Rivertown Feburary 2017

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We proudly offer a combined 35 years experience in the Nyacks and the Greater Hudson Valley to better satisfy your real estate needs. Offering full real estate services from conception to completion – why would you choose anyone else?

Listings - Sales - Commercial – Rentals- Mixed Use -Industrial - Land

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MARKET INDICATORS POINT TO AN UPWARD SWING IN HUDSON VALLEY REAL ESTATE! CALL TODAY & GET A FULL COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF YOUR HOME & CMA.

Congers • For Sale $433,000 MLS 4636837. 46 Trevor Lake Road. WOW! Make this terrific newly renovated townhouse your new home. This home boasts gleaming hardwood and tile floors throughout, granite countertops, updated baths, and terrific unobstructed views of the lake it is nestled against. Maintenance is all taken care of in this well-appointed community. Steps away from all mass transit routes and minutes from the tranquil state parks. Hurry, this home will not last! Only unit for sale in complex!

Piermont • For Sale $1,950,000

MLS 4618779. 623 Piermont Avenue. Welcome to one of Lydecker Realty’s Gems on the Hudson. This riverfront home boats

over 5,500 square feet of living space, ballroom sized living room with French doors leading to an oversized southern style porch. Steps to your private dock. This home can be an entertainer’s delight. Well-appointed gourmet kitchen adjoining oversized dining with panoramic views of the Hudson. Expansive master-suite with his and hers separate full bathrooms with French doors leading to the upper deck. Home features 3 additional bedrooms, private elevator and grand staircase. Whole house generator, 15 zone heating, 5 zone central air, 2 car garage, pavered driveway with elegantly landscaped property.

Valley Cottage • For Sale $887,500 MLS 4618584. 227 Old Mill Road. Look at this fabulous quintessential 1760s Dutch colonial/farmhouse built on an acre of property

Piermont • For Sale $799,000

situated against Lake DeForrest. Property adjoins large tract of land belonging to the water company with direct access to the lake. Well-appointed in a natural landscape, this home offers ample privacy. This home was expanded on in the 19th century with a sandstone and clapboard addition.

This home boasts 2 wood burning fireplaces, an updated kitchen, wonderful glassed in porch and a 1st floor master bedroom. In addition this property plays host to 2 other structures, a converted barn and cottage with fabulous artists’ studio. With tranquility and privacy on an acre of masterfully landscaped property at the edge of Lake Deforrest, why would you look anywhere else to find a home.

MLS 4619459. 55 Upper Ritie. Contemporary Colonial

with River views! Backing up to the nature trail which goes north to Nyack, this is a hilltop retreat. Breathtaking views of Hudson River, Tappan Zee Bridge, and mountains beyond from almost every room! Renovated this 1898 built home in 2000. Surrounded by lush landscaping, lawn, and trees. Spacious 2 car garage. Lower level bedroom and bath open out to yard. Master bedroom is a very spacious suite with claw foot tub and separate all glass shower. Kitchen is open to the whole first floor.

Large dining room with 2 sets of double glass doors from kitchen area.

Nyack • For Sale $159,900 MLS 543726. 290 Main St. Storefront located on Main

Street in Nyack. Space is approximately 1300 square feet and can be molded to your preferences. Endless retail capabilities or small food services business may be allowable. Motivated seller! Come make this storefront your new place of business.

Upper Nyack • Land for Sale $250,000

MLS 4510389. 9 Badi Drive. REDUCED BY THOU-

SANDS!!! MOTIVATED SELLER! Come build your dream home in prestigious Upper Nyack! Lot is nestled against Hook Mountain on a recently subdivided private road. Walking distance to Hook Mountain State Park. This lot has breath taking mountain views on a private road. Minutes away from the village of Nyack.

Nyack • For Rent $2,750/mo.

MLS 4652437.

68 So. Broadway.

Nyack • For Rent $2,375/mo.

MLS 4635445. 120 High Ave, Apt A. Welcome to your

new home nestled on a back street in Nyack. Walk to all the restaurants and shops in town or hop a bus to Manhattan. This apartment is elegantly set on the upper 2 levels of a beautifully maintained Victorian home. Don’t wait, this apartment will go fast!

Nyack • For Sale $199,000 MLS 4513838. 150 Front Street. Single Family build-

able lot on well established street. Purchase the lot and use your own builder or owner is willing to build for the right buyer. Price of home built by seller ranges from $600k-$650k depending on square footage and amenities.

Welcome to your new place of business in the Village of Nyack. This welcoming retail space is located on South Broadway right on the main strip and only steps from mass transit and all of the shops and restaurants of Nyack.

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YOU NEVER KNOW...where you’ll see Rivertown.

From Aruba to Chicago.

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BIG CATCH - The new Catch on the Hudson serves up delicious seafood - with a fabulous view of the Hudson.

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IT’S A WINNER - Union in Haverstraw celebrates ten amazing years.

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LOVE ON THE LAKE - Bolzano’s is a romantic spot for Valentine’s Day.

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REAL ESTATE QUEEN - Carol Buchanan wins a big prize for her real estate talents.

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TOP SECURITY - When it comes to security Bullet is definitely not horsing around.

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SMASH UP JOB - Congers Collision wins top ratings in the whole country.

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LOCAL TROUBADOUR Chris Murphy has built a world-wide reputation. Now he’s appearing at the Turning Point in Piermont.

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GIFT FOR LIFE - Give yourself a gorgeous home for Valentine’s Day.

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TOUCH OF BRAZIL IN NANUET - Sam Mussa is back in town with his wonderful Bon Giovanni.

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CASA DEL SOL - It’s one of the best Mexican restaurants locally - and a great place to take your true love.

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LIGHTS CAMERA ACTION The JCC International Jewish Film Festival has a wonderful lineup.

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LOVE IS IN THE AIR - And Bassett Flowers will serve all your romantic needs.

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FOOD FOR LOVERS - Take your true love to Banchetto Feast in Nanuet.

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SWEET NOTHINGS - Three delicious desserts that say I love you.

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Love Story: I first met my wife Candice many years ago, when I did a story on her successful interior design business. She always says: It pays to advertise.

Because the second time I met her, the fireworks went off and we were racing each othe down the aisle.

So this Valentine’s Day I started to think about love in the Bible. It’s not the most romantic book - lots of begattings but nor emuch passion.

There’s poor old Adam stomping around in a badly-fitting bear skin and scratching himself in the most unBiblical places.

And there - on the opposite side of the Garden of Eden - is the lovely Eve putting flowers in her hair and doing her nails.

Poor old Adam who is a ten million year old Millenial Man, doesn’t seeem to have much in the way of conversation.

“Hey honey, do you want to go out bash dinosaurs on the head?”

Does he admire her off-the-shoulder Givenchy racoon skin? No he’s got as much couth as as a SuperBowl full of linebackers.

But somehow they manage to get it on. Suddenly the begatting starts and the second man and woman are born.

In the movie Love Story, the slogan was was: Love means you never have to say you’re sorry.

Well, I’m pretty sure that Adam had a lot to apologize for. His bad breath. His ill-fitting loin cloth. The fact that he bit his nails. And, of course, he always left the seat up when he went into the woods for a call of nature.

I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about primitive man because I’ve spent the last couple of weeks being a bachelor in Haverstraw, while my wife Candice basks in the sun in Florida When I first realized I waa going to

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be a bachelor for two weeks, i thougjt: Whoopeee. Now I can watch non-stop cage fighting. I only need to make one half ot the bed. I can throw all the bath towels on the floor until the next day, at least.

But after two days of this I realized that primitive though I am, I really like the finer things in life. I actually like showers. I HATE non-stop cage fighting. And most important, I miss my wife.

Happy Valentine’s Day to the lovely Candice - and to all my readers.

A little boy asked his father, ‘Daddy, how much does it cost to get married?’

And the father replied, ‘I don’t know, son, I’m still paying for it.’

Q: What do squirrels give for Valentine’s Day? A: Forget-me-nuts.

Q: What did the valentine card say to the stamp?

A: Stick with me and we’ll go places!

Q: What did the light bulb say to the switch?

A: You turn me on.

Q: Did Adam and Eve ever have a date?

A: No, but they had an Apple.

Q: What did the boy octopus say to the girl octopus?

A: Can I hold your hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand, hand?

Q: What did one snake say to the other snake?

A: Give me a little hug and a hiss, honey.

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Tax deductions for donations to charity As we gather our 2016 tax documents and start thinking about our 2017 tax saving strategy it is a good time to revisit the rules regarding charitable donations so to be sure that we are in compliance before Uncle Sam asks any questions.

Tax deductions of any charitable contribution are allowed only if the one satisfies IRS “substantiation requirements”. The exact requirement depends on the size of the contribution and on whether it is a gift of cash or property.

Contributions of $250 or more a. For all contributions of $250 or more, the you must obtain a written acknowledgment (receipt) from the charity. The receipt must: (1) include “a description (but not value) of any property other than cash contributed;” (2) state whether the charity provided any goods or services in exchange for the gift; and (3) if the charity did provide goods or services, include a description and good-faith estimate of their value. Separate contributions of less than $250 are not subject to this requirement, regardless of whether the sum of the contributions made by a taxpayer to any one charity during a taxable year equals $250 or more. b. Additional substantiation requirements are imposed for contributions of property with a claimed value exceeding $500. c. Still more rigorous substantiation requirements, including the need for a “qualified appraisal,” are imposed for contributions of property with a claimed value exceeding $5,000. d. Values of similar items of property must be combined when determining whether gifts exceed the $500 and $5,000 thresholds. “Similar items of property” means that property of the same generic category or type, such as clothing, jewelry, furniture, electronic equipment, household appliances, or kitchenware. e. The receipt must be obtained from the charity on or before the due date of the tax return for the year of the donation.

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Non-cash contributions in excess of $500 For non-cash contributions in excess of $500, you are also required to maintain additional reliable written records with respect to each item of donated property. These records must include, among other things: (1) the approximate date the property was acquired and the manner of its acquisition; (2) a description of the property in detail reasonable under the circumstances; (3) the original cost of the property; (4) the fair market value of the property at the time it was contributed; and (5) the method used in determining its fair market value.

Contributions of property valued over $5,000 For contributions of property (other than publicly traded securities) or similar items of property valued over $5,000, the taxpayer must generally satisfy the substantiation requirements discussed above and must also: (1) obtain a “qualified appraisal” of the items; and (2) attach to his or her tax return a fully completed appraisal summary.

Condition requirements

No deduction is allowed for any contribution of clothing or a household item unless such property is “in good used condition or better. Household items include furniture, furnishings, electronics, appliances, linens, and other similar items.

Are door-hanger and other blank receipts satisfactory?

Doorknob hangers left by the truck drivers from Goodwill, Vietnam Veterans, Purple Heart, and other similar organizations do not satisfy the IRS substantiation requirements. These doorknob hangers are undated; they are not specific to taxpayers; they do not describe the property contributed; and they contain none of the other required information. These same rules apply to “blank” receipts provided by various charities when you drop items off at their designated locations.

Receipts are not required – Clothing Drop Boxes?

Receipts are not required where a contribution is made in circumstances where it is impractical to obtain a receipt (e.g., by depositing property at a charity’s unattended drop site). In that event, however, you must maintain reliable written records with respect to each item of donated property, including the name of the charity, the date and location of the contribution, a description of the property, and the method used to determine its fair market value.

Important note: Even if you could be excused from the “written acknowledgment” requirement on the theory that they made all gifts in batches worth less than $250, you are still required to maintain records to document your donations, which generally must include receipts from the charities.

Ask your CPA to review your charity donation documentation before year-end so to be sure that you will be in compliance before tax filing time and before Uncle Sam decides to get nosey and checks your work.

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Beth Am Temple hosts weekly Tuesday games and monthly Thursday games January 12, 2017 - Bingo fans can mark their 2017 calendars for games scheduled every Tues-day and the first Thursday of each month through August at Beth Am Temple in Pearl River. All Bingo games are open to the public.

Free food will be provided at the Thursday evening Bingo games, which will have a different theme monthly.

Tuesday and Thursday night Bingo sessions both feature10 games.

Players can choose from two admission packages. The Gold game board package costs $42 and includes more game boards than the $25 Silver package. Both packages include the $1,000 Jackpot (dependent on 50 full-time equivalent players). Early Bird and Share the Wealth game boards are sold separately. All game boards are paper with electronic verification.

Doors open at 5:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays with the games starting at 7:30 pm.

Tuesday night Bingo will not take place on the following dates: April 11th (First day of Passo-ver), May 30th (Memorial Day) and July 4th (Independence Day). Free coffee and tea are pro-vided at Tuesday night Bingo. Players can bring their own food but no pork or

It’s Bingo Time at Beth Am Temple fun for everyone! shellfish are allowed.

Bingo is played in the Pearl River temple’s climate-controlled, ground-level social hall.

Cushioned seating is provided. The room is well lit and has its own sound system. The building is handicapped accessible with a

brightly lit parking lot.

Beth Am is a reform temple, which embraces tradition and draws its congregation from Rockland County and northern Bergen County, NJ. It is located at 60 East Madison Ave in Pearl River. Learn more at www. bethamtemple.org or call 845-735-5858.

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Savor the bounty offered at Catch on the Hudson in Haverstraw Story/Photo: Tom Riley Catch on The Hudson Restaurant Bar & Grill located at 16 Front Street in Haverstraw is visited daily by food lovers all over the Hudson Valley.

The menu changes regularly and brings gem-like morsels that leave a lasting impression on the palate. Catch on The Hudson features a wide array of seafood and fine steaks and even pastas all that maintain the modern eclectic flair that Chef Steven Lauterbach is known for.

It’s a sanctuary of the finest cuisine in Rockland County and perhaps even the Hudson Valley. People come from throughout the region to savor the bounty offered at Catch on The Hudson.

Chef Steven Lauterbach, owns and operates this fine establishment and his 35-year culinary career has been shaped by some of the culinary powerhouses over the years.

He told us: “I have been fortunate to work under Chef Gerard Panguad (the youngest two star Michelin chef in the world and first in the United States) at the Aurora.

“I’ve had the privilege of working under world renowned restaurateur Joe Baum at the Rainbow Room and even the experience of working under the tutelage of Chef Thomas Keller in the French Laundry in California along with Per Se in New York City.

“I spent some time working with Alan Ducasse when he first came to this country and that experience too helped to shape my career in a big way. I was honored to receive a James Beard Award and given a feature in the Top 10 Chefs in Food & Wine Magazine. To summarize, my cuisine is modern, eclectic, fun, flavorful and classically inspired.”

Steve added: “I let my food speak for itself. We go the extra mile developing flavors from common locally sourced ingredients.”

Some of the most requested Small Plates are the Roast Beet and Rosemary Infused Goat Cheese Salad with Cilantro Oil, Spicy

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Top: Owner/Chef Steve Lautenberg in the beautiful Catch on the Hudson in Haverstraw. Lower left: Chef Lautenberg, General Manager/Sommelier Anton Kinloch and Assistant chef Tyler.

From some of the finest food the Hudson Valley ahs to offer to superb cocktails, you’ll love Catch on the Hudson in Haverstraw.

Arugula and Toasted Walnut Dust.

The Chilled Seafood Salad Medley features Calamari, Prawns, Scallops and Mussels with a Champagne Mustard Vinaigrette. Some notable entrees include a Scallopini of Atlantic Salmon with Garlicky Spinach, Cous Cous finished with a Smoked Salmon Chive Sauce.

The Grilled Honey Soy Marinated Center Cut Skirt Steak, Winter Corn Succotash and Smashed Yams is a very popular item that too has a depth of complexity to it. There are many more dishes to try and only so many words can be used to describe them all.

The favorite course of the evening is often the dessert like the Banana Coconut Spring Roll with Butterscotch and Chocolate Ganache or the Granny Smith Apple and Marzipan Tarte with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Crisp Apple Slices.

Steve added: “What distinguishes our restaurant from others is we are very

detailed orientated and spare no expense spare in obtaining the freshest ingredients and superlative seafood, steaks and chops.

We have daily specials and a world class cocktail menu which is ever evolving.

“It is recommended to make reservations. We’ll be having a lot of events like Weddings, Bar Mitzvahs, Fundraisers, and Wine Tasting’s in the near future” said Steven.

Anton Kinloch, general manager & in house sommelier says: “The wine list is organic and is evolving as we work hand in hand with our distributors to find unique wines and spirits.”

Kinloch, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, former beverage manager at Turning Stone Casino and bar manager at Shadows on the Hudson has spent 15 years working his way to the top and has taken the helm of Catch on the Hudson’s service and bar program.

Catch on The Hudson’s picturesque

views of the Hudson River are just one of the many unique features of this restaurant.

It’s cutting edge culinary and dining experience is complimented by the beautifully re-designed dining room with a centralized fireplace with tables for two for a more intimate and romantic evening. In the near future, the plan is to expand the Patio and building a second level.

Catch on The Hudson is an authentic taste of the Hudson Valley with its contemporary take on classical dishes. Steven’s nuanced flavors and his cultivated knowledge of sauces and his creativity in in the kitchen skillfully elevates the culinary delicacies and keeps the phone ringing off the hook.

Call 845-942-1616 or email them at info@Catchonthehudson.com. You can access their web site at www.CatchontheHudson.com Bring your date on Valentine’s Day and you’ll soon become a regular.

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The Gem of Haverstraw Union Restaurant & Bar Latino celebrates 10th anniversary Story/Photos: Tom Riley Valentine’s Day is coming and everyone is calling Union Restaurant & Bar Latino to make a reservation to celebrate Cupid’s day and Union’s 10th Anniversary.

They also are making plans to go to Union’s sister restaurant UNoodles for their avant guard bar, music and food.

Union has become a landmark restaurat in Haverstraw. Co-ownr Paulo Feteira commented: “We still believe in Haverstraw’s Renaissance and visually we are improving our infrastructure with new sidewalks and many other facelifts.

“New restaurants like Catch on the Hudson are moving in and you already have many Latino, Italian, Asian and Ecuadorian restaurants here. Haverstraw is a town of friendly people and we care about each other.

“Our Union We Care Program will be our 8th year feeding the entire community. For 3 days on Wednesday, March 1st, Monday, March 27th and Tuesday, March 28th from 5-8pm we will be feeding the community all they can eat.

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residents. It’s our way of giving back to the community as it’s on a fast track to getting better every day.”

Paulo who owns the restaurant with Chef Jose David Martinez added: “We’ll be changing UNoodles’s concept from a Bistro style to more of a neighborhood friendly restaurant.

“It will have have new ideas and lots of Italian, Latino, French and Asian flavors.

We have music on Friday and on Sunday Classical Guitar. For pre-Valentine’s weekend and Valentines Day we’ll have entertainment and great food.

“UNoodles is known as Brooklyn in Haverstraw and it offers a family friendly environment with an an unconventional

setting and Menu. The original exposed bricks and beams in the restaurant give the quaint and stylish space, a warm and homey feeling.”

UNoodles is located at 14 New Main Street in Haverstraw. you can call them at 845-947-7625. You can Email them at askunoodles@unoodles.net.

“Here at Union Restaurant & Bar Latino you are drawn into a charming hacienda-style restaurant that has a variety of dining areas and an outdoor patio. The food pulses with exotic flavors. Latin warmth is evident the moment you enter Union.

Vegetarians love the delicious Indian Naan Pizza, which is flatbread with tomatoes, black olives, queso fresco, artichokes,

Owners Chef Jose Martinez and Paulo Feteira. pesto and baby arugala. Your mouth will water just thinking about pinto bean ravioli garnished with white truffle oil, chorizo and queso seco.

“Chef Martinez puts a unique spin on a wide variety of dishes When we opened Union in 2007 we hit upon a formula to showcase a diverse, yet classic cuisine of Latin-fusion dishes that people keep coming back for more,” said Paulo. Union Restaurant is the perfect place for a romantic evening, family gathering, special occasion or for entertaining clients.

At Union you’ll find classic dishes such as Salmon Tartar (gluten free) with Avocado, Asian Cucumber Salad and Plantain Chips, Pork Ranchero (GF) which is Roasted Pork Loin, Stone Potato, Leeks Gratin & Cebollin Sauce. Also on the Menu is Fried Green Del Mare, Fried Green Potatoes, Shrimp Remoulade and Micro Greens. Another favorite is Calla de Hacha which is Sea Scallops, Golden Raisins Polenta Medallion, Candied Ginger & Cava Raspberry Beurre Blanc Sauce.

Steven from New City had this to say about Union. “We have finally found a NYC level restaurant in Rockland! Fois Gras in Rockland County? Yes. Had that for an appetizer and it melted in my mouth.

It was amazing.

“For an entree I had Long Island Duckling. It was equally good. It had Latin overtones to it with spice and a brown sauce. .Make sure you make a reservation as the place was packed and rightly so.”

Union Restaurant & Bar Latino is located at 22-24 New Main Street in Haverstraw. You can call them at 845-429-4354.

You can visit their web site at www.unionrestaurant.net.

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Bolzano’s by the Lake in Congers comes with karaoke, music and fine dining

Story/Photos: Tom Riley When people are looking for good food, fun and music they make their way to Bolzano’s By The Lake, a picturesque Italian Bistro style restaurant located at 75 North Route 9W in Congers.

On Valentine’s Day they’ll be offering a free glass of wine to the ladies so be sure to make a reservation for a fun-filled evening.

People from all over the county are drawn to Bolzano’s because of owner, Pasqual Bitici’s secret recipes.

“When I immigrated to America from Bolzano, Italy, I brought over our family’s 500-year old recipes. Our unique “secret sauce” is a special blend of spices creating a zesty flavor that has been called “addicting.” “ I’ve been a restauranteur for over 40 years and we are committed to bringing you the best tasting and most authentic food using only the freshest ingredients prepared by the finest chefs. We offer all the classic dishes and a number of our own creations. We take reservations for lunch, early bird and dinner.

“We have several dining rooms and a huge heated tent that’s a great place to hold a wedding or special occasion. Many people hold Private Parties there. We also offer In-house or Off-premise Catering for 30-300 people.

“Please be patient, good food takes time. All orders are individually prepared, you’ll taste the difference.”

Pasqual added: “We have a very exciting catering menu. For instance you can feed 13-15 people our lasagna for $60.

Linguini Clam Sauce for 15 at $70 and Pasta, Garlic & Oil for 15 at $40.

“You have a huge menu to select from.

Some of our favorite dishes include Black

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Angus Steak, 16 ounce boneless grilled in Cognac, shitake mushroom sauce or a peppercorn brandy sauce.

“Many people like our Zuppa di Pesce which is shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels and calamari in a white or red sauce. Another favorite is Pork Chop Arrabiata with hot cherry peppers, garlic & olive oil or Bone-In Ribeye, a 20 ounce rib eye with mushrooms, onions and potatoes.

“You will love our homemade meatballs, fresh Mozzarella, Italian Sausages and much more,” said Pasqual.

“You can call us at Bolzano’s for the Val-

entine’s Day Special at 845-268-9671 or let our Event Manager help you with your Wedding or Special Event.

“You can visit our web site at www. bolzanorestaurant.com. We are open Tuesday-Thursday from 11am-10pm, Friday from 11am-11pm, Saturday from 12pm9pm and Sunday from 12pm-9pm. We are closed on Mondays.”

Pasqual added: “Here at Bolzano’s you can order regional favorites to traditional specialties. Your family will love our homemade food inspired by the Italian tradition. We have a panoramic view of

Swartwout Lake and in the warmer weather dining by the lake. “We have a Lunch Special Tuesday through Friday from 11am-3pm and from 3pm-5pm we offer an Early Bird Special Dinner. Our Happy Hour runs from 4-6pm Tuesday through

Friday and we have a great Wine List.

“On Thursday evenings it’s Karaoke Night and on Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 10pm we have lots of music,” said Pasqual. “Bolzano’s is a great place to hold a Corporate Event, Special Occasion or a

Fundraiser. We can arrange for a Prix Fixe Menu with affordable pricing. Our Event Manager will take care of everything for you.”

Pasqual also owns Puzo’s Pizza & Restaurant located at 397 Route 46 in West Fairfield, New Jersey in the Walgreens Shopping Plaza. You can call him at 973575-8847. When you are looking for fine dining and a night out with fun and music and Karaoke visit Bolzano’s By The Lake and experience the secret recipes of Italy.

Enjoy Valentine’s Day by calling 845-2689671 or Email Pasqual at Abitici12@yahoo.com.

• Bolzano will be hosting a Comedy Hypnosis Show at 3pm every Sunday through March starting Sunday, February 12th starring Craig Caliciotti.

It will cost $20 at the door per person.

You’ll get 10% off Dinner with Reservations for the Show & Dinner. Come for Clean Fun for All Ages.

• And don’t forget Rivertown Exchange - Wednesday, February 8, from 5.307.30. Meet old friends and sample the delicious Bolzano cuise.

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Associate Real Estate Broker Carol M. Buchanan wins the 2017 Hudson Valley Five Star Home Professionals Award

Carol M. Buchanan, GRI,CRS, ABR is an Associate Broker at William Raveis Baer & McIntosh in Warwick, NY and she has won The 2017 Hudson Valley Five Star Home Professional Award for The 5th Time In A Row. This signature award is given to real estate agents, mortgage professionals and home/auto Insurance professional who demonstrate excellence and provide quality service to their clients.

Now entering its 13th year, The Five Star Awards Program is the largest and most widely published award in the industry, covering more than 40 major U.S. markets. Only 7 per cent of professionals in the Greater Hudson Valley area demonstrate the required excellence and a commitment to customer service.

Phone, and in-person and online survey respondents submit evaluations rating their service professional on criteria such as overall satisfaction, customer service skills, market knowledge and whether they would recommend the professional to a friend.

Carol commented: “The nice thing about this award is that it has nothing to do with how many homes I’ve sold. Attorneys, mortgage people, appraisers and home in-

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Carol M. Buchanan - “I feel so fortunate to have been one of those realtors chosen and to be chosen five times in a row. I feel honored. spectors are asked to name the one Realtor who stood out in regard to professionalism, integrity, etc.

“I feel so fortunate to have been one of those realtors chosen and to be chosen 5 times in a row, I feel quite honored. The funny thing is, the first time I won I did not accept their phone calls because I thought it was a scam or advertising call, then I realized it was for real. “ I’ve won many awards based on sales but this is special because it recognizes me as the Respected, Professional Realtor that I always strive to be. To me, that’s every-

thing.”

Carol added: “Doing what you like makes all the difference-and I love real estate. I’m a Licensed NYS Associate Broker with over 20 years experience as a Realtor.

My background includes several years as an award winning Sales Manager for New Construction Projects, a broad business background in the corporate environment and my years selling all types of residential homes from condos and townhouses to all levels of single family homes. I enjoy working in all phases of residential real estate including single family homes, condos,

townhouses and multi-family homes representing buyers and sellers,” said Carol.

“In Orange County we represent extraordinary properties upstate New York with homes for sale in Blooming Grove, Chester, Cornwall, Goshen, Greenwood Lake, Highland Mills, Monroe, Washingtonville, Montgomery, Newburgh, Tuxedo and Warwick. We emphasize unique equestrian properties. Genteel farms and equine barns are on our radar.”

Carol continued: “My credentials are a GRI-Graduate of the Realtor Institute, CRS-Certified Relocation Specialist, ABR-Accredited Buyer Representative and SFR-Short Sale Foreclosure Resource.

William Raveis Baer & McIntosh is a boutique real estate firm with the global marketing power of the Northeast’s largest family owned real estate company operating since 1975,” said Carol.

You can reach Carol at her office in Warwick at 12 Maple Street by calling her on her Cell at 845-705-9162. You can Email Carol at Carol@baerhomes.com.

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When it comes to security, Bullet doesn’t horse around Story: Tom Riley

When it comes to security Bullet doesn’t horse around. Gary Wollman the owner of Bullet Security helps more than 4,000 customers get a good night sleep because his clients know Gary and Bullet are on the job 24/7.

“Call Us-We’ll Shoot Right Over” has given customers peace of mind throughout the Tri-State area for more than 32 years.

Gary told us: “Our state-of-the-art surveillance systems and our crews are busier than ever providing security for large events, major chains of movie theaters, motels, hotels, school districts, government facilities, businesses and residential homes.

We also install and service home theater systems.

“My children, Natasha and Chad are part of the third generation in my family to work for Bullet Security. We are the foremost video installation and surveillance company in the Tri-State area.”

Gary continued: “I wanted to give back to the community a gift that entertains and educates both kids and adults. I wanted to say “thank you” to a community that has entrusted us to secure their businesses, homes and valuables for more than 31 years.

“I’ve had buses on their way to Day Camps make a special trip here so children who have never been to a zoo in their life enjoy the sounds and life size recreation of animals, some of whom are fast disappearing or are on the “endangered species list.”

Recently we’ve gotten some animals that can be found in New York State.

“One of the reason I built the zoo is to demonstrate camera surveillance and outdoor protection. When someone approaches the zoo all the animals make a ruckus.

“By using a free app I can view on my I-phone the zoo in the evening anytime I want from my home or wherever I’m on vacation. The zoo is all lit up at night and I get a big kick out of it when families stop by and visit our recreation of Africa whether it be at night or during the day. “ I spend a lot of time taking care of the zoo. I cut the grass every week and polyurethane all the animals every three years

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The zoo outside Bullet’s headquarters in Nanuet.

Opposite the latest addition to the menagerie - a tyrannosaurus rex.

Above: Owner Gary Wallman with some of his zoo. Left: The latest addition, a horse.

to ensure the sun doesn’t fade them,” said Gary.

“We work closely with law enforcement and provide video surveillance when needed. We do close circuit camera installation which can allow for off-site viewing.

You can view your home or business from anywhere in the world that has Internet access. Our company provides security for a major chain of movie theaters, motels, hotels, school districts, government facilities, businesses and residential. We also install and service home theater systems.

“People really love our Home Automation System. It controls the thermostat, lights, lamps, home theater and energy use in your home from your smart phone. You’ll enjoy the savings it provides in climate control, lighting, security and entertainment. It is eco-friendly and you can operate your lights at 85% efficiency,” said Gary.

“Our burglar and fire alarm systems have saved numerous lives over the years.

We also offer personal emergency response systems that allow seniors to live in their own homes in spite of medical conditions “ Should an emergency occur Bullet will talk to them through Central Station which operates 24/7 and is U.L. Listed. People are fortunate to have trained personnel that Bullet Security has provided for more that 30 years throughout the Tri-State area. We offer you the best systems and services available at an affordable price and will continue to do so.”

You can reach Bullet Security by calling 845-627-0300 or 877-ALARM-60. You can access their web site at www.bulletsecurity.com. Gary can be emailed at Gary@ bulletsecurity.com. You can also Fax him at 845-627-0603.

Bullet Security is located at 400 East Route 59 in Nanuet.

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Congers Collision ranks in the top 5% in the nation Story/Photos; Tom Riley Assured Performance, a manufacturers association puts Congers Collision Inc. in the top 5% of collision repair shops in the nation.

Congers Collision, a premier auto body center is located at 180 North Route 9W in Congers and has two experienced licensed adjusters on-site for immediate free estimates.

They are dedicated to providing Rockland County’s residents top notch customer service.

Owner James DeStaso told us: “Our friendly and professional staff is committed to making your collision repair process as stress free as possible.

“We will assist you with every step of the insurance claim process, from the beginning to completion. We are an I-Car Gold Class certified shop. Only 10% of all collision repair shops in the nation are I-Car Gold Class Certified.

We are also Manufacturer’s Certified and have state-of-the-art equipment.

“We do auto body and auto repair, we offer 24 hour towing and roadside assistance. Our expert technicians are masters of repairing all vehicles, both foreign and domestic.

“We only use the latest repair procedures and the most technologically advanced equipment available on the market. We offer a lifetime guarantee on paint and body work.”

James added: “We never charge for an estimate! We take great pride in

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L to R Manager Richie Stallone and Owner, James DeStaso stand next to Congers Collision’s I-Car Gold Class Award.

our customer service, and we are committed to making Congers Collision, Inc. your auto body shop of choice.

“Come in to our shop today and see why we are a great choice for you, your family and your friends! With stateof-the-art Car-0-liner Digital Measuring System and Advanced Digital Paint Technology for exact color matching and our Concierge Service you will be more than satisfied. “ While your car is being repaired, we will arrange for a rental on site to take care of your transportation needs.

We offer free pick-up and delivery.

“We have accounts with many major insurance companies, and local municipalities. We repair and do auto

body work and repair on both cars and trucks, foreign or domestic.”

If you ever get in an accident, how will you know if your vehicle has been completely and safely repaired? Your vehicle may look the same but it may not be as safe to drive. By using a I-Car Gold Class shop like Congers Collision you can be confident their technicians have been trained on: How and where to look for hidden damage that you may not see.

You’ll know what can be safely repaired and what needs to be replaced.

They inspect and repair air bags and seat belts and most of all they are trained on current vehicle technology and repair techniques.

Owner James DeStaso in his offfice at Congers Collision

Here is what Amanda B. from Mamaroneck said about her experience with Congers Collision “I was so upset when I backed up into a hidden rock wall and ruined my brand new SUV.

“James and his crew fixed my rear bumper like new for a great price! No one would ever know and they had it done in one day!!! No rental car needed.

“They gave me a ride and had me back in my own car that night!!!

Thanks guys for doing an amazing job!

Great work and customer service.”

Find out why those in the know bring their vehicles and trucks to Congers Collision for Gold Class Treatment.

Ask for owner James DeStaso or Manager Richie Stallone at the Premier Auto Body Center in Rockland County. Call 845-589-0685 and you’ll be amazed at the quick response and the great customer service.

You can email them at contact@congerscollision.com or visit their web site at www.congerscollision.com. They can also be found on social media at Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates and photos of their amazing work!

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Imagine Properties is a full-service real estate company Imagine Properties is a full service Independently owned Real Estate Company. Independent meaning we offer the same services, knowledge, marketing and technology but we are free of the red tape and fees associated with Franchises. Our agents have over 30 years combined Real estate experience and come from various different backgrounds with one common goal: to help the community with all their Real Estate Needs.

Our network includes mortgage to movers and everything in between. We cover Rockland, Orange and Westchester and have associates in all the United States.

In addition to residential and commercial, Imagine Properties is Certified SFR (short sale foreclosure resource).

Guiding sellers and buyers through this process is very delicate. We know the banks and their paperwork. Our experience makes the process easier.

We pride ourselves on giving back to the community, look for our upcoming fundraisers and seminars that will be held at our new Blauvelt location at 580 Rte 303 (in the Dunkin Donuts shopping center). For all your 2017 Real Estate needs: Buy, Sell, Rent Or Invest With Us! 845-398-1717

• CLARIFICATIONS: The Congers property listed by Stephanie Ferrante Hirsch last month should have been priced at $399,900.

Haven’t had your garage door serviced in awhile? Don’t wait until it breaks down!

Give Mike Boyer at A+ Garage Door Service and Repair a call at 845-624-6237 or visit his website www.garagedoorsrocklandcountyny.com. Licensed, bonded and insured in Rockland, Bergen and Westchester counties.

A musical life’s Odyssey - Chris Murphy today’s world troubador/ minstrel

From www.bandblurb.com “The latest studio album from Chris Murphy, The Tinker’s Dream, is a winner from the start and never disappoints. Murphy’s growing discography and long list of guest starring credits as made him one of the most respected instrumental talents in any genre currently working on the modern music scene from www.bandblurb.com From John Allen Murphy It was evident from Chris Murphy’s earliest years in Pearl River’s Franklin Avenue Elementary School that he would shape his own destiny in his own way…with music.

The journey began, not in the Pearl River High School, but in a Quaker High School where he discovered the mandolin and fiddle and Blue Grass.

The next step was Bard College at Simon’s Rock, the “Early College” in Great Barrington, Massachusetts, to steep his keen intellect, bottomless curiosity, artistic mind and imagination in the Performing Arts and then to the nationally prestigious New England Conservatory of Music in Boston which honed his musical gifts.

It was while he was working in Boston for his spend money in one of Boston’s largest Irish pubs, that he added Irish music to his growing repertoire.

When the Pub owner decided to relocate in Seattle to open a pub with a separate music hall, Chris joined him to find out more about America than the East Coast.

The next step was California which offered the widest spectrum of opportunity for Chris to further spread his musical

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wings.

Here he gave full expression of his gifts to compose, arrange, play and teach music of almost every genre including the Blues, Gypsy, Jazz, New Orleans, Bordello, Folk, Blue Gras, Irish, not as a cover band but his self expression of these sounds. All his music is his original, how he hears and feels its soul.

Here his creative potential exploded.

Here is what “The Ark Of Music.Com” says about Chris.

“New York State born and raised Irish-Italian world-music guru Chris Murphy is the kind of stuff legends are made of. He writes music. He records music. He performs music. He teaches music. We are guessing, when cut, he bleeds in song.

‘A lifelong student of the musical artform, there is not one genre, style, or instrument that has not inspired and informed his sound in some capacity.

“At 22, despite being self-taught on percussion, guitar, mandolin (and even some Eastern instruments), he met his true love

when he picked up the violin for the first time, charmed by its profound historical and geographical relevance.”

“Now based out of Los Angeles, this music troubadour fills his days teaching (guitar, mandolin, violin), composing music for films, performing for audiences local and abroad, and of course, recording his work.

“Known to record up to six albums in a year’s time, Murphy’s vast catalog of music is indicative of a level of creativity rarely encountered—in any time period.”

His latest Album, Tinkers Dream, was released in January to rave reviews.

Chris will be touring on the East Coast n February and will be appearing in the Turning Point in Piermont onWednesday February 8th at 8 o’clock.

For more information vist www.turningpointcafe.com & www.chrismurphymusic.com

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Give yourself a spacious home for Valentine’s Day Story: Tom Riley Realtor Ellen Murphy, a Broker Associate with William Raveis, Baer & McIntosh, offers valuable extra skills to her clients. She uses her Fine Arts background to transform homes and make them more appealing with renovations, new paint colors, plantings for the yard and staging.

She searches tag sales and borrows from friends to add the furniture, lighting and special touches that make the listing photos “pop.” Her work experience as a writer helps her to tell the story of the home, choosing the right words to describe the unique qualities of a particular property.

“Every home has a story to tell and every owner adds to that story,” said Ellen.

“My art background helps me immeasurably, giving me the ability to look at a home and plan changes that can make it more appealing. I’m willing to go more than the extra mile, and sometimes it becomes more like 5 miles!

“I supervised the renovation work on four homes in 2016. In each case, the owners were no longer living at the property, so I took on a lot of responsibility. Older homes are especially fun because, over the years, they take on a life of their own.”

Her latest “transformed” listing is 44 Bocket Road in Pearl River. This spacious, traditional Cape/Colonial is located

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on a street with an old-fashioned hometown ambiance. There’s a large yard with flowering trees, shrubs and perennials. The brick-front house has cozy curb appeal, but is much larger than it looks from the street.

“This home has 12 rooms and is perfect for a large family or people who like to entertain, and it’s a short distance to the city and to public transportation,” said Ellen.

Home prices are going up, and so are mortgage interest rates. Now is the time to take advantage of lower interest rates. You will absolutely love this solidly built renovated home, with 5 bedrooms and two baths and 2,156 feet square feet of living space.

“There’s a new kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a stunning glass/stone backsplash; a large living room, formal dining room, hardwood floors on the main level and wall to wall carpet upstairs; a big, beautiful 3 Season Room with EZ Breeze vinyl windows/ screens; and a large bright walk-out Family Room on the Lower Level with a new ceramic floor.

“The home has 3-zone hot water heat with three thermostats and cast iron recessed radiators. It also has 2-zone air conditioning. There’s a one car garage, plus a carport and driveway parking. The list price is $559,000.”

Ellen is a trusted resource to all who know her. She provides people with a world class real estate experience driven by personal gusto, as they move in and out of the homes that serve as the backdrops of their lives.

Ellen knows the real estate business from beginning to end and her attention to detail and negotiating skills will bring about a successful real estate transaction.

“I chose William Raveis Baer & McIntosh because they are the largest real estate company in the Northeast and their marketing web site is the envy of the industry.

We have over 41,000 buyers in our web site data base looking for homes. Raveis. com receives more than a billion hits a year.

Baerhomes.com gets over 10 million hits a year,” said Ellen.

You can contact Ellen Murphy on her cell at 845-480-1739. Her office is located at 97 South Broadway in Nyack and you can call her there at 845-358-9440. She will be happy to give you a tour of this exceptional home. You can email her at EMurphy@ baerhomes.com.

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Sam Mussa is back - and Bon Giovanni’s blend of Italian and Brazilian cuisine is a hit in Nanuet Story/Photos: Tom Riley Legendary restaurateur Sam Mussa has brought Bon Giovanni’s blend of Italy and Brazil to Nanuet and with him he has brought a following that spans 35 years.

Throughout the years Sam and Bon Giovanni have acquired a mighty impressive reputation. The people of Ramsey, NJ are still lamenting the loss of Bon Giovanni. and the incomparable Sam Mussa.

Everyday more and more people realize Sam is back and Bon Giovanni becomes a mecca for fine dining. People can’t get enough of the culinary magic performed in his kitchen.

Sam told us: “We go to extraordinary lengths to please our customers. We are innovating the traditional Italian cuisine by adding a new flavor that has really caught on. We are bringing Italy’s most famous recipes to our table in a unique way by adding a Brazilian touch to our menu from entrees to pastas and desserts.

“We have a professional staff with a warm, informal attitude, serving in a cozy and romantic environment in order to satisfy you to the limit. We welcome and encourage the whole family to dine at Bon Giovanni because we have a great kids’ menu too.”

Sam continued: “We also have a Brazilian Grille section in our menu that includes my favorite Pincanha cut of beef popular in Brazil with beef brochette with rice.

Grilled Swordfish over Spinach and Potatoes is another favorite.

“Another favorite is Avocado and Tuna Tartare with Fried Shrimp on top. People love our Home Made Ravioli stuffed with Lobster with Pink Brandy Sauce. We are all about our home made pastas and des-

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You’ll just love the food at Bon Giovanni in Nanuet. Opposite: Owner Sam Mussa outside his new restaurant in Nanuet. serts. We use only the freshest, finest and highest quality ingredients, no preservatives or MSG added. Gluten-free items are available.

“We have a great Lunch Menu which features Home Made Lasagna Bolognese, Grilled Pork Chop, Fish of the Day and 10 other great entrees served with a house salad for $10.95. We do private parties and corporate luncheon events for 30-60 people. There is plenty of parking in the rear and you’ll love the ambiance here.”

Other dishes which are bringing in legions of Sam’s fans are Seafood Risotto, Cauliflower Fritters and Grilled DoubleCut Pork Chops served with vegetables and potatoes and Red Snapper Marechiara served with Clams and Mussels over Linguini.

Happy Hour is 4-6pm Tuesday through Friday and there is a great Bar Menu - ask for your personal pizza at the bar.

Bon Giovanni Fine Italian Cuisine with a Brazilian Touch is located at 149 Main Street in Nanuet, NY. Bring your Date, Family and those you love on Valentines Day or the Pre-Valentine’s Weekend for a great dining experience.

Bon Giovanni is open Tuesday through Friday from 11:30am-10pm (11pm on Friday), Saturday from 5pm-11pm and Sunday from 4pm-9pm.

Sam started his career at The Lobster Box on City Island. Later he worked at Sid Allen’s Restaurant in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, Archer’s in Fort Lee and Romanissimo’s in East Rutherford. He opened Sam’s Place in North Haledon and Andrea’s in Waldwick.

When he opened Bon Giovanni in Suffern he received 5 Stars from the Journal News. People from Ramsey travel to Nanuet because they miss Sam and his cuisine

so much.

Call Sam and his staff at 845-624-2060 for a reservation or to arrange a party. A Gluten-Free Menu is available. You can access Bon Giovanni’s web site at www. bongiovannirestaurantnanuet.com.

You can also e-mail the restaurant at dine@bongiovannirestaurantnanuet.com.

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Casa del Sol celebrates 20 years as one of the best Mexican restaurants in Rockland

Story: Tom Riley Tom Lynch and his wife, Kathy have a lot of festivities prepared for diners at Casa Del Sol in 2017. They’ll be holding their 20th anniversary party on February 18th.

There will be live music with the Reggae band, “No Discipline.”

On February 19th they’ll be holding a fundraiser for The Rockland Pride Center.

There will be live music and an art auction.

There is great music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. On Thursday night they have an Open Jam with a House Band. On the 2nd Friday of every month Casa Del Sol holds a “Drink & Drum” Percussion Jam Session.

On the 1st Friday of every month The Nyack Art Collective holds an art show with art for sale. And don’t forget Taco Tuesday when they have $3 Tacos and $3 Mexican Beers.

Since Tom and Kathy hired Chef Mark Machacek, a Culinary Institute of America graduate the stampede for great Mexican food is really taking off. Tom and Kathy and Chef Mark developed a new menu and their customers can’t get enough of the new cuisine.

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The new menu features some great dishes such as Short Ribs Quesadilias, Brisket Burritos and Mexican Lollipops (home made chorizo with pineapple wrapped in bacon). Casa offers 14 types of tacos. They can be ordered as a single Taco or as a dinner with multiple sides to choose from such as Mexican Street Corn, Refried Beans and Yuca Fries.

Tom told us: “I started with Casa Del

Sol when they first opened 20 years ago and several years ago my wife and I bought the place. I live in town and know most of my customers on a first name basis.

“Casa Del Sol is a Mexican Restaurant serving classical Mexican dishes and specialty dinners at affordable prices. We have seating for 120 people and that expands to 160 in the spring and summer.

“We feature 30 different Tequilas and 10 Mexican Beers. We have lots of vegetarian and gluten-free options and a great Kids Menu.

“We have packages available for Birthdays, Anniversaries, Bridal Showers and a Private Party Room. During the Halloween Parade, Cinco de Mayo and the many Street Fairs here in Nyack we are really packed. We are open 12pm-1am on Tuesday and Wednesday, 12pm-2am on Thursday and 12pm-3am on Friday and Saturday. Sunday we are open 12pm to 11pm.”

Tom continued: “Our appetizers vary from Casa Nachos which have Black Beans, Monterey Jack, Jalapeños, Guacamole & Sour Cream to Loaded Nachos where you add Cajun Chicken, Andouille Sausage or Grilled Skirt Steak to Shrimp Nachos with Chipotle Cheese, Guacamole and Sour Cream.

“A typical sandwich would be our Rio Grande Chicken Sandwich with Grilled Chicken, Bacon, Avocado, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Red Onion & Lettuce with Cilentro-Garlic Mayo on a Ciabatta Roll.

“Some of our Casa Specialties include Grilled Adobo Skirt Steak which is Grilled Skirt Steak cooked to order with Adobo Seasoning topped with Sautéed Poblano Peppers and Onions & Side of Roasted Red Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables.

“Another favorite is Pollo Relienos which is Chicken Breast Stuffed with Spinach, Mushrooms & Queso Fresco and topped with a Poblano Cream Sauce served with Roasted Red Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables.”

Casa Del Sol is located at 104 Main Street in Nyack.

Call them at 845-353-9846 or access their web site at www.Casaofnyack.com. You can also find them on Facebook with great reviews.

Some of the amazing Mexican food you’ll find at Casa del Sol in Nyack.

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Lights, Camera, 14 years of action!

Welcome to the 14 th season of the JCC Rockland International Jewish Film Festival, overall sponsored by Lia Toyota, celebrating extraordinary films and filmmakers from every corner of the Jewish world!

There are 17 films from 8 countries, screening 19 times from March 5- April 5 in Regal theaters and the Lafayette Theatre.

The festival presents international celebrations of culture, identity, diversity, complexity, and history through a Jewish lens.

First-run films featuring Golden Globe nominated, Ophir nominees and winners, will bring together Rockland’s film lovers along with others from Bergen, Westchester , Orange Counties and NYC. The festival’s goal is to create a unique opportunity to address challenging issues, while fostering greater understanding of the world around us, the history that brought us here, and to help us build bridges of friendship for the future.

The anticipation is almost over as the final preparations for this year’s successful festival are being completed.

Art should move you and this year’s lineup will have you singing, dancing,reading, talking, eating and applauding for 17 magic-filled days and nights at two venues.

We’ll see fun - filled comedies, ( Opening Night - The Women’s Balcony. The Senior matinee- The Pickle Recipe; Moos, and Atomic Falafel); dramas (Fanny’s Journey, Cloudy Sunday, Wunderkinder); thrillers ( Grain of Truth), Sports - On the Map, and foodie flicks (Hummus and The Last Blintz). And a special short film featuring Ed Simon ,almost 100 years old and his 60 years of teaching music in the County.

We will again be bringing international filmmakers, critics, and experts in the fields of law, culture, holocaust and sports who will put the films in context in dialogues after each film.

For the full list of films: jccrockland.org, To purchase, call: 845-362-4400 after Feb 1. See you our loyal fans at the movies!!

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Left: Abulele. Right: Atomic Falafel.

Left: Fire Birds. Right: On the Map.

Left: Cloudy Sunday. Right: Fanny’s Journey.

The Pickle Recipe.

The Frisco Kid

The Law.

US Art Clean.

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Love is in the air and Bassett Flowers will serve all your needs Story: Tom Riley Bassett Flowers and Wedding Gallery in New City has provided floral arrangements for thousands of weddings over its 60 years in business. And in the three days leading up to Valentine’s Day they’ll have provided over 600 bouquets and floral designs for customers.

Bassett Flowers describes themselves as the premier designer florist in all of Rockland County.

Brooks and Angela, the wedding consultants at Bassett have received 5 Star reviews from The Knot, Yelp and Wedding Wire for their extraordinary wedding designs.

They accommodate every budget and are the preferred house florists for many wedding venues such as Paramount Country Club, Patriot Hills, Falkirk Estate and C.C, New York Country Club, and many more.

They create many sympathy floral arrangements and are the preferred house florist for many funeral homes.

Brooks, the manager, told us: “Ed Bassett founded Bassett Flowers 60 years ago and we continue his legacy. We provide the highest level of satisfaction. Fresh cut flowers from all over the world and local product ,when the season permits, fills our store.

“Whether you are looking for classical, contemporary or traditional arrangements, we can do it all. We also provide custom fruit & gourmet baskets, Godiva Choco-

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Brooks, manager & design consultant, and Angela, design consultant at Bassett Flowers & Wedding Gallery. Below: Some of the talented team.

lates, Plush Animals, and a large selection of green and blooming plants for any occasion. We’re proud to be a staple in the county and look forward to serving all your floral needs for years to come. “ Angela added: We have all types of beautiful vases and we offer arches and Chuppa Designs, candles, centerpieces and ceremonial decor to complete your wedding vision. We also provide the personals, bouquets, corsages and boutonnieres. We have a large and loyal customer base and our staff of 15 employees works together seamlessly to make sure you are treated like family. We really Do Care.

“When it comes to funerals, it is the

last gift you are giving and you want it to be perfect. When it comes to weddings, we’ll make sure it’s your dream wedding.

We also provide flowers for communions, graduations, dance recitals, holidays and all occasions.”

Here is what Katherine M. said on The Knot about Bassett Flowers. “We chose Bassett Flowers after meeting with Angela and watching her put together a few flowers as we talked...She was able to create the most beautiful arrangement while working within our budget...The bridesmaids were gushing over their beautiful bouquets when it came to our wedding day.”

Jessica B. said this on WeddingWire:

“Brooks is amazing. My husband and I weren’t too knowledgeable about flowers and felt lost when meeting with other florists. My Mom told me about Bassett Flowers and how they had been doing a great job for decades.

“My husband and I met Brooks, who arranges flowers for Weddings at the Bridal Show in the Pearl River Hilton. From the moment we met him we felt he understood our vision. Bassett Flowers is very honest and affordable while offering top quality flowers. We highly recommend using Bassett Flowers.”

“We want to take this opportunity to thank our many loyal customers for choosing us for all your floral needs throughout the years,” said Brooks and Angela, Design Consultants.

Bassett Flowers & Wedding Gallery is located at 305 South Main Street in New City open and delivering 7 days a week to all of Rockland and parts of Bergen County. Call them at 845-634-3638 or visit their web site at www.bassettflowers.com. You can Email them at: bassettweddingsnewcity@gmail.com.

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Take your Valentine to Banchetto Feast for prime steaks, chops, pasta and seafood Story: Tom Riley This Valentine Day weekend take your Valentine to a memorable feast at Banchetto Feast. “For the past 12 years we’ve distinguished ourselves from other restaurants by only using the finest and freshest ingredients,” says Edgar Almeida, owner of Banchetto Feast.

“Here at Banchetto we use only USDA Certified Prime Steak, Berkshire Pork Chops, and New Zealand Rack of Lamb.

We’ve been doing Valentine’s Day Specials for 12 years and our Dinners are the talk of the town.

‘Join us for an Extravaganza you won’t soon forget We offer classic Italian American dishes, decadent desserts, and an extensive collection of wine by the glass or the bottle from our new Wine List. Pasta, steaks, chops, veal and seafood are highlights of the Menu and are sure to please.”

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Owner Edgar Almeida gives a warm welcome at Banchetto Feast.

Banchetto include Banchetto Land & Sea, which is a 14 ounce Prime Steak with 2 Jumbo Shrimp stuffed with lump Crabmeat served with red skinned Potato Salad. Another is Seafood Pescatore Fra Diavolo that has Shrimp/ Calamari/ Divers Scallops/ P.E.I. Mussels/ Clams and Alaskan Salmon served over Linguine.

A real favorite is French Cut Pork Chops-Apricot & Pear Glazed served with Vegetables Medley. Everybody loves the 14 ounce, juicy, USDA Certified Prime Black Angus New York Strip Steak and the New Zealand Rack of Lamb which is 100% grass fed New Zealand Lamb Rack pan seared, then slowly oven baked and

drizzled with house Pesto sauce with Primavera Vegetables.

Eddie’s family is from Portugal and he has worked hard to be where he is today. “I love working in the kitchen and enjoy all the wonderful friendships I’ve made here at Banchetto’s.

“When the Holidays come around-there is no place I would rather be than here.

80% of the staff here have over 10 years with me and I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our employees and loyal customers.”

Banchetto is open 7 days a week and welcomes private parties, weddings, bridal showers, anniversaries, corporate

luncheons. It is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Rockland County. It has a Take-Out Service available every day. It’s four items for $20-two Chicken Parmigiana and two sides of Penne Vodka.

“We also offer a Kid’s Menu for $10.

Our Happy Hour is from 3pm-6pm 7 days

a week. Our Wine List is half price during Happy Hour,” said Eddie.

Banchetto Feast is at 75 West Route 59 and South Middletown Road in The Shops at Nanuet. Call them for your next Special Occasion or just stop by for Lunch or Dinner.

You can access their web site at www. banchettofeast.com or call them at 845624-3070. Banchetto Feast serves only the freshest and finest ingredients and all their dishes are made from scratch every day.

You can Email Eddie at MotoF1Almeida@ gmail.com.

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Rivertown Exchange celebrates at Del’Arte The wonderful Del’Arte Restaurant in Orangeburg hosted the January Rivertown Exchange. The happy crowd were celebrating the Holiday season and the food was delicious. The next Rivertown Exchange will be held at Bolzano’s by the lake in Congers on Wednesday February 8, from 5.30-7.30 pm. Photos: Arnold Roufa MD

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Rivertown editor Phil Bunton chats with Del’Arte’s owners John and Rosemarie Carollo.

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Say I love you with these delicious desserts How do you feel about Valentine’s Day? It’s a grand excuse for indulging in chocolate but it can be a tricky holiday.

Unless you’re in the first blush of romance or in elementary school you’re probably not that enthused. Which is where these recipes come in.

Put one of these desserts in front of your beloved and I promise they’ll have a Happy Valentine. You’ll be happy too because these are “cheat” recipes. Don’t tell anyone. Instead of spending hours in the kitchen you can pick up half the dessert at the supermarket, spend a few minutes adding a little extra deliciousness, then assemble the masterpiece. Happy, very easy Valentine’s Day.

Above: Chocolate Pots de Creme. Below: Chocolate Cookie Mousse. Opposite: Berry and Brownie Trifles.

Berry and Brownie Trifles Good quality store bought brownies 2 pints raspberries Mini chocolate chips, for garnish For the Whipped Cream 1 cups chilled heavy cream 1/4 cup sour cream 2 Tablespoons confectioner’s sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Cut the brownies into bite size pieces.

To make the whipped cream whisk the heavy cream, confectioners sugar and vanilla extract on high speed until soft peaks form, fold in the sour cream.

Assemble the trifles:

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Assemble the trifles by filling each serving dish with alternating layers of brownie bites, whipped cream mixture and raspberries. Garnish each trifle with a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips and serve immediately.

Chocolate Pots de Creme There are only three ingredients in this recipe but I promise it’s the best chocolate mousse you could ever wish for and it takes only a few minutes to rustle up.

Ingredients: 6 ounces chocolate chips 1 cup heavy cream 3 large egg whites Place the chocolate and heavy cream in a large bowl. Heat very gently in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time. stirring well until melted. Be very careful not to over heat. Allow to cool slightly.

Place egg whites in a second large bowl and whisk until stiff peaks form.

When the chocolate mixture is cool, fold the whisked egg whites into the chocolate mixture.

Spoon the chocolate mixture into pots

or glasses and place in the fridge for two hours to set up.

Serve with added whipped cream or a rose bud or petals for garnish.

Chocolate Cookie Mousse 15 chocolate cookies 6 oz chocolate chips 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar Place the chocolate cookies in a large zip lock bag and crush them into crumbles.

Place chocolate and 1/2 cup cream in a bowl and place in the microwave. Heat slowly about 30 seconds at a time and stir

well until melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat. Set aside and let cool to room temperature.

Whip 1 cup cream and confectioners sugar in a bowl and whip until the cream reaches soft peaks.

Divide the cream mixture in half. Add the first half the the mixture to the chocolate, fold in until completely combined. Set aside the second half.

To assemble, add a layer of the chocolate mixture in a glass, then cream, then top with crushed cookies. Repeat until the glass is filled. Serve and enjoy immediately or chill for a couple of hours.

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If it’s not in writing, it doesn’t mean a thing

I think it’s safe to say that most of us set out to do a task with the best of intentions. Whether it’s just a short shopping trip to the supermarket or mall, rake the leaves, clean out the garage or any other job, we tend to invest ourselves with intent and vigor. But, how many times have you thought to yourself…”I don’t feel like it today- it’ll be there tomorrow.” I pose to you the following question: what happens if there is no tomorrow?

After working with attorney’s most of my life in the practice of financial planning, I’ve learned beyond a shadow of a doubt that anything that’s not in writing means nothing legally. An agreement has to be in writing and witnessed in order to be official: what you are thinking means nothing. If you are a Judge Judy fan (how could you not like her!) you’ll see that many cases come before her that involve a loan of money from one party to another, and to avoid repayment the receiver claims it was a gift. No written agreement? No proof it was a loan…see the difference? So let’s talk a bit about putting things down on paper as opposed to keeping them in your head…a safe of which only you have the key and combination.

Putting things down in writing is a commitment and a promise to complete a task or obligation. When you apply for a mortgage, you fill out endless pages of paperwork and sign, sign, sign. This is to commemorate your commitment to pay them back at a certain time for a certain amount. The same can be said for all the legal stuff

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you encounter on a daily basis: your credit card, getting phone service, utilities, etc. You sign an agreement and are kept to it. But, do you do the same thing with yourself? Are you willing to keep an agreement with yourself, as if you were with an outside party? As we talked about above, what happens if there is no tomorrow? Let’s talk estate planning…

The purpose of an estate plan is to determine how and where your estate will be distributed upon your death. You worked your whole life to accumulate your net worth, defined by what you own less what you owe. So, if you’ve got a buck, you’ve got an estate. Since when we’re born we’re not stamped on our bum with an expiration date, we never know when the last time we close our eyes is going to be. Hence, the need for estate planning, or as we touched on above, to put it all in writing. It’s your responsibility to yourself and your family or business partner to make sure all your wishes are clearly written down and witnessed to make sure it all goes to who you would like it to go to, as opposed to a court of law deciding on the distribution. Anyone can lay claim to anything you have: a neighbor

ex-spouse, newspaper delivery kid…anyone. Unless you clearly delineate where it is to go, you could leave a mess behind. The mess than ends up in the lap of those you love the most when you departed: usually your spouse or kids. Without a clearly written will and other documents, it could take months or even years for your remaining family members to sort things out. Let’s be clear if you’re thinking about cost: the amount of money it will take to settle your estate will be much higher if you don’t lay it out before hand, not to mention the laborious, tedious, and tear-jerking job for those tasked to do it. Also, it’s a bear of a job I don’t wish on anyone- so do everyone a favor and get it done. If you have your plan in place, is it time to re-visit it? New grandchildren, divorce, deaths, lack or change in relationships and just personal thoughts about disbursements are but a few reasons to review your plan every 5 years or so- less if you have a life event. I’ve seen estate plans that still had a former spouse in them- not a pretty issue to deal with, trust me! I’ve seen disbursements to people who have been dead for years, with no provisions for the next beneficiary, leaving the assets in limbo. I haven’t seen it all, but in 32 years, I’ve seen a lot.

It’s important to know that beneficiary designation of an annuity, life insurance policy or a retirement account will always supersede your will. For example, if you had your brother as the beneficiary on your IRA and in your will you decided to leave the IRA to your daughter, it will go to your brother regardless of what you put in your will. So remember- will second, named beneficiary first. Trusts can be utilized for a variety of needs if leaving money outright to beneficiaries is not a good idea due to age, lack of responsibility, special needs or any other reasons leaving money outright to a beneficiary may not be a good idea.

I emphatically, strongly suggest you speak with your Certified Financial Planner™ and/or your estate attorney about getting your plan down in writing. I also suggest that when you choose an attorney, make sure he or her are specialized in the skills of estate planning and taxes. You wouldn’t go to a dermatologist if you broke your ankle, and you should go to an attorney who specialized in anything other than tax and estate planning. I promise you that doing your plan won’t harm you in any way, just like doing life insurance won’t kill you. You’ll sleep more soundly, and so will your loved ones.

For more information on Neal’s take on Life, Love and Money, just call the office to get his book, “Tales From the Chestnut Tree” at a discounted rate for all our readers. Just call the below number and we’ll hook you up…happy reading!

For more information on Neal’s take on Life, Love and Money, just call the office to get his book, “Tales From the Chestnut Tree” at a discounted rate for all our readers. Just call the below number and we’ll hook you up…happy reading!

Please feel free to call Neal at 845.369.0016 or email him with your questions at neald@chestnutinvestment.com. Visit his website at www.chestnutinvestment.com

While traveling in October earlier this year we spent some time on A great winter sipper is Port. We like Port from Oporto in Portugal where it all began. Although the real action is across the river in Vila Nova de Gaia you can cross over on the Luís 1st Bridge built

by Téophile Seyrig, a disciple of Gustave Eiffel. This is where the Port houses have long stored their Port Pipes (a barrel that holds 145.2 gallons or sixty cases of Port). There are more than 50 Port houses in this area and you may visit many of them Port as you know is a fortified wine. Since it is high in alcohol the Quintas (farms) that make it are still allowed to stomp the grapes in a lagare, which is an 18 square foot granite holder with sides about three feet high. These squares are big enough for a few people to tread back and forth. Some Quintas use a robotic treading machine to do the same thing.

During fermentation a 150 proof brandy is added. This stops the fermentation, killing the yeasts, and gives a zip to the Porto by bringing it up to 15 -20 percent alcohol. It leaves some residual sugar so you now have a sweet fortified wine, Port.

If you travel up the Douro River you will come to Pinhão where the slopes are some of the steepest in the world. The terrain is truly breathtaking. Years ago they did stone terracing but in the 1970’s they started to do mud terracing .There is a real problem with erosion here especially when one of their severe storms come through.

It brings down rocks, mud and lots of destruction as we witnessed firsthand when we visited Quinta de la Rosa in 2008.

There are many styles of Port which vary in price from affordable to very expensive. There are two major styles of Port: Wood and Vintage. Wood Port comes in the form of Ruby, also know as “vintage character”, and “LBV”. These are less complex, more youthful and ready to drink. Tawny which is also in the wood family can be labeled 10 year old, 20, 30 or even 40. These are blended wines which are in the style the winemaker seeks for the appropriate age on the bottle. The wines that have been selected for blending have been aging for years in Pipes.

The most famous of course is Vintage Port, which is a specific year that a particular Port House has declared as their best. It could be one Port house, many or, as is the case for 2011, all of them. As this port ages in the bottle it becomes more and more seductive.

Vintage Port is costly, very sought after and the least available. It is aged for 2 years in wood and then matures in the bottle for 10 – 20 years or more. The outstanding 2011 vintage is expected to reach its peak between the years 2025-2050! Hope you have the endurance and patience to experience the 2011’s in their prime.

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• Nyack Wine Cellar, 43 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845 353 3146.

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Good news, we hope!

YES! It’s great if it is used for good works and if it isn’t used improperly we hope, but... it seems to be very, very, dare I say very? promising. What is it? It’s called CRISPR, an acronym for Clustered Regularly Inter-spaced Short Palindromic Repeats; ...can you repeat that? And aren’t you sorry you asked? It’s full name is CRISPR/Cas9, don’t ask. This could be on a par, for science and health, what the transistor was for electronics. Though it’s unintelligible to us, scientists know all about this and are fighting for patent rights over who discovered it first, not unlike the British, French, Spanish, and Native Americans when we all arrived or were born to this continent. Around for about 4 years now, it was discovered and developed by 2 women and/ or one guy, depending on who you believe, because, in the case of the women anyway, someone noticed that yogurt, yes, yogurt bacteria seemed to find a way to defend itself from pathogens by using DNA alterations. So, as per the short version of this story, it occurred to one of these two female scientists (Dr. Charpentier and Dr. Doudna) who co-invented the technique, that this protein the yogurt bacteria uses, could be “used to inexpensively find and alter any piece of DNA in any species.” The other Doc who discovered this around the same time but before them, whose paper, a bit different in how he would use it, got the rights even though it came out later, so he thinks it’s also his, is a Dr. Zhang. These scientists are now fighting over patent rights. Oy vey, because THIS IS BIG, REALLY BIG. Has potential in the right hands, but horrible in the wrong ones; yet let’s be optimistic, shall we? This technology allows scientists to unzip DNA, and either allow it to repair itself, or put in a corrected sequence of DNA. It has other uses too, but that’s the easiest to understand here. Scientists have used CRISPR to make mosquitoes who are resistant to the parasite that causes malaria, 99% of whose offspring got the resistant gene. What does this mean for us? First and foremost, what does it mean to mushrooms, who have nothing to do with mosquitoes generally, but who have been upset about turning brown. So now the genes that turn them brown CRISPR has edited out, in at least the lucky ones anyway who can be identified as the ones with smiles on their little faces.

And Rutgers is working on a project using CRISPR to engineer disease resistance and stress tolerance using grapes and another crops, say they. WOULD that they could engineer stress tolerance among the stressed; ok it could happen. Other foods, like potatoes, can, when subjected to high heat as browned for instance, release acrylamide, a cancer causing substance, but a CRISPR experiment is editing out the gene responsible for that in the potato, with the help of a few scientists I imagine. Processing soybeans may produce trans-fats, so CRISPR, with the help of a bio-tech company is editing the beans so that they are more like olive oil, Olive!

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A little soy oil on your salad Sarah? So lots of plants may be altered using this, and so may the genomes of humans, hopefully in a good way.

What ways? It may someday be used to remove genes that cause Sickle Cell, and replace them with what should have been there in the first place. Some scientists have reportedly used it to treat Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in mice, for which the mice offspring were reportedly very grateful, as we all should be, in the event the development of this technique can, which right now it isn’t, be useable in humans. It’s little boys who develop this around the age of 4, with no cure as of yet that I know of; an awful genetic disorder causing limb weakness and early death in some. The gene responsible for this malady is the largest known human gene, and is subject to mutations, so anything that can be used to help prevent problems for these little guys would be wonderful. One gene responsible for retinitis pigmentosa, a disease that causes blindness, will be studied with this technique eventually in humans, hopefully this year, after good results with mice, who saw better after treatment, but kept the designer glasses. Another, though rare but significant condition called PCD or Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia was treated with this technique, and showed promise for those afflicted. Without these cilia, tiny hairs beating back the phlegm in the lungs, patients are subject to infections and inability to cough it up, so to speak. What happened in this study: “normalisation of ciliary beating and pattern occurred in 33% and 29% of cells, respectively.

Conclusion: This study demonstrates that gene editing can rescue ciliary beating”. Again, good news for a change. Another article talks about using CRISPR for genetically predisposed, in this case genetically induced, mice, with cataracts having a good outcome for the “pups”. Yes that’s what the baby mice are called, but no one thinks they’re cute enough to adopt except me and I just can’t. Another study? Paraphrased to keep you awake, with CRISPR, gene corrections have been successfully conducted in adult derived stem cells (iPSCs) from patients with a blood disorder called thalassemia, and muscular dystrophy patients, paving the way for ultimate clinical applications of gene therapies for these two inherited diseases. For HIV patients see this: “mutation in a gene that leads to cell-resis-

tance to HIV-1 infection was achieved in blah blah, they actually MADE a mutation to do this with this outcome...“ lead to decreased viral load, lending support to the potential of CRISPR-Cas9 in AIDS gene therapy.”.Good news I say! So says a study cited in the Journal of Medical Genetics, who said….”CRISPR-Cas9 has shown potentials in cancer gene therapy” and “Although only very few gene therapy products were licensed for cancer treatment during the past decades, gene therapy remains one of the hottest spots in cancer research nowadays, given that cancer is a genetic disease and that gene therapy holds the promise of combating cancer from inside with minimum side effects. Of the more than 2000 gene therapy clinical trials worldwide, 64.1% were cancer gene therapy.

But wait, there’s MORE!!! According to the Journal of Medical Genetics cited study... “ Many viral infections are associated with carcinogenesis, such as HBV and hepatitis C virus in liver cancer, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) in nasopharyngeal carcinoma and human papillomavirus (HPV) in cervical cancer. Clearance or inactivation of these oncogenic (cancer producing) viruses can interrupt and may even reverse tumorigenesis (tumor creation) process. CRISPR-Cas9 editing system is derived from bacterial native immune system (yogurt bacterial mentioned) and hence has inherent advantage in defense against or clearance of viral infection.

So there you have it, Good News for a change.

Are there drawbacks. There always are. Cancers that aren’t viral in origin, or those that progress at this point may be too complicated to attack with gene therapy. But some viruses can be “genetically engineered to infect and replicate in cancer cells” and CRISPR has potential to help enhance the immune response to cancer by modifying T-cells (immune cells). . Unethical uses etc. are also a very big concern. But there are 10,000 single gene diseases in 1 of 100 births, and the potential for this gene-based medicine, when it is operational enough to change the world is enormous. Now go have a good February, and be happy, it’s good for you!

Www.godrjo.com where there is always more..845 358 2687. 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, Chiropractor, is for informational purposes only. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any or stopping any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem.

Blauvelt Library

ADULT PROGRAMS Please Note: Construction is in full swing on major renovations of the Blauvelt Free Library, including installation of an elevator in an attached silo, reconfiguring of the main staircase, transformation of the open back porch into a Quiet Study Room, enlarged StoryTime space in the Children’s Room, administrative offices added to the second floor and a more welcoming front entrance. These changes could take the better part of a year to complete, and many, if not all programs will be effected.

Classic Movie | Tuesday, February 7, 12 pm. Paul Kaufman introduces a free screening of “The Fabulous Baker Boys” , the 1989 film starring Michelle Pfeiffer and the fabulous Bridges Brothers, Jeff and Beau. Coffee and tea are provided, and Linda Kaufman brings tasty baked sweets.

Book Chat | Wednesday, February 15 at 7 pm. Educator, Evelyn Murphy presents a lively discussion of a popular book on the third Wednesday of every month. This time, the group will consider “Emma” by Jane Austen, with guest presenter, Judy Pocalyko.

Books are available at the library circulation desk.

Call 845-359-2811 to let us know you’re coming.

Coming in March: See The Chieftains at NJPac | Sunday, March 5. Friends of Blauvelt Library invite you to join them at a matinee performance by Ireland’s most legendary performers, who will appear with the amazing husband and wife fiddle team of Natalie MacMaster and Donald Leahey at a 3pm show. Forget the hassle of driving to Newark; a coach bus will load at the library lot, 541 Western Highway, Blauvelt at 12:45 pm. Expect to be back around 7 pm. Your $85 ticket includes the transport and gratuity. For show info, call Friends President, Alice Ryan at 845 398-3590. Cash or check made out to Friends of Blauvelt Free Library required at time of in person registration. Library number is 845 3592811.

SELECTED YOUTH PROGRAMS Twist ‘n’ Shout Toddler Time | Wednesdays, 10:15 am or 11:15 am | thru February 22. Join Marybeth for stories, puppet play, songs and movement.

Registration required at 845 359-2811.

StoryCraft | Every Wednesday + Thursday from February thru February 23, 2 - 3 pm. Join Fran or Marybeth for stories, puppets, songs, and a craft. Ages 2 ½ to 5, in the Children’s Room.

Valentines for Veterans | Wednesday + Thursday, February 1 + 2, 1 – 5 pm. Honor a military veteran’s service by making them a handmade valentine. Just drop in.

Sing and Dance with Mr. Kurt | Monday, February 6, 4:30 pm. Funny songs, wacky props and bubbles!

Ages 2 – 7. Please call to register.

Music fun with Fran | Tuesdays, February 7 + 28, 10 am. Interactive music play with puppets and instruments. Space limited, call to register.

Candy Making with Debbie | Wednesday, February 8, 5:30 pm. Get ready for Valentine’s Day with home-made sweets. Limit 15. Ages 7-13, must register at 845-359-2811.

Valentine StoryTime | Wednesday, February 9, 6 pm. Ages 3 - 6. Wear your PJ’s and bring a favorite stuffed toy for stories and a craft. Make a valentine

The Guide for a BFF! Please register at 845 359-2811.

Herbs ‘n’ Spice and All Children Nice with the Master Gardeners | Wednesday, February 15, 4:30 – 5:15 pm. Learn about herbs and spices, and make a pine cone creature. Ages 4 – 7. Registration required.

Junior Engineering with Tech Adventure | Thursday, February 16, 6 - 7:30 pm. Learn cyber Lego building techniques. Ages 5 - 9, Limit 10. Call 845359-2811 to register.

CheckMates Chess Club | Monday, February 20 at 4:30 pm. Bring your brainpower! We’ll provide the chessboard and pieces. Ages 7 and up. Meets in the Children’s Room.

Legomania Lego Club | Wednesday, February 22, 3:30 – 5 pm. Bring your own Legos, or use ours. Any Lego donations are welcome. Ages 6 + up. Meets in the Children’s Room.

Magic Tree House Book Club | Thursday, February 23, 4:30 pm. Chat and game about Book # 37, “Dragon of the Red Dawn”. Ages 7 + 8. Registration required at 845-359-2811.

Wii Games | Thursday, February 23, 3 - 5 pm. Show off your mad Wii skillz. Ages 7 – 11.

Mommy + Me Yoga | Friday, February 24, 10 am.

Have fun while you learn together. With Wendy Messano. Ages 2 to 4. Limit 10. Register with Marybeth at 845 359-2811.

Moovie and Poopcorn | Friday, February 24, 3 – 4:45 pm. “Finding Dory” (PG) 103 min. Ages 6 + up.

Popcorn, too!

Paws for Reading | Monday, February 27, 4:15 – 5:15 pm. Therapy Dogs Buster and Paco love to hear kids read. Register for one of eight, 15-minute sessions at 845-359-2811. Grades K – 5.

T*A*W*K* Teens at Work Klub | Tuesday, February 28, 4 pm. Our Teen Advisory Board meets to help plan programs, order media and earn Community Service hours. Grades 6 through 12.

Hopper House

ANNUAL MEMBERS’ SHOW - January 21 – February 26. The Annual Members’ Show is part of the Edward Hopper House’s mission to nurture community engagement with the arts. Over 80-100 works are showcased in this lively exhibition, featuring local and national Artist members of the Edward Hopper House.

ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS: Suzanna Frosch, Polly King, John Rosis. March 10 – May 21, 2017. Opening Reception: Thursday, March 9, 6:30 – 8:30 PM. These artists share a fierce commitment to formal structure as they collage and layer materials to create space and depth. The exhibition was curated by Rockland sculptor and installation artist, Joanne Howard. Ms. Howard notes how the artists’ works – though wide in interpretation – are connected by a sense of restraint without sacrificing elegance or lushness.

Polly King says that she uses free-association in her work as she searches for materials that “add something of a storyline or a literal reference.” Ms. How-

ard states that the “relationship between King’s personal mark making and the mechanized collage elements is central to the works’ dynamic tension.

This battle between personal and other is also a keystone to Susanna Frosch’s works on paper.” Suzanna Frosch’s found objects mark the passage of time and, Frosch says, “possess their own narrative, each a silent reminder of their personal history.” Weaving human mark-making combined with text-based collage elements based on rigid order, Frosch’s work evokes symmetry found in nature as well as “awkward incongruities and precarious balances.” For John Rosis, process drives his work across various mediums. Taking subtle cues from nature, Rosis’ work displays a bold, measured simplicity. Ms. Howard notes his “exploration embraces restraint without the disruption of outside forces.”

ONGOING EXHIBITIONS AT THE EDWARD HOPPER HOUSE EDWARD HOPPER: EARLY WORK AND MEMORABILIA - Ongoing in the Sanborn Gallery . Early drawings, paintings, and etchings, together with memorabilia, including model boats made by Hopper, paint boxes, a palette and easel, are presented on an ongoing basis.

EDWARD HOPPER’S BEDROOM REIMAGINED - Ongoing on the second floor. The bedroom in which Hopper spent the first 28 years of his life has been transformed into a showcase designed in period style by Architectural Digest featured designer Ernest de la Torre, and architect Walter Cain.

Nyack Library

Adult Programs (Please register for ALL Adult programs at www.nyacklibrary.org or with ext.

214) Maker Space Arduino Workshop with Open Collaboration time. Wednesday, Feb 8, 6:30 pm Using servo motors with your Arduino Wednesday, Feb 22, 6:30 pm Using multi-color led light strips with your Arduino Carnegie Concert Series: - Shirley Crabbe & Friends. Friday, February 10, 7:30 pm. Please register for concerts online or call 845-358-3370 ext.

214. Suggested donation at the door: $10.

Food for Thought Lecture: Bilingual Education.

Thursday, February 16, 7:00 pm. Come learn about the different types of bilingual education in American Schools today, and about the long term cognitive benefits of learning a second language.

Carson at 100: The McCullers Centennial Sunday, February 19, 3:00 pm. The Carson McCullers Center at Columbus State University and Nyack Library present: After Carson’s “A Tree. A Rock. A Cloud.” Original music composed and performed by Liliya Ugay (piano), accompanied by Paul Neubauer (viola). After the musical performance there will be a dramatic reading of the short sto-

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ry, adapted and performed by poet/playwright John O’Keefe. Reception at The Carson McCullers House, 131 S. Broadway, immediately following the program at the library.

The Black Panthers: Portraits from an Unfinished Revolution Wednesday, February 22, 7:00 pm. In The Black Panthers, photojournalist Bryan Shih and historian Yohuru Williams offer a reappraisal of the party’s history and legacy. Through stunning portraits and interviews with surviving Panthers, as well as illuminating essays by leading scholars.

The Plight of the Elephant Sunday, February 26, 2:00 pm. Roger and Jackie Chiger are educators who have visited the Boon Lott’s Elephant Sanctuary in Thailand. Jackie has taken some wonderful photographs which she has blown up, matted and framed, to sell at the talks all proceeds are sent to the Boon Lott’s Sanctuary to help the elephants.

The American Dream: Homebuyer Education Tuesday, February 28, 7:00 pm. Thinking of purchasing a home? At this workshop, we’ll focus on the steps needed before, during and after your home purchase. Presenter: Chris Dlugozima Education Specialist GreenPath Financial Wellness. ***NEW*** Memoirs Book Discussion Group Tuesday, February 21, 7:00 pm (Third Tuesday of the Month) Exhibits Staircase Gallery: Haile Binns, Wooden Canvases - Blue Gallery: Dan White, Drawings Teen’s Programs (Register for ALL Teen’s Programs at ext. 236) SAT Practice Test - (Official SAT Study Guide Practice Test #2). Saturday February 25th @ 12:00 pm 4:45 pm in the Meeting Room. Complete and score a full-length practice SAT from the test maker.

Teen Kickboxing - Thursdays, 12/29, 1/26 and 2/23 @ 6:00 pm. in the Meeting Room. This class teaches basic Kickboxing skills, which includes: punch, kick, and elbow strikes, partner drills, and pad work in addition to core strengthening exercises.

Teen Yoga Mindfulness - Wednesdays 12/21, 1/18 and 2/15 @ 5:00 pm. In the Community/Meeting Room. This comprehensive discipline of yoga provides two essentials for teens: emotional nourishment and physical fitness – while creating calm and balanced minds and building strong and flexible bodies.

Black History Month Teen Black History Month Craft - Tuesday, February 21th @ 6:00 pm in the Teen Room. Come make a special African American Craft.

Teen Soul Food Cooking - Tuesday, February 28th @ 6:00 pm in the Teen Room. You will be cooking up some yummy soul food.

Children’s Programs (Register for ALL Children’s Programs at ext. 228) Celebrate Black History Month in the Children’s Room Awesome African-Americans: Misty Copeland.

Thursday, February 16 at 4:30 pm. Learn about the life of Misty Copeland, the first African-American principal dancer with the American Ballet Theater.

Make a ballet related craft and dance to the music

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of Firebird, one of Misty Copeland’s premier roles!

For kids in Grades 1 - 4. Register Today!

StoryWalk: The Patchwork Path - February 1 - 28 when library is open. Take a StoryWalk through the pages of The Patchwork Path by Bettye Stroud. The StoryWalk will be set up in the Children’s Room for the month of February so you may enjoy it at your convenience. Interactive for children.

Alien Invaders! With Animal Embassy - Wednesday, February 22 at 2:00 pm. (school vacation week).

We will be introduced to several live “Alien Invaders”, animals that were once family pets but were released into the wild. The problem is that they are not native to these environments. Learn about the challenges they face as well as the challenges they create. Live animals! For children ages 4 - 11. No prior registration needed.

Community Programs AARP Free Tax Aide - Mondays, 10:00 am-2:00 pm February 6 through April 17. You must bring two forms of ID, one with a photo. You must be signed in by 1:00 pm to be seen the same day.

Six Hour Defensive Driving Course - Saturday, February 18, 10:15-4:45 pm. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Contact Ian Prastien (201)522-5892. A $23.00 fee is required at the time of registration.

Orangeburg Library

Adult Programs Stamp Collecting with Tom Riley Learn valuations of stamps, where to sell, and look at rare stamps.

Each participant will soak stamps off paper and mount dry into an album provided. February 1 — Wednesday, 6:30 to 7:30 PM Register online www. orangeburg-library.org Book Talk Marisa Scheinfeld, Catskills Photographer, uncovers the forgotten world of the Borscht Belt. February 12 Sunday, 2 to 3 PM Register online www.orangeburg-library.org Chair and Standing Yoga with Debra Broadman Mondays, 1 to 2 PM December 5, 12, 19 January 9, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27 Register online www. orangeburg-library.org Tai Chi Movements with Philip Cross Mondays, 6:30 to 7:30 PM February 6, 13, 27 Register online www.orangeburg-library.org Wellness Discussions with Dr. Brett Caminez, DC Perfect Posture: Feb 6 —Monday, 2:15 to 3 PM Register online www.orangeburg-library.org Children’s Programs Two-by-Two Zoo Spend an afternoon making some friends with lots of furry animals including a rabbit, chinchilla, snake, bearded dragon and a kangaroo!

February 23 — Thursday, 2 to 3 PM Register online www.orangeburg-library.org Family Pizza Bingo Come out for a night of fun; win prizes and eat pizza. February 7 — Tuesday, 6 to 7 PM Register online www.orangeburg-library.org Snacks for a Healthy Heart with Jenna Amos of ShopRite in Northvale. Grades K to 5. February 15 — Wednesday, 6 to 7 PM Pajama Storytime Put your pajamas on and meet Miss Kimberly at the library for a story and craft. February 22 Wednesdays, 6 to 6:45 PM

Valentine’s Day Cards with Julie Litz: February 6 —Monday, 6-7 PM Grades 6 to 12.

Palisades Free Library

Adult Programs Open Mah Jongg Play – Tuesdays at 11:00 am.

The Mah Jongg group will meet every Tuesday. 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, February 1, 7:00 pm. Whether you create art to live or simply wish to live more creatively, find your motivation while we explore The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. We’ll start each meeting with a check-in, where members will have the opportunity to share their experiences with morning pages, artist dates, etc. and continue the discussion with topics and tasks covered in The Artist’s Way. Bring your artwork, writing, music, etc. to share with the group (not required, but strongly encouraged). Newcomers welcome! RSVP on the Library’s Meetup page: meetup.com/palisadesfreelibrary/ Little Known Films: Après Vous (rescheduled from January) – Saturday, February 4, 5:00 pm. A special after hours showing, with light appetizers, of the film featured in the December 2016 issue of 10964: The Palisades Newsletter. Joining us to introduce the film will be film director (“Charlie Hoboken”, “Undertow”), Palisades resident, and writer of the newsletter’s “Little Known Films” column, Tom Mazziotti.

Cookbook Club – Monday, February 13, 7:00 pm.

Do you love browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes? Do you enjoy sampling and sharing new dishes? Then the new Palisades Free Library Cookbook Club is for you! Please stop by the Reference Desk to sign up and pick out a recipe from: Dinner: A Love Story.

Pearl River Library

Chess and Games Club for Teens and Tweens - Come meet other chess and game enthusiasts to engage in some brain-building, friendly competition and conversation. Register at the Reference Desk or online at the library website. Wednesdays 4:155:00pm, 2/1, 2/15 Math Club for Teens and Tweens - S.T.A.C. Math Professor Meghan DeWitt will introduce a cool new math concept and then teach how to use it with an in-class project. Register at the Reference Desk or online at the library website.Wednesdays 5:306:30pm, 2/8, 2/22 YA Book Club - If you love to read, join PRPL’s YA book club to have fun and talk about your favorite books and authors. Then, every summer you and your book club team will have a chance to participate in Battle of the Books. Register at the Reference Desk or online at the library website. Thursdays, 6:307:30PM 2/16 Teen Writing Workshop - Grades 8-12. This workshop is a supportive place where you will meet other teen writers and, together, set your creative ideas in motion. Register at the Reference Desk or online

at the library website.Wednesdays 5:30-6:30, 2/15 YA Art Club (for teens & tweens) - An ART CLUB where you can let your creative ideas flow. Using different types of mediums, teens will create collages, paint watercolors, and face all types of fun challenges as an artist. Register at the Reference Desk or online at the library’s website. Thurs. 6:30-7:30pm 2/2, 2/9, 2/23 Teen Tech Tutors - If you’ve got a smartphone that’s outsmarting you, or any other device that’s dumbfounding you, our Teen Tech Tutors can fix that.

Come by the library to get smart about your tech.

Sign up at the Register at the Reference Desk or online at the library website.? Mondays, 4:00-5:00PM 2/13, 2/27 Herbs ‘N’ Spice and All Children Nice Thursday, February 23, 4:30-5:30pm Ages: kindergarten – 4 th grade Cornell Cooperative Extension returns with an interactive S.T.E.A.M.-oriented investigation of some not so common herbs and spices and their varied, sometimes strange uses. Register starting Monday, February 13 at 9:30am

Rivertown Film

Broadway at Depew, Nyack. All films presented digitally Information: 845.353.2568 or www.rivertownfilm.org. Tickets at the door, in advance from 800.838.3006 or online at www.rivertownfilm.org Unless otherwise noted: $12 general admission $9 for students, seniors and general Rivertown Film members. $8 for student and senior Rivertown Film members Wednesday, February 8 – 8:00 PM at Nyack Center, THE TRIALS OF MUHAMMAD ALI. Directed by Bill Siegel. 2013, USA, 92 minutes Muhammed Ali was the most famous, loudest and baddest of Americans to refuse to serve during the Vietnam War. His embrace of Islam— specifically the Nation of Islam— led to his stance on the war and his journey to the Supreme Court. There is no smoothing over the complexities of Ali’s religious affiliation and acceptance of dogma in this tale of a man who spoke his mind (and could care less what people thought) and broke America’s polite contracts regarding celebrity and race.

Meet the Filmmaker: Bill Siegel, via Skype “In its portrayal of a hyper-confident motormouth, The Trials of Muhammad Ali leaves a clear impression. The fighter shook up America—and its assumptions about race—by being the opposite of Jackie [Robinson]: always talking, always reacting, always provoking.” – Steven Zeitchik, Los Angeles Times “If you weren’t there at the time, it’s hard to believe American celebrities ever burned this bright.” – Time Out New York “. . . a wholly illuminating look at Muhammad Ali. . . a surprisingly fresh and vivid portrait . . .” – Kevin Jagernauth, The Playlist/IndieWire “. . . the terrific Trials is required watching.” – Joe Neumaier, New York Daily News SPECIAL EVENT Saturday, February 25 – 7:30 PM at Nyack Center The 3rd Annual INSPIRED! The creative process is a mystery, known only to the

artist. Or is it?

Not always. On Saturday, February 25, Rivertown Film gives our guests a peek into this “mystery.”

Thirteen artists from various disciplines—photographer, filmmaker, singer, dancer, sculptor, painter, actor and more—reveal in rapid fire what inspires them via 10 slides at 20 seconds per slide.

This unique, entertaining and enlightening evening begins at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $30, $25 for members, and include complimentary hors d’oeuvres, with wine available for a small contribution, as well as the opportunity to mingle with the artists before and after the presentation. Tickets are limited and are sure to go quickly. For more information and tickets, go to www.rivertown film.org or call 845.353.2568.

Tappan Library

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1 - Movie: Sully (PG-13) – Wednesday, February 1 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. The story of Chesley Sullenberger, who became a hero after landing his damaged plane on the Hudson River. 96 min. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4 - Selling on eBay – Saturday, February 4 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library.

Learn how to choose and price your merchandise, collect your payment and ship your goods from an eBay Power Seller. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5 - Basic Chinese Travel Conversation – Sunday, February 5 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn how to talk about food in Mandarin. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 - Tappan Patent and Dutch Settlement – Saturday, February 11 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. To coincide with the pictorial history of the Dutch settlement display at the library, the Tappantown Historical Society will be available to answer questions about Dutch settlement and the town patent.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 - Basic Chinese Travel Conversation – Sunday, February 12 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn how to talk about food in Mandarin. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 - Library Hacks: The Online Catalog – Tuesday, February 14 at 11:00 a.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn how to search, place holds and create wish lists in the catalog. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 - Celtic Noir – Wednesday, February 15 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Find out what’s hot in crime fiction from Scotland and Ireland. Pre-register online at www. taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 - Intermediate Genealogy – Saturday, February 18 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Find secondary records and sources such as ship passenger manifests, naturalization papers, military records, foreign records and more.

Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call

359-3877 for info.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19 - Basic Chinese Travel

Conversation – Sunday, February 19 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn how to talk about food in Mandarin. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 - Basic Chinese Travel Conversation – Sunday, February 26 at 3:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn how to get from place to place in Mandarin. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28 - Cookbook Club Discussion: Deliciously G-Free – Tuesday, February 28 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Join the Cookbook Club to discuss Deliciously G-Free by Elisabeth Hasselbeck. Participants make a recipe from the book to share, and we’ll eat and discuss the cookbook.

Register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

Valley Cottage Library

IN OUR GALLERY Feb. 1-27: Less is More by artist Steven Reid. No reception.

Wednesday Matinee Movies at 2pm. Feb. 8 – What Happened Miss Simone? Feb. 22 – Race SUNDAY CONCERTS AT 1:30PM. You MUST Register! Feb. 12 - Anna Veleva, opera singer: Romantic Classical Songs and Arias. eb. 19 - Kyle P. Walker – BLACKNOTES: A panoramic program aimed at closing the gap between traditional American art music and music influenced by African American culture.

Featuring excerpts from: 24 Negro Melodies by Samuel Coleridge Taylor; Down by the Riverside

by Frederick Rzewski; Songs by George Gershwin (snow date - 2/26) BOOKS: DAYTIME BOOK DISCUSSION: Tues., Feb. 7 at 2pm. Imagine Me Gone by Adam Haslett – When Margaret’s fiancé, John, is hospitalized for depression in 1960s London, she faces a choice: carry on with their plans despite what she now knows of his condition, or back away from the suffering it may bring her.

SCHOLAR-LED BOOK DISCUSSION: Thurs., Feb. 23 at 7pm. Look Homeward Angel by Thomas Wolfe.

Led by Dr. David Turk BOOK AND PUB CLUB: This book club is geared toward 21 to 30-somethings! Each month we meet in a different local pub and discuss a book over drinks. (21+ only) Tues., Feb. 21 at 7pm –Nobody’s Fool by Richard Russo - Sully‘s long-estranged son is in imminent danger of following in his footsteps.

Meet at Prohibition River, Main St., Nyack.

FINDING PEACE THROUGH MEDITATION: Thursdays at 10:30am. Experience deep relaxation and peace with music, mindfulness and other simple tools you can use in your daily life. Meditation can be effortless and deeply nourishing. All levels welcome. Carole Brill, instructor, has been meditating for over 30 years. Nyack School District residents: $5. Out-of-District: $10 per class. Registration required.

VALLEY COTTAGE WRITES! Wed., Feb. 1 at 7pm.

Join librarian Sean for an informal monthly writing workshop to beat the block.

INTRODUCING ADULT(ISH) – Thurs., Feb 16 at

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7pm. Valley Cottage Library’s new meetup for 20- to 30- somethings. Join us for game night. Meet new people! Bring your favorite game or play one of ours.

OPEN MAH JONGG SESSIONS: Mondays 2-4:30pm. Mah-jongg lovers, come join your fellow mahjong enthusiasts for a fun afternoon of mahjongg play. No registration is required, just bring your own game equipment. No instruction is provided.

Open to beginners and experts. All are welcome to attend.

The Foreign Policy Association brings you Great Decisions 2017. Interested in International Affairs and US Foreign Policy? Starts Monday at 7pm starting Jan. 30 at 7pm. America’s largest discussion program on world affairs involves reading the Briefing Book, watching the DVD and meeting in a group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today. Topics included this year: The Future of Europe, Conflict in the South China Sea, Saudi Arabia in Transition, Latin America’s Political Pendulum and more. Each participant is expected to purchase a $25 Great Decisions workbook. Information about the discussion schedule and purchase of the workbook will take place at the first meeting. Registration is required. For more information about Great Decisions and the Foreign Policy Association visit their website at www.fpa.org.

WADING THROUGH WATERCOLOR: Wed., Feb. 1, 8, 15 & 22. Sometimes people can feel out of their depth when exploring new creative outlets. Local artist Jayne Conte breaks down the basic techniques of watercolors in a relaxing environment with plenty of hands-on instruction. She combines years of experience and a passion for art in her class and helps even the most novice painter create true works of art. Each week the class will dive into a new painting - Jayne demonstrating while the class follows suit. A list of all required materials will be provided at registration.

Please register!

ART LECTURE: DREAMS AND SHADOWS, THE LIFE AND WORK OF JOSEPH CORNELL Thurs., Feb. 9 at 7pm. Cliff Tisdell, art historian, will be presenting a visual lecture on one of the most original American artists of the 20th century and a native son of Nyack.

Please register.

MEDICARE 101: Thurs., Feb. 16 at 7pm, An overview designed for those new to or soon to be eligible for Medicare and/or those already participating in Medicare who are looking for clarification on various aspects of Medicare and its supplementary programs.

Joan Andelman, Medicare Consultant & certified Medicare Counselor with the Rockland County Office for the Aging and Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program, (HIICAP) will be presenting. Please register!

TEENS: VALCON 2017 ART CONTEST: Deadline February 20. Calling all artists! ValCon will be back this summer and we are looking for a new mascot to use on all of our promotional material. Our contest is open to anyone 18 or younger, so get creative! Each entry must have “ValCon 2017” somewhere in the image.

Email entries to Jennifer Daddio at jdaddio@vclib.org

by February 20th. The winner will receive a $50 gift card!

VALLEY COTTAGE WRITES: TEENS!: Wed., Feb.

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22 at 7pm. Join our librarian, Sean, for a teen-specific spin-off of the Valley Cottage Writes program.

Whether you are looking for feedback on your latest story, or inspiration for your next poem, our writing workshop will provide you with the space you need to develop your authorial voice.

TEEN YOGA WITH VALERIE VENDRAME: Mon., February 13 & 27 at 7pm. Valerie continues her popular program here at VCL! Aside from the benefits of stretching and strengthening muscles, yoga provides teens with healthy coping strategies to help deal with unique stressors: insecurities about changing bodies, pressure to fit in, and challenging emotions.

All in a supportive environment that will keep you smiling and having fun! Register.

SAT/ACT TEST PREP: Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15 at 7pm. Top SAT/ACT Prep Coach, Trevor Hochman, will help you prepare for the SAT and ACT tests by teaching strategies and skills to earn

the best score possible. Please bring pencils, a notebook, and a calculator. Register.

West Nyack Free Library

Teen Movie: Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (PG 13). Saturday, February 18 at 1:30 PM. Which is better the book or the movie? Read the book, then watch the Tim Burton film based on Ransom Riggs’ bestselling novel.

Rent A Librarian- Wednesdays, February 1, 8 and March 1, 8. from 7 PM to 8:30 PM. Computer basics, internet basics, how to and use email,e-reader or Overdrive help, Microsoft Office and more on a first come first served basis.

Books in the Afternoon* - Tuesday, February 7 at 2 PM. Lively discussion of the book Karolina’s Twins by Ronald H. Balson.

Healthy Snacks on the Go* - Wednesday, February 15 at 7 PM. Jaclyn Padovano, Shop Rite dietician, will share yummy lunchbox treats and recipes for adults and children.

Tabletop Gardens: Bonsai and Terrariums* Wednesday, February 22 at 7 PM. Learn to maintain a beautiful tabletop garden with. Vivienne Dieckmann, a Master Gardener from Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland. Enter to win an indoor plant. Register online 2 weeks before a program: westnyacklib.libcal.com or call us at (845-358-6081) Ongoing Games and Crafts Workshops Game Club. Everyone is welcome! Mondays from 1 PM to 4 PM. Fridays from 10 AM to 1 PM. Bring your Mah Jong sets and Scrabble boards for a fun time.

Origami Workshop on these Saturdays - December 10, January 14, February 11 and March 11 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Everyone over 6 is welcome, but children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for paper-folding fun!

Open Knitting and Crocheting Sessions: Wednesdays, from 7 PM to 8:45 PM. Thursdays, from 2 PM to 4 PM. Adults and Teens over 14 with any level of expertise are welcome.

Saturday Movie Matinee- at 1:30PM on February 25 Florence Foster Jenkins(R) 1 hr. 50 min. A wealthy N.Y. heires attempts to become an opera singer despite her horrible singing voice.

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Other Events

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 - NYACK LIBRARY. 1 PM - 4:30 PM. COMMUNITY ROOM - FREE & OPEN TO ALL. TRANSGENDER KNOW YOUR RIGHTS PRESENTATION. 1 PM - Free & Open to All Up to date information on legal rights for Transgender people presented by Legal Services of the Hudson Valley. Learn your rights, ask questions, and engage in community discussion.

NAME CHANGE CLINIC - FREE! 3 PM - Free & Open to All Trained attorneys will meet one-on-one, on a walk-in basis, and provide assistance with the name and gender change process, including obtaining court orders, changing drivers’ licenses, passports, birth certificates, and other identity documents and public records. To meet with an attorney, you must have the required documents.* Beth Am Temple hosts weekly Tuesday games and monthly Thursday games January 12, 2017 - Bingo fans can mark their 2017 calendars for games scheduled every Tues-day and the first Thursday of each month through August at Beth Am Temple in Pearl River. All Bingo games are open to the public.

Free food will be provided at the Thursday evening Bingo games, which will have a different theme monthly.

Tuesday and Thursday night Bingo sessions both feature10 games. Players can choose from two admission packages. The Gold game board package costs $42 and includes more game boards than the $25 Silver package. Both packages include the $1,000 Jackpot (dependent on 50 full-time equivalent players). Early Bird and Share the Wealth game boards are sold separately. All game boards are paper with electronic verification.

Doors open at 5:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays with the games starting at 7:30 pm.

Tuesday night Bingo will not take place on the following dates: April 11th (First day of Passo-ver), May 30th (Memorial Day) and July 4th (Independence Day). Free coffee and tea are pro-vided at Tuesday night Bingo. Players can bring their own food but no pork or shellfish are allowed.

Bingo is played in the Pearl River temple’s climate-controlled, ground-level social hall.

Cushioned seating is provided. The room is well lit and has its own sound system. The building is handicapped accessible with a brightly lit parking lot.

Beth Am is a reform temple, which embraces tradition and draws its congregation from Rockland County and northern Bergen County, NJ. It is located at 60 East Madison Ave in Pearl River.

Learn more at www.bethamtemple.org or call 845735-5858.

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.

Big Red Tomato - 9 Main Street, Haverstraw. 845-269-3746.

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.

Jolie’s - 4 New Valley Road, New City. 845709-6733.

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.

Pomona Chophouse - 1581 Pacesetter Park, Pomona. 845-362-1670.

Pour House Bar & Grill - 102 Main Street, Nyack. (845) 727-7687.

Portuguese Churrasqueira Restaurant 230 W. Rt. 59, Spring Valley - 845-352-7808.

Posa Posa - Route 59, Rockland Plaza, Nanuet. 623-7050.

Quinta Steakhouse - 24 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. 735.5565. Steakhouse in the classic tradition.

Restaurant X & Bully Boy Bar - 117 South Route 303, Congers. 268-6555.

Sheeran’s Restaurant & Pub - 337 North Liberty Drive, Tomkins Cove. 845 429 6190.

Sonoma Grille - 100 Mt. Ivy Road, Thiells.

845-354-8900.

Sparkill Steakhouse - 500 Route 340, Sparkill. 845-398-3300.

Sugi 303 Japanese Steakhouse - 97 S. Route 303, Congers. 845-267-2168.

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. 429-4354.

UNoodles Snack Bar - 14 Main Street, Haverstraw. 845-947-7625.

Vicolo Ristorante - 2022A Bi-State Plaza, 16 Old Tappan Road, Old Tappan, NJ. 201-497-8777.

West Gate Restaurant - 26 Route 59, Nyack, 845-358-8100. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, award winning cheesecakes.

Open daily 7am-11pm Xaviar’s Restaurant of Piermont - 506 Piermont Avenue, Piermont. 359-7007.

Caterers

Del’Arte Restaurant - 20 Mountainview Avenue, Orangeburg - 365-2727.

La Fontanella Ristorante Italiano & Catering - 845-398-3400.

Regency Banquet and Conference Center - 425 E. Route 59, Nanuet. (845) 623-6000 Town & Country Caterers - 845-2689291.

Cafes/Delis/Bakeries

DD Patisserie, 163 Main Street, Nyack.

353-2031.

Music

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

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Shopping & Business Guide Assisted/Senior Living

The Clubhouse - 2000 Fountainview Drive, Monsey. 1-800-488-6500.

Esplanade at Palisades - 640 Oak Tree Road, Palisades. 620-0606. 359-7870.

Promenade at Chestnut Ridge - 168 Red Schoolhouse Road, Spring Valley. 845-6200606.

FountainView - 2000 Fountainview Drive, Monsey. 845-253-1800, 1-800-488-6500.

Promenade Senior Living at Blue Hill - 582 Veterans Memorial Dr., Pearl River. 735-6846.

Attorneys

Valerie J. Crown - 151 N. Main Street, New City. vcrownlaw@aol.com. 845-708-5900.

DeMoya & Associates - 163 South Main Street, New City.845-639-4600. wwwdemoyalaw.com.

Gary Lipton, Esq - 55 Old Turnpike Road, Suite 304, Nanuet. 845-624-0100.

Automobiles & Motorbikes

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.

Prestige Beauty Salon & Supply - 191 W. Route 59, Nanuet. 845-623-8070.

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.

Bicycles

Piermont Bicycle Connection - 215 Ash St., Piermont. 845 365 0900.

202 Collision - 16 Wayne Avenue, Suffern, N.Y. 845-368-0040.

Castrol Premium Lube - 31 Rte 59, Nyack.

845-348-7095.

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.

Camps /Day Camps

Antiques/Collectibles

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

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

Banks

Hudson Valley Bank - 254 S. Main Street, New City/ 4 Executive Blvd, Suffern.

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

Beauty

122 Park Salon - 122 Park Av, New City. 4992080 Bella Tu Med Spa - 172 Main Street, Nyack.

727-7000.

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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

Chiropractors.

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-

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.

Commercial Janitorial Service

TCC Janitorial Service - 9 Blue Bird Rd, Monsey, NY 10952. Tel:(845) 363-8316. Tel:(845) 538-2731. info@tccjanitorialservice.com. http://tccjanitorialservice.com. 9

Computer

EagleTech - 62 S. Main Street, Pearl River.

845-735-1381.

Geezer Geeks - 727-1176.

New Vision Technologies - (845) 353-HELP. www.newVtech.com Nyack Computer - 348-9898.

Conference Centers

Crestview Conference Center - 440 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-620-7207.

Consignment Stores

Designer Consigner - 302 Route 304, Nanuet.

(845) 507-0245. www.designerconsignerny.com

Construction

Alternative Building Concepts - 845-365-

5242.

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.

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 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

Dance Studio

Balbach School of Dance - 69 Bridge Street, Garnerville. 845-825-1276.

Coupe Theatre Studio - 845-623-2808. www. coupedance.com.

Powerhouse Dance Center - 71 South Route 9W, Haverstraw. 845-553-9533.

Dentists/Orthodontics.

A Centre for Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry - Alan I. Rosenfeld, DDS, 93 Rte 303, Tappan.

359-1770.

Advanced Dentistry of Rockland - 5 N. William St., Pearl River. 845-735-7770.

Dr. Todd W. Auerbach - 17 Squadron Blvd., Suite 100, New City. 845-512-3054.

Ira M. Bernstein, DMD, LLC - 2 Executive Blvd, Suite 307, Suffern, NY 10901. 845-6525358. Web site : www.bernsteinsmiles.com.8 Nyack Pediatric Dentistry - 265 N. Highland Avenue, Rte. 9W, Suite 101, Nyack. 845-5128434.

Rockland Pediatric Dental & Orthodontics

- 238 North Main St., New City. 845 634 8900.

Smile For Life Family & Cosmetic Dental 27 Townline Road, Pearl River. (845) 623-4848.

Stony Point Dental, PC - 32 S. Liberty Dr., Stony Point. (845) 942-1600. www.stonypointdental.com TLC Dental of Rockland, 2 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 418, West Nyack. 845-358-3305.

TLCSmile.com.

Doctors

Clarkstown Pediatrics - 35 Smith St., Nanuet. 845-623-1000. New City 845-352-5511.

Stony Point 845-786-5776.

Clarkstown Urology - 301 N. Main Street, Suite 2, New City. 638-0400.

Crystal Run Healthcare - 275 N. Middletown Rd., Pearl River. 845-920-1757.

West Nyack - 2 Centerock Road, West Nyack. P: 845-348-1100 Suffern - 200 Route 59, Suffern. 845.369.9300 Suffern - 156 Route 59, Suite B4, Suffern.

845.357.6464 Stony Point - 6 Liberty Square Mall, Stony Point.: 845.786.5544 Haverstraw - 48 New Main St., Haverstraw.

Dr. Donald Edelschick - 6 Charles Street, New City. 845-354-0690.

Dr. Janis Enzenbacher - 105 Shad Row, Suite B, Piermont. 845-680-8800.

Dr. Attila Farkas - 300 N. Midddletown Rd., Suite 11, Pearl River. 845-735-4114.

Dr. Charles Glassman - 7C Medical Park Drive, Pomona. (845) 362-1110.

Gramercy Pain Management - 350 Haverstraw Rd, Suffern - 845-368-0800.

Dr. Richard Handelsman - MDVIP Personalized Healthcare - 1-866-696-3847.

Hudson Valley Audiology Center - 11 Medical Park Drive, Suite 205, Pomona.

Hudson Vein and Vascular Center, 124 Rte 59, Suffern. 357 8118.

Dr. Michael Innerfield - 2 Executive Blvd., Suffern. 845-368-0048.

Dr. William Johnson - 221 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-623-0026.

Dr. Michael Kalvert - Cosmetic Surgery - 365 S. Main Street, New City. 845-6f38-2101.

Dr. Scott Sanders, Dermatology, 301 N. Main St., Suite 3, new City - 845-499-2017.

Nanuet Non Surgical Weight Loss Center - 221 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-6230026.

Nyack Pediatric Assocs - 311 N. Midland Avenue, Nyack. 358-5437.

Palisades Laser Eye Center, 3 Medical Park Drive, Pomona. 364 9767.

Pediatric Physical Therapy - 217 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-6010.

Dr. Mike Pilar, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770.

Cell: (914) 414-8355.

Dr. Amy Piperato - 43 South Liberty Drive, Stony Point. 845-241-5701.

Rockland Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc. - 2 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. (845) 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. Howard Werfel - 1-855-KILLFAT - www.855killfat.com.

Electrical Contracting

De Leonardis Electrical - 947-1572.

Hush Electrical Contracting - 845-9424874; cell: 845-721-3476.

Romeo Electric - 78 Sickles Avenue, Nyack.

845-825-1053.

Eyecare

Total Focus Eyewear - 22 South Main Street, New City. 638-3806.

Dr. Kimball P. Woodward - Orangetown Ophthalmology, 2 Crosfield Ave, Suite 315, West Nyack. 845 348 3400.

Fencing

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

Financial Advice

Debany Financial Group - 303 South Broadway, Sutie 103, Tarrytown, NY. 914366-4900, Ext. 101 Chestnut Investment Group - 4 Executive Blvd., Suite 204, Suffern. 369-0016.

IM Financial - Izak Smith and Marc Smith.

845-587-0449.

O’Brien Capital Management - 48 Burd St., Suite 209, Nyack. 358-4930.

Wells Fargo Advisors - Chris Haera, 490 Route 304, New City. 638-6400.

Fire Alarm Systems/Equipment

Bullet Security - 400 East Route 59, Nanuet. 627-0300.

Inter County Alarm Systems - 200 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-8900.

DTM Installations - 354-0301. Burglar and fire alarms.

Flowers and Plants

Schweizer/Dykstra Beautiful Flowers -

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165 North Middletown Road, Pearl River. 845735-4079.

Tappan Zee Florist – 176 Main Street, Nyack.

358- 2544.

Van Houten Farms - 60 Sickletown Road, Pearl River.

Funeral Homes

Asssumma-Shankey Funeral Home - 34 N. Summit Street, Pearl River. 845-735-4849`A.E. Brown Funeral Directors - 201 N. Route 9W, Congers. 845-425-1911 or 845-589-0997.

George M. Holt Funeral Home - 50 New Main Street, Haverstraw. (845) 429-2159.

T.J. McGowan Sons Funeral Home - 71 N. Central Highway, Garnerville. 845-429-6665.

Sorce Funeral Home - 782 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-358-4433.

Graphic Design

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

Gutters

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

Hair and Nails

122 Park Salon - 122 Park Avenue, New City.

845-499-2080 Christine Cordey Salon - 66 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845 675 7950.

D. Anthony Hair Studio - 53 Hudson Avenue, Suite 102, Nyack. 845-535-3900.

DSZ Barbers Inc - 140 Main St., Nyack. 845348-1500.

Salon Allure - 368 New Hempstead Rd, New City. 845-708-5878.

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.

Home Aides of Rockland - 845-634-2024 www.homeaides.org.

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Mobile Family Health - Nurse Practitioner Care. 845-608-7559.

VNS Westchester - 1 914 682 1480, 1-888-FOR-VSNW.

Health and Fitness

Body Bank Fitness - 16 Squadron Blvd., New City. 845-499-2366.

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.

European Wax Center - 186 N. Main St., Suite 0596, New City. 845-634-9299.

Innovative Esthetics - 274 N. Middletown Road, Pearl River. 735-2610.

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.

Massage Envy Spa - Rockland Plaza Shopping Center, Rte. 59, Middletown Road, Nanuet. (845) 623 3111.

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.

Sanctuary Yoga Studios - 132 Park Avenue, New City. 845-548-1090..

Skincerely Med Spa - 510 Route 304, New City. 845-639-7546..

Sundala Center for Wellness - 1 Closter Road, Palisades. 845-359-4694.

Wholeness Center - 7 New Lake Road, Valley Cottage. 845-288-0040.

Home Improvement

Furniture Medic - 382 Route 59, Tall Pines Industrial Park, Airmont. 845-547-2324.

JW Spaw Design Painting and Restoration - - 845-535-9249.

The Outside In - 29 Ferdon Avenue, Piermont.

845-398-0706,

Home Inspections

Home Inspection Services - (845) 821-4063. www.abetheinspector.com.

Hotels

West Gate Inn Nyack - 26 Route 59, Nyack.

845-358-8100. Walking distance to Nyack’s arts, crafts, antique shops and restaurants. www.westgateinnnyack.com Candlewood Suites - 20 Overlook Blvd., Nanuet. (845)371-4445.

Time Nyack Hotel - - 400 High Avenue, Nyack.

845-675-8700.

Insurance

Allstate Don Dietrich Inc - 240 Main Street, Nyack. 845 353 2244.

Allstate Insurance - Maureen Harrison - 164 Rte 304, Bardonia. 623-6560..

Bauer-Crowley - 643 Main Street, Sparkill.

359-4114.

Franchino Agency - 383 South Main St., New City. 845 634 2499.

Debbie McGuinness, State Farm, 75 Lake Road, Congers. 267-2900.

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 Interiors by M - 201 927 6344 or 201 575 5199.

Architectural Metal & Glass Inc, 5 Bridge Street, Garnerville - 845 942 8848.

Fireplaces by Design, 120 Rte 59, Hillburn - 357-6062.

Minh’s Painting & Contracting - 845-4297384.

JW Spaw Design Painting and Restoration - 845-535-9249.

Investment Broker

Home and Furniture

Barry’s Estate Jewelry - 295 Rte304, Bardonia. 624-7100.

Mary-Anne’s Jewelry - 68 South Broadway, Nyack. 845-634-1335.

Original Designs - 187 S. Main Street, New

Ceramic Harmony Design - 149A S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 845-623-5557..

Fireplaces By Design - 120 Route 59, Hillburn. 845-357-6062.

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

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. 845-7354040.

Rockland Kitchens - 55 West Railroad Ave. Garnerville, NY 10923. 845-429-6700. www. rocklandkitchens.com

Landscapers/Trees

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

Moving Companies

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

Music Lessons

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

Networking

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

Pet Care

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

Canine Country Retreat - 221 Craigville Road, Goshen. 845 615 1093.

Pest Control

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

Pharmacy

Koblin’s Pharmacy – 96 Main Street, Nyack.

358-0688.

Photography

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

Alexandra T. Wren Photography - www. atwrenphotogoraphy.com.

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.

Physical Therapy

Medical Services

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

Center for Diagnostic Imaging, MRI at Nyack Hospital - 845 348 3007.

Hudson Valley Radiology Assoc. - 16 Squadron Blvd., New City. 845-634-9729.

Nyack Integrated Medical Services - 42 Main Street, Nyack, Suite 203. 353-3267.

Rockland Diagnostic Imaging - Route 303, West Nyack. 845-353-0400.

Rockland Vein Center - 5A Medical Park Drive, Pomona. (845) 362-5200. 70 Hatfield Lane, Suite 202, Goshen. 845 291 3656.

Mortgages

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

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 Plastic Surgery

Dr. Michael Kalvert - Plastic Surgery, 365 S. Main St., New City. 638-2101.

Dr. Hakan Usal - Bella Tu Med Spa, 172 Main Street, Nyack. 727-7000.

Plastic Surgery Center of New City - 125 South Main St., New City. 845-634-4554.

Plumbing & Heating

Ken Malone Plumbing & Heating - 845 353 17 Valley Road, Spring48..

CV Plumbing, Heating & Air - 845-942-4700, 845-553-9051.

Sunshine Plumbing & Heating - 845-642-

3845. 845-548-3054. 201-575-1903.

Psychotherapist

Dr. Barry Fitzgerald - 53 Burd Street, Nyack.

945-358-0559.

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 Chrysalis Psychological Services, PLLC 99 Main Street, #220, Nyack, NY 10960. 845236-5612. www.drsallynazari.com

Public Speaking

Ellyn Cohen - Public Speaking Skills. 845638-2897

Real Estate

Caroline Blankfort - 917-405 1495.

Debbie Blankfort, William Raveis Baer & McIntosh, 97 S. Broadway, S. Nyack, 914.522.5426 Margo Bohlin - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty. (845) 304 4140. margo@margobohlin.com.

Gail Bohlke - Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty. 770-1240.

Peggy Connolly - Better Homes and Gardens Rand Realty. 914 715 5675.

Donna Cox - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty,, 20 South Main Street, New City. 7701204.

Mona Cushnie-Walker - Keller Williams Hudson Valley. 914 282 2664.

Michel Henry - 845 381 2555.

Ellis Sotheby International Realty Team 845-353-4250.

Ewa Front - Cell 845 274 4474.

Stephanie Ferrante Hirsch - Keller Williams, 845-639-4947.

Lydecker Realty - 13 North Broadway, Nyack. 358-3700.

Mary Lukens - William Raveis Baer McIntosh.

914 629 8581.

Frank Mancione - Lydecker Realty, (914) 953-0494.

Robin A. Miller - 845 596-0459.

Lauren Muller - Better Homes & Gardens Realty - 845-216-3712.

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

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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

Edward Corey Roofing - 845-358-5848. www.edcorey.com.

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

Tucek ROOFING * SIDING * WINDOWS Congers, NY www.tucek.com. 845-268-5170.

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Schools, Camps & Day Care.

Campus Fun & Learn Center (RCC) - 145 College Road, RCC. 845-574-4561.

LIU University - 70 Rte 340, Orangeburg. 845 450 5402.

Rockland County YMCA Nursery School 35 South Broadway, Nyack, 358-0245.

Stage Left Children’s Theater - 111 Route 303, Ste 113, Tappan, NY

Security Systems

Bob’s Security - 135 Rte 303, Bardonia. 845 623 0005.

Bullet Security - 400 E. Rte 59, Nanuet. 6270300.

Inter County Alarm Systems - 200 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 845-268-8900.

Shower Doors & Mirrors

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

Skiing

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

Solar Energy

Infinity Solar Systems - 46 Walter St., Pearl River. 845 200 3706.

ISI Solar - Solar system designers and installation. 845-708-0800.

Specialty Shops

Danu Gallery - 39 E. Central Avenue, Pearl River. 845-735-4477.

Design Air - 120 Rte 59, Hillburn. 357-3580.

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

Sanctuary, 60 South Broadway, Nyack. 3532126.

Special Services

A. & N. Rappaport Lock & Alarm Inc. - 31 New Main Street, Haverstraw. 429-8400.

Crafts & Drafts - 373 S. Main St., New City.

845-270-8998.

Global Private Investigations - Rockland (845) 634-1683.

Home Aides of Rockland - 845-634-2024. info@homeaides.org.

Jawonio Health Center - 260 North Little Tor Road, New City. (845) 639-7070.

Eric David Laxman, Sculpture. 304-7615.

Jo Machinist - Architect - 212-355-3046.

Mosquito Squad - 845 215 9248. Cell # 845 405 3344.

Rockland Mediation Center - 15 N. Mill Street, Suite 217, Nyack. 512-8730.

Practice Perfect - 845 547 0457. practicepefectprep.com.

Rockland Band Camp - 845-709-5930. guitarhelper@guitarhelpernet.

Special Organizations

DR Environmental - 845-637-0254. (914) 4746118.

Rockland Business Women’s Network (845) 729 9497.

The Center for Sefety and Change (formerly Rockland Family Shelter - 9 Johnsons Lane, New City. 845-634-3344.

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VCS Inc. - 77 S. Main Street, New City. 6345729.

Tax & Accounting

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

Theaters

Antrim Playhouse - 15 Spook Rock Road, Wesley Hills. 845-354-9503.

Penguin Repertory - 7 Crickettown Road, Stony Point. 786-2873.

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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