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Novel by North Jersey teacher from Bangladesh critiques coerced marriage, wins award
PATERSON — Not many people get to see themselves on a digital billboard in Times Square. But Rumki Chowdhury of Paterson — a local school teacher — experienced that last month, after her novel “Secrets in the Wind” won an NYC Big Books award. “Here!”...
Urban Center Restaurant in Hartsdale (4 corners) getting great reviews from residents!
We welcome this new restaurant to Hartsdale and Greenburgh. We should support local businesses!. There is a new restaurant in town that is getting great reviews from constituents who have encouraged me to highlight Urban Central Restaurant & Bar which is located at the four corners in Hartsdale -10 N Central Ave- Hartsdale, NY 10530 (near East Hartsdale Ave/Central Ave. 914-829-5774 www.urbancentralhartsdale.com.
Special "Yappy Hour" Memorialized Fair Lawn Resident, Glen Rock Dog Park Regular
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Glen Rock Dog Park recently held a special "Yappy Hour" event, organized by board member Alison Sandler, to honor the memory of the late Steve Liss, a cherished member of the park's community. Steve, known as the "Mayor of the Dog Park," played an instrumental role in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, both for dogs and their owners.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Steve Liss, who tragically passed away recently, was remembered fondly by dozens of attendees, including his friends, family, and fellow dog park enthusiasts. Steve's wife, Janine,...
Fishing for Fun at Annual Derby (Photos)
Over two hundred anglers dotted the walls of the pond at Edgemont Park for the town’s annual Fishing Derby sponsored by the Montclair’s Police Athletic League. Montclair police captain Tyrone Williams Jr., the event’s coordinator, said the fishing derby started about 15 years ago at Yantecaw Brook Park. “We outgrew that space and moved to Edgemont. And from the looks of things we are outgrowing Edgemont.”
Story Walk Returns to Ridgewood for Reading of “Keep Your Ear on the Ball”
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to present a Story Walk® of “Keep Your Ear on the Ball” by author Genevieve Petrillo a retired elementary school teacher from Belleville, New Jersey. A Story Walk® is a live reading of a children’s book combined with a walking route through nature, and is entirely free of charge. It will be hosted in a local park located at 259 N. Maple Avenue, and will include a playground and restrooms. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER This is an outdoor event, so dress accordingly. For more information, please contact the Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Department at 201- 670-5560, www.ridgewoodnj.net or visit the office at 259 N. Maple Avenue. Read more Arts & Entertainment news from around Ridgewood here: Ridgewood Public Library to Host Workshop Exploring the Future of Artificial Intelligence on Thursday, July 18 Local Ridgewood Artists Showcase Their Talent at Art Institute's 2024 Members' Invitational Summer Show Ridgewood Guild's Barbie Screening Draws Pink-Clad Crowds to Van Neste Square Memorial Park For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Rocks Rock: Ridgewood Parks & Recreation Offering "Rock On" Geology Summer Camp for Kids
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Is your child interested in rock? Sorry, not rock — rocks? If so, Ridgewood Parks & Recreation might have the summer camp for you. At the week-long "Rock On" camp, children ages 6 to 10 can learn about plate tectonics, volcanology, earthquakes, types of rock, glaciation, identifying local rocks, mining and mineral exploration, gems and minerals. The camp will run from Aug. 5 to Aug. 9 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at The Stable on 259 N. Maple Ave. Each child will receive a basic illustrated reference book geared to their ages for further study after the Camp ends. It will cost $275 for Ridgewood residents and $290 for non-residents. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Register Online here. For more information, contact the Ridgewood Parks & Recreation department at 201-670-5560 or via email at recreation@ridgewoodnj.net. Read more Arts & Entertainment news from around Ridgewood here: Story Walk Returns to Ridgewood for Reading of “Keep Your Ear on the Ball” Ridgewood Public Library to Host Workshop Exploring the Future of Artificial Intelligence on Thursday, July 18 Local Ridgewood Artists Showcase Their Talent at Art Institute's 2024 Members' Invitational Summer Show For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Sleepy Coffee, Too Finally Opens their Doors
If the line to get into Sleepy Coffee, Too’s April grand opening serves as any indication of the caffeine void the shop will fill on Sleepy Hollow’s Beekman Avenue, their baristas are going to be very busy this year. An actual red carpet lined the street as people eager for a peek at the handsomely outfitted space and its offerings queued down the block patiently, waiting for a chance to finally step inside. But patience is a virtue founder Kim Kaczmarek knows well. When she first ventured several years ago to expand on Sleepy Coffee (the program run by Sleepy Hollow high schoolers with disabilities that Kaczmarek set up in her past life as a special education teacher), renovating the space from scratch became quite the undertaking.
GLAMPING- Summer 2024 Makeup Camp Grades 5-8
This class is from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM every day Monday-Friday. Dress to impress every day as we'll be discussing the latest fashion trends, how to elevate and polish your look, dressing for success in school, proper hygiene, and great skincare, good etiquette, embracing your uniqueness, and, of course, every day a new makeup look. You will learn about products, tools, and techniques used to create gorgeous makeup looks!CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER And yes, there will be homework assignments like cleaning your room, organizing your closet, clothes, shoes, and accessories, as...
Six Sleepy Hollow High Students Excel in Photo Contest
Six Sleepy Hollow High School students finished in the Top 100 at the 2024 American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) Summer Meeting earlier this month in Boston, Massachusetts. At that same event, held from July 6-10 at The Westin Boston Waterfront, high school physics teacher Leila Madani was an invited...
GLEN ISLAND SAND ART COMPETITION RETURNS, SATURDAY, AUGUST 3
(New Rochelle, NY) – Get your thinking caps on, assemble your team, and dust off your pails and shovels and register for the Glen Island Sand Art Competition, which takes place, Saturday, Aug. 3 at 11 a.m.!. Teams should be comprised of at least two participants, with a maximum...
Nutley Farmers Market Sunday July 21, 2024
Nutley Farmers Market, Sunday, July 21 9am-2pm (507 Franklin Avenue, Nutley) It's another fantastic week of Jersey Fresh summer produce, tasty food, cold beverages, flowers, and handmade goods! And now that temperatures are in the "cool" mid-80s , that much better to enjoy your visit to the Market.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Also keeping it cool is musical guest Andrea Gavidia! Gardeners, wondering how to spot the spotted lantern fly, how to keep your garden's soil healthy, or how much water is too much? Rutgers Master Gardeners of Essex County will...
Westchester rocks: Catch a Taylor Swift tribute, Ladysmith Black Mambazo and more
You don’t have to hightail it out of Westchester to catch a great summer concert. Joe Bonamassa will scorch through bluesy guitar solos for two August nights at Port Chester’s Capitol Theatre. ...
Summer Performance of "Anastasia" Coming Next Weekend
PARAMUS, NJ - A local theatre is featuring "Anastasia" next weekend, which includes an ensemble cast led by Ariela Pizza-Hindley as Anastasia, alongside Aidan Briggs and Maxwell Swangel. The production of "Anastasia" is set for July 26th and 27th at the Ciccone Theatre on the Bergen County College campus. This drama, directed by Ariela Pizza-Hindley, "promises to transport viewers through an unforgettable journey of love, loss, and discovery," according to organizers. Inspired by the beloved animated film and based on historical events, "Anastasia" follows the journey of a young amnesiac orphan named Anya. With the help of two con men, she sets out to discover her true identity as the lost Russian Grand Duchess. As they travel from Russia to Paris, they encounter numerous obstacles, including the malevolent sorcerer Rasputin. Ultimately, Anya uncovers her royal lineage and finds love and a sense of belonging. Event Details: ● Dates: July 26th and 27th, 2024 ● Time: 7/26, 7pm 7/27, 2pm & 7pm Venue: Ciccone Theatre, ● Pitkin Education Center, 400 Paramus Rd, Paramus, NJ 07652 ● Tickets: Available at https://sceneworks.booktix.com/ For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Weekly Rec: Flash Sketch Mob Reveal, Readings at River Hook, Silent Film with Live Music From the Alexandres, Music on the Hudson, Demme Honors Dawson, Summer of Soul Sunday in Nyack
Flash Sketch Mob Reveal and Hopper B’Day Concert with Night Hawk. Busy weekend at the Edward Hopper Museum and Study Center. Two weekends of plein air art making, walking tours and workshops and bike ride from the Whitney Museum ends on Sunday at 3:00pm in the garden with the reveal of the art of the Flash Sketch Mob. Thanks to all who participated and we will see you next year!
NOW and Then: A Life Fighting for Women’s Rights
Not many people publish their first book at age 96, but Muriel Fox has spent a lifetime working against outdated expectations, and she’s not stopping now. Her book, The Women’s Revolution: How We Changed Your Life, was released on June 18, and shortly beforehand the Westchester County Board of Legislators declared June 24 to be Muriel Fox Day, “thanking her for her crucial role in helping women gain equal rights so they could have the same opportunities as men.”
One Day Only: Romeo and Juliet at Nutley Little Theatre
Two households both alike in dignity, in fair Verona, where we lay our scene, from ancient grudge break to new mutiny, a pair of star-crossed lovers...[spoiler deleted!] It's ROMEO & JULIET directed by Beatriz Esteban-Messina with Amanda Castro-Conroy, Laura DiCerto, John Fraissinet, Anne Hennessy, Allyssa Hynes, Jessica Jones, David Leegrand, Miranda Madrazo, Gabe Michelson, Josephine Perez, Romana Schaeffer, and Tara Spinelli! Sunday, August 11, 2pm, Nutley Little Theatre, 47 Erie Place, Nutley, NJ - Donations Welcome at the Door Brought to you by Teaneck New Theatre! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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