What’s going on in Rockland County from Thursday, June 4th  – Wednesday, June 10th

Email gillian@rocklandcountytimes.com with events!

Orangetown

PEARL RIVER: Naurashaun Presbyterian Church, A Spring Concert

June 6th

Join the Jameson Concert Series for a unique variety of piano, opera, and musical theater, selections. If you’re unable to attend in person, you can still enjoy the performance through our live stream online option through the website.

This concert, presented as part of the Jameson Concert Series, is made possible through a gift from the Dreams Foundation. This afternoon’s program showcases a vibrant array of performances by distinguished singers and pianists. Included will be a special selection dedicated to commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States, highlighting works that celebrate the nation’s history, spirit, and cultural heritage.

This event will take place Saturday, June 6th from  3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. For more information visit eventbrite.com/e/jameson-concert-series-spring-concert-tickets-1986988558266?aff=oddtdtcreator. 51 Sickletown Road, Pearl River, NY 10965

NYACK: Downtown Nyack, Rockland Pride Festival

June 14th

CELEBRATE LOUD & PROUD!  Join us for Rockland Pride Sunday 2026! June 14. 11AM-5PM.  Parade kick-off at 11:15AM!  Downtown Nyack will be full of Pride for this annual family-friendly event! Don’t miss this annual event celebrating equality, inclusion, diversity and community!  Featuring the music of David Budway and special guest performers! Enjoy local drag artists as well as outdoor dining, shopping, vendors, kids’ activities and MORE!

This event takes place on June 14th from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Downtown Nyack, 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: Unwelcome Guests

June 13th

Rockland Center for the Arts and Emotions Physical Theater present, “Unwelcome Guests.” June 13 & 14. 7PM. In Unwelcome Guests, choreographer Shawn Rawls cracks open the emotional core of growing up as the dark-skinned stepchild in a light-skinned family. Using contemporary dance, physical theatre, and storytelling grounded in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Rawls explores the parts of ourselves we’ve been told to silence.  Tickets on sale! For more information visit https://rocklandartcenter.org/ 27 South Greenbush Road, West Nyack, New York

NANUET: Global Rhythms World Cup Block Party in Nanuet

July 19th

Don’t miss the “Global Rhythms World Cup Block Party in Nanuet!”  Sunday, July 19, 2026.10AM-6PM. Main Street to Prospect Street.  Join us for an exciting day featuring live World Cup soccer match screenings, soccer skills from soccer clubs, indoor/outdoor dining, live music, kids’ activities, and MORE! Fun for the whole family! Whether you come for the soccer, the eats, or the atmosphere, celebrate World Cup action in Nanuet!

For information on becoming a vendor at the Global Rhythms World Cup Block Party in Nanuet,please contact the Nanuet Chamber of Commerce at (845) 393-1954 or send an email to info@nanuetchamber.com.

This event will take place July 19th from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Main Street, Nanuet, NY 10954

WEST NYACK: Levity Live, Juneteenth Live – Hosted by Young Tef

June 18th

Chris Envy is an artist who brings a unique blend of emotion and edge to his music. His latest EP, Springbr3ak Vol 1, has garnered attention from major outlets, being featured on Source Magazine and Sheen Magazine. His single “Time Machine” earned a special write-up in Floss Magazine. With performances at festivals in Harlem and Philly, Chris continues to expand his reach and connect with fans. As a model, he’s also collaborated with HipHop Closet, who will be sponsoring his looks for upcoming events. Chris Envy’s sound and style reflect a raw, passionate take on love, life, and relationships.

This event will take place June 18th at 7:30 p.m.  For more information visit https://levitylive.com/comic/leanne+morgan/ Levity Live, 4210 Palisades Center Drive, West Nyack, NY 10994

 

Haverstraw

HAVERSTRAW: Juneteenth Celebration: Rhythms of  Freedom June 19th-20th

Don’t miss the 11th annual Haverstraw JUNETEENTH Celebration! June 19-20, 2026.  Join us for a weekend of events celebrating Juneteenth including the annual African American Flag-Raising Ceremony on Friday, June 19 and the Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20th at Memorial Park! Featuring a parade, music, food, vendors, performers, storytelling, Kids Zone, and MORE!   Learn about the important contributions of African Americans from Haverstraw! FREE event! Fun for the whole family! Learn more at https://www.thehaac.com/juneteenth

This event will take place on June 19th and 20th.  For more information, visit https://www.thehaac.com. 41 Clinton Street Haverstraw, NY 10927

 

Stony Point

TOMPKINS COVE: Bear Mountain Inn, Fridays @ Five Returns!

June 19th

“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 19th 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,  Little Artists: Pool Noodle Painting

June 16th

An open-ended, no-rules approach to PreK art.  Kids create what they want using a variety of materials while exploring different textures and building fine motor skills.  Dress for mess!  Sign up per session.

Registration is required for this event. This event will take place June 16th from 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Learn more at southorangetownlibraries.com or call 845-359-3877 for assistance. 93 Main St., Tappan, NY 10983

NYACK: Nyack Library, Movie Matinee: Do The Right Thing (1989)

June 17th

On the hottest day of the year on a street in the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, everyone’s hate and bigotry smolders and builds until it explodes into violence. Rated R.

This event will take place June 17th from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 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, Digital Art Club with Dalia – 3rd-6th grade

June 15th, 22nd, 29th

Art meets tech in this fun, creative program. Use Apple Pencils and the Procreate app to explore endless artistic possibilities!

This event will take place on June 15th, 22nd, and 29th from 4:15 p.m. – 5:15 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, Book Club: Japanese Gothic

June 16th

Join our book club!  This month we’re reading Japanese Gothic by Kylie Lee Baker.  Copies will be available at the circulation desk, or borrow an e-audiobook from Libby.

In this lyrical, wildly inventive horror novel interwoven with Japanese mythology, two people living centuries apart discover a door between their worlds.

October, 2026: Lee Turner doesn’t remember how or why he killed his college roommate. The details are blurred and bloody. All he knows is he has to flee New York and go to the one place that might offer refuge—his father’s new home in Japan, a house hidden by sword ferns and wild ginger. But something is terribly wrong with the house: no animals will come near it, the bedroom window isn’t always a window, and a woman with a sword appears in the yard when night falls.

October, 1877: Sen is a young samurai in exile, hiding from the imperial soldiers in a house behind the sword ferns. A monster came home from war wearing her father’s face, but Sen would do anything to please him, even turn her sword on her own mother. She knows the soldiers will soon slaughter her whole family when she sees a terrible omen: a young foreign man who appears outside her window.

One of these people is a ghost, and one of these stories is a lie.

Something is hiding beneath the house of sword ferns, and Lee and Sen will soon wish they never unburied it.

Registration is required for this event. This event will take place June 16th from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Learn more at palisadeslibrary.org or call (845) 359-0136 for more information. 19 Closter Road, Palisades, NY 10964

ORANGEBURG: Orangeburg Library, Father’s Day Craft – Grades k-2

June 15th

Come to the library to make a special Father’s Day craft for Dad! This program is for Grades K-2 only. Registration will close on June 10, 2026 @ 12:00pm.

This event will take place June 15th at Orangeburg Library from 4:30 p.m. – 5:15 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, Catherine “Caty”Greene: Eyewitness to the Revolution

June 16th

Celebrate America’s 250th! Carol Simon Levin portrays Catharine “Caty” Greene, the indomitable wife of Nathanael Greene, one of George Washington’s most valued officers. Known as a witty raconteur, she enlivened the spirits of officers and troops alike as the war ranged from New Jersey to South Carolina, famously dancing for 3 hours straight with George Washington. Her pluck and spirit carried her through victories and tragedies not only during the war, but throughout a remarkable life of resilience and reinvention. Presented at Suffern Free Library by Carol Simon Levin.

This event will take place June 16th  from 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 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, Pokemon Club

June 16th

Join the Official Pokémon Club and enjoy exclusive Club activities! Learn how to play the official trading card game with other club members. We will start by mastering Pokémon Battle Academy then move on to Raid Battles and Poké Catch and Alternative Play games. Win exclusive Club prizes too! For ages 5-15.

This event will take place on June 1st from 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 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, Quilting Circle

June 17th

Come and Quilt! Registration is required for this event.

Registration will close on June 17, 2026 @ 10:30am.

This event will take place on June 17th from 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 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, Ribbon Rosettes

June 15th

Join us to create a pair of resin earrings (or 2 pendants). We will have different colors to play with, as well as metallic leaf foils and some glitters. You can also choose to bring small trinkets, sequins or dried flowers if you want to embed them…

Registration is required online. If you require assistance registering, call 845-786-2100, ext. 11.  If you cannot make it, please cancel at your earliest convenience.

This event will take place June 15th from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 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

 

“Hearts of Gold” Dinner Honoring Volunteers and Staff of Rockland Parishes

On Wednesday, June 17th Catholic Charities Community Services of

Rockland (CCCSR) will host their annual dinner titled “Hearts of Gold.” The event will take place at Town  Country at 922 Route 9W in Congers. CCCSR will recognize volunteers and staff from the 14 parishes in Rockland County. The honorees are nominated by their respective Pastors for their dedication and commitment to their own parish ministry.

“It is thrilling to recognize parishioners and staff that are serving our community with generous hearts,” stated Stephen Papas, Executive Director of Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland, which assists Rocklanders with food insecurity and housing issues for those facing eviction.

The evening will start with a social hour at 6:00pm and proceed with dinner from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Tickets are available for purchase for $125 each. Corporate and organizational sponsorship and journal advertising opportunities are also available by contacting LuAnn Kelley at 845.942.5791, ext. 1012 or LuAnn.Kelley@ccrockland.org For more information, visit: https://www.ccrockland.org/hearts-of-gold-gala/ Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland is an affiliate of the Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York and is a not-for-profit 501c3 social service agency established in 1996 by the Catholic parishes of Rockland County. Through compassionate and professional case management, Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland assists individuals and families of all ages, from every race, and ethnic group from throughout Rockland County regardless of their religious affiliation.

Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland is an affiliate of the Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York and is a not-for-profit 501c3 social service agency established in 1996 by the Catholic parishes of Rockland County. Through compassionate and professional case management, Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland assists individuals and families of all ages, from every race, and ethnic group from throughout Rockland County regardless of their religious affiliation.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Spotlight on Rockland

The Heart Sellers

A play by Lloyd Suh

Penguin Rep Theatre

Running  July 9th – July 26th

Step back to 1973 – Soul Train, Watergate, Disney World – when two recent newcomers meet by chance in the supermarket just before Thanksgiving. While their medical-resident husbands work through the night, the young women share stories about their new lives … and how to cook a frozen turkey. Filled with heart and humor, this “laugh-aloud love letter to friendship” (Broadway World) explores what it takes to make a new home.

Next Scene NY is the first theatre company in Rockland County founded and fully led by teens. Established in 2025 by Roy Pan as a high school freshman, the company gives young artists the opportunity to create, direct, and perform professional-level productions while running every aspect of the organization, from artistic direction to stage management and production.

The teens are getting ready for the opening of “Mean Girls the Musical” this June 5th and 6th. Featuring talented high school students from across Rockland County, this high-energy production is full of heart, humor, and unforgettable performances. Come support our local youth and enjoy a night of music, laughter, and community?it?s going to be totally fetch!

Join them Friday, June 6th, and Saturday, June 7th, at Riverview High School (the BOCES building) in Nyack, NY. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes early for parking and seating, as parking is limited and early birds will have the best experience.

Additionally, tickets will be sold at the door, 1 hour before each performance.

Come enjoy a fantastic night of theater, support our incredible youth, and give back to programs that make a real impact in our community.

This event will take place June 5th and 6th at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit https://nextsceneny.org. 131 N Midland Ave, Nyack, NY 10960

Go to penguinrep.org or call (845) 786-2873 for more information.

7 Cricketown Road, Stony Point, NY 10980

 

Tony n Tina’s Wedding

Conceived by Nancy Cassano

Directed by Peter Garruba

Antrim Playhouse

Running June 19th- June 29th

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding centers on Tony Nunzio and Tina Vitale, a couple getting married. The audience experiences the drama, romance, and misunderstandings between the families, and can engage directly with characters, congratulating them, sharing stories, or dancing with them. Your ticket includes admission to both the wedding ceremony and reception, featuring bruschetta, Italian bread, seasonal salad, pasta, meatballs, and wedding cake. This event is not recommended for guests under 18 years of age. 1980s attire is suggested but not required.

Go to antrimplayhouse. com or call  (845) 533-5616 for more information.

32 Old Tappan Rd, Tappan, NY 10983

 

First-ever Teen Directed Production in Rockland

Next Scene NY is the first theatre company in Rockland County founded and fully led by teens. Established in 2025 by Roy Pan as a high school freshman, the company gives young artists the opportunity to create, direct, and perform professional-level productions while running every aspect of the organization, from artistic direction to stage management and production.

The teens are getting ready for the opening of “Mean Girls the Musical” this June 5th and 6th. Featuring talented high school students from across Rockland County, this high-energy production is full of heart, humor, and unforgettable performances. Come support our local youth and enjoy a night of music, laughter, and community?it?s going to be totally fetch!

Join them Friday, June 6th, and Saturday, June 7th, at Riverview High School (the BOCES building) in Nyack, NY. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes early for parking and seating, as parking is limited and early birds will have the best experience.

Additionally, tickets will be sold at the door, 1 hour before each performance.

Come enjoy a fantastic night of theater, support our incredible youth, and give back to programs that make a real impact in our community.

This event will take place June 5th and 6th at 7:30 p.m. For more information, visit https://nextsceneny.org. 131 N Midland Ave, Nyack, NY 10960

 

Maureen’s Jazz Cellar

Dead Night With Trouble Junction – June 11th

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Featuring Todd Weiss, Steve Bernstein, Mike Manuele, Jon Siliato, Larry Vedilago

Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Show begins at 8:00 p.m.

Cover charge is $15

Peter Louis Octet – June  12th

Friday, June 12, 2026

Featuring Fred Maxwell, Oscar Feldman, Michael Webster, Matt McDonald, Peter Heilbroner, Nanae Atarashi, Arturo Guevarra & John Marino

Doors open at 6:00 pm.

Show begins at 7:00 p.m.

Cover charge is $15

Piano Recital – Students of Pamela Bruce –  June  13th

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Doors open at 1:30 p.m.

Show begins at 2:00 p.m.

Cover charge is $12

Martin Pizzarelli Trio (MP3) – June 13th

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Featuring Bob Albanese & Charles Descarfino

Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Show begins at 8:00 p.m.

Cover charge is $25.

Late Night Piano Bar with The Budman –  June  13th

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Doors open at 9:45 p.m.

Show begins at 10:00 p.m.

No Cover Charge

 

On the Big Screen

Disclosure Day – Sci-Fi

If you found out we weren’t alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you? This summer, the truth belongs to seven billion people. We are coming close to … DISCLOSURE DAY. Universal Pictures is proud to release a new original event film created and directed by Steven Spielberg.

Stop! That! Train! – Action

STOP! THAT! TRAIN! follows best friends Tess and DeeDee, train stewardesses who trade their dreary shifts on the Stank Rail for the glitzy Glamazonian Express. When a catastrophic “Stormaganza” threatens to derail the high-speed train, the duo in coach must join forces with the snobby first class attendants and President Gagwell to save the day in this wild ride of camp and comedy.

The Furious – Action

After the daughter of Wang Wei is kidnapped by a criminal network and he receives no help from the corrupt police, Wei sets out on a rampage to find her himself. His only ally is Navin (Joe Taslim) — a relentless journalist whose wife has mysteriously disappeared.

The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act –  Family

The viral internet sensation “The Amazing Digital Circus” comes to its long-awaited conclusion in a feature-length theatrical release! This “Last Act” combines episode 8 with the all new, hour long episode 9 for fans to see before anyone else in the world.

 

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

My Adventures with Superman – Action

on Adult Swim

Clark Kent builds his secret Superman identity and embraces his role as the hero of Metropolis, while sharing adventures and falling in love with Lois Lane, a star investigative journalist, who also takes Jimmy Olsen under her wing.

I Am Frankelda – Family

on Netflix

Frankelda, a determined 19th-century Mexican writer, journeys into her subconscious to face the monsters she’s written about. Guided by a tormented prince, she must restore the balance between fiction and reality before it’s too late.

Viral Hit – Anime/Action

on Netflix

After following some advice from a mysterious NewTube channel, Hobin is soon knocking out guys stronger than him and raking in more money than he could have ever dreamed of. Will Hobin be able to keep this up?

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

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.

Open Mic with Featured Poet Wally Glickman

Wednesday June 24th from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Wally Glickman has been writing poems for many years now. Favorite subjects include love, nature, community… Lately, the craziness of the times we are living through has been so all consuming, that he has been writing, mostly, about that craziness. ******Sign-ups for open mic begin at 6pm******

Writing Playshop for Children 8-12

Wednesday July 1st from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Jump into summer with a collaborative playwriting class for Middle-graders (3rd-6th). Teacher Victoria Oltarsh, sci-fi author of the award-winning book, The Boy and the Secret of the Stars, published lyricist, and lifelong playwriting and theater teacher will guide the young writers in how to write a 10-minute play or map out and begin writing a chapter book, define characters, and plot points. At session’s end, there will be a table read of the students’ plays in a showcase for family and friends. Class schedule: July 1, 8, 15 & 22 Time: 4:30-5:30pm Register by phone, 845-875-7707, or stop by the shop.

 

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!

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.

Something’s Up With Dad: Meet & Greet and Signing with Nitsan Tal

Saturday June 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Nitsan’s father Saul was brilliant and adventurous. He could talk to anyone about anything and seemed to have a bright future. Then came the hospitalizations. The disappearances. . . . Nitsan and her sister grew up with a front-row seats to their father’s struggle with the disease tearing their family apart. Told with unflinching honesty, Something’s Up with Dad is a gripping memoir about the impossible reality of bipolar disorder and the toll it takes on the people who long to help their loved ones through it. Nitsan Tal is a veterinarian, photographer, and film director. She grew up in Israel on a kibbutz and later moved to the United States. While practicing as a veterinarian in New York, she began taking classes in photography—a hobby she had enjoyed since her teens. One thing led to another, and in 2013, she directed her first documentary film: It Takes Balls. She has since directed three more documentaries. Something’s Up with Dad is her first book. Books will be for sale at the event.

 

Rockland Boulder’s Schedule

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

Thursday, June 18th

Home Game against Down East Bird Dogs

Gates Open: 6pm / First Pitch: 7pm

Firefighter Appreciation Night presented by Veolia

Daily Special: $4 Craft Beers, $2 Domestic Beers, $1 Bud/BudLight in the Bridge Bar

Friday, June 19th

Home Game against Trois Rivieres Aigles

Gates Open: 6pm / First Pitch: 7pm

World Cup Night

Daily Special: Frosty Friday – featuring a Tap Takeover at the Beer Truck

Saturday, June 20th

Home Game against Trois Rivieres Aigles

Gates Open: 4:30pm / First Pitch: 6:30pm

Beach Bash

Daily Special: Super Saturday – Pre-Game Live Music & Postgame Fireworks!

Tuesday, June 23rd

Away Game against  Tri-City Valley Cats

Wednesday, Junr 24th

Away Game against  Tri-City Valley Cats

Thursday, June 25th

Away Game against  Tri-City Valley Cats

Friday, June 26th

Away Game at Quebec Capitales

Saturday, June 27th

Away Game at Quebec Capitales

Sunday, June 28th

Away Game at Quebec Capitales

 

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

 

Enjoy a taste of summer in one bite

By Diane Rossen Worthington

Kids and adults love these savory cakes that include shredded zucchini and corn kernels — two vegetables that taste like summer in one bite. Here are a few tips to make this dish a big success:

Select firm zucchini (if you want you can use yellow squash).

Make sure to salt the zucchini to remove all the excess water.

Change up the herbs with rosemary, oregano, mint or whatever you prefer.

Make sure the batter is thick and well mixed.

Use a large tablespoon if you don’t have 1/3 cup measuring cup.

Use a nonstick or cast-iron large pan for best results.

You can serve these all by themselves or topped with myriad sauces. Tzaziki, romesco, pesto or tomato-red pepper sauce are just a few ideas to consider. You also can make these four hours ahead, place on paper towels and then reheat at 325 F in an air fryer for about 8 to 10 minutes. Making these ahead will be helpful so there is no last-minute cooking, and they go nicely with any simple entree.

Zucchini Corn Cakes

Makes about 6 cakes

2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound)

Salt

1/2 cup corn kernels, (about 1 ear corn stripped)

3 tablespoons finely sliced chives

3 tablespoons finely chopped basil

2 large eggs

2 medium garlic cloves, minced

1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan-Reggiano

Zest of 1 lemon

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

2 tablespoons mild olive oil

1. Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater or food processor fitted with the shredding disk. Transfer to a colander in the sink and sprinkle about a teaspoon of salt over the zucchini and mix to evenly coat. Let sit in the sink for 20 to 30 minutes. Wrap the zucchini in cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel and squeeze to remove all the excess liquid over the sink. Set aside.

2. Combine the corn, chives, basil, eggs, cheese, zest, salt and pepper, flour and baking powder in a medium bowl and whisk together until nicely blended. Add the reserved zucchini to the mixture and stir with a fork until the shredded zucchini is evenly mixed together.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, drop 1/3-cup portions of batter into the pan, leaving space between the cakes. Cook three cakes at a time, then repeat with the remaining oil and batter. Cook for about 3 minutes on the first side and 2 minutes on the second, watching carefully so they do not burn.

4. Reduce the heat if they brown too quickly. Transfer the cooked cakes to paper towels to drain, and serve immediately.

 

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.

 

Join the American Red Cross Disaster Action Team!

Volunteers constitute about 90 percent of the American Red Cross workforce. Volunteers make it possible to respond to an average of 60,000 disasters every year, most of them home and apartment fires. Find out about the needs in your area by searching for current volunteer opportunities.

Help people displaced by fires and other disasters. Recriotomg fpr Duty Officers and Recovery Caseworkers as well.

Vitrual information sessions are avalible on the following dates:

Sat, June 27, 10-10:30 am.

Wed, July 8, 6:30-7pm

Thurs, Aug 6, 6:30-7p,

To refister for an info session, scan this QR code with your phone camera or contact marydavis6@redcross.org.

 

2026 ACOR Arts Awards

Join The Arts Council of Rockland (ACOR) in honoring the artists who make Rockland shine at the ACOR 2026 Arts Awards – Building Bridges Through the Arts on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, from 6:30 – 9:30 PM at The Calico | GARNER Historic District. This vibrant evening will honor the visionaries whose creativity connects our community, sparks meaningful dialogue, and enriches Rockland through the power of the arts.

-Arts Leadership Award: Susan Wilmink

-Charlotte Mouquin Rising Star Award: Marie Medjine Antoine

-Literary Artist Award: Juan Pablo Mobili

-Music Artist Award: Jody Redhage Ferber

-Performing Artist Award: Brady Amoonclark

-Visual Artist Award: Janet Pirozzi Riolo

Guests will enjoy an inspiring and festive night featuring:

Award presentations honoring our distinguished awardees and their outstanding contributions to the arts

Live performances, exhibitions, and remarks by awardees, offering a dynamic showcase of their talent and creative voices

A collaborative community art installation, inviting guests to participate in building bridges through shared creativity

Delicious hors d’oeuvres, dessert buffet, and a cash bar, adding to the warm, celebratory atmosphere

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Rockland’s vibrant arts community while supporting ACOR’s programs and the artists who inspire, connect, and transform our community through their work.

This event will take place June 10th from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at The Calico GARNER Historic District. General admission is $75. For more information visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-acor-arts-awards. 55 W Railroad Ave, Garnerville, NY 10923

 

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.

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