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Tappan Firefighters Host Free 6th Annual Holiday Drive-Thru on December 20 at Newly Renovated Firehouse

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The Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan will host its 6th Annual Holiday Drive-Thru on Saturday, December 20, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event will take place at the association’s newly renovated uptown firehouse, located at 300 Western Highway in Tappan, NY.

Attendees are asked to line up on Independence Avenue, facing south toward Western Highway, and to remain in their vehicles for the duration of the event to ensure a smooth, safe experience.

This year’s drive-thru will once again feature appearances from Santa, Rudolph, Frosty, Sparky, and a team of festive elves, all ready to spread holiday cheer to families throughout the community. Organizers also noted that plans are underway for Santa and his friends to travel around town, with more details to be announced as the date approaches.

The event is free for the community, hosted by the Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan, with gifts generously provided by the Tappan Fire District. Although there is no cost to attend, the association will be collecting gifts to support local charity organizations.

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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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