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Ice cream connoisseurs know that there is nothing better than a delicious treat made at a local microcreamery. Clementine’s produces just such a thing. Their wide range of unique flavors has attracted plenty of attention in recent years, and the St. Louis-based ice cream maker now has a growing cult following.
Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Naughty & Nice Ice Cream Delights
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Sea Isle City NJ, The New Jersey State Police encourages everyone to enjoy their holiday safely. Whether you’re celebrating with family and friends at a barbecue, driving to the Jersey shore to enjoy the beach, or heading out on a boat, please be mindful that there will be increased traffic on our roadways statewide, including ours.
Continue reading NJ State Police Increase Patrols on Roads and Water Statewide for July 4th Weekend
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Ridgewood NJ, Graydon Pool opens for the season this Saturday, June 1st! Hours are 11:00 am to 7:00 pm daily through Labor Day, September 2nd. You may purchase a badge at the pool or through Community Pass. No parkway traffic, no sharks , free parking and no jelly fish .
Continue reading Graydon Pool Opens for the Season this Saturday, June 1st!
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Cape May NJ, New Jersey’s shore and lake communities are summer-season ready for visitors, Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette said today during the State of the Shore event in Asbury Park that followed his annual observation flight ahead of Memorial Day weekend. The Commissioner also encouraged visitors and residents to be mindful of the health effects of extreme heat this summer, a growing concern as climate change impacts worsen.
Continue reading NJDEP: New Jersey’s Shore and lake Communities are Summer-season Ready
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New York NY, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has suggested an innovative solution to the city’s ongoing lifeguard shortage: hiring (illegal)immigrants. “They’re excellent swimmers,” he stated during a City Hall briefing on Tuesday.
Continue reading Mayor Eric Adams Proposes Illegal Immigrants as Solution to NYC Lifeguard Shortage
As a reminder, resident adult and child badges are now on sale and are discounted 10% from now through Sunday April 30th.
photo by Boyd Loving
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Ridgewood NJ, everyone is invited to join the Graydon Pool facility as a season member for the 2024 summer season. Opening day is Saturday, June 1st.
photo courtesy of the Village of Ridgewood
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Ridgewood NJ, what a beautiful day it was for the Parks and Recreation meeting! The Village proudly welcomed District 1 of the New Jersey Parks and Recreation Association to the terrace of Graydon Pool this morning. The agenda was brimming with discussions about upcoming summer camps and pool activities.
Continue reading Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Preps for Summer Fun
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Ridgewood NJ, just a friendly heads-up: resident adult and child badges are currently up for grabs and come with a sweet 10% discount until Sunday, April 30th.
Continue reading Ridgewood Graydon Badge Discounts End May 1st
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Ridgewood NJ, Effective April 1, 2023 the Village of Ridgewood, Graydon Pool/Tennis and Pickleball Memberships/Skatepark, and Village of Ridgewood Summer Day Camp Registrations will be subject to a 3% convenience fee for all credit card transactions. Convenience fees are to be paid to the service provider by the Village of Ridgewood.
Continue reading Village of Ridgewood Early Bird Graydon Pool Memberships on Sale Now!
Owning a swimming pool is a delightful addition to any home, providing endless hours of fun and relaxation. However, it also comes with responsibilities, chief among them being pool maintenance and safety. Ensuring your pool remains in top condition requires diligence and adherence to certain protocols. Here are six practical tips to help you protect your swimming pool, keeping it clean, safe, and enjoyable for you and your loved ones.
Continue reading How to Protect Your Swimming Pool? 6 Useful Tips to Follow
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Ridgewood NJ, Graydon Pool Memberships decreased in price for residents only from August 1st through Labor Day. Residents may purchase a late season adult membership for $75 and a late season child membership for $70. Senior rates remain at $35.00 and non-resident rates remain at $325 for ages 16+ and $210 for a child.
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Ridgewood NJ, National Hot Dog Day is an annual observance celebrated in the United States on the third Wednesday of July. This year National Hot Dog Day will be on Wednesday, July 19th.
Continue reading Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Celebrates National Hot Dog Day at Graydon Pool
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Ridgewood NJ, there is still time to join Graydon Pool – Please go to the badge office at the pool to do so – Graydon Pool is open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., 7 days per week, through September 4th (Labor Day). Activities include: swimming lessons, story time on the beach, learn to be a mermaid swim class, story time with a mermaid, standup paddleboard classes, and standup paddleboard yoga workshops. Amenities include spray fountains, charcoal grills with picnic tables, shade systems, Adirondack chairs, fenced-in kiddie pool area, and the Water’s Edge Café concession.
photos courtesy of Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47
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Ridgewood NJ, on Wednesday 6/21/2023: “B” Shift members of Ridgewood Fire Department’s dive team conducting our annual summertime dive drills at Graydon Pool. These drills allow our dive team to remain comfortable with the procedures and equipment in case our services are ever needed in any body of water within the Village. Non-divers also drill on guiding the divers underwater via line tendering, assisting with and maintaining equipment, and using the Aquaeye, our underwater sonar radar. Drills are conducted annually in coordination with Graydon Pool staff and lifeguards.
photos courtesy of of U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer
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Ridgewood NJ, June 20, 2023, at Graydon Pool, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced his new Safe Swimming Strategy to help prevent drownings and protect our children and families in pools, especially during the summer months.