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Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
5 1/2 Main Street, Delhi, NY 13753
Voice: 607.746.2281 Fax: 607.746.3571
info@delawarecounty.org
 www.delawarecounty.org

 

 

Thru - July 11: DOUG JAMIESON. Lecture: Thurs., June 4th, 7 pm. "Painting Light: Capturing the Moment". Speaker: Doug Jamieson. The Old Bank Gallery , Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

Thru July 11: LUBOMIR TOMAS KRALICEK (LUBO). Cityscapes: As seen through the eyes of Lubomir Tomas Kralicek, or ‘Lubo’ as he was known to his friends. Lubo a professional restorer of renowned painters from 18th and 19th centuries and French impressionists. The Walter Meade Gallery, The Walter Meade Gallery, Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

Thru July 15: "THE FACE OF FARMING" is a multimedia exhibit featuring painted portraits of five local farm families by Roxbury artist Ellen Wong. Five of the last operating dairy farms in our area. They are shown along with photographs and watercolors of their farms and surroundings. A video of farm activity, excerpts from recorded interviews of farmers’ stories provides a celebration of their lifestyle of working the land. Roxbury Arts Group Performance Hall, Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

July 04: Independence Day Celebration. Hanford Mills Museum, East Meredith NY. 607-278-5744 info@hanfordmills.org

July 06: Photographs Of Meredith and Surrounds. Two Women Recording Their Lives: Jennie Fuller (early 1900s) & Christine Waycross (late 1900s). In the Roberts Gallery, The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

July 11: O & W Railway presentation with Delhi Historical Society. Doug Barberio gives informative powerpoint presentation of the history of the Ontario & Western Railway in Delaware County. 1pm. Admission free. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-3849 dcha@delhi.net

July 11: Gala Dance Under The Stars with The Duke Robillard Band. Jump Blues & Swing Jazz. Bring picnic dinner before the Dance! Grammy-nominated Duke Robillard. Bring own lawn seating. Rain or shine. 8 PM. Fee charged. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

July 11: "TABLECLOTHS" A Roxbury Arts Group Fundraiser held on the lawn at Old School Baptist Church on Denver Vega Rd. Music by The Horseshoe Lounge Playboys, chicken BBQ, and an auction of the finest vintage tablecloths. Fee charged. 12 noon. 2:30 Vintage Baseball Game courtesy of the Roxbury Nine. Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

July 11 – August 24: Bette Alexander "Recent Paintings" Opening reception, July 11, 5-7 PM. In the Roberts Gallery, The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

JulY 11: Roxbury Nine @ OSBC in Denver. Brooklyn Atlantics vs Roxbury Nine. Old School Baptist Church ,Denver, NY.

July 12: Reading & Riddle Workshop. Riddle Me This: The Anglo-Saxon Riddle-Poems Illuminated for our Time & Place. Artist’s books, Illuminations, and Translations by Bertha Rogers. On display through July 31st. 1pm - 3pm. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-384 dcha@delhi.net

July 13-17 & 20-24: YOUTH MUSIC CAMP. At 76 MAIN! Stamford. The Community & Arts Network Summer Jam Camp. Director Pamela West-Finkle. 9am - 3 pm. Participate in daily lessons, jam sessions, learn a few rock & roll standards, collaborate on original songs and compositions, engineer, mix, master digital recordings, and perform at the Friday Night party July 24th! Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

July 17: MATTHEW CURRAN at 76 MAIN! Prodigy Matthew Curran played at legendary venues like BB King’s and CBGB’s. Curran will be instructor at Youth Music Camp. $5 suggested donation. Reservations recommended. 7 pm. 607-652-7676.

July 17: STAR PARTY. Star-gazing on the Lawn. Free to all. Join Central New York Astronomy Club’s David Terrazas as he explores the WKC’s dark skies on this moonless night with his big scope. Come early and bring a picnic. Gazing starts 9:30 with Saturn and ends with Jupiter after 11 PM, constellations in between. If raining, David will present a lecture on the galaxies in the auditorium. 9:30 PM. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454info@westkc.org

JULY 18: Train Robbery Shows. Delaware & Ulster Railroad, St. Route 28, Arkville, NY. 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM 1-800-225-4132 durr.org

July 18 – 19: WHO DOES SHE THINK SHE IS? A Joint Presentation by Longyear Artists Cooperative and The Roxbury Arts Group this film examines some of the most pressing issues of our time: parenting, work, partnering, independence, economics and art. Free. Panel discussion to follow. 2 pm. Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

July 19: Dramatic Readings From the Past. The Frisbee House will be location of series of Sunday afternoon readings from historic local diaries and letters found in the museum’s extensive archives. Come early to picnic. Admission free. 2pm. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-3849 dcha@delhi.net

July 19: BENEFIT GARDEN TOUR. Eye-popping journey to some of our most phenomenal local gardens, view outstanding perennial beds, ornamental/vegetable mixes, and eclectic garden styles. Annual garden tour cultivates admiration and occasional twisty tendril of green-eyed envy. Call to register, reserve box lunch, and directions to the first garden. Rain or shine. 11 AM–4 PM. In Cooperstown Area. Fee charged. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

July 22: THE METTAWEE RIVER THEATER COMPANY. Cyr Center lawn in Stamford. Rain Location: Stamford School Gym Theater, fun for whole family. Bring picnic dinner, chairs and blankets! Mettawee River Theatre Company, known for its creative sets and large scaled, fantastic puppets will present Beyond the High Valley - a Quechua Story. 8 pm Admission Free, donations are suggested.

July 25: Enchanted Evening at the Gideon Frisbee House. Extensive appetizer buffet from 6 - 7:30pm and decadent dessert buffet from 7:30 - 9pm. Live music. Current Members Free. (We request non-members become members of DCHA in lieu of admission.) 6 - 9pm. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-3849 dcha@delhi.net

July 25: Two Scorching Young Female Vocal Ensembles - Double Bill! Moira Smiley & VOCO and Chic Gamine. 8PM. Fee charged. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

July 26: CLASSICAL JAM. Vibrant ensemble best known for engaging and lively presentations for today’s contemporary audiences, thought provoking concert themes, wide-ranging repertoire from Renaissance dance music, traditional classical works. Fee charged. 2pm. At the Old School Baptist Church, Denver Vega Rd www.classicaljam.org

July 31, August 1: 22nd Annual Shakespeare In The Valley and Picnic Dinner. Two evenings celebrating the talents of youth. Each evening begins at 6 PM with indoor performance by Introduction to Acting group, followed by outdoor dinner (BYO or have hot dogs and veggie burgers). 8 PM, lights go up on fully staged performance of As You Like It, by Shakespeare. Bring your own lawn seating. Raindate for both nights is Sunday, August 2. Fee charged. Friday & Saturday, July 31 & Aug 1, 6 PM. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

August 4: GLIMMERGLASS OPERA YOUNG ARTISTS CONCERT" Mezzo-soprano Eve Gigliotti, a 2009 member of Glimmerglass Opera’s Young American Artists Program, present a recital featuring works by Purcell, Rossini, Debussy and Bolcom." Fee charged. 7 pm At the Jay Gould Memorial Church, Main St, Roxbury. Reception to follow.

August 6-9, 13-16: TODD MT. THEATER PROJECT "THE AMISH PROJECT" Jessica Dickey, Writer/Performer. Performances Thurs. - Sat. 8 pm & Sunday at 2 pm. TMTP celebrates it’s 11th Season with The Amish Project. Fee charged. Vega Mt. Road, Roxbury, NY. www.tmtp.org

August 7: Delaware County Through the Eyes of Joseph Santora. Exhibit features oil paintings of former Meridale resident Joseph Santora. Scenes depict Delaware County during the first half of twentieth century. Refreshments served. Free admission. 4pm - 6pm. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-3849 dcha@delhi.net

August 8: CATSKILL ARTISTS "FRESH & LOCAL" Over 30 local artists & crafters display their works under tent during Pakatakan Farmer’s Market, including tent for works $100 or less. 9 am - 2 pm Free samples food products typically sold at the Market. Rt. 30, Halcottville, NY.

August 8: Wine Tasting at the Frisbee House. Evening fundraising wine tasting event. Wines of New York featured. In addition locally-made cheeses. Admission charged. More information to follow. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-3849 dcha@delhi.net

August 11: GLIMMERGLASS OPERA TRIP. Annual bus trip to renowned Glimmerglass Opera for matinee performance of La Traviata, and delicious luncheon buffet at Otesago Hotel on the lake in Cooperstown. Fee charged. Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

August 15: Maria Muldaur & Her Red Hot Bluesiana Band. Muldaur’s first record contains her personal theme song, "I’m a Woman," and the unforgettable "Midnight at the Oasis." 8 PM. 7 PM Fee charged. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

August 16: Dramatic Readings From the Past. Series of Sunday afternoon readings from historic local diaries and letters found in the museum’s extensive archives. Come early to picnic. Admission free. 2pm. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-3849 dcha@delhi.net

August 16: POT-LUCK COMMUNITY PICNIC. 4 PM. Open to all current and would-be members of the WKC community. Bring a dish to pass and own table service. Lemonade, iced tea, and coffee provided. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

August 17 – 22: Delaware County Fair, Walton, NY. Visit our tent at The Delaware County Fair shared with Hanford Mills Museum and the Walton Historical Society. Select items for sale from our gift/book shop. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-3849 dcha@delhi.net

Aug 18 – 22: NATURE AND ART FOR KIDS. The Roxbury Arts Group’s summer youth program provides children ages 8-14 with five fun-filled days of exploration, adventure and creativity. Trip to Ashokan Field Campus, drumming workshop, kayaking, basket making and much more. 9:30 am - 3 pm. Pre-registration required. Call for more info. Suggested donation. Scholarships available. (607) 326-7908.

August 21: ARM OF THE SEA. CHILDREN’S PERFORMANCE. Based on the log of first mate Robert Juet, and the oral traditions of Lenape and Mahican peoples, Mutual Strangers presents collage of overlapping narratives to mark 400th anniversary of this world-changing voyage. Free. 1 pm. Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

August 22: Mt. Olive Male Chorus & The Legendary Soul Stirrers. The Mount Olive Male Chorus assembles their heavenly voices under our rafters once again after nine years. 7 PM. Fee charged. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454info@westkc.org

August 22: THE BLUES MANEUVER BAND at 76 MAIN! Stamford. The Blues Maneuver Band comes to Stamford for dance of the summer. In the Carriage House at RAG 76 MAIN!, Stamford, NY The six-piece band has eclectic repertoire ranging from 40’s tunes to swing, Motown and classic R&B. Fee charged. 7:30 pm. Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

August 23: DAVID FRANCEY AND CRAIG WERTH. David is multi JUNO award winning Canadian singer/songwriter who performs with guitarist/folksinger Craig Werth. Fee charged. 3pm. Old School Baptist Church, Denver Vega Rd., Roxbury, NY. www.davidfrancey.com  www.craigwerth.com

August 29: SAMITE Soul of Africa. Night of African music. This exiled musician fled Uganda in 1982 and set up home in Kenya where he performed with popular African heritage band, Bacchus Club Jazz Band. Fee charged. 7:30 pm Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org  www.samite.com.

September 5: WHET PAINT. Artists begin with blank canvas and create paintings in one day. Silent auction. Great food and wine. Fee charged. Benefit for the gallaries of RAG. 5:30. Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

September 6: FARM FAIR 2009! A family-friendly summer’s-end celebration of our region’s "agri-cultural" bounty. Catskill Puppet Theater’s "Sister Rain and Brother Sun" at 3 PM.Children’s activities; enter horseshoe tournament at 4:30 PM. Rain or shine. Fee charged. 2:30 — 7 PM. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

September 6: HORSESHOE LOUNGE PLAYBOYS. Country Hillbilly. Come early to eat and shop at Farm Fair 2009. Sunday, Sept 6, 7 PM. Fee charged. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.iinfo@westkc.org

September 6 — October 25: The ART of Country LIFE. Opening reception Friday, September 4, the exhibition is "The ART of Country LIFE, Paintings, Prints, and Sculptures." Auction. Opening Reception, September 4, 5-7PM. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

September 07: Labor Day. Hanford Mills Museum, East Meredith NY. Fee charged. 607-278-5744 info@hanfordmills.org

September 12: Train Robbery Shows. Delaware & Ulster Railroad, St. Route 28, Arkville, NY. 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM 1-800-225-4132 durr.org

September 13: LITTLE DELAWARE CHAMBER ENSEMBLE. Concert of classical music featuring Julie Signitzer, Ben Wittenberg, Beth Bontor Moll and members of Little Delaware Youth Ensemble. Fee charged. 3 pm. Old School Baptist Church, Denver Vega Rd., Roxbury NY.

September 19: Chords, Chili, and Characters. Terre Roche & Lanny Harrison’s "ISBA" 7 PM. Fee charged. The West Kortright Centre, West Kortright, NY. 607-278-5454.info@westkc.org

September 26: CABARET with SIGGY DAVIS - AN EVENING OF JAZZ. 7:30 pm. Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. Fee charged. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

September 26 – 27: Antique Engine Jamboree. Hanford Mills Museum, East Meredith NY. Fee charged. 607-278-5744 info@hanfordmills.org

September 26, 27: Miller’s Harvest Festival. Hanford Mills Museum, East Meredith NY. Fee charged. 607-278-5744 info@hanfordmills.org

September 26, 27: Quilt Show. Quilts from Delaware County Town and Country Quilters and DCHA’s collections. Featuring items for sale by guild members, vendors, door prizes and luncheon available. Admission: $4.00 Quilts will on display through October 3rd. 10am - 4pm. DCHA, 46549 State Highway 10, Delhi, NY. (607) 746-3849 dcha@delhi.net

October 3: "OVER THE TOP TABLETOPS" Extravagant and whimsical tables, individually designed, create most beautiful fundraiser in area. Annual gala event features fine food, drink, silent and live auction items. Join us for this magical night. Fee charged. 6 pm Roxbury Arts Group, 53484 Main Street, Roxbury, NY. 607-326-7908 roxburyartsgroup.org

 

Sights & Attractions

Covered Bridges are reminders of life in the 19th century.

 Route 10, Delhi; Route 10, Hamden; Route 206, Downsville

Catskill Center for Conservation and Development, Inc.

Arkville 914-586-2611

catskill community players

Hobart 607-652-7514

Colchester Historical Society

Downsville 607-363-2412

community chorale of the catskills

Roxbury 607-326-4692

delaware county historical society

 Delhi 607-746-3849

Delaware & Ulster Rail Ride

Arkville 1-800-225-4132

delhi art group

Walton 607-829-8787

deposit community theatre

Deposit 607-467-2269

deposit historical society

Deposit 607-467-4422

erpf cultural institute

Arkville 845-586-2611

franklin stock company

Franklin 607-829-3700

hanford mills museum

East Meredith 607-278-5744

honest brook music festival

Delhi 607-746-3770

hunting tavern

Andes 845-676-3238

John Burroughs Memorial State Historic Site

Route 30 Roxbury.

little victory players

Downsville 607-363-2819

margaretville chamber of commerce

Main Street, Margaretville, NY. 800-586-3303

mt. utsayantha regional arts

Stamford 607-652-7927

Round Barn Historic Site

Rt. 30 Halcottsville

roxbury arts group

Roxbury 607-326-7908

sidney art group

Sidney 607-563-9144

State University of Technology at Delhi

Delhi 607-746-4540

the open eye theatre Roxbury

607-326-4986

treadwell museum of fine arts

Treadwell 607-829-5812

tri-town theatre

607-639-8200

walton little theatre

Walton 607-865-5274

west kortright centre

West Kortright 607-278-5454

word thursday and the New bright hill center

Treadwell 607-746-7306