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Rockland Report Throwback: A Glimpse of the Village of Suffern in 1977

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1 year ago

June 19, 2025

Suffern, NY — This week’s Throwback Thursday takes us back to 1977, capturing a timeless view of the Soldier’s Monument on Washington Avenue in the heart of the Village of Suffern.

Originally shot on 35mm Kodachrome slide film, the photo — shared by John Vomvoris — offers a nostalgic look at the community nearly five decades ago. The image preserves a moment in Suffern’s rich history, showcasing the enduring presence of the Soldier’s Monument, a local landmark that continues to stand as a tribute to those who served.

The photograph highlights the vintage character of the village in the late 1970s, reminding residents and history enthusiasts alike of how much has changed — and what has remained constant — in this Rockland County community.

As part of our ongoing effort to celebrate local history, this vintage image serves as a powerful reminder of Suffern’s heritage, charm, and civic pride.

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Lloyd Suh’s The Heart Sellers Comes to Penguin Rep Theatre

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7 hours ago

July 3, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Penguin Rep Theatre continues its 2026 season with The Heart Sellers, an acclaimed new play by Lloyd Suh, running July 9 through July 26.

The production is directed by Maria Mileaf and is presented under the leadership of Penguin Rep’s founding artistic director Joe Brancato and executive director Andrew M. Horn.

Set in 1973, The Heart Sellers follows two immigrant women who meet by chance in a supermarket just before Thanksgiving. While their husbands, both medical residents, are working, the women spend the evening together sharing stories about adjusting to life in America, preparing a frozen turkey, and navigating the challenges of building a new home.

Described by Broadway World as a “laugh-aloud love letter to friendship,” the play blends humor and heartfelt storytelling to explore themes of belonging, identity, and human connection.

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The Heart Sellers Opens at Penguin Rep Theatre This July

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3 weeks ago

June 14, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Penguin Rep Theatre will transport audiences back to 1973 with its upcoming production of The Heart Sellers, a new play by acclaimed playwright Lloyd Suh.

Running from July 9 through July 26, the production is directed by Maria Mileaf and offers a heartfelt and humorous look at friendship, belonging, and the immigrant experience in America.

Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing nation—where Soul Train dominated television screens, the Watergate scandal filled headlines, and Disney World was still a new attraction—The Heart Sellers follows two young immigrant women who meet by chance at a supermarket just before Thanksgiving.

While their husbands work long hours as medical residents, the women spend the holiday together, sharing stories about their new lives in America and attempting to prepare a frozen turkey for the first time. As the evening unfolds, the pair forge an unexpected friendship while navigating the challenges of building a new home far from their families and familiar traditions.

Described by Broadway World as a “laugh-aloud love letter to friendship,” the play blends humor and heart to explore themes of connection, identity, and the pursuit of the American dream.

Lloyd Suh, one of the country’s most celebrated contemporary playwrights, is known for crafting stories that examine the immigrant experience with warmth, insight, and authenticity. Under the direction of Maria Mileaf, The Heart Sellers promises to deliver a moving and entertaining theatrical experience for Hudson Valley audiences.

Performances will take place at Penguin Rep Theatre in Stony Point throughout July.

For theatergoers seeking a thoughtful comedy filled with humor, nostalgia, and emotional resonance, The Heart Sellers offers a timely reminder of the power of friendship and the meaning of home.