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Join the 4th Annual Shine the Light Walk for Domestic Violence Awareness – October 16, 2025

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Rockland County, NY — In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), the Center for Safety & Change, together with hundreds of survivors, advocates, and community supporters, will lead the 4th Annual Shine the Light Solidarity Bridge Walk on Thursday, October 16, 2025.

This powerful event will bring together organizations including local law enforcement, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Pi Iota Omega Chapter AWAKE, Hope’s Door, Moms Demand Action, My Sisters’ Place, Pace Women’s Justice Center, Putnam Northern Westchester Women’s Resource Center, and Actress, Author & Survivor April Hernandez Castillo, among others.

The walk will begin promptly at 12:00 PM from both the Rockland and Westchester sides of the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge aka The Tappan Zee Bridge, with participants meeting in the center for a special ceremony of solidarity, remembrance, and hope. The gathering starts at 11:30 a.m. on both ends.

Meeting Location (Rockland side):
Path entrance at Franklin Street & Clinton Avenue in Nyack (street parking available).

Why We Walk

Domestic violence affects millions globally:

  • 1 in 3 women experience physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner.

  • 1 in 15 children are exposed to domestic violence in the home.

  • The CDC reports over $727 million in lost productivity and nearly 8 million lost workdays annually due to domestic violence in the U.S. alone.

By joining this walk, we not only raise awareness, but also honor victims, celebrate survivors, and stand united for change.

How You Can Help

  • Wear purple to show your support.

  • Spread the word using #ShineTheLight2025.

  • Visit  www.centerforsafetyandchange.org for more information or to get involved.

Together, we can shine a light on domestic violence and work toward a safer, more just future for all.

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Italian Feast & Carnival Returns to Tappan Sept. 10–13, 2026

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August 7, 2026

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One of the Hudson Valley’s largest celebrations of Italian heritage is set to return this September as the annual Italian Feast & Carnival takes over Masonic Park Fairgrounds in Tappan.

The four-day event will be held September 10–13, 2026, at Masonic Park Fairgrounds, 89 Western Highway, Tappan, conveniently located near the Palisades Parkway, Exit 5 South.

Organizers describe the festival as the largest cultural event in Rockland and Westchester counties, featuring authentic Italian food, carnival rides, games, family-friendly activities, and free live entertainment throughout the weekend.

The festival schedule includes:

  • Thursday, Sept. 10: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Friday, Sept. 11: 5 p.m. to Midnight
  • Saturday, Sept. 12: Noon to Midnight
  • Sunday, Sept. 13: Noon to 9 p.m., with an Outdoor Mass at 10 a.m.

Guests can also enjoy a casino, a Super 50/50 Grand Prize Raffle, and a variety of attractions for all ages.

Admission is $10 per person, and free parking will be available on-site.

Festival organizers remind attendees that outside food and beverages, coolers, backpacks, and pets are not permitted on the grounds.

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Free National Night Out 2026 Clover Stadium on August 6

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August 4, 2026

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The annual National Night Out will return to Clover Stadium on Thursday, August 6, bringing together law enforcement, first responders, and the community for an evening of family-friendly activities and entertainment.

The free event begins at 5 p.m., with the official ceremony scheduled to start on the field at 6:30 p.m. A baseball game will follow at 7 p.m.

National Night Out is designed to strengthen relationships between law enforcement, emergency responders, and the communities they serve. The event offers residents an opportunity to meet local police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and other first responders in a fun and welcoming environment.

Attendees can enjoy live music, face painting, bounce houses, giveaways, and interactive activities for all ages. Police, fire, and emergency vehicles will be on display, along with K-9 demonstrations and mounted police horses.

Organizers say the event is free and open to the public, encouraging families from across Rockland County to attend and spend an evening with the men and women who serve their communities.

National Night Out has been celebrated nationwide since 1984 and has become an annual tradition in communities across the country, promoting public safety, crime prevention, and stronger partnerships between residents and first responders.

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