Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • April 10. 2013 F CUS on Midland Park Businesses Directory of Advertisers  ward-winning painter Carl L. Holst is known as the “painter of poetry” for his ability to capture on canvas the mood and light his subjects evoke. Whether painting a still life, landscape or portrait, this talented artist lets light be the guiding force. Throughout his career, Holst has garnered a number of prestigious awards. including the Salmagundi Club Award; a First Place Award for oil painting at the Arts Center of Northern New Jersey juried show, and a First Place Award at the Tinicum Arts Festival Association Juried Show. He has also been invited to juried shows for the Hudson Valley Art Association and the Artists Professional League. An accomplished artist of diverse talents, Holst has painted since high school. He continued to minor in art at college and later perfected his technique under John P. Osborne at the Ridgewood Art Institute. Holst has painted throughout the United States, Europe and South America. On the Board of Directors of The Ridgewood Art Institute since 1989, A portrait of Jackie Holst is a member of the American Artists Professional League located in New York City. His paintings are in many private and corporate collections, including that of a U.S. Senator. He has galleries located in New York and New Jersey. Whether your interests run to still lifes of everyday subjects, tranquil scenes, breathtaking vistas, nostalgic landmarks or sensitive portraits, it is likely the “painter of poetry” has captured your favorite image on one of his canvases. Portrait commissions and private lessons are also available. Visit his website at Painterofpoetry.com for a virtual tour of his works or call 201-306-1819 for further information. Carl L. Holst: ‘Painter of Poetry’ A A&A Natural Food Center Barefoot Carpet & Flooring The Baseball Card Store The Body Works Bushoven and Company Family Hair Care Genesis Realtors Godwin Dental Carl L. Holst – Artist Horizon Termite & Pest Control Peter Jeffer, Esq. LAN Associates Engineering, Planning, Architecture, Surveying, Inc. Sal Lauretta for Men Mill Gardens Nelund Minton Salon New Jersey Travel Clinic Nuzzi Chiropractic & Sports Center Rubin Opticians The Sullivan Team – Terrie O’Connor Realtors/Ridgewood The Villadom Times Valley Medical Group – Raymond P. Eskow, M.D., R.Ph.           The Baseball Card Store: More than cards ave Lancaster and Mike Healy opened The Baseball Card Store in Midland Park in 1989 and have made it a welcoming spot not only for serious collectors, but also for teens on the way home from school or parents and grandparents looking for a nice gift. Here they get advice, the hottest releases and camaraderie, and the kids get to discuss the highlights of their The Baseball Card Store day and to pick a free sweet treat. The Baseball Card Store is a direct dealer with TOPPS, giving them a Home Team Advantage. As an added service, the store maintains a list of Topps Factory Set collectors and notifies them yearly when the new sets are in. An added asset to collectors is that the store has a number of suppliers that give it preference on the newest, most sought-after releases. And the service is always knowledgeable and caring. The store is also a direct dealer with Steiner Sports, and Upper Deck Authenticated. They are the leaders in autographs, such as Jeter, Wright, Reyes, A. Rod and Eli Manning, to name a few. They also carry a full line of Ultra Pro supplies, such as binders, pages and top loaders. Gift wrapping is free, and shipping is available via UPS or Priority Mail. The Baseball Card Store is located at 45 Prospect Street, Midland Park. It is open Mon-Sat 11:30 a.m. till 6 p.m.; Mondays and Thursdays till 8 p.m. Call 201-4459007 for information or visit www.baseballcardstorenj.com.  D         