The Penn State Extension hosts Kinship Family Retreat on Saturday, October. 22, 2022 from 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM at Mahaffey Camp & Conference Center 1559 Mahaffey Grampian Hwy. Mahaffey, PA.

The retreat is designed for grandparents and other relatives raising children and youth age 4 and above to spend quality time together and to identify and build upon their strengths through participation in a series of shared educational and recreational activities.

To register https://extension.psu.edu

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a series of 6 painting workshops:  The Color Wheel on Wednesdays at 4:00 beginning on November 16.  Participants are invited to play with paint while discovering the emotions and science of color.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

Theatre on the Road presents its 23rd annual interactive, dinner theater version of Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Beekman Arms in Rhinebeck on Wednesday, December 7th at 7 pm and Wednesday, December 14th at 7 pm.

This production is a tribute to the spirit of a traditional holiday. Audience members are encouraged to interact with the Dickens’ characters, as they settle in for a fine dinner and evening of celebration. Adapted from Charles Dickens’ classic, the script was written by Frank and Kristen Marquette, and she is also providing her handmade costumes. This is the 23rd season the Marquette’s version of A Christmas Carol is being produced.

For more information – http://www.murdercafe.net or call 845-876-7077 ext. 361.

Formal public hearings about the proposed 2023 Sullivan County Budget have been set for December 6 at 5 p.m. and December 8 at 11 a.m. in the Hearing Room of the Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello. Written comment is being accepted by Clerk of the Legislature.

For more information – https://sullivanny.us/

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 8 at noon, it’s the Livingston Manor Choir and Band.

For more information, sullivanny.us/

The Sullivan County Department of Social Services will hold an informational meeting about ways to take part in the Foster Families Program on Thursday, December 8th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Liberty.

For information, go to www.sullivanny.us

The Sullivan County Museum in Hurleyville, NY hosts a lecture and concert on Friday afternoon, December 9.

The Cook Society will present a talk about Dr. Fredrick Cook’s famous arctic Belgica Expedition, followed by a musical performance by Little Sparrow and special guest Van Manakas.

The concert and talk will be held from noon to 2 p.m., but doors open at 11 for lunch and a chance to view Dr. Cook’s polar photography in the auditorium. For more information, scnyhistory.org

.

Santa visits the Hurleyville Arts Center at Gallery 222 on Main Street in Hurleyville on Friday, December 9 from 3 to 6 p.m. There will be photo ops with Santa and crafts for children.

For more information, go to hurleyvilleartscentre.org

The United Methodist Church of Beach Lake holds a live nativity from 7-8pm on Friday December 9 and Saturday December 10.

For more information, beachlakeumc.susumc.org

The Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre presents the film “Elf”at HPAC’s cinema on Friday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m.

For more information, go to hurleyvilleartscentre.org

Callicoon’s Dickens on the Delaware festival takes place on December 10 from 12 – 6 pm throughout the community.  For more information, go to the Dickens-on-the-Delaware facebook page

The Western Sullivan Public Library holds its Holiday Book Sale December 10 to 17 during library hours at the Jeffersonville branch.  For more information, go to wsplonline.org

Unison Arts Center’s 31st Annual Craft, Art and Design Fair will be held on December 10th & 11th from 10am-5pm. at  the gallery & theater space at 68 Mountain Rest Rd. in New Paltz, NY.

For more information, unisonarts.org

Unison Arts Center’s 31st Annual Craft, Art and Design Fair will be held on December 10th & 11th from 10am-5pm. at  the gallery & theater space at 68 Mountain Rest Rd. in New Paltz, NY.

For more information, unisonarts.org

Delaware Highlands Conservancy announces winter 2023 Eagle Watch Volunteer Training Days on Saturday, 10 from 10am-12pm at the Highlights Foundation Retreat Center in Boyds Mills, PA.

The Conservancy’s winter Eagle Watch program runs on weekends through February. Volunteers cover morning or afternoon shifts at the Eagle Observation Areas located throughout the Upper Delaware River region

For more information and registration – delawarehighlands.org

Christmas in the Village in Bethany will be December 10th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bethany Public Library at 8 Court Street. Enjoy
music, crafts, and refreshments all day for the entire family. The Honesdale High School Choir performance begins at 11 am with Christmas sing-a-longs, raffles, and more activities to follow.

Santa visits the Hurleyville Arts Center at Gallery 222 on Main Street in Hurleyville on Saturday, December 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be photo ops with Santa and crafts for children.

For more information, go to hurleyvilleartscentre.org

The Sullivan County Chamber Orchestra holds a Nutcracker Party at the Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre on December 10th at 2 and 7pm. SCCO will perform a chamber orchestra arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s iconic “Nutcracker”.  Joining the SCCO will be select Nesin Cultural
Arts (NCA) students from the Fine and Performing Arts Programs and Aspiring Young Musicians Orchestra. The students will enhance the holiday tale with original narration, choreography, and music.

Seating is limited.  For more information, go to nesinculturalarts.org

The United Methodist Church of Beach Lake holds a live nativity from 7-8pm on Friday December 9 and Saturday December 10.

For more information, beachlakeumc.susumc.org

FolkZINGER Christine Lavin with special guest Tina Ross return to RiverVibes at The Cooperage in Honesdale on Saturday, Dec. 10th for a 7:30 concert.  Tickets are available at thecooperageproject.org/performances or email rivervibes@thecooperageproject.org for more information.

Santa visits the Hurleyville Arts Center at Gallery 222 on Main Street in Hurleyville on Sunday, December 12 from noon to 4 p.m.

There will be photo ops with Santa and crafts for children.

For more information, go to hurleyvilleartscentre.org

Newburgh’s Candlelight Tour of historic homes and buildings takes place on Sunday, December 11, 2022 from 12-5 pm.  The tour includes historic homes, churches, and buildings in and around Newburgh.

For information on the tour and tickets, go to newburghhistocialsociety.com

The Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre presents the film “Elf” at HPAC’s cinema on Sunday, December 11 at 2:00 p.m.

For more information, go to hurleyvilleartscentre.org

Hudson Valley Community Dances holds its Holiday Dance Party on Sunday, December 11 from 3-6pm.  Music is by La Familia Swingin’ Blues Band and a beginners lesson takes place from 3-3:30.  The venue is Arlington Reformed Church in Poughkeepsie.

Those planning to attend are asked to do a rapid Covid test in advance.  For more information, hudsonvalleydance.org

The public is invited to attend.

The Pennsylvania Forest Service presents a webinar “The History of Pennsylvania’s Forests” on Tuesday December 13  at 12 and 7 PM.

Explore the ins and outs of the ecological history behind Pennsylvania forests. Discuss human culture and the future of our forest health.

To register https://extension.psu.edu

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 13 at 1pm , it’s the Fallsburg Elementary Chorus.

For more information, sullivanny.us/

‘Pop’ on over to the Delaware Free Branch on Tuesday, December 13th from 5pm to 6:30pm and color yourself! Library staff will take a photo of you, turn it into an outline, and challenge you to create a “POP-ART SELFIE.” Inspired by artists like Andy Warhol, Corita Kent, and Keith Haring, we’ll create  colorful versions of ourselves using markers and collage. All POP-ART SELFIES will be photographed and emailed to you so you can share them on social media. If you can’t attend the program we will have a workstation set up on the first floor at Delaware Free Branch and our staff will help you make one. Your art could be displayed in the windows in January 2023! All ages welcome.

For more information, go to wsplonline.org

Music on the Delaware hosts the Irish ensemble, Cherish the Ladies in a performance:  “A Celtic Christmas” show at the Walton Theatre on Wednesday, December 14th, at 7:30pm.

For information and tickets, both in person and virtual, go to  musiconthedelaware.org.

The public is invited to attend.

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 14 at 12:30 pm , it’s the Monticello High School Band, Orchestra, Chorus, and Emerging Ensembles.

For more information, sullivanny.us/

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a series of 6 painting workshops:  The Color Wheel on Wednesdays at 4:00 beginning on November 16.  Participants are invited to play with paint while discovering the emotions and science of color.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a workshop on container gardens for winter and beyond.  The 2 part program takes place on Wednesday, December 14 and 21 at 4pm.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy presents “Biology of the Bald Eagle” at the Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake, PA from 5pm-6pm on December 14, 2022. The program explains bald eagle behavior, how to identify eagles at different ages, how to tell the difference between bald eagles and other similar birds, and their conservation history and recovery from the brink of extinction.

Prior registration is required at delawarehighlands.org

Theatre on the Road presents its 23rd annual interactive, dinner theater version of Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Beekman Arms in Rhinebeck on Wednesday, December 7th at 7 pm and Wednesday, December 14th at 7 pm.

This production is a tribute to the spirit of a traditional holiday. Audience members are encouraged to interact with the Dickens’ characters, as they settle in for a fine dinner and evening of celebration. Adapted from Charles Dickens’ classic, the script was written by Frank and Kristen Marquette, and she is also providing her handmade costumes. This is the 23rd season the Marquette’s version of A Christmas Carol is being produced.

For more information – http://www.murdercafe.net or call 845-876-7077 ext. 361.

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 21 at 11:30 am , it’s the Sullivan West High School Select Choir.

For more information, sullivanny.us/

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 19 at 11:45 am , it’s the Liberty High School Honors Band.

For more information, sullivanny.us/

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 20 at 11:30 am , it’s the Liberty High School Honors Chorus.

For more information, sullivanny.us/

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 22 at noon , it’s the Roscoe High School Band and  Choir.

For more information, sullivanny.us/

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 15 at 11 am , it’s the BOCES Chorus.

For more information, sullivanny.us/

Sullivan County school musicians perform in the lobby of the Government Center in Monticello throughout the month of December.  On December 16 at 11 am , it’s the Sullivan West 4th to 6th grade chorus

For more information, sullivanny.us/

The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance presents “The Cozy Catskills Holiday Revue” on Saturday, December 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Tusten Theatre in Narrowsburg.

Doors open 1 hour before the show for holiday treats. The revue (rated PG-13) includes performers presenting classic holiday tunes, audience sing-alongs and special guests.

For information, go to delawarevalleyartsalliance.org

The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance presents “The Cozy Catskills Holiday Revue” on Sunday, December 18 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Tusten Theatre in Narrowsburg.

Doors open 1 hour before the show for holiday treats. This family-oriented Sunday performance of classic holiday tunes and sing-alongs is designed for all ages.

For information, go to delawarevalleyartsalliance.org

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a series of 6 painting workshops:  The Color Wheel on Wednesdays at 4:00 beginning on November 16.  Participants are invited to play with paint while discovering the emotions and science of color.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a workshop on container gardens for winter and beyond.  The 2 part program takes place on Wednesday, December 14 and 21 at 4pm.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

The public is invited to attend.

Please contact hallekho@gmail.com for meeting details.

Sullivan 180 presents Walk Through Mondays at Bethel Woods. Participants will walk through the Peace, Love and Lights at Bethel Woods. This light show route is 1.7 miles. This event takes place every Monday, starting November 28 thru December 26 from 5:00PM to 9:00pm. The last entry is at 7:30pm.

For more information –bethelwoodscenter.org

The Western Sullivan Public Library book club meets Tuesday, December 27th at 5pm at the Delaware Free Branch in Callicoon to discuss Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman. Borrow the book from the library or the ebook or audiobook online via the Libby app.

For more information, go to wsplonline.org

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a workshop on container gardens for winter and beyond.  The 2 part program takes place on Wednesday, December 14 and 21 at 4pm.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

The public is invited to attend.  Contact sara.stuart.nyc@gmail.com for meeting details.

The film “Kong: Skull Island” will be shown at the Rosendale Theater in Rosendale, NY on December 30, 2022  from  3 – 5 pm.

A team of scientists, explorers and soldiers arrive on an uncharted island where prehistoric animal life dominates and Kong is King

More information and advance tickets at www.rosendaletheatre.org

The Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, New York, hosts a warm, friendly, and fun-filled three-day weekend of music and dance classes, evening dance parties, sing-alongs, and jams, plus an annual New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance Party.  For more information and registration go to ashokancenter.org/events

The Penn State Extension hosts Kinship Family Retreat on Saturday, October. 22, 2022 from 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM at Mahaffey Camp & Conference Center 1559 Mahaffey Grampian Hwy. Mahaffey, PA.

The retreat is designed for grandparents and other relatives raising children and youth age 4 and above to spend quality time together and to identify and build upon their strengths through participation in a series of shared educational and recreational activities.

To register https://extension.psu.edu

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a workshop on container gardens for winter and beyond.  The 2 part program takes place on Wednesday, December 14 and 21 at 4pm.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy presents guided eagle-viewing bus tours, scheduled on select weekends in January and February. Participants will learn from an expert guide and take a drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.

The tours will take place on:

• January 7, January 21, January 28
• February 4, February 18, February 25

The trips commence at the Conservancy’s Winter Field Office at the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am-3pm.

For more information – delawarehighlands.org

The public is invited to attend.

This is a virtual meeting.  The public is invited to attend.

Please contact sara.stuart.nyc@gmail.com for the zoom link.

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a workshop on container gardens for winter and beyond.  The 2 part program takes place on Wednesday, December 14 and 21 at 4pm.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

The Wayne County (PA) Library hosts a workshop on container gardens for winter and beyond.  The 2 part program takes place on Wednesday, December 14 and 21 at 4pm.

For more information, waynelibraries.org

The public is invited to attend.

Please contact hallekho@gmail.com for meeting details.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy presents guided eagle-viewing bus tours, scheduled on select weekends in January and February. Participants will learn from an expert guide and take a drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.

The tours will take place on:

• January 7, January 21, January 28
• February 4, February 18, February 25

The trips commence at the Conservancy’s Winter Field Office at the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am-3pm.

For more information – delawarehighlands.org

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy presents guided eagle-viewing bus tours, scheduled on select weekends in January and February. Participants will learn from an expert guide and take a drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.

The tours will take place on:

• January 7, January 21, January 28
• February 4, February 18, February 25

The trips commence at the Conservancy’s Winter Field Office at the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am-3pm.

For more information – delawarehighlands.org

The Penn State Extension hosts Kinship Family Retreat on Saturday, October. 22, 2022 from 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM at Mahaffey Camp & Conference Center 1559 Mahaffey Grampian Hwy. Mahaffey, PA.

The retreat is designed for grandparents and other relatives raising children and youth age 4 and above to spend quality time together and to identify and build upon their strengths through participation in a series of shared educational and recreational activities.

To register https://extension.psu.edu

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy presents guided eagle-viewing bus tours, scheduled on select weekends in January and February. Participants will learn from an expert guide and take a drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.

The tours will take place on:

• January 7, January 21, January 28
• February 4, February 18, February 25

The trips commence at the Conservancy’s Winter Field Office at the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am-3pm.

For more information – delawarehighlands.org

The Pennsylvania Forest Service presents a webinar “Why Care About Trees?” on February 14, 2023 at 12 and 7 PM.

Learn about the importance of edge habitat and how to establish and maintain it.

To register https://extension.psu.edu

The public is invited to attend.

Please contact hallekho@gmail.com for meeting details.

The public is invited to attend.  Contact sara.stuart.nyc@gmail.com for meeting details.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy presents guided eagle-viewing bus tours, scheduled on select weekends in January and February. Participants will learn from an expert guide and take a drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.

The tours will take place on:

• January 7, January 21, January 28
• February 4, February 18, February 25

The trips commence at the Conservancy’s Winter Field Office at the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am-3pm.

For more information – delawarehighlands.org

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy presents guided eagle-viewing bus tours, scheduled on select weekends in January and February. Participants will learn from an expert guide and take a drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.

The tours will take place on:

• January 7, January 21, January 28
• February 4, February 18, February 25

The trips commence at the Conservancy’s Winter Field Office at the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am-3pm.

For more information – delawarehighlands.org

The public is invited to attend.

This is a virtual meeting.  The public is invited to attend.

Please contact sara.stuart.nyc@gmail.com for the zoom link.

The Penn State Extension hosts Kinship Family Retreat on Saturday, October. 22, 2022 from 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM at Mahaffey Camp & Conference Center 1559 Mahaffey Grampian Hwy. Mahaffey, PA.

The retreat is designed for grandparents and other relatives raising children and youth age 4 and above to spend quality time together and to identify and build upon their strengths through participation in a series of shared educational and recreational activities.

To register https://extension.psu.edu

The public is invited to attend.

The public is invited to attend.

Please contact hallekho@gmail.com for meeting details.