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Visit Wadsworth Atheneum Virtually From Fairfield Library Visit Wadsworth Atheneum Virtually From Fairfield Library
Visit Wadsworth Atheneum Virtually From Fairfield Library FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Visit the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, America's first art museum, from a seat in the Fairfield Library's Rotary Room on Wednesday, April 13. A docent will take the group on a private tour via Skype. When the Skype video call is projected onto the large screen at the library, it allows patrons to view exhibits up close and converse with the docent as the group tours. Founded by Daniel Wadsworth in 1842, the museum opened in 1844 with 79 paintings and three sculptures. Today the collection exceeds 50,000 works of art spanning 5,000 years. Highlights include the Morgan…

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Neighbors
'Gift Of Life' Visits Paramus Rotary 'Gift Of Life' Visits Paramus Rotary
'Gift Of Life' Visits Paramus Rotary PARAMUS, N.J. -- A "Gift of Life" child visited the Paramus Rotary Club meeting on Thursday, April 7. The Rotary's "Gift of Life" program began in 1974. Since then some 10,000 children from more than 36 countries have received cardiovascular life-saving operations in the U.S. Children with heart defects are referred by physicians or participating groups in their home country and come to the U.S. Doctors and hospitals receive a nominal fee of $6,000. After cases are approved for surgery by attending physicians, they're assigned to a local Rotary Club. They provide additi…

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Schools
Best-Selling Author Comes To Saddle River Best-Selling Author Comes To Saddle River
Best-Selling Author Comes To Saddle River SADDLE RIVER, N.J. -- The Saddle River Day School is hosting a free lecture from best-selling author, Dr. Michael G. Thompson, on Tuesday, April 26 -- and the public is welcome to attend.Thompson has been a clinical psychologist, school consultant and international speaker regarding children, schools and parenting for nearly 35 years. He's written nine books, "focusing on the emotional lives of boys, friendships and social cruelty in childhood, child development, parent-teacher relationships, and psychological aspects of school leadership," a press release notes. He's currently the …

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Sports
Fairfield Half Marathon Donates Equipment To Westport Fire Department Fairfield Half Marathon Donates Equipment To Westport Fire Department
Fairfield Half Marathon Donates Equipment To Westport Fire Department WESTPORT, Conn. -- The Westport Fire Department recently thanked the organizers of the Fairfield Half Marathon for their generous donation towards the purchase of new firefighting equipment. The Westport Fire Department has recently started the phase-in project of 1 3/4 inch fire attack hose and new nozzles for all fire apparatus. This larger hose replaces the older 1 1/2 inch hose and nozzles currently in service. Lt. Jeff Gootman is in charge of the project. "The new equipment will improve our water flow from attack lines and enhance firefighting ability," he noted. "Fire…

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Joyce Maynard To Tell Stories At Writers' Studio In Westport Joyce Maynard To Tell Stories At Writers' Studio In Westport
Joyce Maynard To Tell Stories At Writers' Studio In Westport WESTPORT, Conn. -- Award-winning YA author Nora Raleigh Baskin, an instructor with the Fairfield County Writers' Studio in Westport, will host New York Times bestselling author Joyce Maynard in "A Storyteller's Life," on Sunday, April 17. The audience can arrive beginning at 7 p.m., and enjoy wine and cheese until 7:30 p.m. Maynard's talk will be from 7:30-8:15 p.m., followed by a Q&A. The evening will wind down with book signings and chatting with both authors. Maynard -- author of "Labor Day" and "To Die For" -- will talk with Baskin about forbidden stori…

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Pound Ridge Golf Club Ranks in Golfweek's Top 10 For Seventh Straight Year Pound Ridge Golf Club Ranks in Golfweek's Top 10 For Seventh Straight Year
Pound Ridge Golf Club Ranks in Golfweek's Top 10 For Seventh Straight Year POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- Pound Ridge Golf Club, Pete Dye's only New York design, has again ranked in the top 10 in "Golfweek's Best: State-by-State Courses You Can Play" for the seventh straight year. The Westchester County daily fee course, rated No. 8 on the magazine's annual list, is once again in elite company, alongside PGA Tour venues and world-famous courses including Bethpage Black, Turning Stone Resort and Leatherstocking at Cooperstown. It barely missed this top echelon in 2009, a year after its opening, making No. 11. "We are extremely honored by the Golfweek recognit…

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Schools
Westlake High School Inducts New Members Into Rho Kappa Westlake High School Inducts New Members Into Rho Kappa
Westlake High School Inducts New Members Into Rho Kappa THORNWOOD, N.Y. -- Rho Kappa recognizes students for achievement in social studies and community service, and its chapter at Westlake High School inducted seven new members in a recent ceremony, which County Legislator Margaret Cunzio attended. The honor society is now in its second year at WHS. To be a member, you must have four semesters of social studies, and at least six semesters upon graduation, with a grade point average of 88 an overall GPA of 85 or higher in all other subjects; 20 hours of community service; a letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor; and a …

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Sports
Ringwood Team Tennis Registration Now Open Ringwood Team Tennis Registration Now Open
Ringwood Team Tennis Registration Now Open RINGWOOD, N.J. -- Folks of all abilities are now welcome to register for Ringwood team tennis.Matches will be on Tuesday and Thursday nights from late June through August, at 7-8 p.m. Contact Terri at RingwoodTeamTennis@gmail.com for details. The four lighted tennis courts are located behind Borough Hall.

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'Paint With A Purpose' In Garfield, Benefit Women's Services 'Paint With A Purpose' In Garfield, Benefit Women's Services
'Paint With A Purpose' In Garfield, Benefit Women's Services GARFIELD, N.J. -- The St. Anthony Young Adult Society, in Garfield, is inviting the public to a "Painting with a Purpose" fundraiser, on Friday, May 6. In honor of Mother's Day, the event will donate the proceeds to Oasis, an organization that provides a variety of services to women in need. The painting session costs $35, and includes painting materials, light refreshments "and your masterpiece." You can bring beverages and food. Space is limited, so RSVP to stanthonyyoungadultsociety@gmail.com. The event will be from 7-10 p.m., at 148 Harrison Ave., in Garfield.

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'Mythic Atlantis' Convention Comes To Tenafly Elks Lodge 'Mythic Atlantis' Convention Comes To Tenafly Elks Lodge
'Mythic Atlantis' Convention Comes To Tenafly Elks Lodge TENAFLY, N.J. -- Tenafly's Elks Lodge 2271 will be hosting "Mythic Atlantis: A Heroic Convention," on Saturday, April 16. "Mythology, mysticism and pop culture combine to create a fun Atlantis-themed experience appropriate for all ages," organizers noted. "Attend as you are or wear a fun costume. The tale of Atlantis spans the ages, from the mists of prehistory to the far future, so be creative." Event guests include radio personality Rockin' Ron Carson; Debbie D, "Ultimate Fantasy Queen"; and Blackwolf the Dragonmaster, "New York's Unofficial Wi…

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