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Community Center

Located in Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue, 1st floor:
Pat Mancuso Senior Lounge, Annie Zusy Youth Lounge, Garden Room

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ADULT PROGRAM OFFERINGS AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER - JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2024

Exercise your body, mind and soul by joining Ridgewood Parks and Recreation for the next session of classes in the fall.  Registration opens at www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass 
 

ATTENTION RIDGEWOOD SENIORS - JOIN H.I.L.T. SENIOR MEMBERSHIP GROUP FOR 2023

H.I.L.T.

Come see what you have been missing!

H.I.L.T. (Highlights in Leisure Time) is a senior's club sponsored by Ridgewood Parks and Recreation, for Village residents 55 and older. Monthly meetings offer entertainment or informational presentations. Special events include picnics, socials and a variety of trips to dinner theaters, museums, historical sights and sightseeing tours. Annual dues are $23 and are in effect from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023.  Dues will be increasing to $25 beginning January 1, 2024.
General Meetings take place at the Anne Zusy Youth Lounge, located in Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue at 10:00am, unless otherwise specified.
Trips take place on Thursdays, unless otherwise specified.  Non-residents and/or non-members are welcome on trips ten days after trip registration is open for members.

Call 201-670-5560 to speak to Deanna Schablik for more information.

H.I.L.T. 2023 Membership Application
H.I.L.T. General Meeting - Thursday, November 9, 2023 - Presentation on "Staying Alert, Most common Scams and frauds" with Denis Niland, Bergen County Consumer Affairs
H.I.L.T. Trip - Thursday, November 16, 2023 - Trip to Wind Creek Casino/Outlets, Bethlehem, PA $25 Slot Play; coupon books for the outlets; Lunch is on your own.

REFUND POLICY FOR ALL TRIPS:   H.I.L.T. Trip Refund Policy The following trip cancellation policy has been approved by the Executive Board of HILT (Highlights in Leisure Time) and applies without exception. 1. Our admission tickets require advanced purchase and are non-refundable. All facilities require that the number of people attending be guaranteed. Many restaurants require a final count in advance to guarantee space at their facility. Therefore, we cannot process a refund to any member if that member is unable to attend a trip for which advance payment has been made. Refunds will only be considered in case of serious illness. If a refund is issued due to a serious illness, a $5.00 administrative charge will be withheld. 2. Use of a substitute: a. If there is a waiting list and a substitute can be obtained from the waiting list, a refund will be issued provided you notify the Village of Ridgewood, Department of Parks and Recreation. A recreation staff person will then contact individuals from the waiting list. If a substitute is obtained, our member will be issued a refund. If a replacement is not obtained, we will be unable to issue a refund. b. If the H.I.L.T. trip does not have a waiting list and you desire to have a friend or relative take your place, call the Ridgewood Department of Recreation and advise them of the name of the person taking this spot. This must be done no later than the day before the trip. The substitute must bring a check payable to HILT, to the Stable, 259 North Maple Avenue. If the substitute person is a non-member, an additional $5.00 will be required. When a refund check is to be issued, it will be written at the beginning of the following month. Example, if I am in need of a refund for the September 20th trip, the check will be written and mailed during the first week in October. Please Note: When on trips, the return departure time will be determined and announced upon our arrival at the destination. It is your responsibility to be on the bus before the departure time. H.I.L.T. and or the Village of Ridgewood, Department of Parks and Recreation will not be liable for any expense you incur should you miss the return bus. H.I.L.T. Executive Board - 2023

2023 H.I.L.T.  SENIOR GROUP DAY TRIPS - JULY THRU NOVEMBER

The Oktoberfest trip is currently on a waitlist.

ADULT COOKING PROGRAMS WITH HEALTHBARN USA

Join Stacey Antine, MS, RDN, HealthBarn USA and make a nutricious, wonderful lunch, shared with friends at the Gatehouse, 1057 Hillcrest Rd., Ridgewood.  Please register through Community Pass at www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass.  Call 201-670-5500 ext 2301 for more details.
Monday, January 22, 2024 

MUSIC PROGRAMS WITH PIANO WORKSHOP AT BERGEN COUNTY

ROCKIN' MUSIC WORKSHOP FOR KIDS WITH PIANO WORKSHOP AT BERGEN COUNTY - GRADES K-1
Introduction of music through familiar songs, stories, arts andcrafts and instrument play.  Each student will learn to play a full song on the piano by the end of their  musical journey.  Students will learn fundamental concepts such as the musicalalphabet, notes on the piano and basic rhythms that can beapplied to future music lessons.
Classes begin on Monday, January 8th (3:45pm to 4:30pm).

MIDDLE SCHOOL COOKING - TEEN CHEFS IN TRAINING

The program transforms teens into adventurous healthy eaters by encouraging their culinary skill development both at the Barn’s fully equipped kitchen and at home!  Open to all middle schoolers grades 6 thru 8.
Middle School Cooking - Teen Chefs in Training - Wednesdays at HealthBarn, the Gatehouse, located at 1037 Hillcrest Rd., beginning November 8th, 2023.

TUESDAY MOVIE CLASSICS WITH THE HOBBYISTS UNLIMITED

Hosted by "The Hobbyists Unlimited", classic movies will be shown once a month in the Pat Mancuso Senior Lounge from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.  Admission is free.
January 9th - "The Prisoner" (1955) 
February 13th - "The Swan" (1956)

SENIOR ASSISTANCE - KEY CONTACT INFORMATION

The following link provides key telephone numbers for senior assistance including available benefits, minor repair assistance, transportation, senior programs, housing, Community Meals, heating and cooling costs, et al. 

Important Telephone Numbers for Senior Assistance

RENTAL OF THE COMMUNITY CENTER

Use of the Community Center is available for meetings, special events, and family parties. Please download the application for detailed costs and policy information.
Community Center Use - Rental Application/Details