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MARCH, 2015

RIVERTOWN MARCH, 2015

• An English manor house - in Nyack

Special tribute: John Murphy retires after 44 inspiring years

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YOU NEVER KNOW...where you’ll see Rivertown. Our magazine has been all over the world - from Dallas to Slovakia.

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BETTER BODIES - Inspire Pilates and Fitness has a program for everyone - and every body. MUSIC GANG - Nyack High School Drama Club is offering the great show, The Music Man

SPECIAL FESTIVAL - JCC Rockland presents the seventh annual ReelAbilities Film Festival.

MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGH Dr. Mike Pilar has the answer to a problem that affects millions of us.

MANOR HOUSE - You’ll love this gorgeous home that’s currently on the market - it looks just like an English manor.

FURNITURE MEDIC...will transform old pieces of furniture anf revamp your kitchen.

ROMANTIC FEAST Marcello’s Ristorante is celebrating 29th anniversary with a day of music and food.

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DYNAMIC DUO - Meet a brother and sister who have two solutions to your problems.

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SUPER PAINTER - Minh’s Painting will give your home a facelift.

THE ART OF FOOD - Del’Arte keeps getting better - and they’ve got some surprises in store.

FIGHTING PAIN - Gramercy Pain Management sets the gold standard for getting a better quality of life.

MIGHTY MURPHY - John Murphy is retiring from the Rockland County Legislature after 44 inspiring years. He talks to Rivertown.

THE PHOTO DOCTOR - Dr. Arnold Roufa has an impressive display of his incredible riverscape photos.

LIFE SECURITY - Barry P. Debany can help clients plan their futures.

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MOVE OVER CAKE BOSS Meet Rockland’s wonderful bakery.

FITNESS EXPERTS - Procore Physical Therapy has some very prestigious credentials.

HARNESSING THE SUN - An exciting solar power company rises in Pearl River

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Looking like Mr. Magoo: Simon Cowell suffers from it. So does Sean Penn. It’s the hottest new complaint out there. And you wouldn’t believe how many people suffer from it! It’s called Bad Resting Face. And, no I’m not making this up. Bad Resting Face is where you may be happy inside – but your face constantly looks miserable. My friend Dennis suffers from it. He’s one of the nicest guys you could find. Has a wonderful sense of humor. But if you look at him when his face is at rest, he looks totally miserable. He looks like he sucked a barrel of lemons. Imagine Mr. Magoo crossed with Elmer Fudd. It’s also known as Bitchy Resting Face. The Urban Dictionary sums it up this way: “A bitchy alternative to the usual blank look most people have. This is a condition affecting the facial muscles, suffered by millions worldwide. People suffering from bitchy resting face (BRF) have the tendency to look hostile at rest. Their expression does not necessarily reflect how they are feeling inside. BRF can ruin friendships and first impressions, start fights and kill an atmosphere.” Kanye West is one of the worst sufferers. That man never looks happy – and he’s got one of the most lusted after wives in the world. BRF started off as a joke on the internet. But then the medical establishment jumped in and confirmed that it really exists. Michigan plastic surgeon Dr. Anthony Youn commented: “Bitchy resting face is a definite phenomenon that plastic surgeons like myself have described, just never with that term. “Basically many of us have features that we inherit and /or develop with age that can make us look unpleasant, grumpy,

or even, yes, bitchy.” The good doctor actually does about 20 “grin lifts” every year. My friend Dennis says he won’t be having a “grin lift”. He thinks he looks just fine as he is. I’m glad to say that my wife Candice has a Beautiful Resting Face. Me? I just have an SRF - that’s Sagging Resting Face to you! Text Mad: While we’re talking about initials, a friend sent me these senior citizen texting codes to help us out online: ATD - At the doctors. BFF - Best friend fell. BTW - Bring the wheelchair. BYOT - Bring your own teeth. FWIW - Forgot where I was. GGPBL - Gotta go, pacemaker battery low. LMDO - Laughing my dentures out. And finally ROFLACGU - Rolling on floor laughing and can’t get up! A man is talking to the family doctor, “Doc, I think my wife’s going deaf.” The doctor answers, “Well, here’s something you can try on her to test her hearing. Stand some distance away from her and ask her a question. If she doesn’t answer, move a little closer and ask again. Keep repeating this until she answers. Then you’ll be able to tell just how hard of hearing she really is.” The man goes home and tries it out. He walks in the door and says, “Honey, what’s for dinner?” He doesn’t hear an answer, so he moves closer to her. “Honey, what’s for dinner?” Still no answer. He repeats this several times, until he’s standing just a few feet away from her. Finally, she answers, “For the eleventh time, I said we’re having MEATLOAF!”

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Historical Society honors Nyack’s connection to Underground Railroad

The Historical Society of the Nyacks presents an exhibition entitled “An Underground Railroad Monument Comes to Nyack: Inspired by Toni Morrison, honoring Cynthia Hesdra.” The exhibit will open on March 14th and will continue through May 31st at the Historical Society’s Museum at 50 Piermont Avenue, Nyack. This exhibit will showcase the upcoming Nyack “Bench by the Road,” monument to the Underground Railroad and Cynthia Hesdra (1808 – 1879), and will explore Hesdra’s history as well as the accomplishments of Nobel Prize winning author and local resident Toni Morrison, whose quote inspired the Toni Morrison Society’s “Bench by the Road” program. In addition, photos and text describing “Bench by the Road” projects from around the world will create a compelling narrative about slavery and freedom. The exhibition coincides with the dedication of Nyack’s Bench in Memorial Park on May 18th, 2015. Cynthia Hesdra was a Nyack woman who rose from slavery to become an entrepreneur and abolitionist. She is listed as a conductor on the Underground Railroad in Nyack. Cynthia Hesdra was born in Tappan,

The Bench by the Road - by Bill Batson, one of the curators of this special exhibition at the Historical Society of the Nyacks.

New York on March 6, 1808. Her father, John Moore, owned mills in the area. Newspaper reports following her death state that she was once held as a slave. After her freedom was secured, she went on to own and operate a laundry business in New York City and Nyack, and to acquire real estate in Greenwich Village and Nyack. When Hesdra died on February 9, 1879, her net worth was around $100,000, the equivalent of $2.3 million in today’s dollars. On May 18, Nyack will become part of a global initiative of the Toni Morrison Society’s Bench by the Road Project. This program was inspired by the Nobel Prize winning author’s famous quotation about the lack of monuments commemorating slavery. Morrison stated: “There is no place you or I can go, to think about or not think about, to summon the presences of, or recollect the absences of slaves . . . There is no suitable memorial, or plaque, or wreath, or wall, or park, or skyscraper lobby. There’s no 300-foot tower, there’s no small bench by the road.”

There are 11 other benches around the world and more in the planning stage. Benches have been installed in locations including Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina, Oberlin, Ohio, Concord, Massachusetts, Paris, France and Fort-de-France, Martinique. Nyack’s will be the 15th Bench in this program. For more information, please visit www.nyackbench.org Honoring Cynthia Hesdra, Toni Morrison and the people in Nyack who risked everything to liberate those caught in slavery’s grip, the exhibit will include photographs, printed material, maps, timelines and historic objects, including an original New York slave deed from the 18th Century. The exhibition is being curated by Historical Society of the Nyacks trustees Bill Batson and Jennifer Rothschild. For more information about the Historical Society of the Nyacks and to become a member, please visit www.nyackhistory.org.

Is filing my taxes separately from my spouse a good idea? One of the most common questions that I get this time of year is, “Should my spouse and I file separate tax returns?” Or, “we were married last year, (or we were separated or divorced last year), what filing status do we use for last year?” The real underlying question is, “what filing status will allow us to pay the least amount of tax?” This is a good question. Lets take a quick look at the rules. With a few exceptions married individuals are only allowed to choose from two filing statuses, “Married Filing Joint” or “Married Filing Separate”. A “Single” filing status is not available to married individuals. The first question is, are you married? Well, the IRS says that you are considered married for the entire year if you are married on the last day of the year. So, if you are considering a fancy “New Years Eve Wedding” you may want to reconsider. Delaying that wedding one day could result in significant tax savings. Yes, two “single” people generally pay less than two married people under the same exact circumstances. And the savings can be significant! Single filing status is available to unmarried and divorced or separated spouses who are divorced or separated under a court ordered decree on the last day of the year. In addition, certain married taxpayers who lived apart for most of the year may also qualify for the more favorable single filing status. So, now that we have established that you are “married”, lets consider your tax options. Generally I find that married people who file “married filing separate” tax returns do not save taxes. First, the required “Married Filing Separate” tax rates elimi-

nate any tax rate benefit that two married individuals might receive by filing separate tax returns. Also, the IRS has set up various tax adjustments and deductions to force the coordination of benefits received from various deductions, exemptions, and credits when filing separate tax returns. This is a general rule however, it does not hold true for all taxpayers. Filing separate tax returns may result in less tax in the following circumstances: Medical Expenses: If both spouses have income, and one spouse has significant medical expenses, filing separately may increase the total allowable medical expense deduction due to a reduced threshold that must be exceeded in order for medical expenses to become tax deductible. Capital Gains & Losses: On separate returns spouses do not need to net each other’s capital gains and losses. Capital gains may be taxable on one spouse’s tax return at the favorable capital gains tax rate while losses are deductible on the other spouse’s tax return at the higher ordinary tax rate. This may result in a lower

overall tax bill. Alternative Minimum Tax: Due to certain differences in adjustments and deductions alternative minimum tax may be less on certain married filing separate tax returns. Net Operating Losses: When only one spouse has a net operating loss separate tax returns may generate larger loss carrybacks or carryovers resulting in less tax. Tax Credits: In situations where only one spouse has tax credits the filing of separate tax returns may result in additional tax credit carryovers than would have otherwise existed. State Taxes: Filing separate state tax returns may result in a lower overall state tax bill even though federal taxes may have increased. Such situations may warrant separate state returns while filing a joint federal tax return. In addition, the filing of separate tax returns may result in the loss of certain tax benefits that would have been available to joint filers. The loss of these benefits will increase your tax bill. This includes a greater amount of Social Security benefits being taxable, loss of earned income, child care, and elderly tax credits, and the loss of the $25k rental real estate exclusion. This is a slippery slope that requires much thought before climbing. Your CPA can help you to determine if filing separately will reduce your tax bill. (He cannot, however, tell you whether getting married in the first place was a good idea…….) Joseph A. Lux, CPA has been providing tax and accounting services to individuals and small businesses in our community for over twenty years. Visit his website, www.joelux.com, to subscribe to his FREE monthly newsletter full of practical tax saving ideas. FREE initial consultations are available to new clients. Joe can be reached at 845-358-1929 or by e-mail at joe@ joelux.com.

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Meals on Wheels Programs & Services of Rockland will hold its first art auction on Saturday, March 21. The event is being presented by Arin Ross Auctions in partnership with Marlin Auctions and will take place at Dominican College’s Rosary Hall on their Orangeburg campus. It will feature a diverse, expansive collection in all styles and price ranges. Guests will be able to view the collection of art being offered beginning at 6PM, with the auction commencing at 7PM. Tickets are reasonably priced at $20 per person or $35 per couple and include a selection of hors d’oeuvres and desserts. A cash wine bar will be available. Parking on the Dominican College campus is free. Anyone unable to attend the auction but wishing to support the work of Meals on Wheels is asked to visit www.marlinart.com to view available art. By entering Meals on Wheels fundraising code of 64140 and the password “Rockland” when ordering, Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels holds its first art auction March 21 will receive a portion of the online proceeds. All funds raised at the auction and through online sales will support the programs and services of Meals on Wheels in Rockland. Meals on Wheels, in addition to providing meals for clients who are homebound and unable to shop or cook for themselves, also operates senior citizen centers located in Nanuet, Nyack, West Haverstraw, New City and Sparkill. The Adult Learning Center of Rockland, operated by Meals on Wheels in Nanuet, provides

seniors with training to improve their skills with computers, various software, genealogy as well as using ipads and iphones. Last year Meals on Wheels Programs and Services of Rockland celebrated its 40th anniversary by delivering its 9 millionth meal! To order tickets or get additional information about the art auction or Meals on Wheels’ other services please call 845 624-6325 or visit their website at www.mowrockland.org or on Facebook at facebook.com/MOWofRC.

Melissa Manning makes music

Melissa Manning, the founder and director of the Manning School of Music in Nyack and an experienced concert organist and choir director in Rockland County, has joined United Church of Spring Valley as Director of Music Ministries. Ms. Manning directed the Chancel Choir in the Christmas Eve candlelight service and has brought local artists to the church to join her in concert. She also served as the choral director of the Morning Music Club. Ms. Manning is preparing and coordinating the music for United Church’s 150th anniversary celebration on April 18. United Church of Spring Valley is an open and affirming Protestant church that is affiliated with the Reformed Church in America and the United Church of Christ. The Reverend Dr. Robert D. Williams is the pastor.

You never know where

Photographed at ATT Stadium (home of the Dallas Cowboys) - Dick and Flo Cunningham, from Chestnut Ridge, their son and daughter-in-law and grandchildren - Jennifer, Darin, Riley and Carly Cunningham, from Huffman, Texas.

North Rockland Rotary President Carol Tjoa and Past. Pres. Bud Wassmer are shown here with West Point-Highland Falls Rotary President Bill Stone along with the rest of the North Rockland Rotarians at the Holiday Party held at Lynchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Stony Point.

Daughter, Jill Stoll, granddaughter, Morgan Stoll, Allan & Marilyn Smolinsky, and niece Amber in front of church where his grandfather was baptized Petrova Ves, Slovakia.

you’ll see Rivertown

Tappan Realtor Kevin Cavanaugh in St. John, VI, sharing good reading with local St. Johnian royalty, Princess Fheza Dusta (at least that’s what he tells us.)

James McKenna, owner of McKenna Masonry in Nyack, out for a walk with Woody in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland.

The fourth annual Haverstraw Ferry Holiday Party was held at Mariella’s in Haverstraw.

The staff of Valley Cottage Animal Hospital celebrated the Holidays with Rivertown. How nice of them!!

Inspire Pilates & Fitness has something for everyone - and every body Story/Photos: Tom Riley Do you want to feel taller, balanced, happier and connected? Join Inspire Pilates and Fitness at 135 Erie Street, Suite 5 in Blauvelt. It’s for everyone and every body. Kim Woolley, the owner/operator of Inspire Pilates and Fitness said: “I was a runner for 25 years and have always enjoyed sports and fitness but when I discovered Pilates after some back pain and injuries, I knew I wanted to make it a lifestyle. “People from 16 to their 70’s report feeling more positive, energetic and confident in all they do. There are small intimate classes and it’s a safe and effective way to move.” Inetta, a member of Inspire, said, “It has given me the structure to be more flexible and has allowed space in my body to continue to grow. My physician said I’ve added two inches to my height since I’ve been with Inspire. Now I think about my muscle groups and what is happening to my body.” Another member said: “I had a herniated disc and my physiatrist recommended I take Pilates. I went from a cripple to jogging. My posture and alignment improved and it’s been great for my mind-body connection. “Pilates requires a knowledgeable teacher and individualized instruction. Here we go at our own pace and everybody is so encouraging. We never use the word can’t and no one is judgmental or competitive. There is usually 10 in a class and we help each other. We are always cheering each other on.” Kim is a fully certified Pilates Instructor through Balanced Body University and a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, along with being certified as a weight manage-

The Instructors at Inspire Pilates and Fitness are L to R Alisa Carbone, Kim Woolley and Yvonne Cavanagh.

ment specialist through the NASM. She had been a gymnastic instructor for many years. She enjoys educating her clients on living a healthy lifestyle. Here is what Teresa had to say about Kim. “My husband and I have been go-

ing to Inspire Pilates and Fitness for about a year. Our first reaction was amazement. We could not believe there was such a beautiful, well equipped and serene studio just 10 minutes from our house. “At Inspire we have taken classes and

weekly duet sessions with Kim Woolley. Kim has done an excellent job working with us simultaneously despite the fact that my husband and I have different exercising preferences and backgrounds. He likes to run and I like yoga. “My husband (who is a medical doctor) really respects Kim’s understanding of how to work the different muscle groups without injury. “Through Inspire Pilates and Fitness we have become more flexible, we have developed a powerful core, and above all, we have had a lot of fun.” Call Inspire Pilates and Fitness for a schedule of their classes. There are mat classes, reformer and tower classes, barre classes and lots of private sessions - single or duet. Call Kim or her warm and caring staff at 845-848-2380 or visit her web site at www.inspirepilatesandfitness.com.

The classes at Inspire Pilates and Fitness are for everyone and every body.

Nyack High School Drama Club performs the Music Man The nationally-recognized Nyack High School Drama Club presents a fresh version of the Broadway classic “The Music Man” with its Spring 2015 musical on stage at Nyack High School. The presentation of Meredith Willson’s beloved musical comedy – made famous on stage and film – not only showcases the talents of students who are members of the award-winning Nyack High School Drama Club, but includes performances by more than a dozen talented youngsters who are students at elementary schools in the Nyack School District. “Music Man gives us a special opportunity to highlight the amazing talents we have throughout Nyack schools, not just the high school,” said Joseph J. Egan, who directs the Nyack High School Drama Club and designs sets for its presentations. “Our production of this very popular show exposes elementary students to the big stage at the high school and a whole

new artistic world. It also provides a new learning opportunity for the high school students who are serving as mentors to our youngest performers. Our students have the perfect combination of talents to bring this musical comedy to life and to provide the entire community with a very entertaining experience.” “The Music Man” is based on the book, music and lyrics by Meredith Willson, with the story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacy. The six-time, TONY Award winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. With its wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching turns, “The Music Man” has long been considered family entertainment at its best. “The Music Man” follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying

instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he vows to organize - this despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. The Nyack High School Drama Club is scheduled to perform “The Music Man” on the stage at Nyack High School on March 13, 14, 20 and 21 at 8 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee performance on March 21. The show is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). For more information about the show, including program sponsorships and tickets, call 845-353-7100 or e-mail nhsdramaworks@gmail.com. Tickets are $12 for adults, $7 students, senior citizens free. Nyack High School is located at 360 Christian Herald Road, Upper Nyack.

JCC Rockland presents 7th annual ReelAbilities - NY Disabilities Film Festival The official line-up of The 7th Annual ReelAbilities: NY Disabilities Film Festival has been announced, marking the largest edition of the festival to date in celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). JCC ROCKLAND is joining as a presenter venue of the festival for the first time this year from Mar 12-Mar 18, bringing award-winning international films and conversations to Rockland County. The festival will kick off at JCC ROCKLAND with a screening of Jon Imber’s Left Hand at 1:30 pm and at 7:30 pm on Mar. 12, preceded by The Astronauts Secret. On March 17th at 7:30 pm Endless Abilities will be screened and repeated on Mar 18 at 1:30 pm. Initiated by JCC Manhattan in 2007, ReelAbilities is the largest festival in the country dedicated to presenting award-winning films made by and about people with different disabilities – physical, developmental and psychological. Through film, ReelAbilities brings the community together to celebrate diversity and inclusion, by engaging film lovers and audiences from all walks of life. The festival is part of a movement to bring awareness and appreciation to the experiences and stories of people living and thriving with disabilities – building on the cultural shift that puts complex images of people with disabilities into the foreground of film. In addition to a wide variety of award-winning films from across the globe, post-screening discussions, author talks, performances, exhibitions and other special events are major components of the ReelAbilities experience. Tickets for the 7th Annual ReelAbilities: NY Disabilities Film Festival at the JCC Rockland will go on sale at the end of February online at jccrockland.org or by phone 845 362- 4400 x 100. The full festival line-up is as follows: Autistic Like Me: A Father’s Perspective by Charles Jones, USA, 2014 The Case of the Three Sided Dream by Adam Kahan, USA, 2014

The Astronaut’s Secret is one of the fascinating shorts you can see at the ReelAbilities Film Festival

Endless Abilities - one of the inspiring movies on the program.

Endless Abilities by Harvey Burrell & Tripp Clemens, USA, 2013. Best friends with spinal cord injuries drive across the country in search of adaptive sports for individuals with physical disabilities, joining many people from rehabilitation patients to Paralympic athletes in a wide range of sports. Gabriel (Rory Culkin) longs for stability and happiness amidst an ongoing struggle with bipolar disorder. Convinced that reuniting with his ex-girlfriend is the key, Gabriel tests the limits of his family in a desperate and increasingly obsessive pursuit. The Finishers by Nils Tavernier, France / Belguim, 2013 Gabriel by Lou Howe, USA, 2014 Jon Imber’s Left Hand by Richard Kane,

USA, 2014 Keep Rollin’ by Stefan Hillebrand & Oliver Paulus, Switzerland/Germany, 2013 Login2Life by Daniel Moshel, USA, 2012 Marie’s Story by Jean-Pierre Ameris, France, 2014 Mimi and Dona by Sophie Sartain, USA, 2014 No Ordinary Hero: The Superdeafy Story by Troy Kotsur, USA, 2013 The Special Need by Carlo Zoratti, Italy/Germany/Austria/France, 2013 SHORTS The Astronaut’s Secret by Zach Jankovic, USA, 2014 Coaching Colburn by Jeff Bemiss, USA, 2013 Guest Room by Joshua Tate, USA, 2014 The Gift by Spencer Harvey & Lloyd Harvey, Australia, 2013 Hear This! by Soulaima El Khaldi, Netherlands, The Hyperglot by Michael Urie, USA, 2013 The Kiss by Charlie Swinbourne, UK On Beauty by Joanna Rudnick, USA / Kenya, 2014 Super by Samara Hersch, Australia Midfield by Pedro Amorim, Portugal Riding My Way Back by Robin Fryday, USA, 2014 Rolling Romance by David Conley, USA, 2013

Dr. Mike Pilar’s breakthrough treatment has helped thousands of TMJ and headache sufferers

Story/Photos: Tom Riley Dr. Mike Pilar, DDS. at 93 Route 303 in Tappan is a magnet for TMJ (temporo mandibular joint disorder) and headache sufferers. People come to his office throughout the tri-state area in search of relief from the disabling pain from TMJ and headaches. He has been practicing dentistry for 50 years and is so much in demand that he has limited his practice to treating migraines, TMJ disorders and TMJ trauma. Dr. Pilar uses a revolutionary treatment that targets the source of the symptoms and successfully helps many sufferers of headaches, migraines, neck pain and jaw joint pain to find relief without the need for invasive surgical procedures. In his office Dr. Pilar treats tinnitus, light headaches, imbalances and ear congestion. He also treats visual disturbances, sleep disruption, clenching of the upper and lower back teeth, soreness of the neck head and shoulders, jaw clicking and popping and sinus pain and congestion. Dr. Pilar’s highly effective program consists of of MPS (microcurrent point stimulation and the use of Pilar-Type NTI, a custom-modeled muscle orthotic appliance custom made by Dr. Pilar. “This is my passion. I don’t allow the office to make appointments, the patients

Dr. Mike Pilar works on an orthotic and (on opposite page) he demonstrates how TMJ is caused. speak directly to me. I want to determine how I can help them and inform them of the cost. “I deal with pain and quality of life decisions. 85% of all TMJ sufferers are women. If you have sinus trouble, headaches, dizziness, tinnitus, disruption of sleep and tightness in the mouth, chances are you might have TMJ. “Many people go to neurologists or chiropractors but don’t get relief. It’s a symptom of a source-you have to find the source. “It’s the trigeminal nerve that is causing the problem. You must direct the care to the nerve, joint and muscle. The muscles are in a state of spasm. Many times doctors give medicine for relief but that is like putting a patch on it. “In most cases, 98-100% of my patients receive immediate relief. The Pilar-Type NTI is a deep programming muscle orthotic. It stop clenching during sleep. Clenching causes disruption of sleep. The Pi-

lar-Type NTI is custom made by me in the office. I don’t trust laboratories. It takes me two or more hours to make one, depending on the degree of difficulty.” Dr. Pilar added: “Along with the custom-made orthotic we treat people with Neuro-Stimulation with Direct Current as opposed to regular Tens units and E-Stim units which is AC current used by health professionals with no success. “Furthermore I’m the only dentist who constructs these orthotics under Medicare for the elderly. TMJ dysfunction hits many older people. Our success rate is phenomenal.” Here is what Jacqueline K. from Nanuet had to say about her experience with Dr.Pilar. “I don’t know where I would be if I didn’t meet Dr. Pilar. I was experiencing awful headaches, jaw pain, ear ringing, sinus congestion and eye floaters. “I went to pretty much every doctor you could go to and nobody could figure out

what was wrong with me. Dr. Pilar’s extensive knowledge and experience about TMJ and his friendliness and caring made me feel better. “He made me a customized orthotic which I’ve been wearing for three months and most of my symptoms have exponentially gotten better. We are lucky to have someone with such great experience and knowledge in this area.” Don’t suffer in silence. Make an appointment with Rockland County’s Migraine, TMJ Disorder Expert, Dr. Mike Pilar, DDS. Call 917414-8355 or visit his web site at www.drmikepilar.com

You’ll love this gorgeous English manor house in Nyack with unbeatable river views

Story: Tom Riley Photos: Dolinsky Media. Berachah means “Blessing” in Hebrew and Colin and Kelly Gray say this gorgeous house has been kind to them. With their blended family of four teenagers, Colin, a pharmaceutical executive and Kelly, a post production producer of Court TV have put the house, 9 Berachah Hall up for sale because Colin is needed in North Carolina. The historic manor has a long and storied history. It was built in 1894 for a Reverend and his seven children but a tragic fire occurred and he later rebuilt it in 1896. Later on it was used as a refuge for the sick and infirm and Nyack College’s Music Department. In 1986 a second fire destroyed the building and it lay undeveloped until Stuart Newsome, a builder and restoration specialist and his wife Louise, a painter rebuilt it into the magnificent manor it is today. Colin and Kelly love the 10 foot high ceilings, great floor plan and oak floors. Kelly told us: “The house feels so light

The owners of this beautiful mansion - Colin and Kelly Gray.

and bright. It is perfect for a growing family. The heart of the home is the spacious new kitchen with a full fleet of stainless steel appliances. “We have an apartment on the 3rd floor for a nanny with a separate entrance that has fantastic river views. It’s a great home for gardening, one of my hobbies.” “Colin’s partner is Mongolian,” said Kelly as she pointed to a beautiful dress on a pedestal, and we were married in a Royal Mongolian wedding ceremony. Colin was dressed as a Mongolian warlord and he had to barter for his bride.” She smiled at the memory. Colin, who grew up in Ireland owns three steeplechase horses and visits Ireland when he can to see them race. Colin described the wonders of this home. “This all stone, 6,333 square feet manor home was completely renovated and restored by a master craftsman several years ago and it has received constant updates and attention ever since,” he said. “There are phenomenal river views from virtually every room on all these floors. On July 4th we have fantastic views of the fireworks from six different locations. “The second floor has an open sitting area/den which offers great space outside

Gorgeous English manor house the bedrooms. There are four bedrooms on the second floor for our children. Two are in college and two in high school. “The home is reminiscent of a European manor, with grand entry foyer, very high ceilings, expansive kitchen, lovely public space, open and secret gardens for walking. The home has an au pair, guests or household help quarters. The village is walkable on a nice day, or a quick 30 second drive. The best of everything has been invested in this fine residence...and it shows!” In an article in the Journal News when Stuart Newsome who grew up in England was building 9 Berachah Hall he said, “Building this home wasn’t new to me but I hadn’t done any project on this scale.” Newsome worked predominantly as a building contractor for high end homeowners in Westchester. Louise, a color specialist and consultant in the design business was happy to help. From the outside, the impressive stoneclad house still boasts a powerfully muscular look but inside the spaces feel homey and intimate. On the third floor, Stuart created a grand master suite with bedroom, walk-in closet and a sitting area. The master bath feels bigger than some Manhattan apartments with oak floors and lots of marble. It contains a shower with glass walls that stretch to the ceiling, a Jacuzzi, two sinks and a separate closet for the “loo.” This majestic stone manor with amazing Hudson River views is for sale for $1,777,000. Please call Russ Woolley, President of Wright Bros. Real Estate at 53 South Broadway in Nyack at 845-3583050 for further information or to take a tour of 9 Berachah Hall. You can also email him at russwoolley7@gmail.com.

Furniture Medic by Finesse Finishes joins ServiceMaster Furniture Medic by Finesse Finishes joins ServiceMaster! Furniture Medic by Finesse Finishes has joined the ServiceMaster by QuickResponse Team in Airmont, expanding its restoration services to include furniture and upholstery refurbishing and repair as well as refinishing and resurfacing of kitchens and entry doors. For master craftsman Dirk Stevenson, who heads the company, every job is personal. With more than 30 years of wide-ranging experience in residential and commercial kitchen refinishing and furniture restoration, Dirk knows honesty, integrity and personalized service keep his customers coming back. “When you’re letting someone into your house, it’s personal. I treat each job like it’s being done in my own home. It’s a trust thing,” Dirk says. “If the customer is happy, it makes me happy. That’s why I love what I do.” Dirk’s extensive experience with restoring and refinishing furniture began in his teens, when he learned as an apprentice on the exclusive Gustav Stickley line of antique Mission furniture. Working with

Dirk Stevenson stands ready to serve all of your restoration and refurbishing needs. Furniture Medic by Finesse Finishes services all areas of Rockland County and Bergen County, NJ. “You can change the whole look of a celebrity clients like actor Richard Gere on individual pieces exceeding $1 million, home by remodeling your kitchen. It’s the Dirk learned the meaning of painstaking, focal point of the house,” Dirk says. “Customer satisfaction is key. I design each job exacting work. “When you learn on valuable antiques, according to the homeowner’s requireyou have to become a perfectionist by ments. The sooner I turn your kitchen over trade,” Dirk says. “I treat every piece I do to you exactly the way you imagined it, the as if it’s worth a million dollars. When you better.” Visit us on Facebook at Furniture Medic can turn a piece back over to the owner in its original condition or better, it’s price- by Finesse Finishes or call us at 845-5472434. Samples are available for each cusless.” Refinishing kitchens and built-in ar- tom-designed job. Free estimates are availchitectural features at affordable prices is able in Rockland, Orange and Westchester Dirk’s specialty. Whether the remodeling Counties, as well as Bergen County, New work is done in the customer’s home or at a Jersey. Furniture Medic by Finesse Finishes is cabinet maker’s warehouse, he prides himself on expert, exacting work and quick, conveniently located at 382 Route 59, Suite personalized service. 276, Airmont, NY, 10952.

Furniture Medic by Finesse Finishes does precision restoration work on your valuable antiques, too. Dirk Stevenson took this old, damaged mirror and made it even better than new. Call us today and let us give your antiques new life!

Before and after: This dresser got magic treatment.

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Above: This Charles Eames molded plywood lounge chair was painstakingly restored by master craftsman Dirk Stevenson, of Furniture Medic.

Marcello’s celebrates 29th anniversary with a romantic day of music, song and food People are already lining up to buy tickets to the Sunday, June 7th, 2015 presentation of “PASSIONE”, a romantic day of great music, song and food. Only Marcello Russodivito, the owner of Marcello’s Ristorante at 21 Lafayette Avenue in Suffern could pull it off. Marcello is celebrating the 29th Anniversary of the founding of his restaurant with two spectacular concerts, one at 2:30pm featuring classical Italian songs starring international tenor Teo Ricciardella, soprano Lindsay McCandless and soprano Anna Veleva. The second concert at 3:30pm, “The Love Returns”, stars international pop singer Giada Valenti singing the best love songs from the 60,’s, 70’s, 80’s & the present. The masters of ceremony will be Ornella Fado and Claudio Mignogna who is coming from Italy for the occasion. The concerts will be held at the nearby Lafayette Theater at 97 Lafayette Avenue. USA Today has named the 1,000 seat theater to be one of the Top 10 Classic Movie Theaters in the country. Here are the dining details. There will be a Pre-Concert Wine Tasting and Italian Antipasto at Marcello’s from 12-2pm with a cost of $30 per person (all inclusive). After the show at 5:30pm there will be a five-course gourmet dinner for $65 per person (all inclusive of wine, tax and tip). The cost of tickets will be $25 for the mezzanine, $35 for left or right aisle and $40 for the center. You can buy your tickets at Marcello’s Ristorante or call 845-357-9108 or visit Marcello’s web site at www.marcellosgroup.com. The Theater door will open at

1:30pm. The Theater organ will play an array of classic music from 1:30pm-2:30pm. You may park at the Theater Parking Lot, The Village of Suffern Hall Municipal Parking opposite the Suffern Post Office on Chestnut Street and Street Parking. Marcello told us: “If you are looking for a wonderful Italian restaurant to enjoy with family, friends and business associates, come to Marcello’s and enjoy one of the best restaurants in Rockland County. “For 29 years people have enjoyed our unique European style ambiance and our

gourmet Italian creations both traditional and contemporary.. We invite you to attend our 29th Anniversary Concert and enjoy a romantic dining experience with music and song.” Debbie Abazia had this to say about her favorite restaurant. “It has amazing food, amazing service and Marcello is a true gem. He’s an exceptional chef and business owner. He goes above and beyond for his customers and we were thrilled when he stopped at our table.” Marcello’s also offers one of the best

Above: The beautiful and talented Giada Valente will be singing some of the world’s most wonderful love songs. And Chef Marcello (left) will be preparing some of his finest dishes (see right).

cooking classes in New York. He offers a full bar and catering for all occasions. A VIP Card is attached to the concert tickets. Marcello’s VIP Card allows $10 off lunch Monday to Saturday starting March 1st, 2015 through May 30th, 2016. It will also give you $15 off any Marcello’s cooking

class and 20% off any wine on Marcello’s wine list above $80. Twenty percent off any case of wine not on sale at Liquorland Wine Store at 250 Route 59 in Suffern will be given. You can call them at 645-357-4014. Please keep your ticket stub to redeem your

promotions. Marcello’s VIP Card is a fabulous deal you can use all year. You can contact Marcello’s at 845-3579108 or visit his web site at www.marcellosgroup.com. You can email Marcello’s at info@marcellosgroup.com.

Mila Landscape & Lawncare can spring-clean your yard - and even set you up with a gorgeous koi pond.

Whether it’s landscaping or super-pet care, you can’t beat Trevor and Brittanie Story: Tom Riley Trevor and Brittanie Rubino come from a long line of entrepreneurs. Their mom and dad worked hard to create Nyack Seaport into the hugely successful catering hall it is today. Trevor, Brittanie and their brother and sister helped built Two Spear Street, an equally well known restaurant and martini bar below the Nyack Seaport into a lively and successful bar restaurant. Not content to rest on their laurels and filled with the entrepreneurial spirit they are creating new businesses that employ others. “We want to have an impact in our community in a positive way by employing others,” said Brittanie, the owner of Paw Pals, a dog walking and pet sitting service. Trevor, who owns MILA Landscaping & Lawn Service, added: “My dad and mom showed the way all the time we were growing up. My dad started his restaurant career at a young age as well and they showed us anything is possible if you’re willing to work hard.” Today MILA Landscaping is in demand for its landscape design, basic maintenance, spring and fall clean-ups for commercial and residential properties.

They also design and install custom Koi ponds and waterfall features, provide power washing, pruning and tree care, mulch and stone, and many other home services. MILA Landscaping is also equipped with a fleet of snow and ice removal vehicles. Paw Pals is Rockland County’s premier pet care provider. Brittanie said: “We know life can be ruff, so keep calm and call Paw Pals! We offer dog walking, pet sitting and in-home bathing. We also do pet waste removal and provide pet taxi service if your pet needs a ride to Camp Bow Wow or the Vet.” Brittanie clearly loves animals. Paw

Trevor and Brittanie in their family’s Nyack Seaport.

Pals already takes care of 30 dogs, ten cats, a turtle, bunny, birds and fish. She added: “Our mission is simple: To love and care for each and every animal just like we would want someone to take care of ours. “If you are going away for 24 hours, 3 days or a week we guarantee a well-connected experience with you while you are away. If anything happens, we’ll contact you immediately. “Most of our clients receive one to two daily walks from Monday to Friday.” Brittanie is an owner/operator so she’s out there everyday with the animals. “We love referrals. For every clients you refer

Brittanie is an owner/operator who is often out there taking care of the animals

to us, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll receive a $25 credit toward future services. We sit for cats too. We are sitting for a turtle and bunny also.â&#x20AC;? She pointed out that daily dog walks reduces the risks of health issues such as obesity, heart disease and arthritis. Regular walks also reduce the chances of developing various behavioral issues such as aggression and destructive behaviors. She added: â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will also bring in the mail, water the plants, put away the garbage pails and put on the lights by the garage. We take on every breed, every size, even pit bulls, German shepherds and Bernese mountain dogs.

“We have years of experience and we do mild behavioral training. We keep you in constant contact through text messages or Facebook and Instagram if you prefer. We give 5 percent of our profits to Hi-Tor Animal Shelter and we are fully insured. “Integrity is very important to us, it is something our Dad taught us. People are trusting us to go into their home. Eventually by late fall I hope to be opening a Boarding Facility,” said Brittanie. In her community Brittanie coaches basketball and soccer. Trevor Rubino, the owner/operator of MILA Landscaping & Lawn Service said: “Before you know it, the snow will melt and the flowers will bloom. It’s never too early to inquire about your spring clean-up or putting in a beautiful koi pond. “Make your lawn beautiful from day one. We do more than simply plant shrubs, arrange trees and plow snow. We create a complete visual package and outdoor experience that works with your style and atmosphere. “MILA Landscaping employs well versed, well rounded and expressive landscape architects and drivers. You will absolutely love the work we do for you. We treat what we do with a form of high art. It’s beautiful, elegant, timeless and expressive.” said Trevor. Mila is actually named for Trevor’s dog. “Both businesses stemmed from our passion for our pets,” said Trevor. “Call us today at 845-729-9648 or visit our web site at www.milalandscaping.com. We’ll give you a custom quote for your every need. We guarantee to have the best price around. You can email me at TRubino5@yahoo.com”. Call PawPals at 845 222 0429. Or visit www.PawPalsLove.com. They’re also at facebook.com/PawPalsPets.

Above: Brittanie just loves her clients. Left: A perfect lawn, cared for by Mila Landscape & Lawncare

Piermont Historical Society fundraiser March 26 The Piermont Historical Society is hosting its 2nd Annual Fundraiser! WHEN: Thursday, March 26, 2015!. TIME: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM! WHERE: The View on the Hudson, 101 Shad Row, Piermont. Entertainment will be

provided by The Old No. 7 Band and a video narrated by Tom Chapin will be shown honoring Piermontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in WWII. Tickets are $99.00 per person! Cocktail hour followed by a buffet dinner, unlimited beer, wine and soda with

a cash bar.! Order your tickets online at www.piermonthistoricalsociety.bpt.me or mail your check payable to The Piermont Historical Society, PO Box 362, Piermont, NY, 10968!

Minh’s Painting & Contracting will give your home a spring facelift

Story/Photo: Tom Riley Minh Vong’s company, Minh’s Painting & Contracting is one of the most sought after painting contractors in the Hudson Valley. He uses only top quality paints, gives free estimates and has two decades of high quality work behind him. He told us: “I make sure your painting project runs smoothly and that we finish in a timely manner. We offer the best painting value in the Hudson Valley. We are Rockland County’s leading home improvement contractor. “For over two decades now we have been providing interior painting and general home improvement services to residential, commercial, institutional and industrial clients. Our home improvement services include interior and exterior painting and staining, power washing, paper removal and spackling. “We also do deck and trim repair, sponge painting, aluminum and vinyl cleaning, gutter/ concrete cleaning, kitchen and bath remodeling. “We do carpentry work, custom moldings, hardwood floors, tile floors, windows and doors and basement finishing and remodeling.” Minh added: “ We guarantee our unparalleled service and your peace of mind. We are respectful of your home during the painting

process and we do quality work that will last a long time. We understand that every successful paint job must begin with quality prep work and when the job is completed absolute cleanliness.” Most of Minh’s jobs come from repeats and referrals. He forms lifelong relationships with his customers and responds back to them immediately. He appreciates all the opportunities that America has given him. He escaped from Vietnam in the 1980’s and be 1982 he was living with foster parents in Garnerville. He graduated North Rockland High School in 1987 and has owned his own painting business for 22 years. His reputation for high quality and outstanding service and his resume of completed projects from satisfied customers continues to grow. Customers praise his work with phrases like, “great attention to detail, very efficient, professional and prompt and gives great advice on on color consultation.” Minh will help you choose trend setting decor and capture the style you are looking to create. He’ll help you use color to create the perfect mood for your room. He super-

vises his trained professionals so that every room is prep, primed and painted correctly. “We are a licensed professional contractor with over two decades of experience. We listen to our customers and work with them to address their needs. We’ll come in and complete your kitchen or bath in a timely and affordable manner. “We want to make your home improvement journey a delight from beginning to end. We are listed on Angie’s List with testimonials and verified reviews. Our satisfaction comes from making our customers happy. Spring is almost here and it’s time to give your home a facelift. “We’ll give you a free estimate outlining the entire scope of work and the total cost. We guarantee we’ll get the job done right the first time. We are located at 6 Creek View Drive in Garnerville. You can call me at 845-429-7384 or email us at minh@minhspainting.com. You can access our web site at www.minhspainting.com,” said Minh. Give your home the facelift it needs this Spring after a long hard, cold winter. Minh’s Painting & Contracting is the affordable option.

Del’Arte just keeps getting better and better - and it’s always full of surprises

John and Rosemarie Carollo put on a fun cooking show together at Del’Arte in Orangeburg. Below table is set for a special dinner. Story: Tom Riley What’s new at the prestigious Del’Arte Italian Family Restaurant in Orangeburg? What is new is the improbable, the impossible, that’s what’s new! Only Rosemarie Carollo, who loves making people happy and John Carollo, who loves food could keep the age old Sicilian tradition of serving delicious food in a warm inviting ambiance in a local gathering place and at the same time and place bring the “Cool of Manhattan Chic” to Orangeburg for people of all ages. Let me give you some examples, “The Chef’s Table,” is a seven to ten course personalized menu by John, the kitchen maestro, for intimate groups of eight to 10 people who reserve Del’Arte’s dining room exclusively for a Tuesday or Wednesday evening of private attention. There have been four so far and each has been met with better reviews than the “The Book Of Mormons” play. It’s sooooo special. And then there is the “Happy Hour,” not a loud frenetic, crushing crowd scene of noise, but a place and time to end the work day in serenity or for morphing into a relaxing family evening or community meeting. Savor the special drinks and small bites menu that include items like raw bar, very tender delicious baby lamb chops, and food

that pleases the palate. Everybody knows that Rosemarie mixes the best martini in the galaxy. These are just part of bringing Manhattan to Orangeburg for people of all ages and the kind of creativity and free thinking which has enabled John and Rosemarie of Sicily, Brooklyn and Rockland to grow in

popularity while hidden off the beaten path on a very short and quiet street. They are celebrating their 20th Anniversary of success and community involvement with a special event every month. Each month there will be a Cinema & Cibo Night, a Comedy and Music Night, a Wine & Scotch Tasting Dinner Night and on March 15th a “Post Valentine & Pre St.

The food at Del’Arte is the finest of Italian cuisine in a fun atmosphere.

Patrick Day Dinner Dance.” Everyone wants to know how Rosemarie and John turned this pizzeria of 20 years ago into the ideal destination for a restaurant with incredible food, better than “Mom’s cooking” and THE place to have

Christening parties, engagement parties, graduation arties, and all other festive occasions. For special fundraising events, John’s legendary cooking classes are a big hit. Is it the food or that room with the

giant TV that can bring the past into your Event with slide shows or the present world or is it because Del Arte’s is a product of Rosemarie and John’s love of food, people and happiness? Drop in and find out for yourself. If you are thinking of holding a special event or fundraiser or just want a great evening on the town call John or Rosemarie at 845-365-2727 or visit their web site at www.delarterestaurant.com. You can email Rosemarie at roseabella@aol.com. Del’Arte is located at 20 Mountainview Avenue, Orangeburg.

Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation sets the gold standard for a better quality of life An interior view of all the treatments rooms at Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation Story/Photos: Tom Riley When Dr. Scott Gottlieb, M.D., a Board certified anesthesiologist and director of pain management at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mt. Sinai, and Dr. Todd Askenas, a well known Pearl River chiropractor merged their practices under one location the gold standard for a better quality of life was established in Rockland County and the surrounding area. Dr. Gottlieb told Rivertown: “This collaborative approach with a lot of feedback means we are a full service pain center which offers treatment for acute and chronic pain. There is no reason for anyone to be in severe pain all the time. “You don’t have to let pain rule your life. Relief is available for orthopedic, spine, trauma related, cancer related and all forms of pain. Todd and I joined forces because we have the same ideals about conservative care, medication and manipulative therapy. “ Dr. Justin Bader, who has a Doctorate in physical therapy is young, enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable. He has joined us in our effort to offer state-of-theart pain management. “My treatment will locate the cause of your pain, and design a treatment program with a variety of options, that could include acupuncture, injections in the joint or spine along with minor surgical procedures and pain management of surgical pain.”

Exterior view of the huge new Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilitation Center at 67 South Main Street in Pearl River. Dr. Askenas added: “Our focus is teaching our patients to stay healthy by correcting or re-training acute or chronic problems. Scott and I have known each other for years and often referred patients to each other. “Now being under one roof makes referring patients that much easier. Many of our patients see just Scott or me. “We both offer individualized customized care. My specialty is offering ART (Active Release Technique). It’s the gold standard in soft tissue evaluation and care. ART is a patented, state-of-the-art soft tissue technique that treats problems with muscle, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. It helps athletes recover from inju-

ry and improve performance.” Dr. Askenas has been in practice for 23 years and is on the the PGA Medical Staff. Here is what Laurie W. had to say about Dr. Askenas’s treatment. “Dr. A, I can’t thank you enough. I came to you December 27th all bent over in substantial pain. I had to use a cane to walk. You examined me and worked your magic and I was able to walk out of your office standing up and not using the cane. “I can’t thank you enough for doing what you did to help me...you are a true miracle worker!” Dr. Gottlieb told us: “Time doesn’t always ease the pain, but we do.” Dr. Gottlieb is double Board Certified

Above (from left): Dr Scott Gottlieb, Pain Management Specialist, Dr. Justin Bader, Physical Therapist, and Dr. Todd Askenas, Chiropractor. Left: An interior view of the Physical Therapy and Chiropractic Center.

in pain management and anesthesiology. His unique experience helps him treat patients with a variety of conditions including: acute pain as a result of injury or illness, back problems, arthritis, cancer pain, post-surgical pain, degenerative disc dis-

ease, spinal stenosis, post amputation pain, shingles and muscular conditions. Claire, a patient said, “Dr. Gottlieb’s kindness and thoughtful attention made a huge difference in all phases of my pain management. I felt reassured and support-

ed by his professionalism.” To receive the gold standard in pain management and rehabilitation contact the warm and caring staff at Gramercy Pain Management and Rehabilitation at 845368-0800 or visit their web site at www. gramercypain.com. They are located at 67 South Main Street, Pearl River. Contact Askenas Chiropractic at 845735-3737 or visit their web site at www. EliteSpineCare.com. If you have tried all kinds of things to get relief from your pain go to Gramercy Pain Management & Rehabilation, for the very best in care.

Kobe in New City hosts latest Rivertown Exchange

Rivertownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Phil Bunton with realtor Carmen DiBiase and Janet Goodman

Burt and Barbara Steinberg with Jose Cardoza and wife Eileen.

A large crowd of Rivertown advertisers and readers packed the excellent Kobe Sushi Japanese restaurant in New City. Politicians mingled with realtors. Graphic designers chatted to schoolteachers. The food - as always at Kobe - was out of this world.Yes it was an excellent night. Next Rivertown Exchange will be at the Nyack Pour House, 102 Main Street, Nyack. The date: Wednesday, March 11, from 5.30 to 7.30. This is a great place to network your business. Photos: Roufa

Benita Bryant chats with Sheriff Louis Falco.

Graphic designer Jeff Cohen shares a joke with friend Carmela. Photographer Dr. Arnold Roufa stepped out from behind his lens to pose with wife Arlene.

Realtor Sharon Reidy.

Legislator John Murphy looks to be dressed up to guard against the winter chills. He was, of course, with his beautiful wife Eileen.

Veteran lawmaker John Murphy looks back on 44 years serving Rockland County By CJ Miller “Two men die and get to the gates of Heaven. The first man says to God: “You must know me. I was a millionaire. I built cathedrals, museums and skyscrapers with my vast fortune.” God nodded and turned to the second man. “You wouldn’t know me,” the second man said modestly, casting his eyes to the ground. “I’m not rich or important.” God shook his head. “You’re wrong, my son. I do know you. You were the one who sat on the park bench and helped heal the pigeon with the broken wing.” Empathic. Intellectual. Humanitarian. Longtime political leader and advocate for the less fortunate. Legislator John Murphy has been called a lot of things during his long, illustrious and sometimes controversial career. One of the most prominent, polarizing figures Rockland County has ever known prepares for retirement from public service by relating a parable told to him many years ago by one of his greatest inspirations. “Monsignor James Cox was the chaplain at RPC (Rockland Psychiatric Center). He told me that story and I never forgot it,” Murphy says on a cold winter night from his cozy his Pearl River living room. “Now, I’m not religious, I’m spiritual. There’s a difference. There’s a lesson in that parable: ‘What you do for the least of us, you do for Me.” Regardless of their opinion, anyone

Legislator John Murphy marches in the Pearl River St. Patrick’s Day parade with the late Kathleen Lukens, founder of Camp Venture.

Murphy visits Northern Ireland during the historic 1998 peace talks. With Martin McGuinness, left; Gerry Adams, right, both of Sinn Fein. who knows John Murphy will agree on one thing: his consuming passion is to make a difference in people’s lives. And he will continue to do just that as retirement from the Rockland County Legislature looms. And after almost four decades in Rockland politics, it’s time. When asked why now, Murphy, who just turned 80, answers with his particular brand of self-deprecating sarcasm. “I want to go out at the top of my form,” Murphy says. “I want to leave on a high note.” These days, he adds, the political climate in Rockland “is like a bad rock concert. There’s a lot going on, and none of it’s good.”

On the eve of his retirement from the political realm, Murphy recalls those who were his strongest and most loyal supporters during his long and illustrious life in the public eye. “Gene Levy, Ken Zebrowski, Ilan Schoenberger, Denis Troy, Scott Vanderhoef, Chuck Schumer,” Murphy names them one by one, past and present – veterans all of long battles waged on the volatile front of Rockland politics. “We fought on the same side, even though we embraced different philosophies.” He turns suddenly and uncharacteristically serious. “The first 30 years (on the Legislature)

An eight-year-old John Murphy with his hero and godfather Matthew Byrne.

were joyous because it was about building up. For the last six years I’ve watched it all go out to sea. It’s painful.” While the majority of Murphy’s career has taken him into the political arena, his greatest accomplishments have been behind the scenes with some Rockland’s most vital human care agencies. His long record of advocacy for people with developmen-

tal disabilities, mental illness and veterans who have returned from war and are struggling to assimilate back into society with Camp Venture, Loeb House and, more recently, the Homes for Heroes project in his hometown of Orangetown, will lead him to the next chapter in his life. “I’ve been dying to spend more time on my charities. That’s where my heart is,”

Murphy says. “My mission is to help erase the fear and anxiety of parents of children with special needs and to give the residents of Rockland a sense of the debt we owe our veterans.” Murphy’s special affinity for those who have fought to protect the United States and its freedoms started long before his political aspirations took hold. “I was a child of World War II, we all did our part. I gathered scrap metal for war material. It’s how we grew up,” Murphy remembers. “Our lives were filled with patriotism. Every male member of our family, including the priest, enlisted in the service.” The death of a very special member of his self-described “military family” awakened him to the horrors of war at a very early age. “My cousin, Matthew Byrne, was my godfather. He was my idol; he was movie-star handsome,” Murphy says, his expression softening as he remembers how, as an eight-year-old boy, he looked up to his older cousin, a dive bomber in the US Navy. “Matthew Byrne was special. He was our family’s Jack Kennedy.” Matthew Byrne graduated from Notre Dame in June 1942 and died in a naval training accident in December of that same year. For the little boy left behind, Byrne’s

sudden and tragic death was life-altering. “When we lost cousin Matthew, something changed in me,” Murphy says. “I remember seeing him in the coffin. They had rebuilt his face. He was the center of our universe, and he was gone. It brought the reality of war home in a way nothing else could.” Young John Murphy was molded by his family’s pride in serving their country, but the toll it took on them wasn’t as obvious. “Back then, they had a different name for PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) – they called it ‘battle fatigue,’” Murphy remembered. “Americans felt World War II was a noble mission and their country was behind them. Now, this is a controversial war and vets do not receive the same level of support and gratitude once they return home. Too many people feel that we should not send our soldiers off to be killed in such a faraway place.” A veteran of the US Marine Corps, Murphy’s generous and compassionate heart goes out to those soldiers who return home from Iraq and Afghanistan with the scars of battle etched indelibly on their psyches. “Being a Marine made a man out of me. It created a brotherhood I never otherwise would have experienced,” he says. “Our veterans who return from this 14-year war don’t have that same sense of community, of belonging. They come home with this trauma that’s extremely hard to see and even harder to recover from.” The Homes for Heroes project, which provides safe, secure housing for those returning from war, is one that remains closest to Murphy’s heart. “This is in the forefront for me. PTSD is a reality,” he says. “America has come to realize that our wars are so ugly that our vets are returning with scars that don’t heal.” Murphy’s other driving passion, helping people with developmental disabilities assimilate into the mainstream community, set down its roots early in his life in Rockland County. “I’ve always been interested in mental health and the maladies of the mind. Some guys are interested in sports; I always wanted to know what happened when the brain didn’t work right,” he says. “I wanted to do God’s work, so when I moved here, I volunteered at RPC.” Moving to Pearl River’s Sparrow Lane in 1961, Murphy found himself immersed in the county’s mental health community on the cusp of the effort to deinstitution-

alize patients who had been living under often unspeakable conditions in local hospital mental wards. “People were starting to vacate the institutions and move into community housing,” Murphy remembered. “There was a lot of fear on both sides. We tried to help dispel that.” One of the most memorable partnerships forged in Murphy’s long career of caring for those who could not care for themselves was with the late Kathleen Lukens, founder of Camp Venture. She, Murphy and Lukens’ husband, Jack, formed a lifelong bond and established Rockland’s first group home for the developmentally disabled, Nanuet’s Venture Inn. “I was very impressed with Kathy. She was a rhetorical giant with a moral mandate,” Murphy recalled. “She came from the great school of moving oratory. She inspired me. Kathy’s passion could melt a heart of stone.” That was all too often what was called for. Murphy remembers standing down

crowds of hundreds of residents who opposed group homes in their neighborhoods. “One of my greatest heartaches was seeing the ignorance and the fear of people with no charity in their hearts who have opposed Camp Venture and Homes for Heroes,” he says with a certain sadness in his normally jovial tone. “There are people in Rockland County who don’t want vets or the developmentally disabled near them. I try to remember to forgive them, because they know not what they do.” The worlds of mental illness and developmental disabilities have converged in Murphy’s career, carving out a path for the rest of his “mission.” “These worlds are all related. The mentally ill and people with developmental disabilities have expanded my universe,” Murphy muses. “I believe the brain is where our soul resides. “I believe that aside from my family, God has given me every blessing to be able to live this long and continue to do the work that means the most to me.” One cannot have a discussion about

than any Murphy man,” he says, a rare note of seriousness in his deep, gravelly voice. “God has allowed this Murphy man to continue unscathed and I will not let Him down. For to whom much is given, much is expected.”

Colleagues pay tribute

John Murphy, wife Eileen with the late Governor Mario Cuomo. Below: John and Eileen at a recent Rivertown Exchange.

Murphy’s family, which includes his three children and five grandchildren, without mentioning the love of his life, his wife of 28 years, Eileen. Growing up as an Irish Catholic in British-occupied Northern Ireland, she motivated him to join her as a passionate and active advocate for peace and justice in the land of her birth. Present for much of the interview, Eileen is quiet except to interject the occasional humorous comment. “She has compassion beyond words and she’s a blessing from God. The most important thing she has given me is her love,” he says of his obvious soulmate, who has unfailingly supported Murphy in every as-

pect of his all-consuming life in the public sector. “I love her more today than I did the day I married her.” Eileen, for her part, is more pragmatic in her assessment of their long partnership. “It’s all about him. When he retires, I told him he’s going to have to find something else to do on Tuesday nights because he’s not staying home,” she deadpans. “We have a great friendship. Our marriage is distinguished by laughter. We laugh every day.” And each day will offer a new opportunity to help those who cannot help themselves. “I have lived a longer and healthier life

Some of Murphy’s longtime colleagues and friends weighed in on the retirement of Rockland County’s longest-serving public official: Legislator Harriet Cornell: “John’s understanding of the needs of the disabled and their families and his passionate advocacy have spurred important change for Rockland. John epitomizes how an elected official can provide leadership for action to benefit the entire community, while also changing hearts and minds.” C. Scott Vanderhoef, former Rockland County Executive: “Many factors motivate elected officials to public service. In John’s case, it is an extraordinary level of compassion for those who are less fortunate. He is a pioneer in the work for the mentally and physically disabled. He has been a wonderful ally and a true friend.” Alden H. Wolfe, Chairman, Rockland County Legislature: “My connection with John Murphy predates my tenure on the Rockland County Legislature - I first knew him as an attorney representing organizations such as Camp Venture, Loeb House and Joseph’s Home. He moved my appointment to the Legislature in 2006. John has had a tremendous impact in the areas of equality and dignity. With over 40 years of public service, there are few that have had such an impact on Rockland County as John Murphy.” Denis Troy, Orangetown Councilman: “John has been a political mentor to me - he has involved me in all sorts of charitable organizations that do a lot of good in this county. He has more energy and more dedication than anyone I’ve ever seen. I always joke that when he’s away, I’m on vacation. He’s done a lot of good for many people over a long period of time. That’s who he is - that’s his core.”

Sunrise on the Hudson Dr. Arnold Roufaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remarkable land and riverscapes have given him national fame. You can see his photos on the West Side Highway and at the Palisades Mall. Now some of his finest workswill be on display at The Corner Frame Shop, 40 S. Franklin St., Nyack. The show will benefit Home Aides of Rockland. There will be an opening reception Sunday, March 1, from 2:00-5:00pm at The Corner Frame Shop. Roufa, who is also known as the Photo Doctor, is well known for his many photographs of sunrises on the Hudson River. This exhibit will feature many of them, in both color and black in white. Sizes will vary from 5 x7 to 20 x 30 inches. They are framed. or printed on canvas or metal. Visit Roufaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website www.roufamd. com and facebook for daily photo entries.

Barry P. Debany can help clients nearing retirement find security

Story/ Photos: Tom Riley Most Americans spend more time planning their vacations than planning for retirement. Financial guru Barry P. Debany comments: “As my client base ages, retirement is looming in the not too distant future. We spend a lot of time constructing income strategies for my clients by focusing on income sources which include Social Security, any pension money, IRA income and all other retirement plan income. Then we focus on expense budgeting. “I love my job. I believe you have to find your passion in life and here at Debany Financial Group we manage money for people to achieve their objectives. Since 1976 I have been helping people nearing

Barry P. Debany: “Service is the key to success,” he says.

retirement to construct a strategy to sustain retirement. With younger clients I look for growth. “Service is what distinguishes this office and my approach is creating relationships as opposed to transactional. Service

and maintaining relationship attracts more business. We grow with referrals. We don’t knock on doors or get on the phone.” Barry P. Debany is a partner in the Debany Financial Group located at 303 South Broadway, Suite 103, in Tarrytown

Barry Debany has been helping people nearing retirement construct a strategy to sustain retirement.

where he manages money for people to achieve their goals. He told us: “If you are planning to retire I advise you to calculate your income, reduce your debt and consider your health. We will help you evaluate your current and future needs and develop strategies to help you reach your goals.” Tony Fava has been a client of Barry for more than 12 years and he said, “I have known and worked with Barry for many years, in many different capacities. He is an excellent source of information and has a depth of knowledge and focus that is difficult to find. “I would recommend Barry to any of my friends and business associates.” Working with Debany Financial Group you will get unparalleled service, integrity and honesty and access to a wide array of

investments like mutual funds, exchange traded funds, stocks and bonds. In the area of Retirement Planning you can obtain 403 (b) plans, small business retirement plans, IRA’s and annuities. Barry does investment services such asconsolidated investment summaries, asset analysis, cash management and estate planning. He also does insurance planning, life insurance, disability insurance and long term care. Debany Financial Group has a broker-dealer relationship with Cetera Advisor Network. Did you know that 57% of Americans have saved less than $25,000 for retirement? Don’t outlive your retirement income. Give Barry a call at 914-366-4900 Ext. 101 and start on the road to financial health and wealth.

Andrew Carnegie, the great industrialist once said, “The men who have succeeded are those who have chosen one line and stuck to it.” Barry Debany has been helping people reach their financial goals since 1976. Let him help you construct a strategy to sustain retirement. Barry believes service is the key to success. You can visit the Debany Financial Group web site at www.debanyfinancial. com or email Barry at barry@debanyfinancial.com or Fax him at 775-254-1326. Benefit from Barry’s technical skills as well as his extensive product knowledge in the area of investment organization and investment advisory services. He can help you achieve your financial goals and sustain your retirement in this turbulent economic environment.

Move over Cake Boss...Rockland County has its own bakery superstar

Tucked in a quaint, unassuming cottage in downtown Valley Cottage is a hidden gem—one of the most amazing bake shops in the Tri-state area: Hudson Valley Cakery. Specializing in beautifully-decorated custom cakes for weddings and other special occasions, a cake from Hudson Valley Cakery always “wows” guests, both visually and gastronomically. “All our cakes, cookies and desserts are hand made from scratch using all-natural ingredients. We don’t use hydrogenated oils, trans fats, artificial flavors or preservatives, and our cakes are not overly sweet,” says owner, Brandon Harris. “Every one of our custom cakes is meticulously hand-decorated. We take pride in making each and every customer’s event special.” Combining their mutual love of baking with inspiration and encouragement from their families, owners Brandon and Kelly Harris began selling their delicious, all-natural baked goods to wholesale customers in June 2012. “I come from a long line of bakers,” says Kelly. “It’s always been our dream to open a bakery.” They realized their dream in December 2012 when they opened their retail location, Hudson Valley Cakery, much to the delight of their many regular customers. “We ordered our wedding cake from the Cakery and it was perfect beyond our dreams,” says one recent bride. “It was so beautiful we were reluctant to cut it! We made sure we took a lot of pictures. And, our guests were asking us where we got the cake.” The Cakery is getting booked up quickly for weddings coming up this Spring and Summer. “The best thing for brides- and grooms-to-be is to schedule a cake tasting/ consultation with us at least a few months before the big day,” says Brandon. “This way they can taste some our flavors and we can go over all of their options in order to come up with a unique design for their cake and/or cupcakes that fits their budget.” “We create a lot of wedding cakes,” says Brandon. “But we also create cakes for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, First birthday parties, Baby Showers, Wedding Showers, Sweet

16’s, Anniversaries, and any other occasion you can think of. A customer will come to us with a theme or an idea, and we will make it happen.” In addition to spectacular cakes, Hudson Valley Cakery offers a wide selection of irresistible treats including cupcakes (be sure to try their seasonal flavors!), pies, tarts, biscotti, cookies, and more. They also offer special menus for the holidays—each dessert the perfect answer to “What shall I bring?” “Hudson Valley Cakery is my go-to

place when I need the perfect gift,” says one Cakery fan. “Who doesn’t love a yummy treat? I bought a freshly baked cherry tart for one of my clients and she still brags about it. Now she’s a Cakery convert too!” “I go to the Cakery for all my holiday desserts, especially their amazing Thanksgiving pies,” says another customer. “They taste like they’re homemade—absolutely delicious—and there’s never a crumb left over!” Gluten-free? They’ve got that too. “We realize many people have allergies and

dietary restrictions, so we now offer gluten-free desserts,” says Brandon. “We’re working on sugar-free and vegan options, as well.” “I first stopped in for some gluten-free cupcakes for my mom’s birthday,” says one recent customer. “They were incredible!

She then surprised me with a dozen cupcakes for my bridal shower!” Need a cake for a special occasion? Desserts for the holidays? Or, even just a well-deserved indulgence? Call the Hudson Valley Cakery—or better yet stop by and say hello! Look through their portfolio of spec-

tacular custom designed cakes while you sip a rich, hot cup of coffee and enjoy a freshly baked cookie. Hudson Valley Cakery, 495 Kings Highway, Valley Cottage, NY 10989, 845-267-CAKE, www.hudsonvalleycakery.com.

Procore Physical Therapy member of the Hospital of Special Surgery Rehabilitation Network

Story/Photos: Tom Riley People throughout Rockland County are seeking out Procore Physical Therapy at 704 Executive Blvd in Valley Cottage ever since they learned Procore’s Valley Cottage office is the only physical therapy office in the county to attain Certification in the Hospital of Special Surgery Rehabilitation Network. Gregory Stemkowski, physical therapist, CSCS, peformance enhancement specialist and owner/operator of Procore Physical Therapy - Integrated orthopedic and Sports Rehabilitation, told us: “We are proud to attain Certification as the place to go for rehabilitation from the Hospital for Special Surgery Network. As the nation’s premier orthopedic and joint hospital, the Hospital for Special Surgery’s physicians will send their patients to us first. We are their Preferred Partners. “We are honored with the designation and our patients are fortunate to have highly trained and experienced physical therapists helping them to return to optimal health. “Here at Procore we do out-patient orthopedic physical therapy. We treat patients as young as 10 and as old as 90 who

Above: Gregory Stemkowski (left),Physical Therapist, CSCS, PES and Steve McCune, PES are the owner/operators of Procore Physical Therapy in Valley Cottage and Blauvelt. Left: Certificate stating Procore Physical Therapy in Valley Cottage is a Member of the Hospital For Special Surgery Rehabilitation Network. have musculo-skeletal injuries, post-op, joint replacement, reconstruction, sports related, work related, repetitive stress injuries and motor vehicle accidents. “We offer lots of services and take all insurances. We are In-Network at a time when many PT offices have opted to go out of network which cost patients out-of-pocket-expenses that are a lot higher. We are very mindful of working from the core to the periphery where many injuries are manifested. We get to the Core of the problem.” Gregory is partner with Steve McCune, Performance Enhancement Specialist.

Steve operates Procore Physical Therapy at 135 Erie Street in Blauvelt. Steve explained what Procore offers: “We give personalized integrated orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. We integrate core strengthening and manual therapy with traditional physical therapy methods to achieve improved quality of life for our patients. Whether rehabilitating from injury or surgery, or working with our staff for recovery training, we offer a highly trained, experienced staff dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. “We have two physical therapists who have attained their Doctorates. New York

Procore Physical Therapy in Valley Cottage is the Preferred Partner of the Hospital of Special Surgery

State passed Direct Access and that allows patients to walk in off the street and be seen with up to 10 visits in 30 days. If someone slipped and fell and came to our door we can treat them. “If the therapist feels the patient should see a doctor, he will recommend one. After 30 days a physician’s prescription is needed.” Gregory added: “We offer a variety of services such as the Graston Technique, it’s an instrument assisted soft tissue mobi-

lization technique that creates a histamine response. We also do Kineso-Taping, an elastic paperback tape that relieves tightness, improves circulation and decreases pain. Patients like it. “We also do Functional Movement Screens. These are baseline measurements to assess for imbalances, weakness and instability. “We have National Academy of Sports Medicine therapists and Performance Enhancement Specialists who offer Correc-

tive Exercise Training. Aside from back, neck and shoulder problems we see a lot of Rotator Cuff related injuries. “We also treat sprains, strains, knee and ACL Knee rehabilitation, Our friendly, professional and compassionate staff offers state-of-the-art equipment, experience and expertise that will help you recover from your surgery, post operation, sports related injury or motor vehicle accident.” Put your trust in the Preferred Partners of the Hospital for Special Surgery Call Gregory Stemkowski and his staff at 845-268-7800. You can visit his web site at www.procorept.com. Make a right off Route 303 on Executive Blvd in Valley Cottage and go to Building 704. To reach Steve McCune’s Procore Physical Therapy office go to 135 Erie Street in Blauvelt. He and his staff can be reached at 845-680-2673 or you can visit their web site at www.procorept.com. Don’t forget to “like” them on Facebook.

Home-grown solar company shines in Pearl River The story of Infinity Solar Systems is one right out of a movie: two best friends who grew up across the street from one another pursue their separate careers—one becomes a roofing contractor in Rockland, the other an electrician in northern New Jersey. Years later they decide to combine their talents and their experience and embark on an exciting new venture: solar power. What makes Infinity Solar Systems unique is that it is a truly home-grown, local company. Based in Pearl River, co-owners Achilles Tzoulafis and Murphy Panagiotou live here and work here. They are committed to living a “green” lifestyle and are proud to have established the company in their local community. “There are solar franchises and marketing companies popping up all over Rockland, Orange and New Jersey,” says Achilles Tzoulafis. “We are not a franchise. We are an authorized dealer for SunPower Systems—a U.S.-based manufacturer of solar panels, and one of the highest quality solar panels on the market. We do not use cheap solar panels manufactured in China, like some of the solar marketing franchises. We use local licensed electricians who are experienced in installing solar panels, and systems are usually installed in one day. Our goal is to provide the best quality equipment, installation, and maintenance for our customers. And, we are always right here if a customer has a question.” “I was a little skeptical at first about getting solar, as there was a wide choice of suppliers available and lots of information to learn and understand”, says customer Jonathan S. “I did not need to worry, as In-

Achilles Tzoulafis (left) and Murphy Panagiotou, owners of Infinity Solar Systems. On both pages we feature some of the homes that have benefited from Infinity’s experience.

finity Solar soon put my mind at ease. After consulting with me to identify the perfect system for my needs, Infinity installed everything in one day and had me generating my own power immediately. Since then I have been very happy with the system

which has also attracted a lot of attention and interest from my neighbors.” So how does converting to solar power work? An Infinity Solar System lets you generate your own electricity—you pay no money down and pay for your solar by the

month. It works just like your utility bill, except the cost is fixed and lower! And getting it done is as easy as 1-2-3: First, Infinity Solar Systems will come out to see whether your location is a candidate for solar power. The ideal situation is a roof that is south-facing, is not obstructed by trees or another structure, and gets a good amount of sun exposure daily. Unobstructed east- and west-facing exposures may also work, so it’s best to have an Infinity expert check out your location. “People may not realize that not every home or office building is ‘solar-friend-

ly’”, says Murphy Panagiotou. “We will happily stop by to see whether a building meets the requirements to achieve the maximum benefit of converting to solar.” Once your location is deemed “solar-friendly”, Infinity Solar Systems will show you the amount you will save on the electricity portion of your utility bill each month. They will design your system, file for all required permits, and get your system up and running. Now all you have to do is start saving! For the next 20 years, your electricity will be a fixed cost every month—even when utility rates are rising.

“Our customers really appreciate the savings, as well as the anticipated savings in the coming years. That’s important,” says Achilles. But the majority of our customers want to go solar because it is greener, and much better for the environment. They want to make their contribution to cleaner energy. That’s important too.” “We are changing the way people buy electricity,” adds Murphy. “What’s better than electricity produced and delivered from your roof?” “Getting the solar system from Infinity was the best investment I’ve ever made”, says customer Tim M. “Infinity is a professional company that does what they say when they tell you they will do it. From the initial meeting to the completion of the system I have never been disappointed.” “This system has been the best financial energy decision we have ever made. Installation was quick and simple and their team did such a great job”, says customer Armando P. “The end product complements the beauty of our home. Even after the project/installation is complete their full team is fully committed and supportive for the life of the system. Customer service is fantastic.” In addition to monthly savings, homeowners can take advantage of tremendous tax credits and rebates offered by Federal, state and local governments. Infinity Solar will explain which rebates are available in your area and how to get them. Or, you can also view the national database of state solar power financial incentives, tax credits, and utility rebates (www.dsireusa.org). There’s truly never been a better time for homeowners to switch to renewable solar energy! Would you like a free solar evaluation for your home or business? Contact Infinity Solar Systems, 46 Walter Street, Pearl River, NY 10965, (845) 200-3700, visit their website at www.infinitysolarsystems. com, or email info@infinitysolarsystems. com.

Comfort dishes with a little extra oomph

Top: Shepherd’s Pie with Root Vegetable Topping. Left: The Easiest, Quickest Chocolate Mousse. Opposite: Oatmeal Raisin Cookies.

March, as they say comes “in like a lion and out like a lamb.” That means we have to expect just about anything from a sting in the tail snow squall to the first warm rays of Spring sunshine. Comfort dishes are still very much in demand and what is more comforting than a Shepherd’s Pie with a delicious and healthy root vegetable topping. Cookies are always a winner and you will love these gluten free, dairy free oatmeal raisin beauties. The chocolate mousse is simply delicious, it takes no time at all to whip up so you can make it for a mid week treat or spruce it up by adding some whipped cream, chocolate shavings or a flower for an elegant dinner party dessert. Whatever March has in store for us we are ready for it in the kitchen. Shepherd’s Pie with Root Vegetable Topping. Shepherd’s Pie. Topping: 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks 2-3 large white potatoes (Yukon Gold or Idaho would be great) peeled and cut into large chunks 2-3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2-3 tablespoons sour cream A splash of milk Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Filling: 1 lb pack ground beef 1 large onion, peeled and finely chopped 2 sticks celery, finely chopped 2-3 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1-2 fresh sprigs rosemary 1 packet of sliced mushrooms (I used shiitake) 1 - 2 tablespoons tomato puree 1, 14 oz can crushed tomatoes

1/2 cup red wine 1 cup frozen peas A generous splash of good balsamic vinegar (optional) Heat the oven to 400 F. . Place the sweet potatoes and regular potatoes in a large pan of boiling water and cook until tender. Drain, add the butter, sour cream and milk and mash well. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large saute pan, add the onions and cook on a low heat until translucent, add the beef and continue cooking for about 5-7 minutes.

Drain off any fat that accumulates. Add the celery, carrots, garlic, rosemary, salt, pepper and cumin. Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes. Add the tomato paste, mushrooms, crushed tomatoes and red wine. Stir well to combine. If the mixture is very thick add a little water or beef stock. Bring to the boil, turn down to a simmer and partially cover. Allow to simmer away on the stove for about 30 minutes or until the vegetables are cooked through. Add the frozen peas. Remove from heat and add the balsamic vinegar, stir well. Place either a large baking dish or individual small dishes on a baking tray, spoon in the meat mixture about 3/4 the way up the dish and top with the mashed potato mixture. Place in the oven and cook for about 15 minutes until the top is just crisp and golden. Remove from oven, allow to rest for 5-10 minutes then serve and enjoy. The Easiest, Mousse.

Quickest

Chocolate

6 oz of your favorite chocolate, broken into chunks 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1, 14oz tub ricotta cheese Zest of an orange 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 Â˝ teaspoons ground cinnamon Place the chocolate in a heat proof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir as the chocolate melts, remove from heat. P l a c e all the ingredients in a food processor and blitz until smooth. Spoon the mixture into individual glasses or bowls and place in the fridge to chill. 30 minutes should be fine. If desired top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings and orange zest to serve. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies 2 cups rolled oats (gluten free if needed) 1 cup whole grain spelt flour (or all purpose flour if prefered) 1 cup almond meal 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1/2 cup melted coconut oil 1/4 cup olive oil 3/4 cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Zest of an orange 1/2 cup raisins Heat the oven to 350 F. Place the oats, flour, almond meal, baking powder and cinnamon in a large bowl. In another bowl mix together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract and orange zest. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until combined. Add the raisins and mix. Allow to rest in the bowl for 10 minutes. Meanwhile line a couple of cookie sheets with parchment paper. Using a dessert spoon scoop the cookie dough onto the lined sheets, flatten very slightly. Bake for 15 minutes, the edges will get slightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes, then remove to a baking rack to cool thoroughly. Serve and enjoy.

Life gets in the way

Oftentimes when I meet with new folks I hear things like “I thought I would be further on by this time in my life,” or “We’re not doing as well as we thought we would have,” or something similar. In short, it seems that the goals and future that most of us set for ourselves seem to be just out of reach or otherwise unattainable. The big question is why? I’ve always said that life is not a simple task. Going from point A to point B is not a straight line: between those two seemingly direct points are a thousand points in between: I call those small points…Life. As human beings, it’s strange: some things we know are (financially) coming we ignore until they’re right here, and then we panic. We know our kids are going to go to college, but most fail to plan for their tuition costs. From the time we start working, we know at some point we will want to retire: but put off planning and making contributions until statistically we reach 50, and then start thinking about it, or actually panicking about it. There always seems to be the money to do the things we want to do in present time: take a vacation, go shopping, buy luxury items: but when it’s time to contribute to the life

destinations- college and retirement mostlythe long term needs gets shelved until one day we wake up as if we had no knowledge the day was coming. While it’s understandable we have to put the fires out as they flare up on a daily or monthly basis, it’s not OK to make believe those long term goals don’t exist…they will eventually rear their ugly head to bite you on the bum and give you sleepless nights. This my friends is what I call Life…and it’s different for all of us. We all have different coping mechanisms and rationales, but the end result is the same: falling short of our financial goal and failing to reach what could have been an attainable financial objective. We all have dreams. Whether it be a home, vacation, sending our kids to college or retiring, we have dreams. Unfortunately, in our economic world these dreams cost money. For most of us who don’t have a gazillion dollars in savings, we have to save over time

to achieve our goal- the money doesn’t magically appear. It takes time, structure and a bit of intestinal fortitude to get there. The first step is setting up a plan. You don’t set out on a trip without planning it out- setting financial goals for the future is no different. It takes a plan, a roadmap of sorts. I’m surprised by how many new people I meet who have a 401(k) plan at work and don’t contribute. To top it off, many plans match your contribution up to a certain contributory percentage, and still, the person doesn’t join up. So let’s look at this for a moment: the employer says “if you put in a dollar I’ll put in a dollar…and you don’t? In essence, you’re turning down free money, or a 100% immediate return on your investment- your one dollar magically becomes two. America…what a country! And yet, many don’t take advantage of their fine employers offer to give money away. Check your plan and see if you have this wonderfully generous advantage, and make sure you take them up on it. If you don’t have a pension plan at work, you can set up an IRA and have the contribution deduction taken monthly from you’re checking or savings account automatically. Make sure you calculate the amount correctly so you don’t over-contribute…and watch your retirement assets grow and grow. The same can be held true for saving for college, or any financial goal: have the financial institution withdraw monthly the amount from your checking or savings account automatically. In a month or two, you’ll learn to live with a bit less, and you’ll watch your saving each month become more. Simple? Not complicated- all it takes is a short time to check your budget for those extra couple of bucks you can do without now, and set it aside for later. Remember…once the year is done, you can’t go back and save for the past 12 months- you’ve lost a small window of opportunity…and we talk about Life, we need all the opportunity we can get! Neal A. Deutsch is a Certified Financial Planner™ with Chestnut Investment Group in Suffern, New York and is a Registered Representative with First Allied Securities, Member FINRA/ SIPC. He’s been helping folks since 1989 with their financial and estate planning, and is available for a consultation to help you as well. If you have any questions for Neal, feel free to call him at (845) 369-0016 or email him at neald@chestnutinvestment.com

Uruguayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wine industry is growing at a rapid pace. There are currently more than 270 wineries; many are small and owned by families of European descent. The wine industry has a strong impact on the economy and it is growing steadily as more people become aware of what Uruguay has to offer. Wine brings tourism to Uruguay. In 2008 a wine route was created to encourage domestic as well as foreign tourism. The wine route has encouraged wineries to offer more services for tourists such as tasting rooms offering not only wine sampling but also food tastings as well. Uruguay has the perfect geographical position to produce the highest quality grapes. It gets strong influences from the Atlantic breezes and it is most similar in character to the Bordeaux region of France. You will find long, hot summer days and cool nights that create the diurnal fluctuations that bring out the best qualities in the vineyard. Diurnal weather is what grapes love. They have the perfect balance of rain, sun, and temps along with its clay based soil. The winemakers today are young and energetic. There are over 20,000 acres cultivated almost exclusively by hand. The vines are pruned and bunches discarded to reduce the amount of juice and keep it concentrated and of high quality. They also sort by hand. The emphasis is definitely on quality. Something we really like is that they try to keep their wines alcohol content to 12 and 12.5 % so you are not hit on the head at the first sip. They are also one of the most green and environmentally sustainable countries in the world. The Tannat grape is to Uruguay what Malbec is to Argentina. It is their workhorse grape. It was originally brought over from the Southwest of France more than 150 years ago and it can be a harsh tannic varietal. However, these new winemakers have harnessed it and tamed it to produce a full, rich red that accompanies beef quite well, and this is definitely a country of beef eaters! They also blend and produce other varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. One of the largest of their wine regions, Canelones, happens to be 10 miles outside of the capital city Montivedeo. Currently there are limited options for accommodations in this wine region so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best to use Montevideo as a home base and then venture out on day trips to visit wineries. There is a wonderful UNESCO site located in Colonia del Sacromento about a 110 mile drive west of the capital. Just about an hour drive outside of this city is the wine region of Carmelo which has many small, family-run wineries to visit. With the increased interest in wine tourism things are changing rapidly and in the near future capital investment is sure to bring expansion to all wine regions of Uruguay. If you enjoy exploring the wide world of wine this could be your newest discovery. Stay tuned for more detailed information on our Uruguayan wine experience!.

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Mellow Tonin’ Tony

As I write this on Jan 26th, we are waiting for the BIG storm to hit NY, a blizzard actually, and I just sneezed because I am waiting for the heat to come up. I think I have a built in thermometer that tells me when to bundle up, and that thermometer makes me sneeze every time if get a chill and am fighting a cold, so I pop my nutritional support. Last month I yakked about colds, and this month we continue with an immune system support you may not have known about. Not only colds and influenza, but also cancer in the opinion of many, is a failure of the immune system to protect the body, so this system is really important to keep in good shape, like car maintenance; could extend life. In fact, its decline is implicated in premature aging, which is only one of the reasons I take it in a very pure medical grade form for the last 150 years of my life. In addition to all my other immune support, I find that I sometimes need to turbo-charge the nutritional support for patients whose life styles are so stressful the usual stuff doesn’t cut it. That may include me any minute now, but here’s one I find really interesting, which I hope does put you to sleep if you need to, but, that’s not all it does! We all know that sleep is crucial to health, which I mentioned in my last article, and that those who have night jobs are at a higher risk for many diseases. But what if you can get to sleep? A “vast amount of experimental research” has emerged to enlighten us on the role of melatonin, the thing you make that helps you sleep, in our health care, if we would only read on Ollie. First, it’s an antioxidant, 200% more than Vitamin E, and better than E or C for reducing “oxidative” (think rust, and why we take antioxidants) damage. WHY do we care about that? Those of us with high cholesterol would like to keep that fat from becoming oxidized,(aka lipid peroxidation) as that’s the real culprit in hardening of the arteries, aka arterial sclerosis, aka, not A-OK! So studies show it can help to lower the LDL “lousy” cholesterol. Because of its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory AND hormone modulation properties, studies show it is an effective adjuvant (goes nicely with and helps) for some cancer therapies, as it can help induce cancer cell death, and who doesn’t want that? Here is the study: “In a review of 8 randomized, controlled clinical trials evaluating the benefits of melatonin as an adjuvant therapy for cancer patients with solid tumors undergo-

ing chemotherapy or radiation therapy researchers found that concurrent use of 20 mg (NOTE: TOO MUCH FOR GENERAL AT HOME USE, (which should be MUCH less) of melatonin once daily versus conventional treatment alone, improved the rate of complete or partial remission by nearly 50%, increased the one-year survival rate by 45%, and decreased the devastating side effects of conventional therapy such as low platelet count, neuropathy, and fatigue by 89%, 83%, and 65% respectively. It can affect the immune system by T-helper cell activation, and white blood cell (macrophage) synthesis which are the ones that look like amoebas that engulf and gobble up the bad guys. T cells are immune cells made in the Thymus, hence the “T”. But helper cells are not all it may help, Hedda. Other research shows it crosses the protective blood/brain barrier and as such, think about its antioxidant help for oxidized brains, like Alzheimer’s and others, but only in the very beginning of this disease, or for protective support as per: “Preclinical studies revealed that melatonin exerts pronounced neuro-protective effects against beta amyloid plaque, one of the specific underlying causes of Alzheimer’s disease”. All these studies are with varying amounts of specific product, which means using too much may make patients fall asleep in their mashed potatoes, or worse, behind the wheel, and too little may do nothing, so DO NOT start taking high doses unless monitored by at least a hall monitor, better yet someone with a degree in health care. But if you are a fat middle aged rodent, and you know who you are, melatonin in your hot toddy has been found to not only suppress that little tiny tire around your middle Midge, but also your blood leptin levels Lola, and it can help lower your food intake, especially from those middle of the night, standing in front of with the door open, or maybe inside in your case, of the fridge binging on cupcakes, Cookie, Mick-

ey, whatever. All this from melatonin, a delightful surprise, and there is more, as in the positive response of those with age related macular degeneration (some melatonin is synthesized in the retina) and glaucoma to increased melatonin. AND, as if that weren’t enough: “Melatonin has also been shown to protect pancreatic beta-cells and several diabetes-affected organs (including kidney, retina, brain, and vasculature) from free radical damage.” Hooray. I have discussed in prior columns its use for preventing reflux, as it can help tighten the “ss fink’ ter” spelled “sphincter” at the bottom of the esophagus, and also that it is also been found to be low in patients with breast cancer. PLEASE NOTE POSSIBLE DRUG INTERACTIONS: if you are on ANY medication you must discuss this and any supplementation with your Doc first as melatonin can lower the effectiveness of several of them, like warfarin and blood pressure meds AND steroids, to name just a few. Some are enhanced, some are not. Caffeine, tobacco and alcohol can lower production of melatonin, possibly keeping you awake, while cocaine and amphetamines increase production, possibly making you very tired. So, with all that said and done, melatonin is an amazing hormone, discovered only 50 years ago, secreted by the little pineal gland deep in the brain , with levels that peak at 2am and of course in childhood in response to lack of and/or low light. In winter this stuff makes us sleepier due to less light, especially if you mimic darkness with sunglasses all day long in low light. Melatonin is one substance to pay attention to, as we make less of it as we age, and apparently some of us need more of it for more reasons than we thought we did! Not just for jet lag anymore. Plasma, serum or saliva samples maybe used for melatonin measurement. Available in foods such as beets, mmmm, milk, almonds, mustard, tomatoes, bananas, and cukes. Supports cognition, brown fat, the good fat that helps to keep us from being as fat as fat can be, Bertha. What’s not to love? This column has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, as if they read it, and its contents are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. For that, make an appointment already! See also www.GoDrJo.com under latest articles.

Blauvelt Free Library

ADULT /FAMILY PROGRAMS Cinema et la Cucina di’Italia a Ristorante Del’Arte (a Meal & a Movie at Del’Arte Ristorante) A fundraiser for Friends of Blauvelt Free Library | Sunday, March 1, 11 am – 3:30 pm. Enjoy screening of a classic Italian film starring Roberto Benigni, followed by a lovely luncheon at one of Rockland’s favorite Ristoranti. Includes salad, pasta, a choice of three entrees, coffee, soda and Italian cookies. Price is $40 per person. Patrons may purchase wine separately. For information, call Friends President, Alice Ryan at 845 398-3590. Payment required when you register. For registration info, call 845 359-2811. Classic Movie | Tuesday, March 10, 12 pm. Paul Kaufman introduces a free screening of Beaches (PG-13) 1988, 123 min., at noon. This Oscar-nominated comedy-drama starring Bette Midler, Barbara Hershey and John Heard follows decades of a roller coaster friendship between a breezy NY performer and a buttoned up West Coast lawyer. Coffee and tea are provided, and Linda Kaufman brings tasty baked sweets. Free. Celebration of 17th & 18th Century Irish Music | Sunday, March 15, 2 pm. Start St. Patrick’s week with an exploration of the roots of Irish-American culture through Celtic music, song, and dance from the 1700s -1800s. Erik Lichack, concert master of Ministers of Apollo and Eliza Vinczin perform on Harpsichord and flute. This is the first-ever public performance of this program, and is a free event. Book Chat | Wednesday, March 18, 7:30 pm. Evelyn Murphy leads a lively group discussion of The Invention of Wings by Monk Kidd. Evelyn often brings a snack and a “party favor” to the meeting that relates to the storyline of the book. Copies of the book are available at the front desk for check out. Call Evelyn at 845 480-4165 to get in on the fun. American Safety Driving Course | March 26 + 27, 10 am – 1 pm. Sign up early for Arthur Aldrich’s 6-hour American Safety, Inc. course given over two days. When completed, the program affords you discounts of up to 10 % on your auto insurance. Similar to the AARP Defensive Driving Course, but all age drivers welcome. Register at the library with a check for $30 made out to A. Aldrich. Call 845 359-2811 for information. FREE YOUTH PROGRAMS StoryCraft | Every Wednesday + Thursday from 2 - 3 pm. Join us for stories, puppets,

The Guide songs, and a craft. Ages 2 ½ to 5, in the Children’s Room. Mommy + Me Yoga with Wendy | Mondays, March 3 + 23, 9:45 - 10:15 am. Have fun learning yoga together. Ages 2 to 4. Limit 10. Register with Marybeth at 845 359-2811. Sing and Dance with Mr. Kurt | Tuesday, March 3 at 4 pm. Ages 1 to 7. Songs, wacky props… and bubbles! Please register at 845 359-2811. Crafts with Juliet | Friday, March 13, 4 pm. Ages 6 – 9: Make a Pot o’ Gold St. Patrick’s Day craft | Friday, March 20: Fashion a spring bouquet of flowers. Limit 12. Call 845 3592811 to register. In the Kitchen with Debbie: Green Pancakes for St. Patrick’s Day | Tuesday, March 13, 5 pm. Ages 7 to 13. Limit 15. Call 845 3592811 to register. Read2Rover | Monday March 16, 4 – 5 pm . Grades K - 5. Read a favorite book to Lola the Rottweiler or Paco the Chihuahua, Certified Therapy Pets. Call for one of eight fifteen-minute sessions at 845 359-2811. Yoga for Tweens with Wendy | Mondays, March 16 + 30, 4:15 - 5 pm. ages 7 to 12. Learn yoga in a fun and creative way. Register with Marybeth at 845 359-2811. CheckMates Chess Club | Thursday, March 19, 4 – 5 pm. Bring your brainpower! We’ll provide the chessboard and pieces. Ages 7 and up. Meets in the Children’s Room. Manda’s Enchanted Event: Meet Elsa! | Tuesday, March 24 at 2 pm. Ages 2 ½ to 4. Limit 20. Please call to register at 845 359-2811. TAWK: Teens at Work Klub | Tuesday, March 24, 4 pm. Gather in the library to advise Marybeth on programs, books and media you think we should have. Snacks, too! 845 3592811 to register. Grades 6 - 12. Legomania Lego Club | Wednesday, March 25, 4 - 5 pm. Bring your own Legos, or use ours. Any Lego donations are welcome. Ages 6 + up. Meets in the Children’s Room. Magic Tree House Book Club | Thursday, March 26 at 4:30 pm. A chat and game about Book # 50: Hurry Up Houdini. Books available for checkout at the front desk. Ages 7 + 8. Please register. Spring StoryTime with Marybeth | Thursday, March 26 at 6 pm. Hear stories about Spring and make a craft. Ages 5 to 7. Limit 12. Please register

Moovie and Poppcorn | Friday, March 27 at 3:30 pm. Enjoy the animated release, Peppa Pig: Bubbles (NR)70 min. The adorable little pig with the English accent learns many ways to make bubbles. 12 episodes means you can stay as little or as long as the kiddie’s attention spans. Ages 3 and up. Moovie and Poppcorn | Tuesday, March 31 at 3 pm. Watch Penguins of Madagascar (PG) 92 min. Skipper, Kowalski, Rico and Private join forces with undercover organization North Wind to thwart villainous Dr. Brine from fulfilling his evil plan. Ages 5 and up.

Hopper House

EXHIBITIONS Philip Koch: Landscapes and Hopper Interiors. Through April 12, Edward Hopper House presents a selection of paintings and drawings by Philip Koch (b. 1948), including large. vibrant landscape paintings as well as smaller oils and charcoal drawings of the interiors of both Edward Hopper’s Truro, MA, studio and of Hopper’s Nyack home. At the start of his career in the late 1960s, Koch was an abstract painter, but he soon turned to a more realist style when, he says, “[Edward] Hopper came along and tapped me on the shoulder.” Since 1983, Koch has had 15 residencies in Hopper’s home and studio in Truro, MA, on Cape Cod. He has also painted in Hopper’s bedroom at the Edward Hopper House. Spending time in the spaces inhabited by Hopper, seeing the same views, and experiencing the play of light and shadow in the rooms and on the surrounding houses has provided Koch with a unique understanding of Hopper’s work and process. Koch has used that understanding as a guide as he has forged his own artistic identity. Edward Hopper - Memorabilia and Early Work. Ongoing in the Sanborn Gallery and Hopper Bedroom. Early drawings, paintings, and etchings, together with memorabilia, including model boats made by Hopper, paint boxes, and an easel, are presented on an ongoing basis. First Friday Events • Friday, March 6, 7 pm - Artist Gallery talk by Philip Koch. Exhibiting artist Philip Koch will discuss his work and process and its connection to Edward Hopper. • First Friday Artist of the Month Recep-

tions at Edward Hopper House, 6 pm: March 2015 Artist of the Month: Kikki Ghezzi – Reception March 6

New City Library

Wednesday, March 4, 7:00 PM - THE HISTORY OF THE WOMEN’S LEAGUE OF BASEBALL Professor Herbert Fischer will deliver a colorful and informative presentation on women’s baseball leagues during World War II when men were fighting overseas. Friday, March 6, 2:00 PM - WOMEN AND MONEY. Examine some of the unique financial challenges women face and then learn some of the steps women can take to take charge of their financial future. Sunday, March 8, 2:00 PM - LES PAUL CONCERT. Tom & Sandy Doyle perform hits of Les Paul and Mary Ford from the Great American Songbook. Tuesday, March 10 at 7:00 PM. MILLIONAIRE’S ROW ON THE PALISADES. Artists, captains of industry, eccentrics were among the men and women who, from the time of the Civil War through the Great Depression, built unique and often lavish homes upon the precipices of the Palisades. Through images and narrative, historical interpreter Eric Nelsen of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission brings to life the stories of these grand estates - and the families and servants who inhabited them. Wednesday, March 18 at 10:00 AM - HOW TO MEDITATE. This one day introduction workshop given by Rochelle Spooner will give you a better understanding of meditation and visualizations. Please come wearing comfortable clothing, a smile and an open mind. Call to register 634-4997 ext. 139. Sunday, March 22 at 12:30 PM - UKRANIAN PYSANKY EGG DECORATING. Learn this beautiful art. Take home your own creations. Registration is required. Call 634-4997 ext. 139. Fee: $25 per person. Saturday, March 28, 2:00 PM - VOICES OF THINKING JEWISH WOMEN. Prudence Holmes features the writings of famous Jewish women such as Golda Meir, Lillian Hellman and Sarah Bernhardt.

Nyack Library

Adult Programs Please register for all Adult Program events by calling the Library at (845)358-3370 ext. 214 or by visiting our events calendar at

www.nyacklibrary.org 3/15/15 Celebrating Women with author Penny Colman. 2:00 pm in the Community Meeting Room. Join us as we celebrate Women’s History Month with this dynamic program of unique photographs and lively commentary by award-winning author Penny Colman, based on her many road trips in search of historic women’s landmarks. “A perfect blend of erudition and entertainment” - Saralinda Lichtblau, Hudson River Museum, Yonkers, NY 3/18/15 American Red Cross Disaster Preparedness Program. 7:00 pm in the Community Meeting Room. Are you prepared for a Disaster? Empower yourself and others. Take the Red Cross training to Prepare, Respond, and Recover: What to do when a Disaster strikes! 3/19/15 The Unknown Palisades 7:00 pm in the Community Meeting Room. The cliffs and forested talus slopes of the Palisades rise to more than 600 feet above the river. In the mid-19th Century, New York builders quarried the Palisades for building materials, ship ballast, and for concrete aggregate. Through images and narrative, Eric Nelsen, longtime historical interpreter for Palisades Interstate Park, brings the story of the Palisades to life: its fishermen’s villages and palatial estates, the epic struggle to preserve the ancient cliffs, and the thriving beaches and campgrounds of the Depression and New Deal Era. 3/26/15 Cornell Coop Ext Master Gardener Series: Raised Beds for Vegetable Gardens presented by Steven Becker. 7:00 pm in the Community Meeting Room. Master Gardener Steven Becker will demonstrate how raisedbed vegetable gardens will improve soil conditions to obtain maximum crop yields. The discussion will include making raised beds, planting companion crops, rotating crops, and germinating seeds at home. A discussion of buying nursery grown plants for your vegetable garden is important to successful crops. 3/31/15 Get Your Home Ready to Sell with Frank Mancione. 7:00 pm in the Community Meeting Room. Find out the 10 most common reasons why your house was on the market this past winter and did not sell. Learn how to prepare your house for the spring market: little things mean a lot and perhaps more $$$. Frank Mancione has been selling Real Estate in the Nyack and surrounding areas for over 30 years. He has successfully marketed properties from cottages to weekend get-

aways to million dollar homes and sold one of the most expensive river front properties in all of Rockland County. Children’s Programs Stories of Strong Girls and Brave Women - Friday, March 20, 3:00-4:00. Not all girls need to wait for a prince! Hear stories of heroines, real and imagined, from long ago and today! Award Winning Storyteller Robin Bady will enthrall the whole family with her dynamic presentation of inspiring females. Most appropriate for ages 5-11 and their families. Register by contacting the Children’s Department at (845) 358-3370 ext. 228. Meet Paddington! - Wednesday, March 11, 4:30-5:30. (for children ages 5-8) Did you know Paddington Bear is from a series of books? Come hear some original Paddington Bear stories and make a Paddington craft to take home! Register by contacting the Children’s Department at (845)358-3370 ext. 228 Teen Programs Creative Writing Wednesdays w/ Ms. Laurie. March 4, 18 at 7:00 pm (continues in April and May). For teen writers who want to share their creative work. Emphasis on intent and revision; work towards submitting your stories, poems, and creative nonfiction to literary web sites or contests that are aimed at teen writers. SAT Critical Reading Clinic with Trevor Hochman. Monday, March 16 at 7:00 pm. This program will explore the format and design of the SAT Critical Reading test and to practice skills and techniques that will help you answer every question correctly. Register by call (845) 358-3370 ext. 236 Resume Writing with Josh Marber. Wednesday, March 25 at 7:00 pm. Get a jump start on that summer job. Receive advice and tips on how to write a perfect resume. Register by calling (845)358-3370 ext. 236 Exhibits Carl Brenner - Photography, Central Staircase Gallery Daihua Qin - Painter, mixed mediums, Circulation & Blue Galleries Rockland Country Day School Student Exhibit- Klay Gallery Exhibit Case Book & Pub Club: March 10 -- Freedom by Jonathan Franzen – meets at 7pm at Spice of India. Non-Fiction Book Club 2:00 pm. March 5 -- Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin Fiction Book Discussion Group 7:00 pm. March 4 -- A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki

AARP Free Tax Aide - Mondays - March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 April 6, & 13 from 10:00 -2:30pm, You must be signed in by 1:00 to be seen the same day & you must bring your SS card and photo ID. Carnegie Concerts - Saturdays- March 7, 14, 28 in the Carnegie Farian Room Friends of the Nyack Library BOOK SALE-Richard Anderson Collection. Sunday, March 29 12:00-4:00 Jazz Education at RCJBS- TWO Educational Workshops & Concerts with the Pros featuring world-renowned trumpeters Scott Wendholt & Duane Eubanks, Rockland Youth Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Peter Fulan and the Scott Wendholt Quartet #1-Sunday March 8, 1:00-3:00 at The Nyack Library & #2-Sunday March 15(#2 held at The Rockland Conservatory of Music in Pearl River-both FREE) Both workshops are open to all interested music students and the general public. Students in the area can participate in one or both workshops. The professional jazz artist/ clinicians will speak on various topics aimed at education the audiences to a greater appreciation of jazz. They will also lead the students in exploring the art and craft of jazz performances and composition through demonstration and active student participation. Please Register

Orangeburg Public LIbrary

Monday, March 9 & March 23. CHAIR AND STANDING YOGA WITH DEBRA BROADMAN. Yoga is well known to increase flexibility, strengthen the core and promote relaxation. To register, contact Orangeburg Library at 845-359-2244, ext. 10. 1:00 PM Friday, March 13. MINDFUL MEDITATION AND BREATHING. Feeling stressed? Don’t have time to relax? Instructor Rochelle Spooner will offer techniques to quiet a restless mind and calm your nervous systems. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a smile and a playful attitude. To register, contact Orangeburg Library at 845-359-2244, ext. 10. 11:00 AM Monday, March 16. TANGLING AT THE ORANGEBURG LIBRARY. Everyone is welcome to become a part of this delightful journey of creating Zentangle -- no artistic experience is necessary. Zentangle art proivdes a fun and lighthearted way to relax and intentionally facilitate a shift in focus and perspective. At this introductory class, certified Zentangle

teacher Jill Greenbaum will show you how simple shapes and lines combine to make a complicated and interesting final piece of artwork. To register, contact Orangeburg Library at 845-359-2244, ext. 10. 6:30 pm Tuesdays, March 14 - April 28. BETTER CHOICES, BETTER HEALTH: Do you have a chronic health condition that is stopping you from living your life to its fullest? If yes, then register for this free six-session workshop series offered by the Rockland County Department of Health. The series will be held at the Orangeburg Library, 20 S. Greenbush Road, Orangeburg, NY. To register, call the Health Dept. (845) 364-2501. 1:30 - 4:00 pm Thursday and Friday, March 26 & 27. AARP SMART DRIVER CLASS: This two-day course will help you become a more independent, safe and confident driver while on the road. Upon completion of the course, you may also qualify for great discounts on your insurance. The cost is $20 for AARP members; $25.00 for non-AARP members. For Adults 50+ To register, contact Orangeburg Library at 845359-2244, ext. 10. 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Pearl River Public Library

Back by popular demand, photographer Carol Dyer brings the Pearl River St. Patrick’s Day Parade to our gallery walls throughout the month of March. Her yearly photo-essay captures all the spirit of the festivities with bold, colorful close-up portraits and sweeping group shots of celebrants young and old. Come and see if you can spot a friend or relative among the hundreds of smiling faces in this perennially popular show. Our collection of great works of Irish literature will accompany the exhibit. March 1st-March27th. Also at the library this month: Carolyn Enger in concert, Sunday, March 15th at 3PM; AARP Tax Aide Fridays at 10:30; Friday Film Series every week at 2PM; Book Clubs for Adults, Boys, Girls and Teens (call for times and registration).

Piermont Library

Gallery Show for March: Saving Tallman Mountain and the Palisades: From Controversy to Conservation. Artists Reception: Sunday, March 8, 2:00 - 4:00PM, with a PowerPoint Presentation @ 3PM. For the month of March, the Piermont Library’s Lara Jacobs has accessed and supplemented their Local History Collection to explore the exciting and

pivotal role that preservation of the Tallman Mountain area played in the development of the Palisades Interstate Park System. Tallman Mountain and much of the Palisades Sill was once threatened by quarrymen who wanted to crush the “trap rock” for building roads and skyscrapers. Who were the aesthetic-minded preservationists and moneyed moguls who stopped them? Just how far did they go to influence legislation? Do we also have a few good women to thank for the creation of the Palisades Interstate Park? And what were those Standard Oil tanks once doing lurking in Tallman? The reception, 2-4 PM on Sunday, March 8 will include a 3 PM PowerPoint presentation that will answer these and many other queries about our lovely local state park. Local Author Book Talk: Virginia Sánchez-Korrol presents An Untold Latina American Story. Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. The Dennis P. McHugh Piermont Public Library celebrates Women’s History Month with An Untold Latina American Story. Local Author, Virginia Sánchez-Korrol, presents an illustrated discussion of her book Feminist and Abolitionist: The Story of Emilia Casanova. Raised in an elite, slave-holding Cuban family, Emilia Casanova spent most of her adult life in New York City, where she worked passionately for Cuba’s freedom from Spain and the black man’s freedom from servitude. A wife and mother, she created the first women’s political organization dedicated to supporting the rebel cause during Cuba’s Ten Years’ War. Puerto Rican and Latino Studies professor Virginia Sánchez-Korrol introduces the fascinating but little-known story of a Latin American activist to an English-speaking audience. Professor Emerita at Brooklyn College, CUNY, Dr. Sánchez-Korrol has authored From Colonia to Community: The History of Puerto Ricans in New York City, and co-edited Latinas in the United States: A Historical Encyclopedia. A resident of Piermont, New York, Sánchez-Korrol appears as commentator in films, and consults on Latino history for museum exhibits. She writes a blog about Puerto Ricans and Latinas for the Huffington Post.

Rivertown Film

Broadway at Depew, Nyack, NY

Information: 845.353.2568 or www.rivertownfilm.org. Tickets at the door, in advance from 800.838.3006 or online at www.rivertownfilm.org. $11 general admission

$9 for students, seniors and general Rivertown Film members $8 for student and senior Rivertown Film members unless otherwise noted Wednesday, March 11 – 8:00 p.m. at Nyack Center. FINDING VIVIAN MAIER. Directed by John Maloof, Charlie Siskel. USA, 2014, 83 minutes, documentary. In 1950s and ‘60s Chicago, an enigmatic nanny moonlighted as a street photographer. Her remarkable images, which were never exhibited, were discovered by director Maloof, who began to investigate her but discovered little. When he posted her photos, a “star” was born. Framed as a riddle to be solved, this absorbing film is partly a meditation on who gets to sanctify work as art, and why. It’s also the story of a single woman who found freedom and her voice. Academy Award Nominee for Best Documentary. “Maier is a great artist who discounted adulation entirely. Her life was a masquerade; her genius, quite literally, was unexposed. . . .” – Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor “More connect-the-dots detective thriller than traditional doc, John Maloof and Charlie Siskel’s revelatory riddle of a film unmasks a brilliant photographer who hid in plain sight for decades working as an eccentric French nanny.” – Chris Nashawaty, Entertainment Weekly SPECIAL THANK YOU TO MEMBERS EVENT; FREE TO MEMBERS, regular prices for non-members. Wednesday, March 25 – 8:00 p.m. at Nyack Center. ALTMAN - Directed by Ron Mann. 2014, Canada, 96 minutes, documentary. While refusing to adhere to Hollywood conventions or the demands of its executives, Robert Altman’s unique style of filmmaking won him friends and enemies, earned him international acclaim and occasional scathing criticism, and over a five decade-long career helped reshape moviemaking with technical and aesthetic contributions to the evolution of the art form. Ron Mann’s Altman tells the story, primarily in the directors own words. “Given the who’s-who of collaborators and acolytes of the late Robert Altman assembled for this feature-length tribute, it would have been all too easy for director Ron Mann to let the film turn into a loose, digressive—indeed, Altmanesque—jamboree of war stories and portable wisdom. But to great, stirring effect, Altman charts a different course, drawing on a wealth of existing material to tell the

filmmaker’s story largely in his own, brashly eloquent words, and through generous clips from his massive, admittedly uneven, always uncompromising filmography.” – Scott Foundas, Variety Post-film discussion: Rivertown Film Executive Director Matthew Seig was one of two consultants on Altman (the other was the director’s wife). He is editor of a book of photographs and essays of the same title published by Abrams Books in December, and he manages commercial use of the Altman Archive at the University of Michigan, an important source of material in the film and book. He will discuss the film, book, archive, and Robert Altman’s legacy with slides of unusual and unseen material.

Rose Memorial Library

Art on Display February and March - Wild Life Photographer, Jane Aquilar Murphy will have her beautiful photographs on display at the library. Book a Librarian, by appointment. Do you need one-on-one help with your computer? Are you afraid of going to a class and feeling overwhelmed? Do you have a specific computer program or function that you want to learn? Call Jennifer at 845-786-2100 ext. 13 to set up a one hour meeting. Bring your computer or tablet or device. The library has laptops to use as well. Zumba! Monday, March 2nd 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. 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Eating to Thrive, Friday, March 6th at 1:30 Join local nutritionist, Kim Brown, in her new program, “Eating to Thrive” This is a four-part nutrition course focuses on teaching individuals about the concepts of nutrition, the role of nutrition in health and physical and mental performance, eating for optimal health instead of dieting, and developing an eating plan that is tailored to your needs and preferences. Please let us know that you’ll attend: 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Family Movie Night, Friday, March 6th at 4:30. Come to the library to watch “The Secret of Kells”! For ages 8 and up. Let us know that you’ll attend. 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Painting Flower Pots with Larissa McLoughlin, Tuesday, March 10th at 6:30. Join Larissa McLoughlin in this fun and easy class. We will be painting flower pots to get ready

for spring. Ages 12 and up. Registration is required so we know how many materials to bring. There is no charge for this class. 845786-2100 ext. 13 Knitting Circle, Wednesday, March 11th at 3:00. Bring a project to work on! Crochet, knitting, felting...come on in to the library! Teen Action Group Meeting, Wednesday, March 11th at 5:00. Have some pizza and hang out at the library. Do you have volunteer hours that you need to fill? Find out how you can do so at the library. Please let us know that you’ll attend. 845-786-2100 ext. 13. Friends of the Library Meeting, Wednesday, March 11 at 6:00. Would you like to help raise awareness of your fantastic, local library? Come to the Friend’s meeting to find out how. RSVP: 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Wii & Minecraft Club, Friday, March 13th at 5:00. Bring your laptop or hand held gaming device to the library to play. Bring your friends and make new ones too at this popular event. St. Patrick’s Day Cookie Decorating!, Tuesday, March 17th at 4:30. Decorate a cookie with local teen, Jessica Minker with a St. Patty’s Day theme! For ages 11-18! Let us know that you’ll attend so we can bring enough cookies! 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Debunking Nutrition Myths, Wednesday, March 18th at 7:00. Join local nutritionist, Kim Brown, in learning how to keep yourself healthy. She will discuss topics such as: dietary fats, gluten-free, whole grains, vegetarianism and low fat dairy. Let us know that you’ll attend: 845-786-2100 ext.13 STEM Book Club, Thursday, March 19th at 4:30. Non-fiction lovers, join this book club! We will be discussing Dreamland by David K. Randall. Starting Seeds Indoors and Outdoors, Tuesday, March 24th at 1:00. Seeds are marvelous little packages of plants just waiting to grow up in your garden. This presentation will discuss how and when to start seeds indoors, and how to nurture the seedlings until they are ready to plant outdoors. It will also cover how and when to sow seeds directly into your garden. Join Cornell Cooperative Master Gardener, Donna DeSousa for this presentation. RSVP: 845-786-2100 ext. 13 Fan of Fiction, Wednesday, March 25th at 5:00. What stories are you obsessed with? Television, Movies, Fanfiction, Novels...whatever you are a fan of, bring your interest to this event. Share your enthusiasm, and learn about some fandoms you may not know about. Ages 12-18.

Slicing Big Apple Baseball, Wednesday, March 25th at 7:00. Did you also know Brooklyn had 25 semi-pro teams before they morphed into the Dodgers? And can you believe outfielders once caught fly balls with their helmets? These are simply some of the colorful vignettes you will learn in an interactive lecture that traces NYC baseball from its origins before the Dodgers, Yankees, and Giants—all the way to the present. Taught by a NYC tour guide and city college professor of history and political science, and former newspaper editor and reporter, join us for this entertaining, interactive lecture! Please let us know that you’ll attend: 845-786-2100 ext. 13 MAKE Club, Friday, March 27th at 4:30. This is a new club! The library will provide materials and ideas, and you make what you want. This club will meet once a month, so long term projects are an option. MAKE includes coding, electronics, sewing, paper mache and etc. For ages 11 -18. Austen, Bronte and Wharton Roundtable, Tuesday, March 31st at 6:30. SUNY Rockland Professor, Ann Fey, will return to facilitate a roundtable discussion about Jane Austen, Charlotte Bronte and Edith Wharton. The lifespan of these women authors occurs from 1775 to 1937. What amazing changes did these authors see and include in their writings? Which author or novel do you love the most? Bring your thoughts to this group discussion. RSVP: 845-786-2100 ext. 13

Tomkins Cove Public Library

Zumba - March 4/11/25 at 6pm. Yoga - March 12/26 at 6:30pm Children’s St. Patrick’s Day craft-Wed March 11-Make a hanging “Pot of Gold “ at 4:30pm

Valley Cottage Library

In Our Gallery: March 1 – 29. Barbara Lowen-

stein - Paintings, Photographs and Mixed Media. Opening Reception: Sunday, Mar. 1 from 1-3pm. The public is invited. Wednesday Matinee Movies at 2pm - Mar. 4: The Lunchbox – FF. Rated: PG. Studio: SONY Pictures Home Entertainment. Mar. 18: Jersey Boys – Rated: R. Studio: Warner Home Video. Librarian-Led Daytime Discussions – Tuesday, Mar. 3 at 2 pm. The Cat’s Table by Michael Ondaatje Scholar-led Book Discussion - Mar. 5 (Snow date Mar. 12). Beloved by Toni Morrison – Discussion led by Dr. Vara Neverow. Book and Pub Club – Tuesday, Mar. 10 at 7 pm

Nyack & VC Libraries have a book club geared toward 21 to 30-somethings! Meet this month at Spice of India, 125 Main St., Nyack to discuss Freedom by Jonathan Franzen over drinks (21+ only) with librarians Katie and Ashley. Music, Meditation & Mindfulness - Thursdays in March at 10:30am. Experience calm, serenity and a deeper sense of well being. Meditation can be effortless and powerful. COST: Nyack School District residents: $5. Outof-District: $10 per class. Registration required. Matter of Balance – 8 Wednesdays, Mar. 4 – April 22 from 10:00am to 12:00pm. The Rockland County Department of Health gives this fall-prevention program for older adults, which helps to develop your confidence, set realistic goals to exercise and increase activity and make changes to reduce your the risk of falling at home. Please call Barbara Plasker at the RCDH at 364-2501 to register. Defensive Driving Course – Mar. 4 & 5 from 5:45-8:45pm (Snow date: March 11). This 6-hour course is open to ALL NYS licensed drivers. Participants are eligible to receive a 10% discount on their auto insurance premiums and reduce up to 4 points. Preregistration is required. Please call 201-5225892. A check for $23 made payable to Ian Prastien is required. Class starts promptly at 5:45pm. Sunday Concerts at 2pm - Mar. 8 – Blarney Stew: Jigs, reels and other Celtic tunes spiced by modern hits along with some classic rock and country covers. Superb vocals and electric energy make this band a must see! Mar. 22 – Young Masters Recital Series with classical pianist Jason Stoll performing. Paying for College – Monday, Mar. 9 at 7pm Joshua Marber, MS. Ed., will offer information on how to receive the most financial aid, when and how to fill out financial aid forms, and searching and applying for scholarships. Please register.

Other Events

“Borscht Belt Memories” - Wednesday, March 11, 2015, 7:30 PM. The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Rockland Section will sponsor an entertaining program about “The Borscht Belt” with featured speaker Martin Schneit. The program brings to life a remarkable time, place and people such as Old Route 17, the Red Apple Rest, Catskills hotels, and comedians Red Buttons, George Burns, Rodney Dangerfield, and more. Break up the winter doldrums and relive the memories! The program starts at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, March 11th at Temple Beth El, 415 Viola Rd., Spring Valley. Refreshments, Free, Open to the Public. Death Trap - The Woman’s Club of Suffern is

sponsoring a matinee performance of Death Trap to benefit the Woman’s Club of Suffern Scholarship Fund on Sunday, March 28, at 2pm at the Tom France Theatre at Antrim Playhouse, 15 Spook Rock Road, Wesley Hills. Refreshments will be served during intermission. Benefit donation: $30. Tickens can be purchased by calling Lois Hagen - 845-357-6079. Tickets will also be sold at the door. THE TOWERS OF NYACK, a photographic essay, by Bob Goldberg, illustrating many of Nyack’s beautiful towers which crown our great Victorian buildings and homes, will go on display in Nyack at ML BY MARIA LUISA, during the month of March. These beautiful towers which distinguish our Victorian Heritage are seldom noted or appreciated by the passing public.This show will exhibit 20 large color photographs from Nyack’s unique architectural treasury.ML BY MARIA LUISA is located at 75 So Broadway in Nyack. The gallery is on the lower level and open daily during normal business hours, Sunday through Saturday. (tel 845 358 1293). Palisades Winter Farmers’ Market in its 7th season is open EVERY Saturday 9am-1pm through May 16 at the Palisades Community Center. 675 Oak Tree Road, Palisades, NY. Housed in a charming schoolhouse built in 1870, every Saturday we bring the farms to you! We have everything you need to serve delicious seasonal meals: Fresh fish, veggies, dairy products, meat, eggs, honey, herbs, bakery items, soups, prepared foods and special locally created artisinal products. Join the e-mail list for weekly updates and for further information: PCC@Palisadesny.com. Hi Tor Animal Shelter’s first annual Gala Dinner Dance -- the Furball. Date: Friday, March 27. Time: 6:30 - 11:00 p.m. Place: The Nyack Seaport, 21 Burd Street, Nyack. Dress: Black tie optional. Cost: $75 per person or $700 per table of 10. We will be honoring Christopher Puzio, DZM, Rockland Veterinary; Gordon Wren and the Fire Training Center, Pomona, NY; and Valley Cottage Animal Hospital. For more information, contact vrubino@hitor.org. Do you love art? Do you want to make solid investments? Collecting art, whether for love or profit, or both, can bring great pleasure. But where do you start? Who’s work should you invest in? When and where should you buy? There’s definitely an art to collecting art, and Ms. Barbara Jacobs Sussman, curator of the Blue Hill Art and Cultural Center and professional Fine Art Appraiser will be giving a free tour of “Revealing Common Ground”, the current exhibition at the Blue Hill Art and Cultural Center. She will cover the fundamentals of building a collection and topics such: as the materials that

artists use, how value is assigned to a work of art, the difference between an original and a print, how to effectively research and evaluate the art you consider buying, and how to create a meaningful grouping. Please join us on Thursday, March 12, 2015, at 12:30pm to learn about “The Art of Art Collecting” at The Blue Hill Art and Cultural Center, 1 Blue Hill Plaza, Pearl River, NY. Meet in the cafeteria on the concourse level, and please wear comfortable shoes for walking. Please RSVP to bluehillartandculturalcenter@gmail.com PIERMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETY USO DINNER DANCE! The Piermont Historical Society is hosting its 2nd Annual Fundraiser! WHEN: Thursday, March 26, 2015!. TIME: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM! WHERE: The View on the Hudson, 101 Shad Row, Piermont. Entertainment will be provided by The Old No. 7 Band and a video narrated by Tom Chapin will be shown honoring Piermont’s role in WWII. Tickets are $99.00 per person! Cocktail hour followed by a buffet dinner, unlimited beer, wine and soda with a cash bar.! Order your tickets online at www.piermonthistoricalsociety.bpt.me or mail your check payable to The Piermont Historical Society, PO Box 362, Piermont, NY, 10968! FROM HOLLAND TO HERE - April 18 – November 15th 2015 at the DePew House, 196 Chief Bill Harris Way, Orangeburg. Tuesdays 10 – 2, Sundays 1 – 4 or by appointment. Admission is free: donations accepted. Featuring the George Way Collection of Dutch Art & Artifacts. FROM HOLLAND TO HERE examines the Dutch heritage of the Town of Orangetown by way of the collection of George Way, America’s premier collector of Dutch 17th century art. On loan will be a stunning display of paintings, miniatures, silver, brass, delftware, prints, drawings and furniture. The collection significantly contributes to the backstory of who the Dutch were in the 1680’s, (particularly the Blauvelt descendants and neighbors of Gerrit Hendricksen) when a group of Dutch farmers left their ‘Boweries’ off Maiden Lane in Manhattan to settle here in Orangetown. Spirited, adventurous and descended from a highly developed culture, these earliest residents got out of Manhattan. They re-settled their families maintaining their language and traditions away from the scrutiny of the English. Join us for an extraordinary opportunity to examine the background of a people who, through their efforts, have distinguished Orangetown as a place rich in history. CONTACT: (845) 398-1302, special arrangements for press previews and schools. otownmuseum@optonline.net Join Us for the first of KRB’s Rockland Under-

ground Tours. Rockland Lake Romp. Saturday, March 21, 10:00 – 11:30 (Rain Date: 3/28). Join Keep Rockland Beautiful & Robert Maher, author and founder/President of The Friends of Rockland Lake and Hook Mountain, Inc., to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Rockland Lake State Park! We’ll leave no stone uncovered in this walking history tour to reveal the Lake’s rock quarrying past and world-renowned ice industry. Rockland Lake was one of the largest producers of natural ice and was known around the world for its famous pure “blue ice.” The area was also home to three traprock quarries. In 1965, the Palisades Interstate Park Commission opened Rockland Lake State Park. Join us as we explore the past, present and future of a Rockland County park gem. KRB Members – FREE! Non-Members – $20 each. For tour details and to Purchase/Register/Become Member: www.keeprocklandbeautiful.org. Email info@KeepRocklandBeautiful.org or call (845) 708-9164 for more information. Don’t miss the 2015 Rockland Underground Line up 1. Rockland Lake Romp – 3/21 2. Explore “Dutchtown” – 6/20 3. Rock On…Quarry Tour – 9/14 4. Haverstraw Walking Tour – 9/26 For more detail: www.keeprocklandbeautiful. org. Rowathon - Pull With a Purpose! Where: Nyack Center, 58 Depew Avenue, Nyack, NY- Corner of Broadway and Depew When: Saturday morning, March 21, 2015 On Saturday, March 21, the River Rowing Association will be running its 9th Annual “Pull With Purpose” row-a-thon to benefit the Nyack Center. In 2014 the RRA Row-a-thon raised over $15,000 for the Nyack Center. Help us raise even more this year! This two-hour relay race is open to 5-person teams competing for most meters rowed on indoor rowing machines(ergometers). Winning teams receive prizes. Larger teams are permitted (and encouraged in the non-racing category. You don’t need to know how to row. In fact, the River Rowing Team coaches will be giving demonstrations during the registration period before the row-a-thon gets underway. Registration is at 8am. The race is from 9am to 11am. We encourage each rower to raise $75 per person. This can be can be fully met through fundraising using our partnership with FirstGiving. Go to FirstGiving Link-http://www.firstgiving. com/nyackcenter/pull-with-purpose-rowathon-2015 Nyack Center’s free and low cost Breakfast Club, After School Care and youth programs provide much needed support for local families. For more information on the River Rowing Asso-

ciation -- please visit www.riverrowing.org For more info on the Nyack Center – please visit www.nyackcenter.org. The Historical Society of the Nyacks presents an exhibition entitled “An Underground Railroad Monument Comes to Nyack: Inspired by Toni Morrison, honoring Cynthia Hesdra.” The exhibit will open on March 14th and will continue through May 31st at the Historical Society’s Museum at 50 Piermont Avenue, Nyack. This exhibit will showcase the upcoming Nyack “Bench by the Road,” monument to the Underground Railroad and Cynthia Hesdra (1808 – 1879), and will explore Hesdra’s history as well as the accomplishments of Nobel Prize winning author and local resident Toni Morrison, whose quote inspired the Toni Morrison Society’s “Bench by the Road” program. In addition, photos and text describing “Bench by the Road” projects from around the world will create a compelling narrative about slavery and freedom. The exhibition coincides with the dedication of Nyack’s Bench in Memorial Park on May 18th, 2015. Cynthia Hesdra was a Nyack woman who rose from slavery to become an entrepreneur and abolitionist. She is listed as a conductor on the Underground Railroad in Nyack. Cynthia Hesdra was born in Tappan, New York on March 6, 1808. Her father, John Moore, owned mills in the area. Newspaper reports following her death state that she was once held as a slave. After her freedom was secured, she went on to own and operate a laundry business in New York City and Nyack, and to acquire real estate in Greenwich Village and Nyack. When Hesdra died on February 9, 1879, her net worth was around $100,000, the equivalent of $2.3 million in today’s dollars.

Wining and Dining

8 North Broadway - 8 N. Broadway, Nyack. 845 353 1200. Alain’s Bistro - 9 Ingalls Street, Central Nyack. 845-535-3315. 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. 845-269-3746. 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. Broadway Bistro - 3 South Broadway, Nyack. 845-353-8361. Caesar’s Grill - 120 West Ramapo Road (Rte 202), Garnerville. 845-262-1022. Casa del Sol – 104 Main Street, Nyack. 3539100. 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. Kobe Sushi - 195 S. Main Street, New City. 845638-2202. La Fontana Family Italian Restaurant – 93-95 S. Broadway, Nyack. 358-3770. La Triestina - 75 North Route 9W, Congers. 2689671. 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. Mt. Ivy Cafe - 14 Thiells Mount ivy Road, Pomona. 845-354-4746. 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. 429-5400. 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. 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. 358-5440. 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 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. 845627-0200. DD Patisserie, 163 Main Street, Nyack. 3532031. Hartell’s Deli & Grocery – 326 North Broadway, Upper Nyack. 358-1250. Cold cuts, salads. 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. Kevin F. Hobbs - 301 N. Main St., Suite 6, New City. 845-634-2752. The Law Offices of James J. Sexton - 301 n. Main St., Suite 1, New City. 845-708-9100. 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..

Automobiles & Motorbikes

Castrol Premium Lube - 31 Rte 59, Nyack. 845348-7095. Cefola’s Clarkstown Auto Lube - 143 Rte 303, Valley Cottage. 845 268 3138. Clarkstown International Collision - 95 Route 304, Nanuet. 845 627 3100. FZ Perfection Auto Body & Collision - 191 N. Route 9W, Congers. 845-268-1790. Kevin’s Ace Repairs - 52 Main Street, Nyack. 358-4975. Letizia Brothers of Rockland - 150 Rte 304, Nanuet. 845 623 0019. Luke’s Auto Body - 22 Maple Ave., Haverstraw. 845-429-2002.

Antiques/Collectibles

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

Banks

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.

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 - 5105 Fashion Drive, Nanuet. 845-623-6000. 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. 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. 638-3956.

Bicycles

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

Camps /Day Camps

Circus Arts Summer Camp - Grace Church, 130 First Av, Nyack. 845-348-8740. HFK Family Park - HKCFamilypark.org. Cheryl@ camphkc.org. 845 735 2718. 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.

Cards & Gifts

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

Carpet/Flooring

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

Chiropractors

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. Lynn C. Friedman - 6 Medical Drive, Pomona. 845-786-2022. Dr. Joanne Gjelsten - 150 S Broadway, Nyack. 358-2687. Gregory Chiropractic - 845-623-3939. Thruway Exit 14. Across Route 59 from the Hilton Garden and Hampton Inns. New City Chiropractic Center - 490 Route 304, New City, 634-8877 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. Gena Lisa Lingerie, 17 North Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-4400. Maria Luisa - 77 South Broadway, Nyack. 3534122. Women’s clothing and accessories. Mimi’s Treasures - 38 East Central Ave., Pearl Riover. 845-920-1480. ML Gifts Accessories - 75 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845-358-1293.

Computer

AAccess Net - 98 Maple Avenue, New City. 845 634 6299. EagleTech - 62 S. Main Street, Pearl River. 845735-1381. Geezer Geeks - 727-1176. New Vision Technologies - (845) 353-HELP. www.newVtech.com Nyack Computer - 348-9898. Rockland County Computers - 845-364-6773. www.RocklandCountyComputers.com Tek Defender-914-319-8155.

Conference Centers

Crestview Conference Center - 440 West Nyack

Road, West Nyack. 845-620-7207.

Consignment Stores

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

Construction

Alternative Building Concepts - 845-365-5242. Aspect Contracting - 845-480-5703. aspectcontracting.com. Comito Construction - 845-268-0847. Empire State Builders & Contractors, New City - 845-425-0003. Frank Fuchs Construction - 845-893-5448. Glen Eagle Homes - 914 262 1402. Hendo Contracting - 19 Third St, New City. 845638-0555 Interior Concepts - Sean Relihan, 845-735-2245. Cell - 845-629-9729. 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, 201-749-1001

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. Powerhouse Dance Center - 71 South Route 9W, Haverstraw. 845-553-9533. Vicki Dance Studio - 61 Maple Avenue, New City. 845 634 2202.

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. 3591770. Advanced Dentistry of Rockland - 5 N. William St., Pearl River. 845-735-7770. Cosmetic Dentistry Associates - 1540 Rte 202, Pomona. 364-0400. Dental Arts of Rockland - 523 Route 303, Orangeburg. 845-359-0407. 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. 845-623-1000. New City 845-352-5511. Stony Point 845-786-5776. Clarkstown Urology - 301 N. Main Street, Suite 2, New City. 638-0400. Crystal Run Healthcare - 275 N. Middletown Rd., Pearl River. 845-920-1757. Dr. 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. Scott Sanders, Dermatology, 301 N. Main St., Suite 3, New City - 845-499-2017. 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. Dr. Mike Pilar, 93 Rte 303, Tappan. 359-1770. Cell: (917) 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. Howard Werfel - 1-855-KILLFAT - www.855killfat.com.

Electrical Contracting

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

825-1053.

Eyecare

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) 570-2528. 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. 358- 2544. Lee Vasquez Floral Design - 365-0315. www. ladybuglee.com.

Food

Mrs. Green’s Natural Market - 26 Indian Rock Shopping Center, Suffern. Old World Food Market - 40 Route 59, Nyack. 845-512-8882. Rockland Seafood - 110 Route 304, Bardonia. 845-624-3660.

Funeral Homes

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

T.J. McGowan Sons Funeral Home - 71 N. Central Highway, Garnerville. 845-429-6665. Sorce Funeral Home - 782 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-358-4433.

sional Center, 2 Medical Park, Suite 4, West Nyack. (845) 358-8878. VNS Westchester - 1 914 682 1480, 1-888-FORVSNW.

Galleries

Health and Fitness

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

Graphic Design

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

Gutters

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

Hair and Nails

122 Park Salon - 122 Park Avenue, New City. 845499-2080 Changing Heads - 101 Main Street, Tappan. 845680-6468. Christine Cordey Salon - 66 S. Broadway, Nyack. 845 675 7950. D. Anthony Hair Studio - 53 Hudson Avenue, Suite 102, Nyack. 845-535-3900. DSZ Barbers Inc - 140 Main St., Nyack. 845-3481500. 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. 680-6468. Shear Magique Hair Studio - 14 Thiells Mt. Ivy Road, Pomona. 845-429-1798.

Hearing

Hearing Solutions - 219 S. Middletown Road, Nanuet. 623-5020. Hudson Valley Audiology Center - 500 New Hempstead Road, New City. (845) 406-9993. 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 Profes-

Advanced Body Personal and Athletic Training Center - 174 Main Street, Nyack. 845-3002776. 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. 845-6800254. Burn Cycle Studio - 845-499-2366. Cellulite & Body Sculpting Treatment Center 3 Main Street, Nyack. 845-353-3088. Christey Curran, massage therapist, 1 South Broadway, Suite B, Nyack. 914-772-4176. 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. Havenview Pilates and Movement - 38 High Ave., Nyack. 845-535-3129. 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. Lazur LaVie - 267 Main Street, Nyack. 845-6236140. 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. 3580414. 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. 4805434. 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. Sundala Center for Wellness - 1 Closter Road, Palisades. 845-359-4694. 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. 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. 845-357-6062. 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. 845-735-8080.

Limousine Service

Pharmacy

Interior Decorating

Liquor/Wine/Beer Stores

Photography

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.

Investment Broker

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

Invitations

Expressions Unlimited - 845-398-1605. www. expressionsunlimited.invitations.com.

Jewelry & Accessories

Barry’s Estate Jewelry - 295 Rte304, Bardonia. 624-7100. Original Designs - 187 S. Main Street, New City. 634-1335. Saundra Messinger - 38 High Avenue, Nyack. 845-512-8862. customerservice@saundramessinger.com. Somos Creations - 78 South Broadway, Nyack. 348-3636. Strawtown Jewelry - 40 South Main Street, New City. 358-4911. The Jewelry Gallery - 32 South Liberty Drive (Rte 9W), Stony Point. 429-2613.

Kitchen/Bathroom Design

Greene & Roth - 298 Route 304, Bardonia. 845623-3863. R&S Cabinets - 66 Water Street, Pearl River. 6209012.

Landscapers/Trees

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.

Life Coach

Crystal Clear Coach - Joyce Walker. (845) 268 6473. crystalclearcoach.com. Email: jwcoach@aol. com.

Marathon Limousine - 845-359-2800, 800-9499444

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

Medical Services

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

Mortgages

First Meridian Mortgage - Ann Zeilingold - 1609 Rt. 202, 2nd Floor, Pomona. (845) 354-9700. United Fidelity Mortgage - 53 Burd St., Nyack 638-1404 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage - 490 Rt. 304, New City. 639-2731.

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

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

Santi Express - 616 Corporate Way, Suite 7, Valley Cottage. 268-1600. Slattery Moving & Storage - 845-727-1800.

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.

Music Lessons

Plumbing & Heating

Moving Companies

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

Networking

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

Parties & Special Events

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

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.

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

Psychotherapist

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.

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 Cox - Better Homes & Gardens Rand Realty,, 20 South Main Street, New City. 770-1204. Monique Curtis - Keller Williams - 845-274-1735. Melvin Goldstein - Coldwell Banker, cell 845-642-

0903. 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. Lydecker Realty - The Corner of Main and Franklin, Nyack. 358-3700. John Lynch - Keller Williams - 845-639-0300. Frank Mancione - Lydecker Realty, (914) 953-0494. Lauren Muller - Better Homes & Gardens Realty 845-216-3712. R2M Realty - 86 Main St., Nyack. 845-359-0489. 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. Cody VanCampen - Lydecker Realty. Cell: 845 558 5864. Madeline Wiebicke - Cell: 641-4333. Walnut Hill Apartments - 845-429-3033.

Roofing & Siding

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

Schools, Camps & Day Care.

Campus Fun & Learn Center (RCC)- 145 College Road, RCC. 845-574-4561. LIU University - 70 Rte 340, Orangeburg. 845 450 5402. 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 Theater - 111 Route 303, Ste 113, Tappan, NY

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.

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.

Solar Energy

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

Bob’s Art & Framing - 191 S. Main St., New City. 845-634-6933. Danu Gallery - 39 E. Central Avenue, Pearl River. 845-735-4477. Design Air - 120 Rte 59, Hillburn. 357-3580. Hallmark Gift & Card Gallery - 234 South Main Street, New City. 845-634-3447. Sanctuary, 60 South Broadway, Nyack. 353-2126. Squash Blossom - 49 Burd Street, Nyack. 353-0550. Authentic American Indian jewelry.

Special Services

A. & N. Rappaport Lock & Alarm Inc. - 31 New Main Street, Haverstraw. 429-8400. Crafts & Drafts - 373 S. Main St., New City. 845270-8998. Double Take Promotions & Printing - 845 598 3175. www.doubletakepp.com Global Private Investigations - Rockland - (845) 634-1683. Grandview Physicians Billing Service - 845-358 1946. Home Aides of Rockland - 845-634-2024. info@ homeaides.org. Jawonio Health Center - 260 North Little Tor Road, New City. (845) 639-7070. Eric David Laxman, Sculpture. 304-7615. Marilyn Benkler - 845-634-2261. Jo Machinist - Architect - 212-355-3046. MedWise Insurance Advocacy - 845-238-2532 Monster Mini Golf - 33 Rte 304, Nanuet. 845-6246464. Mosquito Squad - 845 215 9248. Cell # 845 405 3344. New York Event Sounds - 914-419-3293, 914-3533046. Rockland Mediation Center - 15 N. Mill Street, Suite 217, Nyack. 512-8730. Practice Perfect - 845 547 0457. practicepefectprep.com. Rockland Band Camp - 845-709-5930. guitarhelper@guitarhelpernet. Video Magic Productions - 12 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. 845 623 2124.

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

Tax & Accounting

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

Theaters

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

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

Thrift Shops

Grace’s Thrift Shop - 10 S. Broadway,Nyack. 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. Pearl River Animal Hospital - 19 Pearl Street, Pearl River. 845-735-3213. Valley Cottage Animal Hospital - 202 N. Route 303, Valley Cottage. 268-9263.

Water Systems

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

Wedding Locations

Colonial Inn - 545 Tappan Road, Norwood, NJ. 201767-1505. 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.

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