August 26, 2009 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 23 Waldwick Watch Ramapo announces Dean’s List Ramapo College of New Jersey in Mahwah has named the following Waldwick students to the Dean’s List for the spring 2009 semester: Jaclyn E. Kedzierski, Rachel H. Kim, Stefany Rodriguez, Scott E. Schuermann, Kyle A. Ulscht, and Stephen Christopher Wettstein. Club to discuss contemporary gothic novel The Waldwick Library Book Club will open its new season on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7:15 p.m. with a discussion of Diane Setterfield’s “The Thirteenth Tale.” In this haunting and suspenseful novel, a bookish loner is summoned to the house of England’s most popular novelist, and commanded to write her biography. Written in the vein of the best gothic classics, this story-within-a-story is tinged with the eeriness of “Rebecca” and the willfulness of “Jane Eyre.” Copies of the book are available at the library circulation desk. The club welcomes new members and drop-ins regardless of residency. The library is located at 19 East Prospect Street in Waldwick. For more information, call (201) 652-5104. Village School holds Open House The Village School, located at 100 West Prospect Street in Waldwick, will hold an Open House on Saturday, Aug. 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. Those interested in learning more about the toddler through middle school programs for the 2009-10 school year are encouraged to attend. Parents will have the opportunity to visit the classroom and meet with the faculty and staff and learn more about the school and the benefits of a Montessori education. Established in 1977, the school educates students from the toddler years through eighth grade. The Village School is accredited by the American Montessori Society and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member of the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools. For more information, call Judy Trubac at (201) 4456160 extension 225 or e-mail jtrubac@thevillageschool. net. Visit the website at www.TheVillageSchool.net. Infernos to perform free concert The Infernos will perform a free concert at the Oval on Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. This program is sponsored by the Borough of Waldwick. The band’s repertoire features all genres of music including Big Band, Oldies, favorites from the ‘50s and ‘60s, Motown, and today’s top hits. This concert is free and open to everyone. Parking is available at the Waldwick Pool and the Village School parking lots. Contact the borough administrator’s office with any questions at (201) 652-5300 extension 229. Anniversary Gala set; oldest resident sought This year, Waldwick is celebrating the 90th anniversary of its incorporation as a borough in the State of New Jersey. In honor of this milestone, borough officials have planned a Gala Dinner Dance, which will be held on Friday, Oct. 9. The Waldwick Gala Committee is currently seeking the oldest born and raised Waldwick resident; that individual will be honored at the gala. The celebration will be held at the Brownstone House, 351 West Broadway in Paterson, beginning with a cocktail hour at 7 p.m. Dinner will be served at 8 p.m. Black tie optional. The cost is $80 per person. To reserve a space or to report the oldest Waldwick resident, contact Jordan Battisti at (201) 652-5300, extension 229, or Paula Jaegge at (201) 652-5300, extension 236. Donations sought for lacrosse fundraiser The Waldwick Lacrosse Association is hosting its Family-Style Sit-Down Dinner fundraiser at the Brownstone of Paterson on Thursday, Sept. 3 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. The five course family style dinner/fundraiser will also include a DJ and dancing. Prizes include an LG 42inch new flat screen TV with two-year warranty and more. Tickets are $45 for adults and $35 for children 12 and under. To make a donation to the special fundraiser, contact Kellie Ramundo at kramundo@hotmail.com. Tickets can be purchased at Plaza Jewelers of Waldwick or by contacting Meg Wanamaker at jonmeg@optonline.net. Films feature love and marriage theme Waldwick Library hosts screenings of classic films on Thursdays at 2 p.m. A brief introduction that sets the film in its historical context precedes each screening. The theme for the month of August is “Love and Marriage” and the last feature in this month’s schedule “Show Boat” (1951) on Aug. 27. Registration is not necessary; however arrival before 2 p.m. is encouraged. For more information, call (201) 6525104. The library is located at 19 East Prospect Street, Waldwick. Lions host Annual Golf Outing The Waldwick Lions Club is hosting its Second Annual Waldwick Lions Club Team Golf Classic on Monday, Sept. 21. The Waldwick Lions Club will hold its best-ball, team golf outing at the Bowling Green Golf Club off Route 23 in Oak Ridge. Contact Lions members Jim Toolen at (201) 444-4548 or Jim Zumbano of Plaza Jewelers at (201) 444-8245 for details and to register. Space is limited. (continued from page 3) of the council had spoken with multiple residents about the lease assignment. “Not many people came up to tell me they didn’t know (about the decision),” Crossley added. “We will keep a sharp eye (and ensure) it doesn’t cross the line.” Resident Margaret Pearce offered her view that government doesn’t have any business in business. She objected to the decision to have the police officer deliver the meeting notice to the Cioffi residence, asserting that overnight mail should have been used. Ho-Ho-Kus Inn (continued from page 3) 2009. This year’s resurfacing work will cost $75,000. Of that amount, $3,600 will be funded by a down payment, and the balance will be funded by bonds and notes. This ordinance also includes funding for the $345,000 proposed streetscape improvements in the vicinity of Sheridan Avenue. This project includes the appropriation of a $175,000 state grant, and a down payment of $8,100. Bonds and notes in the amount of $161,900 will be issued to fund the balance of this work. Improvements to the Ho-Ho-Kus Town Green in the amount of $140,000 are also included in this measure. The ordinance appropriates a Bergen County grant of $55,000, permits a down payment of $4,050, and authorizes the issuance of $80,950 in bonds. The ordinance also includes $25,000 for the replacement of the sidewalks at Ho-Ho-Kus Borough Hall. Of that total, $1,535 will be funded by a down payment and $23,465 will be funded by bonds and notes. A sum of $15,000 has been included for the replacement of the electrical panel at the Brookview Court sanitary sewer pump station. Of that total, $14,285 is to be funded by bonds and notes. Resident Leo Strauss expressed his concerns about the borough’s spending. He asked for the terms of the bonds and the interest rates. Ho-Ho-Kus Borough Attorney told the resident that these projects are put out to bid individually. “The bottom line will be far more than $600,000,” Strauss said. He added his opinion that the expenditure for the Ho-Ho-Kus Town Green was ridiculous. Mayor Randall explained that funding from other sources may still be available and would reduce the overall costs. Strauss suggested that each item be put in a separate ordinance, so individual items could be defeated. J. CRUSCO Ordinances 30 minutes of your time can save a life. Each year more than four million people ~ accident victims, patients undergoing surgery, and patients receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or other diseases ~ are in need of a blood transfusion. Community Blood Services 970 Linwood Avenue, West Paramus, NJ 07652 It’s About Life! Your can make a difference in someone’s life by spending just 30 minutes donating blood. Call us today. Check our website: www.CommunityBloodServices.org 201-444-3900