What’s going on in Rockland County from Thursday, June 12th – Wednesday, June 18th

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Orangetown

TAPPAN: Tappan Library, Blood Drive

Help save multiple lives, donate blood! The library will be hosting a blood drive taking place from June 13th from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Walk ins are welcome, but registration is preferred. Register at southorangetownlibraries.librarycalendar.com or call 845-359-3877 for assistance. 93 Main Street, Tappan NY 10983

NYACK: Big Red Books, Ruth Franklin in Conversation with Ross Benjamin

Ruth Franklin is the author of the critically acclaimed biographies The Many Lives of Anne Frank, hailed as a “tour de force [that] sets the standard for anyone thinking about Anne Frank for years to come,” and Shirley Jackson: A Rather Haunted Life, winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for Biography. Her first book, A Thousand Darknesses: Lies and Truth in Holocaust Fiction (2011), was a finalist for the Sami Rohr Prize for Jewish Writing. Her writing appears in the New Yorker, the New York Times Magazine, the New York Review of Books,  Harper’s, and more. She lives in Brooklyn.

Ross Benjamin is a translator of German-language literature. He received a Guggenheim Fellowship for his translation of Franz Kafka’s Diaries, and he was awarded the Helen and Kurt Wolff Translator’s Prize for his rendering of Michael Maar’s Speak, Nabokov. His translation of Daniel Kehlmann’s Tyll was shortlisted for the 2020 International Booker Prize. His other translations include Friedrich Hölderlin’s Hyperion, Joseph Roth’s Job, and Daniel Kehlmann’s You Should Have Left and The Director.

This event will take place June 18th from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 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, Teen’s Craft: Pressed Flower Suncatchers

Let your creativity bloom in this month’s Teens’ Craft session as we make Pressed Flower Suncatchers! Using real pressed flowers, clear contact paper, and simple framing materials, you’ll design a one-of-a-kind sun-catching decoration that celebrates the beauty of nature. Once complete, your suncatcher will attach easily to any window with a suction cup—perfect for adding a pop of color to your space and letting the sunlight shine through your floral design. This event will take place June 16th from 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.. Register at pearlriverlibrary.libcal.com or call 845-735-4084 for assistance. 130 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River NY 10965

PEARL RIVER: Pearl River Library, A History of the Pearl River Post Office

Jim Cassetta will explain the history of postal service in Pearl river From approximately 1830 to the 1980s. This is a Zoom program presentation. Registration is required. This event will take place June 16th from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.. Register at pearlriverlibrary.libcal.com or call 845-735-4084 for assistance. 130 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River NY 10965

PEARL RIVER: Pearl River Library, Walk Through History

Join Jim Cassetta in reliving the history of Pearl River’s Main Street building by building Registration is required. This event will take place June 18th from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.. Register at pearlriverlibrary.libcal.com or call 845-735-4084 for assistance. 130 Franklin Avenue, Pearl River NY 10965

Ramapo

SUFFERN: Rhino Comedy, Rhino Room Stand Up

Incredible night out featuring a hilarious line up of the best comedians anywhere. Hosted by Zach McMahon. Featuring Janet Regensburg (Gotham Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club, Caroline’s on Broadway, The Comic Strip),  Michael Agunbiade (Laugh It Up, St Marks Comedy Club) and Headliner Laz Vic (5-time Meadowlands Comedy Festival Winner, Las Vegas Comedy Festival, TBS Hollywood Festival, new special “No Wifi” to be released this summer) Tickets are $15 online and $20 at the door with 2 item minimum per person. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. with the show beginning at 8:00 p.m. on June 14th. Go to rhinoimprov.com or call 845-533-4616 to purchase tickets. 22 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern NY 10901

SUFFERN: Suffern Free Library, Synagogues of Western Europe

Explore the beautiful Jewish communities in the Venice Ghetto, Casale Monferrato, Turin and Florence, Italy. We continue to Zurich, Basel, and Endingen – Lengnau, Switzerland. Our tour continues to Germany with stops in Berlin, Frankfurt-am-Main, Essen, Ansbach, and the historical city of Worms, home to the notable sage, Rashi. Our journey continues to France and stops at Paris with it’s Rothchild Synagogue, Carpentras with it’s 14th century “sunken” synagogue, Luneville, Saarebourg, and Nice in the French Riviera. We stop at the great Portuguese synagogue in Amsterdam, Holland. And conclude with a visit to the synagogues in the Bevis Marks Synagogue in East London, the West London Synagogue, the Great Synagogue of Liverpool, and the Garnethill Synagogue in Glasgow, Scotland. We will also stop at the little synagogue in the beach resort of Brighton, England and see the synagogue designed as a private chapel for Sir Albert Sasoon. Presented via Zoom by Oscar Israelowitz. Register online. This event will take place June 16th from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Register at suffernfreelibrary.org or call 845-357-1237 for assistance. 210 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern NY 10901

SUFFERN: Suffern Free Library, Preparing for Emergencies

With severe weather events becoming more frequent and more extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible to normal conditions.

This training course will provide an introduction to responding to a natural or manmade disaster. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies.

Each family that attends will receive one preparedness kit.

Registration is required. This event will take place June 17th from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Register at suffernfreelibrary.org or call 845-357-1237 for assistance. 210 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern NY 10901

SUFFERN: Suffern Free Library, Poetry Roundtable

Let’s get together once a month to share poetry. You may bring a poem to share with the group – this can be an original poem or just a poem you enjoy. This is an informal group and we welcome both adults and teens. This event will take place online June 17th from 6:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Register at suffernfreelibrary.org or call 845-357-1237 for assistance. 210 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern NY 10901

SPRING VALLEY: Finkelstein Library, PowerPoint for Beginners

Learn the basics of creating a PowerPoint presentation. Prerequisite:  Ability to use a mouse and keyboard.

PowerPoint is one of the most popular software programs in the world. It enables you to create professional-looking presentations in the form of slideshows that run on your computer. This class will explain not only the basics of starting a presentation: choosing a design, adding and editing text, pictures, videos, charts, and animation to your slides, but also how to “think-through” your entire presentation for best results.

This event will take place on June 17th from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.. Register at finkelsteinlibrary.org or call 845-352-5700 for assistance. 24 Chestnut Street, Spring Valley NY 10977

SPRING VALLEY: Finkelstein Library, Crafty Creations

Join the Rockland County Office of Consumer Protection for an informative session on how to recognize and avoid common consumer scams. Learn practical tips to protect yourself from fraud, and gain insight into the state and local laws that govern consumer rights. The presentation will also cover the Office’s role in licensing contractors and promoting a fair, safe marketplace for all. This event will take place on June 17th from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Register at finkelsteinlibrary.org or call 845-352-5700 for assistance. 24 Chestnut Street, Spring Valley NY 10977

Haverstraw

HAVERSTRAW: Hudson’s Mill Tavern, The Zeke Carey Band

Live Music Alert! Get ready for a night of soul, rock & rhythm with The Zeke Carey Band! These powerhouse performers bring the groove, the grit, and the good vibes—don’t miss your chance to catch them live! Come for the music, stay for the energy. Tag your crew and make it a night to remember. This event will take place on June 14th starting at 8:00 p.m. Please call 845-429-5700 with any questions, or go to hudsonsmillny.com to learn more. 55 W Railroad Avenue, West Haverstraw NY 10923

HAVERSTRAW: Haverstraw King’s Daughter, Teen Game Night

Teens! Join us for Game Night. For grades 7-12

Playing video games: check!

Playing board games: check!

Hanging out and having fun: Big Check!.

This event will take place June 18th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Register at haverstraw.librarycalendar.com or call 845-786-3800 for assistance. 10 West Ramapo Road, Garnerville NY 10923

HAVERSTRAW: Haverstraw King’s Daughter, Giant Games

For ages 6 -12. Giant checkers, giant Connect 4, giant fun! No registration needed. This event will take place June 14th  from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Register at haverstraw.librarycalendar.com or call 845-786-3800 for assistance. 10 West Ramapo Road, Garnerville NY 10923

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

Clarkstown

NANUET: Nanuet Public Library, Casa Susana

In the 1950s and ’60s, an underground network of transgender women and cross-dressing men found refuge at a modest house in the Catskills region of New York. Known as Casa Susanna, the house provided a safe place to express their true selves and live for a few days as they had always dreamed—dressed as and living as women without fear of being incarcerated or institutionalized for their self-expression. Told through the memories of those who visited the house, the film provides a moving look back at a secret world where the persecuted and frightened found freedom, acceptance and, often, the courage to live out of the shadows. This event will take place on June 13th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Registration is required. Register at nanuet.librarycalendar.com or call 845-623-4281 for assistance. 149 Church Street, Nanuet, NY 10954

NANUET: Nanuet Public Library, Jigsaw Puzzle Wars!

Do you LOVE jigsaw puzzles? Want to join our friendly competition? You will be divided into teams and compete to finish the jigsaw puzzle first! 500 piece puzzle – everyone has the same one! Teams of 3-4 people, prizes and laughter guaranteed. Register at nanuet.librarycalendar.com or call 845-623-4281 for assistance. 149 Church Street, Nanuet, NY 10954

CONGERS: Red Barn Cidery, Yoga On the Farm!

Come out to yoga on the farm with Kendall Fioranti  on June 15th! From 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., enjoy a 1 hour Vinyasa flow and a glass of free cider. Mats will be provided, all levels are welcome, and after the class there will be live music and food trucks. Tickets are $25 and you can register at eventbrite.com or call 845-267-8193 for assistance. 306 New York 304, Congers, NY 10920

WEST NYACK: The West Nyack Free Library, Rainbow Skewers

Ages 6 and up. Slice and dice colorful fruit to create yummy rainbow skewers! Please notify us of any allergies or food restrictions. The event will take place on June 18th from 4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is intended for kids ages 6 & up. Registration is required at westnyacklib.libcal.com, or call 845-358-6081 for assistance. 65 Strawtown Road, West Nyack NY 10994

WEST NYACK: Serendipity Saturday, Opening of Germonds Pool!

Start your summer at the opening of Germonds Pool. Enjoy picnicking, entertainment, and swimming. No fee. All residents are invited. No rain date. This event will take place June 14th from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 185 Germonds Roadd, West Nyack, NY 10994

WEST NYACK: Levity Live, Julie Kim Live!

Don’t miss Julie Kim Live!  Thursday, June 19, 2025. 8:00 p.m. at Levity Live West Nyack. One of Canada’s top comedians, Julie Kim has performed at all the major Canadian comedy festivals including Just for Laughs Montreal, Winnipeg Comedy Festival, and Halifax Comedy Festival (with multiple televised performances). She has been a regular performer at CBC’s The Debaters. Julie recently toured across North America doing 40 theatre shows with Ronny Chieng (Crazy Rich Asians, The Daily Show with Trevor Noah). Tickets on sale! Learn more at levitylive.com or call 845-353-5400 for assistance. 4210 Palisades Center Dr, West Nyack NY 10994

Stony Point

STONY POINT: Rose Memorial Library, Herbal Arts Talk

Join us to explore the world of herbs! We will learn all about the plants, why and when to use particular herbs for different issues as well as how to create various preparations. We will discuss general health, diet, exercise & sleep, as well as herbal & supplemental support. As always, feel free to bring your questions about herbs or how to address a particular system of the body or condition you may be experiencing. Registration is required for this event. If you cannot make it, please cancel as soon as possible to make room for someone on the waitlist. This event takes place on June 16th from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.. Register at rmla-ny.whofi.com, or call 845-786-2100 for assistance. 79 E Main St, Stony Point, NY 10980

STONY POINT: Rose Memorial Library, Oil Pastels

Join us to explore the special qualities of oil pastels. We will work on a still life of some kind, or feel free to bring an image of your choosing. Registration is required for this event. If you cannot make it, please cancel as soon as possible to make room for someone on the waitlist. This event takes place on June 17th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.. Register at rmla-ny.whofi.com, or call 845-786-2100 for assistance. 79 E Main St, Stony Point, NY 10980

Spotlight on Rockland Theater

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

Miracle on South Division Street

Penguin Rep Theatre

Stony Point

16 years after its world premiere at Penguin, the Miracle returns. Their neighborhood may be depressed, but not the Nowak family who always thought they were special. That is, until a deathbed confession shakes the family to the very core and their beliefs begin to unravel with heartfelt and hilarious results.

Open Now – June 29th, 2025

Go to penguinrep.org/plays or call 845-786-2873 for more information.

7 Crickettown Road, Stony Point NY 10980

Upcoming Town Meetings

Orangetown – June 24th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at orangetown.com

26 Orangeburg Road

Orangeburg, NY 10962

Ramapo – June 25th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at ramapo.org

237 Route 59,

Suffern, NY 1090

Stony Point – June 24th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at townofstonypoint.org

19 Club House Lane

Stony Point, NY 10980

Clarkstown – June 24th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m.

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at clarkstown.org

10 Maple Ave.

New City, NY 10956

Haverstraw – June 24th, 2025 @ 7:00 p.m..

Town Board Regular Meeting

More information at townofhaverstraw.org

1 Rosman Road Garnerville, NY 10923

Creative Kids Corner

Balloon Magic at Homebody Books – Nyack

On Saturday, June 28, master balloon artist R. David Robinson will share the secrets to making fantastical balloon creations you won’t figure out from an online kit! Learn to make a sword, a dog, a flower, and more.

This event is open to mixed ages from 1-2 p.m. and 2:30-3:30 p.m. Teens and adults are also welcome from 4 – 5 p.m.

This workshop costs $35 per person, including workshop materials and a take-home balloon kit. There’s also a sibling discount: two siblings for $60. To register, call or text 845-598-8053.

For more information, go to homebodybooks@gmail.com    

6 Park St

Nyack NY 10960

Stage Left Children’s Theater

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

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

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

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

Watch out for Rockland’s Shell-ebrities!

A four legged pedestrian will be taking to the streets for their annual nesting ritual taking place from May to June. With this in mind, please drive carefully and slowly down Western Highway between Theis Road and O’Sullivan’s Tree Service. The Turtles of Western Highway need you! Here are some tips to help the slowest friends of Rockland.

*Use Route 303 instead of Western Highway

*If you see a mama turtle – stop and allow for her to cross!

*If you absolutely must move a turtle, hold them at both sides at the back of their shell, and point them in the direction they were heading. DO NOT pick them up by their tail as this can cause spine damage

*Do not collect the turtles for food – they contain levels of pesticides dangerous for humans

*Share the news with your friends

*Get involved – please call Jane Murphy at 914-772-6164 to learn more or go to The turtles of Western Highway Facebook page.

The Common Snapping Turtle is the official State Reptile of New York – let’s protect her!

Stream-worthy Favs

Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron – Family/Western

Follows the adventures of a wild and rambunctious mustang stallion as he journeys through the untamed American frontier. Encountering man for the first time, Spirit defies being broken, even as he develops a remarkable friendship with a young Lakota brave. The courageous young stallion also finds love with a beautiful paint mare named Rain on his way to becoming one of the greatest unsung heroes of the Old West.

Flushed Away – Family/Comedy

After an ignoble landing in Ratropolis, a pampered rodent (Hugh Jackman) enlists the help of a sewer scavenger (Kate Winslet) in finding his way back to his posh London flat. Getting home is not the only problem, however; a rodent-hating toad (Ian McKellen) wants his notorious cousin, Le Frog (Jean Reno), to exterminate the pair.

King Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight – Action

Legendary warrior Po teams up with an elite knight on a quest to rescue magical weapons, restore his reputation and save the world.

The Adventures of Tintin – Family/Adventure

While shopping at an outdoor market, young reporter Tintin (Steven Spielberg), accompanied by his faithful dog, Snowy, buys a model of an old ship called the Unicorn. A shady character named Sakharine (Edgar Wright) and later an American named Barnaby (Peter Jackson) try to buy the model from him, but Tintin refuses.

On the Big Screen

The Life of Chuck – Drama

From the hearts and minds of Stephen King and Mike Flanagan comes THE LIFE OF CHUCK, the extraordinary story of an ordinary man. This powerful tale celebrates the life of Charles ‘Chuck’ Krantz as he experiences the wonder of love, the heartbreak of loss, and the multitudes contained in all of us. Critics call the film “a life-affirming masterpiece” and “a stunning celebration of the moments that make life worth living.” Rated R for language, but does not contain violence or explicit content.

Materialists – Drama

A young, ambitious New York City matchmaker finds herself torn between the perfect match and her imperfect ex.

Only We Know – Drama

Betty begins a fling with Ryan, her neighbor who is several years younger than her. Over time, their relationship proves to be more serious than they had anticipated.

How to Train Your Dragon – Family

For more than a decade, DreamWorks Animation’s epic animated film trilogy about the friendship between a young man and his dragon has moved, inspired and delighted audiences worldwide. Now, a new live-action adaptation of the blockbuster HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON franchise will transport audiences for the first time into a new cinematic experience and a bold, thrilling new chapter in the beloved story of Viking Hiccup and his Night Fury dragon, Toothless.

Want to make a difference?

Make a difference: one paw at a time!

Ever thought about fostering a pet? You could be the bridge between a shelter and a permanent home. Foster homes provide a calm, safe environment where animals can relax and thrive.

Four Legs Good will provide you with everything you need!

When you foster an animal, you free up space in shelters, help animals socialize and adjust to home life, and get endless snuggles in return.

Whether it’s for a few days or a few weeks, your home could be a critical stop on their journey. For more information, contact Four Legs Good at adopt@4lg.org or call the RG CARES Animal Shelter at 845-414-9700.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boulder’s Schedule

Boulders vs. Sussex County Miners

*June 12th, Away Game

Boulders vs. Gateway Grizzlies

June 13th, 7:00 p.m.

June 14th, 6:30 p.m. *Fireworks Night!*

June 15th, 1:00 p.m.

Boulders vs. Quebec Capitales

June 17th, 7:00 p.m.

June 18th, 7:00 p.m.

June 19th, 7:00 p.m.

Boulders vs. Ottawa Titans

June 20th, 7:00 p.m.

June 21st, 6:30 p.m. *Fireworks Night!*

June 22nd, 6:30 p.m. *Fireworks Night!*

Learn more at nyboulders.com/gameschedule.