Tenafly Mayor's Message October 13, 2023

Hello. This is Mayor Mark Zinna with a Friday news update.

To our friends, community members of Tenafly, and our Israeli brothers and sisters, I stand with you today in pain and anger for the unconscionable attack on Israel by Hamas. Many members of our community are experiencing direct pain and loss. We pray for the safe return of all the hostages and those still missing.

We were scheduled to host our first Oktoberfest this Saturday. Given the circumstances, we have evolved the event into a community gathering, Tenafly Together.

This will be a time to provide a place of support during a family oriented day of community engagement. Please come out for food, family fun, children’s amusements, and local artisans and vendors. We will begin the day on Saturday at 11 am with a moment of silence and raising of the Israeli Flag in downtown Tenafly.

Project Graduation 2024 is hosting a Pre-Holiday Boutique fundraiser on Sunday, October 15th at the Middle School New Gym from 11 am to 4 pm. Clothing, beauty, jewelry, holiday gifts, and home products will be featured. Supply donations for Israel will also be collected. For details contact: claudiabeth@aol.com.

The JCC is hosting its Fall Family Festival on Sunday, October 15th. 100% of Festival proceeds will go directly to the JCC Israel Emergency Fund which was established to provide aid to Israel and the Israeli community both at home and abroad. Visit www.jccotp.org for details.

The Presbyterian Church will be hosting a Poet's Cafe Sunday, October 15th at 6pm led by local poet and Tenafly High School grad, Nora Grimm. The theme is Greek mythology - bring a favorite poem or an original to read at the open mic. All writers and mythology enthusiasts welcome. RSVP 201-567-0111.

At the Nature Center this Saturday families with children ages 3 to 7 will enjoy a nature story and a visit from an Animal Ambassador. On Sunday, join in for the last weekend of Apple Cider making.

Register now on Community Pass for the Teen Center’s Annual Halloween Party for grades 6th-10th. Visit tenaflynj.org under Parks & Recreation for more information.

There are only a few spots left for TNC's Haunted Forest on Sunday, October 29th. Sign up today and don't miss out on the fun. Register for this and more at TenaflyNC.org

Have a peaceful weekend everyone,

Mark Zinna
Mayor