August 11, 2010 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 15 Allendale Notebook Participants sought for Annual Garage Sale Allendale residents are invited to participate in the Allendale Woman’s Club’s Seventh Annual Town-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain date: Sept. 26). The club will handle advertising and securing necessary permits, and the publishing and distribution of a map highlighting the addresses of all participating households. Lawn markers will be provided to identify all participating homes. To be included in this town-wide event, mail a tax deductible donation of $30 to: AWC, P.O. Box 284, Allendale, NJ 07401. Half of the proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit Rebuilding Together Bergen County (www.rebuildingtogetherbergen.org), an organization that provides critical home repairs at no cost to people in need, particularly seniors, the disabled, and low-income families with children. The remaining proceeds will be used for community service and other beneficiaries of the AWC. For more information, visit www.allendalewomansclub.org, call Ann at (201) 327-5936, or e-mail awctownwide@aol.com. Chamber plans breakfast meeting The Allendale Chamber of Commerce will host a breakfast meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 10 at 8:30 a.m. at Terrie O’Connor Realtors, 75 West Allendale Avenue. Bernie’s Bagels will cater the event. Allendale businesses interested in joining the Chamber may contact Nicolette Lisella of Terrie O’Connor Realtors at (201) 638-6765. The Chamber meets the second Tuesday of the month. Area Rotarians invited to meeting The Allendale Community for Mature Living will host a meet and greet event in honor of the new Allendale/ Saddle River Rotary Club on Tuesday, Aug. 17 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting, which will feature a buffet dinner, is open to the public. Area Rotarians are encouraged to attend. Reservations are required, as seating is limited. The evening’s guest speaker will be Christina Genovese, direc- tor of business affairs for the office of the governor. The new Allendale/Saddle River Rotary Club has already begun several projects, which include providing temporary living quarters to the earthquake victims of Haiti, establishing a recreation program for low-income seniors in Paterson, and assisting a burn victim from Poland. The club meets weekly at 8 a.m. on Wednesdays at Savini Restaurant in Allendale. The Allendale Community for Mature Living is located at 85 Harreton Road in Allendale. For more information about the event or to RSVP, call Mary Stampleman at (201) 818-7979. For membership information, call Bob Traitz at (201) 803-9966 or Dr. Laura Standridge at (201) 818-1188. Register for Cub Scouts Boys in grades one through five may now register for Allendale Cub Scouts for 2010-11. Scouting provides an environment for boys to develop character, learn everyday values, and gain confidence while embarking on exciting adventures. For information, contact Kim DeGooyer at (201) 327-3323 or kimdegooyer@yahoo.com. Crafters, antique cars sought for Festival Day The Allendale Chamber of Commerce is seeking crafters and antique cars for the 18th Annual Allendale Festival Day and Car Show. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact Adrienne at Jumbleiah Memorabilia at (201) 825-2077, or visit www.allendalechamber.com. Performers wanted The Allendale Chamber of Commerce is looking for talented entertainers willing to perform during the annual Allendale Street Festival, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 2. All age groups are welcome. For information, contact Jill Lewis at Nanny’s Nest Nursery School at 201-236-0700 or jill@nannysnestnurseryschool.com. Club seeks new members Membership in the Allendale Newcomers Club is annual and runs from September through June. New members may join throughout the year. Join the club to meet new friends, attend daytime and evening social events, participate in playgroups, discuss current books, and more. For more information, e-mail MembershipANC@yahoo.com or visit online at AllendaleNewcomersClub.com for the registration form. Girl Scouts hold membership drive The Allendale Girl Scouts are now accepting registrations for 2010-11. Girls and their families may sign up as members of a Girl Scout troop, or as individual Girl Scouts. Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey offers many exciting programs for girls of all ages. From visiting a local business to international travel, Girls Scouts has something to offer every girl. Financial assistance is available. Membership is open to girls ages five through 17. For more information about Girl Scouts and adult leadership opportunities, contact Allendale Girl Scout Registrar Rosemary Summers at rosemarysummers@verizon.net. Career development group offered The Allendale Clergy Association has formed a career development group called Opening Doors. The group provides a venue for peer support, networking, and practical job search resources for those who are in transition or seeking to rejoin the workforce. Opening Doors will provide resources for those who seek a communal face-to-face setting, and for those who would prefer to access them from home. Weekly meetings are held on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Highlands Presbyterian Church, at 270 Franklin Turnpike. All are welcome. The first Wednesday of each month begins with a specific career development topic such as self/career assessment, resume/cover letter writing, interviewing skills, and tutorials on networking sites. On-site WiFi will be available, and representatives from the business community and the Allendale clergy will be on hand at each meeting. Contact Highlands Presbyterian Church at (201) 327-4466 or office@highlandschurch.net with questions. Library offers bargain books Bargain books are available at the Lee Memorial Library located at 500 West Crescent Avenue in Allendale. This used book sale is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and includes children’s books, paperbacks, fiction and nonfiction, current best-sellers, and more all at bargain prices. Books are priced at from 25 cents to $1. Proceeds go directly to the library for the purchase of new materials. XYZ Club meets The XYZ Senior Citizens Club of Allendale meets on the first and third Friday of the month at the Calvary Lutheran Church, 165 West Crescent Avenue at 11 a.m. Allendale residents who would like to participate in club activities are most welcome. Library located at 100 Brookside Avenue in Allendale. 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