Villadom Times Weekly Local Newspaper

April 7, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 27 Franklin Lakes Scribe Hoffman to speak at Barnert Dr. Joel Hoffman, an internationally regarded teacher, author, and translator of Hebrew and the Bible, will speak at The Barnert Temple and Center for Lifelong Learning in Franklin Lakes on April 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. The premise of Dr. Hoffman’s work is that, over the course of many centuries, translations of the Bible have obscured understanding and appreciation of the original text. In his presentations and writings, he provides an authoritative account of significant mistranslations and shows how new translation methods can give readers their first glimpse into what the Bible really means. Hoffman is the chief translator for the popular 10volume series, “My People’s Prayer Book” (winner of the National Jewish Book Award), and for “My People’s Passover Haggadah.” He is also the author of “In the Beginning” and “And God Said: How Translations Conceal the Bible’s Original Meaning.” Hoffman also writes a biweekly column on Hebrew for the Jerusalem Post. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Barnert Temple at (201) 848-1800, or visit www.barnerttemple.org. For information about joining the Barnert Temple, contact Alice Kintisch at (201) 848-1800. Children’s entertainer to appear Songwriter and entertainer Teri Merliss will perform a musical program for children ages four and up at the Franklin Lakes Public Library on Wednesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. Children will help write simple, original songs that will then be put to music and performed together with Merliss. Tickets are free. Make a reservation in person by visiting the library on DeKorte Drive during regular hours, or by calling (201) 891-2224. This special program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and is open to Franklin Lakes residents and current members of the Friends organization. Former flight attendant to speak Carol Bassett, former flight attendant with American Airlines, will speak on “What the Flying Airline Public Doesn’t Know” at the monthly meeting of the Franklin Lakes branch of the Valley Hospital Auxiliary on Monday, April 19. The meeting will take place at the Franklin Lakes Public Library on DeKorte Drive at 10:30 a.m. All auxiliary members and those interested in joining the Valley Hospital Auxiliary are welcome to attend. For more information, call Eileen Leone at (201)848-9330 or Ann Swist at (201) 337-7262. WPU announces Dean’s List The following Franklin Lakes students have been named to the Dean’s List at William Paterson University for the fall 2009 semester: John Carmano, Ken Hanasaki, Brittany Lehing-DeCotiis, Keith Van Dyke, and Justin Van Dyke. In order to qualify, a student must carry a minimum of 12 credits for the semester and earn a grade point average of 3.45 or better. Designed to sell seminar offered Maria-Elena Grant will present “Getting Ready to Sell,” a program about preparing a home for today’s market, on April 20 at 7 p.m. The presentation will be held at the Franklin Lakes Public Library on DeKorte Drive. Call (201) 891-2224 for more information. Tot Time registration to begin Registration for Tot-Time, an early learning experience for children ages 30 months to five years of age, will begin April 12 at the Franklin Lakes Library on DeKorte Drive. Non-residents may register April 16. Tot Time provides a variety of activities, including stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts. Tots experience children’s literature in a relaxed, but structured, atmosphere. The program will be held on Tuesdays, April 20 through May 11, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. or from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. For information, call (201) 891-2224. Board of education to meet The Franklin Lakes Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, April 6 at 8 p.m. The meeting will be held at Franklin Avenue Middle School on Franklin Avenue. Children invited to read to dogs Local children are invited to sign up for the Paws for Reading program at the Franklin Lakes Library. Beginning and accomplished readers in grades one through six will read to well-behaved certified therapy dogs as a way to polish reading and public speaking skills. Children may read for a 10-minute period. Paws for Reading will be held April 8 and 22 and May 6, 13, and 20 from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. Registration is required and has begun for Franklin Lakes residents. Non-residents may sign up beginning April 5. Contact the Franklin Lakes Library at (201)-8912224 Learn to conquer clutter Linda Ander will present “Conquer Clutter” on Wednesday, April 7 at 7 p.m. at the Franklin Lakes Public Library. Learn the benefits of having less mess to reduce stress and how to stay a step ahead of clutter. Her program will focus on eliminating paper piles, and finding unused space. All are invited. The library is located at 470 DeKorte Drive. Autobiography Workshops planned Registration is now open for the spring trimester of Autobiography Workshops held at the Presbyterian Church at Franklin Lakes, 730 Franklin Lake Road. Janice Rubin, award-winning journalist, and author of “Looking Back, Moving On: Memoir as Prologue and Four Lives Despite the Odds,” will lead eight-week program. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. beginning April 6 and 8. The fee is $96 and includes tuition and materials. Registration is limited. To learn more about the workshops, visit www.autobiowrkshp.com. To register, call (201) 3376478. Adult computer classes offered This April, the Franklin Lakes Library will offer computer classes for adults. Google It! will meet April 14 at 11 a.m.; Blogging for Beginners will be held April 21 at 11 a.m.; and Google Earth will be in session on April 28 at 11 a.m. Registration is underway. Visit the adult reference desk at the library on DeKorte Drive or call (201) 891-2224 for more information. Fleming to discuss Founding Fathers Author and historian Thomas Fleming will speak about his new book, “The Intimate Lives of the Founding Fathers,” at the Friends of the Franklin Lakes Library’s April 21 Author Luncheon. The program will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Indian Trail Club, 830 Franklin Lake Road. Fleming will offer an intimate look at Washington, Franklin, Adams, Jefferson, Hamilton, Madison, and the women who played scandalous roles in their lives. Tickets are $60 and include the book signing, lunch, and prizes. It’s Springtime at��