Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • January 18, 2012 As the needs of the community grow and evolve, the Midland Park Children’s Love Fund has developed new approaches to fundraising initiatives that will allow the organization to provide greater financial assistance by increasing the gross dollar amount of donations and pursuing programs that increase the dollars retained after expenses. The organization has also welcomed Love Fund develops new fundraising initiatives Katelyn Nejmeh and Michael DaSilva as members of the Fundraising Committee. They will dedicate their energy to making the new efforts a success. Valentine’s Day has traditionally been the holiday the fund chose to ask neighbors to “give a little bit of your heart” to the less fortunate in the community. This year, the Love Fund will continue to use the season to appeal to neighbors, this Committee members pictured, from left: Michael DaSilva, Kathy Piscitello, Katelyn Nejmeh, Joanne Gentile, Joanne Wagstaff, Noreen Desbiens, Michele Nejmeh, Pat McGlade, Connie Cervati, and Laurie Kamp. Congratulations Midland Park Police Chief John Casson presents a congratulatory plaque to Ryan Halliwell upon his attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. As his Eagle Project, Halliwell, a member of Midland Park Troop 157, organized a team that worked more than 100 hours doing maintenance work, painting and repairs to a summer lodge at Camp Marcella for the Blind, sponsored by the Lions Club. time through a fun-filled evening. On Saturday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m., the organization will host Uncle Floyd for an evening of local Jersey comedy at Kennedy Hall at The Church of the Nativity. Uncle Floyd has been entertaining audiences since the early 1970s, and has appeared on network television, cable TV, and radio over the course of his career. Known for poking fun at his native New Jersey, Uncle Floyd is a hilarious act, and is sure to bring smiles to all who attend. Tickets for the Uncle Floyd show are $40 per person, and include a pasta dinner and dessert. Those who attend may bring their own beverages. For information, or to purchase tickets, call Michele Nejmeh at (201) 670-7292, or email shell0323@aol.com. The Love Fund thanks the community for its gracious generosity in 2011 and over the 35 years of the Love Fund’s existence. Without this unwavering and selfless support, the valuable assistance the organization provides to the children of our community would not be possible. Donations may be made at any time by sending a check to: The Midland Park Children’s Love Fund, P.O. Box 327, Midland Park, NJ 07432 or online at www.mpchildrenslovefund.org.