18 TIMES • MAY 14, 2015 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.timesnewsweekly.com Ridgewood gets ready to thumb-le BY KELLY MARIE MANCUSO [email protected] @TimesNewsweekly A Ridgewood bar has given the thumbs-up to the neighborhood’s fi rstever thumb wrestling competition on May 14. With the battle cry, “1, 2, 3, and 4… Prepare those thumbs for war,” the event will take place beginning at 6 p.m. at Julia’s Beer and Wine Bar, located at 818 Woodward Ave. Competitors will have the chance to square off in miniature plastic thumb wrestling rings complete with mini ropes and sponsored by Finback Brewery. A referee will judge the competition based on the offi cial Thumb Wrestling Association (TWA) rules. William Reder, bartender, brewer and co-partner of Julia’s, described the “tongue-in-cheek” event as a fun, offbeat way to celebrate Queens Beer Week. “We encourage costumes and stage at wrestling event names,” he explained. “We want this to be more about having fun than competing.” Ultimately, a champion will be crowned and will enjoy the “glory” of sporting the championship thumb ring. Other prizes will include beer, gift certifi cates and more from Finback Brewery and Julia’s Beer and Wine Bar. Registration for the Ridgewood Thumb Wrestling Competition will be held the night of the event, from 6 to 7 p.m. Competitors must be 21 years of age and older to participate and must produce a valid state ID. Tickets for competitors are available here. Julia’s will feature beer from Queensbased breweries, including Finback, in honor of Queens Beer Week. They also have an extensive menu of New York State wines sourced from small, family-owned vineyards, as well as a delectable menu of small plates, salads and appetizers. The event is open to the public and cheering is greatly encouraged. Photo courtesy of Julia’s Beer and Wine Bar Competitors will square off in this miniature squared circle during Ridgewood’s firstever thumb wrestling contest. ‘Change Maker’ from Middle Village receives award Middle Village resident Angela Renz was honored during the Child Mind Institute’s first Change Maker Awards on May 4 at the Highline Ballroom in Manhattan. She was recognized for helping thousands of at-risk children, educating their parents and teachers about the dangers of stress and the benefits of teaching resilience. Renz splits her time at P.S. 59 and M.S. 167 and establishes teacher workshop, leads group and individual therapy sessions for students and has a reputation for following up with the hundreds of children she has helped through the years. She is pictured with New York City first lady Chirlane McCray, one of the distinguished guests at the event. Computer Course Summer Sale! Learn Computers in 5 Weeks For Only $50.00 Suggested Contribution At The Middle Village Adult Center Mondays and Wednesdays (both days required) Beginner's Computers Beginner’s Microsoft Word & Internet Skills June 1 - July 1 10 am - 12 pm 5 weeks (10 classes) Suggested Contribution ~ Only $50.00! 21st Century Technology Learn iPad, Smart Phone, Tablet, eReaders June 1-July 1 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm 5 weeks (10 classes) Suggested Contribution ~ Only $50.00! Buying and Selling Online Ebay, Amazon, Craigslist July 6, 8, 13, 15, 20 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm 2 1/2 weeks (5 classes) Suggested Contribution ~ Only $25.00! Travel at Your Fingertips Book Travel Reservations, Research Destinations July 27, 29, August 3, 5 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm 2 weeks (4 classes) Suggested Contribution ~ Only $25.00! Intermediate Computers Advanced Microsoft Word & Internet Skills July 6 - August 5 10 am - 12 pm 5 weeks (10 classes) Suggested Contribution ~ Only $50.00! Free 21st Century Computer Technology Seminar Tuesday, May 19, 2015 10:00 am –12:00 pm at The Middle Village Adult Center You will be paired up with one of many students from Grover Cleveland High School who will explore with you how to use...iPad, iPhone, Android Tablet & Android Phone. For more information and to register, call Mimi at 718-894-3441 or e-mail [email protected] 69-10 75th Street, Middle Village, NY 11379 (718) 894-3441
RT05142015
To see the actual publication please follow the link above