Thursday, October 15, 2026 — Weather Advisory for Friday, October 16 HANCOCK, NY — Residents of Hancock and surrounding communities in Delaware County, NY, and northeastern Pennsylvania should prepare for the possibility of strong to severe thunderstorms on Friday afternoon and early evening, October 16.
According to weather information provided to Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce from the National Weather Service, showers are expected to move into the region Thursday night and continue into Friday morning, with periods of heavier rainfall possible.
A break in the rain late Friday morning or early afternoon could allow temperatures to rise and increase atmospheric instability ahead of an approaching cold front.
The primary concern is damaging wind gusts, particularly if a line of strong thunderstorms develops and moves west to east across the Southern Tier and northeastern Pennsylvania.
An isolated, brief tornado cannot be completely ruled out, although the tornado threat for the Southern Tier is currently considered low. The greater concern remains farther south in northeastern Pennsylvania.
What Residents Should Know:
- Thursday night into Friday morning: Periods of rain, with locally heavy downpours possible.
- Friday afternoon into early evening: Potential for strong to severe thunderstorms and damaging wind gusts.
- Primary hazards: Strong winds, falling branches, possible power outages and localized heavy rainfall.
- Tornado potential: Low in the Hancock area, but not zero.
Safety Recommendations
Residents are encouraged to secure loose outdoor items, charge mobile devices, allow extra travel time during heavy rain and remain alert for changing conditions.
If a Severe Thunderstorm Warning or Tornado Warning is issued, seek shelter inside a sturdy building and stay away from windows.
This is an advance weather alert, not an announcement that a Severe Thunderstorm Warning or Tornado Warning is currently in effect for Hancock.
For official weather alerts and updates, visit:
National Weather Service: https://www.weather.gov/bgm/
NOAA Storm Prediction Center: https://www.spc.noaa.gov/
Community weather information provided for residents and visitors through the Hancock NY App. Forecast conditions and storm timing may change.











Come on out for a delicious community dinner, enjoy some great food, and maybe even meet some new faces! ❤️
📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 St. Paul’s Father Rausch Hall
316 West Main St., Hancock
Menu:
🍗 Chicken Marsala
🍆 Eggplant Parm
🥖 Baked Ziti
🍖 Roast Loin of Pork
🍤 Shrimp Cocktail
🥦 Veggies
🥗 Salad
🍰 Dessert
Takeout will be available at 6:15 PM, while quantities last.
This community supper is FREE and hosted by the Gather & Feast Mens Group with the Food Prepared by the James Serio Team of Keller Williams.
Bring your family, bring a friend, and come enjoy a meal with the community. Everyone is welcome! ❤️




Celebrate the history, heritage, and hard work that helped build Hancock and the Upper Delaware at the Bluestone & Logging Festival! Sponsored in part by our sister location the Fish Whistle Trading Post!
📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Hancock Town Square
20 East Main Street, Hancock, NY
Spend the day discovering two industries that have played an important role in our region’s history — bluestone quarrying and logging — with demonstrations, exhibits, local stories, and family fun.
🪨 Bluestone demonstrations & displays
🪓 Logging exhibits & local history
🐐 Petting Zoo by Klondike Farms
🌲 Heritage displays & demonstrations
👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly activities
🍔 Food & refreshments available
Bring the family, meet the people who continue these local traditions, and learn more about the industries and generations of hardworking people who helped shape Hancock and the surrounding region.
⭐ Platinum Sponsor
A very special thank you to Bisbee Lumber & Supply — A Trini Solutions Company for serving as our Platinum Sponsor and helping make this community celebration possible.
Thank You to Our Sponsors:
Johnston & Rhodes • Little Italy II • Sidney Federal Credit Union • Little Acres Homemade Goods • Klondike Farms • Fish Whistle Trading Post • Town of Hancock • Farm Credit East • Delaware County Economic Development • Siegler Family • Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce
📍 Saturday, August 15 | 10 AM–4 PM
📍 Hancock Town Square
See the past. Honor the legacy. Keep it alive.
#HancockNY #BluestoneFestival #LoggingFestival #Catskills #UpperDelaware #HancockNewYork #VisitHancockNY #FamilyFun #LocalHistory #Bluestone #Logging #WesternCatskills

**NBT Bank's Hancock branch is holding a Back-to-School Supply Drive now through August 19th!**
Community members are invited to donate new school supplies to help local students start the upcoming school year with the tools they need to succeed.
**Suggested donations include:**
• Backpacks
• Notebooks & binders
• Pencils & pens
• Crayons & markers
• Highlighters
• Glue & glue sticks
• Scissors
• Folders and other classroom essentials
📍 **Drop-Off Location:**
NBT Bank — 11 E Main Street Hancock, NY 13783
As you can see, the collection is already off to a wonderful start — but there's still time to help fill the table!
Whether you donate a backpack, a box of crayons, or a few notebooks, **every contribution adds up and helps a local student begin the school year prepared and confident.**
📅 **Donations accepted through Wednesday, August 19th.**
A big thank you to the team at NBT Bank and everyone in our community who has already contributed!
❤️ **Hancock takes care of Hancock. Let's help our students have a great start to the school year!**
#HancockNY #BackToSchool #SchoolSupplyDrive #NBTBank #SupportLocalStudents #HancockCommunity #DelawareCountyNY #WesternCatskills

Due to the threat of inclement weather, tonight's 6:00 PM concert by The Ollis Family has been moved indoors to East Branch Community Church. The concert is NOT canceled—only the location has changed to ensure a safe and enjoyable evening for everyone.
📅 Tonight – Sunday, August 2, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 New Location:
East Branch Community Church
Church Street
East Branch, NY 13756
Join us for an evening of uplifting gospel music, faith, family, and fellowship in the comfort of the church. We appreciate everyone's understanding and flexibility as we adjust to the weather, and we look forward to seeing you this evening.
🌧️ If you plan to attend, please drive safely and allow extra travel time if weather conditions are poor.
Thank you for supporting this wonderful community event, and thank you to The Ollis Family and East Branch Community Church for making tonight's concert possible. We hope to see you at 6:00 PM! 🎶🙏
Good morning and Happy Saturday to Hancock NY! Due to the significant rainfall and weather conditions we've experienced over the past week, today's Greater Hancock Area Farmer's Market & Crafts Fair will look a little different than usual on this beautiful Summer Saturday!
Unfortunately, there will be no live music today, and we expect a smaller number of vendors this week as some of our farmers, artisans, and small businesses continue recovering from the recent weather impacts. We apologize for the inconvenience, but we need to give many of them impacted by recent tornadoes and flooding all our love and support as they get back on their feet this week! Please check on your local farms and neighbors and lend a hand to those in need and impacted. We appreciate your understanding and encourage everyone to come out and support the vendors who are able to attend. Every purchase makes a difference to our local farms, craftspeople, and small businesses.
At the same time, we're excited to welcome participants and visitors for the 27th Annual Quarry Run Dual Sport Event, hosted by the Hancock Fire Department and Bear Creek Sportsmen. This annual tradition brings riders from across the Northeast to experience the incredible scenery and hospitality of the Hancock area.
🚨 Please Drive Carefully This Weekend
With hundreds of motorcycles traveling to and from Firemen's Field and along designated event routes, we ask everyone to:
🏍 Be alert for motorcycles entering and leaving roadways.
🚗 Slow down and use extra caution near intersections and event crossings.
🚧 Respect any temporary traffic controls, road crossings, and event personnel.
🤝 Help us give our guests a warm welcome, while keeping everyone safe.
To all of our Quarry Run riders and visitors—welcome to Hancock! We hope you enjoy your weekend exploring our beautiful community, supporting our local businesses, and experiencing one of the Northeast's premier dual sport events.
Thank you to our market vendors, volunteers, the Hancock Fire Department, Bear Creek Sportsmen, and everyone helping make this weekend a success despite the challenging weather.
Have a safe and enjoyable weekend, and thank you for supporting Hancock! 🏍️🌽🛍️❤️



HAPPENING NOW - SAT JULY 18TH
🚗🔥 THE CARS. THE BBQ. THE MUSIC. THE SUMMER TRADITION IS BACK! 🔥🚗
Join us for one of the largest and most anticipated community events of the summer as the 3rd Annual Mid-Summer BBQ Cook-Off & Car Show returns to beautiful Hancock Town Square!
📅 Saturday, July 18, 2026 ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 📍 Hancock Town Square Located at 20 East Main Street Hancock, NY 13783
Spend the day surrounded by incredible vehicles, the aroma of championship barbecue, live music, local shopping, and small-town hospitality in the Gateway to the Upper Delaware. 🚗 Car Show 🏆 Awards for Best in Show and other featured categories!
Watch local pit masters fire up the grills and compete for bragging rights, trophies, and the title of BBQ Champion!
🎶 Live Entertainment: 🎸 John Gillispie • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 🎸 Boatyard Band • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🛍 Plus Enjoy - 🍔 Delicious food vendors 🛍 Farmers Market & Craft Vendors 👨👩👧 Family-friendly activities 🌳 Beautiful Hancock Town Square
Now in its third year, this event is expected to welcome more than 3,500 visitors from across the Catskills, Southern Tier, Upper Delaware Valley, and beyond. Whether you're entering a vehicle, competing in the cook-off, shopping with local vendors, or simply enjoying a summer day with family and friends, there's something for everyone.
🚗 Bring your classic. 🍖 Bring your appetite. 🎶 Bring your lawn chair.
We'll see you in Hancock for a day filled with great food, great music, incredible vehicles, and unforgettable memories! Admission of car is just $10, with 100% of proceeds benefiting a local charity.
There are still a few vendor and car show spaces available. Contact Paul Siegler Chamber President and Organizer of the Greater Hancock Farmers Market & Craft Fair for registration at president@hancock-newyork.com. Bring your family and friends for a great day of food, fun, music, and community! Brought you by the Greater Hancock area, Farmers Market and craft fair organization.

Kick off your Fourth of July celebration with a visit to the Greater Hancock Area Farmer's Market & Crafts Fair this Saturday, July 4th in beautiful Hancock Town Square, or if you are nearby don't forget to Go to the Lordville 4th of July Parade as well!
📅 Saturday, July 4
🕙 Farmers Market: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🎸 Live Music: John Gillispie • 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Hancock Town Square
20 East Main Street
Hancock, NY 13783
Spend the day browsing fresh local produce, handmade crafts, artisan goods, delicious food, and unique gifts while enjoying live music in the heart of one of New York's most charming small towns.
🎵 Featuring Live Music by John Gillispie
Relax with friends and family as John Gillispie performs a mix of crowd favorites from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
🛍 Shop Local
🥕 Fresh Produce
🧺 Handmade Crafts
🍔 Great Food
🎶 Live Music
❤️ Support Local Farmers & Small Businesses
🇺🇸 Make it a full day of celebration! After visiting the market, be sure to stop by the American Legion Post 289 at 210 Pennsylvanis Ave. and enjoy their America 250 Celebration tours taking place throughout the holiday weekend. It's a wonderful opportunity to honor our nation's history while celebrating with friends, neighbors, and visitors.
Bring the whole family and celebrate the spirit of community, local agriculture, and America's 250th Anniversary right here in Hancock!
We can't wait to see you on the Square!
#HancockNY #FarmersMarket #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #America250 #July4th #IndependenceDay #LiveMusic #CatskillsNY #UpperDelaware #GreaterHancock #VisitHancockNY #GatewayToTheUpperDelaware 🇺🇸🌽🎶


Join us in Hancock for a special evening of patriotic music as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with an outstanding performance by the French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts Concert Band.
📅 Friday, July 3, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Hancock Town Square
20 East Main Street
Hancock, NY 13783
This free community concert will feature talented young musicians from around the world performing patriotic favorites, American classics, and concert band selections under the direction of:
🎼 Dr. Joseph M. Bello
Colonel, United States Air Force (Ret.)
Former Conductor and Commander of the United States Air Force Band of Washington, D.C.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a memorable summer evening in the heart of Hancock as we kick off Independence Day weekend and celebrate 250 years of American history, music, service, and community.
⭐ Free Admission
⭐ Family-Friendly Event
⭐ Patriotic Music
⭐ World-Class Musical Leadership
⭐ Beautiful Outdoor Setting
Presented by:
French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts
In Partnership With:
Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce
Greater Hancock Area Farmer's Market & Crafts Fair
Hancock Partners, Inc.
Town of Hancock
Village of Hancock
🎆 Make it a Hancock Independence Day Weekend! Enjoy local dining, shopping, recreation, and community events throughout the holiday weekend.
#America250 #HancockNY #FrenchWoodsFestival #ConcertBand #LiveMusic #IndependenceDay #UpperDelaware #CatskillsNY #VisitHancockNY #PatrioticConcert #CommunityMusic #July4thWeekend #GatewayToTheUpperDelaware 🇺🇸🎶🎺

Join us in Hancock for a special evening of patriotic music as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with an outstanding performance by the French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts Concert Band.
📅 Friday, July 3, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Hancock Town Square
20 East Main Street
Hancock, NY 13783
This free community concert will feature more than 55 talented student musicians and professional staff from the internationally acclaimed French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts.
Under the direction of:
🎼 **Dr. Joseph M. Bello, USAF (Ret.)**
Former Member of the United States Air Force Band of Washington, D.C.
Enjoy an inspiring evening of patriotic favorites, American classics, and concert band selections as we kick off Independence Day weekend and celebrate 250 years of American history, service, and community.
⭐ More than 55 Student Musicians & Staff
⭐ Free Admission
⭐ Family-Friendly Event
⭐ Patriotic Music
⭐ Beautiful Outdoor Setting
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy one of Hancock's most cherished summer traditions in the heart of Town Square.
Presented by French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts in partnership with the Hancock Area Chamber of Commerce, Greater Hancock Area Farmer's Market & Crafts Fair, Hancock Partners, Inc., the Town of Hancock, and the Village of Hancock.
#America250 #HancockNY #FrenchWoodsFestival #ConcertBand #LiveMusic #IndependenceDay #UpperDelaware #CatskillsNY #VisitHancockNY #July4thWeekend #GatewayToTheUpperDelaware

