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ENGLEWOOD’S SPRING FASHION FOR A CAUSE – March 8

Brandon — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:12:49 +0000

HOT TICKET: ENGLEWOOD’S SPRING FASHION FOR A CAUSE

Englewood’s Eve of Fashion Tickets Go On Sale Today

Hey, you over there – we know you’ve been coveting that bright yellow backless top for your next night on the town. Or you, window shopper stalking that python print number you just know is going to be the gift that keeps on giving when you attend all those charity fetes in May. Or how about you, Mamacita, all primed and ready to send your kiddos off to camp in the trendiest kids togs of the season.

We know you want it bad. And thankfully, we’ve got the goods. Snag your tickets today for the 2nd Annual Englewood’s Eve of Fashion presented by Bergen Mama and hosted by Dina Manzo at Town Audi in Englewood. This is a runway show you don’t want to miss, featuring the hottest spring ensembles fromGito, Gito Shoes, Unbuttoned LAB Collection, DLUX, 25Park, Erez, Anik, Marcia’s Attic, Engle Shop, Goldstein Couture, Jaehee Bridal, Marcia’s Attic for Kids and Pumpkin and Bean. So whether you’re coming for the exclusive discounts and bags overflowing with swag, the wine and bite-sized eats, the elite models, or your own shot at walking the red carpet on your way in, come one, come all!When: Thursday, March 8th 7pm to 9pm
Where: Town Audi, 400 South Dean Street, Englewood
Ticket price: $125 per ticket, BUY TICKETS HERE
Seating: Seats will be assigned based on when your ticket is purchased. Earlier ticket purchasers will get the best seats, so don’t delay!

Valet Parking will be provided

Net proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Project Ladybug (see sidebar for description)

Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and Garden – All of May

Brandon — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:00:55 +0000

Click HERE for all the best information regarding the Mansion in May Designer Showhouse. A truly special event which helps raise funds for Inpatient Hospice and Palliative Care Center at Morristown Medical Center.

The North Jersey Symphony Orchestra Concert including works by Mozart – March 4

Brandon — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:54:17 +0000

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Dear Classical Music Lovers and Wannabees!

The North Jersey Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce our Sunday March 4th concert at 3pm at TJ Middle School in Fair Lawn!

Also—this is our concert in which you can get FREE tickets through the Community School (near the FLHS) in advance of the concert.

Union City-West New York Rotary Club Health Fair – March 10

Brandon — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:43:19 +0000

The Union City-West New York Rotary Club has teamed with Palisades Medical Center to present a special Community Health Fair with free health screenings, tests and information available to the general public. The Community Health Fair will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2012, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Jose Marti Middle School in Union City. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) healthcare professionals will be in attendance to answer questions. Attendees will also receive free samples and giveaways. Free health screenings and information will include:

·Blood Pressure

·Cholesterol

·Diabetes

·Sleep Disorder Information

·And many more hospital services

For more information, please call Nikki Mederos at 201-854-5702.

Pet Rescue Inc Fur Ball! – March 24

Brandon — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:04:08 +0000

When: Saturday, March 24 7Pm
Where: Clinton Inn Hotel – 145 Dean Dr. Tenafly

For more info:

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“The Fat Man” Cometh–POETRY SINGS THE BLUES-Celebrating FATS DOMINO’s Birthday – February 25

Brandon — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:58:10 +0000

February 25th @ 1 pm – 4 pm

Poets, musicians, a Southern-style chef, fans, and anyone else who’s interested or curious, will gather Saturday, February 25, at 1 p.m. at Ridgewood Christian Reformed Church (271 Lincoln Avenue at West End Avenue) for “Poetry Sings the Blues.” The festival will celebrate the life and music of Fats Domino, the legendary rhythm and blues performer who shaped early rock and roll, upon his 84^th birthday.

All poets are invited to attend and read their works on the blues and R&B themes, and drop-in musical performers are welcome. A free-will offering will aid ongoing post-Katrina relief in New Orleans, where Domino has been a lifelong resident of the devastated Ninth Ward. The event follows New Jersey poets’ successful tribute to Elvis Presley at the same church a year ago.

The featured poets are James Gwyn of Clifton, first prize winner in the 2008 Allen Ginsberg poetry contest and recipient of five Pushcart prize nominations, and Francesca Maximé of New York City, a TV host and journalist and author of “Rooted,” a forthcoming book of poetry.

Musical tributes will be performed by the Victoria Warne Band and special guest, pianist Joe Sabina. Warne, a songwriter and the lead singer and guitarist with her band, has performed at the JVC Festival, many other New York area venues, and internationally.

Chef Jesse Jones, winner of Bergen County’s Ultimate Chef competition for 2010 and known for his Southern cooking with a French twist, will honor Domino with a demonstration of Voodoo Shrimp.

Antoine (“Fats”) Domino Jr., born February 26, 1928, was the major bridge between Southern black rhythm and blues and early 1950s rock and roll. Unlike many rockers, he co-authored almost all his pieces, sung with a distinct Creole inflection, while accompanying himself on piano with a much-imitated rolling style.

Domino’s first nationwide hit, “The Fat Man” (1949), is generally regarded the first rock record to sell more than a million copies. He posted a remarkable 37 singles on the Top 40 charts, including such huge sellers as “Ain’t That a Shame,” “Blueberry Hill,” “I’m Walkin’,” “I’m in Love Again,” and “Blue Monday.”

Verismo Opera to Perform at Leonia Public Library – February 25

Brandon — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:52:12 +0000

The NJ Association of Verismo Opera (Verismo Opera) returns to the Leonia Public Library, 227 Fort Lee Road, in Leonia, New Jersey, with its new program, Moments in Opera, Saturday, February 25, 3:00-4:00 p.m. The event is FREE and open to the public.
Verismo Opera’s international cast of stars will sing vignettes from past productions, including the well-received performance of Tosca at the bergenPAC in Englewood, New Jersey, excerpts from the upcoming performances of Il Trovatore on April 20 at 7:30 p.m. and April 22 at 3:00 p.m. at bergenPAC, and some surprises, too. A special performance will be given by Metropolitan Opera star and Verismo Opera’s Artistic Director Lucine Amara.

For further information, contact the Leonia Public Library at (201) 592-5770.

MarbleJam Kids 3rd Annual Fundraiser – March 15

Brandon — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:44:53 +0000

River Vale, NJ, The Estate at Florentine Gardens, Thursday, March 15th, 7:00pm

This year’s fundraising event promises an evening of elegance and entertainment with dinner, dancing, and more, to benefit MarbleJam Kids. MarbleJam Kids is a 501c3 non-profit organization providing creative arts therapies and arts enrichment opportunities to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and special needs. For the past two summers, the charity has produced ‘The Joey Travolta Short Film Camp’ giving kids and teens on the autism spectrum an inclusive opportunity to learn the art of filmmaking under the direction of Mr. Travolta. The charity provides year round opportunities in the arts at their Tenafly enrichment center and supplements costs of all programs through fundraising efforts.

Dancing with the Stars for Autism will honor Sheilagh Cirillo, Executive Director and Co-Founder of F.A.T.E. -Foundation for Autism Training and Education. The event will feature ‘Dance With Me Studios’ of Ridgefield NJ, professional ballroom dancers, home of Maks, Tony, & Val of the hit television show Dancing with the Stars! Additionally, ‘Rising Star’s Academy’ youth professionals, Maks Chmerkovskiy’s protégés, will also perform. Silent and Live Auction items include: Hand signed Rolling Stones Electric Guitar, Mets Tickets and more. Proceeds are tax deductible as allowable by law.

Tickets are $150.00 per person and may be purchased online. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/224348

For further information, please contact event chair Katherine Cousineau – MarbleJam Kids - 201–497-6512 or via email info@marblejamkids.org

More information about MarbleJam Kids can be found at www.marblejamkids.org

AliveAndKickn Inagural Kickoff Bash! – March 29

Brandon — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:40:03 +0000

In February 2011, we found out, almost accidentally, that March was Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. In looking into it further, we discovered that Colorectal Cancer was the second leading cancer killer and that it took almost as many women as breast cancer. We also learned that the amount of awareness and fundraising for Colorectal Cancer paled in comparison to most of the other cancers, especially breast cancer and prostate cancer. About 150,000 people will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer in the US this year. About 50,000 will die from this very treatable disease. There is still a stigma that colorectal cancer is an “old man’s disease” and the word colonoscopy is a punchline. Too often, too many find out too late or don’t get the proper care. We have decided to do something about it.

In the past year, David has taken his message on the road to anyone that will listen. Get screened once you turn 50. If there is a family history of cancer, get screened earlier. Be your own advocate. In the 2012 Colondar, the fundraising calendar for the Colon Club, Dave (Mr. January) was given the title of Resilient. That nickname seems to resonate with our message: Living in a world with Colon Cancer isn’t easy. You get some scars along the way. Maybe you lose a little luster. Sometimes you even lose a piece or two. But everyday you get up, put your boots on and do you what you gotta do. You work, you play, you love, you laugh, you fight and at the end of the day you Kick back and do it all again tomorrow. That’s resiliance. That’s AliveAndKickn.

We hope you can join us on Thursday, March 29th where we will be Kickn it up for the first time. We also hope you can donate, sponsor us, “like” us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or purchase some AliveAndKickn schwag. Help us tell the story and make a difference.

To purchase tickets, click HERE

New Jersey’s Brightest Stars Past & Present Children’s Aid and Family Services’ Annual Spring Gala

Brandon — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:36:05 +0000

“New Jersey’s Brightest Stars Past & Present” Children’s Aid and Family Services’ Annual Spring Gala to benefit vulnerable children. Honoring longtime Ridgewood resident Anne Goheen Crane. Featuring a performance by Jason Nazzaro as he sings Sinatra, a silent auction, dinner and much more!
Date: Thursday, March 29, 2012
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Venue: The Venetian, 546 River Drive, Garfield, NJ
Ticket price: $150

For more information, call Eve Marsan at 201.261.2800.