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Holiday Events at Historic Salyer House: Choir, Puppets, Santa Visits and More

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The historic Salyer House will open its doors for three consecutive Sundays in December—December 7, 14 and 21—for seasonal open house events from 1 to 4 p.m. The museum will feature traditional holiday decorations, period charm, and refreshments, including Mary’s mulled cider and an assortment of cookies.

December 7

Visitors can enjoy holiday carols performed by students from the Tappan Zee High School choir. The performance begins at 2 p.m.

December 14

Pink Flamingo Puppets will present a performance of The Gingerbread Man at 2 p.m., welcoming both children and adults. Santa Claus will make an appearance during the event.

December 21

The final open house of the month will offer general admission with an old-fashioned respite from the holiday rush. Guests can enjoy cider, cookies, and traditional Chanukah treats.

The Orangetown Historical Museum encourages the community to join in the festivities and celebrate the season at the Salyer House.

For more information, visit the museum’s website at www.orangetownmuseum.com or call (845) 398-1302.

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Free Nyack Urban Sketchers Meetup Set for Sept. 8

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The Nyack Urban Sketchers will hold their monthly meetup on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the Nyack Library’s Creative Lab.

The free gathering will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. and offers participants an opportunity to come together and practice urban sketching in a creative, community setting.

The meetup is open to those interested in sketching and drawing, whether they are longtime urban sketchers or simply looking for a creative activity.

Event Details
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 8
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: Nyack Library, Creative Lab
Cost: Free

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