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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Guild International Film Festival (RIFF) is back for its 14th annual celebration of independent cinema on April 24, 2025. Over the years, RIFF has evolved into a respected platform for independent filmmakers, showcasing creative and inspiring films from around the globe.
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Ridgewood NJ, the Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation is busy planning for the upcoming summer season at Graydon Pool to include special events, movie nights, swim instruction, competitive swim and more.
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FEBRUARY WINTER SCHOOL RECESS OFFERINGS
February 4,2018
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Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Recreation is pleased to offer the following special events during the February school break.
Here are the details:
SCIENCE TELLERS – Tall Ships and Pirate Tales (geared for elementary students Grades K-5)
Set sail with us on a thrilling adventure about a crew of quirky pirates marooned on a deserted island. They must rescue their salty captain and find a way to construct a ship before all hope is lost. Fun audience participation with incredible science experiments.
Grades K-5, Friday, February 16th, 11:30 am, The Anne Zusy Youth Center, Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, $5 admission (adult supervision required)
ScienceTellers Tall Ships and Pirate Tales – details and registration form
WINTERFEST CELEBRATION WITH HEALTHBARN USA
Creative winter crafts, healthy cooking creations, and fun winter activities.
Grade K-5, Friday, February 16th, 9:30 am to 12 noon, at the Gatehouse, Irene Habernickel Family Park, Ridgewood, $30 (non-residents $40)
2018 WinterFest Celebration – details and registration form
PAINT IT! SLIME IT! WITH ABRAKADOODLE – a fun morning of creating messy creations, including SLIME, inspired by American artist Steven Kleindorfer known for using swooping patterns of vibrant colors and shapes.
Grades K-4, Tuesday, February 20th, 10 am to 12:30 pm, at the Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, $55 includes all materials (non-residents $65)
Paint It, Slime It – details and registration form
Special Events with Ridgewood Recreation
November School Recess
BOSSY FROG MUSICAL SHOW – Thursday, November 5th, 11 a.m. at the Anne Zusy Youth Center, Village Hall, 131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood. PreK/Early elementary. Young ones are sure to enjoy this fun and interactive musical show. Tickets are $5 for all attending (under 2 free).
“HIBERNATE, MIGRATE OR ACCLIMATE”, presented by NJ Audubon – Friday, November 6th, 11 a.m., at the Anne Zusy Youth Center, Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood. Grades 1 – 5. Learn how plants, birds, insects and animals of New Jersey survive the winter months. Tickets are $5 for all attending.
KNEX ROBOTICS WITH EXPLORE SCIENCE – Thursday, November 5th, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood. Grades K – 5. Participants will build and bring home the ROBOT SMASH motorized robot that hops along like a primate. This interactive enrichment program encourages skill building in critical thinking; including communication, collaboration, persistence and problem solving. $40 participant fee ($50 non-residents if space allows). All materials will be included.
INCREDIFLIX ANIMATION WORKSHOP – Thursday and Friday, November 5 and 6, 1:30 to 4 p.m. each day, at The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood. Grades 2 – 6. IncrediFlix Animation Flix Workshop focus on expanding imagination and creativity with hands-on activities. Participants will learn different styles of stop-motion animation, direct, film and do voice-overs in this ultimate arts and craft camp. A new style of animation each day! Their flix production will be edited and available for download soon after camp. Participant fee is $95 which includes all materials ($105 non-residents if space allows).
Purchase of tickets for the shows or registration for the program offerings may be made either online at Community Pass, www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass or in person at The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For additional information, or if special accommodations are needed, kindly contact the Recreation office at 201-670-5560.
