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You Never Know Where You’ll See Rivertown from Athens to Northern Ireland. PARTY TIME - The legendary Union Restaurant celebrates its 10th anniversary..

HOLIDAY CRACKER - Coupe Dance Studio stages its marvelous presentation of the Nutcracker.

TOP NOTCH - Ramapo Oral and Maxillo Facial Surgery is the best n the county.

CELEBRATION - Farmers Insurance in Pearl River gives first-class treatment to its clientele.

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GREAT DEAL - A cute home in Nyack with more than 4

MEDICATION BREAKTHROUGH - That’s what you’ll find at the new Medwiz Pharmacy.

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CASTLE GIFT SHOW - The charity show at Lyndhurst Castle is a real Holiday treat.

STAR STRUCK - Find out why stars like Chita Rivera love Venus and Venom.

HOLIDAY HOTSPOT - The new Tappan Zee Liquor has great deals for the Holiday season.

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EYE ON THE PRIZE - Rockland Eye Physicians offer top

GETTING BETTER - Access Physical Therapy will help you get back in shape.

COUNTRY ESCAPE - You’ll love this extra-special home on a small island.

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CULTURE CLUB - The JCC is presenting an amazing lineup of arts, books and culture.

SCULPTURE KING - Find out why Eric David Laxman is getting such rave reviews.

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HISTORIC TREASURE - This beautiful home was built in

RUSTIC BEAUTY - Rockland Cemetery is a beautiful final resting place.

GORGEOUS LIVING - Beautiful home with wondeerful views.

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RIVER VIEWS - That’s what you’ll find at these two special condos on the river.

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Lost in America: Where do all the lost things go? That’s a question I’ve seen a lot on the internet lately. And as a crusading journalist I’m proud to say that I’ve got the answer. My search for the truth started by accident. I heard on TV about a man who put his lottery ticket safely away. When he found it, it was tucked in an old shirt. He’d quite forgotten about it. And the ticket was worth – wait for it - $24 million! So I suddenly reminded that my wife and I had been playing scratch-offs in bed the other night. No, scratch-offs aren’t some kinky fetish we cooked up. Candice and I lie in bed checking our lottery tickets. And I remembered that we had two winners. But where were the tickets now? That’s when I tackled the problems of our bed. As I may have mentioned before, my wife, who’s a top-quality interior designer, likes to pile the bed with colorful pillows. I understand that other wives do the same thing. All I have to say is, it’s very annoying when you’re making a bed. I have to rely on photographs taken of the perfect bed, to make sure I get it right. So that’s where our missing lottery tickets had to be. I started dismantling the bed fashionable pillow by fashionable pillow. Nothing there. But I did find an old pack of gum Then I started stripping the bed itself. Under the first layer I found our TV remote which had been missing for 24 hours. I took off the second sheet – and there was a box of Kleenex. Still more seartching uncovered the following: A credit card for an out-of-business bank, a pen, several quarters (for those scratch-offs), my glasses, two books and the previous day’s New York Times. Further digging discovered some underwear, a single sock and a woolly hat! But no lottery tickets. Then I dove under the bed – treasure trove. There was a half-eaten candy bar (from the night before), a toothbrush, my

old digital watch (now an antique), and, believe it or not, a four-inch high doll of Andy Warhol, which my wife found in an art gallery. And finally, there were the tickets. I anxiously rushed them down to the local store – and collected our winnings. Two dollars! That’s why they Call Me Crazy! Lost Joke: This story happened to a Scottish friend who lives in the wilds of the Highlands: As a bagpiper, I play many gigs. Recently I was asked by a funeral director to play at a graveside service for a homeless man. He had no family or friends, so the service was to be at a pauper’s cemetery in the back country. As I was not familiar with that area, I got lost and, being a typical man, I didn’t stop for directions. I finally arrived an hour late and saw the funeral guy had evidently gone and the hearse was nowhere in sight. There were only the diggers and crew left and they were eating lunch. I felt badly and apologized to the men for being late. I went to the side of the grave and looked down and the vault lid was already in place. I didn’t know what else to do, so I started to play. The workers put down their lunches and began to gather around. I played out my heart and soul for this man with no family and friends. I played like I’ve never played before for this homeless man. And as I played Amazing Grace, the workers began to weep. They wept, I wept, we all wept together. When I finished, I packed up my bagpipes and started for my car. Though my head hung low, my heart was full. As I opened the door to my car, I heard one of the workers say, “I never seen nothing like that before and I’ve been putting in septic tanks for twenty years.”

Phil Bunton

Rivertown

Gary’s Gutter Service Hero of the Month

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Rivertown magazine is published monthly by Nyack Rivertown LLC. It is distributed free throughout the Nyacks, Grand View, Piermont, Pearl River, Suffern, Spring Valley, Haverstraw, Tomkins Cove and throughout Rockland County, the Hudson Valley and New Jersey. Subscriptions are available for $29.50 a year. Send check to: Rivertown, 5 Edge Water Lane, Haverstraw, NY 10927. Editor & Publisher: Phil Bunton Advertising Executives: Diana McIntyre, Mona Cushnie-Walker. Reporters: Tom Riley, Murray Phillips. Art Directors: Arlene Levine-Roufa, Graham Carroll, Kay Kelvin. Contributing Photographers: Arnold Roufa, Daniel Spitzer. Columnists: Candice Boyle, Neal Deutsch, Dr. Joanne Gjelsten; Joe Lux; Frank Mancione; Nyack Wine Cellar Assistant to the Publisher: Barbara Sevier. Co-Founder: Shirley Bunton • Subscriptions: $29.50. Mail check to Rivertown, 5 Edge Water Lane, Haverstraw, NY 10927.

Rivertown Magazine and Gary’s Gutter Service Inc. is proud to announce Kim Cross, Executive Director of Nyack Center as its November “Hero of the Month.” This extraordinary champion of children, teens and mothers has devoted her life to community service. d The Nyack Center provides the lowest cost Before and After School Programs in the Hudson Valley so that parents can work during the day. The mission of the Nyack Center is to create connections across social, cultural and economic boundaries and to improve the life of all who live in the Nyack community. Kim Cross has been the Executive Director of the Nyack Center for 16 years. On an average day she has 150 kids in the Before and After School Programs. In the evenings she offers a Computer program from 5:30pm-8:30pm to children and teens and on Wednesdays, it is offered to families. In the summer Kim runs Camp Nyack for the Village for 131 Campers. This is a full time camp. She also has a Youth Enrichment where children and teens go hiking and participate in learning how a Recording Studio works. They are hard at work producing a CD as a Fundraiser. They are also planning a 5K Fundraising Run with the Rockland Road Runners. They also are involved in the Halloween Parade on October 28th. Afterwards they have a party for over 200 people. On November 4th Kim will be holding the Legacy Gala, their main fundraiser of the year. Annie Hekker Weiss & Paul Weiss are being honored at their 10th Annual Legacy Gala. Sue Smith and Jen Hatch are also being honored. Ned Kelly will be the Live Auctioneer. All are encourage to attend. An elegant Cocktail and Celebration will be held. You can also get your Holiday shopping on November 18th at an Arts & Craft Fair to benefit Nyack Center. Over 40 vendors and food and music will be available. Kim said: “I’ve been the Past President of the Rotary and have been involved for 28 years in Non-profits. We work closely with women who want to get back in the work force. I’m a Cheerleader for them. We also have a Jail Program called Family Connections for women who are incarcerated. We have case management while they are incarcerated and upon release. We help Moms rebuild and re-establish relationships with their children. Some of the women are dealing with addiction problems. “We are always looking for donations and volunteers. If you think you might want to help, go to our web site www.thenyackcenter.org and donate your time or talent. You can always call us at 845-358-2600,” said Kim.

Plans to ‘fix’ our broken tax code?? After spending the last eight months stuck on the health care bill, here we go again. Another knight in shining armor to rescue the middle class maiden who has been taken prisoner by the US Tax Code. Thousands of pages contained in multiple volumes are just waiting for another innocent middle class income recipient to fall pray. No worries! Washington has released a document titled “Unified Framework for Fixing Our Broken Tax Code”. Now that we have begun a new fiscal year in Washington, all focus will now be on tax reform. After 30 years of experience in this profession I normally do not pay much attention to tax proposals during their early stages. Like my short story above, most tax legislation starts out with high hopes and excitement, and ends with limited success and significant disappointment. However, I think that things are a very different this time. With a taxpayer hunger for “change”, and a Republican majority in the house and senate, I expect to see some very interesting proposals, debates, and tax legislation during the next twelve months. In what direction with this go? First, four basic principles for tax reform that have been set by the President: • Make the tax code simple, fair, and easy to understand; • Give American workers a pay raise by allowing them to keep more of their earnings; • Make America a jobs magnet of the world by leveling the playing field; • Bring back trillions of dollars that are currently kept offshore to reinvest in the

American economy. The goals of the new tax reform framework include: • Tax relief for middle-class families; • The simplicity of a “postcard” tax filing; • Tax relief for businesses, especially small businesses; • Ending incentives to ship jobs, capital, and tax revenue overseas; • Providing greater fairness for all Americans by closing loopholes; The above framework is intended to serve as a template for the tax-writing committees and encourage bipartisan support and participation. Lets take a look at some of the most popular current proposals: • The current seven tax bracket system will be consolidated into three brackets of 12%, 25%, and 35%. This eliminates the lowest bracket of 10% and highest bracket of 39.6%, as well as two others. • Congress reserves the right to add a 4th tax bracket higher than 35% so to ensure that the tax burden is not shifted from high-income to lower and middle-income taxpayers. • By doubling the current standard deduction from $12,000 to $24,000 a zero tax bracket will be created for all taxpayers that have taxable income of $24,000 or less. This will also reduce the number of taxpayers who itemize deductions. • The proposed elimination of personal exemptions will effectively chip away at the benefit created by doubling the standard deduction. • Enhanced child tax credits, and nonchild dependent credits will be added so as to make them available to more middle-income families. ed.

• Alternative minimum tax will be eliminat-

• Most itemized deductions will be eliminated but tax incentives for home mortgage interest and charity donations are expected to

be retained. (Deductions for state & local income taxes, property taxes, medical expenses, and work related expenses may be eliminated). • Reforms are encouraged to enhance education and retirement incentives. • Many other exemptions, deductions, and credits for individuals are encouraged to be eliminated so to make the system fairer and to allow for lower tax rates. • Death (estate) taxes will be repealed. • Most non-service small businesses will have their tax rates capped at 25%. (10% less than the proposed top personal tax rate of 35% or more.) • Corporate tax rates will be capped at 20%. (This is more than 10% less than the average corporate tax rate charged world-wide.) • Unlimited current tax deductions for business investment in capital; • Dividends received by corporations from foreign subsidiaries will excluded from US tax. • Tax rates will be adjusted so to level the playing field between American and foreign companies. The projected cost of the tax plan as it now stands would prevent its passing by a simple majority within the house and senate. Like health care, this could spell doom. However, in coming months I expect to hear more specific provisions that are intended to achieve the goals of the plan while keeping its cost within the allow thresholds needed for a simple majority passing in Congress. Keep in mind that our tax structure is its own “ecosystem”. For every action there is a reaction. For every increase there is a decrease. We all need to consider the proposal as a whole and not judge it based upon one or two provisions that impact us negatively. Keep in mind the overall goals stated above when judging the results. Considering the overwhelming desire for tax incentives that help the economy, and each of us individually, I look forward to the possibility of some changes that will achieve the goals that have been set for this plan. Republican or Democrat, I think we can all agree that our tax system needs some fixing. Expect your CPA to stay abreast of these changes and to inform you when you need to know. He can tell you how tax law changes affect your bottom line. Joseph A. Lux, CPA has been providing tax and accounting services to individuals and small businesses in our community for over twenty years. Joe can be reached at 845-358-1929 or by e-mail at joe@joelux. com. Visit his website, www.joelux.com, for more tax saving ideas and tools, or to subscribe to his free monthly newsletter. Free initial consultations are available to new clients.

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Dear Candice, I know that you are an interior designer but I was hoping that you could advise me about how to make my Thanksgiving table look fabulous. There will be eight adults and four children coming to celebrate. My table sits eight but what do I do with the 4 children who are all under ten years of age. I don’t want a lot of clean up at the end of the meal. Would it be appropriate to use paper goods? Thank you so much for your advice. Susan in Piermont. Dear Susan, I would be very happy to advise you about your Thanksgiving Table. The setting of a table sets the mood for the feast to follow. Here is what I would suggest. First of off your table, that sits eight should accommodate the adults, so that is taken care of. Use a bridge table that will sit four children comfortably and of course four chairs for them. The table could be set up and be close enough to the adults to supervise but allow the children to get up and move around freely. I have 3 grandchildren and when we have family dinners for the Holidays we have a children’s table for them and their cousins and it works out beautifully. We know the theme and the colors associated with Thanksgiving. For the children’s table I recommend everything disposable with the Thanksgiving theme. The utensils, forks, knives and napkins and should be disposable too. The heavy-duty plastic ones are great and they come in a metal look finish. I add to each plate a fun Thanksgiving accessory for them to keep such as a small pumpkin. They love it. For the children’s centerpiece I

Prominent interior designer Candice A. Boyle, Decorator for a Day, writes every month to help readers with their design and decorating problems. You can email her at rivertown2000@ gmail.com

would suggest a medium size basket adorned with a large Thanksgiving bow. Fill it with small coloring books, crayons, colored pencils -menough for each child. This has gone over very well for me in the past. Or you can have a separate goodie bag with the same products for each child. And, of course, the bag should be the same theme and their name on it. I stay away from those delicious chocolate turkeys in the colorful foil as they usually never make it to the table since I have indulged myself in them. Oh well! Now for the adult table. Use a cloth table cloth of any neutral color that you have and also your own cloth napkins. Place a runner on it with the holiday theme in fall colors. It is OK that the runner just covers the main part of the table, it does not have to go to the ends. Use your own crystal glasses and stemware. For the centerpiece, I recommend a beautiful floral bouquet or a cornucopia filled with fresh flowers. All are available at your local florist. But be sure to order the flowers early. Add charger plates in gold or silver. All available at the Christmas Tree Shop. Use your own silverware. On top of the charger plates purchase plastic dinner disposable plates or heavy duty paper ones. Paper goods

will work for all the rest of the courses continuing with the Thanksgiving theme. On top of the dinner plate place a linen napkin with a decorative ring or use a holiday to ribbon to tie it. Once again the Christmas Tree shop is great, the Dollar Store too for all your shopping needs. Flank the floral arrangement with candlesticks that have drip proof candles or better yet, flameless for safety. Add all the rest of your necessities, salt and pepper shakers, serving pieces and utensils. You now have a beautiful, functioning thanksgiving table. Candice • TO ALL MY READERS, I WANT TO WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES A VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING.

To all of my readers/buyers/sellers, there has been a terrible rumor going around that I have retired. I have NOT retired and am still very much active in all of the river towns and the greater Hudson Valley. The only thing that has changed is that in the last several years, I have taken on a terrific partner Cody VanCampen to work with me. I am always available for your real estate needs. Thank you for your continued patronage and business. Question: We are just in the process of looking for our first home. Can you provide us with a list of recommendations on how to begin? Answer: First of all, good luck with your search! 1. Decide on the areas you would consider living in. Do a drive by of some of the streets and homes and check out he school district if you have children. 2. Pick the right realtor. How would you do this? Ask your friends who have recently purchased homes in the area you are interested in. A referral agent is usually the best way to begin your process. 3. Get yourself preap-

proved by a bank or a mortgage banker. 4. Ask your friends or your agent who they recommend for home inspections and engineer reports. 5. After deciding on your budget

and arriving on a price, ask your realtor to show you homes $25,000 above and below that price target. If you are handy, you can save a lot of money by purchasing a fixer-upper.

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You never know where

Louise Tompkins of Congers, NY and Nanda Cotturone of Somerset, NJ touring the West with a stop at Mt. Rushmore, South Dakota.

Mark Carruthers and Gloria Rinciari of Congers at the Acropolis in Athens. Jean and Vin Acocella of Pearl River stopped at the oil pipeline in Willow Creek, Alaska during their tour of Alaska. The Gonzalez/Soto and Aurelien cruise to Key West, Cuba and Cozumel

The Gonzalez/Soto,Cabrera,Ramos,Bulusan and Hernandez friends & family cruise to Key West, Cuba and Cozumel

Cass McVety was in Ireland.

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Lifelong friends went to Letchworth State Park (the Little Crand Canyon of the East. They are Nancy Nicks, Rosemary Hylas Matza, JoAnn DuBois-Cruz and Lidwin Bodnar Goodwine.

Arleen and Ken Bernstein, Linda and Steve Shell and Debbie and Sam Greenbaum on a recent trip to Athens..

Four friends from St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church in Piermont were in Chatham, Cape Cod. Left to right: Mary Loftus, Janet Zahn, Robin Miller, Maryann Beckerich.

Arthur Mosick from South Nyack celebrated his 95th birthday at Hard Wok Buffet, New City, with 20 of his friends

Janet Goodman donating blood at: Rockland Blood Center, 25 Smith Street, Nanuet,NY

Lori and Bob Courtwright, from South Nyack, in front of the Peace Wall in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

The Red Hat Ladies finally found the right PLACE, New City.

Marilyn and Bob Timberger from Piermont, Jeanne Sheehan and Dorothy Rosenberg from Piermont and Tom, Carol, and Evens Boyatsis from Bardonia enjoyed taking Rivertown to Branson to see many great shows.

Arnie & Lois Schneider of Designer Kitchens by Schneider in Pearl River, NY, researched Arnieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s roots in Meta & Sorrento, Italy. This was taken at Piazza Tasso Sorrento Square.

The Cast of The Tappan Players 2017 production of The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940; Oct 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 at The Manse Barn in Tappan, NY. Pastor Don Hoover, Joan Pandolfi, Nancy Valentine, Bob Clifford, Peter Katucki, Doreen DeVincenzo, Patrick Vitale, Vincent Schera, Suzanne Ahlf, Lisa Brevogel and Michael Wagner. For more information, call 845-623-4521.

Gerry and Nancy King along with Sue and Nick Longo in Venice, Italy.

Union Restaurant celebrates 10th anniversary and welcomes Restaurant Week

Story/Photos: Tom Riley “Ten years ago we made an investment in Haverstraw and it has paid off. With the new sidewalks and lampposts being installed, we’re so proud of this community,” said Paulo Feteira, partner/owner Maitre d’hotel of Union Restaurant. “We were the pioneers of the Haverstraw revival and renewal. Aside from the great food we serve here and at our sister restaurant, Unoodles, we want to thank all our loyal customers for their support. “We offer entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings and have rooms for private parties. We continue to grow in popularity thanks to our loyal patrons and valued staff. “It’s the perfect place for a romantic evening, family gatherings, special occasion or for entertaining clients.” Well known Chef Jose David Martinez and Paulo have shared their vision, passion and talent to open a restaurant that showcases a diverse, yet classic cuisine of Latin-fusion dishes. Located at 22-24 New Main Street in

Top: Paulo Feteira, co-owner of Union Restaurant, chats withcustomers Maribella and Sherry. Center: chef and co-owner Jose David Martinez. Right: A delicious steak

Above: Pan-seared DiverScallops with tomato concasset-warm avocado.

Union celebrates the historic Pressler Building, the restaurant offers a friendly and relaxed hacienda style atmosphere, impeccable service and a great wine list. Paulo is a native of France with a Portuguese background. He worked his way up the rigorous ranks of French dining and achieved the status of captain. The next leg of his journey took him to England and the prestigious Relais & Chateaux. From there he made his way across the Atlantic to Canada and eventually the U.S. He met Jose David Martinez while working as a Captain at Peter X. Kelly’s Xaviers in Piermont. They opened Union Restaurant & Bar Latino in 2007 and later open Unoodles Snack Bar also in Haverstraw. Chef Jose David Martinez was a car mechanic in El Salvador and never imagined one day becoming an Executive Chef and owning his own restaurant. He started as a dishwasher in Xavier’s in Piermont. Under the tutelage of Master Chef Peter Kelly who recognized his talent and curiosity David studied and experimented with ingredients in his own home kitchen. Today he is considered one of the finest chefs in the Hudson Valley. With Hudson Valley Restaurant Week running October 30-November 12th you’ll be able to Dine, Drink & Discover and purchase a three-course lunch for only $22.95 and a three course dinner for $32.95. Every Wednesday in the month of October Union pledges to donate proceeds to the Breast Cancer Center. Make your reservations today by calling 845-429-4354. You can access Union’s web site at www.unionrestaurant. net. UNoodles is located at 14 Main Street in Haverstraw. You can call them at 845947-7625. You can access their web site at www.unoodles.net

Animals blessed at Grace Church

Father Owen Thompson of Grace Episcopal Church in Nyack had a surprise guest at his Blessing of the Animals event - a donkey. The church was filled with lots of dogs and cats and everyone had a great time.

Going nuts for the Nutcracker! With Christmas around the corner, families are sure to be looking for Holiday events for themselves and for children. Fortunately, they don’t have travel far to experience a special holiday tradition; The Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble (RYDE) will once again perform the Nutcracker with a junior company and a senior company early in December. The Junior company will perform at North Rockland High School on December 2nd and 3rd and the Senior Company will perform at Rockland Community College December 8th, 9th and 10th. Tickets for every performance are reserved seating for $22 and can be purchased online www.Showtix4u.com, beginning October 22, 2017 at 9:00 p.m. Artistic director Diane Coupe Frankel told us: “Every year we hear from people who say our performances rival those they have attended in New York City. “We have hundreds of talented students from Rockland, Orange, Bergen, Westchester and Manhattan who participate in the Nutcracker each year and it is a wonderful opportunity for families to partake in a family favorite, stay close to home and experience local talent.” RYDE is a nonprofit organization, founded over 30 years ago to offer a forum for students and emerging artists, in dance and theatre, to develop their talents in a fully integrated environment of education and performance. RYDE performers are students ages 7 through 18 who have accomplished high quality performance ability through their studies in the performing arts. Many go on to dance on Broadway and with prestigious national companies throughout the United States. RYDE offers an opportunity for children from across the region to participate in the Nutcracker and other performances throughout the year. While many of the students train at Coupé, anyone may audition. In addition to putting on full theatre productions for the public to enjoy, RYDE supports qualified artists in their development of new projects and original performance works and offers Arts in Education workshops and residencies in schools for grades K through 12 and a Master class series for post-high school students. One of their goals is to provide opportunities

for underserved students as well as nurture creativity, expand skills toward creative problem solving, explore multi-cultural environments and generate confidence and

high self-esteem. More information can be found at their website at http://rocklandyouthdanceensemble.org/ At the helm of RYDE is the famed

Diane Coupé Frankel, founder of Coupé Theatre Studio based in Nanuet. Coupé performed on Broadway with some of the world’s greatest talents including Barbra Streisand, Angela Lansbury, and Zero Mostel. She founded Coupé Theatre Studio nearly 50 years ago and, along with her staff, has trained thousands of children and adults from around the New York region. Coupé Frankel believes dancers must be versatile to be successful, so her studio offers everything from ballet, pointe, jazz and tap to musical theatre, hip hop, voice and drama. Nutcracker Performance Dates and Times: December 2nd at 1:00 p.m. (narrated) and 4:00 p.m. December 3rd at 1:00 p.m. (narrated) and 4:00 p.m. at North Rockland High School and December 8th at 7:00 p.m. (narrated) December 9th at 1:00 p.m. (narrated) and 4:00 p.m. December 10th at 1:00 p.m. (narrated) and 4:00 p.m. at SUNY Rockland Community College – Cultural Arts Theater Tickets for every performance are reserved seating and can be purchased online www.Showtix4u.com, or by calling 866967-8167 beginning October 22, 2017 at 9:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the theatre for $25 cash if the performances are not sold out. Discounted Tickets for Girl Scouts RYDE is offering discounted group tickets ($18) for registered Girl Scouts. Tickets must be pre-ordered. To order, download and complete the Girl Scout ticket order form, and return with payment to Coupé Theatre Studio, 430 Market Street, Nanuet, NY, 10965. For more information, call 845-623-2808. Discounts apply only for registered Girl Scouts. Non-registered adults and others accompanying the troop pay full price.

Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery is the best in the Hudson Valley

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Dr. Drew A. Nunziata, DMD, MD, summed up the reasons for the success of Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery: “After 25 years of experience and thousands of successful implants and satisfied patients we continue to develop and refine our techniques by taking advantage of the most advanced technologies and research. “ When you read about a new technique regarding implant treatment, rest assured we are aware. Often these techniques were developed here.” Dr. Nunziata added: “We use only the best implants, mostly Nobel Biocare and Straumann/Ti implants at this time. Though they are generally more expensive our commitment to excellence demands the highest quality for our patients.” Dr. Nunziata went to Dental School at Boston University, Medical School at Stony Brook and did his Oral Surgery Training at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. His wife, Rosanna is an anesthesiologist. He continued: “Being the largest Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery Center in the county. we deal with all facial trauma from car accidents, assaults and accidents. “We perform orthognathic surgery (corrective jaw surgery), dental implants, jaw reconstruction and work on wisdom teeth, sleep apnea and temporo-mandibular Joint (TMJ) problems.

Dr. Drew Nunziata, DMD, MD - This is the largest oral and maxillo-facial surgery center in the county. “We are dedicated to patient care and “We are open to everyone, children, the communication among the staff is ex- adults and seniors. If you are missing a cellent, precise and delicate. tooth, have facial pain, jaw problems or

have been in an auto accident, give us a call. “With our 3D Imagery that pinpoints location we can plan surgery better than ever before. With digital treatment we can pre-operatively determine to make sure surgery goes as flawless as possible.” He added: “Today we can do amazing sleep apnea surgery.” “Wisdom Teeth” are the last teeth to grow within the mouth. When they are align properly, and gum tissue is healthy, wisdom teeth do not have to be removed. Unfortunately, this does not generally happen. Wisdom teeth may grow sideways, partially emerge from the gum, or remain trapped beneath the gum and bone. These teeth are “impacted.” They should be removed to prevent

Dr. Nunziata surrounded by medical awards.

infection, swelling, pain, illness, tumors, cysts and destruction of the jaw bone. The surgeons at Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery, P.C. are David Caponigro, DDS, Anthony G. Pavone, DDS, MD, FACS, Drew A. Nunziata, DMD, MD and Hunter Martin, DDS, MD. Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery is located at 84 Route 59 in Suffern. You can call them for an appointment at 845-357-2070 or Email them at surgery@ RamapoMaxSurgery.com or visit their web site at www.RamapoMaxSurgery. com. You can Email the Practice Administrator, Virginia Farrell at virginia.roms@ gmail.com.

ARC Clients get a beauty makeover at Haverstraw salon

Jessica Sirota.

The pictures tell the story. Or at least, part of it. A group of women, their hair newly coiffed, their faces glowing with professionally –applied makeup, posed for photos fit for a modelling agency. What had begun as a usual “Ladies Day” outing turned into a very special experience for young women from The Arc Rockland residences, when Working Hands Salon in Haverstraw provided each of them with a complete makeover, including hair styling, manicure and makeup. And as if that wasn’t enough, the women were photographed using a special backdrop and lighting. “We had been to the salon before for hair styling, but this time it was decided to create a modelling kind of experience, adding manicures and makeup, then capturing the finished look with photos,” explains Colleen Kalarickal, The Arc Coordinator of Recreation. Biensy Rosa, owner of Working Hands, has a special relationship with The Arc and other agencies that provide supports and services to people with disabilities. “It all started when the mother of a young lady with disabilities came to the shop and asked if I would be willing to train her daughter in the field of cosmetology. She wanted to fulfill her daughter’s dream of working in a beauty shop. I had some experience working with individuals with disabilities at one of the agencies, so I agreed to work with this young woman. After a 20-week training period, I gave her a job assisting me at the salon. “That opportunity lit a fire in me,” Ms. Rosa continues. “I turned the business into a 501c3 not for profit Working Hands Foundation and we began offering this same 20-week training course to others with disabilities, teaching them beauty arts.” The salon owner takes pride in both the training course and the fact that people with disabilities are among her loyal customers. Ms. Rosa provided a group discount for the women from The Arc. Her daughter Jasmine Rosa, was the makeup artist and her daughter Marcy Rosa was the fashion photographer. “The women were thrilled with the outcome,” notes Ms. Kalarickal. She provided each of the participants and their families with photos. “It was the first time I had all those things done at once at the beauty parlor,” explains Jessica Sirota. “I loved it, and I think the photo looked great.” Not to be outdone, several men who live in The Arc residences recently had their own day at Working Hands Salon , where each received a shave, a haircut and, of course, a photo shoot.

Some people view buying a house as purely a financial transaction, often underestimating the less tangible but equally important emotional benefits of owning a home. There’s a big difference in buying a house and having a home. A house is a basic structure – shelter from the elements and a place to sleep and put stuff. Buying a house is just the first step. Making a home is what’s important. It’s true – home is where the heart is. A home is where you feel comfortable, warm, safe and protected. A home is where you live your life, where friends and family gather to celebrate holidays and where a lifetime of memories are made. The homes we live in become an integral part of who we are. How many of us have driven by a home we moved out of years ago just to reminisce? A home is about establishing roots. A home is where you can plant perennials and watch them bloom year after year. You can plant a sapling and watch it grow into a glorious shade tree; you can plant a family and watch it blossom. I wish you all a lovely Thanksgiving! With that, here are the homes that sold in the rivertowns in September. September 2017 Home Sales in the Rockland County Rivertowns Style Location Address Bedrooms Baths List Price ($) Sale Price ($) Colonial U. Nyack 308 N.Highland Ave 2 2 415,000 425,000 Ranch U. Nyack 502 Hudson View Rd 2 1 375,000 325,000 Victorian Nyack 2 Laveta Pl 7 3.3 1,650,000 1,462,050 Colonial Nyack 33 Lydecker St 3 1.1 439,900 444,000 Townhouse Nyack 6 Village Gate Way 3 3 435,000 420,000 Colonial Nyack 40 N. Midland Ave 3 1 299,900 299,900 Co-op Nyack 103 Gedney #LN 1 1 219,000 190,000 Tudor S. Nyack 275 S Broadway 3 2 525,000 515,000 Cape Cod S. Nyack 2 Voorhis Ave 3 1.1 424,900 460,900 Bungalow S. Nyack 8 Elizabeth Pl 2 1 299,000 305,000 Cape Cod C. Nyack 3 Schuyler Rd 3 1.1 325,000 365,000 Two Story C. Nyack 14 Ward Dr 3 1.1 210,000 200,000 Contemporary Piermont 603 Rt 9w 3 2.1 895,000 825,000 Colonial Piermont 744 Piermont Ave 5 3 889,000 895,000 Colonial Palisades 35 Washington Spr. Rd 4 3.1 3,450,000 3,210,000 Contemporary Palisades 2 A Century Rd 4 3.1 799,000 705,000 *The home listed above were sold by a variety of brokers proudly serving the Rivertowns* How is the Rivertown Real Estate Market? September 2017 YTD vs. September 2016 YTD - Single Family Homes New Inventory (the number of homes coming on the market) was unchanged (199 YTD 2017 vs. 199 YTD 2016). There was a 12.5% increase in the number of sales (108 YTD 2017 vs. 96 YTD 2016). The average sales price for homes that have sold decreased 2.9% to $665,732. The median sales price decreased 9.1% to $527,000. Overall, the average sales price for homes that have sold in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $470,376, up 3.2% over the same period last year. The median sales price in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $440,000, up 4.2% over the same period last year. September 2017 YTD vs. September 2016 YTD - Condos/Co-ops New inventory (the number of condos coming on the market) decreased 8.8% (62 YTD 2017 vs. 68 YTD 2016). There was a 16.3% decrease in the number of sales (36 YTD 2017 vs. 43 YTD 2016). The average sales price of condos that have sold increased 16.1% to $437,495. The median sales price increased 45.5% to $407,500. Overall, the average sales price for condos that have sold in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $237,334, up 3.1% over the same period last year. The median sales price (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $202,000, up 3.3% over the same period last year. For questions, comments or to find out what’s happening in your neighborhood, you are welcome to call Donna Cox on 845-6418613.

Farmers Insurance in Pearl River celebrates with good advice for us all

Story: Tom Riley Juan Santos, owner of a Farmers Insurance Agency in Pearl River says: “In light of these recent disasters our country has suffered you might want to sit down with us and review your policies. “These hurricanes and earthquakes are a wake-up call and begs the question, Am I properly insured? The best time to review and understand your coverage is before the unforeseen happens. “Today we are celebrating our first anniversary in Pearl River and want to thank the community for the wonderful welcome they have given us and especially want to thank our clients for putting their trust in us. Please stop by and have a cup of coffee and take advantage of our Farmers Friendly Review Campaign.” Juan added: “I always say to people if you want to leave a loving legacy, as I do with three generations in my family, having the proper amount of insurance is an important part. “And you want to do it now because it will only become more expensive in

the future. When you ask how do I build wealth for future generations to ensure they can go to college, buy a home, etc. you are setting them up for success in life. “When the unexpected happens and you had the foresight to plan for it, it gives you a good feeling. When you take out an auto insurance policy, you are not only covering your own family but also other people in the other car. “Many of our clients can’t believe the great rates we give them.” Juan added: “We are bi-lingual and offer

whole life insurance, boating insurance, business insurance, an umbrella policy, manufactured home insurance, and motorcycle and ATV insurance. “Here at Farmers we believe the work we do is so important because we are looking out for the best interest of the family and we won’t sell you what you don’t need. We encourage our clients to bundle their policies for the best value. “ One of my passions is to reach out to grandparents, and share with them the advantages of placing life insurance on

Juan Santos throws a party for some of his loyal clients.

our grandchildren. As a young person it’s affordable, and a great vehicle for them to manage their future. I encourage grandparents to call me for an explanation of the policies that are available!!! “ Juan added: “I’ve been a Rockland County resident since 1994 and I’ve seen the County evolve. Each year I become more immersed in its growth and I want to

be an integral part of the future. “Call me at 845-735-1000 and let me help you set up a better future for your family. You can email me at jsantos@ farmersagent.com. We offer a Farmers Review, it’s free and you are under no

obligation. You can call me on my Cell Phone at 845-893-9415” The Juan M. Santos Farmers Insurance office is located at 48 South Main Street in Pearl River. Be sure to ask about their free Defensive Driving Course.

Realtor Michel Henry.

Cute home with 4.34 acres of land in Nyack - and what a deal! Story: Tom Riley When was the last time you heard of 4.34 acres of land with a beautiful home for sale being available in Nyack? Developers throughout the Hudson Valley are calling Michel Henry, the listing agent for William Raveis Baer & McIntosh for a chance to view the property. Families seeking their own hiking grounds and trails for their children are excited. Homeowners who seek a quick entry point into New York City are also interested in the property as the entrance to the Thruway is nearby. If you are a developer, this land is zoned for subdividing into half acre lots. Roads are already mapped for two entrances to this land. For the homeowner who has always wanted to own his own forest donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pass this up. Your kids will have their own hik-

ing trails and tree forts and hours of viewing wildlife. The home has a beautiful attic for inspiration and an artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s touch. Nyack is a

bustling village with a great nightlife and live music. With the new Governor Mario Cuomo Bridge interest in Nyack is reaching a crescendo.

Left: This Nyack home is on 4.34 acres of land which can be subdivided.

The home has three levels including a partially finished basement. The home has four bedrooms and two bathrooms.

If you purchase this property you can make it your domain or subdivide it. Both are truly great options. The house is very

large and spacious. The rooms are large and comfortable, and the ceilings are high giving the impression of grandeur. Great wood floors need only a little bit of help to make them look beautiful. There are lots of options to make this place a dream home with your own forest. The home is being listed for $599,000. Realtor Michel Henry was born in Canada. He retired from the Canadian Border Service Agency. He has a BA Degree from Post University in Public Administration. He values friendship and many of his clients have referred their friends to him. Michel knows carpentry, plumbing, electricity and can help buyers and sellers in making decisions on many fronts when it comes to property. Michel enjoys camping, sailing, cycling and has played music all his life. In his Cajun band he sings and plays the guitar, harmonica, accordion and fiddle. Michel speaks French and English. This home has to be seen to appreciate all the amenities. Call Michel on his cell phone at 845-381-2555 and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be happy to give you a tour of the property. His office is located at 97 South Broadway in Nyack. You can email him at Michel@baerhomes.com. You can access his web site at www.michel@baerhomes. com.

The MedPak tells you when and how to take every medication on your list with individual daily packages.

Medwiz Pharmacy offers a cutting edge solution to managing your medication Story/Photos: Tom Riley The homebound, the elderly and the handicapped throughout Rockland County have chosen MedWiz Pharmacy as their pharmacy of choice because they offer a cutting edge solution to managing your medication. The days of medication mix-ups and missing dosages are in the past. Here is how it works. Containers and pillboxes have become a thing of the past. Your MedPak is presorted and prelabled for you so you don’t have to worry about sorting through all your prescription bottles. This is a completely free service with no extra cost to you. You only have to pay for your copays. Joanna, the pharmacist, makes sure all MedPaks are labeled with your name, the date and time your pills should be taken, with preprinted reminders for liquids and inhalers. MedPaks are ideal for travel or on the go. All you have to do is detach the pouch from your MedPak roll at the perforated line, take your pills with water and you are good to go! Managing your medications has never been easier.

“By offering personalized service to the homebound, the elderly and the handicapped we try to take the headache away from the patient. We call the doctor and contact the patient for refills. “Your medications come organized by date and time, they’re securely sealed in individual easy-open packages. So when it is time to take your next dose you just

tear the package off the roll and your pills are there. That’s all there is to it: no boxes, no bottles, no bother. “Your MedPaks are delivered to your door every month.” Joanna added: “MedWiz is a small business with a big heart that is making a huge difference in the pharmaceutical industry. We’re big on experience, efficien-

Joanna the pharmacist (left) with Lance and Victoria.

Above: Pharmacist Joanna explains to Jean how to use the MedPak. Left:Ruby just loves MedWiz for their wide selection of Home Care products.

cy, quality and technology. “We become a true partner in the care of the clients we serve. We are on the cutting edge of innovation while other pharmacies wait and react to the future, we are busy shaping it. We want you to live happy, healthy and long. “Physicians are happy with our MedPaks because they know their patients are in compliance in the management of their medications. Our patients love it because it prevents confusion and medication mixups and brings order,” said Joanna, the pharmacist. Customer Allen gave it five stars. He said: “There a new business in the Village of Spring Valley. It’s located at 240 North Main Street. “It’s very clean, wide aisles and a wide selection of home care products. Best of all it has a very friendly staff that’s really there to help you. It’s a wonderful local business with the guts to compete against the big chain pharmacies.” See why more and more Rocklanders are turning to MedWiz Pharmacy and its innovative staff who are working hard to prevent medication mix-ups and errors. Did you know one and half million people experienced medication mix-ups last year? Call Joanna at 845-624-5200 and ask about getting on their MedPak Program. You can access their web site at www.medwizrx.com. You can also Email frediem@ MedWizrx.com to get more information.

Fabulous Holiday Boutique at Lyndhurst Castle

The Junior League of Westchester-on-Hudson, Women Building Better Communities ©, headquartered in Tarrytown, will hold its 2017 Holiday Boutique Under the Tent at Lyndhurst Castle’s carriage house, Tarrytown on Friday, Dec. 1 and Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10pm to 4pm and Sunday, Dec. 3 from 10am to 3pm. The Junior League’s Holiday Boutique has been an annual tradition in Westchester for over 30 years. More than 60 purveyors of unique, fine quality gifts and clothing for ladies, gentlemen and children; jewelry, toys, art and gourmet food items are expected to participate. Nyack Hospital and The Open Door Family Medical Center, Ossining, will benefit from the net proceeds. Lunch and refreshments will be available for purchase. The Hudson Bells will perform on Friday, Dec 1. The Hudson Bells is a women’s choral group, singing three and four part harmony both acapella and with piano accompaniment. Their diverse repertoire includes old standards, Broadway favorites, jazz and pop tunes. The group’s musical director, Kinny Landrum, is a composer, arranger, producer, keyboardist and music director who has worked with Leonard Bernstein and Carly Simon, among others. In the spirit of the season, The Hudson Bells will sing holiday standards and favorites.

Beautiful scarves from Archivie Scarves. Chamber orchestra and brass ensembles and choral groups from Rockland and Westchester high schools are expected to perform over the weekend to add to the Holiday Spirit. Please join them for Holiday Cheer and a very special shopping experience. Tickets for touring Lyndhurst Mansion splendidly decorated for the Holidays will also be available for purchase. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door. Daily admission is $10. Under 16 years of age, free. The Combination Ticket for the Holiday Boutique and General Admission to Lyndhurst Castle is $20. For more information about the Holiday Boutique or JLWOH and membership, please visit: www.jlwoh.org. The Junior League of Westchester-on-Hudson, 35 South Broadway, Tarrytown, NY is a volunteer organization of Women Building Better Communities ©. JLWOH is recognized as a not-for-profit

organization under section 501(c ) (3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code.

Who We Are: Mission, Vision, Values and Impact Statements The Junior League of Westchester-on-Hudson (JLWOH) has been serving our community for over 60 years and belongs to the Association of Junior Leagues International. We are one of six Junior Leagues in Westchester County and one of 292 Leagues located in the U.S., Canada, England and Mexico. We are a registered 501c(3) charitable organization whose purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Mission Statement: The Junior League of Westchester-on-Hudson is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Vision Statement: The JLWOH, through effective community collaboration, is committed to promoting literacy and academic enrichment for school-aged children in order to help them be a success in school and empower

Above: Unique jewelry from Elena. Left: Beautiful soap from PeaceLoveSoap.

them with information and skills that will equip them for full participation in society. To ensure consistency and a concentrated level of service, JLWOH will focus on three areas: Reading and Writing Literacy, Financial Literacy, Nutrition Literacy. The JLWOH is committed to developing the leadership abilities of its Members in order to prepare them for community and civic leadership roles. To ensure consistency, JLWOH will focus on three areas: Leadership Education, Preparation for Non-Profit Organization Board Service, Community Network Development. Values Statement: We believe that: • Through issue-based voluntarism, we can build and cultivate better partnerships with the communities we serve, better train our Members on the critical issues and provide more meaningful experiences for our Members. • The ability to read, write and comprehend written text and write are key to success in school and full participation in society, and fostering reading and writing literacy within

school-aged children will help these children succeed in school and empower them for full participation in society. • The ability to understand principles of earning, spending, saving, giving and investing is key to full participation in society, and fostering financial literacy within school-aged children to ensure that they comprehend and understand financial principles will empower these children with the financial skills they need to become financially responsible adults and full participants in society. • Healthy eating habits enhance cognitive development and school performance and fostering nutritional literacy within school-aged children and their parents to ensure that these children receive healthy meals, will help these children succeed in school. • Preparing volunteers for leadership roles will help to cultivate a new generation of leaders within our service community. Impact Statements: Reading and Writing Literacy

The single most important activity for building the knowledge required for eventual success in reading is reading aloud to children. The JLWOH seeks to devote 60 volunteer hours per year to read to children, in small group settings and distribute 100 books per year in the service community, to help children grow into lifetime readers. Financial Literacy Acquiring knowledge and skills about personal financial principles at an early age is key to becoming a financially responsible adult, which will help strengthen the financial stability of average families. The JLWOH seeks to provide 25 elementary school children per year with 6 hours of fundamental financial literacy education on the topics of earning, spending, saving, giving and investing, to give them a foundation in financial principles at an early age. Nutrition Literacy Children who eat a healthy breakfast are better able to stay focused on school work and have increased academic success. The JLWOH will collaborate with the school districts in our service community to ensure that school-aged children and their parents receive information about the importance of eating a healthy breakfast and the correlation between breakfast and improved school performance.

If a legend trusts us, shouldn’t you? Experience for yourself why legends like Chita Rivera choose Venus and Venom Med Spas Venus & Venom Medispa, once known as Melange Med Spa, is the product of the first RN owned and operated medical spa in Rockland County. Spas are known for their relaxation and rejuvenation, but this spa broke the mold. Word spread rapidly that about the aesthetic services (such as Botox and Dermal Filler Injections, Laser Resurfacing and even Coolsculpt) that were available in this eclectic zen-like atmosphere and that the work they performed exceeded expectations. This all woman owned company has three locations: Blauvelt, Monroe and the newest Venus & Venom Med Spa in Nanuet. Partner, Christina Sirera, has quickly become known for her art of injecting. As a graduate of the Cochran School of Nursing, Christina has continued to train with expert injectors in the US, Canada and Europe. Alongside her partners Sheila May Gaughan, RN, and Denise Patriaco, NP-C, this injecting trifecta have been changing and restoring (as they prefer) and even re-creating how things are done and not overdone. Beauty, Art and Science has remained their longstanding motto, defining what Venus & Venom is all about today. But what about the other tag line - There are 2 sides to every Woman, Venus and Venom - well, that’s the very tongue in cheek piece that everyone loves. This spa has a definite edge. Clients gush about these women and their work, and why wouldn’t they? They look great and in turn feel great about themselves. Confidence and sexuality exude the men and woman who use the vast services at these spas. “We bring back what was always therebut now people feel much more comfortable in there skin.,” says Christina Sirera. Legends like Chita Rivera, who have the pick of the litter choose Venus and Venom

Broadway star Chita Rivera chooses Venus and Venom. Opposite: The beautiful team at Venus and Venom. as their “GO TO”, but why? Why do you choose Venus and Venom? “Christina came highly recommended to me and she is my “Go TO” because she is experienced, personal and professional,” says Chita Rivera “There is a comfort in knowing that the outcome is exactly what you hoped it to be. AND I can go to Venus and Venom and come away relaxed and ready to face my heavy schedule.” These women have mastered how to individualize treatments. Christina said: “I’ve been specializing in botox and fillers for over a decade and if there is one thing I’ve learned it’s that every single face I treat is different. It’s what I do every day- all day. “Everyone’s face is unique and beautiful in its own way. My passion is to restore the elements that distinctly make that person beautiful . When I speak with a client, I am taking a very specific visual inventory of their expressions and how they look. “I capture and preserve how they naturally look, while at the same time, turn back the clock a few years. We create close relationships with our clients - built with trust, integrity and confidence. ” Denise Patriaco, NP-C , partner and Medical Director explains “We don’t just inject filler into “typical” areas because we can. We look at the client, listen to their

needs and expectations and then we come up with a plan and show them how we intend to restore the key features we see that will get the desired look they want. “ Our consult is critical to the outcome, our success relies on how well we listen and deliver the results our clients expected. We are very picky about our work and it benefits all of our clients.” Sheila May Gaughan RN, Partner and vein and neck specialist says “It’s paramount for us to manage a client’s expectations and make them understand what we can and cannot do. “There are certainly times where surgery is the realistic option and we will say that, but when we can do what they want with the different options we offer it’s a win win for both of us. It almost feels magical- we have accomplished something that bothered a client for years often times in under 30 minutes-with no surgery. What’s better than that?” In addition to the way they do their injectables, they are very selective with the services they offer and the staff they hire. Denise comments “As a Nurse Practitioner research is something that is second nature, nurses are constantly researching about their patients. It’s no different here except that we research about the aesthetic trends.

“What’s good, what’s not so good, and then what’s great. Then we test the great ones and if it worked and we liked it -then we bring it in. We are a tough crowd to impress with products and technology.” These nurses pride themselves in bringing treatments that will deliver results. Their reputation depends on it. “We are not only practitioners of the spa, but we are our own customers as well!” Says Sheila The employees are experienced aficionados in their field. “Our staff is an extension of us and of our intentions to the public. So we are selective. “We choose based on experience and look for proper fit into the Venus and Venom Team. We have been fortunate to have the a talented and dedicated team. It just takes having a service with one of them to wonder why you hadn’t discovered these gems earlier. We hear it all the time. People rave coming-out of facials, “They say they never had such a great

experience. I love to being there when people step out of the room. “ Christina added: “We also network and recommend other professionals in our area that we believe in and that we know have a standard like ours. One of our favorites is Dental Arts of Rockland in Orangeburg.. Now how often can you enthusiastically recommend a dentist? This dentist also breaks the mold, knows beauty and is like a spa from the moment you walk in. When you go, you will know why we love there!” So what’s next, what’s hot? “You know what’s hot right nowCOLD!” Christina laughs . “Cryo treatments are a hot topic right now. Coolsculpting gets rid of the unwanted stubborn fat by freezing it away. It works. No surgery and good results. “But something even newer, that has been a game changer is Cool Lifting - which has NOTHING to do with coolsculpting, but it does use extreme cold to blast Hyaluronic Acid into the face.

“The result of this under ten minute treatment is diminishment of lines, lifting and overall rejuvenation with no down time. Anyone can do it and results are visible within hours. “It’s a great event treatment and as a bonus we have noticed that if you already have botox and fillers it is extending the effect. It’s a technology that was patented in Barcelona. Europe is ahead aesthetically and they not only know how to live the “good life” - they look the part too! “Maybe it’s the Coolift.” The Coolift (not to be confused with Coolsculpting- a totally different technology) can be found at Venus & Venom. As well as Coolsculpting, facials for all skin types, massages, micro needling, laser skin resurfacing, tattoo removal , cellulite treatments, Venus Freeze, microblading, permanent make up, eye rejuvenations, eyelashes, laser hair removal, men’s treatments, and more. They have it all and if that wasn’t enough you will love their Unique Boutique featured inside of each of the spas. The Unique Boutique’s have niche gift items or personal items the can’t be found easily. They have a range of retail like designer bags, hats, scarves, cute napkins, flasks, books, jewelry, art, belts, and more. As for the legendary Tony winning actress, singer, dancer Chita Rivera - she loves the spa and the spa and has always made a point to let others know they are one of Chita’s biggest fans. “No pressure- with Chita, I mean she is only one of the most legendary broadway and TV entertainers known- so if we mess up it will only be known by thousands in an instant- no pressure” jokes Sirera, “It’s my greatest honor to work with Chita. But everyone who crosses our doors is treated like a star. Everyone we work on is a walking advertisement.” says Christina Sirera. They host botox parties, women’s events throughout the year like their “Single, Sexy and Savvy Nights”, Botox Bars, Adult Novelty Nights, vendor nights, information nights, live demos, Coolsculpting events and more. Check in with their website venusandvenom.com or VVMSPA.com and follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Sign up for their mailing list on their website and get the exclusive deals and announcements. See ad elsewhere in the magazine for their current sales. Call any location for a free consult. Blauvelt 845-365-1500, Nanuet 845-623-8700 and Monroe 845-827-6698

Wine and liquor buyers love the great deals at TZ Liquors in Orangetown

Owner Carlos gives a warm welcome to all his customers and offers great deals you won’t find anywhere else.

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Carlos and Kelly opened their new liquor store, TZ Liquors in September in the Orangetown Shopping Center and all their customers love their free delivery policy for all orders over $50. Kelly,a mother of four children, said: “My husband Carlos is a Marine veteran with a background in the liquor business. “We are a family owned and operated business and our children go to the local schools. I’m very involved in the community and we’ve made fundraiser donations to Tappan Zee High school Football, Blauvelt Fire Department (Basket Donation) and the Sheriff’s Department.” Carlos added: “We have dedicated ourselves to providing our customers with a comprehensive and diverse range of wines and liquors from all

over the world. “We are family owned and operated so you’ll get the best customer ser-

vice. We have organic and gluten free liquors and wines and obscure little treasures you can’t find anywhere else. “We also have a wide selection of Nips from almost every brand. We love to help our customers in finding the perfect wine to put on your table. “We are experts in food and wine pairing and we hold wine tastingss every Friday and Saturday. “So we urge you to come in and peruse our shelves. Thanksgiving and the Holidays are coming up so stop by and introduce yourself. We also have a large selection of Kosher wines,” said Carlos. He added: “We have a number of novelty beverages, a new vodka from Robert DiNiro and wines and liquors from Australia. “We have LED lighting on bottles for special occasions. These are per-

sonalized bottles made by Medea that you will keep forever. We have Organic Wines by Bee Farms and unique labels like Salt of the Earth. “We have the ability to personalize bottles. Our prices are competitive and we give volume discounts.” Carlos added: “Because we are family owned and operated, we go the extra mile in satisfying our customers. We are the only liquor store that offers free delivery in the Hudson Valley. “Call us at 845-359-0800 and check out our huge selection of wines and liquors. If you have a special occasion coming up introduce yourself and let us help you choose the right beverage for the occasion. “Call us at 845-359-0800 or visit TZ Liquors Inc. at 1-45 Orangetown Shopping Center in Orangeburg. Experience our Free Delivery on orders over $50”.

For 50 years, Rockland Eye Physicians have offered comprehensive care

Tens of thousands of satisfied patients give kudos to Rockland Eye Physicians & Surgeons for their high degree of specialization and the wonderful outcomes they have experienced. As the largest ophthalmology practice in the county, Rockland Eye Physicians & Surgeons offer comprehensive eye care for all ages. With doctors who have higher degrees of specialization, they can focus on a larger range of areas, from cataract surgery, contact lenses, Pediatric Treatments, and LASIK to Oculoplastic Surgery such as Cosmetic Blepharoplasty. With locations in both West Nyack and Garnerville, as well as a Spanish speaking staff, they are committed to providing high quality care to as many people as possible. Your entire family can benefit from their proven care for years to come. CFO Keith Froleiks told us: “A cataract forms with the clouding of the ocular lens and this typically leads to vision loss over time. Cataract Surgery is the number one surgical procedure in the country. Cataracts can occur at any age during a person’s life but it is most common among ages 65 and older. “Cataract Surgery is a painless out-patient procedure that takes merely minutes to perform and requires no stitches or general anesthesia. Recent breakthroughs allow patients to have a choice of premium

lens options that can result in superior vision after surgery. “Premium Lens options would allow a golfer to locate his ball long distance and also read his score card. People with diabetes should visit their eye doctor yearly and everyone should have regularly scheduled visits.” Dr. Glen Weiss, M.D. is a cataract surgeon and one of the three owners of

the practice. Dr. Robert Chen, M.D. is a cataract and refractive surgeon. He also completed a Fellowship at the Gimbel Eye Centre in Canada in Refractive Surgery. Dr. Jeffrey S. Leen is a Fellowship trained Board Certified Pediatric Ophthalmologist and offers comprehensive quality eye care to children of all ages. Also on the staff is Dr. James Kirszrot, M.D., an Oculoplastic Surgeon. He offers

From left: Dr. Jeffrey S. Leen, Dr. Glen Weiss, and Dr. Roberrt Chen

medical and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the eyelid, the tear duct system and the eye socket. He performs “eye lifts” as well as Botox and fillers like Juvaderm. Reshma B. Patel, O.D. is a primary care optometrist for the practice, who performs well visits, and manages patients with ocular disease such as glaucoma, diabetes and dry eye conditions.

Keith added: “Our state-of-the-art facility has the latest technology, an electronic records system where we are in constant contact with the patient’s primary doctor and an electronic Kiosk Check In system. “We also have a secure patient portal to directly communicate with our patients and we participate with most insurance carriers. Some of the services we offer

are Blepharoplasty, Cataract Surgery with Premium Lens Implants, Contact lenses, Diabetic Retinopathy, Dry Eye, Glaucoma, LASIK/PRK, Macular Degeneration, Pediatric Ophthalmology, and DMV Eye Exams. “These are just some of the numerous services offered at Rockland Eye Physicians. Our Garnerville office is located at 171 Ramapo Road in Garnerville, while our location in West Nyack is at 1 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 302 in West Nyack.” To reach Rockland Eye Physicians & Surgeons in West Nyack and Garnerville call 845-947-2240. You can email them at info@rocklandeye.com and access their web site at www. rocklandeye.com.

Why you should choose physical therapy

By Dr. Tracy Urvater, owner of Access Physical Therapy & Wellness

October was National Physical Therapy Month -- A month where physical therapists make an extra concerted effort to educate their patients on the benefits of physical therapy as an alternative to expensive medical interventions that can improve quality of life. We certainly donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait until October to get this message across to the general public as well as to other healthcare professionals who may not be familiar with the qualifications of a physical therapist. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a multi-daily occurrence where we spend time explaining various conditions that a patient presents with and how best to treat this condition conservatively. As doctors of physical therapy, we have the clinical training and expertise to accurately diagnose musculoskeletal conditions, identify red flags that may require referral to a physician or other healthcare professional and provide treatment for these conditions without the need for expensive imaging, medications, injections, and/or surgery. The most recent endeavor within the medical community is the reduction of opioid (narcotic) medication usage. The many side effects of these medications including addiction are of prime concern. For many years, physicians and other healthcare providers who are eligible to prescribe these medications have freely dispensed these medications in an effort to help patients reduce pain post operatively as well as with chronic pain conditions. It is now widely known that these medications not only have vast side effects but may be used in ways they are not intended to be. Do you have left over narcotic medication stored away? Commonly, individuals

Dr. Tracy Urvater, owner of Access Physical Therapy and Wellness.

either mistakenly take these left over medications in place of another or the narcotics get into the hands of others when they were not prescribed for them and this may lead to harmful effects including overdose. There are alternate ways of reducing pain without the use of opioids. Research articles have clearly indicated that physical therapy is a safe conservative method for reducing pain by using interventions that address the underlying cause of pain. In most cases, combining pain relieving modalities, manual (hands on) therapy, and appropriately prescribed supervised exercise are equally, if not more, effective

in reducing pain and improving function and overall quality of life. Choosing a physical therapist can (and should) be researched. As one should know, not every practitioner is the same. Quality of care varies among all healthcare providers and the choice is yours. Their experience and credentials as well as their method of intervention should be investigated. People most often take the time to research a physician or surgeon when medical procedures are warranted and many times will not succumb to the constraints put on them by their insurance company’s

in-network benefits. They want the best care and nothing else matters. Yet “physical therapy is physical therapy anywhere” – this is certainly not true. Choosing a doctor of physical therapy that will provide that same quality intervention as the physician or surgeon you chose is crucial to your outcome. Allowing an insurance company to make these decisions for you is a disservice. Perhaps, if required, paying a slight bit more for that perfect PT practitioner who will get you back on track is worth the financial commitment. Don’t let your insurance company be the one to determine your fate as most of the time they are looking to cut costs at the expense of your wellbeing. Additionally, the choice of PT also becomes yours despite the recommendation or referral provided by your physician, friend or family member. Although recommendations may be helpful in your decision making process, take the time to research that recommendation thoroughly, call the office and speak with the receptionist (or PT directly if available), and visit the office to determine if the environment fits your needs. In most cases, you no longer need a prescription from a physician for physical therapy services (with certain restrictions). Let your doctor of PT be your first line of entrance into the medical profession for your painful condition and GET RID OF YOUR NARCOTIC MEDICATION! Nothing is more important than your health and wellbeing… #ChoosePTwisely. Please call Access Physical Therapy and Wellness for your consultation.. • Written by Dr. Tracy Urvater, PT, DPT, OCS Access Physical Therapy and Wellness, Owner of New City and Pomona. Phone: 845-694-8808 (Pomona) and 845 -578-9898 (New City).

The ultimate country destination - a grand cottage escape

By Amie Butchko In the quiet country town of Pine Island, NY, the black dirt of the fertile onion fields stretches for miles over the landscape. Within this bucolic scene, is a grand manor home, with all the charm of a cottage escape; but in magnificent scale. The views and the nature-set recreational opportunities are beyond a stunning find here, and as a country home elopement from the bustle of The City -or as a potential destination getaway such as an upscale farm to table B&B or zoned as a hotel, a yoga spa or corporate retreat, the immensely glorious property will wow all who might have the fortune to visit, or stay. The home or ready-made guest destination has 6 enormous bedrooms, 7 baths, a formal dining room for traditional style meals and/or holiday celebrations, a game room, a rec room, shelved study with beautiful built-ins, and an impressive family room with oak bar and even billiards. With a luxury of 8,000 square feet, it has nothing pretentious about it, reading like a comfortable, historic country homestead with rich wood oak paneling, beautiful hardwood floors and quadruple stone fireplace accenting that warms the space throughout. An uncomplicated rustic kitchen (with

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s luxury everywhere you look at this Pine Island home.

great upgraded appliances) opens to a stone paver patio that grows lush ivy over wonderful pergola views that span for gorgeous mile upon mile. It dazzles a jaw-dropping stage upon which one may laze, soaking up the beautiful landscapes this lovely farmland property has to offer perhaps with a glass of wine or morning cafe. An amazing pool area sets the scene for immensely private leisure, with a one-bedroom guest house done fabulously in barn chic dĂŠcor. It has its own kitchen and bathroom. If ever there was a place to take guests or retreat with oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family to get back to the basics of life (in great style), this amazing cedar-sided beautiful grand home with its 4 car garage, is the perfect place to share or grab some solitude as the earthy ease of the outdoors surrounds and stuns through plentiful windows and within a comfortable vibe of home. With 122 acres of gorgeous lush land, private hunting grounds, gardens and on-property border of the Wallkill river, there are nature paths and fields to ride horses or hike long walks. 20 rooms give it a luxury of spaciousness for tens of people should there be the necessity. What a lovely weekend home! Extra special amenities include an amazing oak wine cellar and master closet to die for featuring cherry cabinetry and tons of yardage for dressing; so posh! The town itself is a rustic haven near apple farms, wineries, breweries, golf and farm markets. Local produce inspired eateries and quaint shops pepper the area with endless opportunities for recreation amidst frequent seasonal festivals. There is even

Associate brokers Sandy Glazman and Patricia Sassi of William Raveiss Baer & Mcintosh with Hudson Valley stager Claudia Jacobs (left).

Cottage escape skiing, mountain biking, a water park and theater nearby… and some of the best ice cream in the world! Come tour this unbelievable destination that could be your place to return to again and again. Or, it could represent the most amazing business opportunity for which to plan a future in the hospitality industry as this is a location where the most glorious events could be held, from weddings to out-of-the-box corporate team-building agendas, should it be converted into the vacationer’s dream of which its surely worthy. Call Associate Broker Sandy Glazman of William Raveis Baer &McIntosh’s Warwick office today at 845-987-2000 to schedule a walk through and be ready to witness something truly singular. The home lists at $1,950,000, an unbelievable price for what could be your future, or your legacy.

StarFest is a wonderful day of songs and readings One to One Learning celebrated StarFest with a wonderful event. John Patrick Schutz, in choosing selections of songs and readings, promoted an atmosphere of peace, inclusiveness, joy, and fun. All of us needed to be up-lifted from the negative energy, sadness, and tragedy of our world. The songs didn’t tell us to forget but to find solace in community and to recover the energy of hope and action. JP Schutz started the concert off with “Help Is on the Way” noting the cries of all humanity, entering into pain and suffering but still with a chance that somewhere, out there help would come. Sue Matsuki’s rendition of “Devil May Care” reminded us to “Live, love today and let tomorrow what may”. Bob Mattern brought the peace and calm of “Panis Angelicus, the Bread of Angels, our way into the presence of God. Suzanne Du Charme charmed with readings from the “Merry Wives of Winsor” and together with Sue Matsuki reminded us of the important role that women play in society. It was serendipitous that JP noted that Marian McCabe was listed to be a guest at Star-Fest. He knew Marian when they went to Albertus Magnus High School and performed in plays, one of which was “Little Shop of Horrors”. Renditions from this show delighted the audience and you can be sure that you will be seeing Marian McCabe in future StarFests. Of course Tommy Dunn and Jan Lynch had us clapping, tapping our feet and dancing to the Oldies and Irish melodies. There were many other songs; The restaurants outdid themselves again this year with delicious foods. We hope that you will visit one of these restaurants to thank them for their generosity to

John Patrick Schutz performs at StarFest.

Bob Mattern.

Marianne McCabe.

Suzanne Du Charme.

Jan Lynch.

One to One Learning. Avispa, Bourbon Street, Brady’s Fox Hunt Inn, Del Arte, Gino’s Bagels, La Fontanella, Mia Cucina, Oscar Milano’s, Munno’s, Nyack Seaport, Pearl River Saloon, Posa Posa, Rocco’s, State Line, Turiello’s, Union, Valley Cottage Deli,

World of Food, and Restaurant X (Dessert) • Star-Fest IX September 16, 2018 • One to One Learning Hands of Hope Gala on May 4, 2018 Volunteer to teach. Call Sister Cecilia at 845-512-8176

JCC Rockland presents its annual Festival of the Arts, Books & Culture

Since 2004, the JCC Rockland has been producing its annual Festival of Arts, Books & Culture. This year, the festival will run from November 3 through December 4—presenting 10 programs--at the JCC’s West Nyack home. As its name implies, this is a vibrant celebration of the arts, which features many diverse subjects and appeals to audiences from all walks of life. The festival also provides a special spotlight on contemporary authors and their new works. It is the JCC’s hope that this year’s subjects will foster lively discussions among audiences, both during AND after the festival. History buffs will gravitate to three events in particular. Bryan Mark Rigg will present his book The Rabbi Saved by Hitler’s Jewish Soldiers, about one of the strangest (and most miraculous) civilian rescues of World War II, when a small group of German soldiers shepherded Rebbe Joseph Isaac Schneersohn out of Poland (November 7). In the course of the daring escape—traveling by train to Berlin, rerouted to Latvia and Sweden, and carried by ship through U-boat-infested waters to America—the Rebbe would learn a shocking truth. The leader of the rescue operation, the decorated Wehrmacht soldier Ernst Bloch, was

himself half-Jewish and a victim of the rising tide of German anti-Semitism. On November 19, Dr. Mendy Ganchrow will read from his novel The Five Day War, based on his actual experience when the Saudi Arabian government invited the author to serve as a surgeon in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A former BBC investigative reporter, Dina Gold will also speak about her book, Stolen Legacy, which chronicles how the Nazis confiscated her grandmother’s Berlin business (December 1). Gold will share her fight to retrieve her family’s building and the sordid history of the insurance company that had unjustly occupied it. For lovers of the performing arts and cinema, don’t miss the festival’s music, theater, and film programs. Frank Sinatra aficionado, Floyd Lapp will share the stories and actual recordings of some of

Ol’ Blue Eyes’ rare interviews and performances (November 3). One can spend a full day learning about the history of Jewish American composers, lyricists, and playwrights, as well as the Yiddish Theatre, as part of A History of Jewish American Music & Theatre (November 13). During this event, Art Aldrich will discuss the influence of talented migrants such as the Gershwins, Irving Berlin, and the Rodgers (nee Roginsky) family during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Dr. Diane Cypkin will lecture about the great Yiddish Theatre, as well as perform many of its most famous songs. The JCC’s festival travels to Connecticut’s Goodspeed Theater for a sold-out November 16 performance of Charles Strouse’s (Annie) 1986 musical Rags. Last but not least, Noah Isenberg will

Some of the wonderful programs presented by JCC Rockland at its annual Festival of the Arts, Books & Culture

use his book We’ll Always Have Casablanca to chronicle the amazing history and enduring legacy of the beloved film Casablanca (December 3). Filled with fresh insights into Casablanca’s creation, production, and legacy, We’ll Always Have Casablanca is a magnificent account of what made the movie so popular and why it continues to dazzle audiences 75 years after its release. The festival also features a number of health and food-focused events. Peter Gethers, author of My Mother’s Kitchen, will talk about his mother, Judy Gethers, a vital figure in the culinary world (November 18). The daughter of a restaurateur―the restaurant was New York’s legendary Ratner’s―Judy Gethers discovered a passion for cooking in her 50s. In time, she

became a mentor and friend to several of the most famous chefs in America, including Wolfgang Puck, Nancy Silverton, and Jonathan Waxman; she also wrote many cookbooks and taught cooking alongside Julia Child. The complicated world of families with dietary restrictions—whether keeping kosher, being vegetarian, or having food allergies—is the focus of April Peveteaux’s provocatively-titled Bake Sales Are My B*tch (December 4). Her recipes are particularly adept at dealing with the eight major food allergens and everything from school lunches and kids parties, to after-school snacks and, yes, bake sales. Whether you are a stressed-out parent or not, Peveteaux will lend some much-needed guidance and teach you to

make foods that will be a surefire hit. Today Show financial expert Jean Chatzky and the Cleveland Clinic’s Dr. Michael Roizen explain the vital connection between health and wealth in their book Age-Proof (November 30). All the money in the world doesn’t mean a thing if you can’t get out of bed. And the healthiest body in the world won’t stay that way if you’re frazzled over five figures worth of debt. Chatzky and Roizen will offer tactics and strategies to live longer, healthier, and more lucrative lives. This presentation of Age-Proof is made possible by the generosity of Micki and Jim Leader. For more information about the JCC Rockland’s Festival of Arts, Books & Culture (November 3 – December 4), check out the full schedule at www.jccrockland. org/abc. The Festival of Arts, Books & Culture is proudly sponsored by Ascape Landscape & Construction Corp.

Eric David Laxman is the Hudson Valley’s greatest sculptor

Story: Tom Riley The demand for the creations of Eric David Laxman continues to grow. Rockland artist Eric David Laxman sculpts substantial and elegant pieces that grace buildings, businesses and homes throughout the Northeast. His chosen materials are metal and stone. He takes these raw composites and energetically transforms them into something at once very real and highly conceptual. When he is pulling out of steel or marble its core character, his intensity is almost primal. It’s clear he’s wrestling with the essence of a shape until it acknowledges itself. He’ll use plasma cutters, oxyacetylene torches, arc welders, hammers, benders, and chisels if he has to-to liberate the thing within. Still for all the ferocity of the process, the finished sculpture is fine in the extreme. You don’t see the seams in anything Eric David Laxman has created. There is an elegant finish to his commanding pieces. Clean lines. A focus on the form and smooth joints within the scorched steel. Although his commanding works can be found throughout the northeast he has never forgotten his local roots. He has done pieces for the Pride Center in Nyack, the JCC “Y”, the RCC 9/11 Memorial, the YMCA sign in Nyack and currently his work is on display in the Lagstein Gallery in Nyack. He also is the Treasurer of the New York City Sculptors Guild. The feelings which gets invoked upon viewing a Laxman sculpture or custom hand railing are beauty and truth. There is an echoing of history, because of the pieces modernity, there is classicism at play and a real affirmation of life. Eric David Laxman has been influenced by early modern art and tribal art as well as Greek, Egyptian and Buddhist sculpture. That eclectic sensibility was what caught the attention of Nick Ashford when he was

Laxman’s Anahata sculpture in Beechhurst, NY

Above: Laxman at work on a new project. Right: Concentric in Yonkers, another wonderful work by Eric David Laxman.

looking to visually brand the Ashford and Simpson Restaurant in Manhattan. Eric’s numerous decorative metal elements became environment definers in the celebrated midtown setting. Eric’s sculptures and functional art grace the homes and gardens of several Hudson Valley and Connecticut estates, as well as some company headquarters and select U.S. art galleries. A diverse body of work also includes custom furniture and decorative metal. Laxman combines media exquisitely. EDL pieces are collectible, functional art. Focal points in a home, they are purposeful to use; pleasurable to own. It’s ennobling to own original art, To work with an interpretive artist, who can put your ideas and sensibilities into an evocative form which will last for generations-that is an opportunity not to be missed. Call Eric David Laxman, Artist, Designer and Fabricator at 845-304-7615 or Email him at eric@ericdavidlaxman.com. You can access his web site at www.ericdavidlaxman.com. His mail address is 112 Old Mountain Road, Upper Nyack, NY 10960.

National treasure of 1775 234 Congers Road, New City “While the country was preparing for Revolution, Washington’s cavalry were training at Squadron Boulevard in New City, not far from this home. Welcome to the historic home of H.R. Stevens.” Who??? Mr. Stevens, former Town Clerk of Clarkstown, the oldest known owner on record for this national treasure… Finding such a truly historic home for sale, let alone one built in 1775 before we were officially the United States of America, for $550,000, is a feat in itself. Not for the “Ask Adam” team, whose niche is representing interesting & unique properties and homes, but it is not by luck or magic alone. Adam Blankfort, NYS Real Estate Agent and “Master Technologist” of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh, has created the “Ask Adam” team with Sidney Goto, a Piermont resident/ NYS Real Estate Agent, who not only has a plethora of creative skills, but one of the best personal-

ities you will ever meet in this business. The combined skills of digital and visionary marketing, along with patented lead technology, with “white glove” service, is the magic… “Innovation is thrilling to us,” says Adam, whose family owns the 40 year old real estate agency, and this home is one prime example of their efforts. Originally a horse farm, this meticulously maintained .95 of an acre shows the convergence of Dutch and English building traditions, defining craftsmanship long since past. Passing through the gated entranceway

(I could not help but think that in its day, you passed through on literal “horse power”) you cant help but notice locally quarried red sandstone, hand hewn beams and brick chimneys that make up this stone marvel. Set among evergreen plantings and striking perennials, already your mood easily transitions from today’s presence, to yesterday’s past… and what a welcome emotional journey that becomes! The home was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2005, yet rest assured the new owner may add or

renovate this home to their particular liking. All the modern conveniences are here and then some. From energy star appliances, to central vacuum & air conditioning, even it’s own water conditioner and beautiful hardwood floors. Choose where you might like to read your next novel, by a wood burning stove in either the Study or Kitchen, and yet, the Grand Living Parlor; with it’s two separate fireplaces, makes the choice of just where to read and relax even more pleasantly difficult. When ready to escape to New York City, you are

a quick 30 min drive to the George Washington Bridge. An “old house buff” will marvel at the care and condition of this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with 2811 square feet of living space. A very comforting ambiance hits you in whatever rooms you wander through, upstairs or down, basement level as well. YES, it is all here throughout… paneled wainscoting, lath and plaster finishings, deeply recessed windows revealing the true thickness of the walls, federal style wooden ornate mantels, period moldings and original built-ins… The walk-out basement has plenty of storage and a workshop. Even the original door hardware and the weather vane from the 1700’s remain perfectly intact! A paved driveway curves in front of the house before ending in front of a stone and wood framed detached garage, with a second gated entry/exit. Our story doesn’t end here, as you close the gates behind you… it just begins. You can “Ask Adam” about this home by calling his cell at 845-641-3255, or email adam@baerhomes.com. You can contact Sidney on his cell at 646-765-8622, or via email at sid@baerhomes.com… either will be happy to give you a tour of 234 Congers Road in New City. You can call their office at 97 South Broadway in Nyack, 845-358-9440 and visit their award winning website at www. baerhomes.com. Every Tuesday between 11-1pm, you can tune in to watch “Ask Adam” Live on Facebook by going to facebook.com/baerhomes. The “Ask Adam” team shares exclusive live sneak peaks of the most unique homes in Rockland & Orange County… Be sure to like the page so you can stay notified about these live events!

YMCA Golf Committee (left to right) - Front row: Kevin Hanlon, Tom Mahoney, Kevin Reilly, Chuck Maze. 2nd Row: Michael Cunningham, Pete Scheibner, Tom Confrey, Gerry Kapusinsky, Julie Prevost, Chris Sampson, Eileen Carson, Maire Brosnan-Katavolos

YMCA holds 9th annual golf outing The Rockland County YMCA held its 9th Annual golf Outing at the Phillip J. Rotella Memorial Golf Course to benefit its YMCA Summer Camp Scholarship Fund. “We appreciate the support of our Principal Sponsors Black Bear/Dietz & Watson and PCSB Bank, Breakfast Sponsor – Town of Haverstraw, Yancey’s Fancy – Lunch Sponsor, and many other sponsors

which helped raise more than $12,000 in scholarships for children and teens to attend summer camps in Nyack at the YMCA and Kruckers Camp Grounds and Picnic Grove in North Rockland.” Commented Chuck Maze, YMCA CEO. The first place golf team included Gerry Kapusinsky, Sean Kapusinsky, Gary Kear and Kevin Reilly. The runner-up team included Michael Cunningham, Arnie Saltz-

man, Tim Hodges and Mike Kennedy. Other awards included: Men’s longest drive: Dan Mahoney Women’s longest drive: Jean Cammarata Closest to the pin: Hon. William Warren

Rockland Cemetery is a final resting place of rustic beauty

Cemetery manager Jackie Curtiss - the cemetery is open for burials of all races and religions.

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Rockland Cemetery is a beautiful 156 acre gemlocated at 201 Kings Highway in Sparkill. It is only 20% “developed.” The other 80% is prime wooded area with a gorgeous river view. The cemetery was created in 1847 by Eleazar Lord. He was an educator and the first President of the Erie Railroad. Dr. Lord envisioned a cemetery that would become prominent as the resting place for the deceased of the New York City area. Rockland Cemetery is now non-profit and non-sectarian. The amenities of eternal repose are moderately priced. Single Depth Graves are $1,900 while Premium Graves are $3,500. Cremain Only Graves are $1,500 and Infant Graves are $125. Prices for all graves include a fixed amount for permanent maintenance. One cremation may be placed in a grave with a casket burial, or one grave may be used for three cremations. Niches are above ground mausoleums for cremations. Within the Columbarium are the Niches. Jackie Curtiss, the cemetery manager, told us: “Rockland Cemetery is open for burials of all races, religions and walks of life. It is the final resting place of over 12,000 people.

“It is run by a Board of Directors and a truly dedicated staff. Local veterans groups and volunteer firemen pitched in with donations that helped Rockland Cemetery purchase a thousand flag-holders to secure the stars and stripes that honor the graves of nearly a thousand veterans from the Civil War all the way up to Iraq and Afghanistan and volunteer fire fighters. “Our cemetery is different. It is rural

and hilly and not cookie cutter. We allow for plantings at the grave and we are very respectful of veterans. St. John’s in Piermont offers a Mass for Veterans on Memorial Day. Our staff of five is constantly at work, keeping the cemetery beautiful.” Jackie added: “The cemetery is continually busy preserving the old, but also upgrading the grounds and its technical system to meet the needs of the future.

Rockland Cemetery is a beautiful wooded area created in 1847. “It has a five-year program underway to upgrade the miles of roads and trails that snake through the grounds. Another program that has been launched is an effort to digitize all of its records. “With the cemetery having opened 170 years ago in 1847, original handwritten documents have aged and it is time to

computerize everything to preserve it for future generations.” Jackie has been busy the last two years organizing those old records as well as hand-drawn site maps of the cemetery. She is working with a company to put all of the documents into digital files. During some weeks there are as

many as eight funerals scheduled. Rockland Cemetery is a place of natural beauty, affordable and open to all faiths. Call Jackie Curtiss at 845-359-0172 or email her at info@rocklandcemetery.com if you would like to learn more. You can access their web site at www.rocklandcemetery.org.

Saint Dominic’s Home is Now Saint Dominic’s Family Services. Steeped in history and poised for the future, Saint Dominic’s Home will now be known as Saint Dominic’s Family Services. The nonprofit human service organization has spent the previous year undergoing a rebranding process to update its name, tagline, mission statement and logo. The name change holds onto the values of the organization’s founding mission and more accurately reflects the vast array of family-focused services provided. The tagline is also more descriptive of the goals of the services provided: Empowering People, Preserving Families, Inspiring Hope Since 1878. Saint Dominic’s Home was founded by the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt in 1878. First

known as Saint Joseph’s Orphan Home and later Asylum of the Sisters of Saint Dominic, Saint Dominic’s Home began as an orphanage in the late 19th Century to care for orphaned and abandoned children from New York City. In 1962, the name was changed to Saint Dominic’s Home. “We are very proud of Saint Dominic’s long history of compassionate care to those most in need in our communities, a ministry which the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt began 140 years ago,” states Sister Mary Flood, O.P., Saint Dominic’s Family Services Board Chair. Throughout its existence, services have been added to meet the continuing needs of the community. The organization currently provides care in the following service areas with

compassion and dignity: foster care and prevention, developmental disabilities, community-based mental health, therapeutic education, and preschool services. About 2,000 children, adults and families are assisted each year in Rockland, Orange and Bronx Counties. This work is carried out by a well-trained and devoted staff of over 800 individuals. Judith D. Kydon, President and CEO, notes, “Today, Saint Dominic’s Family Services is a multi-service, 53 million dollar organization, well-positioned to face the future of service delivery. We are excited to continue our journey and commitment to enable those we serve to achieve their highest potential and live the most independent, stable, and fulfilling lives possible.”

Same commitment - new name

Realtors Sidney Goto and Adam Blankfort.

Live here the next spectacular chapter is yours

“…this is a home that enjoyed life; entertaining and all, while showing off the river in its differences, every single day…” This Grand Greek Revival was born in 1794 and expanded in the 19th Century. Often referred to as the “Periwinkle Blue House on the Hudson,” there is no doubt, that this river estate is equal to none. Interest in 245 River Road is reaching a crescendo as the global marketing power of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh takes hold and the digital marketing strategies of Adam Blankfort and Sidney Goto go into effect. Adam told us: “A double Doric columned entranceway invites you to a spacious wrap around veranda with seating areas that take advantage of the river vista views. You can’t help but pause to take in these views, and be absorbed by this home’s surrounding greenery of mature gardens, flowers and trees; even the pinnacle fountain, carefully centered on the tiered terrace, on your way to the front door, cast its spell.” Magnificent weeping cherry trees are a staple to this home. With their graceful drooping branches, in combination with the flowering magnolias, they trans-

form “Periwinkle” into a fairyland each spring… and, you haven’t even entered the front door. Sidney said: “Once inside, you are transformed almost instantly into the prop-

er period and wonder what the prior inhabitants witnessed as they saw the history of American maritime, sloops, sailing rigs, tugs, Liberty ships and passenger vessels glide by.

“As you enter through huge doorways into the grand foyer, you witness a wonderful flow of rooms. Almost everything has been painstakingly renewed throughout this home, right down to the original period detail, even the internal utilities, so no worries of failure due to modern use.” The finest of today’s amenities are to be found everywhere. The stunning chef’s kitchen as example, with its AGA stove is a knock out. Exposed beams, soapstone, windows and windowed doors, are either looking at yonder water views, or organic gardens and flowering spaces, where everything is precisely choreographed, to capture comfort, style and nature. “This 5 bedroom, 4 bath home on 1.37 acres has been tastefully decorated and exudes grandness, but at the same time, very family approachable.” The home has wonderful river access with a shared dock when desired and a Gunite swimming pool within its own plateau… that overlooks the Hudson River as well. “Elegance with class,” best defines the character of a four car multi-purpose garage, complete with heating & air condi-

Historic River Road gem tioning, separated by both levels and divides, bordered by a discrete wrap-around driveway… plenty of parking here. Situated between Piermont and Nyack in Grand View, you have turn key access to a wonderful lifestyle, hiking the adjoining 10 mile nature trail, easy transportation (in fact, with a wave of your hand, the bus to and from NYC will pick you up!) and an interesting array of restaurants, galleries and boating, all just a 25 minute drive to NYC. 245 River Road is listed for $2,195,000. For a comprehensive video tour of this property, visit www.LiveOnTheHudson. com. This home is being marketed personally by the “Ask Adam” team, where their combined digital marketing and patented technologies, bring about the best exposure in the market today. With personal impeccable service, this is the team for uniqueness of properties and maximum results. You can call Adam Blankfort on his cell at 845-641-3255 or email him at adam@ baerhomes.com. He will be happy to give you a tour of this home. You can reach Sidney on his cell at 646-765-8622 or email him at sid@baerhomes.com. Every Tuesday between 11-1pm, you can tune in to watch “Ask Adam Live on Facebook” by going to facebook.com/ baerhomes. The “Ask Adam” team shares exclusive live sneak peaks of the most unique homes in Rockland & Orange County…. Be sure to like the page so you can stay notified about these live events!

2017 Night of MAGIC Honorees - Left to right: Max Jacobs, Vice Chair of YMCA Board of Directors, Jen Laird White, Distinguished Service Award Honoree; Ileana Eckert, Service to Youth Award Honoree, Clarke Osborn, Community Service Award Honoree; and Chuck Maze, YMCA CEO.

YMCA to honor local heroes at a Night of MAGIC on Thursday, November 30

The Rockland County YMCA will host its Night of MAGIC (Making a Genuine Impact on Children) on Thursday November 30th at the Nyack Seaport to honor outstanding citizens and raise funds for YMCA youth programs. The Distinguished Service Award recipient will be Hon. Jen Laird White who has served as the Mayor of the Village of Nyack for three terms overseeing over $10,000,000 in grant funded projects including the upgrades to the downtown and waterfront, recreation programming and economic development. She is proud of Memorial Park with the new skate park, viewing platform, the playground and the new gazebo. She has greatly contributed to making Nyack a healthy and vibrant community. She has been a producer and correspondent for CBS News and has great new job as Director of Community Relations for the NY State Champlain Hudson Power Express. The Service to Youth Award recipient

will be Ileana Eckert, who is the Superintendent of Schools for the North Rockland Central School District. She has been an educator for 39 years. She serves as a Trustee for the Rockland Community College Board and as a member of the Rockland County YMCA Board of Directors where she is Making a Genuine Impact on Children. She also supports the youth through her active involvement with the Rotary Club of North Rockland and helping coordinate Haverstraw Police Athletic League Events. The Community Service Award recipient will be Clarke Osborn, Chief of the Suffern Police Department. He has been a lifelong resident of the Village of Suffern and community volunteer leader. He is the founder of the Suffern PBA/ Dare Holiday Toy Drive and the Suffern DARE Street Hockey League. He is a former coach for Suffern Youth Lacrosse and Suffern Little League.

He is an adjunct professor at Rockland Community College in the Criminal Justice Department and is serving as Vice President of the Suffern Central School District where he is making a positive impact on children and the community. The YMCA is a not for profit charitable organization which serves more than 7,000 youth and adults throughout Rockland County. Proceeds from the Night of MAGIC will benefit YMCA youth programs including: early child development, after school programs, teen activities, Youth &Government, youth sports, swimming classes and dance classes. Reservations for tickets are $125 per person and $225 per couple, and a group rate of $100 per person for a table of ten people. Journal Ads and sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information please contact Eileen Carson at ecarson@rocklandymca. org or Chuck Maze at the YMCA at 845358-0245.

You’ll get caring treatment at Walk-In Medical Urgent Care Dallas Worth, PA. C., points out some of the benefits at Walk-In Medical UrgentCare. She told us: “This is flu season and we’re fully stocked with Rapid Flu tests which can detect most common strains of flu. The sooner you get your flu shot, the better. “We also have Rapid Strep Test for Strep Throat which can give us the results in 5 minutes. Don’t ignore sore throat and flu like symptoms as they have the potential to lead to severe complications. “We send out a throat culture to ensure a proper diagnosis. While you are at our center, we can do your pulmonary function test to check for asthma and other ailments. “We offer pneumonia shots for those who need. At the Urgent Care office we offer Quadrivalent Flu Shot which can cover 4 virus strains. Dallas added: “What distinguishes us from many other urgent care facilities is our compassionate care. We believe in the personal touch. “Our patients feel well cared for. We follow up with them the next day. We really listen to our patients and try our best to do do what is right for them. I also like to explain to my patients what I’m doing and why. Dallas, who has been with the Neew City office for seven years, added: “We do blood draws right here and send out to the appropriate lab for tests. We also take most insurances.” Dr. J. Luthra, board certified in Emergency Medicine, is one of the owners. He further added: “ We offer flu vaccines for businesses on-site so employees do not have to leave their workplace. Our office is open 7 days a week and see all kinds of illnesses.

Dr. J. Luthra with Dallas Worth, PA, C, and their team.

“No appointments are needed About 30% of our business is occupational medicine and we serve the healthcare needs of small and large businesses. “Our providers are certified to do Department of Transportation (DOT) Physicals, Drug Screening, Vaccines and treat work related injuries and illnesses. Some of our offices have contracts with local Police and Fire Departments to do annual physicals. ” Here is what CR from New City said about her experience with Walk-In Medical Urgent Care in New City. We had taken flight insurance and after many hours and delays at the airport I became sick. The staff at Urgent Care were wonderful

and verified I had a stomach ailment. “ They filled out the medical paper and we got a full refund. I can’t say enough about the attentive staff and the professional, wonderful medical care I received from Dallas and her staff.” Walk-In Medical Urgent Care is located at 236 South Main Street in New City. They are next to Hallmark in The Clarkstown Plaza. You can call them at 845678-3434 or just walk in when you need immediate care. They take most insurances. You can access their web site at www. Walkin7days.com. You will receive immediate and high quality medical treatment at a convenient location.

Realtor Gail Bohlke is ranked in the top 3% in the nation.

Clermont condos have panoramic views and amenities galore Story: Tom Riley Gail Bohlke, Associate Broker at Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty, is rated in the top 3% in the nation, and is well known locally for her knowledge of the Rockland market and expert certification in all phases of real estate. She recently listed two real estate gems at the Clermont Condominiums in Nyack, a gated, luxury riverside complex that attracts home buyers throughout the Hudson Valley, NYC, and New Jersey! There are spectacular panoramic views to north, south and east of the magnificent Hudson River from the three-level penthouse condo at 2 Burd Street, . This spectacular 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath home features 2 balconies plus wraparound deck for total viewing enjoyment, as well as private elevator and private boat slip. Amenities include custom updated

Opposite page: 2 Burd Street has fantastic views of the river

kitchen, hardwood floors throughout, double-sided fireplace joining living room and dining room, huge skylight illuminating the stairway, master bath with Jacuzzi, central air and central vacuum. This unit enjoys easy hallway access to the riverside inground pool with multiple barbecue and lounging areas. There is also a storage room and garage parking. The home is attractively priced at $679,000 The Clermont complex is two blocks from the Village of Nyack and all it has to offer: antique shops, gourmet restaurants, cafes, farmers market, parades, and street fairs. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll enjoy a new lifestyle! The HOA fees include all exterior maintainance and landscaping, water, garage parking, riverside inground pool, totally outfitted gym and private marina . 2 Burd St unit has private elevator and boat slip. . Also offered at the Clermont is a duplex at 6 Burd Street, -- a lovely 2 bedroom, 2 full bath condo with southern views of the Hudson River and Governor Mario Cuomo Bridge, as well as northern exposure with river view and great courtyard views. Both bedrooms have balconies and all rooms are light and bright with large skylights illuminating kitchen and central stairway. The master bedroom enjoys a master bath with Jacuzzi, as well as north-facing balcony. There is private laundry in the unit as well as central air and central vacuum; also two parking places in the garage with elevator directly from the garage to the unit Enjoy the riverside inground pool and a large barbecue area, exercise room and private marina. This home is listed for $464,900. The demand for the magnificent condos at Clermont is leading to the development of more luxury condos just north of the Clermont which will provide great waterfront living in this desirable village. Both 2 Burd St and 6 Burd St condos must be seen to be fully appreciated. Call Gail on her Cell at 845-590-5555 and sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be happy to give you a tour of the units. You can also Email her at Gail. Bohlke@randrealty.com.

Rivertown celebrates at beautiful Banchetto Feast The latest Rivertown Exchange was held at the beaautiful Banchetto Feast in Nanuet. Owner Eddie Almeida served upa wonderful assortment of food. Don’t miss next month’s Rivertown Exchange at Sparkill Steakhouse, 500 Route 340 Sparkill. The date: Wednesday, November 8 , from 5.30 to 7.30. Photos: Tom Riley

Eddie Almeida, owner of Banchetto Feast, with Rivertown editor Phil Bunton.

Rosie and Taffy.

Jean and Celeste.

Rivertown’s Bunton chats with Hubert and Peggy Connelly.

From left, Diana, Gery, Irene, Lucille, Elsie and Eileen.

Ann, Fran and Phil.

Mona Cushnie-Walker and Monica Amy.

The Rivertown revelers settle down for some of the marvelous food at Banchetto Feast.

Tired of turkey? These recipes are just for you It’s easy to get a little tired of turkey during November so here are a few suggestions to add some variety to your life. The sheet pan dinner is a triumph, it’s very easy to prepare and simply delicious. It’s just a question of finding great quality sausages, peeling a few vegetables and whipping up a marinade, then into the oven and out comes a crowd pleaser. You’ll think I’m fibbing when I tell you these cookies are gluten free, refined carbohydrate and refined sugar free but I promise I’m not. I do think the consistency of the cookies are contingent on the almond butter used and how long you chill the dough. I used Barney’s creamy and it worked beautifully, I would also suggest at least 30 minutes chilling time. Be warned that the dough tastes so delicious a certain amount is bound to disappear whilst chilling in the fridge, it seems my family members can’t be trusted around cookie dough. As for the spaghetti squash it’s a beautiful plant based meal that can be added to your Thanksgiving table or made for any night of the week. It’s so good for you and swopping out the squash for refined carbohydrate spaghetti is simply common sense! Honestly it tastes better too. Chicken and Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner INGREDIENTS 4-6 chicken thighs or legs, skin on or off, if left on trimmed well 4-6 best quality sausages FOR THE MARINADE 1 scant tablespoon wholegrain mustard 1 heaped teaspoon runny honey Zest of 1 lemon and 1 orange Juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Above: Chicken and Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner. Opposite: Chocolate Chip, Almond Butter, Oatmeal Cookie. Below: Spaghetti Squash and Tomato Sauce.

½ teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon Harissa spice OR 1 teaspoon cumin, coriander and ½ a teaspoon of red pepper flakes, caraway and salt 14 cup olive oil

Scattering of olives - either black or green 1, small jar of artichoke hearts Sea salt, freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon finely chopped freshly pars-

ley

FOR THE VEGETABLES: 1 bunch carrots, peeled, cut into chunks. 1 large handful of small new potatoes, halved with skins left on. I medium or ½ large red onion, peeled and cut into small wedges 1 red bell pepper, cut into wide strips 1 orange, cut into discs skin left on 4 cloves garlic (in their skins - just squeeze out and spread on the chicken and sausages when cooked)

Heat the oven to 400F. Trim the fat of the chicken thighs and legs, place in a large bowl. In another bowl, zest the orange. Add all the ingredients for the marinade and whisk together. Pour over the chicken and sausages. Prepare the other vegetables and add them to the chicken and sausage, mix gently to combine. The mixture can be placed in the fridge for a couple of hours or proceed. Line a rimmed baking tray with parchment paper. Pour everything onto the baking

crowd the baking sheet, leave about 1-2 inches of space around each cookie. Cook in batches and leave the remainder of the dough in the fridge until ready to bake. Bake for approximately 12-14 minutes. Remove from the oven, allow to cool for 5 minutes then gently move the cookies to a cooling rack. Enjoy.

tray, make sure everything is nicely coated with the marinade. Grind a little extra pepper, a sprinkling of salt, and a little finely chopped parsley over the top. Place in the oven for approximately 50 60 minutes - or until the chicken and sausages are golden and the veggies cooked through. I tend to turn the veggies a little from time to time to ensure even cooking and no burned bits, although I do like them to caramelize well - so don’t overdo it! 7Allow to rest when removed from the oven for 5 minutes or so then serve straight from the pan. Chocolate Chip, Almond Butter, Oatmeal Cookie I love that you need one bowl, one spoon and a baking tray to make these, no fancy equipment and minimal washing up. If you’re moved to add some chopped walnuts or pecans, raisins, cranberries, dried cherries, white chocolate chips etc, I think you should go right ahead. \There’s hours of fun here. Try them with any combination your heart

desires, I can’t imagine you’d be disappointed. 1½ cups coconut sugar ½ cup gluten free oats 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pinch of salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon Approximately10 oz OR 1¼ cups creamy almond butter 1 cup chocolate chips Heat the oven to 350 F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl add the coconut sugar, oats, eggs, vanilla extract, salt and cinnamon and mix together until thoroughly combined. Add the almond butter mix thoroughly until smooth. Add the chocolate chips, mix to combine. Place in the fridge and allow to chill for AT LEAST 30 MINUTES. Remove from the fridge and scoop into small rounds using a teaspoon. Don’t over-

Spaghetti Squash and Tomato Sauce. Spaghetti squash is fun, not to mention delicious, beautifully nutritious and the perfect foil for pasta. No worries about gluten or carbohydrates, it’s all about vegetables here! 1 spaghetti squash olive oil Salt, pepper For the tomato sauce. 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped 1 - 2 tablespoons olive oil Sprinkling of sea salt 2-3 cloves garlic, minced 5-6 large fresh tomatoes, diced Splash of red wine (optional) A tablespoon of your favorite fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, basil are great options) Preheat the oven. Cut the squash in half, lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, then brush the cut sides with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place the squash, cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for approximately 40 minutes (depending on the size of the squash) or until cooked through. Remove from oven and scrape out the flesh of the squash - which will look like spaghetti. Place in a bowl. While the squash is roasting make the tomato sauce. Place the finely chopped onion in a heavy bottomed pan with the oil. Sprinkle over a little sea salt and cook on a low heat, stirring occasionally so as not to burn the onions. Allow the onions to caramelize - this could take up to 25 minutes. Add the minced garlic, continue to cook for another few minutes then add the tomatoes and wine if using. Bring to the boil, then turn down to a simmer and allow the sauce to bubble away until it reaches the consistency you are happy with. Add the fresh herbs and stir well. When ready to serve pour the sauce over the squash, top with more fresh herbs for a vegan dish or a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese if desired.

What’s mine is mine and what’s yours is mine

…an old, not so funny joke for many men going through the divorce process. Not to be sexist mind you, just a sore, bitter joke. The fact is, although not to be applied only in the divorce process, it is a true statement of sorts. Having nothing to do with sex, marital status, business structure or any of a number of arrangements where two or more individuals start out as joint entities on an account and one finds themselves surprisingly off the account, in the cold and sometimes devoid of an assetrather surprisingly. It’s very important to give great thought to how you title an account, and how you either keep assets segregated or combined between two or more people, whether it be for business or personal purposes. Let’s look at the biggest reason for joining assets- marriage. Most people, with a new marriage with nothing but happiness and success in mind open a joint account once married as they are setting up their new home and life. I am a big believer is running the finances of a marriage with inclusion of both incomes (if there are two incomes) to make things easier and to have a complete cohesiveness of supporting the lifestyle of both in the partnership or marriage. However, it is very important to be careful when thinking of joining assets that were

earned, inherited, awarded for a lawsuit or otherwise acquired before the marriage. The law says that assets that are kept segregated and are the source of pre-marital earnings, lawsuits, inheritances and awards for pain and suffering are not includable in the division of assets in the event of divorce. However, once you move the asset into joint name, all bets are off and it is inclusive in the settlement division. So, once you get married, it is important to be aware that as long as you keep your pre-marital assets separate in name, they are not includable in a claim of assets due to a divorce- what you came in with, you leave with. (Consult with your lawyer on this, as I have to disclose I am not an attorney and not in the practice of quoting law). Another issue I’ve seen through the years are parents putting money into UTMA accounts (Uniforms transfer to Minors Act) as the taxation for the minor is different than if the eventual money is to be used for college for your little darling. The thought is, why pay taxes on your invest-

ment gains at the parent’s tax rate when you can pay a lower rate if the money is in the child’s name and Social Security number. In theory, it makes sense, but Uncle Sam has accounted for this “can’t use” strategy. Once you put the money into your child’s name and Social Security number, you have made a completed gift to your child, and it now belongs to the child. If you then take it back and put it into you name, you are essentially committing a Federal offence, thus setting yourself up for many years behind big fences with barbed wire at “Club Fed.” Once you give it to your kid, it’s his or hers- you can’t take it back. Many have tried, some have gotten caught- the penalties vs. the amount of potential savings is not worth it, in my opinion, but some people will go to great lengths to avoid paying taxes. Seems a bit chancy, wouldn’t you think? Another game of chance I see, more than you think, is the movement of assets at a time our elderly parents need the assistance of nursing care or a nursing home. The adult children panic, seeing their inheritance moving to the hands of the nursing home, and quickly transfer the money out of Moms name, enroll her into the nursing facility and claim Mom has no money and the Government should pay for her staywhich could translate to hundreds of thousands of dollars. As they say- if it was easy, everybody would do it. Why pay for it if you could have Uncle pay for it? Well, believe me, they’ve heard it all, and seen it all. There is what is called the “five-year-rule-“before you can apply for assistance for Mom, the assets have had to have been transferred out of Mom’s name in excess of 5 years previous to applying for assistance. This, as well as many other reasons, are why people come to qualified Certified Financial Planners™ like myself to plan, before the future is now. It could save the family tons of money- with the correct planning, you can have your cake and eat it too- keeping the money in the estate while having Uncle paying for Mom. Easy and legalif you pre-plan. “What’s miners is mine and what’s yours is mine” can be averted with a plan enacted far in advance of when you need it. Don’t wait- it could be very, very costly…and cause aggravation and financial damage far beyond your wildest dreams. Neal A. Deutsch is a Certified Financial Planner TM & Registered Securities Principal, offering securities through First Allied Securities, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Neal is President of Chestnut Investment Group in Suffern, NY, helping people with financial planning since 1984. Please feel free to call Neal at 845.369.0016 or email him with your questions at neald@chestnutinvestment.com. Visit his website at www.chestnutinvestment. com

Yes, we know the column is titled Wine Talk but we recently jumped out of the box and went to a whiskey distillery in Nashville. We chose Corsair Artisan Distillery because they are small but growing and constantly developing new and interesting products. Not only do they distill but they start from the ground up. Since we are wine drinkers we did not have much knowledge of whiskey production. Corsair is housed in The Marathon Village complex, a former car factory dating from the early 1900’s. If you’ve been to the Garner Arts Center in Garnerville NY you have an idea of this style of brick factory architecture. Darek Bell an owner and founder of this company trained at Bruichladdich Distilling Academy in Scotland. This venture had its roots in Darek’s passion for home brewing. Eventually he became interested in distilling beer – producing whiskey! He got his friends Amy Lee and Andrew Webber involved and in 2008 Corsair was born. They turned their passion for beer into a passion for whiskey. There was only one slight problem, at that time it was illegal to make whiskey in almost all of Tennessee! Only three counties out of ninety-five allowed commercial distilling. They did own a distillery in Bowling Green, Kentucky where they made and still make gin, vodka, rum and absinthe. So for two years they worked on changing the laws in Tennessee and eventually the laws were rewritten. They opened their Nashville facility in 2010. They now own three distilleries and a 400 acre farm in Bells Bend, Tennessee where they grow their own barley, wheat, rye, hemp and also grapes. They also roast their own barley to control for flavor. They didn’t want to be just a craft distillery. They had to be creative. In Nashville they create small batches of whiskey in a still that pre-dates Prohibition. They need 800 gallons to make 90-105 gallons of whiskey. We found out about head, hearts and tails in distilling. When the product comes out of the still the first portion (5%) is called head which is pure alcohol and methanol. The next part the heart is 160-140 % and is much smoother. The tail is watered down alcohol. They also put their product in new wood barrels that have been toasted inside. The toast or char is pulled out which gives flavoring and color. They use 15 gallon barrels mostly of white oak from Minnesota. In this size they need to age 4-8 months instead of 2 years. They are also trying 5 gallon barrels. When they make whiskeys that have two grains they make batches of each and mix to taste. We tried a few of their whiskeys. Ryemageddon Rye, which is 92 proof and has a malted, chocolate note with a touch of spice was one. We also tried their Spiced Rum which they age with vanilla, cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon, citrus peel and strain before bottling. It was smooth, delicious and a perfect antidote to the cold weather ahead of us. • Nyack Wine Cellar, 43 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845 353 3146. Please visit our website at nyackwinecellar.com

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Cranberries - aka Sassamanesh

One of 3 native fruits originating in North America that were previously unknown elsewhere, along w/blueberry (it’s cousin) and the concord grape it was named by pilgrims “crane berry” because the flower resembled the Sandhill Crane. The lst known use of the word “cranberry” was in 1647 by missionary John Eliot who likely said “please pass the cranberries Sarah” probably at Thanksgiving. The First Peoples who lived here, uh, first, called it Sassamanesh, mashed it with fat and meat and used it as a super food in pemmicana, the first energy bar. They also dyed fabrics with it, and, it was said by somebody or other, healed people with cranberries. We Second Peoples who came later and were taught by those Indigenous Peoples, used it to prevent scurvy on long ocean voyages; thank you yet again you First Native people who were here first, fellas. We thanked them by giving them diseases, marching them onto reservations, and today by polluting their fisheries with, you didn’t guess it, cranberry farm fertilizer run-off up in Wisconsin into a lake on which live the Lac Courte Oreilles tribe, a band of the Chippewa up there. We are so nice. Eat organic cranberries that don’t have pesticides, please. Much later, when the bees were brought here and cranberries tasted great sweetened, the first successful cultivation of cranberries was done by a Captain Henry Hall in 1810. They were harvested with wooden “scoops” with combs on the ends. You can buy them (the scoops) on E-bay. Well maybe not the one he used, but some rip off of the original. Cranberries have little air pockets in their core which help them float, and. today thirty six thousand acres of cranberries are collected each year, about half of which are in Wisconsin, a third in Massachusetts, and the rest in New Jersey, Oregon & Washington. Wisconsin’s cranberry marshes are protected land that is also used for rare and endangered wildlife such as loons, bald eagles, wolves and honest politicians. Famous for helping to prevent urinary tract infections by keeping bacteria from adhering to the cell wall of bladders and other parts out there, cranberries have also been studied for their anticancer, antioxidant, antilithogenic (anti-kidney stone for-

The ABCs of Health and Nutrition By Dr. Joanne T. Gjelsten Chiropractor

mation) and antiwar properties. An exciting finding, well I thought so after I found this little piece of information, by a Canadian University Dept. of Physiology and Pharmacology found that cranberry “presscake”, the substance left when squeezing the juice out of the berries, “when fed to mice bearing human breast tumor cells, was shown previously to decrease growth and metastasis of cells”. (Mice with human breast tumor cells…geeezz!) As a result, researchers isolated the active flavanoid, an extract (called Fr6) that had anti-tumor activity on 8 cancer cell lines of multiple origins, such as skin, breast, prostate, lung, and brain. The mice said it’s nice to now fit into their bras but don’t ever try that on them again. As an antioxidant, 100 grams of cranberry is equivalent, according to one study, to 1000 mg’s of Vit. C in preventing oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol, something you don’t want happening in your arteries, Bill. Another study showed that the proanthocyanidins in cranberries give it its anti-urinary tract infection (UTI) characteristics. Other types of proanthocyanidins, which can be found in chocolate, grapes, and green tea were also tested in the same study. Anti-adhesion activity was found in those found in cranberries, but only minor activity found in non-cranberry foods, which in English means cranberries were best at keeping your urinary tract free from infection by certain bacteria. Another study indicated cranberries may also inhibit some flu viruses. A caveat: British doctors found that 5 patients who were on WARFARIN, aka Coumadin, a blood thinner, had side effects from drinking cranberry juice. They suspected that the juice increased the potency of the blood thinner. An enzyme (flavanoid) called Cytochrome P450 that breaks down warfarin may be inhibited

by cranberry juice. There were only 5, of many, but I thought I’d mention it anyway, as you guys on blood thinners should know this. Ask your Doc. Of course, we all remember the “cranberry scare” of 1959 (ok not me), when contamination by a weed killer that was said to cause cancer in rats, was found in some of the shipments of cranberries. So everyone went home and cried because there were no cranberries for Thanksgiving. A couple of “Federal Authorities” at the time decided to eat them anyway and that was the end of that. Of the scare, and possibly them, who knows? AS with all veggies and fruits, cranberries have lots of fiber, Fitz, which we all know is good for foofin’, a word I just made up, so you don’t get bogged down, pun intended, in your digestive tube. The National Cancer Institute recommends eating 5 to 9 servings of fruit & vegetables/day. Let’s see, that’s cranberries with breakfast on yer oatmeal, an apple for mid morning, (poop) a salad for lunch, a fruit mid afternoon, (poop) 3 veggies for dinner, and a fruit for dessert, and oh, uh, poop. What are we up to now, about 8. Ok, someone help me get to 9 here so we don’t get constipooped! Did you know that you can keep cranberries in your freezer for up to a year before you throw them out? Or you can wash them off and serve them to Aunt Tillie on Thanksgiving of the following year. So eat, and drink, and be merry Mary with your cranberries, don’t watch TV, especially the news this year when you sit down to eat with the family, and have a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving! Disclaimer: where I exclaim in tiny writing: The products and claims made about specific products in this article have not been evaluated by any regulatory health authority and are not approved to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. The information provided in this article and all articles by Joanne Gjelsten, Doctor of Chiropractor, is for informational purposes only. You should consult with a healthcare professional, your Doctor, before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any or stopping any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. 845 358 2687. Offices in Nyack and Chestnut Ridge. By Appt. www.godrjo.com Rerun of 2007 article by Joanne Gjelsten, Chiropractor, or Choirpractor should you wish to mispronounce it. ;-)

Blauvelt Free Library

ADULT PROGRAMS Book Chat | Wednesday, November 15 at 7 pm. Educator, Evelyn Murphy presents a lively discussion of a popular book on the third Wednesday of every month. This time, the group will consider “The Wangs vs the World” by Jade Chang. Books are available at the library circulation desk. Call Evelyn at 845-480-4165 to let us know you’re coming. Friends Trip: The Glenn Miller Orchestra | Monday, December 11, 5:30 pm . The Friends of Blauvelt Library invite you to join them for a dinner time performance by The Glenn Miller Orchestra at Westchester Broadway Theatre. Officially recognized by the Glenn Miller Foundation, this is the lineal heir to the swing era’s most popular recording orchestra. Experience many of Glenn’s hit songs, like Moonlight Serenade, String of Pearls, Chattanooga Choo Choo, and more. Your $85 ticket includes coach transport, dinner and gratuities. For show info, call Friends President, Alice Ryan at 845 398-3590. Cash or check made out to Friends of Blauvelt Free Library required at time of in-person registration. Library number is 845 359-2811. SELECTED YOUTH PROGRAMS Twist ‘n’ Shout Toddler Time | Every Wednesday, 10:15 am or 11:15 am. Join Marybeth for stories, puppet play, songs and movement. Ages 10 months to 3 years. StoryCraft | Every Wednesday + Thursday, 2 - 3 pm. Join Fran or Nicole for stories, puppets, songs, and a craft. Ages 2 ½ to 5, in the Children’s Room. T*A*W*K* Teens at Work Klub | Thursday, November 2, 4 pm. Our Teen Advisory Board meets to help plan programs, order media and earn Community Service hours. Grades 6 through 12. Music Monday with Fran | Monday, November 6 at 10:30 am. Interactive music play with puppets and instruments. Ages 1 - 5. Space limited, call to register. Snug as a Bug in a Rug | Tuesday, November 7, 10:30 am. With Cornell Cooperative Extension. Learn about the different ways animals prepare for winter, with stories, games and a craft. Ages 3 - 5. Call to register. Family Fun Night Thursday, November 9, 6:30 - 8 pm. Play board games, cards, puzzles or chess with your kids or friends. Drop in. Singles welcome. Sing and Dance with Mr. Kurt | Monday, November 13, 4:30 pm. Funny songs, wacky props and bubbles! Ages 2 – 7. Please call to register.Rise ‘n’ Shine Storytime | Tuesday, November 14, 10:30 am. Ages 3 - 5. Listen to stories and make a craft. Please register at 845 359-2811. Paws for Reading | Monday, November 20, 4:15 – 5:15 pm. Therapy Dogs Buster and Paco love to hear kids read. Register for one of eight, 15-minute sessions at 845-359-2811. Grades K – 5. Legos for Littles| Tuesday, November 21, 10:30 am – 12 pm. Have fun building with Duplo blocks. Ages 2 to 5. Meets in the Children’s Room. Moovie and Poopcorn | Friday, November 24, 11 am. “Despicable Me 3” (PG) 90 min. Ages 6 + up. Can Gru and his long lost twin brother defeat an angry former child star who vows revenge against the world? Popcorn, too!

The Guide

Legomania Lego Club | Friday, November 24, 4:30 – 6 pm. Bring your own Legos, or use ours. Any Lego donations are welcome. Ages 6 + up. Meets in the Children’s Room.

Haverstraw King’s Daughters Library

Friday Matinee: Family Classics - Fridays, November 3, 10, 17, 24 1pm. Warm your heart with this family classics from your youth. Nov. 3 -Heidi (88 min). Nov. 10 - The Little Princess (91 mins). Nov. 17 - Hans Christian Anderson (112 mins). Nov. 24 Miracle on 34th Street (97 min) Friday Matinee: Holiday Fun! Fridays, December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Enjoy a fun and festive holiday film on our large screen! Dec. 1 A Christmas Story (98 mins) Dec. 8 It’s a Wonderful Life (130 min) Dec. 15 Holiday Inn (101 min) Dec. 22 White Christmas (120 mins) Dec. 29 The Bells of St. Mary’s (126 mins) Telling Your Life Story - Wednesday, November 1 1:30pm. Every life is unique and valuable. There is no “wrong “approach to telling your story. This workshop, led by a professional personal historian, will get you started doing something you have probably thought about doing for a long time! Class size is extremely limited. Registration required. Eat Smart New York - Thursdays, November 2, 9, & 16 1pm. Eat Smart New York sponsors classes to help us shop, cook, and eat healthier. You will get the opportunity to sample some healthy snacks. In conjunction with Cornell Cooperative extension, Sonia McGowen will be presenting a series of workshops at the main library: Thursday, November 2 : Meet Your Goals Step-byStep Thursday, November 9: Healthy Food That Tastes Great Thursday, November 16: Re-think Your Drink Bow Making Wednesday, November 9, 7 pm. Learn how to make customized bows for all your gift wrapping, crafting or decorating needs. (Learn basic skills that can be adapted to all sizes of bows, suggestions of when and how to use, plus some cost-saving suggestions for purchasing of supplies.) Class size is limited. A $5 non-refundable materials fee due at time of registration. Honoring Those Who Served - Thursday, November 2, 7pm. Professor James Kane returns to honor the brave men and women who served in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam through lecture, audio, and slides. For Those Who Served: A Brunch for Veterans and Their Spouses. Sunday, November 12, 2pm. In honor of the sacrifices made by Veterans and their spouses, we will be serving a tasty brunch served by our teen volunteers. No registration required. Individual Resume Workshops with Eileen Grimm. Tired of your resume? Not getting interviews? Career counselor, Eileen Grimm, will help you

recreate your resume to make it stand out. No matter your experience or what job you’re looking for, there are important “insider tips” you need to know. By appointment only. Monday, November 13 6-8pm Alicia’s Colors – Paint With Me! Monday, November 13 7pm. Join local artist Alicia Benton for a 2-hour workshop where you will be creating a beautiful painting using acrylics. Come in and have fun while learning some simple techniques as you paint your own version of “Elevation”. Class size is limited. Registration is required with a $3 materials fee due at time of registration. Rodin at the Met –Irene Wisoff. Wednesday, November 15 1pm. Monumental Rodin sculptures can be seen by museum visitors in collections throughout the world. This slide-lecture presented by Irene Wisoff focuses on the life and art of Rodin and the new exhibit at the Met. Annual Holiday Blood Drive - Thursday, December 21 11 1-7pm. The Hudson Valley is still in the midst of a severe blood shortage. Please help save lives with your donation of life-saving blood. Blood collected will also benefit hurricane victims in Puerto Rico. No appointment necessary. Sunday Concert Series - Home Grown String Band. Sunday, November 5 2pm. Join The Homegrown String Band for a rollicking ride through the sounds of American music, from the driving rhythms of old-time dance tunes to the mournful sounds of mountain ballads and blues. Herve Alexander Jazz Band - Sunday, November 19 2pm. Listen to the smooth stylings of this amazing Jazz band that has been performing throughout the metropolitan area for the last 5 years. Rockland County Catholic Choir – Christmas. Sunday, November 17 2pm. The amazing Rockland County Catholic Choir returns for their annual Christmas concert. Bring the entire family! Financial Seminars - Main Street Asset Management will be presenting a three-part series on asset management: Tuesday, November 21 6:30 pm Estate Planning. Monday, December 18 6:30pm Preparing for Retirement. Thursday, January 11 6:30pm Investment Strategies Empire Safety Defensive Driving - December4 & 11 & 5:45pm – 8:45pm. Registration is required. A $23 fee, check payable to IAN PRASTIEN is required at the time of registration. Space is limited, so sign up now! YOU MUST ATTEND BOTH CLASSES FOR CREDIT. Relieve Stress through Meditation - Tuesday, December 5 7pm. Too often incessant stress, distraction, and constant challenges leave us worn out and worn down. Many of us assume there is no way out of this and resign ourselves to an uninspired and unfulfilling life. In this workshop we will learn a simple yet highly effective method to help still our restless mind and achieve a state of lasting happiness. Armchair Art Tours - From Saint to Santa. Thursday, December 7 2pm. Through centuries of art, much of it now in East Coast museums, we’ll explore how a Turkish bishop evolved into one of Christian-

ity’s most beloved saints. Then in American artwork we’ll see Nicholas change again—into Santa Claus. This slide/lecture is presented by Dr. Michael Norris, who spent over twenty years working at The Cloisters Museum and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The Attack on Pearl Harbor - Thursday, December 7 7pm. December 7th is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Join Professor James Kane for a comprehensive look at that fateful day and the war in the Pacific through lecture, slides, and music. New York City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker - Thursday, December 14 1pm & 6:30pm. Experience the wonder of New York City Ballet’s iconic holiday classic on the big screen. Filmed and produced by Lincoln Center. (110 mins)

New City Library

Frank Sinatra Rarities Reprised - Thursday, Nov. 2, 7 PM. Watch, listen and discuss, as Sinatra expert Floyd Lapp shares his collection of Ol’ Blue Eyes’ performances. Broadway in My Heart - Sunday, Nov. 19, 2 PM. Broadway performer Karen Luschar presents a concert of classic Broadway tunes known for their beauty, strength and fun. Registration is required. Call 634-4997, ext. 139. Journey to China - Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2 PM Photographer and anthropologist Barry Kass takes you on a trip to Shanghai and Hong Kong, the Great Wall and the Yangtze River. We Are the Earth’s Caretakers - Wednesday, Nov. 29, 7 PM. Find out how the environmental decisions we make today will effect our country and our world, with Tom Riley, author of The Big Green Book.

Nyack Library

Thursday, November 2, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm - Financing Your Education. Financing Your Education (for high school juniors/seniors and their parents). The workshop includes a 45 minute PowerPoint with time for questions and answers along with brochures that individuals can take with them. Some of the subjects include are: filling out the FAFSA, grants, scholarships, and the various types of loans. We will also discuss how to determine the amount of aid you qualify for and some pretty great programs New York State has available for students to help them after graduation. Presenter: Scott Ahrens, Student Protection Program Administrator, New York State Department of Financial Services. Saturday, November 4, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Sunday, November 5, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm. HUGE 2-DAY BOOK SALE Sponsored by The Friends of The Nyack Library Wednesdays, November 8 & 15, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Youth Mental Health First Aid (Sessions 1 & 2). This Program is designed to give parents, educators and community leaders some key skills to help a youth or teen who may be developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. This is an 8 hour program, 4 hours each day. Wednesday, November 8, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Individual Career Counseling Appointments: Half hour appointments will provide an opportunity for individ-

uals to explore pertinent career/job search issues, i.e. resume preparation, interviewing techniques, job search strategies, career exploration/transition and other career related issues. MUST Register with the Ref. Dept. at ext. 214 ONLY Thursday, November 9, 11:30 AM - 4:30 PM American Red Cross Blood Drive. Please visit www. redcrossblood.org and use Sponsor Code: NyackLibrary to make your appointment or call 1-800-RedCross Thursday, November 9, 7:00 pm - Wine: A Matter of Taste. Wine, like Art, draws us to ponder it and compels us to celebrate life. It is truly a personal experience. Each winemaker makes a stylistic choice about the wine they wish to produce and each consumer does the same.The why and how of the body and soul of wine. JoAnn DeGaglia CSW,CS,CWJ Certified Specialist of Wine Society of Wine Educators Certified Sommelier USSA Certified Specialist of American and Italian Wine North American Sommelier Assn. $5 materials fee payable at the door. Please Register/ Space is limited. Friday, November 10, 7:30 pm - Carnegie Concert Series presents: Merz Trio. Merz Trio Is A Bold, New, Fiercely Creative Ensemble. Formed in January 2017 as a collaboration between pianist Lee Dionne, violinist Brigid Coleridge, and cellist Julia Yang, Merz Trio has already received invitations to leading chamber music competitions and was the winner of a Judges’ Special Recognition Award at the 2017 Plowman Competition. Brahms Opp. 99, 100, and 101 - The summer of 1886 produced three of Brahms’ finest chamber masterpieces, the F Major Cello Sonata, Op. 99, the A Major Violin Sonata, Op. 100, and the C minor Piano Trio, Op. 101. Merz Trio performs these works together in a program heard rarely by modern audiences, but one performed numerous times by Brahms himself in the years following these works’ composition. Reservations may be made by going to www.nyacklibrary.org/calendar. A $10 Donation to The Friends of the Nyack Library is requested at the door. Saturday, November 11, 2:00 pm - M&M Performing Arts presents Marriage is Murder. M&M Performing Arts brings a murderously funny comedy by Nick Hall to the library. Ex-spouses Paul and Polly Butler write murder mysteries together. They act out the crimes in Paul’s apartment: poisoned chocolates and lethal martinis, alibis and fingerprints and bodies all contribute to the hilarity. There are many fast paced comic twists as they attempt to outdo and surprise each other and they learn that marriage, like murder, is in the details. Free Admission Register at www.nyacklibrary.org or ext. 214 Wednesday, November 29, 7:00 pm - Armchair Walking Tour. The Historical Society of the Nyacks hosts a program on The South Nyack Trail Signs. Andrew Goodwillie, South Nyack Village Trustee, presents a preview of the historical markers that will line the Esposito Trail in 2018. Thursday, November 30, 7:00 pm - Coming Home: A Conversation in Black and White. (moderated by Veterans Service Organization, Rockland County) We will preview short clips from Ken Burns’s new documentary The Vietnam War, followed by a conversation between two veterans of the Vietnam War:

Willie Trotman (U.S. Army, Vietnam 1968) and Gerald McCarthy (USMC, Vietnam 1966-67, 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Marines) The conversation will be followed by a short presentation by New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia Veterans Resource Center on PTSD, Q & A and audience participation.

Palisades Free Library

Adult Programs French Language Meetup – Mondays in November, 11:30 am. Beginner and intermediate/advanced groups. Learn and practice French in a fun, collaborative, and relaxed environment with native speaker, Marianne Scordel. Learners of all levels welcome. Visit the library’s website for more information. Open Mah Jongg Play – Tuesdays in November, 11:00 am. Advanced beginners and experienced players welcome for casual, non-competitive play. No instruction is provided and we recommend that you bring your own National Mah Jongg League card. The Artist’s Way Monthly Meetup – Wednesday, November 1, 7:00 pm. Whether you create art to live or simply wish to live more creatively, find your motivation while we explore The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. Bring your artwork, writing, music, etc. to share with the group. Newcomers welcome! Cookbook Club – Thursday, November 9, 7:00 pm. Stop by the library to pick out a recipe from Minimalist Baker’s Everyday Cooking. Enjoy wine with your meal selected by the experts at The Grape D’Vine. Registration required. Esplanade Book Club - Friday, November 17, 11:00 am. Join us for a new librarian-led book discussion meeting every month in the auditorium of The Esplanade at Palisades. This month we’ll be discussing Celine by Peter Heller. DIY Organics: Make Your Own Face and Lip Balms – Wednesday, November 29, 7:00 pm. Custom-make your own face and lip balm using essential oils and other natural ingredients with librarian and DIYer Cheryl McNeil. Take both home to keep and make an extra sample size lip balm (or two!) to give as a gift, just in time for the holidays. All materials provided (gift bag included!). Registration required. Teen Programs Teen Craft Club – Monday, November 13, 6:15 pm. Come to our new Teen Craft Club! Join us to make a fun craft. Registration required. Children’s Programs 1000 Books Before Kindergarten - There’s no better way to bond with your child and give them an early educational boost than to read with them on a daily basis. The Palisades Free Library is excited to now be participating in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program and hope you will join us! Snug As a Hug On a Rug – Thursday, November 2, 4:30 pm. An interactive investigation about why the arrival of autumn causes special changes in many of our local woodland animals. Program of the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County. Ages 3 – 5. CS: Alpha - Tuesdays, November 7 & 21, 7:00 pm. Build a basic website using HTML and CSS. Partic-

ipants will learn how to insert images, videos and text into a page, and also change the styling and text on their site. Participants will need a charged laptop, and be able to log on independently. Open to 4th - 6th graders in the SOCSD. Registration required.

Rivertown Film

Broadway at Depew, Nyack, NY All films presented digitally Information: 845.353.2568 or www.rivertownfilm.org Tickets at the door, in advance from 800.838.3006 or online at www.rivertownfilm.org Unless otherwise noted: $12 general admission $9 for students, seniors and general Rivertown Film members $8 for student and senior Rivertown Film members Call for group tickets Friday, November 10 – 7:30 PM at Nyack Center INSPIRED! The creative process is a mystery, known only to the artist. Or is it? Not always. Rivertown Film returns to this question to give you further insight into some of the interesting and unusual places that inspiration comes from. Thirteen artists from various disciplines—photographer, filmmaker, singer, dancer, sculptor, painter, actor and more—reveal in rapid fire what inspires them via 10 slides at 20 seconds per slide. This truly inspiring and always entertaining evening will begin at 8:00 PM. Tickets are $35, $30 for members, and include complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine available for a small contribution, and the opportunity to mingle with artists before and after the presentation. Tickets always sell briskly to Inspired!, so don’t delay. For information and tickets, go to www.rivertownfilm.org or call 845-353-2568. Sponsored by WELD REALTY Wednesday, November 15 – 8:00 PM at Nyack Center. THE WEDDING PLAN Directed by Rama Burshtein With Noa Koler 2017, Israel, 110 minutes, comedy/romance, in Hebrew with English subtitles, rated PG Michal is blindsided by her fiancé when he calls off their wedding with only a month’s notice. Unwilling to return to single life, she puts her trust in fate. She enlists matchmakers, books a venue, buys a dress, sends invitations, and resists pleas by family and friends to reconsider her plan. As the day of the ceremony grows closer and no suitor appears, she puts everything on the line to find happiness. “Unique, idiosyncratic and spiritual. . . The Wedding Plan is not your mother’s rom-com.” – Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times “This ordinary-sounding movie is actually pretty special.” (A NYT Critic’s Pick) – Ben Kenigsberg, The New York Times “You might not agree with Burshtein’s thoughts on love and relationships (or you might), but either way, it is thought-provoking. And it isn’t preachy. There actually is comedy and romance; it’s just not a movie that panders.” – G. Allen Johnson, San Francisco

Chronicle Saturday, November 18 – 7:00 PM at Ramapo Cultural Arts Center. ROCKLAND YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL Free Admission! The Rockland Youth Film Festival is an international showcase for young filmmakers from around the world and right down the block who have produced their own films in categories ranging from drama to comedy to commercials. What these artists of tomorrow all share are positive images and outlooks and a great talent for filmmaking. Visit the RYFF, now it its third year, and be amazed. Rivertown Film is a proud to support the Rockland Youth Film Festival. Saturday, December 2 – 7:00 PM at Nyack Center. A live concert with film projections. Dylan Kay and Rivertown Film present Animals & Dark Side of the Moon The ten-piece band Dark Side of the Hudson returns to the Nyack Center to perform Pink Floyd’s 1977 release Animals and 1973 release Dark Side of the Moon, just as you remember them, with many of the iconic British band’s original film projections. Music has accompanied movies since before sound was attached to film, but in the ‘60s and ‘70s bands like Pink Floyd and experimental filmmakers inverted the idea of the movie score by adding movies to live music. Dark Side of the Hudson pays homage to the masters of psychedelic rock and unites the art of music with the art of motion picture in a live concert setting. Dark Side of the Hudson sold out their previous two performances at the Nyack Center, and this one is sure to sell out fast. This incredible, not-to-bemissed performance, tears down The Wall between music and film!

Rose Memorial Library

On display in the Irving G. Kennedy room: November Children’s Displays by: Our Young Patrons - Do you have art, artifacts, or a special collection that you would like to display at the library? Please contact: jmahoney@rcls.org Adult Programs To register for adult programs, visit us online or call 845-786-2100 ext 13 National Novel Writing Month: Come Write In! - All month long, during open hours. Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo)? Need a quiet place to charge your laptop and hammer out another thousand words? Gather with other NaNoWriMo writers to “talk shop.” If you get writers block, try one of our prompts! Open to teen and adult participants. Be sure to stop by for our “Half Way There!” meet up, Wednesday, November 15th at 5:00 pm. No registration required. Hoopla: An Introduction - Thursday, November 2nd at 2:00 pm. Have you tried Hoopla yet? Hoopla is a service that allows you to download eBooks, music, movies, TV and more for free on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Come join us for an introductory tutorial and get started borrowing today! Chakras: The Inner Workings of the Self - Thursday, November 9th at 6:00 pm. ould you like to know about your Chakras? For those willing to turn inward,

the energy centers of the body known as Chakras have aided humanity in living better and more fulfilling lives. Whether you are deeply knowledgeable or just mildly curious, you are welcome to come and discover! Registration required. Children’s Programs To register for children’s programs, visit us online or call 845-786-2100 ext 12 Eat Smart NY: Nutrition Program for Kids - Tuesday, November 7th at 1:00 pm. Eat Smart NY Nutrition Educator Sonia McGowan will demonstrate how to prepare a fun & healthy snack, followed by a fun, physical activity for kids. Food sampling and recipes will be provided. For ages 5 & up with a caregiver. Registration required. “Snug as a Hug on a Rug” with Cornell Cooperative Extension - Monday, November 20th at 2:00 pm. Presented by the Master Gardeners of the Cornell Cooperative Extension, “Snug as a Hung on a Rug” is an interactive pre-S.T.E.A.M. investigation about why the arrival of autumn causes such special changes for both young children and local woodland animals. Preschool children will be introduced to the basic concepts of adaption (stay), hibernation (sleep), and migration (leave) of six local woodland animals. Stories, a sing-a-long, and a craft will be included. For ages 3-5. Registration required. Teen Programs To register for teen programs, visit us online or call 845-786-2100 ext 12 Teen Movie: Wonder Woman - Friday, November 3rd at 4:30 pm. Join your friends for a movie and popcorn and enjoy a film geared towards teens. This month we’ll be showing “Wonder Woman.” Rated PG-13, 141 minutes. Teen Games - Tuesday, November 7th at 5:00 pm. Come by the library after school to game with your friends. Learn to play Chess or delve into board games like Scrabble, Uno, Mancala... pick your favorite! Video games will also be set up to play. For ages 12-18.

Tappan Free Library

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 - Movie: Wonder Woman (PG-13) – Wednesday, November 1 at 5:30 p.m. at the Tappan Library. When a pilot crashes and tells of conflict in the outside world, Diana, princess of the Amazons, leaves home to fight, discovering her full powers and true destiny. 141 min. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 3593877 for info. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4 - Trash to Garden Treasure – Saturday, November 4 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn ways to incorporate recyclable materials into your garden as creative containers. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5 - Conversational Chinese – Sunday, November 5 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese. This weekly class focuses on conversation, but some written Chinese will be studied. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 - New York Memories Online – Tuesday, November 7 at 6:00 p.m. at the

Tappan Library. Prof. Ann Mosher discusses New York history, with a focus on the Erie Canal. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 3593877 for info. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 - Conversational Chinese – Sunday, November 12 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese. This weekly class focuses on conversation, but some written Chinese will be studied. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 - Conversational Chinese – Sunday, November 19 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese. This weekly class focuses on conversation, but some written Chinese will be studied. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21 - Internet Self-Defense: Using Social Media – Tuesday, November 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Not sure if you are ready to tweet, post, like, snap and share? We’ll look at various social media apps, their pros and cons, and how you can tailor your experience. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26 - Conversational Chinese – Sunday, November 26 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese. This weekly class focuses on conversation, but some written Chinese will be studied. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 - Cookbook Club Discussion: Cravings – Tuesday, November 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. We’ll discuss Chrissy Teigen’s Cravings. Make something from the book to bring and share! Register online at www.taplib.org or call 3593877 for info.

West Nyack Library

Teen Program - Unplug Your Device Day! Thursday, November 9 at 6:30PM - Bring your friends for a night of fun playing cards, board games and puzzles. Adult Programs: Festive Floral Wreath - Wednesday, November 1 at 6:45 PM. Create a decorative fabric wreath for your door or table. A $5 materials fee is required. Books in the Afternoon - Tuesday, November 7 at 2 PM. Lively discussion of Maine by J. Courtney Sullivan. Olive Oil and Vinegar Tasting - Wednesday, November 8 at 7 PM. Excite your taste buds with a delicious variety of samples. Register online for the above programs: westnyacklib.libcal.com or call us at (845)-358-6081.

Other Events & Notices

On November 9, the Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation will be presenting “A Night of Inspiration” Dinner Dance at 6:30 pm to be held at the Paramount Country Club, New City, New York. We have the privilege of honoring four individuals who have devoted themselves to ensuring that people with catastrophic injuries and illnesses are able to achieve their highest level of independence. We will present the “Helen Hayes MacArthur Rose Award” to our honorees for excellence in patient

care, for philanthropy and community involvement, and to a patient who has inspired others. Our “Spirit” Award is given to a person who exemplifies the mission and passion of the Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation. Most importantly, we honor a person who has served as a role model and inspiration to our patients by example, and who inspires others to live their lives to their fullest potential. Excellence in Medicine: Patty LeGeyt Director of Nursing Administration, Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation Community Support: Leonard Kurz Award-Winning Philanthropist Director, Kurz Family Foundation “Spirit “ Award: Neale Kuperman Past President of Rockland Toyota, Past Vice Chairperson of Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation. Patient Award: Jeff Cohen, Traumatic Brain Injury Inspirational Award: Lee Woodruff Author, Journalist, and Inspirational Speaker Our celebrity guest and recipient of the Helen Hayes Rose Award for the evening is Lee Woodruff. As co-author of the best-selling In an Instant, Ms. Woodruff garnered critical acclaim for the compelling and humorous chronicle of her family’s journey to recovery following her husband Bob’s roadside bomb injury in Iraq. Appearing together on national television and radio since the February 2007 publication of their book, the couple has helped put a face on the serious issue of traumatic brain injury among returning Iraq war veterans, as well as the millions of Americans who live with this often invisible, but life-changing affliction. The evening will include a cocktail hour, open bar, sit down dinner, music and entertainment, as well as a silent auction/tricky tray fundraiser. Tickets, sponsorships and journal advertisements are available. Proceeds from the event will help to fund state-ofthe-art equipment and other programs and proj-

ects for Helen Hayes Hospital.

We look forward to seeing you at our Night of Inspiration Dinner Dance, and thank your for supporting the Helen Hayes Hospital Foundation!

The S.W. Johnson Ladies Auxiliary will be sponsoring A PENNY SALE. On S A T URDAY, NOVEMBER 11. Time DOORS OPEN AT 6:00 PM GAMES START AT 7 PM. AT The S.W. Johnson Firehouse, Bridge St. and Eakman Dr., Garnerville, NY 10923. DOOR PRIZES--- RAFFLES----SWEEPSTAKES REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE. Bring a package of new socks to give to our Veterans at Montrose Hospital For more info e-mail babcock225@aol.com ALL CLASSES NOW FREE - A new 2-hour class teaches how to buy the right computer or iPad/iPhone, and not fall for an expensive sales pitch. An Introduction to Social Media teaches Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Learn how to make full use of your iPad or iPhone. The Adult Learning Center of Rockland is an or-

ganization of retired Seniors who volunteer to teach other Seniors (and over 50s) how to use computers and other 21st century devices. We are a program of Meals on Wheels. We are now accepting applications for our November/December, 2017 classes. Classes are 2 hours, once a week for 6 weeks.

More advanced classes are 4 weeks. We teach Introduction to Computers, Word Processing, Excel – Spreadsheets & Databases, Power Point, Photo Editing using Picasa, Genealogy – Finding Your Ancestors, and how to use DNA in your search. More advanced classes will be given if requested. We also teach one-time-only 2-hour classes on How to Use Your Digital Camera, Computer Maintenance, How to use your iPad and iPhone, Skype and Facebook. Classes are small - only 8 students per class, with 1 instructor and 2 coaches. For more information, call Eileen Herkes, Director of Education, at 845-623-5467 or 845-356-4198. Nyack Hospital’s Battle of the Bands benefit, featuring local physicians and their bands, will be held at West Rock in Nanuet on Thursday, November 2, 2017. The event begins at 6:00 pm and the proceeds support the Hospital’s new Pediatric Emergency Department. Tickets are $40 in advance by registering at www.Events.org/battleofthebands or $45 at the door. The evening’s “Rocking Docs” include Radiologist Ken Blumberg, MD and his band The Temple Dudes; Hematologist/ Oncologist Bob March, MD and the Magic 8-Ball Band; and Orthopedic Surgeon Barry Kraushaar, MD, Gastroenterologist, Stephen Goodman, MD and Neurologist Lyle Dennis, MD of the band Miss Diagnosis. Guests will enjoy the sounds of soft, contemporary, traditional and progressive rock while partaking in a southern BBQ complete with beer and wine. Commemorative T-shirts are available for purchase and a silent auction will be held the evening of the event. Sponsorships, including having your name on the T-shirts, are available and may be purchased at www.Events.org/battleofthebands or by contacting the Nyack Hospital Foundation Office at 845.353.3333 or foundation@nyackhospital.org.

Wining and Dining

8 North Broadway - 8 N. Broadway, Nyack. 845 353 1200. Alain’s Bistro - 9 Ingalls Street, Central Nyack. 845-5353315. www.alainsbistro.com. Agnello’s Coal Burning Brick Oven Pizzeria - 170 Main St., New City. 845 639 5373. Alfredo’s Restaurant - 189 S. Main Street, New City. 634-3300. AquaTerra Grille - 420 N. Middletown Road, Pearl River. 845-920-1340. Babe’s - 73 E. Railroad Avenue, West Haverstraw. 429-8647. Banchetto Feast - 75 W. Route 59, Nanuet. 845-624-3070. Bin 41 - 41 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. (845)735-4111. Bolzano Family Restaurant - 75 N. Route 9W, Congers. 845-268-9671. Bon Giovanni - 61 E. Main Street, Ramsey, NJ. 201-825-1111. Bourbon Street of Nyack – 132 Main Street, Nyack.. 727-4954. Broadway Bistro - 3 South Broadway, Nyack. 845-353-8361. Caesar’s Grill - 120 West Ramapo Road (Rte 202), Garnerville. 845-262-1022. Casa del Sol – 104 Main Street, Nyack. 353-9100. Clarksville Inn Restaurant & Pub - 1 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. (845) 3582801 Del’Arte Restaurant - 20 Mountainview Avenue, Orangeburg - 365-2727. Ella New York Pizza & Pasta - 137 South Main St., New City. 638-6184.. Freelance Cafe & Wine Bar - 506 Piermont Avenue, Piermont. 365-3250. Gilligan’s Clam Bar & Grill - 366 Route 202, Pomona. 845-354-2139. Grille Room at Patriot Hills - 19 Club House Lane, Stony Point. 429-6050. Hudson House - 134 Main Street, Nyack. 353-1355. American & Continental cuisine. Hudson Water Club, West Haverstraw

Marina, 606 Beach Road, West Haverstraw. 271 4046. Joe & Joe Restaurant - 65 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. (845) 620-1800. Kennelly’s Family Restaurant - 926 S. Rte 9W, Congers. 845-268-2587. Kobe Sushi - 195 S. Main Street, New City. 845-638-2202 La Fontana Family Italian Restaurant – 93-95 S. Broadway, Nyack. 358-3770. La Terrazza Restaurant - 291 S. Main St., New City. 845-638-0757. Lynch’s Restaurant - 79A Route 9W, Stony Point. 845-553-9300. Marcello’s Ristorante - 21 Lafayette Ave., Suffern. 357-9108. Mariella’s Pizzeria - 41 New Main St., Haverstraw. 845 429 5220. Matsuhana Japanese Restaurant - 328 Route 59, Central Nyack. 845 727 3939. Mt. Ivy Cafe - 14 Thiells Mount ivy Road, Pomona. 845-354-4746. Olde Village Inn - 97 Main Street, Nyack. 358-1160. Ole Ole Restaurant Bar & Grille, 100 Orane Ave., Suffern. 368-3058. Pasta Cucina of Stony Point - Rte 9W at Patriot Square, Stony Point. 786-6060. Pasta Cucina - 8 Airmont Road, Suffern. 369-1313. Pour House Bar & Grill - 102 Main Street, Nyack. (845) 727-7687. Portuguese Churrasqueira Restaurant - 230 W. Rt. 59, Spring Valley - 845-3527808. Posa Posa - Route 59, Rockland Plaza, Nanuet. 623-7050. Quinta Steakhouse - 24 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. 735.5565. Steakhouse in the classic tradition. Restaurant X & Bully Boy Bar - 117 South Route 303, Congers. 268-6555. Sheeran’s Restaurant & Pub - 337 North Liberty Drive, Tomkins Cove. 845 429 6190. Sparkill Steakhouse - 500 Route 340, Sparkill. 845-398-3300. Tarantella – 128 Main Street, Nyack. 358-3583. Italian. The Reef Seafood Restaurant - 587 Piermont Avenue, Piermont. 845-359-7300.

The Whiskey Kitchen - 60 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 845 535 3666. Turiello’s Pizzeria – 76 Main Street., Nyack. 358-5440. Two Spear Street - 2 Spear Street, Nyack. 353-3200. Union Restaurant & Bar Latino - 24 New Main Street, Haverstraw. 4294354. UNoodles Snack Bar - 14 Main Street, Haverstraw. 845-947-7625. Vicolo Ristorante - 2022A Bi-State Plaza, 16 Old Tappan Road, Old Tappan, NJ. 201-497-8777. West Gate Restaurant - 26 Route 59, Nyack, 845-358-8100. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, award winning cheesecakes. Open daily 7am-11pm

Caterers

Casa Mia Manor House - On & Off Premise Catering. 577 Route 303, Blauvelt. 845-359-4823. Contact: Raffaele Cuomo. www.casamiamanorhouse. com Del’Arte Restaurant - 20 Mountainview Avenue, Orangeburg - 365-2727. La Fontanella Ristorante Italiano & Catering - 845-398-3400. Regency Banquet and Conference Center - 425 E. Route 59, Nanuet. (845) 623-6000 Town & Country Caterers - 845-2689291.

Cafes/Delis/Bakeries

DD Patisserie, 163 Main Street, Nyack. 353-2031.

Music

West Gate Lounge at the West Gate Inn Nyack, 26 Route 59, Nyack. 845-3588100. Every Saturday is Salsa Night. DJ and Live Music. Cover Charge. www. westgatelounge.com

Shopping & Business Guide Assisted/Senior Living

The Clubhouse - 2000 Fountainview Drive, Monsey. 1-800-488-6500. Esplanade at Palisades - 640 Oak Tree Road, Palisades. 620-0606. 359-7870. Promenade at Chestnut Ridge - 168 Red Schoolhouse Road, Spring Valley. 845-6200606. FountainView - 2000 Fountainview Drive, Monsey. 845-253-1800, 1-800-488-6500. Promenade Senior Living at Blue Hill - 582 Veterans Memorial Dr., Pearl River. 735-6846.

Attorneys

The Bachman Law Firm - 245 S. Main Street, Suite306, New City. 85-639-3210. Valerie J. Crown - 151 N. Main Street, New City. vcrownlaw@aol.com. 845-708-5900. David Isaacson, Esq.- 130 North Main Street, Suite 104, New City, NY 10956. Ph.: (845) 6383333. Fax: (845) 634-2807. Email: disaa88094@ aol.com. Website: NewCityLaw.com. 9 DeMoya & Associates - 163 South Main Street, New City.845-639-4600. wwwdemoyalaw.com. Gary Lipton, Esq - 55 Old Turnpike Road, Suite 304, Nanuet. 845-624-0100.

Automobiles & Motorbikes

202 Collision - 16 Wayne Avenue, Suffern, N.Y. 845-368-0040. Clarkstown International Collision - 95 Route 304, Nanuet. 845 627 3100. FZ Perfection Auto Body & Collision - 191 N. Route 9W, Congers. 845-268-1790. Kevin’s Ace Repairs - 52 Main Street, Nyack. 358-4975. Luke’s Auto Body - 22 Maple Ave., Haverstraw. 845-429-2002.

Antiques/Collectibles

Awesome Antiques - 2 B Franklin Avenue, Pearl River. 845-499-4593, 845-920-1244.

Banks

Palisades Federal Credit Union - 300 N. Middletown Rd., Pearl River. 845-602-4242.

Beauty

122 Park Salon - 122 Park Av, New City. 4992080

Bella Tu Med Spa - 172 Main Street, Nyack. 727-7000. European Wax Center - 5105 Fashion Drive, Nanuet. 845-623-6000. Innovative Esthetics - 274 N. Middletown Rd, Pearl River. 845-735-2610. Lief Beauty Boutique - 85 S. Broadway, Suite 7, Nyack. 845-641-9540. Salon Allure - 368 New Hempstead Rd., New City. 845-708-5878.

Bed & Breakfast

Bricktown Inn - 112 Hudson Av., Haverstraw. 429-8447.

Brides

A Personal Touch - 40 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River. 845.735.4200. Bridal Accents - 87 Maple Avenue, New City. 638-3956.

Camps /Day Camps

Circus Arts Summer Camp - Grace Church, 130 First Av, Nyack. 845-348-8740. Camp Ramaquois - 845-352-1600. Rockland Summer Rock Band Camp - 3034 New Street, Nyack. 845-709-5930.

Cards & Gifts

Hallmark Gift & Card Gallery - 234 South Main Street, New City. 845-634-3447.

Carpet/Flooring

Carpets Plus Color Tile - 205 Rte. 9W, Congers. 845-267-0800.

way, Nyack. 358-5518. St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, 895 Piermont Ave., Piermont. 359-0078 www. stjohnspiermont.org stjohnspiermont@optonline.net The Reform Temple of Rockland - 330 Highland Avenue, Upper Nyack. 358-2248. Temple Beth Sholom, 228 New Hempstead Rd., New City, NY 10956, 845-638-0770. www. tbsrockland.org Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rockland County - 130 Concklin Road, Pomona. www.uurocklandny.com

Cleaning

Green Life Maids - 267-8960. Fire Water Mold - 914-365-0283. Merry Maids - 634-9000.

Clothing

Dusty Rose - 170 South Main Street, Suite 2, New City. 845-638-1133. Maria Luisa - 77 South Broadway, Nyack. 3534122. Women’s clothing and accessories. ML Gifts Accessories - 75 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-1293.

Computer

EagleTech - 62 S. Main Street, Pearl River. 845-735-1381. New Vision Technologies - (845) 353-HELP. www.newVtech.com Nyack Computer - 348-9898.

Conference Centers

Chimney Cleaners

Pete’s Chimneys & More - 845-267-3333.

Crestview Conference Center - 440 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-620-7207. HNA Palisades Premier Conference Center - 334 Route 9W, Palisades. 845-732-6000.

Chiropractors.

Consignment Stores

Dr. Lynn C. Friedman - 6 Medical Drive, Pomona. 845-786-2022. Dr. Joanne Gjelsten - 150 S Broadway, Nyack. 358-2687. Gregory Chiropractic - 845-623-3939. Thruway Exit 14. Across Route 59 from the Hilton Garden and Hampton Inns. New City Chiropractic Center - 490 Route 304, New City, 634-8877

Churches/Synagogues

First Reformed Church - 18 South Broad-

Designer Consigner - 302 Route 304, Nanuet. (845) 507-0245. www.designerconsignerny.com

Construction

Alternative Building Concepts - 845-3655242. Comito Construction - 845-268-0847. Empire State Builders & Contractors, New City - 845-425-0003. Frank Fuchs Construction - 845-893-5448. Hendo Contracting - 19 Third St, New City. 845-638-0555

Interior Concepts - Sean Relihan, 845-7352245. Cell - 845-629-9729. Johnny FixIt - www.johnnyfixit.com. 845-2441776. Plumb Level Square - 845 641 6031. Ravenwood Custom Carpentry - 845 371 8000. www.ravenwood.biz. Valerior Contracting, 845-512-8198. Roofing, Siding, Windows. Nyack. WWW.VALERIOCONTRACTING.COM

Country Clubs

Edgewood Country Club - 449 Rivervale Road, Rivervale, New Jersey. 201-666-1200.

CPA

James DeMinno, CPA - 337 N. Main St., Suite 13, New City. 845-638-4527. Joseph A. Lux, CPA - 358-1929. www.joelux. com.

Education

Rockland Teacher Center Institute - 845942-7600. Head Start of Rockland, Inc. Preschool Education, Head Start of Rockland, Inc., Haverstraw, Nyack, Spring Valley, 845-429-4122 www.headstartofrockland.org Please visit www. headstartofrockland.org. Or directly call. Haverstraw Head Start 845-429-2225. Nyack Head Start 845-358-2234. Spring Valley Head Start 845-352-6671

Dance Studio

Balbach School of Dance - 69 Bridge Street, Garnerville. 845-825-1276. Coupe Theatre Studio - 845-623-2808. www. coupedance.com. Powerhouse Dance Center - 71 South Route 9W, Haverstraw. 845-553-9533.

Dentists/Orthodontics.

A Centre for Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry - Alan I. Rosenfeld, DDS, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770. Advanced Dentistry of Rockland - 5 N. William St., Pearl River. 845-735-7770. Ira M. Bernstein, DMD, LLC - 2 Executive Blvd, Suite 307, Suffern, NY 10901. 845-6525358. Web site : www.bernsteinsmiles.com.8 Nyack Pediatric Dentistry - 265 N. Highland Avenue, Rte. 9W, Suite 101, Nyack. 845-5128434. Rockland Pediatric Dental & Orthodontics - 238 North Main St., New City. 845 634 8900. Smile For Life Family & Cosmetic Dental 27 Townline Road, Pearl River. (845) 623-4848. Stony Point Dental, PC - 32 S. Liberty Dr., Stony Point. (845) 942-1600. www.stonypoint-

dental.com TLC Dental of Rockland, 2 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 418, West Nyack. 845-358-3305. TLCSmile.com.

Doctors

Clarkstown Pediatrics - 35 Smith St., Nanuet. 845-623-1000. New City 845-352-5511. Stony Point 845-786-5776. Clarkstown Urology - 301 N. Main Street, Suite 2, New City. 638-0400. Crystal Run Healthcare - 275 N. Middletown Rd., Pearl River. 845-920-1757. West Nyack - 2 Centerock Road, West Nyack. P: 845-348-1100 Suffern - 200 Route 59, Suffern. 845.369.9300 Suffern - 156 Route 59, Suite B4, Suffern. 845.357.6464 Stony Point - 6 Liberty Square Mall, Stony Point.: 845.786.5544 Haverstraw - 48 New Main St., Haverstraw. Dr. Donald Edelschick - 6 Charles Street, New City. 845-354-0690. Dr. Janis Enzenbacher - 105 Shad Row, Suite B, Piermont. 845-680-8800. Dr. Attila Farkas - 300 N. Midddletown Rd., Suite 11, Pearl River. 845-735-4114. Dr. Charles Glassman - 7C Medical Park Drive, Pomona. (845) 362-1110. Gramercy Pain Management - 350 Haverstraw Rd, Suffern - 845-368-0800. Dr. Richard Handelsman - MDVIP Personalized Healthcare - 1-866-696-3847. Hudson Valley Audiology Center - 11 Medical Park Drive, Suite 205, Pomona. Hudson Vein and Vascular Center, 124 Rte 59, Suffern. 357 8118. Dr. Michael Innerfield - 2 Executive Blvd., Suffern. 845-368-0048. Dr. William Johnson - 221 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-623-0026. Dr. Michael Kalvert - Cosmetic Surgery - 365 S. Main Street, New City. 845-6f38-2101. Dr. Scott Sanders, Dermatology, 301 N. Main St., Suite 3, new City - 845-499-2017. Nanuet Non Surgical Weight Loss Center - 221 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-6230026. Nyack Pediatric Assocs - 311 N. Midland Avenue, Nyack. 358-5437. Palisades Laser Eye Center, 3 Medical Park Drive, Pomona. 364 9767. Pediatric Physical Therapy - 217 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-6010. Dr. Mike Pilar, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770. Cell: (914) 414-8355. Dr. Amy Piperato - 43 South Liberty Drive, Stony Point. 845-241-5701. Rockland Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc. - 2 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. (845) 727-1340.

Rockland Pulmonary - 2 Crosfield Ave., Suite 318, West Nyack. 689-9141. Skin Center Dermatology Group - 200 East Eckerson Road, New City. (845) 3520500. Dr. Steven M. Sockin - Allergy and Asthma Care, 500 C New Hempstead Road, New City, NY 10956. 845-362-3222. Stony Point Medical - 43 South Liberty Drive, Stony Point. 845-241-5700. Walk-In Medical Urgent Care - 236 S. Main Street (Clarkstown Plaza), New City. 845-678-3434. Dr. Howard Werfel - 1-855-KILLFAT - www.855killfat.com.

Electrical Contracting

De Leonardis Electrical - 947-1572. Hush Electrical Contracting - 845-9424874; cell: 845-721-3476. Romeo Electric - 78 Sickles Avenue, Nyack. 845-825-1053.

Eyecare

Total Focus Eyewear - 22 South Main Street, New City. 638-3806. Dr. Kimball P. Woodward - Orangetown Ophthalmology, 2 Crosfield Ave, Suite 315, West Nyack. 845 348 3400.

Fencing

Yaboo Fence - Route 95 West Nyack Road, West Nyack, NY 10994. 358-0118. Your onestop shopping for all your fencing needs.

Financial Advice

Debany Financial Group - 303 South Broadway, Sutie 103, Tarrytown, NY. 914366-4900, Ext. 101 Chestnut Investment Group - 4 Executive Blvd., Suite 204, Suffern. 369-0016. IM Financial - Izak Smith and Marc Smith. 845-587-0449. O’Brien Capital Management - 48 Burd St., Suite 209, Nyack. 358-4930. Wells Fargo Advisors - Chris Haera, 490 Route 304, New City. 638-6400.

Fire Alarm Systems/Equipment

Bob’s Security - 845-623-0005. Bullet Security - 400 East Route 59, Nanuet. 627-0300. Inter County Alarm Systems - 200 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-8900. DTM Installations - 354-0301. Burglar and fire alarms.

Flowers and Plants

Health and Fitness

Gary’s Gutter Service - 1-800-GARY-222 or (845) 268-3700.

Craig Caliciotti - Hypnotherapist. 11 Medical Drive, Suite 106, Pomona. 845-323-2766, Cellulite & Body Sculpting Treatment Center - 3 Main Street, Nyack. 845-353-3088. Christey Curran, massage therapist, 1 South Broadway, Suite B, Nyack. 914-772-4176. Diplomat Health & Swim Club - 1101 Overlook Circle, Piermont. 359-2401. JCC Rockland - 450 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-362-4400. Laser Hair Associates of Rockland - 34-36 East Central Ave., Pearl River. 920-8490. Lazur LaVie - 267 Main Street, Nyack. 845623-6140. Nyack YMCA - 35 South Broadway. 3580245. Pilates Central - 120 Fifth Avenue, Nyack. 845-358-1166. www.pilatescentralnyack.com. Rockland Vein Center - 5 Medical Park Drive, Pomona. 845-362-5200. . Sundala Center for Wellness - 1 Closter Road, Palisades. 845-359-4694. Wholeness Center - 7 New Lake Road, Valley Cottage. 845-288-0040.

Hair and Nails

Home Improvement

Schweizer/Dykstra Beautiful Flowers - 165 North Middletown Road, Pearl River. 845-7354079. Tappan Zee Florist – 176 Main Street, Nyack. 358- 2544. Van Houten Farms - 60 Sickletown Road, Pearl River.

Funeral Homes

George M. Holt Funeral Home - 50 New Main Street, Haverstraw. (845) 429-2159. T.J. McGowan Sons Funeral Home - 71 N. Central Highway, Garnerville. 845-429-6665. Sorce Funeral Home - 782 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-358-4433.

Graphic Design

Arlene Levine Design - 917-312-7002, arlenelevinedesign.com?

Gutters

122 Park Salon - 122 Park Avenue, New City. 845-499-2080 Christine Cordey Salon - 66 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845 675 7950. D. Anthony Hair Studio - 53 Hudson Avenue, Suite 102, Nyack. 845-535-3900. DSZ Barbers Inc - 140 Main St., Nyack. 845348-1500. Smith Grieve Hair - 101 Main Street, Tappan. 680-6468. Shear Magique Hair Studio - 14 Thiells Mt. Ivy Road, Pomona. 845-429-1798. Toria Hair Salon - 580 Route 303, Blauvelt. 845-359-7535

Hearing

Hearing Solutions - 219 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 623-5020. Hudson Valley Audiology Center - 11 Medical Park Dr., Suite 205, Pomona. (845) 406-9993. Pearl River Hearing - 17 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. 945-735-3277.

Health Care

A&T HEALTHCARE - 845-638-4342. Mobile Family Health - Nurse Practitioner Care. 845-608-7559. VNS Westchester - 1 914 682 1480, 1-888-FOR-VSNW.

Architectural Metal & Glass Inc, 5 Bridge Street, Garnerville - 845 942 8848. Minh’s Painting & Contracting - 845-4297384. JW Spaw Design Painting and Restoration - 845-535-9249.

Home and Furniture

Fireplaces By Design - 120 Route 59, Hillburn. 845-357-6062. Furniture Medic - 382 Route 59, Tall Pines Industrial Park, Airmont. 845-547-2324. JW Spaw Design Painting and Restoration - - 845-535-9249. The Outside In - 29 Ferdon Avenue, Piermont. 845-398-0706,

Home Inspections

CTR Home Inspections - 845-359-2672. PO Box 143, Orangeburg, NY 10962. www.ctrhomeinspections.com. ctrhomeinspections@ yahoo.com Home Inspection Services - (845) 8214063. www.abetheinspector.com.

Hotels

West Gate Inn Nyack - 26 Route 59, Nyack. 845-358-8100. Walking distance to Nyack’s arts, crafts, antique shops and restaurants. www.westgateinnnyack.com

Candlewood Suites - 20 Overlook Blvd., Nanuet. (845)371-4445. Time Nyack Hotel - - 400 High Avenue, Nyack. 845-675-8700.

Insurance

Allstate Don Dietrich Inc - 240 Main Street, Nyack. 845 353 2244. Bauer-Crowley - 643 Main Street, Sparkill. 359-4114. Franchino Agency - 383 South Main St., New City. 845 634 2499. Juan Santos - Farmers’ Insurance, 48 S. Main Street, Pearl River, NY. htps://agents.farmers. com/jsantos. 845-735-1000

Interior Decorating

Decorator for a Day (or by the hour) - Recommended by WOR and WABC radio. Phone: (845) 358-6577, (800) 443-1499 or www.decoratorforadayny.com

Investment Broker

J. Christopher Haera - Wells Fargo, 17 Squadron Boulevard, New City. 639-7238. Joseph Daniel Sassano - 6 North Lawn Avenue, Elmsford. (914) 202 3317.

Jewelry & Accessories

Barry’s Estate Jewelry - 295 Rte304, Bardonia. 624-7100. Original Designs - 187 S. Main Street, New City. 634-1335. The Jewelry Gallery - 32 South Liberty Drive (Rte 9W), Stony Point. 429-2613.

Kitchen and Bath

EZ Kitchen & Bath - 301 W. Route 59, Nanuet. 845-501-7123. Grande Central Showroom - Fine Decorative Plumbing Fixtures & Hardware. 575 Chestnut Ridge Road, Spring Valley 845-573-0080 Designer Kitchens by Schneider - 34-F West Washington Ave., Pearl River. 845-735-4040. Rockland Kitchens - 55 West Railroad Ave. Garnerville, NY 10923. 845-429-6700. www. rocklandkitchens.com

Landscapers/Trees

Blue Sky Landscape - 845-268-0585. Curti’s Landscaping - 845-627-2491. DeStaso Landscaping - 845-639-0301. Edge Landscaping - 845-398-3032. Majestic Lawn Care - 845-708-2988. d - 845-627-3880. Michael L. Naclerio Landscaping - 845-6273880.

Nu Age Tree & Lawn Care - 845-741-1418..

358-0688.

Limousine Service

Photography

Marathon Limousine - 845-359-2800, 800949-9444

Liquor/Wine/Beer Stores

Hilltop Wines & Liquors - 368 New Hempstead Rd., New City. 845 638 2257. Nyack Wine Cellar – 43 South Broadway, Nyack.. 353-3146. Nyack’s wine-only store, specializing in affordable wines, all personally selected. Come taste some of our wines on Fridays and Saturdays. Discounts on six or more bottles.

Medical Services

Center for Diagnostic Imaging, MRI at Nyack Hospital - 845 348 3007. Hudson Valley Radiology Assoc. - 16 Squadron Blvd., New City. 845-634-9729. Nyack Integrated Medical Services - 42 Main Street, Nyack, Suite 203. 353-3267. Rockland Diagnostic Imaging - Route 303, West Nyack. 845-353-0400. Rockland Vein Center - 5A Medical Park Drive, Pomona. (845) 362-5200. 70 Hatfield Lane, Suite 202, Goshen. 845 291 3656.

Mortgages

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage - 490 Rt. 304, New City. 639-2731.

Moving Companies

Santi Express - 616 Corporate Way, Suite 7, Valley Cottage. 268-1600.

Music Lessons

Vocal Focus - Voice lessons. 845-548-9308. www.vocalfocus.com.

Networking

Rockland Business Women’s Network (RBWN) www.rbwn.org

Pet Care

Camp BowWow - 101 Rte. 304, Nanuet. 845 507-0068. Canine Country Retreat - 221 Craigville Road, Goshen. 845 615 1093.

Pest Control

R. Dana Pest Control - 845-786-5224.

Pharmacy

Koblin’s Pharmacy – 96 Main Street, Nyack.

A. Roufa MD Photography - 845 727 1175; cell: 845 729 4004. www.roufamd.com. Alexandra T. Wren Photography - www. atwrenphotogoraphy.com.

Physical Therapy

Access Physical Therapy & Wellness 200 E. Eckerson, Suite 290, New City. 845-5789898. Advanced Physical Therapy - 36 College Avenue, Nanuet. (845) 627-8220.

Picture Frame Shop

Corner Frame Shop - 40 S. Franklin Street, Nyack. 845 727 1240.

Plastic Surgery

Dr. Michael Kalvert - Plastic Surgery, 365 S. Main St., New City. 638-2101. Dr. Hakan Usal - Bella Tu Med Spa, 172 Main Street, Nyack. 727-7000. Plastic Surgery Center of New City - 125 South Main St., New City. 845-634-4554.

Plumbing & Heating

Ken Malone Plumbing & Heating - 845 353 1748. Valley Road, Spring Valley. CV Plumbing, Heating & Air - 845-942-4700, 845-553-9051. Sunshine Plumbing & Heating - 845-6423845. 845-548-3054. 201-575-1903.

Psychotherapist

Hudson Valley Psychotherapy - 99 Main Street, Nyack. 845 500 8675. Steven Lee, PhD / Licensed Psychologist/ Adults, Adolescents & Children/ Psychodynamic Mediation: Couples, Families /Nyack/ 914582-6725

Public Speaking

Ellyn Cohen - Public Speaking Skills. 845638-2897

Real Estate

Caroline Blankfort - 917-405 1495. Debbie Blankfort, William Raveis Baer & McIntosh, 97 S. Broadway, S. Nyack, 914.522.5426 Margo Bohlin - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty, 265 S. Main Street, New City. (845) 304 4140. margo@margobohlin.com. Gail Bohlke - BHG Rand Realty, NYS Associate Broker, Certified Residential Specialist®.

845-590-5555 cell/text. 845-634-4202 ext 2240. Gail.bohlke@randrealty.com. Lisa Comito - Beetter Homes & Gardens - Cell # 914-282-7591. Office; 201-660-8800. Peggy Connolly - Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty19 E Central Avenue, Pearl River 914 715 5675. Donna Cox - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty,, 6 S. Broadway, Nyack (845) 641 8613. Mona Cushnie-Walker - Keller Williams Hudson Valley. 914 282 2664. Michel Henry - 845 381 2555. Ellis Sotheby International Realty Team 845-353-4250. Stephanie Ferrante Hirsch - Keller Williams, 845-639-4947. Margaret Lane-Boyle - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty. Cell 914 420 7058 Lydecker Realty - 13 North Broadway, Nyack. 358-3700. Jill Lydecker-Lavelle - Lydecker Realty. 845729-2349 or 845-358-0001. Mary Lukens - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty, 46 S. Broadaway, Nyack. (914) 6298582. Frank Mancione - Lydecker Realty, (914) 953-0494. Robin A. Miller - 845 596-0459. Lauren Muller - Better Homes & Gardens Realty, 50 S. Liberty Drive, Stony Point. - 845216-3712. R2M Realty - 86 Main St., Nyack. 845.358.2000 and 845.358.2001 for commercial. Rand Commercial Services - 268 S. Main St., Suite B, New City. 845 770 1280. Better Homes & Gardens/ Rand Realty – 46 South Broadway, Nyack. 358-7171. Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty - 19 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. 735-3020. Karen Steffanato - Keller Williams. Cell: 914263-1258. Cody VanCampen - Lydecker Realty. Cell: 845 558 5864. Madeline Wiebicke - Cell: 641-4333. Wright Bros. Real Estate - 845 358 3050.

Roofing & Siding

Empire State Builders & Contractors, New City - 845-425-0003. Edward Corey Roofing - 845-358-5848. Tucek ROOFING * SIDING * WINDOWS Congers, NY www.tucek.com. 845-268-5170. 12

Schools, Camps & Day Care.

Campus Fun & Learn Center (RCC) - 145 College Road, RCC. 845-574-4561. Head Start of Rockland, Inc. would like to have

our business listed in the Rivertown guide for 12 months at $250.00 for the whole year. The Early Childhood Center - New City Jewish Center - 47 Old Schoolhouse Road New City. 845-638-9600. Preschool Education - Head Start of Rockland, Inc. Haverstraw, Nyack, Spring Valley. 845-429-4122. www.headstartofrockland.org To obtain further information regarding enrollment or program description; Please visit www. headstartofrockland.org. Or directly call Haverstraw Head Start 845-429-2225; Nyack Head Start 845-358-2234; Spring Valley Head Start 845-352-6671 LIU University - 70 Rte 340, Orangeburg. 845 450 5402. Rockland County YMCA Nursery School 35 South Broadway, Nyack, 358-0245. Stage Left Children’s Theater - 111 Route 303, Ste 113, Tappan, NY

Security Systems

Bob’s Security - 135 Rte 303, Bardonia. 845 623 0005. Bullet Security - 400 E. Rte 59, Nanuet. 6270300. Inter County Alarm Systems - 200 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 845-268-8900.

Shower Doors & Mirrors

Cooks Glass Work - 15 Van Wyck Road, Blauvelt. 845-359-9339. www.cooksglass.com.

Skiing

Mount Peter Ski & Ride - 51 Old Mt. Peter Road, Warwick, NY. 845-986-4940.

Solar Energy

Infinity Solar Systems - 46 Walter St., Pearl River. 845 200 3706. ISI Solar - Solar system designers and installation. 845-708-0800.

Specialty Shops

Danu Gallery - 39 E. Central Avenue, Pearl River. 845-735-4477. Design Air - 120 Rte 59, Hillburn. 357-3580. Hallmark Gift & Card Gallery - 234 South Main Street, New City. 845-634-3447. Sanctuary, 60 South Broadway, Nyack. 3532126.

Special Services

A. & N. Rappaport Lock & Alarm Inc. - 31 New Main Street, Haverstraw. 429-8400. Come Sit Stay - 234 Route 9W, Haverstraw. 85786-3647. Crafts & Drafts - 373 S. Main St., New City. 845-270-8998. Global Private Investigations - Rockland (845) 634-1683. Home Aides of Rockland - 845-634-2024. info@homeaides.org. Jawonio Health Center - 260 North Little Tor Road, New City. (845) 639-7070. Eric David Laxman, Sculpture. 304-7615. Mosquito Squad - 845 215 9248. Cell # 845 405 3344. Rockland Cemetery - 201 Kings Highway, Sparkill. 845-359-0172 Rockland Mediation Center - 15 N. Mill Street, Suite 217, Nyack. 512-8730. Rockland Band Camp - 845-709-5930. guitarhelper@guitarhelpernet. Tallman Beach & Pool Club - 845-422-7126. Laura Wanamaker - Laura Wanamakerdoulas. com and ProDoula.com.

Special Organizations

DR Environmental - 845-637-0254. (914) 4746118. Rockland Business Women’s Network (845) 729 9497. The Center for Sefety and Change (formerly Rockland Family Shelter - 9 Johnsons Lane, New City. 845-634-3344. Saint Dominic’s Home - 500 Western Highway,Blauvelt. 359-3400. VCS Inc. - 77 S. Main Street, New City. 6345729.

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Tax & Accounting

Joseph A. Lux, CPA - 358-1929. www.joelux. com.

Theaters

Antrim Playhouse - 15 Spook Rock Road, Wesley Hills. 845-354-9503. Penguin Repertory - 7 Crickettown Road, Stony Point. 786-2873.

Thrift Shops

Grace’s Thrift Shop - 10 S. Broadway,Nyack. 358-7488. Nyack Hospital Thrift Shop - also known as New To You - 142 Main Street, Nyack. 358.7933 Tappan Zee Thrift Shop - 454 Piermont Avenue Piermont, 359-5753.

TMJ/TMD Doctor

Dr. Mike Pilar, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770. Cell: (914) 414-8355.

Travel

Anywhere Travel - 151 South Main St., Suite 106, New City. 845-634-8770.

Veterinarians

Palisades Mobile Vet, 183 Rte 303, Orangeburg. 845 398 PETS. Pearl River Animal Hospital - 19 Pearl Street, Pearl River. 845-735-3213. Valley Cottage Animal Hospital - 202 N. Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-9263.

Water Systems

Abbey Ecowater Systems - 356-1700 or 800356-1770. Culligan Water - 634-5030.

Wedding Locations

Falkirk Estate and Country Club - 206 Smith Clove Road, Central Valley, NY. 845-928-8060 Paramount Country Club, New City. 845-6344626. Patriot Hills - 19 Clubhouse Lane, Stony Point. (8450 429-0555. Regency Banquet and Conference Center 425 E. Route 59, Nanuet. (845) 623-6000

Window Treatments

Westrock Windows - 30 Lake Road, Congers. 268-0463.

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