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Ridgewood Talks: Celebrating Our Community with Jenny Coates
In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, host Jeanne Johnson sits down with Jenny Coates. Jenny shares her dedication to building a stronger Ridgewood community through her volunteer work with Ridgewood Newcomers, the Ridgewood Library Foundation, and the Kasschau Shell Committee. Tune in as they discuss the history and events of Ridgewood Newcomers, the important improvements to the Ridgewood Public Library, the dynamic concert series at the Kasschau Shell, and the unique 4th of July celebrations. Get inspired to volunteer and connect with our vibrant hometown community!
00:00 Introduction to Ridgewood Talks
00:24 Meet the Host: Jeanne Johnson
01:09 Exciting Guest: Jenny Coates
01:35 Jenny's Community Contributions
02:56 Ridgewood Newcomers Club
07:01 SSA and Local Charities
11:18 Sips and Civics Event
17:48 Ridgewood Library Foundation
18:26 Library Renovation Updates
18:31 New Study Spaces and Room Reservations
19:28 Future Renovation Plans
19:54 Supporting the Library's Wishlist
20:07 Libby Licenses and Audiobooks
20:40 Library of Things
21:09 Ridgewood Library's Popularity
21:31 Foundation Events and Fundraising
22:17 Friends of the Library and Programming
24:03 Kasschau Memorial Band Shell
29:11 Volunteering and Community Involvement
29:40 Ridgewood 4th of July Celebrations
32:04 Conclusion and Call to Action
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This episode is produced by Ignite Creator Studios, Bergen County’s premier video podcasting & content strategy service!
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In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, host Jeanne Johnson sits down with Jenny Coates. Jenny shares her dedication to building a stronger Ridgewood community through her volunteer work with Ridgewood Newcomers, the Ridgewood Library Foundation, and the Kasschau Shell Committee. Tune in as they discuss the history and events of Ridgewood Newcomers, the important improvements to the Ridgewood Public Library, the dynamic concert series at the Kasschau Shell, and the unique 4th of July celebrations. Get inspired to volunteer and connect with our vibrant hometown community!
00:00 Introduction to Ridgewood Talks
00:24 Meet the Host: Jeanne Johnson
01:09 Exciting Guest: Jenny Coates
01:35 Jenny's Community Contributions
02:56 Ridgewood Newcomers Club
07:01 SSA and Local Charities
11:18 Sips and Civics Event
17:48 Ridgewood Library Foundation
18:26 Library Renovation Updates
18:31 New Study Spaces and Room Reservations
19:28 Future Renovation Plans
19:54 Supporting the Library's Wishlist
20:07 Libby Licenses and Audiobooks
20:40 Library of Things
21:09 Ridgewood Library's Popularity
21:31 Foundation Events and Fundraising
22:17 Friends of the Library and Programming
24:03 Kasschau Memorial Band Shell
29:11 Volunteering and Community Involvement
29:40 Ridgewood 4th of July Celebrations
32:04 Conclusion and Call to Action
Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay informed about all things Ridgewood, New Jersey!
This episode is produced by Ignite Creator Studios, Bergen County’s premier video podcasting & content strategy service!
Ignite Creator Studios: www.ignitecreatorstudios.com
Ridgewood Walks and Talks: www.ridgewoodwalks.com
Ridgewood Talks Instagram: www.instagram.com/ridgewood_talks
Ridgewood Talks Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/1291013971028083
Theme music by Dave Gross from the album Mandology.
Find the song: Cool it! - on Apple Music Here:
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/david-gross/288722944
And you can find Dave Gross – Mandology on Facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/DaveGrossMandology
Hashtags:
#RidgewoodNJ #RidgewoodTalks #BergenCountyNJ #RidgewoodNJPodcast #NorthJersey #BergenCountyNews #NJLocalNews #RidgewoodCommunity #BergenCountyEvents
#NewJerseyPodcast #BergenCountyUpdates #NJPodcast
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