July 16, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • Page 9 Midland Park Education foundation to host 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk Midland Park’s Community Day on Saturday, Sept. 6 this year will be a full day event, with the Midland Park Public Education Foundation (MPPEF) starting off the day with a 5K Run. MPPEF’s First Annual 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk will kick off at 9:30 a.m. at the DePhillips Center, 50 Dairy Street; the 1-Mile Walk will begin at 10:30 a.m. If registered by Aug. 25, the individual fee for the 5K Run is $25, and participants are guaranteed a race day T-shirt. Community Day takes place on the field from 1 to 5 p.m. “We are excited to bring the residents and businesses of our community together for a great event that will help raise funding for the Midland Park School District,” said MPPEF President Cheryl Crocitto. “Sept. 6 is also Mid- land Park Community Day, so this is a great way to begin a fun-filled day that involves our entire community.” Race coordinator John Torry and event chairperson Marianne Vannelli anticipate over 250 runners and walk- ers to participate in this community event. “The event will kick off from the DePhilips Center, and pass through the side streets of Midland Park where there’s minimal traffic,” said Torry. “The race should take no more than one hour to complete. In addition, all residents along Summer Concert Series to honor Godwin Midland Park is honoring Brigadier General Abraham Godwin on July 16 with a fife and drum band, as part of a free summer concert series at the Midland Park Memorial Library, 250 Godwin Avenue. The concerts, which begin at 7:30 p.m., are held during the month of July on Wednes- day nights on the lawn, or inside the library, in the event of inclement weather. Free gifts will be given to attendees. Godwin, born July 16, 1763, was one of the youngest soldiers in the Revolutionary War, joining the Fifth Regi- ment, First Company as a fife major at age 13. He later served as Brigadier General in the New Jersey Militia and in the state assembly from 1802 to 1810. Legend has it that Godwin, who was the proprietor of the posh and popular Passaic Hotel near the Great Falls of Paterson, saved the life of Ira Munn, and in gratitude, Munn, who owned the Brownstone Mill on the corner of Paterson Avenue and Goffle Road and was Godwin’s son- in-law, renamed the then-Newtown to Godwinville on Jan. 1, 1829. The area comprised modern day Glen Rock, Ridgewood, Midland Park and Paramus. The four-week summer concert series, celebrating New Jersey’s 350th Anniversary and featuring favorites from the state’s rich musical history, is being organized by the Friends of the Midland Park Memorial Library and the Midland Park Chamber of Commerce. Our Pool Company is the Platinum Sponsor. Upcoming concerts are scheduled for: July 23, when the series celebrates the state’s contribution to the Jazz Age with the acclaimed Jersey Jazz Giants, drummer Matt Baranello, bassist Tony Ventura, sax and woodwind player Sam Dillion, and guitarist Randy Johnston. On July 30, enjoy Jersey golden oldies with the 12 piece harmony-rich Epicsoul, who will play favorite Jersey hits including songs from Sinatra and the DooWop era. Concert goers should note the July 9 th concert can- celled for inclement weather will be rescheduled; date to be announced. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets, chairs, and picnics. the 5K route will be notified, and we also have support from the Midland Park Police Department and Ambulance Corps.” USA Track & Field NJ Certification for the event is pending at this time. Registration fees for the 5K begin at $25 prior to Aug. 25, with t-shirts guaranteed for pre-registered runners. Registration fees for the 1-Mile Walk begin at $15 prior to Aug. 25, with a $60 family maximum. Businesses and family sponsorships are available. Busi- ness sponsorship opportunities range from Bronze to Plat- inum levels. Families can show their support for the event by signing up for a family sponsorship, which includes a family lawn sign with their name on it and a free entry in the 1-Mile Walk. “All proceeds from the first annual Midland Park 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk will help the MPPEF continue its commitment to bring innovative, sustainable programs designed to enhance the academic quality of our schools,” Vannelli said. To register for the 1 st Annual Midland Park 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk, or to inquire about sponsorship opportuni- ties, visit the MPPEF Website at www.mppef.org, or friend them on Facebook. The Midland Park Public Education Foundation raises money to fund grants that will strengthen the school system. By sharing in this goal, the community serves as a vital partner with the district administration, board of education and faculty in providing the tools they need to bring academic excellence to the children. The Midland Park Public Education Foundation is an all-volunteer not-for-profit organization that enhances and supports new curriculum initiatives and enrichment oppor- tunities within Midland Park’s public school system.