Lake Huntington – Snow and ice on repeat here in the Sullivan Catskills but there are still so many activities both indoors and outdoors! Let’s take a look at what is happening:

The Liberty Elks Lodge presents a Youth Ice Fishing Contest at Swan Lake on Saturday, February 12, starting at 7 AM. Ages 2-16 with prizes for all age groups. Visit the Liberty Elks Lodge on Facebook for more information: https://www.facebook.com/libertyelks1545 

The Neversink 1st Annual Winterfest is Saturday, February 12th from noon - 7 pm at the Grahamsville Fairgrounds! There are a bevy of activities for families. Ice skating, craft vendors, ice sculptures, food and other activities depending on the weather.

Head to the Villa Roma for skiing, snowboarding, and tubing on Friday nights with $20 lift and $20 rentals. Each lift ticket comes with a slice of pizza and drink.

Keep your eyes peeled for new information from the New Cochecton Youth Commission about attending a hockey game soon! 

Like the group of Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057690690213 ) to keep up-to-date on their events and happenings.

Don’t forget the Join Sullivan Fire program is happening on Saturday, February 12 from 8-12:30 at The Kartrite Resort & Indoor Water Park. Be sure to register as seating is limited: www.tinyurl.com /sullivansuccess

Valentine’s Day is coming up quickly, a romantic dinner is always a good idea at one of our local eating establishments. Plus, shop local, The Secret Garden in Jeffersonville has re-opened on February 4th with numerous new Valentine’s Day items for everyone on your gift list and price point. Gorgeous table runners, bee-themed items, hand-crafted soaps, stuffed animals are just a few of the sweet goodies I have seen in their huge location next to the post office on Main Street.

Mark your calendar for a FREE Sullivan County Youth Baseball/Softball Clinic for boys and girls, ages 7-12. Sponsored by the Pete DeVantier Foundation (Roscoe) and the SUNY Sullivan Baseball team on March 4, 2022 from 5-8 pm at SUNY Sullivan. Link to sign-up and more information: https:// t.ly/vS2j

Planning a vacation but need pet sitting services? Have a look at Aspen’s Corner, a new dog boarding and grooming environment located in Cochecton. Leave your dog in a safe home environment while you are away. Contact 845-701-2950 for more information and reservations.

If you have a local business that would like to be spotlighted in an upcoming column, please get in touch! Please email jenn@jennpowelldesigns.com with any news, events, and happenings.