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Cindy Capitani

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Events

Englewood Library Book Sale Featuring 8,000 From Longtime Collector ENGLEWOOD, N.J. -- A book sale is being held April 29-May1 at the Englewood Library.The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Englewood Library. One of the largest, most comprehensive book sales in northern New Jersey, the Englewood Library Book Sale is also known for its well organized shelves, friendly staff, and over 50,000 books sorted into categories. There also will be CDs, DVDs, signed books and collectibles. This year approximately 8,000 books will be showcased from a longtime book collector and dealer, which include a large selection of "books about books." On Friday …

by Cindy Capitani

04/29/2016

News

Ringwood Borough Hall Undergoes Facelift RINGWOOD, N.J. -- Borough Hall in Ringwood is undergoing necessary repairs and renovations, reports northjersey.com. Over 100 years old, the Victorian building was listed on the State Historic Preservation Office register in1978, reports northjersey.com. A $316,000 contract was awarded to lowest bidder, Pal-Pro Builders of Elmwood Park, who will install new first floor windows, cedar shake siding, trim boards and more, reports northjersey.com. Other projects planned include lead paint removal, replacing desks and installing new parking lot lights, reports northjersey.com. Click here to re…

by Cindy Capitani

04/28/2016

Neighbors

Jewish Historical Society Honoring Paterson Native At Wyckoff Gala WYCKOFF, N.J. -- Joy Kurland will be honored by the Jewish Historical Society of North Jersey at their annual gala on May 17 at Temple Beth Rishon in Wyckoff. Kurland retired as Director of the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey (1990-2015), only to be recruited back into community service in March. The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Temple Beth Rishon. Tickets are $60 per person. Kurland was a board member of the JHSNJ when she was approached to be the Executive Director of the organization, which recently expanded from its long-time h…

by Cindy Capitani

04/28/2016

Neighbors

Passaic County Sheriff Named 'Man Of Year' By PBA PATERSON, N.J. -- Passaic County Sheriff Richard H. Berdnik was honored as Man of the Year by Passaic County PBA Local 14. During five years so far in office, Berdnik has focused on quality-of-life initiatives such as narcotics enforcement, prostitution raids and increasing video cameras to reduce crime and catch criminals, the local noted. He has developed children programs -- among them, the Junior Sheriff’s Academy -- increased gang awareness and boosted an Internet Crime Unit to keep children safe from online predators. Berdnik spent 28 years with the Clifton Police Department, and is …

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04/28/2016

Events

Lyndhurst Library Adds Online Continuing Education Courses LYNDHURST, N.J. -- Over 500 online continuing education courses are now available at the Lyndhurst Library. The Lyndhurst Library announces the introduction of Universal Class Library Edition, a powerful new education service designed specifically for use by the patrons of public libraries. All of the courses are free to patrons with a valid Lyndhurst Library card. Universal Class offers courses in Exercise and Fitness, Entrepreneurship, Arts and Music, Home and Garden Care, Cooking, Computers and Technology, Health and Medicine, Homeschooling, Job Assistance, Law and Legal, Parenting and Fam…

by Cindy Capitani

04/28/2016

Lifestyle

Fort Lee Chamber Aids Rochelle Park's Center For Hope And Safety FORT LEE, N.J. -- Join The Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce on Monday, May 2 for a networking event to benefit the Center for Hope & Safety.The fundraiser is sponsored by Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine in Edgewater. Guest speaker is Jean Kirch, Director of Development for the Center for Hope and Safety. She will talk about the many ways the center helps residents of Bergen County. Cost is $20 per person and includes complimentary hors d'oeuvres. Beer is available for $3; wine, $5. The event runs 6-8 p.m. Participants can help by bringing an item to donate to Hope & Sa…

by Cindy Capitani

04/28/2016

Lifestyle

Cresskill Yoga Studio Has 'Doga' CRESSKILL, N.J. -- Doga is returning to CoolHotYoga in Cresskill on Sunday, May 15.Well-socialized dogs can take a yoga class with their owners. Promoted as a way for people to bond with their pets, doga is a team activity. In a typical doga class, owners perform poses while guiding their dogs into basic positions. In some cases, pooches can be used as props. A small dog can be balanced on the thigh in Warrior pose for example. There may be drool, fur and noise, but doga enthusiasts have touted the practice as a way to relax and spend more time with their pets. Cost is $25 per couple and…

by Cindy Capitani

04/28/2016

Events

Waldwick Realtors Hold Beefsteak Fiesta In Fair Lawn WALDWICK, N.J. -- A beefsteak tricky tray fundraiser is planned Thursday, May 5 sponsored by the RealSource Association of Realtors in Waldwick. RealSource Beefsteak Fiesta and Tricky Tray takes place at St. Leon’s in Fair Lawn. Cost is $55 per person and includes appetizer, salad, beefsteak/filet mignon by Nightingale’s Catering (vegetarian and chicken dinners available), dessert, beer, wine, and soda. There will also be a DJ, dancing, and prize baskets. Presale tickets for the prizes are also available. The event runs 7-11 p.m. The RealSource Community Service Committee is a not-for-profit…

by Cindy Capitani

04/28/2016

Lifestyle

Hillsdale Yoga Class Aids Westwood Rescue HILLSDALE, N.J. -- A yoga benefit for Peace4Paws takes place on Friday at Juluka Yoga Studio in Hillsdale.The fundraiser is organized by Girl Scout Troop 4727 and runs from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Suggested donation is $15. A meet and greet will follow the class. Guest instructor is Suzie Schlosser. RSVP to Mandy Grant, 201-638-6828. Peace4Paws based in Westwood is dedicated to supporting sanctuary and forever homes for the animals retired from work in research and related fields, as well as shelter dogs. It offers foster and adoption programs and fundraising events involving music, yoga, animal fr…

by Cindy Capitani

04/28/2016

Lifestyle

Happy Birthday To New Rochelle's Jay Leno NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Happy Birthday to New Rochelle's Jay Leno Leno turns 66 on Thursday. He was born James Douglas Muir Leno on April 28, 1950. He is an actor, writer, producer, voice actor, and television host. He was the host of NBC's "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" from 1992 to 2009. Leno made his first appearance on The Tonight Show on March 2, 1977, performing a comedy routine. Starting in 1987, he was a regular substitute host for Johnny Carson on The Tonight Show. He has been married to Mavis Leno since 1980; they have no children. His parents died, as did his only bro…

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04/28/2016

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