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Dolly Birmingham, 94, Of Wappingers Falls Dolly Birmingham, 94, Of Wappingers Falls
Dolly Birmingham, 94, Of Wappingers Falls WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. -- Wappingers Falls resident Dolly Birmingham died Jan. 7. She was 94.Birmingham was born July 6, 1921 in Trinidad. After being married, and widowed, she entered the order of St. Clare in September 1985. She is survived by her daughters, Dianne Birmingham Awai, Leonie Marva Birmingham; her two brothers, Thomas Stewart and Malcolm Stewart; several nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday and 9-10 a.m. Tuesday at the Monastery of St. Clare, 70 Nelson Ave., Wappingers Falls, Monday. A…
BergenPAC's Verismo Opera Sets Auditions For 2016 Season BergenPAC's Verismo Opera Sets Auditions For 2016 Season
BergenPAC's Verismo Opera Sets Auditions For 2016 Season ENGLEWOOD, N.J. -- The New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera, the house opera company of the Bergen Performing Arts Center is inviting singers to audition for the Verismo Opera Chorus and the Verismo Opera Children's Chorus. Artistic Director Lucine Amara said professional, amateur and retired male and female singers may audition from 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays, Jan. 27 and Feb. 3 and 10 at 44 Armory St., Englewood. Teenagers, ages 17-19, also may audition for the Verismo Opera Chorus. Children, ages 10-16, are invited to audition for the Verismo Opera Children's Chorus. Applicants must read mus…
Happy Birthday To Paterson's Jimmy Vivino Happy Birthday To Paterson's Jimmy Vivino
Happy Birthday To Paterson's Jimmy Vivino PATERSON, N.J. -- Happy Birthday to Paterson's Jimmy Vivino.Vivino who was born in Paterson and attended Glen Rock High School, turns 61 Jan. 10. He is the musical director on the TBS late-night program "Conan." Since a young age, Vivino always had an interest in music. In the early 1980s he began working in New York clubs. In 1984, he was the musical director of the play "Leader of the Pack." When not appearing on TBS, Vivino divides his time between recording sessions and live gigs throughout the country.
Happy Birthday To Cresskill's Sherrill Milnes Happy Birthday To Cresskill's Sherrill Milnes
Happy Birthday To Cresskill's Sherrill Milnes CRESSKILL, N.J. -- Happy Birthday to Cresskill's Sherrill Milnes!Musician Sherrill Milnes turns 81 years old today. Milnes was born in Downers Grove, Ill., attended North Central College before transferring to Drake University and Northwestern University. He originally wanted to become an anesthesiologist, but returned to music, studying music education with the idea of becoming a teacher. In 2006, Milnes was awarded an honorary doctorate from North Central College. Currently, Milnes is a college professor emeritus of voice at Northwestern University. He lives in Palm Harbor, Fla. with his …
Talk At Library In Newtown Features Adams Family Memorabilia Talk At Library In Newtown Features Adams Family Memorabilia
Talk At Library In Newtown Features Adams Family Memorabilia NEWTOWN, Conn. -- The C.H. Booth Library in Newtown will present the Charles and Helen Zillinek donation of Adams Family Memorabilia at 7:30 p.m. Monday. The presentation and exhibit will focus on 52 items that once belonged to the Adams family, including Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams. The items were donated by the Zilinek family and consist of such personal items as a bracelet worn by Abigail Adams made from her husband's hair and John Quincy Adams' monocle. This is not a slide show. The items will actually be there to be seen and appreciated by the audience.  This program is…
Gaetano T. Armeno, 66, Of Hyde Park Gaetano T. Armeno, 66, Of Hyde Park
Gaetano T. Armeno, 66, Of Hyde Park HYDE PARK, N.Y. -- Hyde Park resident Gaetano T. Armeno died Wednesday, Jan. 6. He was 66.Armendo proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era. He worked for All American Ford in Kingston as a service writer. On Dec. 22, 1968, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Massapequa, N.Y., he married Ruth Kobel; she survives at home.  For Armeno, family was everything and he enjoyed fishing with his grandson, Anthony. He also enjoyed gambling.  In addition to his parents and wife, Ruth, he is survived by his son, Bill Armeno and wife, Tracey, of Hyde Park; son. Michael Armeno of Hyde Park; d…
Trivia Contest Raises Funds For Red Hook Library Trivia Contest Raises Funds For Red Hook Library
Trivia Contest Raises Funds For Red Hook Library RED HOOK, NY. -- The 14 annual trivia contest will help raise funds for the Red Hook Public Library.The event will take place Sunday, Jan. 31, at 1 p.m. at the Red Hook Firehouse. Cost is $20 per person, and the will be five-six people per team.  For reservations call 845-758-0277 or email sippinredhook@aol.com.  Make checks to Red Hook Public Library and mail to Karen Sipperley, 294 Pitcher Lane, Red Hook, NY 12571.
Children's Programs Coming To Rutherford Library Children's Programs Coming To Rutherford Library
Children's Programs Coming To Rutherford Library RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- There will be a variety of programs for children at the Rutherford Library this month. Programs include singing, story telling and crafts.  Drop-in story time will be held at 10:30 a.m and 2 p.m. Jan. 13, 20 and 27 and 10:30 a.m. Jan. 7, 14, 21 and 28. The Wednesday afternoon session is geared specifically toward children up to the age of 24 months, but all pre-school children are welcome. The story and rhyme portion of the afternoon session lasts 20 minutes and is followed by a play/social time for approximately 15 minutes. Music with Guitar Bob for pre-school children …
Knights Of Columbus Host Free Throw Championship In Trumbull Knights Of Columbus Host Free Throw Championship In Trumbull
Knights Of Columbus Host Free Throw Championship In Trumbull TRUMBULL, Conn. -- Boys and girls ages 9 to 14 are invited to take part in the Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship this Saturday at the McClinch Family Center at St. Catherine of Sienna Church in Trumbull.Check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the competition to begin promptly at 9 a.m. Prizes will be awarded to champions in each age group. All participants will receive a certificate. The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Championship is sponsored annually, with winners progressing through local, district, and state competitions. International champions are announced by the K of C intern…
Darien Library Extends Hours For High School Midterm Exams Darien Library Extends Hours For High School Midterm Exams
Darien Library Extends Hours For High School Midterm Exams DARIEN, Conn. -- Exam time can be crunch time for any student. In an effort to help students at Darien High School, the Darien Public Library has extended its hours to add study time for midterm exams. On Jan. 14, 18, 19 and 20, the Darien Library will be open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Various exercises such as yoga and meditation will also be offered for teens throughout the week. Also, Ozzy the Therapy dog will be making a visit to help the students de-stress. Visit www.darienlibrary.org/midterms for a complete listing of programs. The library offers many resources to students, including spa…
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