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Hollywood on the Hudson Filming in Rockland County

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler filming at the Harbors of Haverstraw.

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CALL ME CRAZY - Columnist Phil Bunton explains the difference between a fashionista and a fashiondisasta. Guess which one he is?

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YOU’LL NEVER KNOW WHERE... you’ll find Rivertown. From Loch Lomond to Stony Point. And all over the world. From Rome to the Rocking Horse Ranch.

MEDITERRANEAN MARVEL - You’ll love 8 North Broadway in Nyack, where the food is locally produced, but has a Mediterranean flavor.

SCHOOLS CHIEF - Anne Byrne, of Nanuet School Board, was honored at a gala celebrating her appointment as president of the National School Board Association.

TICKED OFF? Bob DeStaso Landscaping has a wonderful organic spray to banish mosquitoes and ticks.

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Continued on next page Our cover photo was taken at the Harbors of Haverstraw by Murray Phillips

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BRAZILIAN BLEND - Bon Giovanni restaurant serves up a tasty blend of the best of Brazil and Italy.

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HOLLYWOOD IN ROCKLAND - Big movies are being filmed in Rockland County. SHEAR PERFECTION - Shear Magique is a hair salon with all the comforts.

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FIREWORKS ON THE HUDSON - A quick look at the fabulous display on the Hudson at Haverstraw.

CLASSICAL GAS - Some great vintage autos show up every Wednesday at Bear Mountain Park.

PARTY TIME - Rivertown Exchange had a wonderful riverfront party at the Hudson Water Club in West Haverstraw.

SUMMER COOKING - Our Mary Callan has some tasty and healthy dishes just for you.

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Beauty and the Beast: My wife always looks marvelous. OK, I’m her husband, so you might expect me to say that. But really. Total strangers come up to her in the mall, the movie theater, even the ladies’ washroom and say things like: “Oh, those sandals are adorable. Where did you get them?” “Who does your hair – I just love what you’ve done with those pigtails?” “Those boots are outrageous.” “Your skin looks fabulous.” And on they go. Candice always patiently answers their questions. And me? I stand there and one thought keeps running through my mind. How come no one ever – not ever – has ever stopped me in the street and said: “Where did you get that screaming pink shirt with the beer bottles all over it?” Or “Where did you get those disgusting brown loafers?” And certainly nobody ever says: “Who does your hair?” Possibly it’s because on a windy day my hair looks like an explosion in a wig factory. The truth is – as regular readers will already know – my wife Candice is a fashionista. Me? I’m a fashiondisasta. Candice is slowly trying to change things, but it’s an uphill battle. Car Confusion: I’ve just gotten a new car and I’m more excited than when I was

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Phil Bunton picks up his new Cadillac SRX from Jim Hobbs at Grand Prize Cadillac in Nanuet. Where did I get that shirt?

on my first date with my high school sweetie Sabrina Szumski. That love affair only lasted one date – and died because I didn’t have a car. She didn’t like taking the beat-up Glasgow tram to the movies. But now I’m the proud new owner of a big Cadillac crossover with a million bells and whistles. My problem is that I’ve already had it for a month and I still haven’t finished the manual – which is twice as long as War and Peace, and has even more names in it that I don’t understand. Rockland Community College should have a course on How to Read Your Car’s Manual. It’s way, way too complicated. There’s a smiley face on the steering wheel that’s supposed to mean something. But I haven’t a clue. The first car I ever had was simple. I never saw the manual. But all I had to do was crank it and drive. There was no air conditioning. There was no digital display. No radio either. It didn’t last long, I must admit. After a series of accidents, it drove off into a ditch and never came out again. My Caddy on the other hand will even call for help if you drive into a ditch. And they’ll have help on the way before you can even work out how to open the door.

Phil Bunton

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TZ High School kids win top awards Tappan Zee High School art students won 4 awards, including first place, in the 11th Annual Center for Safety and Change Ending Violence Against Women & Girls Art Poster Competition. First place went to Juliet Craig (above), for her design titled “The Empty Girl,” for which she received a $500 award. Additionally, three TZHS students received an Honorable Mention, with each receiving a onehundred dollar award. These honors were won by Sara Rose VandenOever for “Not All Abuse is Physical,” Charlsey Tomassetti for “Looking at a Crowd,” and Anastasios Mouzakis for “Don’t Blame Her, She Didn’t Do It.”

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The Genealogical Society of Rockland County will be having a New Members’ Drawing for a $50.00 gift certificate. All those who join between now and November 15th, 2014 will be eligible. The drawing will take place at the Holiday Party on November 24th at 7 pm in the New City Library. Membership is from $15 to $20 annually and entitles you to many benefits. Genealogy doesn't require a lot of expensive equipment, just a notebook, a few pencils and an inquisitive mind and a willingness to ask questions and dig for facts. Digging for lost ancestors takes you to strange places and in the course of your excavations you learn about history, geography, psychology, and law. It is not the study of dry bones. You will become fascinated by the times in which your ancestors lived. That talent you possess may have been handed down to you by your ancestors. To become a member and enter the Contest for a $50 gift certificate please email Gail Nardozzi at minekcir@aol.com.

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Dr. Michael Cocilovo and Dr. Gil Rodriguez of New City Chiropractic Center and the New City Gladiators raised nearly $4,000 for The Wounded Warrior Project thanks to the efforts of the doctors, patients and friends. A total of 21 individuals participated in two different events to raise money for the organization. One team of 17 men, women and teens participated in the “The Color Run” at CitiField billed by the founders as the ‘Happiest 5k on the Planet’ while a team of four individuals participated in the grueling Spartan Sprint in Tuxedo Park. “By having two teams and adding The Color Run we were able to include more people and make it a more enjoyable challenge for everyone,” stated Dr. Cocilovo. This was the second year that the group created a team to raise money for a good cause.

Rivertown Vol. 15, Issue 8 Rivertown magazine is published monthly by Nyack Rivertown LLC. It is distributed free throughout the Nyacks, Grand View, Piermont, throughout Rockland County, the Hudson Valley and New Jersey. Subscriptions are available for $29.50 a year. Send check or money order to: Rivertown, 5 Edge Water Lane, Haverstraw, NY 10927. Editor & Publisher: Phil Bunton Advertising Executives: Diana McIntyre, Abbie Huff. Reporters: Tom Riley, Murray Phillips, Gary Graham. Graphics: Arlene Levine-Roufa Contributing Photographers: Arnold Roufa, Daniel Spitzer. Columnists: Candice Boyle, Neal Deutsch, Dr. Joanne Gjelsten; Joe Lux; Frank Mancione; Nyack Wine Cellar Assistant to the Publisher: Barbara Sevier. Co-Founder: Shirley Bunton

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History on the Hudson If you are one of the hundreds who spotted this World War II warship sailing up the Hudson last month, here’s some information on this historic boat. The USS Slater is the last of its kind afloat in the US and is a floating museum April through November. It was sailing from Staten island where it got a spruced-up dazzle camouflage scheme. Now it’s back home in Albany. Photo: Murray Phillips

High School students get unique chance to help others Rockland County high school students are once again being offered a unique opportunity to complete community service credits, train as activists for social change and earn money in the Center for Safety & Change’s Student Activists Ending Dating Abuse (SAEDA) summer 2014 training. The training is scheduled to take place August 18th through the 21st from 9am to 4pm at the Palisades Center Mall. All Rockland students entering grades 9 through 12 are encouraged to apply early as space is limited. All participants who complete the training are eligible for a stipend. According to the Centers for Disease Control, about 1 in 5 women and nearly 1 in 7 men who ever experience rape, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner, first

experienced some form of partner violence between 11 and 17 years of age. The SAEDA program provides students with the opportunity to discuss and explore issues of dating abuse and what a healthy relationship looks like. Students who successfully complete the entire training become members of SAEDA and can remain active as co-presenters and help their peers by being resources of assistance, information and referrals. SAEDA students also strategize as a group on how they can contribute to positive social change in their communities. Students who would like to apply to the program or receive more information should contact Laura Plotkin at (845) 6343391 ext. 3042 or lplotkin@centersc.org. Center for Safety & Change is located at 9 Johnsons Lane, New City, NY. The Center’s 24-hour hotline number is 845634-3344.

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Start planning now for New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tax return This year's tax deadline may have come and gone, but it's never too early to start planning for next year or to think about setting up a smart recordkeeping system. With that in mind, here are seven things you can do now to make next April 15 easier. 1. Adjust your withholding. Why wait another year for a big refund? Now is as good a time as any to review your withholding and make adjustments for next year, especially if you'd prefer more money in each paycheck this year. If you owed money at tax time, perhaps you'd like next year's tax payment to be smaller. You may also want to consider changing the amount that you contribute to your retirement account from each paycheck. 2. Take action when life events occur. Life events include the birth of a child, a change in marital status or buying a home, and can affect the amount of taxes you owe. When such events occur during the year, you may need to change the amount of tax taken out of your pay by filing a new Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate, with your employer. If you receive advance payments of the premium tax credit it is important that you report changes in circumstances, such as changes in your income or family size, to your Health Insurance Marketplace. 3. Store your return in a safe place. Put your 2013 tax return and supporting documents somewhere secure so you'll

You and Your Taxes By Joseph A. Lux, CPA, PLLC know exactly where to find them if you receive an IRS notice and need to refer to your return. Or, if you need a copy of your return when you apply for a home loan or financial aid. If it is easy to find, you can also use it as a helpful guide for next year's tax return. 4. Organize your record-keeping. Establish a central location where everyone in your household can put taxrelated records all year long. Anything from a shoe box to a digital file cabinet works. Just be consistent to avoid a scramble for misplaced mileage logs or charity receipts come tax time. 5. Review your paycheck. Make sure your employer is properly withholding and reporting retirement account contributions, health insurance payments, charitable payroll deductions and other items. These payroll adjustments can make a big difference on your bottom line. Fixing an error in your paycheck now gets you back on

track before it becomes a huge hassle. 6. Consult a tax professional early. If you are planning to use a tax professional to help you strategize, plan and make financial decisions throughout the year, then contact him now. You'll have more time when you're not up against a deadline or anxious for a refund. 7. Prepare to itemize deductions. If your expenses typically fall just below the amount to make itemizing advantageous, a bit of planning to bundle deductions into 2014 may pay off. An early or extra mortgage payment, predeadline property tax payments, planned donations or strategically paid medical bills could equal some tax savings. Contact your CPA if you need help with tax planning for 2014. He can help you prepare an approach that works best for you and to stay abreast of tax law changes throughout the year--not just at tax time. Each household's financial circumstances are different so it's important to fully consider your specific situation and goals before making any financial decisions. Joseph A. Lux, CPA has been providing tax and accounting services to individuals and small businesses in our community for over twenty years. Joe can be reached at 845-358-1929 or by e-mail at joe@joelux.com. Visit his website, www.joelux.com , for more tax saving ideas and tools, or to subscribe to his free monthly newsletter. Free initial consultations are available to new clients.

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South Orangetown youngsters see their Lettuce Experiment launched into space

After a number of disappointing delays in launching, SOCSD’s participation in the Mission 5 Student Space Experiments Program (SSEP) along with the two winning space patch designs and the Lettuce in Microgravity experiment which were all part of Orb-2’s payload finally lifted off for its journey to the International Space Station. Three students had their experiment growing lettuce in a micro-gravity environment - chosen for the mission. Dr. Jeff Goldstein, the Director of the National Center for Earth and Space Science Education said: “This program provides an authentic immersion in every facet of real research and our students are fully capable of doing this kind of research and evidence-based learning.” Prior to the actual launch last month, Cottage Lane Elementary’s 5th grade experiment team had the opportunity to participate in a press conference where they confidently responded to question posed by members of the media. Additionally, they had a conversation with Dave Miller, Chief Technologist at 26

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Cottage Lane’s Colm Shalvey was unable to attend the launch. NASA. Finally, there was an unannounced visit from Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor Ralph Northam, and General Charles Bolden, former astronaut and presently NASA Administrator (head of NASA, presidential appointee). Both gentlemen wished everyone well. The entire SOCSD contingent then traveled to a remote road about 1.2 miles from the rocket launch site and watched it blast

“The entire experience was so overwhelming,” reported CL Technology teacher and SSEP Advisor Jacob Tanenbaum. “Most of the parents who accompanied the students had tears in their eyes,” added Kristi Nadler, mentor to the three boys and CL reading teacher. “Judging from our conversations, emails, and pictures, this was an outstanding project to have spearheaded. We are truly cultivating the next generation of scientists, engineers, and artists through our ongoing Districtwide STEAM initiatives”, summarized SOCSD’s Dr. Brian Culot, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction. “We look forward to following this story as our ‘Lettuce Experiment’ is conducted by astronauts in space and by our students here on earth, as well as to comments from outer space on how well our patches were received.” he continued. And finally, SOCSD once again thanks Assemblywoman Ellen Jaffee without whose support and legislative grant none of this would have been possible.

From left: Cottage Lane students Oliva Jones, Zachary Visconti and Luke Rabinowitz with Tappan Zee High School’s Carlee DeFrancesco.

Blauvelt’s annual Italian Feast and Carnival - September 11-14 The Blauvelt Sons of Italy will host the 5th Annual Italian Feast and Carnival this September 11th through the 14th. The event draws thousands of people from around the tri-state area during the four day celebration of all things Italian. Opening Day, Thursday, September 11th, will feature a tribute to the fallen heroes of 9/11 at 5:30pm. The event is a showcase for area talent and live entertainment hosted by MC Paul Borghese who has appeared in HBO’s 61, Sopranos and Law & Order and more recently Robert DeNiro’s The Family. Also on site for the four days will be rides and games for the kids, a casino and games of chance for the adults, service providers, artisans and boutiques offering gift items, clothing

and jewelry for purchase, as well as vendors offering every kind of Italian food imaginable. “The Italian Feast is a County Fair, food fest, carnival and live concert venue all rolled into one themed with a slice of Italian culture unlike any other festival you’ve ever been to, I assure you!” - says Nick Sfraga, current President of the Blauvelt Sons of Italy. Hours for the festival are Thursday 5pm – 11pm, Friday 5pm – midnight, Saturday 11am – midnight and Sunday will begin with an outdoor mass at 10:30am and the Festival will be open from noon until 9pm. Admission is $2.00 per person with children under 10 free. The festival takes place at Masonic Park located at 89 Western Highway in Tappan. sonsofitaly.org.

Space patch designed by TZHS’ Carlee DeFrancesco.

Space patch designed by Cottage Lane’s Oliva Jones.

Rome

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North Rockland Travel’s Best of Italy tour were in St. Peter’s Square, Rome.

Jamaica

Left to right Bob DuBois, Marla MariottiDuBois,Debbie Cappadona,John Cappadona, Joe and Debbie Viotto In Jamaica.

you’ll see Rivertown Stony Point Jeanne O’Connor, who has lived in Stony Point for 46 years, was invited to a surprise 85th birthday party at Sheeran’s in Tomkins Cove. About 50 of her friends and family attended. Jeanne is the one in the yellow shirt, holding a copy of Rivertown.

Montego Bay

Germany

Catherine and Henry Ricardo, of Tappan, in front of the Porta Nigra, a Roman gate in Trier, reputed to be the oldest city in Germany.

Suzanne and Barbie celebrated Suzanne’s birtghday in sunny Montego Bay, Jamaica, with six girlfriends.

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Panama Canal

Pat and Larry Singer, from Thiells, going through the Panama Canal.

Cape Town

St. Martin

John and Bea Moffatt, from Garnerville, went to the top of Table Mountain in Cape Town with their son Sean (not in picture), his wife and their four grandchildren,Pascale, Kylie, McKenna and Kian.

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Donovan and their son Father Dennis, on a Caribbean cruise in St. Martin, on board the Royal Caribbean Explorer of the Seas.

Uruguay

Rocking Horse Ranch

Rockland Community College Senior Citizens Club went to Rocking Horse Resort Ranch. John and Susan Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Adamo, of Suffern, celebrate her 70th birthday with the larobada family of gauchos on the Pampas in Uruguay.

Nassau

Orangetown

The Historical Society of Rockland County were on a tour of the Orangetown Historical Society Museum at the DePew House.

Jeanne and Samantha Marks were on a cruise to Nassau/Paradise Island.

London Loch Lomond

On the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond. Staying at the beautiful Cameron House, from top row, driver Jim Witherspoon, then Joan Chadwick, Jennnifer Neebs, Lynn Boone, Liz Fagan, Elizabeth Lydon and Marianne Gharrect.

Dick and Florence Cunningham, of Chestnut Ridge, on a visit to London.

L to R Christopher Creedon, Front of the House, Iliana Negron, Sous Chef, and Constantine Kalandranis, owner. (Not pictured are Executive Chef, Hichen Habbas and Owner/General Manager/Sommelier, Richard Mitchell).

8 North Broadway is the address for great Mediterranean cuisine using local ingredients Story/photos: Tom Riley Every day in the wee hours of the morning Constantine Kalandranis or one of his staff go to the docks at Hunts Point Fish Market and hand picks a vast array of fresh seafood just off the boat. Constantine and Richard Mitchell are the owners of the most talked about restaurant in Nyack, 8 North Broadway which is famous for Mediterranean cuisine using local ingredients. Constantine told RivERtowN: "we also use all kinds of local farms for our meat, poultry and vegetables. Goffle Poultry in New Jersey for our poultry needs, and Blooming Hill Farm in Blooming Grove, NY, and Stokes Farm in tappan for all our vegetables. â&#x20AC;&#x153;our menu changes daily depending on what is fresh and available. we are open 7 days a week. on Saturdays we open for dinner from 5 to 10pm. we serve lunch from 12 noon to 3pm and dinner from 5pm to 10pm. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For lunch we have a revamped menu

Top: Fresh shucked oysters are a treat at 8 North Broadway.

that includes a seasonal salad, flatbreads and unique sandwiches. we have a threecourse tasting Menu for $22.00. we also have a daily Copper Bar Menu where we offer small plates for $9.” Constantine added: “we believe in being a good eco-friendly neighbor so we have local wines on tap in a barrel. they are great from the first glass to the last glass. we use award winning New York State wines and have local craft beers.” 8 North Broadway also has occasional live jazz on Sundays and do food, wine and cooking demonstrations during dinner time. Mediterranean cuisine incorporates the basis of healthy eating, plus a splash of flavorful olive oil and perhaps a glass of red wine. it has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease. it's food the whole family can enjoy. it includes fruits, vegetables, fish and whole grains and limits unhealthy fats. there’s always something exciting going on at 8 North Broadway. Constantine continued: "we have themed menu nights. on Mondays we feature the Supper Club. it can be anything from a steak lover's menu to a Spanish theme to crudo-raw fish and clams. “it's a day to be creative for the chef and the clientele. on tuesday we offer why Not tuesday - where we offer wines at a discounted rate. All wines are half price. wednesday is Dollar oyster Night. we go to Hunts Point Fish Market where we find a fresh oyster day boat and start shucking for a dollar a pop. “thursday, Friday and Saturday is our regular menu and on Sunday we offer a great brunch. it's called our Sunday Mediterranean Mezze Brunch. You get everything from eggs to sliders to fritatta, octopus or other fish. we have pancakes and our take on eggs benedict. we also offer seasonal mimosas.” Constantine's life story reads like the American dream. He started out as a dishwasher, became a cook at 15 and the owner helped him win a scholarship to the Culinary institute of America. He worked and volunteered while going to school. Constantine told us: "Every thing i have i owe to cooking. i received an intense but thorough education. My parents always 33

Owner Constantine Kalandranis has worked his way to the top.

8 North Broadway taught me to be hardworking. “After the CiA i worked in upscale restaurants in Manhattan. Cooking brought me around the world. i went to Greece, Puerto Rico, Australia, Colorado and even to the white House where President obama invited us from the restaurant to celebrate Greek independence Day. “we represented America in the white House. i've learned every kitchen is the same, there's heat, fire, water, ingredients but most important is the guests. we cater to the guests in Nyack and pay tribute to them." Constantine continued: "this is a family business. My wife, my cousins and even the chef are family. we grew up together and worked together. At the end of the night we sit at the Copper Bar with my father-in-law and transmit the philosophy we are trying to accomplish. “Richard Mitchell is my partner, general manager and the sommelier. Some people call him 'the wine whisperer', he is so good at pairing wine with food.” Satisfied customer Jay from Mamaroneck had this to say about 8 North Broadway: "we could not have had a better dinner. i had scallops ceviche, so so fresh and sweet. My husband had the salmon gravlax which was just as delicious. “the steak entree was cooked to perfection, but my husband's sizzling octopus was oUtStANDiNG. Dessert didn't disappoint either. My husband barely let me get a tasting of his gluten-free caramel custard which he won't stop talking about.” 8 North Broadway. www.8northbroadway.com. Phone: 845-353-1200. 34

New national school president Anne Byrne honored at big gala Anne Byrne's appointment as President of the National School Board Association was celebrated during a gala at Piermont's the view on the Hudson. over 120 co-workers, dignitaries and friends joined the Rockland County School Boards Association in honoring the Nanuet School Board member. Nanuet High School Students played music for the crowds as they dined and mingled. on display were certificates and acknowledgements from dignitaries such as President obama, Cardinal Dolan, Senator Schumer, as well as from the many local politicians who were in attendance.

Anne Byrne and her sister Eileen Huntington.

Rockland County Legislator Harriet Cornell congratulates Anne Byrne, husband Pat and grandchildren.

Clarkstown Supervisor Alex Gromack and Councilman Frank Borelli.

Anne Byrne with Rockland County Legislator John Murphy and his wife Eileen.

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Get rid of mosquitoes and ticks with Bob DeStaso Landscaping

the word is out and people are calling Bob DeStaso Landscaping for an organic spray he uses to repel mosquitoes and ticks. Bob is the father of four small children and has two dogs. He is very cautious about what can be sprayed in his yard. At first, he was skeptical as to the effectiveness of the product, so he tested it out on his own property and some friend's property. it worked so well that DeStaso began offering this new monthly service to his customers. Bob is a graduate of Fordham University and has an established property maintenance business for more than 20 years. in 1998, he received his Commercial Pesticide Applicator License from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. His knowledge in horticulture is one of the best in the industry. He strives to solve horticultural problems with environmentally safe solutions and minimum use of pesticides. He has trained, experienced and well supervised crews that specialize in lawn care applications, shrub/tree care applications, and outdoor pest control. Bob had this to to say about his organic tick & Mosquito Control: GOODBYE BUG BITES! "there is nothing better than enjoying an afternoon with your family outside, until the mosquitoes, ticks, and other bugs show up. “organic tick and Mosquito Control is made from a safe all-natural cedar formula that gives you the benefit of a bug spray, repellant, and fogger all-in-one at an inexpensive cost. Plus, it is safe for kids and pets, unlike traditional bug sprays. 36

WHY TREAT YOUR PROPERTY? “Protect against bug bites. Protect family and pets from mosquito and tick-borne diseases. Reclaim and enjoy your outdoor space.” HOW DOES IT WORK? “the cedar oil acts as a pheromone interruption agent that impairs their mental capacity and is a residual repellant for 30--60 days depending on saturation. “the raspberry bio-solvent eats through the insect's exo-skeleton and eradicates it. Eliminates the egg and larvae. the fatty soap acts as a sticker to the insect.”

WHAT INSECTS DOES IT AFFECT? “our spray controls ticks, mosquitoes, fleas, gnats, mites, and other unwanted insects. it will not harm beneficial sight driven insects such as bees, butterflies, and earthworms.” IS IT HARMFUL AROUND CHILDREN OR ANIMALS? “Cedar oil is nontoxic. it is safe for kids and pets. Yards can be used within 15 minutes of spraying to allow drying time.” WHAT AREAS ARE SPRAYED? “All grassy areas, under shrubs, wood piles, leafy areas, rock walls, the outside of the house, up to 30 feet of wooded areas, and

Owner Bob DeStaso tested his system on his own yard - and it worked wonders. anywhere on the property it is shaded and moist.” HOW OFTEN IS IT APPLIED? “Monthly. May through october. if you only want applications during the summer months you spend outside, let us know. Special Event one-time spraying is also

available.” HOW QUICKLY DOES IT WORK? “Effectiveness begins from 5 minutes to 24 hours, depending on the insect.” DOES IT CAUSE DISCOLORATION? “No, it does not cause discoloration and is safe for sidewalks, founda-

tions, swing sets, patios, etc.” IS IT 100% EFFECTIVE? “our Spray Program is designed to significantly minimize your tick and mosquito population. we can not guarantee total elimination since unwanted insects come from many sources that we can not prevent.” Call Bob at 845-639-0301 or visit his web site at BobDeStasoLandscaping.com and say Goodbye Bug Bites. He is located in New City. take back your yard from mosquitoes that can cause encephalitis, filariasis. and west Nile virus. ticks carry pathogens that cause human diseases, including Lyme disease, Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis, tularemia, Ehrlichiosis, Rickettsiosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and other diseases. organic tick & Mosquito Control is Kid & Pet Safe. DeStaso Landscaping www.BobDeStasoLandscaping.com 845-639-0301. 37

You never know where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see Rivertown

Michelle Bullock, from Nyack, was on vacation in Key West.

Marisa Capasso (left) and friends Laura Koch (center) and Kristen Hyland had a wonderful girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; trip to Aruba.

Steve and Pam Mattia, of Valley Cottage, and Karen and Rick Martini, of Valley Cottage and Orlando, took Rivertown on a ferry ride through the Panama Canal

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Bon Giovanni a wonderful blend of the best of Brazil and Italy

Sam Mussa and his wife Maria de Fatima with Andrya celebrate Bon Giovanni’s fourth anniversary.

This beautiful Ramsey restaurant is attracting enthusiastic customers from Rockland and Bergen Counties. 40

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Bon Giovanni has acquired a mighty impressive reputation. it has captured the imagination and appetites of thousands of diners with its extraordinary italian cuisine with an exotic blend of Brazil. it is so busy on weekends it has to turn away diners. People can't get enough of the culinary magic performed in their kitchen. owner Sam Mussa told RivERtowN: "we go to extraordinary lengths to please our customers. we are innovating the traditional italian cuisine by adding a new flavor that has really caught on. “we are bringing italy's most famous recipes to our table in a unique way by adding a Brazilian touch to our menu from entrees to pastas and desserts. we have a professional staff with a warm, informal attitude, italian-style, serving in a cozy and romantic environment in order to satisfy you to the limit. “You can bring your own bottle (BYoB). we welcome and encourage the whole family to dine at Bon Giovanni because we have a great kids’ menu too. “we also have a Brazilian Grille section in our menu that includes a Pincanha cut of beef popular in Brazil with beef brochette with rice. Grilled Swordfish over Spinach and Potatoes is another favorite.” Sam has been in the restaurant business for more than 30 years. So he has quite a following. He told us: “when i took over the restaurant four years ago, the first day 35 people came in, the 2nd day 120 people

Top: Creme Caramel and Avocado and Tuna Tartare with fried shrimp on top. Below: Homemade Lasagna Bolognese and ravioli stuffed with crabmeat and shrimp with pink cream sauce. came in. we were sold out, so make sure you call early for reservations." He added: "we are all about our home made pastas and desserts. we use only the freshest, finest and highest quality ingredi-

ents, no preservatives or MSG added. Gluten-free items are available. â&#x20AC;&#x153;we do private parties and corporate luncheons for 30-60 people for only $10.95 per person. we have private parking in the

back and people really love the ambiance here.â&#x20AC;? Sam started his career at the Lobster Box Restaurant on City island at the age of 17 as a dishwasher. Later he worked at Sid 41

Some of the delicious desserts that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find at Bon Giovanni in Ramsey, NJ.

Bon Giovanni mixes a tasty blend of Italy and Brazil Allen's Restaurant in Englewood Cliffs, Archer's in Fort Lee and Romanissimo's in East Rutherford. He opened his first restaurant called Sam's Place in North Haledon 24 years ago. then he opened Andrea's in waldwick and Bon Giovanni in Suffern where he received 5 Stars twice from the Rockland Journal New. Sam added: â&#x20AC;&#x153;My first wife died 15 years ago and i'm so happy to have met my wonderful Brazilian wife, Maria de Fatima and for surviving throat cancer." Find out why Bon Giovanni is attract42

ing food lovers from around the metro area. is it their Lunch Menu which features Home Made Lasagna Bolognese and 10 other great entrees served with their famous House Salad for $10.95. Maybe it's their Surf & turf or could it be their Home Made Ravioli stuffed with Crab Meat and Shrimp with Pink Cream Sauce. Another favorite is the Avocado and tuna tartare with fried shrimp on top. You just have to try the Seafood Kabob with Sea Scallops-ShrimpSwordfish over Brazilian Rice. Please call early for a reservation because on weekends Bon Giovanni has to turn away 30 to 40

diners because the place is packed. once you have eaten at Bon Giovanni, met Sam and his wonderful staff, you will soon be a regular. Sam says vendiamo Presto. Buon Appetito. Call 201-825-1111 for reservations or visit their web site at www.bongiovannirestaurantramsey.com. they also have an amazing take-out Menu. Bon Giovanni 61 East Main Street, Ramsey, NJ www.bongiovannirestaurantramsey.com.

Phone: 201-825-1111.

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Just some of the hundreds of people who work behind the camera wait for the stars to arrive.

Hollywood comes to Haverstraw

the summer’s been a busy time for filmmakers in and around Rockland County. tina Fey and Amy Poehler, of Saturday Night Live, were spotted from Pearl River to Haverstraw, where they hav been filming the Nest about two sisters who throw one last party in their family home before it’s sold. Comedian John Leguizamo is also in the film as well as Bridesmaids star Maya Rudolph.

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler on the set of Saturday Night Live are good friends offstage as well as on. 44

Amy and tina spent several days at the Harbors of Haverstraw. Swan boats were added to the lagoon and palm trees sprouted everywhere – the movie is apparently set in Florida. And the beautiful Harbors made a perfect location. they also filmed in white Plains and Pearl River, near Magnolia Avenue North and west washington Avenue. what amazed most watchers was how many people are behind the scenes in the making of a movie. it has been estimated that roughly 1,000 people are holding clapperboards, cameras, microphones, scripts etc. Folks you never see. But their names appear in the endless credits that sometimes last five minutes or more. Meanwhile HBo’s breakout sci-fi hit Leftovers has also been filming around Nyack. one day they were at the west Gate cocktail lounge in Nyack. Leftovers is the tv adaptation of a book by tom Perrotta that depicts life on earth after the occurrence of the Biblical event called Rapture. During the Rapture, it is prophesied that some will be swept up into heaven, as those remaining on earth endure hardships, disasters, famine and war. the HBo series chronicles how that apocalyptic disappearance would impact the world. Nyack is cast as Mapleton, a New York City suburb where life continues after more than 100 villagers vanish into thin air. we’ve got to say that Nyack is the last place we’d cast for the end of the world.

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, of Saturday Night Live, have been shooting their latest movie in and around Rockland County. Here they are (circled) at the Harbors of Haverstraw, which has been turned into a Florida-style resort for the film, The Nest, due out next year. Photo: Murray Phillips. 45

A modern day hair salon with all the comforts Shear Magique Shear Magique is known throughout Rockland County as being synonymous with incredible hair styles and color treatments that takes its lead from today’s top trends. whether you are looking for a bold drastic change, an elegant new look, a hair style for that special occasion - including weddings, formals, updo’s and/or professional make-up applications, look no further. Shear Magique is a beautiful salon offering these fine services from highly trained, creative, and style-savvy experts. take a step inside the salon and enjoy all the amenities of a top salon with comforts you can only imagine. it is not just the atmosphere that makes this salon special, it is the staff! Enthusiasm and passion describes the staff best, as all their stylists truly love what they specialize in. Speaking with Lenore Quiroga, owner of the salon, we touched upon each of her highly talented staff members: “i am so fortunate to have the best experts available in Rockland County today. our staff’s expertise varies in many areas, offering services to women, men and children. the entire staff is here because they not only thrive on what they do, but also because they want to be surrounded by good people and clientele. Let me introduce you to our talented staff”: Lenore is the owner of Shear Magique. Her passion for the industry led her to create a new state-of-the-art salon. Lenore enjoys all aspects of being a business person while continuing to be creative behind the chair as well. Her reputation continues as a creative stylist. Lisa brings over 25 years of expertise as a hair stylist and colorist. She is a consummate learner, always staying ahead of the curve of the latest trends. Lisa earns an A+ for listening to her client’s needs! Jes has multiple strengths as a hairstylist as she is trained in Sebastian cutting and styling. one of her greatest passions is color and she is an expert in all areas of highlighting. Christina specializes in highlights, color, cuts, blowouts, and is certified in Keratin treatments. want a new look? Christina will give you that great new everyday style. 46

Tara has creative energy and passion and welcomes women, men and children to her chair. She has studied in the US & London and continues to train in the latest styles. tara is a certified colorist too! Dunia loves specializing in men’s hairstyles! She will discuss your vision and lifestyle for the perfect haircut. then sit back and enjoy as her conversations are as good as her top-notch work. Felicia does it all, from haircuts, coloring, smoothing treatments and make-up application. Have a special event? Felicia will assure you that you will look your best ever. Jeannette prides herself on her texturized technique for cutting hair and meeting her clients’ vision. She welcomes women and men and specializes in haircutting, color, highlights and smoothing treatments. Joan is a highly trained hairstylist, colorist, make-up artist and airbrush specialist. She is passionate about bridal and formal hair styles. Mary understands her clients’ needs and her clients love her for it! A professional hairstylist and colorist, Mary’s knowledge of hair texture is reflected in each and every client that sits in her chair. Dominick is a 15 year veteran hairstylist, colorist and make-up artist. Passion is his middle name as he enjoys all aspects of his job. He is highly trained in cutting, styling and highlights, and loves the opportunity to do formal hair and make-up. His work speaks for itself. Ashley specializes in cutting, coloring, highlighting, perming, special event styling and make-up. Her clients leave her chair with a boost of confidence which is most satisfying to her.

Mention you saw us in Rivertown Magazine when booking your appointment to receive a 10% discount on any one service good through September 15, 2014. Cindy specializes in women, men and children’s haircuts. A seasoned professional with a vast background of training; she is a creative stylist in coloring and perming techniques as well. Listening to her clients is of utmost importance to her. Rosemary is a seasoned professional specializing in hairstyles and highlighting for the professional crowd. Her following consists of men and women and is extensive. Not only a great stylist, her clients also enjoy her conversation. Vanessa is just joining Shear Magique and we are thrilled to have her as part of our team. vanessa is a young artist who will be a tremendous asset. She specializes in formal updo’s and color and will bring this expertise to our salon. vanessa is also a professional make-up artist. For more information about Shear Magique Hair Salon and to view additional work from our experts, please visit us on line at www.shearmagique.com, Facebook and instagram.

• Shear Magique Hair Salon 14 Thiells Mt Ivy Road, Pomona. 845 429 1798. www.ShearMagique.com

The Fourth of July fireworks display at Haverstraw attracted crowds on land and river. Boats lined the Hudson to watch the splendid event - one of the best of any year. Photo: Murray Phillips.

Classical gas at Bear Mountain auto bash Every Wednesday evening, weather permitting, hundreds of classic cars show up at Bear Mountain Park. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great show - and well worth the trip.

Despite the stormy weather in the background, the tiki bar was the place to be at the Hudson Water Club

Maggie Wiener, Rivertown editor Phil Bunton, Jack Sherry (in the background), Philâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife Candice Boyle and Kathy Tobin.

Kassie Bajada and Candice Boyle.

Rivertownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tom Riley, wife Crucey, Dan and Bonnie Radwin, and event organizer Abbie Huff.

Arlene Levine-Roufa and realtor Carmen DiBiase.

Rivertown Exchange enjoys a wonderful time at Hudson Water Club Even the showery weather couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop the partying as the latest Rivertown Exchange was hosted at the beautiful Hudson Water Club in West Haverstraw. Thanks to co-owner Chris Martin and his wonderful team for great food and excellent hospitality. Next monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rivertown Exchange will be at the new Whiskey Kitchen, 36-6Rte 303, Valley Cottage on Wednesday, August 13. See the ad elsewhere in this magazine. Hope to see you there. Photos: Arnold Roufa MD

Above: Kassie Bajada, Benita Bryan, Stacy, Coulianos, Sharon Reidy, Carmen DiBiase, Arlene Levine-Roufa, Maggie Wiener, and Yolanda Rihlman. Left Chuck Maze, Dave Math, Jim and Ossie Boncoeur.

Above: Thanks to co-owner Chris Martin organized an excellent party. Right: Jose Cardona, Legislator John Murphy, Burt and Barbara Steinberg.

Inside a British Mum’s Kitchen With Mary Callan

Superfoods to make you healthy The super hot month of August is the perfect time to experiment in the kitchen with some superfoods. They’ll have you brimming with energy and every bite will be a delight. Superfoods are plant-based whole foods that haven’t been robbed of their remarkable health benefits by modern day processing methods. Instead they pack a powerful punch of antioxidants, essential fatty acids not to mention tremendous beneficial compounds produced by plants. They revitalize the body and have been proven to fight off disease. Could you ask for more? The following recipes are easy to whip up and all the ingredients can be found in the local grocery stores. It’s simple to upgrade your diet by incorporating some of these wonderfully healthy ingredients and you won’t have to compromise on flavor.

Chocolate Mousse. This recipe couldn’t be simpler. Don’t be put off by the avocado, they’re the perfect swap for butter, eggs and cream and very good naturedly take on the flavor of the dish, in this case chocolate. They deliver a delicious richness and are bursting with folic acid, vitamin K and good amounts of Vitamin B6, C and E. I’d call that a superfood. Serves 2. 1 avocado ½ banana ¼ cup almond milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon cinnamon ¼ - 1/3 cup dark cocoa powder (depending on how chocolately you like your mousse) 54

Above: Chilled Pea, Mint and Coconut Soup; Below Quinoa Tabbouleh. Opposite: Chocolate Mousse with Raspberries.

1-2 tablespoons maple syrup

Place all the ingredients into a food processor and blitz until the mixture is smooth. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl. If the mixture is very thick add a more few drops of almond milk. Scoop into serving bowls and enjoy with a handful of fresh berries.

Quinoa Tabbouleh. Quinoa is probably the best known of the superfoods. It’s been around for a while, about 4,000 years in South America where it originated. It’s said to be a complete protein containing all the essential amino acids along with plenty of fiber, phosphorus, magnesium, iron and calcium, plus it’s gluten free. In other words, you could live

on this.

1 ½ cups quinoa 3 cups water 1 teaspoon turmeric Pinch of salt and pepper 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered 1 cup finely chopped parsley, finely chopped 2-3 cups finely chopped finely chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, mint and basil. 1 English cucumber, seeded and diced ¼ red onion, finely chopped 1 avocado, cut into chunks Dressing: Juice and zest of a lemon 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 heaped tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, crushed Salt and pepper to taste

6 tablespoons olive oil Rinse the quinoa. Place in a saucepan with the water, bring to the boil, turn down to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes. The quinoa is fully cooked when you see tiny spirals (the germ) separating and curling around the seeds. Place in a bowl and allow to cool. Chop the herbs, tomatoes, red onion, avocado and cucumber. To make the dressing, mix together the mustard, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil one tablespoon at a time until emulsified. When the quinoa is cool add the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, avocado, herbs and dressing. Mix together thoroughly. Just before serving add a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Chilled Pea, Mint and Coconut Soup. 1 tablespoon coconut oil

1 onion, finely chopped 2 stick of celery, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed Pinch of salt and pepper 2 cups fresh or frozen peas 1, 14 oz can organic coconut milk 1 cup vegetable stock 1 cup fresh mint Heat the coconut milk in a medium saucepan. Add the onion and celery, sprinkle over the salt and pepper, sauté until translucent, about 8-10 minutes on a low heat. Add the garlic and sauté for a further 23 minutes. Add the coconut milk and stock, bring to the boil. Turn down the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the peas and mint. Allow to sit for 5 minutes then blend. Can be served warm or chilled. 55

...And this is your brain on money

Many studies have been done regarding our spending habits and relationships towards money. It’s different for everybody, as we all have our own habits and past issues that govern how we relate to our money at this stage in our lives. In the past generations going back to the 20’s-50’s, the envelope method was the preferred way of dividing up a paycheck. The check would get cashed, and the appropriate amount was put into the envelopes marked rent, utilities, phone, groceries, etc. Rarely in that era was there an envelope for vacations, movies, entertainment and the like- it was for the most part the essentials, with the remainder (if there was any) put into the sacred savings account for the rainy day need. These days, we are prone to more impulse buying, spending sprees, and the use of plastic. Times have changed, and so must our spending habits. When dealing with new clients, I often ask questions usually not discussed, such as who manages the money in your household, who paid the bills in your parents home, what is the worst and best experiences you’ve had with money, and others. These questions help me to understand how the client relates to money, strengths and weaknesses, fears and elations. To best understand your relationship with money, it’s important to delve into that deep, dark place of the past to help you with your relationship of the present, and the future.

Tales from the Chestnut Tree

By Neal A. Deutsch, CFP

Many people do as they observed by their parents, but alas; we are in a different time both economically as well as in the technology age. Things are different in all areas of life, and the same holds true for how we deal with the management of our money. My fellow humans, it’s time to evolve… First and foremost, it’s important to note that your portfolio is not your parent’s portfolio. Your goals and objective are different, and so should your style of investing. Your parents did not have the same investment vehicles available to them as you have, and you should be taking advantage of everything out there that is suitable for you in your particular circumstance. I can’t begin to tell you what’s right for you, but you should be working with a financial professional with the expertise, tenure and education to guide you in the right direction. If possible, consult with a Certified Financial Planner,® one of whom has been educated in the vast number of areas to give you a trained view of your finances and assist you with the training necessary. In addition, a CFP® practitioner must attend and complete continuing education requirements, keeping him or her up on the latest of information for your benefit. Then, ask them about how long they’ve been in the business, feel free to check them out online, and make sure you are comfortable with them. But, I

digress… Always remember the mantra “pay yourself first.” Delve into your retirement plan to see if it has matching, and if nothing else be sure to contribute the maximum amount they will match- it’s free money. Not taking advantage of a matching program is like saying no when someone holds money out to you and tells you it’s yours- and you don’t take it: that makes no sense. Not unlike tithing, when you get paid, take a certain percentage and automatically put it into your savings account. There’s nothing like watching the numbers grow in your savings and investments (well, laying on the beach with someone you love and a mai-tai is a close second!) but this is one of the many things a growing savings account is for…as long as you pay yourself first. Be sure to build up an emergency fund, equal to 36 months of your monthly household expenses to cover you for that unforeseen emergency. Keep it local and liquid, with the ability to lay your hands on it as soon as possible. Don’t worry about not earning much interest: in the times of emergency, it’s the last thing to worry about. Ignorance is NOT bliss. Not knowing about your accounts or bills by leaving your envelopes unopened (yes, I mean you) does nothing to keep you informed. Sy Syms said it best when he said “An educated consumer is our best customer.” He was so right. You should know what you have, good or bad- you can’t make changes or decisions if you don’t know the facts. Your future is up to you, so keep up on the present. Know what you have so you can make changes if necessary. You don’t take a ride in the car not knowing where you are going: what makes you think you’ll get to retirement if you don’t pay attention to your investments? If you have aversions, fears or problems with any aspect of managing your money, address them head on. I don’t pull my own tooth if I have a toothache, or open the hood of my car and blankly stare at the engine when it ceases to function: I bring it to a mechanic. So, take a good, hard look at how your brain relates to your finances, and be honest: if you need help, get it. If you’re doing it because it’s the way your parents did it, welcome to the 21st century. Times have changed: have you? Neal A. Deutsch is a Certified Financial Planner TM & Registered Securities Principal, offering securities through First Allied Securities, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Neal is President of Chestnut Investment Group in 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

Wine Talk

By Sandi and Bonnie

Owners of Nyack Wine Cellar

At times we look for an alternative to Pinot Noir. Since we drink and sell many Italian wines it is befitting that Pinot Nero would be in our glass. Italy doesn’t usually come to mind when thinking about Pinot Noir. This varietal is grown in the Alto Adige-Trentino area of Italy which shares a border with Austria. So you might also consider drinking a Blauburgunder! These wines are not as well known to the American market as Sangiovese or Nebbiolo based wines but their quality and affordability is definitely appealing. Trentino-Alto Adige was part of the Austro-Hungarian Tyrol but in 1918 it was turned over to Italy and thus renamed Alto-Adige. Both German and Italian are spoken here and therefore you will find both languages on wine labels Pinot Nero is a varietal you will not find anywhere else. Just like Pinot Noir, Pinot Nero is a finicky grape. It likes a cool, moderate climate and it finds it here with the Dolomites not far from the vineyards. There are cool breezes coming from the Alps and the Ora a warming breeze from Lake Garda. This area has a long growing season so there is extra hang time on the vines. The grapes are grown at higher altitudes. Pergola Trentina is used a lot here. This is where vines are trained on a high canopy or pergola which you can actually walk under. This serves to shield the grapes with the leaves so they can ripen more slowly. This variBonnie and Sandi etal was introduced in the 1860’s and its origin is Burgundian. The Alto-Adige has the classic Pinot Noir/ Pinot Nero climate: cool and soil: limestone. Many people look to this area for white wines such as Friulano (formerly known as Tocai Friulano) but there are many more red wines produced here. Pinot Nero is a great expressive varietal. There are many co-operatives in this area and they produce excellent quality wine. The Alto-Adige is home to more DOC’s than any other area of Italy. There are other red varietals from this area and we have sold two of them; Teroldego and Lagrein. We have long been fans of Elisabetta Foradori who makes a mean Teroldego. She is considered one of Italy’s top winemakers and a leading producer of Teroldego. The plains of northern Trentino are where this varietal grows best especially Campo Rotaliano. This varietal is the total opposite of Pinot Nero as it is rich and robust. Foradori also makes fabulous whites and has been at the forefront of resurrecting the ancient method of aging wine in clay amphora (maybe another article). Lagrein is dense and dark more like a Cabernet Franc. It too is grown in the Campo Rotaliano area. Neither would be a substitute for Pinot Noir! This area has the Strada Del Vino or Wein-strausse depending on which language you prefer. There are many wineries to visit and hotels and agriturismos to rest and relax at after a tough day of wine touring! The Alto Adige – Trentino wine region is stunningly beautiful and totally unique.

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Circulate those veins, Vinnie

Ouch! My varicose veins are killing me! Could be your circulation, and/or your veins are starting to go, whichever comes first. We feel it first in our legs. Why? They’re the furthest, farthest, as fer away from ‘yer heart you can git. We need healthy vascular walls, yes we do, and when your walls aren’t happy ain’t nobody happy! What to do? Horse Chestnut, an herb we get from horsing around with chestnuts, gets high marks for relieving the pain in the vein, even if it does upset some stomachs out there, and cause itching in some people, and you know who you are. (I can't take it hecause it makes my veins hurt, so not everything is for everyone Everett!) Aescin, the active ingredient in Horse Chestnut seeds, promotes good “tone” in the walls of your veins, which helps you return blood to your heart thankyouverymuch, and it has flavanoids which also strengthen your walls Wanda. OPC’S, aka oligomeric proanthocyanidins from grape seeds, but you knew that, are powerful antioxidants that help too. Combine this with the vitamins and minerals I’ve been singing the praises of for the last few years and you have the formula for relief, spelled, relief for some of you. A lot of people wonder about Chinese Herbs. Me too, but I wonder about a lot of things. It all depends upon your source. You get what you pay for. If it’s cheap, it’s usually cheap, and comes from who knows where, under who knows what conditions, with who knows what included, at no extra cost. Herbs can be tricky. I have a PDR (physicians desk reference) of Drug/Herb interactions the size of a small state, that lists all kinds of fun side effects, mostly from the drugs. You MUST list all your medications before I reach for an herb to support those dealing with any problem, period. So what does your Horse, Chestnut (sorry) interact with? Heparin, Warfarin, and Ticlopidine (clop, clop) all of which inhibit platelets, which clot your blood, 58

The ABC’s of Health and Nutrition By Dr. Joanne T. Gjelsten

for starters. So be guided, as I like to say, by a guide, or a health care practitioner who likes to keep their patients in an upright position, especially when standing. Your heart has some say in this as well. Pumping is a good thing, at least half the time, and is enhanced by such familiar to you (if you read this article regularly) things as Carnitine, CoQ10, and Hawthorn Berry and a lot of money. Ok, so I haven’t mentioned Hawthorn Berry, yet. Again, let your guide be your, well, guide. This berry of Hawthornes contains antioxidant flavanoids, which, if you were paying attention back there Tilly, is great fer the heart too. I also like potassium, (don't take it orally unless prescribed) and magnesium, as we like to contract and relax the heart, and an amino acid that comprises more than 50% of the amino acid pool of the heart, taurine (which we use to support not just heart but retina health), on an empty stomach, a hypoallergenic brand. I may use a combo of the above in one product, designed for those whose circulation problems are due to heart insufficiency, unless of course you’re on blood thinners, then we give up. Only kidding..Not a chance! Then we use some, but not all of the above, along with other wonderful heart nutrition, specific to your problem, especially if you’re on potassium sparing diuretics, and on blood thinners. Butchers Broom, the leaves of which were at one time used as, you guessed it, a butchers broom such a surprise, is also used CAREFULLY. Why? Because although it is anti-inflammatory and

decreases fragility of veins, and though it helps to increase circulation, it can raise blood pressure and should not be used by those on blood thinners without guidance, Goober. DO NOT USE ANY HERB if you are pregnant or lactating, Larry. Check with your health care practitioner, who, we do hope, knows something about this, but no one knows everything, not even me, surprising as that may seem. Witch Hazel, an astringent, is another herb, Herb, which helps reduce inflammation and stimulates circulation but it is a topical item so don't get drunk on it and blame me. A true story: “Dr.Jo, I’ve been having headaches in the front of my head on and off for months now, and a few years ago my Doctor gave me some blood pressure medicine that made me feel horrible so I stopped taking it. I think my blood pressure is probably high”. (IMPORTANT: if you have a really BAD headache, or the worst head-ache you ever had, then get to the emergency room, it could be an aneurysm.) OK, so her blood pressure was high, really high, at 200/130, a walking stroke about to happen unless I got her to an MD who could bring it down NOW with drugs, my favorite thing for emergencies such as this. You don’t fool with high blood pressure. The stroke high blood pressure folks WILL have eventually, if they’re lucky and it doesn’t kill them is a life changer for these guys/gals and their families. Do not let these things go. I’ll work with the Doctor I sent this patient to, to get him/her/them better with both types of support, medical and nutritional. Get your blood pressure checked. Stop by the office and I’ll be happy to check it myself, if I’m free, but get it checked; it could save your life. Don’t forget the importance of Vitamin C and zinc for blood vessel health..see past articles. Keep cool! This is a repeat article because we all get so busy, like bees, the subject on one of my next articles. www.GoDrJo.com copyright July 11, 2014.

Blauvelt Free Library ADULT PROGRAMS Classic Movie | Tuesday, August 19, 12 pm. Paul Kaufman introduces Seven Days in May (NR), 107 min., at noon. This 1964 film starring Kirk Douglas, Frederic March, Ava Gardner and Edmund O’Brien is a near-future fantasy in its day about a planned coup d’etat by Pentagon officers. YOUTH PROGRAMS StoryCraft | Every Wednesday + Thursday from 2 - 3 pm. Join us for stories, puppets, songs, and a craft. Ages 2 ½ - 5, in the Children’s Room. Craft Club with Juliet | Friday, August 1 at 1:30 pm. Make your own journal. Ages 7 - 9. Limited to 12. Please register. Kids’ Moovie + Poopcorn | Friday, August 1 at 3:30 pm. Mr. Peabody and Sherman (PG) 92 min. Ages 6 + up. ”While traveling with Mr. Peabody, his adoptive dog-dad in the WABAC Machine, Sherman breaks the laws of time, necessitating hasty repairs to history… in order to save the future.” Animals from Around the World with Jan | Monday, August 4, 6:30 pm. Meet a bunch of cool live critters. Ages 6 and up. Limit 30. Please register. Pottery Play with Kim | Tuesday, August 5, 3:30 pm. Paint a seashell plate. Ages 6-9. Limited to 12. Please register. Scavenger Hunt with Janet | Wednesday, August 6, 4:30 pm. How many things inside- and outside the library can you find? Ages 7 -11. Limited to 12. Duct Tape Mania with Marybeth | Thursday, August 7 at 3:30 pm. Make a funky duct tape tote bag or wallet. Limit 10. Ages 10 – 14. Call to register. Kids’ Moovie + Poopcorn | Thursday, August 7 at 6:30 pm. Divergent (PG-13) 139 min. Ages 13 + up. “The sun rises over a field in a futuristic Chicago. A rusty old ship rests on land, seemingly deserted for ages.” Popcorn, too! Retro Robots with Carolyn | Friday, August 8, 10:30 am. Here robot stories, and make a mini-robot. Limit 25. Ages 5 - 7. Legomania Lego Club | Friday, August 8, 2 - 3 pm. Bring your own Legos, or use ours. Any Lego donations are welcome. Ages 6 + up. Meets in the Children’s Room. Kids’ Moovie + Poopcorn | Friday, August 8 at 3:30 pm. Rio 2 (G) 101 min. Ages 6 + up.” Blu worries that his children will leave him after a vacation trip to the Amazon widens their horizons.” Scientific Fun with Marybeth | Tuesday, August 12, 3:30 pm. Make a musical instrument and play in a band. Ages 5 - 9. Limit 15. Call to register. Smoothies with Debbie | Wednesday, August 13 at 6:30 pm . Create an original smoothie and vote for the best one. Ages 10-14. Limit 12. Call to register. Summer Reading Closing Party | Thursday, August 14 at 3:30 pm. Get your prize for finishing the program, play bingo and enjoy snacks. Open to all Summer Reading Clubs participants. Craft Club with Juliet | Friday, August 15 at 1:30 pm. Make bottle cap magnets. Ages 7 - 9. Limited to 12. Please register. Meet Lily the Dutch Rabbit with Caroline | Monday, August 18 at 3pm. Read stories to Lily, a Certified Therapy Pet who loves to listen with her long ears. Ages 5 + up. Call for one of 8 time slots. TAWK: Teens at Work Klub | Tuesday, August 19, 4 pm. Gather in the library to advise Marybeth on programs, books and media you think we should have. Snacks, too! 845 359-2811 to register. Grades 6 – 12.

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CheckMates Chess Club | Wednesday, August 20 from 4 - 5 pm. Bring your brainpower! We’ll provide the chessboard and pieces. Ages 7 and up. Meets in the Children’s Room. 4th Annual Talent Show | Thursday, August 21 at 6:30 pm. Dazzle us with your talent! Prizes for top 3 contestants. Ages 8-14. Limit 12 acts. Please register. Play Wii U Games | Thursday August 28, 3:30 - 5 pm. Play your friends and show off your mad Wii skillz. Ages 7- 11. Just drop in. Magic Tree House Book Club | Thursday August 28 at 4:30 pm. A chat and game about Book # 15: Viking Ships at Sunrise. Ages 7 to 9. Please register. Pajama Time with Marybeth | Thursday, August 28 at 6:30 pm. Stories and a craft. Wear your PJs and bring a favorite stuffed pal. Ages 4 – 7. Please register. Craft Club with Juliet | Friday, August 29 at 1:30 pm. Make fusion beads. Ages 7 - 9. Limited to 12. Please register.

Edward Hopper House 82 North Broadway, Nyack. 845 358 0774. www.edwardhopperhouse.org. EXHIBITIONS Melanie Rothschild: Paint & Air - Through August 17 in the Main Gallery. Edward Hopper House Art Center presents Melanie Rothschild: Paint & Air, an exhibition that highlights process of painting at its most basic level. Melanie Rothschild is a self-taught artist and a native of Los Angeles. Kris Burns: Chasing Edward Hopper - Through August 31, in the Hopper Hallway Gallery. Artist-inResidence Kris Burns will exhibit a selection of photographs and video capturing "Hopper Happens," her multimedia celebration of Edward Hopper's lasting influence. In addition to images and video of the flash mobs, popup projections and performances Burns staged on the streets of Nyack during Hopper Happens, she will present the entire series of original short films she created for her QR coded digital walking tour. Joanne Howard: Dream House - August 21 - October 19, 2014 in the Main Gallery. Reception: Friday, September 5, 5-8 pm. A new mixed media installation by Joanne Howard. This exhibition explores the relationship between positive and negative space through a variety of media, including ceramic sculpture and drawing. Memorabilia and Early work by Edward Hopper. Ongoing in the Sanborn Gallery. Early drawings and paintings, created while Hopper was living in the Nyack home, together with memorabilia, including model boats made by Hopper, paint boxes, and an easel, are presented on an ongoing basis. Mark Attebery: Twist and Shout – Sculpture in the Garden. Through September 30. Sculpture returns to the garden of the Edward Hopper House this summer with the installation of new work by multi-media artist Mark Attebery. EVENTS Music in the Garden Annual Summer Jazz Concert Series. Aug. 7. The 34th year of summer jazz concerts at Edward Hopper House, $5 donation suggested. Details to come.

First Friday Film in the Garden - Friday, August 1 at sundown at Edward Hopper House. Film in the Garden organized by Kris Burns as part of Chasing Edward Hopper. Check website for details. NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Call for Artists – Small Matters of Great Importance: En Route. Submission deadline: September 1. Juror: Kenise Barnes, Director of Kenise Barnes Fine Art. Edward Hopper House welcomes applicants to its 21st annual small works exhibition, scheduled for October 25 – December 27, 2014. For this year’s theme, En Route, we ask artists to submit work relating to travel. For details, go to onlinejuriedshows.com. Hopper-Inspired Selfie Contest - Edward Hopper House is pleased to announce the first Hopper-Inspired Selfie contest. As a way of embracing current means of expression and engaging young people in art history and Hopper’s work, we invite applicants ages 18 to 28 to compete in our first juried digital art show featuring the ubiquitous “Selfie,” with a twist: it should be “Hopperesque.” Edward Hopper is known for his isolated figures, dysfunctional relationships, ambiguous narratives, looking into and out of windows, railroad tracks, sunlight on houses, and so on. Any aspect of Hopper’s signature themes, or evocations of his moods, is fair game for the Hopper-Inspired Selfie. Applicants are asked to submit by August 4. To enter, applicants must submit photos to Edward Hopper House @edwardhopperhouse via the social media sites Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Tumblr using the hashtag #hopperhouseselfie. Edward Hopper House staff will select 30 finalists, and a special guest juror will choose a first place winner to receive a $100 prize. Winners will be announced August 11. All 30 finalists will be included in a digital exhibition on our website and on iPads around the Edward Hopper House Art Center. The project has been organized by our summer interns, Domenica Battaglia and James Horohoe, and is underwritten by Network & Security Technologies, Inc. For more information on submitting, go to our website: www.edwardhopperhouse.org.

Haverstraw King’s Daughters Library Wednesday, August 13 NATIONAL GALLERY, WASHINGTON, DC: SUMMER VISITORS, EDGAR DEGAS & MARY CASSATT. Art Historian Irene Wisoff will present a slide-Lecture of Frenchman Edgar Degas and American Mary Cassatt. These two formed an unusual friendship. This exhibit focuses on their portrayal of modern life in Paris during the impressionist era – representing women working or enjoying leisure activities. 1:00pm Tuesday, August 19. COOKING WITH CHEF SHAWN. Enjoy the bounty of summer vegetables with Chef Shawn. In-person registration begins on July 14th for HKDPL cardholders. Registration for the general public begins on August 5th. There is a $2.00 non-refundable fee due at the time of registration. 6:30pm SUMMER FILM SERIES: To some he is Indiana Jones. To others he is Han Solo. To us, he is just pretty spectacular. Harrison Ford has had a long and illustrious career, yet he is usually only associated with those two roles there are, however, plenty of other unappreciated per-

formances that deserve more recognition. Join us this summer as we celebrate the career of Harrison Ford Monday, August 4 Frantic (1988) In a hotel room in Paris, a doctor comes out of the shower and finds that his wife has disappeared. He soon finds himself caught up in a world of intrigue, espionage, gangsters, drugs and murder. 120 mins Monday, August 11 Air Force One (1997) Hijackers seize the plane carrying the President of the United States and his family, but he - an ex-soldier - works from hiding to defeat them. 124 mins. Monday, August 18 42 (2013) The life story of Jackie Robinson and his history-making signing with the Brooklyn Dodgers under the guidance of team executive Branch Rickey. 128 mins. Monday, August 25 Fugitive (1993) Dr. Richard Kimble, unjustly accused of murdering his wife, must find the real killer while being the target of a nationwide manhunt. (130 mins. MOVIES WILL BE SHOWN AT 1:00 & 6:30 SENIOR ART SHOW - Adult artists age 55 and over are invited to display one ready-to-hang painting, drawing, or photograph in our Art Gallery during the month of October. Please bring your artwork to Karen Romaner in the Adult Services Department on September 22 between 10:00am and 8:30pm. Please attach a 3” x 5” index card to the back of your work and provide the following: name, phone number, title of piece, medium, and whether or not you want this information published in our brochure (mark the card “publish” or “private”). An artist reception will be held in our Community Room on Thursday, October 2 at 1:00pm

New City Library BOOK TALK: INSIDE THE DREAM PALACE - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF NEW YORK'S LEGENDARY CHELSEA HOTEL. Tuesday, August 5 at 7 PM. Author Sherill Tippins tells the astounding story of this 130-year-old artists’ community and its utopian origins. INTRODUCTION TO PERSONAL ARCHIVING Friday, August 8 at 11 AM. Learn techniques for saving your digital photographs and important documents for current and future generations. Limited registration. Call 634-4997, ext. 139. UNUSUAL BOARD GAMES - Friday, August 8 at 2 PM. Discover some fun and challenging games that you have never played before. WRITE HERE, WRITE NOW - Mondays, Aug. 11, 18, 25, Sept 8 at 7 PM. Author Howard Whitehouse leads this four-session workshop designed to spark and sustain your creativity. Limited registration. Call 634-4997 ext. 139. DRESSING FOR YOUR BODY TYPE - Tuesday, August 12 at 7 PM. Learn how to identify your body type and find the clothes that complement it. VIRTUAL REALITY - Wednesday, August 13 at 7 PM. Ramapo College professor Scott Frees discusses advances in this field as well as the difference between hype and reality. CHASING RAINBOWS: THE SONGS OF JUDY GARLAND - Saturday, August 23 at 2 PM. Karen Luschar presents the life and songs of this legendary performer. Outdoor concert.

Nyack Library Shakespeare Discussion Group - Every Monday from 4:00-5:30 pm. -This informal group reads aloud and discusses all things Shakespeare. For anyone who's just curious, seriously addicted, or wants to brush up on their

knowledge. FREE Assistance with NYS Health Insurance Programs. Every Monday from 5:00-7:00 BY APPOINTMENT. - Learn how to apply for the available NYS Health Insurance Programs-Facilitated Enrollment -CALL FOR APPOINTMENT: (845)364-2773. Nonfiction Book Club - The first Thursday of each month at 2:00 pm. August 7: Book Title: 'The End of Your Life Book Club' by Will Schwalbe Book and Pub Club - The Nyack and Valley Cottage Libraries collaborate on this book club geared toward 20&30 somethings. Location in a different local bar every month. (21 and older only). August 12: Book Title 'The Panopticon' by Jennifer Fagan. Gathering at 'Spice of India' 125 Main St. Ste 1 Nyack (845) 353-3663 Poets Circle - August 18 at 6:30 pm during Summer Hours. The group meets once a month, every third Monday for the purpose of sharing poems and receiving constructive feedback. This is not a class but a place to receive encouragement and support for ongoing work. Facilitated by Jim Glazer. Please register, Space is limited. www.nyacklibrary.org or call (845)358-3370 ext. 214 Exhibits Central Staircase Gallery & Blue Gallery - Artist Liza Altman / Acrylis on board CRC, Popular Materials, & LL Galleries and Karen Zucker Exhibit Case - Artist Oak Sinatra / Oil, Acrylic, Charcoal, Ink/Crayon Farm to Table Cooking - Tuesday- August 5 at 6:00 pm. With fresh vegetables grown right here in Rockland County. Presented by Bob Holbach, Chef/Owner, of Rockland Roots. Co-sponsored by the Rockland Farm Alliance. Please register, seats are limited. $5.00 materials fee, payable at the door. Carnegie Concerts: August 2, Saturday at 9:00 pm'Underground Music Festival: FlapJack and DJBABL'- By online at www.carnegieconcerts.org and at the Library Circulation Desk. Tickets: $12 In Advance/$15 At The Door (no reserved seating) August 9, Saturday at 7:30 pm- 'Beethoven: The Symphonies with Oldfather-Wyman Duo'. There were very few professional orchestras during Beethoven’s time, which made it far more common for people living in small towns and villages to hear symphonies performed by pianists instead of orchestras. Now you can go back in time and experience Beethoven’s symphonies the way they did as members of a nineteenth century audience. Christopher Oldfather & Fredrica Wyman, pianists. By online at www.carnegieconcerts.org and at the Library Circulation Desk. Nyack Library card-holders receive member ticket discount. August 23, Saturday at 7:30 pm- 'Beethoven: The Symphonies with Oldfather-Wyman Duo'. Christopher Oldfather & Fredrica Wyman, pianists. By online at www.carnegieconcerts.org and at the Library Circulation Desk. Nyack Library card-holders receive member ticket discount. Adults Arts & Craft Program - Thursday, August 14 at 7:00 pm Kumihimo Jewelry - Make your own Kumihimo weaving wheel and go home with a lovely hand-made bracelet. Presented by Elizabeth Hobson, Department Head of Technology and Out-Reach Librarian. Please register with our events calendar at www.nyacklibrary.org or call (845)358-3370 ext.214 Space is limited. Children's Programs Present to Friday, August 15 (4:15) Closing Ceremony. Come join the fun at our science-based Summer Reading Program, Fizz Boom Read for children ages 5-11! Read, get prizes and raffle tickets, come to great events,

and have fun! Please stop by the Children's Room to register or call the library at 845-358-3370, ext 228, for more information. Disney's Frozen (Movie) - August 6, Wednesday at 2:00 pm. For children ages 3 and up. Cool off on a hot summer's day by watching a screening of the movie Frozen! Sing along with all of your favorite songs. Popcorn will be served. Space is limited, please register by stopping by or calling the Children's Room. Teen Program - Join the Nyack Library Teens and inBetweens during the weeks of August 11 through August 22 and work together to design a replica of the Nyack Library in Minecraft. We will upload a video tour of our creation to compete with other libraries in Rockland and Orange Counties for the best library replica. Contact the Teen Room at 845-358-3370 ext. 236 for more information.

Rose Memorial Library Chess: Let's learn how to play. Friday, August 1st at 3:00. Ronald Keeperman, local resident, will be teaching an ongoing class on how to play chess. Parents, grandparents...bring your kids, and play along yourselves. If you have a chess set, bring it along. For ages 9 and up! TEDTalk, Friday, August 1st at 5:00. TED stands for “technology”, “entertainment” and design”. That covers a lot of subjects, and we will chose one 20 minute lecture to watch then discuss. Read to Feed Meeting, Monday, August 4th at 3:00. How is your reading going this summer? How much money do you expect to receive from your sponsor? The money raised with go to the Heifer Project. http://www.heifer.org/ Ages 9 and up! Paper Flowers – Craft! Monday, August 4th at 4:00. Let’s use tissue and crepe paper and floral tape to make a variety of lovely paper flowers. For ages 13 and up. Registration required. 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Water & Fire Experiments!, Tuesday, August 5th at 4:00. Green fire....hot ice! What?! Come to the library for more scientific experiments using basic household materials. Ages 10 and up! Friends of the Library Meeting, Tuesday, August 5th at 6:30. We sure could use your help! We will be opening our book store on Saturdays over the summer. Would you like to spend time with books and friends? Reading Buddies, Wednesday, August 6 & 13th from 4:30 – 5. Do you have a little one who enjoys reading? How about reading to a teenager! Or perhaps they would like to be read to. Join our volunteer teens in this short and fun program all about reading Teen Action Group Meeting, Wednesday, August 6th at 5:00. Come to this meeting to find out how you can volunteer for the library. What would you like to see happen at your public library? Also: Debate! Controversy! TAG controversial conversations! Pizza, too. Make a Mold - Craft Experiment, Thursday, August 7th from 4-6:00. Make mold?! No. We will be making a mold. Creating a mold that you can use over and over again and produce a replica of the original takes a bit of planning, backwards thinking, and dexterity. Be prepared to get your hands messy. Ages 9 and up! Please register. 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Zumba!, Thursday, August 7th at 7:30. Shake off those calories! Get your heart pumping! Have some fun! Join certified Zumba teacher, Lindsay Gregorio in this FREE, exciting class! Let us know that you’ll attend. 845-7862100 ext. 13 Battle of the Books, Monday, August 11st at 4:00. This is the really important meeting! We will have the actual

buzzer that will be used at the Battle! Let’s practice the trivia contest with questions and the buzzer. Paper Pots for Plants, Tuesday, August 12th at 4:00. Biodegradable, newspaper pots for plants are all the rage these days. Making them is easy and they help plants grow better than other types of temporary pots. 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Ages 9 and up! How to Skype!, Tuesday, August 12th at 6:30. What is this amazing technology that will let you communicate with someone anywhere in the world...face to face? There are various ways to do this, but we will be talking about Skype. Science Book Club, Thursday, August 14th at 4:30. This month, we will be watching a TED Talk about Fibonacci Numbers. Afterwards we will discuss this ancient numeric sequence. Very amazing! The Science of Color – Watercolor and Light, Thursday, August 14th at 6:30. Why do we see colors the way we do? We will perform some experiments to illustrate how we see color. We will also talk about the color wheel and how to create specific colors with paint. Ages 10 and up. Minecraft and Wii Night! Friday, August 15th at 5:00. We will have snacks! Page to Stage and Play With Your Food Monday, August 18th at 6:00. The Penguin Theater is teaming up with the library and local restaurant, Pasta Cucina, to offer an opportunity to look into the window of creativity in theater. At 6:00, enjoy a lovely dinner, then listen to a reading of a new play. Library patrons receive a discount on the event. Registration required: 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Tween Book Club, Tuesday August 19th at 4:00. This is an ongoing book club for kids ages 9 -12. We will be discussing Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh. Then we will make structures out of toothpicks and cheese doodles. Teen Writer’s Group, Wednesday, August 20th at 3:00. Let’s have fun using our imaginations! Create a new world, new types of people, new stories. Using writing prompts, we will spend this hour making things up. If you finish a book, and have a librarian edit it, the library will publish it and put into circulation! Fan of Fiction, Wednesday, August 20th at 4:00. What are you reading these days... or should I say, what are you obsessed with reading these days? This is the group to join if you are a fangirl, fanboy or just a devoted reader. Ages 12 and up. Lively discussion guaranteed. Book Sale!, Saturday, August 23rd from 10-3:00. This is a great volunteer opportunity for teens! Call to register: 845-786-2100 ext. 13. We will have Children’s Books, Books on CD, DVD’s and more! World of Fandom, Wednesday, August 27th at 4:00. Gaming, movies, TV and books! Bring in your fan obsession to share and talk about with other like-minded teens. Snacks will be provided. Summer Reading Program Finale, Dinner and Movie!!!, Thursday, August 28th starting at 5:00. Who read the most books this summer? Find out at this mega event! Prizes will be given. Then we will have dinner (pizza and more) and watch a movie. After the movie, we will join Keith Murdock to look through telescopes to view the wonders of the sky. See below. Stargazing with Keith Murdock, Thursday, August 28th at 8:00. Keith Murdock, our own local astronomer, will bring a couple telescopes for you to look through! We will meet at the library and then walk to our property at 61 East Main St. to set up and view the wonders of the night sky.

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Dancing. No Reception. Meditation Series: Finding Peace. Thursdays at 10:30am. Relaxation and meditation can greatly benefit our lives. Carole Brill uses music, breath gentle Qi Kung exercises and simple meditation techniques which you will also be able to practice at home. Nyack School District residents: $5. Out-of-District: $8. Please register. Wednesday Matinee Movies at 2pm. See the movies you missed on the big screen: Aug. 6 - RUSH; Aug. 13 In A World; Aug. 20 - Lone Survivor; Aug. 27 - Dallas Buyers Club. Daytime Discussions: Tues., Aug. 5 at 2pm – All Over Creation by Ruth Ozeki. Join librarians Ashley and Katie for a lively discussion. Book & Pub Club - Nyack and Valley Cottage Libraries have joined forces with a new book club geared toward 21 to 30-somethings! We meet in a different local bar and discuss a book over drinks. (21+ only). Tues., Aug. 12 at 7pm – Spice of India, 125 Main St., Nyack. The Panopticon by Jenni Fagan - Books are available now at the library for checkout. Scholar-led Discussion - Reading Virginia Woolf. Thurs., Aug. 21 at 7pm: Mrs. Dalloway. Discussion led by Dr. Vara Neverow, a Virginia Woolf scholar. Dr. Neverow is past president of the International Virginia Woolf Society and editor of the Virginia Woolf Miscellany. Books are available now at the library for checkout. See the Movie too! Thurs., Aug. 14 at 7pm: Mrs. Dalloway with Vanessa Redgrave. Book Talk Café - Mon., Aug. 25 at 7pm. We’re wrapping up the Summer Reading Club for adults this evening! Join us for good conversation, good food, prizes and great resources. Bring in your favorite book that you read over the summer to share with others.

West Nyack Free Library Summer Reading Clubs - It's not too late to register! Children Fizz! Boom! READ! 2014 Summer Reading Program. WHAT: Books, Events, Stickers & Prizes! WHO: Kids of All Ages! Babies - Kindergartner's (Read With Me Club). Kids entering Grades 1 - 6 (Independent Reader's Club). WHEN: June 30 to August 12. Register online: ny.evanced.info/westnyack/sr/homepage.asp or call us at 845-358-6081. Registration began June 12. Teen SPARK a Reaction - The 2014 Teen Summer Reading Program. Open to students in grades 6 - 12. Registration began on June 20. Teens should come to the library to pick up their registration packet. Make sure you register in order to be eligible for awesome prizes! Register online: https://ny.evanced.info/westnyack/sr/homepage.asp?ProgramID=17 or call us at 845-358-6081. Adult Easy Breezy Summer Reading Club - Tuesday, July 1 to Wednesday, August 13. Read your way yo fun and prizes with the Summer Reading Club! Adults 18 and up can register at the library or online on our website: https://ny.evanced.info/westnyack/sr/homepage.asp?Pr ogramID=19. Read or listen to a book then fill out a form in the library to enter. Prizes include two $25 gift certificates to Target and one $50 gift card to Amazon. Winners will be chosen at the Guilt Free Desserts Program on August 13 at 7 PM. Adult Programs Beautiful Beaded Bracelet - Wednesday, August 6 at 6:45 PM. Create a Czech glass right angle weave bracelet with instructor Amy Kanarik. A $10.00 materials fee is required. Limited registration began July 23. Guilt Free Desserts - Wednesday, August 13 at 7 PM.

Join us for a delicious evening with chocolate pudding and oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Diane Hoch is back to teach the techniques of creating healthy desserts. There will be a drawing at the end of the program for the winners of the Adult Summer Reading Club gift certificates. Registration began July 30. Teen Programs Ice Candles - Thursday, August 7 at 6:30 PM. What can you do with wax and water? Be creative and learn how to make your own candle using ice and crayons. Cupcake Wars - Closing Summer Reading Program. Monday, August 11 at 6:30 PM. Do you have what it takes for a throw down? Participants will end our Summer Reading Program by decorating cupcakes with their vision of our them "Spark a Reaction!" Prizes and bragging rights will be awarded to our winners. Free ACT Practice Exam - Saturday, August 16 from 11 AM to 3:30 PM. Join us at the library for a free practice ACT Exam from Kaplan. A practice test is one of the best ways to get ready for the real thing. Participants will receive a complete analysis of their results via email. Free PSAT Practice Exam - Monday, August 23 from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Kaplan will host a free practice PSAT at the library. Students will receive a complete analysis of their results back via email. It's never too early to start thinking about your future. Free SAT Practice Exam - Monday, August 25 from 2 PM to 6:30 PM. Join us at the library for a free practice SAT exam from Kaplan. A practice test is one of the best ways to get ready for the real thing. Participants will receive a complete analysis of their results via email. Saturday Movie Matinees at 1:30 PM. August 2. Grand Budapest Hotel. (R) 100 Min. Drama, Comedy. August 9 - Generation War. German with English subtitles. (R) 131 Min. Drama Wednesday Kid Movie Matinee at 10:30 AM August 13. Pirate Fairy. 1 hour 18 Min. Animated, fantasy

Other events Haverstraw Brick Museum announces a Tag Sale on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at the Haverstraw Brick Museum. The hours are 12:00 PM –4:00 PM. The HBM is located 12 Main Street, Haverstraw. There will be something for people of all ages. Clothes for the whole family, Children’s Toys, Household items, Christmas decorations, entertainment center, etc... Dennis P. McHugh Piermont Public Library presents "Transcending Stillness in the Still Image". Photographs by Piermont resident Daniel Spitzer. August. Reception Sunday August 3, 2-4 pm. The Tappan Reformed Church is having their “1st Annual Apple Festival” on Saturday, September 27th from 9am-1pm. Come enjoy a tasty Pancake Breakfast! We will be featuring Home Made pies, cakes & muffins. We promise you won’t leave hungry. Admission is $10 for Adults, $9 for Seniors and $6 for children (10 and under). Call 845-359-1694 for further info.

Wining & 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. 845624-3070. Big Red Tomato - 9 Main Street, Haverstraw. 845269-3746. Bin 41 - 41 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. (845)735-4111. Bon Giovanni - 61 E. Main Street, Ramsey, NJ. 201-825-1111. Bourbon Street of Nyack – 132 Main Street, Nyack.. 727-4954. 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) 358-2801 Del’Arte Restaurant - 20 Mountainview Avenue, Orangeburg - 365-2727. Ella New York Pizza & Pasta - 137 South Main St., New City. 638-6184. Emmett’s Castle at Blue Hill - 285 Blue Hill Road, Pearl River. 845-735-3504. Freelance Cafe & Wine Bar - 506 Piermont Avenue, Piermont. 365-3250. Grille Room at Patriot Hills - 19 Club House Lane, Stony Point. 429-6050. Harbor Hill Bar & Grill - 91 Main Street, Nyack. 845-358-3202. Hudson House - 134 Main Street, Nyack. 3531355. American & Continental cuisine. Hudson Water Club, West Haverstraw Marina, 606 Beach Road, West Haverstraw. 271 4046. Il Fresco - 15 Kings Highway, Orangeburg. 3980200. Jimmy’s on Main - 149 Main Street, Nanuet. (845) 623-6246. Joe & Joe Restaurant - 65 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. (845) 620-1800. Jolie’s - 4 New Valley Road, New City. 845-7096733. Kennelly’s Family Restaurant - 926 S. Rte 9W, Congers. 845-268-2587. La Fontana Family Italian Restaurant – 93-95 S. Broadway, Nyack. 358-3770. La Triestina - 75 North Route 9W, Congers. 268-

9671. Lizzie’s - 486 Piermont Avenue, Piermont. 845680-8840. Louie’s on the Avenue - 160 E. Central Ave., Pearl River. 735-4344. Lynch’s Restaurant - 79A Route 9W, Stony Point. 845-553-9300. The Manna Cafe - 106 Main Street, Nyack. 3533758. 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. Nyack Sushi - 18 S. Franklin Street, Nyack. 3481689. Olde Village Inn - 97 Main Street, Nyack. 3581160. Ole Ole Restaurant Bar & Grille - 100 Orange ave., Suffern. 368-3058. Olive’s Bar & Restaurant - 118 Main Street, Nyack. O’Malleys Bar and Restaurant - 108 Main St., Nyack. 727-0514. Pasta Cucina of Stony Point - Rte 9W at Patriot Square, Stony Point. 786-6060. Pasta Cucina - 8 Airmont Road, Suffern. 3691313. Playhouse Market - 20 South Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-3575. Russo’s House of Pizza - 2 Veterans Parkway, Pearl River. 845-735-0867. Pizza Express - 19 S. Route 9W, Haverstraw. 4295400. 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. Ravi Restaurant, 150 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern. 369-7284. Restaurant X & Bully Boy Bar - 117 South Route 303, Congers. 268-6555. The River Club - Burd Street on the Hudson River, Nyack. 358-0220. Sazone - 191 S. Main St. (Town Plaza), New City. 845 499 2660. Sonoma Grille - 100 Mt. Ivy Road, Thiells. 845354-8900. 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. 3585440. Two Spear Street - 2 Spear Street, Nyack. 3533200. Union Restaurant & Bar Latino - 24 New Main Street, Haverstraw. 429-4354. UNoodles Snack Bar - 14 Main Street, Haverstraw. 845-947-7625. 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 At Your Service NY Catering - (914) 310-1736. Del’Arte Restaurant - 20 Mountainview Avenue, Orangeburg - 365-2727. Entree Vous - 14 Thiells Mount Ivy Road, Pomona. 517-0750. La Fontanella Ristorante Italiano & Catering 845-398-3400. Regency Banquet and Conference Center 425 E. Route 59, Nanuet. (845) 623-6000 Terrace on the Hudson - 21 S. Route 9W, Haverstraw. 429-1900. Northern Comfort Catering - 845-445-7332. www.nococatering.com Town & Country Caterers - 845-268-9291.

Cafes/Delis/Bakeries Corner bakery Cafe - 75 Rte 59 W, Nanuet. 845-6270200. Dish Deli - Also catering. 366 Rte 9W, Upper Nyack. 358-0821. DD Patisserie, 163 Main Street, Nyack. 353-2031. Hartell’s Deli & Grocery – 326 North Broadway, Upper Nyack. 358-1250. Cold cuts, salads. Just Buns - 33 Lake Road, Congers. 845-589-0357. Luigi O’Grady’s Deli - 102 N. Middletown Rd., Pearl River. 845-735-9110. Mountainview Deli - Mt. Ivy Shopping Plaza, Pomona. . 354-4253. Torino’s Salumeria & Catering - 135 E. Erie Street, Blauvelt. 365-1340.

Music West Gate Lounge at the Best Western, 26 Route 59, Nyack. 358-8100. Every Saturday - Sizzling Latin Night. Salsa Dance Lessons - 8 pm - 10;m. Cover charge.

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

Attorneys Composto & Composto - 15 N. Mill Street, Suite 218, Nyack 845-639-7586 DeMoya & Associates - 163 South Main Street, New City.845-639-4600. wwwdemoyalaw.com. Terry Faherty - 20 S. Main St., New City. 845 638 6495. Gary Lipton, Esq - 55 Old Turnpike Road, Suite 304, Nanuet. 624-0100. Mediation Associates of NY and NJ, 15 N. Mill Street, Nyack. (877) 666-9601. Mark S. Paige - 146 Maple Ave., New City. 845 639 0981. Larry Weissmann - 2 Crosfield Avenue, Suite 210, West Nyack. 845-535-3700.

Automobiles & Motorbikes Castrol Premium Lube - 31 Rte 59, Nyack. 845-3487095. Cefola’s Clarkstown Auto Lube - 143 Rte 303, Valley Cottage. 845 268 3138. Clarkstown International Collision - 95 Route 304, Nanuet. 845 627 3100. EZ Perfection Auto Body & Collision - 191 N. Route 9W, Congers. 845-268-1790. Hond-A-Medic - 187 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 845-268-6002. JR Motorsport - 39 Rte 9W, Haverstraw. 845-4290141. Kevin’s Ace Repairs - 52 Main Street, Nyack. 3584975. Letizia Brothers of Rockland - 150 Rte 304, Nanuet. 845 623 0019. Luke’s Auto Body - 22 Maple Ave., Haverstraw. 845429-2002.

Street, New City. 845-634-3447.

Banks Greg Della Penna - Citizen’s Bank. 914-262-8821. gregory.s.dellapenna@citizensbank.com. Hudson Valley Bank - 254 S. Main Street, New City/ 4 Executive Blvd, Suffern. M&T Bank - mtb.com/medical.

County Carpet and Flooring, 115 North Route 9W, Congers. 267-0800.

Chiropractors Beauty 122 Park Salon - 122 Park Av, New City. 499-2080 Bella Tu Med Spa - 172 Main Street, Nyack. 7277000. Escape Skin Care Salon - 7 West Central Avenue, Pearl River. 845-920-1520. European Wax Center - 186 N. Main St., New City. 845-634-9299. Facewear Makeup Studio - 624-6565. Innovative Esthetics - 274 N. Middletown Rd, Pearl River. 845-735-2610. Lief Beauty Boutique - 85 S. Broadway, Suite #7, Nyack. 845-641-9540. Juliet Stewart - 845-358-8419. Salon Allure - 368 New Hempstead rd, New City. 845-708-5878 Yuva Laser and Skin Care - 135A South Main Street, New City. 845-709-6300.

Bed & Breakfast Bricktown Inn - 112 Hudson Av., Haverstraw. 4298447.

Brides A Personal Touch - 40 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River. 845.735.4200. Bridal Accents - 87 Maple Avenue, New City. 6383956. Lavinia’s Bridal & Formals, 130 Rte. 202, Garnerville. 354-5444.

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. Robin Hill School and Camp - 70 Wesley Chapel Road, Suffern. 845-354-3366. Rockland Summer Rock Band Camp - 30-34 New Street, Nyack. 845-709-5930.

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

Carpet/Flooring

Cards & Gifts Hallmark Gift & Card Gallery - 234 South Main

Castro Chiropractic - 300 N. Middletown Road, Suite 2, Pearl River. 845-620-0939. Complete Chiropractic Care & Massage Therapy - Dr. David Klayman. 9 Ingalls Street, Central Nyack. 353-2001. Dr. Joanne Gjelsten - 150 S Broadway, Nyack. 3582687. 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 New Life Chiropractic - 132 Park Ave., New City 517-0520.

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.templebethsholom.info Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Rockland County - 130 Concklin Road, Pomona. www.uurocklandny.com

Cleaning Green Life Maids - 267-8960. Merry Maids - 634-9000.

Clothing Dusty Rose - 170 South Main Street, Suite 2, New City. 845-638-1133. Lavinia’s Bridal & Formals, 130 Rte. 202, Garnerville. 354-5444. Gena Lisa Lingerie, 17 North Broadway, Nyack. 845358-4400. Maria Luisa - 77 South Broadway, Nyack. 353-4122. Women’s clothing and accessories. ML Gifts Accessories - 75 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-1293.

Computer AAccess Net - 98 Maple Avenue, New City. 845 634 6299. Eagle Tech - 62 S. Main Street, Pearl River. Geezer Geeks - 727-1176.

New Vision Technologies - (845) 353-HELP. www.newVtech.com Nyack Computer - 348-9898. Rockland County Computers - 845-3646773.www.RocklandCountyComputers.com Tek Defender-914-319-8155.

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

Construction Alternative Building Concepts - 845-365-5242. Aspect Contracting - 845-480-5703. aspectcontracting.com. Comito Construction - 845-268-0847. Empire State Builders & Contractors, New City 845-425-0003. Executive Homes - 32 South Main Street, New City. (845) 634-3416. Frank Fuchs Construction - 845-893-5448. Glen Eagle Homes - 914 262 1402. Hendo Contracting - 19 Third St, New City. 845-6380555 Interior Concepts - Sean Relihan, 845-735-2245. Cell - 845-629-9729. Johnny FixIt - www.johnnyfixit.com. 845-244-1776. Just Exteriors Plus - (845) 227-7488. www.justexteriors.com. Peluso Construction - 845-638-6210. www.pelusoinc.com. Plumb Level Square - 845 641 6031. Ravenwood Custom Carpentry - 845 371 8000. www.ravenwood.biz. RWS Building & Remodeling - 845-213-2131, 201749-1001

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 - 845-9427600.

Dance Studio Coupe Theatre Studio - 845-623-2808. www.coupedance.com Vicki Dance Studio - 61 Maple Avenue, New City. 845 634 2202.

Day Spa Lazur La Vie Laser Centre and Day Spa - 267 Main Street, Nyack. 845 623 6140, or www.lazurlavie.com.

Dentists/Orthodontics 21st Century Pediatric Dentistry - 265 N. Highland Avenue, Nyack. 845-512-8434. 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. Cosmetic Dentistry Associates - 1540 Rte 202, Pomona. 364-0400. Kastin & Newman Orthodontics - 6 Medical Park Drive, Pomona. 845 354-7233. Nyack Pediatric Dentistry - 265 N. Highland Avenue, Rte. 9W, Suite 101, Nyack. 845-512-8434. 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 Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine 408 Airport Executive Park, Nanuet. 425-0555. www.sportsdocmd.com. Dr. Joshua Chesir - 337 North Main Street, New City. 845-634-7900. Clarkstown Pediatrics - 35 Smith St., Nanuet. 845623-1000. New City 845-352-5511. Stony Point 845786-5776. Clarkstown Urology - 301 N. Main Street, Suite 2, New City. 638-0400. 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 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. George Liberis - 180 Phillips Hill Road, New City. 354-8304. Nyack Pediatric Assocs - 311 N. Midland Avenue, Nyack. 358-5437. Palisades Laser Eye Center, 3 Medical Park Drive, Pomona. 364 9767. Palisades Pulmonary & Medical - 2 Medical Park Drive, Suite 3, West Nyack. (845) 727-7733. Pediatric Physical Therapy - 217 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-6010. Piermont Gynecology - Janis L. Enzenbacher, MD, 105 Shad Row, Suite 1B, Piermont. 845-680-6600. Dr. Mike Pilar, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770. Cell: (914) 414-8355. Ramapo Medical Services - 222 Rte 59, Suite 106, Suffern. 357-9400. 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. Renee Sliva, podiatrist, 267 Main St (Gateway to Nyack)., Nyack. (845) 353-8262.

Electrical Contracting De Leonardis Electrical - 947-1572. Hush Electrical Contracting - 845-942-4874; cell: 845-721-3476. Romeo Electric - 78 Sickles Avenue, Nyack. 845825-1053.

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

Eyecare Family Vision & Learning Center - 1 Executive Blvd., Suite 105A, Suffern. 369-3235. 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 one-stop shopping for all your fencing needs.

Financial Advice Anthony Annunziata - New England Financial, 120 White Plains Road, Suite 135, Tarrytown. (914) 5702528. Debany Financial Group - 303 South Broadway, Sutie 103, Tarrytown, NY. 914-366-4900, Ext. 101 Chestnut Investment Group - 4 Executive Blvd., Suite 204, Suffern. 369-0016. 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 A & R Alarm Corp - 60 South Main St., New City. 634-9669/425-1100. Bullet Security - 400 East Route 59, Nanuet. 6270300. Inter County Alarm Systems - 200 Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-8900. DTM Installations - 354-0301. Burglar and fire alarms.

Flowers and Plants Bassett Flowers - 305 S. Main St., New City, NY 845-634-3638. Brownsell Florist - 147 Rte. 9W, Haverstraw. 4292266. Dykstra Florist and Greenhouse - 520 Chestnut Ridge Road, Spring valley. (845) 356-0112. Tappan Zee Florist – 176 Main Street, Nyack. 3582544. Lee Vasquez Floral Design - 365-0315. www.lady-

buglee.com.

Food Mrs. Green’s Natural Market - 26 Indian Rock Shopping Center, Suffern. Old World Food Market - 40 Route 59, Nyack. 845512-8882. Rockland Seafood - 110 Route 304, Bardonia. 845624-3660.

Funeral Homes George M. Holt Funeral Home - 50 New Main Street, Haverstraw. (845) 429-2159. Sorce Funeral Home - 782 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-358-4433.

Galleries Amis Gallery - 79 1/2 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845358-3706.

Graphic Design Arlene Levine Design www.arlenelevine.com.

845-727-1175

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

Hair and Nails 122 Park Salon - 122 Park Avenue, New City. 845499-2080 Changing Heads - 101 Main Street, Tappan. 845680-6468. Christine Cordey Salon - 66 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845 675 7950. Euphoria Hair Gallery - 740B West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-353 5556. Fantastic Waves - 6 Old Lake Road, Valley Cottage. (845) 268-6524. Halo Hair & Color Group - 4 North Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-4802. Professional Royal Barber Shop - 2 Depot Square, Sparkill. 845-359-4555. Salon Allure - 368 New Hempstead Rd, New City, NY. 845-708-5878. Smith Grieve Hair - 101 Main Street, Tappan. 6806468. Shear Magique Hair Studio - 14 Thiells Mt. Ivy Road, Pomona. 845-429-1798.

Hearing Hearing Solutions - 219 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 6235020. Hudson Valley Audiology Center - 500 New Hempstead Road, New City. (845) 406-9993. Pearl River Hearing Center - 17 East Central Avenue, Pearl River. 845-735-3277.

Health Care A&T HEALTHCARE - 845-638-4342.

Always Best Care - www.alwaysbestcarelowerhudsonvalley.com or (845) 918-1991. Brentwood Sub-Acute Center - 201-768-6222. Home Aides of Rockland - providing care for the frail, elderly, chronically ill and disabled in Rockland County. 845-634-2024 www.homeaides.org. Find us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Mobile Family Health - Nurse Practitioner Care 845-608-7559. AnnRhodes@hotmail.com Venolase Vascular Medicine - Palisades Professional Center, 2 Medical Park, Suite 4, West Nyack. (845) 358-8878. VNS Westchester - 1 914 682 1480, 1-888-FORVSNW.

Health and Fitness Advanced Body Personal and Athletic Training Center - 174 Main Street, Nyack. 845-300-2776. Blissful Spa Massage Therapy - 198 Main Street. 353 6439. Body Bank Fitness - 16 Squadron Blvd., New City. 845-499-2366. Body Quest - 582 Route 303, Blauvelt. 845-680-0254. Burn Cycle Studio - 845-499-2366. Cellulite & Body Sculpting Treatment Center - 3 Main Street, Nyack. 845-353-3088. Curves of Blauvelt - 135 E. Erie Street, Blauvelt. 845-359-6565. Curves of New City - 170 S. Main St., New City. 845-708-0700. Diplomat Health & Swim Club - 1101 Overlook Circle, Piermont. 359-2401. Elevation Fitness - 69 South Main Street, New City. 639-7772. Elite Chinese Martial Arts - 1633 Rte 202, Pomona. 845 364 9200. Fitchick Fitness - Randi@FitchickFitness.com. 914 584 1253. HGH Centers of America - 20 Squadron Blvd, New City. 536-7758. Innovative Esthetics - 274 N. Middletown Road, Pearl River. 735-2610. JCC Rockland - 450 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-362-4400. Laser Hair Associates of Rockland - 34-36 East Central Ave., Pearl River. 920-8490. Malandra Martial Arts - 14a Lafayette, Suffern. 845-368-0995. Massage Envy Spa - Rockland Plaza Shopping Center, Rte. 59, Middletown Road, Nanuet. (845) 623 3111. Nyack Fitness - 82 South Franklin, Nyack. 358-0414. www.nyackfitness.com. Nyack Integrated Health Services - 42 Main St., Suite 203, Nyack. 845-353-3267. Nyack YMCA - 35 South Broadway. 358-0245. Pilates Central - 120 Fifth Avenue, Nyack. 845-3581166. www.pilatescentralnyack.com. Power Plus Training - 41 Rte. 59, Nyack. 480-5434. Premier Fitness - 430 Nanuet Mall South, Nanuet. 920-0501. ReNew Day Retreat - Daryl Slattery. Movementwithbreath@gmail.com. 845-304-5684. Skincerely Med Spa - 510 Route 304, New City. 845-639-7546. Stay Fit Seniors - 285 North Route 303, Congers.

1507 Route 202, Pomona. Congers - 845-268-5122. Pomona - 845 354-7921. Title Boxing Club - 253 Rt. 59, Nanuet. 845-6713100. Your Journey Yoga Studio - 9 Ingalls St., Nyack. 845-893-9341.

Home Improvement Architectural Metal & Glass Inc, 5 Bridge Street, Garnerville - 845 942 8848. Closet Concepts - 845-639-3003, 201-575-3371 Fireplaces by Design, 120 Rte 59, Hillburn - 3576062. HNST Mold Inspections - New York - 845 215 9258. New Jersey - 201 733 0091.

Home and Furniture Custom Shelving Solutions - 174 Quaspeck Blvd., Valley Cottage. (845)267-8961. Fireplaces By Design - 120 Route 59, Hillburn. 845357-6062. L. Decor - 143 North Route 9W, Congers. 845-5890909. Lites Plus - 210 Rte. 59, Nanuet. (845) 215 9903. Merry Go Round Home Furnishing - 34 Wayne Avenue, Suffern. (845) 369-3100. Mahwah, NJ., (201) 790-6006.

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

Horseback Riding Nickel-O Farms, 369 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. 353-8006.

Hotels Best Western Nyack On Hudson -2 6 Route 59, Nyack. 845-358-8100 www.bestwestern.com/nyackonhudson. Candlewood Suites - 20 Overlook Blvd., Nanuet. (845)371-4445. Comfort Inn & Suites - 425 East Route 59, Nanuet, 845-623-6000. www.comfortinn.com/hotel/NY188. Holiday Inn Orangeburg - 329 Rte 303, Orangeburg. (845) 359-7000. New Crowne Plaza Hotel - 3 Executive Blvd., Suffern. 845-357-4800.

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. 3594114. 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.

Raymond Sheridan Insurance & Financial Services - 19 E. Washington Ave., Pearl River. 845735-8080.

Pharmacy Liquor/Wine/Beer Stores

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 KAC Studios Inc - 48 Burd Street, Suite 104, Nyack. (845) 535-3390.

Hartell’s Wines & Liquors – 326 North Broadway, Nyack. 358-1575. Complete line of wines and liquors. 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.

Investment Broker

Medical Services

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

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

Interior Decorating

Invitations Expressions Unlimited 845-398-1605. www.expressionsunlimited.invitations.com. Paperkat Design - Graphic design, custom invitations and stationery. www.paperkatdesign.com

Jewelry & Accessories Barry’s Estate Jewelry - 295 Rte304, Bardonia. 6247100. Original Designs - 187 S. Main Street, New City. 634-1335. Somos Creations - 78 South Broadway, Nyack. 3483636. Strawtown Jewelry - 40 South Main Street, New City. 358-4911. The Jewelry Gallery - 32 South Liberty Drive (Rte 9W), Stony Point. 429-2613.

Mortgages First Meridian Mortgage - Ann Zeilingold - 1609 Rt. 202, 2nd Floor, Pomona. (845) 354-9700. United Fidelity Mortgage - 53 Burd St., Nyack 6381404 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage - 490 Rt. 304, New City. 639-2731. Moving Companies Santi Express - 616 Corporate Way, Suite 7, Valley Cottage. 268-1600. Slattery Moving & Storage - 845-727-1800.

Music Lessons Kitchen/Bathroom Design Greene & Roth - 298 Route 304, Bardonia. 845-6233863. R&S Cabinets - 66 Water Street, Pearl River. 6209012. South Mountain Kitchens - 161 Camp Hill Road, Pomona. (845) 362-1144.

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

Koblin’s Pharmacy – 96 Main Street, Nyack. 3580688.

Photography Beth Capuano Photography - 845-348-0820 www.bethcapuano.com. Sal Cordaro Photography - 94 Depot Place, Nyack. 845 358 9278. or scphoto@optonline.net. Dan Lungen Photography - 845-667-9084. www.DanLungen.com. 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. 845-578-9898. 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 Advanced Plastic Surgery Center & Escape Medi Spa - 150 S. Pearl Street, Pearl River. 623 6141. 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 Networking The Business Circle - the businesscircleny.com. Rockland Business Women’s Network(RBWN) www.rbwn.org

Ken Malone Plumbing & Heating - 845 353 1748.. CV Plumbing, Heating & Air - 845-942-4700, 845553-9051.

Psychotherapist Landscapers/Trees

Parties & Special Events

Cusack Landscaping - (845) 634-1227 or e-mail cusacklandscaping@msn.com Custom Garden Landscaping - 845-735-6165 or 201-391-3806. D&D Tree & Landscaping - www.ddtreelandscape.com. 845-627-2555. DeStaso Landscaping - 845-639-0301. Edge Landscaping - 845-398-3032. Majestic Lawn Care - 845-708-2988. Michael Naclerio, Inc. - (845) 627-3880. ProCut Landscaping - 845-727-8815. Second Nature Lawn Care - 845-735-2331.

Platzl Brauhaus, 127 Call Hollow Rd., Pomona. www.platzlbrauhaus.com.

Limousine Service Marathon Limousine - 845-359-2800, 800-949-9444

Pet Care Camp BowWow - 101 Rte. 304, Nanuet. 845 5070068. Fancy Tales Pet Grooming - 124 Rte 304, Bardonia. 845-353-6301 Musbro Kennels - 183 Route 303, Orangeburg. (845) 359-4550.

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

Steven Lee, PhD / Licensed Psychologist/ Adults, Adolescents & Children/ Psychodynamic Mediation: Couples, Families /Nyack/ 914-582-6725 Carol McGann, M.S. Ed., Cht. 359-8509. Gayle Skovron, LCSW-R - 914-450-2413. Andrea Waronker - Psychotherapist. (914) 5726201.

Real Estate 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 Budoff - Coldwell Banker - 170 N. Main St., New City. office: 845-638-8950; cell: 914-393-5361

Donna Cox - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty,, 20 South Main Street, New City. 770-1204 Carmen DiBiase - Re/Max Professional Realtors. Cell (845) 304-2305. Melvin Goldstein - Coldwell Banker, cell 845-6420903. MelGoldstein.com. Stephanie Ferrante Hirsch - Keller Williams, 845639-4947. Joanne Finocchio - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty, 268 S. Main Street, Nanuet. (845) 634-4202, Ext. 123. Milton Katcher - Round House Properties. cell: 845641-9979, office: 845-848-2300. John Kovencz, Better Homes & Gardens/Rand Realty. 914-523-2953. movetonyack.com. Lydecker Realty - The Corner of Main and Franklin, Nyack. 358-3700. Frank Mancione - Lydecker Realty, (914) 953-0494. Lauren Muller - Better Homes & Gardens Realty 845-216-3712. 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: 914-2631258. Madeline Wiebicke - Cell: 641-4333. Walnut Hill Apartments - 845-429-3033. Wright Bros. - 53 South Broadway, Nyack. 3583050. Oldest realtor in Nyack.

Skiing Mount Peter Ski & Ride - 51 Old Mt. Peter Road, Warwick, NY. 845-986-4940. Tuxedo Ridge Ski Center - 581 Route 17A, Tuxedo, NY. 845-351-1122.

Edward Corey Roofing - 845-358-5848. www.edcorey.com. Empire State Builders & Contractors, New City 845-425-0003.

Schools, Camps & Day Care Blue Rock School - 110 Demarest Mill Road, WEst Nyack. 845-627-0234. Campus Fun & Learn Center (RCC)- 145 College Road, RCC. 845-574-4561. LIU University - 70 Rte 340, Orangeburg. 845 450 5402. Nursery School of the Nyacks - 300 N. Broadway, Nyack. 348-3268. Palisades School House - 620 Western Highway, Blauvelt. 845-365-6705. Rockland Country Day School - 34 Kings Highway, Congers. 268-6802. Rockland County YMCA Nursery School - 35 South Broadway, Nyack, 358-0245. Stage Left Children’s Theatrer - 111 Route 303, Ste 113, Tappan, NY

Joseph A. Lux, CPA - 358-1929. www.joelux.com. ISI Solar - Solar system designers and installation. 845-708-0800. Revolusun - 38 S. Franklin St., Nyack. 845-358-0800. Sun Blue Energy - 917-386-5050

Specialty Shops Bee Alive - 19 North Broadway, Nyack. (845) 7277775. 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. LaBamba Grocery & Restaurant - 627 Main Street, Sparkill. 845-365-1859. Sanctuary, 60 South Broadway, Nyack. 353-2126. Squash Blossom - 49 Burd Street, Nyack. 353-0550. Authentic American Indian jewelry.

A. & N. Rappaport Lock & Alarm Inc. - 31 New Main Street, Haverstraw. 429-8400. Double Take Promotions & Printing - 845 598 3175. www.doubletakepp.com Global Private Investigations - Rockland - (845) 634-1683. Global Speech Solutions - 845-680-6574. 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. MedWise Insurance Advocacy - 845-238-2532. Mosquito Squad - 845 215 9248. Cell # 845 405 3344. Rockland Mediation Center - 15 N. Mill Street, Suite 217, Nyack. 512-8730. Practice Perfect - 845 547 0457. practicepefectprep.com. Preservation of Wealth - 845-548-1769. Rockland Band Camp - 845-709-5930. guitarhelper@guitarhelpernet. Video Magic Productions - 12 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. 845 623 2124.

Security Systems Bullet Security - 400 E. Rte 59, Nanuet. 627-0300. 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.

Tax & Accounting

Solar Energy

Special Services

Roofing & Siding

Together Our Unity Can Heal - 209 Rte 9W North, Congers. 845 268 8023. VCS Inc. - 77 S. Main Street, New City. 634-5729.

Special Organizations 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.

Thrift Shops Grace’s Thrift Shop - 10 S. Broadway,Nyack. 3587488. Nyack Hospital Thrift Shop - also known as New To You - 142 Main Street, Nyack. 358.7933 Tappan Zee Thrift Shop - 454 Piermont Avenue Piermont, 359-5753.

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

Toys Funny Business - 130 Main Street, Nyack. 845-348 4747.

Travel Anywhere Travel - 151 South Main St., Suite 106, New City. 845-634-8770. Carber Travel - 4 Round House Road, Piermont. 3595499. Go Away Travel - 353-3447. West Point Tours Trailways - 845-561-2671.

Upholstery Pirate Boat Covers - 845-369-3606 or 631-7668851.

Veterinarians Palisades Mobile Vet, 183 Rte 303, Orangeburg. 845 398 PETS. Valley Cottage Animal Hospital - 202 N. Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-9263.

Water Systems Abbey Ecowater Systems - 356-1700 or 800-3561770. Culligan Water - 634-5030.

Wedding Locations Falkirk Estate and Country Club - 206 Smith Clove Road, Central Valley, NY. 845-928-8060 Paramount Country Club, New City. 845-634-4626. 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. 2680463.