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New Yorker Writer Speaking At Norwalk Community College New Yorker Writer Speaking At Norwalk Community College
New Yorker Writer Speaking At Norwalk Community College NORWALK, Conn. -- On Tuesday, Norwalk Community College will host a panel discussion on issues facing black Americans today with Jelani Cobb -- staff writer for The New Yorker magazine -- as the featured speaker.The event will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. in the Gen Re Forum on the NCC East Campus, 188 Richards Ave. The public is invited to attend and admission is free. Cobb is a professor of history, head of the Africana Studies Institute at the University of Connecticut and author of "The Substance of Hope: Barack Obama and the Paradox of Progress" and "To the Break of …

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Sports
Rye YMCA Celebrates Opening Of New ExerZone Rye YMCA Celebrates Opening Of New ExerZone
Rye YMCA Celebrates Opening Of New ExerZone RYE, N.Y. -- On Sept. 28, Rye Y board members, trustees, staff, elected officials and members of the construction team filled the Rye Y’s former racquetball court to celebrate the opening of ExerZone. At the same time, several families interacted with the new equipment. ExerZone combines fitness with technology for a fun, fast-paced workout experience. The new studio offers an alternative for members who want to become more active, as well as a compelling way to engage youth, teens, families and seniors. Gregg Howells, the Rye Y’s executive director, said: “The response to ExerZone in the…

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Parent Orientation Night Planned At Northern Valley—Demarest Parent Orientation Night Planned At Northern Valley—Demarest
Parent Orientation Night Planned At Northern Valley—Demarest DEMARAST, N.J. -- Parents are invited to the Eighth Grade Parent Orientation at Northern Valley Regional High School's Demarest campus on Wednesday, Oct. 7. There will be a presentation by administrators and supervisors, an overview of the high school experience by a current student and a parent, presentation of elective courses and a tour of the school. Parents are advised to park in student lot at the north end of campus and enter through the auditorium, where the orientation will be held. The event runs from 6:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Northern Vally Regional High School at Demarest,  150…

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Events
The Mahwah Museum Presents Train Show/Swap Meet The Mahwah Museum Presents Train Show/Swap Meet
The Mahwah Museum Presents Train Show/Swap Meet MAHWAH, N.J. -- The Mahwah Museum Society will host a train show/swap meet Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Ramapo Reformed Church Education Building in Mahwah.The event will benefit the Donald Cooper Model Railroad. The show will feature all scales of model trains plus displays. Show times will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with vendors setup entry at 6 a.m. Tables are $25 each, with a 6-foot table provided for each $25 vendor donation. Vendor tables are available by calling Ralph Coviello at (201) 887-1590. Admission is $6 for those 12 and older and $4 for people 65 and older. Food will be availabl…

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Nancy’s Book Group Discusses “The Paying Guests” At Scarsdale Library Nancy’s Book Group Discusses “The Paying Guests” At Scarsdale Library
Nancy’s Book Group Discusses “The Paying Guests” At Scarsdale Library SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- Nancy’s Book Group, led by Nancy Zachary, will discuss the novel “The Paying Guests” by Sarah Waters at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.14 at the Scarsdale Public Library.The New York Times best-selling novel tells the story of a mother and daughter in London in 1922, who are forced to take in borders to make ends meet. With the arrival of a “modern” young couple, the routines of the house are shaken in unexpected ways leading to far- reaching and devastating disturbances. Registration is required at the library’s main desk or by calling (914) 722-1300. On Nov. 18, the group will d…

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Knights Of Columbus Has Oakland Movie Viewing Knights Of Columbus Has Oakland Movie Viewing
Knights Of Columbus Has Oakland Movie Viewing OAKLAND, N.J. -- The Ramapo Valley Knights of Columbus will host a free screening of Dreamworks film "Home" (2015) at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 at 7 Courthouse Place, Oakland. Snacks will include popcorn, Welch's fruit snacks and water bottles. Bring a sleeping bag and favorite stuffed animal. For questions or to RSVP by Oct. 13, e-mail ramapovalleykoc@gmail.com or call (201) 522-6102.

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GFWC Paskack Junior Woman's Club Has Annual Monster Mash Halloween Party GFWC Paskack Junior Woman's Club Has Annual Monster Mash Halloween Party
Gfwc Paskack Junior Woman's Club Has Annual Monster Mash Halloween Party PASCACK VALLEY -- GFWC Paskack Junior Woman's Club will be hosting the annual Monster Mash Halloween Party at River Vale Community Center in River Vale. The event will include pizza, drinks, dessert, fun activities, music and a costume contest. The fee is $7 per person for non-members and $5 for members. Admission is free for children under the age of 1. Registration is required. Click here to register and to pay via PayPal. Please remember to include your e-mail address and phone number. No refunds will be given as all proceeds benefit local charities. River Vale Community Center is at …

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'Blessing of the Animals' At Haworth's St. Luke's Episcopal Church 'Blessing of the Animals' At Haworth's St. Luke's Episcopal Church
'Blessing of the Animals' At Haworth's St. Luke's Episcopal Church HAWORTH, N.J. -- St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Haworth will offer a "Blessing of the Animals" during a service of Holy Euchrist at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. The church also will be collecting food, blankets, toys and money to benefit local animal welfare organizations that minister to lost, homeless and abandoned pets, including C.L.A.W.S., FOCAS and the Bergen County Animal Shelter. For more information, call (201) 384-0706. The church is at Massachusetts Avenue and Grant Street, Haworth.

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Obituaries
John Gordon Steers, 41, of Fairfield John Gordon Steers, 41, of Fairfield
John Gordon Steers, 41, of Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- John Gordon Steers of Fairfield died  on Friday, Sept. 2, of  melanoma. He was 41.Raised in Fairfield, Steers was educated at Fairfield Country Day School, Fairfield College Preparatory School and received his bachelor's degree from the University of South Carolina. He enjoyed traveling, ultimately visiting 49 states, after which he began his career in the financial industry. A tremendously talented athlete, he was a nationally ranked tennis player, an avid golfer and loved everything to do with fishing, hunting and the great outdoors. Steers met his future wife, Kate,…

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Franklin Lakes Honors Longtime Emergency Services Veteran Franklin Lakes Honors Longtime Emergency Services Veteran
Franklin Lakes Honors Longtime Emergency Services Veteran FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. -- The Borough of Franklin Lakes honored retiree Donald Osenbruck, a 36-year-old emergency services veteran.Osenbruck began as a police officer before being promoted first to sergeant and then lieutenant.After retiring at the end of May 2011, he became an administrative assistant to the police department. His last day was Sept. 30.

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