CLASSES
SELF DEFENSE CLASS
Dragon Spirit Martial Arts will be offering a free weekly Women's Self Defense and Fitness Class every Wednesday evening. The goal of the weekly classes will be to empower the Women of Bergen County with the self-defense techniques and non-violent conflict resolution to defeat any attacker plus get in the best shape of their life. The Weekly Women's Self Defense and Fitness Class starts at 7:15 p.m. every Wednesday evening and is hosted at 550 Valley Brook Ave. in Lyndhurst. Each class lasts for 45 minutes and will include fun and friendly Black Belt Instruction as well as a light workout. Please dress comfortably in workout attire or sweats. Space is extremely limited, so please pre-register for this free class by contacting Jeff or Brian, 201-438-0350.
KOREAN STUDIES
MiraeRo!, Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Korean Studies Program, is holding two information sessions for Korean-speaking adults who want to earn an Associate in Arts degree. The sessions will be held in the lobby of Dickinson Hall, located on the Hackensack side of FDU’s Metropolitan campus, from 6-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, and from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 5. Prospective students who come to the information sessions can meet with advisers, register for the program and ask additional questions. Tuition for the 60-credit program is $1,233 per three-credit course, which includes ESL tuition. Classes in both the part and full-time formats will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, plus Saturdays. The program offers start dates during Summer I (April-June) Summer II (June-September) and Fall (September-December) semesters. The information sessions will be held in the lobby of Dickinson Hall, which is located on the Hackensack side of FDU’s Metropolitan campus. For more information, contact the director of the program, Jeong Jin Park at 201-692-2741 or jjpark@fdu.edu or visit www.fdu.edu/korea.
DINING AND TRIPS
CARIBBEAN CRUISE
Reservations are now available for the Knights of Columbus Council #4524 of East Rutherford Second Annual Caribbean Cruise. The trip will be departing on Sept. 14. The eight-day cruise will be aboard the Fun Ship Carnival Miracle of Carnival Cruise Line. The ship sails from New York to San Juan, Puerto Rico; St. Thomas USVI and Tortola, BVI. The cruise is open to members of other Knights of Columbus Councils. The council also welcomes anyone wishing to travel who are not members of the Knights. Rates begin at just $785 per person based on two per interior state rooms. Included in the cost are: eight-day cruise, meals, entertainment and use of facilities while aboard ship and port and government taxes. For reservations or more information, contact Ardis Travel, 151 Park Ave., East Rutherford, 201-939-9135.
GUARDSMEN AC TRIP
The Guardsmen of Rutherford are sponsoring a trip to Trump Plaza casino in Atlantic City on Wednesday, April 9. The bus will depart from Memorial Field in Rutherford at 8:30 a.m. and will return at 7:30 p.m. The price is $25 with a coin return of $20 and a lunch coupon of $5. Bagels, juice and water will be provided for each person. Bingo, 50/50 and a movie will be part of the trip. Please reserve early, before March 15, by calling Ralph Jerome, 201-933-1037. Seating is limited. Please make check payable to Guardsmen of Rutherford, and send to Ralph Jerome, 49 Arthur Dr., Rutherford, NJ 07070. Please include name, telephone number, number of people attending and amount paid.
MURDER MYSTERY
The GFWC Junior Woman’s Club of Rutherford (JWCR) is hosting “Murder on the Unique Express” on Friday, April 4, at 8 p.m. at the Woman’s Club of Rutherford Clubhouse. The evening includes a buffet dinner and Murder Mystery performance (presented by Cliffhanger Productions) and costs $50 per person. Seats are limited. To order tickets, please send check payable to JWCR and mail to JWCR Murder Mystery, PO Box 1657, Rutherford, NJ 07070. Proceeds from the evening will benefit local charities.
FISH AND CHIPS
The Christ United Methodist Church is sponsoring a fish and chips dinner on Saturday, March 29, 5-7 p.m. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children. For more information, call 201-438-3395. The church is located on Main Street and Boiling Springs Avenue.
INSTALLATION DINNER
The Carlstadt Woman’s Club Installation Dinner will be held on Tuesday, May 6, at The Empire Club in Little Ferry at 6:30 p.m. Call Dolores, 201-939-5163 or Eileen, 201-933-6949, for tickets. No tickets will be sold after April 21.
70’S NIGHT
The Lyndhurst Elks Lodge #1505 presents "70's Night" at 251 Park Ave., Lyndhurst on Saturday, March 29, from 7-11 p.m. The event includes entertainment, buffet and prizes for a music & TV trivia contest. Donation for tickets is $15 each. For more information, call 201-507-1505 or Vinnie at 201-281-2905. All proceeds will benefit various charities of the Lyndhurst Elks Lodge.
BROADWAY TRIPS
The Lyndhurst Department of Parks & Recreation, under the direction of Commissioner Tom DiMaggio has obtained tickets for two Broadway plays: Gypsy and Wicked. The Gypsy show is planned for Tuesday, August 19, at 8 p.m. Tickets are orchestra and are $90 per person (adult or child) and include transportation. The theatre requests payment by May 10, therefore payment must be made upon making reservations. This bus will leave from the Parks Department at 6:15 p.m. The Wicked show is planned for Sept. 17. Tickets are on special at $58 each, are orchestra and include transportation. The theatre requests full payment on May 4, therefore payment must be made to the Parks Department upon making reservations as well. To reserve a ticket for either show, call 201-803-2482.
MUSIC FROM 1950S & 60S
The Rutherford Chapter of UNICO National is proud to present “Music from the 50s and 60s” featuring the Cameos. The night includes two one-hour shows with music between shows on Saturday, April 12, 7-11 p.m. The event will be held at the Rutherford Elks Lodge, located at 48 Ames Ave. Tickets are $55 per person and include family-style dinner, beer, wine and soda. For ticket information, contact Ralph La Rossa, 201-933-7286 or Jim Cuozzo, 201-935-8279.
MONTHLY LUNCHEON
The Ladies’ Aid Society of the First Presbyterian Church of Carlstadt will sponsor its monthly luncheon on Tuesday, April 1, in the Community Hall, located at Third Street and Division Avenue in Carlstadt. Roast beef dinners will be served from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. For take out orders please call 201-438-5526. Donations are $7 for adults and $4 for children and students.
ASIAN HERITAGE BANQUET
The annual Asian Heritage banquet is on May 3 at the Meadowlands Sheraton, Sacaucus at 6:30 p.m. During this event we honor one person from each community. We need a nomination from the Chinese community. The nominee should be able to sell a table of 10 for $75 each. For more information, call 201-401-3955.
JUNE TRIPS
June is busting out all over for members and friends of the Association of the Sons of Poland. Three fantastic getaways are planned. The bus leaves at 11 a.m. to see Bobby Vinton and Jimmy Sturr at Montecello Raceway on Sunday, June 8. Reserve place today for the show and an all-you-can-eat lunch. Then, celebrate Flag Day on Saturday, June 14, and take the Ducks Tour of Philadelphia, visiting historic places like the Betsy Ross House where the flag was made and after a picnic in the park, tour the SS New Jersey before going home. Finally, visit Poland, the land of ancient cities and castles, on a 15-day tour leaving Newark Airport on Saturday, June 21. Make reservations now and get more information about itinerary and costs by calling 201-935-2897.
BRUNCH
The American Legion Post #453 is having a waffles and chicken brunch on Saturday, March 22, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Donation is $10. The brunch will be held at the Post, located at 58 Meadow Rd. in Rutherford. For more information, call 201-531-0656.
FISH FRY
The Lyndhurst Elks Lodge #1505 will be having a "Fish Fry" at 251 Park Ave., Lyndhurst on Friday, March 21, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. The meal includes fish and chips with cole slaw. Additional menu items are jumbo shrimp, clams on a half shell and clam chowder. Take out is available. For more information, call 862-208-8213 or 201-507-1505.
FUNDRAISERS AND CHARITIES
WOOL DONATIONS
Members of Lyndhurst AARP Chapter # 4319 and non-members have been knitting and crocheting lap robes for hospitals and nursing homes, as well as hats for infants. Four-ply worsted and baby wool would be greatly appreciated as donations. Please call 973-478-5139 or 201-489-7395.
DONATE TO TROOPS
The Lyndhurst Elks Lodge at 251 Park Ave., Lyndhurst, is seeking items to be donated and sent to the men and women stationed in Iraq. These items include baby wipes, phone cards, non-perishable foods, personal hygiene items, etc. Donations may be dropped off at the lodge or you may call the lodge at 201- 507-1505.
LOCAL ART REQUESTED
The Carlstadt Historical Society appreciates any work of local artisans and hobbyists for display at the Sixth Street Firehouse Museum. Additionally, the historical society would be grateful for memoirs, old photographs of the town and its buildings and mementos of old businesses to contribute to the booklet. For further details, call 201-531-7180.
MILITARY FAMILIES
The Women’s Club of Lyndhurst is collecting “white goods,” (i.e. paper towels, toilet tissue, etc.) to take to the Armory in Teaneck for our military personnel families. These families often have to rely on food stamps, which do not cover these items. These items can also be delivered to the Teaneck Armory, 1799 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck. Please call them at 201-833-8405.
TRICKY TRAY DINNER
The Thomas Jefferson School PTO, North Arlington, is holding a Tricky Tray dinner on Tuesday, March 25, at The Graycliff in Moonachie. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $35 and include full course dinner and one set of raffle tickets. To order dinner tickets, contact Denise, 201-998-3989 or Marisa, 201-998-3818.
CARLSTADT GARAGE SALE
The Carlstadt Fire Department Auxiliary will host a town-wide garage sale on Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (rain date is April 27). Maps listing all sales will be available for pick-up at the Jefferson Street firehouse at 8:30 a.m. To be included on the map, please send $10 participation fee to the Carlstadt Fire Department Auxiliary, 500 Madison St., Carlstadt, 07072. Registration must be received by April 5. Please include the address for the sale and a contact number. A registration confirmation will be sent instructing when and where to pick up a kit. For further information, please call Laurie Ondrof, 201-460-8679.
CROP WALK
The Rutherford CROP walk will take place on Sunday, May 4, at 2 p.m. The walk will start at the First Presbyterian Church of Rutherford. Sponsor envelopes are available from local houses of worship, the Rutherford Public Library or by calling 201-460-9502. The walk is held to help local and worldwide hunger relief programs. A special one-mile loop is available for seniors. For more information or to request sponsor envelopes when available, call Karen Ohland, 201-460-9502.
CHILDREN’S TRICKY TRAY
Lyndhurst High School's Class of 2008 will be holding a Children’s Tricky Tray for children grades pre- K through 4 and their parents at the Senior Citizens' Building on Cleveland Avenue on Saturday, March 29. Doors will open at noon and numbers will be called starting at 1 p.m. promptly. The cost of admission is $3 per person. There will be over 200 toys available to win. For information or tickets, call Janet Ricigliano at 201-896-2100, ext. 4025 during the day or 201-935-1208 in the evening or Ellen Nangle at 201-933-1776 in the evening.
CASINO NIGHT
The Youth Consultation Service (YCS) will be holding a Casino Night, "Win One for the Kids" on Friday, April 4. The event will be held from 7-10 p.m. at the La Quinta Inn & Suites, 350 Lighting Way, Secaucus (across from the Bonefish Grill), and help support services for vulnerable children in YCS shelters, group homes, foster care and community-based programs. The $25 admission fee includes initial game tokens, delicious appetizers - compliments of Bonefish Grill and a chance to win dozens of raffle prizes. This event is for adults 21 years of age and older. Order tickets online at www.ycs.org or call the YCS Foundation at 201-678-1312.
TRICKY TRAY
St. Mary High School will hold its annual tricky tray April 11, 6 p.m. It will be held at the high school, located on 64 Chestnut St. in Rutherford. For ticket information, please call Maria after 3 p.m. at 201-460-8388. The ticket donation will be $10.
TRICKY TRAY
Putting the Pieces Together and Special Angels Recreation is hosting its first Tricky Tray Wednesday, April 16 , at San Carlo Fine Catering, located on 620 Stuyvesant Ave. in Lyndhurst. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and are $35 each. No admission tickets will be sold at the door. Ticket price includes a full buffet with carving station, dessert, soda, coffee, tea and tickets for the first level of prizes. There are three levels of great prizes plus Grand Prizes and Super Grand Prizes. A 50/50, door prizes and goodie bags for every person will also be available. There will be a cash bar.
BEEFSTEAK
American Legion Post #67 is sponsoring a beefsteak scholarship fundraiser on Saturday, March 29, 7 p.m. The dinner will provide food, beer, wine, soda, door prizes and television. Donations are $35 a person. For questions, call Kenny, 201-679-2211. Post #67 is located at 333 Grove St. in East Rutherford.
BOCKBEERFEST
The Carlstadt Turnverein will sponsor a Bockbeerfest and dance on Saturday, March 29, in the Turn Hall, located on 500 Broad St. in Carlstadt. Bockbeer is a special beer brewed in early spring to welcome in the coming spring and summer. The $30 donation includes a platter of food, coffee and cake. Drink is available at the bar. The kitchen opens at 7:30 p.m. Starting at 8 p.m., Bernie’s Orchestra will play for dancing until midnight upstairs in the ballroom. For reservations, call 201-652-0968 or 201-909-0808.
PITCH IN FOR BASEBALL
A collection drive is being held to benefit youth baseball programs in underserved communities and is in support of “Pitch In For Baseball”, a non-profit charity. Donations of the following gently-used or new items are needed the most: youth gloves, cleats, aluminum bats, catcher’s gear, instructional books and videos and teaching aids, like batting tees. Donations of new baseballs and batting helmets are also needed. Equipment can be dropped off on April 12 in front of Rutherford Borough Hall (176 Park Ave.) between 9-3. For questions or to arrange for pick-up, please contact Zach or Jennifer Loys at ZML22@verizon.net or call 201-294-9438. “Pitch In for Baseball” is a 501(c)(3) charity and donations of equipment and money are tax deductible to the fullest extent permitted under U.S. tax law. For further information on this wonderful organization, visit www.pitchinforbaseball.org.
BASKETBALL BENEFIT
The eighth grade class of Alfred Faust School, East Rutherford, will play the East Rutherford PBA in a benefit basketball game on Wednesday, March 19. The game will be held at Becton Regional High School starting at 7 p.m. Cost is $4 in advance, $5 at the door. All proceeds will support the graduating class of 2008. For further information, contact Peggy at 201-933-6862.
TRICKY TRAY
Sacred Heart School is sponsoring its annual spring tricky tray auction on Friday, April 4, at the Sacred Heart Social Center, located at 655 Valley Brook Ave. in Lyndhurst. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $8 per person and no one under 18 will be admitted. The ticket includes one sheet for first level prizes, coffee/tea and dessert. Some great prizes include Wii, iPod, gift certificates and much more. The kitchen will be open prior to raffles. The ticket deadline is March 28. For tickets call the school office at 201-939-4277 or Patty at 201-933-0783.
TRICKY TRAY
The Queen of Peace, North Arlington Rosary Society will host its annual tricky tray on Saturday, April 12, at noon. The event will be held at The Landmark in East Rutherford and tickets are $40 per person. To purchase tickets, please contact Santa Wolfee at 201-998-0789.
TRICKY TRAY
St. Michael’s Angel Academy is having its annual Tricky Tray on Thursday, April 24, at the Lyndhurst Elks Lodge, located at 247 Park Ave. in Lyndhurst. Tickets are $20 including a pasta dinner, beverage, dessert and coffee/tea. A sheet of tickets will also be included in the price. Doors open at 6 p.m. For tickets and more information, please call the rectory at 201-939-1161 or Angel Academy at 201-939-0350.
COOKIE SALE
It’s not too late to buy Girl Scout cookies. Cookie booth sales will be held in March and April throughout northern New Jersey. Girl Scout troops will set up shop in front of stores to sell all eight varieties of cookies at $3.50 per box. This year the Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey offers a Cookie Booth Sale Locator link on their Web site at www.gsnnj.org so cookie customers can type in their zip code and find the booth sale nearest to them. Girl Scout cookies can also be bought at any of the three council service centers in Paramus, Randolph and Riverdale.
WINE TASTING & AUCTION
The Rutherford Education Foundation (REF) will be holding its annual Wine Tasting charity fund-raising event on Sunday, April 13, at the Williams Center in Rutherford, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Once again, the Rutherford Wine Shoppe will organize the wine distributors and present the wines to the community. The wine selections will be complimented by a wonderful selection of hors d’oeuvres provided by both Steve & Andrea’s and Stinger’s Restaurants. The silent auction this year contains many exciting and one-of-a-kind items. Tickets for the event are limited and must be purchased in advance for $60, from any Board member, at the Rutherford Wine Shoppe or by contacting the REF ref@rutherfordschools.org.
SPAGHETTI DINNER
The Rutherford Chapter of UNICO National will be sponsoring its annual genuine Italian Spaghetti and Meatball dinner on Friday, April 28, to be held at the First Presbyterian Parish House, located on the corner of Ridge Road and Highland Cross in Rutherford. Dinner will be served from 5-7:30 p.m. and the donation will be $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for children. The dinner will be prepared by UNICO’s own authentic Italian American chef assisted by highly experienced volunteers. The menu will consist of a mixed salad, spaghetti and meatballs, beverage, dessert, coffee or tea. Italian music will be played during dinner. The proceeds of this event will support charities including Cooley’s Anemia Research, Mental Health Research, Scholarships, the Jimmy V. Foundation for Cancer Research and locally, the Rutherford Ambulance Corp., Welfare Department, Little League, Fire and Police Departments, etc.
SPRING AUCTION
Sacred Heart Home-School is sponsoring its annual spring auction (a tricky tray with a twist) on Friday, April 4, at the Sacred Heart Social Center, 655 Valley Brook Ave., Lyndhurst. Doors open at 6 p.m. and raffles begin at 8:15 p.m. Tickets are $8 per person and include one sheet for first level prizes, coffee/tea and cake. No one under 18 will be admitted. The kitchen will be open prior to calling of raffles. For tickets, contact the school, 201-939-4277 or Patty, 201-933-0783. Ticket deadline is March 28. There will be no tickets sold at the door.
SPRING CARNIVAL
St. Mary Elementary and High School of Rutherford will be holding its annual spring carnival at Memorial Field in Rutherford. The carnival begins Tuesday, April 8 and runs through Saturday, April 12. All are welcome to enjoy rides, games, food, sand art and fun. The carnival is open during the following days and times: Tuesday, April 8-Thursday, April 10, 6:30-10 p.m.; Friday, April 11, 6:30-11 p.m. and Saturday, April 12, 3-11 p.m.
BRADLEY ALLEN DAY
Students at North Arlington High School celebrated Bradley Allen Day on Wednesday, March 12. Allen was a student of North Arlington who lost his long battle with heart disease in the summer of his freshman year. His classmates, the graduating class of 2008, have decided to celebrate his life on this day. He would have turned 19 on March 9 and would be graduating this coming June. His classmates are remembering him by raising funds for a scholarship to be awarded in his name to a student of his class. Any donations to this beautiful and worthy cause are appreciated. Please make checks payable and mail to North Arlington Scholarship Fund, care of North Arlington High School, 222 Ridge Road, North Arlington, NJ 07031, with a notation in the name of “Bradley Allen.”
HISTORY
HISTORIC PIANO
Donations to restore the internal components of the William Carlos Williams piano are greatly appreciated. Generous donations were raised to return it to the Williams Center, tune it and place it in a protective dust cover. It is estimated a complete restoration will cost between $3,000 and $4,000. Contributions are welcomed at the Williams Carlos Williams Center for the Performing Arts, Williams Plaza, Rutherford, 07070, care of "Williams Piano." For further details, call 201-939-2323.
E. RUTHERFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
The newly formed East Rutherford Historical Society welcomes new members. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month from 7-9 p. m. at the East Rutherford Civic Center, 33 Vreeland Ave. Participants are encouraged to bring artifacts and other antique items from East Rutherford to display or to discuss at the meetings. For further information, please call treasurer, Carmella, at 201-729-9173.
LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE
The Little Red Schoolhouse, a project of the Lyndhurst Historical Society, has on display “Our Town,” an exhibit including photos and explanations of some historic buildings in the area such as the five hotels, movie theaters and bowling alleys. Additionally, the “Shapes” and new “Solid Geometry” contests for children are featured. The schoolhouse is open the second and fourth Sundays of each month, 2-4 p.m. The schoolhouse will be closed on March 23 for Easter Sunday. For special appointments, especially for children, and more information, please call 201-939-5425.
CARLSTADT
Carlstadt Historical Society meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Carlstadt Community (Civic) Center on Fourth Street. No admission is charged. The next meeting on March 19 will feature a video from NJN covering the worst storm to hit the New Jersey shore. The Carlstadt Historical Society would like to remind everyone that the Firehouse Museum on 6th Street is open the fourth Sunday of each month from 2-4 p.m. However, an exception is made for Easter Sunday, it will not be open then.
KIDS
ID KITS
The Knights of Columbus in North Arlington has obtained National Child I. D. Kits, and in cooperation with the North Arlington Police Department, have distributed the kits to the principals in all North Arlington Schools. These kits provide vital information on a child that can be given to police, prosecutors, FBI, Sheriff’s Offices and other law enforcement personnel in the event a child is kidnapped or is missing. Residents can also pick up a kit at the North Arlington Public Library, or by contacting Grand Knight Robert Tarantula, 201 991-9606. There is no charge for the kit.
MEETINGS
LADIES AUX. VIC’S HOOFERS
The Ladies Auxiliary of Vic’s Hoofers will meet the first Thursday of the month at the Carlstadt Civic Center, at its new time of 7 p.m. New members are welcome to join the group. Call Rose, 201-935-2287.
NA LIBRARY TRUSTEES
The North Arlington Public Library Board holds meetings the second Tuesday of each month, 7:15 p.m. in the library. The trustees welcome the general public to participate. For further details, call 201-955-5640.
WOMAN’S COLLEGE CLUB
The Rutherford Woman’s College Club is open to all women who hold college degrees. Meetings are held four times a year at the Rutherford Public Library auditorium, 150 Park Ave. It is an active organization dedicated to community involvement and promotion of scholarships for college students who are graduates of local schools. Due to the library’s current renovation, the location may change. For further details, call 201-438-1207.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Board of Trustees of the William E. Dermody Public Library will have its next meeting on Monday, April 14, 7 p.m. Meetings are held in the Library Community Room.
MOTHERS & MORE
Mothers & More meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of every month at the Cupola, 100 West Ridgewood Rd., Paramus. Visitors are welcome.
ER REDEVELOPMENT
The East Rutherford Redevelopment Agency will have its next meeting on The meeting will be held at the Civic Center on Vreeland Avenue.
BOARD OF HEALTH
The North Arlington Board of Health will hold its next meeting on April 2, 7 p.m. in the Eugene Madden Senior Center, located on the rear of Beaver Ave. in North Arlington.
-DEMOCRATIC CLUB
The Democratic Club of North Arlington will host an open house Friday, March 28, 8 p.m. at the V.F.W.
on River Road. Every registered voter of North Arlington, regardless of affiliation of political party, are
welcome. This is an opportunity to express opinions on any subject concerning North Arlington. For those who have questions on taxes, EnCap or streets, the club has people on various boards such as health, school, library, landlord and tenant, veterans and finance. The club will be having open houses three times in 2008. Come and meet the democratic council members. Light refreshments will be served. Regular meetings are held the third Friday of the month.
RUTH. TRUSTEES
The next regular meeting of the Rutherford Public Library Board of Trustees will be held on April 17. The Board will meet at the Williams Center, located at 1 Williams Plaza in Rutherford.
MILITARY
SUPPORT GROUP
Those individuals with loved ones currently serving in the United States Armed Forces are invited to attend Military Family Support Group meetings held Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. at the Community Hall, 500 Third St., Carlstadt (next door to the First Presbyterian Church off Division Street). Please feel free to bring letters and pictures of loved ones to share. For further details, e-mail MILITARY-FAMILY-SUPPORT@googlegroups.com.
LICENSE EXTENSIONS
The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Chief Administrator Sharon A. Harrington reminds all New Jerseyans who are active duty military, including the National Guard and Military Reserves, serving in the war on terrorism are eligible for automatic extensions of a valid driver license, registration and inspection expiration dates.
DONATE CELL PHONES
Cell Phones for Soldiers and Clare’s Union Avenue Liquors are calling on all Americans to donate unused cell phones to soldiers overseas. Local residents can support the collection drive by donating their phones to 306 Union Ave. in Rutherford. The phones are sent to ReCellular, which pays Cell Phones for Soldiers for each donated phone- enough to provide an hour of talk time to soldiers abroad. Cell Phones for Soldiers hopes to collect over 50,000 cell phones.
HONOR PLAQUE
The township of Lyndhurst, under the direction of Commissioner Robert Giangeruso and the Veteran’s Alliace with the guidance of Otis Graphics Inc. will be honoring our military personnel with a plaque to be placed on the grounds of the Lyndhurst Library. This plaque has been donated by many of our generous townspeople and will bear the names of servicemen and women from Lyndhurst. The following provisions have been created: those eligible must have served in any branch of the United States Armed Forces with at least one tour of active duty in the Middle East any time from 1990, were a Lyndhurst resident or a member of the Lyndhurst Post 139 American Legion, V.F.W. Post 3549 or AMVETS post 20 during the Middle East tour and must provide proof of active-duty service via a DD-214. The unveiling of the plaque will be on Monday, May 26, 10:30 a.m. In order for names to be mentioned at the dedication, information must be submitted by April 15. Register by calling Tom Witt at 201-507-0547 or George Von Rapacki, 201-939-4955, or by e-mail, Michael@ALPHADOGSOLUTIONS.com. Please include name, branch of service and dates of service.
PETS AND ANIMAL SERVICES
RABIES CLINIC
The Rutherford Health Department will be conducting its annual free rabies clinic for Rutherford cats and dogs on Saturday, March 29, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Mortimer Avenue Fire House located at the corner of Mortimer Avenue and West Pierrepont Avenue. Registration forms can be picked up in advance of the clinic at the Health Department located at 184 Park Ave., from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on weekdays or at Police Headquarters after normal working hours. All cats and dogs must be accompanied by an adult and restrained on a leash or in a carrier. The vaccine to be administered at the Rabies Clinic is approved for a three-year duration of immunity for cats and dogs 12 months of age or older who have been previously vaccinated. Cats and dogs vaccinated in the age of three months to 11 months will require revaccination one year subsequently, in addition to those animals over 12 months with no history of previous rabies vaccination. If an animal has been previously vaccinated, proof of the prior immunization will be required in order to receive a three-year vaccination certificate at the rabies clinic.
SCOUTS
LYNDHURST PACK 86
Cub Scout Pack 86 Lyndhurst is open for registration for new members. Boys must be in grades 1-5 or 6-8 in order to join the Cub Scouts. Planned for this year are Waterloo Village, camping at Glen Grey, Rockefeller Center Christmas tree, Children’s Science Museum in Queens, NY, Pinewood Derby, USS New Jersey and more. Stop by the Sacred Heart Social Center, 655 Valley Brook Ave. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. For further information, call Frank Debellis at 201-935-0833 or visit www.BSA86Lyndhurst.org.
LYNDHURST PACK 96
Cub Scout Pack 96 Lyndhurst invites boys in grades 1-3 and 4-5 to register. The pack activities include overnight camping, Devils Hockey game, annual Pinewood Derby, Major League Baseball game and more. Meetings are held Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion for boys in grades 1-3 and Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. at the Elks Lodge for boys in grades 4-5.
WATER BADGE PROGRAM
The YWCA of Bergen County’s Scout Water Badge Program is offered on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at 112 Oak St. in Ridgewood. The YWCA indoor pools can easily accommodate any size troop, and they are maintained at temperatures between 83 and 85 degrees—comfortable for swimming even during winter’s chilliest months. Best of all, this program is designed to allow Scouts to meet all of their badge requirements in a single afternoon—for the low cost of just $10 per scout. For more information or to schedule a date, please call Daniel Lares, assistant director of Aquatics, at 201-444-5600, ext. 327, or visit the Web site, www.ywcabergencounty.org.
SENIORS AND TRIPS
CARLSTADT SENIORS CLUB
The Carlstadt Seniors Club meets at noon on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at the Civic Center on Fourth Street and offers bingo and opportunities to socialize. Incoming president Eugene Mayer welcomes any senior in Carlstadt to join. The club operates various trips throughout the year. A trip to see “Last of the Red Hot Lovers” at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse is planned for April 10. A trip to LeGreci in Staten Island is planned for May 22. Also, a trip to Saratoga/Lake George is planned for August 7 and 8 and a four-day trip to Maine and New Hampshire is planned for Sept. 21-24. Non-members are invited to go on the trips. For more information, call Rose, 201-438-9182.
E. RUTHERFORD SENIOR CITIZENS
East Rutherford Senior Citizens Inc. meets the second and fourth Tuesday each month, 1 p.m. in the Senior/Civic Center, 37 Vreeland Ave., East Rutherford. Refreshments and Bingo follow the meetings. New members are welcome. $10 per member. Exercise classes for members only Monday and Wednesdays, 10-11 a.m. Line dancing Friday, 1:30-2:30 p.m. for members only. Blood screening will be offered every fourth Tuesday of the month, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for members only. The group has also planned the following trip: On April 15, the group will hold a family reunion fiasco in North Haledon, $40. Call Barbara, 201-438-6595, for information.
KIP SUPPORT GROUP
The “Caring for You, Caring for Me” support group meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. at the Kip Center in Rutherford. Marie Fletcher, RN, health and wellness coordinator, will facilitate the group. Based on a program from the Rosalyn Carter Institute. Gain information on topics related to care giving, learn about available resources and share common concerns.
BEREAVEMENT CIRCLE
The Kip Center of Rutherford offers the following programs: Kip Bereavement Circle facilitated by Ana DiMeo, which meets Tuesdays 10 a.m.-noon. This is free of charge for Kip members and $5 for non-members. T’ai Chi Chih is held Wednesdays at 12:30 p. m, Arthritis Foundation Exercise held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. and The Happy Hookers Crochet Club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. For additional information on all programs, please call Cathy at 201-460-1600 or visit www.55kipcenter.org.
SENIORS OF ALL FAITHS
The Interfaith Senior Club of North Arlington is seeking those 55 years of age and older to meet at the Senior Center, adjacent to borough hall in North Arlington. The club meets every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. For additional information, please call President Carmela (Millie) Guzzo at 201-998-3849.
GUARDSMEN MEET
The Guardsmen group of Rutherford meets every Thursday at Tamblyn Field Civic Center on Woodland Avenue in Rutherford. The first and third Thursdays are devoted to business meetings with lunch followed by poker, bridge, pinochle and billiards. The second and fourth Thursdays are for recreation. The object of the organization is to provide fraternal communion, diversion and fellowship for men over 50, retired or semi-retired. New members are welcome. All interested community seniors are welcome to attend. For additional information, call George Hensel at 201-933-1073.
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CLUB
The Carlstadt Senior Friendship Club meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at the Civic Center on Fourth Street. Refreshments are served at 1 p.m. with the meeting commencing at 1:30 p.m. President John Ondrof extends an invitation to any senior in Carlstadt to join the club. Scheduled speaker for February will be a member of Hackensack Hospital’s Platinum program to speak on nutrition. The group has scheduled a trip to La Greci, Staten Island on April 10. The game of Bingo follows the meeting’s conclusion.
TAX ASSISTANCE
Bergen County Executive Dennis McNerney and the Department of Human Services announced that they are partnering with the American Association of Retired Persons to provide free income tax assistance to Bergen County residents with low incomes. Tax-aide will be offered every Thursday through April 10 from 9a.m.-noon on the second floor of the county administration building, located at One Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack. Residents seeking help must make an appointment. Several sites throughout Bergen County will offer income tax assistance. For information on other locations call 1-888-687-2277 Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.-midnight. Appointments can be made for the Hackensack site by contacting Carol Benners, 201-336-7472.
NORTH ARLINGTON SENIORS
The North Arlington Senior Activity Center has announced the following upcoming events: On Tuesday, April 8, the group will take a bus trip to Showboat in Atlantic City. On April 25, a “Spring Fling” evening dinner will be held. For more information on the events, call 201-998-5636. The Senior Activity Center is located on 11 York Rd.
AC BUS TRIP
St. Michael’s Senior Leisure Club will sponsor an Atlantic City bus ride on Thursday, March 27. The bus will leave at 8 a.m. from the St. Michael’s Church parking lot on Page Avenue in Lyndhurst. The fare is $20 for round trip. Casino money back will be $20 plus $5 for food. For more information, call 201-460-7466 between 6-9 p.m.
RUTH. GOLDEN AGERS
The Rutherford Golden Agers hold meetings on the fourth Tuesday of the month. The next meeting will be Tuesday, March 25, at 1 p.m. at the Tamblyn Field Civic Center on Woodland Avenue. The speaker will be Dr. Zeiler, from the Physicians Community Outreach Program who will speak on eye health. The following trips have been scheduled: On Tuesday, March 18, a trip to Doolans in Spring Lake is planned to celebrate the feast of St. Joseph. Cost is $41 for members and $42 for non-members. The bus will leave from Memorial Field at 9:15 a.m. On June 5, the Golden Agers will go to Woodlock Pines for lunch and entertainment. Cost is $38 and the bus leaves from Memorial Field at 11 a.m. For further information, call Janice at 201-438-5186. The club welcomes anyone 55 years of age or over to attend any meeting. Dues for the year 2008 are due and can be paid at the meeting.
SENIOR HARMONY CLUB
The Senior Harmony Club of North Arlington has scheduled a trip to the Taj Mahal Casino on Tuesday, April 1. Call Florence at 201-991-3173 for information. A trip to the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse for lunch and to see Charlie Prose in the play “Last of the Red Hot Lovers” is planned for Tuesday, June 25. To reserve a seat or get information, call Ann at 201-939-2960. Those who attend the trips do not have to be members of the club. All are welcome.
NA SENIORS
The North Arlington Seniors (Tuesday Club) has scheduled a trip to Trump Plaza in Atlantic City on April 3. Cost is $17 with a return of $20. The bus leaves from the front of Borough Hall in North Arlington at 9 a.m. For information or reservations, call Rose at 201-991-2423 or Marie at 201-998-6510.
SERVICE
ROTARY CLUB
The Rotary Club of Rutherford is a community-based organization of business owners, professionals, managers and community leaders. All are welcome to join. Meetings are on Fridays at 12:15 p.m. at the San Carlo on Stuyvesant Avenue in Lyndhurst.
UNICO
The Rutherford Chapter of UNICO holds meetings every first Thursday of the month. The group meets for coffee at 7:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 8 p.m. Meetings are held at the Elks Lodge, located on 41 Ames Ave. in Rutherford. For additional information, please call John A. Botti at 201-933-0640.
SPEAKERS
UNDERAGE DRINKING
The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources and Bergen Community College are sponsoring a program, Under 21 and Under the Influence: an open dialogue about high risk drinking on March 27, 1—4 p.m. The program will be held at the Bergen Community College Technology Building, located at 400 Paramus Rd. in Paramus. To register, call The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources at 201-488-8680.
SPEECH
AQUARIAN TOASTMASTERS
Aquarian Toastmasters meets the first Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at The Center for Pranic Healing, 290 Grant Ave. Lyndhurst (opposite Rite Aid Pharmacy). For more information, please call club president Luisa Wendler at 914-262-5269.
FAIRLEIGH EARLY BIRDS TOASTMASTERS
The Fairleigh Early Birds Toastmasters Club Program helps members improve communication skills, enhance leadership abilities, increase confidence and become fearless. The program will open doors in personal and professional life. Learn in a supportive and friendly educational environment. Guests are welcome. The club meets Saturdays 9-11 a.m. in the Rutherford Library auditorium, 150 Park Ave. Due to current library renovations, however, the location may change. For further information, call Stanley at 201-546-1832 or visit www.feb-tm.org.
MBL TOASTMASTERS
The MBL Toastmasters, an advanced speakers’ club focusing on improvement and leadership skills, meets 7:15 p.m. at Rutherford Borough Hall, 176 Park Ave., the first, third and fifth Mondays of the month (except holidays). For further details, call 973-779-6142.
VETERANS
AUXILIARY SEEKS MEMBERS
The Auxiliary to Reynolds-Everett- Schneider Post #227 Veterans of Foreign Wars of Rutherford is seeking eligible women to join its ranks. The organization works to improve the lives of veterans and families. Females who are 16 years of age, U.S. citizens and related to veterans who served honorable in a foreign war or receiving hostile actions or are in imminent danger are eligible. For further information, call 201-460-0487.
TROOP CARE PACKAGES
The VFW Ladies Auxiliary to Post #227, Rutherford and its “Support Our Troops” project have launched an effort to identify local Rutherford servicemen and women of the community actively serving overseas. Supporting our troops with cards, packages and notes from home will let them know how proud we are of them as they preserve our freedoms. Residents are encouraged to call 201-460-0487 with information.
V.F.W. POST # 227
The Reynolds-Everett-Schneider V.F.W. Post 227 of Rutherford has reached 100 percent in membership this year. Membership Chairman and Jr. Vice Commander Rudy Nichols is sill accepting applications for membership. For information, call him at 201-438-3275.
CALL FOR MEMBERS
Schmidt-Hoeger Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #3149 of Carlstadt wishes to invite individuals to join the organization. Meetings are regularly held at 8 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at the Civic Center on Fourth Street. In addition to local activities and responsibilities, the state and national VFW works to keep Washington informed of the needs of the veterans and men and women presently in the service. Eligibility requirements have changed in some cases. For additional information, please call George Schreib at 201- 438-0320.
SUPPORT TROOPS
The Township of Lyndhurst and the Veterans Alliance are staging a campaign to properly recognize and support Lyndhurst’s brave men and women who have recently served or are currently serving the United States of America. The creation of a large banner and/or plaque is being planned to be displayed at Town Hall, citing the names of those serving. In this effort, there is a request for donations in any denomination (check or money order) to be made payable to American Legion Post 139 and mailed to American Legion Post 139, PO Box 382, Lyndhurst, 07071. Any funds collected in excess of those needed will be used to provide supplies for those serving overseas. Please contact Tom Witt at 201-933-4120 or 201-507-0547 or Veterans Alliance Commander George Von Rapacki at 201-939-3080 or 201-939-4955.
HELP HOMELESS VETS
The Queen of Peace Knights of Columbus is asking volunteers to donate professional suits and business casual wear to the Veterans at the Domiciliary at Lyons hospital. The “Dom” is a place for homeless veterans to get back on their feet and into the job market. Clothing should be in good shape. The Q.P. Knights have set up an outside collection bin at the main entrance of their Council Hall located at 194 River Rd., North Arlington. For more information, contact Mr. Ed Shellman at 1-908-852-3970.
REUNION
Crewmen who have served aboard the U.S.S. Coral Sea CVB-CVA-CV-43 are being sought for a mini-reunion on Saturday, April 26, at Sir John’s Restaurant in North Brunswick. Additional information is also available about the U.S.S. Coral Sea CVA-43 Association and its yearly reunion in Fort Mitchell Kentucky on Oct. 15. Contact Bill Radgona, 4 North Garden Terrace, Milltown, 08850, 732-821-9225 or Robert Nerbetski, 41 Atkins Terrace, East Rutherford 07073, 201-438-5269 or CVB4312@verizon.net.
POST 453
The Murray-Hodge American Legion Post 453 has gone over the top in membership this year and is in the running for an award at the Department Convention in June in Wildwood. Membership Chairman and Sr. Vice Commander Artie Williams is still accepting new applications for membership. For information, call him at 973-478-4204.
VFW POST #8374
The East Rutherford VFW Post #8374 will hold its next party at the Paramus Veterans Home on Monday, March 31. Bricks for the Memorial Walk can still be purchased. Please call 201-939-6520, 201-939-0215 or 201-939-4952. New members are welcome to join. Refreshments follow the meeting.
VOLUNTEERS
HELP STUDENTS
The Literacy Connection, supported by United Way of Passaic County, needs volunteers to assist kindergarten through third grade students in Paterson to read and write. One hour per week is requested to tutor or volunteer at special events and fundraisers. No teaching experience required. For more information, please call Catherine at 973-279-8900, ext. 22 or e-mail catherineg@unitedwaypassaic.org.
FIRE DEPT. AUXILIARY
The Carlstadt Fire Department Auxiliary is seeking new members. Scholarships are available to local students. Those interested in joining must be at least 18 years old. Membership is open to any Carlstadt resident or out-of-town resident who is related to a Carlstadt firefighter. Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of every month at the Jefferson Street firehouse at 8 p.m. For more information, call 201-460-8679.
HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT
Compassionate Care Hospice, a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified hospice serving Bergen, Passaic, Essex, Hudson, Union, Somerset and Morris counties, needs volunteers to help its programs for terminally ill patients and their families. Must be able to volunteer at least two hours a week. If interested in attending a training class please call the Volunteer Department, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday at 973-916-1400. Compassionate Care Hospice is located at 66 Mount Prospect Ave., Clifton.
HOME VISITS
Become a Kip Center Bridgebuilders Home Friend Volunteer and make a difference in the life of a homebound elderly or disabled person in the community. Volunteers help ease the loneliness of these residents just by making a phone call or stopping by their homes for a friendly chat. Help someone with shopping or transportation to a doctor’s appointment. Volunteers serve in Carlstadt, East Rutherford, Hasbrouck Heights, Lyndhurst, North Arlington, Rutherford, Wood-Ridge and other neighboring communities. For information, call Cathy Baviello at 201-460-1600. Pairs-That-Care pairs young people with older adults or disabled individuals. For information, call 201-460-1600.
CHILDREN’S MENTORING
The Tuesday’s Children Mentoring Program, now expanding to New Jersey, is seeking volunteer mentors for children who lost a parent on 9/11. Specially trained adult role models will support each young person’s emotional and developmental needs and help them build the confidence, skills and resources necessary to meet their potential. For information, call 212-329-1408 or e-mail rregal@lakpr.com.
MATH TUTORS
The Project Literacy U.S. of Bergen County, a private, non-profit organization that promotes adult literacy in the community, is seeking math teachers to assist adults who are trying to pursue their GED certificates. Qualified volunteers must devote one hour a week to working one-on-one with a single student or with a small group of two to three students. Learning materials and classrooms will be provided at the Ciarco Learning Center of Bergen Community College, where the volunteer program takes place. If interested in volunteering or for more information, call 201-489-7066. Project Literacy U.S. of Bergen County is located on 355 Main St. in Hackensack.
VOLUNTEER VENTURES
Non-profit agencies, community and religious groups seeking volunteers to help with on-going projects or special events can contact Volunteer Ventures, a group of busy adults who volunteer their time, evenings and weekends. Volunteer Ventures members participate in a variety of activities ranging from selling tickets and distributing flyers for the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra to visiting Spectrum for Living groups homes, where they make crafts, play games and visit with the disabled clients. New members are welcome. Sponsored by the Volunteer Center of Bergen County, Volunteer Ventures meets on the first Tuesday of every other month at 7:15 p.m. at the Volunteer Center’s offices located at 64 Passaic St. in Hackensack. Meetings for the first half of 2008 will be April 1 and June 3. Call 201-489-9454, ext. 118, or visit the Volunteer Center’s Web site at www.bergenvolunteers.org and click on “Volunteer Opportunities for Busy Adults.”
CHORE SERVICE
The Chore Service, sponsored by the Volunteer Center of Bergen County, performs minor household repairs that senior citizens and the disabled can neither do themselves nor get anyone else to do. A Chore Handyperson volunteer goes on service calls one day a week from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., or 1-5 p.m. Volunteers enjoy being part of a crew of one or two other volunteers plus a driver. Each crew is assigned 4-5 service calls each weekday. Call Maureen, 201-489-7790 to find out how satisfying it can be to lend a hand to those in need.
VOLUNTEER GUIDES
A newly updated, comprehensive guide to volunteering in and near Bergen County is available free of charge. Published by the Volunteer Center of Bergen County, the 2008 Guide to Volunteering lists more than 300 nonprofit agencies and 1,100 volunteer positions for people of all ages. The book will be especially helpful to students seeking ways to fulfill community service requirements. In addition to listing available volunteer opportunities at agencies, the guide offers tips on how groups can organize their own volunteer projects, including collection drives, ideas for family volunteering and information about great youth volunteer Web sites. Bergen County high schools, middle schools and libraries receive the guide; it is also available at no charge from the Volunteer Center. Copies may be ordered online at www.bergenvolunteers.org. To order by phone, or to learn more about volunteering in general, contact the Volunteer Center at 201-489-9454.
HELPING FOSTER CHILDREN
Volunteer with Bergen County CASA and advocate for a foster child. Children are languishing in “the system” because of the lack of resources. Those who attend will be trained and supported as they help these children find permanent homes. The next training will begin on March 25. Please RSVP to Bergen County CASA at 201-843-6700 or visit www.bergencasa.org.
MENTORING MOMS
Mentoring Moms, a program of the Volunteer Center of Bergen County, trains volunteers to serve as mentors to overwhelmed mothers in need of guidance in parenting and life skills, particularly those who have been in child service programs or who are moving from welfare to work. When a parent is supported by a mentor, the entire family is helped, because mentors become important role models for the children, as well. Volunteers are provided with a six-session, 15-hour training program and ongoing support from program staff. Mentors usually spend 2-3 hours per week with a mother simply being a friend, listening, sharing ideas and offering encouragement. Spring training begins Monday, April 14 from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Volunteer Center of Bergen County, 64 Passaic St, Hackensack. Call Susan Hogge at 201-489-9454, ext. 124 to learn how to become a Mentoring Moms volunteer.
VIPS TRAINING
For 30 years, VIPS has screened, trained and supported caring men and women who are positive role models and dedicated mentors to Bergen County children who have experienced abuse, neglect and/or isolation. The next six-week VIPS mentor training session begins Wednesday, April 16. It is held from 7-9:30 p.m. at the Volunteer Center of Bergen County, 64 Passaic St. in Hackensack. The 15-hour VIPS training covers such topics as developing good listening and communication skills, working through challenges, recognizing the signs of abuse and neglect, the role of the mentor and the matching process. Applicants are asked to supply references and undergo a background check. For more information about the VIPS program, call 201-489-9454, ext. 115 or visit www.bergenvolunteers.org and click on mentoring programs.
WOMEN’S CLUBS AND EVENTS
JUNIOR WOMAN’S CLUB
The Junior Woman’s Club of Rutherford meets the third Tuesday of every month at the Woman’s Club Clubhouse located at 201 Fairview Ave. For further details, call Melissa McHugh at 201-896-3933, Kirsten Damiani at 973-706-5118 or e-mail jwcrutherford@aol.com.
WOMAN’S CLUB OF CARLSTADT
The Woman’s Club of Carlstadt is conducting a membership drive for women in the East Rutherford, Carlstadt and Wood-Ridge area. Regular meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month, October- June at 7:30 p.m. at the Carlstadt Community Center, 424 Hackensack St., East Rutherford (entrance from Fourth Street side of the building). Come to one of the meetings and enjoy the company of active women with varied interests in community, arts, conservation, education, social services and public affairs. Diversified programs are presented monthly, with refreshments. For further details, please call Carole Brush, membership chairperson, at 973-470-8450.
MOHEGAN SUN
The North Arlington Womans Club will be hosting a trip to the Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut on Saturday, April 5. The bus will leave promptly at 9 a.m. in front of Borough Hall. Tickets are $30. For more information, please contact Diane Stoklosa, 201-991-7490.
WOMAN OF THE YEAR
The Woman’s Club of Carlstadt is accepting nominations for 2008’s “Woman of the Year.” Please submit a paragraph or two describing why chosen nominee should be the first “Woman of the Year.” Nominees must reside in Carlstadt, East Rutherford, Wallington or Wood-Ridge. Members of the Woman’s Club of Carlstadt are not eligible. The winner will be presented at the Annual Installation Dinner in May. Letters of recommendation may be e-mailed to H438@verizon.net or mailed to Jill Hediger, 614 Eighth St., Carlstadt NJ 07072. Any questions, please call Jill at 201-438-2873.
YOUTH
JUNIOR HISTORIANS
The Meadowlands Museum continues its popular Junior Historian Program on April 13 with the Art of Stained Glass. First, children first grade and up will take a tour of the museum’s Henderson Glass Co. exhibit. The exhibit highlights stained glass of area homes and churches done by the Rutherford Henderson Co. The children will then create a stained glass peacock to take home. There will be two sessions at 1 and 2 p.m. Reservations are strongly recommended. The cost is $5. Walk-ins will be accepted only if space allows. Call 201-935-1175 to make reservations or for more information.
TEEN ADVISORY GROUP
Join Lyndhurst Library’s Teen Advisory Group if interested in having a say in the library’s books, magazines, music and programs available for teens. All time spent working with the group is eligible to be counted towards community service requirements. Any Lyndhurst student in grades 6-12 is welcome to join. For further details and application, visit the library located at 355 Valley Brook Ave., call 201-804-2478, ext. 4 or e-mail lyndya@bccls.org.
YOUNG MEN’S GROUP
New Jersey DeMolay, a premier youth organization dedicated to preparing young men to lead successful, happy and productive lives, while offering them the opportunity to take part in sports, trips, meeting new friends and reconnecting with old friends, invites new members. Young men ages 12-21 are eligible. Those individuals interested should call John Park at 973-338-3832 or visit membership@njdemolay.org.
