February 2, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 23 Mahwah Minutes Elks host breakfast, Pasta Night The Mahwah Elks, 1 Foxwood Lane in Mahwah, will host an All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast on Sunday, Feb. 6 from 8 to 11 a.m. The cost is $5 for seniors, $6 for adults, and $3 for children ages six through 12. Children age five and younger will be admitted free of charge. The buffet breakfast will include eggs any style, pancakes, french toast, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, coffee, tea, and juice. On Feb. 11, the Elks will hold a Pasta Night from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This all-you- can-eat event will feature a buffet dinner of homemade pasta with meatballs, sausage, salad, bread, coffee, dessert, and beverage. Tickets are $8 for seniors, $9 for adults, and $5 for children ages six through 12. Children age five and younger will be admitted free of charge. For tickets, call (201) 529-2906. For GPS directions to the Mahwah Elks, use 13 Foxwood Lane, Suffern, New York. Klapper to address parent group Alicia Klapper, LCSW, MSW from the Counseling Centers in Wyckoff will present “Helping Children Get through The Childhood Years” to the Mahwah Parent Advocacy Group on Wednesday, Feb. 23 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Klapper helps adolescents and their families cope with emotional issues and anxiety. She will discuss strategies for dealing with these issues, and will be available to answer questions. The meeting will be held in the media center at Mahwah High School, 50 Ridge Road. All are welcome. The Mahwah Parent Advocacy Group is a parent-run, voluntary group. For more information contact Christine Luciano at (201) 512-1828. Board of health to meet The Mahwah Board of Health will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Mahwah Municipal Building, 475 Corporate Drive. Spanish music and dance program set Segue, with violinist Sarah E. Geller, danger Eva Conti Alegria, and classical and flamenco guitarist Jared Newman, will present “Ritmo, Color, y Pasion” on Sunday, Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. at the Mahwah Public Library. The program explores the tragically romantic soleá, the passionate tientos and the fiery tango, and the soulful songs and instrumental dances of Manuel de Falla, Enrique Granados, and Isaac Albéniz. Highlighted by flashes of colorful flamenco skirts, fiery guitar, and the warmth of the violin’s voice, this program is deeply rooted in Spain’s time-honored flamenco dance. This program is free. Seats will be provided on a “first come” basis. The library is located at 100 Ridge Road, Mahwah. Call (201) 529-READ. Lettis to discuss ‘Huckleberry Finn’ Join Professor Richard Lettis on Feb. 9 as he discusses Mark Twain’s classic novel “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” The program will be held at 7 p.m. in the Winter Room at the Mahwah Public Library. In his novel, Twain presents a powerful case for the idea of freedom. In a range of characters and forceful scenes, he describes a boy’s desperate struggle to free himself from his society’s restrictions, and his friend from its most dire form: slavery. So compelling and aggressive is this attack on the enemies of freedom, that “Huckleberry Finn” has been described as a subversive work of fiction. Dr. Lettis, professor emeritus of English literature at Long Island University, taught for 30 years on both the undergraduate and graduate levels. He served as chairman of the English department and dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. He has published two books, a pamphlet, and articles on Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and J.D. Salinger. Dr. Lettis earned his Ph.D. at Yale University and has edited several college textbooks. This program is free. No registration is necessary. The library is located at 100 Ridge Road. Call (201) 529READ for more information. Church hosts Chili Dinner The Ramapo Reformed Church at 100 Island Road, Mahwah, will host a Chili Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 5 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. (Snow date: Feb. 12.) The dinner will include homemade three bean vegan chili, with addin choices of beef, turkey, onions, peppers, cheese, sour cream, and hot sauce. Also on the menu are chips, beverages, and dessert. Tickets are $6 per person; refills are $3 each. Tickets may be purchased by calling the church office at (201) 529-3075. For more information, visit www. ramaporeformedchuch.org. Learn about American presidents “Presidential Tidbits and Trivia” will be presented by Sid Frank from the Liberty Hall Museum on Wednesday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at the Mahwah Public Library. In addition to being some of the greatest men in American history, these presidents were also people with their own unique quirks. This program is free; no registration is necessary. Seats will be provided on a “first come” basis. The Mahwah Public Library is located at 100 Ridge Road. Call (201) 529-READ for more information. Scott to present history lecture Autumn Wind Scott will present “The People of the Slanting Rock” at the Mahwah Museum on Thursday, Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Through photos and artifacts, Scott will relate the story of New Jersey’s aboriginal people. Chair of the New Jersey State Commission on American Indian Affairs, Scott is a member of the Ramapough Lenape Nation. She has served her community officially since 1999 as a member of the New Jersey State Commission on American Indian Affairs. Appointed in early 2007 by Governor Corzine, Scott has been an activist for American Indian rights for over 20 years. She is a lecturer and a producer and coordinator of American Indian events. Admission to Scott’s lecture is $3 per person; free for Mahwah Museum members. Refreshments will be served. Reservations are recommended and may be made by visiting www.mahwahmuseum.org or by calling (201) 512-0099. The museum is located at 201 Franklin Turnpike, Mahwah. Free AARP tax program offered Trained counselors from AARP will be at the Mahwah Senior Center on Fridays from Feb. 7 through April 15 between the hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to assist seniors with their tax preparation forms. This year, participants will have the ability to file some tax returns electronically. Those seeking assistance should call to make an appointment and should bring tax returns from previous years, information about their 2009 earnings (including pensions, 1099s, and Social Security). All homeowners and tenants must complete a New Jersey return, regardless of their taxable income, if they wish to apply for the Fair Rebate. AARP Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service available to taxpayers with low- and middle-income, with special attention given to those age 60 and older. Call the Mahwah Senior Center at (201) 529-5757, extension 213 or 277, to schedule an appointment. Free CERT training begins Community Emergency Response Team training will be offered at the Bergen Law & Public Safety Institute in Mahwah beginning Wednesday, Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. Training provides residents with basic skills and information on what to do before, during, and after a disaster to aid themselves, their families, and their communities. There is no cost to participate in the eight-week course. At the completion of the program, basic CERT safety equipment will be issued to each participant. Class size is limited, so early registration is encouraged. For more information, Mahwah residents may contact Mahwah CERT Coordinator Allan Becker at (201) 9601932 or e-mail mahwahcert@optonline.net for a course application. Mahwah CERT is made up of volunteer residents who are trained to support professional first responders (police, fire fighters, EMTs, et. al.) in all types of emergency situations while serving the community in other ways during non-emergency times. CERT is part of a national program and is organized locally under the auspices of the Mahwah Air traffic (continued from page 5) Representatives, and members of the New Jersey State Legislature with the following statement: “The FAA plan represents a lack of balance between the concerns for the airline industry and the impacts to the health and welfare of the tens of thousands of permanent residents who are harmed by the proposed airspace changes and the Township Council of the Township ‘of Mahwah does hereby oppose the implementation of the FAA’s integrated airspace flight plan that will increase aircraft noise and air pollution over New Jersey.” Market Your Business Through The Villadom TIMES TIMES! ● Newspaper ● Internet ● Fliers & Inserts The Villadom TIMES is 100% mailed to 12 north west Bergen County towns with a total circulation of 56,300, and now you get the exposure of thousands of additional readers online! 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