TENAFLY, NEW JERSEY
News Update from the Mayor
December 1, 2023
Hello. This is Mayor Mark Zinna with a Friday news update.
Due to the weather effecting the timing of the leaves falling from trees, this seasons leaf collection is being extended until December 8. Our DPW crews will be out collecting and cleaning as necessary.
Everyone is invited to the Tenafly Holiday Fair this Saturday, December 2 from 11 am to 4 pm at Peace Plaza, outside the library. Featuring an artisan market, live concert performances by Tenafly talent, local vendors, food and kids activities. Entry is free and the fun is for everyone.
Tomorrow at the Senior Center, Saturday, December 2 at 2:00 pm come enjoy an afternoon of the Nutcracker story and live piano music. Hot chocolate will be served. And, note your calendar because on Saturday, December 9 the Senior Center will host an art sale for everyone to enjoy.
Nature Center Summer Camp Registration opens soon. Not sure if nature camp is right for your camper? Join TNC for a Camp Open House this Sunday, December 3rd. Learn about all the fun your child can have with TNC and the school break camp options coming up at the end of December. Register for the open house today at tenaflynaturecenter.org
The Recreation Winter Program Guide for all Programs, Sports and Events is now available for registration. Santa is coming to town! Visit with Santa on Wednesday, December 13th from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Registration for all activities is on Community Pass. For Recreation program details, visit the Borough website under Parks & Recreation.
The Tenafly Elks are hosting a pie tasting contest on Sunday, December 10 from 4 PM to 8 PM. Help the Elks pick a winner for the best Apple pie in the district. Your $10 donation helps support the Elks charitable work.
Mommy/Daddy and Me group meets Saturdays, 9:30 am to 11 am in the Church House, 55 Magnolia Ave. Coffee and chat for the parents and lots of fun toys for the kids. For age 5 and under, free of charge, all are welcome.
This Sunday, December 3 is the community choir rehearsal for singing Vivaldi's Magnificat. Join the rehearsal and perform with the upcoming choir and orchestra event at the Presbyterian Church. All are welcome.
Dashel Prywes, a sixth grader at TMS, is working to set a Guinness World Record for tallest Magna-tile tower. He is doing this to raise awareness for childhood kidney disease. Dashel was born with kidney disease, but that doesn’t stop him from rock climbing, playing chess, or trying to break World Records. You can support Dashel in reaching his goal by visiting www.Dashelskidneyjourney.com and help Dashel and Tenafly receive their first Guinness World Record.
In an effort to include all residents and share news about our public schools, the school district would like to invite you to follow their social media; Facebook, X and Instagram @TenaflySchools. Link HERE to read the newsletter. If you would like to receive this newsletter directly, please send an email to Terry Corallo at tcorallo@tenafly.k12.nj.us.
Enjoy your weekend.
Mark Zinna
Mayor
