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Weekly Rec: Dracula, Early Voting, Pre-election Sing-in and Celebration, Indian Food Festival, and More …

Our roundup of events this week includes a screening of Dracula, last days of early voting, a pre-election sing-in and celebration, an Indian food festival, and more!

Early Voting Ends Sunday at 5 p.m.

  • Friday, October 30, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
  • Saturday, October 31, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, November 1, 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

For early voting, you may vote at any early voting center. Click here for a list of early voting centers and more information. Sample ballots are available on the Polling Place Look-up.

Dracula: Immersive Special Screening

Friday, October 30, 6-9:30 p.m, preshow 6 p.m., film screening 8 p.m., The Angel Nyack, 18 S Broadway, Nyack

The 1931 film Dracula is a landmark horror classic starring Bela Lugosi in his iconic portrayal of Count Dracula. Based on the stage adaptation of Bram Stoker’s novel, the film follows the mysterious vampire as he travels from Transylvania to England, where he preys upon unsuspecting victims while spreading fear and supernatural terror. Its haunting atmosphere, memorable performances, and enduring influence helped define the vampire genre and established Universal Pictures as a powerhouse of classic horror.

Ben Model, organist and historian for The Library of Congress, will play The Angel Nyack’s Peragallo Pipe Organ live! Buy tickets here.

Upper Nyack Trick or Treat

Saturday, October 31, 4-8 p.m., Upper Nyack

The Village of Upper Nyack in conjunction with the Village of Nyack, will be closing some streets for the safety of trick or treaters from 4-8 p.m. View list of street closures and updates here.

NAMI Rockland 5k Run/walk For Mental Health

Sunday, November 1, 10 a.m., Rockland Lake State Park, 299 Rockland Lake Rd, Valley Cottage

Lace up your sneakers for a great cause! Join NAMI Rockland for its 5K Run/Walk for Mental Health at beautiful Rockland Lake State Park. Run or walk to raise mental health awareness, support families affected by mental illness, and help sustain NAMI Rockland’s vital community programs.

Take a step toward a healthier, more supportive community!

Registration: namirockland.org

Indian Food Festival

Sunday, November 1, 2-7 p.m., Nyack Center, 58 Depew Ave, Nyack

Celebrate the festival of lights and enjoy the sumptuous food, vibrant traditions and rich cultural heritage of India.

Delicious Indian food from different regions of India
Music & dance performances
Creative Art Activities
Indian textiles, jewelry & more

Click here for tickets.

We the People – Turn up & Turn Out!

Sunday, November 1, 3-7 p.m., Miraj, 173 Main St, Nyack

The Nyack & Spring Valley NAACP invites the community to its We the People: Turn Up & Turn Out the Vote Party, an afternoon celebrating civic engagement, community voices, and the importance of participating in our democracy.

Admission: Free. All are welcome!

Early voting reminder: Sunday is the final day to vote early! Registered Rockland County voters can cast their ballots at any of seven countywide early-voting centers, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Find locations through the Rockland County Board of Elections.

Pre-election Sing-In

Sunday, November 1, 5 p.m., The Angel Nyack, 18 S Broadway, Nyack

Everyone can sing, everyone can love, all welcome.
Rockland singing Resistance, free – donations accepted

The Sybils: Portraits by Marisol Diaz

Thursday, November 5, 6:30-8 p.m., Saffron Experiences, 14 S Broadway, Nyack

Discover The Sybils, an evocative new portrait exhibition by Nyack artist Marisol Diaz. Inspired by the ancient prophetesses, the exhibition brings together portraits of women whose faces and stories explore cultural memory, identity, and feminine expression. Join Marisol for an opening reception celebrating her vibrant, thought-provoking work and the stories behind the women she portrays.

Bill Batson’s Holiday Gift Pop-Up Market

Friday, November 6 -Thursday, December 24, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 2 S Broadway (next to Pickwick Books), Nyack

Open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: Grand Opening, Friday, November 6, 4 – 8 p.m. with refreshments & live music by Jim Donica on Bass and Steve La Mattina>

Bill Batson’s Holiday Pop-Up Gift Market returns for a third year with some of your favorite local small businesses including Bill Batson Arts, Deivi Handcrafters, Global Local Finds, Karen Close Ceramics, Marisol Lisa Medoff Design, Nick Duke Media, Rebecca’s Paradise, Sweetheart Vintage.

Rockland Fashion Week: The Fabric of Freedom

Friday, November 6, noon-5 p.m. (Fashion week continues on Saturday, November 7 – See below)

Fashion takes center stage as Rockland Fashion Week celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with The Fabric of Freedom! Enjoy an evening of runway glamour, local designers, and creative talent, with special guest Oliver Mair, Consul General of Jamaica.

Make a day of it! A special Nyack Fashion Week Pop-Up, noon-5 p.m., will spotlight local fashion and shopping, featuring Hope Wade Designs, Honor & Blume, Gina Lisa, Nyack Opitcal, Hudson Spectacles, Michelle & Mos, Long Path Outfitters, Bill Batson’s Holiday Gift Pop-Up with additional shops to be confirmed.

The Passion of Joan of Arc

Friday, November 6, doors open 7 p.m., film starts 7:30 p.m., GARNER Arts Center, 55 W Railroad Ave, Garnerville

Join GARNER Arts Center and Rivertown Film for a special screening of The Passion of Joan of Arc featuring live, original music by Order of the Illusive.

Formed in 2012, Order of the Illusive creates live, improvised experimental scores for silent film, performing regularly throughout NYC, upstate New York, and the New England area. Their unconventional instrumentation and eclectic musical influences let them roam across a rich range of sonic and musical territory, crafting immersive sound and visual experiences that draw audiences into worlds where music and image become one.

Bradford Reed on the pencilina (an instrument of his own design) , drums and electronics and drums, Zach Layton on 17 string bass and electronics.

Beverages and popcorn available for purchase. Tickets may be purchased here.

Maureen’s Jazz Cellar Presents Hubert Laws

Friday, November 6, 8-10 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m., The Angel Nyack, 18 S Broadway, Nyack

A benefit for Maureen’s Community MainStage, featuring David Budway, Jeff Grubbs, Adam Cruz, and Julia Furlan

Hubert Laws is an American flutist and composer whose six-decade career bridges jazz, classical, pop, and R&B. Lauded for his virtuosity in both orchestral and improvisational settings, he led landmark CTI albums like The Rite of Spring and Afro-Classic, collaborated with icons like Herbie Hancock, Paul McCartney, Chick Corea, and Stevie Wonder, and earned three Grammy nominations. A 2011 NEA Jazz Master, he remains a defining voice in jazz flute. Premium seating includes a seat closet to the stage and access to an intimate meet-and-greet reception with Mr. Laws. Tickets and more information here.

Nyack Second Hand Shop Hop

Saturday, November 7, 11-5 p.m., Historic Downtown Nyack

Vintage treasures, fabulous finds, and sustainable style! Explore Nyack’s unique secondhand clothing shops during a day of bargain hunting through the historic riverfront village. Enjoy exclusive shopping offers, food and beverage discounts, and a chance to win a raffle prize valued at over $200!

Admission Free: Special offers at participating shops.

Follow @NyackVintage on Instagram for details. Give great clothes a second life while supporting Nyack’s independent businesses!

Rockland Fashion Week

Saturday, November 7, 5:30-8:30 p.m (VIP cocktail hour is 4-5 p.m.), first floor of the Palisades Center (in front of H&M). 1000 Palisades Center Dr, West Nyack

Celebrate the red, white, and blue, the fabric of freedom, at a night of fun and fashion for all ages. Bring a friend and enjoy VIP seating with special privileges, including a gift bag, priority front row seating, and an exclusive cocktail hour prior to the show. Dress to show your style and be a fashionista.

Produced by Hope Wade Designs and Palisades Center. Tickets here.

Cookies & Sprinkles: Rising Above Bakery’s Annual Fundraiser

Sunday, November 8, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Fire & Oak, 100 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Montvale, NJ

Join Rising Above Bakery for Cookies & Sprinkles, an annual fundraiser celebrating community, cookies, and the joy of baking together! Discover Baked Side by Side, a little book of cookies featuring recipes and stories from the Rising Above Bakery community. Come enjoy a sweet afternoon while supporting a wonderful mission and the people who make it special.

Whole Hog Butcher Demo

Sunday, November 8, 12 noon, Louie’s Next Door, 19 N Broadway, Nyack

Ever wondered how a whole animal becomes the cuts you see at the butcher counter? Join Chefs Tony and Eamon at Louie’s Next Door for an entertaining demonstration as they break down a whole pig. Enjoy snacks and a drink or two while discovering the craft of butchery, then purchase fresh cuts of pork straight from the butcher table! Last spring’s demonstration was a hit, and this one promises to be just as much fun.

A delicious opportunity to learn where your food comes from, directly from the chefs who know it best!

Tickets required, purchase here.

Silk Painting with Marisol

Thursday, November 12, 6:30-8 p.m., Nyack Pop, 6 S Broadway, Nyack

Unleash your creativity with local artist Marisol Diaz at a hands-on silk painting workshop presented by Saffron Trading Company. Choose from eight beautiful designs and create your own 8-inch silk masterpiece to take home. No experience necessary, and all materials are provided!

Cost: $55 per person, including materials and complimentary refreshments.

Reservations required. Come for the creativity, leave with a work of art!

Nyack High School Presents: CLUE!

Friday, November 13, 7:30 p.m., Nyack High School, 360 Christian Herald Rd, Nyack

Murder, mystery, and mayhem take the stage as the Nyack High School Drama Club presents Clue! Based on the classic whodunit, this hilarious theatrical production brings together colorful suspects, outrageous secrets, and plenty of unexpected twists. Who did it, where, and with what weapon? There’s only one way to find out!




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