Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • October 17, 2012 Village observes Gold Star Mother’s Day The Gold Star Mother’s Day Committee and members of the community recently commemorated Gold Star Mother’s Day at Ridgewood’s Van Neste Park, where luminaria were lit in honor of Gold Star Mothers and their families. The committee also encouraged village residents to light thousands of other luminaria in recognition of this event. American Legion Post 53 and Ridgewood’s Blue Star Families are committed to bringing awareness to the community and to commemorate the sacrifices these mothers and their families have made for the country.