1. THE MESSI EXPERIENCE IS COMING TO AMERICAN DREAM
Celebrating the Legacy of Leo Messi Through Interactive Challenges, Immersive Experiences and Exclusive Signed Memorabilia
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2. Gallery Says “OMG!” for Graham Elliott Exhibition
PARAMUS, N.J. – The work of Bergen Community College visual arts faculty member, illustrator and motion graphics artist Graham Elliott will appear in Gallery Bergen this month.
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3. American Idol x Jake Thistle
We’re excited to share that Jake Thistle, a rising artist from New Jersey, will be auditioning on American Idol airing Monday, February 16. Jake will take the stage in front of the show’s all-star judging panel—Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie, and Carrie Underwood.
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4. REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE SERIES RESUMES WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12TH
The Bergen250 Program, through our Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, will host the third Revolutionary War Roundtable joined by John U. Rees on the role of African Americans in the Revolutionary War
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5. REVOLUTIONARY WAR ROUNDTABLE SERIES RESUMES WEDNESDAY, OCT. 8TH
The Bergen250 Program, through our Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, will host the second Revolutionary War Roundtable joined by Bob Gula on the Battle of Springfield (1780)
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6. New Jersey Actress Rachel Kordell Wins Best Actress Award, Championing Local Storytelling and Equity in Film
Montclair, NJ – October 2nd, 2025 — Paramus native Rachel Kordell was awarded Best Actress in a Thriller, Sci-Fi, or Fantasy at the New Jersey Web Festival (NJ Webfest) for her performance in the short film Mori. The festival, held September 25–28 in Montclair, NJ, also honored Mori with the ...
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7. Bergen Selected for National Storytelling Initiative
Complete College America visited Bergen Community College in 2024 to photograph authentic lived experiences of real students. Allison Shelley/Complete College Photo Library PARAMUS, N.J. – Complete College America (CCA) - a national nonprofit dedicated to increasing postsecondary attainment in the United States - has launched a public Creative Commons ...
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8. NJ Sharing Network Presents Awards to Local Residents and Organizations for Outstanding Volunteer Efforts
(NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ) – NJ Sharing Network, the federally designated non-profit organization responsible for the recovery of donated organs and tissue in New Jersey, recently honored several local residents and organizations for their exceptional volunteer service during its 2025 Volunteer Appreciation Reception, held at its headquarters in New Providence.
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9. Game Design Academy Brings Creative Game Development to Local Youth
Game Design Academy, New Jersey’s first and only education center dedicated to teaching kids and teens how to design and build their own games—both digital and tabletop—has officially opened its doors just a short drive from Paramus.
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10. Celebrating Pride Month and More at the Barrymore Film Center
[Fort Lee, NJ - 06.24.2025] – The Barrymore Film Center’s lineup of ongoing and limited series continues this month with CAROL (part of Celebrating Pride Month) , SENSE AND SENSIBILITY (part of Celebrating Jane Austen ), and BLUE VELVET (part of Cult Classics). The Center’s expanded slate of dedicated programming ...
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11. Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services Welcomes Karen Kaufman as Director of Marketing and Communications
Union, N.J. (June 25, 2025) - Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services (Bridgeway), a leading community-based provider supporting individuals and families facing mental health and substance use challenges, announces the hiring of Karen Kaufman, M.A., as Director of Marketing and Communications.
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12. Jewish Film Festival and More at the Barrymore Film Center Programming for Families, Seniors, Special Needs Audiences, and Film Enthusiasts
[Fort Lee, NJ - 06.03.2025] – The Barrymore Film Center’s lineup of ongoing and limited series continues this month with ELIE WIESEL: SOUL ON FIRE (part of Jewish Film Festival) , SAFETY LAST! (part of Silent Classics), and PARIS IS BURNING (part of Celebrating Pride Month). The Center’s expanded slate ...
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13. Acclaimed Author Martin Bodek to Speak at JCC of Northern NJ Active Seniors in Honor of Yom HaShoah
River Edge, NJ — The JCC of Northern NJ Active Seniors is honored to welcome Martin Bodek, author of the award-winning book Zaidy’s War: Four Armies, Three Continents, Two Brothers. One Man’s Impossible Story of Endurance, for a special presentation on Thursday, April 24, at 11:00 AM at Kol Dorot, ...
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14. April is National Donate Life Month: Honoring the Legacy of NJ Organ Donors
(New Providence, NJ) – National Donate Life Month, observed each April, raises awareness about the lifesaving power of organ and tissue donation, honors the generosity of donors, and celebrates the lives they save.
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15. New Family Film Series and More Launching at the Barrymore Film Center April 2
New Programming for Families, Seniors, Special Needs Audiences, and Film Enthusiasts
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16. Two Bergenfield High School Alumni Nominated by Television Academy for 44th College Television Awards
Two Bergenfield High School alumni Isabella Alvarez and Jennifer Sanchez have been nominated for the Television Academy Foundation’s 44th College Television Awards. The Foundation’s annual awards show recognizes and rewards excellence in student-produced programs from colleges across the country.
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17. Kindergarten Teacher Launches Paddy O’Laddy, a Leprechaun Doll Spreading the Magic of Kindness Each St. Patrick’s Day
New Jersey kindergarten teacher of 30+ years unveils leprechaun doll promoting kindness in homes and schools
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18. CELEBRATE LUNAR NEW YEAR AT AMERICAN DREAM
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ (January 2, 2025) – American Dream will commemorate the Year of the Snake and honor the Lunar New Year with a series of festive events, vibrant performances, and delicious culinary offerings.
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19. The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County Celebrates National Philanthropy Day and Awards Grants Totaling $115,000 to Nonprofit Agencies
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; November 18, 2024) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County opened National Philanthropy Day and announced 28 grants were awarded, totaling $ 115,000, to 29 nonprofit agencies responding to increased need in the community. 
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20. Intergenerational Summer Camp Brings Together Seniors and Students at Allendale Senior Living
Participants Enjoyed Opportunities to Collaborate, Connect and Have Fun 
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21. Captivating Drama "Anastasia" Takes Center Stage from Sceneworks Studios
Paramus, New Jersey – 6/28/2024 – Sceneworks Studio is proud to announce its upcoming "Anastasia" production set to mesmerize audiences on July 26th and 27th at Ciccone Theatre. This enchanting drama, directed by Katie Collins, promises to transport viewers through an unforgettable journey of love, loss, and discovery.
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22. Playtime Redefined: First-Ever Planet Playskool Set To Open June 13th; Tickets Now on Sale
PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY, (June 4, 2024) – Kingsmen Xperience, Inc., under license by leading toy and game company Hasbro, with its strategic partner Bright Play, LLC, is opening the first-of-its-kind Planet Playskool family entertainment center at Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus on June 13th. The 20,000 square-foot entertainment destination ...
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23. Celebration Honors Opening of the Inn at Bellefield; Bellefield at Historic Hyde Park Advances Construction to Phase II
Hotel Offers Elite Lodging, Sophisticated Amenities and Hudson Valley Culinary Experiences HYDE PARK, N.Y., May 2, 2024 – A ribbon-cutting Thursday commemorated the opening of the Inn at Bellefield Residence Inn by Marriott International, a 137-room all-suite hotel at Bellefield at Historic Hyde Park. Bellefield, a transformational $1 billion ...
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24. WESTFIELD GARDEN STATE PLAZA TO LAUNCH INAUGURAL “WESTFIELD GOOD FESTIVAL” PROMOTING SUSTAINABILITY
On Saturday, May 11, Westfield Garden State Plaza will host the Westfield Good Festival to incentivize sustainability efforts across its stakeholders: local communities, retailers, brand partners, and individuals of all ages.
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25. Free Program Teaching Kindergarten through Second Graders Social and Emotional Life Skills Available at Meadowlands Family Success Center in Little Ferry
... – NJ4S Bergen, a comprehensive mental wellness program for students and families led by Children’s Aid and Family Services (CAFS), will be holding a free educational storytelling program called Forest Friends at the Meadowlands Family Success Center, every Tuesday from January 2 until February 6, at 3:30 to 4:30 PM.
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