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Ridgewood NJ, On January 30, join the Ridgewood Public Library , as they embark on a journey to watch the entirety of The Great American Read. For the first episode there’s no discussion, but we’ll be discussing different books throughout the rest of the series.
Address: 125 N Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Phone: +1-201-670-5600
Hours: 9:00am-9:00pm
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Ridgewood NJ, Upcoming: Reel Voices Film Festival | King in the Wilderness (2018; TV-14; 1h51m) FRI, JAN 18 7PM |
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s last 18 months of life. Speaker: Dr. Obery Hendricks, Jr., Columbia University professor/MLK scholar.
FREE screening. Registration required. Register here.
Presented in association with MLK, Jr. Celebration Committee of Ridgewood and Glen Rock.
For information: Roberta Panjwani, Festival Coordinator, rpanjwani@ridgewoodlibrary.org
or 201-670-5600, ext. 132.
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Ridgewood NJ, features Children’s Highlights . Please bring RW Library Card to sign in.
WED-SAT, DEC 26-29 10:30AM | Drop-in Storytimes (All ages)
Sign in with Ridgewood Library/KidsCard on arrival.
Children’s Movie Matinees, 2pm. No registration required.
WED, DEC 26 | Christopher Robin (2018; PG; 1h44m)
THURS, DEC 27 | Incredibles 2 (2018; PG; 1h58m)
FRI, DEC 28 | The Incredible Story of the Giant Pear (2017; NR; 1h19m)
MON, DEC 31 11:15AM | Countdown to Noon! (All ages)
Make your way around the world to welcome 2019. Sign in with Ridgewood Library/KidsCard on arrival.
THURS, JAN 3 10:30AM | Musical Melodies (All ages)
Rock out to favorite kids’ songs with Chris Flynn, his guitar and trombone. Sign in with Ridgewood Library/KidsCard on arrival.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Public Library presents a Public Water Forum ,co-Hosted by League of Women Voters of Ridgewood, NJ with Debbie Mans (Deputy Commissioner of the NJDEP) as the featured speaker. Find out how this summer’s excessive rain will impact our water supply and if tiered pricing is the way of the future for water.
Today at 7:30 PM – 9 PM
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125 N Maple Ave, Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450
What every single one of them lacks is a financial brain and apparently all also are “shopaholics”, who can’t wait to find something else they can waste money on. As long as they, personally, only have to pay a small part of what they are buying, building, etc., they are all for it. I have to assume they are all personally rich since they don’t seem to care about all the expenses they are signing up, for which the town must pay. The last Council blasted the townspeople if they opposed what the council wanted. This one just keeps whistling along and stating they don’t have ANY knowledge of ANY objections to their expensive plans.
The following note was sent to the Village Council with a copy to the Village Manager.
Dear Council:
It is my impression that the library director and board are asking the Council to pave over part of Veterans Field for parking so that they can increase services further and build a performance venue at the library.
This is a bad idea–no, a terrible idea. Our parks have already been largely given over to sports. What’s left must be considered sacrosanct. As the temporary custodians of the village, you make decisions that will last for decades or forever. You are responsible for holding firm on this. I believe such a decision would be wildly unpopular.
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Ridgewood NJ, There sure seems to be a lot of “Reimagining ” going around these days ,first the Village Master Plan and now the Ridgewood Public Library . The Ridgewood Public Library will be presenting a, ” Reimagine Ridgewood Public Library Renovation Concept ” In a public forum on Saturday, October 6, 2018 10:00 am – 11:30 am in the Ridgewood Library Auditorium .All residents are invited to join the Library staff for coffee, learn about the concept ,ask questions, share suggestions . For more information, please see Library website Ridgewoodlibrary.org , Reimagine RPL or email Library Director Nancy Greene ngreene@ridgewoodlibrary.org .
Glaser Series: Author Seema Reza
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Sunday, Sep. 30, 2:00-3:30pm or call 201-670-5600.
Ridgewood NJ, A unique afternoon with the Washington DC-based poet/essayist Seema Reeza. Ms. Reza will discuss the memoir When the World Breaks Open, tracing her journey from being a suburban mom into using her own lessons to building a unique writing and art program in military hospitals. Booksale & signing to follow. Info, contact Roberta: : RPanjwani@ridgewoodlibrary.org or ext. 132
Continue reading Ridgewood Public Library Glaser Series: Author Seema Reza
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Public Library will host a The American Revolution: 3-part Series starting Tuesday, Oct. 16, 10:00-11:30am (October 16, 23 & 30: 0:00-11:30am)
information call 201-670-5600. Please join Myrna Nahas for a 3-part series covering various aspects of the American Revolution. All are welcome.
Continue reading The American Revolution: 3-part Series at the Ridgewood Public Library
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Ridgewood NJ, September is Library Card Sign-up Month! Visit the Library to get a free replacement card if you lost yours. All you need is proof of your Ridgewood address.
125 N Maple Ave
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Phone number
(201) 670-5600
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Ridgewood NJ, It been over 20 years since the Ridgewood Public Library had an update . A preliminary plan for a renovation will be presented on September 26th to the Village of Ridgewood Council and on October 6, the library will host a public forum ,where according to sources residents will be able to share your ideas and play a part in “reimagining” the Ridgewood Library.
On many occasions Healthbarn has more then 1 large school bus coming in for field trips all the while other programs are going on. With all the cameras around the house and parking lot I am sure Heather can see them. So should we assume she doesn’t know the difference between small and large buses? What about the charted buses that seem to come 2X a year? Playing it dumb doesn’t really work when your talking about a neighborhoods quality of life!!! Saying a employee lives in the neighborhood is a huge stretch too. what’s wrong is the fact that the Village Manager seems to be protecting Healthbarn not the tax payers who pays her? Did Heather come and collect her zucchini for protecting Healthbarn? Does any village employee want the house across the street from them turned into a for profit business? Because that’s what happened in our neighborhood so lying to everyone is seriously criminal!!!!!
August 11,2018
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Ridgewood NJ, Effective September 4, 2018, the following changes will be in effect for all parking meters in the Central Business District, both on the streets and in the parking lots:
Meter Times: Monday through Friday – 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Meter Rates for All Meters: 75 cents per hour (including the Cottage Place CBD Employee Parking Spaces)
Duration of Meters: 3 hours for all parking meters, except the Cottage Place parking lot, which will be 11 hours.
CBD Employee Parking Spaces: These spaces require a CBD Employee Parking Permit and are located in the Walnut Street parking lot and the Cottage Place parking lot, and are delineated by signage. CBD Employee Parking Permits and monthly hang tags for CBD Employee parking may be purchased at the Reception Desk in Village Hall or daily parking may be paid for through Parkmobile or in Cottage Place, at the parking kiosks.
We are extending our Parking Kiosk Pilot Program. In addition to the Chestnut Street parking lot, parking kiosks will be placed in the following locations:
The parking kiosks will accept coins, dollar bills, and credit cards (Visa, Master Card and American Express). Parkmobile is also available to pay for parking, by downloading the Parkmobile app to your Smartphone.
Effective September 25, 2018, the new meter times for the train station parking lot and the Park and Ride parking lot will be:
Monday through Friday – 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (14-hour meter duration)
Saturday – 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (8-hour meter duration)
Overnight parking is available in select parking lots for residents living in the CBD. Permits for overnight parking may be purchased at the Reception Desk in Village Hall. Other than the overnight parking lots, parking is prohibited in all other parking lots, including the train station lot and the Park and Ride lot, from 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
August 11,2018
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Ridgewood NJ, The Village Council approved the funding and the proposal from Epic Management, Inc., to move forward with the Hudson Street parking garage. This will provide additional parking in the Central Business District for shoppers, diners, commuters, and employees. The current timeline indicates that the garage should be completed by early spring 2020.
August 10,2018
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RIDGEWOOD NJ , Special Properties Real Estate Services, LLC, an exclusive affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate, has welcomed Kathleen Lops to its Ridgewood, NJ office as a Realtor Associate. The addition of this former international sales and marketing expert is part of the agency’s ongoing growth and expansion throughout the region.
Kathleen brings more than 12 years of industry experience to Special Properties, along with a strong commitment to provide all clients with personalized real estate services. Prior to joining Special Properties, Kathleen practiced sales and marketing within the financial industry around the world, including Boston, New York City, and even Sydney, Australia. With both her corporate and real estate experience, along with her new affiliation with Special Properties, Kathleen is able to leverage the strength of Christie’s and Special Properties’ unparalleled marketing resources and superior customer service program to assist clients at all phases of the real estate process.
Kathleen is a passionate community volunteer. She is a member of the Board of the Social Services Association of Ridgewood and can often be found working closely with her children’s school on community outreach projects. She enjoys playing golf, walking her pet collie and cheering on her children during their Ridgewood High School lacrosse games. Kathleen also pays frequent visits to her hometown in Maine, where she relishes in her New England roots.
Kathleen is a graduate of Lafayette College with a degree in psychology, and has lived in Ridgewood for nearly two decades with her husband and children.
About Special Properties Real Estate Services
Special Properties Real Estate Services, LLC embraces the history and traditions of its flagship brokerage location in Saddle River, NJ, into an expanded, modern presence in Mahwah, Franklin Lakes, Ridgewood, Hoboken and Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ. With a staff of accomplished real estate agents and brokers, its clients across northern New Jersey and southern New York are provided with customized, personalized services, backed by the luxury real estate brand of Christie’s International Real Estate. Special Properties provides local expertise with global connections. For more information, call 201-962-9552 or visit www.specialpropertiesres.com.
