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Ninjago Days at Legoland

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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! 

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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.

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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!

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

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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.

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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.

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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!)

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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! 

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

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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.

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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!

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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!

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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

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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!

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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.” 

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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 22nd 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

FATHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY: LEGOLAND Discover Center Westchester!

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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Westchester
Celebrates Father’s Day with Dads Go Free Weekend June 17-18
Dads are overwhelmingly likely to opt for “a day with family” as their No. 1 desire for Father’s Day, according to a 2015 Harris Poll. An impressive 57% of all dads surveyed ranked family time as their number one wish – a desire that handily beat electronics/gadgets (37%), gift certificates (37%) and a home cooked meal (36%).

In honor of Father’s Day, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Westchester, the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground, is inviting families to a special Dads Go Free Weekend on June 17 and 18. Dads will be treated to free admission with the purchase of a child ticket and are encouraged to enjoy the venue’s numerous attractions, including the newly opened LEGO® Ninjago City Adventure – a two-story, 2,300-square-foot play structure with more than 20 interactive features.

“What better way to celebrate fathers and children than to offer a great weekend of parent and child play? We welcome families to immerse themselves in a world of entertainment, color and creativity this Father’s Day weekend – learning, laughing and building bonds together,” said Chris Mines, General Manager of LEGOLAND® Discovery Center.

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The “Dads Go Free” offer may be redeemed online using promo code 171020 and is valid for one free one-day adult ticket with the purchase of a full-price one-day child ticket to be used on June 17 or 18. The offer is also valid on walk-up tickets with the coupon (either printed or displayed on smart phone).

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester stimulates young minds to imagine, discover and create. Ideal for ages 3-10, its range of educational and interactive attractions include hands-on play areas, a 4D cinema, the Master Builder Academy, two LEGO® amusement rides, special party rooms and MINILAND — the venue’s signature re-creation of landmark locations and buildings throughout New York, made entirely out of more than 1 million LEGO® bricks.

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester is located at Westchester’s Ridge Hill, 39 Fitzgerald Street in Yonkers. 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.

We have a FAMILY 4 PACK of tickets to GIVEAWAY! 
Visit our Facebook page
React to our post, tag the Dad you think deserves to win and tell us why, Share the post
Winner will be chosen Sunday 6/11
** TICKETS ONLY VALID 6/17 OR 6/18 **

DIGGERLAND: Buckets of Fun for Everyone!

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2 years ago when we first visited Diggerland USA ( Read our full review here!), A had the time of his life, but E was a little too young/short (Most rides require a height of 36″ to operate) to fully enjoy it. We are SO EXCITED to be invited back to Diggerland this year, I can’t wait to watch E get the full experience this time! 

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Diggerland USA is the only construction themed adventure park in North America where children and families can drive, ride and operate ACTUAL machinery. The park, which covers about 14 acres in West Berlin, NJ (20 minutes from Philadelphia), is comprised of over 25 attractions. The majority of which are real, diesel powered, full size, pieces of construction equipment. Each machine has undergone advanced engineering modifications which make them safe for the public, allowing children as small as 36″ to operate with little to no instruction.

Guests who visit Diggerland can drive full size backhoes, dig giant holes with real excavators, and operate just about every sort of construction machine you might imagine – from the skid-steers to the recently unveiled ARGOs, made famous by their amphibious qualities.

Along with operating heavy machinery Diggerland guests can climb one of the world’s tallest ropes courses, take an off road adventure in our military trucks, tackle the rock wall, spend time in the video arcade or enjoy one of the daily heavy machinery stunt shows performed by our operating team.

My husband may be the most excited for the newly opened attraction: DiggerlandXL, for adults! Operate unrestricted, full size construction equipment at Diggerland with 1 on 1 instruction from our heavy machinery foremen.

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Before you start planning your trip – We have 4 TICKETS to give away!
Visit our Facebook – Share, Comment/Tag a friend and react to the post.

Didn’t win the give a way?  We have an exclusive discount for you! Head on over to our Savings for our Readers page for the discount code.

MOMMYCON NYC 2017 – GIVEAWAY

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We are so excited, this event looks amazing! 

MommyCon is a boutique style convention dedicated to bringing modern parents and mothers-to-be together. Their focus is on natural and organic parenting methods and timeless tidbits as we journey through parenthood together. Their seminars and workshops include; babywearing, birth, breastfeeding, cloth diapering, car seat safety, natural health and medicine, baby gear, child-proofing and more. 

The nation’s largest natural parenting convention, MommyCon, launches its inaugural event in New York City at the Millennium Broadway Hotel on March 25, 2017.

Featured topics include: 
– babywearing
– cloth diapering
– breastfeeding
– infant health and nutrition
– green living
– natural birthing

There will also be a product showcase hall of over 45 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations and fashions in the parenting industry.

Keynote speakers at MommyCon include:
– NYC’s Lance Somerfeld and Matt Schneider, co-founders of the City Dads Group (a diverse community of over 7,000 fathers) who will be leading the workshop “Redefining Fatherhood”
– Cotton Babies founder and CEO Jennifer Labit will demonstrate cloth diapering basics and techniques from her award-winning Flip Cloth Diaper system.
– Laura Wojciechowski from Super Undies will discuss the challenges of potty training your toddler.
– Parenting professionals will also be on hand to attendees to discuss the benefits of babywearing, kangaroo care and sleep consultations.

Within 4 years MommyCon has build up a community of over 150,000 parents, and visited over 45 different states. “We are really excited to finally be coming to New York City,” says Xza Higgins, MommyCon founder and Program Director. “Natural parenting communities are growing larger each year, and we have an active community of like-minded individuals in New York who we are all looking forward to meeting in person.”

Signature areas at the conference include:
– Babywearing Lounge and Baby Gear Area with a try-no-need-to-buy philosophy,
– Baby Food Court with experts talking to parents about nutrition and eating challenges,
– Baby Care Area and Cloth Diaper Resource Center
– Baby Safe Play Spaces for parents can take a break with the whole family.

Saturday March 25, 2017 – 8.30am– 4:00pm
Millennium Broadway Hotel, 145 W 44TH Street, New York, NY 10036, USA
Tickets $45 in advance via MommyCon.com
We have a giveaway of 2 TICKETS for one lucky winner!
Enter on our Facebook page!

All Aboard the Easter Bunny Train! GIVEAWAY!

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We are so excited to be invited back for another ride on the Easter Bunny Train Ride!
We had a blast on our ride last year! (Read our review here) 

Ride the Easter Bunny Train Ride and visit with Mr. E. Bunny on the train. Your ride will wind along the scenic Delaware River leaving from the Historic District of Phillipsburg, New Jersey. The train will travel along the river to Carpentersville and our destination will be the site of the historic Lime Kilns. In front of the 150 year old Lime kilns is a beautiful little glade filled with Easter eggs! Once we arrive you can get off the train, take a picture with Mr. Bunny and gather 4 Easter eggs! On the train enjoy our banjo playing Hobo and a Juggler!

TO PURCHASE TICKETS – 877trainride.com

  • Trips run April 8,9,and 15th
  • 11am, 12:30pm, 2 pm and 3:30 pm
    Child $11.00 ( ages 2 to 12)
    Adult $18.00
    Lap Sitter $4.00 (up to 2 years old)
  • Meet and greet with Mr. Bunny on the train
  • Pictures with Mr. Bunny at the Egg Patch
  • Easter Egg Hunt, each child can forage for 4 toy and candy filled eggs

For a chance to win a family 4 pack of train tickets, head on over to our Facebook page!

 

WPPAC – Sister Act GIVEAWAY!

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This weekend is opening weekend for Sister Act at White Plains Performing Arts Center! 
We visited WPPAC last year for their performance of  Disney’s Tarzan
and we had a fantastic time! (Read our Review here!) We are thrilled to have been invited back to see this years production of Sister Act! We will be attending this Saturday nights show, and will be sure to report back on our experience.  Stay tuned!
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White Plains Performing Arts Center
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914-328-1600
A Divine Musical Comedy! Sister Act
Dec 16- Jan 8
 

A woman hiding in a convent helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she rediscovers her own. This feel-good comedy smash is based on the hit film.

When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a crime, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover.

Filled with powerful gospel and disco music by Alan Menken (Beauty & the beast, Newsies, Aladdin), outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act is reason to REJOICE and a great show for the whole family this holiday season! 
** WPPAC recommends the show for children 7 years and older. 
Purchase Tickets:
914 328 1600 
White Plains Performing Arts Center 
11 City Place White Plains NY 10601
  • 7:00 pm Performances
    December 16, 17, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30 • January 6, 7
    2:00 pm Performances
    December 18, 22, 28 • January 7, 8
    Previews (December 16, 22 & 23): $22-$42
    All Other Performances: $29-$49

We have a Family 4 pack of tickets up for grabs for select performances!
December 16, 17, 18, 22, 23 and the 7pm on 27th and 28th
For a chance to win visit our FB page Like,  Share and Comment with your Favorite Broadway Show! 

Winner will be Chosen Saturday morning 12/17!

Christmas Party at Sixty 5 on Main, Nyack – GIVEAWAY!

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This event looks ADORABLE!

Sixty 5 on Main, Nyack
is hosting
Nyack’s Best Children’s CHRISTMAS PARTY!

Saturday December 17th
1pm-3pm
Come on down for holiday sing a longs,
Bubble show, holiday crafting, a special dessert for each child, magic by Mir Bungles …
and an appearance from SANTA!

Call to make your reservation ASAP!
845-358-5200

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Want a chance to win 2 tickets?
Head over to our Facebook page,
To Enter: Like, share and Comment with a picture of your christmas tree.

Winner will be chosen at random on 12/7!