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THINGS TO DO

January 1–7, 2016 | A7

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ONE TIME
EVENTS
Port Jervis Elks Lodge
#645 Local Hoop
Shoot Contest
January 2
9:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Boys and girls ages 8-13 will compete in a local
hoop shoot contest. The score will be based on
a total of the best of 25 foul shots. Winners will
advance to compete in the district hoop shoot
on Saturday Jan. 9 at Liberty High School.
Contestants can only compete in one local
hoop shoot contest.
Port Jervis High School, 10 Route 209
Port Jervis
elks.org
Admission: Free

Christmas on
the Mountain
January 2-17
Mon.-Thur. 5:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Weekends 5:00
p.m.–11:00 p.m.
With more than 14,000 lights, this holiday light
show makes use of the house, the trees, and
the family’s entire lawn. New details this year
include a 5-foot star on top of the roof and and
the Star Wars theme song. Tune to 98.1 to hear
the synchronized music.
Christmas on the Mountain, 64 Fawn Hill Road
Tuxedo Park
jbizub5192@gmail.com
christmasonthemountainny.com
Admission:

Exhibit: Photographers
of Hope
January 2-30
Wed.-Thurs.9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11:00
a.m.–5:00 p.m.
This group photo project tells the stories
of ordinary but extraordinary people and
organizations that are building a better future
for their families and community. Exhibit dates:
Wed.–Sat. through Jan. 30.
Safe Harbors Ann Street Gallery, 104 Ann Street
Newburgh
845-784-1146
on.fb.me/1UfCQQk
Admission: Free

Dog and Cat Foodmaking Workshop
January 3
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
In this workshop the group will mix up a
batch of balanced food using raw chicken as
a base. Discussion will include options in food
bases—raw vs. cooked, dogs vs. cats, various
nutritional additions, special needs pets,
and the wide range of commercial diets and
brands. Advanced registration is required.
Midsummer Farm, 156 East Ridge Road
Warwick

Film: Pulling Strings

Open Mic Jam

January 7
2:00 p.m.

Tuesdays
8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

Thrall Library’s Reel Eclectic film series features
independent as well as acclaimed feature films
of interest to art and foreign film buffs and
cinematic connoisseurs alike. The film Pulling
Strings is an 85 min. drama and is not rated.

Open mic jam with the Chris Raabe Band.
All musicians playing all genres of music are
welcome. Free

Second floor meeting room, Thrall Library, 11-19
Depot Street
Middletown
845-341-5483
thrall3@warwick.net
Thrall.org
Admission: Free

OC Arts Council
Member Exhibit
January 8
9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
View artwork in various media by members
of the Orange County Arts Council. Meet the
artists at a reception on Jan. 10 from 2:00–5:00
p.m. On display through Feb. 5. Mon.–Thur.
9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., Fri 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

845-856-7313 x 106 Dawn Clune
portjervislibrary.org
Admission: Free

Orange County 4-H
Fly Tying Program
January 7
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Wondering what fly tying is? It’s the art of
tying string, yarn, feathers, and other materials
to a fish hook so it resembles food that fish eat.
It’s also one of civilization’s oldest art forms.
Contact Vanessa by phone or email to sign up
and for more info.
Gander Mountain, Middletown, NY 100 North
Galleria Drive
Middletown
845-344-1234 Vanessa
vam29@cornell.edu
cceorangecounty.org
Admission: Call for fee

Saturdays and Sundays
12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Tour the nursery and see the crias (babies), visit
the Boys’ and Girls ‘”Dorms”, see alpaca fleece
in all the stages of production, shop for items
handmade from alpacas’ fleeces at the Shed.
Rock Ridge Alpacas, 229 Gibson Hill Rd
Chester

For all ages and levels. Anyone can join at any
time.

Join new and experienced spinners and
weavers for a once-a-month meeting. Wee
ones welcome to stay and play.

Empowering Port Jervis, 11 Fowler Street
Port Jervis
845-856-3991
facebook.com/emportjervis
Admission: Free

Crocheting and
Knitting with Sonja
Tuesdays
10:30 a.m.
Open to beginners who want to learn to knit
or crochet. Also open to anyone who wants
company while they craft.

845-469-6196

Empowering Port Jervis, 11 Fowler Street
Port Jervis

rockridgealpacas.com
Admission: Free

845-856-3991
facebook.com/emportjervis
Admission: Free

Wednesdays
6:00 p.m.

Tuesdays
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

A social time over a bowl of soup every
Wedensday at Empowering Port Jervis.

A 12-piece live band playing ballroom dance
music from foxtrot to tango. No partner
needed. Learn how to ballroom dance with
experienced dancers. All ages welcome.

sunyorange.edu
Admission:

ONGOING
EVENTS
Winter Solstice
Art exhibit
Mondays–Fridays
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
River Valley Artists Guild display paintings and
pastels celebrating the visual beauty of winter.
On display through Feb. 8.
Bon Secours Community Hospital first floor
cafeteria, 160 East Main Street & Deerpark Town
Hall, 420 Route 209
Port Jervis/Huguenot
PortJervisArts@aol.com
portjerviscouncilforthearts.org
Admission: Free

Winter Market
at The Farm
Tuesdays
3:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Inside the barn at Bialas Farms rain, shine, or
snow.
Bialas Farms, 74 Celery Ave.
New Hampton
845-374-6941
bialasfarms.com
Admission: Free

Mondays–Fridays
8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

The HUB, Port Jervis Free Library, 138 Pike Street
Port Jervis

Alpaca Farm Tour

Second Fridays
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

845-341-4891

midsummerfarm.com
Admission: $36

The Hub Crochet Club will provide an
atmosphere where beginning crafters can seek
assistance from more experienced crafters. It
is a place to exchange ideas about projects,
chat about life, exchange yarns and ideas for
projects, or non-craft related activities.It is
never too late to join. Bring your own yarn.
Meets twice a month.

touchbasebar.com
Admission: Free

Thursdays
1:00 p.m.

Soups On at Empowering
Port Jervis

Art Exhibit: Constant
Companions

January 5
4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

845-469-2688

Wallkill Valley Spinning
and Weaving Guild

Orange Hall Gallery Loft at SUNY Orange, corner
of Wawayanda and Grandview Avenues
Middletown

845-986-9699

Hub Crochet Guild

Touch Base, 9 Winkler Pl.
Chester

Sign Language
with Patty

Constant Companions celebrates the special
relationships between people and domestic
animals. The exhibit features local art. On
display till Jan. 8.
The Gallery at Orange Regional Medical Center,
707 E. Main Street
Middletown
845-333-2385
ormc.org/patients/artwork.aspx
Admission: Free

Salvation Army
Open Mic
Second and Fourth Fridays
7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
The Salvation Army Open Mic Night is a safe
place for young people (ages 14 and up) to
freely express themselves through music,
poetry, drama or dance. Performance cannot
have obscenities, violence, or suggestive lyrics
or movements. If you are performing, sign-in is
at 6:45 p.m.
Salvation Army, 80 West Main St.
Middletown
845-343-0821
facebook.com/middletownnysalvationarmy
Admission:

Glass Factory Tours
Monday to Friday
Tours: 10:15 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Tour the historic glass factory and watch skilled
craftsmen create pressed glass lenses, domes,
and globes.
Gillinder Glass Factory, 39 Erie Street
Port Jervis
845-856-5375
gillinderglassstore.com
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors & Children $4

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11 Fowler Street
Port Jervis
845-856-3991
Admission: Free

Exhibit: Remember
Roosevelt
Daily
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The exhibit “Remember Roosevelt!” presents
the history of the Roosevelt Raceway in
Westbury Long Island. Exhibit runs through
April.

Ballroom Dancing

Town of Wallkill Community Center, 8 Wes Warren
Drive
Middletown
845-692-2536
orgsites.com/ny/projectlinusocny
Admission: Free

Poetry at the Church
Last Mondays
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Poetry open mic hosted by Ted Gill. Held the
last Monday of each month.

Harness Racing Museum & Hall, 240 Main Street
Goshen

Goshen United Methodist Church, 115 Main Street
Goshen

845-294-6330

845-294-5010

harnessmuseum.com
Admission:

goshenumcny.org
Admission:

Goshen Public Library, 203 Main Street
Goshen
845-294-6606
goshenpubliclibrary.org
Admission: Free

Goshen Yarn Gang
Wednesdays
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Bring a project and meet like-minded crafters.
All levels welcome. Knitting, crocheting,
embroidering, cross stitch, etc. For ages 12
and up.
Library Meeting Room, Goshen Public Library, 203
Main Street
Goshen
845-294-6606 Katie Edson
goshenpubliclibrary.org
Admission: Free

Ice Skating at Bear
Mountain
Daily
Public skating sessions, weather permitting
are as follows: Mon.–Tues.10:00–11:30 a.m.,
12:00–1:30 p.m. Fri. 8:00–9:30 a.m. Sat.
10:00–11:30 a.m., 12:00–1:30 p.m., 2:00–3:30
p.m., 4:00–5:30 p.m., 6:00–7:30 p.m., 8:00–9:30
p.m.. Sun 10:00–11:30 a.m., 12:00–1:30 p.m.,
2:00–3:30 p.m., 4:00–5:30 p.m., 6:00–7:30 p.m.
There are additional public skating sessions on
holidays. Runs till March. Rink is outdoors and
uncovered so dress appropriately. Lockers and
refreshments are available. Skate rental is $4.
Bear Mountain State Park, Seven Lakes Drive
Bear Mountain
845-786-2701 x266
bearmountainicerink.com
Admission: Adults (12 and up) $5,Children (4-11) $4,
Toddlers (0-3) Free, Seniors and non-skaters $2

Tango Under the Tent
First, second and fourth Saturdays
7:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
Warmup exercises and instruction 7:00-8:00
p.m. Milonga 8:00–11:30 p.m. A contribution
to the refreshment table is always appreciated.
Wine is not provided. Attendees BYOB and
share. Check website for additional events, and
changes in schedule or venue.
Seligmann Homestead, 23 White Oak Drive
Sugar Loaf
jerryandadele3@gmail.com
tangounderthetent.com
Admission: Members $10, Non–members $15