Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • September 8, 2010 Area Carol Motyka-Miller of Waldwick and Beth Carey of Upper Saddle River recently earned gold medals at the 13th FINA World Master’s Swimming Championships in Sweden. The two women are long-time members of the Ridgewood Aquacons, the synchronized swimming team that has made its home at the YWCA of Bergen County since 1959. Motyka-Miller and Beth Carey, swim partners for over 20 years, placed first in the duet category for competitors between age 70 and 79. Carey also placed third in the solo event for the same age category. Motyka-Miller has been a member of the Aquacons for over 40 years, and both women are also members of the Ramapo Aquamasters, a competitive synchronized swim team that trains at Rockland Community College. The women were among the 440 swimmers from 16 countries who competed in the synchronized competition at the world championships, which drew over 6,000 competitors for events includ- Synchronized swimmers earn gold in competition ing speed swimming, water polo, diving, and open water swimming. Often considered a specialized sport that is showcased at the Olympics, synchronized swimming is actually an accessible alternative to more traditional aqua exercise programs. The Aquacons welcome new swimmers to their weekly practice sessions (Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m.) at the YWCA’s Habernickel pool, where women ranging in age from 20 to 80 swim to music using water ballet figures, sculling, and swim strokes. Practices culminate in a show each June that is open to the public. This fall, the YWCA is also offering a youth synchronized swimming class for ages 7 to 12, led by choreographer, Aquacon, and master swimmer Laura Alt. The eight-week program focuses on swimming skills, rhythm, underwater skills, and figures. The class will meet on Fridays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 112 Oak Street in Ridgewood. To register, call (201) 4445600, extension 349, or visit www.ywcabergencounty.org. Synchronized swimmers Carol Motyka-Miller and Beth Carey teamed up for a gold medal at the 13th FINA World Masters Swimming Championships. (Photo courtesy of Carol MotykaMiller.) U PICK PUMPKINS Celebrating 100 Years! Secor• Mahwah, NJ 07430 Farms 85 Airmont Ave 201-529-2595 secorfarms.com HAYRIDES Now booking school groups for October - $9/pumpkin - Min. 15 paid children In celebration of the Jewish High Holy Days, the Chabad Jewish Center is offering free services for the community at the Ramapo High School Auditorium, 331 George Street in Franklin Lakes. The traditional, warm, and interactive services are led in a mixed English/Hebrew format and are followed with a Kiddush brunch. Services for children three through 12 will be held from 10:30 a.m. until the completion of the adult services. Children are grouped by age for holiday themed stories, games, prayers, and crafts. The High Holy Days celebrate the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashanah) and Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur). Rosh Hashanah Services, dinner planned services will be held at sundown on Sept. 8 and during the day on Sept. 9 and 10. Yom Kippur services will be held at sundown on Sept. 17 and during the day on Sept. 18, including closing services at 5:30 p.m. A community Rosh Hashanah dinner will be held Sept. 8. The evening will include a four course catered meal, interactive community game, and children’s program. RSVP to (201) 848-0449. Dinner is $25 per adult, $15 per child, and $180 per sponsor. RSVP at www.chabadplace.org or by calling Rabbi Kaplan at (201) 848-0449 to attend services. Tickets are free, and donations are welcome. ���������������� 9-1-10 JOAN/JANINE SecorFarmsPumpkins3x3Color(9-1-10) 3x3” ����������������� �����������������������������������������