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JULY 2016

RIVERTOWN JULY, 2016

Fabulous homes in Rockland and Orange Counties

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services from conception to completion – why would you choose anyone else?

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

Cody VanCampen (845) 558-5864 cody.vancampen@gmail.com

Frank Mancione (914) 953-0494 fmancione@aol.com

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

Piermont ∙ For Sale $2,350,000

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.

Nyack ∙ For Rent $2,500/mo.

MLS 4446279. 15 North Broadway.

conference area with kitchenette. Rent includes all utilities.

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 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

Nyack ∙ For Rent $2,500/mo.

MLS 4625351. 118 High Street. Very well main-

tained apartment located just outside of town. Apartment is on

cottage with fabulous artists’ studio. With tranquility and privacy on an acre of masterfully landscaped property at the edge of

Nyack ∙ For Sale $475,000

MLS 4601987. 91 Front Street. JUST RENOVATED!

private home. Apartment comes with 2 parking spots. two full This Fantastic 2 family duplex totally remodeled from top to bottom. Home boasts 3 bedrooms and1.5 baths on either side - with a playroom on the lower level. This 3 level duplex is perfect for with vaulted ceilings. Walk into the expansive living room with an owner or an investor. Live in one side or rent both spaces out.

LED lighting and vaulted ceilings. Located right in Nyack. What Parking for up to 4 cars. more could you ask for!!!

Piermont • For Sale $799,000

MLS 4619459. 55 Upper Ritie. Contemporary Colo-

nial 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

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

Nyack ∙ For Rent $2,500/mo.

Upper Nyack ∙ For Sale $659,000

MLS 4518267. 518 North Broadway. Classic

MLS 4626712. 615 North Broadway. Unique cottage nestled steps away from Hook Mountain State Park. Un- level. Custom party-sized kitchen with granite counters, vaulted skyparalleled river views from all rooms. Walk up to the park or lights, Bosch & subzero appliances. Master BR with gorgeous new ride your bike into town. Located in legendary Upper Nyack, bath and walk-in shower with sprays. Second BR overlooks fantastic gardens, weeping willows, pond and bluestone patio. Third BR (or

Tappan ∙ Lot For Sale $127,000

MLS 4511580. Sterling Avenue. First time offering potential. Can accommodate approximately a 1500 sq. ft. home.

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

Our magazine has been all over the world - from Aruba to Tibet.

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FANTASTIC VIEWS - Realtor Peggy Connolly has a marvelous property with amazing views.

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INSTANT CARE - Dwell Family Doctors in New City offer immediate and thorough care.

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CONTEMPORARY CHARM Realtor Robin Miller is listing a gorgeous contemporary in Upper Grandview.

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WATER TREAT - Aqua Therapy is being offered at Helen Hayes Hospital - and everybody loves it.

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GREAT GLASS - Cook Glass Works will create wonderful amenities for your kitchen or bath.

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GOOD DEED - Hands of Hope Gala celebrates 19 years of helping others.

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BUILDING BRIDGES - The Association for the Visually Impaired held a Lego building bash for special needs children.

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TECH STARS - Businesses and computer buffs flock to Eagle Tech in Pearl River.

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JOY ON THE LAKE - The scene is idyllic Greenwood Lake - and you’ll love these properties.

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HOT WAX! - European Wax Center uses cutting-edge technology.

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ACUPUNCTURE FOR PETS - Valley Cottage Animal Hospital leads the way in treatment of pets.

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NATURE LOVERS - Check out this majestic cottage estate on lovely Pine Island.

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BIKE MANIA - Motorbikes of all sizes and vintages were on display in Nyack.

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ARTFUL ART SHOW - The Garnerville Art Festival featured some of the brightest talents in the tri-state area.

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FIREWORKS GUIDE - Want to know what’s going on in your neighborhood this Fourth. We’ve got the best guide.

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PIED A TERRE - This beautiful gem has just been sold by realtor Caroline Blankfort.

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NYACK KARMA - This beautiful home on a gorgeous estate is one in a million.

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TAPPAN ZEE UPDATE What’s happening with our bridge - and how will it affect you.

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Grave Mistake: I’ve written a lot of crazy stories over the years – and many times I’ve said: You can’t make this stuff up. The craziest stories are often the true ones.

So bear with me while I tell you what happened to my friend Ben lately.

Ben is one of my oldest friends. He’s been dating his beloved for several years, but never ever met her father. Dad was a cantankerous old geezer and he didn’t socialize with anyone.

So….. just recently poor old dad passed away. Ben’s girlfriend Barbara dutifully carried out the funeral arrangements. Dad was a Vet and she arranged for a graveside service with full military honors.

She then got dad’s best suit, shirt and tie and took them to the dry-cleaners so that his last remains could be viewed in dignity. She also took some dry-cleaning for Ben, including his favorite tuxedo.

A few days later the funeral took place. The casket was opened and dad – who Ben had never seen before – looked surprisingly splendid.

The next day girlfriend Barbara went to Ben’s closet to make sure his tuxedo was ready for an upcoming wedding.

But when she opened the bag containing the tuxedo, there was a suit she didn’t recognize.

To cut to the chase….she’d given Ben’s tux to the funeral home – and dad had been buried in that!

Ben laughed as he told me the story.

He recalled how Barbara had taken him to several funerals over the years – and in all those services, he had never met the dead guy.

So there seemed nothing particularly different about this funeral. He added: “When I looked in the casket that day I didn’t know what to expect. Remember that I had never seen dad before. But as I looked down at his last remains, I

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thought to myself: “I’ve never seen this man before – but dammit, that sure looks like my tuxedo!!”

As I say this story is true – only the names have been changed to protect the embarrassed participants.

The Last Message: Marvin, was in the hospital on his death bed. The family called Marvin’s preacher to be with him in his final moments. As the reacher stood by the bed, Marvin’s condition seemed to deteriorate, and Marvin motioned for someone to quickly pass him a pen and paper.

The preacher quickly got a pen and paper and lovingly handed it to Marvin.

But before he had a chance to read the note, Marvin died.

The preacher feeling that now wasn’t the right time to read it put the note in his jacket pocket. It was at the funeral while speaking that the preacher suddenly remembered the note.

Reaching deep into his pocket the preacher said “And you know what...I suddenly remembered that right before Marvin died he handed me a note, and knowing Marvin I’m sure it was something inspiring that we can all gain from.”

With that introduction the preacher ripped out the note and opened it. The note said “HEY, YOU ARE STANDING ON MY OXYGEN TUBE!” Tombstone epitaphs: A lawyer’s epitaph in England : Sir John Strange.

Here lies an honest lawyer, And that is Strange.

Phil Bunton

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The NAMI Rockland Mental Health Awareness Month Ribbon Campaign took place at the County Legislature. In addition, NAMI’S ribbons, declaring “Find Help, Find Hope” were distributed throughout the county at towns, villages, parks, libraries, colleges and schools who are participating to eliminate stigma and raise awareness of mental illness.

Mental Health flag raising photo, L to R Dr Isaac Schecter, CEO Bikur Cholim; Chief of Staff for NYS Sen. James Skoufis; County Executive Ed Day; Sheriff Louis Falco; NAMI Rockland

President Rena Finkelstein; Stony Point Supervisor Jim Monaghan; Asst. to NYS Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski; NYS Assemblywoman Ellen Jaffe; Asst to Congresswoman Nita Lowey; County Legislator Aney Paul, Director of Haverstraw Collaborative Marion Breland; Medical Director RCDMH Dr. Susan Hoerter Host Chair of County Legislator Alden Wolfe; NAMI Rockland President Rena Finkelstein; NAMI volunteers Sandy Eckstein, VP Sandy Wolf; Program Director Anne Arias; MHA of Rockland CEO/President

Local dance legend honored

Boy Scout, Pack 165 worked on their conservation protect. The boys donated a tree to the town of Haverstraw. Supervisor Howard Phillips was there and accepted the tree from the boys. This donation and ceremony could not have happened without Supervisor Phillips, the staff of the town of Haverstraw and Boweline, as well as DJ Helmke Landscaping and Shemins Nursery. Pack 165 is very involved with the community. Just to name a few. They have participated in Keep Rockland Beautiful, assisted with Memorial Day services, collected food for local families, worked with the veterans for Toys for Tots, visited local nursing homes and hospital, collected clothes, books, and blankets for Montrose Veterans Hospital as well as care packages for our deployed military.

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Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts & Culture, Inc. Founder and Executive Director Alexandreena Dixon has been recognized by AARP magazine in its “25 People Who Bust Age-Old Myths” article.

The Suffern, resident has been recognized alongside Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz and Tony-winning composer Lin Manuel-Miranda.

Featured in the Entertainment “Stars & Style” section, Alexandreena Dixon, 70, is recognized with the words, “Trained in African dance as a child, Dixon put the art form aside until 2003, when she founded a dance troupe in New York State. Chiku Awali has grown to offer community activities. Now retired, Dixon logs more than full-time hours at the nonprofit and calls this ‘time worth spending.’”

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Senator David Carlucci hosted the second Italian American Dinner and Meatball Cook Off at the Rockland Sons of Italy Lodge 2176. More than 90 people attended the event which included an Italian buffet dinner of spaghetti and meatballs as well as an enormous sheet cake featuring the Italian and American flags.

After the dinner, ten contestants entered their meatballs into the contest to be tasted and evaluated by the esteemed panel of judges which included Senator David Carlucci, Rockland County Clerk Paul Piperato, President of the Lodge Greg DeCola, New York State President of the Order of the Sons of Italy Carolyn Reres, Patricia Castelli Italian Language Teacher from Tappan Zee High School, and last year’s Cook Off Champion Rosalie Siciliano.

North Rockland Rotary Club members and family celebrated Rockland Boulders Baseball Opening Night at Palisades Credit Union Park with visit from team mascot BoulderBird

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Hire your children to work in your business As the school year winds down, students who are off from school often have a lot of free time on their hands. How about turning that time into profit? Profit for them and for you as a parent. Did you ever consider hiring your child to work in your business?

This strategy is perfectly legal and may have a significant impact on the family’s 2016 taxes. And, if the child continues working in this capacity he may be eligible for other benefits.

Here’s how it works: when possible, a highly paid business owner can allocate some of his or her take-home pay to a child. By shifting amounts that would’ve been taxable in the parent’s high tax bracket to the child’s lower tax bracket, the parent cuts the family overall tax bill.

A federal tax savings of up to 39.6% could be realized using this strategy.

Also, the child will not be taxed on the first $6,300 that he or she earns. Shifting this $6,300 from a parent’s high tax bracket to a child may save up to $2,500 in federal tax! Great move!

Wait, there’s more! Earnings in excess of $6,300 (up to $15,575 total) will be taxed at the lowest tax bracket of 10%.

The benefits don’t stop here: the child could qualify for benefits, as any employee would, including health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.

And don’t forget: once a child has earned income from a job, he or she can sock away up to $5,500 into an IRA account. That means, he can earn as much

child has created a tax free investment that the child can have for the rest of his life.

Over the long haul this move could save a bundle.

For this business expense to withstand IRS scrutiny, your children must actually render services that are necessary for the business. Also, wages paid to the child can’t be more than the going rate for unrelated employees who perform comparable tasks. You must keep the usual records showing amounts paid and hours worked, and provide your child with a W-2 at year end.

Like all good things, childhood and as $11,800 and pay no federal tax. A po- children tax planning strategies are only tential federal tax savings of $4,600 for available for a short period of time. Ask parents in the top tax bracket! And it is your CPA how you can use your kids to not over yet. save taxes before it is too late.

For children who work in their parent’s business and are under the age of 18, the Joseph A. Lux, CPA has been providearnings may be exempt from social secu- ing tax and accounting services to indirity and Medicare tax. This is an addition- viduals and small businesses in our comal savings of 7.65%. Wow! munity for over twenty years. Visit his Now, how about using some of those website, www.joelux.com, to subscribe earnings to pay for college bills? Great to his FREE monthly newsletter full of idea! In addition to cutting your tax bill, practical tax saving ideas. FREE initial you may have now created credits that can consultations are available to new clibe used against your remaining taxes. ents. Joe can be reached at 845-358-1929 Also, if earnings up to $5,500 are con- or by e-mail at joe@joelux.com. tributed to a ROTH IRA account, your

ARC of Rockland gets generous gift

ARC of Rockland is the sole recipient of the AptarGroup Charitable Foundation’s 2016 North America Partner Gift for its work over the past 62 years in ensuring that people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities are integral members of the community. The award was presented at ARC Headquarters in Congers. The gift was awarded by the AptarGroup Charitable Foundation representing Aptar’s 12 locations throughout the U.S. “We are honored to have been singled out for this generous gift,” says ARC of Rockland Chief Executive Officer Carmine Marchionda. “Contributions such as these have a significant impact on the supports and services we provide to the people who count on us every day.”

Pictured from left: Steven Rubinsky, Chief Administrative Officer, ARC of Rockland; Esther Schulman, ARC Development Manager. Presenting the check were Aptar Congers representatives Howard Davis, HR Director; Alex Theodorakis, President, North America and Sylvia Gonzalez, HR Specialist.

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Question: We are planning a wedding which will take place in the summer of 2017. We both have secure jobs but not a lot of cash. In this bad economy should we take the risk of buying or should we rent?

Answer: With so much political noise about the economy there are still signs that basically 95% of the American working population is getting up every morning and going to work, earning the same salary as they were last month or the month before.

They are still going to the store and food is still on the shelves. They are still driving and buying automobiles and things are going on in their lives as usual.

Politics and politicians at election time have a manipulative way of scaring the American voter.

Without a doubt we have trouble in the financial market right now that needs healing, however, you are young with good secure jobs and now is a great time for first time home buyers to get into the home market at a fair price and grow equity with which to start their financial lives.

the letter said for a nominal fee, that this certified organization would help you. I doubt it: don’t fall for any of this. If you are having difficulties with your mortgage payment, I recommend calling the following.

Call your bank directly and try to work

out some type of plan, speak to your tax accountant and attorney or call someone who is a specialist in short sales and before you sign on with one of them make sure it is a legit organization with credentials.

Question: I just received a letter stating that if I had problems with my mortgage and have not paid it in 30 days, I should not pay it and the bank will forgive all debt. This sounds too good to be true.

Answer: You got it – it is too good to be true! Be aware that in this market there is every type of organization/people that are looking to make fast money. I am sure

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Riverview Nursery School in Nyack celebrated 25 years.

Top (from left): : Ellen Lazecko, Karen Bertolacci, Jeanne Marks, Kelly Zabel, Jan Lepori.

Middle (from left): Lori Flood, Willy Sullivan, Jackie Johanson, Theresa Diver. Bottom (from left): Jen Knecht, Diane Minunni, Lynnette Marshall, Betty Isaacson. Photo

by Michaels Studio.

You never know where

Jim and Karen Fioriti of Nyack jetskiing on Lake Gaston NC in April. The water’s cool, but nice, they assured us.

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Piermont Seniors Travelers cruised to Bermuda on the Breakaway.

Stony Point Seniors Club I enjoys participating in the Eat Smart NY Program given by Cornell’s Cooperative Extension

Here’s a photo in front of the Tree of Life in the Animal Kingdom taken during our recent visit to Disney World for the magazine. We’ve been going there for 25 years.

Pete and Pat Carney Pomona Valicitie Rubino holding Rivertown Magazine with guests outside of her restaurant, Two Spear Street for the YMCA Taste of Nyack Event. From left: Amy Peterson, Pat Confrey, Tom Donleavy, Ann Peterson, Genevieve Sampson, Tom Confrey, Trish Donleavy, Meghan Erbacher, Chris Sampson, Maureen Maze, Pam & Rob Solesky, Chuck Maze, Mary & Mark Johnson, Kathy Erbacher, Tracy & Tony Korpai.

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

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Rivertown JUNE, 2016

SUMMER DINING RIVERTOWN

Hudson Water Club & more

JUNE, 2016

Blauvelt-Orangeburg Senior Club and friends visited the shrine of SaintAnn-De-Beaupre in Quebec, Canada.

Ten-year-old Liam Lane, of Cottage Lane Elementary School played the clarinet and also sang with the fith grade chorus in the annual spring concert at Tappan Zee High School.

Richard and Judy Biviano Celebrating 30th Anniversary at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor Cass McVety, Susan Marens and Harry Zupnik ready to appear on CBS News.

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Frank and Valerie Massaro of West Nyack in Tibet at the Dalai Lama’s Palace.

Members of the Tappan Senior Citizens Club enjoying great weather in late May at Ocean City, Maryland.

The Cifuni’s, The Varmon’s, The Grammatica’s, The Iorio’s, The Margjekaj’s & Liam Hallinan had a fun night aboard the Kukoo Kunuku in Aruba!

Volunteers from National Council of Jewish Women, Rockland Section, meet with Judy Greenberg, President (holding Rivertown Magazine), to plan a year’s worth of non-sectarian community service programs supporting women, children and families in Rockland County.

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Realtor Peggy Connolly of Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty has won multiple awards for excellence.

Unique property with fantastic views you’ll love it

Story: Murray Phillips Realtor Peggy Connolly has an unsurpassed reputation in Rockland County.

Nobody knows the local real estate market better. She has won multiple awards for her excellence as a realtor including Platinum Elite, Legend and Outstanding Performance awards.

When she tells you she’s got a totally unique property – you know she’s not exaggerating.

That property is at 1094 Route 9W, in Nyack. And it’s truly one of a kind.

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Spectacular views every where you look. That’s this very special home in Nyack.

Majestically overlooking the Hudson River, this home offers the utmost in extraordinary living, exquisite architecture, elegant craftsmanship and sweeping views.

Just walk into the entrance foyer with

porcelain tile extending into the kitchen – a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and state-of-the-art kitchen equipment.

There’s a formal dining room and a great

room – both with gas fireplaces. Then there’s a media room, office and full bath.

The upper level consists of a master bedroom suite with deck, fireplace, walk-in closet and master bath.

Laundry room, full bath and three spacious bedrooms complete this level.

Plus there’s a finished basement with bath. Outside is a heated inground pool, paver patio and three-car garage.

If that wasn’t enough, this ten room home is wired as a Smart House.

And it’s for sale at $1,599,000.

Realtor Peggy told us: “This is one of the most beautiful homes I’ve seen. Everyone loves it.”

Peggy should know – she has been in the business more years than she wants to remember and she know everything there

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Fantastic views

is to know about Rockland County’s real estate market.

One satisfied client raved: “Five stars are not enough! You could not ask for a better agent than Peggy Connolly. From start to finish, she guides you through the selling process, with ease.

“She is professional, knowledgeable and is at your service day and night. It was truly a pleasure working with Peggy and we cannot thank her enough for ALL that she did for us.”

From Renter to First Time Homebuyer to Multi Million Dollar Buyers and Sellers, Peggy is there 24/7. Peggy’s experience, commitment, hard work, dedication and honesty is what she gives to her clients and customers to ensure them a smooth transaction from start to finish. Because of these trusted qualities, her past buyers and sellers have spread the word about Peggy, giving her a very large referral base. Peggy truly loves her job!

Peggy came to America 35+ years ago from her home in Co Mayo, Ireland. Peggy has been residing in Rockland County since 1981 with her husband and son and she truly feels Rockland County Is A Wonderful Place To Live!

To set up an appointment to see this gorgeous home, you can contact Peggy at (914) 715 5675. You can also check out more views of the property at www.randrealty.com. Email Peggy at peggy.connolly@ randrealty.com.

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Dwell Family Doctors is located at 236 South Main Street in the Clarkstown Plaza in New City.

Dwell Family Doctors reception area

Dwell Family Doctors in New City offer immediate and thorough care

Story/Photos: Tom Riley It’s 5:30pm on a Friday afternoon and your toddler is pulling his ear and crying incessantly. The weekend looms large.

Where can you find a board certified physician who treats children and works evenings and weekends?

Dwell Family Doctors has the solution, offering immediate, thorough, primary care at 236 South Main Street in New City.

From on-site X-rays to vaccines, strep tests to physicals, Dwell Family Doctors offers the full spectrum of care for everyday health needs, for every member of the family.

Rivertown Magazine spoke with Jordan Stolper, an executive with Dwell Family Doctors, on its unique service.

“We are part of the community,” he told us. “We have served Rockland County for over 10 years across several locations.

Many of our staff and providers live in the neighborhoods they serve. Access makes

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The patients’ lounge at Dwell Family Doctors. us unique, we offer immediate care for a range of illnesses and injuries seven days a week with no appointment.

“We have one office, centrally located in New City and another 12 offices throughout the New York Metro area and we offer comprehensive care for everything from physicals to flu shots under one roof.”

Jordan added: “Primary care is comprehensive, routine care for illnesses immediate and chronic. We spend time with our patients so we can get to know them as people. We partner with our patients to

manage health issues for better outcomes and better living.

“Immediate Care is for illnesses and injuries that require medical attention but are not life threatening. Emergency Care if for life threatening illnesses and injuries. Here at Dwell Family Doctors we treat children as well as adults.

“We treat a range of illnesses, including flu, sinusitis, strep throat, ear infections, minor nausea, diarrhea, poison ivy, sprains and UTI. We perform school, camp and employment physicals and we are open

The team at Dwell Family Doctors - L to R Medical assistant Mariam; X-ray technician, Danielle; medical assistant Tina; and Dallas Worth, RPAC (Missing from picture is Janelle Cassidy).

7 days a week from 8am-8pm Monday through Friday and 9am-3pm on weekends.

Most patients are seen within 15 minutes of arrival.

“We accept most major insurances. We receive lots of repeat patients and referrals.

And most important - no appointments are necessary.”

Office manager Christine told us: “We were formerly called Walk-In Medical Urgent Care. In this office you are not rushed.

Dallas Worth, RPAC is a physician’s assistant who has been with us since 2011. She has a strong following and she is highly re-

spected by her patients.

“Janelle Cassidy, RPAC is our other Physician’s Assistant and she joined us in January. When you come here you show a photo ID and an insurance card.”

Sharon, a long time patient said, “The staff here is so warm and caring and have helped me on many occasions. They are always here when you need them.”

Dallas Worth said, “Janelle and I are graduates of Mercy College’s Physician’s Assistant Program. We received great training and I interned at Lincoln Hospital where I dealt with many medical condi-

tions and injuries. “ I relate well with people and I treat them as I would want my family members to be treated. Each patient is my only focus.

“I live in the area and I serve where I live. Family, friends and neighbors all come here when they need immediate and convenient care. Call us at 845-678-3434 or just stop in when you need immediate care, without an appointment.”

You can visit their web site at dwellfamilydoctors.com. They are located next to Hallmark in New City.

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Rockland - now and then

Petersen’s Boatyard, located along the Hudson River in Upper Nyack, dates to 1787. Hundreds of vessels had their keels laid here, most notably during World War Two, when the US Navy commissioned the yard to construct a fleet of submarine chasers. Toward the end of the 20th Century the yard switched to providing dockage, repair and storage for recreational boaters, but recently returned to its roots, under the ownership of Ken Graefe and his family, once again providing heavy commercial marine haulage and repair services. The older photo, from the 1950s, documents the yard, slipways, construction sheds and boats. The newer photo, from April 2016, shows the bustle as a fleet of tugboats and large commercial vessels are serviced by a slew of workers. While much has changed in the intervening 60 or 70 years, comparison reveals that much is still recognizable. - Daniel Spitzer.

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Dear Candice, My husband and I just bought a 2 bedroom condo near the beach on Long Island. It will be our vacation home.

I really want to go with a contemporary, white design. My husband thinks it will be a nightmare to keep clean. Also, if I do go white how do I add color? Can you give me your advice and design input?

Marie from New City.

Dear Marie, I recently designed a condo in Florida all in white. It is spectacular and it is the easy to maintain.

So many people think that light colors are not user friendly but the truth is that selecting the right fabrics and other materials are the answer to having exactly what you want.

Start with white walls. I like Benjamin Moore’s Decorator White 04. Walls and ceiling in flat paint and the trim in semigloss.

Floors can be a warm wood tone, use wider planks to mimic drift wood. Very natural looking and just vacuum or damp mops Furniture pieces can be white leather or faux leather. All wipe able. However, ink is difficult to remove but there are cleaning products available for spot removal.

Perhaps the chairs could have chrome legs. Storage pieces can be gloss white and if you are looking for a great look at fabulous prices Ikea is the place. I am always surprised that I can keep in budget adding

there pieces. Add chrome finishes throughout the project. Looks fabulous with white.

Now let’s talk about giving the pizazz and interest to our understated beginning.

Start with a faux zebra area carpet or any other carpet you like in the living room area. Place it under your new coffee table. Toss pillows in gorgeous colors. Since we are going beach I would suggest, turquoise, melon/orange colors, bright greens.

Home Goods is the place for pillows and at this time of year they have beach theme throughout their entire inventory.

Artwork ……most important can be anything you like. Large pieces with color, color and more color. They can be contemporary, abstract, beach scenes. Add wall

sculpture as well…. In polished chrome.

Collect art and accessories as you shop during the summer in the Hamptons. Art and craft shows would be a fabulous place to pick up unique pieces.

Have fun in the sun.

Candice Dear Readers, I am having a special promotion (for Rockland Residents only) for July and August.

Please call or email me for the special rates and have a great summer.

Young scholarship winners honored

John Cardinal D’Alton, Division 3 of the Ancient Order of Hibernian in Pearl River held their Annual Communion Breakfast and ceremony to honor 10 young scholarship recipients at the Church of St. Margaret.

The students received their awards at the breakfast that followed. The scholarship winners are: Meghan McKiernan Kathleen O’Neill, Rita McVeigh, Kathleen Parnow, Caitlin Tyer, Catherine Watters, Sean Sorohan, Aidan Russell, Terence Rogers and Liam Ridge.

To be awarded a scholarship the applicants were reviewed on their academic community and Irish cultural activities along with their performance on a competitive examination on Irish history.

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Realtor Robin Miller

This gorgeous home in Upper Grandview has river views and gorgeous interiors.

Gorgeous custom-built contemporary for sale in Upper Grandview Story: Tom Riley Robin Miller, Associate Broker for William Raveis Baer & McIntosh, has a well-earned reputation for listing houses that are snapped up almost immediately once the public becomes aware of them.

The listing of 1115 Route 9W in Upper Grandview will ensure the streak continues. This gorgeous custom-built contemporary belongs to a well known dermatologist and his wife who has an eye for detail and interior decorating.

Delightfully meticulous details add beauty fo this gorgeous home.

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Privacy and tranquility abound in this four bedroom, three bath river view hideaway in Upper Grandview. Located on a beautifully landscaped half acre the 2,584 square foot home has three levels and a two-car attached garage with driveway parking. The custom built contemporary was built in 1988.

Realtor Robin told us; “The main floor has an open floor plan with cathedral/

vaulted high ceilings that is ideal for entertaining both large and small groups.

“The open kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel Jenn Aire luxury kitchen appliances. The dining room has a marble wet bar and there is a beautiful full wall marble fireplace in the living room.

“The living room has skylights and custom polarized windows which will

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Check out the fabulous views from this Upper Grandview home

Gorgeous custom-built contemporary protect art work. The master bedroom has a separate loft den with skylights that overlook the Tappan Zee Bridge and the new Twin Spans.

“The screened porch with skylights has a zen tree house feel which opens to a deck with a gas grill. The deck overlooks the walking/jogging trail below.

“The lower level of the house affords a Mother/Daughter option and features three bedrooms, two with sliders to private decks, and full bath. The garage is heated and a new roof was installed in 2012. The beautiful specimen plantings throughout add to privacy. The home is listed at $849,900.”

Robin added: “With the skylights, polarized windows, privacy and the exquisite river view I believe an artist would

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find great inspiration. It would also make a great country retreat for a family with children, being only 25 minutes from New York City.”

Some of the amazing amenities include scenic views, a security system, storage galore, walk-in closets, a lavatory with marble walls and floor, central vacuum, central air conditioning, Jacuzzi for 2, wet bar, alarm system, and Intercom.

Also included are a gas grill, microwave, oven/range, refrigerator, disposal unit, washer and dryer, freezer and sprinkler system and laundry room.

This custom built contemporary is close to parks and shopping. Just below your deck is a walking/jogging trail that runs from Nyack to Piermont. You are close to Nyack where there is plenty of

shopping and many restaurants.

Piermont is not far away with its mile long fishing Pier and for nature lovers there are many hiking trails and the Piermont Marsh for canoeing and kayaking.

Also nearby is the eighth largest mall in America. All this is only 25 minutes to New York City.

For a tour of 1115 9W in Upper Grandview call Robin Miller in her Office at 845-358-9440 or on her cell at 845-5960459. You can also email her at robmiller124@aol.com or robin@baerhomes. com.

Aquatic therapy at Helen Hayes Hospital Community members are invited to take advantage of the comprehensive aquatics programming offered at Helen Hayes Hospital in West Haverstraw,.

The specialty physical rehabilitation hospital offers a variety of individual and group therapy and exercise opportunities in its 25x60 foot heated therapy pool. Warm water exercise is beneficial for everyone, especially individuals with orthopedic conditions, spinal cord injury, joint replacements, low back pain, osteoporosis, fractures, stroke, shoulder injuries and arthritis.

Heated to 90-94 degrees, the pool at Helen Hayes Hospital is universally accessible via stairways with handrails and two hydraulic lifts, which are fitted with specially designed chairs and stretchers.

The pool floor is flat and divided into

depths ranging from 2 ½ to 5 feet, enabling comfortable pool use for individuals of varying heights. A lifeguard is on duty at all times.

With a doctor’s prescription, the pool may be utilized for individual aquatic therapy sessions with the hospital’s certified physical and occupational therapists. Therapy in a warm water pool allows patients to control body movements in ways that are not possible on land and also helps to reduce pain and discomfort while increasing physical function.

Two group exercise programs are also offered which are designed to help individuals with medical conditions improve their quality of life.

The Adapted Fitness Aquatic Program focuses on maintaining and/or improv-

ing participants’ muscular joint mobility through warm water immersion exercises.

The Ai Chi Program focuses on increasing self-reliance, balance, posture and relaxation through the use of gentle movements and connection to mind, body and spirit.

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists or a certified Aquatic Program Instructor leads these groups.

Additionally, individuals may access the pool for self-guided individual aquatic exercise.

Additional information about Aquatic Therapy at Helen Hayes Hospital is available by calling 845-786-4194. For information about Ai Chi, the Adapted Fitness Aquatic Program or individual pool access, including costs and schedules, call 845786-4457.

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Cook’s Glass Work celebrates third anniversary under Carmen Li’s leadership

Story: Tom Riley With home renovation and home building picking up everyone is calling Cook’s Glass Work in Blauvelt.

Owner, Carmen Li, the only female owner of a glass store in Rockland County is experiencing unprecedented growth. “My business is devoted to glass installation of all types,” she told us. “We are specialists in installing precisely constructed frameless shower doors that are so popular today in more elaborate bathrooms.

“Installation of these unique enclosures requires a level of skill my staff has in abundance. We also do custom mirrors, tabletops, glass railings, window and patio door replacements.

“I’ll help you choose the right product and material whatever your glass project entails and we’ll give you ideas on how it can be done. We’ll ensure that your project is feasible, competitively priced and manufactured to your specifications. We deliver it and install the product and stand behind it for years to come.”

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Some of the beautiful installations

by Cook’s Glass Work and the superb customer service she offers.

She has been in a leadership position in the glass industry for 27 years and has expanded her offerings to include windbreak panels, pool surrounds and glass railings.

She has been reaching a larger audience by offering better prices, new products and

great customer service.

She explained: “The exquisite quality of our work makes us a favorite in the commercial and residential market. We are not satisfied until you are. We offer free in-home estimates and 24 hour emergency service.

The Team at Cook’s Glass Work, your One-Stop-Shop for all your glass needs. L to R Jairo Li, owner Carmen Li, Brandon Cook and Steven Sikorsky (both Seniors at Tappan Zee High School) and Andy Clavijo. Missing from the photo is Rolando Clavijo and Robert Jablonski, a Senior at Tappan Zee High School.

“From a simple piece of glass for your table top to vanity mirrors, thermal pane glass, insulated units, screen repairs, commercial showcases and store fronts, we do it all.”

Business has been so good lately Carmen has added a new truck to her fleet.

“I go out of my way to help my customers and I educate them about the latest innovations. People choose Cook’s Glass Work because we deliver the goods on time, on budget and we stand behind the products we sell and service. People admire our cutting edge design and our knowledge of the glass business from A to Z. “Don’t be fooled by Mega-Mall home improvement centers-a lot of it is window dressing and waiting around for them to

arrive.”

Here is what Michael Cahill had to say about his experience with Cook’s Glass Work. “Cook’s Glass Work has always done a fantastic job in both installation and pick-up orders. I use them often and they are always nice and reliable and always on time!”

Carmen continued: “Shower doors are our specialty. We do framed shower doors and frameless, 3/8 of an inch or 1/2 inch heavy doors. We also offer diamond fusion, it’s a special treatment on the glass that helps prevent calcium build-up and soap scum build-up.

“We also sell Bio-Clean, a cleaner and surface protector. Cook’s Glass Work will work with you if you are on a budget.

We’ll sell you only the glass and teach you how to reglaze the glass.

“We’ll cut and design any shape mirror in the house. We’ll give you polished edges or beveled edges. We speak Spanish and English here and are very involved in the community.

“We invite all contractors and builders to stop by our shop and showroom and find out why we are the glass shop for all your glass needs. Visit us to see all our amazing discounts,” said Carmen.

Cook’s Glass Work is located at 15 Van Wyck Road in Blauvelt. Call them at 845359-9339 or visit their web site at www. cooksglass.com. You can call Carmen on her cell phone at 845-222-1699 or email her at carmenlicook@hotmail.com.

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Hands of Hope Gala celebrates 19 years of helping others The One to One Learning Board with Sister Cecilia.

Sister Cecilia La Pietra OP and the Board of One to One Learning hosted the Hands of Hope Gala celebrating the 19th year of faithful service to the mission.

Paul Piperato did a fine job as the MC moving the program along in grand style.

The service at the Nyack Seaport was excellent and the cuisine superb. Guests were delighted with door prizes and enjoyed the tricky tray and money raffles.

The evening brought much hope to guests as they heard the stories of the honorees, each with a mission or a stance of life that coincides with the mission of One to One Learning, empowerment and unity; each representing the beautiful mosaic that is America.

HRHCare came about because four black women saw a need for health care for the poor people in Peekskill, NY, and they acted on it. Now over forty years later HRHCare centers provide health care to all with no distinction.

One of the Founding Mothers, Rev. Jeannette Phillips received the 2016 Humanitarian Award. Adriana Bernal, Community Coordinator was praised for her direct service to our students through workshops and BP Screening.

John Patrick Schutz received the 2016

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HRHCare.

Irma Vasquez

Elias Mayllaszhungo

Nyack HS English Honor Society

Advocate Award for enriching the spirit through song and entertainment and advocating for the powerless through lyrics of freedom, unity, and peace. sa JP was thanked for hosting and gathering local Stars from Broadway and New York City to perform in Star-Fest, a benefit concert for One to One Learning, now anticipating its 7th performance, on Septem-

ber 18, 4PM at 640 North Midland Avenue, Nyack.

Our Haiti Circle of Support, Valorie Lordi OP, Jeanne Shary OP, Sr. Didi Madden OP, Jackie Baptiste, and Patt Kenny received the 2016 Founder’s Award for embodying the spirit of the foundress of Dominican Sisters of Sparkill, Mother Catherine Antoninus Thorpe, through their

Jessica Carchichabla

Haiti Circle

Top right: Wells Fargo Lower right: John Patrick Schutz

response to the cry of children in a small town in Haiti through presence and fundraising.

Wells Fargo, represented by Danielle Torres and Yancy Aguilar, received the

Gerard Geisinger

2016 Corporate Service Award for relating to the language needs of their patrons, for a grant award to One to One Learning, and for providing finance workshops in Spanish for our students.

Gerard Geisinger and Jessica Carchichabla received the 2016 Teacher Awards. Nyack High School English Honor Society with Simona Moldovan as their adviser received the 2016 Youth Award for providing past, present and future volunteer teachers.

Phoebe Holland accepted the award representing Jeremy Cairo, Samantha Casanova, Hannah Curley, Eva Friedberg, Andrew Handrea, and Diana Juechter.

Each, from different cultural backgrounds, offers time to support our students in their quest for the American dream.

Elias Mayllazhungo born in Ecuador of the indigenous Quechua culture and Irma Vazquez born in El Salvador, soon to be sworn in as an American citizen, were awarded the 2016 Student Award. They come to One to One Learning and work hard to achieve the dream.

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AVI holds fun event for Lego kids Almost 50 children from Rockland and Orange Counties and their “buddies” participated in a LEGO® Store Mini Model Build, at the Palisades Center store.

The program, hosted by the Association for Visually Impaired (AVI) allowed visually impaired children and those with other special needs to experience the building of a mini model lighthouse at the store, and take it home after – for free.

Following the activities, all the guests were treated to refreshments, courtesy of Evergreen Kosher Supermarket of Monsey and the Association for the Visually Impaired.

For Monsey resident Rachel Bodek, the event fulfilled a long-time wish. “The AVI event was groundbreaking. As a visually impaired individual myself and a mother of a visually impaired child, I’ve always yearned to have a support network as well as opportunities for recreation and skill building geared to individuals with visual impairments.”

Mrs. Bodek believes the importance of events like this lies in the opportunities it provides for people from all communities to network, and share information about programs and services that may be beneficial.”

“This was an amazing start to actualizing this dream,” she added. “It is a great resource to visually impaired individuals, their families, and friends. I am hopeful that AVI can continue similar events going forward and I will do anything I can to facilitate this awesome project.”

This event was the first in a series of Association for the Visually Impaired’s Education, Recreation and Wellness Programs created from funds raised by special events.

Recently, AVI hosted a chair yoga class for adults who participate in its support group. The group will participate in another yoga session, as well as other adaptive fitness and health enhancement programs in the coming months.

According to executive director Beth BateDu Boff, the goal of AVI’s programs is to promote independence and provide supports so an individual can remain in their home of choice and participate in all activities of daily living, as well as help a person to develop the skills to participate in community activities.

“We are looking to improve the quality of life for all individuals who are blind or visually-impaired. Adding programs that enhance our client’s health and wellness is essential to achieving this goal.”

Studies show that LEGO naturally re-en-

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Children enjoy the fun at the Lego Store Mini Model Build.

forces social behavior. “It promotes many skills that are necessary for future success: planning, cooperation and working as a team in order to build something and accomplish something,” she added.

“Planning a program where siblings or friends served as peer buddies allows them to spend time together; they have the opportunity to teach each other and extraordinary amount about each other’s strengths and challenges, as well as how their similarities outweigh their differences.”

AVI Program Coordinator Terry Principe

and Mobility Instructor Jayne Malkin, along with LEGO Store Manager Derek Sean Lopez and Shift Supervising Manager John Anger, helped to ensure a fun time was had by all!

AVI is a nonprofit organization serving Rockland and Orange Counties. The organization provides comprehensive vision rehabilitation, mobility instruction, employment placement, and social work services to visually impaired children and adults. For more information on the services AVI provides to the community, or upcoming events please call 845-574-4950 or visit www.avieyes.org.

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Businesses are flocking to Eagletech Computers in Pearl River Story/Photos: Tom Riley Did your ever experience problems with your computer in the midst of an online exam? Did your email server malfunction and vitally important information was lost? Has your computer been hacked and you had your identity stolen? And finally, if you are a small to medium size business, has your networking capabilities crashed, causing you money every minute your contracted computer repairman can’t be found because he’s on the 9th hole of a local golf course?

Every one of these dilemmas will be answered, corrected and solved in a prompt manner when you choose Eagletech Computers located at 62 South Main Street in Pearl River for all your computer needs.

Eagletech, a family owned and operated business has been a fixture in the Pearl River community for 20 years.

Owner Cliff Faddah told us: “We’ve gained a reputation in the field for using quality products and parts, quick turnaround time and excellent customer service.

“We’ve been an anchor in the Pearl River community and contribute to local organizations. I’m on the Board of the Chamber of Commerce and people are always stopping by and asking us to troubleshoot an issue. Often we do it right on the spot.

“My greatest satisfaction comes when I, my wife, Christie, my assistant, Elaine and my staff help a business operate smoothly during a computer crisis.

“With Remote Support Services I’ve help hundreds of local businesses get back on their feet during a crisis. With this tool, as long as you have Internet service my staff and I will get you up and running wherever you may be.

“I have customers in New Hampshire, Florida and all over. Locally, Kevin Joyce of Joyce Realty and Dr. Marvin are just a

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Owner Cliff Faddah and wife Christie. Eagletech Computers has an unbeatable reputation in the county.

few of the hundreds of businesses we are able to help during a computer crisis.”

Cliff added: “Many small to medium size businesses have been asking us to block out time for them to receive computer repair services whether it be software or hardware issues.

“We provide blocks of hours for them.

The more hours you buy, the more discounts you receive. Many companies buy 20 hours for the year, then they are so satisfied, they buy 10 more. It’s a win-win situation for everybody.

“Local churches and schools often use our services. We work on Apple products, do a lot of troubleshooting and handle soft-

ware and hardware repairs. We build and repair any computer, gaming system and we sell refurbished computers along with our Lenovo line of computers.

“We sell accessories and computer peripherals. We do virus and spyware cleanups and our customers are always happy when we do data recovery of their precious memorie.”

Cliff’s wife Christie said: “We believe it is good to shop local. Here at the store we have web cameras, speakers, power supplies, notebooks, accessories and lots of specials and discounts. My husband is always keeping up with the latest technology If your computer is running slow or has lots of pop-ups, we can help disinfect it and install anti-spyware software to help keep it safe.

‘As the oldest computer store in in Rockland County we have a reputation for honesty and integrity and we treat your computer as if it were our own. Our motto is, ‘It is Service after the Sale that Matters,” and our customer service is legendary.”

Call Eagletech Computers at 845-7351381 or visit their web site at www.eagletechcomputers.com.

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Realtor Carol M. Buchanan has two extra special properties on Greenwood Lake.

Two amazing Greenwood Lake properties for sale by Carol M. Buchanan

Story: Tom Riley Carol M. Buchanan has a passion for real estate that shows up in the numbers.

Carol is an award winning Top Producer, ranked within the Top 10% of all Realtors in HGAR. As a full time Associate Broker Carol has been a Hudson Valley Five Star Award Winner three years in a row, a graduate of the Realtor Institute, an award winning sales manager for new construction and she holds a degree in business management.

She has many other qualifications that are too numerous to list. With over 24 years of experience, she is a total custodian of her client’s trust, as she guides them through every step of the real estate process.

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This special home has wonderful views of Greenwood Lake.

Right: What a wonderful view right out to the lake.

Her diligence, attention to detail and sincerity, preserves her outstanding reputation, for which she is so proud; no wonder so many clients become Carol’s friends. Her strong commitment to ethics and excellence made Carol the only one to call when two Greenwood Lake residents wanted to sell their homes.

Carol told us: “The first property at 150 Lake Shore Road in Greenwood Lake

is lake front living at its best. This beautiful, completely renovated waterfront home is a boater’s delight with a deck, dock and mooring.

“It is in mint condition with magnificent views of the lake. The tastefully updated 2/4 bedroom, 2 bath home with gleaming hardwood floors throughout and a stone fireplace makes it the perfect getaway for families from Manhattan and Brooklyn looking for that second country home

where their children can breathe fresh air and fish and boat to their heart’s delight.

“An artist would draw inspiration from the changing sunsets on the lake and families buying their first home will enjoy all the amenities this move-in ready home offers.

“They include cathedral/vaulted high ceilings, ceiling fan, central vacuum, dishwasher, dryer, microwave, oven/range, stained glass window and washer.

“The kitchen has an open floor plan with granite countertops, center island and high end stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom features tray ceilings and an up-

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Carol Buchanan: 1390 Lakes Road dated elegant bath. The home is listed for $530,000,” said Carol.

“The second property at 1390 Lakes Road is two and a half miles from Greenwood Lake in Monroe.

“This large 4 bedroom, 4 bath home on 2.40 acres is within the Greenwood Lake School District. Privacy, tranquility and nature surrounds this Colonial in the Town of Warwick. “ Located just outside the Village of Greenwood Lake it’s a hotspot of summer fun and water activities. It also has an inground pool and separate guest quarters on the main floor that makes it an ideal mother/daughter/in-law suite complete with living room, kitchen, etc..

“The features of the home include a huge deck with awning, a sun room, 4 car garage, Sub Zero refrigerator, fenced dog yard, lawn irrigation system, French drains, wide 16 foot driveway and a car port for lawn equipment.

“Other amenities include hardwood floors, an out building, walk-out basement and central air conditioning.’

Carol added: “The home is listed at $430,000, Both these homes have to be seen to be appreciated.”

For a tour of these unique properties please call Carol Buchanan at 845-9872000 or on her Cell at 845-705-9162. You can also email her at Carol@baerhomes. com.

Carol’s office, William Raveis Baer & McIntosh, is located at 12 Maple Avenue in Warwick, NY. Carol is known for exceeding expectations everyday, let her exceed yours.

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Inside and outside this is a special home

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European Wax Center in New City celebrates its fourth anniversary

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Bensari Sharma is a real trailblazer.

She opened the European Wax Center four years ago because she believed feeling gorgeous and looking fabulous isn’t just for the privileged, it’s for everyone who wants to flaunt the smoothest skin, whenever they want.

When you enter The European Wax Center at 180 North Main Street, Suite #5 in New City, get ready to Strut, Glow and Feel Fabulous.

Bensari Sharma brought Waxing For All to the County and thousands of women have smoother, more luxurious skin.

They’ve been liberated from poorly lit, unsightly treatment rooms where the risk of infection is high.

Bensari told us: “What sets The European Wax Center apart is the impeccably clean and sanitary treatment rooms. We never, ever double dip. It’s too unsanitary and can cause all kinds of infections.

“We use a brand new set of sticks on every person when we apply the wax. We’ve given waxing a much needed makeover and after 4 years we are busier than ever, because heavenly skin is in.”

Bensari added: “We have a brand new product line that we retail called Strut 365.

It’s the first change since our inception and now you can reveal and maintain beautiful skin, every day from home.

“The waxing procedure is incredibly painless. There are four steps to looking gorgeous.

“The First Step involves cleansing. All of my associates are well trained and li-

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From left, Lauren, Annellese and Bensari Sharma, Owner. The NYS Licensed and Professional Staff at The European Wax Center in New City censed by New York State. They begin with a calming, prewax cleanser to remove any make-up, oil or lotion on the areas to be treated.

“The Next Step is protection. We use our own pre-wax oil to ensure the wax only takes hold of your pesky hairs and not your skin.

“Now it’s time to Get Your Wax On we use an exclusive Comfort Wax. It is the secret to a virtually painless treatment.

Crafted in Paris and made from 100% all natural beeswax, it’s far more gentle on the skin than traditional wax.

“The Last Step is Rejuvenation. It is all about pampering your skin. Body treatments receive a lovely dose of our exclusive Ingrown Hair Serum to help prevent bumps or breakouts, heavenly skin is in.”

Bensari continued: “From July 1st to the 31st we’ll have in place Wax Passes that can help guests save 25%. Currently they save 18%-25% on all their waxing needs.

“If you purchase 9 Eyebrow Treatments you get 3 Free. That goes for 9 of

any same treatments. More and more men are requesting waxing services for their chest, backs and eyebrows. European Wax Center are the Waxsperts.

“We’ve been at it since 1975. We’ve had a lot of time to perfect everything we

do. We still offer first time guests and women with New York State ID a Complementary Underarm, Eyebrow or Bikini Line Treatment.

“If they wish they can upgrade to a Full Bikini or Brazilian Wax and get 50% off.

Men can get a Complementary Eyebrow, Ear or Nose Treatment.”

From their impeccable treatment rooms to the polished professionalism of their wax specialists, you couldn’t be in better hands.

So for luxurious waxing at prices that won’t make you raise an eyebrow, book yourself for a little pampering.

Be sure to call in for a reservation because Bensari Sharma and her warm and caring staff have been busier than ever; so much so, she is seriously considering opening another location. Call 845-634-9299 or 201-410-6718 and pamper yourself.

You can email Bensari at Bansari.Sharma@waxcenter.com. You can access the European Wax Center’s web site at waxcenter.com. Get Ready, Get Set, GLOW!

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Valley Cottage Animal Hospital is internationally recognized

Story: Tom Riley Valley Cottage Animal Hospital has been named in the Top Four Animal Hospitals in all of North America by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).

There are approximately 25,000 Animal Hospitals in North America.

Dr. Diane B. Tortorice, DVM, Diplomate ABVP and Medical Director at Valley Cottage, told us: “We attribute the success of our practice to our commitment to excellence and our mission to continually improve the quality of care that we can offer to our patients.

“Among of our newer services is a state-of-the-art Mobile Animal Clinic. The mobile van is actually a fully functioning exam room and surgical suite on wheels.

“We bring the excellent VCAH care on the road, directly to our patients. This service has been enjoyed by: patients or clients with mobility challenges, need for end of life or hospice care, multiple pet households, or someone living with nine cats who just want the convenience of the service that comes to them.”

And then there’s acupuncture for your pets. Dr. Tortorice explained: “VCAH has multiple veterinarians who are trained in Veterinary Acupuncture and continue to stud eastern medicine to complement our strong knowledegebase and experience with conventional western medicine.

“We see this as a way to provide a comprehensive approach to our patients that allows individualized care and improved outcomes in our case management.

“We’ve been reflecting the current trend

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The interior of the fully equipped exam room on wheels offers surgery, anesthesiology and many other services. It will travel to your home. Below and opposite: Acupuncture is a new tool being used at Valley Cottage.

in veterinary medicine about about looking from the patient’s (animal) point of view. Just like you might take jasmine tea to calm nerves, we spray canine hormones on a bandana and it takes the edge off the anxiety.

“We also have a Cat’s Exam Room just for cats, using treats that lessen stress on the pet. We are also looking forward to expanding Hospice Care for Pets.

“In the future we hope to have an on-site veterinary specialist in oncology, cardiology and dermatology.”

People from all over the tri-state area

are bringing their pets to VCAH because of its reputation. This Rivertown reporter watched as a very small injured wild rabbit suffering a leg injury was brought in.

Dr. Tortorice added: “We love our patients and want their experience here to be as stress free as possible. We use classical music in the kennels and staff training in milder restraint techniques.

“As pets get older and older we are extending our services for our aging, arthritic patients. We offer heat laser, acupuncture and nutritional supplements along with normal anti-inflammatory medications.

Above: VCAH meets or exceeds the strict standard for excellence in over 900 areas of patient care, exam facilities, pharmacy, laboratory, anesthesiology, surgery, housekeeping, records management and continuing education. Dr. Tortorice holds the Award in her state-of-theart animal hospital.

“Our 2016 accreditation by the (AAHA) as being in the top four animal hospitals in North America in meeting and exceeding strict standards for excellence in over 900 areas of patient care, exam facilities, pharmacy, laboratory, anesthesiology, surgery, housekeeping, records management and continuing education is just an example of the experience you will have when you bring your pet to Valley Cottage Animal Hospital.�

L to R Jennifer and Dr. Tortorice just love all their animals and give them world-class medical care.

Valley Cottage Animal Hospital is located at at 202 Route 303 in Valley Cottage.

Call Dr. Tortorice and her warm and caring staff at 845-268-9263 for an appointment.

Visit their web site at www.valleycottageanimalhospital.com.

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From left: Claudia Jacobs, professional stager, with listing agents Sanford Glazman and Patricia Sas-

Majestic cottage estate in Pine Island a luxurious return to nature

Stone, brick, ivy and cedar siding add a dash of distinction to the stunning nature views. Below: Beautiful courtyards open from the kitchen, office and billiard rooms.

William Ravies Baer & McIntosh is the largest family owned real estate company in the Northeast and has been named as One of the Leading Real Estate Companies in the World, among other accolades.

Specializing in unique listings, Associate Agents Sanford Glazman and Patricia Sassi collaborate to bring the following luxury property to the vacation home market. Based in Warwick, NY, they provide no exception to the integrity and quality of service one can expect from working with WRB&M. A cottage is a simple place, where you can lay back, kick your feet up and fall into a particular ease of life. It mixes the old with the new, fine details with simple comforts, and gives off a lazy-day feel of informal charm amidst nature’s raw elements.

Anyone living in the bustle of today’s world can appreciate the luxury that comes with a slowing down; for family time, reconnecting with outdoors, or for a weekend getaway with friends.

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1010 County Route 1 in Pine Island, NY, provides just this – but in grand majestic style. In this eclectic farming town, roving fields meet local artisan shops and year round recreational activities such as skiing, fishing, hiking, golf, biking, access to the theater and world class spas, all just minutes away. The nearby village of historic Warwick boasts local wineries, farm

markets, antiquing and frequent seasonal festivals. Farm to table dining is the norm for many local restaurants. It is a stunning backyard community that sets the stage for this rural haven retreat.

The property itself is spectacular in an earthy sort of luxury. Down a mysterious winding drive, cedar wood siding, stone and brick structuring with ivy and a red-

Above: This quiet country estate showcases a quaint cottage feel within spacious grandeur. Below: Courtyard outside a casual luxury kitchen leads to the pool. door embellishment rises magnificently from a quiet, breezy hillside. The totally private, country estate overlooks “The Black Dirt” farming fields in breathtaking view; a lot filling over 120 acres of nature’s best with greenery that borders the Wallkill River and includes private wooded hunting grounds.

Walden meets Downton Abbey here, where nature paths, open fields, and lovely gardens for meandering about in an almost timeless setting make up lush grounds. It is a true call to nature for those coming to unplug.

Indoors, there is 8,000 square feet of easy living space where 6 cozy-comfort but grandly spacious bedrooms, 7 baths and rich oak and hardwood pine detailing throughout create a true traditional country cottage feel in grand scale amenity. With nothing too formal, the spacious interior exudes a comfort and warmth that can be termed only elegant, but with a character

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Pine Island that harkens a less complicated age. There is room for relaxed play inside and out – whether it be communing with family and friends in one of its amazing common areas, or to sneak off to oneself in quiet seclusion.

The house’s main features include stunning scenic views in every room. Plentifully windowed walls bring nature in and a hunting chic design makes one feel both at home and pampered in an old world way. Exposed beams and inlaid shelves as well as radiant heat hardwood flooring and stunning woodworked accents grace the architecture and are further beautified by 4 hearty fireplaces with stone and slate hearths, bringing visitors down to earth in both splendor and simplicity at once.

It’s kitchen, dining room and billiard, all open through French doors onto ivy embellished terraces great for lingering in the shade or sharing cocktails with guests surrounded by the trimmings of nature.

Further amenities include a 4 car garage and on-property barn-inspired, guest house with meticulously quaint detailing, making having company as easy as the lifestyle this house intends. A stunning nature-set inground pool and unpretentious accenting throughout keep this elemental retreat rustic, yet filled with tasteful upgrades that add a bit of splendor any owner would welcome.

One such example is the master closet, which one must visit to believe. It’s inlaid architectural detailing and grand size with cherry oak drawers and woodsy beauty impresses as well as serves function. The house is a true mix of grandeur and simplicity, boldness and clean comfort style in a wonderful vacation home.

A low-key escape, the family room is large and cozy and the study with its floor to ceiling paneling exudes a dreamy quality so characteristic of this property, always encouraging one to choose a book and recline. Everything about this house is leisurely, including an amazing tavern-style bar and informal full-amenity kitchen that invites informal gather. The exception is the Dining Room, grand and traditional, reminiscent of an early American family manor. It is an entertainer’s dream.

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Home overlooks views of local farm fields. outside any of its bright French doorways. home or to schedule a viewing, contact You will never want to leave. It’s own- agent Sanford Glazman, or colleague Pat ers say of the easy living home they built Heutele Sassi of William Raveis Baer & in 1993, “We wanted the property to feel McIntosh in the Warwick, NY office. Sandy more like a country cottage than a luxury states of this amazing property, “It certainly estate, a place to come and feel at ease. It lives up to our unique property reputation was a real labor of love.” This property, here at William Raveis Baer & McIntosh. It and this quietly beautiful lifestyle when is a stunning opportunity for anyone in the you’re here, can be yours. market for a getaway home.” You can reach them at (845) 987-2000.

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Above: Grand living room with floor to ceiling bookcases and fireplace. Below: Office with beautiful views and stone hearth.

The on-property Wallkill River lends serenity to walking paths.

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Organizer Mark Mangan at the event.

Bike mania in Nyack Bike fans turned out in force for a wonderful display of hot machines in Nyack recently.

Mark Mangan, eventor organizer for The Nyack Chamber of Commerce said: “We’re proud to support the Soup Angel’s.

It’s a great organization that gives back to our friends and neighbors in need.”

Organized by the Chamber and the Chestnut Ridge-based Fugawi Hudson Valley Motorcycle Club, the Expo featured new and vintage motorcycles on display while Dead Wrong supplied the music. There was also delicious refreshments and drink available.

Scott Baird, president of the Nyack Chamber of Commerce, said: “Motorcycle enthusiasts throughout the Hudson Valley who take pride in owning and riding special vehicles as well as people who appreciate were attracted to the event and it was a great opportunity to enjoy the Village’s unique restaurants, boutiques and nightspots.”

For further information on upcoming events contact Mark K. Mangan at Chamberchoppers@gmail.com.

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One of the highlights at Garnerville Arts Festival - this acrobatic performance art. Below: The Midnight Cowboy by Sculptor Martin Glick.

The amazing art of James Tyler

Garnerville Arts Festival is a Garnerville smash was buzzing with excite-

ment as thousands of people toured the vast Garner Arts Festival complex to view the work of outstanding artists. The Arts Festival also celebrated the 400th Anniversary of the Founding of Haverstraw.

Many works were on display. The public explored artists’ open studios filled with contemporary and student art exhibitions.

They participated in art workshops, drum circles and children’s activities.

They watched films, dance and live music on two stages and they visited historic exhibitions and the Lagunitas Brewing Company Beer tent at Garner Creekside.

There were also plenty of food trucks and the Garner Coffee Bar. The Garner Arts Center is pleased to report that they have received multi-use zoning from the Village of West Haverstraw Board of Trustees. The Center has begun work on its new home in Building 35 located at The Gateway to the Garnerville Arts & Industrial Center Complex. If you would like to help them complete this project with your donation go online at www. garnerartscenter.org.

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Above: A beautiful wood table.

Right: James Tyler with one of his legendary brick heads. Below: A painting by Rebecca.

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Garner Arts Festival (Continued) Right: Noted local photographer Ken Karlewicz displayed his project, The Faces of Haverstraw. Below right: More youngsters get involved in art.

Above:Taffy Walsh shows one of her paintings.

Left: Music provided by Industrial Arts Brewing Company.

Right: Kids create their own books.

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Where to celebrate the Fourth around the county Story: Janie Rosman Feel free to sing, dance and have fun at area activities commemorating the Fourth of July. And there are other great events all summer long. Check them out.

Clarkstown The town’s annual Family Music festival began last month and culminated June 30 with a fireworks display at Nanuet High School. Concerts at Germonds Park, 185 Germonds Rd., are Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. during July and August and on select evenings at Congers Station Park, Burnside Avenue. In case of rain, concerts will be held in the Clarkstown South High School auditorium, 31 Demarest Mill Rd, West Nyack.

Haverstraw Atomic Funk Project comes to Bowline Park Saturday, July 2, for the town’s holiday concert. Doors open to the public at 5 p.m., and the concert begins at 7 p.m. At 9:30 p.m. a fireworks display will light the sky. The park is one-eighth of a mile down Bowline Road, off Samsondale Avenue.

Rain date is July 3.

The town’s summer concert schedule begins with The Love Revival Orchestra and continues every Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. through Labor Day. Check website under “Summer Concert Schedule” for information.

Nyack A July 1 concert by the Orangetown Concert Band conducted by Charles Yassky starts the village’s celebrations at 7:30 p.m. in Memorial Park, 15 Cedar St. “An American Salute: Musical Fireworks” will include John Philip Sousa marches, music from the American Songbook, Broadway favorites and opera. WQXR New York’s Elliott Forrest will read the Gettysburg Address during the evening.

Its fireworks display is July 4 at 8:30 p.m., co-sponsored by the village and Cablevision. Memorial Park will be open to pedestrians and pets and closed to vehicles the entire day. Parking on village streets

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A reading of the Declaration of Independence is a highlight at Stony Point State Historic Site. will be free all day.

Also in the village: Nyack Chamber of Commerce’s 5th annual Classic Car Night is July 14, from 5 p.m. to dusk. Last year’s event drew more than 3,000 guests and 300 cars. Rain date is July 21. Recurring favorites are the 1979 Fort LTD Country Squire station wagon modified for “National Lampoon’s Vacation” and the 1963 Volkswagen racing Beetle named Herbie from “The Love Bug.” Pearl River A free concert at 7:30 p.m.on July 4 followed by a 9 p.m. fireworks display takes place at the East Central Avenue ball field behind the Pearl River Library. Both are sponsored by the Pearl River Board of Trade and are visible from surrounding streets.

Pomona Fireworks explode at Palisades Credit Union Park, 1 Provident Bank Park Dr, home of the Rockland Boulders, every day during the holiday weekend. July 1 is a 7 p.m. first pitch with post-game fireworks and a post-game band, July 2 is a 6:30 p.m. first pitch; gates open at 4:30 p.m. for a pregame party, and July 3 is a 6:30 p.m. first pitch with post-game 3D fireworks.

The July 4 game will be followed by a performance of the Ramsey Wind Symphony and post-game fireworks.

Stony Point An Independence Day Commemoration

from Saturday, July 2, to Monday, July 4, at the Stony Point State Historic Site, 44 Battlefield Rd. Timed events each day are a guided walking tour of the battlefield at 1 p.m., an illustrated lecture about the development of the Declaration of Independence at 2 p.m., a reading of the Declaration at 2:45 p.m. and firing of the canon at 3 p.m.

The site is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday. For information call 845-7862521.

West Point Military Academy The U.S. Military Academy band celebrates with a concert on July 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Trophy Point Amphitheater followed by a fireworks display. Rain date is July 3.

All concerts at the academy are free and open to the public, and all vehicles will be inspected at entry gates. All adults 16 and older must have a valid photo ID, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Themed concerts continue Saturdays in July and August: https://slate.adobe.com/ cp/EGUq5/. For information call 845-9382445 or 2617.

Opposite: Nyack’s spectacular fireworks display will be on July 4 at 8.30 pm.

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Rockland County Pride Art show Rockland County Pride held a juried art exhibit and sale to benefit the organization. A big crowd showed up at the Rockland Center for the Arts in West Nyack.

Pictured left: Diana Wilkens, Phyllis B.Frank and Brooke Malloy.

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Caroline Blankfort sells pied a terre in Piermont Story: Tom Riley Residents from Manhattan and Brooklyn are always calling William Raveis Baer & McIntosh in Nyack asking them to find a country retreat or “pied a terre” as they are increasingly choosing Rockland County for their “getaways.”

Forget about the three hours to the Hamptons and the LIE “parking lot”, they want their dream getaway to be closer to home.

They want their kids to hear the birds, see the eagles soar over the mountains, go down to the river for fishing or kayaking or hike one of many trails in Rockland.

Caroline Blankfort, a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson for Baer & McIntosh is a specialist at finding these country retreats and “pied a terres” and barns that can be converted into homes and art studios.

“I have found a real deal,” she told us about the beautiful home she discovered in Piermont.

It was featured in Architectural Digest in 2008 and won Honorable Mention. It’s an 1893 rebuilt barn with exposed beams, the present owner was moving from Boston as it was being renovated in 2007 and had input in what she wanted. She added a gas stove, mouldings and other amenities.

The home has a living room, kitchen, lavatory, dining room, 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, laundry room and a den/office and small basement.

It includes a dishwasher, washer/dryer, oven/range and refrigerator, hardwood floors and has a charming backyard.

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This cheery arts and crafts style house was built in 1893 and was originally a barn.

portation, schools, shops, parks and hiking trails. The home is located at 2 Bauer Lane in Piermont and has just been sold,” said Caroline.

“Just imagine living in this bright and cheery arts and craft style house built in 1893. This little gem that was once a barn was renovated in 2007 and was converted to a spectacular retreat.”

Caroline added: “The Piermont real estate scene is red hot right now and with the new Tappan Zee Bridge going up, it

will only get better.

“Piermont is filled with trendy dining spots, shopping and art galleries. Piermont is only 20 minutes to New York City.

“Piermont offers beautiful views, excellent Spring time fishing (especially when the striped bass are running), rental boats, canoes and kayaks. You can bike, walk, jog or drive to the end of the Piermont Pier.

“Piermont Marsh is located to the west side of the Pier and this area is great for

bird watching, canoeing and kayaking.

Tallman Mountain State Park has an entrance directly across from a century old hand cranked drawbridge.

“This year they are opening the Tallman Pool and restaurants. There are great hiking trails, cross country skiing, tennis courts and picnicking in the area.”

Caroline added: “This pied a terre cottage would make a wonderful retreat for an artist or writer or a family with children or just someone looking for a weekend getaway. It has one and a half baths and a fenced in yard.

“The living room has exposed beams and a gas stove ideal for the cooler months. You have to see it to appreciate all the amenities.”

Caroline is a burst of fresh energy. She was born in Holland, brought up in France and moved to Rockland with her family.

She was educated in both Europe and Rockland and she has an affinity for architecture.

Caroline listens and then works hard to find that special house or rental property.

Call Caroline for all your real estate needs and you may do so in English or French.

You can call Caroline at 917-405-1495 or email her at caroline@baerhomes.com.

She often says, “I don’t just sell homes...I create lifestyles.”

William Raveis Baer & McIntosh is located at 97 South Broadway in Nyack. You can call the office at 845-358-9440. They have 4 offices in the Hudson Valley. They get the highest premium for your home and you never see their signs linger for long.

You can access their web site at baerhomes. com or raveis.com.

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New construction provides fresh karma at Riverton Drive in Upper Nyack

Nancy Blaker Weber outside this special home in Upper Nyack.

Story: Tom Riley Nancy Blaker Weber is one of the most experienced realtors in our area - with a superb reputation. So when she’s excited about a property you should definitely listen to her.

She enthusiastically talked to us about one of her current listings - 19 Riverton Drive in Upper Nyack.

She told us: “This is the last house left in this 19 home subdivision. Enjoy living in a home with fresh karma that only new construction can provide.

“The developers, Wilder Balter Partners built a first rate product with beautiful details throughout. They build homes with all the modern comfort but with an eye to old world elegance and quality.

“You’ll enjoy living in a home designed to maximize Hudson River and Hook Mountain views. This subdivision is one of the most diverse streets in the Nyacks.

“We have empty nesters, couples with children, couples with no kids, artists and business professionals. The Gedney, our newest design is energy efficient and features an open floor plan, 4 bedrooms and 3 baths.

“This 3,226 square foot home with a spacious backyard, fireplace, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, hardwood floors, central vacuum and central air has to be seen to appreciate all the amenities.

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took this new construction subdivision four years ago that so many happy families have found a home.

“After 20 years in the real estate business I still enjoy creating communities,” said Nancy Blaker Weber.

The list price for 19 Riverton Drive is $895,000. The home also has a sprinkler lawn system, two-car attached garage, a full unfinished basement, a full walk-up attic and a view of the ever changing Hudson River.

Nancy Blaker Weber is an Associate Broker & Realtor at Wright Bros. Real Es-

tate Inc. located at 53 South Broadway in Nyack.

“I love Wright Bros.” she told us. “I feel Russ Woolley, our owner/broker nurtures creativity and allows us to do real estate the way I want to do it. He brings out the best in you. We have great Think Tank sessions and I appreciate the opportunity to bounce ideas off each other in the spirit of teamwork.

“After all my experience in real estate I feel great when I get a good listing or win a bidding war. I’m competitive. Real estate is not for the faint of heart. I know

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Riverton Drive my market and when I take clients to see a house, I’ve already seen it and know the history of the house. I work at real estate full time.”

Nancy continued: “No one knows the river communities and neighboring villages better than me. I am the #1 Agent in both Zillow and Trulia Agent Finder Searches for Nyack.

“My experience and keen negotiating skill coupled with the tools that Wright Bros. Real Estate has to offer will ensure a seamless experience for you as a buyer or seller.

“I’m a good listener and will represent you with both energy and integrity. Nobody will work harder for you,” said Nancy.

Nancy is a very accomplished woman who has held many positions of service to the community. She has been and still is: President of the Nyack Park Conservancy, Board Member of Hudson Valley MLX, Former Member of Advisory Board of Rockland Parent Child Center, Member of the Nyack Library Expansion Committee and as a realtor she has received many accolades, among them; Most Million Plus Homes Sold in the Nyacks.

Nancy Blaker Weber, a Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker with Wright Bros, will be happy to give you a tour of 19 Riverton Drive in Upper Nyack. Call her on her Cell at 914-263-3403 or at the Office at 845-358-3050. You can email her at nancybweber@verizon.net. You can visit her web site at www.nancybweber.com.

This new home in Upper Nyack is a deam come true.

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The new Tappan Zee Bridge - what’s happening and how it will change your life Story/Photos: Janie Rosman Motorists crossing between Westchester and Rockland have a clear view of the New NY Bridge’s main span towers, now taller than the original Tappan Zee. In June project officials held their annual public meetings to update residents and answer questions about the $3.98 billion project.

Rivertown Magazine viewed the progress at river level recently on the Historical Society of Rockland County’s tour, “The Tappan Zee Experience: Past, Present and Future.”

So we wanted to know what’s happening now - and what’s happening in the near future at the bridge many of us still call the Tappan Zee. ***** Last September consortium Tappan Zee Constructors, LLC (TZC) began building those 419-foot main span towers by utilizing self-climbing concrete blue jump forms.

Crews assemble the rebar (steel reinforced) cages and pour concrete in segments starting from the bridge’s foundations until the towers reach their full height.

The forms follow the slight outward angle of the towers that loomed above as our captain carefully steered through the main span channel.

Traveling across the new bridge Both spans are being built simultaneously; however, two-way traffic will shift off the old bridge onto the new northbound span in early 2017. The crane will begin deconstructing the current bridge — and will finish in 2018 — as construction begins for the northbound span’s bicycle and walking path.

Once the landings are removed the prebuilt southern span will be connected, traffic will be split between the two lanes, and the bridge and path will concurrently open in 2018.

The new bridge will have eight general traffic lanes that meet the new federal highway standard of 12 feet wide (96 feet total width), four breakdown/emergency lanes, space for a dedicated bus lane, and a walking/bicycle path.

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can be dimmed via dark-sky technology so it won’t bother nearby residents at night and is programmable for different colors like red, white and blue for the 2018 Fourth of July. Local community input helped formulate the designs for sound barriers TZC is constructing along the highway.

Several project milestones This time last year, the I Love NY super crane lifted and placed the first girder assembly between two piers for the southbound span. Two months later it did the same for the northbound span, the one we’ll be driving on next spring.

Crews began installing the nearly 6,000

high-strength concrete panels for the bridge’s approach spans last October, and that month the first of three girder assemblies was pushed over the Hudson Line train tracks in Tarrytown to the first set of piers. Earlier this year (February) TZC installed four hollow, concrete crossbeams — that will support the concrete panels and roadway — between the main span towers.

Electronic tolls, no fare increase Now that the toll plaza in Tarrytown is gone, motorists have four unobstructed lanes, and two temporary electronic toll gantries were activated. They’ll be removed once the new bridge and permanent

toll facilities in Tarrytown open.

The 2016-2017 state budget allocates $700 million allocated for the Thruway Authority to freeze tolls on the 570-miles stretch, including the Tappan Zee Bridge, until at least 2020.

This is in addition to $1.285 billion in bank settlement funds, Cuomo said during his State of the State 2015 address.

Walking/bicycle path landings A new visitor center and greeting area and a 26,000-squarefoot maintenance facility are being built on the north side of the Thruway in Tarrytown. New York State Police Troop T will be relocated to a new building on the south side of Thruway.

South Nyack is re-emerging as Rockland County’s gateway as it works diligently with the NYS Thruway Authority and the state to preserve residents’ quality of life.

Last year the state agreed to relocate the Rockland terminus (landing point) away from residential village streets to Thruway property near Exit 10 with adjacent parking.

“We went back to the drawing board to ensure that all parking, restrooms, lighting, etc. needed for the shared use (walking/bicycle) path would be located within Interchange 10 and not on village property,” Mayor Bonnie Christian said.

Mid-June Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that the village’s preferred option, “Alternative F” at $16 million, was chosen after a thorough review of its impacts and benefits to the local communities.

New beginning for South Nyack “It’s very exciting news,” Design Compliance Engineer David Capobianco said. “It’s a good example of how government can work collaboratively with communities for a solution that meets everyone’s needs.”

“This is fantastic news,” Christian said. “The village, the residents, the board and the task force were working together, and we’re pleased our efforts have been heard. I want to thank Governor Cuomo and the Thruway team for listening to—and acting on—our concerns.”

South Nyack received a $250,000 grant through the bridge project’s Community Benefits Program to study the feasibility of redesigning and redeveloping that land. Results from

that study, available sometime in the fall, will provide information about how the village can use Interchange 10 property.

Christian hopes to develop the land commercially and help defray tax burdens South Nyack residents carried since the early 1950s, when the current bridge took more than 100 homes and its business district.

For information, including educational outreach to your school, community, group or business, visit http://www.newnybridge.com/ or call the project’s 24/7 hotline at 855-TZBRIDGE (855-892-7434).

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Caroline

Blankford and Dean

Paradise in Piermont for sale

Howard

Story: Tom Riley Rising real estate star, Caroline Blankfort of William Raveis Baer & McIntosh has teamed with Howard Dean, a renowned builder and developer who owns and operates all of his buildings.

Mr Dean is deeply involved in all aspects of his properties and his specialty is helping older properties reach their potential. He presently is the original Investor/ Owner of The Time Hotel in Nyack.

407 Gair Street in Piermont is a stunning example of the craftsmanship, landscaping and state-of-the-art amenities Mr. Dean and Caroline are offering home buyers in the Tri-State region looking for that oneof-a-kind livable gem with beautiful views of the marsh and the Hudson River from almost every room, a bargain.

The phone is ringing off the hook and Caroline is busy giving tours of this Paradise in Piermont as first time home buyers and people from Manhattan and Brooklyn looking for a country retreat make the easy commute to Rockland County. Home buyers are choosing Rockland over the three hour commute to the Hamptons. They are also attracted to the award winning South Orangetown Schools.

Caroline told us: “The list price of this newly renovated condominium in the Paradise Harbor Complex in Piermont is $1,197,000. The owner has left no stone unturned in this elegant and spacious, spectacular home!

“This corner townhouse with 9 foot ceilings, 15’ by 17’ walk-in closet, instant hot

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Welcome to the home of your dreams in Piermont.

water sink, new moldings throughout and a white quartz fireplace has to be seen to appreciate the craftsmanship.

“The eat-in kitchen is sleek and beautifully designed with French doors leading to a deck overlooking the marsh and the magnificent Hudson River. You’ll enjoy all the amenities that Paradise Harbor has to offer such as: a Health and Fitness Club, a Pool and Tennis Club and easy access to public transportation.

“New York City is only 20 minutes away. People are increasingly attracted to the Hudson River Valley, especially couples with children, artists looking for inspiration from their physical surroundings and those in their Golden Years looking for peace and tranquility that nature provides in abundance.

“If you like fishing, canoeing and bird watching in the marshes and from the Piermont Pier you’ve found a home at 407 Gair Street. You’ll be close to boutique shops, world class restaurants, The Pier, and Tallman Mountains State Park with its hiking trails, huge pool, tennis courts and picnicking area. Within an 8 mile radius you have 4 golf courses and great instructors to improve your game and a children’s golf camp that regularly produces winners.”

Caroline added: “Some of the amenities include a balcony, cathedral/vaulted/ high ceilings, a beautiful master bath with a Jacuzzi tub and a basement that has been completely renovated.

“Plus there is an updated bathroom which is perfect for an au pair suite, family room or office. There are new oak floors throughout, a gorgeous gas fireplace with white quartz wall design from floor to ceiling.”

To see this amazing 3 bedroom, 4 bath, 2,315 square foot home call Caroline Blankfort at William Raveis Baer & McIntosh located at 97 South Broadway in Nyack.

You can contact her on her cell at 917405-1495 or at the office at 845-358-9440.

You can email Caroline at caroline@baerhomes.com. With over 11 years real estate experience, Caroline knows what families are looking for; The Home of Their Dreams. Your search will end at 407 Gair Street in Piermont! Come to Paradise Harbor.

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Rotary Club of Nyack installs new officers The Rotary Club of Nyack conducted its Installation Dinner for officers and directors at the home of Howard and Fran Hellman.

President John O’Brien said that he enjoyed serving together with the Nyack Rotarians on so many special projects. During the past year, the Nyack Rotary contributed to many community projects including the Nyack Skateboard park, People to People Refrigerator Project and Keep Rockland Beautiful.

Other noteworthy service projects included delivering Valentine’s baskets to families, the Holiday Senior Luncheon hosted at Nyack Center, delivering Meals on Wheels and the Annual Rotary Auction.

The Rotary Club also contributed their support to the Hopper House, Nyack Center, Nyack Public Library, Nyack high School Interact Club, the YMCA and many local charities.

He also thanked Rotarians for volunteering their time on the Cover to Cover Literacy Project including reading to children in elementary schools, providing Junior Achievement instruction at Nyack Middle School and for sponsoring 6 scholarships for Nyack High School Seniors to attend college.

District Governor Nick Constantino presented John O’Brien with a plaque in appreciation for his leadership as President for 2015-2016.

Drew Kessler, Past District Governor and James Damiani, District Governor for 2017-2018 conducted the installation of the following new officers and directors: Josephine Lore, President Russell Grant, President-Elect Vilma Vaccaro, Vice President Jane Marino, Treasurer Julie Prevost, Secretary Kim Cross, Director Alan Englander, Director Dr. James Montesano, Director Donna Ramundo, Director

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New Board Members and Officers of Nyack Rotary: Vilma Vaccaro, Russell Grant, Kim Cross, Jane Marino, Julie Prevost, Alan Englander with Jim Damiani;

Josephine “Jo” Lore being sworn in as new President of Nyack Rotary

by Jim Damiani, Governor

Russell Grant recipient of Paul Harris Fellow Award with Rotarians Carol Tjoa, Ellen Simpson and Julie Prevost.

John O’Brien, Senior Director Russell Grant received a Paul Harris Fellow Award in recognition of his dedicated to the ideals of the founder of Rotary and for his generous support of the Rotary International Foundation.

Newly-elected President Josephine Lore said that during the next year, she would like to develop a new strategic plan

and promote the growth of the Nyack Rotary’s membership.

Guests are welcome to visit the Rotary Club’s meeting on Tuesdays at 12:15pm at La Fontana Restaurant in Nyack. For more information about the Nyack Rotary Club’s service projects and membership, please visit the website at: www.nyackrotary.com.

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Rivertown editor Phil Bunton chats with owner brett kelly.

Rivertown Exchange celebrates at La Terrazza in New City A great time was had by all at the beautiful La Terrazza in New City. Owner Brett Kelly put on some fabulous food and the big crowd thoroughly enjoyed the warm, friendly atmosphere.

The next Rivertown Exchange will be held at Sparkill Steakhouse in Sparkill on Wednesday, July 13, from 5:30-7:30pm.

Photos: Arnold Roufa MD

Left: Some of the crowd who packed into the bar at La Terrazza.

Above: Arlene Roufa, Dan Radner, Carmen DiBiase, Dina Nejman. Left: Phil Bunton chats with Ozzie Boncoeur and Benita Bryant.

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Left: Tom Riley and his wife Crucy. Above: Photographer and man about town Arnold Roufa with his wife Arlene Levine Roufa.

Left: Peggy Connolly and husband Hubie share a joke. Right: Rivertown’s #1 couple Phil Bunton and Candice Boyle cozy up.

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Quick and delicious summer recipes Summer food should be quick, easy, nutritious and delicious. The following recipes fit the bill, you’ll be eating them all summer I promise! The chilled soup will happily sit in your fridge for up to 4 days allowing the flavors to meld and become more heavenly with each passing day. Plus it’s full of goodness, it’s like a helping of “health” in a soup bowl that tastes wonderful.

The fish is an all around easy dish. It takes about five minutes to prepare but looks and tastes like you’ve spent years in culinary school. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or a posh dinner party. So many people are afraid of cooking fish, please don’t be - fish is your friend!

I’m warning you ahead of time that the frozen cookies are addictively finger licking good. Once your family and friends have tasted them they’ll be asking you to bring them to every summer event. You can make them super duper healthy and gluten free or if you prefer with regular flour, sugar and eggs - your choice. I’ve included ingredients for both, and both are fantastic so why not choose the healthy option!

Gazpacho This may seems like a lot of chopping and peeling but believe me it’s worth it!

Good quality fresh organic ingredients REALLY worth using here. It will taste so much better and the quality of the nutrients will be far superior to a soup made with aged conventional vegetables.

6 ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped (yielding about 6 cups) 1 red onion, finely chopped (about 1 cups) 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 sweet red bell pepper seeded and chopped (about 1 cup)

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Above: Baked Fish in Parchment Parcels. Below: Gazpacho. Opposite: Frozen Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cookies.

2 stalks celery, chopped (about 1 cup) 1-2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil or cilantro of a combination of all three.

1 clove garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon) 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste 6 or more drops of Tabasco sauce to taste

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 cups tomato juice Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Use an immersion blender or blend in batches, to desired smoothness. Some like it chunky and some like it smooth - it’s up to you. Adjust seasonings (salt and pepper) to taste.

Place in a non-reactive container (tomatoes are acidic) to store. Chill several

hours or overnight to allow the flavors to blend. That’s it! So easy, so delicious and so healthy.

Baked Fish in Parchment Parcels Quick, easy and delicious - this will become you’re go to fish dish. I know it’s mine!

4 fillets of firm fish (cod, Chilean Sea Bass, salmon halibut and swordfish are all good options) 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1 teaspoon maple syrup Your favorite greens: bok choy, spinach etc A thumb sized piece of ginger 1 clove garlic, peeled 1 happy gulp of white wine per package Wash the greens and place them on a large square of parchment paper. Pour over the wine. Grate the ginger and the garlic and sprinkle over the greens. Place the fish on top of the ginger, garlic and greens.

Pour 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame oil, 1 teaspoon maple syrup and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce over the fish.

Close up the parchment paper around the fish (it won’t fully close up don’t worry!) Place the fish parcels on a baking tray

and put into the oven to bake for approximately 10-15 minutes depending on the size and thickness of the fish. It’s cooked when it flakes easily with a fork - that’s how you test to see if fish is cooked. If it flakes it’s cooked, it it’s rubbery and dense it isn’t easy!!

Remove from the oven, allow to sit for a few minutes then serve.

Frozen Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cookies Finger Licking Good! Try not to eat all the batter before it gets into the oven. These cookies are that good - cooked, frozen or raw! (if you would prefer these cookies to be vegan, use a flaxseed egg - 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds with 2.5 tablespoons water, stir together, allow to sit for 5 minutes, then use as you would a regular egg).

3/4 cup rolled oats (gluten free) 1 cup gluten free (coconut flour would be fine) or all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter, softened (or Earth’s Balance vegan butter) 2/3 cup coconut sugar or regular white sugar

1 large egg (or flaxseed egg - see above) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup dark chocolate chips For the filling: Dairy free or your favorite ice cream Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Place the oats in a medium bowl and stir in flour, baking soda and salt.

Beat butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add sugar, egg (or flaxseed egg) and vanilla; beat until smooth and creamy. With the mixer running, add the dry ingredients, beating on low speed until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips.

Drop the dough by heaping teaspoonfuls, at least 1 inch apart, onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake cookies 1 sheet at a time, until firm around the edges and golden on top, about 15 minutes. Cool the cookies for 2 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

When the cookies are cool, sandwich them together with the ice cream. Wrap in plastic wrap and place in the freezer until nicely frozen.

To serve, simply remove from the freezer and enjoy.

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Understanding your financial position

Do you feel confused about your monthly investment statements? Do you understand the words that come out of your advisors mouth? Are you worried about if you’ll have enough to retire? Does this sound like a Pepto-Bismol commercial?

Confusion. I find that as I meet with people week after week, the main theme is confusion. I thought this month, let’s take a look at this complexity filled issue and break it down to try to make it easier for you to deal with your finances while dealing with the stresses and roadblocks of everyday life.

Whew…just writing it makes me confused!

The first place to start, before all the paper and mail and conversations with your advisor (you DO have an advisor, don’t you?) is to look at your goals and objectives as to why you are saving. Not unlike setting out on a road trip, you have to first determine where you are going before your set out.

Clearly if you don’t, you will never get there, because you don’t know where you are going. If driving around aimlessly until you run out of gas is your thing, have at it. The end result as we all know, is exactly that- you’ll run out of gas eventually and not get anywhere.

Is your road trip similar to your financial plan? Anything in life that you ascribe to achieving would usually be the result of a carefully crafted plan to completion. Financial planning is not much different than building a house for example: first comes the blueprints, materials list, finding the right contractors and people who are experienced in the field of expertise you need, etc.

Well, in financial planning the same is true. A financial roadmap needs to be drawn to ascertain your goals, and how to achieve them. Not unlike a road trip where detours are sometimes necessary, so are the changes in life- you have to go with the flow and adjust when necessary.

Find an advisor.

You’ve heard me advocate seeking out a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) for as many years as you’ve been reading my ramblings.

A CFP® is trained to deal with the complex-

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ities of the financial world, and completes 30 hours of continuing education every two years- or they lose their certification. Anyone can call themselves a financial planner, investment advisor, consultant or wizard… it’s the certification and continuing education that counts- to show that they have studied their craft and achieved certification of the expertise you so dearly need to help guide you.

To be sure, you need to be personally comfortable with your planner, but at least you’ll know they have the educational background you need to help you through. Don’t let your ego get in the way- you don’t fill your own cavities…you go to the dentist.

You don’t (or shouldn’t) do your own taxesyou go to your accountant. So what makes you qualified to manage your own money?

Open your statements. They’re not sent to you to accumulate to start the fireplace or make sure the shredder is working. They are an informant of your financial position and it is crucial that you both read and understand them. If you are confused…ask for help.

This is your money, your future- if you don’t pay attention to your financial standing, don’t blame anyone but yourself if you don’t achieve your goals. Economics are an ever-changing entity, and sometimes you have to adjust for them. Ask questions, and schedule reviews with your advisor. No questions are silly or stupid…only neglecting to ask them is.

So, set your goals, get into a regular savings plan, find the right advisor to walk along with you on your journey, keep up on what’s happening, and go for it! Rememberit’s your future…who’s got more stake in it than you?

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, we’ll hook you up…happy reading!

Neal A. Deutsch is a Certified Financial Planner TM & Registered Securities Principal, offering securities through First Allied Securities, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Neal is President of Chestnut Investment Group in Suffern, NY, helping people with financial planning since 1984. Please feel free to call Neal at 845.369.0016 or email him with your questions at neald@chestnutinvestment.com. Visit his website at www. chestnutinvestment.com

The wonderful, (w) refreshing world of white wine! How’s that for alliteration? How about Verdicchio, Vermentino, Verdelho, Verdejo, Verduzzo, Vernaccia, Viognier and our very own Vidal Blanc?? Why, it’s enough to make your head spin before you’ve even taken the tiniest sip! Now that we are finally in the midst of hot, summer days you need to find the right white to quench your wine thirst. Thankfully, there are many options available. Summer is the perfect time to grab a bottle of white, chill it down, and find some friends and a nice comfy spot to enjoy it all. Begin your search in the V section of your local wine store – just kidding.

There are many white wines that don’t begin with the letter V. You know, all the usual suspects like Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Pinot Grigio to name a few. But this summer do yourself a favor and try something out of your comfort zone.

Here’s a little info on a few of these wines.

Let’s start with Verdicchio. Verdicchio is most often found in the Marches region of Central Italy. Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi and Verdicchio de Matelica are both DOC’s. They are crisp, fresh and fruity and the quality has vastly improved over the past few years as modern wine making techniques are employed. Temperature controlled stainless-steel fermentation improves the liveliness and acidity in the wine. Though most are meant to be drunk young there are some even capable of aging. The proximity to the Adriatic Sea means there is always lots of fresh seafood ready to accompany this wine, the perfect match.

Vermentino is associated mainly with the island of Sardegna but it is widely cultivated on the northwest coast of Italy in Liguria.

Light and crisp a perfect match for the fish caught in the Ligurian Sea. Vernaccia is familiar to anyone who has traveled to that famous Tuscan hillside town San Gimignano, or San Jimmy for those unwilling to try the Italian pronunciation. Tourists seem to have unquenchable thirst for Vernaccia di San Gimmy, it’s a wonder there is any left for export!! It has been produced since the 13th century so clearly they have had many centuries to fine tune the product! In 1966 when Italy began their wine classification system, Vernaccia was the first to be awarded DOC status and in 1993 it was upgraded to DOCG. Switching countries, we now move to Spain, northwest of Madrid, where the Rueda wine region lies. This is Verdejo country.

It is almost exclusively a white wine region where Verdejo has been grown for centuries. Verdejo is a late bloomer and also late to ripen. Rueda has a continental climate meaning very cold winters and very hot summers with everything in between including hailstorms and late frosts. These vines struggle to survive but the resulting wine is often outstanding. You can expect a dry, light to medium-bodied wine with refreshing acidity. Flavors of stone fruits such as peaches and apricots predominate. Verdejo is a white wine with a finish that lingers. Enjoy the search for your new summer white!

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For the birds, life goes on

-June as I write this, and Momma bird is feeding the brood constantly now; back and forth back and forth, all day long, babies carrying on the minute they see or hear her, and she has got to be thinking “what was I thinking?!!” With a loud call she scolds them to be quiet when she leaves, and one just can’t shut up. So cute I can’t stand it.

Now my oxytocin is in full swing, a hormone we ladies make in response to cute little things, during labor and breast feeding, during orgasm, and chatting with the gals, as it promotes social relationships. (Some studies have found by the way, that it may be deficient in kids with Autism).

Men make it during sexual activity, which is why, since it’s a feel-good hormone, men don’t sit around yakkin’ with women, like the gals do, they’d rather, uh, lay around with them. Back to the birds. The male wren does help around the house, taking out the garbage, keepin’ an eye on the kids; it’s wonderful to watch. “Both male and female help build nest, with male usually starting base (and female rearranging it)”.

Sure, “you know, I like the look of that twig over there instead.” Momma bird wren cares for her young in one of the two bird houses we put out. We are entertained every morning, as we eat our oatmeal and little bowls of supplements, with all that activity.

Neighbor Tim is entertained by me carrying on like big bird. Can’t imagine why…

In spring everything on this planet becomes very busy making new. New nests, new plants for the house, making babies, banging, hammers and tools for instance, some of you got that, some didn’t, and we all flock to Home Depot like lemmings.

Why? Because we are no different than the birds and bees, and other mammal animals. Driven by hormones, if we’re lucky enough to have proper amounts of such, life goes on. What hormones you ask? Progesterone, estrogen, prolactin, oxytocin, and even cortisol, believe it or not.

Hormones that can keep mothers from throwing their own kids out of the nest.

You can get away with murder when you’re cute. We know that mothers make hormones to nurture and protect their young, but what about Dads? Well, here is some interesting news, Nana. Two studies at Memorial University and Queens University in Canada show Dads undergo hormonal changes too.

I happily quote, “ In the best fathers, it turns out, testosterone levels actually drop significantly after the birth of a child. If manhood includes fatherhood, which it does for a ma-

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jority of men, then testosterone is hardly the ultimate measure of masculinity.”

It goes on: “In fact, the second of the two studies, which was recently published in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings, suggests that fathers have higher levels of estrogen, the well-known female sex hormone - than other men!” Others had a rise in prolactin, a pro-lactation hormone.

Some even have pregnancy symptoms, like morning sickness, weight gain, and a desire to wear the ribbon hat at their baby shower. Ok, not the shower thing, but here’s what they did. Blood was drawn from men before and after in an experiment where they listened to a baby crying and watched videos of a newborn struggling to breast feed. In another they held dolls wrapped in receiving blankets worn by infants 24 hours before.” I personally wish I could have been there for that just to hear the conversations between the men. “does he sleep all night?” “he has your eyes I think”… Ok, so they go on: “What they found is startling: Men who expressed the greatest desire to comfort the crying baby had the highest prolactin levels and the greatest reduction in testosterone.

(Really?)

And testosterone levels plummeted in those men who held the doll for the full halfhour.” Some went shopping for shoes after.

Ok I made that up. (OMG I can’t stand it now.) In animal studies, compared to rat daddies, “In human fathers, prolactin levels rose by approximately 20 percent during the three weeks before their partners gave birth.” Ok, how did they get the rats to hold the dolls is what I want to know. ” The second hormone, cortisol, is well known as a stress hormone, but it is also a good indicator of a mother’s attachment to her baby.” This means that the stress hormone actually changes the way moms feel about their kids. Oh great. Don’t you dare relax Alice, or you’ll get nailed for neglecting your kid…

Back to the info: Testosterone levels in

men are highest when working, watching sports, or having sex, which does come in handy for the sex, with or without him or her. What it does suggest, is that both men and women are hard wired to nurture as needed, and become aggressive as needed.

The study suggests that men who need to be with their kids after divorcing their mothers really need to be with them, and nurture them, just as their mother does it would seem.

So the take home is that we all, men and women, make all the hormones, and to keep it all going, they need to be at normal levels, or we won’t make nests and feed our young. Whether it’s testosterone, estrogen (and there are more than one), progesterone or cortisol, even melatonin, these levels can be checked with a simple salivary hormone test or a blood test, but the saliva test may be best for some. Why, (my favorite word) you ask?

Some people may have an underlying hormone deficiency that may not show up in a blood test, which measures both the free and bound hormone. Patients can have low progesterone, the pro-gestation hormone, which can impact your ability to conceive, give them painful periods, Petunia, and make them cranky and depressed. Their libido may be on the floor, and not in a fun way, due to low testosterone or progesterone.

There are natural products that can help.

Some who self treat can run into trouble and may get scary, hairy results if not done right. Without healthy hormones, those little bird parents wouldn’t be working so hard to keep their chicks alive and well, and neither would we.

Back and forth and back and forth. Oy vey! If the above looks familiar it’s because this is a repeat article so Dr. Jo can finish some projects this summer. Great memory Mimi! Stay tuned for a new one in August, and have a wonderful summer with the birds and the bees; yes that’s healthy too!

Disclaimer The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any stopping any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem. :This information is not meant to treat prevent or cure disease.www.GoDrJo. com .845 358 2687 by appointment.

Blauvelt Free Library

ADULT PROGRAMS Million Dollar Quartet | Spots are still available for a coach bus trip to the Friday, August 5 performance at Westchester Broadway Dinner Theatre of the hit musical “Million Dollar Quartet”, which re-enacts the mythic day when Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash jammed in an impromptu recording session at Sun Records in 1956 | Presented by St. Catharine’s Parish and Friends of the Blauvelt Free Library | The bus loads at 5:15 pm for 5:30 departure to the 6:15 pm event. $105/person includes performance, transport, dinner and gratuities. For info, call Joe Onativia at 646648-0823 | Cash or check to Friends of Blauvelt Free Library, 541 Western Highway, Blauvelt, NY 10913. 845 359-2811.

Other Programs | A major renovation of Blauvelt Free Library is scheduled to begin in July.

For this reason, scheduling of adult programs will be limited until the effects of the construction procedures on meeting spaces, entrance, and egress can be evaluated. The changes are centered on installation of a passenger elevator to serve both floors and the lower level that houses the Community Room, along with necessary relocation of existing stairs. Administrative offices and a storage area will be added to an extension of the second floor over the lobby, and the porch area on the south face of the building will be enclosed to provide a quiet study area.

SELECTED YOUTH PROGRAMS July continues ongoing Blauvelt Library Summer Reading Clubs for ages 6 months to preschool, K- 5 and 6 – 12. The library participates in collaborative programs with the Mighty 5 Libraries of South Orangetown: Orangeburg, Palisades, Piermont and Tappan. Patrons are invited to stop into any of these locations to pick up a Mighty 5 Schedule of Programs that lists over 200 event. In addition, the group will hold a Field Day and a Trivia Night (see below).

There are too many events to list them all here; call Marybeth at 845 359-2811 or chech our website, blauveltfreelibrary.org.

StoryCraft | Every Wednesday + Thursday, 2 - 3 pm | Join Dolores and Fran for stories, puppets, songs, and a craft | Ages 2 ½ to 5, in the Children’s Room Moovie and Poopcorn | Friday, July 1, 3 pm: “Cars” (G) 116 min | A racy coupe finds friends he didn’t know he had | Ages 5 and up | Popcorn, too!

Mancala Game Craft | Tuesday, July 5, 3:30 pm | Make and decorate a Mancala game, and play | Ages 6 - 9 | Limit 15 | Call to register at 845 359-2811.

The Guide CheckMates Dungeons & Dragons with Alex | Thursday, July 7, 14, 21, 28, 4 – 5:30 pm | Choose a character, join a group and play | Grades 6 and up (Beginners welcome) | Must register: 845-359-2811 PJ Time with Marybeth | Thursday, July 7, 6 pm. Ages 3 - 6. Wear your PJ’s and bring a favorite stuffed toy for stories, and make a gift for Dad | Please register at 845 359-2811 Smoothies with Debbie | Thursday, July 7, 6:30 pm | Make a yummy summer fruit smoothie | Ages 9-13 | Limit12 | Call to register.

Legomania Lego Club | Friday, July 15, 4 - 5 pm | Bring your own Legos, or use ours | Any Lego donations are welcome | Ages 6 + up | Meets in the Children’s Room Color Run Art and Science Activity | Tuesday, July 19, 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Use crayons and a hair dryer for colorful effects | Ages 6 – 9 | Limit 15 | Call to register.

Mighty 5 Libraries Field Day | Thursday, July 21, 6 – 7:30 pm | Fun, games, relay races at Orangeburg Library Field, 20 S. Greenbush Rd. | Grades K-5 | Bring a brown bag dinner, drinks will be provided.

Chess Club | Monday, July 25 at 4:30 pm. Bring your brainpower! We’ll provide the chessboard and pieces | Ages 7 and up | Meets in the Children’s Room.

Mighty 5 Libraries 2nd Annual Teen/Tween Trivia Night | Thursday, July 28, 6:45 – 9 pm | Bring your friends for trivia, pizzas and prizes | Grades 6 – 12 | Call us to register your team.

Other programs: Travel Checkers Craft, Paws for Reading with Buster and Paco, Tie Dye with Arlene, Jewelry with Amy. Call for details

Finkelstein Library

Knitting & Crocheting Circle - If you like to knit or crochet with others, then the Knitting & Crocheting Circle is for you. This month the group will meet on Tuesdays - July 5, 12, 19, 26 from 1:00PM-3:00PM. Wednesday Movie Matinees – free admission. July 6 at 1:30pm – Crossing Delancey (1988). July 20 at 1:30pm – The Finest Hours (2016) The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease - Wednesday, July 13, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Registration begins June 13.

Presented by Jody Addeo, MPA, Community engagement manager for the Alzheimer’s Association in Rockland County. This program covers topics such as warning signs, differences

in dementias, how to get a proper diagnosis, stages of the disease, treatment options, research and services to help.

Music on a Sunday Afternoon - A Touch of Sinatra - free admission on Sunday, July 17 from 2:00PM-3:15PM. This musical show is about the life and music of Frank Sinatra, it is narrated by Joe Gilligan and Sinatra songs are performed by Donnie Fararro. You will be entertained with the story of the life of Frank Sinatra. The songs that made him one of the most renowned singers of the 20th century along with funny stories and jokes will provide a most entertaining experience. Doors to the Fielding Room open at 1:45 pm Save Energy Together - Free presentation on Thursday July 21 - 7:00PM-8:00PM. Registration begins June 20th. Save $700 or More Each Year on Home Energy Bills! 92% of New Yorkers Qualify for a FREE Comprehensive Home Energy Assessment and report through New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Learn About: • Low Cost Do It Yourself Energy Saving Tips • NYSERDA Discounts and Incentives for installing Energy Efficiency Measures • Low interest financing for 5, 10 and 15-year terms Presented by representative from RUPCO (Independent Contractor to NYSERDA) STOP AT THE RED APPLE: The Restaurant on Route 17 – free presentation on Wednesday, July 27, 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Registration begins June 27. Author Elaine Freed Lindenblatt will share the inside story, in words and photos, of her father’s 50-year eatery. Take an armchair ride back along Route 17, to learn what it was like to grow up in a round-the-clock family business that served over one million customers annually.

Jewelry Making Class on Thursday, July 28, 6:30 PM to 8:45 PM. Registration begins June 27. Working with glass beads in various colors and shapes, make a lovely yet simple bracelet using a cross-weave technique.

Learn to use beading wire, crimps and wire guards to attach a clasp — a technique you’ll want to use over and over in all your jewelry work. Materials fee: $10. (Cash only, payable to instructor Marianne Olbermann on the day of class.)

Music on a Sunday Evening – Memories of You - free admission on Sunday, July 31 from 6:30PM-8:00PM. An eight person band

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will be performing a selection of music representing the beginning of Rock and Roll. The 50’s and the 60’s. It will feature popular hits by famous groups of the era. Dion and the Belmonts, Johnny Maestro and the Crests, The Heartbeats, Earl Lewis and the Channels, The Drifters, The Chantels, The Five Satins, Jay and the Americans, The Harptones, The Teenagers, and more. Location: Outdoors on Library Grounds. (Seating Will Be Provided, you may bring a lawn chair). In case of inclement weather concert will be indoors in the Fielding Room (3rd Floor)

Haverstraw King’s Daughter’s Library

ATTENTION SENIOR ARTISTS - Spend the summer expressing your creativity, and show it off at our seventh annual Senior Art Show.

Adult artists aged 55 and over are invited to display one ready-to-hang painting, drawing or photograph in our art gallery during the month of October. There will be an artist reception in October to celebrate your work!

SUMMER FILM SERIES: BEST ELECTION DAY MOVIES. With Election Day nearly upon us, now is the time to come to the library and take a short break from present day political controversy. Enjoy some of the best election day-political movies made. Remember it is only fiction.

Monday, July 11 - DAVE. Starring Kevin Kline & Sigourney Weaver (110 min).

Monday. July 18 - MR SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON. Starring James Stewart & Jean Arthur. (130 min) Monday, July 25 - AMERICAN PRESIDENT. Starring Michael Douglas & Annette Bening.

(115 min).

Monday, August 1 - BULWORTH. Starring Warren Beatty and Halle Berry. (120 mins).

Monday, August 8 - ALL THE KING’S MEN. Starring Broderick Crawford and Joanne Dru. (110 mins) Monday, August 15 - IDES OF MARCH. Starring Ryan Gosling & George Clooney. (101 min).

Monday, August 22 - MAN OF THE YEAR. Robin Williams (115 mins).

Monday, August 29 - MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE. Starring Frank Sinatra and Janet Leigh.

(127 minutes All Movies will be shown AT 1:30PM Tuesday, July 12 EDIBLE LANDSCAPING. The possibilities are endless and oh, so inviting!

Edible Landscaping is a beautiful, sustainable and tasty alternative to traditional landscaping.

Many trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants with edible parts can serve the same function as ornamentals and can look just as good, This

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program will explore ways of adding fruit, vegetables and herbs to your existing beds, borders, and containers. Presented by Donna DeSousa, Master Gardener with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County. 7:00pm Monday July 18. HAVERSTRAW 400 PROGRAM: THE AND NOW THROUGH POSTCARDS. Come and celebrate HAVERSTRAW’S 400 years. A brief history of the town. See what Garnerville, Thiells, Mt. Ivy, Pomona, West Haverstraw, and the village looked like 100+ years ago and how they look today. 7:00pm Monday, July 25. CHORUS OF THE TAPPAN ZEE: BARBERSHOP HARMONY – ENJOY AND UNDERSTAND IT. This program will feature a wide variety of songs performed in the barbershop style, and also delve into the history and techniques of this unique American musical style. Founded over fifty years ago as Rockland’s chapter of the international Barbershop Harmony Society, Chorus of the Tappan Zee is a dedicated group of amateurs, who are renowned for the beauty of their choral sound and their joy to share their unique art form with audiences all over Rockland County. 7:00pm Tuesday, July 26. SUMMERTIME WITH MEMORY LANE. Jeff Scheer returns with his popular Memory Lane Program. Wear your wildest most colorful summertime shirt or dress and win a CD oldies compilation. Bringing back those summer memories and summer love with the video performances of: Summetime-Jamies, Eddie Cochran-Summertime Blues, The Things We Did Last Summer -Letterman, Drifters, Ruby and The Romantics, Danleers, Connie Francis, Bobby Rydell- WildWood Days, Sam Cooke, Nat King Cole, Carol King, Beachboys, Chicago, Mungo Jerry, Four Seasons, Videls, Love Letters In The Sand-Pat Boone. Paul Anka - Summer’s Over, War-Summer is Here, Seals and Croft, Songs: Here Comes Summer, See You in September, Please Write-Tokens, Summer’s Here, Hot Fun in the Summertime, Summer Breeze, Heat Wave, Summer In the City,, Earls-Remember When, Sealed With A Kiss, Itsy Bitsy Polka Dot Bikini, and Frank singing Summer Wind, Alan Sherman-Hello Muddah, Fleetwoods-Graduation, Flamingos-At The Prom. 7:00pm Saturday, July 30. SIX-HOUR DEFENSIVE DRIVING. Empire Safety Council class offered in one day. In-person registration is required.

A check or money order in the amount of $23 made payable to Ian Prastien is due at the time of registration. 10:15 – 4:45

New City Library

Warm Up America - Mondays, July 11 – Aug.

29, 10 AM. Crocheters and knitters will create items to be donated to county non-profit organizations. Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow crafters while helping those in need.

Writing Your Life - Tuesdays, 10 AM. July 12 – Aug. 2. Author Howard Whitehouse inspires you to put your experiences on paper and shares his expertise to help you complete your own memoir. Registration is required, starting June 30. Call 634-4997, ext. 139.

Beadweaving 102: The Next Level Wednesdays, July 13 & 20, 10 AM. In this twopart workshop, beaders at all skill levels will improve their techniques by learning patterns.

There will be a $15 materials fee. Registration is required, starting July 1. Call 634-4997, ext.

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Five Secrets of How to Meet Your Match Online - Thursday, July 14, 7 PM. Take part in an informal discussion and Q&A where you will get answers to your most pressing dating questions from Michelle Frankel, a certified matchmaker, dating coach and relationship expert.

Outdoor Concert: Campfire Songs & SingAlongs - Saturday, July 16, 2 PM. Lost Radio Rounders, upstate New York’s premiere acoustic Americana duo, perform familiar old favorites.

Introduction to Arduino & Programming Arduino Microcontrollers - Saturdays, July 23 & 30, 1 PM. Get started building and programming electronic circuits with lights, sensors, motors and more. Registration is required, beginning July 11. Call 634-4997, ext. 139.

Combo Yoga and Pilates - Thursdays, July 28, Aug. 4, 11, 11 AM. Nancy Doherty returns to lead classes on strength training, stretching and relaxation. Bring a yoga mat and small hand weights. Beginners welcome. Registration is required, starting July 14. Call 634-4997, ext. 139.

Nyack Library

Adult Programs - Please Register for ALL Adult Programs at (845)358-3370 ext. 214 Tuesday, July 12, 6:00 pm - Introduction to Painting with Acrylics. Have fun with a beginners simple approach to a successful acrylic painting. Learn a vocabulary of art, how to create form and balance, add lighting, blend colors, and more while you see your creation evolve. Marilyn Benkler is the Director of Art at a private prestigious high school in Teaneck, NJ, and is also a certified College Advanced Placement teacher. She is honored that her art -- including sculpture, writing and singing -- has won awards.

Tuesday, July 26, 6:30 pm - Woven Beaded

Jewelry 101. Participants will learn the basics of the “peyote stitch’, one of the most popular stitches in the bead-weaver’s repertoire, and leave with a lovely bracelet they’ve created.

There will be a choice of colors, so each beader can make it their own. Adults and teens are welcome. There is a $5 materials fee being collected at the door. Space is limited to 12.

Register at ext. 214 Sunday, July 17, 1:00-3:00 pm - Nyack Library MAKER SPACE EXPO. The Nyack Library is having a mini Maker Faire to introduce our plans to convert our Computer Classroom into a multi-purpose Classroom and Maker Space!

Come and check out our first 3D printer, 3D Doodler pens, Paper Circuits, Sewing Machines and more. We will have both demonstrations and hands-on activities for the whole family.

This is also a recruiting session for Community members who would like to help us pull this together.

Saturday, July 30, 2:00 pm - An Afternoon of Mezze-Vegetarian Cooking Demonstration. World traveler and home cook Nicki Zion demonstrates the vegetarian Middle Eastern party platter. Recipes and tasting include: Hummus, Babaganush, Matbucha, Tabouli & Tahini. $5.00 materials fee will be collected at the door.` Children’s Programs *Please Register for ALL Children’s Programs at (845)358-3370 ext.

228 Saturday, July 16 at 11:00 am - Athletes of the Animal Kingdom. For children ages 5 - 11 who are enrolled in the Children’s Summer Reading Program. Join us for an exciting and informative program by Animal Embassy. They will bring live animals who are examples of some of the best athletes in the animal world!

Thursday, July 21 at 2:30 pm (ages 5 - 8) and 4:30 pm (8 - 11) - Silly Olympix. Come have fun and test your agility and speed at a number of activity stations, in a friendly, non-competitive environment. For children ages 8 - 11 who are enrolled in the Children’s Summer Reading Program. Please make sure to sign-up for the correct age session.

Teen’s Programs *Please Register for ALL Teen’s Programs at (845)358-3370 ext. 236 Friday June 24 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm in the Meeting Room. Summer Reading Kickoff Program -Rolling video games. Come play PS4, Wii U, Xbox 360 and more!! We’re having a truck filled with video games outside the library for teens in grades 6-12 to play in. Sign up for Summer Reading required. Pizza will be provided.

Saturday June 25 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm in

the Meeting Room. SAT Practice Test (Official SAT Study Guide Practice Test #4). Complete and score a full-length practice SAT from the test maker. Sign up for Summer Reading required.

Mondays @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm in the Teen Room. 6/13, 6/27, 7/11, 7/25, 8/8, and 8/22.

HobbyTown USA Nanuet Presents Master Ben. Come learn how to play Magic the Gathering and other awesome board games. Sponsored by HobbyTown USA Nanuet Sign up for Summer Reading required.

Exhibits- July & August Camp Venture Artists - Central Staircase Gallery, Blue Gallery & Klay Gallery Exhibit Case

Orangeburg Library

Weaving Exhibit -- July 14 through August 18. Residents from the Rockland Living Museum Recovery Center, display their beautiful and creative weaving. Visit Top-of-the-Stairs Gallery at the Orangeburg Library, 20 S. Greenbush Rd., Orangeburg, NY. Exploration of Drawing-- Mondays, July 11, 18, 25 and August 1 at 4:30 to 6:00 pm. Artist Nancy Quaglia will teach drawing techniques using a variety of mediums. No experience necessary .

Chutney to Go -- Wednesday, July 13 at 4:30 to 6 pm. Add excitement to every day meals with a few tasty recipes. Local writer and home-cook Anupama Amaran will show you how in this hands-on demonstration. Call Orangeburg Library 845-359-2244 ext. 10.

Free Classical Music Concert -- Saturday, July 23 at 3 to 5 pm. Vadim Ghin and students perform “Masters and Miniatures” shorter compositions by composers such as Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven.

Family Board Game Night -- July 11 at 7 pm.

An evening of classic board games the whole family can enjoy. Call Orangeburg Library 845359-2244 ext. 10.

Tween/Teen Yoga. Tuesdays, July 5, 19, 26 at 2 pm. Instructor Joan Tarrant will share the practice of yoga to help guide you into a journey of self-exploration. Bring yoga mat and water.

Mad Science: Bubbling Potions -- Thursday, July 14 at 2 pm. Discover what those crazy chemists are really up to in their laboratories! Grades k to 5.

Fuel Up for Summer -- Tuesday, July 26 at 3 pm. Join Jenna Amos of ShopRite in Northvale and make some healthy smoothies. Grades K to 5.

Palisades Free Library

Adult Programs Adult Summer Reading – Friday, July 1 –

Wednesday, August 31. This summer, adults can get in on the game by participating in the Palisades Library Adult Summer Reading Book Bingo Challenge. Visit the Library’s Adult Programs web page for more information.

Monthly Meet-up of the Artist’s Way Workshop – Wednesday, July 6, 7:00pm. 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, synchronicity, 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). A continuation of The Artist’s Way Workshop. Newcomers welcome! RSVP on the Library’s Meetup page: meetup.com/palisadesfreelibrary/ 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.

Teen Programs Teen Summer Reading - Come to the Palisades Library for our Teen Summer Reading program! Registration is not required. Read and review books to earn points. At the end of the Summer redeem your points for prizes!

Visit the Library’s website for more information and to see the Teen events we’ve got scheduled for July!

Children’s Programs Children’s Summer Reading - Throughout the summer, the Palisades Library will host a series of programs for readers of all ages.

Come in and sign up, and receive your reading log and accu-cut to display in our children’s room.

Story Time: Ages 4-5 – Tuesdays at 10:45 am.

Join us every Tuesday for stories and a simple craft.

Toddler Story Time: Ages 3-4 - Tuesdays, July 12 & 26, 10:00 am. Join us for stories and music.

Library Sports Fun - Wednesday, July 6, 5:00 pm. Award winning books and fun sport games at the library. Program includes stories and games making. Children ages 5 and up.

Kid’s Yoga: Ages 3-5 - Wednesday, July 13, 4:30 pm. Yoga conducted by Mary Callan, a registered yoga teacher. Space is limited.

Kid’s Yoga: Ages 6-9 - Thursday, July 14, 4:30 pm. Yoga conducted by Mary Callan, a regis-

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tered yoga teacher. Space is limited.

Story Time with Megan & Maizie – Monday, July 18, 6:00 pm. Bring your favorite stuffed animal and listen to summertime stories with Megan and Maizie in the children’s room. Children in grades K-3.

What’s on the Menu? – Tuesday, July 19, 4:30 pm. Everything eats something. Explore how and what animals eat with Jan Berlin of the Everything Animals Resource & Activity Center.

Children ages 5 and up. 5 year-olds must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Spinning Inward I – Tuesday, July 26, 5:00 pm. Practice fun and easy ways to slow down and mentally revisit your favorite vacation or activities. Children in grades 1-4.

Puppet Party – Wednesday, July 27, 5:00 pm.

Get your show on! Create puppet characters and a small theater for a show. Bring a show box or cereal box with you. Children ages 5 and up.

Unless otherwise noted, registration for all programs is open in the library, by phone, or online.

Pearl River Library

The Learning Lab @ PRPL is now open!

Chromebooks and digital scanner available!

Summer classes for kids, teens and adults!

Teen Math Club meets Mondays, 5:006:00PM, July 11th, 18th, 25th, August 1st & 15th. STAC Math Professor Meghan DeWitt introduces a cool new math concept, then puts it to use with the teens in a real-world project to take home. Call to register; 845-735-4084.

Teen Tech Tutors - Mondays, 4:00-5:00PM, 7/11 & 7/25. 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 Reference Desk or call us at 735-4084, x115.

Teen Council Meets Wednesday, July 20th, 4:30pm. This is a chance for teens to meet over pizza and a movie, while brainstorming about the future of the library.

Pearl River Library Teen/Tween Chess Club meets on Wednesday, July 20th, 4:45pm.

Teen Writing Workshop Grades 8-12 Wednesdays, July 13th & 27th, 5:00-6:00pm.

This workshop is a supportive place where you will meet other teen writers and, together, set your creative ideas in motion. Sign up at the Reference Desk or call us at 735-4084, x115.

Teen/Tween Art Club with PRHS art teacher Lorna Carrol. This 6-session workshop series offers a variety of art projects for teens/tweens.

Meets Tuesdays 4-5PM July 12th. 19th & 26th.

Sign up at the Reference Desk or call us at 7354084, x115.

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On Display in July - Pearl River High School art teacher Lorna Carroll will display sample pieces from her “Summer Teen/Tween Art Workshops at the Library” series.

Penguin Rep Theatre

Barbra Streisand starts a concert tour this summer. Now fans and theatergoers can get their Barbra-fix when Penguin Rep Theatre presents Buyer & Cellar, Jonathan Tolin’s award-winning comedy in Stony Point starting July 1.

A play about the price of fame, the cost of things and the oddest of odd jobs, Buyer & Cellar is the (fictional) story of Alex More, an unemployed actor, and what happens when he goes to work in a shopping mall built in Ms. Streisand’s basement where Babs is the only buyer! (The part about the shopping mall at Ms. Streisand’s home in Malibu is true).

Winner of a Lucille Lortel Award during its Off Broadway run, Buyer & Cellar was called the “most talked-about comedy of the year” by The New York Times.

The production stars Parker Drown, winner of the Helen Hayes Award for lead actor for Rent, and is directed by Stephen Nachamie, who previously staged My Name is Asher Lev, Becoming Dr. Ruth and Rounding Third for Penguin Rep and is associate director of the Tony Award-nominated revival of She Loves Me. The limited engagement of Buyer & Cellar runs from Friday, July 1 through Sunday, July 24 at Penguin Rep’s Barn Theatre in historic Stony Point (Rockland County). Official opening is Sunday, July 3 at 2:00 p.m.

Performance days and times are: Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 p.m., with matinees on Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. There is also a special weekday matinee on Friday, July 1 at 2:00 p.m.

To order tickets or for further information, visit Penguin Rep’s website at www.penguinrep.org or call 845-786-2873.

Piermont Library

Adult Calendar Friday, July 1, 7:30 p.m. First Friday Film Series. Visit piermontlibrary.org for film info.

Thursday, July 7, 6:30 p.m. StressLess Summer: Stress management workshop presented

by Shari Bernstein-Meyer Registration is required. Call 359-4595.

Sunday, July 10, 2 – 4 p.m. Artist’s Reception for Portraits by Lauren Rudolph. For the month of July, the Piermont Library will exhibit the fresh and expressive portraits of Nyack artist, Lauren Rudolph.

Wednesday, July 20, 7 p.m. Book Discussion Group. A lively book discussion group meets the third Wednesday of every month in the library’s conference room. New members are always welcome. July’s book selection is: The Nest by Cynthia Sweeney Adult Summer Reading 2016 Exercise Your Mind: Read. Adults and 18 and older are invited to fill out a raffle entry for each book you read in July and August and enter for your chance to win. Weekly prizes will be distributed on Fridays, July 8 – August 26. Prizes include donations from Valentina Salon, Mani & Pedi, Betsy Franco Feeney Photography, and Gitana Rosa Gallery.

Children’s Calendar Toddler Story Time - Mondays beginning July 11, 10:15 and 11:15 a.m. (Limited to the first 15 children who arrive for each time slot.)

Board Game Night for Children and Adults - Thursday, July 7, 6:30 p.m. All are welcome to come in and play Monopoly, Life, Scrabble, Chutes & Ladders, and Trouble or bring in your favorite game to share. Call 359-4595 to register.

Summer Garden Market presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension. Monday, July 11, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Kindergarten to 3rd Grade.

Program includes an inventive game with healthy fruits/vegetables, a “visit” to a model farmers’ market with tastings of more unusual organic produce, “Stretching” into various garden-friendly poses, followed by the construction of recyclable newspaper seedling pots to take home. Call 359-4595 to register.

Family Bingo Night - Thursday, July 14, 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. Kids 5 and up with an adult. Come in for Bingo fun with snacks and prizes. Call 359-4595 to register.

Family Movie Night: Racing Stripes [PG] 84 mins. Friday, July 15, 7 p.m. Call 359-4595 to register.

Bilingual (Spanish-English) Story Time Saturdays July 16 – August 13, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Suitable for ages 3 and up Cuentos Bilingües (Español - Inglés) - Todos los Sábados comenzando el 16 de Julio hasta el 13 de Agosto desde las 10:30 hasta las 11:30 a.m. Es adecuado para niños de 3 años y adelante Monthly Music Together with Catherine Moon Rubin. Tuesday, July 19, 11:45 a.m. Music education for parents and young children.

Summer Reading Program: ON YOUR MARK, GET SET… READ! For ages 3 – 12.

Drop in on Mondays (excluding July 4) or Thursdays between 2 and 6 pm to record the number of pages you’ve read, talk about a book with Miss Nancy, do a craft if you wish, and receive

weekly prizes!

The Dennis P. McHugh Piermont Public Library will run a Bilingual (Spanish-English) Toddler Story Time at 10: 30 a.m. on Saturdays, July 16 – August 13 this summer. This program is best suited for toddlers age 3 and up. Library staff and volunteers believe this is an excellent opportunity for children from Spanish-speaking homes to be introduced to English, as well as for those from English-speaking homes to be introduced to Spanish. Children will enjoy stories, songs, and playtime in a relaxed, friendly, bilingual environment that promotes cooperation, early literacy, and of course, fun. No registration necessary. Just drop in and join us.

La biblioteca Dennis P. McHugh en Piermont presentará cuentos bilingües todos los sábados comenzando el 16 de julio hasta el 13 de agosto, desde las 10:30 hasta las 11:30 a.m. Este programa es adecuado para los niños desde los 3 años. Será una oportunidad excelente para que los niños aprendan otro idioma en un ambiente cómodo y divertido. Reúnase con nosotros para divertirse con cuentos, canciones y juegos.

Inscribirse no es necesario.

Rivertown film

Broadway at Depew, Nyack, NY All films presented digitally Information: 845.353.2568 or www.rivertownfilm.org. Tickets at the door, in advance from 800.838.3006 or online at www.rivertownfilm. org. Unless otherwise noted: $12 general admission, $9 for students, seniors and general Rivertown Film members, $8 for student and senior Rivertown Film members. Call for group tickets Friday, July 15 – Dusk, at Memorial Park in Nyack. Presented with Village of Nyack and Festoon. E. T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL - Directed by Steven Spielberg. With Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Peter Coyote. 1982, USA, 120 minutes, rated PG. Presented with Wright Bros. Real Estate, Village of Nyack and Festoon.

Admission is Free. The unforgettable epic of a young boy who befriends an extraterrestrial who is stranded on Earth. He and his siblings help it return home while trying to keep it hidden from their mother and the government.

Bring the family to see one of the best films ever made, under the stars.

Saturday, July 30 – 8:00 PM at Nyack Center SPECIAL EVENT. Pioneers of African American Cinema. HELL-BOUND TRAIN (1930, 60 min.).

HEAVEN-BOUND TRAVELER (1932, 15 min.)

VERDICT: NOT GUILTY (1933, 8 min.) Directed

by James Gist. Silent films with new scores written by Rockland musician Sam Waymon, who will be present for a post-screening dis-

cussion. Community Partner: African American Historical Society of Rockland County James and Eloyce Gist were evangelical Christians who made films by, for, and about the black community that explored themes of good and evil, morality, and Christian life. Hell-bound Train is a cautionary tale of intemperance, jazz, and bad decisions, set on a train filled with unrepentant sinners hurtling toward damnation, elements of which can only be described as surrealistic. This will be the very first public screenings of Heaven-Bound Traveler and Verdict: Not Guilty since they were restored by the Library of Congress.

Meet the composer: Rockland musician Sam Waymon will be present for a post-screening discussion.

Tappan Free Library

TUESDAY, JULY 5 - Gentle Yoga – Tuesday, July 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Mary Callan leads this gentle yoga class for all experience levels. Register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

SATURDAY, JULY 9 - Tappan Library Online – Saturday, July 9 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. There are many library resources available to you wherever you are. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

TUESDAY, JULY 12 - Gentle Yoga – Tuesday, July 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Tappan Library.

Mary Callan leads this gentle yoga class for all experience levels. Register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 13 - Basic Genealogy – Wednesday, July 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Want to get into genealogy? Tom Riley will help you get started. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

SATURDAY, JULY 16 - Ornamental Grasses – Saturday, July 16 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Find out what ornamental grasses grow and thrive in Rockland County. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

TUESDAY, JULY 19 - Gentle Yoga – Tuesday, July 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Tappan Library.

Mary Callan leads this gentle yoga class for all experience levels. Register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20 - Cookbook Club Discussion: Simply Nigella – Wednesday, July 20 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Join the Cookbook Club to discuss Simply Nigella by Nigella Lawson. 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.

TUESDAY, JULY 26 - Movie: The Big Sleep (NR) – Tuesday, July 26 at 1:00 p.m. at the Tap-

pan Library. Humphrey Bogart is hired to protect Lauren Bacall’s younger sister. 114 min. Please pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

TUESDAY, JULY 26 - Gentle Yoga – Tuesday, July 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Tappan Library.

Mary Callan leads this gentle yoga class for all experience levels. Register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27 - Internet Self-Defense Part 1 – Wednesday, July 27 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. Learn how to protect your computer at home, and the importance (and nuisance) of strong passwords. Pre-register online at www.taplib.org or call 359-3877 for info.

THURSDAY, JULY 28 - Mystery Book vs. Movie Book Club: Gone Girl – Thursday, July 28 at 2:00 p.m. at the Tappan Library. When Amy Dunne disappears, suspicion immediately falls on her husband, Nick. We’ll watch the movie Sat. Aug. 6. Pre-register online at www.taplib. org or call 359-3877 for info.

Valley Cottage Library

In Our Gallery July 2 - 27: The Realist Artwork of David Jermann. No reception.

Wednesday Matinee Movies at 2pm: July 6: Labyrinth of Lies. July 13: Concussion. July 20: Burnt. July 27: The Martian Open Mah Jongg Play - Mondays starting June 20 from 2-4:30pm. Mah-jongg lovers, come join your fellow mahjong enthusiasts for a fun afternoon of mah-jongg play. No registration is required, just bring your own game equipment.No instruction is provided. Open to beginners and experts. All are welcome to attend.

Poetry in the Summer - Tuesday, July 5 from 6:30-8:30pm. Join us for our annual event as Ramapough Poets and friends collaborate to perform the words and music of poetry, followed by an open reading. Community participation is welcome!

Valley Cottage Writes: Wednesday, July 6 at 7pm. Join our librarian, Sean, for an informal monthly discussion about writing, featuring writing prompts and exercises to beat the block. Participants will actively engage with written word to garner a deeper appreciation for the writing process and its output.

Rockin’ Down Memory Lane with DJ Jeff Sherer. Tuesday, July 12 at 6:30-8pm. Bring back those summer memories and summer love with the video performance of popular music greats from the past decades! DJ Jeff will entertain you with music and videos of greats

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like The Lettermen, The Drifters, Ruby and The Romantics, Danleers, Connie Francis, Bobby Rydell, Sam Cooke, Nat King Cole, Carol King, The Beachboys, Chicago, Four Seasons, The Videls, Pat Boone, Paul Anka and more. Dancing in the aisles is encouraged!

Beaded Jewelry Workshop - Tuesday, July 19 at 6:30-8:30pm. The leather wrap bracelet, with Czech glass beads, that you’ll be making is a beginner project, suitable for adults as well as teens. Designer Amy Kanarek will have numerous color choices on hand so that you can personalize your designs. Cost: $10 for materials - must be prepaid by 7/12. Please register.

Librarian-Led Daytime Discussion: Tuesday, July 12 at 2pm. Infinite Home by Kathleen Alcott The Book and Pub Club: Tuesday, July 12 at 7pm - The Incarnations by Susan Barker. Meet at: O’Malley’s 108 Main St. Nyack Scholar-led Discussion: Thursday, July 21 at 7pm - Reading Shakespeare: MacBeth. Discussion led by Dr. David Turk.

See the Movie: Thursday, July 14 at 6:30pm: MacBeth starring Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard Cookbook Club Part Book Club, Part Potluck!: Thursday, July 28 at 7pm - Vegetable Literacy

by Deborah Madison. Please register in person at the Information Desk to pick out a recipe.

Get Graphic! on Wednesday, July 13 at 7pm Understanding Comics by Scott McCloud Join librarians Sean and Katie for a graphic novel book discussion.

Technology Training - Want to learn how to use your computer or digital device? Our librarians can help Nyack School District residents learn a variety of technological skills including beginner computer orientation, e-readers and e-books, email, Facebook, Goodreads, digital magazines and more. Call us to set up a oneon-one appointment.

Holiday Craft Fair - Artisans Wanted! Saturday, Dec. 3 from 10am - 4:30pm. Valley Cottage Library is hosting its 2nd annual craft show. We are looking for artisans who are proficient in their craft. This is a juried show. If you are interested in selling your craft, please send 10 photos of your work to jmcnally@rcls.org with your contact information. If you are accepted we will contact you. Cost for a space is $25 FOR TEENS Intro to Tae Kwon Do for Teens Wednesdays, July 6 & 13 @ 7 – 8pm. Join Master Portante of East Coast Martial Arts for this two-part introduction. Learn the proper technique for beginning punching and kicking, and improve balance, coordination and self-confidence.

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course. In order to attend the second session, you must attend the first.* Teen Yoga Mondays: July 11, 18 & 25 @ 7-8pm.

Get out of your mind and into your life! Valerie Vendrame will introduce you to all the yoga essentials on Mondays in July, done TEEN style.

Aside from the benefits of stretching, strengthening and balancing muscles, this session will provide teens with healthy coping strategies to help deal with unique stressors - insecurity about changing bodies, the enormous pressure to fit in, hectic schedules, challenging thoughts and emotions. All in a safe, supportive environment that will keep you smiling and having fun!

Cosplay Design Workshop for Teens Saturday, July 9 @ 11am. Just in time for ValCon 2.0!

Bring in your costumes or character art sketches to share ideas and techniques for making your cosplay costume awesome! Show off your creation or get help with illustrations, design and construction. Designer, Kathryn Hunt, will provide figure templates and sketching supplies, and basic sewing supplies.

ValCon 2.0! 7.16.16 @ 10am-4pm. Join us for the 2nd annual ValCon Library Convention! comics • manga • anime • sword fighting demonstration • cosplay contest • artists • vendors • and more! Special Guests include: Denny O’Neil, Misako Rocks, Michelle Knotz, Samurai Sword Soul, the 501st Legion, and more! All programs are subject to change without prior notice.

and games with your baby.

Toddler Musical Fun - Ages 15 to 29 MonthsWednesdays, July 13, 20, 27 and August 3 at 10:30AM Lunch Bunch Storytime in the Park - Preschool Age- Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 1 PM. Bring the whole family and picnic lunch for stories, games and lots of fun at the Germonds Park gazebo.

On Your Mark-Get Set- Go with the Clarkstown Track Team- For grades Kg and Up- Tuesday, July 5 at 7PM Discover the secrets of becoming a track star with the Clarkstown South Track Team.

The Head -to Toe Movement Show - Preschool to Grade 3- Tuesday, July 12 at 7 PM Run, Read and Rock with Turtle Dance Music’s exciting music and movement program.

Learn Balloon Animals - Grade 3 and Up with Parent- Tuesday, July 19 at 4:30 PM. You’ve seen Kurt’s balloon creatures in the Children’s Room. This is your chance to learn from the master!

Danna Banana Goofball Show - Pre-K to Grade 3- Tuesday, July 19 at 7 PM. Catch the beat with this interactive funny rhythm and melody show.

Animals On Your Mark...Family Program- Tuesday, July 26 at 7PM. Jan Berlin brings some surprise animals to see and touch.

TEEN PROGRAMS Don’t Stop the Hip- Hop - Thursdays, July 7, 14 and 21 at 7 PM. Join us for 3 weeks of fun, fitness and dancing!

Food Fitness - Smoothies- Monday, June 11 at 6:30 PM. Taste these wonderful creations!

Miniature Zen Garden - Monday, July 25 at 7PM. Create a relaxing miniature Japanese rock garden for yourself.

West Nyack Free Library

Easy Breezy Summer Reading Club -July 1 to August 12. Read your way to fun and prizes. Adults 18 and up can register anytime starting July1 at the library or online on our website.Something New- Local Authors of Rockland- Wednesday, July 6 at 7PM. Join us for an interesting evening as three local authors will discuss and read from their books.

The 50 Best Paintings in NYC - Wednesday, July 13 at 7 PM. Virtual tour of the paintings with art historian Suzanne Altman.

Marc Black Presents: History of the 1950’s and 60’s through Popular Song- Wednesday, July 20 at 7 PM. Sway to the beat!

Rent-a-Librarian - Wednesday, July 20, 27 and August 10 from 7 PM to 9 PM. Learn computer basics, Internet basics and how to use email, e-reader or Overdrive help, Microsoft Office and more on a first come first served basis.

Overview of the Zika Virus - Tuesday, July 26 at 2 PM. Learn ways of preventing mosquito breeding and bites with Public Health Educator Ronda Rosman from the Rockland County Department of Health.

Travel to Cuba - Wednesday, July 27 at 7 PM Learn the various ways to get to Cuba and what you will experience there with Rick Feingold.

CHILDREN’S Programs Go Babies - Ages 3 to 14 months- Tuesdays, July 5, 12, 19 and 26 at 11AM. Enjoy rhymes, songs, stories

Other Events

July Computer Classes for Seniors - Sign Up Now Available. Classes are 2 hours, once a week for 6 weeks at a cost of $60 for the course. More advanced classes are 4 weeks at a cost of $40. They teach Introduction to Computers, Word Processing, Excel, Internet and E-Mail, Photo Editing using Picasa, Genealogy - Tracing your Ancestors, and Using Windows 10.

More advanced classes will be given if requested.

They also teach one-time only 2-hour classes on Computer Maintenance, How to make full use of your Cell Phone, How to use Kindle, and How to use your iPad and iPhone. These classes cost $20.00 each.

Classes are small - only 8 students per class, with 1 instructor and 2 coaches.

Open Houses are the first Thursday of each month, 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Also, they will answer computer questions and fix laptops and PCs. For more information, call Eileen Herkes, Director of Education, Meals on Wheels. at 845-623-5467 or 845-356-4198.

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.

Nyack Sushi - 18 S. Franklin Street, Nyack.

348-1689.

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 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 Appraisals

GHV Appraisals, Inc. Office: (845) 267 - 0834 / (646) 235 - 0600.

Assisted/Senior Living

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

Esplanade at Chestnut Ridge - 168 Red Schoolhouse Road, Chestnut Ridge. 620-0606.

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

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 - 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. 624-0100.

Automobiles & Motorbikes

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

Castrol Premium Lube - 31 Rte 59, Nyack.

845-348-7095.

Cefola’s Clarkstown Auto Lube - 143 Rte 303, Valley Cottage. 845 268 3138.

Clarkstown International Collision - 95 Route 304, Nanuet. 845 627 3100.

FZ Perfection Auto Body & Collision - 191 N. Route 9W, Congers. 845-268-1790.

Kevin’s Ace Repairs - 52 Main Street, Nyack.

358-4975.

Luke’s Auto Body - 22 Maple Ave., Haverstraw. 845-429-2002.

Antiques/Collectibles

Colin Holmes - Home, Garden & Gifts - 13 South Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-2565

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.

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Beauty

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

727-7000.

European Wax Center - 5105 Fashion Drive, Nanuet. 845-623-6000.

Innovative Esthetics - 274 N. Middletown Rd, Pearl River. 845-735-2610.

Lief Beauty Boutique - 85 S. Broadway, Suite 7, Nyack. 845-641-9540.

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

Bed & Breakfast

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

Brides

A Personal Touch - 40 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River. 845.735.4200.

Bridal Accents - 87 Maple Avenue, New City. 638-3956.

Bicycles

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

Camps /Day Camps

Circus Arts Summer Camp - Grace Church, 130 First Av, Nyack. 845-348-8740.

HFK Family Park - HKCFamilypark.org. Cheryl@camphkc.org. 845 735 2718.

Rockland Summer Rock Band Camp - 3034 New Street, Nyack. 845-709-5930.

Cards & Gifts

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

Carpet/Flooring

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

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 Broadway, Nyack. 358-5518.

Temple Beth Torah - 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.

Gena Lisa Lingerie, 17 North Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-4400.

Maria Luisa - 77 South Broadway, Nyack. 3534122. Women’s clothing and accessories.

ML Gifts Accessories - 75 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-1293.

Computer

EagleTech - 62 S. Main Street, Pearl River.

845-735-1381.

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 - 845-3655242.

Comito Construction - 845-268-0847.

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

Frank Fuchs Construction - 845-893-5448.

Glen Eagle Homes - 914 262 1402.

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.

Peluso Construction - 845-638-6210. www. pelusoinc.com.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Rockland Ear, Nose & Throat Assoc. - 2 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. (845) 727-1340.

Rockland Pulmonary - 2 Crosfield Ave., Suite 318, West Nyack. 689-9141.

Skin Center Dermatology Group - 200 East Eckerson Road, New City. (845) 352-0500.

Dr. Howard Werfel - 1-855-KILLFAT - www.855killfat.com.

Electrical Contracting

De Leonardis Electrical - 947-1572.

Hush Electrical Contracting - 845-942-4874; 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

New City Florist, 375 South Main Street, New City. 845-512-305earl River. 845-7354079, 845-356-0112..

Schweizer/Dykstra Beautiful Flowers 165 North Middletown Road, P Tappan Zee Florist – 176 Main Street, Nyack. 358- 2544.

Van Houten Farms - 60 Sickletown Road, Pearl River.

Funeral Homes

A.E. Brown Funeral Directors - 201 N. Route 9W, Congers. 845-425-1911 or 845589-0997.

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

T.J. McGowan Sons Funeral Home - 71 N. Central Highway, Garnerville. 845-4296665.

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

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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.

Halo Hair & Color Group - 4 North Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-4802.

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.

Hearing

Hearing Solutions - 219 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 623-5020.

Hudson Valley Audiology Center - 500 New Hempstead Road, New City. (845) 406-9993.

Health Care

A&T HEALTHCARE - 845-638-4342.

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

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.

Inspire Pilates & Fitness - 135 Erie Street, Blauvelt. 845-848-2380.

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.

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

Nyack Integrated Health Services - 42 Main St., Suite 203, Nyack. 845-353-3267.

Nyack YMCA - 35 South Broadway. 3580245.

Pilates Central - 120 Fifth Avenue, Nyack.

845-358-1166. www.pilatescentralnyack.com.

Premier Fitness - 430 Nanuet Mall South, Nanuet. 920-0501.

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.

Stay Fit Seniors - 285 North Route 303, Congers. 1507 Route 202, Pomona. Congers - 845268-5122. Pomona - 845 354-7921.

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

Home Improvement

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.

Home and Furniture

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

Custom Shelving Solutions - 174 Quaspeck Blvd., Valley Cottage. 845-267-8961.

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

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

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

Home Inspections

Home Inspection Services - (845) 8214063. www.abetheinspector.com.

Hotels

West Gate Inn Nyack - 26 Route 59, Nyack.

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

Time Nyack Hotel - - 400 High Avenue,

Nyack. 845-675-8700.

Insurance

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

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

Bauer-Crowley - 643 Main Street, Sparkill.

359-4114.

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

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

Jeff Napel - GE Financial, LTC. 638-3741. www. ltcpro1.com.

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.

Investment Broker

J. Christopher Haera - Wells Fargo, 17 Squadron Boulevard, New City. 639-7238.

Joseph Daniel Sassano - 6 North Lawn Avenue, Elmsford. (914) 202 3317.

Jewelry & Accessories

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

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

Original Designs - 187 S. Main Street, New City. 634-1335.

Saundra Messinger - 38 High Avenue, Nyack. 845-512-8862. customerservice@saundramessinger.com.

The Jewelry Gallery - 32 South Liberty Drive (Rte 9W), Stony Point. 429-2613.

Kitchens

EZ Kitchen & Bath - 301 W. Route 59, Nanuet.

845-501-7123.

Rockland Kitchens - 55 West Railroad Ave., Garnerville. 845-429-6700.

Designer Kitchens by Schneider - 34-F West Washington Ave., Pearl River. 845-735-4040.

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 - 845-6273880.

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

Nyack. 358-0688.

Limousine Service

Photography

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

Liquor/Wine/Beer Stores

Hilltop Wines & Liquors - 368 New Hempstead Rd., New City. 845 638 2257.

Nyack Wine Cellar – 43 South Broadway, Nyack.. 353-3146. Nyack’s wine-only store, specializing in affordable wines, all personally selected. Come taste some of our wines on Fridays and Saturdays. Discounts on six or more bottles.

Medical Services

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

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

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

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

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

Mortgages

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

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

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

Physical Therapy

Access Physical Therapy & Wellness 200 E. Eckerson, Suite 290, New City. 845-5789898.

Advanced Physical Therapy - 36 College Avenue, Nanuet. (845) 627-8220.

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

Picture Frame Shop

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

Plastic Surgery

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

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

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

Plumbing & Heating

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

Grande Central Showroom - 575 Chestnut Ridge Road, Spring Valley. 845 573 0080.

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

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

Music Lessons

Psychotherapist

Moving Companies

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

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

Hudson Valley Psychotherapy - 99 Main Street, Nyack. 845 500 8675.

Steven Lee, PhD / Licensed Psychologist/ Adults, Adolescents & Children/ Psychodynamic Mediation: Couples, Families /Nyack/ 914582-6725

Pet Care

Real Estate

Networking

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,

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.

Donna Cox - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty,, 20 South Main Street, New City. 770-

1204.

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

Michel Henry - 845 381 2555.

The Henry Apartments - 103 Hillside Terrace, Pomona. 844 656 5433.

Ellis Sotheby International Realty Team 845-353-4250.

Ewa Front - Cell 845 274 4474.

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

Lydecker Realty - The Corner of Main and Franklin, Nyack. 358-3700.

Mary Lukens - William Raveis Baer McIntosh.

914 629 8581.

John Lynch - Keller Williams - 845-639-0300.

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

Robin A. Miller - 845 596 0495.

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

R2M Realty - 86 Main St., Nyack. 845-3590489.

Rand Commercial Services - 268 S. Main St., Suite B, New City. 845 770 1280.

Better Homes & Gardens/ Rand Realty – 46 South Broadway, Nyack. 358-7171.

Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty - 19 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. 735-3020.

Karen Steffanato - Keller Williams. Cell: 914263-1258.

Cody VanCampen - Lydecker Realty. Cell: 845 558 5864.

Madeline Wiebicke - Cell: 641-4333.

Walnut Hill Apartments - 845-429-3033.

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.

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. 627-

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0300.

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

Bob’s Art & Framing - 191 S. Main St., New City. 845-634-6933.

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.

Squash Blossom - 49 Burd Street, Nyack.

353-0550. Authentic American Indian jewelry.

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.

Double Take Promotions & Printing - 845 598 3175. www.doubletakepp.com

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

Grandview Physicians Billing Service 845-358 1946.

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.

Marilyn Benkler - 845-634-2261.

Jo Machinist - Architect - 212-355-3046.

MedWise Insurance Advocacy - 845-2382532 Mosquito Squad - 845 215 9248. Cell # 845 405 3344.

New York Event Sounds - 914-419-3293, 914-353-3046.

New York Fire Water Mold - 914-365-0283. nyfirewatermold.com.

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.

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.

Special Organizations

Veterinarians

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

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

Saint Dominic’s Home - 500 Western Highway,Blauvelt. 359-3400.

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

Tax & Accounting

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

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Theaters

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

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

Thrift Shops

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.

Go Away Travel - 353-3447.

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. 845634-4626.

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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