>RIDGEWOOD SCHOOLS MARCH IS YOUTH ART MONTH The District is honoring student artists this month with an exhibition of their work. The exhibit, on Floor 3 of the Education Center, is open to the public. An artists reception will be held on Thursday, March 10, from 6:30-8 p.m.
Silent Film – Organ Improvisation West Side Parton Series
West Side Presbyteiran Church, 6 South Monroe St., Ridgewood Thursday, March 11th at 7:30PM. Dr. John Schwandt, nationally acclaimed organist and performer, will provide organ improvisation to the charlie Chaplin film, The Gold Rush, using period tunes to underscore the characters and actions of the movie. This movie was Chaplin’s personal favorite film which showcases the classic “Tramp” character as a romantic idealist and gold prospector. Admission is free
Dad’s Night Friday, March 11 – 7pm & Saturday, March 12 – 4pm
DAD’S NIGHT is here again . .. 67 years strong, this timeless tradition boasts 230+ dads who will don costumes, build sets, and deliver lines to the endless delight of their children! Sponsors in the Dad’s Night Ad Journal and money collected during intermission will solely benefit Hawes & Somerville Elementary Schools – and the kids! Last year, approximately $40,000 was raised, and the funds paid for Smartboards, an interactive Science Day, Robotics Club, and new playground equipment additions. Show Dates: Friday, March 11 at 7 PM; Saturday, March 12 at 4 PM Location: Ben Franklin Middle School, 335 North Van Dien Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ Cost: $0 – Donation Bucket Passed at Intermission
West Side Concert Series Organ Concert
Sunday, March 13 at 4PM; West Side Presbyterian Church, 6 S. Monroe St., Ridgewood. Dr. John Schwandt, Associate Professor of Organ at University of Oklahoma will perform works by Bach, Widor, Dupre, and Ireland. Tickets: 201/652-1966 or www.westside.org
Fish and Chips Dinner All Are Welcome!
TASTEFULLY BRITISH CATERS FISH & CHIPS AT CHRIST CHURCH RIDGEWOOD Christ Episcopal Church, Ridgewood to hold Fish and Chips dinner on Wednesday, March 16. Tastefully British will cater this evening fabulous fish fry. We invite you to join us for dinner from 5pm – 7 pm in our Great Hall. There will be yummy, homemade desserts and beverages will be provided. Cost is $13 per person and two young children may share one dinner. Tickets must be purchased in advance. And take out is available, again with a pre-purchased ticket. Tickets may be obtained weekdays at the church office. Please call 201.652.2350. Christ Church is located on the corner of Franklin Avenue and Cottage Place. If you are using a GPS, you may enter 105 Cottage Place, Ridgewood as your destination. Go to our website: www.christchurchridgewood.org for more information.
Annual St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance
Saturday, March 19th, 7:00 p.m. Mount Carmel gymnasium,52 Passaic Street.The Village Caterer will be providing traditional Irish fare of corned beef and cabbage. Renowned New York City musicians Bob and Norm will be playing Irish classics and great dance music. There will also be a special appearance by the Irish Step Dancers. “This is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year, and it is a great opportunity for friends and neighbors to get together for a night of fun”, said Doug Findlay, organizer of the event. Tickets are $45 each.Payment can be mailed to:Doug Findlay 211 Circle Ave.Ridgewood, NJ 07450,(201) 670-9514
