Join a crafting retreat—knit, crochet and more

STARLIGHT, PA — Bring your knitting friends or come find some new ones this Summer on the banks of the Delaware River; the retreat takes place at the Delaware River Club, located at 1228 Winterdale Rd., and runs from Friday, July 28 to Sunday, July 30.

Workshop teachers include Christi Johnson (author of “Mystical Stitches”), yoga, mindfulness and knitting from Liza Laird (author of “Yoga of Yarn”); and crocheted jewelry from Leila McCullough (owner of Wool Worth in Callicoon).

Inclusive pricing structure can include accommodation, chef-prepared meals, supplies and transportation. Costs range from $250 to $700.

Learn more at www.wool-worth.com/catskills-retreat, or by emailing leila@wool-worth.com.

Check out the latest in White Sulphur Springs

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, NY — On Monday, July 24 at 6 p.m., visit the garden next to the White Sulphur Springs Inn, for the unveiling of an oversized Adirondack chair.

The chair was built by Sullivan County BOCES students under the direction of instructor Darryl Emmett. It was hand-painted by Sullivan County resident Kayli Hussey.

The committee will also have on display sponsor signs to show their gratitude to the local businesses, families and organizations who financially supported its efforts.

“Our beautification group has worked hard over the past two decades to enhance the hamlet of White Sulphur Springs,” a spokesperson said. “We are proud of our community, which we lovingly refer to as a ‘small town with a BIG heart.’”

Among its many projects: a Sunflower Challenge, where members provided sunflower seeds to White Sulphur Springs residents to plant for a magnificent display around town.

The White Sulphur Springs Inn is located at 3334 State Rte. 52.

For more information, email Nancy Esposito at nesposito@hvc.rr.com, or call 845/292-2683.

The art of Nancy Wells at the WCAA

HONESDALE, PA — The Wayne County Arts Alliance (WCAA) will host an exhibit titled “State of Being: the Art of Nancy Wells,” on display from Friday, July 21 to Friday, September 1; an artist’s reception will be held on Friday, July 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Wells is a printmaker, painter, photographer, digital artist, sculptor, dollmaker and poet. On view will be her exploration of mixed digital collagraphs, watercolors, conté drawings, sculptures and her own print process, which is based on the vintage Foilographics foil art technique.

The WCAA is located at 959 Main St. For more information, visit waynecountyartsalliance.org or call 570/729-5740.

Become a Wordsmith

WURTSBORO, NY — The next meeting of the Wordsmiths will take place on Friday, July 28 at 10:30 a.m. at the Mamakating Library.

Once a month this group of local writers gathers to share excerpts from works in progress.

Writers create imaginary worlds in solitude. Many prefer it. “But, sometimes we need more than the confused, but patient smile of a loved one as a response to whether what we create works or not,” a spokesperson said.

Wordsmith meetings are described as a judgement-free place for helpful critiques.

Light refreshments will be provided.

The library is located at 128 Sullivan St.

Register at mamakatinglibrary.org or by calling 845/888-8004.

Arts and crafts fair in Smallwood

SMALLWOOD, NY — The Smallwood Civic Association (SWCA) will hold an arts and crafts fair on Sunday, July 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the SWCA Lodge and Park Complex.

Vendors and exhibitors are wanted, but the deadline to sign up is Sunday, July 23.

The event is open to the public. Refreshments and water will be available.

The lodge and park complex is located at 302 Pine Grove Rd. Setup is at 10 a.m. on the day of the  event.

There is no fee to exhibit or sell. For more information, contact Adrienne at adriennew4199@gmail.com or Terry at monte125@aol.com.