Nancy Blaker Weber's Blog Posts

Art in New York Dinner in Nyack
Well the kids are in Florida for the break, and my husband and myself spent the day in New York city at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. We had wanted to see the William Eggleston s...

South Nyack and Upper Nyack Election Results
Elections were held yesterday March 19 in the Village of South Nyack, Village of Upper Nyack, and Grandview. South Nyack residents elected Bonnie Christian as mayor for a two year ...

Skateboarding in Nyack at Memorial Park
Nyack’s Village Hall was packed on Feb 28. What issue attracted so many you might ask. Well it wasn’t to complain about anything, but they were there to voice their sup...

Penguin Plunge at Nyack Memorial Park
The sixth annual Penguin Plunge is set for Sunday, March 3, from 12n-2p at Nyack’s Memorial Park. This year, the event will raise funds for Isabella Ruggiero of Harrington Pa...

Dining at Baumgarts in Nyack
I Just wanted to say kudos to Baumgarts in Nyack for our incredible meal  and  its presentation as well.  The restaurant was a little uneven in the beginning as it t...

Palisades and Tappan Libraries Renovate
Exciting news -  Palisades Free Library and the Tappan Library are beginning major expansions in the next couple of months. Director Maria Gagliardi said the $350,000 project ...

Nyack Arts Club Meeting on Wed Jan 31
On Wed., Jan. 30, from 7-8:30 pm the Nyack Art Club will meet at the Nyack library. The meeting is open and free to the public. The art club was the brain child of Vincent’s ...

Palisades NY Shakespeare Theater
This weekend in Palisades there is a performance not to be missed by the Knaves of the Children’s Shakespeare Theater in Palisades.The play is Comedy of Errors, and will be p...

Nyack Streetscape Complete In Two Years
Well the two year Nyack Street Improvement plan was finally completed this past Friday. Red crosswalks were laid on Main Street between Broadway and Franklin. These crosswalks are ...

Alains Restaurant in Nyack
Last night I got together with a group of friends and headed up Main St in Nyack, passing through the gateway to the Village to Alains Restaurant. Housed in a non descript strip ma...

Nyack Upcoming Holiday Events
I just wanted to share the following upcoming holiday events that will be happening in Nyack in the coming days. ·         The Nyack ...

Nyack My Buddy N Me Costume Contest
One of Nyack's cutest shops, My Buddy-N-Me Wellness Center (mybuddynme@me.com) 845-535-3135, is sponsoring a Halloween Dog Costume Contest on Saturday, October 22nd at 3:00 pm at R...

Enjoy Nyack Halloween Parade
Nyack will have its 24th annual Halloween Parade (the biggest Halloween Parade outside of New York City) on Saturday, October 22nd. 2011 (rain date Sunday October 24).  There...

Tappan Home on Bauer Street for sale
I have a wonderful new listing located at 51 Bauer Street in Tappan, New York!  This home is MLS #516314. This home features NEW kitchen with GE Stainless Steel appliances, g...

Benefit for Police Officer in Blauvelt
This is the code 10-13, Officer needs Assistance.   The Orangetown Police Benevolent Association of Rockland County, New York is holding a benefit for Officer Michael Sulliva...

Piermont Apple Festival tomorrow
We are looking forward to the Blauvelt Lions Club Annual Apple Festival held in Piermont.  It will be held on Sunday, September 25, from 10am until 5pm.  Rain date is Oct...

Tappan Nam Knights Picnic
The Hudson Valley Chapter of the Nam Knights of America is holding their 12th annual Family Benefit Picnic today at the German Masonic Fairgrounds at 89 Western Highway, in Tappan,...

Nyack Septemberfest This Sunday
This Sunday, September 25th will be the annual Nyack Septemberfest. Held rain or shine from 9-5 there will be something for everybody. Crafts,children's activities, jewelry,li...

Baumgarts in Nyack
Finally after years of waiting Baumgarts has opened it's Nyack location. I have been going to the Englewood resturant for over 20 years so this is particuarly good news for me. I h...

Ok Irene bring it on Nyack is ready
The early part of Hurricane Irene is just now being felt by those in the Hudson River town areas of Nyack, Grandview, Piermont, Palisades. We are ready for you Irene! Rockland C...

RCC offers free Home Energy Workshop in Suffern
Rockland Community College is holding a free Home Energy Workshop, presented by RenewRockland.org and sponsored by C. Scott Vanderhoef, County Executive and Americorps Rockland Cou...

RCC in Suffern Offers Free Home Energy Workshop
Rockland Community College is offering a free home energy workshop on Thursday, August 18th, from 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm. This workshop will be located in The Technology Center Ell...

Anita and Belinda Bell of Grandview write Book
Anita Bell and her daughter, Belinda Bell were inspired to write their new book 'Twas Ever after many happy years of bedtime stories. The cover photos of this book were shot by Jo...

Annual Piermont Bastille Day Celebration in July
Piermont will be holding their annual Bastille Day Celebration on Saturday, July 9th, 2011 from 12:00 noon until 10:00 pm. Piermont Avenue will be open for pedestrian traffic only...

Piermont Dog Run for Dogs
Finally, there is a place to play for dogs and their owners, The Piermont Dog Run! This fenced doggie play land is located just inside the gate to the Piermont Pier Road, on the r...

Pearl River Golf Course gets new restaurant
The Orangetown Municipal Golf Course in Pearl River has a new restaurant: Emmett's Castle at Blue Hill! I had lunch there today, what a pleasure and what a view! This restauran...

Hi Tor Shelter in Pomona Needs You
Hi-Tor Animal Shelter in Pomona, NY is Rockland County's only animal shelter. They receive many animals every day, including rabbits, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, etc. Due to a r...

Taste of Nyack Tonight
Tonight you can try some of Nyack’s restaurants finest cuisine if you buy a ticket for Taste of Nyack. Thirteen of Nyack’s restaurants are participating. Participating restaura...

Nyack African American Day Parade May 14
Nyack will be hosting their third annual African American Parade on Saturday, May the 14th beginning at 2pm. The parade starts at North Midland Avenue and Fifth Avenue, at the old...

Nyack Performance by Rockland Symphony Orchestra!
A Nyack, New York performance by Chamber Musicians of the Rockland Symphony Orchestra (Music Director Edward Simons) will take place on Sunday, May 22nd, 2011 at 3 p.m. at the beau...

Chase Bank Sparkill One Day Gift
Well, I'm on my way to Chase Bank at 637 Main Street in Sparkill, New York today to open a new checking account - Chase is having a one day special today, May 5th, 2011. You mu...

Nyack - what to do this evening!
Hmm, so many nice things to think about today - Listening at home to music composed by American composers David Amram and then Aaron Copland's Concerte Suite Billy the Kid - remark...

Nanuet, NY - Windowrama Screen Repair
Because it is Spring and getting warm, we are all opening up our windows and doors to let the nice Spring air through the house! The only disappointing part is when you have holes...

Upper Nyack, NY The Pie Lady and Son
If you see one of The Pie Lady & Son's signs on Route 9W in Upper Nyack, just south of Nyack High School, pull into the parking lot and park your car at once! This means that The ...

Orangeburg, New York Clarins Warehouse sale begins 4-28
Orangeburg, New York - Twice a year the warehouse for Clarins Cosmetics has a phenomenal warehouse sale - make sure to get on their email notification list to receive a discount co...

Farmers Market in Piermont to Open Soon!!
I can't wait for the farmers market in Piermont to open - first day is June 5th, a Sunday. Offered at the market are cut flowers, fruit, vegetables, New York State wine (my person...

From Piermont to Stony Point, Foreclosure Process being Revamped!
A meaningful article in The New York Times today by Davide Streitfeld: If you, or a family member, or a friend have been involved in a foreclosure over the last two years please r...

Nyack-A Day Without Shoes
A creative concept has been seized by Nyack store owner Maria Whittingham who owns Maria Luisa and ML Gifts . The second annual “TOMS One Day Without Shoes” event will be held ...

Nyack Appoints New Superintendent
Dr. James Montesano, the newly selected superintendent of Nyack Public Schools will be formally introduced. A welcome reception will be hosted by Nyack’s Board of Education on ...

Nyack and Helen Hayes
Helen Hayes a long time resident of Nyack in Rockland County will receive her own stamp later in the month. Ceremonies in Washinton D.C. and in West Havestraw will be held to honor...

Mortgage Rates For Nyack Buyers
30 year mortgage rates rose ever so slightly this week going from 4.87% to 4.88%. Going back a year at this time rates were at 4.95. 15 year mortgage rates stayed exactly the same...

Orangeburg Blood Drive March 10th
TZHS Spring Blood Drive - Today, Thursday March 10th. Sponsored by the TZHS Senior Class, Orangeburg, NY, and in honor and support of TZ '92 graduate Melissa Dimataris who is bat...

FHA Changes Coming Will Affect Nyack Home Buyers
You might want to let your clients know that the FHA is changing some of their guidelines. As of April 18, 2011 the FHA will be raising their mortgage insurance premiums. Obvio...

Orangeburg, New York - Orangeburg Auto General on Route 303
Just had my Jeep inspected by Orangeburg Auto General yesterday, located at 187 Route 303 in Orangeburg, NY 10962, across the highway from Lowes. They were fast and courteous, the...

Orangeburg, New York - Le Gateau Suisse Bakery!
I bet you thought that you could not find a wonderful Swiss Bakery in the Orangetown area - you were wrong! Orangeburg is the home of Le Gateau Suisse, baker of wonderfully rich c...

Rockland Countys First KItchen Tour
A benefit to help Nyack's own beloved Rivertown Films is coming soon.... You will be able to see and explore kitchens ranging from the ultra-modern, to kitchy , to French Country....

Tappan, New York Restaurant - Duke Ocean Grill
Just dined at the Duke Ocean Grill, 37 Route 303, Tappan, NY 10983. FANTASTIC! What a beautiful restaurant - each area is wonderfully designed for dining comfort and fun. All yo...

Happy Dog Gallery in Piermont, NY
Do stop by the Happy Dog Gallery in Piermont to see the very latest pop art creations of Lisa Grubb - you will be pleasantly surprised! Lisa is an internationally known artist who...

Yoga in the Nyacks
If you are contemplating moving from NYC to Rockland County-specifically the Nyacks and you are wondering about your "Yoga Options"- have no fear...There are many options to choose...

Casa Del Mare Upper Nyack
I just finished another simple, but great dinner at Casa Del Mare in Upper Nyack. This friendly longtime Rockland County favorite restaurant always feels so welcoming and we always...

Land Sales in Today's Market, Snedens Pointe
The Rockland County Real Estate market has shown a nice increase in land sales recently. Several parcels in the southern end of the County have sold, and in Snedens Pointe in Palis...

A Day in the Life of A Rockland County Realtor
One of the benefits of being a Realtor is that one day is definitely not the same as the next. It is very hard to get bored as often happens with many 9-5 jobs. I was just thinking...

River Views In Upper Nyack
I am excited to announce that I have been selected by Riverton and Wilder Balter to represent their project in Upper Nyack. There are three homes already built and sold. Riverton ...