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Many Bergen Nonprofits Benefit From Regional Bank's Program Many Bergen Nonprofits Benefit From Regional Bank's Program
Many Bergen Nonprofits Benefit From Regional Bank's Program RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Boiling Springs Savings Bank's award-winning Community Alliance Program continues to grow -- and, in the third quarter of 2016, 160 organizations shared donations over $117,000. This quarter, eight more organizations were able to receive donations: Life Opportunities Unlimited; Meadowlands Area YMCA; Montville Township Police Explorers; Rutherford F.C. Inc.; North Arlington Volunteer Emergency Squad; Woman's Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills; Parsippany High School Band Boosters; and New York-New Jersey Trail Conference. Since the program's beginning, 401 community organizat…
'Young Frankenstein' Never Gets Old: Live Show Peformed In Fair Lawn 'Young Frankenstein' Never Gets Old: Live Show Peformed In Fair Lawn
'Young Frankenstein' Never Gets Old: Live Show Peformed In Fair Lawn FAIR LAWN, N.J. -- The Old Library Theatre is bringing Mel Brook's madcap "Young Frankenstein" to the stage in Fair Lawn for six performances, beginning this Friday, Oct. 21. Brooks lovingly skewered monster movies with the film. The plot follows the American grandson of the mad scientist and his visit to the old family castle. Feffrey Fiorello is directing this production, with musical direction by Charles Santoro and choreography by Amy Shera. It stars Scott Baird as Frederick, Danny Egan as The Monster, Brendan Joel Bartlett as Igor, Gus Ibranyi as Inspector Kemp and the herm…
Fall Into Autumn At New Canaan Nature Center's Annual Fair Fall Into Autumn At New Canaan Nature Center's Annual Fair
Fall Into Autumn At New Canaan Nature Center's Annual Fair NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- New Canaan Nature Center's 47th Annual Fall Fair is this Saturday, Oct. 22, featuring a wide variety of activities. "Experience pony rides, crazy maze, carnival games, bungee jump, zip line, human hamster-ball racing, apple sling shots, pumpkin decorating and so much more," organizers said. "Great food, beverages and baked goods will satisfy hungry appetites as children and families listen and dance to the music." For members, the fair opens at 9.30 a.m. For non-members, it's 10 a.m. Admission is still free, and folks can either buy ticket ind…
Bring Your Best Costumes To Closter Kidville's First Halloween Party Bring Your Best Costumes To Closter Kidville's First Halloween Party
Bring Your Best Costumes To Closter Kidville's First Halloween Party CLOSTER, N.J. -- Kidville, in Closter, is hosting a Halloween bash on Sunday, Oct. 30, with a costume contest and much more. Kidville is a franchised chain of play spaces that also host birthday parties and art, music, dance and gym classes. "Your lil' monster will enjoy our spooktacular costume contest, musical performances, themed art projects, trick-or-treating, refreshments and time in our Big Muscle gym to shake their spookies out," organizers note. Tickets are $20 per member child and $25 for non-members. Adults accompanying the little party people and kids under 6 months do…
Sandy Hook Father Speaks Out Against Trump Sandy Hook Father Speaks Out Against Trump
Sandy Hook Father Speaks Out Against Trump NEWTOWN, Conn. -- Mark Barden -- whose son was murdered in the Sandy Hook mass shooting -- expressed his disgust that Donald Trump would take advice from Alex Jones, who's argued that the shooting was actually faked, according to the Daily Beast. Jones is the host of the internet program "Infowars," and he's pushed a number of conspiracies over the years, including birtherism and that the U.S. government is directly responsible for the 9/11 attacks. Barden said he's disgusted the presidential nominee is taking advice from the conspiracy theorist, according to the Daily Beast. Bar…
Haworth Hosts Ghostly Evening For Living And Dead Haworth Hosts Ghostly Evening For Living And Dead
Haworth Hosts Ghostly Evening For Living And Dead HAWORTH, N.J. -- The Haworth Arts Committee will resurrect Ghost Stories at the Pond on Saturday, Oct. 29. The free event will feature "ghost stories, poems and music for zombies of all ages," organizers note. There will also be free cider, donuts and apples, and "glow sticks for the first 100 ghouls who show up in costume." The evening will run from 7-8 p.m. at the Haworth Pond. Bring your own chairs or blankets. The rain date is Sunday, Oct. 30. To keep up with Haworth Arts Committee events, follow the group on Facebook.
Saddle River Lions Honor Allendale Student Club For Service Projects Saddle River Lions Honor Allendale Student Club For Service Projects
Saddle River Lions Honor Allendale Student Club For Service Projects SADDLE RIVER, N.J. --  The Leo Club at Northern Highlands Regional High School is a winner of Lions International "Award of Excellence."  It was presented at the most recent Northern Highlands Board of Education meeting and is the highest honor in its category bestowed by the international service organization.   The award is not given lightly. "During the Lions' year 2014-15, only 66 Awards of Excellence were given worldwide. Of these, only 18 were awarded in the United States, with only one given in New Jersey," said David Verducci, chairman of the Lions' Leo Committe…
Meet People Of Ridgewood's Past On Evening Cemetery Tour Meet People Of Ridgewood's Past On Evening Cemetery Tour
Meet People Of Ridgewood's Past On Evening Cemetery Tour RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Come enjoy a lantern-lit walk through Valleau Cemetery with town historian Joe Suplicki on Friday, Oct. 28 -- "where 19th- and 20th-century soldiers and civilians come to life and tell their tales," organizers note."Back at the museum, the party continues with music, Halloween stories, and cider and donuts from Demarest Farms." The walk is best suited for families with kids from 7-13, and all kids must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should also bring a flashlight. With reservations, the cost is $10 per adult, $5 per child or $20 per family…
Queenie Is Hi Tor Pet of the Week Queenie Is Hi Tor Pet of the Week
Queenie Is Hi Tor Pet of the Week POMONA, N.Y. -- Queenie is a 4-year-old female domestic shorthair cat who came into care of the Hi Tor Animal Care Center, Rockland County's animal shelter, after her owner died. "Queenie is a small and sweet cat," the shelter notes. "She's very chatty and loves to play," but "it takes her a little time to warm up to people." The shelter also adds that she does well with other cats, and she'd probably be best with kids 10 and up. "This sweet girl will be at the shelter for two years next month, so we hope that she will not make that anniversary and find…
HRHCare Foundation Raises $250,000 At Cornucopia Benefit In Chappaqua HRHCare Foundation Raises $250,000 At Cornucopia Benefit In Chappaqua
Hrhcare Foundation Raises $250,000 At Cornucopia Benefit In Chappaqua CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- HRHCare Community Health hosted its 12th Annual Cornucopia Benefit on Saturday, Oct. 15, and the event raised nearly $250,000 for its foundation, to help New Yorkers access heath care. The farm-to-table restaurant Crabtree's Kittle House, in Chappaqua, hosted the benefit. "We are thrilled with the success of the 12th Annual Cornucopia," said Anne Kauffman Nolon, president and CEO of HRHCare. "The funds we raised will bring much needed primary and preventive health care to the underserved populations in our communities and make sure that everyone has acce…
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