great Backyard Bird Count with Pat Walters at the sanctuary, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/689-9494.

Breakfast buffet

ELDRED – All you can eat breakfast buffet to benefit the Democratic Scholarship fund at the Eldred Town Hall, 8 a.m. to 12 noon Contact: 845/557-8027.

Free Fund-Raising banquet

MATAMORAS – If you are interested in learning more about the Young Life Tri-States minstry or were once involved with Younglife as a teenager attend a fund-raising banquet at the Riverview Inn. Contact: 570/409-9226.

Ice Tee Open

HIGHLAND – The Town of Highland Ice Tee Open at the Eldred Preserve. Contact: 845/557-8415.

Pancake breakfast

NARROWSBURG – A pancake breakfast to benefit the St. Francis Xavier youth at the Tusten Town Hall, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

'The black soldier in the civil war'

HONESDALE – Joe Becton's presentation of "The black soldier in the civil war" at the Wayne County Public Library, 2 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Winter walk

BERWICK – A winter walk to investigate buds, bark and fruit-bearing trees with Dr. James Montgomery of the PPL Corporation, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Contact: 570/542-2306.

Hand-built pottery

HURLEYVILLE – work with coil, slab and pinch techniques at the Catskill Art Society, Tuesdays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $20 members $22 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Outdoors day camp

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Day camp at PEEC, "Bird Nest Search," 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $25/child. Bring bag lunch. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Digital photography I – thru March 28

HURLEYVILLE – Digital photography with Richard Reeve at the Catskill Art Society, 6 Tuesdays 1 to 3 p.m. $115 members $130 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Dinner for National Engineers Week

NEW WINDSOR – The members of the Mid-Hudson Technical Societies sponsor a dinner at Anthony's Pier 9 to celebrate National Engineers Week. Reservations due by February 7. Keynot speaker will be Cheryl Massie, P.E. Contact: 845/892-8418.

Eagles among us

HAWLEY – A presentation by Lori McKean, founder and director of the Eagle Institue at the Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Center, 7 p.m.

'Jewish Texts: Torah, Midrash, Talmud'

MONTICELLO – Learn more about Jewish texts, the Torah, Midrash and Talmud with Rabbi Michele Medwin at the Temple Sholom, 7 to 8:15 p.m. Contact: 845/794-8731.

Pottery for children – thru March 28

HURLEYVILLE – Learn and experiment with different techniques, 6 Tuesdays, 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. $105 members, $120 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

'Spellbound'

MONTICELLO – A real-life experience of the National Spelling Bee as seen through the eyes of eight young spellers shown at the BOCES auditorium on St. John Street, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-2766.

Advanced hand building – thru March 29

HURLEYVILLE – Discover your individual approach to clay at the Catskill Art Society, 6 Wednesdays 6 to 8:30 p.m. $130 members $145 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Kids fine art – thru March 29

HURLEYVILLE – Learn traditional fine art in a non-traditional way, for ages 6 to 12. Six Wednesday classes, 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. $105 members, $120 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Kids pottery – thru March 29

HURLEYVILLE – Turn a lump of clay into something to be proud of at the Catskill Art Society, 6 Wednesdays, 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. $105 members $120 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Renaissance kick-off meeting

LIVINGSTON MANOR – Help plan this years Livingston Manor Renaissance at Morgan Outdoor's program room, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/439-5235.

Techniques in oil painting – thru March 29

HURLEYVILLE – Learn the basics of oil painting and explore techniques at the Catskill Art Society, 6 Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. $130 members $145 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Watercolor painting – thru March 29

HURLEYVILLE – Learn traditional botanical drawings and painting techniques at the Catskill Art Society, 6 Wednesdays 1:30 to 4 p.m. $130 members $145 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

"Down by Law"

MONTICELLO – Three unlikely convicts become unlikely comrades in this dark comedy. Set in a surrealistic vision of New Orleans and the bayous of Louisiana. Free & open to the public. Crawford Library, 7:00 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Current events discussion group

HONESDALE – Come participate in the current events discussion group at the Wayne County Public Library, 2 p.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

'Deerpark during the Ice Age'

HUGUENOT – Learn about the the animals that lived in Deerpark during the last Ice Age at the 1863 Huguenot Schoolhouse, 3 p.m. Contact: 845/754-8070.

Digital photography class – thru March 30

HURLEYVILLE – A class for middle and high school students with the Catskill Art Society, Six Thursday classes, 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. $105 members, $120 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Free ice fishing day

NARROWSBURG – The Beaver Brook Rod and Gun Club presents a free day of ice fishing at Lake Labarr in Narrowsburg, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 845/557-3329.

Heart smart workshop

MIDDLETOWN – Orange Regional Medical Center offers a heart smart workshop with Peter Frommer, MD Heart Center at the Horton Campus auditoruim, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 845/342-7197.

Mid-winter warm-up

BARRYVILLE – The Barryville Chamber of Commerce hosts a mid-winter warmup ith guest speaker Aileen Gunther, assemblywoman at the Carriage House, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. $19 in advance, $25 at the door. Contact: www.barryvilleny.com.

Pasta extravaganza

MONTICELLO – Thompson Republicans hold a pasta extravaganza fundraiser at Albella's restaurant, 5 to 7 p.m. $22 per person. Contact: 845/794-7050.

Piano Recital

EAST STROUDSBURG – AnnSue Cavanaugh will be assisted by Audrey Simmons on cello. Open to the public at no cost. Cecilia S. Cohen Recital Hall of East Stroudsburg University's Fine and Performing Arts Center, Normal and Marguerite Streets, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/422-3695.

Portraits in oils – thru March 30

HURLEYVILLE – Paint a portrait from oil at the Catskill Art Society, 6 Thursdays 6 to 8:30 p.m. $130 members $145 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Wayne County Genealogy meeting

HONESDALE – The next meeting of the Wayne County Genealogy in the research library of the Wayne County Historical Society, 4:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-5468.

College entrance exams

HONESDALE – Honesdale High School serves as a testing center for the college entrance exams, SAT's. Registration deadline Feb. 24. Test Date April 1. Contact: 570/253-2046 or www.collegeboard.com..

Green party nominating convention – thru February 26

WILKES BARRE – The nominating convention for the "Green" party at Genetti's Best Western in Wilkes-Barre. Contact: 570/587-3603.

Lackawanna Rails: Women Who Work – thru February 25

SCRANTON – Radio theatre featuring characters inspired by women of the Anthracite Valley who have worked for a living, worked for a cause or simply work as human beings. General admission $15, students $5. Northeast Theatre, Hotel Jermyn, second floor, 8 p.m. Contact: 570/558-1515.

Machine quilting – thru February 26

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Try new threads, designs and tools for machine quilting with Patti Shreiner at PEEC, $155 members, $170 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Pasta night

ELDRED – The Highland Lake Fire Department has a take-out-only pasta night at the Eldred Town Hall, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $7 adults, $4 children.

Rabson performance

ALBANY – Pianist, guitarist and vocalist Ann Rabson performs at the WAMC Performing Arts Studio, 8 p.m. Contact: 518/465-5233 or www.annrabson.com.

SLAC meeting

MONTICELLO – The next meeting of the Senior Legislative Action Committee at the Sullivan County Government Center, 9:30 a.m.

4th Bourbon Street benefit

NARROWSBURG – All proceeds going to individual musicians affected by the Katrina and Rita disasters at Kizmet in Narrowsburg, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-9915.

dads and donuts

HONESDALE – fun storytime and crafts for dads and their children at the Wayne County Public Library, 10:30 a.m. Contact: 570/253-1220.

Digital photography II – thru April 1

HURLEYVILLE – Digital photography II with Richard Reeve at the Catskill Art Society, 6 Tuesdays 1 to 3 p.m. $115 members $130 non-members. Contact: 845/436-4227.

Glass factory tour

PORT JERVIS – A special weekend tour of the Gillinder Glass Factory with special guest artists, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Contact: 845/856-5375.

Tricky Tray

MILFORD – A tricky tray at the Delaware Valley Elementary School to benefit the students in the DVE-TV/News program, doors open 2 p.m. calling 4 p.m.

Wildlife in winter

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Learn about animal tracks and tracking with Alice Smith-Goeke at the Lackawack Sanctuary, 1 to 3 p.m. $3 members $5 non-members. Contact: 570/689-9494 or educator@lacawac.org.

Free dinner

MONTICELLO – Enjoy a free dinner at the Landfield Avenue Synagogue's third annual Thanksgiving in February, 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-8470.

Homeschool Naturalist

LAKE WALLENPAUPACK – Lacawac Sanctuary presents "Tracking and Stalking," next in the Homeschool Naturalist series 10 a.m. to 12 noon for home-schooled children ages 6 to 9. $5 for members, $7 for non-members. Pre-registration is preferred. 570/689-9494.

lecture on dog portraits

ELDRED – Artist Jennifer Finch lectures on dog portraits at the Sunshine Hall Free Library, 2 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/557-6258.

'Mammoth follies'

MIDDLETOWN – A children's theatre performance by the Hudson Vagabond Puppets at the Orange Hall Theatre at Orange County Community College, 2 p.m. $6 adults, $5 senior citizens and alumni and $3 children. Contact: 845/344-2254.

Penny social

HONESDALE – A penny social to benefit the Damascus Equinunk First Response Unit at the Indian Head Camp, 1 p.m. Contact: 570/224-4816.

Summer Camp tours – thru June 7

CLARYVILLE – Free summer camp tours and lunch at Frost Valley YMCA in Claryville on Sunday Feb. 26, March 19, April 23 and May 7. Contact: 845/985-2291 ext. 213.

Swimming at the Villa Roma

CALLICOON – A Cochecton Youth Program presents swimming at the Villa Roma, free to town of Cochecton youth, 3 to 6 p.m. Contact: 845/932-8550.

Kindergarten information night

GLEN SPEY – An information meeting on kindergarten at George Ross Mackenzie Elementary School, 6 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/856-9723.

Poetry out loud

SCRANTON – Learn basics on recitation and performance of poetry from New York poet Ishle Yi Park at the Scranton Cultural Center's Shopland Hall, 10:30 a.m. $10 per person. Contact: 570/328-8658.

Bingo

HONESDALE – Progressive jackpot Bingo every Tuesday at the Texas # 4 Firehall, doors open at 5:30 p.m. Early bird at 7 p.m. Contact: 570/253-0782.

Brokeback mountain

MONTICELLO – A short story by Annie Proulx, "Brokeback Mountain" discussion at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m.

Free Film Screening

MONTICELLO – "Real Women have Curves", Rated PG-13. Discussion to follow. BOCES, St. John Street Education Center Auditorium, St. John Street, 7:00 p.m. Contact: Jan Hirschfeld, 845/794-2766.

Chapel Memorial Service

HONESDALE – In memory of those patients who have died at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Hospital Chapel, 4:00 p.m. Contact: 570-253-8100.

Thursday programs for adults

SOUTH FALLSBURG – Fallsburg Library presents Jay Zeiger to explain and discuss Elder Law. 845/436-6067.

Meeting concerning SPCA

MONTICELLO – An investigation is currently underway regarding the issues and allegations surrounding the Sullivan County SPCA. A meeting do discuss these issues will be held at the Sullivan County Government Center. Contact: 845/583-5025.

UDC meeting

NARROWSBURG – The monthly meeting of the UDC at their office, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/252-3022.

Winter crop meeting

LIBERTY – A discussion of integrated pest managment, corn silage and herbicides at the Cornell Cooperative Extension, 1 to 4 p.m. $10 per member or $12 for non-members. Contact: 845/292-6180.

First Friday

LIBERTY – A networking event at the Liberty Diner, 7:45 to 9 p.m. $10 members, $15 non-members. Contact: 845/292-5366.

Snow Tubing Trip

STROUDSBURG – To Fernwood resort sponsored by Port Jervis Recreation. Contact: www.pjrec.com, 845/858-4045.

Song and Dance Revue – thru March 5

EAST STROUDSBURG – "Another Op'nin, Another Show!" presented by East Stroudsburg University's Music Department in conjunction with the PA Dance Network. March 3-4 at 8:00 p.m. and March 5 at 2:00 p.m. at the university's Abeloff Center for the Performing Arts. General admission $12, senior citizens $10, $5 students/children available in advance or at the door. Contact: 570-422-3483, email: Rita.Plotnicki@po-box.esu.edu.

Bobby Kyle performance

MILFORD – A night of art, history and blues with Bobby Kyle at Konceptual Kreations, 6 p.m. $20 each with proceeds going toward replacing roof of the Columns. Contact: 570/296-8126.

Eldred Little League Sign-up

GLEN SPEY – At Mackenzie Elementary School, 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. After Sunday, March 4 your child/children will be placed on a waiting list. If there is a roster spot available, we will contact you. If your child is placed on a team, the fee will be registration plus $20 late fee. Contact: Sonia Kidney 845/557-3807.

Energy medicine

HONESDALE – Energy medicine at the Himalayan Institue, 2 to 3:30 p.m. $12 or $10 members. Contact: 570/647-1550.

'International Enchantments'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Enjoy a bit of Broadway at SCCC's presentation of "International enchantments, land where the good songs go" in the Seelig Theatre, 8 p.m. $15 or $10 for seniors and students. Contact: 845/434-5750 or www.bwaydirect.com.

Pot Luck Supper

PORT JERVIS – Featuring recipes from the church's cookbook. Cookbooks available for $14.95. First Presbyterian Church, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Contact: 845-856-1231.

Selections from woodturning center

LAYTON – A farewell exhibition of "Outgoing Woodworking Dept. Head Stephan Goetschius," at the second floor gallery of Peters Vally Store and Gallery, 4 to 7 p.m. Contact: 973/948-5202.

Winter tracking

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn the basics of animal tracking at PEEC. 1 to 4 p.m., $3 members, $5 non-members. Snowshoes or boots recommended. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Energy medicine

HONESDALE – Energy medicine at the Himalayan Institue, 2 to 3:30 p.m. $12 or $10 members. Contact: 570/647-1550.

Pike County HIV/Aids awareness day

MILFORD – Raise awareness and educate the community about HIV and AIDS at the Good Sheperd/St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church, 3 to 5 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Contact: 570/296-2827.

Rummage sale – thru April 2

MONTICELLO – The Landfield Avenue Synagogue has a rummage sale for new and gently used items, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-8407.

Animal kingdom

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Part of 2006's Home School Adventures, learn how something gets to the top of the food chain and why there are less predetors than prey at PEEC, 6 to 10 year olds. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. $5 members, $7 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Luncheon meeting

HONESDALE – Charlotte Meyers will present a program at the Wayne Interagency network's monthly luncheon meeting at Cordaros, 11:30 a.m. Contact: 570/729-8685.

Monticello advocates group meeting

MONTICELLO – The next meeting of the Monticello school/community advocates group will be held at the Robert J. Kaiser Middle School cafeteria, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-6013.

Philosophy night

HONESDALE – Philosophy night at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/647-1550.

Cunningham to report on progress

MONTICELLO – Sullivan County Legislative Chairman Christopher Cunningham will present his third state of the County Address in the Legislative Hearing Room of the Government Center, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-3000.

Free Film Screening

MONTICELLO – "Supersize Me", discussion to follow. BOCES, St. John Street Education Center Auditorium, St. John Street, 7:00 p.m. Contact: Jan Herschfeld, 845/794-2766.

Kindergarten registration

SHOHOLA – Registration for Shohola Elementary School's 2006-2007 kindergarten class. Children who will be five years old on or before October 1 are eligible to register. Call for packet. Contact: 570/296-3603.

'Meeting Faith'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A women's view lecture at SCCC presents "Meeting Faith," an evening wiht Faith Adiele at the Seelig Theatre, 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4303.

'Philadelphia Flower Show' bus trip

MIDDLETOWN – Join master gardener volunteers on a trip to honor mother nature at ath Philadelphia Flower Show, $55 cost includes transportation and admission. Meet at the Middletown Commons, 8 a.m. Pre-registration required. Contact: 845/344-1234.

Pocono scout weekend

MONTICELLO – Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Boy Scout Troop # 105, and Minsi Trails Council host the 16th annual Pocono Scout Weekend. Breakfast buffet, special accomodations and discounted lift tickets, lessons and rentals for scouts and their families. Contact: 570/421-7213 ext. 223..

Roundtable discussion

HONESDALE – The Wayne County Library invites individuals and community groups to share ideas on how to accomplish their respective goals, 6 p.m. Contact: 570/251-3637.

What kidney dialysis is really like

PORT JERVIS – Geri Otasevic, registered dietician will be the guest speaker at the diabetes support group at the McAuley Center, 2 p.m. Learn what kidney dialysis is really like and how to avoid facing it in your future. Contact: 570/296-7471.

Bertram book signing

HAWLEY – Former Honesdale resident and author Charles Betram will share his experiences as a writer and sign his book "Chipped beef on toast, SOS" at the Hawley Public Library, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 570/226-4620.

Boy and girl scout open swims

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Practice your swim strokes before summer camp or just enjoy a dip in the pool at PEEC, 7 to 9 p.m. Pre-registration required. Contact: 570/828-2319.

'Divided we fall'

MIDDLETOWN – A foreign film presented at the Harriman Hall at Orange County Community College, 7:15 p.m. $2 general admission, free for students. Contact: 845/341-4891.

Explore history of Wallenpaupack

WALLENPAUPACK – Learn about life in Wallenpaupack centuries ago including construction of Lake Wallenpaupack, indian artifacts, glassmaking and more at the Wallenpaupack Learning Center, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Free. Contact: 570/251-6196.

Linten soup lunch

PORT JERVIS – Reverend Dave Repenning delivers the sermon at the Drew United Methodist Church's lenten soup lunch, 12 noon to 1 p.m. $2 includes soup, bread, beverage and dessert. Contact: 845/856-3423.

"Dreams"

MONTICELLO – Eight separate stories. Do our dreams flow as a narrative, or are they disconnected episodes of imagination? Free & open to the public. Crawford Library, 7:00 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Business Seminar

HONESDALE – Offered by Greater Honesdale Partnership, "Guerilla Marketing: Low Cost, No Cost Marketing" presented by Karen Houshultz. Community Room, Visitors Center, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration required, seating limited. Cost $5 pp members, $15 non-members. Contact: Gail Tucker 570/253-5492.

Seussical the Musical – thru March 12

WEEHAWKEN – The Park Players and Woodrow Wilson Arts Integrated School present "Seussical the Musical" at the Woodrow Wilson School, March 9, 10, and 11 at 7:30 p.m. and March 12 at 3 p.m. $8 for adults, $5 for students. Contact: 201/941-6030.

'Band jam'

FALLSBURG – The Fallsburg High School drama club presents "Band Jam" in the auditorium, 7 p.m. $5 with all proceeds going to the drama club. Contact: 845/434-6800 ext. 312.

Joyful drumming

MILFORD – A free event for men and women at Nervous Nellies Cafe, joyful drumming from 7 to 8 p.m.

Music on main street

HONESDALE – Music on Main Street with Jeff Moore at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/647-1550.

A celebration of horticulture – thru March 14

AUGUSTA – A presentation of horticulture featuring Ken Druse at the Springfest Flower and Garden Show at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Contact: 973/948-9448.

'A season in it's life'

ARKVILLE – A slide lecture at the Catskill Center for Conservation and Development with Pete O'Connor at the Balsam Lake Mountain Fire Tower, 10 a.m. Contact: 845/586-2611.

Adoption information session

WHITE PLAINS – The Independent Adoption Center invites you to attend their upcoming adoption information session in White Plains, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. $75 session fee. Contact: 985/827-2229.

Bowl-a-thon

KIAMESHA LAKE – Hurleyville-Sullivan First will hold a "Bowling for flowers" fundraising event at Kiamesha Lanes at 3:30 p.m. All proceeds will be used to furter beautification efforts in Hurleyville. Contact: 845/434-3904 or 434-4266.

Corned beef and cabbage dinner

YULAN – The Yulan Fire Department holds their annual corned beef and cabbage dinner at the fire house, 5 to 8 p.m. $9 adults, $4.50 children under 12. Contact: 845/557-8394.

Corned Beef and Cabbage Supper

NORTH BRANCH – Adults & take out $8.50, children under 10 $5. Grace Lutheran Church, 4:30 to 7:00 p.m.

'If we had no moon'

LIVINGSTON MANOR – The Discovery Channels "If we had no moon," to be shown at Morgan Outdoors with pizza and salad, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Movie followed with lunar viewing at Livingston Manor's covered bridge, 8 p.m. $7 for dinner and film or $5 for club members and families of three or more. Contact: 845/439-5507.

Liberty Aglow Meeting

LIBERTY – Highlights from Aglow's 2005 Worldwide Conference in Nashville will be the focus. Reservations required. Glory to God High School, Route 52, 9:00 a.m. Contact: Barbara 845/439-3794, Mary Ellen 570/729-7818.

Open House

NEWBURGH – Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties invite the general public to the new Kaplan Family Hospice residence, 1 Sunrise Lane, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Contact: 845/561-6111, www.hospiceoforange.com.

Pancake breakfast

JEFFERSONVILLE – The Glory to God Christian High School hosts a pancake breakfast at the Jeffersonville Presbyterian Church, 9 to 11 a.m. $7 per adult $4 per child ages 6 to 12. Contact: 845/292-7887.

Pilates

HONESDALE – Pilates on the foam roller at the Himalayan Institute, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Contact: 570/647-1550.

Square dance

RILEYVILLE – A square dance at the Hickory Grange with music provided by "The Uphill String Band," 7 p.m. $5 person or $10 per family. Contact: 570/253-3232.

'The secret lives of salamanders'

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Enjoy a buffet dinner followed by a slideshow presentation on "The secret lives of salamanders," at PEEC, 7 to 9 p.m. $15 members, $18 non-members. Preregistration required. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Ballroom dancing

HURLEYVILLE – The final dance in this year's ballroom dance series at the County Museum, 2 to 5 p.m. $15 per couple $8 single $3 students. Contact: 845/292-4312.

Children's Purim Extravaganza

MONTICELLO – Games, purim shpiel, face painting, and more at the Children's Purim Extravaganza at the Landfield Ave. Synagogue, 12:30 to 2 p.m. Contact: 845/794-8470.

Create your own mala

HONESDALE – Create your own Mala at the Himalayan Institute, 2 to 4 p.m. $46 or $43 members. Contact: 570/647-1550.

Harness Racing Museum

MONTICELLO – Enjoy soda bread, tea, and half price admission for adults and children to the Harness Racing Museum and Hall of Fame, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 845/294-6330.

National Child & Adult Care Food Program week – thru March 18

LIBERTY – The Sullivan County Child Care Council CACFP Program will be providing participating child care providers with activities to promote good eating habits. Providers will receive a booklet of information that contains menu suggestions, recipes, items to color, physical activities to do with children and information providers can share with parents. Contact: Aimee Pittaluga, 845/292-7166.

worship and fellowship

HONESDALE – The Honesdale Ministerium will host a second workshop and fellowship evening in their series in the First Baptist Church in Honesdale with the Reverend Martin M. Boylan, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/729-8685.

Blood drive

HAWLEY – Bloodmobile at Woodloch pines, 1 to 6 p.m. Contact: 570/253-2310.

Crystal Run dinner dance

MIDDLETOWN – Crystal Run Village Foundation holds their 17th annual dinner dance and live orchestra at Kuhl's Highland House, 6 p.m. $70 per person. Contact: 845/695-2552.

Deadline for free business listing

HAWLEY – Recieve a free business listing in the 2006 "Touring the Lake Region" brochure when you join the Hawley-Lake Wallenpaupack Chamber of Commerce. Deadline for inclusion is Monday, March 13. Contact: 570/226-3191 or hlwchmbr@ptd.net.

Open House

NEWBURGH – Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties invite the general public to the new Kaplan Family Hospice residence, 1 Sunrise Lane, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Pavilion rental registration

LIBERTY – The Town of Liberty Parks and Recreation department starts pavillion rental registration. Contact: 845/292-7690.

yoga

HONESDALE – Yoga Intensive at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7:30 p.m. $10 members. Contact: 570/647-1550.

yoga

HONESDALE – Shari Friedrichsen, a nationally known yoga instructor will teach a special class at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7:30 p.m. $12 or $10 for members. Contact: 570/647-1550 ext. 3403.

AARP driver safety – thru March 16

WURTSBORO – An 8-hour AARP driver saftey course in two 4-hour sessions with Rosemarie Amann, an AARP Certified Instructor, at the Mamakating Town Hall, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 733-1245.

Blood drive

HONESDALE – Bloodmobile at the Lemnitzer Armory, 1 to 6 p.m. Contact: 570/253-2310.

'Cabin Fever Film Festival'

MONTICELLO – A free viewing of "Lackawanna Blues" at the 2006 Monticello Cabin Fever Film Festival at BOCES in Monticello, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-2766.

'Casinos and you'

GOSHEN – An informational forum on how even one proposed casino in the Catskills could affect traffic in Orange County at the Harness Racing Museum, 7 p.m. Contact: 212/203-2921 or suzannemsawyer@msn.com.

Free Film Screening

MONTICELLO – "Lackawanna Blues", discussion to follow. BOCES, St. John Street Education Center Auditorium, St. John Street, 7:00 p.m. Contact: Jan Herschfeld, 845/794-2766.

Gorest Glen Estates public hearing

WILKES BARRE – The DEP will hold a public hearing to accept comment on a national pollution discharge elimination system permit application submitted by Forest Glen Estates, LLC of Brooklyn at the Delaware Township Building, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/826-2511.

'The Tree of Knowledge'

MONTICELLO – Henry James' short story, "The Tree of Knowledge," to be discussed at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4206.

Winter night hikes

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Walk in the winter woods by the light of the moon at PEEC, 6 to 8 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. Snowshoes or boots recommended. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Compassionate Friends meeting

HONESDALE – An international self-help organization offering friendship and understanding to bereaved parents will meet in the David Katz Conference Center of the Wayne Memorial Hospital, 7 p.m. Topic will be "Journey through grief."

Invasive species conference

SHIPPENSBURG – Learn about invasive species at the 17th annual environmental issues conference at Shippensburg University, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact: 717/486-3779.

'Irish Language and Culture'

NARROWSBURG – Danny Sheehy, a poet, historian and boat builder talks about the Irish language and culture at the Glorai Krause Recital Hall, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/252-7506.

'Journey through grief'

HONESDALE – The Compassionate Friends, an international organization for beraved parents, will meet at the David Katz Conference Center at Wayne Memorial Hospital to discuss "Journey through grief," 7 p.m.

Keystone Cabaret – thru March 17

MATAMORAS – "A Salute to St. Patrick", $39 pp. Best Western at Hunt's Landing, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Contact: 570/491-2400.

Linten soup lunch

PORT JERVIS – Reverend August A. Ricciardi delivers the sermon at the Drew United Methodist Church's lenten soup lunch, 12 noon to 1 p.m. $2 includes soup, bread, beverage and dessert. Contact: 845/856-3423.

Medicine disease treatment field meeting

SWAN LAKE – Learn propper procedures and techniques to care for common cattle health problems sponsored by the Cornell Cooperative Extension at the David Weiss Dairy Farm, 10:45 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact: 845/292-6180.

Professional business women meeting

MONTICELLO – The next meeting of the Catskill Mountain Business Professional Women at Big Willy's , 6 p.m. dinner at 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/434-7221.

'Run Lola Run'

MIDDLETOWN – A foreign film presented at the Harriman Hall at Orange County Community College, 7:15 p.m. $2 general admission, free for students. Contact: 845/341-4891.

Veterans benefits help

MATAMORAS – A representative from the Governor's Veterans Outreach and Assistance Center will be at the Westfall Township Municipal Building to help individuals with questions about veterans benefits, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact: 570/654-9589 or 800/432-9735.

Chamber of Commerce meeting

MONTICELLO – The March meeting of the Chamber of Commerce will be held at Mr. Willy's, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free to members, $10 non-members. Contact: 845/292-8500.

Grant presentation

MARSHALLS CREEK – State Rep. John Siptroth congratulates municipal leaders as the town's selection for a $500,000 grant in funding from the state's Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 717/783-7895.

Juried student art exhibit – thru April 22

EAST STROUDSBURG – The Madelon Powers Gallery of East Stroudsburg University hosts an art association juried student art exhibit, $300 first place, $200 second place, $100 third place, $20 each honorable mention in the gallery, 6 to 8 p.m. Contact: 570/422-3645.

Small business day

MONTICELLO – The third Thursday networking mixer featuringi J. Robert Folchetti and Asso., at Mr. Willy's, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Free for members, $10 non-members. Contact: 845/292-5366.

Sustainable water resources management

GARRISON – A workshop on design and planning strategies for long-term protection of water quality, graoundwater, streams and wetlands at the Garrison Institue, 1 to 5:30 p.m. Contact: 845/534-5622.

AARP driver safety

WURTSBORO – An 8-hour AARP driver saftey course with Robert Ehrhardt, an AARP Certified Instructor, at the Ellenville Public Library, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. $10. Contact: 845/647-5935.

AARP driver safety

WURTSBORO – An 8-hour AARP driver saftey course with Richard Morey, an AARP Certified Instructor, at the Bethel Senior Center, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10. Contact: 845/583-6347.

An Evening of Irish Music

LIBERTY – Free admission, offering will be taken. Liberty Free Methodist Church, 7:00 p.m. Contact: 845/292-2224.

Bead and wire wrapped earing workshop

NARROWSBURG – Work with czech glass or gemstones and wire to learn the basic of wire wrapping at the 4Corners Cabin Fever Workshop, 1 to 3 p.m. $20. Contact: 845/252-3688.

Brainwaves and meditation

HONESDALE – The science of awakening your mind at the Himalayan Institute, 2 to 4 p.m. $16 members. Contact: 570/647-1550.

Contra dancing

CALLICOON – Enjoy contra dancing with the local river band, "It Couldn't Hoit" at the Delaware Youth Center, 7 to 10 p.m. $5 adults, $3 students and seniors, $10 family.

Contra dancing

CALLICOON – Enjoy contra dancing with music by local band "It Couldn't Hoit" at the Delaware Youth Center, 7 to 10 p.m. $5 adults, seniors and students $3, families, $10.

Dramatic workshop auditions – thru March 19

HURLEYVILLE – Auditions for four plays put on by the Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop will be held at the Sullivan County Museum, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 845/434-7232.

Relax and breathe

HONESDALE – Relax and breathe at the Himalayan Institute, 12 to 1:30 p.m. $10 members. Contact: 570/647-1550.

Spaghetti dinner

BRODHEADSVILLE – Save-A-Dog, Inc. holds a spaghetti dinner at the Chestnuthill Park Building to raise funds for the shelter, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. $7 for adults, $3 for kids. Contact: 570/381-7960.

Spaghetti dinner

BRODHEADSVILLE – Save-A-Dog, Inc. a local non-profit humane society will host a spaghetti dinner at the Chestnuthill park building, $7 adults, $3 kids 6 to 10, $1 for children under 5. Contact: 570/992-7480.

Woman's collective

MILFORD – A free lecture, "Women's bodies, women's wisdom: A holistic approach to menopause" at Nervous Nellie's Cafe, 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Chess club

HONESDALE – Chess club at the Himalayan Institute, 1 to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/647-1550.

Iraq war commemoration

HONESDALE – A public ceremony to commemorate the 2,500 American casualties of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq will be held in Central Park, 12 noon. Contact: 570/251-3637.

Maple farm tour

DELANCEY – Tom Kaufman, owner and operator of the Catskill Mountain Maple Farm hosts a tour of his farm, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact: 845/586-2611.

Salamander and Vernal pool conservation

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn what makes sites valuable to salamanders and how to help save the amphibians locally at PEEC, 1 to 4 p.m. $5 members, $8 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Healthy living – thru April 24

HONESDALE – Holistic physician Carrie Demers, M.D., facilitates a free healthy living lecture series Monday nights at the Himalayan Institure. Contact: 570/647-1550 ext. 3403.

Healthy living

HONESDALE – A six week Monday night series on healthy living with Carrie Demers at the Himalayan Institute, 5 to 6 p.m. Contact: 570/647-1550.

Open mic poetry

LOCH SHELDRAKE – Open mic session "Polar Opposites," 7 p.m. at Sullivan County Community College's Student Union in Statler Hall. Free and open to public. Contact: 845/434-5750.

Philosophy night

HONESDALE – Philosophy night with David Wolf at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Contact: 570/647-1550.

ProFIA meeting

HONESDALE – The regular meeting of the Professional Forest Industry Association will be held downstairs at Cordaro's, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/226-5000.

Roast beef dinner

PORT JERVIS – A roast beef dinner at the Drew United Methodist Church, 4:30 to 7 p.m. $9 adults, under age 10 $5. Contact: 845/856-3423.

Women's belly dancing

HONESDALE – Women's belly dancing at the Himalayan Institute, 6 to 7:30 p.m. First class free, single class $13 or $10 member. Five classes $55 or $45 members. Contact: 570/647-1550.

BOCES Audit committee

LIBERTY – The Sullivan County Board of Cooperative Educaitonal Services holds their audit committee meeting in the BOCES Administrative Building Board Room, 5 p.m. Contact: 845/295-4016.

BOCES board meeting

LIBERTY – Sullivan County Board of Cooperative Educational Services holds it's regular board of education meeting at the Administration Building Board Room, 6:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-4011.

Cooking for crowds

SHOHOLA – A volunteers guide to safe food handling offered by the Penn State extension at the Shohola Firehouse, 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 570/296-3406.

Free Film Screening

MONTICELLO – "The Motorcycle Diaries", discussion to follow. BOCES, St. John Street Education Center Auditorium, St. John Street, 7:00 p.m. Contact: Jan Herschfeld, 845/794-2766.

Lackawaxen River conservancy meeting

HAWLEY – Meeting of the Lackawaxen River Conservancy to learn about the Delaware Forest District at the Lake Wallenpaupack Environmental Education Center, 7 p.m. Contact: www.lackawaxenriver.org.

'Motorcycle Diaries'

MONTICELLO – A free screening of "Motorcycle Diaries" as part of the Cabin Fever Film Festival in spanish with English subtitles at the literacy center. Contact: 845/794-2766.

Autisim spectrum support group

LIBERTY – The Autisim Spectrum Group holds their regular meeting at BOCES Rubin Pollack Education Center, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Contact: 845/295-4042.

Breast cancer support group

HONESDALE – The next meeting of the Wayne unit of the breast cancer support group at the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/253-3350.

'Hiding and seeking'

LOCH SHELDRAKE – A levitas lecture and viewing of "Hiding and Seeking" in Sullivan County Community College's Seelig Threatre, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/434-5750 ext. 4292.

Linten soup lunch

PORT JERVIS – Reverend David Schools delivers the sermon at the Drew United Methodist Church's lenten soup lunch, 12 noon to 1 p.m. $2 includes soup, bread, beverage and dessert. Contact: 845/856-3423.

Retired public employees meeting

LIBERTY – The Mid Hudson West Chapter Retired Public Employees Assocation holds a general meeting/luncehon at Alberts, 11 a.m. $17. Contact: 845/339-5279.

"The Unbelievable Truth"

MONTICELLO – An early film about murder, repentance, sexual awakening, male violence and other unimportant human events. Free & open to the public. Crawford Library, 7:00 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Benefit concert

EAST STROUDSBURG – Pianist Nancy Boston presents "American Women: Modern voices in piano music" at the university's Cecilia S. Cohen recital hall to benefit East Stroudsburg University's Charter Chamber Music Series, 7:30 p.m. Contact: 570/422-3695.

Board of trustees meeting

MONTICELLO – The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library will hold their board of trustees meeting at the library, 6 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Daffodil days campaign – thru March 26

PIKE COUNTY – Daffodils are a symbol of hope for curing cancer. Buy 10 freshly cut daffodils for a $7 donation to the American Cancer Society. At participating K-Marts, Wal-Marts, GU Markets and banks in Milford and Matamoras. Contact: 570/227-5445.

Hospitality certification seminars

LIBERTY – A Sullivan Hospitality Certification seminar at the Old Monticello Middle School, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Contact: 845/292-8500 ext. 303.

Pike County Democratic Committee meeting

LORDS VALLEY – All Democrats are invited to the Laurel Ridge Restaurant, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/676-4709.

'The Unbelievable Truth'

MONTICELLO – The Crawford Library Film Festival shows Hal Hartley's 'The Unbelievable Truth' at the Literacy Center, 7 p.m. Contact: 845/794-4660.

Business blender

PORT JERVIS – The Tri-State Chamber of Commerce and Orange County Chamber of Commerce present a St. Patrick's Day business blender at the Cornucopia Restaurant, 5:30 to 11 p.m. Free admission. Contact: 845/856-6694.

Cinderella – thru March 25

FALLSBURG – The Fallsburg High School Drama Club presents Rogers and Hammerstein's Cinderella with a live 21 piece orchestra at the high school auditorium, 7:30 p.m. $5 students and seniors, $8 aduilts, five and under free. Contact: 845/434-6800.

'Gimmie shelter' seminar

HONESDALE – A seminar for all groups in Wayne and Pike County interested in partnering wit hthe Red Cross during a mass evacuation disaster at Erhards Waterfront Restaurant, 8 a.m. Breakfast will be served. Contact: 570/253-2310.

Hudson Valley Economic Summit

MIDDLETOWN – SUNY Orange, 7:45 p.m. Contact: 845/856-6694.

Penny social

HORTONVILLE – The Hortonville Presbyterian Church holds a penny social to benefit local charities at the Hortonville Firehouse, doors open 6:30 p.m. calling at 7:30 p.m.

Penny social

BEACH LAKE – Beat the winter blahs with a penny social put on by the youth of the Beach Lake United Methodist Church. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit the youth group and a two alumni members, Kimberly and Jessica Weyandt on their mission trip to China. Contact: 570/729-7011.

Reader's weekend – thru March 26

NEW PALTZ – A Reader's Weekend at Mohonk Mountian House with Host Susan Avery and authors Laura Shaine Cunningham, John Darton, Gail Godwin Francisco Goldman and Valerie Martin. Contact: 845/256-2731.

Saxophone Quartet

EAST STROUDSBURG – The United States Military Band at West Poin, the West Point Saxophone Quartet, and the Academy Woodwind Quintet perform at the Cecilia S. COhen Recital Hall at East Stroudsburg, 7 p.m. Contact: 570/422-3695.

'The Passion According to G.H.' – thru March 25

HIGHLAND LAKE – A visual and philosphical journey into an explosive moment in a woman's life, an unexpected encounter with a cockroach as performed by Tannis Kowalchuck at the NACL, 8 p.m. Contact: 845/557-0694.

'Who gives a hoot' – thru March 25

MILFORD – A weekend workshop with owl expert John Benzinger at the Pocono Environmental Education Center, $115 members, $125 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Who gives a hoot? – thru March 25

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Learn about different species of owls and their unique adaptions with John Benzinger at PEEC. Program includes Friday lodging and three meals, $115 members, $125 non-members. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Basha Kill Eage Watch Training

WURTSBORO – Learn about bald eagle biology and the Basha Kill ecosystem to volunteer with Eagle Watch program in spring. 888 South Road, 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Contact: Denise Frangipane 845/583-5477.

Boy scout badge festival

DINGMAN'S FERRY – Interactive stations, exhibits and presentations that focus on all things relating to watersheds and water quality, 1 to 4 p.m. Contact: 570/828-2319.

Eagle watch training

WURTSBORO – Learn about bald eagle biology and the Basha Kill ecosystem at 888 South Road so you can volunteer with our eagle watch program this spring, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact: 845/583-5477.

First aid basics – thru March 26

HONESDALE – The Wayne Pike Chapter of the American Red Cross sponsors Adult CPR and First Aid Basics certification at the Westfall Fire House, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days. Contact: 570/253-2310.

Glass Factory Special Weekend Tour

PORT JERVIS – With special guest artists. Gillinder Glass Facotry, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Contact: 845/856-5375, www.gilinderglassstore.com.

Search for signs of spring

BERWICK – A spring walk through the PPL's wetlands nature area, 1:30 to 3 p.m. Contact: www.pplprojectearth.com.

Suicide prevention benefit

STROUDSBURG – The Forwardian Arts Society presents a benefit for suicide prevention at the Sherman Theater and Center for Performing Arts. Contact: 570/420-2808.

Support our troops

ELDRED – A dance party with DJ Joey C to support our troops at the Eldred Preserve, 7 to 11 p.m. $10 in advance, $12 at the door. Contact: 845/252-7414 or 845/791-5656.

Swing into spring gala

NEW WINDSOR – Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties invites you to join them at their "Swing into Spring Gala" at Anthony's Pier 9 restaurant, 6 to 11 p.m. $150 per person.

Van Waner performance

BERWICK – Singer-songwriter Van Wagner celebrates his coal-mining heritage at the Susquehanna Energy Information Center, 7 to 8 p.m. Contact: www.pplprojectearth.com.

Boating safety class

HAWLEY – The Pennsylvania fish and boat commission presents a boating safety class at the PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The course is required for all operators of personal watercrafts. Contact: 570/253-7076.

Breakfast and learning – thru April 2

MONTICELLO – The Landfield Avenue Synagogue presents a breakfast and learning program, 10 a.m. to 12 noon. No charge. Contact: 845/794-8470.

'Irish Literacy Festival'

NARROWSBURG – The conclusion of the Irish Literacy Festial with Author Malachy McCouirt at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, 2 p.m. $3. Contact: 845/252-7576.

Lecture on driftwood horse sculptures

ELDRED – Rita Dee gives a lecture on driftwood horse sculptures at the Sunshine Hall Free Library, 2 to 4 p.m. Contact: 845/557-6258.

Prayers for world peace

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