Ridgewood December 19, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 21 Knights host party for seniors The Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Council 1736 held the annual Christmas Party for senior citizens in the Parish Center at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Guests were treated to a buffet lunch, entertainment, Christmas carols, and a surprise visit from Santa Claus. The entertainment began with a selection of popular Broadway tunes performed by members of Ridgewood High School’s New Players under the direction of John Judge, assistant music director at Ridgewood High School. Bill and Jean Mueller then performed a series of comedy skits. Afterward, Patrick Mullin took the microphone and led the crowd in Christmas carols a cappella. Grand Knight Doug Findlay compared the seniors to Academy Award winners, football Pro-Bowlers, and baseball All-Stars, all wrapped into one. He said it is an honor to throw this party every year. Clockwise from right: Members of the Ridgewood High School entertained the crowd with a selection of Broadway favorites led by musical director John Judge. Santa delivers Christmas presents for all. Santa and Father Thomas Quinn. Guests gathered in the Parish Center. Santa waves to the crowd.