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Rockland Report Throwback: Remembering Mike Conklin’s Iconic Snow Sculptures in West Nyack

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WEST NYACK, NY — As winter weather brings back memories of snowy days past, residents are taking a nostalgic look back at the incredible snow sculptures created over the years by local artist Mike Conklin in West Nyack.

Following major snowstorms, Conklin transformed piles of snow along Green Road into detailed works of art that quickly became local attractions. Among the most memorable creations were a massive snow turtle and an intricately carved dragon, sculptures that stopped passing drivers and drew visitors from across the area.

The temporary artworks showcased both creativity and craftsmanship, turning ordinary winter snowfall into moments of community wonder and conversation. Photos of the sculptures circulated widely, with residents sharing admiration for the time and effort poured into each piece.

Though the sculptures were fleeting — eventually melting away with warmer temperatures — they left a lasting impression on the West Nyack community and remain a fond memory for many Rockland County residents.

Photo credit: Betty Basnight Crowley
Location: Green Road, West Nyack, New York

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Penguin Rep Theatre Presents Flying Toward the Sun, Aug. 14–Sept. 6

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Penguin Rep Theatre will present the world premiere of Flying Toward the Sun, a new musical by Bill Nabel and Neil Berg, August 14 through September 6 in Stony Point.

The musical follows a newly hired immigration official whose first day on the job brings him face-to-face with the hopes, heartbreak and humanity of people seeking asylum in the United States.

With an original score and a story centered on the personal consequences of immigration and the American dream, Flying Toward the Sun explores the difficult choices faced by people whose lives are shaped by displacement, uncertainty and the search for a better future.

The production marks the world premiere of the musical and continues Penguin Rep Theatre’s tradition of presenting new works for the stage.

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‘Take Me America’ World Premiere Opens at Penguin Rep Theatre

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July 20, 2026

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Penguin Rep Theatre will present the world premiere of Take Me America, a powerful new musical exploring the hopes, dreams, and challenges of the American immigration experience, running August 14 through September 6.

Written by Neil Berg (music and additional lyrics) and Bill Nabel (book and lyrics), the production is set in 2015 and follows Gary Campbell, an immigration official on his very first day on the job.

As Gary meets with individuals seeking a new life in the United States, he is confronted with deeply personal stories of sacrifice, heartbreak, resilience, and hope. Throughout the musical, he must make life-changing decisions that will determine the futures of those standing before him.

Blending an emotional story with an original score, Take Me America offers audiences a timely and thought-provoking look at the human side of immigration while celebrating the courage and determination of those pursuing the American dream.

The production marks another world premiere for Penguin Rep Theatre, which has earned a national reputation for developing new works that have gone on to stages across the country.

Take Me America will be performed August 14 through September 6 at Penguin Rep Theatre in Stony Point. Tickets and additional information are available through the theater’s box office and website.

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