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Lucy Kaplansky at RAG May 19th
May 7, 2007
Lucy Kaplansky will appear on The Roxbury Arts Group stage on Satuday, May 19th, at 8 pm.

Plant a Tree
May 4, 2007
Catskill Forest Association plant trees with Pink Elephant Preschool in Kirkside Park

Dog Manners
May 3, 2007
Learn about safely approaching a dog and leash laws

The Student Art Show at RAG
May 3, 2007
Student Art Show open through May 8th

Ken Hiratsuka show at RAG, opens May 12
May 2, 2007
Sculptor Ken Hiratsuka will exhibit stone carvings and sculptures at The Walt Meade Gallery

SHOCK OF GRAY ENSEMBLE PERFORMING AT RAG
April 23, 2007
Roxbury Arts Group, : Saturday May 5, at 8:00 p.m.

Jewelry from found objects workshop at RAG
April 10, 2007
On Saturday, April 28th and May 5th the Roxbury Arts Group will present a workshop, “Jewelry From Found Objects” with jeweler Barbara Klar.

The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus to perform at Roxbury Arts Group on April 21
April 10, 2007
The Bindlestiff Family Cirkus is bringing its newest production "From the Gutter to the Glitter: A Night Out with the Bindlestiffs" to The Roxbury Arts Group on Saturday, April 21.

Step It Up at East Branch for Rally April 14
April 10, 2007
Step It Up 2007 is a group that has organized a National Day of Climate Action.

Free "Linocut" Workshop at RAG April 28
April 10, 2007
Matthias Kern, master printmaker, will conduct a free  “Linocut” workshop  on Sat. April 28

Matthias Kern Print Show at RAG
April 4, 2007
Master printmaker Matthias Kern will exhibit a selection of recent works at The Roxbury Arts Group from April 14 through May 20.  There will be an opening reception on Saturday, April 14th from 2-4.

WiM to offer Narrative Workshop by Melora Wolff in May
March 28, 2007
Writers in the Mountains announces a workshop in the personal essay, Portraits and Elegies , taught by Melora Wolff on May 5th and 6th and May 12th and 13th.

Senior class springs into community project for Kirkside Park!
March 26
The senior class has created its own "whole class" service project this year: Community Day in the Park on Saturday, June 9.

Natural Views - Paintings by Judith Reeve
March 26, 2007
April 21 - May 20 at Enderlin Gallery

Decentralization Program Awards
March 12, 2007
Delaware County Community Arts Funding grants awards held at RAG

Ethan Took the Plunge
March 7, 2007
Ethan McDaniel took the Polar Plunge for Camp Sunshine

GOING FOR THE GOLD!
March 7, 2007
Roxbury Cub Scout Pack 41 holds a Pinewood Derby

“Robes” Exhibit at RAG
March 2, 2007
“Robes,”  an exhibit of Gordon’s giclee prints, will  be on view at the Old Bank Gallery.

WELCOME TO WINTER WONDERLAND!
March 1, 2007
The Winter Carnival was a week of fun in Roxbury.

Enderlin Gallery opens new show on March 10
February 22, 2007
The exhibition of non-traditional botanicals by Sara Gilbert and expressive landscapes by John Hopkins will be on exhibit at Enderlin Gallery.

HOT TIME IN THE OLD TOWN
February 22, 2007
Paprika opens the Roxbury Winter Carnival

Dervish to perform at RAG March 9th
February 21, 2007
The Roxbury Arts Group has established a reputation for the place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the highest level of Celtic music performance.

Writers in the Mountains Announce Class Schedule for Spring and Summer
February 20, 2007
Writers in the Mountains, a local writing group whose mission is to provide a nurturing environment for the practice, appreciation and sharing of creative writing, has announced it’s schedule of classes for the spring and summer of 2007.

Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand Brings Congress to Our Corner
February 15, 2007
Gillibrand visits Margaretville

Strolling Gourmands
February 15, 2007
A Moveable Feast in Roxbury has diners moving about town.

BABY, it’s cold outside
February 15, 2007
Romantic Surrey rides are all the rage for the newly engaged and long time wed.

Writers in the Mountains Read Aloud
February 12, 2007
Participants in Writers in the Mountains recent workshops will be presenting their works to the public on Sunday afternoon, February 25

Busy Workshop Schedule at RAG for March and April
February 12, 2007
The Roxbury Arts Group announces a busy schedule of classes and workshops during the months of March and April.

Whet Paint Reunion at RAG
February 12, 2007
On Saturday, March 3, Whet Paint Reunion, will open an exhibition of works by over thirty of the talented and dedicated artists involved with the Whet Paint fund raiser.

Writers in the Mountains offers Playwriting Workshops and Classes
February 12, 2007
Writers in The Mountains (WIM) is offering its popular 10-Minute Playwriting workshops in March.

Saturday's Moveable Feast lets you sample the diversity of Roxbury dining!
Feb 6, 2007
The proprietors of the Public Lounge, East Branch and Oasis Coffee and Tea serve a feast.

Water Works
January 29, 2007
RCS seventh graders and Pink Elephant preschoolers learned about water, aquatic ecosystems in the Catskills and how important water management is

Roxbury Winter Carnival Schedule - February 17 - 24
January 23, 2007
Festivities abound with a different event almost every day

Ethan's freezin' for a reason!
January 21, 2007
Young activist helps seriously ill children have the time of their lives at Camp Sunshine: you can help him reach his goal.

Give your Valentine's the ultimate in romance: an historic surrey ride on February 10th
January 19, 2007
Book a special half-hour treat for your sweetheart on Saturday, Feb. 10. Make your reservations by February 1.

Having a fit can be fun this summer in Roxbury
January 18, 2006
Be a vintage "extra" in heritage tourism Saturday. Ever fancied being an extra in one of those elegant period dramas or time travel action movies?

Egg tempera demonstration at RAG, January 20
January 16, 2007
Artist Jane Carr will be in the Old Bank Gallery of The Roxbury Arts Group on Saturday, January 20 from 1-4 pm to demonstrate the technique of painting in egg tempera.

Show your neighborly-ness
January 10, 2007
In 2007 Roxbury will be applying for a Small Cities grant, and the broad support of Roxbury community members is more important than ever!

Catskill Center to Honor Helen Budrock - January 12
January 8, 2007
Honor and celebrate Helen’s great accomplishments over the last decade

Community Arts Funding Awards Announced by RAG
January 7, 2007
The Roxbury Arts Group announces that Community Arts Funding awards.

Jane Carr Work on Exhibit at RAG - January 13 through February 28
December 27, 2006
“Delaware County Pastoral” , works in egg tempera by Treadwell artist Jane Carr will be on exhibit at the Old Bank Gallery of The Roxbury Arts Group from January 13 through February 28

A Moveable Feast on December 30
December 19, 2006
On December 30, Public Lounge, The East Branch, and Oasis Coffee and Tea team up to bring Roxbury a Moveable Feast.

RCS Elementary School Concert
December 13, 2006
The RCS Elementary School Wrap Up with photo gallery

SANTA HITS THE SLOPES! on December 16 & 17
December 7, 2006
Grab your skis, your snowboard and your wishlist and hit the slopes of Plattekill Mountain this weekend, December 16-17 as Santa Claus hits the slopes of Plattekill Mountain!

A-Caroling We Go!
Decmber 5, 2006
Santa and his elf led eight horse drawn caroling coach trips down Roxbury's Main street.

HO-HO-HO-Holidays!
December 5, 2006
Roxbury Library’s Holiday Bazaar, where Santa filled his list with special requests and took home a hug.

Learning How the Water Comes and Flows
December 5, 2006
Pre-school scholars from Pink Elephant and Roxbury seventh-grade Life Science students are teaming up this year to learn all about the watershed with a "galoshes-on" approach.

Reception and Sale of Dolls and Wire Toys from the Orphans of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe on December 8
December 4, 2006
Enjoy a remarkable exhibit of handmade toys created by the orphan children of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

Shop til you . . . sing! Roxbury offers something for everyone on your list
November 28, 2006
Holiday shopping in the historic hamlet of Roxbury

Give the Gift of History and Romance! 
November 28, 2006
Nothing says holiday romance like an elegant and cozy horse drawn carriage ride under the winter stars.

Argentinian BBQ Dinner at Public on December 8
November 27, 2006
Public Lounge is holding an Argentinian Dinner on Friday, December 8 to assist 2 of Roxbury's students with the expenses for their trip to Argentina.

Share some Christmas cheer with your community this year
November 14, 2006
You too can be the magical ingredient of the holidays for Roxbury families

RAG WELCOMES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
November 13, 2006
The Roxbury Arts Group Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Kenny as new Executive Director.

Ho ho ho and a merry jingle to you — join the fun on December 2!
November 10, 2006
Who needs Rockefeller Center when you have your very own Caroling Coach?

CROP Students Fund Raise for New Shed and Tools
November 9, 2006
Roxbury’s fourth-graders are running a fund-raiser to help replace the garden implements lost in time for spring planting and early garden work.

Roy Cammer milks Catskills farm life coming and going
November 9, 2006
Roy Cammer retires from the Manhattan Country School after 13 years

Song Swap on December 2 at Oasis
November 9, 2006
A song swap (or song circle) is a musical get-together at a central location where everyone sits around an imaginary campfire and takes turns choosing music to play.

Partners in Art Exhibit at RAG
November 8, 2006
Works by Marilyn Silver and her partner, Edward Cheng will be on exhibit in the Old Bank Gallery of The Roxbury Arts Group from November 18 through December 24. There will be an opening reception on Saturday, November 18th from 4-6 pm.

AT YOUR SERVICE
November 6, 2006
Debbie Cammer Retries after 35 years at the Post Office.

KUDOS TO JENNY!
November 6, 2006
Among the 2006 honorees at this year’s Delaware County Historical Association’s annual meeting was our own Jenny Liddle, who has stepped down after seven years leading The Roxbury Arts Group.

FELTING WORKSHOPS on November 11
Saturday, November 11th
The days are still warm, but the holidays are coming. On Saturday, November 11, noted fabric artist Jill Cline will lead two workshops in the art of felting from wool that will help everyone in the family get ready for the season.

Reception for Jenny Liddle at RAG
November 6, 2006
Nearly 100 people gathered in the Hilt Kelly Hall of the Roxbury Arts Group on Sunday, November 5, to say good-bye to Executive Director Jenny Liddle.

Roxbury Baby Launches Web Site
November 2, 2006
Roxbury Baby has launched their web site allowing for online shopping and shipping.

Writers in the Mountains Announces its Winter/Spring/Summer 2007 Program of Classes
November 1, 2006
Writers in the Mountains has announced its upcoming schedule of classes. They encompass a range from journaling to journalism.

RCS Annual Halloween Parade
November 1, 2006
Kindergarten through Sixth grade dressed up Main Street. Photo Gallery.

CROP Bench Dedication
November 1, 2006
The perfect day to dedicate the benches and table set graciously donated to Main Street's CROP garden by Joseph and Lorraine Monteleone, in memory of their son, Matthew.

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