Event Type : Arts and Culture

“EK-PHRASIS: Words Inspire Art” is at the Main Street Gallery in Honesdale, PA from June 10th to August 6th. This summer exhibition features sculpture, photography, and paintings of over twenty local artists. Thes pieces are visual interpretations of poems written by regional poets. Gallery hours are 11 am to 4 pm Thursdays-Saturdays.

Action (ATI) Toward Independence, the Sullivan County Office for the Aging, Chamber of Commerce, Human Rights Commission and BOCES hosts a class on Digital Literacy for Seniors at the ATI offices. 309 E. Broadway in Monticello, on July 14, 21, 28 and August 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The class covers  computer basics, plus digital techniques like how to identify icons, learn acronyms and terminology, and set up an automatic signature.

Registration is required. For more information – call 845-798-4228.

Action (ATI) Toward Independence, the Sullivan County Office for the Aging, Chamber of Commerce, Human Rights Commission and BOCES hosts a class on Digital Literacy for Seniors at the ATI offices. 309 E. Broadway in Monticello, on July 14, 21, 28 and August 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The class covers  computer basics, plus digital techniques like how to identify icons, learn acronyms and terminology, and set up an automatic signature.

Registration is required. For more information – call 845-798-4228.

A four-week class at the Liberty Commons, in Liberty New York, teaches skills such as how to set up email, automatic signatures, attaching photographs, identifying icons, and which sites to avoid. Classes run on June 15th, 22nd, 29th, and July 9th from 10 am to noon.  All supplies will be provided.  Register by calling Action Toward Independence at 845-794-4228

Shadowland Stages in Ellenville, New York presents the world premier of “The Crossword Play” from June 24 to July 10 in the new black box Studio space.   Performances are at 8pm Thursdays to Saturdays and 2pm Sundays.

For more information and tickets, go to ShadowlandStages.org

Action (ATI) Toward Independence, the Sullivan County Office for the Aging, Chamber of Commerce, Human Rights Commission and BOCES hosts a class on Digital Literacy for Seniors at the ATI offices. 309 E. Broadway in Monticello, on July 14, 21, 28 and August 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The class covers  computer basics, plus digital techniques like how to identify icons, learn acronyms and terminology, and set up an automatic signature.

Registration is required. For more information – call 845-798-4228.

Action (ATI) Toward Independence, the Sullivan County Office for the Aging, Chamber of Commerce, Human Rights Commission and BOCES hosts a class on Digital Literacy for Seniors at the ATI offices. 309 E. Broadway in Monticello, on July 14, 21, 28 and August 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The class covers  computer basics, plus digital techniques like how to identify icons, learn acronyms and terminology, and set up an automatic signature.

Registration is required. For more information – call 845-798-4228.

The Wayne County Library 1406 Main Street in Honesdale hosts “The Peoples Peace: Understanding Death and Passing” on Wednesday July 5, 2022 from 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

The class will explore how to navigate the end of life for someone you love or for yourself.

For more information mkessler@waynelibraries.og

The Wayne County Library 1406 Main Street in Honesdale hosts “Don’t Let a Tick Make You Sick” with Master Gardner Valerie Bell on Wednesday July 6  from 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

Summer is arriving and so have the ticks.  In this talk you will learn about ticks and prevention of Lyme’s disease.

For more information mkessler@waynelibraries.og

The E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello presents “Catskill Tchotchkes Part 3 with Allen Frishman on Thursday July 7, 2022 at 6 p.m.”

The presentation will be a combination of showing some of Allen’s collection of Catskill items and a discussion of his new book, ‘More Borscht from a Catskill Mountain Plumber’.

Information at ebcpl.org .

The Bethany (PA) Public Library host a music camp with workshops and performances on Friday and Saturday, July 8 and 9 with the folk duo, Simple Gifts.  The workshops, on ukulele, spoons and psaltry, are open for all ages and are appropriate for beginners and experienced musicians alike.  A performance and jam with Simple Gifts takes place in the bandshell on Saturday night.

“Harmony in the Woods” concert venue in Hawley PA presents “House of Hammill” on July 8 at 6pm.  The trio performs folk and Celtic music with original jigs and reels and three-part harmonies on traditional folk ballads.

More information and tickets at harmonyinthewoods.org

The Delaware Free Library Branch in Callicoon holds an open mic night on July 8th, 6:30pm to 8:00pm.   The public is invited to share new poems and songs.   The event is recommended for ages 12 and up.

Registration required, especially for those presenting, as seats and slots are limited.     For additional information and registration, www.WSPLonline.org.

The Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop’s presents “Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then some)”. The show
is a mixture of vignettes that range from the Thanksgiving Day Parade to Frosty the Snowman, to Dicken’s A Christmas Carol.

Performances are Fridays and Saturdays, July 8 & 9, 15 & 16, at 8:00 PM and Sundays, July 10 & 17, at 2:00 PM at the Rivoli Theatre in South Fallsburg. Tickets are available through myrivertickets.com

The Equinunk Historical Society’s Calder Shop, located at the corner of RTE 191 and Pine Mill Road, will be open on Saturday July 9th 12-4PM.

Books and vintage tins.

For more information – equinunkhistory.org

In cooperation with Sullivan County Parks, the Sullivan County Poet Laureate Eric Baylin offers workshops in five locations around the county using nature as inspiration for art and verse-making. Each will run from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

July 9 Lake Superior in Bethel

August 6 D&H Canal in Summitville

August 20 Minisink Battleground Park near Barryville

August 27 Covered Bridge Park in Livingston Manor

Participants must be age thirteen and up.

All materials are provided, and no experience is necessary.

To register or for more information contact:  sullivancountypoetlaureate@gmail.com

The Roxbury Arts Group presents “Everything Coming Together and Falling Apart” an exhibition by Andrea Burgay that explores memory, the passage of time, destruction and renewal. Andrea Burgay continually adds and removes layers of materials to create collages with fragments of color, texture and drawing element from images, wall paper, handmade paper and painted papers. This exhibit will be on display at the Roxbury Arts Center at 5025 Vega Mountain Rd, Roxbury from July 9 through August 2.

For more information – roxburyartsgroup.org

“Harmony in the Woods” concert venue in Hawley PA presents Joseph Thalken and Michael Winther on July 9 at 6pm.  Thalken is an award-winning composer, conductor and pianist. Joining him is Michael Winther who is acclaimed as “a theater singer of unusual refinement”.

More information and tickets at harmonyinthewoods.org

Marbletown Multi-Arts (MaMA) hosts The Good Boat Trio with David Gonzalez, Steve Gorn and Evry Mann
on Saturday, June 11 – 8 pm at 3588 Main Street, Stone Ridge, NY.

For more information – https://www.facebook.com/MamaMultiArts

Marbletown Multi-Arts (MaMA) hosts Pulse Field Sound Immersion on Sunday, June 12 – 6:00 pm at 3588 Main Street, Stone Ridge, NY.

This horizontal concert features Katie Down, Peter Blum, Thomas Workman and Evry Mann where dreamlike sonic environments are created for meditative enjoyment by a collection of instruments from around the world.

For more information – https://www.facebook.com/MamaMultiArts

Marbletown Multi-Arts (MaMA) hosts A night of music and poetry featuring Haleh Liza Gafori, Shane Shanahan, and Steve Gorn, celebrating the launch of GOLD Poems by Rumi on Sunday, Sunday, June 26 – 7 pm at 3588 Main Street, Stone Ridge, NY.

Vocalist, poet, and translator, Haleh Liza Gafori will share new translations of poems by the Persian mystic and sage Rumi. Accompanied by master musicians, bansuri flautist Steve Gorn and percussionist Shane Shanahan

For more information – https://www.facebook.com/MamaMultiArts

Writers in the Mountains presents Historical Fiction, a six-week creative writing workshop with Sheila Myers, July 13 through August 24. The class will be held online Wednesdays, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.

For more information and registration – writersinthemountains.org

The Wayne County Library 1406 Main Street in Honesdale hosts “Workforce Alliance” with Jaiclyn Fritsch on Wednesday July 13, 2022  from 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

The meeting will explore how Workforce Alliance can assist with on-the-job training, apprenticeships, GED services and paid experience.

For more information mkessler@waynelibraries.og

The E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello presents Little Big Band Group on Thursday July 14, 2022 at 6 p.m.

The Little Big Band Group, an ensemble of six to eight musicians, including horns, a rhythm section and optional female vocals was founded and is led by Bruce Dedrick, a musician/singer/composer/arranger.

Information at ebcpl.org .

Shadowland Stages in Ellenville, New York presents  “Safe Home” from July 15 to August 7 on the Main Stage.  This is the world premiere of “Safe Home”, written by Tom Hanks & James Glossman, based on stories by Tom Hanks. Performances are at 8pm Thursdays to Saturdays and 2pm Sundays.

For more information and tickets, go to ShadowlandStages.org

The Wayne County Arts Alliance’s 2022  Artist’s Studio Tour will be on July 15th, 16th, and 17th at studios around Wayne County and The Cooperage Project, 1030 Main St. Honesdale.  This event is free and open to the public 10 am – 6 pm each day.  This 19th annual artists tour provides an opportunity to meet Wayne County’s established and emerging artists in their studios. 27 artists at 24 locations will show paintings, sculpture, jewelry, textiles, ceramics, collage, photography, and more original artwork of all kinds.  The WCAA Studio Tour Brochure with map and detailed artist information is available at Visitor’s Centers, area businesses, and online at waynecountyartsalliance.

“Harmony in the Woods” concert venue in Hawley PA presents “Forever Simon & Garfunkel” on July 15 with 2 shows at 2 and 6pm. Dean Altman & Jack Skuller lead the audience on a journey through Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel’s entire musical careers.

More information and tickets at harmonyinthewoods.org

Bardavon Presents will host Girl Named Tom on Friday July 15 at 8PM.

Girl Names Tom is the only group to ever win NBC’s “The Voice.”

More information can be found at Bardavon.org

The Music Festival of Rosendale presents the Rosendale Street Festival on  July 16 and 17, 2022.

The Music Festival of Rosendale is a not-for-profit, grassroots citizen organization that comes together to continue the legendary Rosendale Street Festival for the multiple benefits it offers to our community and the Mid-Hudson Valley as a whole. Each July, the festival is held on Main Street, Rosendale, New York, for two days to boost the local economy and community interaction.

For more information – http://www.eventsthatmatter.net/

The Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River and the Zane Grey’s West Society will host the 16th Annual Zane Grey Festival. The free festival will be held on the grounds of Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, July 16th, 2022.

The Zane Grey Festival is geared towards fun for the entire family with many activities and events for children and adults throughout the day including: 

• Bill Streeter of the Delaware Valley Raptor Center will present a live birds of prey show from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM  
• Brookvalley Farms will be offering horse-drawn wagon rides from 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM 
• Adam DePaul, Tribal Council Member and Story Keeper of the Lenape of Pennsylvania, will present The Past and Present of the Lenape in Pennsylvania from 12:15 PM- 12:45 PM 
• Upper Delaware Puppeteers will present A Wildlife Journey Down the Upper Delaware from 1:00 PM – 1:20 PM 
• Park Ranger Rachael Freundlich will lead a guided walk around Dolly’s Garden Path from1:00 PM-1:30 PM, highlighting the life of Dolly Grey, the woman behind Zane Grey.  
• Local musician Dan Engvaldsen will perform folk music from 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM 

National Parks Conservation Association will hold interactive Water Table Demonstrations from 10:30 AM-10:45 AM & 1:30 PM– 1:45 PM 

Ongoing throughout the day staff from Steamtown National Historic Site will demonstrate the “Ring of Fire” and the state of Pennsylvania will host their interactive Wood Mobile. There will be craft activities available for children of all ages, a children’s scavenger hunt, primitive skills demonstrations, weaving demonstrations, groundwater model demonstrations, kayak safety demos by the National Canoe Safety Patrol.

For more info – https://www.facebook.com/updeNPS

“Harmony in the Woods” concert venue in Hawley PA presents indie pop-folk duo “The Sea The Sea” on July 16 at 6pm. Chuck and Mira Costa blend vocal harmonies and unusual song arrangements.

More information and tickets at harmonyinthewoods.org

The Catskill Mountain Shakespeare’s 2022 main-stage show, Midsummer Night’s Dream, will be performed outdoors at the Emerson Resort and Spa in Mt. Tremper. The show, in the company’s second season, will be directed by Peter Andersen and features a cast and crew from the Hudson Valley and New York City. The show will run from July 16 – 31st all evening shows will be at 7:30pm and matinees at 2:00pm.

For more information – catskillmountainshakespeare.com

Marbletown Multi-Arts (MaMA) hosts The Good Boat Trio with David Gonzalez, Steve Gorn and Evry Mann
on Saturday, June 11 – 8 pm at 3588 Main Street, Stone Ridge, NY.

For more information – https://www.facebook.com/MamaMultiArts

Marbletown Multi-Arts (MaMA) hosts Pulse Field Sound Immersion on Sunday, June 12 – 6:00 pm at 3588 Main Street, Stone Ridge, NY.

This horizontal concert features Katie Down, Peter Blum, Thomas Workman and Evry Mann where dreamlike sonic environments are created for meditative enjoyment by a collection of instruments from around the world.

For more information – https://www.facebook.com/MamaMultiArts

Marbletown Multi-Arts (MaMA) hosts A night of music and poetry featuring Haleh Liza Gafori, Shane Shanahan, and Steve Gorn, celebrating the launch of GOLD Poems by Rumi on Sunday, Sunday, June 26 – 7 pm at 3588 Main Street, Stone Ridge, NY.

Vocalist, poet, and translator, Haleh Liza Gafori will share new translations of poems by the Persian mystic and sage Rumi. Accompanied by master musicians, bansuri flautist Steve Gorn and percussionist Shane Shanahan

For more information – https://www.facebook.com/MamaMultiArts

The Wayne County Library 1406 Main Street in Honesdale hosts “Dream Interpretation” with Linda Bartels on Wednesday July 20, July 27 and August 3  from 4:30 – 5:30 PM.

The class will explore the basics of dream interpretation and how to use this information to guide and improve your life.

For more information mkessler@waynelibraries.og

The Liberty Public Library presents Sullivan County Historian – John Conway “Doctors Say, “Go to the Mountains”” on July 21, 2022 at 6:30PM.

From the earliest visits of the Lenape to the tuberculosis sufferers who searched for a cure in the cool mountain climate, hundreds of thousands of people have visited this area over the years because of the clean air and pure water. This ongoing phenomenon has taken on a new significance in the wake of the COVID pandemic, and Sullivan County Historian John Conway delves into travel to the Catskills – past, present, and future.

For more information – http://www.libertypubliclibrary.org

“Harmony in the Woods” concert venue in Hawley PA presents bluegrass band “Mile Twelve” on July 22 at 6pm.  Winners of the 2020 IMBA New Artist of the Year Award, Mile Twelve is a modern string band blending expertly-crafted songs with creative arrangements and virtuosic execution.

More information and tickets at harmonyinthewoods.org

The Kingston Midtown Arts District will present its 8^th Annual MAD Celebration of the Arts (CoA) throughout the week of Saturday, July 23 from 10am to 3pm. This community event showcases excellence in the arts and highlights the breadth of Kingston’s artistic and cultural diversity.

For more information – madkingston.org

The Roxbury Arts Group presents “Porchfest” in Stamford on July 23 from 4:00-6:00pm. Porchfest is a unique event with over a dozen local music acts playing all at one time on porches and front lawns up and down Main Street / Route 23 in the heart of Stamford. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or picnic blanket, walk up and down Main Street and visit as many musicians as they would like. The music is diverse – from rock to classical, from Americana to oldies – with something for everyone.

For more information  – roxburyartsgroup.org.

“Harmony in the Woods” concert venue in Hawley PA presents a comedy night with Subhah Agarwal and Guests on July 23 at 6pm. Comedians featured have appeared on MTV2, Comedy Central, Gotham Comedy Live and comedy clubs across the country.

More information and tickets at harmonyinthewoods.org

Marbletown Multi-Arts (MaMA) hosts A night of music and poetry featuring Haleh Liza Gafori, Shane Shanahan, and Steve Gorn, celebrating the launch of GOLD Poems by Rumi on Sunday, Sunday, June 26 – 7 pm at 3588 Main Street, Stone Ridge, NY.

Vocalist, poet, and translator, Haleh Liza Gafori will share new translations of poems by the Persian mystic and sage Rumi. Accompanied by master musicians, bansuri flautist Steve Gorn and percussionist Shane Shanahan

For more information – https://www.facebook.com/MamaMultiArts

The E.B. Crawford Public Library in Monticello presents the band Shades on Thursday July 28, 2022 at 6 p.m.

Shades, composed of LA, Dave Morales and Sean Walker, is a Hudson Valley favorite Pop and R&B band.

Information at ebcpl.org .

The Woodstock Film Festival returns to the Greenville Drive-In  on July 28th, 2022 for a special screening of SXSW Grand Jury and Audience Awards winner I LOVE MY DAD, written, directed, and starring James Morosini. Courtesy of Magnolia Pictures.

Doors open at 7:30pm. Film begins at 9:00pm. Q&A to precede the film.

For more information – https://wff.eventive.org/welcome

“Harmony in the Woods” concert venue in Hawley PA presents classical vocalist Blake Friedman on July 29 at 6pm. His program, “Songs of New York” is the story of a young man and his dreams to move to the big city to become a star told through repertoire from the American Operatic, Bel Canto and Musical Theater,

More information and tickets at harmonyinthewoods.org

Plein Air on the Delaware  holds an event Saturday, July 30th from 10am to 3pm meeting at the Creamery, 5 Water Street in Port Jervis next to the River Walkway.

Artists may bring their own supplies or use those provided, and the event gives artists a chance to celebrate the River, as well as surrounding historic buildings, parks, streetscapes, and gardens.

Maps will be provided for artists showing several locations along the Delaware River in and around Port Jervis, NY, such as the walkway along the Delaware River to West End Beach, Riverside Park, Elks Brox Park and the Hawks Nest, to name a few.

The artwork created that day will be on display at the Port Jervis Library Community Room at an exhibit/reception the next week.

To register visit barryvilleareaarts.org

“Harmony in the Woods” concert venue in Hawley PA presents El Caribefunk, a Latin Grammy-nominated Afro-Caribbean funk and dance band.  The performance takes place on July 30 at 6pm.

More information and tickets at harmonyinthewoods.org

The Rosendale Theatre present the original Frankenstein (1931) starring Boris Karloff! Featuring an introduction with author James T. Coughlin (Forgotten Faces of Fantastic Film and Dwight Frye’s Last Laugh) on Saturday, July 30, 2022 from  10:00pm – 11:30pm.

For more information, rosendaletheatre.org/events/

Marbletown Multi-Arts (MaMA) hosts A night of music and poetry featuring Haleh Liza Gafori, Shane Shanahan, and Steve Gorn, celebrating the launch of GOLD Poems by Rumi on Sunday, Sunday, June 26 – 7 pm at 3588 Main Street, Stone Ridge, NY.

Vocalist, poet, and translator, Haleh Liza Gafori will share new translations of poems by the Persian mystic and sage Rumi. Accompanied by master musicians, bansuri flautist Steve Gorn and percussionist Shane Shanahan

For more information – https://www.facebook.com/MamaMultiArts

“EK-PHRASIS: Words Inspire Art” is at the Main Street Gallery in Honesdale, PA from June 10th to August 6th. This summer exhibition features sculpture, photography, and paintings of over twenty local artists. Thes pieces are visual interpretations of poems written by regional poets. Gallery hours are 11 am to 4 pm Thursdays-Saturdays.

Action (ATI) Toward Independence, the Sullivan County Office for the Aging, Chamber of Commerce, Human Rights Commission and BOCES hosts a class on Digital Literacy for Seniors at the ATI offices. 309 E. Broadway in Monticello, on July 14, 21, 28 and August 4 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The class covers  computer basics, plus digital techniques like how to identify icons, learn acronyms and terminology, and set up an automatic signature.

Registration is required. For more information – call 845-798-4228.

The Roxbury Arts Group presents “Everything Coming Together and Falling Apart” an exhibition by Andrea Burgay that explores memory, the passage of time, destruction and renewal. Andrea Burgay continually adds and removes layers of materials to create collages with fragments of color, texture and drawing element from images, wall paper, handmade paper and painted papers. This exhibit will be on display at the Roxbury Arts Center at 5025 Vega Mountain Rd, Roxbury from July 9 through August 2.

For more information – roxburyartsgroup.org

Shadowland Stages in Ellenville, New York presents  “Safe Home” from July 15 to August 7 on the Main Stage.  This is the world premiere of “Safe Home”, written by Tom Hanks & James Glossman, based on stories by Tom Hanks. Performances are at 8pm Thursdays to Saturdays and 2pm Sundays.

For more information and tickets, go to ShadowlandStages.org

Shadowland Stages in Ellenville, New York presents “Almost Heaven” from August 12 to Sept 11 on the Main Stage.  “Almost Heaven” is a musical tribute and intimate celebration of John Denver’s life and career, told through his numerous hit songs.  Performances are at 8pm Thursdays to Saturdays and 2pm Sundays.

For more information and tickets, go to ShadowlandStages.org

The Colchester Historical Society is presenting a Quilt Show that will highlight antique and vintage quilts from their collection and the Stadel Mountain Quilts from the Delaware County Historical Association Museum. The show will also feature modern quilts from Sullivan and Delaware County area artisan quilters. Displays on the history of quilting and historical artifacts will be featured. The show will be held August 12-14 at the Shinhopple Memorial Center.

For more information – colchesterhistoricalsociety.org

The Wayne Conservation District and the Northeast Pennsylvania Audubon Society presents an open house for the Habitat Mural in the Conservation District office in Honesdale. At the open house, attendees will have the opportunity to meet the artist and participate in a range of activities. The open house takes place on August 19 from 10am to 2pm. The Habitat Mural can also be viewed online.

For more information – WayneConservation.com

Shadowland Stages in Ellenville, New York presents “Almost Heaven” from August 12 to Sept 11 on the Main Stage.  “Almost Heaven” is a musical tribute and intimate celebration of John Denver’s life and career, told through his numerous hit songs.  Performances are at 8pm Thursdays to Saturdays and 2pm Sundays.

For more information and tickets, go to ShadowlandStages.org

The William B. Ogden Library and Music on the Delaware will provide music this summer at the CCE sponsored Walton Farmer’s Markets located at Veteran’s Plaza. The market will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fridays from July 1 through September. The music will run 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

• July 1- Larry Jamieson, country/folk
• July 8- Bill Seneschal, folk songs
• July 15- Tributary, old time tunes
• July 22- John Potocnik & Kathy Shimberg, fiddle tunes
• July 29- Amy Shapiro & Dannielle Swart, fiddle, guitar, voice
• August 5- Tremperskill Boys, square dance music
• August 12- Local Seisiun & Linda Hickman, Irish dance music
• August 26- Don Gilkinson, country music
• September 2- Bea Summers & Barb Acker, country, rock, folk

For more information – http://www.grantrogers.org

The Sullivan Renaissance hosts a series of talks entitled “Spring Clean Up & Planning New Gardens” on September 7, 2022 at 6pm via zoom. The series continues with “Planning for Fall and Planting Bulbs.” Maintenance tips will shared throughout the series.

For more information go to sullivanrenaissance.org