By Neal Rentz e developer of a proposed 129-unit senior housing complex has followed through on threats of a lawsuit against Mount Kisco and the Village Attorney claiming the approval process has been wrongfully stalled. e suit was filed Nov. 6 in U.S. District Court in White Plains by Town and Country Adult Living, the Westchester Residence and Club LLC, Robert Mishkin, one of the development partners, and 129 “John Does.” e 129 unknown plaintiffs “were either the residents of the now-demolished senior enriched/ assisted living residence for older seniors with disabilities previously located at 53 Mountain Ave.” or would be the future residents of the proposed senior housing facility, according to the complaint. e plaintiffs are seeking a jury trial. e litigation names the Village of Mount Kisco, the Village Board, the Planning Board and Village Attorney Whitney Singleton as defendants. e lawsuit alleges that “(t)he delays for the 270 Kisco Avenue site plan were designed to enrich Whitney Singleton as he collected legal fees during the environmental review of 270 Kisco Avenue and to allow Whitney Singleton’s friend to pursue competing site plan approval at the 2 Morgan Drive property (notwithstanding that this property used to house a New York City sewage waste treatment facility located in a Research and Development Zone and would require substantial remediation before By Martin Wilbur New Castle officials plan to explore whether the purchase of an electric vehicle to serve as a shuttle between Chappaqua Crossing and the Metro-North station during specified hours. e Town Board last week discussed with Director of Planning Sabrina Charney Hull the possibility of applying the $100,000 Clean Energy Community grant that was approved earlier this year by the New York State Energy Research & Development Agency (NYSERDA) toward buying an 18- to 22-passenger shuttle bus or trolley. ere is also the chance the town could obtain a $90,000 rebate from NYSERDA to further reduce the cost. Estimates for the vehicles before the grant and rebate are factored in are about $250,000 for the bus and $280,000 for the trolley, Hull said. However, there are factors that may complicate a purchase. Hull said that under the Chappaqua Crossing Findings Statement adopted in 2013, developer Summit/Greenfield is obligated to provide shuttle service between the former Reader’s Digest campus and the Chappaqua train station. at service is scheduled to begin upon completion of the cupola building’s residential units and must continue for at least two years aſter construction of the residential townhouse units in the property’s East Village is finished. e shuttle needs to operate during the morning and evening peak hours as well as during lunch service from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. By Andy Jacobs Sirens blared, lights flashed, horns honked and admiring onlookers cheered and clapped in approval as the bus carrying the Pleasantville football team slowly pulled into the high school’s parking lot on Sunday evening. Just six hours earlier, and more than 235 miles away, the Panthers had put the finishing touch on a season none of them will ever forget – capturing the state’s Class B championship with a 28-14 victory over Chenango Forks at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse. “Honestly, I’m still in shock right now. I don’t really know how to feel,” said Panthers junior quarterback and championship game MVP Jack Howe amid the swarm of fans, family and friends who had surrounded the team bus as the heroes of the day triumphantly descended the steps. It was Howe who ran for 151 yards and scored three touchdowns, including a 77-yarder less than a minute aſter the opening kickoff that enabled Pleasantville to get on the scoreboard first against the previously unbeaten champions from Section 4. His 58-yard romp to pay dirt and subsequent point-aſter kick with five minutes leſt in the third quarter stretched the Panthers’ lead to 21-7. “Jack did what Jack does,” said Pleasantville head coach Tony Becerra, summing up his quarterback’s spectacular aſternoon. “Jack was being himself, making plays and being athletic and leading this team.” e Panthers, in search of their first- ever state football title, were clinging to a 21-14 advantage in the fourth quarter before senior running back Charlie McPhee capped a seven-play, 68-yard drive with a dazzling 26-yard touchdown run with just four and a half minutes remaining on the clock. Chenango Forks, making its fiſth successive appearance in Syracuse, was then unable to advance the ball past midfield. 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By Neal RentzThe developer of a proposed 129-unit
senior housing complex has followed through on threats of a lawsuit against Mount Kisco and the Village Attorney claiming the approval process has been wrongfully stalled.
The suit was filed Nov. 6 in U.S. District Court in White Plains by Town and Country Adult Living, the Westchester Residence and Club LLC, Robert Mishkin, one of the development partners, and 129 “John Does.” The 129 unknown plaintiffs “were either the residents of the now-demolished senior enriched/assisted living residence for older seniors with disabilities previously located at 53 Mountain Ave.” or would be the future residents of the proposed senior housing
facility, according to the complaint. The plaintiffs are seeking a jury trial.
The litigation names the Village of Mount Kisco, the Village Board, the Planning Board and Village Attorney Whitney Singleton as defendants.
The lawsuit alleges that “(t)he delays for the 270 Kisco Avenue site plan were designed to enrich Whitney Singleton as he collected legal fees during the environmental review of 270 Kisco Avenue and to allow Whitney Singleton’s friend to pursue competing site plan approval at the 2 Morgan Drive property (notwithstanding that this property used to house a New York City sewage waste treatment facility located in a Research and Development Zone and would require substantial remediation before
By Martin WilburNew Castle officials plan to explore
whether the purchase of an electric vehicle to serve as a shuttle between Chappaqua Crossing and the Metro-North station during specified hours.
The Town Board last week discussed with Director of Planning Sabrina Charney Hull the possibility of applying the $100,000 Clean Energy Community grant that was approved earlier this year by the New York State Energy Research & Development Agency (NYSERDA) toward buying an 18- to 22-passenger shuttle bus or trolley. There is also the chance the town could obtain a $90,000 rebate from NYSERDA to further reduce the cost.
Estimates for the vehicles before the grant and rebate are factored in are about
$250,000 for the bus and $280,000 for the trolley, Hull said.
However, there are factors that may complicate a purchase. Hull said that under the Chappaqua Crossing Findings Statement adopted in 2013, developer Summit/Greenfield is obligated to provide shuttle service between the former Reader’s Digest campus and the Chappaqua train station. That service is scheduled to begin upon completion of the cupola building’s residential units and must continue for at least two years after construction of the residential townhouse units in the property’s East Village is finished.
The shuttle needs to operate during the morning and evening peak hours as well as during lunch service from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
By Andy JacobsSirens blared, lights flashed, horns
honked and admiring onlookers cheered and clapped in approval as the bus carrying the Pleasantville football team slowly pulled into the high school’s parking lot on Sunday evening.
Just six hours earlier, and more than 235 miles away, the Panthers had put the finishing touch on a season none of them will ever forget – capturing the state’s Class B championship with a 28-14 victory over Chenango Forks at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse.
“Honestly, I’m still in shock right now. I don’t really know how to feel,” said Panthers junior quarterback and championship game MVP Jack Howe amid the swarm of fans, family and friends who had surrounded the team bus as the heroes of the day triumphantly descended the steps.
It was Howe who ran for 151 yards and scored three touchdowns, including
a 77-yarder less than a minute after the opening kickoff that enabled Pleasantville to get on the scoreboard first against the previously unbeaten champions from Section 4. His 58-yard romp to pay dirt and subsequent point-after kick with five minutes left in the third quarter stretched the Panthers’ lead to 21-7.
“Jack did what Jack does,” said Pleasantville head coach Tony Becerra, summing up his quarterback’s spectacular afternoon. “Jack was being himself, making plays and being athletic and leading this team.”
The Panthers, in search of their first-ever state football title, were clinging to a 21-14 advantage in the fourth quarter before senior running back Charlie McPhee capped a seven-play, 68-yard drive with a dazzling 26-yard touchdown run with just four and a half minutes remaining on the clock. Chenango Forks, making its fifth successive appearance in Syracuse, was then unable to advance the
ball past midfield. Pleasantville took over on downs, ran out the clock and began
a wild postgame celebration that left its
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AYDIN MAYERS PHOTOPleasantville head coach Tony Becerra holds the Class B state championship plaque aloft while surrounded by some of his players moments after the Panthers’ 28-14 victory Sunday over Chenango Forks at the Carrier Dome in Syracuse.
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coach filled with emotion. “It’s beyond words right now,” said
Becerra, trying to describe what it was like to watch his Panthers rise to their biggest challenge. “I mean, even though I had over four hours on the bus to let it sink in, and then to come home to this reception, it just tells me how lucky I am to be a part of this community and to be a small part of these kids’ lives. And then in some way being able to give them a memory that they’ll have for a lifetime.”
Chenango Forks did manage to tie the Panthers at 7-7 when star running back Jeremiah Allen scored on a six-yard run late in the first quarter. But Howe’s second touchdown of the day, from a yard out on fourth down three minutes into the second period, concluded a 13-play, 64-yard drive that gave the Panthers the lead for good.
The Panthers took a 14-7 edge into the locker room at halftime, thanks to key interceptions by James Daniele and Danny Melillo that put an end to consecutive scoring threats by the Blue Devils.
“Yeah, we were very fortunate that we were able to stall some drives with the turnovers,” said Becerra, “because I think if that had not happened, one or two of those drives would have been points for them.”
The Blue Devils got the ball to start
the second half, but relinquished it near midfield on a fumble. They couldn’t score on their second possession either and the Panthers took over at their own 40-yard line. Two plays later, Howe replicated his first touchdown, getting to the right sideline and outracing everyone 58 yards to the end zone. His PAT gave Pleasantville a 14-point cushion.
But Chenango Forks answered with a 54-yard touchdown run by Allen just over three minutes later to close within seven points once more. It wasn’t until Howe’s touchdown late in the fourth quarter that Panther fans could finally breathe a sigh of relief.
Before the Panthers stepped out onto the turf inside the Carrier Dome, Becerra had been very concerned how they would react to their first game in the cavernous stadium.
“We told the kids in the locker room, ‘You’ve got to get over the awe of being in the Carrier Dome,’” he said. “’You’ve got to get over the fact that you’re facing a five-time state champ, 11th appearance here. And you’ve got to come out swinging. You need to set the tone.’ And they did.”
Pleasantville finished its season 12-1 after defeating three consecutive unbeaten sectional champions in the state playoffs by double digits. The Panthers’ remarkable run through the postseason may actually owe a lot to their only loss
of this historic year — a surprising one-point home setback in the last minute to Valhalla five weeks into the schedule.
“That loss definitely set us on the right path to win this game,” said Howe. “Honestly, after that game, we definitely had a different mentality. I’m gonna say it was a blessing for us to lose that game.”
“It’s exactly what this team needed,” added Becerra, “because up until that
point we were still trying to find our identity. That was definitely a turning point because I think we found our identity, we rallied around one another and we really went to work from that game on.”
And on Sunday afternoon, inside a big domed stadium a long way from home, that identity became clear to everyone – the Panthers are state champions.
Pleasantville Football Team Wins First-Ever State Championshipcontinued from page 1
ANDY JACOBS PHOTOPanther fans greet the arrival of the team bus in the Pleasantville High School parking lot on Sunday evening.
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By Neal RentzMount Pleasant Supervisor Carl
Fulgenzi has proposed a nearly $48.3 million total budget for 2018 that would raise taxes less than 1 percent and is comfortably below the state imposed property tax cap.
Comptroller Maria Lanjewar said the proposed spending plan includes a tax rate increase of 0.9 percent and a tax levy hike of 1.6 percent. Under the state formula, Mount Pleasant’s allowable maximum tax levy increase for 2018 is 2.5 percent.
The total budget includes all of the town’s special districts. Meanwhile, the general fund of just over $29.7 million includes the entire town outside the villages and the highway fund.
The proposed budget calls for 2 percent raises for the town’s non-union employees, including elected officials, Lanjewar said. It also includes four new full-time hires – a payroll clerk in the comptroller’s office, a clerk position in the Highway Department and two recreation attendants, she said.
Other proposed changes include Town Board proposals to increase the park superintendent’s salary by $5,000, appropriates $10,000 in overtime for the Justice Court Clerk and moves one union employee’s position to a higher
grade.There are no layoffs in the proposed
spending plan and no new programs, Lanjewar noted.
During a discussion of the proposed budget at the Town Board’s Nov. 21work session, council members asked Fulgenzi and Lanjewar for additional funding for the outdoor summer concert series, a $6,000 expense for three proposed concerts in 2018. Councilwoman Laurie Smalley said last year’s concert series at
Carroll Park was “very well-received.”Fulgenzi said he recently spoke to
Superintendent of Recreation Kellie Rizzi and did not recall that she was seeking town funds for next year’s concerts. Last summer’s concerts were funded through donations, he said, although he isn’t opposed to the town picking up some of the expenses.
Councilman Nicholas DiPaolo said he learned from Rizzi that she was pursuing town funds.
Lanjewar said she would look to move funds from elsewhere in the proposed
budget to pay for the expense rather than increasing total spending. The town’s portion of the expense would help pay for the bands and overtime for town staff, she said.
The board has scheduled public hearings on the proposed budget for tonight (Tuesday) and Dec. 12. Both hearings will be held at 8 p.m. at Town Hall. Officials are eyeing approval of the 2018 budget on Dec. 12, eight days before the deadline for adoption.
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being eligible to use the property).”Singleton said the village would not
comment on the lawsuit.In March, the Village Board
unanimously voted to allow Mayor Michael Cindrich to negotiate with the applicant for the sale of 17.7 acres of municipal property at 270 Kisco Ave. to allow the project to proceed. The originally proposed sale price was about $4 million, but Cindrich revealed this fall that the developer had increased the offer to $5 million.
Despite the vote by the Village Board
last March, the sale has been on hold since shortly after the board heard complaints from several residents who do not want Kisco Mountain developed.
In the spring, the developers submitted a notice of claim threatening a $50 million lawsuit against the village for reneging on their intentions following the vote. There are no specific damages sought in the complaint.
According to the litigation, village officials sought to use their positions and offices to inflict “unlawful delays” on the site plan review.
The complaint states that the deal reached by developers and the village in a 2006 Stipulation of Settlement called for the plaintiffs to demolish an existing 44-unit senior adult assisted living facility at 53 Mountain Ave. and deed that property to the village. In return, the village was obligated to sell 270 Kisco Ave. to the plaintiffs for $3.5 million.
“The defendants continued their puzzling display of bad faith in pursuing a tax foreclosure of 53 Mountain Avenue, through which the village gained ownership of 53 Mountain Avenue for the
unpaid (but accruing) taxes the village specifically agreed in writing would not constitute a tax deficiency,” the litigation stated.
Village officials must sell 270 Kisco Ave. to the plaintiffs, the suit argues, “and must account for the damages their conduct has caused plaintiffs to incur.”
If not, then the village must return the plaintiffs to the same position they found themselves in at the time of the 2006 Stipulation of Settlement, then answer for the village’s ongoing Fair Housing Act and Americans With Disabilities Act violations “for a knowing lack of housing for disabled senior citizens.”
The complaint states the developer had given the village a $1.5 million down payment in January 2007, which has been held by the village ever since.
“From their inexplicable (and) inexcusable delays, (the) defendants have also extracted from (the) plaintiffs additional payments and promises beyond the existing consideration for the sale of 270 Kisco Avenue,” the complaint states.
The complaint further charges that the Planning Board exercised delay tactics regarding the approval process.
Messages left last week for Brian Brick, an attorney representing the plaintiffs, were not returned.
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Greenfield to contribute toward the purchase of the vehicle.
Officials would also like a vehicle that could serve other transportation purposes for the town when the Chappaqua Crossing shuttle is not in service. But the shuttle bus would require up to an eight-hour charge for 75 to 90 miles of travel, Hull said. That mileage could be further limited by the route’s topography and whether the vehicle’s heat or air conditioning is being used.
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unanswered questions.“I also feel like we’re going from a simple
concept to a complex logistical arrangement and a complex legal arrangement,” Makowska said.
Officials discussed whether a hybrid vehicle would be more beneficial because of the longer distance capabilities. However, Hull said she would have to research whether New Castle would still be eligible for the Clean Energy Community grant and the NYSERDA rebate if a hybrid was purchased rather than an electric vehicle.
Councilman Jeremy Saland suggested the town could find other projects to use the grant money.
“There are other uses for that money that are environmentally useful and smart and valuable even if they’re not sexy, fun and exciting,” he said.
On the grant application, New Castle had listed the electric shuttle bus as its top priority. The town included decorative LED streetlamps as its second choice, Hull said. She said the 63 decorative lights would cost about $800,000.
Supervisor Robert Greenstein said the town’s Sustainability Advisory Board made the recommendation for the elctric bus. He said most people see some benefit in having the shuttle if it proved to be feasable.
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By Neal RentzIt was an end of an era last week in
Mount Kisco.On Nov. 20 Mayor Michael Cindrich
and Deputy Mayor Anthony Markus attended their last regularly scheduled Village Board meeting after having served together for 14 years.
Cindrich was defeated earlier this month while seeking an eighth term by first-time candidate Gina Picinich. Markus lost his re-election bid to another political newcomer, Isi Albanese. Picinich and Albanese will be sworn in on Sunday.
“I have had the privilege to serve the people of Mount Kisco as an elected official for 21 years as a trustee, deputy mayor and mayor,” Cindrich said. “During that time, I’ve worked with some exceptionally talented people all committed to the betterment of our community.”
The departing officials were honored last Monday by their board colleagues with words of praise, proclamations and plaques.
Trustee Peter Grunthal said he has had the privilege of serving with Cindrich, navigating the many issues, both simple and complex, that local government encounters.
“I developed a complete faith in your goals for this village and a deep trust in the integrity with which you pursued every single item that came up for
consideration,” Grunthal said. “You and I have different approaches to getting things done but we have been philosophically aligned almost all the time on almost every matter.”
Grunthal also praised Markus, particularly in his capacity as chair of the village’s Finance Committee. The committee has helped Mount Kisco regarding fiscal matters, issuing recommendations ranging from the refinancing of the village’s bonds to how infrastructure projects should be funded.
“Your performance has been sensational,’ Grunthal said.
Trustee Jean Farber said Cindrich has been a mentor to her. His encyclopedic knowledge of each village street, business and organization has been a critical asset to the board.
“You are an expert on the myriad of rules, regulations and laws that govern our village,” Farber said. “Without a doubt, you have a proven record of reducing government costs without reducing the quality of services.”
“You have been tireless in advocating with your considerable expertise to the many complex civic matters that come before the board,” Farber said of Markus. “You see things clearly and are able to explain your points of view with fairness and lack of prejudice to many complex civic matters. Your legal skills
as a respected and accomplished attorney lent us an incalculable benefit which was appreciated and deserves a light to be shined on its importance.”
Trustee Karen Schleimer also thanked the pair for their service to the village.
“I don’t know how you can say thank you to someone who has given so much of their time, themselves, their experience and attention to the Village/Town of Mount Kisco,” Schleimer remarked about Cindrich. “He has served longer and dedicated more of his time to the village than almost all of us.”
While Schleimer acknowledged that she hasn’t always agreed with Markus, his hard work and dedication along with his ability to listen to all sides has been an undeniable asset.
“I think and continue to feel that our Finance Committee is the best volunteer committee this village has ever had,” Schleimer said. “Under Tony’s direction, they have analyzed interest rates and outstanding bonds and worked to reconfigure our debt to take advantage of low interest rates.”
Cindrich said he was satisfied that he was leaving office with Mount Kisco “in the best financial condition in the village’s history.” Capital reserves and a strong bond rating ensure future generations with the security of a stable community.
His said his most important
achievement has been keeping the community affordable. Other notable accomplishments during his tenure were the police consolidation with Westchester County, the construction of the new public library and the expansion of Northern Westchester Hospital.
Ongoing challenges include the need for infrastructure improvements, including water and sewer systems, road paving and curb replacements, eliminating illegal, unsafe and substandard housing and making sure the downtown is a vibrant shopping destination, Cindrich said.
Another piece of unresolved business is the review of the 129-unit senior housing complex proposed for Kisco Avenue.
“Ironically when I assumed the position of mayor I inherited the burden of paying down the $4 million debt for the acquisition of the Swiss Benevolent property,” Cindrich said. “Sadly, as I exit office, the taxpayers are burdened with a significant lawsuit against the village involving the same property, litigation that could have been avoided if common sense prevailed.”
Cindrich wished the members of the new board members success and thanked residents for the opportunity.
“It was humbling being elected mayor. Thank you to our community for letting me serve,” he said.
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By Neal RentzA 25-year-old man was arrested by
Mount Pleasant police on a charge of sexually-motivated attempted burglary in the second degree for allegedly trying to enter two area residences and lure several females into his car.
Police apprehended Juan Monegro as he was returning to his residence in the Bronx at 5:15 a.m. on Nov. 17. There was a brief struggle before police took Monegro into custody.
Mount Pleasant police received three separate complaints in a little more than a two-hour span earlier that same morning. The description of the perpetrator was similar in each incident.
Police first responded to a complaint involving the suspect at about 1:15 a.m.
from a homeowner living on Bedford Road in Pleasantville. Officers were told they were awakened by their barking dog and by the outside motion lights in their backyard. They immediately called 911.
Shortly after the incident was reported, police said a group of female students from Pace University were returning to the campus on Bedford Road when they encountered the suspect. He attempted to lure them into the vehicle he was driving. Police searched the area but could not find the suspect.
Then, at about 3:30 a.m., a resident on Whittier Drive in Thornwood reported a male was at the back door of his house, police said. The suspect was banging on a rear window when he was
confronted by the homeowner who was inside the house.
The suspect ordered the homeowner to open the door and said he needed somewhere to sleep, according to police. Officers responded to the scene within two minutes after receiving the call.
“The suspect fit the description given by witnesses from the earlier incident,” said Mount Pleasant Police Chief Paul Oliva.
Responding officers spotted the suspect running away and pursued the subject on foot for about a half-mile but could not catch him, he said.
As part of the continuing investigation, two town police detectives responded to Monegro’s Bronx address, saw the man returning home and placed him under arrest.
Oliva said the charge, a Class D felony, was deemed sexually motivated as a result of the investigation and an admission by Monegro. He never made it inside either residence, he said.
Monegro was transported back to Mount Pleasant police headquarters where he was processed. He was arraigned and bail was set at $20,000. He is scheduled to return to Town Justice Court this Thursday, Nov. 30.
The investigation is continuing, but no additional charges are pending at this time, Oliva said.
Town police ask residents to lock their vehicles and homes when they are not home and overnight.
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By Neal RentzIn what is seen as a big boost to
downtown Mount Kisco, a lease has been signed to bring a HomeGoods store to the former site of Annie Sez on Main Street.
Mayor Michael Cindrich announced at Monday night’s Village Board meeting that a lease had been signed by the discount home furnishings chain for the space at 3 Main St. in the heart of
downtown.Cindrich said Home Goods must
obtain Planning Board approval before it can open.
Peter Kempner, a principal of the White Plains-based Kempner Corp. that owns the property, said Wednesday that the commercial real estate company is “thrilled” to help HomeGoods come to Mount Kisco. It would provide a big
economic boost to the area, and would be “a terrific retail anchor for the village.”
“HomeGoods is one of the most heavily sought-after tenants in the country,” Kempner said.
“HomeGoods offers customers home fashions from around the world, typically at prices between 20 and 60 percent below department and specialty store regular prices, according to its website.
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By Anna YoungIt’s never easy asking for help, but
spiraling medical, therapy and home renovation costs left one Pleasantville family seeking help to make life as comfortable as possible for their four-year-old daughter.
With nowhere else to turn, Chris and Dianna Ryan created a GoFundMe account in an effort to buy a wheelchair accessible van and renovate their home for their handicapped daughter, Emma.
Hundreds of donors, some local, others anonymous, have answered the call since the drive started earlier this month. With a $160,000 goal, 792 people have donated $108,676 through Nov. 26.
“It’s been overwhelming to say the least. There are a lot of names we don’t even recognize,” Chris Ryan said. “We have a lot of very helpful friends and family and they got the word out significantly.”
Despite what Dianna described as a “relatively easy pregnancy,” Emma was intubated and rushed to Lenox Hill Hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit when she couldn’t breath spontaneously at birth. After a month, she was moved to St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital in Queens where doctors realized Emma had several developmental delays and disorders.
When Chris and Dianna brought their daughter home, they, with help from family, managed the regular visits to nine different doctors while juggling physical, occupational and feeding therapy with early intervention and private therapists.
Despite improvement, Emma began having seizures at five months old, which negated any progress that she had made. Her seizures were diagnosed as Infantile Spasms, a rare disorder that is difficult for parents and pediatricians to spot due to symptoms that are uncharacteristic of a seizure.
Those episodes have left Emma legally blind, fed primarily through a gastrostomy tube in her stomach and
functioning at the level of a three-month-old, her parents said.
“She hasn’t recovered from the seizures, unfortunately,” said Chris, adding that Emma can’t talk, sit up, crawl or reach. “She was able to do more at three or four months of age than she’s able to do now because of her seizures and her condition.”
Emma was also diagnosed with Ogden Syndrome, a rare genetic mutation disorder that causes developmental delays, intellectual disability, facial malformations and weak muscle tone throughout the body.
While the disease generally affects boys, Emma is among only 22 known Ogden Syndrome cases in girls worldwide, Dianna said.
Two years ago, the Ryans moved to Pleasantville from Queens so Emma could attend Blythedale Children’s Hospital, which brought all of her therapy into one place.
“We like that in Westchester the population of people like Emma is a little bit smaller so there’s a little bit more focus,” Dianna said. “And there wasn’t anything like that in Queens.”
As Emma grows, her doting parents admit they need help if they want to make their daughter’s life more comfortable. Chris, a New York City firefighter, and Dianna, a buyer, both
said it was a difficult decision to publicly ask for financial support.
“It’s kind of difficult to admit, financially asking people for help. It’s embarrassing,” Chris said. “It’s humbling
and at the same time it’s admitting what Emma needs and that’s not going to change. It’s not going to get any easier.”
“When I couldn’t lift her anymore I knew we needed to change,” Dianna said. “Up until that point we treated her like a baby picking her up and moving her, but she’s dead weight. Getting her in and out of the car is almost impossible at this point. We can do it, but it’s a struggle and I think that’s sort of where we said it’s unsafe and we need to make changes.”
With a ranch-style home, Chris said he wants to modify his walkout basement in order to accommodate Emma’s hospital type-bed, install a ceiling lift and track system and a roll-in wheelchair shower. The money raised will also go toward a wheelchair accessible van.
“The van right now is paramount,” Chris said. “It would make life easier to get around.”
With the family steadily moving toward their fundraising goal, Chris and Dianna want to find a way to thank every donor personally for their generosity.
“People asked us, and there wasn’t anything anybody could do to help us, and now there is something that people can do,” Dianna said. “We are really grateful. It’s really nice, it’s amazing.”
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Nov. 17: A party was arrested for marijuana possession at 11:50 p.m. following a traffic stop on King Street. The passenger of the vehicle was the individual charged.
Nov. 19: Report of leaving the scene of an accident at 5:07 a.m. An officer on patrol reported finding an unoccupied commercial vehicle, a 2015 Ford F-250, with passenger side damage in the roadway on Reservoir Road. Empire Towing was dispatched to the location for removal of the vehicle.
Nov. 19: A complainant arrived at headquarters at 1:10 p.m. and stated that about 30 minutes in the past she was attempting to mail some letters outside the post office on Main Street in Armonk. She stated that when she opened the blue mailbox, she observed what appeared to be a black gym bag jammed into the mail slot, which would not allow mail to be inserted inside the box. The responding officers checked
the box, which was not obstructed and appears to be in good working order.
Nov. 21: Report of an injured bird on the side of Old Mount Kisco Road at 8:34 a.m. The responding officer reported a large animal is on the side of the road. The dispatching officer left a message for a wildlife specialist.
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Nov. 17: Mount Pleasant police were notified at 1:34 a.m. that an unknown suspect was trying to break into a Black 2005 Pontiac Vibe on Bedford Road. The homeowner said he interrupted the burglary. Pleasantville police canvassed the area but didn’t find any suspects.
Nov. 17: A larceny was reported at Key Food on Pleasantville Road at 9:28 p.m. The complainant said a male subject had shoplifted several pieces of candy and ran out of the store toward Memorial Plaza. the investigation is ongoing.
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ObituariesVeronica Hurley
Veronica B. Hurley of Valhalla passed away on Nov. 23.
She was 87.Hurley was born to Peter and Mary
Weissmann on Mar. 19, 1930, in Callicoon, N.Y. She relocated to Valhalla as a New York Telephone operator and married Wilfred V. Hurley in 1953.
She is survived by her four children, Kathleen Hurley, Michael (Christine), Theresa Griffin (Daniel) and Patricia Sacchi (Robert); 11 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and her siblings, Lewis Weissmann and Ruth Desimone. Her husband Wilfred, three sisters and her brother predeceased her.
Hurley graduated from Pace University while employed by Charles Stotz, Inc.
She was very active in the community. Her volunteerism included the Valhalla Ambulance Corps, Valhalla Chamber of Commerce and American Legion Auxiliary 1038. She was a member of Holy Name of Jesus Church where she served as religious education director and eucharistic minister.
The family received friends at Beecher Flooks Funeral Home in Pleasantville on Nov. 26. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at Holy Name of Jesus Roman Catholic Church on Nov. 27 followed by burial at Kensico Cemetery.
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to the late Michael and Catherine (nee Citino) Yazzo in White Plains. She was predeceased by her one and only love of her life and devoted husband, Salvatore Cambriello, in 1999. She is survived by her three loving sisters, Carolyn Cambriello of Pleasantville, Theresa (Kenneth) Halloway of Clinton, Conn. and Ann Guidarelli of Pleasantville; her brothers-in-law, Sam (Yvonne) Cambriello of Thornwood, John (Katherine) Cambriello of Croton-on-Hudson and Rudy Guidarelli of Cortlandt Manor; sister-in-law Rose Cambriello; 14 nephews; eight nieces;
25 great-nieces and great-nephews; and six great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews. She was also predeceased by brothers-in-law Dominick, James, Michael and Lawrence Cambriello, Jr. and sister-in-law Palma Bates.
Cambriello had the kind of laugh that would bring tears to her eyes, she laughed so hard. She was a favorite among all of us and will surely be missed.
Visitation is at Hawthorne Funeral Home on Nov. 29 from 4 to 8 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held at Holy Rosary Church in Hawthorne on Nov. 30 at 11 a.m. followed by entombment at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Greenburgh.
In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice in Cambriello’s name would be appreciated.
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It was Thanksgiving weekend and the start of the joyous holiday season, so that means one thing in Armonk – Frosty the Snowman made his return to his hometown last Sunday for the annual Frosty Day celebration. To the delight of the hundreds of children and their parents who visited the hamlet, there wasn’t only the famous snowman to greet, but plenty of fun activities and treats to eat. In the late afternoon, residents and the many visitors lined Main Street for the Frosty Day Parade on the way to Wampus Brook Park for the Christmas tree lighting.
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be properly fed, clothed and equipped to be able to succeed in their lives, Patricia Lanza was responsible for distributing millions of dollars through the Harrison based Lanza Family Foundation to nonprofit organizations over several decades of giving. By 2014 she was known to have been involved with over 100 different groups.
West Harrison Lake Street Quarry noise and dumping reaches a head. Residents and business owners upset with continued noise, air and truck pollution in and around the Lake Street Quarry in West Harrison told the Town Board in early May that they’re tired of words without action because of continuing court postponements and appeals by the quarry owner. A stop work order, signed on May14, made the neighborhood quiet as alleged violations of Harrison codes included the lack of a stormwater retention and collection system and no site plan approvals for parking, fencing and trailers. The quarry was prohibited from accepting any more recyclables and waste, and was not allowed to sell any material from the quarry while the stop work order was in effect. A Harrison judge set a September 4 trial date and during a July hearing demanded that the quarry owner begin cleaning up landfill on the site. Frustrated, the owner, Lawrence Barrego, proposed rezoning the site as a “neighborhood business.” The development plan included a 30,000-square-foot grocery store, bank and offices with 181 parking spaces. Opponents living near the quarry said they were not eager to see decades of dust, noise and pollution from the quarry being replaced by more traffic, duplicate stores and smells wafting from a new bakery.
In September after five years of litigation, the quarry owner fired his attorney, postponing the trial for several more months.
Historic Good Counsel property goes up for sale. The historic site of the motherhouse and chapel of the Sisters of the Divine Compassion at 52 North Street in White Plains was put on the sales block in June with the schools and nuns living on the property given a July 2015 move out date by the order’s leadership team. Stamford-based real estate firm CBRE was given the task of marketing the property and attracting bidders.
By October, parents of students at Good Counsel Academy High School frustrated by lack of information about a school move and sale of the property held a meeting of several hundred people at the famous Chapel of the Divine Compassion on the site. They demanded answers to their questions about the future of the school and an extension of at least one year to be able to save their high school, which they said was viable and should not face the threat of closure.
Students held vigils, rallies and other activities, even approached the Cardinal at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in NYC after Sunday mass, to try to stall sale of the property to a residential or commercial developer.
Rumors that a local church with other investors had interest in the property and had a verbal commitment were not verified and the fate of the school and future development of the property remain a question going into 2015.
Dr. Richard Rockefeller dies in plane crash at Westchester County Airport. In news that stunned the country, Richard Rockefeller was killed in a plane crash on June 13, just minutes after take off from Westchester County Airport. Airport manager Peter Scherrer during a press conference said conditions at the airport were poor that morning and visibility was
low, extreme conditions for the airport. A family spokesman said Rockefeller was an experienced pilot and frequently flew in and out of the airport, where about 400 planes take off and land each day. Harrison police said the plane crashed into trees on a horse farm, Stratford Stables, about a half-mile from the airport, narrowly missing an occupied house. It broke into
many pieces, and debris was spread about 100 feet. According to officials, no one on the ground was injured. Rockefeller had flown to New York to have dinner with his father David Rockefeller. He was celebrating his 99th birthday. Debris from the crash was removed. Investigation is expected to take up to as much of a year before a final report is made.
Developer Granted 8th extension for Residential SiteBy Pat Casey
At the December meeting of the White Plains Planning Board, the developer at 40 Reynal Road, White Plains, was granted a one-year site plan extension, making it possibly the highest number of extensions granted in White Plains history, especially for a residential site that would hold a single family house.
The property, deemed sensitive because of significant wetlands, was recently reviewed by a third party that deemed the soil components and percolation rates on the wetlands had remained unchanged since 2004.
Members of the Planning Board, however, said that before a building
permit could be obtained the owner needed to submit a new map delineating the wetlands area in its current condition.
During the meeting, when a neighbor said she had video showing footage of flooding and a city staffer making changes in the wetlands delineation, the property owner’s rep asked that communication be kept between the Planning Board and the applicant and not involve outside parties, such as the neighbor.
Planning Board member Robert Stackpole said that because new information was being brought forward, it was appropriate for the Board to investigate what that new information might be.
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By Mark A. MarkarianIn case you haven’t heard, Judge Jeanine
Pirro just voted for higher speed limits across New York State with her right foot.
Now, I’ll be honest with you, even a road warrior like myself realizes that she was traveling faster than what is prudent, but hopefully her travails lead to increased speed limits after an honest examination of the insanely low speed limits across New York and the enormous effort the state goes through to reap financial gain from motorists Who Just Can’t Drive 55 (or 65). This action will need to take place in the state house and in the governor’s office, for state troopers who pull us over for speeding are only doing their job, as prescribed by law.
On the Friday evening before the judge’s ticket, I found myself driving the same road in the opposite direction, heading
home from Geneva, N.Y., and along the way noticed nine to 12 cars pulled over by troopers. I’m assuming most of them were for speeding.
This doesn’t surprise me since today’s cars can outperform race cars of the ‘60s in handling and braking, while we’re driving on roads that were designed for cars of the ‘50s to travel safely at 70 miles per hour.
This imbalance between cars and drivers and roads and speed limits places us in the precarious position of a dieter in January working in a sweet shop. We know what we need to do, but the temptation is just too great to not satiate our urges, and so we drive at speeds that “feel” safe and take our chances with highway patrols. And you know I’m not alone, for when we travel it’s our natural inclination to drive at the fastest speed that feels safe, and in
today’s cars that’s way above 65. This is reflected on the Taconic and Saw Mill, the Sprain and Cross County, the Long Island Expressway and Route 17. Because if you want to keep up with traffic, you’ve got to speed and nearly everybody does!
As for my reference to the state reaping financial gain from speeding motorists, two trips this year solidify that claim to me. One was a roundtrip to Pittsburgh and the other was a western jaunt of 2,000 miles. In all those miles, I only saw three or four cars pulled over, and that was only in Pennsylvania, traveling twice as far as I had in New York on Friday.
It isn’t that I didn’t see troopers in the states I drove, but when I did they weren’t pulling cars over en masse. Those states had either set their highway speed limits at the 85th percentile, or in Pennsylvania’s case, they seemed to be more concerned with ensuring road safety, while not turning the interstate into an ATM.
When a 66-year-old former district attorney with no history of high speed motorsports participation feels so comfortable, so secure and so safe in her modern car that’s she’s oblivious to traveling at 119 miles per hour on Route 17, it’s time to raise the speed limits by setting them at the 85th percentile.
Mark A. Markarian is a Pleasantville resident.
Last week’s farewells to Mount Kisco Mayor Michael Cindrich and Village Trustee Anthony Markus, at least in their role of serving at a public meeting, brought to a close a chapter in the municipality’s history.
For the past 14 years, since shortly after they were both elected to their current posts (Cindrich had served previously as trustee), Cindrich and Markus have been omnipresent. So in a way, it’s quite fitting that since they entered office together and served the village continuously and capably, that they should exit together.
As they make way for next week’s swearing in of Mayor-elect Gina Picinich and Trustee-elect Isi Albanese, it is important to highlight the dedication that local public officials make. Particularly those who are elected to town and village boards, or who donate their time and effort to the assortment of volunteer boards and committees. That also includes those who serve on school boards.
For those in local elected office, it is a largely a thankless job. They are always
on call even when there may be little happening. When there is an accident or a weather disaster, serving can be an around-the-clock responsibility. And even when there isn’t something going on, there’s always some issue to address or a ceremony to attend.
When something goes wrong or if there is a hotly debated or controversial issue, they can and should be criticized if needed. But as fewer and fewer residents step up to run for these seats or volunteer their time on the advisory boards, it is the local office holder who is doing the grunt work for their fellow citizens.
Cindrich and Markus have served admirably and have set a fine example. The community wishes Picinich and Albanese well in their term ahead and looks forward to them carrying on that local and very American tradition.
Pleasantville State Title a Moment to Cherish
Pleasantville High School’s varsity football team came home on Sunday evening to a hero’s welcome – and the
accolades that have and will come their way are richly deserved.
A school with a long gridiron history, it might surprise some casual onlookers that this was Pleasantville’s first state football championship. Just in the past decade since The Examiner has been chronicling the program there have been some very strong Panther teams. It just proves how difficult it is to be the best in anything.
Celebrating achievement, whether it’s in the classroom, in the arts or on the playing field, is always important for a community and a school district. Maybe the team, under the direction of head coach Tony Becerra, didn’t need to win Sunday’s game, a 28-14 victory over Chenango Forks, to hold a special place in Pleasantville’s heart.
But 10 years, 20 years, 50 years from now, future generations of students and players will always look up to the 2017 Pleasantville High School football team and see that with hard work, sacrifice and teamwork almost anything is achievable.
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By Martin WilburA serious injury about six years ago
helped change Tasia Sabatino’s life and career path.
Sabatino was recovering from a torn ulnar collateral ligament in her elbow suffered during her high-intensity cross-fit training that she was doing at the time. While undergoing physical therapy, a friend convinced her to accompany her for a hot yoga session, where the room is heated to about 95 degrees.
Never having participated in yoga before, Sabatino was hesitant at first but decided to give it a try.
“I said I’m not like calm, I don’t know if I could do it,” she recalled. “I did it and I was addicted. I didn’t do any more physical therapy. I said let me use the vinyasa as my PT.”
Sabatino was quickly transformed into a yoga enthusiast, and loved it so much that she went from a regular practitioner to becoming a certified instructor, specializing in working with athletes.
On Friday, she will open her own studio,
Rebel Yoga, at 653 Commerce St. in Thornwood, a few minutes from where she grew up and from where she now lives in Hawthorne.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned veteran, man or woman, young or old, anyone will be suited to the 26 weekly classes. The 1,400-square-foot space will contain both hot yoga and the more conventional yoga at a regular room temperature of about 70 degrees. Each session is one hour.
Sabatino, 30, an entrepreneur at heart – she has also developed her own line of skin care products – wasn’t aware of any venues in the immediate area offering hot yoga, so she decided to make the leap and open her own place.
“Being in the community I’d either have to drive 20 minutes south to practice hot yoga or I don’t really know. There’s really few places around here,” Sabatino said. “So I said, you know what, I already have a skin care line, so I’m very entrepreneurial, I want to open my own space. It’s going to happen. I want to have my own space that I can create for people in the community, and
again, having that space for people to come in and relieve their everyday stresses.”
Rebel Yoga refers to her own custom-made repertoire. It offers a full-body strength vinyasa flow but there’s an emphasis on body awareness, correct alignment and injury prevention. The sessions are designed to incorporate strengthening muscle and joint movements, which can prevent injuries.
Aside from dreaming about having her own business, there were other factors that led Sabatino to this point. After graduating from Westlake High School and a brief stint at art school, Sabatino trained to become a massage therapist, which has helped her in her yoga instruction because she was already familiar with the body, its alignment and how it works.
Sabatino, who was found to have ADHD in third grade which impacted her academic performance, has always had the desire to
help others.“I wasn’t much of a school person,” she
said. “I was like I can’t go to school and be a doctor. I don’t think I want to be a doctor, and my mom has always been into natural remedies and I was like strong with massage. I could help people feel better, so I kind of just fell into it.”
Sabatino said when she began taking yoga classes regularly, she noticed that it also helped her focus in addition to being good exercise. Going through school was difficult but she believes it helped her develop other strengths and interests, which includes her creativity, natural business acumen and common sense.
“I would read an entire book and not know what I read,” Sabatino said. “I think they always said your biggest strengths are your biggest weaknesses. So, I think I kind of played on my strengths to get by and I was always a very hands-on, visual learner.”
Sabatino is completely focused on making Rebel Yoga a fixture in the community and to capitalize on yoga’s popularity and a growing desire to focus on health and wellness. She will be the primary instructor at the start. There will be three one-hour classes in the morning from 7 to 10:30 a.m. and two in the evening from 5:45 to and 8 p.m.
“I’m very excited. It still seems very surreal to me,” Sabatino said. “I think it’s going to feel surreal for a long time. It’s a dream come true, really.”
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Just recently when I referred to the Collyer brothers with a young couple, I was surprised to find that they were unaware of the reference.
For anyone else who hasn’t heard of that famous name associated with hoarding in the home, it was an historic case dating to 1947 involving the deaths of two eccentric brothers who lost their lives as the result of hoarding in their mansion at Fifth Avenue and 128th Street in Manhattan.
The obsessive duo had collected and hoarded books, furniture, musical instruments and myriad other items, with booby traps set up in corridors and doorways to ensnare intruders. Ultimately, those booby traps contributed to their own demise. When their home was emptied after their deaths, more than 140 tons of items were removed.
It has been many years since I encountered a genuine case of hoarding. Early in my real estate career, I encountered what had to be one of the most severe cases in Westchester. It was truly bizarre, where the collected junk extended beyond the house into the front and back yards, which had
been encircled with chain-link fencing. There was just a very narrow path through the front yard leading to the front door and, once the door was pushed open, a visitor could only stand and look beyond the accumulated piles of junk into the rooms. There were also cats and dogs in the house, which were not properly tended to, so the smell was unbearable.
To my amazement, the house, which was priced well below market value, sold quickly and a brave soul, a contractor, tackled the job and turned the disaster into a
winning starter home. It was put on the market for rental, and I knew the family that lived there quite happily as its first residents.
It may seem an extreme statement to say that lives can be lost through hoarding, but indeed it happened not long ago in my hometown. A fire broke out in a house and firefighters were unable to access a bedroom because the hallway was blocked with hoarded belongings. The homeowner perished.
I raise this topic because of an ad I from Bill Pope of Spotless Cleaning, whom I had once hired for carpet
cleaning. In the ad, he noted that he had added de-cluttering, including from hoarding, to his mix of services.
“In the past few years, I’ve seen maybe 10 cases of extreme hoarding in this area,” Pope said, “but more and more, we have customers coming to us, asking for help in de-cluttering and organizing. One of our people, my wife actually, visits clients on a regular basis to help them cope with organizing things and letting go.”
And therein lies the difference, according to psychologists, between hoarders and those who clutter. Hoarders can’t let go of things, but those who clutter can let go if they set up a routine.
The Popes seem to be experts on organization. Their website, www.spotlesscleaningsystems.com, contains information on organizing the home. The first advisory is to start with a small success, adjusting the big (cluttered) picture downward to focus on one small, solvable problem like clearing a single drawer or de-cluttering a shelf that has been nagging at you.
One small success can bring motivation for the long haul.
Interestingly, Pope relates clutter tolerance to a fever cycle, much like the flu. Sometimes the cluttered household will become intolerable, prompting a
fiery but ultimately short-lived anti-cluttering effort.
“Just as clutter arises gradually, over time, it must be fought gradually and over time,” he said. “It requires building new habits, applying new organizational methods and creating new household routines. The clutter cure takes time and can’t be shortened.
“It’s like the fable of the tortoise and the hare,” Pope continued, “slow and steady wins the de-clutter race.”
I am so happy that I can pass on this information about support for those who have a problem. I remember many years ago when I first started writing this column, I received an anonymous call from a woman who sounded desperate, saying she was aware that she needed help in this area. At the time, there was scant information I could give her for consultation.
For those who may be having issues with clutter or hoarding, give Spotless Cleaning Systems a call for a consultation at 914-225-6449.
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Chappaqua Cares, an organization dedicated to connecting local residents with philanthropic opportunities for volunteering, fundraising and donating, will hold its third annual Empty Bowls Westchester event on Sunday, Dec. 3 to fight hunger in Westchester County.
The fundraiser, which includes an auction of bowls signed by celebrities, including President Bill Clinton, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Hamilton’s Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bette Midler, the cast of “Hello, Dolly,” Pinkalicious and New York Mets players, will take place at Crabtree’s Kittle House from 5 to 8 p.m.
This year’s event will benefit five area nonprofit organizations that help feed families in northern Westchester: the Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry,
the Community Center of Northern Westchester, the Pleasantville Interfaith Emergency Food Pantry, Hillside Food Outreach and the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester.
Event tickets are $150 and can be purchased online at www.chappaquacares.org/empty-bowls. For more information about sponsorship opportunities and donations, contact Empty Bowls Westchester at [email protected] or on Facebook at EmptyBowlsWestchester and Twitter @chappaquacares.
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This SaturdayThe Mount Kisco Chamber of
Commerce Merchant Committee last week announced the launch of the new Love Where You Live #SHOPKISCO program this weekend kicking off with a raffle involving 30 participating local merchants.
The program, which begins this Saturday, Dec. 2, will be an ongoing initiative by participating brick-and-mortar merchants designed to encourage the Mount Kisco community to discover retail establishments in the village.
When customers shop at any of the participating stores in town from Dec. 2-9, they will be entered to win a group of gift cards from multiple businesses in the village.
Participating merchants will have the #SHOPKISCO logo displayed in their storefronts.
“This campaign is about a community of merchants uniting for the betterment of our business district,” said Dawn-Marie Manwaring, owner of beehive designer collective and chair of the Merchant Committee. “As stakeholders who care very much about this town, we’ve put our heads together to create a promotion that will incentivize consumers to learn about and patronize the many retail gems in Mount Kisco.”
Beyond the initial campaign launching on Saturday, #SHOPKISCO will be an ongoing program that will roll out other initiatives in 2018. For additional information, visit www.mtkiscochamber.com.
A bowl signed by President Bill Clinton will be one of the many signed by various celebrities for the third annual Empty Bowls Westchester fundraiser this Sunday. The event, held by Chappaqua Cares, fights food insecurity.
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Burns Unveils Impressive New Romanian Films in Upcoming SeriesBy Neal Rentz
Movie lovers who are seeking an alternative to typical multiplex fare have a chance to see films they may not be able to view elsewhere starting this week at the Jacob Burns Film Center.
Making Waves: New Romanian Cinema 2017, scheduled for Nov. 30 through Dec. 7, has been organized by series curator Mihai Chirilov, the artistic director of the Transilvania International Film Festival. The series is presented in partnership with the Romanian Film Initiative and BAMcinématek.
Chirilov is a self-described “passionate promoter of the new Romanian cinema.”
“In 2010, given the already high visibility of the Romanian cinema in America, the Jacob Burns Film Center invited me to curate an extended program of Romanian films that was very popular here,” said Chirilov, who created the Romanian Festival in New York City in 2006 and continues with his involvement in that event. “That success triggered the annual presence of Making Waves.”
This year’s series includes one short and eight full-length films. Opening night features “6.9 on the Richter Scale,” directed by Nae Caranfil. Chirilov said he chose the movie to open the series “because it is the most atypical film coming from Romania in a long time,” an exotic musical with dark comedic overtones in the tradition of films
directed by the celebrated Billy Wilder.Chirilov said Caranfil successfully opened
Making Waves at the Burns several years ago with his sparkling costume drama “Closer to the Moon.”
“I am actually curious how the American audience who usually love musicals will click to this unusual proposal,” Chirilov said.
He said another favorite film in this year’s series is the lone short, “Written//Unwritten,” from director Adrian Silisteanu, which will be paired on Dec. 6 with the feature, “The Last Kalderash,” directed by Cosmin Bumbut
and Elena Stancu. Silisteanu will participate in a question-and-answer session hosted by Chirilov following that evening’s screening.
Chirilov said he admires the 20-minute “Written/Unwritten” because it deals “with the excruciating ordeal of a family facing state authority and its crushing bureaucracy. It’s simply gripping.”
He also has a soft spot for one of the documentaries, “Cabbage, Potatoes and Other Demons.” The non-fiction film, directed by Serban Georgescu and scheduled for a Dec. 5 screening, contains
comic absurdity that might remind moviegoers of “Super Size Me.”
Though contemporary Romanian films do not have the box office appeal of Hollywood blockbusters among American audiences, Romanian cinema has a prominent place in today’s film world, Chirilov said. After a long absence on the international circuit, the new generation of filmmakers have forged a successful path over the past decade, Chirilov said.
“The radical aesthetics proved very appealing as most films were true to life, almost documentary-like, refusing any form of artificiality and conventions,” he said.
The fall of communism in the late 1980s has also influenced much of contemporary Romanian cinema, Chirilov said. Many of today’s directors experienced communism in their youth and now have the experience and perspective to explore its consequences, which still impacts Romania today.
“For viewers who never experienced a Communist regime but curious to find out what that really meant, these films provided the most accurate insight,” Chirilov said.
Call 914-747-5555 or visit www.burnsfilmcenter.org for more information, including ticket prices and the full schedule for Making Waves: New Romanian Cinema 2017. The Jacob Burns Film Center is located at 364 Manville Rd. in Pleasantville.
JACOB BURNS FILM CENTER PHOTOThe opening night feature for this year’s renewal of the Jacob Burns Film Center’s Making Waves: New Romanian Cinema series, “6.9 on the Richter Scale,” is directed by Nae Caranfil. The series is scheduled to run from Nov. 30 through Dec. 7.
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By Colette ConnollyFinding a trustworthy financial adviser
is often a difficult task, but DiVestea Wealth Partners of Raymond James, a new firm that moved to Mount Kisco four months ago, new and current clients can be sure they’re in good hands.
Under the watchful eye of the firm’s experienced team of Managing Director/Senior Vice President of Investments Joseph DiVestea, financial adviser Mark Mezzone and Senior Client Service Associate Maureen Macomber, DiVestea Wealth Partners is committed to offering clients a comprehensive wealth management plan regardless of their backgrounds.
The company, which operates out of the space formerly occupied by Churchills of Mount Kisco clothing store on South Moger Avenue, helps clients to pursue their financial goals to plan for the future.
DiVestea, a 26-year finance
professional, including nine years with Merrill Lynch and 17 years at Smith Barney, said he helps clients set realistic goals according to their needs.
Whether it’s planning to set money aside for education, helping the 55- to 70-year-old client accumulate enough in their portfolio to retire or estate planning, DiVestea said financial planning doesn’t have to be as difficult as many people think it is.
“Complicated matters made simple – that is our ultimate goal, the mission that drives us,” he said.
The team at DiVestea Wealth Partners gets to know prospective clients through a combination of questionnaires and face-to-face meetings. The aim is to develop a strong understanding of each client’s personal goals, current financial situation, investment experience and tolerance for risk.
“The idea is to create long-lasting relationships with them through
different cycles of their lives,” DiVestea explained.
Designing a fully customized plan for clients’ short- and long-term goals is routine procedure. Specific account types and investment products are chosen to meet clients’ needs. Once a plan is in place, each client’s portfolio is carefully monitored.
Clients who experience life changes such as the birth of a child, marriage or taking on a new job are expected to let the advisers know because those can impact
a personal financial plan, Mezzone said.DiVestea, a North Salem resident, said
the firm is adept at providing financial advice to a large cross-section of people, including business owners, corporate executives, families, healthcare professionals and retirees.
Clients who sign up with DiVestea Wealth Partners will receive advice on general planning criteria, as well as investment, risk analysis and tax and estate planning.
While the services for each type of client will differ, DiVestea said effective communication and mutual respect are essential to a successful partnership.
“It’s important to understand that our recommendations are always based on the client’s best interest and that all investment tax, estate and insurance advice will be based on the information that our clients provide us,” DiVestea said.
Mezzone, a Carmel native, said the firm’s services are provided to clients on a case-by-case basis.
“We try to come up with unique plans according to each clients’ individual needs,” he said.
DiVestea Wealth Partners of Raymond James is located at 41 S. Moger Ave. in Mount Kisco. For more information, call 914-689-3608 or visit www.raymondjames.com/divesteawealthpartners.
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State Park Preserve’s ecological stewardship team by digging up invasive plants while learning about the ecology of the park and Westchester County. The stewards will be teaching every step of the way. Bring your questions. No experience necessary. Rockefeller State Park Preserve courtyard, 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville. 10 a.m. Free. RSVP required. Info and RSVP: E-mail Julia at [email protected].
Baby Time. A fun interactive lap-sit story time that includes songs, rhymes and a few very short stories. The experience gives babies an opportunity to socialize and parents a time to share. Recommended for newborns through 12 months old. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 10 to 10:30 a.m. Free. Every Monday and Wednesday. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Ambassadors for Successful Aging. Are you aware of the benefits available to you as a Westchester County senior? Information can be provided to you on housing, home care, transportation options, counseling options, memory care, nutrition, vision and dental services along with SNAP, HEAP, EPIC and STAR and other programs that can save you money and help you plan for the future. Feel free to discuss a Westchester County “ambassador.” No appointment necessary. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Every Wednesday. Also Mondays at the North White Plains branch, 10 Clove Rd., North White Plains. Info: 914-273-3887 or 914-948-6359.
New Mommy and Daddy Meet-Up. Whether it’s your first child or your fifth, this is a great way to get out of the house, meet new friends and enjoy time with
your baby. World Cup Nursery School, 160 Hunts Lane, Chappaqua. 10:25 to 11:10 a.m. Free. Every Wednesday. Info: 914-238-9267 ext. 20.
Adult Coloring Club. It’s a relaxing, analog stress-reducer that can give you a sense of accomplishment. Coloring also provides a creative outlet to people who may not be trained artists. The library provides colored pencils and intricate mandala patterns, just bring your creativity. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk. 10:30 a.m. Free. Every Wednesday. Info: 914-273-3887 or www.northcastlelibrary.org.
Toddler Storytime. Finger plays, action rhymes, songs and stories to encourage an enjoyment of books and to stimulate early listening, learning and speaking skills. Recommended for children one to two-and-a-half years old. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 10:30 to 11 a.m. Free. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Senior Benefits Information Center. Counselors offer older adults one-on-one counseling covering a broad range of topics including Medicare health and prescription plans, food stamps, HEAP, EPIC, weatherization, minor home repair and tax relief programs. Mount Kisco Public Library, 100 Main St., Mount Kisco. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free. Every Wednesday. Info: 914-231-3260.
Preschool Storytime. This interactive story time uses picture books, songs, finger plays, action rhymes and other activities to encourage the enjoyment of books and language. Recommended for children two-and-a-half to five years old. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 11 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Storytime. For children 18 months to five years old. Mount Kisco Public Library, 100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. Free. Every Wednesday and Thursday. Info: Visit 914-666-8041 or www.mountkiscolibrary.org.
Meditation Series: Midday Mind Break. Benefits of meditation include increasing focus and memory; increased health; reduced stress, anxiety and pain; and increased productivity and happiness. Led by Alka Kaminer. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd., East, Armonk. 12:15 p.m. Free. Info: 914-273-3887 or www.northcastlelibrary.com.
Medicare Consulting. James Shelly, certified by the Centers for Medicare Services, will be on hand to answer Medicare questions so you can make informed choices. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Free. Also Saturdays from 10
a.m. to noon. Info: 914-273-3887 or www.northcastlelibrary.org.
Chair Yoga With Alka Kaminer. Experience greater flexibility, cardiovascular endurance and improved balance, strengthening and toning of muscles, better digestion, stress reduction, mental clarity, improved breathing, relaxation and an overall sense of well-being. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk. 1 p.m. Free. Info: 914-273-3887.
Author Talk. Judy Aydelott, author of “Sport of a Lifetime: Enduring Personal Stories From Tennis,” will discuss her interviews with tennis greats, including Gardnar Mulloy and John Newcombe. Chappaqua Public Library, 195 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua. 2 p.m. Free. Info: 914-238-4779 or www.chappaqualibrary.org.
Knitting at the Library. Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels. For ages 10 and up. Mount Kisco Public Library, 100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 4 p.m. Free. Every Wednesday. Info: 914-864-8041 or www.mountkiscolibrary.org.
Art Series: William Wegman and Germaine Krull. In contrast to the humorous work of contemporary artist Wegman, we will also look at the intensely charged images of Krull, who was born in Germany in 1897. Her collections of images from India, Thailand and the Congo remain as striking today as they were when she created them. Discussion led by Professor Valerie Franco. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk. 7 p.m. Free. Info: 914-273-3887.
Separation/Divorce Support Group. A new group for men and women separated, in the process of separating or post-divorce. Establishes a safe place where attendees can deal with the pain and loneliness brought about by the ending of a significant relationship. This nondenominational group will use the 12 Steps to focus on its members and the choices made to cope and adjust. Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 15 S. Bedford Rd., Mount Kisco. $10. Every Wednesday. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Info: Contact Ilene Amiel at 914-980-0898 or e-mail [email protected] or visit www.meetup.com/Mount-Kisco-12-step-Separation-Divorce-Support-Meetup.
rhymes, songs and stories to encourage an enjoyment of books and to stimulate early listening, learning and speaking skills. Recommended for children one to two-and-a-half years old. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 125 Lozza Drive, Valhalla. 10:30 to 11 a.m. Free. Every Tuesday and Thursday. Info: 914-741-0276 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Preschool Storytime. This interactive story time uses picture books, songs, finger
plays, action rhymes and other activities to encourage the enjoyment of books and language. Recommended for children two-and-a-half to five years old. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 125 Lozza Drive, Valhalla. 11 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Every Tuesday and Thursday. Info: 914-741-0276 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Mahjongg Club. Intermediate players welcome. Participants must bring their own set. Henry V. Kensing Memorial Library, 100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 1 p.m. Free. Every Thursday. Info: 914-666-8041 or www.mountkiscolibrary.org.
Storytime Playgroup. Come hear a story and music and join in on playtime with toys and books. Children, parents and caregivers will make new friends and share time together. For children one to four years old; with a caregiver. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 2 to 2:45 p.m. Free. Every Thursday. Info: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Gaming Old School. Join old school gaming enthusiasts to play board games like a kid again. Open to all ages. Mount Kisco Public Library, 100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 4 to 5:30 p.m. Free. Every Thursday. Info: 914-666-8041 or www.mountkiscolibrary.org.
Read to Rover. Dogs love listening to stories. Come meet Rover and read your favorite story. For children five years old and up. Mount Kisco Public Library, 100 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Free. Every Thursday. Info: 914-666-8041 or www.mountkiscolibrary.org.
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland. Entertainment, the “Santa Experience,” unlimited skating, rides, a dazzling light show and more. Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla. 5 to 9 p.m. $13. Thursdays through Sundays through Dec. 17, then daily through Dec. 31 (except for Dec. 24 and 25). Thursdays from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday 5 to 10 p.m. Info and tickets: Visit WWinterWonderland.com.
English as a Second Language Class. Strengthen your English skills through pronunciation exercises, grammar exercises and conversation practice. All are welcome to participate in these informal small English Language Learner group classes. The friendly, flexible yet structured setting is ideal for those who want to improve their English communication skills. Led by Stacey Fields. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk. 7 p.m. Free. Every Thursday. Info: 914-273-3887 or www.northcastlelibrary.org.
A Woman’s Night Out Celebration and Fundraiser for Kids in Need. Heavenly Productions Foundation’s annual event to raise funds for children in need and distress. Come and join a night of
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celebration while dining on inventive new American dishes and eclectic global favors served in a country house-chic setting. The evening includes wine, beer and soda, light fare, which includes passed warm hors d’oeuvres, meatballs and stations of antipasto platter, an array of cheeses, prosciutto, olives, peppers, crudité, farm veggies and dips, Mediterranean platter with hummus, falafels and desserts. There will also be a spectacular silent auction and raffles. Café of Love, 38 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 7 to 9:30 p.m. $100. Info and tickets: E-mail [email protected] or visit www.eventbrite.com/e/a-womans-night-out-of-celebration-raising-funds-for-kids-in-need-tickets-38344812366.
Classic Albums Live Presents The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band 50th Anniversary. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the iconic album, Classic Albums Live will re-create the masterpiece live on stage – note for note, cut for cut – plus additional hits from the band’s celebrated catalogue. Founded in 2003 by Craig Martin, Classic Albums Live has become the ultimate destination for music lovers wanting to hear the greatest albums performed live without all the gimmickry and cheesy impersonations. Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St., Tarrytown. 8 p.m. $30, $35 and $40. Info and tickets: Visit www.tarrytownmusichall.org.
Friday, Dec. 1Junior League of Westchester-on-
Hudson 2017 Holiday Boutique. A one-stop shopping destination featuring more than 60 purveyors of unique, fine quality gifts that include clothing, jewelry, handbags, accessories, toys, art, home goods, hostess gifts and gourmet food items. Lyndhurst Castle’s Carriage House, 635 S. Broadway, Tarrytown. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10. (Tickets only available at the door). Also Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: Visit www.jlwoh.org.
Zumba. Low-impact Zumba with Amy. A great dance fitness workout for those who like to sweat, sizzle and tone while moving to the beat of exhilarating rhythms with a low impact/high intensity approach. A perfect class for those who need to protect vulnerable body parts such as knees, shoulders and back. Try a free trial class. Addie-tude Dance Center, 42 Memorial Plaza (lower level), Pleasantville. 11 a.m. to noon. Drop-in rate: $12. Every Friday. Also Tuesdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Info: Call or text the instructor at 914-643-6162.
Christmas Tree Sale. The North White Plains Fire Company No. 1 will once again be selling Christmas trees as a fundraising event. North White Plains Firehouse, 621 N. Broadway, North White Plains. 4 to 8 p.m. Trees are priced according to size and type while supplies last. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 23.
Fridays from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Info: 914-949-3575 or e-mail [email protected].
Country Line Dance. Dancing followed by a complete dinner. All proceeds to go to the scholarship fund at Fox Lane High School and New York Boys’ State. Moses Taylor American Legion Post 136, 1 Legion Way, Mount Kisco. 7 to 11 p.m. $15 per person. First Friday of every month. Info: 914-241-0136.
WCC Film Series: “A Brilliant Young Mind.” In a world difficult to comprehend, this true story about Nathan, who struggles to connect with people, most of all his loving mother. When he is taken under the wing of an unconventional and anarchic teacher, the pair forge an unusual friendship and Nathan’s talents win him a place on the UK team at the International Mathematics Olympiad. The last of six Friday evening screenings. Westchester Community College’s Gateway Center, Davis Auditorium, 75 Grasslands Rd., Valhalla. Doors open at 7:10 p.m. Refreshments at 7:20 p.m. Screening at 7:45 p.m. $11. Seniors: $10. Info and tickets: 914-723-3186.
Westchester All-Stars-Christmas For Veterans. The sixth annual veterans charity holiday concert features Vanilla Fudge, celebrating their 50th anniversary; Gene Cornish of The Rascals, legendary rock drummer Carmine Appice, Kristen Capolino, Vaneese Thomas, Bill Edwards, MaryAnn Renza, Scott Staton and Tom
Dudley, Duchess Di and Dave Keys, and an incredible band. This amazing night of music will raise funds and awareness for our true American heroes. There will also be a special visit from Santa. All proceeds will be distributed between veterans organizations such as Veterans Adaptive Sports, Disabled Americans Chapter 144 and Friends o Fallen Heroes NY, all nonprofit organizations. Paramount Hudson Valley, 1008 Brown St., Peekskill. 7:30 p.m. $35, $50 and $100. Info and tickets: 914-739-0030 or visit www.paramounthudsonvalley.com.
Garrison Keillor With Robin and Linda Williams. Keillor, who began his radio career as a freshman at the University of Minnesota, went to work for Minnesota Public Radio in 1969, and from July 6, 1974, through July 1, 2016, he created and hosted his popular variety show, “A Prairie Home Companion.” Keillor has been honored with Grammy, ACE and George Foster Peabody awards, the National Humanities Medal, and election to the American Academy of Arts and Letters. For more than four decades, Robin and Linda Williams have made it their mission to perform the music that they love, a robust blend of bluegrass, folk, old-time and acoustic country that combines wryly observant lyrics with a wide-ranging melodicism. Tarrytown Music Hall, 13 Main St., Tarrytown. 8 p.m. $58, $68 and $78. Info and tickets: Visit www.tarrytownmusichall.org.
By Anna YoungEducational therapist Robert
Bernstein has spent years benefiting the lives of adults and children with Asperger syndrome by playing table tennis.
The Ardsley resident founded the Table Tennis Therapy Program at the Westchester Table Tennis Center in Pleasantville in 2011 using a cognitive approach to help students recognize social cues and advance social interactions to improve their condition.
With people on the autism spectrum often lacking social awareness and displaying repetitive action or speech, Bernstein said his main goal was to break his students of any developed patterns and change their way of thinking.
“Table tennis is probably the best way I can think of to get kids to change their obsessive nature,” Bernstein said. “If the kid is serving the ball to me, he’s not taking in my point of view and I’ll ask them to wait until I’m ready. These kids are so automatic that it might take them five or seven times to stop, think and
reflect to see what I’m doing, and now I’m changing their thinking patterns and breaking that pattern.”
Bernstein, who grew up playing the sport with his father, said table tennis was the perfect treatment for the Asperger’s community. The game provides awareness, critical thinking, strategic learning and dynamic communicative situations.
“You can understand so much from another person playing the game. It’s real insight into that person’s personality,” he said. “I can set up a situation where there is a built-in social part of the game and it’s exactly what these kids need. It was absolutely perfect for my approach to education and to getting these kids better.”
Throughout his sessions, Bernstein works on improving their attitude by acknowledging their accomplishments instead of their failures. If a student’s focus improves throughout a session, he will then encourage that student to apply the same focus at school.
While Bernstein believes his form of recreational therapy is the only one
of its kind, he said it’s uplifting to see his students socially interact and build awareness for others throughout the sessions.
“Table tennis is a really powerful
pill to use for these kids and there’s a lot of other things that are therapeutic with how they have to be respectful to the other person and give the person credit,” Bernstein said.
Bernstein, who has a private practice in Dobbs Ferry, compiled his research and hands-on expertise into a book that he hopes parents will use to improve their child’s life. The book, “Uniquely Normal: Tapping into the Reservoir of Normalcy to Treat Autism,” presents the cases of 27 students that go against the Applied Behavioral Analysis treatment for autism and highlights his lifelong approach to overcoming the disorder. It was due to be released on Monday.
“My method is a cognitive approach that looks at how the child’s mind functions and brings sparks of normalcy to the surface as a way to treat the underlying causes of problematic behavior,” Bernstein said. “I want the book to help parents in their everyday life.”
To contact Robert Bernstein, call 914-330-3393, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.autismspeech.com.
Therapist Uses Table Tennis to Reach Students With Asperger’s
Educational therapist Robert Bernstein founded the Table Tennis Therapy Program at the Westchester Table Tennis Center in Pleasantville to help students with Asperger syndrome.
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“Liar.” The Armonk Players present this adaptation of Pierre Corneille’s 17th century farce “Le Menteur.” Hours after arriving in Paris, the charismatic Dorante is smitten by a pair of lovely young ladies and confounded by a case of mistaken identity. Not to worry, this scoundrel is handsome, charming – and a pathological liar. He wins admirers wherever he goes, so long as he never has to tell the truth. Experience an outrageous chain of events involving intricate misunderstandings, hilarious fabrications and complicated lies in this delightfully ingenious and irreverent update of a classic French romp. Whippoorwill Hall, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk. 8 p.m. Adults: $20. Students (18 and under): $10. Also Dec. 2, 7, 8 and 9 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 3 at 4 p.m. Info and tickets: Visit www.ArmonkPlayers.org.
The Old Mill Singers Celebrate the Holidays. Come watch and listen as the Old Mill Singers perform many of your favorite holiday tune, including “Home for the Holidays,” “White Christmas,” “Winter Wonderland,” “Hanukkah Shalom.” and many more. Clear View School, 480 Albany Post Rd., Briarcliff Manor. 8 p.m. $15. Seniors (65 and up): $12. Children (under 12): $5. Also Dec. 2. Info and tickets: Visit www.oldmillsingers.org.
Saturday, Dec. 2Pleasantville Farmers Market. The
largest, year-round farmers market in Westchester, and the one voted “Best of Westchester” from 2014 to 2017. With over 40 vendors participating in the indoor market, the delicious good time continues. Pleasantville Middle School cafeteria, 40 Romer Ave., Pleasantville. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through March 31, 2018. Info: Visit www.pleasantvillefarmersmarket.org.
Children’s Art Workshop. The Mamaroneck Artists Guild is hosting a new monthly series of children’s art workshops. This month is a holiday ornament making workshop. Recommended for children 5 to 12 years old; younger children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Mamaroneck Artists Guild, 126 Larchmont Ave., Larchmont. 9:30 a.m. $15 donation. The first Saturday of each month through July 2018. Info: 914-834-1117 or visit www.mamaroneckartistsguild.org.
Hoff-Barthelson Annual Holiday Music Festival and Holiday Boutique. The Friends of Hoff-Barthelson Music School usher in the holiday season with the annual holiday festival and boutique. Visitors will find boutique shopping, raffles, a mini silent auction of tickets to Broadway shows, concerts and sporting events, fabulous international cuisine and music performed by the School’s stellar ensembles. Fun for the entire family, the festival is open to the public. Hoff-
Barthelson Music School, 25 School Lane, Scarsdale. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Also Dec. 3. Info: 914-723-1169, www.hbms.org or e-mail [email protected].
Christmas Fair. More than 15 vendors will be selling gift baskets, beautifully decorated wreaths, decorations and gifts for everyone on your shopping list. United Methodist Church of Mount Kisco, 300 E. Main St., Mount Kisco. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission and parking. Info: 914-666-5014 or e-mail [email protected].
Holiday Train Show. Train lovers of all ages will love the HO gauge model trains on display among replicas of area landmarks. Courtesy of the Yonkers Model Railroad Club. Members of the club will be on hand to answer questions. Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scarsdale. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular admission. Also Dec. 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17. Info: 914-723-3470 or visit www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
Practice Tai Chi With Larry Atille. Learn specific feldenkrais and chi kung breathing techniques for deep relaxation and apply them to tai chi movement. This is a hands-on class that will be geared to the level of experience of the class and challenge all participants. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a floor mat or towel. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East. Armonk. 10:30 a.m. Free. Every Saturday. Info: 914-273-3887.
Musical Munchkins. An interactive music program using multicultural inspired instruments, drumming, movement, multi-language songs, pretend play, favorite story books and singalong songs. The program will also include holiday and seasonal songs and activities. For children two to five years old. Mount Pleasant Public Library, 350 Bedford Rd., Pleasantville. 11 to 11:45 a.m. Free. Registration required. Info and registration: 914-769-0548 or www.mountpleasantlibrary.org.
Adult Salsa Class. Addie-Tude Performing Arts Center, 42 Memorial Plaza (lower level), Pleasantville. 11 a.m. to noon. Free. $12. Every Saturday. Also Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Info: 917-215-1720 or visit www.addie-tude.com.
Teaching Trails: A Community Path for Environmental Education. Join guided trail experience through the woodland forest. Discover who left that track, which tree makes the best animal home or which plant makes its own heat. Program runs about 30 minutes. Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore Rd., Scarsdale. 11:30 a.m. Free. Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 17. Info: 914-723-3470 or visit www.greenburghnaturecenter.org.
“Peter Pan Jr.” The Clocktower Players presents this show to delight the child in all of us. The Clocktower Kids Troupe,
comprised of children in grades 1-4, perform this timeless musical to whisk you away to a place where dreams are born and no one ever grows up. Directed by Jennifer Jonas, choreography by Jesse Pellegrino and produced by Cagle McDonald and Rene O’Neal. Irvington Town Hall Theater, 85 Main St., Irvington. 12:30 p.m. $20. $15 for online sales. (Ticket prices increase by $3 if purchased at the door.) Also Dec. 3. Info and tickets: 914-591-6602 or visit www.irvingtontheater.com.
Celebrate Diwali: The Colorful Hindu Festival of Lights. Diwali, Hindu Festival of Lights, returns as part of the Pelham Art Center’s Folk Arts Series. This colorful and festive event includes an ancient Indian classical dance performance, traditional hands-on art workshops and receive Mehendi henna body art from artist Manjula Kandaswamy. Dancer Liza Joseph will present Mohiniyattam dance from the state of Kerala, India. She will also teach a few of the simple hand gestures and footwork so the audience can join in. Pelham Art Center, 155 Fifth Ave., Pelham. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Free. Info: 914-738-2525 or visit www.pelhamartcenter.org.
Wolves of North America. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why it’s a special time for packs in North America. Whether the wolves are living on the Arctic tundra or the woodlands of the southwest, wolf families are out searching for prey as their pups prepare for their first winter season. Guests will visit ambassador wolves Atka, Alawa, Nikai and Zephyr and the critically endangered red wolves and Mexican gray wolves. Wolf Conservation Center, South Salem. 2 p.m. Adults: $14. Children (under 12): $11. Also Dec. 3 at 1:30 p.m., Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. and Dec. 27, 29, 30 and 31 at 11 a.m. Pre-registration required. Info and pre-registration: 914-763-2373 or visit www.nywolf.org.
Author Talk. Archeologist and educator Peter Feinman, author of “Jerusalem Throne Games: The Battle of Bible Stories After the Death of David,” explores the political battle for power to succeed David as expressed through stories beginning with the Book of Genesis. Chappaqua Public Library, 195 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua. 3 p.m. Free. Info: 914-238-4779 or www.chappaqualibrary.org.
Holiday Singalong. Associate conductor Davis Knoblauch leads The Chappaqua Orchestra in this annual holiday event followed by the New Castle Historical Society’s tree light at the Horace Greeley House. Robert E. Bell Middle School, 50 Senter St., Chappaqua. 3:30 p.m. Free. Tree light at the Horace Greeley House at 100 King St. at 4:30 p.m. Info: Visit www.chappaquaorchestra.org.
Evening Howl for Adults. Enjoy visiting the wolves during their favorite hour – dusk. Learn about the mythology,
biology and ecology of wolves in North America while enjoying a lovely spread of wine and cheese. Take a short sunset hike to howl with ambassador wolves Atka, Alawa, Nikai and Zephyr and behold the critically endangered red wolves and Mexican wolves. For adults 21 years old and up. Wolf Conservation Center, South Salem. 5 p.m. $20. Also Dec. 16 at 5 p.m. and Dec. 29 at 5:30 p.m. Pre-registration required. Info and pre-registration: Visit www.nywolf.org.
Dance Party! The Rock & Soul Revue. A good, old hip-shaking holiday dance party with The Rock & Soul Revue. Led by keyboardist Ray Castoldi, since its founding in 2005, the band strives to promote community, fun and self-expression through music. Includes a repertoire of Motown, Stax/Volt soul, New Orleans funk and other classics that makes you want to get on down. Common Ground Coffeehouse at the First Unitarian Society of Westchester, 25 Old Jackson Ave., Hastings. 7:30 p.m. $18. Info and tickets: Visit www.commongroundfusw.com.
“Fractured Family Tales.” Ossining’s Westchester Collaborative Theater presents its fall 2017 mainstage production and the premiere performance of four compelling one acts that tackle today’s trending topics through the lens of the family dynamic. The quartet offers an engrossing blend of hilarious farce, dark comedy, poignant lyricism and gut-wrenching drama, written by local award-winning playwrights and directed by celebrated NYU Tisch School of the Arts Professor Nathan Flower, known for his work Off Broadway, abroad and at various actor studios in Manhattan. Talk-back sessions with the playwright and cast will follow the matinee performances. Westchester Collaborative Theater, 23 Water St., Ossining. 8 p.m. $25. Also Dec. 9 at 2 and 8 p.m. Info and tickets: Visit www.wctheater.org.
Sunday, Dec. 3Pack Chat for Kids. This is the best
introduction to wolves for families with young children. Kids will learn about the mythology surrounding wolves and the important role they play in the natural world. Guests will visit ambassador wolves Atka, Alawa, Nikai and Zephyr as well as the critically endangered red wolves and Mexican gray wolves. Wolf Conservation Center, South Salem. 11 a.m. Adults: $14. Children (under 12): $11. Also Dec. 28 at 11 a.m. and Dec. 9 and 30 at 2 p.m. Pre-registration required. Info and pre-registration: 914-763-2373 or visit www.nywolf.org.
Suzanne Farrell Ballet Farewell Tour. Join us for a very special afternoon with The Suzanne Farrell Ballet, which celebrates its final performances this fall. Under the artistic direction of Farrell, George
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Balanchine’s most celebrated muse, it reveals unique insights into Balanchine’s works. With Farrell’s coaching and guidance, the company’s performances reveal the musicality and nuance of Balanchine’s masterful ballets in ways that no other staging can. Concert Hall at Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase. 3 p.m. $32.50, $57.50, $70 and $87.50. Info and tickets: 914-251-6200 or visit www.artscenter.org.
“Tidings of Tap!” Chicago Tap Theatre’s holiday performance. This celebration of joy and love of the American dance form of tap breaks the creative ceiling with innovation and high-octane energy. A memorable family event. Westchester Community College’s Academic Arts Theatre, 75 Grasslands Rd., Valhalla. 3 p.m. $24. Seniors: $22. Children (under 13): $18. Info and tickets: 914-606-6262 or visit www.sunywcc.edu/smartarts. Tickets will also be on sale at the box office 30 minutes before the performance.
Argentine Tango Dances. Great music and dancing on a 3,500-square-foot dance floor. Enjoy a pleasant time with friends. Refreshments served. Broadway 26 Dance, 26 Broadway, Hawthorne. 3 to 6 p.m. $12. Also the third Saturday of each month from 8 p.m. to midnight. $16. Info: 914-725-3023 or 914-484-5101 or e-mail [email protected].
Steffi Nossen Dance Foundation Choreography Showcase. Celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Steffi Nossen School of Dance, the curated collection of dance features emerging and established choreographers. Performing are professional artists from Westchester and the tristate area. New and familiar names will be seen. Included is the work of present and former Steffi Nossen faculty members. Choreographer and dance educator Jessica DiMauro Marks, artistic director of the Steffi Nossen Dance Foundation, is the showcase producer and will be represented on the program by premiering an original solo. Professional companies include Verlezza Dance, Project 44, Tracie Stanfield’s SynthesisDANCE, Erin Dillon & Dancers and ColeLateral Movement Collective. Followed by a post-performance Q&A. Emelin Theatre, 153 Library Lane, Mamaroneck. 4 p.m. $25. Seniors and students: $15. Info: 914-328-1900 or visit www.steffinossen.org. Tickets: Visit www.impactflow.com/event/the-steffi-nossen-choreogrphy-collective-5390.
Full Moon Wolf Walk. Enjoy nature’s winter chatter by the outdoor fire pit with seasonal treats and the symphony of howls from the wolves. Guests will learn about the history of wolves in the United States, the importance of wolves in a healthy ecosystem and the efforts to save these magnificent creatures for future generations. Guests
will also take will take a short moonlit walk to visit ambassador wolves Atka, Alawa, Zephyr and Nikai. Please bring a flashlight. Wolf Conservation Center, South Salem. 4:30 p.m. $20. Pre-registration required. Info and pre-registration: Visit www.nywolf.org.
Salsa Social. Come and learn how to Salsa. A fun and exciting workout. Singles or couples; no partner necessary. Josie’s School of Dance, 42 Memorial Plaza, Level B, Pleasantville. 5 to 9 p.m. Intro lesson at 4:30 p.m. $10 admission. Dinner: $6. The first Sunday of every month. Info: 914-332-8670.
The Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show Featuring Preservation Hall Legacy Horns. Hailed as “gospel titans” by Rolling Stones, the Blind Boys first rose to fame in the segregated south with their thrilling vocal harmonies and roof-raising live show. They released their debut single, “I Can See Everybody’s Mother But Mine,” in 1984. Their career would see them rack up five Grammy Awards (plus one for Lifetime Achievement), enter the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, collaborate with everyone from Mavis Staples and Stevie Wonder to Prince and Lou Reed, and perform on the world’s most prestigious stages. Paramount Hudson Valley, 1008 Brown St., Peekskill. 7 p.m. $43, $53 and $70. Info and tickets: 914-739-0039 or visit www.paramounthudsonvalley.com.
Monday, Dec. 4Master Networker Meeting. Join this
high-energy interactive membership network of learning-based, service-oriented entrepreneurs and business leaders. Come be a guest any Wednesday to learn more about this world-class business training and referral program. 719 Bedford Rd., Bedford Hills (next to ShopRite). 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Free. Every Monday. RSVP suggested. Info and RSVP: Contact Tina Campbell at 914-441-1383 or e-mail [email protected]. or just drop in.
Zumba Fitness. Achieve long-term benefits while having a blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life. For all fitness levels. Dance Emotions, 75 S. Greeley Ave., Chappaqua. Every Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. Drop in or weekly discount rates available. Info: Contact Peggy at 914 960-4097.
Knitting Circle. This group is open to everyone who has an interest in knitting. Live, love, laugh, learn and have fun together during these creative journeys. Come share patterns and ideas and celebrate creative spirits together while enjoying the ancient art of knitting. North Castle Public Library, 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk. 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free. Every Monday and Thursday. Info: 914-273-3887.
Comets and asteroids are ancient balls of rock, metal and ice that have been traveling around our solar system for billions of years. The orbits of some come toward the warmer, inner solar system, where part of that ice melts and pieces the size of grains of sand break off.
From time to time, like a cyclist through a swarm of gnats, Earth plows through pockets of these meteoroids as they travel through space. Some burn up high in Earth’s atmosphere. From the ground, we see them as streaks of light called meteors. Since they’re so small, they burn quickly and are very unlikely to reach the ground as meteorites.
While the bright stars of winter creep into these long nights, we’re making our way closer to the meteoroids left behind by an asteroid with the intoxicating name 3200 Phaethon. Thanks to Phaethon, we’ll be treated to the famous Geminid
meteor shower for most of the first half of December.
Meteor showers are named for their radiant, the part of the sky from which most of the meteors appear to originate. The radiant of the Geminids is the constellation Gemini, the twins.
The Geminids put on quite a show, with as many as 120 meteors per hour possible during its peak during the Dec. 13-14 overnight. This time, the moon will lend a hand by keeping its light to itself and not rising until after
3:30 a.m.To see them,
bundle up, it is December, after all, and head out
after the sun has set and the skies are very dark. Bring along a chair and a friend, and look toward the constellation Gemini. It will be in the middle part of the eastern sky by mid-evening. The stars Castor and Pollux, which represent twins’ faces, are very bright and separated by about the width of two fingers at the end of an
outstretched arm.Take some time for
your eyes to adjust to the darkness, then sit back and enjoy the show. While the meteors can come from any part of the sky, most will appear to come from the direction of Gemini. So scan the entire sky, and don’t be surprised if you see some out of the corner of your eye or straight overhead. Binoculars and telescopes won’t help with this, but bring them along to look at other things.
December’s a tough month for planet hunters. All of the bright ones are in the morning sky or out of view entirely, too close to the sun to see. That will change as we move through 2018, but for now, as with most things, patience is key.
This year’s last full moon, the Cold Moon, is on Dec. 3. It will look a little bit bigger than normal because it will be when the moon is close to
perigee, the nearest point in its orbit around Earth; a supermoon.
Winter roars in with the solstice on Dec. 21. That’s also the peak of another meteor shower, the Ursid Minorids, in the north end of the sky. That day, our area will see only about 9 hours, 15 minutes of daylight.
I hope you’ll step outside with me and have a look at this month’s
meteors and winter’s stars. Happy holidays, and clear skies!Scott Levine has loved astronomy
since he was young and now watches and writes about the skies near his Croton-on-Hudson home. You can read Scott’s Sky Watch astronomy website, with its “Space, taken easy” approach to naked-eye astronomy, at scottastronomy.wordpress.com. You can also find him at [email protected] or on Twitter @scottlevine13.
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In the last few years, a glass of wine being sipped in movie scenes has become as common as a cigarette dangling from an actor’s lips in films over a good part of the last century. Just
as this is art imitating life, so too have movie themes been taking center stage.
Last week I presented a number of movies that are wine-based. My wife and I enjoy pizza and wine on most Friday nights. I suggested pairing this combination with a wine-themed movie. I received several comments on my suggestions. Mention was made of a few movies I had omitted from the column. I also received a criticism that 10 of the 13 titles presented were documentaries, not movies.
Reflecting on that comment, I decided to reprise last week’s column with a movie-centric theme. I went back to my working list of movies and documentaries, seeking movies to feature this week. That’s when I realized that my
previous omission was inadvertently deliberate. Why? There are a number of mediocre wine-themed movies that I feel are not worthy of mention. An isolated scene featuring wine does not make for a wine-themed movie. Regardless of how infamous each may have been.
Nevertheless, in the spirit of recognizing each person’s right to their opinion on good or bad movies, I provide a list of movies that didn’t make the cut last week.
The Secret of Santa Vittoria (1969). An emotional villager (Anthony Quinn) and his fellow citizens hide their secret from the Germans at the end of World War II: one million bottles of locally produced wine, upon which the town is financially
dependent. This is a feel-good movie that portrays the plight of many Italian and French wine-producing towns during the war.
French Kiss (1995). A rom-com pairing Kevin Kline and Meg Ryan on a collision course to falling
in love. And quite a soliloquy by Meg on the concept of terroir – in the vineyards and in life.
A Walk in the Clouds (1995). What a way to return from World War II. Keanu Reeves meets an unwed pregnant
girl and agrees to play a hoax on her family, posing as her husband. They then spend the rest of the movie immersed in subterfuge and lies while tending the beautifully filmed vineyard life of her parents. Not one of Keanu’s best works, but the nostalgic grape-stomping scene and (spoiler alert) the burning vineyards warrant a Friday night viewing (with a finger strategically positioned on the fast-forward button of the remote).
Under the Tuscan Sun (2003). Not every mention of the word Tuscany conjures visions of sun-drenched vineyards – and certainly not this forced, farcical love story.
The Silence of the Lambs (1991). Never before, or since, has the name of Chianti been taken in vain. Do not mention the movie’s infamous pairing in mixed company.
The Kids Are All Right (2010). Bold product placements of California wines are embedded in this 21st century family celebration. The frequent shots of wine bottle labels deserve a supporting actor nomination.
Most James Bond Movies. By someone’s anonymous count, the double agent has consumed more than just his legendary martinis. Champagne comes
in a close second at 12 bottles of Bollinger and eight of Dom Pérignon. Now that’s impressive product placement.
A Good Year (2006). A tale of the confluence of the high finance business world (London) and the allure of making wine (Provence). The allure of Russell
Crowe and Ridley Scott are quite evident.
Days of Wine and Roses (1962). What? No wine theme? Deceptive advertising, I say. Also, a gripping tale of the dire consequences of having
one drink too many over too many days.
With this additional compendium in hand, a
binge-watching weekend may be in order. But be
careful to avoid binge-drinking that favorite bottle of wine.
Nick Antonaccio is a 40-year Pleasantville resident. For over 20 years he has conducted wine tastings and lectures. Nick is a member of the Wine Media Guild of wine writers. He also offers personalized wine tastings and wine travel services. Nick’s credo: continuous experimenting results in instinctive behavior. You can reach him at [email protected] or on Twitter @sharingwine.
By Nick Antonaccio
You Heard It Through the
Grapevine
Further Thoughts on Friday Night at the Movies
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2017New York State
Class B Champions
P L E A S A N T V I L L EPA N T H E R S
Declan McDermott turns the corner during the playoff victory over Valhalla at Pace Stadium.
Jack Minerva fends off a would-be tackler in the Panthers’ 20-7 win over Glens Falls in the state Class B semifinal at Middletown’s Faller Field.
Panther defensive players, left to right, Nick Salzarulo, Jaden Kammer, Cullen Dell and Zenun Hoti await the next play in the season opener at Ardsley.
Quarterback Jack Howe scrambles for big yardage in the Panthers’ regular-season win at Westlake.Cullen Dell runs with the football after making a
catch.
Charlie McPhee carries the ball in the season-opening 7-6 win at Ardsley.
Jack Minerva sheds a tackle in a win over Blind Brook at Parkway Field.
The Panthers’ Nolan Egan (58) and Nick Salzarulo block a potential game-winning field goal in the final seconds of the season opener at Ardsley.
Head coach Tony Becerra shouts instructions to his players in the regional playoff win over Glens Falls.
The Pleasantville football team poses with the championship plaque after beating Westlake 27-24 in double overtime in the Section 1, Class B final.
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Zenun Hoti takes a break along the sidelines at Parkway Field.
James Daniele carries the football in the Panthers’ double overtime victory against Westlake in the sectional final at Mahopac High School.
Defensive stalwart Tim Driscoll shares a smile with teammates after the Panthers beat Glens Falls in the state semifinal game.
Star running back Charlie McPhee surveys the field as he runs with the football during the Panthers’ game vs. Valhalla at Parkway Field.
Panther lineman Tim Driscoll wraps up Valhalla’s Erick Pasqualone during the sectional semifinal at Pace.
Panther sophomore back Jared Wilens cuts across the field on his way to a big gain.
Danny Melillo runs with the football early in the second half of the Panthers’ easy playoff win over Blind Brook.
Pleasantville captains hold their newest championship plaques aloft after winning the sectional title for a second straight year.
Declan McDermott carries the ball near midfield during the Panthers’ Section 1 semifinal victory.
Nick Salzarulo breaks past the line of scrimmage in the win over Westlake during the regular season.
Pleasantville junior QB Jack Howe turns upfield after breaking a tackle vs. visiting Valhalla.
Members of the Pleasantville football team line up during player introductions at a sectional playoff game.
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Briarcliff’s Katya Didonato lines up a forehand return during her singles match on the Bears’ home court.
The Briarcliff volleyball team stands together just prior to the start of the sectional final at Pace University.
Nick Reish throws an option pass in the Bears’ game at Croton-Harmon.
Mark Rogers heads toward the finish line as he competes in the league championships at Croton Point Park.
Ayla Preble sets her sights on the goal as she moves the ball up the field.
Dan Huegel finds plenty of room to run as he carries the football.
Anna Albert smacks the ball over the net during a home volleyball match.
Bears quarterback Henry Anderson throws the ball under pressure vs. Ardsley.
The Bears’ Aleena Hussain and Emma Diller wait for a pass during a penalty corner.
Senior standout Alex Leahy wins a race to the ball near midfield in the sectional final vs. Rye Neck.
Alex Cabeca controls the ball in the Bears’ overtime loss to Rye Neck in the Section One championship game.
Carly Schwab has reason to smile after finishing second in the 100 breaststroke at the sectional championships.
Briarcliff sophomore Julia Dalessandro takes the ball up the left sideline in the sectional game vs. Rye Neck.
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Northern WestchesterMen’s Basketball League
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School, Katonah/Lewisboro, NYMonday and Wednesday nights
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Northern WestchesterMen’s Basketball League
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By Andy JacobsA year ago, the Byram Hills hockey
team won 15 of its 20 games in the regular season, along the way capturing a league title, and then nearly reached the Section 1, Division II championship game.
But that Bobcat squad still had the since-graduated star Robert Lunder constantly patrolling the ice. So even with more than a dozen players with plenty of experience back again this season, head coach A. J. Cloherty is taking a cautious approach as the Bobcats try to follow up on the best record in the program’s history.
“I don’ think we find out how real we are until February playoffs come around,” he was saying last Tuesday evening, shortly after the Bobcats had opened the 2017-18 season on the road against Pawling. “You know, you can look at records as we go through games — wins, losses — but what it really comes down to is who’s still standing at the end of the year.”
The first hints of what the Bobcats can accomplish this year, even without Lunder around to terrorize opposing goalies, came in their opening-night 7-1 rout of the host Tigers. Michael Salandra had three goals and an assist and Matthew Behar added two goals and an assist as the Bobcats overwhelmed Pawling in a game played at Tirrell Rink on the campus of Trinity-Pawling School.
According to Cloherty, even though the contest seemed to be a mismatch and the outcome was all but decided by the middle of the second period, there was still plenty he could discern about his players.
“We learned how our team’s looking in game play, which is important,” he said. “We learned how our line combinations work, what worked well, what didn’t. We learned what kind of systems we have to work on as opposed to ones that worked really well. And then we learned who can play defense and who can play offense
who normally doesn’t because in the third period we had the luxury of a big lead and we can try players at different positions they aren’t used to.”
The Bobcats wound up outshooting Pawling by a whopping 35-8 margin and they didn’t need very long to get on the scoreboard for the first time this season. With just 1:44 elapsed, Mike DiMarco converted on a rebound and Byram Hills grabbed the lead. Three and a half minutes later, Bobcat goalie Grace Lunder preserved the Byram 1-0 advantage when she foiled the Tigers’ biggest threat, Cal Hade, on a semi-breakaway.
Byram Hills doubled its lead nearly eight minutes into the opening period as Salandra scored his first goal of the night by breaking in all alone and backhanding the puck past Tigers goalie Harrison Palmer. Just 29 seconds later, Behar, from behind the cage, sent the puck toward the crease and it caromed off Palmer into the
net for a 3-0 Bobcat lead. Pawling managed to score its lone
goal with 2:08 left in the first period when Hade fired a shot from just inside the right point and Ryan Fitzsimmons pushed home the rebound from left of the crease. But with just 42 seconds left before the first intermission, the Bobcats’ Salandra, parked on the left doorstep, easily poked home the rebound of a shot by Ben Mautner.
The Bobcats stretched their lead to 5-1 nearly midway through the second period when Ethan Behar sent a pass from behind the cage in front to Salandra, who put it past Palmer to complete his hat trick. Less than a minute after he was robbed by Palmer on the left doorstep, Behar added his second goal, on a perfect pass from the left wing, with 4:26 to go in the second period, enabling Byram Hills to build a 6-1 cushion. Max Kruman provided the final goal, with 7:53 left in the game, easily guiding home the bouncing puck on another rebound in front of the net.
“One thing we really we want to work on this year is jumping on the goalie really early,” said Cloherty. “I know last year at times it took a little time for us to get on the board. So this year, if we can dump the puck, put pressure on them immediately and then get a few shots right on net real quick, that’s what we’re trying to do.”
No matter when and from whom the goals come this season, Cloherty knows the offense won’t resemble last year’s
when Lunder was making his frequent and impressive end-to-end rushes up the ice.
“You don’t replace him,” said Cloherty. “You just reload the team with players that can work in a different type of system.”
The Bobcats return to action on Friday at 5:20 when they face Brewtown, the combo team from Brewster and Yorktown, at the Brewster Ice Arena.
“We always like getting a game under our belt early, before Thanksgiving,” said Cloherty. “That way, we can really see what we’ve got and use the Thanksgiving break for a time to reflect. Getting the win makes Thanksgiving a lot nicer, makes the turkey taste a little bit sweeter.”
Michael Salandra, who scored three goals, controls the puck in the Bobcats’ 7-1 win over Pawling.
Matthew Behar of Byram Hills is about to score the Bobcats’ sixth goal in last week’s win over host Pawling. Byram Hills’ Nicholas Salandra takes the puck
past center ice in last Tuesday’s season-opening victory over Pawling.
Byram Hills goalie Grace Lunder gets ready to make a save early in the third period of last Tuesday’s season-opening game.
Ethan Behar of Byram Hills moves the puck up the right wing vs. the Pawling Tigers last Tuesday evening.
Willie Mann tries to maintain control of the puck in the 7-1 road win by Byram Hills last Tuesday evening.
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