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On this day, 244 years ago, the Second Continental Congress voted to adopt the Declaration of Independence. Even though they had already declared independence two days earlier, the American people were so moved by the Declaration that thereafter July 4th became our birthday. Happy Birthday America!
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Ridgewood NJ, Since Governor Phil Murphy lifted his stay at home order, many businesses find themselves slowly starting to reopen. While barbershops and child care centers can soon resume operations, institutions like libraries have been overlooked and remain closed.
Continue reading Governor Murphy Needs to Reopen libraries Now !
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Ridgewood NJ, we have said it from the beginning and after all this , it’s all about books. COVID-pandemic created a massive need to e-books while people were sheltering at home :
Continue reading COVID19 Lock Down Proved it’s all About Books for the Ridgewood Public Library
On this Memorial Day weekend, we remember those who sacrificed their lives for “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are grieving. May we, as Abraham Lincoln famously said, “highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain–that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom–and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”
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Ridgewood NJ, its just amazing given how much has changed since the COVID19 pandemic and the economic shut down that has ensued .
Continue reading Even COVID-19 can’t stop Ridgewood’s Spending Binge
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood blog has previously reported on a homeless woman with what appears to be a serious drinking problem who’s made repeated bogus 911 calls. She was arrested once again this week after she allegedly broke into the Ridgewood Public library. Ridgewood Police responded to a burglar alarm and reported that they found the 56-year-old woman in the library shortly after 2 a.m. on Thursday.
Continue reading Is the Ridgewood chief of police playing favorites with the town drunk?
Deadline: Thurs, Apr 30
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Continue reading Ridgewood Public Library 13th Annual Teen Photography Contest
ZOOM FOR ALL
Mon-Fri | 11am-12pm
Is your doctor scheduling Zoom appointments? Family want to check in with a virtual get-together? If you’re new to Zoom, the Ridgewood Library is here to help. Schedule a 10-minute session with RPL staff and we will call you and walk you through how to use Zoom and all its features. Reserve a spot here or email Kerri at kwallace@ridgewoodlibrary.org to schedule an appointment.
Continue reading Ridgewood Library offers Zoom help, Home tech support
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Ridgewood NJ, from the Bolger Heritage Center, at the Ridgewood Public Library , by now, you should know it’s 2020 “census time.” We at Bolger Heritage Center thought we’d start a new feature—occasionally looking back at the 1920 census to see who lived in Ridgewood at the time of that century-old census.
Dear Ridgewood Residents,
As Mayor of the Village of Ridgewood, I am here to give you an update on Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Since the first case of Coronavirus in New Jersey was reported one week ago, there have been an unprecedented number of actions taken by local, county and state governments, businesses and religious organizations in an attempt to contain and prevent the spread of the virus. Since then, the World Health Organization has formally declared the Coronavirus a global pandemic.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Public Library is taking active precautions against coronavirus . On the Facebook page ,” It Takes a Ridgewood Village” resident Anne LaGrange Loving mentioned that at Wednesday”s Village council meeting Library Director Nancy Greene commented on precautions , “Last night Nancy Greene explained to me that the Ridgewood Library is wiping down all high-contact surfaces every two hours with disinfecting wipes. This includes railings, banisters, door handles, table tops, keyboards. She is not under any sort of mandate; she is simply being proactive to keep the library patrons safe. Thank you Nancy Greene.”
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Things to keep in mind when ordering food on the Valentines day.
The Top 10 Aphrodisiac Foods
You are what you eat, because what you eat directly influences your body and your body functions.
Continue reading Valentine’s day : The Top 10 Aphrodisiac Foods
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Ridgewood NJ, Local History Librarian, Sarah Kiefer, gave a behind the scenes tour of the Library’s archives including a look at the newly restored Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps. Participants also learned how to research their homes, find information on ancestors, and Ridgewood History. For more information on our hidden archives contact Sarah Kiefer at skiefer@ridgewoodlibrary.org.
Continue reading Behind the scenes tour of the Ridgewood Library’s Archives
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Ridgewood NJ, tonight at the Ridgewood public library ( Wednesday, Feb 12 @ 7pm! ) Beloved Hawes Principal Paul Semendinger will share his moving new novel, “Scattering the Ashes” Book sale & signing to follow. All are welcome.
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Ridgewood NJ, On Monday, January 20, 2020, Ridgewood Public Schools will be honoring the leadership and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by participating in the MLK national day of service. This year marks the 25th anniversary of MLK Day, and we encourage you and your family to find a meaningful way to make a contribution to the community in remembrance of Dr. King’s work. “Make it a day on, not a day off.”
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