🌱 What Hackensack officers say they found in a parked SUV

Good day Hackensack! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• What Hackensack officers say they found in a parked SUV
• Which Euphoria star once walked the halls of Hackensack High?
• How a glowing brain sculpture could reflect Hackensack’s collective mood

Also on today's calendar: Redefining Retirement: Understanding Home equity, options for retirement security and 2 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, James F.!

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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Cold with clouds and sun, with a high of 32 and low of 24 degrees.
• Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and breezy, temps: high: 45, low: 29.
• Thursday: Times of sun and clouds, with a high of 48 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Two Loaded Handguns, Drugs Found On 33-Year-Old Hackensack Man: Cops (dailyvoice.com) — Hackensack police say they arrested a 33-year-old city resident after finding suspected cocaine, marijuana, and two loaded handguns in his vehicle near Polifly Road and Essex Street. The man faces multiple second-degree weapons and drug charges and was taken to Bergen County Jail, while police urge residents to report criminal activity to CrimeStoppers.
   

2. Barbie Ferreira: Bio And Career Highlights (boredpanda.com) — Hackensack readers may be interested to know that actress and model Barbie Ferreira attended Hackensack High School after moving to nearby Maywood. The profile traces her path from local student to breakout success on HBO’s Euphoria, highlighting her body-positive modeling work and growing influence in film and fashion.
   

3. Interactive Mental Health-Focused Art Exhibit Installed at Hackensack Library (tapinto.net) — An interactive “Mind Your Feelings” art exhibit focused on mental health is now installed at Hackensack’s Johnson Public Library and will run through March 2026. Created by two artists and backed by local partners including the City of Hackensack Health Department and Hackensack Stigma Free, the project aims to spark conversations, highlight mind-body connections, and link residents to nearby mental health resources.
   

4. Can't-miss boys and girls bowling matches for the week of Dec. 15-20 (nj.com subscription) — High school bowling fans will recognize Bowler City in Hackensack, where Bergen Tech’s Sebastian Bray competed in last season’s sectional finals, as this week’s schedule of must-watch matches and tournaments unfolds across New Jersey. The piece highlights key boys and girls duals and major events from Dec. 15–20, noting top contenders and standout bowlers to watch.
   

📸 Around Hackensack

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hackensack

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday December 16

• Redefining Retirement: Understanding Home equity, options for retirement security
  50 Eisenhower Dr, Paramus
  9:30 am

Friday December 19

• Art of Living Part 1 Program in the presence of Gurudev
  Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson, 2 Exchange Pl, Jersey City
  6:00 pm

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Other local events

Wednesday December 17

• Girls Game DH VS Dumont Honiss
  Memorial School South Hackensack, NJ 07606
  4:15 pm
• Boys Game DH VS Dumont Selzer
  Memorial School South Hackensack, NJ 07606
  5:30 pm

Friday December 19

• Sandy Stones (XLT) @ Sidebar in Hackensack
  SideBar Gastropub , 45 Main St , Hackensack
  8:00 pm

🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday December 16

• Music & Movement
  Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library Hackensack - Auditorium,
  10:00 am
• Revolution Dance Academy @ the library, ages 3 to 6
  Tenafly Public Library , Tenafly - Children's Room , Tenafly
  11:00 am
• Storytime with Miss Emily
  Children's Room Lodi -
  11:00 am
• (YA) Teen Tuesday: Half Day Free For All
  Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library Hackensack - Auditorium,
  1:30 pm
• Teen Lounge, ages 11-15
  Tenafly Public Library , Tenafly - Teen Space , Tenafly
  3:00 pm
• Christmas Lights of New York City: An Illustrated Presentation
  Englewood Public Library , Englewood - MacKay Room , Englewood
  3:00 pm
• Barks & Books: Read with RJ
  Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library Hackensack - Children's Room,
  3:30 pm
• Candle Making (Registration Required)
  Cliffside Park Public Library , 505 Palisade Ave , Cliffside Park
  3:45 pm
• Kid's Art Class
  Fairview Free Public Library , 213 Anderson Ave , Fairview
  4:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Thank you all for joining us tonight for the Menorah lighting!
  Thank you, Hackensack Police Department for keeping us safe for our Car Menorah parade and the lighting. Thank you Hackensack Fire Department for… (Nextdoor Prospect Avenue)

• Sweetgreen, Inc. posted a job opening for Shops at Riverside - Kitchen Team Member in Hackensack. Apply here.
• Chipotle posted a job opening for Crew Member in Hackensack. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hackensack here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don't know, but April May!
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