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Box 96, Midland Park, NJ 07432-0096 of Hawthorne Total Window & Wall Fashions 7 Page 2 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II, III & IV • September 4, 2013 Villadom Happenings Special needs soccer program set The Ridgewood Soccer Association still has a few openings in its fall special needs program. The program offers individual attention and mentoring from members of the girls’ soccer team at Ridgewood High School, and is open to players ages five to 14 at all skill levels. Children in Ridgewood and neighboring towns are welcome. Each session provides an hour of soccer as it aims to promote fit- ness and emphasize the enjoyable aspects of the sport. Sessions will be held on Saturday afternoons in Sep- tember and October. The cost is $60 for eight weeks. Each player will receive an RSA team jersey and soccer ball. For more information and to register, visit www.ridgewood- soccer.org or e-mail registrar@ridgewoodsoccer.org. High School Information Night announced Saint Elizabeth Interparochial School in Wyckoff will host a High School Information Night on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The program will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the school located on Greenwood Avenue in Wyckoff. Representatives of local parochial high schools will present their schools’ programs and answer questions. Students in seventh and eighth grades and their parents are invited to attend. For more information, call (201) 891-1481. CHCC to honor Bolger On Thursday, Sept. 12, the Christian Health Care Center in Wyckoff will honor Ridgewood philanthropist David F. Bolger and the Bolger Foundation for their legacy of ser- vice, leadership, and commitment to the community. This special celebration will be held at The Estate at Florentine Gardens in River Vale. Event co-chairs are Audrey Meyers, president and CEO, Valley Health System and The Valley Hospital, and Thomas M. Wells, Esq., senior partner and CFO, Wells, Jaworski & Liebman, LLP. A special musical tribute will feature jazz greats Warren Vache, Bucky Pizzarelli, Nicki Parrott, Steve Johns, Harry Allen, and Derek Smith. Event sponsorship and ad journal opportunities are available. The proceeds from this event will be used to support the Christian Health Care Center’s 2013 Annual Fund, which will be used for renovations and improvements within Ramapo Ridge Psychiatric Hospital. Tickets are $250. For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact Darcy Bickert, CHCC Foundation assistant director, at (201) 848- 5796 or e-mail dbickert@chccnj.org. CHCC provides a broad continuum of mental-health, elder-care, residential living, and rehabilitation services. Dancers welcome newcomers The North Jersey English Country Dancers welcome newcomers to their Sept. 8 dance at the Unitarian Society of Ridgewood, 113 Cottage Place in Ridgewood. All dances are taught and prompted and the music is live. Attendees may come with or without a partner. Beginning instruction is held at 1:30 p.m. and the main dance is held from 2 to 5 p.m. For more information, visit northjerseyenglishcounr- tydancers.yolasite.com or call Nancy at (201) 445-4497. Pet Food Pantry benefit set Rocky’s Pet Food Pantry will hold a Baked Ziti Pasta Dinner fundraiser on Wednesday, Sept. 18. The event will be held at 6 p.m. at the First Reformed Church of Haw- thorne, 259 Lafayette Avenue in Hawthorne. Tickets are $15 and must be purchased in advance. The dinner will include ziti, salad, bread, homemade desserts, and live music. The event will feature door prizes and more. Attendees may send checks made out to “Rocky’s Pet Food Pantry” to: A Dog’s World, 1050 Goffle Road, Hawthorne, NJ 07506. For more information, call Dee at (201) 773-6740 or Paula at (973) 427-0605, or visit www. rockyspetpantry.com. The pet pantry strives to ensure that area pets are not abandoned or left at shelters due to their owners’ economic difficulties. Community Blood Drive announced Christian Health Care Center in Wyckoff will hold a Community Blood Drive on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The Community Blood Services’ bloodmobile will be in the CHCC Commons parking lot from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Filling a need Christian Health Care Center recently held its first Parish Nurse Ministry Forum. Years ago, a group of parish nurses began the North New Jersey Parish Nurse Network, which later disbanded. In conversations with Douglas A. Struyk, CHCC’s president and CEO, Carol O’Neill, parish nurse at the Old Paramus Reformed Church, expressed an interest in continuing to provide professional enrichment for parish nurses. In collaboration with CHCC Pastoral Resource Coordinator Carol Mutch, the concept was developed for providing an opportunity for parish nurses and other church leaders interested in parish health ministry to meet and network. CHCC Pastoral Care Director Rev. James Knol was the keynote speaker at the first forum. Based on the enthusiastic response of the participants, CHCC will continue to offer Parish Nurse Ministry Forums. The next forum will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20. For more information, contact Diane Cioffi at dcioffi@chccnj.org or (201) 848-5839. Pictured (seated): Jolette Meehan, RN; Carol Coker, RN; Diana Cabezas; and Lillian Ostrander, RN. Standing: Carol O’Neill, RN; Carol Schuler, RN; Cathi Walsh Haehle, RN; Sr. Arlene Kollar; Birte Mainardi, RN; Marion Spranger, RN; Judy Mullane, RN; Don Post, RN; Susan Jack- son, RN; MaryAnn Kozel, RN; and Margaret Howard, RN. (Photo courtesy of Jennie Gilman.) All potential donors will receive glucose and choles- terol screenings. To prevent long wait times, schedule an appointment by calling Barbara Lucia, RN, BSN, at (201) 848-5872. The CHCC is located at 301 Sicomac Avenue in Wyckoff. BCUA to hold hazardous waste collection The Bergen County Utilities Authority will hold a household hazardous waste collection on Saturday, Sept. 7 at Campgaw Mountain Reservation, 200 Campgaw Road in Mahwah. The collection will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Items to be collected included paints, automotive products, pesticides, aerosols, and flammable materials. For a complete list of hazardous waste and other details, visit www.bcua.org or call (201) 807-8696. Valley offers hypnosis for weight control The Valley Hospital will sponsor a two-hour Weight Loss Program on Wednesday, Sept. 11 that will provide behavior modification and hypnotic suggestions to partici- pants so they can make permanent lifestyle changes to lose weight naturally and successfully. The program will begin at 7 p.m. Going on a diet does not address the underlying reasons that cause a person to overeat. The program will address the internal and external triggers of unproductive habits by using hypnotic suggestion and behavior modification techniques. Hypnosis is a universal way of reaching the subcon- scious mind and effectively communicating new ideas and suggestions to enhance motivation and change. When people understand why they overeat, they can make subtle changes to reduce their weight without feeling denied or deprived. By communicating in a relaxed – or hypnotic – state of mind, internal strengths and resources are brought to light, alternative behavior patterns are discovered, moti- vation is increased, and the self-confidence to overcome the unhealthy habit is achieved. Participants in the program receive a 30-day reinforce- ment audiotape and a series of behavior modification cards (continued on page 22) September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 3 Ridgewood Three administrators to begin work in district by John Koster The Ridgewood Board of Education voted to appoint three senior adminis- trators, a school social worker, and eight full-time or part-time teachers for the new school year. The appointments were made at the Aug. 26 meeting. Cheryl Best was appointed assistant superintendent for curriculum, instruction, and assessment effective Oct. 1, 2013, or earlier if possible. She will receive a salary of $160,000. Best is a 2004 graduate of Bernard M. Baruch College of City University in New York with a master’s degree in public administration. She received a bachelor’s degree in agricultural science with a plant science emphasis, came from Cook College of Rutgers University in New Brunswick in 1978. She took additional courses at Teach- ers College of Columbia University in map- ping and management in 1999. Best served as director of the West Essex Regional School District as direc- tor of mathematics, science, business, and technology, and was a school principal in the Fort Lee School District. A former Ful- bright Scholar to Japan from the Seattle Pacific University, Best served as director of curriculum and instruction in the K-8 Franklin Lakes School District from 2010 to 2013. She will also serve at a per diem rate of $615 to support and facilitate the position of assistant superintendent for curriculum, instruction, and assessment during the interim and as available before Oct. 1. Ojetta Townes was appointed manager of human resources for the Ridgewood schools at a salary of $135,000. She has a BA in psychology from Rutgers from 1977 and an MA in management from Saint Peter’s College from 1990, served in the administration of the Dwight-Englewood and Englewood Public Schools from 2001 to 2010 and was most recently the coordi- nator of human resources for the Millburn schools. Dara Gronau was appointed supervisor of English for grades six through 12. A cer- tified teacher and principal, she graduated from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee in 2001 with a BA in English Safety program available Registration for Ridgewood Parks and Recreation’s Defense, Karate, and Safety Awareness program will be held on Tues- day, Sept. 24 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Hawes School on Stevens Avenue. The 11-week fall session will begin Oct. 1. The program is designed for boys and girls ages five through 15. The course pro- motes self-esteem, self-discipline, defense, and safety awareness, rather than aggres- sion. New students will meet from 4:30 to 5:10 p.m. Returning students will meet from 5:20 to 6 p.m. All students with col- ored belts will meet from 6:10 to 6:50 p.m. The cost is $98. Uniforms are recom- mended. For more information, contact Kidsafe at (973) 284-5650. and psychology and has an MA in school learning from Montclair State University in 2008. She worked as a teacher, admin- istrator, and high school principal in the Newark schools. Eli Nowak has been hired as the dis- trict’s school social worker at a salary of $70,269 with an MA plus 30 credits at Step 3-4. Jessica Apryasz was hired as an English teacher at Ridgewood High, at a salary of $63,423 with an MA and Steps 3-4. Jeff Carr was hired as a physical educa- tion teacher and health teacher at the Hawes School and Somerville School, effective Oct. 11 or earlier, at $63,423 with an MA at Step 3-4, pro-rated. Kimberly Campbell was hired as a special education teacher in science at Ridgewood High School at $55,423 with a BA at Step 1-2. Amy Nolan was hired as a 0.8 English as a Second Language teacher at Ridgewood High at a salary of $52,858. Her pay will include funding from the No Child Left Behind grant, which covers a maximum of $11,550. Nicola Stewart has been hired as an art teacher at Ridgewood High School at a salary of $77,983 with an MA plus 45 cred- its at Step 9. Maria Sweeney has been appointed a District Title 1 teacher at the Orchard School, Travell School, and George Washington Middle School at a salary of $114,930 with partial funding from a Title A Grant of up to $79,863. Cassandra Mehl has been appointed an education specialist at Willard School at a salary of $55,423 with a BA at Step 1-2. She has a certification as a teacher of students with disabilities. The school system also appointed two teachers to essentially part-time positions. Audrey Bida was appointed head teacher at the Kindergarten Enrichment Room, and Barbara Stevens was appointed head teacher at the Infant Room of the Infant Toddler Development Center, both at sala- ries of $27,000. Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • September 4, 2013 Ridgewood Residents invited to honor Gold Star Mothers On Sunday, Sept. 29, the United States will honor Gold Star Mothers and fami- lies. In Ridgewood, the Gold Star Mother’s Day Committee will commemorate Gold Star Mother’s Day at Van Neste Park, where luminaria will be lit from 7 to 9 p.m. to honor Gold Star Mothers and their families. However, the committee’s goal is to have thousands of other luminaria lit throughout Ridgewood on Sept. 29 to honor the Gold Star Mothers and families. American Legion Post 53 (Ridgewood), Washington Elm Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 192 (Ho-Ho-Kus/Ridgewood), and Ridgewood’s Blue Star Families are committed to bringing awareness to the community and to commemorating the sacrifices these mothers and their families have made for the country. The community is invited to join in the event at Van Neste Park and to raise awareness for this event by talking to family members, friends, and neighbors. Donations in support of the Ridgewood event are welcome. Checks made pay- able to American Legion Post 53 that state “Gold Star Event” on the memo line, should be send to: American Legion Post 53, P.O. Box 1525, Ridgewood, NJ 07450. In the aftermath of World War I, Wash- ington D.C. resident Grace Darling Sei- bold formed an organization called Gold Star Mothers to support the women who had lost sons and daughters to the war. Seibold’s son, First Lieutenant George Vaughn Seibold, was an aviator killed in combat over France in 1918. In 1928, the small D.C.-based group decided to nation- alize its efforts. In 1936, a joint congressio- nal resolution established the last Sunday in September as Gold Star Mother’s Day. The Gold Star Mothers grew from a sup- port group of 60 women to today’s exten- sive nationwide network with tens of thousands of members and hundreds of local chapters. “As members of a grateful nation, we owe a debt we can never repay, but hold this sacred obligation forever in our hearts, minds, and actions,” the 2011 Presidential Proclamation commemorating this day states. “We honor their sacrifice, and stand with our service members, mili- tary families, and Gold Star families as they have stood for us.” Tennis instruction offered The Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with All Pro Tennis, will offer tennis instruction to vil- lage residents. The one-hour classes are held at the Bellair Tennis Courts on Bellair Road. Youth participants may choose from Thursday or Friday classes, which will begin Sept. 12 and 13. Children in first and second grades will meet at 3:30 p.m. Students in grades three and four will meet at 4:30 p.m. Students in grades five and up will play at 5:30 p.m. Adult classes will meet on Fridays beginning Sept. 13. Sessions are available at 9:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. The fee for each six-week session is $115. All rain cancellations will be made up. Register by mail or in person at the Stable, 259 North Maple Avenue, weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The registra- tion form may be located on the recreation home page at www.ridgewoodnj.net/recre- ation. Checks may be made payable to All Pro Tennis. For additional information, contact Barry Ruback at (201) 568-3946 or call the recreation office at (201) 670-5560. September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 5 Glen Rock Borough considers senior housing questions by John Koster The Glen Rock Borough Council will probably reach a consensus within the next month as to whether to formally plan the proposed second senior citizen housing development for the parking lot behind the Galleria building on Rock Road or to opt for part of the large parking lot that serves the CVS store and a small office strip a block farther down Rock Road. Mayor John van Keuren said informally after last week’s meeting that a second consensus would be discussed: Should the second senior citizen housing development be constructed to bring in revenue for the borough or as a social service on an afford- able basis for local elders who want to live in Glen Rock? The Glen Rock Planning Board had con- vened on Aug. 26, but reportedly reached no conclusion, except that both issues needed to be resolved. The new senior complex would be along the same Rock Road access that accommodates the exist- ing senior citizen building, Glenpointe. The senior citizens at Glenpointe, set back from Road Road near the Galleria parking lot, are served by a community bus that takes them shopping and to the library on a regularly scheduled basis. Many residents are reluctant to leave Glen Rock, which has several houses of worship, downtown shopping, and the public library. Paterson woman caught with cache of valuables A Paterson woman is in Bergen County Jail in lieu of $100,000 bail as Glen Rock and other residents are offered a chance to look at the loot the police recovered from the woman’s apartment. Officials believe much of the items were stolen from cars parked overnight in Glen Rock. Police said that in one instance, $1,200 in loot had been stolen from a single car on Glen Boulevard. About a dozen cars appeared to have been looted while parked overnight, and a number of similar burglar- ies have been reported. The police encountered the 31-year-old Paterson woman on Cedar Street in Glen Rock at 4 a.m. on Aug. 24 and released her after questioning. However, a survey of area houses revealed that seven homeowners reported thefts of loose money and small electronic devices from their cars. Police said that when they picked up the woman in Paterson and questioned her, she said she had entered cars and stolen cash and elec- tronics. They searched her apartment and found “a large amount of stolen property.” Six more residents reported that their cars had been looted. Anyone who lost valuables from a parked car is urged to contact either Detec- tive Sergeant Eric Reamy or Detective James Calaski for a look at the recovered valuables. J. KOSTER Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • September 4, 2013 Area West Bergen offers help with back-to-school issues For many children, fall is an exciting time of new begin- nings. There are new clothes to look for, new supplies to buy, and new friends to make. For some youngsters, start- ing a new school year is a difficult and challenging transi- tion causing anxiety and stress for both the children and their parents. What are normal worries about starting the new school year versus worries that may require professional help? According to Danielle Heller, LCSW, clinical director for West Bergen’s Center for Children and Youth in Ramsey, these are the two questions parents frequently ask at the beginning of any school year. “Students face many adjustments in school,” Heller explained. “From year to year, there are changes in teach- ers, classrooms, class rules, difficulty of the work, and peers. One of the challenges of growing up is learning to successfully navigate these changes.” Although some children are very concerned about schoolwork, many children report more anxiety about friends. They want a group of friends at school who will accept them and want to be around them – whether playing on the playground in kindergarten or walking around the halls in high school. Many children find healthy ways of handling emotions on their own, but others may require some professional intervention. “Knowing when to seek help for your child is not an easy decision,” Heller explained. As the school year continues, the struggling child often exhibits a variety of symptoms that cause concern. Among them are: • Frequent excuses not to go to school, such as saying he or she is sick or too tired. • Refusing to talk about school. When asked about the school day, he or she may simply shrug it off, walk away, or change the subject. • Acting out in school or at home. • Developing a pattern of not doing homework. • Increase in neediness, regressing developmentally, Alan Koenig, LPC, ADHD coordinator; Kerry Plokhoy, LCSW, staff therapist; Danielle Heller, LCSW, clinical director; Helena Fotopoulos, LPC, staff therapist; Peggy Scheulen, administrative coordinator; Christie Laoudis, access clinician; Veronica Gioffre, access clinician; Giselle Delacruz, administrative assistant; Eva Bland, administrative assistant; Julie Sisselman, LSW, staff therapist; and Roseanne Trapani, LMFT, staff therapist. (Photo courtesy of TKL Marketing, Ho-Ho-Kus.) and behaving as though they were much younger. • Distant or depressed behavior. • Difficulty in carrying out a teacher’s instructions independently and being fearful of asking for help. • Lacking appropriate social skills, which may make them a target for bullying and name-calling. • Socially anxious and withdrawn in public – preferring to spend time alone. According to Heller, parents should not delay if they suspect their child may be struggling in school. “Too many parents wait until the signs of trouble have already caused their child too much pain and needless suf- fering,” she added. Established in 1990, the Children’s Center provides youngsters (ages two through 18) and their parents a wide array of counseling and psychiatric services. For further information about West Bergen’s Center for Children and Youth, call (201) 934-1160. September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 7 Ridgewood BPU grants hearing on utility pole installation by John Koster The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities has approved a public hearing so the Ridgewood Village Council may present its formal objection to the installation of the 65-foot utility poles that cropped up -- to the surprise of many resi- dents along the right of way -- as part of a project to connect Glen Rock to Paramus. The moratorium that now exists will probably be con- tinued until the hearing, which may be conducted in the Bergen County Courthouse in Hackensack. No date has yet been set. Officials from Public Service Electric & Gas deny any wrongdoing and claim they have the right to pursue the interstate electrification project and that Ridgewood has no right to block the pole installation through local ordinances, which are superseded by state and national laws. David Hollenbeck, the general manager for PSE&G, told the Ridgewood Village Council and residents three weeks ago that Ridgewood officials had been informed about the height of the poles and the added voltage, though he admit- ted that the company may not have specified the exact route. Hollenbeck acknowledged that the utility should The segment in the center from one of the older poles in the center shows the size and condition of the poles being replaced. have supplied Ridgewood with a prepared public service announcement and had failed to do so. Less vociferous negative responses in neighboring Glen Rock focused on the number of times Maple Avenue had been closed to traffic during the pole installation. Public Service Electric & Gas has argued that the taller, studier poles and heavier cables will prevent the numer- ous pole collapses and line breaks from falling trees and large limbs. In the last two years, storm-related line breaks left large parts of Ridgewood, Glen Rock, and other towns without electrical power for five days or more. Ridgewood residents have argued that the taller poles, should they collapse, would be far more dangerous to houses and cars and that the higher voltage could cause health problems in ways that are not fully understood. The utility company had tried to complete the instal- lation in Ridgewood before school opened, but the mora- torium made that impossible. Ridgewood Avenue, which runs past Ridgewood High School, will predictably see construction while school is in session, officials noted. Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • September 4, 2013 Glen Rock Thielke Arboretum announces upcoming fall events The Education Team at the Thielke Arboretum has been busy planning events for the month of October. Area residents are invited to mark their calendars and bring friends and family members. All events will take place at the Thielke Arboretum, 460 Doremus Avenue in Glen Rock. Back by popular demand, the “Com- posting in Your Backyard” workshop with Bergen County Master Gardener Daphne Boss Ayalon will take place Sunday, Oct. 6 at 1:30 p.m. Most people now know the Three R’s: reduce, reuse, and recycle. Now add a C: compost. Learn how to master the art of composting from an expert. The arboretum will host its first Fall Fair on Sunday, Oct. 13 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Fun and informational activities are planned for the whole family. Visitors may learn about the latest “environmental superstar” wetlands by taking an arbo- retum tour with tree expert Paul Mast. Attendees are also invited to gather infor- mation about native plants, beekeeping, trout fishing, and more. Family activities will include a scavenger hunt in the newly established Prehistoric Garden, face paint- ing, tattoos, a bat craft or a leaf activity, bird feeding, and a pumpkin carving con- test. The event will feature Rob Kahn’s handmade wooden bowls made from wood Left: The duck pond. Right: Pathway leading to the gazebo. salvaged from arboretum trees downed by Superstorm Sandy. Cider and doughnuts will be available. Entrance to the fair will be by donation. Join professional storyteller Julie Della Torre for “A Walk in the Woods” on Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. Bring family, friends, and flashlights for this event. Help the arboretum get ready for spring. Beginning at 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 20, volun- teers will be planting spring bulbs. Bring your gardening gloves, tools, and enthusi- asm. For more information, visit www.glen- rockarboretum.org. Glen Rock September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 9 Okey Chenoweth named district’s first poet laureate by John Koster There was no dilemma or dithering when it came to naming the Glen Rock School District’s first poet laureate: The only real option was retired teacher Okey Chenoweth. Warmly remember by two generations of Glen Rock High School students, Chenoweth is credited with start- ing several graduates, including Eric Morris and Michael Torpey, on careers that took them to Broadway leads and helping hundreds of others to appreciate poetry and litera- ture. Many students who never took up acting as a career also said that his instruction increased their self-confidence and poise in ways that were useful both on and off the stage. Chenoweth was a legendary presence in the schools before his retirement in 2007, and came back to receive accolades for a job well done at last week’s Glen Rock Board of Edu- cation meeting. First educated in a one-room schoolhouse, Chenoweth received a bachelor’s degree from Davis & Elkins Col- lege in West Virginia and a master’s degree from the Uni- versity of West Virginia. He taught in California for five years, then in East Orange, and came to Glen Rock in 1961, where 10 years later he was honored with the Robert H. Ax Award. Chenoweth is credited with inspiring Glen Rock stu- dents, boys especially, with taking a serious interest in drama even when they came to his classes more focused on sports. His personal contacts in the world of New York the- ater, including drama teacher Stella Adler and playwright Edward Albee, led those youngsters who were attracted to drama to see Broadway and off-Broadway performance as a possible dream, and to appreciate dramatic writing in general. Chenoweth was also credited with inspiring other districts to see what Glen Rock was doing with such great success. He appeared in person to receive his official status as the Glen Rock School District Poet Laureate, the first time such an honor has been authorized, to the acclaim of board members and students who had studied with him. “Everybody loved Mr. Chenoweth’s classes,” said former student Emily Koster Walling. “He’s one of the best teachers I’ve ever seen, and what he gets out of people in terms of performances is amazing.” Public school district announces new visitor protocol As part of the Glen Rock Public School District’s ongo- ing efforts to improve security in all district buildings, sev- eral additional procedures are being put into place for the opening of schools this month. These new procedures will be in effect as of the first day of school: Monday, Sept. 9. Visitors to Glen Rock High School, Glen Rock Middle School, and Glen Rock Community School will enter and exit the buildings using the Hamilton entrance, located at the high school traffic circle. Upon entering the lobby, visi- tors will need to register with the greeters at the reception desk. All visitors will be asked for proof of identification and will receive a date- and time-stamped badge to be worn while on the premises for each visit. A table has been placed next to the desk to collect any forgotten items being dropped off for either middle or high school students. The reception desk will be staffed weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visitors to all four elementary schools will continue to Charges against borough man dismissed The case against a 56-year-old Glen Rock man who was charged with four counts of child molestation in February has been dismissed. The man had been arrested after a grand jury indicted him, but two polygraph tests and other evidence apparently convinced Bergen County Prosecutor John Molinelli there was no credible evidence of wrongdoing. Bergen County Superior Court accepted the motion to dismiss the charges early in August. The Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office had no official comment. The Glen Rock man, who has no criminal record and is the founder of an environmental business, said that the charges now dismissed had “a serious negative effect” on his business and that he had been treated as “guilty until proven innocent,” except by family and friends. J. KOSTER use the front doorbell system for entry into the buildings during school hours. The schools are also now equipped with an electronic card swipe system, providing building access for staff. Byrd School has placed a series of cub- bies in the front vestibule where parents can place forgotten items during the school day, replacing the table outside the main office. Parents are encouraged to refer to individual school websites for any updates made to security procedures during the school year. Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • September 4, 2013 Ridgewood Doctor uses musical gift to soothe the soul In general, music is a form of entertainment. Some- times, however, its effects reach beyond mere enjoyment. Music is now being employed to reduce stress, lift spirits, and soothe the body and soul. According to researchers at Ohio University, one third of ICU patients taking part in a recent medical study saw a reduction in anxiety after listening to music. Area residents will have an opportunity to experi- ence soothing music when New Jersey physician Alfredo Festa treats the public to a classical guitar concert with vocal and instrumental accompaniment on Friday, Sept. 13. The 7 p.m. concert will be held at Our Lady of Mount Carmel R.C. Church at 1 Passaic Street in Ridgewood. The theme for this free concert is “An Evening to Cel- ebrate Music.” “I believe that the blend between medicine and music has been an invaluable gift throughout my whole life,” said the otolaryngologist. A native of Argentina, Festa began studying music and classical guitar when he was 12 years old. A prac- ticing physician in New Jersey since 1980, the Bergen County resident received his medical degree from Uni- versity of Buenos Aries in 1962 and continued training in otolaryngology in Pittsburgh and at the University of Cleveland. Festa studied with Consuelo Mallo Lopez and com- pleted five years of master’s courses in New York under Jorge Caballero and Jorge Morel. Combining medicine with music, Dr. Festa has per- formed at many universities in Argentina and at churches in northern New Jersey. His Sept. 13 program will include works by Anto- nio Vivaldi, Hector Villalobos, Juan Del Encina, and Francisco Tarrega. Performing with him will be Lauren Mary Longo, Ph.D., Celtic harp; Pio Clavijo, piano and recorder; Marisa Paulino, soprano; John Zuluaga and Martin Castro, percussion; Erik Noriega, recorder; and Ingrid Noriega and Crystal Santos, flute. Schools accept gifts for coming year The Ridgewood Board of Education has received gifts valued at approximately $25,000 for the coming school year. The Somerville Home and School Association gave that school $6,500 to be used to fund teachers’ stipends for co-curricular clubs and another $6,701, including $5,401 for the school library and $1,300 for repairs to the library wall. The Hawes Home and School Association gave that school a gift in kind of $3,000 for painting the outside poles and the main office. The Ridgewood Education Foundation gave $3,000 for the Ridgewood High School Teen Leads Program, and the Ridgewood High School Band Parent Associa- tion gave the school $1,399 to pay the nurse chaperone for the band camp. The Ridgewood Japanese Association gave the school system $1,000 to be used to upgrade the sound system in the board room. J. KOSTER The final round of tryouts for the Ridgewood YMCA Breakers competitive swim team will take place Sept. 4, 5, and 8 at the Ridgewood YMCA. Swimmers ages six through 18 are invited to try out for the upcoming season, which will run from mid-September through March. The Breakers team encompasses all ability levels, pro- viding youths the opportunity to acquire skills, self-disci- pline, confidence, and physical conditioning. Instruction, training, and competition are provided. For additional details and a full tryout schedule, visit www.ridgewoodymca.org/breakers or contact YMCA Swim Team Coach Bud Rimbault, at (201) 444-5600 exten- sion, 319 or e-mail brimbault@ridgewoodymca.org. The Y is located at 112 Oak Street in Ridgewood. Final Breakers tryouts announced September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 11 Ridgewood McOwen is Distinguished Student Teacher Kevin McOwen, a post-baccalaureate student who completed Ramapo College’s teacher education certification program in 2012, was awarded the prestigious New Jersey Distinguished Student Teacher Award in June at Rider University. He was one of only 15 winners in the State of New Jersey. Each year, the New Jersey Department of Education publicly recognizes the year’s Michele Jaker The League of Women Voters of Ridgewood is pleased to announce Michele Jaker, principal of MJ Strategies, as the keynote speaker at the Annual Fall Lun- cheon. This event will be held Sept. 25 from noon until 2 p.m. at the Old Paramus Reformed Church, 660 East Glen Avenue, Ridgewood. Jaker will speak to the status of Women’s Health Care in New Jersey. Prior to her work protecting women’s health, Jaker served as chief of staff to State Senator Joseph Vitale, chair of the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee. Questions from the public are welcome. The cost to attend is $25 per person. Checks made out to LWV of Ridgewood may be mailed to Linda McNamara, 575 Knickerbocker Road, Ridgewood, NJ 07450. For details, call (201) 444-0688 or e-mail llmcnamara1@gmail.com. The League of Women Voters, a non- profit political organization, encourages informed and active participation in gov- ernment. The LWV works to increase the understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through edu- cation and advocacy. Jaker to address LVW top graduates of teacher education pro- grams in New Jersey’s colleges and univer- sities through the New Jersey Distinguished Student Teacher Award program. Each New Jersey college or university submits packets for the three top student teachers. An inde- pendent panel of experts evaluates each stu- dent’s submission. This year, for the third time in the last five years, a Ramapo Col- lege student was selected as a recipient of this prominent award. McOwen received his teaching certi- fication in mathematics and is currently employed as a mathematics teacher at Ridgewood High School. In addition, two 2013 Ramapo College graduates, Lauren Santaniello and Ruthann Inserra, were nominated for the award and were honored at the event. Anne DeGroot, assistant professor of teacher education, has coordinated the pro- cess of nominating students and submitting their packets for the past five years and attended the ceremony. DeGroot noted that this recognition of achievement in student teaching is an outstanding honor for teacher education, the School of Social Science and Human Services, and Ramapo College. Page 12 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • September 4, 2013 Aging not always the culprit behind cataracts Many people develop cataracts as they approach their golden years. While aging is the single biggest risk factor for cataracts, there are other factors that can contribute to cataracts, which can afflict people of all ages. According to the American Optometric Association, the following fac- tors can contribute to the development of cataracts. Alcohol consumption: Studies have shown that higher alcohol consumption can increase a person’s risk of devel- oping cataracts. Diabetes mellitus: Persons with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing cataracts than those who do not have dia- betes. Medications: Certain medications have been associ- ated with the development of cataracts. Corticosteroids and chlorpromazine and other phenothiazine related medica- tions have been linked to cataracts in the past. Nutrition: Men and women who do not eat a nutri- tious diet may be increasing their risk of developing cata- racts. The AOA admits studies examining a potential link between nutrient deficiency and cataracts are inconclu- sive, but some studies have suggested there is such a link between the formation of cataracts and low levels of anti- oxidants like vitamins C and E. Smoking: Smoking can increase a person’s risk for a host of ailments, including cataracts. Ultraviolet radiation exposure: Persons who are not adequately protected when exposed to ultraviolet, or UV, radiation have a greater risk of developing cataracts. Some people may be born with cataracts or develop them during childhood. Such cataracts are known as con- genital cataracts and may be the result of the mother having contracted an infection while pregnant. Children born with cataracts may also have inherited them. For example, cata- racts may be a side effect of Alport syndrome, a genetic condition characterized by kidney disease, hearing loss, and abnormalities in the eye. When a person develops cataracts, surgery is the only effective treatment. But that does not necessarily mean a doctor will suggest surgery right away. Cataracts do not typically harm the eye, and delaying surgery does not mean you are less likely to regain your vision if and when you do opt for surgery. Doctors will likely recommend sur- gery when cataracts begin to impact quality of life, such as making reading or driving more difficult. Cataracts are often mistakenly considered a byproduct of aging. But not every aging man or woman will develop cataracts, and not all cataracts are a byproduct of aging. Learn more at www.aoa.org. September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 13 Be sure to get the facts about skin care tips With so many tips and tricks associated with skin care, it can sometimes be con- fusing to discern the help from the hype. While there are many worthwhile products on the market, many others are ineffective and simply not worth the price. However, certain care suggestions are universal and can help keep skin in top form. The most important thing is to protect skin from the sun. The American Cancer Society states that skin cancer is the most common of all cancers, accounting for nearly half of all cancers in the United States. More than two million cases of basal and squamous cell skin cancer are diagnosed in the United States each year. Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. Using a sunscreen product and limiting time in the sun during the peak hours of the highest exposure to UV rays (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.) are the two steps that can dramatically reduce the risk of develop- ing skin cancer. There is also special sun- protective clothing that can help block UV rays. Wearing wide-brimmed hats and long sleeves and pants also can protect the skin. Tugging, rubbing, and pulling on the skin can eventually lead to sagging and wrinkling. Although the skin is quite elas- tic and resilient, as one ages and skin dries out and becomes more delicate, it may be susceptible to more damage. Select soft cleansing pads or washcloths for washing the face and body. Avoid harsh soaps that can strip the skin of essential oils, unless a condition is present that requires the use of such cleansers. After showering, pat down skin so that some moisture remains on the body and apply a moisturizer to “lock in” that moisture. When shaving, be sure to do so gently, avoiding tugging on the skin, and shave in the direction the hair grows. Always use a sharp razor to avoid nicks and irritation. Keep in mind that shaving may be a more gentle method of hair removal than depila- tory creams or waxing. Contrary to popular belief, shaving does not cause hair to come back thicker or darker. At the initial grow-back period, the hair ends may be blunt, which could give the appearance of thicker hair, but that hair really is not thicker. Smoking has many negative conse- quences, including the ability to wrinkle and damage the skin. According to the Mayo Clinic, the repetitive action of pursing the lips to draw on the cigarette and squint- ing the eyes against the smoke can lead to deep lines and wrinkles. There is also something more sinister taking effect. Smoking is known to narrow the blood vessels in the body, including the tiny capillaries found in the outermost layers of skin. Lack of blood flow also means lack of oxygen and nutrients reaching the skin to keep it healthy. Smoking also may damage collagen and elastin -- the fibers that give skin its strength and elasticity. Furthermore, the tar in cigarette smoke can stain the skin, giving a yellowish appearance. Too much stress can take its toll on the body. In addition to causing lack of sleep, stress can cause hormonal changes that lead to breakouts and even hives. Slow down and take steps to reduce stress. The skin is the largest organ of the body, and, at times, it can seem invincible. However, skin is not immune to disease or other conditions, so men and women should emphasize skin care as part of their groom- ing routines. Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • September 4, 2013 The python gags The PBS show, “Nature,” recently presented a factual account of how Burmese pythons, dumped in the Ever- glades by their former owners, had taken to eating cute animals, grew to enormous bulk due to lack of competi- tion, and then moved on to challenge the alligators as the swamp’s top predators. Many “Nature” shows are worth watching until you memorize the dialogue. The shows on birds of paradise and hummingbirds were two of one could actually watch while eating supper. Watching pythons eat stuff was beyond that other great PBS show, “Secrets of the Dead,” where only the titles are deliberately disgusting. We saw a metaphorical example of that when one of my much younger colleagues took the chop through a situation that was not his fault. In his case, the python did not do as well as those in the Everglades, but that cannot be blamed on a young man who worked as hard as he did and was obviously learning his job quite well. I will not mention his name because I wish him well and do not want any- thing vaguely negative to turn up under his name that might interfere with future employment somewhere a little higher on the food chain. The metaphorical python, dropped off in the subur- ban forest that is northwest Bergen County, was the most recent attempt to seize control of the advertising market that revolves around Paramus, which is a Lenape Indian word that means “shopping center.” Supplemented by the Corridors of Doom that Route 17 and lower Route 4 have become, and whatever may be left of downtown Hacken- sack, where people used to ride their horses or oxcarts to shop when I was a little kid, there is enough advertising in Paramus support one media giant: one as in single, all alone, or autonomous. One. About three years ago, a corporate entity capitalized on the fact that most people obtain their national and state news from computers and other electronic sources, such as they are, and decided to launch a computer-accessible news source where people could not only read an account of what had happened at last night’s meeting but even comment about it under their actual or assumed names. Print journal- ism as we knew it seemed about to become an anachronism or a regional oddity limited to places where there was not enough advertising to support even a small newspaper. The Cuban Missile Crisis of 1963 was a whole lot worse, but losing your job when you do not want to retire and move to such places is edgy. Once before, something like this happened except that the technology was different. About 20 years ago, another outside money man decided to buy up most of the smaller newspapers in northwest Bergen County and the greater Paramus area, and make them into something that was cor- porate rather than personal and could be produced by one worn-down professional journalist and a gaggle of eager amateurs, and then strangle the Hackensack mega-paper. They literally aimed to hire a guy with a divorce and a drinking problem as the editor and kids with zero expe- rience as the reporting staff. This was the python pitted against the alligator, which actually had some professional news people on staff. The cute animals moved through the python’s digestive tract while the adversaries stalked one another. We all know what happened. A couple of python survi- vors got together and started the paper you are reading now. “The Outlaw Journalist” column appeared in the first issue and has appeared ever since. Despite the photograph with all those cap-and-ball revolvers -- unloaded, I assure you -- the column was not based on visual terroristic threats. The premise was that while other papers had big-time sacred cows and secret enemies, and treated their hirelings like serfs, our paper treated employers like fellow Americans with full sets of human rights, did not play Celebrity Man- hunt trying to compromise political figures who did not kowtow to us, and did not cover up wrong-doing because the culprits belong to the same country club or political party. We told the truth as northwest Bergen County people knew it. The schools are pretty good, but far from per- fect and way too expensive; some municipal agencies are over-staffed; and destroying historic houses and knocking down trees to cover land with artificial turf and asphalt contributes to regional flooding. Ridgewood actually has parking problems. A couple of the other schools are really not all that great, and some teachers should not have been employed. It worked! There were enough people out there who respected editorial integrity to give the paper an ample number of repeat readers. We kept growing. Meanwhile, back in the media Everglades, the alligator would appear to have gobbled down the python. One day we got the news that so-and-so editor had been fired and that so-and-so publisher got out of the country because he always liked England better and we were still in print -- and have been ever since. We like northwest Bergen County better than anyplace. Our readers are smart enough to spot a phony and our advertisers are smart enough to know that they should not pay vastly larger amounts to compete with Paramus and Hackensack. About the time the previous python slid down the sur- viving alligator’s gullet, this moved from being my night job to my day job. Another self-proclaimed genius bought the trade paper where I hung my editor’s visor and decided that he would make millions by firing people who knew their jobs and replacing them with eager young kids and part-time adults. One day we call came to work and found the computers unplugged, the swivel chairs on top of the desks, and the paper files spilled out all over the back alley where we parked when we could find space. Everybody who was not of the same ethnic group as the publisher was fired on the same day. My wife inconveniently lost her job the same week, and my daughter got admitted to Princeton about the time this all transpired. Back at the last real family-owned paper in Bergen County, I got some expanded hours and a bigger salary, and took up tutoring to cover the shortfall between two jobs and one. We survived with much prayer and thrift. Meanwhile, the trade paper that had survived for 50 years under the old management that had offered a minor pension plan, tanked after 18 months under the cost-cutter. Abusive manage- ment may amuse people with inferiority complexes, but it never really works. Both kids finished college with a little help from Mom and Pop and their own part-time jobs, and both have chil- dren and own homes of their own. Right now, my two infant grandsons are having a contest to see who is the most precocious, while my one granddaughter holds the title for most precious. In the midst of preparing for my most recent new grand- son’s arrival, we got the word that the latest python had been done in, this time not by the alligator, which may also be in bad shape, but by the economy. According to one reli- able news source, the corporation was taking in about one- quarter of what it was paying out, so they did the usual U.S. corporate thing and cut the number of productive workers as opposed to the tactics of our overseas corporate com- petitors. In my career here, I have had some heated arguments with coworkers, but I have never been stabbed in the back. Show me a job you can say that about anywhere and I will show you a job that has great survivor potential, because the better workers will be reluctant to jump ship, and they will not be fired for irresponsible reasons. It is sad that people who were in no way responsible for bad corporate planning had to take the chop for it. How- ever, I would be a bit of a fake if I shed any crocodile (or alligator) tears about losing competition. Everybody claims to love competition. Everybody actually hates it unless they have a few loose screws rattling around upstairs. The people who really benefit from competition are the read- ers, because if newspapers make too many mistakes, show too obvious a personal or political bias, or charge excessive rates for ads that reach the wrong market, the readers and the advertisers still have a choice. We are that choice. Nobody is sad when a python dies, and alligators will never replace Bambi or Thumper as nursery favorites. I wish my younger colleagues well at a job somewhere else. Journalism is that kind of business. The python and the alligator should have known better than to tangle with us. I hear you can make shoes out of those things, and my fash- ion consultant tells me I need a couple of pairs. Ridgewood Village hosts children’s workshops Ridgewood’s recreation division will host a variety of classes and workshops for the village’s youngest residents during September and October. Classes are held at The Stable, 259 North Maple Avenue in Ridgewood, unless oth- erwise noted. My First Art with Abrakadoodle is for children ages 20- 42 months. Class will meet on Tuesdays from 10 to 10:45 a.m. beginning Sept. 24. Caregivers join little ones as they paint, draw, sculpt, read books, play art games, and listen to music. The fee is $110 for this six-week session and includes all materials. Happy Feet, for children ages three through five, will be hed Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. beginning Sept. 18. Students will learn basic ballet positions and thematic movement exploration. Formal dance attire is not required; students should dress comfortably. The fee is $60 for the six-week session. Chinese for Children is offered to youngsters ages three through five years on Mondays from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. The class will begin Sept. 16. Students absorb a new language in an immersion environment filled with exciting and age- appropriate action games, visual aids, vocabulary-building songs, and more. The fee is $149 for the six-week session. A materials fee of $29.95 will be charged by the Language Workshop for the first session and every other session thereafter. Children ages three through five may participate in Mini Doodler with Abrakadoodle on Wednesdays from 1:30 to 2:15 p.m. beginning Sept. 18. This mixed-media class will include work with paints, prints, sculpture, collage, and more. The fee is $110 for the six-week session, and includes all materials. Happy Piano, for children ages three through five, will meet on Thursdays beginning Sept. 19. Students will learn the basics of music theory and how to play familiar songs. Educational songs, props, and teaching aids will be used. Classes are offered in half-hour sessions. Sessions will begin at 1:15 p.m. and 1:45. The fee is $120 for the six-week session. Material kits are required for all new students and will be available for purchase on the first day of class. The additional $35 fee for these kits is payable to Happy Piano. Sport Squirts is offered to children ages three through five. This Tuesday class will begin Sept. 17. One-hour ses- sions will be offered at 9:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m., or 1:45 p.m. Students will be introduced to five sports: soccer, basketball, lacrosse, T-ball, and hockey. The fee is $125 for six classes, and all equipment is provided. Sessions will be held at Veterans Field North, which is located behind Vil- lage Hall at 131 North Maple Avenue. Children ages three through five are invited to play T- ball on Thursdays beginning Sept. 19. One-hour sessions will be offered at 10:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m., or 1:45 p.m. at Veteran’s Field North. Participants learn the basics of T- ball, including throwing, hitting, pitching, catching, base running, and fielding. The program is $125 for six classes, and all equipment is provided. Elementary school children may choose from a variety of after school programs. Classes will be held at The Stable, 259 North Maple Avenue or in the Community Center in (continued on page 23) September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 15 Ridgewood Notes Hauck hosts ‘Let’s Stay Acquainted’ After last year’s successful “Let’s Get Acquainted” program, Councilwoman Gwenn Hauck invites Ridgewood residents to share a light lunch and engage in an activity each month during her “Let’s Stay Acquainted” program. The first meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept. 5 at noon. The program will be held in the Patrick Mancuso Senior Lounge in Village Hall, 131 North Maple Avenue in Ridgewood. Five local restaurant owners will lead an hour of Bingo and cater lunch. Prizes are donated by the restaurants. Upcoming ses- sions are planned for Oct. 10 and Nov. 7. Those in need of transportation are encouraged to make arrangements with the senior bus by calling (201) 670-5500, exten- sion 200. Information about taxi coupons is also available at that number. There is no fee to attend, but registra- tion is required. To reserve a space, call the recreation office at (201) 670-5560 or e-mail ghauck@ridgewoodnj.net. Homecoming Day Picnic planned West Side Presbyterian Church will host its Homecoming Day Picnic on Sunday, Sept. 8. The picnic will follow the church’s traditional 10 a.m. service. The community is invited to join the congrega- tion for food and fellowship. On Sept. 8, the church will also host a 45-minute service starting at 8:45 a.m. in the chapel. Child care and Sunday school will be available during both services. Founded in 1912, West Side Presbyte- rian Church is a community dedicated to connecting with individuals, groups, and families through innovative ministry that supports healthy emotional and spiritual growth. All are welcome. West Side is located at Varian Fry Way, 6 South Monroe Street in Ridgewood. For more information, call (201) 652-1966 or visit www.westside.org. Employment workshop scheduled Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church’s Career Resources Ministry, in its continu- ing effort to provide help to people seeking employment, will present the first of a four- part series of workshops on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 1 p.m. The workshop will be held in the meeting room in the lower church and is open to anyone seeking employment and those who anticipate possible unemploy- ment. The workshops are free and parish membership is not required. Workshops are presented by the Career Resources Ministry, whose members are dedicated to helping those seeking employ- ment. Professionals in the field will present the workshop and will be on hand to give advice. This workshop topic is “Create Your Communications Strategy and Resume.” Participants should bring a recent resume or job experience information. All are welcome, and refreshments will be served. For more information, call Tom Lewis at (201) 445-1864 or Carol Shea at (201) 447-4215. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is located at 1 Passaic Street in Ridgewood. Chamber announces Car Show Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce’s 20 th Annual Car Show will be held Friday, Sept. 6. The show will be held in and around Memorial Park at Van Neste Square and along East Ridgewood Avenue from 6 to 9 p.m. Live music by Take 4 will keep the evening lively and food will be avail- able from favorite local eateries. The event is free for viewers. Trophies will be presented for many car categories. The fee to enter a car in the show is $20. Registration forms may be down- loaded at www.experienceridgewood. Sponsorship opportunities for this popu- lar event are available. In the event of rain, visit www.experi- enceridgewood.com or call (201) 445-2600 for information. OLMC MOMs meet The MOMs group at Our Lady of Mount Carmel will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The group will gather at 9:15 a.m. in the parish center located at One Passaic Street in Ridgewood. Attendees are invited to bring a friend and enjoy a cup of coffee with other moms while learning about the Ministry of Moth- erhood. MOMs monthly meetings include speak- ers and group discussions. The organization features interest groups including journal and book clubs, a recipe club, a reservation club, tennis groups, playgroups, yoga, teen talk, and faith sharing. Moms of all faiths and ages are welcome. Child care will be provided during meet- ings; RSVP to childcare@olmcmoms.org. For more information about MOMs, visit www.olmcmoms.org. Free trial memberships offered The Ridgewood YMCA and the YWCA Bergen County have teamed up for “Back on Track” this fall. Prospective members are invited to sign up for a free one-week trial membership and sample everything these two organizations have to offer. The promotion includes facility-wide access to YMCA and YWCA program- ming, including fitness, sports, and enrich- ment classes for all ages, lap swimming in two heated indoor pools, and access to the Bolger Fitness Center’s cardio and strength equipment and group exercise classes. Par- ticipants must be at least 13 years of age to use the YMCA Strength Training Facility and at least 16 to access the BFC. Complimentary trial membership passes are available to first-time members only through Oct. 3. This offer includes all YMCA, YWCA, and BFC classes except swim lessons, personal training, massage, YWCA children’s dance, and YWCA spe- cial swim. Space is limited in YWCA chil- dren’s classes; early sign up is encouraged. For details, or to sign up for a free week, call the YMCA at (201) 444-5600, exten- sion 313, the YWCA at (201) 444-5600, extension 341, or visit the YMCA/YWCA at 112 Oak Street in Ridgewood. Free senior transportation available The Village of Ridgewood provides free transportation for Ridgewood senior citi- zens using an 11 passenger bus on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This service is good for transportation to and from medical appointments, grocery and mall shopping, and senior activities at the Community Center and library. Drivers will be available to help riders on and off the bus and to assist with packages. Call (201) 670-5500 extension 200 for details. HILT plans events Highlights in Leisure Time will host a Patio Picnic meeting on Thursday, Sept. 12 in the Ridgewood Village Hall Community Center at 131 North Maple Avenue. This noon meeting is open to members and will include a box lunch when attendees sign up in advance. HILT will travel to the Shawnee Inn and Playhouse to see “The Odd Couple” on Sept. 26. The trip includes lunch and trans- portation by bus. The cost to attend is $45 for members and $50 for non-members. For more information, contact the Ridgewood Parks and Recreation Depart- ment at (201) 670-5560, or visit 259 North Maple Avenue. Ridgewood residents age 55 and older are invited to join Highlights in Leisure Time, a senior organization under the aus- pices of the Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation. Monthly meetings include entertainment and informational presentations followed by refreshments. Annual membership dues are $15. Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • September 4, 2013 Obituaries Michael Bernich Michael Bernich of Wyckoff died Aug. 25. He was 82. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Before retiring, he was a mechanic for Volvo Plus in Paterson. He is survived by his wife Erika and his children Vicky, Valerie, Mikelene, Audrey, and Thomas. He is also survived by six grand- children and four great-grandchildren. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the VITAS Hospice, 70 South Orange Avenue, Second Floor, Livingston, NJ 07039. Rodolfo H. Corzo Rodolfo H. Corzo of Ridgewood died Aug. 22. Arrange- ments were made by Scillieri Funeral Home in Paterson. Evelyn K. ‘Lynn’ Hoag Evelyn K. “Lynn” Hoag died Aug. 11. She was 97. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Ridgewood. She was a graduate of Duke University. She was a member of the Madison Beach Club, the Madison Winter Club, and the Madison Garden Club, and a former member of the College Club of Ridgewood and of the Black Hall Golf Club of Old Lyme, Connecticut. She is survived by her daughter Marcia Lynn Miller of Newburyport, Mas- sachusetts and two grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Jerome E. Hoag Jr., her parents Rose and Theodore Kleinmanns, and her brother William Klein- manns. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Memorial donations may be made to TNA-The Facial Pain Association, 408 West Uni- versity Avenue, Suite 602, Gainesville, FL 32601-3248 or to a charity of choice. C. Gary Job C. Gary Job of Waldwick, formerly of Allendale, died Aug. 24. He was 64. He was the owner and operator of Job Excavating in Waldwick. He was a member of Saint Luke’s R.C. Church in Ho-Ho-Kus, where he served as an usher for over 25 years. He is survived by his fiancée Judy Fallon of Poughkeepsie, his mother Ann (Kurelja) Job of Waldwick, and his brothers Joseph of Ridgewood and Mark of Allendale. He is also survived by four nieces and neph- ews He was predeceased by his father Pasko Ciril (“Pat”) Job. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. May ‘Peter’ Foote Lee May “Peter” Foote Lee, nee May Katharine Strangfeld, of Bennington, Vermont, formerly of Cornwall, Connecti- cut; Dorset, Vermont; Allendale; and Englewood, died Aug. 19. She was 94. She received her RN from the Roosevelt Hospital School of Nursing in New York City in 1940. She was an involved community member who served on many boards and committees. She is survived by her daughters Katharine Lingamfelter of Stuart, Florida; Janet Stones of Bethel, Connecticut; and Cynthia Foote of Orchard Park, New York. She is also survived by eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and her brother John Strang- feld of Chatham. She was predeceased by her first hus- band Charles C. Foote, MD, her second husband Earl G. Holmes, and her third husband James W. Lee; her sister A. Marian Strangfeld; and her brothers William, Richard, and Edward. J. Roger Masi, Esquire J. Roger Masi, Esq. of Ridgewood died Aug. 22. He was 59. He was a graduate of Franklin & Marshall College and Temple Law. He practiced law for over 25 years, served on the zoning board in Ridgewood for four years, and was a former member of the AM Rotary. He is survived by his wife Sherrill and his sons Roger, Christopher, and Nicho- las. He is also survived by his brother Dr. Robert Masi of Portola Valley, California. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Memo- rial donations may be made to the Smile Forever Founda- tion, P.O. Box 306, Closter, NJ 07624. Pauline Massar Pauline Massar of Oradell, formerly of Fair Lawn and Midland Park, died Aug. 26. She was 63. She was the guid- ance secretary at New Milford High School for the past 15 years. She was the cheerleading coach, and a member of the PTO at Saint Joseph’s Elementary School in Oradell. She is survived by her husband Gary Massar; her children Chris- topher Massar and Diana Welsh, both of Virginia; and her sisters Judi Bonzkowski of Kinnelon and Linda Rosa of Suffield, Connecticut. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202. Myrtle Meyerhoff Myrtle “Mom” Meyerhoff, nee Frazier, of Ramsey died Aug. 22. She was 92. She was a member of the Ramsey Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She is survived by her daugh- ter Myrtle “Dolly” Scalione of Ramsey and her sisters Mary Frazier and Violet Winters. She was predeceased by her husband Kenneth Meyerhoff and her daughter Doris May Meyerhoff. Arrangements were made by Van Emburgh- Sneider-Pernice Funeral Home in Ramsey. Memorial donations may be made to the Ramsey Fire Department, 25 South Island Avenue, P.O. Box 164, Ramsey, NJ 07446 or the Ramsey Ambulance Corps, 41 North Island Avnue, Ramsey, NJ 07446. Esben Hart Rasmussen Esben Hart Rasmussen of Upper Saddle River died Aug. 21. He was 86. He was born in Copenhagen, Denmark and graduated from the Technical University of Denmark in 1950 with a master’s degree in chemical engineering. He came to America in 1954 and worked as a professional engineer for many years. In 1983, he joined Polytechnic University as a professor, and was appointed Dean of the Westchester Campus in 1996. He retired in 1998. He is sur- vived by his wife Anna Selma Andersen and his children Elisabeth Conboy, Eric Rasmussen, Annette DeGroat, Nils Rasmussen, and Christine Murphy. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Arrange- ments were made by Community Funeral Home of Passaic. Memorial donations may be made to Valley Hospice, 15 Essex Road, Paramus, NJ 07652; Saint Joseph’s Indian School, P.O. Box 100, Chamberlain, SD 57325; or a charity of choice. Barbara Redmond Barbara Redmond, nee Morris, of Waldwick died Aug. 25. She was 95. She graduated from Lake Erie College in 1940. She was a member of the Upper Ridgewood Tennis Club, West Side Presbyterian Church, and the College Club of Ridgewood. She was a volunteer at Kurth Cottage. She is survived by her children Martie Hovancik of San Jose, California and Christie Rutherford of Wyckoff, four grand- children, and two great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her daughter-in-law Pam Redmond of Marietta, Geor- gia. She was predeceased by her husband Jack and her son Jack Jr. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Memorial donations may be made to Liberty Humane Society, 235 Jersey City Boule- vard, Jersey City, NJ 07305. John W. ‘Bill’ Scherer John W. “Bill” Scherer of Wyckoff, formerly of Glen Ridge and East Orange, died Aug. 23. He was 95. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Before retiring in 1975, he was secretary to the president of Texaco and manager of Texaco Travel Service. He graduated from Pace Col- lege. He was a director in the Dale Carnegie courses and a volunteer at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood. He was a co- founder and charter member of Advent Lutheran Church in Wyckoff, where he served as president of the board of administration, deacon, congregational secretary, Sunday school teacher, choir member, lector, and usher. He is sur- vived by his son William M. Scherer, DDS, four grandchil- dren, and one great-grandson. He was predeceased by his wife Ruth A. (Fallon). Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Margaret R. Van Grouw Margaret R. Van Grouw, nee Rose, of Wyckoff, died Aug. 25. She was a member of the Ebenezer Netherlands Reformed Church in Franklin Lakes. She is survived by her husband Leonard J. Van Grouw and her children Dr. Richard A. Van Grouw, Janet O’Keefe, Ronald Van Grouw, Ruth Ann Easterhoff, Raymond D. Van Grouw, and James L. Van Grouw. She is also survived by 27 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and her siblings Cora Bush, Lambert Rose, and Wilbur Rose. She was predeceased by her daughter Mary Jean and three brothers and one sister. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Vermeulen Memorial Home in Franklin Lakes. Memorial donations may be made to Netherlands Reformed Christian School, 164 Jacksonville Road, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444. September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 17 Glen Rock Roundup Area residents are invited to improve their memory with Matthew Goerke, “America’s Memory Master,” on Sunday, Sept. 22. This program will be held at the Glen Rock Public Library, 315 Rock Road, from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. A trained memory helps reduce stress and improve productivity. Goerke’s interac- tive workshop will help participants achieve a more powerful memory as they learn the tools needed to develop the ability to recall names, dates, and other important infor- mation. Goerke has worked with major corporations and trained many executives, teachers, students, and seniors. This program is made possible by the Friends of the Glen Rock Library. No reg- istration is required. For more information, call (201) 670-3970. school classes begin for children who will be age three by Oct. 1. The church also presents a My Grown-Up & Me class for newborns up to age three and their par- ents, grandparents, or guardians. This class meets once a month on the first Sunday of each month. Immediately after Rally Day, the Joyful Noise worship service will take place in the sanctuary from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The service will be followed by the annual picnic on the front lawn. There will be food, ice cream, crafts, and a Bouncy House for the children. Those looking for a church home are welcome to attend the day’s events. For additional information, contact Pastor Spencer at (201) 444-6598 or visit www. GoodShepherdGlenRock.org. Good Shep- herd is located at the corner of Rock Road and Ackerman Avenue in Glen Rock. Good Shepherd Rally Day set Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will hold its Rally Day celebration on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 9 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This event will launch the new Sunday school year. Special guest Zak Magic will entertain children and adults. Registration for Sunday school will take place, and a light breakfast will be served. The Sunday school now serves 70 chil- dren. Each Sunday, the children in pre- kindergarten through third grade meet for Children’s Choir rehearsal from 9:30 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. Then they move to Sunday school until 10:20 a.m. Those in grades four through eight attend Sunday school from 9:30 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. Regular Sunday Library hosts activities The Glen Rock Library has announced several activities that will be held during the month of September. The Tea at Two Book Club will meet at 2 p.m. Sept. 10. This month’s selection is “Drowning Ruth” by Christna Schwarz. No registration is required. Pick up a copy at the reference desk. Tea and cookies will be served. Yoga is back, by popular demand. James Collins, certified yoga instructor, will lead light yoga practice on Saturdays in Septem- ber and October from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. This class includes stretching, breathing, and balance exercises. Participants should bring a towel and yoga mat, and wear clothes that allow comfortable movement. Note: Par- ‘Memory Master’ to appear ticipants should consult a physician before beginning any exercise program. Only 30 people can be accommodated. Participants will be welcomed on a first-come, first- served basis. Rick Mikula will present a program about butterflies on Sept. 21 at 3 p.m. Mikula, known as America’s funniest but- terfly expert, will present this fast-paced, exciting program for families with children in second grade and older. Registration is required; stop by the children’s room. The library is located at 315 Rock Road in Glen Rock. Visit glenrock.bccls.org or call (201) 670-3970. to 9 p.m. On Tuesdays and Fridays, hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday hours are 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For details, call (201) 670-3970. Advisory group to meet The Senior Citizen Advisory Committee of Glen Rock will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The meeting will be held at 1:30 p.m. in the municipal building at 1 Harding Plaza. Doris Ciaramella will chair the meeting. All are invited. The borough provides bus transportation for residents age 65 and older and for dis- abled adults who cannot drive. For details, call Paula Fleming at (201) 670-3956 Library returns to regular hours The Glen Rock Public Library, located at 315 Rock Road, has returned to its regu- Press releases for this column may be lar hours. The library is open on Mondays, sent to editorial@villadom.com. Deadline Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9 a.m. is Wednesday at noon. Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES II, III & IV • September 4, 2013 ‘Blue Jasmine’ tackles rebuilding after scandal by Dennis Seuling “Blue Jasmine” is about a woman on the verge of a ner- vous breakdown. Jasmine (Cate Blanchett) moves from New York City to San Francisco to stay with her sister, Ginger (Sally Hawkins). The siblings are complete oppo- sites. Jasmine is used to great wealth and pampering, and finds it difficult to adapt to a new life after her husband (Alec Baldwin) is arrested for financial fraud. Ginger works as a cashier in a grocery store and is a down-to-earth pragmatist. Ginger feels sorry for Jasmine and takes her in until she can get back on her feet. The situation creates stress for all concerned, including Ginger’s boyfriend, Chili (Bobby Canavale). Because Jasmine has always had the best that money can buy, she is totally unprepared to function in a world that requires her to have skills of some kind. She does manage to get a job as a dentist’s receptionist, but devotes most of her time to swigging vodka and complaining about her lot in life. “Blue Jasmine” is a profound character study of a woman too fragile, unprepared, and terrified to acclimate herself to unfamiliar circumstances. Almost childlike in her inability to grasp what it takes to get along and pay one’s own way, she entertains fanciful, unrealistic ideas about her future. Ginger is her only refuge, though Jasmine never refrains from being condescending to her sister and her apparent contentedness with a blue-collar life. Blanchett takes on a difficult role, revealing all sorts of facets of Jasmine’s personality. On the surface, she is Cate Blanchett and Sally Hawkins in a scene from ‘Blue Jas- mine,’ directed by Woody Allen. a spoiled, aloof, irritating, bejeweled fashion plate. How- ever, viewers also see her as a rudderless dependent who would be nothing without her husband’s considerable wealth. At the same time, there is a fierce integrity in the way she maintains a death grip on her illusions. So along with revulsion and disdain, viewers also feel empathy and a great degree of fascination. People like Jasmine don’t pop- ulate the worlds of average folk, so there is a voyeuristic attraction as Jasmine navigates the obstacles of rebuilding her life in a new city. Blanchett turns in a flawless, Oscar- worthy performance. Parallels to “A Streetcar Named Desire” are inevitable. All the elements are here: the fragile lead character who has fallen on hard times and drinks too much, the rough-hewn brother-in-law who sees her for what she is, and the sister who tries to keep peace among the three of them. But the film has a unique identity and appears modern and timely, in part because of the recent Bernie Madoff scandal. The story director Woody Allen is telling focuses on the story after the media frenzy has died down, the courtroom trials have ended, and property has been seized. Though Jasmine has avoided jail, her “sentence” is to be tossed, unprepared, into a world that demands personal accountability. Director Allen makes generous use of flashbacks to fill in Jasmine’s history. Viewers see her living in affluence, expensively dressed, surrounded by servants, while turn- ing a blind eye to the questionable investment schemes by which husband Hal makes his millions. She turns that same blind eye to Hal’s numerous affairs, buying his denials and accepting his diamond-encrusted gifts. How much does she truly know? Where does her innocence end and her self-interested credulity begin? To the film’s great credit, it keeps viewers guessing until the very end. Hawkins does a fine job. Pleasant, generous, sympa- thetic, and hard working, her Ginger possesses the qualities Jasmine simply is unable to summon. Her chemistry with Canavale is excellent and it is easy to believe these two as a real couple with much in common. Chili may be a work- ing stiff but, as Ginger points out, he is no crook. Canavale fits so easily into the character of Chili that it seems as if he is hardly acting. He has harnessed the trick of making fictional people come alive. Andrew Dice Clay portrays Augie, Ginger’s former hus- band. Clay’s standup comedy act in the ‘80s was popular though vilified by women’s groups as obscenely sexist. It is surprising that Allen ever thought of him for the role, but the casting pays off. Clay is completely convincing as a manual laborer embittered by thwarted aspirations. Notable, too, is the film’s soundtrack, which includes jazz and blues performances by Louis Armstrong, King Oliver, and Trixie Smith, and standards by Rodgers & Hart and W.C. Handy. The songs perfectly underscore the scenes in which they appear. Allen’s knowledge of and taste in music have always figured prominently in his films, and here the soundtrack is an important ingredient in setting the appropriate mood. Rated PG-13, “Blue Jasmine” is an exceptional achieve- ment and a true gift to moviegoers who relish a good script, complex characters, and first-class acting. Coming at a time when movie theaters are stocked with action and explosions-and-mayhem flicks, it is a genuine oasis in a desert of mediocrity. Cook Up Some Business! Advertise your restaurant in The Villadom TIMES. You’ll reach over 47,000 households. 201-652-0744 www.villadom.com September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II, III & IV • Page 19 Magicians team up for the ultimate heist by Dennis Seuling “Now You See Me” (Summit Entertainment) is about four magicians (Jesse Eisenberg, Isla Fisher, Woody Har- relson, and Dave Franco), each with a specific skill, who team up as the Four Horsemen to stage a glitzy Vegas stage act that culminates in the robbery of a French bank. Though the police have no idea how they pulled it off, FBI agent Dylan Rhodes (Mark Ruffalo) and Interpol agent Alma Dray (Melanie Laurent) are called in to learn the secret behind the magic. This is a stylish picture with an unusually fine cast that includes Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine. Director Louis Leterrier moves the film along briskly, as the four magicians remain deceptively cool while under intense scrutiny from the law. Leterrier performs his own act of prestidigitation as he covers a lot of plot loopholes with cin- ematic pizzazz, a feat not altogether surprising in a movie about misdirection, smoke and mirrors, and illusion. This is a real popcorn movie: It is lots of fun while one is watching it, but does not have lingering substance. After watching it, several questions will arise, but by then one has gone along for the ride. A stronger, tighter script would have made “Now You See Me” truly stand out. As is, it is both a diverting excursion into a glamorous world of mega- stardom and an above-average caper film. Bonuses on the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack include the extended director’s cut with 16 minutes of never-before- seen footage, audio commentary with director Louis Leter- rier, an overview of the history of magic, deleted scenes, and a making-of featurette. “Arthur Newman” (Cinedigm) is a tale of two unlikely Jesse Eisenberg stars as world class magician J. Daniel Atlas in ‘Now You See Me.’ individuals who encounter one another during a particu- larly difficult midlife crisis. Wallace Avery (Colin Firth) despises his job. He has blown his one shot at living his dream and his relationships are in a shambles. Not want- ing to face his depressing life, he stages his own death and purchases a new identity as Arthur Newman. But his hope- filled new life is soon interrupted by beautiful, reckless, exciting Mike (Emily Blunt). Mike is troubled and is also leaving her life behind. Together, they set out on a road trip, stealing the identities of those they encounter and engaging in an elaborate game of role play and crime that leads far from home. Though intended as a lightly comic screen romance, the film comes off as rather somber. Both Firth and Blunt are fine, and their widely different characters make for some dramatic tension, but the movie has a feeling of incomplete- ness -- as if the script still needed work. Director Dante Ariola tentatively explores the theme of how a person feels as compared to how he is perceived by others, but never adequately ties this in with the narrative. The only extra on the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is a behind-the-scenes featurette. “The Fugitive” (Warner Home Video) celebrates its 20th Anniversary with a new Blu-ray edition. Based on the 1960s classic TV series, “The Fugitive” won seven Acad- emy Award nominations, including Best Picture. Chicago surgeon Dr. Richard Kimble (Harrison Ford), unjustly accused of murdering his wife, must find the real killer, and the reason for the slaying, after being targeted in a nation- wide manhunt led by tenacious United States Deputy Mar- shal Sam Gerard (Tommy Lee Jones). Co-starring are Sela Ward, Joe Pantoliano, Andreas Katsulas, Jeroen Krabbe, and Julianne Moore. The film is highlighted by an early scene involving a train wreck, in which several cars derail and come hurtling toward Kimble. Today, such a scene would be concocted with technology. But director Andrew Davis used an actual (continued on Crossword page) Page 20 THE VILLADOM TIMES II, III & IV • September 4, 2013 DVD releases (continued from Restaurant page) train, making the scene all the more remarkable. “The Fugitive” is an exciting film. It has star power, excellent performances, a first-rate script, and impressive production values. Bonus features include the pilot episode of the 2000 TV series, an introduction by Andrew Davis and Harrison Ford, two documentaries on the making of the movie, and the featurette “The Fugitive: Thrill of the Chase.” “Petunia” (Wolfe Video), contains quirky characters and lots of plot twists and turns. Charlie (Tobias Segal), gay but abstinent, has a dysfunctional family with a his- tory of avoiding real feelings. Mom (Christine Lahti) is a therapist who needs a shrink of her own. Dad (David Rasche) hides erectile dysfunction under an oblivious and disaffected non-personality. Brothers Michael (Eddie Kaye Thomas) and Adrian (Jimmy Heck) are hiding infidelity and sex addiction, respectively. Completing the family circle is mean New York City princess sister-in-law Vivian (Thora Birch). Director and co-writer Christian Ash sets up a number of odd characters in sitcom style, but his attempts at comedy are weak and a sense of déjà vu sets in as the plot unfolds. Lahti does a fine job as a woman torn between reality and what she really wants. She has good timing and knows how to make a comic line land. It is a shame she does not have better material. The pace is slow, most likely to provide time for the viewer to get to know the main characters, but this gives the movie a stunted, sluggish feel. Bonuses on the DVD release include director commen- tary and a radio interview with cast members Birch, Lahti, and Michael Urie. “The Lords of Salem” (Anchor Bay) is set in modern- day Massachusetts where Salem rock DJ Heidi Hawthorne (Sheri Moon Zombie) has just received a record from a band known as “The Lords.” The record contains an eerie, repetitious bit of music that soon has a disturbing effect on Heidi. In addition, a trio of strange women has suddenly taken an interest in her. An author (Bruce Davison) who made a guest appearance on her show has started to make some peculiar connections involving Heidi, the record, and the history of the town. Director Rob Zombie has a great deal of passion about horror without the talent as director to match. His re-do of “Halloween” was disappointing, and his other films are a mixed bag of violence, perfunctory scripts, and clichés. Here, he nicely explores Heidi’s state of mind -- Is she possessed or simply insane? -- and provides some terrific atmosphere. For some reason, however, he turns to artsy incomprehensibility during the movie’s climax. It seems as if he came to a dead end and desperately tried to escape through cinematic hocus pocus. It does not work. The only bonus on the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack is audio commentary with writer/producer/director Rob Zombie. September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II, III & IV • Page 21 �������������������������� SERVICE MART HELP WANTED REAL ESTATE SALES FRANKLIN LAKES Get your license in 2.5 weeks. Start earning money with the busy & bustling Franklin Lakes Weichert Office offering the best training & support in the industry. 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Thank you. LM Tell our Advertisers you saw their ad in The Villadom Times continued on next page Page 22 THE VILLADOM TIMES II, III & IV • September 4, 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. kp RELIGIOUS Prayer to St. Jude cont. from preceding page Prayer to St. Clare 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. Thank you, St. Jude. cd 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. cd Thank You 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. 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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. cd 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. 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Dent repairs. 201-951-1810 Wanted Strips $22 By Mail September 4, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • Page 23 Village hosts workshops (continued from page 14) Village Hall, 131 North Maple Avenue. Instructors for the classes encourage a hands-on and individual pace for all stu- dents. A Chinese Language Workshop for children in kindergarten through grade three will meet on Mondays from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. The class will begin Sept. 16 at the Stable. Students are immersed in an environment filled with age-appropriate games, visual aids, vocabulary-building songs, play, and laughter. The fee is $149 for the six classes. A materials fee of $29.95 applies every other session. Lego Engineering is available tor chil- dren in kindergarten through grade two on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. at the Community Center. The class will begin Sept. 11. The cost is $180 for eight sessions, and materials are provided for onsite use only. Acrylic Painting for students in grades two though six will be held at the Stable on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. beginning Sept. 24. The cost is $60 for six classes; materials are additional and a list will be provided at registration. Fashion with Hobby Quest will be offered to children in grades two through five. This class will meet at the Stable on Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. beginning Sept. 18. The fee is $120 for six classes. All materials are provided. Drawing will be offered on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. to children in grades two through six. The class will be held at the Stable beginning Sept. 18. The fee is $60 for six classes and materials are additional. A list will be provided at registration. Duct Tape Art with Abrakadoodle will be held on Thursdays beginning Sept. 19. The class is open to students in grades one through three and will meet at the Stable from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. The cost is $120 for six classes. All materials will be provided. Children in kindergarten through grade two are invited to join Nature in the Village on Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. The class will begin Sept. 19 at Stable. The fee is $95 for six classes, and all materials will be provided. “Green Kids” workshops will be held on Wednesdays from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. at the Stable. This program for students in grades three through five will begin Oct. 16. The fee is $45 for five workshops, and all mate- rials will be included. Registration may be made online at www.ridgewoodnj.net/communitypass or in person or by mail at The Stable, 259 North Maple Avenue, in Ridgewood. The registra- tion form may be located on the Recreation homepage at www.ridgewoodnj.net/recre- ation. Non-residents may register if space is available; an additional $10 fee will apply. Office hours for the recreation department are weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call (201) 670-5560 for more information or if special accommodations are required. 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