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DECEMBER 2017

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You Never Know Where You’ll See Rivertown from Alaska to Tuscany. ROCKLAND ROCKS - We’ve got lots of great Holiday events to entertain your kids - and others!

SHOP LATE SHOP LOCAL Take a Holiday stroll down booming South Broadway in Nyack.

TOY TRAIN DEPOT - The Old and Weary Car Shop is a model train lovers’ paradise.

HOLIDAY GEMS - You’ll find what you’re looking for at Anthony Robert Jewelers.

TREASURE TROVE - You’ll love what you’ll find at Colin Holmes Antiques in Nyack.

HEAR THIS! - Advanced Audiology expands in Rockland County.

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ELEGANT LIVING - That’s what you’ll find at the Wildflowers in Wallkill.

BIRTHDAY TIME - Vicolo Restaurant in Old Tappan celebrates its sixth anniversary.

SPECIAL TREATMENT Gramercy Pain Management and Rehabilitation offers the gold standard of pain relief.

BEST OF ITALIAN - Marcello’s Ristorante in Suffern is expanding into your local grocery

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SKIN EXPERTS - The Skin Center Dermatology Group is on the cutting edge of research.

FRENCH STYLE - Original Designs of New City offers the hottest trends from France.

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EYE ON THE PRIZE - Ophthalmologist Dr. Soo Mee Pak expands her practice.

BRIGHT FUTURE - There are big changes at Jawonio. Find out more about their wonderful work.

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BETTER LIFE - You get phenmenal care at PM&R in Bardo-

WAY ABOVE PAR - You’ll love the food at Hudson 303 Sport Cafe at the Tappan Golf Center.

TIME TO HOWL - Nyack’s Halloween Parade proved that it really is one of the best in the country.

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PRIME PROPERTY - Looking for the best steak in Rockland County? Check out Sparkill Steakhouse.

IT’S A BEAUTY - The European Wax Center opens a new spot in Airmont.

BIRTHDAY TIME - Dusty Rose in New City celebrates its 37th birthday.

REAL ESTATE QUEEN - Nobody knows more about Rockland’s hot property market than Peggy Connolly.

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Lost in Haverstraw: I’ve got to admit - I miss my wife. For the past week she has been down in sunny Florida, working with a client. And I’ve been here in less-sunny Haverstraw working on Rivertown. I have to confess that I’m a bit at a loss without Candice to chat to, have lunch or dinner with. And especially to go to bed with. No, I’m not getting into explicit details. There’s nothing kinky in this column! Normally Candice works on the first floor of our four-floor condo, and I work on the top floor. Both of us have fabulous views and we love that we’re so close together in our separate worlds. But now that she’s away, I’ve got no one to talk to, to kvetch about life with. And the bed thing? Well I just love the warmth and comfort of having her beside me. Often she cuddles up against my back - and that’s the most wonderful feeling in the world. These days I wake up in the middle of the night and find myself talking to a pillow on her side of the bed. I find myself having angry conversations with the TV. Judge Judy, especially, and whoever is reading the news. Which is a long lead-in to my story this month. There I was all alone, feeling a little sorry for myself, and the phone rings. I pick up the phone. There are only two things I say when I answer the phone - Hello or Yo! (if I’m trying to be funny). “Good morning, Phil,” said a woman’s voice. “I’ve been trying to get hold of you all week.” I can see it’s a local call so I assume it’s someone I know. And she sounds so pleasant.. “What can I do for you?” says I. “Well, Phil - can I call you that - I have great news for you. I wanted to tell you that you’ve won a free trip. You - and your partner - are going to the island of

Scambodia.” I said: “Hold on - who are you?” “I’m Rosemary and I work for Costa Plenty Vacations.” That’s when I realize I’m not talking to a live person. It’s another of those pesky robocalls, we all seem to be getting these days. And so I leave the phone line open and head out to dinner. When I come back two hours later, the robot is still talking: “Scambodia is only ten thousand miles away ...” I hang up and call Candice - and she’s really excited to talk to me. “Guess what,” she says, “We’ve just won a vacation in Scambodia.” At three o clock one morning a veterinary surgeon was woken from a deep sleep by the ringing of his telephone. He staggered downstairs and answered the phone. “I m sorry if I woke you,” said a voice at the other end of the line. “That’s all right,” said the vet, “I had to get up to answer the telephone anyway.” A dad and his son went on a camping trip. As they lay down for the night, the son said, “Dad, look up into the sky and tell me what you see”. His father responded, “I see millions and millions of stars”. The son asked, “So what does that tell you?” The father answered, “Well, astronomically, it tells me that there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Theologically, it tells me that God is great and that we are small and insignificant. Meteorologically, it tells me that we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What does it tell you, son?” “Dad, you forgot the tent!!!”

Phil Bunton

Rivertown

Gary’s Gutter Service Hero of the Month

Magazine Vol. 18, Issue 12

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

Rivertown Magazine and Gary’s Gutter Service Inc. is proud to announce Willie J. Trotman, President of the Spring Valley NAACP as its December 2017 “Hero of the Month.” Willie is a champion of civil rights and community mental health services. Willie is a Vietnam veteran and rceived his bachelor’s Degree from Dominican College and his M.S. Degree from Long Island University in Community Mental Health Counseling. Willie retired from Rockland Psychiatric Center as Director of Multicultural Affairs. He is a member of Dominican College Alumni Hall of Distinction, The Rockland County Civil Rights Hall of Fame and he received the Buffalo Soldiers Award. Willie has been an active participant and President of the Spring Valley NAACP for the past 4 years. In his position with the NAACP he has been instrumental in the Branch receiving awards from New York State and the National Branch of the NAACP. He fosters activities for the Youth Council and is a mentor and role model for the youth and young adults in the civil rights movement. He works with community agencies and the local colleges to promote educational, health and cultural programs for the community. As a mental health professional he was involved in debriefing people during the 9/11 World Trade Center Bombing. Willie has received numerous awards for his involvement in bettering his community over decades of community service. Willie is on the Board of the Afro American Historical Society and the Human Rights Commission of Rockland. Gary Parahus, the owner of Gary’s Gutter Services presented a plaque to Willie J. Trotman at an Awards Luncheon at Del Arte Restaurant in Orangeburg for being Rivertown Magazine”s December 2017 “Hero of the Month.” Thank you Willie for your many years of community service and leadership.

Year-end tax tips for individuals & small businesses Although tax day may seem like it’s a long time from now, the clock is ticking and now is the time to evaluate your 2017 tax situation and plan accordingly. Doing so can enable individuals and businesses to take steps that may save big when tax day arrives. However, now is also the best time to start to plan for your 2018 taxes. Considering the chatter that is going on in Washington, 2017-18 may be one of those few windows of opportunity to both defer taxes and permanently reduce your overall tax bill. Getting taxed later at a lower tax rate is always a great recipe for savings. However, while lower tax rates are great for income they are not so good for deductions. Lower tax rates reduce the amount of tax paid on income while they reduce the tax savings that you get from deductions. With that in mind, and the fact that Washington is signaling tax rate reductions and tax deduction caps for next year, traditional CPA recommendations to defer income and accelerate expenses may be more important than ever this year. Deferring Income into 2018 and Accelerating Deductions into 2017 Here are some examples of what a taxpayer might do to defer income or accelerate deductions: • If you are expecting a bonus at year-end,

try to delay it until after December 31. • If you’re self-employed, send invoices or bills to clients or customers in early January instead of December. • Increase your employer sponsored pension or self-employed pension contributions for 2017. (Review your retirement plan options) • Pay a state estimated tax installment in December instead of at the January due date. • Pay your entire January 2018 property tax bill by year-end 2017. (This does not apply to mortgage escrow accounts.) Other Tax Planning Strategies • Try to bunch “threshold” expenses, such as medical and dental expenses and miscellaneous itemized deductions. For example, you might pay all medical bills and/or business expenses in 2017. (Threshold expenses are deductible only to the extent they exceed a certain percentage of income. By bunching these expenses into one year, rather than spreading them out over two years, you have a better chance of exceeding the thresholds, thereby maximizing your deductions.) • Consider using a credit card to pay deductible expenses before the end of the year. Doing so will increase your 2017 deductions even if you don’t pay your credit card bill until after the end of the year. • Estimate the effect of any year-end planning moves on the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) for 2017, keeping in mind that many tax breaks allowed for purposes of calculating regular taxes are disallowed for AMT purposes. These include the deduction for state property taxes on your residence, state income taxes, miscellaneous itemized deductions, and personal exemption deductions. Other deductions, such as for medical expenses of a taxpayer who is at least age 65 or whose spouse is at least 65 as of the close of the tax year, are calculated in a more restrictive way for AMT purposes than for regular tax purposes. If you are subject to the AMT for 2017, or suspect you might be, these types of deductions should not be accelerated. • Consider the possibility that AMT may be

repealed during 2018. This may increase the value in 2018 of many of the deductions that are normally lost for AMT taxpayers. • In cases where tax benefits are phased out over a certain income level, a strategy of accelerating income and deductions might allow you to claim larger deductions, credits, and other tax breaks for 2017, depending on your situation. (Such tax benefits include Roth IRA contributions, conversions of regular IRAs to Roth IRAs, child credits, higher education tax credits and deductions for student loan interest.) • If you believe a Roth IRA is better than a traditional IRA, consider converting traditional-IRA money invested in beaten-down stocks (or mutual funds) into a Roth IRA if eligible to do so. Keep in mind, however, that such a conversion will increase your income in 2017. It may make sense to wait until 2018 to make this move. • Minimize taxes on investments by matching capital gains and losses. Realized losses on investments offset realized investment gains. • Try to avoid short-term capital gains, which are usually taxed at a much higher tax rate, up to 39.6% in 2017 for high income earners. Long-term gains are taxed 15-20%, or 0% for couples with taxable income below $75,900 for 2017. (This is a great tax break!) • A 3.8 percent tax applies to investment income such as interest, dividends, capital gains, rental income for earners above certain threshold amounts. These thresholds should be considered as you plan your long term investment and tax strategies. • If you received income this year that was not covered by withholding taxes, increasing your withholding at your job before year-end can avoid or reduce any estimated tax penalty that might otherwise be due. On the other hand, the penalty may be avoided, or reduced, by covering the extra tax in a fourth quarter estimated tax payment that is due on January 15, 2018. • So to take advantage of the American Opportunity Tax Credit, which offsets higher education expenses; it may be beneficial to pay 2018 tuition in 2017 to take full advantage of this tax credit, which is up to $2,500 per student. • Small businesses may want to accelerate purchases of machinery or equipment into 2017. Most of those purchases can avoid traditional multiyear depreciation and take a deduction for the full cost in 2017. • Improve your Record Keeping. The better your records, the easier it is to find tax-saving strategies and deductions. These are just some of the year-end steps that can be taken to save taxes. Your CPA can tailor a particular plan that will work best for you.

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RIVERTOWN FILM AT NYACK CENTER Broadway at Depew, Nyack, NY All films presented digitally Information: 845.353.2568 or www.rivertownfilm.org Tickets at the door, in advance from 800.838.3006 or online at www.rivertownfilm.org Unless otherwise noted: $12 general admission

Great Holiday shows at Rivertown Film Our year-end celebration, free admission for members! HER MAGNUM OPUS - Directed by Marta Renzi. 2017, USA, 63 minutes. Meet the Filmmaker: director and editor. Marta Renzi Their teacher was the constant in their lives, her little house a refuge as the seasons changed, her parties legendary. A

group of friends gather to celebrate their mentor and realize that what lasts is those you leave behind. A prolific maker of short films, dancer/ choreographer Marta Renzi’s first feature employs a multi-generational cast from film, Broadway and dance to create a dream-like story of friendship told almost entirely through movement.

$9 for students, seniors and general Rivertown Film members $8 for student and senior Rivertown Film members Call for group tickets Saturday, December 2 – 7:00 PM at Nyack Center A live concert with film projections. Dylan Kay and Rivertown Film present Animals & Dark Side of the Moon The ten-piece band Dark Side of the Hudson returns to the Nyack Center to perform Pink Floyd’s 1977 release Animals and 1973 release Dark Side of the Moon, just as you remember them, with many of the iconic British band’s original film projections. Music has accompanied movies since before sound was attached to film, but in the ‘60s and ‘70s bands like Pink Floyd and experimental filmmakers inverted the idea of the movie score by adding movies to live music. Dark Side of the Hudson pays homage to the masters of psychedelic rock and unites the art of music with the art of motion picture in a live concert setting. Dark Side of the Hudson sold out their previous two performances at the Nyack Center, and this one is sure to sell out fast. This incredible, not-tobe-missed performance, tears down The Wall between music and film! *** Wednesday, December 13 – 8:00 PM at Nyack Center

You never know where

Gary Parahus, owner of Garyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gutter service visited one of the many amazing castles in Ireland with his wife Fiona and daughter Maeve.

Eloise and Tom Pallister, of Haverstraw, were in Vienna at the Schonbrunn Palace.

Lynn & Andy Krakaur of Pomona read their issue of Rivertown at the Divi Resort in Aruba. Robert and Linda Gottlieb went to italy for a 50th anniversary party at a villa in Tuscany.

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John & Andrea Nahass of Tappan in Lahaina with Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents Hank & Joan (formerly of Park Ridge) to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Lucy Nicks of Stony Point celebrating her 90th Birthday with her family at Lynchs In Stony Point.

Fernando and Christina Cortes and Paul and Debra Peterson enjoying brunch at Thayer Hotel in West Point.

The Delo/Nolan families celebrating 40 years of marriage in Alaska.

Jim Leader at Pier 701 in Piermont with the monkfish special!

New City residents, Sam, Bari and Jordan Lewart, DMD (of Orangetown Smiles), celebrate Samâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar Mitzvah this summer in Israel. Here with Grandparents, Marlene and Arthur Rogovin.

Ann Marie, LuAnn, Lisa, Timothy, Tony, Nakia, Jazmine, Landon and Silas from Haverstraw, were all at DisneyWorld.

Candy Pittari, of Nyack, at the Culloden Battlefields in Scotland.

Gary Parahus, the owner of Garyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gutter Service with his daughter, Maeve, on the right after her team beat Limerick in college basketball. Maeve is spending a year in Ireland on a basketball scholarship.

Rob, Elaina, and Robert Savarese of New City, in Bathsheba, Barbados.

Melissa & Barry Rosenblum, of Airmont NY, in Quebec with their friends Rob & Deena Stone, of Woodland Hills, California

Rockland rocks the Holidays Here are some great things to do with your children

Story: Janie Rosman Cold weather, hot chocolate or cider and plenty of singing and merriment mark the holiday season. Be it with a toy train show or singing carols outside with friends and neighbors, we’ve rounded up suggestions for kids and the kid in you. Enjoy! Candy Cane Weekends - Lucas Candies, Haverstraw. Feast your eyes on live demonstrations of how those colorful red-and-white twists are made. “We wanted to bring back an old-fashioned Christmas, a little joy of the holiday,” owner/chocolate designer Debbie Bertrand said. Warm bitesize peppermint pieces will be handed out during demonstrations, which began on Small Business Saturday (November 25) and continue Saturdays and Sundays at 12 noon and 3 p.m. through Christmas Eve. Lucas Candies and UNoodles will host Candy Canes after Hours on December 7 at 6:30 p.m. Specialty cocktails will be paired its limited-edition holiday dark chocolate, sugar cookies and crushed handmade peppermint candy canes. Info: 845-947-1220. Nyack’s Holiday Lights Celebration - Village of Nyack Families and friends should bundle up for a festive celebration as the Chamber hosts its annual “Holiday Lights of Nyack” event on December 2, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Veterans Park Gazebo on Main and Cedar Streets. Free refreshments and holiday music. Adding to the merriment is a visit from Santa Claus arranged by Nyack’s Highland Hose Company. There will be presents all around if everyone is good! “A West Point Holiday” - Eisenhower Hall Theatre, West Point. Brighten your day with music, holiday songs and stories with the West Point Band on December 2 and 3 at 1:30 p.m. each day. Food and drinks are available at Ike’s Riverside Café beginning 12 noon one level down. The band will feature favorite tunes celebrating Hanukkah, Christmas and the season from classical to contemporary rock ‘n roll. Santa Claus will appear after the show to meet kids and

One of the trains at the Holiday Train Show at New York Botanical Gardens. Below: Don’t miss Candy Cane Weekends at Lucas in Haverstraw treats and tenant tables will be provided. Visit St. Nick at the mall every day through December 24; for other events see www.palisadescenter.com/holiday. Community Spirit and Celebration - M&T Bank, Piermont. Share the village of Piermont’s annual Charlie Brown Christmas with decorated streets and lots of community spirit, music and tree lighting. Sometimes surprise guest musicians appear spontaneously to sing Christmas carols. The Piermont Fire Department decorates a fire truck for the holidays, and take pictures. Free and open to the public. restaurants supply hot chocolate and cookThere will also be music one hour prior to ies to kids, adding to the merriment. Free the concert if you wish to arrive early and open to public. Note: Only those with a Department of Saturday Storytime - Barnes & NoDefense ID can enter at Washington Gate; ble, West Nyack. Delightful tales about the general public must enter at Stony a Grinch stealing Christmas and Santa’s Lonesome Gate or Thayer Gate. magical key await youngsters at this SatPet Photo Night - The Shops at Nanurday morning (11 a.m.) activity. Each of uet - Your four-legged friends can pose these free events at The Palisades Cenwith Santa, who left his reindeer at home ter location features picture books and is and will be waiting outside the Regal Thefollowed by a fun activity. Program runs ater. Registration is free; individual photo through the end of December. Info: 845package rates apply. December 3, 10 and 348-4701. 17, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Info: 845-367Holiday Train Show ® New York Bo9450 or https://www.facebook.com/shoptanical Garden, Bronx. What fun to see satnanuet. model trains whiz through landmarks recStories with Santa: He reads stories reated with bark, leaves, and other natural to children on December 5 at 9:30 a.m.; materials. Show creator Paul Busse has

G-scale locomotives humming past the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and Rockefeller Center on nearly one-half mile of track. Take in New York Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s skyscrapers and other architectural wonders like the original Yankee Stadium crafted from natural materials such as bark, twigs, seeds, and pine cones. Opened November 22 and runs through January 15, 2018. Info: 718-817-8700 or https://www.nybg. org/event/holiday-train-show/. The Nutcracker - Performances in Thiells and Suffern. This enchanting ballet about a wooden doll that comes to life as a prince performed by the Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble (RYDE) will be performed by its junior company at North Rockland High School (Thiells) on December 2 and 3, and the senior ensemble performs at Rockland County Community College (Suffern) on December 8, 9 and 10. Some performances are narrated; reservations are required. Tickets, also available at theater for cash if specific performance is not sold out, at: www.Showtix4u. com. St. Nicholas Day - Jacob Blauvelt House, New City. The Historical Society of Rockland

County continues this 56-year old tradition and opens the doors on December 9 and 10 to its 1832 Jacob Blauvelt House, welcoming children of all ages to celebrate St. Nicholas Day. Adults who visited with St. Nicholas in the past as children now bring their own families. Each child will receive a special treat in his/her shoe from St. Nicholas, and everyone is welcome to visit with St. Nicholas and his horse and

enjoy refreshments. Program starts promptly at 10:30 a.m., 12 noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. both days. The $5 admission fee (adults and children) includes admission to the 42nd Annual Miniature Dollhouse & Art Exhibition. Prepaid reservations are required; see link at http://www.rocklandhistory.org/.

Celebrate St. Nicholas Day at the Jacob Blauvelt House in New City.

Shop late! Shop local! on South Broadway in Nyack

Left to right, Lief beauty Boutique, Runway on the Hudson, Brooklyn breads and sweets, Somos Jewelers, Maria Luisa and Archive Home. There’s a charm to shopping in a vil- these merchants, whose businesses hug the Christine Cordey Salon or the Lief Beauty lage, a place where the merchants take the South Broadway stretch between Hudson Boutique. time to know their customers and new- and Cedar Hill avenues, are staying open The sense of community is palpable, comers are greeted warmly. late on Thursdays (to 8 p.m.) throughout with Gene Reed having anchored the That’s the spirit you’ll always find December. stretch for 40-plus years in her eponymous along South Broadway in Nyack, where The “Shop Late! Shop Local!” initia- shop. Today, she says, is a time when businearly a dozen boutiques, shops, food and tive is not a surprise, as this thriving block ness is definitely on the upswing – and that service purveyors have joined together to is all about banding together – you’ll has to do with the community. offer “themed shopping” throughout the often find merchants chatting outside Indeed, the commitment by more recent month. their shops, grabbing a coffee together at establishments such as the fashion-forward With a nod to the busy schedule of to- Brooklyn Bread & Sweets, grabbing lunch Runway on the Hudson – and the ongoing day’s shoppers – and the desire for a more at Strawberry Place or saying hello when dedication of all the merchants – to keep relaxing, laid-back shopping experience – on the way to make an appointment at things vibrant and fresh for customers old

and new has proven a success. As Maria Luisa Whittingham of Maria Luisa Boutique and ML by Maria Luisa says, she hopes to see customers returning to South Broadway, South of Hudson throughout the holiday season. Those further afield, she notes, can also participate thanks to savvy social-media efforts of the small businesses. “Even though it’s a small village, those beyond have global access to ‘a small piece of heaven,’” Whittingham says. This season, why not plan a bit of holiday shopping, dining and pampering on this very special block? Pass the post office, heading south down Broadway and your holiday-shopping tour will take you past: Christine Cordey Salon – Offering a touch of SoHo in Rockland, Christine Cordey Salon is upscale, uplifting and authentic. Luxury services at affordable prices since May 2013, this boutique salon provides a comfortable, elegant experience for each client. Here, the emphasis is on doing one thing and doing it well; hair services for women, men and children, from cuts to color, blowouts to treatments, are the focus. An experienced, well-educated and welcoming team will cater to your needs, and have you looking and feeling your very best! 66 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-675-7950. christinecordeysalon.com. Runway on the Hudson – A contemporary women’s boutique with a focus on luxury trends at affordable prices, Runway on the Hudson joins the block as one of its newest neighbors. Already, it’s become a destination for clothing and accessories with a contemporary sensibility, ideal for work, play – and all those holiday events on the calendar. You can follow all the latest happenings and new merchandise arrivals on Instagram at runwayonthehudson. 68 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-5353633. Strawberry Place – “Come as a customer, leave as a friend!” The slogan of Strawberry Place, the longtime, go-to spot for comfort food, sums up its classic small-town atmosphere. Here, it’s all about charming surroundings and more than just a hint of sophistication on the menu. Find the standards such as burgers, omelettes, pancakes, wraps and salads with a bit of a twist on the expansive menu that spans breakfast, lunch and its ever-popular brunch selections. Family-owned and operated, the restaurant makes the ideal spot

to fuel up for an afternoon of shopping – or as a reward once you’ve checked everything off your list. 72 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-9511. Visit Strawberry Place on Facebook. Gene Reed – Visit the village’s premier source for unique home furnishings, gifts, paper goods and men’s casual clothing. And at 40-plus years in business, Gene Reed is one of the village’s oldest establishments. Presided over by its namesake owner, the boutique offers a no-nonsense approach to living well – here, it’s all about surrounding yourself with the people and things you love. And you’ll find plenty as

you browse among an inventory imbued with the owner’s sensibility – from clever cards to handsome mirrors, singular furniture to fashion-forward menswear. Prepare to be impressed. 74 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-3750. Genereedny.com. Somos Designer Jewelry Gallery – Marie Somos grew up in the jewelry industry, with the talent and skills to design and create jewelry a part of her family since 1917. Today, the gallery features eco-friendly jewelry crafted with recycled precious metals, ethically sourced gems and conflict-free diamonds. Since the Somos team designs and creates the items

featured in the gallery, they have the flexibility to meet a customer’s jewelry needs, from the simplest repair or alteration to creating a one-of-a-kind custom piece. The gallery’s designers can also work with a customer’s stones, re-setting them into a beautiful new creation. This varied work, for which they are known, has garnered Somos 34 jewelry awards. 78 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-348-0800. Somosjewelers.com. ** Cross South Broadway, safely at the light, and head north back into the heart of the village to find:

Lief Beauty Boutique – Celebrating its 10th year in business this month, this hidden gem is a visual oasis tucked away in the Nyack on the Hudson mall. Lief’s professional staff offers the latest trends in hair cuts and color; beautiful, intricate hairstyles and makeup applications for weddings and special events; relaxing facials, which include reflexology; full face and body threading and waxing services; and pampering spa manicures and steam barrel pedicures. Gift certificates and gifts such as jewelry, hair and skin care products and makeup items are also available making Lief a convenient one-stop beauty

and shopping destination. 85 S. Broadway, Suite 7, Nyack. 845-641-9540. Liefbeautyboutique.com. Readings by Maya – Psychic, author and radio personality Maya Nash has been at her shop for more than 15 years, offering confidential psychic, tarot or tea-leaf readings in her cozy space. Also shop here for magical items including enchanted oils, incense, candles, spell kits and more. Maya invites you to “Stop by for a spell.” 85 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-300-1967. Mayanash.com. Archive Home – A tiny gem of a shop, Archive Home features an ever-changing selection of housewares sourced from around the globe, one-of-a-kind, handwrapped paper frames, beautiful handcrafted fine jewelry and a curated collection of sophisticated new and resale clothing and accessories. Archive Home invites shoppers to step inside and feel its welcoming vibe. 79½ S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-6757464. Visit Archive Home on Facebook. Brooklyn Bread & Sweets – Take a step back in time at Brooklyn Bread and Sweets, where a step in front door takes you back to the Italian bakeries of your childhood. There’s nothing like the blissful aroma and taste of bread baked daily. Stop in for hand-made pastries and an aromatic Lavazza cappuccino to enjoy nostalgic Brooklyn right in the great old village of Nyack. (Ask about gift baskets and parties, too). 79 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-535-3535. Brooklynbreadco.com. Maria Luisa Boutique and ML by Maria Luisa – Maria Luisa Whittingham is in the midst of celebrating her 30th anniversary year as a Nyack merchant. What’s kept the customers coming in for decades is her commitment to “always feminine” goods that have expanded to include not only a well-edited selection of women’s clothing and accessories but also gift items and home furnishings in side-by-side shops. Throughout, the goods are thoughtfully selected with an emphasis on artisan-made, Fair Trade products and a commitment to community, near and far. After all, it’s Maria Luisa, “Where Community is Always in Fashion.” 75 and 77 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-353-4122. Marialuisaboutique.com. Happy Holidays from the merchants of South Broadway, South of Hudson!!

The Old and Weary Car Shop in Tappan is a model train lover’s paradise

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Allan F. Seebach Jr. has loved model railroading all his life. “I was raised on the New York Central’s West Shore Division in Tappan, NY watching first and second generation diesels pound past my home. “I’ve been involved in model railroading for 34 year and I started this shop in response to the lack of O & W scale models that were available to the model railroader. “Over the last 20 years I have manufactured numerous models in various scales for the O & W modeler. Our products have helped keep the O & W’s spirit alive and has inspired many people to join the society and model the New York Ontario & Western Railway. “We are a full service Lionel Repair center for pre and post war Lionel Trains. We carry N, HO, O and G Tracks. We have a wide variety of model train manufacturers and a well stocked Scenery Department and lots of local railroad books. “Our Thomas the Tank Wooden

Railways are a great Holiday gift for pre-schoolers. We also have Lionel Starter Sets.” Allan continued: “I want to tell you

about the upcoming 60th Annual Model Railroad Show held at the Garden State Model Railway Club, Inc. located at 575 High Mountain Road in North Haledon, New Jersey. “It runs from December 2-3rd & 9-10th and January 6-7th, 2018. It’s only $6.00 for adults, and children under 12 free with adults. You can go to www.modelrailroadshow.com for more information. “The Holidays are here and somehow Christmas and model railroading go together. We are a One Stop Shop for anything to do with model railroading. We are open Monday through Friday from 11am7pm, Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 10am-5pm.” Allan added: “My love of model railroading is in the DNA of my family. My Dad and his brother, John ran a nursery called the Red Pump Nursery here in Tappan. “In the nursery was a room for model railroading. They later expanded into

The Old and Weary Car Shop is a model train lover’s delight.

their own store. I’ve lectured throughout the county and elsewhere on the history of railroading here in Rockland County. There are not many shops like mine in existence today. “If you are into model railroading and need anything relating to it stop by and browse. If you are looking for wonderful gifts for your children please stop by and browse among our remarkable retail products and immerse yourself in the fun of model railroading,” said Allan. The Old & Weary Car Shop is a Model Train Lovers Paradise. It is located at 25 Old Tappan Road in Tappan. You can call Allan at 845-680-0405 and access his web site at www.oldandwearycarshop.com. You can Email him at Al1hdagent@aol. com.

Anthony Robert Jewelers is a gem of a store with great quality

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Anthony Robert Jewelers has acquired a lot of devoted customers thanks to the beautiful quality of the jewelry they have to offer. Customer Christina S. from New Jersey said: “I have been a customer of Anthony Robert Jewelers for over 15 years. Their jewelry is beautiful and the service is always excellent. “My husband purchased my engagement ring here and we did not hesitate to go back for our wedding bands as well! “Recently, Anthony took our grandmother’s wedding band and turned it into a gorgeous band to add to my already stunning set. His work exceeded our expectations! I would recommend Anthony Robert Jewelers to anyone looking for a quality buying experience. They treat all of their customers like family!” Another customer said: “Just this past week my fiance and I stopped by and we were again met with courtesy, expertise and professionalism that I have come to expect with Anthony Robert Jewelers. There is no reason to go anywhere else.” This accolade and many other compliments are normal for Anthony and Robert Goneconti, the owners of Anthony Robert Jewelers located in the Diamond and Jewelry Center (a mini 47th Street) at 250 West Route 59 in Nanuet. Anthony told us: “We’ve been in the

Robert Goneconti and Anthony Goneconti, the owners of Anthony Robert Jewelers. They’re offering 30-50% off most watches for the month of December. jewelry business over 37 years and 17 years at this location. We also have a jewelry shop in the diamond district. We do exceptional custom designs with cad/cam Computer Assisted Design. “What sets us apart from the rest of the jewelry industry is our attention to detail. We carry designers like Roberto Coin, Christopher Designs, Norman Corvan, Meira T. Sylvie and Uneek Gabriel Designs which carries the very best quality

engagement ring mountings that are featured on the Internet bridal site, The Knot.” Robert added: “We started in Westchester County and spent many years in the Spring Valley Marketplace. The concept of having many different jewelers all under one roof has worked very well. “Being in a Mini 47th Street The Diamond & Jewelry Center makes all of us more competitive and this is beneficial to the consumer. What differentiates us from

the rest is our customer service, competitive prices and high-end designers. “Our store features La Fonn Silver Designs, With You Silver Lockets and the Italian Designer Officina Bernardi. Watch-

es and Watch Repairs are another service we offer, carrying lines like Citizen, MetalCH. and Pre-owned Rolex, Cartier Brietling and other high end brands.” Robert added: “This Holiday Season

come to us for high quality gifts at very reasonable prices. “Our G.I.A. Certified appraisal diamond inventory is the largest in the county. We do C.I.A. Certified Appraisals, jewelry and watch repairs, pearl stringing as well as buying gold, diamonds and watches. We have flexible payment plans, layaways and financing available through Synchrony Financial Luxury Card. Our store hours are Tuesday through Thursday 10am-8pm, Friday and Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm. We do offer extended Holiday Hours this Holiday Season.” Here is what Brian had to say about his experience at Anthony Robert Jewelers, “I’ve been a customer for 10 years. The service and quality of their goods are beyond compare.” You can call Anthony Robert Jewelers at 845-624-1222 or Email them at info@ anthonyrobertjewelers.com. You can access their web site at www.anthonyrobertjewelers.com.

Jay (left) is holding Finn and Colin Holmes, the owner, is holding Ella.

People from all over the Hudson Valley travel to Colin Holmes Antiques for Holiday gifts Story/Photos: Tom Riley Colin Holmes Antiques is filled with fabulous Holiday gifts for the whole family. No wonder people from all over the Hudson Valley are clocking here. Apart from the Holiday gifts, it is brimming with one of a kind home decor furnishings and antiques. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what Mike R. from Connecticut said about this trendy store with something for everyone. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I absolutely love this shop. The owners are very warm and inviting and always have something new to browse among.

“We have purchased something new each time we visit. There is a very wide selection to choose from and no two things are alike. It’s always a must visit for us when we are in town. “You’ll have no problem finding something vintage or something modern or contemporary. Colin worked at Christopher’s Antiques in Nyack for 15 years before opening his shop on 87 Main Street, Nyack. He told us: “We offer one of a kind antiques as well as modern and industrial furnishings. We have an array of Holiday Decor and gifts. “In addition, we provide Custom Furnishings and upholstery for our clients.

The store has a variety of chandeliers, bar carts, lighting, desks, art, paintings, mirrors, game dining & console tables, modern & antique clocks and much more.. Store will be open everyday from Thanksgiving to Christmas. Colin told us: “We are thrilled to celebrate 5 years in business. TO SHOW OUR APPRECIATION TO OUR CUSTOMERS FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER WE ARE OFFERING 15% OFF ALL HOLIDAY DECOR AND GIFTS.” Colin has a reputation for finding unusual items for his customers. “You could say, we are a One Stop Shop for all your Holiday needs. We would like

to wish you all a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We hope to see you during the Holiday Season.” Colin Holmes Antiques is located at 87 Main Street in Nyack. You can call them at 845-358-2565. Access their web site at www.colinholmesnyack.com. Email Colin at colinholmesnyack.gmail.com

Advanced Audiology of Nanuet is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;HEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for you

On October 19, 2017 Advanced Audiology of NY II, celebrated their first anniversary in business at their second location! Where; at 102 E. Route 59, Nanuet, NY 10954! Dr. Jasen A. Ruiz, owner and Chief Audiologist at Advanced Audiology of NY opened the doors of his second location in Nanuet last year. Dr. Ruiz and his team, Dr. Michelle Brady and Ms. Danielle Sacchinelli, doctoral candidate of audiology, provide comprehensive audiology services including hearing evaluations, balance & dizziness assessment & treatment, wax removal, swim molds, musician devices and custom wireless headphones, tinnitus and tinnitus retraining therapy as well as top-of-theline hearing aid technology and assistive listening devices. The Advanced Audiology team manages patients of all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics. They are a welcoming and dedicated team who strive to make sure each patient receives a thorough evaluation and consultation for all their hearing and balance needs utilizing personal assistance that focuses on individualized patient centered care. Dr. Ruiz took the leap into private practice with his first location in Tuckahoe, NY in March of 2011. Throughout his

Above: Dr. Michelle Brady. Left: Danielle Sacchinelli.

many years in practice as an audiologist and private practice owner, Dr. Ruiz has helped thousands of patients to hear and communicate with family members and loved ones. Since opening Advanced Audiolo-

gy of NY II in Nanuet, Dr. Ruiz and the Advanced Audiology team has received multiple awards and honors from the local Chamber of Commerce including the Partnership in Progress award, which is the most recent recognition. Dr. Ruiz continues to donate to the Greater Nanuet Chamber of Commerce to further the great improvements in the Nanuet community in addition to educating the residents of Rockland County on the importance of annual hearing evaluations and the consequences of untreated hearing loss. In just one year, Dr. Ruiz and his staff have helped change and improve the lives of hundreds of patients with hearing loss in Rockland County. Together the team is

Above: Dr. Jasen A. Ruiz, owner and Chief Audiologist at Advanced Audiology of NY

eager to continue spreading the great joy that the gift of hearing has on the lives of patients and their loved ones. Dr. Ruiz states that, “being a business owner is one of the greatest achievements of the American Dream” and “as an Audiologist it is rewarding both professionally and personally.” Hearing is something that many of us take for granted and most do not realize what life might be like to be without it. Hearing is not associated with any pain

or discomfort and all of the patients who sought out the specialized services at Advanced Audiology of NY are now forever grateful they walked through the door. Many patients report that they “don’t know how or why they waited so long to finally get the help for their hearing.” There are various situations that hearing loss can affect the daily lives of adults. You may hear that someone is speaking but can sound unclear, as if the person is mumbling making it difficult to under-

stand. Hearing loss also makes conversations hard to enjoy when talking with friends and loved ones especially in the presence of background noise. Communication may feel frustrating when repeating things over and over potentially causing arguments and strain among relationships. Your loved ones may feel sadness to see an individual isolate themselves from the people and activities they once loved. Not only does the person with hearing loss suffer but their family and friends also suffer the consequences of untreated hearing loss. Research has shown that hearing loss can also affect your progress in your career, if you’re missing important information on phone calls or in meetings, you

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Advanced Audiology of Nanuet may be missing opportunities to grow and increase your value to your employer. Hearing loss can affect your safety; a car horn, an ambulance siren, the fire alarm. Hearing loss can cause you to miss important signals that alert you to danger — and put those you care about at risk. What activities are you reluctant to participate in because you can’t hear to your full potential? Hearing loss isn’t just a nuisance — it’s a quality of life issue. A pair of studies that came out of Johns Hopkins Medicine research investigated the consequences of untreated hearing loss. Researchers found that untreated hearing loss is associated with accelerated cognitive decline in older adults such as dementia. Additionally, seniors with hearing loss were shown to be at a higher risk for developing dementia than their same aged counterparts without hearing loss. Today, 50 million people suffer from dementia worldwide and that number is expected to increase in years to come. Although the causal link between untreated hearing loss and dementia is not conclusive whether hearing loss causes dementia or vice versa, a common pathology may underlie both such that the strain of decoding sounds over time may leave adults with hearing loss more vulnerable. Unmanaged hearing loss can affect the

brains cognitive ability where a lifestyle change as simple as the use of hearing aids may reduce the cognitive load on listening effort and quite possibly reduce the incidence of dementia and delay onset. Just like a muscle our brain health is dependent on continuous stimulation. Our ears just do the listening but it’s the brain that does the understanding, processing and decoding of speech. Without consistent auditory brain stimulation, we can forget the sounds that we previously able to hear, such as the birds chirping or the turn signal in the car. Over time this lack of stimulation has detrimental effects on the brain’s ability to understand speech. Unfortunately, when the brain is deprived of auditory stimulation for too many years, the ability of the brain to accept that stimulation with the help of hearing aids is minimal, the term ‘use it or lose it’ can be used to describe this phenomenon. Research has shown that by wearing hearing devices consistently at the onset of hearing loss can prevent further auditory deprivation and preserve the brains speech understanding ability. When a patient is proactive rather than reactive, acclimating to hearing aids is far more successful and leaves hearing aids in your ears instead of in the drawer! The Advanced Audiology of NY team

is made up of versatile professionals with experience in various clinical environments ranging from pediatric and VA hospitals to otolaryngology and balance and dizziness clinics. The professionals at Advanced Audiology of NY understand the urgency of effective communication in everyone’s life and are here to listen, educate, and assist with each individual patient’s hearing and balance needs. Dr. Ruiz and the Advanced Audiology team have given that gift of hearing back to hundreds of patients throughout this past year in Nanuet and are eager to continue providing exceptional patient centered care and hearing services for many years to come. We encourage you come on in and be one of our many happy hearing patients, we hope to see you soon! Follow us on social media • Youtube: https://www.youtube. com/user/jayj6550 • Twitter: https://twitter.com/AAofNY • Instagram: advancedaudiologyofny • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Advanced-Audiology-Of-NY-107972122615851/ & https:// www.facebook.com/DrEARS1/

West Gate Lounge Salsa Fest raises more than $10,000 for Puerto Rico

The West Gate Lounge in Nyack held a fundraiser during their weekly Salsa Night. It featured an array of musicians and entertainers who donated their talents to the event. Also featured was Vicki Sola from Que Viva La Musica radio station and Arnold Diaz from PIX-11 News. It was a night full of music, dancing and raffles. The West Gate lounge offered a 50/50 raffle and raffled off over 50 gifts all donated. With the admission charge of $35 per person and the raffles as well as a $2,000.00 donation from the Parseghian Family & West Gate Lounge we raised over $10,000.00. The donations will be donated to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Embracing Puerto Ricoâ&#x20AC;? at Popular Bank. The Parseghian family will be presenting a check to a representive from Popular Bank in December.

Realtor Pat Sassi.

Enjoy the best in elegant and active living at Wildflowers at Wallkill Imagine, no more mowing your lawn! No more shoveling the snow! If you’re heading out of town, simply lock the door behind you. It’s all possible--and closer than you think. Welcome to Wildflowers at Wallkill, Orange County’s premier gated community for the active adult. Here, find a beautifully well-appointed home now available--one where the original owners have spared no expense in upgrades, taking care to ensure optimal use of space. Known as the Westbury model, it was built in 2007. The homeowners, Carol and Bob, chose the Westbury since it offered an open floor plan, without walls which typically create the feel of smaller rooms. Airy and spacious, such an opportunity is rare to the market and a treat for one lucky buyer for sure. Carol told us:“We fell in love with

this particular lot since the back is wooded, giving us both a view of our own little piece of nature and spacious privacy. We love that we are not looking into our neighbors’ back yard!” The owners often take advantage of enjoying the natural beauty surrounding their home. During the warmer months, they like to relax on their back deck and often enjoy a morning cup of coffee before heading to the club house for a game of tennis or a swim.

In addition to its many lifestyle perks, a luxurious feel is undeniable here. The moment you step through the front door, you are greeted by gleaming hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings and sun-filled rooms. The living and dining rooms are spacious enough for family gatherings while upgraded details abound including crown moldings and chair rails, glass and iron chandeliers, and recessed lighting. The kitchen boasts an immense 9 foot island, under-the-counter lighting, dove-

tailed cabinetry, pull-out drawers, granite countertops and pendant lighting. Ideal for entertaining, the kitchen opens to the cozy family room complete with the comfort and warmth of a gas fireplace. Off the family room you’ll similarly be impressed with a sun-filled, master suite-suited with private en suite bath including separate soaking tub, shower and several closets! The first floor offers a multitude of other amenities: an office, a full guest bath

including a walk-in shower and laundry room featuring a slope sink. In the Wildflowers at Wallkill, you’ll never be want of space—especially when you’re welcoming guests, whether it be for dinner or for the night! The second floor is ideal for accommodating family and friends’ long or short stays. Offering a spacious loft, bedroom and full bath, your guests will feel right at home. The space is large enough for a sitting area so company is always comfortable, and graced with ul-

timate privacy. The most surprising feature of this home is the full, walk-out basement. The owners intentionally had the home built with 10 foot ceilings in the basement knowing that they would like to finish it off at a later date. When the owners first moved into their home, they envisioned a traditional ‘rec room’. A place where friends and family could hang out, play a game of darts, get a poker game together, play pool or simply relax and watch TV. “We wanted to create a space where our grandkids could literally roller blade or ride a bike on a rainy day,” regales Carol. Their dream came true when the basement was finished just as they had planned! Wildflowers at Wallkill is an active, 55+ gated community located in Middletown, New York. Amenities at Wildflowers include an extensive clubhouse complete with a fitness center, indoor pool, billiards and kitchen. Additional amenities include and outdoor pool, tennis/pickleball court, bocce ball court and putting green. For a private showing of this phenomenal home, please call Associate Broker Patricia Sassi at William Raveis Baer & McIntosh in the Warwick, NY, at 845-8003937 today. Don’t wait another minute to embrace what a truly amazing future can hold for you!

Vicolo Ristorante celebrates its 6th anniversary

Benny Qosaj is the owner of Vicolo and two other restaurants.

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Vicolo Ristorante in Old Tappan, NJ, is a Zagat-rated fine Italian restaurant that Rocklanders head to in droves because of its incredible 2 for 1 dinner specials. From Sunday to Thursday you can get two dinners for the price of one. Bring a party of 8 and pay for 4, you can’t beat that. This gem of a restaurant is tucked into the popular Bi-State Plaza Shopping Center in Old Tappan.. Whether your taste are traditional or avant-garde, the palate pleasing lunches and dinners will have you singing its praises. Benny Qosaj is the owner of Vicolo and two other restaurants, ll Vicolo in Livingston, NJ and Limoncello in Waldwick, NJ. “My restaurants are successful because all my chefs are sent to me by my father who owns ll Vicolo in Torino, Italy,” he told us. “These great chefs with their secret Italian recipes passed down through the ages make us successful, especially when you offer great service, delicious food - plus wonderful entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 7:30pm-11pm.” Benny added: “We also have a tremendous wine list, extensive dinner menu and an express lunch menu. We offer early bird dinner specials from 4pm-6pm for $15.95-$19.95. We have a catering menu and 15% off your take-out. We are avail-

able for any type of private party whether it’s an anniversary, birthday, graduation, bridal shower, Bar Mitzvah or a corporate event. Just call me at 201-497-8777 and I’ll take care of everything. “The food here is excellent. When you try our braised short ribs, homemade fuissio or bronzino, which is Mediterranean sea bass or walnut crusted salmon and half roast duck you’ll quickly become a regular customer,” said Benny. “Our homemade Tiramisu and Chocolate Mousse are to die for.” Benny added: “I want to take this opportunity to thank my loyal customers

who have been with us throughout the years. We are so happy to serve them.” Here is what Zagat said about Vicolo: “The many specialties continue to be creatively presented and professionally served. Homemade pastas, like Shrimp in Brandy Cream Sauce & Gnocchi, along with Zuppa di Risotto Pescatora, are luscious. Veal Chop Fiorentina followed by Caramelized Banana over Vanilla Ice Cream with Chocolate Sauce will insure the success of Cupid’s arrow when you go for a romantic dinner.” Vicolo Ristorante has the warmth, charm and friendliness of your favorite

neighborhood spot. It is a destination delight for all ages, families, romantic couples and music lovers especially on weekends. Vicoloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Complementary homemade Fruited Grappa and Bennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s warmth and hospitality are an added plus. Enjoy the secret recipes of Italy that Americans love. Call Benny for a reservation at 201497-8777 or just stop by. You can access their web site at www.vicoloristorante. com. His address is 216 Old Tappan Road in the Bi-State Plaza in Old Tappan, NJ.

A legendary lady who helped light the way to a more enlightened Rockland County

We all lost a champion of human rights and enlightened care for the vulnerable when Sister Helen Murphy of the Sisters of Charity of New York died October 4, 2017. Sister Helen was the Executive Director of the Saint Agatha’s Home for Children in Nanuet for a very short time in the late 60s and early 70s, an era of a vortex of change in the culture of care for neglected, abandoned, abused and orphaned children, and adults with brain related maladies caused by birth defects or disease. The era had a name, “Deinstitutionalization”. Sister was in the right place at the right time for all our sakes. Gentle, modest, soft spoken and dignified, she had a will of steel and an inspiring vision. Her legacy of “Firsts” and “Breakthroughs” border on the unbelievable. Here are just a few samples: Friday to Sunday Respite Care; Foster Boarding Homes; Non-Secure Detention Program for Youths. But the ones that had an earthquake effect were [1] opening of the very first “Group Home” in Rockland County for intellectually and developmentally disabled children and [2] the donation of 2 two acres of the Saint Agatha’s

Home campus to Camp Venture to allow the late Kathy Lukens, Venture’s Founder, to establish the first “Group Home” in Rockland County for intellectually and developmentally disabled adults, and maybe the first in the State constructed for such a specific purpose. Both took vision, great ingenuity and powers of persuasion. Regarding number one, Sister had to convince the then Rockland County Commissioner of Social Services to transfer children from the New York State operated Letchworth Village institution to the care of Saint Agatha’s Home, which would place them in a group home in keeping with the philosophy of Deinstitutionalization. Sounds easy. It wasn’t! The idea of moving these very young, fragile and dependent children into the community was so frightening to a misinformed public who found them “unappealing,” and feared for their safety and for property values, that it triggered a bitter firestorm of community resistance. But they underestimated Sister and her Team, her Deputy Executive Director Denis Barry, her Agency Clinical Psychologist

Dr. John Lukens, and me. In 1973, Sister and her Saint Agatha’s Home Board of Directors, all Sisters of Charity of New York, donated 2 two acres of the campus worth $50,000 so Kathy Lukens could build [1973-1975] a Group Home for twenty adults living in Letchworth Village. If the public thought Sister Helen was a fierce opponent, they didn’t know about Kathy Lukens, the fiercest warrior ever for social justice, civil rights and the dignity of the disabled. These two legendary ladies delivered a “one-two” punch to institutionalization and opponents of welcoming people with special needs to live among us. In the words of Matthew Shelley, Executive Director of Venture, “Sister Helen’s and the Sisters of Charity Board of Directors’ gift to Venture has reaped over 40 years of service to our intellectually and developmentally disabled “family”. Venture now serves approximately 1,000 individuals across an array of programs and provides loving homes in almost 30 residential settings with 215 beds. It is a beautiful legacy of the visionary, good works that took place so many years ago.” The “Group Home”, named “VENTURE INN”, was dedicated on October 30, 1976. The speakers at the ceremony were Kathy, Clarkstown Supervisor George Gerber who spearheaded the first zoning amendment in the County allowing group homes, and that young County Legislator. On Saturday, December 2nd, 41 years later, Venture will rename one of the two buildings that make up Venture Inn “The Sister Helen Murphy/Sisters of Charity Home.”

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Our towns and villages in Rockland County are pretty amazing all the time, but they seem to be most magical during the Holidays. As the gift-giving season arrives, keep in mind all the wonderful local businesses throughout the county. We all know that by shopping local, the money we spend goes back into our community, keeps our towns and villages thriving and impacts the value of homes in the area. But it’s so much more than that. Shopping locally owned businesses completely transforms shopping from a stressful, crowded, impersonal ordeal into a warm and inviting experience. Our local merchants personally chose their inventory and their shops are filled with all sorts of unexpected treasures that simply can’t be found in national retail chains. Our store owners thrive on giving each customer outstanding service and personal attention and have a wealth of ideas for the perfect gift for each person on your list. From clothing, jewelry, home furnishings and toys to sweet treats and restaurants that are happy to host or cater your affair, we have it all right here in Rockland County. I wish you all the happiest of Holiday s and a joyful, healthy and prosperous New Year. With that, here are the homes that sold in the rivertowns in October. October 2017 Home Sales in the Rockland County Rivertowns Style Location Address Bedrooms Baths List Price ($) Sale Price ($) Bi-Level C. Nyack 59 Laurel Rd 4 3 299,900 282,500 Cottage C. Nyack 43 W. Broadway 2 1 200,000 200,000 Contemporary U. Nyack 515 N. Broadway 4 3.1 1,500,000 1,325,000 Colonial U. Nyack 207 Highmount Av 5 3 829,900 812,000 Ranch U. Nyack 305 Fairview Ave 3 2.1 695,000 585,000 Tri-Level U. Nyack 208 Highmount Ave 4 2.1 495,000 495,000 Cape Cod U. Nyack 417 Centre Ave 3 2 399,000 410,000 Colonial U. Nyack 235 Birchwood Ave 4 2.1 385,000 375,000 Colonial Nyack 11 Prospect Ave 4 2.1 699,900 694,100 Townhouse Nyack 7 Village Gate Wa 2 2.1 445,000 429,000 Split Level Nyack 33 Dickinson Ave 3 1 405,000 366,500 Colonial S. Nyack 270 Piermont Ave 3 2 499,000 525,000 Contemporary U. Grandview 35 Shadyside Ave 4 3 745,000 715,000 Colonial U. Grandview 5 Shadyside Ave 3 2.1 495,000 470,000 Colonial Grandview 48 River Rd 3 2 895,000 850,000 Colonial Piermont 26 Franklin St 4 2.1 999,000 990,000 Townhouse Piermont 216 Gair St 4 3.1 629,000 615,000 Condo Piermont 68 Roundtree Cir 1 1 155,000 150,000 Colonial Palisades 75 Washington Spr. Rd 4 2 1,600,000 1,600,000 *The home listed above were sold by a variety of brokers proudly serving the Rivertowns* How is the Rivertown Real Estate Market? October 2017 YTD vs. October 2016 YTD - Single Family Homes New Inventory (the number of homes coming on the market) increased 2.3% (220 YTD 2017 vs. 215 YTD 2016). There was a 13.8% increase in the number of sales (124 YTD 2017 vs. 109 YTD 2016). The average sales price for homes that have sold decreased 3.2% to $666,082. The median sales price decreased 9.9% to $527,000. Overall, the average sales price for homes that have sold in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $467,932, up 2.8% over the same period last year. The median sales price in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $438,000, up 3.7% over the same period last year. October 2017 YTD vs. October 2016 YTD - Condos/Co-ops New inventory (the number of condos coming on the market) decreased 1.4% (70 YTD 2017 vs. 71 YTD 2016). There was an 11.1% decrease in the number of sales (40 YTD 2017 vs. 45 YTD 2016). The average sales price of condos that have sold remained unchanged at $407,500. The median sales price increased 45.5% to $407,500. Overall, the average sales price for condos that have sold in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $233,224, up 1.7% over the same period last year. The median sales price in Rockland County (inclusive of the rivertowns) was $197,250, up 1.2% over the same period last year.

Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation offers the gold standard of pain relief

Story/Photos: Tom Riley The talented team at Gramercy Pain Management and Rehabilitation keeps going from strength to strength. New member of the team is Dr. Justin Balavram, DPT. He told us: “I really enjoy working here at Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation because we see a variety of patients and the teamwork and communication between the staff couldn’t be better. “Two and a half years ago Dr. Gottlieb introduced physical therapy into his pain management clinic and the results have been most gratifying to his patients and the comprehensive quality of care we offer. “I take care of acute and chronic pain as they relate to sports related injuries, spinal injuries and post-op cases. I grew up in Clarkstown and graduated from the University of Buffalo with honors and received my Doctorate in Physical Therapy and I now serve my community by alleviating pain and restore healing.” Dr. Scott Gottlieb, MD, the owner of Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation located at 67 South Main Street in Pearl River has relieved the pain of thousands of patients here in the Hudson Valley. His staff continues to expand to better serve the community. Last year he added Nicole Murray, a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner known for her professionalism, expertise and caring manner. “With this expanding staff we now work together throughout the week which allows us to offer better patient care and

Dr. Justin Balavram, new member of the team at Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation, works on a client.

fast response in a medical emergency,” Dr. Gottlieb told us. “There is always someone here to ease your pain. We have tremendous success with spinal cord injuries, neuropathy, acute pain as a result of injury or illness, back problems, arthritis, spinal stenosis, cancer pain, degenerative disc problems

and muscular conditions.” Dr. Gottlieb added: “Justin’s expertise in physical therapy is part of the comprehensive care we offer here. There is no reason for anyone to be in severe pain all the time. Don’t let pain rule your life. “Relief is available for orthopedic, spine trauma related, cancer related and all

Dr. Scott Gottlieb, MD, the owner of Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation with Dr Justin Balavram and Nurse Practitioner Nicole Murray. forms of pain. We will locate the source of your pain and design a treatment program with a variety of options, that could include physical therapy, injections in the joint or spine along with minor surgical procedures and pain management of surgical pain. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Here at Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation we set the gold standard for a better quality of life,â&#x20AC;? said Dr. Gottlieb. To receive the gold standard in pain management and rehabilitation contact the warm and caring staff at Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation at 845-3680800 or visit their web site at www.gramercypain.com.

Chef Marcello’s Gourmet Imports are appearing everywhere Story: Tom Riley For decades Chef Marcello Russodivito has been promoting fine Italian cuisine at his restaurant, Marcello’s, located at 21 Lafayette Avenue in Suffern. For the last few years because of customer demand he has been committed to bringing the finest Italian products to the U.S. market. Most of these products come from small local farms and producers throughout Italy with special interest to those located in the undiscovered areas of the south. Marcello is one of five children and by the age of 14 he was sent to study at the Hotel Institute of Montecatini Terme in Tuscany for 3 years. To improve his skill he traveled the world to perfect his culinary talent in Switzerland, Germany, France, England and finally Bermuda where he met his wife Carolyn, and they both moved to the United States. In 1992 Marcello’s was voted in the top 50 of Italian Restaurants in the United States. Marcello told us: “Quality is everything. It is worth paying more for artisan pasta made with labor and love than eating supermarket pasta that has 4 grams of protein compared with my imported pasta that has 13 grams of protein. “I have the best gluten free pasta to be found in the Hudson Valley. Our olive oil is loaded with anti-oxidants and we have fourdifferent kinds of this tasty and medicinal olive oil. “In my beautiful Cooking Studio I have a small gourmet store where my imported products are displayed. When I give a cooking demonstration there is so much interest in the variety of items I imported.

“While in Italy I came across a small winery in Terresacre in Molise and their wines were just phenomenal. Today many liquor stores and restaurants in the Hudson Valley are featuring them. I am their Wine Ambassador,” said Marcello. “These high end artisanal products are worth the cost. Pasta made well cost less than a latte.”

Marcello Russodivito is not your ordinary restaurateur. Awards for culinary excellence, magazine covers and photos of Marcello with famous personages line the walls. Video demonstrations of his Chef’s Table and Cooking Studio where private parties are held entertain and inform. Marcello himself has written a number of well

received cook books. If you go to any of the stores selling his fine artisan products, you can receive a $20 Gift Certificate you can use at Marcelloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant. Marcelloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant is open for Lunch from 12-2pm and Dinner is 5pm to 9pm Monday to Thursday. Friday and Saturday Lunch is 12-2pm and Dinner is 5-9:30pm. Sunday Dinner is 3:30pm to to 8:30pm and all Parties start at 12 Noon. Call for Reservations at 845-357-9108. You can access his web site at www.marcellosgroup.com. You can Email him at info@marcellosgroup.com. Terresacre Wines Terresacre wines (see poster photographed right) are available for purchase at the following locations: Near us Rockland County Liquorland, Suffern NY Tel 845 357 4014 Spirit Town Valley Cottage, NY Tel

845 268 6027 Palmieri Wine & Spirit Nyack NY Tel 845-727-1057 TZ Liquors Orangeburg NY Tel 845 -359-0800 Bergen county New Jersey Liquorland Waldwick NJ Tel 201670-5777 Old Tappan Fine Wine & Spirit, Old Tappan, NJ 201 497-3583 Stew Leonard, Paramus Tel 973 -8597700 Stew Leonard Clifton, NJ Tel 973859-7700 Englewood Wine Merchants, Englewood, NJ 201-568-8820 Long Hill Liquor Oakland NJ Tel 201 337-3999 â&#x20AC;&#x2039;If you own a restaurant or wine shop and you like to taste our wines, please email me info@marcellosgroup.com or contact: www.wineemporiumny.com in NY www.lacoumewines.com in NJ

Marcelloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s is a wonderful landmark restaurant.

Skin Center Dermatology Group in New City is on the cutting edge of research

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Dr. Peter Friedman and his associates at The Skin Center Dermatology Group located at 200 East Eckerson Road in New City recently appeared in Dermatology News in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. It cited his study that a hand held Plasma machine could selectively remove actinic keratoses (pre-cancerous) lesions. This groundbreaking research holds great promise for the future and Dr. Friedman is in the process of applying for grants for further research. Dr. Friedman is the author of 40 research and clinical articles in dermatology and general scientific journals. His clinical and research work is often cited in top dermatological textbooks. The skin is the largest organ in the body and nobody knows more about its care than Dr. Peter C. Friedman, M.D.,Ph.D., FAAD. Dr. Friedman is an Instructor in Dermatology at Columbia University. Dr. Friedman is bringing advanced medical technology to help acne sufferers. “The idea acne sufferers should just “wait it out” is ridiculous. It affects one out of

The Skin Center Dermatology Group is on the cutting edge of research. 3 people at some stage of their lives. We offer state-of-the-art care for the treatment of acne. “We are using more technology, such as Photographic Monitoring which generally encourages our patients to continue treatments as they see improvement.” “In this center we treat a lot of skin cancers. Summer has ended and we advise our clients to come in for skin checks. “We use modern full body photography in combination with a computer based program to detect skin cancers. We call it Mole Mapping.

“You want to diagnose skin cancer as early as possible. By using photography and computer science the chances of discovering changing or new skin that can be potentially cancerous allows the patient to get often lifesaving treatment early, thereby increasing their chance of survival.” Dr. Friedman added: “We provide diagnosis, treatment and management for all types of dermatological problems and skin conditions. We have the best technology has to offer like the latest phototherapy and laser equipment. “We have a wonderful App college

Dr. Peter Friedman in his office at the Skin Center Dermatology Group in New City. students and people on the go are taking advantage of. They take a picture of any skin condition worrying them and we can offer telemedicine management until they can schedule an appointment. “We also perform surgical procedures--the removal of benign lesions, moles, cysts as well as certain skin cancers. “We offer narrow-band ultra light treatment, hand and foot UVA and Excimer Laser Treatment for psoriasis, exczema, cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL) and

other skin conditions,” said Dr. Friedman. “We also do a lot of full skin exams for skin cancer screening and mole checks. Skin cancer can develop anywhere on the skin. Sun exposure is the most preventable risk factor for all skin cancers, including melanoma. “Skin cancer is very treatable if caught early. I recommend seeing a dermatologist once a year for a full skin exam for skin cancer screening and mole checks. If you have had skin cancer get a full skin exam every 3-6 months.”

For the best dermatological care in the Hudson Valley go to The Skin Center Dermatology Group in New City. Dr. Friedman and his warm and caring staff will offer you state-of-the-art care in a beautiful office. Call 352-0500 to make an appointment. You can access their web site at www.skincenterderm.com. Schedule an appointment for more healthier and beautiful skin

Original Designs features best-selling customizing jewelry from Paris

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Original Designs located at 187 South Main Street in New City is always the first jewelry store in the county to feature trendsetters and originally designed jewelry. Cindi Weissblatt, who along with her husband Steve, owns Original Designs, told us: “This year Les Georgettes, a French designer bracelet featuring interchangeable leather bands is a real favorite. “This innovative, patented concept lets you customize your bracelets by switching or reversing the color leather bands. You can create your own collection of exclusive Les Georgettes to go with your outfit, your bag, or your mood of the moment! “ It comes in 16 patterns, 7 finishes, 3 sizes, 48 leather colors and gives you more than 15,000 possibilities. It’s one of the hottest trends in jewelry and they are moving fast.” Steve added: “Another trendsetter is Kyboe Watches which came out of the French Riviera. It has grown to become a global watch sensation because every watch lights up and its bold design de-

Steve and Cindi Weissblatt, the owners of Original Designs, in New City. mands the attention of trendsetters everywhere. “They were named Oprah’s Favorite Things of 2016. Kyboe! will light up your life this Holiday Season.” Steve continued: “People come from all over the Hudson Valley to buy the hottest trends in jewelry here in Original Designs. We also specialize in custom jewelry. I’m a bench jeweler and I do repairs and re-

mounts. Most repairs are done promptly here on the premises.” “ When you visit us you can apply for The Buyer’s Club Card. With the Buyer’s Club card you receive a $10 Gift Card after Five Purchases of $20 or more. “We are celebrating our 34th Anniversary and The Buyers Club Card will enable you to have discounts, coupons and promotions all by email.

Above: Les Georgettes designer bracelets are the hot gift this Holiday season.

“We are open 7 days a week from Black Friday to Christmas and we have affordable gifts for every budget. On December 9th, we will be having a Les Georgettes Trunk Show all day.” “If you need a watch repaired or gems remounted in a timely manner or are looking for a bracelet, kids jewelry, men’s jewelry, pearls, diamond rings, watches, or Words From The Heart, come to Original Designs where the staff loves to work. “We set ourselves apart by listening to trends, staying within everyone’s budget and by giving back to the community. We have lots of jewelry with positive meanings and positive reinforcement,” said Cindi. They have a very popular online service and you can access their web site at www.originaldesignsjewelry.com. You can call the store at 845-634-1335 or Email them at originaldesignsjeweler@ gmail.com. You can also access them on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

Ophthalmologist Dr. Soo Mee Pak welcomes patients to a new location in New City Story/Photos: Tom Riley Dr. Soo Mee Pak, M.D. a Board Certified ophthalmologist and the owner of Ophthalmology Partners of Rockland is welcoming 150--170 patients a day to her new location at 112 Maple Avenue in New City. She has over 30 years of experience specializing in cataract surgery, corneal transplants and LASIK Surgery. She treats all medical and surgical diseases of the eye. Dr. Pak and her husband, Tony, an Optician completely gutted an old building on Maple Avenue and made it new. They are now a full service ophthalmology center and Dr. Soo Mee Pak is considered the foremost corneal specialist in Rockland. Local businesses are very happy with the increased traffic on Maple Avenue. Dr. Pak and her husband created patient friendly parking and an eco-friendly environment with the building of a catchment basin for the collection of rainwater runoff. With an in-office optician you can get intraocular lenses and other services. Now there is a way for you to see even better after cataract surgery by having the ability to see at both near and far distances without wearing glasses after surgery. New premium lens implants are now available and Dr. Pak will help you choose the best lens for your specific situation. Are you wondering if LASIK Eye Surgery is right for you? Dr. Pak will perform a LASIK pre-operative eye exam to determine which procedure is best to renew your vision. Ophthalmology Partners of Rockland offers a

convenient service where you can order your contact lenses online. Dr. Pak told us: “Our emphasis here is on patient care. When you call you will feel a real personal warm experience, there is no automated answering service. Our staff will treat you like family. “We offer intraocular lenses to correct astigmatism, distance and near vision and corneal, refractive and LASIK surgery. I also have surgery privileges at Nyack Hospital and at an ambulatory surgery center, Surgicare of Mawah in New Jersey,” said Dr. Pak. Here is what Terry P. of Nyack said when she gave Dr. Pak 5 Stars. “I have been Dr. Pak’s patient for 10 years. I have always found her to be thorough and highly professional. “I’m a diabetic, so I need 2 exams a year, one medical to assess the disease’s impact on my eyes, and another

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Vanessa, Denneica, Courtney, Bennie, Dr. Soo Mee Pak, M.D., Owner, and her husband, Tony, an Optometrist.

more common exam to test my eyesight. “Every year Dr. Pak does a great job of explaining things to me in terms I can understand. She’s a great doctor whom I highly recommend.” Ophthalmology Partners of Rockland takes most insurances. If you have any eye problems you are concerned about give Dr. Pak and her

warm and caring staff a call at 845634-2900. Ophthalmology Partners of Rockland is located at 112 Maple Avenue in New City. You can access their web site at www.oprockland. com. Take care of your eyes. Be the person who says, “I opened two gifts this morning, they were my eyes.”

Bright new future dawns at Jawonio

“We’ve outlived the useful life of this building and we’re delighted that on November 15th we held a groundbreaking ceremony to begin our $18 million dollar revitalization and launched our public goal of $10 million dollars for our Capital Campaign, “Building For Tomorrow’ Our new building will match the good work we’re doing here,” said Jill Warner, CEO of Jawonio. “For almost 70 years, Jawonio has served the area’s special needs population, providing services aimed at advancing the independence and well-being of people with developmental disabilities, behavioral health challenges and chronic medical conditions. “We support, teach, train, employ and educate individuals with special needs by providing holistic, person-centered services. The flow of the new building will increase our ability in quality service delivery as well as communication and collaboration of staff.” Diana Hess, chief development officer added: “The mission of Jawonio continues to be driven by meeting the needs of the people and communities we serve in both Rockland and Westchester Counties. “Jawonio employs 1150 dedicated and talented professionals providing services of more than 10,000 people per year.” Diana introduced us to Diogenes, who has been working as a custodian in the award-winning Jawonio Cleaning Company for the last three months. “I’m so happy about the training I received in Green Cleaning. Everybody has been nice to me and they give me help when I need it. It’s great earning money for rent, gas & food and having the independence that work allows you to have,” said Diogenes.

Alex Van Slyck, 27, was in Jawonio early intervention and preschool, now living in the Jawonio Cumming home in Palisades, NY. Alex’s dad, Bill is a member of the Jawonio Board of Directors and serves on The Jawonio Capital Campaign Steering Committee. Sheri Muth, division director, employment & day services, said: “We have approximately 150 cleaners in our workforce, and we have contracts in Rockland that includes the the entire, Rockland County Robert Yeager Health Complex as well as the Rockland Sewer District facilities.” said Sheri Muth, Division Director, Employment & Day Services. Jerry Staller, Division Director of Education & Clinical Services was joined by Jawo-

nio Board member Bill Van Slyck, and father of Alex, a 27 year old young man, who attended Early Intervention, the Jawonio Special Education Preschool and currently lives in the Cumming Group Home in Palisades. Staller stated, “The state-of-the-art classrooms staffed by highly educated professionals are committed to providing all our children with a nurturing and stimulating environment that schedules instruction and age appropriate activities modified to each child’s needs,” said Jerry. Joan Maurer, Director of the Infant Development Program said, “We offer early intervention and treatment services for children age 0-3 through home and agency-based models in individual and group settings.” Janet Murphy, Division Director of Community Living Services said, “We offer residential services for adults in a homelike atmosphere which fosters increased independent living skills for people with a variety of disabilities. At present we have 123 people living in the community.” Jane Mullin, Chief Strategic Integration Officer said, “We address the current & future needs of children, adults and their families seeking support & assistance at Jawonio.” Dr.Joe Zweig, Director of Behavioral Health Services said, “We use a strengthbased approach to recovery with our more than 200 participants. These are people who have goals, and have faced difficulties along the way and we provide therapeutic, art and wellness strategies to help them reach their goals by “offering many choices, including employment services in a college campus like environment. Out of the 91 facilities similar to Jawonio in New York State we

(L-R) Janet Murphy, Division Director, Community Living Services; Jane Mullin, Chief Strategic Integration Officer; Sheri Muth, Division Director, Employment and Day Services(Rockland and Westchester); Jill Warner, CEO; Jerry Staller, Division Director, Education and Clinical Services; Dr Joe Zweig, Director, Behavioral Health Services with Tom Riley, Rivertown Magazine. Left: How the new Jawonio building will look. Lower left: Vanessa and Jose with daughter Ryley.

have the lowest rate of re-hospitalization.” One participant named Mrs U said, “Since I’ve been in PROmiSe (Personalized Recovery Oriented Services) my mental health has improved and my depression, anxiety and trauma have subsided. I’m thriving, I have more understanding and the support I

receive is wonderful. I am a new person after 9 months at Jawonio.” Rivertown Magazine interviewed two recipients of services at Jawonio. Vanessa and José live in Rockland with their beautiful daughter Ryley who has Pfeiffer Syndrome. Ryley is in the Early Intervention Pro-

gram. Vanessa said, “This program has made a huge difference. She has learned to share, her walking has improved and the attention the staff provides is just amazing. She eats better and the services Jawonio provides are just great.” José said, “Ryley has had 10 surgeries and the last trachea surgery was tough.” If you would like to find out more about Jawonio and their lifespan services for people with special needs or the Jawonio “Building For Tomorrow” Campaign and would like a tour or consider making a yearend tax-deductible contribution please visit http://www.jawonio.org or contact Diana Hess, Chief Development Officer at 845708-2022 or via email at diana.hess@jawonio.org<mailto:diana.hess@jawonio.org>. Jawonio: Inspiring People With Special Needs to reach their highest potential. The Jawonio Main Campus is at 260 N.Little Tor Road in New City, with locations in both Rockland and Westchester Counties in New York.

Dr. Donald Liss and PM&R have given more than 200,000 patients a better quality of life

L to R Dr. Jeff R. Pavell, D.O., Dr. Donald Liss, M.D., Dr. Philip Tasca, M.D. and Dr. Shan Babeendran, D.O., the accomplished and experienced physicians at Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation in Bardonia.

Story/Photos: Tom Riley

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation located at 365 Route 304 in Bardonia is celebrating their 21st year of offering total coordination of health care all under one roof. They are so well regarded that more than 200,000 patients put their health care under a team of expert physicians and physical and occupational therapists who worked together to put them on the road to recovery. Upon entering The PM&R Center at 365 Route 304, Suite 102, Bardonia - you’ll immediately recognize their commitment to providing the best in patient care. From their spacious exam rooms, individualized therapy, and the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technologies, you see that their team is dedicated to providing expert care in privacy and comfort.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Center is located at 365 Route 304, Suite 102, in Bardonia.

Dr. Donald Liss told us: “What makes this place unique is the level of communication and cooperation that takes place on a daily basis.

“When a therapist sees a patient, let’s say for a disc problem on a joint probe, all he has to do is walk down the hall and speak to one of the doc-

The large, talented team at PM&R - Top row (from left) - Suzanne Lucido, Tomasz Szeliga, Liz Zinno, Dr. Donald Liss, MD, Dr. Shan Babeenran, Tara Wamsley, Thyer Henry. Bottom Row - Maryanne Almstrom, Elizabeth Roman, Dr. Rochelle Brief, Andrea Carty, Tracy Deloatch, Stephanie Diaz and Eleazer “von” Incabo.

tors, there’s no waiting for weeks for a consultation. “We have doctors, therapists, neurologists, physiatrists and osteopaths all under one roof. We treat people of all ages for sports related injuries, ankle sprains, back pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, neck pain and the elderly who are struggling to stay safely on their feet. “Approximately 30% of our patients are post-operative cases with knee replacements, rotator cuff surgery and back surgery. The rest are doing pro-active things to avoid surgery. We are a multi-disciplinary center and hands on and we are open 7am in the morning to 8pm at night to see patient after work.” Dr. Liss added: “Some of our ser-

vices include one-on-one physical therapy, occupational and hand therapy, sports medicine, interventional pain medicine, osteopathic manipulative treatment, fluoroscopic and ultrasound, guided injection procedures and supervised fitness programs. “Our physiatrists are pain management doctors who will help you avoid surgery and will aid you a step before surgery or after surgery. You can schedule you appointment online by accessing our web site www.Rehabmed.net or by calling our office at 845-624-2182. “We also work closely with other doctors in the area to give you the best quality of life.” You can email PM&R at info@rehabmed.net. The owners of the PM&R Center

in Bardonia are Dr. Shan Babeendran, D.O., Dr. Donald Liss, M.D., Dr. Jeff Pavell, D.O. and Philip Tasca, M.D. All the doctors teach at Columbia University. Walk-in are welcome. There are 4 other Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Centers in Englewood, NJ, Fort Lee, NJ, West New York, NJ and Riverdale. You can call the Englewood Center at 201-567-2277, the Fort Lee Center at 201-363-8880 and the West New York Center at 201-662-7612. The Riverdale Center can be be reached at 718-884-1200.

Hudson 303 Sport Cafe at Tappan Golf Center gets rave reviews

Story: Tom Riley There’s always something to do at The Tappan Golf Center, the largest indoor golf center in America. The property includes 100 heated and all weather protected practice booths on 2 levels, 18 hole miniature golf course, indoor heated batting practice center, outdoor go-kart, a full service pro shop and The Hudson 303 Sports Cafe that is drawing rave reviews. Here is what Steff L. from Jersey City said, “I really love this place. I’ve come in for dinner and drinks several times and I always leave extremely happy. “The service is incredibly friendly, the atmosphere is great, and there are plenty of TV’s. There is an extensive rotating Craft Beer selection and the food never disappoints. “My favorites are the filet mignon sliders and the chili. I’d recommend this spot to anyone, but it’s extremely perfect for a date. Play a round of Mini-Golf and then get some pints and share some delicious appetizers.” Owner William Cho told us: “There is always something good at the Hudson 303 Sport Cafe. “Families and golfers can make it a fun-filled day or evening with all the activities on premise. Then they stop by at the Hudson 303 Sport Cafe and try our delicious signature dishes or just relax and enjoy all the sports on our 11 HD TV’s and our extensive beer selections. “We have a great new Chef and all our dishes are made from scratch. Our quality Angus ceef and GMO Free all natural poultry is in demand. Our environment is unique with so many activities to choose

Allison pours a beer at the Hudson Sport Cafe. from. We are open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:30am-10pm.” William added: “We have lots of private parties and corporate events and we host golf outings. There is a buffet menu available and we do Catering upon request. “I would describe our cuisine as New American Gastro Pub. People just love our Gourmet Burgers. Some of the Specials we offer includes our Two for Tuesday. It includes 2 Buckets of Balls, 2 Craft

Beers of your choice and 2 Classic Burgers for $40. It is really a $65 dollar value. “ Wednesday is Family Night, You Buy One and get the other Free. If you pay for one round of Mini Golf you get the other Free. If you come to the restaurant and pay for one full meal, children under 10 get a meal Free,” said William. “Our Happy Hour is from 3:30pm-6:30pm Tuesday through Friday and we have Food and Drink Specials.”

You’ll love the food at Hudson 303 Sport Cafe..

“We really are a hidden gem in the County. Families and golfers can spend the whole day here. We want to emphasize the quality of our food and the ambiance here at the Hudson 303 Sports Cafe. “Our amazing Craft Beer selection is

a hit with our customers. On Friday and Saturday night we have Live Entertainment. Paul Cray, a singer/comedian will be here December 8th from 7-10pm..” Call The Hudson Sports Cafe at 845-

848-2441. You can access their web site at www.hudson303.com. The 303 Hudson Sport Cafe is located at 116 Route 303 in Tappan.

Above: First place children, White Peacock. Photo: Ray Wright. Right: Nyack Art Collective winner of best float - Dead Artists Make All the Money.

Nyack Halloween Parade is a big winner yet again!

The Nyack Chamber of Commerce hosted its 30th annual Halloween Parade. The event, organized by the Chamber and sponsored by leading local merchants, once again broke records for color, creativity and the sheer size of the spectator crowd — estimated at 30,000. Guinness/Oak Beverages, 5 Wits, Autobahn Indoor Speedway, and Bach to Rock music school provided generous support for the parade as sponsors. “The Travel Channel currently ranks Nyack’s parade fourth in their Top 10 Best Halloween Parades nationwide,” said Scott Baird, President, Nyack Chamber. “After this year’s performance, the Nyack parade could well move up a notch just based on the ‘wow’ factor --- which gets more spectacular every year.” The fun-filled event featured marching bands, festooned fire trucks, fantasmagorical floats and a host of revelers in the wackiest

costumes this side of the grave. Teen performers from the “Bach to Rock” music school were among the many live entertainers who regaled the crowds before and after the parade. With over $2,000 in prize money on the table, contest entries for both floats and costumes were more inventive than ever. In the formal contest categories, the Nyack Art Collective took the $750 first prize for best float with “Dead Artists Make All the Money” as the theme. Building on this compelling Halloween message, many dead artists in costume accompanied the float; the prize money will be used to help the organization incorporate and live a long life in the Nyack community. Nyack Parks Conservancy won the $500 second prize with a “Rock the Parks” float manned by a huge contingent of happy, playful, park-loving kids. Blue Rock School’s beautifully crafted ”School House” — all lit up with

the light of learning — took third in the float category, Costume entrants were just as creative as the floats. Over a hundred contestants competed in seven costume categories for the $650 in total costume prizes. John Mulgrew, a perennial parade favorite, landed the top costume prize with his super scary “Itchy and Scratchy” mega-costume. Complete with fully operational hatchet, sledge hammer and chain saw, Mulgrew’s entry met every one of the judges’ criteria for originality, workmanship and design. Sarah Omer of Monsey took second prize with her beautifully crafted “Mary Poppins” costume – complete with detailed dress, bonnet, parasol and matching shoes. Bob Ross, in “Happy Tree,” received the Sponsor’s Choice award: How cute things in nature can go seriously wrong.

Sparkill Steakhouse’s Prime Tomahawk Steak wins lots of fans

Sparkill Steakhouse owners Sal Daguti and Carlo Cungu.

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Steak lovers from all over the Hudson Valley are making a beeline to Sparkill Steakhouse and they all are ordering their famous Prime Tomahawk Rib Eye Steak for Two. It has to be cooked medium rare because it’s 2 inches thick and weighs over 32 ounces. Sal Daguti, co-owner with Carlo Cungu, of this landmark restaurant, said: “It’s been the best year ever because we’ve been having more parties and weddings upstairs and more corporate parties in the Wine Cellar. “It has been great also for Holiday parties, Anniversaries and Birthday Parties.” Sal and Carlo are celebrating their 5th Anniversary in bringing a big city steakhouse to Rockland. They worked together for years at the legendary Sparks Steakhouse in Manhattan. Here’s what one enthusiastic customer said, “I tried Sparkill Steakhouse last night and was delighted. We were surprised to discover an outstanding NYC steakhouse in our neighborhood. “Carlo and Sal know their stuff and source their meat from the same place as Sparks. They have created hands down, the best steakhouse in Rockland County. The parking is ample and there is lovely outdoor seating for the Spring and Summer months.

“The bartender is pleasant and talkative but not intrusive. When our party of five arrived we were escorted to the dining room. We started with the Canadian Bacon Appetizer which was unusual and outstanding. The oysters we shared were also very good.

“Two of us shared a Porterhouse and two had Strip Steak and one enjoyed a Filet Mignon. Our sides were creamed spinach, steamed asparagus, baked potato and steak frites, all of which were perfect. Dessert was lovely.” Sal continued: “We have upgraded our

The delicious Prime Tomahawk Rib Eye steak is proving a big hit at Sparkill Steakhouse.

menu and have added Prime T-Bone Steak, Oscar Style Filet Mignon with Crabmeat on Top and new chicken dishes like scarpariello which is chicken, garlic, pepper, white wine, lemon sauce and potatoes.

“We also have whole wheat penne primavera with broccoli, asparagus, beets, mushrooms and onions. We are open 7 days a week. Lunch is from 12-3pm Monday through Thursday, Friday 12-11pm,

Sat 4-11pm and Sunday 3-9pm. On New Years Eve we’ll have Live Music,” said Sal. “We are getting quite a reputation for our seafood with items like lobster tails, broiled shrimp, fresh oysters & clams and colossal crabmeat. We are also offering more Italian specials with seafood. People rave about our Colorado Rack of Lamb, Double Cut Veal Chops, Sesame Seed Classic Tuna with Sweet & Sour. Our American Prime Cheese Burger with Bacon, Cheese & Sautéed Onions served with our homemade fries is a home run. We do have Take-Out but we don’t deliver. If you are a corporation, Rotary Club or want to hold a special event like a wedding, anniversary or birthday party give Sparkill Steakhouse a call at 845398-3300 or visit their web site at www. SparkillSteakhouse.com. While you are there ask about their Prime Tomahawk Rib Eye Steak for Two.

European Wax Center in New City celebrates its 5th anniversary - and the opening of a new center in Airmont

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Bensari Sharma is a real trailblazer. She opened the European Wax Center five years ago because she believed feeling gorgeous and looking fabulous isn’t just for the privileged, it’s for everyone who wants to flaunt the smoothest skin, whenever they want. Bensari Sharma brought Waxing For All to the county and thousands of women and men have smoother, more luxurious skin. They’ve been liberated from poorly lit, unsightly treatment rooms where the risk of infection is high. Bensari told us: “What sets us apart is the impeccably clean and sanitary treatment rooms. We never, ever double dip. It’s too unsanitary and can cause all kinds of infections, “We use a brand new set of sticks on every person when we apply the wax. We’ve given waxing a much needed makeover and after 5 years we are busier than ever, because heavenly skin is in.” Bensari added: “I want to take this opportunity to thank all our wonderful clients for believing in us. “We’ve done so well we going to open another European Wax Center at 247 Route 59 in Airmont. It should be opened this month. “Prior to opening we are holding a Premier Week where you’ll be able to receive any service for free. We are

offering these complementary services for training for our Wax Professionals. “You can sign up for these complementary services by going on our web site at www.waxcenter/locations to sign up for Premier Week Complementary Services,” said Bensari. “You can call our European Wax Center in Airmont at 845-533-2210.” “I want to tell everybody about our Specials which are available to December 31st. If you buy 9 waxing sessions you get 3 Free. “If you buy our Unlimited Waxes for 12 Months you get the 13th Month Free. First time guests at any of our two centers receive an Eyebrow, Bikini Line or Underarm Waxing Free. Men get an Eyebrow, Ear or Nose Wax Free. Our seasoned technicians have been with the company for years. We received a 5.0 Rating from Google,

that’s the best you can get,” said Bensari. Bensari added: “We have a brand new product line called Strut 365. It’s the first change since our inception and now you can reveal and maintain beautiful skin, every day from home. The waxing procedure is incredibly painless. “Call our warm and caring staff at 845-634-9299 or 201-410-6718 and pamper yourself.” Satisfied client Kristen says: “I went for my first Brazilian laser hair

L to R Angela, Elyse, Caitlin, Laura, Myrna, Stephanie, Sandy, Anneliese, holding Bensari Sharma, owner of European Wax Center in New City and Airmont.

removal session and I will definitely be going back! The staff was friendly. “I was in and out of the session itself in less than 5 minutes and had no pain or discomfort during or after! I will post again once I start seeing results!”

Another client said: “The waxer was so wonderful, kind, friendly and knowledgeable. I enjoy every visit.” Another said: “The best waxing experience you will ever have.”

You can access the European Wax Center’s web site at www.waxcenter.

com. You can Email Bensari at Bensari.Sharma@waxcenter.com. The European Wax Center in New City is located at 180 North Main Street #5 in New City.

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Dusty Rose in New City celebrates its 37th anniversary with a big following Story/Photos: Tom Riley Roberta and Mike Zahl, the owners of Dusty Rose in the Clarkstown Mall didn’t know when they opened 37 years ago that their mini-department store would be such a hit with women. Roberta told us: “It’s a great place to go Christmas shopping. We have every kind of top, going out tops, leggings, jeans and trousers and our cruise wear and bathing suits are coming in. “We have faux fur vests and coats for the cold weather and a full range of bras, lingerie and underwear. “Our merchandise is discounted and our knowledgeable and experienced sales associates have a reputation for giving the customers personal attention. “We were named in a magazine as your Favorite Sales Ladies. We are a welcoming full service store with a friendly atmosphere. If you come in for bras you know you’ll be fitted properly.” Roberta added: “Lots of people think of us as a lingerie store but today sportswear dominates our inventory. “Although we have a full line of lingerie and are known for expert bra fitting: our bathing suits, cover-ups, leggings, exer-

cise wear, tops, dresses and pants are hits with modern women of all ages. “We cater to teenagers on up. Our biggest draw is all merchandise is discounted. People leave here feeling that they have been treated with tender loving care. “Mike and I have another store in Westchester at the Rye Ridge Shopping Center in Rye Brook, we opened it two years after opening Dusty Rose in New City. Mike was a pharmacist and I had just graduated college when we opened Dusty Rose in New City.” Roberta continued: “Some of our tee shirt brands we carry include Michael Stars, Splendid, Lilla P, Velvet and Wilt. In dresses we carry Ella Moss, Sanctuary, Wilt and many more. “In leggings we have Lisse, Vince, Rune, and David Lerner plus accessories like scarves and jewelry. Bras - you name it we have it, Wacoal, Chantelle, Maidenform, Natori, Simone Perele, Calvin Klein and many more. In hosiery we carry Hanes, Calvin Klein and Donna Karan. There is nothing comparable to be found in the Hudson Valley. We run the gamut of underwear and outerwear. We go out of our way to look for unusual things,” said

Roberta. Here is what Ruth had to say about Dusty Rose. “This store has been around a long time for good reason. If you are looking for someone who can give you serious help on your wardrobe, this is the place.

From left: Mary, owner Roberta Zahl and Sue Bell have been named Rocklandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite sales ladies

I have always purchased all my intimate wear here, because the staff is knowledgeable and will always tell you what fits you, what works best with an outfit, etc. And the selection is great!â&#x20AC;? Mike and Roberta travel a lot and both

have a great eye for what is trendy and in style. For quality fashion at a discount go to this hidden gem in the Clarkstown Mall and find the treasures that have kept them in business for 37 years. You can call Roberta at 845-638-1133

or just walk into their shop and browse around. When you walk into that Special Occasion all eyes will be on you. Dusty Rose is located at 170 South Main Street # 2 in the Clarkstown Mall.

Rockland Pride Ball honors Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty, Rand Commercial, and Joseph Rand were thrilled to be among the honorees at the Rockland County Pride Center’s Pride Ball, which was held on Saturday, October 14, 2017, at the Nyack Bath House. “I’m humbled to have our companies recognized by an organization that has provided LGBTQ residents with an outlet that ensures their equality,” said Joseph Rand, managing partner of Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty and Rand Commercial. “Having a group such as this one is important for Rockland’s ever-growing diversity, and it’s going to make a difference for many within the county.” The Rockland County Pride Center is located at 28 South Franklin Street in Nyack. They provide family services, youth programs, support groups, senior care, workshops, and volunteer opportunities, all with the goal of building a strong connection between Rockland’s LGBTQ population and the rest of the community. Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty, Rand Commercial, and Joseph Rand was given the LGBTQ Business Champion Award. The night’s other honorees

Robert Maher, Phyllis B. Frank, and Joseph Rand

were Phyllis B. Frank, who received the LGBTQ Pioneer Award; and TOUCH (Together Our Unity Can Heal), who, along with their executive director, Robert Maher, were given the LGBTQ Service Award. The Business Champion Award is given to a recipient who has contributed to Rockland’s LGBTQ community through dedication to social justice. The Pioneer Award is given to an individual who has worked to promote an understanding and desire to strengthen the county’s LGBTQ environment. The Service Award is given to a recipient who has shown support for the LGBTQ community through education, advocacy, and providing services. “The Rand companies and Joseph were instrumental in helping us acquire the property for our new headquarters,” said Brooke Malloy, executive director of the

Rockland County Pride Center. “Along with others, they also helped us with our very first fundraiser, where we raised over $350,000.00 in one evening. They can always be counted on for advice and support, and it’s businesses like them that make it possible for LGBTQ equality.” “As a founding member of the Rockland County Pride Center, Rand Commercial supports and celebrates the LGBTQ community and the work they have done to promote acceptance of others,” said Paul Adler, Esq., Regional Manager of Rand Commercial. “We believe in the American promise of equality and justice for all, and we will stand by this organization as it continues to defend that promise.”

Peggy and David Connolly: Nobody knows more about Rockland’s real estate Story: Murray Phillips Realtor Peggy Connolly has touched the lives of thousands of people throughout Rockland County. For more than 30 years, she has been in the middle of thousands and thousands of real estate sales. Nobody knows Rockland – and its residents – better than Peggy. She truly feels that “Rockland is wonderful place to live.” She has won multiple awards for her excellence as a realtor including Platinum Elite, Emerald, Legend and Outstanding Performance awards. No realtor has her finger on the local market better than Peggy. And right now she thinks is a fantastic time to buy – and sell. “Business is fantastic right now,” she told us over lunch at Sheeran’s in Tomkins Cove. “Properties in the $350,000 to $500,000 range are lasting a short period of time on the market.” Her son, David Connolly, who’s also

135 South William Street, Pearl River. Magnificent two-family home. Main level absolutely gorgeous three bedrooms, living room, dining room, kitchen and bath.

Mother-and-son winning team: Peggy Connolly and son David. her business partner, added: “Some properties are flying off the shelves. There are some good buys out there.” Peggy added: “You touch peoples’ lives in so many ways. You form a relationship with your customers. We’re local and we

know many of our clients.” David has been in real estate 20 years. And has inherited his mother’s Irish charm. One satisfied client raved about Peggy: “Five stars are not enough! You could not ask for a better agent than Peggy Connol-

50 South Main Street, Pearl River. Magnificent investment property in heart of Pearl River. Five residential units and two stores. $997,000.

12 Valley Court, Pearl River. Wow! A beautifully maintained house. $599,000.

Fabulous business property 50 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River. Gorgeous office property. Would suit professional business, such as a doctor’s or an attorney’s. Great location. In the heart of Pearl River. First floor has four offices, huge conference room, half bath. Upstairs has five offices, full kitchen with dining room. $649,900.

ly. From start to finish, she guides you through the selling process, with ease. “She is professional, knowledgeable and is at your service day and night. It was truly a pleasure working with Peggy and we cannot thank her enough for ALL that she did for us.” On these pages, you can see some of the good buys that are out there – and Peggy and David have got the keys to all of them!! To reach Peggy, call her at 914 715 5675, or at her office at Better Homes and Gardens 845 735 3700 x6525. You can reach her son David at 845-590-5468.

8 Aberdeen Drive, West Nyack. Close to school, close to shops. Eat-in kitchen. Formal dining room. In-ground pool. $500,000

Majestic riverview estate

1094 Route 9W, Upper Grandview: Majestically overlooking the Hudson River, this home offers the utmost in extraordinary living. Exquisite architecture, elegant craftsmanship and sweeping views of the Hudson and the two Tappan Zee Bridges only begin to describe this spectacular home. $1.59 million.

DeMoya & Associates the legal team for divorce, family law, bankruptcy and immigration Story/Photos: Tom Riley Desiree DeMoya sums up the reasons for her law firm’s amazing success: “Our motto at de Moya and Associates is Good Thinking and Practical Solutions. “We advocate for our client’s rights, however we’re very realistic and acutely aware of the emotional, mental, and financial toll litigation has on our clients. “Our firm is here to help, not bury our clients in legal fees, or make an already difficult situation worse. That’s why, in addition to our free divorce and bankruptcy consultations, we offer affordable payment plans. “Ninety percent of our clients are referred by existing or former clients. I attribute our thriving practice to listening well, and legitimately caring about our clients. We’re straight forward and work one-onone with our clients. “We provide personal and professional counsel to every client, taking the time to build a strong relationship in order to understand their specific legal needs and objectives. We’ve expanded our staff to meet the needs of our clients. “Our goal is to become your ‘Family Attorney’, the lawyers you turn to when a legal issue arises.” Desiree de Moya, Esq., has been practicing law in New York for over 25 years and de Moya & Associates, P.C. is located at 163 South Main Street in New City. The four attorneys who are part of the expanding team at de Moya & Associates. P.C. are Irene Martinez, Esq., Nicole Garcia, Esq., Ivon Anaya, Esq, and Alexandra

Desiree DeMoya: “Our firm is here to help, not bury our clients in legal fees or make a difficult situation worse.” Bisesi, Esq. Irene Martinez practices divorce/family law, criminal and immigration law. “I joined private practice as a young associate shortly after graduating from Pace Law School. “Since then I have helped numerous clients facing deportation navigate the complexities of the immigration laws, as well as guiding families through stressful divorce and family law proceedings. One of my priorities is to form a strong relationship with my clients - -their case is as important to me as it is to them. “I take pride in the work I do for my clients whether it is divorce or custody or an immigration matter. These are life changing events and that is how I approach them.” Nicole D. Garcia, Esq. assists the family law, criminal law, and immigration law teams. She is a graduate of Western New England University School of Law where she was Vice President of the Family Law Association and a participant in the Criminal Law Clinic. “I am passionate about the work I do and I am dedicated to helping my clients through some of their toughest experiences. Clients look to us, not only to advocate their wishes, but also for guidance navigating areas no one ever imagined they would encounter.”

Nicole is a member of the Board of Directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County. Ivon Anaya, Esq., practices Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense, and Immigration Law. “I received a Master’s Degree in Law (LL.M) from Pace Law School. “As a student at Pace, I volunteered in the predatory lending and mortgage foreclosure defense program. I was also involved in the HUD-Certified Agency HDSW gaining extensive experience in Foreclosure Defense. Bankruptcy became a natural extension of my Foreclosure Defense cases. “I am committed to zealously assisting my clients. I pride myself on being sensitive to the needs of my clients. I approach each legal issue diligently, efficiently, and realistically.” Alexandra Bisesi, Esq. is the practice’s senior associate. Alexandra is an integral part of the Divorce and Family Law team and also handles some of our Criminal Law and Traffic Violations/DWI cases. She told us: “We support each other and brain-storm about our cases all the time. In this office, we offer a continuum of care from a legal perspective. There is a lot of excitement, passion, and motivation to do the right thing for our clients and get them everything they are entitled to under the law.

From left to right: Nicole Garcia, Esq., Alexandra Bisesi, Esq., Ivon Anaya, Esq., Irene Martinez, Esq. and Desiree de Moya, Esq. (center-front) “I am an elected Officer of the Rockland County Women’s Bar Association and am on the Advisory Committee for the Rockland County Courthouse Child Care Center. ‘I bring energy, enthusiasm and a fresh, practical perspective to each and every case I handle. I advocate zealously on my clients behalf to achieve their goals” said

Alexandra. Desiree summed up: “In addition to Divorce/Family Law, Bankruptcy and Immigration, we handle just about any individual legal problem a person might have via our legalhousecalls.com service. “Legalhousecalls.com allows us to offer our clients legal services that include but are not limited to criminal, personal in-

jury, nursing home abuse, dental and medical malpractice, Workers Compensation claims, Social Security disability claims and negligence claims (Motor Vehicle Accidents, Dog Bites and Slip and Falls).” Desiree de Moya, Attorney-at-Law is located at 163 South Main Street in New City. Call them at 845-639-4600 or access their web site at www.demoyalaw.com.

Grace Church helps fight hunger

A year ago, Rev. Owen Thompson cut the ribbon for Grace Church’s new endeavor, Grace’s Kitchen. Nyack Mayor, Jen Laird-White, local politicians, People to People Executive Director, Diane Serratore, friends and well-wishers were on hand to start our new chapter of service. The program grew out of a need for a food program on Thursdays, one of the only days there is no feeding program in Nyack. A small group met and decided to test the waters with Grace’s Kitchen. The support for the program has been amazing! We have raised funds through a grant from Episcopal Charities, The Reso-

lution Run to End Hunger last Jan, Grace’s Thrift Shop, donations from the Grace Church congregation, Nyack neighbors and friends. Over 80 people have volunteered to make breakfast, set up clean up and shop. Several families have offered to participate on days when the program is on holidays like Thanksgiving. The mission is to provide a free, healthy and delicious breakfast every Thursday, from 7am to 8:30 am, 52 weeks a year to anyone in the community in need at Grace Church. Breakfast is served by volunteers on china with silverware and table linens.

Our numbers have grown from 8 to 47 breakfasts served each week. The program is run by teams of volunteers. Currently we have 10 teams are always looking for more volunteers. The idea is that each team serves once in a cycle, so every 10 weeks. Teams are made of community groups like Nyack Rotary, groups of friends, families and neighbors. This is a non-denominational opportunity. If you wish to join this exciting program email Kim Cross at kim.cross@nyackcenter.org

Inside story of how TZC built the new TZ Bridge From: Tappan Zee Construction Four years after its first foundational steel piles were driven into the river bed, one span of the new Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge connecting Westchester and Rockland counties in New York State opened to westbound traffic this past August. Following a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the twin span, cable-stayed bridge named after his father, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo drove eastbound across the new span with Sleepy Hollow resident and Bronze Star recipient Armando “Chick” Galella in a 1955 Corvette, the same model year Corvette Galella drove with Governor W. Averell Harriman as part of the Tappan Zee Bridge’s December 15, 1955, inaugural procession. This remarkable transition reflects the tireless efforts of thousands of men and women from Tappan Zee Constructors (TZC), a consortium of some of the world’s best-known and most highly-regarded design, engineering and construction firms. In October, weeks ahead of schedule, the Tappan Zee Bridge was retired, and eastbound traffic moved from that bridge to the new span. This allowed the design-build team to begin dismantling the old structure — including the steel and concrete above River Road in Rockland County — and to continue work on the eastbound span, which will open in 2018. TZC’s first task involved removing the old bridge’s landings, which occupy the same footprint as the second span’s connections to the New York State Thruway. This was accomplished by cutting and dividing sections of steel and concrete into manageable sections, then using bargebased cranes to transport the materials away from the project site. Transportation barges will carry the materials to ancillary facilities including the Port of Coeymans in Albany County. Many concrete materials and steel truss-

es will be recycled. More than 130 deck panels units, each approximately 13 feet wide by 50 feet long, will also be given to nearly a dozen state and local municipalities to be repurposed for other bridges and roadways. Upcoming key operations include lowering of the old bridge’s main span steel cage via hydraulic jacks, and the removal of piles, piers and caissons with foundational material being removed below the bottom of the river. TZC will continue to remove pieces of the old bridge throughout the year, starting from the Rockland and Westchester landings and working toward the middle of the Hudson River. Work on the new bridge’s eastbound span will continue throughout 2017 and into 2018. Once it opens to traffic, crews will begin building the new bicycle and pedestri-

an path on the westbound span. Features include six overlooks (resting points), visitor parking and pavilions; and interpretive exhibits, art and signage. The Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge features an aesthetic lighting system that accentuates the iconic features of the new bridge, specifically its 419-foot towers, stay cables and concrete piers. TZC conducted numerous lighting tests throughout the year to help confirm the aiming angles of each lighting fixture, which needed to precisely follow the rendering plan set forth by lighting designers. The project’s Visual Quality Panel, made up of the local community and design professionals, helped TZC develop the lighting plan. TZC prepared for these systems well in advance, installing parts of the utility and systems infrastructure into the steel girder assemblies that were fabri-

cated offsite, reducing the amount of work required over the Hudson River. Once the steel was safely secured atop the bridge’s concrete piers, TZC electricians began splicing and extending material, tying the bridge utilities into the systems in Rockland and Westchester counties. Utility lines provide electricity for the roadway and aesthetic lighting systems, and will also power the bridge’s structural health monitors, security systems and Intelligent Transportation Systems. Much like the bridge’s roadway lighting, the aesthetic lighting utilizes energy-efficient light emitting diodes, or LEDs. The project’s LEDs are designed with 100,000-hour lifespans, using an estimated 75 percent less energy compared to traditional lighting technology. TZC is utilizing modular construction

techniques to create large sections of the bridge’s foundations, roadway and superstructure on-land. This allows TZC to safely prepare massive segments of the bridge off-site ahead of time, with some steel sections measuring up to 410 feet in length. Its ability to install these bridge elements is aided by the I Lift NY, whose enormous 328-foot lift arm can lift up to 1,900 tons of material — the equivalent of 12 Statues of Liberty at once. This extraordinary lifting power, which shortened construction time by months from original estimates and reduce project costs by millions of dollars, will also help dismantle the old Tappan Zee Bridge. Other innovative equipment includes: TZC’s mobile concrete batch plants that supply the majority of the structure’s concrete directly on the river, self-climbing jump forms that rose along with construc-

tion efforts to create the iconic main span towers, protective bubble curtains used to absorb the energy produced during pile driving; and the synchronized jacks used to lower football-field-length foundations into the Hudson River. TZC is also constructing two buildings in Tarrytown: the Thruway Authority’s new maintenance facility and a new State Police facility. The buildings will improve bridge access for State Police and Thruway personnel responsible for maintenance, operations and security and will also allow emergency crews to quickly respond to vehicle breakdowns on the new bridge. Crews created a new maintenance dock parallel to the new bridge in South Nyack. The dock will assist the Thruway Authority and emergency vessels near the new bridge. Intelligent Transportation Systems will improve safety and mobility on the crossing by monitoring roadway conditions and notifying Thruway Authority staff of any disruptions. Motorists will also be informed of accidents and closed lanes through overhead electronic signage, enhancements that have been shown to minimize delays, allowing the public to get the most out of its investment. The stream of data from the bridge’s sensors will be tracked at the Thruway Authority’s command center through an advanced Structural Health Monitoring System that will measure the twin-span crossing’s structural behavior under traffic and weather conditions. Routine and preventive maintenance work will also be efficiently scheduled with this state-of-the-art system. This vital communication network will make the bridge one of the most technologically advanced crossings in the United States when it opens in 2018.

Rivertown celebrates at beautiful Sparkill Steakhouse The latest Rivertown Exchange was held at the beaautiful Sparkill Steakhouse. It was a wonderful opportunity for advertisers and readers to sample the Steakhouse’s wonderful food. Don’t miss next month’s Rivertown Exchange at Union Restaurant, 22 New Main Street, Haverstraw. The date: Wednesday, December 13 , from 5.30 to 7.30. Photos: Tom Riley Dr. Soo Mee Pak and husband Tony cozy up together.

Left: Sal and Carlos, the owners of Sparkill Steakhouse meet up with Chekie. Above: Hubert Connelly, Rivertown’s Phil Bunton, the ever-energetic John Murphy and Trish Levere. Left: Angela Carter, Jean Booth and hostess Rose Lazzara. Right: Bonnie Radwin and Crucy Riley.

Nadine Schneider with husband Alan and friend Kent..

Mona Cushnie-Walker, Benita Bryant, Ozzie Boncoeur and Monica Amy.

L to R Deneica, Bennie, Courtney and Vanessa enjoy the ambiance at the Sparkill Steakhouse

Rivertownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ace reporter Tom Riley, with Dan Radwin (right) and friend Joe.

Left: Sheila and Joe Katz really enjoyed themselvess. Above: Hubert and Peggy Connelly with Jim Barnard.

Enjoy the Holidays with these nourishing treats Have you noticed that “Holiday” food is pretty much available all year round. There are chocolates, truffles, cookies and cakes in every supermarket. They just get all dressed up in pretty Holiday packaging at this time of year and then of course we eat more of them. How about instead eating deliciously nourishing treats such as these below. The chocolate, chocolate chip cookies taste sinfully good except there’s nothing sinful about them. As with all these treats there is no refined sugar or flour but instead lots of fiber which helps the natural sugars absorb more slowly into the body. No more sugar highs and sugar headaches. The powerhouse cookies are exactly that, eat them for breakfast, lunch or dinner, for a pre or post workout snack, they’re especially delicious slightly warm. The Chia Seed Chocolate Mousse allows you to have your mousse and eat it too! Forget the fat and sugar laden varieties, go for this instead. Happy Healthy Holidays! Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients: 1 1/4 cup almond flour 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1 generous tablespoon almond butter 1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup chocolate chips Glaze: (optional) 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Above: Chia Seed Chocolate Mousse. Below: Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Cookies. Opposite: Powerhouse Cookies.

Pre heat the oven to 375F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a medium bowl whisk together the ground flaxseed and maple syrup and allow to stand for 5 minutes. Then add the almond butter, molasses and vanilla extract, whisk again. In a larger bowl mix together the flours, cocoa powder, baking powder and chocolate chips.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix to combine, don’t over mix. Drop tablespoons of batter onto the baking tray and place in the oven for approximately 8-10 minutes until slightly cracked on top. Be aware that they firm up when cooling so don’t overcook! Remove from the oven, allow to cool for 5 minutes then transfer to a cooling rack. To make the glaze heat the chocolate chips

and coconut oil together in the microwave very gently to be sure the chocolate doesn’t burn - and drizzle over the cookies. Powerhouse Cookies 4 large medjool dates 1 medium ripe banana 2 Tbsp almond butter 3/4 cup almond flour 3/4 cup gluten-free rolled oats 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1/4 cup dried fruit of your choice - dried cherries are amazing! 1 tablespoon chopped nuts of your choice (optional) Pre heat the oven to 350F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a food pro-

cessor combine the first 5 ingredients, blitz until fully combined. Then add the chocolate chips, dried fruit and nuts if using, pulse a couple of times. Take approximately 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it in your hands to make a ball, place on the parchment paper, squeeze down on the top of the ball a little. Continue with the rest of the dough. Place in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes. They are AMAZING warm from the oven! Chia Seed Chocolate Mousse ½ cup medjool dates (packed) 3 tablespoons chia seeds 1½ tablespoons cocoa powder - Hershey’s

is great Pinch of sea salt Splash of pure vanilla extract 8 oz non dairy chocolate milk - I love dark chocolate almond milk in this 2 tablespoons mini nondairy chocolate chips Place all the ingredients except the chocolate chips into a powerful blender and blitz! Pour into a bowl, add the chocolate chips and stir through. Spoon the mousse into serving dishes and refrigerate for an hour or so. Garnish with more chocolate and maybe some chopped nuts.

The certainty of uncertainty

Each month, I sit down (where ever I may be) and contemplate the article of the month for Rivertown. From right here in Suffern, to Tennessee, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Russia (yes, even on vacation!) and places far and wide, the articles come when the subject matter hits me. Sometimes it’s in a client meeting or current events, a conversation overheard, or a dilemma I’m personally wrestling with. The one thing I am certain of…I’m always uncertain of the subject matter you eventually come to read each month. So, this month I pose to you…what are some of the items in your life that you can count on to be uncertain? Health to me is the first personal item that is uncertain. As we age, things change on both the outside and the inside of all of us. How many times have you learned of one’s ailment to be surprised and thought…” but he looks so healthy?” A span of time between meetings at our time in life brings many outside changes: weight change, grow the beard, shave off the beard, change hair color, new clothing styles… we change slowly or we change quickly- but none-the-less…we change. The biggest thing about health is the unpredictability of changeone day you’re fine, the next day you’re not. As I sit here writing to you, I realize how many changes in our life are uncertain, how many are

certain and how many things are inevitable… we knew it was coming but didn’t see it until it was here. The question I post to you this month is- how did you plan for the certainty of uncertainty. Did you plan for those thing that were upcoming that you knew about, and have a contingency plan for those you did not? Planning for an uncertainty can be attained financially by having an emergency fund, fully liquid, available to you in the off-chance you were blindsided by something vital that will take money to fix. In health, it may be a doctor’s payment that must be made before emergency surgery, or paying the bills immediately after the crisis has passed. It may be for the refrigerator that surprisingly died and a new one has to be purchased and delivered before the food spoils.. .you get the message. The credit card may be the immediate answer, but as we have all experience, the bill will come in at the end of the month, and sometimes you must struggle to pay it. The emergency fund is for just a thingto pay for the unexpect-

ed, the unprepared for, the blindside. It’s never pretty, and it’s never pleasant, but being prepared is always a way to make it a bit softer and easier to deal with. Death is a part of life, they say. As we get older, it seems that the calls and notifications come closer together and more often. Emotional preparation is never easy, and involves great discomfort and pain. No amount of money makes it easier, but the fact is that after the initial shock, it’s usually followed by expense. Funeral, remembrance, loss of earnings…and the list goes on. So, not to be maudlin, but it’s a reality of life, and the expenses connected to losing a loved one is not small. Being prepared for lifetime health issues as well as death occurrence must be dealt with in advance- pre-paying for funeral costs can be one of those ways to prepare for the certainty. OK- too serious. Let’s talk good thing- weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, confirmations, birthday presents and the ultimate feel-good item… GRANDCHILDREN! Good things come in small packages they say, and newborns are a prime example of truth in statement. Whether parent or grandparent, we all want our next generation to do better than we did. It’s a part of love, a part of caring. So, one of the certainty’s in life, for the most part, it that those little bundles of joy will grow, hit the magic number of 18, and be ready for college…will you be ready? You have 18 years to prepare, but my experience of 32 years shows parents don’t buckle down to save for college until the child is about 14…not really enough time to save for 1 year, let alone 4. Attention parents: Don expect your Mom and Dad; those loving grandparents- will pay for it- their money is tied up in their retirement and having the time of their lives. So, do yourself a favor…look at all the certainties in your life, add in for the uncertainties, and have a game plan- it will pay off financially and emotionally in the end- much more than you will know. TO ALL MY FAITHFUL READERS AND FRIENDS…” A HAPPY AND HEALTHY HOLIDAY SEASON TO YOU ALL. MAY IT BE FILLED WITH LOVE, HUGS AND MORE LAUGHS THAN YOUR BELLY CAN HANDLE! ALL THE BEST FROM ALL OF US AT CHESTNUT TO YOU.” 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 Mesa, AZ and Suffern, NY helping people with financial planning since 1984. Please feel free to call Neal at (480) 878-5001 or email him with your questions at neald@chestnutinvestment.com. Visit his website at www. chestnutinvestment.com

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

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Dr. Jo, why do I always get sick in the winter? Regards, FROSTY. What do you do darlin’, that does you in, in the winter? Is it the lack of sunlight Bunky? Is it the cold, the dry air, dehydration, the lousy lineup of fall TV, the lack of exercise, the stress of the holidays, lack of sleep from partying, the end of summer, the beginning of shoveling snow, fighting the ice, the political climate, eating like a pig, OY(nk) am I stressed already????!!! Somebody make me a hot toddy!!! Or could it be the more than 100 viruses that cause many of us to have an average 3 colds/year? Forgetful? Drowsy? Slurred speech? Could be that hot toddy, or you may be hypothermic (very bbbrrr, below 95 degrees body temp), a dangerous condition requiring an ambulance and a Doc to go with it. If that’s not on your list of things to do this winter, dress like you mean it. “Cotton kills” I always say, quoting someone else who said it first. Sweating outside, Sarah? You need something other than cotton because cotton holds your sweat next to your skin, chilling you down to hypothermia perhaps, and possibly causing you to die from that, or suffer the embarrassment of a helicopter rescue, you little outdoors person you. Use materials like wicking long underwear with other layers like Polartech and/or fleece, all of which wick away wet, Wanda, so you’ll stay drier, at least from your own sweat. Don’tcha dare wear blue jeans if you’re playing in the snow. Many eons ago I left behind a blue line in the snow as I slid down the mountain on my very first time on skiis. So dress right, all right? AND, DON’T TOUCH THE DOORKNOBS or your cell phone and then your face for that matter!! Viruses and germs love to hang there. When away we bring sheets of cleaning products and wipe down the faucets, knobs, toilet handle, sink handles, TV remotes, and anything that may have been touched by the cleaning staff in any hotel room we stay in. I have also taken to bringing our own pillows and pillow cases. If the maids do the beds I turn the cases inside out. You never know whether that person has gone from the bathroom straight for your linens with who knows what on their hands. If you can, sleep late, or go to bed early. Go to a party with a hanky in your hand and tell everyone you just got out of a sick bed.

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

Watch the room clear out. Try not to shake hands, or wash off if you do. Get the hell out of that house Hanna! Exercise doing what you love to do. I downhill ski, walk, hike, snowshoe, and cross country ski if I really want to lose it. Weight that is. IF I don’t have a lot of time, I’ll make myself walk up a steep hill for at least a couple of blocks. No, it’s not fun, but on the way down you’ll feel like you did yourself a favor. Don’t stop movin’ ‘yer butt around just because there’s a blizzard out there. Run up and down the stairs, jump rope, make a snowman, vacuum, or lift weights if you don’t like winter sports. Or become a snow-bird. What else? I take my elderberry tea, love my well researched supplements, and my extra immune system kickers just in case, especially when I’ve over indulged. We like Manuka honey especially or any local raw unfiltered honey, and my honey just handed me a cup of tea with that. It’s good straight up on a spoon for sore throats. Probiotics are important too, as 70% to 80% of your immune system depends on good gut function Gert. We use one that has a prebiotic, that which keeps probiotics viable, built in, and I also give it my patients for their general health. I also like adaptogen herbs, which supports those who need to adapt, and do provide a formula which helps support the adrenal glands, which are MAJORLY stressed in winter. Adrenal glands sit on top of your kidneys and like to make, among other things, hormones, like cortisol in response to stress, and the sex hormones after menopause, which ever comes first. They need specific vitamins to function, and other herbal support for good energy and mood for instance. The vitamin C complex is better than just ascorbic acid. Like the whole car is better at getting you down the street, as opposed to one of the tires. Two big things in addi-

tion to the stress as a factor in getting you sick. SWEETS: The holidays allow for lots of sugar, which suppresses immune system function by inhibiting white blood cells that fight for us like their/your life depends on it. An increase in sweets means we need to get out the immune system helpers, and we need to up the pre/probiotics too because sweets feed candida which lowers the effect of probiotics. SUN: we get so little of it in the winter. Well, you guys who don’t know who you are. I don’t know who you are, so introduce yourself already. Not enough sun means less vitamin D, which means less absorption of Calcium. Calcium, in a well absorbed form, (calcium threonate, though expensive, or calcium citrate, NOT calcium carbonate Clara) is one of the many, many, did I say many? ingredients in the immune system support that my sister asks for when I visit. My patients also ask for it when they visit, or run out, because it’s that good. It’s available only through health care people like me, so make an appt. with me or with yours. There are many go-to products and procedures to avoid getting sick, so Frosty, stay hydrated, stay warm by wearing layers of non-cotton clothes to stay dry if schvitzin is in your plans, be outside as much as you can, or exercise inside, keep your hands clean and out of your eyes, nose and mouth, see your Health Care Person, Doc, etc. for what to take, and think about how lucky we all are and stay on that thought to stay positive and keep those little adrenals happy! Disclaimer: where I exclaim in tiny writing: The products and claims made about specific products in this article have not been evaluated by any regulatory health authority and are not approved to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. The information provided in this article and all articles by Joanne Gjelsten, Doctor of Chiropractor, is for informational purposes only. You should consult with a healthcare professional, your Doctor, before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any or stopping any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. 845 358 2687. Offices in Nyack and Chestnut Ridge. By Appt. www.godrjo.com

New City Library

Helen Hayes Hospital Through the Years - Monday, Dec. 4, 7 PM. The nation’s first state-operated hospital dedicated to the treatment of individuals with physical disabilities. It first focused on tuberculosis, then polio, in children. Examine the path of this hospital as it transformed itself to meet public need with Mary Creagh, HHH’s director of public relations. Vision Board Workshop - Tuesday, Dec. 5, 7 PM. Are you planning for your future? Make 2018 exactly what you want it to be. Select and mount images on a board that represent whatever you want to be, do or have in your life. A Virtual Stroll Through the Met’s Egyptian Art - Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2 PM. Art historian Mike Norris introduces the Egyptian galleries of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, guiding you from the banks of the Nile to tombs and temples. Discover Ancient Egyptian culture and art through sculpture, jewelry, mummies, and actual Egyptian buildings. Velazquez: Strokes of Genius - Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2 PM. Art historian Clifford Tisdell leads an exploration of the life and work of this individualistic artist of the contemporary Baroque period, who was one of the most important painters of the Spanish Golden Age.

Palisades Free Library

2018 Annual Meeting - The Library’s 2018 Annual Meeting will take place on Sunday, December 3, 2:00 pm. The agenda includes the election of trustee Sarah Buterbaugh, a movie for the kids in the Children’s Room, and the adult program Hudson Valley Historic Haunts with Linda Zimmerman. New York’s Hudson River Valley is a place of beauty and history. It is also one of the most haunted regions in the country. This program explores tales of ancient Indian spirits, soldiers who still walk the battlefields, old Dutch settlements, mansions, and cemeteries. Beware; a passing shadow or faint whisper may signal that you have just had an encounter in the historic and haunted Hudson Valley! Adult Programs French Language Meetup – Mondays in December, 11:30 am (12/25 meeting rescheduled to Friday, 12/29). Beginner and intermediate/advanced groups. Learn and practice French in a fun, collaborative, and relaxed environment with native speaker, Marianne Scordel. Learners of all levels welcome. Open Mah Jongg Play – Tuesdays in December, 11:00 am. Advanced beginners and experienced players welcome for casual, non-competitive play. No instruction is provided and we recommend that you bring your own National Mah Jongg League card. The Artist’s Way Monthly Meetup – Wednesday, December 6, 7:00 pm. Whether you create art to live or simply wish to live more creatively, find your motivation while we explore The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. Bring your artwork, writing, music, etc. to share with the group. Newcomers welcome! Third Annual Adult Bad Art Night – Thursday, December 7, 7:00 pm. Leave your talent and good taste at home. Get creative, get messy, make a di-

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sasterpiece...and win a prize!* All bad art supplies will be provided. Registration requested. * (or create something not-so-awful in time for holiday gift giving) Esplanade Book Club - Friday, December 15, 11:00 am. Join us for a librarian-led book discussion meeting every month in the auditorium of The Esplanade at Palisades. This month we’ll be discussing The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See. Teen Programs Fun with Bath Fizzes! – Monday, December 18, 6:00 pm. Come to our new Teen Craft Club! Join us to make a fun craft. Registration required. Open to teens & tweens. Children’s Programs CS: Alpha - Tuesday, December 5, 7:00 pm. Build a basic website using HTML and CSS. Participants will learn how to insert images, videos and text into a page, and also change the styling and text on their site. Participants will need a charged laptop, and be able to log on independently. Open to 4th - 6th graders in the SOCSD. Registration required. Little Builders – Wednesdays, December 6, 13, & 20, 11:00 am. Building fun with Duplos, gears, blocks, and more! Ages 3 - 5 with adult caregiver. It’s Storytime – Thursdays, December 7, 14, & 21, 11:00 am. Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, feltboard and movement games! Ages 2 - 4 with adult caregiver. No prior registration needed. Holiday Light-Up Cards – Saturday, December 9, 11:00 am. Come make a beautiful holiday card for friend or family using LED lights, colored pencils, origami papers, washi tape, and other decorative materials. Grades 4 - 8. R.E.A.D. Dogs – Wednesday, December 13, 4:30 pm. Come cuddle and read to a specially trained R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) dog who loves to listen! Children will read on a firstcome, first served basis for 10 - 15 minutes depending on the number of children enrolled. For emerging and early readers. Gingerbread Houses – Thursday, December 14, 4:30 pm. Come listen to holiday stories and decorate your very own gingerbread house with candy and icing galore! A beloved tradition offered by Ms. Carolyn. Grades K – 5.

Piermont Library

The Piermont Library is excited to present our annual Gift of Art Show and Sale with the theme The Element of Water. A group show of small works by local artists, the Gift of Art Show provides a wonderful opportunity to purchase unique holiday gifts in a variety of styles and media. Proceeds from the show will benefit the library’s programming budget. The show will be on display in the library’s gallery space until December 22nd. The gala reception on Sunday, December 3rd, from 3 - 5 PM, will include live music provided by the Heyhoe Woods Trio and refreshments generously donated by Sidewalk Bistro and the Library Board of Trustees. The Gift of Art Show is a longstanding tradition and a signature of the holiday season in Piermont. We are

pleased to be part of the Chamber of Commerce’s Piermont Holiday Festival. The Library is located at 25 Flywheel Park West, Piermont NY. Please call 845-359-4595 or visit our website at www.piermontlibrary.org for more information.

Rose Memorial Library

On display in the Irving G. Kennedy room: Christmas Display by Catherine Bulson - 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 Library Catalog 101 - Monday, December 4th at 2:00 pm. Have you ever wondered if the library has a certain book or movie available? Have you ever wanted to extend a due date when the library was closed? This introductory class will teach you how to use our online catalog for all that and more! American Red Cross Blood Drive - Wednesday, December 27th from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ‘Tis the Season of Giving and the Red Cross needs donations now more than ever! Register ahead at www. redcrossblood.org and enter our keyword: ROSE. All donors will receive a free Red Cross t-shirt! If you have any questions regarding donor eligibility please call the Red Cross at: (866) 236-3276. Saturday Matinee - Saturday, December 9th at 1:00 pm. Come join us to watch “Mystery, Alaska” (Rated R). Light refreshments will be served. Children’s Programs To register for children’s programs, visit us online or call 845-786-2100 ext 12 Eat Smart NY Nutrition Program - Wednesday, December 13th at 4:30 pm. Eat Smart NY Nutrition Educator Sonia McGowan will demonstrate how to prepare a fun & healthy snack, followed by a fun physical activity for kids. Food sampling and recipes will be provided. For ages 5 & up with a caregiver. Registration required. Family Film Friday - Friday, December 29th at 4:30 pm. Stop by the library for an afternoon matinee! This month we’ll be watching “The Polar Express” (Rated G). Teen Programs To register for teen programs, visit us online or call 845-786-2100 ext 12 Red Cross CPR Class for Teens - Wednesday, December 6th at 5:30 pm. This course will train teens in CPR. Presented by Child Care Resources of Rockland, Inc. Participants will receive a certificate via email upon completion of the class. There is a $20 materials fee for the course. Payment must be made at the time of registration, by check only. Checks must be made payable to “Child Care Resources of Rockland, Inc.” For ages 12-18. Registration required. Holiday Food Fun for Teens - Friday, December 8th at 5:30 pm. Join Culinary Institute of America graduate Rebecca Weber for fun and delicious

holiday cooking! For ages 12 to 18. Registration required.

Tappan Free Library

Conversational Chinese – Sunday, December 3 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese. This weekly class focuses on conversation, but some written Chinese will be studied. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. Hudson Valley UFOs – Tuesday, December 5 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Author Linda Zimmerman discusses strange sightings in the skies over the Hudson Valley. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. Niagara – Wednesday, December 6 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Through original photos and historic illustrations, Kevin Woyce examines the history of the famous falls. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. Movie: Star Wars: The Force Awakens (PG-13) – Saturday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Get ready for The Last Jedi coming Dec.15! Catch up with Rey and Finn and the search for Luke Skywalker. 136 min. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. Conversational Chinese – Sunday, December 10 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese. This weekly class focuses on conversation, but some written Chinese will be studied. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. Movie: Dunkirk (PG-13) – Saturday, December 16 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. World War II thriller about the evacuation of Allied troops from France. 106 min. Please pre-register online at www. taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info. Internet Self Defense: Tips and Tricks – Tuesday, December 19 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn some ways to get the most out of the Internet and your email. Please pre-register online at www. taplib.org or call 35 Cookbook Club Discussion: BYFR – Tuesday, December 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Bring your favorite recipe to share. Register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

Valley Cottage Library

VCL HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10am - 4pm. Valley Cottage Library is hosting its 3rd annual craft fair! We will be offering shoppers an assortment of HANDCRAFTED ONLY festive holiday gifts including jewelry, knitted/crocheted/felted goods, seasonal decorations, ceramics, soaps and organic skin products, photography, original artwork, glass boxes and frames, calligraphy, baby items and more. And, this year we’ve added Nyack HS Carolers, face painting with Jamie Gaviola and gift wrapping for all your purchases. Think globally, shop locally! In Our Gallery: December 1 - 27 Scattered Moments – Mixed Media Work by Lotte Petricone. Opening Reception: Sunday, Dec. 3 from 1-3pm. The public is invited.

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SUNDAY CONCERTS AT 1:30PM - You Must Register! Dec. 10 – By George! New York Cabaret Unlimited celebrates the music of George & Ira Gershwin. Dec. 17: Young Masters Recital Series – Classical Pianist Margarita Rovenskaya performs Chopin, Debussy and Poulenc. WEDNESDAY MATINEE MOVIES at 2PM - Dec. 6 – The Dressmaker Dec. 20 – Dangal FF Mah Jongg - Mondays from 2-4:30pm: Mah-jongg lovers, come 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 - experts. All are welcome to attend. Finding Peace through Meditation - Thursdays at 10:30am: Experience deep relaxation and peace with music and other simple tools you can use in your daily life. All levels welcome. Carole Brill, instructor, has been meditating for over 30 years. Nyack School District residents: $5. Out-of-District: $10 per class. Yarn Therapy: Tuesdays from 11:30am-12:30pm, If you like to knit or crochet or would like to learn, join our “therapy” sessions. This program is for all levels. Someone will be on hand to help beginners. Come on in to knit, crochet and socialize. Bring your yarn and tools and your friends or meet new people. BOOK DISCUSSIONS - Copies available for check out approximately one month before discussion. Daytime Book Discussion - Tues., Dec. 5 at 2pm: News of the World by Paulette Jiles Join librarians Katie, Sean and Ashley. Scholar-Led Book Discussion - Thurs, Dec. 7 at 7pm: Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. Discussion led by Prof. Stephen Kiss. Book and Pub Club - Tues., Dec. 19 at 7pm (for 21 to 30-somethings only) All the Ugly and Wonderful Things by Bryn Greenwood . Meet: O’Donoghues, 66 Main St., Nyack and join librarians Ashley and Katie. Chair Yoga - Mondays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18 from 10:30-11:30am. Chair yoga is a general term for practices that modify yoga poses so that they can be done while seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people who cannot stand or lack the mobility to move easily from standing to seated to supine positions. Instructor: Mary Callan. Please yoga or comfortable clothing. Register for each class individually. Defensive Driving Course - Tuesdays, Dec. 5 & 12 from 5:45-8:45pm. This 2-day, 6-hour course is 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 201-522-5892 to register. A check for $23 made payable to Ian Prastien is required at the first class. Class starts promptly at 5:45pm. Valley Cottage Writes - Thursday, Dec. 7 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. Adult(ish) Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7pm: Lego™ Build It – Build

it with Legos®! Join us for an evening of open playtime with everyone’s favorite construction material. (For 20-30 somethings)

West Nyack Library

Cupcake Dessert - Wednesday, December 13 at 7 PM. Decorate cupcakes with fondant flowers and icing from Caked Up Cafe or stop in for a delicious mini cupcake. Registration begins November 29. Family Fun Family Fun Day - Thursday, December 28 at 11 AM. Competitions, challenges, games and more for the whole family. Family Holiday Film Matinee - Friday, December 29 from 1 PM to 2:30 PM. Born in China- Disney (Rated G) Teen Program- Adults WelcomeWinter Break Movie Matinee- Thursday, December 28 at 3 PM. “Megan Leavy” (PG13) 2 hours. True story of local hero Megan Leavy from Valley Cottage, a young Marine corporal and her combat dog. Registration begins 2 weeks before for the above programs. Register online: westnyacklib.libcal.com or call us at (845)358-6081

Other Events & Notices

“The Fellowship Community’s Annual 2017 Christmas Festival and Holiday Sale! A time for friends and neighbors, old and young alike to enjoy making and shopping for handmade gifts. Friday, December 1st from 2pm7pm, Saturday, December 2nd from 10am-7pm and our New Surprise Sunday, December 3rd from 10 am-3pm. Our elder members, co-workers and volunteers have been busy all year in our workshops making wonderful and unique gifts: candles, wooden toys, Waldorf dolls, hand woven scarves & mittens, books, pottery, garden products, baked goods, jewelry and much, much more! Our gem and mineral collection is superb! A full schedule of Children’s activities will be available on Friday & Saturday, along with the puppet shows, music and food for the entire weekend! The Fellowship Community’s New! All Day! Surprise Sunday Brunch will have: wholesome homemade savory and sweet dishes, a family sing-a-long, puppetry and a selection of children’s activities on the main level. Admission and parking are free. Location: 241 Hungry Hollow Road in Chestnut Ridge, NY. The Fellowship Community is an intergenerational setting for the elderly. Proceeds from this event will benefit education and eldercare initiatives at the Fellowship Community. www.fellowshipcommunity.org/festivals

Wining and Dining

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

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

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

Caterers

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

Cafes/Delis/Bakeries

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

Music

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

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Shopping & Business Guide Assisted/Senior Living

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

Attorneys

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

Automobiles & Motorbikes

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

Antiques/Collectibles

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

Banks

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

Beauty

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

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

Bed & Breakfast

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

Brides

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

Camps /Day Camps

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

Cards & Gifts

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

Carpet/Flooring

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

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

Cleaning

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

Clothing

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

Computer

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

Conference Centers

Chimney Cleaners

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

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

Chiropractors.

Consignment Stores

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

Churches/Synagogues

First Reformed Church - 18 South Broad-

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

Construction

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

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

Country Clubs

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

CPA

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

Education

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

Dance Studio

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

Dentists/Orthodontics.

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

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

Doctors

Clarkstown Pediatrics - 35 Smith St., Nanuet. 845-623-1000. New City 845-352-5511. Stony Point 845-786-5776. Clarkstown Urology - 301 N. Main Street, Suite 2, New City. 638-0400. Crystal Run Healthcare - 275 N. Middletown Rd., Pearl River. 845-920-1757. West Nyack - 2 Centerock Road, West Nyack. P: 845-348-1100 Suffern - 200 Route 59, Suffern. 845.369.9300 Suffern - 156 Route 59, Suite B4, Suffern. 845.357.6464 Stony Point - 6 Liberty Square Mall, Stony Point.: 845.786.5544 Haverstraw - 48 New Main St., Haverstraw. Dr. Donald Edelschick - 6 Charles Street, New City. 845-354-0690. Dr. Janis Enzenbacher - 105 Shad Row, Suite B, Piermont. 845-680-8800. Dr. Attila Farkas - 300 N. Midddletown Rd., Suite 11, Pearl River. 845-735-4114. Dr. Charles Glassman - 7C Medical Park Drive, Pomona. (845) 362-1110. Gramercy Pain Management - 350 Haverstraw Rd, Suffern - 845-368-0800. Dr. Richard Handelsman - MDVIP Personalized Healthcare - 1-866-696-3847. Hudson Valley Audiology Center - 11 Medical Park Drive, Suite 205, Pomona. Hudson Vein and Vascular Center, 124 Rte 59, Suffern. 357 8118. Dr. Michael Innerfield - 2 Executive Blvd., Suffern. 845-368-0048. Dr. William Johnson - 221 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-623-0026. Dr. Michael Kalvert - Cosmetic Surgery - 365 S. Main Street, New City. 845-6f38-2101. Dr. Scott Sanders, Dermatology, 301 N. Main St., Suite 3, new City - 845-499-2017. Nanuet Non Surgical Weight Loss Center - 221 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-6230026. Nyack Pediatric Assocs - 311 N. Midland Avenue, Nyack. 358-5437. Palisades Laser Eye Center, 3 Medical Park Drive, Pomona. 364 9767. Pediatric Physical Therapy - 217 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-6010. Dr. Mike Pilar, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770. Cell: (914) 414-8355. Dr. Amy Piperato - 43 South Liberty Drive, Stony Point. 845-241-5701. Ramapo Oral & Maxillo-Facial Surgery - 84 Route 59, Suffern. 845-357-2070.

Rockland Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc. - 2 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. (845) 7271340. Rockland Pulmonary - 2 Crosfield Ave., Suite 318, West Nyack. 689-9141. Skin Center Dermatology Group - 200 East Eckerson Road, New City. (845) 3520500. Dr. Steven M. Sockin - Allergy and Asthma Care, 500 C New Hempstead Road, New City, NY 10956. 845-362-3222. Stony Point Medical - 43 South Liberty Drive, Stony Point. 845-241-5700. Walk-In Medical Urgent Care - 236 S. Main Street (Clarkstown Plaza), New City. 845-678-3434. Dr. Howard Werfel - 1-855-KILLFAT - www.855killfat.com.

Electrical Contracting

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

Eyecare

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

Rockland Eye Physicians - 171 Ramapo Road, Garnerville or 1 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 302, WEst Nyack. 845-947-2240.

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, Nanu-

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et. 627-0300. Inter County Alarm Systems - 200 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-8900. DTM Installations - 354-0301. Burglar and fire alarms.

Flowers and Plants

Mobile Family Health - Nurse Practitioner Care. 845-608-7559. VNS Westchester - 1 914 682 1480, 1-888-FOR-VSNW.

Health and Fitness

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

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

Hair and Nails

Home Improvement

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

Funeral Homes

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

Graphic Design

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

Gutters

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

Hearing

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

Health Care

A&T HEALTHCARE - 845-638-4342.

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

Home and Furniture

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

Home Inspections

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

Hotels

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

Insurance

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

Interior Decorating

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

Investment Broker

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

Jewelry & Accessories

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

Kitchen and Bath

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

Landscapers/Trees

Blue Sky Landscape - 845-268-0585. Curti’s Landscaping - 845-627-2491. DeStaso Landscaping - 845-639-0301.

Edge Landscaping - 845-398-3032. Majestic Lawn Care - 845-708-2988. d - 845-627-3880. Michael L. Naclerio Landscaping - 845627-3880. Nu Age Tree & Lawn Care - 845-741-1418..

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. TZ Liquors - 1-45 Orangetown Shopping Center, Orangetown. 845-359-0800.

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. Venus & Venom Medispa - 78 South Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-623-8700,

Mortgages

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

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. MedWiz Pharmacy - 240 North Main St., Spring Valley. 845-624-5200.

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

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

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.

Music Lessons

Psychotherapist

Moving Companies

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

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

Pet Care

Public Speaking

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

Networking

Camp BowWow - 101 Rte. 304, Nanuet. 845 507-0068.

Ellyn Cohen - Public Speaking Skills. 845638-2897

Real Estate

Caroline Blankfort - 917-405 1495. Debbie Blankfort, William Raveis Baer & McIntosh, 97 S. Broadway, S. Nyack, 914.522.5426 Margo Bohlin - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty, 265 S. Main Street, New City. (845) 304 4140. margo@margobohlin.com. Gail Bohlke - BHG Rand Realty, NYS Associate Broker, Certified Residential Specialist®. 845-590-5555 cell/text. 845-634-4202 ext 2240. Gail.bohlke@randrealty.com. Lisa Comito - Beetter Homes & Gardens - Cell # 914-282-7591. Office; 201-660-8800. Peggy Connolly - Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty19 E Central Avenue, Pearl River 914 715 5675. Donna Cox - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty,, 6 S. Broadway, Nyack (845) 641 8613. Mona Cushnie-Walker - Keller Williams Hudson Valley. 914 282 2664. Michel Henry - 845 381 2555. Ellis Sotheby International Realty Team 845-353-4250. Stephanie Ferrante Hirsch - Keller Williams, 845-639-4947. Margaret Lane-Boyle - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty. Cell 914 420 7058 Lydecker Realty - 13 North Broadway, Nyack. 358-3700. Jill Lydecker-Lavelle - Lydecker Realty. 845729-2349 or 845-358-0001. Mary Lukens - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty, 46 S. Broadaway, Nyack. (914) 6298582. Frank Mancione - Lydecker Realty, (914) 953-0494. Robin A. Miller - 845 596-0459. Lauren Muller - Better Homes & Gardens Realty, 50 S. Liberty Drive, Stony Point. - 845216-3712. R2M Realty - 86 Main St., Nyack. 845.358.2000 and 845.358.2001 for commercial. Rand Commercial Services - 268 S. Main St., Suite B, New City. 845 770 1280. Better Homes & Gardens/ Rand Realty – 46 South Broadway, Nyack. 358-7171. Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty - 19 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. 735-3020. Karen Steffanato - Keller Williams. Cell: 914263-1258. Cody VanCampen - Lydecker Realty. Cell: 845 558 5864. Madeline Wiebicke - Cell: 641-4333. Wright Bros. Real Estate - 845 358 3050.

Roofing & Siding

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

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Edward Corey Roofing - 845-358-5848.

Schools, Camps & Day Care.

Campus Fun & Learn Center (RCC) - 145 College Road, RCC. 845-574-4561. Head Start of Rockland, Inc. would like to have our business listed in the Rivertown guide for 12 months at $250.00 for the whole year. The Early Childhood Center - New City Jewish Center - 47 Old Schoolhouse Road New City. 845-638-9600. Preschool Education - Head Start of Rockland, Inc. Haverstraw, Nyack, Spring Valley. 845-429-4122. www.headstartofrockland.org To obtain further information regarding enrollment or program description; Please visit www. headstartofrockland.org. Or directly call Haverstraw Head Start 845-429-2225; Nyack Head Start 845-358-2234; Spring Valley Head Start 845-352-6671 LIU University - 70 Rte 340, Orangeburg. 845 450 5402. Rockland County YMCA Nursery School 35 South Broadway, Nyack, 358-0245. Stage Left Children’s Theater - 111 Route 303, Ste 113, Tappan, NY

Security Systems

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

Shower Doors & Mirrors

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

Skiing

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

Solar Energy

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

City. 845-634-3344. Saint Dominic’s Home - 500 Western Highway,Blauvelt. 359-3400. VCS Inc. - 77 S. Main Street, New City. 6345729.

Specialty Shops

Tax & Accounting

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

Special Services

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

Special Organizations

DR Environmental - 845-637-0254. (914) 4746118. Rockland Business Women’s Network (845) 729 9497. The Center for Sefety and Change (formerly Rockland Family Shelter - 9 Johnsons Lane, New

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Theaters

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

Thrift Shops

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

TMJ/TMD Doctor

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

Travel

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

Veterinarians

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

Water Systems

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

Wedding Locations

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

Window Treatments

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

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