For many American soldiers who served during World War II, Camp Shanks in Orangeburg was the last piece of American soil they stepped foot on before setting out to liberate Europe. Camp Shanks opened in 1942 and was the largest WWII embarkation camp on America’s East Coast for soldiers heading for the front lines in […]
Are you looking for a creative arts experience for your child this summer? Want to learn more about Camp RoCA? Join us for one of our Camp Open Houses: Sundays March 8, April 5 or May 3 from 1 – 4 p.m. at RoCA. Feel free to come at any time during those hours. Meet […]
BY GEORGE HOEHMANN Summer is in full swing in Clarkstown. We pride ourselves in offering a wide variety of quality programs and events that are great for residents of all ages and family friendly. From concerts, to camps, to special events, pools, and more, we offer it all. First, let’s cover the ways we can […]
By County Executive Ed Day Here we are at the end of August, when many people are trying to enjoy the last days of summer by heading to the Jersey Shore, Lake George or wherever your family’s favored vacation spot might be found. While you might be hitting the road, other people are making tracks […]
Every Sunday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. across the street from Haverstraw Village Hall, you will notice a small farmers market. This Sunday, the market promoted the local children’s reading group and fresh produce from the Perez Farm. Javier Perez started his farm 10 years ago in Goshen, NY with his wife and […]
By Supervisor George Hoehmann “If music be the food of love, play on,” Orsino says in Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” It has been a long-standing tradition to keep Clarkstown’s music lovers well fed during the summer months, and this year is no different. I recall packing the kids into the car many summer evenings over at […]