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Important Update

The West Point Band performance at Kensico Dam Plaza tonight, Friday, August 7 has been cancelled due to the weather forecast. Read more

Duck Derby

Special Event at The Brook at Tibbetts on Sunday, Aug. 9. Duck Derby Special Event Pricing: $10 children ages 3 to 11; $20 for ages 12 and older.

Parks Event Update

The West Point Band performance at Kensico Dam Plaza tonight, Friday, Aug. 7 has been cancelled due to the weather forecast.

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