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Astronaut And Senator Mark Kelly To Touch Down At Ridgewood Store
Want to meet former astronaut Sen. Mark Kelly, who was a rumored contender for Kamala Harris' running mate? He's coming to Bergen County.
RIDGEWOOD, NJ —Among the celebrities coming to the Bookends book store in Ridgewood in September is a former potential vice presidential candidate, Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly.
Kelly is an author, astronaut, and husband of ex-Sen. Gabby Giffords. He grew up in West Orange, the son of police officers.
He will be signing his children's book, "Mousetronaut Saves The World."
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The appearance takes place next Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m.
Also making appearances at the store in the next three months: Henry Winkler (a.k.a. "The Fonz"), Bobby Flay, Kenny G, and real housewife Caroline Manzo.
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The store will hold a fall book festival on Sunday, Oct. 6.
The store is located at 211 E Ridgewood Ave.
Click Here to attend the Kelly event or to order a signed copy if not attending.
The store said that those attending need a book for entry.
See the list of events and get more details at www.book-ends.com.
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