Destination Hancock 2023

HANCOCK Welcome to

Hancock is a nice place to be. The mountains and the rivers call your name. Here in the western part of the Catskills you find so many outdoor things that you can do here.

The geography is very important here and very unique. We have a lot of wooded land around for hiking, There are three

rivers – the East and West Branches of the Delaware form the main stem. Some of the best trout fishing in the world is right here in Hancock.

A recent project is a broadband build. There is fiber to every Hancock Telephone customer. So whether you’re right here in the village or eight miles on top of a mountain you’ll have better connectivity than if you were in downtown Manhattan.

In Hancock there is opportunity to get to know people on a one-to-one.

If a person is looking for a place to decompress, relax . . . just be – Hancock is the place to do that.

Hancock is quiet and it’s community. Hancock is small town America at its finest.

Hancock is home.

Team Meet the

EDITOR/PRODUCTION

Cindy R Ray

ADVERTISING

Cindy R Ray

Rachael Argiros

John Farnsworth

WRITERS/CONTRIBUTERS

Cindy R Ray

Kristin Barron

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Cindy R Ray

Kristin Barron

Guy Noe

Andrew Baker

CONTACT

The Hancock Herald

102 E. Front Street  Hancock, NY 13783 hancockherald.com  hancockherald@hancock.net

607.637.3591

ON THE COVER

INthe heart of the village is the Hancock Town Square, a picturesque expanse of green space anchored by a large picnic pavilion and traditional hometown bandstand where live music, dance, theatre, and special events are presented all summer long. The Town Square also plays host to numerous private events such as weddings, family reunions, and birthday parties throughout the season.

The centerpiece of Hancock Village, the Hancock Town Square offers a homey, “Main Street USA” experience for visitors, who have remarked, “It’s so pretty, it looks like the set of a movie!” We invite you to grab a blanket, pack a picnic lunch, and join us for a relaxing afternoon or evening at the Gateway to the Upper Delaware River.

We’ll see you on The Square!

If you have a cover-worthy photo that illustrates the great things about the Hancock area — send it to The Hancock Herald at hancockherald@hancock.net Win up to $200 if our editorial staff select your entry for the cover of the 2024 issue of Destination Hancock.

photo by Cindy R Ray

NYS CLASS D CHAMPIONS Home of the 2022 Softball Baseball &

2022 SOFTBALL ROSTER : Cassidy

Frederick, Zoe Gifford, Payten Gill, Taylor Gotthardt, Sarah Gross, Olivia Johnston, Pagen Macumber, Kaitlyn Macumber, Addison Makowski, Riley Martin, Mariah Mullen, Amanda Ray, Abby Russell, Rylee Smith, Kendra Terrell, Kelsey Wank

Meet “Honest Eddie Murphy”

Born in 1891 in HANCOCK, NEW YORK John Edward Murphy earned his moniker “Honest Eddie” playing right field for the Chicago White Sox in the infamous 1919 World Series and what became known as the “Black Sox Scandal.”

As a young boy Eddie earned money during the summer playing in the semi-pro Anthracite League for Honesdale, Pennsylvania. He attended Villanova College on a scholarship and was acquired by the Baltimore Orioles in 1912. He played for the Philadelphia Athletics from 1912 – 1915 when his contract was sold to the Chicago White Sox.

In 1919 the White Sox made the world Series. The series was forever tarnished by a scheme to throw the game for money. Eight members of the White Sox were accused of throwing the series in exchange for a hefty payout of around $100,000. But Murphy refused to take a small fortune from gamblers

2022 BASEBALL ROSTER

: Logan Barnes, Noah Bass, Zech Beagal, Kacper Bielecki, Jesse Burrows, Jacob Dobromirescu, Landen Estus, Blake Fortunato, Caden Fortunato, Chris Gross, Wyatt Jacobs, Peyton Johnson, Brennan Karcher, Donovan Layman, Anton Leonard, Nick Locke, Tom Reis, Joe Rumola, Nathaniel Westbrook

and earned a reputation that long outlasted his playing days. Decades later, in an interview with Chic Feldman of the Scrantonian newspaper in Pennsylvania, Murphy said, “We might have started the dynasty that was the (New York) Yankees’ good fortune. But our best players … sold their honor and souls to the gamblers and a pennant purgatory came upon the White Sox.”

Eventually those eight players were banished from baseball and Murphy played several more years in the major leagues finishing his baseball career playing in the minor leagues. He retired to Dunmore, Pennsylvania (near Scranton) and remained involved with baseball, managing a semipro team in Stroudsburg. He died at age 77 in 1969 at his home in Dunmore.

Hancock, his hometown, did not forget. A statue dedicated to “Honest Eddie” was placed in the Hancock Town Square and his grandson and great-grandson were in attendance for the ceremony.

~ by Cindy R Ray

It ’ s a ParadeThing!

Whodoesn’t love a parade?

In Hancock, we have several traditional parades throughout the year that give both residents and visitors not only a dose of smalltown nostalgia but also a look at the uniqueness of our community.

Some established parades are planned for months in advance with special appearances by celebrities— such as Santa Claus at the Sandra Karcher Memorial Parade of Lights held the first Saturday in December to kick off the holiday season. Or the annual parade featuring our own

firefighters and fire trucks from the Hancock Volunteer Fire Department who march along with members from other local fire companies during the Hancock Fireman’s Field Days in July.

Other parades are more spontaneous events.

Take the Lordville Fourth of July parade for instance. The Lordville Parade is an eclectic Fourth of July tradition on the banks of the Delaware River in the hamlet of Lordville which showcases the distinctiveness of the community. The annual parade is an event where “nobody spectates, but everyone is supposed to participate” as Callie Brunelli, Clerk of Session of the Lordville Presbyterian Church describes it.

The parade kicks off at noon, as custom dictates, on July 4th beginning with a reading of The Declaration of Independence on the steps of the church.

The first Lordville parade took place in 1948, said Brunelli, when her aunt, Alva Lord Joyce, refused to drive her niece to the Independence Day parade that was going on in Hancock. Instead, she made old-fashioned triangle hats from newspaper for the kids and pulled them in a cart around Lordville in their

own holiday parade.

This impromptu occasion was the inaugural event that has continued every year to the present day.

Last year, Hancock also honored the Deposit-Hancock baseball and softball teams with spontaneous parades after both teams swept the Class D State Championships in June. It was an exciting time which this year’s Deposit-Hancock teams hope to recreate this June.

In the fall, Hancock has its traditional Homecoming and Halloween parades as well as the annual Bob Ray Memorial Tractor Parade and Harvest Festival featuring a line up of antique and present-day farm tractors followed by Eric Baudendistel’s well known wagon drawn by his horses Hope and Beauty.

This year the 16th annual Bob Ray Tractor Parade and Harvest Festival will be held on the weekend of October 6-8 and will also include vendors, food, music, and all kinds of small-town fun.

It’s a parade thing—and Hancock has it all.

~ by Kristin Barron

“I love a parade, the tramping of feet, I love every beat, I hear of a drum. I Love a parade, when I hear a band I just want to stand and cheer as they come.”

Witten

by

Harold Arlen and Ted Koehler, 1931.

American Legion Post 289 leads the annual Firemen’s Field Days Parade.

Fire Departments from throughout the area join in.

You’re never too young (or too old!) to enjoy a parade!

John Farnsworth motors through town during the annual Tractor Parade which is held the first Saturday in October.

Perchon’s Hope and Beauty bring up the rear of almost every parade in Hancock. The work horses belong to Hancock resident Eric Baudendistel.

Take a Trip to the Past

at the Joel Hill Sawmill and Thomas Cleveland Museum

EQUINUNK, PA — A scenic drive along rural Route 191 in Northern Wayne County, Pennsylvania will bring explorers of local history to the past at the Joel Hill Sawmill and Thomas Cleveland Museum on Duck Harbor Road in Equinunk.

The Joel Hill Sawmill is a working Civil War era waterpowered sawmill owned and managed by the Equinunk Historical Society. Donated to the society in 1988, it was restored to operating condition and has since offered a schedule of tours

to demonstrate the sawing of logs into boards the old-fashioned way-with the power of running water. Alongside the mill, The Thomas Cleveland Museum features a collection of vintage wood and metal machinery. Some pieces are powered by a restored 1942 Case tractor, named “Darla.”

The sawmill was built just after the Civil War by William Holbert and J. D. Branning. In 1898 Joel Hill bought the mill from the Holbert family along with 1,500 acres of forested land and the 250-

acre pond known as Duck Harbor Pond. The traditional water wheel which powered the mill was destroyed In the historic Pumpkin Flood of 1903 but was replaced with a turbine and was back in operation by 1905.

The mill remained in operation until 1974. Then in 1988 it was donated to the Equinunk Historical Society by the Harcum family. On July 2, 1994, the first board was sawed at the restored mill.

Visitors are guided through the

laborious and dangerous process of 19th century lumber making during public tours. Volunteers work yearround to keep the mill operational. In addition, items such as bird houses are crafted from the lumber sawed at the mill and sold at the Calder House Gift Shop in Equinunk to benefit the mill and museum.

In the old days, before the construction of Kellam’s Bridge (in 1889) and later the Erie Railroad, lumber floated down the Delaware River on rafts. Lumber from the Hill Sawmill was put into the river at Lordville or Hankins, NY, then drifted to Easton, PA, Trenton, NJ, and Philadelphia, PA. Workers guided the rafts from the banks of the river all along the way.

Accounts of the time say that when the rafts reached their destination, the raft hands were paid. Then Mr. Hill would buy a horse for the journey back home, but the raftsmen had to walk and work their way home. These stories and others bring the past alive as visitors are shown the intricate operation of the sawmill.

The Thomas Cleveland Museum was made possible through the donation of antique and traditional machinery by Thomas Cleveland. Various old-time machines such as saws, lathes, a drill press, and a four-side planer are contained in the collection. There is a foot-operated lure-making punch press and a bone grinder, which was manufactured in the late 1800s and used to grind bones which would be added to chicken feed to add calcium to the chicken’s diet. The collection also includes numerous hand tools which are hung on the museum’s walls.

~ by Kristin Barron

See a working Civil War era water-powered sawmill in operation at the Joel Hill Sawmill and see demonstrations of antique machinery at the Thomas Cleveland Museum. Tour reservations required.

 Tour Schedule

Joel Hill Sawmill and Cleveland Museum will have tours on July 8th and 9th, August 12th and 13th and October 7th, by reservation only. Saturday tours are at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., and the Sunday tour is at 1:00 p.m. only.

Call Greg at 570-798-2420 to reserve a spot.

DELAWARE LAND OFFICE, INC

142 East Front Street  Hancock, NY

TEL: 607-637-2966 EMAIL: DelawareLand@gmail.com

In buying or selling Real Estate do yourself a favor — Use an agent that has consistently been involved on a full-time basis for 50 years. Personal and Expert knowledge.

~ John Creech, Licensed Real Estate Broker

An Etiquette Guide for River Users

ENJOYING THE UPPER DELAWARE RIVER : The Upper Delaware River (UDR) is extremely popular with anglers, recreational boaters, and other river users. Cold water reservoir releases sustain a nationally renowned wild trout fishery that is an important piece of the local economy and is a worldwide destination for anglers. This guide offers river users suggestions to maximize enjoyment of this magnificent river system especially during the busy spring and summer season.

RESPECT PRIVATE PROPERTY

y The stream side properties and islands of the UDR are predominantly private property

y Public accesses are clearly labeled

y Secure landowner approval before crossing, walking, or parking on private property

KEEP YOUR RIVER CLEAN

y Please don’t litter

y Leave only footprints

COURTESY AND COMMUNICATION WORK BEST

y Friendly conversation goes a long way on the river

y Respect the space of other river users

y Offer assistance to others when needed

PARK SMART

y Parking is very limited, make efficient use of available parking areas

y Don’t park on private property

y Only park in designated access areas

BOATING

y Understand and follow all safety regulations required throughout the river system

www.nps.gov | parks.ny.gov | www.fishandboat.com

y Put in and take out as quickly as possible at boat ramps

y Attempt to navigate behind wade anglers. If unsure, ask the angler as you approach

y Pass through quickly and quietly

y There are times when river levels are low and may create unsafe boating conditions

y Be aware of changing river conditions

y For information on reservoir releases, river flows, and water temperatures:

– Cannonsville Hotline 866-464-4081

– USGS.gov - National Water Dashboard

– Phone Apps are available such as RiverApp

WADING

y Respect private property

y Public accesses are available throughout the system

y Expect to encounter watercraft

y Be aware of changing river conditions

PROTECTING FISH

y Catch and release angling is strongly encouraged to help protect the fishery

y Fishing for trout is not recommended when water temperatures reach or exceed 68F

y Land fish in a timely manner to avoid extra stress on fish

y Gentle handling with wet ungloved hands and a quick release maximizes fish survival

y Keep fish submerged in water while handling or photographing

y Please consider pinching barbed hooks and using single hooks

NYSDEC and PA Fish and Boat Commission Fishing Regulations

– NY: www.dec.ny.gov

– PA: www.fishandboat.com

FOR EMERGENCIES AND INCIDENTS

For Emergencies: Call 911 TO REPORT INCIDENTS ON THE RIVER

• NYS Department of Environmental

Conservation: 877-457-5680

• PA Fish and Boat Commission

Northeast Office Law Enforcement: 570-477-5717

• National Park Service Dispatch: 570-426-2457

This guide was developed by an advisory group representing a diversity of knowledgeable UDR watershed stakeholders including property owners, river users, and local businesses.

UDC Welcomes Public on Aug. 6 Raft Trip

The 35th Annual Family Raft Trip

sponsored by the Upper Delaware Council, Inc. will take place on Sunday, August 6. Public reservations are due by Friday, July 28.

The 2023 river section to be paddled is a scenic six-mile stretch from the Staircase Access in the Town of Lumberland, NY to Kittatinny Canoes’ Matamoras Base in Westfall Township, PA.

Kittatinny Canoes will provide the rafts, paddles, life jackets, safety instructions, and shuttle transportation.

The 2023 river section to be paddled is a scenic six-mile stretch from the Staircase Access in the Town of Lumberland, NY to Kittatinny Canoes’ Matamoras Base in Westfall Township, PA.

Plan to arrive between 9-10 a.m. at 1147 Delaware Drive in Matamoras for parking and check-in. Guests will be shuttled up to the Staircase Access to launch.

The average length for this trip is 3.5 hours, depending on the water level and the group’s desired pace. This segment of the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River offers Class 1 & 2 rapids, with stretches of quiet pools. There are multiple sets of rapids at Staircase, Mongaup, Butlers Rift and Mill Rift. Participants will paddle beneath cliffs and spectacular rock formations, through lush vegetation then reach the dramatic gorge known as the Hawks Nest and go under the No. 1 Railroad Bridge.

The UDC’s deeply-discounted group discount rate is $29 for ages 13 and up, and $19 for ages 4-12. Advance payment (cash, check, or Paypal) is requested by July 23 with the reservation to include complete contact information, all guest names, and the ages of any minor children under 18.

Minimum occupancy per raft is four people. Parties of less than four will be matched at the UDC’s discretion. Participants should be in good physical condition. Children must weigh a minimum of 40 lbs. and be able to swim.

For optimum safety, all UDC participants (children

and adults) will be required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device when they are on the water for the duration of the trip.

Pack a picnic lunch and plenty of drinking water. Dress to get wet, wear sunscreen and foot protection, and avoid bringing valuables. Small coolers and waterproof bags for items such as cameras and keys may be tied into the raft.

Please see the registration flyer posted at www. upperdelawarecouncil.org, which also includes the PayPal link. Contact Ashley Hall-Bagdonas at (845) 252-3022 or ashley@upperdelawarecouncil.org to reserve or find out more information.

The Upper Delaware Council (UDC) is a non-profit organization working since 1988 in partnership with the National Park Service to conserve the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River for the benefit of present and future generations.

Its voting members are the local New York towns and Pennsylvania townships which border on the river, as well as the State of New York, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the Delaware River Basin Commission in a non-voting capacity.

FOOD & DINING Places to Eat

The Cow Lick

13585 State Hwy 97, Hancock, NY

HANCOCK

Maple Room Restaurant & Honest Eddie’s Bar

Located at The Hancock House Hotel

137 E. Front St., Hancock, NY (607) 637-7100

The Chestnut Restaurant

11 W. Main St. Hancock, NY (607) 637-4040

Circle E Diner

369 E. Front St., Hancock, NY (607) 637-9905

7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Little Italy II

43 W. Main St., Hancock, NY

11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Closed Mondays

Pizza, Subs & Pasta. Full Bar. (607) 637-2855

New China Restaurant

110 E. Front St. Hancock, NY

Tues - Sun 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. (607) 637-3528

Ice Cream Shop Serving Hard & Soft Ice Cream

The Sweet Spot

Located at The Hancock House Hotel

137 E. Front St., Hancock, NY Ice Cream Shop

The Salsa Shack

13817 State Hwy 97, Long Eddy, NY

(845) 422-7498

STARLIGHT, PA

Crosstown Tavern

6031 Hancock Hwy, Starlight, PA

“Just across the River”

Outdoor seating available.

(570) 635-5926

Backwoods Dogs & Beverage

6186 Hancock Hwy, Starlight, PA

Wine, Beer & Spirits Store

(570)635-5810

The Inn at Starlight Lake

289 Starlight Lake Road, Starlight, PA

Oldest continuously operated Railroad Inn

(570) 798-2519

LAKE COMO, PA

The Fishin’ Hole Bar & Grill

68 Rose Hill Road, Lake Como, PA

Visit our neighborhood bar after your outdoor adventure!

(570) 798-2050

Villa Como Pizzeria

263 Como Road, Lake Como, PA

Villa Como Pizza is a family-run restaurant deep in the heart of the Pennsylvania countryside.

(570) 798-2761

Breakfast at the Inn At Starlight Lake (p. 42)

LAKEWOOD, PA

Lakewood Lodge and Restaurant

1440 Crosstown Hwy, Lakewood, PA

Historical Country Inn with full service restaurant and outdoor dining.

(570) 798-2565

B & E Scoops!

1459 Crosstown Hwy, Lakewood, PA One stop for dinner and dessert!

(570) 798-2227

DEPOSIT, NY

Pheasant Tail Tavern

132 Front St., Deposit, NY

Top Notch Dining!

(607) 467-1215

Butterfield’s Café

16 Division St., Deposit, NY

A farm to table café.

(607) 621-7666

The Penguin

11181 State Hwy 8, Masonville, NY

A community ice-cream shop for 50+ years. 52 flavors!

(570) 467-1119

WALTON, NY

Packin Heat Bar & Grill

38 West St., Walton, NY

Featuring fresh, local ingredients and a little heat (if you like it that way)

(607) 510-4056

DOWNSVILLE, NY

Old Schoolhouse Inn & Restaurant

28218 NY-206, Downsville, NY

Elegant, historic eatery serving upscale American meals

(607) 363-7814

HAMDEN, NY

Hamden Inn & Lounge

35769 NY-10, Hamden, NY

Open for food & drinks Thurs - Mon (607) 746-6677

FRANKLIN, NY

The Tulip and The Rose

435 Main St., Franklin, NY

Fusing foods from Malaysia, Turkey, India, and More! (607) 829-4040

UNION DALE, PA

Speakeasy Saloon & Resort

9207 PA-171, Union Dale, PA

Father’s Day Car Show! June 18 (Rain Date June 25) (570) 679-2100

Arlos Country Store & Tavern

10340 PA-171, Union Dale, PA

Summer Hours: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. Mon - Sat.

Sunday 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. (570) 727-2970

Charcuterie Board at Packin Heat Bar & Grill (p. 44)

“Good food is all the better when shared with good friends”

There’s nothing more Americana than a good ol’ county fair. The Delaware County Fair in Walton, New York is one of the largest truly agricultural fairs in the state and it celebrates its 136th year this summer. I grew up right here in Hancock and was a member of the local 4-H Club (Our club was called the French Peas -- because our members hailed from the French Woods and Peas Eddy areas of the Town of Hancock). The county fair was the pinnacle of the summer season. I just couldn’t wait for the thrill of the Midway rides and the chance that I would run into friends I hadn’t seen since school got out in June. I loved the animal barns and the horse shows. And, of course, nothing compares to Fair Food! Cotton candy, taffy, candy apples and fried everything! Templeton the rat was right ... the fair IS a smorgasbord.

I’m a little (?) older now and the Midway doesn’t hold quite as much appeal but I still make a point to attend every year. I still love the food, the animals, and all the wonderful displays and vendors. Even better than all that though are the people you meet at the Fair.

Last year I met Peter Halaquist. It had been a long day. I was tired and sat on a bench to rest for a minute and struck up a conversation with the gentleman sitting next to me. I noticed he was wearing a Vietnam Veterans cap and I thanked him for his service. He proceeded to tell me his story. I was enthralled. Peter grew up in nearby Franklin, New York and he still lives on the same piece of land where he spent his boyhood. He was very humble about his own service but was quick to tell me about his brother, Earl.

Earl Halaquist was a U.S. Navy air crew veteran of World War II. He returned from the war and became interested in racing cars. According to Peter, his brother Earl was a true sportsman who excelled at many sports but he really made a name for himself in the world of motorsports winning races and breaking records. The “Earl Halaquist Memorial” race is held every year in Fonda, NY. This year the race will be on August 5. ~ by Cindy

R Ray

I met Peter Halaquist of Franklin, NY last year at the Fair.

Come to the Fair

Scan Me

136th Annual

August 14 - 19

2023 DELAWARE COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULE

Monday Aug. 14

12 pm Buffalo Barfield

2 pm Buffalo Barfield

3 pm Illusionist

4 pm Buffalo Barfield

5-7 pm Randy’s Nashville Sound

7:30-10:30pm The DRIFTWOODS (Country)

Tuesday 8-15

11 am Buffalo Barfield

12 pm Illusionist

1 pm Buffalo Barfield

2 pm Cowboy Circus

3 pm Buffalo Barfield

4 pm KARAOKE CONTEST Youth & Junior

7 pm KARAOKE CONTEST Adult

Wednesday 8-16

12 pm Buffalo Barfield

1 pm Country’s Sweetheart KRYSTAL LEE

3 pm Buffalo Barfield

4 pm Illusionist

5 pm Buffalo Barfield

6 pm Cowboy Circus

7:30-10:30 pm THE NATE GROSS BAND (Blues and Southern Rock)

Thursday 8-17

11 am Buffalo Barfield

12 pm Randy’s Nashville Sound

1 pm Buffalo Barfield

2 pm Randy’s Nashville Sound

3 pm Buffalo Barfield

4-6 pm MARY FRANCES PERRICONE (oldies)

6 pm Illusionist

6:45 pm Cowboy Circus

7:30-10:30 pm THE BEADLE BROTHERS (Todays Country & More) High Energy

Friday 8-18

11 am Buffalo Barfield

12 pm Catskill Dance EXPO

1 pm Buffalo Barfield

2 pm Illusionist

3 pm Buffalo Barfield

4-6 pm Singer JOHN PAUL

6:30 pm Cowboy Circus

8-11 pm LAZY II BAND (Country & Classic Rock)

Saturday 8-19

11:30-1 pm Buffalo Barfield

1 pm KARAOKE FINALE with NORTHERN STAR PRODUCTIONS

4:30 pm Smelly Shoe Contest

5:30 pm Illusionist

6:15 pm Cowboy Circus

7-10 pm BJ HENDRICKSON MUSIC

LODGINGPlaces to Stay

HANCOCK, NY

Smith’s Colonial Inn

Beautiful Rooms ~ Beautiful Views

Pet Friendly & EV Chargers 23085 St. Hwy 97, Hancock, NY

www.smithscolonialmotel.com

(607) 637-2989

Upper Delaware Inn

521 W. Main St., Hancock, NY (607) 637-1600

www.upperdelawareinn.com

The Hancock House Hotel 137 E. Front St., Hancock, NY (607) 637-7100

www.hancockhousehotel.com

Cadosia School House

640 Lower Cadosia Road, Hancock, NY Eclectic & campy (917) 417-5425

Bass Mountaintop Cabin Rental Bass Mountain Rd, Hancock, NY www.basscabins.com (607) 637-5253

French Woods Farm House

Just a short drive from the city, yet a world away 18388 NY-97, Hancock, NY (610) 724-4080

River View Estates By Brophy Wedding Venue 1650 Bodoit Road, Fishs Eddy, NY estatesbybrophy.com (561) 714-0338

Buck Horn Lodge & Cottages 1577 State Hwy 30, East Branch, NY (518) 321-8682

DEPOSIT, NY

Deposit Motel

44 Oak Street, Deposit, NY (607) 467-2998

www.depositmotel.com

Upper Delaware Inn (p. 45)

NEARBY IN PA

The Inn at Starlight Lake 289 Starlight Lake Road, Starlight, PA (570) 798-2519

Lakeside Inn & Cozy Cottages www.innatstarlightlake.com

Lakewood Lodge and Restaurant 1440 Crosstown Hwy, Lakewood, PA (570) 798-2565

Historical Country Inn with full service restaurant and outdoor dining. www.palakewoodlodge.com

The Speakeasy Saloon & Resort 9207 PA-171, Union Dale, PA (570) 679-2100

Smith’s Colonial Motel (p. 54)

The Hancock House Hotel (p. 25)

“An open door is a welcome that makes a stranger into a friend.”

Hancock House Hotel Bass ’

137 East Front Street | Hancock, New York 13783 | 607-637-7100

The Hancock House Hotel is located in downtown Hancock, New York, just a short walk from the headwaters of the Delaware River and the best trout fishing in America.

Honest Eddie’s Tap Room and The Maple Room Restaurant are located on the main floor where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The Maple Room is available for large parties, meetings, weddings and other formal functions. Contact Kim, our banquet manager for more information.

SHOPPING Places to Shop

Kaybirds Gifts & Flowers

125 Wheeler St., Hancock, NY 607.637.2962

The Treasure Chest

Something old, something new, something made, just for you!

100 East Front St., Hancock, NY 607.637.3157

Parkalbaum’s Emporium

A Vintage Store

159 East Front St., Hancock, NY 607.637.4125

The Equinunk Emporium

Antiques & Treasures

When I’m here - the door is open!”

4348 Hancock Hwy, Equinunk, PA 570.224.4551

Cadosia Valley Antiques

Antiques Bought & Sold

1519 State Hwy 268, Cadosia, NY 607.637.2246

Equinunk General Store

Farm to Table

4338 Hancock Hwy, Equinunk PA 570.224.4272

Bisbee Lumber & Supply

We’re here to help. 41 Leonard St., Hancock, NY 607.637.2491

Jim & Gina’s Greenhouse 21 Fifield Ave, Hancock, NY 607.637.4633

The Camptons

158 E. Front St., Hancock, NY thecamptons.com

Hancock Liquor Store

Come in a stranger, leave as a friend 27 West Main St., Hancock, NY 607.637.5364

Jada Hill Farm

products made from farm fresh goats milk 106 Kelsey Road, Deposit, NY 607.467.5442

Rock Valley Spirits

A craft distillery on a Catskill Mountain Farm 1430 John Milk Road, Long Eddy, NY 845.887.4184

Socorro’s Perfectly Priced Shop

Gently used goods & clothing 140 E. Front St., Hancock, NY 607.637.2100

All Sorts

169 E. Front St., Hancock, NY 908.358.3666

Marino’s Outdoor World Sporting goods store

95 E. Front St., Hancock, NY 607.634.3573

Trout Brook Studios

167 E. Front St. Hancock, NY Custom metal & woodworking 347.564.4998

Greater Hancock Farmers Market & Craft Fair 845.887.5753 (June - Oct)

Hancock Town Square

Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Callicoon Farmers Market A Dorrer Drive, Callicoon, NY 866.270.2015 (May - Oct)

Sundays 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Roscoe Farmers Market Niforatos Field, Roscoe, NY 607.498.4456 (May - Oct)

Sundays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Delhi Farmers Market Courthouse Square, Delhi, NY 607.434.2407 (May - Oct)

Wednesdays 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Walton Farmers Market Veterans Plaza, 18 Delaware St. 607.865.6531 (July - Sept)

Fridays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Birdsong Community Garden & Farmers Market 38480 Hwy 10, Delhi, NY 607.865.6531 (May - Oct)

Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Louise

EVENTS Calendar of

MAY

19 Deposit Historical Society Museum Speaker John Goodenough presents “Honoring & Remembering our Local Civil War Heroes” 145 Second St. Deposit, NY

19 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at the Galilee Grange Hall, 554 Galilee Road, Galilee, PA.

20 Pancake Breakfast at the Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. Adults $12. Children (4-10) $6. Pancakes (plain or blueberry), eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570.224.7570 for more information.

21 Fly In/Drive In Breakfast sponsored by the Southern Tier Chapter of Nam Knights at the White Birch Airport, 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. 8 a.m. - Noon.

27 Calder House Museum Season opens. Helen Adams presents a program at 1 p.m. honoring members of the Maudsley Family who fought in the Civil War and returned. Tour of Equinunk Cemetery and annual ice cream social. 1972 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA.

27 & 28 Blues, Brews, and BBQs Memorial Day celebration sponsored by The Hancock Partners at the Town Square, 20 East Main St., Hancock, NY. BBQ, arts & crafts, food and beer vendors, music. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. each day.

JUNE

02 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at the Forest City Historical Society, Corner of Main & Dundaff, Forest City, PA

03 Pancake Breakfast at East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA. 7 - 11 a.m. All you can eat for $10.

03 Summer Nights Live! on the Square Folk Music concert

Sponsored by The Hancock Partners at the Hancock Town Square 5 - 7 p.m. Bring a chair!

04 17th Annual Walk for Education Proceeds benefit the Lisa DaBrescia Scholarship Fund. Walk starts at Hancock’s Firemen’s Field at 11 a.m. Chicken BBQ to benefit the Mike Robinson Scholarship Fund will be held at noon at Firemen’s Park. A Basket Raffle will also be held. Contact the Hancock Community Education Foundation for more information. hcef@hancock.net.

04 Fly In/Drive In Breakfast sponsored by Girls Scout Troop 60430 from 8 a.m. to Noon at White Birch Airport, 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY.

04 Rock Hill Antique Car

Show Annual antique, classic and custom car owners from all over the region will gather at the Rock Hill Firehouse, 61 Glen Wild Road, Rock Hill, NY for a car show by the Catskill Region Antique Automobile Club of America. Celebrating it’s 58th year. Gates open at 9 a.m. Call 845-932-8923, 845798-4173 for more information.

10 Restored Film The Walton Theater, 30 Gardiner Place, Walton, NY, will show Indian Summer which was filmed during the building of the Cannonsville Reservoir. Call 607-865-6688.

10 Summer Nights Live! on the Square Country Music/ Teen Night concert Sponsored by The Hancock Partners at the Hancock Town Square 5 - 7 p.m. Live music, pizza, video games, and outdoor sports for teens.

11 Tractor Parade 27th annual Callicoon Tractor Parade presented by the Delaware Youth Center at noon in Callicoon, NY.

11 Fly In/Drive In Breakfast sponsored by Walton Grange from 8 a.m. to Noon at White Birch Airport, 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY.

11 Vintage Baseball Bovina Dairymen v. Rising Sun BBC at 10 a.m. at Creamery Field Vintage Baseball park, County Route 6, Bovina Center, NY.

17 Historic Joel Hill Sawmill presents Tim Wilson at the Cleveland Machinery Museum and Joel Hill Sawmill in Equinunk, PA. Museum opens at noon, program begins at 1 p.m.

17 Make a Bird Feeder at the Robert W Nichol Nature Preserve & Science Center from 10 a.m. to noon. PreRegistration required. Email: Emily Kinne eallees@yahoo.com to register.

17 Father’s Day BBQ at East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA from noon - 3 p.m.

17 Learn-to-Fish-Day at Oquaga Creek State Park from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. No fishing license is required. To register call 607467-4160. Bring equipment or borrow from the DEC.

17 Vintage Baseball Bovina Dairymen v. MAC at Archibald Field, Stamford, NY at 7 p.m.

17 Father’s Day Picnic Celebrate with live music, games and food at Summer Nights Live! on the Square, Sponsored by The Hancock Partners at the Hancock Town Square. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

18 Pancake Breakfast at the Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. Adults $12. Children (4-10) $6. Pancakes (plain or blueberry), eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570-224-7570 for more information.

18 Friends of Music of Stanford, NY presents Andreas Klein on piano. Concert starts at 3 p.m.

21 Deposit Historical Society Museum At 7 p.m. local artisan, Tim Beers, presents “The Art of Scrimshaw” at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second St., Deposit.

23 French Woods Under the Stars Concert and jazz band students from French Woods Performing Arts Camp at the Town Square from 7 - 9 p.m.

24 Equinunk Historical Society presents a visit to Gustin Stone Supply, where Paul Gustin will give a tour of the facilities, at 1 p.m. Meet at the Calder House Museum and carpool.

24 Flamingo Bingo Sponsored by The Hancock Partners. 5 p.m. at The Town Square. Bring a chair!

30 EAST BRANCH FIREMEN’S FIELD DAYS

Celebrating 100 years of the East Branch Volunteer Fire Department.

JULY

01 EAST BRANCH FIREMEN’S FIELD DAYS & FIRE WORKS

Celebrating 100 years of the East Branch Volunteer Fire Department.

01 Pancake Breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. at East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA. All you can eat for $10!

01 Summer Nights Live! on the Square Featuring America the Beautiful and Classic American Songs from 5-7 p.m. Bring a friend and a chair!

03 French Woods Under the Stars Concert and jazz band students from French Woods Performing Arts Camp at the Town Square from 7 - 9 p.m.

04 Tractor Parade Pleasant Mount Tractor Parade, BBQ and 4th of July Celebration. Parade starts at 10 a.m.

04 Lordville 4th of July Parade A family oriented event to celebrate the birth of our Nation and our Patriotism — NOT our Politics! 11:30 Meet at the Lordville Presbyterian church for the Reading of the Declaration of Independence followed by the parade at Noon, and a picnic of hot dogs, lemonade and what ever people bring to add to the feast. RAIN OR SHINE!

08 Summer Nights Live! on the Square from 5-7 p.m. Featuring “Field of Dreams,” a day of kids classic games to support the Honest Eddie Murphy scholarship program.

08 Tours of the Equinunk Historical Society’s Joel Hill Sawmill and Cleveland Museum at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call Greg at 570798-2420 to reserve a spot.

08 Watershed Awareness Program at the Robert W Nichol Nature Preserve & Science Center in Hancock, NY from 10 a.m. to noon. PreRegistration required. Email: eallees@yahoo.com to register.

08 Deposit Community Arts in the Park Deposit Community Arts in the Park Series of Summer Concerts and Events will start on July 8th in the park. Free live entertainment featuring musical performances and children’s events with movies and puppeteers. Concessions available. Events are scheduled for July 8 and 20, August 3, 17, and 31, and September 3.

09 Fly In/Drive In Breakfast at the White Birch Airport, 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY. Sponsored by Johnson City Cheer Team.

09 Vintage Baseball Bovina Dairymen at Delhi 2 p.m.

14 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 586 Main Street, Thompson, PA

16 Friends of Music of Stanford, NY presents Julliard Jazz Ensemble. Concert starts at 3 p.m.

14 - 16 Deposit Lumberjack Festival Annual Deposit Lumberjack Festival. 5K run, Games, Entertainment, Car Show, Tournaments, Parade, Fireworks, Food, and Music.

16 5K/10K River Run 25th annual Delaware Youth Center 5K/10K River Run and Walk including the Gary A. Winglovitz Virtual Run. Race packet and in person registration is Saturday, July 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, July 16 from 7 to 8 a.m. More Information at www.delawareyouthcenter.org.

15 Honest Brook Music Festival presents pianist Chaeyoung Park at 7 p.m. at The Barn in Delhi. hbmf.org or call 607.746.3770 for reservations and information.

16 Pancake Breakfast at the Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. Adults $12. Children (4-10) $6. Pancakes (plain or blueberry), eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570-2247570 for more information.

27 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at Honesdale Central Park, 901 Church Street, Honesdale, PA

28 French Woods Under the Stars Concert and jazz band students from French Woods Performing Arts Camp at the Town Square from 7 - 9 p.m.

27 - 29 HANCOCK FIREMEN’S FIELD DAYS & FIRE WORKS

22 Honest Brook Music Festival presents baritone John Moore with pianist Adam Bolka at 7:30 p.m. at The Barn in Delhi. hbmf.org or call 607-746-3770 for reservations and information.

22 Summer Nights Live! on the Square An evening of extraordinary guitar music, BBQ, and kids activities. 5 - 7 p.m. at the Hancock Town Square. Bring a chair!

29 Vintage Baseball Bovina Dairymen vs. Delhi at 2 p.m. Creamery Field vintage baseball park, County Route 6, Bovina Center, NY.

29 Summer Nights Live! on the Square Christmas in July! Bingo and door prizes, 50/50 raffle. 5 - 7 p.m. See you on the Square!

30 Equinunk Firemen’s BBQ 1944 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, Pennsylvania.

30 Fly In/Drive In Breakfast to support the D-H Eagles Athletics. 8 a.m. to Noon at the White Birch Airport, 333 Airport Road, Hancock, NY.

AUGUST

04-12 161st WAYNE COUNTY FAIR Honesdale, PA

05 Shandelee Music Festival Sunset Concert Pavilion, 442 J. Young Road, Livingston Manor will present an evening of chamber music at 8 p.m. with a performance by violinist Misha Keylin and pianist Ilya Kazantsev. Contact 845.439.3277 or shandelee.org.

05 Pancake Breakfast East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA. All you can eat for $10.

06 Honest Brook Music Festival presents the Balourdet Quartet at The Barn in Delhi at 3 p.m. hbmf.org or 607.746.3770 fore reservations and information.

11 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at Aldenville Baptist Church, 971 Creek Drive, Prompton, PA

12 Shandelee Music Festival Sunset Concert Pavilion, 442 J. Young Road, Livingston Manor presents an evening of jazz at 8 p.m. with a performance by Elaine Elias (jazz piano) and Mark Johnson (double bass). Contact 845.439.3277 or shandelee.org.

04-12 137th DELAWARE COUNTY FAIR, Walton, NY. See page 19 or delawarecountyfair.org for more information.

15 Shandelee Music Festival, Sunset Concert Pavilion, 442 J. Young Road, Livingston Manor presents an evening of chamber music at 8 p.m. with a performance by the Arcadia Players, New England’s Period Instrument Ensemble. Contact 845.439.3277 or shandelee.org.

16 Women’s Suffrage. Tioga Historian Emma Sedore presents “Women’s Suffrage in the Southern Tier” at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY at 7 p.m.

17 Shandelee Music Festival Sunset Concert Pavilion, 442 J. Young Road, Livingston Manor presents an evening of piano at 8 p.m. with a performance by Ukrainian concert pianist Anna Federova. Contact 845.439.3277 or shandelee.org.

18 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at Damascus Community Center, 60 Conklin Hill Road, Damascus, PA Lordville 4th of July Parade

AUGUST

19 French Woods Under the Stars Concert and jazz band students from French Woods Performing Arts Camp at the Town Square from 7 - 9 p.m.

19 Chicken BBQ at East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA. 12 to 3 p.m.

19 Rock Lake Picnic at St. Juliana Catholic Church, 2048 Creamton Dr., Pleasant Mount, PA. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Chicken BBQ, pirogies, bake sale, basket raffle, games, food, refreshments, music and more!

09 Car Show sponsored by the Equinunk Volunteer Fire Company, in Equinunk, PA.

17 Friends of Music of Stanford, NY presents pianists Wynona Wang and Reed Tetzloff. Concert starts at 3 p.m.

17 DIY Nature Fairy Doors at the Robert W Nichol Nature Preserve & Science Center in Hancock, NY from 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-Registration required. Email ealees@yahoo.com to register.

17 Pancake Breakfast at the Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. Adults $12. Children (4-10) $6. Pancakes (plain or blueberry), eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570.224.7570 for more information.

17 Coffeehouse at the Walton Theatre 30 Gardiner Place, Walton, NY presents Mosaic Winds, a five-piece wind ensemble. 6 - 8 p.m.

20 Erie Railroad . A “Tribute to Karl Crantz & his Railroad Hobby,” by John Goodenough (on the Erie RR) will be presented at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY at 7 p.m.

Firemen’s Field Days ~ July 27 - 29.

19 Shandelee Music Festival Sunset Concert Pavilion, 442 J. Young Road, Livingston Manor presents an evening of chamber music at 8 p.m. with a performance by the Colorado Cello Quarter. Contact 845.439.3277 or shandelee.org.

20 Pancake Breakfast at the Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. Adults $12. Children (4-10) $6. Pancakes (plain or blueberry), eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570.224.7570 for more information.

26 Equinunk Historical Society annual meeting. Calder House Museum opens at noon and the meeting begins at 1 p.m. Bring a dish to pass.

27 Friends of Music of Stanford, NY presents Fenimore chamber of Commerce Orchestra. Concert starts at 3 p.m.

30 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at the Greene-DreyerSterling Fair, 457 Crestmont Drive, Newfoundland, PA

SEPTEMBER

02 Pancake Breakfast East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA. All you can eat for $10.

03 Legacy of Honor Golf Tournament in memory of Staff Sergeant Justin R. Whiting at the French Woods Golf and Country Club. 18-hole Captain and Crew Tournament to honor all those who fight for our freedom. Proceeds go to Legacy of Honor to provide scholarships for local students, and other veterans’ organizations. Call 607.637.1800 for more information.

22 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at the Sterling United Methodist Church, 567 Sterling Road, Sterling, PA

28 & 30 Manhattan Short an international festival of short films will be held at the Walton Theatre, 30 Gardiner Place, Walton, NY Showings at 2 and 7 p.m. on Thursday and 7 p.m. on Saturday. Call 607.865.6688 or Email thewaltontheatre@ gmail.com

30 - Oct. 1 3rd Annual Cowtown Scramble hosted by Bovina Dairymen vintage baseball team at the Creamery Field Vintage Baseball Park, County Route 6, Bovina Center, NY.

The Bob Ray Memorial Tractor Parade. Oct. 7.

OCTOBER

01-02 The Old Time Fiddlers 6 p.m. at the Fall Fiddle Festival, Beach Lake Fire Hall, 1033 Beach Lake Hwy, Beach Lake, PA

06 - 08

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYS AND HANCOCK HARVEST FESTIVAL/TRACTOR PARADE

07 Pancake Breakfast East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA. All you can eat for $10.

13 The Old Time Fiddlers 7:30 p.m. at the Galilee Grange Hall, 554 Galilee Road, Galilee, PA

14 Scarecrow Making Contest & Pinecone Turkeys at the Robert W Nichol Nature Preserve & Science Center from 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-Registration required. Email: eallees@yahoo.com to register.

14 Chickenn & Biscuits Dinner at East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA.

15 Fennimore Winds Symphony a 12-piece ensemble on the Main Stage of the Walton Theatre. Call 607.865.6688 or Email thewaltontheatre@gmail.com for more information.

15 Friends of Music of Stanford, NY presents Delphi Trio. Concert starts at 3 p.m.

15 Pancake Breakfast at the Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. Adults $12. Children (4-10) $6. Pancakes (plain or blueberry), eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570.224.7570 for more information.

22 Coffeehouse at the Walton Theatre 30 Gardiner Place, Walton, NY features blues band Steve Eisenberg and friend from. 6 - 8 p.m.

28 Halloween Program “Voices from the Grave,” will be held in a local cemetery, details to be announced. Sponsored by the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY.

NOVEMBER

04 Pancake Breakfast “All Veterans eat for free” from 7 to 11 a.m. at East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, Pa. All you can eat for $10.

11 Candle Making & Fall Gnomes at the Robert W Nichol Nature Preserve & Science Center in Hancock, NY from 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-Registration Required. Email: eallees@yahoo.com to register.

11 Western Catskills Wedding Expo at French Woods Sports & Arts Camp in Hancock, NY. See westerncatskillsweddingexpo.com for details.

15 Presentarts at A live performance by Judith Present’s Theatre Company, Presentarts, at the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY.

18 Soup Sale and Baskets at East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA. 12 to 3 p.m.

18 Walton Theatre presents Della Mae, a five-piece women’s bluegrass group on the Main Stage, 30 Gardiner Place, Walton, NY. Call 607.865.6688 or Email the waltontheatre@gmail.com.

19 Pancake Breakfast at the Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Road, Equinunk, PA. Adults $12. Children (4-10) $6. Pancakes (plain or blueberry), eggs or cheese omelet, sausage, home fries, applesauce, toast, and beverages. Call 570.224.7570 for more information.

19 Friends of Music of Stanford, NY presents Benedict Kloeckner on cello and Danae Doerken on piano. Concert starts at 3 p.m.

19 Coffeehouse at the Walton Theatre featuring Boom Chickens, a three-piece free-range folk trio. From 6 - 8 p.m. 30 Gardiner Place, Walton, NY.

Parade of Lights ~ Dec. 3

DECEMBER

01 Turkey Party sponsored by the Equinunk Volunteer Fire Department, Equinunk, PA.

03 Holiday Music the Deposit Historical Society Museum, 145 Second Street, Deposit, NY presents “A Holdrege Family Christmas” with holiday Music with Patty, Gary and family at 2 p.m.

01-03 Christmas Variety Show at the Walton Theatre, 30 Gardiner Place, Walton, NY. Call 607.865.6688 or Email thewaltontheatre@gmail.com.

03 Parade of Lights and Christmas on the Square! Sponsored by the Hancock Volunteer Fire Department, the Sandra Karcher Memorial Parade of Lights is a sight to behold. Visit with Santa and enjoy s’mores, hot beverages, and games for all ages at the Town Square.

03 Friends of Music of Stanford, NY presents a Holiday Concert with Idith Korman on piano. Concert starts at 3 p.m.

02 Evergreen Hanging Baskets for adults at the Robert W Nichol Nature Preserve & Science Center from 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-Registration required. Email: eallees@yahoo.com to register.

02 Pancake Breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. at East Ararat Methodist Church, 210 Crosstown Hwy, Union Dale, PA. All you can eat for $10.

09 Nature Scene Globe Ornament Making at the Robert W Nichol Nature Preserve & Science Center from 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-Registration required. Email: eallees@yahoo.com to register.

Marino's Celebrates 100 Years in Hancock

D.J. married Marie, the daughter of William and Hazel (Villefrenche) Lord, in 1924. They had two children – a son, Donald and a daughter, Jeanne. In 1945, right after high school, Donald enlisted in the army as so many young men did to fight in World War II. After the war he attended college at Syracuse and Rutgers and then went to work at Bendix Corp. in Sidney where he was the director of Management Information Systems. In 1950 he married Earlene Burdick and they had two children, Donny and John.

It was Donny, who learned the clothing trade from his grandfather, and eventually took over the clothing side of the business. He worked with his grandfather from the time he completed college in 1974 until his grandfather’s death in 1991. D.J. officially turned the business over to Donny in 1983. “He was tailoring right up until he died . . . He taught me a lot about the clothing business,” said Donny. “But he didn’t teach me tailoring. He told me it was too much trouble.”

es. John graduated from Niagara University with a degree in journalism and worked at The Hancock Herald for a while. “The paper was owned by the Tri-Town news in Sidney, but I worked mostly with Blanche [Leahy] . . . I did it all – from covering sports to doing the layout,” John said.

John explained that it was their father’s interest in collecting that led to the creation of the current business – Marino’s Outdoor World. “Dad was a gun aficionado,” he said. He always had an interest in guns especially anything manufactured by Winchester or Civil War era firearms. “He collected other things too,” said Donny. “Indian artifacts, stamps, coins . . .Before he got sick with cancer, he used to do historical presentations and displayed his collection in the store.”

Itmay have undergone several transformations through the years but the business that bears the name Marino’s has been a mainstay in the Village of Hancock for over 100 years. When the D.J. Marino Clothing Store celebrated its 50th anniversary in 1972 The Hancock Herald published an article about its founder Dominic “D.J.” Marino. This summer I caught up with his two grandsons, Donny and John, to talk about the longevity of the family business and how it has transformed during the 50 years since that article appeared in the pages of The Hancock Herald

Born June 1, 1902 in Teana, Italy, D.J. Marino arrived in the United States on December 27, 1919 at the age of 17. The young man first found employment as a tailor at a shop on 47th Street and Fifth Avenue in New York City but a few short years later, in 1922, D.J. brought his tailoring skills and business acumen to the Village of Hancock. For over 50 years he operated a clothing store featuring custom tailored fine suits for men.

John remembers coming into the store after school hoping to get some money from his grandfather so he could buy baseball cards and Bazooka bubble gum at Kandyland. “Sometimes I’d find him napping on the big table by his sewing machine,” said John. “He wore a suit every day.”

With the growth of malls during the 1990s the clothing business began to struggle. Fewer people were wearing fine suits and companies like Levi, Carhart and Woolrich instituted minimum order policies. “If you couldn’t order in bulk, they took away the franchise,” said Donny. By 2015 Donny closed the D.J. Marino clothing store.

He can still be found behind the counter helping his brother run Marino’s Outdoor World but he enjoys having time to devote to his other interests – hunting, fishing and bowling. Donny figures he’s bowled at least 14 or 15 perfect games, but John was quick to point out that it is he who holds the high score record at Fox Bowling . . . 842.

Though the store still carries some clothing items and footwear, the business is predominantly selling guns and ammunition as well as issuing hunting and fishing licens-

When John’s father retired in 1992, he decided to turn his passion into Marino Firearms and he and John worked together for many years. “It wasn’t always easy,” said John. “I think I quit three or four times – I was young, and he was trying to teach me to be a better man. He was used to being the manager of a large workforce and then it was just me . . . If there’s one thing I remember that my dad and granddad taught me it was ‘Don’t let anyone leave with a bad impression about you or your business because it travels down the road.’”

I think I quit three or four times – I was young, and he was trying to teach me to be a better man.

~ John

So, what’s next? “I don’t see it going another generation. Especially with the regulations and pressure the state and federal governments are putting on our type of business. . . My dad always talked about the ‘Golden Years.’ I love being able to work for myself, but I’d like to have time to enjoy my retirement.”

(Top) Donny & John Marino. (left) Their father Don.

~ by Cindy R Ray

The 2nd Annual Hancock Art Walk begins at The Campton’s Art Gallery located at 169 E. Front Street then proceeds down E. Front Street where it navigates around the Hancock Town Square on Wheeler Street and then continues west along Main Street. It concludes at the Hancock Town Hall and Dog Park at 661 West Main Street.

The River, Road & Rail Art Trail is a new project that aims to bring together tourists, local businesses, and artists in Delaware County, NY. The project is set to run from Memorial Day Weekend until the end of September 2023.

The River, Road & Rail

Art Trail will showcase the works of renowned sculpture artists –Robert Ressler, Wendy Klemperer, Ben Keating, John Clement, Motoko Fukuyama, Nora Valdez, and Harry L. Gordon – as well as other noted regional and local artists.

Along the route local artists are on display in shop windows, and prominently displayed along the route from one end of the village to the other.

289 Starlight Lake Road Starlight, PA 18461

(570) 798-2519

(800) 248-2519

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

MONDAY - SATURDAY

Breakfast: 8 ~ 10 a.m. Lunch: Noon ~ 2 p.m.

Dinner: 5 ~ 9 p.m.

SUNDAY

Breakfast: 8 ~ 10 a.m. Brunch: 10:30 a.m. ~ 2 p.m. Dinner: 4 ~ 8 p.m.

Monday is Seafood Night & Wednesday is Pasta Night. Regular Menu Always Available

The Inn Offers a Comfortable & Charming Retreat for the Vacationer or that Extra Room when Family or Friends come to Visit

Everything is better by Starlight

www.innatstarlightlake.com

 If you are not feeling well, Please stay home.

 It’s the law! Every dog and cat must be vaccinated against rabies.

 Cats and Dogs can get their first rabies vaccine at 3 months of age.

 Please bring the previous vaccination record to verify if your pet is eligible for 3 year coverage.

 Dogs must be on a leash & under proper control. Cats and Ferrets should be in a carrying case.

 Local organizations have volunteered their facilities for your convenience. It is your responsibility to clean up after your pet. It’s the law, you can be fined.

 Vet only available at the advertised clinic time-no earlier!

For questions or more information call 607-832-5200 or see our website www.delawarecountypublichealth.com

Amazing Things to Do in Hancock, NY 10

#1 FISHING

The East and West branches of the Delaware River meet here creating the main stem of the Delaware River. You can enjoy some of the best trout fishing in the world!

#2 EAGLE WATCH

There are many Eagle nests along the Delaware River and with a little patience and an “Eagle Eye” you’ll be sure to spot one! There is a new eagle viewing area in East Branch (Exit 90, Rt. 17/86)

#3 PADDLE DOWN THE DELAWARE

Paddle down the Delaware! Choose a kayak, raft, paddle board or canoe and discover the peace and serenity that comes from the river.

#4 EAT SOME ICE-CREAM

Nothing says summer like an ice-cream cone! Can’t choose between soft serve or hard ice-cream? Try them all! There are mulitple ice-cream stands in the Hancock area.

#5 GET ON THE GREENS

Nothing says “relax” like a day on the greens. Grab your clubs and enjoy a day on one of the areas beautiful golf courses.

#6 VISIT THE SQUARE

With live entertainment every Saturday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day, the Hancock Town Square is the place to be. Bring a chair and enjoy the show!

#7 GO TO THE MOVIES

Bring the whole family to our two screen cinema, get some popcorn, and watch a first run movie on the big screen!

#8 EXPLORE THE LIBRARY

It’s all happening at the library! Partiicpate in a writer’s group, a book club, a knitting group, a chess group, a puzzle group. Computers available to public.

#9 TAKE A HIKE

Meander through the Robert W Nichol Nature Center or explore the Finger Lakes Trail. Want a little more challenge? Take in the view from atop Jensen Ledges.

#10 DISCOVER THE NATURE CENTER

Experience the flora and fauna on the groomed trails. Enjoy the covered pavilion and picnic area. Explore the sculpture and butterfly gardens. Contact hcef@ hancock.net for rental info.

8251 State Hwy 206

TROUT CREEK, NY 13847

607-865-6207

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 5 pm Sat. 9 am - 4 pm, Sun. by appt. tcsports@pronetisp.net

6186 Hancock Hwy, Starlight, PA

570.635.5810

Open Sunday – Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10 a.m.– 9 p.m.

It’s dog friendly – so right away I was a fan. Located right across the river in Starlight, Pennsylvania Backwoods Dogs & Beverages is exactly that — a place where you can purchase beer and a world-class hot dog. Oh, and you can bring your own dog too!

The business is brand new though the owners, a trio consisting of siblings Allyson Thurston and Jack Hurley and their dad, Gordon have operated Starlights Fireworks since 2015. They have lots of plans for the future of Backwoods. Right now you can purchase beer, tobacco, vapes as well as snacks and lottery tickets. By summer they will have a wide variety of steamer dogs with all the fixins’.

“We want to keep it strictly hot dogs,” said Allyson. This summer they plan to host some outdoor events. “Kind of like a beer festival, with live music and beer tasting, and some outdoor games like corn hole,” said Allyson. If they don’t carry your favorite beverage, just ask. “If we can order it, we’ll keep it stocked for you,” said Jack.

Down the road, they plan to add large screen TVs and broadcast sporting events.

The large parking area is perfect for side-by-side and trailer parking for people who are riding the local trails or hitting the river for fishing or canoing and kayaking.

6186 HANCOCK HWY, STARLIGHT, PA 18461

845-500-3189

Inside it’s spacious and bright with plenty of seating at the rustic tables handmade by Gordon.

“It’s a place to have a beer and relax,” said Allyson.

~ by Cindy R Ray

Owned and operated by the Hurley Family

Allyson Thurston, Gordon Hurley, Jack Hurley with Ino and Kyo.

Upper Delaware Scenic Byway

• 24-hour ER with nationally recognized staff less than 30 minutes away

• Same day Primary Care appointments, conveniently located and nearby

• Quick access to state-of-the-art imaging and lab services, physical and occupational therapy

UHS Primary Care

Walton: (607) 865-2400

2 Titus Place, Walton

Downsville: (607) 363-2517

28315 State Highway 206

Roscoe: (607) 498-4800

1982 Old Route 17

UHS Delaware Valley Hospital

1 Titus Place, Walton • (607) 865-2100

UHS Delaware Valley Hospital

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