Upcoming Events: Looking Forward After Another Holiday

Still in recovery from an overload of sugar and relatives, getting the kids back to school the day after Easter was no fun. Even the dog was cranky.

About Town would like to thank everyone who emailed us about making the Easter Pie. We received so many wonderful emails from people who made it for the first time with great success, and from people who remember their mother, grandmother or aunt making this traditional pie every Easter.

For the most part, the weather held out on Easter and as About Town made our morning Easter runs to Mass at Holy Trinity, flowers at Metropolitan Plants and a visit to Madonna Cemetery, we could see that Fort Lee was out and about in style. We even noticed quite a few Easter hats on the ladies.

Now that another holiday is behind us, it’s time to look forward to spring. Fort Lee has some great events coming up to get you out of the house and into society. So mark your calendars, here’s what’s coming up:

School Board Elections Wednesday

Don’t forget to get out and vote. Every vote counts. Polls are open from 2 to 9 p.m.

Fort Lee Faculty All-Stars vs. Harlem Magic Basketball Team

Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Fort Lee High School Gym
Student Tickets - $6.00 Advance or $7.00 at the Game  
Adult Tickets - $7.00 Advance or $8.00 at the Game
There will be a raffle for two children's bicycles. 
Don’t miss this fun-packed basketball game - dazzling basketball skills, slam dunks, and a lot of laughs with comedy basketball by the Harlem Magic! Sponsored by the Scott Vasel Scholarship Fund and the FLHS Boys Basketball Team.

Holy Trinity Reunion for all Classes Saturday

It’s still not too late to get your tickets to Holy Trinity’s Reunion this Saturday! Tickets will be sold at the door, but you can still contact JoAnn Francolino at francojo@hotmail.com or call her at (201) 873-6332 to reserve a ticket. The Reunion starts with a mass at Holy Trinity Church at 7 p.m. followed by the reunion at the school at 8 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person and includes a buffet dinner and D.J. BYOB. Don’t miss out on this event!

Board of Education Reorganization Meeting

The Annual Reorganization of the Fort Lee Board of Education will be held on Monday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the All Purpose Room of School No. 1, 250 Hoym Street.

"Run the Palisades" for Diabetes

On Sunday, May 15, the communities of Cliffside Park and Fort Lee and the Diabetes Foundation, Inc. will host their third annual “Run the Palisades” 5K Run/Walk and Health Fair. To register click here.

Fort Lee Public Library Book Sale

The Fort Lee Public Library is planning its annual book sale for May 21 and May 22. The library is collecting donated books, especially children's books, compact discs and DVDs. Please donate now through May 1.

Revised 2010-2011 School Calendar

The Fort Lee School District school calendar for the 2010-2011 school year has been extended by one day in order to meet state requirements. Last day for students is Friday, June 24.

More Class Reunions Scheduled for this year:

“I Grew Up In Fort Lee” Semi-Annual Reunion

Friday, June 3 At In Napoli’s: Based on the Facebook page, everyone is invited to this semi-annual reunion of anyone and everyone who grew up in Fort Lee. This is always a great reunion of old friends. There’s no cover—the reunion will take place at the bar and outside on the patio.

Class of 1991 - 20th Year Reunion, Saturday September 17, 2011 at Le Jardin 6-11 p.m.  The price is $85 per person, and includes a buffet dinner and soft drinks, with a cash bar.  Please RSVP by September 1st  and send checks to:  Sorina Goldstein Bard, 4 Sequoia Lane, Dix Hills, NY 11746, cell: (516) 695-5000.

Class of 1966 - 45th Year Reunion, Saturday October 29, 2011 between 7-11 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel, 2117 Route 4 East, Fort Lee. There will be a hospitality room at the hotel which will be open from 3-5 p.m. prior to the party and will reopen again for coffee after the party.  Tickets are $100.00 per person.  Reservations for the reunion please call Gladys 973-927-4136 or Mary Bea 973-906-1861.  Friends of '66 are also welcome.  Reservations for hotel rooms directly with the Doubletree - Please mention Class of '66 reunion for a special rate of $139 per room.

Class of 1971 - 40th year reunion on Saturday October 15th, at the Crown Plaza. Price is approximately $100 per person. Contact Joanne Train Maider at flhsreunion71@hotmail.com.