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Nyack Halloween 🎃 Parade Set for October 26th Kickoff At 5:30

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The biggest small town Halloween parade in America returns to Nyack on October 26th. 

Don your most daring costume and join us in Nyack for a frighteningly fun Halloween Parade on October 26, 2024 at 5:30pm(Rain Date: October 27)

Schedule of events:

Pet costume judging: 12 noon in Memorial Park

Costume judging: 3pm in Memorial Park

Float judging: 3pm in Memorial Park

Parade Steps off: 5:30 from Memorial Park

Special thanks to parade sponsors: Treehouse CannabisOrange & Rockland E-MobilityNyack RidgeVillage of Nyack,

                                     Halloween Prizes 2024

Best Float 
1st Place $1000
2nd Place $500
3rd Place $250
Best Adult Costume 
1st Place $200
2nd Place $100
3rd Place $50.
Best Couple Costume $100
Best Group Costume $100
Best Kids Costume                   
1st Place $75 plus prize
2nd Place $50 plus prize
3rd Place $25 plus prize
Best Pet Costume 
1st Place Paws on Main Prize
2nd Place Paws on Main Prize
3rd Place Paws on Main Prize
               Please note: Throwing candy at the Halloween Parade is prohibited!

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Abraham Lincoln’s 216th Birthday One Of America’s Greatest Presidents

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                                President Abraham Lincoln Feb. 12, 1809 – April 15, 1865

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States, serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. He led the country through the American Civil War and the emancipation of enslaved people. 

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International Day Of Women And Girls In Science February 11th

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2025 marks the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The IDWG in Science is an annual observance adopted by the United Nations General Assembly to promote full and equal access and participation for women in Science.

IDWG in Science is a global effort to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment. Gender equality in science is crucial for building a better future for all, yet women and girls continue to face systemic barriers and biases in pursuing scientific careers.

Closing the gender gap in science requires breaking stereotypes, promoting role models to inspire girls, supporting women’s advancement through targeted programs, and aiding in inclusive environments through policies and actions that promote inclusion, diversity and equity.

Despite statistics that show close performance of girls and boys in science and mathematics, strong gendered stereotypes exist and many girls are still less encouraged in STEM fields and have limited choices for their education and career development.

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