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Grateful Dead Tribute Music & Crafts Festival On the Great Lawn at Harmony Hall – Jacob Sloat House Sloatsburg, NY July 30th

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Sloatsburg, NY – Harmony Hall – Jacob Sloat House was added to the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places in 2006. Born in 1792, Jacob Sloat married Sarah Bigelow Hollenbeck in December 1826 and, together, they had nine children; five of whom died before the age of four. Jacob Sloat was only 23 years old when he built his first local mill in 1815-1816.

 Sloat had gained a reputation as an inventor, industrialist and entrepreneur, producing as much as 8,000 pounds per week of the cotton twine that dominated the New York market, supported a thriving village and made Jacob Sloat a wealthy man. He began construction of a magnificent new home in 1846 ~ an avant-guard Greek Revival gem that he may have designed himself with the help his friend Jasper Cropsey, who was both an accomplished artist and student of architecture.

In the summer of 1848, Jacob Sloat and his family moved into the newly-constructed Harmony Hall. When he died less than a decade later in 1857, the house passed into the hands of his wife Sarah and, in 1861, it was purchased from the widow by the couple’s 23-year-old son, Henry. 

Today, the magnificent home built in the heart of New York State’s historic Ramapo Pass is raising nearly the same level of excitement in the tiny village that it prompted more than 160 years ago when the Jacob Sloat family crossed the newly-painted threshold for the first time. 

This stately home once again welcomes visitors on a limited basis, offering a wide range of arts and educational programming. Harmony Hall is expected to serve as the cultural center of western Rockland County – welcoming visitors to a region renown for its natural beauty, magnificent parks and significant contribution to American history.

There are limited hourly tours of the Harmony Hall – Jacob Sloat House for a $5.00 donation, not included in your ticket price.

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Slick City Action Park Coming Soon to West Nyack

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A new indoor entertainment destination is heading to Rockland County, as Slick City Action Park is preparing to make its way to West Nyack.

Promising giant slides, air courts and plenty of high-energy attractions, Slick City is expected to bring a different kind of entertainment experience to the area for families, children and thrill-seekers.

Unlike traditional trampoline parks, Slick City Action Park focuses on indoor action attractions, including large slides, air courts and interactive activities designed to keep visitors moving and entertained.

The concept offers an opportunity for families looking for an exciting place to spend time together, particularly during colder months and rainy days when outdoor activities are limited.

The upcoming West Nyack location is expected to add another entertainment option to Rockland County, giving residents a new destination for family outings, birthday celebrations and group activities.

While additional details, including the anticipated opening date, operating hours, admission prices and specific attractions, have yet to be confirmed, excitement is building over the arrival of this new indoor attraction.

For Rockland County residents, the question is no longer whether there’s something new to do — it’s how soon they can experience it.

The Slick City West Nyack location is officially scheduled to open in December 2026. 
While an exact calendar day for the grand opening has not been announced yet, you can keep tabs on their progress or buy advanced tickets closer to the date directly through the Slick City West Nyack Portal.

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Flip Circus Returns to Palisades Center October 30–November 9

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October 29, 2026

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Flip Circus Returns to Palisades Center With Halloween Special and Family Ticket Giveaway

Flip Circus is returning to Palisades Center from October 30 through November 9, bringing big-top entertainment and family-friendly fun to the area.

As part of a special Halloween promotion, children ages 10 and younger can receive free admission when they arrive in costume from October 30 through November 1. Tickets can be redeemed at the box office.

To celebrate the circus’s return, a giveaway will offer 10 lucky winners a Family Pack, with each package including tickets for two adults and two children.

How to Enter the Giveaway

Participants must:

  • Follow the giveaway host on social media.
  • Follow Flip Circus on Instagram.
  • Like the giveaway post.
  • Tag the person or people they would bring to the circus.

Winners will be selected and contacted through direct message. Those selected will then be asked to provide a phone number so Flip Circus staff can contact them to schedule their show date.

The giveaway closes Monday, November 2, at 10 a.m.

Families looking for a festive Halloween outing can catch Flip Circus at Palisades Center during its November 9 run. With a special offer for costumed children and a chance to win a family ticket package, the return promises an opportunity to enjoy the excitement of the big top.

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