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Happy Anniversary! Dads’ Night turns 75 Goffle Brook Farms and Garden Center turns 50 Latour turns 20 • Homemade pasta made on • Voted best prix fix menu by premise by Nonna Carmela Bergen Health & Life Magazine Holiday Best Bets & 201 Magazine 4 years in a row Our gift-giving guide for the upcoming season • Private party room for up to 50 people • On & off premise catering Felina • Voted top 10 most romantic • Open 7 days a week Opens in our iconic bank building places in NJ Ringing in the Season Make your reservation today: 201.857.5100 with our 9th Annual Winterfest! Visit us at: www.pearlridgewood.com Editors Note

t gives me great pleasure to bring to you our premiere issue of I“Downtown with the ridgewood guild.” This issue will familiarize you with all the great events and programs that The Guild produces. In addition, an overview of what Ridgewood has to offer….shopping, dining, professional services, and much more! The heart of Bergen County, Ridgewood is chock full of shops, boutiques, and eateries. Take a stroll down the avenue, or meander down its side streets and you’re sure to find hidden treasures of every kind. Our professional services are amongst Tony Damiano - President and Founder, the best in the country. The Ridgewood Guild Our restaurants provide a wide array of food choices from all over the world. Whether you’re in the mood for Italian, French, Greek, Spanish, or just about any type of Asian, Ridgewood has it all! Grab a cup of coffee or indulge in a sweet delight. Our streets are always lined with al fresco tables for your enjoyment. Speaking of enjoyment, The Ridgewood Guild has something for everyone. Movie fans delight in our sum- mer program, Movies in the Park. Filmmakers of all kind gather in April for our International Film Festival. Amateur, as well as professional musicians take to the streets each summer for Music in the Night. We end the season on a musical high note with our Music Fest in mid-September. Artists are on parade during the summer months for Art in the Park. We end each year, ringing in the Holiday Season with Winterfest. Children of all ages, and their parents gather in Memorial Park at Van Neste Square for what has become a Ridgewood tradition. Complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, candy canes, ice sculptures, arcade games, a trackless train and a horse drawn hay ride hosted by our Guild Elves provide merriment while holiday carols fill the air. So enjoy our magazine and support our downtown throughout the year. Ridgewood truly has something for everyone. The Ridgewood Guild vows to fulfill our mission in….”Creating a Better Ridgewood.”

Vol. 1 Holiday Issue | November 2018

Contributors: Editor Tony Damiano Editorial Betsy Murphy, Dotti Fucito, Lucy Probert, Suzanne Curry, David McCarthy, Mike Feeney, Bruce Brackett, Tony Damiano Art Direction Tony Damiano Layouts Joanne Prieto of BonLapinVC.com Interior Design by Krista Wostbrock Design Columns Betsy Murphy, Best Bets, E. Clarke Travel Photograph by Annie Vanacore Photography Zigi Putnins

Contact Us: interior design | home furnishings | to the trade Are you a Ridgewood Guild member? Have a great story? photo credit:photo Zigi Putnins, [email protected] Interested in having your ads in our future issues? Music in the Night Contact us at [email protected] 225 Goffle Road, Ridgewood NJ 201.445.0807 www.wostbrockhome.com Downtown Magazine printed by Printology LLC 201.345.4632

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Meet Mayor Ramon Hache 5 HOLIDAY SHOWCASE: Holiday Best Bets 6-7 Holiday Celebrations 8-9 Ringing in the Season with Winterfest! 10 All Around Ridgewood with Betsy Murphy 11 Sweetman-Waters Celebrate 30 Years Together by Betsy Murphy 12 NOT FOR PROFITS: Orpheus Club Celebrates 110 Years by Dotti Fucito 13 Social Services: Neighbors Helping Neighbors by Lucy Probert 15 Somerville-Hawes Dads’ Night Celebrates 75 Years 17 The Ridgewood Build(er)s with Paterson Habitat for Humanity by Bruce Brackett 18-19 “Long Way Home”: Jamboree 2019 20-21 Nina Yagupsky: A Lifetime of Symphony by Tony Damiano 25 Goffle Brook Farms and Garden Center Celebrates 50 Years 26-27 INTERIOR DESIGN: “4 Letter Word #@!&!” by Tess Giuliani 30-31 TRAVEL: E. Clarke Travel 37 GOOD EATS! Pearl, The Jewel of Ridgewood by Lucy Probert 42 Latour Restaurant Turns 20 by Betsy Murphy 43 Raymond’s, Feeding Jersey Since 1989 by Lucy Probert 45 That Was Then, This Is Now: Felina Opens in Ridgewood by Tony Damiano 46-47 Hollywood Comes to Ridgewood by Suzanne Curry 52-54 “Wood” Find 56-57 Cash Mobs! and “Sip “n” Shop 58 Member Directory 60-62

Art in the Park sponsored by Pinot’s Palette Next year’s dates: June 7, July 5, and August 2, 2019

2 Downtown with the ridgewood guild ridgewoodguild.com ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the ridgewood guild 3 Experience you can trust, knowledge that you need, service you deserve! Meet Mayor Ramon Hache by Tony Damiano I HAD A CHANCE TO SIT AND CHAT WITH OUR MAYOR, RAMON HACHE. Angele Ekert Sales Associate REALTOR® WE CHATTED ABOUT HIS BACKGROUND AND NJAR Realtors® Circle of Excellence Sales Award 2005, 2007, 2009-2017 THE CHALLENGES HE WILL FACE AS MAYOR FIVE STAR Professional Real Estate Agent 2018 Bergen County Top Real Estate Agent, Bergen Magazine 2017 OF RIDGEWOOD.

DiDirect: 201.774.3487 Office: 201.639.5555 [email protected] A: The main challenge is to evolve to A: We will see some of the remnants BuyInRidgewood.com meet the demands of the 21st cen- of a bye gone era, mainly defunct tury while maintaining the character car dealerships and empty lots, of our Village. We have homeown- replaced with new development. ers burdened by recent changes in We will have better infrastructure tax laws and businesses facing stiff and better parking. Our CBD will competition from online merchants. be more walkable and vibrant and We also have to make necessary will provide a better experience for investments in infrastructure. All shoppers, diners and residents. this in the context of an environ- 55 N. Maple Avenue | Ridgewood, NJ 07450 | prominentproperties.com Q: Where were you born and raised? ment where the costs to deliver high Q: What are some of the accomplish- Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated What schools did you attend? quality services and education to ments you wish to achieve during your our residents and businesses con- tenure as mayor? A: I was born in the Dominican Re- tinually rise. There is a tremendous public and moved to the United balancing act at work. A: I would like to solve our park- States at the age of 9. We initially ing problem as well as improve the lived in Brooklyn, NY and moved to Q: Have you made any adjustments quality of life and safety in our com- Ridgewood four years later. I gradu- career wise to spend more time as munity. I would like to work closer ated Ridgewood High School class mayor? with the County and BOE to better of 1991. share and leverage resources with A: Serving the community comes the goal of stabilizing and even low- Q: How does Ridgewood differ today at a significant cost and sacrifice. ering property taxes. I wish to ac- from when you were a youngster? I have had to make significant ad- complish these things with fairness, justments in my career in order to responsiveness and respect for our A: Today there are more cars on the be able to serve and still have the community. road and less people on the side- time for my family and my faith. walks. Q: Ridgewood is changing. How do Q: How many children do you have you feel about these changes? and what are their ages? A: No change ever happens in a A: Six children: two eleven-year-old vacuum. Yes, Ridgewood is chang- girls, two nine-year-old boys, a six ing but it has always been chang- year old boy and a two year old boy. ing because the world has been. No, we don’t have two sets of twins. Change is never easy, particularly in We have a blended family. communities with deep values and tradition. But I know Ridgewood will Q: What does it mean to you to be the rise to the challenge and find the first Latino mayor? right balance between progress and tradition. A: I feel extremely blessed to be both. I am very proud of my Latino Q: What do you think is in store for heritage. And I am also very proud Ridgewood in the next two to five to serve the community I love. years? Q: What are some of the challenges you will face during your tenure? Above: Mayor Hache; Right: Mayor Hache with wife Tina and Ramon Jr. dining at Stella Restaurant this past summer photo credit: credit:photo photo Zigi Zigi Putnins, Putnins, [email protected] [email protected]

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4 HOLIDAY SHOWCASE Holiday Best Bets Ridgewood has it all! Carlo’s Bakery Our choices for Holiday Best Bets for all your gift-giving needs. Christmas Cookies $4.95 Mango Jam New Lori C. Mitchell figurines. A Mango Jam Exclusive $34.95 each.

Carlo’s Bakery Hanukkah and Snowflake Fondant Cookies $4.95 Hot Jewelry Box “Starry Night” crystal bag. In gold, silver, and amber $189.99 Red Velvet Luxe 1920’s inspired Shema Necklaces cubic bib necklace. Town and Country Apothecary Sm. Necklace - $45.00 In gold, silver, gun metal, Estee Lauder Holiday Blockbuster Lg. necklace - $120.00 Wostbrock Home dark red and iridescent. $68.00 with any $45.00 Estee Lauder purchase. French Cade Lavendar $98.99 12 full sizes for the price of one. Backyard Living 123 Oz. Hearth Candle A $440.00 value 25% off with this ad! Musical revolving TV’s $198.00 Small, $80.00 Large: $180.00 Gardiner and Co. Lipstick red Donald Pliner boots - $258.00 Italian red leather gloves - $175.00

Biltmore Tuxedos Mango Jam Cool men’s socks A seasonal favorite… $12.00 Fraser Fir Asst. prices

B. Witching Bath Co. Gigi’s Boutique Olive R. Twist First Snow Lotion and Cleanser Gift Set Camophlage bag features a handle Custom gift baskets for all your Dparz Shoes Fresh, brisk, and clean aromas of the first and cross body strap. holiday and everyday needs. Malha Royal Blue Ruffled Bootie snow fall. Pre-packed for easy giving. $120.00 $39.95 $159.00 $25.00

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RHS Bands Memorial Park | Van Neste Square Downtown for the Holidays Fri. Nov. 30 – 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the tree lighting ’ The Ridgewood Singers Winter Concert Sat. Dec. 1 – 2:30 PM Menorah Lighting First Presbyterian Church 722 E. Ridgewood Avenue (above) Woman’s Club Holiday Concert: Jennifer Green, Patty Lazzara, ’ he 6th Annual celebration of Chanukah in the Park will commence this Kristen Plumley, Beverly O-Regan NJ Choral Society Tyear on Sunday, December 2, 2018, at Memorial Park at Van Neste Thiele, David Maiullo; Square. Festivities will begin at 5:30 PM, with a Menorah lighting, music, Festival of Lessons and Carols Sat. Dec. 4 – 7:30 PM refreshments and special treats for the kids. All are welcome to attend (right) The Chamber of West Side Presbyterian Church and to celebrate this Festival of Lights. Commerce presents… 6 S. Monroe St. Beginning in 2013, four Village of Ridgewood resident moms, Nicole Co- “Downtown for the Holidays” hen, Lara Harelick, Michele Opper and Esther Zuckerman, along with the Tree Lighting Friday, ’ assistance of Temple Israel and Jewish Community Center established November 30 (approximate a yearly tradition to prominently display a Menorah throughout the eight- time of tree lighting Ars Musica Holiday day holiday of Chanukah in Van Neste Square. With the generous sup- 7:30 PM) Sat. Dec. 8 – 7:00 PM port of the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey, this tradition has Bethlehem Lutheran Church been able to continue. 155 Linwood Ave. As in years past, there will be a lighting held on each of the ADDITIONAL ’ seven nights, after the December 2 celebration: Orpheus Club Men’s Chorus December 3, 2018 4:30 PM lighting Sat. Dec. 8 – 7:30 & Sun. Dec. 9 – 4:00 Ridgewood United Methodist Church December 4, 2018 4:30 PM lighting 100 Dayton St. December 5, 2018 4:30 PM lighting ’ December 6, 2018 4:30 PM lighting Lunchtime Holiday Concert at The Woman’s Club with Kristen Plumley December 7, 2018 4:00 PM lighting Fri. Dec. 14 – 12:45 PM 215 W. Ridgewood Ave. December 8, 2018 5:30 PM lighting December 9, 2018 4:30 PM lighting ’ Friends of Music Concert For additional information or to make a donation and support this Fri. Jan. 11 - – 7:00 PM annual tradition, please contact Esther Zuckerman at ezuckie@yahoo. George Washington Middle School com or 917-744-2206.

8 Downtown with the ridgewood guild ridgewoodguild.com ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the ridgewood guild 9 Ringing in the Season with... All Around with Betsy Murphy Ridgewood ell, a person can man who died earlier this corner of Ridgewood and Chestnut Wstay quiet for year. The tree will be cut the old bank building is beginning just so long and then from the yard of Clinch’s to show life again, with Felina Res- there’s just so much wife’s twin sister. His taurant making its entrance, just in to talk about. Tess family will light the tree. time for holiday parties. Executive he Ridgewood Guild’s Winterfest has become Giuliani gives you the Mayor Ramon Hache will chef and co-owner, Anthony Bucco, Ta Ridgewood tradition. In its 9th year, our 2018 scoop on Winterfest, preside. On stage will be will overlook a facility with an event Winterfest will take place on Saturday, Novem- which kicks off Saturday the RHS Marching Band; space for 200 and a dining room ber 24. The fun begins at noon Nov. 24 in Memorial Park Boy Scouts will sing the National seating 90. The bar, with room for in Memorial Park at Van Neste (Van Neste Square) at noon and runs Anthem; Porch Light Theater Kids 18, will offer a tasting menu. Rooftop Square. Music, ice sculptures, until 3 pm with wondrous happen- will entertain. Lynn Needle will have dining, which has whetted the appe- arcade games, story telling, ings including a horse drawn hayride, young dancers from her Art of Mo- tite of would-be diners, is expected complimentary hot chocolate, a trackless train for children and their tion dance troupe to delight the audi- to open in the spring, with its living cookies, candy canes and a folks to hop on board for a ride within ence. From the site of the tree, there wall of shrubs for privacy. Valet park- horse drawn hay ride around the park, ice sculptures and two mu- will be music in the street throughout ing will be available, so you have no town. Even Santa himself will sical groups: Orpheus Men’s Choral the evening as people stroll and en- concerns except when to make res- be there! To be a volunteer elf Group and Ars Musica. Raymond’s joy the joyful atmosphere. Santa will ervations and with whom. Enjoy! email us at ridgewoodguild@ will offer complimentary hot choco- be in the park and in his house and aol.com. late and in the park there will be ar- can be seen the following day on a Keep your eyes open when you go cade games, reading of Christmas fire truck on Ridgewood Ave en route see Dana Glazer’s movie, “A Case stories, face painting, a vendor tent to Columbia Bank where he will be of Blue.” The Ridgewood writer-di- with gifts for sale and Santa Claus available for photos from 10 am to rector shot almost the entire movie himself strolling among the crowd. 1 pm Sat, Dec. 1, before returning in the village, using many locals in C’mon out for a brisk day in the park to Van Neste Square. On Saturday, cameo appearances. Rosie McCooe and a good look at what you can dis- there will be a free movie for children has a speaking role, as does Brad cover in the local shops, all the while at the Warner Bow Tie Theater on Forenza and Jennifer Montague, who walking off that big Thanksgiving din- Ridgewood Avenue. brought her whole family along. You ner. Still hungry? You might find a can spot papa, Mark, as well as the good restaurant for a quick bite or a Lighting of the Menorah will take kids, Maeve, Finian, Quinn and Mu- fancy feast around almost any cor- place Sun. Dec 2, 5:30 pm, with riel, cavorting in a scene or two. You ner. Rabbi David Fine of Temple Israel might also catch a glimpse of Angel accompanied by the songs of young Ekert, Joyce Schimmel, Tony Dami- Momentum keeps on going the fol- children. ano, Maggie and Tom DeVita or Lou lowing weekend when festivities be- Fucito. gin at 5:30 pm Friday, Nov. 30 right This is the sixth year we will have the in the center of town. RHS March- lighting of the Menorah, on the cor- John Palatucci, with the fantastic ing Band will start things off, with ner of Van Neste Square and Memo- Ron Levy at the piano, presents the the RHS Holiday Chorus joining in. rial Park. There will be hot chocolate, Orpheus Club’s Men Chorus Holi- Jamboree could be rocking around chocolate gelt, dreidels, jelly donuts day program Dec 8, 7:30 pm Dec.9, the Village clock at about the same and goody bags for the children, with 4 pm at United Methodist. With the time and Santa Claus himself will be treats for adults as well. For the other contagion of Palatucci’s enthusiasm setting up shop in Van Neste Square 7 nights of Channukah, the Menorah and charisma, this group of men- for the evening. The marching band will be lit: Dec. 3,4,5 and 6 at 4:30 who-love-to-sing seem to get bet- will parade right up to the stage for pm; Friday, Dec 7 at 4 pm; Sat. Dec. ter every year. Proof of the pudding: the lighting of the tree, which this 8 at 5:30 and Dec. 9 at 4:30 pm. Ev- the hall has been sold out for both year will be dedicated to Carlton- eryone is welcome. performances for the last few years. Everybody knows to get there early, Clinch, well loved village business- Meanwhile down the block at the (continue to pg. 59)

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Sweetman-Waters and NJCS celebrate 30 years together

hen Linda Sweetman-Waters one thing she wanted was to leave Wwalks out on stage, her blond the group in good shape for the next hair bouncing gently to her ener- music director. getic step, in her blue sequined gown, or her slim black pants suit That next director was Eric Dale (she’s always elegantly attired). You Knapp. He had done rehearsals with see a woman exuding confidence, a the group, was offered and accepted woman with a purpose. the post. “He and I clicked from the beginning,” says Linda. “We have a She smiles to her audience as she very good working relationship.” approaches the organ. An inanimate object, we know. But wait - do you Under Knapp’s creative leadership, sense it? Was that a shiver from this the chorus has grown gleefully and King of Instruments? A palpitation globally, learning new techniques, within its pipes? Sitting, Linda runs new music, new genres, new lan- her fingers over the keys. The huge guages. In a season they present instrument purrs and bursts into life. spiritual, classic, pop, Broadway. There is a chemistry, a physical con- Every performance is a new gift to nection between played and player. unwrap. Linda Sweetman-Waters, 30 years and going strong The audience, feeling that chemistry, A soloist debuts, a duet emerges, shares one big communal grin. and as the singers have grown, so “Things have changed the last 15 Linda is smiling as well, feeling so at has the family. years. Eric has used videos. He has showmanship,” says Linda, then home. She started piano at 7, organ “Our goal,” says Knapp is always for at 10. asks him, “How would you describe a surprise.” our sound? Earning a bachelor’s degree magna “It’s an enormous journey, a real cum laude from Fairleigh Dickin- Pondering, he says, “a depth in the period of growing trust,” he smiles. sound; a lot of potential for depth son Teaneck, she was the organist “The group reinvented itself. They at Emanuel Baptist Church for 20 and sound. We have a variety of tal- are very resilient. We’re a real com- ent. The Choral can shift from one years, played at Upper Ridgewood munity, an extended family “ Community Church for eight, was sound style to another. I’m proud of an adjunct professor at William Pa- Eric puts the programs together in the singers’ ability to come to re- terson College, taught private les- collaboration with Linda. “Eric made hearsal and read the music. It’s a sons and was part of the Trio Clas- me work very hard,” insists Linda. constant mystery of how to do that. sique with Gretchen Lochner, cellist “It’s called vision.” he flashes back.” A quality. The singers appreciate with the NJ Symphony, before Le- pursuing excellence.” “He brings out the best. Expects me nora Thom asked her to “just come Then he states, “the greatest thing and play for a couple of rehearsals to read his mind, but I don’t all the time.” is Linda and me working together - for New Jersey Choral Society,” re- some call us a Dream Team.” He’s calls Linda, “then begged me to play “We’re never done growing,” he obviously pleased at that, admitting, for all of them.” She became their continues, “beauty, skills, repertoire. “It’s very difficult to do what we do. accompanist and a close friend of We don’t just learn a technique and That relationship doesn’t exist every- Lenora. “She was beloved,” says move on. There’s a certain ebb and where.” Linda. “When she left in 2002, the flow.’ (continue to pg. 50)

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KEN E HIC VE C RY D D Social Service Association IE A R Y by Lucy Probert F 7 he Social Service Association of WHAT ARE SOME OF THE PRO- ANGELE: We have a board at SSA of 2 SALMON SEARING Ridgewood & Vicinity has opened GRAMS THAT SSA OFFERS? about 32 members and we’d like to TURTLE SUNDAES T its doors to families in need for over have more people join. It’s a working 100 years. Its Red Door at the Ridge- Ann: We serve about 125 clients from board so the commitment is that ev- wood train station is the heart of the those 6 towns who qualify for assis- eryone is required to do something, organization, offering a food pantry as tance. We can help with food from whether it’s the pantry or fundraising 8 3 well as supplemental financial assis- the pantry, food vouchers to Stop & or one of our holiday programs. We’re BARISTAS FROTHING FRENCH TOASTS tance and case management servic- Shop, PSEG and water bills, rent or always looking for new volunteers to es. Serving clients who qualify in six mortgage, childcare, summer camp make the commitment to help out. area towns (Ridgewood, Glen Rock, programs, holiday gifts and birthday It’s one of the most rewarding ex- Ho-Ho-Kus, Waldwick, Wyckoff and bags. We can also provide the mak- periences I’ve ever been involved in 4 ings of a Thanksgiving dinner for each 9 Midland Park) SSA has been an inte- because you see the results, you see CUPS OF CHILI of our families. EGGS A’FRYING gral part of the Village through local our clients’ faces when they come volunteers and generous businesses HOW HAVE THE COMMUNITY, into the pantry and are able to pick who often step up BUSINESSES AND RESIDENTS, out just what they need, with many with assistance. HELPED IN YOUR MISSION? healthy options offered. We are one We talked recently of the only self-service food pantries 5 with SSA co-presi- ANN: We are 100% funded by do- in the area. ONION RINGS 10 dents Angele Ekert nations whether it’s food drives from LINE COOKS and Ann Levitan schools or local organizations to And it’s all possible because of our COOKING about the need stock our pantry or fundraisers to help volunteers and the businesses in for their organiza- with financial assistance and camp town that support us. Kings runs our tion and how their programs. It’s amazing how many Red Door Bag program where cus- 11 volunteers and charitable local busi- local people help us out: Elementary tomers can pay for already packed BURGERS bags of groceries sitting at the check- GRILLING nesses are its heart and soul. schools in town have held coin drives to raise money for camps. They also out line, then those bags are picked ARE YOU SURPRISED THAT SOME have donated items for our Birthday up and delivered to our pantry at the 6 PEOPLE AREN’T AWARE OF THE train station. Stores in town like Mango CHOCOLATE Bags which is all of the makings of a SOCIAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION (continue to pg. 59) 12 birthday like cake mix, candles, wrap- PUDDINGS AND THE WORK YOU DO? SERVERS ping paper, so that families can have SERVING ANN LEVITAN: While the community a special birthday for their children. as a whole has embraced us I’m al- We also have a holiday gift-giving ways surprised when I meet people program where sponsors are given a who are unaware that SSA exists, family’s wish list of gifts and they pro- who have lived here for years not vide them the items to wrap and give knowing who we are or have the mis- to their children. conception that our clients are from ANGELE: One of our largest pro- out of this area and homeless. But grams is the Thanksgiving Food Drive those we serve come from very close where area schools, churches, busi- by. nesses and individuals donate food ANGELE EKERT: They’re our neigh- and their time to put together every- bors, people who have fallen on hard thing needed for a traditional Thanks- times, who maybe get sick or lose giving dinner. A lot of people are (from left) Corrie Gaffoglio, Ann Levitan, their job. And we’re here to help; our needed to help make this work. Angele Ekert and Barb Crowe at 7th Annual Park Charity. hope is that our help will be tempo- TELL US ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE rary until they can get back on their OF YOUR VOLUNTEERS? feet. MONTCLAIR · 28 CHURCH STREET · 973 744 9263 · RIDGEWOOD · 101 E. RIDGEWOOD AVENUE · 201 445 5125 WWW.RAYMONDSNJ.COM · ASK US ABOUT LARGE PARTY ACCOMMODATIONS ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the ridgewood guild 15 Dads’ Night Celebrates Its COLLEGE CLUB by Mike Feeney th Empowering Women with Education for over 100 years 75 Year ow much can a community was then—and still is-- for the kids. often times clever parodies of TV Do you love to learn? Hchange in the span of seventy- shows and movies popular with the five years? The first Dads’ Night in 1944 was kids. Numerous Somerville alumni, such a success that the Dads who some of whom are today well into In the case of the neighborhoods of took part continued it and made their sixties and seventies, still count JOIN COLLEGE CLUB the Somerville and Hawes schools, it an annual tradition, even as the these shows as some of their fond- quite a bit. For one, neither of the two War ended and life returned to nor- est childhood memories. Many also OUR MISSION IS: schools actually existed seventy five mal. By the mid-1950s, Somerville speak of the bonds of friendship and years ago. The site where Somerville Dads’ Night, as it was then known, camaraderie that their own fathers • To enable qualified students to pursue advanced School later rose in the early 1950s was putting on a variety show for found in Dads’ Night. was known as Paramus Plains Cem- that school’s kids, their moms, their education through grants-in-aid and interest-free etery. The entire neighborhood south neighbors, and their friends every In the mid-1960s, a growing school student loans. of Grove Street—today known as March. Tickets were sold and dona- population necessitated the con- the Ridgewood Lawns—was, sev- tions were solicited from local busi- struction of Hawes School in the ex- • To encourage the continued intellectual, enty-five years ago, a celery farm. ness; the proceeds would enable treme south end of the Village. The social, and educational growth of our The President was Franklin Delano the school to purchase items that students assigned to Hawes had Roosevelt, and New York City was could enhance any learning environ- previously attended Somerville, and it members with monthly programming still home to three major league ment—filmstrip projectors, record was only right that their Dads contin- and guest speakers. baseball teams. It is likely that at the players, musical instruments, and ue to take part in Dads’ Night. Thus, time no home in the Village of Ridge- the like. Dozens of Dads from the the organization became known as wood had a functioning television Somerville School community would Somerville-Hawes Dads’ Night, the set. Overseas, the Second World work for weeks—typically in strictest name it still bears to this day. Since its inception in 1913, War raged, and our village felt its im- secrecy—to put on shows that were College Club has raised and donated pact the same way that count- While individual dads came and less other communities of our left, the spirit and purpose of over $4.1 million in grants and loans. nation did; indeed, over a dozen the Dads’ Night organization re- faculty members of Ridgewood mained steadfast, which was to Our 250+ members engage in learning High School left their classrooms put on an annual show for the pur- for the battlefield. Hundreds of pose of raising funds for the two opportunities while hosting events to raise funds. young men who were recent schools, and have a tremendous Come help us empower the next generation of women. graduates of RHS departed for amount of fun while doing it. To military service while still in their this day, the dads of Dads’ Night teens. More than a few never still write, direct, and produce ev- returned. For those who stayed ery show, just as they have for the behind, it was a time of rationing, past seven-and-a-half decades. of sacrifice, and of uncertainty. Long ago, live music for the show Such trying times, however, was provided by a group of dads brought neighbors together in who called themselves “The Dads’ a search for the bonds of com- Night Orchestra”; today, the live munity. Scarce resources such music is performed by “The Dads’ as sugar, milk, and bread were Night Band”. The skits of Dads’ shared. Family, friends, and Night have kept in step with the community came together. But, spirit of the times. For more information or to request a membership application, in the case of Dads’ Night, it Dad’s Night Cover Arts: (upper left, clock-wise) 1978, 1959, 1967 and 2006 (continue to pg. 59) please visit our website www.collegeclubofnorthernnj.org. ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the Ridgewood Guild 17 The Ridgewood “Build(er)s” by Bruce Brackett & Paterson Habitat for Humanity

n the mid 1800s, farmers in Ridge- Habitat for Humanity. Paterson Habitat was officially char- Iwood would load wagons with tered as an affiliate of Habitat for wheat, barley and strawberries to This non-profit organization is de- Humanity International in 1984, and make the short but jarring trip to mar- voted to partnering with low-income ever since then it has had a very spe- ket in Paterson. When the Paterson families to help them build and buy cial relationship with Ridgewood. & Ramapo Railroad (later the Erie) homes while revitalizing distressed came through the village in 1848, it urban neighborhoods. All incoming Village residents, businesses, church- eased the trip and reinforced Ridge- families put in 400 hours of volunteer es and civic groups have consistently wood’s connection to Paterson. labor known as “sweat equity”, of- supported Paterson Habitat’s battle ten working side by side with Habi- against poverty housing and support- Now the farms are long gone and tat’s volunteer construction crews. ed its conviction that everyone needs commuter trains whistle through Pa- Low-income people with good credit a decent place to call home. Habitat terson taking Ridgewood people to and a solid work history are given the volunteers built their first house in Pa- jobs in New York City. But there is chance to buy a home at an afford- terson in 1985, since then the orga- one dynamic Ridgewood/Paterson able price with a small down pay- nization has helped over 300 families connection that grows stronger every ment and a zero-interest mortgage become homeowners and it’s work- year, our partnership with Paterson issued by Habitat. ing to revitalize some of the city’s

(above) from left, Kathryn Schimdt; Mary Meakem, Lisa Williamson, Brenda Gallagher, Kathryn Schimdt, Gina Damiano, Gail Price and Joanne Archer; Wayne Angelbeck & Jim Quinlan; Mary Meakem. most distressed neighborhoods. John and his wife Beverly, also a Elizabeth’s Episcopal and West Side Habitat volunteer, were members of Presbyterian. Ridgewood has been part of that Lisa Williamson, Paterson Habitat volunteer and the First Presbyterian Church. The Ridgewood Guild founding VP. progress from the beginning. congregation there became a friend Among civic organizations, the Ridge- “Ridgewood’s of Paterson Habitat early and they wood Hobbyists and Ridgewood AM The late Dr. John Rosengren, a bi- have continued to support the orga- Rotary have been active Paterson ology professor at William Paterson Habitat supporters for years. University and longtime civic volun- nization with generous donations and connection to teer in Ridgewood, was a Paterson enthusiastic volunteers. Ridgewood people have reached out Habitat pioneer. John lent his leader- Other longtime Paterson Habitat to Paterson Habitat as board mem- ship skills to help the new organiza- supporters among the Ridgewood bers and donors, fundraisers and fi- Paterson Habitat tion find its feet and used his building church community include Emanuel nancial consultants, lawyers and, of skills as a construction volunteer. Baptist, Our Lady of Mount Car- course, members of the volunteer mel, United Methodist Church, St. construction crews associated with gets stronger every year” (continue to pg. 54) 18 Downtown with the ridgewood guild ridgewoodguild.com ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the ridgewood guild 19 by David McCarthy

ince 1947, The Jamboree Schol- ness community has been generous The 2019 Jamboree show, directed Sarship Fund has channeled the in their financial support of RHS Jam- by Rosie McCooe, is centered on a generosity of the Ridgewood com- boree. From the major healthcare group of young adults lost in New munity towards helping Ridgewood facilities, to the banks, to the restau- York City, and the songs and dance High School (RHS) families of gradu- rants, to service providers such as they encounter as they take the Long ating seniors bridge the gap between hair dressers, painters and dog walk- Way Home. Our cast consists of college savings and total college ers, the business community has Jamboree alumni, newbies and even costs. In the last four years, Jambo- annually purchased ads in the Jam- a couple of Broadway veterans. Ev- ree has raised and distributed over boree show journal. As a registered eryone is ready to give their all to put $500,000.00 in scholarship money. 501(c)(3) non-profit, those ads paid on a great show, raise scholarship to the Jamboree Scholarship Fund money, and make some new friends Every January, RHS parents, direct- are tax-deductable. Beyond the tax in the process. If you would like to ed and coached by former profes- deductibility, the community’s gener- be involved in RHS Jamboree or you sional actors, singers and dancers, osity stems from a shared commit- would like to purchase tickets early, learn the words, music and steps ment to our kids. There is even a col- visit us at rhsjamboree.org or email in a freewheeling production. The lective hope that by helping our kids the Producers at producers@rhsjam- Jamboree family then performs the reach their education goals, some of boree.org. variety show over four nights in early them will come back to the ‘Wood as February. The quality of the Jam- parents and make a similar commit- A Jamboree 2019 donation cam- boree show may be considered off- ment to the next generation. paign has also begun at gofundme. Broadway, but the enthusiasm and com/rhs-jamboree-2019. the energy of the cast and crew is The work on Jamboree 2019’s “Long always on fleek. The audiences for Way Home” show has already begun. photo credit: these shows are a cross-section of Although auditions recently conclud- (right) Zigi Putnins, zpfotos@outlookcom the Jamboree alumni and the fami- ed, the show’s Producers still invite lies, neighbors, friends of the actors any and all parents of RHS students in the show. As the show ends on to contact them about becoming each of the four nights in February, part of a great charity and a fantas- the actors and crew take their bows, tic community of friends. There is a the stage lights fade to blue, and 125 role for everybody and you may have people stand on stage to sing the an- more talent than you even know. them, “Thank you Ridgewood.” This If you don’t like being on the stage, ritual demonstrates how much all in- you can join the backstage team, as- volved in Jamboree care about the sisting those who are designing and Village of Ridgewood and its children. building scenery, controlling the light- ing/sound and assembling the ward- Year after year, the Ridgewood busi- robe costumes.

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by Dotti Fucito

s the Orpheus Club Men’s Cho- The Orpheus Club soon established The Club’s Roland Arus of Ridgewood prepares for itself as a significant cultural organi- Meyer Scholarship their 110th year with concerts in De- zation in the Tri-State area with per- is awarded annu- cember and April, let’s take a look at formances at the Brooklyn Academy ally to a high school the oldest of Ridgewood’s musical of Music, Madison Square Garden, senior pursuing the study of music groups. Before the George Washing- Asbury Park Convention Hall, Radio after graduation. For more informa- ton Bridge, before television, before City Music Hall, the NBC Radio Stu- tion on the scholarship application, super highways, and when Ridge- dio, Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Cen- visit www.ridgewoodorpheus.org. wood Village consisted of 5,000 resi- ter. The Orpheus Club has also par- dents, Orpheus began making won- ticipated in several historical events, Under the able direction of John Pal- derful music - and they are still going including: the 1929 Philadelphia In- atucci since 1990, and pianist/assis- strong! Today the Club’s singers hail ternational Exposition celebrating the tant director, Ron Levy (2004), The from Bergen, Passaic, Essex and 150th anniversary of the signing of Orpheus repertoire include varied Rockland Counties. the Declaration of Independence; the music genres ranging from Classical, 1932 New York Bicentennial Con- Broadway, Pop, Glee Club, Ameri- On October 11, 1909, eight men met cert celebrating the birth of George can Folk Songs, and Doo Wop. at a Ridgewood house, known as Washington; and the 1939 and 1964 The Orpheus Club’s December Con- ‘The Cottage’, to discuss forming a New York World’s Fairs. men’s singing group. A week later, certs under the direction of John Pal- ten men met at the Village Library, Throughout its history, the Orpheus atucci (1990) and pianist/assistant then located in the First National Club Men’s Chorus has performed director, Ron Levy (2004), will feature Bank Building, and began singing to- with fellow musical groups, such as guest soloist, Kristen Plumley, and gether under the direction of Ridge- the Ridgewood Symphony Orches- be held on Saturday, December 8th wood resident, DeWitt Clinton, Jr. tra, the New Jersey Wind Sympho- at 7:30pm and Sunday, December Today 45 to 50 singers perform with ny, the Ridgewood Choral, and the 9th at 4pm at the United Methodist the Club. Adelphi Chamber Orchestra. The Church, 100 Dayton Street, Ridge- Club also supports local organiza- wood NJ. For more information, call Dewitt Clinton, was the great-great- tions including the Women’s Club of 201-677-8439. grand-nephew of George Clinton, Ridgewood, the Valley Hospital, the The Orpheus Club Men’s Chorus is former Governor of New York and American Red Cross, the Ridgewood Vice President of the United States, open to men of all ages and back- Arts Festival, the Kasschau Memo- grounds, who like to sing! For more and the great-grandnephew of De- rial Shell, the Old School House Mu- Witt Clinton, also a Governor of New information about the organization, seum, the Ridgewood Chamber of please contact the Orpheus Club York and best known as the ‘Father Commerce, the Ridgewood’s Fourth of the Erie Canal’. Other illustrious by email at ocmc.ridgewood@gmail. of July Parade, and the Ridgewood com or call 201-677-8439. musical Directors are Frank Kass- Guild. Orpheus has also performed chau (1930-1944) and his son, How- at the Paramus Veterans Memorial Portions of these historical facts were ard Kasschau (1944-1962). Home, with the Rutgers Glee Club derived from historical sketches by and for the Jersey Jackals. Jerry Wyckoff and Charles Austin.

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by Lucy Probert Made Fresh at by Betsy Murphy ack in 2011 when Closter restau- ternut Squash Ravioli along rateur Max Viola was looking for with entrees made with the Latour B a location to open Pearl Restaurant, finest meat, fish and vegeta- his latest venture, there were many bles available. They also pre- options in Bergen County but Ridge- pare dishes from neighboring wood stood out. “You’re always Wyckoff’s Goffle Road Poultry looking for the best spot and when Farm with options like Chicken this property on South Broad, a block Capricciosa and Chicken Tori- turnstouch of old world charm where manners are observed,! from the train station, became avail- nese. Monday through Thurs- Aelegance still exists, serenity can be shared, Latour Res- able we knew it was the right one,” day Pearl also offers a Prix taurant has been a magical part 20of Ridgewood for more than he says. Truly a family business, at Fixe 3-course menu and many 20 years. Tucked into a private corner of the village, with white Pearl Max’s son Maximilian is the of their delicious desserts are tablecloths and sparkling glassware, it could be a Paris bistro. manager and his mother Nonna Car- prepared tableside. mela cooks the pasta fresh daily. Michael Latour opened his restaurant in 1997, “She was born in Sicily and all of the This year Pearl received a Readers’ Choice award from Bergen Magazine “I was apprehensive,” he admits, “but busy from the start“ pasta and sauces are fresh for every Then,” he adds with a smile, “the phone got too noisy.” meal,” Max says. The rest of their in the Prix Fixe menu category and Pearl Restaurant American Italian Nouvelle Cuisine their Guinness Braised Beef Short 17 S. Broad Street His reputation grew and kept growing. menu is prepared by Pearl’s chef and Ribs was 201 Magazine’s Favorite 201 857-5100 served in an elegant dining room with Meal in Bergen in 2015. Dinner is pearlridgewood.com With sous chefs, Michael was at the helm, but with the arrival touches of the restaurant’s signature served seven days a week. “There of Anders Carlson eight years ago, he has felt very confident shade of violet. Included on the menu are a lot of dining options in Ridge- with his performance in the kitchen. wood,” says Max. “We think we have are many variations of pasta, such as He gestures to Anders, as the pair sit at one of the tables Pappardelle Al Sugo (with braised the best, most authentic dinners, from Italian to classic American fare.” in the inviting atmosphere of the sunlit dining room, recently pork ragout) and House Made But- renovated by Mango Interiors. “He’s The Chef,” says Michael with admiration. Anders replies quickly, and with a smile. “He’s the charming Strawberry Zabaglione one at the front. 2 large egg yolks at room temperature They agree they have a great working relationship. “We’re al- 3/4 cup marsala wine ways on the same page,” says Michael. Says Anders, “On 1/2 cup sugar our day off, we go fishing together.” 1 pt sliced strawberries

Step 1: Put the egg yolks, the marsala, and then the sugar into a large stainless- With one of the few French restaurants in Bergen County, that steel bowl. Set the bowl over a large saucepan filled with 1 inch of barely sim- working relationship produces such offerings as Beef Welling- mering water. Using a hand-held electric mixer on low speed or a whisk, beat ton, Cassoulet, Rack of Lamb and Dover Sole presented and the egg-yolk mixture until it is hot and the mixture forms a ribbon when the beaters are lifted, 5 to 8 minutes. Don’t cook the zabaglione for too long, or it deboned at tableside. will curdle. They attract a sophisticated clientele. “They travel, appreci- Step 2: Put the strawberries in stemmed glasses or in bowls. Top with the hot ate French cuisine,” says Michael. Guests who know ask to zabaglione and serve the dessert immediately. be called when delicacies such as octopus, braised rabbit or roast duck are on the menu. Souffle is served only during the week. Weekends are too busy to give that dish the proper amount of time. (continue to pg. 56)

(Left middle) Michael Latour and Anders Carlson

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or years at their original location The food doesn’t disap- Fon Church Street in Montclair, point, whether it’s Ray- Raymond’s co-founders Raymond mond’s Pancakes with Badach and Joanne Ricci heard pure Berkshires maple syr- from people that they should open up for ‘breakfast all day’, a a second restaurant in Ridgewood. Four Cheese Grilled Cheese or Ham- Their casual atmosphere and lively ”Ridgewood came up a lot,” says burger for lunch or their signature décor (cool colorful seltzer bottles Joanne. After some convincing and Buttermilk Fried Chicken for dinner, line the walls) suits one and all. “This a drive to the Village with a real es- the food is delicious, fresh and made has been a great place for us,” says tate agent, they found exactly what in-house. Though inspired by tradi- Joanne. “Every day when I look out they were looking for on the cor- tional diners, which offers something the window and see the park and all ner of Ridgewood Avenue and Oak for everyone they consider them- of the people who have embraced us Street. “Right across the street from selves more of a casual American here, we couldn’t have asked for a Van Neste Park and the clock tow- Bistro style restaurant. “Everything better town to be in.” er which is the heart of Ridgewood we serve is fresh, nothing frozen or Raymond’s was this property that was available. bought pre-made,” says Joanne. “It’s 101 E. Ridgewood Avenue It was the right size and it was just the best quality food and that’s very 201.445.5125 perfect,” she says. Although it took important to us.” A hub for breakfast, raymondsnj.com several months to get it looking just lunch and dinner, Raymond’s works the way they wanted it to, it was well for everyone; from parents with little worth the wait and they couldn’t be kids, to branch dates to a single per- happier with the result. son sitting at the counter for coffee.

Tomato, Fennel and White Bean Soup 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 cups onions, julienne 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced (reserve 2 cups tops) 1 tsp fennel Seed, ground 1 ea. bay leaf 2-28 oz. cans whole plum tomatoes (drained & seeded, chopped reserving 1 cup liquid) 1 qt vegetable or chicken stock

In a 3 qt. sauce pot place white beans, reserved fennel tops and 1 qt. water. Simmer for 1 hour or until beans are starting to become tender, adding water if necessary to keep beans covered.

Meanwhile in a 5 qt. pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic, onions and fennel. Cook briefly then add the ground fennel seed. Continue cooking, stirring occa- sionally until translucent, about 10 -12 minutes. Add diced tomatoes, reserved juice and stock and simmer 10 -15 minutes. When beans are done, drain, and add to the soup. Continue to simmer together until beans are soft and soup thickens slightly. Season to taste with salt and fresh ground black pepper.

Serve with a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese on top.

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the overall din- 3 - 9 feet will fill the ceiling creating ing experience a spectacular focal point. The res- The counter will taurant has an amazing design and be for a tast- offers a few unique experiences. The ing menu only. rear of the vault has been opened The menu will and will now function as a dining feature 7 to 15 room. The safety deposit boxes courses, price have been preserved. As well as the Built circa 1930, formerly Citizens Bank, then Bank of based on mar- huge door to the vault. The restau- ket conditions rant will feature many reclaimed ele- America, most recently Fish Urban Dining, this iconic with reserva- ments. Steel from the vault has been building will now be the home of Felina. It’s stately tions manda- repurposed for bar tops and kitchen structure with gothic revival columns sits prominently tory. Best of all, counters. Wood from the original on the corner of E. Ridgewood Ave. and Chestnut St. a highly antici- barns at the Ryland Inn were repur- pated rooftop posed and used to wrap the walls To the left, once Legget’s, now Town and Country is quite aggressive, tar- dining area is slated to open in the and bar. Apothecary. geting multiple markets spring of 2019. Bucco commented, of the country of Italy, but the menu When asked, “Where does Felina for both the Felina brand “The rooftop dining will be the hot- is driven by seasonality and what take its name from?” Bucco ex- and additional concepts. test spot in the state.” One of the is available from the local farm- plained, “Great question. So the Frank Cretella, a New Jersey developer, reached features will be a “living wall” with ers. Guests can expect a diverse easy answer is we wanted a name ll of Ridgewood is sitting tight, eagerly await- out to Bucco a year ago regarding partnering on shrubs and plants to help shield menu that constantly changes and that evoked a certain feminine/re- ing the opening of Felina This new addition a concept. Cretella already had a working agree- patrons from neighboring buildings. evolves. The target date for opening A fined quality. The food and beverage to town will be coming to our iconic bank building ment to take over the former Fish space at 54 Cool cocktails will be served up by is late November, just in time for holi- program really relies on the build- on the corner of E. Ridgewood Ave. and Chest- E. Ridgewood Ave. Bucco joked, “I don’t know award winning beverage director, day parties and events. Valet parking ing of flavors while balancing deli- nut St. Last month I had a chance to speak with if I so much chose Ridgewood, or Ridgewood Christopher James. James won the will be available for guests. cate textures. Since we secured the award winning, executive chef and co-owner An- chose me.” 2013 “Iron Shaker” award for best name, things like Breaking Brad’s thony Bucco. bartender. So Ridgewood, get ready for the Cretella spearheaded the design. He had a final episode came out which was grand opening of Felina! Bucco, a New Jersey native hails from Aberdeen. unique vision which tends to line up perfectly with The former bank will evolve into the also named Felina. While a nice pop He is credited for being head chef at the popular the development of hospitality destinations. The event space, to be the perfect back- culture answer for a trivia game, it restaurant, The Ryland Inn. He just opened the plan was to create a warm space that tells two drop for that special occasion. A has nothing to do with our restau- first Felina in October in New Hope PA. It’s the different stories, an event space that will seat 200 mezzanine was incorporated for pre- rant.” first restaurant that opened under the Eat Drink people and a sit down restaurant with a capacity function. In addition, a new elevator Conceptually, the food is inspired Celebrate Company, which is a satellite compa- of 90. In addition, 18 seats at the bar and 8 seats was added. A statement light fixture by the culinary style and technique ny of Landmark Hospitality. The plan for growth at the area called the chef’s corner will add to with 68 rings of crystal varying from

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Fantasy and the second movement of the Emperor Concerto, THE NEW JERSEY CHORAL SOCIETY followed by a black tie gala. 18｜19 SEASON Having recently finished transcribing old music written for orchestra Eric Dale Knapp, Artistic Director and Conductor Noelle Dachis, Director, NJCS Festival Youth Chorus to the organ, she claims, “it was a challenge, the kind of challenge Linda Sweetman-Waters, Artist-in-Residence I like,” she concedes, “It’s been a joyful 30 years,” says Linda. “The next 30? I hope to continue to see more growth. My next life I may do more jazz.” FESTIVAL OF LESSONS & CAROLS Saturday, December 1, 2018 Ⅰ 8pm Getting in the last word, Eric says “Linda and I take one concert Sunday, December 2, 2018 Ⅰ 3pm at a time and look for places where we can grow. Little things Church of the Immaculate Conception, Montclair, NJ make a difference and we change. There’s always something new Tuesday, December 4, 2018 Ⅰ 7:30pm to do. We’ve come to enjoy a faithful audience , supportive and West Side Presbyterian Church, Ridgewood, NJ encouraging.” WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT? NJCS Pops Spectacular 9 S. Broad St. Saturday, March 2, 2019 Ⅰ 3pm and 7:30pm West Side Presbyterian Church, Ridgewood, NJ Ridgewood, NJ 201-882-1032 INTO THE LIGHT Saturday, June 8, 2019 Ⅰ 7:30pm West Side Presbyterian Church, Ridgewood, NJ For tickets or subscriptions: Fine European www.NJCS.org 201.379.7719 Pastries This season is made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey Council on the Arts. Eric Dale Knapp conducting NJ Choral

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50 Downtown with the ridgewood guild ridgewoodguild.com ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the ridgewood guild 51 is not to be missed during our stu- much-loved film Home Alone talk- with each film listing the location, The RIDGEWOOD GUILD dent night. One talented student will ing about the goings-on behind the time, film synopsis, and bio for each receive a $500.00 prize! The winners scenes of his films Home Alone, Teen selection. in 5 categories are announced at our Wolf, Mystic Pizza and others. Did INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL Awards Ceremony that takes place you know that Michael J Fox almost In 2019 the Ridgwood Guild Interna- during our spectacular After Party. didn’t do Back to the Future? tional Film Festival will continue with Come Discover The Excitement and Glamour of a Film Festival in downtown Ridgewood the core films screened at the Bow by Suzanne Cury In 2017 the RGIFF expanded to 7 Short Subjects are the backbone Tie Cinema. Next year’s dates are nights. The excitement begins with a of many festivals. The same can be April 24th and 25th at the theater. cademy Award-nominated Ac- NYC, in the tony suburb of Ridge- cinephiles and cineasts alike. Even if Launch Party for filmmakers and film told of Ridgewood’s. A short is just Films can be entered on filmfreeway. Ator Danny Aiello, Tony Award- wood, the secret is getting out about you just like an ocasional movie you’ll enthusiasts alike. The first two nights what it sounds like, a short movie. com. winning actor Christian Borle, Emmy this busy and bustling film festival. enjoy the atmosphere, comradery are the Human Rights Festival. Spon- Sometimes it can be just a few mint- sored by the Unitarian Society, these ues long, others can be close to The Festival is always in need of com- Award-winning actress Martha By- and networking of a film festival. At mittee members and volunteers. If rne, Chris Mann (Oscar-moniminated However, it is still a hidden gem. The the RGIFF you can enjoy what a typi- films deal with controversial sub- an hour. Shorts are usually run in RGIFF is a top-rated film festival for ject matter that are relevant today. blocks. The shorts include a variety you have any interest in film, or would film Loving), RHONJ Dolores Catania, cal festival has to offer. Enthusiasts like to participate in this exciting event Executive Producer of Home Alone filmmakers, but the Ridgewood com- have often commented that the inti- A two night Foreign Film segment is of relevant topics. There are also mu- munity and many in Bergen County then hosted at the Ridgewood Pub- sic videos and new movie trailers as as a volunteer, please contact us at Scott Rosenfelt, Soap Icons Terri macy offered at our festival is much [email protected] Conn, Austin Peck, Tonja Walker have yet to discover it. Even though more enjoyable than some of the lic Library. We then move on to Bow part of the block. Many of the shorts and Cady McClain, Orange is the the festival boasts close to 1,000 larger ones. You might even get a pic Tie Cinema where the evening be- are premieres from filmmakers that As they say in the movie biz, come New Black’s Alysia Reiner, David people attending each year, many with a celebrity on our Red Carpet. gins with a star studded Red Carpet are local, from across the country or on down to the festival, Sit back and Alan Basche (The Exes, Equity), and people in the community are not The RGIFF features opportunities to event. Filmmakers, media and press even across the Atlantic. Last year anjoy the show! Sarah Meghan Thomas (Equity).... aware of it. It’s also a lot of entertain- talk to the celebrities and filmmakers. alike adorn the carpet for a series of the RGIFF hosted a filmmaking team ment for a little price. The ticket fee A Red Carpet ceremony with inter- interviews and photographs. from India that made its United States For more information: These are just some of the stars and of $10 per night is a bargain as it gets views, media, premieres of features, debut at the festival. www.RidgewoodGuildFilmFest.com personalities that have been gracing you into as many films or panel dis- Last year the RGIFF was on the pulse shorts, a substantial assortment of of the conversation in Hollywood, as Every festival has a program which the Red Carpet of the Ridgewood cussions as you can fit into one night. documentaries, digital shorts, music Guild International Film Festival over soap icon from All My Children and attendees refer to. Attendees can If you are not familiar with film festi- videos and webseries in a variety of now female director Cady McClain pick and choose the films they wish the last 8 years. Just a short ride from genres are offered each night. A high vals, they are a whole lot of fun for lead a panel discussion on women to view prior to attending. The ros- emphasis on our young filmmakers in front and behind the camera. You ter of films are listed on our web site, could also find Scott Rosenfelt, the Ridgewoodguildcom. At the night of Executive Producer of the iconic and the festival, a brochure is provided

(from left to right) Vincent Caratola & Dotti Fucito; RJ Konner & Danny Aiello; Celia Austin & Andy Ward; Jack Mulcahy & RJ Konner; Alysia Reiner (Orange Is the New Black) with husband David Alan Basche (Equity, The Exes); Our Red Carpet hosts, Tony Damiano & Celia Austin

52 Downtown with the ridgewood guild ridgewoodguild.com ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the ridgewood guild 53 (cont’d from Film Festival pg. 53) Ridgewood Guild International Film Festival - 2019 World Film Night at Ridgewood Public Library - Wed., April 10 Ridgewood Foreign Film Night at Ridgewood Public Library - Thurs., April 18 Student Night at Bow Tie Cinema - Wed., April 24 Present this ad Jamboree Screening at Bow Tie Cinema - Wed., April 25 to receive Shorts and Documentaries at Bow Tie Cinema - Thurs., April 26 $5 OFF your retail purchase of $35 or more Offer expires 12/31/18. Not valid towards grooming. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Healthy Pet Food Salon Style Grooming Gourmet Baked Treats Collars & Leashes Plush & Tough Toys Real Housewives of New Jersey, Dolores Catania; Executive Producer, Scott Rosenfelt, Chews & Bones whose credits include Home Alone, Teen Wolf, Mystic Pizza and Extremities; Watch for Boutique Housewares Rosie McCooe in the upcoming film, A Case of Blue and Much More!

(cont’d from Ridgewood Build(er)s pg. 19) 234 E Ridgewood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 The organization is bolstered by support from (201) 444-9663 many neighboring communities, but Ridge- Habitat for Humanity around the world. wood is a longtime leader. Amongst the Open 7 Days a Week! Ridgewood is always well represented at hundreds of volunteers of village residents, Paterson Habitat’s popular Women Build fifty happen to be members of The- Ridge projects. During a Women Build, all-women wood Guild, that are active volunteers with crews come together for weeks to create a Paterson Habitat, more than a few in leader- Habitat home. They do almost everything in- ship positions. They are: Wayne Angelbeck volved, from raising money to cover cost to (board member) & Mary Meakem, Joanne Ar- raising the roof that covers the new home- cher, Francesca Assad, Bruce Brackett (cre- owner family. We’re proud to say that a core ative writer), Diana & Chris Brazil, Gail Price group of experienced volunteers from Ridge- (former board member) & Richard Brooks, wood Guild businesses are a staple of Pa- Gail Campbell, Anne Crane, Douglas Cronk, terson Habitat’s Women Builds. That’s per- Gina & Tony Damiano (Development Officer), haps not surprising considering the Guild’s Dee & Franks De Bernardis, Maggie & Tom Matt Kuiken; Janice Willet close relationship with Paterson Habitat. DeVita, Patti & Dennis Duarte, Kathy Entwis- Atlantic Stewardship Bank and its longtime In recent years the Guild members have re- tle, Lee & Elliot Frey, Janet & Rich Frickie, Tess Giuliani, Kay & Jim Griffith (Board CEO Paul Van Ostenbridge with the Millard ported to Paterson Habitat construction sites Fuller Award. Named for the founder of Habi- for a day of working on a Habitat house, un- member). Joan Groome (former board) Tina & Ramon Hache, Cynthia & Rurik Halaby, tat for Humanity, this rarely given award is the der the supervision of Habitat’s staff con- most prestigious given by Paterson Habitat. struction specialists. Gwenn Hauck, Barbara Kiernan, Steve & Nancy Kontos, RJ Konnor, Kristen & Mat- In addition to donating to Paterson Habitat Fifteen businesses, all members of the thew Kuiken (board member), Buffy McKay through the bank’s unusual tithing program, Ridgewood Guild, step up regularly for Pa- (board member), Patty O’Herlihy, Scott & Atlantic Stewardship Bank also underwrites terson Habitat with donations of goods for Donna Olsen (board member), John & Chris- all of Paterson Habitat’s homeowner mort- fundraising events and other support. These tine Rudd (former board member), Cheryl & gages. establishments are: David Sabbath, John Saraceno, Joseph & They are joined by Bank of America, Citi Kathryn Schmidt (board member), Cathy & Bagelicious, Ben & Jerry’s Daily Treat, Goffle Bank, Columbia Bank. Connect One Bank Matt Skinner, Betsy Murphy – Sparrow, Paul Brook Farm & Garden Center, Greenbaum’s and Wells Fargo as corporate partners of Vagianos (board member), Diane Walker (for- Interiors, It’s Greek To Me, LaTour, Mango Paterson Habitat. Jam, The Office, Park West Tavern, Pearl, mer board member) and Michael Walsh. So as Paterson Habitat continues its vital Raymond’s, Roots Steakhouse, Steel Wheel At its annual dinner every spring, Paterson work in the little city just across the Passaic Tavern and Town and Country Apothecary. Habitat makes a handful of carefully consid- River, it seems they can count on help from ered awards recognizing outstanding volun- “There’s an appeal to helping families try- their friends and neighbors in Ridgewood. teer service. Over the years Ridgewood vol- ing to help themselves that resonates with For information on how to get involved unteers have been well represented among Ridgewood residents and business own- please visit their website at www.paterson- the honorees. Village residents honored ers,” said Barbara Dunn, executive director habitat.org or call 973-595-6868 of Paterson Habitat. “Our support pipeline recently years include Jim Griffith, Kathryn from Ridgewood has been flowing for three Komsa-Schmidt, Frank Schott, Diane Walk- decades and it shows no sign of slowing er, Lee Mitgang and Richard Voll. down.” This year Paterson Habitat jointly honored

54 Downtown with the ridgewood guild ridgewoodguild.com ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the ridgewood guild 55 1. A 2 word nickname for Ridgewood. 46. This group of Somerville/Hawes dads is celebrating 75 Just how well do you know Ridgewood? Take the test with our 2. In 1828 Ridgewood was originally established as ______years! _ _ _ _ _. 47. This men’s choral group is celebrating 110 years. 3. What prominent family changed the name to Ridgewood? 48. ______members have been addressing challenges 4. The first settlers and architects were what nationality? around the world for over 110 years. 5. ______was a leading industry during the early 49. If you are a retired, or semi-retired man, join The ______years. _ _ _ Unlimited! 6. Who built the first home in 1700? 50. Read all about ______on page 12. 7. What famous landmark was first known as Linwood Park? 51. _ _ _ Música Chorale, world class music in Bergen County 8. A _ _ _ _ water diving test is given there today. 52. The ______League, women building better communi- “Wood” Find 9. Name the iconic building on the corner of Ridgewood Ave. ties. & N. Broad St. 53. Professional and amateur artists make up The Ridgewood _ 10. Diagonally across, at the opposite corner stands the _ _ Institute. _ _ _ _ _ building. 54. Over 100 Ridgewood residents support and volunteer for- Join in the fun! Find all 75 words and be the first to send in your answers. 11. What county is Ridgewood in? Paterson ______for Humanity. Just take a picture of the page with your cell phone and send an 12. How many municipalities border Ridgewood? 55. Tony award winning actor ______13. Name the only municipality that is not in Bergen County? recently moved back to his hometown of Ridgewood. email to [email protected]. The first to send in their Wood Find, 14. In 1848 the first railroad ran from Paterson to what town? 56. Ali ______starred in the 15. The _ _ _ _ Railroad built the train station in 1916. 57. 2013 season of _ _ _ _. with the correct answers will win a $75.00 gift card! $75. FOR 75!!! 16. The current bus station was the location for the _ _ _ _ _ 58. Arranger, composer, bandleader, and orchestrator, Nelson _ House. _ _ _ _ _ lives in Ridgewood. 17. 17. This Italian Renaissance style library was built between 59. Actor Casper ______grew up on the street named 1921 and 1923. It remained active until 1962. after his great, great, great grandfather. 18. Who is The Ridgewood Public Library’s HeritageCenter 60. Ridgewood resident and mystery author Harlan _ _ _ _ _. named after? 61. Olympic Legend _ _ _ _ Donovan lived in Ridgewood. 19. The first _ _ _ _ was established in 1899. 62. Father and son NBC newsmen. 20. The first church was The ______Reformed Church 63. In the 1950’s Julia _ _ _ _ _ made a career doing live televi- which still stands today. sion commercials. 21. The ______built in 1913, was the first theaterto 64. Daily News theater critic, Douglas _ _ _ _. show moving pictures. 65. Bon Appetit! ______turns 20. 22. In 1932 The ______opened on E. Ridgewood Ave. 66. Goffle _ _ _ _ _ Farms turns 50. 23. Today the theater is owned and operated by ______67. Ridgewood Guild’s Music _ _ _ _ takes place each Septem- Cinemas. ber. 24. The Board of Ed building was first constructed as The 68. For Halloween fun try The Amazing _ _ _ _ on Sheridan. _ _ _ _ _ Street School built in 1894. 69. Walking tours make up the annual _ _ _ _ toberfest. 25. Our government is managed under The ______Act. 70. A horse drawn _ _ _ ride is one of the main attractions at 26. The Open Publics Record Act more commonly known as _ Winterfest. _ _ _. 71. Stay tuned for The Ridgewood Guild’s _ _ _ and Shop on 27. Who is our current mayor? Dec. 7. 28. This former mayor now holds the position of Municipal 72. We hope you enjoyed our premiere edition of Downtown Judge. with The Ridgewood _ _ _ _ _. 29. The Youth Center at Village Hall is named after former- 73. Remember, stay away from the _ _ _ _! Councilwoman Anne _ _ _ _. 74. “Stay Local, ______!” 30. Under the trestle, East meets West at ______Square. 75. RHS _ _ _ _ Association provides financial, moral, an lob- 31. The _ _ _ Run is at bying support to the RHS Band Program. 32. The ______. 33. The ______Band Shell 34. is at ______. 35. There is knotwood at _ _ _ _ _ Pond. 36. Be sure to visit the new Butterfly Garden at The ______. 37. James _ _ _ _ Center for Landscape Architectural Research and Design. 38. ______where many Ridgewood Guild events take place. 39. The farm where the Healthbarn is located. 40. There are over 816 _ _ _ _ trails in Ridgewood. 41. The _ _ _ Country Club neighborhood was the home of the original country club in the early 1900’s. A door to door service for Seniors who want that personal touch! Senior-friendly ride & shopping service… 42. The ______, is the RHS football team. 43. The RHS ______Company was founded in 1972. 201-694-0405 44. The Memorial Day _ _ _ takes place each May. www.zoomrides.org 45. “Lets put on a show!” This group of high energy parents Our Mission No Seniors Left Behind raises over $150,000.00 in student scholarship funds each year.

56 Downtown with the ridgewood guild ridgewoodguild.com ridgewoodguild.com Downtown with the ridgewood guild 57 (cont’d from Latour pg. 43) (cont’d from All Around Ridgewood pg. 11) they began more than 70 years ago. (cont’d from Goff e Brook Farm pg. 27)

Says Michael, “It’s a very stressful job.” A bold name column, one should expect Anders agrees, adding, “Every day is before extra chairs have to be found. some bold names. But who to include a new day. We’re not trendy. We are Reflecting John’s joy on the podium, his in a once a year issue? Volunteers, first Haute Cuisine. Fine French cuisine, no audience always has fun. And keep an eye of all - so how about Meals on Wheels? Cash gimmicks.” on that guy at the piano: Ron, who is also Among the many volunteers is a group a composer as well as a a dynamic pianist. from the Ridgewood Woman’s Club: Sometimes, guests bring in wine from their own wine cellars and ask us what Kristen Plumley, a soprano of vibrant voice Monica Fennell, Nancy Mac Phee, will go with that particular bottle - what and playful personality, will be sole per- Marella Keiser, Susanne Simone, Marion we would serve with it. former (but who needs more?) at the Wom- Brown and Barbara Connolly, servers an’s Club Holiday Luncheon, Fri., Dec. 14. who show up on a regular basis to de- Mobs!!! “This is like a Broadway Show,” muses Lunch is at noon, concert at 12:30, $25. liver sustenance to those among us who Michael. “It’s about aspirations, goals, Call The Woman’s Club, 201-444-5705 to otherwise would not be able to stay in ur annual Cash Mobs takes place achievements. We’ve been here more reserve a seat. Even if you don’t like music, their own homes? We’re proud of the Oeach October as part of Walkto- than 20 years. go to look at Kristen; she’s wonderful to many volunteers in this village who are Donna and Kurt Dorsey, owners of berfest. This walking tour begins with watch! ready and willing to step up wherever the Goffle Brook Farm and Garden There are 120 restaurants in Ridge- help is needed. Center a complimentary champagne brunch wood,” he comments. “We make each Michael and Inmo Parloff are hosting their at Mango Jam, then 5 retail stores are other better.” Then he adds, “It’s hard- 12th year - can you believe it! - of Parlance Enjoy the holidays, enjoy this village and Late holiday customers would en- mobbed and shopped. This year’s er and harder to open a restaurant in Chamber Concerts. A gift that keeps on enjoy this first issue of The Ridgewood joy coming in and hearing Jimmy tour included B. Witching Bath Co., Ridgewood. Nothing lasts. Nine out of giving, these programs bring to Ridge- Guild’s Magazine! Buffet playing in preparation to the Olive R. Twist, Town and Country 10 restaurants fail their first year.” wood the creme de la creme of musicians Key West trip. To this day, custom- Apothecary, and Mango Jam. Join- from the Metropolitan Opera. Never mind ers ask if the family still goes to The “It’s a testament to Michael that he’s the hassle of a trip to NYC, the traffic jam, ing in the fun, E. Clarke Travel offered Keys. That just shows you how long stayed this long,” says Anders. the ‘possibility of rain,’ you can get your- some folks have been coming to wine and cheese. “Enter to Win” con- selves over to West Side Pres on a Sunday (cont’d from Social Service pg. 15) Goffle Brook Farm. tests were provided by, Dparz Shoes, Anders, who was born and bred in afternoon at 3 pm and enjoy the Emerson Ridgewood, came here with his par- String Quartet on Dec. 16; violinist Pinchas Today, Goffle Brook Farm is run Gigi’s Boutique, Carlo’s Bakery and our pantry at the train station. Stores in ents when he was 8 years old and Zukerman, along with cellist, Amanda For- by Richard and Dancy’s daughter E. Clarke Travel. The day ended with town like Mango Jam, Katie Diamond loved it even then. Latour opened in syth. pianist, on Jan 27; on March 24, a Donna Dorsey, along with their son- and Pazzazed have shopping events a special Happy Hour at Steel Wheel February. Ander’s mom came for her celebration of Bach’s 334th birthday with in-law Kurt Dorsey. Although both where proceeds from sales come to us. Tavern. Visit ridgewoodwalks.com to birthday in March and has been com- 14 artists and 6 Bachian classics (where parents are now deceased, the fam- ing every year since. learn about other walking tours in Oc- else can you read ‘Bachian?’) Let’s hope ANN: This is a very old grass roots ily traditions remain alive and well. tober, as well as June for “Step Into The table in the center of the window they don’t serve a cake with candles. organization and while we’re always Kurt and Donna have two boys, Summer.” has been reserved by the same party We’ll all have to wear our flame-retardant evolving, the basic need is always to Clinton and Kyle and there’s reason for the last ten years - for a perfect view garb. Two scintillating artists, violinist be there to help people. And we’re very to believe there might be a third gen- Next up…..our first “Sip and Shop.” of the annual lighting of the Christmas Anne Akiko Meyers and guitarist Jason fortunate that we live in a community eration running Goffle Brook Farm Join us on Fri. Dec. 7 for a fun filled tree. Vieaux, will perform on April 14. She was that fully supports our mission. someday. The Dorsey’s say that is Billboard’s top-selling classical instrumen- when they are going to really follow walk through town while support- Once the weather is suitable, there talist of 2014, and Jason Vieaux won the in Richard and Dancy’s footsteps … ing our retail stores. Enjoy wine and are four tables set up outside - a lovely 2015 Grammy Award for Best Classical all the way to the Keys for the winter. cheese, sangria, champagne, and spot, away from crowds. outside but Instrumental Solo. Didn’t I say creme de discounts offered to each participants. has privacy. la creme? To cap the season, on May (cont’d from Dads’ Night pg. 17) As with all Ridgewood Guild events 19, leading members of the Metropolitan Opera and the Calidore String Quartet will In the 1950s, the dads parodied “Davy some surprises will be in store! Visit “We never wanted to expand,” says Michael. And why should they change share music of Mozart’s Last Year. You will Crockett” and “Howdy Doody”. In the us at ridgewoodguild.com for details such an intimate and charming atmo- all be the better for being part of this mag- decades to come, Dads would dress and starting instructions. This event is sphere? It is an integral part of the tap- nificent series. up as the Beatles, the Brady Bunch, being sponsored by Woof Gang Bak- estry that is Ridgewood. Sonny and Cher, and Steve Martin, to the delight of both the children and their ery, Town and Country Apothecary, Jamboree, the annual RHS fundraising musical goes into rehearsal in January and moms. In recent years, Dads’ Night has and Mango Jam. pops out an extravaganza early February, poked gentle fun at both popular cul- Latour Restaurant with parents of RHS students singing and ture (the theme of Dads’ Night 74 was To participate email us at 6 E Ridgewood Ave dancing to their hearts content - and to your “Dads Got Talent?”), as well as con- [email protected]. temporary life around our village (a skit Ridgewood NJ delight - to make money for scholarships. Producers for “Long Way Home” are Erin last year was entitled “Another Saturday 201-445-5056 Taddei, Dave McCarthy, Brian Ward and Morning at Vets’ Field”). Roni Farfalla. Rosie McCooe will direct and Lunch: 12-2:30 musical directors are Betsy Maxwell and A community can indeed change a lot from top: End of day Happy Hour at Steel Dinner: Tues - Sat: 5-10pm John Judge. It’s all about having fun and in seventy-five years, but the magic of Wheel Tavern: Patty O’Herlihy, Cathy Pasto- Sunday: 4-9pm raising money for RHS seniors. 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