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Tusten camping law still being re-worked Public hearing raises more questions

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ARROWSBURG, NY — A public hearing was held at the Tusten town meeting on the new camping zoning law. Citizens turned out to voice their concern over the law, saying it doesn’t go far enough, while one person said it goes too far.

The purpose of Camping Local Law #1 is to regulate campgrounds and campsites as well as the use and storage of recreational vehicles (RVs). It address five areas: campsite non-commercial, campsite travel trailer/camper commercial, campsite tent commercial, campground or recreational vehicle park and travel trailer.

One of the reasons this law came about is because residents of Perry Pond Road complained that there are abandoned RVs on vacant lots.

They were at the public hearing and continued to raise questions.

Someone said that it used to be RVs needed a permit and must be removed after a certain time. Now, they said, people are making a “country get-away” by leaving an RV on vacant land and only paying taxes on the land, not any kind of structure or house. The board pointed out that in the law it states an RV would need a permit. Someone would get two permits per year, each lasting 45 days (in section 6.2.3).

One resident, Lance Brodmerkel, who lives outside of town “in the country,” said he has lived here his

entire life, and has always had an RV on his property next to his house. He said he doesn’t see what the issue is; “If it bothers you, don’t look at it,” he said.

More questions arose about the law. People wondered how these laws would be enforced, many saying that people aren’t going to follow the rules and no one is going to do anything about it. They asked the board if they (the board) would be the ones to hold people accountable, but the board said it would be up to the police. To that, one audience member responded that the police aren’t going to do anything, “They aren’t going to answer a call at 2 a.m. about a party on a campsite.”

As more and more questions arose, Councilman Tony Ritter wondered, “Does it create more problems than it solves? We should create policy that answers questions and doesn’t open a can of worms.”

Supervisor Carol Wingert wanted to make the point that the zoning re-write committee put a lot of work into creating this law. They will take the public’s comments into consideration and continue working on it.

Commercial solar in Tusten?

Not so fast—there’s a moratorium At a previous town meeting Councilman Ned Lang asked the board if Delaware River Solar could make a presentation about its commercial solar projects in the area. Two representatives came to Continued on page 4

TRR photo by Scott Rando

Explore a treasure trove of life at the BioBlitz

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USTEN, NY — This Delaware skipper, which was spotted during the 2014 Upper Delaware BioBlitz at Ten Mile River, is a rare find for Sullivan County. Skippers are known for their fast “skipping” flight.

BioBlitzes are events at which scientists and other volunteers gather to collect, identify, and catalogue every living thing on a demar-

FOOD: Taking sides

CURRENTS: Musical Milford

Turn side dishes into centerpieces

A town-wide music fest

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cated property in a 24-hour period, with the results made available to the public following the collection period, along with various workshops and talks. The 2016 Upper Delaware BioBlitz will return to the Ten Mile River site this weekend; for more information see pages 23 and 32.

SPANNING 2 STATES, 4 COUNTIES, AND A RIVER THAT UNITES US

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Legislators vote to lift tax cap

By FRITZ MAYER

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ONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Legislature voted unanimously on June 16 to override the 2% Albany-mandated property tax in Sullivan County. Extra revenue is needed to pay for the new $95 million Sullivan County Jail, which is due to go out for bids soon. County Manager Josh Potosek has estimated that the project will call for a 5% property tax increase on the county’s portion of the property tax, which consists of about 20% of the typical homeowner’s property tax bill.

Before the vote, members of the community spoke out about lifting the tax cap, and most were opposed.

Former legislator Kitty Vetter reacted to the suggestion by some lawmakers that the increase may be reduced in the future once tax revenue from the new casino is realized. Vetter said, “We do not have a true sales-tax base, and assuming an increase in future sales is just wrong.”

On the other side of the issue, two residents who regularly attend county meetings, Chris Lesser and Ken Walter, said they were in favor of lifting the property tax cap.

In the end the legislature passed it without much comment, but the new jail has been a constant and continuing topic of conversation in committee meetings.

New watershed recreational map

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EGION — The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has a new digital map to help the public find properties that are open for fishing, hiking and other types of outdoor recreation.

The digital map, which provides information on properties owned by New York City and New York State, is now available on DEP’s website by visiting www.nyc.gov/dep/ recreation.

The map also features icons for fishing access and boat launch areas on City reservoirs. The 10 hiking trails that have been developed on DEP lands, with significant help from nonprofit partners, are also delineated on the map.

Users can click each City-owned parcel to see more information, including the name of the recreation unit, its location by county and road, the types of recreational uses that are allowed and the state’s wildlife management unit designation for each parcel.

The recreation mapping tool currently includes a total 131,944 acres of City-owned land and water east of the Hudson River in Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester counties, and in Delaware, Greene, Schoharie, Sullivan and Ulster counties in the Catskills.

DEP will participate in several public gatherings this summer to demonstrate the new mapping tool: on June 23 at Morgan Outdoors in Livingston Manor, NY at 7 p.m; and June 29 at Time and the Valleys Museum in Grahamsville, NY at 10:30 a.m.

THE RIVER REPORTER

Heastie lauds SAFE Act

IN BRIEF Honesdale man arrested for child sexual abuse HONESDALE, PA — Jimmy Eugene Rife, 48, was arrested on June 20 for numerous charges of felony child abuse. According to Wayne County District Attorney Janine Edwards the charges include involuntary deviate sexual intercourse and statutory sexual assault.

Rife is a resident of Honesdale Borough. Magisterial District Judge Linus Myers set bail at $125,000.

According to the affidavit of probable cause filed by Lieutenant Robert Langman, the abuse occurred on numerous occasions in Honesdale during the period April 2015 through October 2015. The victim was 13 and 14 years of age when the abuse occurred.

Edwards said, “This is a very sad case and brings to light abuse that happens to children every day. The Honesdale Borough Police Department and Wayne County Children and Youth Services are to be commended on the investigation, which led to the arrest.”

ALBANY, NY — The U.S. Supreme Court on June 20 declined to hear challenges to gun control legislation in New York and Connecticut, which ban many types of semi-automatic weapons. Following the decision, Carl Heastie, speaker of the New York Assembly, issued a statement saying, “We have long recognized that military-grade weapons have no place in the streets and neighborhoods where our children play and where families deserve to live without fear.

“Too many times we have watched as broken-hearted families plead in vain for Congress to do the right thing and pass stronger gun-control laws to keep these weapons of mass destruction out of the wrong hands. As we continue fighting to defend our way of life against all threats, both foreign and domestic, it is absolutely critical that we do all we can to ensure that we have the strongest and smartest laws possible to address the issue of gun violence. New York’s SAFE Act, which includes a ban on assault weapons, can serve as a model for the rest of the country.”

Man killed in lawn tractor accident

Senator Casey on gun control vote WASHINGTON, DC — In the wake of the U.S. Senate voting not to adopt four gun-control measures on June 20, Sen. Bob Casey issued the following statement: “The Senate defaulted on its basic obligation to keep America safe. Universal background checks and a ban of those on the terrorist watch list from buying guns represent the bare minimum steps the Senate should take to address gun violence. Some in the U.S. Senate believe that there’s nothing our nation, the most powerful in the world, can do to confront gun violence, which killed 33,646 Americans in 2014, but enforce existing law. I refuse to accept that. That’s not who we are. We’re a nation of people who have always sought solutions to difficult challenges; the scourge of gun violence should be no different.

“I’ll continue to push for a ban on military-style weapons, limits on magazine and clip sizes, a ban on those on the terror watch list and those who have committed violent misdemeanor hate crimes from purchasing firearms and universal background checks.

The victims of gun violence, from large-scale tragedies like Newtown and Orlando and also from the daily crisis of shootings in cities in Pennsylvania and around the country, deserve better. Every day, an average of 91 Americans are killed with guns and robbed of their futures. Members of the Senate should know that their condolences are not enough, only action will meet the test of justice.”

BETHANY, PA — A 71-year-old Bethany man was killed on June 17 in an accident involving a riding lawn mower. Joseph Kandrovy, who lived at 453 Wayne Street in Bethany, was operating his lawn tractor in the afternoon when he became wedged between the tractor and a tree branch.

According to Wayne County Coroner Edward Howell the primary cause of death was hypoxia, which is a lack of oxygen getting to the body because of an airway obstruction. The death was ruled accidental.

Parksville man arrested PARKSVILLE, NY — State Police at Liberty arrested Erik Jacobsen, 23, of Parksville on June 17 after an investigation into a residential burglary and a larceny. On May 20, a Livingston Manor resident reported that his home had been broken into and that a Fender electric guitar had been stolen. On June 3, a different homeowner in Livingston Manor reported several chain saws stolen from his property. An investigation by the State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation determined that Jacobsen was responsible for both thefts. The electric guitar was recovered.

Jacobsen was charged with burglary in the second degree, a felony, and petty larceny, a misdemeanor. He was arraigned in the Town of Rockland Court and remanded to the Sullivan County Jail in lieu of $30,000 cash bail.

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THE RIVER REPORTER

Woodloch Pines Resort looking to upgrade

By VERA MORET

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Josh Fox’s new movie, “How to Let Go of the World and Love All the Things Climate Can’t Change,” will be screened at the Tusten Theatre in Narrowsburg, NY on Saturday, June 25 at 7 p.m. Fox will be present for a post-screening discussion.

New Josh Fox movie screening

By FRITZ MAYER

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ARROWSBURG, NY — The full name of Josh Fox’s new movie is “How to Let Go of the World and Love All the Things Climate Can’t Change.” Critics have generally liked it, though some also say it’s tough to watch because of the seemingly intractable situations the film considers. You can judge for yourself on Saturday, June 25, when Damascus Citizens for Sustainability (DCS) will host a screening of the film at the Tusten Theatre at 7 p.m.

Fox rose to fame with his two “Gasland” movies, and this one takes the climate change argument even further. Promotional material says that Fox “continues in his deeply personal style, investigating climate change—the greatest threat our world has ever known. Traveling to 12 countries on six continents, the film acknowledges that it may be too late to stop some of the worst consequences and asks, what is it that climate change can’t destroy? What is so deep within us that no calamity can take it away?”

Among the people who appear in the documentary are the environmentalist Bill McKibben, who wrote the book “The End of Nature” and founded the website 350.org.

Also in the film is Lester Brown, who founded the World Watch Institute, the first research institute that analyzes global environmental issues.

Fox, who has a home in the area, will be on hand for the screening, and he and the founders of DCS, to which the original “Gasland” is dedicated, will take part in a discussion after the screening.

Donations are requested. To reserve a seat, send an email to dcs@Damascus Citizens.org or call 845/252-6677.

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ACKAWAXEN, PA — Attorneys Doug and Mitchell Jacobs, along with Woodloch Pines Resort owner John Kiesndahl, presented a plan to replace existing guest cabins in Woodloch Pines Resort with an upgraded set of four townhouses. It is part of a larger plan to improve the family-owned resort in Hawley with more luxurious accommodations. The plans were explained and reviewed at the Lackawaxen Township meeting on June 20.

Kiesendahl said that while Woodloch has an excellent reputation as a destination resort, the existing cabins were originally built in the late 1950s and ‘60s and are outdated by today’s standards, according to which families expect multiple bedrooms and bathrooms when booking a resort of Woodloch’s caliber. Kiesendahl also touched upon the fact that several other well-funded resorts are bringing competition to the area. The townhouses themselves, along with their 10 parking spots and driveway, would utilize approximately three acres of land, while the plans allow for 25 acres of open space— far more than legally required.

The units would be sold to individual buyers who would then lease the units back to Woodloch. In return, the owners

would have 12 weeks a year for personal use. A path through the open land would allow those in the units access to Woodloch amenities. There would be lighting for the parking areas and walkways. The driveway has already been altered according to PennDot regulations to allow for emergency vehicles. Aqua PA would handle the water and sewer systems.

Kiesendahl also addressed new regulations about use of the lake on the property, which it shares with other private homes and communities. Water quality is tested routinely, and the plan would not increase the number of boats that use the lake. Regulations regarding water-skiing have changed recently, with the age at which children are allowed to water ski being raised from five to 13.

Woodloch has also instituted the use of patrol boats to ensure that their guests do not infringe on the waterfront property not controlled by Woodloch. Indoor and outdoor pools along with a children’s wading pool and indoor waterslide assist in offsetting the use of the lake by Woodloch guests.

Woodloch, which employs 1,200 people, has plans to upgrade more guest housing, and also to improve and enlarge the lobby and gift shop, and to add an outdoor patio space and bar.

Sprint seeks temporary cell tower Frances McKee, a representative of the communications company Sprint, presented a plan to install a temporary cell tower on one of the highest points of Masthope Mountain Community in order to allow residents to dial for emergency services. The tower would be on a truck and placed behind the pool but not within view of it. McKee said that the unit only makes as much noise as a regular household AC unit, which is needed to cool the system. This type of unit is permitted to be in place for no more than six months with a possible six-month renewal. McKee was unsure of any current plans to permanently fix the ongoing issue of spotty cell reception in the area.

Supervisor Tom Cardinale noted that at his house, on Lackawaxen Road, he does not receive service without special equipment, and the Route 97 river corridor in New York receives spotty reception, if any. McKee said she would look into this matter. While the location and other details of the temporary tower will be left up to Masthope Community, Sprint still needs to apply the Lackawaxen Planning Board and follow usual procedure, which has yet to be done. McKee stated Sprint plans on having the tower in use by July.

Man dies in Mongaup Valley fire

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ONGAUP VALLEY, NY — State Police at Liberty, along with several area fire departments, responded to a report of a structure fire at 1240 Route 17B Mongaup Valley in the Town of Bethel on June 16.

Upon arrival, first responders found a two-story apartment building fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters were able to locate and remove a male subject identified as Richard Burke, age 45, who had been trapped in an upstairs apartment.

Burke was later pronounced deceased at Catskill Regional Medical Center. An autopsy will be completed to determine a cause of death. A second male occupant was treated for minor burns and released. State Police and Sullivan County Bureau of Fire investigators are working together to determine the cause and origin of the fire.

The preliminary investigation indicates that the fire may have been the result of a cooking accident in a downstairs apartment. Along with State Police, responding agencies included fire departments from Smallwood, White Lake, Kauneonga Lake, Monticello, Lake Huntington, Swan Lake, Kenoza Lake, Forestburgh, Yulan, Bethel EMS and Mobil Medic EMS.

TRR photo by Stacy Cohen

This fire broke out on June 16, and resulted in a fatality.

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THE RIVER REPORTER

Highland concerned about study underfunding

THE ADDICT NEXT DOOR

By Vera Moret

[This is the second installment of Part V of this series, printed on an ad hoc basis, which follows author Vera Moret’s journey into addiction and depression, and her subsequent entry into the ongoing process of recovery.]

My year from hell: sentenced to jail

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hile I was waiting for sentencing, my psychiatrist doubled my dose of Neurontin. Apparently, that’s just what I needed. I found myself fully functional within two days after the dose increase. The depression had completely lifted. This finally allowed me to leave the house and attend the AA meetings and outpatient rehab that my attorney had been urging me to attend for so long.

The result of these weeks was an agreement among all those treating me that I was not an addict and never had been. I had been self-medicating my depression. I certainly had never become physically dependent on opiates. To this day, I lie like a rug when I give my medical history to anyone treating me because, if I ever had pain issues, I would be under-medicated.

Nearly a year ago I was hit by a car, which resulted in my being airlifted for multiple open fractures and a very deep laceration around my ankle. The issue is still under litigation, so I can say very little about it except for the relevant point: I denied any prior drug issues because from my years of experience as a nurse, I knew that anyone who admitted such a thing would be under-medicated.

As things went, I accepted what I needed for pain prior to and after surgery and had two further scripts for Percocet after the surgery. After that, I was done and over with it. I was never an addict, but most people do not understand the difference between an addict and someone who is self medicating for a mental illness—particularly since many of those who are self medicating do become addicts because of the very nature of drugs such as alcohol and opiates, which are extremely addicting to certain people. I am simply not one of those people, and I do not judge those who are. It’s too complicated and individual an issue.

My entire family was at my final sentencing. It was the middle of September. My daughter, at barely 18, was due to deliver my grandchild in November. My attorney presented the facts of the matter, which were in my file.

They were filled with letters and documentation from professionals stating

that I was no danger to society and not a candidate for jail time. The directors of the outpatient drug rehab I had been voluntarily attending five days a week along with AA meetings felt I did not need any drug rehab at all. My therapist said much the same. The DA also agreed that I should have a second stay so my improvement could be further documented.

My charges had been pled down from 12 pills to one by this time. This is not, incidentally, the least bit unusual.

Only a fraction of criminal cases go to trial. They are almost universally dealt with via plea bargains. That one pill carried a minimum sentence of three months and a maximum of five years. I had not had a drink in weeks.

I was clean, sober and well. What happened next was really rather surreal.

The judge referred to none of the copious documentation in my defense.

The only notation he quoted from my case file was that my probation officer had stated that at our last meeting, the one at which I was in pieces, I had told her I had not been attending AA meetings and seeking help because I had stated to her that I was “too busy.”

Speaking entirely out of order I blurted out that I had never said any such thing and repeated to him the facts of what had actually been said between us. I can’t possibly see how “I’m too sick” can possibly be mistaken for “I’m too busy.” I have no idea what went on there, but it appeared that someone had altered the facts, and I knew it wasn’t me. The judge dismissed my explanation, stating that my attorney had had time to review the file and he was going to stand behind the “I’m too busy” quote. He referred to nothing else in the file. He stated that I was to be confined to three months in Wayne County Correctional Facility because I might as well “dry up” there as well as anywhere else.

And that was that. I turned to my family briefly and blew them a kiss, and I was immediately led into a back room of the courthouse reserved for us criminals and at that point began serving a three-month sentence on the basis of one stolen pill—a felony.

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Highland residents.

Highland’s arguments largely involve the EPA prinLDRED, NY — Highland resciple of “environmental jusidents’ skepticism of a protice,” which calls for “fair posed Millennium Pipeline treatment and meaningful (MP) compressor station on the involvement of all people town’s northern border increased regardless of race, color, nalast week with the Deputy Supertional origin, or income with visor Jim Gutekunst’s announcerespect to the development, ment of MP’s “watered down” implementation, and enforcefunding proposal for a health imment of environmental laws, pacts study for the project. regulations, and policies.”

“When [MP] offered funding, we The town argues that the thought it a victory. Then we got TRR photo by David Hulse a letter…” with the $50,000 fig- Eldred Central School teacher project would have health imure proposed. Gutekunst said the Josh Santoro comes before pacts that should not be foisttown is “skeptical of how much the Highland Town Board on ed on top of Sullivan County can be done [with that amount],” June 14 seeking annual funding population, given the county’s and said the issue would be ad- for the summer basketball already poor health statistics, dressed with Assemblywoman camp, which he founded. The next to worst among New York summer program is credited counties.

Aileen Gunther.

Resident Stephen Metts has Resident Carol Roig noted that with providing training and the MP grant would be made to new opportunities for district done GPS mapping of those Sullivan County, which would pre- athletes, who have since been health impacts and says health recruited by college coaches statistics have deteriorated by pare a request for proposals (RFP) who would not have otherwise 10% since the last census figfor the study. “We’re all aware that seen them play. ures. “We have health issues it’s underfunded,” she said. in Sullivan County and these [new] emisOthers complained that MP would demand sions are really serious; tons and tons of toxic approval of the methodology for the study chemicals are to be released,” he claimed. and that the study would not stop the projUnder Federal Energy Regulation Commisect’s approval and completion clock. sion (FERC) regulations, there is no required “Corporations normally don’t make decibuy-out of health-impacted homes, attorney sions until the process is finished, but MP is Michael Davidoff said. going full speed ahead,” Gutekunst said.

“FERC has a lot of power, and they pass it on Gutekunst said he was encouraged by the to the pipeline companies,” Gutekunst said. federal Environmental Protection Agency’s Still, Roig said no one should assume MP comments on the project’s preliminary fedwould get its way. She pointed to the town’s eral application. He said the EPA concerns fracking ban, which was eventually upheld were “the same as ours.” by the courts and state, which skeptics said He also praised opposition presented in a would not happen.

25-page comment from the Delaware River“Look at strategies that have been applied keeper. to other industries and apply it,” she advised.

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this meeting to answer questions. They said there is only one project being looked at in the Town of Tusten. The project is on land that Ned Lang owns.

Councilwoman Brandi Merolla said she was surprised to see Lang’s name on the project docket, and asked if it was a conflict of interest. Lang said it wasn’t, that commercial solar would be in the public’s interest.

The Delaware River Solar representatives said one 2-megawatt solar array would generate enough power for approximately 300 homes. They said they have visited half a dozen town boards and have heard people’s feedback. It was mentioned that the Town of Fremont passed a law allowing commercial solar, whereas the Town of Delaware passed a six-month moratorium on commercial solar.

Stephen Stuart of Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development was there and said, “This is a brand new program.” He asked

that the board take its time in crafting good zoning regulations. He also urged the board to look at CUNY/Pace solar farm guidelines for their review.

Merolla had questions for the representatives. In response to her questions, they said the panels are spaced far enough apart that when it rains on a panel the maximum distance of run-off would be four feet. They also said vegetation can grow under the panels. They said Delaware River Solar would be the owner and maintainer of the system.

However, any project will have to hold off as there is currently a solar moratorium in the Town of Tusten. The board voted on the moratorium at the February 2016 meeting.

Merolla said they will vote on it again after the six months is up, as they need more time to put into place proper protective zoning laws.

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THE RIVER REPORTER

OUR COUNTY, OUR HEALTH

By Isabel Braverman

The healthy food is here, but universal access isn’t

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ULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — Imagine you’re stranded in the desert and a water bottle is just out of reach, but you can’t get it. Although the situation is not so dire, Sullivan County faces a similar issue. With all of the farms producing vegetables, fruit, dairy, meat and more, we have an abundance of fresh, local, organic and most of all healthy foods. But certain areas of the county are “food deserts,” where residents lack access to all that healthy food.

A food desert is defined by the USDA as an urban area in which it is difficult to buy affordable or good-quality fresh food. Towns such as Monticello and Liberty are food deserts, even though places rich in farms like the towns of Delaware, Bethel and Cochecton lie just miles away. This creates a situation in which residents do not purchase local and healthy foods, and suffer the health consequences.

In the health rankings of Sullivan County, adult obesity (30 BMI or more) is at 31%, compared to 24% statewide, among the highest rates in the state. The food environment index (factors that contribute to a healthy food environment) is 7.5 out of 10, compared to a statewide average of 7.9. It’s interesting to note that surrounding counties actually have above-average index numbers, such as Orange County at 8.4 and Delaware County at 8.3.

Organizations and citizens are working to improve those numbers, and to create a healthier Sullivan County by increasing access to healthy food. Here are some of the key players.

Sullivan Renaissance Sullivan Renaissance is now offering the Healthy Community Initiatives Grant, which supports efforts to enhance and promote the physical and environmental health of communities. The types of projects that will be considered for funding include:

• Development of walking, bicycling, hiking and nature trails • Support of healthy food or agricultural initiatives • Creation and care of community gardens • Tree-planting initiatives • Protection, restoration or creation of plant and wildlife habitats • Design and implementation of site-specific parks, trails and conservation master plans • Other initiatives related to the social, physical and environmental health of a community in consultation with Sullivan Renaissance staff

Applications are available at www.sullivanrenaissance. org. The deadline is October 1.

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Cornell Cooperative Extension Cornell Cooperative Extension received a five-year Creating Healthy Schools and Communities grant from the state. Jaycee DeGroat, Healthy Schools & Communities Team Leader, said, “The whole idea is to make a healthier environment through access to healthy food and exercise.”

One initiative they are using to obtain this goal is a “corner store makeover,” where bodegas or markets in places like Liberty and Monticello will see the shelves rearranged to place more fruits and vegetables toward the front. It will also include more pre-made meals using those ingredients, and increased signage pointing to healthier drinks than, say, soda. Other projects include a CSA program to boost access from farm to kitchen, an edible garden in the Fallsburg School District, and exercise initiatives like hanging new signs for the Parksville Rail Trail in Liberty.

The team also wants to work with companies to change the culture and environment of workplace wellness.

DeGroat says the optimal amount of exercise is 60 minutes per day. “Just doing something active, anything we can do during the work day, is working toward that goal,” he said. They will update workplace wellness policy to recommend certain changes like taking 15-minute walks and giving out pedometers. “Do a little of each thing and it becomes habitual, and you will have a healthier Sullivan County; that’s the goal,” DeGroat said.

Catskill Mountainkeeper One of the projects Catskill Mountainkeeper has initiated is the Catskill Edible Garden Project, in partnership with Sullivan Renaissance. They work with schools and community organizations to design edible gardens as living spaces to teach about food and nutrition.

These projects offer access to healthy local food, handson youth development experience and exposure to food and agriculture as important aspects of our community, culture and potential careers. There are edible gardens in eight area schools in the county, as well as at other locations, like the Federation for the Homeless.

Catskill Mountainkeeper also runs the farmers’ markets in Liberty and Monticello. According to its website, the markets “aim to promote local, sustainable agriculture, increased consumer awareness and access to healthy foods, while enhancing the value of our communities and economic opportunities for farmers, small businesses and artisans.” The Liberty Farmers’ Market is located in Creekside Park, 119 N. Main St., behind the Parks and Recreation building; enter via

School Street. It’s open on Fridays from 4 to 7 p.m., through October 28. The Monticello Farmers’ Market is located outside the Ted Stroebele Recreation Center, 10 Jefferson St., and is open Mondays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. from June 27 to October 10.

The two markets are approved for the Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP), the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Vegetables and Fruit Program and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. (To find out if you’re eligible and to apply for these programs, visit https://www.mybenefits.ny.gov/ mybenefits/begin).

Increasing access, changing behaviors According to local food activist Wendee Greene, we need to increase access to healthy, local foods and also to change our behavior in terms of what we buy and what we eat. “Access is part of the equation,” Greene said.

“The second part of the equation is changing behaviors.

Our ranking makes it obvious all of us need help with reorienting around food.”

By eating local food, we are not consuming overprocessed foods found in boxes on the shelves in grocery stores. “We are subjected to the industrialized food system,” Greene said. “We are told to eat it, and that it’s affordable. When in fact, we shouldn’t be eating it, and it is the least healthy.”

Greene says it is paramount that everyone supports access to local food, and by doing so, supports local agriculture and food production. “The fact is, agriculture is our business,” she said. That means emerging agricultural business as well as existing ones. For instance, there used to be 300 dairy farms in the county in the not-so-distant past, and now there are fewer than 30. She and the Upper Delaware Roundtable are working on a project to promote and increase dairy farm production. It’s still in the works, but we will report on it when it is finalized.

All these initiatives are working toward building a healthier Sullivan County by increasing access to and awareness about healthy foods. It won’t change in a day, but over time, these organizations hope to create longterm, sustainable change. Greene said, “We need to create community around food and encourage each other to use the bounty.”

[This is the second installment of the series Our County, Our Health. The third installment will appear in our July 7 newspaper.]

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EDITORIAL

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Slaughterhouse dreams fade away

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or the past 10 years or so, the Sullivan County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) and others have been trying to launch what could be called a boutique slaughterhouse in Liberty, NY. But after a wild ride of ups and downs, the project has finally met its demise.

The red meat facility was first proposed by the Sullivan County Agricultural Local Development Corporation in 2004, but that agency made no real progress, and the IDA adopted the project four years later.

The $1.7 million it cost to build the facility, which intentionally was not completed—the idea being that the ultimate operator could then customize the plant to its own needs—came from multiple sources including the IDA, the Sullivan County Legislature and the federal government, which kicked in $800,000 via the efforts of former Congressman Maurice Hinchey.

But there were problems from the start. First, despite the fact that most people in the community say they support agriculture, and it remains the first or second largest industry in Sullivan County—depending on whose figures you believe—no one wants to invite a slaughterhouse into the neighborhood.

The IDA believed they had found the perfect location at a remote spot in the Village of Liberty near the sewer treatment plant. The land was very rugged and would need extensive earth-moving work, but there were no neighbors to complain about the expected noise and smell. Officials said with modern slaughter techniques there would be no smell.

So after more than a decade on the drawing board, the 5,000-square-foot facility was ready for an occupant. The occupant in question would have had to come up with hundreds of thousands of dollars to complete the facility, and there were other complications.

The facility would only accommodate a few employees, and the business model envisioned by the IDA had the

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operation processing only a few animals per day. Also, because of the national laws regarding animal slaughter, the operator would have to pay an employee of the U.S. Department of Agriculture to observe operations of the facility on any day when an animal was slaughtered, so the days when animal processing would take place would be limited to one or two per week. Then, even if the whole operation were successful, it could not be expanded because there was no room.

Still, despite all of this, the community was mostly supportive of the project—except perhaps the vegans— because it boosted the agriculture sector, which many people believe gives the county its charm. At the groundbreaking ceremony former legislator Cindy Gieger said “We have the land, we have the farmers, we have an agricultural community, and we have the market 90 miles away.”

What could go wrong?

In the fall of 2015, the IDA sought operators who might wish to operate the facility. They sent out more than 30 direct invitations to individuals or groups who might fill the bill. They got one response, and that one ultimately didn’t work out.

On June 20, the Sullivan County Funding Corporation (SCFC), which has a membership that is identical to the IDA, voted to move forward with a plan to repurpose the new facility from the Southern Catskills Red Meat Processing Facility to the Sullivan County Catskills Regional Food Hub. The board voted to invest $100,000 in the development of the food hub in the near future and perhaps $400,000 further along as the developers raise other funds.

The food hub is designed to link local farmers and producers with other markets, and it too is a project that IDA has been working on for several years.

It’s certainly a worthy goal. IDA chairman Ira Steingart said preliminary talks have been conducted with some of the funding sources who provided money for the red meat facility, and because it’s still supporting local agriculture, the switch should be OK. After the experience of the past 10 years, it’s easy to be skeptical. But the good news is that more and more places have been experimenting with food hubs over the past few years, which means there are plenty of real-life examples out there from which we can find out what works, and what doesn’t. Organizations like the National Good Food Network are creating connections between people who are engaged in what they call the “good food” system, helping them learn from one another. With such resources, maybe the repurposed facility, as a food hub, has a chance at the success that eluded the slaughterhouse.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Fall down seven times, stand up eight” Cellular One

— Japanese proverb

Your vote can count on June 28 In these days of Citizens United and “pay-to-play” politics, when government seems to work only for those rich enough to buy it, many people don’t vote, thinking that their votes won’t matter, or because they don’t like any of the candidates. But not voting only multiplies the power of small special-interest groups that do, ensuring their candidates get elected, control legislative agendas and pass laws that favor their special interest to the detriment of everyone else. Choosing a candidate may require compromise, but failing to vote just hands your future over to people with whom you may totally disagree.

The essential ingredient of political power is the number of votes you command. Elections are decided by large voter turnouts. Only widespread public participation ensures that control of government remains with the true majority of the people, protecting their freedom, rights and quality of life. Big money and special interests can hijack the political process, but only if you let them.

In the June 28 Congressional primary, as in all elections, you have the opportunity to exercise real political power by researching the issues and voting for the person who best represents your interests. And if you still think that your vote won’t matter, look back at the 2015 Sullivan County Legislature election where many of the winners were determined by a handful of absentee ballots. To get the government you want, get out and vote.

Star D. Hesse Narrowsburg, NY

Veterans struggle with addiction, too The letter sent by Charles Petersheim doesn’t make any sense. Serving one’s country and dealing with addiction are not mutually exclusive. Guess how many people I know who developed alcoholism while in the military, who self medicated to deal with what they’d seen and done? It does not disrespect the military, or the sacrifices of our soldiers, to speak of an issue that impacts us all.

Maybe if we talked about what drives us to addiction, we wouldn’t have such a high suicide rate among our veterans.

As usual Vera, I’m incredibly glad to know you and to get to read about your experiences. You are strong in ways you don’t even realize, and your perspective is important. You are opening discussions that absolutely need to be had and creating a safe dialog for those of us who have been taught to hide our mistakes. I’m incredibly proud of you.

Bridget Davis Longwood, FL

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Letters are printed at the discretion of the editor. It is requested they be limited to 300 words; longer letters may not be printed, or may be edited down to the appropriate length. No letters or My Views in excess of 600 words will be printed. Deadline is 1:00 p.m. on Monday.]

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MY VIEW

VIEWS FROM THE TRAIN

By CHARLES REYNOLDS

By Tom Caska

Baby on board

To the person or persons who broke into a thrift shop

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ometime between Tuesday, June 14 at 5:15 p.m. and Wednesday, June 15 at 9:45 a.m., someone thought they needed to break into the Calling All Angels Thrift Shoppe in Milford, PA. This shop is operated by Calling All Angels Mission, a nonprofit staffed mostly by volunteers, and is in the business of helping those in our community in need.

I am the manager of the shop as well as being on the board of directors for the mission. I have heard people tell me I should be angry. They say they would feel violated if this had happened to them. Some even asked bluntly “who would break into a thrift shop?” to which I had no answer except that it must have been someone desperate.

I am neither. What I am is annoyed. Annoyed that someone would create unnecessary work for me that takes me away from my duties to the shop and to the community.

Annoyed that our volunteers now feel just a little bit less safe. Annoyed that I have to clean up their mess, block off the broken windows in case it rains. Annoyed that someone would feel it necessary to destroy property that is not only not theirs, but it is not ours either. We rent. So this means the landlord must worry about the damage and about the other businesses in the building.

But I am mostly annoyed that someone would feel the need to break into a thrift shop (which doesn’t really have a lot of things with huge value; no high-ticket items here) and break into a nonprofit that is here for those in need.

If someone truly is in need and feels their only recourse is to turn to crime in order to survive, they need only come to us and talk to us. They need only go to one of our partner agencies like Hands of Hope, Safe Haven, the

Food Pantry, or a local church, and that agency will refer them to us for assistance.

So to the person or persons who felt the need to break not one but two windows in our shop, who felt they were so far down that they had no other option than to steal from someone else, I have only this to say: Come talk to us.

You don’t have to say it was you who did it. Just come and tell us what’s going on. We might be able to help. We have lots of contact resources to point you in the right direction. We have clothing. We have household items, dishes, sheets, blankets—whatever you need. At Calling All Angels, it is our modus operandi to offer those in need a “hand out” to help them out now and a “hand up” to keep them from falling back into the situation they find themselves in.

We have enough things to be worried about: acquiring funding for our projects, making sure we have the resources to help out our partners, finding enough volunteers to staff the shop, pay the bills that need to be paid, figure out how can we help more people with the funds we have and the funds we might get, deal with leaks, creaks and assorted maintenance items. We don’t need to add the cost dealing with and worry of thinking about someone wanting to break in and steal from us.

Oh, and if you want to come in and volunteer, we could definitely use the help. You might learn something about us—and yourself.

[Charles Reynolds is the shop manager of the Calling All Angels Thrift Shoppe, and the treasurer/secretary of the Calling All Angels Mission in Milford, PA.]

COMMUNITY ACHIEVERS Meritorious fifth-graders get a treat CALLICOON, NY — On Monday, June 13, a group of fifth graders from Sullivan West Elementary School enjoyed a trip to the Villa Roma as a reward for never dropping below a balance of 96 merits out of a 100-point merit system throughout the entire school year. Merits were earned throughout each marking period for showing kindness and compassion to their classmates, having respect for their teachers and other school personnel and being responsible by completing all assignments.

The celebration began with lunch in the café. Next, they enjoyed some time in the bouncy houses and climbed the rock wall. They finished off their day of fun by swimming in both the indoor and outdoor pools. The students were Mikayla Dirie, Isabella DuBois, Max Ebert, Alexis Yusko, Kember Taylor, Anabella Wagner, Andrew Hubert, Makenzie Watson, Caitlynn Grossman, Nick Cicchetti, Kaylee DiBiase, Emily Yusko and Cheyenne Decker.

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Sullivan West fifth-graders who scored high in a school merit system enjoy their reward in the pool at Villa Roma in Callicoon, NY.

Latkowski named to dean’s list NARROWSBURG, NY — Erika Latkowski of Narrowsburg has been named to the dean’s list at the University of New Haven in West Haven, CT for the spring 2016 semester. Latkowski is majoring in forensic science. Fulltime undergraduate students must have a 3.50 or better cumulative GPA for the semester to be eligible for the dean’s list.

The University of New Haven is a private, top-tier comprehensive institution recognized as a national leader in experiential education. Founded in 1920, the university enrolls approximately 1,800 graduate students and more than 4,600 undergraduates.

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hen I think of the term “baby on board,” I think of those signs that used to be popular in the back window of cars. They were meant as a warning to other drivers that the car did indeed have a little one in the back seat, with the hope that they would slow down and use a little more caution when driving past the vehicle. Then somewhere, somebody complained that they were blocking the driver’s view and could cause an accident, yadda yadda yadda; they passed a law and the signs went away. On New Jersey Transit, “baby on board” has a whole new meaning, partly good and partly not so good, but always interesting.

As we pulled into the Harriman station I could see the family of four ready to board. Mom had a newborn swaddled in a pink blanket in her arms. Dad was holding his two-year-old son’s hand in his left hand and the baby stroller in his right. I could see from the size of the stroller it was one of these double-wides, built to let both children ride in the comfort that they deserved, complete with hanging toys, water bottle holders and an awning to shade the precious gems from sunstroke.

As the train slowed to a halt, you could see Dad going over the instructions of the day. Young Mom was dutifully nodding her head and putting on that brave, “I-can-dothis” face. I could see the wide blue eyes of the boy under his blond bangs. He was dressed in his cleanest of outfits, shoes, socks, shorts and shirt all perfectly coordinated.

He was also bursting with excitement for the coming train ride, maybe his first.

All seemed well as Dad spoke briefly to the conductor and then helped the family on board. This tale could end here with the family riding peacefully, but it doesn’t.

When they were all settled with the conductor standing in the door, Dad did the unthinkable. He leaned over, patted his son on the head and told him to behave, kissed his daughter’s cheek. Then he turned, hugged his wide-eyed wife, kissed her and said, “Don’t worry; everything will be fine.” Then he stepped off the train and, as the conductor closed the doors, I could see him waving good-bye and his son waving back. His wife, on the other hand had a look of dread on her face as if to say, “What am I doing?”

Well, as you probably guessed by now, it was her train ride from hell, filled with a crying infant who needed to be breast-fed and, a rambunctious two-year-old jumping up and down or kicking the seat of the person in front of him. Her phone rang every five minutes, and from her end of the conversation I could surmise that Dad called six times to check, four of which were to admonish his wayward son. Her mom called four times, three of them to inquire if she was sure she was going to the Secaucus station, where they would be picked up. One friend named Karen called to console her and a friend Julie called to help her complain about her husband. Sitting a few seats back it’s amazing what you can learn if you just listen.

Secaucus station came, and luckily the conductor came to her rescue, along with another passenger. Both helped her to get off the train with the kids and the doublewide stroller, complete with water bottles, toys and the canopy. Once she was safely off the train, the conductor closed the door. Out the window we could see the young one waving his little hand good-bye; inside the train car were 20 people equally excited at their departure and just as eagerly waving good-bye. As the train left the station you could hear a collective sigh in the car and a mumbled “Good luck.”

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OBITUARY THELMA “PAT” PATRICIA SKINNER Thelma “Pat” Patricia Skinner passed away on June 12, 2016 at CRMC, Harris, NY. She was a longtime resident of the Skilled Nursing Unit. She was 80 years old. The daughter of the late Jesse George Beach and Lucy Margaret Beach of Monticello, NY, she was born on November 16, 1935 in Middletown, NY. She was a homemaker and loved her family and friends. She will be missed dearly.

Pat enjoyed the time she spent and home visits she had with her niece and nephew Robin and Jorge Villafane of Liberty, NY. She is survived by her brother Jess George Beach Sr. and his wife Robin Cosh Beach of Liberty; sisters Mary Boyd of Monticello, NY, Edna Travis of Livingston, TX and Shirley Bush of Liberty, NY; daughter-in-law Karla Zagar and grandchildren Tristen and Joanna Croswait of Tampa, FL; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband William George Skinner, son William George Skinner Jr. and brother Richard Beach.

Graveside services were held on Friday, June 17, 2016 at Glen Cove Cemetery, Narrowsburg, NY.

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS WCCF celebrates 25th HONESDALE, PA — The Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) announced that June 21 marked the 25th anniversary of its creation. The foundation was incorporated on June 21, 1991 and granted non-profit status the following year. The foundation’s intent is to create a one-stop shop for fundraising, grant development, student scholarships and support for education.

During its formative years, the foundation’s results were modest. However, in 1995, it received its first endowed fund from Edwin Thomas of Seelyville. From this original bequest, the board of directors began to award grants to non-profit organizations in the county and to present scholarships to deserving graduates.

Since then, the foundation has awarded over $500,000 in grants, while the scholarship program has grown to be the largest source for academic awards in Wayne County. This year the foundation will present 38 scholarships amounting to $54,000. Currently, the WCCF manages 42 different funds with total assets over $3.2 million dollars.

DEATH NOTICES

Linda L. Finch

Ms. Linda L. Finch, Equinunk, PA, died on June 16, 2016 at Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY, after an extended illness.

A graveside gathering was held at the Pine Mill Cemetery, Equinunk, PA, on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 with a committal service.

Donations can be made to the Dessin Animal Shelter, 138 Miller Dr., Honesdale, PA 18431.

Eleanor Schindhelm Jacob Eleanor Schindhelm Jacob of Waymart, PA died Sunday morning, June 19, 2016 surrounded by the love of her family at home. She was 98.

Following cremation, a private service will be held at the convenience of the family.

Candace S. McCarthy Candace S. McCarthy of Kenoza Lake, NY, a lifetime area resident, died on June 11, 2016 at Catskill Regional Medical Center’s Callicoon Division. She was 67.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Stewart-Murphy Funeral Home, Jeffersonville, NY. The Reverend Kenneth Rodgers officiated.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Jeffersonville Volunteer First Aid Squad or the charity of one’s choice.

Janina Tapper Janina Tapper of Callicoon Center, NY died Thursday, June 16, 2016 at home. She was 91.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, June 18 at St. George’s Church, Jeffersonville, NY. Father Ignatius Vu officiated.

Memorial contributions can be made to Rocky’s Refuge, 605 Dutch Hill Road, Roscoe, NY 12776.

Joan E. Whalan Joan E. Whalan of Highland Lake, NY died on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale, PA. She was 90.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at St. Anthony’s of Padua, Yulan, NY. Burial will be at a later date in Calverton National Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY. Donations can be made to the American Legion Post #1363, 17 Collins Rd., Eldred, NY 12732 or ASPCA.

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RSVP celebrates 43 years of service

4-H shooting program gets award

CALLICOON, NY — The 43nd annual Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Recognition Day Luncheon was held on Wednesday, June 1 at the Villa Roma Clubhouse. During 2015, 280 volunteers served over 40,000 hours. Six volunteers who served over 1,000 volunteer hours apiece during 2015 received a special certificate as members of the Highest Hours Club: Barbara Burns, Suzanne Cecil, Patricia Curtis, Margaret Ippolit, Patricia A. McArthur and Sister Anne Toomey.

Each township nominated an RSVP Senior of the Year, and one senior was chosen from the resulting list as the Sullivan County RSVP Senior of the Year. The honoree chosen was Nellie Culligan, Town of Thompson.

RSVP currently has 63 medical drivers taking seniors to essential medical appointments they could not get to otherwise. In 2015, RSVP medical drivers provided more than 1,700 trips to the elderly of Sullivan County. RSVP’s also offers a telephone reassurance TOUCHSTONE Program and homebound meal delivery.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, call Caryn Mathews at 845/807-0251.

LIBERTY, NY — For the second year in a row, the National Rifle Association (NRA) has awarded an equipment grant to Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County’s 4-H Shooting Sports program. In 2015, the program received $2,500 in equipment, including targets, new firearms and bows, so youth didn’t have to use older, heavy and less accurate models.

This year, the NRA doubled the grant to $5,000 in recognition of the strength, growth and importance of the program for young people in Sullivan County. New equipment secured with the grant includes challenge targets, a spotting scope and a full laser shot simulator system.

The simulator can be used for public demonstrations and gives youth who are too young to handle live firearms an opportunity for early practice.

Donations in support of the 4-H Shooting Sports program can be made to Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County in Liberty or by visiting www. sullivancce.org. To learn more about the local National Rifle Association branch, visit www.friendsofnra.org.

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NARROWSBURG NEWS

Next Level Soccer joins Sports Factory

By Ann O’Hara

WHITE MILLS, PA — The Sports Factory of Northeast Pennsylvania has added Next Level Soccer to its family of training services. Headed by Coach Scott Bonagura, Next Level Soccer will offer technical and tactical, individual, group and team training, goal-keeper training, striker training, travel team opportunities and tournaments for ages three through 18.

Coach Bonagura holds both a National and State Soccer Coaching Diploma from the NSCAA and has his USSF “D” Soccer Coaching License. This fall, he starts his 13th season as head coach for the Wallenpaupack Area High School varsity boys program. Previously, Coach Bonagura spent seven years coaching boys and girls soccer at Delaware Valley School District at the middle school and high school levels.

Next Level Soccer’s staff also includes Erin M’Liss Bonagura, Shawn Knash and Katie Schkolenko. Its first offering at the complex will be a pre-season skills camp August 8 through 12, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. To register for camp or for more information visit www.nextlevelsoccerofnepa.com or call 570/493-4623.

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eorge Washington Woodward was born in 1809 in Bethany, PA, to Abisha and Lucretia Kimble Woodward. Admitted to the bar in 1830, he became a successful attorney in Wilkes-Barre, delegate to the state constitutional convention in 1837, president judge of the fourth judicial district from 1841 to 1851 and unsuccessful candidate for U. S. Senator in 1845. Nominated to the U. S. Supreme Court by President Polk, Woodward was not confirmed by the Senate due to the machinations of his political opponents. However, he later became a judge of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and ultimately Chief Justice. Woodward served in Congress from 1867 to 1871, but chose not to run for another term in 1870 and moved to Philadelphia, where he continued his law practice and remained active in political affairs. He died in 1875 while on a trip to Italy, and was buried in Wilkes-Barre. To learn more about this son of Wayne County, see “George W. Woodward, Forgotten son of Bethany,” by Albert G. Rutherford, at the Wayne County Historical Society.

From the collection of the Wayne County Historical Society, 810 Main St., Honesdale, open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Wednesday through Saturday. For more information see WayneHistoryPA.org or call 570/253-3240.

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Monticello Key Club celebrates year of service MONTICELLO, NY — The Monticello High School Key Club ended the 2015-2016 school year of community service activities with a pizza party, recognition of outgoing officers and elections of new officers for the next year. Seen here are Key Club faculty advisors Candice Andrejcisk, left, and Steven Raabe; and newly elected 2016-17 officers Victoria Simonova, president; Sara Sorensen, vice president; Emma Silverstein, treasurer; and Thomas Cammerino and Lina Rios, co-secretaries. The Key Club is a service leadership club led by high school students, sponsored by the Monticello Kiwanis Club.

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The new Yoga International studio in Honesdale, PA

By Jane Luchsinger

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t seems hard to believe, but we are getting ready to round the corner to the second half of the year. We always do that with celebrations of our country’s independence, with days off from work, gatherings of friends and family and, of course, fireworks. This year the fireworks will begin at dusk on Sunday, July 3 with a rain date of July 9. Fireworks seem to elicit childhood feelings as we respond to the pop and glitter with oos and ahs…. so much fun.

Next is July 4th and the tradition continues as the Narrowsburg Fire Department will have its annual parade at 3 p.m., followed by its take-out chicken barbeque from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

Come out and show your support for these important men and women volunteers in our community.

Have you been down to the park on the Flats lately? The basketball court has been refurbished and ornamental grasses are being planted around the perimeter of the playground to prevent small children from darting into the street. In keeping with Narrowsburg landscaping found throughout town, stacked stone planters will adorn the entranceway to the playground. We are pleased to have been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Sullivan County Plans and Progress program to continue to implement many of the aspects of the Multi-Generational Plan. Watch this summer as new equipment arrives.

The Narrowsburg Beautification Group (NBG) continues to prepare for the America in Bloom judges’ arrival on July 14. Plants and trees with multi-season appeal have been planted on Kirk Road and at the Route 97/Bridge Street fork. The NBG always welcomes new volunteers.

Why not join this award winning group? There are small jobs needing attention, and you may be the right person for the job. For more information call 845/252-3864. In the meantime, enjoy the summer.

New yoga studio opens in Honesdale HONESDALE, PA — Yoga International has opened a new yoga studio, locally-inspired café and retail boutique in Honesdale. The new studio space at 630 Main St. will showcase nationally recognized teachers, livestream online classes and hold a wide range of classes and multi-week events, including Yoga for Beginners, Heated Vinyasa Flow, Chair Yoga, Power Lunch, Midday De-stress and more.

Yoga International, founded in 1991 as a magazine publication, today is one of the world’s foremost online resources for yoga study and practice. The company now occupies all three floors of 630 Main St. with the goal of positioning the property as the destination to expand the knowledge and practice of yoga, not only in Northeastern Pennsylvania, but for anyone in the world.

There is a 1,250-square-foot studio where you can attend classes in person, and livestream classes will be broadcast through yogainternational.com. At the café, guests can enjoy a cup of Soma Origins coffee, locally roasted in Honesdale, chai, or herbal tea with an artisanal treat. The boutique will feature a selection of artisan jewelry from around the globe, as well as an array of yoga props, gear and clothing. Hours for café and boutique are Thursday and Friday from 12 noon to 7 p.m. or Saturday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit https://yogainternational.com/studio.

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COMMUNITY CURRICULUM Fishing DIY at Cooperage HONESDALE, PA — There will be an introduction to light spin fishing and fly fishing at The Cooperage on Thursday, June 23 from 7 to 9 p.m. The event will be led by Evan Padua. Padua will discuss the equipment, rules and regulations and local fish species. He’ll share tips and tricks and point us toward great fishing locations in our region. We’ll roll up our sleeves and practice knot tying and casting.

This workshop will be geared toward first-timers, but seasoned fisherman should find the class informative. Feel free to bring your fishing pole, but it’s not required.

Padua has guided fishing and whitewater river trips in Alaska, Wyoming, New York and Pennsylvania. Currently, with his father of Sweetwater Guide Service, he guides day fishing trips on the Upper Delaware River.

The suggested donation is $10, and registration is suggested. Call 570/253-2020 or email info@thecooperageproject.org.

‘Solar Power Basics’ CALLICOON CENTER, NY — Apple Pond Farm and Renewable Energy Education Center will present “Solar Power Basics A-Z” on Saturday, June 25 from 2 to 4 p.m at Apple Pond Farm. The handson course, explaining the fundamentals of solar electric with demonstrations and interactive learning, will feature a presentation

by Dick Riseling. Riseling is the founder and former executive director of Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development, which advises Sullivan County legislature on sustainability issues.

The workshop costs $50 per person. To register email renew ableenergy@applepondfarm.com or call 845/482-4764.

‘Becoming Human’ BEACH LAKE, PA — Visiting minister Mary Tiebout will present a program entitled “Becoming Human” at the Sunday, June 26 meeting of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship.

The meeting will take place at 10:15 a.m. at the Berlin Township Community Center. Author Yuval Harari, in his book “Sapiens,” tells the story of our species and how major evolutionary events have affected who we are now. Becoming human is also a story of personal evolution and of the changes that occur during a lifetime that can move humanity toward a greater goal. A social time and refreshments will follow the program. For directions visit www. uduuf.org/directions.

Aquatics Boot Camp ELLENVILLE, NY — The Spa at Honor’s Haven Resort will hold an Aquatics Boot Camp series starting July 5. The three classes per week will include swimming drills, weight training, calisthenics in and out of the water, treading water with weights and highintensity interval training.

Contributed photo The aquatics training program The indoor pool at Honor’s Haven will inflict little to no impact on Resort joints; benefitting those suffering from joint aliments like arthritis as well as injured athletes looking to return to their sport with a minimal loss of conditioning.

You should consult with your physician prior to any exercise program to determine whether it is appropriate for your condition or injury. Participants must be 16 years of age or older and know how to swim to take part in this program. All are responsible for providing their own swimsuits, towels and water bottles.

This program will be held in the indoor pool at The Spa at Honor’s Haven Resort on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m. The fee to participate is $180 or $15 per class. For more information or to register email spa@honorshav en.com or call 845/210-3088.

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The BEST Visitor’s Guide 6 1 0 2 Best Places for Food & Drink Appetizers, Brunch, Desserts, Region The Heron

845-252-3333 40 Main Street Narrowsburg, NY 12764 www.theheronrestaurant.com

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607-290-5002 145 Rockland Road Roscoe, NY 12776 www.roscoebeercompany.com

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Miss Monticello Diner 845-791-8934 405 Broadway Monticello, NY 12701

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845-292-7210 2071 STATE RT. 52 Liberty, NY 12754

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570-253-3469 947 Main St Honesdale, PA 18431

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Gresham’s Chop House

(570) 226-1500 2495 Route 6 Hawley, PA 18425 www.greshamschophouse.com

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845-701-1353 PO BOX 357 Mongaup Valley, NY 12762 cedarrapidsnewyork@gmail.com

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Pennsyltucky Grill

(570) 253-1300 1095 Texas Palmyra Highway Honesdale, PA 18431 www.pennsyltuckygrill.com

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845-557-8227 PO BOX 22 Barryville, NY 12719 STEELERSFAN@CITLINK.NET

Best Businesses & Services Antique Store A Pickerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Find

570-253-0207 1098 Texas Palmyra Highway Honesdale, PA 18431

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845-557-8562 19 Silverfish Road Barryville, NY 12719 www.eccebedandbreakfast.com

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Catskill Hudson Bank

122 Kirks Road, Narrowsburg, NY (845) 334-0115 www.chbny.com

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Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Tooles Harley Davidson 845-888-2426 4 Sullivan Street Wurtsboro, NY 12790 www.otooleshd.com

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Steveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Music Center

845-796-3616 348 Rock Hill Drive Rock Hill, NY 12775 www.stevesmusiccenter.com

New Business of the Year Catskill Mountain Resort

845-456-0195 211 Mail Road Barryville, NY 12719 www.catskillmountainsresort.com

Pet Boarding/Pampering Dog Mountain Lodge

845-932-9393 486 County Road 116 Cochecton, NY 12726 www.dogmountainlodge.com

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411 Route 17B, Monticello, NY 12701 845-796-HOME www.besthomesonearth.com

1-845-588-5306 6569 New York 97 Narrowsburg NY 12764 jennieeaglevalleyrealty@gmail.com

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Dr. Paul Salzberg 845) 887-6112 9741 New York 97 Callicoon, NY 12723

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Rick Maloney -Narrowsburg Electric 845-252-6640 Narrowsburg, NY 12764

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Cover Your World Flooring

570-251-2538 817 Main Street Honesdale, PA 18431 www.coveryourworldflooring.com

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Septic Service Roto Rooter 845-252-3000 67 Arena Court Narrowsburg, NY 12764 weplumb.com

Special Area Attraction, Museum, Live Music Venue Bethel Woods Center for the Arts 866-781-2922 200 Hurd Road Bethel, NY 12720 www.bethelwoodscenter.org

Home Decor

Rasmussen Furniture (845) 252-3901 90 Main Street Narrowsburg, NY 12764

Private School Homestead School

845-856-6359 428 Hollow Road Glen Spey, NY 12737 www.homesteadschool.com

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RELISH EVERY DAY

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here are two schools of thought when it comes to side dishes. One contends that the main course is the star, bestowing a kind of benign neglect upon its accompaniments. The other deems those savory satellites, when properly prepared, to be worthy of a meal on their own. You will find me firmly in the second camp, lavishing my attention— as both cook and eater—on a satisfying lineup of vegetables. At a steakhouse, I’m known for skipping the rib eye in favor of the grilled asparagus, creamed spinach and sweet-potato fries. If you’ve got a foot in each camp, then you need to spend at least as much time on your salads as you do on your fillets. With that as a given, I offer you some stellar sides to disrupt your dinner table.

Almost every July, I throw a big barbeque for lots of friends. The big draw is undoubtedly the Eastern North Carolinastyle pulled pork, but even my vegetarian pals look forward to the occasion. Instead of smoky meat, they enjoy piling baked beans, coleslaw and bread-and-butter pickles on soft supermarket buns (the only truly acceptable vehicle for authentic barbeque). The beans are the ultimate summer side, but substantial enough to

deserve top billing. Packed with umami flavors from miso, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil and Sriracha, they somehow manage to deliver a surprisingly authentic version of this sweet-savory American classic. They take a full day to cook, but can be made in advance and even keep well frozen.

The thin-skinned, tender-fleshed new potatoes unearthed in summer are a real treat. They pair so well with all the fresh herbs available at the same time. I like to boil creamy yellow potatoes until they get just a little shaggy, then toss them with a sauce made from fresh dill pureed with salted butter. Into the mix go little cubes of dill pickle for an unexpected and delightful crunch. This dish has a sunny green freshness that makes it a great alternative to heavy, mayonnaise-laden potato salads. It also classes up a grilled hot dog.

As soon as stone fruits come into season, I’m looking for ways to feature them at the peak of ripeness. The combination of sweet, tart and floral you get from peaches, plums, nectarines and cherries lends itself to a savory salad. I like slightly firmer fruit for this dish, as the pieces tend to hold their shape better. The

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ORT JERVIS, BY — The newly upgraded Port Jervis Farmers’ Market will start on Saturday, June 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the newly appointed Farmers’ Market Square, located next to the Burger King. The market has a new market manager, Sarah Worthy, a new website and branding/signage, six farm stands and weekly live music. It will run from June to October 29, rain or shine.

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he Sullivan County Catskills was a summer haven in the 1950s, where I and many others in the New York City/northern New Jersey area spent our childhoods. Living within a reasonable driving distance from the Catskills, we drove our tightly packed jalopies over the bumpy old roads. Feeling nostalgic as our 40th wedding anniversary approached, it made perfect sense for my husband and me to travel todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highways two short hours to arrive back at the old summertime homestead.

Celebrating my anniversary traversing the once-hopping land of bungalows in the famed Borsht Belt was cathartic, yet prompted mixed emotions. Our first stop was on DeBruce Road in Livingston Manor, the stomping grounds of my summertime youth. We snapped a quick photo of the dilapidated barnturned-bungalow that housed my family back in the 1950s from late June through early September. My father bartered with a cousin for the opportunity to stay the season.

In exchange, he toiled at maintenance work on the buildings of the converted farm on weekends and vacations from his job carrying mail for the U.S. Postal Service.

Those bare-bone bungalows hold joyful memories. From the early morning dew, to nature-filled days spent outdoorsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;including walks to local farms to get basics from the farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;to the cool night air, the fun never ended.

Eventually my cousin sold the bungalows and moved to Liberty, where we sometimes visited her on Cold Spring Road. Later, throughout my tweens and teens, finances limited our stays in other colonies to a short stretch of a week or two.

For one or two summers each, we lodged at Tuttleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cabin near the creek on Tuttle Hill Road, Aldenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bungalow colony in Parksville, Mundleinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in White Lake, or Sunny Glade in Swan Lake.

The day of our anniversary, my husband and I headed out after breakfast for our day-long tour of the mountain towns, stopping first at Antique Palace Emporium. In the course of our conversation with the proprietress, she asked us where the old bungalows where we had

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The barn turned bungalow where author Sharon Mark Cohen spent summers in childhood now stands in disrepair.

Ida and Benjamin Mark, the authorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents, are seen here in the 1950s, when the family spent its summers in Catskills bungalows.

stayed were located. I answered that they were on DeBruce Road, corner of Tuttle Hill.

Intrigued, she began constructing a roadmap with questions.

As she continued to probe, I responded, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Near Deckerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, where we bought our eggs.â&#x20AC;? She replied, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh, you bought eggs from my grandfather.â&#x20AC;? Her paternal grandfather from whom we had bought our eggs had passed when she was about eight. Her parents built their house next door, and still live there. We knew several of the same families on Tuttle Hill Road, including the Tuttles.

She smiled when I recalled Mrs. Tuttle, churning fresh butter in her kitchen, and her husband, the wiry old gentleman dressed in his farming attire, consisting of a long-sleeved flannel shirt, jeans with suspenders and fedora-style straw hat.

Cheerily leaving her shop, we adventured to Narrowsburg, and from there, enjoying the scenic vistas, we circled around the mountainous roads to Bethel.

Having toured the museum a few times since its opening, we strolled around the lush grounds instead, admiring the hardy young trees, shrubs and flowers, marveling at the well-aged, beautifully manicured rolling countryside.

I joked with my husband that we met because of the Woodstock Festival. Had that event not occurred at Yasgurâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm in Bethel that summer of 1969, my family probably would have been perched down the road at Mundleinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bungalows in White Lake for another summer vacation, enjoying the great outdoors, boating, dipping in the lake, singing around evening bonfires and seeing shows at Laurel Playhouse. Instead, my father feared the spillover of the revelers would cause un-maneuverable traffic. My mother anticipated horrors from the â&#x20AC;&#x153;hippy dippys,â&#x20AC;? as she called them, with their drugs, free sex and garbage.

I turned 16 that summer. Since we stayed home, I went to a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yard party where I met my future husband.

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Laugh again. Live again.

Arnee and Sharon Cohen recently spent their 40th anniversary revisiting the scenes of Sharon’s childhood.

Continued from page 20

Doing some more antiquing with my high-school sweetheart, this time in White Lake, we spotted milk bottles.

We are drawn to them, since my father-in-law was a milkman for 35 years—the mailman’s daughter married the milkman’s son. Seeing a $650 tag, I questioned it at the register. Laughing, the cashier explained that coming from Yasgur’s Farm, manufactured in 1969, raised its value.

When I recounted my saga to the restaurateur at the Fat Lady Cafe on Kauneonga Lake, telling her about our 40th anniversary and how we return every summer to ride around the familiar territory, she said she hears these stories often. Patrons always ask for pictures of the defunct bungalows. She introduced a man sitting at the next table; he has revisited every summer since his childhood at the bungalows next door. He flew up with his wife from Texarkana, TX. They all viewed the picture of my parents in the ‘50s, stored faithfully on my iPhone.

Thanking my husband for spending our anniversary with me “up the mountains,” the place we traditionally took our children for a yearly overnight, gave me pause.

Enjoying the beauty of the terrain, I nevertheless shed a tear over missing the relaxed bungalow life and the old colonies themselves, filled with extended family and summertime friends. Those were the best of times.

[Sharon Mark Cohen lives in South Orange, NJ, but still revisits the Upper Delaware area where she spent many childhood summers.]

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ILFORD, PA — The Milford Music Festival takes place from Friday, June 24 through Sunday, June 26. The three-day, borough-wide celebration takes place at locations all over town, from the Milford Theatre to restaurants, galleries and even realtors and opticians. Adding to the fun on Saturday will be a strawberry festival and flea market at the United Methodist Church; a book sale on the lawn of the library; and hot dogs and cotton candy to accompany the music of Somerville at Belle Reve Senior Living at 12 noon. On Sunday, you can browse the weekly farmers’ market at the Grotto from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as well as get an earful of music.

Here’s a small sample of the venues and musicians: Davis Chant (SaRon Crenshaw Trio Saturday 12:30 WHERE: All over downtown Milford, PA p.m., Little Big Band Sunday 12:30 p.m.), Hotel Fauchere WHEN: Friday, June 24 (Janet Burgan 6 p.m. Friday, through Sunday, June 26 Joe Guerra 1 p.m. Saturday; COST: Free and on Sunday, Joe Ferry CONTACT: www. and Friends on the porch at milfordmusicfest.org 1 p.m., Molly Scollo & Alex Miller with Adam Sandanato in the garden at 1 p.m., and Moonlight on the Poconos Big Band at 3 p.m.), Van Gorders Furniture (Little Sparrow 1 p.m. Saturday), Apple Valley (Brian McLoughlin 7:30 p.m. Saturday), Frisky Goat Coffeehouse (Ernie Kara 5 p.m. Saturday, Circle Jam 12 noon Sunday), The Golden Fish Gallery (Tara Minstrels 12 noon Saturday) and Waterwheel Café (Walt Edwards, 7 p.m. Saturday). At the Milford Theatre, bluesman Bobby Kyle will perform on Sunday at 4 p.m., and there will be a revue called “Hooray for Hollywood!” on Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

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Both artists are observers of the human condition, though the lenses through which they make their observations are very different. Kopp paints miniature objects, specific enough to depict what they represent, yet in their ambiguity they convey a universality of human exContributed photo istence. The paintings are glimpses “Lullaby,” by Tara Kopp, oil on panel of a scene or fragments of a narrative and are fictional constructions

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of specific moments in time.

Nature is at odds with the subjects in the paintings of Jenna Lucente.

Her work portrays a moment of tension between animal kingdom and the natural environment due to ongoing human interference that challenges the animal’s role in nature.

The inspiration for this series is the Catskills region.

Gallery hours are Thursdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Mondays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The CAS Arts Center is wheelchair accessible.

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Parents MONTICELLO, NY — On Friday, June 24, the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 479 Broadway, will celebrate the start of its summer reading program with a party.

The party will be a Kids vs. Parents competition. Between 4:30 and 6 p.m. sign up for summer reading, learn about the wide variety of summer programs at the library, enjoy a few snacks and play games. There will be many board games, including life-sized Connect 4, Rock Em’ Sock Em’ Robots, Apples to Apples, Sorry, and more.

There will also be Super Smash Bros. on the big screen, and a 3D printer demonstration. Go around the room playing games, and earn points for Team Kids or Team Parents. The winning team earns bragging rights.

Door prizes will be drawn throughout the event, including family four-pack tickets to Hudson Valley Renegades games, a gift certificate to Sticky Fingers Ice Cream in Kauneonga Lake, and books for children and teens. Must be present to win. For more information visit www.ebcrawfordlibrary.org.

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Milford Music in the Park MILFORD, PA — The Milford Music in the Park series will kick off on Sunday, June 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. with country music star Kendall Phillips. It will be the first of four concerts in the series, all of which will be held in the Ann Street Park. The others will take place on July 10, July 24 and August 14.

Kendall performed in the park in 2014 to thrilled crowds, and is fresh off Hollywood Week of the final season on American Idol, her second appearance there.

Opening for Phillips is the locally popular and rising stars themselves, the Mason Jar Rebellion. Local musician Lenny Miller will warm things up.

The mission of Music in the Park is to enrich the cultural quality of Milford Borough through an outdoor community-oriented summer concert series featuring a diverse musical program for the enjoyment of Milford area residents and visitors. Facebook users can follow updates at www.facebook.com/gazebomusic.

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BioBlitz returns to Ten Mile River TUSTEN, NY — Families can take advantage of a free educational opportunity for all ages to experience the diversity of life on a unique parcel of private property in Tusten on June 24 and 25 at the Ten Mile River Scout Camp. In returning to the site of the 2014 Upper Delaware BioBlitz, the teams will be looking to reconfirm some of the extraordinary findings (including 123 “first occurrences”), discover new species, and tie the event into the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service.

Teams of scientists and amateur naturalists will converge on the site on Friday to begin their 24-hour survey. The public is invited to meet the researchers, see what they have collected, and participate in programs such as walks and talks led by the scientists beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, June 25 at the head of Rock Lake on Cochecton Turnpike, where the collection base-camp tent will be located. Families

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Children investigate samples at the 2014 Upper Delaware BioBlitz. can view the specimens, meet scientists of various disciplines and enjoy a tour of the site to learn how different species live and thrive in the context of the overall property. Teams and sponsoring organizations will provide information and offer educational programs on their particular areas of expertise. For more information, including directions and a map, visit www. upperdelawarebioblitz.com. See also this week’s River Talk (page 32).

Book signing and jazz guitar MILFORD, PA — The ARTery Gallery, 210 Broad St., will host a local authors’ book-signing event on Saturday, June 25 from 12 noon to 4 p.m. As part of the Milford Music Festival, the gallery will present a jazz guitar duet, local musicians Glenn Heller and Paul Acquaro, playing from 12 noon to 2 p.m. in the gallery.

Marie Liu and Dawn Benko will be presenting the second edition of their popular “Waterfall Guide to the Upper Delaware River.”

Four new waterfall destinations have been added to the original book, making a total of 16 destinations. “Fun and Simple State Crafts,” Cover of “Back in a nine-book series, Time,” by Stella and “Fun and Simple Provenzano New England State Crafts” were written and designed by author/artist June Ponte, for third- and fourth-graders. Stella Provenzano, a selftaught watercolor artist and illustrator.

Her book, “Back in Time,” a coloring book for adults/seniors that is full of drawings created of famous actors and entertainers of the Golden Age of stage and screen.

Heather Houskeeper, a certified herbalist, long-distance hiker and author of the “Botanical Hiker” series, will be presenting her latest book: “A Guide to the Edible and Medicinal Plants of the Finger Lakes Trail System.” For more information visit https://arterygallerymilford.com.

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Jones’ recent accolades include official showcases at Folk Alliance International Conference and IBMA’s Wide Open Bluegrass festival and taking home the grand prize in the 40th Eddie’s Attic Songwriter Shootout. In January 2015, Jones was featured on PBS’s Great Performance series where she gave a solo rendition of her original song “Broken Hearts.”

The underground theatre is located in the Hawley Silk Mill, 8 Silk Mill Dr. Tickets cost $19 to $22. They can be purchased in person at AMSkier Insurance Agency at 209 Main Ave. Cocoon Coffeehouse caters wine, beer, snacks and mixed drinks on site at the shows and an advance ticket serves as a coupon for 20% off at Glass— wine.bar.kitchen after the show. Harmony Presents is sponsored by Bold Gold Media Group. For more information, call 570/5888077.

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Book signing for ‘Hearts Unloched’ LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY — Writing under the pseudonym Claire Gem, Middletown native Frances Brown, now of Webster, MA, will present a book talk and signing of her award-winning romantic suspense novel “Hearts Unloched” at The Sullivan County Historical Society’s Museum on Sunday, June 26 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Brown is the author of three novels as well as her memoir, “Maternal Threads,” which was released in 2015. Set in Loch Sheldrake, “Hearts Unloched,” a love story with a paranormal twist, was the runner-up in the romance category of the 2016 New York Book Festival’s competition. Inspired by urban legends about the lake, and the fact that her husband, Clark Brown, grew up in the area, Frances created a fictional, crumbling hotel on its shores. Marco Lareci, a wealthy investor from Manhattan, follows his gut instinct that the area is about to undergo an economic revival and buys the property, intending to transform it into a five-star boutique hotel. When he hires interior designer Kate Bardach for the job, he is unaware that she is not only talented, but psychic. It doesn’t take long for the poltergeist spirit trapped within the hotel’s walls to zero in on Kate with personal intensity. For more information call 845/434-8044.

Choralaires summer concert HAWLEY and HONESDALE, PA — The Wayne Choralaires will celebrate hometowns, friends, and neighbors with its summer concert, “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.” Performances will be on Sunday, June 26, at 6 p.m. at Queen of Peace Church in Hawley; and on Monday, June 27, at 7:30 p.m. in Central Park, Honesdale.

The concert will begin with the well-known Fred Rogers song “It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,” followed by the singing of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Other selections for the first half of the concert include “Come Live with Me and Be My Love,” “Swing Down, Chariot,” and “I’m in His Care.” The second half of the concert will include Franz Schubert’s beloved “Die Forelle” (The Trout), Meredith Willson’s ballad “Till There Was You,” medleys of songs from “West Side Story” and Disney productions and more.

Piano accompanist for the concert is Melissa Robbins, who also accompanies the Chancel Choir of Honesdale’s Central United Methodist Church.

A free-will offering will be accepted to help defray the cost of music. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating at the park concert. The rain venue for the Honesdale concert is Central United Methodist Church on Church and 11th streets.

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Spotlight Players to rock ‘Godspell Jr. HAWLEY, PA — Spotlight Players will bring “Godspell Jr.” to Hawley United Methodist Church on June 24 to 26.

The cast is made up of 10 students aged 15 to 18 years old, representing Western Wayne, Wallenpaupack and Dunmore High Schools. The adults who round out the crew are Tori Clemens, director/choreographer; Victoria Barcarola as vocal director and Becky Chaven as sound operator.

Alex Marchena of Lake Ariel will portray Jesus in Spotlight’s Production, supported by an equally talented R.J. Clemens from Lake Ariel as John the Baptist/Judas.

“Godspell” is a musical by Stephen Schwartz and JohnMichael Tebelak. It opened off Broadway on May 17, 1971, and has played in various touring companies and revivals many times since, including a 2011 revival now playing on Broadway. The structure of the musical is that of a series of parables, based on the Gospel of Matthew (though three of the parables featured are recorded only in the Gospel of Luke). These are then interspersed with a variety of modern music set primarily to lyrics from traditional hymns, with the passion of Christ treated briefly near the end of the performance.

The church is located at 315 Church St. Hawley United Methodist Church Shows are at 7:30 p.m. on the 24th and 25th, with a matinee at 3 p.m. on the 26th. Tickets cost $12 and can be reserved by calling 732/904-5965 or emailing spotlightplayersllc@gmail.com. For more information visit spotlightplayersllc.com.

Museum debuts Borscht Belt gallery HURLEYVILLE, NY — On Sunday, July 3 at 2 p.m., the Sullivan County Historical Society will open a new gallery, “The Borscht Belt.” It has been made possible by the receipt of local donations.

The “Borscht Belt” depicts a time when living in Sullivan County meant excitement and diversions in all directions, when the famous and wannabes came and spent time in what was counted (by The New York Times) as over 500 resort hotels and 1,000 boarding houses, some establishments famous the world over. Associate curator Bill Gronwald has assembled information from many sources including the extensive files in the dociety’s archives. The collection includes a photograph of Eleanor Roosevelt with Jennie Grossinger and a small picture of the very first host of Grossinger’s, the original grandmother doing laundry for her guests by hand at the creek on the Grossinger Farm.

At the opening there will be musical entertainment by Patti Greco featuring musical tunes from the resort era, after a discussion led by Sullivan County Historian John Conway. The opening program is supported by a grant of “Arts for Sullivan” administered by the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.

Visits to the Sullivan County Museum on Main St. are free, but membership donations of $15 are always welcome. For more information call 845/434-8044.

HONESDALE, PA — Join Lacawac Sanctuary on Thursday, June 30 at The Cooperage Project for the second annual Tapas, Tunes and Toasts Event from 6 to 8 p.m. There will be a tapas-style menu catered by Anthill Farm Kitchen, featuring dishes made using Wayne County grown/produced products, locally produced wine and beer, and live musical entertainment. Proceeds will support Lacawac’s programs for children grades K through 12, ranging from school visits with its naturalists to group-specific field trips and after-school enrichment.

Tunes will be provided by The Crackers. Toasts will be provided by Wood Winery and Irving Cliff Brewery. Corporate sponsors for the event are Brian T. Kelly CPA and Associates and The Dime Bank; and Toasts Sponsors: Woodloch Resort, Wayne Bank, Deborah Ann Friese Realtor and Citizens Savings Bank.

Tapas, Tunes and Toasts is a 21-plus event. Tickets cost $25 and can be purchased online at lacawactapas. bpt.me, or reservations can be made by calling Lacawac at 570/689-9494. For more event information visit www. lacawac-outreach.org/tapas-tunes--toasts.html.

Shadowland Stages produces ‘Red’ ELLENVILLE, NY — Shadowland Stages will present John Logan’s “Red” from Friday, June 24 to Sunday, July 10 at the theatre at 157 Canal St. “Red” tells the story of master abstract impressionist Mark Rothko, who has just landed the biggest commission in the history of modern art, a series of murals for New York’s famed Four Seasons Restaurant. In the two years that follow, Rothko works feverishly with his young assistant, Ken. But when Ken gains the confidence to challenge him, Rothko faces the agonizing possibility that his crowning achievement could also become his undoing.

“Red” was nominated for seven Tony Awards and won six, including Best Play. It also won the Drama Desk Award for Best Play and the Drama League Award for Distinguished Production of a Play. The show is directed

by James Glossman. “Red” stars Tom Teti as impressionist painter Mark Rothko and Alex Glossman as his assistant Ken. The set is designed by Christopher and Justin Swader, with lighting design by Mitchell Ost. Tickets for evening performances at 8 p.m. cost $39, Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. cost $34, and for a 2 p.m. matinee on Saturday, June 25, $29. They can be ordered at 845/647-5511 or online at www.shadowlandstages.org.

Shadowland Stages is a professional theatre whose shows are produced at the theatre using professional Equity actors and professional directors and designers.

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Chef Turgay Terzi created Last Thursday, I had the opportunity to check out the Turkish specialties for new, plush, extra-comfy seats (www.fbplayhouse.org) Jeffersonville’s first of four while watching a musical that I had never seen before, salutes to ethnic foods last which was refreshing. As its season opener, the Forestweekend. burgh Playhouse produced “SHOUT! The Mod Musical,” which starred five ridiculously talented ladies belting TRR photos by Jonathan Charles out more than 25 solid-gold hits from the ‘60s, strung Fox together via the gals reading through a fictitious maga- SHOUT! The Mod Musical was zine (think Cosmo). It was replete with advice columns, the first show to open at the advertisements and articles that illustrated the decade Forestburgh Playhouse last through voice-over and song. Producer Franklin Trapp week featuring five fantastic has decided to bring shows to Forestburgh this season ladies in a salute to the sixties. that have never been seen here before, and if “SHOUT!” is an example of what we have in store for us all summer long—well, I would recommend making reservations.

Last Sunday’s Kauneonga Block Party featured a sixtiesOf course, concert season is upon us, and when forced themed regatta, which floated past revelers celebrating to choose between Daryl Hall and John Oates or BareFather’s Day in style. naked Ladies at Bethel Woods last week, I went with the Ladies, whose “Last Summer on Earth” tour looks like it might be just that. The tour, which features opening acts Howard Jones and Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Kids took advantage Dark (OMD) has dates set through July, and maybe they of sixties-themed have rabid fans elsewhere, but let’s just say the crowd photo-ops during the was appreciative, albeit less than standing-room-only. I first annual Kauneonga have great expectations as the season (www.bethelwoodBlock Party held last scenter.org) unfolds, and with living legends like Aretha Sunday. and Smokey Robinson on the bill, aside from scads of other desirable acts, I’m sure that future tailgating will be out-of-control all summer long. I’m also excited to see stand-up comic Jim Gaffigan on the schedule (July 16), This might just be the aptly titled “Last Summer on Earth” tour for the Barenaked Ladies. and think this could be a great start to a wider variety of shows, assuming that it’s not my last summer on earth.

Something different is also taking place in Jeffersonlong live music acts, a petting zoo, vendors galore and a ville, NY this summer as the town-wide salute to ethnic ‘60s (hmmm) themed regatta, replete with boats decked cultures gets underway. I swung by the firehouse last out in resplendent tie-dyed flags and banners. It was an Saturday to check out the first in a series of celebrations absolutely picture-perfect-postcard kind of day, and I had being presented throughout the season and observed a a blast strolling the shoreline, taking photos (check them P resentt s Presents PLUS OUR GALLERY, belly-dancing class held prior to a performance on stage out on our Facebook page) and watching the dog frolic DINNER AT THE TAVERN to be held later that day. “Jeffersonville Matters” (JEMS) with new pals she met down by the docks. and THE CABARET... rep Catherine Scott enthused about the program, and With the first day of summer just behind us, I’m hoping BROADWAY’S said that the idea was “to celebrate the cultural diversity to make the most of it, while reminding myself to slow DYNAMIC that we have with a variety of ethnic food available on down and savor the best that this season has to offer in Main Street.” Ted’s Restaurant’s Turgay Terzi created the Catskills. From what I hear, a whole new generation DUOS Turkish specials for the celebration, and there are events is “discovering” the region, and my fervent wish is that Celebrate the songs from the best composer/lyricist s on planned over the rest of the summer highlighting Brazil, they understand how rare the atmosphere is here in the Broadway! You’ll be tranteam ted by the songs of Kander spor China and Italy, so keep your eye on Where and When. mountains, respect the beauty and preserve its integrity & Ebb, Maltby & Shire, Lloyd Webe r and Yet another first took place on Sunday as families for future generations to enjoy long after I’m gone. HopeRice, Rodgers & Hart H and more! took to the streets of Kauneonga Lake for the inaugufully, this is not my last summer on earth, but if it is, I Sponsored by ral (I’m pretty sure it will happen again) Block Party. It plan to make the most of it right now, in the good old sumM S SM IS R RISM URIS UR TOU !

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WHERE AND WHEN Thurs., Jun. 23 DIY: Fishing

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; DIY: Fishing! led by Evan Padua of Sweetwater Guide Services presented by The Cooperage Project, 7-9pm. Suggested donation $10. Registration encouraged. Call 570/253-2020 or email info@thecooperageproject.org.

Libations & Creations: Paint Your Pet

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Paint-your-pet-party at Harmony Presents, 7pm. Your pet will be pre-sketched on canvas based on photos you send in. Cost: $56. Register by June 19. 570/588-8077.

Wayne County Genealogy Group

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wayne County Genealogy Group meets at the Wayne County Historical Society, 4:30pm. Ken Parks presents his report on the recent Ontario Genealogical Conference, followed by continued discussion of vital records. Email wchspa@ptd.net or call 570/253-3240.

Fri., Jun. 24 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Hooray for Hollywood!â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; City Stage Theatre Arts presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hooray for Hollywood!â&#x20AC;? at the Milford Theatre, 7:30pm. Musical revue celebrating Hollywood. Tickets $10, available at the door.

Fellowship pot luck luncheon

BEACH LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Adult fellowship luncheon at the Beach Lake United Methodist Church, 12noon. Bring a friend, everyone welcome. Bring a covered dish.

Carol Dunn from the Wayne County Historical Society will speak on â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Dairy Industry in Wayne County.â&#x20AC;? She will present a collection of old milk bottles.

CoďŹ&#x20AC;ee House at The Cooperage

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Coffee House presented by The Cooperage Project at The Cooperage, 1030 Main St., 7-10pm, doors open 6:30. Local bands featured: Black Sage Project, J.P. Williams Blues Band, Tony Maddi, Dead Tracks. Locally roasted coffee and treats available for purchase. Donations collected at the door.

Roast pork dinner

WURTSBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Roast pork dinner at American Legion Post 1266, 92 Pine St., 4:30pm. Cost $10. By reservation only.

845/888-4958.

Rod MacDonald concert

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan Performing Arts presents folk artist Rod MacDonald accompanied by bassist Mark Dann at the Liberty Museum & Arts Center, 8pm. Admission is free or pay what you want ($10 suggested donation). 845/292-2394.

Rummage sale

DAMASCUS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Annual rummage sale at the Damascus Manor United Methodist Church, Route 371, 9am-2pm each day.

Sponsored by United Methodist Women.

Lunch available. 570/224-4217.

Spotlight Players present â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Godspell Jr.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Spotlight Players present Stephen Schwartz classic â&#x20AC;&#x153;Godspell Jr.â&#x20AC;? June 24-26 at Hawley Methodist Church, 315 Church St. Tickets $12. 732/904-6965 or email spotlightplayersllc@gmail.com.

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MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Celebrate the start of the summer reading program with a party themed â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kids vs. Parentsâ&#x20AC;? competition at Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 4:30-6pm. Sign up for summer reading, learn about the wide variety of summer programs at the library, enjoy a few snacks, and play games.

845/794-4660 ext. 8.

ELDRED â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Barryville Area Arts Association, Forestburgh Playhouse and several local artists present â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brides in Artâ&#x20AC;? at Highland Senior Center, 3â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5pm.

A community art project in which attendees are invited to paint a portion of a large canvas will be donated to the senior center.

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MASTHOPE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lackawaxen EMS Family Bingo at Masthope Mountain Community, 196 Karl Hope Blvd., 7:30pm.

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MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; City Stage Theatre Arts presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hooray for Hollywood!â&#x20AC;? at the Milford Theatre, 7:30pm. Musical revue celebrating Hollywood. Tickets $10, available at the door.

50/50 Bingo

WAYMART â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 50/50 Bingo for Billyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New Hope Barn at the Masonic Lodge, 136 South St., 1-4pm. Doors open at 12:30pm. Free admission. Proceeds benefit Billyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New Hope Barn, a local farm animal rescue outside of Honesdale.

570/253-2510.

Barryville Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market

BARRYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Barryville Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market at 3385 Rte. 97 (behind River Market), Saturdays, 10am-1pm, rain or shine.

Bike tour of Ellenvile

ELLENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ellenville Public Library & Museum and Ulster County Tourism host Bikeville, 9:30am-12noon. Sightseeing tour: four-mile bike ride around the village. 845/647-5530.

CAS opening reception

LIVINGSTON MANOR â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Catskill Art Society presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;With Amazing Scenes Like These,â&#x20AC;? an exhibition featuring artwork by Tara Kopp, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;Limited Landscapes,â&#x20AC;? an exhibition featuring artwork

by Jenna Lucente at the CAS Arts Center, 48 Main St. Artist talk 3pm, followed by reception 4-6pm. On display through July 24. 845/436-4227.

Chicken BBQ fundraiser

LORDS VALLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Blooming Grove Fire Hall, 484 Rte. 739, 1-7pm. Cost at the door: adults $13, 10 & under $5, 3 & under free. In advance: adults $11, 10 & under $4, 3 & under free. Menu: 1/2 chicken, corn on the cob, cole slaw, baked beans, dessert, beverages. Beer available. Eat in or take out. 570/775-7355.

Contra dance at The Cooperage

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A Contra Dance at The Cooperage, 1030 Main St., 7:30-10pm, beginners lesson at 7:15pm. Suggested donation: $10, kids under 15 free.

Demonstration & lecture on Chinese martial arts

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Demonstration and lecture on Chinese martial arts including Tai Chi and Kung Fu at Empowering Port Jervis Community Center, 11 Fowler St., 2pm. Demonstration by Mr. Santiago, who is an official judge and coach in national and international tournaments. All martial arts welcome. All ages. Free.

Elks Lodge 200 Club

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Monticello Elks Lodge #1544 holds the 200 Club dinner and drawings under the pole barn, 1-6pm.

Chicken BBQ, music, raffles, 50/50, games, prizes and more. 845/794-1544.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;All Phases of Landscapingâ&#x20AC;?

Specializing in Stone Walls â&#x20AC;˘ Walkways Patios (Dry & Wet Laid) Veneer & Cultured Stone Full-Service Excavating Fully Insured â&#x20AC;˘ Free Estimates Pat Brady

Family Bingo

Fly Fishing Film Tour

Port Jervis Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market

LIVINGSTON MANOR â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Pancake breakfast at Masonic Lodge, 94 Main St., 7-11am. Adults $7, child (5-12) $5.

Benefits Sullivan-St. Tammany Chapter #298 Order of Eastern Star.

Rock Hill Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market

Prayer group

ROCK HILL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Rock Hill Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market, sponsored by the Rock Hill Business and Community Association, held every Saturday, 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1pm until September 24th, located at 223 Rock Hill Dr. Live music, events and educational activities.

Rummage sale

LIVINGSTON MANOR â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Fly Fishing Film Tour at Catskill Brewery, 2pm. Movie starts at 7:30pm, $15 per ticket. Fundraiser for the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum. Live music by Mountain Wave, food from Benji and Jakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Legal Swine BBQ.

DAMASCUS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Annual rummage sale at the Damascus Manor United Methodist Church, Route 371, 9am2pm each day. Sponsored by United Methodist Women. Lunch available.

570/224-4217.

Lacawacâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Amazing GeoRace

Solar Power Basics workshop

LAKE Ariel â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Geocachers solve puzzles, find containers and earn points in Lacawacâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Amazing GeoRace, as participants discover natural and historic figures on the Sanctuaryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property, 9am-11am. Register your team before race day and earn 1 bonus point. Tickets at lacawacgeocrace2016.bpt.me. Cost: $40 for a team of 4 to 6.

CALLICOON CENTER â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Solar Power Basics A-Z,â&#x20AC;? a renewable energy workshop at Apple Pond Farm, 2-4pm.

Hands-on course explaining the fundamentals of solar electric with demonstrations and interactive learning. Cost $50.

Register: 845/482-4764.

Laney Jones and the Spirits

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Spotlight Players present Stephen Schwartz classic â&#x20AC;&#x153;Godspell Jr.â&#x20AC;? June 24-26 at Hawley Methodist Church, 315 Church St. Tickets $12. 732/904-6965 or email spotlightplayersllc@gmail.com.

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Laney Jones and the Spirits at Harmony Presents, 8pm. In a few short years since first picking up the banjo, this young songwriter/bandleader went from playing rural Florida watering holes to performing on PBS alongside Alison Krauss and licensing music for the likes of Disney Pixar. Tickets: $19 advance, $22 general. 570/588-8077.

Magical History Tour

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Magical History Tour led by Sullivan County Historian John Conway and Liberty/NYC architect Robert Dadras. Tours leave from and return to the Liberty Museum & Arts Center at two times: 8:30am and 1:30pm. Cost: $45, includes lunch reception and museum admissions. 845/557-0851.

Pig roast

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Forest Volunteer Fire Department annual pig roast, 1129 Towpath Rd. DJ Mike Coppola (4pm-7pm), Beyond Decades Band (7pm-11pm).

Bounce house for kids. $15 all-you-caneat pig (while supplies last). $15 bottomless beer mugs. Rain or shine. Food, fun and entertainment. 570/226-2822.

Pike County Public Library book sale

MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Pike County Public Library hosts its annual Lawn and Book Sale at the Milford location, 119 E. Harford St. 10am-3pm. The book sale will also continue on Sunday, June 26 from 12pm4pm. www.PCPL.org.

Pistol Permit Pre-Licensing Course

KAUNEONGA LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Adult and Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES is offering a 4-hour Pistol Permit Pre-Licensing Course at the Kauneonga Lake Fire Hall, 9:30am1:30pm. The cost is $80. 845/295-4915.

Pancake breakfast

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Port Jervis Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market at Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market Square (by Burger King), 9am-1pm. Saturdays until October 29. Locally sourced foods, music and handmade items.

Spotlight Players present â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Godspell Jr.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Tricky tray

PARKSVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Tricky tray at Parksville United Methodist Church, 12 Short Ave.; event begins 3:30pm, calling begins 5pm. Refreshments will be provided.

Sun., Jun. 26 Blues, Brews & BBQ

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Blues, Brews & BBQ series at Glassâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Hotel. Rotating line-up of live blues music with a BBQ-style outdoor dining event with samples of local craft brews from a featured local brewery.

Cost $32.50. Reservations are recommended. 570/226-1337.

Book talk by Frances Brown

HURLEYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Writing under the pseudonym Claire Gem, Middletown native Frances Brown, now of Webster, MA, will present a book talk and signing of her award-winning, romantic suspense novel â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hearts Unlochedâ&#x20AC;? at the Sullivan County Historical Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Museum, 2-4pm.

Conservation Leadership Academy

LAKE ARIEL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Students (ages 13-16) will be immersed in a week-long resident camp at Lacawac Sanctuary & Field Station.

Campers experience science alongside local environmental professionals and university researchers. Details at lacawac-out reach.org. Cost: $200; scholarships available for Wayne County students.

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; St. Padre Pio prayer group, led by Fr. Wm. JP Langan, meets at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 416 Church St., 2pm. Recitation of the rosary follows.

Scavenger hunt motorcycle ride

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Tooleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Harley-Davidson annual scavenger hunt motorcycle ride. Benefits Ride2Survive of Sullivan County. Registration and kick stands up at Villa Roma, 9-10:30am. Fee: $20 per rider, $15 per passenger or non-rider.

Pre-register, 845/888-2426.

Spotlight Players present â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Godspell Jr.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Spotlight Players present Stephen Schwartz classic â&#x20AC;&#x153;Godspell Jr.â&#x20AC;? June 24-26 at Hawley Methodist Church, 315 Church St. Tickets $12. 732/904-6965 or email spotlightplayersllc@gmail.com.

Wellness in Nature

LAKE ARIEL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lacawac Sanctuary, 9am-6pm. Take time to reconnect with nature and your natural self during a practical workshop on the science of self-healing. Yoga, meditation, edible plants and medicinal herbs are at the foundation of reestablishing your bond with the earth. Registration is limited.

RSVP by Wednesday, June 22. Cost: $30. Members: $25.

NATURE'S GRACE HEALTH FOODS & DELI

Thurs., Jun. 30 Introduction to 3D printing

HURLEYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wednesday evenings at Hurleyville Makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lab, 5:30pm. Learn the basics of 3D printing: applications, software and equipment. Free for lab members, non-members $10 per class.

Visit HurleyvilleMakersLab.org.

Fri., Jul. 1 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A Lotta Ricottaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

CALLICOON CENTER â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ricotta cheese-making workshop at Apple Pond Farm, 2-4pm. Hands-on course; learn to make goatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s milk ricotta, from milking the goat, to making the cheese, to tasting it with wine. Samples to take home. Cost $40. Register: 845/482-4764.

El Caribefunk

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; El Caribefunk at Harmony Presents, 8pm. Exotic fusion of Salsa, Funk and Caribbean music. This band of Colombians has built a fervent underground following. Tickets: $20 in advance, $23 general. 570/588-8077.

First Friday Networking Breakfast

Wed., Jun. 29 Class at Hurleyville Makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lab

HURLEYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Introduction to the CNC Router at Hurleyville makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lab, 5pm.

Learn how to design and cut out your project on this powerful robotic machine.

FORESTBURGH â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan county Chamber of Commerce First Friday Networking Breakfast at Forestburgh Playhouse, 39 Forestburgh Rd., 7:45-9am. Sponsor: Spencer Daniels Agency. 845/791-4200.

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, July 2

Jazz piano with Fred Hersch

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ONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; An Evening of Solo Jazz Piano with GrammyÂŽ-nominated Fred Hersch at The Cooperage Project, 1030 Main St. Cocktail hour at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $50 per person. This is a benefit concert for the Wayne County Pantry Program and The Cooperage Project. To purchase tickets email info@thecooperageproject.org or call 570/253-2020.

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570-251-FILM (3456) â&#x20AC;˘ www.moviesatcinema6.com CALL FOR: Show Times â&#x20AC;˘ Specials â&#x20AC;˘ Group Rates

Fire department breakfast

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Central Vol. Fire Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunday breakfast, 8-11am. Adults $7, children 8 and under $3.50.

Veterinary Science Series for youth

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cornell Cooperative Extension and 4-H Youth Development offers three-part Veterinary Science Series on Wednesday June 29, July 6 and 13, at Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center, 5:30-7:30pm. Youth (ages of 13-18) with an interest in veterinary science can engage in a handson, educational program.

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JUNE 23-29, 2016 • 27

THE RIVER REPORTER

Service Directory

Call to advertise: 845-252-7414 Deadline: Mondays, 2:00 p.m.

Air Conditioning

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Exterminating

Plumbing & Heating

Storage

RON LENZ HEATING & A/C INC.

Professional Rotovac Steam & Shampoo System Residential & Commercial – Power Washing Decks, Siding, Patios & Restoration Services 607-498-6027 • www.fieldtester.com

BARRYVILLE EXTERMINATING SERVICE

GS PLUMBING & HEATING

RILEYVILLE MINI STORAGE

Contractor

Gutters

LEWIS MECKLE CONSTRUCTION CORP.

BOB’S SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Duct Cleaning •Ductless A/C & Heat Pumps, Water Heaters, Forced Hot Air & A/C Systems, Oil & Gas 570-729-8533

Architect BUCK MOORHEAD, ARCHITECT Creative, Energy-Saving Design Certified Passive House Consultant Callicoon, NY • 212-343-2735 buck@buckmoorheadarchitect.com

CHARLES GREGORY WOODS ARCHITECT PA/ NY- NCARB Voted Best Architect 2014 by River Reporter Readers Award - Winning Energy Efficient Residences Addition/ Remodeling and Commercial also cgwaia.net 570.253.5452

PHILIP FARMILOE, ARCHITECT, AIA

Sustainable design • New Homes & Renovations Cochecton, New York • Philip@farmiloe.com 347-325-1818

Arts DELAWARE VALLEY ARTS ALLIANCE 37 Main Street, Narrowsburg, NY 845-252-7576 www.artsalliancesite.org

Auto Body B&R COLLISION CORP.

Complete Collision Specialists 512 Church Street, Hawley, PA 18428 570-226-3291

Automotive D & R AUTO REPAIR

New Homes • New Construction Renovations • Excavations From start to finish • Quality to remember Narrowsburg, NY • 845-252-7469

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS

Blower door testing for energy efficiency Windturbine and solar assessment Renewable energy/greenbuilding design consulting.

845-252-6626

Construction JUSTIN MERCADO SIGNATURE CARPENTRY Renovations, Decks, Painting, Wood Working, Tile 140 Perry Pond Road, Narrowsburg NY 12764 845-252-7471 felixrichard@frontier.com REEVES MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION

No Job Too Small... No Challenge Too Big! All phases of construction • Fully Insured • Free Estimates Find us on Facebook for full gallery of previous work Accepting all major credit cards • 845-252-3995

Electrical AMERICAN ELECTRIC, LLC

Licensed Electrical Contractor Sull. Co. License #273 • Orange Co. License #174 Wayne Co. Builder’s Assoc #PA031768 NJ State License #12380 Residential • Commercial • Industrial Authorized Generac Generator Dealer We Service All Makes of Generators www.AmericanElectricOnline.com 845-932-8111 or 845-583-1015 PA: 570-251-9990

Complete auto repairs, 24 hr. local & long distance towing or flatbed recovery service.

Gas • Diesel • BBQ Tanks Cash paid for junk vehicles.

Rt. 97, Barryville, NY. Open 7 days.

845-557-8881 Nights 570-559-7696 or 7668

Licensed Electrical Contractor Serving Sullivan County • Residential • Commercial HEAT • LIGHT • POWER James A. Sackett • 845-252-7461

SONNY'S SERVICE CENTER

NARROWSBURG ELECTRIC

Foreign, domestic car and truck repair and complete fuel injection cleaning. 24-hour towing. NYS Inspection.

Complete Diagnostic Check.

907 CR 23, Narrowsburg, NY H \ 845-252-3944 Z U

Blacktopping ESSELMAN PAVING

Blacktopping Lake Huntington, NY • 845-932-7829

Builder JMR CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Custom Homes, Renovations, Additions, Restorations, Roofs, Decks, Siding, Remodeling 570-559-7935 or 877-275-5671 Joseph Riccardi • www.jmrconstructioncompany.com

TED KILLE

Plumbing, Carpentry Renovations, Ceramic Tile, Stone Work Electric & Honey Do Lists

845-887-4708

JS ELECTRIC

Serving Sullivan County 26 Years Experience • All forms of Electrical work Voted Best Electrician fifth year in a row Richard Maloney • 845-252-6640

Equipment & Storage Used and New Equipment & Parts Shed and Gazebo Sales • Kubota Dealer Bobcat Dealer

“The Name You Trust” • Free Estimates 845-557-6762 • Serving NY & PA Integrated Pest Management

5" Residential, 6" & 7" Commercial Leaf Guard also Available 36 Colors Available • 845-557-8967

Heating CENTRAL BOILER E-CLASSIC

Outdoor wood furnace CLEANER and GREENER EPA Qualified CALL TODAY!

HALLORAN FARM 845-482-5208

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Landscaping BRADY STONE & LANDSCAPING LLC

Roofing STRAIT LINE ROOFING

“We’ve got you covered” Voted BEST Roofer 2009 - 2014 30 Years in Business Owens Corning Preferred Contractor Insured, Commercial, Residential All Phases of Roofing Including Metal

MACIEJEWSKI LANDSCAPING, INC. Hydro-seeding • Walkways • Patios Retaining Walls • Tree Shrubs Installation Drainage Work • Fully Insured • Irrigation FREE ESTIMATE • 570-224-6405 MaciejewskiLandscaping.com

MARHAREX STONE & LANDSCAPING Complete Design & Installation All applications of Stone Work Proudly serving the area since 2001 Full portfolio 570-878-1595 • marharex.com

Painter B&L HOME INTERIOR

Interior & Exterior, Paint & Stain, Power Washing, Deck Refinishing, Log Home, Vinyl Siding FREE Estimates • Fully Insured • 570-352-3198

Equipment & Tool Repair

Plumbing & Heating BUSELLI PLUMBING, HEATING & ELECTRIC New Construction, Renovation, Service Water Heaters, Boilers, Well Pumps Solar Installs • 570-729-7791

Stoves WOOD & COAL STOVES

Hot Air - Hot Water • Free Standing 570-253-0469 Fax 570-253-0520 www.unitedjim.com

Swimming Pools CLEAR-RITE POOLS & SPAS, INC.

1-866-702-ROOF (7663) 845-583-0247

ROOFING, SIDING SPECIALIST

Tree Service

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Sand & Gravel

Septic Service

Patios, walkways, retaining walls fencing, tree removal Mowing & Clean-ups • 845-468-0130 www.CreativeEarthLandscape.com

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Route 371 East, Rileyville, PA 570-224-6284

Custom-built • Residential • Commerical Vinyl Liner Specialist • Complete Renovations Openings, Closings & Maintenance Spa Repairs: All Makes & Models 845-482-4646 • Youngsville, NY www.ClearRitePools.com

CREATIVE EARTH LANDSCAPING

Fine Interior Painting Wall Covering Istallation 30 years experience, fully insured Dave Magliacane, Pleasant Mount, PA PA Lic#011906 • 570-642-1042

550 Route 55, Eldred, NY 845-557-6168 888-435-2979 M-F 8-5 Sat 8-3

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Stone • Topsoil • D.O.T. Sand • Modified Mason & Screened Sand • Red Shale

Prime Wall Covering & Painting

ELDRED EQUIPMENT SERVICE & SUPPLY

PIERPONT HEATING & PLUMBING

All phases of landscaping Specializing in stone walls, walkways, patios, veneer & cultured stone • Excavating 570-729-8395

MARSHALL MACHINERY, INC.

Located on Route 652 in Honesdale, PA 570-729-7117 • www.marshall-machinery.com

Service, New Construction, Well Pumps, Water Heaters & Boilers Fully Insured • Free Estimates Greg Stevenson • 845/252-7286

VALLEY SAND & GRAVEL

Rt. 652, Honesdale, PA • 570-251-9818

ESSELMAN SEWER & DRAIN SERVICE

Septic tank pumping, jetting of lines, video inspections Restore, Replace and install septic tanks & drain fields 24/7 service with no after hour or weekend fee

845-798-5959 OR SEPTICGOPRO.COM ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

KOBERLEIN SEPTIC CLEANING

Septic Pumping, Jetting, Line Cleaning Video Inspection, Drainfield Restoration & More 24/7 Service • Koberlein.com 845-292-1494 • 570-729-7645 PLUMBERS

ROTO ROOTER Septic Tank Pumping, Underground Pipe Video Inspections, Drainfield Restoraton Service, Septic System Inspections, All Types of Plumbing, Repairs, 24-Hour Service.

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SULLIVAN COUNTY SEPTIC SERVICE

"The Drain Surgeon" Pumping - Drain Cleaning - Excavation Portable Restroom Rentals • High Pressure Jetting Ken Bloom, Pres. • 845-583-4064

Solar Energy BUSELLI PLUMBING, HEATING & ELECTRIC Solar Electric Power, Solar Thermal Hot Water & Heat. Install & Service 570-729-7791

BLACK OAK TREE SERVICE

Tree removal, trimming.

Fully Insured, Fair Prices, Free Estimate 845-557-3833

DER OSKAR TREE SERVICE.COM Full Service Tree Care • Tree Removal & Pruning Fertilizer & Insecticide Treatments Organic Tick Spraying 845 557 8051 Licensed NY/PA deroskartreeservice@yahoo.com In business since 1993 • Fully Insured Pole Saw Work • Climbing • Complete Tree Removal Stump Grinding • Chipping • Trimming

GAEBEL’S TREE SERVICE

Free Estimates • 845-482-4965

Truck Parts & More Truck Parts, Repair & Equipment, Heavy-duty Towing, Road Service, Snow Removal Equipment

RTS TRUCK CENTER, INC 570-729-7636

Well Drilling PETER A. KESTLER WELL DRILLING Licensed driller serving NY, NJ and PA Since 1967 • “Water when you want it!”

Shohola, PA • 570-559-7596

Yard Sale Visit THE YARD SALE STORE OPEN BY APPOINTMENT! Enjoy The Book Yard - All Books $1 Each. Browse affordable Sterling Silver Jewelry, Vintage Clothing, Art, Tools and Furniture. Select from 100’s of DVD Movies, AUDIO CDs and Books on Tape. Located in Narrowsburg at the bottom of Main Street opposite The River Reporter. APPOINTMENTS WELCOME. 845-252-3999. Give yourself a second hand! TheYardSaleStore@AOL.com

28 • JUNE 23-30, 2016

THE RIVER REPORTER

Classifieds Help Wanted Publisher’s Employment Notice – All employment advertised in this newspaper is subject to Section 296 of the Human Rights Law which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, disability, marital status, sex, age, or arrest conviction record, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination. Title 29, U.S. Code, Chap. 630, excludes the Federal Gov’t. for the age discrimination provisions.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for employment which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that employment offerings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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To advertise, call Eileen: 845-252-7414, ext. 35 Deadline: Mondays, 12:00 p.m.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted Wholesale Distributors of Plumbing, Electrical, Heating, Sheet Metal

Bethany Village is now accepting applications for Resident Care Managers. Positions available are parttime evening shift, part-time day shift, part-time12:30pm to 9:00pm and weekends 11:30am to 8:00pm.

Part-time Dishwashers and Cooks, Activity Assistant, LPN Charge Nurse for evening shift. Interested candidates may apply in person at 150 Noble Lane, Bethany, PA between the hours of 9am-5pm or call 570-251-3463. Bethany Village is an equal opportunity employer.

FT Driver for delivery route. Must have clean CDL license and DOT Physical, good communication skills, follow company policy and procedures, able to lift heavy material. Full Time with benefits. Mail resume to Tom Zweck at Yaun Co. Inc., 240 Chestnut St., Liberty, NY 12754 or email yaunco@yaunco.com. EOE.

Security Officers-Seasonal Opportunity to earn extra money! Summer positions avail inThompson, Starrucca, Preston Park, Lakewood, Equinunk, & Greeley. $10.50/hr& up. Must be 21 or older w/clear criminal background& able to pass a drug screen. Driver’s License required for certain positions. Send resume or contact info to HLNResumes@teamuas.com or fax to 570-689-4157.

Now Hiring HHAs and PCAs! Free Training Available!

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Availability in your neighborhood Many hourly and live in cases Flexible hours Great incentives Supportive environment

CALL TODAY — 845-288-9990 Community Home Health Care is a licensed home care agency that offers quality healthcare at home to both patients and seniors in need of personal assistance. Our agency provides aide, nursing, and therapy services to clients in Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Dutchess, Sullivan, Putnam, and Westchester counties.

White Mills Pet Shop on Route 6 Complete line of pets, fish and supplies School & Camp Discounts - Monthly Specials

570-253-0520

“Looking for Experienced Real Estate Sales Agent.

Good commission structure. Your choice of floor time. Send resumes to PO Box 150 Narrowsburg NY 12764 with attn: real estate agent position. All information will be kept confidential.”

Legal Notice Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC): Name: NAS Homes, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 04/22/2016. Office Location: Sullivan County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: NAS Homes, LLC, P.O. Box 127, Liberty, NY. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

RICHARDSON DEVELOPMENT LLC Art. Of Org. Filed Sec. of State of NY 5/10/2016. Off. Loc.: Sullivan Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY to mail copy of process to The LLC, PO Box 1000, Woodbury, NY 11797. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

357 HAMILTON AVENUE EQUITIES LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 05/20/16. Office: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 51 Redwood Lane, Swan Lake, NY 12783. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

Delaware River Solar Real Estate, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 5/18/16. Office: Sullivan Co. SSNY design agent of LLC upon whom process may be served & mail to PO Box 390 Callicoon, NY 12723 General Purpose Notice of Formation of Velvet Snowflake LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York Secretary of State (“SSNY”) on 6/8/2016. Office location: Sullivan County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: Jeremy Kaufman, P.O. Box 262, Rock Hill, NY 12775. Purpose: Any lawful activity.

LEGAL NOTICE 4-118.1 Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Section §4-118 that at the Primary Election to be held on TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 2016, Polling places will be open from 12:00NOON until 9:00 PM and the following offices may be lawfully voted for to wit:

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HOSCH, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 4/7/2016. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served.

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Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: FA-ST Holdings, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: 4/15/16. The County in which the Office is to be located: Sullivan. The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

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By ANDY BOYAR

Thoughtful fishing = better fishing

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fter a successful outing on the water, it’s hard not to fall for the misguided belief that “I’m getting pretty good at this fishing game!”

Unless you are targeting sunnies and perch, your next outing may humble you.

And don’t think that having more than 60 years’ experience in your creel gives you any immunity. I sure found that out recently.

We were attempting to target large trout in a remote cold-water fishery. Even though it was mid-June and prime time for trout, I managed to make some new mistakes which now, in retrospect, seem pretty obvious. The water was in the 50s temperature range, gin clear and slow moving. These conditions are perfect for humbling a fisher who has grown too big for his waders.

The experience taught me a few lessons from which other fishers might benefit.

Whether your quarry is lunker bass, trophy trout or any other of our freshwater game fish, it pays to tune into the fish’s environment and consider more than just the “where” your target fish might be holding and beyond just the “what” it might be feeding on.

Sure, if you put yourself in a spot where there are fish and have the right lure or fly, you are already in a pretty good positon to catch something good. But when you are targeting fish that have been fished over pretty hard, the equation becomes a bit tougher. This is when you may want to be more circumspect, more careful in your approach, even more stealthy.

Think like a predator.

Sometimes the noise and vibration you make while in your boat or wading doesn’t matter much. Other times it is critical. Fish have pretty darn good hear-

ing, and water is a superconductor of both sound and vibration. Perhaps you think of fishing as a quiet contemplative pastime. Well, you may be onto something.

Yes, you will put a fine fish down with unnecessary noise or vibrations. Banging the gunnel of your boat with an oar is a prime example. On the trout stream, the clatter of your wading boot cleats on rocks or the vibration from the tip of your wading staff are others.

Sometimes the river provides you with some cover. Moving water, especially rapids, do dissipate noise to your advantage. So does distance: “fish far and fine.”

Also fish become somewhat less wary at darkness (this is why dawn and dusk are prime times). But in a slow moving pool, it is time to be very careful with the telltale noise and vibration you may make.

I suppose everyone realizes that fish can see. I have come to believe that fish can see pretty darn well. So don’t do what I did recently. I changed my drab old fish shirt and hat for bright newer ones. I’ll never know if it was my more visible attire or my clumsy wading that put the fish down, but I had three fishless evenings. Then I happened on some articles detailing what fish hear and see and realized that what I suspected about spooking wary fish is a very valid concern.

The solution to these problems is obvious. I can fish like a predator, with drab or even camouflage clothing and be very mindful of the noise and vibrations I make. Or maybe I can just take a can of garden worms and catch up some sunnies and perch, just as I did in the ‘50s when I started on this fishing odyssey.

Footnote: What a lucky person I was to have had a father who took me fishing!

Hope everyone enjoyed Father’s Day.

SOUNDINGS: taking the pulse of the Upper Delaware Watershed High gage mark, feet 6/15 6/16 6/17 6/18 6/19 6/20 6/21

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n last week’s Rivertalk column, Sandy Long told us that the 2016 Upper Delaware BioBlitz will be held this coming weekend at the Ten Mile River Boy Scout Camp in Tusten, NY. On Saturday, June 25, there will be many programs for the public by the various teams of scientists and volunteers that collected data and specimens, and you will be able to see flora and fauna of all types. There are even activities for children on Saturday.

When the BioBlitz was held at Ten Mile River in 2014, I was checking for dragonflies during the data collection phase. I went to one of the docks where there was aquatic vegetation close by, and I found a dragonfly just emerging out of its exuvia, the now unneeded exoskeleton of its nymph stage. As in all freshly emerged dragonflies, the wing and body color patterns were very faint, making this specimen hard to identify.

As time went on, the dragonfly’s wings slowly hardened for flight, colors got a little more pronounced, and there was a pattern on the wings that looked unfamiliar. One of the dragonfly experts looked at what I had found and told me that there was a reason it looked unfamiliar; I had found an emerging banded pennant (Celithemis fasciata), and this is the first time it was ever seen in Sullivan County.

TRR photos by Scott Rando

This banded pennant has just emerged from its exuvia, which it is using to perch on. The wings are very soft, and color markings are pale compared to normal adult markings for this species. The wings are held vertical, which is indicative of a newly emerged dragonfly.

The pennant genus of dragonflies include such species as the colorful and common Halloween pennant. The banded pennant stays mostly south of this region, with sightings in New Jersey and south.

In New York, there have been sightings in Long Island and a cluster of sightings near the Rockland and Orange County

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Although the colors are still pale compared to an older adult, they are starting to darken just a little bit in this photo taken a half hour after the first. Also, the wings are starting to spread horizontally, which is normal for a dragonfly. The banding in the wings, the namesake of this species, is more evident.

border. Nationally, the bulk of this species is abundant in the southeast U.S.; one could wonder if the more northern sightings could be normal distribution spread or the effects of climate change.

For folks coming up to the Upper Delaware BioBlitz this coming Saturday, there will be walks for dragonflies and

birds and other animals, insects, plants and fungi; we’ll see if the banded pennant still is present. As described in last week’s Rivertalk, Sandy Long, Dave Soete, Roy Morsch and I will be doing programs and walks for photographers on Saturday morning. Hope to see you there!