The Teaneck American Legion collected toys for the Toys for Tots program. The program collects gifts for children in need.
A community party was held at the Golden Grill Dec. 19 to benefit the Teaneck Helping Hands Food Pantry. Residents brought food donations for the pantry and enjoyed free dinners from the Golden Grill.
Patch reader Barbara Jacoby captured these photos of a sunset over Teaneck on Friday.
Seeing football players all wearing shades of pink while on the field is definitely not what you'd expect, but at a "Powder puff Football" game, it makes perfect sense. The HEAL organization at Teaneck High School sponsored the 6th annual Powder Puff Football game where all the players are girls, and members of the football team help coach and cheer during the game. This year's charity is the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation, which works to eradicate breast cancer. HEAL stands for Helping Each other Achieve Longevity and is a female mentorship program for middle and high school aged …
The Teaneck Armory was overrun with superheroes and villains Sunday for one of two major comic book conventions in the area. The event featured the original "Batmobile" and actors dressed as classic comic book characters.
Teaneck Creek Conservancy held its EcoArt Day and Craft Fair over the weekend, featuring activities ranging from guided hikes to Native American storytellers. The event is designed to raise awareness of the park and often attracts hundreds of guests.
Bergen County Historian Kevin Wright shared the history surrounding the pumpkin, which European colonists called “pompion,” a word describing “a large ripe melon,” and English speakers later corrupted into “pumpkin.” Throughout the evening, visitors were able to partake in period refreshments at the Campbell-Christie House, a restored 18th century tavern. The Demarest House, beautifully restored by the Blauvelt-Demarest Foundation, will also be open, displaying Bergen Dutch furnishings. Non-perishable food items were collected during the evening by the BCHS and donated to the Center for Food …
Teaneck Creek Conservancy and Bergen County Audubon Society partnered to hold a series of Bird Walk and Talk field trips. The trips are free and open to the public. Have your own favorite photo from the walk? Add it to this gallery.
The American Legion held a blood drive with New Jersey Blood Services on Monday.
The Puffin Cultural Forum hosted Shakespeare in the Park(ing) Lot – Moliere’s Tartuffe this weekend.
Guests were able to dance the night away at the Calico Frolic, a traditional 18th Century social gathering, held at the Steuben House at New Bridge Landing and hosted by the Bergen County Historical Society. Music was performed by Ridley and Ann Enslow on fiddle and hammered dulcimer. Dance Mistress Denise Piccino was available to instruct eager beginners in basic dance steps. Some people wore period clothing although it was not required.
Mexicali Live hosted a benefit concert Tuesday for Ava Borntrager, who has acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Performers included OURS, Lukas Rossi, Rad Bromance, The Alternative Outfit, Waldwick School of Rock, Zoe Gnecco, Looney Tunes and Jenny Jump.
Students from Paterson's School 5 and employees at medical technology firm BD recently brought hand-decorated quilts and pillows to patients of Holy Name Medical Center's pediatric and mother/baby units, and the clinic, a release said. The effort was led by Soaringwords, a non-profit group that works to support chronically ill children and their families. Volunteers decorated the quilts with inspirational messages. “Our patients and families feel loved and supported to have received these beautiful quilts and pillows from school children and BD volunteers,” said Sheryl Syby, unit director of …
Members of Teaneck's American Legion Post 128 turned out July 4 to show their patriotism by marching in the town's parade.
Prior to the American Revolution, King George III was honored on his birthday with feasts, fireworks and music. On Saturday, the Bergen County Historical Society celebrated its Revolutionary War Loyalist heritage with the second annual celebration of the King’s Birthday at Historic New Bridge Landing. Check out the photos and a video from the event.
OLD BRIDGE -- Facing incredible 100-degree heat, the NJISAA held their 2011 Track and Field Meet of Champions Thursday in Old Bridge. Among the championship talent was members of the Teaneck Track and Field team notably Teaneck’s Senior Female Athlete of the Year Apresha Hampton who was a heavy favorite in the women’s Shot Put event. After a strong showing in the early rounds Hampton ranked first going into the finals with a 42 foot throw. However, in the finals the heat took a toll and Hampton's best throw of 43-feet was came in third. Another Highwaymen expected to make an impact was Sean …
Students at Teaneck High School held the annual pre-prom "show off" fashion show at Fairleigh Dickinson University Wednesday. Have prom pictures you want to share with Patch readers? Add your own photos to this gallery.
