Reflections On Nature writing competition is an inaugural initiative of Deep Water Literary Festival, Black to Nature, The Amsterdam News, The Black Library and Catskill Mountainkeeper. This contest seeks to showcase the diversity and richness of narratives within the environmental and outdoor communities, promoting inclusivity and representation in these spaces. This year’s winners will be announced, and there will be select readings as well as a chance to see some of the artistic offerings from The Black Library of Monticello. The judges this year are Janus Adams, Aaron Robertson, Isadora Alteon and Nana Ekua Brew-Hammond.
Artwork by Gabby Jones courtesy of The Black Library
The indie/DIY corners of the publishing world play a pivotal role in shaping the current literary landscape. Come browse this selection of independent publishers, imprints, zine makers, artists and authors, and join us for curated reading of select works at 12:30pm.
Presented in association with The Narrowsburg Union and The Hound Books Roscoe.
Part of Ratty Books Children’s Programming
Join teacher Liana Rosenberg for a nature themed story reading and yoga practice inspired by the book. All ages but extra fun for 0-10. Bring the family!
Join us at various locations on Main Street for poetry, short readings, and refreshments as we celebrate the launch of Deep Water Literary Festival 2023.
5:00pm The Mildred Complex(ity), 37B Main St, Alastair Gordon discussing his exhibition Pattern Recognition 2.
5:30pm MayerWasner, 55 Main Street, with Sarah Mann, Sharon Kennedy Knolle, Meredith Moyer, and Stacy Wakefied.
5:45pm Krause Hall, Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, 37 Main St, Laurie A. Guzda, Elaine Leet, and Mike Vreeland read from Musings a collection of short stories written to inspire and delight. Bound together through a theme of “new beginnings”, these short stories feature 12 eclectic narratives by eight local authors.
DVAA, 2nd Floor Gallery THE OR-WALL Bring your creativity and imagination to this giant paper wall. Record your response to George Orwell quotes entrenched in modern literary thought. Draw, compose a poem, scribble your thoughts—whatever medium you choose. Share your creativity with other festival goers, as you reflect on Orwell’s words. Note: The Or-wall runs throughout the festival weekend.
6:15pm The Ruffed Grouse Gallery 144 Main St, with David Kenner, Paul Legault, and Zarah Cabañas. Plus art by Lucy Sante, David Kenner, and Dave Walsh.