The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us, but this year it will be different. The Tuesday, Sept. 11 tragedy will always be on our minds and those who lost their lives, always in our hearts. We are told that the best way to deal with 9-11-01 is to make every effort to go on and resume our everyday routines. We've all learned how difficult that can be. Let us all hope and pray for a safer, happier and peaceful future. At 8 p.m. tomorrow night, Friday, Dec. 14, Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church, Roseland, will present a Christmas Concert. The Pro Nobis Chamber Singers will offer a program of Christmas Music. The 16-member group will be accompanied by a brass quintet and harp. A special feature of the concert will be audience participation in traditional holiday carols. Tickets are $10 and are going fast. Please call the rectory at (973) 226-7288.

Bring in a toy - make a kid smile - please donate during this holiday season. Fleet Bank is collecting toys for children between the ages of 2 and 14. You may bring in a new unwrapped toy to any Fleet Bank. There are two branches in Roseland - on Eagle Rock Avenue and on Becker Farm Road. There is also a branch in West Caldwell, on Passaic Avenue. The last day for the toy collection is Friday, Dec. 21.

The Roseland Recreation Department has several programs beginning in January, 2002. Adult Aerobics for residents 55 years of age and older starts Monday, Jan. 7, at Borough Hall. Pre-Teen dance lessons (6th graders) begin from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at Noecker School. Magic lessons for children in grades K to 6 run from 4 to 5 p.m. beginning on Friday, Jan. 18, at

Borough Hall. Performing Arts program (3 years to seniors) begins on Monday, Jan. 7, at Borough Hall - times vary according to the program. Crafts for Kids for K to 2nd grade begins on Saturday, Jan. 19, at Noecker School. Please call (973) 226-6552 for more information on all programs.

Santa's Hot Line will be open on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 17 and 18. Children can call and talk to Santa Claus. The phone number for the North Pole is (973) 403-6899.

West Essex Regional High School is sponsoring a Holiday Breakfast and Concert for senior citizens on Wednesday, Dec. 19. Breakfast will be served in the high school cafeteria from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. and the concert will follow at 10:30 a. m. in the auditorium. The breakfast and concert are free. Please call Patricia D robish at (973) 228-1200, ext. 217, to secure a reservation.

The Roseland Free Public Library is selling "2002 Entertainment Books" for $20. The book contains great discounts on fine and casual dining, sporting even ts, movies, recreational activities, etc. for the West Essex and surrounding are a. Are you looking for some family fun? The new Burger King in West Caldwell ha s a "Kids Night" on Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. throughout the month of December. Each week there is a different performer -clown, magician, face painter, etc. Best Wishes for a Happy Holiday and a Happy New Year! (Call Michele with your news of Roseland at (973) 228-6512.)

Peaceful holidays are at the library

As you may have read in our November column, veteran library staff member Norine Slajchert decided she needed more quality time with her husband and family, and so 'had the nerve' to leave the library after 15 years. While we miss her, and wish her the VERY best, the staff and patrons of the Caldwell Public Library are fortunate to now be working with another very dedicated Caldwell resident, Dot (Dorothy) Smith. We are thrilled to have her join us, so, say "hello" next time you are patronizing the Caldwell Public Library. Childrens' Programs

Come and see the original "How the Grinch Stole Christmas." at 4 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 13. After the film we will make holiday ornaments. No registration is required.

Saturday, Dec. 15, marks the last day to donate a new book for infants through young adults as part of the "Books for Kids" program. Your gifts will be distributed to less fortunate children in New Jersey. Boxes for donations are in both the adult and children's departments.

Feel free to "drop in" for "Toddler Time" with your 2 to 3 and 1/ 2 year olds, at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 19. No registration necessary.

The library will be hosting a craft for children in kindergarten through sixth grade - the art of paper folding -at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 26. Join us to make "paper cranes" and other special figures using the art of origami. No registration is required.

On Thursday, Dec. 27, at 4 p.m., all are invited to join us in an early celebration to welcome 2002! No registration is required.

Adult Programs

Book Discussion Group - The "First Wednesday of the month" book group will discuss The Bonesetter's Daughter, by Amy Tan, on Wednesday, Jan. 2. Please meet in the reference room at 2 p.m.

Writer's Group - An informal "writer's group" continues to meet on agreed-upon Monday evenings at 7 p.m. in the meeting room behind the children's section. For more information, and to double check if there is a meeting on the Monday you were planning to attend, call (973) 226-4411.

Enjoy the Spirit of the Holidays! - The Caldwell Public Library will be hosting an evening holiday event from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 17. There will be a holiday movie shown and eggnog and cookies will be served. This event is recommended for seniors, adults and families with children, elementary school- age and up.

Art Display

Artist and former library employee, Cory Petit, is sharing his artwork in the reference room and on the walls leading into the children's room, through the end of the year. Those who braved the weather on Wednesday, Nov. 29, had the opportunity to meet this young artist and his family.

In addition to Petit's art, one can also view the talents of art students from Mount Saint Dominic, Caldwell, at the library. In the reference room, on the shelves, are castings and leaf prints created by these young women in June Schott's art classes. Come in and admire all of our local talent!

For additional information regarding Caldwell Public Library's programs, hours, and services, please telephone us at (973) 226-2837 or check out Channel 35, and, of course, visit us at 268 Bloomfield Ave.

We are open Mondays and Thursdays 9 a.m. through 9 p.m.; Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9 a.m. through 5 p.m.; and Saturdays 10 a.m. through 5 p.m. The library will be closed on Monday, Dec. 24, and Tuesday, Dec. 25, as well as Monday, Dec. 31 and Tuesday, Jan. 1. The most peaceful of holidays from all of the staff a t the library to all of you!

Events and holiday help at the library

The West Caldwell Public Library wants to help you with your holiday entertaining. The Library is overflowing with information on planning parties, cooking and decorating. If you need to find something to cook for your son's vegetarian girlfriend or you want to wow your guests with a home that looks like it came from the pages of "Martha Stewart's Living" - just ask, we can help. Are you looking for economical, sentimental presents? Do you want a project that the family can work on together? The Library has many craft books that can show you how to make ornaments, jewelry, candles, bath products, home accessories and more. Do you have an environmentally conscious person on your holiday list ? Impress them with a gift from a nature craft book.

Let the Library help you and alleviate some of your holiday stress. Whether you need a new cookie recipe or want a fiction title to help you hide out from the i n-laws, the staff is here to assist you in your holiday informational and recreational needs.

The Library hours are: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Library will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 24 and 25 and Tuesday, Jan 1, and will close at 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 31.

January Programs

Read It! A Friendly Book Discussion Club will be meeting at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 8, The featured book will be "Tuesdays With Morrie," by Mitch Albom. Copies of the book may be obtained at the reference desk.

Babes in Bookland features singing, flannel board stories, participation play an d simple books and will be held at 9:15 or 10 a.m. on Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 2002. Toddlers from birth to 23 months are invited to attend with a parent or caregiver. Registration is required and begins Wednesday, Jan. 2. You must be a West Caldwell cardholder to participate in this program.

Toddler Time, for 2 year olds with a parent or caregiver, features stories, songs, fingerplays and fun. The series will be held at 10 or 11 a.m. on Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 2002. Registration is required and begins Wednesday, Jan. 2. You must be a West Caldwell cardholder to participate in this program.

Wintry Tales, a story time series for children ages 3 to 5, including Kindergartners, will feature songs, stories, games, finger plays and more. Sessions will b e held at 1:30 p.m. on Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14, 2002. Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, Jan. 2. You must be a West Caldwell cardholder to participate in this program.

Sleepy Time Stories Among The Stars will be held from 7 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday , Jan 24. Children ages 3 to 6 are invited to come and hear nighttime tales. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Older siblings are welcome.

For more information on these free programs and services, visit the West Caldwell Public Library located at 30 Clinton Road, West Caldwell, call (973) 226-5441 or visit our web site www.bccls.org/westcaldwell.

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