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VOLUME 21 ISSUE 8 | AUGUST 2021

HEALTH & LIFE | FOOD & FASHION | HOME & HAPPENINGS

AFTER SCHOOL

in Mahwah

THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL ISSUE

BACK TO SCHOOL CLOSING THE BOOK ON PANDEMIC LEARNING WHAT’S YOUR STYLE? 5 LOOKS TO SUIT YOUR KIDS’ TASTE GET IN THE GAME THE BENEFITS OF YOUTH SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL BOUND 10 TIPS FROM RECENT GRADS

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CONTENTS

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Features

Health Screenings You’ll Need | 32

Did the pandemic make you neglect routine medical tests? Here’s a checklist—by age group—of what to catch up on.

To Play Is To Win | 34

As a Teaneck pediatrician explains, sports can make kids stronger, fitter—and happier.

Learning Curve! | 36

These toys promise to help your little one build knowledge through everyday fun.

The World’s A Classroom | 38

Whatever your young scholar’s passion, there’s a nearby place to visit for lively, on-the-spot learning.

What High Schoolers Need to Know... | 40

…Offered by those who know best— college students. Here are 10 tips for your new ninth grader.

The Fab Five | 46

Make the hallway your runway! No matter which fashion clique you fit into, you’ll get an A+ in Style 101 with any of these fashion-forward looks.

A Yard for All Seasons | 52

In Old Tappan, a property takes on new life with a multifunctional, year-round outdoor design.

THE YEAR OF LOST LEARNING Starting in September, schools will be working hard to help students recoup academic losses suffered during the pandemic. Parents can help too.

IN EVERY ISSUE 6 Editor’s Note 30 Health News 76 Be There 80 Where to Eat

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CONTENTS

Departments Bergen Buzz | 16 Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in the county.

For Men Only | 20

It’s par for the course to look stylish while you’re playing those 18 holes.

Style Watch | 22

Dot your wardrobe in black and white to pack a playful punch.

Now Trending | 24

Virtual no more! The return to in-person learning is the perfect excuse to get your kid(s) a stylish new bookbag.

Jewelry Box | 26

Jewelry featuring aquatic wonders will help you bring an ocean of style to the Shore.

Home Front | 28

Fashion’s favorite print gets a“check” for home too with these hip-to-be-square pieces.

Tastes | 56

Experts offer secrets for upping the nutrition quotient on dishes your children will love.

Power Food | 62

You’d imagine the juicy, bite-sized grape to be nutritious as well as refreshing. You’d be right.

Spirits | 68

This tart cocktail bridges the gap between summer and fall, when you might still want a drink that’s refreshing but not too summery.

Just Married | 78

The bride’s parents’ Upper Saddle River backyard was the perfect location for this intimate June wedding. All guests were vaccinated, which made the festivities even more celebratory.

Gatherings | 86

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

A Bergen Moment | 88

Three little boys couldn’t believe their eyes at Field Station: Dinosaurs in Leonia.

26 ON THE COVER: Mahwah’s Genevieve Strattner returns home after a full day of school. Photo by Stephen Vitarbo.

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Ready or Not, Back to School! Can you hear the collective sigh of relief as parents prepare their kids to return to the classroom? Last year’s confusing back-and-forth mishmash— in-person, remote, hybrid, remote, inperson, etc.—is likely to be succeeded this year (fingers crossed) by a more or less traditional in-school school calendar we once took for granted. But while the rhythm will recall old times, the challenge will be new. After all, as the Greek philosopher Heraclitus said (and he was no mean scholar), nobody ever steps into the same river twice. Each time it’s a new river, and each time you’re a new you. It’s likely that the flurry of back-toschool activity will be accompanied by anxiety for kids and parents alike as they consider what this academic year will be like. The old problems haven’t gone away—bullying, loneliness, academic pressure, peer pressures and social insecurity, the temptation to do drugs. But now they’ve had an overlay of isolation and anxiety. The experts say the pandemic exacerbated them, and increased the gap between successful kids and those who struggle. They say the phenomenon of “pandemic learning loss” is real. (See page 42.) We’d like to reply simply, “But take heart—kids are resilient!” And there is truth in that. But it’s our job to look past the platitude at the more complex reality. That’s why we’ve prepared a group of feature articles for this issue that in various ways touch on education. Instructive toys for your pre-schooler (page 36). Educational trips to nearby destinations you may have neglected when your journeys were more ambitious ones (page 38). What kids learn from participating in team sports—and what parents should do to promote such participation without pushing (page 34). And finally, is your youngster facing that scary transition to high school? In “What High Schoolers Need to Know” on page 40, we present a kind of instruction manual for students—by recent students themselves. We guarantee that none of them will say those trite old words: “These are the best years of your life—cherish them!” While our minds were on kids, we came up with sneaky ways to turn kid-beloved meals into nutritional home runs—without removing the yummy taste (page 56). We reveal a backyard transformed to meet the year-round needs of a family with three teenagers (page 52). Also, in a start-of-the-school-year spirt of taking stock, we present a handy rundown of recommended health screenings—not just for kids, but for every age on up to Grandpa. The fact is, the start of every school year is a time of renewal and redefinition, as Heraclitus would surely agree. This year we need that spirit big-time. While the politicians talk of “building back better,” we can have our own version of that here in our much-blessed county. So why not go with the flow a little? The leaves will be turning soon. This is the start of what’s next.

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At FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY, we’re committed to experiential learning. We take our students outside the classroom and teach them the real-world skills they’ll need to flourish. We invest in state-of-the-art technology and put it in the hands of our students from day one, helping them develop the skills top companies look for when they are hiring. And we’ve added to our already impressive list of over 100 majors and over 40 combined degree programs in which students can complete both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in just five years — giving students more options than ever.

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DOG DAYS During the dog days of summer, remember to take care of your furry friends. Turn to page 18 for a few quick tips to keep your best friend cool on a hot day, then visit bergenmag.com/6-waysto-protect-your-pets-thissummer for even more advice from Kevin Yun, DVM, of Allendale Veterinary Hospital.

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GREAT EXPECTATIONS:

PARENTS’ HOPES FOR THE NEW YEAR

As a new school year dawns and students excitedly gear up with new clothes, shoes and backpacks, BERGEN checked in with those watching from the sidelines: Mom and Dad. Do they share the same enthusiasm as their little ones? We asked our readers one question: What’s your greatest hope for the upcoming school year? Answers varied, but there was a resounding call for normalcy after last year. Here is what seven had to say: “My hope is for coaches and parents to teach kids that sometimes it’s important to play for the fun of playing, whether they win or lose, knowing that they gave their best.” —Nisha Maggon, Allendale “I want my kids spending more time learning how to be happy and less time pondering the complexities of the modern world. Leave that to the parents.” —John Kaminski, Hillsdale

“As my daughter starts her sophomore year of high school, I want her to continue to find lifelong friends and take advantage of every opportunity that arises. I want her to enjoy her last few years of childhood before she heads off to college.” —Anna Ragucci, Harrington Park “I look forward to teachers and children working together on tons of hands-on learning and engaging in-person activities.” —Lisa Whalen, Mahwah “One of my hopes is to spend as much time with my two children who are going to be seniors in high school. I hope I can see them be as involved in school as they were pre-COVID to enjoy all that senior year has to offer.” —Linda Quinn, Montvale “My hope is that my son will enjoy the social side of school again and that he will get the benefit of learning from teachers who can focus on just the kids in the classroom with them, rather than virtual students as well.” —Kate Gallucci, Oradell “My greatest hope is a return to normalcy for the children. The children have been through so much and I hope they can return to the school life they once had pre-pandemic. Kids are looking forward to being in the classroom for a full day in which they can enjoy class parties, spend more time with their friends and go back to learning in a safe environment.” —Mariam Dawoud, Upper Saddle River

DID YOU KNOW? There were 134,217 students enrolled in Bergen County public schools for 2020. According to the New Jersey Department of Education, that total was 2,211 more than the previous year. BERGENMAG.COM

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CULINARY CORNER LONG LIVE GUATEMALA! If you’re craving something South American, Viva Guate in Cliffside Park serves up delectable Guatemalan cuisine for all to try. A must-have is their pepián, one of the country’s most popular dishes. This rich, meaty stew is sure to warm any heart, but there are lighter seafood and vegetarian options as well. Whichever you choose, sip on a creamy horchata as you wait for your meal.

The season’s last hurrah, Labor Day, is right around the corner. It’s the final holiday before fall, the last long weekend before kids go back to school—so make it count! BERGEN has a few suggestions where families can enjoy one final care-free week: Sept. 3–6, St. Joseph Feast, Lodi. After taking last year off, the festivities of this annual event are back on and better than ever. With classic Italian foods and a special procession put on by the Saint Joseph Society, it’s been a Bergen County favorite for more than 100 years. For more information, visit saintjosephsociety.org. Sept. 5, Dom Mircovich 5K, Closter. This annual run is flat and fast and honors former Closter resident Dom Mircovich, who died in the World Trade Center attacks. Sign-ups are $20, which includes a T-shirt for the first 175 registrants and post-race refreshments. Younger runners age 12 and under can sign up for the program’s fun run. For more information, visit closterrec.com. Sept. 6, Labor Day Street Fair, Rutherford. Now in its 45th year, this event is the oldest annual street fair in New Jersey. More than 25,000 people flock to downtown Rutherford for good food, crafts for kids and live entertainment. For more information, visit cliffhangerproductions.com.

Viva Guate, 498 Anderson Ave., Cliffside Park, 201.699.0590

THE PEOPLE’S DINER Do we really need another diner in our area? Um, yes! And we can’t think of a better name for Bergen’s latest, Foodies Diner, located in South Hackensack. With an extensive menu and classic American favorites such as deluxe hamburgers, a variety of fries and, of course, eggs, waffles and pancakes, one bite here might make you re-think your go-to diner. The second best part of the new restaurant: Everything comes with service with a smile. Foodies Diner, 582 Huyler St., South Hackensack, 201.440.1116, foodiesnj.com

HOW SWEET IT IS! The Shops at Riverside’s newest eatery, Sweetgreen combines the convenience of a fast-food restaurant with farm-fresh quality. But make no mistake: It’s not just for the health-conscious eater. Customizable salads with fresh vegetables, meats and dressings make for a mouthwatering experience, while grain bowls will fill empty stomachs and add extra protein to your diet. Sweetgreen, 390 Hackensack Ave., Hackensack, 201.597.0016, sweetgreen.com

STEAKS, SALADS AND SEAFOOD, OH MY! Feed your red-meat desires at Moo Moo’s Italian Steakhouse in Cresskill, a upscale restaurant known for its fresh meats and ingredients. The name of the game here is steak, of course, but a long list of salads, pastas and seafood options are available to cater to all palates. Meat eaters will enjoy the marinated USDA Prime porterhouses, while pasta lovers can opt for classic Italian cacio e pepe. Buon appetito! Moo Moo’s Italian Steakhouse, 172 Piermont Rd., Cresskill, 201.266.8155, moomoossteakhouse.com

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Dog: Leo, 10-month-old Maltipoo Owners: Ashley and Ryan Greenan of Park Ridge

TEEL AT THE BAT High-fives to Kyle Teel (left), a 2020 graduate of Mahwah High School and former New Jersey Gatorade Player of the Year, for being named to the USA Collegiate National Baseball Team following a standout freshman season with the University of Virginia. He led the Cavaliers with a .335 batting average and tied for the team lead with nine home runs. Teel and 47 of the country’s top college players join Team USA, which competes in a series of intra-squad games throughout the summer. THERE SHE IS… She is beauty, she is grace, she is Miss NJ High School America 2021. Juliet Gelineau (right), a New Milford resident and rising sophomore at the Academy of the Holy Angels in Demarest, earned the beauty pageant title this year and was among the finalists at the Miss High School America’s national competition in June. “I had an amazing week of building friendships and having new experiences with beautiful, bright, confident, passionate young women,” Gelineau tells BERGEN. What’s next for her? A member of her school’s softball and dance teams, she’ll work with Miss High School America’s BRAVE program (Building Respect and Values for Everyone), an anti-bullying platform that promotes empowerment through education.

Named not after the zodiac sign but for a Hollywood leading man, Leo the Maltipoo is the Greenan family’s real-life Wolf of Wall Street and the king of the world. He came to Park Ridge as a 3-pound pup from Ohio and now lives in luxury, taking over the highest part of the couch to look over everyone and everything, parents Ashley and Ryan report. And like every movie star, Leo likes his beauty rest and might not wake up until 10 a.m. But don’t let the sleepy boy fool you: He’s notorious for jumping on the table and stealing a lamb chop bone right from under your nose, as Ashley recalls a memorable Easter meal. “He used to not even be able to climb down the stairs, but now he has the vertical leap to hop on a table,” she says. “He’s little but incredibly athletic and absolutely keeps us on our toes every minute of the day.” Sounds like the perfect puppy to us! Want to see your furry friend in a future issue of BERGEN? Email rita.guarna@wainscotmedia.com.

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WE’LL TOAST TO THAT Despite the pandemic, several Bergen County restaurants continued to go above and beyond to provide excellent wine service. Wine Spectator (WS) took note, as the publication announced its 2021 Restaurant Awards. The honor recognizes distinguished wine lists featuring a wide array of fine wines from some of the world’s best producers. And the Bergen honorees are (drum roll, please!): Bacari Grill, Township of Washington. This Bergen favorite has received the WS honor every year since 2000. That’s 21 years of careful attention to detail to ensure patron satisfaction with every sip. 800 Ridgewood Rd., Township of Washington, 201.358.6330, bacarigrill.com

Esty Street, Park Ridge. With 12-pages of wines complete with descriptions of each, Esty Street’s wine menu is truly a work of art.

COOL OFF YOUR HOT DOG Our furry friends are our greatest companions, and we want to take care of them during Bergen’s sweltering summers. Of course, we’d never deprive them of their daily walks, but those periods of outdoor exercise can be harmful when temperatures are high. One suggestion is to take a walk where water is easily accessible—and available for your pooch to take a quick dip. Fortunately, our county has several scenic hikes with bodies of water where doggos can cool off: • Saddle River County Park. The trail follows the Saddle River from Ridgewood to Saddle Brook, with several access points for dogs to soak their paws. • Ramapo Valley County Reservation, Mahwah. Scarlet Oak Pond and MacMillan Reservoir, both within a mile from the main parking lot, are popular spots for people and pups. • Wood Dale County Park, Woodcliff Lake. Pups can romp around in the dog park, then wade of the nearby pond. When a lake isn’t nearby, owners should consider a few basic tips to keep their best friends safe: *Paw Protection: If you cannot put your hand on hot pavement for more than three seconds,

it is too hot for dogs’ paws, says Kevin Yun, DVM, of Allendale Veterinary Hospital. He recommends investing in booties for your dog’s feet or applying paw waxes or petroleum jelly to paw pads to create a protective barrier. *Take Notice: The sun in general can be too much for Fido. Indicators that pets may be overheating: excessive panting, difficulty breathing, tacky gum color, lethargy and loss of appetite. Yun says the quickest way to cool off a dog is to put an ice pack wrapped in a towel on the jugular vein, which is located on both sides of the neck. *Time is on Your Side: Yun advises owners to walk their dog when the sun is not at its harshest. Early mornings or shortly before or after the sun goes down are ideal times.

86 Spring Valley Rd., Park Ridge, 201.307.1515, estystreet.com

Felina, Ridgewood. Felina will have you feeling fine with your choice of reds and whites. Did we mention their selection of rare and exotic wines? 54 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, 551.276.5454, felinarestaurant.com

Haven, Edgewater. Wines from California, France and Italy make up this list. People are rushing through the door for some Russian River. 2 Main St., Edgewater, 201.943.1900, havenedgewater.com

Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & Tavern, Ho-Ho-Kus. Sommeliers welcome! We’re sure even the toughest of wine critics will find something here to appeal to their palate. 1 E. Franklin Tpke., Ho-Ho-Kus, 201.445.4115, hohokusinn.com.

Morton’s The Steakhouse, Hackensack. The popular steakhouse chain has a carefully crafted list of wines that pair perfectly with their delectable steaks. 1 Riverside Square Mall, Hackensack, 201.487.1303, mortons.com

Oceanos, Fair Lawn. The staff at Oceanos are constantly updating their list of wines to complement the new seafood dishes. 2-27 Saddle River Rd., Fair Lawn, 201.796.0546, oceanosrestaurant.com

River Palm, Edgewater. The River Palm has wine lovers in the palm of their hand with a list of domestic wines from the best spots in the country. They’ve even gone down under to feature some of the best Australia has to offer. 1416 River Rd., Edgewater, 201.224.2013, riverpalm.com

The Capital Grille, Paramus. You’re going to want to capitalize on the opportunity to try the wines on this list. They’ve even done the work for you, listing every wine’s best dish pairing.

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1 Garden State Plaza Blvd., Paramus, 201.845.7040, thecapitalgrille.com

It’s no secret that some of the country’s best athletes have Bergen roots, and the following trio of football stars are hoping to see their names in lights in the NFL this fall. Pictured at left, Nakia Griffin-Stewart, 24, a Tenafly High School grad and former Rutgers and University of Pittsburgh tight end, is back in Bergen County. He spent the summer donning No. 47 for the New York Giants, where he hopes to be a regular member of the team’s roster. The Baltimore Ravens have high hopes for rookie linebacker and Hackensack native Odafe Oweh (middle), who the team selected as the 31st overall pick in the NFL Draft this spring. Last season, he was named first team All-Big Ten Conference while starring for Penn State University. And don’t even think about challenging Ridgewood High School and Georgia Southern University graduate Younghoe Koo (right) to a field goal competition; he will most definitely win. The 26-year-old will be lining up as the Atlanta Falcons kicker for another season, hoping to duplicate his 2020 Pro Bowl campaign. BERGENMAG.COM

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The Oceanaire, Hackensack. Syrah? More like hurrah for this fabulous wine list. Affordable options and bottles fit for life’s special moments make up this list to ensure there is something for all occasions. 175 Riverside Square Mall, Hackensack, 201.343.8862, theoceanaire.com

Ventanas, Fort Lee. Wine: the windows to the soul. Is that how the saying goes? Either way that’s the case at this Fort Lee eatery showcasing American, French, German, South African and Spanish wines. 200 Park Ave., Fort Lee, 201.583.4777, ventanasatthemodern.com

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{ STYLE WATCH }

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{ HEALTH NEWS } DREAD THE RED…

Meat, that is. A study of 20,000 people showed that red and processed meat eaters had poorer heart function and stiffer arteries. Experts theorize that the trimethylamine NOxide (TMAO) produced when we digest red meats causes tissue and blood vessel damage. —Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

NUTS ABOUT VEGGIES

Stumped about how to get kids to eat more vegetables? Serve them with peanut butter. A study found that pairing veggies with a food like peanut butter that kids really like significantly increased consumption of the greens.

TESTING: 1, 2, 3

The top two reasons doctors ordered tests? Fear of missing something that would help them diagnose their patients and protection against malpractice.

—Journal of the American Dietetics Association

1 IN 5

—Academic Emergency Medicine

The number of adults in the U.S., or 50 million people, who suffer from arthritis. The disease strikes all ages, races and genders and is the No. 1 cause of disability in this country. —Arthritis Foundation

DROP IN LIFE EXPECTANCY

Americans can expect to live a year less than they could in 2019, in large part because of deaths linked to COVID-19. Average life expectancy, based on data from January to June 2020, is 77.8 years, down from 78.8 in 2019.

The percentage increase in the number of cosmetic procedures, such as face lifts, performed during the pandemic.

—National Centers for Health Statistics

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PREDIABETES A RISK?

In adults 65 years or older, having an elevated blood sugar level, or prediabetes, once believed to be a good indication of developing type 2 diabetes, might not be a worry after all. A recent study found that about 8 percent of older adults with prediabetes went on to develop the disease.

SHORT & EFFECTIVE

A recent study reports that people who did short— around 15 minutes—exercise regimens (think push-ups, sit-ups and the like) three times weekly for six weeks increased their strength and endurance. —International Journal of Exercise Science

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HEALTH SCREENINGS YOU’LL NEED

Did the pandemic make you neglect routine medical tests? Here’s a checklist—by age group—of what to catch up on.

Vaccination against COVID-19 is becoming more widespread, and prevention of the disease (including the now-dominant Delta variant) is better understood than ever. But preventing other diseases, or catching them early when they’re most treatable, has fallen behind during the pandemic. “Many people skipped their physicals or wellness exams in 2020, and others put off their vaccinations for pneumonia and/or shingles until they finished their COVID vaccine series,” says Seena Shekari, D.O., medical director of Valley Medical Group’s Primary & Walk-In Care Center in Waldwick. “Mammograms, colonoscopies and bone density scans were also brushed aside last year.” Don’t brush aside your own long-term health! We’ve assembled this guide to important preventive screenings that can safeguard your health through life’s stages. Remember: The dangerous conditions you need to guard against don’t go on sabbatical when a new virus arrives. AGES 1 MONTH TO 18 Health screenings vary for infants, toddlers, children and teens, and your pediatrician can tell you what is recommended for each age group. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends developmental and behavioral screening for all children during well-child visits at 9 months, 18 months and 30 months, with screening for autism-spectrum disorder at 18 months and 24 months. Of course, inoculations begin as early as 2 months of age. Dr. Shekari adds that vaccines are very important for kids of all ages. (For childhood vaccination schedules recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, go online to visit cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/easyto-read/child-easyread.html and cdc.gov/vaccines/ schedules/hcp/imz/child-adolescent.html.) Finally, says the doctor, “key markers are physical, cognitive and social developmental milestones.” AGES 18 TO 39

Yearly: • Blood-pressure screening for heart conditions • Depression/mental health screening • Infectious disease screening • Flu vaccine • Skin check for skin cancer • Breast exam for suspicious lumps (women) • Testicular exam for testicular cancer (men) Every three years: • Cervical cancer screening starting at age 21 (women) Every five years: • Cholesterol (lipid) blood tests (yearly if you have risk factors for cardiovascular disease) • HPV (human papillomavirus) test For specific patient groups: • Thyroid-stimulating hormone test (TSH) for underactive or overactive thyroid—if you’re symptomatic • Diabetes and cholesterol—if you’re overweight or have a family history • Colon cancer or breast cancer—if you have a family history AGES 40 TO 64 Continue the screenings in the 18-to39 age group as recommended by your physician and begin these: Yearly: • Mammogram for signs of breast cancer—at an earlier age if high risk (women) • Lung cancer screening with low-dose CT (computed tomography) scans if over age 55 with a history of smoking 1 pack per day for 20 years, 2 packs per day for 10 years, etc.

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Every few years: • Ovarian cancer screening—every three years if you’re at high risk (women) • Prostate-specific (PSA) blood test and/or a digital rectal exam—at age 55 and every two to four years Earlier if you’re high-risk (men) • Blood glucose test for type 2 diabetes—earlier if you’re high-risk • Colorectal cancer screening at age 45—with stool test every year or with colonoscopy every five years Once: • Shingles vaccine, which consists of two inoculations of the Shingrix vaccine at an interval of two to six months AGE 65 AND OLDER Continue the screenings in the earlier adult age groups as recommended by your physician and begin these:

Yearly: • Screening for Alzheimer’s disease or dementia Every few years: • Bone density study (DEXA scan)—every two to five years if you have a risk factor such as chronic steroid use (men). Earlier than 65 if high-risk (women) Once: • Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) screening for men 65 to 75 with a smoking history, even if they’ve only smoked one cigarette • Pneumococcal vaccine OTHER SCREENINGS FOR GOOD HEALTH Additional exams for adults include regular dental and eye exams, and hearing tests if you have symptoms of hearing loss. Your primary care provider may also perform a mental health exam to evaluate psychological concerns. A physical assessment of your height, weight and body mass index (BMI) can help determine future health risks and guide lifestyle changes in diet and exercise. And Dr. Shekari suggests that everyone in every age group get their flu vaccine this fall, even though last year saw historically low levels of flu due to masking and social distancing. “The most important thing a patient can do is see his or her primary care doctor yearly,” says Dr. Shekari. “That way we can assess individual risk factors and benefits of various tests and decide the best course of action.” BERGENMAG.COM

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TO PLAY IS TO WIN

{ HEALTHY LIVING }

As a Teaneck pediatrician explains, sports can make kids stronger, fitter— and happier.

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Today’s parents fondly recall their own playing days, when we dreamed of becoming the next Michael Jordan, Mia Hamm or Joe Montana. Though most of us didn’t win athletic fame, we were winners anyway— enjoying the developmental benefits of exercise, social contact, teamwork and disciplined effort. But now the things we won are in jeopardy for our kids. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), children ages 6 to 17 should get 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity each day. Those who exercise regularly reduce their risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity. But despite the CDC’s advice, only about 24 percent of that population meets the recommended guideline. With recreation leagues, travel teams and school sports, Bergen County children have a wealth of opportunities to get involved in organized athletic activity. The COVID pandemic slowed participation in 2020, but as vaccination numbers increase and safety protocols are followed, doctors and coaches say playing is a go this fall. That’s especially important as kids “return to normal,” says Harry Banschick, M.D., chief of Pediatrics at Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck.

DOES A BODY GOOD

Of course, sports are great for kids’ bodies. They enhance overall fitness, which has numerous benefits. “When you exercise, your metabolism is stimulated, your heart works and you build vital organs,” says Dr. Banschick. “The heart works more efficiently when you exercise on a regular basis.” As the heart gets stronger, a child’s energy output during the day will increase—which can help balance caloric intake/outtake, build endurance and improve sleep. “Any movement activity,” the doctor adds, “clears your mind and stimulates the body to produce hormones to make you feel better.” And while many young athletes find it hard to stick with a fitness plan on their own, being part of a team makes it just a little easier to stay on track. “You can be a runner, which is an individual activity, but you can run with friends in cross-country,” notes Dr. Banschick. “Tennis is the same: You’ll stay active but still play as a social activity.”

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Playing sports doesn’t just keep you physically active, it keeps you socially active too—something that many children, especially younger ones, struggled to do during the pandemic. Being away from friends and teammates was detrimental for a lot of kids. “The lack of socialization is one of the biggest problems we see in adolescents and teens,” the doctor says. “We’ll have many pre-K and kindergarten students socializing with others for the first time this fall, and that can bring anxiety. Having them play sports and be a part of a group can ease them into social environments.” By joining a team, kids can make new friends and stave off loneliness—a major contributor to teen depression. According to the CDC, extreme depression can lead to suicide, one of the leading causes of death for youths ages 10 to 24.

MINDS IN ACTION

Sports can also do wonders for kids’ developing brains. Participating in a practice or game can command their concentration, providing a welcome break from schoolwork and other day-to-day stressors. “Playing a sport makes one learn to focus better,” says Dr. Banschick. The CDC adds that regular exercise helps keep thinking and judgment skills sharp as kids age. All that physical activity is good for their mood too. It increases the brain’s level of endorphins, so-called “feelgood” chemicals that serve as uppers. They also function as natural painkillers that keep young athletes feeling more comfortable. Parents have a role to play other than cheerleader as they encourage their children to join a team. Pushing them to do their best is OK, but more important is knowing when enough is enough. “Be sure you can talk openly with your kid, and know when to back off,” Dr. Banschick advises. “Some of us live our lives through our children and don’t realize it.” Adults must also ensure their children are physically able to perform, especially with summer temperatures still in play. For instance, overweight kids who participate in sports to improve their health should be physically cleared for afternoon sessions in the heat. “These players are on football teams, but 2 p.m. practices under the sun are not a smart thing unless the kid is properly hydrated and conditioned,” he says. “Parents and coaches have to be careful how much water they’ll lose.” Dr. Banschick also recommends that young athletes avoid sports drinks loaded with sugar as well as energy drinks that contain large amounts of caffeine. In the end, parents and children should always remember that youth sports are about having fun and meeting new friends. “Your kid may not be the greatest athlete,” Dr. Banschick says, “but the most important thing that is he or she will be with other kids, being active and hanging out together.”

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{ LEARNING }

LEARN TO WALK. Teach your tot not just how to walk but how to balance too with the physician-invented Delta Children First Steps Learn2Walk Balancer. Bungee technology helps little ones safely maintain center of gravity, while interactive features and “play mode” also help build fine motor skills. Ages 6 months to 2 years. Available at buybuy Baby, Paramus, 201.689.6271.

Learning Curve! These toys promise to help your little one build knowledge through everyday fun. Babies and toddlers have no official schoolwork, but their “curriculum” is the most ambitious one going: the world itself. Playing is their way of discovering, and toys can facilitate that process. The eight educational products here have been hand-picked by BERGEN’s editors (hey, some of us are parents too!) to foster your child’s skills and imagination in a way that’s both fun and engaging. Help your youngster...

LEARN THE ALPHABET. With this one your child will surely get an “A”—and all the other letters too. A bilingual baby? Si, Señor, with the Musical Turtle Toy in English and Spanish from iPlay iLearn. This little guy has four modes: numbers, letters, happy laughter and “crawl and chase,” the last of which is perfect once your tyke starts moving. Ages 6 months to 6 years. Available at iplayilearn.com.

LEARN TO PLAY MUSIC. Inspire your rockstar-in-the-making to get strumming with the Loog Mini acoustic guitar, which has three strings to make learning to play a breeze. It even comes with an app and flash cards that teach kids how to form chords. Ages 3 and up. Available at loogguitars.com.

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LEARN THROUGH ROLE PLAYING. The LittiCity Pretend Play Teachers Set gets a gold star for creativity. The play set comes with a dry-erase board, classroom posters, reward stickers, a school bell and more props, teaching aspiring educators their numbers and letters through role play and dress-up. Ages 3 and up. Available at Walmart, Teterboro, 201.375.4002.

LEARN TO STRATEGIZE. Young children may not be quite ready for a game of Risk, but they can learn strategy via Monza, a classic racing-car board game from Haba in which the goal is to be the first one to the finish line. The 20th-anniversary version comes in a limited-edition, metalembossed tin with metallic painted dice and a new track. Ages 5 and up. Available at The Grow-cery, Glen Rock, 201.447.0447.

LEARN TO COUNT. Numbers, hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills are among the things toddlers will finesse with the Haba Rainbow Caterpillar Threading Game. Bonus: The “sewing” will keep them busy and concentrating so hard they’ll pretty much forget about their iPads. Ages 3 and up. Available at Little Skye Children’s Boutique, Ridgewood, 800.393.5840.

LEARN TO BE HEALTHY. Mask-wearing and hand-sanitizing this year didn’t teach kids enough about germs, right? They’ll learn even more about how to protect their bodies with MEandMine’s Fish Out Germs, which includes a fishing game, a book and a trio of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) projects. The goal of the fishing game is to build up white blood cells and “fish out” germs through sensory play and building. Ages 5 to 8. Available at amazon.com.

LEARN TO BUILD. Focus and patience are the names of the game with Plus-Plus GO! Monster Trucks, which let your kid’s imagination run (or race?) wild. This kit contains 600 pieces, 10 wheels and three chassis baseplates to allow for customization of each vehicle. Ages 5 to 12. Available at Tons of Toys, Wyckoff, 201.847.9317.

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{ FIELD TRIPS }

THE WORLD’S A C Whatever your young scholar’s passion, there’s a nearby place to visit for lively, on-the-spot learning. By Darius Amos

Kids have proved they can learn in any environment, from a traditional school setting to a makeshift desk at the kitchen table. But enrichment often goes beyond a classroom curriculum, and students are encouraged to explore their interests by going out into the “real” world— whether they’re a budding William Shakespeare or Elon Musk. Happily, our area abounds in educational places to visit for which no textbook or computer-screen image is an adequate substitute. Which of these categories describes your young scholar? (Hint: You don’t have to stick with just one.)

HISTORY BUFFS:

Perhaps your kids saw the Broadway production of Hamilton, either on TV or on stage prepandemic, or maybe they’re curious about life in their greatgreat-great-great grandparents’ time. If so, a trip to The Hermitage in Ho-Ho-Kus is a must. The 4.9-acre property includes the 14-room Gothic Revival house/ museum, Bergen County’s first National Historical Landmark. The Hermitage, along with another dwelling on the original estate owned by the Bartow family, at one time housed revolutionary figures including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, James Monroe and the Marquis de Lafayette. It’s also the site where Theodosia Bartow Prevost married Aaron Burr after her first husband (a British Army officer) died during the war in 1782. Besides the Hermitage, which is open all year long, the grounds include revolutionary artifacts, the 1890 John Rosencrantz home and gardens maintained by the Master Gardeners of Bergen County.

MUSIC MAKERS:

Whether your budding musician excels on a string, a key or a wind instrument, he or she will appreciate the Mahwah Museum’s Les Paul exhibit. Paul, who lived in Mahwah for nearly six decades, is credited with the creation of the solid-body electric guitar, the preferred style of many of today’s players. In fact, Gibson’s Les Paul model is one of the world’s most popular and recognizable guitars, and many are on display at the museum. Visitors can also catch a glimpse of the music legend’s recording equipment, gear that can be used across many genres, from classical and rock ‘n’ roll to jazz and R&B. Want to play like a legend? Schedule an appointment for a jam session in which you can use a guitar once owned by Paul himself. • Mahwah Museum, 201 Franklin Tpke., Mahwah, 201.512.0099; mahwahmuseum.org

• The Hermitage, 335 N. Franklin Tpke., Ho-Ho-Kus, 201.445.8311; thehermitage.org

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A CLASSROOM BOOKWORMS:

Books are said to open a world of possibilities; they’re tools to further one’s knowledge and help stimulate imagination. Of course there are books in the classroom and the local library, but not the multi-colored array of freshly published ones that make an independent bookstore a browser’s paradise. Bookends in Ridgewood, for instance, has an extensive collection of new releases that haven’t hit the library shelves. But they also have classics and titles that appear on kids’ summer reading lists. Older students may enjoy the “Images of America” series by Arcadia Publishing; each book in the set is dedicated to a Bergen County town and tells its history through old-time photos. Bookends has plenty of these; so does Books & Greetings in Northvale. So stop by with your children to pick out this week’s new releases for their next read. Who knows? You might run into one of your favorite writers, as local authors like New York Times best-seller Harlan Coben have been known to frequent the stores.

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When it’s open, the William D. McDowell Observatory in Lyndhurst welcomes all ages to its research-grade telescope for viewing the heavens. While we wait, note that one of the premier science-minded facilities for children is just outside of our county’s boundaries. The Liberty Science Center (LSC) in Jersey City has interactive programs, exhibits and 3D shows that are aimed at students who love all things STEM (that’s science, technology, engineering and math). For those future astronauts and space explorers, LSC’s Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium is the largest in the Western Hemisphere, with live shows covering such topics as black holes and asteroids. For the younger set, characters like Big Bird and Elmo help make the education go down easy.

Students with a passion for the environment can discover more about the great outdoors in the great outdoors, Mother Nature’s classroom. Educational programs such as Tenafly Nature Center’s Forest Defenders and the Meadowlands Festival of Birding hosted by the Bergen County Audubon Society and Meadowlands Environment Center in Lyndhurst offer a handson opportunity for youngsters to learn how to protect natural habitats and native plants and animals—and why such protection matters. Of course, students can also study by hiking or simply observing the environment at locations like the J. A. McFaul Environmental Center in Wyckoff and the Celery Farm in Allendale. • Celery Farm, Franklin Turnpike, Allendale, 201.818.4400; fykenature.org • J. A. McFaul Environmental Center, 150 Crescent Ave., Wyckoff, 201.891.5571; co.bergen. nj.us/ja-mcfaul-environmental-center • Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly, 201.568.6093, tenaflynaturecenter.org

• Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City, 201.200.1000, lsc.org

• Bookends, 211 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood, 201.445.072; book-ends.com • Books & Greetings, 271G Livingston St., Northvale, 201.784.2665; booksandgreetings.com BERGENMAG.COM

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ARTISTS IN TRAINING:

Has your child fallen in love with sidewalk chalk or the 64 colors packed into a crayon box? To further promote kids’ fondness for brilliant hues, take them directly to the source: Pantone world headquarters in Carlstadt. The company is known for the color swatches of its Pantone Matching System, which standardizes all the colors of the rainbow and more (Pantone has more than 3,000 shades) so that global manufacturers, graphic artists and fashion designers will know that the blue they’re using is the right blue. Visitors to the facility (trips to the site must be pre-arranged) can tour the space and see where workers mix inks for the swatches—and even create new colors. Of course, getting the right shade is a meticulous process, and employees take yearly exams to make sure they can detect even the slightest imperfection. • Pantone, 590 Commerce Blvd., Carlstadt, 201.935.5500; pantone.com

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WHAT HIGH SCHOOLERS NEED TO KNOW…

…Offered by those who know best—college students. Here are 10 tips for your new ninth grader. By Sophia Doyle A sign that your teen is utterly freaked about starting high school? That could be a shrug, a smirk or a curt “Leave me alone!” muttered under headphones in a slouch on the couch. Yet the anxiety’s real. You can talk

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yourself blue about how it was in your day, but the credible folks are the ones who’ve just gone through those four years—and survived. So BERGEN offered 10 of them an advice-giving soap box. Is your kid listening?

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1. Get organized.

“Keep a planner to stay organized and minimize procrastination. Make sure you’re always looking ahead. Teachers love to give assignments all due the same day. It’s very easy to get behind in classes and almost impossible to catch back up. I usually colorcode my classes in my planner, and make sure that I start assignments at least two days before they’re due. Never wait till the last moment to study; it causes more stress and never works out in the end.” —Julia Rabbia, 19, Oradell, Fordham University

2. Apply yourself freshman year.

“When I began high school, I was told by multiple classmates that I didn’t have to worry; freshman year doesn’t matter. But that’s a lie. Colleges look at all your grades, your high school ranking and your GPA. Doing poorly your first year can create a domino effect that ruins your chances of getting into your dream school. Having low grades your freshman year can keep you from honors or AP courses, deflate your GPA, set you behind in your school ranking and make it harder for you to excel in the future. You don’t want your freshman year grades holding you back.” —Kristin Frengul, 18, Paramus, Quinnipiac University

3. Get a tutor.

“High school is hard, and sometimes you’re going to be extremely confused. Teachers have hundreds of kids to focus on, and you do not want to fall through the cracks. Some schools offer student tutors who have taken the course to help; if yours does, take advantage of it. These kids usually have old study guides you can borrow that help you learn what the teacher expects. If your school doesn’t have this opportunity, hire your own tutor, especially when it comes to standardized tests like the SAT or ACT. High school does not prepare you for these tests adequately. Take advantage of any SAT or ACT prep courses you can find. Not getting into your dream school because of a low standardized test score would be heartbreaking.” —Kyle Affrunti, 20, River Vale, Ramapo College of New Jersey

4. Find your niche.

“It’s important to be involved in extracurriculars and go beyond the classroom. I found my home with the marching band because it felt like an extended family where I gained leadership and learned responsibility while we were achieving a common goal.” —Kyle Lordi, 18, Bergenfield, Gettysburg College

5. Be too cool to cheat.

“I heard multiple times that ‘everyone’ cheats. But this is false. The point of high school is to learn. Much of the information I need to succeed in college as a nursing major was taught in high school. If I had cheated my way through exams and assignments, I would never have been able to pass the entrance exams for my major and would have struggled in college. When you cheat you don’t get any benefits from your classes. Cheating can also ruin your chances of getting into the college of your dreams. Schools are extremely hard on students who are caught cheating, placing marks on their record that scare away most colleges. As a student, I can tell you that everyone does not cheat; most students understand that cheating is never worth it. Honestly, most of the time cheating is harder than studying in the first place.” —Kaitlyn Wilhelm, 18, River Edge, University of Rhode Island

6. Don’t get too caught up in friend drama.

“Friends are important in high school. They’re the people you spend time with, have lunch with every day and hang out with. But whenever there’s drama or an argument with a friend, it can take up your time and energy, and sometimes it doesn’t end well. Just remember that high school friends aren’t the end of the world and that’s OK. Everyone goes in different directions, so don’t stress out over the little things—and enjoy your four years of high school.” —Matthew Sileo, 19, Allendale, Ithaca College

7. Try something new.

“Push yourself, take part in things outside of your comfort zone. Personally, I’ve always loved film, which I am studying in college, but I also have made sure to take part in other activities. Throughout high school I was on my school’s baseball team and participated in a local rock band. These things had nothing to do with my college career, nor did they go with what I hope to do in the future. But being part of these extracurriculars not only made me stand out for colleges, which was a bonus, but also helped me become a more rounded person in general. I was able to try new things and see what I enjoy. I’m a drummer who plays Led Zeppelin, loves baseball and enjoys film. Without trying these activities, I would have never learned these things about myself.” —Matthew Youngs, 18, New Milford, Montclair State University

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8. Join a team.

“A quote that I kept in the back of my head throughout high school was ‘Personal talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships.’ I never believed in the true meaning of this quote until I started reminiscing about my four years playing high school sports. I never wanted to play sports in college, nor did I ever want to play them professionally. Sports for me was always an outlet for my energy and a way to have fun and unwind after school. But being part of a team became something much larger; it truly taught me things that school never did. I had to learn how to work with others, whether I liked them or not, and how to depend on others. In life and on the field one cannot do everything— sometimes you’re forced to pass the ball to a teammate and put the game in his hands. I used to hate this, but being part of a sports team taught me how to put my trust in others.” —Quinn Scherer, 20, Harrington Park, University of Maryland

9. Get a job.

“I got a job my junior year in high school, and it was the best decision I ever made. High school is important, but it doesn’t teach you everything. My job taught me life skills such as public speaking, problem solving and how to truly work with others. I was forced to advocate for myself and became a better person when working. It also allowed me to focus on something other than schoolwork 24/7. I never really knew how many life skills I was missing until I started working.” —Olivia Gropler, 19, Emerson, University at Albany

10. Enjoy it while it lasts.

“During my four years of high school, I was looking ahead toward one thing: college. I was focused on getting good grades for college, on being part of clubs for college. I never stopped to smell the roses. My advice would be to enjoy those four years, because they go by fast. If you’re always looking to the future, you might miss out on what’s in front of you. Plan for what’s next, but also take part in the events available right now. Go to prom, cheer at the pep rally, watch a soccer game. Enjoy as much of the high school experience as you can.” —Steven Murno, 20, Hillsdale, Ramapo College of New Jersey

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THE YEAR OF LOST LEARNING

Starting in September, schools will be working hard to help students recoup academic losses suffered during the pandemic. Parents can help too. By Leslie Garisto Pfaff It was, says Judy Cohen, “a crazy-making” year. In September 2020, her son Adam started third grade at Paramus’s Ridge Ranch Elementary School in person, but it wasn’t long before rising COVID-19 infection rates prompted the school to institute a remote model, with students staying home and connecting to their teachers via Zoom. “And then,” Cohen says, “they were hybrid”— spending part of the week at home and part in the classroom— “and then remote again and then hybrid and then, finally, the last month and a half of school, they were in person.” It was, in the language of the pandemic, the new normal, this educational roller coaster that had students and their families holding on as best they could and hoping the ride would end safely, and soon. It presented kids, particularly those in elementary school, with an unprecedented challenge: to hone academic skills and learn new ones while trying to master the unfamiliar technology of Zoom and Google Classroom in an environment— home—that was familiar but could also be, from an educational standpoint, distracting, disruptive and even chaotic.

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Not surprisingly, many students—an early estimate for the state as a whole puts it at one out of three—suffered what’s being called pandemic learning loss. But it might better be described as pandemic stagnation: a failure to learn material they almost certainly would have mastered under normal circumstances. While we’re not likely to know the extent of the previous school year’s loss until standardized tests are administered in the current academic year, most educators agree that it was, for a large number of students, substantial. “Was there learning loss? Absolutely,” says Sheila Goodstein, director of elementary grades at Bergen Arts & Science Charter School in Garfield. “Anyone who says otherwise knows nothing of education.” Her statement is buttressed by the fact that, in June 2021, Governor Phil Murphy signed into law a bill allowing parents to have their children repeat the previous grade; the law notes that “although the increased use of virtual or remote instruction has been necessary in order to limit the transmission of COVID-19, research has shown that the use of such instruction may lead to a gap in learning gains that students may have otherwise experienced had they been learning through in-person instruction.” Some kids held their own. “I do believe that some students have thrived in a virtual

environment, and some have not,” says Christopher Irving, Teaneck’s superintendent of schools. Children who are introverted by nature, for example, and those who’ve experienced teasing or bullying may have welcomed the opportunity to learn in a less stressful environment, and students who are particularly adept at technology may have had an easier time learning remotely than their peers. Ramsey resident Megan Snow notes that her daughter, who attended kindergarten last year at Mary A. Hubbard Elementary School, received extra support because of her learning disability and is now actually on par with students her age. But Snow believes the severe curtailment of in-person classroom time was nevertheless detrimental, to her daughter and many others. “I think that play is a huge pivotal learning aspect of education for kids, particularly in the younger grades,” she says. Clearly, a great many students are starting the new year at a disadvantage because of the pandemic, leaving parents to worry what schools can do to help them catch up.

SUMMER DO-OVER

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summer offering. Students identified by their teachers as struggling were invited to attend in person, while those who simply wanted the extra challenge were allowed to attend remotely. Other schools are expanding their summer programs: Bergen Charter, for instance, previously offered an annual twoweek summer reading program; this summer, the school added an extra week.

EXTRA HELP

If you’re worried that your kids aren’t where they should be because of the pandemic, you’re likely to find help within your school district. Bergen County schools have profited, and will continue to do so, from federal money earmarked specifically for reversing pandemic learning loss, to the tune of roughly $2,850 per student. (New Jersey as a whole is receiving close to $4 billion to help students overcome the effects of the pandemic on learning.) The investment will manifest itself, in part, in extra help, from after-school programs to tutoring. Bergen Charter, for instance, is adding an additional basic skills teacher to help students who are behind in language arts and math “because,” says Goodstein, “we feel that there are gong to be a lot more students that aren’t meeting those grade-level expectations.” Teaneck schools will continue a tutoring program instituted during the past year with federal funds. While some parents may opt for private tutoring, that may not be necessary. Ask

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School officials in Bergen County say they won’t know for sure how the pandemic and remote classes impacted learning gains until standardized tests are administered in the upcoming academic year. Achieve3000, which provides digital learning tools to several local districts, says students who engaged in its platform did not experience learning loss this past year.

your child’s teacher or principal what programs are available and how students can access them. If you don’t find the resources for extra help at school, and you don’t want to opt for a private tutor, Kerry Postma, superintendent of Wyckoff schools, suggests you check with your local library. “Libraries are an excellent resource for students and tend to offer a host of summer and after-school programs to help children with their reading skills.” During breaks, she adds, “it’s important to keep kids reading in their areas of interest.” Make sure you throw in some nonfiction to help your child in subjects like science and social studies.

APPLYING LESSONS LEARNED

While educators wouldn’t want to repeat the experiences of the past year and a half, teachers and administrators have emerged from the pandemic with tactics they’ll be applying in the coming school year—and, very likely, in years to come. One of them is an increased focus on students’ mental health. For many students, the combination of social isolation and worries about COVID made learning a challenge, and no one expects that situation to magically abate with the new school year. “An emphasis on the health and wellness of everyone in the school community, faculty and particularly

our students has always been part of the fabric of our school,” notes Marek Beck, head of Englewood’s private Elisabeth Morrow School. “That’s something we’re going to focus on even more as we start the school year, because we know that’s the key.” Throughout the Teaneck school system, traditional instruction won’t take place during the first three days of school; instead, says Irving, “we’re taking the opportunity to find out how children feel, what it’s like to be back in the schools, and their own mental health state as we begin the year.” The approach, he says, may well become a regular feature of starting a new year. The pandemic has also illustrated the value of learning that’s focused on, and tailored to, the individual student. At Bergen Charter, during the previous year, Fridays were devoted largely to music and art, but throughout the day teachers would lead small groups—sometimes as small as two students—in Zoom-based guided reading. The approach was so effective that it was expanded during the year to include writing as well as reading. Harris Goodman is a senior vice president at Achieve3000, a private company that provides both private and public schools—in Bergenfield, Cliffside Park, Closter, River Edge, Teaneck, Tenafly, and elsewhere— BERGENMAG.COM

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with the digital tools to personalize learning for every student. (The program takes a piece of content—say, an article about current events—and translates it into 12 different forms of increasing complexity; students read the version that’s just slightly above their level of comprehension and, as they improve with each new assignment, continue up the ladder.) Through the company’s own assessments, Goodman says, it determined that “students engaged in the platform didn’t experience any learning loss this past year” and may actually have accelerated their progress. Beth Brennan, head of Elisabeth Morrow’s lower school, notes that her school has always emphasized personalized learning and did so even more during the pandemic. That proved to be successful at moving students more quickly through the curriculum, she says—“I think that’s one of the things we’ll continue to hone and improve on.” Honing and improving on lessons learned during the educational upheaval of the pandemic will concern most Bergen County schools in the new academic year. Says Teaneck’s Irving: “What we’ve learned is that the one-size-fits-all model does not work.” For that lesson alone, parents, educators and most of all, students, have a good reason to be optimistic about the future.

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THE BACK-TOFAB SCHOOL INSPIRED FIVE LOOKS TO Make the hallway your runway! No matter which fashion clique you fit into, you’ll get an A+ in Style 101 with any of these fashionforward looks.

FIT YOUR PERSONALITY

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Celine

BOHEMIAN Clockwise from top left, Ka-Bloom Hoo headband, hoorag. com; Michael Kors cropped faux-fur jacket, Macy’s, Paramus, 201.967.1400; Pikolinos San Sebastian lace-up tall boot, Nordstrom, Paramus, 201.843.1122; Saint Laurent patchwork denim skirt, farfetch.com.

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GRUNGE

Dries van Noten

Clockwise from top left, INOGIH double-grommet belt with chain, amazon.com; Classic Led Zeppelin 1977 tour T-shirt, Cotton On, Paramus, 201.712.7972; Robin’s Jean New Biker in red plaid, Robin’s Jean, Paramus, 201.291.5609; Dr. Martens Sidney Leather Creeper platform shoes, The Dr. Martens Store, Paramus, 201.820.0903.

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PREPPY Clockwise from top left, Vakind & Device school shoulder bag, Walmart, Teterboro, 201.375.4002; Hirigin Argyle plaid sweater, amazon.com; Eastland women’s Sadie saddle shoe, eastlandshoe.com; H&M pleated skirt, H&M, Paramus, 855.466.7467.

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Iceberg

SPORTY Clockwise from top left, Needles satin bomber jacket, farfetch. com; Nike Court AeroBill Advantage tennis cap, Nike Factory Store, Paramus, 201.843.0932; Adidas Essentials full-length pants, Macy’s, Paramus, 201.967.1400; Loewe Flow mixed leather runner sneakers, Nordstrom, Paramus, 201.843.1122.

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GEEK CHIC Stella McCartney tortoiseshell glasses, Bloomingdale’s, Hackensack, 201.457.2000; DKNY piped-trim button-up blouse, Macy’s, Paramus, 201.843.9100; Aerosoles Eden loafer, Globe Shoes, Paramus, 201.843.6515, H&M pleated skirt, H&M, Paramus, 855.466.7467; Prada satin bow headband, Bloomingdale’s, Hackensack.

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A YARD FOR ALL SEASONS In Old Tappan, a property takes on new life with a multifunctional, year-round outdoor design. By Haley Longman Design by Arapahoe Landscape Contractors Photography by Lou Russo

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John Butler and his team at Arapahoe Landscape Contractors turned this blank grassy field in Old Tappan into an ideal backyard for a single mom and her three kids. It was designed much as the interior of a house would be, with zones for cooking, eating, lounging and playing.

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Our area has four distinct seasons; shouldn’t a yard have something to offer in all of them? That was one major selling point in a backyard revamp done recently in Old Tappan. Sure, the swimming pool is the focal point, but the open-air, multi-purpose covered area with a cozy fireplace means the homeowners can easily transition this space into fall—and beyond. “This client wanted a very fun outdoor space for her children, but also a contemporary setting for adults,” says John Butler, founder of Arapahoe Landscape Contractors in Mahwah. The homeowner is a single mom with three kids—ages 15, 13 and 10—who moved into this newconstruction home about a year before hiring Butler. The backyard “before” was a small, grassy field—essentially, it was a compact, blank space on which the experts could get creative. And that they did. They built out two separate spaces under a 24-foot-by-16-foot pavilion: an eat-in kitchen with an attached bar area and a lounge spot equipped with a fireplace and a TV. “We laid it out like a house,” says Butler. “The pool is your playroom, the fireplace area is your living room and the kitchenette is, of course, your kitchen.” The pool has plenty of fun playroom-esque features, including an internal raised spa with two spills in different directions, which is adjacent to a sun shelf where chairs The 8-foot-deep pool with a 3-foot-deep shallow end has an internal jacuzzi, a sun shelf for tanning and broad, stadium-style steps that also serve as seating. A pair of fire bowls give off both illumination and warmth in the evening.

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can be placed. Broad, stadium-type steps in the pool double as benches, and two 24-inch-square copper fire bowls from Bobé on the deep end are both a visual treat and welcome source of warmth for chilly night swims. “Also, the spa is close to the bar, so the family has various ways to interact in this multifunctional space,” Butler adds. The kitchen can cook up a springtime brunch, a summer barbecue or a Thanksgiving feast: It boasts a 42-inch grill with a side burner, two refrigerators, a sink and a perpendicular 14-foot bar with seating for five. The Fortunoff dining table that seats ten is parallel to the pool, which, along with the round table within the eat-in kitchen, can comfortably fit a crowd. “Natural but contemporary” was the goal in the hardscaping. A square-cut natural stone veneer from Bergen Brick Stone & Tile in the spa, kitchen and fireplace marries everything together and complements the black granite countertop, says Butler. The techo-bloc patio pavers from Braen Supply are made from a large rectangular slab that is flat on top, so that it has clean lines like a tile. This project is a perfect example of how a backyard can have multiple uses—and how one’s outdoor space can serve as a respite from the four walls of one’s home during all four seasons of the year. Natural stone veneer and black granite countertops combine for a modern yet inviting vibe. “This pavilion with the fireplace can be used year-round,” says Butler. “There’s a TV for watching the games—they can be out there in the winter if they want to!”

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MAKE KID-FRIENDLY FARE HEALTHY

Experts offer secrets for upping the nutrition quotient on dishes your children will love. The battle has long raged over what to serve your kids: the balanced nutrition they need, or taste treats they’ll actually eat? But now a novel Trojan-horse strategy may turn that conflict into a win-win. Here, BERGEN presents three recipes that are guaranteed hits with the young. Then, after each one, a local nutritionist sneaks in a few ideas for transforming the child-friendly meal into a truly healthy option—while it remains delicious enough to please the finickiest young taste buds.

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HAM & CHEESE SLIDERS Yields 12 servings

INGREDIENTS:

n 12 Hawaiian-style rolls cut in half crosswise (do not separate the rolls) n ¾ lb. deli ham, thinly sliced n ½ lb. Swiss cheese, sliced n 6 Tbs. butter, melted n 2 tsp. Dijon mustard n 2 tsp. poppy seeds n 1½ tsp. dried minced onion n 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce n 1 Tbs. parsley, chopped n cooking spray

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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat a sheet pan with cooking spray. Place the bottom half of the rolls on the pan. Layer the ham on top of the rolls, then layer the cheese over the ham. Place the tops of the rolls over the cheese. In a small bowl, whisk together the butter, mustard, poppy seeds, dried onion and Worcestershire sauce. Drizzle the butter mixture over the tops of the rolls. Cover the sandwiches with foil and bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Uncover the rolls and bake for 3–5 minutes more until the tops of the rolls are lightly browned. Sprinkle parsley over the top. Cut into individual sandwiches and serve immediately.

You can easily slim down these sliders, make them hearthealthy and keep the great taste. Swap in thin-sliced Jerseyfresh tomatoes for the deli-style ham, replace the butter with two tablespoons of olive oil and ditch the cooking spray for parchment paper when baking.”

—Stacey Antine, RDN, founder, Healthbarn USA, Ridgewood

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SLOPPY JOES Yields 6 sandwiches

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n 1 Tbs. butter n 2 garlic cloves, minced n 1 onion, finely chopped n 1 green capsicum/bell pepper, diced n 1 lb. ground beef, minced n 1 Tbs. Dijon mustard (or 1 tsp. dry mustard) n 1½ Tbs. brown sugar n ½ cup ketchup n 14.1 oz. canned crushed tomato n 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce n 1 Tbs. tomato paste n 1 beef bouillon cube, crumbled n ¼ tsp. black pepper To serve: n 5 to 6 soft rolls n cheese slices (optional)

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Melt butter in a large pot over high heat. Add garlic and onion and cook for 2 minutes until onion is almost translucent. Add capsicum and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add beef and cook, breaking it up as you go, until it changes from red to brown. Add remaining ingredients. Mix well, then turn heat down to medium low (or low for strong stoves). Cover and cook for 30 minutes, stirring once or twice to make sure it doesn’t catch on the base. (If in a hurry, cook 15 minutes without lid.) Remove lid and give it a good stir for a minute. Mixture should be thick, not runny and saucy. Adjust salt to taste. Toast rolls. Butter if desired. Pile on lots of filling, immediately top with cheese (heat should semi-melt, otherwise pop under broiler/grill). Top with lid and serve immediately.

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Go lean, reduce the sodium and boost the plant-based proteins by switching out the ground beef for a half-pound of lean ground turkey and 8 ounces of black beans (or pinto or cannellini beans). You can also replace the ketchup and boullion with an additional tablespoon of tomato paste and pinches of sea salt to give it more taste. Top with shredded romaine lettuce, cabbage or sliced tomatoes to up the veggie content.”

—Stacey Antine, RDN, founder, Healthbarn USA, Ridgewood

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BACON BREAKFAST BURRITO Yields 4 servings

INGREDIENTS:

n 6 eggs n 2–3 tsp. (or as needed) olive oil or butter n 4 oz. grated cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, Mexican blend) n 4 slices bacon (cooked until crispy) n 4 large “burrito-sized” flour tortillas n chipotle aioli, for drizzling n salt and pepper to taste For the chipotle aioli: n ½ cup all-natural mayonnaise n ½ lemon, juiced n 2 tsp. chipotle adobo sauce (or to taste) n 1/8 tsp. garlic powder n 1/8–¼ tsp. ground cayenne pepper plus extra to taste n 1/8 tsp. salt

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To make the chipotle sauce, whisk together ingredients and set aside. Recipe yields approximately ½ cup of sauce. Cook bacon via preferred method until crispy. Chop into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Whisk eggs. Heat a pan with oil/butter to medium heat, add eggs and scramble until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add eggs to a greased pan heated to medium heat and scramble until cooked through. Transfer cooked eggs to a large bowl. For easy burrito assembly, warm each tortilla in the microwave for 20 seconds to steam it before filling/ rolling, as they’re easier to fold when warm. For each burrito, warm tortilla and arrange eggs, bacon and cheese in the center of each tortilla. Drizzle with chipotle aioli. Fold and roll until sealed. Place seam-side down. Bring a pan to medium heat with a little oil to prevent sticking. Once the pan is hot, add the burritos, seam side down and cook for about 3 minutes each side or until burritos are hot in the center and golden on the outside. Serve with additional chipotle sauce.

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Grape Expectations You’d imagine this juicy, bite-sized fruit to be nutritious as well as refreshing. You’d be right. The grape is a crisp, refreshing treat that has nourished everyone from the emperors of yore to the oenophiles of today. The versatile fruit, from the genus Vitis (and in botanical terms considered a berry), is the basis not only for wine, but also for juices and jams and jellies and raisins. And by itself, snapped from its native bunch, it’s no mean pop-inyour-mouth snack. Grapes’ wide diversity, from the type you’d spot in vineyards to those you find in the produce section, makes them one of the most bountiful and widely available foods. Grapes as a standard crop date back to ancient civilizations. Records in China show grapes being used in fermented beverages as early as 7000 B.C. Iran has similar annals noting the residue from grapes in pots just as long ago. There are references to wine in classic mythology and religious literature. And it’s a common belief that raisins were discovered in ancient times as well when, as the crop was grown on vine after vine, some grapes were left on too long and eventually dried and wrinkled.

BUY/STORE/SERVE There’s thankfully not much mystery in how to attain grapes if one wishes. Grocery stores come to mind immediately, and any number of farmers’ markets may give you that organic edge you’re looking for. Look for fruit that are plump, smooth-skinned and brightly hued, without too many irregularities. Remember to wash only the grapes you’ll be able to eat in one sitting. In a tightly sealed plastic bag they’re usually good in the fridge for one to two weeks. Place them in the crisper for added humidity, which helps the grapes keep longer. Or freeze them if you plan to cook with them later, as long as you use them all in one go. Grapes are so open and inviting that rinsing them in the sink and plucking them right off the stem can do nicely.

But if you need more frills for your consumption, consider freezing them beforehand. Add a little powdered sugar if you’re looking to spoil yourself. Grapes make a great base for a fruit salad or a smoothie. Their sweet flavor, smooth texture and acidic nature enable them to pair with a number of dishes. Maybe a nice cheese plate. Or consider roasting your grapes for a crostini; it makes the juice that much sweeter. And they always do well in sauces, spreads and garnishes as sides to any meat dish. A few grapes go nicely with a flank steak or even roast pork. —Brian Kelley

POWER UP As one might expect from any fruit or berry, grapes’ health benefits are manifold. They contain antioxidants such as carotenoids and polyphenols that promote heart health and skin health. Some properties are said to help prevent the formation of free radicals, aiding the body in combating common types of cancer. That same action against free radicals—particularly by the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin—is thought to protect the eyes from retinal damage, making cataracts less likely. So if you’re looking to maintain good vision, keep an eye out for grapes. If vitamin supplements of K and C aren’t within reach, it might help to snag off a bunch of this natural supply of both. In fact, the potassium content in grapes is so concentrated it can help regulate blood pressure and also boost the body’s storage of electrolytes. They help you to flush out excess water and toxins that you naturally produce, in case you were feeling a little burdened by them lately. A 100-gram serving of your common grapes found in stores has about 70 calories, as well as about 20 milligrams of phosphorus, which is vital to promoting the strength of bones and teeth. We’re all looking to stay healthy these days, and consuming grapes—either red or green—is an easy and effective step in that direction. Not bad for a handy little fruit that’s 81 percent water!

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This tart cocktail bridges the gap between summer and fall, when you might still want a drink that's refreshing but not too summery.

FIG THYME SHRUB COCKTAIL Yields: 1 serving

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE FIG THYME SHRUB n 2 cups fresh figs, diced n ¾ cup granulated sugar n 1 cup apple cider vinegar n 10 sprigs fresh thyme FOR THE COCKTAIL n 1½ oz. vodka n ½ oz. freshly squeezed lime juice n 1½ oz. fig thyme shrub n 2 oz. club soda n halved fresh figs, for garnish, n thyme sprigs, for garnish

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Make the shrub. In a medium plastic or glass bowl, combine the figs, sugar, vinegar and thyme. Stir to combine, cover with plastic wrap and let sit in the fridge overnight. In the morning, strain through a fine mesh strainer and discard the figs and thyme.

For a flavor twist, replace the shrub with fig rosemary syrup—made by combining three mission figs, two ounces of simple syrup and two rosemary sprigs. Then follow the directions to make our ‘So Figgin Delicious Cocktail.’”

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In-person events are back on the agenda, just in time for summer! Here are 10 that are filled with fun, laughter and entertainment— and will help you safely return to normal. Aug. 14 It might be hot out there, but you’ll enjoy the fresh air and wares at the HERMITAGE OUTDOOR ART & CRAFT FAIR in Ho-Ho-Kus. More than 75 vendors will be selling their goods and crafts from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on the Hermitage’s shaded property; food and refreshments, including frozen treats, will also be available. Tours of the historic mansion and museum are $3. Head to pjspromotions.com for more details about the fair or thehermitage.org to learn about the Hermitage.

Aug. 14–15 Raise a glass to summer at the DEMAREST FARMS WINE FESTIVAL in Hillsdale, from noon to 6 p.m. on both days. Attendees 21+ can enjoy a sampling of reds and whites from top wineries such as Villa Milagro Vineyards and Dimatteo Winery. Live music by Kover Up (Saturday) and a Beatles tribute band (Sunday) will accompany your visit. Sounds like a grape time! Admission is $15. Get your tickets at demarestfarms.com.

Aug. 15 Food trucks and summer go hand-inhand, and the PARAMUS FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL at the Paramus Park parking lot is one of our favorites. Come hungry and grab a bite from more than 20 gourmet food trucks—then stay for the live music, petting zoo, games and activities for the kids and beer garden for the parents. The fun runs from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults, FREE for children under 5. For more information, visit justjerseyfest.com.

Aug. 19 & 26 If you’re looking for a laid-back, outdoor music experience this month, then the PARK RIDGE CONCERT SERIES at the Veteran’s Park gazebo should be music to your ears. There are two can’t-miss performances in August: On the 19th, The Kootz will perform popular rock songs from throughout the decades; on the 26th, return for Over the Waterfall for their set of hits. Each 90-minute show starts at 6:30 p.m., and admission is FREE. Visit parkridgeboro.com for more details as well as a printable flyer to receive a 15-percent discount at participating restaurants on concert nights.

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Aug. 21 Accompany your child to NATURE STORYTIME at the Tenafly Nature Center. From 10–10:30 a.m., one of the center’s Animal Ambassadors will guide the day’s festivities with stories and a trusty animal sidekick. Snakes, frogs, owls, turtles—which critters will show up? There’s only one way to find out. Tickets for non-members are $5 per child; children under 2 are admitted FREE. For more details, visit tenaflynaturecenter.org.

Aug. 26 SAVAGE PIANOS is bringing comedy, high-energy rock ’n roll and plenty of talent to Blue Moon Mexican Café in Wyckoff. The name of the game is Dueling Pianos, and from 6:30– 9:30 p.m. visitors can eat, drink and enjoy the music performed on baby grand pianos and drums. Get the full scoop at savagepianos.com. *Editor’s note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all events are subject to cancellations or changes. Attendees are encouraged to observe local safety guidelines.

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Pack a blanket and chairs, load up the car and take the whole family to Demarest Farms in Hillsdale for an oldschool drive-in movie under the stars. The evening’s featured film, HOMEWARD BOUND, begins at 8:30 p.m. You can bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, or enjoy the full experience by visiting the farm’s concession stand. Tickets are $25 a car and must be purchased in advance. Reserve your spot now at demarestfarms.com.

Mad Science’s SUPER STAR OF SCIENCE series promises to make your child’s day as fun as it is educational at Field Station: Dinosaurs in Leonia. From 8 a.m.–2 p.m. and with a $16.95 day-pass admission to the park, your child can learn all things Jurassic with interactive activities, presentations and experiments. Do you know what the oldest known dinosaur is? The Saltopus. Don’t believe us? Sign up for the series to find out for yourself! Jerseydinos.com has more details.

Aug. 29 Consider yourself crafty? Then head over to the annual FALL CRAFTS AND ANTIQUES IN THE PARK event from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. at Veterans Park in Westwood. More than 110 exhibitors will show off their unique creations and antiques—and the best part is the goods are all available for purchase! Festival foods and refreshments will also be sold. Admission is FREE. For more information, visit pjspromotions.com.

Aug. 29 THE GIANTS will host the Patriots at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford for a preseason game that is sure to get your competitive juices flowing. Whether you’re a lover of the local team or a Bill Belichick superfan, this game will get you in the spirit for the upcoming season. Starting at 6 p.m., enjoy a pretzel and a cold one and cheer on your favorite players. Or tailgate in the parking lot beforehand to extend the sporty fun. Ticket prices vary depending on the section you desire. Get your tickets at metlifestadium.com.

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Bergen County’s Pet Guide

25 FIRST EXAM!*

• Status check on weight, nutrition and general health • Dental check • Vaccination overview

We can’t wait to meet you and your pet.

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AT VCA ANIMAL HOSPITALS, WE CARE *For new clients only. One $25 initial health exam available per pet (dogs or cats only), up to 2 pets per household. Not to be combined with any other offer. Not good toward any services other than those set forth above including; boarding, grooming, prescription and non-prescription medication, and retail items. Not good toward towards emergency and/or specialty veterinary services. Redeemable only at the VCA Animal Hospitals location(s) listed. For pet owners who are aged 18 and older. No Cash Value. Expires 09/30/2021. Cashier Code: 700.525 (Local). ©2021 VCA Animal Hospitals Inc. VCA Logo is a registered trademark of VCA Inc. or its affiliated companies.

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Lida & Rob

The bride’s parents’ Upper Saddle River backyard was the perfect location for this intimate June wedding. All guests were vaccinated, which made the festivities even more celebratory.

VENDORS

WEDDING DATE: June 5, 2021 NUMBER OF GUESTS: 19 FLOWERS Robyn Rohslers Floral Designs, Allendale, robynrohslersfloraldesigns.com PHOTOGRAPHY Nadine Marie Photography, Flemington, nadinemariephotography.com CAKE Carousel Cakes, Nanuet, N.Y., carouselcakes.com HAIR Maricela Xelhua, freelance hairstylist, @maricela_xelhua07 HARPIST Amber Mei Li Mecke, Mullica Hill, ambermeilimecke.com BRIDE’S GOWN Azazie, azazie.com GROOM’S SUIT Macy’s, macys.com GROOM’S SOCKS/TIE/POCKET SQUARE Tie Bar, thetiebar.com RINGS Stag Head Designs, stagheaddesigns.com

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WANTED TOP DENTISTS PROFILES

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Debra Rizzi

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Wainscot Media publishes several special sections throughout the year in our regional magazines. Contact us today to learn more about freelance opportunities available. What is a Periodontist? A periodontist is a specialist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases that affect gums and supporting bones of the teeth. Your general dentist may refer you to a periodontist if it’s determined further specialized treatment is needed when disease is present. In addition, periodontists specialize in the surgical placement of dental implants when teeth are lost due to gum disease or other tooth traumas. A highly-trained periodontist can correct a gummy smile, gum recession or other non-disease complications with surgical and non-surgical techniques. Working closely with general dentists and other dental specialists, my team and I are dedicated to improving the overall health and aesthetics of every patient’s beautiful smile.

Can my teeth be saved if my gums are damaged?

Rizco 2003 Highway 71, Suite 3 Spring Lake Heights, NJ 07762 732.223.1944 | rizco.com

Depending on the severity and progression of a person’s periodontal condition, multiple treatment options are available to restore your natural teeth, supporting soft tissue and bone back to health. Bleeding gums, periodontal pockets, bone loss and loose teeth caused by gum disease may be fully treatable with non-surgical or surgical treatments. Our office offers a more effective method of treating gum disease using LANAP laser surgical technique. A high-energy thin laser fiber is inserted into the periodontal pockets killing bad bacteria and eliminating diseased tissue in a less invasive manner. Two weeks after surgery, our patients are very pleased when their gums have returned to a healthy pink and perio pocketing has substantially decreased. If full-mouth restoration is necessary, we offer the option of staged implant restorations (one at a time). Whether we’re able to keep your natural teeth using our state-of-the-art surgical techniques or replace hopeless teeth with dental implants or a full-mouth restoration, we’ll work with you to provide the best options possible.

Debra Rizzi, President of Rizco, co-founded the company in 2000 with her husband Keith. Originally established in Manhattan, this creative campaign agency will celebrate its 20th anniversary in Spring Lake Heights in February. Passionate about helping businesses grow, Debra thrives on the challenge of staying relevant in today’s technology-driven markets by pursuing education and research to stay ahead of trends. Her success stems from co-partnering with clients to increase brand awareness and engagement using web, print, and multi-layered digital strategies.

ANTHONY CARAMICO, D.M.D.

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MIDLAND PARK FAMILY DENTISTRY

Can I get an implant if I don’t have much bone left?

662 Godwin Ave., Midland Park, NJ 07432 • 201.447.5555 • midlandparkfamilydentistry.com

A Bucknellian and proud mom of three daughters, Debra inspires others by giving back. Rizco routinely offers student mentorships and supports local not-for-profit organizations, such as The Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide and Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Coastal & Northern New Jersey.

AT MIDLAND PARK FAMILY DENTISTRY, the word ordinary doesn’t exist. That’s because Dr. Anthony Caramico and his staff consistently strive to deliver extraordinary service to each patient at every visit. Their commitment to delivering the highest quality, innovative dentistry, in a patient-friendly environment permeates the office. From the state-of-the-art office to the friendly staff that greets every patient, their commitment to patient satisfaction is nothing less than extraordinary. With a passion for changing the way people see and experience dentistry, Dr. Caramico makes continuing investments in his practice with his patient’s oral health and lifestyle in mind. From ongoing training to the implementation of the latest technologies and equipment, he is committed to bringing his patients the industry’s very best practices. These investments ensure that patients have the best smile with less stress. Dr. Caramico has invested in technologies like CEREC to deliver crowns in one visit without messy

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impressions or temporaries, and the SOLEA dental laser to restore a broken tooth or cavity without using a drill or anesthesia. Leveraging the iTero Scanner, which works in tandem with Invisalign®, Dr. Caramico can can show patients what their smiles will look like before orthodontic treatment even begins. “Our mission has been, and always will be, to pursue excellence and to deliver quality care to our patients,” says Dr. Caramico. “Everything I do is with my patients in mind. I am blessed and humbled to have had the good fortune to travel through life with my patients and my staff. Most endearing of all is to care for patients and their families through multiple generations.” Midland Park Family Dentistry continues to expand, offering extended evening hours three days a week and Saturday appointments. Proud of their Bergen County roots, both Dr. Caramico and his associate, Dr. Diane Asmar, welcome you to become part of the family.

The short answer is yes! Ninety-nine percent of the time a skillful surgeon is able to regenerate lost bone that’s strong enough for the placement and support of a dental implant. In the upper back teeth area, the sinus floor may prohibit the placement of a dental implant unless bone is first regenerated or grafted into the sinus floor. This procedure, sinus grafting or sinus lift, allows for an implant to be surgically placed into the grafted area after several months of healing time has accrued.

Dr. Richard Shin opened Alpine Periodontics & Dental Implant in 2003. Dr. Shin is a specialist in treating periodontal and gum disease and in the placement of dental implants. He’s been in practice for 20 years and has performed more than 30,000 surgical procedures. After graduating from New York School of Dentistry and completing his residency requirements at Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, Dr. Shin completed a specialty program at NYU and achieved board certification in Periodontology in 2003. For more than 15 years he’s taught new dentists, most currently at NYU Dental School. Services Offered: • Implant Dentistry • Receding Gum & Grafting • Periodontal Care • Laser Dentistry & LANAP • Smile Makeover • IV Sedation (upon patient request) Residency Program

ALPINE PERIODONTICS & DENTAL IMPLANTS

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Where To Eat

Getting three squares a day has never been easier—Bergen County is home to a selection of restaurants diverse enough to satisfy all of your cravings. SAMDAN 178 Piermont Rd. 201.816.7343 samdanrestaurant.com

DEMAREST YASOU MYKONOS 134 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.768.8500 yasoumykonos.com

DUMONT

DE NOVO EUROPEAN PUB 1257 River Rd. 201.496.6161 denovoeuropeanpub.com

FINK’S BBQ 26 W. Madison Ave. 201.384.3210 finksbbq smokehouse.com

EMMA BISTRO 2 Hilliard Ave. 201.402.7719 emmabistronj.com

FOSCHINI’S 21 E. Madison Ave. 201.387.9998 foschinis.com GRANT STREET CAFÉ 25 Grant Ave. 201.385.1705 thegrantstreetcafe.com Haven in Edgewater

*Editor’s note—Patrons are encouraged to confirm individual restaurant policies regarding seating capacity, social distancing and curbside service.

ALLENDALE ALLENDALE BAR & GRILL 67 W. Allendale Ave. 201.327.3197 allendalebarandgrill.com ALLENDALE STEAKHOUSE 95 W. Allendale Ave. 201.962.9797 allendalesteakhousenj.com NIRVANA INDIAN KITCHEN 29 W. Allendale Ave. 201.818.2300 nirvanaindiankitchen.com RESTAURANT L 9 Franklin Tpke. 201.785.1112 restaurantlnj.net

SAVINI 168 W. Crescent Ave. 201.760.3700 savinirestaurant.com

ALPINE KIKU 385 Rte. 9 W. 201.767.6322

BERGENFIELD CHAPALA GRILL 52 S. Washington Ave. 201.387.2107 chapalamexican grill.com NIHON KAI 41 S. Washington Ave. 201.384.3000 nihonkaijapanese.com TOMMY FOX’S PUBLIC HOUSE 32 S. Washington Ave. 201.384.0900 tommyfoxs.com

BOGOTA LUKA’S ITALIAN CUISINE 10 River Rd. 201.440.2996 lukasitaliancuisine.com

CARLSTADT

CLOSTER

BIGGIE’S 430 Rte. 17 S. 201.933.4000 biggies.com

THE HILL 252 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.899.4700 thehillcloster.com

IL VILLAGGIO 651 Rte. 17 N. 201.935.7733 ilvillaggio.com

LOCALE CAFÉ AND BAR 208 Piermont Rd. 201.750.3233 locale208closter.com

CLIFFSIDE PARK

SEAR HOUSE 411 Piermont Rd. 201.292.4612 searhouse.com

354 STEAKHOUSE 354 Lawton Ave. 201.941.0499 AVO’S GRILL 720 Anderson Ave. 201.945.9038 orderavos.com RUDY’S RESTAURANT 591 Anderson Ave. 201.943.9252 SEDONA TAPHOUSE 679 Anderson Ave. 201.943.2300 sedonataphouse.com VILLA AMALFI 793 Palisade Ave. 201.886.8626 villaamalfi.com BERGENMAG.COM

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STERN AND BOW 171 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.750.3350 sternandbowrestaurant .com

CRESSKILL DELVINA RESTAURANT 172 Piermont Rd. 201.816.0239 delvinarestaurant.com FARMHOUSE CAFÉ 15 E. Madison Ave. 201.266.8931 farmhousecafenj.com

BROWNSTONE PANCAKE FACTORY 860 River Rd. 201.945.4800 brownstonepancake factory.com

IL MULINO 132 Veterans Plz. 201.384.7767 ilmulinodumont.com NAZCA CEVICHERIA 20 E. Madison Ave. 201.385.2689 nazcanj.com

EAST RUTHERFORD AL DI LA 1 Hoboken Rd. 201.939.1128 aldilaitalianbistro.com

FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE 90 The Promenade 201.313.9463 flemingssteakhouse.com GREEK TAVERNA 55 The Promenade 201.945.8998 greektavernausa.com HAVEN 2 Main St. 201.943.1900 havenedgewater.com THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE 15 The Promenade 201.366.4065 ophedgewater.com PIER 115 115 River Rd. 201.313.2155 pier115barandgrill.com

ANNABELLA’S HOUSE OF MOZZARELLA 900 Paterson Plank Rd. 201.804.0303 annabellasmozz.com

REBECCA’S 236 Old River Rd. 201.943.8808 rebeccasedgewater.com

BLARNEY STATION PUB 258 Park Ave. 201.531.0001 blarneystation.com

RIVER PALM TERRACE 1416 River Rd. 201.224.2013 riverpalm.com

CAFFÉ CAPRI 119 Park Ave. 201.460.1039 caffecaprirestaurant.com

ROBERTO’S II 936 River Rd. 201.224.2524 robertosii.com

EDGEWATER

SEAK 725 River Rd., #30 201.402.3400 seaknj.com

BAUMGART’S CAFÉ 59 The Promenade 201.313.3889 baumgartscafe.com

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ELMWOOD PARK TAVERNA MYKONOS 238 Broadway 201.703.9200 tavernamykonos.com ROYAL WARSAW 871 River Dr. 201.794.9277 royalwarsaw.com

EMERSON PIMAAN THAI 79 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.967.0440 pimaanthai.com

ENGLEWOOD AKAI LOUNGE 11 N. Dean St. 201.541.0086 akailounge.com BAUMGART’S CAFÉ 45 E. Palisade Ave. 201.569.6267 baumgartscafe.com BENNIE’S 54 E. Palisade Ave. 201.894.5700 benniesofenglewood.com BLUE MOON CAFÉ 23 E. Palisade Ave. 201.541.0600 bluemoonmexican café.com CASSIE’S 18 S. Dean St. 201.541.6760 cassiespizzeria.com CHAT KAEW THAI CUISINE 4 E. Palisade Ave. 201.894.0343 HUMMUS ELITE 39 E. Palisade Ave. 201.569.5600 hummuselite.com LA FONDA PAISA 95 W. Palisade Ave. 201.871.3544 lafondapaisausa.com

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LA’MEZZA 63 Nathaniel Pl. 201.569.2662 lamezzarestaurant.com LAS MARAVILLAS DE TULCINGO 84 W. Palisade Ave. 201.568.1980

ROSE’S OF ENGLEWOOD 126 Engle St. 201.541.0020 rosesplacenj.com

SAGE RESTAURANT 17-15 Broadway 201.797.0500 sagefairlawn.com

VENTANA’S 200 Park Ave. 201.583.4777 ventanasatthemodern.com

SOFIA 36 Engle St. 201.541.8530 sofiaenglewood.com

FAIRVIEW

FRANKLIN LAKES

NOCHES DE COLOMBIA 172 Broad Ave. 201.840.8428 nochesdecolombia.com

THE CHEF’S TABLE 754 Franklin Ave. 201.891.6644 tctnj.com

PATSY’S 344 Old Bergen Blvd. 201.943.0627 patsysbistro.com

SUSHI COCORO 856 Franklin Ave. 201.560.1333 sushicocoro.com

FORT LEE

GARFIELD

AQUARIUS 230-234 Main St. 201.592.8338 aquariusrestaurant nj.com

THE FIREHOUSE 42 Plauderville Ave. 973.478.2226 firehouse-restaurant.com

TANI SUSHI & ASIAN GRILL 44 E. Palisade Ave. 201.567.7888 taniofenglewood.com

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS BROWNSTONE PANCAKE FACTORY 717 E. Palisade Ave. 201.945.4800 brownstonepancake factory.com CAFÉ ITALIANO 14 Sylvan Ave. 201.461.5041 cafeitaliano.net CLIFFS STEAKHOUSE 18 Sylvan Ave. 201.944.0233 cliffssteakhouse.com LEFKES ESTIATORIO 495 Sylvan Ave. 201.408.4444 lefkesnj.com GRISSINI 484 Sylvan Ave. 201.568.3535 grissinirestaurant.com

FAIR LAWN ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA 2101 Promenade Blvd. 201.796.2625 acfp.com EMPRESS DINER 13-48 River Rd. 201.791.2895 empressdinernj.com KIMCHI MAMA 7-09 Fair Lawn Ave. 201.703.2905 kimchimamafairlawn.com OCEANOS OYSTER BAR & SEA GRILL 2-27 Saddle River Rd. 201.796.0546 oceanosrestaurant.com

NOCHES DE COLOMBIA 90 W. Palisade Ave. 201.567.4950 nochesdecolombia.com

RIVER PALM TERRACE 41-11 Rte. 4 W. 201.703.3500 riverpalm.com

PINTXO Y TAPAS 47 N. Dean St. 201.569.9999 englewoodtapas.com

ROSE’S PLACE 32-01 Broadway 201.475.8800 rosesplacenj.com

BAGGIOS 212 Main St. 201.585.7979 baggiospizzarestaurant. com BIG RED TOMATO 1205 Anderson Ave. 201.224.6500 brtnj.com CAP’T LOUI 210 Main St. 201.461.7080 captloui.com

LA CAMBUSA 517 River Dr. 973.272.8739 cambusanj.com LA FORTALEZA 361 Midland Ave. 973.928.4470 lafortalezamexrestaurant .com

GLEN ROCK

CHILLERS GRILL 2191 Fletcher Ave. 201.461.0075 chillersgrill.com

GLEN ROCK INN 222 Rock Rd. 201.445.2362 glenrockinn.com

IN NAPOLI 116 Main St. 201.947.2500 inapoli.com

TANI SUSHI & ASIAN GRILL 206 Rock Rd. 201.612.1188 taniofglenrock.com

KUBA RESTAURANT 2139 Hudson Ter. 201.585.1601 kubarestaurant.com PHOBU 1645 Lemoine Ave. 201.363.8900 phobu.com PHO TODAY 2151 Lemoine Ave. 201.585.8818 POMODORO 795 Abbott Blvd. 201.224.0800 pomodoro1.com PRIME & BEYOND 501 Main St. 201.461.0033 primeandbeyond.com

HACKENSACK CASUAL HABANA CAFÉ 125 Main St. 201.880.9844 casualhabanacafe.com CHEERS BAR & RESTAURANT 774 Main St. 201.487.0660 cheersnewjersey.com THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY 390 Hackensack Ave. 201.488.0330 thecheesecakefactory.com THE CROW’S NEST 309 Vincent Ave. 201.342.5445 crowsnest.com

PUNTA CANA 2151 Lemoine Ave. 201.849.5556 puntacanarestaurante .com BERGENMAG.COM

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GOODFELLAS 661 Midland Ave. 973.478.4000 goodfellasristorante.com

La Cambusa in Garfield

HOT FISH 450 Hackensack Ave. 201.881.0180 hotfishhackensack.com HOUSTON’S 1 Riverside Sq. 201.488.5667 houstons.com MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY 70 Riverside Sq. 201.221.2030 maggianos.com MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE 1 Riverside Sq. 201.487.1303 mortons.com THE OCEANAIRE 175 Riverside Sq. 201.343.8862 theoceanaire.com P.F. CHANG’S 390 Hackensack Ave. 201.646.1565 pfchangs.com THE PICCO TAVERN 160 Prospect Ave. 201.880.8750 piccotavern.com ROSA MEXICANO 60 Riverside Sq. 201.489.9100 rosamexicano.com STONY HILL INN 231 Polifly Rd. 201.342.4085 stonyhillinn.com

HARRINGTON PARK DONATELLA RISTORANTE 12 Tappan Rd. 201.767.4245

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS BENSI 459 Rte. 17 S. 201.727.9525 bensihh.com IVY INN 268 Terrace Ave. 201.393.7699 ivyinn.com SOFIA’S 220 Boulevard 201.462.0123 sofiasmediterranean grill.com TOM YUM KOONG 305 Boulevard 201.288.3840 tomyumkoong.net

HAWORTH ALESSANDRO’S 157 Terrace St. 201.385.8544 alessandrosnj.com ANDIAMO 23 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.384.1551 andiamorestaurant.net TERRACE STREET CAFÉ 149 Terrace St. 201.338.4720 terracestreetcafe.com

HILLSDALE THE CORNERSTONE 84 Broadway 201.666.8688 thecornerstonenj.com DELLA CUCINA 100 Park Ave. 201.722.8880 dellacucinanj.com DOMANI 387 Washington Ave. 201.722.8881 domanirestaurants.com

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HEARTH & TAP CO. 125 N. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.307.6300 hearthandtap.com YUKI 2 S. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.391.9877 yukimontvale.com

MOONACHIE BAZZARELLI 117 Moonachie Rd. 201.641.4010 bazzarellirestaurant.com

Maywood Pancake House in Maywood

MATSU SUSHI & GRILL 140 Broadway 201.722.9388 OSSO BUCO 343 Broadway 201.664.1600 ossobucogrill.com

HO-HO-KUS ALT EATS 622 N. Maple Ave. 201.444.1300 alteatscafe.com CATCHY CAFÉ 614 N. Maple Ave. 201.445.6400 thecatchycaterer.com HO-HO-KUS INN 1 E. Franklin Tpke. 201.445.4115 hohokusinn.com HO-HO-KUS SUSHI CAFÉ 29 Sheridan Ave. 201.670.7677 hohokussushicafe.com ST. EVE’S 611 N. Maple Ave. 201.857.4717 stevesnj.com

LEONIA CAFÉ MIGNON 332 Broad Ave. 201.292.1992 DANTE’S PLACE 373 Broad Ave. 201.592.9071 dantesplace.com FONTANA TRITONE 248 Fort Lee Rd. 201.242.9040

BISTRO 107 107 Moonachie Rd. 201.440.3339 bistro107nj.com

LITTLE FERRY THE CAKE LOUNGE 389 Liberty St. 201.336.9819 thecakelounge.com SEGOVIA STEAKHOUSE 217 Main St. 201.814.1100 segoviasteakhouse.com

LODI KAYA 334 N. Main St. 973.779.1128 kayalodi.com REBAR & KITCHEN 132 Essex St. 201.368.8181 rebarkitchen.com SERGIO’S MISSIONE 2 Mercer St. 973.778.4545 sergiosmissione.com

LYNDHURST ANGELO’S 263 Ridge Rd. 201.939.1922

MAHWAH BAR & GRILL 2 Island Rd. 201.529.8056 allendalebarandgrill.com

THE SEAFOOD GOURMET 103 W. Pleasant Ave. 201.843.8558 seafood-gourmet.com

NAGOYA 1007 MacArthur Blvd. 201.818.9933 nagoyacuisine.com

MIDLAND PARK ARTURO’S 41 Central Ave. 201.444.2466 arturos.co

NONNA’S 11 Franklin Tpke. 201.529.1151 nonnasmahwah.com

FIONA’S RISTORANTE 118 Godwin Ave. 201.857.5800 fionasristorante.com

ROXANNE’S 150 Franklin Tpke. 201.529.0007 roxannes restaurant.com

ROSARIO’S TRATTORIA 29 Central Ave. 201.445.3335 rosariostrattoriamenu.com

SANGRIA 1033 MacArthur Blvd. 201.962.3310 sangriamahwah.com

MONTVALE DELPINO RESTAURANT 108 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.391.6866 delpinorestaurant.com

FOSCHINI’S BRICK OVEN PIZZA 298 Ridge Rd. 201.460.7600 foschinis.com

STATE LINE DINER 375 Rte. 17 N. 201.529.3353 statelinediner.com

MICHAEL’S RIVERSIDE 528 Riverside Ave. 201.939.6333 michaelsriverside.com

ANGELO’S GREEK TAVERNA 245 Maywood Ave. 201.845.4278 angelosgreektavernanj.com

MAHWAH BON APPETIT 180 Franklin Tpke. 201.512.1144 bonappetitmahwah.com

MAYWOOD

BELLISSIMO 12 S. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.6669 bellissimonj.com FIRE & OAK 100 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.307.1100 fireandoak.com

MAYWOOD INN’S TWIN DOOR TAVERN 122 W. Pleasant Ave. 201.843.8022 twindoortavern.com BERGENMAG.COM

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MAYWOOD PANCAKE HOUSE 92 W. Pleasant Ave. 201.880.7842 maywoodpancake house.com

JUN LUNG 180 Franklin Tpke. 201.529.9898 junlungnj.com

SEGOVIA 150 Moonachie Rd. 201.641.4266 segoviarestaurant.com

NEW MILFORD CASUAL HABANA CAFÉ 200 Main St. 201.576.0400 casualhabanacafe.com SANZARI’S NEW BRIDGE INN 105 Old New Bridge Rd. 201.692.7700 sanzaris.com TOROS 690 River Rd. 201.265.0004 torosrestaurant.com

NORTHVALE BIDDY O’MALLEY’S 191 Paris Ave. 201.564.7893 biddyomalleys.com THE GREEK VILLAGE 254 Livingston St. 201.750.8570 greekvillagenj.com MADELEINE’S PETIT PARIS 416 Tappan Rd. 201.767.0063 madeleinespetit paris.com TASTE OF SPAIN 493 Tappan Rd. 201.767.8904 tasteofspainrestaurant.com

NORWOOD RAGAZZI 530 Livingston St. 201.660.7950 ragazzirestaurantlounge.com

OAKLAND CENZINO 589 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.337.6693 cenzinos.com TROVATO’S DUE 4 Barbara Ln. 201.337.0813 trovatosduenj.com YUKI 350 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.337.8889 yuki-oakland.com

OLD TAPPAN PATRIZIA’S 183 Old Tappan Rd. 201.515.2900 patrizias.com VICOLO RISTORANTE 216 Old Tappan Rd. 201.497.8777 vicoloristorante.com

PALISADES PARK SO MOON NAN JIP 238 Broad Ave. 201.944.3998 so-moon-nan-jip.com

PARAMUS BIAGIO’S RISTORANTE 299 Paramus Rd. 201.652.0201 biagios.com THE CAPITAL GRILLE 1 Garden State Plz. 201.845.7040 thecapitalgrille.com GRAND LUX CAFE 1 Garden State Plz. 201.909.0399 grandluxcafe.com KIKU 365 Rte. 17 S. 201.265.7200 MANTRA 275 Rte. 4 W. 201.342.8868 mantranj.com SUBURBAN DINER 172 Rte. 17 N. 201.261.2605 suburbandiner17.com

PARK RIDGE 103 PRIME AT VALENTINO’S 103 Spring Valley Rd. 201.391.2220 103prime.com ESTY STREET 86 Spring Valley Rd. 201.307.1515 estystreet.com

Photos courtesy of Maywood Pancake House, Axia Taverna

GEN SUSHI & HIBACHI 14B Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.930.9188 gensushimontvale.com

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{ ON THE TOWN } THE PARK STEAKHOUSE 151 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.930.1300 theparksteakhouse.com

VARKA ESTIATORIO 30 N. Spruce St. 201.995.9333 varkarestaurant.com

FINCA 20 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.1199 fincanj.com

PEPPERCORNS 176 Colony Ave. 201.391.2818 peppercorns176.com

RIDGEFIELD

GREEN FUSION 22 Oak St. 201.670.7502 greenfusionnj.com

RIDGE DINER 125 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.391.4242 ridgediner.com

RAMSEY ANTHONY FRANCO’S 128 E. Main St. 201.236.8000 afpizza.com BRADY’S AT THE STATION 5-7 W. Main St. 201.327.9748 bradysatthestation.net CAFÉ PANACHE 130 E. Main St. 201.934.0030 cafepanachenj.com KINCHLEY’S TAVERN 586 N. Franklin Tpke. 201.934.7777 kinchleyspizza.com THE SHANNON ROSE 1200 Rte. 17 201.962.7602 theshannonrose.com SMYRNA 21 E. Main St. Ramsey 201.934.7990 TAWARA 53 W. Main St. 201.825.8712

CAFÉ TIVOLI 533 Shaler Blvd. 201.941.5561 cafetivoli.com 88 RICE SHOP 88 Rte. 46 W. 201.840.8688 88riceshop.com

RIDGEFIELD PARK MK VALENCIA 228 Main St. 201.373.0228 mkvalenciarestaurant.com THAI PALACE 218 E. Main St. 201.441.9119 thaipalacenj.com

RIDGEWOOD CAFE 37 37 S. Broad Ave. 201.857.0437 cafe-37.com COUNTRY PANCAKE HOUSE 140 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.8395 countrypancakehouse.net CRAVINGS TAPAS BISTRO 8 Wilsey Sq. 201.857.8533 cravingstapas.com DELHI ACCENT 37 Chestnut St. 201.444.4910 delhiaccentnj.com FELINA 54 E. Ridgewood Ave. 551.276.5454 felinarestaurant.com

IT’S GREEK TO ME 21 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.612.2600 itsgreektome.com LA LANTERNA 29 W. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.5520 lalanternaof ridgewood.com

Photos courtesy of Maywood Pancake House, Axia Taverna

SANDUCCI’S 620 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.599.0600 sanduccis.com

AMARONE 63 Cedar Ln. 201.833.1897 amaroneristorante.net

BACARI GRILL 800 Ridgewood Rd. 201.358.6330 bacarigrill.com

RIVER VALE

B V TUSCANY 368 Cedar Ln. 201.287.0404 bvtuscany.com

WESTWOOD

LET’S MEAT STEAKHOUSE 625 Rivervale Rd. 201.660.7960 letsmeatsteakhouse.com

LISA’S MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE 28 Oak St. 201.251.8686 lisasmediterranean cuisine.net

ROCHELLE PARK NANNI 53 W. Passaic St. 201.843.1250 nanni.com

MEDITERRANEO 23 N. Broad St. 201.447.0022 mediterraneo ridgewood.com

RUTHERFORD CAFÉ MATISSE 167 Park Ave. 201.935.2995 cafematisse.com

PARK WEST TAVERN 30 Oak St. 201.445.5400 parkwesttavern.com

FINCH’S 801 Rutherford Ave. 201.231.3141 finchsdining.com

PEARL 17 S. Broad St. 201.857.5100 pearlridgewood.com

PAISANO’S 132 Park Ave. 201.935.5755 paisanos.com

RAYMOND’S 101 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.445.5125 raymondsnj.com

THE RISOTTO HOUSE 88 Park Ave. 201.438.5344 therisottohouse.com VOLARE’S 7 Station Sq. 201.935.6606 volaresrestaurant.com

S. EGIDIO 17 N. Broad St. 201.389.3525 segidiopizza.com

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THE SADDLE RIVER INN 2 Barnstable Ct. 201.825.4016 saddleriverinn.com

ARMANDO’S GRILL 688 Westwood Ave. 201.722.5820 armandostuscan grill.com

LATOUR 6 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.445.5056 latourridgewood.com

SADDLE BROOK MIDLAND BREW HOUSE 374 N. Midland Ave. 201.797.0070 midlandbrewhouse.com

VILLAGE GREEN 36 Prospect St. 201.445.2914 villagegreenrestaurant.com

QUE PASTA 326 Market St. 201.712.1900 qpitalian.com

WHITE MAPLE CAFÉ 47 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.447.1953 whitemaplecafe.com

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SADDLE RIVER

MADO RESTAURANT 570 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.265.3629 madorestaurant.business .site

AMMATA THAI KITCHEN 184 Rivervale Rd. 201.664.2299 ammata.com

ROOTS 17 Chestnut St. 201.444.1922 rootssteakhouse.com

Axia Taverna in Tenafly

RIVER EDGE

TEANECK

ETC. STEAKHOUSE 1409 Palisade Ave. 201.357.5677 etcsteakhouse.com NOAH’S ARK 493 Cedar Ln. 201.692.1200 noahsark.net NOBO WINE & GRILL 1400 Palisade Ave. 201.837.1000 nobowineandgrill.com

LIMONCELLO 32 Franklin Tpke. 201.652.5577 limoncellonj.com

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP

BIBI’Z 284 Center Ave. 201.722.8600 bibizlounge.com CAFFÉ ANELLO 11 Madison Ave. 201.786.8137 caffeanello.com DOWNTOWN DHABA 266 Center Ave. 201.664.0123 dhabadowntown.com THE IRON HORSE 20 Washington Ave. 201.666.9682 theironhorse.com

REGINA’S 827 Teaneck Rd. 201.862.1996 reginassteakhouse andgrill.com

THAI WEST 22 Jefferson Ave. 201.497.6981 thaiwestrestaurant.com

TENAFLY

WOODCLIFF LAKE

AXIA TAVERNA 18 Piermont Rd. 201.569.5999 axiataverna.com BRASSERIE 4 Washington St. 201.266.6400 tenaflybrasserie.com PALMER’S CROSSING 145 Dean Dr. 201.567.4800 palmerscrossing restaurant.com SAYOLA 50 Prospect Ter. 201.871.2182 sayolarestaurantnj.com TPR RESTAURANT 38 W. Railroad Ave. 201.871.0444 tprrest.com

WALDWICK ANDREA’S RISTORANTE 20 E. Prospect St. 201.670.0275 andreasrestaurant nj.com

SOL 42 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.9363 solrestaurantnj.com

WOOD-RIDGE MARTINI GRILL 187 Hackensack St. 201.939.2000 martini–grill.com

WYCKOFF ALDO’S 640 Wyckoff Ave. 201.891.2618 aldosofwyckoff.com BENARES 327 Franklin Ave. 201.904.2222 benaresnj.com BLUE MOON CAFÉ 327 Franklin Ave. 201.891.1331 bluemoonmexicancafé.com TS MA CHINESE CUISINE 637 Wyckoff Ave. 201.891.8878 tsmachinesecuisine.com

CIRCOLO 53 Franklin Tpke. 201.882.1818 circolo.info

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EMERSON

FRANKLIN LAKES

ENGLEWOOD

GARFIELD

BLUE MOON MEXICAN CAFÉ 23 E. Palisade Ave. 201.541.0600 bluemoonmexicancafé.com

GLEN ROCK

PLAYA BOWLS 38 E. Palisade Ave 201.928.7788

STONE & RAIL 175 Rock Rd. 201.345.0709 stoneandrail.com

BIDDY O’MALLEY’S 36 N. Van Brunt St. 201.608.5545 biddyomalleys.com

SOFIA 36 Engle St. 201.541.8530 sofiaenglewood.com

A TABLE ALFRESCO ALLENDALE

Baggios in Fort Lee

354 STEAKHOUSE 354 Lawton Ave. 201.941.0499 354steakhouse.com

CLOSTER

ALLENDALE BAR & GRILL 67 W. Allendale Ave. 201.327.3197 allendalebarandgrill.com

BRASSERIE MEMERE 107 Vervalen St. 201.660.8822 brasserie-memere.com

FINO 114 W. Allendale Ave. 201.995.1100 finoristorantenj.com

THE HILL 252 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.899.4700 thehillcloster.com

SAVINI RESTAURANT 168 W. Crescent Ave. 201.760.3700 savinirestaurant.com

STERN & BOW 171 Schraalenburgh Rd. 201.750.3350 sternandbowrestaurant.com

BERGENFIELD

LOCALE RESTAURANT & BAR 208 Piermont Rd. 201.750.3233 locale208closter.com

TOMMY FOX’S PUBLIC HOUSE 32 W. Washington Ave. 201.384.0900 tommyfoxs.com

CARLSTADT

SEGOVIA MESON 645 Washington Ave. 201.896.3260 segoviameson.com BIGGIE’S 430 Rte. 17 201.933.4000 biggies.com

CLIFFSIDE PARK VILLA AMALFI 793 Palisades Ave. 201.886.8626 villaamalfinj.com

SEAR HOUSE 411 Piermont Rd. 201.292.4612 searhouse.com

CRESSKILL

JACK’S LOBSTER SHACK 38 Union Ave. 201.266.6575 jackslobstershack.com THE PEDDLER 44 E. Madison Ave 201.894.0718 thepeddler.com

DEMAREST

YASOU MYKONOS 134 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.768.8500 yasoumykonos.com

DUMONT

IL MULINO 132 Veterans Plz. 201.384.7767 ilmulinodumont.com

EAST RUTHERFORD CANDLEWYCK DINER 179 Paterson Ave. 201.933.4446 candlewyckdiner.com

ELIA MEDITERRANEAN 240 Hackensack St. 201.939.9292 elianj.com VESTA WOOD FIRED 64 Hoboken Rd. 201.939.6012 vestawoodfired.com

EDGEWATER

BAUMGART’S CAFÉ 59 The Promenade 201.313.3889 baumgartsedgewater.com JACK’S LOBSTER SHACK 1040 River Rd. 201.233.2808 jackslobstershack.com FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE 90 The Promenade 201.313.9463 flemingssteakhouse.com

DE NOVO EUROPEAN PUB 1257 River Rd. 201.496.6161 denovoeuropeanpub.com GREEK TAVERNA 55 The Promenade 201.945.8998 greektavernausa.com HAVEN RIVERFRONT RESTAURANT & BAR 45 River Rd. 201.943.1900 havenedgewater.com PIER 115 BAR & GRILL 115 River Rd. 201.313.2155 pier115barandgrill.com REBECCA’S 236 Old River Rd. 201.943.8808 new.rebeccasedgewater. com RIVER PALM TERRACE 1416 River Rd. 201.224.2013 riverpalm.com SEAK 725 River Rd., #30 201.402.3400 seaknj.com ELMWOOD PARK Blue 42 Restaurant & Bar 158 Market St. 201.773.0970 blue42bar.com

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ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS

CAFÉ ITALIANO 14 Sylvan Ave. 201.461.5041 cafeitaliano.net

FAIR LAWN

ADA MEDITERRANEAN BRASSERIE 14-25 Plaza Rd. 201.791.2222 adamedigrill.com DUTCH HOUSE TAVERN 24-07 Fair Lawn Ave. 201.796.5342 dutchousetavern.com JUANY’S CAFE & GRILL 12-56 River Rd. 551.224.8030 orderjuanys.com OCEANOS OYSTER BAR & SEA GRILL 2-27 Saddle River Rd. 201.796.0546 oceanosrestaurant.com THE RAILYARD TAVERN 14-26 Plaza Rd. 201.773.3372 therailyardtavern.com

FORT LEE BAGGIOS 212 Main St. 201.585.7979

CHILLERS GRILL 2191 Fletcher Ave. 201.461.0075 chillersgrill.com VENTANAS AT THE MODERN 200 Park Ave. 201.583.4777 ventanasatthemodern.com

PAZZA 794 Franklin Ave. 201.848.5050 pazzanj.com

THE HEARTH TAVERN 791 Midland Ave. 201.402.0155 thehearthtavern.com THE GLEN ROCK INN 222 Rock Rd. 201.445.2362 glenrockinn.com

HACKENSACK

ALEMENTARY BREWING 58 Voorhis Ln. 201.968.1290 alementary.com CASUAL HABANA CAFÉ 125 Main St. 201.880.9844 casualhabanacafe.com LT BAR & GRILL 390 Hackensack Ave. 551.287.6333 ltbarandgrill.com THE PICCO TAVERN 160 Prospect Ave. 201.880.8750 piccotavern.com TRUE FOOD KITCHEN 390 Hackensack Ave. 201.489.2212 truefoodkitchen.com

HARRINGTON PARK

CORK & CRUST 90 La Roche Ave. 201.367.1550 corkandcrustrestaurant.com

HASBROUCK HEIGHTS IVY INN 268 Terrace Ave. 201.393.7699 ivyinn.com

THE HEIGHTS BAR & GRILL 163 Blvd. 201.288.9338 heightsbarandgrill.com

HAWORTH

ANDIAMO 23 Hardenburgh Ave. 201.384.1551 andiamorestaurant.net

HILLSDALE

THE CORNERSTONE 84 Broadway 201.666.8688 thecornerstonenj.com

Photos courtesy of Baggios, Sanducci’s

EMERSON HOTEL 31 Emerson Plaza E. 201.262.7557 emersonhotelrestaurant.com

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{ ON THE TOWN } HO-HO-KUS

ALBERT’S CAFE AMICI 4 Sycamore Ave. 201.389.6377 albertscafeamici.com

BELLISSIMO 12 S. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.6669 bellissimonj.com

THE PARK STEAKHOUSE 151 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.930.1300 theparksteakhouse.com

PARK WEST TAVERN 30 Oak St. 201.445.5400 parkwesttavern.com

PARAMUS

PEARL 17 S. Broad St. 201.857.5100 pearlridgewood.com

ALT EATS CAFÉ 622 N. Maple Ave. 201.444.1300 alteatscafe.com

HEARTH & TAP CO. 125 N. Kinderkamack Rd. 201.307.6300 hearthandtap.com

BIAGIO’S 299 Paramus Rd. 201.652.0201 biagios.com

HO-HO-KUS INN & TAVERN 1 E. Franklin Tpk. 201.445.4115 hohokusinn.com

MOONACHIE

MILLER’S ALE HOSE 270 Rte. 4 201.342.4800 millersalehouse.com

ST. EVE’S 611 N. Maple Ave. 201.857.4717 stevesnj.com

NEW MILFORD

THE SICILIAN SUN 604 N. Maple Ave. 201.444.3494 siciliansun.com

LEONIA

BAZZARELLI 117 Moonachie Rd. 201.641.4010 bazarellirestaurant.com BARREL & BREW 872 River Rd. 201.483.3329 barrelandbrews.com PANCHO’S BURRITOS 214 Main Street 201.225.2554 panchosburritostogo.com

DANTE’S PLACE 373 Broad Ave. 201.592.9071 dantesplace.com

SANZARI’S NEW BRIDGE INN 105 Old New Bridge Rd. 201.692.7700 sanzaris.com

LITTLE FERRY

NORTHVALE

SEGOVIA STEAKHOUSE 217 Main St. 201.814.1100 segoviasteakhouse.com

LODI

BIDDY O’MALLEY’S 191 Paris Ave. 201.564.7893 biddyomalleys.com

REBAR AND KITCHEN 132 Essex St. 201.368.8181 rebarkitchen.com

MADELEINE’S PETITE PARIS 416 Tappan Rd. 201.767.0063 madeleinespetitparis.com

LYNDHURST

OAKLAND

MICHAEL’S RIVERSIDE 201.939.6333 michaelsriverside.com

MAHWAH

PORTOBELLO’S 175 Ramapo Valley Rd. 201.337.8990, ext. 1 portobellonj.com

ROXANNE’S RESTAURANT 150 Franklin Tpke. 201.529.0007 roxannesrestaurant.com

SEGOVIA TAVERN 110 W. Oakland Ave. 201.644.0003 segoviatavern.com

SANGRIA 1033 MacArthur Blvd. 201.962.3310 sangriamahwah.com

ORADELL

MAYWOOD

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MONTVALE

ANGELO’S GREEK TAVERNA 245 Maywood Ave. 201.845.4278 angelosgreektaverna.com TWIN DOOR TAVERN 122 W. Pleasant Ave. 201.843.8022 twindoortavern.com

MIDLAND PARK

FIONA’S RISTORANTE 118 Godwin Ave. 201.857.5800 fionasristorante.com

CALABRIA PIZZA 239 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.523.9228 calabriapizzaoradell.com

PARK RIDGE 103 PRIME AT VALENTINO’S 103 Spring Valley Rd. 201.391.2220 103prime.com ESTY STREET 86 Spring Valley Rd. 201.307.1515 estystreet.com PEPPERCORNS 176 Colony Ave. 201.391.2818 peppercornsparkridge.com

THE ORANGE LANTERN 15 E. Firehouse Ln. 201.652.4443 orangelantern.com

RAMSEY

BICI 61 E. Main St. 201.962.9015 biciramsey.com BRADY’S AT THE STATION 5-7 W. Main St. 201.327.9748 bradysatthestation.net CAFÉ PANACHE 130 E. Main St. 201.934.0030 cafepanachenj.com LAKESIDE GRILLE & BAR 105 Lakeside Dr. 201.327.0009 ramseycountryclub.com THE SHANNON ROSE IRISH PUB 1200 Rte. 17 N. 201.962.7602 theshannonrose.com VARKA ESTIATORIO 30 N. Spruce St. 201.995.9333 varkarestaurant.com

RIDGEWOOD

BAREBURGER 15 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.345.4207 bareburger.com CRAVINGS TAPAS 8 Wilsey Sq. 201.857.8533 cravingstapas.com IT’S GREEK TO ME 21 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.612.2600 itsgreektome.com FELINA 54 E. Ridgewood Ave. 551.276.5454 felinarestaurant.com LA LANTERNA CAFE & GRILL 29 W. Ridgewood Ave. 201.444.5520 lalanternaofridgewood.com BERGENMAG.COM

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STEEL WHEEL TAVERN 51 N. Broad St 201.882.1800 steelwheeltavern.com

HANAMI RESTAURANT 301 Center Ave. 201.666.8508 hanamirestaurant.com

LA CUCINA DI NAVA 192A W. Englewood Ave. 201.326.8102 SENDER’S SMOKE JOINT 190 W. Englewood Ave. 201.357.2255 sendersusa.com

TENAFLY

OSTERIA CRESCENDO 36 Jefferson Ave. 201.722.1900 osteriacrescendo.com

AXIA TAVERNA 18 Piermont Rd. 201.569.5999 axiataverna.com

KIMCHI SMOKE 301 Center Ave. 201.497.6333 kimchismoke.com

TITO’S BURRITOS AND WINGS 166 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.857.4619 titosburritos.com

SAYOLA RESTAURANT 50 Prospect Ter. 201.871.2182 sayolarestaurant.com

THE IRON HOUSE 20 Washington Ave. 201.666.9682 theironhorse.com

WHITE MAPLE CAFÉ 47 E. Ridgewood Ave. 201.447.1953 whitemaplecafe.com

WALDWICK

CIRCOLO 53 Franklin Tpke. 201.882.1818 circolo.info

FARMHOUSE CAFE 301 Center Ave. 201.664.8424 farmhousecafenj.com

RIVER EDGE

SANDUCCI’S TRATTORIA 620 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.599.0600 sanduccis.com

RIVER VALE

CHERRY BROOK RESTAURANT & BAR 660 Rivervale Rd. 201.391.2300 rivervalecc.com CRECCO’S CAFÉ 649 Westwood Ave. 201.664.7200 creccoscafe.com LET’S MEAT STEAKHOUSE 625 Rivervale Rd. 201.660.7960 letsmeatsteakhouse.com

RUTHERFORD CAFÉ MATISSE 167 Park Ave. 201.935.2995 cafematisse.com

MAMBO EMPANADAS 313 Union Ave. 201.933.3888 mamboempanadas.com

THE VILLAGE GRILLE 71 Crescent Ave. 201.670.8200 villagegrillewaldwick.com

WESTWOOD PRIME MEATS 190 Westwood Ave. 201.664.0069 westwoodprimemeats.com

WALLINGTON

WOODCLIFF LAKE

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP

SOL RESTAURANT 42 Kinderkamack Rd. 201.746.9363 solrestaurantnj.com

AGAVE COCINA MEXICANA 32 Locust Ave. 973.246.8531 agavecocina.com

DOG HOUSE SALOON & GRILL 270 Pascack Rd. 201.722.1820 thedoghouse saloonandgrill.com

WESTWOOD

BAREBURGER 455 Chestnut Ridge Rd. 201.746.9275 bareburger.com

WYCKOFF

THE BARN ORIGINAL 359 Sicomac Ave. 201.848.0108 thebarnoriginal.com

BIBI’Z 284 Center Ave. 201.722.8600 bibizlounge.com

CAFÉ AMICI 315 Franklin Ave. 201.848.0198 cafeamiciwyckoff.com

CAFFE ANELLO 11 Madison Ave. 201.786.8137 caffeanello.com

WILLOW & WHISK 319 Franklin Ave. 201.425.9931 willowandwhisk.com

SADDLE BROOK THE PLANK PIZZA PARLOR 383 Market St. 201.843.2426 ppcbp.com MIDLAND BREW HOUSE 374 N. Midland Ave. 201.767.0070 midlandbrewhouse.com

TEANECK

AMARONE 63 Cedar Ln. 201.833.1897 amaroneristorante.net Sanducci’s in River Edge

AUGUST 2021

7/19/21 9:21 AM

{ ON THE TOWN }

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

BERGEN COUNTY CHARITY CLASSIC The NJ Renegades youth baseball team participated in the Bergen County Charity Classic earlier this summer. The tournament raised funds for charities that provide services for local families and children in need. 4 The Renegades 9U team poses behind its champion banner. 5 Renegades team members proudly show off their championship rings.

During its Little Black Dress/ Leggings Initiative, the Junior League of Bergen County (JLBC) collected the following donations: 46 pairs of leggings, 42 pairs of pajamas, 101 T-shirts, 342 feminine hygiene products and 1,464 packages of disposable underwear. The items were then donated to clients at the Center for Hope and Safety in Rochelle Park. 6 Members of the JLBC pose in front of donated items.

TABLE TO TABLE Hasbrouck Heights-based Table to Table, a food rescue program that collects perishable and prepared food that would otherwise be wasted, recently distributed 1 in Englewood. Volunteers organized and packed food in boxes donated by meals Menasha Packing Company in Lyndhurst and distributed them to more than 1,200 people. 1 Table to Table volunteers prepare to hand out food donations.

BERGEN NEW BRIDGE MEDICAL CENTER

2 EAST RUTHERFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT

As part of the county’s Juneteenth celebration, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center provided COVID vaccinations at events throughout the area, including Overpeck Park in Leonia and 20th Century Field in Garfield. The mission of the program was to administer the COVID vaccine to as many individuals as possible. 2–3 Bergen County officials join staff from Bergen New Bridge Medical Center to greet residents seeking the COVID vaccine.

The East Rutherford Police Department took part in the Law Enforcement Torch Run, raising funds and awareness for the Special Olympics. The ERPD received the “Flame of Hope” from members of the Carlstadt Police Department and continued the run by handing off the torch to the Rutherford Police Department. 7 East Rutherford Police Department participants pose with vehicles and other officers. 8 East Rutherford Police Department participants pose before the torch run.

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AUGUST 2021

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Gatherings

A Yard for All Seasons

Tastes

The Fab Five

What High Schoolers Need to Know

Health Screenings You’ll Need

The World’s A Classroom

Jewelry Box

To Play Is To Win

Learning Curve

Bergen Buzz

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