BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Puffin Cultural Forum - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Puffin Cultural Forum X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Puffin Cultural Forum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260127T190235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191844Z UID:10000171-1777053600-1777053600@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:SPEAK April: Writer’s Workshop & Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n S.P.E.A.K. is back for April\, and will be hosting another writer’s workshop followed by an open mic night! \n\nAt 6:00PM: Writer’s Workshop\nWORKSHOP IS ONLY OPEN TO THE FIRST 15 SIGNUPS!\nWriters are invited to share a piece they are working on\, and provide feedback to each other as they edit their chosen piece. \n\nAt 7:00PM: Open Mic\nPerform your writing\, poetry\, prose\, or rap at the Open Mic! Performances will be recorded\, but you may opt out of being recorded when you sign up.\n\nInterested writers and poets can sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic by emailing their name\, contact info\, and whether they’d like to opt out of being recorded to: herhymeswithme@gmail.com \nPLEASE NOTE: Writers who email Toney to sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic must still make a reservation! \n– \nSuggested Donation: $5\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 4/23 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n– \nABOUT S.P.E.A.K.: \nPuffin’s monthly poetry series\, S.P.E.A.K. (Sharing Poetic Expressions\, Art\, & Knowledge)\, is hosted by MC and poet Toney Jackson. He guides novices\, veteran spitters\, and professional wordsmiths alike in an evening of intimacy\, creativity\, and positivity like no other. This event is open to aspiring poets as well as listeners! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/speak-april-writers-workshop-open-mic-2/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Literary Arts,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SPEAK-APRIL-2026-IG-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260401T005658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T181506Z UID:10000183-1776538800-1776538800@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Teaneck Community Chorus: A Star is Born DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n The Teaneck Community Chorus returns to the Puffin Cultural Forum to present A Star is Born\, a concert that will showcase the talents of young singers from Teaneck public and private schools\, as well as highlight some of the Chorus’s popular selections from its varied repertoire. \nThe Teaneck Community Chorus was created over 25 years ago to honor and celebrate the racial and cultural diversity in our community and to further unity\, equity\, and inclusion. With the support of the Puffin Foundation\, the Bergen County Commission of Cultural and Historic Affairs\, and scores of individual donors\, the Chorus continues to sing out joyfully to promote compassion\, justice\, and peace. \n– \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 4/16 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Sogno di Volare\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_81587d7e7f1491477632288edf93c2deTitle\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/teaneck-community-chorus-a-star-is-born/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Vocal Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PCF26_TeaneckCommunityChorusAStarisBorn_IGFlyer-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260106T161820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T155138Z UID:10000162-1775847600-1775847600@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Martin Wind's Gravity Trio: “September” Album Release ft. Glenn Zaleski DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Jazz bassist and longtime Teaneck resident Martin Wind celebrates the 30th anniversary of his move to the United States with the release of his new album September at the Puffin Cultural Forum. He will be joined by two exceptional German musicians: Peter Weniger on tenor saxophone and Jonas Burgwinkel on drums. \nThe trio’s debut album Gravity (2023\, Laika Records) was celebrated internationally; the legendary Down Beat Magazine drew comparisons to Sonny Rollins’ legendary Way Out West. \nTheir special guest will be pianist Glenn Zaleski\, who’s been one of the rising stars of the international jazz scene over the past years\, playing with saxophonist Melissa Aldena and vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant\, among others. \nBorn in Flensburg\, Germany\, Martin Wind is among the most accomplished German jazz musicians working in the United States today. Known for his warm tone\, lyrical phrasing\, and stylistic breadth\, Wind is equally active as a soloist\, composer\, and sought-after sideman. He has performed and recorded with artists such as Mstislav Rostropovich\, John Scofield\, Pat Metheny\, Ken Peplowski\, Anat Cohen\, Philip Catherine\, Michael Brecker\, Ann Hampton Callaway\, and Sting\, and has contributed to numerous film soundtracks including True Grit\, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty\, and Gemini Man. As member of the Kennedy Center Honors Orchestra\, he has also appeared with world stars Aretha Franklin\, John Legend\, James Taylor\, Reneé Fleming\, and Herbie Hancock. As leader and co-leader\, Wind has released more than 30 albums\, among them Turn Out the Stars – Music Written or Inspired by Bill Evans (2014)\, My Astorian Queen (2021)\, and New York Bass Quartet – Air (2022)\, which DB Magazine heralded as “a bass manifesto.” Wind has received numerous honors\, including the Cultural Award of Schleswig-Holstein\, the Cognac Hennessy/Blue Note Jazz Award\, and a top placement at the 1995 Thelonious Monk Bass Competition in Washington\, D.C. \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 4/9 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n JazzBaltica 2023: Martin Wind Gravity Trio & Philip Catherine\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_6a78163b5e541267065d69fe772249d0Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/martin-winds-gravity-trio-september-album-release-ft-glenn-zaleski/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Jazz Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PCF26_MartinWindGravityTrio_IGFlyer-10.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260127T185454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T022944Z UID:10000170-1774634400-1774634400@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:SPEAK March: Writer’s Workshop & Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n S.P.E.A.K. is back for March\, and will be hosting another writer’s workshop followed by an open mic night! \n\nAt 6:00PM: Writer’s Workshop\nWORKSHOP IS ONLY OPEN TO THE FIRST 15 SIGNUPS!\nWriters are invited to share a piece they are working on\, and provide feedback to each other as they edit their chosen piece.\nAt 7:00PM: Open Mic\nPerform your writing\, poetry\, prose\, or rap at the Open Mic! Performances will be recorded\, but you may opt out of being recorded when you sign up.\n\nInterested writers and poets can sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic by emailing their name\, contact info\, and whether they’d like to opt out of being recorded to: herhymeswithme@gmail.com \nPLEASE NOTE: Writers who email Toney to sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic must still make a reservation! \n– \nSuggested Donation: $5\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 3/26 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n– \nABOUT S.P.E.A.K.: \nPuffin’s monthly poetry series\, S.P.E.A.K. (Sharing Poetic Expressions\, Art\, & Knowledge)\, is hosted by MC and poet Toney Jackson. He guides novices\, veteran spitters\, and professional wordsmiths alike in an evening of intimacy\, creativity\, and positivity like no other. This event is open to aspiring poets as well as listeners! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/speak-march-writers-workshop-open-mic-2/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Literary Arts,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/NEW-SPEAK-March-2026-IG-Flyer-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260108T164440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T170816Z UID:10000165-1774467000-1774467000@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:“The Tallest Dwarf” Film Screening (ONLINE) DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Join us for our online screening of The Tallest Dwarf\, presented through the continued partnership between TIFF\, Puffin Cultural Forum\, PBS\, and Indie Lens Pop-Up\, a neighborhood series that brings people together for film screenings and community-driven conversations. \nFilm screening is ONLINE AND FREE\, but registration is required. \n— \nThe Tallest Dwarf \nDirected by Julie Forrest Wyman \nThe Tallest Dwarf follows filmmaker Julie Forrest Wyman as she searches for her place in the Little People community and unpacks rumors of dwarfism in her own family. Through intimate stories\, creative collaborations\, and archival history\, the film delves into identity and medicine\, asking whether society should change people or the structures that limit them. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-teaneck-international-film-festival-indie-lens-pop-up-series-tickets-1979348584900?aff=oddtdtcreator \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Indie Lens Pop-Up 2025-26 | Sizzle Reel\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_78a07bbcc2fa468cf2a7e23644b667f3Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/the-tallest-dwarf-film-screening-online/ LOCATION:ONLINE\, ONLINE CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IG-Shareable_CTA_The-Tallest-Dwarf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251202T180936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T205221Z UID:10000158-1774195200-1774195200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Hiroya Tsukamoto: Rainshadow DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Experience the spellbinding artistry of Hiroya Tsukamoto\, a Japanese-born master of fingerstyle guitar and evocative storytelling\, as he returns to the Puffin to perform songs from his newest album\, Rainshadow. On this latest project\, Tsukamoto uses his composing and songwriting talents to hone in on crafting compelling\, memorable\, and singable melodies. He writes\, “Through this record\, I hope you will find some melodies that resonate with you and that you end up humming in your daily life.” \nRecognized for his dizzyingly agile fingerpicking and his soulful performances\, Tsukamoto invites audiences into his world of musical exploration and emotional expression. Come witness a performer who has been celebrated for his “delicate\, fluid\, and beautifully detailed” style (Acoustic Guitar magazine)\, and for his ability to take listeners on an “impressionistic journey” (Boston Herald). \nTsukamoto\, an alumnus of Berklee College of Music\, has been recognized for his talents on stages such as Blue Note in New York City\, Japanese National Television (NHK)\, International Storytelling Center\, and United Nations. He scored second place at the International Fingerstyle Guitar Championship in 2018 and 2022. \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 3/19 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Artist Sessions: Hiroya Tsukamoto w/ Bourgeois OMC DB Sig. – Dark Forest Ancient Cypress & Ziricote\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_d7c1dc783dda1789e2d2e48412fb012bTitle\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/hiroya-tsukamoto-rainshadow/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Music Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Hiroya-RAINSHADOW-IG-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260209T173832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T235532Z UID:10000175-1774119600-1774119600@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Staged Reading: In Equal Measure DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Please join us for a staged reading of In Equal Measure\, a play about a father grappling with his son’s death at the hands of police and the emotional and moral fallout when accountability does not come. The reading will be followed by a facilitated communal discussion with invited panelists\, focused on the themes of the play and their resonance in the current social and political climate. \nContent Advisory: \nThis staged reading includes references to police violence\, racial injustice\, and traumatic loss. Although minimally staged\, the material contains emotionally intense content that may be distressing for some viewers. \nSynopsis: \nIn Equal Measure is more than a visceral thriller; it is a mirror held up to a fractured society. When a law-abiding Black teenager is killed by police and the officer is exonerated\, the victim’s father makes a harrowing choice to trade his humanity for a receipt in blood. \nIn his pursuit of “an eye for an eye\,” he discovers that vengeance is a debt his heart cannot fully repay. As the line between justice and retribution collapses\, the story forces us to confront a haunting reality: when the systems meant to protect us fail\, who truly bears the cost? \nThis provocative drama examines one man’s descent into violence and the systemic failures that make his choices legible. It is a stark exploration of accountability\, communal grief\, and the devastating consequences that ripple when harm goes unrepaired. \n– \nDerek W. Wright (Playwright) is a retired NYPD 1st Grade Detective turned playwright & NYU-trained screenwriter. He is the creator of the award-winning film When the Dust Settles and the 2025 play In Equal Measure. From the precinct to the stage—he tells stories with grit and heart. \nRichard E. Waits (Actor & Coordinating Artist) is a veteran multidisciplinary performer who has appeared on Broadway and internationally and made his Metropolitan Opera debut in Bellini’s I Puritani. \nAlexandra Foucard is a Broadway actress whose credits include Fantine in Les Misérables\, Adelaide in the 50th Anniversary of Guys and Dolls\, Pansy in House of Flowers\, and Patricia in Richard Greenberg’s The Perplexed. A Grammy® nominee and NAACP Image Award winner\, she is the creator of Momfia and currently stars in QueenDom PI. \nMia del Giudice is a New York City-based actress\, whose recent credits include Malikah in the dramatic feature Gazelle\, and Laina in the independent short film Wide White Walls. When Mia isn’t on camera\, she enjoys working in pet care\, traveling\, and film photography. She is represented by Fire Starter Entertainment Talent Agency. \n– \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 3/19 at 5PM)\nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/staged-reading-in-equal-measure/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Theater ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/InEqualMeasure_IGFlyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260105T165605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T214546Z UID:10000161-1773590400-1773590400@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Alexander Chaplinskiy & Zoya Gramagin: Dedication to the Muse DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n In celebration of Women’s History Month\, Spotlight Artists’ Alexander Chaplinskiy (piano) and Zoya Gramagin (soprano) present Dedication to the Muse\, a classical and opera concert that honors women as sources of inspiration\, and features iconic female figures who have shaped musical history. The program brings to life unforgettable heroines such as Carmen and Mimì\, and renditions of famous American songs about love and life. \n“…a rockstar Russian pianist” (Operawire)\, Alexander Chaplinskiy is also a chorus master\, conductor\, music arranger\, and coach. He is renowned for his dynamic performances and dedication to contemporary and Ukrainian music. Chaplinskiy has graced stages internationally\, including a performance at Carnegie Hall as a finalist in the Forte International Music Competition. Notably\, he conducted the Russian premieres of Steve Reich’s Eight Lines and Tehillim. In the U.S.\, Chaplinskiy continues to perform\, coach\, and direct music projects including the educational project he curates\, Music Journeys. \nZoya Gramagin is a soprano celebrated for her expressive warmth\, stylistic versatility\, and deep musical sensitivity. Her repertoire spans opera\, art song\, and contemporary vocal works. Known for her nuanced phrasing and clear\, luminous tone\, Gramagin brings both intimacy and dramatic presence to the stage\, engaging audiences through thoughtful interpretation and emotional honesty. Her previous roles include Manon in Manon Lesacaut\, Liza in The Queen of Spades\, Mimi in La Boheme\, and Tatyana in Eugene Onegin. \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 3/12 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Alexander Chaplinskiy at the Klavierhaus\, 2025\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_e849c92661d0fdb5bb25df9e554ea75dTitle\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Zoya Gramagin as Rusalka in Spotlight Artists’ production\, 2020\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_ffa99c57eca1ee93b7a1e451b22aa2c0Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/spotlight-artists-dedication-to-the-muse/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Music Concert,Vocal Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/AlexanderZoya_DedicationtotheMuse_IGFlyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T163000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260116T205004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180427Z UID:10000167-1772973000-1772987400@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:NEW DATE: Salsa by the Creek ft. Maria Raquel Trio DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n UPDATE 3/2: This event was previously postponed due to a snowstorm\, and will now be taking place THIS SUNDAY\, MARCH 8! \n– \nThe Puffin Cultural Forum is proud to partner with Teaneck Creek Conservancy to present their 25th Anniversary benefit event\, Salsa by the Creek! \nThe afternoon will feature an exciting performance by Latin Jazz & Salsa group\, The Maria Raquel Trio. Led by Colombian singer Maria Raquel\, known for her powerful voice and international acclaim\, the trio also features Latin Grammy-winning pianist César Orozco and Grammy-nominated percussionist Pablo Bencid. Together\, they blend vibrant Latin jazz rhythms with soulful melodies to create a captivating musical experience. \nPlus\, our VIP guests will enjoy a private salsa lesson with Marielys Molina\, a Broadway dancer who has performed with stars like Beyoncé and Jon Batiste\, bringing her dynamic energy and expert instruction to the dance floor! \nEmpanadas\, a salsa bar\, cheese\, crackers\, wine\, sangria\, Mexican spiced hot chocolate\, and Mexican sodas will all be available for purchase. All proceeds directly support the Teaneck Creek Conservancy’s mission and programs. \nTicket types:\n\nGeneral Admission: $35\n\n1:30PM: Enjoy The Maria Raquel Trio!\nIncludes 1 appetizer and 1 drink.\n\n\n\n\nVIP Experience: $75 (ONLY 12 AVAILABLE)\n\n12:30 PM: Enjoy an intimate 30-minute salsa lesson with Broadway dancer\, Marielys Molina!\n1:30 PM: Enjoy The Maria Raquel Trio!\nIncludes 1 appetizer and 1 drink.\n\n\n\nItinerary:\n12:30pm \nSalsa Dance Lesson (Exclusive for VIP ticket holders only)\nMarielys Molina \n12:50pm \nDoors Open for General Admission ticket holders\nRefreshment Sales begin \n1:45pm \nWelcome Remarks \n2:00pm \nMaria Raquel Trio\nFirst set \n2:40pm \nIntermission & Concession \n3:00pm \nMaria Raquel Trio\nSecond set \n3:40pm – 4:30pm \nConcluding Remarks & Concessions \n– \nJoin us for an unforgettable afternoon of music\, dance\, and community spirit as we celebrate a quarter-century of stewardship\, eco-art\, and environmental education! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n CONFESION | MARIA RAQUEL | EL BARRIO SESSIONS\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_c4bf6f60c9e57c6791d7fdc3a728fbcbTitle\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/salsa-by-the-creek-tcc-25th-anniversary-benefit/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Jazz Concert,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-Salsa-Concert-Ticket-Sales.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260202T210931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T182031Z UID:10000173-1772380800-1772380800@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:March Open Stage at the Puffin! DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n The Forum invites YOU to take the stage! We welcome performers from all disciplines—music\, poetry\, dance\, theater\, comedy\, and more. Join us for a FREE celebration of community\, arts\, and culture\, hosted by Teaneck’s very own Poet Laureate\, Scott Pleasants! Snacks and refreshments will be served. \nStage time is limited to 8 minutes. If you’re interested in performing\, please RSVP online or by phone\, AND submit a description of your act along with a demo (if available) to: alee@puffinfoundation.org \nTo RSVP (as a performer or attendee)\, please sign up below. \n– \nFREE\nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call and leave a voicemail before Thurs. 2/26 at 5PM) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/march-open-stage-at-the-puffin-2/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Vocal Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Updated-Open-Stage-flyer-_-March-OS-2026-IG-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260127T181340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T170938Z UID:10000169-1772215200-1772215200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:SPEAK February: Writer’s Workshop & Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n S.P.E.A.K. is back for February\, and will be hosting another writer’s workshop followed by an open mic night! \n\nAt 6:00PM: Writer’s Workshop\nWORKSHOP IS ONLY OPEN TO THE FIRST 15 SIGNUPS!\nWriters are invited to share a piece they are working on\, and provide feedback to each other as they edit their chosen piece.\n\n\nAt 7:00PM: Open Mic\nPerform your writing\, poetry\, prose\, or rap at the Open Mic! Performances will be recorded\, but you may opt out of being recorded when you sign up.\n\nInterested writers and poets can sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic by emailing their name\, contact info\, and whether they’d like to opt out of being recorded to: herhymeswithme@gmail.com \nPLEASE NOTE: Writers who email Toney to sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic must still make a reservation! \n  \nSuggested Donation: $5\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 2/26 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n– \nABOUT S.P.E.A.K.:\nPuffin’s monthly poetry series\, S.P.E.A.K. (Sharing Poetic Expressions\, Art\, & Knowledge)\, is hosted by MC and poet Toney Jackson. He guides novices\, veteran spitters\, and professional wordsmiths alike in an evening of intimacy\, creativity\, and positivity like no other. This event is open to aspiring poets as well as listeners! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/speak-february-writers-workshop-open-mic/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Literary Arts,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SPEAK-FEB-2026-Insta-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260108T163228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T201318Z UID:10000164-1771529400-1771529400@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:“The Inquisitor” Film Screening (IN-PERSON at Barrymore Film Center) DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Join us for our in-person screening of “The Inquisitor” at the Barrymore Film Center\, presented through the continued partnership between TIFF\, Puffin Cultural Forum\, PBS\, and Indie Lens Pop-Up\, a neighborhood series that brings people together for film screenings and community-driven conversations. \nThe Barrymore Film Center is located at 153 Main St.\, Fort Lee\, NJ 07024. Film screening is FREE\, but registration is required. Please note that for this in-person screening\, free reservation tickets must be reserved through BarryFilmCenter.org. \n— \n“The Inquisitor” \nDirected by Angela Tucker \nExplore the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan in The Inquisitor. Jordan was a groundbreaking Texas congresswoman whose sharp intellect and moral clarity transformed U.S. politics. From Nixon’s impeachment to civil rights battles\, her voice demanded accountability\, while she privately faced struggles few ever knew of. \nREGISTER HERE: https://barrymorefilmcenter.easy-ware-ticketing.com/generaladmission/0UTtiEL3zjBQrWV0y4-yuA \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\nIndie Lens Pop-Up 2025-26 | Sizzle Reel\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_3889c5757c463e76f9e6cf3af2facbb9Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/the-inquisitor-film-screening-in-person-at-barrymore-film-center/ LOCATION:Barrymore Film Center\, 153 Main St.\, Fort Lee\, New Jersey\, 07024\, United States CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IG-Shareable_CTA_The-Inquisitor.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260127T163421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T181730Z UID:10000168-1771171200-1771171200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:"Life in the Meadowlands" with Don Torino DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Come listen to author and president of the Bergen County Audubon Society Don Torino as he presents stories from his book\, Life In The Meadowlands. Educational and poetic\, the book documents Torino’s upbringing in the wetlands area of northern New Jersey\, which lies along the Atlantic Flyway\, a major migration route for millions of birds. The Meadowlands have been subject to destruction for a few centuries. But in recent years\, some small sections of it have been rehabilitated. \nTorino says: “Growing up in the Meadowlands was special. It is a time long gone\, that can never be relived again. We will talk about what it was like and how it forever guided my life to this day\, as president of Bergen County Audubon Society. We grew up with nature all around us… there were still farm stands and horse stables\, and fishermen\, trappers\, and hunters were part of the culture. We were in a different world\, almost isolated – and although I did not realize it at the time\, it was a very special place to grow up.” \nLife in the Meadowlands offers insightful views of how each of us impact our world and reminds us of the beauty around us. No matter where you live\, this book will inspire you to take a closer look at the natural world around you and to take better care of it. \nTorino is a sage and tireless environmental leader\, naturalist\, speaker\, and advocate for wildlife and conservation\, particularly within the Meadowlands area. As President of Bergen County Audubon Society\, he helps educate the public on the importance of native plants and wildlife habitats. He has been recognized for his presentations that engage attendees in the natural world and their power to protect it. \nFREE\nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 2/12 at 5PM) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/stories-from-life-in-the-meadowlands-with-don-torino/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/LifeintheMeadowlands_IGFlyer-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251224T022308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T165904Z UID:10000160-1771009200-1771009200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Alan Broadbent & Harvie S Jazz Duo DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Grammy Award-winning New Zealand-born pianist Alan Broadbent and renowned bassist Harvie S invite you to an evening of timeless jazz standards and original compositions\, performed in their distinctive and original style. The duo first met as students at Berklee College of Music\, and they have been recording and performing steadily for over 14 years in duo\, trio\, and large ensemble settings ever since. \nAlan Broadbent is a highly acclaimed jazz pianist\, composer\, and arranger. He is renowned for his work with Charlie Haden’s Quartet West\, Woody Herman\, Natalie Cole\, and Chet Baker\, amongst others. Broadbent’s career has spanned decades\, marked by numerous collaborations and solo projects that showcase his lyrical and melodic approach to jazz. Broadbent has won two Grammy Awards: one for his arrangement of “When I Fall in Love” for Natalie Cole\, and another for his arrangement of Leonard Bernstein’s “Lonely Town” for Shirley Horn. He continues to perform\, record\, and arrange. Broadbent is currently a Professor of Jazz Studies at NYU Steinhardt.  \nHarvie S is a distinguished jazz bassist with a unique style and virtuosic technique\, whose dynamic bass lines and innovative approach to rhythm have earned him widespread acclaim amongst critics and audiences alike. He effortlessly traverses various jazz subgenres\, from traditional to Afro-Cuban\, Brazilian\, and avant-garde. Throughout his illustrious career\, Harvie has recorded with a plethora of jazz luminaries\, including Michael Brecker\, Paquito D’Rivera\, Chick Corea\, Kenny Barron\, John Scofield\, Sheila Jordan\, James Moody\, Yusef Lateef\, and The Manhattan Transfer. He has over 400 recordings as a sideman\, 20 as a co-leader\, and 21 as a bandleader. In addition to performing\, Harvie also teaches at the Manhattan School of Music\, where he has taught since 1982. \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 2/12 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Alan Broadbent and Harvie S – East of the Sun\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_5043c756bf0e543d1376bc9f9c07ba32Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/alan-broadbent-harvie-s-jazz-duo/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Jazz Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PCF26_BroadbentHarvieS_IGFlyer-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260108T160714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T181819Z UID:10000163-1770233400-1770233400@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:“The Librarians” Film Screening (ONLINE) DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Join us for our online screening of The Librarians\, presented through the continued partnership between TIFF\, Puffin Cultural Forum\, PBS\, and Indie Lens Pop-Up\, a neighborhood series that brings people together for film screenings and community-driven conversations. \nFilm screening is ONLINE AND FREE\, but registration is required. \n—- \nThe Librarians \nDirected by Kim A. Snyder \nWhen Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books\, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S.\, librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context\, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life. \nREGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-teaneck-international-film-festival-indie-lens-pop-up-series-tickets-1979348584900?aff=oddtdtcreator  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Indie Lens Pop-Up 2025-26 | Sizzle Reel\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_78a07bbcc2fa468cf2a7e23644b667f3Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/the-librarians-film-screening-online/ LOCATION:ONLINE\, ONLINE CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IG-Shareable_CTA_The-Librarians.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260201T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20260129T141728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T141731Z UID:10000172-1769961600-1769961600@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:February Open Stage at the Puffin! DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n The Forum invites YOU to take the stage! We welcome performers from all disciplines—music\, poetry\, dance\, theater\, comedy\, and more. Join us for a FREE celebration of community\, arts\, and culture\, hosted by Teaneck’s very own Poet Laureate\, Scott Pleasants! Snacks and refreshments will be served. \nStage time is limited to 8 minutes. If you’re interested in performing\, please RSVP online or by phone\, AND submit a description of your act along with a demo (if available) to: alee@puffinfoundation.org \nTo RSVP (as a performer or attendee)\, please sign up below. \n  \nFREE\nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/february-open-stage-at-the-puffin-2/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Vocal Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FEB-2026-Open-Stage-insta-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251223T191223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T154603Z UID:10000159-1769799600-1769799600@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Folk Music with Tamra Hayden DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Singer-songwriter and Broadway alumna Tamra Hayden weaves timeless folk traditions with personal original works in an evening of intimate music. Drawing inspiration from the rich legacy of artists such as Joan Baez\, Tamra Hayden presents a curated selection of classic folk songs alongside her own compositions grounded in clarity of conscience and deep resonance with the song lover in all of us. \nHayden is a celebrated vocalist and multi-instrumentalist whose career spans Broadway\, international touring\, and an expansive body of original\, heart-centered music. Raised in Colorado within a multigenerational musical family\, Hayden developed an early\, intuitive relationship with sound\, learning multiple stringed instruments and beginning to write songs at age 10. Trained in viola and voice\, she earned a degree in vocal performance before appearing on Broadway in Les Misérables and Cabaret\, touring nationally in productions including The Phantom of the Opera\, Fiddler on the Roof\, and Anastasia\, and performing with orchestras across the United States. Alongside her distinguished theater career\, Hayden has released five solo albums generated from folk\, cabaret\, and Celtic traditions\, and continues to create new work rooted in empathy\, presence\, and human connection. Her art is driven by her personal mantra of “peace\, love\, and hilarity.” \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 1/29 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Joan Baez’s “Diamonds And Rust” (Covered by Tamra Hayden)\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_e0a1e5735df4c249e6b6411df699c07cTitle\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/folk-music-with-tamra-hayden/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Music Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Tamra-Hayden-Insta-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251028T173513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T183133Z UID:10000155-1769281200-1769281200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:The Anderson Brothers play Cole Porter DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Called “virtuosos on both clarinet and saxophone” by The New York Times\, the Grammy-winning identical twins and Juilliard graduates Peter and Will Anderson\, with pianist Ehud Asherie\, present the life and music of American composer and songwriter Cole Porter. \nPresented alongside an entertaining narrative of Porter’s life\, the Anderson Brothers Trio will be performing all of his classic songs: “Night & Day\,” “Begin the Beguine\,” “I Get a Kick out of You\,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin\,” “Just One of Those Things\,” “It’s DeLovely\,” and more! \nBorn and raised in Washington D.C.\, the Anderson brothers have headlined at The Blue Note\, Jazz at Lincoln Center\, The Kennedy Center\, New Orleans Jazz Festival\, Feinstein’s 54 Below\, and Garrison Keillor’s Prairie Home Companion. Vanity Fair magazine listed their debut album Correspondence alongside Miles Davis in “Four New Releases to Make You Love Jazz\,” and The Washington Post called their music “imaginatively unfolding in ways that consistently bring a fresh perspective to classic jazz.” Peter and Will received a 2014 Drama Desk nomination for their Off-Broadway Show\, Le Jazz Hot\, and are 2018 Bistro Award winners. They can be heard on the Grammy-winning soundtrack for HBO’s Boardwalk Empire with Vince Giordano & the Nighthawks. \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 1/22 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n The Anderson Brothers – Watch a Live Concert!\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_ae52c3f9d000ed7de30fdf393308eaf3Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/the-anderson-brothers-play-cole-porter/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Jazz Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/The-Anderson-Brothers-Insta-flier.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251028T172518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T171459Z UID:10000154-1769191200-1769191200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:SPEAK January: Writer’s Workshop & Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n S.P.E.A.K. is back for January 2026\, and will be hosting another writer’s workshop followed by an open mic night! \n\nAt 6:00PM: Writer’s Workshop\nWORKSHOP IS ONLY OPEN TO THE FIRST 15 PEOPLE WHO SIGN UP!\nWriters are invited to share a piece they are working on\, and provide feedback to each other as they edit their chosen piece.\n\n\nAt 7:00PM: Open Mic\nPerform your writing\, poetry\, prose\, or rap at the Open Mic! Performances will be recorded\, but you may opt out of being recorded when you sign up.\n\n\nInterested writers and poets can sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic by emailing their name\, contact info\, and whether they’d like to opt out of being recorded to: herhymeswithme@gmail.com \nPLEASE NOTE: Writers who email Toney to sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic must still make a reservation! \nSuggested Donation: $5\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 1/22 at 5PM)\nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \nABOUT S.P.E.A.K.:\nPuffin’s monthly poetry series\, S.P.E.A.K. (Sharing Poetic Expressions\, Art\, & Knowledge)\, is hosted by MC and poet Toney Jackson. He guides novices\, veteran spitters\, and professional wordsmiths alike in an evening of intimacy\, creativity\, and positivity like no other. This event is open to aspiring poets as well as listeners! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/speak-january-writers-workshop-open-mic-2/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Literary Arts,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SPEAK-JAN-2026-Insta-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251104T212340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T150814Z UID:10000156-1768147200-1768147200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Classical Sundays: Christina Sung DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Deeply expressive and musically gifted young pianist Christina D. Sung\, age 15\, will present a performance featuring works by a diverse range of composers\, including Bach\, Beethoven\, Chopin\, Ravel\, Scriabin\, and Shostakovich. This complete cycle of the program explores a variety of musical styles\, from the Baroque and Classical periods\, through Chopin’s romantic passion\, to the dramatic virtuosity in the music of Scriabin and Shostakovich. This Forum recital offers a special preview of the repertoire Christina will perform as an official competitor at the upcoming 2026 Gina Bachauer International Piano Competition\, giving audiences an intimate opportunity to experience her interpretations before she steps onto the international stage. \nMost recently\, Christina has been selected as one of twenty competitors for the 2026 Hilton Head International Piano Competition. She is a recipient of the Chopin Foundation Scholarship and a winner of National YoungArts Award. Christina also won the Steinway & Sons Special Award at the 2024 Kaufman Music Center International Piano Competition. She is a top prize winner at the 2024 Philadelphia International Piano Competition\, and the 2023 and 2024 MTNA National Finals. Christina has claimed First Place in numerous competitions\, including the Grand Prize in the 11th Edition of the ENKOR International Music Competition\, First Prize at the Emory University Young Artist Piano Competition\, and the International Keyboard Odyssiad®. Her performances have aired on Classical 89 FM and ABC4 Television. Christina studies under the tutelage of Puffin crowd favorite\, pianist Charlotte Hu! \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 1/8 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 27 in E minor\, Op. 90\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_6998fd3d05cadaca503ef7e164283796Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/classical-sundays-christina-sung/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Music Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Christina-Sung-Insta-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251028T171934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T161022Z UID:10000153-1767542400-1767542400@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:January Open Stage at the Puffin! DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n The Forum invites YOU to take the stage! We welcome performers from all disciplines—music\, poetry\, dance\, theater\, comedy\, and more. Join us for a FREE celebration of community\, arts\, and culture\, hosted by Teaneck’s very own Poet Laureate\, Scott Pleasants! Snacks and refreshments will be served. \nStage time is limited to 8 minutes. If you’re interested in performing\, please RSVP online or by phone\, AND submit a description of your act along with a demo (if available) to: alee@puffinfoundation.org \nTo RSVP (as a performer or attendee)\, please sign up below. \nFREE\nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call and leave a voicemail before Thurs. 1/1 at 5PM) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/january-open-stage-at-the-puffin/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Music Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/JAN-2026-Open-Stage-insta-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20250924T224010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251025T001335Z UID:10000143-1765652400-1765652400@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Ted Piltzecker Quartet: PEACE VIBES DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Jazz vibraphonist and composer Ted Piltzecker brings his quartet to the Puffin to celebrate the release of his latest album on Origin records\, PEACE VIBES. He will be joined by the superlative talents of Mike Richmond on bass\, Steve Johns on drums\, and special guest Brad Goode on trumpet in a program that is bound to engage both the seasoned jazz listener and any music enthusiast. Come by for a swinging and communicative evening of jazz! \nOn PEACE VIBES\, Thierry De Clemensat of Paris Move writes: “…this album\, steeped in bebop accents and marked by an exceptional attention to detail in its compositions\, cannot leave any listener indifferent. The New York [vibraphonist’s] perfectly measured playing heightens the beauty of the works\, lending them both poise and depth.” \nPiltzecker has eclectic musical interests. He has performed at jazz and percussion festivals and clubs around the globe\, and has engaged with many musical cultures. His seven albums as a leader have been critically acclaimed and influential in both the percussion and jazz worlds. \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS BELOW\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 12/11 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Ted Piltzecker – Vibraphone *\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_5603ece405481753b4da86457e2dac3fTitle\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/ted-piltzecker-quartet-peace-vibes/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Jazz Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ted-Piltzecker-Quartet-ALT-IG-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251002T194941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T160341Z UID:10000149-1765562400-1765562400@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:S.P.E.A.K. December: Writer’s Workshop & Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n S.P.E.A.K. is back for December\, and will be hosting another writer’s workshop followed by an open mic night! \n\nAt 6:00PM: Writer’s Workshop\nWORKSHOP IS ONLY OPEN TO THE FIRST 15 PEOPLE WHO SIGN UP!\nWriters are invited to share a piece they are working on\, and provide feedback to each other as they edit their chosen piece.\n\n\nAt 7:00PM: Open Mic\nPerform your writing\, poetry\, prose\, or rap at the Open Mic! Performances will be recorded\, but you may opt out of being recorded when you sign up.\n\n\nInterested writers and poets can sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic by emailing their name\, contact info\, and whether they’d like to opt out of being recorded to: herhymeswithme@gmail.com \nPLEASE NOTE: Writers who email Toney to sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic must still make a reservation! \n  \nSuggested Donation: $5\nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 12/11 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n  \nABOUT S.P.E.A.K.:\nPuffin’s monthly poetry series\, S.P.E.A.K. (Sharing Poetic Expressions\, Art\, & Knowledge)\, is hosted by MC and poet Toney Jackson. He guides novices\, veteran spitters\, and professional wordsmiths alike in an evening of intimacy\, creativity\, and positivity like no other. This event is open to aspiring poets as well as listeners! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/s-p-e-a-k-december-writers-workshop-open-mic/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Literary Arts,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/SPEAK-DEC-2025-Insta-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251125T003859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T152937Z UID:10000157-1765123200-1765123200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Solidarity Singers of NJ: A Holiday Anti-Fascist Sing-Along! DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Join The Solidarity Singers of The New Jersey Industrial Union Council as they lead the audience in anti-fascist song! Everyone who sings along with them is an honorary Solidarity Singer. Long after this event\, they hope you will keep the song sheet and continue to sing these songs as you work to advance progressive causes. As Pete Seeger used to say\, “a singing movement is a winning movement.” \nThe Solidarity Singers are a street chorus\, not a concert choir. For over thirty years\, they have made countless appearances on picket lines and rallies for labor\, the environment\, peace\, and justice. They strive to lift the spirits of people engaged in struggle and to help them carry on. \nFREE\nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs 12/4 at 5PM) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n “ALL YOU FASCISTS ARE BOUND TO LOSE”\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_2227840b01c990c5c76d59a175837f64Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/solidarity-singers-of-nj-a-holiday-anti-fascist-sing-along/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Vocal Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Solidarity-Singers-of-NJ-Insta-flier.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251002T194251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T150402Z UID:10000148-1765047600-1765047600@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:December Open Stage at the Puffin! DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n The Forum invites YOU to take the stage! We welcome performers from all disciplines—music\, poetry\, dance\, theater\, comedy\, and more. Join us for a FREE celebration of community\, arts\, and culture\, hosted by Teaneck’s very own Poet Laureate\, Scott Pleasants! Snacks and refreshments will be served. \nStage time is limited to 8 minutes. If you’re interested in performing\, please RSVP online or by phone\, AND submit a description of your act along with a demo (if available) to: alee@puffinfoundation.org \nTo RSVP (as a performer or attendee)\, please sign up below. \n  \nFREE\nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs 12/4 at 5PM) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/december-open-stage-at-the-puffin/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Music Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/DEC-2025-Open-Stage-insta-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251001T000638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T154213Z UID:10000147-1763838000-1763838000@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Tim Horner & Allan Bezama: “Moving Forward” Album Release Show DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Join jazz musicians Tim Horner (drummer) and Allan Bezama (guitarist\, and Puffin crowd favorite!) as they celebrate the release of their newest joint album\, Moving Forward! Joined by Steve Wilson on alto & soprano saxophone\, Jim Ridl on piano\, and Noriko Ueda on bass\, the duo will be playing through the suite of their original compositions on the album\, plus a bonus song written by their friend\, the esteemed late guitarist Vic Juris. This record marks Tim’s third studio album as a leader and Allan’s first\, born out of years of mentorship\, fellowship\, and shared performances. From Allan’s time in Tim’s college ensembles to their work together across the NYC metropolitan scene\, the duo has built a musical partnership that balances individuality with unity. Moving Forward highlights both artists’ distinct voices while embracing a shared vision that pushes the genre ahead. \nA Virginia native and graduate of Berklee College of Music\, Tim Horner has played at major venues such as The Village Vanguard\, Birdland\, The Blue Note\, Lincoln Center\, and Dizzy’s Club Coca-Cola. Additionally\, he has worked with a wide range of artists across jazz history\, including Hank Jones\, Clifford Jordan\, Pepper Adams\, Joe Locke\, Randy Brecker\, Vic Juris\, The Village Vanguard Orchestra\, The Maria Schneider Jazz Orchestra\, Frank Kimbrough\, Roseanna Vitro\, Ann Hampton Calloway\, Mark Murphy\, Joe Williams\, Dick Oatts\, Red Rodney\, Mark Sherman\, Ted Rosenthal\, Bill Cunliffe\, and Rufus Reid. Horner has over 250 recordings as a sideman and 3 albums as a bandleader. He has served as Jazz Ambassador for the U.S. State Department five times\, performing and teaching the genre in over 20 countries. \nAllan Bezama is a New York City-based jazz guitarist whose sound seamlessly blends fluid bebop lines\, rich harmonic textures\, and a modern rhythmic sensibility to create an expressive and forward-thinking voice. He is recognized as a rising star in the New York City jazz scene\, as highlighted in an article on Jazzfuel.com. He has performed with luminaries such as Jeff “Tain” Watts\, Mark Whitfield\, Glen David Andrews\, John Benitez\, Steve LaSpina\, Ari Roland\, Paul Gill\, and Stacy Dillard\, and has played at notable venues such as Smalls Jazz Club\, The Deer Head Inn\, The Django\, Minton’s Playhouse\, Arthur’s Tavern\, 55 Bar\, Brvsh Cul7ur3\, Club Groove\, and Room 623. \nDon’t miss what is sure to be an unforgettable performance\, as well as an opportunity to pick up your own copy of Moving Forward! \n  \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS BELOW\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 11/20 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Tim Horner 4tet playing “Octane” By Allan Bezama Live from The Delaware Water Gap COTA Fest\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_9d72c623265199f9c7e496161e703d03Title\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/tim-horner-allan-bezama-moving-forward-album-release-show/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Jazz Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Tim-Horner-Allan-Bezama-FIX-Insta-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20250923T223048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T202843Z UID:10000142-1763748000-1763748000@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:S.P.E.A.K. November: Writer’s Workshop & Open Mic DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n S.P.E.A.K. is back for November\, and will be hosting another writer’s workshop followed by an open mic night! \n\nAt 6:00PM: Writer’s Workshop\nWORKSHOP IS ONLY OPEN TO THE FIRST 15 PEOPLE WHO SIGN UP!\nWriters are invited to share a piece they are working on\, and provide feedback to each other as they edit their chosen piece.\n\n\nAt 7:00PM: Open Mic\nPerform your writing\, poetry\, prose\, or rap at the Open Mic! Performances will be recorded\, but you may opt out of being recorded when you sign up.\n\n\nInterested writers and poets can sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic by emailing their name\, contact info\, and whether they’d like to opt out of being recorded to: herhymeswithme@gmail.com \nPLEASE NOTE: Writers who email Toney to sign up for the workshop and/or the open mic must still make a reservation! \n  \nABOUT S.P.E.A.K.:\nPuffin’s monthly poetry series\, S.P.E.A.K. (Sharing Poetic Expressions\, Art\, & Knowledge)\, is hosted by MC and poet Toney Jackson. He guides novices\, veteran spitters\, and professional wordsmiths alike in an evening of intimacy\, creativity\, and positivity like no other. This event is open to aspiring poets as well as listeners! \n  \nSuggested Donation: $5\nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 11/20 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/s-p-e-a-k-november-writers-workshop-open-mic/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Literary Arts,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/SPEAK-NOV-2025-Insta-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T183000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20250923T222454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T001844Z UID:10000141-1763312400-1763317800@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:November Open Stage at the Puffin! DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n The Forum invites YOU to take the stage! We welcome performers from all disciplines—music\, poetry\, dance\, theater\, comedy\, and more. Join us for a FREE celebration of community\, arts\, and culture\, hosted by Teaneck’s very own Poet Laureate\, Scott Pleasants! Snacks and refreshments will be served. \nStage time is limited to 8 minutes. If you’re interested in performing\, please RSVP online or by phone\, AND submit a description of your act along with a demo (if available) to: alee@puffinfoundation.org \nTo RSVP (as a performer or attendee)\, please sign up below. \n  \nFREE \nRSVP below\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs 11/13 at 5PM) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/november-open-stage-at-the-puffin/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Music Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/NOV-2025-Open-Stage-insta-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20250930T164036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T201250Z UID:10000146-1763233200-1763233200@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Rob Scheps Core-tet: Jazz And Soul Portraits DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Tenor and soprano saxophonist\, flutist\, and composer Rob Scheps and his Core-tet (featuring Scott Wendholt on trumpet\, Jamie Reynolds on piano\, David Kingsnorth on bass\, and Victor Jones on drums) present a special East Coast sneak peek of his upcoming “Jazz And Soul Portraits” project – a collection of new compositions\, each dedicated to an icon of jazz or soul music who has greatly influenced Scheps. Some of the featured musical heroes include Carla Bley\, Wayne Shorter\, Gary Peacock\, and Horace Silver. \nScheps\, who has his own citation in The Encyclopedia Of Jazz\, has performed and recorded with a long list of notable artists and groups: Buddy Rich\, Eartha Kitt\, Aretha Franklin\, Ray Charles\, Jack Jones\, The Four Tops\, Donna Summer\, Leslie Uggams\, Gil Evans Band\, Vanguard Jazz Orchestra\, John Scofield\, George Russell\, Bob Moses\, Terumasa Hino\, Al Grey\, Clark Terry\, Sam Rivers\, Julius Hemphill\, Duffy Jackson\, Cecil Taylor\, and Joey Calderazzo Quartet. He has performed on international tours in Finland\, Canada\, Mexico\, St. Lucia\, Norway\, France\, Italy\, Germany\, Taiwan\, Sweden\, Bermuda\, and Japan. Scheps is the leader of several bands: “Magnets!” with Kim Clarke in NYC\, “The Rob Scheps Big Band” in Portland\, Oregon\, and finally “The Rob Scheps Core-tet” in NYC. \n\nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS BELOW\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 11/13 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n The Rob Scheps Core-tet at Amity Blues\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_cf8cd9f770f38ba68cc3779e9f7beb4cTitle\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/rob-scheps-core-tet-jazz-and-soul-portraits/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Jazz Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Rob-Scheps-Coretet-Insta-flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T090111 CREATED:20251016T002859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T223030Z UID:10000151-1763146800-1763146800@www.puffinculturalforum.org SUMMARY:Andrew Ace Greenspan: Livin’ Rough\, Hangin’ Tough DESCRIPTION:Events for May 1 – May 15 \n \n \n \n Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n RSVP now\n \n \n share \n \n\n \n \n Andrew Ace Greenspan\, a soulful singer-songwriter and pianist from Nyack\, NY\, takes the stage to perform his newest album\, Livin’ Rough\, Hangin’ Tough\, which shares his experiences with autism\, mental health battles\, chronic pain\, addiction\, and recovery. Blending heartfelt original songs about hope\, healing\, and resilience with timeless classic pop hits\, the evening is sure to be both inspiring and electrifying. Join us in listening to Andrew’s powerful journey of recovery through music! \nAfter becoming sober in early 2024\, Greenspan became inspired to write music about his journey. Recording\, performing\, producing\, mixing\, and mastering the songs all on his own over the span of eight months\, the result was Livin’ Rough\, Hangin’ Tough. Through his music\, he hopes to offer healing to those in pain\, and to show that with hope\, everyone can learn to “live rough and hang tough!” \nSuggested Donation: $10\nBUY TICKETS BELOW\, OR call: 201-836-3499 (Must call before Thurs. 11/13 at 5PM) \nIf you cannot pay the suggested donation\, please call 201-836-3499 or email aortega@puffinfoundation.org to ask for free reservation(s). Thank you! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date: Friday\, May 1 \n \n \n Time: 7:00 PM \n \n Location: \n \n \n 20 Puffin Way \n \n Teaneck \n \n New Jersey \n \n 07666 \n \n \n \n Cost: Free \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Play\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n videoTextBlockModalblock_851c62b2042bcd387ef1272f65bfd20fTitle\n \n ×\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n \n \n \n \n \n Close Popup\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prepare For Your Visit\nGot your reservations? Get ready to attend this event by getting directions\, reviewing our venue rules\, and reading about our accessibility features. \nVisit us URL:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/event/andrew-ace-greenspan-livin-rough-hangin-tough/ LOCATION:20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, NJ 07666\, 20 Puffin Way\, Teaneck\, New Jersey\, 07666 CATEGORIES:Music Concert ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.puffinculturalforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Andrew-Ace-G-Insta-Flyer.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR