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Visitors Enjoy History Lesson At Storming Of Stony Point Reenactment Visitors Enjoy History Lesson At Storming Of Stony Point Reenactment
Visitors Enjoy History Lesson At Storming Of Stony Point Reenactment STONY POINT, N.Y. - Visitors to the Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site on Saturday got a history lesson, but in a way that was fun. The site hosted a reenactment of an 18th century military encampment to commemorate the daring midnight assault on the British fortifications at Stony Point in July 1779. Musket, artillery and marching demonstrations were staged, visitors talked to ladies, soldiers and craftsmen in 18th century attire, performing camp chores such as blacksmithing and cooking. Demonstrations were held on how wool is dyed and spun, and there were colonial games and w…

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by Skip Pearlman
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Balloon Animals, Children's Singer Come To West Nyack Free Library Balloon Animals, Children's Singer Come To West Nyack Free Library
Balloon Animals, Children's Singer Come To West Nyack Free Library WEST NYACK, N.Y. -- The Children's Room at The West Nyack Free Library is to host a pair of events on Tuesday, July 19.The first, at 4:30 p.m., is a balloon animal program geared toward children in third grade and higher, according to the library. Entertainer Mr. Kurt is to lead the program. At 7 p.m., children from pre-school to third grade are invited to attend a program by Danna Banana, an entertainer who performs an "interactive rhythm and melody show." Those wishing to attend either event should register in advance on the library's website. The Library can also be found on Fa…

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by James O'Rourke
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Adult Job Search, Networking Group NhN Meeting In Nanuet Adult Job Search, Networking Group NhN Meeting In Nanuet
Adult Job Search, Networking Group NhN Meeting In Nanuet NANUET, N.Y. – Networking group Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA (NhN) will host a meeting on Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Avalon Gardens Clubhouse in Nanuet. NhN is a weekly job search support and networking group based on a pay-it-forward model. Meetings are designed to help attendees advance their career including the unemployed, underemployed, recent college graduates, veterans and those preparing for a job change or in volunteer work. The meeting will be led by community volunteer Lisa Schuetz, and will offer job search strategies, support and networking opportunities. Click her…

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by Nicole Briggs
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Alzheimer's Association Plans Educational Events In Rockland Alzheimer's Association Plans Educational Events In Rockland
Alzheimer's Association Plans Educational Events In Rockland NANUET, N.Y. -- The Alzheimer's Association's Hudson Valley Chapter will host several free events in the coming weeks and months, beginning with a series of classes at the Nanuet Public Library.  The Nanuet Public Library will host the following classes on Wednesdays at 11 a.m.: July 27: “Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters”  Aug. 3: “The Basics: Memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease” Aug. 10: “Healthy living for your brain and body: Tips from the latest research” Nanuet Public Library is located at 179 Church St.  The Tappan Library at 93 Main St. will also present the &qu…

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by Frank Mojica
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Keith Urban Show On After PNC Arts Center Food Truck Fire Keith Urban Show On After PNC Arts Center Food Truck Fire
Keith Urban Show On After PNC Arts Center Food Truck Fire Keith Urban's show at the PNC Bank Center in Holmdel was going on as scheduled Saturday night despite an early-morning food truck fire, State Police said. "If you thought Keith Urban would be deterred from performing today due to the lack of delicious, savory shish kebabs, you were sadly mistaken," the NJSP wrote. "This morning at 5:30 a.m., a food truck that serves shish kebabs caught fire," State Police said in a release. "Holmdel FD arrived at the scene and extinguished the flames. "The preliminary investigation by NJSP Arson/Bomb Unit found nothing suspic…

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by Jerry DeMarco
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Six To Be Honored At July Rockland Independent Living Event Six To Be Honored At July Rockland Independent Living Event
Six To Be Honored At July Rockland Independent Living Event ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. — Rockland Independent Living Center (RILC) will celebrate the 26th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act on Friday, July 22.The group will celebrate the law signed by President George H. W. Bush with a breakfast honoring several Rockland County residents. The breakfast runs from 9-11 a.m. at the Casa Mia Manor House in Blauvelt. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) is a Federal civil rights law enacted to prohibit discrimination against persons with disabilities by places of public accommodation, state and local government entit…

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by Tom Renner
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Hopper House Movie Night In Nyack Features 'The Man Who Fell To Earth' Hopper House Movie Night In Nyack Features 'The Man Who Fell To Earth'
Hopper House Movie Night In Nyack Features 'The Man Who Fell To Earth' NYACK, N.Y. – The Edward Hopper House "Film in the Garden" night will screen "The Man Who Fell To Earth" featuring David Bowie on Saturday at 8 p.m. Directed by Nicolas Roeg, “The Man Who Fell To Earth” (1976, 2 hours 19 minutes, rated R) is about an extraterrestrial who crash lands on Earth seeking a way to ship water to his planet, which is suffering from a severe drought. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a film under the stars. Cost is $12 for general admission and $8 for Rivertown and Hopper House members. A rain date will take place Monday if necessary. Th…

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by Nicole Briggs
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Calling All Vendors For Dominican Sisters Of Blauvelt Fall Festival Calling All Vendors For Dominican Sisters Of Blauvelt Fall Festival
Calling All Vendors For Dominican Sisters Of Blauvelt Fall Festival ORANGETOWN, N.Y. -- A religious order in the hamlet of Blauvelt is seeking vendors for its fall festival. The Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt will host the annual event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24. Vendors can rent space for the day for $50. Since the event is rain or shine, no refunds will be given, the order said. Vendors also have to provide their own tables and canopies. Those selling food must provide proof of insurance with their applications. Checks can be made out to “Sisters of Saint Dominic” and mailed to: Jessica Lickun, Development Department, Sisters of Saint Do…

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by Carol Reif
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Nyack Fireworks Boost Local Economy Nyack Fireworks Boost Local Economy
Nyack Fireworks Boost Local Economy NYACK, N.Y. -- A crowd of approximately 20 families gathered on the dock at the end of Main Street, Nyack for their fix of fireworks this past Monday night to commemorate Independence Day, and they certainly weren’t alone. Anywhere in Nyack with a clear view of the southeast sky, people gathered to enjoy the show. This included Memorial Park, numerous docks on the Hudson, and even, for Nyack’s more ambitious Independence enthusiasts, the top of Hook Mountain. What's more, at least six other fireworks shows where visible while looking down and across the Hudson River during the event. All i…

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by Christian Halstead
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Nanuet Kicks Off July 4th Weekend With Music, Fireworks Nanuet Kicks Off July 4th Weekend With Music, Fireworks
Nanuet Kicks Off July 4th Weekend With Music, Fireworks NANUET, N.Y.- The Town of Clarkstown’s preemptive Fourth of July celebration on Thursday was a testament to the fact that for this community, Independence Day means so much more than fireworks. It means community togetherness. The event, which took place in the field between Nanuet High School and the George W. Miller Elementary School, featured bouncy attractions for children, food, a performance by local rock group The Mighty Spectrum Band, and, of course, an explosive fireworks show. For Eddie Courtney of The Mighty Spectrum Band, the event's success was plain to see before it even began…

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by Christian Halstead
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Make Your July 4 Pop With Rockland County's Holiday Festivities Make Your July 4 Pop With Rockland County's Holiday Festivities
Make Your July 4 Pop With Rockland County's Holiday Festivities ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- The holiday weekend is upon us and Rockland County, as always, is ablaze with fireworks festivities. What follows is a sampling of where to go for picnics and pyrotechnics and patriotic pride. Friday, July 1 Pomona: Head to Boulders Stadium for a game, live music, giveaways and fireworks starting at 7 p.m. July 1. The fun continues on July 2 and 3, with baseball games at 6:30 p.m. complete with fireworks. On Monday, July 4 the festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. for a game, hot dog eating contest, more giveaways, a post-game performance from the Ramsey Wind Symphony and…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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RCC Foundation Plans Golf Outing At Suffern's Spook Rock In August RCC Foundation Plans Golf Outing At Suffern's Spook Rock In August
RCC Foundation Plans Golf Outing At Suffern's Spook Rock In August RAMAPO, N.Y. -- The Rockland Community College Foundation's 33rd annual Scholarship Golf Outing and Dinner will be held Tuesday, Aug. 9, at the Spook Rock Golf Course in Suffern.The event will include a full round of golf and lunch at the Chalet, as well as dinner, raffles, auction items and many prizes awarded for play. The donation is only $199 per golfer for those who register before Monday. The donation after July 4 is $225 per golfer. Guests should call the RCC Foundation for reservations or information at 845-574-4576. The reservation form is available online. Sponsorship opportunit…

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by Ken Davis