Area January 19, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 19 On Jan. 26, six local chambers of commerce will meet in Franklin Lakes to discuss business-building concepts for 2011. This second annual Bergen County Multi-Chamber Networking Event is being hosted by the Franklin Lakes Chamber of Commerce. Chambers based in Allendale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Midland Park, Waldwick, and Wyckoff have been invited. Waldwick hosted the first multi-cham- Multi-chamber event coming to Franklin Lakes ber meeting in 2010, and Franklin Lakes decided to build on the success of that event. Next week’s networking session will be held at Endless Vine at 825 Franklin Lake Road (next to the Market Basket) in Franklin Lakes from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Admission is $15 per person and will include a light dinner buffet, special prices on selected wines, the opportunity to network, and a presentation by guest speaker G. Mitchell Hartman of Dale Carnegie Training. Hartman will present “Ideas to Grow Your Business in 2011.” Event organizers believe January is the perfect time to reflect on how to make the coming year a success, share ideas, and enjoy the camaraderie of their peers from other towns. Many concerns are the same from town to town, and the multi-chamber session allows people to hear how others are successfully resolving their issues. Local chamber members note that they are very active in their respective communities and believe strong commerce adds to a town’s desirability. Chamber members are encouraged to attend this upcoming event and support the local businesses. Payment will be accepted at the door. RSVP to Pat Mazzacano at (201) 9705713 or at pat@villadom.com. The deadline has been extended to Jan. 24. Activities Unlimited turns 25; welcomes new members Activities Unlimited, a Wyckoff-based senior men’s club, is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary. Founded by a few active individuals in April 1987, this nonpolitical, non-sectarian, and non-profit organization now has over 360 members. The group is sponsored by the Wyckoff Reformed Church, where most of its meetings are held. Activities Unlimited welcomes new members who are recently-retired, semiretired, contemplating retirement, or long-retired. Wyckoff residency is not required. The club’s officers for 2011 include President Marty McGonigle of Mahwah, First Vice President Joe Kelly of Franklin Lakes, Second Vice President Frank Nusspickel of Wyckoff, Secretary Ed Schlachman of Hawthorne, Treasurer Harold DeNiear of Allendale, and Assis- tant Treasurer Wally Lubcich of Mahwah. Activities Unlimited sponsors 23 activities, including Book Club, bridge, duplicate bridge, Camera Club, Chess Club, Model Railroad Club, Science Club, golf, and tennis. Members also participate in gardening, hiking, investing, and skiing. The group even has its own band, the AU Guys. While the group was organized for men, wives and significant others participate in AU’s frequent socials, including a Valentine’s Day celebration, Seniors Prom, the May luncheon, the Christmas Dinner Dance, and various trips. The group’s trips and tours have included stays in New York City, Las Vegas, and Europe. Membership in AU is $45 per year. For details, contact AU Membership Chairman Dick Gattoni at (201) 652-0064 or Club President McGonigle at (201) 529-1941. The AU Guys at a recent performance. Vintage valentines to be discussed The Women’s Guild at Ridgewood’s Old Paramus Reformed Church will host National Valentine Collectors’ Association President Nancy Rosin on Wednesday, Feb. 2 at 1:15 p.m. Rosin will offer her presentation on vintage valentines. This Franklin Lakes resident began collecting valentines almost 40 years ago. Her collection dates back to 1493 and includes valentines from the Civil War; hand-cut devotionals, fans, and gloves; and moveable pieces that reveal surprises. This program is open to the public and will be held in OPRC’s barrier-free Education Building at 660 East Glen Avenue at Route 17 South. CHECK OUR WEBSITE www.waldwickchamber.com