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“I was deeply disturbed to learn when the pandemic struck that this absurd plan was not instantly relegated to the dust heap. It was always poorly conceived and at this time with money needed for many other things now and in the future, some of which we can’t even know yet, it is a dreadful thing to borrow and spend millions for an entirely unnecessary re-do to stroke the egos of the library board and create contracts to sign. Bad form. In addition, other towns need the money far more.”
Amazon is an e-commerce giant online retailer, where you can buy all kinds of electronics, apparel, books, music and much more . One of my favorite advantages of shopping on Amazon is that Amazon offers fast reliable delivery . Once you set up an account the shopping experience is very simple especially for repeat orders . Of course there are the deals , and Amazon offers amazing Black Friday deals.
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Ridgewood NJ, Libraries would be able to dispose of outdated material without going out to bid under legislation sponsored by Senator Kip Bateman and advanced today by the Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.
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It is with the greatest regret we inform you that we were made aware on October 10, 2020 that Barnes & Noble had been the victim of a cybersecurity attack, which resulted in unauthorized and unlawful access to certain Barnes & Noble corporate systems.
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Ridgewood NJ, summer protests have left many parents and taxpayers stunned and concerned with what exactly is being taught in the Ridgewood public school system . The recent , “Ridgewood for Black Liberation” parades in the Village have left many in awe of the total ignorance of the protesters .
There is never any harm that can be done by expanding your vocabulary, and in fact, you can derive huge benefits from expanding your vocabulary. Expanding your vocabulary will allow you to communicate more effectively and express yourself in a way you may not have been able to before, as well as communicate with a class of people that you may not have ever had to or been able to communicate with before. Expanding your vocabulary also allows you to read books you may not ordinarily have picked up and learn more effectively without the need for a thesaurus and dictionary being next to you and having to reference them all of the time.
This page will tell you four little-known (or seldom used) methods of expanding your vocabulary and becoming brighter and more intelligent. Learning and mastering your native language (or a secondary language) is fantastic and should be something you are very proud of yourself for doing. Many people are content to simply know the basics – and that is the difference between an outgoing person and one who is afflicted with laziness. Trying to learn new words is admirable and should be something that should be encouraged.
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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Public Library (RPL)Pub Trivia: Scrubs (TV show), Monday, September 21, 7pm. Well, I know what you’ve been told. You gotta work to feed the soul. But you can’t do this all on your own…so we welcome you to join us virtually for our next pub trivia, Scrubs. Register at www.ridgewoodlibrary.org by clicking on ‘Event Schedule and Registration’ button. Zoom link will be sent closer to event. For ages 18+. Questions? Please email rplpubtrivia@gmail.com.
Parenting Program: Managing Middle-School Stress, Monday, September 21, 7-8:30pm. Dr. Kevin Giangrasso, clinical psychologist, discusses managing new school stress. Register at www.ridgewoodlibrary.org by clicking on ‘Event Schedule and Registration’ button. Zoom link will be sent morning of the event.
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Ridgewood NJ, Did you know we have outdoor seating to enjoy free WIFI and newspapers?
Visit our orange cabana during Library hours.
Please maintain social distancing guidelines while visiting.
Continue reading Ridgewood Public Library Outdoor Cabana Lounge
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Oakland NJ, why go to the beech when you can spend the day at NJMVC. We know the view of the dumpster is not as impressive as the view of the Atlantic ocean , but hey no sharks . So if you have to head up to Oakland MVC we suggest you bring a picnic basket and a good book .
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Public Library is open for walk in browsing making it a great time to get caught up with your reading . Lets face it ,the pandemic has limited our entertainment options yet reading is available, its cost effective, local and rewarding. For First Floor, Mezzanine and Reference level browsing, walk in for 30-minute visits on a first-come, first-served basis. Please wear mask and maintain 6-foot social distance while at Library. For Computer use: one 30-minute session daily per visitor. Up to 45 visitors may be inside the Library at any given time.
Continue reading Ridgewood Public Library Once Again Offers Walk In Browsing
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Ridgewood NJ, according to Tom Corley, an accountant and financial planner, who surveyed 233 wealthy individuals, mostly self-made millionaires, on their daily habits. He compared those answers to responses from 128 lower-earning individuals, or those with less than $35,000 in annual gross income.
Continue reading Lets Put Reading Back in the Forefront of Public Education
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Ridgewood NJ, The Dumbest Generation is a dire report on the intellectual life of young adults and a timely warning of its impact on American democracy and culture. While this came out in 2009 it could not be more current . The recent unrest continues to point to a failure of public education .
For decades, concern has been brewing about the dumbed-down popular culture available to young people and the impact it has on their futures. But at the dawn of the digital age, many thought they saw an answer: the internet, email, blogs, and interactive and hyper-realistic video games promised to yield a generation of sharper, more aware, and intellectually sophisticated children. The terms “information superhighway” and “knowledge economy” entered the lexicon, and we assumed that teens would use their knowledge and understanding of technology to set themselves apart as the vanguards of this new digital era.
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Ridgewood NJ, Governor Phil Murphy and Superintendent of the State Police Colonel Patrick Callahan today announced an Administrative Order which permits libraries to allow curbside pickup, beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, June 15. The order also clarifies rules affecting a number of different businesses.
