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Support our Troops Night set The eighth annual Support Our Troops and Honor Our Veterans Night will be held Nov. 12 at the Mahwah Bar & Grill, 2 Island Road. From 5 to 10 p.m. the restaurant will donate 10 percent of dinner sales (food only) to the Mahwah Marine Moms/North Jersey Military Moms. Proceeds from this evening will help the moms continue their mission of sending a “little bit of home” to deployed troops. During the fundraiser, the moms will share infor- mation about Wreaths across America set for Dec. 13. For more information, visit www.mahwahmarinemoms.com or e-mail mahwahmarinemoms@yahoo.com. The MMM/ NJMM is a 501 c(3) organization. Fall Craft Show announced The Paramus Catholic Fall Craft Show will be held Sunday, Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The school is located at 425 Paramus Road in Paramus. There will be 130 exhibi- tors from four states with crafts, art, and photographs. The show will also feature a bake table, a basket fundraiser, and a breakfast and lunch menu. Admission is $3; children under age 10 will be admit- ted free. Please note that baby strollers are not permitted. For more information, call (201) 666-1340 or visit www. pjspromotions.com. Foundation hosts Butterfly Ball Julia’s Butterfly Foundation will host its Ninth Annual Butterfly Ball on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Tides Estate in North Haledon. The all-volunteer organization provides financial assistance to terminally and chronically ill children to improve their quality of life. The Butterfly Ball, the main fundraising event for the foundation, will include auctions. Music will be provided by ESP Entertainment. The foundation is the recipient of NJ Monthly’s 2014 Seeds of Hope Award, designed to celebrate the work of the most dedicated volunteers in New Jersey. To make a financial contribution or to purchase tick- ets to the Butterfly Ball, visit http://www.juliasbutterfly- foundation.org and click on the link on the home page. To donate an item to the auction, e-mail info@jualisbutterfly foundaiton.org. Band celebrates 60 th Anniversary The Waldwick Band will celebrate its 60th Anniversary as it opens its 2014-15 winter season on Sunday, Nov. 9. The free 2:30 p.m. concert will be held at the Village School at 100 West Prospect Street in Waldwick. The featured soloist will be flutist Sean Marron, 13, an eighth grader at George Washington Middle School in Ridgewood. He is the principal flutist of the Newark Youth Symphony and has twice received blue ribbons at flute competitions. His teacher is Nancy Horowitz, principal flutist of the Waldwick Band. For his debut as a soloist with the Waldwick Band, Marron will perform the “Chaminade Concertino for Flute.” The band, under the baton of Music Director Edmund A. Moderacki, will open the concert with its 2014-15 signature piece, John Centenaro’s “Waldwick Band Festival March,” composed for the band’s 50th Anniversary. Moderacki will conduct the ensemble in Verdi’s “Sicilian Vespers Over- ture” and Howard Hanson’s “Chorale and Alleluia.” Also on the program will be Meyerbeer’s “Coronation March,” Johann Strauss’ “Chit Chat Polka,” Percy Grainger’s “Aus- tralian up Country Tune” and Richard Franko Goldman’s “Foundation March.” The concert will also include Steven Wilson to be honored at ‘Fall Night’ Pictured: Jerry and Lorraine Kallman, Ridgewood, Fall Night co-chairs; Michael Tozzoli, CEO, West Bergen; Chrissie Lijoi, Creative Chocolates, Woodland Park; Lee Schaeffer, COO, West Bergen; Chef Rulber Menendez, Restaurant L, Allendale; Gavin Murphy, general manager, Roots Steakhouse, Ridgewood; Executive Chef Rocco Russo, Masina Trat- toria, Weehawken; Executive Chef Michael Pereira, Roots Steakhouse, Ridgewood; Chuck Russo, owner, Carlo Rus- so’s Wine & Spirit World, Ho-Ho-Kus; Chef Jimmy Perides, Biagio’s/The Terrace, Paramus; Anthony De Pinto, manager, Ben and Jerry’s, Ridgewood; and Steve Cohen of the Modern Jazz Quartet. Not pictured: Baked in a Cup, Ramsey; Blue Moon Mexican Café, Wyckoff; Cakepops for You, Ridgewood; Clementine Caterers, Wayne; Esty Street, Park Ridge; Food Evolution, Montvale; Francesco’s Restaurant, Woodland Park; The Kitchen, Englewood; Park & Orchard, East Rutherford; The Plum & The Pear, Wyckoff; St. Eve’s, Ho-Ho-Kus; Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn, New Milford; Shop Rite, Ramsey; Sugarflake Bakery, Westwood; The Village Green, Ridgewood; and The Village Grille, Waldwick. On Nov. 10 at 7 p.m., the area’s finest restaurants and caterers will join together at The Terrace, 293 Para- mus Road in Paramus, for the 22 nd “A Fall Night of Fine Dining,” a fundraiser to benefit the programs and ser- vices of West Bergen Mental Healthcare, including the Center for Children and Youth in Ramsey. On this spe- cial occasion, West Bergen will honor Philip E. Wilson, West Bergen’s chairman, who will be retiring after 35 years of dedication and commitment to the agency. At the event, each restaurant will serve individual portions of its most innovative entrée, enabling attend- ees to experience a variety of cuisines. Chuck Russo, owner of Carlo Russo’s Wine and Spirit World in Ho- Bulla’s “Bond…James Bond” that contains the most mem- orable music from the movie series. The Waldwick Band was founded in 1954 by Dr. Walter Nallin, chairman of the music department of Baruch Col- lege of the City University of New York. The group was originally known as the Waldwick Fire Department Band and was formed to provide music for the fire department during parades. However, the band soon started present- ing concerts. In 1968, it was reorganized as the Commu- nity Band of Waldwick. Moderacki has led the band since 1978. The remaining concerts in the band’s winter series are scheduled for Feb. 7, March 15, and May 3. For more infor- mation, visit www.waldwickband.org. Sierra Club to host watershed program The North Jersey Sierra Club Chapter will present “Pro- tecting the Ramapo River Watershed” on Tuesday, Nov. 11. This program will be held at 7 p.m. at the Mahwah Public Library, 100 Ridge Road in Mahwah. Geoff Welch will discuss the history and ecology of one of the area’s prime sources of drinking water, the Ramapo River Watershed. Welch will also cover the threats to the watershed by pipelines and the proposed casino project in Sterling Forest. This free program is open to the public. Light refresh- ments will be served. Chamber schedules luncheon The Mahwah Regional Chamber of Commerce will host a Business Networking Luncheon on Thursday, Nov. 20 from noon to 2 p.m. at Restaurant L, 9 Franklin Turnpike in Allendale. John W. Aramini, owner and president of Aramini Man- agement, will present “Your Role as Brand and Marketing Champion.” Aramini will cover practical ideas on defining a brand as a foundation for creating a marketing plan. The luncheon is $40 for Chamber members and $55 for non-members. Advance registration is preferred; an addi- tional $5 processing fee will be charged if paid the day (continued on page 24) Ho-Kus, will select a variety of wines for the occasion. The Modern Jazz Quartet will perform classic standards and Broadway favorites. Sponsoring this year’s event is Boiling Springs Sav- ings Bank. Reservations for “A Fall Night” may be made on the website, www.afallnight.com or by contacting Carol Cohen at (201) 444-3550. Tickets are $175 per person and are tax deductible. Seating is limited. West Bergen is a non-profit organization providing a wide range of psychiatric and counseling services for all age groups with various levels of need. Call (201) 444- 3550 for more information. November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 3 Waldwick Town seeks grant for children’s pool cover Waldwick’s children’s pool may be get- ting a canopy if the borough is successful in getting the county to fund its cost. The borough council last week approved submitting an application for $15,000 in grant funds from the Bergen County Open Space, Recreation, Farm- land & Historical Preservation Trust Fund for the project. The borough would have to match the grant from its own Open Space Trust, and would have to make up the difference if the total cost exceeded the estimates. If the grant is approved, a colorful 48 ft. by 48 ft. tri-sail shade supported by poles of different heights would be erected over the children’s pool and sur- rounding concrete patio to provide sun protection through the day. The structure would be able to withstand winds up to 90 mph and a live load including snow, but Mayor Thomas Giordano said it would be taken down once the pool closes for the season. Assistant Borough Administrator Andrew Tatarenko, who prepared the application, said the canvas canopy would cost about $15,600, with $800 estimated for the poles and $11,500 for installation. This must be done professionally to sat- isfy the borough’s insurance company. If the grant were to be approved, the struc- ture could perhaps be in place by the summer of 2016, he said. Tatarenko said the borough would find out the status of its application by June. Carol Shepard, the town’s public health A canopy similar to this may cover the chil- dren’s pool area nurse, supported the project. “Skin cancer is the fastest growing cancer. Any protection is highly desir- able,” she said during the public hearing on the application. Joanne Abbott of Duncan Street said she had brought the idea for the canopy to the governing body’s attention last year, and praised the council for follow- ing through. “Children are most susceptible to sun- burn, and they have the most sensitive skin,” she said, noting that she has three children under the age of 10. Resident Al Coldon said his dermatolo- gist had commented to him that suscepti- bility to melanoma begins when children are young. The council considered two options for its Open Space application before decid- ing on the canopy early last month, with the mayor casting the tie-breaking vote. The other option was a number of heavy duty outdoor fitness stations for adults which could have been installed along the walkway at Borough Park or in another designated area. “The sun beats down on the pool all day. We want to make sure our children are kept safe,” Giordano said at the time, noting that the few umbrellas now at the pool area are not enough. At that time, Councilman Frank Pal- ladino commented that the borough provides many amenities for children, including fields and playgrounds. He said the canopy would be used only three months a year, whereas the fitness equip- ment would be for adults and would get used year round. Councilman Anthony Celeste expressed concern that the exercise equipment would be vandalized by teens if it were installed out in the open. Borough Administrator Gary Kratz said that if the council felt strongly about the fitness equipment at a later date, it could appropriate the funds from its capi- tal budget. Page 4 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 Ho-Ho-Kus November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 5 School officials present referendum plan to council by Jennifer Crusco Ho-Ho-Kus Superintendent Deborah Ferrara and the Ho-Ho-Kus Board of Education attended last week’s bor- ough council session to provide a courtesy presentation on the school district’s proposed track and field project. The borough’s registered voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballots on the proposal in a Dec. 9 referendum. The board is proposing improvements including the replacement of the existing grass at Lloyd Field with artifi- cial turf and organic fill, an underground drainage system, the replacement of the existing cinder track with a synthetic “rubberized” track, and associated site work. The total cost of the project cannot exceed $2,172,000. Earlier this year, the state awarded debt service aid for the field, which is considered an educational facility, but only if the district installs artificial turf, which is viewed as a long-term capital improvement. According to the district, the debt service aid “equates to 40 percent of eligible costs, which aid equates to 32.5 percent of the total costs of proj- ect. Such state funding will only be available if the referen- dum passes.” The final eligible costs would be $1,766,610. The tax impact of a 10-year, $2,172,000 bond would be $118 per year for a home assessed at $736,535. The school track and field are used by students and by recreation teams, and Ferrara told the council that the facilities are deteriorating. She said plans call for the track, which is oval on one end and squared-off on the other, to be a made into an oval shape. She said there would be buffers provided to screen the recreation sheds from residential neighbors, and she said there would be no increase in the use of the facility. She said $58,000 is now spent on grass, water, and cin- ders to maintain the facility each year. That money saved over a 10-year period, she said, would help fund future replacement of the artificial turf. Councilman Steve Shell asked if the plans call for moving the existing lighting. Ferrara said some of the lights were not properly approved, adding that the recreation lights would have to be reviewed by the planning board if they are moved in the future. Shell also asked about fencing at the property. Ferrara said any fencing would be used to prevent cars from dam- aging the facility, not to stop pedestrians. The councilman asked if the facility would be leased to other groups. School Board President Colleen Federer said the board does not intend additional use at the property, and would be looking at its facilities use policies and adjusting them if necessary. Shell pointed out that, in Waldwick, the original intent was not to lease the fields, but that borough’s fields are now being leased. Mayor Thomas Randall added that present boards cannot bind future boards. “How do you assure there is no ‘creep’ over time?” Ran- dall asked. “No one doubts your sincerity, but what hap- pens when the four of you are gone?” (School trustee John Buffa, the fifth board member, was not present.) Federer acknowledged that there are no guarantees. Councilwoman Kim Weiss said the facility would attract people from other towns, and said vandalism is a concern. Federer noted that the board’s insurance would cover any incidents. Councilman Kevin Shea asked how the board would realize the $58,000 annual maintenance savings. Ferrara said the savings would be realized in terms of time. She said staff members who work on the facility would be able to work on other jobs, saving money for the district. (continued on page 25) Borough hall intern serves as mayor Sofia Wyman served as ‘Mayor for the Day’ at last week’s council session. She read the opening public meet- ing statement; led the council, the visiting board of educa- tion, and members of the public in the pledge of allegiance; and helped welcome the borough’s newest EMT. Wyman spent most of the summer as an intern at bor- ough hall, and will be returning to that post in the coming months. She is a senior at Northern Highlands Regional High School, where she has posted a 4.2 grade point average and was inducted into the National Honor Society. She has placed cum laude and maxima cum laude in two national Latin exams. In addition to Latin and her regular course load, she studies Spanish, psychology, U.S. government, art history, and creative writing. Wyman is a member of the cross country team, the Animal Conservation Club, the school literary magazine, and the Women’s Rights Club. Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 Waldwick Town gets favorable interest rate on new bonds Sound fiscal practices have paid off for the Borough of Waldwick. The town was able to maintain its Aa2 bond rating from Moody’s and recently received a most favorable rate on its long-term financing. “We’re happy we were able to get the rate we did, with all that is going on in the world,” said Chief Financial Officer Mary Ann Viviani. “Let’s also be clear that we have not added any new debt. We have refinanced existing debt into fixed term bonds that help us manage our debt service and main- tain manageable payments throughout the term of the bond,” explained Councilman Don Sciolaro, the finance committee chair- man. The borough is converting $5,072,000 in bond anticipation notes into permanent financing and received a bid of 2 percent interest for the first nine years and 2 ½ percent for the last three. Robert W. Bard & Co.’s low bid translates into a net inter- est cost of $756,906 for the 12-year period, Viviani said. The other bidder, Union Bank of Switzerland (formerly Paine Webber), bid $785,100 for the 12 years. “Our bonding attorney said it is one of the best rates he’d seen this year,” Vivi- ani said. The bond will finance capital improvements and purchases accrued over the past six years, including street improve- ment projects, road repaving, the new fire truck, a recycling truck and a road sweeper as well as water utility projects. Of the total amount to be bonded, $564,000 is for the water utility. The borough follows a 12-year plan with six-year cycles to pay for its capi- tal projects. “I am thankful we can continue to invest in our community on behalf of all residents at the lowest possible interest rates,” said Sciolaro. “We are able to pave roads, main- tain our parks and buildings and purchase the equipment necessary to meet the needs of our community.” Last month the borough was unsuc- cessful in getting Moody’s to upgrade its rating. Sciolaro said that while Waldwick already enjoys a favorable credit rating and its financial situation is even better today than when the town received its last rating, it made sense to appeal for an even better rating. At a previous meeting, Viviani explained that the borough was in a good position to get a favorable rating because it has a stable tax base and has been follow- ing practices all along that Moody’s is now requiring of all municipalities. “Moody’s decision to keep our rating at the current level is based more upon the size of our community than any other factor,” Sciolaro explained. “They have determined that even communities with a healthy surplus and a stable tax base such as Waldwick can only achieve a Aa2 rating. Since we have very ambitious professionals in our administrator and CFO, they felt we deserved a better rating. While I applaud their effort and their vision, our current rating is outstanding, and I’m very proud of the work they’ve done over the years to get us to this level and to keep us there.” Scio- laro added. Chamber of commerce hosts business card exchange The Waldwick Chamber is making a concerted effort to take a piece of the pie on Thanksgiving weekend and is launching its Small Business Saturday program with a business card exchange and networking on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at the Village Grille, 71 Crescent Avenue in Waldwick. Shop Small Business Saturday is being celebrated throughout the area on Saturday, Nov. 29. Local businesses are offering spe- cial promotions for goods and services to consumers, and many specials are extended through the month to entice them to “SHOP SMALL” – “SHOP LOCAL”. The program was launched by American Express in 2010 in an effort to bring attention to small busi- nesses in our local communities. In Waldwick, Pascack Community Bank at 64 Crescent Avenue, is hosting an open house that morning from 9 a.m. until noon, offering hot drinks and munchkins. The Ho-Ho-Kus and Midland Park chambers are also joining the effort and will be announc- ing their offers in the coming weeks. A business need not be a chamber of commerce member to participate. The fol- lowing businesses have already indicated their intention to take part with enticing offers.: • Generation III Plumbing & Heating, 30 West Prospect Street, Waldwick • Ho-Ho-Kus Minute Man Press, 19 Sheridan Ave, Ho-Ho-Kus • Home Hardware, 27 Franklin Turn- pike, Waldwick • Jersey Women Strong, LLC, www.jer- seywomenstrong.com • Mosaic-Glassworks, 36 Franklin Turn- pike, Waldwick • Plaza Jewelers, 10 E. Prospect Street, Waldwick • PRO Martial Arts, Hamilton Square, 140 Franklin Turnpike, Waldwick • Reebel Brain Body Wellness, 160 Hopper Avenue, Waldwick • Rohsler’s Allendale Nursery & Florist, 100 Franklin Turnpike, Allendale • Servpro of Northwest Bergen County, www.servpronorthwestbergen.com • SubUrban Vinyl, 4 Frederick St, Waldwick • Randi Levin, Life Coach, www.linke- din.com/in/randiclevin/ Information about participating mer- chants and their offers may be found on the chamber’s website, waldwickchamber. com, Facebook page and Instagram as well as through the Villadom Times and lastly, a soon to come Twitter Page for WCOC. The business kick-off event on Nov. 5 will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and is free for WCOC and ICC members. The cost for non-members is $15. Appetizers will be provided and there will be a cash bar. RSVP to info@waldwickchamber.com. According to the Second Annual Small Business Consumer Insights Survey cus- tomers spent an estimated $5.7 billion at small, independent businesses on Small Business Saturday in 2013. Continue the trend: Shop, dine and choose the services of your local businesses on Nov. 29 and every day. Upper Saddle River November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 7 Roger Barr inducted into National 4-H Hall of Fame Public service is apparently a lifelong habit for long- time Upper Saddle River resident Roger M. Barr. In addi- tion to his 34 years working on behalf of the blind and visually impaired as a member of the Saddle River Valley Lions Club, Barr was recently inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame for his lifetime achievements and contri- butions to 4-H. Honored by the New Jersey 4-H Youth Development Program of Rutgers Cooperative Extension, Barr was one of 14 people installed in the National 4-H Youth Confer- ence Center in Chevy Chase, Maryland. The honorees were presented with National 4-H Hall of Fame medallion, plaque, and memory book during the ceremony. The National 4-H Hall of Fame was established in 2002 as part of the Centennial Project of 4-H in partnership with National 4-H Council and U.S.D.A. National Institute of Food and Agriculture. “The National Association of Extension 4-H Agents is proud to acknowledge Roger Barr as one of the outstanding 2014 National 4-H Hall of Fame honorees for his passion, dedication, vision, and leadership that he has shown during his many years of service to the 4-H organization,” accord- ing to Pam Van Horn, the organization’s current president, Barr served as the Bergen County 4-H Agent for 26 years before retiring in 1993. His 4-H success was the result of his leadership skills of critical thinking, vision, and com- munication. His ability to network with other youth-serv- ing agencies, gain support from local and county public officials, create innovative educational opportunities, and integrate traditional and new audiences brought recogni- tion from state and local officials. Under the direction of Barr, the Bergen County 4-H Program reached 250 4-H volunteers, 1,500 4-H club members and over 3,000 youth in special interest programming annually. Members of the Saddle River Valley Lions Club were thrilled to hear of this latest recognition of Barr’s service to others, although they were not surprised by the news. Christopher Reichert, the current president of SRV Lions, summed up the feelings of the membership when congratu- lating Barr during a recent meeting of the club. “This is what we have come to expect from Roger, continually giving and doing his very best to help others, Corrected biography: Steven DiMartino Steven DiMartino, an incumbent Republican, is seeking a second term on the Upper Saddle River Borough Coun- cil. He is a Certified Public Accountant and chief finan- cial officer of an investment firm, and has over 27 years of experience in the financial industry. As chairperson of the borough’s Finance Committee, he said he has worked to keep municipal taxes below inflation while maintaining the borough’s excellent services and reputation. The bor- ough maintains an AAA bond rating, the highest possible. The candidate is the mayor’s representative on the USR Library Board of Trustees and a member of the USR Fields Committee. He has served as the treasurer of the USR Baseball Association and the USR Educational Foundation and has coached youth baseball and basketball for the past 12 years. DiMartino and his wife, Maria, have three sons: Nick, 17; Tommy, 16; and Robbie, 13. The boys have all attended Upper Saddle River’s schools. Roger Barr especially young people. The quality and quantity of his service has always been an inspiration to his fellow Lions,” Reichert said. A member since 1980, Barr has served two terms as the president of the local Lions group and was previously hon- ored with a Melvin Jones Fellowship, the highest honor the club can bestow. “Even after all he has already done volunteering his time and effort over so many years, Roger still maintains his early youthful enthusiasm for public service,” fellow (continued on page 13) Page 8 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 Area Scoutfest anniversary celebration included ‘challenge’ Left: Steve and Griffen Evans from Pack 54 in Ho-Ho-Kus try to draw an image by looking in a mirror at the station that focused on dyslexia.Right: Scouts from Waldwick Boy Scout Troop 308 maneuver the challenge course on crutches. Over 2,400 Scouts in the northern New Jersey attended the recent Scoutfest at Camp Alpine. Scoutfest marked the 15th Anniversary of the Northern New Jersey Council. Cub Scouts; Boy Scouts; and Venture, Explorers, and Sea Scouts participated in some exciting activities. Events included Tomahawk throwing, pumpkin chucking, climbing, rappelling, BB shooting, archery, and a pinewood derby race. Scouts also had a chance to become a miner for the day, see what it’s like to be a sailor aboard Cub World Land Ship, take the Disabilities Aware- ness Challenge, enjoy the amateur radio demonstration, see a laser light show, and much more. Led by Jim Africano, chairman of the Scouts with Special Needs and Disabili- ties Committee, the Disability Awareness Challenge area was always packed with interested Scouts. Scouts had the oppor- tunity to rotate through various stations, where they were put to the test to see what it was like to be disabled or have special needs. Scouts gained a better awareness and appreciation for each disability or special need. November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 9 Ho-Ho-Kus Borough officials welcome Marshall Guo as newest EMT over 220 hours of classroom and practical training. Marshall passed his state exam in September and has been an active part of the corps.” Guo’s skills were put to the test imme- diately. On his very first call, he was required to perform CPR on a patient along with Hamm and VAC member Cole Sonett. The trio successfully revived the patient and transported the individual to Valley Hospital. Ho-Ho-Kus Mayor Thomas Randall and Mayor for the Day Sofia Wyman were on hand to greet Guo. In addition to honoring the new EMT for his volunteer efforts, Randall praised Hamm for his active recruitment. Hamm then attempted to recruit Wyman on the spot. Hamm became captain of the Ho- Ho-Kus Volunteer Ambulance Corps in 2013. He joined the corps as a driver in 2009 while he was still a member of the Ho-Ho-Kus Council. He then became an emergency medical technician, and was subsequently promoted to crew chief, and then to lieutenant. The corps has been involved in mutual aid training with Midland Park and Waldwick. Workshops are held in the three towns, with each participating municipal- ity taking a turn as host. After their initial training, corps mem- EMT Marshall Guo (center) received a warm welcome from Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Ambulance Corps Captain Gordon Hamm (left) and Mayor Thomas Randall. by Jennifer Crusco Marshall Guo, the newest member of the Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Ambulance Corps, received a warm welcome at last week’s borough council session. Guo, 16, is a Ho-Ho-Kus resident and a student at Bergen Academy. He joined the corps in June. “Ho-Ho-Kus Volunteer Ambulance Corps is proud to have Marshall Guo join us as an EMT,” HVAC Captain Gordon Hamm told Villadom TIMES. “He took the summer EMT class, which required bers stay busy with CPR certifications and blood-borne pathogen training renew- als. Recently, the VAC membership has been taking “rope rescue” training, which involves rappelling exercises for EMTs. Training also includes tabletop exercises and refresher classes concerning patient assessment, splinting, bandaging, and hazmat instruction. The corps provides coverage at local events, including Waldwick’s 5K run and a local sports tournament. Hamm created the new website for the corps, and has been working on full computerization of the organization’s operations. The corps has been using an IM responding program that allows the ambulance corps and police department to call into a site and immediately see which responders will be handling each call. He explained that eDispatch sends dis- patch information directly to emergency personnel’s cell phones. “The VAC is always in need of more EMT’s and drivers,” Hamm said. “If you love to help others and want to make a difference in the world, please contact Karen Zatorski (korzathhk@aol.com) or me, Gordon Hamm (Ghamm98299@aol. com), for information that will change your life!” Wine Tasting benefit planned The Ho-Ho-Kus Education Founda- tion will host its annual Wine Tasting on Friday, Nov. 14 at Bacari Grill in Washing- ton Township. The event will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Carlo Russo’s Wine and Spirit World of Ho-Ho-Kus will present an array of wines to suit various palates. Guests will also enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres to accompany this tasting. Tickets are $85. For tickets or infor- mation, contact Nan Norbitz Kelly at cnkelly@aol.com. The Ho-Ho-Kus Education Foundation works to enhance the educational experi- ence of all students across all grade levels and learning abilities. Proceeds from the event will benefit the foundation and the Ho-Ho-Kus Public School. Page 10 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 11 North Jersey Orthodontics celebrates 20 th Anniversary North Jersey Orthodontics is celebrat- ing 20 years of providing personalized, quality orthodontic care to children, teens, and adults in northern New Jersey. Founded in 1994 by owner Dr. Elizabeth Ellen, North Jersey Orthodontics remains committed to bringing beautiful smiles to Wayne, Franklin Lakes, and the sur- rounding towns. Since its inception, North Jersey Orthodontics has treated thousands of patients. The philosophy at North Jersey Ortho- dontics can be summed up in four words: “Make the patients happy.” Dr. Ellen’s focus has always been on treating people, not just teeth, and on building personal relationships with patients. If there is ever a problem or question, it is dealt with promptly, professionally, and personally. The staff is well-trained, qualified, and experienced. Dr. Ellen loves what she does and the opportunity to make positive changes in the lives of her patients, from children who cover their smiles with their hands to hide crooked teeth, to adults who never had the opportunity to pursue treatment in their youth. She fondly remembers one patient who was extremely fearful and would not open her mouth for her exam. “For this particular girl, we set up appointments when no other patients were present,” Dr. Ellen shared. “Each visit, we gained her trust and she gradually felt more comfortable. We were able to put all the necessary braces in place. She eventu- ally had appointments scheduled during normal office hours and she interacted with other patients and staff beautifully. There were tears in our eyes the day her braces were removed.” Not only does Dr. Ellen work with those individuals who are particularly fearful of orthodontic treatment, but specializes in working with children with special needs. She provides special needs children with the extra attention and time they need to make them feel comfortable throughout the entire process. All her patients benefit from her loving and caring personality. Dr. Ellen has the same passion she did when she began her practice. She feels blessed to be surrounded by fun, caring, and highly skilled staff members. Most of all, she loves the patients who have made it possible to do the work that she loves. “I consistently feel that each patient and their family not only become great friends but like family,” she added. North Jersey Orthodontics provides quality treatment in a warm and inviting atmosphere where patients feel relaxed and receive the most professional care and the attention they deserve. As a long-time member of the Wayne and Franklin Lakes communities, North Jersey Orthodontics supports local hospi- tals, police and fire departments, schools, and sports teams. Dr. Ellen and her family support the CUMAC food bank in Pater- son, among other charities. Dr. Ellen began her career as an associ- ate orthodontist working for Dr. Marion Bramante over 20 years ago. When she took over the practice in 1994, the name of the practice “North Jersey Orthodon- tics” was established to reflect the service to both Bergen and Passaic counties. Dr. Ellen followed in the footsteps of her father and grandfather, both of whom were orthodontists. She received her orthodontics degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontics, American Dental Associa- tion, Passaic County Dental Society, New Jersey Association of Orthodontics, and the Middle Atlantic Society of Orthodon- tics. Dr. Ellen is active in Passaic County Children’s Dental Health Month. She enjoys speaking to children at all grade levels about oral and dental health topics. North Jersey Orthodontics is located at 808 High Mountain Road in Franklin Lakes. Call (201) 891-4606 or e-mail: ellenpressman@verizon.net. Page 12 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 Allendale School board approves instructional stipends by John Koster The Allendale Board of Education has approved a number of stipends to cover instructional programs for five teachers, with other staff members attending conferences at no expense to the district. Elizabeth Diomede was approved for $175 to attend the National Association of Music Education All-Eastern Divi- sion Conference at the Rhode Island Convention Center at Providence, Rhode Island for two days in April 2015. The board approved $100 for each of four teachers to attend the Dr. Gravity Goldberg Reading at Barnes & Noble in Paramus with the department administrator, Cathy Danahy, admitted at no cost. Allendale teachers who will attend this program include Nancy Asbury, Jennifer Jacobsen, Michelle Pepper, and Shannon Rutowski. The program covers ways of making the most of individualized instruction. Dr. Michael Bardecapone, superintendent of schools, will attend the New Jersey Police/Bergen County Office of Emergency Management Multi-Hazards Emergency Plan- ning for Schools seminar at the Bergen County Emergency Operations Center in Mahwah at no cost to the district. Building and Grounds Supervisor Tony DeMarco and Assistant Supervisor Jaehoon Kim will attend the New Jersey Buildings and Facility Maintenance Show at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus at no cost to the district. The board also acknowledged the $2,000 gift from the Parent Teacher Organization to defray some of the expenses of the sixth grade field trip to the Fairview Lake YMCA Camp in December. The board approved the no-cost kindergarten field trip to Allendale’s Lee Memorial Library where each student will receive his or her first library card and learn how to take books out from the library. A sum of $1,740 was approved to cover the Brainbusters 2014-15 bus trips for competitors. Students will travel to competitions at schools in Ho-Ho-Kus, Allendale, Upper Saddle River, Ramsey, and the final at Bergen Community College in Paramus. Club installs new members The Allendale Woman’s Club launched its fall membership drive, ‘Rake in New Friends,’ with the installation of four new members. Pictured with AWC President Maureen Mamunes are new members Noel Brown, Theresa Jackson, Anne Ward, and Jennifer Scott. The club is dedicated to bringing women together for friendship and community service. The AWC is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs and the General Federation of Women’s Clubs representing more than 100,000 members. For more information about the AWC, contact Molly Kissel Patrick at (201) 925-0254, mollykiss elpatrick@weichert.com, or visit www.allendalewomansclub.org. November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES Saddle River Valley Notes Preschool program available The Upper Saddle River School District has announced general educational openings for the 2015-16, three- and four-year-old Integrated Preschool Program. This pro- gram, which is housed in Reynolds School, incorporates the education of special education children with that of general education preschoolers. Applications for general education students may be obtained on the district website, usrschoolsk8.com, or by calling Reynolds School at (201) 961-6300. Special education youngsters are placed in the program through an evaluation process performed by the Special Services Department. Children in the program attend five half-days a week. The schedule for the four-year-old program is 8:30 to 11 a.m. The class for three-year-olds meets from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m. Applicants will be screened in early December. Other applicants would be placed on a waiting list. Openings will be offered by Dec. 20. The current tuition is $3,750. The tuition for the 2015-16 school year will be determined in June 2015. To be eligible, a general education student must be three or four years of age on or before Oct. 1, 2015. A birth certif- icate, copy of immunizations, and four proofs of residency will be required of those students admitted to the program. The closing date for all applications will be Dec. 5. Library hosts event for adults The Upper Saddle River Library hosts free programs for adults. Registration is required as seating is limited. To register, call (201) 327-2583. Programs begin at 7 p.m. and are held at the library at 245 Lake Street in Upper Saddle River. On Nov. 10, author Karen Ranzi will discuss becom- ing fit from within. In preparation for the holidays, Ranzi will focus on the benefits of eating natural foods to maxi- mize nutrients to stay fit and healthy during a potentially stressful period. Those who attend will receive recipes and sample a snack from the author of “Raw Vegan Recipe Fun for Families: 115 Easy Recipes and Health Tips for Ener- getic Living.” On Nov. 13, meet journalist Tina Traster, author of “Rescuing Julia Twice: A Mother’s Tale of Russian Adop- tion and Overcoming Reactive Attachment Disorder.” Traster’s candid and poignant memoir is about adopting a baby from a Siberian orphanage and slowly coming to terms with the realization that the child has Reactive Attachment Disorder. Transitional life coach and inspirational speaker Randi Levin will appear Nov. 20 to present “Surviving and Thriving Holiday 2014: How Not to Unravel as You Wrap and Unwrap.” Levin, an Upper Saddle River resident, will present advice for preserving a positive outlook during the 36-day stretch between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. Election Day Book & Bake Sale set The Friends of the Upper Saddle River Library will host its annual Election Day Book & Bake Sale on Tues- day, Nov. 4. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the library, 245 Lake Street in Upper Saddle River. The sale will feature a large selection of both fiction and non- fiction hardcover and paperback books, CDs, DVDs, and a collection of rare books. Proceeds from the sale will be used to provide special programs at the library. Gardeners to make holiday centerpiece The Saddle River Garden Club will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. at a member’s house. Attendees will create a holiday centerpiece of fresh flowers for their Thanksgiv- ing table. For more information, contact Darshana Gandhi at (201) 236-0749. Coffee Social and lecture planned The Saddle River Valley Residents’ Club will host a Coffee Social and informative lecture in the solarium at the Upper Saddle River Library, 245 Lake Street in Upper Saddle River, on Nov. 11. The 10 a.m. talk will feature Dr. Alyson G. Yashar’s program, “Aging Eye.” The meeting is open to the community and refreshments will be served. III • Page 13 Other activities sponsored by the SRVRC include Book Club, Out to Lunch, mahjong, International Group, Sociable Suppers, Bunco, coffee socials, day trips, golf, and more. For more information, contact Lina Lopez at lmlopez70@gmail.com or (201) 962-3916. The SRVRC is open to all residents of Saddle River and the surrounding towns in Bergen County. Rabies Clinic announced The Borough of Upper Saddle River will hold a Rabies Clinic Nov. 10 at the Upper Saddle River Fire Department at 375 West Saddle River Road. Dogs will receive the vac- cine from 6 to 7 p.m. Cats will receive the vaccine from 7 to 7:30 p.m. Dogs must be leashed and cats must be con- tained in carriers. 4-H Hall of Fame (continued from page 7) Lion and good friend Jim Murphy said of Barr. (Barr and Murphy currently serve together as co-chairmen of the Herb Bodensiek Annual Golf Outing which, in recent years, has become one of the Lions’ biggest annual fund- raisers.) Asked about all the attention being given to his decades of public service, the honoree remarked in his typically understated manner, saying simply, “I just like to help.” The Saddle River Valley Lions Club is a regional club supporting the communities of Mahwah, Ramsey, Upper Saddle River, and Allendale. Classified as a 501C(3) non- profit entity, the Saddle River Valley Lions Club has raised and distributed more than $2,000,000 during its 50-year history. All of its net proceeds go directly to the charities the club supports with none of the funds raised being used to meet administrative expenses, a cost borne by the Lions themselves. For more information about membership or any of the many other activities and events sponsored by the Saddle River Valley Lions Club, visit www.SRVLions.org. To learn more about the National 4-H Hall of Fame event and past recipients, visit www.nae4ha.com/hof. Page 14 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 ‘Harp to Heart’ features stringers and singers by John Koster The “Harp to Heart” concert at the Ridgewood Library centered on Katy Wong, but introduced the near-capacity audience to a whole roster of talented string players, sing- ers, woodwind performers, and another skilled harpist. Wong, the U.S. delegate to the 2014 World Harp Con- gress in Sydney, Australia, played her duet with Violetta Norrie, a freshman at the Manhattan School of Music. She also introduced an original composition by Matthew Liu of Juilliard, who sat in the audience and spoke briefly on stage, explaining how Wong asked him to write an original piece, which came to be called “Romantic Tempers.” Wong also shared the stage with her younger sister Kari, an oboist and a freshman at Ridgewood High School, performing “Reverie” by Claude Debussy, familiar as the opening and closing theme from the overnight WQXR classic radio program narrated by Nimet Habachy. Ensembles featured Stephanie Pizza, a flutist; Nick Borghoff, a violinist; Jack Bird, a violist and singer; and Morgan Mastrangelo, a pianist and singer. The principal harpist for the NJ All State Wind Ensem- ble and NJ All State Orchestra, and a performer with the Bergen County Youth Orchestra, Wong also performs at churches and nursing homes. She organized “Half the Sky,” which funds surgery for Chinese children. Katy Wong and her sister Kari performed Claude Debussy’s ‘Reverie’ in a duet. November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 15 Ridgewood, not its water company, donated to teams by John Koster The Ridgewood administration super- vised by the Ridgewood Village Coun- cil, not the Ridgewood Water Company, donated $59,000 to recreational sports groups before Village Manager Roberta Sonenfeld curtailed the technically ille- gal donations a few weeks ago. The Ridgewood Water Company, as a quasi-separate entity, actually donated $2,000 a year from 2011 to 2014 to vari- ous sports groups for a total of $8,000. Village Manager Sonenfeld, once apprised of the donations and the fact they were technically illegal under state law, curtailed them and last week clari- fied the actual amounts in writing. The report that the Ridgewood Water Com- pany had donated $59,000 for more than a decade as previously published was incorrect and the actual amount donated was $8,000 over the past four years, as Sonenfeld explained last week. “Municipalities, by state law, cannot make donations to charitable institu- tions,” Sonenfeld said. “There are very few exceptions to this.” “We have been making donations to Social Services of Ridgewood and Vicinity. Last year’s contribution was $4,500. We have been making donations to Social Services for over 10 years. This practice will not be continued,” she said. “We have also been providing funds to Children’s Aid and Family Services; last year’s amount was $5,000. In this case, there was a contract that calls for Chil- dren’s Aid to provide counseling services to Ridgewood residents during crisis situ- ations. This service has not been widely used and we will not renew this for next year. We have been providing funds to Children’s Aid for over 10 years as well. “In both of the above cases, the con- text was that these organizations do, in fact, provide services to some Ridgewood residents. “As far as sports teams are concerned: The village has been providing monies to Ridgewood sports teams for over a decade and more -- these teams may be 501c3s or not. The amount of monies provided has decreased over time. Last year, the village gave $3,000 (Ridgewood Soccer $500, Ridgewood Junior Football $500, Ridgewood Lacrosse $500, Ridgewood Biddy Basketball $500, Ridgewood Base- ball/Softball $500, Ridgewood Hoops Club $500). In prior years, the village also provided funding to Ridgewood Junior Wrestling and Ridgewood Roller Hockey. Between 2008 through 2014, sports teams were given approximately $59,000. Again, I think the intent was right-minded as we do run recreational programs for our youth, but to avoid any semblance of 501c3 donations we will stop these contributions top the sports teams. “Ridgewood Water began a practice in 2011 to donate money to Ridgewood Baseball, Midland Park Baseball and Glen Rock Baseball (total about $2,000 per year). My understanding is that the prior village management thought that this would be a positive community ges- ture. The practice has now stopped.” Sonenfeld clarified the written state- ment verbally by identifying former Village Manager Ken Gabbert as the manager who had approved the $2,000 per year comprehensive donation to the Ridgewood, Glen Rock, and Midland Park baseball groups. A former Ridgewood Council member had stated separately that when Gab- bert arrived as village manager, Gabbert found that some of the money collected from Glen Rock, Midland Park, and Wyckoff water fees was being used to support the Ridgewood Police Depart- ment, the Ridgewood Fire Department, and the administration. Gabbert curtailed the practice. Glen Rock Mayor John van Keuren, a retired financial professional, confirmed that water fees had apparently been used to fund Ridgewood functions not involved with the delivery of water to customers in the other three towns. The court case in which Wyckoff, Glen Rock, and Mid- land Park filed suit against Ridgewood is pending. Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 Hollywood revisited As outdoor living winds down due to the seasonal tem- perature shift, those of us who can pass up the vacations that promise “getaways” or “escapes” -- escapes from what? America? -- have TV to fall back on. My wife and I like nothing better than to put on eight layers of clothing and watch “Reel Thirteen” every Saturday night. The secret of enjoying the same movie more than once is this: The first time you watch for the plot and the characters and the next three times you enjoy the allusions, anachro- nisms, and absurdities. In “The Searchers” (1956), John Wayne tracks the Comanches to the same Indianist theme that Errol Flynn tracked the Sioux to in “They Died with Their Boots On” (1914). Max Steiner, whose family knew Johann Strauss in Austria-Hungary, produced such an evocative five-note theme -- BOM-BOM, bah-bah-BOM! -- that it came to have a life of its own. In an intentional allusion, “The Searchers” begins with an orchestral version of “Lorena,” a Civil War ballad in which the singer yearns to meet his beloved after they both die, which is intensely relevant to the plot. Steiner also wrote the music for “King Kong,” which is seething with allusions. Kong lives on Skull Island. The ape and skull motif was a symbol of Darwinism. Lenin kept one on his desk to remind himself to be ruthless. Kong’s death grapple with the snake-like lizard in his skull cave, which enables Fay Wray to escape with Bruce Cabot, is an obvious Freudian allusion. The scene in which the ship’s crew and the natives join forces to keep Kong from break- ing into the village by barring the gate can be taken as an allusion to the defense of the West against communism. In the sad little sequel, “Son of Kong,” the ship is taken over by a group of angry merchant seamen whose loud-mouthed leader is simply known as “Red.” When the island sinks, the hero, the heroine, and the Chinese cook take off in a sailboat and are rescued by what is obviously a Japanese ship. Bad “reds” and kindly Japanese disappeared from Hollywood a few years later. This leads us to anachronisms. “The Searchers” begins circa 1867 as John Wayne rides up to his brother’s ranch in Texas. Later, when he rides out for vengeance, the revolver and lever-action rifle he uses are both weapon types that were not produced until 1873. For once, Wayne was ahead of his time. One of my best friends was a door gunner in Vietnam, winner of the Air Medal, and cannot stand Wayne -- yet admits that “The Searchers” was a truly great movie, and the only great movie Wayne ever made. I posit another one for my purposes: “She Wore a Yellow Ribbon.” Wayne actually acts in this one, playing an old cavalry captain troubled by retirement -- a human anachronism since he had no immediate family. As a re-run special, you get it all. You get your anachronism: The year is 1876 but Pony Express riders are said to carry the news of Custer’s Last Stand. (The real Pony Express went out of business in 1861 when Western Union linked New York to San Francisco by telegraph.) You get your allusions: The German-American post blacksmith is named “Wagner” and the anvil theme from Richard Wagner’s “Ring” opera plays briefly as Blacksmith Wagner works at the forge. The crooked Indian agent and gunrunner, Isaac Rynders, is named for a New York City gang leader of the prior decade who once ordered African-American Abolitionist Frederick Douglass beaten up for seeing an Irish woman. You get your absurdities: Indian Agent Rynders, offering the hostile Indians rifles for looted gold, climbs up on the tailgate of his buckboard and makes an insulting speech. His interpreter tells the Indians “Sicha, sicha, lelah sicha! Wasteh, wasteh, lelah wasteh!” The hostile Indians are supposed to be Southern Cheyenne, but this is the wrong language. What the interpreter says is “Bad, bad, very bad. Good, Good, very good!” My wife and I both understand rudimentary Lakota and we burst out laughing when we heard this. The Cheyenne chief, played by Noble Johnson, a multi- faced and multi-faceted black man, suavely raises his bow and puts an arrow right into Rynders’ chest. Rynders looks surprised. His crooked agency staff goes into the campfire. Wayne digs it from a safe distance. Johnson also turned up, sometimes as the native chief in “King Kong,” and in a film version of “The Most Danger- ous Game,” for which he used white-face to play a men- acing Cossack. Johnson was the hypnotized Nubian slave in “The Mummy” with Boris Karloff, and a stalwart and dignified Sikh sergeant in the Alexander Korda version of “The Jungle Book” with Sabu Dagastir. In his farewell performance, Johnson got to charge up on horseback and shoot an arrow at John Wayne’s feet, his eyes glowering a challenge. Wayne picked up the arrow, snapped it, spat on it, and threw in back at Johnson. “I’m an old man, leave me alone,” Wayne says. Then Wayne and John Big Tree, who played the friendly Indian Blue Back in “Drums along the Mohawk” when he was a decade younger, meet in peace and agree that war is no good and they should go off and get drunk together -- or perhaps watch old movies. Here’s a crash course in enjoyable movie details you may have missed, especially on “Reel 13.” In “Eye of the Needle” with Donald Sutherland and Kate Nelligan, the des- perate German U-Boat crew members waiting to hear from their ace spy all speak German with crass English accents. Conversely, in “Run Silent, Run Deep” with Clark Gable and Burt Lancaster, the Japanese destroyer crew whose ship they blow up at the beginning of the movie all look and sound distinctly Korean, while the Japanese submarine that stalks the American submarine has a crew that looks Japanese and speaks Japanese perfectly. In “The Eagle Has Landed” with Michael Caine and Donald Sutherland, the sinister intelligence officer Robert Duvall’s black eye-patch is shown first on one eye, then on the other eye. “Braveheart,” not yet on Reel 13, is said to be the world record holder for anachronisms and inaccuracies. The Scot- tish national hero William Wallace circa 1300 fought the English in full plate armor, not in a kilt with woad (blue paint) on his face as Mel Gibson did. The droite de sei- gneur was part of the plot, but researchers say it was never practiced in Catholic countries, especially not in the Brit- ish Isles. The depicted “gay” English King Edward II is believed in real life to have produced children with three different women. I call that plausible denial. The French Princess Isabelle whom William Wallace is shown to have seduced and impregnated with the future king Edward III of England was in fact three years old at the time of Wal- lace’s execution. I call that implausible precocity. However, if they ever show “Braveheart,” I will be there taking notes with a strange sense of delight. I too have a brave heart -- and a strong stomach. Letters to the Editor Coats for Kids collection under way Dear Editor: The Sons of the American Legion, along with the American Legion and its auxiliary members, are collect- ing new and gently-used coats for children in kindergarten through the third grade. There are hundreds of children in these grades who go to school in the cold of winter wearing only T-shirts. Their parents cannot afford coats, sweaters, or even sweatshirts. Donations of coats may be dropped off at American Legion Post 57, 46 Franklin Turnpike in Waldwick, after 5 p.m. on weekdays and after 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. To make a monetary donation, checks made payable to “SAL Squad 57” and marked “Coats for Kids” on the memo line may be sent to American Legion Post 57, 46 Franklin Turnpike, Waldwick, NJ 07463. Post members will shop for the coats. For more information, contact Squadron Commander Steve Toms at (201) 637-9189 or at teamtoms@verizon.net. Nancy Nielsen, President Auxiliary Unit 57 Waldwick Questions Cho’s qualifications Dear Editor: To paraphrase a popular quote, there are lies and then there are “damn lies.” Roy Cho’s campaign is apparently deft at telling the latter. In signs littering the Fifth Congres- sional District, Mr. Cho states as fact: “Moderate Republi- cans Support Roy Cho.” Really? Where is the polling data to back Cho’s claim? Certainly, Cho’s million-dollar cam- paign could have paid for another poll to back its claim. The June poll was solely a push-poll intended to bolster name recognition. In his professionally crafted Facebook page littered with rude ad hominem attacks against Congress- man Garrett, noticeably absent is any actual backing for this outlandish claim. I’m assuming someone finally real- ized Cho needs many registered Republicans to swing over to his side before he can win. Which leads me to my main point: Who is the 33-year old Roy Cho and why are people bankrolling him? Apparently, he is only an associate attorney who graduated law school a mere five years ago. Having an “inactive” New Jersey law license, he now works in New York City at Kirkland & Ellis, LLP and before that in New York City at Dewey & LeBoeuf, LLP – both in private equity. Why are “money people” bankrolling his elaborate social media campaign and associated PAC groups with hopes of jump-starting Cho’s career in politics? Unfortunately, we have already “been there, done that.” The result in that instance was two terms with a president whose palpable distain for America is so strong he would rather assist Liberians despite the dangerous consequences to US citizens. Frankly, Obama’s rejection of a travel ban with Ebola nations should disgust everyone no matter what party affiliation – including Mr. Cho. It would not be credible if Cho now said he did not align himself with Obama on immigration or an Ebola travel ban. At law school, Mr. Cho was the editor-in-chief at the leftist Georgetown Immigration Law Journal. He was also an aide to former Governor Jim McGreevy. For those who forget, McGreevy appointed Golan Cipel, a poet, to run our state’s Homeland Security Department in the hope that Cipel would become his concubine. Does anyone really believe Cho will do anything to stop Obama’s plans to bypass Congress and grant amnesty to over 30 million ille- gal aliens or urge a travel ban with Ebola nations? Bottom line: Does anyone really believe Cho will do a better job of protecting New Jersey residents? In my opinion, Cho is nothing less than a classic car- petbagger who will likely say anything to get elected. He apparently chose what he considered to be a ripe candidate and then moved to a Hackensack address solely for the election. Before Hackensack he lived in New York City and before that in Washington, D.C. at Georgetown Law and Manalapan with his parents. Having a New York City victim of Ebola – a doctor who rode the subway hours before being placed in quarantine -- should stir up voters to the dangerous policies of folks like Obama and Cho. One can only hope the slick and vicious ad hominem attacks against Congressman Garrett do not carry Cho into office – an office Cho neither deserves nor is qualified to fill. Mr. Cho may be a smart, hardworking, “nice guy” with pearly whites but he surely is not quali- fied to be our next congressman – especially with the train wreck administration we currently have. We continue to need “Tea Party Extremists” (whatever that’s supposed to mean) who are still awake to the need for a Constitution as well as putting up as many roadblocks as possible against the serious damage caused on a daily basis by the Obama administration. Paul E. Paray Ho-Ho-Kus Supporting Walsh & Batt Dear Editor: On Nov. 4, Ho-Ho-Kus residents will have the opportu- nity to vote for two board of education candidates. Many residents are familiar with the hard work, dedication, and critical role Ellen Walsh has played in improving our school (continued on page 17) November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 17 Letters to the Editor (continued from page 16) system and community. I am writing in support of Ellen, as well as a new candidate to the board, John Batt. John and his family have lived in Ho- Ho-Kus for over 10 years. During this time, I’ve been able to spend time with him during community and school events, as well as coaching sports programs with our kids. I’ve witnessed firsthand John’s commitment to service through his work as a member of the executive leadership committee for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. This is an organization that has tremendous meaning to both our families and John has worked tirelessly to advance their cause. John Batt feels strongly that the quality of our children’s education is a direct result of the current board of education, the fac- ulty, and the administration, and is excited about the opportunity to become more involved in the community and build upon this legacy. There will be many important issues facing our board in the coming years and John’s fresh perspective and business expertise combined with Ellen’s working knowledge of issues that are important to our school community are why they both have my vote. I urge you to vote for Ellen Walsh and John Batt for the Ho-Ho-Kus Board of Education. Paul Zimny Ho-Ho-Kus DeBerardine & DiMartino have experience Dear Editor: I have worked closely with all four can- didates running for Upper Saddle River Council. I served on the board of the USR Baseball Association with Perry Bonomo, Frank Barker, and Steve DiMartino. As a councilman, I have worked with Roger DeBerardine and Steve DiMartino. I feel that I can give a valuable opinion based on my experience with all of the candidates. Frank and Perry are hardworking family guys. After getting to know Frank as a coach, I recommended him for the baseball board. Perry and Frank are well-liked indi- viduals who are excellent with kids. They are volunteers for our community and should be commended for the job they have done on the baseball board as well as want- ing to serve on the council. My concern is that they are not ready for this. This is a crucial time for Upper Saddle River. We have major issues that we have been successfully working on. Councilman DiMartino is the chair- man of the Finance Committee for Upper Saddle River and has continually imple- mented changes that have improved our fiscal situation, helping to keeping munici- pal taxes stable. Steve is a Certified Public Accountant, and chief financial officer of an investment firm. He has also served as the treasurer of both the USR Baseball Association and the USR Educational Foundation. We look to Steve for his finan- cial acumen, knowing that his intelligence and experience are keys to our success. Councilman DeBerardine is our coun- cil president. He has been a member of the planning/zoning board for eight years, and is liaison to the board of education, the Shade Tree Commission, and the police department. He worked on the last two police negotiations. Roger is an experi- enced attorney, who was instrumental in the win against Rockland Sewer, negotiat- ing approximately a $1,000,000 settlement, and recently winning the Bergen County Volunteer of the Year award for his efforts. We look continually to Roger as the voice of reason helping us with difficult matters. Councilmen DiMartino and DeBerar- dine have been consistently fighting devel- opment in and near USR. Their intelligence, experience, and proven track record on var- ious organizations are essential. Frank and Perry, on the other hand, have wavered on their opinion about develop- ment. Perry was quoted as agreeing with the Mack Cali proposal and then months later, seemed to retract this statement. This inexperience and inconsistency can put our town at risk. In addition, both candidates haven’t served on any organizations other than the baseball board. They don’t have the knowledge, experience, or proven track record. Please make sure to cast your vote for DeBerardine and DiMartino, proven lead- ers, which will keep Upper Saddle River great. Jon Ditkoff, Councilman Upper Saddle River Supporting Amy Langevin Dear Editor: Last year, I had the opportunity to work together with Amy Langevin to success- fully reinstitute the Before Care program at the Ho-Ho Kus Public School. Throughout my experience, I got to know Amy as a tire- less advocate for our children and our Ho- Ho-Kus families. She is a regular, and often times, only public attendee at the board of education meetings raising questions and new busi- ness to help better our community. She not only listens, but understands the issues and takes action on key issues. Her civic aware- ness extends beyond our school and she actively advocates for community issues among the town council such as the preser- vation of the Memorial Day Parade. Amy has my vote because she is some- one who has represented our community and she would continue to represent our community in its entirety as an active member of the board. I encourage you to vote for Amy Langevin, Column 1, for Ho- Ho-Kus School Board on Nov. 4. Sarah Bergeron Ho-Ho-Kus Waldwick cannot take on cost of White’s Pond Dear Editor: While I agree that White’s Pond is an asset to the community, the town has been woefully neglect in the past years in seek- ing grant monies from the government to maintain it properly. Past administrations cannot be blamed since the administrator has been the common thread for decades. He is ultimately the “go to” person for all issues. I believe the residents of Waldwick are overtaxed now without adding an addi- tional tax that would only benefit a select few who would enjoy a resort-like setting in their private yards. Kathleen Scorzelli Waldwick Endorses John Batt Dear Editor: John Batt is a strong candidate for the Ho-Ho-Kus Board of Education, and it is with pride that we endorse him. For 10 years, John and his family have lived in Ho- Ho-Kus, and throughout that time, he has volunteered his time endlessly. Whether volunteering for baseball, basketball, soft- ball, or giving his time as a member of the executive leadership committee for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, John has shown time and again his dedication to those efforts in which he believes. The education the children of Ho-Ho- Kus receive is one such effort. John believes the dedication of the current board of edu- cation, the faculty, and the administration is directly responsible for the phenomenal quality of education at the Ho-Ho-Kus School. He looks forward to the opportunity of becoming more involved in the school, while lending his strong business skills to the current board. Having graduated from Amherst College and NYU’s School of Business, coupled with his position as a regional business development leader for Grant Thornton, LLP, John is more than qualified to serve as a productive board member. It would be an honor to have him on the Ho-Ho-Kus Board of Education. Kate Armstrong Pieter van der Heide Ho-Ho-Kus Choices have consequences Dear Editor: New Jersey’s planning and zoning laws and procedures were established for many reasons. One reason is that zoning changes are serious issues with permanent conse- quences. They affect schools, infrastruc- ture, wastewater management, sanitation, police and fire needs, traffic, and the beauty and quality of life of residents for years to come. Developers have their interests, seek their changes, make their profits, and then they are gone. The town is forever left with the consequences, whether good or bad. We know a resident cannot build a swim- ming pool too close to his or her property line because this may affect a neighbor. There may be water runoff, noise issues, or the plan may be visually intrusive. The resident seeking the change cannot simply strike a deal behind closed doors with the mayor or planning board. Engineering stud- ies are done, notices to affected residents sent, and open meetings held. This open and deliberate process gives those poten- tially affected the right and opportunity be heard after all necessary information is gathered. This process prevents corruption and affords due process to all involved. At the Oct. 22 town hall meeting, our mayor introduced several professionals who outlined the rules and procedures involved in seeking a zoning change in New Jersey. It was made clear that none have been followed by Mack Cali in seek- ing the rezoning of One Lake Street. Instead, Mack Cali has attempted to gain public favor by floating an artistic render- ing of the project in the media and through public relations campaigns. At the meeting, an engineer noted that the Mack Cali ren- dering was deceptive as the buildings were drawn out of scale and a large building was completely omitted from the drawing. The engineer expressed serious concern about the infrastructure impacts of the project, particularly with wastewater management, and stressed the importance of the detailed investigation involved in the zoning appli- cation process. Mack Cali has chosen to ignore this pro- cess and has simply filed a law suit. Anyone who pays a $200 filing fee can file a lawsuit in New Jersey, whether they have legitimate claim or not. I will not debate the merits of this case, as I believe the town planner and attorneys have laid out very clearly that the claims made in the law suit by Mack Cali are without merit. Lawsuits without merit should, and can, be successfully defended. Ask yourselves why Mack Cali has chosen not to follow the process. Is it just simply that it knows that full disclosure and open meetings would expose the detrimen- tal realities of such a project? There is more to this election than a non- binding referendum. There are two impor- tant council seats up for election and two more next year. There are only six mem- bers of the borough council. These are the people who will be voting on and deciding this issue. The Independent candidates suggest that we make deals with the developers, agree to development without due diligence, avoid law suits regardless of their merits, give the developers what they want because high density housing is inevitable, and maybe we can get a nice field out of the deal. I sug- gest that this is the wrong approach. (continued on page 18) Page 18 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 Obituaries Aune Matilda Axberg Aune Matilda Axberg, nee Allen, of Mahwah, formerly of Waldwick, died Oct. 28. She was 99. She was a member of the Waldwick Women’s Club and the Eastern Star. She is survived by her children Eric J.A. Axberg of Madison, Connecticut, and Karen A. L. Boswell of Wyckoff, and three grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband Harry R. Axberg and her son Robert L.J. Axberg. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Wyckoff Public Library, 200 Woodland Avenue, Wyckoff 07481. John Melvin Cannon John Melvin Cannon of Waldwick died Oct. 20. He was 82. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. Before retir- ing in 1997, he was employed at Rehau Inc. in Waldwick as an inside sales repre- sentative. He attended Hawthorne Gospel Church. He is survived by his wife Barbara Cannon, sisters and brothers-in-law, and many nieces and nephews. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 785517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 or the Waldwick Ambulance Corps, 20 Whites Lane, Waldwick, NJ 07463. G. Michael Garde G. Michael Garde of Upper Saddle River, formerly of Oradell, died Oct. 28. He was director of facilities for Quest Diag- nostics in Teterboro for 43 years. He is sur- vived by his wife Debra (nee Rubner) and his children Nicole and Michael. He is also survived by his sisters Colleen Derbinsky, Maureen Carson, Eileen Breault, and Kath- leen Depken. Arrangements were made by Volk Leber Funeral Home in Oradell. Memorial donations may be made to Saint Jude Children’s Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, TN 38101 or the Make a Wish Foundation, 1034 Salem Road, Union, NJ 07083. Sharon A. Haas Sharon A. Haas nee Omelianuk, of Haw- thorne, formerly of Waldwick and Wyckoff, died Oct. 26. She was 70. She was a member of the Wyckoff Ambulance Corps and a parishioner of Saint Elizabeth’s Church in Wyckoff and then Saint Anthony’s Church in Hawthorne. She is survived by her hus- band Douglas M. Haas; her sons Clifford, Daniel, and Andrew; and six grandchil- dren. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to Saint Jude Trib- ute Program, P.O. Box 1000, Department 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142. Jane Saliba Jane Saliba, nee Formosa, of Mahwah died Oct. 23. She was 85. Arrangements were made by Van Emburgh-Sneider-Per- nice Funeral Home in Ramsey. Christopher Scandone Christopher Scandone of Hillsborough, formerly of Waldwick, died Oct. 21. He was 36. He attended Waldwick High School, Ramapo College, and Lincoln Tech. He was employed at Princeton Porsche. He is survived by his wife Diana “Jee” and two-month-old son Paul James “P.J.” He is also survived by his parents Paulette and Greg; his brother Craig and sister-in-law Katie; grandparents Pauline, Nicholas, and Norma; in-laws Joan and Stuart; brother- in-law Benjamin; sister-in-law Lily; and nieces Ellie and Rayna. Arrangements were made by Vander Plaat Funeral Home in Wyckoff. Memorial donations may be made to tinyurl.com/cscandone to benefit baby Paul James Scandone. Joseph Vargo Joseph Vargo of Upper Saddle River, formerly of Garfield, died Oct. 18. He was 92. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran of World War II. Captain Vargo was a pilot of the twin engine P-38 Photo Reconnais- sance Squadron and flew 92 missions in the China-Burma-India Asiatic Pacific Theater of Operations during World War II. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal with Leaf Clusters, and Meritorious Service campaign rib- bons. He was a former parishioner of Most Holy Name R.C. Church of Garfield and a member of the Most Holy Name Cadets. He is survived by his siblings George Vargo, Vera Eckardt, Helen Otten, and Mary Koper. He was predeceased by his wife Anita and his brothers John and Ste- phen Vargo. Arrangements were made by Kugler Community Home for Funerals in Saddle Brook. Letters to the Editor (continued from page 17) Roger DeBeradine and Steven DiMar- tino have made it clear that they want the process followed; they will oppose devel- opers’ lawsuits. They will ensure proper studies are done, and follow the process to preserve the quality of life in Upper Saddle River we have come to enjoy. Mr. DeBera- dine brings to the table more than 40 years of experience in effectively dealing with these very issues. This election is not a popularity contest. It’s not about whether a candidate shook your hand in school or coached your daugh- ter. Please remember that zoning changes have permanent consequences. On Nov. 4, you will be alone in the voting booth. Carefully consider the consequences of your choices. James S. Lynch Upper Saddle River Vote ‘no’ on White’s Pond Dear Editor: As a current taxpayer of Waldwick, I would like to address the issue of White’s Pond, which has been a major talking point in town recently. The president of Friends of White’s Pond has brought up some thoughtful points which would indicate that, if White’s Pond is not dredged immediately, it will become a swamp, taking with it the beauty it now holds for all to enjoy. There are several schools of thought here, however. According to recently con- tacted experts in this field, White’s Pond is a normal, healthy pond which is stocked twice a year or more by the Department of Fish and Wildlife and has been tested regularly for the proper oxygen levels nec- essary to support a body of water of this type. Conclusively, the necessity for dredging immediately now appears to be in ques- tion, despite the urgency in the minds of some responsible citizens in town. As a result, the mayor and council have reached out to elected officials in both the Congress and the Senate for assistance in this matter. They are currently looking to next year when more funds become avail- able to satisfy this need. This is a top prior- ity for the council, as their most important goal is to satisfy the needs of the citizens of Waldwick and to make sure that Whites Pond, “The Jewel of Waldwick,” will be maintained for years to come, without put- ting an additional tax burden of $100 dol- lars a year for 12 years on those citizens already living on tight budgets, particu- larly senior citizens. So, instead of increasing taxes at this juncture, let’s allow our responsible elected officials do their jobs, as they have done successfully before, while at the same time considering all taxpayers in these demand- ing economic times. Sue Tovey Waldwick Langevin is up to challenge Dear Editor: Amy Langevin defines perseverance and courage. Despite many obstacles and a few defeats, she has remained commit- ted to her cause. She has worked tirelessly over the past few years to obtain a seat on the Ho-Ho-Kus School Board and to cham- pion causes brought to her by members of the community. Amy has been a regu- lar attendee and participant at the school board meetings. She led the group of citi- zens that obtained the board’s approval for Early Drop Off Care, a program that has provided a great service and benefit to the families of Ho-Ho-Kus. Amy was also one of the leaders of the group that stepped up to save the annual Memorial Day Parade. Amy is always willing to roll up her sleeves and contribute her time and effort to accomplish the goals of the community. I’m supporting Amy because I know she’s up for the challenge. I am encourag- ing my friends to vote for Amy because she is right for the job and can effectively represent us. Whether you vote Langevin/Batt or Langevin/Walsh or just Langevin, be sure to vote for Amy. Janine Haspel Ho-Ho-Kus November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 19 Allendale Notebook Holiday Boutique Night is November 11 Northern Highlands Project Graduation 2015 will host its Holiday Boutique Night on Tuesday, Nov. 11. The event will be held from 4:30 to 9 p.m. at Northern Highlands Regional High School, 298 Hillside Avenue in Allendale. The boutique will feature gifts, jewelry, clothing, hand- bags, home accessories, specialty foods, sporting equip- ment, entertainment, and more. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for students. Marist College Gospel Choir to perform On Sunday, Nov. 23 at 4 p.m., the Marist College Gospel Choir will perform a concert to benefit the Highlands Pres- byterian Church Organ Restoration Project. The event will be held at Calvary Lutheran Church at 165 West Crescent Avenue in Allendale. Tickets purchased in advance are $20 and are available at www.highlandschurch.net or by calling (201) 327-4466. At the door, tickets will be $22. Since 2009, the Marist College Gospel Choir has been under the direction of David Burns. The group has traveled the Northeast performing for groups both large and small. Annual Holiday Breakfast announced The Allendale Woman’s Club will host a Holiday Break- fast Saturday, Dec. 6 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Brook- side School cafeteria. This annual event is for people of all ages and religious affiliations and will include a full breakfast supplied by Allendale Eats, Bernie’s Bagels, and Dunkin’ Donuts. There will be live entertainment, crafts, activities, and a visit from Santa. Those who attend are asked to bring a new, unwrapped gift for at-risk children ranging in age from newborns through age 12. The gifts will be donated to Family Prom- ise of Bergen County. Breakfast tickets are $5 per person and $20 for a family. Tickets will be available at the Allendale Holiday Walk on Friday, Dec. 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. and at the door on the day of the breakfast. Brookside School is located at 100 Brookside Avenue in Allendale. For more information, visit to www.allendale- womansclub.org or contact Lynn Novak at (201) 841–9194, AWCholiday@gmail.com. Community Christmas Choir seeks musicians A Community Christmas Concert will merge the vocal and musical talents of all five Allendale churches to spread the Christmas message and holiday spirit to the commu- nity on Sunday, Dec.7 at 4 p.m. at Archer United Methodist Church. The concert will include a handbell choir, arias by mezzo-soprano Laura Van Orden, and the Northern High- lands Jazz Band. Christmas carols selected by the choral directors of the five participating churches will be sung by the 40-member Community Christmas Choir and the Youth Choir. The concert will feature a piano presentation by Dmitri Kochtcheev and an organ selection by Alan Newman played on Archer United Methodist Church’s historic Moeller pipe organ. Pastor Jenny of Calvary Lutheran, Rev. Charles from Guardian Angel, Pastor David of Highlands Presbyterian Church, Rev. Michael from Trinity Episcopal, and Pastor Tom from Archer United Methodist Church will share the Advent story with scriptural references. Ray Gombach, sacred storyteller, will provide special insight to the Christ- mas message. Open rehearsals will take place at Archer United Meth- odist Church on Nov. 19 and Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. Anyone who is interested in joining the choir may attend the rehearsals to prepare for the concert. The Christmas Concert will be a benefit for Family Promise of Bergen County, a program that assists tempo- rarily homeless working families with children. Allendale’s churches have embraced the Family Promise families for the past eight years. Everyone is invited to attend a reception following the concert. Archer United Methodist Church is located at 37 East Allendale Avenue. For details, call (201) 327-0020. Ho-Ho-Kus Jottings Council plans one November session The Ho-Ho-Kus Council will hold a combination work session and public session on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. The work session that would have been held Nov. 18 was rescheduled due to the annual League of Municipalities Meeting. Auxiliary sets Shopping Night On Thursday, Nov. 20 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., the Ho-Ho- Kus Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will host Shopping Night at the Community Church of Ho-Ho-Kus at 400 Warren Avenue. Participating vendors will provide products from Lia Sophia, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Tastefully Simple, Arbonne, and more. This benefit will also include a free basket fundraiser that includes items from the vendors. The auxiliary will receive a portion of the proceeds, which will aid its support of charitable causes. Seniors plan fall events The Ho-Ho-Kus Seniors organization meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month in the Hermitage Educa- tion Center at 335 North Franklin Turnpike in Ho-Ho-Kus. Beverages and dessert are served at noon, and the programs begin at 1 p.m. Residents age 55 and up are welcome. Dues are $10 per year. On Dec. 9, the group will hear a program from Craig McManus on “Vintage Holiday Ornaments.” On Dec. 19, the group will travel to the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse to see “A Playhouse Christmas.” For more information, contact Joan at (201) 444-4896. Press releases for this column may be sent to editorial@villadom.com. Deadline is Wednesday at noon. Page 20 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • November 5, 2014 ‘Birdman’ provides close-up of human deterioration by Dennis Seuling “Birdman” or “The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance” is a curious movie. It can be interpreted on two levels: the actual and the metaphoric. If taken completely as a reality- based tale, one is in for trouble along the way, as director Alejandro G. Inarritu throws in a number of scenes that will raise questions that are never answered. As a meta- phoric glimpse into the mind of a man seeking respect- ability, it is far more successful. Riggan Thomson (Michael Keaton) is a 60-ish actor whose greatest fame was starring in a trilogy of action movies as Birdman, an immensely popular winged super- hero. Years later, he has written and is directing and star- ring in a Broadway play in an attempt to resurrect his career and sweep up some artistic credits in the process. He has invested a fortune in the production and viewers see the final days prior to opening night. The cast includes Lesley (Naomi Watts), who plays Riggan’s stage wife; Laura, Riggan’s younger, unappreciated lover; and Mike (Edward Norton), an egotistical Hollywood star and Method actor who attempts to hijack the production. Using long takes as characters move through the cor- ridors, dressing rooms, staircases, catwalks, and roof of the Saint James Theater, Inarritu creates rising tension as problems surface and everyone looks to Riggan for a quick fix. He is under enormous pressure. He encounters “The New York Times” critic (Lindsay Duncan) in a bar near the theater, and she vows to kill the play on principle. She regards Riggan as a toxic infringer in the world of serious theater. Basically, “Birdman” is the story of a man’s gradual mental breakdown as the disappointments and successes of his life merge into a series of professional and personal failures. He has been a distant father to daughter Sam (Emma Stone), who is fresh out of rehab and serves as his personal assistant, and he feels that being defined by the public as the guy in the Birdman suit is not much of a legacy. Keaton is excellent in a performance that requires a wide emotional range. The character is unlike any he has played before, and has parallels with his own career. (Keaton played Batman in the first two big-screen films.) There is a depth here that viewers have not seen from him before. As Riggan scurries around, trying to keep it together for the sake of the play, he is like a tennis player fending off one lob after another, focused on the opening night goal. Michael Keaton and Edward Norton star in ‘Birdman.’ There are cinematic moments when viewers see what is in Riggan’s mind. For example, he believes he can levitate, and he is shown in the lotus position three feet above the ground just prior to a rehearsal. Viewers also are treated to a scene in which he dives off a roof and soars around buildings in his everyday street clothes. These are memo- rable moments, but Keaton plays them matter-of-factly, as Riggan’s mind’s imagines them. Norton’s Mike is an obnoxious character who is totally immersed in himself. A quick study, he has already memorized the entire play when he shows up for his first rehearsal and is not shy about suggesting ways to pep up the dialogue and make improvements. Because he is also Lesley’s boyfriend, the oil-and-water mixture of private and professional lives eventually becomes yet another dis- traction for a production already at risk. Norton’s Mike is arrogant, annoyingly self-assured, and despicably honest. There are numerous clashes between him and Riggan, but as Riggan’s yes-man producer, Jake (Zach Galifianakis), constantly reminds Riggan, Mike is hot at the box office and firing him would diminish advance sales. So Riggan must swallow his pride, cope with Mike’s overreaching, and try to keep his eye on opening night. Rated R, “Birdman” is a surrealistic fantasy grounded in the backstage world of Broadway. Notable for excellent photography that includes long tracking shots, ever-chang- ing lighting, and actors’ movements choreographed to the camera, it is an intriguing look at a man under pres- sure. Reassessing a life not always lived well, Riggan — haunted by demons of the past — hopes to redeem himself by making a significant mark in the world of legitimate theater. November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • Page 21 ‘Annie Oakley,’ TV’s first heroine, now on DVD by Dennis Seuling “Annie Oakley: The Complete Series” (VCI Entertainment) features TV’s first heroine at a time when most kids’ shows were headed by male stars (“Superman,” Roy Rogers, Gene Autry, “The Lone Ranger,” “The Adventures of Robin Hood,” “Zorro”). Gail Davis, 5’ 2’ and 95 pounds, portrayed the title character. Annie was a crack shot and a bane to bad men who found themselves in her hometown of Diablo, where she lived with her kid brother, Tagg (Jimmy Hawkins). Deputy Lofty Craig (Brad Johnson) was her boyfriend, and her uncle, Luke MacTavish, was the seldom- seen town sheriff. Davis was discovered by Autry, who featured her in nearly 20 of his movies and 30 of his own program’s episodes, and then spun her off into this series of her own, which was produced by his company. A good rider and trick shot, she also per- formed in Autry’s traveling rodeo. Davis once remarked, “So far as I’m concerned, I’m going to be Annie Oakley for the rest of my born days.” The real Annie lived from 1859 to 1926 and was an exhibition sharpshooter for Buffalo Bill and other traveling shows. She traveled around the world, and once shot a cigarette from the mouth of Kaiser Wil- helm II. The Annie of the TV series was less worldly and was not in show business. The show ran from 1954 to 1957. This set contains 11 DVDs with all 81 episodes. Bonuses include a booklet with episode guide; photo galleries; original commer- cials with Davis as Annie; the original pilot, “Bull’s Eye,” featuring Billy Gray as Tagg (Gray went on to star in “Father Knows Best”); and “Pigtails & Six-Shooters: The Making of TV’s Annie Oakley,” a new doc- umentary featuring interviews with Terrie Davis (Gail Davis’ daughter), Western his- torian Rob Word, and an archival interview with the show’s star. “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” (Warner Home Video) continues the adven- ture of the title character, Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman), as he journeys with the Wizard Gandalf (Ian McKellen) and 13 dwarves led by Thorin Oakenshield (Rich- ard Armitage) on an epic quest to reclaim the Lonely Mountain and the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor. Having survived the beginning of their unexpected journey, the company travels East, along the way encountering skin-changer Beorn (Mikael Persbrandt) and a swarm of giant spiders in the treacherous forest of Mirkwood. After escaping capture by the dangerous wood- elves, the dwarves reach Lake-town and Lonely Mountain, where they must face the greatest danger of all: the dragon Smaug. Director Peter Jackson simply cannot make a movie of reasonable length, even when he breaks the story into three install- ments. At just shy of three hours, “The Desolation of Smaug” plods. Jackson is masterful at conjuring mythical places and landscapes with computer-generated images, but at the expense of pace. Jackson blows up this fantasy adventure to epic- plus proportions without the dramatic heft to justify the expanded running time. The film is repetitive and fails to adequately showcase its numerous characters. The over nine hours of extras on the three-disc extended edition include film- makers’ commentary, a digital copy, “New Zealand: Home of Middle Earth, Part 2,” and a featurette on the filming of “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” that covers pre-production in the many depart- ments of the film in the months leading up to the start of principal photography, train- ing, the work done on set, and the world of its digital effects. “Maleficent” (Disney), starring Ange- lina Jolie in the title role, is a live-action film that explores the untold story of Disney’s iconic villain from the classic animated feature “Sleeping Beauty.” Maleficent is driven by revenge and a fierce desire to protect the moors over which she presides. She cruelly places a curse upon the human king’s newborn infant, Aurora. As Aurora grows, she is caught in the middle of the conflict between the forest kingdom she has grown to love and the human kingdom that holds the key to peace in the land and ultimately is forced to take drastic actions that will alter both worlds forever. This reimagining of the fairy tale suc- ceeds mostly on Jolie’s performance. She is imposing and appropriately sinister. The (continued on Crossword page) Gail Davis as Annie Oakley. Page 22 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • November 5, 2014 DVD releases (continued from Restaurant page) movie takes a cue from Broadway’s “Wicked” in providing a back story and expanding the history of a famous vil- lain, but is not as successful in providing insight into what makes Maleficent tick. Over-dependence on computer-gen- erated effects ultimately becomes repetitious. When Jolie is on screen, viewers are transfixed. At other times, the movie is merely routine. Bonuses on the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack include five behind-the-scenes featurettes, deleted scenes, and a digital copy. “Hercules” (Paramount) is based on the comics by Steve Moore. The title character (Dwayne Johnson) is a sort of con man. He is a sword-for-hire hulk of a guy who uses his outsize reputation as son of Zeus and slayer of the Hydra to draw crowds and inflate his price. He wears a costume: the invincible hide of the Nemean lion. Johnson has always had more than his share of charm, which works well for him here, since Hercules is portrayed more as celebrity than as warrior. Personality counts more than brute strength to make a living. Director Brett Ratner has given the film a light tone, which fits Johnson like a glove. Ratner also delivers on the action, particularly about half-way through as Hercules proves he can deliver when the going gets tough. Many movies about Hercules tend to be less than stellar and even silly, so the choice to present this “Hercules” with a knowing wink pays off. Extras on the Blu-ray/DVD combo pack include both theatrical and extended versions, 15 deleted/extended scenes, an introduction by Ratner and Johnson, four making-of featurettes, and a digital copy. “The Unauthorized Saved by the Bell Story” (Lions- gate), timed to the 25th Anniversary of the premiere of the iconic series, is a made-for-TV movie based on Dustin Dia- mond’s (a/k/a “Screech” Powers) book “Behind the Bell.” The film shines light on the on- and off-screen drama of the hit ‘90s television sitcom that changed the face of Ameri- can Saturday morning television. The brand new cast was hand-picked by the original casting director for “Saved by the Bell,” Robin Lippin. The original show aired from 1989 to 1993 and followed a group of friends and their principal at Bayside High School. Focusing on lighthearted comedic situations, it occasion- ally touched on serious social issues such as drug use, driv- ing under the influence, homelessness, divorce, death, and environmental issues. The series starred Mark-Paul Gos- selaar, Elizabeth Berkley, Mario Lopez, Dustin Diamond, Lark Voorhies, Dennis Haskins, and Tiffani-Amber Thies- sen. It originated as “Good Morning, Miss Bliss” on the Disney Channel, but was dropped after 13 episodes. NBC picked up the series and revamped the cast. “The Unauthorized Saved by the Bell Story” is unfortu- nately characterized by sub-par acting, stiff dialogue, rou- tine plotting, and minimal dramatic tension. Promoted as a tell-all saga of what went on during production, the result is surprisingly scandal-free and family-friendly apart from pervasive cynicism by Diamond, who is credited as an executive producer, about being the slighted cast member, shunned by his co-stars and under-appreciated by the show’s producers. 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Help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fathers, Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. This novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. My prayers were answered. Thank you, St. Jude. jw Ask St. Clare for 3 favors, 1 business, 2 impossible. Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candles. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish the 9th day. “May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised, adored & glori- fied today & every day.” Request will be granted no matter how impossible it seems. Publication must be promised. Thank you for answering my prayer. nw RELIGIOUS Prayer to the Blessed Virgin cont. from preceding page Prayer to St. Clare ANNOUNCEMENTS Prayer to St. Jude (Never known to fail) Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splen- dor of heaven, Mother of the Son of God. Immacu- late Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me, herein you are my mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein, you are my mother. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goals. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecu- tive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Thank you for answering my prayers. kp Thank You St. Jude May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glori- fied, loved and preserved throughout the world now and forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus, pray for us St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. St. Jude, help of the hopeless, pray for us. Say this prayer nine times a day by the ninth day, your prayer will be answered. Publi- cation must be promised. Thank you St. Jude. mb CLASSIFIED Up to 3 lines .............................. $12.00 $13.50 Each additional line ................... $2.50 Name _______________________________________ Address _____________________________________ City/State/Zip _________________________________ Phone _______________________________________ (25 Characters per line including spaces and punctuation) Carefully check your advertisiment the day it appears since we can not be responsible for errors of any kind in subsequent editions of the same ad. Corrections and changes, however, will be gladly made. MAIL TO: CLASSIFIEDS-VILLADOM TIMES P.O. Box 96, Midland Park, NJ 07432 Be sure to enclose your check or money order. ORDER FORM AND PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY THURSDAY 12 NOON FOR AD HELP, CALL 201-652-0744 Oh, Holy St. Jude, apostle and martyr. Great in virtue and rich in miracles; near kinsman of Jesus Christ; faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need. To you I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude, pray for us all who invoke your aid. Amen. Say three Our Fathers, Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. This novena has never been known to fail. This novena must be said for 9 consecutive days. My prayers were answered. Thank you, St. Jude. ev Prayer to the Blessed Virgin (Never known to fail) Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splen- dor of heaven, Mother of the Son of God. Immacu- late Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me, herein you are my mother. Oh, Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in this necessity There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show me herein, you are my mother. Oh, Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goals. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me, I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecu- tive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favor is granted. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Thank you for answering my prayers. av Prayer to St. Clare Ask St. Clare for 3 favors, 1 business, 2 impossible. Say 9 Hail Marys for 9 days with lighted candles. Pray whether you believe or not. 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Proceeds fund Shelter Our tin.net Future! Pets foster FREE Brochure.1- For more information, visit Shel- care program. Martin Roofing Supply 80 0 -26 4 - 8330.Benjamin terOurPets.org. Franklin HS. www.diploma- fromhome.com November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES III • Page 25 Waldwick Watch Veterans Day ceremony set The Waldwick Foreign Wars Post 1049 and American Legion Post 57 will hold a Veterans Day ceremony at the Public Safety Building on East Pros- pect Street at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11. All are welcome to join in honoring all past and present veterans and their sacrifices for the nation. After the service, attendees are invited the American Legion Post for hot dogs and refreshments. Thanksgiving Pie Sale set The Waldwick High School Gradua- tion Ball Committee is holding a Thanks- giving Pie Sale featuring desserts from Colleen’s Confections. Order pies by Nov. 16 for a Nov. 26 pickup. Pumpkin or apple pies are available for $20; bread choices in pumpkin or cinnamon apple spice are $10. To place an order, call (201) 248-8128 or visit www.colleensconfections.biz. Pies may be picked up in the parking lot of the high school at 155 Wyckoff Avenue between 4 and 5 p.m. on Nov. 26. Cash payment is expected upon delivery. A percentage of the sales will benefit the Grad Ball, a drug- and alcohol-free event held the night of Waldwick High School’s graduation. Thanksgiving Dinner Food Drive under way Pascack Community Bank in Waldwick is hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner Food Drive to benefit the Center for Food Action serving Bergen County. This Thanksgiving, CFA will provide more than 3,000 families with dinner, including turkey and all the “fixings.” The community is invited to help make this holiday special for neighbors in need by donating non-perishable items and grocery store gift cards. Sug- gested donations include apple or cran- berry juice, canned fruit, Parmalat milk, canned vegetables and yams, coffee and tea, canned gravy, sugar, flour, baking mix, cranberry sauce, mayonnaise, salad dressing, nuts, trail mix, raisins, pump- kin pie filling, ready pie crust, rice, and stuffing. Food items may be left in the bin inside the bank’s 64 Crescent Avenue branch. Hours are weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. WCA hosts special parade Library hosts programs for adults The Waldwick Public Library, located at 19 East Prospect Street, hosts free pro- grams for adults at 7:30 p.m. Registra- tion is requested; call (201) 652-5104. Celebrate New Jersey’s 350th Birth- day Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m. as Phil Jaeger presents a slide lecture of historical high- lights from each of the state’s 21 coun- ties. Sites and events include a deserted village, a seaside hotel, the “trial of the century,” and more. On Nov. 18, meet Dr. Irwin Berkow- itz, author of “Instructions Not Included: Raising the Best Kids on the Block.” Dr. Berkowitz, a pediatrician and author, has over four decades in medicine. He is a former director of the department of pediatrics at Valley Hospital and was named one of the “Top Docs” in the New York metropolitan area. He will present anecdotes from his career and answer commonly asked questions on vaccina- tions, illness, and more. The library’s Classic Film Series is held every Thursday at 2 p.m. Each film includes an introduction by the library’s film historian, and light refreshments are served. “Sitting Pretty” will be pre- sented Nov. 6. Referendum (continued from page 5) Shea said he was not convinced there would be “hard savings.” He also asked about the replacement cost of the field being expressed as a present value number. He asked how the board would budget for the eventual cost of replacement. Ferrara responded that the district is permit- ted to have a maintenance reserve. Federer added that the projected replacement cost of $400,000 could decrease. Councilwoman Maryellen Lennon asked if the track would be regulation size. Board Vice President Ellen Walsh said the track would be 375 meters, while the stan- dard is 400. However, she assured Lennon that the district could still host track meets, noting that the district now hosts meets on the existing non-regulation track. Shea asked about annual maintenance costs for the new facility. Ferrara said the cost would be $8,000. Resident Janet Scott asked the board about potential health concerns associated with the polyurethane “blades” of the artificial turf. “How do you know there’s no health risk?” Scott asked, expressing concerns about possible off-gassing. The resi- dent asserted that not enough is known about the product. Federer said the blades are made of recyclable, lead- free, non-hazardous materials. Walsh added that the board’s representative from the artificial turf company, Geo Turf, had said the materials are tested for off-gassing and he did not know of any off-gassing from the product. After the meeting, Ferrara said the board has researched the product and was not being careless with children’s Enthusiastic community members of all ages turned out in force for the Waldwick Community Alliance’s Ragamuffin Parade. health. She said Geo Turf representative Dominick Cara- pella had said there was no known off-gassing – not that he did not know about off-gassing. Scott also said she was concerned that the debt service aid from the state could be discontinued. Federer and Fer- rara said the state has never withheld debt service aid to those districts that already had it. Resident Stan Kober said the five percent contingency fee seemed low, adding that 10 percent is used for most projects. He also questioned the stated expense for water use. After the meeting, he clarified that he was referring to “transfer pricing.” He said water costs are “paid back” to the borough. He asserted that the expense is not “real money,” because the funds never leave the borough, since a portion from the same revenue source, the taxpayers, is just transferred back. As a result, no cash savings can be realized, he told Villadom TIMES. However, Kober’s main concern was the additional taxes associated with the project. He said the regular school tax plus the track and field cost would be approxi- mately $285 for an average home. He also questioned if any vehicles would be permitted on the field. Ferrara clarified that the field would support an ambulance and a helicopter, if necessary. Carol Tyler, a resident and local animal control pro- vider, asked if the board had included rodent control in its plans. She said the cork infill for the field is wood, and Swedish wood rats are drawn to wood. Ferrara said she would check into the matter, but indicated that no rodent problems had been mentioned previously. Tyler also expressed concern that, without fencing, deer would find their way onto the field and could damage the turf. Details about the school board’s proposal are available online at hohokus.org. Page 26 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • November 5, 2014 How to stay within your home improvement budget Home improvement projects range from small scale undertakings that can be tack- led in a single weekend to large remodels that can take several months to complete. While no two projects are the same, every home improvement project demands that homeowners dip into their pockets and spend some money. Just as the scale of projects varies greatly, so do the financial commitments required of homeowners to make those projects a reality. But no matter the size of the project, homeowners can find ways to stretch their budgets without sacrificing the quality of their improvements. Do the homework. Before deciding to make changes to a home, it is best to first do some research into any potential proj- ects. Many homeowners have decided to dive into a project before they fully real- ize its scope and cost, and going in blind can bust a budget, turning what might have seemed like a relatively simple project into a money pit. Understanding just what a project entails and how much it is likely to cost can give homeowners an idea of what they can afford and where they might be able to stretch their budgets. For example, those who want to replace their kitchen counter- tops, but cannot afford engineered quartz, might be able to find a less expensive alter- native, such as tile, they will like just as much. It is best to research such alterna- tives before deciding to replace the existing countertops. If a less expensive alternative is not a viable option, consider postpon- ing the project while saving the additional money. Starting the project without first grasping its true cost is a recipe for disas- ter, so do the homework before getting out the toolbox and starting to work. Build unforeseen expenses into the budget. Another way to stay within budget is to include budget-busting unforeseen expenses into the plan from the get-go. Nearly every home improvement project will present some unforeseen and costly hurdles. For example, those who are con- verting basement space might encounter mold inside the walls, and it can cost a pretty penny to make that mold go away. Those who take on a project (or delegate it to a contractor) expecting such hurdles will not be overburdened by the cost of addressing unforeseen issues. Those who are caught off guard might be forced to overextend the budget or make sacrifices elsewhere in order to complete the project. Build some contingency money, including permit fees, into the home improvement budget to safeguard against such unfore- seen issues. Get to work. When hiring a contractor, speak with him or her before signing a con- tract. Sometimes, homeowners can pitch in to keep labor costs low. For example, hom- eowners might be able to pitch in during the demolition phase, saving the cost of paying you’re a contractor’s workers to tear down walls or remove debris. Another way to pitch in is to do the end-of-day cleanup. Any role the homeowners play with regard to labor will likely need to be negotiated upfront, but can save a substantial amount of money on labor. Determine if working piecemeal is the most affordable option. Sometimes it makes sense to tackle one project at a time. Other times, it makes sense to combine projects to save on the cost of materials. For instance, if the ultimate goal is to install wood flooring throughout a home, determine if it makes more financial sense to install the flooring all at once rather than tackling one or two rooms at a time. Buying all the materials at once, rather than buying a small amount of materials several times over the next sev- eral years, may be the most cost-effective option. Home improvement projects often go a long way toward making a home more enjoyable for its owners and inhabitants. While such projects can be costly, hom- eowners who stay disciplined can still get their dream homes without busting their budgets. November 5, 2014 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • Page 27 Better indoor lighting can improve productivity, mood Those who want to improve their mood, productiv- ity, and general well-being should consider turning on a light. The psychological effects of lighting have long been a subject of study. It has been documented that the inten- sity and quality of light can impact the psychological and physiological well-being of a person, affecting daily mood. The Mayo Clinic says a lack of adequate lighting can make people feel depressed. That is because light deprivation can affect the production of the hormone melatonin, leading to physiological imbalances. An abun- dance of light can get bodily systems back in check and may be an alternative therapy for common emotional issues. Lighting is such an important factor in mood that even stores and businesses study the impact certain lighting can have on people and their impression of a space. In fact, lighting design is an art and a science. Lighting designers must have an understanding of the visual quality users of a space need for their health, safety, and enjoyment. The Illuminating Engineering Society of North Amer- ica lists the basic body of knowledge on lighting in the IESNA Handbook. It includes summaries of recom- mended practices based on research and consensus of successful lighting for specific applications. However, individuals don’t need an extensive knowledge of light- ing principles to improve their own interior lighting situa- tions. Instead, a cursory understanding of what works can do the trick. Here are some things to consider. People are attracted to light. If lighting is necessary for safety, brighter illumination will guide the way. Brightness focuses personal attention on a particular object or area. To create a more pleasant atmosphere, use wall light- ing instead of overhead lighting in a space. In public spaces or areas where individuals need to be alert, overhead lighting is the best option. Dim lighting is best for rooms in which relaxation is desired. That is why table lamps are often used with a shade to diffuse the light. Homes typically need a combination of lighting sources. An overhead light paired with ambient light and task lighting can help most people get things done. According to light bulb manufacturer Sylvania, think in terms of layering light. Light sources should be placed at different heights throughout a room to supply adequate illumination and visual interest. For those who want to boost mood, consider full- spectrum light bulbs that mimic the spectrum of outdoor light. Another easy remedy during the day is to simply let in more outdoor light. Keep blinds open wide, especially those that face west and south. Bedrooms with windows facing the east may help people rise with the sun. Sky- lights can help light shine indoors when the sun is directly overhead. There are also sun tubes that help direct sun- light into rooms under an attic where traditional skylights cannot be installed. Remember, bright light can energize a person, so it is important to wind down from a long day by dimming the lights and preparing for sleep in the evening. Individuals often take light for granted and only real- ize something is off kilter when their homes are not ade- quately lit. There are different ways to remedy inadequate lighting situations. Speaking with a lighting designer may help. Page 28 THE VILLADOM TIMES I & III • November 5, 2014