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Acclaimed Fiddler, Songwriter From Pearl River Returns For Local Concert
PEARL RIVER, N.Y. -- Chris Murphy, a fiddler/songwriter/composer originally from Pearl River, will perform at the Turning Point Cafe in Piermont on Wednesday.
The prolific and creative musician released three albums in nine months, all in different styles; the most recent release, "The Tinker's Dream," showcases Murphy's Celtic-flavored songwriting skills.
The first album, "Surface to Air," an indie rock-infused Americana dream (and Murphy's personal favorite), was released back in May of 2016 to stellar critical acclaim, including 9/10 stars from No Depression Magazi…
Ramapo MLK Day Event Brings Diverse Groups Together To 'Save' Planet
SPRING VALLEY, N.Y. -- More than 100 nonprofit, faith-based, environmental and other organizations will be gathering in Spring Valley Monday, Jan. 16, not only to honor civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but to offer a message of hope about the fate of the planet itself, said Marc Pessin.
Pessin, lead organizer of the Save the Planet Unity Celebration, the largest MLK event in the region, said it’s all about solidarity and the environment.
“I truly believe that if Dr. King were here today, it would be his biggest concern; after all, if we don’t have a planet, how can we fight for…
Chance To Learn, Better Understand Dementia In Clarkstown
NANUET, N.Y. – The Alzheimer’s Association has scheduled a pair of events this December to educate people about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related conditions.
“Understanding and Responding to Dementia-related Behavior,” is scheduled from noon to 2 p.m. on Dec. 12 at Meals on Wheels, 121 W. Nyack Road, Nanuet, according to a statement from the Alzheimer's Association.
On Dec. 20, the group is to offer a “Virtual Dementia Tour” in 30-minute sessions from 5 – 8 p.m. at Meals on Wheels, the Alzheimer’s Association said.
The first event, which includes a complimentary lunch, aims to…
Keep Rockland Beautiful Gala To Honor Businesses, Educators
ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Keep Rockland Beautiful is holding its Annual Awards Gala on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 7-10 p.m. at the HNA Palisades Premier Conference Center in Palisades.
The event, which also serves as the group's major fund-raising effort of the year, will include dinner, a world fusion performance by pianist John McDowell with Michael Wimberly on the djembe, an upcycled art and photography display, a silent auction and raffle.
A wine-tasting with Julie Belardinelli, independent wine ambassador at Boisset Wine Living, will be conducted an hour before the gala.
The 2016 awards a…
Alzheimer's or Dementia? Learn Warning Signs In Rockland
SLOATSBURG, N.Y. -- Do you know the difference between Alzheimer's disease and dementia? Warning signs of memory loss?
The Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter offers several educational and support programs in the region.
"The Basics: Memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease” will be on Monday, Nov. 14 at 10:30 a.m. at the Sloatsburg Library, 1 Liberty Rock Road, Sloatsburg. RSVP to (845)-753-2001.
“Healthy living for your brain and body: Tips from the latest research,” is Monday, Nov. 14, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Valley Cottage Library, 110 Route 303, Valley Cottage.
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