France opposed to military solution in Mali

BAMAKO, Mali -- France's foreign minister says he's opposed to a military operation in Mali, where government forces are battling Tuareg separatists.

Alain Juppe says his country is willing to help mediate between Mali's government and the rebels who began their offensive in mid-January.

Juppe met with Mali's president on Sunday to discuss the unrest and the Malian presidential election set for later this year. The meeting came a day after Juppe spoke with the president of Burkina Faso.

Tens of thousands have been displaced internally or have fled to surrounding countries since the separatist group began attacking towns in Mali, a former French colony.

Source: http://www.miamiherald.com/2012/02/26/2662001/france-opposed-to-military-solution.html

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MEXICO CITY (AP) - Concerns about Europe's sovereign debt crisis topped the agenda Saturday at the meeting in Mexico City of G-20 finance ministers, with financial sector leaders praising Greece's offer to repay bondholders at a steep discount, while others cautioned Greece will get no more money if it doesn't make structural reforms.

The debate over whether the countries of the European Union have contributed enough to emergency financial stabilization funds to calm the sovereign debt fears continued. And the question of a further boost to the effort from the International Monetary Fund is likely to be discussed, but not solved, at the weekend's Mexico City meeting.

Angel Gurria, the head of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, set the bar for the debate high in a speech Saturday, saying an adequate financial stabilization fund would imply about $1.5 trillion, about three time the amount currently committed by European nations, with about half a trillion coming from the IMF.

"We still have to build the mother of all firewalls," Gurria said. "The thicker the firewall is, the less likely we'll have to use it."

German central bank president Jens Weidmann noted that Euro-area political leaders will meet in March to decide whether to further increase the current 500-billion-euro financial stabilization effort, and while he didn't rule out increased funding, he said money alone won't do it.

"Higher walls of money can buy time, but that time must be used to tackle the roots of the crisis," Weidmann told a seminar prior to the ministers meeting. "Ultimately, Greece cannot be forced to comply with the program," he said of the indebted country's commitment to make fiscal, wage and other reforms in exchange for the European bailout.

"But it should be clear that no further disbursements will be warranted if Greece fails to keep its side of the bargain," Weidmann said.

Gurria said the current stabilization fund effort came at least a year late, and noted wryly that "you can't accuse the Europeans of being too fast."

In an interview with cable channel CNBC on Friday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said Europe must do more.

Asked how big the stabilization firewall should be, Geithner said, "Bigger than they have today."

Mexican Treasury Secretary Jose Antonio Meade appeared ready to wait on discussing further IMF funding, noting "it's too soon yet in the process to start discussing specifics on methods and amounts."

Mexican central bank Governor Agustin Carstens said Friday that the "IMF's lending capacity is an issue that will be discussed" at Saturday's meeting among finance ministers and central bankers.

But one Canadian finance official, who was not authorized to speak on the record, said that "on the issues of IMF funding, I don't think we are near a consensus."

Greeks have weathered tough austerity measures, including slashing pensions and benefits, and reducing the minimum wage by around 23 percent.

On Friday, investors in Greek government bonds were also asked to bear a bit of the pain. The government formally presented an offer under which private bondholders would exchange their bonds with new ones with a 53.5 percent lower face value, longer maturities of up to 30 years and lower interest rates - an annual 2 percent by 2015, 3 percent to 2021 and 4.3 percent after that.

The deal would help Greece knock about 107 billion euros ($142 billion) off its debt.

Charles Dallara, a senior banker who led what he called "laborious, lengthy, difficult negotiations" on the bond-swap with Greece, praised the deal, saying investors would get 15 percent cash up front for taking the offer.

He said "there are extremely important term and conditions," some of which might allow investors to get slightly better payouts if Greece's economy improves.

"We are quite optimistic that once investors study carefully, on their own individual decisions, according to their own process, there will be a high takeup in a voluntary fashion," Dallara said.

But he noted with concern that the Greek government had drawn up plans for collective action clauses, which would allow the settlement to be imposed on all bondholders if a majority of them agree to the offer.

"The Greek government has decided to pass legislation introducing collective action clauses," Dallara told the conference. "But in my discussions it has been made clear that no decision has been made whether or not they will activate those collective action clauses. Should they decide to activate, of course it does raise concerns."

The conference was full of gloom, with central bankers and politicians warning that austerity and structure reform would continue, and private bankers complaining that an increased wave of regulations and capitalization requirements following the 2008 financial crisis would make it hard for them to supply the credit needed for economic recovery.

Gurria, the OECD head, also complained that amid the economic downturn, "protectionism is rearing its ugly head. ... We have to fight it like the plague."

There was one sort of bright spot, however; emerging economies, which were forced to take often tough advice from the developed nations during the crises of the 1980s and 1990s, have weathered the current sovereign shock fairly well.

With lower levels of debt, and often more responsible fiscal policies, they are now in a position to turn the tables and offer advice to Europe, as Mexico's Carstens did Friday.

He said Latin America's experience showed social safety networks should be preserved, but that structural reforms, like budget cuts - "strong, painful but necessary actions" - should be carried out without delay.

"The unavoidable remedial measures in the short term can deepen the impact of the crisis on economic activity, unemployment and poverty, but these costs tend to be much higher if the adjustments measures are postponed or adopted only partially," said Carstens.

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Georges Lucas? daughter wins, celebrates with Darth Vader and some Stormtroopers

Amanda Lucas, the daughter of "Star Wars" creator George Lucas, won again in Japan this weekend. She beat up on Yumiko Hotta for two and a half rounds before submitting her with a keylock. With that win, she claimed the DEEP open-weight women's championship and improved her record to 4-1.

A record like that proves the force is strong with her. Darth Vader approved, and even showed up to celebrate. Skip to the 15-minute mark to see Lucas finish Hotta, and like he did in Cloud City, Vader just appears. At the 20-minute mark, he gives his clenched fist of approval, and then poses like a proud papa with Lucas in the final minute of the video.

Lucas had three straight submission wins in DEEP. She trains at Cesar Gracie Academy, the home of Nick and Nate Diaz and Jake Shields, as well as with Gilbert Melendez's Skrap Pack. Perhaps Vader can stop by at Cesar Gracie's and teach the no-hands, force-choke that served him so well as he ruled the galaxy.

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AP - The Supreme Court is setting an election-season review of racial preference in college admissions, agreeing Tuesday to consider new limits on the contentious issue of affirmative action programs.

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Despite vocal opposition from many, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has signed an executive order requiring state buildings to fly U.S. and New Jersey flags at half-staff on Friday to honor New Jersey native Whitney Houston, who died Feb. 11, Philly.com is reporting.

Original reports said the flag would be lowered on Saturday, the day of Houston's funeral, but the order calls for it to happen Friday instead.

The order calls Houston "a gifted singer, remarkable?performer, and iconic figure who left an indelible mark upon the?popular music landscape in the State of New Jersey and across our?nation" and goes on to say the singer "?left a legacy in?this state that will be cherished for many years."

Flags in the state will also fly at half-staff on Feb. 21 to honor Marine Lance Corporal Osbrany Montes De Oca, a N.J. native who died in service in Afghanistan. Much of the criticism Christie received centered on the idea that Houston was being honored in a way that should be reserved for service members.

As the controversy grew, Christie pointed out that he has ordered?flags in the state be flown at half-staff for all 31 of the New Jersey soldiers who have died during his time in office and every fallen police officer during that time.

Governors of American states are authorized by federal law to make this order at their discretion to honor state officials or residents who have died. Nothing requires that the person honored must be a politician or service member; in fact, Christie approved a similar order when Springsteen band member Clarence Clemons died last June.

In msnbc.com's poll on Wednesday asking if Houston should be honored in this way, more than 63,000 readers voted no, while more than 9,000 voted yes.

On Wednesday,?a person commenting on a story on NJ.com said that some state employees will willingly disregard the order. Under the name General Rant, the commenter wrote: "Don't worry, I work at a state building?and trust me, it'll be at the discretion of the management. If you think there'll be full compliance with the order, think again, because there won't."

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By Sylvia Wood, msnbc.com

State officials have shut down a family-run day care center in Emporia, Kan., after?allegations that the?owner used prohibited?punishment, which could include spanking or slapping, on the children in her care.

Pamela J. Gile received her license to operate the center on July 20, 2011, according to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment.

Earlier this week, health officials alleged that Gile ?used prohibited punishment? on children between Jan. 17 and Feb. 10, which besides spanking, could?include verbal abuse, derogatory remarks and threats. The state issued an emergency order of suspension effective Feb. 14.

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No other details were released. Efforts by msnbc.com to obtain a phone number for?Gile were not successful.

?We can?t discuss any of it because it?s under investigation,? Barbara Hersh, spokeswoman for the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, told msnbc.com.

Gile?s license authorized her to care for up to 10 children ages two weeks to 16 years, depending on their number and ages. Hersh said information about the number of children in Gile?s home at the time her license was suspended will be available when the investigation is complete.

Kansas, like most states, bans corporal punishment in child-care settings. But even in those states where it?s not illegal, authorities?say corporal punishment can go too far.

On Wednesday, the owner of a day care center in Seneca, S.C., was arrested on allegations that she beat a 4-year-old boy, according to WYFF4.com. Tracy Dawn Maxie, 42, owner of Maxie Mom?s Daycare, is charged with unlawful conduct toward a child, the NBC affiliate reported.

Seneca Police Chief John Covington told the station's website: ?In this case, we strongly feel that the line was crossed between administering discipline and committing a criminal act.?

The child had "severe bruising on the upper back, buttocks, to the upper part of the bottom of the legs,? Covington told WYFF4.com. ?Those injuries wouldn't have appeared from a single blow. It was obvious that corporal punishment went way too far.?

Erin Wilkins of the National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education, in Colorado, told msnbc.com that corporal punishment should be banned in all child-care settings.

?Research links corporal punishment with negative effects such as later aggression, behavior problems in school, antisocial and criminal behavior, and impairment of learning,? she said.

The National Association for Family Child Care, based?in?Utah, seeks to improve the quality of home-based child care through an accreditation program that requires providers to comply with 289 standards, including not using corporal punishment or verbal abuse in disciplining children.

Of its 7,000 members, including current and former child care providers, 2,500 are accredited, according to Barbara Sawyer, director of special projects.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends against spanking as a discipline tool under any circumstances. A 2010 study published by the journal Pediatrics found that children who are spanked frequently at age 3 are more likely to be aggressive when they are 5.

?There are ways to discipline children effectively that do not involve hitting them and that can actually lower their risk for being more aggressive,? said Catherine Taylor in a statement at the time. Taylor was one of the co-authors of the study and is an assistant professor at the Tulane University School of Public Health.

?So the good news is, parents don?t have to rely on spanking to get the results that they want,? she said. ?If they avoid spanking but instead use effective, non-physical types of discipline, their child has a better chance of being healthier and behaving better later.?

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Rockland Happenings | Essentials Magazine

Thursday, February 9
Israeli Folk Dance ? JCC Rockland
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM? Open sessions include circle, line and couples dancing. Instruction is offered.
Members $10 per session ? Public $12 per session 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM 450 West Nyack Road,
West Nyack, NY, 10994, Phone: 845.362.4400, Fax: 845.362.5107, info@jccyofrockland.org www.jccyofrockland.org Contact: Bonnie Wind, 845.362.4400 x 109 or bonniew@jccrockland.org

Thursday, February 9 ?
?Make Over Your M.S.?? Fundraiser at The Chocolaterie, New City
Skin consultants will be on hand, offering free mini-makeovers to those with MS, & Devin Designs will offer cash for gold.? A percentage of sales will go to the non-profit organization ?Makeover your M.S.?
7-9pm, for more info call Chocolaterie 845 638-3322.

Friday, February 10 ?
Open Gym ? The Sports Place
7:30-10:30pm ? Young elementary, Tween
$15.00 ? 600 Bradley Parkway ? 845 358-4263 Blauvelt , NY 10913 www.thesportsplace.com

Friday, February 10
Holiday Workshop For Valentine?s Day ? Jill?s Ceramics
3pm, All Ages 180 Germonds Road ? 845-623-4975 West Nyack , NY 10994 www.jillsceramics.com
Roll up your sleeves and get creative for Valentine?s Day. Paint a heart-shaped box, candy dish, plate, or mug for the one you love. Pieces can be painted and taken home the same day or glazed with a variety of finishes. Fee includes supplies and instruction. Pre-registration is requested.

Friday, February 10 Jill?s Ceramics Toddler Workshop for Valentine?s Day
12pm 180 Germonds Road ? 845-623-4975 West Nyack, NY 10994 www.jillsceramics.com
Children (ages 2-5) will use their hand prints to design a trivet, mug, dish, or other unique gift for Valentine?s Day. Jill?s also has many heart-shaped items to choose from. Fee includes supplies and instruction. Pre-registration is requested.

Saturday, February 11 Book Signing ? ?A Decorators Tales? by Roseann Kearney
Book signing at Guilos Restaurant, 154 Washington St., Tappan 845 359-3657.? From 12-3pm ? Light refreshments will be available.? Portions of all purchases of the day will be donated to ?Care About the Strays?.
Saturday, February 11
Valentines Day Storytime: Plant A Kiss ? Barnes & Noble ? The Palisades Center
11am Cost: FREE ? 4416 Palisades Center Drive ? 845-348-4701 West Nyack , NY 10994
www.bn.com.? In anticipation of Valentine?s Day, the store hosts a special story-time featuring Plant a Kiss, by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Children will find out how one small act of love blooms into something bigger and more dazzling than Little Miss could have ever imagined in this epic journey about life, kindness, and giving. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served.

Sunday, February 12 & 26
ADAPTED SKIING PROGRAMS SCHEDULED
This winter, Belleayre Mountain in Highmount, New York and Helen Hayes Hospital will be hosting a series of Adaptive Skiing Workshops. The events, which are open to individuals with disabilities, are being held in conjunction with Helen Hayes Hospital?s Adapted Sports and Recreation Program and are free of charge.? Adaptive Skiing Workshops are scheduled on Sundays on the following dates: Two sessions on each day: from 8:45 a.m. ? 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 ? 4:00 p.m.
Instructors specializing in adaptive skiing will offer beginner, intermediate and advanced lessons. First time students will receive an overview of the equipment and fittings prior to getting out on the snow. Adaptive equipment will be available for skiers with disabilities.? Participants should come attired in appropriate winter/snow clothing.? Helen Hayes Hospital, the region?s leader in specialty physical rehabilitation services, is committed to enabling individuals of all abilities to pursue competitive and recreational sports and activities. These activities speed the recovery process, improve and maintain health and conditioning and foster socialization and camaraderie. The Adapted Sports & Recreation Program makes activities such as kayaking, yoga, sailing, softball, basketball and gardening available to individuals of all abilities.? The workshops are free of charge but pre-registration is required. For additional information on the Adapted Sports & Recreation Program or the downhill skiing programs at Belleayre Mountain, or to register for one or more of the workshops, contact: Matthew Castelluccio, Adapted Sports Coordinator, 845-786-4950 OR castellucciom@helenhayeshosp.org
Sunday, February 12
Tenafly Nature Center ? Maple Syrup Making
12:30 and 2pm ? 313 Hudson Avenue ? 201-568-6093 Tenafly , NJ 07670? www.tenaflynaturecenter.org Learn how to identify a maple tree as well as a little history of syrup-making. Then check tapped trees and help boil down sap to make fresh, warm, maple syrup. Pre-registration is suggested. Guided nature walk follows February 5 program. The Tenafly Nature Center (TNC), which opened in 1961, is a 400-acre nature preserve in Bergen County dedicated to protecting its inhabitants and providing environmental education to the next generation. The center is open to the public, offering activities during every season. On its nature trails, visitors can hike, cross-country ski, and snowshoe, depending on the season. TNC Pond is available for ice-skating during the winter. Visitors are also welcome to bird-watch and observe the wildlife that inhabits the center?s woodlands. TNC is home to more than 50 species of birds and a stopover for hundreds of others during spring and fall migrations. Red fox, white-tailed deer, chipmunks, frogs, toads, salamanders, and snakes are also common sights, along with a variety of other flora and fauna. TNC?s Visitor?s Center, located in the John A. Redfield Building, houses natural history exhibits, live animals, the Stephen Minkoff Memorial Library, and professional educators available to answer visitors questions. More than 1,100 groups of children visit TNC each year. The center plans a variety of public programs, including Summer Nature Day Camp for students in pre-K through eighth grade, Little Naturalists weekly program for pre-K children and their parents, Family Nature Walks, and more. TNC also offers afterschool programs and educational programs for schools, home schools, and scouts; professional development for teachers; and birthday party packages. Tenafly Nature Center is located at 313 Hudson Avenue in Tenafly, NJ, close to Rockland County. Parking is available. No bikes or strollers are allowed beyond the parking lot. TNC is open daily 9am-5pm, with trails open from dawn till dusk. Groups of 10 or more should call ahead to make arrangements. Pre-registration is required for most programs. For more information, call 201-568-6093 or visit www.tenaflynaturecenter.org.
Sunday, February 12
Munchkins and Mishpacha (Mommy/Daddy and Me) ? Congregation Sons of Israel
11am Price: $15 ? 300 North Broadway ? 845-358-3767 Upper Nyack , NY 10960
WWW.CSINYACK.ORG. Mother, fathers, grandmas, or grandpas are invited to spend the morning with their favorite toddler.

Friday, February 17 ?
Cornerstone Visitors? Days ? Visitors Days
9:30am ? 384 New Hempstead Road ? 845-634-7977 New City, NY 10956 ? www.ccsny.org
Cornerstone Christian School invites parents interested in sending their children to Cornerstone to come tour the school. Tours done by appointment only.

Friday, February 17 & Thursday, February 23 ?
Introductory Session ? Green Meadow
Waldorf School
9am ? 307 Hungry Hollow Road ? 845-356-9715
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 ? www.gmws.org ? This two-hour event for parents includes a video presentation, ?Waldorf Education: A Vision of Wholeness,? a question and answer period with the school?s administrator, and a campus tour. Please register with Admissions Coordinator, Patricia Owens, powens@gmws.org.

Saturday, February 18
Mammoth Follies ? SUNY Rockland
Community College
2:30pm ? $2 discount for advance purchase tickets.?? 145 College Road ? 845-359-1006
Cultural Arts Theatre Suffern, NY 10901 www.hvpuppets.org. Hudson Vagabond Puppets brings a big subject to small theater-goers. Mammoth Follies explores the wonders in the form of an entertaining musical revue complete with original songs, jokes, and dances performed by giant dinosaur puppets.

Monday, February 20
Bounce! Trampoline Sports ? Open on President?s Day
10am-8pm For Pre-school & younger, Young elementary.? 612 Corporate Way ? 845-368-4000
Valley Cottage, NY 10989 www.bounceonit.com ? Bounce Trampoline Sports opens its doors early on the President?s Day school holiday. Let your kids run, jump, and have fun at this funky indoor play-space which has a separate area for young children. Higher fees apply for older kids.

Sunday, February 26 ?
Purim Carnival ? JCC?? 1pm ? 3:30pm
Slides and bounce house provided by K&A House of Bounce, Game Booths, Prizes, Purim Arts and Crafts, Ball Kit, Clowns, Face Painting, Snacks, Treats and much more! Members $25/family (includes 75 tickets) Public $25/family (includes 50 tickets) Purchase your ticket pack by Feb 10 and receive 10 extra tickets! For more information, contact Cathie Izen at 845.362.4400, x 103 or cathiei@jccrockland.org. 01:00 PM to 03:30 PM ? 450 West Nyack Road, West Nyack, NY, 10994, Phone: 845.362.4400, Fax: 845.362.5107, info@jccyofrockland.org or jccyofrockland.org ? Cathie Izen, Phone: 845.362.4400 ext 103? cathiei@jccrockland.org

Monday, February 27
Tea & Play ? Green Meadow Waldorf School
1pm ? 307 Hungry Hollow Road ? 845-356-9715? Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 ? www.gmws.org
Parents of prospective students are invited to have tea with a member of the school?s Early Childhood faculty and learn more about the program. Meanwhile, participants? children can plays in one of the school?s classrooms. Pregnant women and parents with children from birth through kindergarten-age are invited. Drop-ins are welcome; advance registration is requested.

36th Annual Miniature, Dollhouse and Art Exhibition (12:00 pm ? 4:00pm) Historical Society of Rockland. 20 Zukor Rd., New City, NY
The Historical Society of Rockland County proudly announces the return of the ever-popular annual exhibition:? The 36th Annual Miniature, Dollhouse & Art Exhibition.? The exhibition will showcase the work of miniature artists, fine artists, quilters and dollhouse creators!? The exhibition will be curated by Joanne Potanovic.? As this is a fund-raising exhibition, suggested admission will be $7.00 for adults and $3 for members, seniors and children under 12 (children under 3 are free).? Please check our website often for events that will be offered throughout the run of this exhibition-and as more information becomes available:? www.rocklandhistory.org.? As has been an ongoing tradition, The Historical Society is also delighted to announce our annual raffle!? Three lovely miniatures will be offered as prizes.? Tickets will be available throughout the duration of the exhibition!? For more information, call the Historical Society of Rockland County at 845-634-9629 or visit www.rocklandhistory.org.

Bear Mountain Ice Rink November 05, 2011 through March 04, 2012
10am ? Price: $2 for non-skaters; additional dollar for children and adults after 5pm; free for ages 3 and under. Bear Mountain State Park ? 845-786-2701 Bear Mountain , NY www.friendsofpalisades.org/parks/bearmountain. The Bear Mountain skating rink officially opens full time for the 2011-2012 season. Through March 4, hours are: Mondays and Tuesdays, 10-11:30am and 12-1:30pm; Fridays, 8-9:30pm; Saturdays and Sundays, 10-11:30am, 12-1:30pm, 2-3:30pm, 4-5:30pm, 6-7:30pm, and 8-9:30pm (Saturdays only). Skate rental, lockers, and refreshments are available.

BINGO ? Beth Am Temple,
60 East Madison Avenue in Pearl River will have the following events: Beth Am Temple hosts BINGO every Wednesday evening. Doors open at 6:30PM and games start at 7:30PM. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments.? For information on all events call 735-5858 or visit the Temple at www.BethAmTemple.org .

OPEN MIC -
On-Going Saturday Nights ? The 2nd Saturday of Every Month ? 7PM
This is an informal open mic night to share music, food and fun.? Held at Stony Point Presbyterian Church, 125 W. Main St., Stony Point.? Performers may sign up at 6:30 pm. There is a suggested donation of $5 which includes coffee/tea, desserts and live entertainment. Proceeds to benefit local community projects. For more info contact purrplpatty@msn.com or mower943@aol.com.? Tel. 845-786-2237. This event is co-sponsored by Central Presbyterian Church in Haverstraw, NY.

HOSPITAL TO HOST YOGA CLASSES (Designed for individuals of varying abilities)
Helen Hayes Hospital is hosting a series of Basic Adapted Yoga programs designed specifically for people of varying abilities. Classes will meet on Wednesdays, between January and December, for six week sessions. All classes meet from 12:00 Noon to 12:50 p.m. in the Auditorium at the physical rehabilitation hospital in West Haverstraw.
Yoga improves circulation, range of motion, flexibility and endurance. It also helps to reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Yoga sessions will meet as follows:
January 18?? ? ? ?? ?February 22, 2012
February 29?? ? ? ?? ?April 4, 2012
April 18 ?? ?- ?? ?May 23, 2012
June 6 ?? ?- ?? ?July 11, 2012 (5 week session)
July 25?? ?- ?? ?August 29, 2012
September 12 -?? ? October 17, 2012
October 31?? ? ? ?? ?December 5, 2012
The instructor, Ronda Lam, is experienced in adapting yoga to all levels of abilities. The classes offer an excellent opportunity for people with disabilities, including individuals with stroke, osteoporosis, arthritis, multiple sclerosis and other physically limiting conditions, to try yoga. Pre-registration for the Basic Adapted Yoga classes is required. The fee is $48 for six classes. For information or to register, call Matthew Castelluccio, Adapted Sports Coordinator at Helen Hayes Hospital at? 845-786-4950. The Adapted Yoga classes are part of the hospital?s comprehensive Adapted Sports & Recreation program, which offers activities including sailing, skiing, gardening and horseback riding. Mary Creagh ? Director Public Relations Helen Hayes Hospital RT 9W, West Haverstraw NY 10993 845-786-4225 creaghm@helenhayeshospital.org. Helen Hayes Hospital?Where hope has a home

Through May 30, 2012 Bowling Leagues Signup ? New City Bowl
3:45 and 5:15pm Ages: Young elementary, Tween, Teen Price: $12 -$14
90 N Main Street ? 845-634-4977 New City, NY 10956 www.NewCityBowlAndBattingCages.com
New City Bowl hosts junior bowling leagues. Fridays at 3:45pm, the center hosts bumper and regular bowling; two games and shoes for $12. Fridays at 5:15pm and Saturdays at noon, kids can get three games and shoes for $14. Instruction is included.

Orangetown ? Edward Hopper?s Backyard Exhibit (1:00 pm ? 4:00pm) The DePew House, 196 Blaisdell Rd, Orangeburg, NY
Exhibit is open Tuesdays 10 ? 2 pm; Sundays 1 ? 4pm
A historic snapshot of the surrounding area formative to Edward Hopper?s early years. Featuring objects, photographs and personalities of the late Victorian Era in Orangetown. The spectacular light off of the Hudson River was to follow Hopper throughout his creative life as he developed his particular aesthetic and came to be known as the most American of painters.

The Rockland County Guidance Center,
2 New Hempstead Road in New City offers the following Free programs:? If you would like to improve your computer skills, come to our Computer Lab. We teach Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access(For Women in Transition* Only) Day and Evening Classes available.*(Widowed, divorced, separated, abandoned, single parent or if spouse is unemployed.) FREE: If you would like to learn computer programs in Microsoft Word and Excel, The Rockland County Guidance Center is offering classes at The Martin Luther King Center, 110 Bethune Blvd in Spring Valley. (For Women in Transition* Only) Spring Evening Classes available.*(Widowed, divorced, separated, abandoned, single parent or if spouse is unemployed.). ?Be On The Cutting Edge Of Your Job Search? Series: Wednesdays 6:30-8PM. Call 683-5666 for information on all programs.

Nyack Toastmasters provides a fun, low-pressure environment where adults can enhance their communication and presentation skills. Members build their confidence by practicing before an audience of friendly and supportive peers. Toastmasters learn by doing, polishing their own skills by helping others to improve as well.? Nyack Toastmasters meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7:00 to 8:30PM in the Nyack Library, 59 South Broadway in Nyack.?? Call 358-1175 or 548-1769 for more info. Guests are always welcome.

Thursday, February 9 Israeli Folk Dance ? JCC Rockland
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM? Open sessions include circle, line and couples dancing. Instruction is offered.
Members $10 per session ? Public $12 per session 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM 450 West Nyack Road,
West Nyack, NY, 10994, Phone: 845.362.4400, Fax: 845.362.5107, info@jccyofrockland.org www.jccyofrockland.org Contact: Bonnie Wind, 845.362.4400 x 109 or bonniew@jccrockland.org

Thursday, February 9 ?Make Over Your M.S.?? Fundraiser at The Chocolaterie, New City
Skin consultants will be on hand, offering free mini-makeovers to those with MS, & Devin Designs will offer cash for gold.? A percentage of sales will go to the non-profit organization ?Makeover your M.S.?
7-9pm, for more info call Chocolaterie 845 638-3322.

Friday, February 10 Open Gym ? The Sports Place
7:30-10:30pm ? Young elementary, Tween
$15.00 ? 600 Bradley Parkway ? 845 358-4263 Blauvelt , NY 10913 www.thesportsplace.com

Friday, February 10
Holiday Workshop For Valentine?s Day ? Jill?s Ceramics
3pm, All Ages 180 Germonds Road ? 845-623-4975 West Nyack , NY 10994 www.jillsceramics.com
Roll up your sleeves and get creative for Valentine?s Day. Paint a heart-shaped box, candy dish, plate, or mug for the one you love. Pieces can be painted and taken home the same day or glazed with a variety of finishes. Fee includes supplies and instruction. Pre-registration is requested.

Friday, February 10
Jill?s Ceramics Toddler Workshop for
Valentine?s Day
12pm 180 Germonds Road ? 845-623-4975 West Nyack, NY 10994 www.jillsceramics.com
Children (ages 2-5) will use their hand prints to design a trivet, mug, dish, or other unique gift for Valentine?s Day. Jill?s also has many heart-shaped items to choose from. Fee includes supplies and instruction. Pre-registration is requested.

Saturday, February 11
Book Signing ? ?A Decorators Tales? by Roseann Kearney
Book signing at Guilos Restaurant, 154 Washington St., Tappan 845 359-3657.? From 12-3pm ? Light refreshments will be available.? Portions of all purchases of the day will be donated to ?Care About the Strays?.
Saturday, February 11
Valentines Day Storytime: Plant A Kiss ? Barnes & Noble ? The Palisades Center
11am Cost: FREE ? 4416 Palisades Center Drive ? 845-348-4701 West Nyack , NY 10994
www.bn.com.? In anticipation of Valentine?s Day, the store hosts a special story-time featuring Plant a Kiss, by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Children will find out how one small act of love blooms into something bigger and more dazzling than Little Miss could have ever imagined in this epic journey about life, kindness, and giving. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served.

Sunday, February 12 & 26
ADAPTED SKIING PROGRAMS SCHEDULED
This winter, Belleayre Mountain in Highmount, New York and Helen Hayes Hospital will be hosting a series of Adaptive Skiing Workshops. The events, which are open to individuals with disabilities, are being held in conjunction with Helen Hayes Hospital?s Adapted Sports and Recreation Program and are free of charge.? Adaptive Skiing Workshops are scheduled on Sundays on the following dates:
Two sessions on each day: from 8:45 a.m. ? 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 ? 4:00 p.m.
Instructors specializing in adaptive skiing will offer beginner, intermediate and advanced lessons. First time students will receive an overview of the equipment and fittings prior to getting out on the snow. Adaptive equipment will be available for skiers with disabilities.? Participants should come attired in appropriate winter/snow clothing.? Helen Hayes Hospital, the region?s leader in specialty physical rehabilitation services, is committed to enabling individuals of all abilities to pursue competitive and recreational sports and activities. These activities speed the recovery process, improve and maintain health and conditioning and foster socialization and camaraderie. The Adapted Sports & Recreation Program makes activities such as kayaking, yoga, sailing, softball, basketball and gardening available to individuals of all abilities.? The workshops are free of charge but pre-registration is required. For additional information on the Adapted Sports & Recreation Program or the downhill skiing programs at Belleayre Mountain, or to register for one or more of the workshops, contact: Matthew Castelluccio, Adapted Sports Coordinator, 845-786-4950 OR castellucciom@helenhayeshosp.org

Sunday, February 12
Tenafly Nature Center ? Maple Syrup Making
12:30 and 2pm ? 313 Hudson Avenue ? 201-568-6093 Tenafly , NJ 07670? www.tenaflynaturecenter.org Learn how to identify a maple tree as well as a little history of syrup-making. Then check tapped trees and help boil down sap to make fresh, warm, maple syrup. Pre-registration is suggested. Guided nature walk follows February 5 program. The Tenafly Nature Center (TNC), which opened in 1961, is a 400-acre nature preserve in Bergen County dedicated to protecting its inhabitants and providing environmental education to the next generation. The center is open to the public, offering activities during every season. On its nature trails, visitors can hike, cross-country ski, and snowshoe, depending on the season. TNC Pond is available for ice-skating during the winter. Visitors are also welcome to bird-watch and observe the wildlife that inhabits the center?s woodlands. TNC is home to more than 50 species of birds and a stopover for hundreds of others during spring and fall migrations. Red fox, white-tailed deer, chipmunks, frogs, toads, salamanders, and snakes are also common sights, along with a variety of other flora and fauna. TNC?s Visitor?s Center, located in the John A. Redfield Building, houses natural history exhibits, live animals, the Stephen Minkoff Memorial Library, and professional educators available to answer visitors questions. More than 1,100 groups of children visit TNC each year. The center plans a variety of public programs, including Summer Nature Day Camp for students in pre-K through eighth grade, Little Naturalists weekly program for pre-K children and their parents, Family Nature Walks, and more. TNC also offers afterschool programs and educational programs for schools, home schools, and scouts; professional development for teachers; and birthday party packages. Tenafly Nature Center is located at 313 Hudson Avenue in Tenafly, NJ, close to Rockland County. Parking is available. No bikes or strollers are allowed beyond the parking lot. TNC is open daily 9am-5pm, with trails open from dawn till dusk. Groups of 10 or more should call ahead to make arrangements. Pre-registration is required for most programs. For more information, call 201-568-6093 or visit www.tenaflynaturecenter.org.

Sunday, February 12
Munchkins and Mishpacha (Mommy/Daddy and Me) ? Congregation Sons of Israel
11am Price: $15 ? 300 North Broadway ? 845-358-3767 Upper Nyack , NY 10960
WWW.CSINYACK.ORG. Mother, fathers, grandmas, or grandpas are invited to spend the morning with their favorite toddler.

Friday, February 17
Cornerstone Visitors? Days ? Visitors Days
9:30am ? 384 New Hempstead Road ? 845-634-7977 New City, NY 10956 ? www.ccsny.org
Cornerstone Christian School invites parents interested in sending their children to Cornerstone to come tour the school. Tours done by appointment only.

Friday, February 17 & Thursday, February 23
Introductory Session ? Green Meadow
Waldorf School
9am ? 307 Hungry Hollow Road ? 845-356-9715
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 ? www.gmws.org ? This two-hour event for parents includes a video presentation, ?Waldorf Education: A Vision of Wholeness,? a question and answer period with the school?s administrator, and a campus tour. Please register with Admissions Coordinator, Patricia Owens, powens@gmws.org.

Saturday, February 18
Mammoth Follies ? SUNY Rockland
Community College
2:30pm ? $2 discount for advance purchase tickets.?? 145 College Road ? 845-359-1006
Cultural Arts Theatre Suffern, NY 10901 www.hvpuppets.org. Hudson Vagabond Puppets brings a big subject to small theater-goers. Mammoth Follies explores the wonders in the form of an entertaining musical revue complete with original songs, jokes, and dances performed by giant dinosaur puppets.

Monday, February 20
Bounce! Trampoline Sports ? Open on
President?s Day
10am-8pm For Pre-school & younger, Young elementary.? 612 Corporate Way ? 845-368-4000
Valley Cottage, NY 10989 www.bounceonit.com ? Bounce Trampoline Sports opens its doors early on the President?s Day school holiday. Let your kids run, jump, and have fun at this funky indoor play-space which has a separate area for young children. Higher fees apply for older kids.

Sunday, February 26
Purim Carnival ? JCC?? 1pm ? 3:30pm
Slides and bounce house provided by K&A House of Bounce, Game Booths, Prizes, Purim Arts and Crafts, Ball Kit, Clowns, Face Painting, Snacks, Treats and much more! Members $25/family (includes 75 tickets) Public $25/family (includes 50 tickets) Purchase your ticket pack by Feb 10 and receive 10 extra tickets! For more information, contact Cathie Izen at 845.362.4400, x 103 or cathiei@jccrockland.org. 01:00 PM to 03:30 PM ? 450 West Nyack Road, West Nyack, NY, 10994, Phone: 845.362.4400, Fax: 845.362.5107, info@jccyofrockland.org or jccyofrockland.org ? Cathie Izen, Phone: 845.362.4400 ext 103? cathiei@jccrockland.org

Monday, February 27
Tea & Play ? Green Meadow Waldorf School
1pm ? 307 Hungry Hollow Road ? 845-356-9715? Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 ? www.gmws.org
Parents of prospective students are invited to have tea with a member of the school?s Early Childhood faculty and learn more about the program. Meanwhile, participants? children can plays in one of the school?s classrooms. Pregnant women and parents with children from birth through kindergarten-age are invited. Drop-ins are welcome; advance registration is requested.

36th Annual Miniature, Dollhouse and Art
Exhibition (12:00 pm ? 4:00pm)
Historical Society of Rockland. 20 Zukor Rd., New City, NY
The Historical Society of Rockland County proudly announces the return of the ever-popular annual exhibition:? The 36th Annual Miniature, Dollhouse & Art Exhibition.? The exhibition will showcase the work of miniature artists, fine artists, quilters and dollhouse creators!? The exhibition will be curated by Joanne Potanovic.? As this is a fund-raising exhibition, suggested admission will be $7.00 for adults and $3 for members, seniors and children under 12 (children under 3 are free).? Please check our website often for events that will be offered throughout the run of this exhibition-and as more information becomes available:? www.rocklandhistory.org.? As has been an ongoing tradition, The Historical Society is also delighted to announce our annual raffle!? Three lovely miniatures will be offered as prizes.? Tickets will be available throughout the duration of the exhibition!? For more information, call the Historical Society of Rockland County at 845-634-9629 or visit www.rocklandhistory.org.

Bear Mountain Ice Rink
November 05, 2011 through March 04, 2012
10am ? Price: $2 for non-skaters; additional dollar for children and adults after 5pm; free for ages 3 and under. Bear Mountain State Park ? 845-786-2701 Bear Mountain , NY www.friendsofpalisades.org/parks/bearmountain. The Bear Mountain skating rink officially opens full time for the 2011-2012 season. Through March 4, hours are: Mondays and Tuesdays, 10-11:30am and 12-1:30pm; Fridays, 8-9:30pm; Saturdays and Sundays, 10-11:30am, 12-1:30pm, 2-3:30pm, 4-5:30pm, 6-7:30pm, and 8-9:30pm (Saturdays only). Skate rental, lockers, and refreshments are available.

BINGO ? Beth Am Temple,
60 East Madison Avenue in Pearl River will have the following events: Beth Am Temple hosts BINGO every Wednesday evening. Doors open at 6:30PM and games start at 7:30PM. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments.? For information on all events call 735-5858 or visit the Temple at www.BethAmTemple.org .

OPEN MIC -
On-Going Saturday Nights ? The 2nd Saturday of Every Month ? 7PM
This is an informal open mic night to share music, food and fun.? Held at Stony Point Presbyterian Church, 125 W. Main St., Stony Point.? Performers may sign up at 6:30 pm. There is a suggested donation of $5 which includes coffee/tea, desserts and live entertainment. Proceeds to benefit local community projects. For more info contact purrplpatty@msn.com or mower943@aol.com.? Tel. 845-786-2237. This event is co-sponsored by Central Presbyterian Church in Haverstraw, NY.

HOSPITAL TO HOST YOGA CLASSES (Designed for individuals of varying abilities)
Helen Hayes Hospital is hosting a series of Basic Adapted Yoga programs designed specifically for people of varying abilities. Classes will meet on Wednesdays, between January and December, for six week sessions. All classes meet from 12:00 Noon to 12:50 p.m. in the Auditorium at the physical rehabilitation hospital in West Haverstraw.
Yoga improves circulation, range of motion, flexibility and endurance. It also helps to reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Yoga sessions will meet as follows:
January 18??? ?- ??? February 22, 2012
February 29??? ?- ??? April 4, 2012
April 18 ??? ? ??? May 23, 2012
June 6 ??? ? ??? July 11, 2012 (5 week session)
July 25??? ? ??? August 29, 2012
September 12 -??? ?October 17, 2012
October 31??? ?- ??? December 5, 2012
The instructor, Ronda Lam, is experienced in adapting yoga to all levels of abilities. The classes offer an excellent opportunity for people with disabilities, including individuals with stroke, osteoporosis, arthritis, multiple sclerosis and other physically limiting conditions, to try yoga. Pre-registration for the Basic Adapted Yoga classes is required. The fee is $48 for six classes. For information or to register, call Matthew Castelluccio, Adapted Sports Coordinator at Helen Hayes Hospital at? 845-786-4950. The Adapted Yoga classes are part of the hospital?s comprehensive Adapted Sports & Recreation program, which offers activities including sailing, skiing, gardening and horseback riding. Mary Creagh ? Director Public Relations Helen Hayes Hospital RT 9W, West Haverstraw NY 10993 845-786-4225 creaghm@helenhayeshospital.org. Helen Hayes Hospital?Where hope has a home

Through May 30, 2012
Bowling Leagues Signup ? New City Bowl
3:45 and 5:15pm Ages: Young elementary, Tween, Teen Price: $12 -$14
90 N Main Street ? 845-634-4977 New City, NY 10956 www.NewCityBowlAndBattingCages.com
New City Bowl hosts junior bowling leagues. Fridays at 3:45pm, the center hosts bumper and regular bowling; two games and shoes for $12. Fridays at 5:15pm and Saturdays at noon, kids can get three games and shoes for $14. Instruction is included.

Orangetown ? Edward Hopper?s Backyard
Exhibit (1:00 pm ? 4:00pm)
The DePew House, 196 Blaisdell Rd, Orangeburg, NY
Exhibit is open Tuesdays 10 ? 2 pm; Sundays 1 ? 4pm
A historic snapshot of the surrounding area formative to Edward Hopper?s early years. Featuring objects, photographs and personalities of the late Victorian Era in Orangetown. The spectacular light off of the Hudson River was to follow Hopper throughout his creative life as he developed his particular aesthetic and came to be known as the most American of painters.

The Rockland County Guidance Center,
2 New Hempstead Road in New City offers the following Free programs:? If you would like to improve your computer skills, come to our Computer Lab. We teach Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access(For Women in Transition* Only) Day and Evening Classes available.*(Widowed, divorced, separated, abandoned, single parent or if spouse is unemployed.)
FREE: If you would like to learn computer programs in Microsoft Word and Excel, The Rockland County Guidance Center is offering classes at The Martin Luther King Center, 110 Bethune Blvd in Spring Valley. (For Women in Transition* Only) Spring Evening Classes available.*(Widowed, divorced, separated, abandoned, single parent or if spouse is unemployed.). ?Be On The Cutting Edge Of Your Job Search? Series: Wednesdays 6:30-8PM. Call 683-5666 for information on all programs.

Nyack Toastmasters
provides a fun, low-pressure environment where adults can enhance their communication and presentation skills. Members build their confidence by practicing before an audience of friendly and supportive peers. Toastmasters learn by doing, polishing their own skills by helping others to improve as well.? Nyack Toastmasters meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7:00 to 8:30PM in the Nyack Library, 59 South Broadway in Nyack.?? Call 358-1175 or 548-1769 for more info. Guests are always welcome.

The Association for the Visually Impaired
is seeking volunteers to assist blind and visually impaired clients residing in Rockland County. Activities include providing transportation, grocery shopping, reading mail, or companionship. Contact Carolyn at 355-6119.

The Association for the Visually Impaired
is seeking volunteers to assist blind and visually impaired clients residing in Rockland County. Activities include providing transportation, grocery shopping, reading mail, or companionship. Contact Carolyn at 355-6119.

Thursday, February 9
Israeli Folk Dance ? JCC Rockland
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM? Open sessions include circle, line and couples dancing. Instruction is offered.
Members $10 per session ? Public $12 per session 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM 450 West Nyack Road,
West Nyack, NY, 10994, Phone: 845.362.4400, Fax: 845.362.5107, info@jccyofrockland.org www.jccyofrockland.org Contact: Bonnie Wind, 845.362.4400 x 109 or bonniew@jccrockland.org

Thursday, February 9
?Make Over Your M.S.?? Fundraiser at The Chocolaterie, New City
Skin consultants will be on hand, offering free mini-makeovers to those with MS, & Devin Designs will offer cash for gold.? A percentage of sales will go to the non-profit organization ?Makeover your M.S.?
7-9pm, for more info call Chocolaterie 845 638-3322.

Friday, February 10
Open Gym ? The Sports Place
7:30-10:30pm ? Young elementary, Tween
$15.00 ? 600 Bradley Parkway ? 845 358-4263 Blauvelt , NY 10913 www.thesportsplace.com

Friday, February 10
Holiday Workshop For Valentine?s Day ? Jill?s Ceramics
3pm, All Ages 180 Germonds Road ? 845-623-4975 West Nyack , NY 10994 www.jillsceramics.com
Roll up your sleeves and get creative for Valentine?s Day. Paint a heart-shaped box, candy dish, plate, or mug for the one you love. Pieces can be painted and taken home the same day or glazed with a variety of finishes. Fee includes supplies and instruction. Pre-registration is requested.

Friday, February 10
Jill?s Ceramics Toddler Workshop for
Valentine?s Day
12pm 180 Germonds Road ? 845-623-4975 West Nyack, NY 10994 www.jillsceramics.com
Children (ages 2-5) will use their hand prints to design a trivet, mug, dish, or other unique gift for Valentine?s Day. Jill?s also has many heart-shaped items to choose from. Fee includes supplies and instruction. Pre-registration is requested.

Saturday, February 11
Book Signing ? ?A Decorators Tales? by Roseann Kearney
Book signing at Guilos Restaurant, 154 Washington St., Tappan 845 359-3657.? From 12-3pm ? Light refreshments will be available.? Portions of all purchases of the day will be donated to ?Care About the Strays?.
Saturday, February 11
Valentines Day Storytime: Plant A Kiss ? Barnes & Noble ? The Palisades Center
11am Cost: FREE ? 4416 Palisades Center Drive ? 845-348-4701 West Nyack , NY 10994
www.bn.com.? In anticipation of Valentine?s Day, the store hosts a special story-time featuring Plant a Kiss, by Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Children will find out how one small act of love blooms into something bigger and more dazzling than Little Miss could have ever imagined in this epic journey about life, kindness, and giving. Cookies and hot cocoa will be served.

Sunday, February 12 & 26
ADAPTED SKIING PROGRAMS SCHEDULED
This winter, Belleayre Mountain in Highmount, New York and Helen Hayes Hospital will be hosting a series of Adaptive Skiing Workshops. The events, which are open to individuals with disabilities, are being held in conjunction with Helen Hayes Hospital?s Adapted Sports and Recreation Program and are free of charge.? Adaptive Skiing Workshops are scheduled on Sundays on the following dates:
Two sessions on each day: from 8:45 a.m. ? 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 ? 4:00 p.m.
Instructors specializing in adaptive skiing will offer beginner, intermediate and advanced lessons. First time students will receive an overview of the equipment and fittings prior to getting out on the snow. Adaptive equipment will be available for skiers with disabilities.? Participants should come attired in appropriate winter/snow clothing.? Helen Hayes Hospital, the region?s leader in specialty physical rehabilitation services, is committed to enabling individuals of all abilities to pursue competitive and recreational sports and activities. These activities speed the recovery process, improve and maintain health and conditioning and foster socialization and camaraderie. The Adapted Sports & Recreation Program makes activities such as kayaking, yoga, sailing, softball, basketball and gardening available to individuals of all abilities.? The workshops are free of charge but pre-registration is required. For additional information on the Adapted Sports & Recreation Program or the downhill skiing programs at Belleayre Mountain, or to register for one or more of the workshops, contact: Matthew Castelluccio, Adapted Sports Coordinator, 845-786-4950 OR castellucciom@helenhayeshosp.org

Sunday, February 12
Tenafly Nature Center ? Maple Syrup Making
12:30 and 2pm ? 313 Hudson Avenue ? 201-568-6093 Tenafly , NJ 07670? www.tenaflynaturecenter.org Learn how to identify a maple tree as well as a little history of syrup-making. Then check tapped trees and help boil down sap to make fresh, warm, maple syrup. Pre-registration is suggested. Guided nature walk follows February 5 program. The Tenafly Nature Center (TNC), which opened in 1961, is a 400-acre nature preserve in Bergen County dedicated to protecting its inhabitants and providing environmental education to the next generation. The center is open to the public, offering activities during every season. On its nature trails, visitors can hike, cross-country ski, and snowshoe, depending on the season. TNC Pond is available for ice-skating during the winter. Visitors are also welcome to bird-watch and observe the wildlife that inhabits the center?s woodlands. TNC is home to more than 50 species of birds and a stopover for hundreds of others during spring and fall migrations. Red fox, white-tailed deer, chipmunks, frogs, toads, salamanders, and snakes are also common sights, along with a variety of other flora and fauna. TNC?s Visitor?s Center, located in the John A. Redfield Building, houses natural history exhibits, live animals, the Stephen Minkoff Memorial Library, and professional educators available to answer visitors questions. More than 1,100 groups of children visit TNC each year. The center plans a variety of public programs, including Summer Nature Day Camp for students in pre-K through eighth grade, Little Naturalists weekly program for pre-K children and their parents, Family Nature Walks, and more. TNC also offers afterschool programs and educational programs for schools, home schools, and scouts; professional development for teachers; and birthday party packages. Tenafly Nature Center is located at 313 Hudson Avenue in Tenafly, NJ, close to Rockland County. Parking is available. No bikes or strollers are allowed beyond the parking lot. TNC is open daily 9am-5pm, with trails open from dawn till dusk. Groups of 10 or more should call ahead to make arrangements. Pre-registration is required for most programs. For more information, call 201-568-6093 or visit www.tenaflynaturecenter.org.

Sunday, February 12
Munchkins and Mishpacha (Mommy/Daddy and Me) ? Congregation Sons of Israel
11am Price: $15 ? 300 North Broadway ? 845-358-3767 Upper Nyack , NY 10960
WWW.CSINYACK.ORG. Mother, fathers, grandmas, or grandpas are invited to spend the morning with their favorite toddler.

Friday, February 17
Cornerstone Visitors? Days ? Visitors Days
9:30am ? 384 New Hempstead Road ? 845-634-7977 New City, NY 10956 ? www.ccsny.org
Cornerstone Christian School invites parents interested in sending their children to Cornerstone to come tour the school. Tours done by appointment only.

Friday, February 17 & Thursday, February 23
Introductory Session ? Green Meadow
Waldorf School
9am ? 307 Hungry Hollow Road ? 845-356-9715
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 ? www.gmws.org ? This two-hour event for parents includes a video presentation, ?Waldorf Education: A Vision of Wholeness,? a question and answer period with the school?s administrator, and a campus tour. Please register with Admissions Coordinator, Patricia Owens, powens@gmws.org.

Saturday, February 18
Mammoth Follies ? SUNY Rockland
Community College
2:30pm ? $2 discount for advance purchase tickets.?? 145 College Road ? 845-359-1006
Cultural Arts Theatre Suffern, NY 10901 www.hvpuppets.org. Hudson Vagabond Puppets brings a big subject to small theater-goers. Mammoth Follies explores the wonders in the form of an entertaining musical revue complete with original songs, jokes, and dances performed by giant dinosaur puppets.

Monday, February 20
Bounce! Trampoline Sports ? Open on
President?s Day
10am-8pm For Pre-school & younger, Young elementary.? 612 Corporate Way ? 845-368-4000
Valley Cottage, NY 10989 www.bounceonit.com ? Bounce Trampoline Sports opens its doors early on the President?s Day school holiday. Let your kids run, jump, and have fun at this funky indoor play-space which has a separate area for young children. Higher fees apply for older kids.

Sunday, February 26
Purim Carnival ? JCC?? 1pm ? 3:30pm
Slides and bounce house provided by K&A House of Bounce, Game Booths, Prizes, Purim Arts and Crafts, Ball Kit, Clowns, Face Painting, Snacks, Treats and much more! Members $25/family (includes 75 tickets) Public $25/family (includes 50 tickets) Purchase your ticket pack by Feb 10 and receive 10 extra tickets! For more information, contact Cathie Izen at 845.362.4400, x 103 or cathiei@jccrockland.org. 01:00 PM to 03:30 PM ? 450 West Nyack Road, West Nyack, NY, 10994, Phone: 845.362.4400, Fax: 845.362.5107, info@jccyofrockland.org or jccyofrockland.org ? Cathie Izen, Phone: 845.362.4400 ext 103? cathiei@jccrockland.org

Monday, February 27
Tea & Play ? Green Meadow Waldorf School
1pm ? 307 Hungry Hollow Road ? 845-356-9715? Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977 ? www.gmws.org
Parents of prospective students are invited to have tea with a member of the school?s Early Childhood faculty and learn more about the program. Meanwhile, participants? children can plays in one of the school?s classrooms. Pregnant women and parents with children from birth through kindergarten-age are invited. Drop-ins are welcome; advance registration is requested.

36th Annual Miniature, Dollhouse and Art
Exhibition (12:00 pm ? 4:00pm)
Historical Society of Rockland. 20 Zukor Rd., New City, NY
The Historical Society of Rockland County proudly announces the return of the ever-popular annual exhibition:? The 36th Annual Miniature, Dollhouse & Art Exhibition.? The exhibition will showcase the work of miniature artists, fine artists, quilters and dollhouse creators!? The exhibition will be curated by Joanne Potanovic.? As this is a fund-raising exhibition, suggested admission will be $7.00 for adults and $3 for members, seniors and children under 12 (children under 3 are free).? Please check our website often for events that will be offered throughout the run of this exhibition-and as more information becomes available:? www.rocklandhistory.org.? As has been an ongoing tradition, The Historical Society is also delighted to announce our annual raffle!? Three lovely miniatures will be offered as prizes.? Tickets will be available throughout the duration of the exhibition!? For more information, call the Historical Society of Rockland County at 845-634-9629 or visit www.rocklandhistory.org.

Bear Mountain Ice Rink
November 05, 2011 through March 04, 2012
10am ? Price: $2 for non-skaters; additional dollar for children and adults after 5pm; free for ages 3 and under. Bear Mountain State Park ? 845-786-2701 Bear Mountain , NY www.friendsofpalisades.org/parks/bearmountain. The Bear Mountain skating rink officially opens full time for the 2011-2012 season. Through March 4, hours are: Mondays and Tuesdays, 10-11:30am and 12-1:30pm; Fridays, 8-9:30pm; Saturdays and Sundays, 10-11:30am, 12-1:30pm, 2-3:30pm, 4-5:30pm, 6-7:30pm, and 8-9:30pm (Saturdays only). Skate rental, lockers, and refreshments are available.

BINGO ? Beth Am Temple,
60 East Madison Avenue in Pearl River will have the following events: Beth Am Temple hosts BINGO every Wednesday evening. Doors open at 6:30PM and games start at 7:30PM. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments.? For information on all events call 735-5858 or visit the Temple at www.BethAmTemple.org .

OPEN MIC -
On-Going Saturday Nights ? The 2nd Saturday of Every Month ? 7PM
This is an informal open mic night to share music, food and fun.? Held at Stony Point Presbyterian Church, 125 W. Main St., Stony Point.? Performers may sign up at 6:30 pm. There is a suggested donation of $5 which includes coffee/tea, desserts and live entertainment. Proceeds to benefit local community projects. For more info contact purrplpatty@msn.com or mower943@aol.com.? Tel. 845-786-2237. This event is co-sponsored by Central Presbyterian Church in Haverstraw, NY.

HOSPITAL TO HOST YOGA CLASSES (Designed for individuals of varying abilities)
Helen Hayes Hospital is hosting a series of Basic Adapted Yoga programs designed specifically for people of varying abilities. Classes will meet on Wednesdays, between January and December, for six week sessions. All classes meet from 12:00 Noon to 12:50 p.m. in the Auditorium at the physical rehabilitation hospital in West Haverstraw.
Yoga improves circulation, range of motion, flexibility and endurance. It also helps to reduce stress and lower blood pressure. Yoga sessions will meet as follows:
January 18?? ? ? ?? ?February 22, 2012
February 29?? ? ? ?? ?April 4, 2012
April 18 ?? ?- ?? ?May 23, 2012
June 6 ?? ?- ?? ?July 11, 2012 (5 week session)
July 25?? ?- ?? ?August 29, 2012
September 12 -?? ? October 17, 2012
October 31?? ? ? ?? ?December 5, 2012
The instructor, Ronda Lam, is experienced in adapting yoga to all levels of abilities. The classes offer an excellent opportunity for people with disabilities, including individuals with stroke, osteoporosis, arthritis, multiple sclerosis and other physically limiting conditions, to try yoga. Pre-registration for the Basic Adapted Yoga classes is required. The fee is $48 for six classes. For information or to register, call Matthew Castelluccio, Adapted Sports Coordinator at Helen Hayes Hospital at? 845-786-4950. The Adapted Yoga classes are part of the hospital?s comprehensive Adapted Sports & Recreation program, which offers activities including sailing, skiing, gardening and horseback riding. Mary Creagh ? Director Public Relations Helen Hayes Hospital RT 9W, West Haverstraw NY 10993 845-786-4225 creaghm@helenhayeshospital.org. Helen Hayes Hospital?Where hope has a home

Through May 30, 2012
Bowling Leagues Signup ? New City Bowl
3:45 and 5:15pm Ages: Young elementary, Tween, Teen Price: $12 -$14
90 N Main Street ? 845-634-4977 New City, NY 10956 www.NewCityBowlAndBattingCages.com
New City Bowl hosts junior bowling leagues. Fridays at 3:45pm, the center hosts bumper and regular bowling; two games and shoes for $12. Fridays at 5:15pm and Saturdays at noon, kids can get three games and shoes for $14. Instruction is included.

Orangetown ? Edward Hopper?s Backyard
Exhibit (1:00 pm ? 4:00pm)
The DePew House, 196 Blaisdell Rd, Orangeburg, NY
Exhibit is open Tuesdays 10 ? 2 pm; Sundays 1 ? 4pm
A historic snapshot of the surrounding area formative to Edward Hopper?s early years. Featuring objects, photographs and personalities of the late Victorian Era in Orangetown. The spectacular light off of the Hudson River was to follow Hopper throughout his creative life as he developed his particular aesthetic and came to be known as the most American of painters.

The Rockland County Guidance Center,
2 New Hempstead Road in New City offers the following Free programs:? If you would like to improve your computer skills, come to our Computer Lab. We teach Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access(For Women in Transition* Only) Day and Evening Classes available.*(Widowed, divorced, separated, abandoned, single parent or if spouse is unemployed.)
FREE: If you would like to learn computer programs in Microsoft Word and Excel, The Rockland County Guidance Center is offering classes at The Martin Luther King Center, 110 Bethune Blvd in Spring Valley. (For Women in Transition* Only) Spring Evening Classes available.*(Widowed, divorced, separated, abandoned, single parent or if spouse is unemployed.). ?Be On The Cutting Edge Of Your Job Search? Series: Wednesdays 6:30-8PM. Call 683-5666 for information on all programs.

Nyack Toastmasters
provides a fun, low-pressure environment where adults can enhance their communication and presentation skills. Members build their confidence by practicing before an audience of friendly and supportive peers. Toastmasters learn by doing, polishing their own skills by helping others to improve as well.? Nyack Toastmasters meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at 7:00 to 8:30PM in the Nyack Library, 59 South Broadway in Nyack.?? Call 358-1175 or 548-1769 for more info. Guests are always welcome.

The Association for the Visually Impaired
is seeking volunteers to assist blind and visually impaired clients residing in Rockland County. Activities include providing transportation, grocery shopping, reading mail, or companionship. Contact Carolyn at 355-6119.

Source: http://wressentials.com/rockland/rockland-happenings/

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