EAST RUTHERFORD — The Carlstadt/East Rutherford Babe Ruth Baseball League will hold registrations at the East Rutherford Civic Center on Vreeland Avenue on the following dates: Saturday, Feb. 6 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and Tuesday, Feb. 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Registrations are open to all 13-15 year-old Carlstadt and East Rutherford residents whose birthdays fall between May 1, 1994 and April 30,1997.

Registration and medical release forms will be provided at the civic center or may be filled out and printed online at http://leaguelineup.com/cerbaberuth. Please bring a copy of players birth certificate with these two forms.

Registrations will not be accepted without these three documents.

All new and returning players must register.

RUTHERFORD (Feb. 4, 2010) — The Prospect Music Series (hosted at the Rutherford Congregational Church at the corner of Union Avenue and Prospect Place in Rutherford) offers a great new way to end the week with jazz, folk and classical music presented by area artists.  

On Friday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m., the Prospect Music Series presents the opera “Tosca,” performed by Pamela Olsen, Richard Gillyard and Mark Wilson with Eric Olsen as conductor and pianist/organist.

Puccini’s “Tosca” is one of the most dramatic and most performed operas in the world.

In “Tosca,” love, loyalty and patriotism swirl in a world of oppression and betrayal, set to music of unparalleled beauty and dramatic realism.

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THURSDAY 02/04

WOOD-RIDGE — Assumption School in Wood-Ridge invites you to join in honoring distinguished graduate Dr. Mary Ann (Bullion) Clayton at its annual Catholic Schools Week dinner at the Fiesta in Wood-Ridge Thursday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. Cost is $35; cash bar will be available. Clayton is an alumna of the Class of 1969 and currently a Bergen County medical examiner. Call 201-933-0239.

SATURDAY 02/06

WOOD-RIDGE — On Saturday, Feb. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Friends of Wood-Ridge Memorial Library will hold a book sale at the Wood-Ridge Senior Center at the corner of Hackensack Street and Highland Avenue. The Friends are asking for help with setting up at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5. Call 201-438-7737.

NORTH ARLINGTON — The North Arlington Fire Department will hold a blood drive Saturday, Feb. 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 211 River Road, North Arlington. Call 201-251-3703.

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FRIDAY 01/29

RUTHERFORD — Rutherford Elks Lodge, 48 Ames Ave., Rutherford, is hosting a live band karaoke night Friday, Jan. 29. Tickets are $25 and will feature OpenMicProject performing live music. All proceeds from the evening will benefit the Drug and Alcohol Awareness Committee of the Lodge, which sponsors programs to help children and teens learn effective ways to avoid drugs and alcohol. Call 201-939-1507 or e-mail lindatab@att.net.

RUTHERFORD — New York City singer-songwriter Lisa Bianco will start things off for the Red Wheelbarrow Poets’ upcoming Last Fridays poetry reading at GainVille Café Friday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. GainVille is located at 17 Ames Ave., Rutherford. Cover charge of $4 includes coffee/tea and pastry.

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RUTHERFORD (Jan. 25, 2010) — All 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th graders and their parents/guardians are invited to attend Curriculum Night presented to you by the Rutherford High School Guidance Department at the Rutherford High School Auditorium Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. The course selection process will be discussed as well as a brief presentation from each subject matter. Important dates to remember will be given as well as a question and answer period. Your son/daughter will receive a Curriculum Guidebook 2010-2011. Ask your son/daughter to share it with you to discuss and then bring it to the workshop along with any questions you may have.

THURSDAY 01/21

NORTH ARLINGTON — Clara Maass Medical Center will partner with the North Arlington Health Department Thursday, Jan. 21 at 12:30 p.m., to offer a program — “Better Care for Better Vision.” The program will take place at the North Arlington Health Department, 10 Beaver Ave., North Arlington. An eye care expert from The Eye Surgery Center at Clara Maass Medical Center will discuss what proactive measures you can take to keep your vision healthy. Free. Lunch will be served. Call 1-888-724-7123, prompt 4.

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THURSDAY 01/14

EAST RUTHERFORD — The East Rutherford VFW Post #8374 will hold its next meeting Thursday, Jan. 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center on 37 Vreeland Ave. The next party at the Veterans Home in Paramus will be Monday, Jan. 25. Bricks for the Memorial Walk can still be purchased. Call 201-939-6520, 201-939-0215 or 201-939-4952.

LYNDHURST — The Lyndhurst Public Library invites the community to join in a continuous program titled “Connecting With Your Inner Self.” This program is geared for those 50+ years old. The purpose is to get people to talk about topics such as fears, aging, changing obstacles into opportunities and appreciating where you are in life. The next meeting will be Thursday, Jan. 14, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call 201-804-2478.

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TETERBORO (Jan. 14, 2010) — The Bergen County Animal Shelter in Teterboro rescues and houses hundreds of cats and dogs each year. They provide a great service to the community and even more importantly, to the animals. However, due to several factors including the current economic climate, a steady stream of stray animals awaiting rehoming, and an increase in owners not being able to afford their pets anymore, shelters are quickly reaching full capacity.

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THURSDAY 01/07

RUTHERFORD — A new Spiritual Support Group for the Unemployed has been formed. The next meeting is Thursday, Jan. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Rutherford Congregational Church, 251 Union Ave., Rutherford. All participants are asked to use the sanctuary entrance on Union Avenue. All are welcome.

SATURDAY 01/09

CARLSTADT — The Carlstadt Little League, Minor League and Tee Ball will hold their registrations Jan. 9 and Jan. 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. down at the Carlstadt Public School gym entrance. You can utilize carlstadtll.com to pre-fill your registration forms, medical release and volunteer application before coming to sign ups. Please bring a copy of each.

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FUTURE EVENTS

LYNDHURST — On Tuesday, Dec. 29 at 10 a.m., the Bergen County Audubon Society will hold a farewell bird walk. This free two-hour guided walk will take place at DeKorte Park in Lyndhurst. We’ll look at waterfowl and raptors and whatever else is around. Last year at this time, we had the snowy owls and a Eurasion green-winged teal. E-mail greatauk4@aol.com or call 201-636-4022.

LYNDHURST — St. Michael’s Senior Leisure Club will travel to Atlantic City Showboat Casino Tuesday, Dec. 29, leaving from St. Michael’s parking lot at 10 a.m. Bus fare is $20 with a casino slots back of $30 play. Call 201-438-7847.

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(Dec. 21, 2009) — Cinnamon (ID#74537) is a young, medium size draft rabbit. Abandoned outside the shelter with Sugar, Spice and Nutmeg, Cinnamon is black with chestnut highlights. He will be neutered before leaving the shelter. Can you give this cute little boy a home of his own?

The Bergen County Animal Shelter is located at 100 United Lane, Teterboro. The phone number is 201-229-4600.  Hours for adoption are 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. Thursday the shelter is open from 1 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  There are also many other adoptable animals that can be seen at our Web site http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ29.html.

(Dec. 21, 2009) — Just in time for Christmas! Buche de Noel with French Caroling Event: French Language and Culture Exchange of Rutherford Wednesday, Dec. 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event includes 60 minutes of French caroling followed by 30 minutes social hour including Buche de Noel cake and hot chocolate. Come alone or with family members. $5 fee per person at GainVille Café, 17 Ames Ave., Rutherford. For more information call 201-507-1800.

(Dec. 17, 2009) — RUTHERFORD — An Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group will be held in Rutherford Thursday, Dec. 17 at 10 a.m. at the 55 Kip Center, 55 Kip Ave.

RUTHERFORD — The Rutherford Congregational Church is offering a visit by carolers to sing at the home of your choice in Rutherford on several evenings during the holiday season. The cost is $10 per “telegram.” One-hundred percent of funds raised will be donated to the InterReligious Fellowship for the Homeless (www.irfhomeless.org). The dates are Dec. 17 and 20, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 19, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. E-mail Carol at careertutor@gmail.com.

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RUTHERFORD (Dec. 17, 2009) — The Rutherford Health Department is pleased to report that it has received additional doses of the H1N1 inactivated influenza vaccine and has scheduled a vaccination program for those 6 months to 35 months of age who are not allergic to eggs.

The vaccination program will be held Thursday, Jan. 7, in the morning hours by appointment only at the Rutherford Health Department, 184 Park Ave., Rutherford.

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RUTHERFORD (Dec. 17, 2009) — The following showtimes are valid through Dec. 24:

• “The Blind Side” — Friday: 7, 9:30; Saturday: 12, 2:45, 5:15, 8; Sunday: 12, 3, 7; Monday-Wednesday: 7; Thursday: 1

• “The Princess and the Frog” — Friday: 7, 9; Saturday: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9; Sunday: 1, 3, 5, 7; Monday-Wednesday: 7; Thursday: 1

• “Brothers” — Friday: 7, 9; Saturday: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9; Sunday: 1, 3, 5, 7; Monday-Tuesday: 7

• “Avatar” — Friday: 7, 10; Saturday: 12, 3, 7, 10; Sunday: 12, 3, 7; Monday-Wednesday: 7; Thursday: 1

• “Alvin & the Chipmunks 2” — Wednesday: 7; Thursday: 1

The Williams Center is located at 1 Williams Plaza, Rutherford. Call 201-939-6969.

LYNDHURST (Dec. 17, 2009) — The Lyndhurst Health Department and Lyndhurst Board of Education have partnered to provide H1N1 vaccinations for their students and residents. In November, approximately 400 students received H1N1 immunizations at the Lyndhurst Health Department.

Joyce Jacobson, Lyndhurst health administrator, and Madalena Zak, board of education nursing supervisor, coordinated efforts to provide access to H1N1 vaccines for children whose parents requested the H1N1 vaccine.

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(Dec. 17, 2009) — Cheeto (ID#74807) is an adult pointer mix. Cheeto was abandoned with another dog. He does not show well in his kennel but once he is outside, he calms down and looks for attention. He was cautious at first, but warmed up nicely and was OK with handling. While he was OK with the other dog he arrived with, he now wants to be the only pet in your home. He wants all your love and does not want to share it with another dog. We recommend a home with no children under 12 and prior experience with an active dog. He walks nicely on a leash and sits by his handler's side to gets his ears rubbed and his head pet.

The Bergen County Animal Shelter is located at 100 United Lane, Teterboro. The phone number is 201-229-4600. Hours for adoption are 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. Thursday the shelter is open from 1 p.m. to 7:30p.m. There are also many other adoptable animals that can be seen at our website www.petfinder.com/shelters/NJ29.html.