October 27, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 15 Glen Rock Roundup Kelman novel to be discussed at book club “You Have to be Careful in the Land of the Free” by James Kelman will be discussed by the Glen Rock Library’s Neighbors Book Discussion Group on Monday, Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. Using a unique blend of stark realism and Orwellian fantasy, Booker Prize-winning author Kelman presents a darkly comic picture of post-9/11 America. Scottish immigrant Jeremiah Brown has gambled his way around the United States for over a decade, winning and losing the woman he loves. Now, he has planned his first trip home to Glasgow in eight years. Readers learn of Jeremiah’s singular philosophy, his delusions, and his stints as a bartender and security guard in New York. Jeremiah is living a nightmare of colorcoded identity cards, alienation, and paranoia, complete with spectral transients who haunt airports and guarded camps where new immigrants await processing. Area residents are invited to join this informal reading group on the first Monday of each month. Sessions are held through June. Multiple copies of the book are available at the reference desk. For more information, call (201) 670-3970 or visit www. glenrocklibrary.org. Computer classes offered The Glen Rock Community School is offering two daytime computer classes. Microsoft Excel for beginners will be held on Thursday, Oct. 28 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. This class will introduce students to the capabilities of this popular spreadsheet program. Learn the basics of Excel including how to set up cells, create formulas, and create and format pie charts. PowerPoint for Beginners will meet Nov. 11 and 18 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Students will learn everything they need to know to create a professional presentation. Classes will be held at Glen Rock High School and will be taught by Heather McDermott. To register, visit www.grcsonline.com or call (201) 389-5011. Seniors plan events The Saint Catharine Association of Mature Parishioners will host a day of recollection on Nov. 1. Father Ray Holmes will be the guest speaker at 11 a.m. Mass will be said at 12:05 p.m., followed by lunch and a final conference. To reserve a space, contact Maureen or Joe at (201) 791-1359. The Annual Christmas Party, which will be held at the Brownstone in Paterson, is planned for Thursday, Dec. 16. Festivities will begin at noon. For reservations, contact Bob at (201) 444-1024. Activities Club host Schuber Pat Schuber, noted historian and lecturer will be the guest speaker at the Activities Club’s Nov. 16 meeting and Open House. Schuber will discuss the Siege of Stalingrad. His presentation will take into account the perspectives of both the Germans and the Russians. This latest information was gained after exhaustive research and visits to Stalingrad. During the Open House, chairmen from the club’s 21 activities will be available. Men interested in bocce, book review and discussion, bowling, bridge, classic movies, computer education, digital photography, science, golf, personal finance, popular music, trips and tours, walking, bicycling, interesting luncheons or volunteering and public service are invited to attend. The meeting and Open House will take place at the Community Church in Glen Rock. Coffee will be served at 1 p.m., and the meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. For more information contact Rick Colton at (201) 445-0755 or visit theactivitiesclub.org. Shows and trips available The Glen Rock Community School will be offering a variety of shows and trips this fall. Front mezzanine seats are available for “Million Dollar Quartet” on Tuesday, Nov. 9. The show will start at 7 p.m. and the bus will depart at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $99 and include transportation. Tickets for the popular “Radio City Christmas Spectacular” are available for Monday, Dec. 13. The price of $89 includes orchestra seats and transportation. The bus will depart at 3 p.m. for the 5 p.m. show. A day trip to Manhattan is planned for Tuesday, Nov. 2. The day will begin with a guided tour of Lincoln Center, followed by lunch, and the King Tut exhibit. Tickets are $99 and include transportation, admission to tour and exhibit, and lunch. The bus will depart Glen Rock at 9 a.m., returning at approximately 4:30 p.m. For further information, call (201) 3895011, extension three, or visit www.grcsonline.com. Theater company hosts benefit The Glen Rock High School Theater Company, in association with the Glen Rock Inn, will hold a dining fundraiser to benefit the theater group. Supporters may purchase a gift certificate for the Glen Rock Inn during the month of October. Gift certificates are available in $25, $50, and $100 denominations. To order, contact Robin Kroll at seligbeth@verizon.net. All net proceeds benefit the GRHS Theater Company. The GRHS Theater Company is open to all students at the high school. Opportunities are available in acting, directing, playwrighting, stage management, and technical theater. In addition to the annual fall production, in the spring the company presents a Festival of Original Plays, written and produced by students. This fall, the company will present “Inherit the Wind,” the Lawrence and Lee dramatization of the infamous Scopes Monkey Trial. Entertainment books being offered American Legion Post 145 is selling Entertainment 2011 books now through Dec. 15. The cost of the publication, which offers discounts at local and national businesses and restaurants, is $30. The books are valid through Nov. 2, 2011. Proceeds benefit the veterans in the Paramus home. To purchase a book, call Ed at (201) 445-9238. Michael Mercurio (continued from page 9) Mercurio, who moved to Los Angeles in 2004, has since portrayed a wide range of psychologically disturbed characters on both stage and screen. His films have included “Angel in Chains,” “Fixing Rhonda,” “God Complex” and “Psycho Killer Reflections on God,” “Jarhead” and “Summer of Sam,” as well as a role on “Brainstorm.” He is also a member of The Actors’ Gang theatre in Los Angeles, which was founded by acclaimed actor Tim Robbins. “I did a lot of my own research (for the new film),” he said. “I actually placed disclaimers for the FBI, at the bottom of emails addressed to a friend who had some experience in the military with explosives, explaining that I was simply researching for a film.” “Elevator” was directed by Stig Svendsen and was written and produced by Marc Rosenberg, and co-produced by Nancy Leopardi and Tor Arne Øvrebø. A 2011 release is expected. Nina Daly of First Step Preschool N ina Daly still loves her job! Fifteen years ago, she opened First Step Preschool and she’s been an integral part of the Franklin Lakes community ever since. It’s her enthusiasm and energy for her kids that makes each day an adventure. “My philosophy has always been that children should be excited about learning,” says Nina. “I have listened to the needs of my parents and have creLea, Nina Daly, Julia, Shae and Payton ated classes with an emphasis on small class size, certified teachers, and an academic curriculum.” First Step offers a wide range of special programs: karate, cooking, Spanish, dance, art and Kindergarten enrichment. “A child’s first years at school set a foundation for all their educational goals. We pride ourselves on knowing that our staff is full of caring individuals who create a learning environment that any parent would want for his or her child,” notes Nina. As her school continues to grow by leaps and bounds, she is continually addressing the increasing concern for children with allergies. In fact, she has established the first GREEN SCHOOL in the area. “It has been my goal to provide the healthiest environment for all children to reach their fullest potential. And I am proud and happy to say that at First Step – we have done that.” Spots are still available at First Step for the 2010-11 school year. For more information, visit firststeppreschoolnj.com or call Nina Daly at (201) 847-8198. The school is located at 454 Pulis Avenue in Franklin Lakes. ���������������� ����������������� �����������������������������������������