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Tuckahoe Dems nominate Kronen and Engelbert
Trustee Dr. Cara Kronen and Nicole Engelbert were nominated by the Tuckahoe Democrats for the upcoming March village elections.
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Sophia Colasacco drives along the baseline during Tuckahoe’s game against Eastchester on Jan. 28, 2022. The Tigers rallied back from a 24-11 halftime deficit to top the Eagles 49-46. For story, see page 16. Photo/Mike Smith
State flies flags at half-staff for NYPD officers killed Gov. Kathy Hochul ordered flags on state buildings to be flown at half-staff on Jan. 28 in honor of fallen NYPD officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora. Flags were lowered to half-staff at sunrise on Jan. 28, the day of officer Rivera’s funeral service, and returned to full-staff at sunset on Feb. 2, following officer Mora’s funeral service. “The losses of Officer Rivera and Officer Mora are felt widely and deeply by all New York-
ers—my thoughts are with their families and loved ones,” Hochul said. “Today we mourn as they are laid to rest, but tomorrow we must work to eradicate the epidemic gun violence has become in our communities. We must get to the root of this issue to prevent tragedies like this from happening. New Yorkers deserve elected officials that will work for them to solve this problem and that is exactly what they will get.” (Submitted)
Gov. Kathy Hochul flew flags on state buildings at half-staff on Jan. 28 in honor of fallen NYPD officers Jason Rivera and Wilbert Mora.
Village Trustee and college professor Dr. Cara Kronen and education technology executive Nicole Engelbert were nominated on Tuesday, Jan. 25, by Tuckahoe’s Democratic Committee as the party’s nominees in the upcoming March village election. Kronen, deputy chair of the Teacher Education Department at Manhattan Community College, was appointed to the village board last year and is seeking a full two-year term. “I am honored to have the nomination and support of the party and my neighbors,” Kronen said. “Serving as Trustee for the last nine months has given me the opportunity to do meaningful work to help my community. Nicole and I look forward to talking with Tuckahoe residents in the next few weeks.” Nicole Engelbert, vice president of Higher Education at the tech giant Oracle, is making her first-ever bid for public office. “My husband and I chose Tuckahoe for what it could offer our family,” Engelbert said after receiving the Committee’s nod. “I am honored by the nomination and eager to hear from my fellow residents about what more they expect from Tuckahoe.” During the pandemic, besides the distribution of masks, test kits, and sanitizer, Kronen initiated
safe, family-friendly outdoor activities for children and their parents. She was also responsible for Tuckahoe’s outreach programs for seniors and schools. Village Mayor Omayra Andino, a Democrat, praised Kronen’s efforts on the board thus far, and commended Engelbert for coming forward to serve the village. Tuckahoe voters will choose two trustees for the village board in the election on March 15. The polling site in the Tuckahoe Community Center at 71 Columbus Ave., will be open from 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Pandemic protocols will be in place to ensure the safety of voters and election workers. The election is administered by the Westchester County Board of Elections, BOE. To be eligible, voters must be registered by March 4 and can do so online. Due to the persistent presence of COVID-19, no-excuse absentee voting will be in effect for the Village election under a bill signed into law by Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat. Voters may apply for an absentee ballot on the Board of Elections website. Mail-in ballots must be postmarked no later than March 15. Ballots may also be delivered to the poll site or the BOE’s office at 25 Quarropas St., in White Plains. (Submitted)
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County board takes up food allergy safety law Thirty-two million Americans have food allergies, including 5.6 million children. Every three minutes a food allergy reaction sends someone in the U.S. to the
emergency room. A new bipartisan proposal at the county Board of Legislators will help restaurants protect families dealing with food allergies in Westchester.
The measure introduced on Jan. 24 by county Legislator Vedat Gashi, a Yorktown Democrat and co-sponsored by Minority Leader Margaret Cunzio, a Mount
Pleasant Conservative, would provide free online training for food service personnel in basic allergy safety. It also would provide restaurants with signs to hang that contain information about common allergens, symptoms of reactions and actions to be taken in
case of food allergies. “Food allergies are a fact of life for families in Westchester,” Gashi said. “This measure will ensure that restaurants have guidance and training in how to deal with these allergies. The training will be free. It will be available online. And it
The Westchester County Board of Legislators are discussing bipartisan legislation that would provide free online training for food service personnel in basic allergy safety. Photo/Sebastian Coman
will come at minimal cost to the County.“Anxiety about food allergies makes many families reluctant to dine out. This law will give them peace of mind. Removing that reluctance will encourage diners to get out and enjoy a meal at our local, small business that are still struggling. Many restaurants are already working hard to address the food allergy needs of customers. Our desire is to help every restaurant do the same.”Under the proposal, the online training and signs would be provided by the county Department of Health. “As someone who has a food allergy and has many family members with food allergies, I know first-hand the feeling of ease when eating out at a food establishment that is knowledgeable about food allergies versus the anxiety when it is an unknown,” Cunzio said. “This legislation will help make the simple task of eating out safer for many people and children. Food allergies affect millions in the U.S. and until there is a cure education is the key.” Similar provisions to the new proposal exist in cities like New York, and states like Virginia, Michigan, Maryland, Massachusetts and California. (Submitted)
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Larchmont resident Michael Tolle, owner of the new CRUSH Table Tennis in downtown Greenwich, Connecticut. Photo/Jeffrey Damberg
Area sports enthusiasts and those looking for a fun, social atmosphere can now add table tennis to the mix. CRUSH Table Tennis, a two-story, 6,000-squarefoot facility, has made its debut at 255 Field Point Road in downtown Greenwich, Connecticut. With eight premium tables, certified professional coaching and quality equipment, CRUSH offers recreational play for all ages and skill levels. There are four separate playing areas across two floors, each table lit by linear LED light fixtures that offer optimal lighting both day and night. Quality ITTF-certified paddles and balls are also provided. The newly renovated building has a well-appointed contemporary look throughout. The upstairs is especially designed to offer guests a lounge-like atmosphere and provide an inviting environment for playing table tennis, socializing and relaxing. Its 3,000-square-foot open space offers an expansive
window layout, five tables, comfortable leather chairs, a professional sound system and large screen television, with beer and wine available. CRUSH welcomes party and corporate event planners, caterers and individuals to tour the space for private gatherings both large and small. CRUSH’s internationally accomplished coaches offer both group clinics and customized individual training. At private parties and corporate events, coaches bring groups together by teaching fundamentals of the game and facilitating “March Madness”-type single-elimination tournaments. CRUSH opened last year on a limited basis, following state and federal COVID guidelines. The facility is fitted with four contactless handwashing stations with antibacterial soap, two new HVAC systems that separately treat each floor, MERV-13 air filters and two professionally installed HVAC ionization systems
for eliminating airborne mold, bacteria, allergens, viruses and odors. “People are looking for more recreational activities,” said founder and owner Michael Tolle, a longtime Larchmont resident. “We designed the business and space to specifically offer an enjoyable experience for families, private parties, corporate team building exercises, fundraisers and corporate special events. We’re thrilled to bring CRUSH to the region,” he added. CRUSH is currently open to the public Monday through Friday, 5p.m.- 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12p.m.-9 p.m. Admission is $15 per person. Hours for private parties and corporate events are per clients’ request. The club is conveniently located near Greenwich Avenue, I-95 and the Metro-North train station. For more information, visit table-tennis. com or call 203-489- 0664.
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Acivities throughout Eastchester Community listings for the month of February have been provided courtesy of Burbio. For more information, please visit burbio.com.
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Feb.1 through March 31 Rhyme and Reason: A Celebration of Black History An exciting 45-minute virtual show using music, poetry and dance to celebrate the vital contributions of African Americans to the social and cultural life of the United States. With a guest appearance by Lauren Anderson, the world’s first African American Prima Ballerina.. A true celebration for all ages. Pre-recorded for easy viewing.
Monday, Feb. 7 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Zoom: The Changing Face of Television--YouTube, Bingeing, Streaming and Beyond
Watching television used to be a fairly simple enterprise—you turned on the set, selected one of 500 channels, and enjoyed your program. Now, television is changing in front of our eyes. More and more viewers are cancelling cable television, preferring to watch new online-only channels like Netflix or Disney +. An entire generation of younger viewers has given up on the TV set altogether, and instead watch programs on their laptop or their phones. And tens of thousands of kids and teenagers have started their own TV networks on YouTube, bypassing NBC, ABC and CBS altogether. This presentation will look at these startling developments and explain why the old days of simply “watching TV” are fast disappearing. Brian Rose is a professor emeritus at Fordham University, where he taught for 38 years in the Department of Communication and Media Studies. He’s written several books on television history and cultural programming, and conducted more than a 100 Q&A’s with leading directors, actors and writers for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, the Screen Actors Guild, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, and the Directors Guild of America.
Wednesday, Feb. 9 from 8 p.m. to 8 p.m. How to Successfully Navigate College Admissions in 2022
Stand out for College has partnered with the Bronxville library and is offering this Zoom presentation to help families understand how COVID-19 has changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects juniors, sophomores
and freshmen. The recent college admissions cycle has turned out to be the most competitive to date. The reason is that most colleges went test-optional due to the pandemic and colleges increased their virtual outreach to high school students resulting in a record number of candidates applying. With record-high numbers of applications come record-low acceptance rates at many popular colleges and universities. We will discuss the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find schools that can be a good fit for your child, a timeline, and other actions steps that can be done to make this spring productive regarding the college admissions process.
Saturday, Feb. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. ONLINE Practice SAT/ACT tests with Revolution Prep
Bronxville library and Revolution Prep Practice SAT/ACT. Taking practice tests for primary, secondary and college admission exams provides students with a baseline score. Finding out where you stand allows you to compare scores and determine the test that is your best fit. Register for the test of your choice at Bronxville Public Library page at https://www.revolutionprep.com/ partners/137573/
Monday, Feb. 14 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Zoom: Love Is in the Air
This is a Zoom program. Love is in the air in classic Hollywood! Many beloved Hollywood classics featured wedding scenes across a broad range of film genres. In real life, many film stars also happened to have high-profile and eagerly anticipated weddings. Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as she presents about memorable classic film wedding moments, both on the screen and off. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips and captivating stories. Annette Bochenek, Ph.D., is a professor, film historian and avid scholar of Hollywood’s Golden Age. She manages the “Hometowns to Hollywood” blog, in which she profiles her trips to the hometowns of classic Hollywood stars. She also hosts a film series by the same name and has been featured on Turner Classic Movies.
Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Zoom: Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow
This is a Zoom event. To receive the link, please register by emailing cutchel@wlsmail.org. Based on the New York Historical Society’s 2018-19 exhibition, this virtual presentation explores Black Americans’ struggle for equality under the law from 1865 through World War I. Learn about both Southern and Northern roles in this dark chapter of our history as well as Black New Yorkers’ organizing and community-building in the face of discrimination.
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Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Board of Education Meeting Friday, Feb. 18 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Early Dismissal HS/MS-10:50 a.m. AH/GV -11:30 a.m. WV -11:40 a.m.
Feb. 21 through Feb. 25 Schools Closed, Winter Break TUCKAHOE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Tuesday, Feb. 8 from 7:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. PTA General Meeting
Thursday, Feb. 17 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Zoom: Author David Mills Discuss- BRONXVILLE UNION FREE es Slavery in New York SCHOOL DISTRICT This is a Zoom event. In this Wednesday, Feb. 16 program, poet David Mills will from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. read from and reflect upon the research behind his recent colBoard of Education Meeting lection, “Boneyarn,” the first-ever Feb. 21-25, all day book of poems about slavery in New York City. The city holds the No School oldest and largest slave cemetery in the U.S.—the African Burial Ground—which was open from 1712-1795 and is located in Wall Street’s shadows. Fifteen thousand enslaved and free Blacks, some Native Americans, and poor whites are buried there. Mills creatively “excavates” the tragedies and triumphs of New York’s enslaved and free Black community.
Thursday, Feb. 17 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Job Seeking & Resume Building Workshop
Join Marie Riffel and Phyllis Blake from WLS Career Coaching Services at this free event for teens 16-plus, where you will learn what types of jobs are available for teens; where to look for jobs; how to answer questions on the job application; what to include in a resume; what to share and ask during the interview. This event is co-hosted by fellow WLS libraries: Rye Free Reading Room, Larchmont Public Library, Bronxville Public Library, Ossining Public Library, Eastchester Public Library, Hendrick Hudson Free Library, The Field Library, Mamaroneck Public Library, Mt. Pleasant Public Library, Yonkers Public Library, Somers Public Library, Warner Library and Dobbs Ferry Library.
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Wednesday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. Sports Club Meeting Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bond Referendum: Safety, Security & Infrastructure Eastchester Middle School Gym
President’s Day and Winter Recess
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Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Speculative Shorts Science Fiction Book Club
Librarian-Facilitator Miriam Saphra takes you on a guided tour through literature’s most innovative and exciting genre with selections from the genesis of science fiction up through the present day. This month’s reads are “The Dandelion Girl” by Robert F. Young (1961) and “Bridesicle” by Will McIntosh (2010). Register to receive copies of the short stories.
Wednesday, Feb. 23 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Unclaimed Funds: NY State Comptroller’s Office
Online Unclaimed Funds Workshop: Leah Solomon, a representative from the New York State Comptroller’s Office, will be providing a webinar on unclaimed funds. Participants will gain knowledge on the history and facts of unclaimed funds. The presenter will give a walkthrough of claim instruction and search tips. Please feel free to email any questions in advance you may wish to be addressed during the webinar to lsolomon@osc. ny.govVirtual
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Sunday, Feb. 6 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Art History for Traveler’s: France Library favorite Sue Altman is back with a series of 4 different
countries featured in her Art History for Traveler’s Program. This is a class for armchair travelers, those who want to relive the joys of a past trip or those planning one in the future. Each class explores a different country and their essential contributions to art history. France: An exploration of French art from Roman structures such as the Pont du Gard in Provence, to the must-see masterpieces of the Louvre to the Impressionist museums of the South. Registration required to receive Zoom information.
Wednesday, Feb. 9 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Heart Health Program Thursday, Feb. 17 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Teen Job Search Tips, Applications, Resumes & More - WLS Career Coaching
Join Marie Riffel and Phyllis Blake from WLS Career Coaching Services at this free event for teens 16+ where you will learn What types of jobs are available for teens Where to look for jobs How to answer questions on the job application What to include in a resume What to share and ask during the interview This virtual event is co-hosted by fellow WLS libraries: Rye Free Reading Room, Larchmont Public Library, Bronxville Public Library, Ossining Public Library, Eastchester Public Library, Hendrick Hudson Free Library, The Field Library, Mamaroneck Public Library, Mt. Pleasant Public Library, Yonkers Public Library, Somers Public Library, Warner Library, and Dobbs Ferry Library. Register here Contact: Amelia
Sunday, Feb. 20 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Foods of New York
Have you ever wondered about how potato chips were created, how Nathan’s hot dogs became an American staple, why pizza is red, white and green, how immigrants preserved their foods without refrigeration and all the flavorful foods we eat today that were brought from all over the world? This presentation will answer these questions and many others. Whether or not you are a “foodie”, you will enjoy this. Registration required to receive Zoom information.
Feb. 21, all day Library Closed: President’s Day Observed Wednesday, Feb. 23 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Richard Knox and Tony Bennett Entertainer Extraordinaire
With a career of over seventy years in show business, few vocalists have engendered more devoted fans around the world than the amazing Tony Bennett. From
his first #1 hit, “Because of You,” in 1951, and through his final concert at Radio City Music Hall in 2021, as he battled against Alzheimer’s disease, Tony’s voice, stage presence, and magnetic personality has endeared him to millions. During this presentation we will have an opportunity to revel in Tony’s rendition of classic numbers such as “Rags to Riches,” “ Stranger in Paradise,” “Cheek to Cheek” (with Lady Gaga), and, of course, his signature song “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.” Registration required to receive Zoom information.
Wednesday, Feb. 23 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Paint Your Masterpiece with Connie
Join instructor Connie Manna for the February edition of our Paint Your Masterpiece class. The first 10 participants registered are entitled to a free canvas from the library. Painting TBD. Registration required to receive Zoom information. Stay tuned for more information!
Sunday, Feb. 27 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Opera Talk: Marian Anderson
Marian Anderson is a cultural icon whose contralto voice broke through racial barriers in the operatic world and ultimately in American society. Her beautiful illustrious voice is most memorable through her controversial recital on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in 1939 and her Metropolitan Opera debut in 1955. Registration required to receive Zoom information.
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Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Town Board Meeting
Re-Organization Meeting
Wednesday, Feb. 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Library Board of Trustees Meeting Zoom
Tuesday, Feb. 22 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Traffic & Parking Advisory Committee Thursday, Feb. 24 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Planning Board Meeting EMELIN THEATRE
Saturday, Feb. 5 from 8 p.m. to 8 p.m. Nefesh Mountain
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Thursday, Feb. 3 from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Westchester Power Community Information Session Online event
Wednesday, Feb. 16 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Yonkers Neighbors Community Energy Information Session Online event
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Friday, Feb. 18-20 at 6:30 p.m. Ween
Formed by Aaron Freeman and Mickey Melchiondo, Jr. in New Hope, Pennsylvania, Ween has taken on a cult-like status with legions of devoted fans around the world. Beginning with six self-released cassettes in the 1980s, followed by 11 studio albums, 6 live albums and a smattering of EPs through the 1990s and 2000s, Ween’s recorded output is farreaching in its styles moving from rock to punk to psychedelic to country to alternative and all points in between. However, it’s the band’s incendiary live shows that have truly cultivated its diehard fan base.Ween consists of Gene and Dean Ween alongside longtime band members Claude Coleman, Jr. (drums), Dave Dreiwitz (bass) and Glenn McClelland (keyboards).
Thursday, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. WFUV Presents: Patti Smith and Her Band
This show has been rescheduled from Thursday, Dec. 30 to Thursday, Feb. 24.
WESTCHESTER COUNTY PARKS EVENTS
Saturday, Feb. 12 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Exploring the Geology of the Shoreline
We will discover, collect and dissect some of the geological historical formations of Read Sanctuary and the Long Island shoreline. It will be a nice travel log through the formation of part of the east coast. Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary
Saturday, Feb. 12 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sugaring 101
Have you ever wanted to try maple sugaring in your backyard? This program will go over the history of maple sugaring and how to do it in your own backyard. Pre-registration is required at muscootfarm.org. Fifteen participants maximum. Muscoot Farm
Sunday, Feb. 13, 26 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sugaring
Muscoot Farm’s annual maple sugaring tours are being offered as a private family experience in 2022. Pre-registration is required at muscootfarm.org; $20 per family of four. Muscoot Farm
Sunday, Feb. 13 and 27 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sugarhouse Chat
As long as the sap is running we will be making one of nature’s sweetest rewards, maple syrup. Come on into the sugar house to chat with us! Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Reservation, Routes 35 and 121 South, Cross River
Sunday, Feb. 13 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Gardening Under Lights
Learn how to grow plants using artificial lights. Visit www.lasdonpark.org for more information and to register. Free program. Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial
Monday, Feb. 14 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Pre-K Book and Craft
Hear a story and make a Valentine’s Day craft for $20. Ages 2-5. There’s a maximum of five children and five caregivers. Pre-registration is required at muscootfarm.org. Muscoot Farm
Saturday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Winter Waterfowl
The Hudson River is home to many wintering species of ducks and other waterfowl. Hike to observe and learn about these cold-weather visitors. Moderately difficult. Cold weather clothing and footwear required ages 6 and up meet at RV Park entrance. Croton Point Park
Saturday, Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Winter Birding at Marshlands
What do our feathered friends do to survive the winter? Learn about the common species of birds visiting our backyards at this time of year. Bring binoculars and dress warmly. Meet by the nature center. It will be led by Chris Mignone of Central Westchester Audubon.
Marshlands Conservancy
Saturday, Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Invasive Plant Removal
Help us remove invasive species plants and begin the restoration of native habitats in the Sanctuary. Tools and equipment are provided. Focus species include linden viburnum, Siebold’s viburnum, Chinese fountaingrass, knotweed and mile-a-minute. Qualifies for service credit hours. Please bring work gloves. Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary
Saturday, Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Winter Map and Compass Navigation
Navigation without a GPS or smartphone is becoming a lost art but winter offers opportunities to learn this life-long skill more easily. Come for off-trail exploring orienting by the sun reading a compass and a map and more. Appropriate for adults and older kids. We have materials to borrow or bring your own compass; $15. Sign-up is required. Hilltop Hanover Farm
Saturday, Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sugaring Open House
Sugaring season is underway at Muscoot. Stop by the sugar house today to learn about how maple sap is turned into maple syrup. No registration is required. Muscoot Farm
Monday, Feb. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Winter Skills Camp
Westchester County students in grades 4 through 6 will have the opportunity to experience winter on the farm learning about agriculture and nature while participating in hands-on activities. Eight participants. Sign-up is for the week (Feb. 21-25); $300 per participant. Muscoot Farm
Tuesday, Feb. 22 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Spring Break for Kids
Get kids out of the house and let them spend a morning at the farm filled with crafts, outdoor play and farm education from snow painting to seed games to greeting the goats. Come one, two or three days, each will be different; limited to eight kids for ages 6 and older. Sign-up is required; $40 per day. Hilltop Hanover Farm
Saturday, Feb. 26 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Fairy Tales & Trails
Practice tracking animals in the snow, and enjoy Fairy Home building in the magical woods at Hilltop Hanover. Free. No registration required. Hilltop Hanover Farm
Saturday, Feb. 26 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Field Survey Day: Marshlands Biodiversity Club
We will seek out examples of how creatures great and small cope with the signs of winter. From mammals, birds, insects and aquatics, we will explore them all. Hand lenses provided. Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary
This is the first of our group Field Survey Days! If you missed our inaugural meeting, you can still come and find out what we are doing and how to participate in this year-long survey of the flora and fauna of Marshlands. Meet fellow nature-lovers of all ages who enjoy exploring the hidden wonders of nature. Refreshments provided courtesy of the Friends of Marshlands. Marshlands Conservancy
Saturday, Feb. 19 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. How to Stay Warm
Saturday, Feb. 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Fairy Tales and Trails
Saturday, Feb. 19 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. The Signs of Overwintering Wildlife
Burr! Staying warm in the winter is tough, even for the animals. On this adventure we’ll explore animal adaptations for keeping in the heat. As we make our way around the preserve, we’ll learn how we can keep warm too. For children ages 5-13. Cranberry Lake Preserve, 1609 Old Orchard St., North White Plains
Sunday, Feb. 20 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Westchester Area Maple Open House Weekend
Trailside will be joining our other nature center sugarhouses this weekend open to the public for sugaring demos and tastings. Trailside Nature Museum
This program will require so good imaginations! We will be telling stories and building fairy houses along the trail. Lenoir Preserve, 19 Dudley St., Yonkers
Saturday, Feb. 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Fairy Tales and Trails
Join our naturalist as we look for signs of animals and build our fairy friends a home. Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Reservation, Routes 35 and 121 South, Cross River
Saturday, Feb. 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Fairytales & Trails Walk
You know the woodland fairies are out there, but where do they live? Join us on a search for fairy
houses hidden in the forest! We’ll share a fairy tale or two along the way. Marshlands Conservancy
Saturday, Feb. 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Winter Tracks and Trails
Hike in the park to search for telltale tracks and signs of our winter inhabitants. Cold-weather clothing and footwear are required. Moderate difficulty ages 6 and up, meet at RV Park entrance. Croton Point Park
Saturday, Feb. 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Fairy Tales and Trails: Winter Fairy House Extravaganza
Do fairies exist? We will learn the folklore behind the myths and legends while constructing our own world involving these mystical beings. Fun for kids. All items and props will be provided. Please come with a positive nature. Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary
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Saturday, Feb. 26 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Fairy Tales and Trails
Get out on the trails and learn about some fairy tales. This hike will explore the farm and you will get to meet some farm animals along the way. Pre-registration is required at muscootfarm.org. Ages 10 and older maximum of 10 participants. Muscoot Farm
Sunday, Feb. 27 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Dealing With Common Houseplant Problems Learn what plant symptoms may mean and what to do about them. Visit lasdonpark.org for more information and to register. Free program. Lasdon Park, Arboretum and Veterans Memorial
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Covid-19 Wastewater Treatment Study shows promise As of January 2022, trends from a nearly one-and-a-half year COVID-19 study at all seven Westchester County Wastewater Treatment plants continue to show decreasing levels. This follows trends of active cases in the county as the spread of the omicron variant wanes. “As we move past the Omicron variant spike of active COVID-19 cases, these trends are a welcome sign,” County Executive George Latimer said. “Data and information are the tools that help guide the decisions of my Administration and I commend the work of the Department of Environmental Facilities on their partnership and efforts on this study.” SARS-CoV-2 RNA labora-
tory results from the 24-hour composite collected on January 16, while still showing the presence of COVID-19 in each of the seven sewer sheds, show that those levels in each of the seven sewer sheds have decreased significantly. The decreased levels of copies per capita in all of the sewer sheds is indicating a continued leveling off and a definitive downturn from the previous spike. Since early in the pandemic, the Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities, DEF, has partnered with the New York City Department of Environmental Protection, DEP, to study the wastewater at county treatment plants to better understand the impact
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New Rochelle teen killed in daytime shooting On Tuesday, Jan. 25 at about 3:38 p.m., New Rochelle police received a call of a shooting that had just occurred on the corner of 4th Street and Washington Avenue. Upon arrival officers located a 16-year-old male victim, Julian Oliveros, with multiple gunshot wounds. Officers administered First Aid and the victim was transported to a hospital where he underwent emergency surgery and succumbed to his injures. Suspect information was immediately developed, and New Rochelle detectives were able to locate and arrest a 16-yearold male suspect near Glen Place and Beechwood Avenue. The suspect was found to be in possession of a 9mm semiautomatic handgun.
A 9MM handgun recovered off the suspect in the murder of a 16-yearold New Rochelle teenager. The weapon has no serial number and is considered a “ghost gun.” Photo courtesy New Rochelle police
Due to juvenile arrest laws in New York state, the suspect’s name is still being withheld. He was charged with Murder in the second degree and Criminal Possession of a weapon in the second degree.
Both the victim and the suspect are residents of New Rochelle. Anyone with further information on this incident is asked to call the New Rochelle Police Department at 654-2300. (Submitted)
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County employees donate to Bronx fire families Westchester County employees came together after learning of the devastating fire in the
Bronx on Jan. 9, claiming the lives of 17 people, including eight children.
Donation boxes were set up at the Michaelian Office Building, district offices of the Depart-
ment of Social Services and Department of Public Safety headquarters. The weeklong drive that took place from Jan. 14-21, garnered more than 800 pounds of donations including diapers,
blankets, pillows, clothes, toiletries and non-perishable food. “I am proud our employees saw the need and stepped up to give back to our neighbors in the Bronx,” County Executive
A weeklong drive garnered more than 800 pounds of donations including diapers, blankets, pillows, clothes, toiletries and non-perishable food for the families impacted by the devastating fire last month in the Bronx. Photo courtesy Westchester County
George Latimer said. “Some even rallied their churches and schools to obtain these necessities. Westchester has always had strong ties with the Bronx and this showing of service is the epitome of community going beyond borders. Our hearts remain with the survivors and families left behind in this tragedy and we hope these donations can help them start over, rebuild and heal.” The donations were delivered by employees with the Department of Public Works and Transportation to PS 85 Great Expectation School, where many of the children impacted by the fire attended. “It’s heartbreaking what these families are going through and we want them to know we are here for them,” said thirdgrade teacher Linda Moss, a Westchester resident. “These donations, from water to the blankets, pet food, clothes and toys will really help lift their spirits. We want them to know we care about them and we are here for them. This is not a short term effort, we are going to support them for a long time.” (Submitted)
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SAFER AT WORK Movement fights for lower nurse-topatient ratios
A group of nurses called The Last Pizza Party is working to make safe nurse-to-patient ratios a national law and help nurses unionize throughout the United States. This grassroots movement became a nationwide campaign and has reached like-minded nurses in other countries including Australia, England and Canada. In March leaders of the phenomenon created a TikTok nurse takeover in which they enlisted the help of several nurse creators to spread the message about what nurses can do if faced with unsafe patient assignments, and other measures to take to protect their patients and licenses. Speaking out against the status quo comes at a cost, said Nurse Erica, founder of the nurse advocacy group, which can be found across social media and online at thelastpizzapartymovement.org. “We are risking our careers and livelihoods by speaking out about what really goes on behind the scenes. We are afraid to use our full names publicly because there is real risk associated with that,” said Erica, who specializes in pediatrics and hospice and palliative care and currently works in nursing management. “Nurses are very concerned with staffing levels because they are concerned about patient safety,” said Deborah Burger, a registered nurse and a president of National Nurses United, United States’ largest union and professional associa-
tion of registered nurses. Nurse-to-patient ratios vary and are dependent upon the type of nursing unit, Nurse Erica said. If nurses are given more patients than they can safely handle it leads to missed opportunities to intervene, which negatively affects patient outcomes, Burger said. A new nationwide survey from National Nurses United of more than 9,200 registered nurses reveals that a year into the pandemic, registered nurses are still being placed in harm’s way. Short staffing is the biggest safety concern, and 81% of nurses report they are forced to reuse single-use PPE. Just more than half (54%) of registered nurses overall and over half (61%) of registered nurses in hospitals report that they have ever been tested for COVID-19. Nurses are taking a stand. As recently as March 26 health care workers at Methodist Hospital of Southern California took part in a picket and car caravan to highlight patient safety concerns including short-staffing and poor infection control throughout the pandemic. The most expansive labor law legislation since 1935, the Pro Act has passed the House of Representatives and if approved by the Senate would make vast, union-friendly changes to the National Labor Relations Act. “It would essentially do away with ‘right to work’ laws in the 27 states that have them,” Erica
said. “Most importantly it would make it exponentially easier for workers — all workers, not just nurses — to unionize.” The Pro Act is not only good for nurses; it’s good for patients, Burger said. Unionization protects nurses when speaking out or raising the alarm about unsafe practices and gives nurses other valuable protections. The Pro Act would put in place a process to deal with quality issues “so patents get not only the care they deserve but that they are paying for,” Burger said. The issues many nurses are fighting for, such as safe staffing ratios and access to PPE, isn’t shocking if it’s understood how health care is set up as a for-profit system, said Burger, who along with National Nurses United supports the Medicare for All Act of 2021. “Hospitals are withholding supplies because it saves money. Nurses are facing moral distress of dealing with all this while we are being told we are heroes. It’s an exercise in cognitive dissonance,” Burger said. Now is the time for change, Erica said. “Nurses need to educate themselves about the benefits of nursing unions and begin demanding safe working conditions. They should be pressuring their legislators to pass federally mandated nurse-topatient staffing reform. They should be documenting every incident of unsafe staffing and reporting it,” she said.
SPORTS
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Championship games find a home Mike Smith
Since the start of the pandemic, any news that is passed along by the bodies governing interscholastic sports—whether it comes from New York state or Section I—can be met with either relief or exasperation. On Monday, area basketball fans felt the former, as it looks as though the Section I Boys and Girls Basketball Championships will have a new home, at least for now. On Jan. 31, the Section I Executive Committee announced that, while it will still continue to search for a neutral site to host the basketball championships this year, the finals—barring Class D—would have a home: the newly renovated gym at Yorktown High School. Barring a few exceptions, Westchester County Center had played host to the semifinal and
final rounds of the Section I basketball playoffs (since 1933 for the boys and 1999 for the girls). But since the emergence of the coronavirus in 2020, the White Plains venue has been used as an overflow hospital and vaccine administration site. County officials acknowledged that it could take up to a year to renovate the site in order to once again make it viable for other events, including the basketball championships. This news left Section I in an unenviable spot; how would it handle the yearly basketball tournament—which was suspended in 2021—and give student-athletes a playoff experience that was as close to “normal” as possible. Earlier this winter, it was assumed that, without a centralized venue, section championship games would be played at the home court of the higher seed. There were those who begrudgingly agreed that it wasn’t the worst idea; while the loss of a championship hub would be felt,
at least the tournament would play out. Selfishly, I was not a fan of this plan, knowing that if I had to cover more than two games in one day, tip-off times and distances would be a major hurdle to overcome. Last year, with a multitude of smaller regional tournaments finishing up on the same day, I certainly had a hard time hitting as many games as I would have liked. But ultimately, I realized that these games are not about me; and no matter what the final decision was, I would have to make do. So now, with it looking like the championship rounds (for Class AA, A, B and C) taking place at Yorktown on March 5-6—Class D will hold its championship games at Pelham High School on Feb. 28—it looks like our student-athletes will at least have some sense of normalcy. It won’t be the County Center, which also hosted the semifinal round games, but that shouldn’t matter.
Mia Strazza and Elle Pinto battle for a rebound during a girls basketball game on Jan. 18, 2022. This week, Section I officials announced that Yorktown High School would serve as a tentative home for the basketball championships. Photo/Mike Smith
These kids have been working all winter long for a shot at a Gold Ball, so anything that can be done to make that final game seem special is well worth it. So like many things in this new
world, the Section I Basketball Championships are going to look a little different this year. It may not be what everybody wanted, it may not have that same feel of championship week at the Coun-
ty Center, but it’s something. And I, for one, am looking forward to having a courtside seat.
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SPORTS Tigers roar back, stop Eagles 16 • THE REVIEW • February 4, 2022
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Game Notes: • Tuckahoe trailed 24-11 at the half • Adriana Rocco led the Tigers with 13 points • Julia Vesey had 19 points for Eastchester
By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On Friday night, the Tuckahoe girls basketball team picked up its most impressive victory of the season, as the Class C Tigers rallied from an early deficit to top Class A Eastchester 4946 in the annual Augie Nardone Scholarship Game. And while the team’s Jan. 28 triumph might be an important emotional moment for the ballclub, it also served as a reminder that the Tigers will be a force to be reckoned with in the postseason. Things looked bleak for Tuckahoe early on, as the Tigers were shut out in the first quarter and headed into halftime trailing their hosts 24-11. But a strong second-half effort, led by a renewed commitment to the press and some stellar shooting by Adrianna Rocco—who led her team with 13 points—helped Tuckahoe methodically climb back into contention, eventually taking their first lead of the game in the fourth quarter and holding on for the win over a spirited final eight minutes. Senior captain Olivia Mondrone—who finished with 12 points on the night—said that the Tigers’ previous matchup with Eastchester this year helped Tuckahoe keep its composure during a difficult first. On Dec. 14, Tuckahoe found itself in a similar early hole against the Eagles but was able to claw back into contention before ultimately falling on the final possession of the game. “We knew we had the ability
to come back, the same way as the last game,” said Mondrone.“Because we knew we had it in us and we knew we were capable of coming back, we knew we had to get it done.” As one of two seniors on the Tuckahoe roster, Mondrone explained that getting a victory over neighboring Eastchester was an especially important achievement. “For me and [Irene Maris] we knew this was going to be the last chance we had,” said Mondrone. “We had come so close before, there was no way we were going to lose this game.” Tuckahoe head coach Andrew Colasuono was especially pleased with his team’s play in the second half, particularly the unselfish nature of his ballclub. While Rocco and Mondrone accounted for 25 of Tuckahoe’s points, Maris and Sophia Colasacco each chipped in 10 to round out the Tigers’ well-balanced attack
“Game to game, it’s not like we have one standout at all times,” said Colasuono. “Every game its all five of our players working hard and coming up with some baskets, playing hard defense, running the press and running our system.” At 13-4 on the season, the Tigers appear to be peaking at the right time as they eye one of the top two seeds in the Class C playoffs. With just three games left in the regular season, as of press time, Colasuono believes that Friday’s win over Eastchester could go a long way toward building the squad’s confidence as the postseason looms. “This is a huge program win for us we’ve been really looking forward to this game for a while,” he said. “We had some big league games, but this was the one we had marked on our calendar and we really worked up to it.”
Olivia Mondrone fights for possession of the ball against Eastchester. Tuckahoe topped the Eagles 49-46.
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Adriana Rocco looks for an open teammate on Jan. 28, 2022. Rocco led Tuckahoe with 13 points.
Sophia Colasacco and Riley Conway battle for a rebound on Jan. 28, 2022. Photos/Mike Smith