October 10, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 29 Park Windmill Community invited to basketball meeting The Midland Park Basketball Association will hold a public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. The session will be held in the conference room of the Midland Park Public Library at 250 Godwin Avenue. The group will discuss the upcoming basketball season for boys and girls in kindergarten through eighth grade. The community is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Jerry Mercadante at (201) 490-4012. Boosters host Spirit Week The Midland Park High School Athletic Boosters Association is promoting “Spirit Week” for these MPHS athletic events: Oct. 18, the Girls Varsity Tennis at home v. Cresskill at 4 p.m.; Oct. 19, Football Varsity Game v. Hasbrouck Heights at 7 p.m. at Waldwick High School; Oct. 20, Boys and Girls Cross Country meets at Darlington Park in Mahwah at 10 a.m. and 10:40 a.m.; Oct. 22, Girls Varsity Soccer at home v. Park Ridge at 4 p.m.; Oct. 23, Boys Varsity Soccer at home v. Park Ridge at 4 p.m.; and Oct. 24, Girls Varsity Volleyball at home v. Leonia at 4 p.m. Residents and team supporters are encouraged to come out and cheer for Midland Park’s student athletes. Ambulance corps seeks volunteers The Midland Park Volunteer Ambulance Corps is seeking EMT certified individuals. Members would be allowed to sign up for shifts that meet their personal schedules. The corps encourages trained residents to not let their certifications lapse. To join, call (201) 444-3838 or e-mail certmp@yahoo. com. Visit http://www.midlandparkambulance.com/and click “Join MPAC” on the left side of the home page. Lions Club slates fundraiser On Tuesday, Oct. 23, Rosario’s Trattoria at 29 Central Avenue in Midland Park will sponsor a Coupon Night fundraiser to benefit the Midland Park Lions Club. Restaurant patrons must present valid coupons in order to participate in this fundraiser. Coupons are available at the Midland Park Library at 250 Godwin Avenue, or by calling (201) 444-8601. The restaurant will donate 20 percent of the proceeds (after tax and gratuity) to the Lions. Soccer Association plans meeting The Midland Park Soccer Association will meet on Monday, Oct. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Midland Park Library at 250 Godwin Avenue. The agenda will include magnet sales, updating bylaws, and planning the end of season party. Parents with children in the in-town and travel leagues are encouraged to attend. For details, contact Carl Krag at (201) 612-9811 or Paul Olson at tpolson@optonline.net. Scouts collect for Baby Bundles During the month of October, Midland Park Girl Scout Troops 4661 and 4695 will be accepting donations of new baby items for needy babies in the area. The following items are needed: diapers, clothing, ointments, bibs, infant toys, pacifiers, wipes, nursing accessories, washcloths, bowls and spoons, and baby wash and lotion. Please note: Glass items and baby formula cannot be accepted. New and unused baby items may be dropped off at the following locations: Godwin School, 41 East Center Street; Highland School, 31 Highland Avenue; Midland Park High School, 250 Prospect Street; Midland Park Memorial Library, 250 Godwin Avenue; A&P, 137 Lake Street; Dunkin Donuts, 80 Godwin Avenue; and Starbucks, 85 Godwin Avenue. Have ‘Coffee with the Mayor’ Midland Park Mayor Bud O’Hagan will host his monthly “Coffee with the Mayor” session on Saturday, Oct. 20. O’Hagan will welcome the public at 10 a.m. in the second floor conference room at borough hall. Residents are encouraged to stop by and discuss any items of interest in this informal setting. Borough hall is located at 280 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park. Cooperstown team holds Wreath Sale The Midland Park 2013 Cooperstown Baseball Team is selling wreaths to help fund next summer’s trip to Cooperstown. The 25-inch wreaths are available in three styles: Classic ($25), Cranberry Splash($30), and Victorian ($30). To place an order, contact Angela Caprio at (201) 650-8415 or Cheryl Hartman at (201) 675-1225. All orders must be received by Oct. 26. Delivery is scheduled for Thanksgiving week. Interact Club sets events The Midland Park High School Interact Club will host a Yard Sale on Saturday, Oct. 13 at the high school at 250 Prospect Street. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Rain date: Oct. 20.) The club is also holding an athletic shoe collection to help fund club programs. Gently used athletic shoes, cleats, and sneakers may be dropped off at Family Hair Care, 222 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park, through Oct. 15. Church holds Food Drive, pet blessing The Midland Park United Methodist Church is collecting non-perishable foods in support of Action Against Hunger. The collection will take place on Sunday, Oct. 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the A&P in Midland Park. On Oct. 14, the church will hold its 11th Annual Bless- ing of the Animals Service at 4 p.m. Families and pets are welcome to this annual service started by Saint Francis of Assisi. The church is located at 269 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park. Auxiliary announces meeting The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 130 of Midland Park will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 10. The meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. at Veterans’ Hall located at 28 Faner Road. Refreshments will be served. To join the group, or for details, call President Donna Hoffman at (201) 445-3140. Letters to the Editor (continued from previous page) recognized by Mayor Chris De Phillips as lowest in Northwest Bergen, and Committeeman Brian Scanlan honored Kevin by stating, “You made lemonade out of lemons.” Kevin’s fiscal prudence and leadership skills are truly required assets on the township committee. The RooneyJepsen team will bring the balanced business-like approach best represented for all of Wyckoff. Maintaining the character and small town charm of Wyckoff, while recognizing that property values need to remain high is only part of their focus. They understand the need to keep our municipal tax low, our children and residents safe, and reduce traffic congestion. On Nov. 6, please cast your vote for the Rooney-Jepsen team. Chela Bruno Wyckoff Gala honorees (continued from page 12) member of the Class of 1991. Kennedy, a member of the Class of 1995, was killed by a suicide bomber targeting U.S. Army leaders in Sarkowi, Afghanistan, on Aug. 8, 2012. Kennedy was most recently assigned to the Headquarters Company of the 4th Infantry Division’s 4th Brigade Combat Team based at Fort Carson, Colorado. He had been deployed to Afghanistan for just two weeks when the attack was made on him and the U.S. leaders on their way to meet Afghan leadership. He was on his fourth tour of duty. He had earned numerous awards and medals for his service, including the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Presidential Unit Citation, and the Valorous Unit Award. Tickets for the President’s Gala are available for $190 per person. Advertising in the gala journal and sponsorship opportunities are also available. For information, and to make reservations, contact Jennifer Passerino at (201) 3272049 or e-mail alumni@donboscoprep.org. Proceeds from this event will benefit educational programs and provide financial assistance for needy students at Don Bosco Prep. Founded in 1915, Don Bosco Prep is a Catholic college preparatory high school dedicated to educating young men in pursuing academic, spiritual, artistic, athletic, and personal excellence. The school’s 35-acre campus is located at 492 North Franklin Turnpike in Ramsey. For further information, call (201) 327-8003. Week of Respect (continued from page 10) announcements included quotes intended to inspire respect and compassion in the school community. On Tuesday, each student committed to one or more random acts of kindness and, in their classrooms, they wrote a short description of the act, how they think they made someone feel, and how they felt afterward. On Wednesday, students were given new seats in the cafeteria in order to foster new relationships and expand social boundaries. On Thursday, students took the AntiBullying Pledge with their class. Friday was School Spirit Day, and the students dressed in red, white, and blue to show respect for the nation’s veterans and those in the armed forces. Morning and afternoon meetings were held throughout the week to focus on respect in various ways. J.KOSTER