Arts/Entertainment
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Arts and Entertainment for this Month
Towers of Nyack: our cover story
A photographic exhibit showcasing many of Nyack’s most dramatic architectural features is on view at the Museum of the Historical Society of the Nyacks. The photographer is Bob Goldberg, long time leader of Nyack Walking Tours and of the John Scott Armchair Walking Tours.
Towers crown many Victorian homes and buildings in Nyack. They are readily seen, but seldom appreciated., says Goldberg. Many of them are on buildings that have been maintained in excellent condition, while others cry out for care. We hope this exhibit will foster a sense of pride in the many beautiful buildings that grace the streets of the Nyacks.
The exhibit is on view Saturdays through June 1, and is open from 1pm 4pm. Also accessible: The Historical Society’s collection of artifacts, pictures, and documents; publications and cards are available for purchase.
Saturdays in May, 1pm to 4pm at the Museum of the Historical Society of the Nyacks, 50 Piermont Avenue in the he he DePew House, behind Nyack Library.
Info: 845.418.4430 or visit www.nyackhistory.org
Casino Night at Nyack Seaport
Walk away with exciting raffle & auction items, play games, enjoy terrific food and the company of friends all while you help to make our great schools even greater.
Last Winter, Inspire Nyack donated another $50,000 to the Nyack School District’s Science Programs, bringing the total for the past six years to $250,000. It all goes to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math such as the Robotics curriculum initiated in 2007, taught in grades K-4, the Robotics taught in Middle School, and the growing Science Research Class in the High School.
Friday, May 17 from 7:30 to 11:30pm at Nyack Seaport. 2 Spear St, Nyack NY. Single tickets $150 w/300 chips, Couple $250 w/600 chips. Info: 845.353.3200.
Buy tickets online at www.inspirenyack.org/fundraising.php
Childrens Shakespeare Theatre
3rd Annual Benefit Yard & Bake Sale Sat May 18. Drop-off dettetdetails and to volunteer to help please contact Rebecca Gmucs @ rjgmucs@gmail.com
Set-up 7am to 10am; 4pm pack up. Sale starts at 10am. Donations should be clean, complete and usable. Furniture that needs a little work is salable, broken toys are not. Taxable donation forms available at drop-off site.
The Children’s Shakespeare Theatre proudly presents Henry V May 10, 11, 17 & 18 at 7pm at the Palisades Presbyterian Church 117 Washington Spring Rd.
Tickets: http://henryv.brownpapertickets.com Children’s Shakespeare Theatre, Box 558 Palisades NY 10964.
Artist of the Month
at The Corner Frame Shop is Liza Altman, who will exhibit her acrylic paintings from May 1 thru May 30. An artist s reception will be held Sat, May 4 from 6 to 8pm.
Self taught artist Liza Altman moved from Manhattan to Nyack ten years ago. She has been painting her surroundings ever since, using acrylics, colored pencils and pens.
Corner Frame Shop, 40 S. Franklin Ave. Hours Tues thru Sat, 10am to 5:300:30pm. Info phone 845.727.1240 or e-mail hal@thecorneframeshop.com
At Hopper House
82 N Broadway, Nyack. Gallery hours: Thurs-Sun, 1-5pm or by appt. Admission $5 adult, $3 Seniors. Members, students and children free.
Sunday Afternoon benefit at Pretty Penny
Visit the restored home and gardens of actress Helen Hayes and her playwright husband, Charles MacArthur, in the Village of Nyack. Tickets $100pp; info /to buy tickets call 358.0774 or visit edwardhopperhouse.org Sun, May 5 from 2 to 5pm5pm5pm
The Ghost Army of World War II
An exhibition of original works by soldiers in The Ghost Army, an extraordinary World War II deception unit loaded with artists. Through June 9
My Dear Mr. Hopper: The Story Starts Here
20 original letters from Alta Hilsdale (1884-1948) to Edward Hopper (1882-1967) that document their previously unknown romantic relationship and provide a new context for understanding works he created 1904-14. May 18 Oct 20.
Indonesian Music and Puppets
Piermont Librrary presents Gamelan Son of Lion, a new music ensemble, performing a play drawn from US history, using traditional Indonesian percussion instruments, and shadow puppets.
Sun May 19, at 3pm at Piermont Library, 25 Flywheel Park West, Piermont, NY. Info: 845.359.4595.
Free First Friday Film Series
Piermont Public Library presents Jiro Dreams of Sushi (2011), David Gelb’s documentary about 85 year-old Jiro Ono, considered by many to be the world’s greatest sushi chef. This film is a portrait of the artist in full flower, a master who achieves an unmatched degree of perfection. Thoughtful, restrained and beautiful in every detail Jiro Dreams of Sushi is a reminder of the power of simplicity. Free and open to all.
Fri, May 3 at 7:30pm at Piermont Library, 25 Flywheel Park West, Piermont, NY. Info: 845.359.4595.
Morning Music Club
celebrates its 63rd annual Scholarship Recital at 7:30pm May 14, followed by a festive reception at Nauraushaun Presbyterian Churchhrch, 51 Sickletown Road , Pearl River, NY. Carpooling is recommended. The Hon. Harriet Cornell will present the awards to six outstanding young musicians. Free and open to the public. Tax deductible donations to the Scholarship Fund are gratefully accepted at the door. Info: Martha Attebury, 735-5556 mdattebury@optonline.net
Concert at Rockland Conservatory
The next concert to benefit students and programs in the Overtures series features Frank Vignola & Vinny Raniolo, two of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. These talented musicians will perform at 45 S. Main Street in Pearl River at 7pm, Fri May 31. Tickets, $25 and $20 for students and seniors. may be reserved by calling 845.356.1522 ext108. For info about lessons, upcoming events and concerts, visit: www.rocklandconservatory.org or call 845.356.1522.
At Flywheel Gallery
223 Ash Street, Piermont, NY. Gallery Hours: Thurs & Sun 1-6 pm, Fri & Sat 1-9 pm or by appt. Info call 845.365.6411 or visit
www.piermontflywheel.com
May 16 to June 2 a show of new paintings by Closter artist Eileen Karakashian, who primarily works in acrylics and mixed media, finds inspiration in an unusual material coffee grinds. Armenian coffee is a thick brew, boiled and served with powdered grounds in individual copper or brass pots. The grounds left after drinking the coffee can be used for fortune-telling. The cup is commonly turned over into the saucer to cool, and then the patterns of the coffee grounds are used for a method of fortune telling known as tasseography.
SAVE THE DATE: Blue Rock School exhibit and auction
A 2-day celebration begins Sat, June 1 from 7 to 10pm with the opening of an Art Show and Sale of works by distinguished artists, Silent Auction and Champagne Reception with hors d oeuvres and entertainment.
Family Fun Day to benefit Blue Rock School on Sun, June 2, from 2 to 4pm, features singer-songwriter Tom Chapin and other musical performances, face painting, caricatures, student poetry readings, show of student artwork and more.
June 1&2 at Emmett’s Castle in Pearl River. Kids 12 and under admitted free with an adult. Buy tickets at bluerockschool.org & brownpapertickets.com and at door.
Info 845.627.0234 or visit www.bluerockschool.org
RIVERTOWN FILM
At Nyack Center, South Bdwy at Depew, Nyack. All films presented digitally. Info: 845.353.2568
Tickets: $11 gen l adm; $8 students seniors & gen l members; $7 student & senior members unless s ss ss otherwise noted. Purchase tickets at door, in advance from 800.838.3006 or online at www.rivertownfilm.org
Wed, May 8 8pm at Nyack Center
RUST AND BONE
Directed by Jacques Audiard with Marion Cotillard, Matthias Schoenaerts; 2012, France, 120 minutes, rated R
A film about damaged souls trying desperately to heal. Ali and his son flee to Antibes, where their hardscrabble existence continues. Stephanie is a trainer of killer whales; after she suffers a catastrophic accident, thessse two broken people forge a connection in which they endeavor to humanize and discipline their wilder impulses.
A strong, emotionally replete experience, and also a tour de force of directorial button pushing. A. O. Scott, NY Times
Wed, May 22 8pm at Nyack Center
RADIO UNNAMEABLE
Directed by Paul Lovelace, Jessica Wolfson; 2012, USA, 87 minutes, documentary
Meet the Filmmakers: Directors Paul Lovelace & Jessica Wolfson following the film May 22.
An elegiac chronicle of a by-gone era (the 60 s) and celebration of a late night radio host on WBAI-FM in New York, Bob Fass. Mr. Fass was an influential voice in broadcasting and to the times whose ideals and follies he helped to articulate. Interviews with Judy Collins and Arlo Guthrie, WBAI staff members, and others document the tumultuous times of social and political change.
The charm of Radio Unnameable is, finally, elegiac. It can make you wish or, if you’re lucky, remember that you were a sleepless New Yorker in 1967, kept from loneliness by a gentle, soulful voice on the radio. A.O. Scott, The New York Times.
