Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • February 3, 2010 Waldwick Chamber’s Annual 5K Run earns USATF certification The Waldwick Chamber of Commerce’s Third Annual 5K Run has been sanctioned as a USATF Grand Prix event, according to Run Chairman Stan Kowalski. “This is an added benefit to our event to attract more seasoned runners,” said Kowalksi proudly. He explained that while the Waldwick 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk is open to all runners, runners who are members of the USATF organization and compete in the statewide event are awarded points in each race. Prize money is awarded to overall winners at the end of the year to runners in various age divisions. “How many Grand Prix runners we’ll attract is anyone’s guess,” he said. Last year’s 5K event attracted 250 runners and about 120 walkers for the 1 Mile walk. Kowalski said that his personal goal this year is “5K = 500.” “I truly feel this is a premium event. From the feedback we’ve received last year I really believe this year’s event will be bigger and better than last year,” he said. Another new feature this year will be a pasta dinner on Saturday evening prior to the run. This will allow for pre-registration and pre-race pickup for race bibs, goody bags, and shirts for those who want to sleep in a little later on Sunday morning, Kowalski said. The pasta dinner on April 24 will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. at the ambulance corps building and will be open to the entire ommunity, and take out will be available. Ticket price is $7. Helpful Hints Helpful Hints from Peter Says... ome “On sunny days open the blinds and drapes to capture the warmth of the sun. Close them at night to help insulate against cold outside air”. 27 Franklin Tpk, Waldwick Open Sundays 9-3 201-652-5666 Once you’ve landed an interview, how do you make yourself stand out from other candidates in today’s competitive job market? Nancy Anderson, president of Blackbird Learning Associates, will present, “Interviewing for Success,” at the Waldwick Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 6 at 1 p.m. In this two-hour session, Anderson will focus on the three major types of interviews: networking, telephone, and face-to-face. Highlights of the program will include the flow of an interview session, behavioral questioning, and the power of networking. Participants will assess their job skills, have an opportunity to practice an interview, and learn how to develop an “elevator pitch” to use with networking contacts. Valuable resources will be provided. Workshop to focus on interview skills Anderson has over 25 years of experience in human resources, learning and development, and relationship management in the pharmaceutical, finance, and insurance industries. She has trained thousands of domestic and international employees for companies such as Johnson & Johnson, the CIT Group, The Bank of New York, and the Chubb Group of Insurance Companies. Anderson is a member of the American Society of Training and Development Central Jersey and the ASTD subcommittee, People in Transition. The workshop is free and open to the public; however space is limited and pre-registration is required. The library is located at 19 East Prospect Street. Call (201) 652-5104. The Waldwick Education Foundation is seeking donations for its annual fundraiser scheduled for March 19 at Waldwick High School. Anyone with new/unused merchandise, not-quite-right holiday gifts, or empty baskets, is welcome to donate these items to the auction to Education foundation requests assistance help Waldwick’s public schools. Businesses are asked to donate a gift certificate or basket, and advertise the business at the same time. To make a donation, e-mail WaldwickWEF@aol. com, or call (201) 251-8579.