Overnight family campout – includes traditional camping activities with campfire.
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Congers
Congers is a suburban hamlet and census-designated place in the town of Clarkstown, Rockland County, New York, United States. It is located north of Valley Cottage, east of New City, across Lake DeForest, south of Haverstraw, and west of the Hudson River. It lies 19 miles (31 km) north of New York City's Bronx boundary. As of the 2010 census, the CDP population was 8,363.
Cornell Cooperative Extension to Host 2nd Annual Sustainability Walk & Showcase Oct. 2nd
(Rockland County, NY) August 1, 2022– The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will host its second annual Sustainability Walk and Showcase this fall. The goal of the event is to encourage people to enjoy nature and gain a greater understanding of our environment and how to protect it while also providing a fun day of activities. The walk will take place on Sunday, Oct. 2, from 10am until 2:00pm at Congers Lake at 6 Gilchrest Road during leaf-peeping season. Residents from across Rockland are invited to join the festivities and walk the beautiful, stroller friendly and handicap accessible trail around the lake.
The event will feature ten educational stations where adults and kids can learn about birds, bugs, and biodiversity. The station topics will include Invasive Plants, Insects and Ticks, Native Plants and Forest Trees, Animals around the Lake, Water Quality and Algae Blooms, Water Plants, Water Birds, as well as a Background and History of the Lake. There will be a scavenger hunt and other activities for kids and booths where parents can learn about environmentally friendly products and services.
“We are excited to bring this nature-focused event to Rockland residents that only highlights the beautiful Congers Lake and local flora and fauna, but also provides an educational opportunity for all ages,” stated Suzanne Barclay, Executive Director, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rockland County.
A donation of $10 for adults will go directly to benefit Cornell Cooperative Extension. Children under 18 are free. Each family that registers by October 1 will receive a swag bag filled with giveaways from the event’s Platinum Sponsors. The Platinum Sponsors for this year’s event are Veolia, the Town of Clarkstown and Orange and Rockland.
To register visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2022-sustainability-walk-showcase-fundraiser-registration-362034935237.
More information about the event, which will take place rain or shine, can be found at this link. http://rocklandcce.org/events/2021/10/02/sustainability-walk-showcase-fundraiser.
Car Show at Congers Lake
This week we had a great turnout at the car show at Congers Lake. Councilman Mike Graziano and Highway Superintendent Bob Milone joined many residents for a fun event.
Join us for the next one on August 11th.
The Al’s Concert July 15th
Congers based duo “The AL’s” (Alice Leon and Al Greene).
Alice Leon is a prolific singer songwriter and interpreter of classic songs. With a voice and style that’s been compared to Carole King and Adele. Al Greene is a multi instrumentalist who plays bass guitar and drum kit with his feet. He’s also a veteran of the Broadway stage. Together they perform fun acoustic music for every generation.
Date:
Friday, July 15, 2022
Time:
12:15 PM – 1:45 PM
Location:
Kevin Landau Park, New City, NY 10956
Fee:
FREE
Note:
In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held indoors at the Town Hall Auditorium, 10 Maple Avenue, New City, NY 10956.
Car Show in Congers July 14th
Join us with your “collectible” car to be judged for awards. “People’s Choice” trophies given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for Best Cars in Show. Food will be available for purchase.
Date:
Thursday, July 14, 2022
(Rain Date: Thursday, July 21, 2022)
Time:
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location:
Congers Lake Memorial Park, 8 Gilchrest Road, Congers, NY 10920
Fee: $10.00 per car