December 7, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 25 Ramsey Review Breakfast with Santa is December 11 The Ramsey Fire Department will host Santa at the Holiday Breakfast on Sunday, Dec. 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children may have their photos taken with Santa and may have their faces painted. A light breakfast will be available. Elves will be on hand to help. A donation will be accepted. For more information about the fire department and its activities, visit the department on Facebook at Ramsey, New Jersey volunteer fire department or RFD Home for the Holidays. Scouts sell Christmas trees and wreaths Each weekend in December, Ramsey Boy Scout Troop 31 and Girl Scout Troops 912 and 1341 will be selling Christmas trees and wreaths at the high school tennis courts. The annual sale will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The fresh cut trees and wreaths come directly from Canada. Free local delivery is offered by the Boy Scouts. Association hosts Devils fundraiser The Ramsey Hockey Association has a limited number of tickets for the New Jersey Devils v. Tampa Bay Lightning game at Prudential Center on Sunday Feb. 26 at 1 p.m. On the program that day will be a special appearance by the Ramsey Mites during the first intermission. Tickets are $40 and proceeds from the ticket sales will benefit the association. For additional information about this event, e-mail sdiamond@ramseyhockey.com or call Steve at (201) 394-3731. Handel’s ‘Messiah’ to be performed On Dec. 10 at 4 p.m., Saint John’s Episcopal Church in Ramsey will resound with a chorus of voices singing Handel’s “Messiah.” Community singers are invited to join in singing one of the greatest oratorios ever written. A Candlelight Reception in the church parish hall will imme- diately follow. The performance will be directed by Saint John’s Choirmaster Drew Kreismer. Organist Richard Frey will provide accompaniment on the Nevin pipe organ, which consists of more than 1,300 pipes across three manuals. Featured professional soloists include Ann Lee-MacKenzie, soprano; Beth Schwartz, mezzo-soprano; Sean Fallen, tenor; and James Gregory, bass. The Saint John’s Senior Choir will provide additional vocal support for the event. Just how, where, and when the tradition of community “Messiah Sings” began is less than clear. The practice of standing for the “Hallelujah” chorus is said to have begun when the piece was performed in London in 1743 and King George II stood upon hearing “For the Lord God Omnipotent Reigneth,” remaining on his feet until the chorus finished. However the tradition began, singing Handel’s “Messiah” together with family, friends, and neighbors remains a wonderful way to celebrate Christmas. Tickets are $15 at the door, or may be ordered in advance by calling the church. Singers may bring their own scores or rent scores for $5 at the door. For more information, contact the church office at (201) 327-0703, e-mail ellen. joyce@stjohnsramsey.org, or visit www.stjohnsramsey. org. The church is located on the corner of Main Street and Franklin Turnpike. The worship schedule includes Sunday services at 8 and 10 a.m., plus a Celtic Mass on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Ladies’ Christmas Tea set The women of the First Presbyterian Church will hold its annual Ladies’ Christmas Tea on Sunday, Dec. 11 from 3 to 5 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. The program will include poems, readings, and special music. Performers will include harpist Penny McCulloch, the Agape Handbell Choir, and the “Meandering Minstrels” group. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at the church during coffee hour, at the church office during the week, or by contacting Polly Fitzsimmons at (201) 236-9369. Art and a Cause benefit set The Asperger’s Auxiliary of West Bergen Mental Healthcare will offer Art and a Cause at the Paramus Elks on Route 17 in Paramus on Friday, Dec. 9 from 7 to 10 p.m. The charitable event will benefit programs supported by West Bergen’s Asperger’s Auxiliary. Attendees may enjoy the fine work of local artisans, music by the Fine Tuners Youth String Orchestra, and light refreshments at the reception. All artwork will be for sale. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for youth. Adult tickets include one glass of wine or beer. For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact Contact Chrissie Lijoi at clijoi@westbergen.org or visit www.westbergen.org. The auxiliary’s members are dedicated to using their skills, time, and talents in support of the activities and mission of West Bergen’s Asperger’s Related Services. The group’s mission is to increase awareness and access to programs and create community involvement in supporting Asperger’s Related Services. This is accomplished, in part, by raising funds that will help individuals in need of services. It also involves enriching programs by providing additional resources or components. Take Time for Yourself’ returns The Ramsey Public Library has re-introduced its “Take Time for Yourself” programs for adults. Betsy Coyne, the PC teacher, will offer three computer workshops for adults. Session one, “Efficiently Searching the Internet,” will meet Dec. 8. Session two, “Using Facebook,” will meet on Dec. 15. Session three, “Where Have All My Photos Gone?” will be held on Dec. 22. Classes will run from 7 to 8:45 p.m. For more information, visit www.ramseylibrary.org or contact Ellen Smith at (201) 327-1445. The library is located at 30 Wyckoff Avenue in Ramsey. Table Tennis Club back in session The Ramsey Recreation Commission has announced that the Ramsey Table Tennis Club has resumed its Tuesday games. Ramsey adults of all skill levels are welcome. Play is open from 6:30 to 9:45 p.m. at Eric S. Smith Middle School, 73 Monroe Street. Paddles and balls are available, but players are invited to bring their own equipment. Participation is free. Tables are set up in the auxiliary gym near the school’s main gym. Call (201) 934-6124.