Orangetown
PEARL RIVER: The Michael Salyer House, The Spy and the Traitor The André – Arnold Affair Day Trip
June 13th
The Historical Society of Rockland County presents, THE SPY AND THE TRAITOR: The André – Arnold Affair Day Trip. Saturday, May 9, 2026. 8:45AM-3:30PM. (Additional dates scheduled from July – October)! Step into one of the most dramatic episodes of the American Revolution. Travel by motor coach and on foot as expert guides lead you through historic sites tied to espionage, intrigue, and betrayal – including the meeting site, Andrés trial location, and the place of his execution. Along the way, you’ll gain vivid insight into the people, places and decisions that shaped the nation’s future.
Be a part of history! Walk where it happened! Tickets on sale! Cost: $99 (HSRC Members); $119 (Non-Members). Pre-paid reservations required.
This event will take place Saturday, June 13th from 8:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. For more information visit https://www.rocklandhistory.org/. 213 Blue Hill Road, Pearl River, NY 10965
NYACK: Nyack Memorial Park, Nyack African-American Day Parade and Festival
June 6th
Don’t miss Nyack’s 16th Annual African-American Day Parade & Festival! Saturday, June 6! 12PM-6PM! Join us for the parade kick-off at 12PM followed the community festival at Nyack Memorial Park! This annual family-fun event features live music, entertainment, food & beverage, face painting, vendors and MORE! Celebrating unity, peace and harmony. For more information, please call 845-353-0034.
This event takes place on June 6th from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Nyack Memorial Park, 4 Depew Avenue, Nyack, NY 10960
Ramapo
POMONA: Clover Stadium, Ramapo Day
June 11th
Ramapo residents are invited to bring the family out to a NY Boulder’s game followed by a fabulous fireworks display after dark! Bring the family and we’ll celebrate our community.
This event will take place June 11th at 7:00 p.m. For more information visit nyboulders.com/. 1 Phil Tisi Wy, Pomona, NY 10970
Clarkstown
WEST NYACK: Saints Constatine and Helen, Greek Festival
June 4th-7th
Don’t miss the annual “West Nyack Greek Festival!” June 4-7! Rain or Shine! FREE Admission & Parking. Featuring traditional Greek food, pastries, live music, rides, vendors and MORE! Fun for the whole family.
This event will take place June 4th-7th with free admissionn For more information visit westnyackgreekfestival.com or call 845-623-4023. 4Saints Constantine and Helen, 1 Marycrest Road, West Nyack, NY 10994
NANUET: Main Street, Nanuet Street Fair
June 7th
Don’t miss the 12th annual Nanuet Street Fair! Sunday, June 7, 2026. 10AM-5PM. Main Street, Nanuet.Join us for a great day of family-fun featuring over 200 vendors, arts & crafts, jewelry, collectibles, food trucks, live music, kids’ activities, as well as a Car & Jeep Show! Presented by the Nanuet Chamber of Commerce.
This event will take place June 7th from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with free admission. For more information visit https://nanuetchamber.com/nanuet-street-fair-2026/ Main Street, Nanuet, NY 10954
WEST NYACK: Leanne Morgan: Working It Out, Y’all
June 12th-14th
Levity Live presents, “Leanne Morgan: Working it Out, Y’all. June 12-14, 2026. Leanne Morgan rose to prominence with her debut Netflix special I’m Every Woman, showcasing her relatable humor and Southern charm. Since the start of 2023, Morgan’s I’m Every Woman has been Netflix’s most-viewed stand-up special from a female comedian globally. Leanne Morgan’s latest Netflix special, Unspeakable Things, premiered November 4, 2025, debuting at #1 worldwide. Hailing from rural Tennessee, Morgan’s comedic style resonates with audiences of all backgrounds, as she effortlessly weaves together humorous anecdotes about family life and everyday absurdities.
This event will take place June 12th, 13th, and 14th. For more information visit https://levitylive.com/comic/leanne+morgan/ Levity Live, 4210 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994
Haverstraw
WEST HAVERSTRAW: Peck Pond’s Park, Art Walk
June 5th
Join us on Friday, June 5th at 6:30PM at Peck’s Pond Park for the revealing of “Art Walk-North Rockland High School Outdoor Art Exhibition.” Created by Avarie Messinger in collaboration with the North Rockland High School Art Club. The exhibition will be on display June 5-September 4!
This event will take place June 5th through September 4th.. For more information visit westhaverstraw.gov. Peck’s Pond Park, 130 Samsondale Avenue,West Haverstraw, New York 10993
Stony Point
TOMPKINS COVE: Bear Mountain Inn, Fridays @ Five Returns!
June 5th
“Fridays @ Five” Returns to Bear Mountain Inn! May 29-September 4 from 5-8PM. Join us on Friday evenings for live music, great food and drinks and spectacular views! Bear Mountain Inn’s free outdoor summer concert series designed to help you unwind, reconnect, and kick off the weekend right. Enjoy a weekly lineup of talented local and regional musicians playing folk, soft rock, pop, funk, and more.
This event will take place June 5th from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Learn more at visitbearmountain.com/fridays-five/ or call 845-786-2731 for more information. Bear Mountain Inn, 3020 Seven Lakes Drive, Tompkins Cove, 10986
Library Section
Orangetown
TAPPAN: Tappan Library, Community Room, NYBC Blood Drive
June 4th
Donate blood and help save lives, just 30 minutes of your time can save up to 3 people lives.
Book your appointment here:
https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/337906
Walk-ins welcome
Anyone in good health 17 years or older (16 with a parent or guardian’s written consent)
See additional donor eligibility requirements here https://www.nybc.org/donate-blood/donor-eligibility/
Registration is required for this event. This event will take place June 4th from 11:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Learn more at southorangetownlibraries.com or call 845-359-3877 for assistance. 93 Main St., Tappan, NY 10983
NYACK: Nyack Library, Carnegie Concert: Rockland Pride Chorus
June 5th
The Rockland Pride Chorus is filled LGBTQ+ singers of all levels, whether they’ve been in a professional chorus or just like to sing in the shower. We think what they have created is pretty special. Be prepared to laugh, clap, sing-along, and feel some feels.
This event will take place June 5th from 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Learn more at nyacklibray.org or call 845-358-3370 for more information. 59 S Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960
PEARL RIVER: Pearl River Library, Writing From Life
June 4th
You’ve got a lifetime of stories and it’s time to write them down. Memoir, fiction, poetry, our enthusiastic instructor and this supportive group will help you find your writing voice and your editing skills!
FOR REGISTRATION CONTACT JOHN A. at jaiello@pearlriverlibrary.org
This event will take place on June 4th from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Learn more at pearlriverlibrary.libcal.com or call 845-735-4084 for assistance. 75 E Central Ave, Pearl River, NY 10965
PALISADES, Palisades Free Library, Children’s Room (Palisades)
June 4th
Start your morning with Ms. Jess at Library Storytime! This gentle, engaging program is designed for babies and toddlers with a caregiver and offers a relaxed, joyful start to the day. We’ll sing songs that encourage participation and connection, and enjoy a curated selection of delightful picture books read aloud.
Completely tech-free, storytime creates a mindful space for children and caregivers to slow down, move, listen, and connect.
Note: The Library opens early on Thursdays to accommodate this program.Registration is required for this event. This event will take place June 4th from 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Learn more at palisadeslibrary.org or call (845) 359-0136 for more information. 19 Closter Road, Palisades, NY 10964
ORANGEBURG: Orangeburg Library, Teen Book Chat – 1 hour of community service
June 8th
Attention all readers! We will be hosting an informal monthly book chat. Come to discuss what you’ve been reading: good, bad, or other. Or discuss books you’ve been wanting to read! This program will count as one hour of community service!
Registration is required for this event. This event will take place June 8th at Orangeburg Library from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Learn more at orangeburglibrary.org or call (845) 359-2244 for more information. 20 S Greenbush Rd, Orangeburg, NY 10962
Ramapo
SUFFERN: Suffern Free Library, Adult Dungeons & Dragons Club Meeting- Group #1
June 6th
As the party approaches the Salsvault laboratory ruins, they’re ambushed by a Young Remorhaz.Make sure to bring your character sheets and dice. There will be a copy of the 2024 Player’s Handbook but feel free to bring your own if you have one.
Note: We’ll have free snacks and drinks at the meeting.
This virtual event will take place June 2nd from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Learn more at suffernfreelibrary.libcal.com or call 845-357-1237 for assistance. 210 Lafayette Ave, Suffern, NY 10901
Haverstraw
HAVERSTRAW: Haverstraw King’s Library, Video Game Hang Out
June 6th
For ages 6 -12. Hang out and have fun playing video games on the Big Screen! No registration.
This event will take place on June 1st from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Learn more at https://haverstraw.librarycalendar.com/event/teen-program-35259 or call 845-786-3800 for assistance. 10 West Ramapo Rd., Garnerville, NY 10923
Clarkstown
NANUET: Nanuet Public Library, Watercolor Techniques with Jayne
June 1st
Miss Kristen offers a casual space for you to hang out, play video games, and do homework. Sign up once for the whole school year. We will not meet on days when school is not in session.PARENT email and phone number is REQUIRED. Students must remain in the program room for the duration of the program – we do not have enough seating in the main Children’s Room or outside for those wishing to leave early.
Children may be dropped off and attend program independently.
Important Fall Registration Information
Registration will secure your spot and is recommended. Walk-ins will be welcome in programs if space allows.
Registration begins for Nanuet cardholders only on Saturday, September 6 at 10:00 am. Out of district registration begins on Saturday, September 13 at 10:00 am.
This event will take place on June 8th from 2:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Learn more at nanuet.librarycalendar.com or call 845-623-4281 for assistance. 149 Church Street Nanuet, NY 10954
Stony Point
STONY POINT: Rose Memorial Library, Learn to Draw
June 3rd
Figure Drawing – Learn how to sketch using line, texture & shading to create dimensionality in your drawing. Each session will focus on different subjects to help you sketch what you see! Learn about Composition, Value, Perspective/Angles, Proportion, & Shapes.
Registration is required. For assistance registering, call 845-786-2100. If you cannot make it, please cancel at your earliest convenience.
*Please Note: Registration opens for STONY POINT residents on Tuesday. All others may register One Day Later.
This event will take place June 3rd from 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Learn more at rmla-ny.whofi..com or call 845-786-2100 for more information. Garnerville Arts Center55 W Railroad Ave, Garnerville , NY 10923
Lia Toyota Rockland Donates $6,250 to Support Center for Safety Change
Lia Toyota Rockland proudly announced a $6,250 donation to Center for Safety and Change, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other crimes against individuals and families throughout Rockland County and surrounding communities. A check presentation is scheduled for Thursday May 28 th at 10:30am at Lia
Toyota Rockland located at 618 Route 303 in Blauvelt. Center for Safety Change provides comprehensive survivor-centered services including emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy, legal support, prevention education, housing assistance, and community outreach. The organization works closely with community partners, law enforcement, healthcare providers, schools, and businesses to promote prevention, healing, social justice, and long-term systemic change.
“At Lia Toyota Rockland, we believe in supporting the communities we serve both on and off the road,” said Vincent Lia, Co-President of Lia Auto Group “Center for Safety Change provides critical resources and life-changing support to individuals and families throughout our region, and we are honored to contribute to their mission.”
This donation will help Center for Safety & Change continue providing essential services and resources to survivors while expanding awareness and prevention efforts throughout the community. “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and partnership of Lia Toyota Rockland,” said Elizabeth Santiago, CEO of Center for Safety Change. “Community support like this allows us to continue empowering survivors, strengthening families, and building safer communities for everyone.”
As a longtime supporter of local initiatives and charitable organizations, Lia Toyota Rockland remains dedicated to investing in programs that positively impact the lives of residents across Rockland County. For more information about Center for Safety and Change, visit centerforsafetyandchange.org.
Lia Toyota Rockland is one of four family-owned Toyota dealerships within the Lia Auto Group. Between their Sales, Service and Parts departments, they employ approximately 110 residents. More information on Lia and how they get involved, you can visit Liacars.com.
Blauvelt Lions Journey For Sight 5k Run/Walk
The Blauvelt Lions Club is again hosting its 3rd annual 5K JOURNEY FOR SIGHT Run/Walk event! This special event will help raise funds for the many Vision Loss charities the Lions support (Vacation Camp for the Blind, Visions/Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Association for the visually impaired) as well as the other charities the club regularly support (Penguin Plunge, Lions International Disaster Relief, Scholarships for TZHS students). The Lion motto is “We Serve!” and the Blauvelt Lions look to embody that motto with service efforts to benefit the local community and those in need.
The Kids’ Dash will start at 10:15 am
The race will start at 10:30 am.
The day of the race registration will cost $30. Runners who Pre-Register before 5/24 will receive a t-shirt with sponsor names. Those who register after that date will receive a shirt if extra shirts allow.
Runners who Pre-Register before 5/24 will receive a t-shirt with sponsor names. Those who register after that date will receive a shirt if extra shirts allow.
Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for Men . For women, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for Boys and Girls Under 14.
This event will take place on June 7th fat 10:30 a.m. 541 Western Highway, Behind the Blauvelt Library, Blauvelt, NY US 10913
World Cup Viewing Party
The Village of Spring Valley invites you and your families to join us for an exciting FIFA World Cup Viewing Party on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM at Memorial Park.
Spring Valley is one of the most diverse communities in Rockland County, with over 37 cultures represented, and soccer is a sport that unites us all. This event is a celebration of that shared passion—bringing our community together as one.
This free, family-friendly event will feature:
A giant screen viewing experience with multiple World Cup matches
Youth soccer games and clinics
Music, entertainment, and live energy throughout the day
Bounce houses, games, and activities for families
Food trucks, and local vendors
Access to community resources and organizations
We encourage everyone to bring chairs, and their game-day energy as we come together to celebrate culture, community, and the excitement of the World Cup.
This will be a tabling event, as we anticipate a large turnout and are actively seeking vendors. Please see the attached vendor form for participation details. All payments must be made payable to The Village of Spring Valley and submitted by June 1, 2026.
Vendor Setup will be from 10 am to 12 pm. At Memorial Park, 1 Veterans Drive, Spring Valley , NY 10977.
Dog Days of Summer
The Town of Orangetown presents the Dog Days of summer! Brimg your dog for a fun day at the Orangetown Splash Pad.
This event will take place June 20th from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. It is $10 per dog to particapate. Proceeds go to the Hudson Valley Humane Society.
Food trucks will also be on site. Rain date is June 27th. To attend, fill out this form https://forms.orangetown.com/Forms/dogs
Hop on the Knick’s Bandwagon
Sports bars across Rockland are hosting watch parties aa the New York Knicks play a historic run, officially heading to the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, led by Jalen Brunson.
Beth Am Temple Announces Pride Shabbat Service
Beth Am Temple will hold its first Pride Shabbat service on Friday, June 12 at 7:45 pm. The service will feature a guest speaker from the Rockland County Pride Center and is being held in conjunction with National Pride Month. Beth Am’s Social Action Committee is sponsoring the program. The public is invited to attend the service and join the Oneg with refreshments afterwards. The service is expected to be held annually.
Beth Am Temple is a reform temple, which embraces tradition and draws its congregation from throughout Rockland County, NY and northern Bergen County, NJ. It is located on the New York/New Jersey border at 60 East Madison Ave in Pearl River, NY. Its website is: https://www.bethamtemple.org.
Spotlight on Rockland
My Lord, What a Night
Book by Deborah Brevoort
Penguin Rep Theatre
Running May 15th – June 7th
When world-famous singer Marian Anderson is turned away from a hotel because of her race, she finds an unexpected host in Albert Einstein. What begins as a simple act of hospitality grows into a friendship based on their mutual love of music and commitment to human rights. Featuring a cast of four playing real-life historical figures — each with a unique perspective on how to effect change — this moving play is about courage, justice and our shared humanity.
Go to penguinrep.org or call (845) 786-2873 for more information.
7 Cricketown Road, Stony Point, NY 10980
39 Steps
Written by Patrick Barlow
Directed by Margaret Young
Elmwood Playhouse
Running May 15th- June 6th
Richard Hannay is visiting 1930s London when he meets Annabella Smith, who is on the run from foreign agents, after a disturbance at a music hall. Later that night, Annabella is murdered, and Hannay must then try to break the spy ring and prove his innocence. From an epic train chase to a feisty love interest, Hannay has his work cut out for him as he searches for the truth about the mysterious spy ring called, The 39 Steps. In this adaptation, four actors play over 150 roles delivering laughs and suspense with dazzling quick changes – on stage.
Go to elmwoodhouse.com or call (845) 353-1313 for more information.
10 Park Street Nyack NY 10960
It’s Turtle Migration Time
Nesting mother turtles are crossing Western Highway to lay their eggs before returning to the reservoir from May through June. Please drive slowly on Western Highway in Blauvelt between Theis Road and O’Sullivan’s Tree Service. For more info please call 914-772-6164.
Patriotic Home Contest!
The Town of Stony Point encourages you to celebrate America’s 250th Birthday!
Residents of Stony Point are invited to decorate their homes in patriotic spirit as the country celebrates 250 years of American independence.
Show off your red, white, and blue pride and help make our community shine!
Decorating period is from May 23rd to July 4th. Judging will take place from June 15th – June 30th. Winners will be announced July 8th at the Stony Point Town Carnival.
Be sure to register online at stonypointny.gov. Displays must be visible from the street.
Contest categories include:
-Best Overall Patriotic Display
-Most Creative Display
-Best Use of Lights
-Best America 250 Theme
-Youth/ Family Choice Award
Winners will receive a commemorative America 250 Trophy, the Town of Stony Point Prize Pack, (coin, shirt, and more), and more!
Hosted by the Town of Stony Point.
Maureen’s Jazz Cellar
Frosty Tuesdays Open Mic – June 2nd
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Show begins at 8:00 p.m.
Cover charge is $5 (People seated must order food or drink – $10 minimum).
The Clay Tablet – All Original Music – June 3rd
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Hosted by Johnny Markowski
Featuring Eugene Gardner, Michael Torres & TBA
Doors open at 6:00 pm.
Show begins at 7:00 p.m.
Cover charge is $15
Dead Night wit Be5D – June 4th
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Featuring Mark Diomede, Gianni Iacovino, Mike Coyne, Gabriel Mark Lipko & Jerry Horan
Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Show begins at 8:00 p.m.
Cover charge is $15
Brazilian Jazz with Maucha Adnet & Duduka Da Fonseca – June 5th
Friday, June 5, 2026
Featuring Helio Alves & Gili Lopes
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. & 8:45 p.m.
Show begins at 7:00 p.m. & 9:00 p.m.
Cover charge is $30.
Michael Wolf trio – June 6th
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Doors open and sign ups at 7:00 p.m.
Show begins at 8:00 p.m.
Cover Charge is $25
On the Big Screen
Masters of the Universe – Action
When Prince Adam was 10-years-old, he crashed to Earth in a spaceship and was separated from his magical Power Sword –the only link to his home on Eternia. After tracking it down almost two decades later, Prince Adam is whisked back across space to defend his home planet against the evil forces of Skeletor.
Scary Movie – Comedy
Twenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer (“Ghostface”), the Core Four are back in the killer’s crosshairs and no horror movie IP is safe.
Power Ballad – Comedy
When Rick, a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves – even if it means risking everything he cares about.
Trainspotting – Drama/Comedy
TRAINSPOTTING is a 1996 British black comedy film directed by Danny Boyle based on the novel of the same name by Irvine Welsh. The Academy Award nominated screenplay, by John Hodge, follows a group of heroin addicts in a late 1980s economically depressed area of Edinburgh and their passage through life.
Town Meetings
Orangetown – June 9th 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
Town Board Regular Meeting
More information at orangetown.com
26 Orangeburg Road
Orangeburg, NY 10962
Ramapo – June 10th, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
Town Board Regular Meeting
More information at ramapo.org
237 Route 59,
Suffern, NY 1090
Stony Point – June 9th, 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
Town Board Regular Meeting
More information at townofstonypoint.org
19 Club House Lane
Stony Point, NY 10980
Clarkstown – June 9th, 2026 @ 6:30 p.m.
Town Board Regular Meeting
More information at clarkstown.org
10 Maple Ave.
New City, NY 10956
Haverstraw – June 9th , 2026 @ 7:00 p.m.
Town Board Regular Meeting
More information at townofhaverstraw.org
1 Rosman Road
Garnerville, NY 10923
Streaming Favs
The Legend of Vox Machina – Action
on Prime Video
Vox Machina, a band of eight unlikely heroes, find themselves on a quest to save the realm of Exandria from dark magical forces.
Love Island | Season 8 – Reality
on Peacock
A group of single people move to a luxury villa in the hope of finding love and the summer of their life. Throughout the series, there are shock twists and surprise announcements that will test the relationships between the islanders.
Michael Jackson: The Verdict – Documentary
on Netflix
The three-part series revisits the 2005 criminal trial of singer Michael Jackson, examining the allegations, courtroom proceedings and public response that surrounded one of the most widely followed celebrity trials of the 21st century.
The NBA Finals – Sports
on ABC
See the New York Knicks play in their first NBA final since 1999. 6 games will be played June 3rd through June 16th.
Upcoming Events at Big Red Books
Big Red Books is a general interest bookstore. We aim to be at the center of the Nyack community in an enriching social and artistic environment, engaging in the lives of our local patrons and organizations by sharing our appreciation for books, art, learning and personal growth. Big Red Books provides a supportive space for local authors and artists to celebrate and promote their work. We host author readings, gallery openings, live music, poetry nights, book clubs, writing workshops, children’s story time, school visits and book fairs. Find a full list of events at bigredbooks.net. 120 Main Street Nyack, NY 10960
Story Time with Maxine Bernstein
Friday June 5th, 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Local children’s author Maxine Bernstein will read her book Dexter Saves the Day.
Fantasy Book Club
Sunday June 7th, 2026 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Join us at the shop for a discussion moderated by Marissa Krasny of Strange Animals by Jarod K. Anderson.
To participate in our meeting, you must purchase the novel at Big Red Books, and you will receive a 15% discount.
Everyone is welcome, whether you’ve finished the book or not.
Feel free to bring a snack or beverage.
RSVP at bigredbooksny@gmail.com to let us know you’ll be there.
Memoir vs Fiction: A Conversation About Genre
Wednesday June 10th from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
When writers draw from personal or lived experience, some choose memoir and others fiction. How does that choice shape their narrative? How does it affect the deeper narrative truth they are sharing? What difference does it make to the reader?
Join authors Daria Sommers and Jocelyn Jane Cox as they talk about their work and explore these questions.
Jewish Voices Series: Maira Kalman In Conversation with Ross Benjamin
Thursday June 11th from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Maira Kalman was born in Tel Aviv and moved to New York City with her family at the age of four. Maira has written/illustrated over 30 books for adults and children. She has been a frequent contributor to The New York Times and The New Yorker. She has created textiles for Isaac Mizrahi and Kate Spade and sets for Mark Morris.
Reading & Book Signing with author Amy Ferris
Thursday June 18th from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Amy Ferris is an author, a writer, a screenwriter, an editor and a playwright. Her memoir, Marrying George Clooney, Confessions From a Midlife Crisis (Seal Press) was adapted into an Off-Broadway play in 2012. Her memoir, Mighty Gorgeous – A Little Book About Messy Love, was published Fall 2023 (SheWritesPress). Her new book, Amy In Retrograde, will be published March 2026 by Glitterati Publishers.
Upcoming Events at Sparkle Bookstore
The Sparkle Bookstore, a new independent bookshop at 642 Main St., Sparkill, NY, 10976, hosts events throughout the year. They are a family-owned and operated independent bookstore dedicated to being a welcoming, inclusive space, with a sparkle of community flair. Sparkle Bookstore bring readers the best and most beloved of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, along with their own celebration of diverse books and stories centering wellness. Come on over and explore!
Saturday June 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Fantasy Book Club: The Library of Amorlin
Join authors Tee O’Fallon, Christina Treviño, and Emma Aiseman as they host this fantasy-themed, hands-on creative event for kids (ages 7+) and adults! Come dressed to paint and transform an ordinary wooden egg into a magical, bejeweled dragon egg. Eggs will take about 1 hour to create and dry — plan to spend some time exploring The Sparkle and neighboring shops in charming Sparkill, New York.
$10 per person, includes all supplies. You receive a coupon for $5 off purchases of $25 or more with your registration! Preregistration appreciated, but not required.
Create Your Own Dragon Egg!
Saturday June 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Join authors Tee O’Fallon, Christina Treviño, and Emma Aiseman as they host this fantasy-themed, hands-on creative event for kids (ages 7+) and adults! Come dressed to paint and transform an ordinary wooden egg into a magical, bejeweled dragon egg. Eggs will take about 1 hour to create and dry — plan to spend some time exploring The Sparkle and neighboring shops in charming Sparkill, New York.
$10 per person, includes all supplies. You receive a coupon for $5 off purchases of $25 or more with your registration! Preregistration appreciated, but not required.
One Game, One World: Wild World Cup Stories and the Making of a Graphic Novel
Sunday June 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Discover how soccer unites cultures across the globe through unforgettable World Cup moments, from a stolen trophy found by a dog to matches played during the Christmas Truce, where the game briefly transcended war and brought enemies together.
Chris will lead a trivia game drawn directly from his new book, Lionel Messi’s World Cup Triumph, bringing these stories to life.
We will also explore how Chris transformed these real events into a dynamic graphic novel.
When Chris Barish is not reading about sports or history, he’s writing about sports history. Much like the first person who ever put together the chocolate and the marshmallow, he realized that it was possible to combine his two favorite things to make an even cooler thing.
In addition to authoring graphic novels, Chris has also written award-winning campaigns for sports superstars like Aaron Judge, Joel Embiid, and Derrick Henry.
Chris currently lives in New York with his family, in a house filled with sports gear, books, instruments and lots of muddy boots.
Rockland Boulder’s Schedule
Wednesday, June 3rd
Away Game Against the Ottawa Titans
Thursday, June 4th
Away game against the Ottawa Titans
Friday, June 5th
Home Game Against the Down East Bird Dawgs
90’s Night
Teachers & School Workers Appreciation Night
Daily Special: Frosty Friday – featuring a Tap Takeover at the Beer Truck
Gates Open: 6pm / First Pitch: 7pm
Saturday, June 6th
Home Game against the Down East Bird Dawgs
Wizards Night
Scout Sleepover Night
Daily Special: Super Saturday – Pre-Game Live Music & Postgame Fireworks!
Gates Open: 4:30pm / First Pitch: 6:30pm
Sunday, June 7th
Home Game against the Down East Bird Dawgs
Capes & Crowns Day presented by Dave & Busters
Little League Night
Daily Special: Sunday Funday – Pre-Game Live Music from Rob’s School of Music & Postgame Kids Run the Bases, On-Field Player Autographs and On-Field Catch!
Gates Open: 12pm / First Pitch: 1pm
Tuesday, June 9th
Home Game against Quebec Capitales
Boulders Against Bullying presented by Montefiore Einstein
Gates Open: 9:30am / First Pitch: 10:30am
Wednesday, June 10th
Home Game against Quebec Capitales
Boulders Against Bullying presented by Montefiore Einstein
Gates Open: 9:30am / First Pitch: 10:30am
Thursday, June 11th
Home Game against Quebec Capitales
Boulders Against Bullying presented by Montefiore Einstein
Gates Open: 9:30am / First Pitch: 10:30am
Friday, June 12th
Away Game against Tri-City Valley Cats
Saturday, June 13th
Away Game against Tri-City Valley Cats
Sunday, June 14th
Home Game against Tri-City Valley Cats
Tuesday, June 16th
Home Game against Down East Bird Dawgs
Ugly Jersey Night
Wednesday, June 17th
Home Game against Down East Bird Dawgs
Strike Out Cancer Night
Daily Special: Weenie Wednesday
Gates Open: 6pm / First Pitch: 7pm
Farmer’s Markets in Rockland
Van Houten Farms
Long-running garden center & nursery with a wide variety of plants, trees & shrubs, plus supplies.
Open Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
68 Sickletown Rd, Orangeburg, NY 10962
“The SOUK” / Piermont Farmer’s Market
Year-round market featuring a variety of prepared foods and products from local vendors.
Open Sundays from 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
25 Flywheel Park, Piermont, NY 10968
Subzi Mandi Farmer’s Market
Casual supermarket offering spices, dry goods, frozen items, fresh fruit and vegetables.
Open every day from 9:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
33 NY-304, Nanuet, NY 10954
Pearl River Farm Market
Vendors gather weekly to sell local goods.
Open Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
58 E Central Ave, Pearl River, NY 10965
Nyack Farmer’s Market
Market featuring fresh produce and other products from local farms, plus cafes.
Open Thursdays from 8:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.
119 Main St, Nyack, NY 10960
Orchards of Concklin
Orchard known for a variety of apples to pick or buy along with baked treats
Open Tuesday – Sunday from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
2 S Mountain Rd, Pomona, NY 10970
Cropsey Community Farm
Sustainable agriculture practices while fostering education and community engagement.
Open Thursday – Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
220 S Little Tor Rd, New City, NY 10956
Auntie El’s Farm Market
Farmers’ market featuring vegetables, baked goods, and other food items.
Open every day from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
171 NY-17, Sloatsburg, NY 10974
Roasted shrimp and corn salad, a colorful prelude to summer
By Diane Rossen Worthington
Roasted shrimp and corn make this seafood salad especially fresh and flavorful. Start with raw, peeled, deveined shrimp and roast them with corn kernels until just cooked through; the shrimp stay juicy and the corn turns sweet and tender. These are a far cry from the overcooked rubbery shrimp you will find at the market.
Use any lettuce you like, cut into small pieces. Marinated artichoke hearts pair well with the shrimp. You could substitute hearts of palm for the artichoke hearts if you prefer. Finish with avocado, pistachios and tomato halves, toss with vinaigrette, and serve immediately. Try a chilled sauvignon blanc to accompany and some crisp, warm sourdough bread for a satisfying meal.
Lemon Mustard Vinaigrette
Makes about 3/4 cup
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste
1/2 cup good-quality mild extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as desired
1. Whisk mustard, vinegar, lemon juice, pepper and salt together until blended and smooth. Whisk in 1/2 cup of oil in a slow, steady stream until emulsified; add up to 1/4 cup more oil as desired. Taste for seasoning. Reserve.
Roasted Shrimp and Corn Salad
Serves 4 as main course or 6 as a first course
1 pound shrimp (12 to 15 count), peeled and deveined
Kernels from 1 ear corn (about 1/2 cup)
1 shallot, finely chopped
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Seasoning salt, to taste
To finish the salad:
8 cups chopped lettuce (romaine, baby gem, or spring greens)
1 (12-ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and diced
3 small tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup roasted pistachios
Lemon mustard vinaigrette
1. Heat the oven to 400 F. Arrange shrimp and corn on a parchment-lined sheet pan. In a small bowl, mix the remaining ingredients, pour over the shrimp and corn, and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer.
2. Roast for 8 to 9 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and opaque and corn is light brown. Do not overcook. Halve the shrimp, transfer shrimp and corn to a dish, cool, and refrigerate until serving.
3. Place the lettuce in a large salad bowl. Spoon the chilled shrimp and corn mixture over the greens in four sections.
4. Spoon the artichokes between the shrimp sections, creating eight sections total.
5. Arrange the tomato halves around the rim, scatter the avocado on top, and sprinkle the pistachios in the center.
6. Toss with vinaigrette and serve.
Patriotic Cello Show with Alex Prizgintas
America’s democracy is based upon the freedoms of speech and religion as part of its cornerstone. This program presents Patriotism, Praise, and Protest as part of the vital fabric that weaves our differences into our distinct strength. Key hymns, noble anthems of patriotism, and tunes of solidarity and resistance make this a worthy program celebrating our union. This unique sound, provided by Alex Prizgintas and his amplified cello, will be part of the Suffern Free Library on Sunday, June 7th at 2:00 PM (Please register on the library website). Classically trained, he employs non-classical tools like distortion, delay, and the iconic “wah-wah” guitar pedals symbolic of 1960s Rock n’ Roll bands–all in conjunction with a looping station. Equally comfortable with intimate and stadium settings, Alex can craft his own wall-of-sound through his 1,000-watt amp. Accompanied by a narration that reveals some of the back stories of baroque, jazz, folk, and Rock n’ Roll classics, he immerses his audience in a journey through musical history.
Those familiar with Alex’s work on the cello might be surprised to learn that he graduated summa cum laude with an undergraduate degree in regional history from Marist University and a graduate degree in public administration from Marist, in addition to serving as president of the Woodbury Historical Society and town historian of Woodbury in Orange County, NY. “I tend to have two audiences: those who know me as a cellist and those who know me through my lectures on topics of regional history. My bifurcated interests certainly keep me busy developing new stories to share about our Hudson River Valley as well as expanding my concert programs that strive to keep audiences engaged, enlightened, and hopefully entertained.” To learn more and see other video samples of his music and lectures, please visit alexprizgintas.com.
Rockland 2026 Solace Sunrise Walk/Run
Starting at 6:00 am, in the early hours of the morning, participants will walk or run together as the dawn breaks and sunlight emerges. Our Solace Sunrise Walk invites people from across the country to embark on a journey symbolic of the path many of our clients experience while attending our counseling services – making one’s way from a place of darkness and loneliness to a place of hope and healing.
This extraordinary event continues to bring the community together each year, as we move in solidarity, fighting the fight against suicide. Join them this summer, as they continue to break down the stigma and create awareness around suicide and mental health.
Walk or run with your community to reinforce the message, you are not alone. Walk or run with us to raise awareness and funds for free mental healthcare.
Together they will work towards a world without suicide.
Form a Solace Sunrise fundraising team today: https://donorbox.org/solace-sunrise-walk-2026-teamsfile/d/1YmoVwlTpRAEV5qA7-saQtbop4sxEPikP/view?usp=sharing
You can reach out to elle.cahir@solacehouseusa.org for any questions or assistance.
Circus Vazquez at the Palisades Center
Circus Vazquez (www.circusvazquez.com), which has presented quality family entertainment for more than 50 years, is bringing its all-new 2026 tour to the Palisades Center (1000 Palisades Center Dr.) in West Nyack, NY from May 29 – June 7. Tickets are on sale now.
The production blends time honored circus tradition with contemporary elements to create a vibrant entertainment experience for modern audiences. The international cast of circus superstars is led by one of the circus world’s most adored comedic performers, Chistirrin, the loveable clown from Mexico who endears himself to audiences with his playful antics. Winners of the Silver Clown Award, Duo Stauberti from the Czech Republic astound with their unique perch act combining acrobatics, strength and balance. Lorenzo Ringenbach and Sacha Cort from France and Switzerland amaze with an exciting display of precision diabolo juggling. You’ll be holding your breath watching Uzbekistan’s incredible Triple Breath team defy gravity on the highwire. Also hailing from Uzbekistan, Duo Sky presents a beautiful display of grace and strength with their aerial straps act. The incomparable Bingo Troupe from Ukraine showcases their varied skills in dance, acrobatics, hoops, and aerial artistry. Providing the soundtrack to the entire spectacle are the talented musicians of the live Circus Vazquez Band.
Visit Circus Vazquez and step into a world where unforgettable moments happen right before your eyes and lasting memories are made at every performance!
Tickets start at just $22.88 and are available now at www.CircusVazquez.com.
SHOW AND LOCATION INFO:
Show times are 7:00 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
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