Thursday, June 23, 2011
This column brings you the best bets for the weekend in Bergen County.
Wondering what to do with this weekend? Below are the top five picks that you and your family can enjoy this weekend: St. Matthew's Wine & Food Tasting Event Where/When: Saturday June 25, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 225 Center Street Why Go: Sample delicious wines from Wine & Roses as you dine on fantastic food from local restaurants Pricing: $25 per person donation Children’s Event With Author of the “Meadowlands” Where/When: Saturday 10:30 a.m., Meadowlands Environment Center, 2 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst, 201-230-4983 Why Go: Meet the woman who wrote and illustrated the children’s book about the history of the Meadowlands and its environmental comeback. For ages 6 and up. Pricing: N/A Meat & Seafood Grill-…
Thursday, June 16, 2011
This column brings you the best bets for the weekend in Bergen County.
Wondering what to do with this weekend? Below are the top five picks that you and your family can enjoy this weekend: New Milford 5K Run & Family Fun Event When/Where: Saturday, 7: 30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; New Milford Fire Department Co. 1 on Center Street Why Go: Fundraiser for NMFD Co. 1, this event features a kids' dash at 8:30 a.m. with the 5k at 9 a.m. and awards at 9:45 a.m. Pricing: Kids Dash, free; Entry fees for 5K-registration closed on June 15 Author Peggy Ehrhart Talks "Mysterious New Jersey" When/Where: Friday, 10 a.m.; Teaneck Library, 840 Teaneck Road, Teaneck; 201-837-4171 Why Go: An interesting discussion about mystery novels that have taken place in New Jersey. There will be a 30-minute cake and coffee socializing session …
Thursday, June 9, 2011
This column brings you the best bets for the weekend in Bergen County.
Wondering what to do with this weekend? Below are the top five picks that you and your family can enjoy this weekend: 1. Old Tappan Town Wide Garage Sale Where/When: Friday and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm; Pick-up Map at Borough Hall, 227 Old Tappan Road Old Tappan Why Go: Its like hunting for treasure. Get your wallets and walking shoes ready for this town wide garage sale. Pricing: N/A 2. Kids Night Out Where/When: Friday 6:30 pm; Ridgewood YMCA, 112 Oak Street Ridgewood 201.444.5600, x375 Why Go: Take the night off Mom and Dad! Enjoy an evening out while children enjoy a great night of crafts, snacks, movies and fun! For ages 4-10. Pricing: $10 per child 3. Annual Carnival Benefiting D.A.R.E. Where/When: Friday 5 pm and Saturday 12 pm, …
Thursday, June 2, 2011
This column brings you the best bets for the weekend in Bergen County
Looking for something local to do this weekend? We’ve done the research to provide you with a variety of area happenings that will keep everyone entertained. Below are the top picks that you and your family can enjoy in the neighborhood this week: Ballet Arts Company Presents Sleeping Beauty Where/When: Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m.; River Dell Middle School, River Edge Why Go: This is the first time in years that the Ballet Arts Company, based in Oradell, has performed this classic full-length ballet Pricing: $15 per ticket Todd Ouida Children's Foundation 10th Anual Birthday Event Fundraiser Where/When: Sunday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.; River Dell Regional High School, Oradell Why Go: BBQ, music, bouncy rides, face painting, …
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Here's a look at some local events this weekend
Wondering what to do with this Memorial Day weekend? Below are the top five picks that you and your family can enjoy this weekend: 1. New Milford/Teaneck Elks Annual Carnival Where/When: Friday 6 to 11 pm and Saturday 4 to 11 pm, One Patrolman Ray Woods Lane, New Milford 201-262-9873 Why Go: This year’s carnival will feature a live band every night along with classic carnival rides, games and food. Pricing: N/A 2. Holidays in London Performance Where/When: Saturday 6 pm; Mexicali Live, 1409 Queen Anne Road Teaneck 201-833-0011 Why Go: Enjoy a night out with friends as you listen to the solid grooves and unique instrumentation that make Holidays in London a truly original Rock n Roll band. Pricing: $8 per ticket 3. Professional Pet …
Thursday, May 19, 2011
This column brings you the best bets for the weekend in Bergen County.
Wondering what to do with this weekend? We’ve done the research to provide you with a variety of local happenings that will keep everyone entertained. Below are the top five picks that you and your family can enjoy this weekend: NJ Young Professionals Happy Hour Where/When: Friday 6 p.m., Greek Taverna, 175 Rock Road, Glen Rock Why Go: Expect a long list of drink specials, new faces, and a Happy Hour that might go on well into the night. Pricing: $19.99 one-time member fee Kids Seasonal Scavenger Hunt Where/When: Saturday 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly, 201-568-6093 Why Go: Families will be given a set of clues to help solve nature riddles along the trails at the Nature Center. Program is intended for adults and children 4 …
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Patch hooks you up with a list chock full of fun this weekend
The weekend is quickly approaching and if you have no clue what's going on this weekend, the Patch is coming to the rescue. Here are the best things to do and places to go this weekend. Meet the Author: Jesse James Where/When: Friday 7 pm; Books and Greetings, 271 Livingston St., Northvale 201-784-2665 Why Go: Stop by to meet Jesse James and have him sign your copy of American Outlaw. Pricing: $26 per book Open Playland Where/When: Friday 9 to 11 am; In The Swing, 145 Hopper Avenue, Waldwick 201-444-3556 Why Go: It’s Free! It’s a great place to let the kids run wild as they jump, climb and slide through the playland. Enjoy complimentary coffee and snacks. Pricing: Free Kids Author Event: Patricia Polacco Where/When: Saturday 11 am; …
Thursday, April 28, 2011
A calendar of this weekend's best bets for all ages in the area
This column brings you the best bets of the weekend for Bergen County. We've assembled a calendar of activities for all ages to keep you entertained! Double Date Night Disney's Imagination Movers Rock for Health 2011 Mother's Day Craft Gently Used Book Sale AnitaLaugh Improv & Sketch Comedy Show Where/When:Westwood Community Center, 55 Jefferson Ave., Westwood; Sunday, May 1 from 7 to 8:15 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Why Go: AnitaLaugh blends their dead-on celebrity impressions and hilarious characters with audience suggestion to create hysterical improvised scenes. The comedy crew has recently been getting "Charlie Sheen" as a suggestion for their scenes, so they're incorporating him into the mix as well—winning! Audience participation…
Saturday, April 16, 2011
This column brings you the best bets of the weekend for Bergen County
The weekend is here and if you have no clue what's going on, Patch is coming to the rescue. Here's a handful of things to do and places to go with this weekend. New Milford Lions Pancake Breakfast Where/When: Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at New Milford High School's cafeteria Why Go: All you can eat pancakes for a great cause Pricing: $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and kids under 12 Spring Carnival Where/When: Saturday 6 pm to 11 pm; Memorial Field, Darwin Avenue Rutherford 201-933-5220 Why Go: Enjoy an evening filled with rides, games, carnival food, and more!Pricing: N/A 56th Annual Book Fair Where/When: Saturday 10 am to 5 pm; Somerville School Playroom, 45 South Pleasant Avenue Ridgewood Why Go: If you’re an avid reader, then you …
Thursday, April 14, 2011
This column brings you the best bets of the weekend for Bergen County
The weekend is quickly approaching and if you have no clue what's going on this weekend, the Patch is coming to the rescue. Here's a handful of things to do and places to go with this weekend. New Milford Easter Egg Hunt Where/When: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Memorial Field Why Go: Take the kids for this annual tradition and have great family fun Pricing: Free New Milford Lions Pancake Breakfast Where/When: Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at New Milford High School's cafeteria Why Go: All you can eat pancakes for a great cause Pricing: $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and kids under 12 Spring Carnival Where/When: Friday and Saturday 6 pm to 11 pm; Memorial Field, Darwin Avenue Rutherford 201-933-5220 Why Go: Enjoy an evening filled …
