Meet Jerry From 'Parks And Recreation' In Ridgewood
Jerry/Garry/Terry/Barry/Larry Gergich is making the trek from Pawnee to Bergen County.
Jim O'Heir, who played the hard-luck character on the acclaimed sitcom "Parks and Recreation," is signing copies of his new book "Welcome to Pawnee: Stories of Friendship, Waffles, and Parks and Recreation," at Bookends in Ridgewood on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m.
O'Heir takes people behind the scenes of the show, featuring never-before-told stories and interviews with the cast, including Chris Pratt, Retta and Rob Lowe, and tales of epic dance-offs in the hair and makeup trailers to iconic birthday partie…
Meet Actor Tim Matheson, Star Of 'Animal House', 'West Wing' In Ridgewood
Tim Matheson, who starred in the comedy classic "Animal House" is ready to tell his story.
Matheson is signing copies of his new book, "Damn Glad to Meet You" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m.
In his seven-decade career, Matheson has worked in both movies and TV, and tells stories about working with Lucille Ball, Dick Van Dyke, Steven Spielberg, and Aaron Sorkin, according to a synopsis.
Matheson also talks about how he transitioned from acting to directing and his time on "The West Wing" according to a synopsis.
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Meet Michael Ray Richardson, Who Played For Knicks, Nets, In Ridgewood
Michael Ray Richardson was a four-time NBA All Star who starred for the Knicks and Nets before being banned for drug use, starting him on a road to redemption.
Richardson is signing copies of his new book "Banned: How I Squandered an All-Star NBA Career Before Finding My Redemption," at Bookends in Ridgewood on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 6 p.m.
On the Knicks, Richardson led the league in assists and steals, and made the All-Defensive team twice, while also playing for the Nets and Warriors.
In 1986, Richardson was banned from the NBA for repeated drugs and alcohol violations. Richardson played fo…
Meet James 'Murr' Murray From 'Impractical Jokers' In Northvale
Murr is known for his hilarious jokes on "Impractical Jokers." But now he's becoming a bestselling novelist.
James Murray a.k.a. Murr is signing copies of his new book, "You Better Watch Out: A Thriller" at Books and Greetings in Northvale on Thursday, Oct. 24 at 6 p.m.
The book, set during the holidays, focuses on Jessica Kane, who wakes up with blurred vision, ears ringing, and in excruciating pain, according to a synopsis. A gash in her head and blood running down her face, the last thing she remembers is going for a run and something or someone hitting her in the head, according to a sy…
Meet Matty Matheson From Hit Show 'The Bear' In Ridgewood
As an actor, producer and chef, Matty Matheson wears many hats. The multi-hyphenate is now bringing his author talents to Bergen County.
Matheson, who stars and executive produces "The Bear," will be signing copies of his new cookbook, "Matty Matheson: Soups, Salads, Sandwiches: A Cookbook" at Bookends in Ridgewood on Thursday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m.
The cookbook is designed to revolutionize how you think about the kitchen basics, with recipes like giant meatball soup in beefy tomato broth, griddled salami panzanella salad; and a sandwich with banana bread french toast with fried egg, peam…
Meet Whoopi Goldberg In Ridgewood
An EGOT winner is coming to Bergen County.
The legendary actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg, who has won an Emmy, Oscar, Tony and Grammy, will be signing copies of her new book, "Bits and Pieces: My Mother, My Brother and Me," at Bookends in Ridgewood on Thursday May 9, at 5:30 p.m.
Goldberg, a longtime West Orange resident, wrote the book as a tribute to her mother, Emma, and her brother, Clyde, who died in 2010 and 2015, respectively. Goldberg tells stories about trips to Coney Island, seeing the Ice Capades and having magical Christmases with her family, despite the struggles her famil…
