Only a few more weeks and back to school—boy, has this summer been full of great weather, fun things to do and lots of activities. 

Fall in the Sullivan Catskills is so enjoyable, and I cannot wait for the Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods to begin on Sundays again.

Here ae a few activities that are coming up soon.

The Cochecton Volunteer Ambulance Corps is holding a blood drive on Thursday, September 8 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Lake Huntington firehouse.

The Delaware Youth Center will be holding its Holiday Craft Fair again this year, and they are looking for vendors. The craft fair will take place on Friday, November 25 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the youth center. Register online if you would like to be a vendor, at www.delawareyouthcenter.org

Narrowsburg reunion for classes of ‘71-’72-’73 (all others are welcome). Dinner on Friday, September 16 at Central House. Cash bar starting at 4 p.m., with buffet dinner at 5 p.m., at a cost of $40 per person. Capacity of 100 people. Reservations and payment should be sent to Ed Herrmann, 207 Haring Rd., Barryville, NY 12719 by September 8. For more information call or text 570/647-7879. 

There will be a small barbecue on Saturday, September 17 for a small fee, and Sunday will be a river trip for those who would like to raft.

A new farm stand—Stella & Tom Bonanza Family Farm will be stocked with home-grown vegetables. It’s located on County Road 116, one mile out of Lake Huntington.

Be sure to stop by Lakeview Pizza & Bar for delicious food on those nights when you do not feel like cooking! They always have a great special and the heros are delicious!  Call 845/932-8131 for hours.

Annie’s Ruff Cut, located at 90 Foreman Rd. in Cochecton, has daily food and drink specials. It’s the perfect place to stop for a burger or drinks with friends. Call 845/932-5100 for hours and specials.

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