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Give your kitty a playmate; they will bring warmth and fun to your home for many years to come. The center is open for adoptions from 1 to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, and from 1 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Kittens to be adopted have been spayed or neutered, are up-to-date on vaccinations, will have had a wellness exam, and are micro-chipped. Animals available for adoption may be seen on the shelter’s website and on their Facebook page, facebook.com/BergenCountyAnimalShelter. All adoption applications are subject to approval. The shelter is located off Route 17 at 100 United Lane in Teterboro. For more information, call (201) 229-4600 or visit www.bergenhealth.org. Studio offers pottery classes Registration is under way for fall classes at the Worten- dyke Pottery Studio, located in the historic railroad station at 211 Greenwood Avenue in Midland Park. Fall pottery classes will begin Sept. 16. The studio offers ceramic instruction for adults and children. For more information, call (201) 652-5882 or visit www.wortendykestudio.com. Prostate support group to meet LifeLines, a supportive and informative resource for prostate cancer patients and their partners in northern Bergen County, will meet Tuesday, Aug. 27 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Church of the Presentation, 271 West Saddle River Road in Upper Saddle River. The group was formed by prostate cancer patients to share information and expe- rience about available treatment and service resources. Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of each month. For additional information, e-mail lifelines@optonline.net or visit www.lifelinespcsupport.com. YWCA hosts outdoor yoga classes YWCA Bergen County will hold two outdoor yoga classes for all ages and levels. Yoga and Hula Hooping, a light-hearted class taught by Himalayan Institute certified yoga instructor Elena Sheehy, will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 27 from 10 to 11 a.m. and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Hoops will be provided and no experience is necessary. Join Colleen Fontes, a certified instructor for over 20 years, on Wednesday, Aug. 28 for Yoga on the Grass. Classes will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Participants must bring a yoga mat to this class. Practitioners at any level are welcome. Classes will be held at the YWCA at 112 Oak Street in Ridgewood. Movement@YW members may participate for free. A $5 donation per person per class is suggested for non-members. Participants should be in general good health and able to sit, stand, and lie on the grass. Classes will be held indoors in the event of rain or extreme heat. For more information and to register, call Colleen Fontes at (201) 444-5600, extension 351. Choral Society holds auditions The New Jersey Choral Society, known for presenting outstanding and unique programs, is seeking experienced singers to audition for the 2013-14 season. Auditions are scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Saint Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church in Ridgewood. Audition requirements include performing one classical solo (orato- rio aria or art-song preferred), pitch memory drills, scales (major, minor, etc.), intervals, and sight-reading. To sched- ule an audition, call (201) 379-7719 and leave a message for the audition coordinator. NJCS is an ensemble of singers who are joined by their commitment to performing choral music of the highest artistic quality and to foster greater appreciation and enjoy- ment of choral music. All singers volunteer their services and are selected by audition. Requisites for auditioning include previous choral experience, music reading abil- ity, and availability to meet the NJCS rehearsal and per- formance schedule. Rehearsals are held on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the Ridgewood United Methodist Church, Get running! Bergen Highlands Ramsey Rotary President Howard Schrieber, Director of Girls on the Run New Jersey North Deb Siipola, Coaches Merrill Simpson and Terri Peri, and Girls on the Run participant Bailey Felderman recently gathered to help promote Girls on the Run. Girls from all towns are welcome to participate in this program for girls that uses running to inspire participants to be joyful, healthy, and confident. Registration is now open for three teams based in Ramsey: two Girls on the Run teams for those in grades three through five and one Girls on Track team for girls in grades six through eight. Another Girls on the Run team will be based in Glen Rock. For details, registration, and vol- unteer opportunities visit www.gotrnjn.org. 100 Dayton Street in Ridgewood, with additional rehears- als during performance weeks. SRYT holds auditions for ‘Seussical’ The Saddle River Youth Theatre will begin its 2013-14 season with auditions for the fall musical production of “Seussical.” Auditions will be held on Saturday, Sept. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Auditions are for character place- ment only; everyone gets a part. There will be four casts of “Seussical.” The SRYT Youth Musical Program will run from September through November with eight public performances in mid-Novem- ber. For more information or to register for an audition, visit www.sryt.org, call the box office at (201) 825-8805, or e-mail srytheatre@aol.com. The theater is located at 37 East Allendale Avenue in Allendale. The Saddle River Youth Theatre, founded in 1996, is a non-profit, 501 ( c )3 organization. Walk celebrates National Recovery Month The third annual Passaic County Recovery Walk to cel- ebrate National Recovery Month will be held Sept. 7. The organized walk will begins at 9 a.m. at 77 Hamilton Street in Paterson and proceed to East Side Park. Opening cer- emonies will be held on the courthouse steps. This year’s theme, “Join the Voices for Recovery: Together on Pathways to Wellness,” represents the many ways that people can prevent behavioral health issues, seek treatment, and sustain recovery as part of a commitment to living a mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritu- ally healthy life. The event celebrates people in recovery, lauds the contributions of treatment and service providers, and promotes the message that recovery in all its forms is possible. The event is sponsored by the Passaic County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Recovery Center at Eva’s Village, and the New Jersey Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. For more information, call (973) 754-6784. Ridgewood Singers seeking new members The Ridgewood Singers, now celebrating its 60 th year, (continued on page 22) August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 3 Franklin Lakes Robinson is borough’s new recreation director by Frank J. McMahon Franklin Lakes Mayor Frank Bivona has named Jason R. Robinson as the new director of recreation and parks. Robinson is a borough resident and current member of the Franklin Lakes Recreation Committee. The $65,000 director’s post became vacant in June when John Ciurciu resigned after six years of service. Franklin Lakes Borough Administrator Gregory Hart, Councilmen Joseph Kelly and Thomas Lambrix, and Recreation Committee member Edward LaScala served on the committee that interviewed 12 of the 53 applicants and held second interviews with four of the applicants before making a recommendation. In his letter to Mayor Frank Bivona expressing his interest in the job, Robinson said he is well suited for the position and that his resume attests to the familiarity and the expertise he has in areas of sports and organizational management. “On a professional level, I have extensive experience working with others in both educational and coaching environments,” Robinson said. “I am a certified teacher with a master’s degree in education with this background providing me with opportunities for frequent interaction with children and adolescents in teaching and coaching capacities. “As a result of my directing the Franklin Lakes Flag Football League; coaching various recreational and travel sports teams, including football, baseball, and bas- ketball; and being a member of the Franklin Lakes Rec- reation Committee, I have had the opportunity to develop many well established relations with parents and children involved in Franklin Lakes recreational programs.” Councilman Kelly, the governing body’s liaison to the Recreation Committee, explained the reasons the group of interviewers unanimously recommended Robinson. “Jason demonstrated during the interview process a level of preparedness and organization that set him apart from the other applicants, many of whom were also very qualified,” Kelly said. “His enthusiasm was impressive and infectious. We think that these qualities, together with his exceptional people skills, will make him very successful in this role and an attribute to our Franklin Lakes recreation community.” Robinson’s education includes a master’s degree in education from the University of Massachusetts in Boston in 1996, and a bachelor’s degree with a major in English/communications from Fitchburg State College in Fitchburg, Massachusetts in 1990. He has served as head basketball coach in the Police Athletic League in Boston; assistant track coach for the girls’ high school track team in Somerville, Massachu- setts; head basketball coach of the borough’s travel team; coach for the borough’s travel baseball program; direc- tor of the borough’s flag football program; and defensive coordinator for the borough’s football team. Robinson is the owner/operator of Wyckoff Wash, LLC, a car wash and polishing firm in Wyckoff. He was previously the territory safes manager/trainer for the Cardiac Rhythm Management Division of Boston Sci- entific in Natick, Massachusetts and district sales trainer of the New England district for Kos Pharmaceuticals in Miami, Florida. He was also territory business manager/district sales trainer for Bristol-Myers Squibb U.S. Pharmaceuticals in Princeton. He was a biology teacher in the Somerville High School in Somerville, Massachusetts. During the 1996 season, he was the corporate account manager for the New Jersey Devils Hockey Organization. A member of the United States Bobsled Team, Rob- inson is also a United States Amateur Boxing referee, judge, and timekeeper. As director of recreation and parks, Robinson’s responsibilities will include being the primary liaison to the Recreation Committee and liaison between parents and coaches. He will prepare and, after consultation with the Rec- reation Committee, submit a departmental budget and administer that budget. He will operate and promote the borough’s recreation programs; promote a safe environment for recreation programs; manage, inspect, and oversee the maintenance of all recreation facilities; inspect and maintain all recre- ation equipment and services; oversee program develop- ment and implementation; supervise, train, and evaluate staff; and administer programs for sports and recreational programs for children and adults. In addition, Robinson will administer the borough’s facilities use policy for the borough fields; coordinate gym and field use with the board of education; administer the recreation code of conduct policy; oversee the process of team selection; observe practices and games of all sports; and administer the process for selecting coaches and program directors in accordance with Recreation Committee policies. He will also supervise all program directors, coaches, and other volunteers. His responsibilities will also include the preparation of the Recreation Committee meeting agenda in consul- tation with the committee chairman, coordination of the registration for all recreation sports programs, recom- mendation of new programs or program changes to the Recreation Committee, overseeing the scheduling and maintenance of a master schedule of all recreation pro- grams, and overseeing the community center programs. Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • August 21, 2013 FLOW Area District meets anti-bullying law requirements by Frank J. McMahon The Ramapo Indian Hills Regional High School District is meeting the requirements of the New Jersey Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act, according to the first self- assessment conducted by the school district. However, improvement is needed according to the school district’s administration. The anti-bullying law was enacted in 2011, and the New Jersey Department of Education later directed all districts to con- duct an anti-bullying self-assessment each school year beginning with 2012-13. That first assessment is due by Aug. 31. Reporting on the self-assessment, Interim Superintendent Beverly Mackay explained that both schools in the regional district scored the same 56 out of 75 pos- sible points, which is somewhat above the 50 points that indicate all requirements were met. The assessment did not pertain to the number of harassment, intimidation, or bul- lying incidents that occurred in the district, but to indicators such as programs, training, and instruction. The scores are based on 25 indicator items in eight core categories of the assessment and the scores are calcu- lated on the basis of a point score of zero to three. Zero means a school does not meet requirements. One means the school par- tially meets requirements. Two means the school meets the requirements, and three means the school exceeds all requirements. Referring to the scores of both district high schools, Mackay said, “It’s a little lower than we’d like them to be but, we did meet all requirements in all categories. We will look to increase the number of our harassment, intimidation, or bullying pro- grams in order to increase our points. As we do more assessments, our scores will start to go up.” The eight core categories in the self- assessment are: HIB programs, approaches, or other initiatives; training on the board of education approved HIB policy; other staff instruction and training programs; cur- riculum and instruction on HIB and related information and skills; HIB personnel; school level HIB incident reporting pro- cedure; HIB investigation procedure; and HIB reporting. Both schools received a “meets or exceeds” score for all 25 indicators in the eight core categories. Mackay pointed out that the HIB law is Handy women very cumbersome for schools to follow and the reporting and investigation involved is very time consuming. School trustee Debra Strauss related her experience in another school district where they learned too late that all the activities involved in the HIB process require an abundance of proof. “It was very frustrating,” Strauss said, “because we did a lot of things but we didn’t know we needed proof of everything we did. The next time the scores will go up for everyone because now we know what they are looking for.” Three Ramapo High School students recently spent a week working with VOAD (Volunteer Organization Active in Disasters) of Bergen County and Rebuilding Together of New Jersey. Pictured are Aly LoPresti, Carly McHugh, and Nikki Sturno painting Washington Elementary School of Little Ferry. The 100-year-old school was damaged during Hurricane Sandy and plans to reopen in September. August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 5 Wyckoff Green policy adopted despite resident’s concerns by John Koster The Wyckoff Township Committee has voted to advance toward the silver and gold awards from the Sustainable Jersey pro- gram despite an objection by long-time resident Sue Winton. “You’re not going to get the best possible price from what you’re doing,” Winton told the Wyckoff Township Committee. “We the people were not included in this. You’re doing something to us that is not fiscally responsible.” Township committee members spoke one by one, asserting that what is good for the environment is generally good for tax- payers in a number of ways. Wyckoff Township Committeeman Brian Scanlan used his trip to the South in a hybrid car as an example. He reportedly got 55 miles to the gallon of gasoline while on the highway. “I think that, if applied properly, these policies could actually save money,” Scan- lan told Winton. “The experiences I have heard from four groups in New Jersey indicate that it actu- ally costs more,” the resident responded. Wyckoff has already won a bronze award in the Sustainable Jersey program and has undertaken such initiatives as not picking up grass clippings with township trucks so residents will be encouraged to compost at home. Winton previously asserted that there is no valid scientific case for global warming and that as many scientists say the percep- tible climate changes, like the intense heat during most of July, are cyclical rather than caused by man. After speaking with Winton, the town- ship committee members present voted unanimously to approve the policy recom- mended by the Wyckoff Environmental Team. Wyckoff officials pointed out that “green” purchasing was recommended “to the extent practicable” multiple times in the resolution. The basic policy is to institute practices that reduce waste by increasing product efficiency and effectiveness and to pur- chase products that minimize environmen- tal impact, toxins, pollution, and hazards to workers, and protect community safety to the greatest degree practicable. The goal is also to purchase products that include recycled content, are durable and long-lasting, conserve energy and water, and, where applicable, use agricul- tural fibers. The policy includes the use of products made with unbleached or chlorine-free manufacturing processes, those that are lead-free and mercury-free, and the use of wood from sustainably harvested forests. The document also advocates fiscal respon- sibility. Specifics include the purchase of reman- ufactured products such as toner cartridges, tires, furniture, equipment, and automo- tive parts when possible without reducing safety, quality, or effectiveness. Packaging that is reusable, recyclable, or compostable is preferred. Vendors will be urged to take back and reuse pallets and other shipping materials. The township will also purchase recy- cled barriers, barricades, signs, cones, and parking stops when these are compatible with safety standards. Wyckoff officials will also replace inte- rior and exterior lining with energy-effi- cient equipment. Water-saving devices, including high-performance fixtures and toilets, low-flow faucets, and upgraded irri- gation systems are also urged. The township will also reduce or elimi- nate its use of products that contribute to the formation of dioxins and furans. These products include paper and paper products processed with chlorine or chlorine deriva- tives. The township will also prohibit the purchase of products that use polyvinyl chlorides, which can be found in binders, furniture, flooring, and medical supplies. Natural wonder Residents from Hillcrest Residence at Christian Health Care Center in Wyckoff recently enjoyed a field trip to Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park. Despite windy weather, they were treated to some beautiful scenery. Pictured is Anna Kellmann. Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • August 21, 2013 Our hat’s off to The Lapinski Foundation for includ- ing ECF as a recipient of the funds raised at their annual Beefsteak Dinner. Thanks to Miss Patti’s School of Dance in Midland Park for taking several ECF families to see “Cinderella” in New York City. Our families currently need the following items: • New twin and queen-size sheets • Stage 3 and 4 diapers and baby wipes • Cake mix and icing for birthday bags • A computer hard drive • Microwaves and toaster ovens • Test strips for one of our diabetic children • New or gently-used air conditioners Most of all, we are looking for several volunteers who want to deliver food. Spanish-speaking individuals are preferred, but knowledge of Spanish is not required. We need drivers to deliver to Bergen and Essex counties. Our pantry is now running low. Please consider doing a fall food collection for us! Meet Megan: Three-year-old Megan was a healthy baby who started to reach her milestones like any other child. As she started to take her first steps she seemed to be a very happy baby, but at 14 months, she started to regress. Megan became very fatigued, cried a lot, and was not interested in walking. Mom and Dad took her to the doctors who had blood work done. The results showed that Megan’s white blood cell count was extremely high and that she had leukemia. Megan had three rounds of chemotherapy followed by a bone marrow transplant, which her parents hoped would be the thing that would give them their little girl back. However, her counts weren’t coming up. Megan needed a second transplant just one month after the first transplant. Finally, things started going well and Megan was regaining her ability to walk. Then she was struck with pneumonia. She had a difficult time fighting this illness and ended up in the ICU for three months on life support. The doctors started to give up on her, and were saying if she did come out of this they couldn’t say what her quality of life would be like. Finally, Megan regained her breathing. The doctors said no one ever survived what she went through. How- ever, Megan was so debilitated she couldn’t even cry because her vocal cords were not working. She couldn’t sit up or even move her legs and arms. She needed inten- sive therapy. She needed a feeding tube because she couldn’t eat and keep things down. They taught her to sign so she could make her needs known. Things were starting to get better and she was start- ing to walk again when she tripped over her own feet, fell, and broke her femur. Megan ended up in a cast from the waist down for about six weeks. During this time, she ended up with another virus that nearly took her life. She ended up back in the ICU because her sodium level was very high and she was losing a lot of fluid. Megan got better and was discharged from the hospital. Her cast was removed. The next day, while someone was holding her hand, she fell again and broke her other leg. Megan is in remission, but has other complications and continues to need physical therapy. She is seeing the transplant team every six months. They are also still trying to find out if she was affected cognitively, but they cannot test her until she is seven years old. Despite this incredible journey, Megan is a very happy child. She would love a bunk bed in girly colors that has storage. Please note that Megan lives about two hours from our Midland Park office, so gift cards to a store like Target would be the best option. We rely on our local community to help support our families. Many of them do not have the financial or emo- tional support to help them get through a major illness like cancer. Please remember that we do not charge any- thing for our services. We rely on you! If your company has a charitable giving program, please let us know. The community can help in a variety of ways. Turn your event into a fundraiser, and collect checks or gift cards for our families. Your efforts help us to help fami- lies in many ways, including sending a case worker to visit the families at their home or in the hospital. This support for the kids, their siblings, and parents is cru- cial. Get your kids involved, too. Some have held sales or events and donated the proceeds to ECF. Is your Cub Scout or Girl Scout Troop looking to earn badges? Call us for some ideas to get creative and have fun while learning about philanthropy! Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is now celebrating 30 years of providing exceptional free services to families all over New Jersey. We welcome members of the com- munity to make a contribution to honor this milestone. Just imagine how much good we could do with $30 from every reader! ECF is seeking volunteers to help with a 2013 holi- day party for our families. If you can provide food, gifts, activities, or crafts for our kids and their families, please call. If you have a few hours a week to spare, consider becoming a volunteer, or just stop by and meet with us, take a look at our pantry, and see what ECF is all about. Call (201) 612-8118 before you stop by. Please do not leave items at the center without checking with us first. Our storage space is limited. The Northern Regional Center is located at 174 Paterson Avenue in Midland Park. Visit us on the web at www.emmanuelcancer.org. As always, thank you for helping the children and their families! August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 7 Midland Park Resident objects to estimated water billing The Midland Park Mayor and Council plan to invite representatives from the Ridgewood Water Company to a public meeting in the fall to discuss concerns about the utility’s billing practices and other issues. The decision was prompted by a complaint from resi- dent Paul Felice about Ridgewood Water’s practice of sending estimated water bills for an extended period of time rather than regularly reading the meters to deter- mine actual consumption. “We’ll have them here to explain and to hear feedback from our residents,” said Councilman Nick Papapietro. “It’s important that someone meet with us, and that we hear what their plans are going forward,” he added. Felice’s frustration had been fueled by the fact that he had a water leak at his home, which he said he would have discovered sooner if he had been billed regularly. “If there is a problem, you don’t know it until you get the water bill,” said Felice, who noted that he had received a bill for $90 for one quarter and over $400 for the following quarter due to a broken pipe in a crawl space. “They should monitor for unusual spikes in consump- tion,” he continued. “If we had known sooner, we could have had it fixed. Every customer needs to know what the consumption is.” Mayor Patrick “Bud” O’Hagan said recent town expe- riences with Ridgewood Water had shown that the oper- ation is not sophisticated despite modern technology. “They are just one step above a mom and pop opera- tion,” the mayor said. Dave Scheibner, Ridgewood Water’s business man- ager, said there is no practical way for the utility to know consumers’ water consumption patterns and monitor spikes. “At some point, customers have to take responsibility. There are so many variables, it’s not possible to predict how people will use water. That’s why we have meters,” Scheibner said. The water company official said estimated billing happens when the actual reading from the meter is not taken. He explained that the system in place since the 1990s collected meter readings using phone connec- tions. As more and more residents have switched away from traditional phones to cable or cell phones, the old system was not able to function properly, and problems developed. Scheibner said more than half of the utility’s 20,000 customers have already had their meters changed to a modern system over the past 10 years, with a “strong push” made over the last three years when so many meters became problematic. He said he expects the proj- ect will be completed by the end of 2014. “The meters are still recording,” he said, adding that no one will be overcharged. Parent wants parking lot traffic patterns reviewed A Midland Park Highland School parent asked for changed traffic patterns and an increased police pres- ence at the municipal parking lot to improve safety during school pickup and drop off hours. “The pickup situation is frightening,” Heidi Meyer of Erie Avenue told the mayor and council at its last meet- ing. The parking lot belongs to the municipality and is used for school staff parking and by parents who line up as they wait for their children. Meyer said parents double park in the traffic aisle between the grass and the parking lot, forcing children to cross two rows of idling cars and moving traffic, unable to see if anyone is coming. “The crossing guard does a fabulous job, but there is no way he can take charge of that situation,” Meyer noted. Meyer said police had asked the parents to move, but the situation continues. She also said when approached, the Highland principal had said she would talk to the children and ask them to be more careful when crossing the lot. “This must be taken seriously before some child gets killed. It can’t just be a slap on the wrist to parents who don’t observe the rules,” Meyer added. She said she lets her child stay in the playground with other children for about a half hour after school and picks him up after the traffic dies down. Councilwoman Nancy Peet suggested that staggering school discharge times might be an option for reducing traffic problems. Midland Park Police Chief Michael Marra said he was discussing the issue with Borough Administrator/Clerk Addie Hanna for possible options. He said the traffic officer would also be analyzing the situation and would recommend alternatives or solutions. Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • August 21, 2013 Villadom Sports Repeat performance The Midland Park Panthers U17 High School Division summer softball team became the Ber- genfield UGALS champions beating Hasbrouck Heights 5-2 with a five run, sixth inning rally. The Panthers won the U14 division last year with an undefeated 31-0 record. Standing: Coach Chris Kontos, Julie Carey, Katie Kontos, Lisa Higgins, Lexi Biagi, Julia Obsuth, and Coach Tom Carey. Kneeling: Leanne Lamonte, Zoe Bender, Michelle Passero, Carly Benjamin, and Alex Bell. No one beat the NJ Heat The NJ Heat recently won the U8 flight at the King of the Cage. Pictured are Jayden Onal, Ted Rosenfeld, Mathew Bonnet, Josh Cuman, Jake Weis, Codi Song, and Coach Arjent Duka. August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 9 Franklin Lakes District promotes teacher to curriculum director by Frank J. McMahon The Franklin Lakes K-8 School District has promoted a fourth grade teacher at the High Mountain Road School to director of curriculum and instruction. Superintendent of Schools Frank Romano recently announced that on Sept. 10, he will recommend that the Franklin Lakes Board of Education appoint Ann Jameson to the position of director of curriculum and instruction. The school board is expected to retroactively approve Jameson’s appointment at its next scheduled meeting, since she began working in that position in an unofficial capacity on Aug. 1. “Jameson has been actively transitioning into her new position in the district, while planning and preparing for the upcoming school year,” Romano said. According to Romano, Jameson emerged as an excep- tional candidate from a comprehensive search that began in early May and involved about 55 applicants. He said the rigorous search began with careful screen- ings of application packets by administrators. The process continued with representative committee interviews by parents, teachers, administrators, and one board member. The superintendent then conducted the reference checks and a final interview. “Ms. Jameson comes to the position of director of curric- ulum and instruction with successful classroom, academic, intern, and leadership experiences,” Romano said, “serving our Franklin Lakes Public Schools for just over six years. She taught fourth grade students at the High Mountain Road School and recently completed a 300-hour adminis- trative internship under the mentorship of respected district principals Helen Attenello and Jaclyn Bajzath. “A well-rounded academic background serves her well as she transitions into her new position.” Romano noted that Jameson has a master’s degree in education leadership from Teachers College, Columbia University; a master’s in literacy specialty: birth through grade six from Teachers College, Columbia University; and a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and communi- cations from Boston College. “Conversations with Ms. Jameson and references from several supervisors and colleagues reveal highly excep- tional leadership skills in a variety of areas,” Romano said. “Ms. Jameson has a strong history of active participation in major district initiatives, often serving in exemplary ways. “Throughout the interview experience, Ms. Jameson presented herself professionally in both appearance and demeanor and those who either know her, or have met her during the search, characterize her as intelligent, dedicated, visionary, passionate, and, most importantly, as someone who cares deeply about our school community, specifically its children. She is the right person for the job and a proven match for Franklin Lakes Public Schools. She will take the district to its next levels of productivity, professionalism, and success.” Romano advised that non-tenured administrators oper- ate under yearly contracts and Jameson will receive an annual salary of $120,000. Getting back to nature Three- and four-year-olds from the Barnert Temple Day Camp help Temple Garden Specialist Sharon Ramsey pick radishes, corn, tomatoes, and squash from the Temple Community Garden. The fresh vegetables were delivered to the Center for Food Action in Mahwah. Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • August 21, 2013 Area BVMI’s autumn luncheon CHCC to honor David Bolger at musical benefit to feature Chef Georgiades David F. Bolger On Thursday, Sept. 12, the Chris- tian Health Care Center in Wyckoff will honor Ridgewood philanthro- pist David F. Bolger and the Bolger Foundation for their legacy of service, leadership, and commitment to the com- munity. This special celebration will be held at The Estate at Florentine Gardens in River Vale. Event co-chairs are Audrey Meyers, president and CEO, Valley Health System and The Valley Hospital, and Thomas M. Wells, Esq., senior partner and CFO, Wells, Jaworski & Liebman, LLP. A special musical tribute will fea- ture jazz greats Warren Vache, Bucky Pizzarelli, Nicki Parrott, Steve Johns, Harry Allen, and Derek Smith. Event sponsorship and ad journal opportunities are now available. The proceeds from this event will be used to support the Christian Health Care Center’s 2013 Annual Fund, which will be used for renovations and improve- ments within Ramapo Ridge Psychiat- ric Hospital. Tickets are $250. For more information, or to purchase tickets, con- tact Darcy Bickert, CHCC Foundation assistant director, at (201) 848-5796 or e-mail dbickert@chccnj.org. CHCC provides a broad continuum of high-quality, compassionate care, offering superior mental-health, elder- care, residential living, and rehabilita- tion services. Executive Chef George Georgiades will step away from his kitchen to preside over a cooking demonstration for guests attend- ing Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative’s fall luncheon on Monday, Sept. 9. The event will be held at noon at Varka Estiatorio at 20 North Spruce Street in Ramsey. The three-course lunch will be accom- panied by specially selected wines and bev- erages. Tickets are $75 each and may be reserved by contacting Kathleen DiGiulio at kdigiulio@bvmi.net or (201) 518-8487. Proceeds from the luncheon will support BVMI’s Women’s Health Initiative. Music for the luncheon will be provided by the Motyl Chamber Ensemble, a group of dynamic young New York artists who have appeared with orchestras and in recit- als throughout the world. Eastwick College is a patron of the event. “Chef George has been incredibly gener- ous with his time and restaurant resources and BVMI is looking forward to a very exciting afternoon,” stated Marilyn Schotz, who is co-chairing the luncheon with Cyn- thia Goldman. Goldman and Schotz anticipate a full house and recommend that interested indi- viduals make their reservations early. BVMI provides free primary and pre- ventive medical care for working, for low- income Bergen County residents who have no health insurance or the means to pay for care. Patients are seen by volunteer physi- cians, nurse practitioners, and registered George Georgiades nurses. The state-licensed center is located at 241 Moore Street in Hackensack. BVMI is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit orga- nizations and is completely dependent on contributed income from individuals, busi- nesses, community groups, and founda- tions. For more information, contact BVMI at (201) 342-2478 or visit www.bvmi.org. August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 11 Villadom Socials Drehwing to wed Mr. and Mrs. Karl Drehwing of Wyckoff have announced the engagement of their daughter, Elizabeth Ann Drehwing, to Alex Walter, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Walter of Stony Point, New York. The bride-to-be holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Sacred Heart University. She is currently employed as a cardiac nurse at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood. She is attending Georgetown University’s master’s program for nurse practitioner. Her fiancé holds a bachelor’s degree in history and a master’s degree in teaching from Sacred Heart Univer- sity. He is currently employed as a sixth grade teacher in Newark at the North Star Charter School. A July 4, 2015 wedding is planned. Valenti to marry DiBello engaged Mr. and Mrs. Larry DiBello of Saddle River have announced the engagement of their daughter, Nicole Kathleen DiBello, to Douglas Mark Leodori, son of Dr. Mark and Paula Leodori of Ramsey. The bride-to-be graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a bachelor’s degree in finance. She is employed as a program manager for Town Sports International. Her fiancé received a bachelor’s degree in fashion marketing from Berkeley College. He is employed as a Ralph Lauren Specialist with Lord & Taylor. An April 2014 wedding is planned. Mr. and Mrs. James J. Valenti of Wyckoff have announced the engagement of their daughter, Amanda Renee, to Steven J. Brana, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Brana of Mahwah. A November 2013 wedding is planned. Page 12 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • August 21, 2013 Pros & cons of using the Internet for schoolwork The classroom atmosphere familiar to today’s children is likely very different from the atmosphere their parents were accustomed to when they were students. Many of these changes can be traced to technology, which has gradually had an increasing presence in the classroom over the last several decades. But technology has not only changed the classroom experience for kids, but thanks in large part to the Inter- net, technology also has changed the way kids approach their schoolwork at home. Though a potentially valuable learning tool, the Internet also poses some problems for today’s students. The following are some of the advan- tages and disadvantages of relying on the Internet to com- plete schoolwork. The accessibility of the Internet can be a significant benefit to students. Students have a wealth of resources available to them online, and those resources can make it easier for kids to understand key concepts on nearly every subject. Whereas students might once have been forced to trek to the library to research a given subject, now they can do so from the comforts of home. Because the Inter- net is accessible 24/7, information is at students’ disposal regardless of when they sit down to do their work. Another advantage to using the Internet to complete schoolwork is that the Internet can be an extension of the classroom beyond school walls. Educational web- sites abound, and many of these sites are written and monitored by professional educators. These sites can be valuable resources for students who may find themselves struggling with certain lessons. Many of their questions or concerns may already be addressed, and certain topics may be more easily explained on a website written by a profes- sional educator or scholar in a given field. Rather than waiting to address an issue in class, students can visit such websites to get answers to their questions immediately. The Internet can also provide students with a forum to discuss their studies. That forum may engage kids and make them better students. A passion- ate online discussion about a reading assignment may encourage kids to approach such assignments more fer- vently. Though such discussions may exist in a traditional classroom atmosphere, many students might be hesitant to express themselves in front of their classmates, feeling the anonymity of the Internet is a more inviting and less stressful forum than a classroom of their peers. As beneficial as the Internet can be to students, it is not always what it is cracked up to be. Much of the concern about using the Internet to complete schoolwork is the reliability of the information on the Internet. Many sites offer reliable and well-researched information, but many do not. Students, especially younger students, may not be capable of discerning fact from fiction and will simply take the written word on the Internet as truth. That may land students in hot water or make it more difficult for them to understand their subjects. Another significant disadvantage to using the Internet for schoolwork is that students may be tempted to cheat. Because the Internet is so vast, students might be tempted to cut and paste answers to homework problems from the Internet or copy information from websites and claim it as their own, feeling as if there is no way their teachers will ever know. Some students may not even understand that such cutting, pasting, or copying is wrong. In addition to being wrong, such behavior makes it harder for students to learn the material, which will make it more difficult for them to grasp key concepts going forward. The Internet can also be a significant distraction. Social networking sites can quickly distract kids from their schoolwork, costing them valuable time they should be devoting to their studies. For more than a decade, the Internet has proven a valu- able resource for students across the globe. But students must recognize there are advantages and disadvantages to relying too heavily on the Internet when pursuing their studies. August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & II • Page 13 Heading back to school: Is your child’s mind ready? For most families, back to school means heading to the mall for school sup- plies: new clothes, book bags, binders, etc. Unfortunately, new gear doesn’t help kids prepare their minds for the new school year. Studies show that kids lose about 2.6 months worth of learning during the summer. This means that kids often spend up to six weeks reviewing and simply get- ting back into the swing of things when school starts again, rather than learning new material. Being ready to learn from the first day of school gives a student a considerable advantage over other students. A student who starts off the new school year ahead is more likely to stay ahead the entire year. While kids who keep learning all summer are cognitively primed for a better start, there is still plenty that parents can do right now to help jump-start their chil- dren’s minds for the new school year. Use the “S” word. Help kids get into the school frame of mind by talking about school. How many days until the first day? What are they looking forward to? What is their best memory from last year? Kids may need some conversational prompting, so reference highlights from last year, and be sure to keep it positive to build excite- ment. Hit the sheets. Nothing makes an early morning routine worse than a lack of sleep the night before. Kids need a full night’s sleep to stay mentally alert all day in class. Start implementing bedtimes now, even for older kids. It makes learning (and morning routines) that much easier. Get on schedule. The school year is all about scheduled timing. Reintroduc- ing reliable routines before school starts ensures there will be no adjustment shock when school bells ring once again. TV off, homework on. During the school year, TVs and computers are kids’ biggest homework distractions. Start eliminating bad homework habits by turning off the TV during the after-school hours, coming to the table, and engaging in brain-chal- lenging activities. Review. Pull out June’s report card to review teacher comments and grades. Talk to the kids about expectations, and have them write out some learning goals for the school year. This gets them thinking about grades, and it helps them take ownership of their learning process. Read. Regular reading keeps the mind primed for academics. Reading is the best-known way to develop vocabulary and reading comprehension skills, both of which keep the cognitive wheels turning and pay off big time in the classroom. This article was submitted by Reza Farahani of Grade Power Learning of Allendale. For more information about getting children ready for a great school year, call (201) 962-7777 or visit Allendale @GradePowerLearning.com. Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • August 21, 2013 A vote to cover all holidays The Ridgewood Village Council has to vote on some pretty tough issues. One of the easiest votes should be the one on whether to permit a menorah on public property for Chanukah. Ridgewood is expected to discuss the issue on Sept. 11. Rabbi David Fine and some members of his congrega- tion spoke before the council a few weeks ago and urged that the menorah be displayed in such a way as to be visible from Ridgewood Avenue. The proposed holiday display has the solid endorsement of the Interfaith Clergy Council, a respected group of Ridgewood clergy members of many different faiths. Chanukah, sometimes called the Festival of Lights, celebrates the victory of Jewish freedom fighters over a pagan tyrant who attempted to force the Jewish people to relinquish their religion and convert to the worship of Zeus Ammon, a fusion of the most important Greek and Egyptian gods, whose representative on Earth the tyrant claimed to be. The tyrant’s ancestors also appear to have picked up the pharaohs’ habit of preserving the royal bloodlines through incest. King Tut’s wife was also his half-sister, and he was not the first or the last pharaoh with those bloodlines, which is probably why their dynasties did not last very long. The Graeco-Syrian tyrant, however, used terror and tor- ture to try to force his will on the Jewish people. After a tough fight, the Jews defeated him. This took place in 146 B.C., so there was no question of any rivalry between Juda- ism and either Christianity or Islam. The fact that the Jews won was a good thing for everybody whose religion had a future. Hinduism was a closed club due to the caste system, Sikhs did not yet exist, and Buddhism had no scripture in those days. Had the Jews lost, the world might have lost the religion that proved to be the matrix of Western civilization as we know it. Perhaps because some people love team sports to excess, we tend to think of the world as divided into “their team” and “our team.” Western religion, however, is a progression, and the “teams” tended to develop not according to belief but according to the will of mortal member who were the key players of their era. Here are two of my favorite quotes about how the reli- gions should regard one another. In Mark 12, starting with verse 28, a Jewish scribe asks Jesus, “’Which command- ment is the first of all?’ Jesus answered, ‘The first is, ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one; and you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.’ The second is this, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.’ And the scribe said to him, ‘You are right, Teacher: You have truly said that he is one, and there is no other but he; and to love him with all the heart, and with all the understanding, and with all the strength, and to love one’s neighbor as one’s self, is much more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices.’ And when Jesus saw that he answered wisely, he said to him, ‘You are nor far from the kingdom of God.’ And after that no one dared to ask him any question.” The second quote comes from the Acts of the Apostles, chapter 5, starting with verse 34. The disciples and other early Christians were being persecuted “but a Pharisee in the council named Gamaliel, a teacher of the law, held in honor by all the people, stood up and ordered the men to be put outside for a while. And he said to them, ‘Men of Israel, take care what you do with these men. For before these days Theudas arose, giving himself out to be some- body, and a number of men, about four hundred, joined him; but he was slain and all who followed him were dis- persed and came to nothing. After him Judas the Galilean arose in the days of the census and drew away some of the people after him; he also perished, and all who followed him were scattered. So in the present case I tell you: Keep away from these men and let them alone; for if this plan or this undertaking is of men, it will fail; but if it is of God, you will not be able to overthrow them. You might even be found opposing God!” Clearly, the wiser men on both sides opposed violent religious persecution and the early Christians respected the traditions of Judaism. The Chanukah celebration was among these traditions, and there is no reason the general public should have to be shielded from a symbol of Cha- nukah. Rabbi Fine pointed out to me that the menorah and Ridgewood’s traditional Christmas tree would not be in competition because Chanukah this year is very early and the menorah will be taken down about the time the Christmas tree is put up. Rabbi Fine is very knowledge- able about Germanic culture, reads the German language, and has written an excellent book about Jewish soldiers in the Kaiser’s army, but here’s one he may have missed -- though it is entirely possible he simply thought it was off topic. The Christmas tree may be an emulation of the menorah. The sentimental legend has Martin Luther inventing the Christmas tree to show his children how beautiful a fir tree looked with snow and stars. The first forensic evidence, however, shows that lighted Christmas trees were first seen in the Rhineland about a century after Martin Luther’s time, and the oldest surviving example from Strassbourg -- now part of France -- was arranged in stages with candles on each of the stages. The Rhine- land was the principal area of Jewish settlement in ancient and medieval Germany, and remained so until the Prus- sian electors and later kings, who were Calvinists rather than Catholics or Lutherans, organized the most tolerant Giving girl Ellie Chisholm, a first grade student at Saint Elizabeth School in Wyckoff, donated her hair to the charity Locks of Love in honor of her mother, grand- father, and cousin, all of whom are cancer survivors. administration in Europe except for the Netherlands, also largely Calvinist. The lighted tree was not originally a Christian symbol, nor was the Easter Bunny, which origi- nally had to do with pagan fertility rites and was prob- ably kept on after Europe converted to Christianity so kids could enjoy Easter without too much emphasis on the suf- fering and death that led to the Resurrection. The Nativity scene, however, is very definitely a Christian symbol and should also be a part of any holiday display. Jeff Eilender, an attorney, presented the council with a letter explaining the status of various objections to the display of religious objects on public property. I thought Wyckoff settled that account many years ago when they took on the American Civil Liberties Union, which had warned them to take down their Nativity scene. The Judge, Dickinson Debevoise -- a World War II combat veteran of Europe -- ruled that as long as objects from other religions or from the mainstream culture were not excluded, the Nativity scene was lawful and could stay. Wyckoff now displays a menorah and several items without a specific religious provenance. The ACLU’s finances took a big hit when they defended a self-styled Nazi of mixed Jewish ancestry who later turned out to be a child molester. Trying to recoup your losses after a blunder like that by attacking various reli- gions is extremely disreputable, and ignores what the so- called Establishment Clause was supposed to do. The intent was not to suppress religious free speech, but to prevent any particular church from taxing the entire population to support a particular clergy. In some European countries at that time, Jews and Protestants were officially excluded, and certainly kept out of the administration. Gustav Mahler had to formally convert to Catholicism in Austria-Hungary in 1897 before he could conduct the national orchestras in Vienna. That was a long time after Thomas Jefferson drafted the Establishment Clause in the United States, which would have covered that issue with- out banning days of public prayer like the ones that took place -- lest we forget -- after that other event of Sept. 11. America should avoid persecution based on religion and it should also avoid persecution of religion, which is usually the previous step. Putting up a menorah is a good way to remind people of the diversity of the Ridgewood community and it is a good way to inform people of the Judaic background of Christianity. This is one vote that should not require an endless or angry debate. August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 15 Wyckoff Wanderings ‘Under the Surface’ exhibit to open The works of artists Jacque Benevento, Jeannie Fulton, Linda Huber, Lori Landau, and Nalla Wollen will be on dis- play at the Wyckoff Family YMCA, 691 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff, beginning Sept. 4. The show will continue through Oct. 4. The artists, who live in neighboring towns, meet to create art, share their journeys, and learn from each other. Their work is linked by the desire to explore what it means to be human through creative expression. A reception featuring the artists will be held on Sunday, Sept. 8 from 2 to 5 p.m. The public is invited to view the exhibit during regular business hours. Library offers yoga for teens The Wyckoff Public Library will offer a three-day yoga seminar with Wendy Messano of Little Shanti Yoga. The seminar will be held Aug. 27 through Aug. 29 from 2 to 3 p.m. Attendance at all three classes is not required. The program is open to students in grade six and up and is held in the James Monroe Room. For more information, call (201) 891-4866. Joint Slichot program and service set Temple Beth Rishon in Wyckoff, Congregation Beth Haverim-Shir Shalom in Mahwah, and Temple Beth Tikvah in Wayne will join together for a Slichot program and ser- vice on Saturday, Aug. 31 at Temple Beth Rishon located at 555 Russell Avenue in Wyckoff. Slichot is a meditative, preparatory service for the High Holidays. The Pre-Slichot program, Preparing Our Hearts and Souls for the High Holy Days: An Evening with Rabbi Harold Kusher (on video), will begin at 8:30 p.m. Dessert will be served. The 10 p.m. Slichot service will be led by Rabbi Ken Emert, Rabbi Joel Mosbacher, Rabbi Steven Wylen, Cantor Ilan Mamber, Cantor David Perper, Cantor Faith Steinsny- der, and Cantor Charles Romalis. They will be joined by pianist Gary Kirkpatrick, violinist Sylvia Rubin, guitarist Mark Kantrowitz, and the Kol Rishon, Beth Haverim-Shir Shalom, and the Temple Beth Tikvah choirs, led by Cantor Barbra Lieberstein. For more information, call the Temple Beth Rishon office at (201) 891-4466 or visit www. bethrishon.org. Ladies Tennis Classic set The Wyckoff Family YMCA will host its first Ladies Tennis Classic on Thursday, Sept. 26. The event will be held at the Indian Trail Club at 830 Franklin Lake Road in Franklin Lakes, and will benefit the Y’s programs for specially challenged children. The event will begin at 9 a.m. with registration and breakfast. Play will start at 9:30 a.m. Lunch, contests, and prizes will follow at 12:30 p.m. The fee to participate is $75. Tennis whites are required. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more infor- mation, or to register to play, contact Nancy Addis at nancya@wyckoffymca.org or (201) 891-2081. Monday at the Movies slated The Wyckoff Public Library, located at 200 Woodland Avenue, presents free screenings of movies on Mondays at 2 p.m. in the Shotmeyer Room. A screening of “It Happened One Night” (1934) will be held Aug. 26. This film, starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert, concerns a spoiled heiress who is running away from her family. She is helped by a man who is actually a reporter looking for a story. This film was the first of only three in history to have swept the best actor, actress, screenplay, director, and picture categories at the Academy Awards. The movie is not rated and is 105 minutes long. Library hosts movie night The Wyckoff Public Library hosts Summer Nights Movies on Thursday evenings. The free films are shown in the Shotmeyer Room at 7 p.m. Popcorn is provided. The library is located at 200 Woodland Avenue. The Secret of Roan Inish (1994) will be the feature pre- sentation on Aug. 22. Ten-year-old Fiona is sent to live with her grandparents in a small fishing village in Donegal, Ire- land. She soon learns the local legend that an ancestor of hers married a selkie: a seal that can turn into a human. A few years earlier, her baby brother washed out to sea in his cradle and was presumed lost. Yet Fiona starts to believe he may have survived and is being cared for by someone on the abandoned isle of Roan Inish. This film stars Jeni Courtney, Pat Slowey, and Mick Lally and is rated PG. For more information, call (201) 891-4866. Wyckoff Y plans Teen Nights The Wyckoff Y will launch a new Teen Night program every second and fourth Friday of the month beginning Sept. 13. The program is open to seventh and eighth grade students. Designed for teens, by teens, these nights out will feature a variety of activities, including cooking, sports tournaments, swimming, open gym, video game tourna- ments, art, and more. The cost is $7 for Y members and $10 for non-mem- bers. Registration is required and may be completed online at www.wyckoffymca.org or at the front desk. The Y is located at 691 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff. For more information, contact Danielle Licari at (201) 891-2081 or danielleb@wyckoffymca.org. Club welcomes new members The Wyckoff Newcomers & Neighbors Club is open to residents of Wyckoff and neighboring communities who are interested in meeting new people. The club holds events throughout the year. Fall will bring the annual hayride, a monthly “Ladies Reservations” dinner, book club, a Halloween party, and more. Anyone interested in becoming a member may visit www.wyckoffnewcomersclub.com. Wyckoff Meals on Wheels delivers Wyckoff Meals on Wheels delivers meals five days a week to residents who are unable to shop or cook for themselves, regardless of age. The meals, prepared by the Christian Health Care Center, are delivered by volun- teers. Special diets and a sliding scale for payments can be accommodated. For more information, contact Alma Mater at (201) 891-4840. Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • August 21, 2013 Obituaries Mildred T. Barbera Mildred T. Barbera of Mahwah, formerly of Barnegat and Haworth, died Aug. 9. She was 89. Before retiring, she worked at Western Electric for 42 years. She is survived by her siblings Dominick Barbera of Paramus, Joseph Barbera of Longboat Key, Florida, and Lucy McGuire of Barnegat. She is also survived by 12 nieces and nephews, 25 great-nieces and nephews, and three great great- nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Theresa Barbera, and her sister Ann Johnson. Arrange- ments were made by Van Emburgh-Sneider-Pernice Funeral Home in Ramsey. Mary Louise Beresford Mary Louise Beresford of Allendale died Aug. 14. She was 91. She was co-owner of Old Tappan Travel in Old Tappan before retiring. For many years, she was the editor of the “Here’s Allendale” publication. She was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Allendale, where she served as a member of the Altar Guild and taught Sunday school. She is survived by her husband C. Ogden Beresford of Allen- dale and her daughters Christianne Gerken of Randolph and Jean Johnson of New Fairfield, Connecticut. She is also survived by three grandchildren and three great-grandchil- dren. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Michael John Thomas Connolly Michael John Thomas Connolly of Bethania, North Car- olina, formerly of Saddle River, died Aug. 8. He was 80. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was vice president of sales for Wheels, Inc. of Chicago before retiring in 1994. He also owned Action Auto Leasing in Ringwood. He was a parishioner of Saint Gabriel’s R.C. Church in Saddle River. He is survived by his wife Carol A. Connolly (nee Forbes) of Bethania, and his children Diane M. Coger of Bethania, Michael W. Connolly of Butler, Jennifer A. Connolly of Franklin Lakes, and Scott J. Connolly and Pat- rick T. Connolly, both of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, and his sisters Theresa Womelsdorf and Rita Caloni. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memo- rial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 400 Morris Avenue, Suite 251, Denville, NJ 07834. Howard ‘Cobb’ Dean Howard “Cobb” Dean of Rochelle Park, formerly of Ridgewood, died Aug. 13. He was 50. He was a graduate of Ridgewood High School, and had been manager at Roberts & Son in Garfield. He is survived by his wife Kim, his son Christopher, and one grandson. He is also survived by his sisters Maria Curran, Cheryl Criscullo, and Erin Curran, and a niece and nephew. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Eugene H. Fenn Eugene H. Fenn of Franklin Lakes died Aug. 12. He was 83. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He graduated from Bowling Green University in Ohio with a bachelor’s degree in marketing. He was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. He was president of Fenn & Fenn, Inc., a New York City-based lithography concern that was established in 1917 by his father and uncle. He retired from the company in 2011. He was a member of the Ridgewood Country Club and the New York Athletic Club. He is sur- vived by his wife Thelma Fenn, and his daughters Kathleen McBryde, Nancy Fenn, and Ellen Rickenberg. He is also survived by four grandchildren and five great-grandchil- dren. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P.O. Box 4527, New York, NY 10163 or to the New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Office of Development, 525 East 68th Street, New York, NY 10065. Otto R. Groel Junior Otto R. Groel Jr. of Wyckoff, formerly of Bloomfield, died Aug. 6. He was 93. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. He had worked for PSE&G in crew and management positions prior to his retirement. He earned a business degree from Upsala College and was a member of Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green. He was a member of VFW Post 711, the Destroyer Escort Sailors Association, and Tin Can Sailors. He is survived by his daughters Lynn Groel-Lynch, Charlotte Williams, Christy Murphy, and Esther Asilo. He is also survived by 10 grand- children and eight great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Priscilla, his son David Kinsey Groel, and his brother Robert. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Bloomfield Presbyterian Church on the Green, Building Fund, 147 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003. Charles H. Mayhood Charles H. Mayhood of Pompton Plains, formerly of Allendale and Mahwah, died Aug. 4. He was 82. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He graduated from Hackensack High School and the State University College of Forestry at Syracuse University. He was a pulp and paper engineer and paper salesman based in Allendale, New York, Atlanta, and Dayton and Columbus, Ohio. He was a 50-year member of the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry. He was an accomplished birder, butterflyer, dragonflyer, and amateur wildlife photographer and member and leader of a number of naturalist clubs and organizations. He was an Eagle Scout and Scoutmaster. He is survived by his sons Clay of Richmond, Virginia and Kevin of Worthington, Ohio, and five grandchildren. He is also survived by his 18-year companion Betty Aiken; her children Lloyd Fricker of New Rochelle, New York and Leslie Bec of Kassel, Ger- many; and Aiken’s seven grandchildren. He was prede- ceased by his wife, the former Lynne Seaman, his sister Judith, and brother-in-law Edward Marolda. Memorial donations may be to the Fyke Nature Association, P.O. Box 141 Ramsey, NJ 07446, for expansion of a viewing plat- form at the Celery Farm Natural Area in Allendale, or to the North American Butterfly Association, c/o Deedee Burnside, 18 John Dow Avenue, Waldwick, NJ 07463 to fund a memorial at the National Butterfly Center in Mis- sion, Texas. A memorial service will be held at noon on Sunday Aug. 25 at the Cedar Crest Village Chapel, 1 Cedar Crest Drive in Pompton Plains. Richard J. Obrotka Richard J. Obrotka of Mahwah, formerly of Oakland and Franklin Lakes, died Aug. 13. He was 69. Before retiring, he was an accountant for Saint Clare’s Hospital in Denville. Prior to that, he worked at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Pas- saic. He attended Immaculate Heart of Mary R.C. Church in Mahwah. He was a member of Chrysanthemum Soci- ety of New Jersey, and the Bergen County Anglers Club. He was foster parent to many children over two decades. He is survived by his wife Mary (nee Binder) Obrotka of Mahwah, his children Michele Bach of Greenwood Lake, New York, Jennifer Huh of Secaucus, Richard Obrotka of Warwick, New York, and David Song of Palisades Park. He is also survived by four grandchildren, and his broth- ers Dr. Thomas Obrotka of Wayne and James Obrotka of Warwick, New York. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Renate Sherwin Renate Sherwin, nee Hausmann, of Palm Coast, Florida, formerly of Mahwah, died Aug. 13. She was 63. She was born in Wurzburg, Germany and came to the United States 1955. She was a 1972 graduate of SUNY New Paltz in New York, and received her master’s degree from Middlebury College in 1976. She was employed by the North Rockland School District in Stony Point, New York until her retire- ment. She was a member of the Sweet Adelines Chorus in Florida. She is survived by her husband Jean Douglas, her daughter Nicole Leonardo of Montclair, and two grand- children. She is also survived by her mother Tatjana Haus- mann and her brother Arno Hausmann, both of Mahwah. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Ameri- can Cancer Society, Bergen Unit, 20 Mercer Street, Hack- ensack, NJ 07601. Ann Suydam Ann Suydam, nee Ignacz, of Midland Park, formerly of Clifton, died Aug. 14. She was 86. Before retiring, she was employed as a customer service representative with Shulton Corp. in Clifton. She was a parishioner of Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Passaic. She is survived by her children Andrea Billard of Fair Lawn and Robert M. Suydam of Ellicott City, Maryland, and five grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Robert V. Suydam and her brother John Ignacz. Arrange- ments were made by Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home in Clif- ton. Memorial donations may be made to Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Cathedral, 200 Third Street, Pas- saic, NJ 07055. August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 17 Franklin Lakes Scribe Computer novices sought The Franklin Lakes Public Library will hold computer classes for beginners on Sept. 11, 13, 18, and 20 at 11 a.m. This four-part program will focus on the basics of using a personal computer, beginning with how to use the mouse and the keyboard. Learn how to navigate the Web and how to create and search for documents. Participants are asked to commit to all four classes. No experience is necessary. Registration for Franklin Lakes residents will begin Monday, Aug. 26. Non-residents will be put on a waiting list and contacted if space is available. The library is located at 470 DeKorte Drive. For more information, or to register, call (201) 891-2224. Gallery mounts ‘Pulse/Impulse’ exhibit The Gallery of the High Mountain Presbyterian Church in Franklin Lakes will present “Pulse/Impulse” an exhibit devoted to the artwork of the “painting affiliates” of North- ern New Jersey. The exhibit, which will be open from Aug. 28 through Sept. 29, will celebrate a cross-section of con- temporary painting, ranging from figurative to abstract works of art. An opening reception with the artists will be held on Sunday, Sept. 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. The show includes works by Marlene Bremer, Anne Winston Brown, Pauline Chernichaw, Sandra Frech, Dail Fried, Harriet Goldstein, Myra Grosinger, Alice Harrison, Naomi Kahan, Olivia Koopalethes, Bernice Leibowitz, Renee Lerner, Renee McCormick, Ruth Bauer Neustadter, Lois Schachter, Herrat Sommerhoff, Ellen Reinkraut, Paula Schiller, Lou Spina, Alice Stoler, and Sol Zaretsky. The gallery is located in the High Mountain Presby- terian Church at 730 Franklin Lake Road in Franklin Lakes. Hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Sunday from 9 to 2 p.m. Saturday showings are by appointment only. For more information, contact: paulinapc@aol.com. Welcome Back Meeting set Mary Ann West, coordinator of Valley Home Care’s Butterflies Program, will be the guest speaker at the Franklin Lakes Branch of the Valley Hospital Auxiliary’s Welcome Back Meeting on Monday, Sept. 9 at 10:30 a.m. The group meets at the Franklin Lakes Public Library located at 470 DeKorte Drive. The Butterflies program serves infants and children who have been diagnosed with life-limiting or life-threat- ening illnesses. The program provides comprehensive home care services that focus on comfort and relief of suf- fering for the child and support for their parents, siblings, and extended family members. Members who bring a potential new member or friend to the meeting will be eligible to win a prize. Anyone who joins the auxiliary that day will receive an auxiliary cook- book and will also have an opportunity to win a prize. The meeting is open to the community. The Valley Hospital Auxiliary’s pledge is to raise $1.5 million for expansion of the hospital’s breast surgery pro- gram at the Luckow Pavilion, which will include a dedi- cated mammography suite and ultrasound suite; and to support Valley Home Care’s Butterflies program, a pallia- tive care and hospice program for children. For more information or to become a member, contact Eileen Leone at (201) 848-9330, Paddlelady@aol.com or June Linz at (201) 396-9711, Junel1369@live.com. Pre-holiday Brunch & Boutique Shopping Extravaganza. The event is planned for Nov. 13 at the Indian Trail Club, 830 Franklin Lake Road in Franklin Lakes. The boutique, which in the past has drawn over 200 shoppers, will be open from m 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit the auxiliary’s $1.5 million pledge for expansion of The Valley Hospital Breast Surgery Program at the Luckow Pavilion, which will include a dedicated mammography suite and ultra- sound suite; and to support Valley Home Care’s “Butter- flies” Program, a palliative care and hospice program for children. For more information about vendor opportunities, call Dorothy at (201) 337-1686 by Sept. 15. Library to close for repairs The Franklin Lakes Public Library will be closed to the public through Sunday, Aug. 25 for the installation of new flooring. The library will reopen at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 26. Residents are welcome to return and borrow materials at other BCCLS libraries. A valid Franklin Lakes card will be required to check out items at area libraries. For more information, contact the Franklin Lakes Public Library at (201) 891-2224. Club announces upcoming events The community is invited to the Woman’s Club of Franklin Lakes meeting on Sept. 9, which will feature a “Make Your Own Sundae” event at 6:45 p.m. The club meets at the Franklin Lakes Public Library at 470 DeKorte Drive in Franklin Lakes. During the event, club members will discuss the orga- nization’s Oct. 16 fundraiser, which will feature Deirdre Imus, and will hear a presentation from the students who attended the Girls Career Institute and The Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership program. The girls were sponsored by the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs and the WCFL. GCI is an annual program that enables high school junior girls to explore women’s issues and encourage awareness of contemporary problems. The HOBY program is designed to inspire and develop the global community of youths and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, ser- vice, and innovation. The WCFL is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting community, area, and national causes. The 2013-14 beneficiaries are the Imus Cattle Ranch for Kids with Cancer, student scholarships, and local charities. Founded in 1949 as part of the General Federation of Woman’s Clubs, the Franklin Lakes organization has been donating funds and offering support to the borough on a continuous basis. Members of the community are welcome to attend its programs. To learn more, contact Membership Co-chairs Alice Booth at (973) 696-3476 or Lois Vitenson at (201) 891-5119. Kindergarten Meet & Greet slated The Franklin Lakes Newcomers and Neighbors Club will host its seventh annual Kindergarten Meet & Greet on Tuesday, Aug. 27 The event will be held at the Pulis Avenue Recreational Field Playground from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The program is open to children who will be starting kindergarten in September and their parents. Membership in the club is not required. (Rain date: Aug. 29.) RSVP to Michele De Luccia at mmd100@yahoo.com. Third quarter tax bills mailed The Franklin Lakes Tax Collector has announced the grace period for the third quarter tax bills has been extended to Aug. 30. Payments received after Aug. 30 will have interest charged back to Aug. 1. The tax collection office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Special evening hours will be available on Monday, Aug. 19 and Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information, contact Meena Sivakumar at (201) 891-0048, extension 1216 or msivakumar@franklinlakes. org. Tax Collector Elaine Erlewein is available at (201) 891-0048, extension 1229 on Mondays from 1:30 to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Vendors sought for boutique benefit The Franklin Lakes Branch of the Valley Hospital Aux- iliary is seeking vendors and crafters for its Sixth Annual Meals on Wheels seeks volunteers Franklin Lakes Meals on Wheels is seeking volunteers to assist with delivery of hot and cold meals to shut-ins and elderly residents. Drivers and deliverers of food prepared by Christian Health Care Center are needed. Volunteers are asked to commit to one day a month, Monday through Friday, between 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. For more information, contact MOW Volunteer Coordi- nator, Tracey Gerber at (201) 891-9070 or enroll by e-mail at gvenner@optonline.net. Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II & IV • August 21, 2013 ‘Elysium’ depicts future with haves and have nots by Dennis Seuling “Elysium” is the latest in a series of science fiction films that have commanded movie screens this summer. The year is 2154. Earth has degenerated into a morass of pollution, overpopulation, and crumbling infrastructure. The rich have abandoned the planet to continue their lavish lifestyle in a space station called Elysium, a vir- tual paradise where even the worst diseases can by cured by a brief lie-down in a glass enclosure. Elysium’s icy secretary of defense, Jessica Dela- court (Jodie Foster), has the job of preventing illegal immigrants from entering the space station, and has no remorse about shooting unauthorized space shuttles out of the sky. Back on Earth, factory worker Max Da Costa (Matt Damon) suffers a massive dose of radiation in an indus- trial accident. He will die within five days. His only hope is to reach Elysium, but when his request for medical Matt Damon stars in ‘Elysium.’ treatment is denied, he resolves to reach the space station by any means possible. One of the primary obstacles is Kruger (Sharito Copley), a cold-blooded mercenary dep- utized by Delacourt to patrol Los Angeles to make sure no unworthy Earthlings attempt to reach Elysium. Director Neil Blomkamp (“District 9”) has borrowed a major plot line from Fritz Lang’s “Metropolis.” Lang pre- sented worlds of affluence and drudgery, with hundreds of toiling workers operating underground machines that power the ultra-modern city above as the wealthy bask in luxury. “Elysium” touches on many issues, chiefly class, availability of health care, the effect of business on poli- tics, and social responsibility. These themes are all nicely interwoven into a fast-paced action film, and since the messages are not pounded, the film does provoke thought without becoming preachy. Damon’s Max is the Everyman who bucks the system and rebels against its unfair conventions. There is not much to the character, even though director Blomkamp incorporates several scenes of young orphan Max and his friend Frey (played as an adult by Alice Braga). The two reconnect during the film, but clearly play second fiddle to the mayhem. Damon never fully convinces as Max’s clock runs out, and seems able to fend off numer- ous bodily injuries as only a Hollywood hero can. Foster plays Delacourt as a well-tailored viper. She is emotionless, calculating, and power-hungry. The role borders on stereotype, since Foster plays her broadly, without interesting facets. Viewers have no idea why Delacourt is so intent on protecting Elysium from out- siders other than to preserve a privileged way of life. In short, she does not want the “wrong” kind of people moving into the neighborhood. Rated R, “Elysium” just dusts off and reshuffles tired sci-fi ideas. It is a pity that a movie that comments on many injustices does so in such a pedestrian manner. It pales in comparison to “District 9.” As a summer diver- tissement, “Elysium” is OK, but it is the type of movie one can easily wait to catch on DVD in a few months. August 21, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II, III & IV • Page 19 ‘The Ice Storm’ delves into seemingly happy lives by Dennis Seuling “The Ice Storm” (The Criterion Collec- tion), set in 1973 in the upper-middle-class town of New Canaan, Connecticut, depicts adulterous parents and rudderless teenag- ers. Commuter Ben Hood (Kevin Kline) has everything: a beautiful house, a seemingly happy marriage, two kids, and an affair with next-door neighbor Janey Carver (Sigour- ney Weaver). The picture-book community is permeated with late 1960s notions of free love and sexual revolution. “Key parties,” a form of wife swapping in which couples randomly pair off by drawing car keys from a bowl, are one way the New Canaanites revel in their “hipness.” Children also lead aimless, disenchanted lives, mirroring those of their parents. Tobey Maguire and Chris- tina Ricci play the Hood kids, and Elijah Wood is the Carvers’ son. All are excellent in difficult, emotionally charged roles. As Richard Nixon’s “I am not a crook” speech blares from the TV, the Hood and Carver families try to get through a Thanks- giving break simmering with unspoken resentment, sexual tension, and cultural confusion. Director Ang Lee begins with a lighthearted tone that changes along the way as viewers see the shallowness and desperation of people who, on the surface, are happy and carefree. Bonuses on the restored Blu-ray include Christina Ricci, Joan Allen, and Kevin Kline portray the Hoods, a suburban 1970s family, in ‘The Ice Storm.’ audio commentary with Lee; a documen- tary featuring interviews with actors, deleted scenes, and visual essays with the film’s cinematographer; and a booklet con- taining a critical essay. “The Awful Dr. Orlof” (Kino Lorber), generally acknowledged to be the first horror film produced in Spain, was written and directed by Jess Franco. Franco would go on to make a few films in the United States but never achieved wide commercial success. This 1962 movie has the look of a Gothic Hammer production of around the same time, but Franco incorporates morbid eroticism and sexual frankness, ingredi- ents that would become his trademark in subsequent pictures. Set in 1912, the film concerns the efforts of Dr. Orlof (Howard Vernon) who, with the help of his blind minion, Morpho (Ricardo Valle), lures beautiful women -- prostitutes, nightclub singers, and single women -- into the oper- ating room of his stone castle as sources of raw materials for a series of experimen- tal face grafts for his disfigured daughter, Melissa (Diana Lorys). Because Orlof’s experiments have not yet succeeded, he continues his gruesome murders. A sec- ondary plot involves a detective (Conrado San Martin), who is investigating the rash of disappearances of local women. Slow by contemporary standards, the movie is enhanced by a palpably sinis- ter atmosphere. The acting is pedestrian throughout and the production values shaky since it was shot in black-and-white on a minuscule budget. Franco has a cult follow- ing, but his movies always inspire debate. Some call them the work of an unsung genius. Others regard them as the work of an untalented hack. Special features on the Blu-ray release include a critical audio commentary, a 16- minute interview with Franco, a making- of documentary, a photo gallery, and an eight-minute homage to Franco featuring interviews with the director’s friends and collaborators. Also available on Blu-ray from Kino Lorber are the Franco films “Nightmares Come at Night” and “A Virgin among the Living Dead.” All three contain dubbed English soundtracks. (continued on Crossword page) Page 20 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II, III & IV • August 21, 2013 DVD releases (continued from Restaurant page) “Killing Season” (Millennium Entertainment) takes place deep in the Appalachian Mountains, where reclusive American military veteran Benjamin Ford (Robert De Niro) and European tourist Emil Kovac (John Travolta) strike up an unlikely friendship. As their stories are revealed, viewers learn that Kovac has sought out Ford to settle an old score. In the remote setting, a game of cat-and-mouse ensues, with both physical and psychological battles. Old wounds are opened, suppressed memories surface, and secrets about both men come to light. There are many missed opportunities in this weakly scripted film. Viewers get little insight into the Bosnian conflict that has emotionally scarred both men. De Niro and Travolta continue their efforts to rack up roles in sub- par movies. De Niro looks bored; Travolta overacts. Neither appears happy to be a part of such a dismal undertaking. The Blu-ray release contains only one extra: a behind-the- scenes featurette. “Being Human: Season Five” (BBC Home Entertain- ment) is a British TV series about three roommates who have their hands full dealing with the supernatural. Hal (Damien Molony) is a 500-year-old vampire, Tom (Michael Socha) is a werewolf, and Lex (Kate Bracken) has recently become a ghost. This season, threats abound as the trio face a volatile and deluded new vampire and the sinister Mr. Rook (Steven Robertson), head of the secret govern- ment department charged with keeping “supernaturals” at bay. Hal and Tom find new employment at the Barry Grand Hotel, home to poisonous pensioner Captain Hatch (Philip Davis), whose decrepit exterior hides an ancient evil that threatens not only their friendship but the entire world. Extras on both the Blu-ray and DVD release include deleted scenes, cast and crew interviews, five bonus clips, and an additional scene. “Sugarfoot: The Complete First Season” (Warner Archive) contains 20 episodes from the show’s 1957-58 season. Young correspondence school law student Tom Brewster (Will Hutchins) rides the old West in search of adventure. Unfortunately, he is inept as a cowboy and promptly earns the nickname “Sugarfoot” -- one grade lower than a tenderfoot -- in the first episode. 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The association will hold tryouts for players registering for age groups U9 through U14 when more than 12 players sign up for the teams. Tryouts are scheduled for the weekend of Sept. 22. The incoming U8 team will continue with its “no cut” policy and will field a team with everyone who signs up. For more information and registration forms, visit www.leaguelineup.com/mpba. Property owner alert The Borough of Midland Park reminds property owners to carefully trim shrubs and trees located along the prop- erty line. For the safety of pedestrians and motorists, side- walks and roadways must be easily passable. Classes of 1978 and 1974 set joint reunion The Midland Park High School Class of 1978 and the Ho-Ho-Kus Class of 1974 will hold a combination 35 th and 39 th reunion on Friday, Oct. 25. The event will be held at the Brownstone House in West Paterson. For more information, contact Sondra Gnehm Lougee at sondra.lougee@gmail.com, Sandy Richardella Wright at sandy.richardella@gmail.com, or Robert Stemple at rbstemple@yahoo.com. Napoleone@bccls.org. Baby Time for tots ages six to 24 months will meet at 10:30 a.m. on the following Wednesdays: Sept. 11, 18, and 25, and Oct. 2, 9, and 16. This program includes stories, music, rhymes, and free play. Older siblings are welcome. Registration for Baby Time is not required. The library is located at 250 Godwin Avenue in Mid- land Park. Friends of Library to meet The Friends of the Library will meet from 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. on Aug. 27. The group will gather in the community room at the Midland Park Memorial Library, which is located at 250 Godwin Avenue. All are welcome. This volunteer group’s purpose is to provide equipment and programs that may not be covered by the library’s budget. Wireless Internet access, informational program- ming for children and adults, and seminars are some of the Friends’ past contributions to the community. For more information, contact Jennifer Triolo at (201) 444-6835 or jmtriolo11@gmail.com or Library Director Sue Lazzari, at (201) 444-2390 for more information. Student assistance available The Student Assistance Program at Midland Park High School will offer summer appointments on Wednesday, Aug. 28 from noon to 4 p.m. The student assistance counselor, Mr. Rush, will be available to meet with students and parents to discuss a variety of topics, including personal, social, and family concerns, grief, separation and divorce issues, friendships, relationships, and substance abuse. To schedule an appointment, call (201)444-7400, extension 206 and leaving a message, or e-mail Crush@midlandparkschools.k12.nj.us. Register for Fall Story Times Registration for Fall Story Time at the Midland Park Library will begin on Monday, Aug. 26. Programs are available to children from six months to six years of age. Story Times will begin the week of Sept. 17 and continue through the week of Nov. 18. Children ages four through six may meet at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Sessions for both age groups are 30 to 40 minutes and will include stories and crafts. To register, call (201) 444-2390 or e-mail Catherine. PTA announces ‘Flash Back’ fundraiser Midland Park Elementary PTA will host “Flash Back to High School” on Saturday, Sept. 28. This social for parents will benefit programs supported by the PTA. The Parent Palooza will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Mid- land Park Firehouse on Witte Drive. Attendees are invited to come in costume and bring their own beverages. The event will feature food and dancing. For details or tickets, e-mail Chelly1227@aol.com or call (201) 889-5301. Page 24 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II, III & IV • August 21, 2013