Palisades Medical Center receives echocardiography accreditation
Palisades Medical Center recently received a three-year term of accreditation by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). The IAC grants accreditation only to those facilities that are found to be providing quality patient care, in compliance with national standards, through a comprehensive application process including detailed case study review.
According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular diseases are the No. 1 cause of death in the United States. On average, one American dies every 39 seconds of cardiovascular disease, or disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Early detection of life threatening heart disorders and other diseases is possible through the use of echocardiography procedures performed within hospitals, outpatient centers, and physicians’ offices. While these tests are helpful, there are many facets that contribute to an accurate diagnosis based on echocardiography testing. The skill of the echocardiography sonographer performing the examination, the type of equipment used, the background and knowledge of the interpreting physician, and quality assurance measures are each critical to quality patient testing.
Amnesty for overdue library books in March
The North Bergen Free Public Library is offering amnesty to library patrons during the month of March. Return all North Bergen overdue items in March and the fines will be forgiven for the items returned. Visit the main library at 8411 Bergenline Ave. or the Kennedy Branch at 2123 Kennedy Blvd. to return your overdue items. For more information call (201) 869-4715 or visit nbpl.org.
Free crosstown bus in Guttenberg
The Town of Guttenberg runs a free crosstown bus service on Saturdays and Sundays between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. The service makes a loop for drop offs and pick-ups. A schedule of stops is available on the town website at guttenbergnj.org.
Law scholarships available to Hudson County residents
The Hudson County Bar Foundation will award scholarships to students who are attending law school or who have been accepted to law school for the September 2016 to May 2017 term.
The Hudson County Bar Foundation Scholarship Fund is one of the oldest providers of financial assistance to Hudson County law students. Esteemed members and families of the Hudson County legal community have funded these 46 scholarships.
Students must be bona fide residents of Hudson County, must demonstrate financial need, must provide two current letters of recommendation, and must account for appropriate academic standards.
Interested applicants can write to the Hudson County Bar Foundation Scholarship Committee, 583 Newark Ave., Jersey City, NJ 07306 or call (201) 798-4708, send an email to events@hcbalaw.com, or visit the website at hcbalaw.com for an application. All applications must be received on or before April 29.
Palisades Medical Center to hold community health screenings
Throughout the year, Palisades Medical Center’s staff takes an active role in local communities to provide free health screenings and education programs. The New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) recognized Palisades Medical Center’s Community Outreach Program with its Community Outreach Award for its unique and effective methods of reaching out to better serve the healthcare needs of area residents. The following is a schedule of Palisades Medical Center’s free health screenings that will be held in the coming months. For more information, call Joanne Riggs at (201) 854-5793.
– Feb. 28 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Lawrence Church, 22 Hackensack Ave., Weehawken
– March 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Augustine Church, 3900 New York Ave., Union City
– March 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Grove Reformed Church, 46th Street and JFK Blvd., North Bergen
– April 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, 7615 Broadway, North Bergen
– April 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 407 23rd Street, Union City
Free income tax preparation available
North Bergen residents age 55 or over, or in possession of proof of disability, with a yearly income below $55,000 are eligible for free income tax preparation. Preparation is by appointment only. Call (551) 262-0843 between Feb. 6 and April 13. Must bring identification, Social Security card, tax documents and 2014 tax return (first-time participants only).
For details on appointment times and locations, visit the town website at northbergen.org.
Zumba for health and fun at the library on Feb. 21
Looking for a fun and effective workout? An exciting dance class? Enjoy both at the same time as the North Bergen Free Public Library hosts a free Zumba class on Sunday, Feb. 21 at 1:30 p.m. All ages are welcome. The library is at 8411 Bergenline Ave. For more information call (201) 869-4715 or visit nbpl.org.
Attend an evening yoga class on Feb. 22
Adults of all ages and levels are welcome to join a yoga class from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 22 at the Meadowlands Environment Center, 2 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst. Focus on alignment, flow, and warmth, followed by a restorative pose to unwind the body and mind for bed. The class is open to all levels of students, beginner to advanced, ages 14 and up. Poses can be modified to accommodate all levels.
The cost is $10 per person and registration is highly recommended. Two additional sessions are scheduled for March 21 and April 18. Register at njsea.eventbrite.com. For more information call (201) 460-8300.
Learn how to create a certified wildlife garden on Feb. 25
Join Don Torino, president of the Bergen County Audubon Society, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 25 for a presentation on how you can create a wildlife friendly garden using native plants, providing food and water sources, cover and places to raise young. Torino will explain the BCAS’ new Certified Wildlife Garden Program, in which homeowners, communities, schools, businesses, places of worship, nature centers and others anywhere in New Jersey can have their gardens that benefit wildlife officially certified by Bergen County Audubon. The free presentation takes place at Meadowlands Environment Center, 2 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst. Registration is recommended. Register at njsea.eventbrite.com. For information call (201) 460-8300.
See ‘Minions’ for free on Feb. 27
Attend a screening of “Minions” at 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 27 at the main library, 8411 Bergenline Ave. Stuart, Kevin, and Bob are recruited by Scarlet Overkill, a super-villain who, alongside her inventor husband Herb, hatches a plot to take over the world. Admission and refreshments are free and all ages are invited.
Learn how to audition with confidence on March 19
Calling all community theater lovers. Ghostlight Productions in North Bergen is holding an acting and music master class with award-winning, internationally acclaimed singer/actor Adria Firestone from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 19 at the North Bergen Nutrition Center, 1441 45th St.
Learn how to control your fear. Learn how to quickly connect to your character. Learn how to harness the power of your body and voice. The cost is $25 including light refreshments and goodie bags. All funds will be used to put on more musical productions for Hudson County.
For more information call (973) 937-8343 or visit ghostlightcompany.com.