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No injuries were reported following the Thursday morning, crash into a Speedway Gas, on Goffle Road, in Ridgewood

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photos a courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook page

June 28,2018

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Ridgewood NJ, No injuries were reported following the Thursday morning, 06/28, crash of a Jeep Renegade into a convenience store located at Speedway Gas, 465 Goffle Road, Ridgewood. Ridgewood Police  and Ridgewood Fire Department responded to the incident. Damage to the structure itself was limited to glass breakage only. Fire Department personnel requested that Ridgewood Health Department officials respond to determine if any food products for sale were contaminated by broken class. The Jeep appeared to have sustained very minimal damage and was likely to be driven from the scene.

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Councilmen Voigt Ducks Out Early on Ridgewood Water Testimony

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June 28,2018

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Councilmen Jeffrey Voigt up and left the June 25, 2018 Village Council meeting about five hours and 43 minutes after it began. He gathered up his jacket and departed the dais in the middle of testimony from one of the Ridgewood Water Company constituents. He said nothing to any of his Council colleagues, and offered no explanation for his unceremonious departure in the midst of this very important meeting. The person who was providing testimony at the time seemed befuddled, as this departure occurred when he was mid-sentence, and asked whether Mr. Voigt would be returning. Well, the meeting continued for two more hours, and Mr. Voigt never returned. Mind you, this is one of our elected officials who is supposed to be paying attention to important issues. The other four council members stayed on until the wee hours of Tuesday morning, in spite of having young children at home, jobs to get to, and myriad other responsibilities.

On June 27, the hearing was continued starting at 7:00 PM. Councilmen Voigt never showed up. Mr. Timothy E. Shanley , an elected official from Wyckoff, voiced his complete displeasure with Councilmen Voigt’s disrespect for the process. He further indicated his intention to object if Mr. Voigt wished to vote on Ordinances 3636 and 3637 regarding rates for Ridgewood Water customers, as Voigt completely missed out on two hours of important testimony. His planned objection proved unnecessary, as Councilmen Voigt was completely absent from the June 27 meeting, discussion, and votes.

Village Council Attorney Matthew Rogers indicated that Councilmen Voigt decided to leave the June 25 meeting because he knew he would not be able to attend the June 27 meeting at which the votes would be taken; why bother to stay any longer and listen to further testimony if you are not going to vote anyway?

The staff of The Ridgewood Blog is outraged by this latest rudeness from Councilmen Voigt. He chose to run for office, and as such he has an obligation to be informed. Even if he knew he could not attend on June 27, it is still his duty to be educated on all issues facing our governing body. It sure seems as if Voigt just wanted to distance himself from a difficult vote, so he can say later on “don’t blame me, I wasn’t there.”

Voigt has repeatedly and frequently demonstrated utter disrespect for the citizens of Ridgewood and their concerns, this just being the latest from this man who is a complete and total disappointment and failure as a Ridgewood Village Councilman.

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Village of Ridgewood Council Reorganization Meeting – Sunday, July 1st

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June 28,2018

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Ridgewood NJ, The public is invited to the Village Council Reorganization Meeting, scheduled for Sunday, July 1, 2018 at Noon in the Sydney V. Stoldt, Jr. Court Room.  Susan Knudson and Michael Sedon will be sworn in for their new 4 year terms.  Village Council members will  vote to determine the offices of Mayor and Deputy Mayor  for the new Village Council.

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RIDGEWOOD TENNIS INSTRUCTION AND SUMMER CAMPS

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TENNIS INSTRUCTION AND SUMMER CAMPS
Registration continues for the summer session of tennis instruction with All Pro Tennis which starts next week.
Youth/Adult Instruction
Mondays – June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30
Wednesdays – June 27, July (no 4), 11, 18, 25, August 1 and 8
(rain make ups will be announced as needed)
PreK & K – 5 to 6 pm
Grades 1 & 2 – 5 to 6 pm
Grades 3 to 5 – 6 to 7 pm
Grades 6 and up – 7 to 8 pm
Adults – 7 to 8 pm
Summer Camps
Camps, for grades 1 and up, run Monday through Thursday (Fridays are for rain makeups).
Weeks: June 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6 and 13
Choose from 9 to 10:30 am or 10:30 to 12 noon.
All sessions are held at the Somerville Courts on South Pleasant Avenue, Ridgewood
$120/6 week instructional session or for each camp (non-residents $130)
Participants must possess a 2018 Tennis Membership which may be purchased online via Community Pass, www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass.
Registration for class sessions and camps must be made in person or by mail to The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue. Please make checks payable to ALL PRO TENNIS. The registration form is attached for your convenience. Call the Recreation Office at 201-670-5560 with any questions or you may contact Barry Ruback, All Pro Tennis at 201-568-3946.

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ADULT BEACH YOGA AT GRAYDON POOL!

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JOIN US FOR SUP INSTRUCTION AND ADULT BEACH YOGA AT GRAYDON POOL!

ONLY A FEW SPACES LEFT! PRICE INCLUDES REGISTRATION AND INSTRUCTION! RESIDENTS AND NON-RESIDENTS WELCOME! REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW!
Adult SUP – $200/5 sessions on Wednesdays, June 27,
July 11, 18, 25 August 1 (No July 4) 6:15-7:15pm
(non-residents $210/5 sessions)
Adult Beach Yoga – $75/5 sessions on Thursdays, June 28 July 5, 12, 19, 26 – 7:00pm-8:00pm
(non-residents $85/5 sessions)

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Ben & Jerry’s Summer Luau

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June 27,2018

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Ben&Jerry’s will be hosting a Summer Luau in Ridgewood . The Summer Luau will be on Saturday June 30th  at 3pm .

The whole family can enjoy our outdoor games, music, and giveaways .

Ben & Jerry’s Ridgewood
104-106 Franklin Ave,
Ridgewood, NJ 07450

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Reader calls Need for Water Restrictions “just poor management “

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Like sheep. Focus energy and anger on the ridiculous water restrictions Absolutely no droughts, hasn’t been in years, steady demand even in the summer, just poor management.
Wake up folks. You are getting played. How do you think this will be when the apartments are built and demand does increase? I for one have given in, did no new planting this year, no flowers, and cut back the mowing. Landscaper and local nursery lost some business. 50k a year in taxes and I can’t water my lawn. For sale sign is up, will take what we can get and regrettable move on after 25 years. Only getting worse and council is useless

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Army National Guard Helicopter Pays a Visit to the Jr.Police Academy in Ridgewood

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photos courtesy of Boyd Loving’s Facebook

June 27,2018

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, an Army National Guard landed a Helicopter at the Jr.Police Academy today.The helicopter was piloted by Ridgewood Fire Department Firefighter Oscar Martinez, who serves as a Reservist in the United States Military, landed early Tuesday afternoon, 06/26, at the athletic field of the Benjamin Franklin Middle School, 335 North Van Dien Avenue, Ridgewood. The landing was scheduled in connection with the Chief Michael Feeney Jr. Police Academy being held at that location. Jr. Police Academy participants listened to Firefighter Martinez explain the helicopter’s operation and also got to tour the copter’s interior. Three (3) other Ridgewood Fire Department Firefighters who also serve as military reservists were on board the helicopter with Firefighter Martinez when it landed at the school.

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Ridgewood Parks & Recreation Fly Fishing Basics Class for middle school students

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Junes 18,2018

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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Parks & Recreation , the Fly Fishing Basics Class for middle school students ended with an afternoon in the water! After setting up the rods and reels and tying on their own flies, they took to the brook! Wading through running water, they each found their spot. And one of the participants even landed a fish (and released it back into the brook).

Check out the pics from the day.

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Congratulations to the Women Gardeners’ of Ridgewood!

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photo courtesy of Ridgewood Parks & Recreation

June 18,2018

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Ridgewood NJ, The Garden Club of New Jersey awarded the Women Gardeners’ of Ridgewood for their work with the Green Kids program, sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. The children, with the help of the Women Gardener’s of Ridgewood, created a large log planter for the Green Kids Garden and planted it with mums for the fall. The 12′ long recylced log planter was designed to encourage sustainability and can be planted seasonally. Please check out the award and log in the pictures below!

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Welcome to the New Maple Field in Ridgewood

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photo courtesy of Ridgewood Parks & Recreation

June 18,2018

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held on Friday afternoon for the new Maple Turf Field! Village Council, Village Management, Director of Parks and Recreation, Assistant Superintendent of Parks, representatives from the Fields Committee, PRC Board and sports groups were there to join in on the celebration!

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Ridgewood Parks & Recreation present December children shows

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December 4,2017

the staff of the Ridgewood blog

Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Parks & Recreation present December children shows :

DECEMBER RECESS CHILDREN’S SHOWS:
Ridgewood Parks and Recreation has two children’s shows planned during the holiday recess in December. We hope you will join us!
Animals in the Winter
Pat from Pat’s Pals will bring a live animal show and talk to children about how different animals survive the winter. They will learn about migration, hibernation and more.
Wednesday, December 27th, 11:30 am
The Anne Zusy Youth Center in Village Hall
131 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood
$5 admission – all attending, ages 2 and older
(caregivers must be ticket holders also)
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Preschool Winterfest with Mr. Jon
With guitar, songs and playful props, Mr. Jon will excite, engage and entertain as we celebrate winter.
Thursday, December 28th, 11:30
The Anne Zusy Youth Center in Village Hall
131 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood
$5 admission – all attending, ages 2 and older
(caregivers must be ticket holders also)
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In addition, the following workshops are planned for elementary students:
Mythbusters with Education Explorers
Using scientific method and their innate curiosity, students will participate in a variety of hands-on experiments that put common “myths” to the test.
Grades 1-5
Thursday, December 28th
9:30 am to 12 noon
The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood
$50 includes all materials
(non-residents $60)
Please bring a NUT-free snack
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Colorful Warriors Art/Yoga/Meditation Camp
This combination class is all about encouraging healthy bodies and creative minds! Beginning with animal focused yoga, children will have fun learning the positions and movements of downward dog, cat, turtle and monkey. Afterwards the children will create a canvas painting – a sea turtle with florescent colors. Sea turtles symbolize patience, wisdom, endurance and good luck. The session will end with a relaxed, guided meditation.
Grades K-5
Thursday, 1:30 to 3 pm
The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood
$30 – includes all materials (non-residents $40)
Please bring a yoga mat and a NUT-free snack
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You may purchase advanced admission for the shows or register for the workshops online at CommunityPass, www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass, (Visa/MasterCard) or in person/by mail at the Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood (cash/check).
Please call the Recreation office at 201-670-5560 with questions or if special accommodations are needed.

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Ridgewood Player Joins Bergen Golf heavyweights for New Jersey Golf Junior Championship

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July 23,2017

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Ridgewood NJ, while Paramus’s Jimmy Criscione leads the North Jersey contingent into the 96th New Jersey Junior Championship.

Davis Weil  of Ridgewood who as a junior, led Ridgewood to its first trip to the state Group 4 final in several years joins the list of Bergen County golf heavyweights.

Monday will feature an 18-hole stroke-play qualifier, with the low score 16 advancing to Tuesday morning’s first round match play. With the final of this New Jersey State Golf Association event on Wednesday afternoon.

The 47th Boys Championship will run simultaneously .The Boys Championship is for ages 15 and under and will feature Liam White of Ridgewood among the 18 players competing for the title.

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VILLAGE HARVEST MOON HOEDOWN

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VILLAGE HARVEST MOON HOEDOWN

Sign Up for this Special Family Event – Revised Date – October 5

“Come Alive Outside”

The Harvest Moon Family Hoedown

(Revised Date is November 5th )

On Sunday, October 5th (revised date), Ridgewood Parks & Recreation, with co-sponsorship by Jacobsen Landscape Design and Construction of Midland Park, will host an exciting family hoedown, complete with pony rides, a petting zoo, hot air balloon tether rides, square dancing and a food court. So put on your country best and come join the fun.

Embrace the national “Come Alive Outside” campaign which began in 2010 by Jim Paluch in hopes of reducing the sedentary, indoor lifestyle that is contributing to adverse effects in our society. Playing outside has many benefits – improving physical and social skills, stress reduction, increased self-confidence and so much more. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, 60 minutes of free play outside daily is essential for a child’s development. It is the “Come Alive Outside” campaign’s mission to create opportunities for children to get outside for some “good healthy fun”.

Held at Habernickel Family Park, 1037 Hillcrest Road, Ridgewood, the schedule of events will be as follows:

3:30 to 5:30 pm – Petting zoo and pony rides

4:30 to 6:30 pm – Hot air balloon tether rides*

5:00 pm – Food court opens

5:30 pm – Music and dancing

Save by purchasing admission in advance – $10 per person ($15 at the gate). *Hot air balloon tether rides are $20 per person and the food court is additional. Register online at www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass or in person/by mail to The Stable at 259 N. Maple Ave. You may locate the registration form on the Recreation homepage at www.ridgewoodnj.net/recreation. Please call the Parks & Recreation Department at 201-670-5560 with any questions or if special accommodations are needed.

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