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 The
Village
of
Nyack
is a residential community located on the west shore of the Hudson
River in
Rockland County
,
New York
just 25 miles north of
New York City. Known for its antiques, fine restaurants, and
multicultural community, it is a popular place to live for people
seeking a small town environment with a cosmopolitan flavor. The
downtown area is the heart of the village's active social life. It
is a regional attraction featuring festivals, street fairs, parades,
a farmer's market, theaters, restaurants and nightclubs. The Hopper
House features Jazz in the Garden in the summer months and
year-round, music of all types can be heard at various venues around
town. People have many reasons to visit downtown Nyack, including
the chance to window shop, dine, meet friends and people-watch.
Memorial Park on the shores of the
Hudson
is within walking distance to the downtown. There is a children's
playground, tennis courts and a beautiful new butterfly garden.
There is accessibility for launching small watercraft such as canoes
and kayaks from the shore of the park. Memorial Park hosts many
special events including weekly
music concerts in the summer, numerous festivals and even
outdoor movies. Nyack residents have a very special sense of
community having created a true village atmosphere. Residents enjoy
a diverse population, neighborhoods rich in architectural styles,
and numerous cultural facilities and activities that bring people
together. The setting is charming and the scenery beautiful in this
special "Gem-on-the-
Hudson."
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