Progress Report with Swim Like a Fish

Posted on October 16, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Classes, Classes for Kids, Main Page, Uncategorized .

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post. All opinions expressed are my own.

By: Ashley

This summer we took full advantage of the convenience of having swim lessons at home. I found the boys were more comfortable in their own space, which I truly believe contributed to their growth as swimmers over the past few months.

As a Mom of 3, I am always looking for ways to make life slightly less hectic. Having Zach come to our home instead of packing the swim bag, and all the kids and the snacks into the car to get to swim class on time made a HUGE difference.

As the weather warmed up the is past spring and we opened the pool, the boys were so excited to have Zach come to their pool for swim lessons. The boys love swim class. They are always excited to go, and sad when the lesson was over. I always saw progress from week to week with each of them – gradually learning the basic strokes and breathing. But that all changed when we started lessons at home.

The progress was AMAZING! I could see huge differences within the one-hour lessons! I really believe having the boys comfortable in their own surroundings made a huge impact on their progress. They were confident, and seemed more willing to try new things. Zach is fantastic. He is patient, and fun but is also firm on his expectations for the lessons.

They began this summer each having a 30 minute lessons and continuing to learn the swim strokes. They finished the summer at one-hour lessons, DIVING and continuing to PERFECT technique. I am still in shock! Zach even talked to (S) about joining a swim team next year.

Check out S diving for the first time!

Now that the pool is closed, we decided to take a small break to settle into the school year. But, the boys will be back in the pool this winter and little man will be starting mommy and me swim as well! I can’t wait to see what this year brings!

CURRENT CLASS SCHEDULE
LifePlex Health Club
18 College Rd
Monsey, NY 10952
Private or Semi-private lessons for 6-months to Adult!
Water Comfort, Learn to Swim, Swim Team Readiness, Stroke and Turn Technique, Lifeguard Skills

www.Likeafishswim.com
Any questions contact Stephanie
swimlikeafishny@gmail.com or 845-570-1289

Another note to keep in mind for summer: Lifeguards for parties!
My family hosted 2 large family pool parties this summer with TONS of children. Naturally, we were nervous having so many children in the pool at once. I reached out to Stephanie ( who was on vacation at the time!) hoping she could help. Within minutes she called me back and we were set! Catherine was WONDERFUL! She was very professional, focused on the pool and didn’t hesitate to step in if the kids were rough housing etc. Catherine even got in the pool to play with the younger kids. Such a relief knowing there were extra eyes!

Ninjago Days at Legoland

Posted on September 20, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Contests, Day Trips, Main Page, Out and about..., RNYM's Picks, Things to Do!, Uncategorized .

Last night we had an amazing time at the LEGO Ninjago Movie Days Preview Party at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester! Our lips are sealed on any details about the new movie, but W and S gave it 2 THUMBS UP!

I surprised the boys as they got off the bus yesterday, told them I had an adventure planned and to jump in the car! They were SO excited when we pulled into Ridge Hill Plaza and they realized we were headed to LEGOLAND.

When we arrived we were escorted into the event room with fun Ninjago themed activities. The kids picked out ninja headbands to match their favorite ninja – GREEN of course. Each child was given a chance to build on a color coded Lego tile to be added to the Ninjago mosaic to be completed by visitors over the upcoming Ninjago days. The back of each tile had a number and fit strategically on the mosaic board. We are anxious to see the final outcome!

We finished up in the event room and headed out to the play area, and we bumped into the
RED NINJA!

The play area has been completely transformed into Ninjago City Adventure! Modeled after the Temple of Airjitzu, it includes more than 20 ninja inspired obstacles. A great spot to work out some energy and perfect your ninja skills.

There was also Sensei Wu’s Dojo. S had a blast in here playing the ninja skills games. He had to touch the green shapes as they lit up, working on his ninja reflexes and coordination.

After about an hour of playing we headed up to the third floor of Ridge Hill Plaza to Showcase Cinema de Lux Ridge Hill for an advanced showing of the brand new LEGO Ninjago Movie. As I mentioned before, we can’t share details of the movie but W and S loved it! W said it was “really neat!” ( Watch the trailer here!)

LEGO® NINJAGO® Days will be happening the next 2 weekends, hurry and get your tickets now!
9/22-9/24
9/30-10/1

There will be giveaways, mini scavenger hunts, character meets,
building tables set up and so much more!

We are currently running a giveaway of 4 tickets on our Facebook page.
Head on over to enter!

Let’s Pick Some Apples! 2017

Posted on September 11, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Ashley's Lists, Day Trips, Main Page, Out and about..., Things to Do! .

Fall is here, and so are the APPLES! I can’t wait to bake apple pie with the kids.
Here is a list of local orchards, be sure to call ahead to check hours, pricing,
activities and apple availability!

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Rockland County

Dr. Davies Farm 
Route 304 Congers, NY
845-268-7020
DrDaviesFarm.com
Facebook Page
They have over 4,000 trees and 15 different varieties of apples on 55 acres.
2 farms stands – on 9w and 304 in Congers, with a great array of home grown fruits and veggies.
Hayrides through the orchard on the weekend.
Tractors to climb and play on for some adorable photo opps.
Just a heads up this farm is CASH ONLY!
Hours: Everyday 10am-4pm

Orchards of Concklin
2 South Mountain Rd., Pomona (845) 354-0369
OrchardsofConcklin.com
Facebook Page
Pick your own on Sundays ONLY and Columbus day starting 9/17.
A farm market open each day with fresh veggies, fruits, home made pies, donuts, cider, cakes, cookies and so much more.
Hours: 10am – 5pm

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Bergen County

Demarest Farms 
244 Wierimus Road, Hillsdale, NJ 07642
201-666-0472
DemarestFarms.com
https://www.facebook.com/demarestfarm/?fref=ts
Demarest farms is the only Pick Your Own orchard in Bergen county!
Free parking, wagon hayrides, 2 petting zoos, adventure playground, corn box, crooked house village, photo area, wooden playlet, and picnic area.
Farm market with delicious honey, fresh pressed apple cider, apple cider donuts, apple butter, and so much more!
$7 per person, plus $10 per bag of apples.
Hours: M- F 3 to 4:30PM, Sat and Sun 9AM to 4:30PM

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Orange County

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Apple Ridge Orchard
101 Jessup Rd., Warwick
845-987-7717
AppleRidgeOrchards.com
Facebook Page
Offering beautiful scenery, tractor pulled hay wagon rides, pet and feed friendly farm animals, a corn maze, observation hives and a market full of delicious honey, fresh pressed apple cider, apple cider donuts, homemade mixes, apple butter, fresh preserves, and other treats at our farm.
Hours: Thurs, Fri, Sat., Sun and all holidays open 9am -6pm.

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Mr Apples Orchard 
25 Orchard Street Box 98, High Falls
845-687-0005 or 845-687-9498
This is a friendly small town, non commercial orchard.
Proud to use low spray of the apples, and no herbicides in the soil.
Hours: Call ahead

Lawrence Farms 
306 Frozen Ridge Rd, Newburgh
845.562.4268
lawrencefarmsorchards.com
Facebook Page
Not only do they have apples available for U-Pick – they also have a large variety of vegetables and other fruits as well! Call ahead for availability!
On the weekends they offer horse-drawn carriage ride around the beautiful scenic farm, and chickens and goats to say hi too, and locally made ice cream and home made doughnuts
Hours: Everyday 9am-4pm

Maskers Orchard 
45 Ball Road Warwick, NY 10990
845-986-1058
Maskers.com
At Maskers Orchards you can drive right up into the orchard, and settle in for the day. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a family day under the shade of the apple trees!
-pony rides
-horse drawn wagon rides
-a family friendly haunted house
-face painting
-apple maze
-and music performances
-Snack barn with pizza, locally made ice cream, hot and cold beverages, farm-fresh cider, freshly made apple cider donuts and of course, freshly baked apple pie.
Hours: 9am-5pm – the country store as well!

Apple Dave’s Orchard 
82 Four Corners Rd., Warwick NY
845-986-1684
applewoodorchards.com
Facebook Page
Formerly Applewood Orchards, Apple Dave’s has over 11 varieties of apples.
-Wagon rides
-Music and puppet shows
– Farm store with cider, jams, jellies, herbs and fresh seasonal produce.
Hours: Everyday (starting beginning of September) 9am-5pm

Ochs Orchard
4 Ochs Lane Warwick, New York 10990
845-986-1591
Ochsorchard.net
Facebook Page
-Pick your own flower garden.
-Small Petting Zoo
-Gazebo makes the perfect setting for a fall picnic
-A Farm Market with seasonal veggies, jams, butter, jellies, eggs and of course apple cider.
Hours: Picking days change weekly – call ahead.

Pennings Orchard 
169 State Route 94 South, Warwick, NY
845-986-7080
Penningsorchard.com
Facebook Page
On certain weekends there are hayrides, live music, pony rides, kiddie maze, cow milking contest!
Be sure to call ahead for a schedule of events.
Looking for a date day with out the kiddos? Visit Pennings Pub and Grille, where you can enjoy local food, beer, wine and their home made hard cider at the beer garden while listening to live music!
Hours: Everyday 9am-5pm

Weed Orchards Winery
43 Mt Zion Rd, Marlboro, NY
845-236-2684
thewineryatweedorchards.com
Facebook Page
A Family owned Orchard and Winery
Pick Your Own Apples, and produce!
Check their website for a list of what’s available for picking before you go!
Another great spot for a day without the kids! Stop by to taste the homemade whines, homegrown hard ciders, and local craft beer.
Hours: Everyday 10am-5pm

Warwick Valley Winery and Distillery 
114 Little York Road, Warwick
845-258-4858
wvwinery.com
Facebook Page
** This establishment caters to a more adult crowd since they do serve alcohol **
Makes for a great day without the kids.
However, the orchard is gorgeous and their apples are delicious!
-tractor ride to and from the orchard
-An apple tasting bar and prepicked apples for purchase.
No outside food or beverages please.
Hours: Mon – Fri: 12pm to 5pm Saturday – Sunday: 11am to 5pm
Check their Facebook page on friday for the picking availability for the upcoming weekend.

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Dutchess County

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Barton Orchards
 63 Apple Tree Ln, Poughquag, NY 12570
845-227-2306
Bartonorchards.com
Facebook Page
Barton Orchards is a great spot for a Fall Family Day full of hayrides, corn maze, walking trails, peddle kart race track, trackless train, a live actor Haunted House, barnyard animals and a pumpkin field slide. As well as, the Midway Farm Market, bakery and snack shacks.
Hours: Everyday 9am-5pm

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Greig Farms
227 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook, NY
845-758-1234
GreigFarm.com
Facebook Page
This farm has been open to the public for 60 years.
– Pick your own fruits and vegetables – Call ahead for availability
– Goats to feed and a koi pond.
– Weekly farmers market on Saturdays from 10-6.
Hours: Everyday 8am-7pm

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Westchester County

Wilkens Fruit and Fir stand
1335 White Hill Road Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
(914) 245-5111
Wilkensfarm.com
Facebook Page
-tractor rides to and from the orchard
Farm market with donuts, pies, cookies, hotdogs, popcorn, cider, coffee and other snacks available! You can also call your bakery order in ahead of time!
Hours: U-Pick: 10am-4:30pm Markets: 10am-5pm

Harvest Moon Farm and Orchard
(formerly Outhouse Orchards)
130 Hardscrabble Rd. North Salem, NY 10560
914-485-1210
harvestmoonfarmandorchard.com
Facebook Page
-So much to do here! Hay rides around the farm, bounce houses, apple games, live music, pony rides, face painting, plenty of yummy food vendors.
Hours: Everyday 8am-6pm

Stuarts Farm
62 Granite Springs Road, Granite Springs, NY
914-245-2784
StuartsFarm.com
Hayrides on the weekends and Farm stand with fresh produce, pies and donuts.
Be sure to pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the view.
(Tell Bob and Betsy we say Hello!)
Hours: Everyday 10am – 6pm

Save the Date: Fitness 450 Launch – 9/10

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Health and Wellness, Main Page .

Save The Date: September 10th

Fitness 450’s debut launch event
Two world-class fitness experts will lead 450-style workouts.
The event will run from 9AM-11AM
The event is complimentary and babysitting will be available at no charge.
Register at http://fitness-450.com/
450 West Nyack Rd. West Nyack, NY 10994
Info@Fitness-450.com

Fitness 450, Rockland’s hottest new workout, offers small group, coach-led high intensity interval training (HIIT). The workout incorporates bursts of all out exercise interspersed with periods of active rest.

The workout is a station-based, heart rate monitored fitness program led by a coach that follows the motto Move. Train. Play.

Move=Anyone can do it
Train= Specific training to get you results.
Play=It’s fun!

Fitness 450 begins this Fall, and is a great way for you to make a long-term commitment to your health and fitness. For the tentative schedule go to http://fitness-450.com/.

There will be a wide variety of class times to accommodate busy lives. Babysitting is available for those who need it.

You decide how often to incorporate this workout into your fitness program. Packages are available for 4, 8, 12. 16 or unlimited times per month.

The lowest pricing is now available during pre-sales. In addition, mention RocklandNY Moms and receive an 8-time monthly package for the price of a 4-time package (for the first month only).

You can also check out their website http://fitness-450.com/ to learn more about this high energy, high intensity and fun workout.

Introducing: SURGE STUDIO

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Classes, Main Page, RNYM Events, Uncategorized .

For our most recent RNYM event we teamed up with our friends over at
Surge Studio for a Beach Dance Party!

Miss Carly and a few of the dancers from the competitive dance team greeted us with huge smiles when we arrived. Each child was given Hawaii’n lei’s to wear and the main dance studio was decorated with palm trees and Hawaiin’n flowers, looked great!

The party started in the back party room: lights down, disco ball spinning and the music playing! Miss Carly started with a game of freeze dance to help loosen everyone up. It wasn’t long before all the kids (and parents) were dancing.

After a few rounds the party really ramped up with a game of limbo! I mean, what is a beach party without Limbo?! The kids were laughing as they crawled, and slithered under the limbo stick, over and over and OVER!

Everyone worked up quite an appetite during limbo, so it was a perfect time for a pizza break!

After pizza we jumped right into a game of Party, Party, Beach Party. (a variation of duck, duck, goose) This was a barrel of laughs! Watching the kids giggle and squeal as they ran away from each other was too much!

After one more quick game, Miss Carly challenged the kids to learn a dance routine! They all lined up with the dance team in between to help out, and Miss Carly went through the steps. I was amazed at how fast the kids picked up the steps. After twice through with Miss Carly showing them, they were all following along, SO proud of themselves!

The hour and a half FLEW by! Miss Carly is full of energy and wonderful with the kids. You can tell she truly LOVES what she does. She even managed to convince me to come try a class myself! Stay tuned …

Surge Studio is perfect for students taking dance for fun, as well as students who want to take the next step in establishing a professional dance career. They offer Youth Classes, Adult Classes, Competitive Dance team, Private instruction, Dance Workshops, Birthday Parties and MORE!

Want to meet Miss Carly and check out the studio?
Join them this Saturday for their Fall Open House.
September 9th
11am-2pm
285 N Route 303, Congers, New York 10920
http://www.surgestudioarts.com
https://www.facebook.com/surgestudio/
info@surgestudioarts.com

Kids vs. Grown-Ups Imagination Build-Off Challenge: GIVEAWAY!

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Contests, Day Trips, Main Page, Out and about..., RNYM's Picks, Things to Do! .

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Westchester Hosts the Ultimate Imagination Build-Off Challenge from July 17-28

Kids go head-to-head against grown-ups in a test of creativity

Beat the summer heat while igniting your creativity at LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Westchester with the Kids vs. Grown-Ups Imagination Build-Off Challenge. LEGOLAND® Discovery Centers across the globe are inviting kids and adults to go head-to-head in the ultimate test of creativity. LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s Model Builders will judge the build-off competitions every weekday from Monday, July 17 through Friday, July 28.

Who will reign supreme when it comes to creative creation: kids or grown-ups?

The Kids vs. Grown-Ups Imagination Build-Off Challenge will be held twice daily, at 3:30pm and 5:30pm, and consist of a five-minute challenge where kids and adults build a creation straight from their imagination – no limits, no boundaries, no rules – just pure creativity. Challenges will be officiated and judged by Model Builders including LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester’s Master Model Builder, Anthony Maddaloni.

All participants will be entered into a final Imagination Build-Off contest with the chance to win a one-hour private build session with Maddaloni and a Summer Pass ($35 value). The Summer Pass, good through Labor Day, allows the pass holder to build memories all summer long with unlimited visits and additional discounts in the café, LEGO® Store and on birthday parties.

“LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is designed to provide LEGO play experiences that power creativity and learning through shared LEGO fun for adults and children,” said Master Model Builder Anthony Maddaloni. “We are really excited to see the energy and imagination that comes from kids and adults alike.”

A number of studies suggest that creativity tends to take a sharp decline at around six years old. Although children are still using about 80 percent of their creative potential at age five, research reveals that creative output drops to a shocking two percent by the time they are twelve.

“Especially for adults, the stress of everyday life can impact our creativity levels,” said Maddaloni. “With an overall lack of time in the day, our imaginations are not being exercised – and, as a result, kids might just have the upper hand when it comes to creativity, but I guess we’ll find out for sure during the upcoming build challenges! Whatever your age, our goal here at LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is to reignite your imagination and love of play.”

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at 39 Fitzgerald Street in Yonkers, NY.
They can be reached at 866-243-0770 or by visiting www.legolanddiscoverycenter.com/westchester.
For the latest news and updates, follow @LDCWestchester on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

GIVEAWAY!

You know the drill: Head to our Facebook page!
React, Share and Comment with who would win in your family – Kids or Gown ups?
for a chance to win a 4 Pack of Tickets to LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Westchester!

( tickets are good for 3 months from the time they are won)

GOOD LUCK!

WBT Presents ANNIE! – GIVEAWAY!

Posted on July 6, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Contests, Day Trips, Main Page, RNYM Savings!, Things to Do!, Uncategorized .

As I have mentioned before – I LOVE THE THEATER! I can not contain my excitement…tonight we will be celebrating E’s 4th birthday at opening night of ANNIE at the Westchester Broadway Theater! Stay tuned for our FULL REVIEW!

Westchester Broadway Theatre
Presents
ANNIE
Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Martin Charnin
Book by Thomas Meehan
Directed and Choreographed by Mary Jane Houdina
Musical Direction by William Stanley

June 29 – September 10, 2017

Inspired by Little Orphan Annie, the 1924 comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie is a heart-warming story, filled with adventure and laughs that defines what family truly means. One of the longest running shows in Broadway history and the winner of seven Tony Awards, Annie, returns to the WBT stage from June 29 to September 10, 2017!

Annie, one of the world’s best-loved musicals, is set in 1933 in New York City during the Great Depression. Little Orphan Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, she escapes to the wondrous world of NYC where she finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. Notable musical numbers include “It’s the Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “I Don’t Need Anything But You,” and “Tomorrow.”

Peyton Fishman (Irvington) and Kaylin Hedges (Valley Cottage) star as Annie in alternating performances. Michael DeVries is Daddy Warbucks, the billionaire business man. You may remember him in Wicked and Hello, Dolly, on Broadway. Susann Fletcher is Miss Hannigan, the cold-hearted orphanage owner. She starred as Louise Seger in WBT’s production of Always…Patsy Cline. Warbucks’ secretary and love-interest, Grace, is portrayed by Celeste Hudson who was seen in Show Boat at WBT. Miss Hannigan’s con-artist brother, Rooster, is played by Adam Roberts, who appeared on Broadway in Pippin and Spider-Man Turn Off the Dark. The role of Lily, Rooster’s petty-thieving girlfriend, is played by Aubrey Sinn who starred as Maria in our production of The Sound of Music. John-Charles Kelly plays President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

A lively group of local girls play the orphans in Annie. Anika Bobra (Armonk), Tahlia Ellie (Short Hills, NJ), Haylie Christiano and Ruby Griffin (both of Valley Cottage), Maureen Henshaw (Carmel), Nora Kennedy (Tappan), Molly Lyons (Wappinger’s Falls), Sasha Murray (Chappaqua), Lucy Neureuther (Harrison), Ella Stanley (Bronx), Lauren Sun (Rye Brook) and Gabriella Uhl (Cornwall

Featuring: Robert Abdoo, Kelly Black, Laura Cable, Joseph Cullinane, Jesse Lynn Harte, Carl Hulden, Ryan Alexander Jacobs, Kelsey Self, Rochelle Smith, Roger Preston Smith, and Billy Clark Taylor.

Sunny, a 7 year old Terrier Mix, will play Sandy the dog. He was rescued from a kill shelter and appeared in the 2014 revival of ANNIE on Broadway, and in the national tour. He was the subject of a NBC special entitled ANNIE’S SEARCH FOR SANDY. Sunny follows in the line of great Sandy dogs rescued and trained by Bill Berloni.

Directed & Choreographed by Mary Jane Houdina; Musical Director is William Stanley; Assistant Director/Choreographer is Robert Abdoo. Rochelle Smith is the Dog Handler.

Steve Loftus is the Technical Director. Costume design by Suzy Benzinger, Costume coordinator is Heather Carey, Set design by Michael Bottari & Ron Case, Lighting Design is by Andrew Gmoser, Sound Design is by Mark Zuckerman, Wig & hair design by Shannon Harrington. The Production Stage Manager is Victor Lukas, ASM is Duane McDevitt and properties are by Grumpy Props. Lisa Tiso is the Associate Producer.

Reservations: *MENTION ROCKLANDNYMOM FOR AN EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT*
Call (914) 592-2222. Also at: www.BroadwayTheatre.com
Group Reservations: Discounts for Groups of 20 or More: Call (914) 592-2225.
Luxury Boxes: Call (914) 592-8730. For private parties of 6 to 22. Enjoy dining and theatre in an elegant private box. Additional features include an expanded dinner menu, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, private powder room, and Luxury Box reserved parking.

Show Times:
Wednesday & Thursday & some Friday Matinees: Lunch: 11:30 am & Show 1 pm.
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday Evenings: Dinner: 6:30 pm & Show: 8 pm.
Sunday Matinees: Lunch: 12 pm & Show: 1:30 pm
Sunday Evenings: Dinner: 5:30 pm & Show: 7 pm.

Ticket Prices: Dinner & Show range between $56.00 and $84.00 PLUS TAX depending on the performances chosen. Beverage Service & Gratuities are not included in the ticket price. Discounts are available for children, students, and senior citizens at selected performances. Also check the website for on-going Special Offers! More news at:www.BroadwayTheatre.com

WANT TO WIN 4 TICKETS to see ANNIE?
React to our post on Facebook and comment which broadway show is your all time favorite!

** Tickets NOT valid for Saturday performances or during the last 2 weeks of the show**

Upcoming productions on the WBT Mainstage
Annie – June 29 – September 10, 2017
Annie Get Your Gun – September 14 – November 26, 2017 & December 28, 2017 – January 28, 2018
The Christmas Voyager – November 30 – December 23, 2017

GIVEAWAY!!! Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017

Posted on June 29, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Contests, Day Trips, Out and about..., Things to Do!, Travel, Uncategorized .

All ABOARD!

RocklandNYMom loves the Delaware River Railroad. We have been lucky enough to experience the Easter Bunny Train (Read our review! ) and Dino Days + Mine Train ( Read our review). We can’t wait to have some fun at Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017!

Thomas the Tank Engine invites little engineers to join him for a day of friendship and family fun at Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017. Children everywhere can spend a day with their friend Thomas when the #1 Engine pulls into Phillipsburg on July 7,8,9,14,15,16 , 2017. Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017 is presented by Mattel.

Day Out with Thomas is a fun-filled event that provides children of all ages the opportunity to climb aboard and take a ride with Thomas as well as participate in Thomas & Friends™ themed activities. The tour, now in its 22^nd year, will make 42 stops across the U.S. and Canada, and is expected to welcome nearly one million passengers in 2017. For 2 back-to-back weekends little engineers and their families are invited to take a 25-minute ride BEHIND their favorite engine, meet Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway and enjoy a day of Thomas & Friends fun.

In celebration of this year’s theme, Day Out With Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017 will feature an array of friendship-inspired activities. Attendees will be able to participate in events that encourage and celebrate friendship including photo opportunities, crafts, and a fun activity that invites kids to collect passport stamps throughout the day to receive a trio of Day Out With Thomas friendship bracelets. The 2017 tour theme is in line with this year’s Thomas & Friends global brand campaign, ‘Set Friendship in Motion’ – a campaign that ties together content, social integrations, and event activations across the entire Thomas & Friends franchise to highlight the importance of first friendships and the development of key friendship skills in toddlers.

TO PURCHASE TICKETS:

Day Out with Thomas are $21 plus tax for ages two and up.
July 7,8,9,14,15,16
Rides depart every 60 minutes, rain or shine.
Departure times 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm, 5 pm

www.ticketweb.com/dowt or 866.468.7630.
For more information and directions, contact the the Delaware River Railroad Excursions at 877-train-ride or 877trainride.com

** GIVEAWAY! **
Enter to win a family 4 pack on our Facebook page!

Give a way valid for the following dates and times – no exceptions.
July 7, 8, or 9th. Valid times are 1pm, 2pm, 3pm or 4pm

Same-Day Camp, School, and Sport Physicals at Crystal Run Healthcare

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Main Page, Uncategorized .

Save on Time this Summer with Same-Day Appointments in West Nyack!

School’s out, but summer camps and sports practices are in full-swing! That’s why at Crystal Run Healthcare, we’re offering same-day appointments for your children, including extended-hour availability in the early mornings, evenings, and even on the weekends, at our newest, state-of-the-art facility in West Nyack.

Whether your child is attending camp this summer, playing sports, or has signed-up for an extracurricular activity, now is the best time to schedule them for their annual exam with a Crystal Run pediatrician or adolescent medicine specialist. Not only will a physical ensure that your child is able to play a sport safely and is in the best physical shape to prevent injuries, but it will also confirm that their vaccinations are current and that overall, they are healthy and physically prepared to participate in any activity.

During a physical, you and your child should expect the following from your Pediatrician:
• A discussion on important health issues & any health concerns
• A review of your child’s medical history, including any allergies and medication use
• A complete and thorough physical examination
• A review of your child’s immunization history, to ensure that they are up-to-date

For more information or to schedule an appointment
contact Crystal Run Healthcare at 845.348.1100 or
visit CrystalRunHealthcare.com.

2017 Fireworks!

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Ashley Carmichael Posted in Ashley's Lists, Out and about..., RNYM's Picks, Things to Do! .

Happy 4th of July!
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June 29^th

Nanuet High School
6pm – 9pm Inflatable bouncers, and family activities
7:15pm – Rockland Radio Control Club Flying Demonstration
8pm – “Ob-La-Di, Bla-Da” – Beatles Tribute Band
Fireworks after the concert.
Refreshments available for purchase
FREE – Rain date: June 30^th

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JULY 2^nd

Bowline Point Park, Haverstraw
8pm – Come down with a picnic and a blanket
9pm – Fireworks!
FREE

Lady Warren Hose Company #5 Firehouse, Haverstraw
6pm – 12 am
$15 per person, seniors pay $10 and kids under 10 years old pay $5.
Admission includes Wings, fries, draft beer and soda.
Watch the fireworks behind the firehouse

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July 3rd

Rye Playland Amusement Park
9:15 pm – Special holiday fireworks and the park will stay open until midnight
There are also fireworks each Friday night from July 7th until the Sept 1st.
Cost for parking and to ride the rides.

Boulders Stadium
Come for a game, live music, give a ways and fireworks
To purchase tickets, call 845-364-0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com.
Palisades Credit Union Park, Pomona.

Kensico Dam Plaza
6pm – Entertainment begins – bring a blanket, chairs and a picnic.
9:15 – Fireworks extravaganza.
STRONGLY suggest carpooling or taking the train
1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla, NY 10595

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JULY 4^th

Memorial Park, Nyack
9pm – Fireworks begin, come early with a blanket or chairs.
Fireworks can be seen from any place in the Village where there is a clear view of the southeast sky
FREE

East Central Avenue Ball Field, Pearl River
7pm – Festivities begin
9pm – Fireworks kick off
FREE

Boulders Stadium 
Come for a game, live music, give a ways and fireworks
To purchase tickets, call 845-364-0009 or visit www.rocklandboulders.com.
Palisades Credit Union Park, Pomona.

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JULY 8^TH

Trophy Point Amphitheater, West Point
7:30 pm – Join the United States Military Academy Band for some traditional music and today’s hits. Fireworks will follow the concert.
FREE – Rain date: Sunday July 9^th

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We are currently running a giveaway of 4 tickets on our Facebook page. Head on over to enter!

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Rockland County

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Bergen County

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Orange County

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Dutchess County

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Westchester County

Save The Date: September 10th

** GIVEAWAY! **

Save on Time this Summer with Same-Day Appointments in West Nyack!

Happy 4th of July! _________________________________

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We are currently running a giveaway of 4 tickets on our Facebook page.
Head on over to enter!

GIVEAWAY!

Happy 4th of July!
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