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Blood drive
LORDS VALLEY – Lords Valley Community Church, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. All presenting donors receive a free meatball sub and have a chance to win a 42" flat panel plasma HDTV. 800/448-3543.
'Nature's Keepers' documentary – thru February 1
REGION – Free premiere party at The Emerson Hotel at the Hotel Fauchere, 6 p.m., for the documentary film "Nature's Keepers" about Pike County's 150-year history of land stewardship that will air on public television WVIA-TV based in Scranton, PA at 7 p.m. and repeat on Jan. 8, 8 p.m.; Jan. 10, 10 p.m.; Jan. 11, 3 p.m.; Jan. 26, 7 p.m.; and Feb. 1, 3 p.m. 570/226-3164.
Film screening: 'Body of War'
HONESDALE – WaynePeace presents a 2007 documentary of an Iraq war veteran paralyzed from a bullet to the spine on a physical and emotional journey at the Wayne County Library, 6 p.m. Free.
New student orientation
HONESDALE – Free classes orientation: GED, computer, ESL and more at Northampton Community College, 9 to 11:30 a.m. or 5:30 to 8 p.m. Registration required, 570/251-9335.
Glazed ham dinner
LIBERTY – Liberty Elks Lodge #1545, 5 to 7 p.m. Adults & take-out $9, ages 5-11 $5, under 5 free. Public invited. 845/292-3434.
Meet the grads night
JEFFERSONVILLE – Open to anyone who would like to hear from our recent alumni about how Sullivan West is preparing them for life after graduation at Sullivan West High School library, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Refreshments. 845/482-4610, ext. 3000.
Annual ski for Lupus day registration
REGION – Proceeds benefit the Lupus Foundation of Pennsylvania. Ski on Jan. 11 at Elk Mountain, 12:20 to 4:30 p.m. or 4:30 to 10 p.m., $25. Tickets must be purchased by Jan. 9. 888/99-LUPUS.
First Friday networking breakfast
LIBERTY – Liberty Diner, 7:45 to 9 a.m. Chamber members $10, non-members $15. 845/791-4200.
Freedom from smoking clinic
MATAMORAS – 6-sessions at Matamoras Borough hall, 6 p.m. Nicotine patches available while supplies last. 570/296-3400.
Aglow International Liberty Lighthouse meets
YOUNGSVILLE – Breakfast meeting at the United Reformed Church, 9 a.m., $4. 845/439-3794.
Blood drive
CALLICOON – Delaware Youth Center, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All presenting donors will have a chance to win a 42" flat panel plasma HDTV. 800/448-3543.
Farmland protection plan workshops
LIBERTY – Public workshop: 10 a.m. to 12 noon; farmers' focus group: 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Cornell Cooperative Extension. Snow date Jan. 24. Free, open to the public, refreshments and lunch provided. 845/794-3000, ext. 5028.
Film screening: 'La Rondine'
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Opera's charismatic real-life duo Angela Gheorghiu and Roberto Alagna in Puccini's melodic look at love at the Selig Theatre, 1 p.m. Adults $20, students $12. 845/434-54750, ext. 4303.
Opening reception: 'Seeds in the Heart' Ongoing
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Solo exhibition by Hisako Kobayashi at the CAS Arts Center. Artists' talk Jan. 10, 1 p.m., opening reception Jan. 10, 2 to 4 p.m. 845/436-4227.
Pine Island birding program
DINGMANS FERRY – Join Peter Wulfhorst searching for bald eagles, short-eared owls and rough-legged hawks around Pine Island on Jan. 24, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PEEC members $30, non-members $35. Register by Jan. 10, 570/828-2319.
Rough Riders 4-H horse club meets
BUSHKILL – Pocono Ranchlands Stable, 11 a.m. 570/296-3400.
Wayne County Green Party Committee meets
BETHANY – Election of officers and revision of county platform and local issues at the home of Beverly Beers, 984 Bethany Turnpike, 11 a.m. Visitors welcome, refreshments. 570/251-3637.
WinterFest
MONTICELLO – Holiday Mountain Ski and Fun Park, $25 includes lift ticket, tubing, skating, skiing and snowboard competitions plus a pasta/meatball dinner and parade with fireworks. 845/557-3642 or 583-4808.
Blood drive
HAWLEY – Inn at Woodloch, 1 to 6 p.m. All presenting donors will receive a loaf of Woodloch Pines' fresh-baked bread and have a chance to win a 42" flat panel plasma HDTV. 800/448-3543.
Photo exhibition: 'Manorites Abroad' – thru January 17
LIVINGSTON MANOR – So some world traveling from the comfort of the Livingston Manor Free Library at the program and exhibit of photos by Dr. Don (Jan. 12, 6:30 p.m.) and Terry Shultz (Jan. 17, 1 p.m.). Free, open to the public. 845/439-5440.
Blood drive
MILFORD – American Legion Post 139, 12 noon to 6 p.m. All presenting donors will have a chance to win a 42" flat panel plasma HDTV. 800/448-3543.
Food pantry
HONESDALE – Behind the Tri-County Beverage Building, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Short story discussion: 'Tickets, Please!'
MONTICELLO – Short story by D.H. Lawrence will be discussed at E.B. Crawford Public Library, 7:30 p.m. New members welcome. 845/794-4660.
Winter tips to stay safe and healthy
HAWLEY – Free workshop to learn the best ways to deal with cold weather emergencies at the PPL WELC Auditorium, 6 to 7 p.m., free, open to the public. Registration required, 570/251-6196.
Seth Goldman speaks
MONTICELLO – "Movie Making in the Neversink Valley" at the Crawford Library, 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Winter eagle watch
DINGMANS FERRY – Join the Pocono Environmental Education Center staff looking for bald eagles on Jan. 31, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring a bag lunch, members $25, non-members $30. Register by Jan. 14, 570/828-2319.
Food pantry
DAMASCUS – Damascus Township Building, 1 to 3 p.m. 570/224-4189.
African dance – thru February 27
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Seven consecutive Fridays for teens and adults learning basic African dance steps at CAS Arts Center, 1 to 3 p.m. Members $90, non-members $105, single class $15. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
Animal tales: how things came to be
HAWLEY – Selection of Native American folktales about animals at the PPL WELC Auditorium, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., free, open to the public. Registration required, 570/251-6196.
Snow soup Sunday registration
LAKE ARIEL – Soup, bread and beverages served at Lacawac Sanctuary on Jan. 18, 1 to 3 p.m., $10, Lacawac Sanctuary members $7, under 12 free. Registration required by Jan. 16, 570/689-9494.
Basic drawing – thru February 21
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Six consecutive Saturdays for ages 12 and up exploring the fundamentals of drawing at CAS Arts Center, 3:30 to 5 p.m. Members $90, non-members $105. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
Beginner & intermediate beading – thru February 7
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Four consecutive Saturdays on the basics of jewelry beadwork at CAS Arts Center, 1 to 3 p.m. Members $105, non-members $120. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
EagleFest
NARROWSBURG – Rain, snow or shine. Opening dedications in the Narrowsburg school, 9:30 a.m. Programs for children, photography exhibits, wildlife documentaries, Nature and Wildlife art show and eagle viewing. 845/252-6509.
Ice carnival – thru January 18
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Two days of snow sculpture contest, ice carnival dance, crowning of the king and queen, races, snow shoeing, dogsled demonstration, horse-drawn sleighrides, parade, skating and more in Livingston Manor. 845/439-5793 or 439-5220.
Photo exhibition: John DiGiorgio
NARROWSBURG – Photos on display during EagleFest at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576.
'What is fracking?' program
MILFORD – Free community educational program to explore the potential health and environmental effects of natural gas extraction at the Delaware Valley High School, 1:30 p.m. 917/748-0930.
All-you-can-eat breakfast
CLARYVILLE – Pancake/French toast breakfast at the Claryville Volunteer Fire Department, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adults $7, 5-11 years $3, under 5 free. 845/985-7270.
Cinema: 'Meetings with the Muse'
HONESDALE – Wayne County Chamber community room, 7 p.m., $5 donation requested. 570/253-6850.
Elements of landscape in watercolor – thru February 22
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Six consecutive Sundays for teens and adults focusing primarily on painting trees and rural structures at CAS Arts Center, 1 to 3 p.m. Members $120, non-members $135. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
Blood drive
HONESDALE – Lemnitzer Armory, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. All presenting donors will have a chance to win a 42" flat panel plasma HDTV. 800/448-3543.
Blood drive
HONESDALE – Lemnitzer Armory, 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. All presenting donors will have a chance to win a 42" flat panel plasma HDTV. 800/448-3543.
Inaugural ball
MONTICELLO – Celebrate the inauguration of Barack Obama in the Hype Room at Monticello Raceway, 7 p.m. to 12 midnight, $20. Tickets: SullivanBall.com; info: 845/665-5162.
Blood drive
DAMASCUS – Damascus Area School, 12 noon to 6 p.m. All presenting donors will have a chance to win a 42" flat panel plasma HDTV. 800/448-3543.
'Facing the New Year'
HONESDALE – Compassionate Friends offering friendship and understanding to bereaved parents meet at Wayne Memorial Hospital conference room, 7 p.m.
Painting with pastel – thru February 25
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Six consecutive Wednesdays for teens and adults interested in exploring the use of pastel and its color at CAS Arts Center, 1 to 3 p.m. Members $120, non-members $135. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
Paw Partners 4-H club meets
BLOOMING GROVE – Blooming Grove Fire Hall, 6:30 to 8 p.m. 570-296-3400.
Basic oil painting for beginners – thru February 26
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Six consecutive Thursdays covering key concepts of oil painting at CAS Arts Center, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Members $150, non-members $160. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
New clay, new year, new you – thru March 1
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Six consecutive Thurs. & Sun. for ages 12 and up at CAS Arts Center, Thurs. 6 to 8 p.m.; Sun. 12:30 to 3 p.m. Members $330, non-members $360. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
Winter botany weekend with Bill Olson
DINGMANS FERRY – Explore winter field botany and learn how to recognize plants that can be identified in winter at Pocono Environmental Education Center on Feb. 6-8. Members $160, non-members $175, includes meals, lodging and program (non-lodging rates available). Register by Jan. 23, 570/828-2319.
Film screening: 'Orfeo ed Euridice'
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Hit film from the 2006-2007 season at the Selig Theatre, 1 p.m. Adults $20, students $12. 845/434-54750, ext. 4303.
Great Sullivan County food raiser
MONTICELLO – Stacy and Friends host music all evening long. Dance. Listen. Play or sing along. Admission: your donation ($5 minimum) to benefit Sullivan County food pantries. 845/583-4808.
Guided eagle excursion
LACKAWAXEN – Join the Northeast PA Audubon Society on a tour leaving the winter office in Lackawaxen. Snow date: Jan. 25. $10, registration required, 570/228-1704.
International pageant crowning ceremony
CALLICOON – Miss Teen, Miss and Mrs. New York International will be crowned at the Villa Roma Resort, 3 p.m. www.nypageants.com
Curriculum night
HONESDALE – Parents of students who plan to attend Honesdale High School in the fall of 2009 are encouraged to attend. Honesdale High School, 7 p.m. Snowdate: Jan. 29.
Speed networking
MONTICELLO – Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Chamber members $15, non-members $15. 845/791-4200.
Chamber annual membership meeting
HONESDALE – Wayne County Chamber of Commerce sponsors their annual membership meeting at Cordaro's Restaurant, 12 noon, $20 includes buffet. Reservations required, 570/253-1960.
Blood drive
MONTICELLO – Monticello Gaming & Raceway, 1 to 7 p.m. All presenting donors will have a chance to win a 42" flat panel plasma HDTV and a Superbowl party. 800/448-3543.
Annual eagle-viewing trip
HAWLEY – Learn about the comeback of bald eagles in the Lake Wallenpaupack area and the rold of PPL's hydroelectric dam has played in their return at the PPL WELC Auditorium, 9 to 12:30 p.m. p.m., free, open to the public. Registration required, 570/251-6196.
Basic calligraphy – thru February 1
LIVINGSTON MANOR – No experience required for this weekend workshop at CAS Arts Center, Sat. 10 a.m. to 12 noon; Sun. 1 to 3 p.m. Members $50, non-members $60. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
Crafts & activities for kids
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Celebrate the Chinese lunar yar and the year of the ox with an afternoon of crafts and activities for all ages at CAS Arts Center, 2 to 4 p.m. Free. 845/436-4227.
Exhibition: 'Be Mine' Ongoing
NARROWSBURG – Love poems & photographs on display until Feb. 14 at the Delaware Arts Center. Opening reception: 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 31. Free, open to the public. 845/252-7576.
Photography workshop
HONESDALE – Michel Legrand offers a hands-on photography workshop at the Wayne County Arts Alliance. 570/253-6850.
Sewing workshop
LIBERTY – For young sewers of all levels to learn more about the craft at Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, $5. 845/292-5250.
Cross-country skiing/hike
DINGMANS FERRY – Cross county skis and beginner lessons provided at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. If no snow, join us for a winter hike. Members $20, non-members $25 (reduced for hike). 570/828-2319.
Eagle lovers watch
DINGMANS FERRY – Look for bald eagles in their winter habitat at Pocono Environmental Education Center on Feb. 14, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $10, non-members $15. Register by Feb. 1, 570/828-2319.
'You Can Paint' workshop
HONESDALE – Hana Gorman teaches beginners and more experienced students at the Wayne County Arts Alliance on Wednesday mornings. 570/253-6850.
Barnegat briding trip with Peter Wulfhorst
DINGMANS FERRY – Visit Barnegat Bay, NJ for winter birding on Feb. 21, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bring a bag lunch. Pocono Environmental Education Center members $35, non-members $40. Register by Feb. 7, 570/828-2319.
Film screening: 'Lucia di Lammermoor'
LOCH SHELDRAKE – Mary Zimmerman's hit production at the Selig Theatre, 1 p.m. Adults $20, students $12. 845/434-54750, ext. 4303.
Lucky evening celebration
LIVINGSTON MANOR – An evening of food, music and entertainment at CAS Arts Center, 5:30 to 9 p.m., $50. 845/436-4227.
Walkin' in a winter wonderland
DINGMANS FERRY – Join us for a walk and talk about Pennsylvania forests and animals at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. Members $7, non-members $9. 570/828-2319.
Cross-country skiing/hike
DINGMANS FERRY – Cross county skis and beginner lessons provided at Pocono Environmental Education Center, 1 to 4 p.m. If no snow, join us for a winter hike. Members $20, non-members $25 (reduced for hike). 570/828-2319.
Pancake breakfast
ROCK HILL – Rock Hill Fire Department, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adults $7, children $5. 845/794-6865.
Presidents Day family nature getaway – thru February 16
DINGMANS FERRY – Bring your family to enjoy the winder outdoors over a weekend of fun-filled activities at Pocono Environmental Education Center. Members $160, non-members $175, includes meals, lodging and program. 570/828-2319.
Boy scout weekend
DINGMANS FERRY – Webelos and boy scouts work on badges and advancement at Pocono Environmental Education Center on Feb. 28-Mar. 1. Members $80, non-members $90 (parent/scout combo prices available), includes meals, lodging and program (non-lodging rates available). Register by Feb. 14, 570/828-2319.
All-you-can-eat breakfast
CLARYVILLE – Pancake/French toast breakfast at the Claryville Volunteer Fire Department, 7 a.m. to 12 noon. Adults $7, 5-11 years $3, under 5 free. 845/985-7270.
4-H on stage: 'Show in a Week' – thru February 20
LIBERTY – Class for young aspiring actors, ages 6-12, at Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with show at 3:30 p.m. on last day, $100. 845/292-6180.
'Break Cabin Fever' dinner dance
MONTICELLO – Food, music and an opportunity to dance the night away at Mr. Willy's Restaurant. 845/557-3642 or 583-4808.
Chinese brush painting and sumi'e – thru February 22
LIVINGSTON MANOR – No experience required for this weekend workshop learning the techniques and philosophy of Chinese brush painting at CAS Arts Center, 1 to 3 p.m. Members $50, non-members $60. Registration required, 845/436-4227.
'Anti Freakout Job Market Roundtable' – thru February 28
WHITE LAKE – Roundtable at Cobalt Studios, 845/583-7025.
Free computer makeover
HAWLEY – Visualize yourself with a new look using computer software at Beauty Creations, no appointment necessary. 570/775-7634.
In-school winter walking program
REGION – Damascus Elementary, Lakeside Elementary, Preston Elementary, RD Wilson Elementary, Western Wayne Middle/High School, Wallenpaupack Area High School, and Wallenpaupack South will be open from 6 to 8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. through Mar. 31 for area participants to walk. Walkers are encouraged to sign the log-in book each time they walk. Registration required, one-time $5 fee for processing ID badges (re-usable from year to year). If schools are closed for any reason, walking is canceled. 570-253-8990.
Mixed media members exhibit
WURTSBORO – Photographs, paintings, weaving and sculpture by the Wurtsboro Art Alliance at The Gallery Link at Ellenville Public Library and Museum. 845/647-5530.
Museum at Bethel Woods open
BETHEL – Open to Memorial Day: Tuesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Adults $13, seniors $11, 8-17 $9, under 8 $4. Advance tickets encouraged. 845/454-3388.
PEEC open to the general public
DINGMANS FERRY – Pocono Environmental Education Center open for trail maps, trail guides and information about upcoming events. 570/828-2319.
Photo exhibition: Shiloh Getty
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Rustic images of predominantly local landscapes and curiosities through January 31 at Peez Leweez. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 845/439-3300.
Video installation: 'Home for the Holidays'
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Exhibition by Glenn Church on display until Jan. 11, 5 to 9 p.m. in the windows of Gallery Two at CAS Arts Center. 845/436-4227.
Yoga class
NARROWSBURG – Yoga classes for all levels. Registration required, 845/252-6865.
Opening reception: 'Seeds in the Heart'
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Solo exhibition by Hisako Kobayashi at the CAS Arts Center. Artists' talk Jan. 10, 1 p.m., opening reception Jan. 10, 2 to 4 p.m. 845/436-4227.
Lupus support group meets
LAKE ARIEL – Wallenpaupack Area High School, 4 p.m., free. 888/995-8787 or 570/226-4557.
Exhibition: 'Be Mine'
NARROWSBURG – Love poems & photographs on display until Feb. 14 at the Delaware Arts Center. Opening reception: 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 31. Free, open to the public. 845/252-7576.
Opening reception: Lisa Strier
NARROWSBURG – "Assemblages" on display until Mar. 14 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Feb. 21, 2 to 4 p.m.
Opening reception: 'Expressions'
NARROWSBURG – Group exhibit of mixed media at the Alliance Gallery untilo Mar. 28, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Mar. 7, 2 to 4 p.m.
Opening reception: Robin Dintman
NARROWSBURG – Photogravures on display until Apr. 11 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Mar. 20, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Michael Gambino
NARROWSBURG – Paintings on display at the Alliance Gallery until May 9, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Apr. 17, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Chip Forelli
NARROWSBURG – Photographs on display until June 6 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception May 15, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: group exhibit
NARROWSBURG – "Multiple/Incremental/Repetition" mixed media exhibit on display until June 6 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception May 15, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: 'DIGIT'
NARROWSBURG – Digital media on display until July 4 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception June 12, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: John Tomlinson
NARROWSBURG – Drawing/video on display until July 4 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception June 12, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Phil Hazard
NARROWSBURG – Paintings on display until Aug. 1 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception July 10, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: 'Shrink Wrap'
NARROWSBURG – Group exhibit of mixed media on display until Aug. 1 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception July 10, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Julia Helen Murray
NARROWSBURG – Mixed media installation on display until Aug. 29 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Aug. 7, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Nadine Saylor
NARROWSBURG – Sculpture on display until Aug. 29 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Aug. 7, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Nancy Wells
NARROWSBURG – Mixed media on display until Aug. 29 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Aug. 7, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Evelyne Morisot
NARROWSBURG – Paintings on display until Sept. 26 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Sept. 4, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: Jules Pearlmutter
NARROWSBURG – Paintings on display until Oct. 31 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Oct. 2, 7 to 9 p.m.
Opening reception: 'Art in Sixes'
NARROWSBURG – Small works exhbition on display until Dec. 23 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Nov. 14, 2 to 4 p.m.
Opening reception: Valley Artists Holiday Show
NARROWSBURG – Group exhibit of mixed media on display until Dec. 23 at the Alliance Gallery, 845/252-7576. Opening reception Nov. 14, 2 to 4 p.m.
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