Dorothy Henry Library in Vernon (Chris Wyman/Dorothy Henry Library) Family activity kits are now available at all six library locations Family activity kits are now available at all six locations of the Sussex County Library System (SCLS). Each kit contains... Local News 21 Sep 2020 | 03:56
A tractor operator is all smiles as she joins the tractor parade at Rooster’s Day at the Fair at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta (Photo by Redyke) Teachers debut their book ‘Rooster’s Day at the Fair’ Saturday’s “Roosters Day at the Fair” celebration began with this year’s Miss Sussex singing the National Anthem. Ninety-nine-year-old... Entertainment 21 Sep 2020 | 03:28
Vernon Chamber to hold scarecrow contest The Vernon Chamber of Commerce has announced its annual scarecrow contest. Participants must use a real pumpkin for a head... Entertainment 21 Sep 2020 | 03:48
From left: Sean Dorsa (Edge Pride); Simone Kraus, holding the prize for the best-decorated car; lead organizer Cara Parmigiani of the TriVersity Center for Gender and Sexual Diversity, based in Milford, Pa.; and Fern Wolkin and Theresa Pil of Mother’s Demand Action (Photo provided by Simone Kraus) Fun doesn’t flag when you’re in drag Morris County’s first-ever Drive-In Drag Show was great fun, with performances, prizes, and all manner of socially distanced... Entertainment 16 Sep 2020 | 12:46
James Maher ( James Maher) James Maher will present an introduction to street photography Vernon. James Maher will present a virtual program via Zoom titled “An Introduction to Street Photography: From Beginner... Entertainment 21 Sep 2020 | 04:18
Eric DeCamps (Photo provided) Sparta Avenue Stage is back with a magic show Eric DeCamps of Karat Close-up Magic returns to the Sparta Avenue Stage, 10 Sparta Avenue North, from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday,... Entertainment 15 Sep 2020 | 04:17
"The Castle Keeper," 92-year-old Bob Allen, stands by one of the castle's Flint Faience tiles. When Allen was a lad, an 85-year-old gentleman proudly showed him the tile, which remains at the entrance to the castle. He said to Allen, "See that tile with the man on the broom? That's me." (Photo by Laurie Gordon) Castle Keeper’s memories help bring fairytale kingdom back to life The Gingerbread Castle in Hamburg may be owned by Don Oriolo, but the self-designated “Castle Keeper” is 92-year-old Bob... Local News 15 Sep 2020 | 10:49
Church to hold ‘Blessing of the Animals’ Sparta. Our Lady of the Lake Church, located at 294 South Sparta Avenue in Sparta, will be holding a “Blessing of the Animals”... Local News 15 Sep 2020 | 04:03
Sparta's Middle School Chess Team won its third consecutive championship this past winter (Photo provided) Championship Sparta Chess team moves online this season Sparta. Sparta Chess enters its 19th season playing and learning skills through different online resources. Interested players... Local News 15 Sep 2020 | 04:35
Children’s entertainer Nate the Great will perform at the fair. (nateandkatemusic.com) Rooster’s Family Fun Day happening this Saturday at Sussex Fairgrounds Did you miss the fair this year? Come out from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19, for fun, food, and entertainment... Entertainment 14 Sep 2020 | 04:15
Mountain Creek’s Oktoberfest is restructured for the age of Covid Mountain Creek Resort’s long-running Oktoberfest celebration, restructured for the age of Covid, will return to Vernon on... Entertainment 14 Sep 2020 | 03:59
Monroe County NAACP Religious Affairs Committee to hold ‘Day of Prayer’ celebration East Stroudsburg. Enjoy music, praise dancing, and fellowship during a celebration of the newly created Monroe County NAACP... Entertainment 09 Sep 2020 | 02:14
Eleanor Wagner (Photo provided) Eleanor Wagner is a true Sussex County ‘ghost writer’ The brisk air and changing foliage means Halloween isn’t far off, with its candy binging, spooky stories, and frightful fun.... Entertainment 08 Sep 2020 | 02:03
Sean O’Flynn (Photo provided) Sean O’Flynn to give outdoor concert at Van Kirk Homestead Bring your lawn chair for a Saturday afternoon of fun and easy listening at the Sparta Historical Society’s Van Kirk Homestead... Entertainment 08 Sep 2020 | 05:15
New Christmas CD offers ‘Hope in Our Darkness’ Christmas is coming early this year, thanks to a specially created CD. “Hope in our Darkness” Christmas classics is the third... Entertainment 08 Sep 2020 | 04:44
