Rockland Calendar Highlights: Activities for Kids and Families - February 2010

For Chocolate Lovers Only

For those who would rather eat their Valentine than simply lick an envelope, Haverstraw's King's Daughters Public Library hosts "Chocolate Overload for Valentine's Day" on February 8 at 6:30pm. Be prepared for a chocolate overload as chef Shawn Hubbell prepares tasty treats. Ages: YE, TW, TE, AD. FREE. Pre-registration is requested. 10 West Ramapo Road, Garnerville. 845-786-3800. www.hkdpl.org.

Sway to the Rhythm

   Celebrate Black History Month with a dynamic performance that portrays the African-American cultural experience through music, when SUNY Rockland hosts a Gospel Concert. February 12. 6-8pm. FREE. Cultural Arts Theater, Eugene Levy Fieldhouse, 145 College Road, Suffern. 845-574-4396. www.sunyrockland.edu.

Clowning Around

   Need a laugh? The Grand Falloons are an acclaimed ensemble of theater, circus, and design professionals whose humor, antics, and stage presence have entertained audiences around the globe. In their "Silly Circus," these Brooklyn-based performers combine elements of classic vaudeville and European circus to entertain audiences of all ages. They come to Rockland County as part of the Milk and Cookies Playhouse series. For less than the cost of a trip into the city, you can see them at the Nyack Center. February 13 at 10:30am. $10. 58 Depew Avenue, Nyack. For tickets and info, email [email protected] or call 845-418-ARTS. www.nyackcenter.org.

The Circus at JCC

   Children are invited to come in costume for the Amazing Grace Circus's "Circus at Shushan" Purim carnival, February 21 at 1:30pm at JCC Rockland. After the show, kids will be divided up into age groups to learn circus tricks. The event also features Purim arts and crafts projects for children. All ages. $50 in advance for families up to 6 people; $15 per person at the door. 450 West Nyack Road, West Nyack. 845-362-4400. www.jccrockland.org.