Rockland Singles 60 Plus Afternoon Walks, Hikes, Arts & Ent.

Come enjoy an approx. 3 mile easy, slow/moderate paced walk in the beautiful, historical Van Saun park which includes a fun filled visit to the zoo!

Admission is $2 for Jersey residents and $4 for others. The train and carousel are running this time of the year and are $3 for each.

The gift shop will be open so bring your credit cards and cash. The zoo closes at 4:30.

There will be several stops along the way for a little history and photo opts. Let's see if we can find the brick that our dear, old friend Jay Glaser dedicated to the zoo and is in the entrance floor to the zoo.

The paths are generally flat, paved or brick lined.

Walking shoes or sneakers are all you need. Bring Water and dress in layers.

You will see animals from around the world and have the opportunity for a close encounter with Mountain Lions. Some of the enclosures are not ideal and will hopefully be improved with time. Until then the zoo provides an educational experience and exposes children of all ages to animals they would not otherwise come into contact with. Hopefully when they grow up they will advocate for them.

Rest rooms are available throughout the park.

MEET: AT PARKING LOT 6, THE FIRST LOT ON YOUR RIGHT WHEN COMING IN FROM THE ENTRANCE ON FOREST AVE. SEE MAP IN PHOTOS AT BOTTOM OF EVENT FOR LAYOUT. (LOT #s on the map are very small and in black)

Optional early dinner, snacks or refreshments, if enough interest at the River Edge Diner at 516 Kinderkamack Rd., River Edge a short drive from the park.

Inclement weather cancels. Always check the day of an event for possible updates.

Come celebrate the return of summer dancing with KICK START CHARLIE ; "Rock 'n Roll with a Blast of Brass"! They're back and so are we!!

check them out at: http://www.kickstartcharlie.com

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Its' time to boogie again! Come on down to the Sailhouse, previously the Washington Irving Boat Club overlooking our beautiful Hudson River with views of the Tappan Zee Bridge. Lets' enjoy the long summer days and nights! Check out their menu at: https://www.thesailhousetarrytown.com
Food truck and outdoor bar still available.

Band is scheduled to play from approx. 6-9 cash is quicker and easier for all. Come for an hour or two or stay for the whole shebang!

Tables are according to availability. Lets' try to get tables far from the band and in the shade. Don't forget the sun protection, bugspray and earplugs!
Tables outside by the restaurant are for ordering from the restaurant and are first come so let's do dinner early and have a better chance of getting some tables in the shade.

Look for Meetup Signs on the table.

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PARKING lots available at the club or by meters near the train station a short walk to the restaurant. Bring flashlight just in case.

The SailHouse is conveniently located at the end of Green Street in Tarrytown, just past the Metro North rail station, approx. 1/4 mi. north of the Tappan Zee Bridge on the east side of the Hudson River in Westchester Co., NY.

Inclement weather cancels. Always check the site the day of an event for possible updates.

Directions from website:

FROM ROCKLAND:

Tappan Zee to Rt 9 Tarrytown (1st exit after bridge). At end of the ramp turn Right on Route 9. Take one mile to Main St.. Turn Left on Main St. and follow to the bottom of the hill. Go straight through the traffic light, and bear Right up service ramp. At the top of the ramp make your first Left. Then again make a Left. Follow straight till the end of the road. Follow the sign to the SailHouse.

FROM QUEENS/ LONG ISLAND/ BRONX
SOUTHERN WESTCHESTER:

Throgs Neck Bridge to the Major Deegan thrwy. North to exit 9, Route 9 Tarrytown ( Last exit before the bridge) end of the ramp turn left onto Rt. 119. Follow to the end. Turn right on Rt. 9. Follow one mile to Main St.. Make Left onto Main Street and follow to the bottom of the hill. Go straight through the traffic light and bear Right up service ramp. At the top of the ramp make your first Left. Then again make a Left. Follow straight till the end of the road. Follow the sign to restaurant.

FROM UPPER WESTCHESTER:

Saw mill Pkwy. South to exit 22, 287 West to exit 9, Route 9 Tarrytown ( Last exit before the bridge) end of the ramp turn left onto Route 119. Follow to the end. Make a Right turn onto Route 9. Follow one mile to Main St.. Make Left onto Main Street and follow to the bottom of the hill. Go straight through the traffic light and bear Right up service ramp. At the top of the ramp make your first Left. Then again make a Left. Follow straight till the end of the road. Follow the sign to restaurant.

FROM CONNECTICUT/ NEW ENGLAND:

New England thruway south to 287 West. Take to exit 1 Tarrytown Make a Right onto 119 Follow to the end. Make a Right turn onto Route 9. Follow one mile to Main Street. Make Left onto Main Street and follow to the bottom of the hill. Go straight through the traffic light, and bear Right up service ramp. At the top of the ramp make your first Left. Then again make a Left. Follow straight till the end of the road. Follow the sign to restaurant.

PHONE(914) 332-0517

No Cover/Great Food/Fantastic Band!

Bring the week to a close at this tranquil setting, to be filled with the music of The Kootz, the Rock 'n Roll band with a little fiber!
Don't forget your tie dyes and bell bottoms! :0) Get ready to dance!

Go early for a walk around the grounds to see what's blooming!

I will not be attending so look for other members who sign up and introduce yourselves. Will who organized this summers' bands at Skylands will be around helping out with the concert.

Not for singles only.

The concert is from 6:30- approx. 7:45 on the grounds behind the carriage house. Enjoy snacks or a light, low key dinner as picnicking is technically not allowed. Discretion is the key. Light refreshments will be available. Alcohol is not permitted.

A $5 donation is appreciated.

Parking is free until after memorial day on weekends when there will be a Parking Fee of $5 for NJ residents and $7 for non-residents. Weekdays are Free subject to change.

Bring Water, snacks, Bugspray(tis the season!), Sunprotection and a Chair.

Extreme heat cancels. In case of rain the concert will be moved inside the Carriage House where seating is limited.

ALWAYS check the day of an event for possible updates.

Scroll down for directions and a little history

SCROLL DOWN FOR SOME HISTORY AND DIRECTIONS to Skylands Manor & Botanical Gardens:

A little history:

Skylands Manor

Designed in the mid-1920's by the distinguished American architect John Russell Pope, whose works include the National Archives and the National Gallery of Art, this lovely Tudor Revival Mansion was intentionally made to appear centuries old.

The Manor's weathered stone facade, the sags and ripples in the slate roof, and the classic ironwork combine to transport you through the centuries. Inside, the ground floor includes exquisite antique panelling, fireplaces, and stained glass collected from estates and castles throughout Europe.

PLEASE GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME AND DO SOME RESEARCH WHEN FINDING A NEW PLACE.

NOTE:You Must use the Morris Rd. Entance.

DIRECTIONS:

Via I-287 North or South

Follow I-287 North or South and exit at Exit 57. Follow signs to Skyline Dr. & take Skyline Dr. up the mountain and back down about 4.8 miles. At the first stop sign (Erskine Road) go straight then turn right at the 2nd stop sign onto CR-511 or Greenwood Lake Trnpk. Go about 1.5 miles and take the 2nd right on Sloatsburg Rd. Go about 2 miles past Hewitt Sch., Carletondale Rd.& Margaret King Dr. Turn right onto Morris Road; Skylands is 1.5 miles up Morris Rd. at the top of the hill.

From NYC (NJ-4 and NJ-208)

Take the GW Bridge to NJ-4 west and follow NJ-4 8 miles thru Paramus. Then, take NJ-208 ten miles to I-287 South to exit 57 and follow the directions above.

Via 511 from Pompton Lakes

With the Wanaque Reservoir on your left, you will pass Skyline Dr. on your right and then take the 2nd right onto Sloatsburg Road. Pass Hewitt Sch. and Carletondale Rd. and turn right on Morris Road. Skylands is 1.5 miles up Morris Rd. at top of the hill.

Via N.Y. Thruway (I-87/287) & Route 17

N.Y. Thrwy to Exit 15A (NY Rt 17). Follow NY-17 north to Rockland CR-72 West, which becomes Sloatsburg Rd. in New Jersey. Take Sloatsburg Rd. past Ringwood Manor. Make the next left onto Morris Rd. Skylands is 1.5 miles up Morris Rd. at top of the hill. GO thru Stone Eagles and follow signs to parking lot C which will be on your left right before the "do not enter" sign.

Summertime is back and it's time to celebrate with some of the best fireworks in the county!!! Come listen and dance to the funky sounds of "Epic Soul" all overlooking the beautiful Hudson River!

We may also take a scenic walk if it is not too hot at 6:30 around the park along the Hudson River and around Pecks Pond so wear or bring your sneakers or supportive walking shoes or sandals.

Bring your own picnic dinner, snacks to share, blankets, chairs, Mandatory water, bug spray, sun protection, tables(to leave in car if needed) and flashlights. Don't forget the Bubbles, frisbee, Hula Hoops, kites, etc. EARPLUGS suggested if you plan to dance. :0)

If you are a resident and get there early please reserve our spot (please let me know if you can volunteer to set up table and reserve our spot) in the shade facing the stage to the left, and if not available to the right and far back by the trees and tables. (If not possible we will move to our old spot in front of the tennis courts) Fireworks usually go off on the South end of the park so it is best to be sitting further away from that area to avoid the ash, etc.. LOOK FOR MEETUP SIGNS.

ROLLING COOLERS, OR KNAPSACKS ADVISED, SINCE YOU MAY HAVE ABOUT A 10-15 MINUTE WALK TO THE PARK. (shuttle buses are available too)if the lots in the park are not full you may be able to park in Bowline Point park nearer the picnic area. Refreshments will also be available to purchase and restrooms are provided. I WILL MEET YOU INSIDE THE PARK.

Come celebrate the return of good times with another dazzling summer evening under the stars along our wonderful scenic Hudson!

Not for singles only.

SCROLL DOWN FOR DIRECTIONS AND MORE INFO.

The park opens to the public at 5:00 and you may be able to park inside the park before it fills up. Band starts at approx. 7:30 and fireworks approx. 9:30.
For more info call 845-429-2200

The park is located on the Hudson, 8/10ths of a mile down Bowline Plant Rd., behind Bowline Industries Power Plant off Beach Rd./ Samsondale Rd.. There will be shuttle buses from the parking areas or it's about a 10-15 minute walk from the lot on your left after passing the W.Hav. Municipal bldg on your left and by the basketball courts.

DISREGARD SIGNS YOU MAY SEE ABOUT NON RESIDENTS AS THAT ONLY PERTAINS TO USE OF THE POOL AND OTHER HOURS.

DIRECTIONS:Coming from RT 202 EAST(RAMAPO RD), PASS SHOPRITE ON YOUR LEFT, FORK LEFT AT GURNEE, TOWARD 9W NORTH. GO STRAIGHT THRU TRAFFIC LIGHT, AT 9W, CONTINUE ON GURNEE THRU A TUNNEL UNTIL THE END. TURN LEFT ON WESTSIDE AVE. TO THE BEND. TURN LEFT ON SAMSONDALE AVE. AND TURN RT. AT 140 BOWLINE Plant Rd. TO GET TO PARK.

COMING FROM 9W NORTH, TURN RIGHT AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHT AT GURNEE AND FOLLOW PREVIOUS DIRECTIONS FROM THERE. FROM 9W SOUTH, PASS THE SAMSONDALE PLAZA ON YOUR RT., TURN LEFT AT GURNEE AND FOLLOW PREVIOUS DIRECTIONS TO THE PARK.

ANOTHER OPTION, FROM 9W NORTH, PASS THE SAMSONDALE SHOPPING CENTER ON YOUR LEFT, TURN RT AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHT, AT EAST RAILROAD AVE.(94E), THAN TAKE YOUR FIRST RIGHT, AT THE STOP SIGN(BEFORE THE RAILROAD TRACKS), ONTO SAMSONDALE AVE., PASS AVE. DELI, BOWLINE WILL BE ON YOUR LEFT. COMING FROM 9W SOUTH, TURN LEFT AT THE LIGHT, ONTO E. RAILROAD AVE., AND FOLLOW PREVIOUS DIRECTIONS.

CARPOOLING FROM THE CVS PARKING LOT, a 5 minute ride, LOCATED IN THE SHOP RITE SHOPPING CENTER ON RT 202(56 W.RAMAPO RD.)GARVNERVILLE is an option. Post if you are interested in carpooling, leave contact info and make your arrangements accordingly.

They will also be running bus shuttles throughout the night from the ball park lot to Bowline Point Park.

If you can find a parking spot you are welcome to join in the festivities!

Inclement weather cancels, so always check the day of an event, for any changes. RAIN DATE JULY 3rd.