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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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Chestnut Ridge Transportation Awarded EPA Grant To Help School Buses "Go Green" in Rockland County

Retrofitted Buses Will Save Energy, Money and the Environment   Spring Valley, NY, February 6, 2012.  Children in the East Ramapo and Ramapo Central School...

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Exhibition - Tom Friedman

from:Luhring Augustine

Friedman is known for his meticulously crafted sculptures and works on paper that inhabit the intersections between the ordinary and the monstrous, the infinitesimal and the...

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Performance - Rutherford and Son

from:Mint Theater Company

By Githa SowerbyDirected By Richard CorleyJohn Rutherford rules home and business with an iron fist, a tyrant who inspires fear in his workers and hatred in his grown children....

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Exhibition - Shirin Neshat

from:Gladstone Gallery

Gladstone Gallery is pleased to announce our fifth exhibition with Shirin Neshat. In her upcoming project, Neshat will present a new series of photographs and a video...

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Welcome Back to Dance and Drumming

Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts & Culture, Inc.No Class January 16, 2012 & February 20, 2012 Mondays:6:30-7:30p.m. West African Dance Class for Children 8-13...

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Chiku Awali Youth Advisory Council And Rites Of Passage Presents: ‘Snacks Are Colorful’ Project

Spring Valley, N.Y--- A healthy snack coloring book with recipes, presented by Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc., will be formerly introduced by the Chiku Awali...

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Exhibition - Rather Unique

from:Woodward Gallery

A Group Show Curated by Royce Bannon.New for 2012, Woodward Gallery invites Harlem-based street Artist Royce Bannon as their first-ever guest curator for an exhibition with rather...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Monsey, New York with AmericanTowns Monsey Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Rockland County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Monsey organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Monsey is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when you...

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Weekend Activities in and around Monsey

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Monsey area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts New York’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Monsey in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in New York  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent talk...

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Exhibition - Joel Sternfeld

from:Luhring Augustine

Luhring Augustine is pleased to present First Pictures by Joel Sternfeld. This exhibition is comprised of four distinct bodies of work made between 1971 and 1980, the majority of...

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An Invitation to our Monsey Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Monsey, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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Exhibition - Soto: Paris And Beyond, 1950–1970

from:Grey Art Gallery

Comprised of some 50 works, Soto: Paris and Beyond, 1950–1970 is the first largescale exhibition dedicated to this major Venezuelan artist to be held at a New York institution...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in New York

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a New York Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

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Exhibition - Make Art in Public

from:Children's Museum Of The Arts

The Children’s Museum of the Arts is proud to present the exhibition Make Art (In) Public, a survey of art in the public realm. As the inaugural show in CMA’s new, larger...

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Exhibition - Thomas Lyon Mills: The Catacombs

from:Luise Ross Gallery

Thomas Lyon Mills creates imagery on the boundary between visible and invisible worlds, where time is malleable and reality flexible. The resulting works on paper are meticulous...

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Almost Winter Get Away Fundraiser

from:Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc

Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts & Culture, Inc. Invites you to spend a day with us at the Sands Casino in PennsylvaniaDate:  Saturday, December 3, 2011Departing From: Bus...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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Monsey Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers market around the Monsey area

Monsey NY Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers markets around the Monsey area. We have the complete listings to help you find the best markets and organic produce...

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Monsey Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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The Power of a Single Vote - Monsey Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Monsey elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all politics...

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Mount Kisco Public Library November Artist of the Month Exhibit

Artist Bio: Marion Kucerak (November 2-November 29) Art Exhibit Opening Reception Saturday, November 5, 1:30-3:45pm Marion began painting at a young age. Her...

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Mount Kisco Public Library November Artist of the Month Exhibit

Artist Bio: Marion Kucerak (November 2-November 29) Art Exhibit Opening Reception Saturday, November 5, 1:30-3:45pm Marion began painting at a young age. Her...

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Rockland County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Rockland County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Rockland County New York area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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CT Resident Receives 'Pepsi Refresh' Grant to Benefit MDA Summer Camp in Spring Valley

James Lacerenza, a 24 year-old resident of Stamford, Conn., helps make a difference for children fighting neuromuscular disease with a grant from the Pepsi Refresh Project, which...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for New York NY

New York Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in New York. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Monsey and across the country. With...

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Find New York Corn Mazes - Get lost in a New York haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a New York corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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Sunsum Tsoobi: The Puppet Masks Of Africa

Chiku Awali’s 5th Annual African Mask Making Workshops! This year's workshop will continue to feature African puppet masks, which will be showcased at the 2011 African Dance...

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Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for New York NY

We have the best New York apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of New York. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms in...

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Back To Dance And Drumming - Fall 2011

from:Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc

FALL CLASS SCHEDULE 2011 MONDAYS: Classes Resume September 12, 20116:30-7:30p.m. West African Dance Class for Children 7-13 Beginners/Intermediate.6:30-7:15p.m. West African Dance...

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Chiku Awali Rites of Passage Class of 2012

from:Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc

The Rites of Passage program consist of cultural and educational workshops, an overnight trip, and rites of passage ceremonies.  Workshops are held once a month on Sundays...

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Back to School for Monsey - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Monsey! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

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Back to School for Spring Valley - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Spring Valley! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

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5.9 Earthquake felt in Monsey, centered in Virginia

A rare 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit northwest Virginia sending shock waves throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area that were felt as far north as New York City and...

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Yard Sale-Inside

from:Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc

Please join us for our "Yard Sale--Inside"  in the lobby of the Ramapo Cultural Arts Theater, 64 N Main Street, Spring Valley, NY, from 11:00am to 4:00pm. ...

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Summer Get Away Fundraiser

from:Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc

Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts & Culture, Inc. Invites you to spend the day with them at the Mt. Airy Casino Resort in the Poconos. Date:  Saturday, July 23,...

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Volunteers Needed for the Muscular Dystrophy Association Summer Camp

The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is seeking fun and enthusiastic male volunteer summer camp counselors from Saturday, August 20 to Friday, August 26, 2011 at...

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4th Annual Memorial Day Tournament

The Ramapo Valley Soccer Club Memorial Day Weekend Tournament returns in 2011 to the Town of Ramapo in the scenic Hudson Valley. Providing two wonderful venues, with all games on...

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The Chiku Awali AZA (Festival)

from:Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc

Come and enjoy a Sunday afternoon of drumming, dancing and shopping. Chiku Awali presents its first Aza, which is the Ewe word for Festival.   Workshops:  ...

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Make a difference in Monsey! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Monsey area and around the...

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Chiku Awali Rites of Passage

from:Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc

The Chiku Awali Rites of Passage for Young Men will return in October 2011.  To help parents decide if this is a program for their young man, Chiku Awali plans a series of...

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Vendors Wanted For The Chiku Awali Aza

from:Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts and Culture, Inc

Vendors are wanted for the first Chiku Awali Aza. Aza is the Ewe word for Festival.  Chiku Awali will offer African dance and drum workshops throughout the day.Date: Sunday,...

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9 days FREE Trip to Israel this summer

Tag tours will be taking woman of Rockland on a 9 day trip to Israel Free. contact saryshain@gmail.com or www.jwrp.org

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to Grow

Bev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns Home

On April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the...

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Real Estate Agents: Be the Local Expert for Monsey