Community Calendar
AT THE LIBRARIES
JOHNSON LIBRARY
GALLERY AND CASES: East Jersey Trout Unlimited for fly fishing, conservation, healing waters and casting for recovery.
ICAL ART EXHIBIT through July 27 for Latin American Cultural Expression.
CHAIR YOGA June 6, 13, 20, 27 at 3 p.m. A gentle yoga class for adults of any age and ability.
AN IPAD A DAY KEEPS THE BOREDOM AWAY June 20, 7 – 8:30 p.m. for complete iPad beginner lessons. Free program.
BASIC POINT AND SHOOT DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY June 4 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. with Betsy Coyne. Pre-registration required.
CHAIR YOGA June 6, 13, 20, 27 at 3 p.m. for a gentle yoga class for adults. Presented by Felise Berman of Shiva Shanti Yoga. Free and everyone is invited. Pre-registration required.
TECHNOLOGY PETTING ZOO June 15 at 1 p.m. iPads and other mobile devices on loan from New Jersey State Library for 60 days. Library staff will be on hand to demonstrate their use and answer questions.
BIRDS OF BERGEN COUNTY June 27 at 7 p.m. with Don Torino. Pre-registration required.
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP June 15 at 10 a.m. at Java’s Brewin’. The book will be An Available Man by Hilma Wolitzer. Call 201-343-4781.
JUST THE FACTS: A NON-FICTION ONLY BOOK CLUB held June 29 at 11 a.m. at Java’s Brewin’. The book will be Wild by Cheryl Strayed. To register call Kathy at 201-343-4169 ext. 22.
TEEN BOOKS FOR ADULT READERS 2 p.m. July 6 will be Graceling by Kristin Cashore. Aug. 3, If I Stay by Gayle Forman.
INSPECT YOUR GADGET Every Thursday morning from 11 – 12 p.m. for smart phones, tablets, nooks, kindle and more. Bring the device and the manual and they will help you use it more efficiently. Hackensack residents only.
FRIDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES June 14 at 2 p.m. Call the library for film information.
WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO LOSE Wednesday from 10 – 11 a.m. To lose weight and get healthier with Nancy Ellson, RN.
SUMMER READING PARTY June 11 from 3:15 – 4:30 p.m. All young adults are invited to sign up for our reading program. This year’s programs include Zombie Prom, Bowling Trip, Minute to Win it Games, Movie Themed Scavenger Hunt, Hyperactive Trivia, Murder Mystery Party, Survivor and more. Submit your reading log by Aug. 15 to be eligible for the prizes including a Kindle Fire HD 7-inch tablet.
PRESCHOOL STORYHOURS For ages 3 and up on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10 a.m. Pre-registration required.
MOTHER GOOSE TIME for children under 3 on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 11:15 a.m. Pre-registration required.
COMPUTER ASSISTANCE and tutoring with one of the librarians. Hackensack residents only. Call 201-343-4169 ext. 22.
SATURDAY MOVIES June 8, 15, 22, 29 at 2 p.m. Call the library for details.
LEARN ENGLISH OR SPANISH USING ROSETTA STONE for Hackensack residents only. Ages 14 and up. By appointment only. Call 201-343-4169 ext. 34 or e-mail.
COMPUTER AND ESL WORKSHOP at 10 a.m. Learn beginning computer skills and English as well.
ESL AND ENGLISH CONVERSATION waiting list names now being taken for upcoming class for Hackensack residents only.
FREEGAL, FREADING AND VIDEO GAMES offers free music, free new e-books and video games available from the Hackensack.bccls.org Web site. Also borrow a Kindle. Contact Catherine Folk-Pushee for complete information. Borrow a Kindle offered to Hackensack members.
Library Board Meeting Dates 2013 June 11, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10. Meetings will take place at 274 Main St. at 4 p.m.
Library Hours: Adult: Monday – Thursday from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Junior Department: Monday – Tuesday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Wednesday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Registration is required for all special programs. Facebook.com/JohnsonPublicLibrary. Call 201-343-4169 ext. 14 or visit Hackensack.bccls.org.
MAYWOOD LIBRARY
AUTHOR TALK on Wednesday, June 12 at 7 p.m. join local authors Mona Rodriguez, Forty Years in a Day, A.J. Colucci, The Colony, and Jeanne Buesser, He Talks Funny, for a talk about their experiences writing in three different genres: historical fiction, thriller and non-fiction.
SUNDAY MOVIES at 2 p.m. for Presented by the Maywood Recreation Department. All are welcome.
GIFT A BOOK FUNDRAISER dedicate and donate a Children’s/Young Adult book or books. All books are $5. Each patron is encouraged to write a dedication page that will be included in the book.
FAX 24 Public Service Fax Machine is located in the lobby and accepts debit and check cards: Visa, Master Card, Amex and Discover. $1.50/first page, $1/each additional to USA, Canada and Caribbean. International rates: $4.95/first page, $3.45/additional pages.
iPADS available for checkout to Maywood residents with valid library card.
YOGA SATURDAYS Free one-hour beginner classes for ages 16 and older on Saturdays and on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at 10:30 a.m. Must be 16 and up. Registration required.
EVENING SCRAPBOOK CLUB meets for the basics of scrapbooking from 6 – 7 p.m. with Stephanie Rogers, to create our own scrapbook. Register at the front desk.
AFTERNOON SCRAPBOOK CLUB meets for the basics of scrapbooking at noon on with Stephanie Rogers to create our own scrapbook. Register at the front desk.
DROP-IN SCRAPBOOKING DAY on the second Sunday of each month from 2 – 4 p.m. Bring your own pictures and supplies; the library has scissors and paper.
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS career support group on Thursdays at 1 p.m. Also available are computer training classes and job readiness workshops. COMPUTER TRAINING AND MS SUITE CLASSES. Call to register and for dates and information.
ADULT BOOK CLUB second Friday of the month at 11 a.m. Book title, schedule and registration available at the front desk. Book club is led by Louise Feulner.
CIRCLE TIME on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays from 2 – 2:45 p.m. for toddlers through 6 years old with parents or caregivers.
BILINGUAL STORY TIME on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. The library is looking for parents to read picture books aloud in their native language. Call Jenna at the library if interested.
VAST FOREIGN COLLECTION to accommodate the 38 percent of residents in Bergen County who speak a language other than English. Come visit the library and explore the books and DVDs on hand and to request additional language books ask a staff member at the library.
YOUNG ADULT EXHIBITORS WANTED to display art work. All art is welcome. Contact Jenna at 201-845-215.
MAYWOOD LOCAL HISTORY ROOM by appointment only; for group tours call Carol Dass at 201-845-8830 or visit maywoodhistory.com.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Sunday from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Call 201-845-2915.
PARAMUS LIBRARY
ACTIVITIES open to Paramus residents only. Registration required unless otherwise noted.
BooksNJ 2013 will be set up on the grounds of the library on June 9 from 1 – 5 p.m. rain or shine. Join us for an afternoon of about 100 authors. They will read to the children, discuss their books and share what they know about writing and publishing. Panels, poetry readings, face painting, crafts and storytelling for the kids. Something for all ages.
ZUMBA UNDER THE STARS June 12 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. with Claudia of Gold’s Gym at the Paramus band shell. Free and open to the public.
FILM SCREENING June 10 at 1 p.m. The film will be “Cloud Atlas.” Free and open to the public with first come seating.
STORYTIMES: for Paramus residents at Main Branch: Little Bookworms for birth -18 months with caregiver Tuesdays at 10 -10:45 a.m. Teeny Time for ages 18 – 30 months with caregiver, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:45 a.m. Tell Me a Story for ages 2.5 – 3.5 with caregiver on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Picture Book Parade for ages 3.5 – 5 on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 1:15. Reid Branch: Tell Me a Story for ages 2 – 3.5 with caregiver on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Picture Book Parade for ages 3.5 – 5 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at four different times. Registration required on all.
STORYTIME AT REID Tell Me a Story for ages 2 – 3 with caregiver on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Picture Book Parade for ages 3 – 5 on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. and Wednesdays and Friday at 10:30 a.m.
ESL Intermediate Classes Open to All Bergen County Residents offered Mondays and Thursdays from 7:30 – 9 p.m. starting. Free with Paramus residents having priority. Registration required. Call 201-599-1305.
Main Library at 116 E. Century Rd. Monday – Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. – Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 – 5 p.m. The Reid Branch at 239 W. Midland Ave. Monday – 1 – 9 p.m. Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Call 201-599-1300 or visit paramuslibrary.org.
AT THE RIVERKEEPER
ECO-CRUISES, PADDLING CENTER AND RIVER CLEANUPS Open Eco-Cruises from now – Oct. 13. $25/adults, $10/kids 4 – 12. Paddling Center open weekends now – Oct. 28. Canoe and Kayak rentals ($25 per paddler w/a two paddler minimum for Guided Paddles. Full Moon paddles $30/per paddler, $15/paddlers with their own boats. Private Group paddles also available. River Cleanups from now – Oct. 20. Bird walks, indoor presentations also available. Visit hackensackriverkeeper.org.
For information, call 201-968-0808/eco-cruises and 201-920-4746/Paddle Center or visit hackensackriverkeeper.org.
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Every Other Sunday ORADELL
Open-Mic Night: Poetry and Live Acoustic Music presented by Cool Beans Café, 304 Kinderkamack Rd. from 7 – closing. Sign up at 7 p.m. House PA and piano available. After-hours jam session TBA. $3/cover. Call 201-634-1400.
June 6 PARAMUS
21st Annual Young Playwrights Festival held at Bergen Community College in the Ciccone Theatre at 8 p.m. Four plays will be presented. Call 201-447-7143 or visit Bergen.edu.
June 8, 9, 15, 16 HACKENSACK
Cahoots presented by The Company at the Hackensack Cultural Arts Center, 39 Broadway. Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. Sundays at 3 p.m. Call 201-646-8042.
June 8 TEANECK
BabEl presented by Jazz Saxophonist Uri Gurvich and Quartet at the Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, at 8 p.m. $10. Call 201-836-3499 or visit puffinculturalforum.org.
June 10 – 11 FAIR LAWN
Tommy auditions held by the Old Library Theatre at the Fair Lawn Recreation Center, 10-140 20th St. from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. For information visit oldlibrarytheatre.net or call 201-797-3553.
June 13 HASBROUCK HEIGHTS
A Comedy Night for Steven Monahan presented by the Friends of Steven Monahan at Bananas Comedy Club, Holiday Inn, 283 Route 17 South at 5:30 p.m. with Showtime at 7 p.m. $30. Light fare available for purchase, cash bar. E-mail cbaviello@comcast.net.
June 21 TEANECK
Classical Pianist Fred Moyer to perform early 1900s music at the Puffin Cultural Forum, 20 Puffin Way, at 8 p.m. $10. Reservations recommended. Call 201-836-3499 or visit puffinculturalforum.org.
June 28 – 30 LEONIA
12th Annual Playwrights Showcase The performances will be held at the Civil War Theater, 130 Grand Ave., from June 28 – 30. Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 3 p.m. Visit pgltheatergroup@gmail.com.
BUSINESS AND NETWORKING
Every Thursday HACKENSACK
Hackensack Rotary Club meets at Rudy’s, 107 Anderson St. Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. Focus on community service and information through weekly programs. Visit hackensackrotary.org. Contact Amanda Missey, membership chairwoman, at 201-281-8587 or amissey@bergenvolutneers.org.
Every Thursday MAYWOOD
Maywood Rotary Club meets at Maywood Inn for lunch on Thursdays. June 7, Feed the Hungry at HHMC, 120 River St., Hackensack. Deliver stew by 3 p.m. Servers at 3:30 p.m. Sept. 18, MRC/Len Rubin’s 59th Annual Golf Outing at Spook Rock Country Club, Ramapo, N.Y. Sept. 26-27, Zerbini’s Family Circus. Call 201-843-8763.
HACKENSACK
Business Volunteer Council Events Fifth Fridays at Stony Hill Inn: Nov. 22. $35. Night at the Races, July 19 at Meadowlands Racetrack from 6 – 10 p.m. Bergen County Golf Classic, July 29 at Ridgewood Country Club. Bergen Bike Tour at Darlington Park, September. $35/registration fee. For information on all events call 201-489-9454 or visit bergenvolunteers.org or nnjbvc.org.
HACKENSACK
Regional Chamber of Commerce June 6, Casino Night with the Community Resource Council. June 9, Boys and Girls Club Pancake Breakfast, 170 B Sussex St. $5/person. Call 973-473-7410 ext. 103. Sept. 18, Golf Outing. Sept. 29, Chamber Gala at Stony Hill Inn honoring Sr. Emily of Holy Trinity Church and Larry Inserra Jr. of Inserra Supermarkets. . Call 201-880-1898. 201-489-3700 or visit hackensackchamber.org.
PARAMUS
Chamber of Commerce Events. June 23, inaugural Paramus Triathlon, with 300m swim at Paramus Municipal Pool, 14-mile bike ride and 5K run. Volunteers needed. Call 201-639-4890.Call 201-261-3344 or visit paramuschamber.com.
MAHWAH
Mahwah Regional Chamber Events 201-529-5566 or visit Mahwah.com.
MEADOWLANDS
Meadowlands Regional Chamber June 9, Meadowlands Heart Walk. June 16, Small Business Council month open meeting. June 18, After Hours Networking at the Courtyard Lyndhurst Meadowlands. June 17, Golf outing. July 17, Disaster Preparedness. Visit meadowlands.org.
June 18 HACKENSACK
25th Annual Luncheon presented by the Foundation for Free Enterprise honoring Joseph Simunovich at Stony Hill Inn from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. $185. Call 201-368-2100 or visit fffe.org
CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN
Mondays HACKENSACK
Citizenship Classes at Johnson Library from 10 – 11 a.m. Call 201-343-4169 ext. 21.
HACKENSACK
Internet Classes offered by the Johnson Public Library. Hackensack residents only. Call for details. 201-343-4781.
Saturdays TEANECK
Salsa Aerobic Dance Classes with dancer/choreographer Donay at ClubFit, 444 Cedar Lane, from noon – 1 p.m. For men and women, no partners required. $10/person. Call 201-894-0138.
Fourth Sunday MAYWOOD
Square Dancing presented by Maywood Recreation and FAD (Fun at Dancing) held at the Maywood Senior Recreation Center from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Free. Children first grade and older may attend with an adult. Call Jim at 201-712-1853 squaredance2@yahoo.com.
Aug. 5 HACKENSACK
Training for Clown Volunteers presented by Call Us Clowns who visit hospitals, nursing homes, libraries, senior and day care centers and more. Eight-week course meeting once a week on Mondays from 1 – 4 p.m. through October. Course/$100. Course includes: classes/materials, start-up makeup kit and Call Us Clowns membership dues through Oct. 31, 2013. Call 201-805-2567 or visit callusclowns.org.
LECTURES AND INFORMATION
July 13 PARAMUS
Jim Hopkinson Salary Tutor held at Bergen Community College and sponsored by the Women’s Institute at Bergen Community College at the Moses Center. Registration at 8 a.m. Presentation at 8:30 a.m. Book signing to follow. Visit meadowlands.org.
July 17 PARAMUS
2013 Disaster Preparedness Conference held at Bergen Community College and sponsored by the Meadowlands Regional Chamber of Commerce. Visit meadowlands.org.
ORGANIZATIONS
Wednesdays BERGENFIELD
The Widow & Widowers Club of Northern Valley invites singles for dancing, refreshments and live music at the VFW Hall, 321 S. Washington Ave., from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month. Also for fifth Wednesday if applicable. All other Wednesdays for widowed only. Newcomers are welcome. Call 973-772-9078.
Second Monday HACKENSACK
Hackensack African-American Civic Organization meets the second Monday at the Elks Lodge on the corner or First and Berry streets. Visit haaca.org.
Second Thursday ROCHELLE PARK
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 170 of Rochelle Park meeting at 8 p.m. every second Thursday of the month at 33 W. Passaic St. Women who are wives, mothers, daughters and sisters of veterans are welcome to join. Call 201-587-9655.
Third Sunday ROCHELLE PARK
Pancake Breakfast Sponsored by the American Legion Post 170, 33 W. Passaic St. $4/adults, under 10/free. Held from 8 – 11:30. Call 201-843-9683 or visit alpost170.us.
MAYWOOD
Electronic Bingo in addition to paper bingo and pull tabs for instant wins at Our Lady Queen Of Peace, 400 Maywood Ave. Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. doors open at 5:30 p.m. Breaks for smokers. Coffee, soda, food and snacks are sold. 201-845-9566.
June 6 HACKENSACK
Casino Night presented by the Community Resource Council at CareOne at Wellington at 5:30 p.m. Tricky Tray. Must be 21 or older. $45. Call 201-343-4900.
June 6 WOOD-RIDGE
5th Annual Fashion Show Fundraiser presented by the Paramus Sunrise Rotary Club held at the Fiesta, Route 17 at 6:30 p.m. Benefits the Gift of Life Child Scholarship and local charities. Tricky Tray and 50/50. Call 551-206-7568 or 201-445-0893.
June 8 HACKENSACK
Garage Sale presented by Highway Holiness Church at 249 Standish Ave. from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Clothes, toys, jewelry, furniture and more. 973-739-5762.
June 10 TENAFLY
42nd Brother Martin P. Burns Memorial Golf Classic presented by Bergen Catholic High School at Knickerbocker Country Club. Shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Call 201-634-4142.
June 13 CLIFTON
BCC Golf Classic held at Upper Montclair Country Club with registration and breakfast at 9:30 a.m. Shotgun start at 11 a.m. and reception and awards at 4 p.m. $500/golfer, $125/Grand Reception and Awards. Call 201-447-7117.
June 13 GARFIELD
President’s Scholarship Reception presented by Felician College at the Venetian from 6 – 9:30 p.m. Honoring James Kinkos. $250. Sponsorships available. Call 201-355-1427 or visit felician.edu.
June 14 WESTWOOD
Bergen Rockland National Railway Historical Society meeting held at 8 p.m. at the Westwood Woman’s Club, 205 Kinderkamack Rd. Call 201-768-7406.
June 15 LODI
Sicilian Night presented by the Boys and Girls Club of Lodi/Hackensack at 460 Passaic Ave. at 6 p.m. Donation $45/person with live music, authentic Sicilian and Italian cuisine, prizes and raffles. Call 973-473-7410 ext. 113.
June 16 ROCKLEIGH
3rd Annual Wheels for Meals presented by JFS Ride to Fight Hunger from 8 a.m. – noon. Rides of 50, 25, 10 and three miles and a 5K walk. All rides and walks will start and end at the Jewish Home in Rockleigh. Registration at 7 a.m. All proceeds will go to the Kosher Meals on Wheels program, food pantry and emergency aid. Visit jfsbergen.org or call 201-837-9090.
June 20 HACKENSACK
Project Literacy 25th Annual Award ceremony held at the Hackensack University Medical Center Hekemian Conference Center with reception at 5:30 p.m. and awards at 6 p.m. Call 201-489-7066.
June 22 MAYWOOD
Summer of Love Family Barbecue presented by the Maywood American Legion Ladies Auxiliary 142 at 135 Passaic St. at 1 pm. $25/adults, $15children 12 – 17. Deadline June 14. Tickets will not be sold the day of the event. Good food, live entertainment, games and fun. Appearing live, “Broken Angel.” Call 201-845-8226.
June 26 RIVER VALE
Hackensack Schoolmasters’ 19th Annual Golf Outing held at Rive Vale Country Club and with awards and luncheon The Estate at Florentine Gardens. $150/golfer. $55/dinner only. Registration and continental breakfast at 6:30. P.m. Shot gun start at 8 a.m. and buffet dinner at 1 p.m. Mail checks to: Jim Levitzke, c/o Hackensack High school, First and Beech Streets, Hackensack, NJ 07601.
June 29 ENGLEWOOD
The Mattie Gordon Gigantic Flea Market at Galilee United Methodist Church from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Vendor tables are $30. Call 201-567-0009.
July 15 LINCOLN
Golf Outing presented by the Rochelle Park SAL 170 and Saddle Brook Men’s Auxiliary Post 3484 held at the Meadows Golf Club. $125/golfer, $40/dinner only. Please contact Joe Connors at 201-674-3856 or Ken Stapleton at 201-674-4543 or pick up a sign up sheet at Post 170 in Rochelle Park or Post 3483 in Saddle Brook.
RECREATION AND CAMPS
Tuesdays MAYWOOD
Mah Jongg for new or experienced players offered by Maywood Recreation at the Maywood Recreation Center on Tuesdays form 1 – 3 p.m. Call 201-845-2900 ext.
June 12, 15 HACKENSACK
Open Houses at the YMCA for Summer Camps with Day Camp Kahagon for grades k – 1. Day Camp Oratam for grades 2 – 3. Teen Ventures Day Camp grades 8 – 9. Michikamau Sleep-Away Camp grades 3 – 10. Councilor in Training Camp ages 16 or entering 11th grade. Harriman State Park. Sessions stating in June through Aug. 16. Call for your camp brochure at 201-487-6600 or visit ymcagbc.org.
June 27 – July 25 HACKENSACK
Hackensack Jr. Flag Football for girls and boys with registration until July 2 at Hackensack Recreation Department, 116 Holt St. Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Cash, checks and money orders only. Make checks payable to Hackensack Jr. Football. Held at Staib Park. Practices Tuesday and Friday from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Call 201-646-8042.
June 27 – Aug. 23 MAYWOOD
Maywood Recreation Summer Program for grades K – 6 starts Thursday, June 27- Friday, Aug. 23. Regular hours are from 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. with extended hours from 3:15 p.m. – 6 p.m. The program cost is $675 per child for residents and $850 for non-residents for the entire program. Weekly rate is $90 for residents and $100 for non-residents. Aftercare is provided at an additional cost of $75 per week for residents and $100 for non-residents. Payment is due in full before the start of the program. After-care must be paid for in advance. Any questions contact Lisa Schieli via e-mail maywoodrecreation@gmail.com.
July 2 – Aug. 22 MAYWOOD
2013 Half Day Pre-K/Kindergarten Summer Program presented by the Maywood Recreation Department. Cost $300/residents, $350/non-residents. Includes themes such as dinosaurs, pirates, little chefs, butterflies and more. Certified teacher on staff and three counselors. Trips to Van Saun Park plus music, reading, field day and special treats. Call 201-845-2900 ext. 208 or visit maywoodrecreation@gmail.com..
July 8 – 26 ORADELL
“Best Kids in Town” Theatre Workshop presented by Bergen Catholic High School Fine Arts Department at 1040 Oradell Ave. for all students in grades 6 – 9. Students will receive instruction in vocal technique, speech and diction, basic choreography and stage presence. Final registration date is June 21.Students will also have the opportunity to attend a Broadway matinee, with lunch and transportation included. Call 201-220-2343 or visit bergencatholic.org.
June – August RUTHERFORD
Summer camp presented by the Meadowlands Area YMCA for Kiddie Kamp ages 3 – 5. Youth Summer camp for ages 5 – 11 and Teen Travel Camp for ages 11 – 15. Specialty camps include Musical Theatre Camp and Science Discovery Camp. Brochures available at YMCAinfo.org/camp.
July – August HACKENSACK
Free Summer Dance Camps presented by the Center for Dance Education, 84 Euclid Ave. July 29 – Aug. 9, Summer Stars for Girls. Aug. 12 – 23, Summer Stars for Boys. July 29 – Aug. 22, Summer Moves for Teens. Call 201-342-2989 or visit cmde.org.
SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOOLS
HACKENSACK
YMCA Happy Day Childcare Center has spring openings for ages 2.5 – 5 from Monday – Friday from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. $725/month. Call 201-487-6600 ext. 211 or visit ymcagbc.org.
MAYWOOD
Government Day in Maywood The Maywood Recreation Department is sponsoring a program where high school students are selected to act as members of local government for a day. This is a unique opportunity for high school students to learn firsthand the operations of municipal government. All applicants must be Maywood residents. Applications are available for pick up at the Maywood Recreation Department, 15 Park Ave. and must be returned by June 15. If you require any additional information, contact Lisa Schieli at maywoodrecreation@gmail.com or 201-845-2900 ext. 208.
SENIORS
MAYWOOD
The Golden Age Club of Maywood meets the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at the Maywood Senior/Recreation Center, Duvier Place, at 1 p.m. New members welcome, must be a Maywood resident aged 55 or older. Dues are now payable, $20. Call 201-845-9215.
MAYWOOD
Senior Citizens Club of Maywood meets every first and third Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. (first meeting is business and second is social) at the Maywood Senior/Recreation Center on Duvier Place. For membership information, call 201-843-1061. For trip information call 201-843-1061.
Second Thursday PARAMUS
Paramus AARP Chapter 3834 has opened its membership to new members. The Paramus area covers the surrounding towns of Paramus. Meeting at the Cipolla Senior Center at 97 Farview Ave. held 10 months of the year. Call Lou at 201-261-2068.
Third Thursday HACKENSACK
St. Francis Socialites meets every third Thursday at 7 p.m. at St. Francis Church Hall, 50 Lodi St. New members welcome. Call 201-342-5785.
Second and Fourth Wednesdays PARAMUS
Joseph Cipolla Paramus Senior No. 1 Club located at 93 Farview Ave. Meetings at noon. Strictly a social agenda: cards, trips entertaining programs, fun meetings and informative speakers. Call Jim at 201-845-9310.
First and Third Thursday PARAMUS
Senior Pioneers of Paramus welcomes new members at the Cipolla Senior Center, 93 N. Farview Ave. at 1 p.m. Various activities including chess, cards, pool, bocce ball, bus trips and speakers on topics pertaining to seniors, as well as entertainment. Call Mary at 201-265-7195 for an application.
ROCHELLE PARK
Rochelle Park Senior Citizens meet on the second and fourth Thursdays at the Senior Center at the municipal complex at 151 W. Passaic Street at 1 p.m. All seniors 55 and older are welcome to join. Dues $15/year. For information, call Judy at 201-845-8688. For trips call Mitzi at 201-843-9243.
SOUTH HACKENSACK
The Senior Citizens meet the first Thursday of the month, at 1 p.m. Bingo on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. 201-440-9032.
Second Friday HACKENSACK
AARP Chapter 418 Meeting at 12:30 p.m. at the Hackensack Recreation Center, 116 Holt St. For information call 201-489-2585.
HACKENSACK
Americas Unidas Multicultural Senior Center activities at 101 Hudson St. Center open Monday Through Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Hot lunch served daily at noon Monday – Friday. Mondays and Wednesdays, Muscle Training at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Belly Dancing at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Arthritis Exercise at 9:30 a.m. These classes are free of charge. 201-336-3320.
Wednesdays MAYWOOD
Line Dance Instruction presented by the Maywood Recreation Department on Wednesdays from 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. at the Maywood Senior Center. Call 201-845-2900 ext. 208 or e-mail maywoodrecreation@gmail.com.
SPECIAL EVENTS
MAYWOOD
Maywood Station Wednesday Museum Open Houses with free concert from 7 – 9 p.m. on June 19 with Dave Murphy and The Bull Brothers. Visit maywoodstation.com.201-487-6600 ext. 220 or visit ymcagbc.org.
June 8 LITTLE FALLS
Wounded Warrior New Jersey Tour 2013 Amputee Softball Team at Yogi Berra Stadium, One Hall Drive, with a double-header. Game 1 vs. Comedy Central at 1:30 p.m. and Game 2 at 4 p.m. vs. CBS Sports. $10. Cal 201-843-6930 or 973-746-7434.
June 9 JERSEY CITY
5 K Run/Walk in Liberty State Park hosted by NFL cornerbacks Jason and Devin McCourty as a fundraiser for Tackle Sickle Cell Campaign. Register by visiting lunarsportsgroup.com.
June 21 – July 7 EAST RUTHERFORD
Meadowlands State Fair held at the Meadowlands Fairground. Parking free Monday through Wednesday, $1/opening night and $4/all other nights. Deals on special nights, Visit njfair.com.
June 23 ROCHELLE PARK
Charity Classic Car Show presented by the Rochelle Park American Legion at 33 W. Passaic St. from 8:30 – 2:45 p.m.$20/per show car. Spectators free. $5/breakfast. Outdoor pavilion and bar. Class and Top 10 Trophies. Call 201-843-9683.
July 4 MAYWOOD
Maywood Fourth of July Parade is scheduled to take place in Maywood. The theme for this year’s parade is “Celebrating Our American Heritage.”
Aug. 6 HACKENSACK
National Night Out presented by the Hackensack Police Youth Bureau on The Green at Main and Court streets from 6 – 10 p.m. Entertainment by Filet of Soul also featuring crime prevention and safety exhibits, handouts, food, drinks, prizes and raffles. Call 201-646-7732 or 201-646-7763.
SUPPORT GROUPS
First and third Thursdays RIVER EDGE
St. Peter’s Support Group for divorced, single, separated and widowed adults, 431 Fifth Ave. at 7:30 p.m. sharp in the school library. Includes discussions, speakers and social activities. Visit nj.support-group-nj.com or call 201-440-0217 or 201-796-0988.
TOWN NEWS
MAYWOOD
Annual Schedule of Meetings for 2013 Work Sessions held the second Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. June 11. July 9. Aug. 13. Sept. 10. Oct. 8. Nov. 12. Dec. 10. Council meetings held on the fourth Tuesday at 8:15 p.m. Work session precedes each regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. June 25. July 23. Aug. 27. Sept. 24. Oct. 22. Nov. 26. Dec. 17. Meetings and work sessions are held in the Council Chambers, second floor, 15 Park Ave. Call 201-845-2900.
MAYWOOD
2013 Insurance Safety Committee schedule of meetings. June 19, Sept. 18, Dec. 18. Meetings to be held at the John Steuert Jr. Municipal Complex, 15 Park Ave., third floor at 9 a.m. Call 201-845-2900.
HACKENSACK
City of Hackensack 2013 Meeting Schedule Committee of the Whole Meetings: at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. June 10 at 6:30, June 25 at 6:30 p.m. July 15, Aug. 19. Sept. 3 at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 16, Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 21, Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 25 at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2, Dec. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Council Meetings: at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. July 16, Aug. 20, Sept. 3 at 8 p.m. Sept. 17, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. Oct. 22, Nov. 12 at 8 p.m. Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. Dec. 3, Dec. 17 at 8 p.m. All meetings are held at 65 Central Ave., third floor, Council Chambers.
TRIPS
July 19 – 23 HARPERS FERRY AND MLK MONUMENT
Historic Civil War sites of Antietam and Harpers Ferry. $600/Double occupancy and transportation by motor coach. Four-night hotel stay. Call Galilee United Methodist Church at 201-567-0009 or visit galileeumcnj.org.
July 25 PENNSYLVANIA
Mount Haven Resort for a Latin Celebration of Culture through Music and Dance presented by Americas Unidas Multicultural Senior Activity Center of Hackensack. $55. Includes, breakfast, dance and instruction, bingo or mini-golf or cards and buffet dinner. Bus leaves 101 Hudson St. at 8 a.m. For reservations call 201-336-3320 or visit galileeumcnj.org. .
Aug. 30 – Sept. 6 ALASKA
Alaskan Cruise offered by the St. Francis Socialites for 8 days/7 nights on the Royal Caribbean’s “Rhapsody of the Seas” sailing from Seattle. Call ASAP as space is limited. Pat Ruggiero at 201-265-8034 or 201-646-8042.
Sept. 9 – 12 VIRGINIA BEACH
Trip to Virginia Beach presented by Americas Unidas Multicultural Senior Activity Center of Hackensack. $462/double occupancy or $606/single. Trip includes four days of fun activities with a tram tour of the Botanical Gardens, Luncheon Cruise on “Spirit of Norfolk,” a guided tour of Douglas McArthur Memorial Museum, and more. For reservations call 201-336-3320.
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