THE ROCKLAND EDIT CALENDAR
Things to do, places to go, and dates worth knowing—curated with the same care as the rest of the paper.
Updated November 2, 2026: removed four elapsed listings and added verified plans through December 11, including community theater in Tappan, St. Nicholas Day in New City and a free BridgeMusik concert in Valley Cottage. Accessibility and weather details remain limited where organizers have not posted them.
01 — START HERE
Active notices, registrations and the next date on the calendar.
Tuesday, November 3 · 10 a.m.–noon and 6–8 p.m.
Rockland residents may bring properly contained home-use needles and other sharps during either collection window. Medical offices and health-care agencies are not eligible, and the program does not accept unscheduled drop-offs.
Good Samaritan Hospital
255 Lafayette Avenue, Suffern · Main lobby or receiving dock off Route 59
November 6–22 · Fridays and most Saturdays 8 p.m. · Sundays 3 p.m.
Antrim Players stages Oscar Wilde’s comedy about double lives, mistaken identities and social conventions. The ticket seller lists 10 performances, including both 3 and 8 p.m. shows on November 21; check the selected date before buying. The organizer does not post event-specific accessibility, parking, transit or cancellation guidance.
Antrim Playhouse at the Manse Barn
32 Old Tappan Road, Tappan
Saturday, November 7 · 7 p.m.–midnight
Nyack Center’s annual benefit includes live music, hors d’oeuvres, auctions, a DJ and an after-party. This year’s honorees are Vinnie Cuccia and Frankie D.; tickets support the center’s community programs.
Nyack Center
58 Depew Avenue, Nyack
Sunday, November 8 · 1–3 p.m.
Rockland County’s public-art program marks its 40th anniversary with an exhibit, hands-on art activities, guest speakers, live music and refreshments. The program is indoors and open to all.
Valley Cottage Library
110 Route 303, Valley Cottage
02 — WORTH PLANNING FOR
Service dates and plans through December 11 for the group chat, family calendar, or a day out.
Beginning Tuesday, November 3 · Starts 9 a.m. · Through mid-winter
Route 59 eastbound is reduced to two lanes while NYSDOT repairs damage from a recent bridge strike. The State expects the restriction to continue through mid-winter. Allow extra time and check 511NY before traveling.
Between 1st Street and Route 304
Nanuet, Town of Clarkstown
Until further notice · Active traffic advisory
Route 304 northbound is reduced to two lanes at the Route 59 overpass while NYSDOT crews perform bridge repairs. The State has not posted an end date. Expect delays and check 511NY before traveling.
Route 59 overpass
Town of Clarkstown
Monday, September 14 · Registration is open
Online registration is now open through CommunityPass. Review the town’s Fall 2026 brochure before choosing a program; availability and placement are not guaranteed, and fees vary by program.
Orangetown Parks and Recreation
Online through CommunityPass
Registration open · Series begin September 28 · Call to reserve a place
Rockland County residents age 60 and older may register for fall chair-yoga or Zumba series through the Office for the Aging. Space is first come, first served; call 845-364-2100 and confirm a place before traveling.
West Nyack, Suffern and West Haverstraw
Four limited-registration series
Wednesday, November 11 · 7–8:15 p.m.
Ashley Danyew leads ACOR's Structure, Status, and Strategy workshop on business entities and tax elections for creative work. This is an educational session, not individual tax advice. Register through ACOR; event-specific captioning or accommodation details are not posted, so ask the organizer before registering if needed. No trip or parking is required.
Arts Council of Rockland · Online via Zoom
Register through the organizer for access
Sunday, November 15 · 4–5:30 p.m.
BridgeMusik artists perform Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos Nos. 2, 4 and 5, plus additional Bach works, in the historic chapel. Event-specific accessibility, parking and transit guidance is not posted.
Sacred Heart Chapel
175 Route 340, Sparkill
Thursday, November 19 · 6–8 p.m.
A free county-WEDC workshop covers grant eligibility, what funders look for, documents to prepare and local opportunities. Advance registration is required. Request disability accommodations from WEDC at 914-948-6098 at least two weeks ahead.
Finkelstein Memorial Library · Fielding Room
24 Chestnut Street, Spring Valley
Saturday, November 21 · Arrive 8:30–9 a.m. · 5K at 10 a.m.
The noncompetitive community run/walk begins and ends in Field 1. Registration is $30 through November 19 or $35 in person on race day. Parking is free. The event is rain or shine; unsafe-condition updates will come by email, text and social media. Everyone except program participants and coaches must register.
Rockland Lake State Park · Parking Field 1
299 Rockland Lake Road, Valley Cottage
Saturday–Sunday, December 5–6 · 45-minute programs at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m.
The Historical Society of Rockland County’s Dutch-American family program includes stories, refreshments and a visit with St. Nicholas and his horse. Prepaid reservations are required; mailed forms and payment are due November 25. The organizer has not posted event-specific accessibility or a weather plan.
Jacob Blauvelt House
20 Zukor Road, New City
Friday, December 11 · 4–5 p.m.
BridgeMusik brings classical and jazz artists together for a free seasonal program. Admission is open to the public and the organizer posts a free registration link. Event-specific accessibility, parking and transit details are not posted; the library announces weather closings on its website and at 845-268-7700, option 6.
Valley Cottage Library · Community Room
110 Route 303, Valley Cottage
A SMALL BUT IMPORTANT NOTE
Confirmed listings have a published organizer or official source. Weather-sensitive events are labeled. Save-the-dates without final details will appear separately rather than being dressed up as settled plans.
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