Let yourself be entertained by the dynamic duo Rory Kelsch and Kathleen McKitty Harris. They've created something we all crave – entertaining and enlightening evenings focused on fun, community, and connection. Their What's Your Story? events are intimate, casual, moving, and absurdly funny, with a curated lineup of readers sharing stories based on the evening's theme.

The next SOLD-OUT event will be on Saturday, April 13, at the Schoolhouse Museum – where all proceeds will be donated to the Ridgewood Historical Society.

Listen in, have a laugh, and learn how you can get involved and tell your story at their next event.

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Dr. Karen Latimer is a wellness and parenting coach, family physician, writer, wife, and mother of five.

Listen in to learn how this busy entrepreneur stays organized. Here’s a hint: She uses her list’m app, and you can too!

Karen is a health & parenting advocate who helps people reach their goals of finding peace and fulfillment.

She reminds us that “little hinges swing big doors” and helps us stay on track with her podcast, Save the Change, Audible books, and websites, Dr.KarenLatimer.com and Helium-Project.com. Karen is also on the Ridgewood YMCA board and spearheads worthwhile initiatives that help the autism and mental wellness communities.

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The Ridgewood Arts Foundation is a marvelous organization that celebrates the arts in and around Ridgewood.

They host a variety of events to help fund grants and scholarships to benefit deserving artists and organizations.

Their signature event and most significant fundraiser of the year is the Honors Showcase.

It will be held on Friday, April 5, at 7:30 PM at the Unitarian Society on Cottage Place.

The evening will include live musical performances by honored musicians, an art gallery featuring their celebrated grantees, and cocktails and tasty bites will also be served.

To learn more, tune in and hear from three board members: Lorraine Haskins, Chris Sargente, and Kristen Plumley.

Visit their website RidgewoodArtsFoundation.org – and follow them on Instagram and Facebook

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College Club of Northern NJ is hosting famed New Jersey author Joyce Carol Oats on Monday, March 11, 2024.

Tune in to find out more about this incredible event and learn more about College Club from their marketing manager, Martha Fickenger.

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The Ridgewood YMCA is under new leadership, and lots of exciting initiatives are underway.

Executive Director Ramon Hache talked to us about what’s happening and shared information about the terrific programming available for all ages.

Pickleball, Men’s Basketball, Women’s Wellness, Parent’s Night Out, Bee Keeping and MORE!

Log on to ridgewoodymca.org to learn more, and follow them on Facebook to stay updated.

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What’s new at the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce?

We chatted with their newly elected president, Glenn Carlough – proprietor of Steel Wheel Tavern and proud Ridgewood High School soccer coach.

Tune in to find out what the Chamber has in store for our downtown and learn more about the spectacular events the Chamber hosts.

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Mayor Paul Vagianos and Deputy Mayor Pamela Perron share information about the closing of our beloved movie theater. What’s next, and who is in charge?

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The greatest show in the village is happening on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, February 8, 9, 10. We spoke with producers Andrea Leonarz and Karen Fritz, and cast member David Langan. They helped us understand what all the fuss and fun is about and why everyone in town should support this worthwhile and longstanding Ridgewood tradition.

Get your tickets today at rhsjamboree.org

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Experience the brilliance of Kristen Plumley, Ridgewood's radiant soprano, a revered figure and trailblazer in our community!

Tune in to discover details about Kristen's upcoming holiday performances on December 7 at the Woman's Club of Ridgewood and December 8 at West Side Presbyterian Church.

Learn more about her involvement with the Ridgewood Arts Foundation, Ridgewood Friends of Music, and other organizations. Let her infectious charm and leadership inspire you.

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Holiday Happenings in the Village of Ridgewood

Join Joan Groome, Executive Director of the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce, and Tony Damiano, Executive Director of the Ridgewood Guild, as they share details about the many exciting events their organizations are sponsoring this holiday season.

Find out more about the following:

Winterfest- November 25

CASH MOBS! – December 7

Free Parking – Thursday evenings

Downtown for the Holidays

Holiday Market Place on Chestnut

2024 Events and more!

Learn more here:

ridgewoodchamber.com

ridgewoodguild.com

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