the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, heads up, Ridgewood residents! With the Thanksgiving holiday fast approaching, it’s time to mark your calendars for changes to municipal services, including special adjustments to parking and waste collection schedules.
The Village of Ridgewood is preparing for the holiday, and these key changes will affect your plans for the long weekend.
Important Closures and Schedule Changes
Please take note of the following municipal closings for the Thanksgiving holiday:
| Facility/Service | Thursday, Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving) | Friday, Nov. 28 |
| Village Hall | CLOSED | CLOSED |
| Garbage Collection | NO PICKUP | Regular Schedule Resumes |
| Recycling Pickup | NO PICKUP | Regular Schedule Resumes |
| Recycling Center | CLOSED | OPEN (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) |
Remember to plan accordingly for the disruption in trash and recycling services on Thanksgiving Day.
Parking Relief! Overnight Rules Suspended
Traveling or hosting guests this holiday? Good news! The Village is suspending overnight parking rules for the entire Thanksgiving weekend.
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Suspension Period: Wednesday, November 26 through Sunday, November 30.
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Action Needed: Residents do not need to call Dispatch for overnight parking during this time.
Enjoy the extra convenience when hosting friends and family who may be staying over for the holiday!
The Thanksgiving Buzz: Travel, Tradition & Turkey
While you enjoy the local conveniences, millions of Americans are preparing for a massive holiday celebration.
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Massive Travel: Nearly 82 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday, with about 73 million hitting the road by car.
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The Meal: Approximately 94% of Americans plan to celebrate, with 87% serving turkey alongside classic sides like stuffing and mashed potatoes.
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Great Value: The average cost of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for 10 is down again this year, costing roughly $55.18 (about $5.50 per person).
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TV Tradition: Millions will be tuning in to the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade starting at 8:30 AM ET on NBC.
Have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving holiday!
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