Cool Music For Hot Summer Nights

As the weather heats up, the season of cool outdoor music continues at The Shops at Nanuet’s annual Summer Concert Series in August and September. Now in its third year, the series offers free entertainment to the public on select Thursday nights from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Guests to The Shops at Nanuet can enjoy the following performance schedule:

• August 25 – Joe D’Urso & Stone Caravan, a Jersey Shore, rock and roll band that tours internationally, has performed on thousands of stages in 24 countries and attracts fans worldwide.

• September 8 –The Amish Outlaws is a six-member band composed of several former Lancaster, Pennsylvania natives and a few friends who rock out with a set list featuring The Beatles, Billy Idol, Bob Marley, Prince and The Rolling Stones; all while donning traditional Amish garb.

In addition to the highlighted musical performances, the Summer Concert Series evenings will include food sampling and retailer hosted programs, including complimentary yoga lead by a local instructor, courtesy of lululemon athletic. The class will be held just prior to each concert from 5:30 to 6:30 pm.

As an added incentive for shoppers on concert nights, The Shops at Nanuet is offering a special gift with purchase on September 8. Customers who spend $200 can receive a $20 Simon American Express Giftcard when they present their same day receipts from retailers at The Shops at Nanuet (limit three per person). Customers can redeem gift cards at the mall office from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and at the Summer Concert Series from 5 to 8 pm.

There will be more family-friendly elements such as an opportunity to grab a fun prop and enjoy a free, digital photo booth experience and face-painting during select concert dates.

“The Summer Concert Series at The Shops at Nanuet has attracted music lovers all over Rockland County, who have come out with their friends and family to enjoy a wide variety of music under night skies in our beautiful and relaxing outdoor environment,” commented Briana Puncar, director of mall marketing and business development for The Shops at Nanuet. “With the summer now in its final weeks, we are thrilled to offer guests the opportunity to enjoy music, shopping and dining.”

To make it a great experience, the following Insider Tips will help concert goers during visits:

1. Event attendees are encouraged to bring their own folding chairs, as seating is limited.

2. On event days, alternate traffic patterns will be implemented while the concert area is in place.

3. It is recommended that guests park in the back of the property and use the escalator by Regal Cinemas to access shops and the concert area.

4. Before or after the concerts enjoy a delicious meal at one of the many restaurant options at The Shops at Nanuet including Bonefish Grill, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Zinburger Wine and Burger Bar, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, Banchetto Feast, Patsy’s Pizzeria and Qdoba.

The Summer Concert Series at The Shops at Nanuet is sponsored locally by Nyack Hospital.

Visitors are encouraged to visit www.facebook.com/shopsatnanuet to view complete details for each concert date, including retailer offerings, food sampling, enter-to-win opportunities, and more.

For more information about the The Shops at Nanuet’s Summer Concert Series, visit the center’s Facebook page or call (845) 367-9452.

The Shops at Nanuet now has new operating hours. Guests can visit the center, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Through September, visitors can take advantage of extended hours on Friday and Saturday nights until 10 p.m.