July 18, 2012 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 13 Allendale Notebook CERT seeks vehicle donation The Allendale Community Emergency Response Team is seeking the donation of an SUV or heavy duty pickup truck. Anyone who can donate a vehicle in good working condition that is equipped for towing may contact Pete Branigan at GPBAllendaleCERT@yahoo.com. Pizzarelli to perform John Paul “Bucky” Pizzarelli, a life-long North Jersey resident and accomplished jazz guitarist, will perform a concert highlighting his personal style on Wednesday, July 25 at 2 p.m. at The Allendale Community for Mature Living. Pizzarelli will be accompanied by guitarist Ed Laub. A Saddle River resident, Pizzarelli will demonstrate his mastery of the seven-string guitar as he plays jazz, swing, and big band favorites at the free performance, which is open to the general public. Pizzarelli, who grew up in Paterson, began his professional career at 17 before enlisting in the Army. In 1952, he joined NBC as a staff musician and played with Skitch Henderson. Twelve years later, he became a member of the Doc Severinsen band on “The Tonight Show” starring Johnny Carson, where he accompanied guest bands and musicians, including Tiny Tim. Pizzarelli also toured with Benny Goodman, played on seven hits with Dion and the Belmonts, and performed for two presidents and at a private party for former first lady Pat Nixon. He is a member of the ASCAP Jazz Wall of Fame and New Jersey Hall of Fame, and has received the Mac Lifetime Achievement Award. The concert will be held in The Atrium Lobby, 85 Harreton Road. Seating is limited, and advance reservations are required. Refreshments will be served. To register, call (201) 825-0660, extension 7997. Civic association to meet The Allendale Civic Association will meet on Thursday, Aug. 2 from 8 to 9 p.m. in the council chambers of the second floor of the Allendale Municipal Building at 500 West Crescent Avenue. The ACA is an unaffiliated civic association with the mission to engage citizens in the open discussion of issues relevant to the Borough of Allendale and to encourage and support candidates for municipal office who will address these concerns. The meetings are open to all Allendale residents. For details, contact Tom Robbins at (201) 934-5573 or atomrob@yahoo.com. Advisory group seeks members The Allendale Council is seeking interested residents to participate on a Sewer Advisory Committee. The committee will examine issues relating to the borough’s sewer system, including the use of illegal sump pumps. Residents interested in joining the committee may e-mail GwenMcCarthy@allendalenj.gov. A meeting schedule will be determined after the committee is formed. For more details, call Jackie McSwiggan at (201) 818-4027. Career development group offered The Allendale Clergy Association has formed a career development group called Opening Doors. The group provides a venue for peer support, networking, and practical job search resources for those who are in transition or seeking to rejoin the workforce. Opening Doors will provide resources for those who seek a communal face-to-face setting, and for those who would prefer to access them from home. Weekly meetings are held on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Highlands Presbyterian Church, at 270 Franklin Turnpike. All are welcome. The first Wednesday of each month begins with a specific career development topic such as self/career assessment, resume/cover letter writing, interviewing skills, and tutorials on networking sites. On-site WiFi will be available, and representatives from the business community and the Allendale clergy will be on hand at each meeting. Contact Highlands Presbyterian Church at (201) 327-4466 or office@highlandschurch.net with questions.