Almquist, Maletz exhibit at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, and more

Posted 2/8/23

Youth: submit poetry to the second annual Poetry Youth Festival

BETHEL, NY — Bethel Woods will host its second annual Poetry Youth Festival in April, and is now accepting submissions to all …

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Youth: submit poetry to the second annual Poetry Youth Festival

BETHEL, NY — Bethel Woods will host its second annual Poetry Youth Festival in April, and is now accepting submissions to all students in grades seven through 12 in Sullivan County schools.

Poems must be original, and prizes will be awarded in three categories.

For more information, email sullivanpoetlaureate22.23@gmail.com.

Ice fishing in Hurleyville

HURLEYVILLE, NY — The Hurleyville Fire Department and the Town of Fallsburg Youth Commission will hold their 35th annual ice-fishing contest on Saturday, February 11 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration will take place the day of the contest.

There will be an adult and a youth division, with trophies for first, second and third place in the categories of perch, pan fish, bullhead, walleye and pickerel.

There’s a special contest for firemen. The Rich Farquhar Memorial chief’s cup goes to the top firemen’s fishing team. All team members must belong to the same fire department.

Refreshments and bait will be available, and holes will be drilled if necessary. The fee for the contest is $5 for adults; there’s no charge for kids aged 15 and under.

For more information, call 845/436-5418 or email jampond@hvc.rr.com.

Throughout 2022, people created versions of themselves in pop art.
Throughout 2022, people created versions of themselves in pop art.
Library patrons rendered themselves in pop art. Can you figure out who's who?
Library patrons rendered themselves in pop art. Can you figure out who's who?
The pop-art selfies are a valentine to the Sullivan County community.
The pop-art selfies are a valentine to the Sullivan County community.
Come check out the pop-art selfies in Callicoon on Tuesday, February 14.
Come check out the pop-art selfies in Callicoon on Tuesday, February 14.

The pop-art selfies are revealed

CALLICOON, NY — As a valentine to Sullivan County, colorful, large scale “pop-art selfies” will be installed on Tuesday, February 14. All are invited to come see the selfies from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; the artwork is exhibited in the windows of the Delaware Free branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library.

The original artwork was juried by a committee, and chosen for vibrant color, composition and character. Throughout 2022, community members of all ages joined the art-in, producing works inspired by pop-art artists like Andy Warhol and Corita Kent. 

All ages invited to this event and refreshments will be served.

The Delaware Free branch is located at 45 Lower Main St.

For more information, call the Delaware Free branch at 845/887-4040.

Where’s Wilburr?

He’s all over Hawley!

HAWLEY, PA — The Downtown Hawley Partnership presents its annual Where’s Wilburr scavenger hunt from Saturday, February 11 to Tuesday, February 21.

Visit Hawley at any time during the hunt period. Wilburr the Snowman will be hiding at each participating business.

Pick up a game card at a participating business, find Wilburr to have your card stamped, and then turn your completed card in for a chance to win a gift certificate.

On Saturday, February 11 at 11 a.m., enjoy a photo-op breakfast with Wilburr at the Lake Wally Cafe at 401 Main Ave.

For more information visit www.visithawleypa.com.

Ed Townsend, left, wrote “Let’s Get it On” at Mickey Barnett’s Little Giant recording studio in Bethel, NY. Barnett is pictured at right.
Ed Townsend, left, wrote “Let’s Get it On” at Mickey Barnett’s Little Giant recording studio in Bethel, NY. Barnett is pictured at right.

A tuneful celebration of Black history

HURLEYVILLE, NY — Several years ago, local singer Mickey Barnett told a story to folks from the Sullivan County Museum & Cultural Center about how one of America’s most iconic soul songs, the Ed Townsend-penned “Let’s Get It On” by Marvin Gaye, came to be written in Bethel, NY.

The story will be part of a concert at 2 p.m., Saturday, February 11, by Barnett, who will perform classic renditions of the music of Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins and others. Following his performance, Barnett will share how songwriter Townsend wrote “Let’s Get it On” at Barnett’s Little Giant recording studio in Bethel.

Along with the concert that day, and in celebration of Black History Month, the Frederick Cook Society will present an exhibition highlighting the accomplishments of two of the greatest Black explorers in America’s history: Matthew Henson and Barbara Hillary.

Henson (1866-1955) was the descendant of Black slaves. He traveled with Adm. Robert Peary as a member of an expedition to the North Pole in 1909. Henson’s dog-handling skills, fluent Inuit and all-round resourcefulness were key to the expedition’s success, according to a press release from the Sullivan County Museum.

Barbara Hillary (1931-2019) was an American nurse, publisher, adventurer, Arctic explorer, and inspirational speaker. In 2007, at the age of 75, Hillary became the first known Black woman to reach the North Pole. She trekked to the South Pole in January 2011 at the age of 79, thus becoming the first African American woman on record to reach both poles.
Barbara Hillary (1931-2019) was an American nurse, publisher, adventurer, Arctic explorer, and inspirational speaker. In 2007, at the age of 75, …

Barbara Hillary (1931-2019) was an American nurse, publisher, adventurer, Arctic explorer, and inspirational speaker. Born in New York City, she attended the New School University, from which she earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in gerontology.

In 2007 at the age of 75, Hillary became the first known black woman to reach the North Pole. She trekked to the South Pole in January 2011 at the age of 79, thus becoming the first African American woman on record to reach both poles. She was also a friend of the Frederick Cook Society, and in 2009 came to Hurleyville and presented a talk about her Arctic adventures.

The evening ends with a 3 p.m. performance by Little Sparrow, Cecil Allan and Van Manakas at the Sullivan County Museum, which is located at 265 Main St.

For more information, call 845/434-8044, or visit www.facebook.com/littlesparrowny.

The Great Wall of Honesdale in 2022, and its artists.
The Great Wall of Honesdale in 2022, and its artists.

Join the Great Wall of Honesdale

HONESDALE, PA — The Wayne County Arts Alliance (WCAA) and curators Marguerite (Maggie) Fuller and Phyllis Chekenian are seeking submissions for the 2023 Great Wall of Honesdale. The deadline is Tuesday, February 28.

Artists can submit up to three images on the theme “Home Is…”

It ties in with the grant recently received by the WCAA to purchase a new home for the alliance on Main Street. So think about home, a WCAA spokesperson said. What does the concept mean to you, and what does it look like?

In early June, the WCAA will unveil 12 panels with newly selected artwork, which will be displayed for a year. Each artist is permanently featured on the Wall’s website (see link below).

For full details, visit www.thegreatwallofhonesdale.com/call-for-entries-2023 or the WCAA site at waynecountyartsalliance.org/entries-2023-great-wall/.

The cast of "Reel Love" rehearses the choreography.
The cast of "Reel Love" rehearses the choreography.

Reel Love’ by the Presby Players

PORT JERVIS, NY — You can celebrate love with music and song at the Presby Players’ Valentine’s Day performance, “Reel Love.” It’s a cabaret of love songs from favorite movies, old and new.

The performances will be held at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, February 10 and 11, and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 12. All will take place at Marsh Hall.

The idea, said musical director Sandy Stalter, was to move away from Broadway tunes and do something new. “We decided to do a show featuring original songs that were written specifically for movies” from 1932 to 2017.

The show is choreographed by Melissa Thomas. “We love working with Melissa,” said Director Jeffrey Stocker.

He added, “I think the audience will love it,” said director Jeffrey Stocker. “The dance is great and there are a lot of songs they will recognize and probably some new ones.”

Marsh Hall is located at 60 Sussex St. Tickets cost $15 at the door.

For more information, visit the Presby Players page on Facebook.

Almquist, Maletz exhibit at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance

NARROWSBURG, NY — The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance (DVAA) presents an opening reception for its two new art exhibitions, titled “The Space Between You and Men,” by Robyn Almquist, and “Abundance,” by Allison Maletz. The reception will take place on Saturday, February 11 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the DVAA, 37 Main St.

The exhibits will be on view through Sunday, March 26.

Robyn Almquist combines painting, collage, and printmaking to confront the intractable subjects of environmental destruction, gun violence, wealth disparity, political polarization and power, according to a DVAA spokesperson. She lives in Livingston Manor and is the founder and creative director of ArtKill Catskill magazine.

An artist talk is scheduled for Saturday, February 25; see link below for details.

Allison Maletz presents a series of watercolor paintings celebrating the thriving wild ecosystem in Sullivan County. These life-size watercolors depict the plethora of native flora and fauna, along with its pests and invasive species, which complete our gardens, public spaces and conversations, the spokesperson said.

Maletz lives and works between Barryville and New York City. An artist talk is scheduled for Saturday, March 18; see link below for details.

DVAA’s galleries are free and open to the public; masks are recommended.

To learn more about the artists or for other information, visit delawarevalleyartsalliance.org.

Understand the Ag and Markets law

MAMAKATING, NY — The New York State Agriculture and Markets Law affects Sullivan County and its farmland. To help the community understand what the Ag and Markets law means for the community and what conditions it covers, staff from the division and from Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County will hold a three-part workshop about the law.

The first workshop will take place on Wednesday, February 15 at 6 p.m.

The sessions are aimed at municipal officials, code enforcement officers and real estate professionals.

Topics to be covered on February 15 include agricultural districts and how they relate to zoning within the municipality, agricultural assessments and right-to-farm laws. The ag data statement, the 239 review process and ag disclosure notices will also be covered.

The second and third workshops will also cover agricultural zoning, and will discuss farmland preservation techniques. A farm visit will be held for attendees.

There is no fee, but preregistration is required. Call 845/292-6180 or email sullivan@cornell.edu.

More information on the workshops can be found at sullivancce.org/events. Those with related questions can email sullivan@cornell.edu or call 845/292-6180.

Attention actors: Audition for SCDW’s ‘A Lovely Day to Kill Your Spouse’

SOUTH FALLSBURG, NY — The Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop (SCDW) will hold auditions for Lindsey Brown’s “A Lovely Day to Kill Your Spouse” on Saturday, March 11 and Sunday, March 12 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the senior center at 12 Laurel Ave.

The group is seeking two males aged 50-59 and two females aged 40-49, as well as a stage manager, props person, set crew and painters.

If interested, call 845/434-0209 or 845/798-8896, or email gladsally@gmail.com.

Auditions for SCDW’s ‘Oliver’

MONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop (SCDW) will hold auditions for its July performances of Lionel Bart’s “Oliver.” The group is looking for males and females from ages 10 to 60-plus.

Audition dates are Saturday, February 18 and Sunday, February 19 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at St. John’s Church on St. John Street.

For more information, email heatherscdw@gmail.com.

Free tax prep available

LIBERTY and MONTICELLO, NY — Volunteers trained as tax counselors can prepare and file federal and state tax returns at no cost to individuals and families through the AARP Tax-Aide program, part of the AARP Foundation.

Preparation of tax returns will be offered at these locations on these days by appointment:

Mondays and Wednesdays, Cornell Cooperative Extension, Liberty, 845/292-6180. The cooperative extension is located at 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, E.B. Crawford Public Library, Monticello, 845/794-4660. The library is located at 479 Broadway.

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