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Hackensack Event Promises Trip Down Memory Lane For Sinatra Fans Hackensack Event Promises Trip Down Memory Lane For Sinatra Fans
Hackensack Event Promises Trip Down Memory Lane For Sinatra Fans HACKENSACK, N.J. -- The Johnson Public Library in Hackensack will present "Sinatra & His Friends of the '50's" on Tuesday, May 17.The program will take visitors on a live musical journey back to the 1950s. It’s Sinatra’s television show with Frank and his special guests — Dean Martin, Johnny Mathis, Perry Como and more. Visitors can reminisce sitting around the library's small TV set and be entertained by humor, stories and songs of Frank Sinatra and his friends of the 1950s. Click here to register for this event, which will be from 7 - 8 p.m. For additional information, call …

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Schools
Bronxville School's Spring Innovation Expo Focuses On Creativity Bronxville School's Spring Innovation Expo Focuses On Creativity
Bronxville School's Spring Innovation Expo Focuses On Creativity BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The Bronxville School will host its second Spring Innovation Expo on Tuesday, May 17, to celebrate the creative spirit across the school community. The family-school partnership event will feature an art show from all grade levels and a variety of educational and engaging workshops, which will be led by students, educators and guest speakers. “As a way of exploring and supporting innovation in our classroom, our school and the community as a whole, we invite students, teachers and parents to come together on May 17 – not only to hear from young people but also to partic…

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Hudson Bells Perform At Somers Library Hudson Bells Perform At Somers Library
Hudson Bells Perform At Somers Library SOMERS, N.Y. -- The Hudson Bells will perform at the Somers Library on Sunday, May 22, in the library's program room.The Hudson Bells are a women's choral group who sing three and four-part harmony, both a cappella and with piano accompaniment. Their wide-ranging repertoire includes American songbook standards, jazz classics, Broadway favorites and contemporary pop tunes. The Bells also offer their own original brand of irreverent musical humor. Their musical director is Kinny Landrum, who is a composer, arranger, producer and keyboardist. He has worked with Leonard Bernstein and Carly Simo…

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Bronxville Throws First Outdoor Yoga Party Bronxville Throws First Outdoor Yoga Party
Bronxville Throws First Outdoor Yoga Party BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The inaugural Bronxville Yoga Block Party will be held on Wednesday, May 25, in Leonard Morange Square, along Parkway Road, in Bronxville. All ages and levels of experience are welcome to this outdoor event. The class will be led by Stephanie Filardi and Peter Iocovello of Bronxville Wellness Sanctuary, with instructional support from Marissa Reda of Bronxville Fitness Club and Danielle Guillet of Lyte Body Fitness. A free yoga mat will be provided to the first 100 participants to arrive, courtesy of New York-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital. Live music will be provided by…

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Schools
Lakeland School District Holds Annual Art Week At Jefferson Valley Mall Lakeland School District Holds Annual Art Week At Jefferson Valley Mall
Lakeland School District Holds Annual Art Week At Jefferson Valley Mall YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. -- The Lakeland Central School District will host its 31st annual “Lakeland Week of the Arts” event at Jefferson Valley Mall in Yorktown Heights Monday May 9 through Sunday, May 22. The art exhibition will kick off with a special ceremony in the mall’s Center Court on Monday, May 9, from 6:15 - 7 p.m. with art on display through Sunday, May 22. "Jefferson Valley Mall is proud to continue its partnership with the Lakeland School District for its annual ‘Lakeland Week of the Arts’ event,” said Alexa O’Rourke, marketing director at Jefferson Valley Mall. “The event …

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Neighbors
Williams School Chorus Performs at Prestigious Mother's Day Event Williams School Chorus Performs at Prestigious Mother's Day Event
Williams School Chorus Performs at Prestigious Mother's Day Event MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- Select members of Edward Williams Elementary School Chorus performed “Get Up!” on May 5 at the annual National Mothers’ Day Council Luncheon at the Pierre Hotel in Manhattan. This prestigious event, which was sponsored by Elizabeth Arden, Inc., recognizes and honors mothers who maintain exceptional careers while balancing the demands of motherhood; this year’s main honorees were actress Sarah Jessica Parker and entrepreneur Joy Mangano. The event provided the talented students of Edward Williams -- under the guidance of chorus director Antonella Delli Carpini -- to pe…

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Lifestyle
Robert the Guitar Guy Headlines Children’s Programs At Scarsdale Library Robert the Guitar Guy Headlines Children’s Programs At Scarsdale Library
Robert the Guitar Guy Headlines Children’s Programs At Scarsdale Library SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- Robert the Guitar Guy (Robert Markowitz) will bring his special brand of music to the Scarsdale Public Library on Tuesday, from 10:30 - 11 a.m. Markowitz and his repertoire of more than 75 songs will entertain young children ages 2 to 5. No registration is required for this program. Later that day, the weekly Storytime will feature stories and rhymes designed specifically for children ages 3 1/2 to 5. The program will be from 4 - 4:30 p.m. No registration is required. The library will hold its weekly Mother Goose for Walkers on Thursday, at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. This progr…

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Business
Zipcar Arrives In Poughkeepsie, Beacon Zipcar Arrives In Poughkeepsie, Beacon
Zipcar Arrives In Poughkeepsie, Beacon POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Zipcar, a popular car-sharing network, recently announced a new partnership with the cities of Poughkeepsie and Beacon to bring its “wheels when you want them” membership service to area residents, businesses, students and visitors. A total of five Zipcars, available for reservation by the hour or by the day, are now parked in easily accessible locations throughout Hudson Valley in popular areas, such as along the Hudson River near the train station and in downtown at Civic Center Plaza in Poughkeepsie, as well as near popular restaurants and shops on Henry Street and by…

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Jazzfest Fundraiser Aids Ridgewood Y Jazzfest Fundraiser Aids Ridgewood Y
Jazzfest Fundraiser Aids Ridgewood Y RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Ridgewood YMCA will host its annual fundraiser, "Jazzfest in the Garden," Saturday, May 21. The event will be hosted by Ridgewood residents Stacy and Brian Hughes. Admission is $150 per person with the proceeds going to the Ridgewood YMCA’s Good Works Programs. Click here to purchase tickets or become a sponsor. Michael Davis, president of the Ridgewood YMCA Board of Directors, said: “The Y’s Good Works Programs offer vital services to people who otherwise can’t get help elsewhere, such as individuals with cancer and Parkinson’s disease. We’re inviting the…

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Schools
Bronxville School Board of Education Awards Tenure to Three Educators Bronxville School Board of Education Awards Tenure to Three Educators
Bronxville School Board of Education Awards Tenure to Three Educators BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The Bronxville Board of Education awarded tenure to three members of its faculty, at the recommendation of Superintendent of Schools David Quattrone, during the board's April 19 meeting. Bronxville High School Principal Ann Meyer, math teacher Jennifer Oliveri (Bronxville Middle School) and first-grade teacher Kathryn Westerheim (Bronxville Elementary School) received unanimous approval from the board. Their tenure is effective Sept. 1, 2016. “These three educators have met the standards of a rigorous evaluation process that calls for direct observations, conferences, pr…

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