Free Trial Kids Music Classes in Rockland this Week!

MusicClasses4Kids is offering free hour-long trial classes in Rockland this week before the start of their Winter 2012 classes on January 11th. While I'm not completely certain what the classes entail, the website explains:

"We offer morning, evening and Saturday classes consisting of 6-12 children ages 0-6 years old and their parents/caregivers. Each semester features a new musical theme with CD/Songbook, consists of ten 45 minutes long classes once each week that include songs, chants, small and large movement, dance, instrument play, games and craft activities. In addition to hands-on instrument play your children will be introduced to the instruments of the orchestra, a wide spectrum of musical styles/artists/composers from classical to funk and spend time learning about foreign languages through music of other countries."

We're heading over on the 4th to check out the class in New City and will report back to you. OR, you can join us by heading on over to their website to register for one of the many free trials offered January 4th-10th:

Wednesday - January 4th - 9:30 am

New City, NY 

Germonds Presbyterian Church
39 Germonds Road

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Thursday – January 5th - 9:30 am 

Tallman, NY

Tallman Bible Church
280 Route 59

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Thursday – January 5th - 7:00 pm

Pearl River, NY

Beth Am Temple
60 East Madison Avenue

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Friday – January 6th - 9:30 am

Pearl River, NY

Beth Am Temple
60 East Madison Avenue

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Saturday – January 7th - 9:30 am

New City, NY 

Germonds Presbyterian Church
39 Germonds Road

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Tuesday - January 10th - 12:30 pm

Oakland, NJ 

Messiah Lutheran Church

228 Ramapo Valley Road 


An 11-week class (12 weeks if you count the free class) costs $209.00 plus a $15 non-refundable new family registration free. An additional class for the same child or a class for a sibling costs an extra $150. 

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Its Apple Picking Time!

I love love love apple-picking, but last year was the first time I had gone in many years. We had a great time at  the Orchards of Concklin in Pomona, NY, which are about a 10-minute drive from my parents' house. We went in late September, and there were plenty of delicious apples to pick. It wasn't crowded at all either, which was a nice bonus, and they didn't mind if you bit into an apple or two while picking (awesome!) And, of course, the orchard has its own country store which sells pies, ciders, and apple cider donuts among other things. 

It really shaped up to be a great apple-picking experience right in our own backyard. Check out their website for their apple & pumpkin picking schedules, events schedule, and more.

This year we're heading a bit farther away to pick apples because we've been invited by family friends and we like to try new things! At the end of this week we're heading up to Lawrence Farms Orchards in Newburgh, NY to pick apples, pears, sweet corn, and lots of other fresh produce. I am told that there are animals on the farm to pet (but not the horse--he bites!) and adorable wooden play houses for the kids to run through. I really can't wait for our visit, and I'll be sure to post about it soon after.

In early October, we'll be heading to the Applewood Orchards & Winery in Warwick, NY. Not only does this location offer apple-picking and home-brewed ciders (alcoholic and non), but they have hayrides and live music and puppet shows on the weekends (check ahead for schedules). I'm looking forward to our visit there as well and will definitely report back...with pictures!

So, where do you do your apple-picking? And, do you have amazing apple recipes to send me? I'm going to have bags full and I promised my dad a delicious apple pie (don't let him down!)

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Wayne Day Bazaar Starts Wednesday! (7/13-7/16)

Oh, the Wayne Day Bazaar. If you are a North Rocklander you probably have some pretty fond memories of this annual fundraising carnival for Stony Point's Wayne Hose Volunteer Fire Department. I remember way back when it was held at Lowland Park. And I've also gone to the carnival when it was held in Haverstraw and, finally, in Letchworth where it is being held again this year.

Now, the Wayne Day Bazaar is basically your typical town carnival with rides, carnival games and guilty pleasure foods--but to a North Rocklander like myself, it really feels like so much more. The memories and good chance that I'll run into old friends just up the ante for me. But, you don't have to be a townie (or newly remade townie like myself) to have a good time!

The Wayne Day Bazaar and Parade

Wednesday, 7/13 @ 6pm-10pm

Thursday, 7/14 @ 6pm-10pm

Friday, 7/15 @ 6pm-11pm

Saturday, 7/16 @ 6pm - 11pm 

Parade is Saturday at 2pm 

Event Facebook page is HERE.

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Check out Rockland Mother's new events calendar!

Since moving back to good ole Rockland County, I've found that there are a ton of local events worth checking out. So, from here on out, I'll be keeping track of events that catch my eye on Rockland Mother's Local Events Calendar. I hope you'll pop on over to the calendar and find an event that you and your family will enjoy.

If you are a local business with an event that you'd like considered for the calendar--or a reader who simply knows of a great happening going on in Rockland or the nearby beyond--please shoot me an email at rocklandmother@gmail.com.

I'm looking forward to seeing you at an awesome event soon!

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