A Walk on the Moon: In the Fan-Fare Nightclub

Borscht Belt Historical Marker Project

An exclusive screening of a classic Borscht Belt film in the iconic Hotel Evans nightclub!

712 Loch Sheldrake Hurleyville Rd

Join the <a href="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" title="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Borscht Belt Historical Marker Project</a> for the dedication of its 12th historic marker honoring Loch Sheldrake! The evening kicks off with a marker dedication ceremony at 6:00 p.m. at the corner of Route 52 and Loch Sheldrake Hurleyville Road.Afterward, meet us at Vacation Village (712 Loch Sheldrake-Hurleyville Rd), formerly known as the Evans Hotel. Enjoy a meal at the King of Delancey, then head to the iconic Fan-Fare Nightclub for a special screening of A Walk on the Moon!The highly praised film vividly portrays the lively culture of Catskill bungalow colonies, with the 1969 moon landing serving as its backdrop. Featuring Diane Lane, Liev Schreiber, Viggo Mortensen, and Tovah Feldshuh, the movie takes inspiration from bungalow colonies like Dr. Locker’s in Mountain Dale and Silverstein’s in Swan Lake, where screenwriter Pamela Gray spent her summers. *This project is made possible in part with funding from a Sullivan County Arts &amp; Heritage Grant, funded by the Sullivan County Legislature and administered by Delaware Valley Arts Alliance. ABOUT THE BORSCHT BELT HISTORICAL MARKER PROJECT:Established in August 2022, the <a href="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" title="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Borscht Belt Historical Marker Project</a> is a group of locals, artists &amp; historians dedicated to commemorating the history of the Borscht Belt. Our mission is to celebrate the era's impact on Jewish history, Catskill history and American culture via the creation of a large-scale historic marker trail. Our historic markers feature QR codes and photographs, creating an interactive experience for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. When complete the 20-marker trail will be united by a self-guided audio driving tour.The <a href="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" title="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Marker Project</a> is designed to engage both those who lived through the Borscht Belt era and those newly intrigued by it. Beyond guiding visitors through a literal roadmap of history, the Marker Project, along with its accompanying public programs rolled out at each historic marker dedication, fosters community engagement, a sense of social connection, and deepens the relationship citizens and visitors have with the region's vibrant past.Prior to our initiative, there were no historical markers commemorating the Borscht Belt era. As of now, we have established <a href="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" title="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">9</a> with plans to expand to <a href="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" title="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">15</a> by the end of 2025.<a href="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" title="https://borschtbelthistoricalmarkerproject.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Borscht Belt Historical Marker Project</a> goes beyond just markers. It includes a variety of initiatives such as film screenings, exhibitions, bus tours, and events celebrating authors, literature, comedy, music, and more. The project aims to be a fun, educational endeavor that invites people to experience the physical places tied to this history, while also promoting economic development and tourism throughout the region. ** This project is made possible with funds from the Sullivan County Arts and Heritage Grant, a regrant program of the Sullivan County Legislature and administered by Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.

Agenda

The ceremony begins at 6:00 p.m. at the corner of Route 52 and Loch Sheldrake Road, where we will unveil the new marker with remarks by Bruce Turiansky, grandson of Brown’s Hotel founders Lillian and Charles Brown, and by photographers Marisa Scheinfeld and Isaac Jeffreys. Film screening to follow. 

Historic Marker Dedication 

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime evening in Loch Sheldrake: We invite you to join us on Thursday, July 17th at 7:30 P.M. after we unveil our 12th historic marker and step into the untouched Fan-Fare Nightclub at Vacation Village (once the Evans Hotel) for an exclusive screening of A Walk on the Moon in a space that hasn’t changed since the Catskills’ heyday! 

Film Screening 

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