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“THRILLING” “WORLD-CLASS” “MAGICAL” Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble Presents
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All performances at Rockland Community College JUNIOR COMPANY Saturday, December 1st 1pm* & 4pm Sunday, December 2nd 1pm* & 4pm SENIOR COMPANY Friday, December 7th 7pm* Saturday, December 8th 1pm* & 4pm Sunday, December 9th 1pm* & 4pm *indicates narrated performances.
TICKETS: Reserved seating $22 ($25 at the door) Visit showtix4u.com or call 866.967.8167
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ounded in 1973 Hi Tor takes in approximately 2,000 animals each year and is Rockland's ONLY open admission shelter. Since 2008 Hi Tor has been a HIGH SAVE shelter and there is NEVER a time limit on an animals' stay there.
Kitten Season is STILL going strong and since it's onset Hi Tor has taken in hundreds of tiny orphans as well as pregnant cats and new mom cats with their kittens. SUPPLIES to help care for them are URGENTLY needed NOW! • KITTEN FOOD Wet and Dry No Fish • CAT FOOD Wet and Dry No Fish • CLEAN LINENS • NON CLUMPING KITTY LITTER For more information please call Hi Tor today.
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Because Hi Tor is so overcrowded FOSTER FAMILIES are DESPERATELY needed to help care for the kittens, the new mom cats and their kittens, as well as many of the other animals at the shelter waiting to go to their forever homes.Fosters are the CRITICAL link between an animal living at Hi Tor or going to a forever home. •To foster kittens and cats contact Nixie at gentlesouls@aol.com • To foster dogs contact Marianne at mcoffey40@yahoo.com • To foster bunnies contact Michelle at Hitorbunnytrail@gmail.com
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NOW IS THE PERFECT SEASON TO LIST YOUR HOME, COME IN TO SEE FRANK TO REVIEW YOUR OPTIONS ABOUT BUYING, SELLING, RENTING OR BUILDING! PLEASE VISIT US ONLINE AS WELL. TO VIEW MORE LISTINGS AT: WWW.MOVETONYACK.AGENCY FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK: FACEBOOK.COM/REALESTATEBYFRANKMANCIONE OR VIEW MORE ADS IN THE NEW YORK TIMES ATNEWYORKTIMES.COM/REALESTATE
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Nyack • For Sale • $999,995 MLS 4811506. 198 No. Broadway. This gracious colonial (c.1902) on half an acre has been totally restored by a master craftsman! From the wood and glass pocket doors to the beautiful crown moldings
and stunning library - no detail has been overlooked. Features of this home include large entry foyer, living rm with coffered ceiling and stained glass windows, and stunning library with original pocket doors and built-in wood panels - ready to house your rare book collection.The spacious dining room features built-in cabinets and cozy wood fplc - great for special occasions.The updated kitchen complete with breakfast rm
Nyack • For Rent • $2400/mo.
Tomkins Cove • For Sale • $680,000
MLS 4839023. 75 Lakeview Drive Great getaway retreat
or year round home in Tomkins Lake Colony; private lake, swimming/lifeguard, boating and clubhouse, only 45 minutes from the city . Totally renovated Colonial nestled on 1.4 acres, in-ground
for cozy winter nights.
Valley Cottage • SOLD
MLS 4811816. 17 Collyer Avenue. Nestled along the
Palisades Ridge, this historic 1870’s mortise and tenon constructed home was originally a two-family Knickerbocker Ice Company workers home. 24 miles north of the GW Bridge in Rockland Lake State Park,fseasonal lake views.Hot tub Kitchen updated with cherry wood kitchen cabinets and soapstone counter tops. Perfect hideaway.
Nyack • Commercial Space Rental • $1750 MLS 4843085. 78 S. Broadway.
MLS 4834304. 36 Prospect St.
apartment your new home at the turn of a key. This apartment boasts regal columns in the main living area, gleaming hardwood been totally renovated from kitchen to baths. Just a few steps away gets you to the restaurants and boutique shops in the village of Nyack, the Palisades Center, The Shops at Nanuet and buses traveling to Manhattan.
off your retail business in the heart of downtown Nyack.
Nyack • UNDER CONTRACT MLS 4811813. 261 South Boulevard. This unique Con-
temporary sits nestled in a quiet, wooded acre lot with commanding views of the Hudson! Designed by noted architect Charles Winter,
Blauvelt • UNDER CONTRACT MLS 4718118. 541 Route 303.
Entry level has open kitchen/dining room plan with woodstove and on over 1.60 acres, great for builders or bring your own design buld a house for yourself and other family members. walk-in pantry, Recent updates.
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NYACK HOMELESS PROJECT “No One Should Be Hungry or Cold”
The Nyack Homeless Project began one winter when three people decided to pool
their resources and made sandwiches for homeless men and women. The following year they baked cookies for children in orphanages. More people wanted to help,
especially children, so for the last 15 years the NHP now a non-profit non-sectarian 501(c)(3) grass roots volunteer group located in Nyack, New York has encouraged children, teens, adults, schools, civic and religious groups and their communities to directly make a difference.
Together we collect and DIRECTLY distribute NEW and slightly used warm coats, NEW hats, gloves,
underwear, socks, toiletries, boxed and canned foods, and financial
donations from Nov. 1 - Dec. 22. Last year we donated to 8500 adults lacking winter coats and toiletries, parents in need of food for families, pre-school children and teens without warm hats and gloves, and soup kitchens in short supply at over 45 different breakfast/
afterschool programs, women’s shelters, family pantries, childcare centers, homeless programs, runaway teen shelters, and homebound organizations in Rockland County. If you would like to find out more about The Nyack Homeless Project, give private or corporate financial donations throughout the year, donate or volunteer, please visit our website:
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Peggy Connolly Real Estate Associate Broker
(914) 715-5675 | Office: (845) 735-3700 | Fax: (845) 735-6286 peggy.connolly@randrealty.com | www.peggyconnolly.randrealty.com
ORANGETOWN | $1,425,000
TOMKINS COVE | $499,900
PEARL RIVER | $538,000
STUNNING VICTORIAN OFFERS THE UTMOST EXTRAORDINARY LIVING, EXQUISITE ARCHITECTURE. MAGNIFICENT ENTRANCE. HUGE STEP DOWN GREAT ROOM FULL OF NATURAL LIGHT & STONE FIREPLACE, DINING ROOM, LARGE OFFICE W/ BUILT INS, EAT-IN KITCHEN, NEW GRANITE TOPS & STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. UPPER LEVEL CONSISTS OF MASTER BEDROOM SUITE W/ HUGE MASTER BATH, 3 OTHER SPACIOUS BEDROOMS & 2 MORE FULL BATHS. FINISHED BASEMENT W/ FULL BATH. WIDE PLANK FLOORS, CROWN MOLDING, NEW 2 DRAWER DISH WASHER, ADD’L 2 DRAWER REFRIGERATOR, MUCH MORE!. MLS 4839622
TOMKINS LAKE COLONY” ENJOY LIFE IN THIS OPEN AND AIRY HOME WITH OPEN FLOOR PLAN LIVING. “NO A/C NEEDED HERE”. THIS FABULOUS HOME BOOSTS LIVING ROOM, FIREPLACE, DINING ROOM, HUGE EAT IN KITCHEN, 4 BEDROOMS, 3 FULL BATHS. DECKS OVERLOOKING THE HUDSON RIVER, HARDWOOD FLOORS AND PRE FINISHED FLOORS WHERE EVER. MLS 4840547
PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP IS FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS 4/5 BEDROOM SPLIT LEVEL WITH MAGNIFICENT GREAT ROOM WITH FIREPLACE, HUGE LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, TWO FULL BATHS, FAMILY ROOM ON LOWER LEVEL, UNFINISHED BASEMENT, 2 ATTICS, CENTRAL AIR, HARDWOOD FLOORS AND/OR WALL TO WALL CARPETING, TREX DECK, BEAUTIFUL FLAT PROPERTY IN THE HEART OF PEARL RIVER. MLS 4827292
PEARL RIVER | $577,000
PEARL RIVER | $510,000
MAGNIFICENT RENOVATED COLONIAL W/ OPEN FLOOR PLAN. EAT IN KITCHEN WITH CHERRY WOOD CABINETS, VIKING STAINLESS APPLIANCES, GRANITE COUNTER TOPS & PRETTY BACK SPLASH. HUGE LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, DINETTE & FAMILY ROOM. MASTER BEDROOM WITH MASTER BATH, 3 OTHER BEDROOMS AND FULL BATH. PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT. RELAX ON YOUR FRONT PORCH OR ON THE HUGE TREX DECK PARTIALLY COVERED. RENOVATIONS INCLUDE ROOF INCLUDING GUTTERS, TREX DECK, KITCHEN, WINDOWS, BATHROOMS, FURNACE, WATER HEATER, CENTRAL AIR & FINISHED BASEMENT. MLS 4821417
‘PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP” NOT YOUR ORDINARY HIGH RANCH 4/5 BEDROOMS (4 BEDROOMS ON MAIN FLOOR), 2 1/2 BATH HIGH RANCH. HUGE LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, BIG EAT IN KITCHEN WITH BAY WINDOW. LOWER LEVEL HAS BEDROOM, OFFICE/DEN, HUGE FAMILY ROOM WITH WOOD BURNING STOVE, HARDWOOD FLOORS AS SEEN, CENTRAL AIR, ROOF 2016, A/C COMPRESSOR 2016, GUTTERS 2016, HOT WATER HEATER 2017.0RANGEBURG PIPE REPLACED ALL THIS ON MAGNIFICENT PROPERTY. MLS 4843204
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PEARL RIVER | $440,000 93 N. Main St.
DOWNTOWN LIFESTYLE IN THE HEART OF “PEARL RIVER.” CHARMING COLONIAL, TOTALLY RENOVATED 2006 FEATURES 3 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHS, BEAUTIFUL LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, KITCHEN & FAMILY ROOM. ROOF, WINDOWS & SIDING REPLACED. DECK, SLIDING GLASS DOOR, TREX FRONT PORCH, REPLACED 2006. NEWHOT WATER HEATER AND NEW GUTTERS. HARDWOOD FLOORS AS SEEN. ALL THIS AND DON’T FORGET THE HUGE BARN WITH NEW ROOF AND SIDING! MLS 4808792
85 Lakeview Drive
296 Laurel Road
VALLEY COTTAGE | $369,000
PIERMONT | $327,500
A BEAUTIFUL MOUNTAINTOP LOCATION MINUTES FROM THE NYS THRUWAY & TZ BRIDGE! MAGNIFICENT TOWNHOUSE ON 8 ACRES OF PROPERTY OVERLOOKING THE 83 ACRE MOUNTAINVIEW NATURE PARK. SUNKEN LIVING ROOM W/ FIREPLACE.. MAIN FLOOR: KITCHEN, DINING, DECK W/ BACKYARD ACCESS, FULL BATH & GARAGE. UPSTAIRS: 2 BEDROOMS W/ 1 BATH & LAUNDRY. MASTER BEDROOM W/ CATHEDRAL CEILING & PRIVATE DECK LARGE PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT W/ STORAGE.MLS 4820877
WELCOME HOME TO A CAREFREE LIFESTYLE MAGNIFICENT ONE BEDROOM CONDO, FEATURES INCLUDE KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, HUGE LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, DEN/ OFFICE, BATHROOM WITH WHIRLPOOL TUB. LAUNDRY ROOM, CROWN MOLDINGS, HARDWOOD FLOORS AS SEEN. WALK-IN CLOSET AND ALL THAT HARBOR COVE HAS TO OFFER. PLUS, ALL THE FINE RESTAURANTS & GALLERIES THAT PIERMONT HAS TO OFFER. MLS 4829127
800 Astri Terrace
113 Harbor Cove
32 Lombardi Road
107 Old Pascack Road
NANUET | $369,999 93 Treetop Circle
”A TOUCH OF CLASS” DEFINES THIS GORGEOUS TOWNHOUSE. TOTALLY RENOVATED 2016 KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTER AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, HUGE LIVING ROOM AND DINING ROOM, BEAUTIFUL FULL BATH ON THE MAIN LEVEL. 2ND FLOOR FEATURES MASTER BED WITH GORGEOUS MASTER BATH, ONE OTHER BED AND BATH IN HALLWAY, LOWER LEVEL FEATURES DEN/OFFICE, EXERCISE ROOM AND LAUNDRY ROOM. HARDWOOD FLOORS ON MAIN LEVEL AND BAMBOO PRE FINISHIED ON 2ND FLOOR. CENTRAL AIR, NEW FRONT SCREEN DOORS, CROWN MOLDINGS, PRIVACY AND CLOSETS GALORE. HEAT INCLUDED IN COMMON CHARGES. MLS 4848079
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YOU NEVER KNOW… where you’ll see Rivertown. This month it’s traveled from Alaska to Sicily.
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HOLIDAY PARTY – You and your kids will love the Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble’s performance of the Nutcracker.
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HISTORIC DINING – Tappan’s 76 House is the oldest restaurant in America. It’s a wonderful place to celebrate the Holidays at the Pearl River Hilton.
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CUTTING EDGE - The global marketing power of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh give it an edge over its competitors.
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MEDICAL SUCCESS – Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery has been serving the Hudson Valley for over 45 years.
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HISTORIC STORE – Grace’s Thrift Shop in Nyack celebrates 50 years of community service.
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SAD FAREWELL – Gerhardt’s Automotive Repair in Piermont closes after 80 years.
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HOME SWEET HOME – Life at 14 Rivertown Drive in Upper Nyack is sweet indeed.
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SHOP LATE! SHOP LOCAL! You can find all your Holiday gifts at South Broadway in Nyack – and support your local businesses.
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HELP SELF-ADVOCATES – How you can help the inspiring Arc Rockland group.
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RAVE REVIEWS – Rivertown Tap House in Piermont receives rave reviews from Hudson Valley residents.
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ELEGANT LIVING - This New City home is causing a lot of buzz – and it’s priced at under $525,000.
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Funny Ha Ha: My wife and I kicked off party season by attending Rockland Pride’s fabulous party inside Amazing Grace Circus’s new big top. Candice, who enjoys costume parties, dressed up as a sexy witch. Very sexy. I’m not quite into the Halloween, so all I had was a knife that apparently went right through my skull - bought for a few bucks at CVS. Candice got a lot of admiring comments, but all I got were a few jokes like: “You look as if you’ve got a splitting headache.” Eventually I realized the only way to fight bad jokes is with even worse jokes. So here are a few unbeatable gags to entertain your guests over the holidays. On the other hand, these jokes may drive them away. • How does Moses make tea? Hebrews it. • Venison for dinner again? Oh deer! • A cartoonist was found dead in his home. Details are sketchy. • I used to be a banker, but then I lost interest. • Haunted French pancakes give me the crêpes. • England has no kidney bank, but it does have a Liverpool. • I tried to catch some fog, but I mist. • They told me I had type-A blood, but it was a Typo. • I changed my iPod’s name to Titanic. It’s syncing now. • Jokes about German sausage are the wurst. • I know a guy who’s addicted to brake fluid, but he says he can stop any time. • I stayed up all night to see where the sun went, and then it dawned on me. • This girl said she recognized me from the vegetarian club, but I’d never met herbivore. • When chemists die, they barium. • I’m reading a book about anti-gravity. I just can’t put it down.
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• I did a theatrical performance about puns. It was a play on words. • Why were the Indians here first? They had reservations. • I didn’t like my beard at first. Then it grew on me. • Did you hear about the cross-eyed teacher who lost her job because she couldn’t control her pupils? • When you get a bladder infection, urine trouble. • Broken pencils are pointless. • What do you call a dinosaur with an extensive vocabulary? A thesaurus. • I dropped out of communism class because of lousy Marx. • I got a job at a bakery because I kneaded dough. • Don’t worry about old age; it doesn’t last. • When my granddad was 65, he started running a mile a day to keep fit. He’s 70 now and we have no idea where he is. • Did you hear about the two guys who stole a calendar? They each got six months. • I wondered why the frisbee was getting bigger. Then it hit me. • Why are teddy bears never hungry? Because they’re always stuffed. • What do a dog and a phone have in common? They both have collar ID. • Why didn’t the astronaut come home to his wife? He needed his space. • My sister bet me a hundred dollars I couldn’t build a car out of spaghetti. You should have seen the look on her face as I drove pasta. • Can a kangaroo jump higher than a house? Of course, a house doesn’t jump at all. • I got fired from my job at the bank today. An old lady came in and asked me to check her balance, so I pushed her over. • Why don’t they play poker in the jungle? Too many cheetahs.
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Gary's Gutter Service Hero of the Month
Rivertown Magazine Vol. 19, Issue 11
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: Daniel Spitzer Columnists: Candace Boyle, Neal Deutsch, Joe Lux; Frank Mancione; Nyack Wine Cellar Assistant to the Publisher: Barbara Sevier Co-Founder: Shirley Bunton
Joe Allen, Chairman of the Board of People to People, is Gary’s Gutter Service November 2018 “Hero of the Month” Gary Parahus, the owner of Gary’s Gutter Service presented Joe Allen the November 2018 “Hero of the Month Award for his longtime service to People to People, Rockland County’s largest Food Pantry working to help struggling Rocklanders through difficult times with dignity through its programs. Last year People to People provided assistance to nearly 14,000 Rockland households. Life’s circumstances can change quickly. The loss of a job, the sudden death of a spouse, a tragic accident can cause a drastic change in one’s ability to put food on the table and make ends meet. People to People is there to assist Rocklanders during these times, and these could be someone you may know: single parents, senior citizens, and veterans comes to People to People. People to People is proud of its fiscal stewardship, with less than 5% of its funds raised spent on operations. Joe currently serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors of People to People. He is producer, director and writer of “Empty Cupboards.” He is also in charge of all philanthropic efforts of Active International, a corporate trading company in Pearl River, NY. At Active, he created Active Cares, which has provided funds and other assistance to more than 700 organizations since its inception in 1997. Joe is also the producer, writer and director of the award-winning documentary, “Two Schools in Hilburn,” “Hudson Valley Honor Flights: Generation Bridge,” and “Twenty Million Minutes.” If you would like to donate to People to People go to www.peopletopeopleinc. org. They accept monetary donations as well as non-perishable food items and gently-used clothes. Go to the web site and find upcoming events as well as resources to organize food and clothing drives. People to People is located at 121 West Nyack Road in Nanuet, NY. You can call them at 845-623-4912 or email info@peopletopeopleinc. org. For information on volunteering opportunities call 845-623-4900, ext 213. Gary’s Gutter Service and Rivertown Magazine would like to congratulate Joe Allen on his long time philanthropic endeavors and service to the poor and the community.
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Dear Candice, I need advice for my master bedroom but I am on a very limited budget. I have simple furniture that is a dark wood which I can’t stand. It has simple contemporary lines. The knobs have to be replaced too. I would like to have a new clean, bright look but I don’t know where to start. I am handy and like to do projects. The room has dark brown wood floors. I want it to be a place to relax. At this time it is like a dark tomb. The room is a good size and I do have room for a chair as I would like a place to read. I like to watch television in my room from bed. The bed is opposite the dresser. But where do I put the TV? I have no clue. What would you suggest for colors? I like most colors except red. Can you suggest bedding and window treatments? I have white shades for privacy. I appreciate and thank you for your advice. Jodi, Nyack Dear Jodi, This is going to be a great project, and I will make it very affordable for you. Let’s start with your dark furniture. Dark wood is a thing of the
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 cbcreates2014@gmail.com or call her at 845-358-6567 past, and the reclaimed wood look is hot on the market. Since you are “handy,” I suggest you go to your local paint shop and check the internet to do the following. Lighten the furniture by antiquing it with a white wash with a tinge of gray. Gray is the new beige. This will allow you to modernize your furniture with little expense, and establish a bright, clean look. Now we can move on to the rest of your project. Gold is the new trend in metal. Add new knobs with a matte gold and a pair of lamps in the same muted gold with white shades. Paint the headboard wall navy blue with an eggshell finish. Navy is the newest color, and it will look fabulous. Paint the rest of the walls white.
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Purchase a ready-made dust ruffle (tailored) and comforter in white, add euro shams in white, pillow shams in navy and toss pillows in print of navy, white, and yellow for fun. Add a navy throw at the end of the bed. Buy a carpet under the bed area made of natural fibers and in a natural beige color. Window treatments should be a light-weight gauzy material. The panels should be on the sides of the window and hung as high as possible on a muted gold pole. Purchase a chair (and ottoman) in navy with an adjustable height floor lamp in gold beside it. Place a nice piece of artwork over the bed and on other walls as required. Sit back and admire your new master bedroom!
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Top Individual & Business Tax Strategies for the End of the Year
It has been almost a year since the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was enacted, but most taxpayers still aren’t aware of the steps to take between now and year’s end to improve their position. By taking appropriate measures, it is possible to maximize the benefits and minimize the burdens under the new law. To increase the likelihood of a “soft landing” at tax-time, a number of experts shared what they would advise doing between now and year’s end. Here are their suggestions. Always, always, always save Maximize retirement plan contributions before year-end. This is a perennial suggestion, as far too many taxpayers fail to make the most of their 401(k)s and other savings accounts. Clean out FSAs Review flexible spending accounts to determine if the account balance can be used before the plan’s deadline. Funds not used by the account deadline will be lost, so schedule those medical appointments, buy new glasses or FSA- covered health care items before year-end. Fine-tune the W-4 Revise your job’s tax withholding at your job before year-end to more closely match remaining withholding for the year to expected tax obligations. The savings that you may have anticipated might have already been given to you through less withholding from your paycheck. If you’ve been receiving a bigger paycheck, it won’t be there -- or worse, you may owe money. Hit in the high-tax states If you are subject to the $10,000 deduc-
You and Your Taxes
By Joseph A. Lux, CPA, PLLC tion cap on state and local taxes, you may be able to preserve real estate tax deductions by allocating to a business or rental whenever possible. Look at pay in pass-throughs If your small business is eligible for the 20 percent deduction for pass-through entities, determine whether there are any changes in your compensation structure that will maximize the deduction. Check out ‘reasonable compensation’ rules Make sure your S corporation owner’s salary meets the “reasonable compensation” standard – the amount you would need to pay someone else to do the same job. If you have not taken a salary, do so by the end of the year. Recapturing Alternative Minimum Tax With the new higher income limits for individuals exposed to the Alternative Minimum Tax, more taxpayers will have the opportunity to recapture the AMT paid in prior years. Calculate prior years’ AMT credit now and reduce your withholding to enjoy the benefit early. Loss harvesting Sell stocks that may produce a loss. Taxpayers can deduct up to $3,000 ($1,500 for married filing separately) of their excess losses, which reduces overall income. If the taxpayer sold stocks that resulted in a gain, selling stocks that produce a loss will offset the gain.
Managing itemizing Compare reduced itemized deductions to which you might be entitled this year to the new standard deduction. If you won’t benefit from increasing itemized deductions such as charitable contributions (because the standard deduction will be greater), you can consider bunching charitable contributions into every other year, setting up a donor-advised fund, or, if over 70-1/2, making charitable contributions through IRA distributions. If you are taking itemized deductions this year, you can add to it by cleaning out closets, dressers, and storage areas and donating unused items to charitable organizations such as Amvets, Goodwill, and the Salvation Army. Get some big wheels Buy an SUV or truck that is heavier than 6,000 pounds for a business to take bonus depreciation up to 100 percent of the cost of the vehicle. Go for a cost-segregation study If you purchased or will be purchasing real estate by year’s end to rent out or use in business, do a cost segregation study so you can capture the bonus depreciation on land improvements and contents of the building during 2018. Pick the right date to split If you are in the middle of a divorce, finalize the divorce before the end of 2018 so you will be able to deduct alimony paid to your spouse. If you will be the recipient of the alimony, you may want to put off finalizing the divorce or cut a deal to increase payment – after 2018 you won’t pay tax on the alimony. Many of the above suggestions will seem foreign or unfamiliar since they are the result of the new tax law that went into effect during 2018. Your CPA has spent much of the last 11 months gaining an understanding of the new law and its impact. Ask him to help you to determine how it impacts you.
Joseph A. Lux, CPA has been providing tax and accounting services to individuals and small businesses in our community for over twenty-five 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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November Tips Over the many years that I have written this column buyers keep asking the same question – whether through the column or as a client “why do I need to get a pre-approved before I know which house I am going to buy?”. consider you as a tenant. My answer has always been the - A good credit score same, it helps you to be ready when - Income to afford the apartment you find your dream home. If you - Good references from your current or past landlord are not pre-approved and make an If the apartment you are looking to rent is plus all utilities the landlord offer, there is a chance you can lose in most cases is not going just look at the rent you must pay but how much the home to a buyer that has been in total it will cost you to live there. pre-approved. It only takes one phone call and twenty minutes of your time to speak to a mortgage broker or a banker. It is usually good for 90 days and puts you in a better position when do find the perfect home. To Renter: There are three things that you need before a landlord will need
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Ann & Bob Shulman from Stony Pt., NY enjoying their Rivertown magazine in the Caribbean
Kelsey DiCarlo, Tyler Sadutto, Morgan DiCarlo, Jaclyn O’Shea and Michelle D’Agostino took Rivertown with them to Walt Disney World Orlando Florida
Fernande Labarre celebrated her birthday at Meli-Melo Restaurant in Valley Stream, Long Island
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The Tappan Players at the Barn, for their 2018 production of Neil Simon’s comedy, Rumors.
Harold Brewer, Mary Babinec and Patty Anderson were having fun in Atlantic City.
Gus Amador and his wife Jody were at the other end of the country - in the wilds of Alaska.
Christina and Fernando Cortes of Tappan enjoying the most southernmost point of the USA.
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Beth, Gabby and Brian Raines of New City, and Pablo and Denise Ramos of Pearl River, never leave home without the Rivertown. Let’s Go Boulders!
Mark Walters, Barbara Jenkins (Nanuet), Stefan Kuhns and Dr. Sarah Lerch (formerly from New Hempstead) enjoy a day in Nyhavn, Copenhagen.
Judy Whidbee and her sisters Lynn Hyche and Elnora “Wawa” Phillips in Punta Cana, DR celebrating Judy’s 70th birthday.
Betty Scheu and Charlene Nyland, of Congers, en- joy the beauty of Alberta, Canada
Left: Larry,- Frieda, Seth and Audrey Luxenberg on the Katy Trail, Dallas, Texas. Right: The Longo family in DisneyWorld.
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Joey and Rita Sadutto, of Stony Point, took Rivertown to Scoglitti, Sicily.
Liz Bowler of Nanuet took Rivertown and her grandchildren hiking in North Creek, NY
Shawn and Deb Frederick of Nyack, atop Mt. Lincoln in the White Mountains, New Hampshire. This completes hiking all ten 5000’+ peaks in the Northeast.
Barbara and Burt Steinberg and Joe Brancato At Penguin Theatre in Stony Point, NY.
The Sloatsburg Seniors enjoying a trip to Niagara Falls and Toronto, Canada...at the Hydro Floral Clock adorned with over 15,000 flowers.
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Tri-state residents eagerly await the Rockland youth dance ensemble’s performance of “The Nutcracker”
Anna Scott and Eoin Robinson from last year's production Story by Tom Riley For 39 years, Diane Frankel, owner of Coupe Theater Studio, has enthralled audiences as the Artistic Director of The Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble's (RYDE) performance of "The Nutcracker." She has been bringing the experience of a full length ballet to thousands of happy residents from Rockland, Northern New Jersey and beyond. The first performances were in the Old Coachlight Dinner Theatre in Nanuet. The production then moved to Clarkstown South High School, and now it is being held in
the beautiful Cultural Arts Theater at Rockland Community College. The Nutcracker story takes place in 1892 in Germany where, at a Christmas Eve party, Clara receives a Nutcracker from her magical Uncle Herr Drosselmeyer. The stunning set, along with period costumes, make you feel you are at a Victorian Party. When Clara creeps downstairs to find her Nutcracker, the house is filled with strange noises and the shadows frighten Clara. Drosselmeyer comforts her fears and magically makes the Christmas
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tree grow. The Nutcracker comes to life and battles the Mouse King. The mice are defeated, but the Nutcracker lies motionless. Distraught Clara seeks the help of the beautiful Snow Queen who brings the Nutcracker back to life and changes him into a handsome Prince. The Snow Queen leads Clara and her Prince into a pine forest and to a sled. The sled takes Clara to the Land of the Sweets where she is greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy and all her friends. What sets RYDE's Nutcracker
apart from others in the area is the special matinee performance for children and their families. During these matinees, the story is narrated live to enhance the action that is happening on stage. It is a way of guiding the younger members through the story and have them have a deeper experience. "It's like hearing a bedtime story and watching a ballet at the same time," says Lyra who came to see the Nutcracker from Cornwall-on-the Hudson. "I love the beautiful costumes and seeing the dancers on their toes," she adds. The Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble presents the full length ballet, "The Nutcracker" with music by Tchaikovsky. This holiday program has been enjoyed by residents of the Tri-State area for 39 years. This year, over 220 ballet students aged between 7 and 18 from the Rockland and Bergen County perform in RYDE's 39th Season of "The Nutcracker." Clara will be danced by Kalina Egan and Emily Piekut. The Grand Pas de Deux will be danced by Sabrina Gerstein and Dahlia Luongo, Astrid Neblung partnered by John Carlos Leftkowitz, Justin Sherman, and JJ Turek.
Grand Pas de deux rehearsal students were listed in article The Junior Company Performances Saturday, December 1st at 1pm *narrated and 4pm Sunday, December 2nd at 1pm *narrated and 4pm Senior Ensemble Performances Friday, December 7th 7pm *narrated; Special group rates available for Girl Scout Troops ($20 a ticket for Registered Girl Scouts) Saturday, December 8th at 1pm *narrated and 4pm Sunday, December 9th at 1pm *narrated and 4pm All performances are at Rockland Community College, Cultural Arts Theater, 145 College Avenue,Suffern, NY 10901. Tickets are available at: https://www.showtix4u.com/
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With holiday parties on the horizon make your own history at the most historic restaurant in America “The 76 House” Story/Photos by Tom Riley When most folks reminisce about holidays and think of those to come, a warm and cozy fireplace and twinkling decorations of the season are probably the most important backdrop. No where embodies this romantic vision of the holidays better than the ’76 House. The “76 House” located at 110 Main Street in Tappan is one of our community’s great treasures. Not only is it America’s oldest tavern, but over its 360 years it is has been a witness to history both personal and private. It has been a place of weddings and festivities and a place of struggle from which America was born. Today its owner, Robb Norden is most proud that he is able to perpetuate what the founders of our community originally intended the “76 House” be: a place of great cheer and solemn importance. Listed as a National Landmark, the “76 House” is where three profound revolutionary events occurred. On July 4th of 1774, our town elders gathered here and signed the “Resolutions of Orangetown,” which was one of the first separatist documents sent to the English. Second, Major John Andre, the British spy who plotted with Benedict Arnold to deliver West Point to the British, was confined to the “76 House” before being executed on the hill behind the tavern. And third, the
British Commander, Sir Guy Carlton met with Washington here on May 3,1783 and handed Washington the plans of the British evacuation. After a sumptuous meal catered by Samuel Fraunces, Carlton rose and officially recognized America as an independent nation. Daniel Webster called America’s Colonial Taverns, “the headquarters of the Revolution.” Patrons of the “76 House” knew it as “the listening Post of the Revolution.” They knew Washington made his headquarters at that building of like vintage just across the creek. Actually, this tavern’s colonial patrons called it simply Mabie’s for its tavern keeper. History shows all colonial taverns could as well have been called midwives of the Revolution, such was their critical role in America’s birth. Across the colonies, taverns were where town folks and country folk kept in touch. Sam Adams plotted the Tea Party at Boston’s Green Dragon Tavern. Thomas Jefferson drafted elements of the Declaration of Independence at The Indian Queen in Philadelphia and Patrick Henry and
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restless Virginia patriots pledged their lives and liberty at the Raleigh Tavern in Williamsburg. George Washington bade farewell to his Officer’s Corps at Fraunces Tavern in Manhattan. Today, under the management
of Tavernkeeper Robb Norden, patrons enjoy fabulous food prepared by acclaimed Chefs David Linare and Albert Meza in a comfortable and hospitable atmosphere. Four glowing fireplaces, live music every night, their famous Sunday Brunch and eagerly awaited monthly Wine Dinners have elevated the “76 House” to a top dining destination. Making your own history at this famous tavern is easy. Give Robb a call and be received with generous spirit, generous portions and become part of the growing 76 house family! Do you like the Blues, Jazz or Classical Piano on Tuesday nights along with the most delicious food? Then you’ll love the “76 House.” The “76 House” is open 7 days a week and has music every night. If you don’t believe us, take it from Kevin K who had this to say about his night out at the “76 House”: “The atmosphere alone is worth it. The Tavernkeeper is a fantastic, generous and knowledgeable guy when it comes to the ‘76 House.’ The food is top quality and plentiful. The establishment is rich in history and has some powerful guests. I didn’t know it but I was sitting at Former President Jimmy Carter’s favorite table. You owe it to yourself to give it a try. Tell Robert, Kevin sent you.” Make a little history of your own. Imagine your Wedding or Special Event at the “76 House”- gorgeous, candlelit in front of a blazing fireplace with a timeless blend of enduring beauty and creative contemporary cuisine. You’ll also enjoy the thousands of decorative lights announcing the Holiday Season. The “76 House” can graciously accommodate up to 200 guests in 4 distinctly stylized Dining Rooms each one graced with a glowing fireplace, and everything is beautifully appointed. Give Robert, the Tavernkeeper a call to hold your Special Occasion or Corporate Event at the “76 House. Call him at 845-359-5476 or visit 76house.com. NOVEMBER 2018 | RIVERTOWNMAG.COM
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A Taste Of Rockland! Guests of the 23rd annual A Taste of Rockland enjoyed sweet and savory signature dishes from more than 45 of the area’s best restaurants and dessert providers. The event was held at the Hilton Pearl River on October 1, 2018, and proceeds benefitted The Arc Rockland.
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Teamwork & client experience give William Raveis Baer & McIntosh the cutting edge Story by Tom Riley
William Raveis Baer & McIntosh continues to list and sell more homes thanks to its cutting edge global marketing power combined with a stellar team of knowledgeable agents, including associate broker Robin Miller. “We all work together in the office and help each other out,” says Robin, “It is not cutthroat at all.” The home-buying process is not just finding the house of your dreams, but also making sure you can afford it. That’s where Robin’s deep knowledge of the business comes in. She ensures her buyers find the perfect property and makes the closing process as smooth as possible by working with seasoned professionals like Ron Laurent and the Forman Team at Cross Country Mortgage in Montvale, New Jersey. “Ron Laurent makes our deals go smoothly. Communication is key, and Ron is right on top of things,” says Robin. Loan Officer Ron Laurent handles nearly all of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh’s loan business. Formerly a Wall Street Trader, Ron has deep knowledge of the financial field and enjoys the client interactions of his current position. “I was fortunate to meet Scott Forman of Cross Country Mortgage,” says Ron. “I was attracted to his focus on the client experience. Personally and professionally, I liked his emphasis on meeting the client’s needs. Recently a client wanted to buy a second home, and I suggested a reverse mortgage. The client was happy with that suggestion. It saved an outof-pocket cost, and it turned out to be an out of the box solution for this particular client.” Robin confirms Laurent’s expertise by adding, “Ron just doesn’t generate a lot of competitive rates, he finds innovative solutions that fit our clients’ needs.” Currently, she has four listings that Ron is eager to help finance:
72 Smith Ave. South Nyack, NY 10960
72 Smith Avenue in South Nyack is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome for $479,000 which is a Commuter’s Delight. It is steps from bus stop and blocks from the TZ Bridge entrance. It is located between the quaint rivertown villages of Piermont and Nyack.
121 Birchwood Avenue Upper Nyack, NY 10960 121 Birchwood Avenue in Upper Nyack is a “Diamond in the Rough” asking $469,000. Location, location, location! This sweet 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch with great potential needs TLC. It’s on a beautiful corner lot with new roof. Make sure you check out the cool “Virtual Staging!”
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1115 Route 9W Upper Grandview, NY 10960 1115 Route 9W in Upper Grandview is a riverview hideaway for $774,900. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath contemporary overlooks the river and new Tappan Zee Bridge, boasting innumerable amenities. Enjoy great sunrises; watch the Supermoon rise over Westchester!
Realtor Robin Miller & Loan Officer Ron Laurent
33 Forest Ridge Road Nyack, NY 10960
33 Forest Ridge Road in Nyack is a spacious updated 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath townhome which has a new price adjustment of $525,000. It is perfect for entertaining and centrally located for commuters. For more information on these and other homes on the market, call Robin Miller on her cell at 854-596-0459, at the Nyack office at 845-358-9440, or email robin@baerhomes.com. She’ll be happy to give you a tour of the homes. For your mortgage needs, you can call Ron Laurent on his cell at 201-7889686 or email rlaurent@formanteam.com.
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Ramapo Oral & Maxillo - Facial Surgery has been serving the Hudson Valley for over 45 Years
The top surgeons at Ramapo Maxillo - Facial Surgery, Dr. Drew A. Nunziata, DMD, MD, Dr. Hunter J. Martin, DDS, MD and owner, Dr. David J. Caponigro, DDS
Story by Tom Riley Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons are the surgical specialists of the dental profession. Their extensive education and training, surgical expertise, and unparalleled understanding of esthetics and function uniquely qualify them to treat conditions, defects, injuries and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, jaws and face. Â Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery, located at 84 Route 59 in Suffern, is the leader in the Hudson Valley. Â With a referral-based practice from general dentists and primary care physicians, they per-
Dr. Hunter Martin, DDS, MD enjoys working with children with Special Needs, Autism and disabilities.
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A seminar of Continuing Education taking place at the Ramapo Maxillo-Facial Surgery Center located at 84 Route 59 in Suffern.
form wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, orthognathic surgery, 3D imaging, locator abutments with overdenture, bone grafting techniques, platform shifting, and many other surgical procedures. They also respond to trauma calls from Good Samaritan Hospital and Nyack Montefiore Hospital when facial fractures and sports injuries need their expertise. Meet The Surgeons The surgeons at Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery are Dr. David Caponigro, DDS, son of the founder, Dr. Drew A. Nunziata, DMD, MD, and Dr. Hunter Martin, DDS, MD, who recently joined the ever-expanding practice. “What makes us special is the Front Staff, and all the assistance we have,” says Dr. Martin. “We've been here so long everything runs like a welloiled machine. We also do a lot of
Continuing Education with dental professionals in the County, and we hold many seminars." Originally from Lakeland, Florida, Dr. Martin earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology and Cell Science from the University of Florida in 2006. She earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from NYU College of Dentistry in 2011, and completed her Medical Degree at NYU School of Medicine. She finished her Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and general surgery training at NYU/Bellevue Hospital Langone Medical Center. “I treat a lot of children in a comfortable environment here. I enjoy working with special needs and autistic children with any disability. I love my work because everyday is challenging and varied.” Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery utilizes 3D imaging to enable the surgeons to visual the entire mouth and pinpoint the exact
problem area. The digital treatment can pre-operatively determine that surgery goes as flawless as possible. "We are dedicated to patient care, and the communication among the staff is excellent, precise and delicate,” says Martin. To schedule an appointment with one of the surgeons at Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery, call 845357-2070, email surgery@RamapoMaxSurgery.com, or visit www. RamapoMaxSurgery.com. You can also email the Practice Administrator, Virginia Farrell at virginia. roms@gmail.com.
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Water, water, everywhere. Thanks to Culligan Water of Rockland County! Story by Tom Riley Eighty-five percent of Rockland County’s water is considered hard water, which contains high amounts of calcium and lime. While high mineral content in water is safe to ingest, its effect on your skin and household items and appliances is more damaging. Hard water showers can leave behind a film, making the skin feel less clean. Dandruff and dry skin problems such as eczema could also be the result of using hard water. Hard water can cause spots and residue on dishes, and breaks down clothing fabric more
L to R The Culligan of Rockland Team--Jamie McIvor, Head Salesman, John Meyer, Manager, Stephen Cignarella, Alan Lewis, Denise Lathrop, Ed Arrietta, Christie Herdman, Owner, Linda Reedshaw,Chris Sanchez and Chris Grim quickly. It also causes mineral buildup in pipes and eventually clogs them, leading to costly repairs. A Culligan water test, conducted by a licensed expert, can determine what type of water you have and help you decide what kind of water you want. For over 68 years, Culligan of Rockland has been providing purified water to tens of thousands of Rockland County businesses, homeowners, nursing homes, and hospitals. Culligan Water Systems’ innovative water treatment solutions has been improving the water quality of Rockland County since 1950. “My grandfather started the Culligan franchise here,” says Christie Herdman, owner of Culligan of Rockland. “I'm the third generation running the family business." Culligan of Rockland is an integral part of Rockland County, with employees who have been with the company for as long as 34 years. In 2016, Culligan of Rockland was honored to receive the 2016 Emmitt J. Culligan Award as part of the 15 Top Performing Dealerships in North America, according to Herdman. Culligan of
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Rockland also gives back to the community through donations to Keep Rockland Beautiful, school events and field days. Culligan of Rockland offers a range of water softeners, filtration and ultraviolet treatment to address your water issues. "If you are looking for a water softener in Rockland or a drinking water system anywhere in the County, give Culligan of Rockland a call,” says Jamie McIvor, the Head Salesman. “We will give you a free in-home water analysis to determine if you are experiencing water problems and which Culligan product may best suit your needs.” A licensed master plumber does all the installations, and Culligan of Rockland handles all of the maintenance. If you are ready to improve the essence of your life, visit Culligan of Rockland’s website at www.culliganrockland.com, call 845-634-5030 or email CulliganRockland@att.net to schedule your free 30-minute Culligan Water Analysis. Culligan of Rockland is located at 21 First Street in New City.
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Grace’s Thrift Shop in Nyack celebrates 50 years of community service It takes a village. From People to People to Head Start, from Sunday Supper to Grace’s Kitchen, Nyack Salesman: Good morning. I’d like to speak to Grace. embodies the saying, “It takes a GTS: There is no Grace. It’s a church. Grace Episcopal Church. village”. Looking around town, you see volunteer organizations Salesman: OK, then may I speak with the Boss? working in every area of need: GTS: There is no Boss. WE are a charity run by volunteers. whether it is childcare, feeding the Salesman: Who purchases things? hungry, sheltering homeless people, educating children, beautifying GTS: We don’t buy anything. Memorial Park, and caring for the Salesman: Then where do you get this stuff? mentally ill. When Nyack and Rockland CounGTS: People give it to us. We sell it and give the money to community ty see a need, people work to fill it. organizations and we’ve been doing it for 50 years. Story By Theresa Bergan and Kickie Fulmor
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One of those organizations, Grace’s Thrift Shop, located at 10 South Broadway, Nyack, is celebrating 50 years of community service this November. In 1968, a small group of Grace Church women, under the leadership of parishioner Marguerite David and the Reverend Charles Green, opened a thrift shop to raise money to support the Nyack Child Day Care Center, located in St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in South Nyack. The shop quickly outgrew its original location and moved to its present location at 10 South Broadway. As the shop grew, so did its purpose. The list of recipients has grown from one day care center to over 15 community organizations. To give you a ground up view of Grace’s Thrift Shop, Rivertown Magazine asked the volunteers to answer some questions about themselves and the store. Here is what we found out: Who is Grace’s Thrift Shop? There are 40 active volunteers from all over the county but mostly from the Nyacks. About half are members of Grace Church Nyack. According to volunteers, there are a few “youngsters” in their 50s, but most are women between the ages of 60 and 90 years old.
ple. One volunteer had a practical response to altruism: “I can’t write checks to all these groups so I volunteer.” Others had more personal reasons for volunteering:
who needs it while making money to give away to those in need. They work with another charity which collects serviceable used clothing and ships it overseas where it is given away. This is where most of do“I enjoy meeting people [both cus- nated wedding dresses go. The last tomers and other volunteers]” group of gowns were taken apart to be used to make dresses for fiestas “I do this because it makes me feel de quinceanera. Nothing goes in good and keeps me out of the re- the landfill. If there are donations frigerator.” that have outlived their usefulness, they are sent to the donation boxes. Then there are those who felt compelled to volunteer because What Can Rivertown Readers Do there was a need for it. “With me it to Help? was the nose of the camel. I started with just one Saturday afternoon Grace’s is always looking for a month in the 1990s, then when volunteers for a variety of tasks. I retired, I became a fill-in when Call (845) 358-7488 and leave a needed. Now I have one afternoon message. You can also email the a week plus one Saturday a month. Manager Theresa Bergen esztyk@ In 2015, I found myself co-manag- yahoo.com or Kickie Fulmor lexing the shop.” ow2@yahoo.com. “I didn’t volunteer. Betty Brookfield (manager from 1978 to 1999) The Three Rules of Donating to a asked me what Saturday I wanted, Thrift Shop and here I am” says another volunteer. Before donating ask yourself: Jeannie Duryea was a long-time volunteer at Grace’s Thrift Shop, Would I give this to a friend? working the Saturday morning shift until the age of 104. She passed Is this something I would buy in a away in 2016 at the age of 105. thrift store if I needed it? “Jeannie (Duryea) said I should,” Is it sparkling clean or pressed as said one volunteer. the case may be?
What is Grace’s Thrift Why Volunteer at Grace’s Thrift Shop’s Mission? Shop? Grace’s Thrift Shop provides The why of this enterprise is items of good quality and reasonas varied as the “Who”. Many re- able prices so anyone can afford sponded with a broad mission of them. The store keeps children’s the store: to help the community things in the $1 to $3 range. They and contribute to various charities. are recyclers par excellence, acOthers are more specific, explain- cepting items you no longer need or ing that they feed and clothe peo- want and passing it on to someone NOVEMBER 2018 | RIVERTOWNMAG.COM
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Gerhardt’s Automotive Repair in Piermont closes after 80 years Story by Daniel Spitzer MD As an 8 year old David proudly sports his “Shell” uniform next to his father Otto. This photo was taken at the same spot as the photo of the present day staff.
A fixture of downtown Piermont’s eclectic architecture as well as a much-loved institution is closing its doors. David Gerhardt announced that he will be closing his automotive service station, ending over eight decades of his family’s service to the local community. Besso’s Service Station, the predecessor to Gerhardt’s, was opened on the site of what had been Linkey’s Candy Store in approximately 1935 at the north end of “Downtown”. Kurt Gerhardt, a recent immigrant from Germany, started working at the shop shortly thereafter, and assumed ownership in approximately 1938, renaming it Kurt’s at that time. Kurt’s brother Otto joined the forces at the shop in 1955, taking over completely in 1965 when Kurt retired. Otto’s son David started pumping gas and helping the mechanics as an 8 year old child, and in turn assumed the management when Otto retired. “Gerhardt’s” has been the official name since the 1980s. Despite several name changes over the decades; the shop has been run by the Gerhardt’s in 2018. David Gerhardt (left) holds up a photo of his uncle same family for over 80 years. Kurt at work, with Tony DeLoatch (middle) assisting, and mechanic Mike Through the years, Gerhardt’s has Kolling at right. 52 RIVERTOWN MAGAZINE | NOVEMBER 2018
Kurt (L) and Otto Gerhardt (R), circa 1950s. Note, at right, the ad for Coke, “Have a Coke in Bottles” and, behind it, a railroad box car labelled “Canadian Pacific”. The Erie Railroad spur into Piermont was still active at that time.
Besso’s Service station, circa 1937. Handwriting on the back of the vintage print provides some early history.
earned a reputation for providing skillful repairs, performed on time, economically and with expertise. They catered to the cars of many local residents, whether domestic or foreign, new or vintage, and took particular pleasure in the repair of eccentric vehicles. Many residents, upon leaving Piermont, would still return to Gerhardt’s for inspections and repairs, even if that required a special trip and considerable effort. Gerhardt’s loyal customers, many of whom have depended on the guys at the shop – David, Mike Kolling and Tony DeLoatch for decades – feel lost from the closing of the shop. The Gerhardt’s crew will likewise miss their many friends. And even as rumors about the future of the key Piermont property swirl, the community bids a fond farewell to Gerhardt’s Automotive.
Gerhardt’s Sign – a Piermont icon.
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Home sweet home at 14 Riverton Drive
Story by Tom Riley One early misty morning, I pull into the refreshingly new and updated community of homes at Riverton Drive in Upper Nyack. I take a deep breath of fresh air and admire the striking Hudson River views as I exit my car. Entering the spacious, beautifully-appointed home, I am awestruck at how the river peeks back at me from every nook and cranny. Boy is life at 14 Riverton Drive sweet... Michael Chang and Sidney Goto, the realtors and marketers responsible for this delectable listing, have dubbed the home “Nyack Sweets” after Lisa Chang’s company of the same name. Crafting custom cakes and delicious treats, she offers creative packages for events large and small. Yes, the home smelled divine - a freshly baked apple pie was in the oven, but I digress. Like all cakes, there are many layers of complexity to this home and property. The sugar lies in the expansive 3,269 square feet of charming details like the exposed wood beams, fireplace, and double barn doors. The doors open to the tasteful, well-appointed modern chef’s kitchen, where the scent of that apple pie permeates the air. This kitchen is a workhorse with a full suite of stainless steel GE Monogram Appliances, including a large cooking hood, a six-burner extra large stove, a microwave convection oven, heating lamp, and center island. The Delta "no
hands" farm sink, granite tabletops, and self-closing drawers are luscious amenities. The sprinkles are the thoughtful and carefully planned details within the home. Like a page torn straight from the Restoration Hardware fall catalog, 14 Riverton was meticulously designed, with a layout intended for the best in family living. The home also has storage galore in both walk-up attic and full basement. The cherry on top: a sun-filled master bedroom featuring panoramic views of the Hudson River, an exercise room and a large office. This home is close to schools, parks, transportation, and
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shopping. Trailheads to Hook Mountain, Rockland Lake, and Congers Lake are all nearby. Enjoy your Sweet Life.... With a price of $799,000 this 3,269 sqft, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, .6 acre, immaculately top-of-the-block Hudson River View Home can be yours. Reach out and ASK Mike or Sid about 14 Riverton Drive in Upper Nyack, NY or visit www.AskAdamTeam.com. You can contact Mike Chang at the William Raveis Baer & McIntosh Nyack Office at 845-358-9400, on his cell at 917664-5441, or email Mike@baerhomes. com. You can reach Sidney Goto at the Piermont office at 845-359-8989, his
cell at 646-765-8622 or by email at sid@baerhomes.com. Mike or Sid will be happy to arrange a tour. To satisfy that sweet tooth, visit www.nyacksweets.com and contact Lisa Chang at Lisa@nyacksweets. com for delicious custom cakes and treats of all sorts and for any occasion. William Raveis Baer & McIntosh is a technology-driven real estate firm with the global marketing power of the Northeast's largest family-owned real estate company. They have four offices locally in Nyack, Piermont, Warwick and Northvale, NJ, and another 130 offices throughout the Northeast, including a dozen offices in Westchester and a flagship office in NYC. Have a home to sell and want the best marketing and patented lead technology behind you and your home? Contact the “A-Team” of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh at 845-358-9440. Looking to learn more about the area? Trust us to find a place you will be thrilled to call home! Don’t forget to stay notified of our live Facebook video property tours, including this one, by “liking” facebook.com/baerhomes or following the team @AskAdamSells!
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Healthy Hearing - Healthy Life The secret to staying happy and healthy Every day we are inundated with advertisements and tips on how to live a healthy life. Many of us hope to age gracefully and happily by looking and feeling our best. For 75 years, The Harvard Study of Adult Development tracked the lives of its subjects and found that the key to being happy and healthy as we age is the strength of our relationships. However, the links of various components of our health are not always obvious and can hinder the strength of our relationships with others as we age.
What does hearing have to do with all of this? Hearing is one of the most basic ways we connect with others. Listening, laughing, and engaging verbally and aurally with loved ones help form and strengthen the connections that bind relationships. It should not be surprising that the odds of having age-related hearing loss — clinically known as Presbycusis — increase as we age. Statistics tell us that one in three people 60 and older have hearing loss, two-thirds of people 70-plus have it, and four out of every five persons older than 85 struggle to hear. The onset of age-related hear-
ing loss is typically gradual, over many years. Hearing loss affects many aspects of our health and if left untreated, can interfere with our ability to continue to live a healthy life as we age.
The consequences of hearing loss to overall health Even though hearing loss is gradual, science has shown immediate links between hearing loss and dangerous physical disorders and cognitive decline. A 2013 study by Johns Hopkins University found that those with hearing loss experienced a 30-40 percent faster decline in cognitive function compared to individuals with normal hearing. Additionally, the study also found that the rate of cognitive decline was higher as the extent of hearing loss increased. Experts believe there are three potential explanations for the connection between hearing loss and brain decline: • Hearing loss can lead to social solitude and depression, both of which are known risk factors for mental decline. • Hearing loss causes the brain to transfer resources away from memory and reasoning to the processing of fainter sounds.
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• Hearing loss is a symptom of a shared underlying injury to the brain that also impairs intellectual capability. Further studies by Johns Hopkins University and others have revealed additional connections between hearing loss and depression, memory problems, a higher risk of falls, and even dementia. Hearing loss can also make talking, listening and engaging more difficult and is a well-known precursor to social isolation — which the Harvard study proves it negatively impacts the quality of a person’s relationships and, subsequently, their health and happiness as they age. The consequences are all related to brain function and balance. If the experts are correct, hearing loss could very likely cause additional cognitive problems that haven’t yet been investigated.
Going from hearing loss to hearing gain
Using hearing aids to treat hearing loss improves the health of our relationships at home and work. Hearing aids can mitigate or reverse the effects of cognitive decline by re-stimulating the brain with enhanced sound. Hearing aid wearers report increased self-con-
fidence and socialization. Hearing our best improves communication with the important people in our lives, and good communication is one key to maintaining quality relationships over the course of our lifetime. We not only have a lot to lose with untreated hearing loss—we also have much to gain by taking the necessary steps to enhance our hearing and
continue to live a long and healthy life! The professionals at Advanced Audiology of NY understand the importance of communication in everyone’s life and are here to listen, educate, and assist with each individual patient’s hearing and balance needs. The Advanced Audiology team have given that gift of hearing back to thousands
of patients throughout there thirty years of combined experience and are eager to continue providing exceptional patient centered care and hearing services in Westchester, Rockland and now Orange County. They encourage you come on in and be one of their many happy hearing patients and hope to see you soon!
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South Broadway in Nyack: ‘Shop Late! Shop Local!’ during the holidays Isn’t there something charming about shopping in a village - a place where the merchants seem to not only know their longtime customers by name but also offer an equally warm welcome to newcomers? It’s the kind of spirit you’ll find all year along South Broadway in Nyack, where a selection of boutiques, shops, food and service purveyors are joining together again to offer “themed shopping” for the holiday season. With a nod to the busy schedule of today’s shoppers – and the desire for a more relaxing, laid-back shopping experience – these merchants, whose businesses hug the South Broadway stretch between Hudson and Cedar Hill avenues, are staying open until 8 p.m on Thursdays throughout December.
The “Shop Late! Shop Local!” initiative is not a surprise, as this thriving block is all about banding together. You’ll often find merchants chatting outside their shops, grabbing a coffee or having lunch together at Strawberry Place or saying hello when on the way to make an appointment at Christine Cordey Salon or the Lief Beauty Boutique. The sense of community is palpable, with Gene Reed having anchored the stretch for 40-plus years in her eponymous shop. Today, she says, is a time when business continues to be on the upswing – and that has quite a bit to do with the community. After all, it’s the ongoing dedication of these merchants that keeps things vibrant and fresh for customers old and new, no matter the season.
A Nyack merchant for more than 30 years, Maria Luisa Whittingham of Maria Luisa Boutique and ML by Maria Luisa says she and her neighbors are especially looking forward to welcoming longtime customers and new shoppers throughout the holiday season. She believes that with the savvy social-media efforts of these small businesses, their reach extends far beyond their Nyack block. “Even though it’s a small village, those beyond Nyack have global access to ‘a small piece of heaven,’” says Whittingham. This season, why not plan a bit of holiday shopping, dining and pampering on this very special block? Make a tour, passing the post office and heading down South Broadway as your holiday shopping takes you past:
From left to right - Manal Flournoy, Maria Luisa Whittingham, Marie Somos, Christine Cordey, Erica De Waal, Umberto Fava, Maya Nash and Leah St. George
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Christine Cordey Salon – Offering a touch of SoHo in Rockland, Christine Cordey Salon is upscale, uplifting and authentic. Luxury services at affordable prices since May 2013, this boutique salon provides a comfortable, elegant experience for each client. Here, the emphasis is on doing one thing and doing it well; hair services for women, men and children, from cuts to color, blowouts to treatments, are the focus. An experienced, well-educated and welcoming team will cater to your needs, and have you looking and feeling your very best! 66 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-675-7950. christinecordeysalon.com.
Runway on the Hudson – A contemporary women’s boutique with a focus on luxury trends at affordable prices, Runway on the Hudson joins the block as one of its newest neighbors. Already, it’s become a destination for clothing and accessories with a contemporary sensibility, ideal for work, play – and all those holiday events on the calendar. You can follow all the latest happenings and new merchandise arrivals on Instagram at @runwayonthehudson. 68 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-5353633.
Gene Reed – Visit the village’s premier source for unique home furnishings, gifts, paper goods and men’s casual clothing. Established over 40 years ago, Gene Reed is one of the village’s oldest establishments. Presided over by its namesake owner, the boutique offers a no-nonsense approach to living well. It’s all about surrounding yourself with the people and things you love. And you’ll find plenty as you browse among an inventory imbued with the owner’s sensibility – from clever cards to handsome mirrors, singular furniture to fashion-forward menswear. Prepare to be impressed. 74 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-3750. Genereedny.com. Strawberry Place – “Come as a customer, leave as a friend!” The slogan of Strawberry Place, the longtime, go-to spot for comfort food, sums up its classic small-town atmosphere. Here, it’s all about charming surroundings and more than just a hint of sophistication on the menu. Find the standards such as burgers, omelettes, pancakes, wraps and salads with a bit of a twist on the expansive menu that spans breakfast, lunch and its ever-popular brunch selections. Family-owned and operated, the restaurant is the ideal spot to fuel up for an afternoon of shopping – or as a reward once you’ve checked everything off your list. 72 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-9511. Visit Strawberry Place on Facebook.
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Cross South Broadway, safely at the light, and head north back into the heart of the village to find: Casa di Umberto – Come visit your neighborhood craftsman for all your custom wood projects. Case di Umberto specializes in high quality, handmade and affordable wood furnishings made at its woodshop in Bear Mountain. Let the showroom inspire you so you can dream up your next project together. From kitchenettes, built-in cabinets, tables, benches, storage solutions, radiator covers, mantels, chandeliers and pot racks to amazing upcycled pieces like old Singer sewing machines converted to functioning conversation pieces. Combining metal bases with rich wood surfaces is a speciality. Don’t own one? Casa di Umberto’s design team will find the perfect one for you. Showroom hours: Fri – Sun 12:00-6:00 & by appointment. 85 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845893-2818. Lief Beauty Boutique – This hidden gem is a visual oasis tucked away in the Nyack on the Hudson mall. Lief’s professional staff offers the latest trends in haircuts and color; beautiful, intricate hairstyles and makeup applications for weddings and special events; relaxing facials, which include reflexology; full face and body threading and waxing services; and pampering spa manicures and steam barrel pedicures. Gift certificates and gifts such as jewelry, hair and skin care products and makeup items are also available making Lief a convenient one-stop beauty and shopping destination. 85 S. Broadway, Suite 7, Nyack. 845-641-9540. Liefbeautyboutique.com.
Sages Herbal Apothecary – If something is not good for your body, it is not good for Sages Herbal Apothecary. Its focus is to bring a natural and holistic approach to your everyday needs from its Natural Skin Care products to Herbal Remedies and Tinctures and Infusions. Sage’s Herbal carries a wide variety of certified organic culinary and medicinal herbs and spices, sustainable hygiene products, CBD products, essential oils, plus many more items. It also hosts classes and seminars to learn more about living a healthier more natural lifestyle. Be sure to stop by and check us out! 71 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-348-1119. Sagesherbal.com.
Somos Designer Jewelry Gallery – Marie Somos grew up in the jewelry industry, with the talent and skills to design and create jewelry being a part of her family since 1917. Today, the gallery features eco-friendly jewelry crafted with recycled precious metals, ethically sourced gems and conflict-free diamonds. Since the Somos team designs and creates the items featured in the gallery, they have the flexibility to meet a customer’s jewelry needs, from the simplest repair or alteration to creating a one-of-a-kind custom piece. The gallery’s designers can also work with a customer’s stones, re-setting them into a beautiful new creation. This varied work, for which they are known, has garnered Somos 34 jewelry awards. 78 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-348-0800. Somosjewelers.com. 60 RIVERTOWN MAGAZINE | NOVEMBER 2018
Maria Luisa Boutique and ML by Maria Luisa – In 2017, Maria Luisa Whittingham celebrated her 30th anniversary as a Nyack merchant. What has kept the customers coming in for decades is her commitment to “always feminine” goods that have expanded to include not only a well-edited selection of women’s clothing and accessories but also gift items and decorative goods in side-by-side shops. Throughout, the merchandise is thoughtfully selected with an emphasis on artisan-made, Fair Trade products and a commitment to community, near and far. After all, it’s Maria Luisa, “Where Community is Always in Fashion.” 75 and 77 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-353-4122.Marialuisaboutique.com. Maya Nash – Maya Nash, psychic, author and radio personality, has been at her cozy shop at 85 So. Broadway Nyack for 17 years. It is Nyack’s oldest metaphysical shop. Maya offers confidential psychic, tarot or tea leaf readings. You may also shop for magical items like enchanted oils, incense, candles spell kits, Tarot cards and much more. Maya invites you to STOP BY FOR A SPELL. Visit www. mayanash.com or call 845-300-1967 for further information.
Archive Home – A tiny gem of a shop, Archive Home features an ever-changing selection of housewares sourced from around the globe, one-ofa-kind, hand-wrapped paper frames, beautiful handcrafted fine jewelry and a curated collection of sophisticated new and resale clothing and accessories. Archive Home invites shoppers to step inside and feel its welcoming vibe. 79½ S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-675-7464. Visit Archive Home on Facebook.
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Self-advocacy at The Arc This year, as the holiday season approaches, The Arc Rockland is asking community members to help support self-advocates. Through conferences, classes and courses at local, state and national levels, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities are learning to speak out about issues that affect their lives and the lives of others. “Self-advocacy means having a voice,” says Jessica Sirota, President of Self-Advocacy for The Arc Rockland. “It means standing up for people who can’t stand up for themselves and teaching people to believe in themselves. We are citizens of this country and this state. We have the right to ask for what we need and desire.” The Arc Rockland’s self-advocates number nearly 100, representing various departments within the agency. The groups work separately on specific projects, but members of each group are welcome at one another’s meetings. “When we work together, we have more ideas,” explains Ms. Sirota. Monthly meetings of The Arc’s self-advocacy organization take place at The Arc headquarters in Congers. Topics range from plans for fundraisers to instructions on how one may register to vote. Guest speakers contribute to the educational components of the meetings focusing on such areas as the industry’s recent move from Service Coordination to Care Coordination organizations. Ms. Sirota and other member of the self-advocacy executive team regularly attend monthly regional
meetings. This year, 18 self-advocates participated in the annual Self-Advocacy Association of New York State (SANYS) Conference in Albany where they met with self-advocates from throughout the state. “We believe strongly in helping people to learn to stand up and be
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counted,” says The Arc Rockland CEO Carmine Marchionda. “But there are costs involved in funding trainings, in subsidizing fees for conferences and classes, providing transportation and helping to cover costs of support staff. Part of our agency’s strategic goal is the creation of a mentoring pro-
gram through which members of the community will help self-advocates secure speaking engagements at Rotary, Lions Clubs and other community organizations. For many years, professionals spoke on behalf of people with developmental disabilities. It is time now for self-advocacy.”
To contribute to The Arc Rockland’s Self-Advocacy initiative , please contact Karen Dinkins at 845-267-2500 ext. 3118, or donate online at TheArcRockland.org.
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Rivertown Tap House in Piermont receives rave reviews from Hudson Valley residents Story/Photos by Tom Riley The exciting new Rivertown Tap House in Piermont is causing quite a stir with its great food and drink menus. New fan Carrie G told Rivertown: “We are long time Rockland County residents and couldn’t be happier that a great restaurant like the Rivertown Tap House opened in Piermont. We love owner Lisa and her drive for excellence. She and Charlie have completely achieved it with their restaurant in Piermont. The food is amazing and always fresh. The service is spot on! Everyone is attentive but not overbearing. You will always have a good meal and a great dining experience.” Charles D’Orazio, the owner has been in the food business for 30 years and personally treks to Hunts Point every day to choose the fresh vegetables, meats and fish for his restaurant. Charles handles the casual fine dining area, while his wife, Lisa, manages the bar side. “What makes the Tap House special is the great food, a wonderful selection of craft beers, and a fine wine list,” says Lisa. “Our cuisine is American eclectic with items like Lasagna Nachos
The All Star Team at the Rivertown Tap House, Theo, Miguel, Charlie, the owner and Juan
which consist of hot and sweet Italian sausage, ground beef, mozzarella, olives, tomatoes & basil. People also enjoy duck egg rolls, which
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contain crispy duck, bean sprouts, and carrots served with a Thai chile sauce. Our mussels have Belgian beer braised with blue cheese and
bacon,” she adds. “The restaurant is family-owned and operated, and our menu is for everybody who loves food and fun” adds Charlie. “Bring the kids. We’ll give them crayons, and you can eat your fillet. In the seating area near the bar is a Jenga game, which so many people enjoy playing.” Rivertown Tap Room offers seasonal specials such as Sunday Jazz Buffet Brunch in the fall and a Raw Bar in the summer, and catering services. “We hold Weddings, Corporate Events, Sweet Sixteen’s, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Communions, Showers, Birthdays and Anniversaries,” notes Lisa. “Let us know what you need for your Special Event and we’ll take care of everything.” Formerly occupied by The Landing Steak House and Slattery’s, Rivertown Tap House has transformed the location with an inviting atmosphere, complete with HDTV. On Friday night, there is a Piano Bar and on Saturday night there is Live Music. “Charlie and I were born in Rockland and always wanted to open a family-friendly restaurant with reasonable prices,” says Lisa. “We invite you to stop by for Lunch or Dinner and ask about our Daily Specials.” The Rivertown Tap House located at 5 Round House Road in Piermont is open 7 days a week. Call the Rivertown Tap House at 845848-2923 and ask about their private parties. You can visit their web site at www.rivertowntaphouse. com or email rivertowntaphouse@ gmail.com.
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Live simply elegant for under $525,000! Story by Tom Riley Phones are ringing off the hook at William Raveis Baer & McIntosh about the fully renovated contemporary ranch for sale at 40 Hoover Lane in New City for under $525,000. This house, listed by Adam Blankfort & Ryan Paige of the “Ask Adam” Team, is a unique referral story if you read last month’s Rivertown, featuring the home they listed and sold at 18 Briarcliff Road in New City, which happens to be owned by the twin sister. Adam & Ryan did such a phenomenal job selling the sister’s house in a record breaking bidding war, one week on the market, representing both buyer and seller, while in tandem, successfully finding their seller the river view home of their dreams, which was also listed by the team. Clearly these young men can connect the dots and are masters of their market, bringing premium prices to their listings in record time. If you like what you read here, you better act fast! Home buyers from Brooklyn, Manhattan and the Bronx with young children are vying to see the serene green oasis and solar powered home located on three quarters of an acre. The home underwent a complete interior transformation in 2016. As you drive down the street toward 40 Hoover Lane, you are transfixed by the lush landscaping surrounding the home. The upper level boasts an open plan with dramatic ceiling angles and new windows, creating a soothing space for entertaining. No expense was spared when designing the intricate eat-in kitchen, with tray ceiling, custom light fixtures and cabinetry, which opens to an expansive outdoor deck. After the guests leave, it's time to relax in your master suite, with updated bath and custom built-in closet. If the kids stay up late, they can take full advantage of the lower level with media lounge, guest room and gas fireplace that can heat the whole house. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home
has 11 total rooms and 2,229 square feet of living space. Perfect for commuters traveling up and down the Palisades Interstate Parkway each day, the home is located near a bus stop, parks, local schools, shops and just a 30 minute drive to New York City. Natural light bursts in from the high vaulted ceilings with large window panels, bringing the surrounding parkland environment inside. The large deck is a perfect sanctuary for a backyard barbecue and entertaining guests of all ages. The eat-in-kitchen features granite countertops and hardwood floors which flow into the formal dining room that is complimented
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by architectural beauty. The home is completely turn key with bountiful amenities, including a two car garage, solar panels, wine cooler and high end stainless appliances. With a listing price of $524,888, this knockout won’t last for long! Adam Blankfort and Ryan Paige of the “Ask Adam” Team are the listing agents, combining a digital marketing guru, master technologist and 40 years of family owned real estate experience, into a team of young real estate professionals who are upending the real estate scene in the Hudson Valley with record setting sales and listings.
For a tour of “Simply Elegant” at 40 Hoover Lane, call Adam on his cell at 845-641-3255 or at the office located at 97 South Broadway in Nyack at 845-3589440. He and the “Ask Adam” Team will be happy to give you a tour of this amazing residence. You can email him at Adam@ baerhomes.com. You can call Ryan Paige on his cell at 845-825-4778 or email Ryan at Ryan@baerhomes.com. William Raveis Baer & McIntosh is a technology driven real estate firm with the global marketing power of the Northeast's
largest family-owned real estate company. They have 4 offices locally in Nyack, Piermont, Warwick and Northvale, NJ, and another 130 offices throughout the Northeast, including a dozen offices in Westchester and a flagship office in NYC. Have a home to sell and want the best marketing and patented lead technology behind you and your home? Contact the “A-Team” of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh at 845.358.9440. Looking to learn more about the area? Trust us to find a place you will be thrilled to call
Realtors “Ask Adam” Blankfort & “Ask Ryan” Paige home! Don’t forget to stay notified of our live Facebook video property tours, including this one, by “liking” facebook. com/baerhomes or following the team @ AskAdamSells!
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Dr. Sally Nazari PsyD was inducted into the Nyack Business “Hall of Fame” & given an Award for Best in Mental Health.
Award winning Nyack psychologist Dr. Sally Nazari inducted into the Nyack Business Hall of Fame Story by Tom Riley
Chrysalis Psychological Services has been selected for the Best of Nyack Award in the Mental Health Service category by the Nyack Award Program. This is the second year in a row that Dr. Nazari has been the recipient of this award, also qualifying for the Nyack Business Hall of Fame Award. The Best of Nyack Award Program was created to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of businesses and organizations in and around Nyack.
Addressing mental health among What are the benefits of Reiki? teens and adults According to Dr. Nazari, ReiA licensed clinical psychologist, ki has traditionally been used as a Dr. Sally Nazari has helped hun- healing system for humans, animals dreds of teens and adults eliminate and the earth, but she has found it pain and fear in their lives through is also very effective in helping imindividual, group, couple and fam- prove awareness, insight, wisdom ily counseling, psychotherapy, and personal growth. “Our bodies and holistic services. She has also are energetic in nature. Our bones incorporated Reiki, Reiki for Ani- resonate at lower frequencies while mals and Crystal Healing into her our blood, thoughts etc. vibrate at practice. “Contentment, relaxation, higher frequencies. This magnetic decreased feelings of stress, fear, pulse is known as a biomagnetic anxiety as well as a reduction and in field. In Eastern tradition this pulse some cases elimination of physical is known as Ki or Prana. Scientists illnesses and persistent conditions have noted that when a practitioner are common observations after a performs a healing session, the enReiki session,” says Dr. Nazari. ergy that emanates from their hands
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produce a significantly larger biomagnetic reading than a non-practitioner. These frequencies are associated with physical healing.” When asked why provide Reiki for animals, Dr. Nazari explains: “Although Reiki is commonly used on humans, it can also be effectively used when working with animals. It can reduce tension in anxious animals and strengthen the connection between an animal and owner. Reiki can be performed successfully from a distance making this a safe therapy for the animal and the practitioner. In a Reiki session the practitioner does not rely on their own personal energy, rather they are conduits for focusing the energy from the world around them,” said Dr. Nazari.
To help kick off the healing impact of our animals, Dr. Nazari will be hosting a complementary Animal Healing & Book Expo on November 17th. Animals will be provided with pro-bono Reiki and Crystal Healing sessions to aid in their relaxation, comfort, and wellness. To ensure the greatest comfort of your pets, the event will be by appointment only and can be arranged via a distance healing as well. Clients in psychotherapy and individual and group sessions can add any of these holistic services. Dr. Nazari has written a book on the therapeutic and healing impact that pets can have on our lives. The book entitled “Pure Love: The Pet Solution” is scheduled for release on December 9th. For Pre-Order
details, please visit www.drsallynazari.com/petsolution.en.html. Transform your life into one you want to celebrate. You can reach Dr. Sally Nazari, a Hall of Fame psychologist by calling 845-2365612 or emailing her at drnazari@ drsallynazari.com. You can access her web site at www.drsallynazari. com. You can find her on facebook. com/drsallynazari. Chrysalis Psychological Services is located at 99 Main Street #220 in Nyack.
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D. Anthony Hair Salon in Nyack expands its services to include Laser Hair Removal & Microblading Story by Tom Riley Photos by D. Anthony
“D. Anthony Hair Studio in Nyack is the best of the best. Their attention to detail is unmatched. You will leave looking and feeling like a million bucks,” said Tara of Nanuet. This and many other happy and satisfied customers believe D. Anthony is the finest hair Salon in the Hudson Valley. “Yesterday was my first visit to D. Anthony, and it will not be my last. My hair was a complete mess, needed a color correction and a cut. Sabrina did my hair, and I just love it. The staff is friendly and genuinely nice and my experience was perfect,” said another satisfied customer. D. Anthony is more than a Salon. They specialize in a variety of services such as precision scissor and razor hair cutting and modernday hair painting and balayage, and the salon cultivates a culture of education with its intense apprentice training program to stay up to date
Monica Cacciola, Microblading and Lash Lift Aesthetician and Marisa Ferrante, Manager and Laser Hair Removal Aesthetician on trends. “We are committed to the craft of hairdressing, education, and excellence,” says owner Derek Anthony. “We are so excited about the new services we are offering as well. I’ve worked incredibly hard to breed a culture of positivity, teamwork, passion, and a dedication to client experience.” “We are a full service hair salon, and we are constantly looking for ways to serve our clients,” says Marissa Ferrante, Laser Technician who has been licensed for seven years. “We’ve expanded our services to include Laser Hair Removal. Now you can say goodbye to unwanted body hair, razor bumps and burns and hello to smooth skin.” You might be asking yourself:
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what is laser hair removal? Marissa, who is a master of her craft explains: “Laser hair removal is the use of a specialized laser to remove and eliminate unwanted body hair. The MAGMA Spark 808nm Diode Laser allows fast treatment, no down time, and it’s FDA-approved. Treatments can take anywhere from five minutes to an hour depending on the area being treated.” Book a free consultation with Marissa to further learn the benefits of laser hair removal as opposed to waxing or shaving. Safety and satisfaction of her clients are of utmost importance to her. D. Anthony is also excited to offer Microblading and Lash Lifts. Monica Cacciola is a qualified and
highly trained specialist in this area. Microblading is a semi-permanent makeup technique that adds tiny hair-like strokes to your eyebrows. It can be done on someone with no eyebrows at all, or someone who just wants some more definition, eliminating the need to fill in your eyebrows everyday with makeup. Results last anywhere from 9-18 months depending on individual skin type and lifestyle. This procedure has skyrocketed in popularity, and Monica has already built a clientele of raving fans. “Microblading literally changed my life,” said one client who received the service. Also new to the Studio is a service called Lash Lift. A Lash Lift is a semi-permanent treatment that enhances your natural lashes, making them appear fuller and longer. “You’ll get curl and volume without having to use a lash curler. Our formula is conditioning, nourishing, and formaldehyde free. The procedure takes around 45 minutes and lasts 6-8 weeks,” says Monica who also performs the service. With its skilled staff, D. Anthony Hair Studio stands out from the rest. “I am grateful to have a talented team of incredible people that share this vision and have been a huge part of making it become a reality,” notes Derek on the success of his business. D. Anthony Hair Studio is open 6 days a week and closed only on Mondays. Visit them at 126 Main Street in Nyack and take your hair experience to the next level. Call 845-535-3900 for an appointment. You can visit their web site at www.Danthony.com. D. Anthony is also very active on Instagram and Facebook. Follow them on IG @D_Anthonyhair and facebook.
Marissa Ferrante, Manager and Laser Hair Removal Aesthetician
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Thanksgiving Recipe Guide! Mary Callan - the Well Fed Yogi
One of the most stressful parts of hosting Thanksgiving is carving the turkey in front of assembled family and friends. The stuffed turkey breast solves that tricky problem for you. With no bones and only tender breast meat with a savory stuffing, it carves like a dream. You also don’t have to remember to take out any giblets and I promise you it will fit into your oven! You can easily make 2 at a time to feed a larger group. Just be sure not to overcook it, turkey breasts cook fast! If you have vegans or vegetarians for Thanksgiving try the Moroccan Carrots and Chickpeas, they’re absolutely delicious. The spices used provides a little heat and the cool tahini dressing compliments the heat. If you wish to make the dish vegan just use plain coconut or almond yogurt instead of dairy. The pumpkin cupcakes are so delicious. The sponge is as light as air but with so much pumpkin yumminess. The frosting is luscious, decedent and creamy. Make a double batch, these are sure to go very fast. Happy Thanksgiving!
Stuffed Turkey Breast Ingredients: 1, 4lb butterflied and pounded turkey breast, skin on (ask your butcher to do this for you) 1 -2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 large onion, peeled and finely chopped Salt and pepper 3 sticks of celery, finely chopped 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh herbs such as sage, thyme, parsley and rosemary. 1 tablespoon reserved for topping 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 best quality sausage links (pork garlic and herb would be great) casings removed 1 tablespoon pine nuts 1/4 cup chicken stock 1/4 cup dried cherries 1 oz unsalted butter - melted
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Method: Pre heat the oven to 350F Have 4 or 5 pieces of cooking string close by. 1. Place the olive oil and butter into a saute pan and heat to medium. Add the onion and sprinkle with a little salt. Cook until just turning golden brown (this can take about 15 minutes) keep an eye on the onions so they don’t burn. 2. Add the celery, herbs and garlic and cook for another 3 minutes or so. 3. Add the sausage, crumble the meat and cook until browned. 4. Add the stock and the cherries, bring to a boil and then turn down to a simmer until the liquid has absorbed. Remove from heat. 5. Pat the turkey breast dry and lay it with the widest edge towards you. Sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. 6. Spoon the stuffing mixture over the
surface of the breast leaving about an inch border. 7. Starting with the wide edge closest to you roll up the breast. Tie at 2 inch intervals. 8. Place on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush melted butter over the breast. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and the reserved fresh herbs. Place in the oven and roast for approximately 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165F. Keep an eye on it and don’t over cook! Baste a couple of times during roasting to achieve that glorious golden brown skin. 9. Remove from the oven and cover with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 15 minutes before serving. Moroccan Roasted Carrots and Chickpeas Ingredients: Approximately 1 1/2 lbs of thin carrots peeled (if you can only find thick ones cut them in half length ways) 1, 15oz can of chickpeas (rinsed and dried) Drizzle of olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon harissa spice (optional) Salt and pepper 1 lb arugula or your favorite greens 1 tablespoon pepitas (pumpkin seeds) For the dressing: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (coconut if vegan) 1 tablespoons tahini paste 1 tablespoon lime juice Pinch of salt and pepper Teaspoon of fresh mint or parsley leaves very finely chopped (or if you prefer you can use the green carrot tops). Method: Pre heat the oven to 400F 1. Place the chickpeas and carrots on a large rimmed baking sheet. 2. Drizzle over a little olive oil so everything is lightly coated. 3. Sprinkle over the spices, salt and pepper. 4. Place in the oven and roast for ap-
proximately 35-40 minutes or until the carrots are just tender. Check a couple of times during roasting and shake the pan a little to ensure even cooking. When ready remove from the oven. 5. Lay a bed of your favorite greens on a serving platter 6. Top with the chickpeas and carrots. Drizzle over a teaspoon or so of olive oil. 7. Sprinkle over the pumpkin seeds and dressing. 8. Leave extra dressing on the side. Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup white granulated sugar 3/4 cup brown sugar 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Pinch of salt 3 large eggs 3/4 cup canola oil 1, 15oz can of pure pumpkin puree Zest of an orange 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Frosting: 1, 8oz packages cream cheese at room temperature 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature 1 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar sifted 1 teaspoons vanilla extract Orange zest for decoration (optional)
Method: 1 .Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Line a cupcake pan with paper liners. 3. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. 4. In the bowl of a stand-up mixer whisk together the eggs, canola oil, pumpkin puree, orange zest and vanilla extract until smooth. 5. Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Spoon the batter into the cupcake holders and transfer to the oven. 6. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until fully cooked (lightly touch a cupcake and see if it bounces back). Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes then transfer to a baking rack to cool thoroughly before frosting. Frosting: 1. Place all the ingredients in a bowl and beat together until creamy. Please make sure the cream cheese and butter are fully at room temperature so they will cream together without lumps! If the mixture is too stiff add a teaspoon of water. If it’s too runny add a little more confectioner’s sugar. 2. When the cupcakes are thoroughly cooled frost and enjoy.
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Rivertown Exchange Celebrates at Vicolo A big crowd turned out for last month’s Rivertown Exchange at Vicolo’s in Old Tappan. The food as always was excellent and Neil’s singing was a delight. Don’t miss next month’s Rivertown Exchange at the aptly named Rivertown Tap House, 5 Roundhouse Road, Piermont. Phone (845) 848-2923. The date: Wednesday, November 14.
Fran, Mona, Ann, Richie and Phil always have a good time at Rivertown Exchanges. Phil Bunton & Candice Boyle host the Rivertown Exchange at Vicolo’s in Old Tappan, NJ.
Vocalist Neil Dankman entertains his audience with their favorite songs.
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Brett & Marie grace the Rivertown Exchange with their newborn baby, Abbey.
Cole, Reed, Angeline and Isabelle had fun at the Rivertown Exchange at Vicolo’s.
Lucille, Elsie and Diana enjoy the food and fun at Rivertown Exchanges.
Phil Bunton thanks Benny, Vicolo’s owner for the great food, drink and music.
Debbie Blankfort congratulates Realtor Brett Thompson’s newborn child, Abbey.
Popular entertainer, Neil Dankman entertains the audience at Vicolo’s.
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Just When You Think You Have It All Figured Out!
I recently had an unscheduled trip to Good Sam over the weekend. When given the chance to allow yourself (or be forced!) to take a step back, I wondered why it takes such an event to give oneself the time to pause and evaluate one’s schedule and pace of each day. It does seem that the days run into each other, going from task to task with nary a chance to catch our breath, let alone get some deep thinking done. After being checked in, I was introduced to the team assigned to me: nurses, aides, doctors, housekeeping, dietician. They were very kind as they announced who they were, what they do, and how they would help me in my time of need. I have always had a great respect for all working people, regardless of their education, age, color or any differentiating traits. There was one person, however, who stood out that first day: the gentleman, Steve, who brought my meals three times a day. Steve caught my attention because he would sing while he worked - with total abandon, paired with a smile
on his face. We began to chat, and he asked me what I did for a living. Most in Rockland know me for my financial acumen, but only those who have been around for many decades remember I was “Neal from The Cheeserie,” a cheese, appetizing store and croissant bakery in Spring Valley. Not wanting to pry but always eager to chat, I asked him how long he had been there. That was when I found out you can’t judge a book by its cover, as they say. Steve (“Stevie D” to his friends) was an accomplished chef, a top graduate of Johnson and Wales, one of the most prestigious cooking schools in the world. When I asked him why he was working in his position as opposed to using his skills for certainly more money and attention, his answer was simple: he derived great joy in helping the hospital patients have a balanced meal. He always looked forward to the smiles he receives when he comes into the room, which made him very happy. He has kept company with the likes of Julia Child, Gordon Ram-
sey, Anthony Bourdain, and I found his attitude amazingly helpful to my own healing process. How many working people derive that joy in their work like Steve does? I challenge you to ask yourself the same question: are you in it for the money or the joy of it? Both can be accomplished, but in today’s lightning-fast world, most don’t take the time to step away from the daily fracas to evaluate what they get out of their occupation. Personally, I look forward to finding out whom I can help that day, and I go home knowing I spent the day helping any way I could to as many I could. Think about how you may enhance your daily experience to leave the job as happy as you may have started it: you just may find out a lot about yourself. I thank Good Sam and “my team” for getting me back in time to write this issue. Good Sam was a five-star experience…with Stevie D being one of those stars. They say there are so many stars in the sky you can’t count that high: I challenge you too to be a star. I WISH ALL OF YOU A WONDERFUL AND SATISFYING THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY. SURROUND YOURSELF WITH ALL OF THOSE YOU LOVE AND THANK WHOMEVER YOU CHOOSE FOR THE GOODNESS IN YOUR LIFE AND THE PEOPLE AROUND YOU…and try singing at work. You just may end up with a smile on your face! 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, and Gilbert, AZ helping people with financial planning since 1984. Please feel free to call Neal at 800-358-0016 or email him with your questions at neald@chestnutinvestment.com. Visit his website at www. chestnutinvestment.com
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Wine Talk
By Sandi and Bonnie, Owners of Nyack Wine Cellar It’s that time of year when we get winery began in earnest when John to attend some of the largest wine and Janet married, and in 1973 they tastings by our New York distrib- produced Trefethen’s first Charutors. Winebow, one of the largest donnay and Cabernet. This was distributors in our area, had 1,000 years before Napa and California wines to taste but also hosted a were considered “real” wine reseminar highlighting library wines gions on the world stage. There was from Trefethen Family Vineyards, no “play” book to guide them, and which is celebrating its 50th anni- they made mistakes along the way. versary. Janet Trefethen and her son Janet told us a story from the 1970s Lorenzo were part of the panel with when they realized the French were Kevin Zraly serving as moderator. using oak barrels. If the French We were greeted by John Trefethen were doing it, they figured they pouring glasses of Riesling for the should as well. Off to Kentucky they went in search of oak barrels. attendees. In 1968, John’s parents Gene They returned to California with and Katie had purchased the his- ten oak Bourbon barrels and filled toric Eschol Ranch, which later them with wine. A month later the evolved into Trefethen Estate. At wine was checked and sure enough a time when there were fewer than it tasted like – Bourbon!! Needless 25 wineries in Napa, the property to say, that batch never made it as a was a farm that grew crops such Trefethen wine. Their enthusiasm, persistence, as apples, corn, walnuts, hay, and grapes. The Trefethens still grow and passion have enabled the walnuts, acknowledging the histo- Trefethens to consistently produce ry and tradition of the Estate. The world-class wines from the 1970s
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through current vintages. The 1976 Chardonnay won the Gault-Millau number one in the world rank in Paris in 1979. More recently, their 2015 Estate Cabernet was awarded 95 points by Wine Enthusiast. The years in between have yielded many additional honors and awards. This tasting spanned the Estate Chardonnay from 1988, 1996, 2011 and 2016. Next up was their Estate Cabernet from 1979, 1991, 2004 and 2015. These wines come from the Oak Knoll District of Napa AVA which was created in large part due to Janet Trefethen’s efforts. Oak Knoll was the 14th AVA to be designated in Napa. Each one of the Trefethen wines is well-balanced, rich, elegant, and consistent in quality. Not a single grape has ever been purchased from another winery - the wines are all Estate grown. The winery is ecologically sensitive, and all of their vineyards are sustainable. Meeting the Trefethens and experiencing their passion was a great way to spend our morning!
Houses get bought and sold; a home stays with you always. There’s a big difference in buying a house and having a home. Buying a house is just the first step. Making a home is what’s important. 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 where you feel comfortable, warm, safe and protected. Where purple polka dot pjs are welcome attire and eating Ben & Jerry’s out of the carton can be considered fine dining. A home is where you invite friends and family to celebrate holidays or where you can shut the door to the outside world and enjoy quiet solitude. Having a home is about establishing roots and making a lifetime of memories. From my home to yours, I wish you all a lovely Thanksgiving. With that, here are the homes that sold in the rivertowns in September. Style
Location
Address
Bedrooms
Baths
List Price ($)
Sale Price ($)
Colonial
U. Nyack
209 Jewett Dr
4
3
875,000
875,000
Art & Crafts
U. Nyack
117 Highmount Ave
4
2
649,000
655,000
Cottage
Nyack
12 S. Midland Ave
3
1
345,000
345,000
Colonial
Nyack
50 N. Highland Ave
3
2
339,000
310,000
Colonial
S. Nyack
7 Willow Ct
4
3.1
1,199,000
990,000
Tudor
S. Nyack
191 S. Highland Ave
3
3.1
875,000
855,000
Colonial
S. Nyack
276 Piermont Ave
4
2.1
849,000
832,000
Colonial
S. Nyack
47 Elysian Ave
3
2.1
559,000
578,500
Co-op
S. Nyack
4 Salisbury Pt #6A
2
2
419,000
427,100
Contemporary
U. Grandview
288 S. Boulevard
2
3.1
659,000
585,000
Colonial
U. Grandview
1136 Rt 9w
4
2
434,000
439,000
Townhouse
Piermont
302 Cottonwood Ct
2
3.1
925,000
900,000
Colonial
Piermont
246 Hudson Ter
3
1.1
615,000
615,000
Condo
Piermont
311 Ash St
0
1
139,000
140,000
Colonial
Palisades
40 Washington Spring Rd
4
4
4,295,000
4,000,000
How is the Rivertown Real Estate Market? September 2018 YTD vs. September 2017 YTD - Single Family Homes New Inventory (the number of homes coming on the market) increased 2.5% (204 YTD 2018 vs. 199 YTD 2017). There was a 1.9% increase in the number of sales (106 YTD 2018 vs. 108 YTD 2017). The average sales price for homes that have sold increased 23.8% to $823,842. The median sales price increased 23.8% to $652,000. Overall, the average sales price for homes that have sold in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $501,809, up 6.5% over the same period last year. The median sales price in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $464,000, up 5.5% over the same period last year. September 2018 YTD vs. September 2017 YTD - Condos/Co-ops New inventory (the number of condos coming on the market) decreased 6.5% (66 YTD 2018 vs. 62 YTD 2017). There was a 2.8% decrease in the number of sales (35 YTD 2018 vs. 36 YTD 2017). The average sales price of condos that have sold decreased 9.5% to $395,743. The median sales price decreased 32.5% to $275,000. Overall, the average sales price for condos that have sold in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $240,813, up 1.6% over the same period last year. The median sales price for condos and co-ops in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $210,000 up 4.0% 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 845-641-8613. NOVEMBER 2018 | RIVERTOWNMAG.COM
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Finkelstein Memorial Library
Wednesday Movie Matinee on Nov. 7 at 1:00 PM. Knitting & Crocheting Circle continues in November. If you like to knit or crochet with others, then the Knitting & Crocheting Circle is for you. This month the group will meet on Tuesdays, November 6, 13, 20, 27, 1:00 PM3:00 PM. Adult Paint Night on Thursday, Nov. 8, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Registration required. Materials fee: $5.00 (cash only, payable to the instructor on the day of class). The fantasy world of Gustav Klimt inspires our Tree of Life painting. We’ll create a dreamlike painting of swirling branches in metallic paint with accents of oil pastels. Book Discussion led by Dr. Neal Kreitzer on Friday, Nov. 9 - 10:00AM-12:00PM. Book to be discussed “ Beloved” by Toni Morrison. Information for Seniors on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 11 AM – 2 PM. Rockland County Office for the Aging will provide information on the many services available to Rockland County seniors. Join us in the lobby area on the first floor to find out about: • Long Term Care (NY Connects) • Home Energy Assistance • Health Insurance Information • In-Home Services • Caregiver Respite • Senior Employment Opportunities ... and more. World War I–The Great War: 100 Years After on Thursday, Nov. 15 from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM. Registration required. Presenter: Tom DeStefano teaches American History at Bergen Community College. 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. This program will cover the causes of World War I and the opposing alliances—the Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance. We will consider how the United States got involved in World War I, the Zimmerman Telegram and the role of trench warfare and how new military weapons—submarines, tanks, machine guns, and aeroplanes affected the outcome of the Great War and conflicts to follow. Music on a Sunday Afternoon – All Seasons Chamber Players: Dancing on Air at the Finkelstein Library on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Music by Mozart, Bach and Dvorak introduced by program director Bob Lawrence. Performers include flutist Lisa Hansen, violinist Bob Lawrence, violist Joel Rudin and cellist E. Zoe Hassman, who will also play various works for solo cello. Doors to the Meeting Room open at 1:45 pm. There are a limited number of seats, which will be made available on a first
The Guide come, first served basis. The Board of Trustees of the Finkelstein Memorial Library will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 28, at 7:30 PM.
Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library
Adult Programs Friday Matinee: Fall Favorites. Fridays, November 2, 9, 16, 23 1pm Warm your heart with these fall favorites! November 2 When Harry Met Sally 95 Mins, R. November 9 Pieces of April 80 mins, PG-13 November 16 Home for the Holidays 183mins, PG-13 November 23 Sweet November 120 mins, PG-13 Friday Matinee: Holiday Classics! Fridays, November 30, December 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Enjoy a fun and festive holiday film on our large screen! November 30 Planes, Trains, and Automobiles 92 mins, R December 7 White Christmas 120 mins, NR December 14 The Bells of St. Mary’s 126 mins, NR December 21 It’s a Wonderful Life 130 mins, NR December 28 Holiday Inn 101 mins, NR Let’s Play - Tuesdays, 9am-12pm. Bring some friends, your cards, board games, etc and spend a relaxing few hours playing games in our large, comfortable community room. For Those Who Served: A Brunch for Veterans and Their Spouses. Sunday, November 4, 2pm. In honor of the sacrifices made by Veterans and their spouses, we will be serving a tasty brunch served by our teen volunteers. Registration required. Registration is open now for HKDPL patrons, opens on October 16 for everyone else. Morning Meditation with Music & Mindfulness. Mondays, November 5, 12, 19, 26 10am. Experience the peace of a quiet mind and open heart while being guided through gentle meditations with music & mindfulness. Learn simple tools you can use at home. All
levels of experience welcome. Carole Brill, classical pianist, composer, singer and songwriter, has been chanting and meditating for over 30 years and training with great meditation masters of different traditions in the US, Europe, So. American and India. Registration suggested. 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. Friday, November 16, 3-5pm Guitar Lessons - Introduction to Guitar. Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19, 26 December 4, 11 5:45 – 6:30pm. For ages 13 and up. This course is for teens and adults. Guitar is a super fun way to learn about music. Light and portable, you can take it anywhere and play any style of music that suits you. Come learn the basics of how to play chords and melodies from Burr Johnson, a professional guitar instructor. Everyone gets personal attention as Burr explains in simple language how to play the guitar. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Intermediate Guitar - Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19, 26 December 4, 11 6:30pm – 7:15pm. For ages 13 and up. This course is for teens and adults. Burr Johnson offers a clear and systematic method for understanding how to improve your guitar playing. Topics to be discussed are strumming, chord playing, melodies, guitar riffs, and music theory. Burr assesses everyone in the class to determine the best things to focus on for everyone’s benefit. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. The Calming Effects of Meditation Wednesday, December 4 7pm. Meditation can have a soothing effect on the nerves. The sympathetic nervous system is affected the most by anxiety, tension, fatigue and depression. Experts have proven that meditation alone can dramatically reduce the many negative effects brought about by these emotions. It is easy to practice and the benefits are grand. Come learn a simple but time tested technique and see for yourself the calming and positive benefits that can be derived. Join Dr. Frank Pawlowski for this powerful workshop.
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A Cook in My Kitchen - Please note all of Theresa’s classes are open to adults from any library! Cooking for One – Multiple meals, One mess, little cost. Thursday, November 8 7pm. This demo will show you how to use simple low cost ingredients to make multiple meals without feeling like they are eating the same thing over and over again. Using items like a Rotisserie Chicken and some vegetables I will show everyone how they can prepare anything from Chicken Salad for lunch to Mexican Fajitas or an Asian Stir Fry for dinner. Dishes will be prepared and available for guests to sample. REGISTRATION REQUIRED with a $3 material fee due at time of registration. Holiday Pies - Thursday, December 6, 7pm. No more canned pumpkin. Join Theresa Grimm, owner and chef of A Cook in My Kitchen LLC, to learn how easy it is to make fresh Pumpkin Pie using your Halloween pumpkin. Also, when time constraints force you to use store bought ingredients, how you can make delicious pies that taste like they were made from scratch! REGISTRATION REQUIRED with a $3 material fee due at time of registration. Genealogy Workshop with Anthony Lauriano. Procuring Foreign Genealogy Records from America. Tuesday, November 23 6:30pm Tony provides information on obtaining records from Europe, Great Britain, Ireland, the Holocaust and more locations using genealogy websites, private firms and other sources. No registration required. Medicare Maximized - Thursday, November 15 6:30pm. Medicare is complicated. Turning 65 is a big deal when it comes to this federal program. When do you sign up? There are so many dates and deadlines to remember, confusing terms and so many plans. Are you confused by the mounds of paperwork you’ve received in the mail? Join Mark Brownstein as he explains how to make informed decisions and get the most effective results. Registration suggested. Cornell Cooperative Master Gardener Series - Dealing with Wildlife in Your Backyard. Thursday, November 15 7pm. Deer and other wildlife are a constant threat to your plantings and home gardens. This talk will address the primary wildlife challenges in our area. It will discuss the behaviors and habits of the primary invaders such as deer, rabbits, groundhogs and chipmunks and suggest viable options for limiting their damage. Master Gardener Volunteer Ann Barry will be presenting this program. Registration suggested. Genealogy Workshop with Anthony Lauriano. Procuring Foreign Genealogy Records from America. Tuesday, November 23 6:30pm.
Tony provides information on obtaining records from Europe, Great Britain, Ireland, the Holocaust and more locations using genealogy websites, private firms and other sources. No registration required. Sunday Concert Series - Rockland County Catholic Choir – Christmas. Sunday, December 16 2pm. The amazing Rockland County Catholic Choir returns for their annual Christmas concert. Bring the entire family! Essential Oils - Monday, November 26 6:30pm. Holiday Craft Fair - Saturday, December 8 10-4pm. You’re invited to attend our first annual HKDPL Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, December 8 from 10am-4pm. With over 25 vendors, you will be able to browse our extensive collection of handmade crafts, jewelry, and even food! There is no charge to come in and browse, you never know what you’ll find! For more information, please call Catherine Campos at (845) 786-3800 ext. 22. Writing Your Life Story - Monday, December 10 2pm. 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! REGISTRATION REQUIRED Empire Safety Defensive Driving - December 11 & 12 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. New York City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker. Wednesday, December 19 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)
RIVERTOWN FILM AT NYACK CENTER
Broadway at Depew, Nyack, NY 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. Check locations and ticket prices for each event. Call for group tickets Wednesday, November 14 ¬– 8:00 PM at Nyack Center
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LOVE, GILDA Directed by Lisa Dapolito USA, 2018, 88 minutes, documentary One of the first and brightest stars of Saturday Night Live, Gilda Radner played a critical role in establishing SNL’s standing as the most important comedy showcase on television. An affectionate reminder of her brief and brilliant career, cut short by her death from cancer at 42, the film juxtaposes her joyous public self with her private struggles first with bulimia and later with ovarian cancer, and it features a star-studded list of interviewees. “Forty years later, her comedy looks more sublime than ever. As you watch Love, Gilda, though, it becomes clear that what made Gilda Radner special—and uproarious— was her spirit: open, smiling, generous, euphoric.” – Owen Gleiberman, Variety Wednesday, November 28 ¬¬– 8:00 PM at Nyack Center SORRY TO BOTHER YOU Directed by Boots Riley With Lakeith Stanfield, Tessa Thompson, Armie Hammer USA, 2018, 111 minutes, rated R Cassius, an African American striver living in Oakland, works at a telemarketing firm. He’s told to “stick to the script” but soon his rise, fall and bizarre sideways bounces take him on a Faustian journey, trading his integrity for professional and material gain. A satirical portrait of a young man looking for pleasure and meaning, money and sex, while navigating an inhumane but also tolerable social order. “Boots Riley’s first feature is a scintillating comedic outburst of political imagination and visionary fury.” – Richard Brody, The New Yorker “Sorry to Bother You, the feature debut of writer-director Boots Riley, and the no-contest wildest comedy of the season, will keep your mind busy for weeks.” – Barry Hertz, Globe and Mail. Art Speaks | Piece by Piece - Art Reception. Sunday, November 18th 2pm until 5pm. Autistic artists and Developmentally delayed individuals. Complementary reception, food, music and refreshments. Musical performance by The Rock and Rollers! VOLITION gallery at Bell-ans Center of Creative Arts, 4 Bell Lane, Orangeburg, NY. www.bellans.com
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. AquaTerra Grille 420 N. Middletown Road, Pearl River. 845920-1340. Babe’s - 73 E. Railroad Avenue, West Haverstraw. 429-8647. Banchetto Feast - 75 W. Route 59, Nanuet. 845-624-3070. Black Bull Steakhouse - 253 South Little Tor Road, New City. 845 Bourbon Street of Nyack – 132 Main Street, Nyack.. 727-4954. Broadway Bistro - 3 South Broadway, Nyack. 845-353-8361. 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. 638-61 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 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.
The 76 House at 110 Main Street, Tappan. 845-359-5476.
Matsuhana Japanese Restaurant - 328 Route 59, Central Nyack. 845 727 3939. Mt. Ivy Cafe - 14 Thiells Mount ivy Road, Pomona. 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. Pier 701 - 701 Piermont Avenue, Piermont. 845-848-2550. Portuguese Churrasqueira Restaurant 230 W. Rt. 59, Spring Valley - 845-352-7808. 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 Rivertown Taphouse - 5 Roundhouse Rd. Piermont, NY 10968. 845-848-2923 rivertowntaphouse.com Sonoma Grille - 100 Mt. Ivy Road, Thiells. 845-354-8900. Sparkill Steakhouse - 500 Route 340, Sparkill. 845-398-3300. Tarantella – 128 Main Street, Nyack. 358 The Whiskey Kitchen - 60 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 845 535 3666. Turiello’s Pizzeria – 76 Main Street., Nyack. 358-5440. Union Restaurant & Bar Latino - 24 New
Main Street, Haverstraw. 429-4354. 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
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
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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. 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.
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.
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
Cards & Gifts
Hallmark Gift & Card Gallery - 234 South Main Street, New City. 845-634-3447.
EagleTech - 62 S. Main Street, Pearl River. 845-735-1381. New Vision Technologies - (845) 353-HELP. www.newVtech.com Nyack Computer - 348-9898.
Carpet/Flooring
Conference Centers
Carpets Plus Color Tile - 205 Rte. 9W, Congers. 845-267-0800.
Chimney Cleaners
Pete’s Chimneys & More - 845-267-3333.
Chiropractors.
Dr. Lynn C. Friedman - 6 Medical Drive, Pomona. 845-786-2022. 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 Broadway, 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
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Crestview Conference Center - 440 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-620-7207. HNA Palisades Premier Conference Center - 334 Route 9W, Palisades. 845-732-6000.
Consignment Stores
Designer Consigner - 302 Route 304, Nanuet. (845) 507-0245. www.designerconsignerny.com
Construction
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. 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.
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.
Advanced Dentistry of Rockland - 5 N. William St., Pearl River. 845-735-7770. Dr. Todd W. Auerbach - 17 Squadron Blvd., Suite 100, New City. 845-512-3054. 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.stonypointdental.com TLC Dental of Rockland, 2 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 418, West Nyack. 845-358-3305. TLCSmile.com. Smile More Dentistry - 140 Oak Tree Road, Tappan, NY. 845-675-1212.
Doctors
Advanced Audiology of NY - 102 East Route 59, Nanuet. - 845-501-7337. www.advancedaudiology.com. 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. 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) 352-0500. Stony Point Medical - 43 South Liberty Drive, Stony Point. 845-241-5700. Dr. Howard Werfel - 1-855-KILLFAT - www.855killfat.com.
Suite 15, Congers. 845-729-4262. 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.
Flowers and Plants
Schweizer/Dykstra Beautiful Flowers - 165 North Middletown Road, Pearl River. 845-735-4079. Tappan Zee Florist – 176 Main Street, Education Rockland Teacher Center Institute - 845- Nyack. 358- 2544. Van Houten Farms - 60 Sickletown Road, 942-7600. Head Start of Rockland, Inc. Preschool Pearl River. Education, Head Start of Rockland, Inc., Haverstraw, Nyack, Spring Valley, 845-429-4122. Floral Design www.headstartofrockland.org Please visit Astilbe My Heart - 85 South Broadway, www.headstartofrockland.org. Or directly call. Suite #5, Nyack. 845-664-5888. Haverstraw Head Start 845-429-2225. Nyack Head Start 845-358-2234. Spring Valley Head Funeral Homes Start 845-352-6671 George M. Holt Funeral Home - 50 New Main Street, Haverstraw. (845) 429-2159. Electrical Contracting AMC Electric - 50 North Harrison Avenue, T.J. McGowan Sons Funeral Home - 71 NOVEMBER 2018 | RIVERTOWNMAG.COM
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N. Central Highway, Garnerville. 845-429-6665. Sorce Funeral Home - 782 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-358-4433.
Graphic Design
Arlene Levine Design - 845-727-1175 www. arlenelevine.com.
Gutters
Gary’s Gutter Service - 1-800-GARY-222 or (845) 268-3700.
Hair and Nails
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
Advanced Audiology of NY - 102 East Route 59, Nanuet. - 845-501-7337. www.advancedaudiology.com. 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.
Health and Fitness
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.
Home Improvement
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
Home Inspection Services - (845) 8214063. www.abetheinspector.com.
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
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.
G. Biloba Gardens - 845-353-3448. Blue Sky Landscape - 845-268-0585. Curti’s Landscaping - 845-627-2491. DeStaso Landscaping - 845-639-0301. Edge Landscaping - 845-398-3032. Koi & Bonsai Shack - Down to Earth - 845304-2183. Majestic Lawn Care - 845-708-2988. d - 845-627-3880. Michael L. Naclerio Landscaping - 845-6273880.
Insurance
Limousine Service
Hotels
Allstate Don Dietrich Inc - 240 Main Street, Nyack. 845 353 2244. Allstate Insurance - Maureen Harrison - 164 Rte 304, Bardonia. 623-6560.. 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.
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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 Fri-
days 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. 358-0688.
Photography
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
Dr. Barry Fitzgerald - 53 Burd Street, Nyack. 945-358-0559. licensed psychologist, individual counseling and psychotherapy, most insurance and Medicare accepted. 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
Michel Henry - 845 381 2555. Ellis Sotheby International Realty Team 845-353-4250. HBC Landmark Realty - 3 Cavalry Drive, New City. 845-363-6626. Stephanie Ferrante Hirsch - Keller Williams, 845-639-4947. IBNA Real Estate Group - 61 South Main Street, New City. 845-639-9800. Keller Williams - 10 Esquire Rd Suite 4 New City, NY 10956. Margaret Lane-Boyle - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty. Cell 914 420 7058 Lydecker Realty - 13 North Broadway, Nyack. 358-3700. 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
Nancy Blaker Weber - 914-263-3403. “Ask Adam” Blankfort - 845-641 3255. 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 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.
Empire State Builders & Contractors, New City - 845-425-0003. 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
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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