Event Type : Arts and Culture

The Ashokan Center is announcing the opening of registration for Three days of music, art, nature, and community at the Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, NY Aug 23, 24, 25 , 2024

For information go to https://hoot.love/

The Liberty Museum & Arts Center will host its first Invitational Art Show until September 1st.  The Liberty Museum will be filled with an array of artwork from pre-eminent artists both  from  the region and beyond.

The Museum is open from noon to 4PM, Saturdays and Sundays. More information at libertymuseum.com/

The Creative Communities Art Trails Project is seeking artwork for the future park in Equinunk, PA

Artists with interest in the area in and around Equinunk, PA are invited to submit up to ten pieces of original, durable, outdoor, public-facing artwork to be displayed in a brand new, specially built art park located on the grounds of the Equinunk Historical Society.

Artwork will be displayed on pedestals and in niches within the park. Submissions may be in the form of photos of completed works, sketches, or detailed concepts that can be installed on-site.

The deadline to submit is August 1st.  More information at equinunkhistory.com

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents Kansas City Jazz: Eddie Durham’s World of Swing on Sunday, July 21 from 5:30-7:30pm.  Co-Presented with WVIA Media,  this romping, stomping seven piece band celebrates the legacy of the great American genius Eddie Durham,  the man behind one of the most quintessential hits of the 20th century, Glenn Miller’s In The Mood, and the resident genius in the original Count Basie band.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

The Borscht Belt Museum in Ellenville, New York hosts the Borscht Belt Fest Friday through Sunday July 26 – 28.

The festival includes a street fair, standup comics, food and exhibits.

For more information visit https://www.borschtbeltfest.org/

Zane Grey Plein Air PRESENTS POLLINATOR 🦋 PORTRAITS Workshop with Karen Meneghin with Co-Hosts: Tusten Heritage Community Garden 🪴on Saturday, July 27, 9:30AM – 11:30AM De Mauro Lane, Narrowsburg, NY 12764

For more information visit http://www.ZaneGreyPleinAir.com

Saturday & Sunday July 27th & 28th, 12pm-4pm….. FREE TO ALL
Visit museums and historical societies throughout Sullivan County, NY for special events, give aways and free admission.

For more information contact the specific museum directly.

PARTICIPATING MUSEUMS (* free admission):

*Catskill Art Space: Explores contemporary art practices and fosters creative community. 48 Main St, Livingston Manor, NY 12758

*Catskill Fly Fishing Museum: A nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to: preserving America’s fly fishing heritage; teaching its future generations of fly fishers; and protecting its fly fishing environment. 1031 Old Rte 17, Livingston Manor, NY 12758

D&H Canal Interpretive Center: displays historic remains of the former Delaware & Hudson (D&H) Canal and sits within the D&H Canal Linear Park, adjacent to the nearly 200-year-old ruins of a lock and waste weir. The Center takes visitors on a journey to explore life on the canal, through each phase of the canal’s construction and its 70 years of operation. 16 Bova Road, Summitville, NY 12781

Fort Delaware Museum: Active re-creation of a colonial fort along the Upper Delaware River, featuring authentic displays of life within and outside the fort’s walls. 6615 NY-97, Narrowsburg, NY 12764

*Frederick Cook Society: Extensive Cook Collection, artifacts from Civil War displays, Inuit artifacts, and more. Inside the Sullivan County Museum. 265 Main Street, Hurleyville, NY 12747

*Liberty Museum & Art Center: Exhibiting items of historical interest, as well as promoting educational activities such as art classes, lectures, cultural programs, and programs designed for children. 46 S Main St, Liberty, NY 12754

*Sullivan County Historical Society: A three-story former school building featuring exhibits that explore the history of Sullivan County for future generations. 265 Main Street Hurleyville, NY 12747

*Ten Mile River Scout Museum: An extensive collection of TMR memorabilia, including banners, literature, maps, neckerchiefs, patches, photographs, physical artifacts and signs and more. 5 Robert M Buonvino Pl, Narrowsburg, NY 12764

*Time and the Valleys Museum: Explore 3 levels of interactive exhibits, featuring virtual reality and 1930’s Lost Catskill Farm that explores NYC’s Water Systems and the sacrifices made by local residents to provide New York City with clean water. 332 Main Street, Grahamsville, NY 12740

Phyllis Elkind is leading a Harmony Workshop, at The Muse, 1 Madeline Ln, Rosendale, on Saturday, July 27th from  1-3pm.   Attendees will learn the melody and harmony parts to bluegrass and country classics, along with tips on harmony and on these styles of singing.  All levels are welcome!

For more information, visit themuserosendale.org.

The Muse in Rosendale, NY presents Bluegrass Harmony Workshop with Phyllis Elkind, on Saturday, July 27, from 1-3 pm.to explore the harmony parts to bluegrass and country classics. All levels are welcome

For more information, visit themuserosendale.org/

The Farm Arts Collective in Damascus, PA is presenting the children’s show  ALICE IN SCIENCELAND on Saturday July 27th at 2 PM.

The STEAM (science technology engineering arts math)performance features a host of the Farm Arts Collective company members and the performance is followed by a Q and A with a NASA climate scientist. AND CARROTS!

For information go to  https://www.farmartscollective.org/

SongCLub with Debbie Lan is meeting on Saturday, July 27, 5:00 – 6:30 pm at the Music Institute of Sullivan & Ulster County (MISU), 40 Market Street, Ellenville. With the exception of August, the Ellenville event will take place every LAST Saturday at MISU.

SongClub is a drop-in singing event that builds community through singing original arrangements of familiar songs in a safe and welcoming environment.

For more information go to http://www.facebook.com/songclub

George Kilby Jr. and his Trio perform on Saturday July 27 from 7-9pm at the Arts Nest in Lake Huntington.  Doors open at 6.  More information and tickets at delawarevalleyopera.org

Delaware Valley Arts Alliance is hosting the 34th Annual Riverfest and Street Festival in Narrowsburg, NY on Sunday, July 28th from 10a.m. -4p.m.

For a schedule of events and additional information go to https://delawarevalleyartsalliance.org/riverfest/

Saturday & Sunday July 27th & 28th, 12pm-4pm….. FREE TO ALL
Visit museums and historical societies throughout Sullivan County, NY for special events, give aways and free admission.

For more information contact the specific museum directly.

PARTICIPATING MUSEUMS (* free admission):

*Catskill Art Space: Explores contemporary art practices and fosters creative community. 48 Main St, Livingston Manor, NY 12758

*Catskill Fly Fishing Museum: A nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to: preserving America’s fly fishing heritage; teaching its future generations of fly fishers; and protecting its fly fishing environment. 1031 Old Rte 17, Livingston Manor, NY 12758

D&H Canal Interpretive Center: displays historic remains of the former Delaware & Hudson (D&H) Canal and sits within the D&H Canal Linear Park, adjacent to the nearly 200-year-old ruins of a lock and waste weir. The Center takes visitors on a journey to explore life on the canal, through each phase of the canal’s construction and its 70 years of operation. 16 Bova Road, Summitville, NY 12781

Fort Delaware Museum: Active re-creation of a colonial fort along the Upper Delaware River, featuring authentic displays of life within and outside the fort’s walls. 6615 NY-97, Narrowsburg, NY 12764

*Frederick Cook Society: Extensive Cook Collection, artifacts from Civil War displays, Inuit artifacts, and more. Inside the Sullivan County Museum. 265 Main Street, Hurleyville, NY 12747

*Liberty Museum & Art Center: Exhibiting items of historical interest, as well as promoting educational activities such as art classes, lectures, cultural programs, and programs designed for children. 46 S Main St, Liberty, NY 12754

*Sullivan County Historical Society: A three-story former school building featuring exhibits that explore the history of Sullivan County for future generations. 265 Main Street Hurleyville, NY 12747

*Ten Mile River Scout Museum: An extensive collection of TMR memorabilia, including banners, literature, maps, neckerchiefs, patches, photographs, physical artifacts and signs and more. 5 Robert M Buonvino Pl, Narrowsburg, NY 12764

*Time and the Valleys Museum: Explore 3 levels of interactive exhibits, featuring virtual reality and 1930’s Lost Catskill Farm that explores NYC’s Water Systems and the sacrifices made by local residents to provide New York City with clean water. 332 Main Street, Grahamsville, NY 12740

Voice Ensembles Perennial and The Resisterood Community Choir, directed by Debbie Lan, perform at the Rail Trail Cafe, Stone Mountain Farm, 310 River Road Extension, (off Springtown Road between New Paltz and Rosendale), on Sunday, July 28 from 1;00-3:00 PM. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information visit therailtrailcafe.com

Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster and their 4-H program will be serving up fun youth educational activities, a cost-efficient menu with healthier choices and  4-H Milkshakes at the Ulster County Fair Tuesday July 30th to Sunday, August 4th at the Ulster County Fairgrounds in New Paltz, NY. For more information go to https://ulster.cce.cornell.edu/

The Ashokan Center is announcing the opening of registration for Three days of music, art, nature, and community at the Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, NY Aug 23, 24, 25 , 2024

For information go to https://hoot.love/

The Liberty Museum & Arts Center will host its first Invitational Art Show until September 1st.  The Liberty Museum will be filled with an array of artwork from pre-eminent artists both  from  the region and beyond.

The Museum is open from noon to 4PM, Saturdays and Sundays. More information at libertymuseum.com/

The Creative Communities Art Trails Project is seeking artwork for the future park in Equinunk, PA

Artists with interest in the area in and around Equinunk, PA are invited to submit up to ten pieces of original, durable, outdoor, public-facing artwork to be displayed in a brand new, specially built art park located on the grounds of the Equinunk Historical Society.

Artwork will be displayed on pedestals and in niches within the park. Submissions may be in the form of photos of completed works, sketches, or detailed concepts that can be installed on-site.

The deadline to submit is August 1st.  More information at equinunkhistory.com

Cornell Cooperative Extension Ulster and their 4-H program will be serving up fun youth educational activities, a cost-efficient menu with healthier choices and  4-H Milkshakes at the Ulster County Fair Tuesday July 30th to Sunday, August 4th at the Ulster County Fairgrounds in New Paltz, NY. For more information go to https://ulster.cce.cornell.edu/

On Thursday August 1 at 2pm, the National Park Service visits the Jeffersonville Public Library for a presentation on snakes, with hands-on activities for children ages 6-11.

For registration and more information, visit wsplonline.org.

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents Liz Callaway & Joseph Thalken: From Broadway to Hollywood on Friday, August 2 from 6-8pm.  This Latin fusion band inspires an irresistible North/South American party with catchy melodies and intoxicatinngs in Spanish, English and Portuguese.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

All are welcome to share a poem, song or story at The Western Sullivan Public Library’s Open Mic First Fridays at the Delaware Free Branch in Callicoon on Friday August 2 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. 5 minute slots are limited and sign up begins at 6:15pm. The guest poet for August will be Susan Deer Cloud, an award-winning mixed lineage Catskill Native whose writing has been published in numerous journals and anthologies. Email wsplprograms@rcls.org for more info.

The Ashokan Center hosts “Bluegrass Open House” a staff and camper concert with a jam on August 1 beginning at 7:30pm in Olivebridge NY.

Information and tickets at ashokancenter.org/

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents Fireside Collective on Saturday, August 3 from 6-8pm. This American jam band features traditional blues, country, and folk.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

On Sunday afternoon, August 4, from 2-4 p.m., trumpeter Freddie Jacobs will perform at the Sullivan County Museum with the Americana band Little Sparrow.

Jacobs spent many years living in Sullivan County, and he will talk a bit about his experience performing in the legendary Catskills hotels. Locals may remember his family who ran the Monticello movie theatre at the Shoprite plaza.

For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/littlesparrowny

On August 3, 2024, from 4 – 6 PM, the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance hosts a showcase of the work of young local artists ages 2 through 14.

Many of the pieces were created in partnership with local libraries, who hosted painting parties led by local adult artists.

For more information visit the Barryville Area Arts facebook page

.facebook.com/BarryvilleAreaArts/

The Wayne County Libraries presents an an author Meet & Greet with Michelle Oram on Wednesday, August 7 at 4:00-5:00 pm.  Michelle is cmcmcm.

For more information, go to wcpl.info

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents Laura Anglade with the Ben Rosenblum Quartet on Friday, August 9 from 6-8pm. French/American singer Laura Anglade digs emotionally and eloquently into a lyric.  Her story-telling abilities portray a soul beyond her years. She is joined by pianist, accordionist and composer, Ben Rosenblum and his quartet of world-class musicians.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

The D.R.A.W. at Kingston’s  Midtown Arts Center will host the 4th Annual DRAW-A-THON on Saturday, August 10th, 2024, from 10 am to 10 pm.  All ages, abilities, skill levels, and interests are invited to draw on All The Draw Studio’s surfaces. The event will feature costumed models, face painting, and the DRAW-a-Tron, a unique drawing machine that takes drawing requests. Plus so much more.

No pre-registration is needed and all materials will be provided. The event is family-friendly all day and will shift to an adult-focused event from 7 to 10 p.m.

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents Mike Miz & The Northeast Extension on Saturday, August 10 from 6-8pm. Mike Mizwinski, joined by the five piece Northeast Extension, is an Americana, Rock ‘n’ Roll singer-songwriter and guitarist known for soulful and energetic live performances.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

On Tuesday August 13 at 5pm, arts and crafts lovers can decorate plant pots with mosiac tiles at the Western Sullivan Public Library’s Jeffersonville Branch. All supplies will be provided for this program, which is recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration and more information can be found at WSPLonline.org.

The Shandelee Music Festival presents its Sunset Concert Series at the festival grounds in Shandelee, NY.  At 8pm on Tuesday, August 13,  Con Brio Quartet performing string quartets by Philip Glass, Mozart, and Dvorak.

Information and tickets at Shandelee.org

The Shandelee Music Festival presents its Sunset Concert Series at the festival grounds in Shandelee, NY.  At 8pm on Tuesday, August 15, Katherine Lerner Lee will headline an Evening of Voice on Thursday, August 15, performing opera, art song, chamber and contemporary music.

Information and tickets at Shandelee.org

Craft Lovers returns to the Western Sullivan Public Library’s Delaware Free Branch in Callicoon on Friday, August 16 at 4pm.  Participants can make a giant garden pinwheel, and all supplies will be provided. Recommended for ages 18 and up. Registration and more information can be found at WSPLonline.org.

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents Tyler Reese Tritt on Friday, August 16 from 6-8pm. At the age of 14, Tyler collaborated with her father, Travis Tritt, on a rendition of the timeless duet “Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough”. This pivotal experience served as a catalyst for her burgeoning career performing original, modern and traditional country.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

The Shandelee Music Festival presents its Sunset Concert Series at the festival grounds in Shandelee, NY.  At 8pm on Tuesday, August 17, the Peter Sulski Trio performs music by Haydn, Mozart and Brahms.

Information and tickets at Shandelee.org

Writers in the Mountains (WIM) is presenting Poetry Forms: Why and How Workshop with William Duke, a two-day intensive class held online Tuesday and Thursday, August 20 and 22, 2024 from 7 to 9 p.m.

To learn more and to register online, visit writersinthemountains.org.

The Shandelee Music Festival presents its Sunset Concert Series at the festival grounds in Shandelee, NY.  At 8pm on Tuesday, August 20, with a performance by Dan Urness on trumpet and Paul Staroba on piano.

Information and tickets at Shandelee.org

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents Tall Heights on Friday, August 23 from 6-8pm.

A duo based out of Boston, Massachusetts, Tall Heights are the blended, lyrical vocal harmonies of Tim Harrington and Paul Wright drawing  from both progressive folk and electro-tinged indie pop.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

The Shandelee Music Festival presents its Sunset Concert Series at the festival grounds in Shandelee, NY.  At 8pm on Tuesday, August 23, with a performance of an Evening of Jazz with singer/songwriter Amanda Brecker and the Amanda Brecker Duo.

Information and tickets at Shandelee.org

The Shandelee Music Festival presents its Sunset Concert Series at the festival grounds in Shandelee, NY.  At 8pm on Tuesday, August 24, with an Evening of Jazz performed by multi-Grammy and multi–Latin Grammy award winner, pianist/singer/composer/arranger Eliane Elias and Marc Johnson.

Information and tickets at Shandelee.org

Western Sullivan Public Library’s End-of-Summer Celebration will take place on August 31 from 11am to 1pm at the Jeffersonville Branch, including a library treasure hunt, games, crafts, prizes and more. This is a family-friendly program and is free and open to the public. More information can be found at WSPLonline.org.

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents The Brit Pack on Saturday, August 31 from 6-8pm.  The Brit Pack was founded by two Brits in New York and have established a reputation as the most authentic British Invasion band in the US, covering the full timeline of the UK’s best music!

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

The Liberty Museum & Arts Center will host its first Invitational Art Show until September 1st.  The Liberty Museum will be filled with an array of artwork from pre-eminent artists both  from  the region and beyond.

The Museum is open from noon to 4PM, Saturdays and Sundays. More information at libertymuseum.com/

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents Emily Drinker on Friday, September 6 from 6-8pm.  Emily Drinker, an independent, award-winning singer-songwriter from Philadelphia, and her powerhouse band, the Funky T,  perform her soulful brand of folk, pop, and rock.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

Harmony in the Woods in Hawley, PA presents The Barefoot Movement on Saturday, September 7 from 6-8pm.  The Barefoot Movement is blends modern roots music with lush harmonies, thoughtful instrumentation, and memorable melodies.

For more information and tickets, go to harmonyinthewoods.org

Writers in the Mountains (WIM) holds its 2024 Literary Retreat in Andes, New York from Friday through Sunday, Nov. 15–17, 2024. The event is open to both resident writers and locals who can attend the day’s programs and activities without having to book a room. Local writers are encouraged to participate as they are an integral part of the Writers in the Mountains’ literary community year-round.

For more information visit https://www.writersinthemountains.org/literaryretreat