Events

6
Monday

Learn about the New Procedures and Opportunities for State Funding
7:00 p.m.
CVI Building, Ferndale

The Sullivan County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) will partner with Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress to host an informational forum on New York State grant funding opportunities and procedures. The forum will take place Monday, February 6 at 7:00 p.m. at the CVI Center in Ferndale. Last year, Gov. Andrew Cuomo created 10 Regional Economic Development Councils that competed for a pool of $1 billion in grant money. During his recent State of the State Address, Cuomo said there will be another competition for $200 million this year, along with a consolidated funding application process. The criteria for neither have been announced yet. The February 6 forum will focus on understanding the new regional approach and the consolidated funding application. Municipal officials, local development corporations, grant writers and those who have traditionally sought state grants are encouraged to attend. The forum will also explain federal and private grant procedures for those who might have projects that are better suited to those grant sources. Please register by calling 845-295-2443.

11
Saturday

Wurtsboro Winterfest 2012
11:00 a.m. -

Partial Schedule: 11:00am – 2:00pm – Ice Carving Contest 2:00pm – Judging Ice Sculptures 3:00pm Awards Ceremony 3:00pm – Treasure Hunt Drawing For more information, please see the Wurtsboro website, for additional updates as they occur www.wurtsboro.org.

11
Saturday

Guided Tour into Eagle Country
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy, the Basha Kill Area Association and the Eagle Institute for a guided tour into eagle country along the Lackawaxen River on February 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This distinctive excursion focuses on Sullivan County, NY’s eagle habitat and includes a history of the region’s largest and most critical area, the Mongaup Valley Wildlife Management Area. Learn about eagles from a knowledgeable guide and experience the wonder of seeing these beautiful birds of prey in their natural habitats. The three sponsoring organizations are jointly committed to protecting our national bird through education and habitat conservation. This guided excursion is a collaborative effort to highlight eagle habitat in Sullivan County and to encourage area residents and visitors to appreciate the eagle and the natural habitat that is required for this magnificent bird to thrive. Dress warmly in layers, wear comfortable shoes, and bring a bagged lunch and binoculars. Meet the bus 10:00 a.m. at the Eagle Institute, 176 Scenic Drive, Lacakwaxen, PA. Reservations required: $12.50 per person. Call the Delaware Highlands Conservancy at 570-226-3164 or 845-807-0535 to sign up with credit card or send a check payable to the Delaware Highlands Conservancy at PO Box 218, Hawley, PA 18428 with “eagle trip” in the memo line. For more information, call or email info@delawarehighlands.org. Snow date for the trip is February 12. Fee is non-refundable unless trip is cancelled.

28
Tuesday

Monticello Beautification Group Meeting
5:30 p.m.
Stroebele Center

Future meetings will be held on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 5:30PM to 6:30PM at the Stroebele Center.