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Annual Meeting & Volunteer Recognition Banquet Presentation will be by Ross the Mentalist, who will amaze and amuse the audience with his unusual ability to predict their actions, read their thoughts, and subliminally persuade his subjects to do as he wishes. The evening will include a brief business meeting and recognition of Extension Volunteers. At Shawnee Inn, 1 River Rd. 6-9pm. $10 volunteers, $20 public/guests. 570-421-6430 or MonroeExt@psu.edu. |
Shawnee on Delaware, Meeting |
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Book reading and signing Local author Helena Clare Pittman will read and sign her new novel "Ruthie Pincus of Brooklyn," Liberty Public Library, 6-7:30pm. |
Liberty, Readings |
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Bookworm Club Grades 2-4 enjoy stories, games, crafts & snacks at the library, Thurs., 2:30-4pm. RSVP: 845/292-6070. |
Liberty, Meeting |
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Call for artists Alliance Gallery is calling for poetry and photography submissions for “Be Mine Forever,” due by Dec. 15. Email rocky@artsalliancesite.org or 845/252-7576. |
Art, Narrowsburg |
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Christmas rummage sale First Presbyterian Church, 9am-noon. 845/856-1231 x10. |
Port Jervis, Community Events |
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Coat and toy drive The Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Volunteer Program launches a Coat and Toy Drive to benefit the Sullivan County Federation for the Homeless. Donations can be made at the Museum at Bethel Woods through Tuesday, December 18 during regular museum and event hours. BethelWoodsCenter.org. |
Bethel, Community Events |
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Holiday book and toy exchange Bring a gift and exchange it for a new one in the lobby at Mackenzie Elementary School, 4:30-7:30pm. Free. |
Eldred, Community Events |
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Liberty Middle School Winter Concert Annual Middle School Winter Concert, 7/8 Orchestra, 7/8 Chorus 7/8 Band and Jazz Ensemble, 7pm, High School Auditorium. 845/292-5400 x5117. |
Liberty, Music |
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New "Stageworks" production at Old Stone House “Stageworks” Starts New Production at Old Stone House of Hasbrouck, 282 Hasbrouck Rd. Autumn rehearsals will be scheduled for a new play to be staged in early January. Starting October 18th, young thespians are invited to meet at 5:30-7 pm every Thursday, training for their theatrical roles. Registration forms are available at www.TheOldStoneHouseOfHasbrouck.org. For more detalis, contact Ms. Eddings at 845/985-0419, or by email request to oshya@peoplepc.com. |
Hasbrouck, Meeting |
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Quit smoking course The group will meet for 3 consecutive Thursdays at Belle Reeve, 6-7pm. Pre-registration is required. Nicotine patches available while supplies last. 570/296-3400. |
Milford, Lectures/discussions |
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Seminar on shale The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center will hold the seminar “Shale Gas 101 for Small Business” at the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce Community Room, 6-8pm. Free. Must register: www.scrantonsbdc.com or 570/941-7588. |
Honesdale, Lectures/discussions |
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'Argo' 'Argo' at the Callicoon Movie Theater, Mon. thru Fri. 7:30pm, Sat. & Sun. 2 & 7:30pm. Runs until December 13. |
Callicoon, Film |
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2nd Annual Town of Liberty Holiday Parade Liberty- 6pm. Register a float or organization, 845/292-7690, p.r.dept@townofliberty.org |
Liberty, Community Events |
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4-H Palette of Fun Art Club 4-H is open to youth ages 8-18. At Wild Acres Club House, near 101 Clubhouse Drive. 5-6:30pm. Contact (570) 296-3400 or PikeExt@psu.edu. |
Dingmans Ferry, Meeting |
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4-H Pony Pals Meeting 4-H is open to youth ages 8 - 18. On Broadway Dance Studio, 106 Dingmans Pl, Route 739. 6:30pm. Email PikeExt@psu.edu. Call 570-296-3400. |
Dingmans Ferry, Meeting |
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A Town-wide Small Biz Holiday Party The Mansion at Noble Lane- $45/person, $40/person for group of six or more, 6pm. RSVP 866/466-3855 |
Bethany, Community Events |
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Christmas rummage sale First Presbyterian Church, 9am-noon. 845/856-1231 x10. |
Port Jervis, Community Events |
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First Friday at the Calder Cafe The cafe is in the new annex of the Equinunk Historical Society, and features coffee, tea, cocoa, pastries and fruit. Doors 6pm, live music 7:15pm. To perform, call 570/224-0223. |
Equinunk, Community Events |
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First Friday poetry open mic night First Fridays Contemporary Author Series at the Western Sullivan Public Library, 7pm open mic sign up, 7:30pm open mic, 8pm visiting authors Kanaska Carter and Regie Cabico. Free. 845/252-3360. |
Narrowsburg, Readings |
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Graham Parker & the Rumour Newton Theatre, Newton NJ - 8pm. Tickets are $29, $39 or $49. www.thenewtontheatre.com, 973/383-3700 |
New Jersey, Theatre |
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Holiday open house PCDC Craft Store holiday open house at The Pike County Developmental Center, noon-2pm. Complimentary tea, coffee and desserts will be served. All proceeds benefit adults with disabilities. 570/296-6319. |
Milford, Community Events |
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Pike County Library benefit dance “Bell, Book and Kindle” dinner and dance to benefit the new Dorothy E. Warner building of the Pike County Public Library at the Best Western Inn at Hunts Landing, 6-11pm. Tickets $60, at the Milford and Dingman Township branches of PCPL, or pcpl.org. |
Matamoras, Community Events |
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SUNY Sullivan Hurricane Sandy relief concert SUNY Sullivan Glee Club, live skits by the Performing Arts Club, and a presentation by the college Step Club at the Seelig Theater, 7pm. Admission is a donation of either cash or physical items that can be used in the relief effort to be donated to the Red Cross. www.sunysullivan.edu. |
Loch Sheldrake, Music |
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The Santaland Diaries Tri-State Actors Theater presents The Santaland Diaries by David Sedaris at the Foundation Room of the PCHS. 8pm. Tickets $25 advance, $30 at door. Call 973/383-0510 or 570/296-8126. |
Milford, Theatre |
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Winterfest Family craft project at PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 6-7:30pm, free. pplpreserves.com |
Hawley, Community Events |
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18th Annual Children's Ornament Hunt Central Park, Honesdale- For children preschool to 4th grade. 570/253-5492 |
Honesdale, Community Events |
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1st Annual Indie Holiday Market A collective of local artists are coming together to bring you an exciting holiday market full of handmade art, jewelry, cards, knitwear, accessories, furniture, food and more. Buy directly from the artists! Saturday & Sundays through December 16. At The Dock (behind Main Street). 11am-6pm. Contact madamefortuna@gmail.com. |
Narrowsburg, Community Events |
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4-H Rough Riders Horse Club Meeting 4-H is open to youth ages 8-18. At Pocono Ranchlands Stable in Bushkill, 10am. For more information, call 570-296-3400. |
Bushkill, Meeting |
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Art After Dark Special holiday events at ARTery Gallery, Artisan Exchange, Bluestone Studios, Goldenfish Gallery and Highlands Photographic Guild, 6-9pm. |
Art, Milford |
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Art opening The Highlands Photo Guild opening reception for “Peace on Earth,” 6-9pm during Milford’s Art After Dark. The exhibit will be displayed through January 6. highlandsphotoguild.com or 570/296-2440. |
Art, Milford |
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Book sale Annual blowout book sale at the Manchester Community Library, 9am-noon. Paperback books are 5 cents, hardcovers, two for $1. 570/224-8500. |
Equinunk, Community Events |
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Breakfast & photos w/ Santa Central Vol. Fire Dept., time TBA. |
Hawley, Community Events |
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Christmas celebration Join local families for a holiday meal and an evening of carols and holiday folk songs at the Delaware Youth Center, 6pm. RSVP: 845/583-4157. |
Callicoon, Community Events |
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Holiday book wrapping First Book-Wayne/Pike’s annual “Wrapping for Reading” gift wrapping event at the shops at Maude Alley. Proceeds benefit literacy-based children’s programs in Wayne and Pike counties. |
Honesdale, Community Events |
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Holiday craft sale First Presbyterian Church, 9am-2pm. 570/226-4835. |
Hawley, Community Events |
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Holiday open studio Joyce Ellen Weinstein art studio open house, 1-5pm. joyceellen@joyceellenweinstein.com. |
Art, Milford |
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Intro to snowshoeing Basics of using snow shoes at PEEC, 9-11am, $10. Equipment provided. Hike if there's no snow. 570/828-2310. |
Dingmans Ferry, Outdoors |
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Jewish Film Festival 7:30PM at CJ Hooker Middle School, 41 Lincoln Avenue. Entry is a suggested donation $5 per adult children under 14 free. Lineup features genres for all ages and interests, including a documentary, an animated short and an Academy Award nominated film. Contact sharon@jewishorangeny.org. |
Goshen, Film |
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Jewish film festival The Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County will screen "A Film Unfinished" and "Seltzer Works" at the CJ Hooker Middle School, 7:30pm. Suggested donation $5. 845/562-7860. |
Goshen, Film |
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Kids' Christmas fun day Games, Bible story time, crafts and snacks at Beach Lake United Methodist Church, 9-10:30am. All children age 3 to grade 5 are invited. 570/729-7011. |
Beach Lake, Community Events |
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Live Music - Richard Parkinson at Bakers Tap Room Richard Parkinson performs on guitar with vocals (originals and covers) at Bakers Tap Room, 184 Yulan Barryville Road October 27 from 7 to 10 p.m. Future dates include 11/24, 12/8, 12/22 |
Barryville, Music |
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Noah Barker trio Pianist Noah Barker and his jazz trio at the Janice Center. Performances at 4pm and 8pm. $10 or $8 for Janice Center customers and students. Reservations recommended, 845/482-3324. |
Jeffersonville, Community Events |
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Performance: The Coal Town Rounders Four piece traditional bluegrass band at the Silk Mill, 7:30pm. $9. silkmillharmony.com or 570/588-8077. |
Hawley, Music |
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Rabies clinic The Pike County Humane Society is offering low-cost rabies and other vaccines, tests and microchipping for PA, NY and NJ dogs and cats priced from $10 to $28. 10am-3pm at Dingmans Township Municipal Bldg. 570/296-7654. |
Milford, Community Events |
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Santa Express Begins at 5pm at the Corner, then moves to Glen Spey, Barryville, Yulan and Narrowsburg. 845/557-3321. |
Eldred, Community Events |
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Santa in Jeffersonville Come visit Santa and his elves and have your photos taken. Photos will be available online for you to order holiday prints. The proceeds from the $4.00 photo fee will go to our local food pantry. Event sponsored by the Jeff Bank and The Jeffersonville Area Chamber of Commerce. 12-4pm. |
Jeffersonville, Community Events |
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Story Time with Mrs. Claus The Ann Street School will be hosting Story Time with Mrs. Claus. Hear a special story from Mrs. Claus, make a holiday craft, eat yummy treats, and even have a chance for your child to have a picture taken with Mrs. Claus! 206 East Ann Street, Milford, PA at 10am. $5.00 per child. Contact (570) 296-6124. |
Milford, Readings |
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The Santaland Diaries Tri-State Actors Theater presents The Santaland Diaries by David Sedaris at the Foundation Room of the PCHS. 8pm. Tickets $25 advance, $30 at door. Call 973/383-0510 or 570/296-8126. |
Milford, Theatre |
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Transformation Choir perform Christmas cantata "Let the Whole World Sing" by Joel Raney at the White Sulphur Springs Methodist Church, 7:30pm. 845/887-4346. |
White Sulphur Springs, Community Events |
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Tree lighting and holiday open houses Tree lighting with refreshments, carols led by Stuart Hirsch on the Overlook Deck on Main Street, 6:30pm. Open House in most shops with refreshments, discounts, kids' favors. Walk up to meet Santa's sleigh on Bridge Street. |
Narrowsburg, Community Events |
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Winter fun for kids Stories, songs, crafts and snowman building at the Liberty Public Library, 1pm. For grades pre-K to 2. RSVP: 845/292-6070 |
Liberty, Community Events |
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Winter survival hike Hike while learning survival skills at PEEC, 1-3pm, $10. 570/828-2310. |
Dingmans Ferry, Outdoors |
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Winter Survival Hike Enjoy a hike that teaches survival skills as you journey through the fields and forests. Build a shelter, try your hand at fire making and learn other useful skills for the wintertime. Adults only please. 1-3pm, cost $20. Call PEEC at 570/828-2319 for more information |
Dingmans Ferry, Community Events |
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Winter Survival Hike Enjoy a hike that teaches survival skills as you journey through the fields and forests. $20/person. 1-3pm. RSVP at mcheck@peec.org or www.peec.org. |
Dingmans Ferry, Outdoors |
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Indie holiday market First annual Indie Holiday Market will be held every Saturday and Sunday through December 16 from 11am-5pm at The Dock. Featuring art, furniture, fashion, knits, jewelry, folk art, holiday cards, local pancake mix and honey. |
Narrowsburg, Community Events |
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1st Annual Indie Holiday Market A collective of local artists are coming together to bring you an exciting holiday market full of handmade art, jewelry, cards, knitwear, accessories, furniture, food and more. Buy directly from the artists! Saturday & Sundays through December 16. At The Dock (behind Main Street). 11am-6pm. Contact madamefortuna@gmail.com. |
Narrowsburg, Community Events |
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Children's holiday event The Women in Business Committee of the Pike County Chamber of Commerce children’s holiday event at the Best Western Inn at Hunt’s Landing, 2-4pm. RSVP: 570/296-8700. |
Matamoras, Community Events |
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Equinunk Historical Society open house Open house at the Calder Museum, noon-4pm. Come for holiday music, delectable goodies, and a chance to shop at the Calder Gift Shop. Please bring a plate of something good to share. 570/224-6722. |
Equinunk, Community Events |
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Hibernation hike Learn how plants & animals survive the winter while hiking at PEEC, 10am-noon, free. 570/828-2310. |
Dingmans Ferry, Outdoors |
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Holiday open studio Joyce Ellen Weinstein art studio open house, 1-5pm. joyceellen@joyceellenweinstein.com. |
Art, Milford |
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Internationally touring Ball in the House to perform in Milford Touring a cappella group Ball in the House (www.ballinthehouse.com) will be performing their Christmas concert to benefit the Good Shepherd church in Milford, Sunday, 3pm at the Church of the Good Shepherd & St John the Evangelist, 110W Catherine St. Tickets are $15.00 adults/$10.00 students |
Milford, Music |
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Sullivan County Farmers’ Markets Announces Holiday Delaware Youth Center - Every Sunday in December. 11am-2pm. www.sullivancountyfarmersmarkets.org 845/292-6180 ext. 115. |
Callicoon, Community Events |
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Transformation Choir perform Christmas cantata "Let the Whole World Sing" by Joel Raney at Hortonville Presbyterian Church, 7:30pm. 845/887-4346. |
Hortonville, Community Events |
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Holiday tours at Grey Towers Grey Towers National Historic Site guided holiday tours of the decorated mansion from Monday, December 10 through Saturday, December 22 at 1pm and 3pm. |
Milford, Community Events |
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Childcare provider training Wayne County Extension Office, 6:30-8:30pm. Topic: Working with Mixed Age Groups. Participants will learn how to extend lesson plans through different age groups. Cost: $5. Registration is required by December 8, by going to www.pakeys.org/pages/login.aspx. 570/253-5970, ext 4110. |
Honesdale, Workshop |
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Short story discussion "The Fly," a short story by Katherine Mansfield, will be discussed at the next meeting of the great books discussion program at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30pm. 845/794-4660. |
Monticello, Lectures/discussions |
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Short story discussion “The Fly,” a short story by Katherine Mansfield, will be discussed at the next meeting of the great books discussion program at the E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30pm. 845/794-4660. |
Monticello, Lectures/discussions |
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Sullivan County Workforce Development Board meeting Rubin Pollock Center Career & Tech Dining Room, 8-9am. 845/807-0385. |
Liberty, Meeting |
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Artist’s reception The work of artist Jaruwan Ponmak. Port Jervis Free Library, 6:30-8:30pm. |
Art, Port Jervis |
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Childcare provider training Commissioners’ Meeting room of the Pike County Administration Bldg., 6-8pm. Topic: Planning a Curriculum to Fit Your Space. Participants will identify ways to best utilize their environment to maximize children's potential to learn. Cost: $5.00. Registration is required by December 7, by going to www.pakeys.org/pages/login.aspx. Call 570/296-3400. |
Milford, Workshop |
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Free Quit Smoking Course Group will meet for 3 consecutive Wednesdays. Pre-registration is required. Nicotine patches available while supplies last. At 2512 Route 6, Suite 2 from 3-4pm. Contact 570-296-3400 or PikeExt@psu.edu. |
Hawley, Meeting |
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Hanukkah Party 7pm at the Landfield Avenue Synagogue. $5 cover charge. RSVP contact Brenda 917-509-2928, Dena 845-434-7075 or Mindy 845-798-8091. |
Monticello, Community Events |
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Liberty Middle School Winter Concert Annual Middle School Winter Concert, MS Woodwind Ensemble, 5/6 Orchestra, 5/6 Chorus 5/6 Band, 7pm, HS Auditorium. 845/292-5400 x5117. |
Liberty, Music |
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Artist reception Welcome the work of artist Jaruwan Ponmak, Port Jervis Free Library, 6:30-8:30pm in the library’s community room. On display until January 18. Her artwork is available for purchase. |
Port Jervis, Community Events |
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Bookworm Club Grades 2-4 enjoy stories, games, crafts & snacks at the library, Thurs., 2:30-4pm. RSVP: 845/292-6070. |
Liberty, Meeting |
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Holiday networking party The Pike County Chamber of Commerce networking party at Best Western Inn at Hunt’s Landing, 5:30-7:30pm. Cash bar, hors d’oeuvres, 50/50 raffle and door prizes. $5 for Pike Chamber members or $10 for non-members. 570/296-8700. |
Matamoras, Community Events |
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New "Stageworks" production at Old Stone House “Stageworks” Starts New Production at Old Stone House of Hasbrouck, 282 Hasbrouck Rd. Autumn rehearsals will be scheduled for a new play to be staged in early January. Starting October 18th, young thespians are invited to meet at 5:30-7 pm every Thursday, training for their theatrical roles. Registration forms are available at www.TheOldStoneHouseOfHasbrouck.org. For more detalis, contact Ms. Eddings at 845/985-0419, or by email request to oshya@peoplepc.com. |
Hasbrouck, Meeting |
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Patriot Connectors meeting The Patriot Connectors will gather in the library at Wallenpaupack High School, 7pm. |
Hawley, Meeting |
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Quit smoking course The group will meet for 3 consecutive Thursdays at Belle Reeve, 6-7pm. Pre-registration is required. Nicotine patches available while supplies last. 570/296-3400. |
Milford, Lectures/discussions |
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Winter Farmers' Market at The Cooperage Honesdale- Open on Saturday mornings from 11am-1pm. www.thecooperageproject.org, 570/253-2020. |
Honesdale, Community Events |
