Page 26 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • April 6, 2011 Boye Awards (continued from page 9) Parker knows that it is important to give back to the community that gives so much to him, his family, and his business. Parker is on the Wyckoff Y Board and is chair of the Community Outreach Committee, which partners with many local organizations. He is also on the Buddy Walk Committee and runs its Annual Golf Outing. He serves as the chair of Wyckoff Day, is a member of the Wyckoff-Midland Park Rotary, Wyckoff Chamber of Commerce, and the newly formed Wyckoff Community Green Team. Hoppe has been a resident of Wyckoff since 1984. In 1987, she was instrumental in the formation of a play group of four toddlers with autism which eventually became the Alpine Learning Group, a school dedicated to the needs of children with autism. In 2000, Hoppe, her husband Jim, and other parents founded the Quest Autism Foundation, a public charity dedicated to providing adult services to the autism community. The Quest Autism Program opened its doors in July 2005 at the Wyckoff Family Y. The program is continuously growing and serving more young adults in the workplace. Hoppe is currently the director of fundraising for Quest Autism Foundation and is a managing director of Quest Autism Programs. She appeared on NBC News and Nightline as an advocate for autism. She is proud to be the mother of Jaimie Hoppe and Christine Hoppe Centa and stepmother of Lynn Hoppe Porterfield and Dr. James Robert Hoppe. Woods is a well-known area artist. He grew up in Franklin Lakes and attended Parsons School of Design and New York University. He spent three years in illustration study under Milton Charles and worked as a book cover illustrator and animation assistant for Amblin Entertainment and Dreamworks in Los Angeles. Over the years, Woods has shared his passion for art with the members of the Wyckoff YMCA. He created a beautiful mural in the lobby area and has volunteered his expertise to many art-related events at the Wyckoff YMCA. He lives on a small farm in the Catskills with his partner. The Flakers have been members of the Wyckoff Family YMCA for over 10 years and have earned this first-ever recognition as inspirational Y members. Carol was a teacher for 19 years in the Allendale school system and Gary’s career spanned banking and employee benefits. The two have always been actively involved at the Y, including Gary’s role as a volunteer human resources consultant for the organization. Over the years, they have enjoyed many interests including camping, skiing, golfing, boating, traveling, and community service. Since they retired, the Y has been a constant source of activity for the couple, offering exercise classes, theater trips, aquacise, therapy, and many other endeavors. The two are a valuable asset to the Wyckoff YMCA through their involvement, enthusiasm, and desire for the organization’s continued success. Tickets for the Friends of the Y Dinner are available at $70 per person. Call (201) 891-2081. How many households will your advertising message reach? Compare before you buy: Total Circulation The Villadom TIMES.................56,000 ..................56,000 Suburban News ........................ 34,292* .................14,970 The Ridgewood News................ 5,045* .................. 3,787 The Town Journal ....................... 6,739* ...................3,165 Glen Rock Gazette ..................... 3,909* ................... 1,131 *from US Postal Service Statement of Ownership & Circulation, October 1, 2010 By US Mail Plus S MORE READER Online at Villadom.com Receive the most coverage for your advertising dollar. 100% by US Mail Call The Villadom TIMES and get your circulation going! 201-652-0744 YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD NEWSPAPER