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Obituaries

Richie Dee, 69, Rochelle Park Resident ROCHELLE PARK, N.J. -- Richie Dee -- a Rochelle Park resident, formerly of Closter -- died on Thursday, June 9. He was 69. Before retiring, Dee was a production clerk for Alan Baird Industries in Ho-Ho-Kus. He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart Church in Rochelle Park. He is survived by his wife, Nancy (Balcom) Dee; and his brother Robert Dee and his wife Izzy of California, and Joan Simmons of Texas. Visiting hours will be from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14, at the Vander Plaat Memorial Home, 113 South Farview Ave., in Paramus. Cremation will be private. Memorial donations…

by Rachel Martin

06/13/2016

Lifestyle

Free Singing Lessons Offered For Teaneck Men TEANECK, N.J. -- If you've a song within you, the Blue Chip Chorus of Bergen County will help you learn to set it free. The group is offering six weeks of free lessons, on Wednesdays beginning June 29. So, Teaneck men, if you like to sing and would like to be able to sing better -- or if you've never sung but would like to try -- this is for you. No prior musical experience is required, but it's optimal if you can stay on key. To register, call 201-391-8366 or email quartet4@optonline.net. Registration will continue through the day of the first lesson. The lessons will be from 7p.m. to a…

by Rachel Martin

06/13/2016

Lifestyle

Dine At Lucky's Steak Plate, Aid Clifton Boys & Girls Club CLIFTON, N.J. -- Lucky's Steak Plate is partnering with the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton on Wednesday, June 15, when part of your check will be donated to the organization.From 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. that day, present this coupon when you pay, and 10 percent of your total will be donated. Lucky's is located at 1218 Main Ave., in Clifton. For more information about the local Boys & Girls Club, visit its website or Facebook page.

by Rachel Martin

06/13/2016

Events

Pompton Lakes Organizes Free Outdoor Summer Concert POMPTON LAKES, N.J. -- The Emanuel Einstein Public Library is hosting a free summer concert by Rave On Band with Chris Roselle on Thursday, June 16. The band will perform music from the legends of early rock 'n' roll -- from the '60s and '70s. "Bring lawn chairs or a blanket [and] enjoy the music under the stars," organizers note. The show will be from 7-9 p.m. The library is located at 333 Wanaque Ave., in Pompton Lakes. The rain date is June 29. The concert is organized by the Pompton Lakes Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by XCEL Federal Credit Union.

by Rachel Martin

06/13/2016

Lifestyle

Summer Reading Kick-off Party Set For Garfield Library GARFIELD, N.J. -- On your mark, get set ... read! The Garfield Public Library is inviting the public to its 2016 Summer Reading Kick-Off Party on Thursday, June 23. Holley the Clown will be there, along with her assistant, acrobatic dog JuanCarlos. Children of all ages are welcome, and light refreshments will be served. Registration is highly recommended. Stop by the library or call 973-478-3800. The celebration begins at 10:30 a.m. The library is located at 500 Midland Ave., in Garfield. For more library events, check out the library's website or Facebook page.

by Rachel Martin

06/13/2016

Events

Discover 'What's All That Jazz About' At Hackensack Library Monday HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Hackensack's Johnson Public Library is hosting a session called "What's All That Jazz About?" on Monday, June 13, for kids through sixth grade."Learn about the colorful and expressive American music known as jazz through listening games, humorous demonstrations and storytelling in this highly interactive and fun presentation with jazz saxophonist Shenole Latimer," organizers note. No registration is required for this event. The session will be from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the library's auditorium. The library is located at 274 Main St., in Hackensack. To ke…

by Rachel Martin

06/12/2016

Lifestyle

Waldwick Pool Full-Time Season Begins June 20 WALDWICK, N.J. -- The Waldwick municipal is now open on weekends, and the full-time season will begin on Monday, June 20. If you haven't renewed your membership yet, in-season rates will now apply. You can purchase or renew memberships at the pool during its regular hours, noon to 8 p.m. on weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends and holidays. For more details about the pool -- including membership costs and swimming-lessons schedules -- visit the borough website.

by Rachel Martin

06/12/2016

Police & Fire

Photos: Students In Leadership Academy Train With Hackensack Firefighters HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Participants in the Bergen County Sheriff Youth Law Enforcement Leadership Academy stopped by the Hackensack Fire Department headquarters on Thursday to experience emergency responder scenarios. Members of fire department and EMS assisted with the situations, including searching for "victims" using breathing apparatus, learning how thermal imagining cameras work and helping firefighters locate victims. Participants also learned how EMS provides care and toured headquarters. "It's always great to assist other departments with programs," said Deputy C…

by Rachel Martin

06/12/2016

Sports

Feast And Support Paramus Wrestling At Bahama Breeze PARAMUS, N.J. -- Come enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet, as Bahama Breeze partners with Paramus Wrestling in a fundraiser on Tuesday, June 14.The cost is $45 at the door, and it includes the buffet plus unlimited wine, beer and soda. Limited-edition 2017 Paramus Wrestling t-shirts will also be on sale. The event runs from 6-9 p.m. The Paramus Bahama Breeze is located at 1600 Town Center. For more information about Paramus Wrestling, visit its website or Facebook page.

by Rachel Martin

06/12/2016

Events

Ridgewood Library Foundation Organizes 'One Village One Book' RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- "What if everyone in Ridgewood read the same book?" members of the Ridgewood Public Library Foundation ask. "What conversations could we spark?" The foundation is inviting the community to read "The Boys in the Boat" and connect through the shared reading experience. Daniel James Brown's novel recounts the tale of the U.S. rowing team at the 1936 Olympics. It "explores the importance teamwork, grit, generosity of spirit, sacrifice and Nazism's effect on the Summer Olympics of 1936," organizers note. One reviewer on Amazon put it this…

by Rachel Martin

06/12/2016

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