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Cindy Capitani

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Events

Rutherford Library Has New Events Lined Up FEBRUARY, N.J. — Events for adults and children are planned through March at the Rutherford Public Library. Free movie on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m. The Friends of the Library of Rutherford will present a free screening of “Leap Year.” The film stars Amy Adams and Adam Scott follows Anna, who trails her boyfriend Jeremy to Dublin to propose to him. The movie will be shown in the Library Auditorium. Children's Music with Miss Fran takes place on Friday, Feb. 26 from 11:15–11:45 a.m. Miss Fran will bring her guitar and play favorite familiar children’s songs for dancing and fun. No regis…

by Cindy Capitani

02/13/2016

Sports

Hawthorne Senior Honored By NJ Athletic Association HAWTHORNE, N.J. — A top athlete from Hawthorne High School was recognized by the State of New Jersey at a luncheon on Sunday, Feb. 7 Senior Cielle Tousignant was acknowledged by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association as the school’s 29th recipient of the National Girls and Women in Sports Award at a statewide luncheon at Seton Hall University. She was recognized for her performance in both volleyball and softball. The NJSIAA is an association of 433 accredited public, private and non-public high schools in the state that regulates athletics and holds tournaments and cr…

by Cindy Capitani

02/13/2016

Events

Englewood Multi-Chamber Networking Event Includes Wine, Appetizers ENGLEWOOD, N.J. — A multi-chamber of commerce networking event with community business owners takes place Thursday, March 10 in Englewood. Le Gourmet Factory Cooking School will host the event, which takes place from 6-8 p.m. Cost is $30 per person and includes hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer. Click here to reserve a ticket. Le Gourmet Factory Cooking School is located at 176 S Van Brunt St.

by Cindy Capitani

02/13/2016

Schools

Elmwood Park Schools Plan Parcc Presentation Night ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. — A presentation will be held at Elmwood Park High School Tuesday, Feb. 16 to help parents better understand PARCC scores. The Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers is the current state testing for students. Individual score reports from the test were previously sent home for parents and the Board of Education held a presentation on PARCC in January. The presentation will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium Click here for more information. The high school is located at 375 River Dr.

by Cindy Capitani

02/13/2016

News

NY Motorists Who Drive With Snow On Car May Soon Face Fines Lawmakers in New York are once again trying to push through legislation making it illegal to drive a snow-covered car on the road, according to multiple reports. Four bills lingering in the Senate and Assembly are now scheduled for vote, reports syracuse.com. If passed, drivers could be ticketed $150 for having 3 inches of snow or ice on their cars and $1,200 if a weather-covered car is involved in an accident, according to syracuse.com. Similar laws are on the books in neighboring New Jersey and Connecticut. Click here for the story on syacuse.com.

by Cindy Capitani

02/12/2016

Schools

Yearbook Booster Ads Available At St. Leo's In Elmwood Park ELMWOOD PARK, N.J. — Yearbook sales and booster ads are now available at St. Leo’s School in Elmwood Park. Boosters are a way to a send congratulatory message to a child for all their hard work at St. Leo’s School and wish them success as they move on to the next adventure. This year, people have the option to create their own booster online and order a yearbook on the same site. Click here for more information. The school ID is 21130. Students in the 8th grade get a free yearbook but booster ads are not included. The booster ads are necessary to make the yearbook bigger and better.

by Cindy Capitani

02/12/2016

Schools

Paulina Urban Named Wallington B.E.S.T. Educator Of The Month WALLINGTON, N.J. — An ESL teacher from Wallington was nominated as the district’s B.E.S.T. Educator of the Month. Paulina Urban was nominated by teacher Bonnie Luberto. Urban is an ESL teacher who travels between the high school and Gavlak School. Her students range from kindergarten to seniors. Planning and preparation span a wide range of academic and developmental needs. She is a co‐organizer of the ESL Holiday Brunch, and this year facilitated the publishing of the ELL Holiday Cookbook (hard copy available upon request through the ESL Department). She is also active as the 7th grade a…

by Cindy Capitani

02/12/2016

Schools

Animal Shelter Donations Being Collected At Bloomingdale Schools BLOOMINGDALE, N.J. — Animal shelter donations are needed for a drive being held by Bloomingdale schools through Wednesday. Students and staff from Bloomingdale schools will collect donations for North Jersey Community Animal Shelter leading up to the 100th day of school, Feb. 17. Some donation needs include: Canned and dry dog and cat food Bleach Laundry detergent Paper towels Disinfecting wipes Antibacterial hand and dish soap Old towels Old blankets Old pillow cases Leashes Donations can be dropped off at the schools. Click here for more information.

by Cindy Capitani

02/12/2016

Business

Shop Ridgewood For Valentine's Day And 'Enter to Win' RIDGEWOOD, N.J. — Shop in Ridgewood on Saturday, Feb. 13 and enter for a chance to win one of 23 prizes as part of The Ridgewood Guild’s “Cupid’s Arrow” event. Local merchants will be holding an “Enter to Win” drawing in celebration of Valentine’s Day. Make a purchase at any of the participating businesses and your name will be entered to win a prize. Visit as many businesses as you like. Each time you make a purchase, your name will be entered to win. Participating businesses are: Araya Rebirth Backyard Living Bagari Cleaners Bazaar Star Beadery Beers Flowers Best of Everything Chest…

by Cindy Capitani

02/11/2016

Events

Free Classical Music Concert At FDU Teaneck TEANECK, N.J. -- A night of chamber music takes place with "The Six" on Feb. 20 at the Giovotto Library Auditorium at Fairleigh Dickinson University Teaneck. Presented by the FDU Sands of Time, "The Six” is a traditional string quartet, with the addition of bass and piano. The group performs a variety of music ranging from Bach and Mozart to 20th century American folk, tango, and romantic opera. The show starts at 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:15. Call 201-692-2479 to reserve a free ticket. Click here for more information about Sands of Time and The Six. The Giovotto Library Au…

by Cindy Capitani

02/11/2016

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