I’m handicapped (but not yet 80) but I have to totally agree with your statement. “I’m not parked, I’m just waiting for someone.” (Yeah, BUT you’re “waiting” in a handicapped spot making it inaccessible for use.) Funny, that young man (?) cut me off for the handicapped space and just ran up those steps. Gee, is his name really Gracie? That’s what is on the temporary placard. Handicapped spots are regularly abused…..
……Garage issue should be officially dead by now. There are many who have handicapped decals who shouldn’t have them, or have them because a family member is handicapped. Anyone who uses one of these who is less than 80 or is not clearly handicapped should be publicly beaten. I have approached more than one able-bodied handicap space user who was outraged that I questioned their sense of entitlement. they ruin it for all.
The Ridgewood “parking problem” is all about laziness, where people want to find a space on a Friday night or Saturday right in the prime area of the CBD. Heaven forbid that they have to walk two blocks, or even 10 minutes from their actual house.
No garage required. The town has a wonderful design. The original design trumps the shop keepers. That’s what makes Ridgewood what it is, a charming quaintish historical architecture downtown. Some business will make it, some won’t.
By the way, what no one says is that there are many times in any mall and I am talkin WestField, Fashion Center, Paramus Park, when it is difficult to find an up close parking spot near your favorite store, and sometimes any parking spot. No one says that. So why shouldn’t it be crowded in tiny Ridgewood downtown.
I mean, hey, you walk the WHOLE downtown and I’ll tell you folks, it doesn’t count as an exercise walk to prevent heart disease and cancer , the heart organization and cancer society says is necessary for good health. I mean it is that tiny. So what the f..k.
Take a walk those who want a parking garage. Meaning Go Away!
Upon further review, there is no parking problem in Ridgewood. While parking in town can be occasionally inconvenient, there has never been a need for the 5 story structure that nearly got built.
Ridgewood NJ, the Tobacco Shop of Ridgewood will host a San Cristobal Quintessence tasting event on December 7th 2016 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm for the cost of $20.
Celebrated cigar-maker Jose “Pepin” Garcia embraces his remarkable talents as a world-class blender with San Cristobal Quintessence. Drawn from a luscious Ecuador Habano wrapper and the finest, premium aged binder and filler tobaccos grown on the Garcia family estates, Quintessence is patiently rolled in Pepin’s immaculate factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, in four classic formats. Captivating notes of molasses, coffee and black pepper intrigue the palate with a placid sweetness. Hints of dried fruit, figs and sugarcane gather in wonderful proportion to culminating spices. Cool, civil aromas emanate throughout a medium to full-bodied finish. San Cristobal Quintessence exemplifies Pepin’s rise to prominence with tasteful indulgence.
We should be honest about what is driving this endless discussion.Note last massively expensive boondoggle on Hudson Street which took an unprecedented Referendum that our own Mayor and management was
Involved in those petitions and steering.
The taxpayers don’t want any garage on Hudson street..it will be a money crime and urban blight as any transit center garage becomes..look at any similar models.It will attract out of towners to flog our streets with transitional commuters not interested in most businesses outside of Coffee grab and go small shops near the train station.
ReLine and pave the existing surface lots at Hudson,Cottage place and the central district lots . Allocate some employee parking and incent those
Employers to enforce that accommodation .yes and everyone will have a walk a bit more that’s the Vallet services who wisk those visitors away
from ridgewood despite the dreams of the small shops to attract walking
Customers who might take a look or pick up a specialty item on the way to their cars parked on surface lots or God forbid at the train station on weekends that almost always have visitor and resident parking after six.
My priority is not to make the restaurants happy on my dime/taxes and fees in ridgewood drive the Boomers to cash out and leave.Lets get a grip on this endless parking discussion..no less the possible housing boondoggles that Englewood Morristown and other Towns have suffered
We don’t want to be a Transit Village,we want to be a smarter Ridgewood
Town leaders figure this out and out Taxpayer first( not restaurants for a change ) lets wish our new management Luck.Middle ground solutions needed..Uber logistics on short trips is taking over the world.
Mark Krulish , Staff Writer, @Mark_Krulish5:44 p.m. EST November 17, 2016
The Ridgewood Village Council last week defeated an ordinance that would have restored parking on one side of Pomander Walk during the day, but the need for a comprehensive solution to the parking problem in the area remains, according to village officials.
During discussion at the Nov. 9 council meeting, Deputy Mayor Michael Sedon said the council needed to conduct a study that would look at the broader picture in the area, rather than focusing on one or two streets, a sentiment echoed by Councilman Ramon Hache.
Ridgewood NJ, the Village Ridgewood Christmas Tree delivered yesterday around noon time .The tree came from a home on Oak Street in Ridgewood. An excellent job was done by Downes Tree Service with an assist from Chief Jacqueline Luthcke and the Ridgewood Police Department .
more pictures by Boyd Loving on the Ridgewood blog Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/theridgewoodblog/
Mark Krulish , Staff Writer, @Mark_Krulish12:02 a.m. EST November 16, 2016
The hearings for proposed housing developments in Ridgewood’s downtown have ground to a halt in the wake of a Superior Court judge’s ruling to issue a temporary stay while matters in a related lawsuit are resolved.
The Planning Board had been set to resume testimony Tuesday evening regarding The Dayton, a 93-unit luxury apartment complex with some affordable units mixed in, slated for the former Brogan Cadillac site on South Broad Street. However, that application has been continued to Dec. 20, Planning Board Attorney Christopher Martin said Tuesday.
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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Anthony Dominick Benedetto (born August 3, 1926), known professionally as Tony Bennett, is an American singer of traditional pop standards, big band, show tunes, and jazz. He is also a painter, having created works under the name Anthony Benedetto that are on permanent public display in several institutions. He is the founder of the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Astoria, Queens, New York.
Born and raised in Astoria to an Italian-American family, Bennett began singing at an early age. He fought in the final stages of World War II as a U.S. Army infantryman in the European Theater. Afterward, he developed his singing technique, signed with Columbia Records and had his first number-one popular song with “Because of You” in 1951. Several top hits such as “Rags to Riches” followed in the early 1950s. He then refined his approach to encompass jazz singing. He reached an artistic peak in the late 1950s with albums such as The Beat of My Heart and Basie Swings, Bennett Sings. In 1962, Bennett recorded his signature song, “I Left My Heart in San Francisco”. His career and his personal life experienced an extended downturn during the height of the rock music era.
Bennett staged a comeback in the late 1980s and 1990s, putting out gold record albums again and expanding his reach to the MTV Generation while keeping his musical style intact. He has won 19 Grammy Awards(including a Lifetime Achievement Award, presented in 2001) and two Emmy Awards, and was named an NEA Jazz Master and a Kennedy Center Honoree. He has sold over 50 million records worldwide.
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
Ridgewood NJ, according to the new smart phone website OMJ Ridgewood’s central business district (CBD) was ranked the number one best downtown in the entire state of New Jersey.
OMJ is a part of NJ Advance Media, the same company that brings you NJ.com, New Jersey’s most popular news-and-information site after the Ridgewood blog of course.OMJ is the first smartphone website devoted to celebrity, style and social media in New Jersey.
OMJ had no trouble parking , and called the CBD ,”walkable” and say,” everything you need in one small area.” . They go one to say ,” the post office, get a coffee, and grab lunch all while getting your car serviced. “They said the,” town is family friendly but also sophisticated and historic”.
Ridgewood NJ, there will be limited seating available for the Davidoff Yamasa Tasting at the Tobacco Shop of Ridgewood.The event is November 2nd in the Davidoff Lounge so call today to reserve your spot – $20.
The Tobacco Shop of Ridgewood was established in 1979 as a full line tobacco shop. They carry over 700 pipes, the finest cigars, and a wide selection of humidors and accessories.
The Tobacco Shop of Ridgewood is located on 10 Chestnut St ,Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450, phone number 201-447-2204 .|
The bike lane benefits few. There are a handful of hardy souls who bike to the train. No one is biking to town to shop or for dinner. When do you see kids bike into town? I doubt the bike path is for them and I would not want to see teens trying to navigate the mean streets of Ridgewood.
A bike lane through the town is a crazy pipe dream. If anything a bike lane should skirt the town not go through it.
Downtown Ridgewood is a dangerous place for pedestrians. Add in bike lanes and you have a recipe for disaster.
Sierra Furlado,Wed., October 26th @ 6:00pm You Tube Lifestyle Vlogger, Sierra Furlado,will sign her new book: Life Uploaded
Joel McHale Thurs., Oct 27th @ 7:00pm Comedian, Actor & Writer, Joel McHale, will be signing his book: Thanks for the Money
Elise Strachan Friday, October 28th @ 7:00pm You Tube Video Star Elise Strachan, will sign her new book: Sweet Celebrations
Joann Lublin Sunday, October 30th @ 2:00pm Pulitzer Prize Winner , Joann Lublin will sign her new book: Earning It
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
