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The Creekside ART Company’s “Gaby” was absolutely not just “going through the motions” at the 10th annual holiday market at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts.
Going through the motions
As the holiday season amps up and lights begin to twinkle, I find myself in a bit of a conundrum. I’m not always in the mood to shake hands, kiss cheeks, take a photo, move on and repeat. As … more
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I’ve realized that when all three of us are together, Cory, myself and her mom, I truly feel better—body, mind and spirit. Just what the doctor ordered.
Just what the doctor ordered
As some of you might know, I’ve been a little under the weather lately, and by “lately,” I mean for more than a year. Some days are better than others, but every doctor I see (and … more
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Dharma the Wonder Dog celebrating another birthday
It's all about the dog
Yes, I’ve said that before, but this time I really mean it. Believe it or not, as of Monday, November 25, Dharma the Wonder Dog is now 10-years old. I’m still in denial, especially since … more
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It wasn’t my first “Country Cares for St. Jude Kids Radiothon,” but helping others raise money to beat childhood cancer never gets old.
First time for everything
Let’s face it: I’ve been around the block a few times. I’ve done a lot of things, seen a lot of places and met a lot of people over the years, but thankfully, I have yet to do it … more
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You still have a chance to experience Billy Steeves starring in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” at SUNY Sullivan’s Seelig Theatre, so go; support local theatre, and get back to me. 
Discombobulated
Yep—that’s exactly how I feel, and no, it is not a song from “Mary Poppins.” Since usage of the word itself is most often associated with someone who is disconcerted or … more
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TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox NYSLA rules and regulations make for exciting competitions in many categories; the inaugural Narrowsburg Logging Days event was no exception.
Mad about plaid
In the interest of full disclosure, I need to admit that I know absolutely nothing about logging, lumberjacks, axe-throwing nor sawing things in general, save for the occasional home repair. That … more
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She may have been jilted at the altar and dead, but this bride managed to snag the coveted Best Female award at the Western Hotel’s annual Halloween bash.
Everyone’s a winner!
At least it seemed that way over the past few days, as Dharma the Wonder Dog and I careened throughout the Catskills (I drove most of the time), working our way through the New York side of the Upper … more
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Andrew Cuccaro, as Doctor Frank ‘N Furter, struts his stuff with an amazing vocal range and sizzling sexiness in the Forestburgh Tavern’s depraved production of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show Live on Stage.”
Who’s that knocking at my door?
So, here’s the thing: I’m not actually as sociable as I appear in public. While I truly enjoy getting out and about, and I feel genuinely delighted to meet up, schmooze with and … more
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Sullivan County Chairman of Legislature Luiz Alvarez, center, joined county legislators in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new state of the art Jail and Sheriff's administration facility in Monticello Thursday afternoon
Sullivan County’s New Jail readies for transition
MONTICELLO, NY - Members of the media and the general public were invited to attend the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and first look at new Sullivan County jail and Sherriff’s administration … more
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Once again, members of the Greater Barryville Chamber of Commerce outdid themselves with Pumpkin Fest 2019.
On the road again
“Man, you sure get around!” an acquaintance shouted in my general direction last Saturday, having spotted me in more than one town over the last few weeks. “Are you sure you … more
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Jeffersonville’s Hammett Family kids were excited that Mom’s blueberry sour cream pie took second place at the Founders Day pie contest and auction last weekend. “Wasn’t it yesterday that they were small?”
Sunrise, sunset
If those words sound familiar, it’s possible that you are aware of the song of the same name from the popular musical “Fiddler on the Roof.” The show recounts the life of Tevye the … more
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Exploring the Bethel Heritage Trail
BETHEL, NY — Throughout much of the year, Bethel is like many other towns in the region—quaint, charming, quiet and attractive. However, Bethel holds a special place in history, having … more
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Narrowsburg's Honey Bee Fest took over Main Street this weekend.
Bees, leaves and (unnatural) blondes
As I wended my way through picturesque Sullivan County, the temperature rose from 50, to 68, to 74, to 80—just in time for thousands of people bedecked in black and yellow to appear on Main Street en masse, ready to party the day away. more
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Musician Gabby Borges, seen here with guitarist Evan Kleinert, performed at Rafter’s Tavern in Callicoon last Saturday, where I proceeded to make a fool of myself, momentarily losing all sense of good taste and decorum. Sorry Gabby. It’s not you, it’s me.
The dodo bird
I grew up hearing the word “dodo” tossed around. Although applied to a variety of circumstances, being called a dodo was never complimentary, and eventually (because Mom told me to) I … more
Country stars Jon Langston, Cole Swindell and Luke Bryan all have legions of rabid fans, and I have stage 3 bladder cancer. Potato/Potahto.
Letting the cat out of the bag
It’s a colloquialism, and I looked it up to make sure that I was using it properly: “Meaning to reveal facts previously hidden,” Wikipedia states, “from a specific target … more
Big Eddy Film Festival Director Tina Spangler, who works at the DVAA.
Here comes the Big Eddy Film Festival
“Let’s say that I’ve never been to the Big Eddy [now in its eighth year], and that I have no idea what actually happens at a film festival. Can you help me break it all down?” more
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Co-worker Veronica Daub performed to a packed house at the Dancing Cat Saloon last weekend, where the singer/songwriter brought the house down repeatedly. I’m gonna miss that girl.
It's beginning to look a lot like autumn
Although we still have 12 days to go before it’s officially autumn, the signs are all there, and try as I might, they’re impossible to deny. It began innocently enough, with my first … more
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Mega-stars Pentatonix did not disappoint, performing their beautiful a capella renditions of “Hallelujah,” “Jolene,” and even fulfilled my expectations by performing Simon and Garfunkel’s “Sounds of Silence.”
Expect the unexpected
While the above title is the catchphrase for the CBS summer reality show “Big Brother,” and I’ve yet to miss (don’t judge!) any of the show’s 21 seasons, have no … more
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Working with a cast of 12 and more than 40 crew members on location in Sullivan County. Writer/director Emrhys Cooper describes his new film, “The Shuroo Process,” as a visual “love letter” to the Catskills.
Movie making is alive and well in Sullivan County
I received an email a few weeks ago from filmmaker Emrhys Cooper (“Trophy Boy”), informing me that he was working on another movie and planned to be shooting much of it in Sullivan … more
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This week, Jonathan Charles Fox did virtually nothing.
Much ado about nothing
“And I’ll finally have time to paint the bathroom!” I exclaimed, having gone off the rails on that project months ago. “And I’ll make a campfire everyday,” I prattled on, “and I’ll spray-paint that picture frame, and finish grouting the backsplash, and then…“ more
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