What ‘s going on in Rockland County from Thursday, May 8th – Wednesday, May 14th

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Orangetown

TAPPAN: Tappan Library, Sensory Storytime

A sensory-friendly program that engages the whole child through music, movement, and multi-sensory activities in a gentle environment.  Designed specially for children with sensitivities to input from sounds, lights and tactile stimulus, but all children welcome. This event will take place May 9th from 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Sign up per session at southorangetownlibraries.librarycalendar.com or call 845-359-3877 for assistance. 93 Main Street, Tappan NY 10983

TAPPAN: The Ol’ 76 House, Tie Dye Monday

Get your groovy on at The ‘76 House every Monday with Johnny Markowski of Riders of The Purple Sage and his Grateful Dead crew as they play the dead all night long! So gone the fun with a night of excellent food, great drinks, cool venders and live music and dancing till the night is done. This event will take place from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.ish. Call and reserve seats at 845-359-5476 or go to 76house.com for more information. 110 Main Street, Tappan NY 10983

NYACK: Big Red Books, My Family and I: A Mississippi Memoir

“In this intricate blend of personal history, poignant love story, and incisive social critique, Adam Gussow charts a path out of America’s stifling racial trap. My Family and I is a rousing invitation to see ourselves in one another and to summon the courage finally to forge the beloved community Dr. King envisioned— one sustained by hope, reciprocity, and the boundless possibility of our shared humanity. A must-read at a political moment when the colorblind ideal has been being so cynically exploited.” –Thomas Chatterton Williams, author of Self-Portrait in Black and White: Family, Fatherhood, and Rethinking Race

Adam Gussow is a professor of English at the University of Mississippi and a professional blues harmonica player and teacher. Come enjoy a presentation from the author on May 18th from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Learn more at bigredbooks.net or call 845-875-7707. 120 Main Street, Nyack, NY 10960

PEARL RIVER: Defiant Brewing Company, Weekly Trivia

Join the other trivia heads every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the beer hall at Defiant Brewing Company. Test your knowledge of pop culture and other popular topics. Come alone or with a team – you can always find a friend at Defiant. And, did we mention PRIZES? Who doesn’t love a prize. Come out for beer, BBQ and FUN! Don’t miss it! Call 845-920-8602 with questions. 8 Dexter Plaza, Pearl River NY 10965

PEARL RIVER: Pearl River Library, The Hey Hoe Woods Quartet

The Hey Hoe Woods Quartet returns with a spring program featuring Mozart’s works for flute and strings, as well as international dances and cafe songs. Space is limited, registration required. This event will take place May 14th from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Go to pearlriverlibrary.libcal.com or call 845-735-4084 to register. 130 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River NY 10965

Ramapo

SUFFERN: Rhino Comedy, Mommy Issues

Rhino Room Stand Up Special: Mommy Issues, A Mother’s Day Eve Event on May 10th. Starring Jackie Byrne (whose reputation precedes her) in a one hour special sharing her sage advice about parenting, mommy-hood and survival. Hosted by (Mother) Monique Latise (Broadway Comedy Club, The Apollo, NJ Pac) and featuring (Mother) Sue Holbrook (Rhino Comedy Favorite) $20 online tickets. Table seating with 2 item minimum per person. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. with the show beginning at 8:00 p.m.. Questions? Write to RhinoComedy@gmail.com, go to rhinoimprov.com or call 845-533-4616 for assistance. 22 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern NY 10901

SUFFERN: Suffern Free Library, 1830s NYC

While New York is a city continually changing and evolving in almost every aspect, it’s hard to top the upheaval of the 1830s. Between the worst fire in New York City history to absolute pandemonium surrounding Moving Day — when all NYC leases expired simultaneously — it was truly one of the city’s wildest periods. It’s time to uncover the stories and remnants of 1830s New York like never before. We’ll explore lower Manhattan and the notable sights and scandals of 1830s New York, with a close look at 1835 and how a single year forever changed New York City in big ways. Presented via Zoom by James Scully — NYC tour guide and director / co-creator of the award-winning historical audio fiction soap opera, Burning Gotham. Register online. Join us again on May 19, for Hoaxes, Hotels, and Humbugs around 1830s NYC City Hall. Registration required. This event will take place May 12th from 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. Learn more and register at suffernfreelibrary.org or call 845-357-1237 with questions. 210 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern NY 10901

SUFFERN: Suffern Free Library, Culinary Herbs and Container Planting

Join the Ramapo Valley Garden Club for a presentation with Violet Reed, Executive Director of MEVO (Mahwah Environmental Volunteer Organization) on culinary herbs and vegetable container plantings for your decks and patios. All are welcome. Registration is not necessary. This event will take place May 14th from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Register online so that we know how many chairs to set up. Learn more at suffernfreelibrary.org or call 845-357-1237 with questions. 210 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern NY 10901

SLOATSBURG: Sloatsburg Public Library, Dessert Sushi

Dietitian Morgan will be teaching how to create dessert Sushi! This hands-on event will teach you simple ways to create nutritious treats! Registration is required. This event will take place May 12th from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and is for teens.  Learn more at sloatsburglibrary.libcal.com or call 845-753-2001. 1 Liberty Rock Road, Sloatsburg NY 10974

SLOATSBURG: Rhodes North Tavern, Closing Party!

Rhodes North Tavern has been sold! The Rockland County staple will be hosting a “Farewell Rhodes Party” featuring Mr. LoveJoy from 8:00 p.m. – midnight on May 9th. Call 845-753-6438 for more information. 40 Orange Turnpike, Sloatsburg NY 10974

SPRING VALLEY: Finkelstein Memorial Library, Navigating Divorce

Join Isaac Gruenebaum, divorce mediator and founder of Concord Mediation, for an informative one-hour session on how to navigate the divorce process with clarity and cooperation through mediation. In this session, we will cover essential topics, including child support, division of assets, parenting arrangements, and the filing process . Learn how mediation can empower you to make informed decisions , resolve conflicts outside of court, and achieve a more peaceful and amicable divorce. This event will take place online on May 13th from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Learn more at finkelsteinlibrary.org or call 845-352-5700. 24 Chestnut Street, Spring Valley NY 10977

SPRING VALLEY: Finkelstein Memorial Library, Knit & Crochet Meetup

The Knit & Crochet group meets weekly on Zoom to socialize, help each other with new techniques and show off their final works of art! This event will take place online on May 13th from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Learn more at finkelsteinlibrary.org or call 845-352-5700. 24 Chestnut Street, Spring Valley NY 10977

Haverstraw

WEST HAVERSTRAW: Stony Point Brewing, Friday Trivia Night

Come on out every Friday night at 7:00 p.m. for Trivia Night hosted by Dakota! Players are welcome to come solo or bring a team to compete for the grand prize! Go to stonypointbrewing.com for more information. 69 East Railroad Avenue, West Haverstraw NY 10993

HAVERSTRAW: Hudson’s Mill Tavern, An Evening with Psychic Medium

With an open mind and an open heart, come spend an evening with Lisa as she delivers evidential information and messages from your departed loved ones. Please note this is a gallery style event and that a reading is not guaranteed, but Lisa will do her best to read as many guests as time allows. Food & Drink Purchase Required. Lisa begins promptly at 7:00 p.m. on May 14th and will go until 9:00 p.m. Please arrive early for dinner. Call 845-429-5700 for reservations or go to hudsonsmillny.com to learn more. 55 W Railroad Avenue, West Haverstraw NY 10923

HAVERSTRAW: Haverstraw King’s Daughter Library, Paint What You Hear!

Music inspires many different kinds of emotions and feelings!  Come explore a variety of musical genres, while painting whatever it is the music makes you feel! This event will take place May 10th from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Call 845-786-3800 or learn more at haverstraw.librarycalendar.com. 10 West Ramapo Road, Garnerville NY 10923

HAVERSTRAW: Haverstraw King’s Daughter Library, Hike with Haverstraw

Join us for a hike and a bag lunch at the West Point Foundry Preserve in Cold Spring, the site of an immense 19th-century Ironworks that manufactured some of America’s first steam engines, locomotives, pipes for New York City’s water system, and cannons that helped win the Civil War.

As we hike trails that pass the remains of foundry buildings, we’ll learn the story of the site’s contribution to the Industrial Revolution and the Civil War, as well as the land’s astonishing ecological renewal; an amazing natural landscape with marshland, bubbling brooks, streams and a lovely waterfall.

*A non-refundable $5 fee is required at registration. *When registering, please specify sandwich choice: ham, turkey, chicken salad or fresh mozzarella and tomato in SPECIAL NOTES section.

*A signed, informed consent form is required to participate. This event is for those ages 10 and older and will take place May 10th from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Call 845-786-3800 or learn more at haverstraw.librarycalendar.com. 10 West Ramapo Road, Garnerville NY 10923

Clarkstown

WEST NYACK: Palisades Center, Brother’s BBQ Mother’s Day Brunch

Join Brother’s BBQ for a Mother’s Day Brunch on May 11th from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Palisades Center! The breakfast platter includes brisket hash, fried chicken and waffles, sausage gravy and biscuits, eggs, applewood smoked bacon and sausage. It includes coffee and tea and is served family style. There is a complimentary mimosa with a brunch purchase, and for $35 for adult and $16 for kids 10 and under, you simply cant go wrong! Call 551-455-9956 to make your reservation. Learn more at palisadescenter.com. 4242 Palisades Center Dr, West Nyack, NY 10994

WEST NYACK: The West Nyack Free Library, T-Klez Band Klezmer

Join us for a lively performance of traditional Jewish music on May 14th from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.. Registration is required at westnyacklib.libcal.com, or call 845-358-6081 for assistance. 65 Strawtown Road, West Nyack NY 10994

WEST NYACK: The West Nyack Free Library, Silent Book Club

Bring your current read and enjoy a comfortable and communal environment to read in followed by 30 minutes for free discussion. Refreshments provided. This event will take place on May 10th from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Registration is required at westnyacklib.libcal.com, or call 845-358-6081 for assistance. 65 Strawtown Road, West Nyack NY 10994

NANUET: The Family Pet, PETicure PoPUP

Does your dog whine or growl when you try to trim their nails? Does your cat make your hands and arms a bloody mess when you try to trim their claws? STOP THE MADNESS! Come to The Family Pet PETicure PoPUP, and let the professionals from Zoomin’ Groomin’ do the dirty work! Appointments highly recommended. Other pets taken after/between scheduled appointments on a first come-first served basis. This event will take place on May 10th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The nail trims are $20 for cats and dogs. Those interested can learn more at thefamilypet.store or by calling 845-623-3214. 115 Route 59 East, Nanuet NY 10954

NEW CITY: New City Library, Family Search for Genealogy

FamilySearch.org is a great place to start your genealogical research. Take a walk through some of the most commonly used features with Local History Librarian Joe Barbieri. This person will be in-person at the library. This event will take place on May 12th from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Learn more and register at newcity.librarycalendar.com or call 845-634-4997 for assistance. 220 N. Main Street, New City NY 10956

CONGERS: Red Barn Cidery, Mother’s Day

Come spend a beautiful afternoon with MOM! Best place to bring the kids for a relaxing family friendly hang out! May 10th & 11th $4 MOM-osas ALL DAY! 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Call 845-267-8193 for more information. 306 New York 304, Congers, NY 10920

Stony Point

STONY POINT: Rose Memorial Library, DIY Chest Rub

How to Make a Natural Chest Rub: We will chat while we learn how to make a natural chest rub to break up lung congestion and help expel it! Come with questions, or let’s chat about anything you’d like to discuss regarding the plants or your health in general. We can discuss general health, diet, exercise & sleep, as well as herbal & supplemental support. As always, feel free to bring your questions. This event will take place May 12th from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration is required online at rmla-ny.whofi.com. If you require assistance registering, you can call 845-786-2100. 79 E Main Street, Stony Point NY 10980

STONY POINT: Rose Memorial Library, Foraging Plant Walk

Join us for a leisurely stroll in Rockland County (I will call or email registered participants with the location) and get to know the local flora & fauna of the area. We will concentrate on plant identification and discover medicinal, culinary and other possibilities for what’s growing in our backyards.  Bring water, wear appropriate clothing/footwear for the weather, and apply sunscreen/bug spray as needed. This event will take place May 12th from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Registration is required online at rmla-ny.whofi.com. If you need assistance registering, call 845-786-2100, ext. 11. If you cannot make it, please cancel at your earliest convenience to make room for someone on the waitlist. 79 E Main Street Stony Point NY 10980

STONY POINT: The Patriot Lounge, Mother’s Day Brunch

Celebrate Mother’s Day on May 11th at The Patriot Lounge! Our 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Brunch is back & promises to be THE event of season. Delicious Brunch Buffet, a Variety of Carving Stations, Decadent Dessert Buffet, Bottomless Mimosas & Bloody Mary’s – what’s not to love? 50 per adult, $20 per child (3+) Limited seating available. Reserve today! Go to thepatriotlounge.com or call 845-523-6213 to make reservations. 19 Clubhouse Lane, Stony Point NY 10980

 

Spotlight on Rockland Theater

The Nance

Elmwood Playhouse

Nyack

Chauncey Miles plays a “nance,” a stock character in Prohibition-era vaudeville that portrayed a gay man as an effeminate caricature. As Chauncey struggles to claim his identity and find acceptance, the boisterous burlesque performances featured in this period drama provide a sharp contrast to the real-world prejudice and censorship that ultimately brought the burlesque era to an end.

Running May 16th, 2025 – June 7th, 2025

Go to elmwoodplayhouse.com or call 845- 353-1313 for more information or assistance.

10 Park Street, Nyack NY 10960

Blue/Orange

Antrim Playhouse

Tappan

Set in a London Psychiatric Hospital in the year 2000, Blue/Orange is a provocative drama with a dark comic edge that explores issues of mental health, class status, power and racial prejudices in a failing UK National Health System.

Running July 25th – August 10th, 2025

Go to antrimplayhouse.com or call 845- 533-5676 for more information.

32 Old Tappan Road Tappan, NY 10983

 

Upcoming Town Meetings

Orangetown – May 20th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at orangetown.com

26 Orangeburg Road

Orangeburg, NY 10962

Ramapo – May 28th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at ramapo.org

237 Route 59,

Suffern, NY 1090

Stony Point – May 20th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at townofstonypoint.org

19 Club House Lane

Stony Point, NY 10980

Clarkstown – May 20th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at clarkstown.org

10 Maple Ave.

New City, NY 10956

Haverstraw – May 20th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m..

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at townofhaverstraw.org

1 Rosman Road Garnerville, NY 10923

 

 

Creative Kids Corner

Stage Left Children’s Theater – Tappan

Stage Left offers classes that run from September – April and caters to ages 4 – 18. They offer classic in all theatrical interests from dance to improv to Shakespeare!

For more information, go to stageleftct.com.

111 Rt 303, Suite 113

Tappan NY 10983

Helen Hayes Youth Theatre – Nyack

Helen Hayes Youth Theatre offers an expansive variety of classes and mainstage performance opportunities for ages 5 – 18. From a Taylor Swift Experience, to Audition Workshops, to One-Day Intensives, HHYT has a lid for every pot!

For more information, go to helenhayesyouththeatre.com

Helen Hayes Studios

142 Main Street Nyack NY 10960

Rockland Center for the Arts – West Nyack

Rockland Center for the Arts offers several art classes for toddlers to teens. Some of their classes include ceramics, oil painting, animation, anime, cartooning, and more. Sign your child up today and light their artistic spark!

For more information, go to rocklandartcenter.org

27 South Greenbush Road

West Nyack, New York 10994

School of Rock – West Nyack

Rock 101 is one of School of Rock Rockland’s top programs for kids and beginners. Students have one weekly group rehearsal where they learn to play classic rock songs that have been simplified for beginner musicians. Additionally, Rock 101 students in Rockland have a weekly private music lesson with an instructor who helps them learn the concepts and skills behind their performance songs.

For more information, go to schoolofrock.com

135 East Erie Street

Blauvelt, NY 10913

Homebody Books – Nyack

CELEBRATE CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK! Drop in any time Wednesday–Sunday May 7–11 to make a bookmark and a special coloring activity designed by author Julie Flett. Saturday May 10 we’ll also read aloud from Flett’s work, and Ted Hughes’ Iron Giant, and more: infants and toddlers at 11:00 a.m.; ages 6-9 at 1:00 p.m.; and 2:00 p.m., listen to The Hobbit together, all ages.

DROP IN CRAFTING: MAKE-IT FOR MOM: Let’s make a fancy box for Mom for Mother’s Day! Bring an old paper gift box if you can (we’ll also have some); we’ll provide the decorations. Saturday, May 10, 1–5. All Ages.

For more information, call or e-mail Elisabeth at 845-598-8053 or homebodybooks2gmail.com    

6 Park St

Nyack NY 10960

Art & Design Studio of Rockland – Nanuet

With guidance from the instructor, students can select the subject and medium of their choice for each of their projects. The different Art Class options include fine art, graphic design and computer art, clay sculpture and fashion design.

Learn more about class schedule tuition and registration at artanddesignclasses.com/ or call 845-624-2426

Art & Design Studio

149 South Middletown Road

Nanuet, NY 10954

 

On the Big Screen

Watch the Skies – Action/Adventure

A rebellious teenager who believes her missing father was abducted by aliens joining forces with a quirky UFO club of endearing misfits. They embark on a high-stakes adventure that defies the law and challenges the very fabric of reality.

Clown in a Cornfield – Horror

Looking for a fresh start, Quinn and her father move to the quiet town of Kettle Springs. They soon learn the fractured community has fallen on hard times after losing a treasured factory to a fire. As the locals bicker amongst themselves and tensions boil over, a sinister, grinning clown emerges from the cornfields to cleanse the town of its burdens, one bloody victim at a time.

Juliet & Romeo – Musical/Romance

Juliet & Romeo is an upcoming musical romantic drama film written, co-produced, and directed by Timothy Scott Bogart, based on the play Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare.

Fight or Flight – Action/Thriller

A mercenary takes on the job of tracking a high-value asset known only as “The Ghost” on an international flight. Realizing the plane is filled with assassins assigned to kill them both, the pair must work together in a fight for their lives.

 

Kitten Season is Here!

Just in and full of purr-sonality! These adorable kittens have recently arrived at our shelter and are already melting hearts. Playful, curious, and cuddly, they’re discovering the world one paw at a time and can’t wait to do it with you! Whether they’re chasing feather toys, napping in sunny spots, or purring in your arms, these little ones are looking for loving forever homes where they can grow, explore, and be cherished.

Come meet them today — your perfect feline companion might just be waiting for you!

Go to fourlegsgoodnynj.org, call 877-856-2616, or email info@4lg.org for more information.