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Parks & Recreation Department - Division of Recreation
General Information

Location: The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue
Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm Monday through Friday
Contact Information:Timothy J. Cronin, Director of Parks and Recreation
Nancy A. Bigos, Deputy Director
Jody Schleicher, Recreation Supervisor
Marge Anderson, Administrative Clerk

201-670-5560
recreation@ridgewoodnj.net

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DIRECTIONS TO THE STABLE

The mission statement of the Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation is to preserve open space and provide facilities and year round recreational activities that meet the needs of all residents.
Department News

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER CLASSES - FROM PRE-K TO ADULT
The Recreation Division constantly strives to bring innovative, enriching and fun classes to residents of all ages. You may click on any of the links below for program details and to print the registration form which can be submitted in person or by mail (cash or check only). At the end of the listing you will find a link to Community Pass which allows online registration for all offerings (Visa/Mastercard payments only). Don't hesitate to call the Recreation Office at 201-670-5560 with any questions or if special accomodations are needed.

Ages 20-42 months - "My First Art Class" (Mondays)

PreK "Mini Doodler" with Abrakadoodle (Mondays)

PreK "Introduction to Dance" (Monday afternoons)

PreK "Happy Piano" (Thursdays)

Grades K-2 "Nature in the Village" (Thursdays)

Grades K-3 "Explore Science- Crime Scene Investigation" (Mondays)

Grades K-3 "Photography" with Hobby Quest (Tuesdays)

Grades K-5 "Aviation Club with Hobby Quest" (Fridays)

Grades 1-4 "Sculpture Studio with Abrakadoodle" (Wednesdays)

Grades 2-5 Acrylics (Tuesdays) or Drawing (Wednesdays)

Grades 2-5 "Green Kids" Nature Club (3rd Thursday each month)

Grades 4 to 8, "Charcoal Drawing and Pastel Painting" (Mondays)

Grades 6 to 8, "Co-Ed Beach Volleyball" (Friday evenings)

Adult Acrylics (Tuesday afternoons or Thursday evenings)

Adult Watercolors (Wednesdays)

REGISTER ONLINE FOR ALL CLASSES BEGINNING AUGUST 20TH AT COMMUNITY PASS.
GREEN KIDS - A Nature and Gardening Club
The Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Department and Women Gardeners of Ridgewood are looking forward to a new and exciting year with young participants anxious to explore and discover nature, science, gardening, art, birding, weather, recycling, the environment and our senses.

Each month offers a new learning experience.

The club will meet on the third Thursday of each month, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. (class time extends for some projects) and welcomes students in grades 2 through 5. The cost is $60.00 for registration; all materials are provided.

Register early! Space is limited.

Register online at Community Pass or you may print and mail the registration form to The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.

Grades 2-5 "Green Kids" Nature Club (3rd Thursday)
WILD WILD WEST ART CAMP WITH ABRAKADOODLE
Grades K-3, Wednesday - Friday, November 3, 4 and 5, 9:00 am to 1 pm each day, at the Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue.

Join Ridgewood Parks and Recreation for a Rootin', Tootin', Doodlin' good time learning about Native American art, designing cowboy boots and outlaw posters, and so much more!

$155 fee includes all materials. Participants should bring a nut-free snack/lunch and beverage.

Register online at Community Pass or in person or by mail to The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.

Wild, Wild West Art Camp - Registration/Details
CHILDREN'S SHOW - THE BOSSY FROG BAND
Thursday, November 4th, 11 a.m., at the Community Center, 131 N. Maple Avenue.

Join Jeffrey and Bossy Frog from the Bossy Frog Band for an exciting fun-filled show with audience participation.

$5, ages 2 and up. Purchase tickets in advance at The Stable, 259 N. Maple Ave., weekdays, 8:30 to 4:30 p.m.
YOUTH/ADULT GOLF WITH TOTAL GOLF ADVENTURES
Total Golf Adventures of Bergen County's professional staff will teach all aspects of the game of golf, including swing fundamentals, rules/etiquette, course management, scoring and more.

Register online at Community Pass or in person or by mail to The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.

Fall Golf - Youth and Adult ~ Details and Registration
TENNIS - YOUTH, ADULTS, REDUCED SENIOR RATES
The professional staff of All Pro Tennis, under the supervision of world ranked tennis professional Barry Ruback, offers the following fall sessions:

Fall Tennis Details/Registration

Senior Tennis Instruction - Details/Registration
SPORT SQUIRTS FOR PRESCHOOLERS WITH US SPORTS INSTITUTE
Sport Squirts is for ages 3 through 5 and offers introduction to 5 different sports (soccer, t-ball, basketball, lacrosse and hockey). Four sessions are offered on Wednesdays at Veteran's Field North.

Appropriate sport clothing is necessary and participants are encouraged to bring plenty of water/fluids.

You may click on the following link to download, print and mail the registration form to The Stable, 259 N. Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.

Fall Sport Squirts - Registration/Details

To register online visit Community Pass
KIDSAFE SELF-DEFENSE KARATE AND SAFETY AWARENESS - REVISED
Registration for the Fall 2010 session will be held on Tuesday, September 28th, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at Hawes Elementary School, 531 Stevens Avenue.

This program is designed to enhance self-esteem, self-discipline and safety awareness! Students are placed into classes according to age and ability. This is an ongoing program.

Classes will be held at Hawes Elementary School on Tuesdays after school for a nine-week session; October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 9, 16, 30, December 7 and 14 (no class Nov 2 or Nov 23).
  • All New Students, 4:30 to 5:10 p.m.
  • All Colored Belts, 5:20 to 6:50 p.m.
The cost is $82.00 for the 9 weeks. Uniforms are highly recommended and are not included in the registration fee.

KidSafe Details
STABLE USE FOR MEETINGS/EVENTS
The Stable is available for private meetings and parties. Contact the Recreation Office at 201-670-5560 for details and availability.

Stable Use Request Forms
Activities/Resources

The Art Gallery at the Stable
There are monthly Art Exhibitions in the Gallery featuring local artists at the Stable throughout the year, 259 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood.
 
Athletics
Due to the high volume nature of in season organized youth sports, demand for fields is currently at a premium.
 
Graydon Pool
Graydon Pool provides excellent recreational and swimming opportunities to Village Residents throughout the summer months. The Graydon Pool Opening Day Celebration will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 5 and 6.
 
Tennis
There are sixteen tennis courts located throughout the Village of Ridgewood. Lessons are also offered through the spring summer and fall months for children and adults alike.
 
The Community Center
The Community Center at Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Avenue offers a youth lounge and a senior lounge. Scheduled hours are available for both.
 
Community Gardens
The Community Gardens, a horticultural gardening program open to all residents of the Village, provides as an opportunity to grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Individual 10' by 12' gardening plots are assigned for participation in America's number 1 hobby...gardening.
 
Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board
The Parks, Recreation & Conservation Board was created by the Village Council in April of 1973 to serve as an advisory body to the Council, Village Manager, and Director of Parks and Recreation, on facilities, programs and planning for parks, recreation and conservation.
 
Open Space Committee
The Village of Ridgewood voted and passed a supplemental real estate tax in November of 2001 and the Village council subsequently appointed a nine-member committee. The goal of Ridgewood's Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP) is to augment Village facilities in such a way that present and future generations will continue to benefit from naturals surroundings contributing to the health of and enjoyment by all citizens.
 
Project Pride
The Project Pride committee constitutes of Ridgewood residents who work to preserve and beatify Ridgewood's public area. Members and volunteers maintain the flower baskets and holiday kissing balls that hang on the street light poles, and plant and maintain the tree wells and the flower planters downtown.
 
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131 North Maple Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07451     (201) 670-5500