This Weekend in Rockland...
Shops at Nanuet Summer Concert Series

Thursday, June 25, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Shops at Nanuet, 75 W Route 59, Nanuet
 

The Shops at Nanuet kicks off its summer concert series in the plaza with live entertainment from Dimensions. Bring your own chair and enjoy giveaways, prizes and more. 


 

For more information, visit www.facebook.com/shopsatnanuet 

  
Palisades Fair Returns to West Nyack

Friday, June 26 - Sunday, July 5 (weekends)
Palisades Center Mall, 1000 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack
 

The family-friendly fair will include free live entertainment and shows including the Fearless Flores Circus, illusionist Lance Gifford, a Las Vegas hypnotist, a full petting zoo, rides, games, fair food and much more.

 

Fridays: 5 pm - close

Saturdays: 1 pm - close

Sundays: 1 pm - close 

 

Admission: $3 with 2-for-1 coupon ($6 without coupon); Children age 2 and under free 

 

For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, visit www.palisadesfair.com  

Bill Bellamy at Levity Live

Friday, June 26 - Sunday, June 28
Levity Live Comedy Club, Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack
 

Bill Bellamy first earned a spot on HBO's Def Comedy Jam and then landed his own series "The Billy Bellamy Show." He was recently a recurring co-host on "The Rachael Ray Show" and "Access Hollywood."  This past year he headlined a nation-wide comedy tour. 

 

Tickets: $22. Ages 18 and older.


 

For tickets and showtimes, call 845.353.5400 or visit www.levitylive.com 

 

 

Summer Concert Series at
Torne Valley Vineyards

Friday, June 26, 7:30 pm (cafe & bar open at 6:30 pm)
Torne Valley Vineyards, Torne Valley Road, Hillburn
 

Torne Valley Vineyards kicks off its Summer Concert Series with Blues Uncorked featuring International Guitar Champion Mark Sganga with guest Rob Paparozzi, world famous harmonica and vocalist.

 

$15 cover charge. Seating is first come, first serve. The cafe and bar will serve a special dinner menu.


For more information, call 845.712.5505 or visit www.tornevalleyvineyards.com   

Music of Thelonious Monk at Nyack Library

Friday, June 26, 8 pm
Nyack Library, 59 South Broadway, Nyack
 

Don't miss the music of Thelonious Monk arranged and performed by Scott Reeves, trombone and alto flugel horn with Duane Eubanks-trumpet, Roberta Piket-piano, Cameron Brown-bass and Steve Johns-drums. These masters of modern jazz will perform Monk's originals and present their interpretations of his classics.  

 

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.rcjbs.org 

 

 

Antrim Playhouse Presents "The 39 Steps"

Friday, June 26 - Sunday, June 28
Antrim Playhouse, 15 Spook Rock Road, Suffern
  
Antrim Playhouse presents a hilarious spoof of the classic 1935 film "The 39 Steps" featuring four insanely talented actors, 150 roles, and sheer theatrical fun for everyone from 9 to 99. Directed by Dana Duff and Wesley Laga.
   
Tickets: adults $22; seniors (62 & over) $20; students (22 & under) $15

For tickets and showtimes, call 845.354.9503 or visit www.antrimplayhouse.com  
  
Rockland-Bergen Music Festival

Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28, 11:30 am - 7:15 pm (gates open at 11 am)
German Masonic Park, 120 Western Highway, Tappan
 

Joe D'Urso presents the 2-day music festival with three stages and performances by Shawn Colvin, John Sebastian, Tom Chapin, Joe D'Urso & Stone Caravan, Finn & The Sharks, Gary Douglas Band and many more! Rain or shine.

   

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.rocklandmusicfestival.com  

Summer Celebration at Trailside Museums & Zoo at Bear Mountain State Park

Saturday, June 27, 11 am - 3 pm 
Bear Mountain State Park, Trailside Museums & Zoo, Bear Mountain 
 

Kick off the beginning of summer with a day of family fun in the park. Stroll on over to Trailside and visit with the animals. Enjoy nature crafts, learn about the summer season and plant your own sunflower.

   

Parking at Bear Mountain State Park: $8/vehicle

Admission to Trailside Zoo: suggested donation $1 per person


 

For more information, visit www.trailsidezoo.org   

Guided Walk at Kennedy Dells Park in 
New City

Saturday, June 27, 10 am - 12 pm
Kennedy Dells Park, Zukor Road, New City
 

Join Docent Jack Bloom, on this moderate to easy 3-mile walk on mostly flat, some wooded and some wide and hard-packed trails. Take a wooded hike while you learn about the start of the movie business right at Kennedy Dells Park -- Rockland County's Secret Hollywood. Walks are sponsored by the Rockland County Division of Environmental Resources, the Rockland County Youth Bureau's Conservation Corps program and the Rockland County Department of Health's Steps to a Healthier Rockland program.  Restrooms are available; not stroller-friendly and no dogs allowed on this walk.
 

For more information or to register, call 845.708.7307, e-mail rcamericorps@co.rockland.ny.us.  or visit www.rocklandsteps.org   

Wine Tasting, Lunch and Live Music at
Torne Valley Vineyards

Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28, 11 am - 5:30 pm 
Torne Valley Vineyards, Torne Valley Road, Hillburn
 

Visit Torne Valley Vineyards for all-day wine tasting or choose from a selection of craft beers, lunch from the cafe and live music. On Saturday Chris Raabe & Bass will be performing and on Sunday Whitney Road. 

 

$7 for wine tasting


For more information, call 845.712.5505 or visit www.tornevalleyvineyards.com   

Health & Wellness Expo at
Crowne Plaza in Suffern

Sunday, June 28, 12 noon - 5 pm
Crowne Plaza, 3 Executive Blvd, Suffern
 

100.7 WHUD and 107.1 The Peak are teaming up to educate listeners on all aspects of health, wellness, fitness and lifestyle improvements. Visitors can experience demonstrations in fitness and nutrition tips for all ages, free health screenings, seminars and much more. A Kids Corner will feature cooking demos, active games and activities. All attendees will have the chance to win a kick-start to better health with a $1,000 Visa gift card. FREE event.

   

For more information, visit www.whud.com

Walking Tour of Upper Nyack

Sunday, June 28, 2 pm
NW corner of North Broadway & 6th Avenue, Upper Nyack (meeting place)
 

Friends of the Nyacks presents a walking tour of Upper Nyack beginning across the street from "Pretty Penny," the former residence of Helen Hayes and Charles MacArthur and proceeds north on Broadway past a string of remarkably detailed Victorian mansions, a fire company, and sites of early shipbuilding and commerce.

 

$5 per person


For more information, call 845.358.4973 or visit www.friendsofthenyacks.org  
 

Family-Friendly Magic Show at Levity Live

Sunday, June 28, 2 pm
Levity Live Comedy Club, Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack
 

Don't miss this family-friendly comedy show as magician Mark Calabrese dazzles his audiences with his digital dexterity making coins multiply and cards fly. A street performer at South Street Seaport, Mark has performed for Jack Nicholson, Rosie O'Donnell and Bruce Springsteen.

   

Tickets: $14


 

For more information, call 845.353.5400 or visit www.levitylive.com 

The Town of Ramapo Presents its Annual Celebration of Liberty & Pride

Sunday, June 28, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Rockland Community College, 145 College Road, Suffern
 

The Town of Ramapo presents it annual fireworks display with music by Kick Start Charlie and the Lynn Christopher Band. Admission is free. Food and snacks available for purchase.

 

* Rain date: Fireworks ONLY - Monday, June 29 at 8 pm

  

For more information, call 845.357.6100 or visit www.ramapoparks.org 

Mostly Music Festival on the Hudson

Tuesday, June 30, 7:30 pm
Memorial Park, Piermont Avenue, Nyack
 

Friends of the Nyacks presents its Mostly Music Festival featuring music by Stevan Swann.

 


For more information, call 845.358.4973 or visit www.friendsofthenyacks.org  
 

Jazz at The '76 House

Wednesday, July 1, 8 pm - 11:30 pm
The '76 House, 110 Main Street, Tappan
 

The Rockland County Jazz & Blues Society presents Jazz Wednesdays at The '76 House. Sit back and watch jazz bassist Mark Hagan perform with a jazz quintet then host a jam session starting the 2nd set until closing. 

  

For more information, call 845.359.5476 or visit www.76house.com

 
Clarkstown's Annual Independence Day Fireworks & Concert

Wednesday, July 1, 6 pm
Nanuet High School, 103 Church Street, Nanuet
 

Town of Clarkstown's annual event will have bounce houses and other children's activities. At 7:15 pm, the Rockland County Radio Control Club will perform a demonstration. Concert starts at 8 pm and fireworks at 9:15 pm.

 

* Rain Date: Thursday, July 2


For more information, call 845.639.6200 or visit www.clarkstown.org 
 

COMING SOON
Fireworks at Bowline Park in Haverstraw

Thursday, July 2, 9 pm
Bowline Park, 1 Bowline Plant Road, Haverstraw
 

The town of Haverstraw presents its annual fireworks display at Bowline Park. Bring a blanket and join the fun!

 

* Rain Date: Friday, July 3


For more information, call 845.429.2200 or visit www.townofhaverstraw.org 
 

4th of July Showcase at Levity Live

Thursday, July 2, Friday July 3 & Sunday, July 5, 7:30 pm 
Levity Live Comedy Club, Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack
 

Levity Live presents its 4th of July Showcase featuring Joe Riga, John Moses, Greg Stone, Meghan Hanley and Leonard Ouzts.

 

Tickets: $20. Ages 18 and older.


 

For tickets and showtimes, call 845.353.5400 or visit www.levitylive.com 

 

 

Rockland Boulders at Provident Bank Park

Friday, July 3, 7:30 pm
Provident Bank Park, 1 Provident Bank Park Drive, Pomona
 

Kick off 4th of July weekend as the Boulders take on the Garden State Grays. Enjoy live music by Kickstart Charlie, 3D glasses giveaway and 3D fireworks post-game.

 

 

For more information or to purchase tickets, call 845.364.0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com 

 

 

Reading of the Declaration of Independence at Stony Point Battlefield

Saturday, July 4 & Sunday, July 5, 2:45 pm - 4 pm
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site, 44 Battlefield Road, Stony Point
 

Gather at the 6-pounder cannon for a reading by a costumed soldier in General Washington's army of the famous document, which spelled out the American patriots' intentions to the British King. A firing of muskets, rifles and cannon will follow.


For more information, call 845.786.2521 or visit www.palisadesparksconservancy.org
 

July 4th Fireworks in Nyack

Saturday, July 4, 8:30 pm 
Memorial Park, Piermont Avenue, Nyack
 

The Village of Nyack's fireworks display will be launched from Memorial Park on the Hudson River and can be seen from any place in the village where there is a clear view of the southeast sky.
 

Parking is free all day on July 4th


For more information, call 845.358.0548 or visit www.visitnyack.org 
 

Pearl River Fireworks

Saturday, July 4, 9 pm 
Central Avenue Field, Pearl River
 

Celebrate the 4th of July in Pearl River with a fireworks display at Central Avenue field.
 

* Rain date: Sunday, July 5


For more information, call 845.359.6503 or visit www.orangetown.com  
 

4th of July at Provident Bank Park

Saturday, July 4, 6:35 pm
Provident Bank Park, 1 Provident Bank Park Drive, Pomona
 

Celebrate 4th of July as the Boulders take on the Garden State Grays. Fans can join the hot dog eating contest, take part in the 2014 championship coin giveaway and enjoy a post-game fireworks extravaganza.

 

For more information or to purchase tickets, call 845.364.0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com 

 

 

"Rock the Park:" Rodney Atkins & Easton Corbin Perform at Provident Bank Park

Tuesday, July 7, 6:30 pm (gates open at 5:30 pm)
Provident Bank Park, 1 Provident Bank Park Drive, Pomona
 

The Town of Ramapo kicks off its "Rock the Park" Summer Concert Series with performances by Rodney Atkins and Easton Corbin.

 

Tickets: $30 - $50   


 

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.ramapoparks.org 

Nyack Classic Car Night

Thursday, July 9, 4 pm - 8 pm
Main Street, Nyack 
 

Classic cars will roll into the center of Nyack for the annual Classic Car Night. This year's line-up

will include a wide array of classics, antiques, specialty models and muscle cars. Entertainment will include a live DJ, face-painting and more. FREE admission.


 

*Rain date: Thursday, July 16


 

For more information, visit www.nyackchamber.org  

 

Penguin Rep Theatre Presents 
"My Name is Asher Lev"

Friday, July 10 - Sunday, August 2
Penguin Rep Theatre, 7 Crickettown Road, Stony Point
 

Penguin Rep Theatre presents "My Name is Asher Lev" based on the best-selling novel by Chaim Potok. The award-winning American play is set in post-war Brooklyn and tells the powerful story of a boy prodigy who must be a painter at all cost - against the will of family, community and tradition.
 

For showtimes and tickets, call 845.786.2873 or visit www.penguinrep.org 

 

Guided History Walk through 
Village  of Haverstraw

Saturday, July 11, 10 am - 11:30 am
Emeline Park, 16 Front Street, Haverstraw 
 

Keep Rockland Beautiful and the Haverstraw RiverArts & Music Festival present a guided history walk of the Village of Haverstraw with local expert Jared Rodriguez that tells the story of "Bricktown-Haverstraw," the brick making capitol of the US.  


 

Fee: $20; Free for Keep Rockland Beautiful members and kids under 5


 

Registration is required

 

For more information or to register, call 845.708.9164 or email info@keeprocklandbeautiful.org 

2nd Annual Haverstraw RiverArts & 
Music Festival

Saturday, July 11, 12 pm - 6 pm
Emeline Park, 16 Front Street, Haverstraw 
 

This annual event features music and art set against the backdrop of the Hudson River. The river-centric festival will host a sculpture event where professional artists use stone, clay and brick to create works of art throughout the day. Live music includes:  Jamie Block (Folk), Pablo Mayor Folklore Urbano (Modern Colombian groove), Nyack's Mr. Breakdown (Rhythm & funk) and Jawbone (Americana). Nyack's Mario the Magician will entertain children, along with other children's activities such as face painting and a Community Tile Craft Project. Craft vendors and food trucks will be present. Micro brews can be purchased in a beer garden hosted by new waterfront restaurant "16 Front Street."  

 

Parking isn't permitted the day of the festival in the park. Street parking only or a shuttle bus will be provided at Village Hall parking lot - 40 New Main St. Haverstraw. It will run every 10 minutes and is wheelchair accessible. 

 

*Rain date: Sunday, July 12

 

For more information, visit www.haverstrawriverarts.org 

Bastille Day in Piermont

Saturday, July 11, 12 pm - 10 pm
Piermont Avenue, Piermont
 

The Piermont Chamber of Commerce presents Bastille Day where the streets will be filled with food and live music. French flags line the avenue while you eat and witness a re-enactment of the storming of the Bastille. Glass blowers and sketch artists are also a must-see. Festival goers are encouraged to dress in period clothes - 18th century - for a costume contest and the Bastille Day march.  

 

For more information, visit

www.piermontchamber.org  

 

Nyack Famous Street Fair

Sunday, July 12, 10 am - 5 pm
Downtown Main St & Broadway, Nyack
 

This unique fair will feature 300 booths of arts & crafts, retail & commercial exhibitors, festival foods and music lining downtown Nyack. Face painting, sand art and a large kids's area will be located in the Main St parking lot. Outdoor cafes and pubs will add to this family fun day featuring something for everyone. Rain or shine. 
 

For more information, call 201.666.1340 or visit www.pjspromotions.com 

236th Anniversary of the Storming of 
Stony Point

Saturday, July 18, 11 am - 4 pm
Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site, 44 Battlefield Road, Stony Point 
 

Commemorate the 236th Anniversary of the Storming of Stony Point with re-enactors from a variety of American, British and Loyalist units.  Meet soldiers and officers and learn their role in the engagement at Stony Point. Military drills, musket, rifle and artillery demonstrations take place all day.  Visit the 18th-century camps and experience life in the military for soldiers, women and their families. Demonstrations, guided tours and hands-on participation activities throughout the day including spinning and dyeing wool, cooking, gardening, coopering, colonial games and wooden musket drills for children.  Benjamin Franklin's personal history and demonstrations of the scientific experiments of this inventive mind by Mike Kochan.  

 

FREE event

 

For more information, call 845.786.2521 or visit www.palisadesparksconservancy.org 

 

Bell-ans Creative Bazaar

Saturday, July 18, 10 am - 4 pm
Bell-Ans Park, 103 South Greenbush Road, Orangeburg
 

Bell-Ans Center of Creative Arts presents Creative Bazaar featuring creative workshops by Circle on the Farm, music entertainment by HeatedXchange, antiques, arts & crafts, facepainting, food, local artisans, horse back ring, pony rides and more.   

 

*Rain date: Sunday, July 19

 

For more information, visit www.facebook.com/bellanspark/ 

 

"Rock the Park:" Chris Young & Sara Evans Perform at Provident Bank Park

Sunday, July 19, 6:30 pm (gates open at 5:30 pm)
Provident Bank Park, 1 Provident Bank Park Drive, Pomona
 

The Town of Ramapo presents its "Rock the Park" Summer Concert Series with performances by Chris Young and Sara Evans.


 

Tickets: $40 - $70   


 

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.ramapoparks.org 

 

 

Irish Heritage Night at Provident Bank Park

Saturday, July 25, 6:30 pm 
Provident Bank Park, 1 Provident Bank Park Drive, Pomona
 

Don't miss Irish Heritage Night at the park when the Boulders take on the Fargo-Moorehead Redhawks of the American Association. Performances by U2 Nation, Irish step dancers, pipe and drum band and more. Stick around for post-game fireworks.


 

For more information or to purchase tickets, call 845.364.0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com 

  
Healthy Kids Event at Congers Lake

Saturday, July 25, 3 pm - 6:30 pm 
Congers Lake Memorial Park, 6 Gilchrest Road, Congers
 

The Town of Clarkstown hosts its First Healthy Kids event. Get your kids up and moving with activities including hotshot basketball, hula hoop, scavenger hunt, bike activities, free swim and a walk around the lake.


* Rain date: Sunday, July 26 


 

For more information, call 845.639.6200 or visit www.clarkstown.org  

 
Nyack Jazz Week 2015
 
Sunday, July 26 - Sunday, August 1

The Rockland County Jazz and Blues Society presents this annual celebration of jazz and blues. 

 
7/26: Opening Night- New Guitar Sensation Rez Abbasi Qt
Turning Point Caf?, Piermont, 7:30 pm -10:30 pm, $20/15 students, seniors
7/27: Jam Session w special guests - Hosted by John Richmond
Turning Point Caf?, Piermont, 8 pm-11 pm, $5
7/28: Outdoor Concert - TBA
Nyack Memorial Park, Nyack, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm, FREE
7/29: Jam Session with Mark Hagan & Special Guests
The 76 House, Tappan, 8 pm - 11 pm, $5
7/30: Outdoor Concert - TBA
Edward Hopper House, Nyack, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm, FREE
7/31: Nyack Library Jazz Concert - Vocalist Alexis Cole Qt
Nyack Library Carnegie-Farian Room, Nyack, 8 pm - 10 pm, $30/25/20
8/1: Closing Night - Bernie Williams/Gil Parris Qt
Hudson House, Nyack, shows at 8 pm & 10 pm - $40/30/25


 

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.rcjbs.org 

  
Music of Alexis Cole and Trio at 
Nyack Library

Friday, July 31, 8 pm
Nyack Library, 59 South Broadway, Nyack 
 

Don't miss the music of vocalist Alexis Cole with John DiMartino-piano, David Finck-bass and Kenny Hassler-drums. Alexis is "one of the great voices of today" and is being brought back by popular demand. She and the trio will be performing standards as well as bossa nova classics. 


 

Tickets: in advance- $25 general; $20 members & seniors; $15 students 

at door- $30 general; $25 members & seniors; $20 students

 

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.rcjbs.org 

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