Sunday, August 2, 2026

Bogota VFW Italian Night

 
2-August-2026
 On Saturday-1-August, the Bogota VFW's Ralph Hall Post #5561 held an Italian Night dinner. This was held in the lower hall at 241 W. Shore Ave. in Bogota, for residents, and any VFW member wishing to attend.
 The menu included Penne in a Vodka Sauce, Cavatappi and Broccoli with Oil and Garlic, and Lemon Fried Chicken. Prepared by Post Quartermaster Mr. Brandon Escobar. Also available was a garden salad, finishing with Cannoli or Tiramisu.
 Post Commander Mr. Alexander Herandez walked around the dining room greeting the patrons and thanked them for their support.
 Proceeds from the event will assist in the maintenance and programs for the post's headquarters.
 The Ralph Hall Post 5561 is also inviting anyone who wishes to join as Veterans of the Armed Services, or as family members of Veterans to join. For more information on how to join, or get assistance from the Bogota VFW please go to thier facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/Bogota-VFW
 
 
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Saturday, August 1, 2026

This Week's Events

1-Aug-2026

Some events happening in and around Bogota and Ridgefield Park for the week starting on Sunday-2-Aug.

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Bogota
The Borough has started a Hometown Heroes Banner program. This will allow residents of Bogota to honor a family member who serviced in the Armed Servies. The cost of a banners will be $150.00 payable to the Borough of Bogota. For more information, and details please contact the Borough Clerk at 201342-1736 ex 235. or by email at:  clerk@bogotaonline.org


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Ridgefield Park NJ
Beginning on Monday-20-July, Work will start at the intersection of Railroad Avenue and North Avenue and will progress south along Railroad Avenue as each phase of the work is completed. For the next 8-week Monday to Friday from 7:00a and 4:00p





Sunday-2-August

The John B Davis Pool in Ridgefield Park NJ will host number of Season Final Series with Sunset Party, Concert Night and Olympic Finale. The John B. Davis Pool is located at 200 Hobart St.

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Tuesday-4-August
Bogota
The Bogota Senior Club meeting starting at 11:00a. This will take place in the Senior Centre on the second fl. of 375 Larch Ave.


Tuesday-4-August
Bogota
The Bogota Public Library will host their next Makers Labs for Students grades K to 2. It will start at 6:30p. Reservations required. For more information about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 

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Wednesday-5-August
Bogota 

 The Bogota Public Library will have "Tiny But Mighty" story time reading starting at 10:30a. This is for Children ages 3 three years and younger. This will include stories and songs. For more information, and to register please about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ
 
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Wednesday-5-August
Bogota 
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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Wednesday5-August
Bogota 
 The Bogota Public Library will host the Crochet Club starting at 6:00p.  This will be held in the Senior Centre on the second fl. of 375 Larch Ave. For more information, and to register please about this and other Library events visit their website at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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Wednesday-5-August
The 2026 Ridgefield Park Summer Concert Series will feature the Sandy Stones Trio at 7:00p. It will be held in McGowan Park at 149 Bergen Turnpike.
In case of inclement weather, it will be moved to Knights of Columbus Hall at 106 Bergen Ave.

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Thursday-6-August

The 2026 Ridgefield Park Summer Concert Series will feature the Waldwick Community Band at 7:00p. and will be held in McGowan Park at 149 Bergen Turnpike.
In case of inclement weather, it will be moved to Knights of Columbus Hall at 106 Bergen Ave.

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Thursday-6-August


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Friday-7-August

The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. 
 
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Saturday-8-August
Bogota
 The Bogota Public Library will have their Saturday Storytime at 11:00a. It will be held in the second floor Seniors Centre. It is open to the Public.  For more information please about this and other Library events visit their website at:  http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/

The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ.  
  
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Saturday-8-August
Ridgefield Park NJ
The John B Davis Pool in Ridgefield Park NJ will host their 4th Sunset Pool Party as part of the 50th Anniversary of the pool. This will start at 6:00p the pool is located at 200 Hobart St.
Tickets at $25.00 in advance and $30.oo at the door.


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Saturday-8-August
Bogota

Bergen County Recycling is open to County residents from 9:00a- 2:00p At Bergen Community College at 400 Paramus Rd.

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Saturday-8-August
Bogota
 The 2026 Muslim Extravaganza will be held in the Ridgefield Park section of Overpeck Park. This event is open for all age groups, with rides and games. Along with a variety of food and desserts and finale fireworks show. 
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