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THE MEADOWLANDS LIBERTY REGION
2015 OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE TO NJ’S EVENT CAPITAL
MetLife Stadium
Pole Position Raceway Medieval Times
Hackensack Riverkeeper
SEE VALUABLECOUPONS
INSIDE!
877-MLCVB-US MLCVB.COM(877-652-8287)
A publication of the Meadowlands Liberty Convention and Visitors BureauTM
Front CoverMetLife Stadium - Experts in the Field of Celebration
www.metlifestadium.com
Pole Position Raceway - Exhilarating indoor Go Kart Racing, open 7 days a week to the public. Corp. Events, Private Parties and Fundraisers also available
www.polepositionraceway.com
Hackensack Riverkeeper - Paddle the Meadowlandswww/hackensackriverkeeper.org
Westfield Garden State Plazawww.westfield.com/gardenstateplaza
Meadowlands Exposition Center - North Jersey’s Premier Exposition Centerwww.mecexpo.com
4 Dear Friends
MLCVB Visitors CenterMeadows Office Complex
201 Route 17 North, Rutherford, NJ 07070, (201) 939-0707Judith Ross, Sr. Director of Operations, MRC & MCLVB
Ad Sales: Greer Enterprises, Inc., (201) 493-7996, [email protected]
Art Direction & Design: Susan S. Reid
Printing: Graphicolor Corp.
Bergen County is a wonderful place tolive, work, and raise a family. Nearly one million residents live in one of our 70 uniqueand vibrant municipalities.
Our county attracts thousands of visitorsand tourists each day to our businesses, educational facilities, historical sites and special events. Our retail shopping facilitiesare second to none. Bergen Community College attracts students from across ourcounty and throughout the state. Places tovisit include the Meadowlands, SteubenHouse (home to the Bergen County Historical
Society), Overpeck Park, the Bergen County Zoo in Van Saun Park, and theNew Jersey Naval Museum- just to name a few.
As the largest county in New Jersey, Bergen County offers a sizable poolof diverse, well-educated, highly skilled workers for employers in the region. Our business community is a thriving mix of Fortune 500 companiesand small businesses alike. My administration will continue to partner withthe Meadowlands Regional Chamber of Commerce and other agencies andorganizations to grow our economy and capitalize on opportunities forpublic-private partnerships.
We will continue to strive every day to make Bergen County the bestplace for our residents, businesses and visitors. This visitor’s guide is a valuable resource of countywide information for anyone who lives, worksin or visits Bergen County. I urge you to take advantage of the programsand opportunities available to you within Bergen County government forfuture growth and opportunities.
Should you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out to myoffice. My staff and I are here to help.
Sincerely,
James J. Tedesco, IIIBergen County Executive
5Dear Friends
Hudson County Honors
THE MEADOWLANDS REGIONAL
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Helping Make Hudson CountyYour Address for Business Success!
Hudson County offers a range of partnership opportunities to help yougrow your business.
The Hudson County Economic Development Corporation offers crucialsmall business loans; the Hudson County Office of Minority & WomenOwned Business Enterprise cand provide valuable technical expertise; andour Workforce Development One Stop Center can provide you with trained,pre-qualified workers with the skills you need.
We’re also proud of the many civic institutions we work with to createa strong and stable business environment in Hudson County, like the Mead-owlands Regional Chamber of Commerce. This pocket guide is one of manyservices they provide to deliver quality information to their members andthe larger community.
If you would like to know more about why Hudson County is your address for business success, please contact the Hudson County EconomicDevelopment Corporation at 201-369-4370.
Where You Want to Be... Whether traveling for business or pleasure
Holiday Inn Express Paramus is ideal!LOCATION, LOCATION! LOCATION! We are conveniently located on Route17 North, across from the famous Westfield Garden State Shopping Malland minutes from Riverside Square Mall, The Bergen Mall, The GeorgeWashington Bridge, New York City, MetLife Stadium and Izod Center.
We offer the finest in accommodations and amenities including: � Deluxe rooms with triple sheet bedding and luxury linens,
32" flat screen LCD TV’s with HBO � Fitness Center � Complimentary Breakfast � 24-Hour Business Center with print/copy services and computer
access and meeting occupancy up to 25 attendees � Hi-speed wi-fi throughout the hotel
Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights283 Route 17 South, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604 • 201.288.9600
www.meadowlandshi.com
Change is Inn!
The newly renovated Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights makes choosinga hotel for business or pleasure easy in the Meadowlands Area.
We offer the finest in accommodations and amenities including:� Updated meeting facilities (5,500 sq. ft. of meeting space)� 244 renovated rooms, 8 suites, new bathrooms, soft carpets,32" flat-screen LCD TVs, Hallmark luxury linens
� Gabriel’s Grille & Bar� 24-hour business center� Seasonal outdoor pool
Conveniently located in the heart of the Meadowlands on Rt. 17 South.Close proximity to the best restaurants and shopping malls in the area.Minutes from Teterboro and Newark Liberty Airports, New York City, aswell as the New Meadowlands Stadium and The Izod Center.
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HOTEL/MOTELAVE Rental Residences (See our ad inside front cover)
Furnished and Unfurnished Suites with flexible lease terms.AVE Clifton. 743 Passaic Avenue, Clifton, NJ (877) AVE.0245AVE Union. 1070 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ (877) AVE.0246AVE Somerset. 199 Pierce Street, Somerset, NJ (877) AVE.0247Whether you are relocating, remodeling, or simply rethinking,AVE is the perfect short or long term accommodation. The perfect housing solution for the business traveler, consultant, oranyone who needs a temporary place to call home, AVE stands forgenerous spaces; relaxed settings; contemporary design, & superbbusiness, entertainment, fitness & spa services. Our unfurnishedrentals offer a carefree lifestyle an unparalleled service.
Embassy Suites Hotel455 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ(201) 864-7300 Fax (201) 864-5391www.secaucus.embassysuites.comHotel offers 2 room spacious suites. With every Embassy Suites stay,guests will enjoy our complimentary cook to order breakfast andevening receptions with complimentary snacks and beverage. Adjacent to the Meadowlands Expo Center and located in the heartof the Harmon Meadow Complex offering shops, variety of restau-rants and movie theaters. Minutes from MetLife Stadium. NYC iseasily accessible by the NJ Transit Bus Company located directlyacross the street from hotel. Hotel features an indoor pool, fitnessroom, hi-speed internet access, business center, and banquet/meet-ing facilities. Café 455 offering lunch and dinner.
Fairfield Inn by Marriott (See our ad page 9)
850 Paterson Plank Road, East Rutherford, NJwww.marriott.com/ewrsc(201) 507-5222 Fax (201) 507-0744Toll Free Reservations (800) 228-2800Newly renovated hotel adjacent to the Meadowlands SportsComplex on Paterson Plank Road (Rt.120) Friendly and attentivestaff to fulfill your needs. Meeting room available. Special grouprates for weddings or social occasions.
Hilton Hasbrouck Heights650 Terrace Avenue, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ(201) 288-6100 Toll free (800) 321-3232 www.hilton.comOffering contemporary, modern and comfortable accommoda-tions, centrally located to regional airports, nearby conventiondestinations and celebrated sights of New York City and NorthernNew Jersey. We offer 355 guest rooms and suites. Choose froman upgrade to an elegant junior suite or a view of New York City.Discover all the perks you’d expect from a renowned NYC hotel—right here in New Jersey serviced by a team of hospitality professionals with you in mind. 5 miles to the MeadowlandsSports and Entertainment Complex, home to MetLife Stadium,and the Meadowlands Racetrack and nearby Meadowlands Exposition Center. 1 mile to Teterboro Airport. 17.7 miles toNewark Liberty International and La Guardia airports.
Holiday Inn Express (See our ad on page 6)
50 Route 17 North, Paramus, NJ(201) 843-5400 Fax(201)712-0434 www.paramusexpress.comBest known for its unparalleled shopping, Paramus is minutesfrom New York City, area airports and the MeadowlandsRegion so our guests will never experience a dull moment! The 100% nonsmoking Holiday Inn Express® Paramus hotel alsofeatures comfortable, practical amenities, so you can enjoy yourstay. Fitness center, 24-hour Business Center with print and copyservices and computer access. Free wi-fi. Free hot Express StartBreakfast Bar.
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Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights (See our ad on page 6)
283 Route 17 South, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ(201) 288-9600 (800) 438-8687 www.meadowlandshi.comCompletely renovated and re-launched in 2010, we offer thefinest in accommodations and amenities including updatedmeeting facilities that includes 5,500 sq. ft of meeting space, 244renovated rooms and 8 suites with sleek new furniture, soft carpets, Hallmark luxury linens and new bathrooms. Gabriels’Grille & Bar, outdoor pool, free hi-speed wireless internet access.Located in the heart of the Meadowlands on Route 17 nearNewark Airport, New York City and MetLife Stadium.
Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel (See our ad page 9)
801 Rutherford Avenue, Rutherford, NJ(201) 231-3100 Fax (201) 231-3111 www.marriott.com/ewrbrToll free Reservations (800) HOTELS-1Elegantly appointed boutique style hotel located at the intersec-tion of Routes 3 & 17. Ballroom available for intimate weddings,and social occasions. Meeting and conference facilities available.Award winning CK’s Steakhouse serving breakfast, lunch, anddinner. Reservations suggested.
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STYLISH AND DISTINCTIVE, THE RENAISSANCEMEADOWLANDSHOTEL
801 Rutherford Ave.Rutherford, NJ201.231.3100
www.renaissancemeadowlands.com
• Stimulating environment• Creative, indigenous B&F• Personal REN meeting Experts• Networking events right in the lobby lounge• Customizable RLife LIVE events• Turnkey solution for discovering the local area• Customized Local Navigator Guides
No matter where or why you travel, there’s always something wonderfully new to be found.
FAIRFIELD INN MARRIOTTYOU CAN EXPECTMORE
In the heart of the Meadowlands Complex
141 Newly Renovated Guestrooms
COMPLIMENTARY:• Hot breakfast• High Speed Wi-Fi• Parking• Friendly, accommodating staff• Refrigerator & microwave in every guest room• Up-graded fitness equipment & guest business center• Newly renovated Meeting Space• Transit bus service to NYC in front of hotel
EVENT PLANNING & MANAGEMENTMetLife Stadium Email us at [email protected] or call (201) 559-1710 to schedule your site visit. www.metlifestadium.comExperts in the Field of Celebration. Partner with MetLife Stadium’sspecial events team to create an event that exceeds expectations.From VIP meeting rooms, a fireside lounge, to colorful field-sideclubs, our spaces are sure to provide a unique and memorable experience. Our new, state-of-the-art facility offers multiple indoorand outdoor spaces, world-class amenities and an impressive arrayof culinary options. With the ability to accommodate gatherings assmall as 10 to as large as over 80,000, see for yourself why MetLifeStadium is in a field of its own.
EXHIBITION FACILITIESMeadowlands Exposition Center 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ(201) 330-7773 Fax (201) 330-1172This privately owned 61,000 square foot exhibition facility is idealfor trade shows, meetings and special events. It is located just five miles outside New York City and is surrounded by hotels,restaurants, retail shops and recreational facilities.
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RESTAURANTSBonefish Grill (See our coupon page 43)
200 Mill Creek Drive, Secaucus, NJ601 From Road, Paramus, NJ www.bonefishgrill.comHouse specialties include a variety of market-fresh fish and signa-ture sauces, like the favorite Atlantic Salmon with Mango Salsa,and delicious appetizers like Bang Bang Shrimp®, Ahi Tuna Sashimi,PEI Mussels Josephine and “American Style” Kobe Beef Burgers.Each restaurant features a spacious dining room with a big city bar,well-known for its community tables and bar-fresh cocktails. Ad-venturous wine list. Bonefish Grill appeals to those who crave highquality cuisine at a good value in a comfortable, lively atmosphere.
Chart House Restaurant (See our ad page 13 & 15)
Pier D-T Lincoln Harbor, Weehawken, NJ(201) 348-6628 www.chart-house.comLocated on the Hudson River, with a panoramic waterfront viewof Manhattan skyline, Chart House offers a combination of excellent food and exceptional service. We provide a perfect settingfor entertaining for private events. Top 10 Restaurant of NorthernNew Jersey by Zagat/New York Times.
Houlihan’s (See our ad page 15)
Lincoln Harbor, 1200 Harbor Blvd., Weehawken, NJ(201) 863-4000 www.houlihans.comAt Houlihan’s all our food from our Kitchen is prepared fromscratch everyday, just for you! From homemade soups to fresh-baked breads and desserts, it’s freshness you can taste and it’sserved with style.
Houlihan’s (See our ad page 18)
1735 Route 46 East, Parsippany, NJ (973) 334-4900 Visit our other locations: Secaucus, Hasbrouck Heights, Bayonne,Fairfield, Ramsey, Bridgewater, Holmdel, New Brunswick, Eaton-town, Princeton, Cherry Hill, Brick, Woodbridge, Westbury, NYand Farmingdale, NY.
Il Villaggio (See our ad page 20)
650 Route 17 North, Carlstadt, NJ(201) 935-7733 Fax: (201) 935-3111 www.ilvillaggio.comZagat top-rated restaurant serving fine Northern Italian cuisine.Wide variety of fish, seafood specials and homemade desserts.Weddings and private events from 20 to 250 people.
Martini Grill (See our ad page 20)
187 Hackensack Street , Wood-Ridge, NJ(201) 939-2000 www.martini-grill.comChef/Owner Aret Cakir caters to all sorts of celebrities flying inand out of nearby Teterboro Airport, but you don’t have to owna private jet to enjoy four star rated Martini Grill. Serving fineItalian food with a European flair in an intimate, romantic rusticTuscan style dining atmosphere, this is the hidden gem of theMeadowlands. Voted best chef and best martini by BergenHealth and Life. Full bar, extensive wine list, banquet facilities.Open for lunch and dinner Monday - Saturday.
Masina Trattoria Italiana (See our ad page 15)
Lincoln Harbor, 1200 Harbor Blvd., Weehawken, NJ(201) 348-4444 www.masinatrattoria.comOffering home style Italian specialties on the NJ waterfront. Fullmenu of savory Italian classics and original creations all preparedwith the finest ingredients. Guests can choose to dine in, or alfresco in our expansive outdoor seating area with stunning viewsof the Hudson River and Manhattan.
Morton’s Steakhouse (See our ad page 12)
One Riverside Square, Hackensack, NJ (201) 487-1303
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Olive Garden Italian Restaurant (See our ad page 18)
500 Route 3 West, Secaucus, NJ(201) 867-3543 Fax: (201) 867-3547 www.olivegarden.comGather with friends and family, and experience the abundance ofItaly, only at Olive Garden where you’ll find a warm, welcome,and inviting Italian atmosphere. From delicious new entrées totime-tested favorites, our menu is full of flavorful meals that willdelight and satisfy the senses—all served in a genuine and friendlysetting that brings you to the heart of Italian hospitality.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House (See our ad page 15)
Lincoln Harbor, 1200 Harbor Blvd., Weehawken, NJ(201) 863-5100 www.ruthschris.comServing the finest prime steak anywhere Ruth’s Chris offers dining perfection in an intimate atmosphere with a majestic viewof the Manhattan skyline. Rated #1 in Nw Jersey by New JerseyMonthly Magazine!
The Crab House (See our ad page 13)
541 River Road, Edgewater, NJ(201) 840-9311 www.CrabHouseSeafood.com
CATERERS/BANQUET FACILITIESAND RESTAURANT SUPPLIERSCHiT CHaT Creative Caterers (See our ad page 21)
(201) 820-4033 www.CCCreativeCaterers.comWhether it’s our exceptional food with a chef-driven menu or ourcommitment to providing the best service. It is our mission tomake every event memorable and stress free. From private partiesto corporate events, pharmaceutical catering or any occasion. Weaim to provide constant innovation, consistent quality, appealingpresentation & great value.CHiT CHaT Diner515 Essex St., Hackensack, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(201) 820-4033
Nanina’s in the Park (See our ad page 19)
540 Mill Street, Belleville, NJ(973) 751-1230 www.DreamWeddingsInThe Park.comNanina’s in the Park of Belleville, New Jersey, is proud to announcea marriage of preeminent catering, like no other. The Park SavoyEstate in Florham Park is now part ofthe Nanina’s In The Park tradition of excellence. Two historic landmarks with legendary histories and decades of catering expertise have tied the knot,offering you a one of a kind wedding experience in the venue ofyour dreams. Nanina’s In The Park and Park Savoy Estate havejoined together bringing you…Dream Weddings In the Park.
The Park Savoy (See our ad page 19)
216 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ(973) 377-7100 www.DreamWeddingsInThe Park.com
“A diamond in the shadow of the Meadowlands, old-style cuisine that never disappoints”
Zagat Survey, America’s Top 1000 Italian Restaurants 2008
“Best of Award of Excellence”- Wine Spectator Magazine
Since 1979, Il Villaggio has been consistently providing guests with trulymemorable dining experiences. Il Villaggio specializes in classic Northern
Italian dishes, as well as, a wide variety of fresh fish & seafood specialsthat change daily. Indulge in our many fresh homemade desserts.
Il Villaggio is available for Weddings & Private Events for 20-250 peopleMon.-Fri. 11:30 am -11:00 pm • Sat. 5:00 pm - Midnight • Sun. Private Events Only
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TRANSPORTATIONMinutes from Manhattan, the Meadowlands Liberty Region is teamingwith the convenience of one of the most efficient public transportationsystems in the world. Let NJ Transit bus and train service make yourtrip convenient and relaxing. Or, take New York Waterway’s ferry serv-ice to New York.
New Jersey’s road network extends 36,000 miles. Midtown Manhattanis accessible via Routes 3, 4, 7, 9, 17, 46, I-80, and the New Jersey Turnpike. All major highways and rail links, which connect New Yorkto points west and south, run directly through the district.
AIR TRANSPORTATIONNewark Liberty International AirportNewark Liberty International Airport is one of the world’s busiest air-ports, handling more than 30 million passengers per year. Operated byThe Port Authority of New York & New Jersey since 1948, the airportserves international and domestic travelers and is one of the best-equipped air cargo facilities in the world. The airport is accessible byNJ Turnpike Interchange 13A, Routes 1 & 9, and Interstate 78.
Direct rail connections to the NJ Transit and Amtrak Northeast Corridortrain lines are available via AirTrain Newark. Passengers can use Air-Train Newark by taking any NJ TRANSIT or Amtrak train that stops atthe Newark Liberty International Airport Train Station. PATH riders canuse AirTrain by taking NJ TRANSIT from Newark Penn Station. AirTrainis free around the airport to connecting terminals, car rentals and park-ing lots. www.panynj.gov
General Information: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-888-EWR-INFO (1-888-397-4636)(Including information on parking, airlines, and directions)
PATH- Port Authority Trans-Hudson CorporationThe PATH rail transit system, opened in 1908 as the Hudson and Man-hattan Railroad, has been a subsidiary of the Port Authority since 1962.The PATH system provides service from Newark, New Jersey to mid-town and downtown Manhattan.
Journal Square Transportation CenterThe Journal Square Transportation Center, located in Jersey City, NJ,provides bus interchanges, shops and other customer services, andserves as PATH’s administrative headquarters.
NYC BUS SERVICES#320 Mill Creek—Harmon Meadow-New York:• Direct to PA Bus Terminal in NYC (42nd St. & 8th Ave.)• Limited stop service – daily• Special NYC fares = $3.15 each way – adults• Reduced fares = $1.40 each way (kids and seniors over 62)• Monthly pass = $109 for unlimited trips• Family SuperSaver Fare:
- Weekends & holidays / 2 children (5-11) free with adult fare• At PA Terminal - departs Gate #231 up to 10pm• At PA Terminal - departs Gate #320 10pm – 1am• Departing NYC – must have ticket or pass before boarding
Overnight/After Hours - #190 via Paterson Plank Road
Please see the Newark Liberty International Airport map on page 34-35.
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LOCAL BUS SERVICES#78 Newark —Harmon Meadow—Harmon Cove—Secaucus Junction:• Limited service – weekly peak hours only• Newark fare = #2.65 each way-adults• Reduced fare = $1.20 each way (kids & seniors)• Monthly pass = $77 unlimited trips• Services Newark-Penn Station- Connections to NJT Rail & Amtrack
#85 Mill Creek—Harmon Meadow—Hoboken Terminal• Daily – local service via Union City• Hoboken fare = $2.15 each way – adults• Reduced fare = $1.00 each way (kids & seniors)• Monthly pass = $65 unlimited trips• Serves Hoboken Terminal- Connections to NJT Rail & Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to Jersey City
(Exchange Place & Liberty State Park-Liberty Science Center)
RAIL SERVICESAt Secaucus Junction Station• NJT Northeast Corridor Line to:- New York City-Penn Station (8th ave. & 34th St.)- Newark-Penn Station- Newark Liberty International Airport (AirTrain connection)- New Brunswick (Rutgers University)- Princeton Junction (Princeton University via shuttle train)- Trenton (State Capitol)
• NJT North Jersey Coast Line to:- New York City-Penn Station (8th Ave. & 34th St.)- Newark-Penn Station- Newark Liberty International Airport (AirTrain connection)- Jersey Shore (Red Bank to Bay Head)
• NJT Midtown Direct (Morris & Essex Lines) to: - New York City-Penn Station (8th Ave. & 34th St.)- Newark-Broad Street Station (Uptown)- Summit-Madison-Chatham- Morristown
• NJT Main/Bergen, Pascack Valley & Metro-North Port Jervis Lines to:
- Hoboken TerminalConnections to NJT Rail & Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to Jersey City (Exchange Place & Liberty State Park-Liberty Science Center)
- Suburban Bergen & Passaic Counties- Rockland County, NJ- Connections to Woodbury Commons via shuttle bus from Port
Jervis Line
At Secaucus Junction Station From Hoboken• NJT Meadowlands Sports Complex Line- Operates during major stadium events only (football & concerts)- Right next to MetLife Stadium
Starts 3-1/2 hours before event and up to 2 hours after events end- Frequency-every 10 to 20 minutes- Trip time to stadium is 10 minutes- Fares: $1.75 adult one-way or $2.75 round trip- Fares: $0.75 child/senior one way or $1.25 round trip- Walk to Racetrack
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• Business Pass Program- One-way tickets (bus, train, light rail)- Tickets never expire- No administrative or handling fees- Minimum = 25 tickets- Easy Process: Enroll, Fax order, Tickets arrive with invoice for payment- Staff training provided
GENERAL INFORMATIONWebsite: www.njtransit.com• Trip Planner, Schedules, Fares, Trip alerts via text message- Schedules available- Transit Information Center: (973) 275-5555, 7am – 7pm daily
RAIL SERVICELight RailFor schedules, rates, maps, fares visit www.njtransit.com. Light Rail is aclean, efficient, and speedy way to commute locally or to make local con-nections to major terminals and service. NJ Transit operates two Light Railsystems in Northern NJ.
Hudson-Bergen Light Rail System: Connects residential Bayonne andwestern Jersey City with Jersey City’s Exchange Place and Newport Center,and Hoboken Terminal–business and shopping centers with easy connec-tions to New York City via PATH and NY Waterway.
The Newark City Subway: Brings residents in north Newark and fromNewark’s northern suburbs to educational and cultural destinations inNewark, NJ’s largest city. Also intersects extensive local bus network.
Secaucus Junction For schedules, rates, maps, fares visit www.njtransit.comSecaucus Junction is a 312,00 square foot railroad station connectingBergen and Passaic counties to New York City, downtown Newark,Newark Liberty International Airport, Trenton, the Jersey Shore and every-where in between. It connects 10 of NJ Transit’s 11 rail lines, saving timeand gas for commuters. It will divert 15,000 cars from NJ roads.
MetLife Stadium Visit www.metlifestadium.com for a list of 2015 events.MetLife Stadium, part of the MetLife Sports Complex in East Rutherford, NJ, is the home of the National Football League’s NewYork Jets and New York Football Giants. Each year, MetLife Stadium hosts 20 NFL games, which is twice as many as any other NFLStadium. The stadium also hosts major concerts and entertainmentevents, college sporting events, international soccer matches, motorsports, and family shows. The stadium has seating for 82,500 fanswith the capability for 90,000 for non-football major events, includ-ing 10,000 club seats and over 200 luxury suites.
Technology takes center stage at MetLife Stadium. With over 2,200HDTVs and four 30’x 118’ high-definition LED video boards in eachcorner of the stadium, fans are offered a great view of the gamefrom any angle. Through a building-wide Wi-Fi system, the Stadiumis able to provide unique fan experiences.
Fans can enjoy proficient regional public transportation to the Stadium via NJ Transit’s rail line, which is connected to Amtrak’sNorthern Corridor. Guests originating from New York’s Penn Station are dropped off at the front door of the Stadium in just 20minutes. The addition of the rail line, which opened in 2009, coupledwith newly configured parking lots, provides easier access routes andimproved traffic patterns to and from the Stadium.
Aside from sporting events and other major events, MetLife Stadium is a full-service entertainment facility with versatile spacesthat are available year-round and can be tailored to any event. Thestadium is available for graduations, corporate functions, meetings,conferences, trade shows, holiday parties, product launches, personalcelebrations, etc.
Meadowlands Racing and Entertainment. . . (201) 460-4043The new facility accommodates 2,200 seats inside and out for thefinest in harness and thoroughbred horse racing in the spectacularsetting that overlooks the New York Skyline. As host of the $1.5 million Hambletonian, The Racetrack attracts the best drivers andhorses in the world. It is the nation’s leading harness racing facilityand is home to nighttime thoroughbred racing from Septemberthrough November.
Racetrack Information (201) [email protected], www.thebigm.comRacetrack Group Sales (800) [email protected], www.thebigm.comThe Meadowlands Experience Tour (201) [email protected], www.IZODCenter.com/tours
Giants Ticket Information (See our ad page 33) (201) 935-8111www.giants.com
Jets Ticket Information (800) 469-JETSwww.newyorkjets.comNew York Red Bulls 877-RBSOCCER www.newhrokredbulls.com (Red Bull Arena opening 2010)
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Where to stay, eat, play, shopwww.mlcvb.com
www.stayinthemeadowlands.com
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Pole Position Raceway (See our ad inside back cover)
99 Caven Point Road, Jersey City, NJ(201) 333-7223 www.polepositionraceway.com Experience the thrill of racing at Pole Position Raceway in JerseyCity. Our 80,000 square-foot, two-track facility features the fastestelectric karts in the US. State-of-the-art entertainment and white-knuckled excitement is available seven days a week for walk-inbusiness and private events.
HEALTH & FITNESSMeadowlands Area YMCA (See our ad below)
436 Ridge Road, North Arlington, NJ(201) 955-5300 The Y, We’re For Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. The Meadowlands Area YMCA has been servingthe area for over 90 years. We offer a full and parttime ChildcareCenter for children ages 1-1/2 years to 5. We run School Age AfterCare (SACC) programs at 18 school locations. We provide HolidayCare, Summer Camp, enrichment classes, swimming lessons, seniorexercise and aquatic programs, lap swimming, Corporate AthleticSoftball Teams and much more. Our mission is to work togetherto provide classes and programs that are needed in the community.
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MUSEUMS/ART CENTERSBergen (PAC) Performing Arts Center30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ(201) 816-816 www.bergenpac.org The Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) is northernNew Jersey’s not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) performing arts center – ahome to hundreds of world class performances at affordableprices reaching audiences of over 250,000 each year. The bergen-PAC embraces the spectrum of the arts from Rock to Classical toDance to Comedy, with nearly 150 events each year, the arts arewell represented. However, the soul of bergenPAC can best beseen in our efforts to provide a home for innovative arts and ed-ucational programs that reach out to thousands of families viaour Performing Arts School.
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32 Sports, Entertainment & AttractionsAviation Hall of Fame & Museum of NJ (Teterboro) (201) 288-6344Bergen (PAC) Performing Arts Center (Englewood) (201) 816-8160Liberty Science Center (Jersey City) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(201) 200-1000
Nautica Factory Store (See our ad page 39, and our coupon page 43)
60 Enterprise Avenue., Secaucus, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 392-9600An iconic, American brand with over 30 years of nautical heritageand inspiration. Rich in performance, color and authentic style.Nautica takes you to the water.
Tommy Hilfiger (See our coupon page 43)
30 Enterprise Ave. North Secaucus, NJ . . . . . . . . . (201) 863-5600As one of the world’s leading premium lifestyle brands, Tommy Hilfiger celebrates the essence of Classic American Cool and providesa refreshing twist to classic, American fashion.
Harmon Meadow Shopping Center Secaucus, NJ (Map 40-41)
Offer valid through 12/31/15 on Nautica product sold in Secaucus Nautica Factory Store location only. Excludes watchesand fragrance. Offer cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer. Limit one offer per customer per day. Thiscoupon must be presented and surrendered at time of purchase. Offer may not be bought, reproduced, photocopied orsold. Excludes employee purchases. Not valid on previous purchases. Cannot be used towards the purchase of giftcards. This offer has no cash value and may not be redeemed for cash. Qualifying amount refers to merchandise totalbefore any applicable taxes. Promo Code: 1510
10% off your purchase of $100 or more**THIS OFFER EXPIRES ON 12/31/15 and is redeemable for the discount stated above only in-person at Tommy Hilfigerstore in Secaucus, NJ. It may be used only once and must be surrendered at purchase. Not redeemable for store creditor cash. The Offer may not be combined with any other promotion and has no cash value. It is not valid for previouslypurchased merchandise or gift cards. Any discount (as shown on the receipt) applied to merchandise that is returnedwill be deducted from any refund amount. Customer must present coupon at time of purchase to receive the Offer. Re-productions of the Offer will not be accepted. PVH associates not eligible. Not valid in department stores, Clearancestores, Tommy Hilfiger Specialty stores, or Tommy Hilfiger stores or online at tommy.com. Promo Code:500003536000
Enjoy 10% off your purchase of $100 or more.(see back for details and restrictions)
Enjoy a complimentary order ofBANG BANG SHRIMP®
Enjoy our signature appetizer of tender, crispyshrimp tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce
(with a minimum purchase of $15)See back for details and restrictions.
200 Mill Creek Drive, Secaucus, NJ601 From Road, Paramus, NJ
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Offer valid through 12/31/15 only at the Secaucus Kenneth Cole Outlet store and may be combined with another offer or promotion.Offer not valid at Kenneth Cole Retail Stores, kennethcole.com,the Kenneth Cole Online Outlet or 1800 KEN COLE. Discount istaken at checkout. Select styles are excluded from the offer, whichinclude but are not limited to: clearance, fragrance, AWEARNESSstyles, and gift cards and gift certificate purchases. Offer is subjectto change without notice. Not valid for cash or cash equivalent.Offer not valid on previously purchased merchandise. One timeuse only. Offer is based on merchandise total before taxes. StoreAssociates, enter MLCVB at checkout.
*For dine-in only at any Bonefish Grill location. Minimum purchase requirement is $15. One offer per table.
No photocopies or multiple prints accepted. May not be combined with any other offers. Other restrictions may apply. Expires 12/1/2015
Not valid on specific holidays.
Nautica CouponOffer not valid with any other discount.
One coupon per customer. Not valid on previous purchases.
Tommy Hilfiger CouponLimit one coupon per customer.
Must present at time of purchase to validate offer.
Sightseeing, Travel & Tourism46Statue of Liberty.......................................................(212) 363-3200Liberty Island, Harbor of New JerseyMagnificent sculptured stature, designed by Frederic-AugusteBartholdi and a gift from France, sits overlooking the entrance to theNew Jersey–New York Harbor. Tours, exhibits, museum.Statue Cruises: Provide the ferry and cruises to the Statue of Liberty
Hackensack Riverkeeper (See our ad below)231 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601www.hackensackriverkeeper.org .........................(201) 968-0808An environmental nonprofit organization working to protect, preserveand restore the Hackensack River and the Meadowlands. Offers 2-hourtours on pontoon boats out of Laurel Hill Park in Secaucus. Also operates the only small-boat livery on the Hackensack River, where youcan rent canoes and kayaks.
TRAVEL SERVICES:Ardis Travel (E. Rutherford) ..........................................(973) 939-9135Carnival Cruise Lines ....................................................(973) 962-0884www.carnival.comPapa’s Travel Store (Secaucus) ......................................(201) 348-2242Entertainment Cruises (Spirit I Bateaux New York)(Chelsea Piers, Manhattan and Lincoln Harbor, Weehawken)To learn more, visit www.EntertainmentCruises.comPier 62, West 23rd St., Suite 200 .....................Phone: (646) 358-3115New York, NY 10011 .............................................Fax: (212) 727-7738Travel Meadows (Secaucus) ..........................................(201) 348-3400Travel Network (Rutherford) ........................................(201) 804-8223
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:New Jersey Office of Travel and Tourism ...................(609) 292-2470www.visitnj.com.............................................................1-800VISITNJHackensack Recreation Dept. ......................................(201) 646-8042Hudson County Dept. of Parks & Recreation .............(201) 915-1386Bergen County Dept. of Parks & Recreation ..............(201) 336-7275
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Richard W. DeKorte Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(201) 460-1700DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst, NJ www.njmeadowlands.govVisitors walking DeKorte Park’s trails can see native plants, birds and otherwildlife thriving in a recovered urban ecosystem, with the Manhattan skylineas a backdrop. The NJMC offers a handy free trail guide to help you plan yourvisit. The guide is available in the park’s Environment Center.
Walks, Talks, Boat Rides And More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(201) 460-1700The Meadowlands District www.njmeadowlands.govThe NJMC hosts bird walks, pontoon boat and canoe trips, lectures, and otheractivities throughout the year. More than 280 species of birds – including manyon the New Jersey threatened and endangered species lists – can be found inthe Meadowlands, including peregrine falcons, savannah sparrows, nightherons and ospreys. Check out the NJMC Nature Blog at www.meadowblog.net for timely updates and to sign up for twice-monthly bird walks. To partic-ipate in our spring and summer boat and canoe tours, visit www.njmeadow-lands.gov/environment/tours.html, or call 201.460.4640.
William D. McDowell Observatory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(201) 460-8300 3 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst, NJ . . www.njmeadowlands.gov/ec. Come see the stars at the NJMC’s William D. McDowell Observatory. Free publicviewing nights are held on Monday and Wednesday evenings excluding holidays. The observatory, which opened in 2007, features a state-of-the-arttelescope with a 20-inch-diameter lens, making it one of the largest telescopesin Northern New Jersey. Hours vary by season and are subject to weather conditions; updated information and details on likely sightings are posted onthe MEC’s website listed above.
Laurel Hill County Park, SecaucusThis 2.5-acre Hudson County park on the east bank of the Hackensack River ishome to Snake Hill or Fraternity Rock, the highest point in the Meadowlands.It is also home to a public boat launch, ballfields, children’s playgrounds andthe Hackensack Riverkeeper Paddling Center where canoes and kayaks can berented from April through October. Paddlers can explore the Sawmill CreekWildlife Management Area, a marshland filled with wildlife, directly across theriver. For info on the Paddling Center, call (201) 968-0808 or (201) 920-4746.
Liberty State Park, Jersey City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(201) 915-3400Park offering picnic facilities, a swimming pool, the Central Railroad of NewJersey Terminal, nature trails, a nature center and Liberty Walk, a 1 1/2 milepromenade along the Hudson River and seasonal ferry service to Ellis Islandand the Statue of Liberty. www.state.nj.us
Lincoln State Park, Jersey City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(201) 915-1385273 acres. Oldest and largest of the county’s parks. Over 123 acres of undevel-oped land & wildlife. Visitors can enjoy a lake and two ponds. Park featuressport fields, a running track and a cross country course.
Overpeck County Park, Leonia, Palisades Park, Ridgefield Park and Teaneck . . . . . . . .(973) 875-5800Bergen County’s largest recreational venue is the New Overpeck County Parkcovering over 805 acres. The newly constructed state-of-the-art Palisades ParkSportsplex, the Bergen Equestrian Center, athletic fields and tracks, picnic andfishing areas, children’s playground, canoe/kayak launch into Overpeck Creek,grass amphitheatre, observation decks and 5 miles of walking/jogging trailsmake this park an attractive option for local residents.
Schmidt’s Wood, SecaucusPark offering picnic grounds, swings for children, access to the pool & probablythe best place for rest & relaxation anytime. These woods are also a wonderfulsanctuary for all types of beautiful birds.
MUSEUMSAmerican Family Immigration History Center—Ellis IslandOfficial site for Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Foundation. Containing manifests of 25 million immigrants, passengers andcrew who entered NY Harbor between 1892-1924.
Aviation Hall of Fame and MuseumTeterboro, NJ www.njahof.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 288-6344Official aviation museum for the state of New Jersey. Dedicatedto the preservation of the Garden State’s distinguished two-century aviation and space heritage.
Hoboken Historical Museum . . . . . . www.hobokenmuseum.org
Lambert Castle Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 247-00853 Valley Road, Paterson, NJ www.lambertcastle.org1892 brownstone features period rooms, changing exhibits, library and archives.
Liberty Science Center (See our ad page 50)Recorded line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 200-1000222 Jersey City Boulevard, Jersey City, NJGroup Sales: Mary McDonald. . . (201) 253-1214 or (201)[email protected] www.lsc.orgVisit 12 exhibit galleries and enjoy live science programs all day. Seethe Tesla Lightning Show and visit cute monkeys. Then step onto theInfinity Climber 20 feet above the floor, and climb to 35 feet – if youdare!
Little Red School House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 804-2513Corner of Riverside and Fern Avenues, LyndhurstBuilt in 1804, this one-room schoolhouse was Meadowlands firstschool. Open second and fourth Sunday of each month, 2–4pm orby appointment for group tours.
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Meadowlands Environment Center and Museum2 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst, NJ. . . . . . . . . . . (201) 460-8300Explore our thriving urban salt marsh and the wonders of the Meadowlands in our new interactive learning center. Center includes a 1000-gallon tank salt marsh diorama, Flyway Galleryand breathtaking view from the Marsh Pavilion. The center is abarrier-free facility. For schedule of events visit our website atwww.njmeadowlands.gov.
Meadowlands Museum (See our ad page 50) . . . . . . (201) 935-1175East Rutherford, NJ www.meadowlandsmuseum.orgAntique games and toys, NJ rocks & minerals. Pre-electric kitchenand changing exhibits of local history interest.
The Newark Museum (See our ad above) . . . . . . . . . (973) 596-655049 Washington Street – Newark’s Downtown/Arts District80 innovative galleries offering visitors of all ages the opportu-nity to encounter world-class art and science collections that areentertaining, engaging and fun! Highlights include renownedAmerican and Tibetan collections, The Ballantine House–Victorianmansion, Planetarium, Museum Cafe & Shop. On-site parking. MoreInformation: (973) 596-6550 or www. NewarkMuseum.org
New Jersey Center for Visual Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . (908) 273-9121Summit, NJ www.njcva.orgExhibitions and art education programs.
NJ Naval Museum/USS Ling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 342-3268Hackensack, NJ www.njnm.com World War 11 Submarine, park and museum.
The Paterson Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (973) 881-38742 Market Street, Paterson, NJ www.thepatersonmuseum.orgExhibit detailing Paterson’s role as the nation’s first planned Industrial city, includes photographs, locomotives, and artwork.
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WOW Museum – World of Wings Butterfly Museum (Teaneck, NJ)
Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center . . . . . . . . . (973) 655-23788 Quarry Road, Little Falls, NJ 07424 yogiberramuseum.org
HISTORIC SITESBurr-Hamilton Duel Site Hamilton Park, Weehawken, NJThis site was the scene of a famous and historical pistol duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton.
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Central Railroad TerminalLiberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 915-3400Located in Liberty State Park, the CRRNJ terminal is where immi-grants, after being welcomed by the Statue of Liberty andprocessed through Ellis Island, purchased tickets and boardedtrains to take them throughout the U.S.
Colonial Cemetery Washington Avenue, Carlstadt, NJ Burial spot of some of the earliest settlers like the “Outwaders”and the “Cedar Forests.”
Ellis Island—Part of The Statue of LibertyHarbor of New Jersey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (212) 363-3200A national musuem of immigration. On display are artifacts and photographs of the stories of those immigrants who passedthrough.
Historic New Bridge LandingHNBL, 1201 Main St., River Edge, NJ. . . . . . . . . . . (201) 343-9492bergencountyhistory.orgBergen County’s Premier Historic Site. American Revolutionary WarBattleground. Three Jersey-Dutch Sandstone Houses including theSteuben House, barn, tavern, BCHS collections, gift shop & out-kitchen. Open for events.
For Information Contact:Bergen County Office of Cultural & Historical Affairswww.co.bergen.nj.us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 336-7274
Hudson County Division of Cultural & Heritage Affairs www.hudsoncountynj.org/dept/tourism . . . . . . . (201) 459-2070
Flat Rock Brook Nature Center443 Van Nostrand, Englewood, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 567-1265150 acre preserve and educational center.
Meadowlands and More Birding and Wildlife Trails www.njwildlifetrails.org
New Jersey Audubon SocietyScherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924(908) 766-5787 www.njaudubon.org
NJMC Meadowlands Environment Center and William D. McDowell Observatory (See our ad page 52) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 460-8300DeKorte Park, Lyndhurst, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 460-1700DeKorte Park is open 7 days a week from dawn to dusk. The Environment Center is open Monday through Friday from 8 amto 4 pm. The New Jersey Meadowlands Commission (NJMC) offersyear-round educational programming that highlights the naturalbeauty of the Meadowlands region. Since 1969, the NJMC hasoverseen a remarkable transformation of the 30.4-square-mileMeadowlands District from an area scarred by illegal garbagedumping and neglect into a unique urban wetlands. Explore thevibrant salt marshes and wonders of the Meadowlands in our interactive learning center and throughout DeKortePark. TheMeadowlands Environment Center also includes the FlywayGallery and breathtaking views from the Marsh Pavilion. The Center is a handicapped-accessible facility. The William D.McDowell Observatory offers free public viewing, please checkour website. The Observatory features a research-grade telescopewith a 20-inch mirror housed under a six meter retractable dome.Public viewing times vary by season. For a schedule of events, visitour website at www.njmeadowlands.gov.
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ulated state in the nation, planners have carved out a 13,000-acre preserve. Used by 260 species of birds as a permanent home and migratory resting
stop and enjoyed by millions of visitors each year, the preserved open spacein the Meadowlands Liberty Region represent a one-of-a-kind ecotourismexperience. No other destination in the world offers access to such an ex-pansive and dynamic coastal wetland AND such an amazing array of culture,dining, shopping, entertainment and historical landmarks.
Captain Bill of the Hackensack Riverkeeper organization will be happyto take you on a guided tour unlike anything you will have seen before. Sitback, relax and enjoy a ride into creeks teeming with fiddler crabs, diamond-back terrapin turtles, and keep an eye out for the endangered NorthernHarrier, Yellow-crowned Night Heron and Osprey. Or, feel free to explorethe region on your own.
Take the time to visit Liberty State Park and the Meadowlands Environ-ment Center, a great place to learn about the natural environment of theMeadowlands. Learn how to do your part to preserve our natural resourcesand most of all enjoy their beauty and serenity.
Where to stay, eat, play, shopwww.mlcvb.com
www.stayinthemeadowlands.com
New Jersey Campground (See our ad on page 2)Stay at a New Jersey Campground and enjoy the great outdoors. For a NewJersey Campground and RV Park Guide, email: [email protected], or writeto NJCOA, PO Box 808, Marmora, NJ 08223 or call 1-800-222-6765. You canalso visit www.newjerseycampgrounds.com.
AW Van Winkle & Co. (See our ad below)
2 Station Square, Rutherford, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (201) 939-0500 4th Generation residential and commercial real estate brokeragefirm located in Rutherford. A W Van Winkle is a real estate agencywith licensed real estate professionals. Whether you are buying orselling a property, A W Van Winkle & Co. is qualified to help.
Frank’s GMC www.FranksGMC.netFrank’s Truck Center, Inc. www.FranksTruckCenter.com325 Orient Way, Lyndhurst, NJ(201) 939-7708 Fax: (201) 939-5801Third generation family-run dealership in Lyndhurst since 1937. Anauthorized dealer for GMC, GM Certified Used cars and trucks, HinoDiesel Trucks, Isuzu Trucks, and Freightliner Business Class Trucksthrough our subsidiary, Meadowlands Freightliner. Leasing and Financing. Authorized service provider for Pontac cars. AuthorizedSaturn Parts Dealer. Award winning service department, multi-million dollar parts inventory and state of the art Body Shop (lic#02427A).
Mr. John (see our page 60) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 628-8955200 Smith Street, Keasbey, NJFax: (732) 417-0367 www.tdbank.comMr. John is the region’s leading provider of temporary restroomsrentals and service. Operating from five convenient locations, we offerprompt reliable service to customers throughout NJ, NY, PA and DE.
Fairleigh Dickinson University (See our ad page 63)
1000 River Road, Teaneck, NJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(800) 338-8803Fairleigh Dickinson is New Jersey’s largest private university with locations in Madison and Teaneck. FDU offers nearly 100 career-ori-ented undergraduate and graduate degrees. A global perspectiveis integrated in all programs of study to prepare professionals for achanging world.
OTHER AREA SCHOOLS:Bergen Community College - Meadowlands (Lyndhurst) . .(201) 447-7920
For information or an application:PHONE: 201-692-7171EMAIL: [email protected]
fdu.edu/msa
Master ofSports Administration
Whether you’re already employed in asports-related field or want to enter the industry, Fairleigh Dickinson University’s degree programs in Sports Administrationoffer the credentials you need to advance.
• Convenient campus locations in Teaneckand Madison, plus online options
• Tailored tracks to meet your career goals
• Professional networking and internships
• Combined B.A./M.S.A. program available
Includes an All-Online Option
FAIRLEIGH DICKINSON UNIVERSITY
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THEATERActors Shakespeare Company www.ascnj.org
Arthouse Productions arthouseproductions.org
Bergen (PAC) Performing Arts Center (201) 816-8160Englewood, NJ www.bergenpac.org Box Office: (201) 227-1030
Black Maria Film Festival www.blackmariafilmfestival.org
The Center for Performing Arts at DeBaun Auditoriumwww.debaun.org/cgi-bin/index.php
Hudson Shakespeare Company (201) 865-1436hudsonshakespeare.orgWeehawken, NJ. Outstanding indoor/outdoor theater at venues in NJ andall over the tri-state area. Free Shakespeare in the Park series in summer.
Kennedy Dancers www.kennedydancers.org
Loew’s Jersey Historic Movie Palace www.loewsjersey.org
Meadowlands Sports Complex (201) 935-3900www.meadowlands.comE. Rutherford, NJ. Site of concerts, sports & special events.
New Jersey Ballet Company (973) 597-9600www.newjerseyballet.orgLIvingston, NJ. Presenting more than 60 performances annually in NewJersey and out of state. Check website for schedule.
Flyway Gallery/Meadowlands Environment Center2 DeKorte Park Plaza, Lyndhurst, NJ (201) 460-8300www.njmeadowlands.govExhibits by local artists focusing on nature and the environment are ondisplay monthly at the NJMC’s Flyway Gallery in the Meadowlands Envi-ronment Center (MEC). Children can explore the sights and sounds of theMeadowlands at the MEC’s interactive Discovery Station, which featuresa 3D view of the Meadowlands throughout history.
NJ Performing Arts Center (888) GO-NJPACwww.njpac.org1 Center Street, Newark, NJ. National & international artists. Two theaters.
Newark Symphony Hall (973) 643-84681020 Broad Street, Newark, NJNJ’s largest and oldest showcase for the arts, education and enter-tainment programming. Silent firms, jazz and other music concerts,comedy, children’s theater, Broadway-style entertainment.
Park Performing Arts Center (201) 865-6980www.parkpac.orgUnion City, NJ. Offering theater, dance, symphony, jazz, and children’s events yearround.
Williams Center for the Arts (201) 939-6969www.williamscenter.comRutherford, NJ. Presents musicals, dance, orchestral performances, andchildren’s theater.
MUSICAttic Ensemble www.atticensemble.org
Garden State Academy of Music (201) 933-5454East Rutherford. Non-profit music school serving children and adultsin the Meadowlands.
NJ State Opera (973) 623-5775Newark, NJ. Grand opera performed statewide.
NJ Symphony Orchestra (800) 255-3476Newark, NJ. This outstanding group performs statewide.
DANCEGarden State Ballet School (201) 939-339828 Glen Road, Rutherford
HOSPITALS:Hackensack University Medical Center (See our ad back cover)
30 Prospect Avenue, Hackensack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(201) 996-2000www.humc.com775-bed teaching and research hospital affiliated with the Universityof Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. One of the largest providersof healthcare services in the nation, HUMC offers patients the mostcomprehensive services, state-of-the-art technologies, and facilities. A leader in providing the highest quality patient-centered care, the medical center has been recognized for performance excellenceencompassing the entire spectrum of hospital quality and service issues. Honors include being named one of America’s 50 Best Hospitalsby HealthGrades® for four years in a row. HealthGrades also namedHUMC a Distinguished Hospital for Clinical Excellence™ for the ninthconsecutive year. This prestigious distinction places HUMC among thetop five percent of hospitals nationwide for clinical performance.HUMC is the hometown hospital of the New York Football Giants.