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| Page 2 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II, III & IV • November 6, 2013 Villadom Happenings District governor to address Rotary Rotary District Governor Len Agrusti will address the Allendale-Saddle River Rotary on Wednesday, Nov. 6. The group will meet at 8 a.m. at Louie’s Place located at 29 West Allendale Avenue in Allendale. Agusti will discuss Rotary activities in the district. Veterans Day ceremony set American Legion Post 53 in Ridgewood invites the community to attend its service in honor of Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. The 11 a.m. service will be held at the flagpole located at Veterans Field and Linwood Avenue. Christmas comes to de Snoep Winkel The de Snoep Winkel Gift Shop and Tea Room at the Christian Health Care Center, 301 Sicomac Avenue in Wyckoff, will hold its annual Christmas Boutique and Open House from 9 to 5 on Nov. 8 and from 10 to 4 on Nov. 9. An assortment of Christmas ornaments, gifts, jewelry, candles, and Delftware will be available for sale. Visitors may enjoy a cup of hot mulled cider, music, and scents while getting a start on their Christmas shopping. The gift shop and tea room now have extended evening hours on Thursdays and Fridays. The shop will be open Monday through Wednesday from 8:30 to 5, Thursday and Friday from 8:30 to 7, and Saturday from 10 to 4. All pro- ceeds from de Snoep Winkel benefit residents, patients, and clients of the CHCC. For details, call (201) 848-5946. Waldwick Band opens Concert Series The Waldwick Band will open its 2013-14 Winter Season Nov. 10 at the Village School, 100 West Prospect Street in Waldwick. The concert will begin at 2:30 p.m. Under the direction of Edmund A. Moderacki, the band will open with its 2013-14 signature piece, J.J. Richards’ “Emblem of Unity.” Moderacki will conduct the ensemble in Gustav Holst’s “Hammersmith,” “Masianello Over- ture” by French composer D.F.E. Auber, and a selection entitled “Irving Berlin Showstoppers.” The program will also include Louis Moreau Gottschalk’s version of “The Star Spangled Banner,” Aaron Copland’s “Variations on a Shaker Tune,” Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Dance of the Tum- blers,” and Richard Rodgers’ “Guadalcanal March from Victory at Sea.” Marches by William Hill and John Phillip Sousa will complete the concert. The band will also perform on Feb. 1, March 16, and May 4, 2014. For more information, visit www.waldwick- band.org. Moms host ‘Support Our Troops Night’ The Mahwah Marine Moms/North Jersey Military Moms invite the community to the seventh annual Support Our Troops Night on Wednesday, Nov. 13. The event will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. at Mahwah Bar & Grill located at 2 Island Road in Mahwah. The restaurant will donate 10 percent of all the food portion of the evening’s dinner bills. The Moms will also be honoring any veterans who attend this event with a certificate of appreciation for their service. The night will feature a special patriotic performance by members of the Harmony Celebration Chorus at 6:30 p.m. At 8 p.m., the winner of the American Flag Quilt will be announced. The beautiful handmade quilt was crafted by and donated to the Moms by Mahwah resident Joan Flan- nigan Clark. The Mahwah Marine Moms/North Jersey Military Moms started in 2006. The group’s mission is to sup- port those who serve by sending a “little bit of home” to deployed troops. To have someone added to the Mom’s shipping list, or to join the Moms, contact mahwahmarinemoms@yahoo. com. Tax-deductible donations to defray the organization’s shipping expenses may be made to Mahwah VFW Post 7124 (MMM). Visit www.mahwahmarinemoms.com for more details. Academy marks golden anniversary The Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Frank- lin Lakes will celebrate the school’s 50 th anniversary with a Grand Class Reunion set for Saturday, Nov. 30. The festivi- ties planned include the Hank Corsale Basketball Tourna- Advancing education Washington School (Wyckoff) students Amanda Vicente with dad Paul Vicente and Nicholas Vitale with grandpa Tom Madigan received dictionaries as part of the Wyckoff/Midland Park Rotary Dictionary Project. All third grade students in Wyckoff and Midland Park received dictionaries as part of this Rotary outreach. ment/Morning Tip Off, an Alumni Mass at 5:30 p.m., and a post-Mass reception. RSVP to www.ambs.org or e-mail ambs50years@gmail.com. Embroiderers’ Guild plans meeting Jack Blumenthal of Lion Brand Yarn will address the Bergen Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America on Monday, Nov. 11. The group will meet at 9:30 a.m. in the Red Barn at the Guardian Angel Church, 320 Franklin Turnpike in Allendale. The public is welcome. Woyce to speak Author and photographer Kevin Woyce will present a lecture on the Palisades to the Woman’s Club of Ridgewood on Wednesday, Nov. 13. Lunch will be served at noon. The cost to attend is $20 for non-members. To make a reserva- tion, call the club office at (201) 444-5705. Holiday House Tour planned Rebuilding Together Bergen County will host a Holi- day House Tour featuring eight beautiful homes located in Mahwah, Upper Saddle River, Saddle River, Wyckoff, and Waldwick on Nov. 12. The tour will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Homes will be decorated for the autumn and winter holidays by the area’s most accomplished and talented designers. There will be homes decorated for Hanukkah, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. There will also be a winter wonderland home. Rooms will be decorated to feature the best in holiday décor. There will be boutique shopping and contest prizes. Contest tickets are $5 each, or three for $10. Christine Nunn, the executive chef of Westwood’s Grange, will sign copies of her newly-released “The Preppy Cook- book” at one of the homes. A three course lunch will be available for $16.95 from noon to 3 p.m. at Savini Restaurant, 168 West Crescent Avenue, or Restaurant L at 9 Franklin Turnpike, both in Allendale. Tickets are $40 per person. House tour tickets may be purchased by check made out to Rebuilding Together Bergen County and mailed with an e-mail address to Judy Morton, 11 Shadow Road, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458. A numbered e- ticket will be sent by e-mail prior to the tour, and will include a tour map. Tickets may also be pur- chased in advance at Theodora’s Gracious Gift and Design, 74 West Allendale Avenue in Allendale. Tickets purchased the day of the event will cost $50. Proceeds from the tour will benefit Rebuilding Together Bergen County, which preserves affordable housing and (continued on page 26) |
| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 3 Mahwah Zoning board denies landlocked lot development by Frank J. McMahon The Mahwah Zoning Board of Adjust- ment has denied an application for per- mission to develop a landlocked lot. The owners had planned to build a single- family residence on the property, which is located in a wooded area west of the Ramapo River and Ramapo Valley Road near the Oakland border. Following a four-and-a-half hour meeting in October, the board voted 6-1 to deny the application based primarily on the board’s finding that the proposed 1,070-foot long driveway access over a 25-foot wide easement across a neigh- bor’s property would not be safe due to the severe slope of the driveway, the difficulty fire trucks would encounter getting to and from the site, the fire pro- tection that would be needed for a home on the site, the damage that might be done to Midvale Mountain Road by the trucks carting soil from the area, and the potential safety of the occupants of any home that might be built on the land- locked lot. Applicants Philip and Julia Filippone have been in a legal battle with their neighbor, James Venusti, since 2007. At that time, the Filippones won the right in Superior Court to an easement over the Venusti property to construct a driveway to provide access from their lot to Midvale Mountain Road, a private road not under the township’s jurisdiction. Judge Robert P. Contillo ruled that they were entitled to the easement across the Venusti prop- erty, but he declared that the easement would expire if all approvals necessary for the construction of a dwelling on the Filippone lot was not received within a four-year period. Contillo ordered that, once all the approvals were received and all appeals resolved, the easement would become permanent. The Filippones had been seeking the zoning board’s determination as to whether they could develop their 3.39- acre undeveloped lot for several years. In 2009, the board began a public hearing that continued for nine months before the board realized it did not have the juris- diction to hear the application due to the Filippones’ faulty notification of the neighbors of the site. The public hearing was stopped and declared null and void. Following a lawsuit in which a Supe- rior Court judge agreed that the Filip- pones’ notice was deficient, the public hearing began anew in early 2012. The applicants again asked the zoning board to confirm that a single-family house could be constructed on their property with a 12-foot wide driveway that would be 1,070 feet long and extend over the 25-foot wide court approved easement. Since then, many experts, and both Venusti and Philip Filppone, have tes- tified about the application. Recently, Mahwah Zoning Board Chairman Charles Rabolli advised the attorneys for both sides that he wanted to bring the public hearing to a close. Venusti had testified about the severe drainage that occurs on his property due to the slopes of the land in that area. He showed the board a video of the water cascading down his driveway to prove his point. He also described the severe icing conditions on his property in the winter. Filippone testified that he bought the landlocked lot in 1973 when the land was zoned for two acres; then the land was rezoned in 1983 to require five acres for development. He said he attempted to obtain an easement from another adjacent property owner, but could not because of a lot coverage issue. He also said he has not offered to purchase land to add to his property or to sell his land to an adjacent property owner, but he has offered to sell his land to Bergen County, which owns parkland adjacent to his property. He also explained he never offered to sell the land to Venusti, but Venusti once made an offer through his attorney to buy the property for $36,000, which was the assessed value of the land at that time. Several Midvale Mountain Road resi- dents testified at the hearing and voiced strong objections to granting the Filip- pones the right to develop their prop- erty due to the potential damage to their homes or properties during the construc- tion, and the potential damage to Mid- vale Mountain Road. |
| Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • November 6, 2013 Mahwah Scholarship benefit drew over 160 participants The Second Annual Lt. Patrick Roe Scholarship Ben- efit Poker Run drew over 160 bikers and passengers, who enjoyed a scenic ride on a beautiful fall day while support- ing a great cause. This event is sponsored by the Mahwah Fire Department. “The increased number of participants helped us real- ize the magnitude of support we receive for such a worthy cause,” said firefighter Pam Droz. “We are proud to say (continued on page 20) A scene from this year’s scholarship fundraiser. |
| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 5 Ramsey Airmount Woods development now officially open Residents, including Michael Olivero, who led the pledge of allegiance at the ribbon cutting, will receive on-site services suited to their needs. “The Borough of Ramsey is proud to have served as a catalyst for expanded opportunities that meet the housing needs of people with autism,” Mayor Botta wrote in the event program. “Airmount Woods is ‘purpose built,’ that is, built specifically to provide affordable housing that supports the needs of individuals severely affected by autism and is among the first in the county to be built with public funds. “In doing so, we have brought together a unique mix of partners and resources who Ramsey Mayor Christopher Botta (holding scissors) and a host of other dignitaries at the ribbon cutting for Airmount Woods. Airmount Woods, a publicly funded and purpose-built housing development for adults with autism, is now open in Ramsey. Gina Plotino from Bergen County’s United Way, Ramsey Mayor Christopher Botta, and Bergen County Executive Kath- leen Donovan, joined the members of the Ramsey Housing Inc. and future Airmount Woods residents and their families at the Oct. 25 ribbon cutting ceremony. The 6,000 square foot property located at 180 Airmount Avenue will be home to eight young adults on the autism spectrum. have turned a compelling idea into a mean- ingful solution. Our heartfelt thanks go out to the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities and Bergen County’s United Way for their investments, and to the BCUW/Madeline Partnership, Virgona & Virgona Architects, Reduce Construction Corporation, and new Hori- zons in Autism for their expertise.” The housing complex was designed to provide homes that meet the needs of each resident and impart a sense of stability and comfort. A special feature of Airmount Woods is the Sensory Room, which is (continued on page 10) |
| Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • November 6, 2013 Area Community invited to tour Skylands Manor Skylands Manor (Photo courtesy of NJBG.) Wyckoff wins top AAA safety award Wyckoff has won the highest possible award for traffic safety from the Automobile Association of America’s North Jersey Chapter for the eighth time in the past 10 years. The township was one of only 10 municipalities in Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic counties to receive the Award of Excellence this autumn, according to Wyckoff Police Chief Benjamin Fox. Chief Fox said Wyckoff truly believes in the “three Es” of traffic safety: education, enforcement, and engineering. The township’s safety programs include police offi- cers talking to school children and to senior citizens about pedestrian safety, and demonstrations by bicycle patrol officers at the schools. The police host an annual Safety Town at each school and introduce the children to AAA’s Otto the Auto, which dispenses advice in a memorable way. The police also e-mail a letter to the parents of school chil- dren reminding them that they must yield to pedestrians. J. KOSTER Guided tours of the ground floor of historic Skylands Manor at the New Jersey State Botanical Garden will be available on Sunday, Nov. 10 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sky- lands Manor and the NJBG are located off Morris Road in Ringwood. The 45-minute guided tours will be led by NJBG docents and will include information concerning the manor’s his- tory and architecture. The tours are being sponsored by the NJBG/Skylands Association, the non-profit member sup- port organization that works with the state to preserve the gardens. From Dec. 5 through 8, NJBG will hold its 25 th Annual Holiday Open House. This event will include tours of the manor brimming with holiday decorations. This Silver Jubilee promises to be an extraordinary extravaganza of holiday spirit. Open House hours will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day of the Silver Jubilee. Skylands Manor, a Tudor Revival mansion, was con- structed in the early 20th century for Clarence McKenzie Lewis by renowned architect John Russell Pope. Pope also designed many outstanding private buildings, including the Jefferson Memorial and National Gallery of Art, both of which are located in Washington, D.C. Among Skylands Manor’s many attractions are a remarkable collection of antique stained glass medallions set in leaded windows, including pieces from 16th century Bavarian and Swiss sites. The lanterns, electrical fixtures, lamps, spiral stair- case rail, and gate were fashioned by Samuel Yellin, who led the American revival of the use of iron as decorative art. The suggested donations for house tours are $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and students ages 13 through 18, $3 for children ages six through 12, and free for children under age six. Since 1976, The NJBG/Skylands Association, an incor- porated, member-supported non-profit organization of vol- unteers, has been working with the state to preserve and protect NJBG/Skylands and its historic structures. The New Jersey State Botanical Garden at Skylands, which appears on both the State and National Registers of Historic Places, is open from 8 to 8 every day of the year. Admission to the garden is always free. Summer parking is free on weekdays, and $5 per car on summer weekends and holidays (Memorial Day through Labor Day). For an event schedule, membership brochure, direc- tions, or more information, call (973) 962-9534 or visit www.njbg.org. |
| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 7 Mahwah Contract for curb ramp project receives approval by Frank J. McMahon The Mahwah Council has approved a $7,500 contract with Boswell McClave Engineering to provide the design engi- neering services for the construction of curb ramps in the township. Michael Kelly, the township’s profes- sional engineer, recently advised the coun- cil that Bergen County plans to construct Americans with Disability Act compliant curb ramps on several township roads next year and will reimburse Mahwah for all design, construction, and inspection costs. According to Kelly, plans call for the installation of ramps on Island Road, East Ramapo Avenue, and West Ramapo Avenue, all of which are county roads. A contractor has been selected. He explained that the county plans to install 60 ADA compliant ramps at 23 loca- tions on those roads in the spring of 2014, and will repave those roads next summer. Council President Harry Williams pointed out that those roads are heavily trav- eled and he voiced concern that the work might be disruptive if it is done during the time the township’s schools are in session. Kelly said the police would provide traf- fic direction during that time, and the ramp project should not disrupt traffic or cause more than a minor inconvenience. He said the paving will be done in the summer when school is not in session. Curb ramps are required under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 because it is often difficult or impossible for a person using a wheelchair, scooter, walker, or other mobility device to cross a street if the sidewalk on either side of the street ends without a curb ramp. The act points out that, if ramps are not provided, those individuals are forced to make diffi- cult choices. They can stay home, or they can risk their safety by using their wheel- chairs, scooters, or walkers to travel along- side cars and other vehicles in the streets. According to the ADA, curb ramps must be provided wherever a sidewalk or other pedestrian walkway crosses a curb. Ramps must be placed to enable a person with a mobility disability to travel from a sidewalk on one side of the street, over or through any curbs or traffic islands, to the sidewalk on the other side. The act points out that walkways include areas where people must walk to access bus stops and other public transportation stops, so, where necessary, curb ramps must be provided to enable people with disabilities to board and exit public transportation. A curb ramp is a short ramp cutting through a curb or built up to it. If designed and constructed to be accessible, a curb ramp provides an accessible route that people with disabilities can use to safely transition from a roadway to a curbed side- walk and vice versa. |
| Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • November 6, 2013 Villadom Socials Kristen Kamp sets summer date Russ and Laurie Kamp of Midland Park have announced the engagement of their daughter, Kristen, to Pierce Pahlow, son of Brian and Diane Pahlow of Pilesgrove. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Loyola University Maryland and received her master’s in school psychology from Columbia University. Her fiancé, also a graduate of Loyola, is employed by Morgan Stanley in New York. An August 2014 wedding is planned. Courtney Haan plans ‘14 wedding Susan Traina engaged to wed Teri Traina of Ramsey and Paul Traina of Cave Creek, Arizona have announced the engagement of their daugh- ter Susan to John Charles Malone, son of Bud and Mary Malone of Frenchtown. The bride-to-be is a 2009 graduate of the University of Notre Dame. She will graduate from Rutgers School of Law in Newark in May 2014. Her fiancé is a 2003 graduate of Rutgers University and earned a MBA from the University of Notre Dame in 2009. He is a senior consultant with Gartner, Inc. Doug and Sandi Haan of Midland Park have announced the engagement of their daughter Courtney to Griffin Kutcha, son of Ken and Bobbe Kutcha of Midland Park. The bride-to-be is a 2007 graduate of Midland Park High School. She graduated magna cum laude from Eastern University and works as the office manager at All Things Media, LLC in Mahwah. Her fiancé, also a 2007 graduate of Midland Park High School, graduated from Delaware Valley College. He is the owner of TerraTech Landscape Design, LLC and is a land- scape designer and assistant manager at Greenland Land- scape Company in Paramus. An August 2014 wedding is planned. Allens celebrate 65 th Anniversary Harold and BettyJoyce Allen celebrated their 65 th wed- ding anniversary on Aug. 21 at their home in Wyckoff. Joining them for the celebration were their daughters Gail Allen Costabile and Cherlynn Allen Lord and Cher- lynn’s husband Rick Lord, and their grandchildren Jenni- fer Costabile Escolano, Don Escolano, Jessica Lord-Vogel, Mark Vogel, and Julian Lord. Also in attendance were great-grandchildren Kailey Vogel, Lindsey Vogel, and Gavin Escolano; and the Allens’ nephew Jack Polhemus, and his wife Gail. |
| Mahwah November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 9 Township regulates storm drains and Dumpsters by Frank J. McMahon The Mahwah Township Council has adopted two ordi- nances to regulate the retrofitting of storm drain inlets, refuse containers, and Dumpsters. According to Mahwah Township Administrator Brian Campion, the need for the storm drain ordinance became apparent during a recent annual inspection by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. At that time, the township was advised that an ordinance had to be in place in order to comply with the state’s storm water management regulations, which aim to protect public health, safety, and welfare. Campion told the council that the refuse container and Dumpster ordinance requires those containers to be covered at all times to prevent spilling and to make sure they do not leak. He pointed out that homeowners’ trash containers are exempt from the ordinance. The storm drain ordinance requires the retrofitting of exist- Clothing available The Clothing Closet Ministry at the Ramapo Reformed Church has free seasonal clothing available for infants, children, and adults. Items include a variety of sweaters, coats, jackets, shirts, jeans, dresses, sneakers, shoes, and more. For a referral, call the Mahwah Township Depart- ment of Human Services at (201) 529-5757. Mahwah resi- dency is not required. An appointment will be made with the volunteers of the Clothing Closet. The thrift shop is located at the rear of the education building of the church located at the corner of Island Road and West Ramapo Road in Mahwah. Donations of seasonal clothing are accepted on Wednes- days from 9:30 a.m. to noon. ing storm drain inlets that are in direct contact with repav- ing, repairing, reconstruction, or resurfacing or alterations of facilities on private property in order to prevent the discharge of solids and floatables (such as plastic bottles, cans, food wrappers, and other litter) into the municipal storm sewer system operated by the township. The ordinance prohibits any person in control of private property, except a residential lot with one single-family house, from authorizing the repaving, repairing, resurfacing, reconstructing, or altering any surface, excluding the repair of individual potholes, that is in direct contact with an exist- ing storm drain inlet on that property unless the inlet already meets the New Jersey Department of Transportation design standard for a bicycle safe grate or one that has an area of no more than seven square inches, or is no greater than five inches across the smallest dimension to control passage of solid and floatable materials. When design engineers use a curb-opening inlet, the clear space in that curb opening (or each individual clear space, if the curb opening has two or more clear spaces) shall have an area of no more than seven square inches, or be no greater than two inches across the smallest dimension. These standards do not apply when the municipal engi- neer agrees this standard would cause inadequate hydraulic performance that could not practicably be overcome by using additional or larger storm drain inlets that must meet other standards. The ordinance regulating refuse containers and Dump- sters amends the township code to require Dumpsters and other refuse containers that are outdoors or exposed to storm water to be covered at all times. The measure prohibits the spilling, dumping, leaking, or other discharge of liquids, semi- liquids, or solids from the containers to the municipal sepa- rate storm sewer system operated by the township and/or the waters of the state, such as streams and surface or ground water, so as to protect public health, safety, and welfare. Under this ordinance, any person who controls, whether owned, leased, or operated, a refuse container or Dumpster must ensure that such receptacle is covered at all times and must prevent refuse from spilling out, overflowing, or leak- ing. This ordinance includes several exemptions, such as permitted temporary demolition containers or litter recep- tacles, homeowners’ trash and recycling containers, refuse containers at facilities authorized to discharge storm water under a valid storm water management permit, or large bulky items such as furniture, bound carpet and padding, and white goods placed curbside for pickup. Both of these ordinances will be enforced by the town- ship’s property maintenance officer or the township engi- neer. |
| Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • November 6, 2013 Airmount Woods (continued from page 5) described as an oasis of calm that will foster healthful and positive behavioral change, increase focus and attention, and increase self-esteem and well-being. In addition to Mayor Botta, the trustees of Ramsey Housing, Inc. include Mary Connolly, Ken Gubala, the Hon. Paul Huot, and Barbara Smith. Project partners include Ramsey Housing, New Horizons in Autism, Virgona & Virgona Architects, Reduce Construction Corporation, Conklin Associates, and BCUW/Madeline Partnership. Architect James Virgona’s design includes two build- ings attached by a breezeway. Each building contains four private housing units, common areas, and space for staff members, although no service providers will reside at the premises. The property will feature 24-hour supervised care by New Horizons in Autism, Inc., which will also provide programming services at the residence and will arrange for off-site services and activities. Residents will also be able to attend vocational programs suited to their abilities. This project was spearheaded by Ramsey Housing, Inc., the non-profit corporation created and formed by Ramsey residents to oversee the development. The Borough of Ramsey transferred ownership of the site to RHI for this development and the operation of the residence. The project, which cost approximately $1.6 million, is being funded by various sources. The prop- erty acquisition cost to the Borough of Ramsey of nearly $900,000 has been reimbursed from the Borough’s Afford- able Housing Trust Fund, and an $800,000 development contribution has been made to RHI from this trust fund. The fund was created through past fees on commercial and residential development in Ramsey pursuant to COAH regulations. The New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, established under the New Jersey Department of Commu- nity Affairs, helped fund the project through a restricted mortgage. Funding was also provided by the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities, and BCUW. Left: James Olivero and his brother Michael. Right: A view of Airmount Woods. |
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| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 13 Peanut butter can be savory and healthy Peanut butter is often associated with school day sand- wiches and sweet desserts, but peanut butter is not just for school lunch anymore. Though it is a high-calorie food, peanut butter boasts many health benefits and can be added to recipes for a nutritional boost. Many of the calories in peanut butter come from fat, but the majority of the fats in peanut butter are monounsaturated and have been shown to improve cho- lesterol by lowering low-density lipoprotein, often referred to as “bad” cholesterol, in the blood. Furthermore, peanut butter contains polyunsaturated fats that can help raise high-density lipoprotein, or “good” cholesterol. As a result, when eaten in moderation, peanut butter may help reduce risk of cardiovascular disease. Peanuts are high in fiber and are an excellent source of protein. Vegetarians and those who do not include much meat in their diets may find that peanut butter, which includes eight grams of protein in every two-tablespoon serving, is a great way to consume their daily recom- mended amounts of protein. When preparing foods, choose a peanut butter that is as unprocessed as possible. The fewer the ingredients the better the health benefits. Some brands will include trans- fats and additional oils that can negate some of the natural health benefits. Read labels and look for a container that lists only ground peanuts and possibly trace amounts of salt for flavoring. The National Peanut Board touts the benefits of peanuts and has a number of different recipes available on its web- site, www.nationalpeanutboard.org. Here is a savory dish that can be served for dinner when the temperatures dip. Baked Pork Chops with a Spicy Peanut Glaze 2 pork chops, fat trimmed 2 tablespoons cooking oil 2 tablespoons natural creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons milk (or non-dairy substitute) Tablespoon white vinegar 2 teaspoons chili powder teaspoon salt (1/4 teaspoon if the peanut butter is already salted) Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a pan with aluminum foil, place the pork chops on the pan and drizzle with the cook- ing oil to coat. Make sure the oil covers the whole pork chop to prevent burning. When the oven is preheated, put in the pork chops and bake them for 30 minutes. While the pork chops are cooking, combine the peanut butter, chili powder, vinegar, milk, and salt in a small dish; whisk together to emulsify. Remove pork chops from the oven and evenly distrib- ute the sauce between both chops, brushing on in an even layer. Put the pork chops back in the oven for 10 more minutes to finish cooking and to allow the sauce to thicken. |
| Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • November 6, 2013 Health coach: Get grounded before the holidays As days grow shorter and the holiday season approaches, life can get even more hectic and scattered than normal. This is an important time of year to get grounded before the bustle starts. Health Coach Eva Conover, AADP, owner of Eva’s Fresh, LLC, recommends that individuals create a solid foundation that will allow them to feel safe, protected, and capable of handling whatever life brings. “One way to do that is to incorporate more grounding foods into your diet,” Conover said. “Luckily, that falls right into place with seasonal eating as many of the grounding foods are prevalent this time of year.” What is a grounding food? Root vegetables, such as carrots, beets, turnips, potatoes, radishes, onions, and garlic are grounding foods. They are rooted in the earth and are grounded themselves. “Root vegetables tend to be solid, strong, durable, and long lasting,” Conover explained. “When we think about any veg- etable, the roots are its anchor, its support, and its source of nourishment. Root vegeta- bles lend these properties to us when we eat them. They can help us to feel physically and mentally grounded and rooted, increas- ing our stability, stamina and endurance.” Conover points out that root vegetables are rich sources of nutritious complex car- bohydrates, and provide a steady source of necessary sugars to the body. Unlike refined sweetened foods that upset blood sugar levels, these complex carbs help to keep blood sugar at a more even level. “Roots also absorb, assimilate, and supply the plants with vital nutrients, and when eaten, can likewise increase absorp- tion and assimilation in our digestive tracts,” she continued. “Long roots, like burdock, carrots, parsnips, and daikon radish, are excellent blood purifiers and can help improve circulation in the body and increase mental clarity. Round roots, like turnips, radishes, beets, and rutabagas, are nourishing to the stomach, spleen, pan- creas, and reproductive organs and they can help regulate blood sugar and moods, and alleviate cravings.” Grounding vegetables include beets, carrots, celery root, daikon radish, horse- radish, ginger, leeks, onions, parsnips, potatoes, radishes, rutabaga, shallots, tur- nips, wasabi, yams, and yucca. “Other foods that may make us feel more grounded are proteins,” Conover added. “Amino acids are the building blocks of pro- teins, which in turn are the building blocks of our cells, muscles, bones, and support- ing structures. Of the 20-plus amino acids, eight are considered essential. Animal pro- teins are the best source of these, but they can also be found in vegetables sources such as legumes, nuts, and seeds at a lower quantity.” As winter approaches, Conover urges everyone to remember that several foods can boost the immune system, including garlic, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, leafy greens, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, citrus fruits, almonds, berries, and tea. “My suggestion: Make a soup, stew, or sauté of a nice mix of immune boosting and grounding foods, and see if you notice a difference. You may just find yourself a bit more relaxed, rooted, and nourished,” Conover concluded. For more information, visit www.evas- fresh.com or call (201) 912-5547. |
| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 15 Simple steps to help make schools healthier (MS) -- Because children spend most of their time in classrooms, schools are an ideal setting for healthy behaviors to be taught and modeled. Therefore, parents are speaking up and getting involved in an effort to improve the health of their chil- dren at schools. One Washington, D.C. mother of two students at Roots Charter School recog- nized the need for her children’s school to incorporate more physical activities into the day. “The obesity rate among children is at an all-time high, so getting our kids to be active is more crucial than ever,” said Michelle Jones. “I want to make sure my children live their lives to the fullest, and getting exercise can help them do that.” Jones banded together with other par- ents to form an advisory council that works with local schools to host events focusing on health and wellness. Activities like yoga, Zumba, and healthy eating inspire students, parents, and community members to be physically active and make healthier food choices. Other schools are making healthy changes through programs with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which supports communities across the coun- try by making healthy living easier where people live, work, learn, and play. Through help from the CDC, com- munities all over the country are making improvements. A New York City School District made 800,000 daily meals health- ier by ensuring that foods and drinks meet certain standards for sodium, fat, and calories. A school district in Las Cruces, New Mexico has opened physical activity space to the community during after-school hours. Such improvements can help prevent obesity -- a serious and growing public health concern that increases an individ- ual’s chance of type 2 diabetes, heart dis- ease, several types of cancer, and other health problems. Eating well and participating in regular physical activity not only has health ben- efits, but they also have been linked with better academic achievement by enhanc- ing important skills like concentration and attentiveness. For example, students who eat foods rich in protein, vitamins, and min- erals are more likely to perform better than students whose diets are heavy in unhealthy foods, like sweets and fried foods. Although changes are already being made in some schools around the country, more can be accomplished. To support healthy schools, parents can recommend ways to increase physical activity during the day and ask that healthy food and drink options be made available to students throughout the school day. For example: • Ask that water be made available throughout the day. • Encourage teachers and administrators to reward kids with extra recess, fun pen- cils and erasers, or time for a special game, rather than with sweet treats. • Encourage students to sign up for after- school sports, running clubs, and other physical activity opportunities offered by the school. If necessary, volunteer to lead such activities. • Talk with neighbors about forming a walking school bus and take turns walk- ing with groups of children to and from school. • Support safe walking and biking routes to school if the community does not already have them. Parents can learn more about improving health in their local schools and communi- ties at www.MakingHealthEasier.org. |
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| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 17 Try to choose lighter fare this Thanksgiving Statistics indicate the average Thanks- giving dinner exceeds 3,000 calories -- more calories than a person should eat in an entire day. Many people admit to indulg- ing in bigger portions and more fattening foods come the holiday season, but choos- ing some lighter fare this Thanksgiving can make the holiday meal healthier without sacrificing taste. Although there are staples of Thanks- giving dinner, many low-calorie foods can be included to make the meal healthier. The following are a few healthy substitutions or alterations holiday hosts can make when preparing their Thanksgiving feasts. Trim down the turkey. Play up the main course with aromatic seasonings or unex- pected flavors. Use garlic, olive oil, and basil to add a boost of flavor to turkey with- out having to rely on butter or salt. Marinate the bird with lemon juice and citrus marma- lade for a sweet, pungent flavor. Consider omitting the bread stuffing and making a stew of roasted root vegetables instead. Opt for turkey breast. White meat of a turkey tends to have less fat and calories than the darker cuts. Serve turkey breasts only, which will not only cut down on calo- ries, but also on the amount of time needed to cook the meal. Make homemade cranberry sauce. Taking the time to make your own cran- berry sauce means you can control the ingredients. Cut down on the amount of sugar used in the recipe or substitute honey or molasses. Reduce the number of courses. Thanks- giving dinner often features multiple courses. Extra courses can be expensive, but such massive spreads also lead many people to overeat. Stick to two or three courses, and chances are guests will not miss the extra food. Choose whole-grain breads. Sliced whole-grain breads or rolls paired with an olive tapenade will be flavorful and such breads are healthier than white bread and butter. Use herbs to flavor vegetables. Vegeta- bles grilled or sautéed with fresh herbs may be so flavorful they will not need added dressings that tend to be rich or cream- or butter-based. Have a wide variety of veg- etable side dishes available so guests can fill up on healthier fare rather than more calorie-dense items. Serve low- or no-calorie drinks. Bever- ages can add a substantial amount of calo- ries to Thanksgiving meals. Give guests the option of sparkling water or even diluted cider so they are not filling up on sugary sodas or other high-calorie beverages. Serve fresh fruit for dessert. Create a fresh fruit salad that can be served in lieu of fatty cakes and pastries. Include other activities. Do not make the meal the centerpiece of the celebration. Planning activities, such as a game of foot- ball in the yard or a walk around the neigh- borhood, places less emphasis on eating while giving guests the opportunity to burn off some of their meal. |
| Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • November 6, 2013 Make smart food choices when wearing braces Getting braces is a rite of passage for many children. The American Association of Orthodontics estimates more than 3.5 million children ages eight to 17 wear braces in a given year. While some children cannot wait to get braces to correct problems with crooked teeth, others are a bit nervous about the experience. When braces are in place, it helps to know the dos and don’ts of maintaining braces, including which foods can be comfortably eaten and which should be avoided. Braces use a series of brackets and wires to treat maloc- clusion, a Latin term that translates to “bad bite.” The wires used today are smaller and stronger than they used to be, which has helped to shorten the length of time that braces may need to be worn. There also are braces that can be worn behind the teeth or are the same color as the teeth, minimizing the appear- ance of the braces. Many brackets are cemented to the teeth with an imper- manent product that is designed to be durable while the braces are worn. When the braces need to be removed, the cement is scraped off, leaving no damage to the teeth. But it doesn’t take much force to remove these brackets from the teeth, necessitating repairs. Certain foods can break brackets or bend wires, while others can get stuck in rubber bands used when wearing braces. Monitoring diet can prolong the life of the braces and shorten the amount of time they need to be worn. Hard foods, such as nuts, ice cubes, apples, and crunchy crusts, can damage the fragile components of the braces. Sticky foods, such as caramel, gummy candies, gum, and taffy, can pull apart braces or get wrapped around the hard- ware, making for a difficult time cleaning the teeth. Simi- larly, sweet foods, including some fruits that are high in sugar, can feed bacteria on the teeth. Braces make it more difficult to clean the teeth effectively, so consuming exces- sive amounts of sugar may result in decay. Small foods also can become lodged in between brack- ets and wires. When such foods are not removed, they can promote bacteria growth and cavities. It is important to maintain scheduled professional dental cleanings when you are wearing braces. Regular brushing and using small devices designed to get into the crevices created by the braces can help keep teeth clean. When eating, cut foods into bite-sized pieces to avoid having to bite down into them. Many foods, such as chicken wings, ribs, or corn on the cob, can be enjoyed by those wearing braces so long as they are eaten with a fork. Apples also can be sliced and eaten. Here are the foods that those with braces may want to avoid: • Hard pizza crust • Popcorn • Bagels • Hard candies • Chips and other crunchy snacks • Peanut brittle • Nuts • Raw carrots • Pretzels • Candy • Gum • Beef jerky • Hard tacos • Soda and sugary soft drinks Some people wear braces for a few months, while others must wear them for a few years. Keeping teeth clean and avoiding problem foods promotes dental health and makes maintenance easier. |
| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 19 Ramsey Review Gardeners to learn about amaryllis Pat Czarnecki will address the Ramsey Area and Wyckoff garden clubs on Tuesday, Nov. 12. The club will meet at 6:45 p.m. at the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 55 Wyckoff Avenue in Ramsey. A registered therapist, Czarnecki teaches horticultural therapy at the New York Botanical Garden. Her discussion will include facts about the potting and care of amaryllis. She holds a master’s degree in business from San Francisco State University. Call Joan Tommaney at (201) 327-8968. Casino Night & Roaring ‘20s Event set On Saturday, Nov. 16, Saint Paul Interparochial School will hold its annual Casino Night and Roaring ‘20s Event! The event will be held in the gym at Saint Paul’s School at 187 Wyckoff Avenue. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and the games will begin at 7 p.m. The evening will includes hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer, a basket fundraiser, auction and casino games, and prizes. Tickets purchased in advance are $60 each and include one $25 game chip. Tickets purchased at the door will be $70. Contact Nicole Marian at MarianHome@verizon.net for tickets and information. Proceeds will benefit Saint Paul Interparochial School. Club to discuss ‘Elizabeth Street’ Connections Book Group at the First Presbyterian Church in Ramsey will discuss Laurie Fabiano’s “Eliza- beth Street” on Wednesday, Nov. 20. The group will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the Metzger Room. Fabiano offers an entranc- ing story of the Italian immigrant experience at the begin- ning of the 20 th century. Copies of the book are available at the Ramsey Public Library at 30 Wyckoff Avenue. All are welcome. Old-fashioned Holiday Fair set Saint John’s Memorial Episcopal Church, located at the corner of Main Street and Franklin Turnpike in Ramsey, will host an old-fashioned Holiday Fair on Friday, Nov. 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A donation of $7 is requested of Friday night attendees. The fair will feature unique handmade crafts, gourmet foods, theme baskets, one-of-a-kind jewelry, tabletop holi- day trees, a special auction, and more. There will be special activities and shopping for children. For more information, call (201) 327-0703 or visit www. stjohnsramsey.org. Teens invited to make snacks Ramsey students in grades six and up are invited to “Kitchen Simple,” at the next Teen Café at the Ramsey Public Library. This make your own snack program will be held on Friday, Nov. 15 from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m. Regis- ter online at www.ramseylibrary.org under teen events. For more information, call (201) 327-1445 or e-mail ellen. okeefe@bccls.org. The library is located at 30 Wyckoff Avenue. Recital, education program announced The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, located at 55 Wyckoff Avenue in Ramsey, will host an organ recital on Sunday, Nov. 24 at 4 p.m. Guy Dobson will perform music featuring songs of thankfulness and praise. The concert is free and open to the public. On Nov. 25 at 7:30 p.m., the church will hold an adult education session that will include a conversation on the Reverend Nadia Bolz-Weber’s book “Pastrix: The Cranky, Beautiful Faith of a Sinner & Saint.” Bolz-Weber is a Lutheran pastor in Colorado. Those who plan to attend are encouraged to read the book prior to the discussion. Call (201) 327-0148, e-mail office@redeemerramsey. org, or visit redeemerramsey.org. Register for the New Park ‘N Play Registration for The New Park ‘N Play’s 19 th season is under way. The New Park ‘N Play will begin Nov. 18 and will remain open through Feb. 20, 2014. The fee for the season is $150 per family. This non-profit organization run by volunteer parents provides a creative indoor play center for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The center is located at 15 Shuart Lane in Ramsey (inside the First Presbyterian Church). For more information, visit www.thenewparknplay.com, e-mail info@thenewparknplay.com, or call (201) 760-8767. UNICO sets Charity di Vino The Greater Ramsey UNICO will host its Charity di Vino on Thursday, Nov. 14. The event will be held from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the Park Ridge Marriott in Park Ridge. In addition to the tasting, the evening will feature hors d’oeuvres, pasta stations, imported and domestic cheeses, Italian pastries, and a special auction. Sponsorship oppor- tunities are available. Tickets are $75 when purchased in advance. At the door, tickets will be $90. Those who purchase five tickets will receive a sixth ticket at no cost. To purchase tickets, visit www.grunico.org. Proceeds will benefit UNICO’s local charities, including the Center for Food Action, Meals on Wheels, Meaningful Movements, and Hearts and Crafts Grief Counseling. Comedy Night benefit set The Ramsey Junior Football Association will hold a Comedy Night fundraiser featuring Paul Venier, “The One Man Comedy Tornado,” on Friday, Nov. 15. This event will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 48 Mechanic Street in Ramsey. The doors will open at 7 p.m. and the show will begin at 8 p.m. The event features dinner, beer, wine, soda, dessert, and coffee. There will also be a cash prize contest and prize basket fundraiser. Tickets are $55 per person when pur- chased in advance. The price will be $60 at the door. The number of tickets is limited. For tickets, e-mail mary@ramseyfootball.com or call (201) 818-4060. For more information, and to view the prizes, visit www.ramseyfootball.com. Thanksgiving Food Drive announced On Friday, Nov. 22, Ramsey Responds will hold its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive to provide food and gift cards to community members in need. Food donations may be brought to the Senior Citizen Center in Ramsey’s Finch Park from 2 to 4 p.m. Anyone who cannot make the 2 to 4 p.m. drop off schedule may call Cathy at (201) 661-3122. |
| Page 20 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • November 6, 2013 Is voting relevant? The temptation not to go out and vote is always with us. One fall, when a school district had a referendum, the staff members were delighted because a raw, rainy Novem- ber day conjured up the hope that senior voters would stay home while parents with school-age children would brave the weather and approve the bonding so the kids could enjoy a private-quality education at public expense. There is, of course, a flip side. People who care enough about their kids to support a first-rate school system are generally educated people with money, which can mean a modicum of intelligence and self-control. The kids are kept busy enough with homework, sports, and clubs so they have minimal time to loiter and get into trouble. There actually is a fringe benefit for older folks to having quality schools that transcends the fantasy that good teachers and lots of technology can expand IQs. The schools around here work, in most cases really well, because of the kind of people they attract. Barring school violence or drug abuse, most of these kids would do well in any school, but just any school would not attract the kind of parents who care. In most towns, the school budget vote no longer belongs to the voters. The state now allows districts that move their school board elections to the date of the general election in November to skip a budget vote as long as the spend- ing plan remains within the state-mandated cap, which is currently two percent. Residents are stuck with last year’s budget plus two percent unless the school board wants to take a wild fling and cater to the fantasy that computers can improve IQs as reliably as a sensible diet, weight lifting, and running develop strong, healthy bodies. IQ is intrinsic and there are no vitamins or exercises that improve it. If parents want to believe IQ can be improved by great teaching and state-of-the-art computers, some of them may vote for a 10 percent school tax increase or approve more bonding and hope for a storm that keeps older people home, but does not short-circuit the electricity to the voting machines. The fact that most towns no longer have a shot at voting on a school budget is one more reason to roll over and go back to sleep or to go straight to and from work on Election Day. Dare we take that option? If people get out of the habit of voting because the single most important fiscal vote is no longer under their control, will they get out of the habit of voting in elections where they might change something for the better? They might, but the chances of having a choice are slim. Most Americans no longer smoke. Most people who do not smoke want cigarette production curtailed because the clear evidence that smoking causes cancer and contributes to heart disease means every smoker is a liability to the insurance portfolio of the entire community. People who take care of themselves may ask why they should pay for health care for people who smoke, drink excessively, eat red meat at every meal, or neglect any exercise. Many people desperately want gun control to the point of abrogating the Second Amendment. Many others want to be able to buy a handgun in a hardware store by flash- ing a driver’s license. Neither of these options makes sense. People who live in isolated areas or engage in high-risk jobs need firearms for their protection. However, a free flow of firearms to headstrong youngsters and obvious psychotics is a genuine menace to public health, though perhaps not vaguely comparable to drunk driving, habitual speeding, or cigarette smoking. That issue has also been taken out of the voters’ hands. The sort of money that manufacturers pay to the government for the right to manufacture guns, like the excise taxes paid on cigarettes, renders the gun manufacturers and the cigarette manufacturers politically bullet-proof. Do you still support the war in Afghanistan? Did you support the war in Iraq? I am not talking about showing respect for the Americans who were brave enough to serve, or wanting to make sure that those were wounded or psy- chologically disrupted receive the care they need. I mean do you believe we should still have troops there? I think most Americans do not. I think the troops are still there. This shows the power that public opinion has in the United States. Even the veterans’ groups disagreed with bombing Syria. They were right. If a candidate who promised to pull our forces back to the countries where they are actually wanted -- and gradu- ally back to the continental United States -- were to run for office, he or she would probably carry a majority vote of those people who are not heavily invested overseas. If the United States still had a draft, which I never want to see again, that peaceful candidate would probably capture the youth vote with ease. A couple of people I knew from col- lege volunteered, some accepted being drafted, and many pulled every string they could to get out of serving at all. However, such a candidate will never get the kind of fund- ing now needed to carry a national election because the people with strong commitments to priorities most other Americans do not share are very often the biggest cam- paign contributors. Does anybody fail to understand that the minimum wage is an absurdity? They should try living on it. Yet one party is heavily funded by people who think Americans can live on $7.25 an hour. We are now producing more college graduates than we are ever likely to need, and enormous government subsidies to education beyond high school are producing a future demographic superabundance of nominally edu- cated people who will be faced with trying to subsist on the minimum wage. The other party, or large elements therein, cannot be budged from the idea that making every Ameri- can a college graduate will somehow make us a stronger, happier nation. Lastly, the ultimate fantasy is that we can somehow vote our way back to the kind of prosperity we enjoyed from the 1950s through the first decade of the present century. Our prosperity in those days had a brutally simple explanation: Two of the world’s great manufacturing powers, Japan and Germany, had been bombed into rubble; two of the others, Britain and France, were in an end-cycle as major powers that began with their catastrophic losses and huge indebt- edness from World War I and continued through World War II. The last two players, Russia and China, were stuck with an economic system where brutal governments and foolish economic theories discouraged sensible politics and economics. That slate was wiped clean a decade before the century ended when the Soviet Union mercifully collapsed and China verged away from communism. The United States now has competitors all over the globe who make most of the stuff we make, but they do it better or cheaper. We will not vote them out of existence at will. While some people in these countries focus on conspicu- ous consumption as Americans did in the 1950s and 1960s, more of them focus on cultivating a viable lifestyle for their citizens that does not involve multiple cars per family, daily consumption of red meat, air conditioning outside hospi- tals, or college for people who do not belong there. China is so much bigger than we are that China’s Number Two status was inevitable. Japan has about a third of our population with an aging work force and is still Number Three. Germany, which has a smaller population than Japan and an aging work force, is Number Four in export goods. South Korea, incidentally, now has a higher per capita income and a higher standard of living than the United States. We will not vote ourselves back to an exclusive control of the world’s heavy manufac- turing. Why vote at all? Voting is a good habit to maintain. At the local level, you can still send the elected officials a message about your concerns. On the national level, you can investigate which politicians were responsible for the shutdown absurdity, and show them what you think -- and that you are still capable of thinking. I think they need to know that. Letters to the Editor Candidate promises to offer energy, non-partisanship, dedication Dear Editor: As a candidate for Mahwah Township Council, permit me to offer you three reasons to vote for me next week. First, I am action-oriented. As a member of the Mahwah Environmental Commission for nearly three years, I recently project managed the first annual Mahwah Parks Day. I have written several articles for our town newsletter and for our master plan. I am presently working on Mah- wah’s Sustainable Jersey certification. I have experience lobbying in Trenton, so I know how to gather divergent views and make decisions based on the consensus opinion. Secondly, I am the least partisan candidate. Mahwah’s invisible politics is one of two factions, those with “Team Laforet” and those opposed. I like Mayor Laforet and respect his office, but one faction has opposite views. I have no allegiance to either camp, and I naturally gravitate toward a balance of opinions before presenting a decision based on a majority view. Finally, I am a community person. I have coached street hockey for five years and roller hockey for two years. I have volunteered on a search and rescue team for eight years. I now wish to represent your views on the council because I believe I am the best candidate to do so effectively. I respectfully ask you to place your vote for me on Nov. 5. Gregg Sgambati Mahwah It is the policy of the Villadom TIMES to have a signed copy of letters to the editor in our files. Please fax a signed copy to (201) 670-4745 or drop a signed copy in the mail to Villadom Times, P.O. Box 96, Midland Park, NJ 07432. Signed letters may also be dropped off at our office located at 333 Godwin Avenue in Midland Park. Scholarship fundraiser (continued from page 4) that, because of everyone’s effort, over $15,000 in scholar- ships have been awarded to date.” The scholarship fund was created in 2005 in memory of 24 year-old Patrick Roe, a lieutenant in Company #2 who died in an accident. First responders, neighboring fire departments, and various motorcycle clubs played a key role in the success of this year’s benefit. Event organizers acknowledged the support and contributions of local businesses, including Mahwah Bar & Grill, the Mason Jar, Shirt Man, the Sign Shop, F&M Expressions, F&M Motor Works, Elkwood Construction, Superior Glass & Metal, Master Fire & Elec- tric, MaryAnn’s Gourmet Market, American Trademark, Ramapo Tree & Shrub, Bagel Express, Baron Pools, Saddle River Liquors, Cycle City of NY, Troufer Construction Co., Mahwah Wine & Liquors, Van Natta Mechanical Corp., Mahwah Honda, Cadillac of Mahwah, TMD Maintenance, LLC, the Furry Godmother Pet Sitting, Mahwah Educa- tion Association, Suburban Caps, Ramsey Auto Group, Locomotion Powersports, the Fountain Spa, Liberty Hyun- dai, the Russell Clemons Band, Shani Hawkins Xquisite Design, and Ruth Hawkins Best Little Frame Shop. Trophies and awards were provided by the Malone Family, Mahwah Fire Companies #3 and #4 and the Mahwah Board of Firematic Officers. Droz noted that plans or next year’s event are under way. The 2014 poker run is scheduled for Sept. 28. |
| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 21 Mahwah Minutes Museum sets gallery talk Gene Manghi will present a gallery talk about the his- tory of West Mahwah on Sunday, Nov. 17. This 3 p.m. event is part of the new exhibit, “Neighborhoods of Mahwah: 1013-2013,” and will be held at the Mahwah Museum, 201 Franklin Turnpike in Mahwah. The museum is open weekends and Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. Visit www.mahwahmuseum.org or call (201) 512- 0099 for more information about current exhibits, events, and lectures. The Mahwah Museum receives operating support from New Jersey Historical Commission, Department of State. Learn about ‘Korea: The Forgotten War’ Visit the Mahwah Public Library on Nov. 11 for a dis- cussion of “Korea: The Forgotten War” by Professor James Kane. The program will begin at 7 p.m. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the end of the war in Korea. During this “police action,” 44,692 Ameri- cans died or were listed as missing in action at such places as the Chosin Reservoir and Pusan perimeter. Even today, two armies stand toe to toe at the 38th parallel poised for a war. Professor Kane’s program will include slides, a lec- ture, and music. “Korea: The Forgotten War” is free. No tickets are nec- essary. Seats will be available on a “first come” basis at the Mahwah Public Library, located at 100 Ridge Road. Call (201) 529-READ. Board of health to meet The Mahwah Board of Health will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Mahwah Municipal Building at 475 Corporate Drive. The meeting is open to the public. Seniors invited to see ‘Cinderella’ The Mahwah Senior Center will host a trip to see Rod- gers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” on Broadway on Wednesday, Dec. 11. This production has been delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale. The performance features an orchestra, the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball, and some surprising new twists. Tickets are $61 per person. The bus will depart from Mahwah at 10 a.m. Group members will be on their own for lunch. For more information, or to purchase tickets, contact Susanne or Rosalie at (201) 529-5757, extension 213. Get organized this holiday season Barbara Reich, organizational expert and author of “Secrets of an Organized Mom,” will present tips on orga- nizing everything from a home to daily routines to the holi- days on Wednesday, Nov. 6. The program will be held at 7 p.m. at the Mahwah Public Library, 100 Ridge Road in Mahwah. Join Reich as she presents ideas for buying gifts and keeping it together during family gatherings. Using a tough Great communicators Mahwah Webelos 1 Den 8 visited the Northern New Jersey Council Scout Shop in Oakland to complete elements related to the Webelos 1 Communicator Activity Badge. love approach to organization, Reich’s plan will help par- ticipants through the holidays -- and actually enjoy them. Reich has appeared on the “Today Show,” “Good Day NY,” and “NY1” and has been featured in the New York Times and in several magazines, including O, Real Simple, Family Circle, and Parents. “Getting Organized for the Holidays” is free. No reg- istration is necessary. Seats will be available on a “first come” basis. Michelini to present Kilmer lecture The Mahwah Museum Lecture Series will present award-winning journalist and Pulitzer Prize finalist Alex Michelini on Nov. 14. Michelini will discuss “Joyce Kilmer: Poet and Patriot” at 7:30 p.m. at the Ramapo Reformed Church Education Building, 100 Island Road in Mahwah. Learn about Kilmer’s short, but very eventful life, which included the instant success of “Trees,” a poem he wrote while living in Mahwah. Kilmer also experienced the loss of a child, a religious conversion, and the fervent patriotism that propelled him into the Great War and his death on a French battlefield at the age of 31. A long-time resident of Mahwah, Michelini is a former journalist at the New York Daily News. He alternately served as chief investigative reporter, city hall bureau chief, and federal courthouse reporter. He is also a distinguished a journalist for The New York Times and the founder of the Joyce Kilmer Society of Mahwah. Admission is free for Mahwah Museum members and is $3 for non-members. Refreshments will be served. To reserve a seat, contact lectures@mahwahmuseum.org. Enjoy movies at the library The Mahwah Pubic Library, located at 100 Ridge Road in Mahwah, presents weekly movies on Thursdays after- noons at 1:30 p.m. These films are free. Popcorn and a drink are provided. No tickets are necessary. Seats will be available on a “first come” basis. A screening of “Before Midnight” (2013) is set for Nov. 7. The sequel to “Before Sunrise” (1995) and “Before Sunset” (2004), Jesse (Ethan Hawke) and Celine (Julie Delpy) are in Greece. Almost two decades have passed since their first meeting on a train bound for Vienna. The film is rated R for sexual content, nudity, and language. “Before Midnight” is 109 minutes long. On Nov. 14, see “The Way Way Back” (2013). Shy 14- year-old Duncan goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and the boyfriend’s daughter. Having a rough time fitting in, Duncan finds an unex- pected friend in Owen, manager of the Water Wizz water park. The films stars Steve Carell, Toni Collette, and Alli- son Janney and is rated PG-13. “Frances Ha” (2012) will be the feature on Nov. 21. A story that follows a New York woman (who doesn’t have an apartment), apprentices for a dance company (though she’s not a dancer), and throws herself headlong into her dreams. The movie is rated R for sexual reference and language. For more information, call (201) 529-READ. |
| Page 22 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • November 6, 2013 Chiwetel Ejiofor stars in brutal tale of slavery, survival by Dennis Seuling “Twelve Years a Slave” is the story of Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor), an educated black man and talented vio- linist who lives with his wife and children in Saratoga, New York in 1841. Two circus promoters offer him a lucrative two-week gig in Washington, D.C., and Solomon accepts. In Washington, Solomon is wined and dined, but the next morning finds himself in chains and is soon stashed aboard a steamboat bound for Georgia, to be sold as a slave. The movie chronicles the dozen years Solomon works on plantations, is passed from one owner to the next, wit- nesses unspeakable inhumanities, and is subject to the whim of his “masters.” He soon sees that a slave who can read and write is of little value to slave owners, and so hides his education, remaining silent, taking orders, enduring unspeakable hardship, trying to survive day to day, always hoping he will one day reunite with his family. Escape is virtually impossible, for where can a slave go or hide with- Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong’o, and Chiwetel Ejiofor in ‘Twelve Years a Slave.’ out money? Like “Schindler’s List,” which has become the defini- tive cinematic treatment of the horrors of the Holocaust, “Twelve Years a Slave” may serve the same purpose for the institution of slavery. Rather than making a sweep- ing indictment, director Steve McQueen bases the film on Northup’s own book of the same name to take view- ers through the slave experience. In the early scenes, the well-dressed Solomon is depicted as a respected member of his community and devoted family man. These few scenes are important to illustrate the sharp contrast to his role as slave. To the white slavers and owners, he is mere property purchased for cash as one would buy a cow or horse, and expected to work at whatever he is told. This complete lack of freedom is a shock to a man born free, and he quickly learns that intelligence is more handicap than asset to one enslaved. Ejiofor, a regular face in movies for a number of years in supporting roles, gives a breakout performance in “Twelve Years a Slave.” This is a tough role, demanding a range of emotions with little or no dialogue. Much of his perfor- mance is in reactions, particularly his eyes. Viewers can read his thoughts, even see into Solomon’s soul as he must face one horror after another. The excellent supporting cast includes Michael Fass- bender and Benedict Cumberbatch as plantation owners of distinctly different temperaments, Paul Dano as a cruel overseer, Sarah Paulson as a jealous plantation wife, Alfre Woodard as a slave who has escaped the whip and made a comfortable place for herself as mistress to her owner, Paul Giamatti as a slave salesman, Lupita Nyong’o as the slave girl/mistress of a plantation owner, and Brad Pitt as a sympathetic carpenter. (continued on Crossword page) |
| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES II & IV • Page 23 New DVD collection pays homage to Hollywood legend by Dennis Seuling “James Dean Ultimate Collector’s Edition” (Warner Home Video) is a box set paying homage to the actor’s short but memorable career. Born in 1931 and raised on an Indiana farm by his aunt and uncle, Dean moved to New York after high school to pursue his dream of acting. A successful appearance on Broadway in “The Immoralist” caught the attention of Hollywood, and Dean was soon appearing in small parts in the early 1950s. His big break came when he was cast as Caleb in Elia Kazan’s “East of Eden,” but his first starring role as the red-jacketed, brooding teenager Jim Stark in “Rebel without a Cause,” fixed his image in American culture. He followed this with the George Stevens-directed “Giant,” in which he played Jed Rink, the nonconformist cowhand who strikes it rich when he discovers oil. With two features still unreleased, Dean died in an automobile accident in late September of 1955. In addition to his three major films, restored from orig- inal camera negatives at Warner Bros., the limited edition, six-disc set contains three feature-length documentaries about Dean’s life, including “James Dean: Forever Young” narrated by Martin Sheen, “American Masters: James Dean Sense Memories,” and “George Stevens: A Filmmaker’s Journey.” Other special features include commentaries on all three movies, screen tests, deleted scenes, wardrobe James Dean as troubled teen Jim Stark. tests, and several behind-the-scenes featurettes. “White House Down” (Sony Pictures) stars Channing Tatum as policeman John Cale, who has just been denied his dream job as a Secret Service agent protecting Presi- dent James Sawyer (Jamie Foxx). Not wanting to disap- point his little girl with the news, he takes her on a tour of the White House just as the complex is taken over by a heavily armed paramilitary group. With the government falling into chaos and time running out, it is up to Cale to save President Sawyer, his daughter, and the country. The movie presents President Sawyer as having infuri- ated the country’s hawkish elements with his peace plan for the Middle East. Initially, Foxx plays the role straight, but the movie falls into silliness when the character becomes a wise-cracking, sneakers-wearing, hand gre- nade-tossing chief executive. A film with a similar plot, “Olympus Has Fallen,” treated a similar subject without resorting to self-defeating buffoonery and contained some terrific special effects. “White House Down,” directed by Roland Emmerich, makes a lot of noise while delivering tired clichés, forced humor, and a ho-hum story. The two- disc Blu-ray/DVD combo pack contains nine featurettes, a gag reel, and profiles of Channing Tatum, Jamie Foxx, and other cast members. “Lovelace” (Anchor Bay) is the story of porn star Linda Lovelace (Amanda Seyfried) set against the sexual revolution of the 1970s. Escaping a strict religious family, Linda discovered the high life when she fell for and mar- ried charismatic hustler Chuck Traynor (Peter Sarsgaard). As “Linda Lovelace,” she gained international notoriety. (continued on Crossword page) |
| Page 24 THE VILLADOM TIMES II & IV • November 6, 2013 ‘Twelve years’ (continued from Entertainment page) Pitt’s character is the only one in the film that seems contrived as he relates his ideas of racial equality, albeit with sidelong glances to make sure plantation owners are out of earshot. Seeing such a big star so late in the film has a jarring effect, since it takes the viewers out of the story for a time and makes one wonder how the producers man- DVD releases (continued from Restaurant page) After struggling to break free from Traynor, whose end- less abuse nearly killed her, Linda made it her life’s mis- sion to fight violence against women. The only extra on the Blu-ray release is a biographical portrait of the real Linda Lovelace. “The Best Years of Our Lives” (Warner Home Video) is the definitive film about soldiers returning from World War II and attempting to re-acclimate to civilian life. The film opens as Al Stephenson (Fredric March), Homer Par- rish (real-life double-amputee Harold Russell), and Fred Derry (Dana Andrews) are returning to their Midwest- ern hometown. The three stories are intertwined. Robert Sherwood’s screenplay never overdramatizes, and director William Wyler elicits uniformly excellent performances from the cast, particularly from Russell, a non-actor. After many years spent glorifying war, battle, and patriotism, Hollywood turned a sober eye toward the problems of the real people coming home. The film won seven Academy Awards in 1946, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Supporting Actor (Russell), and remains relevant aged to snare such a big star for such a small part. Clearly one of the best pictures of the year, “Twelve Years a Slave” is not out to impose guilt on white viewers. In almost matter-of-fact objectivity, the movie documents events that never seem over the top, exaggerated, or simply Hollywood inventions. Rated R, it contains many rough scenes involving torture and beatings. Although tough to take, it is nonetheless a “must see” for those who appreciate an important story told well, with uniformly first-rate per- formances. This film is certain to garner several Academy Award nominations come February. today as veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan confront their problems when returning home. The Blu-ray edition con- tains an interview with co-stars Virginia Mayo and Teresa Wright and an introduction by Mayo. Now that Halloween is behind us and Christmas is just around the corner, Disney has released two new animated seasonal combo packs. “Winnie the Pooh: A Very Pooh Year” is a tale from the Hundred Acre Wood, with favorites Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, and Roo. It’s holiday time, the most wonderful time of the year, but Rabbit will discover the true spirit of the season only after his pals make misguided New Year’s resolutions to change, with some pretty funny results. Bonuses include games, activities, a sing-along fea- ture, and song selection. “Mickey’s Christmas Carol” is out on Blu-ray for the first time to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Mickey, Goofy, Donald, and their pals star in this animated retelling of Dickens’ famous holiday tale. Ebeneezer Scrooge (Scrooge McDuck) is far too greedy to understand that Christmas is a time for kindness and generosity. With the guidance of some wise ghosts (Goofy and Jiminy Cricket) and a bunch of newfound friends, Scrooge learns to embrace the spirit of the season. There are five bonus animated shorts, includ- ing the new “Yodelberg” (starring Mickey, Minnie and an avalanche), and a holiday tune sing-along. |
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| Page 26 THE VILLADOM TIMES II & IV • November 6, 2013 CLASSIFIED RELIGIOUS RELIGIOUS 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. PR Prayer to St. Jude Oh, Holy St. Jude, apostle and martyr. Great in virtue and rich in miracles; near kinsman of Jesus Christ; faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fathers, Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. This novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. My prayers were answered. Thank you, St. Jude. kr RELIGIOUS Thank You St. Jude cont. from preceding page Prayer to St. Jude May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glori- fied, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day by the ninth day, your prayer will be answered. Publi- cation must be promised. Thank you St. Jude. cd 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! 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| November 6, 2013 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • Page 27 Obituaries Rocco J. DiPaolo Rocco J. DiPaolo of Ramsey died Oct. 24. He was 90. Arrangements were made by Van Emburgh-Sneider-Per- nice Funeral Home in Ramsey. Hans E. Ephraimson-Abt Hans E. Ephraimson-Abt, a long time resident of Ridgewood, formerly of Saddle River, died on Oct. 18. He was 91. He was born in Germany and spent the years during World War II in Swiss refugee camps. He came to the United States in 1949. He had owned a hardware busi- ness in Manhattan. He spent the past 30 years helping fami- lies of air crash victims after his daughter Alice died on Korean Airline’s Flight 007 in 1983. His lobbying and tes- tifying led to the decision that the National Transportation Safety Board care for the families of air crash victims. His work also effected changes in policy in other countries on how the families of air crash victims are treated. He was the recipient of the Cross of the Order of Merit from the Federal Republic of Germany for his work. He is survived by his children Viviane of Collins, Colorado and Hans of Short Hills. He is also survived by three grandchildren. Arrange- ments were made by Feeney Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Mary Eva Greff Mary Eva Greff of Waldwick died Oct. 23. She was 23. She was a 2009 graduate of Waldwick High School and attended Lyndon State College in Lyndonville, Vermont. Recently she received an associate of arts degree from Bergen Community College. She also completed training at the Barbizon School for Modeling. She had been a contes- tant in the Miss USA Teen Pageant in New Jersey and was a student ambassador for People to People, having traveled to Australia. Most recently, she was in training to be a host- ess for the Tilted Kilt Restaurant in Wayne. She is survived by her son Mark John and her parents Leon J. and Carol A. (nee Markert), all of Waldwick. She is also survived by her sisters Ehyrica and Shannon and her uncle and godfather Robert Greff of Passaic. She was predeceased by her aunt and godmother Sharon M. Prescott. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 155 Linwood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 for the establishment of an educational fund for her son. Helen G. Hannan McGoldrick Helen G. Hannan McGoldrick, nee Cancro, of Wyckoff, formerly of Teaneck, died Oct. 23. She was 95. She was a graduate of the Holy Name Hospital Nurse’s Aide Pro- gram, and worked at Holy Name Hospital until she retired in 1985. She is survived by her children Camille Norton, Elaine O’Reilly, Yvonne Johnson, and Edward Hannan. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 27 great-grand- children. She was predeceased by her husbands Edward Hannan and Patrick McGoldrick, her parents Anthony and Carmela Cancro, 11 brothers and sisters, and her grand- son Paul Johnson. Arrangements were made by Volk Leber Funeral Home in Teaneck. Dorothy Levine Dorothy Levine of Allendale, formerly of Paramus and Delray Beach, Florida, died Oct. 27. She was born in Poland, and with her family escaped Europe at the onset of World War II. She is survived by her children Allen, Rhonda, and Karen. She is also survived by five grandchil- dren and her brother Sol. She was predeceased by her hus- band Irving Levine. Arrangements were made by Robert Schoem’s Menorah Chapel in Paramus. Frank ‘Francis’ Casimir Leskauskas Jr. Frank “Francis” Casimir Leskauskas Jr. of Wyckoff died Oct. 24. He was 80. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He received a B.S.E.E. from Drexel University in Philadel- phia, Pennsylvania in 1956. He continued his studies at the Moore School of Engineering at the University of Penn- sylvania. He was a national accounts manager for IBM, charged with high-profile accounts including the Boeing Company. After retiring from IBM, he served as a con- sultant for Sales Performance International. Along with his wife, he was in real estate sales. He was a parishioner of Saint Elizabeth R.C. Church in Wyckoff, where he was a lector, Eucharistic minister, and served on the Liturgy Committee and parish council. He is survived by his wife Virginia “Ginny” (nee Ryan) and his sons Frank, David, Edward, and Christopher. He is also survived by 13 grand- children and a great-grandson. He was predeceased by his daughter Julianne Marie Leskauskas, his granddaughter Katherine Ryan, and his brother Edward R. Leskauskas. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to Com- passionate Care Hospice, 21-00 Route 208, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 or Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY. Herbert S. ‘Marty’ Martens Herbert S. “Marty” Martens of Paramus died Oct. 27. He was 86. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was the owner of Martens Body and Fender in Glen Rock until his retire- ment in 2004. He was a member of the Carlstad Mixed Choral. He is survived by his wife Marion (nee Kreis) of Paramus, and his children Gary W. Martens of Sugar Land, Texas and Lori A. Simpson of Upper Chichester, Pennsyl- vania. He is also survived by two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Eleonore ‘Dolly’ E. Moore Eleonore “Dolly” E. Moore of Glen Rock died Oct. 12. She was 91. She earned a degree in English at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill in1941. She was recruited to model in New York City for designers such as Adele Simp- son and Hattie Carnegie. She wrote an advertising column, “Marks of Quality,” for a local paper, and served two stints as PTA president in the Glen Rock school system. She was a Girl Scout leader, member of the Bergen County Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Group, and past president of the Col- lege Club of Ridgewood and the College Club Book Group. She was also a past member of both High Mountain Golf Club and the Ridgewood Country Club. She is survived by her children Stephanie, Jonathan, and Christopher. She is also survived by five grandchildren and one great-grand- son. She was predeceased by husband Bill. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh in Ridgewood. Memorial donations may be made to the College Club of Ridgewood’s Scholarship. Barbara Ramirez Barbara Ramirez (formerly Barbara Crawford) of Ridgewood, previously of Bergenfield, died Oct. 25. She was associated with the Fair Lawn Bible Church and the Hawthorne Gospel Church. She is survived by her children Kathleen Cresanta of Haskell, Linda Schmidt of Hamp- ton, Rod Crawford of Branchville, and Laraine Crawford of Lodi. She is also survived by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Charles Ramirez. Arrangements were made by Feeney Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Memorial donations may be made to the Fair Lawn Bible Church, 11-09 Hopper Avenue, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410. Lou Ann ‘Dee’ Rutnik Lou Ann “Dee” Rutnik of Ridgewood died Oct.30. She was 68. She was a member of the Allendale Woman’s Club. She is survived by her children Tracey and Paul Rutnik and their spouses Paul Jackson and Danielle Quku Rutnik. She is also survived by two grandchildren and her partner of Ed Kenna. Arrangements were made by Browning-Forshay Funeral Home in Hawthorne. Memorial donations may be made to Villa Marie Claire Hospice in Saddle River, or Cancer Care Inc. in Ridgewood. James ‘Stevie’ Phelps Stevenson James “Stevie” Phelps Stevenson of Franklin Lakes died Oct. 27. He was 82. He was a graduate of Fair Lawn High School, where he lettered in baseball, football, and basketball. He attended Manumit Free School in Pawling, New York and graduated from Vanderbilt University. He was a speech writer for Governor Wagner and wrote plays, poetry, children stories, songs, and books. He was also a philosophical letter writer. He had an extensive Broadway career. His notable shows include “Zigfeld Follies,” “Don’t Drink the Water,” “Seascape,” “Waiting for Lefty,” and “Long Day’s Journey into Night.” He performed at the Saint Louis Municipal Opera, the Cherry Lane Playhouse, and The Old Globe Theatre. He was a soccer coach and educa- tor. He is survived by his wife Thelma Kennedy Stevenson and his children Alicia and Paul. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and his sisters Joan Sanford and Susan Gomez. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202 or his daughter Alicia’s non-profit for at-risk youth and rescued dogs at www.projectunleashed.org. |
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