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The Annual Ski Trip sponsored by OMAYSC ended with great fun and only one injury. Over 50 students and chaperones attended the event on January 31st. The temperature was cold and the wind was blowing. However, the ski conditions were just fine. Skiing, snowboarding and tubing were available to all. One of the snowboarders did take a fall and, after a trip to the hospital, his broken wrist was confirmed. OMAYSC sponsors many events like this throughout the year to keep the attention of our youth focused on constructive activities and away from the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Volunteers are always needed. For more information, please contact OMAYSC President Sheri Cronin via email at alleycatc@aol.com or via phone at 854.6775.

The Oaklyn/Collingswood Lions Club will host their 2nd Annual Comedy Night on February 22nd at 6:30 pm in the Oaklyn Fire Hall. Tickets are $25.00 per person and include soft drinks, mixers, and snacks. Tickets can be purchased by calling Ken Redmer at 854.6969 or Gene Ferguson at 858.5093

Oaklyn held it's annual reorganization ceremony on Monday, January 5th in the Oaklyn Fire Hall. Mayor Michael LaMaina and Councilwoman Karen Simons were sworn in to serve their second terms. Michael Enos was sworn in as Councilman, replacing Howard Kincaid, who did not seek re-election. Mr. Enos is not new to this arena, however. He served as Councilman from 1992 to 2000. Councilman Enos was appointed Director of Public Safety. Councilman Rafferty was appointed Director of Buildings and Grounds and was again sworn in as Council President. Senator John Adler, Surrogate Pat Egan Jones and Camden County Freeholder Tom Gurick were on hand to perform the swearing in ceremonies.

Mayor and Council took a break from their reorganization meeting on January 5th to formally dedicate the newly renovated Borough Hall. In honor of Vince Scriboni's many years of service to the Borough of Oaklyn, the entire complex was dedicated in his name. Mayor LaMaina gave a brief speech prior to unveiling the plaque that is displayed on the outside of the building. Vince was surrounded by his family and friends and was very humble in his appreciation for this well deserved honor.

Oaklyn Memorial Library hosted their annual Holiday Decoration Contest on December 18th. Members from the Board of Trustees served as judges and drove up and down each street in Oaklyn in order to pick their favorites. Below are the winners.

The Annual Tree Lighting, hosted by the Oaklyn Memorial Library, was held on Friday, December 5th. The snow on the ground and the hint of more to come sure made the event festive. The evening began as Mr. Lehman led the count down to the lighting of the tree, which was decorated by the Kindergarten through Third Grade students from Oaklyn Public School.. Music teacher, Mr. Powell, led the chorus and on-lookers in holiday songs, while the local Brownie Troops supplied cookies and hot chocolate. As always, Santa Claus arrived on his personal fire truck to close out the evening.

The Oaklyn Municipal Alliance Youth Services Commission (OMAYSC) kicked off Red Ribbon Week in Oaklyn Public School on Monday, October 27^th. Red Ribbon Week helps to promote a drug-free lifestyle. OMAYSC President, Sheri Cronin and Secretary, Janet LaBar adorned the school, inside and out, with red ribbons and many drug-free decorations, including a showcase of teachers baby pictures with the heading of �Born to be Drug Free�. Many of the students, including Mrs. Schrock�s 2^nd grade class, dressed up in red to help promote the week-long event. Mayor Michael LaMaina detailed the history of Red Ribbon Week during the morning announcements.

Janet LaBar was awarded the 2003 Oaklyn Volunteer Of The Year Award at the Annual Town Picnic on Saturday, October 4th. Janet has been involved in the Oaklyn PTA and served as Corresponding Secretary for many years. She also is to be credited for the huge success of the Oaklyn PTA Spring Fling Chinese Auction, which generated thousands of dollars during her years as chairperson of that committee. Janet currently serves as the Secretary of the Oaklyn Municipal Alliance Youth Services Commission (OMAYSC) and has played an instrumental role in the success of the Oaklyn Summer Camp program.