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“Luke, I am your father,” TRR columnist Cass Collins commented on my failed attempt to turn my underwear into a surgical mask. No need to explain her joke.
That’s not funny!
Quarantine: Day 13.  I haven’t left the house for nearly two weeks; the doctor assured I won’t be cleared for takeoff any time soon. Instead, like many who are considered … more
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He’s got the whole world in his hands
As the sun set on day seven of my quarantine, I took stock of not only my pantry but also the state of the world-at-large. So much has changed in so little time; while much of it is scary, … more
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Roscoe Beer Company’s Sales Manager Mike Santamaria, left, and assistant brewer Corey McKeon were on hand to answer questions during the “Tap Takeover Happy Hour” at Bixby’s Taproom in the Kartrite Resort and Indoor Waterpark last Monday, just before the dominoes began to fall.
The domino effect
It’s another way of expressing what some would call a chain reaction. When dominoes are lined up with precision, it only takes one nudge to cause them all to fall in a pattern, which can appear … more
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Kali Seastrand, backed by Sean Murray on bass, sang and played the dulcimer beautifully as TRR’s River Recordings featured artist of the month at Rafters Tavern last Friday. Move over Joni Mitchell, there’s a new girl in town. Read about Seastrand and see her River Recordings performance at TRR headquarters at www.riverreporter.com/river-recordings.
And so it begins…
How is it possible that March has just begun and I’m already exhausted? I’m guessing that old age, creaking bones and battling cancer have something to do with it, but come on… … more
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Musicians Glenn Lazarro and Stacy Cohen play acoustic sets every Saturday afternoon at the Catskill Distilling Company in Bethel, NY.
Spring forward, but don’t look back!
Yep, it’s time to reset the clocks (Sunday, March 8), and none too soon, IMHO. It’s the looking back that is often my undoing. Even though I state publicly that I’m not a fan of … more
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This year’s “TriVersity’s Got Talent” performers included comics, singers, dancers, magicians and even a drag queen or two at the ninth annual “Share Your Heart” event benefiting the Ecumenical Food Pantry of Pike County.
Written in the stars
“If you believe that something is written in the stars, you believe that it will be made to happen by a force that controls the future.” This is, of course, according to my source for the … more
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Although this photo of roaring-‘20s themed party hostess Kimburlee Jo Stewart taking a newfangled smart phone pic of locals Savannah and Steve looks old, grainy and weird, it somehow seems fitting as another metaphor for my life.
If I could turn back time…
If you’re over 40, chances are you’ve thought about it. Given the opportunity, would you go back to your youth and do it all over again? There are always permutations to that query and … more
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Sullivan County’s Poet Laureate Mark Blackford, left, Bizzy Coy and William Fellenberg all expounded on life, laughs and love at the Western Sullivan Public Library in Narrowsburg, NY last Saturday.
Who wrote the book of love?
I know it wasn’t me. I’ve written about a number of subjects over the last 30 years, including skydiving, camping, washing machines and the art of bonsai—but love? Not my strong … more
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The Sullivan County Historical Society’s “Music and History” concert series featured the Little Sparrow Band last weekend at the museum in Hurleyville, NY.
On your toes!
How do you combine reflexology and a tribute to the Grateful Dead, while traversing the Upper Delaware River region in search of adventure? I have no clue, but such was my challenge over the last few … more
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In addition to organizing my DVDs and mopping the kitchen floor, I made enough chicken soup to feed an army last week after just a few energy-boosting sessions with my SAD sunlight-mimicking therapy lamp, so I’m guessing that the sky’s the limit.
You light up my life
Recently, I mentioned something in this column called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and the notion that I think I have it. Wanting to learn more, I sat down at my computer and decided to delve … more
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Channery Hill Farm’s Jen McGlashan is cooking up her Gramma Helen’s secret pierogi recipe for those of us lucky enough to find her at the farmers’ market in Callicoon, NY.
Aren’t you sweet?
With the onset of winter, unpredictable weather invariably ensues. As a result, my work-related plans often peter out (1). Such was the case last weekend, as somewhat dire forecasts began to surface. … more
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Students receive one-on-one instruction in acting, choreography and vocal technique during the intensive workshops held at the Performing Arts Academy held at the Forestburgh Playhouse.
Musical theatre is serious business!
There comes a time in every kid’s life when they dream about becoming a firefighter, an airplane pilot, a farmer, a teacher, or even the president of these United States, since it would appear … more
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“Here I am with Dharma the Wonder Dog, “food artist” Kim Simons and Hector’s “hostess with the mostess” Bonnie Lagoda, as we celebrate Kim and her team winning the Food Network’s Holiday Wars (see page 13).
I’ve been called worse
In theory, having a little “down time” is not a bad thing, but there’s something to be said for that old proverb about “idle hands being the devil’s plaything,” … more
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I was psyched to complete the cool DIY dog-bed project that I began three years ago. If Dharma doesn’t care, why should I? “Because we’re not heathens,” Mom would declare.
Promises, promises
I don’t make New Year’s resolutions, but as 2019 draws to a close and I look around the house, maybe it’s not such a bad idea. “What happened to me being neat?” I asked … more
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Presently, Yarnslingers has 50 members. Not all who participated in the December 15 event are represented here.
When the giver and receiver become one
You could feel it walking in… Entering the lobby with friends who remember when the Tusten Theater wasn’t, when DVAA was very young—when we were all younger. Old friends … more
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I caught a lot of live shows over the last year, and the Catskills is always brimming with talent performing top-notch plays, musicals and dramas in a variety of venues and locales. For me, one of the standout productions was at the Forestburgh Playhouse, which presented the ‘60s  tribal love-rock musical “HAIR “last summer to sold-out crowds.
My favorite things
There are some perks (IMHO) to being predictable, and my annual  “River Reporter Year-in-Review” full-color, photo-heavy trip down memory lane is one that I simultaneously look … more
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As a child, I was obsessed with LEGO. I was also adorable, IMHO.
Chanukah with Mom: Thanks for the memories
As a child, it was impossible for me to appreciate the hard work that my mother went through to make Chanukah special, magical and wondrous. Today, I can look back fondly and revel in the efforts … more
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The Creekside ART Company’s “Gaby” was absolutely not just “going through the motions” at the 10th annual holiday market at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts.
Going through the motions
As the holiday season amps up and lights begin to twinkle, I find myself in a bit of a conundrum. I’m not always in the mood to shake hands, kiss cheeks, take a photo, move on and repeat. As … more
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I’ve realized that when all three of us are together, Cory, myself and her mom, I truly feel better—body, mind and spirit. Just what the doctor ordered.
Just what the doctor ordered
As some of you might know, I’ve been a little under the weather lately, and by “lately,” I mean for more than a year. Some days are better than others, but every doctor I see (and … more
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Dharma the Wonder Dog celebrating another birthday
It's all about the dog
Yes, I’ve said that before, but this time I really mean it. Believe it or not, as of Monday, November 25, Dharma the Wonder Dog is now 10-years old. I’m still in denial, especially since … more
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