Events

Gene & Gilda – World Premiere at Penguin Rep Theatre from August 4 – August 27

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3 years ago

July 24, 2023

Stony Point, NY – Penguin Rep Theatre presents the world premiere of Gene & Gilda, with performances beginning Friday August 4th at 2:00pm located at Penguin Rep Theatre, 7 Crickettown Road, Stony Point, New York.

The Penguin’s Rep Theatre is a repurposed 1880 barn in historic Stony Point (Rockland County), New York. “The converted barn, circa 1880, has never been more inviting” (The New York Times). Says Mr. Horn, “It’s theatre so close you can feel it, with comfortable upholstered seats and no seat more than 30 feet from the stage.” The theatre is air-conditioned and handicapped accessible, features assistive hearing devices, and has plenty of free parking.

Gene Wilder (born Jerome Silberman, 1933-2016) was an actor, comedian, writer and filmmaker. He collaborated with Mel Brooks on the films The Producers (1967), for which he was nominated for an Academy Award for best supporting actor; Blazing Saddles (1973); and Young Frankenstein (1974), which he wrote (with Brooks), and which garnered him an Academy Award nomination for best original screenplay. He also starred in a series of films with Richard Pryor, including Silver Streak (1976), Stir Crazy (1980), and See No Evil, Hear No Evil (1989). Wilder also directed and wrote several of his own films, including The Woman in Red (1984). For his last acting performance – a guest role on Will & Grace in 2003, he received an Emmy Award for outstanding guest actor in a comedy series.

Gilda Radner (1946-1989) was an actress, comedian, writer, and singer. She was one of the seven original cast members of the “Not Ready for Prime Time Players” on Saturday Night Live from its inception in 1975 until her departure in 1980. She won an Emmy Award for the show in 1978 and, a year later, portrayed characters developed on the series – including Roseanne Rosannadanna, Emily Litella and Baba Wawa – in Gilda Radner – Live From New York, a highly successful one-woman show on Broadway. Her SNL work established Radner as an iconic figure in the history of American comedy.

Radner met Wilder on the set of the film Hanky Panky and the two married in 1984. This play brings to life the love story of comedic legends Gene Wilder and Gilda Radner, from their first meeting to their poignant farewell. Don’t miss the intimate portrait of these beloved entertainers.

To order tickets or for further information, visit Penguin Rep’s website at WWW.PENGUINREP.ORG or call 845-786-2873.

Events

Rockland County Wendy’s to Honor Foster and Adoptive Families November 18

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2 days ago

November 9, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Rockland County is once again partnering with local Wendy’s restaurants to recognize National Adoption Month and raise awareness about the need for foster families.

For the 15th consecutive year, the Rockland County Department of Social Services (RCDSS) Children’s Services Unit will join Wendy’s locations in Nanuet and West Haverstraw on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, for an event honoring foster and adoptive families throughout the county.

As part of the celebration, the two participating Wendy’s restaurants will provide free meals to Rockland County foster and adoptive families in recognition of the legacy of Wendy’s founder Dave Thomas, who was adopted as an infant.

Thomas became a longtime advocate for adoption and founded the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption in 1992, based on his belief that every child deserves a safe, loving and permanent home.

The local restaurants are operated by Wenesco Restaurants, whose owners, Kevin Woodside and Phillip Anastos, are continuing Thomas’ legacy by supporting foster care and adoption initiatives in the community.

99 Rockland County Children Have Found Forever Homes

The annual partnership has helped bring attention to the importance of foster family recruitment and adoption throughout Rockland County.

According to county officials, 99 children have found their forever homes over the past 15 years with the assistance and support of community partners like Wendy’s.

“We are grateful to Wendy’s for partnering with us for the 15th consecutive year to raise awareness of the need for caring and loving foster homes and to recognize the tireless efforts and compassion of our adoptive and foster care parents,” said Patrick A. Frawley, Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Social Services.

County Executive Ed Day also encouraged residents who have considered fostering a child to learn more about the opportunity.

“Fostering a child is a truly special opportunity to change a young person’s life,” Day said. He encouraged anyone considering becoming a foster parent to explore the process and discover the difference they could make in a child’s life.

Residents Invited to Learn About Becoming Foster Parents

In addition to honoring existing foster and adoptive families, the November 18 event will give residents an opportunity to speak with representatives and learn more about becoming a foster parent or navigating the adoption process.

Anyone interested in learning more is invited to stop by either participating Wendy’s location between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18.

Participating locations:

Wendy’s Nanuet: 90 Route 59, Nanuet, NY
Wendy’s West Haverstraw: 125 Route 9W, West Haverstraw, NY

Residents interested in becoming foster parents can also find additional information through the Rockland County Department of Social Services at FosterRockland.com.

The annual event serves as a reminder that every child deserves a safe and loving home, and that becoming a foster parent can make a lasting difference in a young person’s life.

Events

Lowe’s Offering Free Holiday Engine Workshop for Kids November 14

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3 days ago

November 8, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Kids Club Holiday Engine Workshop Announcement

Families looking for a fun and creative activity for their children this November can take advantage of a free holiday-themed workshop through Lowe’s Kids Club.

Lowe’s is inviting young builders to get creative during its Holiday Engine Workshop, scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 10 a.m.

The free workshop gives children an opportunity to participate in a hands-on building activity while celebrating the holiday season.

Part of the Lowe’s Kids Club program, these workshops are designed to encourage creativity, introduce children to basic building skills and provide families with an opportunity to enjoy a fun activity together.

The Holiday Engine Workshop is free to participate in, but advance registration is required. Parents or guardians must have a child’s Kids Club profile and complete registration to participate.

Space and participation may be subject to availability, and Lowe’s notes that workshops are subject to terms and conditions and may change.

For families interested in signing up, additional information and registration details are available at Lowes.com/KidsClub.

With the holiday season approaching, this is another opportunity for young builders to roll up their sleeves, get creative and enjoy a little hands-on holiday fun!