Waldwick Watch Book club to discuss ‘The Enchanted April’ The Waldwick Library Book Club will host a discussion of Elizabeth von Arnim’s “The Enchanted April” on Thursday, Dec. 10 at 7:15 p.m. In the novel, four English women who are strangers to each other, do what was unheard of in 1921: go off for a vacation on their own, without their husbands. 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. Classic Film Series features child stars The Waldwick Public Library, 19 East Prospect Street, hosts screenings of classic films of the past on Thursdays at 2 p.m. A brief introduction, setting the film in its historical context, will precede each screening. The theme for the month of December is Child Stars, and the schedule of screenings is as follows: Dec. 3, “Shane” (1953); and Dec. 10, “Miracle on 34th Street” (1947). Following a break for the holidays, the series will resume Jan. 21 with a screening of “Roman Holiday” (1953). Registration is not necessary, but arrival before 2 p.m. is encouraged. For more information, call (201) 652-5104. Activity Nights planned for students The Waldwick Municipal Alliance is continuing its series of Activity Nights for students in grades six through eight. All Activity Nights run from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. On Jan. 8, the group will meet in the Waldwick Middle School all purpose room. Activity Nights for Jan. 29 and March 19 will be held in the Waldwick High School cafeteria. For information on Activity Nights, contact the borough administrator’s office, (201) 652-5300 extension 229. The Waldwick Municipal Alliance meets the fourth Thursday of every month at the ambulance building. The alliance is made up of volunteers whose purpose is to provide alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse prevention activities for the youth of the community. For more information about the program, or to join the alliance, call Marie Pease at (201) 447-2355. November 25, 2009 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 27 tered. Permits will be issued only to vehicles registered at Auxiliary to host luncheon Waldwick addresses where residential parking restrictions The Waldwick Valley Hospital Auxiliary will hold its apply. Exceptions may apply. The maximum is three pernext luncheon meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 2 at noon at mits per household. There is no cost for a new permit. Mezza Luna Bistro in Allendale. The cost for the luncheon is $18. Checks should be sent to Annette Mastrogiacomo, 102 White Pond Road, Waldwick, NJ 07463. New members are welcome. Cyclist exhibits photos Program on Caribbean resorts set Waldwick Chamber member, Kallman Travel, will host a complimentary program on what is new at the allinclusive resorts of Beaches and Sandals located throughout the spectacular Caribbean. The program will be held Tuesday, Dec. 1 at 10 a.m. at La Vie En Rose Bakery Café, 10 West Prospect Street, Waldwick. Refreshments will be served. For more information, visit waldwickchamber.com/ files/2009-kallman-travel-sandals-flyer-color.pdf. RSVP to Barbara Jackson at (201) 652-0547. Seating is limited. Program on Christmas traditions offered On Dec. 5, food historian Judith Krall-Russo will be at the Waldwick Public Library to talk about Christmas customs that have been handed down from earlier times. At this 11 a.m. program, Krall-Russo will explain the differences between a Colonial and a Victorian Christmas celebration, and will highlight the foods that were prepared and enjoyed as part of the holiday festivities. Krall-Russo is a popular lecturer and seminar organizer specializing in the rich agricultural products of her home state of New Jersey. Also a tea expert and historian, she has earned certifications as a Tea Specialist from The Tea School in Pomfret, Connecticut and The Specialty Tea Institute of New York. She is a self-taught cook, supplementing her passion with classes in nutrition, and ethnic and Early American cooking. The program is free and open to the public, but space is limited, and pre-registration is required. The library is located at 19 East Prospect Street in Waldwick. Call (201) 652-5104. Parking permit applications available Residents who live in a two-hour parking zone are reminded that the Waldwick residential parking permits will expire on Dec. 31, 2009. New permits may be obtained at police headquarters. Applicants must bring a valid New Jersey registration certificate for each vehicle to be regis- The travel photography of Lynn Ronan will be on display at the Waldwick Public Library now through Dec. 31. The striking exhibit is the product of Ronan’s enthusiasm for two her two favorite hobbies: photography and bicycling. Featured in the exhibit are images of Lake Otsego, a view of the Grand Canal in Venice, the town of Honfleur, France, sunrise at Monument Valley, sunset at the Eiffel Tower, and moonrise over Manhattan. Inspired by her father, Ronan has been a photography enthusiast for many years. She is the recipient of a number of awards from the Ridgewood Camera Club and the New Jersey Federation of Camera Clubs. The library is located at 19 East Prospect Street in Waldwick. Hours are Monday-Thursday 10-9; Friday and Saturday 10-5. 30 minutes of your time can save a life. 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