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Passaic County and the Borough of Hawthorne will be installing a traffic signal at the intersection of Braen Avenue and Goffle Road, and the construction will take approximately 90 working days. Construction will be in progress weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Goffle Road will remain open in both directions during this project, with the exception of a period at the end of the installation when the intersection will be milled and resurfaced. Commuters who access public transportation located within the work zone are encouraged to contact their bus company to determine the alternate pickup location during the road closing/detour. Updates on this project will be available at www. wyckoff-nj.com. Craft Street Fair set The Glen Rock Spring Craft Street Fair will be held May 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Rock Road. The fair is sponsored by the Glen Rock Chamber of Commerce and is being promoted by P.J.’s Promotions. One hundred quality exhibitors will be displaying handmade items such as pottery, stained glass, apparel for women and girls, handcrafted pillows and purses, fine wood work, florals, fiber, designer hair accessories, folk art, quilts, fine art and photography, hand crafted jewelry, and much more. Glen Rock Chamber members will set up booths with information about their services. The children’s area will include pony rides, a petting zoo, and inflatables. For more information, visit www.pjspromotions.com or call (201) 666-1340. Band concludes Concert Series The Waldwick Band will conclude its 2013-14 winter season with a May 4 performance at the Village School, 100 West Prospect Street in Waldwick. The concert will begin at 2:30 p.m. The Waldwick High School Band, under the direction of Lynne Montella, will present three compositions to open the performance. The high school band will join with the Waldwick Band in Alfred Reed’s “Funiculi, Funicula.” Flutists Nancy Horowitz and Arlene Keiser will be the guest artists. They will perform Franz Doppler’s “Andante and Rondo.” Horowitz is the Waldwick Band’s principal flutist and is celebrating 35 years with the band. She is also the principal piccolo player and second flutist with the Ridgewood Sym- phony Orchestra and has performed with the Sonata Trio, Longy Chamber Ensemble, Ramapo Wind Symphony, Ridgewood Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company, and the League supports Baby Basics Children’s Aid and Family Services’ Baby Basics program relies on community support to provide free nutritional for- mula and diapers to low-income families with children ages newborn through two years. The agency recently received a donation of diapers from the 2013 Junior League of Bergen County provisional class, led by chair Laura Kelly. The provisional class collected diapers through a variety of channels, including drives at local grocery stores. The effort was also supported at the JLBC’s Festival of Trees fall fundraiser. Baby Basics distributes more than 200,000 diapers every year and offers a desperately needed safety net to families that helps ensure their babies remain healthy and well- nourished. Pictured are Children’s Aid & Family Services President and CEO Bob Jones and Junior League of Bergen County members Patty Bontekoe, Angela Isaacs, Laura Kelly, Sara Seuhr, and Jessica Matulay. Adelphi Chamber Orchestra. Keiser plays with the Rockland County Band, the Opera Theater of Montclair, and the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra. She has performed with the Dave Carey Jazz Trio, the Intercontinental Trio, and Flute Chats. There is no admission charge for the concert. For more information and the band’s 2014 summer concert series, visit www.waldwickband.org. Singles plan Cinco de Mayo Dance The NSO40 at the Church of the Nativity, 315 Prospect Street in Midland Park, will host a Cinco de Mayo Dance at the church on Friday, May 2. Single adults over age 40 from the surrounding communities are invited. The event will feature a light sandwich buffet, assorted snacks, wine and beer, and dance music by DJ Zak Magic. Admission to the dance is $25 and is payable at the door. For details, contact Susan at susancb2@aol.com. Donovan to speak at MRCC luncheon Mahwah Regional Chamber of Commerce members and friends are invited to a luncheon featuring Bergen County Executive Kathleen A. Donovan and newly-elected Rockland County Executive Edwin J. Day. The event will be held on Wednesday, May 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Hotel & Conference Center at 3 Execu- tive Boulevard in Suffern, New York. The event sponsor is Goldstein, Lieberman & Company. Attendees will have the opportunity to network from 11:30 a.m. to noon, and are encouraged to bring promo- tional materials to display on the event’s information table. The cost is $40 for Chamber members and $55 for non- members. Advance registration is preferred; an additional $5 processing fee will be charged if paid the day of the event. For reservations, call the Chamber office at (201) 529-5566 or visit Mahwah.com. (continued on page 24) April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 3 Midland Park Powderley to be promoted to police lieutenant Midland Park Police Sgt. Michael Powderley, who joined the department as a dispatcher in 1990, was promoted last week to the position of lieutenant. He will be sworn in at the May 8 meeting of the mayor and council. The position has been vacant since the promotion of Police Chief Michael Marra in March, 2012. Powderley’s salary will be $127,300. “Mike’s promotion is well deserved. I’m looking for- ward to having him as one of my administrative officers,” said Chief Marra. He explained that Powderley has already been performing the scheduling and in-service training duties he himself had been doing as the lieutenant before becoming chief. “It’s been an honor and a privilege to have been selected to be in a higher supervisory position,” said Powderley. “I’m looking forward to moving into the job and to help the chief and the mayor and council move the department forward, and I want to thank them for giving me this opportunity.” Mayor Patrick “Bud” O’Hagan said Powderley was selected from a field of five officers from within the depart- ment who applied for the job. “We knew we had good quality police officers, and during the interview process, they excelled in knowledge and desire to advance to higher positions while helping their fellow officers become better trained and more responsive to the needs of our residents. We are proud of our entire police force, and we wanted them to know we cared about their safety as well,” the mayor said. Powderley, a Midland Park resident, expects to receive a master’s degree in criminal law/business from Fairleigh Dickinson University by year’s end. In addition to his sched- uling and in-service duties, he is also a firearms instructor and is responsible for vehicle maintenance and community policing. He was hired as a police officer in January, 1992 after a year as a special police officer and dispatcher, and was promoted to sergeant in February, 2009. Council approves fuel sales to board The Midland Park Board of Education and the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus have approved an interlocal agreement that will allow the school board to purchase gasoline and diesel oil for district vehicles from Ho-Ho-Kus. The Ho-Ho-Kus Council and the Midland Park Board of Education approved the related resolutions earlier this month. According to the resolution approved in Ho-Ho- Kus, this shared service agreement will take effect “as soon as feasible during the month of April 2014.” This agree- ment will be for one year, and may be renewed if both par- ties agree to do so, the resolution notes. Midland Park BOE President William Sullivan con- firmed that the trustees approved the agreement at a meet- ing on April 8. “This agreement is the result of information shared during one of our joint meetings with (Midland Park) bor- ough officials” Sullivan explained. The Borough of Mid- land Park already purchases its fuel from Ho-Ho-Kus. The Ho-Ho-Kus Council’s resolution states that the school board “wishes to enter into an interlocal shared ser- vice agreement with the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus whereby the MP BOE will purchase its gasoline and diesel oil directly from the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus and…after paying the ini- tial costs covering the reprogramming of the computer that regulates the oil and gasoline pumps, along with the cost of the individual ‘keys’ needed by each MP BOE vehicle to obtain access to the pumps, the MP BOE will pay to the Borough of Ho-Ho-Kus the most current rate for each gallon of gasoline or diesel oil plus 25 cents.” The board will be billed approximately once a month. “The initial cost to the MP BOE for reprogramming the pump computer and the electronic keys for each vehicle came to a total of $325,” Ho-Ho-Kus Borough Administra- tor Don Cirulli reported last week. “For years, we bought fuel through Ridgewood, but Ho-Ho-Kus’ price was better than Ridgewood’s,” Midland Park School Trustee Robert Schiffer told Villadom TIMES. Schiffer was referring to the administrative fee associated with the fuel purchases. Ridgewood charges the price of fuel plus 60 cents a gallon. This interlocal agreement continues a recent trend toward shared services. On Jan. 1, Midland Park and Ho- Ho-Kus merged their municipal construction departments. (continued on page 18) Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • April 30, 2014 Franklin Lakes Shawnee Drive property owner sues borough by Frank J. McMahon Bashar Sabbagh, the owner of a residential property at 670 Shawnee Drive, has filed a lawsuit against the bor- ough and the borough’s planning board as a result of a denial of his variance request for the size of his drive- way. Sabbagh is seeking reversal of the denial, claiming that denial was unsupported, arbitrary, capricious, and unreasonable. A large house, currently assessed at almost $1.1 mil- lion, has been constructed on the site along with the large paver block driveway, but no certificate of occupancy has been issued. As a result, no one is able to live in the house. Sabbagh claims in his lawsuit that since he first sub- mitted an application for a site plan approval in Novem- ber 2005 and received preliminary site plan approval in January 2006 he has been at odds with the planning board over the validity of the borough’s ordinances concerning the definition of impervious coverage. Sabbagh claims that the lot coverage of his property was incorrectly calculated at 33.85 percent, and later at 31.17 percent when a pool was eliminated from the plan, because it includes the driveway which Sabbagh says is pervious, meaning that water will drain through the paver blocks by way of small joints between the interlocking paver blocks which have been left open to facilitate the absorption of water. Joseph A. Ferriero, Sabbagh’s attorney, points out that during the public hearing on the variance application, Nasr Sheta Ph.D., a civil engineer, testified as an expert on behalf of Sabbagh that the driveway was permeable and would function so that no surface water runoff would be generated by the 7,200 square foot driveway when sub- jected to up to 24 hours of rain at one inch per hour. According to Ferriero, however, Eileen Boland, the borough’s professional engineer, testified that during subsequent testing of the driveway it initially absorbed runoff water, but within the first hour it was no longer absorbing the rainwater runoff. Nevertheless, Ferriero claims the borough’s soil moving ordinance violates the United States and New Jersey State Constitutions and it is void because of vague- ness. He says that the original borough ordinance that defined impervious coverage is unconstitutionally vague and it was drafted in a manner that fosters arbitrary and discriminatory enforcement because it does not provide clear guidelines and is impermissibly vague. Ferriero claims the ordinance adopted by the borough in October 2010 to define “total coverage” was enacted (continued on page 10) April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 5 Franklin Lakes New traffic circle plan being reviewed by council by Frank J. McMahon The changes to the traffic circle at the intersection of Franklin Lake and High Mountain roads have been delayed while Franklin Lakes and Bergen County officials review a new plan for the circle where the Urban Farms Shopping Center is located. At a recent Franklin Lakes Council meeting, Borough Engineer Kevin Boswell advised the governing body about a meeting between borough and county officials at which the borough’s concerns about the changes the county planned for the circle were conveyed. Boswell told the council the county was informed that the borough is not in favor of a phased-in approach to the changes to the circle as planned by the county. Those changes include the elimi- nation of the stop signs on both sides of High Mountain Road and the addition of yield signs on all four entrances to the circle to notify motorists that they should yield to any traffic that is already in the circle. Changes also include striped triangular areas at all four entrances to the circle squeezing traffic to the right with triangular yield road markings at each entrance to the circle. Boswell said the county officials agreed to delay the changes, and the county plan was merged with a new plan for the circle that has been forwarded to the council. That plan has not been released to the public because it is a draft that is considered to be deliberative material. Boswell said the county is in favor of this effort being a joint project between the borough and the county, although the county will pay the cost of the changes to the circle. He said the goal is to implement changes to the circle in May or June to make the traffic circle safer. “It’s a much better direction than the phased-in approach, so we’re in a much better state than we were a couple of weeks ago,” Boswell said. The new plan has been sent to the borough’s police chief, the current police department traffic officer, and the former traffic officer for their review. The plans to change the access to the traffic circle for safety reasons were announced in October 2013. The borough asked the county to make those changes after they were described by Boswell at the borough coun- cil work session on Oct. 1, 2013. The recommended changes to the traffic circle were also based on the online survey of residents the borough conducted in August 2013 on the question of whether the borough should consider removing the circle and install- ing a traffic light at the intersection for safety reasons. Over 800 responses were received, according to Borough Administrator Gregory Hart, with 60 percent of them in favor of keeping the circle and 40 percent in favor of its removal. The idea of changing the way traffic enters and leaves the circle from the two roads became more apparent to borough and county officials when they met at the circle during the morning and afternoon peak traffic times when the traffic to and from the High Mountain Road and the Most Blessed Sacrament elementary schools was at its peak. (continued on page 19) Chiefs hold seminar on heroin epidemic The police chiefs of Wyckoff, Franklin Lakes, and Oak- land will hosting a seminar on how the use of prescrip- tion painkillers can lead to heroin abuse and addiction, an increasing problem for law enforcement officers in north- west Bergen County. The seminar will take place May 7 at Ramapo High School, 331 George Street in Franklin Lakes, at 7 p.m. and will feature information from a professional narcotics offi- cer, Wyckoff Police Chief Benjamin Fox, Franklin Lakes Police Chief Joseph Seltenrich, and Oakland Police Chief Edward Kasper. Parents will hear how pain-killing prescription drugs are quickly addictive, and why those who are addicted end up using heroin. Addictions know no boundaries. In recent months, heroin has figured in a number of reported arrests. Local police departments report that their officers are making heroin and prescription narcotics arrests in numbers that have never before encountered. Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • April 30, 2014 April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 7 Midland Park School budget is approved; incumbents are re-elected Three Midland Park Board of Educa- tion incumbents withstood a spirited chal- lenge to retain their seats on the board for another three years in last week’s election, in one of only two in the Northwest Bergen area. The school budget was approved by a margin of nearly 3 to 1. “The board appreciates the incredible support we received at the polls this past Wednesday from the voting public. I want to thank the parent and citizen groups for the hard work they did this year to edu- cate the public and get out the vote,” com- mented board President William Sullivan. “Together with the administration and staff, the board of education will continue to improve the academic program and facilities in the school district to meet the expectations of this great community,” he added. With about 18 percent of the borough’s 5,000 registered voters turning out at the polls, 691 voted yes on the budget, while 246 cast no votes. Even though the total budget of $21,170,765 is up 2.21 percent over the current year’s, the amount to be raised by taxation is down $606,427, a 3 percent decrease. A house assessed at $392,000, the borough’s average, will get a reduction of $223.94 a year on the school portion of its tax bill. The reduction is due to the fact that the current year’s budget includes a one-year-only expenditure of $955,075 to finish replacing the school buildings’ roofs approved by voters last year. That project had raised taxes on the average house by $359.85. School trustees James Canellas, Mary- alice Thomas and Peter Triolo garnered 641, 623 and 614 votes, respectively. Chal- lenger John Meeks received 364 votes. Canellas, a 10-year resident who has been on the board for six years, is currently vice president of finance and operations for Home Box Office Sports. Dr. Thomas, a lifelong Midland Park resident and a board member for five years. is a student assistance counselor with the Randolph Township Schools in Morris County. Triolo, a 16-year resident who has been filling an unexpired term on the board, is self-employed as a manufacturer’s repre- sentative in the automotive industry. The board’s reorganization meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 29 at 8 p.m. at Highland School. Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & IV • April 30, 2014 How to foster a love of reading in children Today’s parents know it is not always easy to instill a love of reading in children. Whether they are watching television, dab- bling with their smartphones, toying with their tablets, or engaging in social media, youngsters now have more distractions than ever before. It is no surprise that many youngsters may not be enthusiastic about abandoning their gadgets in exchange for curling up with a good book, but instilling a love of reading in kids early on can pay a lifetime of dividends. Children learn at a much faster pace during their first six years than at any other time in their lives, and the right kind of stimulation during these years can provide the foundation for future learning. In addi- tion, reading at an early age can inspire a child’s creativity and imagination. Though many parents can recognize these benefits, that recognition does not make it easier to get kids to embrace reading. No two kids are alike, so parents might need to employ different strategies to get each of their kids to embrace reading. The following are a handful of ways parents can foster a love of reading in their youngsters. Embrace their hobbies. When encourag- ing kids to read, parents may find it easier to get them to pick up a book if that book’s subject matter pertains to a favorite hobby or interest. A seven-year-old with a passion for baseball will likely be more inclined to read an age-appropriate novel about Amer- ica’s pastime than a book about fishing. Use youngsters’ enthusiasm about a given hobby or interest to lay the foundation for a love of reading. Do not limit reading to books. Books are not the only reading materials that can foster a love of reading in kids. Local news- papers and magazines have sparked many kids’ initial foray into reading, and such source materials can be just as inspiring as novels or short stories. Magazines made for youngsters give kids something they can start and finish reading in the same day. Children might want to read the sports page or check the arts and entertainment sec- tions. Parents should encourage such explo- ration, even if it means leaving novels on the bookshelf for the time being. Read to youngsters. Another way to foster a love of reading in youngsters is to read to them every day. Many young kids just learning to read may be discouraged if their reading skills are not progressing rapidly. Reading to kids every day can inspire them to work harder at reading so they can be just as good at reading as Mom and Dad. Discuss reading materials with your children. Many people enjoy talking about books they have read as much as they enjoy reading the books, and kids are no differ- ent. Parents who want their youngsters to embrace reading can initiate discussions about what their kids are reading, dis- cussing the plot of novels, or the details of newspaper or magazine articles kids read. Ask them what they like and dislike about a book or ask for a recap of a story they read in the newspaper or an article they read in a magazine. Extend the reading experience. After they have finished a novel, adults often find it enjoyable to watch films based on that novel. Doing so extends the reading experi- ence and gives readers a chance to see if their interpretations of a story were similar or different from someone else’s. Kids also enjoy such extensions, so reward them by taking them to the movies to see the film version of a favorite book or to a museum that is displaying an exhibit that is relevant to a book a youngster just read. Though their youngsters may have many distractions at their disposal, there are still many ways for parents to foster a love of reading in their children. April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & IV • Page 9 Sportsmanship an important lesson for young athletes Children who play sports often walk away with impor- tant lessons in teamwork and sportsmanship. Sportsman- ship can be defined as playing fair, following the rules of the game, respecting the rulings of referees, and treating opponents with respect. During the heat of competition, it can be challenging to be a good sport, particularly when the goal is to win. However, sportsmanship is something that should be a priority for players, parents, and coaches. Here are some of the ways to be “good sports.” Abide by the rules of the game. Rules are there for a reason, to promote fairness, and to keep play organized and in check. Many sports are a team effort, and the team cannot work effectively if players have their own agen- das. Practice anger management. Anger can take over when an official makes a questionable call or a teammate makes an error. But arguing with officials or teammates can get in the way of camaraderie and good perfor- mance. Be a team player. Players have different skill levels and abilities. There will always be the players that excel and those who may not be the MVP. Players should not “hog” the ball or make attempts to exclude others from the game. Enabling everyone to have a chance to shine is a good way to be a good teammate and friend. Offer words of encouragement. Even the star player can have a bad game once in awhile. A true sportsman will not tease others when they are down. Teammates should always be encouraging of one another. React well to a loss. There will be winners and losers in competition. Bursting into tears or jeering at the win- ning team reflects badly on you and your teammates. It may not feel good to lose, but be able to share in the joy of the other team and congratulate them on their success. Use a loss as a learning experience that shows you what you and your teammates need to work on going forward. Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • April 30, 2014 FLOW Area Regional trustees interview four candidates for board by Frank J. McMahon The Ramapo Indian Hills Board of Education recently interviewed four candidates for the vacant Franklin Lakes seat on the board. That position became available when the former Frank- lin Lakes representative Debbie Strauss suddenly resigned from the board on Feb. 24 after an executive session at which the search for a new superintendent was discussed and it was decided to hire a search firm to help the district find additional candidates. The four candidates interviewed to replace Strauss were Rakesh Chopra, Joseph Conte, Lisa Sciancalepore, and Evros Vassiliou. The candidates answered questions from the board con- cerning their backgrounds, the areas in which they think the district could be strengthened, their ability to make the necessary time commitment to serve as a trustee, and where they would like to see the district in five years. Chopra holds an executive MBA degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Rutherford and a BS in account- ing from Rutgers University, where he was on the Dean’s List from 1981 to 1982. Prior to that, he received an AAS in accounting from the Bergen Community College in Para- mus. He is a 1978 graduate of Bergenfield High School. Since 2001, Chopra has been the principal of Chopra Financial Consulting, LLC in New York City. Immediately prior to that, he was the accounting manager–controller of Pompei AD, LLC in New York City, where he was in charge of all of the company’s financial activities. Chopra voiced concern about the Common Core Stan- dards that are being mandated by the state. He said the dis- trict is one of the better districts in the state, and he wants to continue that success. Conte has lived in Franklin Lakes for more than 25 years and has one son who will be graduating from Ramapo High School in June and anther who graduated in 2008. From 1997-2012, he was a member of the Franklin Lakes Board of Education, where he served as president and chair of the Finance and Personnel committees. He holds an MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, a master of science degree from Seton Hall University, and a bachelor of science degree from Saint Peter’s College in Jersey City. Recently, he joined the Blue Buffalo Company in Wilton, Connecticut as a regulatory and development executive. Conte said every child is important and he would like to contribute across the board. He said the district has made good progress and he would like to see it continue to grow. He added that the board has a lot of important decisions to make as they look for a superintendent and work to resolve the teacher contract dispute. Sciancalepore has been a resident of the borough for 22 years. Her husband is a Ramapo High School alumnus, her son graduated from Indian Hills High School in 2012, and her daughter will be graduating from Indian Hills in June. Sciancalepore holds a master’s in public administration from Rutgers University, a BA in political science from the University of Colorado, and teaching certification for Grades K-8 and K-12 social studies from William Paterson University. She is deputy clerk for the Bergen County Freeholder Board. Previously, she was president of the Woodside Avenue School Parent Teacher Association and a member of the executive boards of the Parent Teacher Student Organization at Indian Hills and the Association of Parents Teachers and Students at Ramapo. Sciancalepore said she would like to see technology used more in the district and for the district to stand out more and receive more awards. She said she is excited about technology in the classrooms. Vassiliou has lived in the borough for about three years. He holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Montclair State University and earned a master’s degree in molecular biology and a doctorate in molecular immunology from Rutgers in 2002 and in 2004, respectively. He is an associate professor of immunology in the School of Natural Sciences at Kean University and he is the vice president of the American Academy Alumni Association of New York Inc., an organization that provides scholar- ships to promising but financially disadvantaged students. Vassiliou said he would be able to make the necessary commitment to serve on the board and he would like to see the district become as good as the Ridgewood’s school district. The school board went into closed executive session following the question and answer period, but no action was taken on the appointment that night. School Board President Thomas Bunting advised that once a candidate has been chosen, he or she will be notified by Business Administrator Frank Ceurvels and will be sworn in at the April 28 board meeting. Shawnee property (continued from page 4) primarily to amend the definition of impervious coverage and it is also unconstitutional. In January 2014, the borough planning board unani- mously denied the application by Sabbagh for a variance from the total coverage requirement in the borough’s ordi- nance. Following that denial, the board discussed Sheta’s tes- timony and a concern was expressed that his opinion may not have been contradicted by the borough’s engineer in one single document. It was pointed out, however, that an expert from Boswell McClave Engineering, the borough’s engineering firm, who also has a Ph.D. in hydrology, concluded after reviewing Sheta’s report that neither the openings nor the sub-stone base under the driveway is capable of infiltrating the rainfall described by Sheta and, therefore, the pavement cannot be accepted as a pervious surface. In addition, photos were submitted to the board showing the “ponding” of rain water on the driveway and running off the driveway, which was in direct opposition to Sheta’s testimony. April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 11 Wyckoff Hawthorne invites neighbors to May 7 rezoning hearing by John Koster The Glen Rock Borough Council, the Ridgewood Council, and the Wyckoff Township Committee have received a detailed communication about a major rezon- ing proposal in the neighboring Borough of Hawthorne, with a hearing set for May 7 at 7 p.m. at the Hawthorne Municipal Building at 445 Lafayette Avenue. The Hawthorne rezoning would, if adopted, produce two new business districts, the B-3 and B-3A zones within Winners! The Wyckoff Parks & Recreation Foundation is in the midst of its first calendar fundraiser. A total of $10,000 in cash prizes will be awarded with the net proceeds going toward fund- ing of the Pulis Field Sports Complex project. This benefit will run through June 15. Each Saturday and Sunday, weekly winners will be announced and posted on the WPRF website at www. wyckoffparks.org. It is possible to win multiple times. Pictured above are the very first winners, Laura Anderson and Rebecca Carione, whose children play in both the Wyckoff Boys and Girls lacrosse programs and Torpe- does Soccer Club. Sal Sassano from WPRF is shown presenting each of them with a check for $500. WPRF’s next fundraiser will be a May 13 Golf Outing sponsored by Blue Moon Mexican Café. For information on this upcoming event, visit the WPRF web- site at www.wyckoffparks.org. the borders of Hawthorne. The plan suggests the need to introduce zoning amend- ments in the Wagaraw Road and South Goffle Road areas to encourage redevelopment of former industrial sites. The revised Hawthorne Master Plan encourages integrated parking and landscaping element designs. The draft of the ordinance provides that the B-3 busi- ness zoning would include all properties on the west side of Goffle Road from Lafayette Avenue to the Wyckoff border and certain specifically identified properties on Braen Avenue from Goffle Road to Valley Street. The rezoning would also apply to all properties on the South Side of Wagaraw Road from the NYS&W Railroad to Goffle Brook, including all properties on Goffle Road. Permitted uses include commercial stores, bakeries, barber shops, beauty salons, book stores, computer and electronic stores, new car dealerships, health clubs, medi- cal offices, restaurants, banks, printing and reproduction services, and contractor supplies. Food stores and phar- macies would be allowed to operate from 6 a.m. until mid- night and other uses from 6 a.m. until 11 p.m., although (continued on page 12) Page 12 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • April 30, 2014 Park Windmill Lions Club sets fundraiser On Tuesday, May 13, Rosario’s Trattoria at 29 Central Avenue in Midland Park will sponsor at Coupon Night to benefit the Midland Park Lions Club. The restaurant will donate 20 percent of the proceeds from food purchases on that day. To participate, diners must present a Lions Club coupon that is available at the Midland Park Library at 250 Godwin Avenue, or by calling (201) 444-8601. Proceeds from this event will benefit the charities sup- ported by the Lions. Estate & eldercare seminar set The Midland Park Christian Reformed Church invites the community to a free seminar, “Estate and Eldercare Planning and Surrogate Decision Making,” which will be held May 14 at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to churchoffice@mpcrc.org or call (201) 445-4260. The church is located at 183 Godwin Avenue. Baseball association to meet The Midland Park Baseball Association will meet on Tuesday, May 6 at 8 p.m. The group will meet at the DePhil- lips Center located at 50 Dairy Street. For more informa- tion, e-mail midlandparkbaseball@gmail.com. Library bursts into bloom The Midland Park Memorial Library will host an orchid and flower display May 5 through 10. Local busi- nesses including Creations by Fran, Fairway Estate Garden Center, Abma’s Farm Market and Nursery, and R&S Land- scaping will display their flower arrangements and orchids all week. ASB collects pajamas and books Atlantic Stewardship Bank Associates Kayleigh Abma and Jaime Orsillo gather the pajamas and books the bank col- lected in support of the ‘One Million Good Nights Pajama Program.’ During the month of March, bank customers and associates were asked to donate new pajamas and books to help the Pajama Program reach its goal of providing 1 Mil- lion Good Nights to Children in need. The Pajama Program, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, provides new pajamas and new books to children in need. The One Million Good Nights campaign will allow the Pajama Program to distribute an additional one million new pairs of pajamas and one million new books. For information about the Pajama Program, visit http://paja- maprogram.org/WordPress. To learn more about ASB, visit asbnow.com. Learn about orchid varieties and care on Tuesday, May 6 at 7 p.m. with orchid expert John Sullivan. There will be a special contest to win a free orchid. During the week, the floral watercolors of local artist Rosemarie Crabtree will be exhibited. Patrons of all ages are invited to make a paper orchid corsage for Mother’s Day on Saturday, May 10. The library is located at 250 Godwin Avenue. Rezoning hearing A friendly visit The Easter Bunny, aka Janey Ruggle, paid a visit to Family Hair Care in Midland Park. Here she offers a treat from her bountiful basket to Tara Hall. (continued from page 11) restaurants could operate until 1 a.m. Existing warehouse and storage operations could continue as pre-existing uses. The maximum building height for a three-story build- ing would be 40 feet. The minimum lot size would be 20,000 square feet, with a minimum lot width of 100 feet and minimum lot depth of 150 feet. The minimum front yard would be 20 feet, and the maximum front yard would be 35 feet. The minimum side yard would be 15 feet, and the minimum rear yard would be 35 feet. The maximum building lot coverage would be 50 percent and the maximum impervi- ous coverage would be 70 percent. The B3A Business Zone would include all properties on the west side of Goffle Road east from the Prospect Park border to approximately 100 feet west from the inter- section of Wagaraw Road, all properties on the west side of Goffle Road between Westervelt Avenue and Mohawk Avenue, and all properties on the block bounded by Mohawk Avenue, Goffle Road, and North 8th Street, and three properties on the west side of North 8th Street. The B3A zone excludes automotive operations, but like the B3 zone, encourages restaurants and permits outdoor dining if space is adequate. April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 13 Midland Park Sunday morning play discussion is replay of long ago It is déjà vu when it comes to the Sunday morning use of borough-owned fields for organized sports in Midland Park. The borough council last week came to an under- standing with representatives of the sports organizations to allow Sunday games beginning at 10 a.m., but the agreement will not be put in writing. It will not be codi- fied into an ordinance nor subject to the public hearing process an ordinance change would require. The current discussion is the result of a 35-year-old decision made by another council to bypass an ordinance change on the same issue. The decision this time around followed a lengthy discussion during last week’s borough Chamber to hold Business Card Exchange The Midland Park Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business Card Exchange on Wednesday, May 7 at 7:30 p.m. at Atlantic Stewardship Bank, 630 Godwin Avenue. Members are invited to bring a friend who is not a member. The Chamber’s Special Events Coordinator, Lisa Plasse, will give a brief overview of the organization’s activities for the year ahead. For additional information contact President Dr. Lori Nuzzi at 201-447-2570. council meeting, at which the board of recreation chair- man, sports enthusiasts, a church pastor, the mayor, coun- cilmen and other residents weighed in on both sides of the issue. The item was not on the agenda, however. At the center of the controversy was the borough’s ordinance on park use, originally adopted in 1973 and amended in 2007, which simply says that “the hours between which the Vander Meer and Dairy Street Fields (and the Junior League Field) may be used shall be between dawn and dusk….” Councilman Mark Braunius, the liaison to the Board of Recreation, said he had been approached by the board members about the issue, and upon research had discov- ered that Sunday morning play is not prohibited. Unoffi- cially, Sunday play up to now has begun at 1 p.m. Board of Recreation President Robert Sansone said most traveling team games have to be played out of town because Midland Park doesn’t have enough fields to accommodate all the games, particularly in case of make- up games. Starting games at 10 a.m., he said, permits the addition of another game with rest time in between. He said there are 113 children in the traveling program ages eight through 14. Sansone said up to now the sports organizations had been abiding by the 1 p.m. rule, and they did not want to make changes without the council’s approval, even though the rule is not written down anywhere. “The 1 p.m. start has taxed our players. We have to schedule double headers for make up games, and it makes scheduling very difficult,” said Kyle Kuhnel, president of the Midland Park Baseball Association. Sunday play on town fields was allowed by the council as a result of an unbinding public referendum in 1979. The petition to place the question on the ballot was spear- headed by the soccer association, and met with strong opposition from “Save Our Sundays,” a citizens commit- tee concerned with the quality of life of the residents of the recreation area and the possibility of discrimination against children who could not participate because of family values or church attendance. Play time restrictions were considered once the referendum was approved, but ultimately the council did not change the existing ordi- nance, claiming the ban was more a matter of interpreta- tion. Frank Post of Franklin Avenue, who has a long history of participation in the sports organizations and had been involved in the referendum effort, said that the referendum was sold to the voters on the promise that there would be no morning play to compete with church services. “It’s going back on a promise,” said Post. Tony Vuolo, a long time member and former president of the Board of Recreation agreed.”The Board of Recreation promised no games before 1 p.m.,” Vuolo said. Rev. Karen Popjes of Oak Hill Road said it was unfair to make families choose between sports and church, and possibly having to sit the bench if missing a game or prac- tice. She said not all churches have several services to choose from to avoid the conflict. Jerry Iannone of Birch Street said the teams should be allowed to play since there is no written prohibition. “The law should be followed,” he said. He said his church has several services to choose from. Councilman Nick Papapietro said it was better to have youngsters playing on the fields than playing video games indoors. Councilman Jack Considine said parents should be the ones to make the decision, not the council. Councilman Scott Pruiksma said that even though times change, Midland Park does not necessarily have to change. “People move to town for the respect for the day,” Pruiksma said, adding that perhaps another referendum would be in order. Borough Attorney Robert Regan said the council could authorize him to draft a change to the ordinance if it wished to define the hours of use. “It’s up to the parents how they want to bring up their children,” said Mayor Patrick “Bud” O’Hagan, “but we should define dawn to dusk. I can already see someone wanting to push the envelope.” “We’re not looking for you to rewrite the ordinance. Has anyone abused the rule?” said Sansone. “We get it. We’re trying to make it easier for everybody,” he added. Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • April 30, 2014 Young people swell volunteer ambulance corps’ ranks While other area volunteer ambu- lance corps have been reluctant to add young people to their ranks, the Waldwick Volunteer Ambulance Corps has been actively recruiting them and now counts 12 members under the age of 20. “This has increased our membership, enthusiasm and call volumes,” said Corps Capt. Tami Moses. One junior member, Matthew Dreier of Ridgewood, was sworn in last week as a second lieutenant. At the age of 18, he is the youngest member to ever hold office in the WVAC. “We’re proud and honored to have him in our town,” said Mayor Thomas Gior- dano. “He has been a tremendous asset to the Corps, not only by taking on such a responsibility at such a young age, but has proved himself many times over, taking on a job and following through and bring- ing forth new ideas. He has helped and mentored others who have joined, taking them under his wing, and keeps them involved,” said Moses. “He took 205 calls Waldwick Borough Clerk Paula Jaegge swears in Matthew Dreier as second lieutenant of the Waldwick Volunteer Ambulance Corps as his parents, Dr. Marc and Jocelyn Dreier of Ridge- wood, look on. for last year, and always acts in a profes- sional manner. He is a knowledgeable, caring young man who has gained the respect from his fellow officers, members and other agencies we work with: Valley Hospital paramedics, area ambulance corps and our police department,” Moses added. Meier joined the WVAC as a junior member at the age of 16, when he received his NJ State EMT certification. Five other young members from Ridgewood went through the EMT class and also joined the Corps. Last year, the Corps changed its by- laws to allow 18 year old members to drive the ambulance. This was cleared through the boroughs insurance company and was welcomed by the mayor and council. “This allowed us to take more calls, especially during the daytime hours, when most other members are still at work,” Moses explained. Meier also became the first member to become a certified driver at the age of 18. (continued on page 16) April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 15 Chamber dedicates 5K Run/Walk to SSG D’Augustine The Seventh Annual Waldwick 5K Run/1 Mile Walk on Sunday, May 4th is being dedicated once again in memory of Marine SSGT. Joseph D’Augustine, with his initials, JD embedded within the heart which is at the center of the Run’s logo. “We added the JD inside the heart to symbolize that SSGT Joseph D’Augustine will always be in our hearts and never forgotten,” explained race Director Stan Kowalski. Sgt. D’Augustine, a Waldwick resident and graduate of Waldwick High School, was killed in action on March 27, 2012 while serving his second tour of duty in Afghanistan, follow- ing two tours in Iraq. The popular Run, which is USATF sanctioned as well as a NB500 Grand Prix event, gets underway at 9 a.m. at the Waldwick High School Track & Field. The 1 Mile Walk starts at 9:30am. Last year the event attracted over 700 participants, and Kowalski said this year he expects a much larger turnout. As of late last week, 500 runners and walkers had already preregistered, including the Mahwah Marine Moms. “It’s our way of giving back to the community of Waldwick. There’s no other way I can think of to bring everyone together for such a wonderful event, and there’s nothing like seeing hundreds of smiling faces cross the Finish line!” said Kowalski. Two DJs will entertain, and The Waldwick School of Rock will perform at the finish line, weather permitting. “It will be a lot of fun!” said Chamber President Michele Calise. Massage Envy Spa is returning for the fourth year as the Presenting Sponsor, and PSE&G, Oritani Bank, & Shop Rite of Ramsey/Inserra Supermarkets are the Platinum sponsors. In all over 60 businesses have signed on as sponsors. Massage Envy will offer complimentary chair and table massages to all participants. “We are very thankful to all our sponsors and partici- pants. It is they who make our efforts worthwhile,” said Calise. “Special thanks for the tremendous work of our Race Director, Stan Kowalski. He has worked tirelessly to make this a top notch event,” she added. Proceeds will be donated to the Sean Fisher Founda- tion and the Hope with Heart, both Waldwick-based heart charities; to the Staff Sergeant Joseph D�Augustine Memorial Fund as well as to Waldwick High School scholarships and to a number of volunteer and commu- nity organizations in Waldwick. Prizes will be awarded to male/female first, second and third place finishers. A $50 gift certificate will go to anyone who breaks the course record. The current record for the Waldwick 5K was set by Rob Nihen last year (15:17); Mollie Pozolo set the female course record at 19:37. For runners unfamiliar with the course or those wanting to refresh their memories, View the Race has prepared an explicit videotape of the actual course. The 4-5 min. narrated piece may be viewed at the new race website waldwick5k.com Pre-registered participants will receive commemo- rative tech t-shirts, and valuable goody bags will go to the first 475 registered runners and walkers. This year there are 14 age categories, and over $2,500 worth of awards and gifts is being given away, including valu- able watches and gift certificates. To see the awards visit http://waldwickchamber.com/2014-waldwick-5k-home- page/5k-awards Pre-race pickup of bibs, shirts and goody bags will take place on Saturday, May 3 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Waldwick Ambulance Corps building off Wyckoff Avenue. Same-day registration will be from 7:30 a.m. until 8:45 a.m. at the field. Registration forms may be picked up and dropped off at Kallman Travel, 20 Har- rison Avenue, Waldwick, NJ. For online registration or additional information, visit www.waldwickcham- ber.com or www.raceforum.com or call Kim Man- ziano at 201-693-6734. Please “Like” the Waldwick Chamber of Commerce on Facebook: http://www. facebook.com/pages/Waldwick-Chamber-of-Com- merce/170932866286445. “If you’re not running or walking in the event, please come down and cheer everyone on! We look forward to seeing everyone,” said Kowalski. The race director offered the following suggestions for participants and visitors: * Parking will be available at Waldwick Middle School and Waldwick High School lots (155 Wyckoff Ave.) Additional parking at the Village School and Forum School lots, which can be accessed from Monroe Ave. Parking will be prohibited on the 5K course streets. * A bag check will be available near the registration tent. * The Waldwick Warriors snack stand will be open for beverage and snacks sales. * Runners are asked to check the white board at the Servpro awards tent to see if they have won one of 46 quality prizes just for being part of the event. Winners must be present as prizes are drawn or their prizes will be donated to charity. * Stop by the Massage Envy Spa of Waldwick tent for a free stretch or massage * Please support the 5K winners at the awards cer- emony, which starts at 10:10 a.m. Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • April 30, 2014 Civility is a fine thing Some time ago, a buddy of mine who is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran slipped into a seat at a library to check his e-mail and noticed a cluster of something gray off to one side of the keyboard. He examined the strange pile of gem-like objects, and then jolted back in horror. The objects were someone’s fingernail trimmings. They had presumably come from a female, considering the length and traces of nail polish -- unless Fu Manchu slipped into northwest Bergen County and left his calling card. “That’s disgusting!” my friend gagged. I, too, jolted back. I was U.S. Army Airborne -- train- ing injury, no combat -- but I used to ride with two differ- ent motorcycle “clubs” as an observer. I once survived a good-natured live scalping attempt by a real Indian, and I have covered about a dozen homicides while the blood, in some cases, was still fresh on the sidewalk or in the mud. I never once fainted. I kept the scalp. I still have some it. Having said this, let me point out that I completely agree that library computers are not an appropriate drop-off point for nail clippings, with or without the latest fashions in nail polish. You do not need to be a sissy to resent trip- ping over evidence of somebody else’s personal hygiene in a public place. You simply need to have experienced a reasonable degree of personal hygiene and, above all, civility. I was recently recovering from a drastic relapse of some sort of flu that does not succumb to much besides constant rest. When I forced myself to get back on my metaphorical news horse and check out some ledes (that’s how old-time journalists spell it, so as not to confuse information with the type-casting metal used in the linotype machines), I found that half the people I needed to talk with were sick and either hiding out at home or desperate to get there. The other half were so leery of infection that they did not want to talk to me unless I stayed about 10 feet away and avoided sneezing or coughing. I kindly complied. Here are a couple of ideas. We should respectfully retire the custom of shaking hands from public life for the remainder of the flu reason, and maybe forever. Hand shaking was a great warm-hearted way to greet people or seal a deal before people knew about germs. Today, hand-shaking is an anachronism on the level of swords, six-guns, hoop skirts, and parasols -- with or without con- cealed blades. Nobody knows who has what anymore. We should absolutely turn away when sneezing or coughing. Better yet, we should leave the room when ready to cough or sneeze. Best of all, we should have stayed home in the first place. If official business can survive school break, it can survive sick break. The next challenge is those people who do not aspire to be ladies or gentlemen. A lady or a gentleman is not simply a member of the appropriate gender. A lady or a gentleman is a person who does not give offense to others except in self-defense. A friend recently found a crumpled tissue, obviously recently used, at a computer station. He is a lawyer. He is also a gentleman. He told the librarian on duty that if another such anomaly transpired, he would file a writ- ten complaint. He was right to threaten so. Those who use public spaces are enjoined from provocative costume, loud conversations, racy photos, and long or obscene tele- phone calls touched off by loud claxons and jangles. This is entirely fair and just. The rest of us have a right not to be disturbed. We also have a right not to be infected. People who drop off crumpled tissues -- or fingernail clippings -- need to be confronted. Should they persist, they need to be asked if they are local taxpayers. If they are not, they need to be told to use their own hometown libraries as disease incubators. Helping somebody through a bout of poverty or unemployment is a nice thing to do. The librarians are good about this. I have no problem with people who do not pay the rather exorbitant taxes in north- west Bergen County if they responsibly come here to try to find work. I have big problems with having them pass their germs around. Keep them home. People can get sick from things other than germs. We have long since terminated all smoking in public indoor spaces, and we waited far too long to do so. Several decades of lies by the cigarette companies that “the word is still out” and “there’s no real evidence that smoking causes lung cancer” killed far more Americans than all our foreign wars during the same period. Nobody, to my knowledge, ever had to climb 13 steps and wait to pay the consequences for these particular murders, but I suppose slow suicide is a sort of civil right until you get caught. The ban took a long time, but when it got here it was a great idea and should continue to expand to cover all public places and all private places not owned by smokers. Raise the sights a little. Cigarette butts may, to some people, symbolize nonchalance and liberation. I can tell you from experience that the people who feel that way very seldom maintain that opinion when they start to cough up pieces of their lungs and they can’t blow out a match from two feet away. While we wait, as if were, for the catastrophic wisdom to set in, we should crank up enforcement of littering with discarded cigarette butts to the tune of $100 a butt on public property or any private property not owned by the smoker. The same ban should extend to people who drink and leave their beverage bottles on the curbs – and not for recycling. I do not need to hear that this would not work. Last time my wife and I visited my daughter in Cali- fornia, I saw one discarded cigarette butt and one person smoking in an alley behind some industrial buildings. We can do this. We should do this. Smoking is still cool? Stay cool indoors. Do not make the rest of us watch when you find out why it is no longer cool. Ever had someone try to get you to kill yourself with- out the use of cigarettes? A couple of times a month, it seems, somebody drives up behind me when I am doing the speed limit in a residential area, tailgates me, and then honks after I have already turned. Adults who cannot run their lives to the point where they usually have no need to speed obviously have issues, but the fact that they take precautions against pursuit for their rudeness adds a telltale glimmer of paranoia to their compromised profile. Police need to promulgate the three-digit call on aggressive drivers and haul them over on observation. I might add that the apparent reluctance to ticket speeders in residential neighborhoods can be seen to run hand-in-hand with the number of serious collisions and occasional injuries. Blindsiding somebody because people ignore stop signs or speed limits may happen all the time, but that does not make anyone feel better at the emergency room or the body shop. Start writing those tickets. Make them huge revenue items even if they are somewhat more arduous than soak- ing kids and minorities $40 a pop because they couldn’t find their insurance card in time when pulled over on sus- picion. Nobody ever died because the accident-free driver had misplaced an insurance card. It is sad that it would come to this -- but it has. People who will not stay home or take reasonable precautions when they are sick, people who leave germ-ridden tissues in public places, people who insist on speeding when a chimp or a macaque would know it was dangerous, people who litter the roads and sidewalks with bottles or stubbed- out cigarettes have fallen below civility. They represent a problem not only for civil people, but, in many cases, for the police. In their angry self-assurance, they represent a challenge to society. Let them pay for it, one incivility at a time. Letters to the Editor National Day of Prayer is May 1 Dear Editor: We want to urge everyone to participate in this year’s observance of the 63 nd Annual National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 1. Since 1952, when Congress established an annual day of prayer, millions of Americans have gath- ered each year in churches, synagogues, schools, parks, and other venues to intercede for our nation. In 2 Chronicles 7:14, the Lord proclaims, “If my people, who call on My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, I will forgive their sins, and I will heal their land.” The theme for this year’s observance is: “One Voice, United in Prayer” based on Romans 15:6, “So that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Neither political nor partisan, the National Day of Prayer is a solemn occasion to seek the favor of Almighty God on behalf of the United States of America. It is important to remember the real purpose and meaning of the First Amendment: to prohibit the government from establishing an official religious denomination, while at the same time permitting elected leaders to promote the religious wel- fare of the people for the purpose of civil government. The combination of the Establishment Clause and Free Exercise Clause of the Constitution was intended to create a govern- ment attitude of “benevolent neutrality” toward religion. History has recorded a wealth of evidence that our founding fathers intended the United States to be a haven for those dedicated to biblical truth. Daniel Webster said, “To preserve the government we must also preserve morals. Morality rests on religion: If you destroy the foundation, the superstructure must fall. When the public mind becomes vitiated and corrupt, laws are a nullity and constitutions are waste paper.” Patrick Henry articulated a similar caution, saying, “The great pillars of all government and of social life are virtue, morality, and religion. This is armor…and this alone, that renders us invincible.” Between noon and 1 p.m. on May 1, people across the country will gather to pray for America in the following areas of influence: church, education, family, government, media, military, and business. There are many ways you can participate in the NDP. Check your local newspaper or the website www.national- dayofprayer.org for specific events and times in your area. Phyllis and Ken Johnson Midland Park Ambulance corps (continued from page 14) The WVAC’s Ambulance Driving Course consists of 100 miles of non-emergency riding, components and tests on knowing the inside and outside of every ambulance, a defensive driving course, a road course, knowing the street names, what side of town they are on, best route to the area hospitals, and several other components. And most importantly, the member must have a clean driving record. “This has proved to be a success for us, now being able to have a duty crew every night. Daytime crews and most weekends are covered. This saves residents from being charged when another service has to come into our town to take our calls, which happened when we were unavail- able,” Moses said. “The youth is our future; it is nice to see so many young people wanting to volunteer their time and make a differ- ence,” said Moses. “It takes a special type of individual to do what we do. The best thing ever is when you see that person you took care of a few weeks later in the super- market, and they are doing okay. That is what it’s all about - you helped them. The greatest reward ever,” added the Corps captain. The Corps is always looking for new members and is now in the middle of a membership drive. Anyone inter- ested in joining is asked to visit the Corps’ website at waldwickems.com or stop by at its first open house to be held on Monday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m. April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 17 Franklin Lakes Scribe Annual cleanup announced The annual Franklin Lakes Cleanup and Beautifica- tion Day will be held on Saturday, May 17. Volunteers will meet from 9 a.m. to noon at the Franklin Lakes Nature Pre- serve. Participants are also invited to attend a demonstration of Xeriscaping, a simple and easy gardening plan that reduces the need for water, and may sow wildflower seeds at the entrance to the preserve. The day’s events will include vis- iting with Robby the Recycling Raccoon and face paint- ing. Bags, gloves, and picks will be provided and a light breakfast will be available courtesy of the Franklin Lakes PBA. Students and Scouts may earn up to three community service credits for participating. The cleanup is being coordinated by the Franklin Lakes Environmental Commission. For more information, con- tact Carole Holden at cwholden@verizon.net. Holistic nutritionist to speak Holistic nutritionist Dr. Dani Segal will discuss the heal- ing properties of chocolate and the benefits of cocoa with the Franklin Lakes Branch of the Valley Hospital Auxiliary on Monday, May 19. The program will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the ambulance corps building on Bender Court. Dr. Segal and her husband have owned Healthy Thymes Market in Vernon for 23 years. She holds two master’s degrees in nutrition, including one with a concentration in homeopathy. In 2012, she earned a Ph.D. in holistic nutri- tion with a concentration in sports nutrition. She will pro- vide samples and a recipe for her Little Healthy Kisses. Community members are invited. For membership information, contact June Linz at junel1369@live.com or (201) 396-9711. Library hosts varied programs Franklin Lakes Public Library, located at 470 DeKorte Drive, hosts free programs for adults. Seating will be avail- able on a first-come basis. For more information, call (201) 891-2224. Join hearing aid consumer advocate and author Wendy Richmond on Thursday, May 1 at 1 p.m. for a session on how to cut the high costs of hearing aids. Richmond will discuss myths about hearing aids, questions to ask before signing agreements when purchasing a new hearing aid, and more. A question and answer session will follow. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome. On Sunday, May 4, jazz drummer Mike Luipersbeck will perform with his all-star trio at 2 p.m. In addition to Luipersbeck, the trio includes piano prodigy Peter Greco and bassist Ron Naspo. The concert will feature music from the Great American Songbook, Broadway, Elvis, the Beatles, and more. Betsy Coyne will present a program about Pinterest on Tuesday, May 6. Learn how this social networking and con- tent sharing service works and create an account to start “pinning.” The program will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Learn to navigate the Bergen County Cooperative Library System on Wednesday, May 7 at 11 a.m. Partici- pants will search for books, DVDs, and CDs, and request items. Registration for BCCLS 101 is required. Call (201) 891-2224, extension 106. On May 8 at 7 p.m., Dave Pilkington of Borst Organic will discuss a realistic approach to environmentally- friendly lawn care. “Treating Turf with a Modified Organ- ics Program” is perfect for anyone looking for safe method to keep a lawn green. Camp Invention returns to CRS Camp Invention, a national educational program recog- nized for fostering innovative thinking, real world problem solving, and the spirit of invention, is coming to Colonial Road School July 7 through 11. Camp will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students who will be entering grades one through six are welcome. The program encourages (continued on page 18) Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • April 30, 2014 Obituaries Erin Barbarito Erin Barbarito, nee Christianse, of Midland Park, for- merly of Ridgefield Park, died April 23. She was 34. She was a graduate of Ramapo College and was employed as a teacher at the Ketler/Brookside Elementary School in Westwood. She is survived by her husband Joel, her parents Thomas and Sharon Christiansen, and her brother Andrew Christiansen. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Memorial dona- tions may be made to www.adoptaussoldier.org, AAUSS 7440 South Blackhawk Street, Suite 15-106, Englewood, CO 80112. Nancy Millicent Bristow Nancy Millicent Bristow, nee Corbett, of Mahwah, died April 23. She was 84. She attended Queens College and received her master’s degree from Columbia University. She was a secondary level math teacher and an avid gar- dener. She was a member of the Fyke Nature Association and a volunteer at the New Jersey Botanical Gardens. She is co-author of “Identifying Woody Plants at the Celery Farm Natural Area.” She is survived by her son David, her daughter Ruth Portela, and her grandchildren Michael and Sara Portela. She was predeceased by her husband John, her daughter Martha, and her sister Jeanne. Visitation will be held at Wanamaker & Carlough Funeral Home, 177 Route 59 in Suffern, New York on Friday, May 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be Saturday, May 3 at Saint John’s Episcopal Church in Ramsey. Memorial donations may be made to the New Jersey Botanical Gar- dens at Skylands, NJBG/Skylands Association, P.O. Box 302, Ringwood, NJ 07456. Angelo Burrafato Jr. Angelo Burrafato Jr. of Vernon, formerly of Franklin Lakes, died April 18. He was 55. He was the owner and president of Pinecroft Landscaping of Franklin Lakes for 20 years. He is survived by his wife Karyn (nee Montuori) and his children Victor, Tyler, Olivia, and Hannah. He is also survived by his parents Angelo and Flora Burrafato and his siblings Dottie, Frank, and Maria. Arrangements were made by C.C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home in Ridgewood. Memorial donations may be made to www.rescueridge. com or www.teaparty.org/impeach-obama-petition. Jacob ‘Jack’ Dykhouse Jr. Jacob “Jack” Dykhouse Jr. of Wanaque, formerly of Midland Park, died April 20. He was 79. He was a mail carrier for the Ridgewood Post Office for 38 years. After retiring, he worked part time as an assistant maintenance man at F.G. Montabert and later as a crossing guard in Mid- land Park. He was a member of the Christian Reformed Church of Midland Park where he served as an elder and Sunday school superintendent for many years. He was a founding member of the gospel group The Hilltoppers. He is survived by his wife Frances (nee Van Der Plaats) Dyk- house, his children Linda Krantz of Pompton Lakes and Jacob of Wanaque, and four grandchildren. He was prede- ceased by his siblings Margaret Ten Hoeve, Garret J., and Harold. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Christian Reformed Church of Midland Park, 183 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, NJ 07432. Robert Yuhas. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat- Caggiano Funeral Home in Fair Lawn. Memorial donations may be made in memory of Wendi Nicholson-Hayden to the John Hopkins Scleroderma Center, 5200 Eastern Avenue, Suite 4100, Mason F. Lord Boulevard, Center Tower, Balti- more, MD 21224. Thomas R. Maskery Jr. of Wyckoff, formerly of Ring- wood, died April 18. He was 52. He was vice president of sales for Eyewear Design in Syosett, Long Island and a parishioner of Saint Elizabeth’s R.C. Church in Wyckoff. He is survived by his wife Kathleen (nee Piotrowski) Maskery of Wyckoff and his children Nicole Maskery of Wyckoff and Melissa Mackey of Franklin Lakes. He is also survived by his parents Thomas and Joan Maskery of Ringwood and his sister Maureen Annese of Parsippany. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat-Vermeulen Memorial Home in Franklin Lakes. Memorial donations may be made to Ame- disys, 30 Prospect Avenue, Hackensack, NJ. FLOW Notes Thomas R. Maskery Jr. Doris E. Moulder Doris E. Moulder of Wyckoff, formerly of Congers, New York and Columbus, Ohio, died April 21. She was 82. She was a registered nurse at Nyack Hospital before retir- ing in 1993. She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Interna- tional. She is survived by her children Robert P. Moulder Jr., Lynne Cerreta, and Darcy Odierno, and nine grandchil- dren. She is also survived by her sisters Marilyn Carroll and Jeanette Prosser. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Bergen County Special Services Autism Continuum Washington Programs, 355 East Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652. Edna T. Recca Edna T. Recca, nee Ketterer, of Fair Lawn, formerly of Franklin Lakes and Riverdale, died April 16. She was 89. She worked for the Curtiss Wright Corporation during World War II. She was a former parishioner of Blessed Sacrament R.C. Church in Paterson. She is survived by her children Diane Hayes of Riverdale, Elaine Lembo of Waldwick, Arthur J. Recca of Fair Lawn, James Recca of Saddle Brook, and Kathy Recca of North Haledon. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grand- children. She was predeceased by her husband Arthur P. Recca and her siblings Florence Joliffe, Ernest Ketterer, and John Ketterer. Arrangements were made by Brown- ing-Forshay Funeral Home in Hawthorne. Memorial dona- tions may be made the to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163-4777. Evelyn Ruth Yuhas Evelyn Ruth Yuhas, nee Bokma, of Wyckoff, formerly of Hasbrouck Heights and Fair Lawn, died April 18. Before retiring, she was a waitress with Lido Restaurant in Hack- ensack for 20 years. She is survived by her children Robert Yuhas and Barbara Ann Lengen. She is also survived by three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and her sister of Ina Haas. She was predeceased by her husband Flapjack Fundraiser set On May 3, FLOW Follies and Applebee’s® will host a Flapjack Fundraiser from 8 to 10 a.m. at the restaurant’s location at 1200 Route 23 North in Butler. Proceeds will benefit the scholarship program for the graduates of Ramapo and Indian Hills high schools. Cast members from FLOW Follies will be on hand to serve pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs, and beverages. Tickets to the fundraiser are $12 and may be purchased at www.flowfollies or by calling (201) 956-4059. Tickets will be available at the door. Press releases for this column may be sent to editorial@villadom.com. Deadline is Wednesday at noon. Franklin Lakes Scribe (continued from page 17) inventive young minds through hands-on problem solving using science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in a fun and creative atmosphere. Camp Invention was founded by Inductees of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Programming is devel- oped through partnerships with the United States Patent and Trademark Office and inspired by inductees of the Hall of Fame and finalists of the Collegiate Inventors Competi- tion. Camp Invention’s 2014 curriculum -- “Morphed!” -- immerses students in hands-on activities, such as building original prototypes, creating a personalized motor-powered vehicle, and disassembling electronics to build an insect- themed pinball machine. Local programs are facilitated and taught by educators who reside and teach in those com- munities. For details, visit www.campinvention.org. Environmental commissioners to speak On May 5, representatives from the Franklin Lakes Environmental Commission discuss the borough’s environ- mental programs with the Franklin Lakes Republican Club. The group will meet at 7:45 p.m. in the ambulance corps building on Bender Court. Commission representatives will discuss the economic and environmental importance of recycling. A question and answer session will follow. The Franklin Lakes Republican Club is a non-profit organization established to represent the Republican Party in Franklin Lakes. The club is devoted to the cause of com- munity improvement and good government through an organized Republican Party and the support of candidates for public office who will best represent the interests of the residents and taxpayers of Franklin Lakes. Light refresh- ments will be served. To RSVP, contact Pete Swist at (201) 337-5140 or Judi Yglesias at (201) 891-4384. Fuel sales (continued from page 3) That shared service agreement covers building, construc- tion, fire, plumbing, and electrical services. Ho-Ho-Kus expects to save more than $100,000 per year under the merger, as Ho-Ho-Kus no longer needs to employ a construction official or the various inspectors and sub-code officials. As the lead agency, Midland Park provides the construc- tion official and all inspectors and sub-code officials for both municipalities. Ho-Ho-Kus retained its zoning offi- cial, property maintenance official, fire official, fire pre- vention official, and fire inspector. Ho-Ho-Kus still maintains a basic construction depart- ment, which initiates permits and other paperwork, and maintains related files. J. CRUSCO April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 19 Wyckoff Wanderings Register for summer & fall sports Registration for Wyckoff Recreation’s summer and fall sports programs will be held May 10 from 9 to 11 a.m. and May 13 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the cafeteria at Eisen- hower School located on Calvin Court. Forms will be available at registration. Summer Sports Clinics for Wyckoff youths include one week of baseball, two weeks of basketball, a one-week tennis camp, and two weeks of soccer, roller hockey, kickball, volleyball, and cheerlead- ing. Materials will also be available for Bergen’s Best Soccer Camp, O’Hagan’s Sports Camps (football and basketball camps), the North Jersey Lacrosse Camp, and Wyckoff’s Multi-sport Camp run by the U.S. Sports Institute. All camps will be held in Wyckoff during different weeks of the summer. The recreation football program is open to children who will be entering grades three through eight in the fall of 2014. Two identical wallet-size pictures are required at registration. All registrants, even those who participated last year, must bring a copy of their birth certificate. The fee is $185. Children who will be in kindergarten through grade two this fall may register for flag football. The program will run on Sat- urday afternoons at Community Park from mid-late September through early-mid November. Children are permitted to play K-2 flag football and K-2 soccer during the same season as the times do not con- flict. The registration fee is $60. Volunteer coaches are needed. The football cheerleading program is open to girls who will be in grades four through eight this September. Prac- tices begin in August and the season runs through mid-November. The fee for this program is $80. Adults may sign up for this summer’s slow pitch softball leagues. The fee is $65 and the season runs from mid-June through mid-August. The men’s softball league is open to Wyckoff men age 30 and over. Games are played Sundays at 9 a.m. and Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Wyckoff women age 23 and over may join the women’s softball league. The season runs from mid-June through mid- August and games are played on Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. During registration, Wyckoff children may sign up for the fall football, flag foot- ball, and cheerleading programs. For more information, call (201) 891- 3350 or visit www.wyckoff-nj.com. Temple Beth Rishon celebrates Israeli Independence Day A “Celebrate Israel” Shabbat service will be held at Temple Beth Rishon May 9 at 8 p.m. The service will feature choral pieces and folk songs in honor of Yom Ha’Atzma’ut (Israeli Independence Day) and the State of Israel’s 66 th Anniversary. Participants in the service will include the adult and teen choirs, Cantors Ilan Mamber and Jenna Daniels, soloist Jo-Ann Skiena Garey, pianist Itay Goren, and per- cussionist Jimmy Cohen. A reception with Traffic circle plan (continued from page 5) In November 2013, Mayor Frank Bivona made a recommendation at the council’s work session that more information be obtained about the traffic impact on that circle as a result of the development of the High Mountain Golf Club. Bivona explained that inasmuch as no site plan has yet been submitted to the planning board for its review he felt the changes to the traf- fic circle should be delayed until the plan- ning board approves the plan for the golf course development. In December 2013, county officials decided to proceed with the changes to the traffic circle. Work was to have begun at the end of January, depending on the weather conditions at that time. Bergen County Engineer Gary Ascolese emphasized that the changes to the circle that were planned by the county would make the traffic circle consistent with all traffic circles in the state and had nothing to do with the High Mountain Golf Club housing development. The Bergen County Freeholders then adopted an ordinance in December 2013 that authorized the county to proceed with the planned changes to the circle despite a request by the borough to delay the project due to the potential impact of the devel- opment of the High Mountain Golf Club property on Franklin Lake Road and that intersection. James X. Sattely, the Bergen County counsel, explained in a letter to Franklin Lakes Borough Attorney William Smith at that time that the traffic circle does not comply with the requirements of the Federal Highway Administration’s 2009 manual on uniform traffic control devices, which provides that there must be “yield” signs on each approach to the circle. He also stated that the manual does not permit the borough-owned flashing signal that flashes yellow on Franklin Lake Road and red on High Mountain Road. In addition, Sattely pointed out that traffic on Franklin Lake Road approaches the circle as a through street, while drivers entering the circle from a “stop” controlled intersection with High Mountain Road have an expectation that all approaching traffic will yield to them once they enter the circle. He claimed that this “disconnect” had led to 61 traffic accidents at the circle in the past five years, most of which involved right angle collisions in which a Franklin Lake Road driver “T-bones” a High Moun- tain Road driver who has entered the circle with an expectation of safe passage after entering the circle. Satterly advised Smith that Ascolese believes it is possible to immediately reduce accidents at this site by the use of “yield” signs on all four approaches to the circle and, when the weather warms, to add pavement striping to define the traveled way. In addition, Sattely advised Smith that the borough’s flashing traffic signal must be removed. According to Sattely, if the county failed to act to eliminate a known risk the bor- ough has brought to the county’s attention, it could lead to the county and the borough losing the immunity granted by the state’s Tort Claim Act. Israeli desserts will follow the service. For further information, contact the temple office at (201) 891-4466 or visit www.bethrishon.org. Pre-Natal Classes available Expectant moms are invited to partici- pate in the classes at Bump to Bump Mater- nity at 300 Franklin Avenue, Wyckoff. This maternity consignment store hosts pre- natal yoga classes on Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m. A breastfeeding class is held on the last Monday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. The next class is scheduled for May 19. Class size is limited. Visit www.bumptobump- maternity.com to register for classes or for additional information. Gardening workshop set Learn how to keep color in the garden all year when Julienne Watson and Rocky Bilyeu present a Wednesday, May 7 work- shop in the Monroe Room at the Wyckoff Public Library, 200 Woodland Avenue in Wyckoff. The program will begin at 7 p.m. Watson is a specialty gardener and Bilyeu is a division manager at R&S Land- scaping, the company that landscapes the grounds at the library. To register, call the reference desk at (201) 891-4866, option 2 or e-mail wyckref@bccls.org. Mayer presents self defense workshop On Sunday, May 18, Mark Mayer will present a program on self-defense tech- niques for young women at the Wyckoff Family YMCA, 691 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff. “Education, Awareness, and Self Defense Techniques for Young Women” will begin at 1 p.m. and is geared toward young women going to college, but is open to women age 15 and older. Mayer will share his three decades of martial arts and self-defense experience. He will cover basic physical tactics, street awareness skills, and how to deal effec- tively with adrenal stress. A $25 donation to the Y’s Annual Cam- paign is requested. To register, call the Y at (201) 891-2081 or visit http://www.wyckof- fymca.org. Cabaret performances announced The Wyckoff Family YMCA will host Cabaret Night performances on Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3. These 7:30 p.m. programs will be held at the Y at 691 Wyckoff Avenue. From “Chicago” to “Cabaret” and beyond, this revue is the work of two of musical theater’s greatest collaborators, John Kander and Fred Ebb. The event will include hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 the day of show. To purchase tickets, visit www. wyckoffymca.org. This program is recom- mended ages 16 years and up. Find your next great read The Wyckoff Public Library located at 200 Woodland Avenue will hold an April 29 workshop for those in search of their next great read. “Attention, Book Lovers” will be held at 7 p.m. The program will include tips on easy ways to find the perfect book to suit every style. Register online at wyckofflibrary.org or call (201) 891-4866, extension 2. Fish & Chips Dinner planned The Wyckoff Reformed Church will host a Fish & Chips Dinner on Saturday, May 17 from 5 to 7 p.m. Catered by Argyle Restaurant, the dinner will include fish or white meat chicken filet, french fries, cole- slaw, dessert, and lemonade, coffee, or tea. Diners may eat in or take out. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are $15 for adults and $7 for children under 10. To purchase tickets, call (201) 891-1782 between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. weekdays. The church is located at 580 Wyckoff Avenue in Wyckoff. Page 20 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & II • April 30, 2014 Reviewer anticipates this summer’s movie releases by Dennis Seuling If excitement is in short supply at the movie theater this time of year, it is because Hollywood holds its big movies for the summer, the industry’s most lucrative season. Since there will be such a crowding of movies at theaters between Memorial Day and Labor Day, it is wise to have an idea of what is heading this way. Following, along with their release dates, are a few films that sound like they will be worth seeing. “Jersey Boys” (June 20) is the screen version of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical about the four blue- collar young men from New Jersey who came together to form the ‘60s singing group The Four Seasons. Their trials and successes are accompanied by the hit songs that topped the charts for years, including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Dawn (Go Away),” “Working My Way Back to You,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes off of You.” John Lloyd Young reprises his role of Frankie Valli from the original Broadway cast, and Clint Eastwood directs. “Tammy” (July 2) stars Melissa McCarthy as the title character. Tammy is having a rough day. She totaled her car, got fired from her job at a fast-food restaurant, and dis- covered that her husband is cheating on her. Fed up, car- less, and broke, she looks to her only option, her often-tipsy grandmother Pearl (Susan Sarandon), with car, cash, and a desire to see Niagara Falls. Together, they set out on a raun- chy cross-country ride. The film was written by McCar- thy and her husband Ben Falcone. Kathy Bates and Mark Duplass co-star. “And so it Goes” (July 11) finds Michael Douglas again taking on the role of a less-than-admirable human being. Oren Little is a Realtor who does not much care for people. Obnoxious to anyone he encounters, he wants nothing more Susan Sarandon and Melissa McCarthy in a scene from ‘Tammy.’ than to sell one last house and retire in peace. His plan is undermined when his estranged son suddenly drops off a granddaughter (Sterling Jerins) he never knew existed and turns his life into a whirlwind. Absolutely clueless about how to care for this cute, abandoned nine-year-old, Oren tries to pawn her off on his neighbor Leah (Diane Keaton). However, bit by bit, Oren learns to open his heart to his family, Leah, and life. “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” (July 11) takes place 10 years after Caesar, the simian protagonist, led a rebellion of hyper-intelligent apes through the streets of San Francisco and a deadly pathogen wiped out much of humanity. A band of human survivors has made a fragile peace with the apes, but eventually hostilities break out that will determine who will emerge as Earth’s dominant species. Andy Serkis once again serves as the basis for Caesar, but all the apes are computer-generated, enabling some incredible sequences of the apes organizing in battle and using military strategy to overcome their human adversaries. Human stars include Gary Oldman, Jason Clarke, and Keri Russell. “Jupiter Ascending” (July 18) is a science fiction action romance starring Channing Tatum as Caine, a genetically engineered ex-military bounty hunter sent to Earth to rescue a human named Jupiter (Mila Kunis). Born under a night sky with portents predicting she is destined for great things, Jupiter lives in a cold reality as a janitor who has had a series of tough breaks. Caine must retrieve her and reveal her place as a member of intergalactic royalty. The film is filled with special effects as Caine and Jupiter soar through the air and Caine glides above the ground on energy beams. The character of Caine is a hybrid of human and a wolf-like creature, complete with fur and plenty of attitude. “A Most Wanted Man” (July 25) features one of Philip Seymour Hoffman’s final performances. He portrays Gunter Bachmann, a German intelligence operative stalk- ing a potential Islamist terror suspect in Hamburg. Karpov (Grigoriy Dobrygin), a mysterious, tortured half-Chechen, half-Russian man on the run arrives in the city’s Islamic community desperate for help and seeking his late Rus- sian father’s ill-gotten fortune. The man is an enigma. He could be a victim, a thief, or an extremist intent on destruc- tion. Drawn into this intrigue are a British banker and a young lawyer (Rachel McAdams) determined to defend the defenseless. Bachmann dedicates himself to putting the pieces together before innocent people are killed. The film is based on a 2008 novel by John le Carre. April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & II • Page 21 Winslet, Brolin share unusual holiday weekend Gabriella Montez of the “High School Musical” films. She elevates “Gimme Shel- ter” to much more than soap opera. Fraser, who has done his share of dopey films, is also believable as a father torn between a desire to develop a relationship with his daughter and self-doubt and guilt. Extras on the Blu-ray release include a digital copy, making-of featurette, deleted scenes, and audio commentary by writer/director Ronald Krauss. “The Selfish Giant” (MPI) is the story of 13-year-old best friends for whom the by Dennis Seuling “Labor Day” (Paramount) finds Adele (Kate Winslet) and her 13-year-old son, Henry (Gattlin Griffith), out for their monthly shopping chores when Henry is approached by a bleeding man (Josh Brolin), an escaped convict who demands to be driven to their home so he can rest a hurt leg and leave after dark. Frightened, Adele reluctantly obeys. With police swarming the area, the man, Frank, extends his stay. As day turns into night, he gradually reveals his gentleness and sensitivity to Adele’s loneliness. The adult Henry (Tobey Maguire), narrating off-screen, observes that when her husband left her, his mother became nearly agora- phobic, leaving Henry to do basic chores. Brolin makes Frank real despite some incongruities written into the character, and the Brolin/Winslet chemistry is strong. His eyes suggest a dark side to Frank that his actions in the house do not. Based on a Joyce Maynard novel, “Labor Day” has the look and feel of a Tennessee Williams play with its sultry setting, fragile heroine, and a strong male who will have a profound effect on her. Extras on the two- disc Blu-ray/DVD combo pack include a digital copy, six deleted scenes, and a making-of featurette. “Gimme Shelter” (Lionsgate) stars Van- essa Hudgens (“High School Musical”) as Agnes Bailey — known as Apple — a Adele (Kate Winslet) with escaped convict Frank (James Brolin) and her son (Gattlin Griffith) in ‘Labor Day.’ pierced, pregnant teenager who flees her volatile, drug- and alcohol-addicted mother (Rosario Dawson) and seeks sanctuary with Tom (Brendan Fraser), the biological father she has never met. As a frightened teenager, he abandoned her. Now a Wall Street type, married, with a skeptical wife and two kids, he is willing to take her in, but only if she terminates the pregnancy. This is a tough movie to watch, since it tells this true story unflinchingly, with- out the smooth gloss Hollywood typically spreads over gritty tales. Hudgens is a reve- lation as Apple. Her performance is raw and real, her appearance far from her cheery joys of boyhood are almost nonexistent. Diminutive, hyperactive Arbor (Conner Chapman) and shy Swifty (Shaun Thomas) stick together to battle bullies at school and poverty at home. One fateful night, the boys witness men trying to steal power cables and manage to make off with the valuable wires themselves. They sell them to a shady scrap dealer, Kitten (Sean Gilder), begin- ning a criminal arrangement in which the two boys trade whatever metals they can swipe for quick cash. When the vindictive (continued on Crossword page) Page 22 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II & IV • April 30, 2014 DVD releases (continued from Restaurant page) Kitten learns that Arbor has stolen from him, he sends the boys off on a dangerous mission that leads to a shattering climax. The movie unfolds through the eyes of the boys, whose world is limited to their immediate surroundings with the adult world seen only in fleeting, often unflattering moments. Referencing both Oscar Wilde and Charles Dick- ens, the film has a fable quality. Neither of the two leads had ever made a film before. Casting directors found them in local schools, and they are entirely believable. Although the principal characters are kids, this is not a kids’ film. It shows how society shortchanges its young people. Unserved by the establishment (read government), they are left on their own to survive, and not all their decisions are wise. Bonuses on the DVD release include cast and crew interviews and a behind-the-scenes featurette. “The Demons” (Kino Lorber), writer/director Jess Fran- co’s 1973 horror film, takes place during the Spanish Inqui- sition and is based on a purportedly true story of satanic possession at the convent of Loudun. A witch being burned at the stake curses the principal witch-finder and his assis- tants. Later, she appears in a vision to her daughters, who are nuns in a convent. Eventually, members of royalty and the religious establishment are caused to suffer a series of human depravities. Franco fills the film with voluptuous women, nude or scantily clad, and unsettling scenes of tor- ture, sex, and demonic possession. Franco shuttles back and forth between horror thriller and sexploitation flick, failing to offer enough suspense along the way. The pace is slow and the picture seems padded at close to two hours. The film is in the original French and German, with English subtitles. The Blu-ray release contains an interview with Franco, deleted footage, and theatrical trailers. “Rocket 13” (Arc Entertainment), a direct-to-video DVD release, is about Skip, the nighttime janitor in an Old West theme park, who delves into the mysteries surround- ing an old locker. His wise supervisor recounts creepy tales that underscore the importance of making the right choice. Those stories involve an aging boxer who is given an opportunity to become a real killing machine, a young man seeking membership in a secret society who experi- ences an initiation with deadly consequences, a would-be suicide shaken by a menacing member of a very special club, and a hit man for hire playing a crafty cat-and-mouse game with three women who have a score to settle. The stories come into play when Skip makes a disturbing dis- covery and faces a life-or-dearth decision of his own. Horror/mystery anthologies date back to Britain’s “Dead of Night” (1945) and have gone on to include “Asylum,” “Creepshow,” “Twilight Zone: The Movie,” and many others. The format is not always dramatically satisfying, since the individual tales vary greatly in quality. The sto- ries here are merely OK. 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You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecu- tive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. 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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. Publication must be prom- ised. Thank you St. Jude. bs & js Prayer to the Blessed Virgin (Never known to fail) Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splen- dor of heaven, Mother of the Son of God. Immacu- late Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me, herein you are my mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein, you are my mother. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goals. 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April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & II • Page 25 Make safety a top priority when power washing Patios, decks, and outdoor entertaining areas often need some TLC. Homeowners looking forward to enjoying the warm air often start their annual chore of readying such areas for the entertaining season in the spring, and clean- ing outdoor furniture and entertaining areas is a big part of that process. Very often, individuals turn to pressure washing machines to clean such areas. While pressure and power washers are effective, they also can be dangerous if homeowners do not prioritize safety when operating these machines. Pressure washing machines come in many varieties, and not all are created equal. Smaller, electric-powered systems may be effective for cars and boats, but ineffective at clean- ing grime on a house or driveway. Pressure washers also may have hot or cold water supplies. Hot water can help cleaning detergents emulsify dirt faster and more effectively than cold water. The cleaning capacity of these machines is measured in cleaning units -- or the water pressure multi- plied by the flow rate. The higher the cleaning units, the greater the cleaning power of the device. But more power- ful tools also carry a greater safety risk, highlighting the importance users must place on safety when operating such machines. The following are a few safety tips homeowners can employ to ensure their next power washing project goes off without a hitch. Clear away furniture and any obstacles from the area where you will be cleaning. The area should be free of trip- ping hazards or items that can be damaged by the spray. Keep children and pets away from the area while the cleaning is taking place. Pressure washers are powerful, and highly pressurized water spray can cause injuries. Slips and falls on wet surfaces may occur, and high-pres- sure injection can happen when water and chemicals pen- etrate the skin and cause tissue damage. Eye and ear protection should be worn at all times when working with a pressure washer. Many pressure washers work better when used in con- junction with some type of cleaning solution. A combi- nation of bleach and water will help loosen dirt and will require less pressure from the washer. As you grow accustomed to the power of the washer, it is best to adjust the nozzle to a wide angle fan and the lowest pressure setting to see how effectively it cleans a given surface. Increase pressure accordingly as the proj- ect progresses. Making the water stream too narrow could cause damage. It takes time to learn the subtleties of the machine, so users should allow themselves ample time to grow comfortable. Keep the pressure wand 10 to 12 inches away from the surface that needs to be cleaned. Make small passes and check the cleaned area, adjusting the pressure and stream accordingly. Begin at the farthest corner of a deck, driveway, or patio, and the highest spot of a home. Use slow, even sweeps with the pressure wand, being careful to maintain an equal dis- tance from the tip to the work surface. This helps to ensure even cleaning and reduces the chances of streaks and over- lapping of the pressure spray. When working on a home, avoid spraying the water at a steep angle under siding or directly into corners. Do not spray under the edges of window or doors. Use caution around dryer and attic vents to avoid soaking the inside of the home or unwittingly cause water damage. Always use caution when operating a pressure washer while on a ladder. The power of the device can easily com- promise your balance. If ever you feel uncomfortable using the pressure washer, stop and consider hiring a professional. It is much better to make that investment rather than risk injury or cause damage. Page 26 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & II • April 30, 2014 LEED embodies green building, maintenance, operation Embracing an eco-friendly lifestyle is more than just recycling cans and newspapers or campaigning for endan- gered species. Smart environmental living also extends to homes and offices. In recognition of that, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design system, often referred to as LEED, was established to exemplify green building, maintenance, and operation in offices, homes, and neigh- borhoods. LEED is essentially a rating system for the building and maintenance industry. Established by the U.S. Green Build- ing Council, LEED has become an internationally recog- nized mark of excellence. According to the USGBC, LEED provides building owners and operators with a framework for identifying and implementing practical and measurable green building design, construction, operations, and main- tenance solutions. Since the system was created in 1998, LEED ratings standards have been applied to more than 7,000 projects in the United States and 30 additional coun- tries, and more than a billion square feet of developed area has been LEED classified. Various parameters must be met before a building can receive LEED certification. LEED requires a set of prereq- uisites and credits. Prerequisites include required elements or strategies that must be included in all LEED-certified projects. Credits are extra incentives that can be included in projects to work toward LEED certification. The rating system generally uses a numeric scale of 110 points for buildings, while LEED for Homes has a scale based on 131 points. Credits are allocated based on the environmental impact and human benefits of the buildings and operations. Projects can receive basic certification between 40 to 49 points, and Platinum status is reached at 80-plus points. LEED v4 is the next incarnation of the rating system and will focus even more on increasing the lengths to which projects go to employ green goals. While the rating system was developed through an open, consensus-based process that involved USGBC volunteers and working groups, third parties are responsible for veri- fying that a building, home, or community was created using strategies aimed at high performance in environmen- tal health. These include, but are not limited to, water sav- ings, energy efficiency, sustainable site development, and indoor environmental quality. USGBC says LEED is flex- ible enough to apply to all project types. LEED is also internationally known and accepted, and in 2003 the Canada Green Building Council received per- mission to create LEED Canada-NC v1.0. Examples of LEED-certified structures include the Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, which has multiple LEED certifications, including the world’s first Platinum-Certified greenhouse. Shearer’s Foods plant in Ohio is the first food manufac- turing plant to receive LEED Platinum status. Since 2011, Taipei 101 has been the tallest and largest green LEED Plat- inum-certified building in the world. Individuals can visit www.usgbc.org and search the USGBC directory of more than 64,000 registered and certified LEED projects to see how each achieved certification. April 30, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & II • Page 27 Take some steps to go green in the kitchen Adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle is a great way to protect the planet for future generations. As the “go green” movement continues to grow in popularity, men and women are realizing more and more ways to reduce their carbon footprints. While some might still associate making green strides with carpooling and changing light bulbs, those are not the only ways men and women who want to be more eco-friendly can accomplish their goals. One method to find new ways to be more environmentally friendly is to examine a favorite hobby and think of ways to enjoy that hobby in a way that also benefits the environment. Food- ies, for example, can take a look around the kitchen to find ways their love of cooking can be joined with their desire to be more eco-friendly. The following are just a few ways to go green in the kitchen. Banish bottled water in favor of filters. Bottled water can be wasteful, even when bottles are made from recy- cled materials. Energy is necessary to produce, ship, and dispose of plastic water bottles. Bottled water can be easily replaced with water filters, which filter contami- nants, such as lead, from tap water to create a refreshing beverage that is readily available at any home connected to a water supply. Water-filtering pitchers are inexpen- sive, which cannot always be said about bottled water that needs to be periodically restocked. Faucet-mounted filters can be directly attached to the faucet to make the process of filtering water that much easier. Reconsider how to store leftovers. Many people store their leftovers in plastic containers. While such contain- ers might seem convenient, even ones made from recycled plastic are not necessarily as eco-friendly as consumers may think. That is because plastic containers are made from petroleum, a nonrenewable resource. Instead, eco- conscious foodies can opt for glass or ceramic containers rather than the more popular plastic alternatives. Feed the lawn after feeding yourself. Many people don’t like to throw away food, but it’s not just leftovers that can be repurposed. Coffee grounds and eggshells can be put to use in the garden. Add these items to the compost pile, so items that would otherwise be discarded can help enrich the soil, making for healthier lawns and gardens. Fire up the dishwasher only when it is full. Dishwash- ers are typically more eco-friendly than washing dishes by hand, but only when those loading the dishwashers refrain from running them until they are entirely full. Once the dishwasher is full, choose an efficient setting and let the dishes air dry instead of drying them with heat. If you need the dishes for hosting duties, dry them by hand with a towel. Rely on smaller appliances. Many home cooks rely on large appliances when working in the kitchen. But unless a big group is on the way over, use smaller, more efficient appliances to save energy. For example, when cooking for one or two, use a toaster oven instead of a stove. The toaster oven will not use the same amount of power as the stove, and the smaller appliance may even cook the food faster. In addition, when heating water for tea, hot choco- late, or coffee, use an electric kettle to heat water instead of the oven cooktop. The smaller appliance is more effi- cient and will not consume as much energy. Those who spend ample time in the kitchen have myriad opportunities to make that time more eco-friendly and efficient. Page 28 THE VILLADOM TIMES I, II & IV • April 30, 2014