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EPISODE · Sep 18, 2025 · 44 MIN

Exploring Ridgewood Parks & Recreation with Nancy Bigos and Keith Kazmark

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Exploring Ridgewood Parks & Recreation with Nancy Bigos and Keith Kazmark   In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, hosts Jeanne Johnson dives into everything you always wanted to know about our amazing parks, with special guests Village Manager Keith Kazmark and Nancy Bigos, the Ridgewood Director of Parks and Recreation. Discover the initiatives, the passion, and the hard work that Nancy and her team put into maintaining Ridgewood's parks and recreational activities. Hear about upcoming events, ongoing community projects, and the impactful public-private partnerships that enhance life in Ridgewood. Whether you're interested in the town's beautiful parks, community building activities, or learning how to get involved, this episode is packed with valuable insights and future plans for our welcoming village.   00:00 Introduction to Ridgewood Talks 00:24 Meet the Host: Jeanne Johnson 01:16 Today's Guests: Keith Kazmark and Nancy Bigos 02:51 Nancy's Journey in Parks and Recreation 03:07 The Historic Stable and Community Programs 05:29 Katie Fry's Achievement and Summer Job Fair 08:46 Graydon Pool: A Community Gem 15:25 Parks and Recreation Initiatives 22:42 Volunteer-Driven Sports Community 23:19 Field Maintenance and Responsibilities 24:18 Green Team and Earth Day Festival 25:03 Daffodil Festival Highlights 26:12 Fall Festival Evolution 27:14 Holiday Events and Fire and Ice 28:23 Thanksgiving Tradition and Elder Dinner 30:00 Health Barn Partnership 32:54 New Stable at Tabernacle 34:43 Community Gardens and Open Space 37:02 Future Open Space Initiatives 38:55 Conclusion and Gratitude Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay informed about all things Ridgewood, New Jersey! This episode is produced by Ignite Creator Studios, Bergen County’s premier video podcasting & content strategy service!  Ignite Creator Studios: www.ignitecreatorstudios.com   Ridgewood Walks and Talks: www.ridgewoodwalks.com Ridgewood Talks Instagram: www.instagram.com/ridgewood_talks Ridgewood Talks Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/1291013971028083  Hashtags: #RidgewoodNJ #RidgewoodTalks #BergenCountyNJ #RidgewoodNJPodcast #NorthJersey #BergenCountyNews #NJLocalNews #RidgewoodCommunity #BergenCountyEvents #NewJerseyPodcast #BergenCountyUpdates #NJPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exploring Ridgewood Parks & Recreation with Nancy Bigos and Keith Kazmark   In this episode of Ridgewood Talks, hosts Jeanne Johnson dives into everything you always wanted to know about our amazing parks, with special guests Village Manager Keith Kazmark and Nancy Bigos, the Ridgewood Director of Parks and Recreation. Discover the initiatives, the passion, and the hard work that Nancy and her team put into maintaining Ridgewood's parks and recreational activities. Hear about upcoming events, ongoing community projects, and the impactful public-private partnerships that enhance life in Ridgewood. Whether you're interested in the town's beautiful parks, community building activities, or learning how to get involved, this episode is packed with valuable insights and future plans for our welcoming village.   00:00 Introduction to Ridgewood Talks 00:24 Meet the Host: Jeanne Johnson 01:16 Today's Guests: Keith Kazmark and Nancy Bigos 02:51 Nancy's Journey in Parks and Recreation 03:07 The Historic Stable and Community Programs 05:29 Katie Fry's Achievement and Summer Job Fair 08:46 Graydon Pool: A Community Gem 15:25 Parks and Recreation Initiatives 22:42 Volunteer-Driven Sports Community 23:19 Field Maintenance and Responsibilities 24:18 Green Team and Earth Day Festival 25:03 Daffodil Festival Highlights 26:12 Fall Festival Evolution 27:14 Holiday Events and Fire and Ice 28:23 Thanksgiving Tradition and Elder Dinner 30:00 Health Barn Partnership 32:54 New Stable at Tabernacle 34:43 Community Gardens and Open Space 37:02 Future Open Space Initiatives 38:55 Conclusion and Gratitude Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to stay informed about all things Ridgewood, New Jersey! This episode is produced by Ignite Creator Studios, Bergen County’s premier video podcasting & content strategy service!  Ignite Creator Studios: www.ignitecreatorstudios.com   Ridgewood Walks and Talks: www.ridgewoodwalks.com Ridgewood Talks Instagram: www.instagram.com/ridgewood_talks Ridgewood Talks Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/1291013971028083  Hashtags: #RidgewoodNJ #RidgewoodTalks #BergenCountyNJ #RidgewoodNJPodcast #NorthJersey #BergenCountyNews #NJLocalNews #RidgewoodCommunity #BergenCountyEvents #NewJerseyPodcast #BergenCountyUpdates #NJPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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