Kacy Coyle Dow's Blog Posts

From New City to Long Beach Island
With the thought of summer approaching, comes the thought of "will my NJ shore be there?"  For many of us in Rockland Cty, a trip to the shore happens more than once from Memo...

Holy Week in New City
Looking for a place to worship this Holy Week?  St. John's Church, 365 Strawtown Rd., New City offer a variety of services and events for the week.  This year on Good Fri...

Clarkstown South High School Jr Ball
This year, Clarkstown South High School in West Nyack, tried something different with the Jr. Ball.  Last year there were some problems during the dance and after th...

Jasper Johns Home Sells in Stony Point
Jasper Johns, the great American contemporary artist, Stony Point homestead sells.  What an exciting experience for me, to be with my clients who are just in awe of this uniqu...

St Augustine School in New City to Close
Like many, I was shocked to hear that St. Augustine School in New City was 1 of 22 schools that were being considered "at risk" of closing.  This week, the announcement was ma...

Christmas Eve services in New City
Looking for a Christmas Eve tomorrow?  St. John's Episcopal Church, 365 Strawtown Rd., New City, NY offers 2 different services for Christmas Eve.  The Family Service wil...

The Nutcracker to be performed in Suffern
  It's that time of year again, the Rockland Youth Dance Ensemble (RYDE) will be performing "The Nutcracker" at the Cultural Arts Theatre at SUNY Rockland Community ...

New City Fire Dept holds Relief Drive
The New City Volunteer Fire Dept. is holding a Relief Drive, to benefit those who have suffered from Hurricane Sandy in Breezy Point, NY.  More than 100 homes were destroyed b...

Clarkstown South Soccer Community Service is a Success
It was a great day last Saturday at Clarkstown South High School.  The girl's varsity soccer team had 3 community service projects all come together to make it not only a succ...

Nyack Halloween Parade
Can you believe it is that time of year again?  On Oct. 27th, the annual Nyack Halloween Parade will once again take place on Main St. and South Broadway.  The parade tak...

Health Fair in West Nyack
On Saturday, Sept. 29th, the 8th Annual Heath Fair will be held from 1-4pm.  It will be held at the Palisades Mall, West Nyack, 4th floor next to the ice rink. These are the f...

Nyack Rentals are HOT
The Nyack rental market is exploding!  In the past 2 days, I have had numerous calls for rentals in the Nyacks, had 4 rental appointments, 1 lease signing and waiting to hear ...

School Time getting close in Clarkstown
Attention Clarkstown students and parents, the time is getting closer.....school supply shopping time is here!!  If you are a parent of a student in Clarkstown, and if you are...

The Burger Loft in New City
A new burger joint hits New City, and getting rave reviews.  The Burger Loft appears to have what it takes to make it.  Recently, my husband, friends and  I went to ...

Town of Clarkstown Cooling Centers
This is a very important email that I received, and would like to share it.  Take advantage of these cooling centers and tips.  Stay cool and stay safe.   ...

The Big Parking Debate in Nyack
Are the new parking rules in the Village of Nyack working for you?  On May 15th, the Village of Nyack decided to try a new parking policy, which would be in effect for 90 days...

Gluten Free Pizza in New City
If you are in need of a good gluten free pizza, I have the place for you.  Ray's Pizza, in New City is the where you want to go.  My daughter suffers from Celiac Disease,...

Clarkstown School District Budget Vote
Calling all Clarkstown School District voters, tomorrow is the day!!  Go out and vote.  The polls open at 7am and close at 9pm, the polling stations are Congers Elementar...

Clarkstown South’s Outdoor Shopping Extravaganza
The Clarkstown South's Outdoor Shopping Extravaganza will soon be here. This is an event sponsored by the school's club, Assets Leadership team, to raise money for the Make-A-Wish ...

New City Street Fair
Looking for something fun to do this Sunday, April 22nd?   The New City Chamber of Commerce is hosting The New City Street Fair.  This event will be held 10-5, rain or sh...

More Farming in New City at Cropsey Farm
For many of us who grew up in New City, we are very happy to see that "Cropsey Farm", is back to farming.  Last year, 5 acres of the property was used for a community garden. ...

Early Spring Housing Market hits New City
Many of us are happy with the warm temperatures, crocus blooming and NO snow.  Well, the flowers popping up are not the only signs of an early spring.  The spring housing...

Greengate Market in New City
For the last 10 years or so, the farm stand at the bottom of Red Hill Rd. in New City has had more owners than I can count.  For the past few years, they have been pretty ...

Master Tailor in New City is Perfect
 I recently purchased a cocktail dress on line, which I was sceptical in doing, but they ask you to put in your measurements, so they can customize the dress for you.  We...

The Chocolatier in New City a Perfect Choice
The Chocolatier in New City once again showed my why it is the place to go when buying not only chocolates, but sweets and unique gifts.  I've been a patron for years, even wh...

Clarkstown School Board All Need to Go
I am sick and tired of opening the Rockland Journal News, and seeing another embarrassing article about the Clarkstown School Board.  It seems that every few days th...

Union Restaurant Opening New Village Eatery
As a Realtor when I saw the old Soup Stone Building go under contract and eventually close I couldn't help but wonder, whose coming in?  To my delight and I'm sure to all Rock...

Ever See A Goalie Score
I used to love to be the goalie on my soccer teams back when I used to go to Camp Natchez, Camp Pontiac, oh those were the days, anyhow never in my wildest dreams would I accomplis...

All I Can JP Auclair Segment
I came across this video clip last night and I'm still thinking about it.  This amazing segment was shot in the suburbs of BC and it breaks every boundry in the ski film world...

Original Design in New City
Original Design in New City is a great place to shop for jewelry any time of year.  You can buy trendy jewelry for as little as $10 or beautiful custom made pieces.  Ever...

Holiday Sale in Downtown New City
What a great idea the merchants of the Clarkstown Shopping Mall came up with .  On Wed and Thurs,  Dec. 14th & 15th, they will be holding a 2 day Holiday Sale.  ...

Yogurt Sensations in New City
The newest food hot spot in New City is Yogurt Sensations located in the Town Plaza.  This seems to be a favorite for all ages, my teen goes there pretty often with her friend...

Great Dining Experience in Tappan
Last Saturday night, my husband and I went out to dinner with several couples at The '76 House, in Tappan, NY.  What an absolutely wonderful evening!  From the moment we ...

No power in New City
First Irene, now this??  A snow day on Halloween?  What is going on?  I've lived in New City my whole life, and I cannot ever remember having extended power outages,...

Nanuet Restaurant Pizza
I recently went to Nanuet Restaurant for pizza.  I had forgotten how great that pizza is.  It is very different than your regular New York style pizza.  The crust is...

Congers Valley Cottage Italian Festival
Looking for something fun and different to do this Sunday, Oct. 2nd?  How about heading over to Congers Station Park on Burnside Ave., in Congers for the 5th Annual Italian Fe...

Nearly Fall Rockland County
It is one of the things I love about the area. Really Fall is my favorite time of year. And it seems as it is ever looming. There is something for me about pulling on a lite coat w...

The Castle in New City Great Surprise
The other day I was in New City, and was meeting family for lunch.  We decided go to The Castle on Main St. in New City.  I thought that we would be eating inside, much t...

Fishing In Rockland County
Ok -- so as the year has gone on, I have gone outdoors more and more. I found I love fishing! Whether I am casting in the little lake in Pearl River's Veterans Park, or taking a bo...

New City Buildings being Demolished
Today I was driving down Main St. in New City and noticed fencing around a building on S. Main that used to be a nail salon. And there were men taking the roof apart. I come to f...

Clarkstown School Board OKs Superintendent Search
Here I am, on vacation and having a wonderful time. I check out facebook, and find that the New City Patch has posted an article about the Clarkstown School Board, voting to allo...

Golf in Rockland County
I love golf -- really I do! And Rockland is a wonderful place to play. There are great private courses yes but Public courses here are wonderful. My favorite by far is in Ramap...

Make up your mind
Ok -- I don't know a lot, but I know what I've read and I know how it all works. If your credit rating falls, the interest rates you will be made to pay on a car loan, credit cards...

Are there rentals in New City
The other day, I was asked this question: " Are there rentals in New City and what kind of rentals?" They were so surprised when I told them that there are about 15 rentals in MLS...

Kennedy Dells Park in New City
Want a quick get away? One where you feel nature all around you complete with a waterfall? Then head on over to Kennedy Dells Park in New City. This hiking park offers serene hi...

Clarkstown to take care of foreclosure lawns
The other day I was showing a property to a client, that happened to be in foreclosure. Although the house was in good shape, the outside was in desperate need of help. The grass...

Dont Rent BUY NOW
It is cheaper to buy then rent in the Nyacks, Rivertowns like Piermont, and Throughout all of rockland county from Stony Point to Suffern time is now... According to NPR this AM...

New City Farm is back to Farming
The other day, I was in my car with a friend and we were driving by Cropsey's Farm on Little Tor Rd., in New City. We both live up the street from the farm, so know that the Crops...

Garage Sales are Green
I am feeling my flower-child roots lately. So another tip, I love garage sales. This time of year throughout Rockland County from Montebello to Tomkins Cove, from Palisades to Cong...

Methods to my Madness
Ok -- I admit it I am pseudo green. I wish I could be greener. Nyack, Piermont, Tappan, and up to Stony Point out towards Suffern, we all try our best to do a little more for the e...

New City Revitalization Project Starts Up Again
I know, here we go again. Whether you are a merchant or a consumer, trying to get to your dry cleaner, pizza parlor or barber shop these next few months will be challenging ones f...

Rivertown Film of Nyack Holds Fundraiser
On Sunday, May 15th, Rivertown Film of Nyack will be holding a fundraiser; Kitchen Tour de Force, Rockland County’s first Kitchen Tour. This will give people an opportunity to e...

New City Fire Depart. Host Blood Drive
The New City Fire Department will be sponsoring a blood drive at their firehouse on Sunday, May 1 from 10:30 am until 3:00 pm, this event is open to all. The blood drive will be...

Tutors Galore here to help
It is that time of year for students across the county, Advanced Placement Exams, SAT's, ACT's are here and soon the Regents as well. Tutors often get a bad name, somehow the child...

Gone to the Dogs...
So we adopted a puppy! Yep well he is a big puppy but a puppy nonetheless. Two things I learned: one hire a dogwalker at least for a little while. It takes the pressure off! An...

Gluten Free Pizza in Nanuet
To all of those who suffer from Celiac Disease, or just gluten intolerant, Posa Posa Pizzeria in Nanuet, NY is the place for you. Posa Posa offers Gluten Free pizza, which is cook...

From Nyack to Japan...
I have been riveted to the stories coming from Japan. Without any real connections to the country except a deep love of the culture, the food the art, I found myself trying to find...

New City fix nears strartup
The Journal News reported today, that the "long-delayed, much-anticipated reconstruction of New Hempsead Rd. might begin during the spring." I had no idea that this project was ap...

The Village of Haverstraw : Secret River Trail Redux
With spring around the corner, I want to remind everyone of the newly revamped and cleaned up Hudson river walking and bike trail that connects the base of Main St. (left down the ...

Vito and Michaels in New City is Back
If you've been dying for pizza like you've never tasted before, well your wait is over. It's taken 20 years, but Vito & Michael's Gourmet Pizzeria Restaurant is back in New City, ...

Nyack to the Guggenheim
When the Guggenheim was built in the 1950's the Tappan-Zee Bridge from Nyack had just been finished. The Museum as many know was Built By Frank Lloyd Wright (although he never saw ...

From Nyack to the Arts of the City
Living in Rockland County in Tappan; formerly in Nyack and Congers. I have found the proximity to the city and its arts and cultural programs are an incredible resource. So I am go...

The Harbors at Haverstraw : February 2011 Market Update
Good afternoon everybody! How are you today? Just like I promised, I am back in the full swing and that means time for a February real estate market...

The Clubhouse Bar and Grill, New City
Recently, the Clarkstown Hockey Club held a fundraiser at The Clubhouse in New City. The fundraiser was to benefit a scholarship in memory of Clarkstown ...

A New Dawn
Good afternoon everybody! How are you today? I just wanted to check in real quick and let all ...