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ÉSalvation Army launches summer kettle campaign to meet local needs

ÉSummer drama: New theater camp in Nyack

ÉCheck out the latest Windows system

ÉTake a hike! Great local walking tours

ÉN. Rockland schools get new security gear

ÉThis week in Rockland history

ÉNeighborhood Notes

 

Salvation Army launches special campaign to meet growing need in Rockland

ÔChristmas in JulyÕ kettle drive set for July 13-18

SPRING VALLEY  – The Salvation Army bell ringers, accompanied by the familiar red kettles, will be out in force collecting donations at Rockland storefronts during its inaugural ÒChristmas in JulyÓ fund-raising drive, set for July 13-18.

The campaign is being launched throughout The Salvation ArmyÕs Greater New York Division, which includes Rockland.

The charitable organizationÕs traditional kettle drive runs from mid-November through Christmas Eve. The current economic climate, however, has drastically increased demand for food, clothing and other basic needs and thus necessitated the summer fund-raising campaign, according to Salvation Army Captain Jud Laidlaw.

ÒWe have tripled the amount of food distributed from our food pantry compared with last year,Ó said Laidlaw, who is Salvation ArmyÕs Rockland coordinator. ÒThis drive is in response to the crisis we find ourselves in. We couldnÕt do what we do without the support of the community and the volunteer help we receive. Rockland County is a great community that rallies around us in times of need.Ó

In addition to the kettle drive, the ÒChristmas in JulyÓ initiative will include stepped-up requests for donations to the food pantry and contributions to a scholarship fund enabling more young people to attend The Salvation ArmyÕs summer day camps, as well as better identification and assessment of clothing needs.

The Salvation ArmyÕs two Rockland branches are located at 179 N. Main St. in Spring Valley and 201 Lafayette Ave. in Suffern. They are two of 39 corps community centers in the Greater New York Division, which spans a 14-county area across New York City, Long Island and the Hudson Valley.

 

New summer drama camp in Nyack

NYACK – The folks who brought Nyack its award-winning high school drama productions are now offering a summer theatrical camp for children ranging from third- to eighth-grade.

The Nyack Summer Drama Camp is set to run from July 20 to 31, Monday to Friday, at Nyack Middle School. The program is designed to teach campers skills theyÕll need to gain self-confidence and understand the structure and process that goes into creating a stage production.

The camp is also geared to show students how they can express themselves through theater. The camp includes a small performance on the final day.

The camp has sessions for children in grades three to five, taking place in the morning, with an afternoon session for children in grades six to eight. The program costs $125 per child for families living within the Nyack School District, $175 per child for non-district residents.

The camp includes instruction on acting by Joseph Egan, who has just celebrated his 10th year working with students at Nyack High School and its Drama Club. Greg Baccarini – who has worked with the Nyack H.S. Drama Club for eight years - is set to work with campers on Broadway-style dancing, with Jen Bauer-Conley instructing on cabaret theater. Kip Bonsignore, a music teacher in the Clarkstown School District, is set to provide instruction on musical singing.

For more information on the camp, call 845-694-1997.

 

Microsoft shows off its soon-to-be released Windows 7 Operating System

 

Local computer group sponsors preview in West Nyack

 

By Hank Feinberg

WEST NYACK - The future of Microsoft computer operating systems is coming to Rockland County on July 14.

The Rockland PC User Group and the Westchester PC Users Group are jointly sponsoring a presentation by Steven Lindsay of Microsoft on the upcoming Windows 7 operating system. Scheduled for release before the end of this year, Windows 7 promises to be the most advanced and user friendly computer operating system ever.

The free preview is set for 7:30 p.m. in the Raso Room on the fourth floor of the Palisades Center mall in West Nyack.

Microsoft is counting on Windows 7 to erase memories of Vista, which flopped in the business market and drew numerous gripes from consumers. Complaints ranged from VistaÕs intrusive security measures to its heavy desktop footprint.

Software companies refused to support it and offer updated versions. Many people chose to stay with XP, which is no longer available on new computers.
Windows 7 is said to take up less hard disk space and will bee easier to use than its predecessor. It also includes slick new tools that improve everyday tasks such as desktop searches, PC-to-PC file transfers and home network set up.

Introducing improved taskbar previews, bigger icons, pinning, and creative ways to personalize your computer, Windows 7 is designed to take the headache out of home networking. ItÕs easier to share files and printers with speedy access to your favorite pictures, songs, websites, and documents. A quick (and fun) new way to resize and compare windows on your desktop. Also incorporated in this OS is Tablet PC, which allows the use of handwriting and note taking as well as touch screens.
 Lindsay is one of the top developers at Microsoft and part of the Win 7 team.  He will also discuss their new search engine Bing and answer questions on other Microsoft products.
A beta version of Windows 7 has been available for download and use for a limited time. More information about it is available at http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/products/features

Hank Feinberg is a member of the Rockland PC User Group. You can contact him at at hank@pcrenew.org

 

Scenic walks offer fun, fitness

NEW CITY – Rockland County Trail Guide docents are offering three scenic guided park walks designed to let county residents take advantage of nature to have fun and get in some summer exercise.

The walks are set for July 11, 18 and 26, and are sponsored by the Rockland County Division of Environmental Resources, the Rockland County Youth BureauÕs AmeriCorps program and the Rockland County Department of HealthÕs Steps to a Healthier Rockland program.

TAE KWON DO FOR FITNESS: Saturday, July 11 – 10 a.m. –12 p.m.

Kennedy Dells Park, 355 N. Main St., New City. The docent, who is also certified in Tae Kwon

Do, will instruct participants on warm up and stretching exercises.  Tae Kwon Do can be very good for the mind, body and spirit. Walkers should meet in the upper parking lot by the gazebo.

SCENIC NATURE WALK: Saturday, July 18 – 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Tallman Mountain State Park, Palisades.The guided walk is approximately 3-miles on a mostly flat, hard packed, and wide trail that is friendly to sturdy strollers. Mostly Òa walk in the park,Ó the morning will also offer participants with a dose of history. There is a rest room facility mid-way. Walkers should meet at the Hudson River Greenway Trail entrance located on Route 9W.

This walk does not start at the main entrance to Tallman Mountain State Park.  If arriving from the North, continue on 9W passing by the new housing development on right.  There will be a small entrance to a dirt parking lot on the left, saying: HUDSON RIVER GATEWAY TRAIL. If you reach Oak Tree Road, youÕve gone too far.  From the South (N.J.), the parking lot is less than ½ mile north of Oak Tree Road, at the end of the guardrail on the right.

NATURE WALKING: Sunday, July 26 – 9 a.m. –11 a.m., Dater Mountain Nature Park in Rampao. The hike at Dater Mountain Nature Park is a more difficult walk that will incorporate an awareness of self, while walking in nature. ItÕs one thing to aimlessly walk and another to be aware and present as one moves along the path.  The Trail Guide Docent will share his experiences of being present in nature.

The walk begins up a gravel path on the eastern side of the mountain, leading to the ridgeline. The walk continues on a multi-terrain path, south on the ridge out to an overlook. Walkers will rest here a few minutes, to look at the scenery; bring a snack if you wish. The walk continues up and down over a wooded, grassy, and stony stream filled area on the eastern part of the mountain where walkers will re-connect with the trail on the ridge, heading north back to the beginning of the trail and back to the parking area.  DonÕt forget binoculars for vista viewing.
Sturdy shoes or hiking boots are preferred. Walkers should meet in the circular parking area at the end of Johnsontown Road in Sloatsburg.

Guided walk participants should wear proper clothing - long pants and clothing light in color - and footwear - close-toed shoes - and bring water and sunscreen.

Pre-registration for walks is recommended, but not required. To register for walks call 845-708-7307.

 

Fed funds pay for new security gear at N. Rockland schools

GARNERVILLE  - Using federal funds, new security cameras have been installed in Stony Point Elementary School and James A. Farley Middle Schools, according to North Rockland Schools Superintendent Brian Monahan.

The new equipment, Monahan said, allows school and local police officials to quickly access video from the schools. Funding for the equipment came as a result of an application coordinated by the Stony Point Police Department and U.S. Rep. John Hall in conjunction with the school district, Monahan said.

ÒWe already have security cameras in some of our buildings and they have proven invaluable,Ó Monahan said. ÒUnfortunately, our budget situation over the past few years has not allowed us to expand them.Ó

He said the federal funding allowed for the installation of more cameras under the supervision of the school districtÕs Information Systems Department, directed by Susan Tomko.

Stony Point Police Chief Patrick Brophy said security cameras have a proven track record of preventing vandalism and improving safety at schools.

ÒRecent events throughout the nation and even in our own county have reminded us that we should constantly update what we do to maintain security,Ó Brophy said.

 

 

Neighborhood Notes

July 3

The Tappan Zee Thrift Shop in Piermont is offering special item sales in preparation for its summer closing on July 18. Donations for the fall
will be accepted the last three Saturdays in August from
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The shop reopens Thursday, Sept. 10. For more 
information or to volunteer, call 845-359-5753. The shop is closed Mondays; open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and from 2 to 5 p.m. on Friday.

 

July 4

The West Point Band will present a free concert with fireworks and a live cannon salute on Saturday, July 4. The concert will include the music of John Philip Sousa as well as other patriotic favorites. The band will close the concert with a performance of TchaikovskyÕs 1812 Overture as the backdrop for the fireworks.

The concert is free and open to the public, and is set for 8 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be Sunday, July 5 at 8 p.m.

 

July 5

Road trip: Mead Orchards, off Route 9 just north of Red Hook, has cherry-picking through July 12 from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekends. Info: 845-756-56441.

 

July 5

The Friends of the Nyacks host the free Mostly Music Concert on Sunday, July 5, 5:30 to 8 p.m. at NyackÕs Memorial Park, with the Quadricentennial Concert Band under the direction of Charles Yassky.

 

July 6

The 1981 hit Chariots of Fire is the Summer Film Festival feature on July 6 at the Haverstraw King's Daughter Public Library, 10 W. Ramapo Road, Garnerville. Info: 845-786-3800, ext. 23.

 

July 7 & 14

The New City Library hosts Pencils, Paper & Flowers on Tuesdays, July 7 and 14 at 10 a.m. Develop your drawing skills of perspective, shading and texture with Paula Madawick, artist and teacher at the Old Church in Demarest, N.J. Pencils will be supplied; bring a 12x16 pad. Register at 634-4997, ext. 139.

 

July 8

Clarkstown is set to launch its July 4th fireworks celebration on July 8 because of rain that forced the postponement of the fireworks on July 1. The July 8th concert, Ob-la-Di, Bla-Da, which was scheduled for Germonds Park will now be at Nanuet High School along with the fireworks and other family activities starting at 7 p.m.

 

July 8

The New City Library has a presentation on gourd art with artist Claudia Pflueger at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8.

 

July 8

The New City Library has a teen program, ÒRapping with the Wontons,Ó on Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 p.m. Transform wonton wrappers into all sorts of wonderful foods including ravioli, dumplings and turnovers. Registration begins Monday, June 29, 634-4997, ext. 139.

 

July 9

The TD Bank Summer Concert Series
hosted by the Ramapo College Foundation begins on July 9 and continues with shows on July 16, 23 and 30, all at 8 p.m. at the bandshell of Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, N.J. July 9 - The Who Tribute Band. Free admission, $5 parking.

Information: 201-684-7179.

 

July 9

The Tappan Library presents an evening of free gypsy jazz music in TappanÕs Memorial Park, 30 Oak Tree Road, on Thursday, July 9, at 6:30 p.m. with the Metropolitan Hot Club Swing Quartet playing tunes from the 1930s and 1940s. Info: 845-359-3877.

 

July 9

The Village of Suffern continues its summer concert series at the Virginia Menschner Gazebo on Thursday, July 9, at 7 p.m., featuring the a cappella oldies music of ÒMagic Touch.Ó In case of rain, the show will be in the George J. Parness Suffern Community Center, 41 Washington Ave., Suffern.

 

July 10

The Town of Orangetown has itÕs annual free concert, starring the Tommy Dunn and Jan Lynch Band, on Friday, July 10 at 8 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Orangeburg. Guest stars for the concert include Rusty Blades, Keith Sammut, Barry Wiesenfeld and features the Verlin School of Irish step dancers. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments available.

 

July 10

The Town of Orangetown has itÕs annual free concert, starring the Tommy Dunn and Jan Lynch Band, on Friday, July 10 at 8 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Orangeburg. Guest stars for the concert include Rusty Blades, Keith Sammut, Barry Wiesenfeld and features the Verlin School of Irish step dancers. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Refreshments available.

 

July 10

RocklandRockytops Square Dance Club has free introductory square dances July through September at the West Nyack Firehouse, 42 Strawtown Road, West Nyack. No partner or experience is necessary to participate. Dates: Fridays July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 1, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. each night. Info: 845-353-2987 or 845-638-4393.

 

July 10

The New City Library hosts Musical Challenge on Friday, July 10, at 1:30 p.m., with Bob Hoover on piano playing a variety of show and popular tunes, throwing in some fun trivia questions about the songs.

 

July 10

ItÕs Teen Game Night at the New City Library on Friday, July 10, at 5 p.m.

Play Xbox on the big screen. Use the libraryÕs controls or bring your own.

 

July 10 & 11

ÒSecond Love,Ó a new romantic comedy by Garrison playwright Mark Jacobs opens on Friday, July 10, at the Nyack Village Theatre, 94 Main St., Nyack. The play runs on Friday and Saturday, July 11, at 7 p.m. Tickets: $15.

 

July 11

The Rockland Road Runners WomenÕs Distance Festival is expected to include  nearly 400 runners on July 11 at Rockland Lake State Park, with proceeds from the event benefiting the Rockland Family Shelter. The 5K run/walk starts at 8 a.m., with a free childrenÕs fun run for boys and girls 11 and under at 7:30 a.m. Fees: $18 for Road Runners members who register by July 9, $20 for non-members. Info: Larry Wolf, 845-634-1800.

 

July 12

Finkelstein Memorial Library hosts tenor Salvatore Chiarelli at 2 p.m. on July 12 for a concert of Italian/Neapolitan songs, love ballads, opera, musical theater pieces and more at the library, 24 Chestnut St., off Route 59, Spring Valley. Info: 845-352-5700, ext. 244.

 

July 12

The Congers History Museum is open for visitors from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 12. The museum, run by the Congers Civic Association, is located on the second floor of the old Congers Train Station, Burnside Avenue, Congers. Adimission: Free. Info: 845-268-2201.

 

July 12

The Friends of the Nyacks host the free Mostly Music Concert on Sunday, July 12, 5:30 to 8 p.m. at NyackÕs Memorial Park, featuring a Native American Celebration with special Guest Speaker Chief Macqua of the Ramapough Nation and the Patrick Stanfield Jones Band - contemporary music and dance influenced by Native American culture.

 

July 13 

The Investigating Mysteries Book Discussion Group gathers on Monday, July 13, 7:30 p.m. at the New City Library for a discussion of A Mammoth Murder by Bill Crider.

 

July 13

Nancy Rabatin returns to the New City Library on Monday, July 13, for a presentation on using the felting technique to make jewelry. Cost: $10. Register: 634-4997, ext. 139.

 

July 13

The 1993 hit Rudy is the Summer Film Festival feature on July 13 at the Haverstraw King's Daughter Public Library, 10 W. Ramapo Road, Garnerville. Info: 845-786-3800, ext. 23.

 

July 15

Comic book writer and graphic novel creator Josh Elder comes to the New City Library on Wednesday, July 15, at 6 p.m. Elder is the creator of the Mail Order Ninja graphic novel series, a nationally syndicated comic strip, as well as a writer for DC ComicsÕ The Batman Strikes and the StarCraft graphic novel line. He will share his experiences in the comic book industry and answer questions about creating and publishing comics and graphic novels. (Elder will also be appearing at the West Nyack Library on July 15, 7:30 p.m.)

 

July 15

Take a journey through Israel and Jordan on Wednesday, July 15, at 1 p.m. at the New City Library via the images of Barry Kass, Ph.D., who will share his descriptions and observations of these countries.

 

July 16

 The TD Bank Summer Concert Series
 hosted by the Ramapo College Foundation features Neil and the Diamonds on July 16 at 8 p.m. at the bandshell of Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, N.J. Free admission, $5 parking.
Information: 201-684-7179 or go to www.ramapo.edu

 

July 16

The Village of Suffern continues its summer concert series at the Virginia Menschner Gazebo on Thursday, July 16, at 7 p.m., featuring the doo-wop oldies music of ÒForever Young.Ó In case of rain, the show will be in the George J. Parness Suffern Community Center, 41 Washington Ave., Suffern.

 

July 17 – 20

Beth Am Temple on Madison Avenue in Pearl River hosts a giant tag sale from July 17 to 20. On Friday, the sale runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; on Sunday, from 10 a.m. to  4 p.m.; and, on Monday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sale includes new and gently-used clothing, china, cookware, toys, electronics, books, photos, furniture, jewelry, artwork and more. Admission: Free. Info: 845-735-5858.

 

July 17

The New City Library has auditions for the countywide Rock Band II Competition on Friday, July 17 at 5 p.m. Have you aced Xbox 360's Rock Band II? It's time to prove it! Prizes and snacks. Bands with more than two members can register beginning Monday, July 6. The top two bands will compete in the county-wide library competition: Battle of the Rock Bands, Friday, July 24, 5 p.m., where winners from individual libraries will go up against each other to win gift certificates.

 

July 18

The Haverstraw Brick Museum, 12 Main St., Haverstraw, hosts a local antiques road show appraisal session with appraiser Richard Ricca on July 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. Fee: $5 per item appraised.

 

July 19

NyackÕs Famous Street Fair runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, on Main Street and Broadway in downtown Nyack. The show, promoted by P.J.Õs Promotions, includes a variety of hand-crafted items, antiques, collectibles, home dŽcor and gifts and food vendors.

 

July 19

The Friends of the Nyacks host the free Mostly Music Concert on Sunday, July 19, 5:30 to 8 p.m. at NyackÕs Memorial Park, featuring Dick Voigt and The Big Apple Jazz Band performing Dixieland Jazz (opening Jazz Week in Nyack).

 

July 20

Westchester Broadway Theatre Presents ÒBlondes Have More FunÓ – a Rod Stewart tribute featuring Rick Larrimore on Monday, July 20, with dinner at 6:15 p.m. and the show at 8 p.m. Tickets: $75 per person. 914-592-2222.

 

July 20

The 1989 hit Field of Dreams is the Summer Film Festival feature on July 20 at the Haverstraw King's Daughter Public Library, 10 W. Ramapo Road, Garnerville. Info: 845-786-3800, ext. 23.

 

July 21

Finkelstein Memorial Library, 24, Chestnut St., Spring Valley, hosts an ÒEat WellÓ class with Dr. William R. Johnson on Tuesday, July 21, at 10:30 a.m. HeÕll talk about diet, weight and ways of improving your health.

 

July 22

ThereÕs a Teen Poetry Slam Night on Wednesday, July 22, 7 p.m. at the New City Library. Read your own poems or those of your favorite author. The musically inclined can bring an un-plugged instrument or favorite song. (The libraryÕs piano is available.) Don't want to read or perform? Hang out with friends. Separate prizes for poems and music. Snacks include flavored coffees, teas and pastries. Sign-up for performers begins Monday, July 20.

 

July 23

The TD Bank Summer Concert Series
hosted by the Ramapo College features the 2U – U2 Tribute Band on July 23 at 8 p.m. at the bandshell of Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, N.J. Free admission, $5 parking.

Information: 201-684-7179 or go to www.ramapo.edu

 

July 23

The Village of Suffern continues its summer concert series at the Virginia Menschner Gazebo on Thursday, July 23, at 7 p.m., featuring the old rock and blues music of the Carl Richards Band. In case of rain, the show will be in the George J. Parness Suffern Community Center, 41 Washington Ave., Suffern.

 

July 23

Hudson Valley Blood Services has a blood drive at Temple Beth Sholom, 228 New Hempstead Road, New City, from 5 to 9 p.m. Info: 1-800-933-2566. Does your group want to host a blood drive? Call Andrea Cefarelli at 914-784-4639.

 

July 26

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 1682 of New City hosts a fundraising trip to Atlantic City on Sunday, July 26. The bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. from New City. Cost: $50 (with $30 worth of cash-back bonuses). The trip is headed to the Hilton Casino, with a Renault Winery luncheon. Info: Ann at 845-634-5893 or Pam at 845-358-7311.

 

July 26

The Korean War Veterans of Rockland County will honor local soldiers who were killed in the war at a 2 p.m. service on Sunday, July 26. The service is set for Onderdonk Veterans Cemetery, located on the main campus of Rockland Community College, off College Road in Ramapo.

 

July 26

The Friends of the Nyacks host the free Mostly Music Concert on Sunday, July 26, 5:30 to 8 p.m. at NyackÕs Memorial Park, featuring Mayra Casales and the Coco Mamas performing Hot Salsa and Latin Jazz.

 

July 27

The 1999 hit October Sky is the Summer Film Festival feature on July 27 at the Haverstraw King's Daughter Public Library, 10 W. Ramapo Road, Garnerville. Info: 845-786-3800, ext. 23.

 

July 30

The TD Bank Summer Concert Series
hosted by the Ramapo College Foundation begins on July 9 and continues with shows on July 16, 23 and 30, all at 8 p.m. at the bandshell of Ramapo College, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, N.J. and July 30 - Asbury Fever, celebrating the music of Bruce Springsteen, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Little Steven and many more. 

Location: Ramapo College of New JerseyÕs Bandshell, 505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430. Free admission, $5 parking.

Information: 201-684-7179 or go to www.ramapo.edu

 

August 3

The Village of Suffern continues its summer concert series at the Virginia Menschner Gazebo on Monday, Aug. 3, at 7 p.m., featuring a ChildrenÕs Concert with Kurt Gallagher. In case of rain, the show will be in the George J. Parness Suffern Community Center, 41 Washington Ave., Suffern.

 

August 9

The West Point Jazz Knights have a free Music Under the Stars concert with guest saxophonist Bob Mintzer on Sunday, Aug. 9, 7:30 p.m. at the Trophy Point Amphitheater. Info: Call 845-938-2617.

 

August 8

The Haverstraw Brick Museum, 12 Main St., Haverstraw, hosts a tag sale on Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All items, plus clothes, 25 cents each.

 

August 13

The Village of Suffern continues its summer concert series at the Virginia Menschner Gazebo on Thursday, Aug. 13, at 7 p.m., featuring the big band music of ÒReflections.Ó In case of rain, the show will be in the George J. Parness Suffern Community Center, 41 Washington Ave., Suffern.

 

August 15

The Haverstraw Brick Museum, 12 Main St., Haverstraw, hosts a local antiques road show appraisal session with appraiser Richard Ricca on Aug. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. Fee: $5 per item appraised.

 

August 16

The West Point Concert BandÕs free Music Under the Stars series has A Night at the Opera with special guest Jim Walker on the flute, on Sunday, Aug. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Trophy Point Amphitheater Info: Call 845-938-2617.

 

August 17

The New City Library hosts a full-day adult workshop on Native American ceramics on Monday, Aug. 17, starting at 10 a.m. with ceramist Cliff Mendelson. The morning session will include a demonstration, with the afternoon session putting participants to work making a vessel using Native American techniques. Fee: $11. Save your seat: 634-4997, ext. 139.

 

August 18

Westchester Broadway Theatre presents The Platters, one of the top vocal groups of the 1950s, on Tuesday, Aug. 18, with dinner at 6:15 p.m. and the show at 8 p.m. Tickets: $73 per person. 914-592-2222.

 

August 23

The West Point Jazz KnightsÕ Music Under the Stars series continues with The Jazz Knights Play ÒThe Sound of MusicÓ on Sunday, Aug. 23, at 7:30 p.m. at the Trophy Point Amphitheater. Info: Call 845-938-2617.

 

August 25

Westchester Broadway Theatre presents Hotel California – the Eagles Tribute Band, on Tuesday, Aug. 25, with dinner at 6:15 p.m. and the show at 8 p.m. Tickets: $75 per person. 914-592-2222.

 

August 26

Herpetologist Bill Boesenberg from Snakes-n-Scales and Turtle Tales visits the New City Library for a presentation on reptiles and their habitats and their preservation on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 7:30 p.m.

 

August 27

Finkelstein Memorial Library hosts the AARPÕs 55 Alive defensive driving course on Thursday, Aug. 27 and Friday, Aug. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days at the library, 24 Chestnut St., off Route 59, Spring Valley. You must attend both sessions to receive a course certificate. Cost: $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. Pre-payment is required. To save your seat, call 352-5700, ext. 256.

 

August 30

The West Point Concert BandÕs Music Under the Stars series features ÒBandancingÓ on Sunday, Aug. 30, at 7:30 p.m. at the Trophy Point Amphitheater. Info: Call 845-938-2617.

 

September 5

The West Point Concert Band, Jazz Knights and Hellcats join forces for a free Music Under the Stars 1812 Overture Concert on Saturday, Sept. 5, at 6 p.m. at the Trophy Point Amphitheater; rain date is Sunday, Sept. 6; for more information call 845-938-2617.

 

September 15

Westchester Broadway Theatre presents ÒThe Roy Orbison StoryÓ – starring Bernie Jessome, on Tuesday, Sept. 15, with dinner at 6:15 p.m. and the show at 8 p.m. Tickets: $75 per person. 914-592-2222.

 

September 20

The Tallman Fire Department Ladies AuxiliaryÕs fall fair and flea market is set for Sunday, Sept. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the firehouse at 289 Rt. 59, Tallman. Vendors tables are still available. Contact: Mary Ellen Doremus at 845-323-9112.

 

September 26

The Orangetown Fire Engine Co. No. 1 Ladies Auxiliary of South Nyack has a craft fair set for Saturday,
 Sept. 26, at the firehouse on Depot Place.  Vendor tables are $35 each.  Call Eileen Bacchi at 845-268-4952 to reserve a table.

 

 

This Week In Rockland

 

By John Iurica

 

July 3

150 Years Ago

á      Elvin Ballard of North Haverstraw hung himself in his fatherÕs barn because his friends left without him to a funeral.

á      The Northern Railroad will soon have a comfortable Jersey City depot of its own.

á      The store of Charles D. Wood Esq. was burglarized of goods and $100 in silver.

á      The steamer, Edwin, will make an excursion to West Point on the 4th, stopping at the Piermont Upper Dock, Nyack, Rockland Lake, and Haverstraw.

125 Years Ago

á      The 24th Anniversary of the Piermont Mosquito Fleet will take place at the New Landing on July 4th. The Lydia, moored under Captain Ackerman, will handle registrations and classifications.

á      Boarders have arrived at Terrace Hall in Ramapo.

á      Mrs. Eliza DeFoe of Tappan fell and broke one of her ribs.

á      Fifteen men will compete in the Suffern walking match on the 4th.

á      The picnic season at Iona Island is very brisk.

á      The picnic season at Sylvan Grove, Rockland Lake, will open on the 4th with music by BriglioÕs Band.

á      The water pipes are laid from the Hackensack River to Nyack and engineers have set the pump in place.

100 Years Ago

á      James McElroy was rendered unconscious when he was hit in the head by a falling tree while working on land of the Peerless Finishing Company.

á      James DeGroat, 55, dies in Stony Point.

á      Trotting Handicap is to be run in Orangeburg on September 7 and 8.

á      Phone directories are being distributed.

á      J. Dodge of Orangeburg has one of the fastest entries in the Orangeburg races.

á      B. F. Allison of Stony Point was injured during a runaway in Haverstraw on Broad St.

á      J. F. Crumbie of Upper Nyack, a member of the Cotton Exchange, dies at the Hotel Savoy.

á      200 Royal Arcanumites celebrate in NyackÕs Odd Fellows Hall.

75 Years Ago

á      Marie DeGraw, 9, of Orangeburg was struck and injured by a motor car on Greenbush Express Highway.

á      Brothers Erwin, 20, and Cassius Chandler, 24, of Monsey, given life sentences for killing 70 year old woman.

á      Mrs. Florence Conklin cleared of infidelity.

á      Walter Brooks graduates from Piermont Grammar School.

á      Bockor Lake in Ramapo is still open for swimming and fishing.

á      Boy hurt in Nyack as gangway to Destroyer USS Dent collapses.

á      170 NYC waifs make merry at Mont Lawn for 14 days of paradise.

á      Flames raze 3 buildings at Rockland Iron Works in Grassy Point.

á      Barking dog gives alarm at fire at Ellis home on the Oak Tree Corner in Palisades.

á      Solomon Post, 54, drowns in Weiss Lake, Spring Valley.

50 Years Ago

á      Rev. John McManus, Pastor at St. JohnÕs, critically injured in auto accident.

á      M. Parker, owner of fish hatchery, submitted application to dump on 18 acres off of Route 303.

á      Rowdies start a series of disturbances at Requa Lake in Monsey.

á      Geyser blows on New Hempstead Road in New City opposite Woodbine Road.

á      Body of a man is found in box car on Suffern Railroad Ave. siding.

á      Anne Guglielmello of Piermont crowned Miss Rockland County in Muskets to Missiles Pageant to open 350th Hudson Champlain Celebration, which is amazing since her sister Jo Jo was previously made the overall queen of the celebration.

á      15 Families evacuated in blaze at 23 Broadway in Haverstraw.