"Love is all you need," the agency's spring gala, is just three weeks away on Thursday, April 7, 2011 at the Venetian in Garfield, NJ. This exciting evening will feature a buffet of savory foods, open bar, silent and live auctions, as well as the raffle of the 40 carat "Love" emerald necklace, created by Arthur Groom & Co. especially for the gala.

The event also will feature a performance by Caledon, the Scottish tenors, who have performed before a 55,000 person strong soccer crowd at Hampden Park, on stage at the world-famous Sydney Opera House, as well as for the Queen of England at the opening of the Scottish Parliament and for UN Secretary General Kofi Annan at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. You won't want to miss these extraordinarily talented tenors!

Tickets are still available to the gala and start at $150. Please visit www.cafsnj.org or call the Development Office at 201-261-2800 to purchase them.

You still have a chance to win the "Love" Emerald

Did you purchase your raffle ticket yet for the exquisite, 15 carat "Love" Emerald necklace, created by Arthur Groom & Co. especially for "Love is All You Need?" You could be the winner of this stunning, one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry valued at $40,000 and sure to turn heads. But, you need to be in to win it.

Raffle tickets cost $20 apiece or 6 for $100, and are available at Arthur Groom & Co., 262 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ, or online at www.arthurgroom.com or www.cafsnj.org. The raffle winner will be drawn at the "Love is All You Need" gala.

There'll be swingin', swayin' and records playin'

The agency is hosting its first-ever dance marathon fundraising event on Saturday, April 30, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. at Bergen Community College, Paramus Road, Paramus. Professional Fitness Consultants of Paramus, AEP Industries, Otterstedt Insurance, Craig D. Grant - Merrill Lynch, and United Water are sponsors.

The agency is seeking individual dancers and teams to join the event, as well as additional sponsors, food donations and prizes. To become a sponsor, make a donation or register, visit http://dance4kids.kintera.org.

A Day of Family Fun

Be sure to mark Sunday, June 5, 2011 on your calendar. It is the 10th annual Todd Ouida Children's Foundation's birthday event. This family friendly event, from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at River Dell High School, 55 Pyle Street in Oradell, NJ, will have bouncy rides, face painting, music and a silent auction. This year the Foundation is partnering with Children's Aid and Family Services to help us raise money for the new Medical Services & Advocacy Center. For more information, contact the Development Office at 201-261-2800.

The Todd Ouida Children's Foundation was established by Todd's parents to create a meaningful legacy for their son Todd, whose life was tragically ended in the September 11th terrorist attack on the World Trade Center.

Open House at Turrell Child Care & Early Learning Center

Are you or any of your family or friends looking for a high quality child care center?

Turrell Child Care & Early Learning Center, located at 200 Robin Road in Paramus, is hosting open houses on Thursday, April 28 and Friday, April 29 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Come see the large, bright classrooms, meet the teachers and find out about the curriculum and fun activities that abound at the Turrell Center. Call 201-261-5970 to RSVP.

The Depot's spring collection

Be sure to visit The Depot, where you'll find some exquisite spring décor! Located at 22 Prospect Street in Midland Park, NJ, The Depot features beautiful, one-of-a-kind merchandise for the home handmade by crafters and artisans, as well as a large selection of Vera Bradley handbags and accessories.

All proceeds benefit Children's Aid and Family Services. For more information, or to learn about volunteering, call 201-444-6120 or visit the store online at http://thedepot.cafsnj.org.