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Little Ferry Organizes Adult Zumba Classes Little Ferry Organizes Adult Zumba Classes
Little Ferry Organizes Adult Zumba Classes LITTLE FERRY, N.J. – A 10-week adult Zumba class will begin on Monday, July 11, in the Memorial Elementary School multipurpose room.  The class will be held every Monday from 6-7 p.m. The cost is $50. Those interested in continuing the class or new sign ups must register. Registration will open on Monday.  Click here to register. Memorial Elementary School is at 130 Liberty St., Little Ferry. 

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Rutherford Library Closing For Renovations Rutherford Library Closing For Renovations
Rutherford Library Closing For Renovations RUTHERFORD, N.J. – The Rutherford Public Library will be closed from Tuesday, June 21, through Saturday, June 25, to relocate services back to the upstairs location. The library will re-open on Monday, June 27, at 10 a.m. in its newly renovated space.  Scheduled for Monday is Paws to Read from 4-5 p.m. The library will welcome back Rodney, a registered therapy dog, for the read-to-a-dog program. Children who are able to read at least a little bit and would like to practice their reading skills are invited to sign up for a 15-minute time slot with Rodney.  Contact Miss Jane at the library a…

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Stamford Realtor Honors NYC's Bailey House In Memory Of Her Son Stamford Realtor Honors NYC's Bailey House In Memory Of Her Son
Stamford Realtor Honors NYC's Bailey House In Memory Of Her Son STAMFORD, Conn. – Karen Sheftell, an agent from William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty’s Stamford brokerage, presented the Jason Sheftell Memorial Award in memory of her son at a special gala dinner and auction benefit held recently for the Bailey House in New York City. The nonprofit organization aims to transform the lives of people with or at risk of HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses through housing, health services and community support. The award was created three years ago in honor of Jason, a former Daily News real estate editor who was greatly involved with the Bailey House …

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Events
Danbury To Honor City's History With Unveiling Of Hatter’s Monument Danbury To Honor City's History With Unveiling Of Hatter’s Monument
Danbury To Honor City's History With Unveiling Of Hatter’s Monument DANBURY, Conn. – The new Hatter’s Monument in Danbury will be unveiled at a ceremony held Monday at 4 p.m. on the Heritage Plaza outside of City Hall. “This monument will serve as a memorial to Danbury’s rich history,” said Mayor Mark Boughton. “I want to thank all of the participants involved in making it a reality, especially Union Savings Bank for their continued support throughout this process.” The Hatter’s Monument Committee commissioned local artist David Boyajian to design the sculpture. He stated his purpose for this monument was to capture the visual and poetic narrative of Danbu…

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$5K Grant Supports Exhibit On Rescue Of Norwalk's Lockwood-Mathews Mansion $5K Grant Supports Exhibit On Rescue Of Norwalk's Lockwood-Mathews Mansion
$5K Grant Supports Exhibit On Rescue Of Norwalk's Lockwood-Mathews Mansion NORWALK, Conn. – The Connecticut Humanities has awarded a $4,999 Quick Grant to the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum in support of the new exhibit, “Demolish or Preserve: The 1960s at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion.” “We are truly thankful to the Connecticut Humanities for supporting this terrific exhibit and to all our state legislators for their continued focus and support of our historic site through the outstanding work of the Connecticut Humanities,” said Patsy Brescia, chairman of the Board of Trustees at the LMMM. The exhibition, curated by Kathleen Motes Bennewitz, explores the histor…

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Obituaries
Robert Cleary, Town Of Poughkeepsie Resident, 82 Robert Cleary, Town Of Poughkeepsie Resident, 82
Robert Cleary, Town Of Poughkeepsie Resident, 82 POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – Robert (Bob) Cleary, of the town of Poughkeepsie, died Saturday, June 11 at Luthern Care Center. He was 82. He was born Feb. 22, 1934, in Mount Kisco, the son of Robert F. Cleary and Helen Sherman Cleary. On May 11, 1958, he was married to the former Joan Eagan, who survives at home. He was a service manager at various auto dealerships in the area for more than 50 years.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1954-57 in France and Germany. He was an instructor in German technical advisory group on U.S. tanks. He attended tank school in Aberdeen, Md. He loved working on cars…

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Events
Lyndhurst Youth Perform During Concert In The Park Series Lyndhurst Youth Perform During Concert In The Park Series
Lyndhurst Youth Perform During Concert In The Park Series LYNDHURST, N.J. – The Lyndhurst Youth Performing Arts Association presents Concert in the Park Series 2016 starting Thursday, June 23, from 6:30-10 p.m. at the Town Hall Park. All concerts will be held from 6:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. on the following dates: Thursday, June 23 (rain date Friday, June 24) Thursday, July 21 (rain date Friday, July 22) Back for its fifth consecutive year, the Lyndhurst Youth Performing Arts Association provides performance opportunities for the youth of Lyndhurst. 

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Yoga Under The Stars Aids Oradell Foundation For Late Teen Yoga Under The Stars Aids Oradell Foundation For Late Teen
Yoga Under The Stars Aids Oradell Foundation For Late Teen MONTVALE, N.J. – Take part in an all-level yoga practice while supporting Philip’s Fund during Yoga Under the Stars on Tuesday, June 28 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Life Time Athletic in Montvale. Philip’s Fund, launched by Lucija Begonja following the death of her son, Philip, in 2011, awards educational grants and scholarships to young people in need of financial assistance. Light refreshments will be served. A suggested donation of $50 is appreciated. Click here to learn more about Philip’s Fund.  Life Time Athletic is at 10 Van Riper Road, Montvale. 

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Talk At New Canaan's Grace Farms Focuses On College Campus Safety Talk At New Canaan's Grace Farms Focuses On College Campus Safety
Talk At New Canaan's Grace Farms Focuses On College Campus Safety NEW CANAAN, Conn. – This August, millions of high school graduates will move into college dorms across the U.S. For many, it will be their first time away from the security of family and home. Students and parents are invited to join a conversation with a panel of experts about making smart choices and enjoying college life on Tuesday, June 28 from 7-8:30 p.m. at Grace Farms in New Canaan. The panel will be moderated by Kylee Knoles, an Emmy Award-winning anchor from News 12 Connecticut, and will include Dr. Kate Ott from Drew University and Yale University; Margaret Groban from the U.S. De…

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Pelham Theater Screens ‘The Fundamentals Of Caring' Pelham Theater Screens ‘The Fundamentals Of Caring'
Pelham Theater Screens ‘The Fundamentals Of Caring' PELHAM, N.Y. – The Picture House Regional Film Center in Pelham will present an advance screening of the new movie “The Fundamentals of Caring” on Monday at 7:30 p.m. with a post-film discussion and Q&A with director Rob Burnett. “The Fundamentals of Caring” tells the story of a writer (Paul Rudd) who retires after a personal tragedy and becomes a disabled teen’s (Craig Roberts) caregiver. When the two embark on an impromptu road trip, their ability to cope is tested as they start to understand the importance of hope and friendship. The film, based on Jonathan Evison’s 2013 novel, “The R…

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