Gatherings

{ ON THE TOWN } Gatherings

Bergenites always show up to support their friends and neighbors—especially when help is needed most.

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MAHWAH REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The Mahwah Regional Chamber of Commerce (MRCC) welcomed new members to the organization at its annual luncheon at the Sheraton Mahwah Hotel. The MRCC also donated $1,750 to the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference— funds were raised during last year’s MRCC 5K Run. 5 MRCC welcomes new members. 6 Don Weise, Maureen Huggins, Paul Scarduffa

BERGEN COUNTY AUDUBON SOCIETY

The Bergen County Audubon Society recently donated $2,000 to the town of Secaucus, 1 which will use the funding to continue its bird nesting projects in the Meadowlands area. 1 Michael Gonnelli, Jennifer Schneider, Don Torino

RIDGEWOOD YMCA

Visions Federal Credit Union, with branches throughout Bergen County, collected and donated toys and sports equipment to the Ridgewood YMCA. The Y will incorporate the new gear into its summer camp programs. 7 Visions Federal Credit Union staff prepares its donations for the YMCA.

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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF BERGEN COUNTY

Members and friends of the Junior League of Bergen County (JLBC) gathered for a Designer Purse Bingo fundraiser to support the organization’s ongoing projects. The women’s group promotes volunteering and improving the community through action and leadership. 2–3 Event guests and organizers enjoy the bingo fundraiser.

NJ SHARING NETWORK

Volunteers from all over New Jersey crocheted more than 900 shawls and blankets to express gratitude and support for families of deceased organ and tissue donors. 4 NJ Sharing Network volunteers prepare shawls and blankets and add a personalized message with each package.

IMMACULATE HEART ACADEMY

Immaculate Heart Academy in Washington Township held its Hall of Fame induction ceremony at Seasons. 8 Barbara Fritsche, Lauretta Miller, Mary Ellen Dooley Nye, Lori and John Feery, Mary Ellen and Richard Offer, Rev. Donald K. Hummel, Serena Bocchino 9

103 PRIME AT VALENTINO’S

Welcome to 103 Prime, a Modern Italian Steakhouse and Seafood Restaurant located in Park Ridge. Our focus at 103 Prime is to provide exceptional food, beverages (full bar and extensive wine list), service and ambiance to our local Bergen and Rockland County residents and corporate communities, as well as to our traveling corporate and noncorporate diners.The kitchen specializes in hand-cut, in-house, 21+ day dry aged steaks, fresh market seafood and eclectic modern Italian cuisine. And now….enjoy the balmy breezes of our new outdoor terrace!

Mondays: 4:30-9 P.M. Tuesdays-Saturdays: 4:30-10 P.M. Open Sundays for Private Events

103 Spring Valley Rd., Park Ridge 201.391.2220 | www.103prime.com 625 Rivervale Rd, River Vale (201) 660-7960 | www.letsmeatsteakhouse.com

Join us for our next

AL FRESCO DINING GUIDE in July

For space reservations or more information, please contact Tom Flannery, Publisher at 201.571.2252 or thomas.flannery@wainscotmedia.com

LET’S MEAT STEAKHOUSE

Let’s Meat Steakhouse is nestled on a leafy street in River Vale. This neighborhood gathering place feels like a lounge with a gregarious bar scene, dark décor and sparkly curtains fronting the restrooms, and now offers a beautifully decorated outside dining area. The design is perfect for gathering old friends or making new friends inside or out under our tent. Let’s Meat offers an exceptional experience featuring the rich tradition of a classical steakhouse, serving only the finest USDA Dry-Aged Steaks, premium seafood, and traditional Italian specialties. At Let’s Meat, our culinary team uses only the finest ingredients and food products available.

SANDUCCI’S

Sanducci’s is a Casual Italian Eatery that is family owned and operated. Let us share our passion for food and our Italian heritage as you gather around our table and dine Al Fresco. We are a BYOB so grab your favorite bottle of wine and let us do what we do best. We are closed on Tuesdays and open all other days serving dinner. As we say in Italian, “Mangia e Beve (eat and drink).” We look forward to serving you!