My last year in Joy Acres was 1969 I think. Where are all of your family memebers living now? When I was a kid I would watch Mr. Hudson cut firewood using the Model T coop that he had. 672 Bungalows in Connecticut from $64,900. According to the Catskills Institute at Northeastern University, by the 1950s a half-million people each year inhabited the summer world of bungalow colonies, summer camps and small hotels.. Freedom and tell It looks like a small village, as each building is quite distinct. my grandmother would always walk around with a bag of lollipops for people about the bungalow colony. Are you still in that home? At that time, Valley Cottage was a sleepy town with an apothecary with a soda fountain, the post office & a handfull of additional stores. Stiglitz She said her family moved there for For people you can contact me at my e-mail address of AlbertM@njcpafirm.com. Mathisson Bungalows More. Steinberg's I find what they did reprehensible. My sister and cousins have such wonderful memories of the colony, the people (city people from NYC) and the innocent wonderful simple times that we lived in then. Roseland's House Solow's Green Acres After Nan died uncle Pete added one in the part of the house he and Aunt Anne lived in I think? I recently started a (closed) Facebook group called Forest Glen Bungalow Colony for family members to share memories. New Arlington Hotel We would Mickey. If you compare the 1943 map vs. the 1950s maps you might see some changes after the war ended. Albert, how exciting to see your post. I believe Mom lived to the right of Mrs. Hudsons heading towards the school. On one map for the Valley Cottage-Nyack area I have noted the location on Lake Road where Forest Glen bungalow colony was. Definitly interested in helping get the name Rockland Lake back. And fell in love with the area when my Mom and my Uncle married, each brought their family here to the area around Rockland Lake. I would be thrilled to see any photos or read about anything related to Rockland Lake!! Hi Emmi,I ddnt feel it was appropriate for the blog, but if my childhood recollection is accurate your dad was Irving Schulsinger and your bungalow was referred to as the Schulsinger bungalow. I had a retarded brother and sister who couldnt go to the regular public school. Schwartz's Riversite Bungalows 3. I have been told it is hard to find me, so I could also look for you and send you a friend request, Eleanor. We lived in the house next to the fire house. the Cobbs, Hohler & McIntyre Families as well as the Firehouse, Tillmans, & St. Michaels RC Church were on one side. My father always took pictures as well as home movies so we all have copies of some of those picnics. Crispell Farm I want to say it was around 1954 or so? My brother Sam DAuria ran the Rockland Lake golf courses and lived in the park house at the end of the road that circled down to the river. The family would attend church at St Michaels Roman Catholic Church in Rockland Lake on Sundays, bringing 4 welcome musical voices to the congregation. The beautiful mission church St. Michaels e. stablished in 1901, would be demolished by the state in 1963 6 years before any serious park service work was done in its area. And so, hoping that there is only one Eleanor Rogers Larsen, I have sent a request. I wen to St. Paul School with your brother! And/or I am on facebook. This is wonderful John!! Riverview My Mom spent her childhood summers and many weekends there, and when she married in 1953, she moved with my Dad up to Rockland permanently, settling in Blauvelt where at age 83 she still works the front desk at the Blauvelt Library! We never changed bungalows. Grand View House You guys lived in the lower part of the house and your Grandmother and uncle John lived up stairs if I remember correctly? There was a concrete handball court downhill from the pool and playground swings downhill from that. We would have so much fun! A cluster of seven "handsome cottages" constructed in the late 1890s between 80th and 83rd Streets formed the original resort. I now pass these memories on to my family members. bungalows were small and cozy. Find the best offers for Properties in Connecticut. Sim's Resort Colony Although I am so glad that Rockland Lake wasnt built up like the rest of the county, it would be awesome to be able to live in our old homes. Spring Farm The Fallsview We shared a two-bedroom cabin with another family consisting of an . . Hotel Wadler Balfour Hotel ''So many have gone by the wayside, and I don't know whose fault that is,'' she said. Berger's Farmhouse & Bungalows a playground near it. John, I know you remember me.the scar on your forehead was down while we were throwing rocks at each other!!! Genel, I decided to take a chance and send you a message on FB. Nyack Buildings Part2, https://www.dropbox.com/sh/vnuxq553jk3r8c6/AAByyc5ZhsPRl-allDuPmfgOa?dl=0, John Patrick Schutz Real Estate MLS Search, My Collegue Barbara Carroll of Rand Realty. Levner's I remember your dad and mom very well and as a matter of fact when the fire house had a recent reunion a year or two ago, I was talking with your mom and met Jacks older son and one of his daughters. I had forgotten that I had responded to your post in a post of my own instead of a reply. We tend to think of Harriman State Park andHook Mountain State Park, andTallman and the like as intelligently saved pristine old-growth forest. I just figured out that I was there in 1955. At the end of the summer, my grandma would return to her manager position at Lord & Taylor and theyd come for weekends whenever possible except for the coldest weeks of January and February. over the property. I remember our colony, Ha-Ya Country Club, had some of the actors from Car 54 prior them being famous. Irvington Bungalows Day camp was softball all morning and swimming after lunch. Oh the wonderful memories. The Chlupsa Family. Daitch's Paradise Inn There are a few other people. . That would be so awesome to have a reunion by the firehouse! I thinkmy family was in 4 different bungalows between 1949 and 1959 (with 1958 spent at another place near Spring Valley). It always seems to be at work when I reminisce as well!!! You, me, Bob Golfin and another girl used to hang out all the time. Mostly the same people returned, but other new people They were nice enough to order pizza and I spent some time reminiscing with them. Orchard House (Cohen's) Many of the Park Rangers would find an excuse to stop by and have a cup of coffee, and some of the cakes or breads that were always magically appearing. Mike & Ann's Peckler Hotel I think I knew that, and my memory is a bit more foggy than I liked, but I know who you are as opposed to your Mom. I got many stories of walking to Dr Davies, the cinema in Nyack and driving their cars across the lake. I would love to see any old photos you have of Rockland Lake! Pollack's Hotel Rose Inn Susser's Great story / history to continue into the future. He died tragically in a car crash years ago. By submitting the above I agree to the privacy policy and terms of use of JTA.org. Your grandmother and my Aunt Janet are about all that are left alive of that group with the exception of a few younger Walter cousins. Steiglitz ArtCliff Pine Hill Hotel When I was real young(maybe 8 or 9) we always had a family get together at my grandmas house down at the end of the lane during the summer and more times than not Charlie would be there. There were loads of rivers in the The pool was the big focal point. Brookside Farm Feldman's Seletsky's Villa Dec 28, 2022 - Browse and Book from the Best Vacation Rentals with Prices in Kerhonkson: View Tripadvisor's 104 unbiased reviews, 998 photos and great deals on 80 vacation rentals, cabins and villas in Kerhonkson, NY You see all their moods. Thanks for sharing! Sometimes their chatting is in Yiddish. in a little bit. I remember playing softball in the circle and swimming in the pool. came every year. Dorothy C. To Michael Klopchin, I remember you well. My family spent summers at Forest Glen from around 1949-1961. The Breezy Corners Bungalow Colony site, along Joyland Road in the town of Monticello, New York, has a long history as a hospitality destination. Most of the nicer places, they found, have long waiting lists or have been converted to co-ops. Surprise winter disco chalet would make the perfect valentines. Siyum Harambam in Kozy Acres. Hill's Summer Resort Pine Hill Cottages We used to play miniature golf at the Mt. My mom was Virginia (Hudson) Peluso. that was planning to develop the area, but it never happened The only thing By the end of August, you need a break. Hahn's . Email me brother its been too long. She said it was sad when everyone had to move out so the PIPC could move in. It was very hard work running the bungalow colony during Mike Klopchin is my name. McCormick's Sunset Farm Sun Circle My Grandmothers house was right next to your house at the end of the lane. 2br loft bungalow on 11 acres, 90min from the GWB. The nearby Knickerbocker Fire House was established 1862. forward to. Mrs. McIntyre still lives in Rockland Lake. He immigrated from Bohemia. Hankin's High View Inn Ideal Mike McIntyre and other neighborhood boys would come and play with us. The Kuceras lived at the bottom of the hill across from the pond that we ice skated on before the lake froze over. I grew up in Rockland Lake from 1946 until the state took over the house we lived in. Aunt Grace ran the store and uncle John ran the butcher shop. Susan my name is Robert Dunham lived at the end of Collier Ave. I lived on Mountainview Avenue in the 70s. Like Uncle Mick my Mom on one of her last visits to Rockland County took me to GethsemaneCemetery and we walked it identifying our Kucera graves. We also used to go down to swim in Rockland Lake. I lived in the old brick two story house on the south side of Rockland Lake. Empire Hotel They don't . Everything else is Everyone is well. MONROE, N.Y. Twelve people were injured after a bungalow exploded and caught fire in upstate New York Friday morning, officials said. Thanks, Bob! , My deepest sympathies and condolences Michael Klopchin, may he rest in peace, thank you all..he will be missedMickey, Im very sorry to hear of Joes passing. Fountain Hill House Id give just about anything for us all to be together again there in Rockland Lake. This is a piece of Rockland Lakes history I was unaware of, and I appreciate your filling us in on this part of the Rockland Lake timeline! Freedom Golf Range. greasy spoon called The Spot. Halbreich's Joyland, Hotels Parkway Inn I drove past and took a photo of Mrs. Hudsons house year before last. Sterlington was also wiped from the maps, St. Johns in the Wilderness no longer has a village around it and caters to a congregation of memories and regrets. 303 & 9W. My dad Charlie Dittmer was born there and he has always spoke about what a great childhood he had growing up next to the lake. or anything. Many of the names above have brought back strong memories. I was curious to know if Sam is still alive. name of the neighboring colony they purchased. This is Mike Klopchin, born and raised in Rockland lake. Polster's Villa Perfect starter home or investment property located in waterburys town plot section! Rockland Lake and Eagle Bay are my lifetime favorite places. ''It wouldn't have been good for the kids.''. Did anyone know twin teenage sisters- Gail and Iris. Hysana Lodge My I dont remember living there because I was about 3 when we moved out, but I spent a lot of time walking around there and down by the river with Mom and Aunt Irma. Ellenville Robert Im pleased you found my post. Located in Spring Glen, N.Y., the colony is a co-op of 12 bungalows on eight acres, a common building called the Casino, and a pool. The other was that he ran into the telephone pole run in front headfirst. It was a great way to grow up. My memory starts when most of the houses on the lake-side of Lake Rd. My brothers & I attended Rockland Lake School. Hi! For years these fakakta announcements would drive me crazy, yet I felt it necessary to preserve one forever. Phyl-Bob Colony Theimer's Jewish educators came to his rescue. Sunny Acres Hello Shelley! Thank you for writing about my home in Rockland County. 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