Friends of Nyack Library Book Sale
Saturday, May 31, 10:00am – 4:00pm, and Sunday, June 1, 12:00 – 4:00pm, Nyack Library, 59 S Broadway, Nyack
The Friends of the Nyack Library are volunteers who love books and who appreciate the role of the library. In sharing our love of books and understanding the vital part the library plays in the community, our goal is to reach out in a variety of ways to enhance library services.
There will be an early bird hour on Saturday, May 31 beginning at 9:00am with a cost of $20.
Learn more here.
Tea and Music with Erik Lawrence
Sunday, June 1, 10:00 – 11:30am, Modern Druid, 60 S Broadway, Nyack
Acclaimed Grammy Award-winning musician Erik Lawrence returns to Modern Druid for another Tea and Music Meditation event, including a musically-guided flute meditation and tea service in the style of traditional Chinese Tea practice. $60.
Purchase tickets here.
Jazz Brunch to benefit Edward Hopper House Museum
Sunday, June 1, 11:30am, Marydell Faith & Life Center, 640 N Midland Ave, Upper Nyack
This year, the annual spring benefit is a Jazz Brunch and auction
NyackNewsandViews.com’s own Bill Batson has donated a palette artwork to raise money for the Hopper House.
Click this link to see my piece and all the other participants’ work in the auction and to buy tickets to the brunch.
Art in the Open: A Regional Artisans’ Fair
Sunday, June 1, 12:30 – 4:30pm, Catherine Konner Sculpture Park at RoCA, 27 S Greenbush Rd, West Nyack
Featuring original handcrafted goods including ceramics, hand-painted clothing, illustrations, jewelry, paintings, photographs, woodworking, cards, journals, candles, chocolates, and more.
Admission is free with live music and sculpture garden tours.
EcoTones @ River Hook Preserve
Sunday, June 1, 2:00pm, River Hook Preserve, 626 N Broadway, Upper Nyack
The Hudson Valley EcoTones Ensemble embeds throughout Upper Nyack’s River Hook Preserve in an innovative and enchanting live music performance, inviting audience members to embark on a musical walking journey through the preserve with jazz and classical chamber ensembles highlighting the wisdom offered by River Hook’s notable trees.
The Music Trail is followed by a sit-down large ensemble concert set at the preserve’s central Carriage House Stage by the world-class Hudson Valley EcoTones Ensemble alongside the Nyack vocal ensemble Collective Accord directed by Dru Pluhowski, the Nyack High School Chamber Orchestra directed by Tanya Chanphanitpornkit, and featured vocal soloists Ilana Davidson and Gino Sitson.
New compositions by cellist, composer & EcoTones director Jody Redhage Ferber with lyrics by poet Lily Greenberg will be premiered, as well as music and arrangements by Gino Sitson and Ben Kono. The Nyack High School art department directed by Danielle McDonald create hand-carved woodblock signs for each trailside stage, and Strawtown Studio collaborates for interactive trailside elements.
Tickets are PAY WHAT YOU WISH at artsrock.org.
Rising Stars Concert!
Sunday, June 1, 4:00 – 5:30pm (doors open at 3:40pm), The Angel Nyack 18 S Broadway Nyack
The Rising Stars Concert at The Angel Nyack is a night of incredible performances by the Rockland Symphony Orchestra with winners of the RCMTG concerto competition.
The program features Overture to Barber of Seville, Saint-Saens Piano Concerto No. 2, 3rd movement, Sibelius Violin Concerto 1st Movement, and Dvorak Symphony No. 9 “New World”. This in-person event promises to be a night to remember, filled with unforgettable music and amazing energy. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to discover the next big stars in the music industry.
Grab your tickets here.
21st Annual Community Cooking Fundraiser
Sunday, June 1, 5:00 – 7:00pm, Nyack Center, 58 Depew Ave, Nyack
This delicious fundraiser is. not just about food; it’s about coming together as a community to support a great cause. Your presence and participation helps raise funds for Nyack Center’s programs that make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Join over 50 dedicated community members as they cook up a storm for a good cause.
All proceeds go directly into the Nyack Center’s programs to assist children and families in our community. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children, $50 for families and event sponsorships are available.
For tickets and more information, click here.
NY-Rockland and Westchester Wear Orange Bridge Lighting
Friday, June 6, 6:30 – 9:00pm, Memorial Park, 51 Piermont Ave, Nyack
The Mario M. Cuomo Bridge will shine orange in honor of gun violence survivors and the families of those we’ve lost.
Gather for a powerful evening of community, reflection, and purpose.
Bring a picnic, lawn chairs, and blankets as we gather for a program and watch the bridge light up during Wear Orange Weekend.
Let’s stand together and demand a future free from gun violence.
Register here.
Nyack’s 15th Annual African American Day Parade and Festival
Saturday, June 7, 11:00am – 6:00pm (parade begins at noon – raindate: Saturday, June 14), Memorial Park, 51 Piermont Ave, Nyack
Parade Grand Marshalls are the Divine Nine, the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), a group of nine historically Black Greek-letter organizations. Fraternities: Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Phi Beta Sigma, Iota Phi Theta. Sororities: Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, Zeta Phi Beta, Sigma Gamma Rho.
Festival follows the parade in Memorial Park. Enjoy entertainment, vendors, food, and face painting
Rockland Pride Sunday
Sunday, June 8, 11:00am – 5:00pm (parade steps off at 11:15am), Downtown Nyack
Downtown Nyack will be full of Pride for this FREE, family-friendly event featuring music of David Budway and special guest performers, local drag artists, outdoor dining, shopping, and vendors!
FREE bounce house, face painting, and children’s activities offered at Nyack Center.
For more information about Pride Sunday or any of our Pride Month events, email us at pride@rocklandpridecenter.org or click here.
Rockland Pride Sunday
Sunday, June 8, 11:00am – 5:00pm (parade steps off at 11:15am), Downtown Nyack
Downtown Nyack will be full of Pride for this FREE, family-friendly event featuring music of David Budway and special guest performers, local drag artists, outdoor dining, shopping, and vendors!
Summer Pollinator, Bee Keeping and Honey Harvesting Tutorial
Sunday, June 8, 12:00pm, JCC Rockland, 450 W Nyack Rd, West Nyack
12:00pm – Free seed, cutting and plant swap and a tour of the JCC for interested guests.
1:00pm – Special Guest Speaker: John Foley, Owner of CRANNOG APIARY giving a tutorial presentation about bee keeping in our area.
2:30pm – Mingle: meet new and old friends, share your gardening tips and issues so we all have a more successful summer growing season. Plus, talk to our expert on perennials for pollinators with some ready to plant species for sale as well.
RSVP by Saturday, June 7- for seating (text Mikki at 845-548-5911)
(Fully Handicapped Accessible-large parking lot)
All Together Now Chorus
Sunday, June 8, 7:00 – 8:00pm, Living Christ Church, 151 South Broadway, Nyack
This rock, pop and contemproary chorale is under the direction of Olivia Lionetti.`
Free to the public!
Grow the Love: The 2nd Annual Benefit & Celebration for Projecto Faro
Thursday, June 12, 6:00 – 9:00pm, Marydell Faith & Life Center, 640 N Midland Ave, Upper Nyack
Support Projecto Faro’s community, work and growth. Celebrate the dedication of their volunteers and allies. Featuring the actress/comedian Amanda Seales as emcee and award winning author Nana Kwame Adjei-brenyah
Click here for tickets
Dogs and Fashion
Saturday, June 14, 4:00 – 6:00pm, N Broadway between Lydecker and High Aves, Nyack
Dogs and Fashion on Broadway show in Nyack, bringing together local businesses, dog owners, and the community, pets walking the runway in matching outfits, alongside models showcasing participating stores.
5 Dogs will be available for adoption.
For more information, click here.
No Kings Day
Saturday, June 14, noon, Route 59 and N Middletown Rd, Nanuet
NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption .
Check out indivisiblerockland for more information
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