November 23, 2011 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 17 Ramsey Review Ladies’ Christmas Tea set 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 church’s weekly worship schedule includes Sunday services at 8 and 10 a.m., plus a Celtic Mass on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. ‘Take Time for Yourself’ returns The Ramsey Public Library has re-introduced its “Take Time for Yourself” programs for adults. On Dec. 1, start the holiday season smarter by attending “Power of Food Education: Making the Holidays Healthier” session with nutrition expert Robin DeCicco. DeCicco will share tips and pamphlets on how to avoid the typical seasonal weight gain many individuals experience. The program will run from 7 to 8:45 p.m. 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. Parade participants sought The Ramsey Fire Department will host its annual Home for the Holidays event on Saturday, Dec. 3. This night time walking mall will begin at 6 p.m. and the parade will start at 7:15 p.m. from Dater School. Community and school groups are invited to enter a float in the parade. For information about float entries, e-mail rsterbinsky@ramseyfd.com. 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. Paul Talarico, Tim Edler, Paul Jadick, Bob Drennan, Jack Fitzsimmons, and Jack Greenshields 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. 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 immediately 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 Letters of intent (continued from page 9) Villanova University. A centerfielder for the Don Bosco Prep Ironmen, he is also a student ambassador, and a member of the Italian National Honor Society and the Italian Club. He is the son of Michael Mecca and Caryn De Pasquale of Ridgefield. Joseph Purritano has signed a letter of intent with Dartmouth University. At Don Bosco, he is an honor roll student and a member of the National Honor Society and the Italian Club. He is a first baseman on the Don Bosco Prep baseball team and has coached baseball for his town recreation program. Puritano is the son of Mary and Joseph Purritano of Woodcliff Lake. Grant Van Orden has committed to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point. He was the winner of the top academic award for Algebra II during his junior year, and is a third baseman for the Ironmen. He is the son of Gregg and Lori Van Orden of Wyckoff. Salvatore Mastriani has signed a letter of intent with Virginia Tech. He is a student ambassador, a football player, and a member of Don Bosco Prep’s wrestling team. He is the son of Salvatore and Jennifer Mastriani of Towaco. Alexander Henthorn has committed to attend Virginia Military Academy. Henthorn is a student ambassador, an attacker on the school lacrosse team, and a member of the football team. He is the son of Keith and Louise Henthorn of Ridgewood. John Petzold has signed a letter of intent with Fairfield University. He is a defenseman on the school lacrosse team and a member of the soccer club. He is the son of John and Lisa Petzold of Ridgewood. Andrew Neggia has signed a letter of intent with Bryant University. He is a member of the school’s swim team, and swam for five years on the Radburn Swim Team. He is the son of Alan and Julia Neggia of Fair Lawn. Don Bosco Preparatory High School is located in Ramsey and provides an education of the total person through a Catholic philosophy of life, fostering the spiritual, intellectual, social, moral, and physical growth of young men who wish to pursue higher education after graduation.