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Nyack • Piermont • New City • Haverstraw • Stony Point • Suffern • Pearl River • Tappan

AUGUST 2017

FABULOUS HOMES

Get Smart’s Barbara Feldon (Agent 99) hosts Penguin Theatre 40th gala

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You Never Know Where You’ll See Rivertown from the Grand Canyon to the Taj Mahal.

WOW - That’s the perfect word to describe this unique home in Blauvelt.

- Stony Point’s amazing theater celebrates 40 years with TV legend Barbara Feldon, Agent 99 on Get Smart.

DREAM HOME - This “secret” Valley Cottage mansion has hundreds of years of history.

SUPER HOME - You’ll love this escape, complete with Man Cave.

BEST KEPT SECRET - The food at the Harbors Cafe in Haverstraw makes it one of the best-kept secrets in the county

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THEY GOT WHAT? - Check out some of the latest sale prices of Rockland homes. You’ll be surprised.

TASTE OF MODERN - There’s a lot of modern style about this home in New City.

REST IN PEACE - A memorial garden offers a beautiful last resting place.

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DRUG WAR - Rockland County Council on Alcohol and other Drug Dependence wages a new front in the war on abuse.

BLACK TIE LIVING - Tuxedo is the place and this is a wonderful home for black tie living.

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NIGHT OF HONORS - Nyack Rotary honors some special members.

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BIG DAY... for Pearl River Rotary as it honors new officers.

NIGHT TO REMEMBER - Rivertown magazine celebrated at its monthly networking party, which was held at the Whiskey Kitchen in Valley Cottage.

BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS - Mary Callan serves up a delicious and refreshing breakfast menu.

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Dancing with the Blahs: As many readers will already know from these pages, I suffer from a terrible affliction. I’ve got two left feet – and two right ones too. And they’re never in step with each other. I took dance lessons before our wedding six years ago in the – vain – hope that I could overcome my problems on our wedding day. Two months of lessons from a strict Russian dance-master couldn’t do the trick. On the wedding day, I forgot the steps after only about a minute of dancing. So when we heard that a local library was offering dance lessons – and they were free – I thought this was my chance to atone for my sins. Now let me stop one moment. Why am I such a lousy dancer? Well first I went to an all boys school. The only place where I could meet girls was at dancing classes. And the only place which offered those classes was a Scottish Presbyterian church. Presbyterians don’t know much about fun. In fact, my Presbyterian grandfather thought dancing was a sin. It would only lead to “you know what”. How he ever managed to have six children was a mystery to everyone who knew him. Unfortunately I didn’t “know what” about girls. At the age of 14, I was completely baffled by the opposite sex anatomically and mentally. However at the Presbyterian dance class, we actually got to hold girls – we just weren’t allowed to smile. No wonder that I flunked that class too. When you danced you couldn’t get too close. You couldn’t let your right hand slip down her back. And it wasn’t a good idea to be caught sniffing her perfume. So here I am at our local library learning to dance yet again. The instructor – a

large genial gentleman – somehow managed to get me to do a passable quickstep. But next on his list was the Merengue. I totally failed. But mainly because our instructor couldn’t remember the steps himself. “Does anyone here know the Merengue?” he asked. Fortunately two senior ladies knew and put on a fantastic show. Then we progressed to the Mashed Potato. Once again, our instructor couldn’t remember when to mash and when to whip. Fortunately my wife Candice came to the rescue with a few extremely nimble dance steps. After a couple more dancing disasters, I decided I’d never be the Scottish Fred Astaire. My wife couldn’t agree more. She’s still nursing the feet I stomped on. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers were having dinner at an expensive New York restaurant. It was the place to be seen and both had dressed for the occasion. Ginger was resplendent in a ball gown and diamond tiara while Fred wore his smartest morning suit. But the evening was marred when the waiter bringing their deserts tripped and covered Fred from head to toe in treacle sponge. ‘I’m terribly sorry’ said the waiter. You should be’ replied Fred ‘Thanks to you I’ve got pudding on my top hat, pudding on my white tie, pudding on my tails.’ Why don’t dogs make good dancers? Because they have two left feet! What do ghosts dance to? Soul music

Phil Bunton

Rivertown

Gary’s Gutter Service Hero of the Month

Magazine Vol. 18, Issue 8

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, Abbie Huff. Reporters: Tom Riley, Murray Phillips. Art Directors: Arlene Levine-Roufa, Graham Carroll, Kay Kelvin. Contributing Photographers: Arnold Roufa, Daniel Spitzer. Columnists: Candice Boyle, Neal Deutsch, Dr. Joanne Gjelsten; Joe Lux; Frank Mancione; Nyack Wine Cellar Assistant to the Publisher: Barbara Sevier. Co-Founder: Shirley Bunton • Subscriptions: $29.50. Mail check to Rivertown, 5 Edge Water Lane, Haverstraw, NY 10927.

Gary Parahus, the owner of Gary’s Gutter Service asked Rivertown Magazine if it would run a popular monthly award he conceived that honors ordinary people who do extraordinary things for people in their community. He has asked Rivertown Magazine to choose each issue’s Hero of the Month. For the August Edition’s “Hero of the Month” we chose Sister Cecilia La Pietra, the Founder of Nyack’s One To One Learning Center. One To One Learning’s mission is to provide English classes and other supportive services to immigrants. Since the programs inception, over 6,000 students have been served. Gary presented her with a Plaque at the entrance of the Dominican Convent honoring her on the 20th Anniversary of the founding of One To One, which is a sponsored ministry of the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill. In the coming months Rivertown Magazine will be honoring other “Heroes of the Month.” “One To One’s goal is to empower our students to lead meaningful lives within the communities in which they live and work. Classes include beginner, intermediate and advanced English, preparation for high school equivalency and citizenship exams. They also take computer classes, as well as special pre-literacy groups. All of these are offered free of charge to the students and all the teachers are volunteers. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the hundreds, if not thousands of volunteers who were moved to volunteer their time, money and talents to One To One over the years. We could not have done it without you,” said Sister Cecilia. One To One Learning Inc. is located at 640 North Midland Avenue in Nyack. You can access their web site at www.one2one-learning.org. If you would like to volunteer your services call 845-512-8176. In May, over 250 volunteers, recipients and honored guests attended a Gala Dinner Dance at the Nyack Seaport to honor Sister Cecilia La Pietra, OP Founder of Nyack One To One Learning, and to offer a special tribute to Sister Jeanine Nolan, OP. Rivertown Magazine and Gary’s Gutter Service Inc. are proud to honor Sister Cecilia as their August 2017 “Hero of the Month.”

Home office tax deduction - don’t miss out! The home office tax deduction is a tricky area of the tax code. Some taxpayers are so wary of the deduction that they simply opt not to take it. Don’t miss out on this tax benefit if it applies to you. Several years ago the IRS loosened its position on home office tax deductions and gave a green light to qualifying home offices. If you operate a business out of your home, you may be able to deduct a wide variety of expenses. These may include part of your rent or mortgage costs, insurance, utilities, repairs, maintenance, and cleaning costs related to the space you use. It can be a tricky area of the tax code that’s full of pitfalls for the unwary. Here are some of the top mistakes people make: 1. Not taking it. This is probably the biggest mistake those with home offices make. Some believe the deduction is too complicated, while others believe taking a home office deduction increases your chance of being audited. While the rules can be complicated, there are now simple home office deduction methods available to every business. 2. Not exclusive or regular. The space you use must be used exclusively and regularly for your business. • Exclusively: If you use a spare bedroom as a business office, it can’t double

as a guest room, a playroom for the kids, or a place to store your hockey gear. Any kind of non-business use can invalidate you for the deduction. • Regularly: It should be the primary place you conduct your regular business activities. That doesn’t mean that you have to use it every day nor does it stop you from doing work outside the office, but it should be the primary place for business activities such as recordkeeping, billing, making appointments, ordering equipment, or storing supplies. 3. Mixing up your other work. If you are an employee for someone else in addition to running your own business, be careful in using your home office to do work for your employer. Generally, IRS rules state you can use a home office deduction as an employee only if your employer doesn’t provide you with a local office to work at. Unfortunately, this means if you run a side business out of your home office, you cannot also bring work home from your employer’s office and do it in your home office. That would invalidate your use of the home office deduction. 4. The recapture problem. If you have been using your home office deduction, including depreciating part of your home, you could be in for a future tax surprise. When you later sell your home you will need to account for this depreciation. This depreciation recapture rule creates a possible tax liability for many unsuspecting home office users. 5. Not getting help. There are special rules that apply to your use of the home office deduction if:

• You are an employee of someone else. • You are running a daycare or assisted living facility out of your home. • You have a business renting out your primary residence or a vacation home. The home office deduction can be tricky, so be sure to ask your CPA for help, especially if you fall under one of these cases. Things to remember Recognizing the home office deduction complexity, the IRS created a simplified “safe harbor” home office deduction. You simply take the square footage of your office, up to 300 square feet, and multiply it by $5. This gives you a potential $1,500 maximum deduction. However, your savings could be much greater than $1,500, so it’s often worth it to calculate your full deduction. If you are concerned about a potential future audit, take a photo or two of your home office. This is especially important if you move. That way if you are ever challenged, you can visually attempt to show your compliance to the rules. Ask your CPA to determine if you are eligible for a home office deduction. He can be sure you qualify and help you to maximize your home office tax deductions while minimizing the tax on your home business income. Joseph A. Lux, CPA has been providing tax and accounting services to individuals and small businesses in our community for over twenty years. Joe can be reached at 845-358-1929 or by e-mail at joe@joelux.com. Visit his website, www.joelux.com , for more tax saving ideas and tools, or to subscribe to his free monthly newsletter. Free initial consultations are available to new clients.

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Dear Candice, I have a large farm table that I love and have had for years and I can fit my large family around it for holiday meals. It was in my dining room. Now we have downsized and it only just makes it into the dining area in our new condo. I also have a fancy crystal chandelier that I pulled out of storage and I like it. My question is can I mix these two styles and if so how do I accomplish doing it? I am willing to purchase new chairs. My color scheme is beige with accents of aqua. Thank you for your input. Eloise, Haverstraw Dear Trish, Yes you can mix the two styles which is called an eclectic look. You can use both your table and chandelier very successfully by doing the following: Your new chairs can be simple, comfortable and be easy maintenance with a large family. I suggest leather parsons chairs which come in a variety of colors. Grandinroad Catalog has a fabulous selection and is very well priced. The side chairs can be a neutral color cream and the host and hostess chairs can be a color that works with your aqua accents these chairs will add interest to your design plan. By adding a centerpiece of silk flow-

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

ers in a large decorative crystal bowl it will pull together the look with your chandelier. Home Goods is a great place place to shop for accessories. Now you have a new design plan which will last for years to come. Enjoy! Dear Candice, I need help, I can’t make a decision about my 17-year-old sectional that is too big for my room and needs to be recovered. Should I keep it? Norma, Piermont Dear Norma, Since your sectional is too big for your room and since upholstery is expensive I advise you to get a new sofa. Be sure that you do a floor plan of

your room which will allow you to get the right size furniture. Some retail stores offer complimentary design services. So bring in the size of your room so you can be sure you are purchasing the correct size furniture. Then after you make your selection check the size of your new sofa before you purchase it. The number one mistake that I see with many of my clients is purchasing furniture that is too large. This investment will be well spent and you will have a new comfortable look to enjoy for years to come. When you can shop be sure to have a budget in mind. My slogan is “ You don’t have to be expensive to look expensive.” Good luck!

Women of Achievement honored

The Rockland Business Women’s Network (RBWN) hosted its annual Women of Achievement Breakfast. 2017 Women of Achievement Awards were presented to Courtney E. Boniface, Esq. of Cane & Boniface, PC and Dr. Mary Jean Marsico, COO of Rockland BOCES (second from bottom right and third from bottom right respectively). The group also presented the 2017 RBWN Service Woman of the Year award to Risa B. Hoag, President, GMG Public Relations, Inc. (fourth from bottom right). A record 200 people attended the event where two high school seniors and a student from Rockland Community College were also awarded with scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each.

Question: I am handling my family’s estate and the house has been neglected for years. Is it better to fix up what is obvious or should I just negotiate the price with potential buyers? Answer Does the estate have money to do repairs? I am not sure what you mean about neglect – but keep in mind that real estate has never changed, curb appeal gets them in the door. My suggestion would be – if the estate has the means- take everything out of the house, repaint the entire inside, do routine maintenance outside – trimming hedges, cleaning gutters, etc. First impressions are the best and remember – this is going to sound crazy, o into the room where your heating/hot water is, and think about having the heating system cleaned and tidy up the room. This list could go on and on – feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.

after the improvements are completed and the value of the improved property compared to others in your neighborhood need to be considered. Over improving for the neighborhood is the greatest mistake homeowners make. When the time comes to sell the property

they look to recoup what they put in, but values in the area will not support the asking price. You should know the value of your house and others in the area before you begin to plan your renovation or addition improve accordingly.

Question: How much does it cost to hire an attorney to draw up a contract on the sale of my home? Answer: The going rates range from $800 -$1,200 and it is the best money you can spend by having the right attorney. Depending on where your house is, use a local attorney and not an out of town attorney. Question: In this declining market, is it a wise decision to renovate or put an addition onto our house? Answer: The decision to renovate in any market is based on several facts. The length of time you intend to stay in your current home

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You never know where

Paul Rapisarda, his daughter, Victoria and wife, Georgie went on vacation to Point Judith in Narragansett. Lynnette and James Marshall of Nyack on NCLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s island in the Bahamas!

Mike and Carol Iuzzolino of Valley Cottage were at the Taj Mahal in Agra, India.

Marianna with her son Anthony and daughter in law Christine on Miami Beach.

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Frieda and Larry Luxenberg took Rivertown to Twin Falls. Idaho.

Joyce and George Nicks, of Stony Point, celebrated their 33rd wedding anniversary in Nashville, Tenn..

Dick and Flo Cunningham from Chestnut Ridge, Carol Mainey from Middletown, Dave Keller from Chestnut Ridge, and Jeanne Frasco Fasciolla, from Washingtonville, took a memorable trip to the Rockies.

Teddy and Eugene Mascola enjoyed fun in the sun with their mom at a resort near Cancun, Mexico where their dad was teaching tennis.

Jim McAllister, Assistant Scout Master; Joseph Daly, Eagle Scout, Bob Klein, Scout Master at Troop 36, Pearl River.

Lisa, Jazmine, Tony, LuAnn, Timothy, Nakia, Landon and Silas, from Haverstraw, were having a wonderful time at DisneyWorld.

E-mail your photos to Rivertown2000@ gmail.com

Mary Kahlke, Liz Fromwiller and Dorothy Nagle, of Stony Point Body n Brain Yoga, were visiting the Grand Canyon while in Arizona.

Meg and Dan and Donice and Phil of Lake Carmel and Patty and Donald Reid of New City at the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, Greece.

Carole Tjoa took Rivertown on board HMY Britannia, the Royal Yacht of Britainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Queen Elizabeth II in Edinburgh.

Janet and Dominick Riolo from New City traveling in Southern Italy at The Trulli houses of Alberobell

Celebrating Marieannette Palmiottoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 75th birthday ready to board Haverstraw/Ossining Ferry. Lisa Palmiotto Cecchi was going with family to dinner at The Boat House Restaurant in Ossining.

There’s only one word to describe this beautiful home in desirable Blauvelt - WOW!

Two views of the spectacular kitchen at 7 Murphy Court in Blauvelt. Story: Murray Phillips The magnificent house at the end of a secluded cul-de-sac in Blauvelt really takes your breath away. This custom-built colonial home - at 7 Murphy Court, Blauvelt - is exceptional. It has five large bedrooms and five magnificently appointed bathrooms. Soaring ceilings and hardwood floors. If you’re looking for one word to describe it, that word would be WOW. If you’re looking for another word, it’s ELEGANT. This is a perfect home for growing families. In the spacious kitchen, there are stainless steel Dacor and SubZero appliances, Quakermaid kitchen cabinets with elegantly edged granite counters and ceiling

This gorgeous home in Blauvelt is at the end of a quiet, secluded cul-de-sac.

speakers. The spacious family room includes surround-sound speakers and a gas fireplace with custom mantle and granite surrounds. The stately living and dining rooms also have ceiling speakers. There are designer

Hunter Douglas window treatments, decorative crown molding galore in all rooms. The master bedroom is enormous with custom tray ceiling. There are two walk-in closets with custom Califronia closet-style appointments.

The marble master bath has one of the largest walk-in showers we’ve ever seen, fitted with multiple jets and a large rainhead.The oversized tub has a Jacuzzi. Additional four baths feature porcelain tile and other expensive appointments. The fully-finished lower level – with dozens of dimmable hi-hats and surround sound speakers – is a great place for youngsters to congregate. It also has a media room and workout room. Plus a largesize playroom/den. This home is over 4900 square feet of living space. Plus Transom-Anderson windows, fenced, sprinklers, alarm, central vac, security equipment, bluestone walkways/patio. There are even speakers in the beautiful back yard. Associate Broker Margaret LaneBoyle, of Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty, has more than 20 years experience.

The master bedroom suite also has an enormous walk-in shower.

And she raves about this property and the area it’s in. “This home has everything. And it’s locaterd in South Orangetown School District.” Being at the end of a cul-de-sac it’s quiet. Across the street is the entrance to a walking trail that stretches all the way down to Piermont. To see this one-of-a-kind home, contact Margaret at (914-420-7058.

Francine Newman-McCarthy, Joe Brancato and (far right) Andrew Horn, were honored with a proglamation by County Executive Ed Day and Councilman Tom Basile.

Agent 99 (Barbara Feldon) hosts Penguin Theatre’s 40th birthday bash

Andrew Horn, Joe Brancato and Francine Newman-McCarthy cut the birthday cake. All three were actively involved in the birth of the Penguin Theatre.

TV legend Barbara Feldon - Agent 99 on the Get Smart series - was guest host when the Penguin Theatre in Stony Point celebrated with a 40th gala party. Supporters of the landmark theatre showed up to honor the Penguin’s amazing success, led by artistic director, Joe Brancato. Ms Feldon appeared in two Penguin Rep shows in recent years - Love Letters, with Keir Dullea and The Unexpected Man with David Canary of All My Children fame. The 84-year-old star - looking awesomely slim and glamorous - sat down with Brancato for a 45-minute interview about her remarkable life. She started out as a dancer before finding fame on Get Smart. She admitted that her #1 love was dancing. One thing we didn’t know was that she had been a contestant on the popular 1950s $64,000 Question TV show, winning the grand prize. Her area of expertise, surprisingly, was Shakespeare. Joe Brancato, who had been a high school teacher, started Penguin 40 years ago. Over the years it has established an admirable reputation. The New York Times described it as “the gutsiest little theatre.” They also described Brancato as “one of America’s insightful young directors.” Along with executive director Andrew Horn, they have presented more than 100 critically and popularly acclaimed productions, many of which have gone on to Broadway.

Photos: Dorice Madronero. Turn the page for more photos

Barbara Feldon gave a frank and witty interview to Joe Brancato. The photo behind them is a painting of Ms Feldon by pop art great Andy Warhol. Left: Barbara Feldon chats with Rivertownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Candice Boyle. Right: More honors for Joe Brancato and Penguin Rep.

Above: Joe Brancatoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proud mom with Francine Newman-McCarthy. Right Broadway Drama Desk nominee Miche Braden performs with jazz pianist Dave Keyes.

Andrew Horn chats with Rivertownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Phil Bunton

Rockland County Legislator Douglas Jobson shares a copy of Rivertown with Candice Boyle and Rivertown editor Phil Bunton.

A dream home in Valley Cottage with centuries of history

Story: Kenyatta Jones-Arietta Photos: S. Beiner “I can’t believe this exists less than an hour from the city”, I thought of my first visit to historic 227 Old Mill Road. This compound is located in Valley Cottage just minutes away from Nyack. I remember that day looking around at the house, the barn, the cottage, and Lake DeForest. An eagle flew overhead, one of many birds and water fowl that frequent the property. I was first introduced to the side of the property, which was originally the front of the old 1700’s sandstone Dutch Colonial. This home once served as a farm house for the first Dutch settlers. It is one of the last remaining sandstone houses from this period still standing. Adorned with a green entry door, shingled roof and wooden shutters; pale yellow wooden siding and two brick chimneys on either side of the house that sit like bookends. On the left side of the house is a bay sandstone window. The light contrasting mortar of the stone make the material pop visually. On the right side is a sweet pale yellow wooden deck, which is used as the main entry of the house. There is a an outdoor shower off to the side, which is perfect for those hot summer days. Back to the front of the house, towards the edge of the slate patio is a cylindrical stone covered well, topped with a decorative terra cotta pitcher. Built approximate-

The historic home at 227 Old Mill Road in Valley Cottage.

ly 260 years ago by the Dutch pioneers, the well is a stunning sculpture within itself and is used to bring fresh natural water into the house for drinking and bathing. It is surrounded by the most beautiful

scents of lilac emitting from the bushes that surround it. From there your eyes are drawn to the expansive front lawn carpeted with lush green grass and covered with many fruit

bearing trees, flowering shrubs and perennial gardens. This must be paradise. The property served as a Buddhist retreat some 20+ years ago. A footprint of that time can be found in the form of an authentic Tibetan Buddhist Stupa that stands off to the side and down a little hill on the right of a 2nd patio area. It was erected as a shrine in honor of the Goddess Tara, the female embodiment of Buddha. “Arya Tara is known as the ‘mother of liberation’ and represents the virtues of success in work and achievements” (according to Buddhist Deities: Bodhisattvas of Compassion). It was used as a place for meditation. A few yards behind the Stupa is a footpath that leads down to the lake. So beautiful and tranquil. This property is owned by Suez and is not permitted for building. To the right is a cozy one room pale yellow wooden cottage. Its entry door is outlined in the green from the main house and its roof is Lower Barn Studioovered in a contrasting faded burgundy shingle. It is outfitted with a full bathroom with standing shower and has a glass sliding door to

a cozy deck with seasonal front row views of the lake. So peaceful. The barn offers so many wonderful possibilities. When I visualize who I think the new owner of the property will be, the barn is where I get the most inspiration. The lower level, completely white-washed with it’s open studio, could be a small gym or yoga studio... or maybe an artist studio for that matter. It could be the home of some sort of production company. Aside from open space, it also has two smaller rooms that can serve as offices and a half bath. The immediate upstairs loft apartment has a nice high vaulted ceiling, skylights in the bedroom and a full kitchen and bath and is rentable. The back lower half of the barn was once an indoor/outdoor animal pen. The current owner used to have goats there. In front of it is a chicken coop. Fresh eggs anyone? The upstairs of the back half of the barn is an unfinished work space. It can be finished as a second, larger studio but I’ve been visualizing some sort of furniture maker creating wonderful pieces up there. It has an over-sized picture window with a high view of the lake. Endless possibilities. Moving into the main house, from the deck you immediately come into the opened kitchen. It is contemporary in style with it’s burnt orange wood cabinets, opaque industrial glass cabinet door fronts, a large, confetti like terrazzo spacious countertop and a black, flat hexagon tile. It’s a knock out! Aside from its modern recessed down lighting, it offers light from two hanging pendants above the counter and a window with natural lighting above the kitchen sink. The appliances are all updated stainless steel. Off to the side is a built in wooden

bookcase with a brick-faced pillar on the end. To the far right corner of the kitchen is a Dutch door with upper glass panels. It leads into a three season room with a brick wall and an outside door with a slate walkway that may have been used as a main access point to enter the home. The ceilings are low, which is common of homes constructed in this time period. It assisted in keeping the house warm in the winter and cooler in the summer months. The house has always been perfect in tem-

perature every time Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve visited, and that is without the assistance of air-conditioning. In front of the kitchen is an area currently used as an eat-in kitchen and sitting room. It has one of two wood-burning fire places found in the house. The 2nd is in the Image titleliving room/dining room, which reminds me of a home in the Hamptons. A large open room with lots of natural sun light spewing in from the windows and hardwood floors throughout. There is also a 2nd Dutch door leading to three season

room, currently used for storage. Off to the left of the kitchen is my favorite room, the first floor master bedroom. You step down into this beautiful bright white-washed addition with high ceilings, ample living space, closets and an open bathroom. You get lots of wonderful light from the scones, hanging fixture and the bright skylight over the antique Italian porcelain claw foot tub. In front of the tub is a sliding barn door, which leads to the toilet and standing shower. The shower is adorned with whimsical Talavera Mexican Tiles. Image title The 2nd level of the main house is easily accessed from the front of the old sandstone section of the home. There are three brightly lit bedrooms and one oversized bath, each with its own closet and personality. The larger bedroom has an exposed brick pillar that is centered on the far wall. This bedroom also has window seating that encases the radiator, which is a fantastic place to read... or write your next masterpiece. The mid-sized bedroom has a walkout onto a flat roof which is great for that lake view morning stretch. The upstairs bathroom is outfitted with a tub/shower combo and lined with classic white subway tile and a pedestal sink. The floor is covered with a white retro hexagon mosaic and the walls painted sea foam green with classic white crown molding. There is ample closet space for those bath towels and linens. There is also a door on this level to the walkup attic, which is unfinished but perfect for additional storage.Upstairs Bathroom I could live here... or visit. This property has the makings of a great bed and breakfast if not someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home away from home. Think it could be your oasis? Give me a call. I would love to show it to you! For more details, visit http://www. ready2mov.com/details.php?mls=1&mlsid=4719967.

This fabulous home has everything including a Man Cave!

Story: Tom Riley Liz Cifu has done it again. This dynamic NYS Real Estate Salesperson from the Warwick Office of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh locates and sells exceptional properties. that keep the phone ringing off the hook. Her listing at 43 Alta Mira Drive in Blooming Grove is a magnet for home buyers in the Hudson Valley as well as young couples with children who are scrambling to view this one of a kind home that sits on 13 beautiful acres, on a private road, with only five other homes. It’s hard to believe as you drive up this road that you are so close to Route 17. The minute you enter the home with its large entrance way and open staircase, you’ll leave the the stress of the day behind you. You can start your day watching the sunrise, from either the large eat-in kitchen or the deck outside the kitchen. Not only does the home have a large formal dining room, but it has an amazing family room with vaulted ceilings, windows to enjoy the views, electric skylights that are rain sensitive, and a large wood burning fireplace, handcrafted by the owner. You automatically start planning parties, game nights, and holidays. The home also boasts an office on the main floor that has custom built-in cabinetry hand made by the owner. As you go up to the 2nd floor you have 3 bedrooms and a full bath and a master bedroom with an en suite where you can relax in a jetted tub complete with a TV! If this isn’t enough, there is a surprise on this floor; a custom built “Man Cave,” a room with a copper ceiling that can be a

The Man Cave has a beautiful copper ceiling.

music room, movie room, television room, the options are endless. Through this room is another room, a quiet room with shelves for magazines, just for you to get away. The home has a huge unfinished walk-out basement and a 3 car garage. If you feel this is not enough storage, there are 3 out buildings that can store 2 more cars and a lot more! Did I mention the beautiful front porch? Here’s where you go to unwind from the day and enjoy the sunset. This home is move-in ready and waiting for you to enjoy all that it has to offer. Liz Cifu is listing the home for $699,000. The other amenities it has to offer are two zone air conditioning with a Nest WiFi Thermostat. There is a 6th zone capped off in the basement ready for you to finish. The home has a powder room and a walk-out basement, Energy Star windows, granite countertops, an alarm system and a drilled well. It has a security system, oven/range, refrigerator and its own water conditioner. You have to see this home to believe all the amenities it has to offer. T his 14 room home built in 2005 has over 3,420 square feet of living space and 3 bathrooms. With scenic views and lots of room for children to breathe and play in fresh country air you’ll be free of traffic congestion and bad air. Your children will enjoy award winning schools and lots of outdoor activities. Who knows, you may want to buy a horse or raise your own vegetables. Please call Liz Cifu on her Cell at 845238-0347 and she’ll be happy to give you a tour of the home. Her office is located at 12 Maple Avenue in Warwick, NY. You can call her office at 845-987-2000 or Email her at Liz@baerhomes.com.

The best-kept restaurant secret in Rockland County Story: Phil Bunton The Harbors Café is probably the bestkept restaurant secret in Rockland County. Never heard of it, I hear you say. And I say: That’s why it’s the county’s best-kept secret. But you’d better move fast, because it’s about to become a big hit. Tucked in the luxurious Harbors at Haverstraw complex this delightful restaurant consistently serves up delicious food at surprisingly good prices. Italian, Colombian, Spanish or American, owner Olga Giraldo creates delicious meals every day. One very satisfied customer, Taryn, said: “The food here is amazing. You can’t go wrong with one of their specials. I love the prices and that you get a soup or salad included in your meal.” Another customer raved: “Great food at a great price.” And Charles told us: “Very good food with great taste and variety. I will definitely be coming here again.”

Above: Owner Olga Giraldo and husband Marino. Left: The charming patio. Opposite from top left: chicken quesadilla, pork loin in marsala sauce, Mexican chorizo with peppers and onion, chicken a la colombiana, barbecue spare ribs with rice and vegetables, shrimp francese with linguine, vanilla caramel churro.

We love the tilapia francese over linguine. And we also recommend the chicken marsala, or pork or chicken quesadilla over tomatoes with cheddar cheese. One of the most popular dishes are the empanadas, served up in a unique Colombian style. Olga says they’re her own special recipe – and very popular. She took over the café seven months ago and her fame is growing by word of mouth. “I love cooking,” she told us. “Everyone loves my empanadas – and my quesadilla and Panini.” And if you’ve got room for dessert, try the superb vanilla caramel churro - ice cream and caramel sauce (and much more). You can eat on the beautiful terrace overlooked by the Harbors unique lighthouse. Or if it’s too hot for you, dine indoors. If you want you can bring your own wine. Most dinners cost $12.95 – and that includes soup or salad. We visited them on a recent Mexican night. On another night, it was a fantastic barbecue. But call them to find out what special events are going on. There’s always something different here at the Harbors Café. The restaurant is only steps from the Haverstraw-Ossining ferry terminal and there’s a delightful waterfront promenade to stroll after dinner. One diner told us: “I feel I’m in the Bahamas. This place is like a beautiful resort.” • Harbors Café, 1000 Round Pointe Drive, Haverstraw. 845-271-4900.

Owner Olga Giraldi with a few of her signature empanadas. Below a group of festive diners on the cafe’s outdoor patio.

Buying a home is quite possibly the largest investment you will ever make and knowing as much as possible about a property before you buy it is imperative. That’s where a professional home inspection comes in. A home inspection is an objective, visual examination of a home and an evaluation of the home’s mechanical systems, plumbing and electrical systems, interior elements, roof, attic, foundation, basement, visible structure and more. By observing and asking the inspector lots of questions, you can learn a great deal about the home, how its systems work and tips on routine maintenance. A home inspector can identify possible issues as well as recommend preventive measures which can avoid costly future repairs. Keep in mind that no house is perfect. If the inspector finds issues that need to be addressed, it doesn’t necessarily mean you shouldn’t buy the house, only that you know in advance what the issues are and can evaluate your options. You will have a much clearer understanding of the property you are about to purchase and will be able to make a confident decision. With that, here are the homes that sold in June. June 2017 Home Sales in the Rockland County Rivertowns Style Bi-Level Colonial Condo Colonial Two-Story Cottage Co-op Condo Colonial Colonial Co-op Contemporary Colonial Contemporary Townhouse Condo Condo Bi-Level Ranch

Location U. Nyack U. Nyack Nyack Nyack Nyack Nyack Nyack Nyack S. Nyack S. Nyack S. Nyack U. Grandview U. Grandview Piermont Piermont Piermont Piermont Palisades Palisades

Address 510 N. Broadway 406 N Midland 1 Main #4302 20 Aldine Park 116 Sickles Ave 3 Crosby St 38 4th Ave #2E 298 High Ave #K1 48 Glen Byron Ave 89 Clinton Ave 4 Salisbury Pt #LB 4 N. Tweed Blvd 29 Shadyside Ave 733 Rt 9W 213 Gair St 53 Gair St 50 Gair St 780 Rt 340 685 Oak Tree Rd

Bedrooms Baths 3 2 3 1 3 2.1 3 2 3 1.1 2 1 1 1 1 1 4 2.1 3 1 3 2 4 3.1 4 2.1 4 3.1 3 3.1 2 2 2 2 3 2 3 1.1

List Price $569,000 419,000 749,000 675,000 200,000 229,000 215,000 139,900 749,000 579,000 429,000 950,000 719,000 1,395,000 595,000 415,000 400,000 439,000 425,000

Sold Price $569,000 419,000 750,000 700,000 233,000 229,000 200,000 125,000 760,000 565,000 410,000 875,000 755,000 1,350,000 600,000 405,000 400,000 438,000 400,000

*The homes listed above were sold by a variety of brokers proudly serving the Rivertowns* How is The Rivertown Real Estate Market? June 2017 YTD vs. June 2016 YTD - Single Family Homes New Inventory (the number of homes coming on the market) was unchanged (148 YTD 2017 vs. 148 YTD 2016). There was a 5.1% increase in the number of sales (62 YTD 2017 vs. 59 YTD 2016). The average sales price for homes that have sold decreased 0.4% to $692,643. The median sales price decreased 8.4% to $536,000. Overall, the average sales price for homes that have sold in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $466,178, up 2.2% over the same period last year. The median sales price in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $435,000, up 4.3% over the same period last year. June 2017 YTD vs. June 2016 YTD - Condos/Co-ops New inventory (the number of condos coming on the market) decreased 7.4% (50 YTD 2017 vs. 54 YTD 2016). There was a 21.7% increase in the number of sales (28 YTD 2017 vs. 23 YTD 2016). The average sales price of condos that have sold increased 32.8% to $475,280. The median sales price increased 74.6% to $471,417. Overall, the average sales price for condos that have sold in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $240,966, up 10.4% over the same period last year. The median sales price (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $195,000, up 2.8% over the same period last year.

Check out this magnificent contemporary in one of the best places to live in America Story: Tom Riley Broker Associate Stephanie Ferrante-Hirsch of Keller Williams Hudson Valley, is one of our most prolific real estate producers. And one of her hottest properties is the stunning contemporary home located at 7 Waverly Court in New City. New City is increasingly becoming the destination of choice for home buyers from all over. . George Washington really knew what he was doing when he chose New City’s present day Squadron Blvd to be the site for training cavalry officers for his fledgling Republic. Even Money Magazine has caught up with Washington’s strategic vision for the wonderful county we live in. With its extraordinary schools, magnificent Hudson River Valley views, highly educated population, fantastic recreational/cultural activities, hiking, jogging and biking trails plus many aquatic activities, Money Magazine ranked it the seventh best place to live in America. Stephanie told us: “This stunning contemporary of exceptional value is truly the best buy for a luxury home in Rockland. It was designed by an architect and built for his own. He hand-picked the prettiest spot on the cul de sac! “Its distinctive design boast soaring 20’ ceilings, magnificent windows and a stunning 65’ skylight that spans the upper level. It is simply breathtaking! Soaring glass frames the Gourmet Kitchen with a large center Island and state-of-the-art

amenities. “The lower level is a great surprise with an ultimate man cave/recreation room. There is also an office, a gym and au pair Suite on this level. “ The 2nd Story is breathtaking with lots of glass and natural light overlooking the main living area. The private master suite has two walk-in closets and a steam, Whirlpool and sauna room. “There are 3 more bedrooms and a large bonus room which completes this level,” said Stephanie. With over 7,000 square feet, this 15 foom, 5 bedroom, 6 bath home located on 1.82 beautifully landscaped acres is being listed at $1,050,000. It has a 1st floor bedroom, cathedral/ vaulted high ceilings, chandeliers, guest quarters close to bus, schools and park. The eat-in kitchen has granite countertops, a convection oven, cooktop, dishwasher, oven/range, 2 refrigerators and pantry. The home has a sprinkler system, an alarm System, Central Air Conditioning, a Central Vacuum, a Water Conditioner, a Whirlpool and an In ground Pool plus many more amenities. Stephanie is a consistent top producer. She has been an Associate Broker for over 20 years. She has a BBA in Advertising and Marketing and is one of Rockland County’s most sought after realtors. Her market expertise, professionalism, integrity, listening skills and top shelf service has earned her a sterling reputation, sincere loyalty and constant referrals from satisfied clients over her 20 year career. You can call Stephanie at 845-639-4947 or Email her at sferrantehirsch@gmail. com. Her Office at Keller Williams Hudson Valley is located at 18 Laurel Road in New City.

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Rest in peace - in this beautiful Nyack Memorial Garden

Story: Sondra Holt There has been much in the news lately about â&#x20AC;&#x153;greenâ&#x20AC;? burials, as well as other alternatives to traditional in-ground burials. There is an option which is neither of those: cremation and immurement in a columbarium. What is a columbarium? The name comes from burial niches built in the catacombs in ancient Rome, specifically by early Christians. Such a niche was known as a columbarium, Latin for a dwelling of a dove, or columba. In recent years there has been a widespread return to the ancient custom of using fire to speed the normal process of returning the body to the dust of the earth. For those who desire it, cremation is an appropriate means of accommodating earthly remains, and is preferred by a growing number of people. Many view cremation as an ecologically appropriate choice as well. Cremation and immurement can also be far less costly than traditional in-ground burial. Typical costs in Rockland County for burial in a cemetery can be quite expensive. Average prices include the cost of the plot ($1,900-$3,500+), a crypt or grave lining, (required in many cemeteries) ($500$2,500), opening and closing the grave ($1,000-$2,300), headstone or grave marker ($500-$4,000), installation of the grave marker or headstone ($450-$850), and perpetual care fees which vary depending on the cemetery. Typical costs in Rockland County for immurement range from $1,200 to $2,800, plus the cost of an urn purchased separately, a fee for opening and closing a niche (ranging from $150-$740), and the cost of a plaque ($150-$400). One such columbarium exists in Nyack. The Grace Church Memorial Garden and Columbarium provides a permanent and peaceful resting place in the low stone walls containing urns in which the ashes of deceased loved ones are placed. Each colum-

barium niche is marked with a simple plaque engraved with the name of the person and the dates of his or her life. The Columbarium walls are surrounded by a beautifully landscaped Memorial Garden. The Memorial Garden is also a place for weddings, baptisms, summer church worship, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play, parish activities such as picnics and fairs, and private events, all of which underscore the intent that it is not only a place of solace and meditation, but also a place to celebrate life. There are no denominational restrictions on whose ashes may be immured in the Columbarium; however, the approval of the Rector of the parish may be required under certain circumstances. Purchasing a niche: Anyone interested in purchasing a niche or niches may contact the church office to schedule a meeting, learn about the official rules, regulations, and procedures, and see the available niches from which you and your family may choose.

Many families find it prudent to purchase a niche well in advance of its being needed. The current cost of a niche is $2,200, payable in one or several installments to the Grace Church Columbarium Fund. At the time ashes are placed in a wall, there are two additional charges, one for the opening and closing (currently $150), the other for the name plaque (currently $150). The purchaser selects the specific niche from those available. When the niche chosen is paid in full, the purchaser receives a document signed by the purchaser and Rector of Grace Church, securing the right to immurement. A copy of the document is maintained by the Church for its records. If you would like to visit the Garden on your own, you are welcome to do so. The Columbarium and Memorial Garden are located on the Church grounds at 130 First Avenue, Nyack, NY 10960. The office telephone number is 845-358-1297.

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Rockland Council on Alcoholism & Other Drug Dependence focuses on recovery support services By Candy Pittari The Rockland Council on Alcoholism and Other Drug Dependence recently received a State Senate member item grant for an exciting new program of Recovery Coaching. The program is based on a peer recovery model designed to support individuals new to addiction recovery. Recovery Coaches help bridge the gap from treatment to recovery. The early stages of recovery from addiction can be difficult. There are many challenges such as financial difficulties, health concerns, legal issues, housing and employment. RCADD employs two NYS Certified Addiction Recovery Coaches; Nancy Taylor, CARC and Tom Tompkins, CARC. Nancy and Tom will provide linkages to the multiple pathways of recovery, treatment and other supports, help people navigate systems of care, help with problem solving, and serve as an advocate for recoverees. Recovery Coaches build on an individual’s strengths and help to remove barriers to recovery. The individual accessing services must have successfully completed a treatment program. RCADD Executive Director, Ruth

Nancy Taylor and Tom Tomkins are two of the coaches working for RCADD. Bowles, CPP, CARC says: “There are many pathways to recovery. We take into consideration the environment and culture in which the individual and their families live.” Kathleen Katt Bennie CASAC-T CRPA Prevention Services Coordinator, agrees and describes Recovery Coaches as persons interested in promoting recovery using a peer-to-peer-approach. Coaches are not sponsors, therapists, medical professionals or clergy members, but rather trained, certified persons who

know the systems of care and how to assist and support each individual based on that individual’s choices. Whether the individual chooses to attend a 12 step program, utilize faith based services, or develop new vocational or recreational skills, Nancy and Tom can help them identify and develop attainable short or long term goals. Their valuable assistance helps to reduce stress for an individual during an extremely vulnerable period. Services are available at the agency’s

Kathleen Katt, Prevention Service Coordinator, Ruth Bowles and Tom Tomkins.

offices at 25 Smith St, Suite 201, Nanuet.. However, Nancy and Tom are willing to meet with an individual anywhere in the county. Often the coaches will meet their recoverees in coffees shops, parks, librar-

ies and other relaxed environments. RCADDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Recovery Support Services also includes Friends of Recovery Rockland (FOR-Rockland), which is an affiliate of FOR-NY, a statewide organization

comprised of individuals, family members and allies of recovery. Their mission is to promote a positive view of recovery and educate communities about the effective outcomes of receiving appropriate information, treatment, and recovery support. Friends of Recovery/ Rockland meet the third Monday of every month from 5:00-6:00pm at the RCADD offices. To highlight September, National Recovery Month Strengthening Families and Communities, RCADD will hold the 10th Annual Recovery Rally. The event kicks off at 8am with a 5K Walk/Run for Recovery and Remembrance. A kids Fun Run follows as well as a celebration featuring music, food, speakers, yoga, face painting and wellness demonstrations from 10am-2pm. The Rally takes place Rockland Lake State Park on September 10. For more information on registration, donations, or participating with an information table please contact Kathleen at kkatt@rcadd. org. For further information or to access any of the services RCADD provides please call 845 215 9788 or go to www.rcadd.org. If you or someone you know is interested in training to become a certified RSS trainer or a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselors (CASAC), or you are interested in joining Freinds of Recovery, please reach out to RCADD.

Black tie living in gorgeous Tuxedo, NY By Amie Butchko As one first lays eyes on this quintessentially elegant home, you may take note of its subtle Romanesque flair. It sits gloriously high on a pristine cul de sac in esteemed The Woodlands at Tuxedo with a grandeur that suggests it will still be standing regally here for many years to come. This custom sanctuary-feel property, displays beautiful stucco-like facing with white accent trim on a classically tasteful beige exterior, impeccably maintained. Decorous Grecian concrete planters and breathtaking landscapes highlight a stone tiering of yardage which cradles this diamond status many-gabled listing. Perhaps the crĂ¨me de la crĂ¨me on this most opulent street, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s set within a treelined Association with every finish trimming the space; making it a just to-die-for place to live. With a pool, tennis courts, gym and club house, the neighborhood and its community are ones to be admired. HOA landscapers work busily on this beautiful day, beautifying every edge of the lush real estate enjoyed by each homeowner residing within. Number 74 is quite a sight. Accessed through a Canadian Maple custom door stained tastefully to a formal-feel shade, the interior awaits inhabitants and visitors alike with a muted calm that fuses around and sets you at ease the moment you walk in. With arched accents and elegant column detail at every turn, this property is simply lovely in every sense. Just enough to emit an inarguably polished vibe, it welcomes and wows without the least sense of being overdone. High ceilings immediately greet entrants. White trim embellishments lick at the corners of a muted color palate. Taupe, beiges and creams create an open and bright space, laced with windows everywhere, always looking out to an oasis terrace characterized by dual slate patios, graduating upward rock walls, and the most thoughtfully finished landscapes that

Inside and outside this gorgeous home offers elegant surroundings.

hint of what one might expect in an Italian garden villa. A commercial grade grill is set quietly off to the side. The beauty of this lovely terrace frames the entire anterior of a home which truly embodies one floor living, the back of the house almost all windows. A formal dining room and front living area feature high tray ceilings and window arches surrounding the first of two beautiful fireplaces, one wood burning and one gas. The master is tucked around the corner with pocket doors, waiting to wow. Again, with magnificent terrace views, its perfectionist detailing hints at opulence. A high-end bath features cultured marble countertops and an extra-large shower and deep jacuzzi tub. Clean yet glamorous at once. His and her walk-in closets top amenity here in a place that feels like luxury, just to stand within. The kitchen again hints of Corinthian architecture, with a circular, rotunda-style eat-in area with 18-foot-high ceilings that culminate to a star-like point. White washed molding ensconces crisp-feel cabinetry, keeping things light and chic. Corian countertops give the bright and airy room a strong and timeless feel. Windows surround the room, providing the most delightful views no matter the time of day. A pantry unites with a wellthought-out laundry room, adding an obvious element of function to beauty. Brushed gold detailing and copper inlays are a theme throughout the well laidout expanse of rooms. A lovely hallway gives highlight to shining hardwood. It is here that a second first floor bedroom, elegant full bath and mudroom situate, with dĂŠcor and constructions just beyond reproach. Clean, bright and with cultured embellishing to highlight a continuous upscale nuance, it all sings of elite style. The great room is another jaw-dropping feature that will stun visitors. . A 20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s era game room feel pervades the scene, with room for a pool table which is central to the wonderful backdrop made for fun and perhaps a bit of harmless carousing. With the same stunning views and transom-topped full wall windows, oak woodwork and wainscoting up the feel to a next level of chic. In a room that hates clutter, each inlaid shelf houses anonymously a place for tvâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s,

Realtors Adam Blankfort (left) and Sandy Glazman. a wine rack, glassware, a subzero freezer and even fireplace tools! The wet bar and connecting window seat (of course there is a finely pillowed window seat) have cool club room feel and again, gold and copper accents line a storage cube for kindling wood aside a gorgeous and grand fireplace commanding the common space lounge. Leather furniture and gentlemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accents make this room a stunner, and a place anyone would love to spend a night of fun with friends. Although the house is complete at floor one, a loft resides above the rotunda kitchen which will simply stun. Another bonus room is nothing short of a sweet hangout, with great character and architectures and wide-open space for rec. A room set aside for perhaps less senior inhabitants to chill with friends, it features a sleek bathroom with pure white accenting and two sinks, for his and her. Beyond a doorway, lies creative unfinished space with subflooring that could certainly be finished for an interesting additional lair; however, expanse is so generous in this almost 4,000 square feet of living space, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to imagine anyone would need an additional room. Yet, the indulgence is available should the next owner so desire to advantage. Until then, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great storage to add to that available in the full unfinished concrete-floor basement, accessed from the kitchen. What is so amazing about this home, aside from its luxury appearance is that inhabitants truly have a turn-key life here. The Association provides recreation with its maintained pool and gym and landscapers take care of mulching, snow removal, outdoor beautifications, mowing, and every other need one might have in yard maintenance. The cost is only $311 a month. The price of the home - $750,000. It is a black-tie life. And every day here, is top shelf. Call Sandy Glazman or Adam Blankfort of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh to schedule a visit. 845-987-2000.

The community pool at the Woodlands.

Nyack Rotary honors members for sterling service to the community

The Nyack Rotary Club recently held its annual dinner for the installation of new officers and directors at the Nyack Center. Josephine “Jo” Lore received special recognition for her exemplary leadership and service as President for the 2016-17 year. She acknowledged the important contributions of each member in serving the community. She said: “ Our theme was to Do Good and Have Fun, and we accomplished many good things thanks to everyone’s dedicated service in our club.” The Nyack Rotary Projects in 2016-17 included: Hosting the Holiday Luncheon for the Nyack Seniors, Junior Achievement Program at Nyack Middle School, Reading to children and donating books at the Nyack Public Schools and Head Start, Providing Holiday Baskets for Families, Delivering Meals on Wheels weekly, Giants Ticket Raffle to Support Education Projects and Scholarships for Nyack HS Seniors, Support to the new Nyack Skateboard Park, and Support to the Nyack Center, Nyack Library, People to People, The Historical Society, and YMCA Youth Programs, and Support for Rotary International Foundation. The officers elected for 2017-18 include; Russell Grant, President, Jane Marino, President Elect, James Montesano, Vice President, Donna Ramundo, Secretary, Julie Wendholt, Treasurer, and Senior Director, Jo Lore. The Directors elected for 2017-18 in-

Winners of Rotary Putting Contest held at the Nyack Center left to right: Howard Hellman,”Golf Pro” with Champion Putters John O’Brien and Fran Sennas.

New President Russell Grant presented Past President’s Gavel to Jo Lore for her service in 2016-17.

David Scharf receives Paul Harris Fellow Award from Jo Lore, Dean Dykeman and Julie Prevost clude; Kim Cross, Renae Leeming, Michael Leidner, and Vilma Vaccaro. The Paul Harris Fellow Award was presented to David Scharf for his dedicated service and generous support to The Rotary International Foundation. Ed Grant. Past President of the Pearl River Rotary Club presented a new Pres-

ident’s pin to his son Russell Grant who will carry on the family tradition of leadership in the Nyack Rotary Club. Russell said he is looking forward to working together with everyone to increase membership and expand community service projects.

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Big day for Pearl River Rotary The Rotary Scholarship Foundation of Pearl River was chartered in 1989 with the aim to Making a Difference, offering scholarships to local college-bound students. With a contribution of $50,000 from the late Rotarian businessman Ed Bouton, the fund has grown with annual fund-raising events, prudent investments, and donations from Rotarians and non-Rotarians. Pearl River Rotary awards 20 scholarships at $3,000 each this year, 557 scholarships since inception, totaling $870,000. The Rotary Club of Pearl River was chartered in 1935. “The magic of Rotary continues,” proclaims Doreen Buonadonna, a horticulturist sworn in as the 82nd Pearl River Rotary Club President by PDG Carole Tjoa at a ceremony attended by more than 100 Rotarians, family and friends. Fully supportive of this year’s Rotary International theme, Rotary: Making a Difference, she will lead the club of 70 members in many significant local and global community projects, including providing clean water for a village in El Salvador, and partnering with WHO and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to eradicate polio worldwide. President Doreen emphasizes the importance of teamwork as she welcomes the 2017-2018 Board of Directors and Officers:- Michael Seidenfrau, President-Elect, Douglas Ward, Secretary, Robert Magrino, Treasurer, Larry Vergine, Immediate Past President, Dorothy Filoramo, President Emeritus, and Directors Joseph Beckerle, Ann Taylor, Brian Quinn, Ray Pucci, Ryan O’Gorman. Recognized for outstanding community service and presented with highest-level Paul Harris Fellow award is Past President James Murphy. Rotary Club of Pearl River meets regularly on Thursday at 12:15 pm at Aqua Terra Grille, 420 N. Middletown Road, Pearl River. For information about membership, programs, and activities, visit www.rotaryclubofpearlriver.org

President Doreen Buonadonna (front) stands with 2017-2018 Officers and Board of Directors.

Pearl River Rotary Scholarship Winners 2017.

Rotary Scholarship Selection Committee L-R: James Trojan, Frank Ripa, Vincent Acocella. Photos: Hanns Kohl.

Rivertown celebrates at the Whiskey Kitchen in Valley Cottage A great time was had by all at Valley Cottage’s Whiskey Kitchen, which hosted the latest Rivertown Exchange. The food was excellent and it’s a fun place to hang out. Don’t miss next month’s Rivertown Exchange at La Terrazza, 291 South Main Street, New City. The date: Wednesday, August 9, from 5.30 to 7.30.

Above: Dan and Bonnie Radwin with friends Mary and Michael. Left: Kassie Bajada and Monica Amy. Right: Jim Bernard and Jim Wynimko of Bauer Crowley Insurance check out the excellent pizza at the Whiskey Kitchen.

Rivertown’s Phil Bunton chats with bartender Mac and server Tiffany. Both gave wonderful service. Right - Rivertown’s Candice Boyle with friend Maggie Wiener.

Above: Maggie Wiener, Kathy Toobin, Janie Rosman, Janet Goodman, Trish Levere and Rose Lazzara enjoyed the wonderful scene at the Whiskey Kitchen. Left: Burt and Barbara Steinberg with Taffy Walsh and Rick Sacher.

A cool breakfast of champions

A smoothie bowl is the perfect summer breakfast, cool, refreshing and beautifully nourishing. Make this your own, don’t be constrained by the fruit listed below, almost anything will do - mangoes, pineapples, any type of berry etc. Also the toppings can be your favorite things, try cocoa nibs, cherries or chopped up bananas. It’s really, really hard to go wrong with a smoothie bowl! The chicken is a winner. Use any herbs you love. It’s a little fiddly sometimes to rub the marinade between the skin and the meat but it’s well worth it as it really does result in a super succulent dish. Ask the butcher to remove the backbone for you if you like, or if you fancy having a go and aren’t quite sure how to do it, look it up on youtube, there are tons of great tutorials. It’s worth learning as I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t love this. The green soup is for using up all the wonderful greens growing in your kitchen garden. Zucchini’s are so ripe at this time of year, home grown kale can be abundant and maybe you even have some garlic growing as well. If you don’t have a kitchen garden visit the farmer’s market which is overflowing with bountiful green produce. Needless to say this is super duper good for you. Smoothie Bowl Ingredients: 1/2 cup frozen strawberries 1/2 cup frozen raspberries 1/2 frozen banana 1/2 avocado 4-6 tablespoons almond milk 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional) Toppings: Chia seeds Hemp seeds

Above: Green Soup. Below: Chicken with Lemon and Garden Herbs. Opposite: Smoothie Bowl.

Coconut flakes Berries Place all the ingredients except the toppings in a blender and blitz. Start off with very little almond milk, add a little more at a time for a perfect consistency. Scoop into a bowl and add toppings of

your choice. Chicken with Lemon and Garden Herbs 1 whole chicken (approximately 4lbs) backbone removed Juice and zest of a lemon 1 cup fresh herbs finely chopped (pars-

ley, thyme, rosemary) 1/4 cup olive oil Pinch of sea salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 lemons quartered Preheat the oven to 375F. Mix together the juice and zest of the lemon, herbs, olive oil, salt and pepper and place in a large zip lock bag, reserving 1-2 tablespoons. Dry the chicken and very gently lift the skin from the breast and spoon a little of the marinade between the skin and the flesh. Place the chicken in the bag with the marinade. Allow to marinate for at least an hour or up to 24 hours. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place in a roasting pan, add the 2 other quartered lemons and place in the oven for approximately 50 - 60 minutes.

Baste occasionally and roast until the skin is golden and the chicken juices run clear. Remove from oven, squeeze the juice from the roasted lemons over the chicken, then allow to rest covered with aluminum foil for 10 minutes, carve and serve. Green Soup 2-3 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped Pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Pinch of red pepper flakes 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 zucchini, chopped 3 cups vegetable or bone broth 2 cups baby kale 2 cups frozen peas

Good healthy squeeze of lemon juice In a large saucepan heat the olive oil, add the onion and garlic and sautĂŠ for approximately 3-4 minutes. Add the salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, zucchini and stir well to combine. Add the veggie or bone broth, bring to a simmer then add the kale. Simmer for about 5-6 minutes until the veggies are tender then add the frozen peas. Turn off the heat and allow the peas to cook in the heat of the soup and add a nice squeeze of lemon juice - about half a lemon. Blend the soup either with a stick blender or an upright blender. Serve as is or with a dollop of plain yogurt swirled in.

The most profound article I’ve ever written I’ve been writing since 2001. I had an idea- to start a newsletter for our clients in 2001…and have been writing ever since. Newsletters, articles, blogs, even a book, “Tales from the Chestnut Tree.” If you’ve ever tried to write an article, say a page long, you’ll know or find out how hard it is. Part inspiration, part perspiration, the inspiration part comes when, well, whenever it comes. It not like I can just “spit out an article” when asked- there must be a reason or something to get my mind into the place it needs to be to bring out the story in me. I’m amazed when I hear songwriters say they can write a song that makes a zillion dollar in an hour or minutes…the words come faster than they can write. Unless you’ve ever written something, it’s hard to fathom how the inspiration comes. Hence this column, that I’ve been writing for you since 2006- I write when the inspiration comes, from whenever and wherever it comes from. When my Grandson Derek was born, a Valentine’s Day with my beloved Elizabeth, a tragic news story on the 6:00 news… it comes when it comes. I enjoy watching the Sunday morning

news shows with Elizabeth and my dog, Murphy. We find it to be high quality family time. We watch, discuss what we hear (Murphy is very vocal), debate the ways of the world, and learn and marvel, or cringe, at the many things we see. We talk about how it affects us personally, and the effect it has on the entire population of the world. It’s a time that I feel very close to these two beings I love, and they listen and respond in their own way with their own opinions. Funny, I really think Murphy knows what I’m saying, his facial expressions passing along to me his opinions and thoughts in only a way that he can…and I understand him. Communication is the most important part of love and without communication and respect, I think any relationship is doomed for failure. So, the three of us coexist together, listening to each other with communication and respect. Even Murphy

has the right to be heard when he has something to say… This past Sunday on CBS This Morning with Jane Pauley, she interviewed singer/ songwriter Jon Mellencamp. Now 65, he’s been a part of our music life for most of our lives, changing his name as it fit him as he evolved into the man he is today. Living in his hometown in Illinois on his 86-acre farm, it’s the one place he called “the best place on earth to be for me.” He smokes like a chimney and doesn’t drink or do drugs he says, and this lifestyle- his lifestyle- has toned his voice to where it is today. While I found the interview very interesting, he said the following which left me short of breath… “I’m 65 years old. How many more summers do I have left?” I looked out the window, over at Elizabeth, down at Murphy, and realized I had just heard the most sane, logical, reasonable, and truly most real, soul piercing statement I’ve heard in…well…longer than I can remember. It cut right through me, and immediately made me think about there being a Summer without me. No flowers for me, no golf, no sunshine, beach, lazy day, and most importantly, no more Elizabeth and Murphy and the family and friends I love. I can’t bear the thought of there being no new Summer to frolic, to live, to write, to love, to experience. I left the breakfast table to write this article, to capture how I was feeling at that precise moment. Happy, sad, lost, scared… more words and feelings that I could put into this small page of life. I write to you month after month, year after year. I implore you to get your estate planning in place-now- to save, invest, vacation, retire…lord, I can’t think of all the things I’ve tried to help you with. So here it is…if you haven’t seen a professional to help you get your finances in order, I’m not going to hold back. You don’t know if there’s going to be another summer in your life. Don’t wait. Now is the time to work on your finances…you may not make it out of the next snowstorm. Can I be any more clear? 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, helping people with financial planning since 1984. Feel free to call Neal at 845.369.0016 or email him with your questions at neald@chestnutinvestment.com. Visit his website at www.chestnutinvestment. com

At times we look for an alternative to domestic Pinot Noir. Since we drink and sell many Italian wines it is no surprise that Pinot Nero would be in our glass. Italy doesn’t usually come to mind when thinking about Pinot Noir but that is exactly what Italians call Pinot Nero. This varietal is grown in the Alto Adige-Trentino area of Italy which shares a border with Austria. So you might also consider drinking a Blauburgunder! These wines are not as well known to the American market as Sangiovese or Nebbiolo based wines but their quality and affordability is definitely appealing. Trentino-Alto Adige was part of the Austro-Hungarian Tyrol but in 1918 it was turned over to Italy and thus renamed Alto-Adige. Both German and Italian are spoken here and therefore you will find both languages on wine labels Just like Pinot Noir, Pinot Nero is a finicky grape. It likes a cool, moderate climate and it finds it here with the Dolomites not far from the vineyards. There are cool breezes coming from the Alps and the Ora brings a warming breeze from Lake Garda. This area has a long growing season so there is extra hang time on the vines. The grapes are grown at high altitudes. Pergola Trentina is used a lot here. This is where vines are trained on a high canopy or pergola which you can actually walk under. This serves to shield the grapes with leaves allowing the fruit to ripen more slowly. This varietal was introduced in the 1860’s and its origin is Burgundian. The Alto-Adige has the classic Pinot Noir/ Pinot Nero climate: cool and the soil limestone. Many people look to this area for white wines such as Friulano (formerly known as Tocai Friulano) but there are many more red wines produced here. Pinot Nero is a great expressive varietal. There are many co-operatives in this area and they produce excellent quality wine. The Alto-Adige is home to more DOCs than any other area of Italy. There are other red varietals from this area and we have sold two of the lesser known; Teroldego and Lagrein. We have long been fans of Elisabetta Foradori who makes a mean Teroldego. She is considered one of Italy’s top winemakers and a leading producer of Teroldego. The plains of northern Trentino are where this varietal grows best especially Campo Rotaliano. This varietal is the total opposite of Pinot Nero as it is rich and robust. Foradori also makes fabulous whites and has been at the forefront of resurrecting the ancient method of aging wine in clay amphora. Lagrein is dense and dark, more like a Cabernet Franc. It too is grown in the Campo Rotaliano area. Neither would be a substitute for Pinot Noir! This area has the Strada Del Vino or Wein-strausse depending on which language you prefer. There are many wineries to visit and hotels and agriturismos to rest and relax at after a tough day of wine touring! The Alto Adige–Trentino wine region is stunningly beautiful and totally unique. • Nyack Wine Cellar, 43 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845 353 3146. Please visit our website at nyackwinecellar.com

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Why we need to heed the weed, seed & feed Because it’s summer, and the time is right for dancing in the streets, eating pizza and ice cream and cake and ice cream and pastry and ice cream, those of us who are either going, yay, on vacation, or have just come back, boo hoo, need to atone for all that ice cream which we find really really hard to give up. What to do? The gist if you’re in a hurry so you can go back to your phone Phonecia... (The rest of us will learn something). DIGEST: with good enzymes. WEED out the digestive mess in the gut, but don’t do this yourself. SEED with healthy bacteria based on knowledge and not what’s on sale. FEED with items that encourage growth of healthy bacteria. Bacteria love to be encouraged. So why the NEED, and what do you need to weed seed and feed? You may remember that 80% ish of the immune system is in the gut Gert. So why wouldn’t you want to keep it well maintained like your garden? And if your garden isn’t weeded or fertilized, your good plants don’t have a chance to grow properly, may die out, and now you have more work to do to get it back. I’m schvitzin’ already! I n my home I can see the deer standing at the edge of the forest just waiting for me to not come out to spray my hostas and they’re on them, despite the netting, which they just ate around, faster than you can say Goodbye Hostas! Your candida does the same thing, but you can’t see them lurking, just waiting to pounce on your digestive system. They’re normally taken care of by the good bacteria, but too much sugar, starch, bread, (who starches their bread?) and stress, can lower the bacteria’s ability to kill the candida. Candida can, yes it can-can cause leaky gut, springing leaks that allow food to get into the bloodstream, which can cause your immune system to make immune complexes that end up exacerbating, if not the cause of, conditions like autoimmunity, which is a catch-all for not fun conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus, etc. We have billions and billions of bacteria in the gut, but, when we take probiotics for our health, like acidphilus and bifidobacterium Bif, we are just planting seeds, not plants, so to speak. If we do that without weeding, or do it without the equivalent of providing water and sun in our seed analogy, then the seeds have a hard time growing and pushing out the weeds. We all don’t do

this, and some of us are lucky if we can get away with not doing it, but there are people whose bloating, diarrhea, stinky poops, indigestion, and burning that may be relieved by tending to the garden that is the gut. Where do we start? With improving digestion, according to Co-founder of MediHerb, whose products are above average in my opinion, and whose company works closely with another company I use every day, Kerry Bone. As a Chiropractor I love his last name. Undigested gunk can gunk up the works, so nothing works. That looks like constipation, lack of absorption, and indigestion. The right acidity and enzyme levels make for a happy digestive system. We take a multi-enzyme product from this company every day with our food, and make sure that we get yet another enzyme in addition to that one, to break down fatty foods like avocados or my high Omega’s fish oil (Dr. Jo’s O’s) or our fatty vitamins like FACED, an acronym for vitamins that are fat soluble, or broken down best in a fatty meal. I give patients who are dealing with their gall bladder not breaking down fats, this particular enzyme, but sometimes the liver needs support as well because that is where the bile, which is supposed to break down fat, is made and then stored in the gall bladder. To recap, enzymes to break down food, or making sure acid balance is correct is first. Many, people especially, make less enzymes with age, so that explains a lot of eating problems. Next we weed. Weeding takes the form of killing candida, not to be done yourself unless you like feeling lousy and have no one to blame it on but you. Killing candida can and will cause a reaction that isn’t pretty. People on antibiotics can pick up a crappy and I mean crappy condition called c. difficile, which is “diffiicult” to eradicate. It’s because the antibiotics have killed

much of the good bacteria, so the bad guy bacteria take over. I have recommended to my patients who have dealt with that condition, a specific probiotic from a specific company with success, but I digress from this mess Tess. So a good enzyme is important. WEED: We do this for 2 days, and it helps to support digestion with herbs, other products that help to lower levels of candida, parasites (OMG!) and is natural. Garlic is one herb used for that, but there are 3 more in a program designed to accomplish the weed, without the need for weed pothead. SEED, we do for 5 consecutive days by using something that combines research based probiotics with prebiotics. Prebiotics help to provide a milleau for the good bacteria, giving them a better chance of surviving. There are 2 other support products we can use for this, which aids in cleansing and is great for sensitive guts. FEED we do for 5 consecutive days along with seeding. This is inulin which supports healthy ph in the lower digestive tract and the growth of the intestinal lining, and fiber. MediHerb has an additional support product to help “provide strong antioxidant activity”. The goal is to help heal and support the digestive system within about 6 weeks on this protocol. We’ve used this company before to do a cleansing, and were very happy with the results, and we already use some of the products mentioned. After 22 years of dealing with them, I continue to use their products, as well as other companies that deal only with health care practitioners licensed to diagnose. Getting the right food or supplement, for the right reason, at the right dose, for the right person, only makes sense. And then we can make our own healthy ice cream! Disclaimer: where I exclaim in tiny writing: The products and claims made about specific products in this article have not been evaluated by any regulatory health authority and are not approved to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. The information provided in this article and all articles by Joanne Gjelsten, Doctor of Chiropractor, is for informational purposes only. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any or stopping any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. 845 358 2687. Offices in Nyack and Chestnut Ridge. By Appt. www.godrjo.com

Finkelstein Library

Knitting & Crocheting Circle continues in August at the Finkelstein Library. 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, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 1:00 PM-3:00 PM. Zumba Classes at the Finkelstein Library on Mondays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 7:00 PM-8:00 PM. Registration is required. Please wear sneakers and bring a bottle of water & a towel. Check with your health care professional before any exercise regimen. Participants should be capable of moderate aerobic exercise. Wednesday Movie Matinees – free admission at the Finkelstein Library. August 2 at 1:00 PM – Collateral Beauty (2016). August 16 at 1:00 PM – Star Trek Beyond (2016). August 30 at 1:00 PM – Girl Most Likely (2012) The Heroin & Opioid Crisis in Rockland County at the Finkelstein Library on Thursday, August 3, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM. Registration is required. Open forum and discussion. Featured Guests: Dr. Chinazo Cunningham, MD, MS, addiction treatment provider and professor of medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. India Perez-Urbano, Harvard graduate & founder of Rockland Connects. Hosted by Rockland Connects: RocklandConnects.org/ opioidseries. Music on a Sunday Afternoon – Solo Cello Recital - free admission at the Finkelstein Library on Sunday, August 6 from 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM. E. Zoe Hassman gives a fun and interactive solo cello recital. She has performed with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, New York City Opera, New Jersey Symphony, the Garden State Philharmonic and the American Ballet Theater Orchestra. Doors to the Fielding Room (3rd floor) open at 1:45 pm. Mariola Strahlberg’s Art Exhibit & Talk on Polish-Jewish Holocaust Hero Dr. Janusz Korczak - free admission at the Finkelstein Library on Sunday, August 6 from 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM. Mariola Strahlberg will give a talk on the special art exhibit about the life and work of the Polish-Jewish Holocaust hero Dr. Janusz Korczak and his orphan children; Music on a Sunday Evening – The Florian Schantz Jazz Combo - free admission at the Finkelstein Library on Sunday, August 20 from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM. The Florian Schantz Jazz Combo band will feature the music that put the roar in the roaring ‘20s. Bring the children and expose them to something “new!” The show is suitable for all ages. The band is led by award-winning Florian Schantz, a fiery 14-yearold trumpet player with almost 300 public performances across the states of New York and

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New Jersey, as well as in Germany. Location: Outdoors on Library Grounds (Seating Will Be Provided, you may bring a lawn chair). In case of inclement weather concert will be indoors in the Fielding Room (3rd Floor)

New City Library

OUTDOOR CONCERT: DR. DUBIOUS & THE AGNOSTICS - Saturday, Aug. 5, 2 PM. This seven piece Dixieland jazz band’s music swings with the sound of horns and a driving rhythm section. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will move inside. BUTTERFLIES IN MY BACKYARD - Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2 PM. Learn about how butterflies are faring in the face of climate change and invasive plant species with lepidopterist Victor DeMasi. A display of specimens of museum quality will be on display. NEW YORKERS & THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT - Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2 PM. Find out how New Yorkers – black and white alike – participated in and shaped the struggle for civil rights. OPEN MIC - Wednesday, Aug 23, 7 PM. Share your talent with the community! Sing, read poetry, perform magic – the choice is yours. Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be served. Sign up for your five minutes in the spotlight by calling 634-4997, ext. 139, starting August 2. SHARE, LISTEN, LEARN: WORKING IN ROCKLAND - Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2 PM. Listen to stories from your neighbors – farmers, teachers, judges, and people from many interesting occupations and careers – about working right here in Rockland County.

Nyack Library

Adult Programs (Please register for ALL Adult programs at ext. 214) Chef Alex Moghab: Fermenting/Pickling Vegetables - Wednesday, August 02, 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm. Join Chef Alex as he shares what fermentation and pickling are all about. He will share recipes and samples of Sauerkraut, Kimchi and assorted pickled vegetables for you to taste. Chef will also share a recipe for a pickling liquid - what you can use it for and with, and how to be creative with it. Quart size containers filled with pickled and fermented specialties will be available for purchase. $5. material fee payable at the door. Please Register / Space is limited. Ahead of Their Time, Ahead of Their Audiences - Broadway Moderns. Sunday, August

06, 2:00 pm - 4:00pm. How avant garde iconoclastic composers and lyricists challenged accepted norms of musical theater and the price they paid at the box office for innovation. We will watch, listen to and study groundbreaking works of Bertolt Brecht, Kurt Weil, Marc Blitzstein, Leonard Bernstein, Rogers and Hart, Rogers and Hammerstein and Stephen Sondheim. Please register Seed Exchange Meetup / Pot Luck Supper Thursday, August 10, 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm. Share a favorite dish and enjoy the company of fellow gardeners. Open to anyone with an interest in eating/cooking/gardening. We will supply plates, napkins, utensils, cups and drinks. Please register in advance. Amy Kanarek Jewelry Workshop - Sunday, August 13, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Join jewelry designer Amy Kanarek for this hands-on beadweaving workshop. You will create a beautiful ring or bracelet in the color of your choice as you learn the basics of ‘peyote stitch’, a favorite stitch in the beadweaver’s repertoire! If you already know this basic stitch, Amy will show you how to take it to the next level with multiple rows and/or her special approach to ‘odd-count’ peyote stitch. There will be something for everyone! Come and create with us! Register/Space limited to 14. $5. materials fee payable at door Italian Summer Classics - Cooking. Wednesday, August 16, 6:00 pm - 7:45 pm. Pesto, Panzanella and Insalata Caprese - These dishes are not to be missed when the tomatoes and basil are peaking, whether you grow them in your garden or search for the best examples at the farmer’s market. You should be able to smell them before you see them...divinely delicious and ideal for summer. Mary Scaglione shares her home cooking secrets with you. $5. materials fee payable at the door. Limited to 12, must register. Children’s Programs (Please register for ALL Children’s programs at ext. 228) Build a Better World BINGO! - Monday, August 07, 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm. For children entering Grades K-5 in September who are enrolled in our Children’s Summer Reading Program. Join us for several rounds of everyone’s favorite game... BINGO! Light snacks and prizes! Children’s Build a Better World Summer Reading Program Closing Ceremony. Friday, August 18, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. For those children who have completed their Children’s Summer Reading Logs and who register. We will celebrate all that we accomplished this summer!

Get your Reading Certificate, eat a sweet treat and learn who will win our Grand Prize- A children’s Kindle Fire! Other prizes will also be raffled off to those who are present. Teen’s Programs (Please Register for ALL Teen’s programs at ext. 236) Teen Yoga - Wednesday, August 2, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Teen Advisory Council - Thursday, August 03, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. SAT/ACT Algebra Workshop with Trevor Hochman. Tuesday, August 08, 6:15 pm - 7:45 pm. Karaoke and Ice Cream: Teen SRP Closing Ceremony. Friday, August 17, 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Our end of Teen Summer Reading Party! We will raffle off the Kindle Fire Grand Prize. We’ll give out the $50 Amazon giftcard to whoever read the most pages. Sing Karaoke with us and eat ice cream. You must be registered for the Summer Reading program and have at least 25 points to attend. Exhibits: Camp Venture - Staircase & Blue Galleries and Klay Gallery Exhibit Case. Coming in September - Man in Red Bandana Film Discussion. Special panel discussion with Alison Crowther and Matthew Weiss. Alison lost her son Welles Crowther, an Upper Nyack resident, in the 9/11 tragedy and only learned about her son’s heroics 8 months later due to an ordinary object ... a red bandanna. Alison will be joined by Matthew Weiss, the writer and director of “Man In Red Bandana”, a new documentary film about Welles that is premiering at the Lafayette Theater on September 6th, 7:30 pm. Come hear from Alison about her son’s heroics and legacy, and from Matthew about the backstory of this amazing tribute to a hometown hero. Ticket sales are now open for the premiere of the film at the Lafayette Theater in Suffern.. Members of the Nyack Library can obtain a discount by using the code Library. To purchase tickets for the Lafayette screening, follow this link:http://maninredbandana.bpt. me

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August 11 - September 3 - Syncopation, by Allan Knee. This romantic comedy by the author of “The Man Who Was Peter Pan,” which was the basis for the film and Broadway musical “Finding Neverland,” is set in New York in 1911, when the Lower East Side teemed with poverty and possibility. An unlikely couple -- a 38-year-old Jewish butcher and a young Italian garment worker -- take dance lessons in a sixth-floor walkup and dream of a better life. Monday, August 14 @ 7 p.m. – Play With Your Food Reading #4. Join us for a new play with a bite.

The reading of a new play is preceded by a tasting from a local restaurant and followed by a lively discussion among the author, actors and audience. Saturday, September 23 @ 8 p.m. – Shistory Happens!, written and performed by Robert Wuhl. Award-winning actor/comedian Robert Wuhl (“Arli$$,” “Batman”) is back with a hysterical -- and historical -- follow-up to his HBO Comedy Specials “Assume Position 101” and “201.” We all know when sh*t happens, but it takes the keen eye of Mr. Wuhl in this pop culture/history comedy show to point out when shistory happens! At SUNY Rockland Community College, Suffern, New York October 13 - November 5 – Fall River, by Frederick Stroppel. Lizzie Borden took an ax and gave her mother 40 whacks. And when she saw what she had done, she gave her father 41! Or did she? In this entertaining new work from the author of “Small World,” Lizzie herself steps forward to tell the story of her life, before and after the famous murders known as “The Crime of the Century.” World premiere.

Piermont Library

August Exhibition: Jane Cowles: Beauty is in the Details. Artists’ Reception: Sunday, August 6th, 2:00 - 4:00 PM. For the month of August, the Library presents Beauty is in the Details, mixed media works by Jane Cowles. An Artist’s Reception will be held on Sunday, August 6th, from 2:00 - 4:00 PM. As Cowles remarks, “Every piece in this exhibit has beauty hidden in details. Whether it is a particular hue on the underside of a leaf, the inside of a flower or a shadow.”

Rose Memorial Library

On display in the Irving G. Kennedy room: August-September - 3D Jigsaw Puzzles by Bill McCoy. Do you have art, artifacts, or a special collection that you would like to display at the library? Please contact: jmahoney@rcls.org Adult Programs To register for adult programs, visit us online or call 845-786-2100 ext 13 Chair Yoga – Every Thursday in August at 10:30 am. Join yoga instructor Rochelle Spooner, “Swami Mommy,” for this gentle and relaxing yoga. Exercise and have a good time while you’re at it! Held at the RHO Building (5 Clubhouse Ln, Stony Point) Trash to Garden Treasure – Thursday, August 3rd at 6:30 pm. This presentation by the Cornell Cooperative Extension will emphasize using recyclable materials in the garden. Rather than sending plastic water bottles, metal cans, empty wine bottles, tires, and even construction items such as gutters and step ladders to the landfill, these discards can become creative and playful containers for indoor and outdoor plantings.

The History of Constitution Island – Friday, August 18th at 6:00 pm. Rugged in beauty and rich in history, Constitution Island lies in the Hudson River just northeast of West Point. As the location of the first fortifications of the Revolutionary War, it was the anchor site of the Great Chain. During the 19th Century, it was the home of two extraordinary writers, Susan and Anna Warner. This historic island will be the topic of Ronnie Coffey’s illustrated talk. Ronnie, a local historian and educator, is the author of four books on the Hudson Valley: Highlands, Bear Mountain, Harriman State Park, and Constitution Island. Following her talk there will be a book signing. Mini Canvas Painting – Tuesday, August 29th at 6:30 pm. Instructor Larissa McLoughlin will lead students in the painting of a 3” x 3” canvas. Registration required. Children’s Programs To register for children’s programs, visit us online or call 845-786-2100 ext 12 Goosebumps: Movie, Game, and Craft – Friday, August 18th at 3:30 pm. Viewers Beware! You’re in for a scare... For ages 7 & up, with an adult. Family Film Friday: Where the Wild Things Are – Friday, August 25th at 3:30 pm. Cool off this summer with an afternoon matinee! Stop by the library and watch “Where the Wild Things Are.” Rated PG, 101 minutes. Eat Smart NY: Back to School Healthy Snacks for Kids – Monday, August 28th at 11:00 am. Eat Smart NY Nutrition Educator Sonia McGowan will demonstrate how to prepare quick & healthy back-to-school snacks, followed by a fun, physical activity for kids. Food sampling and recipes will be provided. For ages 5 & up with a caregiver. Teen Programs To register for teen programs, visit us online or call 845-786-2100 ext 12 SAT Practice Test – Saturday, August 5th at 10:00 am. For those wanting to prepare for the SATs, this practice exam will allow students to get a preview of what the test is like, or to see areas that could be improved before taking the official exam. Practice exams are provided by The Princeton Review and exam sheets will be sent back upon completion. It usually takes about 4 weeks for exams to be scored, and students will have access to their score report online. Registration required. Rubik’s Cube Club – Monday, August 7th & August 21st at 4:00 pm. Can you solve Rubik’s Cube? Practice, share solutions, and hone your skills with people who share your interest in this timeless puzzle! For ages 12 and up. Registration required.

Red Cross Babysitting Course – Monday, August 21st & Tuesday August 22nd at 5:30 pm The two-session course, conducted by instructors from the Child Care Resources Center of Rockland Inc., will prepare students to be better babysitters. Topics include: how to provide care for infants and children; how to stay safe; what to do in an emergency; how to choose age-appropriate activities; and how to recognize and handle a variety of behaviors. Students will also learn the basics of starting a babysitting business. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a printable certificate. The cost for the class and materials is $25, and participants must attend both three hour sessions to receive certification. For ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Tappan Free Library

WEDNESDAY, August 2 - Movie: Moonlight (PG-13) – Wednesday, August 2 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. A chronicle of the childhood, adolescence and burgeoning adulthood of a young African-American gay man growing up in a rough neighborhood of Miami. 111 min. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. TUESDAY, AUGUST 8 - 50 Best Paintings in New York City – Tuesday, August 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. This lecture takes you on a visual journey, and lets you see the paintings most experts consider to be among the finest works of art ever created. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 - Movie: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (PG-13) – Saturday, August 12 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. The adventures of Newt Scamander in New York’s secret community of witches and wizards 70 years before Harry Potter reads his book in school. 133 min. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. TUESDAY, AUGUST 15 - Alice in the Upperland – Tuesday, August 15 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. “Each of us has a Legend in which we are the Hero with a victorious destiny.” Learn about a modern legend of Alice, attendees will be asked to share their experience of their hero – or inspired to a discover one. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16 - Internet Self-Defense: Basics – Wednesday, August 16 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn how to secure your information while online. We will discuss creating strong passwords, spotting and avoiding scams, and more. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 29 - Cookbook Club Discussion: Raw Food Energy: 124 Raw Food Recipes – Tuesday, August 29 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. It’s too hot to cook in August, so when better to try raw foods? Join the Cookbook Club to discuss Raw Food Energy: 124 Raw Food Recipes. Participants make a recipe from the book to share, and we’ll eat and discuss the cookbook. Register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30 - Internet Self-Defense: Basics – Wednesday, August 30 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. The Internet is a great place for shopping without putting up with parking or crowds. We’ll give you tips and tricks to make those trips easier and safer. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

Valley Cottage Library

IN OUR GALLERY August 2-29

Nyack Art Collective - Art Reception: Saturday, Aug. 5 from 1-3pm. Finding Peace through Meditation on Thursdays in August, 10:3011:30am. Experience meditation with music and simple tools you can use in your daily life. All levels welcome. Carole Brill, instructor, has been meditating for over 30 years. This is an ongoing program. Nyack School District residents: $5. Out-of-District: $10. OPEN MAH JONGG SESSIONS on Mondays 2-4:30pm. Mah-jongg lovers, come join your fellow mahjong enthusiasts for a fun afternoon of mah-jongg play. No registration is required, just bring your own game equipment. No instruction is provided. Open to beginners and experts. All are welcome to attend. WEDNESDAY MATINEE MOVIES at 2pm: Aug. 2 - Lion; Aug. 9 - Manchester by the Sea ; Aug. 16 - Hidden Figures; Aug. 23 - Eagle Huntress FF. Aug. 30 - Fences. TECHNOLOGY TRAINING - Want to learn how to use your computer or digital device? Our librarians can help you learn a variety of technological skills including beginner computer orientation, e-readers and e-books, email, Facebook, Goodreads, digital magazines and more. Call us to set up a one-on-one appointment. VALLEY COTTAGE WRITES ON Thursday, Aug. 3 at 7pm - Join our librarian, Sean, for a monthly writing workshop. Participants share their work via email a week before each meeting, and then receive feedback at the monthly sessions. For more information, email Sean at santonucci@rcls.org. GENTLE YOGA on Tuesday, Aug. 1 at 10:30am Class for all levels focusing on alignment and breath, moving at a gentle pace. If you are new

to yoga, have been practicing for years or anywhere in between then this class is for you. Gentle yoga is a bridge between moving in flow and staying stationary. It is a midway, where there is equilibrium and bliss in every pose. Mary Callan is our instructor. Please register. BOOK DISCUSSIONS Daytime Librarian-Led Discussion on Tuesday, Aug. 8 at 2pm - Lily and the Octopus by Steven Rowley The Book and Pub Club: Summer School! on Tuesday, July 18 at 7pm – (For 21 to 30-somethings) . The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain. Meet at Prohibition River 82 Main St. Scholar-Led Evening Discussion: Reading Shakespeare - RICHARD III. READ THE PLAY SEE THE MOVIE. Movie: Thursday, Aug. 10 at 6:30pm. Discussion: Thursday, Aug. 17 at 7pm Scholar: Dr. David Turk. ADULT(ish) on Thursday, Aug. 10 at 7pm Adult(ish) is the new meetup group for 20- to 30- somethings. Lego: Build It! “If you build it...” build it with Legos! Join us for an evening of open playtime with everyone’s favorite construction material. Bring friends. Meet new ones. DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10:15am – 4:15pm. Take a oneday 6-hour course in August. It’s open to ALL NYS licensed drivers. Participants are eligible to receive a 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums and reduce up to 4 points. Preregistration is required. Please call 201522-5892 to register. A check for $23 made payable to Ian Prastien is required and should be brought to class. Book Talk Café on Aug 21 at 7pm Summer Reading Wrap-up – Meet us at the Brookside Tavern and Smokehouse on Route 303, VC, to share the great books we read over the summer. The Adult Summer Reading prize winners will be announced.

Other Events & Notices

The Rockland Lodge 2176 of the Sons of Italy will host the 8th Annual Blauvelt Sons of Italy Italian Feast and Carnival at Tappan Masonic Park Fair Grounds September 14th through the 17th. The event draws thousands of people from around the tri-state area during the spectacular four-day celebration of all things Italian and has been recognized as one of the biggest events in Rockland County. More information can be found at www.blauveltsonsofitaly.org . “Whether you want to learn to dance the tarantella, listen to Italian favorites sung

from the stage, enjoy sausage and peppers or just enjoy a day of rides and games with the kids, the Rockland Lodge 2176 Annual Italian Feast and Carnival is a sensory extravaganza unlike any other in the County,” stated Lodge President Michael Guzzino. Admission is $5.00 for adults and free for kids under 12. The Feast features an amazing array of Italian food, main dishes such as sausage and peppers, brick oven pizza made right on site, a huge variety of pasta dishes and seafood specialties, a section devoted entirely to barbecue favorites, as well as delicious Italian desserts and pastries including zeppoles, cannoli’s and sfogliatella, Italian ices and ice cream as well as typical carnival fare. The Italian Feast offers a separate area with rides and carnival games for all ages. From carousels, teacup and dinosaur rides for the little ones, to an enormous Ferris wheel, gravity defying Pirate Ship, and dizzying octopus whip and the challenge of a mechanical bull for teens and adults, there is a thrill ride for every member of the family. For adults over 21, the Italian Feast features a casino with tables for black jack and poker as well as wheels of chance. Located inside the pavilion, the casino comes alive each night. More than 50 vendors are on site each year at the Feast selling items such as jewelry, home goods, hand-made artwork, and clothing including Italian culture themed items such “gravy or sauce” T-shirts and sweatshirts, hats and more featuring the Italian flag and outline of Italy. Every year the Feast features hand-rolled cigars made right on site while you wait. LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT The four-day Festival is a showcase for area talent and the live entertainment. The schedule changes right up until the week of the Feast and updates can be found on the Sons of Italy website at www.blauveltsonsofitaly.org Currently the lineup includes: Lauren Mascitti Anna Veleva Louis Vanaria Christina Fontanelli The Mighty Spectrum Band Kick Start Charlie Cool Change (Doo Wop) Vanessa Racci Tony Darrow And Many Other Live Acts! BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP -

Are you suffering the loss of someone who was important in your life? If the answer is yes, and you would like comfort and support from others who share your grief, please contact me. I am forming a support group for people to share thoughts, experiences, coping mechanisms, etc. and help each other through this difficult life experience. Regardless of who that someone was in your life, you are welcome. This is an opportunity for anyone experiencing the pain and absence felt from the loss of someone who was significant to them. There is no cost, nor is there any commitment to attend a specified number of meetings. You are welcome to attend whenever you feel the need. The meetings will be in Rockland County for one hour, once a week. For further information, please call Susan (347) 573-2557. Bell-ans Center of Creative Arts and Volition Gallery present GUILTY PLEASURES 120 . CELEBRATING 120 YEARS OF CREATIVE INSPIRATION. Curated By Lynn Stein. Decadent? Definitely. Pleasurable? Indeed. Guilty? But of course. That’s the whole point. It’s crazy out there, but in here it’s quite different. You’re invited to indulge your senses and embrace the joy of escaping into our world where guilty pleasures are just another way of saying “ahhh...” It’s just what the doctor ordered. Aug 5 - Reception & Dance Party - 7:30pm 10:30pm karaoke • dancing • food • libations on view at Volition Gallery Saturdays & Sundays from Aug 5th - Sep 10th, 11am - 2pm. For tickets & info: bellans.com The Young Survival Coalition is a charity that helps young women fighting breast cancer. My friends and I are raising money for The Young Survival Coalition because this disease has, unfortunately, affected each of us in a different way. We had a great turnout last year and have high expectations for this year! On Friday October 6, 2017 we are organizing a fundraiser at Halligan’s in Stony Point. We are reaching out to you in the hopes that you would like to include a write up in Rivertown about our dedication to this cause. If you would like to speak to us, you can reach me via email or my cell 845-323-7081. Carla Curran & Fight Like a Girl MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION; Jewish culture programs are brought to adults receiving services trough the Mental Health Association of Rockland County by RJFS volunteers. These programs are provided on a regular basis. JEWISH CULTURE CLUB FOR DEVELOP-

MENTALLY DISABLED ADULTS/SLICK CLUB: This club affords this population the opportunity to socialize and share exciting and stimulating activities with one another. At this time, the group meets every other month and each meeting has a Jewish culture/tradition component to it. SEND A FRIEND: An RJFS volunteer becomes a friendly visitor for isolated/homebound individuals providing a monthly visit where they spend time together. MEMORY WALK: RJFS and the Outreach Committee participate in the annual Alzheimer’s Memory Walk in the hopes of raising awareness and funds for research and improved care for those afflicted by Alzheimer’s Disease. YEMINI PROJECT: The Outreach Committee has developed a plan to help Jewish families from Yemen who have settled in Monsey to acclimate to the day to day American way of life, and get volunteers to assist with shopping, transportation, clothing, etc. SECOND TIME AROUND BROCHURE: Informational brochure developed by Outreach Committee publicizing where you can donate your gently used clothing, furniture, bric-a-brac, etc. This will be updated periodically. ROCKLAND PSYCHIATRIC CENTER REHAB: Bringing a Jewish presence and Jewish traditions into the lives of patients of the Jewish faith. Enjoy a great day of golf, food and fun, and help local students. The 34th annual Rockland Community College Foundation Golf Outing Benefit is open to the public on Tuesday, August 8. Register by July 14 for early bird savings, and your donation is only $199/golfer. Tuesday, August 8 - Spook Rock Golf Course, Suffern NY. Registration and lunch 11:00 am – 12:30 pm. Shotgun start at 12:45 pm. Call the Foundation for reservations or information: 845-574-4576. Regular donation: $225/golfer. Reservation form available online: http://www.sunyrockland.edu/about/ resource-development/rcc-foundation/golf-outing. M&T Bank is once again the presenting sponsor for the outing. Other sponsorship opportunities are still available. The $10 donation for the famous “Dinner for Two” raffle is available and the lucky winner receives dinner for two at six area restaurants. The RCC Foundation offers over $300,000 in scholarships for RCC students each year. Join in supporting its mission while you take part in a full day of activities. After a hot lunch at the Spook Rock Chalet and 18 holes of golf, enjoy a steak and lobster tail dinner, with exciting raffles and many prizes awarded for play. New this year, enjoy a complimentary beverage cart as you play! This year’s co-chairs of the Foundation golf outing committee are Brian Cameron and Joseph Rand. Committee members are: Mark Acker, Eric Black, Steven Cavazuti, Dennis Dale, John A. DeCicco, Walter Fiedler, Ken Helman, Dan Keeley, Tom Morley, John Piccininni, Vinny Rutigliano, and James Tarpey.

Wining and Dining

8 North Broadway - 8 N. Broadway, Nyack. 845 353 1200. Alain’s Bistro - 9 Ingalls Street, Central Nyack. 845-5353315. www.alainsbistro.com. Agnello’s Coal Burning Brick Oven Pizzeria - 170 Main St., New City. 845 639 5373. Alfredo’s Restaurant - 189 S. Main Street, New City. 634-3300. AquaTerra Grille - 420 N. Middletown Road, Pearl River. 845-920-1340. Babe’s - 73 E. Railroad Avenue, West Haverstraw. 429-8647. Banchetto Feast - 75 W. Route 59, Nanuet. 845-624-3070. Bin 41 - 41 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. (845)735-4111. Bolzano Family Restaurant - 75 N. Route 9W, Congers. 845-268-9671. Bon Giovanni - 61 E. Main Street, Ramsey, NJ. 201-825-1111. Bourbon Street of Nyack – 132 Main Street, Nyack.. 727-4954. Broadway Bistro - 3 South Broadway, Nyack. 845-353-8361. Caesar’s Grill - 120 West Ramapo Road (Rte 202), Garnerville. 845-262-1022. Casa del Sol – 104 Main Street, Nyack. 353-9100. Clarksville Inn Restaurant & Pub - 1 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. (845) 3582801 Del’Arte Restaurant - 20 Mountainview Avenue, Orangeburg - 365-2727. Ella New York Pizza & Pasta - 137 South Main St., New City. 638-6184.. Freelance Cafe & Wine Bar - 506 Piermont Avenue, Piermont. 365-3250. Gilligan’s Clam Bar & Grill - 366 Route 202, Pomona. 845-354-2139. Grille Room at Patriot Hills - 19 Club House Lane, Stony Point. 429-6050. Hudson House - 134 Main Street, Nyack. 353-1355. American & Continental cuisine. Hudson Water Club, West Haverstraw Marina, 606 Beach Road, West Haverstraw. 271 4046.

Joe & Joe Restaurant - 65 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. (845) 620-1800. Kennelly’s Family Restaurant - 926 S. Rte 9W, Congers. 845-268-2587. Kobe Sushi - 195 S. Main Street, New City. 845-638-2202 La Fontana Family Italian Restaurant – 93-95 S. Broadway, Nyack. 358-3770. La Terrazza Restaurant - 291 S. Main St., New City. 845-638-0757. Lynch’s Restaurant - 79A Route 9W, Stony Point. 845-553-9300. Marcello’s Ristorante - 21 Lafayette Ave., Suffern. 357-9108. Mariella’s Pizzeria - 41 New Main St., Haverstraw. 845 429 5220. Matsuhana Japanese Restaurant - 328 Route 59, Central Nyack. 845 727 3939. Mt. Ivy Cafe - 14 Thiells Mount ivy Road, Pomona. 845-354-4746. Olde Village Inn - 97 Main Street, Nyack. 358-1160. Ole Ole Restaurant Bar & Grille, 100 Orane Ave., Suffern. 368-3058. Pasta Cucina of Stony Point - Rte 9W at Patriot Square, Stony Point. 786-6060. Pasta Cucina - 8 Airmont Road, Suffern. 369-1313. Pour House Bar & Grill - 102 Main Street, Nyack. (845) 727-7687. Portuguese Churrasqueira Restaurant 230 W. Rt. 59, Spring Valley - 845-352-7808. Posa Posa - Route 59, Rockland Plaza, Nanuet. 623-7050. Quinta Steakhouse - 24 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. 735.5565. Steakhouse in the classic tradition. Restaurant X & Bully Boy Bar - 117 South Route 303, Congers. 268-6555. Sheeran’s Restaurant & Pub - 337 North Liberty Drive, Tomkins Cove. 845 429 6190. Sonoma Grille - 100 Mt. Ivy Road, Thiells. 845-354-8900. Sparkill Steakhouse - 500 Route 340, Sparkill. 845-398-3300. Tarantella – 128 Main Street, Nyack. 3583583. Italian. The Reef Seafood Restaurant - 587 Piermont Avenue, Piermont. 845-359-7300. The Whiskey Kitchen - 60 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 845 535 3666.

Turiello’s Pizzeria – 76 Main Street., Nyack. 358-5440. Two Spear Street - 2 Spear Street, Nyack. 353-3200. Union Restaurant & Bar Latino - 24 New Main Street, Haverstraw. 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

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

Cafes/Delis/Bakeries

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

Music

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

Shopping & Business Guide Assisted/Senior Living

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

Attorneys

The Bachman Law Firm - 245 S. Main Street, Suite306, New City. 85-639-3210. Valerie J. Crown - 151 N. Main Street, New City. vcrownlaw@aol.com. 845-708-5900. DeMoya & Associates - 163 South Main Street, New City.845-639-4600. wwwdemoyalaw.com. Gary Lipton, Esq - 55 Old Turnpike Road, Suite 304, Nanuet. 845-624-0100.

Automobiles & Motorbikes

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

Antiques/Collectibles

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

Banks

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

Beauty

122 Park Salon - 122 Park Av, New City. 4992080 Bella Tu Med Spa - 172 Main Street, Nyack. 727-7000. European Wax Center - 5105 Fashion Drive, Nanuet. 845-623-6000.

Innovative Esthetics - 274 N. Middletown Rd, Pearl River. 845-735-2610. Lief Beauty Boutique - 85 S. Broadway, Suite 7, Nyack. 845-641-9540. Salon Allure - 368 New Hempstead Rd., New City. 845-708-5878.

Bed & Breakfast

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

Brides

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

Camps /Day Camps

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

Cards & Gifts

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

Carpet/Flooring

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

tonline.net The Reform Temple of Rockland - 330 Highland Avenue, Upper Nyack. 358-2248. Temple Beth Sholom, 228 New Hempstead Rd., New City, NY 10956, 845-638-0770. www. tbsrockland.org Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rockland County - 130 Concklin Road, Pomona. www.uurocklandny.com

Cleaning

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

Clothing

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

Computer

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

Conference Centers

Chimney Cleaners

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

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

Chiropractors.

Consignment Stores

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

Churches/Synagogues

First Reformed Church - 18 South Broadway, Nyack. 358-5518. St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, 895 Piermont Ave., Piermont. 359-0078 www. stjohnspiermont.org stjohnspiermont@op-

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

Construction

Alternative Building Concepts - 845-3655242. Comito Construction - 845-268-0847. Empire State Builders & Contractors, New City - 845-425-0003. Frank Fuchs Construction - 845-893-5448. Hendo Contracting - 19 Third St, New City. 845-638-0555 Interior Concepts - Sean Relihan, 845-7352245. Cell - 845-629-9729. Johnny FixIt - www.johnnyfixit.com. 845-2441776.

Plumb Level Square - 845 641 6031. Ravenwood Custom Carpentry - 845 371 8000. www.ravenwood.biz.

Valerior Contracting, 845-512-8198. Roofing, Siding, Windows. Nyack. WWW.VALERIOCONTRACTING.COM

Country Clubs

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

CPA

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

Education

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

Dance Studio

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

Dentists/Orthodontics.

A Centre for Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry - Alan I. Rosenfeld, DDS, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770. Advanced Dentistry of Rockland - 5 N. William St., Pearl River. 845-735-7770. 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 Ave-

nue, Suite 418, West Nyack. 845-358-3305. TLCSmile.com.

Doctors

Clarkstown Pediatrics - 35 Smith St., Nanuet. 845-623-1000. New City 845-352-5511. Stony Point 845-786-5776. Clarkstown Urology - 301 N. Main Street, Suite 2, New City. 638-0400. Crystal Run Healthcare - 275 N. Middletown Rd., Pearl River. 845-920-1757. West Nyack - 2 Centerock Road, West Nyack. P: 845-348-1100 Suffern - 200 Route 59, Suffern. 845.369.9300 Suffern - 156 Route 59, Suite B4, Suffern. 845.357.6464 Stony Point - 6 Liberty Square Mall, Stony Point.: 845.786.5544 Haverstraw - 48 New Main St., Haverstraw. Dr. Donald Edelschick - 6 Charles Street, New City. 845-354-0690. Dr. Janis Enzenbacher - 105 Shad Row, Suite B, Piermont. 845-680-8800. Dr. Attila Farkas - 300 N. Midddletown Rd., Suite 11, Pearl River. 845-735-4114. Dr. Charles Glassman - 7C Medical Park Drive, Pomona. (845) 362-1110. Gramercy Pain Management - 350 Haverstraw Rd, Suffern - 845-368-0800. Dr. Richard Handelsman - MDVIP Personalized Healthcare - 1-866-696-3847. Hudson Valley Audiology Center - 11 Medical Park Drive, Suite 205, Pomona. Hudson Vein and Vascular Center, 124 Rte 59, Suffern. 357 8118. Dr. Michael Innerfield - 2 Executive Blvd., Suffern. 845-368-0048. Dr. William Johnson - 221 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-623-0026. Dr. Michael Kalvert - Cosmetic Surgery - 365 S. Main Street, New City. 845-6f38-2101. Dr. Scott Sanders, Dermatology, 301 N. Main St., Suite 3, new City - 845-499-2017. Nanuet Non Surgical Weight Loss Center - 221 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-6230026. Nyack Pediatric Assocs - 311 N. Midland Avenue, Nyack. 358-5437. Palisades Laser Eye Center, 3 Medical Park Drive, Pomona. 364 9767. Pediatric Physical Therapy - 217 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-6010. Dr. Mike Pilar, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770. Cell: (914) 414-8355. Dr. Amy Piperato - 43 South Liberty Drive, Stony Point. 845-241-5701. Rockland Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc. - 2 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. (845) 727-1340. Rockland Pulmonary - 2 Crosfield Ave., Suite 318, West Nyack. 689-9141.

Skin Center Dermatology Group - 200 East Eckerson Road, New City. (845) 3520500. Stony Point Medical - 43 South Liberty Drive, Stony Point. 845-241-5700. Dr. Howard Werfel - 1-855-KILLFAT - www.855killfat.com.

Electrical Contracting

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

Eyecare

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

Fencing

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

Financial Advice

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

Fire Alarm Systems/Equipment

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

Flowers and Plants

Schweizer/Dykstra Beautiful Flowers - 165 North Middletown Road, Pearl River. 845-735-4079. Tappan Zee Florist – 176 Main Street, Nyack. 358- 2544. Van Houten Farms - 60 Sickletown Road,

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

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

Hair and Nails

Home Improvement

Pearl River.

Floral Design

Astilbe My Heart - 85 South Broadway, Suite #5, Nyack. 845-664-5888.

Funeral Homes

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

Graphic Design

Arlene Levine Design - 845-727-1175 www. arlenelevine.com.

Gutters

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

Hearing

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

Health Care

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

Health and Fitness

Craig Caliciotti - Hypnotherapist. 11 Medical Drive, Suite 106, Pomona. 845-323-2766, Cellulite & Body Sculpting Treatment Cen-

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.

Hotels

West Gate Inn Nyack - 26 Route 59, Nyack. 845-358-8100. Walking distance to Nyack’s arts, crafts, antique shops and restaurants. www.westgateinnnyack.com Candlewood Suites - 20 Overlook Blvd., Nanuet. (845)371-4445. Time Nyack Hotel - - 400 High Avenue, Nyack. 845-675-8700.

Insurance

Allstate Don Dietrich Inc - 240 Main Street,

Nyack. 845 353 2244. 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. 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 d

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

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. Majestic Lawn Care - 845-708-2988. d - 845-627-3880. Michael L. Naclerio Landscaping - 845-6273880.

Limousine Service

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

Liquor/Wine/Beer Stores

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

Medical Services

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

Mortgages

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

Moving Companies

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

Music Lessons

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

Networking

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

Pet Care

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

Pest Control

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

Pharmacy

Koblin’s Pharmacy – 96 Main Street, Nyack. 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

Caroline Blankfort - 917-405 1495. Debbie Blankfort, William Raveis Baer & McIntosh, 97 S. Broadway, S. Nyack, 914.522.5426 Margo Bohlin - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty, 265 S. Main Street, New City. (845) 304 4140. margo@margobohlin.com. Gail Bohlke - BHG Rand Realty, NYS Associate Broker, Certified Residential Specialist®. 845-590-5555 cell/text. 845-634-4202 ext

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

Roofing & Siding

Empire State Builders & Contractors, New City - 845-425-0003. 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 Rock-

land, Inc. Haverstraw, Nyack, Spring Valley. 845-429-4122. www.headstartofrockland.org To obtain further information regarding enrollment or program description; Please visit www. headstartofrockland.org. Or directly call Haverstraw Head Start 845-429-2225; Nyack Head Start 845-358-2234; Spring Valley Head Start 845-352-6671 LIU University - 70 Rte 340, Orangeburg. 845 450 5402. Rockland County YMCA Nursery School 35 South Broadway, Nyack, 358-0245. Stage Left Children’s Theater - 111 Route 303, Ste 113, Tappan, NY

Security Systems

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

Shower Doors & Mirrors

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

Skiing

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

Solar Energy

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

Specialty Shops

Danu Gallery - 39 E. Central Avenue, Pearl River. 845-735-4477. Design Air - 120 Rte 59, Hillburn. 357-3580. Hallmark Gift & Card Gallery - 234 South Main Street, New City. 845-634-3447. Sanctuary, 60 South Broadway, Nyack. 353-

2126.

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. Jo Machinist - Architect - 212-355-3046. Mosquito Squad - 845 215 9248. Cell # 845 405 3344. Rockland Cemetery - 201 Kings Highway, Sparkill. 845-359-0172 Rockland Mediation Center - 15 N. Mill Street, Suite 217, Nyack. 512-8730. Rockland Band Camp - 845-709-5930. guitarhelper@guitarhelpernet. Tallman Beach & Pool Club - 845-422-7126.

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.

Thrift Shops

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

TMJ/TMD Doctor

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

Travel

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

Veterinarians

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

Water Systems

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

Wedding Locations

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

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

Theaters

Window Treatments

Tax & Accounting

Antrim Playhouse - 15 Spook Rock Road, Wes-

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