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Glen Rock NJ, the independent bookstore movement has seen a resurgence in recent years, with small, community-focused shops thriving despite the dominance of online retail giants like Amazon. One such success story is Gingerbread, a used bookstore in Boonton, founded last year by former Glen Rock Library Director Brianne Colombo.
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Glen Rock NJ, calling all book lovers! The annual Glen Rock Children’s Book Festival is back, and it promises to be a fun-filled day for kids and families alike. Hosted by The Curious Reader and The Glen Rock Guild, this year’s festival takes place on Saturday, October 5th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1 Harding Plaza in Glen Rock.
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Weekends provide people with much-needed respite from modern life’s hectic pace, giving you time to rest, refresh, and rejuvenate. Homebodies may especially find solace in spending their weekend indoors enjoying various forms of entertainment without the hustle and bustle of going out. This blog post seeks to offer numerous ideas and activities to make a relaxing, yet enjoyable weekend spent indoors. Whether you’re looking to entertain yourself or spend quality time with loved ones, this guide has everything covered.
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Ridgewood NJ, Darius Drucker appeared on Memorial day at Bookends in Ridgewood promoting his new book “Life’s Too Short ”
Continue reading Darius Drucker lead singer of Hootie & the Blowfish appears on Memorial day at Bookends in Ridgewood
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Ridgewood NJ, in an age dominated by digital screens and virtual experiences, there’s a surprising resurgence happening in the heart of communities: the public library. While some may perceive libraries as relics of the past, Generation Z is spearheading a movement to rediscover these invaluable institutions, redefining their purpose in the modern world.
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Ridgewood NJ, today Stacy Davidowitz & RHS alumni Ali Stroker . The Tony Award Winner & NYT Best Selling Author duo will be appearing at Bookends in Ridgewood for a Meet/Greet/Photo-Op/Book Signing SUNDAY, JANUARY 21ST AT 3:00PM.
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Ridgewood NJ, a teacher effectiveness organization’s report on the nationwide implementation of best practices for teaching reading reveals that 19 states including New Jersey lack critical policies to promote literacy effectively.
Continue reading New Report: Here’s why 40% of fourth graders can’t read at a basic level
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Ridgewood NJ, according to Village Manager Keith Kazmark , the Ridgewood Public Library seeing even more amazing renovations! This time the circulation desk area on the lower level.
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Ridgewood NJ,the Heritage Foundation staff recommended 26 books to read in 2024 .Enjoy these 26 fascinating recommendations.
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Ridgewood NJ, community generosity for the Christmas season to help the less fortunate ,20 bags of toys, books, hats, mittens, scarves, jackets, beauty supplies and more were delivered to the Center for Hope and Safety. Food donations were donated to Social Services of Ridgewood and Vicinity.
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Paramus NJ, Paramus Mayor Chris DiPiazza welcomed back Barnes & Noble on “Black Friday” .
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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Public Library celebrates 100 years, join Local History Librarian Sarah Kiefer and Village Historian Peggy Norris, as they take a look back at the Ridgewood Library’s history. Learn all about the group of volunteers who started the lending library, which led to the establishment of the George L. Pease Memorial Library in 1923. Light refreshments will be served at the lecture. No registration required. Any questions contact Sarah Kiefer at 201-670-5600 x2135 or skiefer@ridgewoodlibrary.org
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It can be difficult to feel close and intimate with our partners or friends due to the physical distance that often separates us. To bridge this gap, we might turn to online entertainment to share an experience virtually. Unfortunately, these activities can sometimes come up short when it comes to bringing two people closer together. However, there are several steps you can take to ensure that your online entertainment experiences foster meaningful connections with those you care about.
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Birthdays are the perfect time to celebrate, and often people go all out in spoiling themselves or those special to them. It can be easy to spend a lot of money trying to make it extra memorable, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Even on your birthday, there are plenty of ways to have a great time without spending a fortune. All it takes is a little creativity! This post will give you 6 unique ideas for making your upcoming birthday even more enjoyable without spending a dime. Continue reading 6 Creative Ways to Enjoy Free Things for Your Birthday
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Mahwah NJ, Harper Lee, Mark Twain, Ernest Hemingway… These iconic names are among the luminaries hailing from the United States. However, more locally, each state has produced their own homegrown authors who have left an indelible mark on literature with their diverse and significant contributions. A survey* of 3,000 respondents by StoicQuotes.com shed light on each state’s most cherished authors, revealing some intriguing outcomes.