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- ↑Start your Saturday on a high-energy note with the Weekend Super Step class at Force Fitness Club (63-03 Fresh Pond Road). The hour-long session takes stepping to the next level, in terms of b
- ↑Starving after that step class? Lovingly baked treats and savory dishes await at Norma’s (59-02 Catalpa Avenue), a cozy neighborhood spot. Order a strong, delicious coffee and dig into a fresh break
- ↑If you feel like scoring vintage treasures for your closet and apartment for the cost of lunch, head to Gotham Thrift Shop (60-21 Myrtle Avenue). There’s something for everyone
- ↑Kiara’s Shoes (5912 Stephen Street) is Ridgewood’s go-to for affordable, on-trend footwear. Expect a good mix of classic shoe closet staples and more stand-out piece
- ↑ Embrace Ridgewood’s art scene at Valentine Gallery (464 Seneca Avenue). The cool yet friendly spot runs a constant rotation of exciting shows from truly unique, buzzworthy artists. This is
- ↑An unexpected trip back in time happens at the Vander Ende-Onderdonk House (1820 Flushing Avenue), the oldest Dutch Colonial stone house in NYC, and a leafy patch of idyllic, nineteenth century cha
- ↑Keep the history lesson going by taking a stroll down Ridgewood’s landmarked block, Stockholm Street (between Woodward Avenue and Onderdonk Avenue).
- ↑End your day at the inviting Gottscheer Hall (657 Fairview Avenue) and treat yourself to your fill of conversation, beer and bar snacks. The friendly, spacious hall serves up German suds and food, with