October 9, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 29 Upper Saddle River Students work on garden Specialty Gardeners Julie Watson and Rhonda Chiacchiaro of R&S Landscap- ing in Midland Park recently worked with students at Upper Saddle River Children’s Academy to decorate the grounds for fall and prepare the garden for early spring color. The kindergarten class helped the gar- deners design and lay out a harvest display. The children helped unload the truck and were able to decide exactly where their piece would go. The display featured a mix of pumpkins, gourds, cornstalks, fall-col- ored flowers, and a scarecrow. Learning how to open the cornhusks on the cornstalk was of particular interest to the students. “Because we were working with children at an early age, we wanted the students to understand that individually their contribu- tion matters,” said Robert Schucker, presi- dent of R&S Landscaping. “At the same time, when their role was part of a team effort, they were able to create something beautiful that was bigger than themselves.” Pre-K students helped prepare a section of the garden for planting. The students cleared the area of plant debris and leaves before each of them had a turn planting a daffodil bulb. Together, they planted more than 30 bulbs that will gather nutrients from the soil over the winter and then bloom at the first signs of spring in 2014. “At R&S, we believe it’s never too early to inspire an appreciation for gardening and nature’s beauty,” Schucker said. “In a time when many of these students are already using computers on a daily basis, we believe A student who participated in the gardening workshop admires the new display. it’s important to connect them with nature on a personal level. These classes can take pride knowing they had a personal involve- ment in the beautiful fall and spring color just outside their classrooms.” Allendale Notebook Fire department hosts Touch-A-Truck The Allendale Fire Department will host a Touch-A-Truck event at the Allendale Farmers Market on Saturday, Oct. 19. Chil- dren are invited to climb on the fire truck, sit in the cab, and honk the horn from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Firefighters will be handing out trick or treat baggies with fire safety and healthy Halloween tips on them. Sponsored by the Allendale Chamber of Commerce, the Allendale Farmers Market is open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the New Jersey Transit Park & Ride lot on West Allendale Avenue. The market fea- tures vendors offering fresh, local foods. Senior Flu Clinic announced A Senior Flu Clinic will be held on Oct. 24 from 1 to 2 p.m. at Allendale Borough Hall at 500 West Crescent Avenue. The Allendale Board of Health will offer adult influenza vaccines to seniors age 65 and older and to anyone under the age of 65 who has a chronic illness. Those who attend are required to bring their Medicare cards and any additional insurance cards they may have. Clients with an HMO plan are asked to go to their managed care providers for the vaccine. Clients under age 65 will be charged $20 for the vaccine. Anyone allergic to eggs or any compo- nent of influenza vaccine, and those who have had a previous allergic reaction will not receive the vaccine. Those with acute respiratory infections or other infectious conditions, and those receiving Coumadin, Theorphylline/Slo-bid/Theodur should consult their personal physicians before attending this clinic. Clients who receive the vaccine will be required to sign a con- sent form. For more information, call the board of health at (201) 818-4400, extension 211. Fire Prevention Week Open House set The Allendale Volunteer Fire Depart- ment will host its annual Fire Prevention Open House on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 2 to 5 p.m. Residents and friends of all ages are invited to the fire station at 1 Erie Plaza. The event will include fire safety infor- mation and the opportunity to meet with volunteers and see the firefighting equip- ment. Activities will include a hands-on hose demonstration for children, station tours, looks at the fire trucks and ambu- lances, and the fire safety trailer. Firefight- ers, emergency medical technicians, and Sparky the Fire Dog will be on hand to greet guests. The firefighters will also per- form a Jaws of Life demonstration. Refreshments will be served. For details, Gold Star (continued from page 27) gave a heartfelt and moving prologue. Hauck spoke briefly and read several poi- gnant poems. Donovan avowed that, as long as she is county executive, she will ensure that our military and those who sacrificed their lives for this country will not be for- gotten. The Ridgewood High School Project Interact students read the 32 names of those e-mail firechief@allendalenj.gov. Lee Memorial Library announces October programs The Lee Memorial Library, located at 500 West Crescent Avenue, will host a variety of programs for adults in October. The programs are free, but registration is required. On Oct. 10, husband and wife duo Joel and Francine will entertain with the sounds of Broadway at 7 p.m. “Broadway Magic” will include legendary hits such as “Hello Dolly,” “Applause,” and “Corner of the Sky.” Allendale resident Seth Finklestein will discuss ways to save for retirement at a pro- gram set for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Spiritual medium, healer, and animal communicator Teresa will appear at the library on Thursday, Oct. 24. Teresa, who has been able to see spirits since she was four years old, will hold a session with the community at 7 p.m. On Oct. 25, join Allendale resident Lou Hinchcliffe for a noon discussion about Beethoven. Attendees are invited to bring their lunch to this program. To register for these programs, call (201) 327-4338. Club to host Masquerade Bash The Allendale Woman’s Club will host a Masquerade Bash on Thursday, Oct. 10 and Friday, Oct. 11 from noon to 9 p.m. This shopping benefit will include bev- erages and appetizers under a tent at The- odora’s Gracious Gifts and Design located at 74 West Allendale Avenue. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed for the occasion. Musical entertainment will be provided by DJ Kyri and Magic Cube Entertainment. Participants may shop for fall wreaths and a large selection of holiday gifts. Theodora’s will donate 20 percent of purchases made during the event to the Allendale Woman’s Club. For more information, visit allendale- womansclub.org. Halloween Poster Contest, Parade set The Allendale Holiday Observers will again sponsor the Annual Halloween Poster Painting Contest and Parade. Children in preschool through eighth grade are invited to the Red Barn in Crest- wood Lake on Saturday, Oct. 12. The barn will be open from 7:30 a.m. to noon and the posters will be displayed later that after- noon in Allendale storefronts. Prizes for the winning posters will be awarded at the Halloween Parade. (Rain date: Oct. 13.) The annual Halloween Parade will be held Oct. 31 in the Brookside School audito- rium. Children in preschool through eighth grade are invited to parade their Halloween costumes at this 7 p.m. event. Prizes will be awarded. After the parade, candy, snacks, drinks, and a light dinner will be served by Allendale Eats. military service members in the North Jersey area who paid the ultimate price since approximately 2001 in the various conflicts in the Middle East. After each name was read, a luminaria was lit by a Boy Scout and a bell was tolled. A photo gallery of 154 military service members who gave their ultimate sacrifice was provided by the Elks and displayed above the luminarias. To conclude the ceremony, American Legion Post 53 member Larry Hanlon played “Taps,” Jim Roth sang “Amazing Grace,” a clergyman offered a prayer, and Paoli thanked everyone for attending.