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February 2012
Rockland County Calendar of Events
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Self Help Tax Program Feb 1 - April 11
A new self-help tax preparation program for all ages, Free Assisted Self-Service Tax (FAST) Preparation, will be offered at the Nanuet Library, 149 Church Street, Nanuet, during the 2012 tax filing season. The program is available Wednesdays, Feb 1 – April 11 from 10AM – 2PM. Co-located with the traditional AARP Tax Aide tax program, FAST will offer free tax preparation for workers and working families with incomes up to $57,000 and those eligible for the Earned Income Credit.
For more information residents can call 1-888-AARP-NOW or at www.aarp.org .
Friday Feb 3rd, 2012
TUSK The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute
9:00pm $29.00 468 Piermont Ave
TUSK The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute plays note perfect renditions (www.FleetwoodMacTribute.com) of all of your favorite Fleetwood Mac
Songs, Dreams, Little Lies, Hold Me, Rhiannon, Big Love, Over My Head, Oh Well
and many more! This is the nations BEST Fleetwood Mac tribute! Blue Raven Entertainment
468 piermont Ave. Piermont NY 10968 845-359--3219 Turning Point Cafe
Fridays Feb 3, 17,
Free A Taste of Shabbat
Time:10:45 am Free
JCC of Rockland 450 West Nyack Road
Parenting and kids will welcome and
celebrate Shabbat at the JCC. We will sing songs with isreal emissary and
resident guiter player, Daniel Sonnenschein, share stories, and make crafts.
jccrockland.org 845-362-4400 ext 103
Friday, Feb. 3
Suzanne Vega in Concert
8pm
Rockland Community College Cultural Arts Center
145 College RD., Suffern, NY
Grammy award winner Suzanne Vega is widely regarded as one of the greatest singer/songwriters of her generation. This intimate evening includes everything from her hits "Luka" and "Tom's Diner", to her latest songs.
Tickets are $35-$45. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www.artsrock.org.
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Sat. Feb 4
Palisades Indoor Winter Farmers’ Market (9:00 am - 1:00pm)
675 Oak Tree Rd, Palisades, NY,
The Farmers’ Market is held in the Palisades Community Center, located in a charming 1870 schoolhouse. Many of our vendors are returning and we welcome a few new ones:The Orchards of Concklin, Pura Vida Fisheries, Gajeski Produce, Balthazar Bakery, Dines Farm, Fontanarosa gourmet pastas and sauces, Marika’s Sweet and Savory, Grounded Coffee, Coach Farm Goat products, The Pie Lady & Son, Madura Farm mushrooms and sprouts, and Cascade Mt Winery.
In addition, there will be guest vendors throughout the season and Jim the knife sharpener will attend the first Saturday of the month.
GRAND OPENING!
Congers Ice Skating Rink! (4:00 pm - 9:00pm)
Congers Lake Memorial Park, 6 Gilchrest Rd., Congers, NY 10920
The Town of Clarkstown is opening its ice skating rink. This ice skating rink uses “synthetic ice” that has been put down at the roller rink at Congers Lake Memorial Park. Free Admission for Clarkstown Residents. Small fee for non residents.. Contact the Town of Clarkstown Parks and Recreations for further information, (845)639-6200.
NIGHT IN VEGAS (7:00 pm - 11:00pm)
The Crowne Plaza, 3 Executive Boulevard, Suffern, NY 10901
This year’s gala will take place on February 4, 2012, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Montebello, New York beginning at 7:00pm in the ballroom. To bring together our schools and the Ramapo Central community, the Reach Foundation will be hosting “A NIGHT IN VEGAS” evening which includes a sumptuous buffet. Participants will enjoy playing a variety of games to win fabulous prizes. In past years, prizing has included flat screen tv’s, small appliances, trips and tickets to Broadway and local sporting events. For further information, please call 845-664-2994.
The REACH Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that raises funds to support innovative educational programs for students and the community at large. One hundred percent of the net proceeds of this evening benefit innovative programs within the district via grants.
“Almost, Maine” Performed at Elmwood Playhouse (8:00 pm - 10:00pm)
Elmwood Playhouse, 10 Park St., Nyack, NY
“Almost Maine” written by JOHN CARIANI and Directed by ALISON COSTELLO. In a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the starfilled sky above. Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend - almost - in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.
ALL SEATS ARE GENERAL ADMISSION Adult: $21.00 Senior & Student: $18.00 except Saturday
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Sunday, Feb 5 - GO GIANTS!
Stony Point Seals Polar Plunge On SUPER BOWL SUNDAY'
Date: Sunday, February 05, 2012 At 11:00 AM
The 13th annual polar plunge benefits 5 yrs old Brandon Hernandez, who at the age of 3 months had his first heart transplant. Since than has been in and out of hospital. Super Bowl Sunday at the Grassy Point Seawall Stony Point, come take the plunge or sponsor your favorite seal. please visit the new web page www.stonypointseals.com , which now has paypal to donate.
A Celebration of Black Poetry (3:00 pm - 5:00pm)
Nyack Village Theatre 94 Main St. Nyack, NY 10960
In celebration of Black History Month Richard Quinn & Sam Waymon present: “A Celebration of Black Poetry”. Featuring the works of Nikki Giovanni, James Baldwin, Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston and many more.
Performance Dates:
Friday February 3rd at 8:00pm | Sunday February 5th at 3:00pm
Friday February 25th at 8:00pm | Friday February 26th at 3:00pm
Tickets $15.00 online @ www.nyackvillagetheatre.com
"Typical Music" (4:00 pm - 5:30pm)
GraceMusic 130 First Avenue, Nyack, NY 10960
Three musicians form this anything-but-typical ensemble: violinist Todd Reynolds, pianist Vicky Chow and cellist Ashley Bathgate: all vital parts of the Bang on a Can Collective. They cross boundaries of genre and format in electrifying solos, duos and trios from the 20th and 21st c.
Presented at Poisson Rouge, the Guggenheim Museum and Rockport Music - check them out at http://typicalmusic.org
Traditional Irish Music Session at Emmett’s Castle (5:00 pm - 8:00pm)
Emmett's Castle at Blue Hill, 285 Blue Hill Road, Pearl River, NY 10965
Join us every Sunday for our Traditional Irish music session open to anyone that would like to participate. Whether you are a beginner, an experienced musician, or simply like to listen, please come join us for a fine Sunday evening filled with our favorite Irish tunes. Our dining room is open serving a broad selection of food, including pub fare.
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Thurs, Feb 9
Relay For Life of Rockland County
The American Cancer Society is hosting a kickoff event on the evening at the Comfort Inn & Suites, 425 East Rt. 59 in Nanuet. Dinner will be served at 6PM and will include a short program featuring a guest speaker. The event is open to anyone with an interest in participating in the Relay For Life in Rockland County. Those interested in attending should RSVP to the American Cancer Society at 845-440-2521
Sat. Feb 11
Beginner Adult Watercolor Painting --- "Watercolor Painting Made EZ! "
(Space is limited. Now registering for: Feb 11 & 12)
Have you tried painting in Watercolor and found it frustrating or impossible?
Have you taken some lessons and still feel lost and confused?
Have you always wanted to learn how to paint in Watercolor but don't have time for weekly classes? This two day workshop is the answer! In this workshop you will learn how much fun and how easy watercolor painting is! Taught since 1998, the NY Arts Alive step by step teaching method has been a great success for students of all ages and abilities! You will paint several beautiful and frameable watercolor paintings in class as you learn basic watercolor techniques. The workshop includes all the supplies you will need to use in class and take home with you so you can continue painting on your own! For complete info visit: NYArtsAlive.com
Coffee Cafe / Open Mic (7:00 pm - 9:00pm)
Stony Point Presbyterian Church, 125 West Main Street, Stony Point, NY 10980
This is an informal open mic night to share music, food and fun. It is held on the second Saturday of every month and starts at 7 pm, performers may sign up at 6:30 pm. There is a suggested donation of $5 which includes coffee/tea desserts and live entertainment. All procceds to benefit local community projects.
For more information contact us at Mower943@aol or purrplpatty@msn.com
Sun. Feb 12
Memories of You (2:00 pm - 4:00pm)
New City Library, 220 North Main Street New City, NY
Sounds of doo-wop a cappella will bring back memories of songs from the ‘50s and ‘60s.
Thursday, Feb 16
Blood Drive in memory of Jimmy McNicholas
The Stony Point PBA is sponsoring a Blood Drive in memory of Jimmy McNicholas. RHO Bldg.at Patriot Hills, 5 Clubhouse Lane in Stony Point from 3-9PM. For more information or to make an appointment please call 786-2422.
Sunday, Feb 19
"EZ Learn To Draw" For Beginner Adults (12:00 pm - 3:00pm)
Do you have drawing anxiety? Can’t draw a straight line? Afraid to tackle complex objects? In this AMAZING 3- hour workshop you will learn a series of techniques that will allow you to draw anythng you can see! Regardless how easy or complex the subject is! Amaze yourself, your family and friends with your drawing skills! Guaranteed!
Sketching/Drawing Kit and Sketch Book included for you to use in class and keep!Limited to 5 students. Visit www.NYArtsAlive.com for more information
Saturday, Feb 25
Trip to the New York Historical Society
The Historical Society of Rockland is sponsoring a daytrip to tour The New York Historical Society. Guests will take a private guided tour of the highlights of the museum, as well as a luncheon at Caffe Storico and other activities. The bus trip is $89 per person ($79 for HSRC Members) and includes museum and tour admissions, Lunch and transportation. Space is limited and reservations are required. For more information and reservations call 634-9629 or visit www.rocklandhistory.org .
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Sterling Forest State Park
Calendar of Events: February 2012
Sterling Forest Gardens: Sunday, February 5th at 1 PM
Join Doc Bayne and relive the Sterling Forest Gardens that brought Sterling Forest to life. This presentation will be about 2 hours long and keep you amazed at what once attracted millions of people to Sterling Forest.
Guest Lecturer - Kenneth Lifshitz: Sunday, February 12th at 1PM
The author will be reading excerpts from his recently released book to be followed by a general discussion of the events leading up to the battle of Fort Montgomery October 6th, 1777 and the various personalities involved.
History of Sterling Forest: Sunday, February 19th at 1 PM
Doc Bayne will bring alive the history of Sterling Forest in a Power Point presentation. The presentation will pick up at the Ramapo Ore takeover of Sterling and continue to 2012. The lecture will be about one hour and after the lecture we will hike to some of the locations revealed in the talk.
Camps of Harriman: Presented at The Tuxedo Historic Society.
Thursday, February 23rd at 7 PM
Sue Scher will present a fascinating history of the camps of Harriman State Park (Call Tuxedo Historical Society 845 351-2926, 7 Hospital Rd, Tuxedo Park)
Fungi of the Palisades Parks: Saturday, February 25th at 1 PM
Come join Ray Clyne, an amateur mycologist and F.S.F and P.I.P.L.O.N member, in an informative Power Point presentation exploring some of the many different species of fungi found in the Palisades Park region and their role in our daily lives, as well as their role in the forest ecosystem. (1 hour approximately)
Registration is required for all programs. For more information or to register, call 845-351-5907.
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March 2012 Upcoming Events
March 4, 2012
Harlem Wizards 5oth Anniversary Tour
2pm$10-$1549 Viola Rd
$10-$1549 Viola RdHilarious & high-flying entertainment basketball!
Cherry Lane Elementary PTA
one Heather Ln, Suffern, NY
http://sc.ramapocentral.org/education/dept/dept.php?sectionid=670
Suffern, NYHarlemWizards.com800-367-7213
HarlemWizards.com800-367-7213WizardsTicketrs@InternetworkMedia.com
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ON-Going Activities: Please register, call or email them before
attending to confirm.
Step-by-Step Art Classes at Arts Alive in Nanuet, NY -
36th Annual Miniature, Dollhouse and Art Exhibition (12:00 pm - 4:00pm)
Historical Society of Rockland. 20 Zukor Rd., New City, NY
The Historical Society of Rockland County proudly announces the return of the ever-popular annual exhibition: The 36th Annual Miniature, Dollhouse & Art Exhibition. The exhibition will showcase the work of miniature artists, fine artists, quilters and dollhouse creators! The exhibition will be curated by Joanne Potanovic.
As this is a fund-raising exhibition, suggested admission will be $7.00 for adults and $3 for members,
seniors and children under 12 (children under 3 are free). Please check our website often for events
that will be offered throughout the run of this exhibition—and as more information becomes available: www.rocklandhistory.org
As has been an ongoing tradition, The Historical Society is also delighted to announce
our annual raffle! Three lovely miniatures will be offered as prizes.
Tickets will be available throughout the duration of the exhibition!
For more information, call the Historical Society of Rockland County at
845-634-9629 or visit www.rocklandhistory.org.
BINGO - Beth Am Temple, 60 East Madison Avenue in Pearl River will
have the following events: Beth Am Temple hosts BINGO every
Wednesday evening. Doors open at 6:30PM and games start at
7:30PM. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments.
For information on all events call 735-5858 or visit the Temple at www.BethAmTemple.org .
OPEN MIC - On-Going Saturday Nights
The 2nd Saturday of Every Month - 7PM
This is an informal open mic night to share music, food and fun.
Held at Stony Point Presbyterian Church, 125 W. Main St., Stony Point.
Performers may sign up at 6:30 pm. There is a suggested donation of
$5 which includes coffee/tea, desserts and live entertainment. Proceeds
to benefit local community projects. For more info contact
purrplpatty@msn.com or mower943@aol.com. Tel. 845-786-2237. This event is co-sponsored by Central Presbyterian
Church in Haverstraw, NY.
Orangetown - Edward Hopper’s Backyard Exhibit (1:00 pm - 4:00pm)
The DePew House, 196 Blaisdell Rd, Orangeburg, NY
Exhibit is open Tuesdays 10 - 2 pm; Sundays 1 - 4pm
A historic snapshot of the surrounding area formative to Edward Hopper’s early years.
Featuring objects, photographs and personalities of the late Victorian Era in
Orangetown. The spectacular light off of the Hudson River was to follow Hopper
throughout his creative life as he developed his particular aesthetic and came
to be known as the most American of painters.
The Rockland County Guidance Center, 2 New Hempstead Road in
New City offers the following Free programs:
FREE: If you would like to improve your computer skills, come to our Computer Lab.
We teach Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access(For Women in Transition* Only)
Day and Evening Classes available.*(Widowed, divorced, separated, abandoned, single parent or if spouse is unemployed.)
FREE: If you would like to learn computer programs in Microsoft Word and Excel,
The Rockland County Guidance Center is offering classes at The Martin Luther
King Center, 110 Bethune Blvd in Spring Valley. (For Women in Transition* Only)
Spring Evening Classes available.*(Widowed, divorced, separated, abandoned,
single parent or if spouse is unemployed.)
"Be On The Cutting Edge Of Your Job Search" Series: Wednesdays 6:30-8PM
Call 683-5666 for information on all programs.
Nyack Toastmasters provides a fun, low-pressure environment where adults
can enhance their communication and presentation skills. Members build their
confidence by practicing before an audience of friendly and supportive peers.
Toastmasters learn by doing, polishing their own skills by helping others to
improve as well. Nyack Toastmasters meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays
at 7:00 to 8:30PM in the Nyack Library, 59 South Broadway in Nyack.
Call 358-1175 or 548-1769 for more info.
Guests are always welcome.
The Association for the Visually Impaired is seeking volunteers to assist blind and visually impaired clients residing in Rockland County. Activities include providing
transportation, grocery shopping, reading mail, or companionship.
Contact Carolyn at 355-6119.
The New City office of the Alzheimer's Association sponsors
Family Support Groups:
The first group meets on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month from
6:30pm-8pm at Sunrise Senior Living, 233 N. Main St. in New City.
For more info, call 639-6776.
The second group meets at the Pearl River United Methodist Church
at the Corner of Franklin & John Streets in Pearl River on the last
Tuesday of each month from 7:30pm-9pm. For more info, call 735-5368 or 639-6776.
The third group meets every Wednesday afternoon from 1-3pm at Meals on Wheels,
121 W Nyack Rd in Nanuet. Registration is required. For more info, call 639-6776.
The fourth group, which is the Association's Spanish group, meets on the 1st
Wednesday of each month from 7pm-9pm at the Community Action of
Partnership of Rockland (CAPROC) offices, 37 Clove St in Haverstraw. For more info, call 639-6776.
HANDS (Healing And Nurturing Distraught Survivors), 9 Scott Dr.
in New City, sponsors a free bereavement support group for
parents who lost a child. It meets on the 1st Wednesday and 3rd
Tuesday of each month from 6:30-8pm. There are also 10 week group
sessions available for the newly bereaved. Also, a Grieving Fathers Group
is now established for fathers who lost their sons. Call 634-6706 for further
information. Finally, a Widows and Widowers Group has also been established,
with meetings taking place every Monday night. For more info, call Ann Carucci at 634-6706.
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