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May 19th
Country Jamboree
Attend this annual event, benefiting Pediatric Services at Geisinger Medical Center through the Children’s Miracle Network Telethon.  A day full of family fun takes place at Indian Head Camp, Route 191, North of Honesdale in Equinunk, PA. There will be square & line dancing, food, games, a penny social, a chinese auction, raffles and door prizes.  Tickets are $5 per person and under 12 are free. The jamboree has raised over $50,000 for the CMN.    

May 25th-26th
Kickball Tournament
This is the  7^th Annual Kickball Tournament at the White Mills Ball Field.  The tournament goes from 9AM – 6PM.  There will be a Beverage Tent, Dan Figura Food Vending and a DJ. While Dan pleases our appetites, DJ Nicky Nick will join us for the weekend event kicking up our favorite songs and keeping us entertained. Join us with a team to benefit the Emergency Food Pantry. Raffle Tickets are $5 and can be purchased by visiting R3 Hardware or the HNB Corporate Center on Main Street in Honesdale.  For more information visit http://www.hnbbank.com/external-link-disclaimer/?http://www.hievents.net 

May 26th
VFW BBQ
Join the VFW Post of Lackawaxen, for a delicious chicken BBQ.  The BBQ will help the VFW Post to continue their efforts in the community and provide support to its members.  Meals will be served from 1PM-4PM.  Tickets can be purchased from Tom Clark at 570-685-8873 or purchase at HNB Lackawaxen office. Tickets for adults are $10 and $5 for fewer than 12 years old.

June 1st
Dessin’s Duck Derby
Join the Dessin Animal Shelter on June 1 (raindate June 2) for their annual duck race! Rubber ducks will fill the Dyberry at noon, and the race will end at the Apple Grove Picnic area.  Purchase a duck to compete for your chance to win $200!  Ducks cost $5 for one, $10 for two and $25 for a dozen.  All proceeds will benefit the animal shelter.  Buy your ducks at  The Cat’s Pajamas, Dessin Animal Shelter, Honesdale National Bank’s Corporate Center and Main Street Branch.

June 2nd
Hawley Spring Run
The Tyler Paul Whitman Scholarship Committee needs runners, for this spring event.  Funds raised will go towards a scholarship for a Wallenpaupack Senior, in memory of Tyler Paul Whitman.The run begins at 2PM in Bingham Park, Hawley.  Please contact Charles Whitman with any questions, at : 570-689-3345 or cwhitman@echoes.net.     

Troop 1 BBQ
The Boyscout’s:  Annual Chicken BBQ – ½ Chicken, Baked Potato, Beans, Coleslaw, roll & Dessert.  BBQ is take-out only at the Fred Miller Pavillion in Honesdale, from 12PM-2PM.  Benefits Troop 1 and helps support the scouting events for the year. Activities Include camps, high adventure trips and community events.  Tickets are on pre-sale at the HNB Corporate Center with Vicky Bryant. 

June 5th
Kidzstock
Kidzstock will host over 30 events including games, activities, entertainment and arts including music, dance, baton, & visual art designed for children of all ages.   The US Army will be specially featured and soldiers will be present.  Local fire departments and ambulance will also be on site.   New this year, event will feature a Sensory Tent filled with sensational activities.  Free gifts will be given to the first 200 children through the gate.  Join the fun from 11AM – 4PM at the Honesdale Highschool football field.  Tickets for Kids are $5, Adults $3, Ages 1 and under are free.  The event will benefit the Creative Beginnings Learning Center.

Other Community Events      

May 14^th
Blood Drive at Grace Episcopal
VFW Post 531 is sponsoring a Blood Drive at the Grace Episcopal Church, Church Street, Honesdale from 12:30 – 6:30 p.m.  Free parking in the Highlights for Children parking lot. 

 Honesdale Area Pantry
The Honesdale Area Pantry will be held behind the Tri County Beverage Building, Rt. 6, Honesdale from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

May 15^th
Free Clothing Day
Free clothing day will be held at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Rt. 191 in Hamlin from 10 a.m. – 12 noon & from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. 

Lakewood Area Pantry
The Lakewood Area Pantry will be held at the Northern Wayne Family Health Center from 1 – 3 p.m. 

May 16^th
Damascus Area Pantry
The Damascus Area Pantry will be held at the Damascus Township Building from 1- 2 p.m. 

MAY is stroke awareness month
Please join the stroke support group at the Good Shepherd Unit, 3rd floor, Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale. 5:00 to 7:30 pm Guest speaker will be Dr. Scott Epstein, MD, of NE Rehabilitation Assoc. Pain management is one of the topics to be discussed. Light refreshments will be provided. Call Janine at 497-7070 for further info. 

May 18^th
Children’s Carnival
Canaan Christian Academy, located in South Canaan, is holding a Children’s Carnival in conjunction with their Dirt Road Dash, a 5K Fun-Run. Carnival runs from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.  The $5 admission which includes 10 tickets to be used at the carnival. There will be games, face painting, prizes, hot dogs, popcorn & more. For more info call 937-4848. 

Dirt Road Dash – 5K Fun Run
Canaan Christian Academy is sponsoring a 5K Fun Run.  The race will start and finish at the school.  Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in 5 categories.  Ages 5 – 55 and older can register.  See the school website for registration information and fees or pick up forms at the school.  Register by May 10. Canaan Christian Academy is located across from Western Wayne Middle School.  Call 570-937-4848 weekdays 8am-3pm for more details. 

Fund Raiser for Ruth Guarino Hobbs
A benefit to help Ruth Guarino Hobbs with medical expenses will be held from 2 – 7 p.m. at the Grattan Singer Hose Co, 702 Homestead Street, Simpson.  Tickets for adults are $10 & children are $5.  There will be a DJ, food, beverages, basket raffle & much more. 

Spaghetti Dinner
A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be held to help the family of Ken Kiefer pay his funeral expenses. The event will be held at the Central Volunteer Fire Co. on Westcolang Road (1/2 mile from the Cuckoo”s Nest). The dinner, which will include spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, bread, dessert and a drink, will be held from 4p.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. There will also be a 50-50 raffle and delicious baked goods for sale. 

May 19^th
Breakfast at American Legion Post 311
The American Legion Post 311 (521 Church Street, Hawley) is holding a breakfast from 7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at their post.  Tickets are $5. 

May 20^th
Tri Chamber Mixer/Card Exchange
Tri Chamber Mixer/Card exchange sponsored by the Southern Wayne, Pocono Lake Region & Wayne County Chamber of Commerce, Bold Gold Media, Cove Haven will be held at Cove Haven from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 

May 22^nd
Presentation on Gambling in Honesdale
The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging hosting a special program at the Honesdale Senior Center from 2 – 3:30 p.m. on Gambling. All are welcome. 

May 23^rd
Lakeville Area Pantry
The Lakeville Area Pantry will be held at the Paupack Township Municipal Building from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

Presentation on Gambling in Hamlin
The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging hosting a special program at the Hamlin Senior Center from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Gambling. All are welcome 

May 24^th
Presentation on Gambling in Hawley
The Wayne County Area Agency on Aging is hosting a special program on Gambling at the Hawley Senior Center from 9 – 10:30 a.m. for professionals, caregivers & family members from 11 a.m. – 12 noon for seniors.  All are welcome. 

May 25^th
Square Dance
A Memorial Day Weekend Square Dance at the Unity Grange Hall, Galilee from 7 – 10 p.m. $10 Admission price includes light refreshments.  Music by “Just Us County Duo”.

 May 26^th
Classic Car Show
Classic Car Show will be held at Aaron’s Parking lot, Rt. 6, Honesdale presented by St. John’s High School Youth Group & sponsored by Aaron’s.  Mp Entry fee. There will be prizes, great food, music, dancing, kiddie crafts, twirling by The Silhouettes, raffles & baskets. For more info call 470-6881 or 647-5455. Proceeds support the students work mission trip to NJ to aid hurricane victims.

June 1^st
Safe Kids Fair
The 2nd Annual Safe Kids Fair will be held at the Wayne County Park Street Complex (648 Park Street, Honesdale) from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.  There will be water, bike, water, fire, food, gun, sun, toy & car seat safety.  There will also be hot dogs & refreshments available.

June 2^nd
All You Can Eat Breakfast
The Ladies Auxiliary VFW Post 531, 738 Main Street, Honesdale is hosting an “All You Can Eat Breakfast”. Adults $8, $7 seniors & $5 for kids over 5 and kids 5 and under are free.

June 8^th
Chicken BBQ
Annual Chicken BBQ from 12:00pm-3pm at the Cold Spring-Rileyville Presbyterian Church.  Chicken cooked on site at 2497 Great Bend Turnpike, Honesdale, PA.  Only take-outs will be available in our convenient drive thru.  Get advance tickets at Jamison’s Greenhouse in Rileyville to save.