>New Jersey state senators approve changes to bill allowing solar farms on Pinelands landfills
New Jersey state senators approve changes to bill allowing solar farms on Pinelands landfills
State lawmakers who passed a bill allowing solar farms to be built on landfills in the Pinelands voted Monday to accommodate Gov. Chris Christie’s proposed changes to the plan. (Fletcher, Press of Atlantic City)
>Isabel Park of Ridgewood,selected for JCC Thurnauer School of Music Master Class
JCC Thurnauer School of Music Announces Selected Students For Master Class
The JCC Thurnauer School of Music, recently named a Major Arts Institution by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, is pleased to announce the violin students selected to perform in a master class with New York Philharmonic concertmaster Glenn Dicterow on Sunday, April 10 from 2 to 5 p.m.
The class, open to anyone who would like to attend, will take place in the school’s Eric Brown Theater, located within the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades (411 East Clinton Avenue, Tenafly). The suggested donation to attend the class is $10, payable at the door.
The students (participants and honorable mention), selected by a panel of distinguished musicians and music educators, come from eight of the more than 50 municipalities in New York and New Jersey represented by the Thurnauer student body.
Selected student participants are Ari Boutris (New York, N.Y.); Stephanie Xu (Closter, N.J.); Mia Park (Englewood Cliffs, N.J.); Isabel Park (Ridgewood, N.J.); Amanda Chao and Andrew Yohann Kim (Tenafly); and Lucia Nowik (Warren, N.J.). Students chosen for Honorable Mention are Emily Chen and June Lee (Closter); Rachelle Huh (Demarest, N.J.); Dylan Hamme (Leonia, N.J.); and Sanford Whatley (Tenafly).
The master class is part of the music school’s Sylvia & Jacob Handler Master Class Series, and is the third and final class of the 2010-2011 Season. In January, the school welcomed New York Philharmonic cellist Eric Bartlett, and in March Philharmonic pianist (and music school parent) Jonathan Feldman.
The master class will mark Mr. Dicterow’s second appearance with Thurnauer School of Music students this year. On February 9, he performed the “Theme from Schindler’s List” as soloist with the Thurnauer Symphony Orchestra at the music school’s 2011 Gift of Music Gala Benefit Concert at the Bergen Performing Arts Center. The evening, which featured 10 musicians from the Philharmonic including music school parents Sheryl Staples (principal associate concertmaster), Judith LeClair (principal bassoon) and Mr. Feldman, raised nearly $100,000 in support of music education at the school.
>Women Gardeners of Ridgewood featured speaker Lynden B. Miller Public Garden Designer, Director of the Conservatory Garden in Central Park
Parks, Plants and People Women Gardener’s Event presented by the Women Gardeners of Ridgewood with featured speaker Lynden B. Miller Public Garden Designer, Director of the Conservatory Garden in Central Park and Author Please join us on: Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 12:30 PM (doors open at 12:00 noon) **book signing by featured speaker, Lynden B. Miller** **potting shed and unusual boutique sale** **beverages and dessert will be served** Location: The Westside Presbyterian Church 6 South Monroe St., Ridgewood, NJ Tickets:$20 prepaid, $25 day of event Prepaid Tickets: Make your check and mail (postmarked no later than 3/27) to: WGR, 504D Aspen Lane, Wyckoff, NJ 07481-1586 All Prepaid tickets will be at “will call” desk on April 7 www.womengardenersofridgewood.com Questions: 201-560-9977
>Ridgwood Parks and Recreation is sponsoring Middle School Mixers – 6, 7, 8 Grades
Ridgwood Parks and Recreation is sponsoring several Mixers for students from both Ridgewood middle schools to come together. Each evening offers music and dancing with a DJ, refreshments and games. Admission is $7 at the door (village teens only).
The sixth-grade mixer is rescheduled to Friday, April 8; seventh-grade mixer was held on Friday, March 18; and a mixer for eighth-graders will be held on Friday, March 25.
All mixers run from 7:30PM to 9:30PM and take place in the Annie Zusy Youth Center at Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Ave. Parents must drop off and pick up children in the rear lot. For more information, call 201/670-556
>N.J. waits for IRS review of troubled public worker pension funds
Like taxpayers, states don’t usually volunteer to open their books to the Internal Revenue Service. (Renshaw, The Star-Ledger)
https://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2011/03/nj_waiting_for_irs_approval_of.html
>Forced sharing won’t work, some town officials say
You don’t have to tell Mayor Julie Schreck about the value of towns sharing services.
Schreck, in the middle of her first term as mayor, said the small seaside borough has been sharing services and equipment with neighboring towns for years. (Bowman, Asbury Park Press)
>“Dance of the Lemons” keeps ineffective teachers moving from school to school
In education circles — and a few parent ones — it’s been called the “dance of the lemons,” a derisive description of the way districts’ central offices shuffle ineffective teachers from school to school. (Mooney, NJ Spotlight)
https://www.njspotlight.com/stories/11/0320/2246/
>The annual Rummage Sale sponsored by the Women’s Guild of Christ Church Ridgewood April 1st and 2nd
The annual Rummage Sale sponsored by the Women’s Guild of Christ Church Ridgewood, will be held on Friday, April 1 from 9 AM to 3 PM and from 9 AM to 12 noon on Saturday, April 2. The Sale is held in the Great Hall of Christ Church located at Cottage Place and Franklin Avenue. This popular event is much anticipated locally and features household items, jewelry, attic treasures, appliances, books, toys and clothing for men, women and children. GO GREEN! RECYCLE, RE– USE, RECLAIM AND SAVE. Free admission. Proceeds from the sale benefit the Women’s Guild outreach and scholarship programs. For more information, contact the Christ Church office at 201.652.2350.
>Christie puts blame for Property Tax Increases on Democrats for not enacting Tool Kit
Gov Christie blames NJ property tax increase on Democrats
Megan Demarco
TRENTON — Gov. Chris Christie today fingered Democrats for a jump in the average property tax bill in 2010.
Asked if he takes responsibility for the increase at a press availability today, the governor said “absolutely not.”
The average property tax bill in 2010 was $7,576, a 4.1 percent increase over 2009 and the largest year-over-year increase since 2007. Democrats on Friday, when the state released the numbers, blamed Christie for the spike…
“If they pass all the things that I proposed, then it’s completely my responsibility. If they don’t, then they own it,” Christie said. “You can’t give me part of my solution and then expect me to be responsible if the solution doesn’t work.”
https://www.nj.com/politics/index.ssf/2011/03/gov_christie_blames_nj_propert.html
>Teen history buffs face off in tournament
Saturday, March 19, 2011
BY JEAN RIMBACH
THE RECORD
STAFF WRITER
RIDGEWOOD — From Gore Vidal to Barbie, King George III to the Rolling Stones, teenagers from around the Garden State tested their knowledge on an eclectic array of history questions Saturday in an academic competition at Ridgewood High School.
Stephanie Yuen of Bergen Academies at the ready position during the History Bee and Bowl. At her left are teammates Joseph Wiegartner and Alex Muller.
All hands were on buzzers at the inaugural run of the New Jersey History Bee and Bowl, with some 200 students from 22 schools quizzed on topics from George Washington to Washington, D.C.
“Founder David Madden, a Ridgewood high school graduate, described the competition as “more ‘Jeopardy!’ than ‘Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.’ ” He said some 1,000 questions were prepared for the event, ranging from the Stone Age to the Middle East, classic movies to styles of dress.”
>Ridgewood YMCA informational Open House regarding 2011 International Camp Program
Come join the Ridgewood YMCA on March 28 at 7pm for an informational Open House meeting regarding our 2011 International Camp Program to Senegal and The Dominican Republic. The trip is available for teens grades 10-12. Additional info is available from our website at www.ridgewoodymca.org/icp or LIKE us at www.facebook.com/ridgewoodymca
>Appointment of Robbert O’Malley to Land use Authority calls in to question Village Managers Judgement
Ridgewood NJ – It’s scary to think that you can be indicted by a federal grand jury for fraud, then be promoted to a civic leadership post. On top of that, Mayor Gabbert aka Ridgewood Village Administrator, is okay with this. Seriously, is this the kind of decision making we want in Ridgewood? Does anyone else in Ridgewood even question these types of actions by the guy tasked to run the day to day operations of Ridgewood. Are there no more ethical boundary lines in this state?
I would hope somebody such as our mayor, or someone from the village council asks Mr Gabbert why he is comfortable supporting a person indicted on 68, yes 68 counts of fraud to a substantial decision making board?
“O’Malley, 47, was indicted in August on 68 counts of fraud and other federal crimes. Prosecutors say O’Malley falsified mortgage applications at his private business, Residential Mortgage Corp. of Ridgewood, and used improvement authority workers to confirm the falsified applications when lenders called.”
It’s a serious and important question for someone who makes the same decisions in Ridgewood.
>Annie Zusy’s daughters to run half-marathon to raise money to fight lung cancer and promote research
the Staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ – Eliza and Katie will be doing their FIRST EVER race! Both sisters will be doing a half marathon in NYC/Brooklyn on April 2nd! They’re running in honor of our mother, late councilwoman Anne Zusy . The ladies are looking to raise money and awareness for lung cancer research and prevention!
As you know, Anne Zusy passed away in June from lung cancer. Duaghters Katie and Eliza , Katie, will be running a half marathon in Queens on April 2nd in an effort to raise money to fight lung cancer and promote research for it. Their goal is to raise $1000 which has already been exceeded with the generous support of friends and many Ridgewood residents!
https://www.northjersey.com/community/118220944_Daughters_to_run_in_mom_s_memory.html .
The sisters have set up a website set-up where people can make donations of any amount to help our cause. They are called “Team Annie” and are excited to do they’er part in fighting lung cancer. The web-site link is below:
https://www.active.com/donate/RunAsOne2010/OrtizGirls
If you have any questions or would like more info about the event, do not hesitate to contact Eliza Ortiz @ [email protected] .
>Flooding: Not in Aruba
Tired of all the rainfall? Located in the South Caribbean, Aruba has a desert climate, meaning that there is very little rainfall, and a whole lot of sunshine. Also, Aruba is located outside of the hurricane belt, making it a viable destination even in hurricane season. Travelers can lounge on the fantastic beaches or take jeep safaris to the desert landscape of the islands interior. Whether you seek adventure or guiltless relaxation, make Aruba your next destination.
For more information on Aruba and other travel destinations, CONTACT:
The Travel Center / American Express
“Ridgewood’s ONLY Travel Center”
50 E. Ridgewood Ave.
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201)447-3311
thetravelcenterae.com
[email protected]
*American Express Cardholders may be eligible to pay for all or part of their next trip with Membership Rewards Pay with Points.
>Gigantic Garage Sale (Ridgewood)
Date: 2011-03-18, 8:32PM EDT
Where: 215 W Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Date: March 25, 2011 / March 26, 2011
Time: 9:00am–3:00pm
Next on: Friday, March 25, 2011
A Gigantic Garage Sale will be held Friday, March 25th and Saturday, March 26th from 9am (no early birds) to 3pm at the Woman’s Club of Ridgewood at 215 West Ridgewood Avenue in Ridgewood. The sale will feature jewelry, furniture, clothing, books, collectibles, household items, and lots of items for children and babies. A small café will offer baked goods, soup, sandwiches and beverages for purchase.
For further information, call the Club office at 201-444-5705.
Features: Open to All
Phone: 201-444-5705
Estate sale Ridgewood moving fine furniture beds grandfather clock (172 Carlisle Terr)
Date: 2011-03-18, 4:51PM EDT
beautiful grandfather clock, 4 poster bed, mattress sets, brass chandalier, dresser, chrystal glassware, upholstered love seat,
other misc., all well priced./
MOVING SALE SAT/SUN (119 Oak St,Ridgewood)
Date: 2011-03-18, 10:59AM EDT
RAIN OR SHINE, 10-3, furniture, woodworking tools, garden tools, WICKER PORCH FURN, camera equip, computer equip (printers/scanners), craft supplies (candle making/ soap making/ etc), LONGABERGER BASKETS, household, antique wedgewood, BEAUTIFUL GLASS DESK (L-shape 2-level), lamps, MUCH MORE……
Estate Sale – Sat March 19 (10:00-4:00) (Ridgewood NJ)
Date: 2011-03-18, 9:32AM EDT
20+ years of antiques, furniture, tools, home goods, office supplies, books etc
SATURDAY MARCH 19 10:00 -4:00
140 Woodland Ave
Ridgewood NJ
