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Photos: Paramus Parents Help Prep For 'The Little Mermaid' PARAMUS, N.J. -- The Paramus Scholarship Show Fund is now under way with its production of "The Little Mermaid," with help from Paramus adults. The Fund has a goal this year of $40,000, to distribution this June to Paramus seniors. The scholarships are open to students, whether or not they attend public or private high schools. Since starting its shows over 50 years ago, the fund has provided over $1.4 million in scholarships. The photos show only one crew that is contributing to the production. The cast continues its rehearsals as well, as it has for many weeks. The show will …

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Events

Children Read To Therapy Dog At West Milford Library WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- Kids are welcome to come read to Rocky at the R.U.F.F. program, at the April sessions at the West Milford Township Library, on the 18th and 25th. R.U.F.F. stands for "Reading Uniquely for Fundamentals." Children can read to a therapy dog and gain confidence and reading fluency, in a relaxed setting. "This program is perfect for children who are reading or beginning to read on their own," the library notes. Children must be in kindergarten or above. Each child gets 15 minutes with Rocky. Call the Children's Services desk at 973-728-2823 or email Miss…

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Schools

Irvington Middle School Sixth-Graders Sculpt Clay Banks IRVINGTON, N.Y. -- Irvington Middle School sixth-graders in Patrick DiBenedetto's art class recently created bank sculptures out of clay as part of a lesson on 3-D design. The students sketched their ideas, made written notes and printed out pictures to use as a reference before sculpting their projects. "After they sculpted the clay into a hollow container, they created a coin slot and coin release space to add functionality," DiBenedetto said. "Their sculptures got fired in a kiln, and then they painted them for the final presentation." As a culminating activity, the…

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Lifestyle

Ringwood Serves Up Youth Volleyball Registration RINGWOOD, N.J. -- Registration has begun for Ringwood Parks, Recreation & Events Department youth volleyball, for boys and girls in sixth through eighth grades. "Register now to claim your spot," the Rec Department notes. Registration is limited: do so here. The program is free and open to youth from Ringwood, Wanaque and Haskell. The program will be from 6:30-8 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, from April 18 until June 8. Lakeland Regional High School will host the sessions, in its old gym, at 205 Conklintown Rd., in Wanaque.

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Events

Tenafly Chemical and Alcohol Prevention Organizes Lecture At High School TENAFLY, N.J. -- The Tenafly Chemical and Alcohol Prevention program will be holding an event at the Tenafly High School on Monday, April 4. Tenafly Police Department works closely with CAP, in an effort to educate and prevent drug abuse in Tenafly. The police department urges residents to "Please make an effort to attend." The presentation will begin at 7 p.m. The high school is located at 19 Columbus Dr.

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Schools

'Hello Dolly' Arrives At Brewster High School In April BREWSTER, N.Y. -- Brewster High School will presents the classic musical "Hello Dolly!" as its spring musical production, with performances Thursday through Saturday, April 7-9.It's based on the play "The Matchmaker," by Thornton Wilder, with a Tony Award winning book by Michael Stewart and music and lyrics by Jerry Herman. "Hello Dolly!" tells the story of a charming widow, Dolly Levi. The production is full of memorable songs. "What do you do for a living, Mrs. Levi?" asks Ambrose Kemper in the first scene. "Some people paint, some sew … I medd…

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Schools

Free Educational Forum At The Beacon School This Sunday GREENWICH, Conn. -- The Beacon School will be hosting the 2016 Fairfield County Educational Forum on Sunday, April 3, for families with intellectually curious students. This forum is presented by Scholar Search Associates, designed to support the unique needs of critical and creative thinkers. It is open to anyone who is interested in learning about opportunities. Admission is free. The forum will include presentations and discussions for parents, interactive sessions and mini-courses for students in grades 4-12, and exhibits showcasing local and national resources. Here are some of the…

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Events

Stamford Ferguson's Library 'A Novel Affair' Fundraiser Is Coming in April STAMFORD, Conn. -- "A Novel Affair," the library's spring fundraiser, will be Thursday, April 14. "It's a festive evening of entertainment and fun, with delicious food donated by local restaurants," a news release notes. "This year, we're delighted to honor Ernest N. Abate for his longstanding service to the library and the Stamford community." Individual tickets are $125, and there are lower-price tickets for book-club members and "junior professionals" -- those under 26 and under. You can buy tickets online -- and a variety of sponsorship opportunit…

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Events

Sean Smith Quartet Returns to Fairfield Public Library FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Jazz musician and composer Sean Smith and his Quartet will return to the Fairfield Public Library with new compositions on Sunday, April 3. The Quartet features Smith on bass, John Ellis on saxophone, Nate Radley on guitar and Russell Meissner on drums. They perform regularly in New York City and their most recent recording, "Trust," received rave reviews. The Sean Smith Quartet has played together for nearly 20 years. "Its member share a similar passion and vision for music and this kinship helps to define a distinctive group sound noted for its lyrical…

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

Events

Community Nursery School Of Wilton Hosts Open House Saturday WILTON, Conn. -- Community Nursery School of Wilton is hosting an open house on Saturday, April 2 for prospective families. CNSW offers programs for 2-5 year-olds and is currently enrolling for the 2016-2017 school year. The school is offering a new program beginning in September -- "Afternoon 2s." Come to the school for more information, call 203-762-3436 or visit the website. The open house is from 10 a.m. to noon. The school is located at 9 Hubbard Rd., next to the Wilton Post Office.

by Rachel Martin

03/30/2016

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