The Delaware County Arts Grant Cycle is opening Sept 28th ahead of the grant application opening on October 18, 2024. The Roxbury Arts Group is proud to administer the Delaware County Arts Grant, a re-grant program of the New York State Council on the Arts, in Delaware County. Delaware County Arts Grant funds are used to support projects in three areas: Community Arts, Creative Learning, and Individual Artist. Applicants to this grant can receive up to $5000 of funding.

Attendance at an information session or a one-on-one session with the Creative Opportunities Coordinator is required for application.

For more information about grant categories, guidelines, and eligibility, or to RSVP for a session, visit roxburyartsgroup.org,

The Great Give Back returns to the Western Sullivan Public Library starting October 19th. Every year, libraries across New York State offer a time for library patrons to give back to their communities. From October 19th to November 2nd, the Western Sullivan Public Library will be collecting “Winter Essentials” to redistribute into our community. Collection boxes will be available at the Jeffersonville, Narrowsburg and Callicoon branches. Starting November 4th, each branch will host a “Give Back Box” where anyone can pick up any winter essentials they may need or want, no questions asked. While supplies last.  More information and a complete list of eligible items for donation can be found at WSPLonline.org.

Catskill Public Theater (CPT) is sponsoring a “Call for Submissions” for original ideas that could be part of the short scenes, sketches, and mini-plays, amplifying the 1969 Woodstock Festival’s message.  The public is invited to share their direct experience or even their imaginative experiences for inclusion in a play.

Submissions will be curated by Jessica López-Barkl and Nick López,  Professors of Theater and Speech at SUNY Sullivan. The submission deadline is January 1, 2025.

More information at www.CatskillPublicTheater.com.

The Sullivan County Parks & Recreation Office hosts a photo competition featuring photographs taken of the landscapes and wildlife at County parks and museums.  Submissions are accepted through December 31 and accepted exhibit photos will be announced in January

Each photographer may submit up to three pieces, taken by the photographer and can be any age or skill level, but anyone under age 18 must have parent/guardian permission. Submitted photos may be used in Sullivan County promotional materials.

The exhibit will run from March 1-April 30, 2025, at the Government Center, Monticello and the Sullivan County Cultural Center & Museum, Hurleyville.

More information at sullivanny.gov

The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance 20th anniversary of the show “Art in Sixes” opens with a reception on Saturday, November 16 from 3-6pm.

220 Local artists exhibit more than 650 small works on two floors of the DVAA galleries in Narrowsburg.  The show runs through December 22.  Gallery hours are  Thursday – Sunday, 11 am – 4 pm.

For more information, delawarevalleyartsalliance.org.

The Wayne County Arts Alliance (WCAA) announces their seasonal/holiday art sale, Art Under $100+ at their gallery in Honesdale. The sale opens November 30 on Small Business Saturday and winds up December 29th. Hours of operation are Wednesday-Sunday from 11-5 and open until 6 Fridays and Saturdays.

More information at  waynecountyartsalliance.org

The Wayne County Arts Alliance (WCAA) holds their  8th annual seasonal/holiday art sale, Art Under $100. The sale opens November 30 on Small Business Saturday and winds up December 29th. Hours of operation are Wednesday-Sunday from 11-5 and open until 6 Fridays and Saturdays. We are closed Mondays and Tuesdays and December 25/26, reopening Dec 27-29 (FR-SU).

For more information visit – https://waynecountyartsalliance.org/

Theatre on the Road’s Interactive dinner Theater Performance of “A Christmas Carol” Returns for Its 25th Year. There will be 13 performances of the Dickens classic (plus Victorian caroling) at select venues around the Hudson Valley.

The 2024 season lineup includes:

Sun., December 1 at 1pm & 5pm: The Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck

Sun., December 8 at 5pm: The Meadowbrook, New Windsor

Mon., December 9 at 6pm: VFW, Kingston

Wed., December 11 at 7pm: The Beekman Arms, Rhinebeck

Fri., December 13 at 6pm: Historic Hotel Broadalbin, Broadalbin – SOLD OUT!

Sun., December 15 at 4pm: Restaurant Six at Curry Estate, Hopewell Junction

Wed., December 18 at 7pm: The Venue Uptown at the Best Western, Kingston

Thurs. & Fri., December 19 & 20 at 6pm: Buttermilk Falls Inn, Milton

Sat. December 21 at 12pm: Soyuzivka Heritage Center, 216 Foordmore Rd, Kerhonkson

Sat., December 21 at 7pm: Hudson House Distillery, West Park

Sun., December 22 at 7pm: The Eldred Preserve, Eldred

For more information please visit http://www.theatreontheroad.com

The Friends of the Western Sullivan Public Library will be hosting their annual Holiday Book Sale at the Jeffersonville Branch from Saturday December 7th through Saturday December 14th during library open hours. For more information, visit WSPLonline.org.

Registration is open for the Private Applicator Pesticide Short Course held by Penn State Extension.

The two-day course takes place Wednesday, Dec. 11 and Thursday, Dec. 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at multiple locations in Pennsylvania.

The course is designed for those studying to become Private Applicators, and those looking to apply restricted use pesticides on their farm or property.

It will prepare attendees for the PDA private pesticide certification exam.

For information: www.extension.psu.edu

Public Health will be at the Jeffersonville Branch on Wednesday, December 11th from 11:00am to 1:00pm. They will provide brochures about programs available to the community in Sullivan County as well as tick kits, hand sanitizers, and much more. They also offer on-the-spot trainings to become certified in administering Narcan. More information at WSPLonline.org.

The Wallenpaupack Historical Society is sponsoring the annual holiday
potluck luncheon, quilt raffle, and the Northeast Barbershop Quartet
concert on Wednesday, December 11 at noon. The event will be held
at the Brookfield Environmental Learning Center, 126 Lamberton Lane,
Hawley. Both the luncheon and concert are free and open to the public.

For registration and raffle tickets contact   http://wallenpaupackhistory@gmail.com.

For more information go to  https://www.wallenpaupackhistorical.org/

Liberty Public Library is hosting a 2025 Book Discussion Planning Party on Thursday, December 12th at 1 pm.

For more information go to  https://www.libertypubliclibrary.org/

The American Red Cross is sponsoring a Blood Drive on December 12 from 1:30-6pm at the Monticello Fire Department in Monticello, NY.

For more information, go to RedCrossBlood.org

The American Red Cross is sponsoring a Blood Drive on December 12 from 1:30-6pm at the Mamakating Town Park in Bloomingburg, NY.

For more information, go to RedCrossBlood.org

Make DIY gifts using essential oils in a program with Helen Mele Robinson on Thursday, Dec. 12 from 4:30-5:30 pm at the Wayne County Public Library in Honesdale.

For information: waynelibraries.org

Delaware Highlands Conservancy offers a variety of programing at the Van Scott Nature Reserve in Beach Lake throughout December.  On Friday, December 13 from 1-2 pm, the program is “Boundin’ Furbearers“.

This program explores many of the various furry animals that live in the woods around us.  This program is intended for elementary-age kids and families.

Information and registration at www.DelawareHighlands.org.

Jeffersonville Book Club will meet on Friday, December 13th at 4pm at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. This month’s discussion will be about “Slow Dance” by Rainbow Rowell, which is available to library patrons as a hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook. More information and registration at WSPLonline.org.

The Vanaver Caravan and Arm of the Sea Theatre present Into the Light, a family-friendly show that weaves the magic of Arm-of-the-Sea Theater’s giant puppets into the tapestry of The Vanaver Caravan’s global dance repertoire. Performances will take place at the Rosendale Theatre on December 14 & December 15 @1pm and 4pm.

Into the Light uplifts spirits and deepens appreciation for cultural traditions. This fairy tale-like narrative follows the journey of a young girl named Lucia as she seeks joy and hope in the face of the waning winter light. This year, Into the Light features Ubaka Hill, Matoaka Little Eagle, Energy Dance Company, Janice Butcher, Leen Abazza and more.

For more information visit https://vanavercaravan.org

Podcasting for Teens will meet on Saturdays at 10am from November 2nd to December 14th at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. This 6-week series will explore the craft and process of podcasting start to finish, for teens ages 13-18. Participants will learn how to conceptualize, draft, record and edit their own podcast, and completed projects will then be broadcast on WJFF Radio Catskill. Participants are expected to attend all six sessions and can register online at WSPLonline.org.

*Note: There will be no workshop on November 30th.

The Western Sullivan Public Library’s Annual Gingerbread Cookie Decorating Party will be taking place at the Delaware Free Branch on Saturday December 14th, during the Dickens on the Delaware Festival. Cookies provided by Be Kind Bakehouse. This event will take place from 12pm – 3pm, while supplies last. More information at WSPLonline.org.

The Sullivan County Community Chorus presents its winter concert, Choral Crossroads, on Saturday, Dec. 14, at 1 p.m. at the Liberty High School auditorium.

For information, visit the Sullivan County Community Chorus Facebook page.

Liberty Public Library in Liberty, NY is hosting Holiday Swing! at 1 pm on Saturday, December 14th. This is a movement program appropriate for agile seniors and anyone who enjoys having fun while exercising.

For more information and registration go to  https://www.libertypubliclibrary.org/

The American Red Cross is sponsoring a Blood Drive on December 16 from 1-6pm at St George’s Church in Jeffersonville, NY.

For more information, go to RedCrossBlood.org

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

The Narrowsburg Knitters meets every Monday at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Learn how to knit, bring a project that you’re working on, and share ideas and your latest projects! More information at WSPLonline.org.

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

Callicoon Book Club will meet on Tuesday, December 17th at 5pm at the Delaware Free Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. This month’s discussion will be about The Paris Novel by Ruth Reichl, which is available to Western Sullivan Public Library patrons as a hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook. More information and registration at WSPLonline.org.

Audio engineer Matt Werden will be leading Part Two of his Audio Production Crash Course on Tuesday December 17th from 5:30pm – 7:00pm at the Jeffersonville Branch. This session will feature a live recording demonstration, followed by an opportunity for participants to share their own projects and receive live feedback and audio engineering support.  Audio enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. More information and registration at WSPLonline.org.

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information.

The Upper Delaware Council’s three committees will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 17 due to a revised holiday schedule.

Meetings are open to the public and held in person in the Narrowsburg office, with a Zoom option.

The Operations Committee meets at 6:30 p.m.

The Project Review Committee will meet at approximately 7 p.m.

The Water Use/Resource Management Committee meets  at approximately 7:30 p.m.

For information, visit www.upperdelawarecouncil.org

Let’s Play! will be taking place at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library on Wednesday, December 18th from 10:15-11:30am. Let’s Play is a playgroup for babies, toddlers and caregivers that blends music, literacy, games and open play. Registration and more information can be found at WSPLonline.org.

Narrowsburg Book Club will meet on Wednesday, December 18th at 11am at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. This month’s discussion will be about After Annie by Anna Quindlen, which is available to library patrons as a hardcopy, ebook, or audiobook. More information and registration at WSPLonline.org.

The American Red Cross is sponsoring a Blood Drive on December 18 from 2-6pm at Anthony of Padua Church in Yulan, NY.

For more information, go to RedCrossBlood.org

Cartooning Club with Joe Kennedy will be meeting on Wednesday, December 18th from 4:00-6:00pm at the Tusten Town Hall. Participants will discover different drawing techniques, learn how to storyboard their own cartoon. This program is for school-aged children, tweens and teens. More information and registration at WSPLonline.org.

Cricut Meetup group will be meeting on Wednesday, December 18th at 5:30pm at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library to discuss new ways to use a Cricut machine and work on a project together. More information and registration at WSPLonline.org.

This meeting takes place on Google Meets.  For the dial in information, send an email to feedback@wjffradio.org

 Tusten Social sponsors Sage Session regularly on the first and third Thursdays from 1:30-3:30pm in Krause Hall at the Delaware valley Arts Alliance in Narrowsburg.  The next meeting is December 19.

Sage Sessions are FREE and no registration is required. Anyone 60 years or more living in Tusten or the surrounding area is welcome to enjoy lunch, good company and local interest programming.

For more information, go to Tusten Social’s facebook page.

A Paper Ornaments Workshop will be offered on Thursday, December 19th at 5pm at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. This easy holiday craft will be made using cupcake liners. More information and registration at WSPLonline.org.

This meeting takes place on Google Meets.  For the dial in information, send an email to feedback@wjffradio.org

Craft Lovers will be meeting on Friday, December 20th from 4-6pm at the Delaware Free Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. This month’s craft will be wine cork reindeer. Registration and more information at WSPLonline.org.

The Narrowsburg Knitters meets every Monday at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Learn how to knit, bring a project that you’re working on, and share ideas and your latest projects! More information at WSPLonline.org.

Board Game Day will take place on Saturday, December 28th from 10am to 1pm at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. Participants can play classic games like UNO, chess, checkers, Cranium, Scrabble, and Trivia Pursuit, or bring their own games to play and share with others. Registration and more information at WSPLonline.org.

Storytime at the Western Sullivan Public Library will be meeting on Saturday December 28th from 1:00pm – 2:00pm at the Delaware Free Branch in Callicoon. This program is for children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers, and will incorporate music, literacy activities, crafts and plenty of open play. More information at WSPLonline.org.

The Narrowsburg Knitters meets every Monday at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Learn how to knit, bring a project that you’re working on, and share ideas and your latest projects! More information at WSPLonline.org.

Catskill Public Theater (CPT) is sponsoring a “Call for Submissions” for original ideas that could be part of the short scenes, sketches, and mini-plays, amplifying the 1969 Woodstock Festival’s message.  The public is invited to share their direct experience or even their imaginative experiences for inclusion in a play.

Submissions will be curated by Jessica López-Barkl and Nick López,  Professors of Theater and Speech at SUNY Sullivan. The submission deadline is January 1, 2025.

More information at www.CatskillPublicTheater.com.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy Announces Winter 2025 Eagle Watch Bus Tours throughout January and February.  An expert guide leads a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.  Seats on trips are limited and advance reservations are required.

Tours leave from the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am to 3pm.

More information at  DelawareHighlands.org 

Dates are:  January 4, January 18, January 25, February 1, February 15, February 22

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information.

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

The Rosedale Theatre presents the film “The Cincinnati Kid” (1965) at 7:00pm, Thursday, January 9.

Steve McQueen, is “The Cincinnati Kid” an up and coming poker player who’s scheduled to match wits with the reigning master poker player of the day Lancey Howard (Edward G. Robinson).  The film’s cinematography and score enhance the dramatic storytelling making “The Cincinnati Kid” a memorable cinematic experience.

More information at rosendaletheatre.org

 Tusten Social sponsors Sage Session regularly on the first and third Thursdays from 1:30-3:30pm in Krause Hall at the Delaware valley Arts Alliance in Narrowsburg.  The next meeting is December 5.

Sage Sessions are FREE and no registration is required. Anyone 60 years or more living in Tusten or the surrounding area is welcome to enjoy lunch, good company and local interest programming.

For more information, go to Tusten Social’s facebook page.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy Announces Winter 2025 Eagle Watch Bus Tours throughout January and February.  An expert guide leads a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.  Seats on trips are limited and advance reservations are required.

Tours leave from the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am to 3pm.

More information at  DelawareHighlands.org 

Dates are:  January 4, January 18, January 25, February 1, February 15, February 22

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy Announces Winter 2025 Eagle Watch Bus Tours throughout January and February.  An expert guide leads a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.  Seats on trips are limited and advance reservations are required.

Tours leave from the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am to 3pm.

More information at  DelawareHighlands.org 

Dates are:  January 4, January 18, January 25, February 1, February 15, February 22

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy Announces Winter 2025 Eagle Watch Bus Tours throughout January and February.  An expert guide leads a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.  Seats on trips are limited and advance reservations are required.

Tours leave from the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am to 3pm.

More information at  DelawareHighlands.org 

Dates are:  January 4, January 18, January 25, February 1, February 15, February 22

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy Announces Winter 2025 Eagle Watch Bus Tours throughout January and February.  An expert guide leads a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.  Seats on trips are limited and advance reservations are required.

Tours leave from the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am to 3pm.

More information at  DelawareHighlands.org 

Dates are:  January 4, January 18, January 25, February 1, February 15, February 22

This meeting takes place on Google Meets.  For the dial in information, send an email to feedback@wjffradio.org

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

This meeting will take place via Google Meet. Please email feedback@wjffradio.org to receive dial in information to join the conversation.

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy Announces Winter 2025 Eagle Watch Bus Tours throughout January and February.  An expert guide leads a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.  Seats on trips are limited and advance reservations are required.

Tours leave from the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am to 3pm.

More information at  DelawareHighlands.org 

Dates are:  January 4, January 18, January 25, February 1, February 15, February 22

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy Announces Winter 2025 Eagle Watch Bus Tours throughout January and February.  An expert guide leads a scenic drive on a heated bus throughout the Upper Delaware River region to look for and learn about bald eagles and their habitat.  Seats on trips are limited and advance reservations are required.

Tours leave from the Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, PA and run from 11am to 3pm.

More information at  DelawareHighlands.org 

Dates are:  January 4, January 18, January 25, February 1, February 15, February 22

SUNY Sullivan holds Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic and Refresher courses beginning February 25, 2025, at the Loch Sheldrake campus. These classes are designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in emergency medical services or current EMTs looking to refresh their certification. Classes run twice a week for 10 weeks.

For more information visit http://sunysullivan.edu

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