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All candidates, even those run- ning uncontested, may e-mail their information to editorial@villadom.com. Bios should not exceed 1,000 characters with spaces; statements should not exceed 150 characters with spaces. PLEASE SUBMIT EARLY. Deadline is Wednesday, Oct. 23 at noon. Villadom Happenings Ridgewood YMCA hosts classes Registration for the Ridgewood YMCA’s next session of classes will begin Monday, Oct. 21 at 8:30 a.m. The session will start Nov. 4 and continue through Dec. 31. In addition, registration for Session 2 is now open. Classes run from Oct. 27 through Dec. 21. Registration is available in person at the Y and by phone at (201) 444 5600. Current members may also register online at www.ridgewoodymca.org. Programs include swim lessons for all ages, “Mom and Baby Yoga,” “After School Art,” a new class parent/child project class called “We Built it Together,” “Sportacular,” adult tennis, adult ballet, and more. The Ridgewood Y will continue to offer its many Good Works Programs, which include “Delay the Disease,” a program designed to introduce the benefits of exercise to people with Parkinson’s disease; “Living Strong, Living Well,” a free fitness program for cancer patients and sur- vivors; and “Yoga for Vets,” a complimentary yoga class for veterans. New classes for adults include Zumba® and Sentao, a cardio workout that uses chair-based choreography to strengthen, improve balance, and stabilize the core. Pre- natal fitness features low-impact cardio, strength training, and stretching appropriate for expectant mothers. Chair yoga creatively uses folding chairs, walls, and yoga props to achieve the benefits of a traditional yoga class, uniting the body, mind, and spirit. New classes for kids and teens include synchronized swimming for ages seven and up, which prepares partici- pants for competition with the YWCA Synchro Stars; Lil’ Dragons Judo for ages 4-7; and U.S.J.A. Judo for ages 5 to adult. Drop-in child care is also available at the 112 Oak Street, Ridgewood facility. Greene to discuss adoption The Adoptive Parents Committee will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19. The session will be held at 80 Park Street in Montclair and will feature guest speaker Nancy Greene. Greene is director of the Ridgewood Public Library and an adoptive parent. Sign-in and registration will begin at 6 p.m. and the pro- gram, which includes a Q&A session, will follow at 6:15 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Greene will discuss adoption themed books from the perspectives of a librarian and an adoptive parent. She will discuss how she has used books with her daughter and her daughter’s friends and classmates to facilitate communica- tion about adoption topics. Information about the Adoptive Parents Committee’s local chapter is available at (201) 301-2816 and at newjersey @adoptiveparents.org. ECLC sponsors free workshops In an effort to help parents and guardians of children with special needs, the ECLC of New Jersey School in Ho- Ho-Kus has launched a free workshop series touching on topics that are particularly important to this community. Any interested member of the community may join ECLC staff and outside experts for these workshops. All programs will take place at the ECLC School located at 302 North Franklin Turnpike in Ho-Ho-Kus. Registration for the workshops may be made by e-mail- ing vlindorff@eclcofnj.org or calling (201) 670-7800. Child care cannot be provided during these sessions. The first workshop, “Sexuality and Relationships,” will be held Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. Mary Greenfield, certified sexual- ity educator, will cover common sexuality issues and how A breath of fresh air This photo from the Lodish and Peabody family of Ridgewood was a winning entry in The Fresh Air Fund’s 2013 Photo Contest. All winners were selected from the hundreds of pictures sent in by volunteer host families across 13 states from Virginia to Maine and Canada, reflecting the memorable experiences they shared with their New York City visitors this past summer. The image features Fresh Air visitor, nine-year-old Kaelyn from the Bronx, New York, experiencing the simple summertime joys in New Jersey with host sibling, Violet Peabody. The girls enjoyed the ‘typical’ rites of summer like swimming, biking, walking the dog, eating ice cream, and going to camp. For more information about hosting a Fresh Air child, contact Catherine Cardew at (201) 612-8337 or visit www.freshair.org.(Photo courtesy of Stephanie Lodish.) to respond to sexual situations more effectively. “Strategies for Effective Collaboration with Your School District” will be held Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. Participants will learn the basic principles of special education law, strat- egies to help strengthen their roles as advocates for their children, how to communicate more effectively, negotiate with confidence, maintain, records and preserve a positive working relationship with district leaders. This workshop, sponsored by ASAH, will be presented by experts from Hinkle, Fingles & Prior. For this workshop only, RSVP to: Donna Gomez, ASAH, DonnaG@asah.org or (609) 890- 1400. Lori Wolf, Esq. will present “Special Needs Trusts” on Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. This expert has written extensively and lectured on this sensitive and important topic. The final workshop will be presented on March 20, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Jennifer Joyce, coordinator of employment and day services at DDD will present “Changes in DDD Fund- ing.” Participants will learn how funding through the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities is changing for people with special needs. Show to feature Broadway favorites Music Behind the Magic, a show featuring music from hit Broadway musicals, will be presented at the First Pres- byterian Church, 15 Shuart Lane in Ramsey. Performances will be 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 25, and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 26 and 27. Director Danielle O’Hara Van Kampen, Musical Direc- tor A.J. Minutillo, and Production Manager Ruth O’Hara have planned a show that will include selections from sev- eral favorite shows. Cast members include Kayleigh Bar- barulo, Kelly Barron, Danielle Becht, Toni Braun, Trevor Braun, Traci Cidlik, Matthew Gill Clark, Pete Fournier, Jacqui Guhl, Julia Huston, Ian O’Loughlin, A.J. Minutillo, Cali Molinelli, Matt Muchalan O’Loughlin, Brian Petty, Julie Roccanova, Sara Schatz, and Danielle O’Hara Van Kampen. For tickets, call (551) 427-5540 or e-mail per4mingheart@gmail.com. Candidates Forum is this week The League of Women Voters will present a District 40 Candidates Forum on Wednesday, Oct. 16. This event will be held at 12:30 p.m. at the Northwest Bergen Senior Activ- ity Center located at 46-50 Center Street in Midland Park. New Jersey Senate candidates Kevin J. O’Toole, the Republican incumbent, and William Meredith Ashley, the Democratic challenger, will answer written questions. (continued on page 24) October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 3 Midland Park Michael Junta steps down Fond get together The Schaper sisters, all lifelong Midland Park residents, joined their brother, Orrie, now living at Mill Gardens Assisted Living, for the celebration of Mill Gardens’ 10 th anniversary last month. Pictured with Orrie, from left, are sisters Henrietta (Hummy) Klopman, Jennie Marcus and Minny Seigers. Not pictured is their youngest brother Sam. Midland Park Councilman Michael Junta resigned his position last week because he is moving from the borough. He was married Saturday in Lake Pleas- ant, NY, where his and his bride’s families have lake homes, and they will be living in Oakland. “I would like to thank my fellow mem- bers of the governing body, as this has been such a great experience. We all have worked so hard and well together, that I am very comfortable in stepping down, as Midland Park truly will be left in great hands,” Junta said, going on to thank borough employees and volunteers “that work so hard in so many different aspects to make this such a great community.” He singled out borough clerk/admin- istrator Addie Hanna. “Addie is a very special person and works so hard for everyone in this town. She has been with us through thick and thin and always led us in the right directions. Midland Park is truly blessed to have her leading the day- to-day operations of our town,” he said. Asked about his accomplishments while on the council, Junta said there had been many, but, “I like to tell everyone that I personally had no accomplishments on the council because we are a team. There is no “one” in team, and we as a council worked so well together that so many great ideas have turned into real- ity,” he said. A 15-year member of the Midland Park Volunteer Ambulance Corps, which he served as captain for six years, Junta said he would continue on the corps following a short leave of absence to get settled after his marriage. He had also served five years with the Midland Park Fire Department, but resigned after being elected captain of MPAC to focus 100 percent attention on MPAC, he said. A lifelong borough resident, Junta chaired the council’s finance committee and previously the public safety/fire com- mittee. The borough council is now charged with selecting Junta’s replacement from among three names submitted by the Republican Municipal Committee. Com- mittee Chairman Ester Vierheilig said the group was to meet this week to discuss the nominations, which must be submit- ted by Oct. 27. The council appointee will serve until December, 2014, when Junta’s term would have expired. Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 Midland Park New town hall planters are fruit of Eagle Scout project New planters on the fence in front of the Midland Park town hall now hold in place fall flowers. The bright green wooden boxes with white trim are the work of resident Matt Topp, who directed their construction as his Eagle Scout project. “I’m thrilled. It’s another example of the Boy Scouts’ contribution to the Borough of Midland Park,” commented Mayor Patrick “Bud” O’Hagan. Most pleased was Borough Clerk/Administrator Addie Hanna, who suggested the project to Topp as a means of carrying out her efforts to beautify borough properties. “I knew what I wanted and what would go well with my scheme for town hall,” said Hanna, who has acquired a reputation for her elaborate decorations inside and outside of town hall each season and holiday. “Matt was easy to work with and added the trim as a personal touch.” Top said it took about 20 people 104 hours of work for the past year to finish the 13 boxes, each about 3 feet long and 10 in. high. He said he himself put in about 70 hours, and loved every minute of it. “I’m happy they came out so well and the town was appreciative of my work,” said Topp last week as he deliv- ered the finished product. The town’s DPW planted and hung them the next day. Topp said funds for the project had come from the Midland Park Lions Club and Benjamin Moore Paints in Waldwick. Kuiken Lumber had provided the lumber at a discount. A senior at Midland Park High School, Topp anticipates receiving his Eagle Scout honors by year’s end. Matt Topp presents one of the planters to Mayor Patrick ‘Bud’ O’Hagan in front of town hall last week. October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 5 Franklin Lakes Planning board to act on Shawnee Drive dispute by Frank J. McMahon The Franklin Lakes Planning Board has issued an ulti- matum to a Hackensack resident who owns a residential lot on Shawnee Drive on which a large house has been constructed. The property has been at the center of a dis- pute between the borough’s planning board and the lot owner for several years. At a recent public meeting, the planning board autho- rized Robert Davies, the acting attorney for the board, to send a certified letter to Joseph Ferriero, the attorney for Bashar Sabbagh who owns the residential lot, advising him and his client that the public hearing about a vari- ance for lot coverage will be held on Nov. 6 and no further adjournments of the public meeting will be granted. In the letter, Davies was instructed to advise Ferriero and Sabbagh that the board expects to take action on the matter at that meeting. The planning board had approved an application by Sabbagh for the construction of a conforming dwelling and other improvements in January 2006. A large dwell- ing, currently assessed at almost $1.1 million, has been constructed on the site along with a large paver block driveway. The dispute between the board and Sabbagh centers on the calculation of “total” impervious coverage on the site. Borough engineers have calculated the impervious coverage of the property at 33.85 percent, which violates the maximum allowable total lot coverage of 25 percent. During several recent planning board meetings, the permeability of a paver block driveway at the site has been the subject of extensive testimony by a civil engineer hired by Sabbagh. The conformity of the construction on that lot continues to be the subject of a public hearing before the board. However, Sabbagh has asked for several adjournments of the public hearings over the past couple of years, and the board has expressed frustration with the delays. Ferriero claims the change to the zoning ordinance that was made by the borough in 2010 when the wording in that ordinance was changed from “impervious” coverage to “total” coverage is contrary to case law. He says his client’s lot coverage should be calculated according to the language in the prior ordinance. Nasr Sheta, a civil engineer hired by Sabbagh, has provided extensive testimony concerning the size, nature, and permeability of the paver block driveway that has been installed on the lot and the amount of rainwater that runs off the driveway into the street and onto a neighbor- ing property. Sheta has been questioned extensively by Kevin Boswell, vice president of Boswell McClave Engineer- ing, the borough’s professional engineering firm, about the nature of the paver blocks and their permeability, and Boswell was scheduled to provide the board with reports on the type of paver blocks that were used for the drive- way and the runoff from that driveway into the curb line at the last meeting. That meeting was postponed at the request of Sabbagh. Since Sabbagh’s site plan was approved in 2006, he has revised his plans several times, and a revised plan was found to be fully conforming with the borough’s zoning code in April 2010. An amended soil moving permit was issued at that time. In November 2011, a stop work order was issued to Sabbagh when it was found the improve- ments constructed on the site were not in conformance with the approved plan. The following July, Sabbagh submitted conforming corrective measures, which included a further reduction of the size of the driveway and the removal of a pool from the plans. The stop work order was lifted and an amended soil moving permit was issued in July 2011. During an inspection of the site in May 2012, however, it was noticed that the driveway was not being constructed according to the most recent revised plan. Sabbagh was directed to restore the driveway according to the approved plan, or submit a variance application to the planning board seeking approval to allow the driveway to remain. Work on the property was stopped again in July 2012 because Sabbagh had not addressed the need to restore the site to conform to the approved plan and he had not submitted a variance application. Sabbagh then submitted a new plan that resulted in the 33.85 percent lot coverage calculation. Extravaganza reservations accepted The Franklin Lakes Branch of the Valley Hospital Auxiliary will hold its sixth annual Pre-Holiday Brunch and Boutique Shopping Extravaganza on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at the Indian Trail Club, 830 Franklin Lake Road in Franklin Lakes. Shopping will be from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.; brunch will be available from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Over 30 vendors will sell handmade and costume jewelry, unique children’s items, scarves, shawls, sweat- ers, belts, handbags, skincare products, home goods, and more. Special auction prizes will include a six-room hand- crafted Colonial mansion dollhouse valued at over $950, and a specially-designed piece of jewelry. Proceeds from this event will support the auxiliary’s $1.5 million pledge for expansion of The Valley Hospital Breast Surgery Program at the Luckow Pavilion, including a dedicated mammography suite and ultrasound suite, and for Valley Home Care’s Butterflies Program, a palliative care and hospice program for children. Tickets, which include brunch and shopping, can be pur- chased by sending a $35 check payable to The Valley Hos- pital Auxiliary: to Linda Leeder, 287 Glen Place, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417. The reservation deadline is Nov. 4. The three-fold mission of the Valley Hospital Auxil- iary is to serve as community liaison to the hospital, raise funds, and assist the hospital through a variety of tradi- tional and non-traditional volunteer services. Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 7 Wyckoff ‘Hansel and Gretel’ to feature township woman Wyckoff resident Jacqueline Karle will be a featured performer in Opera 691 at the Wyckoff YMCA’s Oct. 25 presentation of “Hansel and Gretel.” Karle will be starring in the title role of Hansel. In 2012, she earned her master’s degree in vocal perfor- mance from Montclair State University and now teaches voice lessons in Studio 691 and has a private vocal studio. This mezzo-soprano recently performed in Washington, D.C. and will return in December to sing the role of Prince Orlofsky in Bel Cantanti Opera Company’s production of “Die Fledermaus.” Singing the role of The Witch will be former Wyckoff resident Alexis Rodda. She recently received her master’s degree from the Mannes School of Music and is currently performing with Opera Philadelphia. Rodda and Karle both made their debuts with Opera 691 last year in “Suor Angelica” and will now be joined by a stunning cast to bring this enchanting fairy tale to life. This performance will include professional opera singers and the Y Children’s Opera Chorus and Y-arts Studio 691 Ballet Company from the Wyckoff YMCA. “We are so fortunate to have some of our truly gifted talent right here in the town of Wyckoff,” said Stage Director Reegan McKenzie. “This is one of the finest casts I’ve heard for ‘Hansel and Gretel’ and it should not be missed!” “Hansel and Gretel,” a charming opera written by Engelbert Humperdinck, is perfect for adults and chil- dren and will be sung in English. Based on the Grimm’s fairytale of the same name, “Hansel and Gretel” is the perfect family show to introduce children to opera. The opera will include brightly-colored, dazzling scenery and lively songs. This production, which marks the Y’s fourth annual Opera Night, will be held at 7:30 p.m. on the Y’s Carl Pfeifer Performing Arts Stage, 691 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff. Tickets are $30 for adults; $25 for seniors and stu- dents. The cost for children is $15. Add $10 to the ticket price, and attend a pre-show reception at 6 p.m. that will include champagne and light fare. Tickets are on sale at wyckoffymca.org. Call (201) 891-2081 for more informa- tion. Wyckoff YMCA is located at 691 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff. Jacqueline Karle (Photo courtesy of Kaitlyn Burns.) Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 Thank you to the Wyckoff Seniors for their continued support of our food pantry. Thanks to Vincent for provid- ing a $50 gift card to Toys R Us for Raymond. (We know he can’t wait to pick out his remote-controlled car!) We are planning our Fourth Annual Bash, which will be held in March 2014. Please contact us if you would like to be involved. We need help getting corporate sponsor- ships, donations of sports tickets and memorabilia, and selling ads for our journal. The following is from one of our caseworkers, Susan: “Working with families and children has been my life- time work, however, I am fairly new to ECF and the expe- rience has already taught me so much. Although, I have only been with ECF a few months I have seen firsthand the amazing work ECF has provided in servicing families with multiple needs. “Having a child diagnosed with cancer places a family at risk of financial hardship, since a parent often needs to take a leave from work in order to be with his or her child during the medical and emotional impact of their treat- ment. Your donations of gift cards for gas and food, and assistance with utilities are a huge help. “Often, families travel long distances to take their child to treatment, and this can occur three or four times a week. For example, a family from Middlesex County will be traveling to Philadelphia several times a week for the next six weeks. This puts an incredible financial strain on a family as gas is so expensive. “Recently, ECF provided another family with a new bed for Brian, for which he was most grateful. Brian was ecstatic and told me, ‘Ms. Susan, I love my new bed, it’s so comfortable and I thank you very much!’ Bringing joy to a child who is going through so much is just one small part ECF plays in helping a family during such a trau- matic time. There is so much more ECF offers and we need your assistance in helping meet these needs.” ECF is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide a variety of specialized services, at no charge, to any New Jersey family facing the challenges of caring for a child with cancer. We do not raise money for cancer research. Instead, we provide direct in-home care to our families. Many families do not have the financial or emo- tional support to help them get through a major illness like cancer, so our primary focus is providing families with counseling by a professional caseworker, mate- rial goods (such as household items, toys, and monthly grocery deliveries), and emergency financial assistance. These individually tailored services are critical in helping families get through the crisis of pediatric cancer. ECF does not receive any government funding. We rely on donations from the community: financial support, Award announced Midland Park’s Bolger Community Center on the Marlow Park property at 445Godwin Avenue, recently received a special award from the U.S. Green Building Council’s New Jersey Chapter at gala at the NJ Performing Arts Center in Newark. Due to open at the end of this year, the center is being recognized in the USGBC NJ’s not-for-profit commercial category. The Ridgewood-based Bolger Foundation is providing the funding for the project, which was inspired by philanthropist David Bolger. Project Architect Patrick LaCorte of Peter Wells Architecture, submitted the successful application. in-kind donations, and volunteer time. Call the North- ern Regional Center at (201) 612-8118 or e-mail Laura at laura@emmanuelcancer.org to see how you can help. • We need volunteers who can deliver groceries to families in Bergen and Essex counties. Spanish-speaking drivers are in particularly high demand. • ECF is looking for a master’s level caseworker to provide home visits and other services to families in the greater Bergen County area. Candidates may e-mail Man- aging Director Carol Davis at carold@emmanuelcancer. org. • We will soon start to collect Thanksgiving baskets for our food families. Please consider making a Thanks- giving in a box for us. You provide the non-perishable sides, and we provide the turkey. This is a great idea for a family project or a Scout troop. • Turn your event into a fundraiser where you collect checks or gift cards for our families. • Get the kids involved. Proceeds from the sale of baked goods and lemonade have helped our families in the past. • Is your office looking for a community service proj- ect? Consider collecting donations for our food pantry. • Is your Boy/Girl Scout Troop looking to earn badges? This is a great way to get creative and have fun while learning about philanthropy. The Emmanuel Cancer Foundation is celebrating 30 years of providing services. We welcome contributions in honor of this milestone. Imagine how much good we could do with $30 from every reader! Does your company have a charitable giving program? If so, please let us know! 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 food pantry, and see what ECF is all about. The Northern Regional Center is located at 174 Paterson Avenue in Midland Park. Please call (201) 612- 8118 before you stop by. Because storage space is limited, please do not leave items at the center without checking with us first. For more information, visit www.emmanuelcancer. org or “like” us on Facebook: EmmanuelCancerFounda- tion. As always, thank you for helping the children and their families! October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 9 Tips for developing a small business budget Budgeting is important for businesses big and small. While corporations or larger organizations might be able to stretch their budgets when necessary, small businesses often do not have a lot of leeway. Because small businesses are often less financially flexible than their larger competitors and counterparts, small busi- ness owners tend to agonize over their budgets when starting out. Part of that struggle may stem from small business owners who specialize in their trade but have little experience running a busi- ness. But determining a small business budget is essential to a business’ success, as it helps owners determine if they have enough money to fund the business and its potential expansion while also provid- ing owners with a steady income. Each industry is different, and budgets that work for one business will not neces- sarily work for another. But the following tips can help business owners develop an effective budget regardless of their indus- tries. Understand the industry. Under- standing the industry and knowing the product are two different things. When establishing a budget for a new business, small business owners should familiarize themselves with the industry they will be joining and calculate the cost of machin- ery and materials. The prices of materi- als can fluctuate depending on supply and demand, but small business owners developing a budget can research how such costs have fluctuated in the past or speak with current business owners to determine how much of their initial cash supply and future revenue will need to be allocated to production costs. Another thing to learn about the indus- try is if there are certain trends that may dictate revenue stream. For example, a surf shop likely will not bring in as much revenue in the winter as it will in the summer. Such trends are not exclusive to seasonal businesses, and business owners need to take them into consideration when developing a budget. Doing so will help businesses stay afloat during those times when a particular industry traditionally struggles. Know how to allocate revenue. Devel- oping a budget for a startup can be tricky, as it is hard to know how to allocate rev- enue when it is not known how much rev- enue the business will generate. However, that does not mean future revenue cannot be allocated. In fact, doing so is entirely necessary. Calculating operating costs, which include materials, labor, the rent or mortgage on the property where the busi- ness is housed, and taxes, among other expenses, helps a business owner deter- mine how much revenue will be needed to make the business work. Knowing the percentage of revenue that needs to go toward operating costs can help a busi- ness owner develop a realistic budget for the first few months. Build some breathing room into the budget. Including extra funds in the budget will help should the estimated revenue fall short of actual revenue, or if the business takes off and more money is needed to meet customer demand and/or expand the staff. In addition, factoring in some breathing room will come in handy should costs for rent or materials sud- denly rise. Develop a secondary emergency budget. Figures regarding the survival rates of new small businesses vary sig- nificantly. Conventional wisdom has long suggested such businesses fail far more often than they succeed, and many fail rather quickly. However, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly half of all new businesses survive five years or more, and about one-third survive for a decade or more. But surviving five years is not necessarily a 50-50 proposi- tion, as small business owners who plan ahead for emergencies are likely in better positions to make it to 10 years than those who do not plan in advance. When devel- oping a secondary emergency budget, include cost-cutting measures, which can make it easier to make tough decisions if money becomes tight and bills still need to be paid. Adversity is to be expected, and having a plan in place will make it easier to manage. Review the budget regularly. Once the business has opened, owners should review their budgets to determine if money is being spent as wisely as pos- sible. For example, if some costs were overestimated, the money not being used for those expenses could be used to grow the business. Larger businesses can afford to estab- lish yearly budgets because they have more financial flexibility. But small busi- nesses are more vulnerable to volatile markets or unexpected costs, so small business owners should review their bud- gets more frequently and make changes they feel are necessary. Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 Negotiate a commercial lease that works for you Leasing commercial space is a fact of life for many business owners. The expense of commercial leasing is considerable, but cost is not the only factor to consider when leasing a commercial space. The following are a few tips for business owners when negotiating a commercial space lease. Enlist some professional help. While seasoned business owners may be able to negotiate their commercial lease on their own, new business owners often benefit from the services of real estate brokers and real estate lawyers. Real estate law- yers can negotiate a lease, explaining key terms and conditions that may prove con- fusing to first-time business owners. Real estate brokers can help find the right loca- tion, and many brokers have a long working history with landlords. Such relationships can make the process easier, and they also can benefit business owners looking for the best possible location for their businesses. Real estate brokers often get first choice at the most desirable locations, so teaming up with an established real estate broker can increase the chances of landing a desirable property. Emphasize affordable renewal options. The length of commercial leases favored by small businesses is often similar to the length of a lease on a private residence. Though the language might be more com- plex than that of a private residence lease, the length of a commercial lease agreement is typically one to two years. But business owners must be diligent regarding renewal options and the cost of such renewals. Come the end of a lease, no one wants to be met with a considerable and unexpected hike in rent. Work to get the most favorable renewal options possible so more of the operating budget can go into products and not toward the lease. Pay attention to extra fees. Many com- mercial leases include fees in addition to the monthly rent. Maintenance fees are common, and there may even be a separate set of maintenance fees when sharing com- mercial space. When negotiating a lease, ask to see a list of the costs and fees current tenants typically incur each month. When discussing maintenance fees, confirm who must pay for less routine maintenance, such as HVAC or plumbing repairs, and be sure to get such information included in the lease. When discussing such fees, inquire about utility costs as well. Utilities are often the responsibility of the tenant, but it still behooves business owners to confirm who will be paying the monthly utilities. Negotiate an exclusivity clause. Busi- ness owners often don’t want their competi- tors to move in across the street, and they certainly don’t want them to move into the same building. Negotiating an exclusivity clause into a lease can help protect a busi- ness. Such clauses prevent landlords from leasing other spaces on the property to a business owner’s competition. Carefully read the default language. Before signing a commercial lease, business owners must familiarize themselves with the default language therein. Determine what happens if they default on the lease, including if they will be locked out upon the first missed payment and if the landlord will immediately initiate eviction proceedings in such instances. Many commercial leases also include language stating that tenants are responsible for any legal fees landlords accrue in the case of a default. Though it might be difficult to negotiate the default language in a lease, business owners should still know that language prior to signing a lease. October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 11 Try these ideas to grow your small business Getting a startup off the ground is a considerable and rewarding achievement. But once a business has achieved a certain level of success, owners often find themselves won- dering what to do next. Growing a business may not prove as challenging as turning it from a startup into a successful enterprise, but owners often agonize over the best way to grow their busi- nesses. The following are a few ideas to build on that initial success. Open a new location. Physical expansion is often the first idea that comes to mind when owners think about how to grow their businesses. But physical expansion is not always the best option. Before deciding to open a second location, consider consumer trends to determine if the company has staying power, and economic trends to determine if the economy is healthy enough to support both the initial loca- tion and any additional future locations. Entrepreneurs should also consider their management style. If that style is very hands-on, who will manage the new location? Physical expansion can be good for business, but it’s often most successful when owners have a solid management team in place, which allows owners to spend time at both locations. The Small Business Administration notes that diversify- ing is a strong growth strategy, providing multiple streams of income that can help owners survive the slower months when sales tend to dip. Businesses known for a particu- lar product may want to offer complementary products or services or import or export others’ products. Expanding a brand to include complementary products or services is a logical next step to grow a business and build on custom- ers’ trust and loyalty. Develop an app. Many of today’s successful startups app. Such apps can allow customers to peruse products and services, place orders on-the-go, and perform a host of other tasks without using a computer. An app can intro- duce a business to a whole new crop of potential customers, whether they live around the corner from the store or half- way around the globe. Upon introducing the app, expect some technical glitches and solicit user responses to help update the app and make it more user-friendly. Form an alliance with other businesses. Rather than diversifying their product offerings, some owners have found it’s easier and more profitable to form an alliance with other businesses who already sell complementary products. Such an alliance can be good for both businesses, as each can expand its customer base without the kind of effort it takes to open a new location or the cost of produc- ing new products. Alliances can be the most effective and quickest ways to grow a business, not to mention the least expensive and time-consuming. had websites before they opened the doors of their more traditional brick-and-mortar stores. While a strong Web presence is essential for many of today’s businesses, busi- ness owners can now create their own smartphone or tablet Page 12 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 Franklin Lakes Developer to sue over affordable housing denial by Frank J. McMahon A developer whose use variance application was denied by the Franklin Lakes Zoning Board of Adjustment has confirmed that he will appeal in Superior Court. Joseph Commorata, a principal of ABJC Investments LLC, confirmed his intent to sue immediately after the board voted unanimously to deny his request to build affordable housing on a 3.2-acre residential lot at 724 Franklin Avenue. During the public hearing, extensive testimony was pro- vided by professional planner Joseph Burgis, who testified in support of the application, and Elizabeth McManus, the borough’s professional planner, and many neighbors of the subject property. Commorata planned to construct two buildings on Franklin Avenue adjacent to Shirley Avenue that would contain 24 multi-family dwelling units, including five low- and moderate-income housing units. He requested a use variance because multi-family housing is not permitted in the A-22.5 residential zone in which the site is located, and he intended to return to the board with specific site plans if that use variance were granted. Robert Kasuba, the attorney for ABJC Investments, pro- vided the board with several documents prior to Burgis’ tes- timony. Those documents included reports from the special master planner who was involved in the borough’s builder’s remedy affordable housing lawsuit in 2001, the housing plan prepared by the borough’s former professional plan- ner, a remediation report, a variety of census data related to housing issues, and a local board of education report regarding a projection of public school enrollment. Burgis told the board those documents provided enough evidence to support the special reasons necessary to grant the use variance. During his testimony, he pointed out that the site could not be easily developed for single-family homes due to its dimensions although, based on its current zoning, four lots could be created on the site. He also said the proposed plan is consistent with a number of the goals in the borough’s master plan, such as retaining the residential character of the site and recognizing the environmental constraints of the property, which has a large area of wetlands. He also said the plan would be consistent with the municipality’s obligation to provide affordable housing within the bor- ough, which he claims would be inherently beneficial to the community. Burgis said the traffic created by the proposed plan would not be a substantial detriment because it would create just 13 vehicle trips during peak traffic hours. He also said the impact of the housing plan on the school system would not be a substantial detriment based on the district’s projec- tion of declining enrollment. “This is a very appropriate site under the inherently ben- eficial use or the affordable housing standard,” the profes- sional planner said. During his testimony, however, several board members offered different opinions on how the site could be devel- oped to avoid the need for a use variance, and Zoning Board Attorney Robert Davies contended that the case law he has reviewed indicated that an inherently beneficial use exists only when an affordable housing project would consist of 100 percent affordable housing units. Kasuba disagreed and provided Davies with copies of a 2011 Haddonfield court decision to support Burgis’ tes- timony. McManus testified that her interpretation of the inher- ently beneficial statute indicated that the proposed use (continued on page 17) Area October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 13 Wyckoff-Midland Park Rotary hosts Brazilian student Isabela Cipriani is an exchange student from Brazil who is currently attending Ramapo High School. She will be hosted by three families in the local school district area. Cipriani comes from a town 100 miles south of San Pablo. She is very interested in studying graphic design at Ramapo and is preparing for college when she returns to Brazil. Cipriani arrived at Newark International Airport in August and was met by District 7490 Youth Exchange Chairman John Adams and two of her host families. Rotary promotes all levels of exchange, but is especially proud of the exchange programs offered to high school students, typically in their sophomore, junior, and senior years. Because Rotary is the world’s largest community service organization, it can offer the lowest cost student exchange that club members believe is so important for building better relationships and understanding, and bring- ing everyone closer to world peace. Besides Rotary’s long-term program for the full aca- demic year, Rotary also offers a short-term, family to family program where one student is matched with a stu- dent in another country for an equal two- to three-week exchange, typically in the summer. Isabela Cipriani and John Adams Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 Midland Park Town to erect netting to stop balls’ intrusion An East Center Street family in Midland Park is getting help in stopping soccer balls from coming into their yard from the neigh- boring school field. The Midland Park Board of Education, the borough council and the soccer associa- tion will all be sharing in the cost of erect- ing protective netting which everyone hopes will resolve the situation. The materials and equipment rental to do the work are expected to cost around $700. Adriana McKenna of East Center Street, whose property immediately adjoins the Highland School field, had complained about the problem to Recreation Director Kathy LaMonte, who brought the matter up to Borough Clerk/Administrator Addie Hanna. The field, owned by the school board, is used for play almost exclusively by the town’s soccer and baseball recreation programs. DPW Superintendent Rudy Gnehm said initially the soccer association moved the portable goal 10 ft. away from the residence and closer to the school, but the situation did not improve. The McKenna’s property is downhill from the field, and the balls fly over the 4-ft. fence. The proposal now is for the town to trim the McKenna’s trees on the school side 8 ft. above the dividing fence and then anchor the netting to the trees on the McKenna prop- erty about 15 ft. up. Hanna said the family has given the borough verbal approval, but a formal agreement would be required as well. Hanna said plans call for doing the work before fall leaf pick up season starts on Oct. 23, since the DPW would be doing the work. Essay contestants sought The Midland Park/Wyckoff VFW Post 7086 is again sponsoring the VFW’s annual Patriots Pen Essay Contest. The essay con- test is open to all Midland Park and Wyckoff students in grades six through eight. This year’s theme is, “What Patriotism Means to Me.” Essays must be no less than 300 words and cannot exceed 400 words. Submissions should be mailed to 28 Faner Road, Midland Park, NJ 07432, along with the completed Patriot’s Pen entry form. Essays and entry forms may also be dropped off at the Faner Road address. The deadline is Nov. 1. Entry forms and all contest information are available at http://vfw.org/Community/ Patriot-s-Pen. Special guest Republican U.S. Senate candidate Steve Lonegan recently held a press conference outside Midland Park Borough Hall. Pictured with the candidate (center) are Midland Park Mayor Patrick ‘Bud’ O’Hagan (right) and Councilman Jack Considine (left). October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 15 Area Coalition event to feature Carlough family’s story Hear “The Remarkable Story of the D.J. Carlough Family” at the Fourth Annual Northwest Bergen History Coalition Luncheon. The event will be held Friday, Nov. 1 at noon at Apple Ridge Country Club in Mahwah. Those who attend will learn about four generations of the Carlough family who worked the land that is now Apple Ridge Country Club. The Carloughs were part of a small group of German Palatines who settled in 1713 in what is now Mahwah. David J. Carlough, born in 1813, was a drover (cattle driver). He purchased a large piece of property in what was then Franklin Township to graze the herds he drove in from Pennsylvania. His oldest son started apple orchards on the property. The next generation became the larg- est apple growers in New Jersey and then the orchards became a golf course. The program will include excerpts from D.J. Car- lough’s 19th century journal along with slides and arti- facts presented by Carol W. Greene from the Mahwah Historical Society and Kay Yeomans from the Upper Saddle River Historical Society. The luncheon is $40 per person. This event is spon- sored by eight historical societies in northwest Bergen County. For reservations, contact Michelle Dugan at mfdugan@verizon.net or (201) 995-0171 or Jean Hildeb- randt at (201) 891-9409 or jean.hildebrandt@gmail.com. Auxiliary sets Fish & Chips Dinner The Wyckoff Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will host a Fish & Chips Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 19. The event will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Protection Fire Company No. 1 located on Scott Plaza in Wyckoff. The dinner will be catered by Argyle’s of Kearny. Takeout orders will be available. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children under eight. To order tickets, call (201) 891-1348. David J. Carlough, the first of four men who worked the land that is now Apple Ridge Country Club. Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 Obituaries Thomas E. Anderson Senior Thomas E. Anderson Senior, 89, of Wyckoff, formerly of Hawthorne, died Sunday, Oct. 6. He was a U.S. Army vet- eran of World War II, where he earned the Combat Infantry Medal. He was an electric motor repairman for Industrial Electric in Hawthorne until his retirement. He was a member of St. Clement’s Episcopal Church in Hawthorne, where he served as an usher and on the Buildings and Grounds Com- mittee. He was also a member of American Legion Post # 199 in Hawthorne. He is survived by his wife, Virginia (nee: Eyrich) Anderson; two children, Thomas, Jr. and his wife Nancy of Chattanooga, TN and Barbara Koman and her husband Edward of Millis, MA; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Browning-For- shay Funeral Home, Hawthorne. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Clement’s Memorial Fund, 271 Lafayette Ave., Hawthorne, NJ 07506. Mark A. Aragona Mark A. Aragona, 79, of Wyckoff, formerly of Bergen- field, died Oct. 6 at the Christian Health Care Center in Wyckoff. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War and was a parishioner of St. Elizabeth’s Church in Wyckoff. His wife Lois died in 2000. He is survived by a daugh- ter, Cara Smith and her husband Vincent; two grandchil- dren and two sisters: Frances Aragona and Joann Cerelli. Arrangements by Vander Plaat Funeral Home, Wyckoff . Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice Services, 15 Essex Rd., Suite 3, Paramus, NJ 07652. Nicholas Astras Nicholas Astras, 92, of Franklin Lakes, died suddenly on Oct. 6. Born and raised in Andros, Greece, he immigrated to the United States as a young man. He was a member of St. Athanasius Greek Orthodox Church in Paramus, and its Parish Council and of the American Hellenic Education & Progressive Association. He owned and operated Olympic Diner in Paterson for 40 years. He was predeceased by his wife, Estelle (Makris) Astras and a son, John, and his long- time companion, Anna Gregoras. He is survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Arrange- ments were by Vander Plaat-Caggiano Funeral Home, Fair Lawn. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Athana- sius Greek Orthodox Church Building Fund, 51 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652. Penelope ‘Penny’ Bennett Penelope “Penny” Bennett, 70, of Midland Park died Oct. 9 at The Valley Hospital, Ridgewood. Prior to her retirement, she had worked as an aide for the Ridgewood Board of Education and most recently was a secretary at Ridgewood High School. She was a longtime member of the Midland Park United Methodist Church, where she had been active in many of the church groups. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Richard A. Bennett of Mid- land Park; two children: Whitney R. Perro of West Milford and Shawn H. Bennett and his wife, Mona of Waldwick; two grandchildren; and siblings Kim Vezzani of White Oak, PA and David Hollingsworth and his wife, Kathy of St. Albans, WV. Arrangements by Vander Plaat Funeral Home, Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Midland Park United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 269 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, NJ 07432. Elias B. Debbas Elias B. Debbas, 82, of Glen Rock died Sept. 26. Born in Jaffa, Palestine, he grew up in Jerusalem where he attended the Christian Brothers Boarding School. He received a civil engineering degree from the American University of Beirut and a masters degree from MIT in 1961. He was employed by Hatch Associates of Canada in New Jersey. He is sur- vived by his wife, Gloria (nee Gelat); and three sons: Paul, Michael, and Peter; a sister, Wida Talamas, and many neph- ews and nieces. Arrangements by Feeney Funeral Home, Ridgewood. James A. Griffin Senior James A. Griffin Senior, 69, of Mahwah died Oct. 7. He was an Army veteran. He was the retired supervisor of the sewer department for the Township of Mahwah, and a member of Company 2 Fire Department in Mahwah, and the American Legion in Mahwah. He is survived by his wife Dorothy; three children, James Jr. (Jane), Susan Mez- zina (Vincent), and Kevin (Lisa); and four grandchildren. Arrangements by Scarr Funeral Home, Suffern. Memorial donations may be made to Valley Hospice, 15 Essex Street Paramus NJ 07652. Richard Nagel Richard Nagel, 73, of Ramsey, died Oct. 3. He is survived by his wife Adrianna (nee Snyder); a son Richard Alfred; his sister-in-law Charlotte Snyder and a niece Cynthia May Nagel and her husband Julian. Before retiring in 2010, he worked for Pathmark Stores for 43 years on the midnight to S a.m. shift. Arrangements by Van Emburgh-Sneider-Pernice Funeral Home, Ramsey. Memorial donations may be made to American Diabetes Association (donations.diabetes.org). Frank Paccione Frank Paccione, 91, of Lakewood, formerly of Waldwick, died Oct. 6. He was a US Army veteran of World War II, serving in the South Pacific, and was a Purple Heart recipient. He is survived by three sons, Patrick, Joseph, and Frank; two granddaughters, Danielle of Sterling Forest, NY and Krystle and her husband Ernest of Monroe, NY; and siblings Teresa, Nick, and Michael. He was predeceased by his wife Frances in 2010. Arrangements by Vander Plaat Funeral Home, Wyckoff. Memorial contributions may be made to Waldwick Volunteer Ambulance Corps., PO Box 244, Waldwick, NJ 07463. Norman Palmeri Norman “Norm” Palmeri, 46, of Mahwah died Oct. 9. He was predeceased by his parents, Norman and Lou-Ann; his brother Thomas, and longtime girlfriend Pamela. He is survived by his siblings: Michael, John, Maria Palamidis and her husband Dino, and Kevin and his wife Jennifer; and several nieces and nephews and friends. Arrangements by William G. Basralian Funeral Home, Oradell. Memorial donations may be made to the John Theurer Cancer Center, Hackensack UMC Foundation, 360 Essex St., Suite 301, Hackensack, NJ 07601. Ann Schrumpf Ann Jordan Schrumpf, 84, of Ridgefield Park, died Oct. 8. Before retiring she was an administrative assistant at the Welfare Board of Bergen County. She is survived by three children: Ann Marie Coyle and her husband Kevin, Roy Schrumpf and his wife Claire, and Robert Schrumpf and his wife Gay; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a brother, William Jordan . She was predeceased by her husband, Leroy V. Schrumpf and siblings Helen Keiser, Thomas Jordan, and Gertrude Jordan. Memorial donations may be made to the Ridgefield Park Volunteer Ambulance Corps, 48 Main Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 or the Christian Health Care Center, 301 Sicomac Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481. Amelia ‘Milly’ Schuit Amelia “Milly” (nee Bakker) Schuit, 89, of Wyckoff died Oct. 8. She was a member of the Hawthorne Gospel Church for over 80 years, where she taught Sunday School, worked with Pioneer Girls and served in the church library. She was the bookkeeper for Hawthorne Gospel Church and bookkeeper/secretary for Hawthorne Christian Acad- emy. She is survived by five children: Rick Schuit and wife Judy, Donna Robison, Priscilla Schuit, Deb Hoeckele and husband Steve, and Bob Schuit and wife Eve; six grand- children, five great grandchildren and a brother, Wilbert Bakker. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Richard R.; four brothers and four sisters. Arrangements by Vander Plaat Funeral Home, Wyckoff. Memorial dona- tions may be made to Hawthorne Gospel Church Sunday School Fund, 2000 Route 208, Hawthorne, NJ 07506. John Jacob Werling John Jacob Werling, 73, a lifelong Ramsey resident, died Oct. 2, at Villa Marie Claire, Saddle River. He was a gradu- ate of Ramsey High School. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Audrey; a daughter, Janine Sinnott, (Mike), of Long Valley; sons John Jacob III (Joan) of Monroe, NY and Christopher of Ramsey; his sister, Connie D’Attilio of Bonita Springs, Florida; five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Christine Thompson of Edgewater, Florida. He owned Peach Hill Farms in Ramsey for over 30 years, which had been established by his grandfather, Jacob Werling in 1901. He was a service technician for 30 years at Masterson Pools in Ramsey. Arrangements by Van Emburgh-Sneider-Per- nice Funeral Home, Ramsey. Memorial donations may be made to Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge, 2 Shelter Lane, Oakland, NJ 07436 or Wildlife Freedom Inc, P.O. Box 31, Wanaque, NJ. 07465. October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 17 Wyckoff Wanderings Trace your property’s history Barbara Neil, a title searcher with 40 years of experi- ence, will address the Wyckoff Historical Society on Monday, Oct. 21. The program will be held at 7 pm. at the Larkin House, 380 Godwin Avenue in Wyckoff. Neil will discuss methods for tracing a property’s previous owners. The public is welcome. Leaf collections to begin Curbside leaf collections will begin on Monday, Oct. 21. Information about the leaf collection is outlined in Update, the Wyckoff newsletter, and will be posted on Wyckoff on the Web (www.wyckoff-nj.com). ‘Music Feeds the Soul’ to continue Grace United Methodist Church located at 555 Russell Avenue in Wyckoff, will present its forth annual “Music Feeds the Soul” program on Sunday, Oct. 20. The concert will begin at 4 p.m. Featured artists will include vocalists Lori Vanderaa, Steve Gant, and “The Joyful Silvertones,” instrumentalists Kevin Cummines and Melissa Kay, and more. The suggested donation is $8 and one non-perishable food item. Proceeds from the event will benefit CUMAC Food Pantry in Paterson. For more information, call (201) 891-4595 or e-mail KVanderaa@hotmail.com. For infor- mation about CUMAC and a list of recommended food items, visit www.cumacecho.org. Lacrosse registration announced Registration for the 2014 spring lacrosse season for Wyckoff boys and girls in grades three through eight will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon, and Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Eisenhower School Cafeteria. The fee is $85. The recreation department is no longer handling each Housing denial (continued from page 12) would not be inherently beneficial because only five of the 24 units would be affordable, and she said there is no case law or legislation that views market rate units as inherently beneficial. “It is undisputed,” McManus said, “that affordable hous- ing is an inherently beneficial use, but market rate units do not meet the definition of an inherently beneficial use.” Reviewing the goals of the borough’s master plan, McManus concluded that the plan would be a detriment to the public good because of its impact on neighboring residential properties. She pointed out, for instance, that the 26-foot buffer proposed to separate the site from the resi- dential homes on Shirley Avenue would not be a full buffer because it would contain a swale in which trees could not be planted. McManus also said the board must consider the negative impact of the lighting, noise, and activity on the proposed site. She advised the board that it could impose a cap on the number of units proposed for the site, but it should consider retaining the proposed height of the buildings. Commorata appealed to the board to grant him an approval of the use variance based on the fact that the sewers being installed in the business district would be extended to this property, which would increase the value of the properties on that section of Franklin Avenue. “This is a unique opportunity to elevate values,” Com- morata said. “It helps the town set the stage for greater values. It is a huge opportunity for the town.” After hearing strong opposition from about 18 residents, most of whom live on Shirley Avenue, the board voted unanimously to deny the use variance application. Prior to seeking a use variance from the zoning board, Commorata had asked the borough council to rezone this property from residential to limited business in order to permit the construction of a residential style office build- ing on the lot. In a tie vote, the planning board effectively denied a motion to find the rezoning consistent with the borough’s master plan, and the borough council ultimately decided not to adopt an ordinance to rezone the property. player’s registration with U.S. Lacrosse. Membership in that organization is still required by the league; instruc- tions on how to register on will be provided at registration. The lacrosse season will begin March 1, 2014 and will continue through May. Teams will practice a minimum of twice a week and will play at least two games a week. Attendance at practice is expected in order to be able to participate in the games. Boys and girls in grades three and four are also allowed to participate in spring baseball and softball. Students in fifth grade and above will have to choose between lacrosse and baseball and softball. Registration for the first and second grade Winter Lacrosse Clinic will also be accepted on Oct. 19 and 22. This co-ed program meets on Saturdays at 9 a.m. for first graders and at 10 a.m. for those in second grade. The clinic will begin Jan. 4 and continue through Feb. 8. The program is limited to the first 50 students in each grade. The fee is $60. The Wyckoff Background Check for volunteer coaches will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Coaches will need to show their driver’s license and a photocopy of their Rutgers Safety Card. Social Media Expert to present parent program The Wyckoff YMCA invites parents to mark their cal- endars for the Oct. 16 Parent Connection program, “Social Media in Education: What Parents Need to Know.” This 7 p.m. event will be presented by New Milford High School Principal Eric Sheninger, who will discuss how schools and educators are using social media to improve communica- tion, enhance public relations, increase student engage- ment, and teach digital citizenship. An educational administrator, Sheninger firmly believes that effective communication, listening, support, shared decision making, and the integration of technology are essential elements of the transformation of school cultures. He has emerged as an innovative leader in the use of social media and Web 2.0 technology as tools to engage students, improve communications with stakeholders, and help edu- cators grow professionally. A National Association of Secondary School Principals Digital Principal Award winner (2012), Phi Delta Kappa Emerging Leader Award recipient (2012), and winner of Learning Forward’s Excellence in Professional Practice Award (2012), Sheninger is a Google certified teacher, Adobe education leader, and an ASCD 2011 Conference Scholar. He co-authored “Communicating and Connecting with Social Media: Essentials for Principals” and “What Princi- pals Need to Know about Teaching and Learning Science.” He writes about education-related topics for the Huffington Post, and is a co-creator of the Edscape Conference. Shen- inger sits on the FEA Board of Directors, and was named to the NSBA “20 to Watch” list in 2010 for technology leadership. Sheninger now presents and speaks nationally to help other school leaders embrace and effectively use technology. He has also received recognition for his blog, “A Principal’s Reflections.” There is no charge for Sheninger’s October program. For more information, contact Parent Connection Coordi- nator Kathy Scarpelli at (201) 891-1820. The Wyckoff Y is located at 691 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff. Voters reminded of new polling locations Wyckoff officials remind residents the special general election for the vacant U.S. Senate seat will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 16. The polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wyckoff residents should take note of the new voting locations. Residents in Districts 1, 5, and 10 will cast their ballots at the Cedar Hill Reformed Church at 422 Cedar Hill Avenue. The polling location for voters in Districts 2, 3, and 6 is the Wyckoff Public Library at 200 Woodland Avenue. District 4 and 8 residents will vote at the Dairy Barn at Faith Community Christian Reformed Church at 530 Sicomac Avenue. Those in Districts 7 and 9 will vote at the Larkin House at 380 Godwin Avenue. For more information, call the municipal clerk’s office at (201) 891-7000, extension 101. Hallissey presents program on healthy foods The Wyckoff Branch of the Valley Hospital Auxiliary will meet Oct. 22 at the Advent Lutheran Church, 777 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff. The group will gather at 10:15 a.m. Nicole Hallissey, dietitian at Shop Rite in Oakland will present a program on food for healthy seniors. New mem- bers are welcome. For details, call Jill at (201) 891-4231. Rummage Sale set The Ladies Aid Society of the Wyckoff Reformed Church will hold a Rummage Sale on Thursday, Oct. 24. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the church’s education building at 580 Wyckoff Avenue. The sale will feature clothes, jewelry, household items, knickknacks, toys, shoes, and more. At 1:15 p.m. there will be a $5 bag sale. The society will receive donations for the sale on Oct. 22 and 22. Foundation to host Oktoberfest The Wyckoff Parks and Recreation Foundation will host its third annual Oktoberfest fundraiser on Oct. 17 at McBride Field in Franklin Lakes. The event will be held under the Big Tent from 7 to 11 p.m. and will benefit the foundation’s turf field project. Catering will be provided by The Market Basket. Tickets are $150 per person. For information and sponsorship opportunities, visit www. wyckoffparks.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. Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 Politicians against Americans! Remember the first time you saw the Grand Canyon? I do. It was during the recession of 1958. My father had just gotten dusted from his job in New York City, but he had negotiated a similar job in the San Francisco area. We pulled up stakes for what we hoped would be a temporary move, rented the house to a family friend, and drove across the country to see America as a sort of left-handed oppor- tunity. We made a list of the things we wanted to see, and the Grand Canyon was the last big goal before we reached California. We spent the first night and the next day of the trip in Gettysburg. My buddies in the sixth grade had formed a regular Civil War army, with blue kepi-style hats and inap- propriate popgun rifles. I had read up on the topic, and seeing the battlefield brought history to life -- up to a point. Before the battlefield became part of the National Park System, the various states had set up monuments to their regiments and favorite sons. The effect was to make the battlefield into a vast cemetery or memorial track for brave men on both sides, though one could conjure up what hap- pened by looking over the lay of the land and the exhibits. Being there made American history emotionally palpable and honored the courage of the soldiers. Many say the battlefield is haunted and, in an odd sense, that spectral presence brings the battlefield alive. Some friends were driving through a rainstorm there once and passed a water-logged Confederate courier on a galloping horse. When they came to the gate, they commented on the accuracy of the Confederate’s uniform. They were told that no such person was in the park, because it was long past closing time. They waited at the exit but the Confederate on the galloping horse never rode past them. Perhaps he is still there. The Grand Canyon was the penultimate stop on the trip. I remember the old dull-red road surfaces, but when we walked to the rim, I was awestruck to the point where I almost fell over backward. No photograph can do justice to the vast sweep of the canyon. One could gaze for hours at the rock formations that crop up like ruined palaces and pagan temples of a mythical forgotten race, or analyze the striated geology of the deepest cut in the Earth known to man. To see this spectacle is to ponder it profoundly. The stop before we finally landed in the reality of the real estate market was Muir Woods. The giant redwoods, protected through the influence of John Muir, had the same effect on me as they did on their namesake: The inspired absolute reverence. Muir said many times that Nature was a wonderful place to pray. The idea that anyone would have wanted to log those trees for a quick profit was a form of blasphemy. Cutting one down anywhere, not just in what became the National Park System, should have instinc- tively been recognized as a crime. Some people have different instincts, and some have political instincts. In order to make the population take the government shut-down seriously after a half-dozen flops that did not come off, the instigators had to find something to shut down that would be annoying but not threatening. The National Parks were the perfect soft target. Try cut- ting off Social Security. No politician who voted for that cut would ever be elected again because the people who receive Social Security, or expect to, know it is actually their money by a contract with the government. Any party held responsible for an attack on Social Secu- rity would go the way of the Bull Mooses, the Mugwumps, or the Know-Nothings. Cut Welfare? America’s cities are still standing. A week after a Welfare elimination, the responsible political leader could climb to the top of the Washington Monument and play his lyre above a sea of fire as the citizens of the nation’s capital burned everything in sight, possibly including the lodge they could no longer afford. When a confused, unarmed black woman tried to broach White House security with a baby in her car, she was shot from five different angles based on a very dubious threat. We will see no cuts to Welfare. Remember what happened when somebody suggested that we might want to suspend the Super Bowl during the first war against Iraq? That idea did not last very long. Politicians are survivors. They learn not to offend vola- tile communities that can be polarized by their economic foolishness, but they also learn that respectable people are slow to take up arms for purely aesthetic reasons. The polit- ical football cannot be football, and it cannot be Welfare or Social Security. The political football, by default, becomes the National Park System. The appeal of the parks to people from this country and those of every country tend to be intelligent, reflective, and reasonably thrifty. They attract a different audience than the gambling casinos that waste enough electricity to illu- minate all of Mexico, or the huge spectator sports events that reinforce people’s sense of their own national prowess even as their jobs are being moved to overseas locations and the U.S. infrastructure collapses. The parks attract decent people who think -- and who think hard and long before they resort to violence. The parks are now the victims of America’s schoolyard. The politicians are the bullies. The politicians also think long and hard. Attacks on programs that render people depen- dant on Big Government are the last things they would touch because those people could become strident in short order and some of them have very little to lose. The edu- cated middle class used to get tapped for real wars against perceived enemies, but we could not prolong the wasteful misery in Iraq and Afghanistan with a conscripted army, because educated people draw the line at being killed in dubious battle outside the national interest. The guy who planned the 9/11 attack is dead, and the attackers are dead. We did what we had to. Enough! Politicians keep telling us that the troops are over there defending our freedom. They say it, but nobody believes it anymore, though they pretend to, so as not to offend the veterans and their long-suffering families. When some- body proposed a third invasion of Syria, there was ZERO support, even from the American Legion commentators. Who wants our soldiers fighting overseas? The people who pay the politicians. I regretted that I missed Vietnam due to a training injury when I volunteer for Airborne. Two of my friends, both decorated for valor, and a third guy who learned Vietnamese and served in counter-intelligence, said they would never serve again unless the Soviets invaded the Western Hemisphere, in which case they would bring their own guns and drive their own cars to the border. Enough was enough then. It still is. The middle class is also tapped to the point of anemia by taxes. The over-taxed members of the middle class are the nerds, geeks, and wimpy kids who get beat up in the schoolyard by the bully politicians, though in their private lives they are also the doctors, lawyers, engineers, teachers, and business people who keep day-to-day America func- tional. Speaking of function: Has anybody noticed that good- paying jobs are not coming back? Did anybody notice that a large number of the people who visit the National Parks are European and Asian tourists? In New York City, a young Asian family was recently pursued and run off the road by some punks on cheap motorcycles. The video of the chase and the photographs of the beating of the Asian man went viral. You think tourists will come here for that? The civil- ity of the National Parks is a fact, the guides are informa- tive and entertaining, and the travel to the locations draws tourists through America’s heartland where travelers spend money on food and accommodations and gasoline and come to realize that most Americans are neither thugs nor empty-headed celebrities, but real people. Nobody who has seen Tokyo, Seoul, or Singapore is particularly impressed with the New York skyline. The history of London or Paris is not there either. Mexico City is twice as big and has older monuments. Ditto Beijing. Nobody is impressed by America’s urban life. We should reopen the parks and see that they stay open. They are the best advertisement for the goodness and greatness of America that we have left. Remember which politicians voted to close them. See that not one of them is ever elected again. Letters to the Editor (Editor’s Note: The following letter from Susan Winton was incorrectly added to Joel Winton’s letter, which ran on Oct. 9. Villadom TIMES regrets the error and any inconve- nience it may have caused.) Opinion offered Dear Editor: It is unfortunate that civil discourse is no longer used by many who do not respect someone else’s right to an opinion other than his or her own. To quote Dr. David Nash, a physician who represented the liberal perspective on the Affordable Care Act, “A civil discourse begins with the premise that there are different points of view on a topic. It is better to understand those with whom we disagree than turn off the sound.” The purpose of government is not to protect the environ- ment. It is to protect the inalienable rights of its citizens. Sustainability is the latest disguise government is using to control its citizens. Susan Winton Wyckoff Support for Schwartz Dear Editor: I have lived in Franklin Lakes for over 40 years and during that time, I have been very involved in the school community -- first, as a parent of three children and active member of the PTA and then as an employee of the board of education for 17 years. During these years, I reached the conclusion that board members need two-to-three years of experience before they fully understand the dynamics of the Franklin Lakes School District and, therefore, become truly valuable mem- bers of the board. Being successful in a chosen career is not enough. Having a child in the school district is not enough. Being involved in the sports program is not enough. Even being involved in another school district is not enough. We need people who know the Franklin Lakes School District and who understand education. We need people who are willing to put aside their egos and who will listen and learn. This is why I watched in horror as the recently-elected, inexperienced board members recklessly made decisions that almost undermined our excellent school district. We desperately need to bring our board of education back to the path of responsible and experienced governance. We need board members who can work in mutual respect with all constituencies of our school district – the adminis- tration, the teachers, and the parents – to help achieve the very best educational experience for our children. We need Kathie Schwartz. We need her experience, her proven track record in dealing with the tough issues, and her deep respect for the school community. We need to put aside politics and focus on bringing the best and most expe- rienced people to the board so that Franklin Lakes can once again shine with pride. Please join me in voting for Kathie Schwartz for the board of education. Linda Leeder Franklin Lakes Election Day opportunity The voters of Franklin Lakes have an opportunity to elect an outstanding individual, Tony Zolfo, to our board of education. I know firsthand that Tony has the ability to effectively work with others, and can facilitate discussions in order to problem solve and build coalitions that will foster environments where teachers continue to inspire our children every day. Tony has the personality and demeanor to continue to build on the collaborative efforts this board has established and to address the challenges we will face. I believe that success is determined by character, and Tony has outstand- ing character. He’s disciplined, hardworking, ethical, loyal, (continued on page 19) October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 19 Letters to the Editor (continued from page 18) and responsible. Tony Zolfo has my whole- hearted support. If this message resonates with you, I urge you to vote for him, too. Margaret Raphael Franklin Lakes Requests respectful dialogue Dear Editor: I am deeply saddened by the reappear- ance of anonymous, negative e-mails in Franklin Lakes. Over the past year and a half, our residents have been subjected to inflammatory e-mails from anonymous sources that contain questionable/inaccu- rate information attacking members of our school board, administration, and commu- nity. I had truly hoped that the individuals behind these messages had come to their senses. Clearly they have not. To those associated with these e-mails: STOP! I thought this chapter in our town was behind us. I have seen efforts to elevate conversation and to hold people to a higher standard of conduct. This is what we need. Anonymous, negative e-mails filled with accusations and rumors do nothing to ben- efit our town. These e-mails are clearly tied to the November election. I truly hope that there is no link between board of education candidates, trustees, and these messages. Anyone who feels that blasting a commu- nity with negative, anonymous e-mails is appropriate has no business making deci- sions about our schools, our children, or our town. We teach our children to exercise sound judgment online. We would never tolerate their use of anonymous, slanderous e- mails to harass or intimidate peers. I don’t think we should expect anything less from the adults in our town. Ironically, this is the “Week of Respect” in New Jersey’s schools, a time when schools emphasize the importance of char- acter education by providing age-appro- priate instruction aimed at preventing harassment, intimidation, and bullying. Let’s practice what we preach. If you have something to add to the discussion, stand up and put your name to it. Let’s have real, fact-based, respectful dialogue. Let’s be adults. Rebecca Rund Franklin Lakes Resident responds Dear Editor: In his letter in the Times of Oct. 9, Joel Winton again refers to George White’s “definitive” (previously described as “epic”) review of the science of climate change. A look on the Internet by his name reveals that White’s 2008 paper has its critics. All (emphasis supplied) scientific work should, of course, be viewed criti- cally. White’s theory should be weighed against the consensus of 97 percent of cli- mate scientists as reported on the NASA website. That includes 18 American scien- tific associations, 11 international science academies, 13 U.S. Government depart- ments and agencies, and nearly 200 world- wide scientific organizations. The latest of five reports since the early 1990s from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change states with 95 percent certainty that human influence is responsible for over one-half the change that is happening now. Consider the consequences of doing nothing except spewing our waste gases into the great open sewer in the sky in the hope that the laws of nature will not apply. When in doubt, cry “Wolf!” Tom Bugel Wyckoff Cyberbullies have no place in Franklin Lakes Dear Editor: It is election time in Franklin Lakes and my hope of a healthy, open, and transpar- ent season for the K-8 board of education was halted recently when I received a copy of an anonymous angry, attacking e-blast. The URL was purposely set to mirror a valid candidate’s website, but make no mis- take: This is e-blast is from a coward, not a candidate. For those not familiar, similar e-mails were sent before, during, and after the election last year and they are what I consider adult cyberbullying. Franklin Lakes is the community in which I, like many others, chose to raise a family. Many of us chose it because of good schools, an easy commuting location, reasonable taxes, and the beautiful, serene surroundings. I do not want to be part of a community in which it is acceptable to use anonymous, slanderous, cyberbullying type e-mails to toss accusations at our fellow residents. I do not want to question my decision to raise my family here because adults in our community don’t follow the bullying stan- dards we set for our children. As parents, we profess to want anti-bul- lying measures in our schools; what about in our community? I implore whoever is sending the inflammatory, negative, and potentially slanderous e-mails to please stop. Stop hiding behind anonymity. Restore a sense of decency to our community. Focus on the real issues. If the issues you raise in your e-mails are real, you should have no fear to put your name on your broadcasts. Bring the issues forward, and let’s have a fact-based discussion, with a respectful sharing of opinions. Let’s show some maturity, professionalism, and intellect. Mary E Calvano Franklin Lakes We need Kathie Schwartz and Christine Christopoul Dear Editor: Kathie Schwartz and Christine Chris- topoul have my full support in their bids for election to the Franklin Lakes Board of Education. I have known Kathie for over nine years and Christine for six. They both bring a wealth of experience at a time where our district is in dire need of experience and stability. I, along with many others, believe they have no agenda other than the best inter- ests of our children. In their many years of service, Christine and Kathie have always conducted themselves as true professionals and have both demonstrated time and time again that they can see beyond the misin- formation and half truths and do the right thing. The fact is they are concerned about what’s best for our town, for our schools, and most of all, for our children. Kathie Schwartz and Christine Christo- poul are best for our children. Renee Cardaci Franklin Lakes Page 20 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • October 16, 2013 Paper Mill presents ‘Honeymoon in Vegas’ by Dennis Seuling “Honeymoon in Vegas,” the first production of Paper Mill Playhouse’s 2013-14 season, is a lush musical based on the 1992 movie celebrating romance, the lure of the gambling mecca, the gentle seduction of Hawaii, and sen- timental gangsters. Playing now through Oct. 27, it is a razzle-dazzle season opener. Jack Singer (Rob McClure) has an intense fear of com- mitment. He sincerely loves his girlfriend, Betsy (Brynn O’Malley), but even after five years of togetherness cannot summon the courage to propose to her. The problem stems from a selfish, dying wish of his mother, Bea (Nancy Opel). Just as Jack has overcome his phobia and whisked the delighted Betsy away for a wedding in Las Vegas, she catches the eye of widowed big-time gambler Tommy Korman (Tony Danza). The aging Tommy still idolizes his late wife, and Betsy bears a striking resemblance to her. Tommy regards Betsy and Jack’s plan to wed that very night as a minor inconvenience, and sets out to win her. The simmering romantic triangle is complicated by a high-stakes poker game during which Jack loses big time. Owing Tommy more money than he can ever repay, Jack makes a deal that will undermine his relationship with Betsy and take him to Hawaii. “Honeymoon in Vegas” sparkles with outstanding per- formances. McClure (Broadway’s “Chaplin”), the center- piece of the show, is the poor schnook who is sympathetic because he is torn between wanting Betsy and feeling trapped by his late mother’s last wish -- that he remain unmarried all his life. There is solid chemistry between McClure and O’Malley, as the spunky, intelligent, yet Tony Danza (Tommy), Rob McClure (Jack) and the company of ‘Honeymoon in Vegas.’ vulnerable woman. McClure belts out “I Love Betsy,” the show’s first song, earnestly and enthusiastically. He then goes on to convince the audience why Jack can’t bring him- self to ask the Big Question. Danza is the real surprise. His comic talents are known from his years on the hit TV sitcom “Taxi,” but his singing ability is a revelation. His rough-edged baritone infuses his (continued on Crossword page) October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • Page 21 Kirker’s Inn invites community to Oktoberfest Gather your family and friends and cel- ebrate Oktoberfest at Kirker’s Inn. Chef/ owner Ginger Pheifer and her husband Andy have made Oktoberfest an annual event at Kirker’s, the leading German American restaurant in Bergen and Passaic counties, since the Pheifers bought the res- taurant 19 years ago. The restaurateurs pre- viously celebrated 23 years at their former location, the King’s Ransom in Waldwick. At Kirker’s, Oktoberfest means authen- tic home-style German fare and beverages. Now through Oct. 31, this casual, friendly, and affordable restaurant will be serving pork shanks, beef rouladen, jumbo pret- zels, schnitzels, sausages, goulash, potato pancakes, potato dumplings, spaetzel, red cabbage, sauerkraut, and apple streudel. Those who want an authentic beverage to complement Pheifers’ fare will be pleased to know that Kirker’s also features several German beers on tap. The inn’s full bar also includes wines by the bottle or glass. “Our regular menu is still available, including burgers, prime rib, and our thin crust pizza,” Ginger said. Many long-time patrons know Kirker’s for its crispy, thin- crust pizza, and the inn is still making it the same way. The inn even makes its sig- nature pizzas and sells them – unbaked – to those who prefer to bake them at home. Kirker’s also offers “Country Lunch” specials, early bird specials (available from noon to 6 p.m. and all day on Tuesdays), and dinner specials. On Tuesday nights, the inn offers its top six entrees for just $12 between the hours of 6 and 8 p.m. While Kirker’s is known for its casual Above: The front of Kirker’s Inn. Left: Main dining room. atmosphere, reservations are highly rec- ommended, especially during Oktoberfest. “We’ve been busy,” Pheifer said. Each week, she makes and serves approximately 200 pounds of her award- winning sauerbraten with ginger snap gravy. As for the inn’s casual fare, it’s hard to beat the “Kirker Burger” – a half-pound burger served on a toasted roll with lettuce and tomato and melted Swiss cheese with onion rings and fries. Diners also enjoy Kirker’s variety of schnitzels and “wursts,” homemade meat- loaf, seafood – including Maryland-style crab cakes, chicken and pasta dishes, salads, sandwiches, and “Kirker-tizers.” The Phiefers have been cooking authen- tic German food for over 40 years. Kirker’s is available to host small par- ties (up to 35 people) by reservation. Call the inn for details. Visit Kirker’s Inn at 237 Diamond Bridge Avenue, Hawthorne, or call to ask about the takeout menu. Gift certificates are available. Hours are Monday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to midnight. The inn is closed on Sundays. All major credit cards are accepted. Call (973) 427-7700 for reservations or additional information. Page 22 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • October 16, 2013 Paper Mill (continued from Entertainment page) songs with just the right touch of wistfulness and whimsy. A song that begins as a sad homage to his late wife -- “Out of the Sun” -- turns into a quietly hilarious send-up of the pastime that ultimately did her in. In a second-act duet with his right-hand man, Johnny Sandwich (Matthew Saldi- var), Tommy performs a sweet soft shoe -- no threat to the memory of Fred Astaire, but an adroit use of yet another of the actor’s talents. Danza fits the role perfectly and pre- vents the character from falling into cliché or becoming too harsh. He is the perfect musical comedy thug. O’Malley, who conjures memories of the young Mary Tyler Moore, is part of a long line of Broadway musical and movie leading ladies who wait for years hoping for a marriage proposal. Adelaide from “Guys and Dolls” comes immediately to mind, but the character of Betsy is written as considerably more cultivated, though no less impatient. There are amusing supporting performances by Cath- erine Ricafort as Mahi, a Hawaiian femme fatale hired by Tommy to “distract” Jack, and David Josefsberg, who is hysterical as both a Vegas lounge singer -- a satirical melange of Paul Anka, Robert Goulet, and Tom Jones -- and an Elvis Presley tribute impersonator. The show benefits from a fine score and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown. Act I especially is as strong as any Broadway hit musical. The lyrics are consistently sharp and witty, with complicated internal rhymes and contem- porary references. 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References available. 201-681-6950 WINDOW CLEANING AFFORDABLE-Insured Est. 40 years 201-385-2271 continued on next page Page 24 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • October 16, 2013 CLASSIFIED RELIGIOUS RELIGIOUS Prayer to the Blessed Virgin (Never known to fail) Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splen- dor of heaven, Mother of the Son of God. Immacu- late Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me, herein you are my mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein, you are my mother. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goals. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecu- tive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Thank you for answering my prayers. kr RELIGIOUS Thank You St. Jude cont. from preceding page Prayer to St. Jude May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glori- fied, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day by the ninth day, your prayer will be answered. Publi- cation must be promised. Thank you St. Jude. kv Prayer to St. Clare Ask St. Clare for 3 favors, 1 business, 2 impossible. Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candles. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish the 9th day. “May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored & glori- fied today & every day.” Request will be granted no matter how impossible it seems. Publication must be promised. Thank you for answering my prayer. jc Prayer to St. Jude Oh, Holy St. Jude, apostle and martyr. Great in virtue and rich in miracles; near kinsman of Jesus Christ; faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fathers, Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. This novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. My prayers were answered. Thank you, St. Jude. kr CLASSIFIED Up to 3 lines .............................. $12.00 $12.50 Each additional line ................... $2.50 Name _______________________________________ Address _____________________________________ City/State/Zip _________________________________ Phone _______________________________________ (25 Characters per line including spaces and punctuation) Carefully check your advertisiment the day it appears since we can not be responsible for errors of any kind in subsequent editions of the same ad. Corrections and changes, however, will be gladly made. MAIL TO: CLASSIFIEDS-VILLADOM TIMES P.O. Box 96, Midland Park, NJ 07432 Be sure to enclose your check or money order. ORDER FORM AND PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY THURSDAY 12 NOON FOR AD HELP, CALL 201-652-0744 Oh, Holy St. Jude, apostle and martyr. Great in virtue and rich in miracles; near kinsman of Jesus Christ; faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fathers, Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. This novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. My prayers were answered. Thank you, St. Jude. js Prayer to St. Clare Ask St. Clare for 3 favors, 1 business, 2 impossible. Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candles. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish the 9th day. “May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored & glori- fied today & every day.” Request will be granted no matter how impossible it seems. 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You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecu- tive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Thank you for answering my prayers. cd ANNOUNCEMENTS Medical Alerts for Seniors- 24/7 monitoring. FREE Equipment. FREE Ship- ping. Nationwide Service $29.95/Month. CALL Medi- cal Guardian Today 877- 827-1331 All Things Basementy! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing? Fin- ishing? Structual Repairs? Humidity and Mold Control FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1- 866-589-0174 CAR DONATIONS DONATE YOUR CAR- FAST FREE TOWING 24 hr. 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Flu & Pneumonia Clinic announced The Franklin Lakes Board of Health, in conjunction with Valley Hospital, the Department of Community Health, will offering flu and pneumonia vaccines to residents age 65 and over. Vaccines will be given from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednes- day, Oct. 23 at the Franklin Lakes Recreation Center on Vichiconti Way. Registration is required; call (201) 291- 6090. Flu and pneumonia vaccines are covered by traditional Medicare Part B. Recipients must present their card at the time of service. For more information, call the Franklin Lakes Board of Health at (201) 891-0048, extension 5. Trustees set session The Franklin Lakes Library Board of Trustees will meet on Oct. 21. The 7 p.m. session will be held in the Local History Room of the Franklin Lakes Public Library at 470 DeKorte Drive. The public is welcome. Call (201) 891-2224 for details. Sign up for Turkey Time Get into the Thanksgiving spirit by signing up for Turkey Time at the Franklin Lakes Public Library. Registration is now open. This program for children in kindergarten through grade two will be held Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 4 p.m. Partici- pants will hear turkey tales and will try a special Thanks- giving-themed craft. Register by calling (201) 891-2224 or by visiting the library at 470 DeKorte Drive during regular hours. Character Tot Shabbat slated Join SpongeBob, Elmo, Spider-Man and Tinkerbell at the Character Tot Shabbat set for Oct. 11. This event will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Chabad Center, 375 Pulis Avenue in Franklin Lakes. The Shabbat program is held on a monthly basis and features lively Shabbat songs employing props, antics, and favorite TV characters. Children also enjoy a kid’s style dinner and a super-creative “Torah” craft using playful food products. Future Character Tot Shabbats will be held on Nov. 15, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 7, and March 7. The program is open to children up to age six along with Oktoberfest to benefit emergency services Franklin Lakes residents are invited to raise funds for their everyday heroes -- police, fire and EMS -- at the Oktoberfest set for Saturday, Oct. 19. The event will be held “Under the Big Tent” at McBride Field on Franklin Lake Road, and will feature authentic German food, beer and wine, and live entertainment. Proceeds will benefit the Franklin Lakes Public Safety Trust Fund, which is dedi- cated for capital improvements and purchases for the police department, fire department, ambulance corps, and office of emergency management. The event will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $150 per person. Sponsorship opportunities are available at vari- ous levels. For tickets and information, contact Mary Ellen Marra at mmarra@franklinlakes.org or (201) 887-8900 or visit franklinlakes.org and click on the Oktoberfest icon. Club to host ‘Rocky’ Fiore “The Spider Web Catcher,” Rocky Fiore, will address the Woman’s Club of Franklin Lakes on Nov. 11. The meet- ing will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the ambulance corps build- ing on DeKorte Drive. Refreshments will be served. Considered by many to be America’s top spider web artist, Fiore has garnered as much as $200 for each intri- cate web he collects in the forests near his home in Dumont. Fiore will give a presentation on the intricacies of spider webs and the jewelry he makes from them. He also immor- talizes the gossamer webs behind beveled glass. The WCFL is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting community, area, and national causes. The 2013-2014 season beneficiaries are the Imus Cattle Ranch for Kids with Cancer, student scholarships, and local chari- ties. Founded in 1949 as part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, the Franklin Lakes organization has been donating funds and offering support to the borough on a continuous basis. Members of the community and general area are welcome to the group’s programs. Contact Mem- bership Co-chairs Alice Booth at (973) 696-3476 or Lois Vitenson at (201) 891-5119. Auxiliary announces Recipe Swap The Franklin Lakes Branch of the Valley Hospital Auxil- iary will hold a Recipe Swap on Monday, Oct. 21. The group will meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Ambulance Corps Building on Bender Court. Prospective members are welcome. Par- ticipants are asked to bring 20 copies of their favorite reci- pes. The event organizers also welcome samples. An Auxiliary cookbook will be given to anyone who joins the organization the day of the swap. The auxiliary serves as community liaison to the hospi- tal, raises funds, and assists the hospital through a variety of traditional and non-traditional volunteer services. For membership information, contact Eileen Leone at (201) 848-9330 or paddlelady@aol.com, or June Linz at (201) 396-9711 or junel1369@live.com. The Valley Hospital Auxiliary’s current pledge is to raise $1.5 million for expansion of the hospital’s Breast Sur- gery Program at the Luckow Pavilion, which will include a dedicated mammography suite and ultrasound suite; and to support Valley Home Care’s Butterflies Program, a pallia- tive care and hospice program for children. We welcome press releases from our readers. Items may be sent to editorial@villadom.com. Deadline is Wednes- day at noon the week prior to publication. Page 26 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • October 16, 2013 Park Windmill Halloween Parade scheduled The Midland Park Recreation Department and the Mid- land Park Fire Department will again sponsor the annual Halloween Parade set for Sunday, Oct. 27 from 3 to 5 p.m. This event will be held at the DePhillips Center at 50 Dairy Street and at Johnny VanderMeer Field. Those in preschool through grade six may participate. Decorating contest announced Midland Park Recreation will sponsor the borough’s first Town-wide Halloween House Decorating Contest. Prizes will be awarded in three categories: best theme, originality, and judges’ favorite. Displays may not cover or interfere with any fire safety equipment or walkways. Everything must be PG-13. Hom- eowners must register by Oct. 23. All entries will be judged between Oct. 27 and 29. For information, visit mpnj.com or contact mprec@optonline.net. Holiday Craft & Vendor Sale planned Midland Park Christian Reformed Church, 183 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park, will host a Holiday Craft & Vendor Sale on Saturday, Nov. 2. Hours will be 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a variety of vendors selling baked goods, crafts, and other items that make great gifts. Call (201) 445-4260 for additional information. Ethos makes strides against cancer Ethos Fitness & Spa for Women is currently observing Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Oct. 16 at 7 p.m., The Valley Health System Spirit of Women invites the community to a presentation by Mary- Beth Hans, PA. Hans is part of the breast surgical team at Valley. Refreshments will be served. Please call reception to register. The SkinCeuticals Charity Event is being held Oct. 15 through 17. Ten percent of sales of all SkinCeuticals prod- ucts will be donated to the American Cancer Society. Ethos is also selling pink rubber ducks, bracelets, and stress balls for $2 each. All proceeds will go to The Ameri- can Cancer Society. For a $1 donation, community members may add an inspiring message to the Wall of Hope. Ethos Fitness & Spa for Women is located at the Mid- land Park Shopping Center at 85 Godwin Avenue in Mid- land Park. Call (201) 251-4500. Chamber names officers At the recent meeting of the newly reorganized Midland Park Chamber of Commerce, Rebecca Abma of the Mid- land Park Press was named recording/corresponding sec- retary and Maria Vazquez, branch manager of Columbia Bank was named treasurer. Dr. Lori Nuzzi of Nuzzi Chiro- practic is president of the group, and Ester Vierheilig of the Villadom Times serves as vice president. In addition, Dr. Dawn DeMuro from Care Chiropractic will serve as board member/director of scholarship awards, and Lisa Plasse of From the Top Music Studio was named board member. Dr. Nuzzi said the board continues to look for additional board members and new members. More than 25 local business owners attended the initial general meeting in October. At that meeting members voted to join the American Chamber of Commerce. Discussion topics for next meeting will include revi- sions to the by-laws, announcement of additional board members, new membership applications and the Holiday Networking/Card Exchange. The next meeting is set for Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m.at the Columbia Bank, located on Godwin Avenue. All business and professional persons are welcome. Local parishes host Clothing Drive The Saint Francis Closet, a ministry partnership between the Church of the Nativity in Midland Park and Church of the Presentation in Upper Saddle River, is sponsoring a Clothing Drive on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at both parishes. Gently-used fall and winter clothing will be collected and distributed to local community programs that serve men, women, and children in need. Donations may be dropped off at Church of the Nativity’s Kennedy Hall at 315 Prospect Street in Midland Park and at Church of the Presentation’s Community Room at 271 West Saddle River Road in Upper Saddle River. The ministry requests that all clothing donations be laundered and in wearable condition when delivered, oth- erwise they will not be accepted for distribution. Organizations benefitting from this event include: Suits for Success, Oasis, Jericho Road Shelter, Emmanuel Cancer Foundation, Nurturing Place/York Street Shelter, Star of Hope Mission, Shelter Our Sisters, Eva’s Village & Shelter, and Mother Teresa’s Harlem Shelter. For more information, visit www.churchofthenativitynj. com or www.churchofpresentation.org. Anyone interested in volunteering for the ministry may e-mail Tia Patterson at tiapatterson@me.com or Margie Rightmyer at mrightmyer@churchofpresentation.org. October 16, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 27 Tips to consider when shopping for a shed Storage sheds can be invaluable for people who do not have a garage or basement in which to store their outdoor tools and equipment. Sheds also can be a boon to anyone looking to increase the storage space they have at home. Prefabricated and made-to-order sheds are available for all different budgets and storage needs. Buyers also can choose among build-to-suit kits that can be ordered from various retailers. One of the first decisions homeowners need to make when shopping for a storage shed is how much space they need. Think about what will be housed in the shed. Will it hold shovels and the patio umbrella, or will it need to be larger to accommodate a lawn mower? Knowing how the shed will be used will make it easier to pick the appropriate size. Another thing to consider is how long the shed will be used. If this is merely a transitional storage building until a garage renovation is complete, it may not be nec- essary to purchase an expensive structure made of top- of-the-line materials. If the shed is meant to last a long time, look for a durable structure and consider spending a little more. Before buying a shed, find out if your municipal- ity has any zoning rules about sheds. Plan a trip to the municipal building and learn the building codes con- cerning shed installations. In order to protect the safety and integrity of the area, many towns and cities have specific zoning and building laws that must be followed. A permit may be required, and knowing this in advance can save time and effort. After researching the building codes, begin to shop around for a shed. Sheds can vary widely in price. A small, vertical lean-to shed may start out around $350, while a larger, more intricate structure can cost between $2,000 and $3,000. Available materials should be studied when buying a shed. While an aluminum shed may not be the most aesthetically appealing option, aluminum sheds tend to be affordable and durable. Wood sheds are available in all different styles and can be very attractive. However, they will have to be maintained to prevent rot and insect infestation. Wood sheds also can be expensive. Vinyl sheds may be the best of both worlds, as they are often durable and require little maintenance. Some sheds allow for the addition of different components at a later date, so it is not necessary to start with the elite model. When shopping, consider saving money by assem- bling the shed as a do-it-yourself project. Having a shed built off-site and then delivered, or hiring a carpenter to come and build a shed, may cost just as much in labor as in materials. Keep in mind that sheds displayed in a large store or outside at a home improvement retailer may seem smaller than they will in a suburban backyard. Measure the space carefully to ensure that the shed will be an appropriate size. Shrubs can be planted around the shed to help camouflage it, and the shed can be color-coordi- nated with the house to make it appear more cohesive. The foundation of the shed also needs to be consid- ered. Sheds can rest on cinderblocks, poured concrete, or crushed stone. Check with the shed manufacturer as to the best foundation material, and factor that expense into the purchase. Page 28 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • October 16, 2013