Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • March 16, 2011 Saddle River Valley Women’s Biathlon set; proceeds benefit cancer search Following the success of last year’s inaugural biathlon, which attracted 200 athletes and raised over $40,000 for cancer research, event organizers will hold the Second Annual Upper Saddle River Women’s Biathlon on Saturday, April 30. The race was founded by Upper Saddle River residents Fiona Miesner and Carol Mateo, both of whom are active participants in community and athletic events. The biathlon is sponsored by the USR Recreation Commission to promote awareness and raise money for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. “This event surpassed all of our dreams and goals. Not only did we raise a significant amount of money for breast cancer - every runner and biker was inspired and inspiring,” said Miesner. “Women of all ages participated with vigor and enthusiasm and our volunteers were equally special. The spirit was contagious.” A maximum of 250 women, ages 15 and up, may participate. The race, which includes a two-mile run followed by a 10mile bike race and another two-mile run, will start and finish at Lion’s Memorial Park in USR. This sprint distance course hopes to encourage first-timers and sea- soned professionals. Last year, Bergen County resident Arlene Flink took the winning spot, clocking in at 57: 54.5. Each athlete is asked to raise $150 in sponsorship fees, all of which will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The entry fee is $50. A series of training clinics will be scheduled prior to race day. Trainers and outfitters will be on site to answer any questions and offer training advice. For more information and to register, log on to usrbiathlon.org and click on the active.com link. For information and to volunteer, e-mail Carol Mateo at cmateo@verizon.net. There will be no contest in the Saddle River Board of Education election this April. John Lasalandra has filed for the one, three-year term on the board, and Keith Pennell has filed for the one-year unexpired term that is now available. Both trustees are incumbents. Pennell’s term is now expiring, but he has chosen to run for the unexpired term currently held by Lasalandra. Lasalandra, who was appointed to the board in 2010, and is now running for Pennell’s three-year seat. Lasalandra grew up in Ringwood and moved to Saddle River 14 years ago. He is a graduate of Lakeland Regional High School and William Paterson University, No contest in Saddle River election where he received a bachelor’s degree in communications. He was a journalist and TV news anchor before becoming a stay at home father. Pennell, who has been a borough resident for 12 years, has been in the investment banking and private equity investment fields. The candidate attended Deerfield Academy in Vermont and graduated from Middlebury College with degrees in economics and art history. He has coached young people of various ages in competitive ski racing and lacrosse. His children attend the local schools. He has served on the Saddle River Board of Education since 2005. This year, voters in Upper Saddle River will be asked to choose two of five candidates who filed for the two full three-year terms on the K-8 board of education. Voters will also choose two of three candidates who filed for the two available one-year unexpired terms. Incumbent trustees Kenneth Amano and Jennifer Johnston have filed for the two three-year terms. They will be School board election draws multiple candidates challenged by Federico Berlingeri, Lisa Esposito, and Brian Hoffman. A sixth candidate, Rosemarie Hebner, who had filed by last week’s deadline, withdrew her name from consideration before press time. Incumbents Peter Koski and Angela Sacco-Torres are running for the two unexpired terms. Newcomer Sharon Reissman has also filed for one of these seats. 4 th ANNUAL Presenting Sponsor ! s eed s Now N r e nte u Vol ������������������������������ You can make a difference in the life of a needy woman or child when you volunteer your time at OASIS, A Haven for Women and Children in Paterson. • Food Pantry Drives (4,066 bags of food were distributed last year) • Baby Supplies Drives • Office Help • After-School Program (85% of the children enrolled showed significant improvement on their report cards) • Holiday Events • Students ages 11-17 also welcome (ask us where they can help) May 1, 2011 Random prize Waldwick High School Track & Field drawings 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. at the to all Waldwick High School Track registered Wyckoff Avenue & Hopper Avenue participants Race Time: 5K Race: 9:00 a.m. Pre-race pick up 1 Mile Fun Walk: 9:30 a.m. bib, shirt & goody Course: 5K certified course and sanctioned by bags at Waldwick the USATF Rain or Ambulance Corps Shine. 4-7 PM Course Description: Fast, rolling hills, scenic park, Sat. 4/30 – track finish No refunds will be given $20.00 registration recieved by April 22nd B tag Chip Timing 5K Entry Fees: $25.00 registration after April 22nd or on e results will Rac day of race. Commerative t-shirts to all be available on pre-registered and post registered (while www. supplies last). Group discounts of 10% Bestrace,com Goody bags with 10+ entries. Race day T-shirt to all to the first pre-registrants. Race day 300 tos pho 1 Mile Fun Walk: $20.00 registration registered Waterfront house on Fripp Island, SC (near historic Beaufort and Parris Island). s/ provided by runner Bill Ranch style with extended large deck overlooking the ocean and own Run access, s walker No pets, roller blades, bikes, or skateboards during the 5K beach n Smithuyse screened porch, 4 BR, 2½ baths, full kitchen, greatthe 1 Mile Fun Walk Satellite Strollers will be permitted during room with fireplace. TV, internet, wash/dryer andForm, additional informationcommunity featuring 2 Official Entry gas grill. Sleeps 8-10. In gated and directions championship golf courses, several swimming pools, tennis, marina and more. $2900./ on www.waldwickchamberofcommerce.com or call Kim Post at 201-693-6734 week. Two amenity cards included; add’l cards may be purchased. Golf cart avail. at add’l or pick up form at: The Village Grille, Borough of Waldwick Municipal Bldg, fee. Call 843-597-2492 or check website: www.frippocean.com for information. Kallman Travel, Plaza Jewelers, Massage Envy Proceeds to benefit Kisses 4 Kelly and the community of Waldwick 5 K RUN AND 1 MILE WALK Date: Location: Registration: • Serve Lunch (60,000 meals were served last year) • Hold Babies in our Nurturing/ Children’s Center • GED Tutoring • Distribute Clothing to the Needy • Computer Classroom Assistant • ESL Tutors (English as a Second Language) • Workplace Readiness Workshops • Social Club Leader (yoga, crafts, journaling, other fun activities) Volunteers are needed in all areas. Monday through Friday. Once a week or every other week. Bring a friend or two! To volunteer or for more information, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Jean Gaviglio at jeangaviglio@oasisnj.org or call 973-881-8307, ext. 133. 59 Mill Street • Paterson, NJ 07501 • www.oasisnj.org Oasis is changing lives, one woman and child at a time.