Suzanne D. Coyle's Blog Posts

Mothers Day In New City
This morning, on the ride to school, my daughter asked if Mother's Day is this Sunday.  I replied that it was and she said I still didn't buy you a gift but I made you somethi...

New York State Standardized Testing
After careful consideration, I feel compelled to write this letter regarding the NYS Common Core testing.  I am a lifelong Clarkstown resident and currently have three daughte...

Surfside 3 at PennyBridge Marina Stony Point
As you drive along Grassy Point Road in Stony Point, there's no mistaking that this area sustained the wrath of Hurricane Sandy last fall.  I was witness to the initial devast...

Gilligans on the Hudson Stony Point
Gilligan's on the Hudson is open!  Located on Grassy Point Road in Stony Point, this is an awesome restaurant.  This had been a favorite of mine all summer long.  Th...

Strawtown Elementary Aids Sandy Victims
In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the staff, families and students of Strawtown Elementary School participated in a Giving Parade this past Friday.  Since our annual Hallow...

Bob Saget at Paramount Center for the Arts
I have to admit, I have never been that crazy about Bob Saget until I saw him in several episodes of my favorite HBO series, Entourage. I thought his character was outrageously fun...

Leap Year and Leap Day Fun Facts
My young daughter came home from school today with "very important" information.  She said "Mom, sit down so I can explain to you why we have leap year....in case you don't kn...

Union Restaurant Haverstraw NY
The Union Restaurant and Bar Latino, located on New Main Street in Haverstraw, NY, is holding its 4th annual "We Care Event"  at their restaurant.  This is just one of ma...

Sparkle Up Beauty New City
Looking for a great place to have your daughter's next birthday party?  Sparkle Up may be your answer! It's located right on Second Street in downtown New City.  You have...

Strawtown Jewelry New City
Rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings!! My family has been shopping at Strawtown Jewelry since they were first located in a small shop on  Strawtown Road in West Nyack.  ...

Bounce Trampoline Sports Valley Cottage
My daughter had her birthday party today at Bounce! Trampoline Sports in Valley Cottage.  It opened in Clarkstown Executive Park this past fall and has become a huge success s...

Snowboarding at Tuxedo Ridge
    Snowboarding season is fast approaching and my kids are psyched!  Boots, bindings and boards are ready to go.  This brings me to recommend Tuxedo Ridge in...

Nyack Hospital Be Healthy Run And Walk
Looking to spend some quality time outdoors in the beautiful Nyacks?  You can plan on it for Saturday, November 19, 2001 starting at 9am!  Nyack Hospital will be hostin...

Petitions Filed Against Two Clarkstown Board Members
So, here we go again with our Clarkstown Board of Education.....I am not going to start writing about all the details related to this, just throw my opnion and comments out there...

Just Buns Congers New York
Do you have a sweet tooth?  Searching for a great local (and family owned) bakery?  Look no more, beacause Just Buns, located at 33 Lake Rd in Congers is a terrific place...

The Great Jack O Lantern Blaze
Happy Halloween everyone!  Thought I would let you know about this very awesome annual event at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson.  My family and I have been here a...

Union Restaurant Supports Nyack Hospital
I love the Union Restaurant in Haverstraw and was very happy to learn that once again, they will be supporting their local community!  Here's the deal--beginning on Wednesday ...

Napolis Pizza New City
Napolis Pizza is located at 48 Germonds Road in New City, NY, across from Albertus Magnus HS.  I have to say, this place is a little gem!  The food is always delicious an...

Rockland Boulders Baseball Pomona
My family and I recently attended our first Rockland Boulders Baseball game at Provident Bank Park in Pomona. It was a fun night for all of us and we will definitely be going back...

The Pink Chandelier Nyack
Last weekend, my daughter attended a birthday party at The Pink Chandelier Design Studio in Nyack. Lucky her, she was driven there in a stretch limo with all her friends! When I ...

Sweet Petes Ice Cream Congers
The vote is in.....my kids have a favorite spot for ice cream treats! Sweet Pete's Ice Cream Factory, located at 57 Lake Rd in Congers. It's conveniently located right in town, h...

City Line Family Restaurant New City
Hi Everyone! This was a beautiful Saturday evening! My family and I were looking for a restaurant with outside dining so we could enjoy the gorgeous weather. We found it at Ci...

Fitness Boot Camp New City
Want to get the best work outs of your life? Increase your strength, flexibility and lose weight? Then you have to try Fitness Boot Camp 4 Life! The owner/trainer is Ramon Guz...

Hudson Valley Pet Food Pantry
I have written about People to People food pantry and run a food drive through Strawtown Elementary School every year......"but what about all the family pets?" I have often wonder...

Nyack Hospital Motorcycle Run in June
Attention all riders!!! Another great benefit for Nyack Hospital is coming up soon! On Sunday, June 5, 2011 the Nyack Hospital Rockland 100 will take place, rain or shine. The 10...

Kids Run 2 Rockland Lake State Park
On Saturday, June11, 2011 there will be a really fun event taking place at Rockland Lake State Park! Kids Run 2 is a two mile fun run and walk designed for kids and beginner ...

Nyack Hospital Golf Classic
The Nyack Hospital Golf Classic is scheduled to take place on Monday, May 23, 2011. This year's outing will be held at the exclusive Manhattan Woods Golf Club, located in West Nya...

Clarkstown Board of Education Meeting
There will be a CCSD Budget Workshop on Tuesday 4/5/11 at 7:30pm. The current location has been moved to South High School in West Nyack to allow the public to observe the BOE, su...

Clarkstown Central School District BOE
As many of you are aware, there has been great upset and concern regarding the Clarkstown Central School District Board of Education. There are many different facets involved, so ...

People to People West Nyack
As I prepare for kicking off Strawtown Elementary School's Annual Food Drive in West Nyack, I want to remind everyone to help your neighbors in need. So many people are still stru...

Here in New City, but Dreaming of the Beach!
As I'm scrolling through some of today's headlines from Inman News, a little something catches my eye and brings on a smile...it's a brief article about a new website coming our w...

The Union Restaurant, Haverstraw, NY
This past Sunday I had the pleasure of dining out at the Union Restaurant in Haverstraw. For those that haven't been there, you are missing out on some great Latino-fusion style fo...

Race to Nowhere
I recently saw this documentary, a film by Vicki Abeles. I figured, why not, it's free and it's supposed to be pretty good....so, off I went with my...

Inexpensive ways to spice up your kitchen!
Is your kitchen looking old, tired, dated (maybe even a little grimy)? There are so many inexpensive ways to spruce up your cooking and dining space! ...