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Genesis Tribute Band Hits The Stage At The Ridgefield Playhouse Genesis Tribute Band Hits The Stage At The Ridgefield Playhouse
Genesis Tribute Band Hits The Stage At The Ridgefield Playhouse RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- The Musical Box, which has garnered worldwide fame for its re-enactment of early Genesis' concerts, return to the Ridgefield Playhouse. This show comes  to the stage at 8 p.m. Friday. This show, known as The Black Show, will feature an entirely new format, leaving behind the old sets for a darker and more unique visual presentation, better suited to serve Peter Gabriel's antics. Since 1993, The Musical Box has been renowned for its high-quality reproductions of historic Genesis performances.  Before the show, visit Piccolo’s Pizza & Jazzeria (24 Prospect St., Ridge…
St. Vincent's In Bridgeport Celebrates Three Kings Day St. Vincent's In Bridgeport Celebrates Three Kings Day
St. Vincent's In Bridgeport Celebrates Three Kings Day BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport celebrated Three Kings Day with a ceremony including a re-enactment, readings, a musical performance and refreshments. Each year, St. Vincent's staff members volunteer for the re-enactment, with the participants kept secret until the ceremony.  Also known as the Epiphany, Three Kings Day or Dia de los Reyes, it is a Christian celebration that commemorates the Biblical story of the Three Kings who followed the star of Bethlehem to bring gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the Christ child. A religious holiday widely recogni…
March Brings Purim 5K To Fair Lawn March Brings Purim 5K To Fair Lawn
March Brings Purim 5K To Fair Lawn FAIR LAWN, N.J. -- The Sisterhood of the Fair Lawn Jewish Center and Congregation B'nai Israel are planning the fourth annual Purim 5K Fun Run & 1 Mile Walk.The event will take place Sunday, March 6, at 10 a.m. The race will start in the FLJC parking lot and end in the CBI parking lot. T-shirts will be given to the first 100 entrants, and all proceeds go to the Tikvah program of Camp Ramah, an overnight camp for children with special needs. Runners are encouraged to come in costume. Festivities will include a DJ and clowns. Prizes will be awarded for top male/female winners and age grou…
Genealogy Tech Classes Coming To Ridgewood Library Genealogy Tech Classes Coming To Ridgewood Library
Genealogy Tech Classes Coming To Ridgewood Library RIDEGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Ridgewood Library will host a series of genealogy classes beginning on Tuesday, Jan. 12.The first class, held at 7 p.m., will cover constructing a family tree online. Attendees will learn about genealogy software including how to post a family tree to Ancestry.com or familysearch.org.  Wednesday, Jan. 13 will cover using the internet to find records and family information. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m.  The Ancestry Library Edition database will be available for use on Saturday, Feb. 20 at 10:30 a.m. The database provides access to 705 million US names and census …
Happy Birthday To Cresskill's Mary J. Blige Happy Birthday To Cresskill's Mary J. Blige
Happy Birthday To Cresskill's Mary J. Blige CRESSKILL, N.J. -- Happy Birthday Mary J. Blige!American singer, songwriter, model, record producer, and actress, Mary J. Blige turns 45 today. Blige was born in the Bronx, N.Y. in 1971, attended Roosevelt High School and, in the spring of 1988, Blige recorded an impromptu cover of Anita Bakers, "Caught up in the Rapture."  Blige is the second of four children born to parents Cora, a nurse, and Thomas Blige, a jazz musician. Since 1992, Blige has released a total of 11 studio albums and made more than 150 guest appearances on other albums and soundtracks. She is the recipient of …
Clifton Library Adds Mahjong Group Clifton Library Adds Mahjong Group
Clifton Library Adds Mahjong Group CLIFTON, N.J.- - The Clifton Public Library is forming a new mahjong group. The group will meet from noon-2:30 p.m. every other Friday beginning Feb. 5 at the Allwood Branch, 44 Lyall Road. No sign-ups are needed. The schedule is Feb. 5 and 19; March 4 and 18; April 1, 15 and 29; May 13 and 27; June 10 and 24; and July 8 and 22. The group is seeking experienced players to assist the beginners. For more information, call 973-471-0555 or visit www.cliftonpl.org.
Permanent Art Exhibit Opening At Ridgewood Village Hall Permanent Art Exhibit Opening At Ridgewood Village Hall
Permanent Art Exhibit Opening At Ridgewood Village Hall RIDGEWOOD, N.J. --A new, permanent art exhibit will open at Ridgewood Village Hall on Saturday, Jan. 30. "Ridgewood Art at Village Hall"  features more than 80 pieces of art, photography and sculpture, is to celebrate the breadth of talent among Ridgewood-related artists, past and present. The event will also include live entertainment from Ridgewood musicians and singers and edibles donated by local eateries. Email rac@ridgewoodnj.net, subject line "Art RSVP" to attend.  Village Hall is located at 131 North Maple Ave.
Norwalk Public Works Committee Reviews East Avenue Project Norwalk Public Works Committee Reviews East Avenue Project
Norwalk Public Works Committee Reviews East Avenue Project NORWALK, Conn. -- The Norwalk Public Works Committee will conduct a presentation on the reconstruction of East Avenue next week. The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, in Room A300 of City Hall.  The committee will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. in the same location. 
Ramsey Stages Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament Ramsey Stages Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament
Ramsey Stages Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Tournament MAHWAH, N.J. -- There will be a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu submission-only tournament Jan. 24 for charity. The event will take place at Stevens Karate 91 Interstate Shopping Center in Ramsey. The event aims to bring awareness and financial support to the charities who serve families with children with various special needs and/or terminal illnesses. There will be divisions for all ranks. There is a $25 fee to enter the tournament. All proceeds will go to charity. This is a pre-registration only event; go here to register. For more information, please e-mail or call J.R. Gurrieri at jgurrieri@ews…
Ridgewood Theater Presents "Around The World" Multicultural Program Ridgewood Theater Presents "Around The World" Multicultural Program
Ridgewood Theater Presents "Around The World" Multicultural Program RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The TIC TOC Theatre and Art center will present "Around the World" with Lou Del Bianco on Satuday, Jan. 30. "Around the World" is a multi-cultural program for elementary schoolers and their families.  Del Bianco, an actor, singer and storyteller, combines theater and music into an interactive program for children in grades K-5.  He will take children on journeys to Africa, Asia, Europe and North and South America to learn about different cultures. The show starts at 3 p.m., with the doors opening at 2:45 p.m. for general seating. The show is free, bu…
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