Everyone had a terrific time in the picnic grove at Holy Face Monastery on what turned out to be an absolutely beautiful day. The buffet from Baskinger's included all sorts of tasty delights including burgers, hot dogs, fried chicken, and (my personal favorite) sausage and peppers. Close your eyes and you'd think you were at Seaside Heights when you bit into one of those excellent sausage sandwiches! There were all manner of beverages including beer on tap. 50/50 winners walked away with tidy sums due to the super support of all the picnic-ers.

The children all had a fantastic time playing the games parents organized. The tug of war and sack races proved to be quite challenging to our younger contestants but there were prizes for all. There was also an inflatable jumping cage donated by A&A Inflatables of Hawthorne...thanks! It was great hit with the kids!

If you weren't there, be sure you make it next year! Jane had a great time, again!

FIRE! FIRE!

Paterson Firemen, Curtis Bouier and Theodore Carter gave our students important lessons in fire safety. The Fire Safety House showed children common dangers found in the home and how to make their own homes safer. The program ended with the children being taught how to evacuate a home in a fire emergency. Thank you, Paterson Fire Department, for taking the time to help protect our kids!

We Give Thanks

This year's very moving Thanksgiving assembly saluted heroes both past and present. Students representing historic figures read from their writings and told the stories of their lives and struggles. The show finale featured a reenactment of the raising of the American flag at Iwo Jima.

Mrs. Kral's First Grade made a diorama of the first Thanksgiving complete with log cabins, turkey dinner, and pumpkin pie. The talented Mrs. Kral even painted the Mayflower on the background. Nice job, 1K!

The Christmas Season at St. Brendan School

Clockwise from upper right: Volunteers at the tree sale. Gift collection for the needy. Santa visits the school. An unsure guest at Breakfast With Santa.