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Eastern Sullivan County Edition

CURRENT EVENTS

FRI. FEB. 3

• Pre-Valentine’s Day Fair & Open House: 6:30PM to 8:30PM. At Towne Gift Shoppe, 4887 Main St., Jeffersonville. Join us, the Enchanted Florist and local businesses for taste testing, shopping, fun, flowers, fairies and freebies. Kid’s craft table, Java Love brewing for the adults. Call 842-4182.

• Want to attend a Friday Night Shabbat service, but not sure how?: Join us for a Shabbat experience, Friday, Feb. 3 at Landfield Ave. Synagogue, 18 Landfield Ave. Monticello. Candle lighting begins at 4:45PM followed by begginer’s service and a delicious Shabbat meal. RSVP @ 845-794-8470 or email: monti celloshule@ gmail. com. Experience Shabbat once and you'll love it!

SAT. FEB. 4

• Auditions – “Showtime on the Showboat”: 2:30PM at Sullivan County Museum in Hurleyville. Casting a short, funny one-act melodrama, part of Vaudeville in the Catskills! Performances are Mar. 31 and April 1. Need 4-7 women, 20-55; 4-5 men, 20-55. Also looking for Showgirls, Dancers, Jugglers, “3-card Monty” or other novelty acts. Plus Stage Manager and Stage Crew. If unable to attend, contact Victoria Leighton at 917-531-6689 or theatreperson@verizon.net.

• Liberty Jazz Festival – Local Bands and Clinic with Prominent Jazz Artist: Concert featuring High School and Middle School jazz ensembles from Liberty and Monticello at 7PM. Students can also participate in afternoon clinic at 3PM with Michael Pacer, saxophone and woodwind specialist. All at Liberty MS Gym. $3 ($10/family of 4 or more). Benefits music scholarship fund & WSUL/ WVOS Heart-A-Thon. For info, call 845-292-5400 x5117 or email gsiegel @liberty k12.org.

• The Great Sullivan County Foodraiser is Back! Stacy and Friends and Community Unity will present live music at six locations—Mr. Willy’s, The Dancing Cat Saloon, The Dancing Cat Distillery, Dutch’s Tavern, Bum & Kells and the Woodsong Café at the Hurleyville Museum. Come play music or hang with the crowd. Call for times. No cover charge, but Community Unity will be raising funds for the 21 food pantries of Sullivan Cty. Yellow Cab Company will be providing shuttles between the venues. For info, c

• Live Bluegrass & Jazz at Woodsongs Coffee House: Feb. 4 from 6PM to 9PM. Sulivan County Museum, 265 Main St, Hurleyville. $5 donation goes to food bank Foodraiser. For info, call 845-434-8044 or 845-671-9548.

SUN. FEB. 5

• Pancake Breakfast: Feb 5, 7AM to 12 noon. Woodbourne Fire Dept. Adults $7; age 12 and under $4; 5 and under free. For info, call 845-434-6763. Takeouts too!

• Sullivan County Philatelic Society: Feb 5 at 1PM. 20-lot stamp auction, door prizes. Open to public. Also looking for junior collectors to start club. At Ted Stroebele Rec. Center, Monticello. Call 845-794-2586 for info.

MON. FEB. 6

• “Funding for Sullivan County” Free Info Forum: At 7PM. CVI Building, Ferndale. For municipal officials, local dev. corporations, grant writers, and state grant applicants—understanding the new regional approach and the consolidated funding application. Pre-register at 845-295-2443.

TUE. FEB. 7

• Spaghetti Dinner: From 4PM to 7:30PM. At Liberty United Methodist Church in church hall at 170 North Main St. $7 for adults; $3.50 for ages under 12. 845-292-6243.

WED. FEB. 8

• Town of Thompson Informational Meeting: Two meetings on Feb. 8—first at 1PM for contractors who want to bid on home improvement grants. Second meeting at 2PM for residents to discuss requirements for work projects for homes in need. At Town Hall Meeting Room. To RSVP, call 845-794-2500 ext 304 or click grants @townof thompson.com.

FRI. FEB. 10/SAT. FEB. 11

• Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop’s Broadway Cabaret: Feb. 10 & 11 at 8PM. Hear the finest voices in Sullivan County present a tribute to Irving Berlin and other Broadway composers. At the Sullivan County Museum, Hurleyville, NY. Dessert will be served. $10/person. For info, call Richard Chiger at 845-794-7966 or click on www. scdw.net.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Wurtsboro Winterfest: Feb. 11, 11AM to 3PM. Ice-carving contest and awards ceremony, Treasure Hunt drawing. Plus Chili Cook-off contest, Valentine Art Show. For info, see www.wurtsboro.com.

• Ice Fishing Contest: Feb 11, 7AM to 3PM at Morningside Lake off Brickman Road in Hurleyville. Spons. by Fire Dept. Adut and youth divisions in five fish categories. Raffle prizes include flat screen TV & gas grill. Call 845-436-5418 for info.

• Rock Hill Fire Dept. Pancake Breakfast: Feb. 12, 7AM to 12 noon. Adults $7; kids 5-12 $5; under 5 free. Now with REAL maple syrup! 61 Glen Wild Road, Rock Hill.

• Body Mind & Spirit Wellness Center Presents Film - Yogawoman: Feb. 13, 7PM. Exceptional documentary features interviews with top women yoga teachers. Q & A session will follow. Please call for reservations. 12 Plank Road, Mongaup Valley, N.Y. 845-583-7777.

• Professional Women of Sullivan County Meeting: Feb. 15; 6PM for networking, 6:30PM for dinner. At CRMC in board room. $22/person; speaker Camille Johnson from Viridian Engery. Call 845-693-4917.

• Monticello Fire Department Ice Fishing Contest: Feb. 18; 6AM– 3PM. At Fireman’s Camp Road, Sackett Lake. Adults (14 & over) $10; kids 7 - 13 $5; kids 6 & under free. Includes continental breakfast, plus cash prizes and trophies for adult division. Trophies for kids division. Baitfish available on site. Food available. For more info, call 794-6330.

• Reggae Riot Dinner at CAS: Feb. 18, from 6:30-9:30PM. Annual dinner dance hosted by Catskill Art Society. This year, we’re heading to Jamaica! Authentic Jamaican fare, Jamaican beer, wine and other beverages, “The Real Ting” Raffle—one chance with each admission. DJ music. Tickets $50/person. Call 845-436-4227 or email kathryn@catskillartsociety.org.

• Claryville VFD Pancake & French Toast Breakfast: Feb 19 (None in March; then on April 15; May 13 - Mothers Day). At 1500 Claryville Road, Claryville, NY. All you can eat! Eggs, sausage, hash browns. All freshly made in a sit-down family atmosphere. Adults $7, children 5-11years $3, under 5 years free. Takeouts avail. 845-985-7270.

• Rock Hill Fire Dept. Ladies Aux. Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner: Feb 25, 4:30PM to 7:30PM. Join us for food and fun! Dinner includes salad, bread, bev. and dessert. Ages 3 to 12 $3; Seniors 60 and up $5; Adults 13 to 59 $7. Take outs also available. Rock Hill Fire House, 61 Glen Wild Road, Rock Hill. For Info call 845-794-6865 or click on PAMNCHET @AOL.com.

• Orange County Horse Council Equine Spring Fling: March 10, 10AM-4PM. Goshen Harness Racing Museum. Setup 8AM-10AM. We would like your organization to be represented & your members to attend. Featuring equine art, fashion show, refreshments, new & used tack, door prizes, information booths, 50-50 raffle, arts & crafts, and anything you would like to promote. $20 to reserve your table. For further info, contact Debbie Botbyl 845- 537-0200 or dbotyl@hotmail.com.

• Monticello Fire Dept. Pancake Breakfast: March 18, 7AM-noon. 23 Richardson Avenue. Adults $6; Seniors $5; Kids $4.

• Save the Date Casino Trip - Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs: Sat., March 24. Bus leaves Apollo Plaza at 8:15AM. Sponsored by Monticello Kiwanis. $30/person. Free Play – $30 plus $10 food coupon. For info, call Lori at 845-794-7050 or 845-794-2888.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Mazel Tov! Our Torah Has Been Found! The Landfield Ave. Synagogue reports their stolen Torah is now in the hands of the Monticello police and a suspect has been arrested.

• Delaware Highlands Conservancy Has New Website: Site contains a wealth of info about our ongoing efforts to protect the lands, waters, and quality of life in the Upper Delaware River region. We are at www.DelawareHighlands.org. Join us on Facebook, as well.

• Support Your Local Food Pantry: Fallsburg’s Town Clerk’s Office accepting items at Town Hall, 10 Railroad Plaza, S.Fallsburg. Please contact Clerk Donna Akerley at 434-8810 or drop off items Mon. through Fri., 8:30AM to 4PM. Donate unopened, currently dated, non-perishable food items or new personal hygeine items. Thank you!

• Catskill Artists Gallery Closing Its Liberty Exhibition Space: Final day for the public is January 29. Most artists and craftspeople have heavily discounted their work. Visit 38 South Main Street to take advantage of this sale. Don’t forget Valentine’s Day gift selection! CAG will continue as a gallery-without-walls offering exhibitions in appropriate local venues. Stay tuned for info about our 2012 exhibitions.

• CAS Open Call for 2013 Exhibition Season Proposals: Feb. 1 postmark proposal deadline for artists and curators interested in submitting an application for the 2013 Exhibition Season. Send to CAS, c/o 2013 Exhibition Season, PO Box 991, Livingston Manor, NY 12758. CAS will notify all applicants before the end of April 2012. Please email Kathryn@catskillartsociety.org or call 845-436-4227 with questions.

• Ethelbert B. Crawford Library Closing for Renovations: Libary closing 4PM, Fri. Jan. 6, and will re-open Tues. Jan. 17. Patrons may have interlibrary loan items routed to another library in the area. Patrons can change the delivery location online or at 845-794-4660 ext. 6.

• Recovery Center’s 18th Annual Alcohol, Tobacco, Gambling & Drug Abuse Poster Contest: In addition to cash prizes for winners, the grand prize winners’ posters will be printed and hung throughout Sullivan County. Entrants will be honored on April 27. Drop off posters at 396 Broadway, Monticello, from Feb. 21 to Feb. 24. For info, call 845-794-8080, ext. 117.

• Snowmobile Safety Course in Swan Lake: 8AM to 5PM. Lunch supplied. Swan Lake Firehouse. Call for dates and to pre-register — 845-292-8406.

• Don’t Forget Liberty Free Theatre!: In these dark months, we take heart that, come spring, the lights will return to Liberty Free Theatre. You can help by clicking the “donate” button at www. Liberty FreeTheatre.org. (501(c)3 not for profit.) Or send a check to Liberty Free Theatre, 109 South Main St., Liberty, NY 12754.

• Catskill Nordic Ski Club: Informal guided cross-country ski trips. Most are free and last 2 hours, except where noted, and begin at 1:30PM on a Saturday – unless otherwise indicated. For info about the club & the new schedule, call president Pat Gerstman 794-1039 or e-mail ekalter@hvc.rr.com.

• History Research Center Opens: Located on upper level of Time and the Valleys Museum. A wealth of research materials! Local census records, cemetery records, photos & more. Hrs: Sat., noon-4PM and by appt. on Thurs. 1-4PM. Grahamsville. 845-985-7700 or www.timeandthevalleymuseum.org.

• 2012 Neversink Renaissance Barn Quilt Calendar: $7; purchase at Neversink Town Hall, Daniel Pierce Library, and Time & the Valleys Museum (purchase three, get one free). Proceeds to Tri-Valley Little League and town projects. Download order form at www.townofneversink.org. For info, call 845-985-7685.

• Winter ClothingDrive: Seeking gently used clothes/outerwear. Drop off at Fallsburg Library, 12 Railroad Plaza. Call 845-436-6067.

• Cornell Co-op, New York Farm Bureau and NY State Dept. of Agriculture Establish CCE Forage Exchange: To assist farmers affected by recent flooding. Exchange can be reached via front page of Cornell Co-op’s webpage at http: //cce.cornell.edu. Forage Exchange provides electronic venue for farmers who have available feed and forage to post it, and for farmers who need it to locate it.

• Learn About eBooks at Liberty Library: Kindle, Nook or other eBook reader owners, are you tired of spending big bucks on books? Why not use the library’s free eBook downloads? Now compatible with Kindle, and other devices. 21-day loan period with no late fees. Follow Digital Media links on www.libertypubliclibrary. org. For hands-on help with downloadable materials, call 845-292-6070 to register for the following classes: Jan 13, 11AM; Jan. 19, 4PM; Jan. 27, 11AM; Feb. 2, 4PM; Feb. 3, 11AM. Please bring your eReader device and your laptop, if possible.

• Liberty Library Programs: Drop-in Stories every Wednesday at 11AM. Children hear stories, songs, poems, and participate in flannel board and craft activities, too. All ages welcome, including babies. Knitting and Crocheting Group every Tues. morning from 10AM - 12 noon, lower level children’s room of library. Great way to share tips, exchange patterns, get advice and meet new people. Beginners are welcome. No registration, just drop in. For more info, call Liberty Public Library at (845) 292-6070.

• Sullivan Coounty Audubon Society First Feeder Count: During first 7 days of each month (Nov. to Apr.) At the end of the week send your highest count for each species by using the feeder count on our website www.sullivanaudubon.org. Start any month and do as many months as you wish!

• Child Passenger Safety Seat Technician: Available to help set up seat in your car. Free. Contact Fallsburg Police Officer Jason Edwards at 845-434-4422.

• C.A.C.H.E. Thrift Shop: Clothing for men, ladies, children & plus sizes. 40 N. Main St., Liberty. Tues-Fri 10-5, Sat 10:30 – 2:30. Call 845-292-2563.

• Food Pantry for Mamakating Residents: Wed. 10AM–Noon; Thurs. 4-6PM. No appt. neccesary For Emergency Food Assistance call 845-888-5626. Community Church of Wurtsboro Fellowship Hall, 134 Sullivan Street.

• Silver Sneakers, Adult Fitness Classes: Using weights, balls and bands. Sitting down or standing up. Also Lite Cardio. Liberty Fitness, 85 N. Main St, every Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. Class starts at 10AM. 845-292-0756.

• “One Day at a Time” AA Group: Friendship Baptist Church in Ferndale. Mon.-Thurs. 5-6PM, Fri. Noon-1PM. 845-292-2488.

• Liberty Assembly of God Church Events: Sunday Services: 11AM morning worship, 6PM evening service. Tues: Bible Study at 2PM. Wed: Praise and Prayer Service at 7PM. 46 Lincoln Place, Liberty. Call 845-292-5571.

• Senior Club in Loch Sheldrake: Sullivan County residents welcome. Trips, speakers, great fun. Call 845-747-9084.

• Help Available for Substance Abusers: The Biochemical Dependency Unit at CRMC offers effective detox program for men & women. 24-hours, 7 days a week: 845-794-3300, ext. 2803.

• Make a Difference: Volunteer at the Catskill Regional Medical Center. 845-794-3300, ext. 2184.

ONGOING CALENDAR

FRIDAY

• Vice Versa Meetings: Fridays – 6-6:30PM (16 yrs and over.) Vice Versa is intended to draw men and women away from the vices of this world. Harvest Family Church, 2631 Route 52, Liberty. 845-295-4560.

• Men’s Ministry: NFL (New Foundation League). 7PM. 5198 Main Street, South Fallsburg. Call 845-434-1270 or click on www.secondchance127. org.

• Shabbat Services – Friday: 8PM. Cong. Temple Beth-El, 3531 Route 55, between Kauneonga Lake/ White Lake. Conservative egalitarian services. All welcome. Call 845-583-4442 or 845-583-5023.

• Shabbat Services: 7:30PM. Temple Sholom, Rt. 42 & East Dillon Rd. in Monticello. 845-794-8731.

• AA Meeting: Fridays, 8:30PM. United Methodist Church, Rock Hill Drive.

SATURDAY

• Shabbat Services: At 9:30AM. Temple Beth-El, 3531 Route 55, between Kauneonga & White Lake. Conservative egalitarian services led by Rabbi Robert Kasman. All welcome. Call 845-583-4442 or 845-586-5023.

• Noah’s Arch Thrift Shop: Open every Wed. and Sat. 10AM to 2PM. Clothing, shoes and accessories for men, women and children. Plus housewares, cookware, small appliances. Monticello U.M. Church, 455 Broadway.

• Torah Discussion: Sat. 10:30AM. Temple Sholom, Rt. 42 in Monticello. Call 845-794-8731.

• General Bible Study: 7PM. 5198 Main St., So. Fallsburg. Non-denominational group. Call 845-434-1270 or click: www.second chance127.org.

• Contemporary Worship: 7PM. Rock Hill United Methodist Church, 254 Rock Hill Drive. Call 845-796-2826.

• Al-Anon Meeting: Is your life affected by someone’s drinking? A spouse, child, friend, relative? Are you tired of being tired? You have choices! 8PM at United Methodist Church, 170 N. Main St., Liberty. www.al-anon.alateen. org.

SUNDAY

• Church Services: 10AM. Non-denominational. 5198 Main St., So. Fallsburg. Call 845-434-1270. Contact Email at secondchance127@aol.com.

• Harvest Family Church: 10:30AM. 2631 Rte 52 in Liberty. Non-denominational. Call 845-295-4560 or click www. bringingintheharvest.org.

• Liberty Assembly of God: 11AM morning worship, 6PM evening service. 46 Lincoln Place. Call 845-292-5571.

• Narcotics Anonymous Meetings: Thurs. at 8PM (open meeting; all welcome) and Sundays at 4:30PM (young persons’ meeting). St. James Episcopal Church, Rte 17B in Callicoon.

• Sun. Evening Worship: 6PM. Service/ Celebration. Dinner provided! Rock Hill Church of the Nazarene, 210 Katrina Falls Rd. Call 845-796-3729.

MONDAY

• Lose a Child? Need Support?: Support group in Mongaup Valley area meets last Mon. 845-583-4505 or 845-428-3306.

• Tai Chi for Seniors: 12 Noon-2PM. Ted Stroebel Rec. Ctr, Broadway and Jefferson St., Monticello. Call 845-794-6847 for info.

• Calico Quilters: 7PM, 2nd Mon. of the month at the Cornell Coop Ext, Liberty. Guests welcome.

• Al-Anon Meeting: Is your life affected by someone’s drinking? A spouse, child, friend, relative? Are you tired of being tired? You have choices! Mondays at 7PM; UM Church, 170 N. Main St., Liberty. Click www.al-anon.alateen. org.

TUESDAY

• Calling All Avid Knitters or Crocheters: Join a small group of experienced knitters and crocheters at Liberty Public Library Tuesdays at 11AM. Bring a current project. If you are a beginner, members can get you started. Call 845-292-6070.

• So. Fallsburg Senior Club: Membership is extended to all senior residents of Fallsburg. Meetings Tues. at 1PM at the Senior & Youth Ctr., 21 Laurel Ave. 845-434-2971.

• Liberty Assembly of God: Bible study, Tuesday at 2PM. 46 Lincoln Place. Call 845-292-5571.

• Landfield Avenue Synagogue: Torah Study Classes Tuesday evenings. Times and locations vary. Call 794-8470 for info.

• Bethel First Monthly Meeting: First Tuesday at 7PM. Bethel Senior Center in Kauneonga Lake. 845-583-7488/583-6540.

• Bingo at Monticello Elks: Every Tues. at 7PM. Come join the fun! 46 North St. 845-794-1544.

• So. Fallsburg Senior Club: Meets every Tuesday at the Senior and Youth Ctr., 21 Laurel Ave. (behind the Rivoli). 845-794-1671.

WEDNESDAY

• Changing Hands Thrift Shop: First Church of Monticello, Presbyterian thrift shop is open every Wed. from 10AM to 2PM. Come in for $5 bags! Call 845-794-5783.

• Blood Drive: 11AM-4PM, 2nd Wed. CRMC Boardroom, Harris. Call 794-3300 x 2269/ 2214 or visit www.givelife.org.

• Liberty Elks Family Night: First Wed, 5-7PM. Menu varies. Public invited. Liberty Elks Lodge, Darbee Lane. Call 845-292-3434.

• Catskill Toastmasters (Public Speaking) Club: Meets 2nd and 4th Wed. at 5:30PM at Sullivan Arc, 162 East Broadway, Monticello. Call 845-796-1350 X 6133 or visit www.catskilltoast maters.org.

• Women of Hope Ministry: 7PM. 5198 Main St., So. Fallsburg. Call 845-434-1270. Email secondchance127@aol.com.

• Harvest Family Church Wednesday Services: 7:00PM. Non-Denominational. 2631 Rte 52, Liberty. Call 845-295-4560 or click www.bringing intheharvest. org.

• Children’s Bereavement Support Group: Every Wed., 6–7:30PM. CRMC’s Adult Day Care Ctr., 1st Floor Ambulatory Services in Harris. Call 845-794-3300 x 2921.

• Liberty Assembly of God: Praise and Prayer service, Wednesdays at 7PM. 46 Lincoln Place. Call 845-292-5571.

• Pet Loss Support Group: First Wed. of month from 7-8:30PM. Mtn. Ridge Psych. Services, 96 Rte 302, Pine Bush. No charge.Call 845-744-2575.

THURSDAY

• Breast Cancer Support Group: Last Thursday of month. 1PM to 3PM. Held at Crystal Run, led by specially trained survivor. Yoga/exercise program. Free. 61 Emerald Place, 3rd floor. Call 845-339-4673 or www.breastcanceroptions .org.

• Caring for Caregivers: 2nd Thurs. of month at 2PM. Grahamsville Ref. Church, Route 55. Free; refreshments. Call 845-292-5250.

• Al-Anon Meeting: Is your life affected by someone’s drinking? Are you tired of being tired? You have choices. 7PM at Immaculate Conception Church Annex, 6317 Route 42, Woodbourne. Click www.al-anon.alateen.org

• Autistic Support Group for Parents/ Caregivers: 2nd Thurs of month; 7PM to 8:30PM. NEW LOCATION: A.T.I., 309 East Broadway, Monticello. Call 845-794-4228 x304 or x310.

• Narcotics Anonymous Meetings: Thursdays at 8PM (open meeting; all welcome) & Sundays at 4:30PM (young persons’ meeting). At St. James Episcopal Church, Rte 17B in Callicoon.

ONGOING ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Silver Sneakers Senior Fitness: Mon. and Wed. at 10:30AM. Fitness Factory, 36 Forestburg Rd., Monticello. 845-794-7344.

• Lighthouse Ministries Meeting Weekly in Neversink: Sundays & Weds. Services and Bible studies, call 845-985-7026.

• Drinking a Problem? Alcoholics Anonymous Can Help: Reach out to SC Hotline: 866-490-5686.

• Landfield Avenue Synagogue Daily morning Services: Mon.- Fri. 7:30AM, Sat. 9:30 AM, Sun. 8AM. Evening services 10 - 15 mins before sundown. Call 794-8470 for info.

• T.A.R.A: (The Animal Rights Alliance) Spay/ neuter clinic for cats. For only $70, your cat will be spayed/neutered, given a rabies vaccine, etc. Call 754-7100 today—there’s no excuse not to spay!

• Parent’s Anonymous: Tues. 7-9PM at CACHE office in Liberty; Wed. 1:30-3:30PM at Woodland Townhouses; Friday 7-9PM at CACHE. For details call 845-292-5821, ext 633.

• S.C. SPCA Now Seeking Volunteers: For animal care, buildings/ grounds, off-site events, and computer skills. Call 845-887-5802 for info.

• Parent’s Anonymous: Tues. 7-9PM at CACHE office in Liberty; Wed. 1:30-3:30PM at Woodland Townhouses; Friday 7-9PM at CACHE. For details call 845-292-5821, ext 633.

• Home At Last Cat Sanctuary: is looking for a donated building to house “community” (aka feral) cats! And we need pro-active volunteers, too. Call Sally 845-434-0209 or Dot 796-3555.

• St. Peter’s Children’s Thrift Shop: Wed & Sat., 10AM-12PM. Recycled and New Clothing. 270 N. Main St. in Liberty.

• AA Meetings: Every Thurs. & Sat., 8PM. First Presbyterian Church, corner of Main St. and Church St., Liberty.

• Consumer HelpLine: Open Mon.–Fri., 8:30AM-4:30PM. Toll Free: 1-877-292-5250. Need help? Call us! Administered by CCE of Sullivan County.

• Adopt a Great Dog or Cat: SC S.P.C.A. animals need homes! Blankets, big dog toys, canned dog food, kitty litter etc., also needed. Open 7 days, 12-5PM. 104 Rock Hill Drive, Rock Hill. Call 796-3120.

• Mountaindale Dog Pound Seeks Donations: In need of blankets, towels, large rawhides, dry & wet dog food, dog treats. Bring to Fallsburg Town Clerk’s office, 19 Railroad Plaza, S. Fallsburg. 845-434-8810.

• Way To Calvary Ministries: Seeking donations to distribute to single parents & their children. Cash donations are badly needed. Call 845-434-6972.

• Food Pantry: If you are in need of food in the Sullivan Co. area call 1-877-35 GLORY. Ask for Pastor Diane or Pastor Bill.

Western Sullivan County Edition

CURRENT EVENTS

FRI. FEB. 3

• Pre-Valentine’s Day Fair & Open House: 6:30PM to 8:30PM. At Towne Gift Shoppe, 4887 Main St., Jeffersonville. Join us, the Enchanted Florist and other local businesses for taste testing, shopping, fun, flowers, fairies and freebies. Kid’s craft table, Java Love brewing for the adults. Call 842-4182.

• Live Music with Dave Walton & His Guitar: 8-10PM. Enjoy folk rock at The Lazy Beagle Pub & Grill, 2 Pearl St., Livingston Manor, NY. For info, call 845-439-3405.

• Want to attend a Friday Night Shabbat service, but not sure how?: Join us for a Shabbat experience, Friday, Feb. 3 at Landfield Ave. Synagogue, 18 Landfield Ave. Monticello. Candle lighting begins at 4:45PM followed by begginer’s service and a delicious traditional Shabbat meal. RSVP @ 845-794-8470 or email: monti celloshule@gmail.com. Experience Shabbat once and you'll love it!

• First Fridays at Calder Cafe: Feb. 3, Also. first Fridays of March & April. 6–9PM. Live music at 7:15PM. Calder House Museum at the Equinunk, PA, Hist. Society. Dessert and hot bev. Performers are welcome. For info/directions, call 570-224-0223.

SAT. FEB. 4

• The Great Sullivan County Foodraiser is Back! Stacy and Friends and Community Unity will present live music at six locations—Mr. Willy’s, The Dancing Cat Saloon, The Dancing Cat Distillery, Dutch’s Tavern, Bum & Kells and the Woodsongs Café at the Hurleyville Museum. Come play music or just hang with the crowd. Call for times. No cover charge, but Community Unity will be raising funds to support the 21 food pantries of Sullivan County. Yellow Cab Company will be providing shuttles. For info, call 583-4808 or 557-3642.

• Live Bluegrass & Jazz at Woodsongs Coffee House: 6PM to 9PM. Sulivan County Museum, 265 Main St, Hurleyville. $5 donation goes to food bank Foodraiser. For info, call 845-434-8044 or 845-671-9548.

• PEARL Center for Rural Ministry Free Seminars on Family Finances: Feb. 4 and March 3 at 1:30PM at the Abrahamsville UM Church, 623 Callicoon Road in Damascus. Get help with debt – ask the experts. All welcome to come at noon for free meal at the Pearl Café. Call 570-224-4637 for info or to arrange a ride.

• Auditions – “Showtime on the Showboat”: Feb. 4, 2:30PM at the Sullivan County Museum in Hurleyville. Casting a short, funny one-act melodrama, part of Vaudeville in the Catskills! Performances are Mar. 31 and April 1. Need 4-7 women, 20-55; 4-5 men, 20-55. Also looking for Showgirls, Dancers, Jugglers, “3-card Monty” or other novelty acts. Plus Stage Manager and Stage Crew. If unable to attend, contact Victoria Leighton at 917-531-6689 or theatreperson@verizon.net.

SUN. FEB. 5

• Annual Superbowl Pancake Breakfast with Roscoe/Rockland Fire Dept.: 7AM to noon. At the brand-new Roscoe Community Center next to Station 29 Firehouse at Rockland Rd. & Stewart Ave.

• The Yarnslingers on “LOVE”: 1PM to 3PM. The Yarnslingers’ challenge you to compose a story with an assigned theme. The event is free. Anyone who loves to write is welcome. For info or to submit a story, call 570- 224-7511 or email yarn slingers@yahoo.com. At Domesticities and the Cutting Garden, 4055 State Route 52, Youngsville.

MON. FEB. 6

THU. FEB. 9/FRI. FEB. 10/SAT. FEB. 11

• Mid-Winter Mini Rummage Sale: Feb. 9 & 10, 9:30AM to 5PM; Feb. 11, 9:30AM to 1PM. NO BAG DAY! Always something for everyone! Roscoe Presbyterian Church, Old Rte. 17.

FRI. FEB. 10/SAT. FEB. 11

• Cookie Pick at The Dime Bank, Damascus: Feb 10, 9AM to 6PM and Feb. 11, 9AM to noon. Proceeds benefit Damascus UM Church Flood Victims Pennsylvania Mission Trip. For additional info, call 570-224-4217.

• Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop’s Broadway Cabaret: Feb. 10 & 11 at 8PM. Hear the finest voices in Sullivan County present a tribute to Irving Berlin and other Broadway composers. At the Sullivan County Museum, Hurleyville, NY. Homemade desserts will be served. $10/person. For further info, call Richard Chiger at 845-794-7966 or click www.scdw.net.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• Pancake Breakfast: Feb. 12, 7AM to noon. Youngsville Fire House, 1822 Shandelee Rd. Adults $7; kids 5-12 $4; under 5 free. Pancakes with real maple syrup, eggs, sausage, OJ, coffee & tea.

• Professional Women of Sullivan County Meeting: Feb. 15; 6PM for networking, 6:30PM for dinner. At CRMC in board room. $22/person; speaker Camille Johnson from Viridian Engery. Call 845-693-4917.

• PEARL Center for Rural Ministry Free Seminars on Family Finances: March 3; 1:30PM at the Abrahamsville UM Church, 623 Callicoon Road in Damascus. Get help with debt – ask the experts. All welcome to come at noon for free meal at the Pearl Café. Call 570-224-4637 for info or to arrange a ride.

• Orange County Horse Council Equine Spring Fling: March 10, 10AM-4PM. Goshen Harness Racing Museum. Setup 8AM-10AM. We’d like your org. to be represented & your members to attend. Featuring equine art, fashion show, refreshments, new & used tack, door prizes, info booths, 50-50 raffle, arts & crafts, and anything you would like to promote. $20 to reserve your table. For further info, contact Debbie Botbyl 845-537-0200 or dbotyl @hotmail.com.

• Casino Trip- Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs: Sat. March 24. Bus leaves Apollo Plaza at 8:15AM. Sponsored by Monticello Kiwanis. $30/person. Free Play – $30 plus $10 food coupon. For info, call Lori at 845-794-7050 or 845-794-2888.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Recovery Center’s 18th Annual Alcohol, Tobacco, Gambling & Drug Abuse Poster Contest: In addition to cash prizes for winners, grand prize winners’ posters will be printed and hung throughout Sullivan County. Entrants will be honored on April 27. Drop off posters at 396 Broadway, Monticello from Feb. 21 to Feb. 24. For info, call 845-794-8080, ext. 117.

• Sullivan County Community Chorus Rehearsals Resume: Start Feb. 15 and will continue each Wed. from 6:30 to 8:30PM. At First Church of Monticello Presbyterian on Jones St. In preparation for 35th Annual Spring Concert, Sun., June 10. For further info, contact Lucille Horton at 845-794-7869.

• Delaware Highlands Conservancy Has New Website: Site contains a wealth of info about our ongoing efforts to protect the lands, waters, and quality of life in the Upper Delaware River region. We are at www.DelawareHighlands.org. Join us on Facebook, as well.

• Callicoon Farmer’s Market Indoors: Indoors every other Sunday, 11AM-2PM, now – April; Feb. 5 & 19; March 4 & 18; April 1; Special Outdoor Markets April 15 & 29. At Delaware Community Ctr, 8 Creamery Road, Callicoon. For info email manager@sullivancountyfarmersmarkets.org.

• Roscoe Students to Sing at United Nations! Roscoe Central School Music Dept. has been invited to sing at the United Nations in May 2012. They are selling Gertrude Chocolates to raise funds. Any donations would be appreciated. Send to: RCS Music Dept. c/o Fran Muller, PO Box 54,9 Roscoe, NY, 12776, or call 607-498-5777. THANKS!!

• Story Time at Three Branches of Western Sullivan Public Library: Narrowsburg, Weds, 1PM-2PM; Callicoon, Thurs, 11AM-12PM; Jeffersonville Thurs, 1PM-2PM. For more info, call 845-252-3360.

• Free Meal at PEARL Café: Community is invited to delicious, free meal, noon to 2PM, 1st Sat. of month. Abrahamsville United Methodist Church, 623 Callicoon Road, Damascus, PA. All are welcome. Call 570-224-4637 for info or to schedule a ride.

• Free Children’s After-School Programs at LM Library: Check It Out Book Club: Thurs. 3-4PM for K-2nd grade. Bookworms Book Club: Fri. 3-4PM for 3rd-5th graders. The 3-Apples Book Club: Bi-Weekly Fri. at 6PM for 6th-8th graders. Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers: Wed., 11-11:30AM. All welcome. LM Library, 92 Main St., Livingston Manor. Call 439-5440 for info.

• Cornell Co-op, Ny Farm Bureau and NY State Dept. of Ag Establish CCE Forage Exchange: To assist farmers affected by recent flooding. Exchange is on front page of Cornell Co-op’s webpage at http:// cce.cornell.edu. It provides electronic venue for farmers who have available feed and forage to post it, and for farmers who need it to access the information.

• SC Audubon Society First Feeder Count: During first 7 days of each month (Nov.-Apr.) At the end of the week send your highest count for each species by using the feeder count on our website www.sullivanaudubon.org. Start any month - as many months as you wish!

• Vendors Wanted for Community Yard Sale: In Damascus, Pa. on Memorial Day weekend. $10 fee covers both Sat. and Sun. Call Hedy at 570-224-4377 or Deb at 570-224-6671.

• Janice Center Classes: Click Register at www.janicecenter.com; pick-up forms at Janice Ctr; or call 845-482-3324. 5296 Rt. 52, Jeffersonville.

• Western Sullivan Public Library Free Computer Support and Training: Course sched. and registration at library or www.WSPLonline.org/ PCC. Support hours: Narrowsburg – Mon 1–3pm. Jeffersonville – Tues 1–7pm and Fri 1–3pm. Callicoon – Weds 1–3pm.

• Roscoe-Rockland Fire District “Buy A Brick” Program: We are building a Memorial Park...leave your impression on our “Walk of Fame.” 4”x8” brick $75; fee includes three lines. Call days 607-498-5222, x 306; evenings 607-498-4270.

• Attention All U.S. Veterans! Military personnel and vets offered FREE use of Archives and Genealogical facility and FREE assistance from staff at SC Museum, 247 Main St., Hurleyville. For further info, call: 845-434-8044.

• Donation Sites for SC SPCA: Willow and Brown Boutique and MediCap Pharmacy in L. Manor; HSBA, Body Kneads and Liberty Agway; Knit One, NeedlePoint Two in Monticello; Western Hotel and Delaware Valley Farm in Callicoon.

• Donation Site for Dessin Animal Shelter: Bring items to Waymart Bldg. Ctr., Waymart, PA. To reach the shelter, call 570-253-4037 or click dessin@ ptd.net.

• Help Available for Substance Abusers: The Biochemical Dependency Unit at CRMC offers effective detox program for men and women. Call 24 hours, 7 days a week—845-794-3300, ext. 2803.

• Food Stamps Could Help Your Family: 40% of eligible New Yorkers don’t receive Food Stamps. Get screened at 866-526-2978.

• Dance Like a Pro! Register Now!: Dance lessons with Jackie Horner. Ballroom, Latin, pre-ballet, tap, jazz, adult lyrical & hip-hop. Call 845-292-0756 for more info.

• Silver Sneakers – Adult Fitness Classes: Using weights, balls and bands. Sitting down or standing up. Lite cardio. Liberty Fitness Ctr., 85 N. Main St, every Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. Class starts at 10AM. 845-292-0756.

ONGOING CALENDAR

FRIDAY

• Seniors Gather and Reminisce: Livingston Manor Library hosts seniors on Fridays, 11AM- noon. Opportunity to gather and share autobiographical stories and life memories in social and supportive setting moderated by natural healer. Free and open to public. To register/info, call 439-5440.

• Breast Cancer Support Group: Led by specially trained survivor; fourth Fri. of month. 1:30 -2:30PM. Curves of Liberty, 5 Triangle Rd. Free Yoga class 12:30-1:30PM. 845-339-4673 or www.breast canceroptions. org.

• Tusten Seniors Club: Meets first Friday of each month at the Tusten Town Hall in Narrowsburg at 1:30PM. All are welcome.

• Shabbat Services: Friday at 7:30PM. Temple Sholom, Rt. 42 & East Dillon Rd. in Monticello. Call 845-794-8731.

• Shabbat Services – Friday: 8PM. Cong. Temple Bethel, 3531 Route 55, between Kauneonga Lake / White Lake. Conservative egalitarian services. All are welcome. Call 845-583-4442 or 845-583-5023.

SATURDAY

• CRMC Auxiliary Meeting: 3rd Sat. 1:30PM. Take part in hospital service organization projects. CRMC, Callicoon. Call 845-932-8487.

SUNDAY

• Sun. School Classes: 9:45-10:45AM. For pre-school thru adult. At Grace Church of Callicoon, 9284 Rte. 97, Callicoon. Call Shannon 845-887-4684 or 845-707-2227.

• St. Jacobi Lutheran Church: Church Services are each Sunday at 11AM. 108 Glen Drive, Shohola, PA. 570-559-7636. Click on stjacobishosola.org for special events.

• Sunday Services: 11AM. Independent, non-denominational church. Nursery available. Grace Church of Callicoon, 9284 Rt. 97. Call 845-887-4684.

• Tibetan Buddhist Retreat: Guided meditation & Buddhist chanting. Free. 11AM to 12:30PM. Cochecton Retreat Ctr., 155 Buff Rd. 845-932-8330.

• AA Meeting: 3PM on Sundays. At St. James Episcopal Church, Rte 17B, Callicoon, NY.

• Narcotics Anonymous Meetings: Thursdays at 8PM (open meeting; all welcome) & Sundays at 4:30PM (young persons’ meeting). At St. James Episcopal Church, Rte 17B in Calliccon.

MONDAY

• Mah Jongg in Equinunk: Beginner-level Mah Jongg, game starts at 1PM each Monday. Please call 570-224-4048 for the locations of future games.

• AL-ANON: Every Monday at 7PM at the United Methodist Church in Damascus, PA.

• Lose a Child? Need Support?: Support group in Mongaup Valley area meets last Mon. of month. Call for details, 845-583-4505 or 845-428-3306.

• Autistic Support Group for Parents/ Caregivers: 2nd Mon., 7PM to 8:30PM. A.T.I., 33 Lakewood Avenue in Monticello. 794-4228 x 16.

TUESDAY

• CRMC Auxiliary Meeting: 6PM, 2nd Tues. Take part in the hospital service organization’s projects and activities. CRMC, Harris. Call Ellen Cutler at 794-8087 for more info.

• Monthly Support/ Discussion Group On Child Care: 6:30–8PM, Last Tues. For step-parents, step-grandparents, other caregivers. Free. Paesano’s Pizza, Crestwood Rd., Lake Huntington. 845-252-7198.

• AA Women’s Support Group: Tues. at 7PM, Sober Sisters AA Group, Women’s 11th Step Meditation. Grace Church, 827 Church St., Honesdale, PA.

WEDNESDAY

• Hymn Sing & Prayer Service: Every Weds. at 7PM. Grace Church of Callicoon, 9284, State Rte 97, Callicoon, NY. Call Pastor Doug Lee for info. 845-887-4684 or 5229.

• Group Discussion on Healthy, Loving Relationships: . . . from a Christian perspective. Wed. mornings from 8:30 to 9:30AM, Damascus Manor United Methodist Church, Route 371, Damascus, PA. Call 570-224-4637. All are welcome.

• Livingston Manor Free Library Storytime for Toddlers and Preschoolers: Every Wed. morning at 11AM. All welcome for free program of reading, rhymes and games in the Children’s Room with Miss Dina. Registration suggested.

• Blood Drive: 11AM-4PM, every 2nd Wed. CRMC, Harris. Call 794-3300 ext. 2269/2214 or visit www. givelife.org.

• Catskill Toastmasters (Public Speaking) Club: Meets the 2nd & 4th Wed. of month at 5:30PM at Sullivan Arc, 162 East Broadway, Monticello. For info, call 845-796-1350, ext. 6133 or visit www.catskilltoastmasters. org.

• Children’s Bereavement Support Group: Every Wed., 6-7:30PM. CRMC’s Adult Day Care, Harris. Call 845-794-3300 x2921.

• Pet Loss Support Group: First Wed. from 7-8:30PM. Mountain Ridge Psychological Services, 96 Route 302, Pine Bush. No charge. Call 845-744-2575.

• Mid-Week Prayer Time: Wed. from 7PM to 8PM. Grace Church of Callicoon, 9284 Route 97. Call 845-887-4684. Email prayer requests to ssbailey @hvc.rr.com.

• Al Anon Meeting: Wednesdays at 7:30PM. Open meeting; Holy Cross Church, 9719 Rt. 97, Callicoon. (In basement of parish house next to church.)

THURSDAY

• Narcotics Anonymous Meetings: Thurs. at 8PM (open meeting; all welcome) & Sun. at 4:30PM (young persons’ meeting). At St. James Episcopal Church, Rte 17B, Calliccon.

ONGOING ANNOUNCEMENTS

• T.A.R.A: (The Animal Rights Alliance) Spay/ neuter clinic for cats. For only $70, your cat will be spayed/neutered, given a rabies vaccine, ears clean-ed & nails clipped. Call today, there’s no excuse not to spay! 845-754-7100.

• Home at Last Cat Sanctuary (for abandoned cats): Seeking a donated building and property. We welcome caring volunteers. Call Sally at 845-434-0209.

• Drinking a Problem? Alcoholics Anonymous Can Help: Reach out to SC Hotline at: 866-490-5686.

• RSVP Is Seeking Volunteers: The Retired Seniors Volunteer Program needs for the “Knock out Hunger” program. Call Joan Kern at 845-482-3446.

• Consumer HelpLine: Open Mon.–Fri., 8:30AM-4:30PM. Toll Free: 1-877-292-5250. Administered by CCE of Sullivan County.

• Highland Seniors: Tues. & Fri.: 9AM, low stress aerobics. Noon: nutritious meals. Wed., 7PM: Shuffleboard for men. Thurs. 1PM: Shuffleboard for women. Wed. 2PM: Yoga Classes. Craft Group - call 845-557-3453. Sun., Noon: cards, mah jong, pool & refresh. Rt. 55, Eldred.

• Please Adopt a Great Dog or Cat: S.C. S.P.C.A. animals desperately need homes. Blankets, big dog toys, canned dog food, kitty litter & bleach are needed. Open 7 days, 12-5PM 104 Rock Hill Drive, Rock Hill. 845-796-3120.

• Way To Calvary Ministries: Not-for-profit org. seeking donations, for single parents & children. Cash donations badly needed. Non-perishable food & clothing are welcome. Call 845-434-6972.

• To God Be The Glory Food Pantries, Inc: If you are in need of food in the Sullivan Co. area, call 1-877-35 GLORY. We always need: volunteers, canned food & donations.

• Feline Foster Care Needed: Homeless cats need YOU to temporarily house them. Call 570-253-4037 or click on dessin @ptd.net.

• Make a Difference in Someone’s Life: Become a volunteer at Catskill Regional Medical Center. Call 845-794-3300, x2184.

Ulster County Edition

CURRENT EVENTS

FRI. FEB. 3

• Want to attend a Friday Night Shabbat service, but not sure how?: Join us for a Shabbat experience, Friday, Feb. 3 at Landfield Ave. Synagogue, 18 Landfield Ave. Monticello. Candle lighting begins at 4:45PM followed by begginer’s service and a delicious traditional Shabbat meal. RSVP @ 845-794-8470 or email: monti celloshule@gmail.com. Experience Shabbat once and you'll love it!

SAT. FEB. 4

• Pancake Breakfast: 7AM to 11AM on Feb. 4. Spons. by the Parent Assoc. of Wawarsing Christian Academy. Adults $8, seniors and children 12-5 $5, under 5 free. Wawarsing Christian Academy, Route 209. Call 845-647-3810 for more info.

UPCOMING EVENTS

• 4-H Veterinary Science Program: For teens with an interest in animals and veterinary science at SUNY Ulster. Two 5-week units – Unit 1 runs every Thurs. from Jan. 26 to Feb. 23 while Unit 2 is on Thurs. from March 1 to March 29. Class is 6:30PM to 8PM. Participation is limited to 24 youths aged 14 to 19. $20 for 4-H members; $30 for non-members. For info, call Jenny at CCEUC’s 4-H Program at 845-340-3990 ext. 313.

• Upcoming Events at Ellenville Library: Tues. 4:15PM Feb.7-28, Science Meets Art: Kids in Grades k-4 will create imaginative objects while learning about scientific wonders like Robots, Caterpillars, Telescopes and Fossils! Registrater at 647-5530. Ellenville Public Library, 40 Center Street. Please sign up at 845-647-5530.

• Bake Sale at Peter’s Market in Napanoch: Feb. 11; 8AM to 12:30PM. Spons. by Napanoch Ladies Auxiliary. Buy some sweets for your sweetheart!

• Ellenville Elks Valentine’s Prime Rib Dinner: Feb. 11; choose 5PM or 6:30PM reserved seating. $16 adults. Call 845-647-8001 for tickets. For info, call 845-647-8921. Elks Hall, Rte. 55, Napanoch.

• Walker Valley Fire Dept. Blood Drive: Feb. 11 from 9:30AM until 1:30PM. At Walker Valley Firehouse on Rte 52. The community is encouraged to attend. Call Jeff Hillriegel for more info – 744-2072.

• Walker Valley Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary Valentine’s Day Dinner/Dance: Feb. 11, 6PM to 11PM. Walker Valley Firehouse on Rt. 52. Advance tickets only – $15/person. Call 845-629-7332 or 845-744-2107.

• THINK SPRING! Winter Lecture Series for Home Gardeners: Four seminars to choose from spons. by Cornell Co-op of Ulster County Master Gardeners. Classes on Thurs., Feb. 9 and 16, and March 1 and 22. 7PM to 9PM at Ulster County BOCES, 175 Rt. 32 North in New Paltz. Individual classes $15 or $50 for all four. Call 845-340-3990 ext. 335 for more info.

• Saturday Movie Matinees at The Shadowland!: At 2PM. Schedule includes: February 18: The Time of Their Lives, starring Abbott and Costello; plus movie trailers; musical short; a Technicolor short; a Looney Tune cartoon; “Flash Gordon,” Chap. 4. March 17: Rio Grande; plus movie trailers; a Tex Avery cartoon; a Three Stooges short; “Flash Gordon,” Chap. 5. April 28: Hellzapoppin’; movie trailers; Woody Woodpecker cartoon; musical short; “Flash Gordon,” Chap. 6. Adults $8, kids and seniors $5. Tickets at the Shadowland box office, 157 Canal Street in Ellenville. Reservations are recommended. To reserve seats, call 845-647-5511.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

• 5-Hour Pre-licensing Course: Saturdays—Feb. 4, March 3, April 14 and May 5. Register at 8:30AM, class from 9AM to 2:30PM. Ellenville Central School District. Class required by NY State for all new drivers; $25. Call 845-647-0138 for info.

• Spring Penny Social Needs Donations!: Proceeds go to Shawangunk Mountain Blueberry Festival. Donate gift certificates, new merchandise, or used items in good condition. Certificates can be mailed; items can be dropped at our office or we’d be happy to pick them up. Ellenville-Wawarsing Chamber, P.O. Box 227, 124 Canal St.,Ellenville, NY 12428. Call (845) 647-4620 or click info@ewcoc.com; www. ewcoc.com.

• Annual Fruit, Vegetable & Evergreen Seedling Sale Fund Raiser Underway: Start planning your garden now. Take advantage of the wide variety of seedlings being offered by Cornell Co-op of Ulster County’s Master Gardeners. Click on www. cceulster.org/MG/MG% 20Seedling.htm for this year’s seedling descriptions and order form. No orders accepted after March 9. For more info and pick up dates, visit our calendar at www. cceulster.org.

• Ulster County’s Master Gardener Winter Hours: Now 9AM-12PM on Fridays through March 1. Hotline number is 845-340-DIRT. 3/1

• Cornell Co-op, New York Farm Bureau and NY State Dept. of Agriculture Establish CCE Forage Exchange: Assist farmers affected by fall and summer flooding. Exchange can be reached via front page of Cornell Co-op’s webpage at http: //cce.cornell.edu. Forage Exchange provides electronic venue for farmers who have available feed and forage to post it, and for farmers who need it to locate it.

• Cornell Co-op of Ulster Web Address: Click www.cceulster.org for upcoming CCEUC programs, and info about individual program areas, to download registration forms or sign up for up-to-the-minute news.

• Food Stamps Could Help Your Family: 40% of eligible New Yorkers don’t receive Food Stamps. They can help you and your family. Get screened at 866-526-2978 for info.

ONGOING CALENDAR

FRIDAY

• Shabbat Services: Fri. at 7:30PM. Temple Sholom, Rt. 42 & East Dillon Rd. in Monticello. 845-794-8731.

SATURDAY

• Open Door Ministries Reading and Listening Room: 10AM to 2PM. Come as you are, leave different than you came! Napanoch, NY. For directions, call 845-647-7579.

• Stone Ridge Library Knitting Group: All knitters invited to join. Sat. 10AM–noon, Main St. Call 845-687-7023 or visit www.stoneridgelibrary.org.

MONDAY

• Relatives as Parents Support Group: 9:30AM to 11AM on last Monday of month. Spons. by Cornell Co-op. Ellenville Library, 40 Center St. Breakfast included. Call 845-340-3990.

• TOPS — Take Off Pounds Sensibly: Mon-days at 5:30PM. Samsonville Road, Municipal Bldg., Kerhonkson. Call for info: 845-626-5356/4308.

TUESDAY

• Women’s Group for Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors: First Tues. of month. Offers info, new friends, a special place to share your concerns, and a way to gain strength. Facilitated by trained breast cancer survivor. Ellenville Library Comm. Room 6:30-8PM. For info, call 845 339 HOPE (4673).

• Chabad Lubavitch of Ulster Co. Text Study in Stone Ridge: Tues. at 5:30PM. You saw the movie; now read the book –– “The Ten Commandments; What are they? What do they mean?” Open to public. High Meadow School. Call 845-687-7023.

• Big Joe Fitz’s Blues Party: 7PM Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday at High Falls Cafe, 1219 Route 213, High Falls, NY. 687-2699.

WEDNESDAY

• Free Blood Pressure and Glucose Screening: First Wed. of month, 9 to 11AM. No app’t. necessary. Ellenville Regional Hospital. Call 845-647-6400 or visit www.ellenvilleregional.org.

• Weight Watchers Meetings at Ellenville Hospital: Open to public. Wed. evenings at 6PM, with weigh-ins at 5:30PM. 10 Healthy Way. Log on to weightwatchers.com or call 1-800-651-6000.

• Shawangunk Valley Kiwanis Club: Meets 1st and 3rd Wed. of month at Ellenville Library between 5PM-6PM. Please join us and share your ideas. “Serving our community, one child at a time.” For more info, call 845-210-1088 or 845-399-3886.

THURSDAY

• Kerhonkson/Accord Golden Age Seniors: Meetings on 1st and 3rd Thurs. at 1PM. For ages 50 plus. Enjoy monthly speakers, bus trips, bingo, potluck lunches, etc. Accord Fire House, Main St. Call 845-626-3156.

FRIDAY

• Games & Socializing: Friday afternoons between 1 & 4PM. Meeting room, Town Hall. Refreshments, too. Call Neversink Dept. of Parks and Rec. at 845-985-2262, ext 512.

ONGOING ANNOUNCEMENTS

• Thrift Shop: Wed, 10AM–3PM, Thurs., 10AM– 2PM, & Sat., 10AM–12PM. Ellenville Ref. Church, 188 Canal St., Ellenville. Call
845-647-4130.

• Looking for Legal Childcare?: Want to provide childcare in your own home? Call Child Care Council of Ulster at 331-7080 or click cccouncil@familyofwoodstockinc. org.

• Ellenville Library and Museum Events:. Ongoing Events: Scrabble: Tues. 6–8PM. Nimble Knitters: Sats., 10AM– Noon. Ellenville Public Library & Museum, 40 Ctr. St. Call 845-647-5530.

• Way To Calvary Ministries: Not-for-profit org. seeking donations for single parents & their children. Food, clothing, cash donations badly needed. Call 434-6972.

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