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Pitch Perfect’s Anna Kendrick to Appear at Bookends in Ridgewood Today at 6pm

Pitch Perfect's Anna Kendrick to Appear at Bookends in Ridgewood

November 14,2016

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood Nj, Bookends will host a Meet/Greet /PHOTO  for Anna Kendrick Monday, November 14th at 6:00pm ,Star of Pitch Perfect , Books pre-signed “Scrappy Little Nobody” .

Anna Kendrick (born August 9, 1985 )is an American actress and singer. She began her career as a child actor in theater productions. Her first prominent role was in the 1998 Broadway musical High Society, which earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. She made her film debut in the musical comedy Camp (2003).

Kendrick rose to prominence for her supporting role in The Twilight Saga (2008–12), the film franchise based on Stephenie Meyer’s book series. She received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her performance in Up in the Air (2009).

Kendrick has also featured in the comedy-drama 50/50 (2011), the crime-drama End of Watch (2012), the musical-fantasy Into the Woods (2014), and the adult comedy Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016). She achieved further fame for playing the protagonist in the 2012 musical comedy Pitch Perfect and the 2015 sequel, Pitch Perfect 2.

Appearing authors will only autograph books purchased at Bookends and must have valid Bookends Receipt.

Availability & pricing for all autographed books subject to change.
First In Line Certificate use is the the discretion of Bookends. Blackout dates may apply.
Bookends cannot guarantee that the books that are Autographed will always be First Printings.
Autographed books purchased at Bookends are non-returnable.

While we try to ensure that all customers coming to Bookends’ signings will meet authors and get their books signed, we cannot guarantee that all attendees will meet the author or that all books will be signed.  We cannot control inclement weather, author travel schedules or authors who leave prematurely.

Bookends, 211 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ   07450   201-445-0726

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Legion Riders Rescue Bruce

Dan Barkalow with Bruce

Freehold American Legion – Monmouth Post 54 with Dan Barkalow.

Yesterday at 4:27pm ·

What started out as a story of interest posted to our American Legion Facebook page has devolved into a nauseating political altercation full of vitriol and insults, none of which are from our members. If we are to survive as a nation both sides have to stop the hate. Both the incoming and outgoing presidents have asked for unity, we should listen.

There are men and women serving in the military who are now deployed far from their home. They are putting their lives at risk, they have left their families and the people they love to defend this nation.

Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

-Legion Riders Rescue Bruce-

Yesterday members of Post 54 Legion Riders, Dan Barkalow (pictured) and Bob Grigs with their friend Ryan Bailey represented Post 54 at the Veteran’s Day ceremony conducted at the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Holmdel. At the conclusion of the ceremony they decided to take advantage of the beautiful day by taking a ride to Manasquan before returning to Freehold.

On the way home, taking the back roads to Freehold, lead rider, Dan, noticed a broken down bike on the side of Allaire Road, near Allaire State Park. The Legion Riders pulled over to assist their fellow motorcyclist, who just happened to be Freehold native Bruce Springsteen.

Unable to get his bike started, Bruce called for help, hopped on the back of Ryan’s bike and they drove to Mulligans in Farmingdale. One beer later his ride arrived.

Dan stated that Bruce was a very down to earth regular guy who fit right in with his fellow, not so famous, Freehold boys. Bruce did take their names and telephone numbers, so maybe they’ll be riding together some day!

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NJ TRANSIT ELECTRONIC TICKETING SETS NEW SALES RECORDS

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MyTix sales soar past one million tickets and passes for October

November 14,2016

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, “The ease and convenience of purchasing tickets and passes right from a smartphone continues to become more popular with our customers each month, making NJ TRANSIT a national leader in this new technology” said Executive Director Steven H. Santoro.  “As we reach these milestones, we continue to look for new ways to add additional functionality to the MyTix program and lead from the front on this digital platform.” NJ TRANSIT’s customers are downloading their way to electronic ticketing in record setting numbers.  During the month of October, the digital system known as MyTix shattered its record for most tickets and passes sold in one month, and in doing so, crossed the one million mark for the first time.  In addition, November 1st set a single day sales record.

During the month of October 2016, more than one million tickets and passes were purchased through the MyTix feature, surpassing the previous monthly record of more than 990-thousand set in August 2016.  As a comparison, January 2016 saw monthly sales of 690-thousand tickets and passes.  Year to date MyTix sales have grown 46 percent.

On November 1, 2016, MyTix set a single day sales record with more than 71-thousand tickets and passes sold, breaking the previous single day record of more than 65-thousand set on August 1, 2016.

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Sen. Cory Booker: ‘God bless’ the Trump protesters

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Cory Booker in Ridgewood NJ photo by Boyd Loving
By JACQUELINE KLIMAS (@JACQKLIMAS) • 11/13/16 2:11 PM

Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., praised protesters speaking out against President-elect Trump across the nation, but urged them to not turn to the hateful speech that was a big part of the campaign.

“When you have a president that in his campaign, who ran saying things that aren’t just contrary to fact but literally threatening to use presidential power in a way that would erode the rights and privileges and equality of large sectors of Americans, then God bless the protesters,” Booker said Sunday on “Meet the Press.”

But he cautioned protesters not to “become the very thing that they’re protesting against.”

“We need to raise our voices, but we do not need to indulge in hate,” he said.

https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/sen.-cory-booker-god-bless-the-trump-protesters/article/2607277

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From Times Publisher Arthur O. Sulzberger Jr. and Executive Editor Dean Baquet

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Subject: From Times Publisher Arthur O. Sulzberger Jr. and Executive Editor Dean Baquet

A note to subscribers about this week’s presidential election.View in browser
To our readers,

When the biggest political story of the year reached a dramatic and unexpected climax late Tuesday night, our newsroom turned on a dime and did what it has done for nearly two years — cover the 2016 election with agility and creativity.

After such an erratic and unpredictable election there are inevitable questions: Did Donald Trump’s sheer unconventionality lead us and other news outlets to underestimate his support among American voters? What forces and strains in America drove this divisive election and outcome? Most important, how will a president who remains a largely enigmatic figure actually govern when he takes office?

As we reflect on this week’s momentous result, and the months of reporting and polling that preceded it, we aim to rededicate ourselves to the fundamental mission of Times journalism. That is to report America and the world honestly, without fear or favor, striving always to understand and reflect all political perspectives and life experiences in the stories that we bring to you. It is also to hold power to account, impartially and unflinchingly. We believe we reported on both candidates fairly during the presidential campaign. You can rely on The New York Times to bring the same fairness, the same level of scrutiny, the same independence to our coverage of the new president and his team.

We cannot deliver the independent, original journalism for which we are known without the loyalty of our subscribers. We want to take this opportunity, on behalf of all Times journalists, to thank you for that loyalty.

Sincerely,

Arthur O. Sulzberger Jr.
Publisher

Dean Baquet
Executive Editor

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Kellyanne Conway tells The Post she feels ‘blessed’ over White House gig

GOP strategist Kellyanne Conway

By Dana Schuster

November 13, 2016 | 6:06am | Updated

On Tuesday, a presidential glass ceiling was broken — when Kellyanne Conway earned the distinction of being the first woman in history to run a winning campaign for the White House.

“It feels good,” Conway, Donald Trump’s campaign manager, told The Post. “I’m not a big gender-identity person, and I wasn’t hired for my gender, but it’s . . . a pretty cool thing to say to my three daughters and my son. Many women work really hard and never get their shot. I feel blessed to have gotten my shot.”

And this is just the beginning.

She announced on Thursday that she was joining the Trump administration after a tweet from journalist Gabriel Sherman suggested she was reluctant to do so because she didn’t want to give up her lucrative polling business.

https://nypost.com/2016/11/13/kellyanne-conway-tells-the-post-she-feels-blessed-over-white-house-gig/

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Valley Hospital Medicare Open Enrollment Event Advisory

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November 13,2016

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Paramus NJ,The Valley Hospital/Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care will present a Medicare Open Enrollment event that’s open to the public on Wednesday, November 16, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Dorothy B. Kraft Building on 15 Essex Road in Paramus, New Jersey. A state-trained and certified State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Medicare Counselor from the Bergen County Division of Senior Services in Hackensack will be available to assist with Medicare Open Enrollment and answer questions related to Medicare, including the following: Medicare changes for 2017, differences between Medicare and HMO Medicare Advantage plans; 2017 prescription plans; benefits to choosing a Medicare plan versus a HMO Medicare Advantage plan; differences between Part A, B, C Medicare; out-of-pocket expenses; social security; and pharmaceutical assistance.

Those interested in attending should RSVP to Gail Johnson, Patient Financial Advocate at The Valley Hospital, at 201-634-5644 or [email protected]

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Ridgewood Emergency Services conducting annual fund drive

Ridgewood Emergency Services

November 13,2016

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, The annual Ridgewood Emergency Services fund driver letter has been mailed to all residents and business in the village and is seeking the community’s financial support to ensure it is able to provide emergency assistance to the village 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the year.

The volunteers willingly respond to all types of critical situations the village faces, including snowstorms, hurricanes, floods, power outages and medical emergencies. The squad also stands by at village events including street fairs, the car show, Memorial Day and July 4 th festivities, high school football games and more.

With your financial support, this past year brought a lot of advances in RES patient care. RES was able to purchase CPAP devices (advanced continuous positive airway pressure devices, which can help patients with breathing problems), LUCAS automatic chest compression devices (for more effective CPR), and power lift stretchers (to reduce the occurrences of backinjuries) are equipment that your donations purchased.

RES also maintains 25 public access defibrillators in the Village. The department has responded to over 1704 requests thus far in 2016, which equates to over 15,804 cumulative volunteer hours.

“Please consider supporting our organization with a financial contribution so that the community can continue to count on the volunteers to respond to all of its needs,” said Director and Chief Tony Lillo.

Please make checks payable to F.O.R.E.S.T. (Friends of Ridgewood Emergency Services Teams), 131 North Maple Ave Ridgewood NJ 07450. Online at www.ridgewood911.org. F.O.R.E.S.T. is a charitable organization under IRS section 501(c) (3) so all contributions are tax deductible.

Should you be interested in exploring the idea of becoming a member, please call us at (201) 670-5570. The comprehensive training you’ll receive is free, and while rigorous, it is personally rewarding.

Please visit our web page www.ridgewood911.org and like us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/Ridgewood-Emergency- Services-209968945684817/

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Rear end collision at the intersection of North Maple Avenue and Franklin Avenue in Ridgewood No Serious Injury

Rear end collision

photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page

November 13th 2016

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, A two (2) vehicle rear end collision at the intersection of North Maple Avenue and Franklin Avenue in Ridgewood caused heavy damage to both vehicles involved, but their respective occupants escaped without serious injury. Separate flatbed tow trucks were called to remove the wrecked sedans. Ridgewood PD, FD, and EMS responded. Ridgewood FD personnel contained a minor crash related fluid spill.

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ARE YOU SUFFERING FROM TRUMP ACCEPTANCE RESISTANCE DISORDER (TARD)?

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Trump Acceptance Resistance Disorder is a pattern of pathologically dissociative and psychotic behavior, first observed in the late hours of November 8th 2016, and increasing in severity with passing time. Sufferers of Trump Acceptance Resistance Disorder often exhibit pronounced cognitive dissonance, sudden bouts of rage, uncontrollable crying, suicidal ideation, and extreme sadness.

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Ridgewood Community Pasta Dinner at Emmanuel Baptist Church

Emmanuel Baptist Church
Tue, November 15, 2016
Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 14 Hope Street, Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Event Description

Community Pasta Dinner
Tuesday, November 15th at 6:00pm
Emmanuel Baptist Church
14 Hope Street
Ridgewood, NJ 07450

Ridgewood NJ, Emmanuel Baptist Church is offering a non fundraising Community Pasta Dinner on Tuesday, November 15th, at 6 p.m. as part of their outreach program. Dinners are offered the third Tuesday of each month. Dinner of pasta, meatballs, sausage, salad, dessert and coffee will be served at 6 p.m. in Heritage Hall, which is on the Lower Level at Emmanuel. The suggested donation is $4 per adult and $2 per child. Since there is limited space, it is suggested that you reserve your seat by calling the church office at 201-444-7300, by November 10th.

Event Links:
https://www.facebook.com/events/161210987673092/

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Ridgewood Open Houses for November 13,2016

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1644654.1 MLS # 1644654
140 Bellair Rd, Unit N, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
2 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath,
1 Half Bath, Condo
Donna Dever, Sales Associate
Coldwell Banker, Wyckoff/Franklin Lakes

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1635658.1 MLS # 1635658
30 Maltbie Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
3 Bedroom, 1 Full Bath, Col
Ghada Abbasi, Sales Associate
Coldwell Banker, Ridgewood

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1634331.1 MLS # 1634331
640 Linwood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath,
1 Half Bath, Col
Theresa Jung, Sales Associate
Realty 7, LLC

  • Open House: 2:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1639914.1 MLS # 1639914
165 Kemah Rd, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath, Col
Nicholas R. Alutin, Sales Associate
Keller Williams Village Square Realty

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1623138.1 MLS # 1623138
182 Mountain Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath,
2 Half Bath, Col
Frances Blakely, Sales Associate
RE/MAX Hometowne Realty

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1641375.1 MLS # 1641375
327 Spring Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
6 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath,
1 Half Bath, Col
Ghada Abbasi, Sales Associate
Coldwell Banker, Ridgewood

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1636404.1 MLS # 1636404
344 Grandview Cir, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
4 Bedroom, 4 Full Bath,
1 Half Bath, Col
Megan Zangrilli, Sales Associate
Keller Williams Village Square Realty

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1644183.1 MLS # 1644183
650 Wall St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
5 Bedroom, 4 Full Bath, Col
Anne C. Ryoo, Sales Associate
Tarvin Realtors

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1630026.1 MLS # 1630026
279 West End Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
5 Bedroom, 3 Full Bath,
2 Half Bath, Col
Frances Ekblom, Sales Associate
Tarvin Realtors

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:30 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1639675.1 MLS # 1639675
668 Wall St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
6 Bedroom, 6 Full Bath, Col
Antoinette Gangi, Sales Associate
Rita Nulman, Sales Associate
Keller Williams Valley Realty

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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1637243.1 MLS # 1637243
286 Highland Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
6 Bedroom, 4 Full Bath,
3 Half Bath, Col
Jennifer M. Parsekian, Broker
Keller Williams Village Square Realty

  • Open House: 1:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Sun. 11/13
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Paramedic team from The Valley Hospital Assists in Moving Van Accident in Ridgewood

Moving Van Accident in Ridgewood

Photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook

November 13,2016

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, The driver of a small moving van lost control of his vehicle, left the roadway and subsequently knocked over a street sign before crashing into a tree at the intersection of North Monroe Street and Farview Street, Ridgewood late Saturday night, 11/12. Ridgewood PD, FD, and EMS personnel responded to aid the victim, who was transported by ambulance to The Valley Hospital. A paramedic team from The Valley Hospital assisted with patient care. The crumpled vehicle was removed from the scene by a hydraulic lift tow truck. The contents of the moving van at the time of impact included a piano.

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Reader says Pedestrians Cut your risk factor by wearing bright colored clothing

Pedestrian Struck On Goffle Road in Ridgewood

file photo by Boyd Loving

Cut your risk factor by wearing bright colored clothing. “New York Black” may make you look slimmer, but walking or jogging in anything other than bright sunlight while wearing black astronomically increases your risk of getting whacked by a vehicle. If insist on wearing all black, for whatever asinine reason that might be, carry a high visibility safety vest in your briefcase/purse and put it on just before you get off the bus/train and start the walk home. Also a good thing to carry to a shopping center parking lot. In Europe, it’s common to see pedestrians wearing high visibility clothing. What’s wrong with us in this country that black is the only color some people will wear outside?

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Reader says it’s the economy, stupid. It is not safe spaces, no gender neutral bathrooms and not climate change

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What you and most other Dem supporters always fail to grasp is that you can’t have any of that nice other stuff without a solid pro-business climate. You need that engine room to generate tax revenue and jobs. yes, some people get very rich, but these are the people that are the innovators and risk-takers that make life so comfortable for the rest of us.The Democrat Party has been hijacked these past few years by this leftist movement with all their political correctness, hatred of wealth and success, and this belief that you can somehow take from those who work hard and give it to those who do not. If the Democrats have any chance of survival, it needs to be a move back towards the center along the lines of Bill Clinton. The Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders brand is the reason why Democrats lost against a easily beatable Trump and also why they lost both House of Congress.

As Bill said, it’s the economy, stupid. It is not safe spaces, no gender neutral bathrooms and not climate change.