Tenafly Mayor's Message January 26, 2024

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

This Saturday night, January 27th, the Elks are hosting a karaoke night from 7 pm to 11 pm. $10 donation includes food, games and fun. Everyone is welcome.

At the Nature Center this Sunday at 11:30 am and 1:00 pm all ages are welcome to come and learn how to identify a maple tree. Discover the history of syrup making, check the tapped tree and boil down sap to make fresh, warm maple syrup, a sweet treat to taste. Register at tenaflynaturecenter.org

Also this Sunday, the Knights of Columbus are hosting their annual basketball free throw contest for boys and girls ages 9-14 in the gym at Mt. Carmel. Awards will be presented to the highest scorers. Registration opens at 1:30 pm. Everyone is welcome. For details call Chris at 201-399-7364. Or, email madonnacouncil520@outlook.com.

News from Tenafly Public Schools: Winter concerts, Class of 2037, debate winners. Check out the latest district newsletter here: https://www.tenaflyschools.org/our-district/let-s-talk-tps-a-bi-weekly-communication/2024-01-24

The Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel will hold an Open House on Sunday, January 28th from 11:00 AM to 3 PM and on Wednesday, January 31st from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. Please call the school office at 201-567-6491 to set up your appointment.

Recreation invites you to join in on Friday, February 2nd for Adult Puzzle Palooza, with 1000 piece puzzles and 4 players per team. Register online now on Community Pass under Tenafly Recreation: http://www.tenaflynj.org/360/Registration

Bergen Community College is hosting a celebration of Black History Month - African Americans and the Arts on Tuesday, February 6 at 5:30 pm at the Moses Center - Parking Lot B, 400 Paramus Road, in Paramus. Join in to experience the impact African Americans have had on visual arts, music, and cultural movements is celebrated.

Stand Up for the Arts at the JCC on Saturday, February 10th at 7 pm. This fun evening of laughter isn’t just entertainment; it’s a healing force. For tickets visit: Event and Ticket Information (onecause.com)

Temple Sinai is hosting a special evening featuring Lizzy Savetsky, a popular digital influencer and passionate activist for Israel and the Jewish community. Lizzy will lead a discussion on Judaism, the current rise in antisemitism and how everyone can harness their passion to combat it. Thursday, February 29 at 8:15 pm. For details visit: https://www.templesinaibc.org/event/Lizzy

Please enjoy your weekend.

Mayor Mark Zinna