Montley Murder in Dingmans Ferry
It appears old Montley was murdered. Or was he? If so, who, what, where, when, why and how? The family and staff of the wealthy man gather for the reading of his will and gasp in surprise as Montley’s air-head nurse inherits his mansion. But that is just the beginning of things not being as they appear. Unpredictable fun, with bickering money-grabbing relatives and the eccentric butler, klutzy maid, drill sergeant cook, snobby sister and gold-digger ex-wife, plus a phony, a wimp and a hothead!
Guests get involved as they dine by asking “whodunit” questions. Everyone’s got a theory but there are more twists than a plate of rotini! The Mystery of Montley’s Manor by Kimberlee R. Mendoza takes place in New England, in the living room of the late Chester Montley. It will be presented at the Dingmans Ferry United Methodist Church at 115 Myck Road on September 5 at 7:00pm and on September 6 at 1:00pm and 7:00pm. Call 570-828-9725 or 570-828-2288 for tickets as seating is limited.
Two Autumn events are taking place in Pike County, and you can visit one or both. The Pocono Environmental Education Center’s (PEEC) Harvest Festival includes animal presenters, arts & crafts, hands-on activities, conservation exhibits, live music, local food, old-timey activities, and more! The September 27, 10:00am-4:00pm event at 538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry is free, with a small parking fee per car. www.peec.org or phone: 570-828-2319. Community Appreciation Day & National Public Lands Day is a fee-free day at Grey Towers in Milford, with self-guided mansion
tours, Smokey Bear, local musician John Curtin and the Trim Trio, and a puppet show for the whole family by magician John Carlson (see photo) September 27, 10:00am-4:00pm. The Forestry Discovery Trail is used by visitors to learn about forest health and science, today’s forestry challenges and the history of forest conservation. It includes a re-created early 20th Century campsite used by the Yale School of Forestry students. Storms and time have taken their toll and help is needed to repair the damage. From 9:00am to Noon you can help reinforce the trail with wood chips along the surface! Call 585-764-8611 for more information.
Fall in Love with Fall on Sept. 27
Dual Art Show for The ARTery in September
Still life by Michele Jaffe
One may describe Michele Jaffe’s life as a “painting interrupted.” After graduating from Port Jervis High School, Michele found herself pondering the direction of her life. When she discovered her talent and passion for painting, Buzz Wallace, then Art Director of Orange County Community College, encouraged her to paint. Instead, Michele focused on raising her six children with her husband in Bethesda, MD. After moving back to the area, and watching her children fly the coop one by one, Michele began to revisit her “painting interrupted.” Upon her return, she became involved with Pike County Arts & Crafts. In 1999 she opened The Gallery at Forest Hall in Milford, which showcased local artists. Presently, as a member of The ARTery, Michele says she finds herself “in that comfortable and inspiring place where art and community meet.” She now lives on top of a mountain in Pike County, where she can finally paint,
Still life by Linda Urcioli
uninterrupted. Award winning artist Linda Urcioli studied for many years with master artist John Philip Osborne. She is primarily a still life painter, but enjoys working on landscape and portraits. Linda is also drawn to sculpture, woodcut printing and encaustic. She attended the American Woodcarving School, the Ridgewood Art Institute, the Old Church Cultural Center, and has shown in many juried shows. She teaches metaphysics and has an equal love for both the arts and the spirit world. “I am fascinated with the Kabala, as well as astrology, tarot, numbers and letters. They do weave their magic into our lives.” Meet Michele and Linda at their opening reception on September 13 from 6:00pm9:00pm for a dual art exhibit running from September 11-October 6 at The ARTery, 210 Broad Street, Milford. For information, phone 570-409-1234.
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