SPRING HAS SPRUNG NYACK’S 31st ANNUAL SPRINGFEST STREET FAIR TO TAKE PLACE APRIL 9

PRESS RELEASE― Winter gives way to spring as Nyack prepares for the Nyack Chamber’s 31st annual SpringFest street fair, set for Sunday, April 9 in the heart of Nyack on Main Street and Broadway from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., rain or shine.  Admission is free.

Families and fun-seekers shouldn’t miss this special event, featuring over 300 vendors offering something for everyone ― jewelry, art, photography, collectibles, antiques, quality handmade crafts, unique gifts and much more. Not to mention the great shops and restaurants that will be participating with special offers. The fair also features live entertainment, plus great food, outdoor dining and activities for the kids.

This year’s event is generously sponsored by the Nyack Boat Charter (NBC). Fair-goers can find out about exciting Hudson River sailing and speedboat adventures at NBC’s SpringFest booth.

Also of special interest, kids of all ages can join the circus for a day, taking in Amazing Grace CIRCUS! shows and trying out tightwire walking, silk climbing and juggling with help from the circus performers. The free shows are set for 1 & 3 p.m. in Memorial Park.

Popcorn, cotton candy and juggling equipment will be available for purchase to complete the circus experience.

Musical entertainment, organized by event manager Mark Mangan, begins at 11 a.m. and continues until 5 p.m.Performing live on the Nyack Chamber Stage on Main and Cedar streets:

11 a.m.  Jeff Rubin — acoustic guitarist, formerly of Oingo Boingo
1:30 p.m.  Dead Meat — Grateful Dead tribute band
4 p.m. Richie Ranno’s All Stars – rock