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Palisades' Children's Shakespeare Theater Going International ORANGETOWN, N.Y. -- Children's Shakespeare Theatre will represent the United States at the World Festival of Children's Theater in Ontario this summer. CST is located in Palisades. CST is a small nonprofit in Rockland County. It's in its 17th season -- and finally going international. The company has been invited to go to Stratford, Ontario, in June, to join groups from 20 countries from around the world. CST will be the only group from the United States. The troupe consists of 11 kids, ranging in ages from 9-14, including some who have never been out of the country. In this once-in-a-lifet…

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

Schools

Wanaque's Lakeland High School Presents 'Grease,' Starting Thursday WANAQUE, N.J. -- Wanaque's Lakeland Regional High School's Centerstage Players will present "Grease" in three shows, beginning Thursday, March 3.General admission is $10. The Thursday show is at 7 p.m. The subsequent shows are Friday, March 4, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, March 5, at both 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. The school is at 205 Conklintown Rd., in Wanaque. For more information or for advance tickets, call 973-835-1900, ext. 717, or email ptelschow@lakeland.k12.nj.us.

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

Events

First Presbyterian Church Of Englewood Organizes Easter Week Services ENGLEWOOD, N.J. -- The First Presbyterian Church of Englewood would like to invite the public to its Easter Week celebration, with its dramatic Good Friday Tenebrae service on Friday, March 25, and two worship services on Easter Sunday, March 27. First Presbyterian has been hosting Easter services for over 150 years. "This inclusive church has a welcoming, diverse congregation which values and embraces community," according to a news release. The congregation has folks from all parts of Bergen county, as well as Hudson and Rockland counties, as well as New York City. "Easter …

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

Events

Greenwich Library March Tech Programs GREENWICH, Conn. -- Greenwich Library's Technology Training Center is offering a wide variety of tech programs this month. Programs are one hour long, generally held in the Training Center and are free. WordPress Meetup -- Wednesday, March 2, from 10-11:30 a.m. -- Join other local users of WordPress to work on your site, discuss ideas and exchange feedback. From seasoned pros to beginners, everyone is welcome. Digital Collections: OneClickdigital -- Monday, March 7, at 2 p.m. -- Come learn how to register and use OneClickdigital and its new app for downloading audiobooks. Career Coach: M…

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

Lifestyle

Bridgeport's Trattoria 'A Vuccella to Host March 3 Wine Dinner BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — Trattoria ‘A Vucchella, in Bridgeport, will host a Veneto Wine Dinner on Thursday, March 3. Here's the menu: aperitivo: finger food, paired with Bellini antipasti: carpaccio con formaggio, paired with Soave Pieropan primi: pasta e fagioli -- homemade pasta and beans -- paired with Valpolicella Rosso Allegrini secondi: stracotto di manzo -- beef stew -- paired with Palazzo Della Torre Allegrini dolce: tiramisu Tickets are $60 per person; tax and gratuity are not included. For reservations, call 203-383-2837 or by clicking here. The event will run from 6-11 p.m. Tra…

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

Lifestyle

Maywood Kicks Off 12-Week Wellness Challenge On March 2 MAYWOOD, N.J. -- Maywood is challenging residents to a 12-week wellness challenge -- with a goal of 100,000 steps -- through a walking program, beginning this Wednesday, March 2. Rain or shine, walkers will meet on Wednesdays until May 18 for a 30-minute walk. Meet at 7 p.m. at the Memorial Park flagpole, opposite Memorial School, at 764 Grant Ave. Walkers are welcome to meet each week or simply stop by on weeks where it's more convenient. Or if you're walking on your own, you can email your program to be added to the count. You can also email in order to get email reminders. The Borough n…

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

Events

Bergenfield High Will Auction Art This Friday, March 4 BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- The Bergenfield High School Parents' Association is hosting an art exhibition and auction on Friday, March 4. The proceeds will benefit the BHS PA, including student scholarships. The flyer for the event notes that there will be art in all media and price ranges -- and major credit cards will be accepted. Admission also includes hors d'oeuvres, desserts and beverages. Tickets are $15. While you can pay at the door, RSVPs are encouraged, by emailing bhsparents@gmail.com or calling Deborah at 201-439-0445. The event will be in the BHS front cafeteria, at 80 South Prospe…

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

News

Westport Planning Commission Sued Over Rejection Of Garden Homes' Proposal WESTPORT, Conn. -- After the Westport Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously rejected a apartment-building development, its developer, Garden Homes Management is taking the matter to court -- specifically the state Superior Court, the Westport News reported. The P&Z gave a variety of reasons for the rejections and the final hearing for Garden Homes' application, including environmental and safety concerns, as well as a citizen petition against the project, which over 600 had signed, according to the Westport News. In the appeal, one of Garden Homes' arguments is that the P&Z has…

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

Police & Fire

Citizens Interested In Policing Are Sought For Citizens Police Academy RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- The Ridgefield Police Department is still accepting applications for its Citizen Police Academy, which will begin March 29 and meet every Tuesday. "Connecting the community and the police, the Citizen Police Academy will educate participants about various aspects of police work," a department Facebook post noes. "Participants will gain insight into how their police department works and provides services to the community." A few of the subjects participants will learn are crime scene investigation, firearms, TASER, speed enforcement, DUI and the depar…

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

Schools

Jeremy Luft Appointed Director Of Curriculum, Instruction At Hastings HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- The Hastings-on-Hudson Union Free School District has appointed Jeremy Luft as its director of Curriculum and Instruction. He began on Thursday, Feb. 25. "Mr. Luft will be a great addition to the Hastings leadership team," said Superintendent Dr. Roy Montesano. "His insight, expertise and long-term commitment to instructional learning will be a true asset to our staff and students." As director of curriculum and instruction, Luft will oversee student assessments and data; maintain and improve upon a K-12 curriculum that aligns with the Common…

by Rachel Martin

03/01/2016

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