December 21, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 11 Ramsey Review Learn to conquer clutter The Ramsey Public Library will offer a program on conquering clutter on Wednesday, Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. Professional organizer Linda Anders will discuss how to eliminate paper piles and how to find unused space. Register for this free program by calling the library at (201) 327-1445. The library is located at 30 Wyckoff Avenue in Ramsey. Giving Tree set up at library The Ramsey Junior Woman’s Club is seeking donations for its annual Holiday Giving Tree. The club asks area residents to select a gift tag from the tree located at the Ramsey Library and help make the holidays a little happier for a fellow Ramsey resident. The tree is decorated with handand heart-shaped ornaments made by the Ramsey Juniors, capturing the spirit of the Juniors’ motto: “With hearts and hands we serve.” Gifts should be wrapped with the tag attached and returned to the library by Dec. 20. The library is located at 30 Wyckoff Avenue. 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. Troop 31 to celebrate 100 years, events slated Ramsey Boy Scout Troop 31, considered to be the second oldest troop in the nation, will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2012. Troop 31 was chartered in 1912 and has filed 100 charter renewals since that time. The Hawthorne Fortitude Lodge #200 Free and Accepted Masons sponsor the organization. Ernie Larrat, chairman of the Centennial Committee, has announced a full schedule of events during 2012 to celebrate the group’s longevity. A Beefsteak Dinner will be held at the Knights of Columbus on March 3 to usher in the year. There will be a Troop 31 showcase at Finch Park on the weekend of June 23 and 24, with a campout, bonfire, and outdoor style food. As the group nears its 2012 milestone, it currently has 100 Boy Scouts and 30 adult leaders, making it the largest troop in the council. It has performed countless Eagle Scout project around the borough, including many done for church groups. Troop 31 meets at Ramsey High School on Monday nights. Michael McKiever currently serves as Scoutmaster and Mary Ellen Endress is chairwoman of the Troop Com- mittee. For additional information about Troop 31 or the Centennial, contact Michael Adams at (201) 825-3400, extension 420. Farmers Market to continue in winter The Ramsey Farmers Market has moved indoors to the Eric Smith School at 73 Monroe Street. The indoor market will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through March 25. Over 20 vendors will be participating, bringing artisanal breads and cheeses, seasonal fresh produce, homemade chili, gourmet coffees and teas, nuts, homemade toffee, and so much more. Farm fresh seasonal produce will be available. The Ramsey Farmers Market is sponsored by the Ramsey Historical Association. Visit www.ramseyfamersmarket.org for the latest market information or call (201) 675-6866. The Pay it Forward program collection will continue at the indoor market. Library announces program, sells calendar fundraiser The Friends of Ramsey Library will present a show featuring Francine Evans and Joel Zelnick in a tribute to the Vegas “Rat Pack” on Jan. 15, 2012. The Friends of the Ramsey Library, a volunteer organization, has available for purchase 2012 Book Lover’s Calendars. Calendars may be purchased at the library throughout the fall. The Friends of Ramsey Library group meets on the second Monday of each month at 10 a.m. in the library at 30 Wyckoff Avenue, Ramsey. New members are welcome. For more information, call (201) 327-1445 or e-mail bloom@bccls.org. 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 more information, e-mail sdiamond@ramseyhockey.com or call Steve at (201) 3943731. Registration under way at play center Registration for the winter season at The New Park ‘N Play, an indoor play center located in Ramsey, is open and may be completed at www.thenewparknplay.com. Open to all children from newborn to age six, The New Park ‘N Play offers unlimited play from Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Membership is $225 per family. Registration forms are available online at www. thenewparknplay.com. The New Park ‘N Play, a non-profit organization run by volunteer parents, provides a creative, safe, and clean indoor play center for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The center is located at 15 Shuart Lane in Ramsey (in the basement of the First Presbyterian Church). For more information, visit www.thenewparknplay.com, e-mail info@thenewparknplay.com, or call (201) 760-8767. Teens available for employment YES (Youth Employment Services) has a roster of available Ramsey High School teens who babysit; pet sit; do yard work, computer, or office work; and a host of other jobs. Call (201) 785-2300, extension 21983 or e-mail YES@ramsey.k12.nj.us. FORL welcomes new members The Friends of Ramsey Library organization meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. New members are welcome. Call the library at (201) 327-1445 for more information, or visit the library website: www. ramseylibrary.org. VFW seeks military men and women The VFW Post 682 in Ramsey is looking for young military men and women for the parades and ceremonial duties. Training will be provided. Anyone interested should contact VFW Commander Guy Green at (201) 481-5762. English as Second Language Class resumes Ramsey adults who have some English skills and want to practice their vocabulary and speaking skills are invited to join the next session of the Ramsey Public Library’s ESL Conversation Class. Mary Casey, an English as Second Language instructor, will lead the class. Due to the formal class room format, children are not permitted. Classes will meet on Wednesdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the library at 30 Wyckoff Avenue. Contact Ellen Smith or Betsy Trum at (201) 327-1445 or at ramsey.esl@bccls.org. (continued from page 9) and enhance productivity. “While many water suppliers nationwide are facing problems of aging infrastructure, United Water works to address those concerns in a timely manner. 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