Events
John Green House in Nyack Celebrate Its 200 Birthday
NYACK, NY: The John Green Preservation Coalition proudly announces the 200th Birthday Celebration of the John Green House at the Nyack Library, 59 S. Broadway, Nyack NY on Saturday, June 22nd from 2pm-4pm.
This free, public event will celebrate the 200th milestone with live music by guitarist, Jeff Rubin, birthday cake, light fare and face painting. Plus guests will learn more about the John Green House’s progress and improvements. The John Green Preservation Coalition President, Winston Perry along with board member, Bebb Stone will give a presentation about the house’s advancements and future goals. Nyack historian, John Patrick Schutz will discuss the history of John Green and his outstanding impact on Nyack as well Rockland County.
Built in 1819, the John Green House is the oldest standing sandstone house in Nyack and one of the last in the Hudson Valley to represent original Dutch-style architecture. The house has been placed on the New York State and National Registers of Historic Places. John Green’s contributions to Rockland County’s future were broad and impactful. John Green was instrumental in helping to form the Nyack Steamboat Association and the first steamboat service from Nyack in the 1820s. He also was a primary supporter of establishing a connecting roadway between Nyack and Suffern which later became Route 59. John Green served as a trustee of the original Nyack Library, was a founder of the First Methodist Church in Nyack, and contributed substantial funds towards the construction of the Old Stone Church in Nyack.
Join the celebration of the 200th birthday of the John Green House on Saturday, June 22, 2019, 2pm-4pm at the Nyack Library, 59 S. Broadway, Nyack, New York. All are welcome. For more information, please visit www.johngreenhouse.org
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – In a solemn and moving Memorial Day tradition, Rockland County Vietnam veterans gathered once again at the Piermont Pier to light the annual Watchfires, a powerful tribute to those who gave their lives in service to our country.
Organized by the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 333, the Rockland County Watchfires are part of a long-standing ritual that symbolizes the beacons once used to guide soldiers home. The fires are ignited at midnight and burn for 24 hours, serving as a stark and heartfelt reminder of the sacrifices made by those who served — especially the more than 58,000 American service members who died during the Vietnam War.
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Hundreds of veterans, local residents, and elected officials turned out to witness the solemn lighting ceremony in Piermont, one of several locations across the county to host a watchfire, including Bowline Point Park in Haverstraw, and Clausland Mountain in Orangeburg.
The event also provides an opportunity for younger generations to learn about the sacrifices of veterans and to express gratitude for their service. The participation of community members and local officials underscores the county’s commitment to preserving the legacy of its veterans and ensuring their stories are never forgotten.
The Rockland County Watchfires continue to be one of the most visually striking and emotionally resonant Memorial Day events in the Hudson Valley, drawing visitors from across New York and neighboring states.
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