May 15, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 15 Glen Rock Roundup Program on ‘water wars’ slated The Glen Rock Environmental Commission will present a screening of “Blue Gold: World Water Wars” on May 29 at 6:45 p.m. The program will be held at the Glen Rock Public Library at 315 Rock Road. The film examines environmental and political implications of the planet’s dwindling water supply. The community is invited to join a discussion on how to conserve and protect fresh water in Glen Rock. This event is cosponsored by the Glen Rock Environmental Commission and Food and Water Watch. Poison Ivy Workshop set Paul Mast, landscape specialist, presenter, and a Rutgers Certified Master Gardener, will present a workshop on the many disguises of poison ivy at the Glen Rock (Thielke) Arboretum at 460 Doremus Avenue. This June 2 program will begin at 2 p.m. and will be held rain or shine. Poison ivy is a deciduous, woody perennial. This plant is one of the leading causes of allergenic dermatitis on the East Coast of the United States. The cost to attend is $10. Admission for arboretum members, seniors, and students is $8. Attendees are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing, boots, and rain gear. Visit www.glenrockarboretum.org for additional information. Studio Stars to be presented Studio Stars, the Glen Rock Community School’s theater camp, invites individuals who are ages eight through 16. This three-week summer program will begin June 24. Studio Stars provides a unique theater experience, including opportunities to sing, dance, and act in an original production. The program is designed to foster self-confidence, teamwork, and self-esteem. The experience also includes stage presence, understanding stage direction, scene development, character development, and delivery of dialogue. Directors Ron Onorato and Carmen Boscia have written, directed, and produced Studio Stars for 25 years. The program is located in the air-conditioned auditorium at Central Elementary School. The session will be held from 9 a.m. to noon from June 24 through July 12. The final performance will take place July 12. For regis- Students of the Month named GRHS Principal John Arlotta (far left) and Assistant Principal Steve Purciello (far right) congratulate Students of the Month (seated, from left) Andrew Vizzi, Brendan Geen, Matthew Cosgriff, Zach Brookler, Eleanor Shaw, Jasmine Pak, (standing, from left) Sam Halpert-Rodis, Robyn Alport, Alexandra Mallinas, Yalana Zheng, Karl Weiskopf, Christian Fairbourne, David Ott, Lauren Besser, and Melanie Lota. (Not pictured: Elizabeth Moore.) Glen Rock High School’s Students of the Month for March include: Yalana Zheng, art; Zach Brookler, business education; Elizabeth Moore, theater; Karl Weiskopf, English; Lauren Besser, health; Sam Halpert-Rodis, preengineering; Sam Halpert-Rodis, instrumental music; Eleanor Shaw, mathematics; Alexandra Mallinas, photography; Christian Fairbourne, physical education; Brendan Geen, science; Robyn Alport, social studies; Matthew Cosgriff, technology-music; Melanie Lota, vocal music; and Andrew Vizzi, world language. tration information, visit grcsonline.com or call the Glen Rock Community School at (201) 389-5011. Volunteers sought The committee for the Annual Independence Day Parade fundraiser is seeking volunteers to help stuff the 4,500 envelopes with tickets for the fundraiser contest. This year’s grand prize is a 5,500 watt generator. Proceeds from this contest support the borough’s Fourth of July celebration. To help with the project or to participate in the parade on July 4, contact glenrockparade@gmail.com. David Ott was named Scholar Athlete of the Month. Two caring students who used their talents to help others, Jasmine Pak and Eleanor Shaw, were named Citizens of the Month for their recent “Music against Malaria” event, a benefit concert planned by the girls at Glen Rock High School. Pak and Shaw were involved in all aspects of the event, from auditioning prospective performers to publicity, and the eventual organization of the concert. The students were able to purchase over 400 nets to help prevent the spread of malaria.