Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade is returning to the streets of New York City for its 95th celebration after being curtailed last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Macy's made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 8, saying the parade will be delight crowds once again on Thursday, Nov. 25 beginning at 9 a.m. This year's parade will feature the signature mix of giant character helium balloons, fantastic floats, marching bands, performance groups, celebrities, clowns, and the one-and-only Santa Claus, Macy's said. “We are thrilled to welcome back in its full form the Macy’s Thanksgiving D…
COVID-19: Hudson Valley Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening COVID-19: Hudson Valley Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening
Covid-19: Hudson Valley Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening Gov. Andrew Cuomo wants to show the world that New Yorkers are “returning to life as we know it” with a series of fireworks displays across the state to celebrate the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions. Ten fireworks shows, including one at Nyack Memorial Park in Rockland County, are scheduled for 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday, June 15 - a day Cuomo said New Yorkers will remember. Earlier story - COVID-19: Majority Of NY Restrictions Lifted As State Hits Vaccine Milestone Additionally, Cuomo said that on Tuesday night, all state assets, including the Empire State Building will be lit blue and go…
Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Hudson Valley Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Hudson Valley
Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Hudson Valley Dog lovers rejoice. The famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is coming to Westchester County in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The show announced this month that the 145th annual event will be held at Lyndhurst, a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, on Route 9 (Broadway) in Tarrytown, on Saturday, June 12 and Sunday, June 13, 2021, with live coverage across FOX Sports networks.  Due to the ever-changing government restrictions during the pandemic a move to a springtime, outdoor dog show was necessary to uphold Westminster’s strong commitment to the health and sa…
Pinstripe Parade: Unanimous HOFer Mariano Rivera Celebrated In Area Pinstripe Parade: Unanimous HOFer Mariano Rivera Celebrated In Area
Pinstripe Parade: Unanimous HOFer Mariano Rivera Celebrated In Area Following a career under the brightest lights at Yankee Stadium, Westchester resident Mariano Rivera was back in the spotlight as his hometown celebrated his MLB Hall of Fame induction at a “Pinstripe Parade” in Westchester. A week after being officially inducted into the Hall of Fame, Rivera, a longtime Westchester resident who became Major League Baseball’s first unanimous selection to the Hall of Fame in the sport’s history had a parade hosted in his honor. The parade for Rivera was held on Saturday, July 27 during “Mariano Rivera Day” which included the parade and a celebration at the …
Pinstripe Parade: Unanimous HOFer Mariano Rivera To Be Celebrated In Area Pinstripe Parade: Unanimous HOFer Mariano Rivera To Be Celebrated In Area
Pinstripe Parade: Unanimous HOFer Mariano Rivera To Be Celebrated In Area Following a career under the brightest lights at Yankee Stadium, Westchester resident Mariano Rivera will be back in the spotlight as his hometown celebrates his MLB Hall of Fame induction at a planned “Pinstripe Parade” in Westchester. A week after being officially inducted into the Hall of Fame, Rivera, a longtime Westchester resident who became Major League Baseball’s first unanimous selection to the Hall of Fame in the sport’s history will be enshrined later this month. The parade for Rivera will be held on Saturday, July 27 during “Mariano Rivera Day” which will include the parade and…
Winding Through Warwick Raises More Than $47,000 To Support St. Anthony Community Hospital Winding Through Warwick Raises More Than $47,000 To Support St. Anthony Community Hospital
Winding Through Warwick Raises More Than $47,000 To Support St. Anthony Community Hospital More than 550 people attended the Winding Through Warwick holiday house tour on December 1 to support St. Anthony Community Hospital, Schervier Pavilion and Mount Alverno Center, all members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). More than $47,000 was raised to support advances in care for patients and residents of these facilities. Seven distinguished homes were on the 2018 tour, uniquely decorated for the holidays in styles that complemented their architectural and ornamental features. Homeowners included Pat and Frank Fornario, Greg Galluccio and Dixie Comeau, Charl…
Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them
Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them MAHWAH, N.J. – An award-winning film that shows the devastation of opioid addiction will be screened at Ramapo College later this month. Admission is free, but pre-registration is required to attend the 7 p.m. Jan. 31 on-campus screening of "Dying in Vein — The Opiate Generation," presented by the Mahwah Municipal Alliance in conjunction with township police and the college, at the Sharp Theater (Berrie Center). REGISTER: www.mahwahalliance.org Families will “leave the theater with a better understanding of the opioid epidemic that is occurring across our nation” after viewing fo…
The Grange Honoring Warwick Photographer The Grange Honoring Warwick Photographer
The Grange Honoring Warwick Photographer WARWICK, N.Y. -- Greg Rhein is known for capturing the soul of his subjects. The Warwick native's latest photo exhibit will be honored with an opening artist reception on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at The Grange at 1 Ryerson Road in Warwick from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This time Rhein trains his lens on New York City,  He specializes in food and beverage, fine art, portrait, and wedding photography. Rhein said he is passionate about capturing the essence culture in its ever-evolving slate.  For more information on Rhein, visit www.gregrhein.com 
It's Tree-Lighting Time At Woodbury Common It's Tree-Lighting Time At Woodbury Common
It's Tree-Lighting Time At Woodbury Common CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. -- Woodbury Common Premium Outlets is celebrating the holiday season with its second annual Tree Lighting on Friday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m. Shoppers can enjoy hot chocolate, coffee and cookies to keep the cold at bay and a special holiday treat as Santa arrives in a fire truck to greet them. Santa will be available for photos after the event and throughout the remaining holiday season at the Simon Santa Photo Experience. The tree-lighting will also include musical performances from students at local schools, as well as Victorian carolers who will be strolling the property, se…
Eat Your Way Through Orange County With Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Eat Your Way Through Orange County With Hudson Valley Restaurant Week
Eat Your Way Through Orange County With Hudson Valley Restaurant Week ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. -- At the risk of sounding like your spouse, consider this your reminder to make your Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HRVS) reservations. The two-week long event, a celebration of the bounty of the Hudson Valley, starts Monday, Oct. 30 and goes until Sunday, Nov. 12 and spots fill up fast. More than 200 restaurants throughout Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Ulster, and Sullivan participate, allowing chefs to flaunt their best fare. Special three-course menus are $22.95 for lunch and $32.95 for dinner and often focus on seasonal ingredients.  New this yea…
Woodbury Common Marks Columbus Day With Extended Hours, Sidewalk Sale Woodbury Common Marks Columbus Day With Extended Hours, Sidewalk Sale
Woodbury Common Marks Columbus Day With Extended Hours, Sidewalk Sale CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. -- Woodbury Common Premium Outlets will mark Columbus Day Weekend with a sidewalk sale and extended hours. The event runs from Friday, Oct. 6 through Monday, Oct. 9. Along with the regular 25 to 65 percent off discounts off retail price, participating stores will be featuring a variety of promotions. Retailers, too, will keep their doors open one hour later, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday through Monday, so shoppers can take advantage of the holiday specials. Regular center hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. To learn more, go to www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/woodbury-common.
Woodbury Common Marks Columbus Day With Extended Hours, Sidewalk Sale Woodbury Common Marks Columbus Day With Extended Hours, Sidewalk Sale
Woodbury Common Marks Columbus Day With Extended Hours, Sidewalk Sale CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. -- Woodbury Common Premium Outlets will mark Columbus Day Weekend with a sidewalk sale and extended hours. The event runs from Friday, Oct. 6 through Monday, Oct. 9. Along with the regular 25 to 65 percent off discounts off retail price, participating stores will be featuring a variety of promotions. Retailers, too, will keep their doors open one hour later, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday through Monday, so shoppers can take advantage of the holiday specials. Regular center hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. To learn more, go to www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/woodbury-common.
Get 'Angry,' Then Cruise For A Cause At Walden's Angry Orchard Event Get 'Angry,' Then Cruise For A Cause At Walden's Angry Orchard Event
Get 'Angry,' Then Cruise For A Cause At Walden's Angry Orchard Event WALDEN, N.Y. -- Want to do good and have a good time doing it? Angry Orchard, Moroney’s Harley Davidson, and Paul Jr. Designs (previously of Orange County Choppers) are teaming up for “Bad to the Bone: Cruise for a Cause,” a motorcycle ride and pet adoption event to benefit the Walden Humane Society. Pets will be available for adoption, including rescues from Hurricane Harvey. The event is Saturday, Oct. 7 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with riders meeting at Maroney's at 9 a.m. with kickstands up for the ride to Angry Orcchard at 9:45 a.m.  At 12:30 p.m. there will be a meet and greet with Paul J…
Rise, Root, Discuss: Storm King Presents Interactive Community Events Rise, Root, Discuss: Storm King Presents Interactive Community Events
Rise, Root, Discuss: Storm King Presents Interactive Community Events NEW WINDSOR, N.Y. — There's lots of excitement around "Outlooks: Heather Hart," on view at Storm King through Nov. 26.  The interactive sculptural environment takes the form of a domestic rooftop and is activated by performances, discussions, and other events. Hart’s work spans social and participatory sculpture, drawing, and printmaking, and deals with issues of perception, liminality, history, and spirituality.  Titled "The Oracle of Lacuna," the sculpture takes the form of the rooftop of a house that has seemingly fallen to the ground. The sculpture also contains an i…
Good To The Core: Warwick Gears Up For Annual Applefest Good To The Core: Warwick Gears Up For Annual Applefest
Good To The Core: Warwick Gears Up For Annual Applefest WARWICK, N.Y -- The buzz is in the air as Warwick preps for the Warwick Applefest. The annual event, held Sunday, Oct. 1, is an ode to fall's favorite fruit with hundreds of vendors, an assortment of live music and other entertainment, a carnival, farmers market and lots and lots of food -- apple-themed of course. It was named by Expedia among the "Essential Fall Experiences." The event is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 845-986-2720. Visit www.warwickapplefest.com for more details.
Walden's Angry Orchard Brews Up Fun With Second Annual Harvest Fest Walden's Angry Orchard Brews Up Fun With Second Annual Harvest Fest
Walden's Angry Orchard Brews Up Fun With Second Annual Harvest Fest WALDEN, N.Y. -- Celebrate the season with Angry Orchard’s second annual Harvest Festival, Saturday, Sept. 23. In addition to six hard cider bars, including a full-profile tap bar, can bar, Treehouse Tasting bar, lawn bar, and two VIP bars, the rain-or-shine, 21-and-older festival will also feature four specialty hard cider tastings of recipes exclusive to its Innovation Cider House.  Guests will also a variety of palate-tempting foods by The Chuck Wagon, Three Mamma’s and Mike, Handsome Devil, Given to Fry, Graffoodi, Farmers & Chefs, Sweet Central Express, Flowers of Lebanon and Ei’s F…
Get Into A Fall Festival Frame Of Mind, Orange County Get Into A Fall Festival Frame Of Mind, Orange County
Get Into A Fall Festival Frame Of Mind, Orange County ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. – Where are you headed as we enter fall festival season, Orange? From Tudor England to apple pies, the Hudson Valley is awash in family-friendly activities. A sampling follows; feel free to add more ideas in our comments or on our Facebook page. Saturday, Aug. 5 to Sunday, Oct. 1 New York Renaissance Faire, Tuxedo: Elizabethan England is brought to life in Sterling Forest. where 300 costumed characters, dancers, strolling minstrels, and storytellers filter around a Tudor style marketplace of period crafts and games. Food, drink, horseback jousting, and more. The event …
Several Sites In Orange County Will Remeber 9/11 Attacks Several Sites In Orange County Will Remeber 9/11 Attacks
Several Sites In Orange County Will Remeber 9/11 Attacks ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. –Monday marks the 16th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. If you're looking to pay your respects, here are some places you can go: Hamptonburgh County Executive Steven Neuhaus and other local officials will be on hand for a remembrance ceremony at the Orange County Arboretum in Thomas Bull Memorial Park.  The event begins at 6 p.m. Deerpark A memorial service will be held at 8:30 a.m. along with a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m. in front of Town Hall.  Chester A ceremony will be held at the Remembrance site at 6:30 p.m. Newburgh A candlelight vigil will…
From Tudor England To Apple Pie, Orange County Has A Festival For You From Tudor England To Apple Pie, Orange County Has A Festival For You
From Tudor England To Apple Pie, Orange County Has A Festival For You ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. – Autumn means festival season in the Hudson Valley. From live music and craft vendors to local produce and games, each event offers a unique atmosphere and schedule of events. Here’s a sampling of where to go; feel free to add more ideas in our comments or on our Facebook page. Saturday, Aug. 5 to Sunday, Oct. 1 New York Renaissance Faire, Tuxedo: Elizabethan England is brought to life in Sterling Forest. where 300 costumed characters, dancers, strolling minstrels, and storytellers filter around a Tudor style marketplace of period crafts and games. Food, drink, horseb…